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Quantifying the nonrevenue water problem in a sub-Saharan African environment: a practical application in the Republic of Cameroon (Central Africa)
Authors: Mvongo Victor Dang , Defo Celestin , Tchoffo Martin 
Published: July 2024

ABSTRACT
This paper aims to update nonrevenue water (NRW) estimations in Cameroon to identify challenges to reducing NRW in the country. Data were collected from the databases of the Joint Monitoring Program of WHO and UNICEF, International Benchmarking Network for Water and Sanitation, the Central Bureau of the Census and Population Studies of Cameroon, and the Demographic Health Survey. Results indicate that the global volume of NRW in Cameroon was about 84.6 million m3/year, which represents 50.8% of the system input volume. According to this estimate, it is about 32.2 billion CFA francs (USD 53.6 million), which is lost every year. By cutting down Cameroon's NRW to half its present level, about 1.75 million people could be supplied with water. This new analysis of global levels of NRW in Cameroon shows that the current estimated volume is higher than previously estimated. This is partly due to outdated infrastructure, poor operation and maintenance, over-conservative estimates used in previous estimates, and NRW level in rural areas. However, this estimate has been found to provide similar results to Camwater statistics. Nonetheless, more data would help refine the numbers.
Employment generation potentials in the implementation of a rural drinking water supply program: evidence from India's Jal Jeevan Mission
Authors: Naik Gopal , Singh Abinash , Jas Abhilasha 
Published: July 2024

ABSTRACT
Policymakers in India are finding it challenging to generate adequate employment to meet the requirements of growing population. An avenue consistently used is to invest in large-scale public infrastructure projects. In 2019, the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) was launched with the aim of providing potable drinking water to every rural household in India. Underscoring the large investments in infrastructure development, the mission holds significant potential to create employment. The evidence base of studies assessing the effect of rural development programs on employment was weak. Against this backdrop, we assessed the employment generation potential of JJM at various phases of its implementation. We utilized secondary and scheme-level primary data across states of India and used the input-output model and ratio method to assess employment prospects. Our results suggest that JJM has the potential to generate an average of 5.99 million person-year of direct and 22.25 million person-year of indirect employment during the construction phase, and 1.11 million person-year of additional direct employment annually during the maintenance phase. Our study highlights the spillover effects of public investments in the form of employment generation and indicates that the impact of JJM is likely to be substantial once the program is complete and operational.
Adsorptive and oxidative removal of phenolphthalein by sono-assisted synthesized FeAcC in advanced oxidation-integrated fluidized bed reactor
Authors: Italiya Gopal , Subramanian Sangeetha 
Published: July 2024

ABSTRACT

Environmental water sources are under increasing threat due to the addition of harmful chemicals not addressed by conventional water treatment processes. To work on this concern, the current study aimed to synthesize sono-assisted Fe-modified activated carbon-chitosan (FeAcC) composite and construct a laboratory-scale ozone-integrated fluidized bed reactor (FBR) to eliminate phenolphthalein (php). Following 120 min of incubation, the adsorbent demonstrated a 27.28 mg g−1 of php adsorption capacity at pH 4 with 0.5 g L−1 of adsorbent dosage. The adsorption efficacy and mechanism were defined using isotherm and kinetic models. The study investigated the impact of different factors including, initial concentration, reuse of FeAcC, recirculation flow rate, and hydraulic retention time (HRT), on the efficiency of php removal. The optimum removal efficiency was observed at approximately 95% after 20 min of operation at 1.5 L min−1 recirculation flow rate (batch FBR) and 70 min of HRT (continuous FBR) under 400 mg h−1 ozonation rate. Experimental parameters were optimized using response surface methodology (RSM) with central composite design (CCD) to improve php removal. The large-scale implementation of the findings in the future can be a step for adding new technology for clean water treatment processes for emerging toxic pollutants.
Exploring the User Acceptability and Feasibility of a Clinical Decision Support Tool Designed to Facilitate Timely Diagnosis of New-Onset Type 1 Diabetes in Children: Qualitative Interview Study Among General Practitioners
Authors: Beccia Chiara , Hunter Barbara , Manski-Nankervis Jo-Anne , White Mary 
Published: July 2024

Background
Up to half of the children with new-onset type 1 diabetes present to the hospital with diabetic ketoacidosis, a life-threatening condition that can develop because of diagnostic delay. Three-quarters of Australian children visit their general practitioner (GP) the week before presenting to the hospital with diabetic ketoacidosis. Our prototype, DIRECT-T1DM (Decision-Support for Integrated, Real-Time Evaluation and Clinical Treatment of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus), is an electronic clinical decision support tool that promotes immediate point-of-care testing in general practice to confirm the suspicion of diabetes. This avoids laboratory testing, which has been documented internationally as a cause of diagnostic delay.

Objective
In this investigation, we aimed to pilot and assess the feasibility and acceptability of our prototype to GP end users. We also explored the challenges of diagnosing type 1 diabetes in the Australian general practice context.

Methods
In total, 4 GPs, a pediatric endocrinologist, and a PhD candidate were involved in conceptualizing the DIRECT-T1DM prototype, which was developed at the Department of General Practice and Primary Care at the University of Melbourne. Furthermore, 6 GPs were recruited via convenience sampling to evaluate the tool. The study involved 3 phases: a presimulation interview, simulated clinical scenarios, and a postsimulation interview. The interview guide was developed using the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR) as a guide. All phases of the study were video, audio, and screen recorded. Audio recordings were transcribed by the investigating team. Analysis was carried out using CFIR as the underlying framework.

Results
Major themes were identified among three domains and 7 constructs of the CFIR: (1) outer setting—time pressure, difficulty in diagnosing pediatric type 1 diabetes, and secondary care considerations influenced GPs’ needs regarding DIRECT-T1DM; (2) inner setting—DIRECT-T1DM fits within existing workflows, it has a high relative priority due to its importance in patient safety, and GPs exhibited high tension for change; and (3) innovation—design recommendations included altering coloring to reflect urgency, font style and bolding, specific language, information and guidelines, and inclusion of patient information sheets.

Conclusions
End-user acceptability of DIRECT-T1DM was high. This was largely due to its implications for patient safety and its “real-time” nature. DIRECT-T1DM may assist in appropriate management of children with new-onset diabetes, which is an uncommon event in general practice, through safety netting.
REVOLUTIONIZE THE POTENTIAL OF CHATGPT AS TEACHING MATERIAL TO ENGAGE STUDENTS IN LEARNING
Authors: Rasyid A. Ramli , Al Yakin Ahmad , Muthmainnah Muthmainnah , Zulfiqar Bin Tahir Saidna , J. Obaid Ahmed 
Published: July 2024

Since ChatGPT was released to the public, several students have used it for academic purposes. This study aimed to investigate the feasibility of implementing ChatGPT as teaching material to motivate students to learn. This study used a survey method through a questionnaire to obtain data. The respondents of this research were the students of the Engineering faculty at Makassar State University, consisting of 77 students. The instrument used was a questionnaire using the Likert scale. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 26. The findings of this study highlighted that most respondents believed that ChatGPT as teaching material impacted students’ motivation to learn Pancasila and citizenship education courses. The implications of this research are to motivate students to learn, and the lecturers should prepare their materials with the appropriate technology, design effective teaching models, and develop curricula and learning activities that can improve comprehensive understanding of the material being taught, the right learning resources, the right technology, and the right teaching instructions.
Abstrak:
Sejak ChatGPT dirilis ke publik, beberapa mahasiswa telah menggunakannya untuk keperluan akademis. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kelayakan penerapan ChatGPT sebagai bahan ajar untuk memotivasi siswa belajar. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode survei melalui kuesioner untuk memperoleh data. Responden penelitian ini adalah mahasiswa fakultas Teknik Universitas Negeri Makassar yang berjumlah 77 mahasiswa. Instrumen yang digunakan adalah angket dengan menggunakan skala Likert. Data dianalisis menggunakan SPSS versi 26. Temuan penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa sebagian besar responden berpendapat bahwa ChatGPT sebagai bahan ajar berdampak pada motivasi siswa mempelajari mata kuliah Pendidikan Pancasila dan Kewarganegaraan. Implikasi dari penelitian ini adalah untuk memotivasi mahasiswa dalam belajar, dan dosen hendaknya menyiapkan materi dengan teknologi tepat guna, merancang model pengajaran yang efektif, dan mengembangkan kurikulum dan kegiatan pembelajaran yang dapat meningkatkan pemahaman komprehensif terhadap materi yang diajarkan, sumber belajar yang tepat, teknologi yang tepat, dan instruksi pengajaran yang tepat.
TEACHING ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE TO DEAF AND HARD-OF-HEARING STUDENTS IN INDONESIAN CONTEXTS
Authors: Adnyani Ni Luh Putu Sri , Wisudariani Ni Made Rai , Menggo Sebastianus , Dewi Kadek Sintya , Wiraningsih Putu , Xuan Zhao 
Published: July 2024

Due to linguistic difficulties, students with hearing impairments face unique challenges when studying English as a foreign language (EFL). This study examined how hearing-impaired junior high school students in Indonesia were taught and the barriers faced by teachers when teaching students in English. The study employed a descriptive qualitative methodology involving nine teachers from schools for special needs education in Bali. This study applies multiple techniques, including questionnaire distribution, interviews, observations, and document analysis. The study shows the absence of teachers’ prior experience in developing curriculum and syllabus. Other main issues were related to teachers’ and students’ lack of sign language understanding, lack of learning materials, and students’ learning characteristics. The teachers primarily used grammar-translation methods and applied ineffective classroom management. By these findings, policymakers need to review the English curriculum, provide special training for teachers, and design the classroom to satisfy the unique learning needs of the students.
Abstrak:
Keterbatasan linguistik menyebabkan siswa dengan gangguan pendengaran menghadapi tantangan ketika belajar bahasa Inggris sebagai bahasa asing (EFL). Penelitian ini menganalisis pembelajaran bahasa Inggris untuk siswa tuna rungu pada tingkat SMP serta hambatan yang dihadapi guru ketika mengajar siswa. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif deskriptif yang melibatkan sembilan guru dari sekolah luar biasa di Bali. Adapun teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah penyebaran kuesioner, wawancara, observasi, dan analisis dokumen. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan kurangnya pengalaman guru dalam mengembangkan kurikulum dan silabus untuk pengajaran bahasa Inggris bagi siswa tuna rungu. Masalah lainnya terkait dengan terbatasnya pengetahuan bahasa isyarat oleh guru maupun siswa, ketersediaan materi pembelajaran yang kurang, dan karakteristik belajar siswa yang unik. Guru umumnya menggunakan metode penerjemahan dan penerapan manajemen kelas yang kurang efektif. Sejalan dengan temuan tersebut, pembuat kebijakan perlu meninjau kembali kurikulum bahasa Inggris, memberikan pelatihan untuk guru, serta merancang ruang kelas untuk memenuhi kebutuhan khusus bagi siswa tuna rungu.
THE ROLES OF PARENTAL ATTACHMENT ON THE PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING OF ISLAMIC BOARDING SCHOOL STUDENTS
Authors: Cahyani Nabilah , Anindhita Vidya , Abidin Fitri Ariyanti 
Published: July 2024

Adolescent psychological well-being has emerged as a global concern. This cross-sectional study investigates the relationship between parental attachment and the psychological well-being of adolescents residing in an Islamic boarding school in West Java. A total of 313 participants, aged 11-18, were included in this supervised online survey, comprising 133 boys and 180 girls. Data analysis was conducted using Pearson correlation tests and regression analysis. The findings reveal a significant positive correlation between parental attachment and adolescents' psychological well-being. These results offer valuable insights into the unique context of Islamic boarding schools, carrying significant implications for educators, parents, and policymakers. This association underscores the fundamental role of establishing trust and emotional connections between parents and adolescents, particularly prior to considering enrollment in Islamic boarding schools. Furthermore, these findings hold importance for educators and policymakers in designing policies within Islamic boarding schools that support well-being.
Abstrak:
Kesejahteraan psikologis remaja telah menjadi perhatian global. Studi cross-sectional ini menyelidiki hubungan antara keterikatan orang tua dan kesejahteraan psikologis remaja yang tinggal di pondok pesantren di Jawa Barat. Sebanyak 313 partisipan berusia 11-18 tahun berpartisipasi dalam survei daring dengan pengawasan, terdiri dari 133 laki-laki dan 180 perempuan. Analisis data dilakukan dengan menggunakan uji korelasi Pearson dan analisis regresi. Hasil temuan menunjukkan adanya korelasi positif yang signifikan antara keterikatan orang tua dan kesejahteraan psikologis remaja. Hasil penelitian ini memberikan wawasan yang berharga, menyoroti konteks unik pesantren, dan membawa implikasi penting bagi pendidik, orang tua, dan pembuat kebijakan. Asosiasi ini menggarisbawahi peran penting dalam membangun kepercayaan dan hubungan emosional antara orang tua dan remaja, terutama sebelum mempertimbangkan pendaftaran di pondok pesantren. Selain itu, temuan ini juga penting bagi pendidik dan pembuat kebijakan dalam merancang kebijakan di pesantren yang mendukung kesejahteraan santri.
Understanding the Coupling Coordination Between the Digital Economy and High-Quality Development in Henan, China
Authors: Liu Yu , Li Jixia , Li Pan 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
China is advancing its economic agenda by shifting from a resource and energy-intensive framework to one centered on digitalization and innovation, highlighting the digital economy as a cornerstone for sustainable, high-quality development. The coordinated development of the digital economy with high-quality development strategies is pivotal for achieving balanced regional growth. This analysis delves into these dynamics within Henan Province, utilizing sophisticated analytical tools such as the Entropy entropy-weighted topics method, Coupled Coordination Model, Dagum Gini coefficient, and panel Tobit regression to evaluate the spatial-temporal interplay and disparities in development, along with identifying critical determinants. The results indicate a nuanced landscape of coordination between the digital economy and high-quality development across Henan. The province exhibits a pattern of strong coupling but only moderate coordination, with distinct regional variations. Development is more pronounced in the western and northern regions compared to their eastern and southern counterparts, with Zhengzhou, emerging as a strategic center from which development radiates outward, progressively lessening from west to east and from north to south. Furthermore, while initial disparities between cities were relatively small, they have widened over time, with the most significant differences manifesting between various city groups. This divergence follows a distinct pattern, most markedly from west to north to south to east. Additionally, the study identifies that while the degree of digitalization positively correlates with enhanced coordination, factors such as economic robustness, government fiscal policies, and innovation capacity appear to impede it. Based on these findings, the study concludes with targeted strategic recommendations for policymakers. These recommendations aim to mitigate the development disparities and foster an integrated advancement of both the urban digital economy and high-quality economic growth across Henan Province.
Research on the effect and guarantee of college sports on college students’ health under the background of ecological pollution
Authors: Tang Hehua , Lu Mengxin 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
The rapid development of the social economy has led to the aggravation of ecological pollution and endangered human health, so the idea of promoting health through sports has been put forward. Based on physical health problems such as physical weakness, obesity, insomnia, and eye diseases, as well as psychological problems such as low self-esteem, easy generation of negative emotions, and unstable willpower among contemporary college students, according to college sports can activate brain chemicals and improve basic body functions. It studies the promotion effect of college sports on college students’ health. It puts forward the use of the C4.2 decision tree classification algorithm to ensure that college students play sports to promote health and the information gain rate in the C4.2 decision tree classification algorithm. Improve and optimize its original defects to better use it in the college sports system. Finally, questionnaires and volunteer stratified sampling experiments prove that college sports can better promote the physical and mental health development of college students, which has certain practical significance.
Demand Forecasting for Multi-Variety and Small-Batch Materials Based on Attention to Degree
Authors: Yuan Xiaoyong 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
Optimal production planning based on accurate market demand forecasting is crucial for cost control, inventory management, and market response in the multi-variety and small-batch production modes. Considering factors such as market demand, unit selling price, market demand trends, and product saturation within the attention cycle, an attention degree model for multi-variety and small-batch materials is constructed using historical market demand data from an electronic product manufacturing enterprise. A method for prioritizing and screening small-batch materials based on attention degree to formulate production plans is proposed. The demand for prioritized small-batch materials is predicted using the autoregressive integrated moving average model, multilayer perceptron, and bidirectional long short-term memory network. The optimal prediction results are selected to calculate the attention degree, which is then used to formulate the production plan for the next attention cycle to achieve orderly production. Taking the electronic product manufacturing enterprise as an example, the effectiveness and feasibility of the proposed model and method are verified by applying the prioritized production of small-batch materials screened based on attention degree.
Modeling of Resident Space Object Light Curves with Blender Software
Authors: Kudak Viktor , Perig Vasyl , Dzhumelia Viktor , Kryoka Oleksandr 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
Modeling the behavior and shape of space objects is widely used in modern astrophysical research methods. Such studies are often used to determine the shape and modeling of physical parameters of variable stars and asteroids. Therefore, based on the database of photometric observations of resident space objects (RSO) available in the Laboratory of Space Research of Uzhhorod National University, it was decided to find a means for modeling light curves to confirm the shape of objects and determine the parameters of their rotation by analogy with objects in deep space. We attempted to use Blender software to model the RSO synthetic light curves (LCs). While Blender has been a popular open-source software among animators and visual effects artists, in recent years, it has also become a tool for researchers: for example, it is used for visualizing astrophysical datasets and generating asteroid light curves. In the process of modeling, we used all the advantages of Blender software such as Python scripting and used GPU. We made synthetic LCs for two objects – TOPEX/Poseidon and COSMOS-2502. A 3D model for Topex/Poseidon was available on the NASA website, but after research of official datasheets, we figured out that the available 3D model requires corrections in the dimensions of the RSO body and solar panel. A 3D model of COSMOS-2502 was made according to available information from the internet. A manual modeling process was performed according to well-known RSO’s self-rotation parameters. For example, we also show the results of LC modeling using the Markov chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) method. All synthetic LCs obtained in the research process are well correlated with real observed LCs.
The Long-Term Impact on Patients with MDR-TB Using the Saint George’s Respiratory Questionnaire
Authors: Popoiag Ciprian-Constantin , Gache Alexandra-Cristiana , Iosif Alexandru-Catalin , Gache Teodor-Nicolae , Rugina Sorin 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
Background: Multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) continues to be a global health catastrophe. This prospective study examines the subjective impact of the disease as experienced by patients using the Saint George’s Respiratory Questionnaire. Methodology: The study involved 244 patients diagnosed with drug-sensitive and drug-resistant pulmonary tuberculosis over a 10-year years. These patients were administered the Saint George’s Respiratory Questionnaire, which was evaluated in comparison between the two groups to determine the progressive impact of disease in patients with MDR-TB compared to patients with drug-sensitive tuberculosis (DS-TB). Results: The analysis showed that patients with MDR-TB had statistically significantly higher symptomatic activity and impact scores compared to patients with drug-sensitive tuberculosis. Conclusions: The results suggest that patients diagnosed with MDR-TB at different stages of disease progression need urgent attention from healthcare providers.
Contribution of Leader Community Initiative to People’s Quality of Life: A Case of Thirty Years Application in Rural Spain
Authors: Moreno Francisco José Gallego , Flores José Alvaro Hernández , Díaz-Puente José-María , Bettoni Maddalena 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
LEADER development programs have a primary objective of enhancing the quality of life. However, their evaluation has been limited due to the extensive time required for analysis. This report investigates the contribution of the LEADER approach to improving the quality of life through a thirty-year case study in the Alcarria Conquense region of Spain (1991-2021). Funding for projects focused on rural heritage, infrastructure, and essential services has played a pivotal role in creating conditions for a prosperous life in the region. Nonetheless, limitations have emerged, including deepening territorial imbalances, a heavy reliance on local government entities, and potential drawbacks to the innovation and management capacity of other economic and social actors. While LEADER offer a valuable tool for policymakers seeking to enhance rural communities' quality of life, further analysis is necessary to refine their implementation and maximize their overall impact.