bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
OBTAINING CARBON NANOMATERIALS FROM SHUBARKOL COAL AND APPLICATION FOR HYDROGEN STORAGE
Authors: Kazankapova M.K. , Yermagambet B.T. , Mendaliyev G.K. , Samatkyzy A. , Malgazhdarova A.B.
Published: October 2024

This study presents a promising method for the synthesis of graphene - the electric arc discharge method. The synthesis of nanomaterials containing graphene was carried out based on carbonized coal "Shubarkol" using the electric arc discharge method at a constant voltage of 75 V and a current of 100 A in a quartz reactor. Based on Raman scattering data and analysis of electrical properties (dielectric constant and electrical resistance), it was shown that the synthesized products have a high degree of graphitization and long-range structural order (2D peak), which indicates the formation of nanomaterials containing graphene. These results present a potential route for low-cost mass production of high-quality graphene samples. In addition, the electrical resistance (R), capacitance (C) and dielectric constant (ε), electrical resistivity (R) and electrical conductivity (χ) of nanomaterials containing graphene were determined for the first time in the temperature range 293-483 K. The highest a degree of graphitization of 80.7% is achieved with the formation of graphene-containing material on the walls of the reactor after an arc discharge. Since the resulting nanomaterial on the reactor walls showed better results in terms of physicochemical and electrophysical properties, the material was tested for hydrogen storage. The sorption capacity of the nanomaterial for hydrogen was 35.1516 cm3/g (0.314%).
ТӨМЕНГІ ҚЫСЫМДАҒЫ КӨМІРСУТЕКТЕРДІҢ ЭЛЕКТР ӨРІСІНДЕ ЖАНУЫН ЗЕРТТЕУ
Authors: Машан T.T.
Published: October 2024

Бензол буының атомдық қатынасы C/O = 1,0 болатын оттегі ортасында жүйесіндегі P = 40 Торр қысымда, көлемі 10% аргон қосылғанда жануы кезінде күйе түзілу процесіне, күйе бөлшектерінің шығымы мен құрылымына және фуллерен шығымына U = 0,5...20 кВ кернеу диапазонындағы әртүрлі полярлы электр өрісінің әсері зерттелді. Алынған нәтижелерді талдау белгілі бір жағдайларда сыртқы электр өрісінің әсері электр өрісін қолданбаған шығымдылықпен салыстырғанда күйе шығымын (10%-ға дейін) арттыруы мүмкін екенін көрсетті. Күйе бөлшектері U³20 кВ кернеуде теріс полярлық үшін тепе-теңдік аймағында дислокациямен қалыпты таралу заңымен көбірек сипатталатыны анықталды. Электр өрісі, жалпы алғанда, өріс әсерінсіз алынған бөлшектердің орташа өлшемімен салыстырғанда, күйе бөлшектерінің орташа мөлшерінің ұлғаюына ықпал етеді. Кернеу өзгерген кезде күйе пакетінің La диаметрінің ұзындығы оның Lc биіктігінен жоғарырақ өзгеретіні анықталды. ИҚ-спектроскопия көмегімен күйе сығындыларында C60, C70 фуллерендер және ПЦАК анықталды. Аномальды жарқырау разряды аймағында жалынға электр өрісі әсер еткенде фуллерендер шығымы айтарлықтай арта бастайтыны анықталды (a³13%). Күйе үлгілерінің құрғақ сығындыларының рентгендік фотограммасын талдау С60 және С70 фуллерендеріне тән шыңдардың болуын көрсетті. Шыңдар фуллерендердің келесі кристалдық фазаларына сәйкес келеді: орторомбты, кубтық және алтыбұрышты (C70 тек алтыбұрышты).
АНАЛИЗ СОСТОЯНИЯ ВЫРАБОТКИ ЗАПАСОВ НЕФТИ ИЗ ПЛАСТОВ НА МЕСТОРОЖДЕНИИ СЕВЕРНАЯ ТРУВА
Authors: Кайненова Т.С. , Космбаева Г.Т. , Отарбаева А.Т. , Мерекеқызы А.
Published: October 2024

Эффективность систем разработки нефтяных месторождений во многом определяется всеми возможными методами разработки промышленных нефтяных запасов, характером добычи. Рост темпов производства, высокий спрос на нефтепродукты, требуют полного извлечения нефти из недр. Основной целью исследования является анализ состояния добычи запасов нефти на месторождении Северная Трува путем выявления проблем, возникающих при добыче запасов нефти в продуктивных пластах, повышения интенсивности добычи нефти, анализа результатов теоретических и экспериментальных исследований. При разведке и исследовании запасов нефти и газа важна производительность слоя, поскольку физическая среда слоя изменяется с каждой полученной молекулой в процессе добычи, чем дольше слой работает, тем точнее прогноз остальных запасов. В ходе исследования изучаются особенности геологического строения нефтяных месторождений, изучается влияние на гидродинамические процессы в них, проводится работа по обоснованию геологических и профессиональных критериев, определяющих эффективное развитие.
В статье изучается метод совершенствования методов оценки эксплуатационных параметров и обоснования конструктивных особенностей завершения при вскрытии капитально построенных месторождений. Предусматривается увеличение добычи нефтяных запасов капитально построенных месторождений путем обоснования технологических параметров эксплуатации скважин.
THE USE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES IN CALCULATING THE PRODUCTIVITY OF TECHNOLOGICAL EQUIPMENT FOR THE PRODUCTION OF CERAMIC PRODUCTS BASED ON MAN-MADE RAW MATERIALS
Authors: Akishev K. , Aryngazin K. , Biybosynov B.
Published: October 2024

Currently, a large amount of man-made waste has been stored on the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan, which, by their chemical and mineral properties, are a serious raw material base for the production of building materials.
The quality indicators of raw materials affect not only the physical and strength characteristics of the finished product, but also the cost. In our study, we use man-made raw materials for the production of construction products, as additives to clay for the semi-dry method of producing ceramic products, since this method is less labor-intensive and does not require large financial investments. One of the most important characteristics of technological equipment is performance. Technological equipment for the production of construction products is represented on the market of Kazakhstan by leading foreign companies, including Chinese, Russian, Turkish, Spanish, Kazakh manufacturers are not included in this list. Technological equipment can produce products from a certain type of raw materials, for which such parameters as productivity, quality indicators of raw materials and others are indicated in the technical documentation. That is, when using technogenic raw materials as additives to the charge, it is not possible to determine productivity, for objective reasons. In this regard, the task of calculating the productivity of the technological line for the production of ceramic products using information technology is relevant.
As a software tool in the study, the program "Simulation model of a technological line for the production of construction products using industrial waste" is used, written in C++, in accordance with the principles of object-oriented programming. Performance calculations were performed for technological equipment Titanium 900-120 DHEX press, Titanium 80 D press. The presented program can be used by individual entrepreneurs not only to calculate productivity, output volume, but also to justify the choice of technological equipment for the production of ceramic products.
ТАУ-КЕН КӘСІПОРЫНДАРЫНЫҢ ЖҰМЫСКЕРЛЕРІНДЕ КӘСІПТІК АУРУЛАРДЫҢ ДАМУЫНЫҢ ӨНДІРІСТІК ҚАУІП ФАКТОРЛАРЫ
Authors: Құрманов А.М. , Рахметова А.М. , Құлмағамбетова Э.А. , Әбдрахманова Н.Б. , Сағындықова Н.Т.
Published: October 2024

Мақалада кәсіптік аурулардың даму факторы ретінде тау-кен кәсіпорны қызметкерлерінің денсаулығына зиянды және қауіпті өндірістік факторлардың әсер ету проблемасының қазіргі жағдайы қарастырылған.
Салыстыру топтары ретінде өндіріс қызметкерлері мен Қосалқы персонал зерттелді, авторлар өндірістік объектілерді аттестаттау, сауалнама деректерін талдады.
Еңбек қызметі процесінде зиянды және қауіпті өндірістік-кәсіптік факторлардың тұрақты және қарқынды әсеріне ұшыраған қызметкерлердің еңбек жағдайлары кәсіптік аурулардың жоғары таралуына және даму қаупінің жоғарылауына ықпал ететіні анықталды.  Өндіріс қызметкерлерінде кәсіптік аурулардың даму қаупін төмендетудің кешенді тәсілі үшін санитарлық-гигиеналық еңбек жағдайларын жақсарту, зиянды және қауіпті өндірістік факторлардың әсерінен ұжымдық және жеке қорғаныс құралдарын жетілдіру, алдын алу шараларын әзірлеу қажет.
Impact of Store Lighting on Purchase Decisions Among Younger Mongolian Consumers
Authors:   University of Finance and Economics, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia., Baasanjav Munkhjargal , Buyantur Oyuntungalag ,   Business and Management Department, Graduate school of Business, Mongolian University of Science and Technology, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia., Tumurchudur Sumjidmaa ,   Business Administration and Humanities school, Mongolian University of Science and Technology, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
Published: October 2024

This research aims to investigate how store lighting influences purchasing decisions among Mongolian consumers, using the Theory of Reasoned Action (TRA) as the theoretical framework. The study focuses on factors such as store lighting, purchase intention, and consumer decision-making. A survey was conducted among customers of nine major chain stores in Ulaanbaatar city of Mongolia to explore the relationship between store light and consumer purchase decisions. A sample of 412 customers of the 18-34 age group was selected and surveyed. The study reveals that store environment lighting significantly impacts purchasing decisions through its effect on the customer's intention to purchase. Store light in different variations directly influences purchasing decisions, highlighting its importance in shaping consumer behavior. The research demonstrates that effective management of store lighting can enhance consumers' desire to purchase and positively impact their decision-making process. These findings are valuable for improving store lighting and further research into the store environment.
Applications for Predicting Airfare Prices based on Machine Learning Techniques and the Flask Web App
Authors: A Tamizharasi , P Ezhumalai
Published: October 2024

The flight fare prediction model is meant to receive user inputs from the Flask web application, including departure and arrival cities, trip dates, and airline preferences. The flight price predictor estimates flight fares by comparing the previous prices of flights for the dates and destinations. This paper proposes an applications for predicting airfare prices based on machine learning techniques and the flask web app. This paper uses Machine Learning (ML) techniques, which provide a collection of data accurately and efficiently. Additionally, it is also used to forecast future requirements. The input dataset is initiated by a preprocessing technique, which helps clean the datasets, and the data exploration tries to explore the datasets. ML classification is the next step, which is conducted using the Gradient Boosting Algorithm (GBA). This technique is used in regression and classification tasks. Hyper-parameter tuning in gradient boosting is essential for the overall performance of the machine learning model. The last step in the Flask application is to connect to the database and display the flight price data to users. This paper provides excellent specificity and sensitivity for classifying flight prices. Further provides users with a better understanding of when to purchase tickets and how long they profitable. Overall, the proposed work is developed using the Python Jupyter software. The Specificity Comparison of GBA is 93.5% and Sensitivity Comparison of GBA is 92.5% respectively.
Bat Conservation Strategy In Duasudara Mountain Nature Reserve As Ecotourism Potential Of North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Authors: Lengkong Hanry Jefry , Nangoy Meis Jacinta , Pontororing Hanny Hesky , Butarbutar Regina Rosita , Baideng Eva Lienneke , Maabuat Pience Veralyn
Published: October 2024

Sulawesi is a geologically complex island with unique fauna, including significant bat populations. This study aimed to identify bat species diversity, endemism, conservation status, and recommend conservation strategies in the Gunung Duasudara Nature Reserve. The research, conducted from May to August 2018 using mist nets across seven vegetation types, recorded 15 bat species with 475 individuals. Notable species include Acerodon celebensis, Boneia bidens, and Thoopterus nigrescens, categorized as near threatened by the IUCN. Newly discovered species M. tailiniensis, R. tangkokoensis, and T. tailiniensis exhibit distinct characteristics. The study's analyses suggest that maintaining the Nature Reserve’s status is crucial for its development as a center for education, research, and ecotourism, emphasizing the need for supportive regional policies and stakeholder involvement to ensure sustainable conservation efforts.
The Skills to Pay the Bills: An Evaluation of an Effort to Help Nonprofits Manage Their Finances
Authors: Walker Karen , Grossman Jean , Andrews Kristine , Carrington, Nicholas , Rojas Angela
Published: October 2024

This report examines two training models that proved effective for nonprofit afterschool providers seeking to improve their financial management.
Two Years of Case Management for At-Risk Students: Final Findings From the Communities In Schools Random Assignment Evaluation
Authors: Parise Leigh M. , Corrin William , Granito Kelly , Haider Zeest , Somers Marie-Andrée , Cerna Oscar
Published: October 2024

A study of the Communities In Schools intensive student support program finds several positive results for participating students.
Calculating the dynamic viscosity of a fluid using image processing of a falling ball
Authors: Abboud Karam , Elbir Betul
Published: October 2024

Dynamic viscosity is a fundamental property of fluids that measures their resistance to flow under applied forces or shear stress. This study aims to calculate the dynamic viscosity of pure glycerol at different temperatures, using the falling ball approach. In this method, a ball was released in a tube filled with glycerol, and its movements were then tracked and analyzed using image processing with a Python program. We then determined the viscosity and compared it with the actual viscosity of the liquid. We hypothesized that this method would yield overall accurate measurements when compared to established reference methods but that there would also be a rise in inaccuracies with the increase in temperature. Our results support our hypothesis and were accurate to within 6.9% error but found no correlation between rise in temperature and measurement errors. We concluded that this approach requires more specialized equipment to investigate low viscosity fluids. Despite this study's limitations, it provided valuable insights into the applicability of the falling ball method and emphasizes the accuracy of this method.
ՏԱՐԱԾՔԱՅԻՆ ԱՄԲՈՂՋԱԿԱՆՈՒԹՅՈՒՆԸ ՊԵՏՈՒԹՅԱՆ ՄԻԱՍՆԱԿԱՆՈՒԹՅԱՆ
ՊԱՀՊԱՆՄԱՆ ՀԱՄԱՏԵՔՍՏՈՒՄ․ ՏԵՍԱԿԱՆ ԵՎ ԳՈՐԾՆԱԿԱՆ ՄՈՏԵՑՈՒՄՆԵՐ /
TERRITORIAL INTEGRITY IN THE CONTEXT OF MAINTAINING THE UNITY OF THE STATE։

THEORETICAL AND PRACTICAL APPROACHES
Authors: Ghazaryan Milena
Published: October 2024

The article examines certain issues of constitutional and legal support for the territorial integrity of the state. The article makes an attempt to systematically reveal the legal content of the concept of “territorial integrity of a state”, emphasizing the rationale for the fact that territorial integrity is a material characteristic of a state and a material prerequisite for its sovereignty. The study highlights conceptual, theoretical, and practical approaches to territorial integrity in the context of preserving the unity of the state, which have significant and functional significance in the field of jurisprudence.

From the systematic analysis of the mentioned points of view, the author concluded that in the context of ensuring the unity of the state, the provision of its territorial integrity can be manifested with a dual meaning: external and internal, moreover, if the state “stands out” from other sovereign states not only through the demarcation of borders, but also with its territorial integrity and the unified system of public authority, foreign policy features, the purpose and vision of the state’s development, its approaches to the international legal system, etc., then in the domestic sphere, the territorial integrity of the state is, first of all, expressed in internal political, economic, legal, cultural and moral-psychological, national ideological terms. in aspects that also contribute to ensuring the security of the state and society and their normal development.

Based on the results of the research, it was concluded that the territorial integrity of the state is manifested in all cases by the inalienability of the state territory, and its provision itself acquires constitutional axiological significance.
Factors that Affect Purchase Intention and the Effects of Livestream Influencers: Basis for Strategic Plan
Authors: Yang  Wenzhi  , Fronda Jennifer
Published: October 2024

The ability of online influencers in e-commerce livestreams to provide clear and intuitive insights into merchandise significantly shapes and drives consumer spending intentions. This study explored factors affecting purchase intention and the impact of livestream influencers on consumers in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China, using a quantitative approach. The sample included consumers who watched livestreams on various social media platforms. Data analysis involved tables and weighted means to assess factors influencing purchase intention, the effects of livestream influencers, and the relationship between consumer profiles and purchase intention. Key findings indicated that factors such as social networking opportunities, efficiency of methods, and popularity significantly influenced purchase intentions, with social networking opportunities having the highest impact. The study also found that livestream influencers most strongly affected purchase decisions, followed by purchase intention and customer engagement. Additionally, there was a significant relationship between consumer profiles—specifically age, income, years of e-commerce usage, and frequency of platform use—and purchase intention, with educational attainment showing the strongest correlation. However, sex and the specific e-commerce platform used were not significant factors. The study's strategic plan provided recommendations for improving sales and consumer engagement on livestream platforms. The study concluded that livestream platforms significantly influence consumer purchases and contribute to increased sales and profits for enterprises, with recommendations directed at consumers, influencers, businesses, and the government.
Pancreatitis aguda de etiología neoplásica: Reporte de un caso
Authors: Gordón Llerena Jessica Johana , Cabrera Villamar Karely María , Moreta Coque Dayana Mishell , Caiza Salen Brayan Alexander
Published: October 2024

Introducción: El cáncer de páncreas, como el adenocarcinoma de cabeza pancreática, presenta alta mortalidad y diagnóstico tardío debido a síntomas inespecíficos. Este caso de una paciente con múltiples comorbilidades resalta la complejidad del manejo en neoplasias avanzadas y la importancia de un enfoque multidisciplinario para optimizar su cuidado y calidad de vida. Objetivo: Aplicar los conocimientos adquiridos en teoría de la materia de gastroenterología junto a la patogenia, factores de riesgo de la pancreatitis aguda de etiología neoplásica y correlacionarlos con el paciente que acude a consulta en el Hospital General Latacunga. Métodos: Se realizó una revisión crítica en PubMed y Medline (2021 en adelante) usando términos relacionados con el cáncer de páncreas. Se priorizaron artículos en inglés, de alto impacto y enfoque quirúrgico, publicados por autores reconocidos en el campo. Resultados: Los resultados del paciente son inciertos y pueden incluir metástasis, fallo renal, sangrado gastrointestinal, choque hipovolémico y anemia. Dado el estado avanzado del cáncer y las complicaciones, el tratamiento se centrará en cuidados paliativos para mejorar la calidad de vida. Conclusiones: Paciente de 71 años con pancreatitis aguda causada por un tumor maligno en la cabeza del páncreas y múltiples comorbilidades graves, incluyendo insuficiencia renal crónica, diabetes y hipertensión. Presenta anemia severa y elevación de bilirrubina, indicando afectación hepática avanzada. El pronóstico es reservado, con complicaciones gastrointestinales y renales que limitan las opciones de tratamiento. Se recomienda un manejo multidisciplinario con enfoque en cuidados paliativos para mejorar la calidad de vida.
Factors that Determine Agency Banking Adoption in the Nigerian Banking Industry
Authors: Bello Adamu Imam , Ladan Shamsudeen Shagari , Ibrahim Mahmoud
Published: October 2024

The aim of this paper is to examine the factors that determine agency banking adoption in Nigeria using an extended Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). The population of the study is 307,000 agent bank branches as report by Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) in 2022. Krejcie and Morgan Table was employed to determine the appropriate sample size and arrives at 384 where convenient sampling technique was employed based on willingness and ability to participate. The collected data was analyzed and hypotheses were tested using Structural Equation Modelling with SmartPLS software. The finding revealed that perceived usefulness perceived trust and perceived risk have significant positive effect on agency banking adoption in Nigeria, whereas perceived ease of use was insignificantly related. It is then conclude that adopting agency banking is likely to grow as long as the service providers are eager to seek and address the consumers’ financial needs through the agency services in a way that improve its usefulness, simplicity and minimize the applicable risks. In view of that, it is recommended that Nigerian government should create supportive regulatory environment by establishing clear guidelines, licensing requirement and consumer protection measures to ensure the safety, integrity and accessibility of hitch-free agency banking channels. Finally, banks should promote transparency and risk disclosure mechanisms in agency process in order to enable consumers make informed decisions.
Effect of Organizaional Development Towards Organizational Commitment: Moderating Role of Personality
Authors: Hamza Mubarak , Yusuf Aminu Dikko
Published: October 2024

The current economic landscape has presented many challenges, leading to heightened employee mobility as individuals seek better opportunities and working conditions. This study examines the relationship between organizational development and employee commitment with reference to seven (7) general hospitals in Katsina State. The study is quantitative and simple random sampling technique was utilized. Three hundred and fifty (350) copies of questionnaire were administered to staff of seven general hospitals in Katsina State.  Data collected were analysed using SPSS and SMART-PLS. The findings of the study revealed that reward system, career growth and customer service have significant relationship with organizational commitment.  Moreover, the study also revealed that personality moderate the relationship of reward systems and career growth towards organizational commitment.  While there is no moderation effect of personality on customer service towards organizational commitment.  This means that, employees that enjoys effective reward system, having chances to achieve their career aspiration tend to show high level of commitment to the commitment, which in turn ensure retention and organizational effectiveness. The research recommends that organisations should design and ensure effective implementation of organizational development strategies in order to enhance the commitment of workers, ensure retention and organizational effectiveness.
IMPACTOS DO USO DE AGROTÓXICOS NA SAÚDE HUMANA E AMBIENTAL
Authors: Rodrigues Sophia Vitoria , Silva Arthur Vieira , Medrado Camilly Lopes , Quintanilha Kathle Caroline Souza , Otavio Cabral Neto
Published: October 2024

Este artigo visa esclarecer o efeito negativo do uso incorreto de pesticidas na agricultura brasileira. Os agrotóxicos, que são substâncias químicas, físicas ou biológicas utilizadas especialmente em grandes cultivos, desempenham um papel na elevação da produtividade agrícola. Contudo, órgãos como a Organização Mundial da Saúde (OMS) e a Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária (ANVISA) alertam que a má utilização desses produtos pode acarretar danos significativos para o bem-estar humano e ao meio ambiente. Ademais, os efeitos dessas substâncias podem se mostrar extremamente prejudiciais a longo prazo para a saúde daqueles que estão expostos, podendo resultar em diversas patologias. A pesquisa é fundamentada em documentos publicados entre 2019 e 2024, abordando o uso inadequado de agrotóxicos e suas ramificações para a saúde humana e o meio ambiente.
Differences in Perception on Organizational Politics among Male and Female Employees: A Case Study of a Public Institute
Authors:   Little Angels’ College of Management, Kathmandu University, Dhungana Pawani , Adhikari Bibhav ,   Little Angels’ College of Management, Kathmandu University, Subedi Namita ,   Little Angels’ College of Management, Kathmandu University
Published: October 2024

Organizational politics refers to activities aimed at using influence tactics to serve personal or organizational interests, often perceived subjectively by individuals within a workplace. This study investigates the differences in perceptions of organizational politics between male and female employees at the Nepal Electricity Authority, Chabahil branch. Utilizing a quantitative descriptive methodology, data were collected via a Likert scale questionnaire distributed to all 45 employees. The research focuses on understanding how different factors—specifically relationships, communication, decisions, and resources—are perceived in terms of organizational politics. Results indicate a significant disparity in perception: 70% of male employees reported high levels of perceived organizational politics, compared to only 8% of female employees. Among the variables assessed, decision-making was identified as the most politicized aspect, while resources were perceived as the least politicized. These findings highlight the need for organizations to address gender disparities in perceptions of politics, which could inform strategies to enhance employee satisfaction and performance. The insights gained from this research are intended to guide organizational improvements, ultimately fostering a more equitable and productive work environment. Keywords: organizational politics, gender differences, perception, Nepal Electricity Authority, decision-making
An Observational Study on Awareness of Sex Ratio and Pre-Conceptional Pre-Natal Diagnostic Technique (PCPNDT) Act among Women
Authors: Kumar Nikhil
Published: October 2024

Introduction The PCPNDT Act 1994 enacted by the Parliament of India came into existence to stop female feticide and to maintain the sex ratio in India. The act prohibits sex discrimination both before and after conception. Various studies have been done in the past about the PCPNDT Act, however, the impact of this law on society is a continuous ongoing process. This study is being conducted to assess the awareness among the general population about the PCPNDT Act and to study the impact of it on the attitude of the people regarding sex ratio, after its inception almost 30 years ago. Methods An observational, cross-sectional study was conducted at Multispecialty Hospital, Whitefield, Bengaluru South for 3-month period among women of the reproductive age group (15-49yrs) visiting obstetrics OPD by using a pre-tested semi-structured questionnaire as a study instrument. Results The majority of the females included in the study were aged between 21 to 30 years (56.1%) and are graduates accounting for about 50 (37.9%). Though the majority had a graduate degree, 65.2% were unemployed. Knowledge about the sex ratio was known by 72 (54.5%) and 71 (53.8%) were aware of the Act. 67(50.8%) responded that even in the child sex ratio males were higher. 103 (78%) had opined that knowing about the sex ratio is important. Conclusions 21(15.9%) believed that foetal sex determination is done in India with the primary motive of family members and most of them had the idea that it is done at private hospitals by foetal USG. None of them had the attitude of terminating their pregnancy even if they knew the sex of their foetus and 129 (97.7%) study population were willing to educate people about the PCPNDT Act.
Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Plant Extracts from Legeneraria Siceraria Fruits and Assessment of their Anti-Bacterial and Anti-Oxidant Activities
Authors:   Industrial Chemistry Department, Addis Ababa Science, and Technology University, P.O. Box 1647, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Asnake Fentaye Getu , Begna Sisay Gamada ,   Chemistry Department, Mizan Tepi University, P.O. Box 121, Tepi, Ethiopia
Published: October 2024

Nanotechnology is a key subject of science, engineering, and technology that is experiencing enormous growth in the current century. In this study, fruits of the legeneraria siceraria plant, this is widely used in traditional medicines in Ethiopian rural areas, used as reducing and capping agent for AgNPs synthesis. The legeneraria siceraria fruits -mediated synthesized AgNPs characterized by ultravioletvisible (UV-VIS.) spectrophotometry, Fourier transform-infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy, X-ray diffractometer (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), dynamic light scattering (DLS). The optimal synthesization parameters for AgNPs in this study were temperature 60 °C, stirring time 60 minutes, pH 11, and 2 mM silver nitrate concentration. Characteristic and well-defined SPR bands for AgNPs were confirmed at around λmax = 426 nm. Synthesized AgNPs of calculated mean crystallite size were 10.21 nm. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) revealed the synthesized AgNPs have a spherical structure. The antibacterial activity of AgNPs synthesized using legeneraria siceraria fruits medicinal plants demonstrated that Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria inhibited. Additionally, the AgNPs showed minimal toxicity to human cells. AgNPs were useful antioxidants for health preservation against different oxidative stress associated with degenerative diseases. In this work, it acts at scavenging against DPPH.
Pengaruh Lingkungan Kerja dan Stres Kerja terhadap Produktivitas Kerja dengan Variabel Moderating Kepuasan Kerja
Authors: Istiqomah Hindun , Suji’ah Uju
Published: October 2024

This research aims to determine the influence of the work environment and work stress on work productivity with the moderating variable job satisfaction. The total sample was 81 employees with a saturated sampling technique. The data collection method uses a questionnaire. Data testing uses validity tests, reliability tests, classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression tests, hypothesis tests, coefficient of determination tests, and absolute difference tests. The research results show that 1) the work environment has a significant influence on work productivity. 2) work stress has a significant influence on work productivity.  3) the work environment and work stress have a significant influence on work productivity. 4) job satisfaction does not moderate the influence of the work environment on work productivity. 5) job satisfaction does not moderate the influence of work stress on work productivity. 6) the results of the coefficient of determination test (R2) of the work environment and work stress have an influence on work productivity of 97. 4 percent, while the remaining 2. 6 percent is influenced by other factors not examined in this research.
A paradigm shift: Lun Bawang musical styles - A case study in Lawas District, Limbang Division, Malaysia
Authors:   Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, Keh Nie Connie Lim , Durin Anna ,   Universiti Malaysia Sarawak
Published: October 2024

Lun Bawang literally means “people of the land” or “people of this place” by which the Lun Bawang of Sarawak preferred to be called. They are found in four political entities in the island of Borneo with an approximate total population around 42,000. They are distributed as follows: in East Kalimantan (Kabupaten Bulongan) - 25,000, Brunei (Temburong District) - 300, Sabah (Sipitang District) - 2,000 (Crain: 1978) and approximately 15,154 in Sarawak (Department of Statistics, Malaysia, 2000). In the state of Sarawak, ninety per cent of the total population of the Lun Bawang lived in the Lawas District of Limbang Division. Presently, most of them can be found in Trusan Valley, the Lawas Damit Valley and the Merapok area in Lawas District. The rest are found in mid Limbang and Medamit areas in Limbang District,located at the north-west of the island of Borneo. (Fig.1: Map of Sarawak).
Sobre as Subjetividades da Clínica Psicanalítica na Contemporaneidade: Um Recorte acerca da Ruptura e Fragmentação do Eu
Authors: Flores Rodrigues Cláudia
Published: October 2024

Para Frenczi (1924), os fragmentos podem surgir em função de um trauma ou de uma catástrofe, ou podem ainda ter estado lá desde o início, feito uma multiplicidade originária e subjetivada. Pode-se depreender que se trata de dois modos fragmentários, mas no entanto, sem a prevalência de um sobre o outro. Na clínica psicanalítica somos constantemente convocados a responder uma questão ética e marcadamente fundamental acerca da fragmentação ou das formas fragmentárias. Com isso, constantemente nos perguntamos sobre qual a postura a ser tomada e como podemos nos posicionar de forma digna e criativa diante das demandas do nosso analisando.
The Effect Of Therapeutic Communication On The Anxiety Level Of The Elderly
Authors: Deviantony Fitrio , Kurniyawan Enggal Hadi , Alifia Marcheilla Yulfansha  , Aura Najwa Salasabila  , Adhelia Reisa Zalsabilla  , Dewi Erti Ikhtiarini , Fitria Yeni
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Anxiety disorders have a high incidence rate in the elderly, with the most significant factor being thinking about the disease they are suffering from. This requires therapeutic communication to build a nurse-patient relationship with the elderly to adapt to psychological disorders, including anxiety, to relieve and make elderly patients feel comfortable, ultimately speeding up their recovery. Goals: Aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of therapeutic communication in reducing anxiety levels in the elderly. Method: A review article was conducted based on research issues and methodology, with article searches using the PICO framework strategy using the Google Scholar, Springer, ResearchGate, and Semantic Scholar databases. Results: The results of the study show that anxiety is a common problem often experienced by the elderly during the aging process. Some factors that trigger anxiety in the elderly include health issues and a lack of social interaction due to death or relocation. The research indicates that therapeutic communication can help reduce anxiety levels in the elderly. Good therapeutic communication by healthcare professionals has a positive impact on reducing patient anxiety. Discussion: In this regard, the researcher highlights the importance of therapeutic communication in reducing anxiety in the elderly. Both verbal and nonverbal therapeutic communication is considered a key element in nursing care. Additionally, the researcher emphasizes the importance of adopting different approaches when applying therapeutic communication techniques to the elderly. Unstable emotional reactions and communication barriers pose specific challenges in interacting with the elderly.
Effectiveness of Aloe Vera and Cabbage Leaf Compress on Breast Swelling Pain in Post-Partners in Bogor Barat District, Bogor City
Authors: Darsini Suwarno  , Vivi Silawati  , Retno Widowati
Published: October 2024

ASEAN data in 2022 stated that 76,543 postpartum mothers experienced breast engorgement. 17.2 million postpartum mothers worldwide experience breast pain problems while breastfeeding. In Indonesia, the incidence of breastfeeding mothers experiencing breast engorgement reached the highest figure of 37.2% and 16% of working breastfeeding mothers experienced breast engorgement. Breast engorgement is interpreted as increased venous and lymph flow in the breasts to prepare for lactation. This is due to overdistension of the lactation ducts, causing breast swelling pain, and breast engorgement accompanied by an increase in body temperature. The study used a quasi-experimental design with a pretest-posttest two-group design. The sample consisted of 30 postpartum mothers who experienced breast engorgement pain and were divided into 2 intervention groups, namely aloe vera compresses and cabbage compresses, the intervention was carried out for 14 days. The instrument used was the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). Data were analyzed using the Paired T-Test and Independent T-Test. In the Independent Sample T-Test, the p-value of the VAS scale for the aloe vera group was 0.019 <0.05 with an average score of 2.0 and the VAS scale for the cabbage group was 0.037 <0.05 with an average score of 1.87.
From Spice Rack to Medicine Cabinet: Zingiber Officinale's Role in Pain Management and Inflammation
Authors: Hira Raees  , Sidra Zubair  , Ramsha Ajaz  , Angela John  , Anum Liaquat
Published: October 2024

Medicinal plants have been used for thousands of years to treat diseases. Traditional knowledge of medicinal plants has led to the discovery of new cures. Medicinal plants are often cheaper, locally available and easily consumable. Ginger is one of the most important medicinal plants with several medicinal, nutritional and ethnomedical values. Ginger contain Varioous phytochemicals, Non-volatile pungent compounds in ginger include gingerols, shogaols, paradols, and zingerone. 6-shogaol has anti-inflammatory properties. The rhizome of ZingiberofficinaleRosc. can be standardized using macroscopy, powder analysis, physicochemical parameters, preliminary phyto-chemical screening, HPLC profile, and HPTLC profile to ensure its effectiveness in treating different ailments.Ginger may affect the absorption of certain drugs, including tetracycline derivatives, anticholinergics, phenothiazines, digoxin, isoniazid, phenytoin, and warfarin.Ginger's antacid nature can inhibit the urinary excretion of alkaline drugs and decrease or delay the absorption of nalidixic acid and sulfonamides. Ginger has a weak antithrombotic effect that can be increased by certain medcations. Ginger has been shown to have both hypoglycemic and hyperglycemic qualities, with aqueous extract and fresh juice having significant effects on diabetic rats. Ginger has also been shown to have anti-carcinogenic properties, including colon cancer chemoprevention and reducing the growth of human colorectal cancer cells. In mice, chronic therapy with ginger rhizome extract dramatically reduced spontaneous mammary tumourigenesis. Gingerols, active phytonutrients, cause cell death in ovarian cancer cells by triggering apoptosis and autophagocytosis, hence lowering inflammatory markers. Gingerols have also been shown to be larvicidal against Adeseaegypti and Culexquinquefasciatus larvae. Ginger also shows antibacterial activities, Ginger root preparations contain polyphenol chemicals with significant antioxidant activity, which can counteract free radicals and oxidative stress. This study concluded various benefits of ginger with it's chemical properties and it's preventive studies against cancer, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial.
‘Grounding together’ or digging movements into the ground? South African scholar-activism 30 years after democracy
Authors: Sinwell Luke
Published: October 2024

The fiftieth anniversary of ROAPE coincidentally marks 30 years of what may be called ‘bourgeois democracy’ in South Africa. Walter Rodney’s debate with mainly white lecturers (including early contributors and founders of ROAPE) at Dar es Salaam in 1971 offers a pivot from which to explore the representation of popular movements in South Africa in the 2000s, which centred on the assumption that the working class had fallen victim to the adoption of neoliberal policies by the ruling African National Congress. This article explores the relationship between race, class and knowledge production as well as contested meanings of transformation in this context. While the independent left (those outside of mainstream political parties as well as the tripartite alliance) in South Africa has at times heroically supported the struggles of grassroots movements, the article argues that we have reached an impasse. Our consistent socialist rhetoric and methods of movement building tend to be out of touch with grassroots movements. A renewed political dialogue is required to explore the extent to which it remains possible to ‘ground together’ (Rodney 1969) in collaboration with the various streams of discontent and militancy in the country.
Current Status and Prospects of Robotic Pancreatic Surgery
Authors: Wang Yuxin , Chen Yiran , Ma Yongsu , Yu Jinli , Wu Yingchao , Lu Ye , Tian Xiaodong
Published: October 2024

Introduction Over the past two decades, the application of robotic surgery (RS) in pancreatic surgery has steadily increased. RS offers advantages such as reduced blood loss, less postoperative pain, and shorter hospital stays. However, there is still no consensus on its safety, efficacy, and learning curve in pancreatic diseases. This study aims to summarize the current state of RS in pancreatic surgery and to forecast its prospects.
Method A literature search was conducted in PubMed using keywords including “robotic surgery”, “pancreatic surgery”, “minimally invasive surgery”, “open surgery” and “laparoscopic surgery”. Studies on robotic surgery in pancreatic surgery were collected, including research comparing robotic surgery with open or laparoscopic surgery.
Results RS has been applied to various pancreatic surgeries, demonstrating good safety and feasibility. Compared to open or laparoscopic surgery, robotic pancreatic surgery (RPS) shows favorable short-term outcomes such as reduced blood loss, shorter hospital stays, and lower conversion rates, especially in surgeries with narrow operative spaces or complex anatomical structures. No significant differences were reported in postoperative complications or short-term mortality rates. RPS achieves comparable R0 resection rates, lymph node harvest numbers, and long-term outcomes. However, RPS also presents limitations, including a long learning curve, high surgical costs, a lack of dedicated instruments, and the absence of natural tactile feedback.
Conclusion Robotic pancreatic surgery demonstrates favorable short-term and long-term outcomes, showing promising potential for application. Further multi-center randomized controlled trials are needed to determine its safety and efficacy conclusively.
INTRODUCING THE MOST FAMOUS FEMALE PHYSICIANS, MIDWIVES AND NURSES FROM THE BEGINNING OF ISLAM TO THE QAJAR ERA IN IRAN
Authors:   1Department of History of Medicine, Research Center of Traditional Medicine and History of Medical Sciences, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran, Hashemimehr Mohammad
Published: October 2024

Since ancient times, the active participation of women in various scientific fields has been important for researchers. The current study aims to introduce female physicians, midwives and nurses from the beginning of Islam to the Qajar era in Iran. This library study used a descriptive-analytical method and information was collected from valid Persian, Arabic and English sources. In medieval works, women's footprints can be seen in the treatment of various diseases the healing of the injured and nursing. In the history of medical science, we are faced with a kind of duality in the position of women in the field of medicine, on the one hand, women were engaged in treatment and helped to improve the status of medicine and on the other hand, their medical works are specifically not seen in the sources. Most of the names of women recorded in the field of health care are related to the era of the Prophet (PBUH) and we found 56 names of women from the beginning of Islam to the Qajar era by searching various books and papers. The historical examples mentioned in this research can be used to explain the appropriate patterns of women's presence in today's scientific world.
Exploring the Challenges of Making Digital Language Learning Materials Accessible
Authors: Riordan Emma , Miladinović Dragan , Dempsey Megan , Manhartsberger Sabine , Mortell Siobhán
Published: October 2024

There is increasing awareness of the importance of the accessibility of digital materials in higher education learning and teaching. The case of teaching languages in higher education settings can present particular challenges since the volume and variety of material required to support language learning as well as the nature of the material itself may be difficult for students to access. In this digital accessibility project, we took the example of degree-level German courses at levels A1 to B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), and working together with our University’s Inclusivity Unit and a student intern, we used the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to improve our online offering. We encountered particular barriers to making language learning materials accessible. We found that support from experienced language learners who are proficient in the target language is imperative and that some approaches that we routinely use in producing language learning materials may not be in line with the principles of UDL. We present the issues we encountered, as well as the solutions that we found, in order to support other practitioners who are planning to review their materials for accessibility.
El conocimiento científico sobre las estrategias públicas de planificación y la efectividad de políticas públicas: Una revisión bibliométrica
Authors: Llonto Caicedo Yefferson , Paredes Olano Débora Margarita de Jesús , Horna Oliva Milagros Del Pilar
Published: October 2024

Las estrategias públicas de planificación y su efectividad en las políticas públicas son relevantes para la calidad del gasto público y el bienestar de los ciudadanos. Este estudio realizó un análisis bibliométrico de 858 publicaciones de Scopus para identificar patrones y tendencias en la producción científica sobre este tema. Los resultados revelan un crecimiento anual del 9% en la investigación, con un aumento significativo después del 2000. Bryson JM, Zhang X, y Agnoluccip, P, se destacan como autores prolíficos, mientras que “International Journal of Technology Management” , “Strategic Management Journal”, “Environmental Impact Assement Review” y “Research Policy” son las revistas más influyentes. Estados Unidos, Reino Unido y Canadá lideran la producción científica, principalmente desde las ciencias empresariales y ciencias sociales. El análisis semántico reveló clústeres centrados en política pública, planificación estratégica y gobernanza. Los temas motores identificados en el mapa temático tales como: política, gobernanza y desarrollo económico; así como los nuevos enfoques emergentes. El análisis de raíces históricas destacó estudios seminales desde 1984, incluyendo la teoría fundamentada y trabajos sobre el la importancia de la planificación estratégica territorial. A pesar del limitado uso de la base de datos, se evidencia una visión integral del campo de estudio y surgiendo una necesidad multidisciplinaria de la investigación.