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Health and Environmental Impact of Xenobiotics in Water Quality Evaluation: A Review
Authors: Suleiman, U. F.  , Ibrahim, S.
Published: August 2024

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This review presents a comprehensive categorization and impact analysis of xenobiotics on humans, animals, and the environment, providing a novel synthesis of current knowledge in this field.
It details the diverse sources of xenobiotics, such as microplastics and pesticides, and their pervasive presence in various environmental compartments, highlighting the significant issue of surface runoff contributing to pesticide residue in surface waters.
Additionally, the review innovatively integrates a discussion on advanced detection and removal techniques, including cutting-edge chromatographic methods and bioremediation strategies, offering a holistic approach to understanding and managing xenobiotic pollutants.

Full Abstract
Xenobiotics are compounds or chemicals to which an organism is exposed, usually in large concentrations that are inessential to the regular pattern of metabolism of that organism.  This review emphasised the categorization and impact of xenobiotics on people, animals, and the environment.  It also gave a general overview of the process of discharging and detecting xenobiotics and their potential environmental fates.  A chart of xenobiotic categories was also provided, including industrial products, insecticides, pharmaceuticals, personal care items, and radioactive waste.  Microplastics and pesticides were discussed as xenobiotic chemicals commonly found in freshwater bodies; similarly, the impact of creating substances such as personal care products, medicinal chemicals, and insecticides through technology was discussed as the source of xenobiotics.  Additionally, a thorough description of how pesticide pollution affects common environmental compartments such as soils, streambed sediment, groundwater, and surface water is provided since surface runoff accounts for more than 10% of pesticide residue in surface rivers.  Effective techniques, including Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR), High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Ultra-Performance Liquid Chromatography (UPLC), Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry GC/MS, and Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS) along with diverse chromatographic techniques were also discussed as techniques for the analysis of xenobiotics.  These techniques are often paired with state-of-the-art detection techniques like high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS).  Highlighted as well were techniques for the removal of xenobiotics using membrane processes, improved oxidation processes, engineered wetlands, photocatalytic degradation, biotransformation, bioremediation, photo-remediation, adsorption, and bioremediation to decrease the side effects.
Molecular Docking of Phytocompounds from Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract as Promising Inhibitory Agents against Candida Albicans’s Glucosamine-6-Phosphate Synthase
Authors: Aliyu Shafiu , Magaji Abdulkadir Magashi , Yusha’u Muhammed , Aliyu Aminu , Gambo Saifullahi , Kabiru Abubakar , Sani Sanusi
Published: August 2024

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This study identifies and assesses the active phytochemical components of Mentha piperita (peppermint) leaf extract that inhibit the glucosamine-6-phosphate synthase activity of Candida albicans.
Utilizing advanced techniques such as HPLC-DAD and Bioautography Agar Overlay, the research successfully isolated bioactive compounds including rutin, chlorogenic acid, neohesperidin, rosmarinic acid, and eriodictyol.
The identification of these specific compounds and their inhibitory effects on a key enzyme in Candida albicans underscores the potential of Mentha piperita as a source of novel antifungal agents.

Full Abstract
The Mentha piperita plant, also known as peppermint, is a perennial aromatic herb grown throughout most of the world and has long been utilized in traditional medicine.  It is a member of the Lamiaceae family.  This study aimed to assess and determine the active phytochemical components of Mentha piperita leaf extract that inhibit the glucosamine-6-phosphate synthase activity of Candida albicans.  The plant materials were collected from Janyau, Gada Biyu area along Sokoto Road, Gusau, Zamfara state, Nigeria, and identified at the herbarium section of the Biological science Department, Federal University Gusau.  The plant leaf was extracted using the soxhlet method and analyses the phytochemical constituents' presence.  To identify the bioactive compounds in the extracts of Mentha piperita, thin layer chromatography (TLC) was used on glass slides coated with silica gel (0.2mm Kiesel-gel 60 F254, Merck).  The resulting fraction was then analyzed using HPLC-DAD analysis and the Bioautography Agar Overlay Technique.  Phytochemical analysis results showed the presence of flavonoids, glycosides, phenol, tannins, saponins, and alkaloids as secondary metabolites.  Thin layer chromatography (TLC) separation of aqueous extracts provided one compound with an Rf value of 0.52, while methanol and n-hexane extract showed two compounds, each with Rf values of 0.79 and 0.74, 0.72 and 0.70.  As bioautography shows, the most bioactive component among the five components is M1. In conclusion, the bioactive constituents identified by high-performance liquid chromatography are rutin, Chlorogenic acid, Neohesperidin, Rosmarinic acid, and Eriodictyol.
Prevalence of Candidemia among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinic, Muhammad Abdullahi Wase Teaching Hospital, Kano-Nigeria
Authors: Sule, H.  , Ibrahim, K. A.  , Muhammad, M.
Published: August 2024

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This study presents insights into the burden of candidemia among pregnant women by phenotypically identifying Candida species from blood samples and establishing a significant link between trimester and infection rates.
The research reveals a 10.4% overall prevalence, with Candida albicans being the most prevalent species, and highlights the highest infection rate occurring in the third trimester, statistically confirmed by a chi-square test (p = 0.00001).
These findings underscore the necessity for routine screening of candidemia in pregnant women, particularly in the third trimester, to manage and mitigate potential complications effectively.

Full Abstract
As opportunistic pathogens, Candida species initiate infection from any susceptible part of the body. Common diseases caused by these species include oral thrush, oropharyngeal Candidiasis, and vulvovaginal Candidiasis (especially during pregnancy). The pathogens disseminate from particular sources to the bloodstream, causing candidemia. The study aimed to determine the burden of candidemia among pregnant women in the study area by collecting 269 blood samples and analyzing them through Gram staining, germ tube tests, and culture-based techniques to phenotypically identify the different Candida species. The results showed an overall prevalence of 10.4%. Candida albicans was the most isolated species (46.43% prevalence), followed by C. krusei (25.0%), C. glabrata (21.43%), and Candida tropicalis (7.14%). Of the participants recruited, 32.0% were in the first trimester, 29.0% were in the second trimester, and 39.0% were found to be in their third trimester. Infections in the third trimester were higher than in the first and second trimesters (50% and 25%, respectively), and statistically, the trimester is linked to the infection when compared using the chi-square test (p = 0.00001). The prevalence of candidemia, based on age range, showed that those between the age group of 20-29 years had a higher number of positive cases (54.0%), while the age bracket less than 20 (<20) years of age had the least 14.0%). Therefore, It can be concluded that candidemia in pregnancy is a common feature, with a significant proportion found in the third trimester as in the study area. Based on the findings, screening for candidemia in pregnancy is recommended to better manage possible cases and reduce the chances of complications.
Qualitative Microbiological Assessment of Ready-to-Eat Fruits Sold in Selected Areas of Kaduna Metropolis
Authors: Shitu, S.  , Musa, M. O.  , Ayis, E. F.  , Anyakudo, M. M. C.
Published: August 2024

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This study assesses the microbiological quality of ready-to-eat pineapple and watermelon fruits sold in Kaduna Metropolis by systematically assessing bacterial and fungal contamination levels across multiple locations.
The research identified a range of bacterial isolates, including Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus spp., Lactobacillus spp., and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, as well as fungal isolates such as Aspergillus niger, Fusarium solani, Penicillium sp., and Mucor sp.
The findings highlight significant variations in contamination levels, emphasizing the need for improved hygienic and safe packaging practices among vendors to mitigate public health risks.

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This study assessed the microbiological quality of ready-to-eat pineapple and watermelon fruits sold in selected areas of Kaduna Metropolis. A total of 30 samples (15 each) of ready-to-eat pineapple and watermelon fruits were purchased in a randomized manner from three distinct locations, namely Tudun Wada, Ungwan Muazu, and Ungwan Sarki in Kaduna Metropolis. The samples were carefully collected to prevent contaminations and were placed in sterile polythene bags. The preparation and microbiological analysis of all samples were conducted using established microbiological protocols. The pineapple sample obtained from the Tudun Wada region exhibited the highest bacterial mean count, measuring 8.76 x 104, while the watermelon sample from Ungwan Sarki exhibited the lowest bacterial mean count, measuring 5.72 x 104. The bacterial isolates identified in this study included Staphylococcus aureus, various species of Bacillus, Lactobacillus, and Pseudomonas, while the fungal isolates identified included Aspergillus niger, Fusarium solani, Penicillium sp., and Mucor sp. Staphylococcus aureus was the most prevalent bacterium in both samples, accounting for 8 occurrences (26.6%) in pineapple and 7 occurrences (23.3%) in watermelon. Bacillus species were also present, with 4 instances (13.3%) in pineapple and 5 instances (16.6%) in watermelon. Lactobacillus was found in 2 pineapple samples (6.6% of total) and 3 watermelon samples (10% of total). Pseudomonas aeruginosa was minimally detected in only 1 pineapple sample (3.3%). No detection of Pseudomonas aeruginosa was observed in watermelon. These findings suggest that fresh-cut fruits (enclosed in plastic containers or nylon) sold in T/wada, U/muazu, and U/sarki areas of Kaduna metropolis exhibit substandard microbiological quality, posing potential risks to public health. Therefore, it is crucial to improve the hygienic and safe packaging practices employed by these vendors to mitigate possible adverse health consequences.
The Comorbidity of HIV and Diabetes among HIV Patients Attending Katsina General Hospital, Katsina State, Nigeria
Authors: Martin Osibemhe , Ya’u Salahuddeen
Published: August 2024

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This study focuses on the prevalence of diabetes among HIV patients specifically attending the antiretroviral therapy (ART) center of Katsina General Hospital, providing localized insights previously unreported.
Unlike broader studies, this research uniquely highlights the inadequacies in diabetes diagnosis within this specific ART center, emphasizing the need for more rigorous screening protocols.
Additionally, the study’s identification of specific factors such as older age, higher BMI, higher viral load, alcohol use, and duration on antiretroviral therapy as increasing the odds of diabetes offers targeted avenues for improving patient care and outcomes in similar clinical settings.

Full Abstract
Assessing the magnitude of diabetes, a disease that accounts for increasing morbidity and mortality among HIV patients, would help reduce financial losses incurred in treating the disease, considering that the disease is mostly reported when acute and chronic complications are about to begin.  This study was conducted to identify the prevalence of diabetes among patients attending the antiretroviral (ART) center of Katsina General Hospital.  The study aimed to identify the prevalence of diabetes among HIV patients to identify whether new cases are always recorded or otherwise in the study center.  Two hundred (200) HIV-infected adults (aged ≥ 18) who had been on antiretroviral therapy for at least six months in the hospital were recruited.  Participants’ demographics, HIV characteristics, the presence of diabetes via self-report, clinic folders, and measurement of their plasma fasting glucose and insulin levels on the day of the interview were evaluated.  The magnitude of diabetes comorbidity was 3%.  There was a weak positive relationship between fasting plasma glucose and alcohol (r=0.004), age (r=0.04), low-density lipoprotein (r=0.01), cholesterol (r=0.01), and viral load (r=0.032).  Therefore, these factors are associated with increased odds of having diabetes.  Thus, older age, higher BMI, higher viral load, alcohol, and duration on antiretroviral therapy increase the odds of having diabetes among HIV-positive adults.  A lower prevalence of diabetes in clinic folders was found, for instance, indicating inadequate diagnosis of the disease in the center.  Screening for the incidences of diabetes, addressing modifiable risk factors, and providing integrated care in the center would help improve the quality of life of comorbid patients.
Molecular Identification of Potent Chromium Reducing Bacteria Isolated from Hydrocarbon-Contaminated Soil within Sokoto Metropolis
Authors: Gusau Aminu Muhammad , Rabah Abdullahi Bako , Fardami Aminu Yusuf , Magami Ibrahim Muhammad
Published: August 2024

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This study investigates chromium reduction potential of bacteria isolated from hydrocarbon-contaminated soils in the Sokoto metropolis, a specific environment previously underexplored in this context.
It uniquely identifies Brucella intermedia and Bacillus sp. as potent chromium-tolerant isolates with significant reduction efficiencies, providing new insights into the bioremediation capabilities of these strains.
Additionally, the research demonstrates a high chromium removal efficacy at various concentrations, highlighting the potential application of these isolates for effective bioremediation of chromium-polluted soils and water bodies.

Full Abstract
Hydrocarbon-contaminated soils are recognised as reservoirs for heavy metal-utilizing bacteria due to the phenomenon of co-selection.  These bacteria can have a potential in the biosorption of chromium heavy metal.  This research aimed to screen the chromium reduction potential of bacteria isolated from hydrocarbon-contaminated soils.  The soil samples used in this study were collected from hydrocarbon-affected sites in the Sokoto metropolis; additionally, a control sample was collected from non-polluted soil.  Bacteria were isolated using standard protocols.  Variable amounts of chromium were prepared using potassium monochromate (K2CrO4) and then incorporated into a nutrient broth medium.  The most potent, molecularly-identified hydrocarbonoclastic bacteria were screened for chromium tolerance, and the percentage reduction in chromium content was also measured.  Mean colony counts from the hydrocarbon-contaminated soil ranged from1.00×106 to 1.30×106 CFU/g while the control soil had 2.30×105 CFU/g.  From the 14 strains, two, molecularly identified using NCBI BLAST as Brucellaintermedia and Bacillus sp., were shown to be the most potent chromium tolerant isolates. B. intermedia reduced Cr from an initial value of 350 mg/L to 198 mg/L within 72 hours (44 % removal efficiency).  At the lowest concentration used in this study (50 mg/L), a removal efficacy of 96% was achieved. Bacillus sp. recorded the highest chromium reduction compared to Brucellaintermedia at the tested concentrations (50, 150, 250, and 350 mg/L).  A 100% reduction in Cr was obtained at the 50 mg/L concentration.  This study demonstrated that Bacillus sp. and Brucellaintermedia are particularly effective at reducing chromium from chromium metal solutions of different concentrations.  These isolates can be used for bioremediation of chromium-polluted soils or water bodies.
Plasmid Curing of Bacteria Isolated from Upper Respiratory Tract Infections among Patients Attending Specialist Hospital Sokoto
Authors: Saifullahi Gambo , Lawal Yazeed , Abdulrahman Habibu , Aliyu Aminu , Ibrahim Aliyu Ladan , Lawal Asiya Sambo , Yusuf Zaidu , Usman Mansur , Salim A Charanchi , Aliyu Shafiu
Published: August 2024

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This study focuses on curing plasmid-mediated antibiotic resistance in bacteria associated with upper respiratory tract infections in patients at Specialist Hospital Sokoto, an area previously underexplored in this context.
It uniquely demonstrates the successful reversal of antibiotic resistance in Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa through plasmid curing experiments, highlighting the significant role of plasmids in resistance mechanisms.
Additionally, the study underscores the potential for plasmid-mediated resistance to be transferred among bacterial populations, presenting a critical concern for antimicrobial resistance management in the region.

Full Abstract
Presences of resistant plasmids (R-plasmids) in microorganisms make the cells avert the effect of antibiotics and complicates chemotherapy of infections.  This study aimed to cure the plasmid of antibiotic-resistant bacteria associated with upper respiratory tract infections among patients attending Specialist Hospital Sokoto by reassessing their susceptibility to antibiotics that were previously resistant.  One hundred (100) throat swab samples were collected and analysed.  The isolates were isolated and identified using standard methods (Gram staining, biochemical and serological tests).  The susceptibility of the isolates to various beta-lactam antibiotics was evaluated, and resistant bacteria were subjected to plasmid curing experiments followed by further susceptibility testing to reassess their susceptibility to the erstwhile resistance.  Bacteria isolated were Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, with the frequency of occurrence of 20 (57.2%), 9 (25.7%), and 6 (17.1%), respectively.  The result of antibiotic susceptibility tests before plasmid curing showed that Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa resisted Cloxacilline, Cefuroxime, Cloxacillin and Augmentin.  Susceptibility results after curing showed that almost all bacteria have reverted to sensitivity to all antibiotics except Cloxacillin and Augmentin.  This research implies that the resistance possessed by the bacterial isolates is plasmid-mediated and may easily be transferred to other non-resistant bacteria, which may lead to an alarming rate of antimicrobial resistance in the study area.
OSMANLI NÜFUS DEFTERLERİNİN AİLE TARİHİNE KATKILARI: MAZGİRT, SAĞMAN VE PERTEK MÜSLİM NÜFUS DEFTERİ ÖRNEĞİ (1834)
Authors: Taş Kibar
Published: August 2024

Osmanlıda modern anlamda ilk nüfus sayımı 1831’de yapılmıştır. Bu sayımlarda, her ne kadar geçmişe nazaran nüfus hakkında daha ayrıntılı bilgiler verilse de daha önceleri yaptırılan tahrirlerde olduğu gibi, sadece imparatorluktaki erkek nüfus ortaya konulmuştur. Buna rağmen, geçmiş asırlarda yapılan bu sayımlar, bugün yaşayan insanların kendi aile tarihlerini araştırmaları açısından oldukça önemli veriler barındırmaktadır. Bugüne kadar çok sayıda tahrir ve nüfus defteri incelenerek literatüre kazandırıldı. Bu çalışmada da 2652 nolu nüfus defterinin analizi yapıldı. Defterde Mazgirt, Sağman ve Pertek kasabalarının merkez ve köylerine ait sayımlar bulunmaktadır. Bu verilerden hareketle, kasaba ve köylerin isimleri, buralarda yaşayan nüfusun sayısal toplamı ve nüfusun yapısı hakkında çeşitli bilgiler elde edilmiştir. Kişilerin meslekleri, evlatlık olup olmadıkları, gurbette ya da askerde bulunup bulunmadıkları, hangi aşirete/ocağa mensup oldukları bu verilerdendir. Sonuçta bu veriler ile bugün Tunceli sınırları içinde yer alan bu yörelerin, 1834’teki nüfus yapıları hakkında fikir sahibi olunabilecektir. Amaç, ataları o yörelerde yaşamış olan bugünkü nesle bir nebze de olsa bilgi vermektir.
Managerial Irrationality and Dividend Policy of Non-Financial Firms in Nigeria
Authors: ISIBOR Evbaziegbere , OBAYAGBONA Joel
Published: August 2024

The study examined the effect of managerial irrationality (Hubris Hypothesis) on dividend policy of 27 non-financial firms listed on the Nigerian stock exchange for the period 2011 to 2022. The specific objectives were to ascertain whether managerial overconfidence, chairman-CEO duality, ownership concentration, firm growth, leverage, total assets and profit after tax significantly affect firms’ dividend policy. To this end, the panel data analysis econometric technique was employed for analysis of data, and the results obtained revealed that while managerial overconfidence has significant positive effect on dividend policy, profit after tax has a significant negative impact on dividend policy. The other hypothesized variables such as chairman-CEO duality, ownership concentration, firm growth, leverage and total assets do not have any significant relationship with dividend policy of firms in Nigeria. The study recommends among others that, board of directors intending to grow their firms should endeavour to recruit managers who do not have such behavioural trait/biases. Also, a higher proportion of independent directors should be engaged on the board in order to mitigate the effect of managerial overconfidence and dominance and reduces the probability of the firms not to pay dividend.
Course-Based Customized Instructional Video in Earth Science
Authors: Rosel Marvin E. , Agquiz Gemmalyn L. , Celon Julia Mhae B. , Salazar Maria Lourdes C.
Published: August 2024

The study developed an instructional video in Earth Science for BSEd major in Sciences students of Batangas State University ARASOF-Nasugbu. Specifically, the study determines the respondents’ perceptions towards the use of instructional video in the acquisition of learning in Earth Science in terms of content, usefulness, relevance, design, and audio and video quality. The study also determines the impact of instructional video to faculty members and students. The description of the course-based customized instructional video in Earth Science is also highlighted in this study. It employed the use of descriptive method of research for the collection of data using survey questionnaire as the main data gathering instrument. The respondents of this study composed of three (3) faculty members and 82 students from second year to fourth year from BSEd major in Sciences. Spearman rho correlation was used to determine the relationship between the evaluation of the respondents on the course-based customized instructional video in Earth Science. The findings revealed that there is a high positive correlation between the evaluation of the respondents as to the impact of the course-based customized instructional video in Earth Science. Some recommendations are also endorsed for enhancing the content, usefulness, relevance, video lesson design, and audio and video quality of the course-based customized instructional video in Earth Science.
An Insights of Tourist Motivation and Implications for Tourism Marketing Plan
Authors: Ngoc Ho Nhu , Anh Le Thi Ngoc
Published: August 2024

The insight on tourist motivation provides a psychological perspective on tourist behaviour which is useful for building a successful tourism marketing plan in any tourist organization. This paper aims to address an implication of push and pull motivations in tourism marketing plan. A qualitative approach with a systematic review was used to analyse and synthesize the secondary data from scientific database to provide insight of push and pull motivations. The implications for tourism marketing plan were addressed based on the psychological value of tourist motivations according to the steps of Marketing Mix 4Ps. The study contributes to the body literature of tourist motivation especially push and pull motivations. Besides, the implications for tourism marketing plan are useful for tourism stakeholders in creating and building their marketing plan. It is important to promote their destination and attract more tourists.
Identification and Evaluation of Sustainable Factors in Urban Construction Project Management Using SWOT Technique
Authors: Amani Nima , Naeij Mahsima
Published: August 2024

This study aims to create a management framework for identifying and evaluating sustainable factors in construction project management through strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats analysis, focusing on the Rasht urban. The research method in this study includes the four steps. Step 1: Identifying internal and external sustainable factors using the Delphi technique; Step 2: Designing an analytic hierarchy process and calculating the weights of internal and external factors using SPSS 26 software; Step 3: Creating the internal factor and external factor evaluation and determining the final weights; Step 4: Model design and the analysis of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Quantitative strategic planning matrix analysis has been used to prioritize and identify the attractiveness of each of the designed strategies. By forming a quantitative strategic planning matrix, the existing twelve strategies have been prioritized. Based on the quantitative strategic planning matrix analysis, the priority of strategy selection includes: 1) The scenario of the construction of resistant infrastructure and creating the necessary regulations to strengthen and support construction projects with a score of 1.94 was ranked first. 2) The scenario of applying creativity and human resources experience to increase the productivity of construction projects with a score of 1.90 was ranked second. 3) The scenario of human resource training in order to enhance the expertise in the construction management complex with a score of 1.89 was ranked third. In this study, sustainable factors have been evaluated very accurately through quantitative strategic planning matrix, which has not been done more research so far. The study recommends implementing strength-opportunities (SO) strategies to improve construction projects in the Rasht urban area.
 
Received: 18 October 2023 | Revised: 14 March 2024 | Accepted: 12 July 2024
 
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
Data available on request from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.
 
Author Contribution Statement
Nima Amani: Conceptualization, Methodology, Validation, Formal analysis, Investigation, Resources, Writing - review & editing, Visualization, Supervision, Project administration. Mahsima Naeij: Software, Formal analysis, Resources, Data curation, Writing - original draft.
ASPECTOS DA ECONOMIA DO CRIME EM UNIDADES PRISIONAIS DA REGIÃO METROPOLITANA DE SÃO PAULO: ELEMENTOS TEÓRICOS E EVIDÊNCIAS EMPÍRICAS/Aspects of the economics of crime in prisons in the metropolitan region of São Paulo: theoretical elements and empirical evidence
Authors: Assis Shikida Pery Francisco
Published: August 2024

O objetivo deste trabalho é apresentar e analisar os principais resultados da pesquisa de campo em dez unidades prisionais da região metropolitana de São Paulo, por meio da aplicação de questionários/entrevistas com 408 detentos que cometeram crimes econômicos. O referencial teórico utilizado foi a economia do crime. Como principais resultados, as travas morais (família-educação/escola-religião) que podem impedir a migração para o crime lucrativo estão fragilizadas entre os pesquisados. As principais motivações para a realização da atividade criminosa (ideia de ganho fácil, cobiça/ambição/ganância e indução de outras pessoas) coadunam com as motivações que a literatura correlata apresenta. Com os benefícios maiores do que os custos, sendo a renda média do crime de R$46.176,40 (12,8 vezes mais do que a renda do trabalho legal), o crime compensa! Políticas de Estado que estimulem mais oportunidade, emprego, trabalho e educação são formas apontadas pelos pesquisados para diminuir esses crimes. Quando foram mencionadas as punições/penas capazes de dissuadir o crime, destacou-se a premência de leis críveis.
ABSTRACT: The aim of this paper is to present and analyze the main results of field research conducted in ten prison units in the metropolitan region of São Paulo (Brazil), using questionnaires/interviews with 408 inmates who had committed economic crimes. The theoretical framework used was the economics of crime. As main findings, the moral barriers (family-education/school-religion) that could prevent migration to profitable crime are weakened among the respondents. The main motivations for engaging in criminal activity (the idea of easy gain, greed/ambition, and inducement by others) align with the motivations presented in related literature. With benefits outweighing costs, and the average income from crime being R$46,176.40 (12.8 times higher than legal employment income), crime pays off! State policies that promote more opportunities, employment, work, and education are pointed out by respondents as ways to reduce these crimes. When discussing the punishments/penalties that could deter crime, the urgency of tougher laws was emphasized.
САЛАЛЫҚ МАШИНА ЖАСАУДА КОМПОЗИТТІК МАТЕРИАЛДАРДЫ ҚОЛДАНУ ТУРАЛЫ МӘСЕЛЕСІ
Authors: Д. Ж. Басқанбаева  , Қ. К. Елемесов  , М. К. Мырзақұлов  , Е. Е. Сарыбаев  , Н. К. Аубакирова
Published: August 2024

Бұл мақалада машина жасау саласы үшін жаңа құрылымдық материалдардың физика-механикалық сипаттамаларын қамтамасыз ететін полимербетон мен фибробетонның ұтымды құрамдарын таңдау нәтижелері мен әдістері келтірілген. Осы зерттеулердің жаңалығы тау-кен металлургия кешеніне арналған жабдықтарды дайындау кезінде машина жасауда пайдалануға болатын жаңа композициялық материалды алудың техникалық мүмкіндігі мен экономикалық орындылығының дәлелі болып табылады. Қазіргі уақытта полимербетон және фибробетон сияқты композициялық материалдар әртүрлі салаларда кеңінен қолданылады. Зерттеулер үш фракциядан тұратын үзік-үзік гранулометриясы бар агрегатты пайдалану ұтымды екенін анықтады. Бұл жағдайда кішігірім фракциялар үлкен фракциялардағы бос орындарды толтырады, бұл полимербетонның тығыздығын және оның беріктігін арттырады. Бір-бірінен реті бойынша ерекшеленетін фракциялардың болуы орынды екендігі анықталды. Бұл полимербетон үшін, редукторлардың корпустарын жасау үшін қоспаның ұтымды құрамын ұсынуға мүмкіндік берді. Полимербетондардың сипаттамаларына негізгі факторлардың әсері зерттелді: араластырғыштың жұмыс органының айналу жиілігі, компоненттердің қозғалу уақыты және ЭД шайырының температурасы. Компоненттерді екі сатыда араластыру технологиясы жасалды, ол біртекті қоспаны және емдеуден кейін изотропты материалды алуды қамтамасыз етеді. Жүргізілген зерттеулер бұл материалдарды техникалық сипаттамалары бойынша машина жасауда корпус бөлшектері үшін пайдалану шойын және алюминий қорытпалары сияқты дәстүрлі материалдардан кем түспейтінін растады. Бұл олардың үнемді аналогтар ретіндегі рөлін растайды. Кілтті сөздер: композит материалдар, фибробетон, полимербетон, қоспалар, талшықтар, діріл столы.
Mengukur Peran Pembiayaan Bermasalah Bank Umum Syariah Dalam Upaya Meningkatkan Profitabilitasnya Di Situasi Pandemic Covid-19
Authors: Moegiri M , Hidayah Rini , Dwi Andayani Tutut , Yohani Yohani
Published: August 2024

This study aims to determine whether there is an effect of Musyarakah Financing, Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) and Financing to Deposit Ratio (FDR) on the Profitability of Islamic Commercial Banks after moderating the Financing to Deposit Ratio (FDR) sourced from www.ojk.go.id from 2020-2022 with a sample of 11 (eleven) Islamic commercial banks. The data management of this study used IBM SPPS 26 to test the hypothesis using the t test and MRA Analysis (Moderated Regression Analysis). The results of this study indicate that musyarakah financing has a negative effect on Return on Assets (ROA), while CAR and FDR have no effect on profitability (ROA) at Islamic Commercial Banks before being moderated. After the MRA analysis test was conducted, it was found that NPF was unable to moderate the effect of musyarakah financing on ROA, NPF was able to moderate the effect of CAR on ROA, and NPF was unable to moderate the effect of FDR on ROA. While the results of the simultaneous test state that musyarakah financing, CAR, FDR with or without NPF moderation jointly affect the profitability (ROA) of Islamic commercial banks.
 
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APPLICATIONS OF QUECHERS TECHNIQUE FOR DRUG EXTRACTION FROM POSTMORTEM SAMPLES IN A MEDICO LEGAL SETTING
Authors: Kachhawaha Akanksha Singh , Rajan Athulya , Anand Akhi , Johnson Abraham
Published: August 2024

QuEChERS, that stands for Quick, Easy, Cheap, Effective, Rugged, and Safe, is a sample preparation technique commonly used in analytical chemistry, forensic medicine and toxicology. This method is primarily employed for the extraction and cleanup of complex samples, such as biological tissues or fluids, to prepare them for analysis by techniques like chromatography and mass spectrometry. QuEChERS is particularly useful for the analysis of pesticides, drugs, and other contaminants. The QuEChERS technique is preferred for its simplicity, speed, and cost-effectiveness. It has recently found widespread use in various fields, especially in forensic medicine and toxicology, wherein the detection and analysis of complex matrices for drugs, poisons, or contaminants is essential for investigations and legal proceedings.
DEVELOPMENT OF LATENT FINGERPRINTS USING NON-CONVENTIONAL POWDER METHODS
Authors: Prasad Sreelakshmi , Soman Surya , Christal L Gloria Christal L
Published: August 2024

Fingerprints, a crucial form of evidence frequently encountered at crime scenes, exist in various forms: latent, patent, and plastic, with latent prints being the most common. The successful recovery of these prints relies on advanced fingerprint development methods, which have surpassed traditional techniques due to modern technological advancements. Investigative methods continue to evolve, significantly enhancing the efficiency of case resolution. A wide array of development techniques is available, with unconventional powder methods emerging as safe and effective approaches for fingerprint retrieval. The current study developed 30 fingerprint samples from five different non-porous surfaces using five distinct, readily accessible powders. This study focused on powders like talcum powder, turmeric powder, fullers earth powder, coffee powder, naphthalene balls powder and non-porous surfaces like steel, glass, ceramic, wood, and plastic to highlight the effectiveness of powder based techniques. The results were apparent, showing clear ridge formation enabling the identification of the collected fingerprints.
THE QUALITY OF LIFE (QOL) AMONG SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT – A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY IN A MEDICAL COLLEGE OF KOLKATA
Authors: Nath Provati , Das Abhishek , Das Sayeli Sayeli
Published: August 2024

Introduction- Sexual harassment and assault are arguably the most odious crimes done to the human body. Almost 25% of the female population experience sexual violence by an intimate partner, and up to one-third of girls before adulthood report their first sexual experience as being a forceful one. It directly degrades the quality of life (QOL) by hampering self-perception, self-realization, daily living and activities, and family and social life. Methodology- This study was conducted on the survivors of sexual assault attending the Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology for the medicolegal examination in Kolkata. Demographic parameters and WHOQOL_BREF were used for assessing the QOL in the survivors. Results- A total of 25 cases aged 19 to 58 years were included. Almost all the survivors showed poor scores in the components of physical health, psychological health, social relationships, and environment. Statistically significant correlation was present between all the domains except psychological health and social relationship domain, and psychological health and environment domain. Conclusion- Studies have proved the deleterious effects of sexual trauma in childhood or adult age on psychological and physical distress. Studies have proved already that female survivors of severe sexual trauma in childhood or adult age may experience psychological and physical distress in the long term.
SUBPERIOSTEAL HEMORRHAGE – AN ARTIFACT PRODUCED DUE TO AUTOPSY PROCEDURE IN A SERIES OF CASES
Authors: Nikam Jagruti J , Tatiya H S , Vaidya H V
Published: August 2024

Background: Postmortem artifacts are any changes caused or features introduced in a body after death that may lead to misinterpretation of findings. Forensic experts should have adequate knowledge about artifacts that are introduced/produced in the dead body due to the autopsy procedure. It is important to report and note down features that are added due to the first medicolegal autopsy and which can be misinterpreted during further observations or the second autopsy, leading to untoward complications. Case Presentations: We hereby report the phenomenon of post-autopsy production of subperiosteal hemorrhages, its probable causes, and likely ways to prevent the same. This is a case series, reporting pre and post-opening observations of calvaria in 05 cases, brought for medicolegal autopsy. In all 05 cases, subperiosteal hemorrhages were noted in the opened calvaria along postmortem fracture lines in dependent positions when a repeat examination was done after the completion of the autopsy just before the commencement of suturing.
DELAYED DEATH IN LONG SCARF SYNDROME - AN UNUSUAL PRESENTATION: A CASE REPORT
Authors: Kumari Mamta , Chawla Hitesh , Dixit Praveen , Sandeep Dara
Published: August 2024

Background: Death by strangulation is most commonly homicidal in manner. Accidental strangulation is rare. In only a handful of the documented cases, the survival rate has been notably low. This can be attributed to several factors. Hypoxia can lead to organ damage and failure if not promptly addressed. Additionally, injuries to vital structures such as the carotid arteries, can have catastrophic consequences, including severe bleeding or stroke. Fractures in the neck area can also pose significant risks, as they may damage the spinal cord or cause other critical injuries. Taken together, these factors contribute to the lethal nature of this condition, emphasizing the importance of swift medical intervention and specialized care to improve outcomes. Case Report: A 15-year-old female was brought for a medicolegal autopsy at a tertiary care institute in southern Haryana with a history of road traffic accident. As per the history, the deceased was wearing a long
SEXUAL DIMORPHISM OF MAXILLARY SINUS DIMENSIONSAND BIZYGOMATIC DISTANCE USING CT SCAN IN THE SOUTHINDIAN POPULATION
Authors: M Vaishnavi , Chaudhari Vinod Ashok , Adithan Subathra , Singh Jaiveer
Published: August 2024

Introduction: Identification of the body remains of an unknown person starts with the identification of the sex and then comes age estimation and further precise identifications. In some instances, like natural calamities, the typically used bones such as the skull and pelvic bones are often recovered in a fragmented or destroyed state, thus interfering with sex determination using them. These special situations demand denser bones like the maxillary sinus and the zygomatic bone to identify sex. This study aims to correlate sexual dimorphism with the maxillary sinus dimensions and the bizygomatic distance. The measurements were done using CT (Computed Tomography) scans of 92 males and 92 females retrieved from PACS (Picture archiving and communication system).
Journey Jive
Authors: Malu G  , Renjini LR  , Harikrishnan S R
Published: August 2024

With advances in technology, mobiles are becoming the next generation of computers. Developers are exploring the full potential of mobile technology. Pool' up is a mobile app that enhances existing software by using GPS to enable efficient and flexible carpooling. Carpooling allows people traveling to the same destination to share a vehicle, reducing fuel costs, traffic, pollution, and global warming. With the growing population, carpooling is essential to preserve our world. Many carpooling websites exist but often fail in practice due to a lack of flexibility and payment security. Previous carpooling apps had issues like constant driver tracking and passengers being unaware of driver status, along with security concerns. Carpooling is a web-based application that is portable and low-maintenance, involving multiple clients and a single server interacting via the internet. Users register and create an account, providing mandatory photo ID for security. The method includes opening a carpool schedule web page, submitting schedule changes, updating the page, and sending notifications to carpoolers. The system includes devices for loading the schedule, submitting changes, storing data, and sending notifications. To overcome previous system drawbacks, we proposed a new application focusing on security issues. We use a comment and rating system for passengers and drivers, helping others know about their travel companions. Our system includes modules for drivers, passengers, comments, ratings, and Google Maps
Orientalismo como configuração: aproximações outsiders entre Norbert Elias e Edward Said
Authors: Oliveira Anthony Nunes Rodrigues
Published: August 2024

Este artigo tem como proposta analisar as contribuições das ideias do sociólogo alemão Norbert Elias em “Os Estabelecidos e os Outsiders” através do seu conceito de ‘configuração’ e a estruturação do poder relacional na sociedade a partir dos Estudos de Comunidade. Além disto, pretende-se revisitar também a obra de Edward Said “Orientalismo: o oriente como construção do ocidente” e suas análises sobre o fenômeno do “orientalismo” como uma prática discursiva ideológica de produção de uma outridade pelas instituições do Ocidente. Por fim, pretendo traçar conexões entre ambas as obras, entendendo o orientalismo como um plano configuracional marcado por posições de poder estabelecidas-outsiders.
História oral e ferramentas digitais: novas possibilidades no trabalho com a oralidade
Authors: Victorasso Pedro Henrique , Oliveira Eduardo Romero de
Published: August 2024

O presente artigo tem por finalidade investigar o que avançou no debate sobre a história oral entre os anos 2000 e 2020 em produções acadêmicas (artigos) na base de dados Google Scholar relacionadas principalmente às questões metodológicas. Para tanto, entendemos que o uso de uma ferramenta de análise bibliométrica seria mais adequada para essa investigação, assim, optamos por realizar uma pesquisa a partir do software Harzing’s Publish ou Perish, um programa que recupera e analisa citações acadêmicas. Por fim, buscamos compreender o quanto o uso da ferramenta digital Nvivo pode impactar no trabalho com fontes orais e se esse uso pode trazer novas questões para a pesquisa da história oral. Nesse sentido, refletimos sobre as potencialidades no uso de novas tecnologias como uma possibilidade de avançarmos o debate sobre as narrativas sociais a partir do passado.
Delayed-onset infection by atypical pathogens 35 years post-frontalis sling surgery
Authors: Acar Eser Nazan , Şen Emine , Evren Ebru
Published: August 2024

Frontalis sling suspension (FSS) remains a venerable surgical intervention employed in the management of congenital eyelid ptosis, particularly in cases of compromised levator function. Despite its prevalence, the array of complications associated with this procedure is well-explored and meticulously documented. In this report, we delineate the intriguing case of a 57-year-old male patient who underwent FSS three and a half decades prior, only to manifest recurrent preseptal abscess formation at the silicone rod (SR) site a staggering 35 years post-surgery. This instance stands out not only for the unprecedented delay of abscess onset after FSS but also for the novelty of the microbial strains isolated from this anatomical location, previously unexplored in the medical literature.
Ectopic pregnancy with unicornuat uterus and renal agenesis
Authors: Dağlaroğlu Merve , Mert Abdurrahman , Akdemir Erman
Published: August 2024

Müllerian anomaly is a common congenital developmental disorder in women. Ectopic pregnancy is also one of the gynecological emergencies observed in women of reproductive age. The co-occurrence of these two conditions is quite rare. Among Müllerian anomalies, the unicornuate uterus is often difficult to diagnose due to its generally asymptomatic nature. Women with a unicornuate uterus have fertility levels similar to those in the general population. Developmental defects can be observed together due to the relationship between Müllerian development and mesonephric ducts. This case aims to highlight Müllerian anomaly and renal agenesis observed in conjunction with ectopic pregnancy.
Peranan Hospitality di TS Suite and Leisure Hotel Seminyak Bali untuk Mencapai Review Positif
Authors: Putra Ida Bagus Nyoman Bala , Sari Luh Kompyang
Published: August 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh hospitality dan faktor penunjang hotel sehingga tamu sangat berminat menginap di hotel TS Suites Bali untuk menulis komentar positive di Trip Advisor dan mampu meningkatkan occuancy hotel.
Industri jasa perhotelan memegang peranan penting di seluruh dunia termasuk Indonesia dan Bali khususnya. Jasa perhotelan akan diminati oleh costumers dengan memperhatikan bukan saja faktor fisik dan bintang hotel tersebut tetapi menekankan kepada kualitas keramahtamahan dari Sumber Daya Manusia di hotel tersebut. Hospitality yang disuguhkan dengan faktor-faktor penunjang lainnya kepada tamu-tamu tidak dipungkiri merupakan kunci sukses meningkatkan ulasan dari tamu-tamu yang menginap dan tingkat hunian hotel menjadi lebih stabil. Salah satu hotel dengan hospitality bagus dengan konsep leisure adalah TS Suite Hotel and Leisure di Jalan Legian 18 Denpasar Bali