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Analysis Of Room Promotion Activities At Kambaniru Beach Hotel & Resort, East Sumba
Authors: Saragi Rulli , Milyardo Boiris , Takankanji Desandi Sharhaldi
Published: October 2024

This research evaluates the impact of room promotions at Kambaniru Beach Hotel & Resort, East Sumba, on increasing competitiveness and occupancy rates. Using a qualitative approach and case study method, the research focuses on five promotion elements: advertising, sales promotion, public relations, direct marketing, and digital marketing. Data was collected through observation, in-depth interviews, literature reviews, and documentation analysis, then analyzed using data reduction, presentation, and conclusion drawing methods, with validation through triangulation. The research results show that using social media and digital platforms for promotions successfully attracts millennial customers, while sales promotions and public relations have a minor impact. The main findings reveal that bundled package offers and seasonal discounts are the most effective promotion strategies, significantly increasing occupancy rates. However, the main challenges are seasonal fluctuations, budget limitations, and a need for more staff training in digital tools. Based on these findings, practical implications include enhancing digital promotions, refining advertising messages, and regularly assessing service quality. This research concludes that integrated and diverse promotion strategies are crucial for consistently increasing hotel occupancy and revenue and strengthening marketing strategies in the competitive hospitality industry.
III WIDE: Grandes Desafios em Interação Humano-Dados no Brasil para os próximos 10 anos
Authors: Brito Luciana , França Juliana , Dias Angélica , Vivacqua Adriana S. , Morais Luiz , Queiroz Caroline , Freire André , Saraiva Juliana
Published: October 2024

A produção atual de dados tem afetado populações sofrem consequências pela dificuldade em entender dados, processos e resultados derivados, além de não conseguirem expressar-se com dados. A Interação Humano-dados (IHD) investiga e fomenta habilidade de interação de pessoas com dados de forma significativa, que vai da capacidade de ler dados à apropriação dos dados e negociação sobre sistemas e dados. A IHD torna-se cada vez mais relevante, abordando questões sobre acesso da população leiga a dados e visualizações, a capacidade de lidar com esses dados e entender o que está sendo dito, bem como limitações e viéses dos datasets que afetarão resultados e as representações apresentadas. O objetivo do III Workshop on Interactions with Human Experiences (WIDE) é aprofundar discussões sobre grandes temas em IHD e sistemas correlatos, apoiando o crescimento da comunidade e traçando caminhos para pesquisas futuras.
Diagnóstico da Plataforma MEC RED: combinando diferentes métodos de avaliação para informar o redesign
Authors: Menezes Krissia , Guerra Jonas , Ferreira Richard , Gonçalves Ana Paula Gaspar , Pereira Roberto
Published: October 2024

A Plataforma MEC RED foi criada em 2015 para centralizar recursos digitais produzidos por usuários cadastrados e disponibilizados por portais do Ministério da Educação (MEC). O público-alvo dessa plataforma é qualquer pessoa interessada em educação e cultura digital, com foco em docentes que atuam na rede de educação pública. Quase uma década após seu lançamento, a plataforma voltou a ter importância central para o MEC com a Estratégia de Escolas Conectadas. Entretanto, para que a plataforma cumpra seu propósito e atenda às novas demandas, é necessário atualizá-la para melhorar a Experiência do Usuário (UX) que ela oferece. Este artigo relata a experiência com a aplicação de diferentes técnicas para produzir um diagnóstico sobre a plataforma atual em termos de funcionalidades, usabilidade, acessibilidade e UX. A experiência produziu um relatório técnico com 20 pontos a serem considerados no redesign e evolução da MEC RED.
NinoEdu: Uma Plataforma para Aplicação do Método ABACADA
Authors: Merlin José R. , Coleti Thiago A. , Milani Maísa L. C. , Santos Melissa F. dos , Generoso Lucas C. , Lira Marcio H. T. S. , Almeida Gabriel W. R. de
Published: October 2024

Uma das estratégias para apoiar a alfabetização de crianças com necessidades educacionais específicas é o ABACADA, uma abordagem baseada no aprendizado de sílabas em vez de letras e apoiada fortemente em recursos visuais. Com o objetivo de tornar a aplicação do método mais lúdica e dinâmica, foi criada a plataforma de software NinoEdu, que, além de fornecer jogos educativos especialmente desenvolvidos com base na proposta do ABACADA, também permite o gerenciamento personalizado do aprendizado conforme o nível do aluno. A versão inicial da ferramenta foi apresentada aos educadores da APAE parceira do projeto, que a consideraram promissora.
Expansão da plataforma UrbVerde: monitoramento socioambiental inteligente para todas as cidades brasileiras
Authors: Lacerda Vitor Antonio de Almeida , Freitas Guilherme Henrique Bueno de , Fantin Marcel , Garbin Ana Lívia de Magalhães , Carvalho Felipe O.
Published: October 2024

Segundo o Painel Intergovernamental sobre Mudanças Climáticas (IPCC), as cidades são vulneráveis aos impactos das mudanças climáticas e responsáveis por grande parte das emissões de gases de efeito estufa. Diante disso, a plataforma UrbVerde, desenvolvida em parceria com instituições acadêmicas, oferece monitoramento socioambiental gratuito para auxiliar os municípios de São Paulo na tomada de decisões. O presente projeto trata da reestruturação do design e da arquitetura da informação, visando solucionar problemas de escalabilidade e experiência do usuário, levantados por meio de um completo estudo baseado na metodologia Design Thinking. Com foco no uso por gestores públicos, busca-se expandir a análise da plataforma para todos os municípios e estados do território nacional, adicionando recursos como visualização avançada de dados e inteligência artificial, tornando-a uma ferramenta importante para o enfrentamento das crises climáticas e a construção de cidades inteligentes e sustentáveis.
Qual Eu Escolho? Rumo a um Checklist para Apoiar Recém-Chegados na Escolha de um Formalismo de Simulação
Authors: Cintra Luiza M. F. , Graciano Neto Valdemar V.
Published: October 2024

Modelagem e Simulação é frequentemente aplicada em domínios críticos e para planejamento e apoio à decisão de negócios. No entanto, quando engenheiros(as) de software se dispõem a usar M&S em seus projetos, muitas vezes eles(as) enfrentam a dúvida de qual formalismo utilizar. Este artigo apresenta resultados preliminares do estabelecimento de um checklist para auxiliar iniciantes em M&S na escolha do paradigma mais adequado para resolver seus problemas entre três formalismos principais: DEVS, Dinâmica de Sistemas e Simulação Orientada a Agentes. Um estudo piloto foi realizado e um especialista foi consultado. Resultados sugerem que o checklist pode direcionar a escolha de forma consistente com estudos anteriores.
Modelagem de Falhas e Exceções em Processos de Negócios em BPMN: Um Mapeamento Sistemático da Literatura
Authors: Molina Sidny de Almeida , Andrade Alexandre Acácio de
Published: October 2024

O tratamento de situações ou de comportamentos inesperados é essencial em processos de negócios, e a notação BPMN (Business Process Model and Notation) desempenha um papel fundamental na modelagem de falhas e exceções nesses processos. No entanto, existem diferentes maneiras de modelar as falhas e as exceções. O objetivo deste estudo é compreender como as falhas e exceções em processos de negócios são modelados em BPMN a partir de cenários reais. Evidenciou-se que os eventos intermediários de erro são os elementos mais usados para representar falhas, enquanto eventos intermediários de compensação e cancelamento são comuns para exceções.
A three-tiered architectural model for Digital Twins in Education
Authors: Martins Valéria Farinazzo , Bachmann João Eduardo Cosentino , Cardoso Alexandre , Silveira Ismar Frango
Published: October 2024

The advent of Digital Twins, integrating technologies such as Mixed Reality, the Internet of Things, Machine Learning, Big Data, and Cloud Computing, is increasingly demonstrating its potential across various domains. These technologies enable the creation of accurate simulations of real objects, processes, and systems based on real-time data. This capability supports a wide range of applications, including hypothesis testing, design and prototyping, process optimization, among others, which makes this solution strongly suitable to applications in education, training and skills development. To effectively implement Digital Twins in the educational context, this paper proposes a three-tiered software architecture, comprising a Data Acquisition Tier, another tier for Processing and Analysis and the last one for Visualization and Interaction. The paper finishes presenting a case for technical training in an energy provider company.
Issue Labeling Dynamics in Open-Source Projects: A Comprehensive Analysis
Authors: Jr Joselito , Nascimento Lidia P. G. , Santos Alcemir , Machado Ivan
Published: October 2024

Open-source repositories play a vital role in modern software development, facilitating collaboration and code sharing among developers worldwide. In this study, we investigate the usage of labels in GitHub repositories to understand their impact on the issue resolution process and project management.We employ data mining techniques to gather a dataset comprising 10,673,459 issues from 13,280 repositories hosted on GitHub’s featured topics list. Our study design involves four phases: repository selection, mining repository issues, pre-processing issues’ components, and data processing to address research questions (RQs). The first RQ focuses on the frequency and usage of standard and custom labels in repositories. The second and third RQs delve into the average time for labeling issues and defining the triage phase from labeling practices. We found that 73.14% of repositories employ issue labeling, with most labeling activity concentrated before the 100th day since issue opening. This rapid labeling process is often followed by a structured label change pattern, potentially corresponding to specific issue phases like triage, implementation, or change validation. Analyzing time intervals between label changes, we observed that most issues undergo triage within 1 to 100 days, with labels prioritized based on their frequency in the resolution process. Our analysis sheds light on labels’ significance in organizing and classifying issues through a systematic triage process within open-source repositories. Labels serve as social and technical elements, contributing to enhanced organization, identification, implementation, and validation of code changes. These findings provide valuable insights into the effective management and maintenance of open-source projects, aiding developers and project managers in optimizing issue resolution processes. The results and scripts from our study are available in the supplementary material repository for further exploration and reference by the software engineering community.
Introductory Chapter: Mental Health in Developmental Age
Authors: Carotenuto Marco
Published: October 2024

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Recent Advances in Mechano-Bactericidal Nanostructured Surfaces for Biomedical Implants and Frequently Touched Surface Applications
Authors: Agbe Henry , Kwofie Samuel
Published: October 2024

Microbial contamination of medical devices and infection prone areas in hygiene critical environments is one of the main causes of healthcare-associated infections. Healthcare-associated infection is the fourth leading cause of death after cancer, heart disease and stroke. Besides antibiotic, one potential strategy for breaking the chain of transmission of infections is via engineering novel antimicrobial surfaces. However, conventional antimicrobial coatings are not ideal for practical application due to coating instability, possible toxicity and antibacterial resistance problems. Contrarily, mechano-bactericidal nanostructured surfaces are biocompatible and kill bacteria via mechanical stress (induced by physical contact), without releasing toxic-agents. In other words, they are eco-sustainable and hold great potential for fabricating the next-generation antimicrobial surface technology. This review illuminates on recent advances in antimicrobial surface technology, with particular focus on mechano-bactericidal nanostructured surfaces, the killing mechanisms, clinical applications, challenges and future prospects in the field of mechano-bactericidal nanostructured antimicrobial surface technology.
Control of Insect Pests of Stored Wheat (Triticum aestivum) Using Botanical Pesticides
Authors: Ehimemen Negbenebor Helen , Nura Salisu
Published: October 2024

Wheat grains as one of the world’s most nutritious crops are threatened by several insect pests damaging their quality thereby imparting economic losses worth millions of dollars annually. Strategies have been devised to protect the stored grains from insect pests’ attacks. One of the most widely used control measures was the application of synthetic chemical insecticides that posed negative consequences ranging from toxicity to non-target organisms (man inclusive), expensive and non-biodegradable. Botanical pesticides have proved more effective alternatives as they are specific in action, cheaper and eco-friendly. This chapter, therefore, reviewed and analysed different methods employed in controlling insect pests of stored wheat grains giving more emphasis to botanicals.
Comparison of Characteristics and Outcomes of Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C Patients in the Fars Hepatitis Registry
Authors: Safarpour Ali Reza , Shojaei-Zarghani Sara , Rahmati Leila , Nikmanesh Yousef , Sivandzadeh Gholam Reza , Ahmadi Lida , Amirizadeh Saeid , Fattahi Mohammad Reza
Published: October 2024

Background: Hepatitis, which refers to liver inflammation, can have various causes, with viral hepatitis being the most common. Objectives: This study aimed to compare demographic and laboratory variables, risk factors, and outcomes between Hepatitis B (HBV) and Hepatitis C (HCV) patients in the Fars hepatitis registry. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, a total of 6,690 eligible patients, consisting of 3,840 (57.4%) with HBV and 2,820 (42.6%) with HCV, were assessed from the database covering the period from 1995 to 2023. Comparisons between HBV and HCV were made using the Chi-square test, Fisher's exact test, or independent sample t-test with SPSS software. Results: The average age of the patients was 52.56 years (standard deviation: 13.24). Significant differences were found between HBV and HCV patients regarding sex, marital status, education level, family history of HBV and HCV, smoking status, drug use, and body mass index (P < 0.001 for all). Hepatitis B patients had a higher prevalence of dental procedures (P < 0.001) and uncertain sexual contacts (P = 0.009), while blood transfusion, intravenous drug use, major thalassemia (P < 0.001 for all), tattoos (P = 0.004), and hemodialysis (P = 0.001) were more common in HCV patients. Hepatitis C patients showed higher levels of liver enzymes (P < 0.001) and total bilirubin (P = 0.002) but lower levels of albumin (P < 0.001) and prothrombin time (P = 0.034) compared to HBV patients. Cirrhosis was also more common in HCV patients (P < 0.001). Conclusions: Our findings highlight different patterns of demographic factors, risk factors, and outcomes between HBV and HCV patients, which could influence their prevention and management strategies.
COWPOX: A BRIEF OVERVIEW
Authors: Tuyskanova M. S. , Mambetaliev M. , Zhugunissov K. D.
Published: October 2024

Cowpox is a disease characterized by rapid development and a number of characteristic symptoms. The disease is characterized by a significant increase in body temperature, causing general weakness and loss of appetite. This in turn affects milk production. Papules appear on the cow's udder, which over time turn into abscesses and cracks. Due to discomfort and pain, the cow develops a wide stance. The CPXV genome has the most complete gene set of any orthopoxvirus. This unique feature of CPXV makes it ideal for mutating into different strains of the virus. This is a double-stranded DNA virus. The virus has an envelope that surrounds the virion. Literature studies that provide useful information on the clinical manifestations of sensitivity to this virus for various animal species and humans are analyzed. Studying the life cycle of this virus is also an important aspect, since uncovering its mechanisms allows for the development of effective control and control strategies. Specific examples of clinical manifestations associated with sensitivity to this virus in different animal species and humans are given. This allows for a more complete assessment of its potential consequences and impact on public health
EPIZOOTOLOGICAL MONITORING AND PREVENTIVE MEASURES OF EPIDEMIC OF INFECTIOUS RHINOTRACHEITIS OF CATTLE AT THE LEVEL OF THE REPUBLIC OF KAZAKHSTAN
Authors: Koshemetov Zh. K. , Seisenbaeva M. S. , Orazymbetova N. K. , Umuraliev B. K. , Isahan A. A. , Zhakypbeк A. S.
Published: October 2024

This article highlights the results of epizootological monitoring of bovine infectious rhinotracheitis and preventive measures for this infection. The study showed that Bovine IRT disease has spread all over the world, apart from some European states, namely Norway, Sweden, Finland, Lithuania, Moldova, Bulgaria, Greece, Slovakia, Italy, Romania and the Czech Republic. It is a persistent outbreak in tropical states of the African continent, the Middle East, South and Southeast Asia, and parts of South America. Live and inactivated mono- and associated vaccines are widely used worldwide for the prevention of Bovine IRT, and labelled vaccines are used in European countries to distinguish between diseased and vaccinated animals. In the Russian Federation, the live vaccine ‘TK-A’ (RES) is used for the prevention of cattle IRT, parainfluenza-3, viral diarrhoea, associated vaccine ‘TRIVAK’ (RES), against parainfluenza-3, IRT, associated (VNIIZZh) vaccine, against cattle IRT, viral diarrhoea, respiratory syncytial infection of calves, rotavirus and coronavirus diseases combined inactivated vaccine ‘KOMBOVAK’ (CJSC NPO ‘Narvak’) with its modification and other vaccines are used. In the Republic of Kazakhstan, at present, Cattle IRT disease occurs in cattle herds in Akmola, Almaty, Atyrau, Aktobe, VKO Karaganda, Kostanay, Pavlodar, SKO, WKO and Kyzylorda oblasts. In the Republic of Kazakhstan, TRIVAK vaccine produced by Stavropol biofactory is currently used for prevention of cattle IRI disease against the causative agents of cattle IRI, viral diarrhoea and parainfluenza - 3, as well as vaccines Bovilis - IBR (Holland), Catlmaster Gold FP5 C5 (USA).
CRIMEAN-CONGO HEMORRHAGIC FEVER: REVIEW OF THE EPIDEMIOLOGICAL SITUATION, DISTRIBUTION AREA, VIRUS CHARACTERISTICS, DIAGNOSIS, AND DISEASE PREVENTION
Authors: Tlenchiyeva T. M. , Myrzakhmetova B. Sh. , Zhapparova G. A. , Bisenbayeva K. B. , Toitanova A. S. , Kutumbetov L. B.
Published: October 2024

This review article addresses the etiology, epidemiology, distribution of Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF), and its diagnosis and prevention. Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) is one of the deadly hemorrhagic fevers endemic in Africa, Asia, and Europe. It is a tick-borne zoonotic viral disease caused by the CCHF virus of the genus Nairovirus, family Bunyaviridae. In Kazakhstan, natural foci of CCHF are located in the Zhambyl, Turkestan, and Kyzylorda regions, as well as the city of Shymkent. In Kazakhstan, 108 confirmed cases of CCHF were registered in humans during the period from 2021 to 2023. The virus genome consists of small (S), medium (M), and large (L) segments, encoding nucleocapsid proteins (N), envelope glycoproteins (G1 and G2), and polymerase complex proteins, respectively. Most human cases were associated with agricultural activities such as animal husbandry, haymaking, and livestock slaughter. Humans are most commonly infected by tick bites. Clinical signs usually indicate the rapid progression of the disease, which is accompanied by bleeding, muscle pain, and fever. Now, there is no specific treatment, and the most important measures are preventive safety practices. For the diagnosis of CCHF, methods such as ELISA, RT-PCR, and real-time RT-PCR are used
Has Moral Responsibility Rested on a Mistake?
Authors: Sperry Elizabeth A. ,   Philosophy Documentation Center
Published: October 2024

Is moral responsibility the same in all contexts? Is it acceptable for our practices of holding responsible to ignore the reality of trauma, inequality, and oppression? Hundreds of philosophers, drawing on P. F. Strawson’s 1962 essay, “Freedom and Resentment,” have argued for accounts of moral responsibility that would, at least implicitly, answer these questions in the affirmative. Yet these affirmative answers are not, I shall argue, Strawson’s view. Strawson argues for a real-world approach to moral responsibility, a facet of his work that should be acknowledged. That facet should also be extended, using insights from feminist philosophers, philosophers of race, and social and political philosophers. The reinterpretation of Strawson I discuss here makes better sense of moral responsibility, and also supports the improvement of our practices in assigning moral responsibility. We can’t understand the nature and limits of our moral demands—demands on ourselves and others—while ignoring the actual conditions in which those demands are deployed.
Al Qur’an dalam Praktik Sosial: Hafidzah Sebagai Agen Transformasi
Authors: Ismatulloh AM , Masngudi Masngudi , Aniroh Aniroh , Jannah Zarahtul
Published: October 2024

This research is a study of the living Qur'an, discussing the tradition of reading the Qur'an through semaan activities carried out in Majenang District, Cilacap Regency. In this case, the hafidzah in Majenang District routinely carry out the semaan tradition continuously and periodically from one assembly to another. In this living Qur'an research, the discussion is more focused on how the semaan procession is carried out by hafidzah and what the motives and meaning of the semaan tradition are for the actors/performers of the action. In this case, the actors/perpetrators of this action are the hafidzah students in general, the listeners and the general public. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method with a sociological approach. The data collection techniques that researchers used in this research were participant and non-participant observation, interviews and documentation. Meanwhile, the data analysis used is descriptive-explanatory analysis, apart from making it easier for researchers to explain the content of the discussion, it is also so that they can find out the reasons for the tradition of memorizing the Koran by hafidzah. So that the background, procession, motifs and meaning of the Semaan tradition can be known.
The Influence of Key Sectors, Average Years of Schooling, and Labor Force Participation Rate on Poverty in Aceh Province Through Economic Growth
Authors: Rambe Alesca Ferronyca , Silvia Vivi , Abrar Muhammad
Published: October 2024

This research explores the potential role of key economic sectors, average schooling duration, and labor force participation rates in reducing poverty in Aceh Province. The study utilizes data from 2016 to 2022 and applies the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) method to examine both short-term and long-term relationships between these variables and poverty reduction. The objectives of this study are to identify the impact of these factors on poverty levels and to assess their contribution to economic growth. The research findings indicate that in the long term, leading economic sectors, average schooling duration, and labor force participation positively influence economic growth. However, only average schooling duration significantly affects economic growth in the short term. Furthermore, the results demonstrate that long-term economic growth and labor force participation play a significant role in reducing poverty. In contrast, leading sectors and average schooling duration negatively influence poverty levels. In the short term, economic growth and leading sectors also negatively impact poverty. Moreover, the Sobel test confirms that economic growth mediates the influence of these variables on poverty reduction in the long term. In the short term, only average schooling duration serves as a mediator. The implications of this study highlight the importance of government efforts to develop critical economic sectors, improve the quality of education, and enhance workforce training to stimulate economic growth and reduce poverty in Aceh.
Assessing Trends of Vehicle Ownership and Use Among Tertiary Students in Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology Campus, Ghana
Authors: Gyamfi Ernest , Opoku Oscar Agyemang
Published: October 2024

The study aims to assess trends of car ownership and usage among tertiary students on campus, with an emphasis on Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). The research design employed in this study was descriptive survey, aiming to gather information from a sample population through their responses to specific questions. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics, summarizing the responses quantitatively through bar charts, pie charts, frequencies, percentages as well as means and tables, created using Microsoft Excel. The results revealed that, a majority (70 percent) of the cars being used by students on the KNUST campus are owned by Ghanaian students with foreign students making up the minority of this number. The major challenges faced by students who own or use vehicles on campus are a lack of filling stations on and around campus, lack of student parking lots, and excess traffic. From the findings, it can be concluded that, students' psychological make-up is a major determinant of vehicle ownership among students. Moreover, the findings further revealed that most of the students who have vehicles on the campus exhibit or develop mostly negative habits after vehicle ownership and this in the long run may have negative effects on academic performance which is the sole purpose of being on campus. The study provides insights into the environmental and health impacts of increased vehicle use on university campuses, offering valuable insights for policy decisions, future research, and campus management, thereby enhancing student mobility.
The role of market capitalization on economic growth in Iraq: for the period of (2005-2022)
Authors: Faeq Muhammed Kawa , Durmaz Osman
Published: October 2024

This study investigates the relationship between market capitalization (LMCAP) and economic growth, measured by Gross Domestic Product (GDP), within the context of Iraq from 2005 to 2022. The analysis employs unit root tests, cointegration tests, and regression analysis to explore the dynamics between these variables. The findings reveal a statistically significant positive effect of market capitalization on economic growth, highlighting the crucial role of a vibrant financial market in driving economic expansion. The presence of a long-term relationship between market capitalization and GDP underscores the sustained impact of financial market development on economic growth in Iraq. These findings have important implications for policymakers in Iraq, emphasizing the significance of promoting a strong and dynamic financial market to stimulate economic growth. Further research exploring additional variables and causal mechanisms would enhance the understanding of the dynamics between market capitalization and economic growth within the Iraqi context.
Components of Iron Deficiency Anemia: Understanding Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Management
Authors:   School of Natural and Applied Sciences Kampala International University Uganda, Nyambura Achieng M.
Published: October 2024

Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is a prevalent global health concern, marked by a significant reduction in iron levels, leading to diminished hemoglobin production and compromised oxygen transport. This condition disproportionately affects vulnerable populations, including women of reproductive age, infants, and individuals in low-resource settings, resulting in a multitude of health complications. The pathophysiology of IDA involves complex interactions between dietary iron intake, increased physiological demands, chronic blood loss, and malabsorption syndromes. Clinically, IDA manifests through symptoms such as fatigue, pallor, and cognitive impairments, necessitating a thorough diagnostic approach that includes complete blood counts, iron studies, and reticulocyte counts. Effective management strategies encompass dietary modifications, iron supplementation, and treatment of underlying causes. Furthermore, preventive measures—such as public health initiatives and food fortification—are crucial in addressing the root causes of IDA. Emerging research suggests innovative approaches, including bioavailable iron sources and genetic studies, to enhance prevention and treatment efforts. This review comprehensively examines the components of IDA, providing insights into its pathophysiology, diagnosis, management, and future directions for research and intervention. Keywords Iron deficiency anemia (IDA), Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, Management, Dietary iron.
EFFECT OF DIETARY SUPPLEMENTATION OF YEAST (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) ON GROWTH PERFORMANCE OF CROSSBRED HEIFERS
Authors: Hazarika Chandrika , Chandra Mili Dulal , Deka R.J. , Kaushik Purabi , Kumar  Roy Nanda , Das Poonam , Deka Arup , Das Prerana
Published: October 2024

The aim of the experiment was to investigate the effect of dietary supplementation of yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae on the growth performance of crossbred heifers. A total of eighteen (18) crossbred heifers, above 1 year of age (16-18 months) with similar body weights were selected for the experiment.
Unmasking the Intractable
Authors: Banda Fareda , Elliesie Hatem , Kaime Thoko
Published: October 2024

The first contribution of the online symposium explores the ineffectiveness of anti-racism laws. It raises the leading question whether their underperformance is a result of unrealistic expectations regarding the potential of law in general, or whether inherent flaws in legal design are the root cause.
Diagnosis and treatment delay in patients with OCD in the United States over the past three decades
Authors: Kim Ella , Aidoo Dalia
Published: October 2024

Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a mental health disorder that can lead to significant functional impairment and profound disability. Studies have shown that delayed diagnosis and treatment and prolonged duration of illness (DI, onset of symptoms to treatment) led to poorer patient outcomes. The purposes of this study are to investigate whether these time frames have improved over time and to identify reasons for delays. Our main hypothesis was that diagnosis delay, treatment delay, and DI have all improved over the past three decades. We grouped 182 participants into three epochs based on their onset of symptoms (epoch 1: 1992 – 2002, epoch 2: 2003 – 2012, epoch 3: 2013 – 2023). There were statistically significant findings across all epochs for mean diagnosis delay (14.3 years in epoch 1, 10.7 in epoch 2, and 2.0 in epoch 3, p < 0.001) and mean DI (15.6 years in epoch 1, 11.6 in epoch 2, and 2.4 in epoch 3, p < 0.001). Mean treatment delay was significant between epochs 2 (0.9 years) and 3 (0.4 years, p < 0.003). Participants’ responses showed that perceived social stigma, limited access to care, and inability to afford care were statistically significant reasons for diagnosis delay across all epochs (p < 0.05), and limited access to care was a statistically significant reason for treatment delay across all epochs (p < 0.005). These findings demonstrate an ongoing need for timely diagnosis and treatment and improvements in access to and affordability of care in the United States.
Impact of a Comprehensive Financial Navigation Intervention to Reduce Cancer-Related Financial Toxicity
Authors: Wheeler Stephanie B. , Manning Michelle L. , Gellin Mindy , Padilla Neda , Spees Lisa P. , Biddell Caitlin B. , Petermann Victoria , Deal Allison , Rogers Cindy , Rodriguez-O’Donnell Julia , Samuel-Ryals Cleo , Reeder-Hayes Katherine , Rosenstein Donald L.
Published: October 2024

Background: Although the need to reduce the impact of financial toxicity among patients with cancer is widely acknowledged, few interventions have been developed to address this issue. We tested a novel, multiphase, patient-centered financial navigation (FN) intervention at a large academic medical center. Methods: We developed a financial toxicity screening tool consisting of the Comprehensive Score for Financial Toxicity (COST) measure plus several additional items based on patient feedback. After systematizing the screening process, 50 patients from the North Carolina Basnight Cancer Hospital were enrolled in the FN intervention following a positive screen for financial distress (COST score <23). The FN intervention involved one-on-one consultations with a trained financial navigator and included an initial comprehensive intake appointment to determine patient eligibility for financial assistance and follow-up appointments to discuss paperwork and application(s) status. We assessed preliminary intervention effectiveness (preintervention and postintervention COST scores) and implementation (ie, fidelity, uptake, acceptability). Results: All 50 patients assessed for study eligibility screened positive for financial distress. A total of 46 patients completed both the preintervention and postintervention COST instrument and other measures. Postintervention mean COST scores improved from 6.4 at baseline to 13.3 post-FN (P<.0001), indicating a significant decrease in perceived financial toxicity. Fidelity to the intervention was high and 96% of participants received financial assistance. Conclusions: A patient-centered FN intervention fully integrated into an existing care coordination model can help to decrease the burden of cancer-related financial toxicity among patients with cancer experiencing financial distress. Further studies are needed to test FN interventions in various oncology settings and among targeted populations.
Desarrollo galénico y eficacia de gentamicina sulfato 0,5% en fórmula magistral para el tratamiento de la enfermedad de Hailey-Hailey
Authors: González Gómez Álvaro , Monsálvez Honrubia Verónica , Alonso Pérez Lucía , Ferrari Piquero José Miguel
Published: October 2024

La enfermedad de Hailey-Hailey es una enfermedad minoritaria dermatológica de origen genético. Cursa con la aparición de lesiones ampollosas, especialmente en áreas de fricción y pliegues cutáneos, como la región inguinal, axilar y el cuello. Se presenta el caso de una mujer refractaria a diversos fármacos inmunosupresores. El Servicio de Dermatología solicita al Servicio de Farmacia la elaboración de una fórmula tópica de gentamicina para el manejo de las lesiones. Desde el Servicio de Farmacia se elabora una pomada de gentamicina sulfato al 0,5%. Tras 4 semanas de tratamiento, se observó la resolución total de las lesiones submamarias y una disminución en el tamaño de las lesiones axilares, antecubitales y poplíteas. A los 3 meses, todas las lesiones se resolvieron completamente, permitiendo reducir la dosis de apremilast. A los 6 meses, la respuesta clínica se mantuvo sin reacciones adversas.
Simulación Montecarlo y QFD como Herramientas para el Análisis de Mercado y Toma de Decisiones con Incertidumbre en un Producto Lácteo
Authors: Cruz Rivero Lidilia , Ortiz Peñaloza Perla Natali , Mateo Díaz Nicolás Francisco , Lince Olguín Ernesto
Published: October 2024

La presente investigación presenta un análisis sobre el riesgo de inversión e introducción al mercado de una marca de leche por parte de una empresa de distribución regional, ubicada en la región huasteca, que abarca en el norte del estado de Veracruz, y el noroeste de Hidalgo, y noreste de San Luis Potosí México, e identificar el mercado factible con la finalidad de introducir un producto nuevo para la empresa. Para esta toma de decisiones se tiene cuatro municipios clave, que se consideraron como mercados potenciales: Tempoal y Tantoyuca, Huejutla y Tamazunchale. Estos fueron sometidos a evaluación usando Simulación Montecarlo para la generación de escenarios probables que permitieron observar los cambios que sufre el Valor Actual Neto (VAN), así como los valores máximos y mínimos que puede alcanzar. Se utilizó el despliegue de la función de la calidad (QFD), para conocer los requerimientos del cliente y cumplir las expectativas de comercialización; dichas herramientas presentaron la información de forma cualitativa y cuantitativa para una mejor toma de decisiones, realizando las pruebas de simulación con el Software Risk Simulator®, identificando el mercado factible para la introducción del nuevo producto lácteo, siendo la región Huasteca Hildalguense, noroeste de Hidalgo, México, con un VAN mayor positivo igual a $18,139,999.67 y $15,104,995.85 proyectado a 5 años.
Karaciğer Transplantasyonunda Beslenme Durumu ve İmmünonütrisyonun Etkisi
Authors: Akkoyun Yağmur Pınar , Olcay Eminsoy İrem
Published: October 2024

Karaciğer nakli yapılan hastalarda, son dönem karaciğer yetmezliği nedeniyle karbonhidrat, lipit ve protein metabolizmasında çeşitli anormallikler ortaya çıkar. Bu durum, klinik durumda bozulmaya ve malnütrisyona yol açar. Malnütrisyon, karaciğer nakli yapılan hastaların birçoğunda mevcuttur ve artan morbidite ve mortalite ile ilişkilidir. Bu hastalarda beslenme durumunun değerlendirilmesi, beslenme eksikliklerinin belirlenmesi ve düzeltilmesi için son derece önemlidir. Beslenme danışmanlığı ile gerektiğinde müdahale sağlanarak bu bozukluklar önlenebilir. Bu bağlamda diyetisyen, çeşitli beslenme sorunlarının çözümü için uygun beslenme tedavisi sağlayarak nakil ekibinin bir parçası olarak tamamlayıcı bir rol oynar. Naklin tüm aşamalarında yeterli beslenme desteği sağlanmalıdır. Beslenme tedavisi nakil öncesi, nakil esnası ve nakil sonrası dönemde devam etmelidir. Yetersiz beslenen hastalar için, nakil öncesi ve sonrası dönemde sağlanan immünonütrisyon, beslenme durumunun iyileşmesinde faydalı olmaktadır. Bu derleme kapsamında, karaciğer nakli yapılan hastalarda nakil öncesi ve sonrasında beslenme durumunun değerlendirilmesi adına kullanılan yöntemleri, nakil öncesi ve sonrası beslenme önerilerini ve tedavileri gözden geçirmek amaçlanmıştır.
TAX PERFORMANCE AND QUALITY OF GOVERNANCE IN NIGERIA
Authors: Otekunrin Adegbola , Ajao Owolabi Sunday , Foluso Oluwakayode Ebenezer , Kolawole Peace , Iyanuoluwa Amu Inioluwa
Published: October 2024

Government cannot run in isolation, they need revenue to run their operations and one of the sources of this revenue is taxation. Despite government lamentations of a lack of funds for infrastructure development, there is a scarcity of literature in Nigeria on how tax performances may influence the quality of governance. This study examined the impact of tax performance on the quality of governance in Nigeria. Data for the study were taken from the OECD, the World Bank, and the Central Bank of Nigeria's annual reports, and the research design used is ex-post facto. The Hausman test was employed to analyze the data collected after subjecting it to the unit root test. Tax performance is proxy by company income tax, personal income tax, and value-added tax while the corruption perception index was used as a proxy for quality of governance. This study's findings revealed that the quality of governance and personal income tax are positively and significantly related, with a p-value of 0.0000, a t-statistic of 6.320390, and coefficients of 0.200227. This study's findings revealed that quality of governance and company income tax are negatively and significantly related, with a p-value of 0.0000, t-statistic of -9.743164, and coefficients of -0.228796. However, this study's findings revealed that the quality of governance and value-added tax are not related, with a p-value of 0.3252, a t-statistic of -0.984622, and a coefficient of -0.033803. This study concluded that tax performance had a significant impact on governance quality in Nigeria. This study recommends that taxation if appropriately controlled will improve the quality of governance, create jobs in the country, lower inflation, and boost economic growth.
Impact Quality Indicators onto Sustainable Manufacturing
Authors: Hassan Abdullah Zuher
Published: October 2024

This paper dealt study effect quality indicators of crushing Limestone process in quarries onto Sustainable Manufacturing. Sustainable Environment was achieving through minimizing quality indicators which were use resources and lead time during crushing of limestone in position. Non-value added time and use resources are studied in this paper. This paper aims to show impact key performance indicators of quality which were production efficiency, efficiency of manufacturing cycle and efficiency of use resources onto Operational and environmental sustainability in order to reduce environmental and operational impacts onto environment and human health. Crushing Limestone process had been employing on one year as a case study to evaluate operational and environmental sustainability of an Iraqi industry. Program of Minitab-Version 17 was employed to analyze information of production process. Results illustrated that the rate of efficiency of utilized resources and waste of resources on one year were 95% and 5%. Conclusions shown lead time was an important performance measure of quality from sustainable Manufacturing perspective.
Avaliação da Suplementação Esportiva Específica sobre a Composição Corporal, a Força Muscular e o Desempenho Esportivo de Atletas Amadores de Futebol
Authors: Teixeira Velho Tamar , Cristina Stein Amélia
Published: October 2024

Objetivo: o presente estudo teve como objetivo geral avaliar como a suplementação esportiva específica influencia o desempenho esportivo de atletas amadores de um time de Futebol 7 no município de Caxias do Sul/RS durante o segundo semestre de 2020. Método: trata-se de um estudo clínico randomizado realizado entre os meses de setembro-outubro de 2020. O estudo avaliou a influência da suplementação esportiva específica sobre a composição corporal, a força muscular e o desempenho esportivo. O primeiro grupo recebeu suplementação com 100% da recomendação diária para ingestão e o segundo recebeu suplementação com 50% da recomendação diária para ingestão. Os atletas realizaram o mesmo protocolo com 50 minutos de exercício físico aeróbico e 60 minutos de exercício físico de força, com descanso de 90 segundos entre as séries, utilizando 80% do VO2 máximo. Foram incluídos na pesquisa 12 atletas amadores com faixa etária 21-36 anos com média de idade de 24 anos. Resultados: comparando as variáveis da avaliação inicial e final foram encontradas correlações positivas na capacidade de VO2 máximo p≤0,01, na repetição máxima de força de 1RM p≤0,05, na gordura corporal em kg p≤0,01, na gordura corporal em % p≤0,05, na massa corporal em kg p>0,01, na massa muscular em kg p>0,01 e na massa muscular em % p>0,05. Conclusão: conclui-se que apesar dos limitantes do tamanho da amostra e do tempo de estudo os resultados da suplementação esportiva específica combinada com o exercício físico em alta intensidade se correlacionou positivamente com a composição corporal, a força muscular e o desempenho esportivo.
Perfil del Consumidor Agroecológico de Colima (México) durante el Año 2024
Authors: Rodríguez Alvarado Raúl Alberto , Medina-Romero Miguel Ángel , Sañudo Barajas J. Adriana , Orozco Plascencia José Manuel , Hernández Chávez Héctor , Silva Cuevas Rosa Fabiola
Published: October 2024

El objetivo del estudio es identificar el perfil del consumidor agroecológico en Colima (México), durante el año 2024, con el fin de comprender sus hábitos de consumo y percepciones sobre productos libres de agroquímicos. La investigación busca proporcionar información valiosa para la formulación de políticas públicas que faciliten la transición hacia un modelo agroecológico y promuevan hábitos de consumo más sostenibles. Metodológicamente, se empleó un enfoque mixto con cuestionario semiestructurado de 30 preguntas aplicado a 819 consumidores mediante muestreo por conveniencia. La recolección se realizó por WhatsApp y presencialmente con apoyo de 18 profesores y 214 estudiantes. El análisis cuantitativo usó SPSS 27 para estadística descriptiva e inferencial, mientras el cualitativo siguió el enfoque de Braun y Clarke (2008) con NVivo 12. Los principales hallazgos revelan una creciente conciencia sobre los beneficios de los productos agroecológicos; sin embargo, persisten barreras significativas como la falta de información y acceso a estos productos. Solo el 35% de los encuestados está al tanto de que Colima lidera en mortalidad por cáncer de mama, y una proporción similar conoce los riesgos del glifosato. Además, el 82% de los participantes muestra disposición a consumir productos agroecológicos, aunque la falta de disponibilidad sigue siendo un obstáculo. Estos resultados subrayan la necesidad urgente de implementar estrategias educativas y mejorar los canales de distribución.
Peranan Wali Baptis dalam Meningkatkan Kecerdasan Spiritual Anak-Anak Katolik di Stasi Ninma Paroki Kristus Raja Seon
Authors: Bele Flora M.
Published: October 2024

Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif untuk mengetahui peranan wali baptis di Stasi Ninma Paroki Kristus Raja Seon. Data penelitian diperoleh melalui angket dan wawancara. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian tentang peranan wali baptis dalam meningkatkan kecerdasan spiritual anak-anak katolik di Stasi Ninma Paroki Kristus Raja seon diketahui dari kedua variabel jawaban YA sebanyak 72,75%% dan TIDAK 27,25%, prosentase Ya menunjukkan bahwa keadaan baik dan berfungsi dengan baik. Maka berdasarkan hasil analisis dan interpretasi penulis memberi kesimpulan bahwa wali baptis sangat penting bagi anak baptis. Sehingga penulis sangat mengharapkan untuk wali baptis dapat membimbing dan mengingatkan baptis dalam mengikuti kegiatan rohani, agar dapat meningkatkan kecerdasan spiritual
Az apokaliptika nyelvezetének felbukkanása az ökológiai válságjelenségek leírásában
Authors: Szűcs Kinga
Published: October 2024

A tudományos előrejelzések több mint fél évszázadon át kongatták a vészharangot mindhiába; csak napjainkra, a 21. század első negyedének végére kezd általánosan elfogadottá válni, hogy olyan polikrízis-állapotban élünk, amelynek összetevői között a környezeti válság az egyik legfontosabb tényező. A krízis leírásaival a hétköznapi médiában és a tudományos elemzésekben egyaránt találkozunk, a különböző műfajok nyelvi jellegzetességei, képhasználata és egyéb stiláris jegyei gyakran mutatnak nagyfokú hasonlóságot, ami kisebb részben a két közelítésmód egymásra gyakorolt hatásából ered, sokkal inkább meghatározza azonban a nyelvi tájékozódás közös forrásvidéke: a bibliai (és apokrif) apokaliptika. A dolgozatban megvizsgáljuk, melyek azok a leggyakrabban használt fogalmak, amelyeket a krízistapasztalatok és a végidők/korszakváltások kapcsolatára vonatkoztatunk, illetve melyek azok a bibliai és apokrif szövegek, amelyek apokaliptikus látásmódjából szívesen merítenek a kortárs szövegek szerzői. Kitérünk arra is, milyen jelentéstartalmak bomlanak ki az eredetileg vallásos szövegek szekuláris használatából, végezetül pedig arra a kérdésre keressük a választ, hogy a felületes megfeleléseken túl milyen eszközökkel tehetjük jelentéstelivé és közösségi, illetve személyes síkon is relevánssá a bibliai történelemszemléletet mai korunk gondolkodása számára.