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{"title":"Sustainable Strategies in Business Area Courses at UNIFAAT University Centre, Atibaia, São Paulo, Brasil","authors":"João Luiz de Moraes Hoefel, Micheli Kowalczuk Machado, Marcio Hiro Hamasuna, Estevão Brasil Ruas Vernalha","doi":"10.9734/air/2023/v24i61001","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/air/2023/v24i61001","url":null,"abstract":"Aims: This paper presents and analyses actions related to Sustainability and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), present in Business Area Courses, taken by UNIFAAT – University Centre, located in Atibaia, São Paulo, Brazil. This work also addresses the view of students on sustainability and their interest and involvement with these actions.
 Study Design: Sustainability topics were gradually incorporated in different disciplines, themes of Completion of Course Works, Scientific Research, in a Research Centre in Sustainability and Culture, and in sustainable policies, implemented in the campus such as waste and water resources management and energy consumption and they are analysed in this paper.
 Place and Duration of Study: The study was realized at UNIFAAT – University Center between June 2021 to July 2023.
 Methodology: The methodology adopted for the development of this work is characterized as quali and quantitative and involves bibliographical and documentary research, an analysis of actions implemented by UNIFAAT in the area of sustainability, and a survey through a self-administered questionnaire used as a technique for collecting information on sustainable strategies knowledge from UNIFAAT business courses students. A total of 426 questionnaires were applied.
 Results: From the data, projects, and actions analysed, it was possible to observe an expansion in the sustainable approach in business area courses.
 Conclusion: The results are related to the efforts of higher education institutions to make it possible to achieve the SDGs, in a perspective that goes beyond governance at the internal level, collaborating as an important source of knowledge and to sustainable strategies in an inclusive way and beyond the campus.","PeriodicalId":91191,"journal":{"name":"Advances in research","volume":"17 19","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134991970","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":"Rainfall Variability and its Effect on Livestock Production Across Nigeria","authors":"Ugochukwu Kingsley Okoro","doi":"10.9734/air/2023/v24i61000","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/air/2023/v24i61000","url":null,"abstract":"This study aimed at investigating climate variability and its impact on livestock production across Nigeria. Observational data of monthly rainfall was obtained for a period of 42 years (1979 to 2021) from Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMET). The yearly animal production data was also obtained for a period of 10 years (2013 to 2022) from Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Natural resources. The data obtained was subjected to descriptive statistical analysis (mean, standard deviation and coefficient of variation) to show spread and variability; linear regression to show trend (changes with time); coefficient of correlation to show statistical relationship between the variables (rainfall and each of the animal production); revealing insights into changing precipitation patterns. Positive and negative correlations were identified, indicating how changes in rainfall influenced livestock output. And the significance of these correlations was determined through t-tests, shedding light on the strength of the relationship between rainfall and livestock production.","PeriodicalId":91191,"journal":{"name":"Advances in research","volume":"105 45","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135136260","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":"Potentials of Sawdust and Rice Husk as Source of Energy for Electricity Generation in Ebonyi South, Ebonyi State, Nigeria","authors":"Innocent Nnanna","doi":"10.9734/air/2023/v24i6999","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/air/2023/v24i6999","url":null,"abstract":"Aim: The study aims to evaluate experimentally the calorific value and the chemical composition of the sample (sawdust and rice husk).
 Methodology: This study was based on an experimental analysis to determine the potential of sawdust and rice husk (a combined sample) as a source of energy generation. Samples were collected from seven different areas, considering one sawmill and two rice mills in each area. The samples collected were mixed with various mass ratios, dried in an oven, and then sieved to obtain homogeneous sizes. The samples were tested for chemical composition using ultimate and proximate analysis, while the caloric values were tested using a bomb calorimeter.
 Place and duration: Ebonyi South region of Ebonyi State, Nigeria, between October 2022 and June 2023
 Study Design: With respect to potentiality and availability, the quantity of the combined sample generated per year was obtained from mill personnel. The data collected were carefully computed and analyzed to reflect the stated aim.
 Results: The results showed that the combined sample contains 36.20 MJ/kg calorific value, 3.13% carbon, 38.31% hydrogen, 6.65% sulfur, 0.11 carbon monoxide, 45.11% oxygen, and 50.96% fixed carbon. Therefore, at 80% utilization per year, 7949.69 MWh of electricity would be generated using 10334.60 tons of the sample (sawdust and rice husk) on an average scale.
 Conclusion: The study carried out has shown that the Ebonyi South region of Nigeria has the required quantity of sawdust and rice husk that can be used to generate electricity if properly harnessed. There is no doubt that the study has raised awareness about the benefits of the proper harnessing of agricultural waste to reduce the emission of dangerous gases into the environment.","PeriodicalId":91191,"journal":{"name":"Advances in research","volume":"62 S285","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135341908","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":"Antibiotics Susceptibility Profile of Biofilm-Forming Bacteria Isolated from Soybean Milk Drinks Sold in Abakaliki Metropolis, Nigeria","authors":"Nwadaonwe Demian Uduku, Igwe Franklyn Chinwe, Onuoha Happiness, Mkpuma Nnennaya Immaculate, Nzekwe Onyeka Favor, Ikemesit Udeme Peter, Ugonna Cassandra Aniokete, Ifeanyichukwu Romanus Iroha","doi":"10.9734/air/2023/v24i6997","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/air/2023/v24i6997","url":null,"abstract":"This study was carried out to determine the antibiotic susceptibility profile of biofilm-forming bacteria isolated from locally produced soybean milk drinks sold within the Abakaliki metropolis. A total of 150 soybean milk samples comprising 15 samples from each location were collected using random sampling techniques from 10 different locations namely Nkaliki, Presco Junction, Azugwu, Kpirikpiri, Ahiaofu, Mile 50, Rice mill, Mechanic site, international market and Abofia area of Abakaliki town in Ebonyi State metropolis. The collected soybean milk samples were analyzed for the presence of bacteria using standard microbiology techniques which include; culturing, Gram staining and biochemical tests. The screening for biofilm formation on isolated bacteria species was done using the tube method. The antibiotic susceptibility profile of the isolated biofilm-forming bacteria was determined using the disc diffusion method. The result showed that a total of 100 (66.6%) bacteria were isolated from the locally produced soybean milk comprising of 5 bacteria genera namely: Staphylococcus aureus 25 (25%), Escherichia coli, 27 (27%), Pseudomonas aeruginosa 10 (10%), Klebsiella species 15 (15%) and Salmonella species 23 (23%). The biofilm production screening test revealed that Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa are biofilm-forming bacteria (are all the isolated bacteria of S. aureus, K. pneumoniae and P. aeruginosa all biofilm producers. The antibiotic susceptibility profile of biofilm-forming bacteria varies between antibiotics. The result showed that all Staphylococcus aureus isolates were (100%) susceptible to ceftazidime, 80% resistant to imipenem and 72% resistant to ciprofloxacin, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, isolates were 100% and 80% resistant to cefoxitin and ofloxacin while E. coli isolates were 70.3% and 63% resistant to ofloxacin and cefotaxime respectively. The study showed the poor hygienic quality of locally produced soybean milk marketed within the Abakaliki metropolis and this call for public awareness as it could be the source of disease outbreak/spread within this community.","PeriodicalId":91191,"journal":{"name":"Advances in research","volume":"8 6","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135774400","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":"Development Design of Current Career Guidance Service Model in Makassar Aviation Polytechnic","authors":"Kurniaty Atmia, None Purnamawati, None Ruslan","doi":"10.9734/air/2023/v24i6996","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/air/2023/v24i6996","url":null,"abstract":"The important role of career guidance for cadets in preparing themselves to enter the world of work. The purpose of this study was to develop a career guidance service model at Makassar Aviation Polytechnic. This research uses the research and development (R & D) method with a quantitative descriptive approach. The research location was at Makassar Aviation Polytechnic, Campus II Salodong. The type of data used in this research is a combination of primary data and secondary data. A well-planned Counselling Programme will increase productivity and performance ratings, develop careers increase diversity. Career guidance to guide and direct cadets who are in the final semester is an absolute obligation of the Makassar Aviation Polytechnic to strengthen and support the role of career development institutions in preparing and planning career preparation for cadets. Career guidance is very influential on the maturity of career plans that determine future success. The results of research on the implementation of career guidance activities at Makassar Aviation Polytechnic are carried out in accordance with the desired targets, goals and objectives. It is hoped that this model can continue to be developed and applied in the university environment, especially on vocational campuses, to assist students in preparing for their careers in the future.","PeriodicalId":91191,"journal":{"name":"Advances in research","volume":"4 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135271744","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":"Crafting E-Learning Pathways: A Student's Insight into the Course 'Understanding Disciplines and School Subjects' Offered in Teacher Education in Cuddalore District of Tamil Nadu, India","authors":"S. Padmini, Pramila Ramani","doi":"10.9734/air/2023/v24i6995","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/air/2023/v24i6995","url":null,"abstract":"A conceptual framework enhances the understanding of the research problem and facilitates the organisation of the study. Currently, technology is revolutionising education through innovative methods of teaching and learning. E-learning has revolutionised education through online platforms, digital documents, and other electronic resources. In the interest of filling a large void in the existing body of research on the subject, this study focuses on the viewpoints of B.Ed students regarding the usage of e-learning tools for the course ‘Understanding Disciplines and School Subjects’ offered in the B.Ed programme. Study Sample: The researchers chose a sample of 540 students enrolled in the B.Ed. programme at Tamil Nadu Teachers Education University in the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu in 2023. The study employed a purposive sampling technique. Research Design: This study employed qualitative approaches, utilising surveys as the primary data collection method. The analysis of open-ended questions was conducted through content analysis. Data Collection Tools: The study used an open-ended questionnaire to collect data. It was found that students' replies related to positive and negative points for e-learning were evenly distributed. Eight suggestions were made to enhance the quality of e-learning resource production. Recommendations: To enhance comprehension of \"Understanding Disciplines and School Subjects,\" it is advisable to develop e-learning resources in Indian languages. The e-learning producer's content knowledge and technical expertise are essential.","PeriodicalId":91191,"journal":{"name":"Advances in research","volume":"25 3","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136067599","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":"Adoption Theories for Internet Banking in Uganda","authors":"Mahadih Kyambade, Abdul Male Ssentumbwe, Afulah Namatovu","doi":"10.9734/air/2023/v24i6994","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/air/2023/v24i6994","url":null,"abstract":"A lot of academic research has been done on Internet banking (IB). This study examines the IB literature through the prisms of nine adoption hypotheses. This review indicates that IB adoption is a complicated and multifaceted process; joint consideration of customers' personal, social, psychological, utilitarian, and behavioral aspects is essential; managers and system developers ought to implement a customer-centric approach focusing on managing belief formation rather than directly impacting behavior. However, the quality of IB research is unclear, and there is little consensus on the methodologies and conceptualizations employed to comprehend the ideas that actually shape IB behavior. There is a dearth of research on the use of interventions that can help managers make wise choices and hasten the adoption process. Understanding the cognitive, emotional, and contextual processes of the client is more crucial than adoption itself because it will ultimately lead to the desired action.","PeriodicalId":91191,"journal":{"name":"Advances in research","volume":"1 4","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136317397","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 Fertilizers and Pesticides in Vegetable Growing and their Impact on the Ecosystem in the Comoé River Watershed, Burkina Faso","authors":"None Gomgnimbou A. P. K., None Kara N. M., Sigue Hamadé, None Sanon A., None Pare S.","doi":"10.9734/air/2023/v24i6993","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/air/2023/v24i6993","url":null,"abstract":"Background an Aims: The use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers has been practised for centuries to control pests and increase agricultural productivity. However, mismanagement of these products can entail health and environmental risks. This study was initiated to assess the impact of these practices on the CRW ecosystem. The aim of this study is to characterize pesticide and fertilizer use practices in vegetable growing in the Comoé river watershed (CRW).
 Study Design: This study was carried out on a sample of market gardeners chosen randomly. Data collection was done transversally.
 Place and Duration of Study: This study was conducted in Western Burkina Faso during the dry period of 2020. It concerned market gardeners who carry out their activity in the Comoé Basin.
 Methodology: To this end, a survey was carried out among a representative sample of 204 vegetable growers. The survey sheet was used to collect information on the level of education, speculations, origins of fertilizers and pesticides, and the management of fertilizers and pesticides in the CRW.
 Results: The study revealed that local vegetable growers use both organic and chemical fertilizers. They obtain their supplies from the local market. In fact, 91% of the vegetable growers interviewed use both types of fertilizer. Growers are unaware of the validity period of the products they use. In addition, 48% of growers say they do not know or do not pay attention to the expiry date of products. Furthermore, 82% of growers do not master fertilizer application doses. Current pesticide and fertilizer use practices are risky, and the dangers incurred are pollution, particularly water pollution, and its consequences on human and environmental health (soil, vegetation, etc.). It would therefore be wise to encourage and promote biological pest control in order to preserve human and animal health and the environment.","PeriodicalId":91191,"journal":{"name":"Advances in research","volume":"3 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135111747","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":"Food Purchasing Pattern in Rural Family of Haryana State, India","authors":"Santosh Kumari, None Ekta, Kiran Singh, Veenu Sangwan, Anju Choudhary","doi":"10.9734/air/2023/v24i6992","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/air/2023/v24i6992","url":null,"abstract":"India experienced a massive change in food consumption patterns. There has been a decline in cereal, especially coarse cereal intake whereas consumption of other food items (fruits, vegetables, meat products and milk products) has slightly increased particularly in rural Haryana. These changes vary across socio-economic groups, which have implications for intergroup inequalities. This paper attempts to show food consumption patterns across selected social and economic groups and identifies food consumption regions in India. This paper shows that the food purchasing pattern of farm families revealed that vegetables (other than leafy) were highly purchased food items, with an average quantity of 14.7 kg per month. Therefore, there is a need to make them aware of different consumer laws.","PeriodicalId":91191,"journal":{"name":"Advances in research","volume":"875 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135884923","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":"New Challenges for Radiology Professionals during the COVID-19 Pandemic","authors":"None Claus V. T., None Freitas B. O., None Silva M. S., None Souto F. D., None Stekel L. M.","doi":"10.9734/air/2023/v24i6991","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/air/2023/v24i6991","url":null,"abstract":"Aims: Analyze the new challenges faced by radiology professionals in managing suspected or confirmed COVID-19 patients and understand their implications for the safety strategies of these professionals and patients.
 Methodology: The method used was an integrative literature review, conducted by searching for publications in indexed journals in the databases PubMed, SciELO, Scopus, and ScienceDirect, covering the years from 2015 to 2020.
 Results: In the data analysis, the articles were classified into 20 units of analysis, with information presented as sub-themes related to the publications of the selected studies, with a focus on the synthesis of the results.
 Conclusion: In conclusion, it is essential that not only all professionals involved in the process possess knowledge and preventive measures, but also that the entire radiology service is adequately prepared to receive patients, thereby ensuring greater stability in terms of environmental biosafety.","PeriodicalId":91191,"journal":{"name":"Advances in research","volume":"4 3 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135996094","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}