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Navigating the Aftermath: The Complex Landscape of COVID-19 in Northwest Syria
Authors: AL-ABDULLA Orwa , ALAREF Maher
Published: August 2023

In the aftermath of the global upheaval caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, a nuanced perspective emerges, underscoring the need for vigilant and strategic healthcare responses. This article delves into the intricate landscape of COVID-19 within northwest Syria, highlighting the enduring challenges and the imperative for astute resource allocation, sustained vaccination efforts, and effective Risk Communication and Community Engagement programs. Situated within a region characterized by historical complexities and ongoing conflict, Northwest Syria remains a microcosm of persistent healthcare challenges. While the pandemic classification may shift, its lingering impact necessitates ongoing vigilance. This article explores the multifaceted dimensions of the prevailing COVID-19 scenario in Northwest Syria, emphasizing the crucial role of resource allocation, vaccination strategies, and Risk Communication and Community Engagement programs in forging resilient health systems. The imperative of vaccination, coupled with the formidable challenge of hesitancy, underscores the need for targeted and adaptable Risk Communication and Community Engagement initiatives. Drawing lessons from past shortcomings, Northwest Syria is poised to recalibrate its approach, fostering a blueprint for future crises that is attuned to community sentiments and responsive to evolving challenges. As Northwest Syria navigates the path to recovery, a comprehensive and adaptive response strategy anchored in effective Risk Communication and Community Engagement programs becomes a linchpin, guiding the region towards fortified health systems and improved public health conditions.
Välfärdsteknologi i de nordiska länderna – en kartläggning av statliga satsningar
Authors: Lindberg Dick
Published: August 2023

Verksamhetsutveckling med digitala stöd fyller en viktig funktion för att samhället ska kunna fortsätta att erbjuda välfärd för invånarna. I de nordiska länderna pågår arbete och utveckling på olika plan när det gäller digitalisering och införande av välfärdsteknologi. Denna kartläggning omfattar välfärdsteknologi i socialtjänsten, i huvudsak inom äldreomsorgen och kring insatser till personer med funktionsnedsättning. Kartläggning ger en bild av den digitala utvecklingen, med särskild inriktning på välfärdsteknologi i Norden ur ett nationellt och statligt perspektiv. Kartläggningen är genomförd utifrån fyra huvudsakliga frågeställningar. 1. Vilka visioner, mål och strategier har de nordiska länderna när det gäller välfärdsteknologi inom socialtjänsten 2022 och framåt? 2. Vilka konkreta satsningar görs på nationell, regional och kommunal nivå via statliga medel? 3. Finns det aktuella, nyligen avslutade eller pågående utredningar inom området på nationell nivå i de nordiska länderna som berör digitalisering, e-hälsa eller välfärdsteknologi i vård- och omsorgssektorn? 4. Vilken är den nationella statusen för säker hantering av identiteter och behörigheter inom socialtjänsten? I datainsamlingen till denna rapport har utredaren intervjuat företrädare för ministerier, departement, statliga myndigheter som hanterar social omsorg och service samt hälso- och sjukvård och digitalisering inom dessa sektorer. Även kommunförbund har intervjuats. I rapporten presenteras materialet landsvis.
Laser excision of congenital epulis in an one-year-old infant: A case report with 6-months follow-up
Authors:   MGVs KBH Dental College and Hospital, Panchvati, Nasik, AA Agrawal
Published: August 2023

Congenital epulis are present at birth and might maintain the same size or grow slowly. They are more often reported within first month after birth
Staged surgical excision of a premaxillary plexiform schwannoma causing nasal obstruction and deformity
Authors:   Resident Physician, Mayo Clinic Rochester, MN, USA, Schmidtman Daniel C
Published: August 2023

While schwannomas of the head and neck are not uncommon, plexiform type schwannomas are rare with very few nasal cases described in the literature
Immunologic-allergic corneal infiltrate in atopic patient undergoing multidrug topical treatment for POAG: Diagnostic and therapeutic management
Authors:   Head-Neck Department, Salerno Hospital, University, Italy, Troisi Salvatore
Published: August 2023

The authors present a case of ocular surface inflammation, Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD), and marginal corneal ulcers
Performance of different diagnostic methods for caries detection: A microtomographic and histological study
Authors:   Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Visconti Maria Augusta
Published: August 2023

Objective: The objective of this study was to compare the performance of visual and imaging macroscopic methods in detecting caries, using histological examination and micro-CT images as the gold standard.
Impact of Irrigation Systems Use in Agriculture Farming in Rwanda: A Case Study of Kagitumba, Nasho and Muyanza Schemes.
Authors:   Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources, Kigali, Rwanda, Gaspard Ntabakirabose , Félicien Ndaruhutse ,   Department of Agricultural Engineering, Integrated Polytechnic Regional College (IPRC) Huye, Kigali-Rwanda, Jean Claude Noel Majuga ,   Department of Agricultural Engineering, Integrated Polytechnic Regional College (IPRC) Musanze, Kigali-Rwanda, Jean Claude Tuyisenge ,   Ministry of Local Government, Musanze District, Kigali, Rwanda, Jean Claude Musabyimana ,   Department of Land Resources Planning and Management, College of Agriculture & Natural Resources, Jomo, Mwehia Mburu David ,   Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), Nairobi, Kenya
Published: August 2023

Agriculture remains an important economic sector in many developing countries. It is a source of growth and a potential source of investment opportunities for the private sector. Irrigation, therefore, currently plays a less significant role in African agriculture compared to other regions, as Africa’s irrigated cultivated land is much lower than the world average. This research study investigated the impact of irrigation system use in agriculture farming in Rwanda. A multi-stage sampling method was employed, whereby the Nyagatare, Kirehe and Rulindo districts, and three irrigation schemes such as Kagitumba, Nasho and Muyanza were first purposely selected. Finally, a simple random sampling was used to obtain a total sample size of 240 maize farming households, within these three irrigation schemes. The findings indicated that land size was significantly and positively associated with the water pump use. The water pump and sprinkler irrigation system use and farm income were significantly and positively correlated. The water user’s association’s membership and the water pumper drip and sprinkler irrigation systems were significantly and positively correlated. The findings of this research revealed that factors namely family size, education level, fertilizers, irrigation system, farming experience are statistically significant to influence productivity of maize crops at these irrigation schemes. In addition, the results of cost benefit and margin analysis indicated that the Net Farm Income (NFI) per ha at Nasho schme site was largest followed by Kagitumba and Muyanza scheme site was the lowest. However, the benefit cost ratio was the highest (2.3) at Kagitumba site, suggesting that one-dollar of investment at Kagitumba irrigation scheme generates 2.3 dollars of revenue. Some factors in this study were statistically and significant to influence the farmers’ willingness to pay for irrigation water in study areas. After the findings, the researcher suggested that farmers should be encouraged to better use agricultural inputs, high attention should be made on infrastructures in order to sustain and maintain them in long run, farmers should be encouraged to pay for irrigation water, public and private sector should increase investment and expand the drip and sprinkler irrigation system where possible in country.
Corrections agencies' use of digital service delivery applications during COVID-19
Authors: Ross Stuart , Wood Mark , Baird Ron , Lundberg Kajsa
Published: August 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic required corrections agencies to rapidly adapt their service delivery models to minimise person-to-person contact. Digital service delivery played a key role in the process. This shift to remote service delivery highlighted the opportunities and benefits offered by digital service delivery technologies, as well as their risks and drawbacks. This paper draws on the results of a scoping review of digital developments in corrections. It examines the impact of the shift to digital platforms on the way that activities and services were delivered and on the way that these digital solutions were shaped by a range of technology and resourcing factors. It also explores the impact of the shift to virtual modes of communication and service delivery on service providers and service users.
Lineamientos estratégicos para una gestión agropecuaria sostenible en el marco del cambio climático en el páramo de Guerrero, Cogua, Cundinamarca, Colombia
Authors: Roa Peña David Esteban , Parada Rodriguez Nathalia , Rodríguez Vasquez Robinsson Alexis
Published: August 2023

Actualmente, las actividades agropecuarias que no son sostenibles producen impactos negativos en las dinámicas ambientales y generan transformaciones significativas en el páramo de Guerrero, ubicado en Cogua, Cundinamarca. Asimismo, la inadecuada gestión en el uso de los recursos naturales ha llevado a la fragmentación drástica del paisaje y la pérdida de coberturas vegetales nativas, como el frailejón, que es fundamental para el abastecimiento hídrico. Para abordar esta problemática, la metodología empleada en este estudio fue la investigación acción participativa (IAP) y el diagnóstico rural participativo (DRP), así como el método mixto, con un periodo de estudio documental de los últimos 15 años. Además, se realizaron visitas de campo en el año 2022 que permitieron identificar que, de los 19 hogares encuestados (25 % de la población), 16 se dedican al cultivo de papa, 15 realizan actividades de agricultura y ganadería; y 12 desconocen los impactos del cambio climático. Con base en todo lo anterior, se encontró que, de no frenar el crecimiento de la frontera agropecuaria y realizar actividades sostenibles de manera urgente, la producción de agua podría verse disminuida en cerca de 12 500 000 m3 al año (volumen equivalente al consumo anual de cerca de 197 000 personas) y, según el punto de inflexión proyectado, dicha pérdida en la producción podría llegar a ser de alrededor de 287 000 000 m3 para el año 2044 (equivalente aproximado del consumo anual de 4 000 000 de personas). A partir de lo anterior, el planteamiento de actividades agropecuarias sostenibles con un enfoque desde la gobernanza ambiental puede proveer escenarios de solución a esta problemática y, en esa línea, proponemos algunos lineamientos para una gestión sostenible de las actividades agropecuarias en el páramo de Guerrero, que apuntan, por un lado, al desarrollo de actividades sostenibles y, por otro, a la puesta en marcha de acciones para la adaptación y mitigación del cambio climático.
Desplazamientos de territorios y cocinas: o sobre cómo han mutado las cocinas en tres generaciones de mujeres de origen rural del Nordeste argentino
Authors: Sanchez Silvia Noemí
Published: August 2023

Cocinar es parte de los trabajos domésticos y de cuidado que principalmente encaran las mujeres en los hogares. El Nordeste argentino es una de las regiones con mayores indicadores de desigualdad, donde el acceso a alimentos por parte de las familias se torna cada vez más complejo. En este contexto, y en una temporalidad de aproximadamente ochenta años, de 1940 a 2022, se propone un estudio comparativo de tres generaciones de mujeres de dos familias de origen rural: una de ascendencia inmigratoria española y la otra nativa qom. A través del relato de estas mujeres se identifican los cambios en la preparación de alimentos y se explora cómo cocinar y alimentar se han alterado como consecuencia de los cambios en la producción agrícola y los usos y tenencia de tierras. Se utilizó una metodología cualitativa interpretativa, con entrevistas en profundidad, observación y registro de campo. El análisis evidencia que las transformaciones impactaron en el acceso a nutrientes, la comensalidad, y las formas y tiempos destinados a cocinar; particularmente, se encontró que las modificaciones en el territorio y en los modos de explotación de este impactan en el acceso a nutrientes y la autonomía alimentaria. La transición nutricional y la desigualdad que provoca se explican por relaciones multidimensionales entre territorios, desplazamientos de las familias, la falta de acceso a empleo, redistribución de las tareas en los hogares, y pérdida de los saberes culinarios y de las identidades que estos comportan.
Klasifikasi Kualitas Tanah Menggunakan Metode Naive Bayes Classifier
Authors: Iis Dewi Ratih  , S M Retnaningsih  , V M Dewi
Published: August 2023

Korosi merupakan perusakan atau penurunan mutu dari material akibat bereaksi dengan lingkungan. Hal ini menjadi permasalahan serius dalam kegiatan industri dan infrastruktur. Penggunaan sistem perpipaan dalam kegiatan industri dan infrastrukur yang semakin meningkat, dianggap memiliki tingkat integritas yang tinggi serta lebih efektif dan efisien dibanding sistem transportasi lain. Dalam sistem perpipaan ini kebanyakan jenis bahan pipa yang digunakan adalah jenis logam, disamping keunggulannya logam juga mempunyai banyak kelemahan jika dibandingkan dengan unsur-unsur lain dikarenakan sifat logam yang mudah terkorosi. Pipa logam yang ditanam di bawah permukaan tanah beresiko tinggi terjadi korosi, tanah merupakan penyebab utama pipa logam tersebut mengalami korosi dan dapat menyebabkan bencana alam seperti longsor. Korosivitas tanah menjadi permasalahan penting di PT IPMOMI karena banyaknya pipa logam yang ditanam di bawah tanah yang berfungsi untuk mengalirkan fluida berupa air laut sebagai bahan utama produksi uap.  PT IPMOMI ingin menanam pipa logam di bawah tanah, sehingga membutuhkan informasi mengenai keadaan korosivitas tanah pada lokasi tersebut, agar dapat mengatasinya dengan memasang proteksi katodik pada bagian tanah dengan korosivitas tinggi. Salah satu upaya awal untuk menangani hal tersebut adalah dengan melakukan pemetaan zona korosi bawah permukaan. Sebelum melakukan pemetaan zona korosi, maka perlu mengetahui tingkat korosivitas tanah apakah sangat tinggi, tinggi, sedang, ringan, atau sangat ringan, maka dari itu diperlukan metode klasifikasi. Pada penelitian ini, metode klasifikasi yang digunakan adalah metode klasifikasi nonparamterik, yaitu Naive Bayes Classifier (NBC).
A síndrome de burnout e o trabalho docente: análise de um grupo de professores
Authors: Carneiro Bichara Clea Nazaré , Pastana Ferreira Ilma , De Oliveira Vale John Henry , Godinho Miranda do Vale Marcela , Da Silva Freitas Jofre Jacob , Ferreira Coelho Galvão Edna , Ribeiro Duarte Sena Milene , Dos Anjos Furtado de Sá Mariana , Oliveira de Almeida Wanderson Augusto
Published: August 2023

A Síndrome de burnout é considerada uma resposta ao estresse laboral crônico e ocorre principalamente em profissinais que mantêm contato direto e exercem o cuidado com o outro, como os professores. O objetivo desta pesquisa foi investigar a prevalência da síndrome de burnout em professores de uma escola de ensino técnico na cidade de Santarém, Pará. Foi utilizado o questionário de investigação da síndrome de burnout CESQT-PE com 34 professores. Não foi constatada a ocorrência da síndrome de burnout em nenhum dos participantes. A maioria apresentou-se bastante entusiasmada com o trabalho. Todos os participantes estavam com baixos níveis de indolência, enquanto 6% estavam com altos niveis de culpa. Em contrapartida observou-se que 24% da amostra estava com altos níveis de desgaste psíquico. Dessa forma, pode-se observar que a maioria dos professores não apresenta características preditoras da síndrome de burnout, entretanto merece atenção a porcentagem de docentes que apresentou altos níveis de desgaste psíquico e/ou de culpa e baixos níveis de ilusão pelo trabalho, pois isto pode indicar uma tendência para o aparecimento da síndrome de burnout depois de um período de exposição a estressores.
Autonomia em relação ao tratamento psicofarmacológico: percepções de usuários de um centro de atenção psicossocial
Authors: De Castro Machado Paranhos Iracilda , Pires Júnior Roberto Carlos , De Aguiar Sampaio Thiago Lucas , Ribeiro Barbosa Luciana , Antunes Rocha Lêda , Ferraz de Souza Iriene , Andrade Sampaio Cristina
Published: August 2023

O objetivo desta investigação foi compreender sobre a autonomia dos usuários em relação ao tratamento farmacológico. A pesquisa foi realizada com usuários no Centro de Atenção Psicossocial (CAPS II), em uma cidade no Norte de Minas Gerais. Trata-se de uma pesquisa qualitativa que envolveu a observação participante de um grupo de Gestão Autônoma da Medicação (GAM), cujos dados foram registrados em diários de campo. Os resultados foram analisados em três categorias, sendo: mal-estar no tratamento farmacológico; dimensão tutelar no cuidado; produção de autonomia coletiva e gestão compartilhada do cuidado. Verificou-se elementos que remetem a práticas tutelares do cuidado, principalmente na relação entre profissionais e usuários no tratamento farmacológico. Foi percebido no serviço o pouco diálogo sobre os medicamentos e a existência de espaços de estigmatização, onde os direitos dos usuários, em sua maioria, são inibidos ou aceitos com cautela. Por fim, enfatiza-se a necessidade da autonomia no tratamento e o empoderamento dos usuários em relação ao tratamento farmacológico em seus processos terapêuticos.
Analysis of the Systems for Representation of Minorities in Public Administration
Authors: Shikova Natalija , Andeva Marina
Published: August 2023

The paper analyses the implementation of the principle of equitable representation in North Macedonia. It examines existing consociational theory and the elements of consociationalism. It attempts to answer the question whether the theory supports the adequate representation of minorities in respect of the promotion and protection of their rights. The focus of the paper is on the instrument called “Balancer calculator” (балансер калкулатор) – an instrument used to set employment thresholds in the public administration in North Macedonia. This instrument strives towards the principles of equitable representation, set within the Constitution and the Ohrid Framework Agreement, additionally regulated by the relevant law and bylaws. In practice, this instrument is used to balance representation of the ethnic communities in public administration and to improve their position in general. The paper gives a critical approach to the implementation process since the tool is not adequately set or implemented. These come from its abuse as a purely calculative instrument, putting the numbers of the represented groups in first place, apart from the need of merit–based requirements; its inability to address the needs of smaller ethnic communities; and its ambiguity and irrelevance coming from the non-existent legal clarification of the communities’ identity markers. The paper does not offer options, but it opens discussion upon these questions whose answers may help towards the creation and establishment of more relevant policies for representation of minorities within public sector.
Legislative Efforts at Curbing Tax Avoidance and Tax Evasion in Nigeria: A Legal Infraction
Authors: Ierkwagh Kwaghkehe , Shima Vitalis Akase
Published: August 2023

Tax is a potentially powerful instrument for raising government revenue to meet government expenditure in both developed and developing economies, Nigeria is not an exception. However, tax resistance which manifest in form of tax avoidance and evasion constitutes a major impediment to revenue generation in Nigeria. Legislative enactments have therefore been put in place in the country to curb the menance. As palatable as these enactments may appear, this paper has found that they represent a major infraction on the rights of Nigerians. The right to fair hearing, right to own property and right to privacy have been completely eroded in the legislative attempts at curbing the menance of tax resistance. In order to balance the need for the preservation of human rights in Nigeria, on one hand, and the need for efficient revenue generation, on the other, the paper has advocated the enactment of a Tax Payers’ Bill of Rights to address some of the identified abuses. It is further advocated that section 104(2), (3) and (4) of the Personal Income Tax Act and section 44(2)(a) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria which have completely abrogated the rights to own property and fair hearing of Nigerian Tax Payers be repealed in order to give meaning to the rights as granted under the Constitution.
Vitamin D Level of Children with Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Authors: UYSAL YAZİCİ Mutlu , OZEL Erhan , TORUN Emine Gulsah , SAVAŞ ERDEVE Şenay , ÇETİNKAYA Semra
Published: August 2023

Aims: Vitamin D deficiency is a risk factor for autoimmune diseases such as diabetes mellitus. This study aimed to investigate the association between Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and vitamin D levels and the impact of vitamin D on the duration of DKA and pediatric intensive care unit length of stay in Turkish pediatric patients.

Methods: The study was a retrospective study conducted between January 2014 and March 2018. The study population was children under 18 admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) with DKA.

Results: The study included 130 patients, 51.5% of them were females. We found vitamin D deficiency in 39.2%(n=51) and vitamin D insufficiency in 33.1% (n=43) of the patients. Most of the patients with severe acidosis had low vitamin D levels (44/59) and % 45.8 of them (27/59) had vitamin D deficiency. Duration of diabetic ketoacidosis, length of pediatric intensive care unit stay, and hospitalization stay were longer in patients with low vitamin D levels but were not statistically significant.

Conclusions: This study is the first study evaluating the association between vitamin D and diabetic ketoacidosis in Turkey. Although there is no association between vitamin D deficiency and the duration of diabetic ketoacidosis and the severity of acidosis, vitamin D deficiency is substantially common in patients with diabetic ketoacidosis.
Precede-Proceed Modeline Temellendirilmiş “Sigarayı Bırakıyorum Geleceğimi ve Sağlığımı Koruyorum” Programının Hemşirelik Öğrencilerinin Sigara İçme Davranışına Etkisi: Tek Merkezli Yarı Deneysel Çalışma Protokolü
Authors: AKDENİZ Erdal , ÖNCEL Selma
Published: August 2023

Amaç: Bu çalışma Preced-Proceed Modeline temellendirilmiş Sigarayı Bırakıyorum Geleceğimi ve Sağlığımı Koruyorum (SiBGeSaK) programının hemşirelik öğrencilerinin sigara içme davranışına etkisini belirlemek amacıyla yapılmıştır.

Yöntem: Araştırma iki grupta ön test-son test-izlem düzeninde yarı deneysel bir çalışma olarak uygulanmıştır. Araştırmanın uygulanması Ekim 2021-Nisan 2022 tarihleri arasında bir üniversitede eğitim gören hemşirelik öğrencileri ile yapılmıştır. Etik kurul, kurum izni alınmış ve öğrencilerden bilgilendirilmiş onam alınmıştır. Çalışma 40 girişim, 40 kontrol grubu olmak üzere 80 hemşirelik öğrencisi ile yapılmış, girişim grubuna SiBGeSaK Programı uygulanmış girişim bitene kadar kontrol grubuna herhangi bir uygulama yapılmamıştır. Verilerin toplanmasında Sigara İçenleri Tanılama Formu, Bireysel Bilgi Formu, Davranış Değiştirme Süreci Ölçeği, Karar Denge Ölçeği, Öz Etkililik/Yeterlik Ölçeği, Teşvik Eden Faktörler Ölçeği, Değişim Aşamalarının Sınıflandırılması Ölçeği, Fagerström Nikotin Bağımlılık Testi kullanılmıştır. Verilerin istatistiksel analizinde Frekans analizi, betimsel analizler, Wilcoxon, ANOVA, Bağımlı gruplarda t testi, ANCOVA analizi ve eta-kare değeri kullanılmıştır.

Sonuç: SiBGeSaK Programının hemşirelik öğrencilerinin sigara içme davranışı üzerinde olumlu etkisi beklenmektedir. Bağımlılık düzeyinin düşmesi ve sağlık algısı üzerinde olumlu etkisi olacağı varsayılmıştır.
Examination of Care Burden and Hopelessness Levels of Parents with Children with Epilepsy
Authors: SARPDAĞI Yakup , ÇAPIK Cantürk
Published: August 2023

Objective: The aim of this study was to examine the relationship between care burden and hopelessness levels of parents with children with epilepsy.

Methods: The sample of this descriptive and correlational study consisted of 384 parents with children diagnosed with epilepsy between the ages of 0-18. The data of the study were collected in the Pediatric Neurology and General Pediatric Outpatient Clinics of Health Sciences University Van Training and Research Hospital between October 2017 and January 2018. Socio-demographic Data Form, Zarit Care Burden Scale and Beck Hopelessness Scale were used to collect the data.

Results: In the study, it was determined that the mean care burden score of the parents was moderate (40±9.63) and the mean hopelessness score was mild (7.97±4.43). It was determined that the participants' educational status, income status and the presence of another person in need of care in the family significantly affected both care burden and hopelessness levels. A significant positive correlation was found between the duration of diagnosis, the number of hospitalisations, the duration of care and the time spent on care in a day and care burden and hopelessness. In addition, a significant positive relationship was found between caregiving burden and hopelessness.

Conclusion: As the care burden of parents increases, the level of hopelessness also increases. Public health nurses working in Family Health Centres and nurses working in clinics should support families with children with epilepsy physically, socially and spiritually. Epilepsy should provide counselling services on seizures that occur due to the nature of the disease and issues that parents may be exposed to (such as guilt, family problems, hopelessness, economic difficulties, stigmatisation).
A Systematic Review of the Enterprise Digital Transformation Literature and Future Outlook
Authors: Dong Bo
Published: August 2023

This paper aims to explore the impact of digital transformation on enterprises and society, focusing on the main research directions, research achievements, best practices, and future research directions. A comprehensive literature review was conducted, synthesizing research findings on digital transformation management best practices and future trends in the field. Digital transformation profoundly affects enterprises and society by enabling innovation, enhancing competitiveness, promoting efficiency, and facilitating economic growth opportunities. This study presents a comprehensive analysis of digital transformation, integrating findings from various sources to provide valuable insights for businesses, policymakers, and researchers. Challenges in acquiring and ensuring data quality, as well as the lack of long-term tracking and evaluation, pose limitations in assessing the full impact of digital transformation. The findings emphasize the importance of embracing digital transformation strategies, fostering interdisciplinary research, and addressing limitations to shape a more innovative, efficient, and prosperous future.
A Survey of Formal Concept Analysis and Concept Lattices
Authors: Wang Yue , Song Yuhui , Wang Yanan
Published: August 2023

Formal concept is the basic unit of knowledge representation. Concept lattice comes from formal concept analysis theory, which is the ordered hierarchy of all formal concepts. Concept lattice structure model is a powerful tool for data analysis. In recent years, due to the visualization of concept lattices and the clarity of knowledge discovery, FCA has developed into an effective tool for data analysis, and has been widely used in various fields such as data mining, information retrieval, software engineering, etc., and it has achieved good economic and social benefits. Therefore, it is necessary to study the theory of formal concept analysis. At the same time, in order to meet the different needs of life, different kinds of formal concept analysis also emerged. This paper mainly analyzes the current research status of several mainstream concept analysis theories, and puts forward the prospect of them.
Preparation and Characterization of Conductive Hydrogel Electrode Films of Nano Platinum/Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes/Polyvinyl Alcohol
Authors: Liu Shumin , Chen Jia , Sun Jinpeng
Published: August 2023

Nano platinum were prepared on multi-walled carbon nanotubes/polyvinyl alcohol conducting hydrogel electrode film by electrostatic adsorption principle and mild in-situ reduction. The microstructure, conductivity, electrochemical performance and electrocatalytic activity of PtNPs/MWCNTs/PVA conducting hydrogel electrode film were studied. And the selective catalytic ability of the electrode film to glucose in oxygen-rich PBS solution, and the relationship between the selective catalytic ability and the preparation technology of the electrode film was analyzed.
Algorithm Improvement of Movie Recommendation System based on Hybrid Recommendation Algorithm
Authors: Liu Ziyun , Ren Feiyu
Published: August 2023

In recent years, the Internet has developed rapidly, and in the face of thousands of data and information, it has become very critical for users to find the information that is of high value to them in the mass of information, and the recommendation system is one of the most effective ways to solve this information overload phenomenon. In this paper, the current movie recommendation algorithm is improved by using an item-based collaborative filtering algorithm for the similarity measure of items in the item-based recommendation process; In the recommendation process, two more applicable recommendation methods are considered: collaborative filtering content-based recommendation and matrix decomposition-based recommendation. It saves users time in searching, viewing and filtering, while discovering information about their potential movie preferences.
Assessment of Green Human Resource Management in Developing Sustainable Performance of Manufacturing Industry in Pakistan
Authors: Rehman Dr. Zia-ur- , Khan Hassan Ali , Irshad Muhammad , Hassan Aatzaz , Iftikhar Sara
Published: August 2023

In light of the evolving corporate landscape and the growing emphasis on competencies and strategic approaches, the concept of Green Human Resource Management (HRM) has emerged as a vital component of global green development. Green HRM integrates environmental considerations into HR activities, contributing to the long-term sustainability of organizations and their workforce. While existing literature has predominantly focused on sustainability, this research addresses the novel contribution of Green HRM. The study examines the impact of Green HRM practices on the sustainability of Pakistan's manufacturing industry, encompassing social, environmental, and economic performance indicators. Data were collected from 111 manufacturing employees in Pakistan, utilizing a convenience sampling method and structured questionnaires. The findings reveal that Green HRM positively influences the environmental, economic, and social performance management practices of emerging economies. Companies with a strong brand image can leverage Green HRM practices to enhance sales and consumer awareness, aligning with their green objectives. Consequently, manufacturing enterprises in Pakistan can enhance their clean industrial capacity by adopting the proposed investigation model.
Non-Traditional Security Threats in 21st Century and its Socio-Political Impacts on Pakistan.
Authors: Ali Fizza , Haider Saqlain , Nadeem Mohammad
Published: August 2023

National Security is a concept that is intricately linked to a state’s social and political structures. It is a broad concept that is aimed at enhancing a state’s power and influence. One of the most crucial aspects of national security is the protection of a nation’s homeland, including its territories. A state’s ability to safeguard its national interests, economic concerns and maintain its international reputation is also critical in ensuring national security. This notion of security is not limited to external threats but also includes internal challenges that could threaten the state’s survival. In contrast, human security is centred on the safety and protection of individuals rather than the state’s territory. It emphasizes the safety and well-being of people over national interests. Human security is achieved through development and other non-military means, as opposed to the use of arms. The goal of this strategy is to protect everyone's security in all settings and aspects of their lives, including their residences, places of employment, streets, societies, and environments.
In their Own Words Who do the High Achiever Students Attribute their Success
Authors: Khalil Farwa , Anwer Muhammad , Qamar Muhammad Rizwan
Published: August 2023

The study analyzed the perceptions of high-achieving students regarding the reasons behind their academic success. Conducted in Punjab, Pakistan, the research involved students from three different education boards in cities like Gujranwala, Faisalabad, and Lahore. The sample consisted of 36 students, equally divided between genders, randomly selected from each board. These students attributed their achievements to factors like determination, hard work, and proficiency. The primary reasons for their success were identified as dedication, effort, and ability. Notably, high achievers tended to avoid tasks related to success, as they believed their accomplishments were a result of their inherent skills and hard work, and failures were attributed to bad luck. Despite some limitations, the study revealed that successful individuals emphasized the influence of internal factors after achieving success. The research highlighted the importance of capable individuals not only controlling outcomes but also taking responsibility for their accomplishments. The study aimed to explore the factors, both internal and external, that high achievers attribute to their success.
Impact of Islamic Work Ethics on Organizational Citizenship Behavior: Mediating Role of Job Satisfaction in the Banking Sector of Quetta City
Authors: Arif Sidrah , Ahmad Jameel , Ramzan Saubia
Published: August 2023

Organizational efficiency and effectiveness depend upon the implementation of rules, regulations and policies devised by the organization. Basically, organizations follow ethics, prescribed by their various religion. Those Countries following Islam, mainly follow Islamic work ethics. Studying Islamic work ethics and their impact on several attitudes and behavior of employees need time. This study examines the impact of Islamic work ethics on organizational citizenship behavior and organizational commitment through the mediating mechanism of job satisfaction. During the process of data gathering, 294 questionnaires from public and private sector banks of Quetta City were collected. Among 294 respondents 223 male and 71 female respondents participated in the survey. Descriptive and inferential statistics were employed for data analysis and evaluation. Linear regression was used for hypothesis testing and Andrew F. Hayes Process Macro Four was utilized for studying the mediating effect. The findings of the study reveal that Islamic work ethics is positively and significantly related to organizational citizenship behavior and job satisfaction significantly mediates the relationship between Islamic work Ethics and organizational citizenship behavior.
Role of Marketing Ethics for Clients’ Satisfaction
Authors: Naveed Shayan , Murtaza Ubaid ur Rehman
Published: August 2023

This abstract aims to explore the vital connection between marketing ethics and clients' satisfaction. Ethics in marketing refers to the moral principles and values that guide marketers in their decision-making processes and interactions with clients. One of the fundamental aspects of marketing ethics is the truthful and accurate representation of products or services. Misleading or deceptive marketing practices erode clients' trust and can lead to dissatisfaction. Additionally, marketers need to respect clients' privacy and handle their personal information with utmost care. Ethical data collection and usage practices not only protect clients' privacy rights but also contribute to their satisfaction. Moreover, corporate social responsibility (CSR) plays a vital role in marketing ethics. Clients are increasingly concerned about the social and environmental impact of the organizations they engage with. Ethical marketing involves incorporating CSR initiatives into business strategies, addressing societal concerns, and demonstrating a commitment to sustainability. In conclusion, marketing ethics significantly influence clients' satisfaction by fostering trust, transparency, and fairness. Adhering to ethical principles in marketing ensures accurate product representation, respect for privacy, avoidance of manipulative tactics, and incorporation of CSR initiatives. Organizations that prioritize marketing ethics not only enhance clients' satisfaction but also establish long-term relationships, resulting in sustainable business growth.
Relationship between Classroom Environment and Moral Values of Secondary School Students
Authors: Junaid Muhammad , Mushtaq Rukhshanda , Iqbal Asifa
Published: August 2023

The present study aimed to investigate the relationship between the classroom environment of schools and the moral values of secondary school students. Specifically, the study focused on exploring the perceptions of secondary school teachers regarding the classroom environment and the levels of moral values exhibited by students. A sample of 1288 secondary school teachers was selected for the study, representing ten districts within the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. To ensure comprehensive representation, the sample included 200 secondary school teachers from each district. The selection of teachers was carried out using a non-random approach, with 100 teachers chosen from rural areas and 100 teachers from urban areas within each district. This sampling strategy aimed to capture a diverse range of perspectives on the classroom environment and its impact on students' moral values. In order to examine the relationship between the classroom environment and students' moral values, a correlation analysis was conducted. The results of the analysis revealed a significant positive relationship between the classroom environment and the moral values of students. This finding suggests that the classroom environment plays a significant role in shaping and influencing the development of students' moral values. The recommendations derived from the study offer practical implications for educators and policymakers to enhance the classroom environment and facilitate the cultivation of positive moral values among students.
Current Evidence-based Approaches to Multimodal Pain Control and Opioid Minimization After Arthroscopic and Knee Preservation Surgery
Authors: Day Michael Sean , Boryan Andrew
Published: August 2023

Nonarthroplasty knee procedures are common and may cause a wide spectrum of postoperative pain, ranging from minimal to severe, depending on the patient, pathology, and procedure. Procedures include ligament repair and reconstruction, especially anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, meniscal débridement, repair and transplant, periarticular osteotomy, and cartilage restoration. Multimodal analgesia regimens have been implemented successfully, but notable variation characterizes current protocols. Increased public and physician awareness of the burden of opioid usage in the United States has encouraged the medical community to embrace opioid-minimizing and nonopioid techniques to mitigate the deleterious effects of these medications. Nonopioid medications; anesthesia techniques; surgical techniques; and postoperative nonmedication strategies, including physical therapy, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, cryotherapy, cognitive techniques, and non-Western interventions, can form part of an effective multimodal approach. A multimodal approach can facilitate adequate analgesia without compromising patient satisfaction or outcome.
Gato en el desierto: registros del gato de las pampas Leopardus garleppi (Carnivora: Felidae) en el Norte Grande de Chile
Authors: Guzmán Marín Byron Cristian , Hernández-Hernández Julio C. , Dumont Ailén , Olmos de Aguilera Natividad , Barrios Cuevas Paola , Ayavire Anza Kevin , Muñoz Peña Patricio
Published: August 2023

El gato de las pampas  (Leopardus garleppi) ha sido validado recientemente como una nueva especie monotípica. En este manuscrito se presentan 14 registros del felino, obtenidos a través de observaciones directas y por medio de cámaras-trampa en distintos ambientes naturales en el Norte Grande de Chile. Se discute además la situación de L. garleppi en cada uno de estos ambientes, poniendo énfasis en algunas de las posibles amenazas observadas.
Newsletter Inklusion jetzt! März 2023
Authors: Kieslinger Daniel , Owsianowski Judith
Published: August 2023

Nun naht der Frühling und die Natur beginnt mit zögerlichen Knospen, sich neu zu entfalten. Auch wenn sie zwischendurch wieder leicht von Schnee verdeckt wird, so ist doch nicht zu übersehen, dass neue Entwicklungen bevorstehen. Und wieder einmal zeigt sich das ebenso in der Inklusionslandschaft von Kinder- und Jugendhilfe. Viele öffentliche Träger sind beschäftigt mit den Vorbereitungen für den Einsatz der Verfahrenslots*innen zum Beginn 2024 oder bereits früher. Die Diskussionen zu Themen rund um den Reformprozess des SGB VIII werden weiter vorangetrieben und im Projekt Inklusion jetzt! schließen wir mit dem März das dritte Jahr spannender Themen und Veranstaltungen ab und gehen in ein weiteres ereignisreiches Jahr. In diesem Newsletter möchten wir einiges mitteilen, das uns dabei begegnet und beschäftigt.
The pathways between natural disasters and violence against chil-dren: a systematic review
Authors: Santolo Parente di , Ciaburro Carmine
Published: August 2023

Natural disasters are increasingly affecting a larger segment of the world’s population. These highly disruptive events have the potential to produce negative changes in social dynamics and the environment which increase violence against children. We do not currently have a comprehensive understanding of how natural disasters lead to violence against children despite the growing threat to human populations and the importance of violence as a public health issue. The mapping of pathways to violence is critical in designing targeted and evidence-based prevention services for children. We systematically reviewed peer-reviewed articles and grey literature to document the pathways between natural disasters and violence against children and to suggest how this information could be used in the design of future programming. We searched 15 bibliographic databases and six grey literature repositories from the earliest date of publication to May 16, 2018. In addition, we solicited grey literature from humanitarian agencies globally that implement child-focused programming after natural disasters. Peer-reviewed articles and grey literature that presented original quantitative or qualitative evidence on how natural disasters led to violence against children were included. The authors synthesized the evidence narratively and used thematic analysis with a constant comparative method to articulate pathways to violence.
Debris Flow Hazard Assessment in District Chitral, Eastern Hindu Kush, Pakistan
Authors: Mahmood Shakeel , Atiq Attia
Published: August 2023

The aim of this study is debris flow risk zonation using geological and hydrometeorological indicators in district Chitral, Hindu Kush Region Northwest Pakistan. The research is based on secondary data. Multi criteria Analysis (MCA) in Geographical Information System (GIS) environment was used to achieve the objective of the study. The geological and hydrometeorological parameters were analyzed by making five classes of each parameter. The classes are ranked as most favorable and least favorable with numerical weights. The weights were assigned in accordance to their importance in debris flow occurrence. Then weighted overlay analysis techniques were applied to develop composite map representing the importance of each factor. Debris flow risk zonation map was resulted into four classes very high risk zones, high risk zone, moderate zone, low risk zone. The geology of the study area is diverse with frequents earthquakes. Similarly the forest cover is decreasing due to anthropogenic activities. The area is also characterized by long cold winters with frost action. These factors are destabilizing the slope. During summer season rain storm event results high surface runoff and peak discharge in the perennial and non-perennial channels which results flood and debris flow. These events result human life loss and disruption.  The main villages located in very high risk zone are Mulkoh, Mastuj, Reshun, Shegram, Terich Gol, Rogar, Asurat, Boni, Brep and Rech Tockhow. They have been frequently affected by hazard in the past decade. Out of the total area, very high risk zone is expanded over 8%, high risk zone is expanded over16%, moderate risk zone is 29% and the rest is low risk zone. This study has highlighted the risk zones which will help disaster management authorities and policy makers to reduce the risk of debris flow in future.
CRUCIFICAÇÃO NO IMPÉRIO ROMANO E A MORTE DE JESUS: UM ENSAIO
Authors: Brasil Justi Daniel , Leonardo Chevitarese André , Vianna Direito Carlos Gustavo
Published: August 2023

O texto analisa o método de crucificação empreendido pelo Império Romano em perspectiva histórica. Discute os aspectos gerais, especificos e contextuais apoiado pela documentação e discussões historiográficas. Em particular, propõe também um leitura sobre a morte de Jesus tal qual é apresentada na documentação antiga.
Historical and Literary Contexts of the Establishment of the Lithuanian Nation-State in the First Half of 20th Century
Authors: Žmuida Eugenijus
Published: August 2023

The article is dedicated to the developments in Lithuanian literature and history that led to the establishment of an independent modern state in the 20th century. The article analyses the historical context of Lithuanian literature in the 19th and early 20th centuries; the path of Lithuanian nationalism towards maturity, the panorama  of  literature  and  literary life at the end of the 19th century and on the eve of the Great War (WWI); the potential visions of the state emerging at the time of war in the political and power centres; and the new impetus within the literature in the  aftermath  of  the  war and through the fight for independence. The paper concludes with a discussion of the relationship between contemporary collective memory and  the  perceptions  of  the  significance of the Great War and the fight for independence (1914–1920). The Lithuanian nation-state was established in 1918–1920 and went down in history as the First Republic.1 On the other hand, Poles refer to inter-war Poland as the Second Republic, the first one being the Rzeczpospolita. There is the logic behind it: never before 1918 had there been a nation-state, i.e., a state with a Lithuanian-language governmental structure, educational system, and Lithuanian culture. Thus, for Lithuanians, unlike for Poles, the independence achieved after the Great War was not a return to a former statehood, but a more significant step: the first ever establishment of a nation-state.