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The Interplay Of Stress, Health, And Well-Being Among Health Providers In Primary Health Service, Anita Sadikaj, Rinor Berisha

International Journal of Business and Technology

Stress, health, and well-being are intrinsically connected in a complex interplay that has captured the attention of researchers, healthcare professionals, and individuals seeking to lead healthier lives. The delivery of healthcare services in Primary Health Services relies heavily on the dedication and resilience of healthcare providers, including physicians, nurses, and support staff. These professionals are the backbone of the healthcare system, ensuring that essential medical care is provided to individuals and communities. However, the demanding nature of their work, which often involves long hours, heavy workloads, and complex patient interactions, places them at risk of experiencing high levels of stress. …

Physicochemical And Biological Evaluation Of Aque-Duct Water In Kosovo, Demokrat Nuha, Arbër Bytyçi, Fisnik Laha, Pajtim Bytyçi, Osman Fetoshi

International Journal of Business and Technology

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 …

Bone Ring Technique, Sinan Arllati, Kreshnik Syka

International Journal of Business and Technology

Tooth extraction is accompanied by vertical reduction of the alveolar ridge as a result of the bone atrophy. In cases where we are dealing with the upper jaw, changes in alveolar bone dimensions can also be accompanied by pneumatization of the maxillary sinus. These changes are even more often after the extraction of the maxillary first and second molars, and especially after the extraction of two or more teeth in a row in the distal maxillary region. Different techniques and materials are used to provide adequate bone support for dental implants in these cases. In the presented case, the autogenous …

Determination Of General Parameters, Total Phenols And Total Flavonoids Content For The Assessment Of The General Quality Of Herbs From The Two Sideritis Species (S. Scardica And S. Raeseri), Bujar Qazimi, Shpend Dragusha, Hyrije Koraqi, Gentiana Balaj, Vesel Qazimi

International Journal of Business and Technology

The determination of general parameters (loss on drying test, total ash, and ash insoluble in dilute HCl) as well as the determination of total phenols content (TPC) and total flavonoids content (TFC) were determined in the aerial part of Sideritis scardica and S. raeseri collected in different localities in North Macedonia and Albania. In the analyzed samples of S. scardica and S. raeseri loss by drying was 6.65-8.01% and 7.08-8.42%, the content of total ash was 4.91-7.41% and 4.72-7.74%, while the content of total ash insoluble in diluted HCl was 0.13-0.27% and 0.05-0.75%, respectively. The amounts of phenolics content and …

Study On The Use Of Mechanized-Fired Clay Bricks As A Supplementary Cementitious Material, Esra Elsheikh

International Journal of Business and Technology

The current global tendency is to replace a portion of the cement in the concrete mix with materials of cementitious properties to mitigate the cement industry’s negative environmental impact. This study explores using finely milled Fired Clay Brick debris to replace cement in the production of mortars partially. The aim is to create a more cost-effective mortar while tackling the problem of disposing of waste bricks. Two samples of it were collected from two factories, pulverized into a powder, and added to the cement mortar mixtures in 10%, 15%, and 20% by cement mass. Mortars were examined for their chemical …

The Picotesla Protocol: Energy-Matched Neuromorphic Brain–Ai Interface With Quantum-Responsive Event, Samuel Church

Defensive Publications Series

This disclosure presents a brain–AI interface architecture that operates under a strict sub-50 W system power envelope to reduce electromagnetic and thermal noise to near-brain levels, enabling event-driven coupling between biological neural surprise events and a neuromorphic spiking system. The system comprises: (i) a brain signal receiver (EEG) with alpha/theta-band feature extraction; (ii) an optional quantum-responsive transducer (e.g., NV-center magnetometer or QRNG correlator) for timing-level sensitivity to picotesla-scale field perturbations; and (iii) an energy-matched neuromorphic processor (e.g., Loihi-class SNN or low-power NPU) that converts biological “surprise” events into discrete spikes with < 40 μs latency and learns via STDP. The disclosure includes enabling details: system diagrams, energy budgets, filtering equations, spike-encoding logic, and experimental protocols (including physically isolated, Faraday-caged conditions) to ensure that the design is reproducible and citable as prior art. This publication is intended as a defensive disclosure to dedicate these concepts to the public domain and prevent later patenting of substantially similar systems

System For Llm-Driven Orchestration And Live Migration Of Isolated Software Agents, Johannes Start, John Lunney

Defensive Publications Series

Systems for managing autonomous software agents in distributed environments can be limited by a lack of runtime mobility, rigid communication protocols, and poor observability. An integrated platform for executing software agents can combine isolated agent execution environments for fault containment with a live agent migration module for stateful mobility between host computing devices, such as physical servers or virtual machines. A central communication fabric, which can utilize a large language model (LLM), may mediate inter-agent communication. The LLM can analyze the semantic intent of a request to dynamically generate and execute a multi-step orchestration plan. This approach can support resilient …

Building Enveloperetrofitting Innovation: Recycled Materials Role In Digital Fabrication And 3d Printing, Amr Soliman Elgohary, Haytham M. Elbadrawy, Ahmed Elsamanoudi

HBRC Journal

Traditional construction methods are one of the main causes of resource depletion. This research explores the intersection of digital fabrication methods using recycled materials and eco-friendly construction through retrofitting the building envelope to achieve sustainability. Traditional methods of retrofitting existing building elements consume many resources (materials-energy) and produce a lot of waste. In this context, 3D printing, a modern digital manufacturing method, stands out as a promising alternative, offering innovative ways to reduce material and energy consumption and reduce waste in the building construction process. This technique can be used to produce innovative modules that may improve the environmental performance …

The Hidden Cost Of Metformin: Deficiency Of Vitamin B12 In Iraqi Patients With Type 2 Diabetes, Noor Mohammed Obaid, Halla Talib Salih, Mohammed Abdulzahra Hussein, Yousif M. I Al-Mohammed Amin, Mustafa Raheem Oglah

Maaen Journal for Medical Sciences

Background: Metformin remains a cornerstone in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. However, extended use has been increasingly linked to vitamin B12 deficiency, contributing to neuropathy, anemia, and cognitive impairment.

Objective: To assess the prevalence of vitamin B12 deficiency among Iraqi patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus receiving long-term metformin therapy and to identify associated clinical and demographic risk factors.

Methods: This cross-sectional study enrolled 500 type 2 diabetes mellitus patients on metformin for ≥18 months. Serum vitamin B12 levels were measured using chemiluminescence immunoassay. Correlations with demographic and clinical variables (including smoking, hemoglobin, and fasting blood sugar were …

Supply Chain Attacks Through Open Source Software: A Comprehensive Analysis Of Npm, Pypi, And Docker Hub Vulnerabilities, Thomas Pham

Cybersecurity Undergraduate Research Showcase

Open-source software ecosystems have become critical infrastructure for modern software development, yet they remain vulnerable to sophisticated supply chain attacks. This paper presents a comprehensive empirical analysis of supply chain attacks targeting npm, PyPI, and Docker Hub, examining 23 documented campaigns affecting over 2.6 billion weekly downloads. Through systematic analysis of attack vectors including typosquatting, dependency confusion, and maintainer account compromise, we identify recurring patterns and structural vulnerabilities across package registries. Our analysis reveals that 86.1% of detected typosquatted packages contained malware, with cryptocurrency theft emerging as the predominant attack objective. We document the September 2025 npm compromise affecting 18 …

"Voices For Change: Global Heroes Battling Educational Inequality", Sadia Binta Shahid

INRW/Coreq Student Showcase

Fall 2025 Student Showcase

Serum Ccr7 As A Diagnostic Biomarker In Acute And Chronic Pyelonephritis In Iraq, Dhafer Rahman Abed Al-Janabi, Ahmed Abduljabbar Jaloob Aljanaby

NJF Biomedicine Journal

Background: Pyelonephritis is a serious kidney infection primarily caused by E. coli. This study evaluated serum CCR7 levels in patients with acute and chronic pyelonephritis.

Objectives: To assess serum CCR7 concentrations and determine its potential as a diagnostic biomarker.

Methods: A cross-sectional study included 30 acute, 30 chronic pyelonephritis patients, and 29 healthy controls. Serum CCR7 was measured using ELISA and analyzed by one-way ANOVA.

Results: CCR7 levels were significantly higher in pyelonephritis patients compared to controls (P < 0.05). Chronic cases showed higher CCR7 levels than acute cases, but the difference was not statistically significant.

Conclusion: Elevated CCR7 is associated with pyelonephritis and may serve as a supplementary diagnostic biomarker. Further studies are required …

Impact Of Various Laboratory Techniques Upon Accuracy Of Hemoglobin Measurement, Ali Saleem Abdulridha Aridhee

NJF Biomedicine Journal

Introduction: Hemoglobin is one of the most important biological substances in the body, as it is the primary carrier of oxygen to the body's cells. Without this essential element, cells cannot receive oxygen, nor can they remove carbon dioxide. Hemoglobin has many types, one of which is normal, and many diseases are related to the synthesis and types of hemoglobin. These diseases are called anemia, and there are many types of anemia depending on the abnormal type of hemoglobin. The ideal way to diagnose such diseases is by measuring the hemoglobin concentration in the blood. Over the past decades, various …

Enhancing Sepsis Prevention In Long-Term Care Facilities: Development Of An Infection Prevention Sepsis Toolkit, Emmalyn A. Tuhin

Student Scholarly Projects

Objectives: The purpose of this Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project was to create, validate, and refine an Evidence-Based Sepsis Prevention Toolkit to enhanced early sepsis recognition and interprofessional coordination of care within long-term care facilities (LTCFs).

Background: Sepsis remains a leading cause of mortality and preventable transfer to the hospital for the elderly residents within the LTCFs. A significant practice gap persists because sepsis in this population often presents atypically, resulting in delayed or inaccurate diagnosis and treatment.

Methods: This project was guided by the following PICOT question: For healthcare professionals caring for patients aged 65 years and older …

Serum Ccr7 As A Diagnostic Marker In Acute And Chronic Pyelonephritis: Findings From A Cross-Sectional Study In Iraq, Dhafer Rahman Abed Al-Janabi, Ahmed Abduljabbar Jaloob Aljanaby

NJF Biomedicine Journal

Background: Pyelonephritis is a serious kidney infection primarily caused by Gram-negative bacteria, notably Escherichia coli. Understanding the host immune response is essential for developing diagnostic tools. This study aimed to evaluate the serum levels of CC-chemokine receptor 7 (CCR7) in patients with acute and chronic pyelonephritis. Objectives: To assess serum CCR7 concentrations in patients with acute and chronic pyelonephritis, compare them to healthy controls, and determine the potential of CCR7 as a diagnostic biomarker. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in Najaf, Iraq, involving 89 participants: 30 with acute pyelonephritis, 30 with chronic pyelonephritis, and 29 healthy …

Gingival Inflammation And Microbial Load In Iraqi Patients Fitted With Fixed Orthodontic Appliances: A Longitudinal Study, Maryam Aljbouri, Thaer Jaber Al-Khafaji, Nebras N. Al-Dabbagh

NJF Biomedicine Journal

Background: Fixed orthodontic appliances are widely used to correct malocclusions and improve dental aesthetics and function. However, their placement can significantly alter the oral microenvironment, promoting plaque accumulation and microbial colonization, which may lead to gingival inflammation and periodontal complications. In particular, opportunistic pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans have been reported to proliferate in orthodontic patients. Methods: A total of 40 (20 males, 20 females) patients undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment were enrolled in this longitudinal study. Unstimulated saliva samples were collected by passive drooling method (Navazesh, 1993) at three intervals: baseline (T0), two weeks (T1), and four …

The Parthenon, December 03, 2025, Baylee Parsons, Kaitlyn Fleming, Ashton Pack, Nate Harrah, Caden Adkins, Scott Price, Lilli Ross, Wade Sullivan

The Parthenon

No abstract provided.

National Expenditure On R&D And International Comparison Of Productivity, Aegus Kim

Pennsylvania Economic Review

A higher national expenditure on research and development (R&D) may lead to a higher level of productivity in the national economy because innovations can improve overall efficiency in production by increasing output per worker. Unlike other empirical studies which suggest the positive impact of R&D expenditure on productivity but are often the result from the firm level or the industry level, this paper investigates a positive correlation between R&D spending and productivity using the 2019 national data for the top 25 countries ranked by R&D expenditure. The paper focuses on the relationship between international values of total factor productivity (TFP) …

Neuroadaptive Return On Investment In Education: A Critical Review Of Eeg And Eye-Tracking For Decision Optimization, Piper Hutson, James Hutson

Faculty Scholarship

This article advances a critical synthesis of a proposed neuroadaptive return on investment framework that integrates electroencephalography and eye-tracking into educational decision systems. The analysis situates neuroadaptive ROI within scholarship on neurodiversity, engagement, and adaptive learning, arguing that process-level indicators of attention, cognitive load, and persistence merit inclusion alongside conventional outcome metrics in investment models. Methodological scrutiny examines construct validity for neural and gaze indices, requirements for multimodal fusion, calibration across heterogeneous learner profiles, and threats to internal and external validity in classroom contexts. Evidence from pilot implementations suggests feasibility for real-time pacing, friction-point detection, and targeted resource triage, although …

Daily Eastern News: December 03, 2025, Eastern Illinois University

Daily Eastern News: 2025-2026

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2025-02 Special Edition Oew Newsletter, Sammi Williams

NMOER Newsletters

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Asiaconnect Newsletter, December 3, 2025, Asiaconnect Asiaconnect

AsiaConnect

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Improving Palliative Care Knowledge And Intentions Among Great Plains American Indians: Efficacy Results From A Randomized Clinical Trial Testing A Culture-Centric Palliative Care Message, Mary J. Isaacson, Kah Meng (Charlie) Soh, Christopher S. Wichman, Gina Johnson, Kelly Le Beaux, Semhar Michael, Lisa Sparks, Karla M. Hunter

Communication Faculty Articles and Research

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2025-02 February Newsletter, Sammi Williams

NMOER Newsletters

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2025-01 January Newsletter, Sammi Williams

NMOER Newsletters

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How Gen Z Makes Sense Of Csr Communication: The Role Of Perceived Altruism And Cultural Ideology In Responses To Internal And External Csr, Yezi Hu, Yanni Ma, Di Mu

Communication Faculty Publications and Presentations

This study aims to examine how Generation Z consumers respond to internal and external corporate social responsibility (CSR) posts on social media. By exploring the mediating role of perceived altruism and the moderating role of cultural ideology, this research seeks to provide a nuanced understanding of how ideological orientations shape CSR communication effectiveness.

This study conducted an online experiment (N = 509) to examine how Gen Z, an emerging powerhouse of consumers, responds to corporate social responsibility (CSR) communication. Participants were randomly assigned to view a social media post highlighting either internal CSR, external CSR, or a neutral control message. …

Uc Resources, Space And Budget Committee Minutes 2025-12-03, Northern Illinois University

University Council Archives

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Uc Resources, Space And Budget Committee Agenda 2025-12-03, Northern Illinois University

University Council Archives

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Uc Minutes 2025-12-03, Northern Illinois University

University Council Archives

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Uc Agenda 2025-12-03, Northern Illinois University

University Council Archives

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