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Self-Employment and Labour Market Decentralization: Legal Frameworks and Challenges in the European Union
Authors: Tomaszewska Monika
Published: April 2024

This article examines the stimuli and implications of the employment decentralization trend within the European Union, highlighting the spiral in self-employment. The demarcation between traditional dependent employment and self-employment has culminated in the evolution of distinct legal frameworks and protective measures. These frameworks traverse substantive labour laws, social security provisions, health insurance, and tax structures, each meticulously designed to cater to the specific needs and attributes of workers within these separate employment categories. Given the escalating prominence of the self-employment domain, there’s an emerging imperative for a re-defined labour legislation strategy. This strategy aims to harmoniously combine freedoms and self-employment with the EU’s foundational principles, including solidarity, equitable treatment, and robust social protection.
Electrooxidation pretreatment prevents membrane fouling and improve treatment efficiency of a membrane bioreactor treating reject water and condensate generated during sludge dewatering
Authors: Sinharoy Arindam , Kim Seung Hui , Chung Chong Min
Published: April 2024

This study explored electrooxidation pretreatment of reject water and condensate generated using sludge dewatering with goal of improving its treatment using a membrane bioreactor (MBR) and also prevent membrane fouling. Initially the important parameters for electrooxidation process were optimized. The results showed that a total current of 4.03 A/L, current density of 60 mA/cm2, pH 7, and 1500 mg/L of Cl- ion concentration were best in terms of solubilization and removal of fouling-causing substances from wastewater. The colour removal from the wastewater could be as high as 92.4% (7 colour unit (CU) of treated effluent) under optimum operating condition. For biological treatment, a four-tank biological system consisting of consequently placed anoxic and aerobic compartments with final tank containing a MBR was used. When compared with untreated wastewater, the MBR treating EO pretreated wastewater showed significant improvement in terms of membrane fouling measured as transmembrane pressure (TMP). Further improvement in the nitrogen and TOC removal could be achieved by extending the EO treatment duration and subsequent HRT of MBR treatment. The findings from the study clearly demonstrates the potential for integrating a combined electrooxidation and MBR treatment in the conventional wastewater treatment plant for reducing its influent pollutant load.
Geothermal resource potentials estimation from the interpretation of aeromagnetic data over parts of Southwestern Nigeria
Authors: Ike Emmanuel , Oniku Adetola Sunday , Ezike Sabastine Chinedu , Kanu Maxwell Obia , Ewusi-Wilson Rodney
Published: April 2024

In a bid to explore unconventional electricity generation sources and reduce effects of fossil fuels, this study evaluates geothermal resource potentials over parts of Southwestern Nigeria, precisely depth to the bottom of magnetic source (DBMS), heat flow, geothermal gradient and their relationships. Regional-residual anomaly separation was conducted, and spectral analysis was applied on the residual anomaly component of 14 aeromagnetic data sheets. Depth to the bottom of magnetic source varies between 1.87 and 6.26 km, with average value of 3.50 km, heat flow varies between 23.18 and 77.38 mWm−2, with average value of 43.79 mWm−2, while geothermal gradient varies between 9.27 and 30.95 oC/km with average value of 17.52 oC/km. Northcentral region has the highest heat flow (77.4 mWm−2), followed by Northeast (68.3 mWm−2), Southwest has the least (< 40.0 mWm−2) while Southeast has values in between the extremes. A comparison between the average heat flow and that of ‘thermally stable’ continental regions of the world (60 or 65) mW/m2 gives 72.98 or 67.37% respectively. The estimated heat is probably from mantle plumes, radioactive sources or heat generated from pressures within basements that are overlaid by thick thermally insulated sediments, hence hot magmatic fluid flows into fractured basement and cause hydrothermal alterations of surrounding rocks. Since most geodynamic operations depends on thermal structure of the earth’s crust, the result of this study has undoubtedly contributed significantly to the body of existing thermal knowledge and closed the information gap regarding crustal temperature distribution at depth in Southwest part of Nigeria and Nigeria in general.
DENİM KUMAŞLARIN GÖRÜNTÜ TAHMİNLEMESİNDE ÜRETİM PARAMETRELERİ VE GÖRÜNTÜ İŞLEME TEKNİKLERİNİN KULLANILMASI
Authors: Şimşek Orbay Çağlayan , Kızılkaya Aydoğan Emel , Delice Yılmaz
Published: April 2024

Bu çalışmada, denim kumaşın üretim parametrelerine göre görüntüsünü üretim gerçekleştirilmeden tahmin ederek oluşturmayı amaçlayan bir görüntü model geliştirilmiştir. Tahmin modeli, denim kumaşların üretiminde nihai görünümü etkileyen parametrelerin dikkate alınmasıyla oluşturulmuştur. 100’den fazla kumaşın incelenmesi sonrası seçilen üretim parametreleri, çözgü ipi numarası, atkı ipi numarası, örgü tipi, örgü yönü ve ham atkı sıklığıdır. Önerilen model, bu parametreleri kullanarak gerçekçi denim kumaş görüntüleri oluşturarak üreticilere ve tasarımcılara, spesifik görsel karakterlere sahip kumaşların üretim öncesi tahmini görüntüsünü görme imkânı sağlamaktadır. Üretim parametreleri ve denim kumaşların nihai görüntüsü arasındaki ilişkinin daha iyi anlaşılabilmesi için, ürünlerin mikroskobik ve normal görüntüleri üzerinde incelemeler yapılmıştır. Bu incelemeler sonucunda, kumaşın iç yüzeyini gösteren mikroskobik görüntülerde her sıradaki görünen atkı ipliğinin uzunluğunun, yanında bulunan çözgü ipliğinin uzunluğunun örgü tipi numarası kadar olduğu gözlenmiştir. Bu bilgiler ışığında, kumaş görüntüsü için piksel değerleri belirlenerek kumaşın dokuma görüntüsü oluşturulmuştur. Ancak sadece bu bilgileri kullanarak geliştirilen algoritma, gerçek dokuma işleminde bulunan entropiyi göz ardı edeceğinden, gerçekçiliği artırmak amacıyla doğal görüntüler elde etmek için de matematiksel çalışmalar yapılmıştır. Python OpenCV kütüphanesi kullanılarak tarayıcıdan elde edilen normal kumaş görüntüleri üzerinde incelemeler yapılmıştır. Görüntü temizleme ve siyah-beyaz görüntü elde etme işlemleri uygulanmış ve bu siyah-beyaz görüntülerden kumaşlardaki koyu ve açık pikseller tespit edilerek saydırılmıştır. Bu analizler sayesinde atkı ipliklerinin dokuma esnasında çözgü ipliklerinin renginden ne kadar etkilendiği belirlenmiştir. Yapay görüntülerde atkı ipliklerine ait açık renkli pikseller koyulaştırılarak gerçekçi bir denim görüntüsü oluşturulmuştur. Son kullanıcı hatalarının önüne geçilebilmesi için Python kütüphaneleri kullanılarak bir arayüz oluşturulmuştur. Bu arayüz, hatalı veri girişinin önüne geçerek kullanıcının veri girişini tamamladıktan sonra algoritmanın arka planda çalışıp tahmini kumaş görüntüsünü oluşturmasını sağlar. Modelin denenmesi amacıyla bilinen kumaş türleri üzerinde testler yapılmış ve orijinal görüntü ile algoritma tarafından oluşturulan yapay görüntü karşılaştırılarak başarılı sonuçlar elde edilmiştir. Yapılan çalışmada, matematiksel bir model kullanılarak tahmin edilen kumaş görselleri orijinalleri ile ortalama piksel değeri, koyu renkli piksel sayıları ve açık renkli piksel sayıları bakımından kıyaslanmış ve %90’ın üzerinde bir benzerlik olduğu tespit edilmiştir.
PLA ve GERİ DÖNÜŞTÜRÜLMÜŞ PET FİLAMENTLERİNİN 3D FDM BASKIDA BOYUTSAL DOĞRULUK ve GERİÇEKİLME PERFORMANSININ KARŞILAŞTIRILMASI
Authors: Aktepe Elif , Aktepe Şükriye
Published: April 2024

Bu çalışmada, PLA filament ve PET su şişelerinin geri dönüştürülmesiyle elde edilen PET filamentin boyutsal doğruluğu ve geri çekilme performansı, 3D FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) yazıcı kullanılarak üretilen test objeleri üzerinde değerlendirilmiştir. Çalışma, geri dönüştürülmüş PET filamentin kullanılabilirliğini ve teknik performansını belirlemeyi hedeflemektedir. Araştırmada farklı baskı hızları ile PLA filament ve geri dönüştürülmüş PET filament kullanılarak baskı işlemleri gerçekleştirilmiştir. 3 boyutlu yazıcı ile farklı hızlarda (30-40-50 mm/s) üretilen test objelerinin boyutsal doğruluğu için ölçümler yapılmıştır. Bu ölçümler, filamentin yapısal tutarlılığını ve basılan nesnelerin boyutsal hassasiyetini değerlendirmek amacıyla gerçekleştirilmiştir. Geri çekilme performansı için de aynı baskı hızları kullanılarak hem PLA filament hem de geri dönüştürülmüş PET filament ile baskılar alınmıştır. Araştırmanın sonuçları, geri dönüştürülmüş PET filamentin 3 boyutlu FDM tipi yazıcılarda nasıl performans gösterdiğini ortaya koyarak, sürdürülebilir üretim sürecine katkıda bulunabilir.
González Cobaleda, Estefanía, Miradas y desafíos jurídicos-laborales a la diversidad sexual y de género: especial atención al factor edad, Madrid, Dykinson, 2024
Authors: Ruíz Santamaría Jos´é Luis
Published: April 2024

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Extremal Results and Bounds for Atom-Bond Sum-Connectivity Index
Authors:   Department of Mathematics, College of Science, University of Ha’il, Ha’il, Saudi Arabia, Ali Akbar , Gutman Ivan ,   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Science, Serbia, Furtula Boris ,   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Science, Serbia, Redžepović Izudin ,   Department of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, State University of Novi Pazar, Novi Pazar, Serbia, Došlić Tomislav ,   Faculty of Civil Engineering, University of Zagreb, Croatia, Raza Zahid ,   Department of Mathematics, College of Sciences, University of Sharjah, UAE
Published: April 2024

The ABS (atom-bond sum-connectivity) index is a topological index, that was introduced in 2022 by amalgamating the main ideas of two well-examined indices. Mathematical aspects (especially, extremal results and bounds) of the ABS index have already been studied considerably. The primary goal of this review paper is to collect known bounds and extremal results regarding the ABS index. Several new extremal results, which follow easily from existing general results, are also given. Moreover, a number of open problems and conjectures, arising from the reported results, are proposed.
Comparative Cheminformatics Study on Structural and Physiological Similarity of Bridged Heterometallic Complexes
Authors:   State University of Novi Pazar, Serbia, Redžepović Izudin , Soldatović Tanja V. ,   State University of Novi Pazar, Serbia
Published: April 2024

In the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, many procedures are based on the principle that compounds with similar structures tend to exhibit similar activities. Therefore, the development of computational methods for decision support in similarity assessment is of utmost importance. In this proof-of-concept study, we introduce a computational framework for quantitative computation of agreement between structural and physiological similarity of compounds. As model molecules, we use bridged heterometallic complexes. To derive physiological binary vectors we use rate constants for the first substitution reaction between our compounds and some biomolecules. It is believed that such treatment of metal complexes allows a better understanding of the structure-activity relationship and can serve as a guide for new synthetic targets.
Bounds on Molecular Properties of π Systems: First-order Properties
Authors:   Department  of Chemistry, University of Sheffield, UK, Fowler Patrick W. , Pickup Barry T. ,   Department  of Chemistry, University of Sheffield, UK
Published: April 2024

Wederive upper and lower bounds to first-order properties in the H¨uckel model: π charge, bond order, bond number, and matrices of higher spectral moments. Bounds that depend on the electronic configuration, and on the molecular graph alone are derived. A ladder of relations between higher and lower spectral moments leads to bounds via the Cauchy-Schwarz theorem. The old square-root degree bound on bond number implicit in the work of Coulson, Moffitt and Longuet-Higgins is sharpened. Key to this development is the distinction between core and core-forbidden vertices of a graph.
A Decomposition-Based Approach for Deriving Positive Steady States of a Class of Chemical Reaction Networks with Non-Mass-Action Kinetics
Authors:   Institute of Mathematics, University of the Philippines Diliman, Philippines, Hernandez Bryan S. , Lubenia Patrick Vincent N. ,   Center for Natural Sciences and Environmental Research, Philippines
Published: April 2024

Steady states are frequently used to investigate the long-term behaviors of (bio)chemical systems. Recently, there has been a growing interest in network-based approaches due to their efficiency in deriving parametrizations of positive steady states in systems with mass-action kinetics. In this study, we extend this approach to derive positive steady states in networks under non-mass-action kinetics, specifically mixed kinetics. In a system with mixed kinetics, some reactions {may follow} mass-action kinetics, while others in the same network follow different rate laws, such as quotient rate laws. An example of such complexity is evident in a mathematical model of the insulin signaling pathway in type 2 diabetes. To compute its positive {steady states}, we adapt our existing network decomposition approach, originally designed for mass-action kinetics, to handle networks with non-mass-action kinetics. This approach involves breaking down a given network into smaller, independent subnetworks to derive the positive steady states of each subnetwork separately. These individual steady states are then combined to obtain the positive steady states of the entire network. This strategy makes computations more manageable for complex and large networks. More importantly, this method could separate reactions with purely mass-action kinetics into certain subnetworks from those that follow different rate laws. We also present an illustrative example that provides insights into methods for transforming networks with mixed kinetics into their associated mass-action systems.
BENEFICIAL PROPERTIES OF TRAMETES VERSICOLOR HETEROPOLYSACCHARIDES IN A RAT MODEL OF METABOLIC SYNDROME
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Serbia, Stojanović Aleksandra , Nikolić Marina ,   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Serbia, Lazarević Nevena ,   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Serbia, Novaković Jovana ,   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Serbia, Jeremić Nevena ,   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Serbia, Živković Vladimir ,   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Serbia, Bradić Jovana ,   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Serbia, Jakovljević Vladimir ,   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Serbia
Published: April 2024

We aimed to examine the potentially beneficial effects of Trametes versicolor heteropolysaccharides (TVH) on redox balance in a rats with metabolic syndrome (MetS). Total of 40 Wistar rats were divided into 5 groups: CTRL-healthy non-treated rats; MetS-non-treated rats; H-TV (high dose of TV), M-TV (medium dose of TV) and L-TV (low dose of TV)-rats with MetS treated with either 300, 200 or 100 mg/kg TVH per os for 4 weeks. Prooxidative parameters and parameters of the antioxidative defense system were determined spectrophotometrically. H-TV and M-TV significantly reduced the level of prooxidants and increased antioxidants activity. The obtained results demonstrated that the TVH may be considered a potentially useful agent for redox balance in MetS conditions.
Pengaruh Pola Asuh Orang Tua terhadap Kedisiplinan Pelaksanaan Sholat pada Anak
Authors: Kumaidi Muhamad , Febriani Evi , Dwiputri Aulia Senja
Published: April 2024

An important role in instilling discipline in children is held by both parents. The discipline of children's worship can be obtained through parents' parenting of their children. Parents vary in teaching their children the discipline of prayer. Some parents use authoritarian methods, where children are forced to pray without providing adequate understanding or explanation. As a result, they tend to perform prayers out of compulsion and lack involvement in making decisions. Permissive or liberal parenting involves parents over-indulging their children and letting them do as they please. It is more likely to give excessive or indifferent attention to their children. If parents neglect their children's worship, especially with regard to prayer and do not encourage or invite them to perform it, then children will neglect worship and act as they wish. If parents over-indulge their children and do not emphasize the importance of praying, these children will become negligent and indifferent towards praying even if their parents ask them to do so. The democratic parenting method is used by the majority of parents. By using this democratic parenting approach, they not only build a good relationship with their children but also give them adequate understanding and explanation of the meaning of prayer. That way, the children.
Pendidikan Akhlak Perspektif Al-Qur’an
Authors: Febriani Evi , Oktaviani Citra , Kumaidi Muhamad
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this study is to discuss morals in the perspective of Islamic education. The type of research used in this study is a descriptive method with a research approach using qualitative methods. As for this research method, it uses the method of literature review or library research on books, scientific journals, the Qur'an and Hadith and other sources. The results of this study explain that morals have a very important role to learn and to be applied in everyday life. Morals have such a high position and are considered to be the key determinants in educational success. The role of morals according to the perspective of Islamic education refers to human behavior, attitudes and morals which include aspects such as ethics, morals and manners regulated in Islamic religious teachings. Morals in Islamic education are useful to prepare humans towards a prosperous life both in the world and in the hereafter.
Analisis Perbandingan Kinerja Keuangan pada PT Mulia Boga Raya TBK dan PT Indofood Sukses Makmur TBK
Authors: Sajun Yastriana
Published: April 2024

This study aims to analyze whether there are differences in the financial performance of the companies PT Mulia Boga Raya Tbk & PT Indofood Sukses Makmur Tbk during the 2021-2023 period based on liquidity ratios, solvency ratios, profitability ratios, and activity ratios. This type of research is quantitative descriptive with secondary data. The results of this research show that there are differences in the financial performance of PT Mulia Boga Raya Tbk & PT Indofood Sukses Makmur Tbk from 2021-2023. Where the liquidity ratio of PT Mulia Boga Raya Tbk from 2021-2023 is seen from the current ratio, quick ratio, and cash ratio as "Very Good" because it is above the industry average standard, meaning this company has a strong ability to pay off its short-term obligations. Meanwhile, PT Indofood Sukses Makmur Tbk is "Pretty Good" as seen from the current ratio, quick ratio and the cash ratio is "Very Good". The solvency ratio can be seen from the Debt to Asset Ratio and Debt to Equity Ratio of PT Indofood Sukses Makmur Tbk "Very Good" compared to PT Mulia Boga Raya Tbk "Not Good". In the profitability ratio, we look at the Net Profit Margin, return on assets, and Return on Equity of PT Mulia Boga Raya Tbk & PT Indofood Sukses Makmur Tbk "Not Good". In terms of activity ratios seen from Total Assets Turnover and Fixed Assets Turnover, both companies are said to be "Very Good" because they are above the set industry standards.
Ungkap Potensi Kawasan Ekonomi Khusus dalam Mewujudkan Ekonomi Inklusif
Authors: Wardhana Chrisna Satya
Published: April 2024

This research examines the potential of Special Economic Zones (KEK) in realizing an inclusive economy in Indonesia through literature observations. The main findings show that SEZs act as a catalyst for economic growth by attracting investment and creating a multiplier effect for the local economy. To realize an inclusive economy, SEZs need to integrate region-based development, implement a sustainable economy, and strengthen the principle of linkages with local economic sectors. However, there are challenges such as concentration of benefits in large companies, exploitation of resources, and weakening integration with local economies. The proposed solutions include implementing a circular economy, supporting local entrepreneurship, and increasing community access to financing, training and business networks. Comprehensive efforts are needed to maximize the potential of SEZs in achieving a sustainable, inclusive economy.
Comparison of Nonlinear Models to Describe the Growth of Tuj and Romanov x Tuj (F1) Lambs
Authors: Dağdelen Ülkü , Esenbuğa Nurinisa
Published: April 2024

This study aimed to identify the most suitable model for explaining weight changes in purebred Tuj (n=35) and Romanov x Tuj (RoxTuj) (F1) (n=25) lambs using non-linear models. Single-born lambs of both breeds and genders were included in the evaluation. Five different non-linear growth models were compared: Brody, Gompertz, Logistic, Richards, and Weibull. The best model for describing growth was chosen based on four criteria: coefficient of determination (R²), mean square error (MSE), Akaike information criterion (AIC), and Bayesian information criterion (BIC). Models with the highest R² and the lowest MSE, AIC, and BIC values were considered the best fit for the data. It was observed that the Brody model had the highest R2 and lowest MSE, AIC and BIC values for Tuj and RoxTuj (F1) female and male lambs. The Gompertz, Logistic, and Richards models exhibited similar predictive performance. In contrast, the Weibull model produced significantly different results compared to the other models when predicting weight changes. Therefore, the Brody model was identified as the most effective model for explaining growth patterns in both Tuj and RoxTuj (F1) lambs.
Efektivitas Sanksi Adat Sebagai Alternatif Hukum Bagi Pelaku Perzinaan Menurut Hukum Islam
Authors: Dwi Syafitri Nova Trisna , Lestari Vira Nur , Rindiyani Rindiyani , Banu Irfansyah Fiqri Fitrah
Published: April 2024

Sanksi hukum adat dan hukum Islam memainkan peran penting dalam menegakkan norma-norma sosial terkait perzinaan di masyarakat. Penelitian ini menjelaskan terkait mengeksplorasi perbedaan pendekatan dan prosedur antara sanksi adat dan hukum Islam dalam menangani pelaku perzinaan. Sanksi adat sebagai bagian dari warisan tradisional didasarkan pada norma-norma turun-temurun dan dijalankan oleh lembaga adat atau tokoh masyarakat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui beberapa sanksi hukum adat dan hukum islam serta mengetahui efektivitas penerapan sanksi adat dijadikan alternatif penegakan hukum bagi pelaku perzinaan menurut hukum Islam. Metode penelitian dalam artikel ini yaitu menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan yuridis normatif dengan mengumpulkan beberapa data yang bersumber dari jurnal, website serta artikel ilmiah. Meskipun keduanya memiliki tujuan yang sama dalam menegakkan aturan agama terkait perzinaan, perbedaan dalam proses pembuktian dan penegakan hukum dapat memengaruhi efektivitas dan keadilan karena ada beberapa sanksi hukum adat yang dinilai kurang efektif dalam penerapannya menurut hukum islam dan perlu dilakukan pengkajian ulang.
Evaluation of Young Trio Football School (SSB) Development
Authors:   Department of Sport Science, Yogyakarta State University, Yogyakarta Indonesia, Handoko Akbar Arif , Purwanto Sugeng ,   Department of Sport Science, Yogyakarta State University, Yogyakarta Indonesia, Latief Hamzah ,   Department of Sport Science, Yogyakarta State University, Yogyakarta Indonesia, Yulianto Wahyu Dwi ,   Department of Sport Science, Yogyakarta State University, Yogyakarta Indonesia
Published: April 2024

Research This aim do evaluation of coaching School Trio Muda Football uses the CIPP (Context, Input, Process, Product) model Study This use Mix Method. Object evaluation is SSB Trio Muda. Five Administrators , Five Coaches and 15 Parents athlete chosen in a way on purpose For fill in questionnaire and one from each aspect of SSB Trio Muda ( Manager , Coach , Parents Athletes ) as participant interview . Data collection was carried out as following : (1) do observation , observing news about object evaluate , observe activities at SSB , training and matches team , (2) do documentation , (3) implementing charging questionnaire and (4) carry out interview with 3 participants . Validation Instrument using 'Expert Judgment' and quantitative data analysis with using SPSS, then quantitative and qualitative data done triangulation. Criteria success used for do evaluate each CIPP component with four categories: Very Good, Good, Poor and Very Poor. With combined CIPP analysis with coaching indicators, obtained results evaluation from context aspect which includes; background behind; objective coaching; coaching program including category good with value 3.11. In terms of input which includes; funding; means infrastructure; source Power human and parental supportincluding category good with value 3.00. In terms of process which includes; program implementation and coordination including category good with value 3.23. In terms of products which include achievement and well-being including category Good with value 2.98. So that can concluded coaching School Football (SSB) Young Trio incl in category Good.
Case Report: 14 Years-Old Boy with Paraplegia and Aneurysmal Bone Cysts of Neck who Responded to Anti-Tuberculosis Treatment
Authors:   Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Jenderal Soedirman University, Prof. Dr. Margono Soekarjo General Hospital, Purwokerto, Indonesia, Yamsun M. , Khalik Arief Ismail ,   Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, Prof. Dr. Margono Soekarjo General Hospital, Purwokerto, Indonesia, Setiawan Agus Budi ,   Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Jenderal Soedirman University, Prof. Dr. Margono Soekarjo General Hospital, Purwokerto, Indonesia, Pristika Alya ,   Faculty of Medicine, Jenderal Soedirman University, Purwokerto, Indonesia
Published: April 2024

This article discusses a rare case of Aneurysmal Bone Cyst (ABC) affecting the cervical spine, presenting with neck pain and progressive weakness in all extremities. A 14-year-old boy experienced these symptoms for three years without any history of trauma. Physical examination revealed weakness and tenderness in the cervical vertebrae. MRI showed cervical compression, paravertebral abscess, spinal nerve swelling, and canal stenosis, suggestive of tuberculosis spondylitis. The surgical intervention involved laminectomy and tumor debulking, confirming the diagnosis of a aneurysmal bone cyst. Despite initial motor deficits, anti-tuberculosis treatment significantly improves motor function and neck mobility over several weeks. This case underscores the rarity of cervical spine involvement in aneurysmal bone cyst and highlights the importance of prompt diagnosis and treatment to prevent neurological complications and achieve favorable outcomes. The study emphasizes considering aneurysmal bone cyst as a potential differential diagnosis for lytic lesions involving the spine in young patients, emphasizing the need for vigilance in clinical practice.
The Relationship Between Open Defecation Behavior & Handwashing Behavior and Stunting Incidents in Lae Motong Village, Penanggalan District, Subulussalam City
Authors:   Faculty of Public Health, Teuku Umar University, Gina Sinamo Yulia Nawal , Farisni Teungku Nih ,   Faculty of Public Health, Teuku Umar University, Yulizar Yulizar ,   Faculty of Public Health, Teuku Umar University
Published: April 2024

Symptoms of stunting are recognized by a physical condition where a person's height is only below the normal range for his age, this symptom is also very susceptible to be associated with malnutrition with a long-term percentage that occurs in infants under five years old, also characterized by a z score of -2 SD (stanted) or -3 SD (severe stanted). This study aims to investigate the correlation between open defecation behavior & handwashing practices with soap and stunting occurrences in Lae Motong Village, Penanggalan District, Subulussalam City. It employed an observational analytical design with a cross-sectional approach, focusing on a population of mothers with toddlers, totaling 129. 56 respondents were selected as samples through accidental sampling. Data collection was conducted using structured questionnaires, with analysis performed through the chi-squared test. The findings reveal a significant correlation between open defecation behavior and stunting incidents (p-value = 0.022), as well as between handwashing practices with soap and stunting incidents (p-value = 0.014) in Lae Motong Village, Penanggalan District, Subulussalam City.
A Case Report of a Typhoid Fever Outbreak with an Uncommon Vehicle and Source of Salmonella Enterica Serotype Typhi
Authors:   Department of Biosciences, Sokoine University of Agriculture, Tanzania, W. Mushi Douglas
Published: April 2024

Two goat caretakers aged 19 and 25 years old were infected with Salmonella enterica serovar typhi (S. typhi); both had eaten raw carrots from a garden enriched with goat faeces in typhoid endemic region of Morogoro, Tanzania. S. typhi strains isolated from garden soils and carrots proved to be from goat faeces. This data provide evidence for the spread of typhoid fever through carrots contaminated by faeces from goats contained transient S. typhi.
Electrohomoeopathy Medicine in Covid-19 A Multicenter Clinical Observational Study
Authors:   Research Scholar JJTU, Rajasthan India, Pandey Surendra
Published: April 2024

In December 2019, extreme acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), which causes coronavirus disease (COVID-19), was first detected In Wuhan City, China and later spread to several provinces in China and simultaneously outspreaded worldwide.
Epilepsy Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Front-Line Healthcare Workers in the City of Conakry
Authors:   Department of Neurology, CHU de Conakry, Guinea, MA Bangoura , HM Gouled ,   Department of Neurology, CHU de Conakry, Guinea, IA Camara ,   Department of Neurology, CHU de Conakry, Guinea, ML Touré ,   Department of Neurology, CHU de Conakry, Guinea, CO Soumah ,   Department of Neurology, CHU de Conakry, Guinea
Published: April 2024

Epilepsy is a serious brain disease that affects people of all ages. Evaluating healthcare staff is a key factor in improving the care of people with epilepsy. We studied the knowledge, attitudes and practices of healthcare personnel.
Ex Vivo Drug Evaluation Using Human Ocular Cells: A Contribution to Drug Discovery
Authors:   Departments of 1 Preventive Medicine and 2 Ophthalmology Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY 11794, Rigas Basil , Khwaja Ishan Amin ,   Departments of 1 Preventive Medicine, Master Adam ,   Departments of Preventive Medicine, Honkanen Robert ,   Departments of Ophthalmology Stony Brook University
Published: April 2024

The field of therapeutics is fundamentally and heavily dependent on drug discovery. The record number of new agents being developed probably conceals how ardent the task is [1]. Drug discovery is indeed a long, costly, and high-risk process that takes over 10-15 years with an average cost of over $1-2 billion for a new drug to be approved for clinical use [2]. What is astonishing is the failure rate of candidate drugs. By most accounts over 90% of drug candidates fail to be approved for clinical use. Lack of clinical efficacy and poor drug-like properties along with unmanageable toxicity are among the frequent reasons for their failure. The transition between basic and clinical science, known colloquially and the “valley of death”, is where most promising discoveries meet their demise [3]. Multiple efforts have been made to overcome this difficult situation that adversely affects modern therapeutics [2].
Comprehensive Approach to Workplace Injury Prevention: Strategies and Technological Solutions
Authors:   Neighborhood Physical Therapy PC New City, NY, USA, Baladaniya Maheshkumar
Published: April 2024

Workplace injuries pose significant risks to employees and organizations across industries. This article explores integrating emerging technologies into comprehensive workplace injury prevention strategies to forge a safer future. It examines traditional approaches, such as hazard assessment, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE). It delves into cutting-edge technologies like wearable devices, artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), and robotics. These innovations offer new avenues for monitoring workers, predicting risks, providing immersive training, and automating hazardous tasks. The article discusses strategies for seamlessly integrating these technologies, highlighting potential benefits, challenges, and best practices for successful implementation. With a focus on continuous improvement, the article presents a vision for leveraging emerging technologies to enhance workplace safety and drive positive outcomes.
Metallic Artifice Reduction Angio Tomography versus Digital Subtraction Angiography for the Evaluation of Occlusion of Intracranial Aneurysms after Endovascular Management
Authors:   Faculty of Medicine Universidad Libre, Cali, Colombia, Checa Sara Sofia , Checa Luis Felipe ,   Neurosurgery and endovascular therapy department, Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, Mexico, Morales Jesus Alberto ,   Neurosurgery and endovascular therapy department, Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, Mexico, de Leon Angel Martinez-Ponce ,   Neurosurgery and endovascular therapy department, Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, Mexico
Published: April 2024

Objective: To compare the accuracy of metallic artifice reduction Angiotomography (CTAMaR) and digital subtraction angiography (DSA) for the evaluation of occlusion of intracranial aneurysms after endovascular management with coils.
Experimental Study on Turbine Blade Material
Authors: Jessy Michla J.R  , Yugatheeswaran S  , Mohamed Nihaj M.B
Published: April 2024

This experimental study investigates the nitriding effects on microstructure of wrought 17-4 PH stainless steel. Nitriding was carried out at 560 °C for 2 hours, resulting in significant improvements in hardness.  Nitriding improves the hardness on the surface of the 17-4 PH steel and remains constant in the core. As a result of nitriding the harness increased 3.5 times the hardness of the wrought alloy. Microstructural analysis of both untreated and nitrided samples using a scanning electron microscope (SEM) equipped with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) revealed the formation of a nitride layer. The results show a relationship between nitriding temperature and nitride layer thickness, with higher temperatures leading to thicker layers.
Do Government Efforts and Commitments Affect the SDGs?
Authors: Widianingsih Luky Patricia , Riyono Kenley Maccauley
Published: April 2024

This study aims to examine the influence of three pillars of government efforts and commitment on the Sustainable Development Goals index. The three pillars are Transformation, Coordination and Multilateralism. Knowledge related to country policies should be improved to boost effectiveness to achieve better sustainable development goals. The research sample includes 74 countries around the world that have implemented Sustainable Development Goals practices so that they have a Sustainable Development Goals index achievement value and a Government Efforts and Commitment index value for the index performance period of 2023. The analysis method uses multiple regression in STATA. The results showed that only the Transformation variable had a significant effect on the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals index, but the Coordination and Multilateralism variables had no effect. This finding confirms that comprehensive changes in sectoral policies, accompanied by concrete long-term strategic actions from all parties, are the hallmarks of the government's efforts and commitment.
Sistem Kerja Kelistrikan pada Engine Pesawat Terbang Tipe CRJ-1000
Authors: Abdullah Muhammad Nur , Maulina Intan
Published: April 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian ini untuk mengetahui sistem pendistribusian listrik dari engine ke pesawat dan untuk mengetahui cara kerja mesin (engine) dapat membangkitkan listrik pada pesawat terbang. Sumber data yang digunakan pada penelitian ini dibedakan menjadi dua yaitu data primer diperoleh melalui observasi dan wawancara berkaitan tentang informasi dan kegiatan yang berhubungan dengan aktivitas proses sistem tenaga listrik pesawat terbang tipe CRJ-1000. Data sekunder adalah data yang diperoleh melalui media perantara atau secara tidak langsung yang berupa buku catatan bukti yang telah ada atau arsip baik yang dipublikasikan maupun yang tidak dipublikasikan secara umum. Adapun populasi pada penelitian ini adalah pesawat terbang dan maintenance team pada PT. GMF AeroAsia Makassar dan sample pada penelitian ini adalah pesawat terbang tipe CRJ-1000, staff engineer dan staff mechanic pada PT. GMF AeroAsia Makassar.
Berdasarkan hasil dari penelitian ini dapat diketahui bahwa prinsip kerja engine sehingga dapat membangkitkan tenaga listrik pada pesawat terbang CRJ 1000 meliputi 4 langkah, menghisap udara, menekan udara, ledakan, dan menghembuskan. Udara dari depan mesin turbojet masuk melalui inlet, dengan dibantu menggunakan kipas yang ada pada inlet, sehingga engine dapat mengahsilkan daya (power), yaitu thrust power (tenaga dorong), hydraulic power, pneumatic power dan electrical power.
Reprezentanţii suveranităţii naţionale şi principiul predictibilităţii în materie fiscală
Authors: TINCU Maria Laiu
Published: April 2024

În acord cu accepţiunea lui Sieyès despre suveranitate, oglindită mai apoi şi în textul Constituţiei române, calitatea de titular al suveranităţii revine poporului român, care o exercită prin organele sale reprezentative. Astfel, reprezentanţii puterii suverane se obligă să asigure o stabilitate a reglementărilor legale, aşa încât, desele schimbări de legislaţie şi de regim juridic sau economic al impozitelor să nu pună contribuabilul în situaţia în care să nu îşi poată face o planificare fiscală, iar în mod inerent să apară perturbări în activităţile sale, în special economice. Pe aceste dinamici, prezentul studiu îşi propune, de asemenea, o lărgire a spectrului de analiză a principiul predictibilităţii, care nu se limitează la materia fiscală, ci are în vedere întreg corpusul normativ, fiind chiar o cerinţă formală supusă examinării intrinsece de către Curtea Constituţională a României cu ocazia controlului de constituţionalitatea al legilor, lato sensu.
Evaluarea calităţii reprezentării prin prisma dreptului la un proces echitabil
Authors: MARIN Paula Maria
Published: April 2024

Reprezentantul, legal sau convenţional, numit din oficiu sau ales de către parte, are o misiune extrem de importantă în conturarea unui proces, din momentul sesizării autorităţii judiciare şi până la formularea şi susţinerea căilor de atac. Astfel, în cazul în care reprezentarea nu este efectivă, se pune problema încălcării dreptului fundamental la un proces echitabil. Cu toate acestea, adevărata provocare este aceea de a stabili modalitatea prin care poate fi evaluată calitatea reprezentării, entitatea ce poate statua cu privire la aceasta, precum şi remediile existente şi cele dezirabile pentru evitarea încălcării dreptului la un proces echitabil, atât prin prisma dreptului de acces la justiţie, în materie civilă, cât şi prin raportare la dreptul de a se apăra prin intermediul unui avocat, în materie penală.
Promoting Home Ownership among the Underprivileged: The Role of Social Financing
Authors: Yaacob Mahazril ‘Aini , Hassan Farihah , Hasan Norraidah Abu , Hamik Saidatul Akma , Shahbuddin Herman Shah
Published: April 2024

Many people struggle to obtain home ownership due to unaffordable housing and limited financing. As a result, they opted for renting, which also became a challenge due to the unstable rental sector. Therefore, this paper presents a qualitative analysis of the housing challenges and the roles of social financing in promoting home ownership among the underprivileged in Malaysia. A focus group discussion with ten participants was conducted from low-income groups living in the public housing project (PPR) Kampung Kerinchi, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to validate their housing challenges in their pursuit of home ownership. The findings revealed that housing affordability is the main reason people cannot own it, which has become one of the challenges they face. The study also highlights the challenges related to financing accessibility for affordable homes. The introduction of social finance in managing unaffordability issues among people is seen as a practical tool for people towards home ownership and financial institutions as part of their social responsibility.
Impact of Depression on Academic Performance
Authors: Ali Mohammed , Dhirani Murtuza , Fawad Fariha
Published: April 2024

This study aimed to explore depression as a determinant of the poor academic performance of undergraduate students. Using a predesigned questionnaire (based on the Beck Depression Inventory-II), the data was collected from graduate students in Karachi, Pakistan. The findings of the study revealed a significant influence of depression on the academic performance of graduate students. Students are not usually aware of psychological factors and mental illness that they might be facing and may not prioritize their mental health. This can further lead to a downward trend and may eventually cause bigger problems. Therefore, seminars and tests should be conducted at least once a year regarding mental illness and it should be enforced that students’ mental health is given priority within the premises of academic institutes.
Üniversite Öğrencilerinin Sosyo-Ekonomik Özelliklerine Göre Rekreasyonel Etkinliklere Yönelik Flow Yaşantılarının İncelenmesi
Authors: Özmaden Murat , Ordu Batuhan
Published: April 2024

Bu çalışmanın amacı üniversite öğrencilerinin sosyo-ekonomik özelliklerine göre rekreasyonel etkinliklere yönelik akış yaşantılarının incelenmesidir. Aydın Adnan Menderes Üniversitesi Spor Bilimleri Fakültesi’nde öğrenim gören 333 öğrenci çalışmaya katılmıştır. Çalışmada veri toplama aracı olarak Etkinlik Tecrübe Ölçeği kullanılmıştır. Elde edilen verilerin analizi için bağımsız örneklem t testi ve tek yönlü varyans analizi (ANOVA) kullanılmıştır. Çalışmanın sonuçları, daha yüksek gelir grubunda yer alan öğrencilerin daha düşük akış ve kaygı yaşadıklarını göstermiştir. Ders saatleri dışında bir işte çalışan öğrencilerin akış ve kaygı yaşantıları daha düşük bulunmuştur. Ailesinin yanında ve öğrenci yurdunda ikamet eden öğrencilerin akış ve kaygı yaşantıları evde ikamet eden öğrencilere göre yüksek elde edilmiştir. Sonuç olarak; üniversite öğrencilerinin rekreasyonel etkinliklerde yaşadıkları akış ve kaygı deneyimleri sosyo-ekonomik durumları çerçevesinde değişim göstermektedir.
Farmer Suicides and Alcohol Consumption: An Autopsy Based Medicolegal Study of Suicide Methods and Risk Factors
Authors: Ramteke R , Murkey P N , Borkar J , Barmate N , Shende S
Published: April 2024

The term "suicide" refers to the planned and intentional death of oneself. It is distinctly human, and homicide and suicide are the next three 1 most common causes of unnatural deaths after accidents. Farmer's suicide is mainly attributed to crushing financial pressures on farmers, farm product prices being too low, environmental problems, inadequate irrigation, increased use of chemical fertilizers, crop failure, etc. The current study was conducted at the Medical College in a rural region of central India, where most cases are brought from rural areas. The current study concluded that the majority of incidents affected young adults (20–40 years) who committed suicide by poisoning 72 cases (36.7%). In 16.32% (n=32) of the cases, the farmers had consumed alcohol at the time of the incident. Although 18.88% (n = 37) of the farmers' cases were addicted to alcohol.
Is Medicolegal Autopsy necessary in Diagnosed Natural Deaths?
Authors: Sarkar R , Dutta S S , Banerjee M , Bari A , Nadeem S
Published: April 2024

Medicolegal autopsies are performed in unnatural, sudden and suspicious deaths to find out mostly the cause, manner and mode of death. With the annual autopsy load of 3718 in the year 2022 at our centre, 524 cases consisted of diagnosed natural deaths where the cause of death was known to the physician yet they were sent for medicolegal autopsy as initially it was registered as a medicolegal case. Estimation of magnitude of natural deaths coming for medicolegal autopsy with an aim to find out whether the autopsy findings provided any extra merit over the diagnosed clinical findings including the cause of death that is, the relevance of medicolegal autopsy in natural deaths. It is a retrospective, descriptive and cross-sectional study which took 524 cases of diagnosed natural deaths coming for medicolegal autopsy at our centre in the year 2022 amongst which unidentified cases, unnatural death cases, cases which were brought dead to the hospital, sudden deaths, deaths with suspicion of foul play, cases where no clear history of the disease were available to us and cases where medical records of the deceased could not be arranged were excluded. Out of all such diagnosed natural death cases, majority of the cases (255 cases) (48.6%) died due to sepsis and the least common cause being diseased condition of the heart which constituted (56 cases) (10.6%) amongst such diagnosed natural deaths. On medicolegal autopsy, there were no extra appreciable findings which could justify the physician's decision of sending the deceased for medicolegal autopsy.
Body Packer Syndrome - Ethical Issues? A Case Series
Authors: Chavhan H , Chavan G S , Murkey P N , Batra A K , Zopate P R , Kukade S
Published: April 2024

Transporting the foreign bodies, goods, outside or inside the body is called body packer or body pusher or body stuffers and also mules. Contraband substances and specially gold are smuggled in this process. If suspected by Custom Agency or the Police, they refer the case for medical examination and further medico-legal process of recovery of these substances from human body. The role of the doctors is very crucial as far as the life of mules, amount of material to be recovered, preservation of the evidence material including documents, radiological evidence, x-rays and the procedural methods followed, till handing over the recovered material to the concerned officer and keeping records. In the present study, we discussed various cases of body packers which smuggled cocaine and gold. NCCT scan of abdomen is more effective technique to identify body packers. The work experience of such cases in tertiary care hospital is presented here with the aim to share with medical professionals and medico-legal experts.