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{"title":"Exploring Factors Influencing Students' Challenges in Academic Writing: A Qualitative Analysis Based on Student Perspectives","authors":"Nguyen Thi Nam Chi, Trinh Thi Thuy, Nguyen Nhan Ai","doi":"10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.3.2737","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.3.2737","url":null,"abstract":"Writing proficiency poses significant challenges for learners of English as a Second Language (ESL) or English Foreign Language (EFL), particularly at the tertiary level where academic essay writing is a requirement. This study delves into the factors contributing to students' difficulties in an Academic Writing course, as perceived by the students themselves. Employing qualitative methods, including open-ended questionnaires and interviews, data were collected from 25 students enrolled in an Academic Writing class for repeaters in the English Language Education Program at a university in Hanoi. Thematic analysis of the responses revealed two main categories of factors influencing students' writing challenges: internal and external. Internal factors encompassed issues such as self-motivation, self-confidence, lack of knowledge, and feelings of pressure, while external factors included the teaching style of instructors, classroom environment, instructional materials, and various aspects of the writing process. The findings of this research aim to assist educators in developing effective teaching strategies for Academic Writing courses, with the goal of alleviating students' difficulties and enhancing their writing proficiency.","PeriodicalId":517256,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies","volume":"215 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141012928","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":"Assessment of the Developmental Neurotoxicity of Environmental Chemicals: Investigating the Mechanisms & Identifying Potential Biomarkers","authors":"Dr. Ambreen Siddique","doi":"10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.3.2731","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.3.2731","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Developmental neurotoxicity resulting from exposure to environmental chemicals is a significant public health concern. Understanding the mechanisms underlying such neurotoxicity and identifying potential biomarkers are essential for early detection and effective risk assessment. Objective: This study aimed to assess the developmental neurotoxicity of selected environmental chemicals and investigate the underlying mechanisms. Additionally, the study sought to identify potential biomarkers for early detection and monitoring of developmental neurotoxicity. Methods: In vitro neurodevelopmental models were established, including neuronal cell cultures and organoid systems, to evaluate the neurotoxic effects of environmental chemicals. Key endpoints, such as neuronal viability, morphology, neurite outgrowth, synaptogenesis, and synaptic activity, were assessed using appropriate assays and imaging techniques. Mechanistic investigations involved exploring oxidative stress, inflammation, disruption of neurotransmitter systems, and interference with neurodevelopmental processes through gene expression analysis, protein profiling, and signaling pathway investigations. Results: Exposure of the in vitro models to selected environmental chemicals resulted in significant neurotoxic effects, including impaired neuronal viability, disrupted morphological development, and altered synaptic activity. Mechanistic investigations revealed the involvement of oxidative stress and disruption of neurotransmitter systems in the observed neurotoxicity. Furthermore, several potential biomarkers, including gene expression changes and epigenetic modifications, showed significant correlations with developmental neurotoxicity. Conclusion: This study demonstrates the developmental neurotoxicity of environmental chemicals in in vitro neurodevelopmental models. The findings highlight the role of oxidative stress and neurotransmitter disruption as key mechanisms underlying neurotoxic effects. Moreover, the identification of potential biomarkers provides promising avenues for early detection and monitoring of developmental neurotoxicity. These results contribute to a better understanding of the risks associated with environmental chemical exposure during neurodevelopment and have implications for risk assessment and regulatory guidelines.","PeriodicalId":517256,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies","volume":"222 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141012904","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":"Use of Ultrasound in Pediatric Caudal Anesthesia: A Randomized Comparative Study","authors":"Matouk Mohamed, Chettibi Faycal","doi":"10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.3.2735","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.3.2735","url":null,"abstract":"Objective: The aim of this comparative study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of ultrasound-guided caudal anesthesia compared to blind caudal anesthesia for subumbilical surgery in pediatric patients. Methods: This prospective study included pediatric patients undergoing subumbilical surgery in the Department of Pediatric Surgery. Patients were divided into two groups: the ultrasound-guided caudal anesthesia group and the blind caudal anesthesia group. Primary outcomes assessed included the success rate of block placement, onset and duration of sensory and motor blockade, analgesic requirements, and perioperative complications. Results: A total of 40 patients were included in the study, with 20 patients in the ultrasound-guided group and 20 patients in the blind group. The success rate of block placement was significantly higher in the ultrasound-guided group compared to the blind group (p < 0.001). The ultrasound-guided group also demonstrated faster onset of sensory and motor blockade (p < 0.05) and longer duration of analgesia (p < 0.05) compared to the blind group. Postoperative analgesic requirements were significantly lower in the ultrasound-guided group (p < 0.001). No significant differences in perioperative complications were observed between the two groups. Conclusion: Ultrasound-guided caudal anesthesia was found to be more effective and reliable than blind caudal anesthesia for subumbilical surgery in pediatric patients. It provided a higher success rate of block placement, faster onset and longer duration of sensory and motor blockade, reduced postoperative analgesic requirements, and comparable safety profile. Ultrasound guidance should be considered as the preferred technique for caudal anesthesia in this patient population.","PeriodicalId":517256,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies","volume":"3 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141014325","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 Effects of Modernity and Medical Science on the Spread of New Diseases","authors":"Samin Foroughi","doi":"10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.2.2630","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.2.2630","url":null,"abstract":"With the estimated growth of the world population from 3.5 billion people in 1990 to 2.9 billion people in 2050 and 11.2 billion people in 2100, the sharp increase in human needs and globalization and climate change, meeting the future needs with the conditions and it will not be possible with the current resources and man must deal with many problems and problems and provide basic solutions for them [1]. The most important human problems in the future will be in the fields of energy, water, food, environment, poverty, terrorism (war), disease, education, democracy and population, and using modern and new technologies is the only way out of the mentioned problems [2]. Recent advances in medical sciences, including new treatment methods, new drugs, and manufacturing of medical equipment, have played an important role in improving the lives of patients and health systems [3]. Nowadays, pharmaceutical products or new treatment methods have been invented with the aim of strengthening, improving and treating people with special diseases for which there was no cure, which made it possible for these patients to continue living. These factors have caused the health standards not only in developed countries, but also in many developing countries to face significant progress compared to the past [4]. Identifying and investigating emerging technologies in the field of health and dealing with them is one of the important priorities of the health system of the countries that can lead to improved performance and health outcomes. Also, with their help, the widespread spread of new diseases in the world can be prevented [5].","PeriodicalId":517256,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies","volume":"23 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140695461","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":"Selection of Superior Male and Parent Candidates for Etawa Crossbreed Goats based on Breeding Values and Morphometric Characteristics in Jembrana Regency, Bali Province, Indonesia","authors":"I. N. Ardika, D. A. Warmadewi, Ni Putu Yundari Melati, I. G. Nyoman Gde Bidura","doi":"10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.2.2629","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.2.2629","url":null,"abstract":"The research was conducted in Jembrana Regency, Bali Province, Indonesia for five months with the aim of determining the breeding values and morphometric characteristics including shoulder height, body length, chest circumference, ear length, body weight and scrotum circumference of the Etawa crossbreed (PE) goat population in Jembrana Regency, Bali. Furthermore, the research results were compared with the quantitative requirements for PE goats according to the Indonesian National Standard (SNI) 7352.1:2015, regarding Etawah crossbreed goat breeds and obtained prospective superior male and parent seeds. Data were analyzed descriptively. Next, the breeding value of each individual and the morphometric characteristics of the PE goat were calculated. The results obtained are that the highest breeding value (BV) for male goats aged I1 is livestock with code 5 and for I2 is livestock with code 5. The highest breeding value for female goats aged I1 is livestock with code 3 and for I2 is livestock with code 74. The performance of male and female goats in Jembrana Regency, Bali Province is very good, because it is higher than the minimum quantitative requirements set by SNI 7352.1:2015, regarding Etawa crossbreed goat breeds. Based on this, it is recommended to use male and female PE goats, in Jembrana Regency, Bali Province, as superior male and female seeds, because they comply with the requirements of SNI 7352.1:2015, regarding PE goat breeds.","PeriodicalId":517256,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies","volume":"38 24","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140701758","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":"Allelopathic Effect of the Residues of Rumex Maritimus L. on the Yield Performance of Boro Rice","authors":"Sarwar Islam, Md. Liton Mia, Anup Kumar Sarker, Abdul Jubber, Farhana Zaman, Md. Shafiqul Islam","doi":"10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.2.2621","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.2.2621","url":null,"abstract":"An experiment was conducted at the Agronomy Field Laboratory, BAU, Mymensingh, during the period from December 2018 to May 2019 to evaluate the effect of the residues of R. maritimus on the yield performance of boro rice. The experiment consisted of two cultivars i.e.; BRRI dhan58 and BRRI dhan74 and four rates of R. maritimus residues treatment such as 0, 1.0, 2.0, 3.0 t ha-1 and a farmers practice. The experiment was laid out in a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replications. Yield and yield contributing characters like number of total tillers hill-1, number of effective tillers hill-1, number of non-effective tillers hill-1, 1000-grain weight, grain yield, straw yield, biological yield and harvest index were significantly affected by the interaction between variety and residues. BRRI dhan74 under R4 treatment condition produced the highest grain (5.42 t ha-1) and straw yield (6.71 t ha-1) followed by the same variety. The lowest grain yield (5.15 t ha-1) and straw yield (6.51 t ha-1) resulted from BRRI dhan58 variety under R1 treatment. The highest grain (5.42 t ha-1) and straw (6.71 t ha-1) yields were observed in R. maritimus residues @ 3.0 t ha-1 treatment. Results of this study indicate that R. maritimus residues showed potentiality to inhibit weed growth and it has a significant effect on the yield of boro rice. Therefore, R. Maritimus residues might be used as an alternative way for weed management in effective and sustainable crop production.","PeriodicalId":517256,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies","volume":"94 10","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140707794","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":"Study the Effect of Ni Doping on Structural, Optical and Electrical Properties of Ni1-xAgxO Thin Films Deposited by Spray Pyrolysis Technique","authors":"C. Zaouche, S. Khelaifa","doi":"10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.2.2622","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.2.2622","url":null,"abstract":"The effect of Ag doping on optical, structural and electrical properties of deposited Ni1-xAgxO thin films on glass substrate by spray pyrolysis technique has been studied. The main objective of this research is to study the change of the physical and optical properties of Ni1-xAgxO thin films that are fabricant to semiconductor with different doping levels x. These levels are 0 at.%, 2 at.%, 4 at.%, 8 at.% and 10 at.%. The transmission spectra show that the Ni1-xAgxO thin films have a good optical transparency in the visible region from 68 to 83%. The optical gap energy of the Ni1-xAgxO thin films varied between 3.70 and 3.81 eV. The urbach energy varied between 245 and 289 meV. However, the Ni0.96Zn0.04O thin films have many defects with maximum value of urbach energy. The Ni0.96Ag0.04O thin films have minimum value of optical gap energy. The Ni0.96Ag0.04O thin films have maximum value of the electrical conductivity which is 0.023 (Ω.cm)-1. The Ni0.92Ag0.08O thin films have maximum value of the transmission which is 83%. The average electrical conductivity of our films is about (0.0184 (Ω.cm)-1). XRD patterns of the Ni1-xAgxO thin films indicate that films are polycrystalline with cubic structure.","PeriodicalId":517256,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies","volume":"52 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140708472","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 Effect of Investment Decisions on Financial Distress with Managerial Ownership as a Moderating Variable in Insurance Companies Listed on the IDX in 2017-2022","authors":"Putri Apriliyana, Widya Rizki Eka Putri","doi":"10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.2.2616","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.2.2616","url":null,"abstract":"This study aims to determine the effect of Investment Decisions on Financial Distress with Managerial Ownership as a moderation variable. The population in this study is insurance companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2017 - 2022 with a sample of 17 companies. Data analysis in this study used a simple linear regression test and moderating regression analysis. Based on the results of a simple linear regression test in this study shows that investment decisions have a significant effect on financial distress. Then based on the results of the moderating regression analysis test shows that managerial ownership moderates (strengthens) the relationship between investment decisions and financial distress.","PeriodicalId":517256,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies","volume":"23 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140710947","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":"Meaning of Symbols in the Heavenly-Dao Ritual of the CAO DAI Religion in Tay Ninh Holy See","authors":"Nguyen Thai Bao","doi":"10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.2.2620","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.2.2620","url":null,"abstract":"Ritual is a crucial decisive component of religion’s existence. Religious ritual generally manifests through the use of a system of symbols. In Cao Dai religion’s ritual, these symbols integrated themselves into a matrix and are manifested through rites, gestures, manners, behaviors, and sounds… which dignitaries and adepts conducted in the process of ritual. From the perspectives of anthropological research theories and methods, I will decode symbols of Cao Dai religion’s Heavenly-dao (Thiên đạo) ritual and thus it clarifies these symbols’ sacred meanings which in turn, heralds the doctrine, enhances social solidarity, reproduces and consolidates the faith of Cao Dai Tay Ninh Holy See’s adepts.","PeriodicalId":517256,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies","volume":"8 15","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140710436","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":"Animistic Customs and Practices, Attribution of Animistic Essence to Objects, and Environmentalism in an Upland Rural Community in Labo, Camarines Norte, Philippines","authors":"Joeffrey C Latayan, Michael V Villeno, Maria Cristina V Marca, Ronald S Marca, Marlon C Salinas, Jimel Felicia B Latayan","doi":"10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.2.2614","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62225/2583049x.2024.4.2.2614","url":null,"abstract":"This study investigated the relationship between animism and environmentalism in an upland rural community in Labo, Camarines Norte, Philippines. A survey of 136 adults identified prevalent animistic customs and practices, moderate attribution of animistic essence to various objects, and high levels of environmental concern and action. Significant positive correlations emerged between some customs and practices and environmentalism, suggesting that certain practices may promote concern and action for ecology. However, the strength of these correlations was generally weak. This could be due to external factors like commercialization, dominant religion, and secularization, which weaken the connection between customs and practices and environmentalism. The attribution of animistic essence to animals and plants displayed a positive relationship with environmentalism, suggesting a link between valuing living things and pro-environmental behavior. Conversely, attributing essence to most of the object categories did not yield significant relationships. These findings highlight the complex relationship between animism and environmentalism. While some animistic beliefs cultivate ecological responsibility, others have a more nuanced influence. Strengthening specific customs and practices and fostering the attribution of animistic essence to living things could be avenues for promoting environmental stewardship within animistic communities. Further research is needed to explore the factors that influence the animism-environmentalism relationship. Understanding these complexities can help develop strategies for nurturing animistic values and empowering environmental movements.","PeriodicalId":517256,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies","volume":"120 12","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140708883","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}