bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Transperineal Laser Ablation of Prostate (TPLA™)
Authors: Sessa Francesco , Polverino Paolo , Moscardi Luisa
Published: September 2024

This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of Transperineal Laser Ablation of the prostate (TPLA™) as a therapeutic option for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). BPH is a prevalent condition among aging men, characterized by non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland, leading to lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and impacting quality of life. TPLA™ emerges as a minimally invasive technique leveraging the precision of laser energy to induce coagulative necrosis in targeted prostatic tissue, thereby reducing prostate volume and alleviating symptoms. The chapter systematically reviews the procedural aspects of TPLA™, including patient selection criteria, preoperative preparation, and step-by-step surgical technique. Clinical outcomes are discussed, with a focus on symptom relief, improvement in urinary flow rates, and reduction in prostate volume. Furthermore, the safety profile of TPLA™ is examined, documenting the incidence and management of potential complications. In conclusion, TPLA™ represents a promising addition to the therapeutic armamentarium for BPH, offering a balance of efficacy and safety, ensuring high rates of preservation of sexual function.
The Relationship Between Weight Indices and Blood Levels of Immunosuppressive Drugs in Renal Transplant Recipients
Authors: Badri Shirinsadat , Dadkhah-Tehrani Bozorgmehr , Atapour Abdolamir , Shahidi Shahrzad , Mortazavi Mojgan , Gholipourshahraki Tahereh
Published: September 2024

Background: Calcineurin inhibitors and mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) inhibitors are essential for maintaining transplanted organs. However, determining the appropriate dosage and predicting blood concentrations of these drugs based solely on net body weight may be inadequate. Previous studies have presented contradictory results regarding the impact of obesity on drug concentrations and transplant success. Objectives: This study aims to evaluate various weight indices to identify the most reliable indicator of weight that correlates with the blood levels of drugs used in organ transplantation. Methods: This retrospective descriptive study included patients from nephrology clinics affiliated with Isfahan University of Medical Sciences who were taking calcineurin and/or mTOR inhibitor drugs. Data extracted from medical records included demographic and clinical information, such as height, weight, and various weight indices (total/ideal/adjusted body weight, lean body mass (LBM), Body Mass Index, and predicted normal weight), as well as blood levels of immunosuppressive drugs at each patient's visit. The dosages of each drug (mg/kg) were analyzed to determine which weight indices best correlated with the obtained blood concentrations, using the Generalized Estimating Equation (GEE) model with logistic regression, an independent correlation matrix, and a binary distribution for data analysis. Results: The study analyzed the medical records of 71 patients. Trough (C0) concentrations of drugs were evaluated in relation to each weight index, and odds ratios (OR) were calculated for statistical comparison. All weight indices increased the likelihood of achieving appropriate concentrations for cyclosporine, tacrolimus, and sirolimus. Drug dosing based on LBM (OR: 1.028), ideal body weight (OR: 1.075), and total body weight (OR: 1.041) showed the strongest correlations with achieving proper blood levels for cyclosporine, tacrolimus, and sirolimus, respectively. Conclusions: Integrating various weight indices for calculating individualized doses (mg/kg) of each immunosuppressive drug increases the likelihood of achieving appropriate blood concentrations. However, the optimal weight index varies for each drug. Further studies, particularly those incorporating therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) plans in transplant centers, are warranted to validate and generalize these findings, providing a potential avenue for improving immunosuppressive therapy and enhancing transplant outcomes.
Correlation Between Initial Lung Involvement on CT Scan, Assessed by Total Severity Score, and Pulmonary Outcomes After Three Months in Patients with Severe COVID-19
Authors: Bozorgmehr Rama , Hooshmand Zahra , Changizi Faraz , Khameneh Bagheri Arash , Khoshravesh Sahar
Published: September 2024

Background: Patients with severe COVID-19 experience various respiratory complications, which can have potential long-term effects. Objectives: This study investigates the long-term pulmonary consequences of severe COVID-19 and their relationship with the severity of lung involvement. Methods: All patients who survived severe COVID-19 in the ICU were selected for the study. A radiologist reviewed the chest CT scans, and patients were categorized based on their total severity score (TSS) into two groups: Group A (TSS ≤ 7) and Group B (TSS > 7). Patients were followed up after three months with a chest CT scan, spirometry, SpO2 measurement, and a dyspnea score assessment. Results: The mean age was 54.69 ± 12.51 for Group A and 55.31 ± 12.73 for Group B. Groups A and B had 23 (46.9%) and 39 (39.4%) female patients, respectively. Patients in Group B had significantly lower SpO2 and a prolonged length of hospitalization. Group B also experienced more severe dyspnea and reduced lung function, as observed in spirometry during the three-month follow-up. The total severity score decreased significantly after three months in all patients (from 14.42 ± 5.90 to 6.68 ± 4.79; P < 0.001). After logistic regression analysis, non-invasive ventilation was independently associated with a higher TSS (OR = 0.45 when comparing Group A to Group B; P = 0.028). Conclusions: The lungs are the most affected organ by COVID-19, making it crucial to investigate the effects of the virus on pulmonary function. Our study showed that patients with higher TSS experienced greater reductions in lung function during the three-month follow-up. Additionally, the use of non-invasive ventilation was independently associated with a higher TSS in severe COVID-19 cases.
Bulut Bilişim ve Tıbbi Veri Yönetimi: Tıbbı Sekreterlerin Rolünün Evrimi
Authors: Yüksel Şükrü
Published: September 2024

Bu çalışma, sağlık hizmetleri sektöründe, özellikle tıbbi sekreterlik mesleği üzerinde bulut bilişim ve dijital teknolojilerin yarattığı dönüşümü kapsamlı bir şekilde inceler. Sağlık hizmetlerinin sunumu ve hasta bakım süreçlerinde dijital teknolojilerin entegrasyonunun önemi, tıbbi sekreterlerin görevlerinde, beceri setlerinde ve mesleki rollerinde meydana gelen değişiklikler üzerinden tartışılmaktadır. Bu dönüşüm, tıbbi sekreterlerin iş akışlarının optimizasyonu, eğitim ve mesleki gelişim ihtiyaçlarında yenilikler ve sağlık hizmetlerinin genel kalitesinin artırılması gibi çeşitli alanlarda kendini göstermektedir.Araştırma, bulut bilişim ve dijital teknolojilerin sağlık veri yönetimi, hasta kayıtlarının tutulması, medikal dokümantasyonun hazırlanması ve sağlık hizmetlerinin koordinasyonu gibi temel alanlarda nasıl yeni ve etkili yöntemler sunduğunu ele alır. Bu teknolojik ilerlemelerin tıbbi sekreterlerin eğitim ve mesleki gelişim süreçlerinde önemli değişikliklere yol açtığı, dijital beceriler, veri güvenliği bilgisi ve teknolojik adaptasyon yeteneği gibi yeni yetkinliklerin öneminin arttığı gösterilmiştir. Bulgular, tıbbi sekreterlik mesleğinin geleceğinin dijital teknolojilerle entegre bir şekilde evrileceğini ve bu evrimin sağlık hizmetlerinin daha etkin, verimli ve hasta odaklı sunulmasına katkıda bulunacağını ortaya koymaktadır.Sonuç olarak, bulut bilişim ve dijital teknolojilerin tıbbi sekreterlik mesleği üzerindeki etkisi, mesleğin sadece işlevsel bir dönüşümünü değil, aynı zamanda sağlık hizmetlerinin sunumunda stratejik bir dönüşümünü de işaret etmektedir. Tıbbi sekreterlerin, eğitim kurumlarının ve sağlık hizmeti sağlayıcılarının ortak çabaları, bu dönüşümü başarılı bir şekilde yönetmek için kritik öneme sahiptir. Gelecekte, tıbbi sekreterlerin rolleri genişleyecek ve sağlık hizmetlerinin kalitesinin artırılmasında merkezi bir rol oynamaya devam edecektir.Anahtar Kelimeler:Bulut Bilişim, Tıbbi Sekreterlik ve Dijital Dönüşüm
Koklear İmplantlı Çocuğa Sahip Ebeveynlerin Dijital Farkındalık Düzeyinin Çocuğun Dil Gelişimi Üzerine Etkisi
Authors: Arısoy Rabia , Şenol Vesile , Yalap Rukiye , Özkırış Mahmut
Published: September 2024

İçinde bulunduğumuz dijital çağda, bireyin yetiştirilmesinden sorumlu olan ebeveynlere dijital ebeveyn denilebilir. Çünkü dijital teknoloji artık nerdeyse hepimizin yaşamında önemli bir parçası haline gelmiştir. Dijital ebeveynlik tanımında “dijital” kavramıyla anlatılmak istenen; oyun, sosyal ilişki kurma, eğlence, araştırma, zaman geçirme gibi hedefler için kullanılan her türlü elektronik aletlerdir. Aşırı medya kullanımı çocuklarda konuşma ve dil bozukluklarına neden olmaktadır. Koklear implantlı çocukların eğitimi ve implant kontrolü ebeveynlere bağlıdır. Bu doğrultuda koklear implantlı çocuğa sahip ebeveynlerin yüksek düzeyde dijital farkındalığa sahip olmaları önemlidir. Bu çalışmanın amacı koklear implantlı çocuğa sahip ebeveynlerin dijital farkındalıklarını belirlemek ve dijital farkındalıklarının dil gelişimi üzerine olan etkisini bulmaktır. Bu araştırmanın örneklemi 4-8 yaş arasında 36 koklear implantlı çocuk ve ebeveynlerinden oluşmaktadır. Çocukların ve ebeveynlerin demografik bilgileri kişisel bilgi formu ile alınmıştır. Çocukların dil gelişimi “Türkçe Erken Dil Gelişim Testi (TEDİL)’’ ile ölçülmüştür. Ebeveynlerin dijital farkındalıkları ise dijital ebeveyn farkındalık ölçeği ile ölçülmüştür. Çalışmamızda anne-babalara yapılan, verimli kullanma, dijital ihmal, olumsuz model olma ve risklerden korunma ölçeği puanları gruplara göre istatistiksel açıdan anlamlı farklılık göstermektedir. Annelerin dijital ebeveyn farkındalık ölçeği puanları babalarınkinden yüksektir. Yüksek dijital farkındalığa sahip ebeveynlere sahip çocukların dil gelişim testi puanları daha yüksektir. Sonuç olarak, yapılan araştırmada ebeveynlerin dijital farkındalığı ve çocuğun dil gelişimi arasında anlamlı bir ilişki olduğu tespit edilmiştir.Anahtar kelimeler: Koklear implant, ebeveyn, dijital farkındalık.
Rethinking Man and Nature in The Old Man and The Sea
Authors: G Gajalakshmi , S Meenakshi
Published: September 2024

This paper explores the intricate relationship between man and nature in Ernest Hemingway’s The Old Man and the Sea through the lens of deep ecology. It challenges the traditional anthropocentric interpretation of the novella, proposing that the protagonist Santiago’s struggle is not merely a tale of human triumph over nature but a journey towards understanding and coexisting with the natural world. By applying the principles of deep ecology, the study reveals how Santiago’s evolving relationship with the marlin and other sea elements reflects a broader ecological consciousness. The analysis also draws parallels between Santiago’s experience and the Biblical narrative of Jonah, suggesting that Santiago’s success is not solely due to his physical endurance but also the cosmic forces that aid him. This paper ultimately rethinks the themes of struggle and victory in the novella, emphasising the need for a harmonious relationship between humanity and the environment.
Constructing optimal fourth and eighth order iterative methods by using variant of Newton’s method
Authors: Madhu Kalyanasundaram
Published: September 2024

In this paper, we have presented an optimal fourth order iterative method and an optimal eighth order iterative method without memory using weight functions. In terms of computational point of view, our first method require three evaluations (two function and one first derivatives) per iteration to get fourth order and the second method require four evaluations (three functions and one derivatives) per iteration to get eighth order. Hence, these methods have high efficiency indices 1.587 and 1.682 respectively. Some numerical examples are tested to know the performance of the new methods which verifies the theoretical results.
Reality of Women in Indonesian Society: A Feminism Approach
Authors:   Pamulang University, South Tanggerang, Indonesia, S. M. Sas Dr. Yunita. S.
Published: September 2024

Issues regarding gender in Indonesia are still ongoing, which cannot be denied that the patriarchal system is still very strong. Feminist law is based on feminist sociology, feminist philosophy and feminist history expansion of women's attention later in life. At the end of the 20th century, there were many feminist movements seen as a splinter of the Critical Legal Studies movement, of which there are many in essence provides criticism of the legal logic that has been used, its manipulative nature and legal dependence on politics, economics, the role of law in forming patterns social relations, and the formation of hierarchies by legal provisions is not fundamental. Feminist theories often ignore women's contemporary position, focusing on women historical past or utopian future. Focus on praxis often about creating revolutions, egalitarian reforms, or cultural utopias. Much of sociology is based on what are known as individual relationships with the world as it is and as it is maintained.
Utilizing the lattice method to enhance multiplication automaticity in Grade 4 Pupils
Authors: Moreno Crezel Jane F. , Susada Bryan L.
Published: September 2024

This study introduced a new method to help students who struggle with multiplying multiple digits. This study examined the effect of the lattice approach on multiplication automaticity among Grade 4 students at Cateel Central Elementary School during the school year 2023-2024. Utilizing a quasi-experimental methodology, the study compared two intact groups: a control group with 22 respondents taught using traditional multiplication methods, and an experimental group with 21 respondents taught using the lattice method. Pre-test results indicated that neither the control nor the experimental group met the expectations set by the K to 12 grading system, with grade percentages of 65.68 and 67.22, respectively. Statistical analysis showed no significant difference between the pre-test scores of the two groups, suggesting a similar initial level of multiplication proficiency. Post-test results, however, revealed a significant improvement in the experimental group's performance, with a grade percentage of 84.77 compared to the control group's 74.70. The statistical analysis confirmed this difference as significant, with a t-value of -3.383 and a p-value of 0.002. The findings demonstrate the superior efficacy of the lattice method over traditional teaching methods in enhancing multiplication skills among Grade 4 students.
Application of nutrigenomics and metagenomics in livestock
Authors: Ojal Singh  , Neha Sahu  , Amrish Kumar Tyagi  , Sachin Kumar
Published: September 2024

Nutrigenomics tools, such as transcriptomics referring to RNA, proteomics referring to protein molecules and metabolomics referring to metabolites, can be used to effectively explore the events at molecular level occurring in a genome that receives signals from various nutrients and responds to them through different metabolic processes in the living organism. Nutrigenomics has the potential to identify personalized diets, elucidate diet-related diseases, pinpoint genes associated with diet-gene interactions, and detect gene polymorphisms influenced by significant nutritional and environmental factors affecting genetic expression. Limited information is available on the dietary impact on gene expression associated with reproductive and productive traits in livestock. However, this might be feasible to initiate an understanding of the significance of the connection between specific nutrients or dietary ingredients and the gene expression regulation. Utilizing nutrigenomic approaches will augment researchers’ capacities to uphold animal health, optimize animal performance, and enhance the milk quality and meat quality. Despite being rapidly advancing science, nutrigenomics is still in its early phase.
Metagenomics is emerging as a robust and efficient approach for the metagenome sequencing derived from environmental samples. Investigating the gut microflora of various livestock and poultry species holds the potential to identify probiotic communities possessing both immunity-boosting properties and growth-promoting. Analyzing the diversity of gut microbes’ aids in identifying strains that contribute to animals’ adaptability to their native conditions. This approach is optimal for unveiling the phylogenetic and evolutionary connections between contemporary species and the ancestors of livestock and poultry
Veranstaltungshinweise Oktober 2024
Authors: Fischer Georg
Published: September 2024

+++ Workshop Webarchivierung +++ CC-Lizenzen in der öffentlichen Verwaltung +++ Quo Vadis?
Keine Reform nirgends? Doch, im Lüneburger Modell!
Authors: Croon-Gestefeld Johanna , Holterhus Till Patrik
Published: September 2024

Der Eindruck, dass es erst einer Gesetzesänderung bedürfte, um grundlegende Reformen des Jurastudiums anzustoßen, täuscht. Schon heute zeigt eine Initiative des Landes Niedersachsen, dass auch im bestehenden (bundes-)rechtlichen Rahmen auf wesentliche Aspekte der Kritik am etablierten Modell des Jurastudiums reagiert werden kann: Im Lüneburger Modell folgt das Jurastudium zum Staatsexamen einer stark veränderten Konzeption.
INVESTITSIYA PORTFELI MOLIYAVIY RISKLARINI BAHOLASHDA SORTINO KOEFFITSIENTIDAN FOYDALANISH
Authors: Tursunхodjayeva Shirin
Published: September 2024

Ushbu maqolada tadqiqot obyekti qilib Oʻzbekistonda faoliyat yuritayotgan 5 ta real sektor korxonasi, yaʼni “Kvarts” Aj (KVTS), “Qizilqumsement” AJ (QZSM), “Qoʻqon mexanika zavodi” AJ (KUMZ), “Oʻzbekiston metallurgiya kombinati” AJ (UZMK), “Olmaliq kon-metallurgiya kombinati” AJ (AGMK) olingan. Tahlil amalga oshirishda aksiyadorlik jamiyatlari va fond indeksining 2017-yildan to 2024 yillardagi fond bozoridagi faoliyati olingan. Pandemiya davridagi keskin oʻzgarishlar tadqiqot aniqlik darajasini pasaytirmasligi uchun uchun tadqiqot davrini pandemiyadan oldingi, pandemiya davri va pandemiyadan keyingi davrlarga ajratilgan holda oʻrganildi. Investitsiya portfeli moliyaviy risklarini baholashda Sortino koeffitsiyentidan foydalanildi, ushbu koeffitsiyentni qoʻllashning afzalliklari va kamchiliklari tahlil qilindi.
AGROTURIZMNING MOHIYATI VA UNGA BAGʻISHLANGAN ILMIY QARASHLAR EVOLYUTSIYASI
Authors: Yoriyeva Farangiz
Published: September 2024

Ushbu maqola bugungi kunda dunyoda dolzarb masalalardan biri boʻlgan agroturizm sohasini tashkil etish, rivojlantirish masalalariga bagʻishlangan. Mazkur tadqiqotning asosiy predmeti agroturizmning rivojlantirishga qaratilgan. Shu bois, ushbu maqolada iqtisodchi olimlarning agroturizmni tashkil etish va uning mamlakat iqtisodiyotidagi oʻrni, uni rivojlantirishga toʻsqinlik qiluvchi omillar koʻrib chiqilgan.
ЁНҒОҚ ЕТИШТИРИШ ВА СОТИШ ҚИЙМАТ ЗАНЖИРИДА ИШТИРОКЧИЛАРНИНГ ДАРОМАДЛАРИ УЛУШИНИ ИҚТИСОДИЙ БАҲОЛАШ
Authors: Ахроров Фарҳод , Юнусов Искандар , Сангирова Умида , Авезов Ҳумоюн
Published: September 2024

Ушбу тадқиқот Самарқанд вилоятида ёнғоқ етиштириш ва сотиш қиймат занжирида иштирок этувчиларнинг даромадлари улушини иқтисодий баҳолашга қаратилган. Бирламчи ва иккиламчи маълумотларга асосланган таҳлиллар орқали ёнғоқчилик саноатининг кучли ва заиф томонлари, имкониятлари ва таҳдидлари аниқланган. Ушбу таҳлиллар асосида қиймат занжирида қўшилган қиймат жараёнларини такомиллаштиришга оид таклиф ва тавсиялар ишлаб чиқилган. Тадқиқот натижалари ёнғоқ етиштириш, қайта ишлаш ва экспортнинг иқтисодий таъсирини ёритиб, қиймат занжирини такомиллаштириш ва ҳудуднинг глобал бозорларида рақобатбардошлигини ошириш бўйича амалий тавсиялар беради.
МАРКЕТИНГОВАЯ СТРАТЕГИЯ РАЗВИТИЯ ОЦЕНОЧНОЙ ДЕЯТЕЛЬНОСТИ РЕСПУБЛИКИ УЗБЕКИСТАН
Authors: Кравченко Александр
Published: September 2024

Рассмотрены вопросы маркетинговой стратегии в совершенствовании и развитии оценочной деятельности. Раскрыта сущность маркетинга на рынке оценочных услуг. Сформулирована основная задача маркетинговой стратегии развития оценочной деятельности для максимального удовлетворение составляющие концепция современного маркетинга развития рынка оценочных услуг. Сформулированы основные факторы совершенствования оценочной деятельности. Показаны основные составляющие продвижения активов от продавцов к покупателям и их взаимосвязь с оценочными услугами. Показаны пути совершенствования рекламной деятельности на рынке оценочных услуг.
МАҲАЛЛИЙ БЮДЖЕТНИ ШАКЛЛАНТИРИШ МАСАЛАЛАРИ (ЖИЗЗАХ ВИЛОЯТИ МИСОЛИДА)
Authors: Мамаюсупов Омонулла
Published: September 2024

Ушбу мақолада маҳаллий бюджетларни шакллантириш молиявий стратегиянинг муҳим босқичи сифатида тадқиқ этилган. Бунда, 2024 йилга мўлжалланган Жиззах вилояти маҳаллий бюджетининг даромадлари ва харажатлари тузилиши таҳлили ўтказилган. Маҳаллий давлат ҳокимияти органларининг маҳаллий бюджетни шакллантиришдаги фаолияти самарадорлигини ошириш юзасидан таклифлар берилган.
ЎЗБЕКИСТОНДА СОЛИҚ-БЮДЖЕТ СИЁСАТИ КОНЦЕПЦИЯСИГА СОЛИҚ МАЪМУРЧИЛИГИНИ ТАКОМИЛЛАШТИРИШ
Authors: Нормурзаев Умид
Published: September 2024

Мазкур мақолада мамлакатда солиқ соҳаларида тадбиркорлик фаолиятини юритиш учун қулай шарт-шароитлар яратиш, бизнес доираларнинг ишончини янада мустаҳкамлашга қаратилган кенг кўламли ислоҳотларни такомиллаштиришда ҳудудлараро солиқ инспекциясини ўрни ва аҳамияти ёритилган. Шу билан бирга, Ўзбекистон солиқ тизимида ҳудудлараро солиқ инспекцияси амалга оширилаётган айрим муҳим ислоҳотлар ўрганилиб, хориж тажрибаси, мамлакатимизда уни қўллаш бўйича илмий-амалий хулоса ва таклифлар ишлаб чиқилган
СТРАТЕГИИ РАЗВИТИЯ МАЛОГО БИЗНЕСА И ЧАСТНОГО ПРЕДПРИНИМАТЕЛЬСТВА НА ОСНОВЕ ИНФРАСТРУКТУРНОЙ ДЕЯТЕЛЬНОСТИ
Authors: Косимов Сардор
Published: September 2024

В данной статье рассматриваются стратегии развития малого бизнеса и частного предпринимательства посредством совершенствования инфраструктурной деятельности. Анализируя различные элементы инфраструктуры, такие как финансовые услуги, технологическая поддержка, правовые рамки и логистика, авторы исследования выявляют ключевые факторы, способствующие росту и устойчивости малых предприятий. В исследовании подчеркивается важность создания благоприятной деловой среды, улучшения доступа к ресурсам и стимулирования инноваций как важнейших факторов развития предпринимательства. Полученные результаты свидетельствуют о том, что хорошо развитая инфраструктура не только удовлетворяет операционные потребности малого бизнеса, но и позволяет ему эффективно конкурировать на рынке.
ХИЗМАТ КЎРСАТИШ СОҲАСИ КОРХОНАЛАРИНИ ИННОВАЦИОН РИВОЖЛАНТИРИШ МОДЕЛЛАРИНИНГ НАЗАРИЙ-УСЛУБИЙ АСОСЛАРИ
Authors: Шарипова Бибижон
Published: September 2024

Ушбу мақолада замонавий шароитда хизмат кўрсатиш соҳаси корхоналарини инновацион ривожлантириш моделларининг назарий-услубий асослари, Ўзбекистон Республикасида хизматлар соҳаси таҳлили, хизмат кўрсатиш соҳасини тармоқлар ва уларнинг таркиби бўйича тақсимлаш модели, хизмат кўрсатиш соҳасининг функциялари, хизмат кўрсатиш корхоналарини ривожлантириш моделларининг қисқача тавсифи ёритилган.
Effect Of Stress on Employees’ Performance at West African Examination Council Zonal Office, Kaduna
Authors:   Department of Public Administration, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Daniel Amehojo , Dance Ayuba Maikasuwa ,   Department of Public Administration Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nigeria, Dalyop Choji Felix ,   Department of Public Administration, Nasarawa State University, Keffi
Published: September 2024

The research investigated how stress impacts employees' performance and also x-ray whether there is any relationship between stress and performance. To achieve this, the study looked at the meaning of stress generally, various causes of stress, and occupational stress, particularly among the staff of the West Africa Examination Council Kaduna Zonal Office. Data were collected from both primary and secondary sources. The primary source of data was questionnaire administered to the respondents. The secondary data was sourced from textbooks, reports of past works, journals, and materials from the internet. Lazarus' interactional theory was adopted to analyse the work. From the collected and analysed data, the study revealed that there is a significant relationship between the primary sources of stress for employees at the West African Examination Council Zonal Office in Kaduna and their work efficiency and effectiveness and workplace stress have a significant impact on the overall job performance of employees at the West African Examination Council Zonal Office in Kaduna. The study recommended that WAEC should develop and offer specific programs addressing identified stressors, such as high workload and role ambiguity, to help employees manage their stress more effectively also WAEC should improve job descriptions and provide regular feedback to ensure employees have clear expectations and adequate support, reducing role ambiguity and its impact on efficiency.
Fadama III Development Project and Sustainable Income of Rural Farmers in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria (2009 – 2022)
Authors:   Akwa Ibom State University, Obio Akpa Campus, Akpan Ekan D. , Imoh-Ita Imoh ,   Department of Public Administration, Faculty of Management Sciences Akwa Ibom State University, Obio Akpa Campus, Ntuen Denis D. ,   Department of Business Management, University of Uyo, Uyo, Nigeria
Published: September 2024

The study focused on Fadama III and the sustainable income of rural farmers in Akwa Ibom State. Agriculture from the antediluvian times has been the fulcrum of human growth and development, hence, its inexplicability in a state development. Given this, many climes and organizations have instituted policies, programmes, and projects to ensure its development. In Nigeria, agricultural development has hit a continuous low since the discovery and commercialization of crude oil in 1956 hence, the broadening food insecurity in the country, and indeed, Akwa Ibom State. Therefore, the main objective of the study was to examine the impact of the Fadama III project on agricultural development in Akwa Ibom State, with an emphasis on the income of rural farmers. The comparative advantage and the group theory were used for the study. The descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The sources of data were both primary and secondary. Primary data were sourced using a questionnaire and interview method. Secondary data were sourced from textbooks, journal publications, and online sources. The population of the study was 2730 Fadama users in Akwa Ibom State. Using the Taro Yamane formula, a Sample size of 400 was determined and administered, out of which 354 were successfully retrieved. The Simple linear regression analysis was the method of data analysis. It was discovered that there is a significant relationship between Fadama III and a sustainable increase in the income of rural farmers in Akwa Ibom state. The study recommended, among others, that the government expand the scope of the Fadama III project on agriculture beyond cultivation, rearing and production of agricultural produce to include agro-business to boost the income of farmers and beneficiaries in the State.
Association Between Government Expenditures, Inflation and Interest Rate in Nigeria
Authors:   Department of Banking and Finance, College of Management Sciences, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Duru Erasmus E. , Uremadu Sebastian O. ,   Department of Banking and Finance, College of Management Sciences, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike
Published: September 2024

The study analysed the relationship between government expenditure, economic growth, inflation and interest rate in Nigeria. The high inflation and interest rate with high government expenditure has been a problem for the Nigerian economy. Secondary data from 1986 to 2022 were collated from the Central Bank of Nigeria Statistical Bulletin and analyzed using multiple regression analysis. The results showed a positive relationship between inflation rate, government expenditure and Gross Domestic Product (GDP). This means that as inflation and government expenditure increased, real gross domestic product (GDP) would increase while there existed an inverse relationship between interest rate and gross domestic product (GDP), which implies that as interest rate increased, GDP would decrease. The test for the model fitness using adjusted R2 indicated the predictor values accounted for 95 per cent variations in the dependent variable (GDP). The study therefore recommended that monetary and fiscal authorities should regulate government expenditure by targeting a contractionary fiscal policy which decreases the amount of government expenditure in a bid to tackle inflationary trends. The government should aim at inflation targeting through a single-digit interest rate which could encourage the private sector to accumulate funds to be used to augment government efforts in regulating stability in the economy. Besides, even though the structural inflation facing the country did not have a very significant effect on the domestic economy concerning government expenditure and its impact on GDP, this should be resolved by dismantling all rigidities and bottlenecks such as the war against insecurities and herdsmen that have been distorting farming and agricultural output in Nigeria of late.
Transdermal Carboxytherapy for Treating Vulvovaginal Atrophy: A Pilot Study
Authors:   MD Sugar Land Medical Spa Sugar Land, TX, USA, Evans Kimberly , Leibaschoff Gustavo H ,   MD World Society of Cosmetic Gynecology Dallas, TX , USA, Alinsod Red M ,   MD Alinsod Institute Dallas Dallas, TX , USA
Published: September 2024

Objective: Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) is a prevalent disorder that can negatively impact the overall health, sexual function, and quality of life of affected women; however, available data do not support specific treatment protocols. A novel product enables the noninvasive transdermal administration of carboxytherapy with a topical gel (CO2Lift®, Lumisque, Inc.; Weston, FL). The following randomized, placebo-controlled pilot study assessed the safety and efficacy of the transdermal carboxytherapy gel for treating GSM-related vulvovaginal changes. Methods: Menopausal or postmenopausal women 40 to 70 years old with signs or symptoms of vulvovaginal atrophy and Female Sexual Dysfunction were randomized to receive topical carboxytherapy gel (n=40) or placebo gel (n=10) in a randomized, double-blind fashion. The assigned treatments were placed into the vagina and on the vulva for 45 minutes before removal. Treatment was applied daily for 5 days, stopped for 2 days, then continued for 5 additional days. Subjects completed four validated pre- and posttreatment questionnaires to assess female sexual function, sexual health, and genital self-image. Additionally, control (n=10) and treatment subjects (n=10) were randomized to undergo 3 mm pre- and posttreatment punch biopsies of vulva and vaginal tissue. Results: Overall, carboxytherapy-treated subjects achieved significant improvements in Female Sexual Function Index scores with strong positive correlations between sexual desire and arousal, arousal and sexual satisfaction, and sexual satisfaction and desire. The Day-to-Day Impact of Vaginal Aging Questionnaire results demonstrated a significant difference in mean pre- and posttreatment values for each assessment among subjects receiving topical carboxytherapy. Biopsy improvements included hyperplasia of the keratinized squamous epithelium, discrete hyperplasia of the basal layer and neovascularization, and increased thickness of mucous squamous epithelium. There were no adverse events. Conclusion: Transdermal carboxytherapy represents a safe, noninvasive means of treating the genitourinary syndrome of menopause symptoms and is suitable for home use. Additional research on this treatment is warranted.
New Quinoa Disease (Chenopodium Quinoa Willd.) in Tropicalized and not Tropicalized Quinoa Crops in the Tropical Region of Cochabamba, Bolivia
Authors:   Plant pathology laboratory, Phytotechnician department, Agricultural, Livestock and Forestry Sciences Faculty, Universidad Mayor de San Simon, Cochabamba, Bolivia, Coca Morante Mario
Published: September 2024

Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa Willd.) is traditionally cultivated in the Bolivia and Peru Andean region. In Bolivia, it is mainly cultivated in the southern, central and northern altiplano highlands (3800 masl). In recent years, research has been done on the tropicalization of this crop to introduce it to tropical regions of Bolivia for export purposes. In 2024, quinoa was planted in a location in the tropical Chapare (250 masl) Cochabamba region, a tropicalized variety (UAGRM-FINE) and another non-tropicalized variety from the Altiplano. In the fruiting and grain filling phenological phase, a disease occurred affecting both varieties, although with a higher incidence in the nontropicalized variety. After laboratory observation in a lactophenol solution, its morphological characteristics as conidiophore and conidia are coincident with the Periconia sp description. In conclusion, it is a new quinoa disease that affects tropicalized and non-tropicalized varieties in Bolivia.
Termodynamika a prestup tepla
Authors: Bokes Peter
Published: September 2024

"Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer" provides a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental principles and practical applications critical to understanding heat transfer in engineering contexts. This textbook bridges the gap between thermodynamic theory and its practical use in solving heat transfer problems, making it an essential resource for students in energy, mechanical, civil, electrical, chemical, and materials engineering. It begins with foundational thermodynamic concepts and progresses through the derivation and application of continuity equations for mass, momentum, and energy. The book also covers non-equilibrium thermodynamics, steady and transient heat conduction, heat transfer in fluids, radiative heat transfer, and the finite element method. This structured approach ensures that students not only grasp the origin and physical meaning of each equation but also develop the intuition needed to predict the dynamic and steady-state behavior of heat transfer systems in real-world engineering tasks.
Aus dem Spiegel holen
Authors: Antje von Graevenitz
Published: September 2024

Zahllose Künstler*innen feierten im 20. Jahrhundert die Vision einer »vollständigen Erneuerung der menschlichen Sensibilität« (Filippo Tommaso Marinetti). Sie hofften, mit ihren Werken Sehende, Hörende, Tastende oder wie auch immer Partizipierende empfindsam zu machen. Das vorliegende Buch der renommierten deutschen Kunsthistorikerin Antje von Graevenitz untersucht Aspekte der Identität und Selbsterfahrung, Intimität und Distanz, des Versagens und Scheiterns, der Geworfenheit und Initiation sowie anderer Ausdrucksweisen von Sensibilität in der Kunst des vorigen Jahrhunderts. Sensibilität offenbart sich in ihr als Hoffnungsträger, um das Menschliche im Menschen zu stärken.
Martin Bodilsen Kaldahl
Authors: Glenn Adamson , Jorunn Veiteberg , Martin Bodilsen Kaldahl
Published: September 2024

This monograph presents Kaldahl’s experimental work in clay sculpture. His compositions and materializations are the result of intuitive improvisations and a direct yet subtle response to material and spatial qualities. Kaldahl has worked with a myriad of spatial themes and ornaments that frequently reappear in his formal vocabulary, and which arise out of a methodical, gradual, and experimental process. This catalogue includes an introductory essay by Brooklyn-based curator, writer, and historian Glenn Adamson. Copenhagen-based writer and curator Jorunn Veiteberg draws connections to contemporary and historical developments with ceramic practices in fine art and craft. Further, Kaldahl’s own voice is present in the publication in a number of highly engaging statements.
Impact of Integrating Educational Technology on Teacher Preparedness: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Rafya Eman Ali J , Haidarah Khulood Khaled S , Qadhi Saba
Published: September 2024

The primary objectives of this review are (1) to provide an overview of the impact of integrating Educational Technology on Teacher Preparedness, (2) to integrate technology into teaching and learning, and (3) to present teachers’ thoughts about technology integration and barriers to integrating technology in education. The systematic literature searches of English language articles were conducted in November 2023 in the Scopus database, yielding 13 studies that met the inclusion criteria and represented six countries. Data analysis resulted in ways for applying the technological pedagogical content knowledge (TPACK) framework within teacher preparation programs. In addition to Integrating technology into teaching and learning. Nevertheless, preservice teachers’ perceptions regarding technology integration should be considered. The results have implications for integrating technology effectively into the curriculum, resulting in better use of technology for student learning. Limitations of the study are discussed.
Communication Strategies Benefits to NGOs Sustainability: A Case of Malaysian Elderly Care Centres
Authors: Nadzmy Fadzlyn
Published: September 2024

Malaysia is experiencing a significant surge in the population of the elderly, leading to a higher demand for elderly care centres run by NGOs. As a result, effective communication is essential for NGOs, particularly the elderly care sector as both aspects are connected to public affairs and resource management. To sustain their organisations, they depend heavily on the way they communicate their vision, mission which at the same time being transparent with the wider stakeholders. This study explores how communication strategies lead to sustainability of elderly care centres of Malaysia. In order to achieve a better and more in-depth understanding, a qualitative research strategy and semi-structured interview technique were adopted to collect the data. The sample comprised ten (10) elderly care centres of NGOs in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, Malaysia. The findings revealed that NGOs have integrated effective communication strategies into their organisations, which have a higher impact on their sustainability. Based on the findings, a recommendation plan has been proposed. This study presents a proposed layout that incorporates effective communication strategies in elderly care centres of Malaysian NGOs. Thus, identifying the communication strategies which relevant to Malaysia will add to the existing body of knowledge and this study will benefit the board of NGOs as well as assist policymakers in formulating strategic communication within NGOs.
AI-Driven Security Paradigms: Elevating Cloud Protection with Machine Learning
Authors: Muter Bushra Majeed , Mohamed Ayat Jasim
Published: September 2024

In the literature, some studies have explored classifying network traffic using Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks to enhance cloud security. We analyzed a dataset—BCCC—that includes various types of network traffic: Benign, Benign-Email-Receive, Benign-Email-Send, Benign-FTP, Benign-SSH, Benign-Systemic, Benign-Telnet, and Benign-Web_Browsing_HTTP-S. Key features examined include fwd_ack_flag_percentage_in_fwd_packets, fwd_ack_flag_percentage_in_total, min_fwd_header_bytes_delta_len, and handshake_duration. The model performed well in detecting the Benign class, but some classes with fewer samples, such as Benign-FTP and Benign-Email-Receive, require improved precision and recall due to class imbalance. Overall, the model’s performance in classifying network traffic is strong. This research outlines strategies for addressing class imbalance and refining feature engineering. It provides a foundation for further, more detailed investigations into AI approaches for network traffic classification, highlighting the importance of sample balancing to achieve high accuracy.
Tortuga marina 2024
Authors:   Conselleria d’Agricultura, Pesca i Medi Natural, Vaquer-Sunyer Raquel , Barrientos Natalia ,   Consorci per a la Recuperació de la Fauna de les Illes Balears (COFIB),   Fundación Palma Aquarium,   Marineland Mallorca,   Laboratori d’Investigacions Marines i Aqüicultura (LIMIA)
Published: September 2024

La tortuga marina o tortuga babaua (Caretta caretta) és un rèptil marí de la família Cheloniidae. Té una mida mitjana, amb una closca que pot superar el metre de longitud (longitud màxima de closca de 120 cm) i els 200 kg de pes.1, 2 Té un cap gran amb un bec i un coll molt robusts. Presenta una coloració dorsal marró amb voreres roges o ataronjades, i el ventre és blanquinós amb tonalitats de color groc pàl·lid. Les cries presenten tonalitats de color gris fosc. Té un bec queratinitzat amb les vores llises. Les aletes davanteres i les extremitats posteriors, amb forma de timó, presenten dues formacions espinoses (pues o ungles). La closca té forma de cor aplanat, amb una amplada d’aproximadament el 76 % de la seva longitud. La closca dorsal té 5 parells de plaques laterals i 3 parells de plaques inframarginals sobre el plastró.
Exploring the Utilisation of Generative AI Tools by Undergraduate First-Year Mechanical Engineering Students in Programming Assessments.
Authors: Hamadeh Lama
Published: September 2024

Integrating the fundamentals of computer science and programming skills into the undergraduate engineering curriculum has been a primary focus for many educational institutions worldwide. Learning the basics of programming from the beginning of undergraduate engineering education allows students to incorporate such skills into their future work easily. Therefore, an introductory programming course for first-year undergraduate students has been running since 2021 in the Mechanical Engineering Department at University College London intending to teach the fundamentals of Python programming language. However, it is well-known that generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) tools in higher education are moving so fast that a wait-and-see approach cannot be taken. These applications have received much global attention from academics on their impact and proper use within the teaching-learning process. This paper investigates first-year undergraduate mechanical engineering students' use of Gen AI tools in their programming assessment. The results show that 60% of the cohort used tools that helped mainly to check their code, improve their English language, and understand error messages. However, 40% abstained from using any. Based on these findings, recommendations on how Gen AI tools can be utilised by undergraduate students in ways that support their learning and enhance their ability to achieve learning outcomes are made.
Алгоритм адаптивного енергетично-циклостаціонарного виявлення шумоподібних сигналів
Authors: Diukov Ihor
Published: September 2024

Сучасні системи і засоби радіозв’язку функціонують у складній радіоелектронній обстановці. Дані системи і засоби об’єднуються в єдину мережу за допомогою цифрових засобів радіозв’язку, які все частіше використовують для передачі інформації шумоподібні сигнали. В умовах постійного моніторингу засобами радіочастотного аналізу спектру та пеленгування джерел випромінювань в ході ведення бойових дій актуальним залишається необхідність забезпечення прихованого управління силами та засобами. Таким чином, не менш актуальним постає завдання сил та засобів з виявлення, аналізу, пеленгування та подальшого контролю виявлених сигналів систем прихованого радіозв’язку. Проблемою об’єкта, на часткове вирішення якого спрямоване дослідження, є необхідність підвищення ймовірності правильного виявлення шумоподібних сигналів на фоні адитивного білого Гауссівського шуму сучасними автоматизованими засобами виявлення та аналізу. Метою статті є удосконалення алгоритму виявлення шумоподібних сигналів за рахунок використання адаптивного енергетично-циклостаціонарного пристрою виявлення. У статті розглядаються відомі методи радіовиявлення та проводиться порівняння їх ефективності щодо виявлення та аналізу параметрів шумоподібних сигналів на фоні адитивного білого Гауссівського шуму. Досліджено питання ефективності використання адаптивного енергетично-циклостаціонарного пристрою для виявлення шумоподібних сигналів систем радіозв’язку. Результати дослідження та алгоритм роботи запропонованого пристрою виявлення, який поєднує властивості енергетичного та циклостаціонарного методів виявлення, дозволяють підвищити ймовірність виявлення шумоподібних сигналів при менших значеннях співвідношення сигнал-шум.
[المرونة الإستراتيجية كمدخل لتطوير البيئة الأكاديمية في جامعة أم القُرى]
Authors:   المملكة العربية السعودية - وزارة التعليم - جامعة أم القرى - كلية التربية - قسم الإدارة التربوية والتخطيط, العريفي أسماء بنت أحمد بن عوض
Published: September 2024

تهدف الدراسة إلى التعرف على مستوى تطبيق أبعاد المرونة الاستراتيجية والمتمثلة في(المرونة التنظيمية، المرونة البشرية، المرونة الاستباقية، المرونة المعلوماتية)، مع الكشف عن الفروق بين استجابات أفراد الدراسة من أعضاء هيئة التدريس حول مستوى تطبيق أبعاد المرونة الاستراتيجية لتطوير البيئة الأكاديمية في جامعة أم القرى من وجهة نظرهم تعزى لمتغيرات (النوع الاجتماعي، الدرجة العلمية، وسنوات الخبرة).
[حكم تطبيق الحدود الشرعية على من ارتكب الجريمة في غير الديار الإسلامية]
Authors:   باحثة دكتوراة في برنامج دكتوراة الفقه وأصوله المشترك بين جامعات القدس والخليل والنجاح/ فلسطين, إبراهيم نور إبراهيم كمال , عساف الأستاذ الدكتور محمد مطلق محمد ,   بروفيسور في الفقه وأصوله، رئيس قسم الفقه والتشريع، جامعة القدس/ فلسطين
Published: September 2024

يتناول هذا البحث حكم إقامة الحدود على المسلم إذا ارتكب جريمة في غير دار الإسلام، حيث قسّم الفقهاء القدامى الدور إلى دار حرب ودار إسلام ودار عهد، أما المعاصرون فذهب كثير منهم إلى أن البلاد اليوم لا ينطبق عليها تقسيم الفقهاء القدامى؛ لوجود معاهدات بين الدول، واختلاط أوصاف دار الإسلام ودار الحرب فيها، فسموها الدار المركبة، وهي الدار التي تنطبق عليها بعض أحكام الإسلام وبعض أحكام الحرب. وقد تم اتباع المنهج الوصفي، كما تم استقراء الآراء في المراجع وكتب الفقه في المذاهب الأربعة والفقه العام المقارن منها، وصولا إلى رأي مختار من بينها.
IMPLEMENTATION OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES FOR ELECTRONIC ORDERING IN MEAT INDUSTRY
Authors: NAJDOVSKI Blagojche , JOSHEVSKA Elena , DIMITROVSKA Gordana , MAKARIJOSKI Borche , VELJANOVSKI Darko
Published: September 2024

With the rapid growth and development of information and communication technology on the one hand, and considering the meat industry on the other hand, there is an opportunity for greater implementation of ICT in the meat industry, that is, the introduction of innovation - the electronic ordering of meat and meat products. To meet the demand, timely availability, and ordering of meat in the domestic market especially for holidays, a pilot web application for electronic meat ordering with basic features has been developed. Java is the programming language used to develop the application, and the Enclips platform is used as the development environment. The order part needs to be recorded in a database. The SQL database will be used as the database in which the data will be recorded. The application is divided into two parts. The first part refers to the users where they will be able to make and confirm an order by filling in the mandatory fields of the application, while the second part refers to the part of generating orders where the suppliers from the meat industry will be able to process the order to contact the buyers and to make a proper delivery on the spot.