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Identification and Distance Measurement of Dust Clouds at High Latitude by a Clustering Hierarchical Algorithm
Authors: Sun 孙 Mingxu 明旭 , Jiang 姜 Biwei 碧沩 , Guo 郭 Helong 贺龙 , Cui 崔 Wenyuan 文元 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
We present a catalog of dust clouds at high Galactic latitude based on the Planck 857 GHz dust emission data. Using a clustering hierarchical algorithm, 315 dust clouds at high Galactic latitudes are identified. Additionally, using the optical and ultraviolet extinction of 4 million and 1 million stars, respectively, provided by Sun et al., we derive the distances and physical properties for 190 high Galactic latitude dust clouds and the ultraviolet excess ratios for 165 of them. Through the study of color excess ratios, this work confirms that molecular clouds with large Galactic distances and low extinction likely have a higher proportion of small-sized dust grains. In addition, clouds with well-defined distances in the catalog are used to trace the Local Bubble, showing good consistency with the boundary of the Local Bubble from the literature.
Evolving Outer Heliosphere: Tracking Solar Wind Transients from 1 au to the VLISM with IBEX and Voyager 1
Authors: Zirnstein E. J. , Kim T. K. , Rankin J. S. , Dayeh M. A. , McComas D. J. , Swaczyna P. , Beesley L. J. , Reisenfeld D. B. 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
Interstellar Boundary Explorer (IBEX) observations of energetic neutral atom (ENA) fluxes from the heliosphere have greatly enriched our understanding of the interaction of the solar wind (SW) with the local interstellar medium (LISM). However, there has been recent controversy surrounding the inability of most ENA models to produce as high an intensity of ∼0.5–6 keV ENAs as IBEX observes at 1 au, especially as a function of time. In our previous study (E. J. Zirnstein et al.), we introduced a new model that utilizes a data-driven magnetohydrodynamic simulation of the SW–LISM interaction to propagate pickup ions through the heliosheath (HS) after they are nonadiabatically heated at the heliospheric termination shock. E. J. Zirnstein et al. only simulated and analyzed IBEX observations from the direction of Voyager 2. In this study, we expand our model to include fluxes from the direction of Voyager 1, as well as in the low-latitude part (middle) of the ribbon (10° below the ecliptic plane). We show that the model results at Voyager 1 are consistent with E. J. Zirnstein et al.’s results at Voyager 2 in terms of a secondary ENA source contribution of ≲20% from both directions. Our results in the middle of the ribbon also reproduce the data, when including a time-dependent secondary ENA source. Finally, we demonstrate with our simulation that three large pressure waves likely merged in the VLISM and were observed by Voyager 1 as “pf2,” while at least one of the wave’s effects in the HS was observed by IBEX as a brief enhancement in ENA flux in early 2016.
Proales amplus sp. nov., a new monogonont rotifer with a large epipharynx from Korea (Rotifera, Proalidae)
Authors: Yang Hee-Min , Min Gi-Sik 
Published: October 2024

The family Proalidae Harring & Myers, 1924, includes four genera and 53 species, distributed across all eight biogeographic realms and inhabiting various environments, including freshwater, saltwater and terrestrial environments. The genus Proales, the largest within Proalidae, encompasses 41 species characterised by diverse morphological traits. In Korea, the presence of Proalidae has been documented with five known species: Bryceella perpusilla Wilts, Martínez Arbizu & Ahlrichs, 2010, B. stylata (Milne, 1886), B. tenella (Bryce, 1897), Proales fallaciosa Wulfert, 1937 and Proalinopsis caudatus (Collins, 1872).
A new species, Proales amplus sp. nov., is the 42nd species within the genus Proales. This species exhibits unique morphological characteristics in the trophi, particularly in the epipharynx, which are distinctive enough to prevent misidentification with other Proales species. The habitus of the new species bears some resemblance to P. phaeopis Myers, 1933, sharing features, such as an elongated and fusiform body, two eyespots, a single foot pseudosegment, two short toes and the absence of a dorsal papilla between the toes. However, the epipharynx of the two species is markedly different. The unique epipharynx characteristic of this new species is unparalleled within the genus Proales.
Building Biodiversity Digital Twins
Authors: Schigel Dmitry 
Published: October 2024

A digital twin is a replica of a system, process, or object realized as a digital version. Digital twins are widespread in engineering and aim to can help many kinds of organizations simulate real situations and their outcomes, ultimately allowing them to make better decisions. Digital twins combine cutting-edge modelling approaches with powers of supercomputers with data streams. These data resources, coming through the research infrastructures, depend on data standardization, efficient data models and workflows, and on FAIRness (Findability, Accessibility, Interoperability, Reusability) of these elements. Digital twin concepts have been applied to biodiversity data since 2022, most notably through the Biodiversity Digital Twin project. The outcomes of dynamic modeling based on the biodiversity data (which availability changes in volumes and quality) against the globally available changing environmental and human impact data are expected to form the basis for management of natural resources and aims to support biodiversity recovery. The BioDT consortium brings together a dynamic team of experts in biodiversity data and standards, high performance computing, and FAIR data to realize the first set of biodiversity Digital Twin prototypes.
Biodiversity evidence generated, standardized and shared from collections, systematic and long term surveys, eDNA and metabaroding, citizen science and other communities representing a range of biodiversity evidence types, can to be applied in the dynamic and interactive modelling solutions, known as digital tiwins. The Biodiversity Digital Twin project (and the twin approach in general) offers advanced simulation and prediction models to tackle global biodiversity challenges. This project is designed to address biodiversity dynamics through a set of use cases, providing insights and tools for conservation and restoration efforts. The BioDT project has revealed similarities and differences of applying Biodiversity Information Standards (TDWG) thinking and principles of data standardization to the communities with different levels of familiarity with standards and FAIR principles.
The presentation at SPNCH-TDWG 2024 covered the process of building biodiversity digital twins by the second project year and exposed the work along the gradient of data intensity, of data FAIRness, and of complience to the international data standards. The details of ten BioDT project stories are covered in the special issue of the Pensoft RIO journal on BioDT project (Afsar et al. 2024, Chala et al. 2024, Frøslev et al. 2024, Ingenloff et al. 2024, Groeneveld et al. 2024, Khan et al. 2024, Mikryukov et al. 2024, Ovaskainen et al. 2024, Rolph et al. 2024, Taubert et al. 2024).
Ground beetles (Coleoptera: Carabidae) of Akimiski Island, Nunavut, Canada
Authors: Fleming Kaitlyn J. , Schaefer James A. , Abraham Kenneth F. , Brook Rodney W. , Brown Glen S. , Beresford David V. 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
In many regions of Canada, knowledge of the distribution of insect species is far from complete. This knowledge gap, known as the Wallacean Shortfall, is often manifest by species records separated by large, often remote areas with no records. Paradoxically, these difficult-to-access areas offer the best opportunity to study unaltered native community assemblages. Such gaps in knowledge are exemplified by ground beetles, a well-known group, yet with record gaps in many unstudied areas of Canada, including Akimiski Island, Nunavut. This postglacial rebound island, located in James Bay, has no permanently occupied human dwellings and almost no human-altered habitat. Using a combination of pitfall-malaise traps, pitfall traps, and hand captures during 2008–2014, we collected 1368 ground beetles (Coleoptera: Carabidae) as part of a larger biodiversity survey. We identified 31 species, 29 of which were first territorial records for Nunavut. Our results almost double the number of Carabidae known from Nunavut and extend the known range of eight other species. Seventeen of the species that we caught cannot fly, evidence for colonists arriving on Akimiski on floating debris. Our study fills substantial range gaps and serves as baseline information to detect future change.
Patterns of refractive errors and visual function in school-going children in South Africa
Authors: Lekganyane Rinkie M. , Siziba Nobukhosi , Mabasa Musa T. , Matlala Lebogang , Machipi Khutjo E. , Maditsi Rangoaga G. , Khohomela Thuso , Ramonyai Masego G. , Segwati Christina M.L. , Nkoana Pheagane M.W. 
Published: October 2024

Background: Uncorrected refractive error is the most significant contributor of VI in children and is usually detected through vision screenings or scheduled eye and vision examinations conducted among school children.Aim: To describe patterns of refractive errors (RE), visual function and amblyopia in school-going children.Setting: Mankweng, Polokwane, South Africa.Methods: Retrospective chart reviews were conducted on 837 clinical record cards of children attending selected schools and who were screened between 2019 and 2021 at the University of Limpopo Optometry clinic. Purposive sampling was used to sample the clinical record cards.Results: About 134 children (16%) reported blurred vision, 197 (23.5%) failed distance visual acuity screening, while 173 (20.7%) had RE. Myopia among 168 (9.6%) children was the most common RE, followed by astigmatism and hyperopia at 60 (4.70%) and 28 (4.4%), respectively. Furthermore, 14 (1.7%) children had anisometropia. Amblyopia, colour vision deficiency and contrast sensitivity were also detected at prevalence rates of 4.4%, 9.8% and 8.2%, respectively.Conclusion: Vision screenings and regular comprehensive eye examinations are commonly conducted to detect and manage REs to prevent or delay the onset of amblyopia and strabismus. Children had a high prevalence of RE and amblyopia, which is similar to global estimates.Contribution: To describe the pattern of REs, amblyopia and visual function, which is critical to understand the prevalence of amblyopia and associated conditions. Knowing the patterns of these conditions may provide an impetus for the implementation of strategies such as vision screenings and vision examinations in schools.
Tracking continuous positive airway pressure adherence in obstructive sleep apnea patients before, during, and after the COVID-19 lockdown
Authors: BaHammam Abdulaziz O. , Alhuqayl Fawaz , Alzaid Ibrahim , Alzammam Ziyad , Alhuqayl Faisal , Rajeh Bader , Eltayeb Galal Eldin Abbas , Nashwan Samar , Aleissi Salih , BaHammam Ahmed Salem 
Published: October 2024

BACKGROUND:
This study aimed to examine the impact of the COVID-19 lockdown on adherence to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy among Saudi patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). It also sought to assess the influence of demographic variables and comorbidities on CPAP adherence.

METHODS:
A prospective cohort study was conducted at the University Sleep Disorders Center at King Saud University Medical City. The study included 67 OSA patients who exclusively used CPAP for treatment across three distinct intervals: prelockdown, during lockdown, and postlockdown. Adherence to CPAP therapy was objectively measured using “mask-on on-time monitoring” data from the CPAP machines.

RESULTS:
The study found a significant decrease in the number of days with CPAP usage during the lockdown period, which persisted postlockdown. Approximately half of the patients adhered to CPAP treatment throughout the three study intervals. The decrease in CPAP usage days during lockdown was particularly noticeable among patients younger than 50 and older than 65 years of age. The presence of comorbidities, body mass index, and sex did not significantly influence CPAP treatment adherence.

CONCLUSION:
The COVID-19 lockdown significantly impacted CPAP treatment adherence among OSA patients, with a decrease in adherence persisting postlockdown. This highlights the need for interventions to support CPAP adherence during challenging times such as a pandemic. Further research is needed to understand the long-term effects of the pandemic on CPAP therapy adherence.
Process and supplier capability, collaboration in new product development and competitive advantage: the moderating effect of research and development capability
Authors: Issah Ofori , Kweku Adarkwa Alvin 
Published: October 2024

The purpose of the study was to examine the influence of process and supplier capabilities on collaboration in new product development and competitive advantage and the extent to which research and development capabilities moderates. An explanatory research design was used and the study relied solely on the quantitative method. A primary source of data was used. Convenience and purposive sampling techniques were used to select the respondents for the study. The total sample size of the study was two hundred and fifty (250). The findings of the study indicate that Process capabilities have a positive and significant influence on collaboration in new product development. Supplier capabilities have a positive and insignificant influence on collaboration in new product development. Collaboration in new product development has a positive and significant influence on competitive advantage. Research and development capability positively and significantly moderates collaboration in new product development and competitive advantage. The research is embarked upon to provide insight on the influences of process and supplier capabilities, collaboration in new product development and competitive advantage and the moderating effect of research and development capabilities of the firms on the output of SMEs within the context of Ghana.
The nexus between social norms and the Ubuntu and social work
Authors: Bukuluki Paul 
Published: October 2024

What are norms? There are different schools of thought, but there is a general agreement that a norm is a behaviour shared by members of a given group, and this helps us to distinguish between a norm and an attitude. An attitude is something conceptualised at individual level. However, when you talk of a norm, it must be shared by a group. And when a norm is widely accepted within a much larger society, say, a whole region in Zimbabwe or a whole region in Malawi, that’s what you can say that it is a meta-norm because it is widely accepted by a much wider group of people. Social norms are influenced by belief systems and perceptions of what others expect and do. So, there is always this notion that what you believe others do is likely also to influence what you choose or decide to do – because you want to belong. So, you want to make sure that the way you behave, the decisions you make are aligned to your group, sometimes beyond your group, aligned group – the community or society where you live. However, social norms are also influenced by what you believe others approve or disapprove. So, you are likely to behave in a certain way or adopt a certain behaviour based on what you believe others you relate with approve or disapprove, or what you believe they consider appropriate or inappropriate. Adherence to these norms is also sustained by social sanction (rewards and punishments) from those people who matter in your life or context in which you live. These are referred to as reference groups. The strengths of social norms are in most cases determined by the severity of its social sanctions. Therefore, since Ubuntu is culturally constructed and displayed through processes of interaction, there is a high likelihood that it is influenced by social norms.
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Bukuluki, P. (2024). The nexus between social norms and the Ubuntu and social work. African Journal of Social Work, 14(3), 120-126. https://dx.doi.org/10.4314/ajsw.v14i3.2
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Remodeling Classroom Management Through Technology Driven Curriculum In Nigeria: A Sociological Analysis
Authors: Linda Esse Ndome , Peter Ogbaji Onah , Martha Edu Akanimoh , Judith Ornia Nsor 
Published: October 2024

Remodeling the classroom management through technology driven curriculum will assist teachers to the global requirement to replace traditional teaching methods with a technology-based teaching and learning tools and facilities. In Nigeria, Remodeling the classroom management through technology driven curriculum is considered as one of the main elements in transforming the country to the future development. The conceptual clarification utilizes the remodeling of the classroom management, technology, and education as the tools affecting remodeling classroom management through technology driven curriculum in Nigeria. The theoretical perspectives that is used for the paper is Humanist choice theory by William Glasser in the year 1998. The concept of remodeling classroom management and relevance of technology driven curriculum in Nigeria is the basic or fundamental impact to the success of this paper. The Ministry of Education, through the latest Education Blue print (2013-2025), insights the importance of technology-based teaching and learning into the schools’ national curriculum. This study of the paper aims to analyze teachers’ perceptions on effectiveness of upgrading the classroom management through technology driven curriculum to support teaching and learning process in classroom. The results indicate that remodeling the classroom through technology driven curriculum has a great effectiveness for both teachers and the students. Findings indicate that teachers’ well-equipped preparation with technology driven curriculum tools and facilities is one the main factors in success of technology-based in remodeling the classroom management for sound teaching and learning. It was also found that professional development training programs for teachers also played a key role in enhancing students’ quality learning. For the future studies, there is a need for consideration of other aspects of remodeling classroom especially from management point of view in regard to strategic planning and policy making through technology driven curriculum.
Impact of revenue on budget implementation in Nigeria: an Appraisal of FCTA
Authors: Masu-Gombe Bappayo , Alkali Abdullahi Mohammed 
Published: October 2024

The study examines the impact of Revenue on Budget Implementation in Nigeria with particular reference to Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). The data was obtained from secondary sources. The variables studied were Actual Total Expenditure as dependent variable while Actual Recurrent Revenue Receipt and Actual Capital Receipt as independent variables. The methodology employed was OLS regression model. The Result suggests that, the Actual Recurrent Revenue Receipt has a positive and significant impact on Budget Implementation. On the other hand, Actual Capital Receipt had a positive but insignificant impact on Budget Implementation. The researcher concludes that Actual Recurrent Revenue Receipt and Actual Capital Receipt have positive impact on Budget Implementation; however, bureaucratic bottleneck militates against budget implementation efficiency. In view of that, the study recommends that, there is need for increase in capital grants to enhance capital receipts in order to finance capital projects. FCTA should improve on its revenue collection by exploring other sources of Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) like Property Taxes on unoccupied estates in the city so as to boost performance in revenue collection and improve on collection of water bills etc. Relying on the existing tax base, FCTA can maximize on the collection of taxable (withholding tax etc.) and vatable items on goods, supplies and services through proper inspection of taxable and valuable items before payment to all and sundry. There is also the need for digitization of the budget system, incentives and adequate training to serve as motivation, improve capacity, collection of revenues, enhance the budget preparation exercise and implementation, as well as to guard against all sorts of behaviors.
Effects of Naira Redesign Policy on the Economic Activities of Rural Communities: Study of Kontagora Rural Communities
Authors: Sani Aminu 
Published: October 2024

The currency redesign is one among many monetary policies of the Central Bank of Nigeria aimed at reaffirming the institution’s sovereignty and also to curb specific financial infractions such as currency hoarding and counterfeiting, and the likes. The paper examined the effects of the naira redesign policy in rural areas' economic activities The impact of the Policy on the economy of the nation and the financial hardships experienced by rural dwellers in some selected communities of Kontagora Local Government Area, Niger State, Nigeria. The study used primary data drawn from structured questionnaires administered to various stakeholders such Rural dwellers, Rural traders of Agro-allied products, Animal traders, and Farmers The study found that Naira redesign though is a good measure in the containment of inflation, in asserting the sovereignty of the government’s monetary policy, in curbing bribery and corruption and so on. However, the timing and modalities has created untold hardship to rural dwellers.
Effects of Transport Infrastructure Development on the Socioeconomic Wellbeing of Baro Residents: A Study of Baro Inland Port in Niger State
Authors: Baba Yusuf Ndagi , Abdulrahman Muhammad 
Published: October 2024

The development of Baro inland port is heavily reliant on the availability of robust transport infrastructure and accessibility, which is crucial for enhancing the socioeconomic wellbeing of Baro residents. This study investigates the effects of transport infrastructure development on the socioeconomic wellbeing of Baro residents. Primary data were collected through a questionnaire survey, with 394 questionnaires administered randomly to Baro residents. A total of 350 completed questionnaires were returned and analyzed using descriptive statistics (simple percentage) and chi-squared analysis. The findings reveal that transport infrastructure development has a significant positive impact on socioeconomic wellbeing, leading to improved access to education, healthcare, and employment opportunities. To build on this, prioritization of access road and rail network construction and rehabilitation is recommended to facilitate efficient passenger and goods movement. Furthermore, the involvement of Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) is suggested by this study to address the challenges facing Baro inland port and enhance the flow of passengers and goods.