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Digital Transformation in Quantity Surveying: Where Lies the Issues?
Authors: Akinshipe Olushola , Ikuabe Matthew , Aigbavboa Clinton
Published: June 2022

Most industries are embracing digitalisation as a result of the fourth industrial revolution. However, the construction industry has lagged in this bid as it only recently embraced technological innovations. In recent times, quantity surveying firms are continually adopting technological innovation in their work practices. The current study will provide relevant knowledge about the impact of digitalisation within quantity surveying firms in South Africa. Hence, the study explores the stumbling blocks to digitalisation in quantity surveying. Data for the research was gathered through a survey of professional quantity surveyors working in South Africa. Theoretical review highlights that the value added by digital transformation greatly outweighs the problem, hence the need to ensure that the quantity surveying profession is fully digitalised. Theoretical findings classified the barriers to digital transformation in quantity surveying four significant categories; personnel competency, cost and affordability, data and cyber security issues and stakeholders concerns. Empirical findings rank the barriers in the order of impact as follows: first - cost and affordability, second - personnel competency, third - stakeholders concerns data and last - cyber security issues. These costs include the cost of purchase, installation and operation of digital tools, as well as training and development of staff to deploy digital transformation within activities and processes. Finally, it is recommended that governmental and professional institutions support the digital transformation in funding, educational reforms and sensitisation programmes.
Muscle Fatigue for the Health Staff in Hospital Operating Unit
Authors: Roja Zenija , Freiberga Patricija , Kalkis Henrijs
Published: June 2022

For the research the health sector was selected and it is one of the largest sectors of the economy in Latvia, where more than 6.8% of workers are employed in different professions. Operating block employees from different hospital clinics were selected for the research. The aim of the study was to investigate muscle fatigue and its causes for the operation unit health staff. Such investigation methods were used: survey, determination of the hand muscle strength, muscle fatigue analysis. Survey results prove that operation unit staff indicates discomfort in various body parts after the work shift. That is in accordance with the results of myotonometric measurements that show that during the weekly working cycle, the most loaded muscle groups were in shoulder region and legs, but less loaded were arm muscles. Analysis of the strength of the handgrip muscle shows that the mean handgrip muscle strength of nearly all the employees of the studied professions is in line with the norm before and after a week of performance, for some right-hand grip muscle strength is slightly greater than the strength of the left hand. The research will be continued with motion capture analysis to analyze the awkward movements during operations for surgeons, nurses, and surgeons-residents.
Methodology of ergonomic evaluation in construction and building works
Authors: Corrales Cesar , Romero Dennis
Published: June 2022

This work proposes a practical methodology for the evaluation and control of ergonomic risks in construction and building works. The methodology starts with the Analysis of Working Conditions for Risk Identification, and then selects the critical positions using techniques such as the hierarchical analytical method or the criteria comparison matrix. The next step is to determine the ergonomic tools to be used per workstation, and once the evaluations are completed, the results of the risk level and the recommended actions are considered as a basis for improvement proposals. Of particular importance at this stage is the use of the Ruler tool for angle measurement. The improved positions are re-evaluated to verify the favorable changes from an ergonomic point of view and, in addition, risk level values are compared before and after the implementation of proposals. Finally, the methodology includes an implementation plan and an economic evaluation, to decide whether it is appropriate to invest in ergonomic improvements. Improvements are observed in accident indicators related to the presence of ergonomic risks, while evaluating the opportunity cost related to potential savings for the organization related to absenteeism, staff turnover, costs related to medical breaks and potential fines for non-compliance with legal regulations. Finally, it is concluded that there is a potential profitability and feasibility of the ergonomic interventions applied and proposed.
Evaluation models of muscle fatigue recovery for manual demolishing tasks
Authors: Yi Cannan , Hu Hong , He Jiayuan , Tang Fan , Li Kaiway , Zheng Yanfang , Zuo Huali
Published: June 2022

Manual demolition tasks are heavy physical demanding tasks that may cause muscle fatigue accumulation and lead to work-related musculoskeletal injuries (WMSDs). Asking the operators to have a rest is a vital way to reduce muscle fatigue. How long the rest time would be fine for operators to recover becomes important. This study aims to establish muscle fatigue recovery evaluation models for manual demolition tasks to determine the recovery time of the operators. A muscle fatigue recovery test of manual demolition tasks was designed and organized. A total of 12 male college students were recruited. Their muscle force and ratings of perceived exertion (RPE) were measured at 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 min. ANOVA analysis was done to show the effects of the time period on the force and RPE. Correlation analysis was performed to show the relationship between measured parameters. Regression analysis was carried out to establish models. The study showed that time significantly influenced F(t) and RPE. With the progressing of the muscle fatigue recovery, the F(t) went up and the RPE went down. The time, F(t), and RPE were significantly related. Both F(t) and RPE models were established and assessed. The constructed models were reasonable and able to describe the characteristics of muscle fatigue recovery in manual demolishing tasks.
Thermal comfort prediction of aged industrial workers based on occupants' basal metabolic rate
Authors: Caporale Alice , Gabriele Galizia Francesco , Botti Lucia , Mora Cristina
Published: June 2022

The increasing workforce ageing brings benefits and challenges in industrial structures. Industries consider aged workers as essential resources thanks to their experience and skills. Conversely, the aged workers' progressive functional and cognitive decline reduce their tolerance to industrial environmental conditions, negatively impacting performance. In particular, after age 30, there is a progressive inefficiency in the physiological response to temperature changes. Therefore, thermal discomfort conditions have a worse impact as the workers' age increases. The Predicted Mean Vote (PMV) methodology is conventionally used to predict the human sensation of thermal comfort on a seven-point thermal sensation scale. Such methodology does not take account of progressive decline in thermoregulation capacity with age. This paper aims to fill this gap by proposing an analytic model for the prediction of thermal comfort. The Metabolic rate (M) parameter in the PMV equation is calculated from the Harris-Benedict equations revised by Mifflin and St Jeor (1990) for the Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR), including the age factor for a more accurate evaluation of the workers' thermal sensation. The aim is to safeguard the aged workers' health and well-being to enhance their performance during work.
Millenials: Profiling the South African quantity surveyors of the future
Authors: Hoffman Danie , Van Eck Elzane
Published: June 2022

The future growth and prosperity of an organisation or in this case of the professional discipline of quantity surveying in South Africa have strong links with effective succes-sion planning. The next generation will be measured on how well they will be able to build on the successes and stature of the preceding generations. The success and prosperi-ty that the South Africa quantity surveying profession will enjoy during the next decade or more rests on the shoulders of the current generation of new entrants and young profes-sionals recently established in the profession. This younger generation of professionals also belongs to the age group often referred to as millennials.Millennials are people born between 1980 – 2000 and who are therefore currently be-tween 21 to 41 years of age. In 2020, approximately 60% of all registered quantity sur-veyors in South Africa were millennials. This cohort will become the future leaders and visionaries to carry the profession of quantity surveying into the future.Contrasting to previous generations the millennials have grown up and were educated and trained in the electronic and digital age. Their differing roots may carry with it chal-lenges that may hamper effective communication with the current leadership of the pro-fession. The better the current leaders are able to know and understand the millennials in their fold, the more likely a successfull passing of the batten to the next generation will become. This study is based on a questionnaire from the Association of South African Quantity Surveyors, assisted by the University of Pretoria. The questionnaire was distributed on a national bases to all the South African quantity surveyors on the data base. The study will evaluate various aspects that describe the profile of South African mil-lennial quantity surveyors. The aspects that will be compared include the age, gender, race, and locational spread of the millenails who participated in the survey. Additional aspects such as their academic qualifications, nationality, registration status with the Council of South African Quantity Surveyors, and their length of term of current em-ployment will be used to provide a reasonably detailed description of the younger genera-tion of South African quantity surveyors.The above information will be of value to the Association of South African Quantity Surveyors, to the management of quantity surveying firms and also to institutions such as universities that offer accredited academic programmes for the training of quantity sur-veyors. The findings can also be shared with quantity surveying professions across inter-national borders to compare against the profiles of their millennial cohorts of quantity surveyors.
Occupational health care services for informal workers. From public policy to real practice
Authors: Carlos Betancourt Sanchez Luis , Cuenca Cuellar Vladimir
Published: June 2022

Informal workers make up the majority of active workers in the world; However, actual access to occupational health services is limited, precarious, and of minimal relevance for health promotion in the workplace. Occupational health programs have a strong emphasis on accidents and to a lesser extent on disease prevention. However, this approach is based on a deterministic vision that does not correspond to the real needs of workers with respect to their health.Some countries establish in their regulatory frameworks that occupational health and safety services are the responsibility of the employer; in other cases, the services are administered by a public regulatory framework that allows access to a greater number of workers without considering the characteristics of insertion into employment. In the case of informal workers, although they have access to some primary health care services that constitute the first contact with the health system, there is little recognition of the health problems derived from work at this level.In some sectors, such as agriculture and mining, public policies have been implemented to promote health care for informal workers. However, multiple problems hinder the continuity of the programs and the quality of care for workers. The training of health professionals to integrate actions on occupational health in primary health care is scarce. The development of competencies for health professionals and community agents is timely and necessary, not only for the identification and analysis of work-related problems but also for the promotion of health in the workplace. On the other hand, financing of health care programs is scarce, sometimes it depends on political agreements that do not materialize in public programs that are sustained over time.It is necessary to emphasize that a combined action is required between the state and institutions, which allows establishing conditions for comprehensive care from the promotion of health in the workplace. All of the above are under a vision that goes beyond the notion of accidents and occupational diseases as central axes of workers' health.
More than a Machine at Work: Exploring the Impacts of Technological Change on Mental Health
Authors: Cunha Liliana , Silva Daniel , Maggioli Sarah
Published: June 2022

With the current technological transformations being developed, the focus seems to rely mainly on the increase of productivity and on promises of the reduction of physical constraints for workers. However, in the analysis of the new human-machine relationships induced by technological advances, other less visible impacts should be debated, namely for workers’ health and well-being. In a garment factory in Portugal, characterized by rigorous quality demands, sectored and short production cycles, with production times controlled by the minute, this study aims to analyze human-machine interactions from the point of view of their protagonists. A qualitative and participatory methodology was used (observations; individual and collective interviews; and moments of auto-confrontation). The results show how these work situations potentiate a "contained" suffering due to the lack of space for its verbalization, which ends up being managed individually, under penalty of being considered unfit for the work’s current demands.
Toxic Workplace Environment
Authors: Alsereidi Asmaa , Almarzooqi Amal , Amer Saed
Published: June 2022

This study aims to explore environmental toxicity in the workplace. The study highlights essential aspects of the toxicity environment, such as the definitions, causes, and impacts. The breach of contract in an organization is considered an important aspect that affects the employees’ mood and attitude in the workplace. The failure of duties and responsibilities of an organization may greatly significantly affect employees psychologically. The violation of company-employees agreement plays a significant role in changing employees' views and feelings. The research study has shown that the best intervention measures in the workplace help reduce adverse effects of thetoxic environment in an organization. The study suggests that intervention skills such as team- building, cultural diversification helps in reducing social behavior such as harassment, discrimination, and bullying, thus reducing toxicity harm. Several graphs have been used to explain the different types of stress triggered by various aspects such as working nature, workplace relationships, and threats. The organization's code of ethics helps guide the employees and management to make reasonable judgments, thus eliminating unethical issues. The study highlighted some crucial recommendations which when embraced, may enhance a suitable workplace, thus minimizing workplace toxicity.
Bases and fundamentals of Obradorism in Mexico
Authors: Guevara Cesar , Antonio Rojo Gutiérrez Marco , Karina Guevara Ana
Published: June 2022

Obradorismo is a progressive approach to government that seeks to reduce inequality and combat corruption. It arose in Mexico with President Andrés Manuel López Obrador and bases its foundations on the moral economy and ethics of public administration. It is based on honesty and the correct actions of public servants. Contrary to neoliberalism, the obradorismo focuses on the efficient administration of the public treasury in favor of the people. Obradorismo highlights the customs and traditions of Mexico, takes up the importance of history and its values of the culture of the original peoples. Currently, Obradorismo presents itself as the current of progressive and democratic social thought in America.
Ergonomic Intervention in Pharmaceutical Distribution Work in India using the Principles of Anthropometry
Authors: Murarka Pallavi , Chauhan Manjit
Published: June 2022

Background:Workplace ergonomics deals in fitting workplace conditions and job demands to the capabilities of its user population. Ergonomic interventions are the measures taken to create a more user-friendly workplace following the ergonomic principles. Anthropometry, the study of statistical variation of human body dimensions and its implications on design, needs to be considered while designing equipment and workplaces and doing the ergonomic intervention. Objective:This study aimed to conduct an ergonomic intervention for workers in a pharmaceutical distribution unit to reduce the frequency of bending and kneeling postures. Method:The ergonomic intervention was done in three stages. In stage one, an assessment of work was done to understand work postures, work pattern, and duration of work. In stage two, a workstation was designed using ergonomics and anthropometry. In stage three, the workstation was introduced to workers. Intervention design:Using the principles of ergonomics, anthropometry, and guidelines for standing work, a standing workstation was designed. Standing measurements for elbow height, eye height, and length and height of arm reach front and arm reach side were considered. 5th, 95th, or 50th percentile of anthropometric measurements for the male population were utilized based on the anthropometric guidelines for reach, clearance, and range of motion and guidelines for designing a standing workstation.Result: The ergonomically designed worktable consisted of two primary components: an elevated worksurface and two side tables attached to it. The elevated horizontal platform or main worktable helped in eliminating excessive back and legs bending, twisting, and squatting on the floor. Two side tables provided space to keep packed goods. Other components of the worktable were footrests and storage space. Footrests were provided to support the body while working in a standing position. Drawers and shelves helped in storage and organizing the workplace. Nylon bushes were given to stabilize the workstation on uneven floors. Foldable side tables and removable overhead shelf provided flexibility in shifting and maintaining the workstation.
Working capacity and general functional state during a 20-day Arctic expedition (on the example of the Arctic Floating University)
Authors: Korneeva Yana , Tunkina Mariya , Simonova Natalia , Trofimova Anna
Published: June 2022

The climatic and geographical conditions of the Arctic region and social and living conditions of the expeditionary form of work can have a negative impact on the activities and well-being of people carrying out their professional activities in these conditions. The person functional state reflects the main activity level of the main physiological systems (autonomic nervous system, etc.) in a certain period of time. Daily monitoring of human’s functioning cardiovascular and nervous systems indicators is an effective technology for the prevention of psychological maladjustment, deterioration of health, and undesirable situations under the influence of unfavorable factors. The study purpose is to describe the working capacity and general functional states dynamics of expedition members during the expedition period in the Arctic. Research methods are instrumental psychophysiological methods, psychological questionnaires and multivariate statistical analysis methods. This study was conducted on research vessel within 20 days in the morning and in the evening. The study involved 39 people (average age – 33,6 ± 2 years). The majority of employees experience an increase in their working capacity against the background of a decrease in the level of their general functional state at the beginning of the expedition period. The middle of the expeditionary period is characterized by the instability of the working capacity level. With the end of the active research work period, the general functional state of many participants is associated with a period of rest and recovery. In the dynamics of the autonomic nervous system and the sympathetic nervous system states prevails over the parasympathetic according to the data of objective (instrumental psychophysiological diagnostics) and subjective methods (psychological methods). Some of the results correlate with our previous studies, which were devoted to the study of the shift workers' human functional state.
Conducive Design as an Iterative Process for Engineering CPPS
Authors: Kessler Franziska , Lorenz Sebastian , Miesen Felix , Miesner Jonas , Pelzer Florian , Satkowski Marc , Klose Anselm , Urbas Leon
Published: June 2022

To leverage the full potential of cyber-physical production systems (CPPS) in terms of flexibility and adaptability, the development of such systems must go beyond digitization and modularization. During the engineering and operation of CPPS, humans are essential enablers for the system’s changeability. In this paper, we propose a model of an iterative conducive design process that incorporates perspectives and competencies from several research disciplines such as process control, industrial engineering, computer science, and instructional and cognitive psychology. The goal of this approach is to enhance human-machine interaction and to realize efficient functioning of the system via a combination of the unique potentials provided by humans and the system. The proposed iterative approach is exemplified on a practical level in the engineering of a demonstration plant that tests safety systems for modular plants.
Self-directed Shop Floor Teams for Industry 4.0
Authors: Pokorni Bastian , Gelec Erdem , Verhasselt Stephan , Findeisen Stefanie
Published: June 2022

Pharmaceutical packaging processes are changing drastically in their characteristics from low order-mix with high volumes to a situation with a high order-mix with low volumes due to increasing individualization of products. This requires highly flexible automation concepts on the one hand and very flexible work organizations on the other. As part of Industry 4.0, a wide range of technologies are being researched and implemented. The work organization in the production of the future remains insufficiently researched. The performance potential of self-directed and agile teams has been confirmed in the field of knowledge work. The importance of self-direction and autonomous work teams has been emphasized in lean manufacturing in the past, but there is a lack of practical examples of how such organizational forms can look and which potentials can be realized regarding productivity, flexibility and employee satisfaction. Based on concepts of decentralized decision-making, shop-floor workers are empowered to take responsibility for the organization and control of processes. This paper presents a case study in which the planning and implementation of self-directed and agile teams in production was realized.
Realization of Logistics Operations Within Nigerian Manufacturing Industries
Authors: Dennis Adeitan Ayodeji , Aigbavboa Clinton , Cynthia Olubiyo Oyindamola , Oluwasegun Adewole Adebayo
Published: June 2022

In understanding the impact of logistics functions and processes as an important source of competitive advantage and on the survival of manufacturing industries in both global and local market, the level of awareness of logistics activities must be conducted. Therefore, this study focused on assessing the level of awareness of logistics activities in Nigerian manufacturing industries. A field survey with a well-structured and self-administered instrument of information collection were used to get necessary information from the respondents. One hundred and fifty manufacturing industries were selected intentionally to represent the best state of logistics activities awareness within Nigerian manufacturing industries. The findings revealed that the total average awareness level of logistics activities within the Nigerian manufacturing industries is average. Also, transport logistics is the most popular form of logistics activities in Nigeria, followed by warehouse/distribution logistics, domestic logistics, after-sales logistics, and procurement logistics. The findings also revealed that fourth party logistics and green logistics are the least popular logistics activities in Nigeria. This is due to the lack of new and effective information flow in their logistics management processes. The study therefore recommends that stakeholders in the Nigerian logistics industry, business owners and manufacturing industries should adopt one or more forms of logistics functions in their core business activities to aid sustainability, competitive advantage, performance, and economic growth.
SOLAR WIRELESS ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING SYSTEM
Authors: Journal IJSREM
Published: June 2022

This paper describes the design of solar powered charging station for charging of electric vehicle describes design of solar powered charging station for charging of electric vehicle that solves the key downside of fuel and pollution. Electric vehicles have now hit the road worldwide and are slowly growing in numbers. Apart from environmental benefits electric vehicles have also proven helpful in reducing cost of travel by replacing fuel by electricity which is way cheaper. Well here we develop an EV charging system that solves with a unique innovative solution. This EV charging of vehicles without any wires, No need of stop for charging, vehicle charges while moving, Solar power for keeping the charging system going, No external power supply needed. The system makes use of a solar panel, battery, transformer, regulator circuitry, copper coils, AC to DC converter, atmega controller and LCD display to develop the system. The system demonstrates how electric vehicles can be charged while moving on the road, eliminating the need to stop for charging. Thus the system demonstrates a solar powered wireless charging system for electric vehicles that can be integrated in the road. Keywords: Battery; Micro Controller; Embedded System; Transformer; Microprocessor; Electric Vehicle;
PENGARUH KOMPETENSI TERHADAP KINERJA PEGAWAI DI DINAS KEPENDUDUKAN DAN PENCATATAN SIPIL KOTA TASIKMALAYA
Authors: Kurnia Adi , - Andi
Published: June 2022

Kinerja pegawai yang dicapai suatu organisasi perangkat daerah (OPD) tentunya akan berbeda-beda, tergantung dari kinerja pegawai di instansi tersebut berdasarkan penilaian masyarakat dalam mendapatkan  pelayanan dari organisasi terebut. Kinerja berperan menuju kemajuan dan adanya perubahan instansi menjadi lebih baik.Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji kinerja pegawai yang dipengaruhi oleh kompetensi sumberdaya manusia pegawai di Dinas Kependudukan dan Pencatatan Sipil (Disdukcapil) Kota Tasikmalaya.dengan metoda riset deskriptif kuantitatif, dan teknis analisis menggunakan aplikasi SPSS 16.00. Hasil riset menunjukan bahwa secara sumultan kompetensi berpengaruh signifikan terhadap keberadaan kinerja pegawai Disdukcapil Kota Tasikmalaya sehingga dijadikan salah satu tolak ukur dan rujukan dalam mewujudkan kinerja pegawai Disdukcapil menjadi semakinmelaksanakan tupoksinya membantu Walikota Tasikmalaya selaras dengan visinya Disdukcapil Kota Tasikmalaya yaitu data kependudukan yang akuntabel demi terwujudnya pelayanan prima dalam administrasi kependudukan.

Kata kunci : Kompetensi, Kinerja pegawai.
Relaxatsion Responses To Extracts of Polygonum Hydropiper (L) In Porcine Coronary Artery: Role of Potassium Channel
Authors: Batool Amna
Published: June 2022

Polygonum hydropiper (L) is commonly known as “smart weed” that is used traditionally for the management of hypertension. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the effect of P. hydropiper extracts on vasorelaxation using porcine coronary artery rings.Segments of porcine coronary artery were mounted for isometric tension recording in isolated tissue baths and pre-contracted with the thromboxane A2 analog U46619.After pre-contraction, cumulative concentrations of P. hydropiper extracts were added to the tissues to determine the fraction with greatest activity. A variety of inhibitors of intracellular signaling pathways were then utilized in order to determine the mechanism of relaxation. P. hydropiper extracts produced a concentration dependent relaxation of the porcine coronary artery, with the butanol soluble fraction producing the greatest response. The relaxation to the butanol soluble extract was not reduced by removal of endothelium indicating endothelium-independent mechanism of relaxation. Furthermore, the relaxation was unaffected by removal of extracellular calcium, and pre-incubation with the extract had no effect on contractions due to influx of extracellular calcium or release of intracellular calcium. However, relaxation responses were decreased in the presence of potassium channel blockers. Relaxation responses to sodium nitroprusside and forskolin were enhanced by the presence of the butanol soluble extract, suggesting phosphodiesterase inhibitory action. Indeed, relaxation responses to the PDE 4 and PDE 5 inhibitors rolipram and sildenafil were similarly inhibited by potassium channel blockers, indicating that the effect of the butanol extract on potassium channels may be related to phosphodiesterase activity. Theobromine and gallic acid identified as constituents of butanol soluble fraction of P. hydropiper, also produced a relaxation that was inhibited by potassium channel blockers, suggesting that the vascular activity of butanol soluble fraction of P. hydropiper may be due to the presence of theses compound.  In conclusion, butanol soluble fraction of P. hydropiper produces relaxation in porcine coronary artery, which is dependent upon opening of potassium channel, potentially downstream of phosphodiesterase inhibition.
Determination Of Arsenic In Minor Cereals (Barley, Foxtail Millet, Proso-Millet, Finger- Millet, Pearl -Millet, Buckwheat. Oat, Quinoa And Sorghum) In Gazipur, Bangladesh
Authors: Parvin Most. Shanaj
Published: June 2022

Cereal grains are the most important source of the world’s total food and also the major accumulator of toxic arsenic. Arsenic distributes in the environment via contaminated ground water which is used as drinking water and irrigated in the crop field. Chronic arsenic toxicity can be lethal for liver, kidney, bladder, lung, skin. Skin hyperpigmentation and hyperkeratosis are common exposure related phenotypes. Therefore, it's high time to produce ideal cereals that must contain a lower amount of arsenic and ensure safety for all kinds of lives. Ensuring safe food is one of the objectives of sustainable development goal-2 (SDG-2). With this view in mind, the Plant Breeding Division of BARI currently working with nine minor kinds of cereal included Barley, Foxtail millet, Proso-millet, Finger-millet, Pearl-millet, Buckwheat, Oat, Quinoa, and BARI-Sorghum 1 were undertaken for biochemical analysis of arsenic on their leaves. The biochemical analysis of these nine kinds of minor cerealsshowed negligible amount of arsenic on leaves. Further analysis in other location in Bangladesh might bring the overall picture of arsenic uptake in minor cereals.
First Report of Rhizopus causing Hypocotyl and Root Rot in Sugar Beet (Beta vulgaris. L) Seedlings in Montana, USA.
Authors: Haque Md Ehsanul
Published: June 2022

Sugar beet is commercially grown in Minnesota, Idaho, North Dakota, Michigan, Nebraska, Montana, California, Wyoming, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington [3].The cultivars are relatively high-yielding and are moderately resistant to most of the common soil-borne and foliar pathogens. Most cultivars have a minimum level of resistance to root pathogens such as Rhizoctoniasolani, Aphanomyces cochlioides, Clonostachysrosea, Globisporangiumultimum, Rhizopus stolonifera, and Fusarium equiseti [1, 2, 3, 4].
Can the Natural Products Industry Combat Climate Change?
Authors: Navath Suryakiran
Published: June 2022

Doing your part to help conserve the environment? Here's how promoting the natural products industry can help combat climate change.
 

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Yoga During Pregnancy for Healthy Progeny
Authors: Choudhary Dr. Akshita , Lahange Dr. Sandeep M. , Bhatnagar Dr. Vikash , Neelam Dr. Kumari , Lovepreet Dr. , Jajoria Dr.Kalpesh
Published: June 2022

The World Health Organization defines health is a condition of total physical, mental, and social well-being and body, as well as a healthy mind and spirit, rather than simply the absence of sickness or deformity. Women go through physical, mental, and emotional changes throughout pregnancy. These alterations are a result of pregnancy. These obstacles are exhibited by the joyful condition, tension, and yoga, which helps to calm down and conquer these difficulties. Yoga assists pregnant women in developing a happy mindset and willing to go through the labour procedure. Various Aasanas and breathing exercise revale and decrease the pregnancy related complications like pregnancy induced hypertension, Premature delivery,still birth and intra uterine growth retardation’s. Yoga gives a wide range of activities to the mother and unborn child in different ways. Labor is a time of terror and anguish for the majority of women, and yoga can help them survive with these changes.
Prediction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Wastewater Treatment and Biogas Production in Tunisia
Authors: Chaouali Salma , Muchangos Leticia Sarmento dos , Ito Lisa , Tokai Akihiro
Published: June 2022

Tunisia, a country located in North Africa, is one of the MENA region countries suffering from several problems due to climate change, such as water stress, need for electricity, and waste and wastewater management. Wastewater treatment with biogas and electricity production represents a promising energy option for Tunisia, especially with the important quantities of sludge extracted from wastewater and disposed of in landfills. It is important, though, to know the number and sources of emissions that can be generated with biogas in order to ensure a good implementation of it. This study quantifies the emissions from different processes in a wastewater treatment plant with biogas production using adequate estimation methods for this case. Results showed that total annual emissions from wastewater treatment and biogas production on a national level could reach 515.25 kt CO2eq. Methane emissions from anaerobic digestion were the highest source of emissions. Carbon dioxide emissions from activated sludge were also significant. The other sources of emissions were nitrous oxides from the whole plant, electricity consumption, cogeneration, and carbon dioxide emissions from anaerobic digestion. This work represents a first attempt to picture the future wastewater treatment scenario that considers emissions when installing biogas production technologies in Tunisia, which can support emission management and, therefore, reduce the resulting environmental impact.
Case Study: Jumbo — Extreme Fearfulness in a Cat
Authors: Li Hongfei
Published: June 2022

What do you do when your newly-adopted cat refuses to stop hiding under the bed? 4-year-old Jumbo had a rough start in life, and now he was in danger of losing another home. When Certified Cat Behavior Consultant Hongfei Li was called, his caregiver was at her wit’s end because the noise, inappropriate elimination, and disruption were upsetting her and her neighbors, even forcing her to sleep on the couch every night. Over the ensuing weeks, through a few simple games, patience, and attention to the environment, Jumbo and his caregiver Poppy were able to connect and finally develop a relationship of trust.
A Novel Method for Rearing Orphaned Donkey Foals with Behaviour in Mind
Authors: McCafferty Corinne
Published: June 2022

The suckling behavior of donkey foals has rarely been explored, with most orphans being reared on protocols based on the assumption that their behavior and physiology do not differ from horses. An orphaned donkey foal at The Donkey Sanctuary was reared on an artificial suckling system, enabling the analysis of suckling behavior in an orphaned donkey. Milk formula was accessible 24-hours per day via the artificial system and suckling behaviour was monitored, revealing that the foal suckled at a variable rate, with suckling durations, frequency and quantities differing from what was outlined in the standard bottle-feeding protocol for equines.
A violência segundo uma análise criminológico-cultural: um estudo de caso com base nas consequências de The Last of Us – parte II
Authors: Dias Felipe Da Veiga , Bressan Francielli
Published: June 2022

A presente pesquisa promove um debate entre a explicação criminológico-cultural acerca da violência e a sua forma abordada no jogo The Last of Us – part II, englobando sua apresentação durante a história e seus efeitos no campo empírico. O problema de pesquisa se concentra em: como o tema da violência é tratado no jogo The Last of Us – part II, e quais são as suas consequências? O objetivo central consiste em analisar as discussões, para além do habitual, acerca da violência por intermédio de uma mídia interativa, com efeitos múltiplos (seja na obra em si, nos jogadores ou ainda nas pessoas envolvidas fora do campo digital). Para tanto, inicialmente se adota como método de abordagem a lógica dedutiva, o método de procedimento monográfico e a técnica de pesquisa da documentação indireta. Por fim, conclui-se que, embora seja uma peça da indústria cultural, a obra em análise subverte a expectativa do público a respeito da violência, introduzindo aspectos importantes para a reflexão social, tendo obtido como consequência reações odiosas que são ligadas ao contexto social contemporâneo e aos processos discriminatórios ainda existentes.
A “real” importância da informação para o processo político em um Estado Democrático de Direito e as sequelas das fake news
Authors: Da Silva Luis Delcides Rodrigues , Liczbinski Catia Rejane Mainardi
Published: June 2022

O artigo pretende fazer uma breve análise sobre a importância da informação ética, alicerçada a um princípio constitucional para um Estado Democrático de Direito e possui como um dos seus fundamentos a participação popular por meio das eleições. A presente pesquisa adota o método dialético, através da pesquisa qualitativo-bibliográfica por meio das consultas e leituras a livros e artigos de autores concernentes ao tema. O aumento das Fake News, durante o pleito de 2018 induziram os eleitores à realização de um voto operacionalizado sob o manto da falsidade e, consequentemente, resultou na eleição de políticos sem alguma representatividade na sociedade? O combate a proliferação das fake news é um dever singular de cada um ao adotar a cautela para diferenciar a verdade da mentira antes de compartilhar material nas mídias sociais.
"Prostitutionsfrågan" - perspektiv och nycklar till en grumlig debatt
Authors: Westerstrand Jenny
Published: June 2022

Since the American “Sex Wars” were fought in the 80’s between different strands of feminism, feminists have been arguing about how to interpret the issue of prostitution. The positions taken differ in points of departure, analytical focus, epistemological claims and of course in suggested solutions. This article examines this heated debate, as articulated within the Western context during the last some twenty years, suggesting a way of structuring it. Using distinctions such as analytical-empirical, pragmatic-idealistic and fragmented-coherent, I discuss how the different approaches to the issue of prostitution are phrased. In the article, I discuss six key points of conflict. 1. Is prostitution understood as a) purely an act or b) also as a gendered institution, with an impact on society as a whole? 2. Who is visible in the discussion about “prostitution”? a) Women in prostitution, who are made equivalent with prostitution, or b) the buying men, who are seen as key actors in prostitution? 3. How is “the whore” interpreted? As a) an empirical figure, embodied by the sex working woman, breaking gendered norms, or as b) a gendered filter of interpretation through which women are measured and constructed as women, manifesting gendered norms? 4. How is prostitution understood? “Per se”/in idealistic terms or as it manifests it self/in a pragmatic terms? In other words, is prostitution a) taken to be impossible to abolish but possible to reform, as to become what it really is – sex work – or is it b) seen as important to make fundamental changes in society, which can’t come about as long as prostitution is accepted? 5. What is seen as negotiated in the prostitution contract? Is it a) sex that is bought and sold, or is it b) women’s sexual but non reproductive bodies, i.e. women’s accessibility for men? 6. Is prostitution taken as a) a postulate, laying ground for how we should define politics and policy, or b) as a practice that can and should be challenged and politically contested.
Från medicinskt avfall till rättighetsinnehavare
Authors: Jülich Solveig , Tinnerholm Ljungberg Helena
Published: June 2022

This article examines value conflicts over fetuses from legal abortions in a historical perspective. It aims to investigate various ways of handling, defining, and regulating aborted fetuses in Sweden during mainly the 20th century. Drawing on the concepts of “reproductive governance” and “reproductive bioeconomy” we highlight how subject positions for women as well as values and meanings attributed to aborted fetuses not only shifted over time but also within and between different areas of society. Particular attention is paid to the ways in which central actors have raised issues about values, interests, and rights in discussions and practices regarding abortion materials in medical research, abortion care, legislation, state regulations, and political debates. We trace the conceptualization of aborted fetuses as medical waste to the work of embryologists around 1900. Then we go on to discuss how this “waste regime” was challenged and gradually undermined as the fetus gained a greater visibility in the public domain and in some contexts was attributed with individual rights. By placing the handling of aborted fetuses in focus this study adds to previous research on abortion history. It demonstrates that the rights of women and fetuses emerged in tandem and were related to each other in Sweden over the 20th century.
DINÂMICA DOS GRUPOS DE PESQUISA:UM ESTUDO DO GHEMAT-SC
Authors: Hoffmann Yohana , Costa David , Nakamura Luiz
Published: June 2022

Nesta comunicação temos como objetivo apresentar a dinâmica dos grupos de pesquisas, em particular, o Grupo de Pesquisa de História da Educação Matemática - Santa Catarina (GHEMAT-SC) da Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (UFSC). Temos como referencial teórico a perspectiva sociológica de Pierre Bourdieu (1930 - 2002) e a ativação das ferramentas conceituais de campo e capital científico. Utilizamos para as análises as informações junto às bases de dados: Currículo Lattes e o Diretório dos grupos de pesquisas do CNPq, assim como, dois softwares que auxiliam na visualização dos dados, a saber: Gephi e o IRaMuTeQ. Ao observar a estrutura e a distribuição dos agentes do GHEMAT-SC, podemos notar a dinâmica das relações no grupo, uma busca pelo reconhecimento e um aumento do capital científico e simbólico. Assim, o grupo está em crescimento ao longo dos anos, ampliando a troca científica entre os agentes, trabalhando de modo coletivo. Outro fator, é o alinhamento com a perspectiva teórica-metodológica das pesquisas a partir da História Cultural e da Cultura Escolar, possuindo como locus o estado de Santa Catarina, o ensino primário e o ensino de aritmética em diferentes recortes temporais e fontes de análises, desde documentos normativos, livros didáticos, revistas e manuais pedagógicos e cadernos escolares.
Analisis Pembiayaan Musyarakah Di Bank Syariah
Authors: Lubis Fachrizal , Mandasari Sri Rezeki Sinuhaji Safira , Melisa Melisa
Published: June 2022

Adanya perkembangan pola pikir masyarakat untuk berbisnis, menimbulkan pihak bank bersaing dalam menawarkan kerjasama  dalam  usaha  berbisnis. Kerjasama dalam bentuk pembiayaan musyarakahini  pasti  memberikan keuntungan bagi pihak bank dan nasabah. Pendapatan dari pembiayaan investasi dan modal kerja ini akan digunakan untuk pengembalian modal bank.Tujuan dari penelitian  ini  adalah  untuk  menganalisis data empiristentang pengaruh musyarakah, murabahah dan ijarah terhadap profitabilitas(ROE).Penelitian ini menggunakan hubungan kausal penelitian kuantitatif. Sampel penelitian diambil dari laporan keuangan Bank BNI Syariah per bulan  pada  2012-2014.  Teknik pengumpulan data  yang digunakan adalah studi pustaka    dan dokumentasi. Data sekunder  diambil  dari  data  laporan keuangan Bank BNI Syariah yang dapat diakses melalui situs resmi Bank Indonesia, www.bi.go.id.     Metode     statistikyangAbstrak: The development of the mindset of the community to do business, causing the bank to compete in offering cooperation in business ventures. Cooperation in the form of musyarakahini financing will definitely benefit the banks and customers. The income from investment financing and working capital will be used for bank capital  return.  The  purpose  of  this study is to analyze empirical data about the influence of musharaka, murabahah and ijarah on profitability (ROE). This study uses a causal relationship of quantitative research. The research sample   was   taken   from   the   BNI Syariah Bank's financial statements per month in 2012-2014. Data collection techniques used are literature study and documentation.  Secondary  data  is taken    from    BNI    Syariah    Bank'spenelitian ini adalah tes multiple regresi. Hasil statistik menunjukkan bahwa musyarakah, murabahah dan ijarah berpengaruh signifikan terhadap profitabilitas (ROE) secara bersamaan.
Pelatihan Kewirausahaan Sebagai Upaya Meningkatkan Ekonomi Keluarga Kader ‘Aisyiyah Pimpinan Ranting Tanjung Selamat
Authors: Mavianti Mavianti , Harfiani Rizka , Rudi Setiawan Hasrian
Published: June 2022

Entrepreneurship training as an effort to improve the economy of the ‘Aisyiyah cadre family was conducted at the Branch Leader‘ Aisyiyah Tanjung Selamat. Along with the increasing economic needs, the mother as a cadre ‘Aisyiyah has a role to be able to help meet the needs of the family. The purpose of this service is to provide entrepreneurial skills for the Aisyiyah cadres. The method used is an interactive discussion, training or counseling as well as conducting practicum by inviting cadres of women isy Aisyiyah for entrepreneurial practices such as making handicrafts and food preparations. The result of this dedication is the increased motivation of cadres isy Aisyiyah to improve skills in order to help the family economy. With the economic growth of cadre family ‘Aisyiyah, it will sustain the economy of the Branch Leader‘ Aisyiyah Tanjung Selamat. Keywords : Entrepreneurship Training
Program Penguasaan Ilmu Tajwid Dengan Mudah
Authors: Siregar Anggreini , Husna Nihayah , Huda Nurul , Samira Tursina
Published: June 2022

The Qur’an is a holy book of Muslims who are guidelines in living life. By reading the Qur’an, it can be a helper in the hereafter. So that in reading the Qur’an is not arbitrary, there is knowledge that can be learned in understanding how to read the good and true Qur'an. This science is the science of Tajwid. The science of Tajwid is a branch of science to study the ways of reading the Qur’an. The law of reading the Qur'an with Tajwid is a Fardu a'in for every Muslim. For people who are especially not fluent in Arabic, it will be difficult in understanding the science tajwid. Then, here are some ways in mastering science tajwid easily, so it can be applied in daily life.