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Abstracts as Poetry in Journal Articles: A Call for a New Paradigm in Scholarly Communication
Authors: Onwuegbuzie Tony 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

In scholarly realms, wherein prose prevails,A new voice rises, as poetry sails.The abstract once rigid, confined by form,Now dances with rhythm, defying the norm.

This article calls for a shift in the frame,
Wherein abstract and verse can become the same.
For when ideas transcend simple prose,
Poetry or metapoetry bestows.

Through verse, we distill complex thought,Making ideas more easily caught.For readers who yearn for depth and grace,Poetic abstracts offer a welcoming space.

A reflection on the writing’s role,In capturing research, both heart and soul.Abstracts as poems, clear yet profound,Engage the intellect and emotions unbound.

So let this metapoem serve as a sign,That scholarly work and art can align.For abstracts in poetry bridge the divide,Between logic’s structure and feeling’s tide.

At the core of this call lies a philosophical aim,
Critical dialectical pluralism guiding the frame.
Embracing all methods, diverse voices blend,
Poetic abstracts as a means to transcend.

So I urge the style guides that set the academic stage,
To welcome poetic abstracts on journal articles’ first page.
Not just to allow, but also to give them the space,
For creativity both to enrich and to grace.

In rhyme and rhythm, knowledge can share,
Research with beauty, and scholars who care.
Let both prose and poetry take their place,
Elevating scholarship with thoughtful embrace.
Dermatological Presentations in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Comprehensive Case Study
Authors: Earlia Nanda , Salim Fitria , Hidayati Arie , Pradistha Aldilla , Ibrahim Teuku Maulana Malik , Azzahra Shelda Syifa , Maulidina Rizka Yuliani 
Published: December 2024

Lupus erythematosus (LE) is an inflammatory autoimmune disease with a broad clinical spectrum of multi-organ inflammation and can be life-threatening. Manifestations of LE can occur confined to the skin (cutaneous lupus erythematosus, CLE) or systemic involving several organs such as the kidneys, heart, and lungs (systemic lupus erythematosus, SLE). We report a female, 27-year-old with complaints of black spots on her back, stomach area, hands, and feet. The patient feels that the spots increase when doing activities outside the home. Patients also complain of fever, pain when swallowing, joint pain, fatigue, and hair loss. Dermatological status in the abdominal, posterior thoracic, and extremities regions shows the presence of macules accompanied by hyperpigmented patches with unclear borders, irregular edges, gutta-plaque size, multiple numbers, and atypical arrangement and configuration. In the ANA profile examination, the native SS-A antigen (60 kDa) +++ results were strongly positive. The examination results concluded CLE type Subacute CLE (SCLE). The patient was given Calcium Carbonate capsules, Folic Acid tablets, and Methylprednisolone tablets. Topical medications include tretinoin 0.25% cream, momethasone 0.1% cream, Desoximethasone 0.25% cream, clobetasol propional 0.05% cream, and must use Sunscreen morning and evening. After 2 weeks, the patient showed good results. The black spots are starting to fade. Other complaints, such as fever, fatigue, and pain when swallowing, have decreased. Cutaneous lupus can be a challenge to treat because the symptoms are varied and complex. Management of CLE aims to eliminate symptoms and signs of the disease, prevent damage from occurring, minimize side effects of drugs, and improve quality of life.
Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty Provides Durable Outcomes Regardless of Diagnosis and Pathology
Authors: Jackson Garrett R. , Knapik Derrick M. , Mowers Colton C. , Lapica Hans , Coutelle Nino , Movassaghi Aghdas , Routman Howard , Sabesan Vani J. 
Published: December 2024

Introduction As surgical indications for reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA) have expanded, appropriate patient counseling and shared decision-making should be informed by clinical outcomes specific to each indication for RSA. While RSA has traditionally been indicated in patients with rotator cuff arthropathy (RCA), it has been employed increasingly in patients with osteoarthritis and in intact rotator cuff with better-reported outcomes. To compare patient-reported outcomes (PROs) and postoperative range of motion (ROM) following RSA for patients with RCA compared to those with rotator cuff-intact glenohumeral OA. Methods All patients undergoing RSA from January 2016 to September 2021 by a single surgeon at a single institution were retrospectively identified through a prospectively collected database. Patients indicated for RSA secondary to OA without rotator cuff pathology were compared to patients indicated for RSA secondary to RCA. Patient-reported outcomes (PROs), including the Simple Shoulder Test (SST), American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES), Shoulder Arthroplasty Smart (SAS) score, and University of California-Los Angeles (UCLA) scores, as well as active range of motion (ROM) were measured preoperatively and at a minimum 2-year follow-up, with outcomes between groups based on RSA indication compared. Results A total of 107 patients (n=71 RCA group, n=36 OA group) were identified, with no difference in patient demographics. No significant differences between groups were appreciated at the final follow-up based on SST (p = 0.765), ASES (p = 0.437), SAS (p=0.782), or UCLA (p = 0.313) scores, or ROM (all, p<0.622). One patient (2.8%) in the OA group underwent revision surgery due to dislocation, while one patient (1.4%) in the RCA group required revision due to an infection associated with the spacer. Conclusion Patients undergoing RSA for glenohumeral OA without rotator cuff pathology reported comparable patient reports outcomes and ROM values at a minimum 2-year follow-up compared to patients indicated for RSA secondary to RCA.
Community support for seniors with impairments in cognitive abilities, and their families, through an assistant social service
Authors: Bieńkowski Mateusz , Kruk Anna Monika 
Published: December 2024

<b>Cel</b>. Celem artykułu jest ukazanie nowej usługi społecznej w Polsce polegającej na asyście osób z neurodegeneracyjnymi problemami zdrowotnymi, zaprezentowanie form i zakresu wsparcia w ramach usługi asystenckiej, a także analiza badawcza projektu usługi asystenckiej
w ramach programu realizowanego przez Fundację „Wsparcie”. Tekst składa się z trzech części, wprowadzenia oraz podsumowania. Pierwsza część artykułu przedstawia realizowane usługi społeczne na rzecz środowiska seniorów w Polsce, w szczególności dla osób z problemami poznawczymi, oraz wybrane instrumenty pomocy społecznej dla seniorów w ich środowisku zamieszkania. Część druga jest próbą określenia ram teoretycznych usług osobistej asysty osoby z problemami poznawczymi. Usługa osobistej asysty może być wzorowana na zawodzie asystenta osoby niepełnosprawnej. W części trzeciej znajduje się rezultat badania jakościowego. <b>Metody i materiały</b>. W dwóch pierwszych częściach tekstu przedstawiono badania zrealizowane za pomocą metodyki analiz teoretycznych, charakterystycznych dla nauk społecznych, w tym desk research oraz analizy dyskursu. Część badawczą artykułu oparto o dwie metody: indywidualnego wywiadu oraz analizę dokumentów zastanych, czyli desk research, a obie należą do nurtu badań jakościowych. <b>Wyniki i wnioski</b>. Osobista asysta osoby z problemem demencji i jej rodziny jest nowym modelem wsparcia seniorów w Polsce, stworzonym na podstawie autorskiej koncepcji
Fundacji „Wsparcie”. Może być realizowana na bazie istniejących instrumentów organizacyjnych i prawnych w ramach pomocy społecznej oraz na podstawie doświadczeń różnych podmiotów w ramach tzw. dobrych praktyk. Asystenci osobiści seniorów z problemami neuropoznawczymi stosują profesjonalne techniki wsparcia osób z niepełnosprawnościami.
Relationship Between Self-Awareness as an Outcome of Psychological Support Interventions and Optimism: A Study of Perceptions of Youths in Charitable Children's Institutions in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya
Authors: Magut Amos 
Published: December 2024

Growth of self-awareness among vulnerable youth is linked to development of positive developmental trajectories in life like optimism. This paper aims to investigate the relationship between self-awareness, as influenced by psychological support interventions, and levels of optimism among looked-after youths. The study employed convergent parallel mixed methods design. Validated questionnaire and an interview guide were tools for data collection. The study investigated how self-awareness, as influenced by psychological support interventions, are associated with optimism as perceived by looked-after youth. The study found that youth in residential care found psychological support interventions helpful in enhancing self-awareness. However, reintegrated youth are uncertain about the effectiveness of these interventions. The optimism level among residential care youth was higher than reintegrated youth. This suggests that families where reintegrated youth are deployed may be facing challenges in creating an environment for them to grow out of their traumatic past and become optimistic. The chi-square findings suggest that the provision of psychological support interventions significantly enhances self-awareness and optimism among participants. The study recommends that efforts should be made to improve the quality of residential care through professionalization care services. The growing global push to promote family-based alternatives and eliminate institutional care as the principal choice for children in need of protection must be done in a way that children do not fall into more vulnerabilities.
Knowledge About Environmental Dynamics and Attitude Towards Conservation of Saiwa Wetland, Trans-Nzoia County, Kenya
Authors: Owiti Millicent A. , Kibue Grace W. , Ogoma Maurice O. 
Published: December 2024

Wetlands are important ecosystems for ecological, social and economic value. Despite their importance, wetlands are under serious threat due to anthropogenic factors, such as intensified agriculture. We conducted a study to assess the knowledge and attitudes towards conservation of Saiwa Swamp in Trans-Nzoia County Kenya. The study used a mixed-methods approach to collect data through household surveys, key informant interviews and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs). Household survey data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Chi-Square while key informant and FGDs data were analyzed under thematic areas. The findings reveal that the respondents are aware of the interrelatedness of their activities and the natural resources of the environment. They understand that besides biodiversity conservation, the swamp plays an important role in providing the community with livelihoods, cultural and economic needs. The findings also establish they are aware that their livelihood activities threaten the swamp. Therefore, protecting and managing the Saiwa swamp ecosystem is essential for the well-being of both present and future generations. For sustainability of both the swamp and community livelihoods, the County and National government should work together with all stakeholders to create and establish a culture of stewardship and collective responsibility among local communities. More importantly, the community should be involved in designing conservation interventions as a key to ensuring adoption and implementation.
Leveraging on Agricultural Cooperatives in Feed and Fodder Production Among Smallholder Dairy Farmers in Meru County, Kenya
Authors: Wambu Charles , Gichuki Castro 
Published: December 2024

Climate change is having a severe effect on the availability of feeds and fodder, which causes irregular milk output and high production costs for farmers and cooperatives. This study focuses on the role of agricultural cooperatives in promoting feed and fodder, and management. A cross-sectional survey design with concurrent mixed methods approach entailing quantitative and qualitative methodologies was adopted. The target population was drawn from seven dairy producer groups supported by the Meru dairy cooperative union. Systematic random sampling was used to sample one hundred and ninety-five respondents from seven selected dairy cooperatives. Purposive sampling was used to select key informants in the dairy value chain. Primary data was collected using key informants, interview guides, household survey questionnaires and focus group discussion guides. The data collected was analyzed quantitatively and qualitatively. The study findings indicate that 92% of respondents produced their own fodder, while 28.3% outsourced. High cost of feeds and fodder was a major challenge. The agricultural cooperatives supported farmers in production and bulking of super Napier fodder. They also support farmers in access feeds and fodder for This study recommeds agricultural cooperatives should conduct trainings on modern feed and fodder production, as well as conservation of fodder and home made rations. The study also recommeds that policy makers should legislate laws that support dairy cooperatives in feed and fodder production.Also laws stould be legislated to protect smallholder farmers from exploitation by feed manuafacturers.The study also recommeds further studies on feed, fodder contamination qne quality analysis.
Socio-Economic Determinants of Digital Financial Inclusion in Kenya
Authors: Mose Naftaly , Gitonga Morris , Fumey Michael 
Published: December 2024

Empirical studies and data from the Global Findex show that financial inclusion varies widely across regions, income levels, and individual characteristics. This study examines the influence of socio-economic and demographic factors on the accessibility, usage, and well-being of digital financial inclusion in Kenya by using World Bank's 2017 Global Findex survey on Kenya, a microdata dataset with 1000 observations to meet research expectations. Given the dichotomous nature of dependent variables, this study uses binary probit analysis to draw the implications. The results show that factors like being a man, young, educated, employed, and rich are significant in determining the accessibility and utilization of digital financial services in Kenya. Furthermore, this research also revealed that the elements affecting financial inclusion and well-being include education level, gender, and income status. The result suggests that policymakers should focus on empowering women and the poor, adopting measures to enhance workforce and income growth, and addressing differences in individual characteristics on age and education to promote the inclusion of the poor into the formal financial system in Kenya.
Enhancing Digital Resilience: A Cybersecurity Readiness Assessment of Kenyan TVET Institutions
Authors: Kiarie Nahashon 
Published: December 2024

Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions play a critical role in preparing the Kenyan workforce for the demands of the digital age. The rapid digitalization and widespread adoption of technology in these institutions poses significant cybersecurity threats, potentially compromising sensitive data, disrupting academic activities, and undermining the overall integrity of these institutions. This study aimed to assess the cybersecurity readiness of TVET institutions in Kenya. It analyzed their existing policies, practices, incident response and recovery procedures to identify potential weaknesses and areas for improvement. The research employed a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative interviews with key stakeholders along with quantitative surveys distributed across multiple TVET institutions. 50 TVET institutions were randomly selected and questionnaires distributed to the Management and IT personnel in these institutions. 39 questionnaires were returned translating to 78% response rate. The design of the questionnaire was based on the four major cybersecurity elements: people, process, policy, and technology. The findings indicate that while some TVET institutions have made progress in developing and implementing cybersecurity policies, many are still lagging, and vulnerabilities remain prevalent. Several factors contribute to these gaps, including the absence of a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy, limited resources and inadequate training programs. This study recommends the development of robust cybersecurity policies, regular risk assessments and the establishment of security awareness programs. As TVET digital landscape continues to evolve, the implementation of effective cybersecurity measures is paramount to guarantee the protection of information and other IT assets.
Formação de Professores na Amazônia: uma perspectiva decolonial
Authors: De sousa peres Elida , Gomes Souza Elizabeth 
Published: December 2024

Este texto apresenta o recorte de uma pesquisa de doutorado em andamento, tendo como teoria e metodologia a perspectiva decolonial com interlocução de autores do ensino da matemática. Foi realizando um questionário pelo google forms para os professores de matemática e que ensinam matemática em formação inicial e continuada, na cidade de Belém do Pará. Tendo como objetivo dialogar a formação de professores que ensinam matemática em seu processo formativo, com o intuito de compreender o que revelam as formações de professores na Amazônia, sendo suleada a partir da seguinte questão de pesquisa: Quais são as principais características das formações de professores de matemática baseadas na perspectiva decolonial? Desse modo, buscamos evidenciar a formação de professores/as na Amazônia, dialogando a partir da decolonialidade como possibilidade de resistir no processo formativo que silencia as diversidades e o contexto da região amazônica. Assim, propomos uma formação de professores sob uma perspectiva decolonial não com intuito de substituir o conhecimento matemático tradicional, mas sim complementar e enriquecer com diferentes perspectivas culturais, sociais e históricas, reconhecendo a diversidade de conhecimentos matemáticos existentes nas diferentes formas de conhecimento e práticas matemáticas não ocidentais, que foram historicamente marginalizadas e subalternizadas.
¿Puede la construcción de un puente entre Saltos del Guairá-Paraguay y Guaíra-Brasil impulsar el comercio bilateral y el desarrollo regional?
Authors: Duarte Sánchez Derlis Daniel 
Published: December 2024

La infraestructura es fundamental para el desarrollo económico local, ya que proporciona las bases necesarias para el crecimiento sostenible. Facilita el transporte eficiente de bienes y personas, mejora el acceso a los mercados y servicios, impulsa la productividad y la competitividad de las empresas locales, y fomenta la inversión y la creación de empleo. El objetivo de la investigación consiste en analizar la importancia de la construcción de un puente que conecte la ciudad de Saltos del Guairá-Paraguay y Guaíra-Brasil. Para lo cual, se utilizó una metodología de enfoque cualitativo, descriptivo de revisión documental, se ha revisado 49 artículos científicos para la elaboración del manuscrito, para el análisis de los resultados, se ha revisado dos casos particulares, el caso de la construcción del puente que conecta Ciudad del Este con Foz de Iguazu y Encarnación con Posadas. Los principales resultados demuestran que, los beneficios potenciales incluyen una mayor eficiencia en el transporte de mercancías, la promoción del comercio internacional y el estímulo del desarrollo local. Además, la inversión en infraestructura de transporte puede contribuir significativamente al crecimiento económico y la mejora de la calidad de vida de los habitantes de la zona. En resumen, la construcción de un puente en Saltos del Guairá representa una oportunidad única para impulsar el desarrollo económico y social en la región, aprovechando al máximo su posición estratégica en la frontera con Brasil. Los estudios examinados demuestran que, la integración física entre países a través de puentes ha generado cambios significativos en la dinámica económica, facilitando el comercio bilateral, estimulando el turismo y promoviendo el desarrollo urbano.
EFFECTS OF HIGH LOAD STRENGTH TRAINING WITH AND WITHOUT TISSUE SPECIFIC PLANTAR FASCIA STRETCHING EXERCISE ON PAIN, RANGE OF MOTION AND FUNCTIONAL DISABILITY AMONG ATHLETES WITH PLANTAR FASCIITIS
Authors: Ilyas Muhammad , Javed Adiba , Nadeem Maryam , Dastgeer Ghulam , Jawaid Muhammad Tauseef , Shah Syed Nasir Ali , Asim Hafiz Ali Bin 
Published: December 2024

Background: Plantar fasciitis is a common overuse injury characterized by debilitating heel pain and reduced functional capacity, frequently affecting athletes due to repetitive stress on the plantar fascia. This condition significantly impairs daily activities and athletic performance, necessitating effective interventions. High-load strength training (HLST) has shown promise in managing plantar fasciitis, with the potential for improved outcomes when combined with tissue-specific plantar fascia stretching exercises. This study investigates the comparative effectiveness of HLST with and without stretching exercises.
Objective: To compare the effectiveness of high-load strength training with and without tissue-specific plantar fascia stretching exercises in reducing pain, improving range of motion, and alleviating functional disability among athletes with plantar fasciitis.
Methods: This randomized controlled trial included 34 male athletes aged 20–35 years, divided equally into two groups. Group A received HLST combined with tissue-specific plantar fascia stretching exercises, while Group B underwent HLST alone. The study was conducted over six months, from March 2024 to September 2024, at a sports club in Mirpur, AJK. Participants were assessed using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), Functional Foot Index (FFI), and goniometer. Pre- and post-intervention measurements were analyzed using SPSS Version 25, with paired and independent sample t-tests used to determine statistical significance.
Results: Post-treatment NPRS values significantly improved in Group A (4.235 ± 0.903, p=0.029) compared to Group B (4.941 ± 0.899, p=0.039). Similarly, FFI values improved more significantly in Group A (66.705 ± 7.235, p=0.015) than in Group B (62.764 ± 4.115, p=0.004). Ankle dorsiflexion and plantar flexion were also better in Group A, with dorsiflexion improving from 17.529 ± 1.328 to 23.411 ± 2.032 (p=0.003), and plantar flexion increasing from 35.941 ± 2.221 to 46.117 ± 2.471 (p=0.002).
Conclusion: Both high-load strength training alone and in combination with stretching exercises effectively reduced pain, improved range of motion, and alleviated functional disability in athletes with plantar fasciitis. However, HLST combined with tissue-specific plantar fascia stretching was significantly more effective, offering superior outcomes across all measures.