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{"title":"A study on the factors impacting the customers’ preferences towards digital media platforms in Chennai","authors":"Murali Srividya Iyengar, Rajagopalan Venkatesh","doi":"10.31893/multiscience.2024154","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31893/multiscience.2024154","url":null,"abstract":"Presently, there is a growing population of Indian users who are increasingly drawn to digital media platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hotstar. The transition from television to these platforms commenced with the surge in smartphone usage in recent years, along with the availability of a wide array of content ranging from Western shows and Hollywood movies to local languages, all conveniently accessible in a single location. Following the lifting of the lockdown, there has been a significant surge in the number of these users. Regardless of age, individuals have shown a strong inclination towards new shows and a willingness to engage in prolonged viewing sessions from the convenience of their residences. This study report examines the factors that have contributed to the preference of Chennai users for the popular platforms Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hotstar. The analysis additionally emphasizes the factors contributing to a substantial decline in cable and satellite television subscribers. The study aims to comprehend the factors that attract users to these platforms and provide further insight into their advantages and disadvantages. This study will provide solid data on the percentage of the population, categorized by age groups, that are more prone to watch specific OTT platforms. Consider, for instance, the vast majority of the Indian populace, particularly the elderly, who have a keen interest in viewing Amazon Prime videos due to the presence of religious content. The study has emphasized the significant impact of the COVID lockout and the subsequent rise in platform utilization. Additionally, it has identified emerging tendencies among users.","PeriodicalId":218411,"journal":{"name":"Multidisciplinary Science Journal","volume":"6 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140435953","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Ethnobotanical investigation of medicinal and aromatic plants used in the traditional treatment of COVID-19 in the rural commune of Bni Hadifa, province of Al Hoceima (Central Rif, Northern Morocco)","authors":"Sanae Jahjah, Karima Ait Alla, El Hadi Erbiai, M. Legssyer, C. A. Jamali, Joaquim C. G. Esteves da Silva, A. Maouni, Rabah Saidi","doi":"10.31893/multiscience.2024149","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31893/multiscience.2024149","url":null,"abstract":"This ethnobotanical investigation was conducted in the rural commune of Bni Hadifa belonging to the Al Hoceima province (North of Morocco), to inventory the principal medicinal plants traditionally used to treat Covid-19. Ethnobotanical information was recorded from 84 inhabitants aged over 18 years in the different communes of the study area, using an ethnobotanical survey based on a questionnaire and semistructured interviews. Data were examined by surveying the relative citation frequency (RFC) and family importance value (FIV). The obtained results permitted the inventory of 40 aromatic and medicinal plants (MAPs) species owned by 20 families, the most important of which by their number of species were: Lamiaceae (12 species), Apiaceae (5 species), Asteraceae (3 species), and two species for each of Amaryllidaceae, Myrtaceae, and Rutaceae. Furthermore, the following species: Allium sativum, Thymus glandulosus, Lavandula dentata L, Citrus limon L, Eucalyptus globulus labill, Artemisia herba-alba, and Marrubium vulgare L were the most frequently cited by the RFC index. Leaves were found to be the common plant organ used to treat Covid-19, while decoction was the most frequent preparation mode. This study also showed that over 90% of the respondents proved the efficacy of the plants used against Covid-19. However, most of the users of these plants did not respect the administered doses and were unaware of the toxicity and lethal effects that could be caused by these plants when taking high doses.  The results of this survey demonstrate that the plants used to combat Covid-19 may constitute a promising database for future research in the extraction and chemical analysis of potentially effective biomolecules against this virus.","PeriodicalId":218411,"journal":{"name":"Multidisciplinary Science Journal","volume":"23 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140437903","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Technical analysis and performance evaluation of retrofitted electric Auto Rickshaws (E-TAR) in rural India","authors":"Vilas Pharande, Mohammad Inamdar, Sagar Shinde, Yogesh D. Khairnar","doi":"10.31893/multiscience.2024151","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31893/multiscience.2024151","url":null,"abstract":"India needs to electrify rickshaws because of the emissions produced by modern cars running on fossil fuels like gasoline and diesel. There are incentives, discounts, and exemptions available for the use of e-auto rickshaws. The production of electric vehicles has also been given a target by the Indian government. The Indian government has taken a number of steps to increase the availability of charging stations and a steady supply of electric cars (EVs). Even after taking all of these measures, there has been little adoption. For Indian auto drivers, the capital cost of purchasing an e-auto is expensive. To attain ideal performance, it is important to modify the present generation of traditional auto rickshaws using low-cost retrofitting. Retro-kit is created and evaluated for performance in this study by changing parameters.","PeriodicalId":218411,"journal":{"name":"Multidisciplinary Science Journal","volume":"27 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140441959","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The efficacy of tranexamic acid for decreasing blood loss in open myomectomy","authors":"Sara A. Mahjer Alkhalifah, Sajida A. R. Hassan, Marwah S. M. Almansor","doi":"10.31893/multiscience.2024150","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31893/multiscience.2024150","url":null,"abstract":"Uterine fibroids are the most prominent benign tumor in females. Recently, attention has focused on the use of tranexamic acid to reduce blood loss if given prophylactically at myomectomy. We conducted this study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of perioperative tranexamic acid in blood loss reduction in many patients with uterine fibroids undergoing myomectomy et al Basrah maternity and children’s hospital in Basrah. The study was conducted at Basrah maternity and child hospital for the period from the 1st of January 2020 till the 1st of January 2023. It includes 98 (48 control who received no medication before the surgery and 50 cases patients who received IV 1 g tranexamic acid at the skin incision) ladies who planned to undergo open myomectomy. The duration of surgery was calculated in minutes, Intraoperative, postoperative, and total blood loss was measured. Abdominal pain was the commonest presenting symptom of fibroid in both case and control group (56.0% and 52.1%, respectively) and followed by AUB then the infertility. Regarding the intraoperative, postoperative, and total blood loss there’s a significant significant difference between case and control group. The operation time and hospital stay were significantly less among case group who received IV tranexamic acid. Tranexamic acid is a safe drug to reduce hemorrhage in women with fibroid subjected to open myomectomy and it has no major adverse effects.","PeriodicalId":218411,"journal":{"name":"Multidisciplinary Science Journal","volume":"7 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140443032","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Multidimensional valorization of sediments trapped by dams for sustainable and integrated water resources management","authors":"Said Mohafid, L. Stour, A. Agoumi","doi":"10.31893/multiscience.2024146","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31893/multiscience.2024146","url":null,"abstract":"This article introduces an innovative demarche to sustainable and integrated water resource management by proposing a new strategy for valorizing sediments retained by dams, explicitly focusing on the Moroccan context. The novel demarche presented encompasses five critical dimensions related to sediment valorization: quality, quantity, space, time, and regulation. To achieve this, we have designed an optimal valorization approach complemented by a specific valorization guide tailored to the nuances of Moroccan laws and standards. Our methodology includes a detailed quantitative analysis of retained sediments, a qualitative assessment of their physical and chemical properties, and a spatiotemporal analysis of dam siltation. The optimal valorization approach aims to maximize the use of retained sediments by identifying suitable applications. Simultaneously, the specific guide provides a methodological and regulatory framework aligned with the region's legal requirements. The quantitative analysis evaluates measures taken to quantify sediments retained by dams, while the qualitative analysis assesses their physical and chemical characteristics and suitability for various applications. The spatiotemporal analysis offers a dynamic perspective on dam siltation, emphasizing the most affected areas and the evolution of trends over time. Anchored in the Moroccan context, this research provides crucial insights into the sustainable management of water resources through the integrated valorization of sediments trapped by dams. The presented results have significant implications for watershed management and the optimization of dam operations and reservoirs. Furthermore, they pave the way for similar approaches in regions grappling with reservoir sedimentation issues.","PeriodicalId":218411,"journal":{"name":"Multidisciplinary Science Journal","volume":"37 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140447407","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Analysis of relationship between caries index and stunting in preschool children in Indonesia","authors":"Arsad Arsad, Muhammad Tahir, Akmal Hidayah, Fadli Fadli","doi":"10.31893/multiscience.2024148","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31893/multiscience.2024148","url":null,"abstract":"A condition known as stunting results from a persistently low nutritional intake during the first 1000 days of life. It is characterized by a height based on age that is less than two standard deviations from the World Health Organization's (WHO) median standard. There are two categories for stunting: short (Z Score -2 SD) and very short (Z Score -3 SD). Stunting results in a number of oral health issues, including delayed milk tooth eruption, atrophy of the developing salivary glands, reduced salivary flow, and an elevated risk of dental caries. The aim of this research is to analyze the relationship between the caries index and stunting in preschool children (3-6 years) in Indonesia. This research is a cross-sectional study with a sample of 98 children taken randomly in Sidenreng Rappang Regency, Indonesia. Determination of nutritional status based on anthropometric measurements, such as height and weight measurements based on age groups. The Decay Missing Filled-Teeth (DMF-T) examination is conducted by looking at teeth that are decayed, filled and missing. Furthermore, the severity of dental caries is categorized into low (DMF-T 0-2.6), medium (DMF-T 2.7-4.4), and high (DMF-T > 4.5) with data analyzed using the chi-square test. The results of measuring nutritional status showed that 78 children (79.6%) experienced stunting. There are 17 children (17.34%) with DMF-T scores in the low category, 7 children (7,114%) in the medium category, and 26 children (26.53%) in the high category. The results of bivariate analysis show p = 0.000 so that there is a significant relationship between stunting and the severity of dental caries in preschool children in Sidenreng Rappang Regency. It is necessary to increase health promotion efforts related to stunting and dental health through health education activities that involve the role of parents in choosing food intake and maintaining the cleanliness of children's teeth and mouths.\u0000 ","PeriodicalId":218411,"journal":{"name":"Multidisciplinary Science Journal","volume":"22 22","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140450322","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Diagnosis of Moniezia expansa in Babylon and Karbala butchery's sheep","authors":"Luma Hakim Ali, M. al-Quraishi","doi":"10.31893/multiscience.2024147","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31893/multiscience.2024147","url":null,"abstract":"Moniezia expansa is a prevalent species of tapeworm that poses potential health risks to sheep and other ruminant animals. Its distribution is global, including regions such as Babylon and Karbala. The diagnosis of Moniezia expansa in sheep processed through butcheries and abattoirs in these areas typically follows a structured approach. A crucial aspect of the diagnostic process involves postmortem examination, where butchers and inspectors meticulously inspect the sheep's intestines. The small intestines, particularly the jejunum and ileum, often serve as habitats for Moniezia expansa tapeworms. During visual inspection, professionals identify the presence of adult tapeworms or their segments. Subsequently, the identified tapeworm segments undergo specific identification procedures. Typical Moniezia expansa segments exhibit a flat and rectangular shape, often appearing broader than their length and extending several centimeters. Between March 2020 and February 2021, 266 random samples of small intestines were collected from sheep slaughtered in Babylon and Karbala butcheries. The study results indicate that the parasite had a widespread presence in both regions, with infection rates of 30.45% (37.78%, 28.47%) for Babylon and Karbala, respectively. The highest infection rate, reaching 48.71%, was observed during the summer season, particularly in July.\u0000 ","PeriodicalId":218411,"journal":{"name":"Multidisciplinary Science Journal","volume":"60 22","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140453698","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Improving creative thinking skills and learning motivation through ethnomathematics-based interactive multimedia: An experimental study in primary school","authors":"Istabiqul Ilma, Riyadi, Budi Usodo","doi":"10.31893/multiscience.2024141","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31893/multiscience.2024141","url":null,"abstract":"This research aimed to determine the effect of ethnomathematics-based interactive multimedia to creative thinking skills and learning motivation of elementary school students. This research used quasi experiment of quantitave approach. This research was conducted at Gentan 01 Public Elementary School, Purbayan 01 Public Elementary School, and Kudu 01 Public Elementary School. The data collection method used test, questionnaires, and documentation. The stages of data analysis include conducting multivariate normality tests, homogeneity tests of variance and covariance matrices, pretest data balance tests, and hypothesis testing with multivariate analysis of variance. The research showed that Multivariate Tests output obtained a sig. value of 0,0001<0,05 or hypothesis is rejected. This means that there was a difference in the average of creative thinking skills and learning motivation between the experimental class and control class. Therefore, it can be concluded that ethnomathematics-based interactive multimedia impacted creative thinking skills and learning motivation simultaneously (together).","PeriodicalId":218411,"journal":{"name":"Multidisciplinary Science Journal","volume":"278 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140453182","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The interplay of the COVID-19 pandemic: Analyzing the dual impacts on tourism dynamics and economic growth","authors":"Sabri Klaiqi, Haqif Arifi, Atdhetar Gara, Arber Hoti, Driton Qehaja","doi":"10.31893/multiscience.2024138","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31893/multiscience.2024138","url":null,"abstract":"The tourism sector is one of the industries that has been hit the hardest by the Covid-19 pandemic crisis. The crisis caused by Covid-19 in the world but also in the countries of the region, has mostly affected the tourism sector, as well as other sectors related to tourism, namely, the hotel industry, crafts and transport but also investments in construction and numerous other projects, both in the public and private sectors. The purpose of this paper is to see the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the tourism sector and economic growth. Since tourism was one of the most affected sectors and almost.all tourist centers were closed, the impact on this sector is very large, causing high losses. Meanwhile, the transformative potential and the implications for sustainable policies in the development of the tourism sector have also been presented. For this research, two data sources were used, primary and secondary. Primary data was collected through the questionnaire, which was designed for this purpose. Meanwhile, secondary data have been collected through various reports of credible institutions such as the Kosovo Statistics Agency, scientific articles and other sources that have conducted research relevant to our paper. After collecting the necessary data through concrete analysis, the role and importance of each value was examined. The research with secondary data was carried out during the pandemic period, while 100 respondents participated in the questionnaire. The findings from the analysis of the research show that in 2021 there is a large decrease in tourists in Kosovo from all countries, but that the Republic of Kosovo with the development and application of its policies, especially for the gastronomy sector by easing taxes, offering subsidies for employee salaries, rents, etc. The Republic of Kosovo achieves a recovery of the industry sector, thus significantly increasing the number of tourists throughout the year 2022. Meanwhile, from the results of the research, we saw that the businesses with a tourist character in Kosovo are quite affected by the pandemic, but they hope for help in the form of different from the government to overcome this challenge as easily as possible. The findings from the regression analysis show that in cases where the government has applied measures to limit travel and close borders for tourists, the impact on economic growth has been negative.","PeriodicalId":218411,"journal":{"name":"Multidisciplinary Science Journal","volume":"61 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140453693","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The role played by high-performance work systems in reducing turnover intention in the Kuala Lumpur tourism sector: The role played by job embeddedness and organisational justice","authors":"M. Bakhtiar, Azdel Abdul Aziz, N. Sumarjan, N. A. Kedin","doi":"10.31893/multiscience.2024136","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31893/multiscience.2024136","url":null,"abstract":"The study examined the role of high-performance work systems in reducing turnover intention within the tourism sector of Kuala Lumpur and the mediation effect of organisational justice and job embeddedness. A quantitative design was applied to the data collected from 112 rank-and-file employees of Kuala Lumpur restaurants. The findings revealed that employee relations, performance management, and appraisal reduced employee turnover intention. The findings contributed to the literature by highlighting the mediation effects of job embeddedness and organisational justice. Moreover, the current study emphasised the importance of promoting employee workplace practices that foster high-performance work systems to retain talented employees. The findings also provide implications for the tourism sector and organisations and reveal the significance of policies and practices to ensure high-performance work systems, organisational justice, and job embeddedness in increasing employee retention and reducing turnover intention.","PeriodicalId":218411,"journal":{"name":"Multidisciplinary Science Journal","volume":"185 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140456773","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}