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Policies To Reduce Greenhouse Gas (Ghg) Emissions And Environmental Effectiveness, Afrim Syla

UBT International Conference

The concept of environmental effectiveness has many aspects. In or-der to be effective at mitigating GHG, the policy will need to reduce - rather than displace - emissions, as “leakage” of carbon or other GHG will have no global benefits . Policies may also need to address the broad picture, rather than focusing on optimizing the performance of individual sub-systems. Products used during construction and opera-tion of a building can contribute to Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) problems that affect occupants’ well-being. However, IAQ is conventionally not addressed in the life cycle assessments (LCAs) of buildings and build-ing related products even …

Examination Of The Crime Scene And Victim In Murder Cases, Besim Arifi

UBT International Conference

The purpose of this research paper is to present in detail all issues related to the criminal offense of murder as in the investigative aspect based on the Criminal Code of Kosovo article 172, as well as organizational, and all other issues regarding the more efficient management of a scene when dealing with murder cases. The object of analysis and evaluation will be the work of investigative groups at the scene, the steps that will follow them to reach a place where the murder took place, the examination of victims in these cases, cooperation with other units and at the …

Traces And Criminal Trasology In Fighting Crime, Nuredin Lutfiu

UBT International Conference

Criminalistic traceology is not only a part of criminalistic technique, but it is also incorporated in tactics and methods. For example, tactical, cognitive, evidential and processing problems of traceology are not the object of the study of criminalistic technique. It means the word is about the multidimensional approach to an issue. Traceology deals with the problems of the mechanisms of representation, classification, search, retrieval, fixation, preservation, search and evaluation of traces. Traceology enables the solution of identification and diagnostic tasks. Traceology is divided into the procedure of searching for traces, providing traces, fixing traces and using them for discovery and …

World Trends In Tourism, Kushtrim Dreshaj, Brunilda Licaj, Fatmire Dreshaj, Sali Krasniqi

UBT International Conference

Tourism is one of the most important drivers of economic development in the world, and perhaps the only activity that connects nations and countries without prejudice. This is one of the main reasons that enables tourism to develop more and more quickly and is becoming an increasingly modern activity that people engage with. Proper positioning in the dynamic and competitive tourist market is conditioned by following modern trends through which demand movements, new market opportunities, potential investment areas and infrastructure needs are identified. Tourism as an activity promises a lot for the entire economy. Man is investing more and more …

The Importance Of Financial Literacy, The Inclusion Of Financial Education In The School Curriculum (Case Study: Kosovo), Ardian Uka, Valon Ismajli, Erzana Uka

UBT International Conference

The paper discusses the value of financial literacy and emphasises the importance of financial education inclusion into Kosovo's publicschool curriculum. The paper initially elaborates on the importance of financial literacy and then expands on its impact on people’s knowledge to become or maintain their financial stability and well-being. It is pointed out that understanding personal finance management can help people have a better connection with money and their finances. Research suggests that young people getting ready for adulthood should be encouraged to become financially literate to meet society's health and economic concerns. In this context, after observing the school curriculum …

Physicochemical And Biological Evaluation Of Aqueduct Water In Kosovo, Demokrat Nuha, Arbër Bytyçi, Fisnik Laha, Pajtim Bytyçi, Osman Fetoshi, Shpetim Blakaj, Berat Durmishi, Nerxhivane Gërguri

UBT International Conference

The study analyzes the water quality of aqueducts in Drenas, Prishtina, Lipjan, and Shtime, Kosovo, in June and August 2024. The parameters assessed include physicochemical properties like color, turbidity, pH, free chlorine, chlorides, conductivity, and metal ions (Fe²⁺, Mn²⁺, Al), alongside biological indicators such as coliform bacteria. The results indicate that most parameters are within acceptable limits, reflecting overall good water quality. However, variations were noted: Prishtina's low chlorine levels may pose microbial risks, and the increased chlorides and conductivity in Lipjan suggest the impact of urban runoff or industrial activities. Seasonal shifts, especially during August, influenced the concentration of …

13th International Conference On Business, Technology And Innovation 2024, University For Business And Technology - Ubt

UBT International Conference

Welcome to IC – UBT 2024

UBT Annual International Conference is the 13th international interdisciplinary peer reviewed conference which publishes works of the scientists as well as practitioners in the area where UBT is active in Education, Research and Development. The UBT aims to implement an integrated strategy to establish itself as an internationally competitive, research-intensive university, committed to the transfer of knowledge and the provision of a world-class education to the most talented students from all background. The main perspective of the conference is to connect the scientists and practitioners from different disciplines in the same place and make …

Albanian Viticulture View In The Context Of Climate Change, Petrit Zorba, Gazmir Cela

UBT International Conference

Climate change is a well-known issue in today's world, including within Albanian territories. This study aims to highlight the importance of proactive decision-making among farmers and policymakers through a detailed analysis using key viticulture zoning and variety distribution indices. By examining bioclimatic indices such as the Winkler and Huglin indices, alongside precipitation patterns during the coolest months, this study provides crucial insights into the spatial and temporal distribution of climatic conditions. The objective is to assess how these agroclimatic resources align with the bio-climatic requirements of grape cultivation. Current climate conditions now offer a broader potential area for viticulture compared …

Effect Of Metals On Polyphenol Oxidase Enzyme Activity From Salix Alba, Cengiz Cesko, Gulnur Arabaci, Esra Altintig, Hyrie Koraqi

UBT International Conference

Heavy metals are one of the main factors causing environmental pollution. They have toxic effects on plants and animals even in small concentrations. However, some metals act as cofactors in many enzymes in living systems. These metals are of great importance for enzymes to work actively. Metals such as zinc, iron, copper and magnesium play an important role for the activity of enzymes in the structure of plants. However, heavy metals inhibit or slow down the enzymes that play an active role in the organism of living organisms and prevent the functioning of the biochemical reactions they catalyze. Polyphenol oxidase …

Degration Of Food Nutrients From The Addition Of Water To Fresh Milk In Some Random Farms In Ferizaj And Gjilan Region, Medin Zeqiri, Valon Derguti, Fidan Feka, Xhavit Bytyçi, Mergim Mestani, Veton Haziri, Vezir Jonuzi, Ylli Bicoku

UBT International Conference

In Kosovo, milk production represents one of the main economic activities from agriculture for thousands of households. Recently, a disturbing practice that is damaging the quality of this vital product has been observed, namely the adulteration of milk by adding water to it, a practice used by some unscrupulous producers. This irresponsible practice not only damages the milk industry and producers, but also has an effect in the reduction of milk quality, especially in the chemical parameters of protein, fat and in the physical parameters of its density. In addition, the presence of adulterated milk in the consumer market undermines …

Morphological Characterization Of Characters Some Culti-Vars Plum In Albania Country, Tatjana Koka

UBT International Conference

Plums in our country are spread very early, they are very old, they have been spread since ancient times. According to the literature, the Pelaz-ges brought them to the Balkan peninsula 4000 years ago. Over the years, passionate people, farmers, farmers, later breeders, breeders, research, etc. have created new varieties of plums, some of them have the names of coun-tries and regions, such as Vlonjate plums, Tropojane plums, Elbasani double plums. Shengjinse plums, Gjatore plums, etc. There are varieties of plums that came from Macedonia, such as Vardare plums. Each plum name has its synonym according to the area where …

Who Suffers From Temporomandibular Joint Disorders, The Factors That Cause This Problem, And How We Treat It, Burim Kiseri, Vlora Berisha, Teuta Komoni, Arta Gjikolli, Dugagjin Sokoli, Jeta Kiseri Kubati, Genc Demjaha

UBT International Conference

A range of problems affecting the masticatory muscles, the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), and related structures are together referred to as temporomandibular disorder (TMD). (15). Several signs and symptoms, including chronic pain, soreness in the jaw muscles, headaches, bruxism, tenderness upon palpation, a limited range of jaw movement, and clicking or creaking sounds coming from the temporomandibular joint make up the etiological background of temporomandibular joint disorder. Several types of arthritis, dental issues, occlusal disharmony, autoimmune disorders, hormonal factors, psychological factors, stress, anxiety, trauma and microtrauma, and mandibular instability are only a few of the numerous causes. The ability of the …

International Conference On Pharmaceutical And Natural Sciences, University For Business And Technology - Ubt

UBT International Conference

UBT Annual International Conference is the 13th international interdisciplinary peer reviewed conference which publishes works of the scientists as well as practitioners in the area where UBT is active in Education, Research and Development. The UBT aims to implement an integrated strategy to establish itself as an internationally competitive, research-intensive university, committed to the transfer of knowledge and the provision of a world-class education to the most talented students from all background. The main perspective of the conference is to connect the scientists and practitioners from different disciplines in the same place and make them be aware of the recent …

International Conference On Food Science, Nutrition And Agriculture, University For Business And Technology - Ubt

UBT International Conference

UBT Annual International Conference is the 13th international interdisciplinary peer reviewed conference which publishes works of the scientists as well as practitioners in the area where UBT is active in Education, Research and Development. The UBT aims to implement an integrated strategy to establish itself as an internationally competitive, research-intensive university, committed to the transfer of knowledge and the provision of a world-class education to the most talented students from all background. The main perspective of the conference is to connect the scientists and practitioners from different disciplines in the same place and make them be aware of the recent …

International Conference On Law, University For Business And Technology (Ubt) In Kosovo

UBT International Conference

UBT Annual International Conference is the 13th international interdisciplinary peer reviewed conference which publishes works of the scientists as well as practitioners in the area where UBT is active in Education, Research and Development. The UBT aims to implement an integrated strategy to establish itself as an internationally competitive, research-intensive university, committed to the transfer of knowledge and the provision of a world-class education to the most talented students from all background. The main perspective of the conference is to connect the scientists and practitioners from different disciplines in the same place and make them be aware of the recent …

International Conference On Management Business And Economics, University For Business And Technology - Ubt

UBT International Conference

UBT Annual International Conference is the 13th international interdisciplinary peer reviewed conference which publishes works of the scientists as well as practitioners in the area where UBT is active in Education, Research and Development. The UBT aims to implement an integrated strategy to establish itself as an internationally competitive, research-intensive university, committed to the transfer of knowledge and the provision of a world-class education to the most talented students from all background. The main perspective of the conference is to connect the scientists and practitioners from different disciplines in the same place and make them be aware of the recent …

International Conference On Applied Medicine Nursing, University For Business And Technology - Ubt

UBT International Conference

UBT Annual International Conference is the 13th international interdisciplinary peer reviewed conference which publishes works of the scientists as well as practitioners in the area where UBT is active in Education, Research and Development. The UBT aims to implement an integrated strategy to establish itself as an internationally competitive, research-intensive university, committed to the transfer of knowledge and the provision of a world-class education to the most talented students from all background. The main perspective of the conference is to connect the scientists and practitioners from different disciplines in the same place and make them be aware of the recent …

Rehabilitation Over Retribution: Rethinking Juvenile Justice For Traumatized Youth, Brian L. Traub

University of Cincinnati Law Review

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Public Men's Rooms And The Legal Construction Of Gender And Privacy, Steven J. Macias

University of Cincinnati Law Review

This Article examines how the law is complicit in educating and socializing children into the cultural practices of gender and privacy. It accomplishes this by analyzing case law that involves minors and men’s public bathrooms. The men’s room is a place rife with social ambiguity, an ambiguity that has come to a head in recent transgender school bathroom cases. Although this Article is primarily concerned with the men’s bathroom as an important legal site in the development of gender and privacy for all youth, it discusses transgender (trans) rights cases as presenting the most fundamental challenge to the hegemonic logic …

Digital, Social Micro-Interventions To Promote Physical Activity Among Midlife Adults With Elevated Cardiovascular Risk: An Ambulatory Feasibility Study With Momentary Randomization., Danielle Arigo, Leah M Schumacher, Kiri Baga, Jacqueline A Mogle

Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine Departmental Research

BACKGROUND: Although regular physical activity (PA) mitigates the risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) during midlife, existing PA interventions are minimally effective. Harnessing social influences in daily life shows promise: digital micro-interventions could effectively engage these influences on PA and require testing.

PURPOSE: This feasibility study employed ecological momentary assessment with embedded micro-randomization to activate two types of social influences (i.e., comparison, support; NCT04711512).

METHODS: Midlife adults (N = 30, MAge = 51, MBMI = 31.5 kg/m2, 43% racial/ethnic minority) with ≥1 CVD risk conditions completed four mobile surveys per day for 7 days while wearing PA monitors. After 3 days …

The Scarlet – Volume Ciii, No. 4 (October 25, 2024), Scarlet Staff

The Scarlet (Student Newspaper) (2011-present)

The October 25, 2024 edition of The Scarlet (est. 1939), Clark University's student-run newspaper. The Scarlet is intellectually and editorially independent of the University.

New Country Records And Annotated Checklist Of Non-Dacini Tephritidae (Diptera) In Bangladesh, M. Aftab Hossain, Allen L. Norrbom, Luc Leblanc, Md. Forhad Hossain, Kajla Seheli

Insecta Mundi

Tephritidae (Diptera) were sampled in Bangladesh between 2019 and 2023 by hand-collecting on bamboo shoots and using traps separately baited with 2-component BioLure (ammonium acetate and putrescine) or torula yeast. We report here results of our surveys that yielded 1,907 specimens of 20 species belonging to subfamilies or tribes other than Dacini. New species occurrence records for Bangladesh include Acroceratitis bimacula Hardy, A. parastriata David and Hancock, Galbifascia soalia (Séguy), and Xanthorrachis annandalei Bezzi (Dacinae, Gastrozonini), Felderimyia fuscipennis Hendel, Ptilona conformis Zia, and Tritaeniopteron tetraspilotum Hardy (Phytalminae, Acanthonevrini), Adrama apicalis Shiraki, Euphranta flavothoracica (David, Hancock and Sachin), and an …

First Record Of Molorchus Minor (Linnaeus, 1758) (Coleoptera: Cerambycidae) In North America, Marc F. Digirolomo, Michael J. Bohne

Insecta Mundi

We report the first documented occurrence of the Palaearctic longhorn beetle Molorchus minor (Linnaeus) (Coleoptera: Cerambycidae: Cerambycinae) based on specimens collected from bycatch of a bark and ambrosia beetle early detection trapping program in Massachusetts, USA. Diagnostic characters are discussed, and a modified key is presented to facilitate species identification of the genus in North America.

New Insights And Comparative Morphology Of The Rare Western Palearctic Species Ochodaeus Montanus Fuente, 1912, And Its Closest Relative, O. Inermis Reitter, 1893 (Coleoptera: Scarabaeoidea: Ochodaeidae), Jean-Bernard Huchet, José Luis Lencina Gutierrez

Insecta Mundi

Abstract

The combined study of Ochodaeus montanus Fuente, 1912 (Coleoptera: Scarabaeoidea: Ochodaeidae) type material and recently collected specimens from the southeastern Iberian Peninsula provided evidence for the description of new specific morphological characters, and to clarify recurring mistakes present in the literature. A comparative study between O. montanus and its closest representative, O. inermis Reitter, 1892, was completed. An updated distribution map of O. montanus as well as a bilingual identification key for the four taxa occurring within the Iberian Peninsula is given.

Resumen

El estudio combinado del material tipo de Ochodaeus montanus Fuente, 1912 (Coleoptera: Scarabaeoidea: Ochodaeidae) …

Waking Up Before We Die: Aging And Spirituality, Marcelline Hutton

Zea E-Books Collection

In retirement, I have more time for prayer and reflection, to rest in the Lord, and hence to have my spirit renewed. We choose how we interpret our situations. Positive, spiritual aging ideas enhance our sense of well-being. Of course, the loss of loved ones decreases our sense of self-worth at times, but the Spirit can renew us. As Genesis reminds us, God was still working in the lives of Sarah and Abraham in old age, and they can serve as models for us. Indeed, Sarah laughed at the angels and shows us how humor exists even as we age. …

Statues In Plutarch's Lives, Donald Lateiner

New England Classical Journal

This article surveys where Plutarch mentions statues in the Lives and how they enrich his biographies. He alludes to statues in introductions, after death in conclusions, and in synkriseis. 1] They describe his subjects’ appearance. 2] They expressed community appreciation. 3] After some Hellenic and Roman honorands lost favor or were assassinated, their images suffered destruction. 4] Several communities compensated victims for ignominy by replacing their statues. 5] Several subjects erected statues as propaganda. 6] Several “heroes” address other men’s statues. 7] Statues or their absence counterpoint deaths and funerals. 8] Statues ironically embody excessive ambition. 9] Subsequent ancient …

October 25, 2024 Ereporter, University Of Alabama At Birmingham

eReporter (campus newsletter)

No abstract provided.

The Minutes Of The Marshall University Graduate Council Meeting, October 25, 2024, Marshall University Graduate Council

Graduate Council Minutes

No abstract provided.

Multiomic And Clinical Analysis Of Multiply Recurrent Meningiomas Reveals Risk Factors, Underlying Biology, And Insights Into Evolution, Sangami Pugazenthi, Bhuvic Patel, Collin W English, William A Leidig, Kyle P Mcgeehan, Colin R Mccornack, Shinghei Mok, Markus Anzaldua-Campos, Shervin Hosseingholi Nouri, Kaleigh Roberts, Ajay Chatrath, A Khan, Ron Gadot, Hiroko Yano, Tiemo J Klisch, Akdes S Harmanci, Akash J Patel, Albert H Kim

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

An important subset of meningiomas behaves aggressively and is characterized by multiple recurrences. We identify clinical, genetic, and epigenetic predictors of multiply recurrent meningiomas (MRMs) and evaluate the evolution of these meningiomas in patient-matched samples. On multivariable binomial logistic regression, MRMs were significantly associated with male sex (P = 0.012), subtotal resection (P = 0.001), higher number of meningiomas on presentation (P = 0.017), and histopathological sheeting (P = 0.002). Multiomic analysis of primary meningiomas revealed that MRMs have greater copy number losses (P = 0.0313) and increased DNA methylation (P = 0.0155). In …

A Call To Action: The Shea Research Agenda To Combat Healthcare-Associated Infections, Jennie H Kwon, Sonali D Advani, Westyn Branch-Elliman, Barbara I Braun, Vincent Chi-Chung Cheng, Kathleen Chiotos, Peggy Douglas, Shruti K Gohil, Sara C Keller, Eili Y Klein, Sarah L Krein, Eric T Lofgren, Katreena Merrill, Rebekah W Moehring, Elizabeth Monsees, Luci Perri, Felicia Scaggs Huang, Mark A Shelly, Felicia Skelton, Emily S Spivak, Pranavi V Sreeramoju, Katie J Suda, Joseph Y Ting, Gregory David Weston, Mohamed H Yassin, Matthew J Ziegler, Lona Mody

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

No abstract provided.