bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Prevalence of Vancomycin-Resistant Van A and Van B Genes in ESKAPE Gram-Positive Bacteria Isolated from Hospitalized Patients in Mashhad, Iran
Authors: Hamzeh Soroosh , Hosseini Seyed Reza , Javaheri Tohid , Rajabi Negar
Published: December 2024

Introduction: The ESKAPE group, comprising Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Acinetobacter baumannii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Enterococcus faecium, is known for its role in hospital-acquired infections and its growing resistance to antimicrobial agents. This resistance complicates treatment options, particularly with last-resort antibiotics, such as vancomycin. This study aims to determine the prevalence of vancomycin-resistant genes (Van A and Van B) in Staphylococcus aureus and Enterococcus species isolated by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) method from hospitalized patients in Mashhad, Iran.
Materials and Methods: A total of 1000 clinical samples were collected over six months from hospitalized patients in four hospitals in Mashhad, Iran. The samples included blood, urine, wound swabs, and respiratory secretions. Staphylococcus aureus and Enterococcus isolates were identified through standard microbiological tests. Vancomycin susceptibility was assessed using the E-test method. The presence of vancomycin-resistant genes (Van A and Van B) was determined by PCR method.
Results: Out of a total of 98 bacterial isolates, 77 were identified as Staphylococcus aureus and 21 as Enterococcus species. Among the Enterococcus isolates, 15 were identified as Enterococcus faecium and 6 as Enterococcus faecalis. Vancomycin resistance genes were detected in 7 isolates in total, with 6 of these isolates harboring the Van A gene and 1 carrying the Van B gene.
Conclusion: The study reveals 40% and 1.3% prevalences of vancomycin resistance in Enterococcus faecium and Staphylococcus aureus isolates, respectively. These findings underscore the critical need for vigilant antibiotic stewardship and the implementation of appropriate treatment strategies to effectively manage infections caused by these resistant pathogens.
Potential Role of Bioactive Compounds of Purple Corn as Breast Cancer Drug Candidates Through Inhibition of Cyclin-Dependent Protein Kinase 6 (Cdk6): An In-Silico Approach
Authors:   Medical Laboratory Technology Study Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas dr. Soebandi, Indonesia, 68111, Agustin Ayu Tri , Firdaus Amalia Wardatul ,   Study Program of Pharmacy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas dr. Soebandi, Indonesia, 68111, Wijaya Anas Fadli ,   Medical Laboratory Technology Study Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas dr. Soebandi, Indonesia, 68111
Published: December 2024

Cancer is characterized by disorderly cell proliferation. Upregulation and activation of the Cyclin-Dependent Protein Kinase 6 (CDK6) signalling pathway can induce uncontrolled proliferation of breast cancer cells. Therefore, inhibition of CDK6 persists to be developed as a target for the design and development of potential drugs to treat breast cancer. This study aims to predict the biofunction of anthocyanin compounds from purple corn extract as Cyclin- Dependent Protein Kinase 6 (CDK6) inhibitors in silico. The research methods used include data mining, ligand and receptor preparation, molecular docking, docking visualization, and data analysis. Our results show that six compounds of purple corn extract (cyanidin, cyanidin 3-glucoside, pelargonidin-3-glucoside, pelargonidin, peonidin, and peonidin-3-glucoside) can bind CDK6 at the C-terminal and N-terminal domains. The binding pattern indicated that cyanidin, cyanidin 3-glucoside, pelargonidin-3-glucoside, pelargonidin, peonidin, and peonidin-3-glucoside bind to the identical site CDK6 residues as Palbociclib (control). This finding indicated that compounds from purple corn are most likely competitive inhibitors of CDK6. Peonidin-3-glucoside showed the lowest binding energy of -282.5 kcal/mol, close to palbociclib (-329.4 kcal/mol).
Một số vấn đề mới về tỷ suất hoàn vốn nội bộ hiệu chỉnh
Authors: Ban Tô Văn
Published: December 2024

Bài viết đề cập mối quan hệ giữa tỷ suất hoàn vốn nội bộ hiệu chỉnh MIRR với giá trị hiện tại ròng NPV trong trường hợp lãi suất biến thiên. Mối tương quan giữa tỷ suất hoàn vốn nội bộ hiệu chỉnh với tỷ suất hoàn vốn nội bộ IRR kể cả trong trường hợp IRR bội được bàn luận. Những điều kiện để MIRR bị kẹp giữa IRR với lãi suất tác động cũng được chỉ ra. Các ví dụ minh họa phạm vi áp dụng rộng rãi của các phát hiện cũng như chỉ rõ rằng, khi những điều kiện này không đảm bảo, ví như với dòng tiền không thông thường, có thể MIRR không bị kẹp giữa các giá trị này.
Evolving Fuzzy Model Predictive Control based on Optimization for Nonlinear Plate Heat Exchanger
Authors: Ozbot Miha , Skrjanc Igor
Published: December 2024

In this paper, a novel evolving Fuzzy Model Predictive Control based on
Optimization (eFMPC) is proposed. The controller adresses model adaptation
in case of abrupt concept shifts in the system parameters. The model of the
system is evolved during control based on online learning approaches with a selfmonitoring
approach to determine the quality of the local models. The control
action is a result of optimization based on the Particle Swarm Optimization
method. The control principle was tested on the real Plate Heat Exchanger pilot
plant.
Koperasi Multi Pihak dalam Menghadapi Tantangan Era Digital
Authors: Nadya Syechan  , Saskia Kartika  , Gabriell Fransiska M.Pangaribuan  , Azzahra Intan Nuraini W  , Maurici Albertigati Deutolino S
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini menganalisis bagaimana koperasi multi pihak menghadapi tantangan dalam era digital, khususnya di tengah perkembangan teknologi informasi dan persaingan dengan platform-platform digital. Koperasi multi pihak memiliki karakteristik khusus, di mana keterlibatan berbagai pihak dengan kepentingan berbeda menjadi nilai tambah sekaligus tantangan tersendiri. Penelitian ini akan mengidentifikasi tantangan utama serta peluang yang dapat dioptimalkan melalui transformasi digital untuk memastikan keberlanjutan dan relevansi koperasi di era ini. Hasil dari analisis menunjukkan bahwa transformasi digital memiliki dampak positif yang signifikan dalam meningkatkan efisiensi dan daya saing koperasi.
Analisis Kinerja Belanja Dalam Laporan Realisasi Anggaran (LRA) Tahun 2023 Di DKI Jakarta
Authors: Jacinda Labana. K  , Fitri Nurul Aftitah  , Kamaliatun Hasanah  , Nur Lailatul Hadi. F. M
Published: December 2024

Anggaran Pendapatan Belanja Daerah (APBD) adalah rencana keuangan tahunan yang diatur oleh undang-undang lokal, berfungsi untuk menyampaikan prioritas pemerintah daerah kepada masyarakat. Belanja daerah terdiri dari 3 kategori utama: pengeluaran pegawai, pengeluaran barang dan jasa, serta pengeluaran modal dan lainnya, yang bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kesejahteraan masyarakat. APBD menjadi dasar bagi operasi pembangunan daerah dan alat evaluasi kinerja organisasi. Laporan keuangan, yang mencakup neraca, Laporan Realisasi Anggaran (LRA), dan catatan atas laporan keuangan, memberikan informasi penting mengenai posisi keuangan dan kinerja anggaran. Klasifikasi pengeluaran daerah yang tepat sangat penting untuk mencegah kemunduran dalam kesejahteraan rakyat. Pemerintah daerah berkomitmen untuk meningkatkan efektivitas otonomi daerah melalui pengelolaan kinerja keuangan yang akuntabel dan transparan. Laporan pertanggungjawaban yang disusun secara berkala bertujuan untuk memastikan penggunaan anggaran yang tepat, sesuai dengan ketentuan dalam PP No. 71 tahun 2010, yang menegaskan pentingnya LRA sebagai salah satu tujuan laporan keuangan pemerintah.
Pengaruh Financial Literacy dan Illusion Of Control terhadap Keputusan Investasi pada Mahasiswa di Kota Palembang
Authors: Jevicha Veivilicha  , Amellia Saputri  , Leonardus Felix Kusuma Putra  , Floren Angela  , Keren Angelina
Published: December 2024

Tujuan dari peneliti melihat pengaruh Financial Literacy dan Illusion Of Control dalam mengambil keputusan investasi, objek penelitian Mahasiswa di Kota Palembang. Peneliti ini memakai data kuantitatif pengambilan sebanyak 133 sampel responden yang menggunakan teknik purposive sampling. Penyebaran kuesioner ini dilihat untuk menguji berdasarkan kriteria yaitu Mahasiswa di Kota Palembang dan Responden yang melakukan Investasi minimal 4 bulan yang lalu memakai program SPSS 21. Adapun pengujian yang dilakukan seperti uji validitas, reabilitas, uji asumsi klasik, analisis regresi berganda, dan pengujian hipotesis. terdapat pengaruh Literacy Financial terhadap Keputusan Investasi dan pengaruh Illusion Of Control tidak berpengaruh terhadap Keputusan Investasi.
Pengaruh Literasi Keuangan Dan Pendapatan Terhadap Keputusan Investasi Generasi Z Di Kota Palembang
Authors: Helena Hwang
Published: December 2024

Penelitian yang dilakukan memiliki tujuan untuk menemukan bagaimana pengaruh Literasi Keuangan dan Pendapatan Terhadap Keputusan Investasi. Jenis penelitian adalah kuantitatif yang menggunakan data primer dan didapatkan melalui penyebaran kuisioner dalam bentuk Google Form secara online dengan skala likert. Populasi penelitian adalah seluruh Generasi Z yang bertempat tinggal di Palembang dan telah melakukan investasi. Metode sampling yang digunakan adalah purposive sampling dengan kriteria memiliki KTP berdomisili di Kota Palembang dan telah melakukan investasi minimal 1 tahun terakhir. Terdapat 137 sampel yang diolah pada penelitian ini. Pengambilan keputusan dilakukan dengan uji T pada SPSS21 dan menyatakan bahwa variabel literasi keuangan dan pendapatan berpengaruh positif terhadap keputusan investasi.
Peran Nilai Tukar Rupiah Dan Fluktuasi Valuta Asing Terhadap Ketahanan Ekonomi Indonesia
Authors: Divka Avedish  , Faqihuddin Tri Wibowo  , Nahdiyah Ulul Azmi  , Qothrotun Nada  , Sarpini Sarpini
Published: December 2024

Fluktuasi nilai tukar rupiah dan valuta asing menghadirkan tantangan signifikan bagi stabilitas ekonomi Indonesia. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif berbasis studi pustaka guna menganalisis dampak perubahan nilai tukar terhadap ketahanan ekonomi nasional dengan. Hasil menunjukkan bahwa inflasi, suku bunga, cadangan devisa, dan arus modal asing memengaruhi nilai tukar rupiah secara signifikan. Bank Indonesia memainkan peran penting melalui kebijakan moneter, termasuk pengelolaan suku bunga dan intervensi di pasar valuta asing. Temuan ini menegaskan perlunya sinergi antara pemerintah dan lembaga keuangan dalam memperkuat ketahanan ekonomi, seperti melalui penguatan cadangan devisa dan diversifikasi sektor ekonomi. Penelitian ini menawarkan wawasan strategis bagi pembuat kebijakan untuk memitigasi dampak volatilitas nilai tukar terhadap perekonomian Indonesia.
Impact of Women Empowerment in the State, Market and Social Domain: Empirical Evidence of Developing Countries
Authors: Dr. Fatima Gulzar  , Shazia Khalid  , Muhammad Tariq  , Khadija Binte Mansoor
Published: December 2024

The authority to carry out a job is a matter of delegation of power and jurisdiction. When women are empowered, they can make their own decisions and have access to resources. When a society strives for growth in its social and economic spheres, it is said to be developing socially and economically. Half of the world's population comprises women, who comprise a significant percentage of society via their reproductive and productive labor. This article examines the significance of women's empowerment in socio-economic progress, which is crucial for a country's advancement since it recognizes and incorporates women's influence into the economy to enhance their situations. This article falls under the qualitative category since it relied on supplementary methods to gather data. The study examines how empowering women in developing countries may lead to positive socio-economic change in society, the market, and the state. Filling a vacuum in our understanding, this research employs theoretical frameworks and case studies to assess how women's empowerment affects development via the state, the market, and society. The implications, methodology, and linkages are examined using quantitative data and qualitative observations from developing countries. Out of all the population categories, the one for political approval produces the fewest results. Statistics under support the representation of women in political institutions, internet accessibility, and the judicial system. To measure women's empowerment, researchers often use the Women's Empowerment Index. Many studies have used this measure or one of its variants to assess empowerment; examples include the agricultural level, the Women's Empowerment Index (Weeai), and empowerment indices for women in livestock.
Review of Marilena Betrò, Michael Friedrich, and Cécile Michel (eds.), The Ancient World Revisited: Material Dimensions of Written Artefacts
Authors: Brémont Axelle
Published: December 2024

Marilena Betrò, Michael Friedrich, and Cécile Michel (eds.). The Ancient World Revisited: Material Dimensions of Written Artefacts. Studies in Manuscript Cultures 37 (Berlin & Boston: De Gruyter, 2024). ISBN 978-3111359021. Pp. vi + 379 and numerous black and white and color illus- trations. $129.00
Review of Katja Broschat and Christian Eckmann, Tutanchamuns Mumienmaske–Chronographie einer Ikone
Authors: Brown Nicholas
Published: December 2024

Katja Broschat and Christian Eckmann. Tutanchamuns Mumienmaske–Chronographie einer Ikone. Monographien des Römisch-Geramischen Zentralmuseums 162 (Mainz: Römisch-Germanischen Zentralmuseums, 2022). ISBN: 978-3-88467-356-0. Pp. XIII+231, 142 color and black and white pictures and color drawings. €55.00
Analisis Tingkat Pendidikan, Pengangguran, Kemiskinan dan Ketimpangan Pendapatan terhadap Tingkat Kriminalitas di Provinsi Bengkulu
Authors: Amelia Diska , Ridwan Purmini
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini menganalisis seberapa besar pengaruh tingkat pendapatan, pengangguran, kemiskinan dan ketimpangan pendapatan terhadap tingkat kriminalitas di Provinsi Bengkulu. Pada penelitian ini menggunakan data sekunder selama 5 tahun dari 2018-2022. Metode yang di pakai dalam riset ini yaitu metode regresi data panel dengan pendekatan Random effect model (REM). Variabel dependen yang digunakan dalam riset ini merupakan tingkat kriminalitas, sedangkan variabel independen ialah tingkat pendidikan, pengangguran, kemiskinan serta ketimpangan pendapatan. Menurut hasil penelitian ini bisa disimpulkan bahwa tingkat pendidikan mempunyai pengaruh negatif serta signifikan terhadap tingkatan kriminalitas di Provinsi Bengkulu. Pengangguran mempunyai pengaruh positif serta signifikan terhadap tingkatan kriminalitas berbeda dengan kemiskinan mempunyai hasil tidak mempengaruhi ataupun tidak signifikan terhadap tingkatan kriminaliats, serta sebaliknya ketimpangan pendapatan mempunyai pengaruh positif serta signifikan terhadap tingkat kriminalitas di Provinsi Bengkulu.
Peningkatan Performa Teknik Atlet Junior Panjat Tebing Menggunakan Meso Periodisasi Latihan
Authors: Yusnita Dyah Kusuma Wardhani
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui peningkatan performa teknik atlet junior panjat tebing prestasi. Panjat tebing merupakan olahraga yang memerlukan kombinasi kemampuan fisik, teknik, taktik, dan mental, serta memerlukan perencanaan latihan yang terstruktur untuk peningkatan performa. Variasi latihan, intensitas dan volume latihan secara dinamis drancang agar lebih efektif dan efisisen, kedalam bentuk meso periodisasi latihan, sangat dibutuhkan terutama bagi atlet panjat tebing junior kelompok usia 14-18 tahun yang berada dalam fase pengembangan yaitu train to train dan train to compete yang tertuang di dalam LTAD (long term athlete development), sebagai upaya peningkatan performa teknik secara menyeluruh yang akan dicapai. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kuantitatif dengan menggunakan kuasi eksperimen. Melibatkan 16 orang atlet yaitu 8 laki-laki dan 8 perempuan kelompok usia 14-18 tahun dengan training age lebih dari 3000 jam latihan, tergabung di klub panjat tebing dibawah binaan FPTI Kabupaten Batang yang dibagi menjadi dua kelompok eksperimen dan kontrol, dan dilakasanakan selama 6 minggu dengan total 40 sesi latihan yaitu satu meso dalam periodisasi latihan. Hasil Penelitian ini menunjukan hasil peningkatan performa teknik yang signifikan terhadap atlet panjat tebing junior kelompok usia 14-18 tahun setelah menjalankan program latihan menggunakan meso periodisasi latihan. Sedangkan yang tidak menggunakan meso periodisasi latihan juga mengalami peningkatan yang sama, akan tetapi nilai peningkatan yang ditunjukkan lebih tinggi kelompok yang menggunakan (SE 0.322 t-23.822 Cohen’sd -7.83) dibandingkan kelompok yang tidak menggunakan meso periodisasi latihan (SE 0.322 t-11.213 Cohen’sd-0.369). Peningkatan performa teknik, mencakup technikal capacity, fundamental movement skill dan technical ability, sehinggga memastikan kesiapan teknik yang optimal dalam menghadapi kompetisi.
Weekly Recap (Nov 2024, part 1)
Authors: Turner Stephen
Published: December 2024

This week's recap highlights a new pipeline for metagenome quality assessment and taxonomic annotation (MAGFlow &
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What I'm reading (Aug 2024, part 2)
Authors: Turner Stephen
Published: December 2024

Here are a few papers that caught my attention recently. I summarize a few in the deep dive at the top, then link to a few other papers of note later on. Subscribe to Paired Ends to get periodic summaries like this delivered to your e-mail.
Çocukların Bilişsel ve Dini Gelişiminde Ölüm Olgusu
Authors: Üral Aslı
Published: December 2024

Değerlendirmesi yapılan bu kitap, Sivas il örneklemindeki 8-13 yaş aralığındaki öğrenciler üzerinde ölüm konusunu kapsamaktadır. Öğrencilerin sosyo-kültürel, ekonomik ve yaş kriterleri dikkate alınarak çocukların ölüm olgusunu nasıl algıladıkları hakkında bilgi sunmaktadır. İncelenen bu çalışmada, çocukların anne-baba ve/veya yakınlarını kaybetmeleri ile farklı kültür ve inanç düzeylerinde olmaları gibi değişkenlerin ölüm kavramını ilişkilendirmede farklılıklar ortaya çıkardığı bulgulanmıştır.
Intelligent process migration in heterogeneous distributed systems
Authors: Marecos Brizuela Terecio Diosnel , La Red Martínez David Luis , Agostini Federico , Fornerón Martínez Jorge Tomás
Published: December 2024

In distributed processing environments, multiple groups of processes are found sharing resources and competing for access. These processes may or may not require synchronization and it is essential to reach a consensus to manage access to resources in a way that establishes a strict order, thus ensuring mutual exclusion. The proposal presented is an innovative and effective solution for the management of shared resources in distributed systems, which allows solving problems related to overload and workload balancing. The evaluation of the state of computational loads and the final comparison using standard deviation are useful tools to detect and correct imbalances in the system. In addition, the possibility of establishing initial configurations of the algorithm for each particular situation allows adapting the solution to the specific needs of each system.
Codex Hanivaldanus Osmanlı anoniminin məlumatları əsasında Şah İsmayılın siyasi portreti
Authors: Hüseyn Fərəh
Published: December 2024

The article we present is dedicated to the description of the historical and political portrait of Shah Ismail
based on the information of the 16th century Ottoman source called Codex Hanivaldanus. The source’s
name is related to the name of Philip Hanivald von Eckersdorf, a Silesian nobleman who was the first
person to introduce it to European historiography and readers. Philip Hanivald who came to Istanbul on
a diplomatic mission acquired this Ottoman manuscript by unknown author, managed to get it translate
it and then publish in Frankfurt-Main in 1591. Because manuscript was anonymous, it become known
in historiography as the Codex Hanivaldanus. Codex Hanivaldanus was written in the genre of the
Tevarih Al-i Osman tradition, which was forming during the classical period of Ottoman historiography,
but nevertheless, the author while narrating and interpreting the events and the activities of historical
figures presents his own original approach, which differs from the narratives put forward by the official
Ottoman ideology. In particular, the personal qualities of Shah Ismail, his activity as a political lider and
statesman are interpreted in a rather positive aspect. According to the author when Shah Ismail saw that
his grandfather “Uzun Hasan’s state weakened due to numerous rebellions and civil wars, he restored
the state, bringing it back from disintegration to order, from upheaval to peace, from threatening
disruption to former prosperity». Such characterizing of the Gizilbash ruler can be evaluated as a certain
discourse in Ottoman historiography and ideological thought of the time. In the article the data of Codex
Hanivaldanus are compared with the information of other synchronous historical sources of the period.
Transforming Higher Mathematics Teaching Through Computer Technology
Authors: AlAli Rommel , Wardat Yousef
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the impact of computer technology on higher mathematics teaching and learning, focusing on student attitudes and academic performance. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, the research involved 210 high school students and 15 mathematics teachers. Data were collected through a combination of semi-structured questionnaires, student test scores, interviews, and classroom observations. The findings indicate that the integration of computer technology leads to significant improvements in students' academic performance and fosters positive attitudes towards mathematics. Students using technological tools showed greater engagement, better understanding of complex concepts, and increased confidence in problem-solving. No significant gender differences were observed in attitudes towards technology use. However, challenges such as resource accessibility and the need for teacher training were identified. The study concludes with recommendations for effectively incorporating computer technology into higher mathematics education to enhance learning outcomes and student engagement.
Se-Re-Co psychosocial skills intervention for street children: Implications for interventions
Authors: Maepa Mokoena Patronella
Published: December 2024

This study aimed to explore whether the Se-Re-Co psychosocial skills intervention will improve self-esteem, resilience, and coping skills for street children. Using pre- and post-experimental and control group design, 24 male and female street children were assigned to the experimental group and the control group to participate in this study. The participants completed a self-report questionnaire that measured three variables, self-esteem, resilience, and coping skills. This was done pre-testing and post-testing of both groups. The results revealed significant statistical differences between the experimental group and control group on self-esteem [F (1,21) = 25.16, p < .000], coping skills [F (1,21) = 33.71, p < .000] but no significant statistical difference in resilience [F (1,21) = 7.44, p < .079].  The results conclude that street children who participated in the Se-Re-Co psychosocial skills intervention reported improved self-esteem and coping skills.
Cross-lagged effects of physical exercise on mental health: the mediating effects of emotional expression and self-efficacy
Authors: Choi Hyunsoo , Yu Teng
Published: December 2024

This longitudinal study investigated the bidirectional relationship between physical exercise and mental health among college students, focusing on the mediating roles of emotional expression and self-efficacy. Using a cross-lagged panel design with three time points over an academic year, data were collected from 500 undergraduate students in China. Structural equation modeling revealed significant reciprocal effects between physical exercise and mental health outcomes. Mediation analysis demonstrated that emotional expression and self-efficacy collectively accounted for 38% of the total effect of physical exercise on mental health. Physical exercise at earlier time points positively predicted both emotional expression (β = 0.16, p < .01) and self-efficacy (β = 0.19, p < .001) at subsequent time points, which in turn predicted improved mental health outcomes. The study also found significant direct effects of physical exercise on mental health (β = -0.182, p < .001), indicating unique contributions beyond the examined mediators. These findings highlight the complex mechanisms through which physical exercise influences mental health and suggest that interventions integrating physical activity with strategies to enhance emotional regulation and self-efficacy may be particularly effective in promoting mental well-being among college students. The results underscore the importance of adopting a holistic approach to mental health promotion that considers both physical and psychological factors in young adult populations.
Research on the Development of Folk Music in Music Education of Higher Education
Authors: Wen Gaoyang , Zhang Meng , Wang Yongding
Published: December 2024

This study examines the development of ethnic music education in Chinese higher education, focusing on its current status, challenges, and strategies for improvement. It underscores the importance of ethnic music education in preserving cultural heritage, enhancing musical literacy, and promoting multicultural understanding. Through an analysis of curricula, teaching methods, faculty development, technology integration, and campus cultural activities, the study suggests a comprehensive approach to strengthening ethnic music programs. Key findings include the need for curricula that balance theory and practice, innovative teaching methods (e.g., the master-apprentice model and immersive technologies), and a faculty skilled in both academia and traditional music. The study also highlights the role of modern technology in preserving and sharing ethnic music, as well as the value of diverse campus activities to boost student engagement and cultural awareness. Challenges include curriculum standardization, maintaining authenticity in modern education, and resource limitations. The study concludes that overcoming these challenges requires collaboration between educational institutions, policymakers, and cultural practitioners. Implementing the proposed strategies will help preserve and evolve China’s ethnic musical traditions while preparing students for a globalized cultural landscape.
Adaptive Cellular Memory in Stress Response: Analyzing HSP70 Expression under Repeated Heat Shock
Authors:   Professor, Center for Materials Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Tamil Nadu, India., P Ramesh Babu , K Prabhu ,   Professor, Department of Anatomy, Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital, Tamil Nadu, India.
Published: December 2024

Cellular memory hypothesizes that cells retain biochemical traces of past events, influencing their responses to repeated stimuli. This study examines cellular memory by analyzing changes in HSP70 gene expression following consecutive heat shocks, investigating how cellular adaptation mechanisms influence stress-response proteins. Our proposed computational framework includes repeated stimulus protocols, data acquisition, and a Python-based analysis of gene expression data. Results show an enhanced HSP70 response during the second heat shock, suggesting an adaptive, memory-like behavior that may inform medical applications in fields like oncology and immunology, where cellular memory mechanisms can aid in developing resilient treatments.
Evaluating the Impact of Latency in a Virtual Private Network Performance Using Different Encryption Algorithm and Hashing
Authors: Kwesigabo Edwin
Published: December 2024

This study analyzes the performance of a network, specifically on advanced encryption standard and Triple data encryption standard when used with secure hash algorithm and Message digest-5 hashing algorithms, when the communication between two communicating nodes is aided by virtual private network connectivity. The study involved two cases; one with AES and the other with 3DES at which each case had a set of two test scenarios which simulated the performance of the selected protocols to simulate the intended scenarios. The simulation scenarios were configuring AES256 with SHA256, AES256 with MD5 and 3DES with SHA256 as well as 3DES with MD5. The simulations carried out measured the latency that impacted the VPN network. Data was collected using network simulation tool “the Ping tool” in an Ubuntu 20.0.1 environment. It is founded that the hashing algorithm SHA256 experienced high Latency compared to MD5 which is contributed by the capacity of processing the hash value by SHA256. Sha256 Produces a hash value that is 266 bits long while MD5 produces a hash value that is 128 bits long, the longer the hash value the longer time is taken to process it. This causes more latency in the network
The Impact of Quizzes on Improving Mathematics Performance Among Higher Education Students
Authors: Elieza Gowele Jesline
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the role of mathematics quizzes in enhancing student attendance and academic performance at higher learning institutions, specifically focusing on the Institute of Accountancy Arusha (IAA). The research aims to determine whether frequent quizzes contribute to improved student engagement and better academic outcomes in mathematics courses. This study applied quantitative methods for data collection whereby first set of data came from quiz results, and the second set was obtained through a survey administered to students participating in the mathematics course. The findings indicate a significant positive relationship between the regular quizzes and increased student mathematics performance. Additionally, the data reveals that students who frequently participate in quizzes tend to achieve higher grades in mathematics. The study concludes that, integrating regular quizzes into the mathematics curriculum at higher learning institutions can be a strategic approach to improve academic performance. The recommendations include Utilizing online quiz platforms to make quizzes more accessible and to track student performance efficiently. Online quizzes can also provide instant results and analytics.
Keywords: Regular quizzes, students' Mathematics performance and Higher Learning Institutions
Ressocialização: práticas pedagógicas utilizadas como oportunidade de remição de pena na Penitenciária Estadual de Maringá
Authors: Souza Fernanda Cristina de , Maio Eliane Rose
Published: December 2024

As práticas pedagógicas desenvolvidas nos estabelecimentos penais assumem a função de ressocializar articulando a apropriação dos conhecimentos científicos com a vida social. Desse modo, este artigo pretende analisar quais as práticas pedagógicas utilizadas na Penitenciária Estadual de Maringá (PEM) para remição de pena e as possibilidades dessas práticas para o processo de ressocialização das pessoas privadas de liberdade. Trata-se de uma pesquisa documental e bibliográfica, de cunho exploratório e abordagem qualitativa com procedimento metodológico de análise de conteúdo, apoiados em Bardin (2016). Os resultados demonstraram que a oferta de educação escolar e remição de pena pelo estudo, são formas de garantir os direitos das pessoas privadas de liberdade empenhando-se em combater a vulnerabilidade social dos apenados. No entanto, as práticas pedagógicas desenvolvidas na PEM, intencionam a conscientização e promoção de capacidades que valorizem a individualidade para participação coletiva, promovendo a humanização necessária para o processo de ressocialização.
Extensão universitária no contexto do grupo Pet Conexões – Gestão Ambiental
Authors: Canto-silva Celson roberto , Espindola Willian Axl , Vidal Barbara Pereira , Duarte Laise da Silva , Morais Evandro Damasceno , Costa Rafael de Borba , Silva Igor Murilo de Oliveira da , Leao Michelle , Oliveira Aline Farias de , Souza Rene Spencer e , Morinico Jose Mauricio , Oliveira Ana Carla Simone de
Published: December 2024

Em consonância com a Política de Extensão do Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia do Rio Grande do Sul (IFRS), o grupo do Programa de Educação Tutorial  (PET Conexões – Gestão Ambiental desenvolve, desde 2010, ações de extensão baseadas na interação dialógica, que visam impactar na formação do estudante e na transformação social. Utilizando a educação ambiental como principal estratégia, o grupo vem buscando, ao longo desse período, contribuir para a construção de uma sociedade mais sustentável, envolvendo em suas atividades, escolas, comunidades em vulnerabilidade e público em geral. O objetivo do presente trabalho é registrar as ações realizadas pelo grupo PET no ano de 2022, o primeiro após o período pandêmico da COVID-19, no qual as atividades voltaram a ser presenciais, embora apenas parcialmente. São relatadas quatro ações relacionadas à temática socioambiental, as quais objetivaram a divulgação e discussão científica. Na primeira delas, buscou-se fomentar no âmbito de espaços educativos a discussão da temática Emergência Climática. Esta foi uma ação presencial que abrangeu quatro instituições de ensino. A segunda ação refere-se à criação de um podcast para discussão de temas socioambientais - o Balbúrdia Ambiental. De maneira semelhante, foi criada uma revista eletrônica - a PETNEWS - que objetivou divulgar as ações do Grupo no âmbito interno e externo da instituição. Por fim, foi realizada a segunda edição do Ciclo de Debates Socioambientais, evento que abordou o tema “produção de alimentos no contexto do espaço urbano”. Todas as ações obtiveram êxito, abrangendo a quantidade prevista de público e gerando discussões que apontaram para a perspectiva de continuação dos projetos, assim como para a promoção de outras ações que visem a construção da cidadania ambiental.
Impact of inorganic fertilizer doses on growth, yield, physical and chemical components of broccoli plants
Authors: Nyan Tahir Mohammed  , Hawar Sleman Halshoy  , Naz Fayaq Saed  , Heshw Wafa Rashid Ali  , Nask Ibrahim Mohammed  , Sawsan Mohammed Ali
Published: December 2024

Due to its high nutritional value and secondary metabolites, broccoli is one of the most significant vegetable crops globally. Thus, a greenhouse experiment was conducted to determine how the application of inorganic fertilizer impacts the plant growth and internal quality of broccoli plants. NPK fertilizer was applied at different levels (0, 300, 500, and 700 kg ha-1) three times at 14-day intervals after 21 days of transplanting. Results showed that 700 kg ha-1 NPK significantly improved some morphological characteristics, yield components, and total polyphenolic content (TPC) (93.89 μg GAE g-1 FW). 500 kg ha-1 provided the best value for leaf chlorophyll intensity (82.96 SPAD), TSS (11.57 ˚Brix), ascorbic acid (107.33 mg 100g-1 FW), and the highest rate of nitrate accumulation (502.33 ppm). Moreover, 300 kg ha-1 NPK produced the maximum results for leaf dry matter (20.27%), lateral head weight (354.33 g), zinc (551.58 ppm), manganese (11.29 ppm), and iron (41.17 ppm). Conversely, the control plants recorded the minimum results in this study except for total antioxidant activity (TAA) (70.50%) and copper (7.05 ppm). The results of this research could assist growers in determining the optimal amounts of NPK application for their broccoli plants or other crops while maintaining quality in greenhouses
Contamination of stored crop grains with Aspergillus niger fungi and production of the toxin Ochratoxin A and its negative impact when used as a feed for fish in Iraq
Authors: Hussein Kamel Ghafouri  , Yasir Naser Alhamiri
Published: December 2024

The study investigated the contamination of stored crop grains used as fish feed in Iraq by fungi capable of producing Ochratoxin A (OTA) and assessed its impact on fish farming and health. A survey revealed that all tested grain samples were contaminated with various fungi, with Aspergillus niger being the most prevalent. Among 1,400 isolates of A. niger, nine were confirmed to produce OTA at varying levels. The highest OTA concentration (80.90 µg/kg) was recorded for isolate ANK1, while the lowest (35.9 µg/kg) was found in isolate ANA1. Molecular and morphological diagnoses of the toxin-producing isolates were consistent, and their genomic sequences were archived in the NCBI database under accession codes OR452868.1 and OR449322.1. Chromatographic analysis detected OTA contamination in five out of nine samples, with the highest contamination level (6.90 µg/kg) found in sample K1F. Contamination impacted fish growth and health, increasing mortality rates to 10.8% compared to 3.5% in the control. Weight loss percentages ranged from 13.7% to 27.2% over 60 to 180 days. Blood analysis showed decreased WBC, RBC, HGB, MCHC, and PLT levels, while HCT levels significantly increased. The findings underscore the risks posed by OTA contamination to fish farming and emphasize the need for improved feed safety measures.
Eﬀect of starvation and crowding on some physiological parameters of young common carp (Cyprinus carpio L. )
Authors: Shaima Saleh Mahmood
Published: December 2024

Fish frequently undergo stress during aquaculture or experimental operations, which can change any physiological parameter and have an impact on the success of rearing the fish or the outcomes of the research.The purpose of this study was to investigate how different stressors affected some physiological parameters of common carp (Cyprinus carpio L.). A total of 162 common carp with body weights ranging from 60.4 to 62.8 g which were evenly distributed in plastic aquaria were subjected to three stressor factors: crowding, starvation, and a combination of starvation and crowding for durations of 24, 72, and 144 hours. Cortisol levels were 167.55, 183.8, 212.8 nmol/L, and 222.65 nmol/L, respectively, for control, crowding, starvation and (crowding+starvation). Unlike haematocrit, which was consistently lower in starved fish, hemoglobin content did not appear to be influenced by starvation. Stressors such as starvation, crowding, and their combination had a substantial influence on typical automotive physiological measures such as cortisol level, blood glucose and hematocrit.
Ecological Disturbances and Adaptation of Mangroves in High-Disturbance Urban Areas of Navi Mumbai in India
Authors: Patil Sauvit S. , Kerkar Adhishree , Kanhere Chinmayee
Published: December 2024

Mangroves are coastal ecosystems characterized by salt-tolerant intertidal forest structures that serve as vital buffer zones between the coastal waters and human habitats. They expose an evolutionary course spanning around 60 million years, leading to the emergence of tailored adaptations like salt-excreting glands and prop roots. Despite widespread acknowledgment of their value, mangroves are swiftly declining due to coastal development and climate change. Rapid urbanization has increased anthropogenic pressures on these ecosystems, yet comprehensive assessments of their resilience in highly disturbed environments remain limited. This study looks at the ecological health of mangrove populations across three sites in Navi Mumbai, areas facing high urban and industrial growth. The analysis revealed elevated Zn (-0.88, p < 0.001), Cu (-0.73, p < 0.01), Pb (-0.70, p < 0.05), and Mn (-0.76, p < 0.01) correlating with reduced plant height, alongside consistently acidic water pH (mean = 5.93) and high salinity (range: 35–40 PSU). These conditions amplify metal mobility and toxicity, disrupting pneumatophore function, and lowering DO (mean = 3.8 mg/L), reflecting ecological degradation. Despite these stressors, mangrove populations exhibited decent growth traits, demonstrating a capacity for urban adaptation. Regulations of industrial discharge to reduce heavy metal specifically zinc contamination, coupled with targeted restoration efforts focusing on enhancing mangrove density and structural integrity, are essential to sustain these ecosystems.
An Appraisal of the Correlation between Cloud Computing Adoption and Science Teachers' Effectiveness in Nigerian Secondary Schools
Authors: Udam Michael Udey , Mohammed Lubna Ali
Published: December 2024

Over the years, education managers all over the world have been interested in investigating the relationship between the use of technology and its impact on teaching and learning. This study explores the relationship between cloud resource usage and teacher effectiveness among secondary school science teachers in Cross River state of Nigeria. The objectives include examining the extent of cloud resource usage, evaluating teachers' perceived effectiveness and identifying any correlation among these factors within the Calabar Education Zone. Using a quantitative, survey-based approach, data was collected from 150 teachers to measure the sample’s variable through a structured questionnaire and analyzed using frequency tables, mean standard deviation and Pearson’s correlation coefficient. The study found that there was moderate cloud resource usage and a strong correlation between cloud resource usage and teacher effectiveness. It was recommended that teachers should be adequately trained, and government should enhance the availability of cloud resources.
Implementation of Digital Educational Technology: Issues for Managerial Consideration in Nigeria's Public Sector
Authors: Okwong Esang, Bassey , B. Vivekanandam
Published: December 2024

This work investigatedIntegrating Artificial Intelligence with Cloud-Based Records Management Opportunities and Challenges in Nigeria's Public Sector in Akwa Ibom State. Four research questions and four hypotheses guided the study. The descriptive survey design was adopted. Data was collected from respondents in three public sector departments in Akwa Ibom State. The population of the study comprised 950 employees in these three departments. A sample size of 280 respondents was determined using Slovin’s formula with a 5% margin of error. A 32-item questionnaire titled Integrating Artificial Intelligence with Cloud-Based Records Management was developed by the researcher and administered to the staff in the sample of the population. Descriptive statistics were used to analyse and describe the data. Inferential statistics were also used to investigate the relationships between the independent and dependent variables and to test hypothesised relationships. The findings revealed that the level of implementation of cloud-based systems is low to medium, and the lack of appropriate supporting IT resources is the most significant barrier to AI implementation. However, results showed that respondents held positive perceptions towards AI implementation and noted vast possibilities for enhancing productivity and decision-making in records management. Some of the potential difficulties are the shortage of qualified human capital, high costs related to implementation, and the possible resistance of the staff to change. Thus, the study concludesand recommends that despite the awareness of the multiple opportunities offered by AI applications in PRM, major infrastructural and skill-based barriers must be overcome.
Service Quality and Trust on Customer Satisfaction
Authors: Ahmad Alfina Damayanti S , Akbar Mohammad Aldrin , Lina Ros
Published: December 2024

Purpose: This study aims to determine the relationship between service quality and trust in customer satisfaction of Livin Mandiri users in Jayapura City.
Research Design and Methodology: This research methodology uses a quantitative approach. Customers were distributed questionnaires, and the collected data was analyzed using statistical techniques.
Findings and Discussion: The research findings show that the main components of service quality—reliability, responsiveness, assurance, empathy, and physical evidence—and elements of trust, such as honesty, credibility, and reliability, significantly affect customer satisfaction. Good service quality creates a solid basis for building confidence, while high trust strengthens customers' perceptions of service quality.
Implications: This study's practical implications are that digital banking companies must holistically integrate service quality improvement and trust-building strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty. This research contributes to science by offering a comprehensive framework for analyzing customer satisfaction and demonstrating originality in ana integrated service quality and trust approach.
Machine Learning for Intrusion Detection in Cloud Environments: A Comparative Study
Authors: Ahmed Qazi Omair
Published: December 2024

The rapid growth of cloud computing has led to an increased demand for security mechanisms to safeguard sensitive data and resources from cyber threats. Intrusion detection systems (IDS) play a crucial role in identifying unauthorized access or malicious activities within cloud environments. This paper presents a comparative study of machine learning (ML) techniques used in intrusion detection for cloud computing platforms. Various ML algorithms, including decision trees, support vector machines, k-nearest neighbors, and neural networks, are evaluated based on their performance in detecting different types of attacks. The study assesses the accuracy, efficiency, and scalability of these techniques in cloud environments, highlighting their strengths and limitations. The findings provide valuable insights into the selection of appropriate machine learning models for effective intrusion detection in dynamic and scalable cloud systems.
Intervention Agencies and Rural Electrification in Akwa Ibom State: A Case of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC)
Authors:   Department of Political Science & Public Administration, University of Uyo, Nigeria, Etuk U. D.
Published: December 2024

This article evaluated the performance of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), an intervention agency designed to implement infrastructure development projects in the Niger Delta area, with a focus on the impact of the Commission’s rural electrification intervention programs on the socio-economic circumstances of rural communities in Akwa Ibom State, more than two decades after it was created. The Stakeholders Theory of Freeman, which emphasises the need to maximise the interest of all parties involved, especially the beneficiaries, was used to explain this activity. Both primary and secondary sources were employed to gather pertinent data. The findings demonstrated that the NDDC has not been able to considerably enhance the socio-economic status of rural inhabitants via its assistance in implementing rural power projects in rural areas. Given these findings, it was recommended, among other things, that the NDDC update the present management and administrative structure to include fresh ideas into the management and operation of the Commission’s activities.
A pusztásodás az Árpád-korban
Authors: Takács Miklós
Published: December 2024

A régészeti leletanyag, illetve szakirodalom rövid ismertetését érdemes egy nemzetközi kitekintéssel bevezetni. Egy ilyen rövid kitérőre annak okán is szükség van, hogy szemléltessük: a pusztásodás a középkorban nemcsak a korabeli Magyar Királyságra volt jellemző, hanem Európa más országaira is.
A bajviadal helye
Authors: Maczák Ibolya
Published: December 2024

Írásomban a régi magyarországi prédikációk pusztasággal kapcsolatos alakzatait vizsgálom motívumtörténeti megközelítésben. A témakört ezért elsősorban a műfaj ismeretében az egyes prédikációkhoz kapcsolódó bibliai textusokhoz révén célszerű feldolgozni — a következőkben ismertetendő két, egymással szorosan összefüggő okból.