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Exploring Sustainable Manufacturing Processes for Sanitary Items Utilizing Abundant Natural Resources: A Covid-19 Pandemic Response in Northern Samar, Philippines
Full text linkThe COVID-19 pandemic did not only bring millions of casualties but also diminished the supply of sanitary items. In Northern Samar alone, sanitary items such as facemasks, rubbing alcohol, and soaps run out of stock on the first week of the gradual closure of businesses. This means that those with fewer financial resources have difficulties acquiring such sanitary items to protect them from this deadly disease. Northern Samar is abundant when it comes to nipa resource which has a big potential as a raw material for production of bioethanol. Due to the shortage of rubbing alcohols and raw materials for the laboratory made ethyl alcohol, extraction of bioethanol from fermented Nypa fruticans was done. This created raw materials needed in the production of laboratory made ethyl alcohol that was distributed to its target beneficiaries. On the other hand, Salacia korthalsiana Miq. commonly known as Polipog, is a traditional plant used to treat different diseases. It is used as anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and as antibacterial agent. The root part of the plant was used to produce an antibacterial bar and liquid soap. Thru the funding of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), manufacturing of non-medicine products took place in the University of Eastern Philippines. These basic sanitary items were given to the provincial government of Northern Samar for distribution to local communities to combat the spread of COVID-19. A prepared biosynthesized zinc oxide nanoparticles were applied to the face mask through spraying the solution on the surface of the face mask. Results showed that the textile with nanoparticles inhibited the growth of pathogenic bacteria. Further researches is sought to properly utilize the promising results of the wonders of the natural resources found in Northern Samar
A Smarter Way to Procure: Exploring the Use of Smart Contracts
Full text linkPurpose:This article delves into the transformative potential of smart contracts in revolutionizing procurement within supply chain management, with a special focus on the healthcare industry. In line with the challenges posed by complex procurement processes, the study explores how self-executing digital contracts can enhance efficiency, security, and transparency. Theoretical framework:The article is grounded in the concept of smart contracts and their applications in procurement, serving as a bridge between emerging technology and supply chain management innovation. It draws upon an extensive body of literature and research related to smart contracts, supply chain management, and technology adoption. The study is designed to build upon this theoretical foundation, using two comprehensive case studies to provide real-world insights and practical applications. These case studies, situated within the healthcare industry, serve as tangible examples of how the theoretical concepts surrounding smart contracts manifest in actual procurement processes. Design/methodology/approach:To investigate the application of smart contracts in healthcare procurement, we employed a qualitative research approach. This encompassed an extensive literature review of academic papers, industry reports, and relevant articles, uncovering the unique advantages and challenges in procurement & supply chain management. Building upon these findings, we developed a groundbreaking smart contract-based procurement system, presented through sequence diagrams. To validate our solution, we implemented and rigorously tested it within a real-world Ethereum environment. Findings:Our research reveals that integrating smart contracts into procurement processes results in streamlined operations, diminished reliance on intermediaries, and heightened transparency and traceability. Moreover, the proposed solution showcases significant potential for enhancing procurement efficiency in the healthcare sector. Research, Practical & Social Implications: These findings present valuable insights with far-reaching implications and hold substantial implications for stakeholders. Healthcare organizations can harness smart contracts to optimize their procurement procedures, yielding improved efficiency, transparency, and security. In a rapidly digitalizing landscape, our research empowers companies to maintain their competitive edge while delivering enhanced value to partners and customers. Originality/value:This article contributes significantly to the existing literature by offering a comprehensive examination of smart contract integration within procurement function, set within the broader context of supply chain management. It introduces a pioneering solution and provides a validated methodology, paving the way for in-depth exploration of smart contracts' impact on diverse stakeholders across healthcare supply chain
Text Extraction of Esports Summary Score Image in the Thai Language Using OCR Technology
No full textThe esports industry in Thailand has gained widespread attention, with several organizations starting to organize RoV tournaments to enhance the excitement of the competitions. Consequently, statistics of each match are collected and utilized as data for promoting each round of the competition. Conventionally, the method of data collection involves capturing images of the match results and manually inputting the information for further analysis. However, this process often leads to errors or delays, particularly when dealing with a large volume of data. To address these issues, the researchers explore the use of Optical Character Recognition (OCR) for data extraction from images, aiming to reduce errors associated with manual data entry and improve the convenience and efficiency of data collection. A comparative analysis of image data extraction performance between pytesseract and easyOCR reveals that pytesseract provides superior data extraction results and requires less time for the extraction process
Knowledge Of Families Toward Type 1 Diabetes Among Children In AL-Diwaniyah City, Iraq: Cross-Sectional Study –College of Medicine/ University Of AL-Qadisiyah
No full textBackground: Type 1 diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases in childhood, that is considered a challenge for parents especially when the child is not developmentally able to manage the disease independently. Since optimal glycemic control is required to prevent acute and long-term diabetes-related complications and enhance school performance, the importance of involving adults in the child diabetes management is essential. Aim of the study: The current study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, regarding children with T1DM among families living in Diwaniyah city. Subjects and Method: A cross sectional study conducted in Al Diwaniyah governate, Iraq on a sample of 400 caregivers of type 1 diabetes mellitus diagnosed children for a period of three months. Structured questionnaires were used for Knowledge. Chi -square test was applied to find the significant association between qualitative variables. Independent t test and one way ANOVA were applied to illustrate a significant difference between quantitative variable. In all Statistical analyses, a p value equal or below 5% was considered significant. Results: Majority of caregivers; 192 (48%), were in their forties and married. Mothers 239 (59.8%) were the main caregivers, more than half of the studied sample 237(59.3%) had university or institute educational attainment. The average score for knowledge was 9.39±2.9 scores ranging from 0-12 score. Poor knowledge was found among 64 (16%) of caregivers, while 42(10.5%) and 294(73.5%) scored moderate and good knowledge respectively. Education and urban residency were significantly associated with good knowledge. Lower HbA1C level was seen associated with good diabetes knowledge. Conclusion: Although good knowledge were reported. Such discrepancy requires an increase in public awareness about the T1DM. Using modern technology to disseminate the correct information to caregivers
Factors Affecting the Environmental Awareness of Vietnamese Citizens
No full textThis study aims to investigate the environmental awareness of Vietnamese citizens and identify its affecting factors through the survey of a total of 825 households in the North and the South of Vietnam. Descriptive statistics, comparative analysis and linear regression were mainly used to analyze the survey data. The study results show that the respondents’ positive attitudes on environment protection and the high average score on environmental awareness proxy reflected the relatively high environmental awareness of Vietnamese citizens. Gender, education, household income and accessibility to the information on environmental issues were statistically found to be the significant contributing factors to the environmental awareness through both comparative analysis and linear regression model. More dissemination on environmental issues through various means will probably help improve the Vietnamese citizens’ environmental awareness in the future
EFFECT OF KINESIO TAPING ON MYOFASCIAL PAIN SYNDROME POST NECK DISSECTION SURGERY
Full text linkSignificant as well as noticeable neck morbidity, such as pain, loss of sensation, and limited range of motion, was observed after cancer treatment. Two forms of neck pain, neuropathic as well as myofascial have been identified in a study of 25 patients with chronic neck pain after neck dissection. In addition, among 220 patients who had neck dissection, 33% experienced neck pain and 46% experienced myofascial pain. Objective: The study was conducted to examine the impact of Kinesio taping on myofascial pain syndrome after neck dissection surgery. Methods: Sixty male and female patients who had cervical myofascial pain syndrome (MFPS) after a neck dissection surgery participated in this study. They were between the ages of 30 and 45. Participants were recruited from Cairo University's National Cancer Institute and divided evenly between two groups. Thirty people were assigned to Group A (the Kinesiotaping group), where they were given conventional program as well as Kinesiotaping three times a week for a period of one month. Thirty patients were assigned to Group B (the control group), where they were given the conventional program of treatment (ROM exercises, stretching exercises, as well as Deep friction message) three times weekly for a month. A visual analogue scale (VAS) as well as pressure algometry were used to measure the level of pain. To measure the side bending as well as neck rotation neck on either side, a goniometer was utilized. All measurements were taken before and after the treatment was given. Results: Kinesio taping group showed greater significant enhancement in all outcome measures after treatment than the control group (p>0.001). The findings of the study revealed that PPT, VAS and in bending toward and away, rotation toward and away the side of the operation, values were significantly improved in the KT (98.8%, 45.94, 27.97, 26.12, 21.89 and 22.74% respectively). Conclusion: We found that the Kinesio taping group had better outcomes with no adverse effects after neck dissection, confirming the effectiveness of Kinesio taping for managing cervical myofascial pain
Preferences for Women Active Commuting on Built Environment? Differences between Urban-Rural Areas in Taiwan
Full text linkActive commuting is an effective way to integrate activities into people’s daily life to increase physical activity, and transportation plays a very important part in the promotion of physical activity, mainly carried out through three modes of walking, bicycle or taking public transportation. Compared with the needs of special ethnic groups such as women were often being ignored. Therefore, this study mainly constructs the evaluation indicators of the built environment for women’s active commuting in urban-rural areas. Through questionnaires 560 valid women’s questionnaires from July to September 2020 without working from home during covid-19 pandemic in Taiwan, “safety” is the primary indicator, and there are significant differences in the built environment of women’s active commuting between urban-rural areas. Finally, through PLS-SEM method, it was found that in terms of urban areas, women are most likely to take mass transit (67%), and built environment planning must consider density (unrelated to employment), diversity, distance to mass transit, and design. In terms of rural women, most of them use bicycles (60%). Built environment planning must consider density, diversity, accessibility, distance to public transportation, and design. The more comprehensive development strategy provides in planning and development of the built environment for women's active commuting
The Key Success Factors for the Moroccan Handicraft Industry
Full text linkToday, the Moroccan handicrafts suffers at the level of production management, in this sense it is very important to put in place tools effective enough to increase productivity and performance of the handicraft sector in Morocco. A key success factor is an element that leads to the various elements of a company, it remains a very important point to be implemented in the craft units so that they can succeed in terms of efficiency and performance
Comparison of Silver, Zinc Oxide, and Chitosan-mediated Nanoparticle synthesis and their antifungal activity against Oral Candidiasis
Full text linkAim: To analyze the effectiveness of silver, zinc oxide, and chitosan nanoparticles against oral candidiasis. Materials and Methods: Agar-well diffusion method: After the synthesis of AgNP, ZnONP, and ChNP In the agar plate, wells are cut, and 25 l, 50 l, and 100 l concentrations of the solution are placed. Reading was taken after 24 hours. The zone of inhibition was noted. Time-kill curve assay: RBA broth was prepared and sterilized, and 6 mL was added to all five test tubes. Candidia suspension was added to all five test tubes in the range of 5×105 CFU/ml. The first three tubes contain silver NP, zinc-oxide Np, and chitosan Np with three different concentrations; the fourth tube is considered the growth control, and the fifth tube is the standard (fluconazole). The incubation is done under suitable conditions for varied time intervals (1h, 2h, 3h, 4h, 5h). Then the percentage of dead cells is calculated at a wavelength of 540nm at regular time intervals. Results and Conclusion: From the agar well diffusion method, Ag Np showed 13mm , zinc-oxide Np 16 mm, and chitosan Np 17 mm zones of inhibition. From the time-kill assay, Chitosan Np at 50 µg/ml showed better bactericidal activity. Chitosan nanoparticles hold great potential as a novel approach for the management of candidiasis, offering improved drug delivery, enhanced antifungal activity, and the possibility of overcoming drug resistance
Evaluation of Antimicrobial Potential of a Gel loaded with Silver Nanoparticles of Argemone mexicana for Topical Application
Full text linkArgemone mexicana is widely known for its antibacterial potential in the traditional system of medicine. With this background, the present study was designed to formulate a gel incorporated with nanoparticles synthesized from Argemon mexixana for topical application. Green synthesis of nanoparticles was carried out from the whole plant extract and latex of A. mexicana. The biosynthesized nanoparticles were characterized by SEM-EDAX, HR-TEM, SAED, XRD before it was incorporated into the gel. The biosynthesized nanoparticles were found to be stable, uniform, spherical, and ranged from 9.21nm to 14.03nm in size. The SAED pattern reveals the presence of a varying degree of crystallinity of nanoparticles. The physicochemical parameters of the gel such as pH, homogeneity, grittiness, viscosity, spreadability, and extrudability were characterized. Both the formulation showed the nanoparticles are well dispersed in the gel with pH (6.90, 6.92), viscosity (1542 scps, 1583 scps), spreadability (5.7 cm/sec, 5.90.1 cm/sec), and extrudability of 86% and 89% respectively. The gel loaded with nanoparticles exhibited strong antimicrobial potential against Escherichia coli, Bacillus subtilis, Staphylococcus aureus as compared to the crude form of the plant extract and latex. Among the two formulations, the highest zone of inhibition (22mm, 16mm, 13mm) was observed by the gel incorporated with methanol extract nanoparticles. Our result demonstrates the nanoparticulate gel of A. mexicana can be effectively used as topical gel for gram positive and negative bacterial infection