bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Influence Of Anchor Borrowers’ Scheme On Rice Production In Northern Agricultural Zone, Cross River State, Nigeria
Authors: Adie Alawa David , Betiang Adie John
Published: July 2024

The study determined the influence of capacity utilization and poverty alleviation initiatives of Achor Borrowers’ Sheme on rice production in Northern Agricultural Zone, Cross River State, Nigeria. Specifically, the study sought to determine the influence of capacity utilization and poverty alleviation initiatives of Anchor Borrowers’ Scheme on rice production in the study area. Two null hypotheses were tested at .05 level of significance. Ex-post Facto research design was adopted for the study with a population of 3574 registered rice farmers and 30 RIFAN Coordinators in Northern Agricultural Zone, Cross River State with a sample of 381 respondents involved in the study. Capacity Utilization Initiative of Anchor Borrowers Scheme on Rice Production Questionnaire (CUIABSRPQ) was used for data collection and was face validated by three experts. The reliability of the instrument was determined using Cronbach Alpha method and a coefficient of .87 was obtained. Data collected was analyzed using means to answer the research questions and independent t-test statistic to test the null hypotheses. The results revealed that respondents agreed that the Anchor Borrowers Scheme influenced has influence their capacity utilization and poverty alleviation initiatives on rice production. Findings from the test of hypotheses revealed a no significant difference in the mean ratings of respondents on the influence of capacity utilization and poverty alleviation initiatives of Anchor Borrowers’ Scheme on rice production in the study area (t=1.58; p-value 0.42) and (t=.84 p-value 0.40) respectively. It was concluded that Anchor Borrowers’ Scheme builds capacity and poverty initiatives
 
 of farmers and influence their rice production abilities. It was recommended that federal Governments extend the Anchor Borrower’s scheme to other invaluable crops such as maize and cocoa, groundnut among others because of the economic benefits accruable from the scheme to farmers
Assessment Of Soil Quality For Sustainable Land Management Using Machine Learning And Digital Soil Mapping Techniques In Obudu Cattle Ranch, Nigeria
Authors: S M Afu , D M Olim , A I Afangide , V F Ediene , A I Akpama , S B Bisong
Published: July 2024

Soil quality assessment is essential to know variation in nutrient concentrations within landscape for sustainable soil management. This study assessed soil quality in Obudu cattle ranch using machine learning and digital techniques. A total of 60 composite soil samples (0–30 cm depth) were collected at intervals of 200–500 m and selected soil physicochemical properties were determined. Digital elevation model (DEM) and Sentinel-2 satellite imageries were obtained, processed and applied for modelling. Soil quality was measured using total dataset (TDS) and minimum dataset (MDS). Linear (L) and non-linear (NL) scoring functions were applied, yielding four indices, MDS_L, MDS_NL, TDS_L and TDS_NL. Sixteen soil quality indicators (SQI) were used as TDS and were further screened for MDS using principal component analysis (PCA). Multiple linear regression was used to predict soil quality index in unsampled locations. The result showed that the soils were sandy loam, loam and sandy clay loam in texture.  pH ranged from strongly acidic to slightly acidic.  Soil organic carbon, CEC and base saturation were high while available P, exchangeable cations, exchangeable acidity as well as ECEC were low. The mean estimated soil quality for MDS_L, MDS_NL, TDS_L and TDS_NL were 0.415, 0.51, 0.42, and 0.49 respectively. MDS_NL model was the best model in predicting soil quality index in the area. All the models showed almost similar spatial distribution, with a high soil quality region mostly found in the southwestern part while low soil quality areas were located mostly in the central part and northwestern part of Obudu Mountain Resort.  The soil quality prediction class showed moderate class (class III) to be the dominant class covering greater part of the area with MDS_NL model. The predictive maps derived from this study should serve as a guide in the establishment of regionalized soil nutrient management programmes.
Psychological Factors And Sports Participation Among Secondary School Students In Obudu Local Government Area Of Cross River State, Nigeria
Authors: E A Odok , N N Osaji , F A Dan
Published: July 2024

The study investigated psychological factors and sports participation among secondary school students in Obudu Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria. To achieve this purpose, two null hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. A detailed review of literature was carried out in accordance with the variables of the study. Survey research design was used for the study. To select the eight public secondary schools, simple random sampling technique was adopted while systematic sampling technique was adopted to select the two hundred and forty five (245) respondents used for the study. A structured questionnaire was the instrument used for data collection. The instrument was face validated by relevant persons. To test the hypotheses formulated for the study, Pearson product moment correlation statistical tool was adopted for data analysis. The result obtained from analysis of data and testing of hypotheses revealed that there was a significant relationship between self-concept, motivation and sports participation among secondary school students in the study area. Based on the conclusion and findings, it was recommended among others that school authorities should provide adequate extrinsic motivation in order to complement students’ intrinsic motivation and encourage them to participate more actively in sports.
Exploring The Feasibility Of Implementing Formulated Complementary Diets In Real-World Settings To Address Malnutrition In Young Children
Authors: Olusegun Ajala Lawrence , Ajuka Obasi Nwogo , Okereke Ibe Chukwuma , Oko Obinna Vincent , Albert Anyiam Chukwudum , Chioma Anyiam Cynthia
Published: July 2024

Malnutrition significantly impacts a child's growth, development, and overall survival. To address this issue beyond the age of six months, this study developed three distinct dietary supplements to complement breast milk for early-age children. Comprehensive multivariate assessments were conducted to evaluate the nutritional quality and safety of these infant diets, employing established standard methods. The findings revealed that the diets exhibited carbohydrate and protein contents ranging from 2.84 to 32.48% and 40.66 to 63.23%, respectively. Importantly, the diets contained low levels of tannins, phytate, and oxalate.  Notably, the high corn diet exhibited significantly higher mineral elements, including calcium, magnesium, potassium, and iron (p < 0.05). There were no significant differences (p > 0.05) in bulk density and swelling capacity, but the medium corn diet displayed higher water absorption capacity and least gelation (p < 0.05). These diets were found to contain essential amino acid and vitamin requirements, conforming to FAO/WHO reference values. The sensory analysis yielded ratings within acceptable limits using a 9-point hedonic scale. Moreover, microbial load assessments complied with international microbiological standards (≤105 cfu/ml). These cost-effective and nutritionally sound dietary options present a pragmatic solution to addressing nutritional challenges faced by infants and children in developing nations.
Helicopter research: A persistent drawback to equitable collaborative research
Authors: Blay Nguah Samuel , Lartey Margaret
Published: July 2024

Collaboration in research has increased over the years with many advances in medical knowledge. With understanding and good faith, many of these partnerships have yielded remarkable results and significantly improved our world. The inequity has resulted in many untoward effects since much of this collaborative research is between persons from richer or high-income countries and poorer or lower-income ones. Helicopter Research or “parachute research” refers to the situation where a more resourced partner in a research collaboration goes into the less resourced partner's location, conducts research, exports the data, and publishes the findings, often with no or very little input from or acknowledgement of the less resourced counterpart. This does not only occur between richer and poorer nations but also even within the same country where the relationship is asymmetrical.
A systematic review on the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on childhood immunisation programmes of West African countries
Authors: C. Obasuyi Osamudiamen , A. Obasuyi Veronica
Published: July 2024

Objectives: To investigate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on childhood immunisation programmes in West African Countries.Design: The study was a systematic review of available evidence of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on childhood immunisation programmes in West AfricaSetting: An online literature search was conducted using PubMed, Embase, Scopus and Web of Science for all peer-reviewed longitudinal, descriptive, observational, prospective and retrospective studies on childhood immunisation programmes in West Africa published between January 2020 and May 2022Participants: All West African childhood immunisation programmes.Interventions: NoneMain Outcome Measures: Change in immunisation volumes during the COVID-19 pandemicResults: 353 studies were identified during the literature search, and eight were included in this review. The studies comprised six quantitative studies, one mixed-method (quantitative/qualitative) study and one qualitative study. Changes to immunisation services ranged between 53% and 52% for MCV and Penta3 vaccines in Guinea, lasting longer than August 2020, to 0.3% and 1% in Liberia for BCG and MCV vaccines lasting no longer than May 2020. Factors contributing to the observed disruptions in vaccine coverage during the pandemic included the fear of contracting the virus expressed by caregivers and healthcare workers and general misinformation about the COVID-19 virus.Conclusion: While the changes were greater than 50% and lasted longer in some countries, they were brief and short-lived in others, emphasising that the COVID-19 pandemic's effect in each country differed.
Effects of aqueous rhizome extract of Zingiber officinale on arsenic trioxide-induced spleen damage in adult Wistar rats.
Authors: Imafidon E.O. , Ezekiel B.A.
Published: July 2024

BACKGROUND AND AIM: Arsenic trioxide induces significant spleen toxicity, causing splenomegaly, oxidative stress, inflammation, and compromised immune responses, which can lead to infections, impaired blood filtration, and systemic health decline. Zingiber officinale, known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-carcinogenic properties, shows potential in mitigating toxicity and oxidative stress. This study aimed to assess the effects of aqueous rhizome extract of Zingiber officinale on arsenic trioxide-induced spleen damage in adult Wistar rats.
METHODOLOGY: Thirty (30) adult Wistar rats (n=5) were randomly assigned into six groups (A-F). Group A served as control; Group B - 10 mg/kg As2O3 only; Group C - 190 mg/kg body weight of Zingiber officinale stem extract and 10 mg/kg As2O3; Group D - 380 mg/kg body weight of Zingiber officinale stem extract and 10 mg/kg As2O3; Group E - 50 mg/kg body weight of standard drug (silymarin) and 10 mg/kg As2O3. Group F - 380 mg/kg body weight of Zingiber officinale stem extract.
RESULTS: Results of haematological parameters showed no significant difference (p>0.05) across groups. The arsenic trioxide-only group had significantly decreased glutathione, catalase, and superoxide dismutase, and increased malondialdehyde levels (p<0.05) compared to control. Pre-treatment with Zingiber officinale and silymarin significantly improved these markers (p<0.05). Histologically, arsenic trioxide caused severe spleen damage, while pre-treatment with Zingiber officinale and silymarin showed marked improvement. In conclusion,
CONCLUSION: Taken together, these findings provide evidence that Zingiber officinale protects against arsenic trioxide-induced spleen damage in Wistar rats.
Histomorphological study of the effect of methanol leaf extract of Nicotiana tabacum (Tobacco) on substantia nigra par reticularis in Wistar rats.
Authors: Wahab A.O. , Hamman W.O. , Agbon A.N. , Akpulu P.S. , Sadam A.A.
Published: July 2024

BACKGROUND AND AIM: Smokeless or “Spit” are products of tobacco without combustion or pyrolysis at the time of use and the consumption of smokeless tobacco products continue to grow globally in form of dipping, snuffing, chewing and sniffing. The neurotoxic effect of tobacco is well documented.  The Substantia nigra par reticularis, an important basal nuclei structure sets the pattern for facilitation of voluntary movements of the body. This study assessed the effect of methanol leaf extract of Nicotiana tabacum (MLNT) on histomorphological studies of the substantia nigra par reticularis in Wistar rats.
METHODOLOGY: Twenty male Wistar rats were divided into four groups (A-D, n=5). Group A was the control group treated with Tween 80 and Olive oil which served as vehicle for dissolution of MLNT. Groups B-D was treated with 200, 400 and 600 mg/kg MLNT respectively. Treatment was done for orally for four weeks. At the end of the experiment, the harvested brain tissue was weight before been processed for histological analysis. The body weight and the brain organosomatic index was computed and analyzes statistically using Statistical Package for social Science (IBM SPSS) Version 25.0.
RESULTS: Results obtained for the body weight show no statistical significant difference between the initial and the final weight when compared to the control and also, the brain organosomatic index significant increase (p<0.05) in all treated groups when compared to the control, especially with MLNT (200 mg/kg). Histological and histochemical observations showed neurodegeneration in all treated groups when compared to the control.
CONCLUSION: Finding from this studies revealed that MLNT could act as a potential neurotoxicant that can cause the acceleration of neurodegeneration in the substantia nigra par reticularis of Wistar rats thereby altered the coordination of motor activity.
Interrogating Human Resource Planning and Performance of Tertiary Health Care Institutions in South East Nigeri
Authors: Egwuagu Uloma , Chikeleze F.O , Udenta J.O.
Published: July 2024

The study examined human resource planning on performance of tertiary health care institutions in South East, Nigeria. The population of the study was 3891. Taro Yamani formula was used to determine the sample size of 532.The collected data was analysed through the use of a mean score. The z-normal distribution (z-test) was applied in testing the hypotheses. The findings revealed that human resource planning has a significant effect on enhanced patient care in tertiary health care institutions in South East, Nigeria, that human resource planning has significantly increased operational efficiency of tertiary health care institutions in South East, Nigeria and that human resource planning had a significant effect on innovation and research in tertiary health care institutions in South East, Nigeria. The study concluded that human resource planning plays a critical role in aligning workforce capabilities with organizational goals and objectives, thereby enhancing operational efficiency, patient care quality, innovation, and human capacity building. The study recommended among others that for enhanced Patient Care: management of tertiary healthcare institutions should implement comprehensive human resource planning strategies to ensure optimal staffing levels, skill mix, and workload distribution, promoting continuity of care and improving patient outcomes through personalized and timely interventions.
Sustainable Development Goal 1 and Poverty Alleviation in South East Nigeria: The Nexus
Authors: Onah Vitalis , Ezeodili Walter , Okwueze Felicia
Published: July 2024

Poverty has remained endemic in Nigeria bringing about low standard of living for majority of the masses. Government and international organizations are coming up with policies and programmes aimed at reducing the impact of this malaise. One such programme by United Nations Organization is Sustainable Development Goals with seventeen (17) targets aimed at addressing social, economic, and environmental aspects of sustainable development. The study adopted descriptive research design. The population of the study was 21,955,400. Taro Yamane’s formula was used to determine the sample size of 625. The data was analysed through the use of descriptive and inferential analysis, one sample t-test as used to test the hypotheses. Findings of the study showed that SDG1 had a positive significant influence on income generation, social protection, sustainable livelihood, access to education, and establishment of micro enterprises in South East Nigeria. The study recommended that for SDG1 to further make impact in the South East Nigeria, governments of the five states that make up the zone, should identify the marginalized communities and prioritize the implementation of SDG policies in those communities.
Perscoping Performance of Tertiary Health Care Institutions in South East Nigeria: Human Resource Planning and Development Question Nexus
Authors: Egwuagu Uloma , Udenta J.O , Chikeleze F.O
Published: July 2024

The study examined the Performance of Tertiary health care institutions in South East Nigeria, the place of human resource planning and development. Date collected were analysed using mean score. The z-normal distribution (z-test)
was applied in testing the hypotheses. The findings revealed that Human resource planning does not have a significant effect on medical equipment utilisation in tertiary health care institutions in South East, Nigeria and that human resource planning has a significant effect on human capacity building in tertiary health care institutions in South East, Nigeria. The study concluded that human resource planning helps to ensure theavailability of qualified and varied personnel by proactively managing their workforce, optimising staff deployment, and cultivating a culture of continuous learning and professional development.The study recommended among others that for continuous medical equipment utilization, the management of tertiary healthcare institutions should enhance medical equipment utilization by aligning human resource planning with equipment maintenance, operation, and training needs, ensuring the availability of skilled personnel and resources to maximize equipment functionality and improve patient care outcomes.
Exploring the Relationship between GDP Per Capita, Government Expenditure, and Poverty Reduction in Tanzania
Authors: Dimoso Romanus
Published: July 2024

The government of Tanzania has been actively engaged in efforts to reduce poverty, yet the challenge remains persistent. This study examined the relationship between GDP per capita, government expenditure (GCE), and poverty reduction in the country. The main objective was to analyze the trends and cointegration between these variables in Tanzania. Utilizing a statistical study design, this research employed time series data covering the period from 1981 to 2017. The findings revealed that while poverty has been trending downwards, both GCE and GDP per capita have shown upward trends. Moreover, the analysis demonstrated a significant cointegration between GDP per capita, GCE, and poverty reduction, indicating that these variables are interrelated in the long run. This implies that government expenditure and economic growth are crucial factors in the ongoing efforts to alleviate poverty in Tanzania. Based on these insights, it is recommended that the government increase investment in education and health services to further enhance GDP per capita growth. Additionally, expanding infrastructure projects can create employment opportunities, directly impacting poverty reduction. Lastly, implementing efficient fiscal policies that prioritize social welfare spending will sustain and amplify the positive trends in poverty alleviation
Ouverture de “New Perspectives in Global Competition”
Authors: Brondoni Silvio M. , Risso Mario
Published: July 2024

The decline of international competitiveness of European companies began in the early 1970s and since then there has been no reversal of the trend. In recent years, also due to the growing concentration of investments caused by the 'Oversize Economy' (Brondoni, 2019), the degree of technological advancement of Europe, the United States and China has lost all relationship with the size of their respective Gross National Product.  In fact, investments in technology grow when the resources of a large developed or developing market are coordinated by a system of large corporations and finalized by a policy of applied research put at the service of a design capable of mobilizing the resources of an entire country.
O potencial turístico das Águas Termais de Mole - Lugela (Moçambique)
Authors: Domingos Bene Paulo , Silva Uacane Mário
Published: July 2024

This research analyzes the Mole hot spring, located in the district of Lugela, in the province of Zambézia, in Mozambique, with the aim of contributing to greater knowledge of the physical-chemical properties of the waters and their potential for the development of tourist activity. The approach includes a brief analysis of secondary sources on this topic, including observation and interviews with local informants, for a better interpretation of the phenomenon. The study uses interviews, bibliographical consultation and observation, supported by the cartographic method based on GIS. The Mole hot spring is an outcrop of groundwater whose physicalchemical properties provide conditions for its use through tourism promotion initiatives with community participation. Starting from its colonial past as a point of leisure and entertainment, this source presents conditions for its use through the promotion of business initiatives, implementation of infrastructure, the use of cultural factors through the involvement of the local community. It is therefore concluded that the promotion of tourism based on the use of this thermal spring could allow the generation of income resulting from fees and other gains from the sale of artisanal and agricultural products, contributing to an improvement in the standard of living of part of the resident population. in that region. Therefore,
Estrés laboral en policías de la Delegación Policial el Carmen en Costa Rica: Una propuesta psicoeducativa de Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos
Authors: Jiménez Alfaro Daniela
Published: July 2024

El estudio desarrolló una guía psicoeducativa de Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos para los policías de la Delegación el Carmen en Costa Rica, enfocada en el manejo del estrés laboral. Utilizando una metodología cuantitativa y descriptiva, se aplicó un cuestionario cerrado que reveló que el 100% de los policías encuestados reconoce la relación entre el estrés laboral y sus funciones. El análisis mostró que el estrés está significativamente asociado con ser hombre, ocupar el puesto de Agente I, y tener cinco años de servicio en la delegación. Los hallazgos indicaron que el estrés laboral afecta la salud mental, las relaciones familiares, el desempeño laboral y el bienestar de los policías. Con base en estos resultados y una revisión bibliográfica, se creó y validó una guía psicoeducativa para ayudar a manejar el estrés laboral en esta población.
Importancia de la Auditoría de Mercadotecnia en Empresas Petroleras de Tabasco, México
Authors: López Martínez Carlos Edgar
Published: July 2024

En el dinámico escenario económico de Tabasco, el sector petrolero surge como uno de los pilares fundamentales para el crecimiento de la región. La abundancia de recursos energéticos en sus yacimientos no solo impulsa la economía local, sino que también determina la posición competitiva del estado en el mercado energético nacional e internacional. En este contexto, la mercadotecnia adquiere un papel crucial al no limitarse únicamente a la promoción de productos, sino al ser el impulsor principal de la diferenciación y la innovación empresarial. Por otro lado, emerge como una herramienta esencial para evaluar y mejorar las estrategias empresariales, identificando áreas de mejora y oportunidades de crecimiento. Este capítulo explora la importancia de la auditoría en la optimización de estrategias, su impacto en el CRM y su contribución al éxito y la sostenibilidad de las empresas petroleras.
Características de las empresas socialmente responsables en América Latina
Authors: Bojórquez Vargas Alma Rafaela , Sánchez Andrade Angélica Nohemí , Tamez Martínez Xóchitl , Pedraza Gómez Carlos , Segrado Pavón Romano Gino
Published: July 2024

En este capítulo, se muestran resultados de empresas que han sido reconocidas como empresas socialmente responsables (ESR) en América Latina, pues, el Centro Mexicano para la Filantropía (CEMEFI), en los últimos años ha ampliado sus fronteras de país y ha hecho mayor reconocimiento de empresas latinoamericanas, además de las mexicanas. Empresas que han desarrollado prácticas y acciones socialmente responsables y han logrado caracterizarse bajo este distintivo (ESR). Consecutivamente se hace visible que sí existen empresas en América Latina, sin importar el sector, tamaño o consolidación al que pertenezcan, que han logrado ser enlistadas como organizaciones que han actuado con responsabilidad en lo económico, social y/o medioambiental. Aquí se destacan listados de empresas más sobresalientes en distintas categorías de responsabilidad empresarial.
Desafíos del servicio de transporte urbano de pasajeros en la modalidad formal
Authors: Diago Ortiz Adriana , Ramírez Bolaños John Felipe , Semanate Solis María Fernanda
Published: July 2024

El presente artículo describe la problemática en la falta de eficiencia que actualmente se presenta en la prestación del servicio de transporte público urbano en la ciudad de Popayán – Colombia, realizando la caracterización de algunas variables que permiten conocer la percepción del servicio y su expectativa con respecto a la calidad del mismo. El enfoque conceptual de la investigación se articula hacia el análisis de la implementación que desde el 2009, se viene realizando por parte del gobierno nacional y local del proyecto denominado “Sistema estratégico de transporte publico SETP”, se describen variables relevantes en la prestación del servicio de transporte urbano de pasajeros en la modalidad formal, observando su entorno operativo, frecuencias, patrones de movilidad y percepción del servicio, de esta manera se obtiene una visión preliminar más objetiva y real de la situación actual del transporte urbano de pasajeros en la ciudad de Popayán.
Editore, Traditore: Vlady y la edición del libro Las Revoluciones y los Elementos
Authors: Gallardo Núñez Tonatiuh , Vázquez Solsona Silvia , Huet Covarrubias Dulce
Published: July 2024

El libro de Vlady Las Revoluciones y los Elementos fue publicado por el FCE en el 2011 con base en las grabaciones de dos visitas guiadas que el artista realizó en el 2004. A partir del análisis que realizamos de dicha versión y su cotejo con las cintas originales, caímos en la cuenta de que la edición final del libro muestra toda una serie de errores, omisiones, imprecisiones, incluso invenciones y censuras que el editor decidió incluir en la versión final y que terminan por tergiversar tanto lo que el pintor dijo de su obra, como los postulados estéticos que se encuentran detrás. No obstante, el libro de Las Revoluciones y los Elementos ha permanecido como uno de los referentes para la investigación de la obra de Vlady. ¿En qué medida la edición que se realizó de las grabaciones que captaron la viva voz del artista mientras recorría y explicaba su obra ha obturado el mensaje del pintor? ¿Qué consecuencias se pueden entrever cuando el libro más accesible que se dedica a su obra mural está escrito a la manera de un panfleto que, más que divulgar, simplifica todo lo expresado por el artista? En las siguientes páginas buscaremos comenzar a zanjar la cuestión; concluyendo con un breve corolario que muestra cómo el sesgo del editor se ha continuado incluso en investigaciones posteriores.
An Analysis of Syntactic Development Stage in Language Acquisition Process in Children Aged 3 Years
Authors: Dalpah Dalpah , Azahra Dimah , Nargis Nargis
Published: July 2024

This research analyzes 3 years old children to pay attention to their way of communicating by answering questions from us as researchers and how Ryuga (the child being observed) communicates with his parents. With the aim of exploring the stages of syntactic development in the development of language acquisition in 3 years old children. This will focus on understanding the sentence structures they use in communicating or speaking such as declarative, interrogative and imperative sentences. By examining these aspects, the research seeks to provide a detailed picture of the syntactic abilities of three years old children. This study used descriptive qualitative method. The results of this research found that Ryuga, who was the object of research, was able to compose meaningful sentences with the correct structure, using pronouns, and his ability to use various types of sentences such as declarative, interrogative and imperative sentences. all of them show good syntactic development in children aged 3 years in speaking. This progress is likely based on imitation and the role of the first language or mother tongue in forming syntactic abilities in Ryuga.
Analysis of the Influence of Environmental Factors on Communication Development and Self-Confidence in 2 Years Old Children
Authors: Maulana Aditia Hendri , Aini Alvita Farha , Kurniawati Sita Ardelia , Nargis Nargis
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this study was to track and assess the development of communication, self-confidence, and the influence of environmental factors in a two-year-old child. This case study investigated a child named Bara through direct observation for two hours in the playground and home environment on June 15–16, 2024. Direct interaction with the subject and observation were part of the data collection process. The results showed that Bara had age-appropriate communication skills, including understanding basic instructions and using simple words and sentences. Bara showed confidence in various activities and interactions with adults. Bara found that his home and social environment, with adequate stimulation and positive interactions, were very supportive of his growth. The study found that Bara has developed in communication and self-confidence at a good level, with significant support from environmental factors. Suggestions for further development include enriching language, increasing self-confidence, and making the supportive environment more optimal.
The Correlation between Chocolate Consumption Behaviors and Stress Levels in Secondary School Students in Bangkok Metropolitan Region
Authors: Mahidol Ananya Nantratip ,   University International Demonstration School (MUIDS), Nakhon Pathom, Thailand, Chitsongsawat Naratch-orn , Wongves Pimphadar ,   Triam Udom Suksa School, Bangkok, Thailand,   Patumwan Demonstration School (PDS), Bangkok, Thailand
Published: July 2024

Chocolate has shown to be linked with stress relief, better memory, and better mood in some reports. Also, chocolate consumption is one of the popular food indulgences in Thailand. Thus, this survey research aims to investigate the correlation between chocolate consumption behaviors and stress levels in secondary school students in the Bangkok metropolitan region. We also try to observe the habits of consuming chocolate in Thai secondary school students and how this consumption of chocolate will be related to stress levels. We collected a sample group voluntarily by using online questionnaires, which obtained a total of 335 participants. The questions were assessed on a Likert-scale from 1 to 5 and were then analyzed by valid percentages, mean, standard deviation, one-way ANOVA(F-test), and the Pearson correlation. The results of the study reveal that chocolate consumption has a significant role in stress reduction among secondary school students; however, the R-value of 0.284 in this study is quite low, which indicates a slight correlation between chocolate consumption and stress levels. Focusing on each gender, it is evident that females tend to have more stress than males. Also, we observed that different grades have different stress levels. This study could be further improved by expanding the age demographic of the participants to not only cover teenagers but also by increasing the radius of the survey region to cover more people. Nevertheless, this research suggests that consuming chocolate could be an option in relieving stress.
A Bibliometric Analysis of Perceived Organizational Support and Performance using Vosviewer
Authors: Wargoputri Anisa Indigovera ,   Master of Management, Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta, Indonesia., Wahyuningsih Rr. Sri Handari , Surwanti Arni ,   Master of Management, Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta, Indonesia.,   Master of Management, Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this research is to explore and analyze research trend on perceived organizational support and performance using the Scopus database. A literature review was used in this study by conducting a bibliometric analysis approach with VOSViewer software to visualize the bibliometric network in the last ten years. This research approach carried out bibliographical analysis by taking the Scopus database based on the keyword “perceived organizational support” and “performance”. Then filtering research articles was carried out in the 2013 – 2023 period. Publications according to keywords initially amounted to 637 articles, after which 387 articles were filtered. Perceived organizational support and performance are interconnected topics. The development of perceived organizational support and performance has led to an increase in the number of publications by year with peak point in 2023. China is noted as the leading country in contributing publication. The most affiliate was from University of Houston. The most prominent author is Eisenberger with remarkable 8 publications and his publication have been cited in 961 documents. International Journal of Human Resource Management contributed regularly based on publication by source. These publications were published in the subject area Business, Management, and Accounting (35.3%). Analysis using VOSViewer produces network, overlay, and density visualization of co-occurrence by keyword revealed 78 items divided into 7 clusters marked with different color. The interrated factor include human resource management support, engagement, self efficacy, organization, etc. Thus, additional research could be interesting.
Influence of Strategic Management Process on Performance of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises in Eldoret Town
Authors: Munyakho Evans Wanjala ,   Mount Kenya university student, Orina Dr. Evans ,   Mount Kenya university student
Published: July 2024

A company that wants to surpass its rivals employs a constant culture of appraisal as part of its strategic management process. Developing the organization's broad vision for its present and future goals is a challenging process. This study's objective is to find out the influence of strategic management process on performance of Small and medium-sized enterprises in Eldoret Town. This project was guided by the following objectives, establish the impact of environmental scanning on performance of Small and medium-sized enterprises in Eldoret Town and to find out the impact of strategy formulation on performance of Small and medium-sized enterprises in Eldoret Town. The research relied on the principle of resource-based learning. This study used mixed method both quantitative and qualitative approaches design. 160 responders was study's target population. The respondents were obtained using sample size using Yamane formulae and sample size of 40 was utilized. Every participant in a basic random sample has an equal chance of being chosen, and the entire data set is represented by a tiny, random subset of the population. The gathered data will be analyzed, coded, sorted to remove outliers, and statistically produced using the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS). The study findings indicated that the environmental scanning had a positive and statistically significant impact on performance of Small and medium-sized enterprises in Eldoret Town Likewise, strategy formulation exhibited a positive and statistically significant effect on performance of small and medium-sized enterprises in Eldoret Town. In conclusion environmental scanning was essential for SMEs to be innovative, also, strategy formulation empowered SMEs to take a proactive stance in managing their business, enabling them to anticipate, plan for, and respond to changes in their operating environment effectively.
CAPÍTULO 1: DIAGNÓSTICO DE DIABETES MELLITUS Y ENFERMEDAD RENAL CRÓNICA
Authors: González Joaquín , Barada Claudia , Dain Alejandro , Gómez Martin Carolina , Sindín Javier Robaina
Published: July 2024

La enfermedad renal crónica (ERC) se define por la presencia de alteraciones en la estructura y/o en la función renal por un período mayor de 3 meses y con implicancias para la salud1,2.
La categoría del filtrado glomerular (FG) se establece en cinco estadios (del E1 al E5); el E3 se subdivide en E3a y E3b, según la tasa del FG (TFG) esté entre 59 a 45 o entre 44 a 30 mL/min/1,73 m2, respectivamente.
Además, se deberá categorizar la albuminuria para cualquier grado de FG. Para simplificar la evaluación y el pronóstico, se propusieron tres categorías de albuminuria: A1, A2 o A3, según resulte: A1 <30, A2 30-300 o A3 >300 mg/g. Las equivalencias en mg/mmol son A1 <3, A2 3-30 y A3 >30, y en albuminuria en orina de 24 horas (h) son A1 <30, A2 30-300 y A3 >300 mg/24 horas.
La clasificación adecuada de la ERC debe considerar la causa, las categorías de la TFG (E1-E5) y en ausencia de otros marcadores de daño renal, la excreción urinaria de albúmina en forma persistente (A1-A2-A3).
CAPÍTULO 4: NUTRICIÓN EN LA ENFERMEDAD RENAL CRÓNICA Y DIABETES MELLITUS
Authors: Pomares María Laura , Bensusán Teresa , Batistella Valeria , Callegari Carlos , Macció Yanina , Volta Mariela
Published: July 2024

Existen desafíos y consideraciones que deben jerarquizarse al abordar los estudios en nutrición. La evidencia analizada para cada uno de los objetivos estudiados y sus resultados se encuentra, en todos los casos, limitada en su alcance por razones metodológicas: la heterogeneidad de las intervenciones, la dificultad para encontrar un adecuado grupo control, la realización de estudios doble ciego, el tamaño muestral, el tiempo de seguimiento, entre otras. Es por esto que, si bien la intervención nutricional es indispensable, resulta difícil contar con un alto grado de certeza acerca del impacto de esta en la ERC y la DM.
En esta sección analizaremos el impacto de diferentes macro y micronutrientes en distintos aspectos de estos pacientes, respondiendo solo en aquellos en los que se encontró evidencia. En el caso del potasio, fósforo, calcio y vitaminas en la alimentación, se hallaron resultados mixtos y evidencia limitada, por lo que solo se mencionan algunas sugerencias.
Evolving Trends in Cybersecurity: Exploring the Latest Technologies and Strategies
Authors: Navandar Pavan ,   USA
Published: July 2024

In today's digital age, the landscape of cybersecurity is continuously evolving as cyber threats become more sophisticated and pervasive. To combat these threats, organizations must stay ahead of the curve by leveraging the latest technologies and strategies. This white paper explores the emerging trends in cybersecurity, focusing on the innovative technologies and approaches that are shaping the future of digital security
SHAHAR AHOLISINING IJTIMOIY HAYOTIDAGI O‘ZGARISHLAR VA MUAMMOLAR TAHLILI (XX ASRNING 70-80 YILLARI O‘ZBEKISTONNING JANUBIY VILOYATLAR MISOLIDA)
Authors: Ollamurodov Nurali
Published: July 2024

Ushbu maqolada O‘zbekistonning janubiy hududlari hisoblangan Qashqadaryo va Surxondaryo viloyatlari shahar aholisining ijtimoiy turmushi, ta’minoti hamda maishiy hayoti bilan bog‘liq masalalar o‘rganilayotgan davr kesimida birlamchi manbalar asosida tahlil qilingan.
O‘ZBEKISTON IQTISODIYOTIGA TO‘G‘RIDAN-TO‘G‘RI XORIJIY INVESTITSIYALARNI JALB QILISHNING HUQUQIY VA INSTITUTSIONAL ASOSLARI
Authors: Murtozayev Sardorbek
Published: July 2024

Mazkur maqolada O‘zbekiston iqtisodiyotiga to‘g‘ridan-to‘g‘ri xorijiy investitsiyalarni jalb qilishning huquqiy va institutsional asoslari tahlil qilingan. O‘zbekistonda xorijiy investitsiyalarni rag‘batlantirish va investitsion muhitni yaxshilashga qaratilgan qonunchilik hamda hukumat institutlari va tashkilotlarining keng qamrovli asoslari yaratilganligi asoslangan hamda huquqiy muhitning yanada takomillashtirish va hukumat institutlari va tashkilotlarining samaradorligini oshirish bo‘yicha amaliy taklif va tavsiyalar ishlab chiqilgan.
TADBIRKORLIK FAOLIYATI VA TADBIRKORLIK MADANIYATINI SHAKLLANTIRISHNING FALSAFIY JIHATLARI
Authors: Karimov Ulmasbek
Published: July 2024

Tаdbirkоrlik ijtimоiy-iqtisоdiy fеnоmеn sifаtidа insоn hаyotining muhim jihаti hisоblаnib, bundа shахs o‘zini-o‘zi ijоdiy nаmоyon etish imkоniyatigа egа bo‘lаdi. Tаdbirkоrlik fаqаt mаhsulоt ishlаb chiqаrish bilаn chеgаrаlаnmаydi. Uning tаrmоg’i ilmiy mаslаhаt vа tаvsiyalаr bеrish, mоliyaviy fаоliyat ko‘rsаtishni o‘z ichigа оlаdi. Shuningdеk, tаdbirkоrlik fаоliyati jаrаyonidаn qаbul qilingаn mаdаniy qаdriyatlаr tizimini, mа’nаviy-ахlоq mе’yorlаrini o‘zidа ifоdа etаdi, hаmdа muаyyan shахs ijtimоiy fе’l-аtvоrini shаkllаntirаdi. Ushbu mаqоlаdа tadbirkorlik faoliyati va tadbirkorlik madaniyatini shakllantirishning falsafiy jihatlari tаdqiq etilgаn.
ETNIK-BAG‘RIKENGLIK-MILLATLARARO MUNOSABATLARNI TARTIBGA SOLISH-NING ASOSIY MEXANIZMI SIFATIDA
Authors: Matnazarova Muhayyo
Published: July 2024

Mazkur maqolada “etnikbag’rikenglik” tushunchalarining paydo bo‘lishi, mazmuni, shakllanishi, rivojlanishiga oid zamonaviy konsepsiyalar, nazariyalar, “millatlararo munosabtlar” tushunchasi  tuzilmasi va ularning namoyon bo‘lish shakllari, farqli jihatlari va dialektik aloqadorlik masalalari, bu borada xorijiy va milliy doiradagi izlanishlar ilmiy o‘rganilgan, tadqiq etilgan ilmiy fikrlar tizimlashtirilib, bu borada tadqiqot doirasida xulosa va tavsiyalar ishlab chiqilgan.
SAYOHATNOMA JANRINING GENEZISI VA TARAQQIYOTI
Authors: Atadjanova Sevara
Published: July 2024

Ushbu maqolada XIX asr o‘rtalariga qadar jahon adabiyotida sayohatnomalarning tarixiy rivojlanishi va adabiy ahamiyati o‘rganiladi. Bu janrning qadimgi yunon adabiyotidagi kelib chiqishi, o‘rta asrlardagi haj rivoyatlari orqali evolyutsiyasi va uyg‘onish hamda ma’rifat davrida kengayishini o‘rganadi. Tadqiqot janrning geografik va etnografik ma’lumotlarni taqdim etish hamda badiiy adabiyotni turli mintaqalarning yorqin tavsiflari bilan boyitishdagi ikki tomonlama rolini ta’kidlaydi. Maqolada, shuningdek, zamonaviy adabiy tanqidning sayohatnomaning chegaralari va ta’riflari haqidagi bahslari muhokama qilinadi.
АНТРОПОЦЕНТРИЧЕСКИЕ ПОСЛОВИЦЫ И ИХ РЕПРЕЗЕНТАЦИЯ В АНГЛИЙСКОМ, РУССКОМ, УЗБЕКСКОМ, КАЗАХСКОМ ЯЗЫКАХ
Authors: Камбарова Маржан
Published: July 2024

Пословицы интересны не только как единицы языка и речи, но и как средство познания национального характера народа, как хранилище разнообразной лингвокультурологической информации. Пословицы заключают в себе совокупность мнений, выработанных народом как лингвокультурной общностью.  Все пословицы имеют антропоцентрическую направленность, так как их значение, назидательность, нравоучительность направлены на человека. В пословицах о человеке представлены его главные особенности – мышление, говорение, трудолюбие или лень, социальный статус, его отношение к людям, к окружающей природе и т.д. В статье рассматривается выражение понятия человек в антропоцентрических пословицах. Материалом исследования служат пословицы разносистемных языков: английского, русского, узбекского, казахского языков, в которых понятие человек имеет как общечеловеческие, так и национально-культурные особенности.
YOSH BASKETBOLCHILARNI KOMPLEKS TAYYORLASH
Authors: Qurbonmurodov Egamberdi
Published: July 2024

Ushbu maqolada basketbol o‘yinining jismoniy, texnik va taktik jihatlari bo‘yicha mashg‘ulotlarni o‘z ichiga olgan yosh basketbolchilarni kompleks tayyorlashga yondashuv tasvirlangan. Muallif jismoniy mashqlar va mahoratni rivojlantirishga, shuningdek, taktik strategiyalar va o‘yin vaziyatlarini tushunishga e’tibor qaratib, muvozanatli sportchi rivojlanishining ahamiyatini muhokama qiladilar. Maqolada keltirilgan yondashuv yuqori malakali sportchilarni shakllantirish va musobaqalarda muvaffaqiyatli jamoaviy chiqish uchun maqbul shart-sharoitlarni yaratishga qaratilgan.
FUTBOLCHILARNING STRATEGIK VA TAKTIK TAYYORGARLIGI: ENG YUQORI SAMARADORLIKKA INTILISH
Authors: Babayev Anvar
Published: July 2024

Ushbu maqolada futbolchilar uchun maxsus ishlab chiqilgan texnik va taktik tayyorgarlikni va usullari to‘g‘risida to‘liq ma’lumot berilgan. Futbol ko‘rsatkichlarida jismoniy tayyorgarlik muhimligini tan olgan holda, samarali taktik tayyorgarlik futboldagi muvaffaqiyatning asosiy elementi hisoblanadi, chunki bu jamoaga o‘z imkoniyatlarini maksimal darajada oshirish imkonini berishi bayon qilingan.
CHET TILI O'QITISHDA ADABIYOTDAN FOYDALANISHNING AHAMIYATI
Authors: Qayimova Nargiza
Published: July 2024

Ushbu maqolada chet tili darslarida adabiy manbalardan foydalanishning ahamiyati o‘rganilgan va tadqiqot  mobaynida xorijiy til  sinflarida to‘g‘ri tanlangan adabiy materiallardan foydalanishning ahamiyatini o‘rganish va ta’kidlashga  asosiy diqqat qaratilgan. Adabiyot chet tilini o‘qitishning muhim va foydali vositasi hisoblanadi.  Adabiyotdan foydalanish jarayonida o'qish, yozish, tinglash va gapirish kabi to'rtta asosiy til ko'nikmalarini kompleks tarzda o'rgatish kerak. Og'zaki va yozma muloqotni nafaqat og'zaki va yozma nutqning bir jihati sifatida emas, balki tildan foydalanishning ajralmas qismi sifatida ko’rib chiqish lozim.  Til o’qitish jarayonida  til ko'nikmalarini o'z ichiga olgan manbalarfdan foydalangan holda o’rganuvchilarning til o’rganish jarayonini yanada samarali va qiziqarli tashkil etishga erishish mumkin va bu jarayonda ular xorijiy tilda ishlatiladigan so'zlar, iboralar va jumlalarni real kontekstda foydalanishini o’rganadilar.
La réception de Spinoza dans les milieux réformés néerlandais du XVIIe siècle
Authors: Secretan Catherine
Published: July 2024

Les premières réactions à la philosophie de Spinoza dans les milieux réformés néerlandais ont porté sur ses deux œuvres majeures, le Traité théologico-politique d’abord, paru en 1670, puis l’Éthique, publiée au sein des Œuvres posthumes, en 1677. Toutefois, cette philosophie était loin d’être ignorée avant ces deux dates, non seulement parce que l’intérêt de son auteur pour les idées nouvelles l’avait mis en relation avec les milieux cartésiens, mais également parce que, à la demande de ses correspondants, il avait souvent été amené à s’exprimer sur des questions philosophiques. La parution du Traité théologico-politique devait néanmoins susciter une levée de boucliers, comme si nul, y compris parmi ses proches, n’avait encore imaginé jusqu’où pouvait mener la radicalité du système philosophique de Spinoza. C’est là ce qui fait l’intérêt particulier des réactions très vite exprimées dans la correspondance adressée à Spinoza (Henry Oldenburg) ou échangée entre certains de ses proches (Lambert van Velthuysen et Jacob Ostens) : au-delà des raisons théologico-politiques de la critique biblique spinoziste, c’est la rigoureuse connexion de celle-ci avec la philosophie première de l’Éthique que mettent en évidence ses premiers lecteurs. Comme une riposte implicite aux accusations d’athéisme, la réception de l’Éthique a au contraire mis l’accent sur la conformité de cette œuvre avec l’enseignement des Écritures, et proposé une interprétation spiritualiste de la philosophie de Spinoza.