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Colonic Atresia and Hirschsprung's Disease: A Case Report from King Abdulaziz University Hospital
Authors: Akeel Nouf Y. , Kamal Jamal S. , Abdulrahman Aisha M. 
Published: November 2019

Atresia of the colon is a rare form among all types of intestinal atresia. Further, the association between colonic atresia and aganglionosis is extremely rare; it may be easily overlooked due to the associated distal microcolon. Management of a case of colonic atresia with distal aganglionosis presented with anastomotic leak due to unsuspected aganglionosis was discussed.
Maternal Factors and Neonatal Mortality and Morbidity Associated with Late Preterm Birth
Authors: Al-Wassia Heidi K. 
Published: November 2019

The objective of this study is to ascertain risk factors and outcomes associated with late preterm birth. A 1:1 matched case-control study of mothers who delivered at 34+0 to 36+6 weeks gestation (cases) and at term (controls) at King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia between June 1st, 2014 and March 30th, 2015. We enrolled 53 cases and 53 controls. Mothers of late preterm infants were older (p = 0.03), with higher parity (p = 0.04), body mass index (p = 0.01) and multiple pregnancies (p = < 0.001) compared to mothers of infants born at term. A higher proportion of hypertension and (p = 0.01) and premature rupture of membrane (p = < 0.001) preceded late preterm deliveries. Cesarean section frequency was greater in late preterm infants (p = 0.002). Late preterm infants were admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit more frequently than their term counterparts (p = < 0.001), had more respiratory adverse outcomes (p = 0.006) and longer hospital stay (p = 0.001). Late preterm birth is a substantial perinatal health problem warranting a closer look at eff orts to improve prenatal care strategies to reduce risk factors associated with it and prevent non-medically indicated premature birth.
Gliomatosis Cerebri: A Report of Three Cases with Literature Review
Authors: Hendi Ali M. 
Published: November 2019

Gliomatosis cerebri is a rare glioma of poor prognosis due to its diff use infiltration of the central nervous system involving three or more lobes of the brain. It has non-specifi c symptoms such as epilepsy, cognitivedisorders, headache and change in personality. Three cases of gliomatosis cerebri are reported. Extensive literature review was done. This review includes defi nition, type, clinical presentation, diagnosis [radiological and pathological], deferential diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis. In conclusion gliomatosis cerebri was initially a postmortem diagnosis. Following the advancement of the MRI, it became a radiological diagnosis that induces diff use involvement of at least three contiguous lobes of the brain with relative preservationof its general anatomical confi guration. It is manifested clinically as a very aggressive disease with poor prognosis. Imaging plays an important role in initial diagnosis, biopsy planning and follow up.
Power Made Perfect in Weakness: Theologia Crucis in 2 Corinthians 13:3–4
Authors: Heavin Joshua 
Published: November 2019

ABSTRACT
2 Corinthians 13:3–4 is hardly a locus classicus for Paul’s theology of the cross, but arguably offers a needed corrective to a recent trend in theological interpretation of the cross that I characterize here as “power dissolved into weakness.” This essay offers a close reading of Paul’s theology of the cross in this passage, demonstrating that Paul’s theologizing into the Corinthian crisis is rhetorically predicated upon the inseparable unity of participation in the Messiah’s cruciform weakness and resurrection power by the life of God. Subsequently, by probing the reception history of this passage, I attempt to draw out critical and constructive possibilities for the contribution of this passage to contemporary theological interpretation related to divine power, Christology, and regard for the vulnerable.
O Uso da Tecnologia no Recrutamento e Seleção de Pessoas: Um Estudo no Setor Hoteleiro
Authors: Silva Jessyca Rodrigues Henrique da , Barreto Leilianne Michelle Trindade da Silva 
Published: November 2019

Objetivo: O presente estudo analisa a forma como a tecnologia da informação e comunicação tem sido utilizada no recrutamento e seleção de pessoas no setor hoteleiro. Metodologia/Abordagem: Realizou-se um estudo exploratório-descritivo de cunho qualitativo, a partir da aplicação de entrevistas, junto a gestores responsáveis pelas atividades de recrutamento e seleção de pessoas nos hotéis de Natal, RN, Brasil. Originalidade/Relevância: O trabalho evidencia tecnologias atuais que são utilizadas na captação de talentos no mercado de trabalho dos hotéis de diferentes tipos - pequeno, médio e grande porte. Principais resultados: Os empreendimentos de maiores estruturas apresentaram maior uso das ferramentas tecnológicas, especialmente, das redes sociais on-line, tais como, Facebook, Linkedin e Whatsapp. Por possuírem maiores estruturas, esses hotéis possuem um maior número de cargos estratégicos, requerendo profissionais com características peculiares para ocupá-los. Tais necessidades, passaram a forçar os gestores a utilizar a tecnologia para ampliar suas possibilidades no momento da contratação. Contribuições teóricas/metodológicas: O estudo demonstra que embora a tecnologia se faça presente no recrutamento e seleção, os modernos métodos não substituem os tradicionais, e são utilizados apenas como um complemento. Portanto, existe preferência por métodos tradicionais e esse uso tecnológico ocorre de forma pouco expressiva no contexto dessas empresas.
Uma nota sobre a Lei de Zipf no futebol brasileiro: o ranking da CBF (2013-2018)
Authors: Shikida Claudio Djissey , Carraro Andre , Fernandez Rodrigo Nobre 
Published: November 2019

Objetivo do estudo: O objetivo da pesquisa foi verificar o grau de adequação do ranking da CBF à lei de Zipf. Metodologia/abordagem: Foram utilizadas regressões de corte transversal e em painel para os rankings no período 2013-2018. Originalidade/Relevância: Um padrão como a lei de Zipf – verificado em diversos rankings em outras áreas – implica em forte concentração na amostra. No caso dos clubes brasileiros, isso significaria que poucos clubes teriam possibilidades de sucesso ao longo dos anos. A pesquisa contribui na discussão sobre a concentração do sucesso no futebol em poucos clubes. Principais resultados: Os resultados sugerem que a concentração dos clubes brasileiros é um menos forte do que a sugerida pela Lei de Zipf. Contribuições teóricas/metodológicas: a literatura nacional apresenta poucas tentativas de se verificar o grau de concentração entre clubes de futebol brasileiros. O uso da econometria – inclusive por meio das técnicas de dados em painel – são a principal contribuição desta pesquisa. Palavras-chave: Ranking da CBF, Lei de Zipf, Economia dos Esportes.
Validation de la version française de l’Échelle du sentiment de responsabilité des enseignants (Teacher Responsibility Scale)*
Authors: Vaudroz Cynthia , Berger Jean-Louis 
Published: November 2019

L’objectif de cet article est de présenter la validation de la version française de l’Échelle du sentiment de responsabilité des enseignants (Teacher Responsibility Scale) élaborée par Lauermann et Karabenick (2013). Dans une première étude, nous avons soumis à 154 enseignants en formation la version française de l’Échelle du sentiment de responsabilité, une échelle mesurant le sentiment d’efficacité personnelle et une échelle de contrôle de la désirabilité sociale. Dans une seconde étude, nous avons testé l’invariance de l’Échelle du sentiment de responsabilité entre hommes et femmes, entre enseignants novices et chevronnés ainsi que selon le type de support utilisé pour la passation du questionnaire (papier ou en ligne) auprès d’un échantillon constitué de 533 enseignants, en réalisant des analyses factorielles confirmatoires multigroupes. Les résultats indiquent que l’échelle possède des propriétés psychométriques de qualité et peut être utilisée à des fins de recherche et/ou de formation.
Geophysical and Geotechnical Investigations of the Sea Floor Sediments for Offshore Subsea Facility Installation in “EMOBS” Oil Fields, Western Niger Delta Nigeria
Authors: Chibuzor H. Chuku , Minapuye I. Odigi, , Chidi A. Ibe , Richmond U. Ideozu 
Published: November 2019

The investigation reveals the stratigraphic sub-division of the site within the depth explored. Basically, though at some depths the lithology is similar, they are different sediments as revealed by the laboratory tests. Essentially, the site consists of silty clay on the surface that is soft in consistency and weak in shear strength. However, the consistency and the strength of the clay improve down depth from 14.50m where it becomes soft-firm. At 30.00 m depth, the clay becomes very firm as some shell fragments (mostly calcareous shells of gastropods and mollusks) occurred within it. Below this clay unit at about 45.00 m depth, a dense to very dense Sand unit of about 10.00m -12.00m thick occurs. The sand is poorly to moderately graded. Below this sand unit at about 57.0m depth, another firm clay unit occurs. This clay unit becomes intercalated with sand at 60.50m and continues to about 62.50m where it grades into firm clay and continues to the termination depth at 66.00m. Based on the findings, a number of recommendations have been formulated for the safe and cost effective development of this Oil Field.
Effect of Different Kinesio Taping Applications on Ankle Range in Children with Spastic Cerebral Palsy: A Comparative Study
Authors: N. Kora Alaa , H. Abdelazeim Faten , A. Olama Khaled , R. Abdol Raouf Ehab , R. Abdelraouf Osama 
Published: November 2019

Background and Purpose: Spastic cerebral palsy is accompanied with an increase in calf muscles’ spasticity and a decrease in the ankle range of motion. The purpose of the study was to compare muscle inhibitory with functional corrective Kinesio taping applications on children with spastic cerebral palsy.
Methods: Thirty two children with spastic cerebral palsy were selected from the outpatient clinic of the faculty of Physical Therapy Cairo University. Muscle inhibitory and functional corrective Kinesio taping applications in addition to physical therapy program were applied for three successive months. Digital Goniometer was used to assess the ankle range of motion pre and post Kinesio tape applications.
Results: The study revealed that that the functional corrective Kinesio taping is more effective in increasing ankle range of motion than the muscle inhibitory.
Conclusion: Functional Corrective Kinesio tape application is recommended for increasing ankle range of motion in children with spastic cerebral palsy.
Influence of Thermal and Chemical Modification on the Physical and Mechanical Properties of Leucaena leucocephala Wood
Authors: Olufemi B. , Ayanleye S. O. , Iyiola E. A. 
Published: November 2019

This study examined the physical and mechanical properties of thermally and chemically modified Leucaena leucocephala wood. Sample planks were obtained from Akure and reduced to defect-free samples of 20 mm × 20 mm × 60 mm. Wood samples were oven dried to a constant weight at 103 ± 2°C and cooled in a desiccator before the thermal treatment. Heat treatment of wood was Carried out in a muffle furnace at 140, 160 and 180°C for 1hr and 2 hrs. Butyl Acetate was used for the chemical treatment. The dimensional stability, weight gain of the samples was measured with parameters such as volumetric swelling, percentage weight gain and water absorption.
The result of WA showed that there was a decrease with increased temperature and treatment time. At a treatment time of 2 hr, lower values of WA were obtained as compared to the control samples which are 22.65% at 160°C and 17.15% for 180°C. Volumetric swelling values of 5.87 and 5.56 at 160°C and 180°C were obtained during the experiment. The result of the experiment showed that the water absorption of the wood decreases at increasing temperature and treatment time but after prolonged soaking of wood in water thermally treated wood showed lower resistance to biodeterioration as compared to chemically treated wood.
Chemically modified wood showed increased MOR at 2 hrs treatment time (109.75 N/mm2) than thermally treated wood with MOR of 99.14 N/mm2 at 160°C and 48.76 N/mm2 at 180°C which makes them be more durable and can therefore be used for constructional purposes.
Soil Rhizosphere Microbial Properties of Selected Farmlands in Rumuokparali Community
Authors: Stanley H. O. , Alexander J. , Ugboma C. J. 
Published: November 2019

This study was conducted to determine the rhizosphere soil microorganisms associated with the cultivation of Manihot esculentum, Comelina bengalensis, Talinum triangulare and Telfairia occidentalis. The plants were obtained from newly cultivated, ready for harvest and fallowed farmlands. The rhizosphere microorganisms were enumerated and compared with bulk soil microorganisms. The heterotrophic bacterial count for newly cultivated farmland ranged from 2.9 x107-6.3x108 cfug-1 and total fungal ranged from 5.6 x104-7.0 x106 sfug-1, while the bulk soil total heterotrophic bacterial count was 4.96 x 109 cfug-1 and the total fungal count was 5.87 x 106 sfug-1. The heterotrophic bacterial count for ready for harvest farmland ranged from 1.82 x108-1.80 x109 cfug-1 and total fungal ranged from 2.3 x104-3.57x106 sfug-1, while the bulk soil total heterotrophic bacterial count was 1.90x109 cfug-1 and the total fungal count was 2.30x106 sfug-1. The heterotrophic bacterial count for fallowed farmland ranged from 5.65 x108-1.50x109 cfug-1 and total fungal ranged from 1.33 x106-3.05x106 sfug-1, while bulk soil total heterotrophic bacterial count was 1.74.0x109 cfug-1 and total fungal count was 1.07x106 sfug-1. The rhizosphere soil bacterial isolates belong to the genera: Staphylococcus, Hafnia, Acinetobacter, Bacillus, Bacteroides, Klebsiella, Tatumella, Enterobacter, Corynebacterium and Pseudomonas while fungal isolates belong to the genera: Aspergillus, Epicocum, Chrysosporium, Trichosporon, Cryptococcus, Fusarium, Penicillium and Chaetomium. The bulk soil bacterial isolates belong to genera: Staphylococcus, Hafnia, Acinetobacter, Bacillus, Klebsiella, Tatumella, Corynebacterium and Pseudomonas while the fungal isolates belong to genera: Aspergillus, Epicocum, Chrysosporium, Trichosporon, Cryptococcus and Chaetomium. Microbial diversity of rhizosphere soil was more compared to bulk soil.
Factors Affecting Age Cohorts on Life Cycle Retirement Planning
Authors: Folk Jee Yoong 
Published: November 2019

The purpose of this paper is to examine the cohort effect on different stages of the financial life cycle and the extent of planning for a financial safety net. A total of 990 questionnaires were distributed randomly in the Klang Valley of Malaysia which is the largest and most cosmopolitan region resulting in a 55.2% return rate. Analyses using hierarchical and ordinary regression were applied on four hypotheses. The results revealed that age cohort variables made significant contribution to life cycle retirement planning, particularly the younger age cohort. Strong relationship was found between current financial resources and consumption for all age cohorts. On the other hand, there were no significant effect between current financial resources and age cohorts except that the older age cohorts were relatively more significant predictors. The implication was that not only should their individual perceptions of retirement planning become an increasingly important part of people s long-term commitment throughout their life-cycle, it must also assume the role as a self-directed life-long learning process, in view of the ever-changing and complicated financial environment. Consumption pattern would have reduced post retirement. During their retirement years, healthcare will become ever so important as the elderly cohorts will have different degrees of health, illness, and disability. This can translate to higher cost within the same age cohort.
Estimation of Background Induced Temperature in and Around Bakery Ovens for Some Selected Locations in Calabar
Authors: Kamgba F. A. 
Published: November 2019

Estimation of background induced temperature from six selected Bakery Ovens in Calabar was investigated. An in-situ measurement approach was adopted in order to quasi-accurately estimate temperature of Oven; wind speed in bakery and ambient temperature around the bakery. The relationships between the measured parameters were obtained from plots of wind speed against Temperature and Temperature of oven against distance from Oven. Statistical correlations of wind speed values and temperature were estimated, which yielded a good positive correlation coefficient for wind speed and temperature in all cases and for all the six locations under study, with the relevant plots; these clearly show that all of the two parameters; wind speed and temperature are necessary to be used in analysing and assessing the wellbeing of workers in the perceived heat stressed environment. On the other hand, the coefficient of determination value shown on each of the correlation plots depicts that the models relating the Temperature and wind speed in each case respectively are good performing models. It was found out that the temperature exposure of workers in all the bakeries under study exceeded the WHO (20oC -29oC) exposure limit for comfort. All the bakeries visited during this study used firewood industrial oven.
The Effective Agricultural Extension Approach
Authors: Abdel-Maksoud Bahgat M. 
Published: November 2019

This paper is a review article. It depended on information obtained from secondary sources (books and scientific journals). The main purposes of this paper were to: review the definition of extension approach and present various types of agricultural extension approaches defined by researchers, determine attributes of the effective agricultural extension approach and qualities and necessary conditions for this approach, review different methodologies used to measuring the effectiveness of agricultural extension approaches, propose determinants of the effectiveness measurement of extension approaches, and finally to present the application of extension approaches in Egypt.
Infestation and Damage by Caryedon serratus (Olivier) Weevil on Stored Tamarindus indica (Linneaus) Fruits in Kano State, Nigeria
Authors: Yusuf S. R. , Ado R. A. , Sule H. , Wudil B. S. 
Published: November 2019

A survey was conducted on the infestation and damage of Caryedon serratus on stored tamarind pods from September to November, 2014 in three local government areas (Doguwa, Gezawa and Kano Municipal) of Kano State in Nigeria. Structured questionnaires were randomly administered to 60 respondents. A total of 27 samples of tamarind pods were purchased for damage analysis. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the collected data while ordinary least square Regression was used on damage data. Results obtained indicated that un-elevated room storage (in woven sacks) was the preferred (48.3%) form of tamarind storage practiced (91.7%), mostly for a period of 1 – 3 months (60%) of storage before being sold out. More so, about 98.3% of the respondents were aware of C. serratus as pest of tamarind pods. The pods are commonly attacked by such pest (48.3%) from inception to about 3 months of storage leading to highest damage levels (36.7%). The regression analysis revealed that the number of perforations were highly significant (P<.001) in relation to the total number of tamarind pods, however the effect observed on pods was insignificant on weight loss in any of the three locations. The combined models analysis shows Gezawa recorded significantly higher number of perforations (P<.001) compared to others which are similar. On the control measures, 46.7% have reported the application of a control method against C. serratus and that dried pepper (20%) was the most prevalent. Solarization and airtight polythene storage bags were found statistically similar. Only 5% of the respondents use synthetic chemicals although very effective. The present study revealed that C. serratus is a widespread and damaging pest of tamarind in the study areas. Therefore, there is need for a more advanced, cost effective and safe alternative means of control especially from the first three to six months of storage.
Spatial Assessment of Urban Facilities and Services in Port Harcourt Metropolis, Nigeria
Authors: Wizor Collins H. , Wali Elekwachi 
Published: November 2019

The rapid increase in both urban and rural populations in Rivers State has led to the problem of inadequate availability of urban facilities and social services thus giving rise to social disparity and unequal access to these basic facilities and services by people of the same population spectrum. Empirical research has shown that the problems of social disparity (inequality) particularly in urban areas are on the increase and is gaining global and local attention. Despite the efforts of successive governments in the study area to combat this social problem, it is still raising its head in form of unequal access to educational facilities, health care, urban housing, good roads, and emergency services. This study, therefore, spatially assessed urban facilities and services in Port Harcourt metropolis, Nigeria. The mixed research method was adopted. However, the sampling size for the study comprises of 160 users of these urban facilities/services and staff of the facilities who were also interviewed. Data for the study were analyzed using descriptive statistical tools while Chi-square (X2) method of analysis was used to validate the research hypothesis. The result of the study revealed that accessibility to urban facilities and services is contingent on the level of income of residents in Port Harcourt Metropolis. The result further showed that the accessibility level to urban facilities and services varies across the sampled urban neighbourhoods. Arising from the above, the researchers recommended the deliberate formulation and implementation of policies targeted at eliminating the increasing inequality in access to urban facilities and services in Port Harcourt metropolis and the urgent need to increase the number of basic socio-economic, health, educational and recreational facilities/services to serve the increasing population in the metropolis.
Modelling Secular Variation in the Southwest Pacific
Authors: Alfheid Maha Ali , Attia Mohana Faroug 
Published: November 2019

A spherical cap harmonic analysis (SCHA) model has been used to derive a high resolution regional model of the geomagnetic field in the southwest Pacific region over the past 400 years. Two different methods, a self-consistent and the gufm1 dipole method, have been used to fill in gaps in the available data. The data used in the analysis were largely measurements of the magnetic field recorded in ships logs on voyages of exploration in the region. The method chosen for the investigation used a spherical cap of radius