Using Guided Pair work to Enhance University Students’ Engagement in English Speaking Lessons
Ngan, Le Thi Kim
Abstract: This study examines the effectiveness of guided pair work in enhancing university students’ engagement in English speaking lessons in a Vietnamese tertiary EFL context
THE HEXAGON FORM IN ISLAMIC ART
ATASAYAR DILAN , WANG AI HONG
Abstract: Geometric ornamentation, one of the oldest aesthetic practices in human history, has been considered not only a visual organization tool but also a form of cosmological and symbolic representation in diverse cultures.
PERCEIVED PSYCHOLOGICAL EFFECT OF INFERTILITY ON WOMEN ATTENDING FERTILITY CLINICS IN YENAGOA METROPOLIS OF BAYELSA STATE
Kenneth BeliBodei Wasini, Felator Deji, Eyito Beatrice Obende
Abstract: The study examined the psychological impact of infertility on women who were clients in three fertility clinics in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The objectives of the study were to: identify factors associated with perceived causes of female infertility; identify perceived psychological effects of infertility, and identify the coping strategies utilized by women with psychological challenges of infertility attending the selected fertility clinics in Bayelsa State.
Strengthening National Park Governance and Biodiversity Conservation in Ethiopia: Institutional Challenges, Socio-Economic Dynamics, and Strategic Reform Pathways.
Ali Seid Demeke
Abstract: Ethiopia is one of Africa’s most biologically diverse countries, hosting exceptional levels of species richness and endemic due to its wide altitude range, varied climates, and complex ecosystems. National parks play a central role in conserving this biodiversity while contributing to ecosystem services, climate resilience, and national development.
Design and Implementation of an IoT Based Chicken Egg Incubator
Trust Nemerai, Kaitano Dzinavatonga, Ezekiel Chimana , Charity Mabuyaye, Trust Mutero, Babra Mafuta , Benny Nyambo, Hillary Marufu
Abstract: A technical design and development of an IoT-enabled smart egg incubator was carried out at Zimbabwe Open University. The aim was to develop a locally designed control system that utilises Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities
Assessment Of Natural Radionuclides And Geophysical Effects In Hydrocarbon-Producing Communities In Ondo State, Nigeria
Bayode O. P, Ilori O. A., Alasi T. K, Oluwafisoye .P. A, Toyeje A. B, and Aderanti A
Abstract: The assessment of natural radionuclides and geophysical effects in hydrocarbon- producing communities in Ondo State, Nigeria was conducted using gamma spectrom- etry. A calibrated NaI(TI) detector was used to analyze 25 sediment and 25 plants samples collected from different area within the communities.
The Influence of Background Music on Share Rates in Short Video Platforms: A Systematic Review
FAGBEMI OLUWASEUN NELSON, Hongyang Yu
Abstract: The influence of background music on share rates in short video platforms represents a critical nexus of media psychology, algorithmic distribution, and digital marketing strategy. This systematic review synthesizes empirical research from 32 studies to analyze how background music functions as a strategic tool for enhancing content virality on platforms such as TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts.
Design and implement a Fuzzy Logic Model that enhances automated emergency alert and rescue coordination: A Case Study of MV New Victoria
Eng. Juma Idd Idili, Eng. Werneld E. Ngongi
Abstract: Maritime transport plays a crucial role in global economies, but emergency preparedness on passenger vessels remains a significant safety concern, especially in developing nations. Traditional emergency alert systems often struggle with delayed transmissions, lack of coordination, inadequate use of real-time data, and poor onboard communication. To tackle these issues, this research developed the Automated Emergency Alert and Rescue Coordination Operation (AEARCO) model, which uses fuzzy logic for intelligent decision-making.
Comparison Of Nitrate Reduction Test With Urine Culture Among The Urinary Tract Infection Suspected Patients Visiting Janamaitri Hospital
Pratibha Sharma, Pradeep Raj Sitaula and Nabaraj Pokhrel
Abstract: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is among the most prevalent bacterial infections, encompassing a range of clinical conditions caused by microbial invasion of the urinary tract from the renal cortex to the urethral meatus. This study aimed to evaluate the diagnostic efficacy of the nitrate reduction (nitrite) test for rapid detection of UTIs, with the goal of aiding timely treatment decisions.
Validation of Static Voltage Stability Estimation Studies Based on P–V Curves Using ETAP
Jose Miguel García Guzman, Marcos Josue Bermudez García, Hector Antonio Ramírez Gasca, Juan Pablo Razon Gonzalez, Miroslava Cano Lara
Abstract: This article presents the validation of the results of the estimation of static voltage stability in electrical power systems, based on the analysis of P-V curves, using ETAP software. Voltage stability is estimated using these curves, which are obtained through multiple power flow simulations that allow stability parameters such as the Maximum Load Point (MLP), voltage collapse point, and static stability limit to be estimated. Subsequently, a static voltage stability study is performed using ETAP software to validate the P-V curves, as well as the previously estimated stability parameters. Several case studies with the 5 and 9 node power system are carried out to estimate voltage stability and validate the results using ETAP.
Smart Anesthesia Workflow Optimization: Enhancing Operating Room Safety and Efficiency Through Digital Decision Support Systems
Daifallah Nasser AlDibsh, Mansour Yahya Alkhallaf, Abdulrahman Ahmed Almalki, Yahya Ali Otaif, Mohammed Yahya Almalki
Abstract: Operating rooms (ORs) represent complex clinical environments requiring continuous monitoring, rapid decision-making, and coordinated teamwork. Despite technological advances, workflow inefficiencies and human-factor errors remain major contributors to perioperative complications. Digital decision support systems have emerged as innovative tools capable of improving anesthesia workflow and enhancing patient safety.
Factors Influencing Women Participation in Agricultural Production in Juba County: A Case Study of Lirya Payam
M.A. Oliwai, Harrison Henry Boying
Abstract: Agriculture stands as a crucial economic activity in South Sudan, where women serve as the primary workforce. However, ongoing gender-based disparities pose considerable obstacles, including unequal access to credit, technology, and extension services. This study aims to document the factors influencing women participation in agricultural production in Juba County. Purposive and random sampling techniques were used to select 100 sample size.
Beyond Buffering: Financial Resilience as Organising Logic under Funding Volatility
Maimbolwa Namuchana, Gift Masaiti, Kapambwe Mwelwa
Abstract: Scholarship has often defined financial resilience in nonprofit organisations as the tendency towards resisting external shocks through sufficient reserves, income stream diversification and strengthening internal control mechanisms. Although this buffering model is effectively analytic, it is based on the assumption of episodic shocks and plans whose horizons are predictable over time.
Enhancing Students’ Problem-Solving Performance in Mathematics through the Concept of Scaffolding Teaching Approach
Asgar M. Anda
Abstract: Teachers must encourage their students to embrace mathematics and study it as simple as possible because the majority of students consider mathematics as one of the difficult subjects. This study aimed to investigate how problem-solving performance of the students in mathematics were affected by the concept of scaffolding teaching approach on the topic domain such special products, equations, and inequalities.
Global And Societal Issues In Management Of Adult Education Programmes In Rivers State, Nigeria
Doreen Kobani, Cordelia Dike, Iyala George
Abstract: Adult Education is an educational activity largely organized for different categories of people, specifically, adults, experiencing some inadequacies in coping with current life problems. It does not necessarily serve as a means-to-an-end. It is multidimensional and covers many sectors globally; be it social, political, economic or ecological.
Characterization of Kidneys in Diabetic Patients using Doppler Ultrasonography
Tagread Ahmed Abd Alla Elmahi, Mohammed Nooraldeen Yousif Abdullah, Ahmed Abdelrahim Mohammed Ibrahim
Abstract: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a disease characterized by a high blood sugar and a concomitant excretion of glucose in the urine. It usually caused by an insufficient insulin secretion by the pancreas. The effects of (DM) include long-term damage, dysfunction and failure of various organs. DM is the number one cause of kidney disease, present in high number of all cases! This is something that needs urgent attention, the way diabetes causes kidney disease is threefold.
PROPERTIES OF SORGHUM HUSK ASH BLENDED CEMENT LATERIZED CONCRETE USING FLEXURAL STRENGTH TEST
Frank Ndanusa Williams, Daniel Nnaemeka Nwaigwe, Amiara Chidiebere Afamefuna, Ijezie Stephen chibuike
Abstract: This study investigates the flexural strength performance of sorghum husk ash (SHA) blended cement, laterized concrete cured in water. The research evaluated the physical and chemical properties of SHA and laterite and examined their combined influence on concrete flexural behaviour. SHA replaced Ordinary Portland Cement at 0%, 10%, and 20%, while laterite replaced fine aggregate at 0%, 10%, and 20%, producing a 3 × 3 factorial experimental design. A total of 81 beam specimens (100 mm × 100 mm × 500 mm) were cast and cured for 7, 14, and 28 days before flexural testing under third-point loading. Results showed consistent strength development with curing age for all mixes. However, increasing SHA and laterite contents resulted in gradual reductions in flexural strength. The control mix (0% SHA, 0% laterite) achieved the highest 28-day strength of 17.17 N/mm². Two-way ANOVA indicated that both SHA and laterite replacement levels significantly influenced 28-day flexural strength (p < 0.05), while their interaction effect was not statistically significant. Findings suggest that up to 10% SHA replacement can be adopted without significant loss in flexural performance, supporting the sustainable utilisation of agricultural waste in laterized concrete production.
Design And Implementation Of A Helmet Recognition System For Motorcycle Safety
Stephen Eduku, Samuel Quantson
Abstract: This study presents the design and implementation of a helmet recognition system aimed at improving motorcycle safety by ensuring that riders wear helmets before the motorcycle ignition is activated.
Level Of Education And Prevalence Of Hypertension Among Commercial Drivers In Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
EZEIKE Chinyere Edith, OGUNKORODE Agatha RN
Abstract: The study examined the level of education and prevalence of hypertension among commercial taxi drivers in Ibadan metropolis. The study utilized descriptive cross-sectional research design. The target population for this study comprised of registered commercial taxi drivers in Ibadan metropolis, Oyo state, Nigeria from age 25.
A Survey On The Assessment Of Solar Energy Potential In Nigeria
Njoku M.C., Ibeawuchi C.C., Ogemdi B.E., Aririguzo M.C., Aniashaka D.P., and Ignatius D.A.
Abstract: This study assesses the solar energy potential of Nigeria using global solar radiation data of forty-seven (47) locations obtained from the NASA meteorological database over a period of forty-one (41) year. The results show that the overall monthly average global solar radiation and the annual average ranges from 3.19 to 6.99 kWh/m²/day, and 4.20 and 6.14 kWh/m²/day, respectively.
Corporate Governance, Cost of Capital and Profitability on Non-Financial Firms Listed in Nairobi Securities Exchange, Kenya
Ngue Elizabeth Minoo, Prof. Ambrose Jagongo
Abstract: Corporate governance has become a fundamental topic in corporates management due to its pivotal obligation in enhancing accountability, transparency and profitability. Non-financial firms listed in Nairobi securities exchange Kenya have been greatly affected by corporate governance mechanisms and consequent cost of capital which significantly and jointly affect their profitability. Corporate governance has been known to have a great influence on the eventual profitability of listed firm.
Timeless Lessons from Shakespeare: Philosophical and Psychological Insights for Modern Society
Dr. V. J. Naveenraj
Abstract: William Shakespeare’s dramas have transcended time and culture, offering profound insights into human nature, ethics, and social dynamics. This study examines selected Shakespearean plays through the lens of philosophy and psychology to extract lessons applicable to contemporary society.
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Formalize Kenya’s Informal Sector: A Pathway to Youth Employment and Equitable Taxation
Purity Kanja Kamiru, Mutie Juliet Mwende
Abstract: Kenya’s economy is characterized by a disproportionately large informal sector, which accounts for over 80% of employment and contributes significantly to the country’s GDP. However, this sector remains largely unregulated, untaxed, and excluded from formal economic planning. Youth unemployment in Kenya, currently estimated at over 35%, is exacerbated by barriers to formal employment and limited access to business support infrastructure.
The Role of Foreign Direct Investment and Trade Openness on Economic Growth in Oil Rich vs Non-Oil Resource-Rich Countries: A Comparative Analysis
Ohud Sulaiman A. Alzahrani, Maram Abdulaziz Turkistani
Abstract: Foreign direct investment (FDI) and trade openness are well known as the driving forces of economic growth and development. Over the past few decades, the level of globalization has heightened the significance of international capital flows and trade integration in the developed as well as the developing economies. Countries with good resources are known to rely a lot on foreign investment and trade in order to boost economic growth and development. The impacts of these economic factors might however differ depending on the nature of natural resources that a country has.
The Role of Behavioral Incentives and Punishments in Promoting Tax Compliance
Maram Abdulaziz Turkistani, Ohud Sulaiman A. Alzahrani
Abstract: Public finance is an important aspect of tax compliance since it makes sure that a government has revenues needed to finance the supply of goods and services. Nevertheless, non-compliance in taxes remains to be a significant issue in most countries which causes a huge disparity between the potential and the actual tax revenue.
