This research delves into the intricate interplay between informal settlements and conventional urban planning in the swiftly urbanizing landscape of Lusaka, Zambia. With urbanization gaining momentum globally, the role and significance of informal settlements in shaping urban environments have become increasingly evident. Lusaka, being the capital and largest city of Zambia, offers a pertinent context for examining the multifaceted relationships between informal settlements and established urba...

Urban Planning 

Ganzhou area is the location of the former Central Soviet District, and it is also a famous red tourist attraction. It is of great and far-reaching significance for Ganzhou’s red tourism resources to realize the digitization of external propaganda. With the help of digital platforms, promoting the external publicity of Ganzhou’s red tourist attractions can not only further inherit and deepen the red tradition, but also help overseas tourists understand China’s red culture and help demonstrate Ch...

Culture 

Context: Taking antimalarials during pregnancy, particularly during the first trimester, is regulated by guidelines recommended by the regulatory authority in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Notwithstanding this regulation, it is clear that other antimalarial molecules are used in our environment, such as Manalaria^® and Syrup Kilma^®, which are not recommended during this gestational period. No visible congenital malformations were detected in Mu...

Gynecology & Obstetrics 

Background: Mental health is vital for overall well-being, influencing thoughts, emotions, and actions. Suicide rates, notably among 18 - 25-year-olds, have risen by 35% since 1999, with males disproportionately affected. Texas’ low mental health spending exacerbates college students’ struggles, accentuated by pandemic-induced isolation. Innovative interventions, specifically new approaches that aim to improve the health and well-being of people with mental health conditions suc...

Public Health 

This study investigates the influence of Digital Transformation (DT) on Knowledge Management (KM) of teleworking employees at the Federal Institute of Bahia (FIBA). Using a quantitative approach with Principal Component Analysis (PCA) and Simple Linear Regression, the research is characterized as descriptive and exploratory, focusing on identifying and quantifying the relationships between DT and KM. The research analyzed 47 variables related to DT and KM, of which 42 were grouped into two main ...

Information Technologies  Public Administration  Labor Economics  E-Learning and Knowledge Management  Technology 

Shanxi Province, a leading coal-producing region in northern China, holds abundant reserves of bituminous and subbituminous coal critical to the nation’s energy sector. However, extensive coal mining has left behind Goaf areas underground voids and fractured zones that pose serious safety hazards and environmental risks. These challenges require innovative approaches to ensure sustainable resource management and ecological protection. This work aims to enhance the exploration and management of G...

Geology  Geophysics  Environmental Sciences 

This study examined the effect of indigenous riddles on the development of pupils’ higher-order thinking skills (HOTS) in public primary schools in the North-West Region (NWR) of Cameroon. The argument for the study is anchored on Piaget’s (1969) theory of cognitive development and the cognitive apprenticeship theory of Collins et al. (1989). The study adopted a mixed-methods approach, using the convergent parallel mixed-methods design. Data were collected using both quantitative (questionnaire)...

Pedagogy 

In today's rapidly evolving job market, traditional recruitment strategies have become less effective in attracting and retaining top performers. As a result, companies are turning to innovative approaches to stay competitive. This study employs a comprehensive review of existing literature on AI-powered recruitment tools, exploring the extent to which recruiters leverage these tools in the hiring process. The research methodology involved in-depth interviews with HR experts from various industr...

Human Geography 

Introduction: Chronic kidney disease-mineral and bone disorders (CKD-MBD) are characterized by generalized vascular calcification (VC) and impaired bone health. We aimed to investigate the relationship between VC and bone mineral density (BMD) in chronic hemodialysis patients. Methods: A cross-sectional study included 40 chronic hemodialysis patients for at least 6 months. For the assessment of VC, abdominal aorta lateral lumbar X-rays were used, and for the ana...

Nephrology 

Background: Ameloblastoma is an odontogenic tumor that originates from epithelial cells. Despite its benign classification, it exhibits local aggressiveness and the potential for unlimited growth. The 2022 World Health Organization (WHO) classification identifies five distinct subtypes of ameloblastoma, each displaying varying biological behaviors. Plexiform ameloblastoma is a subtype of conventional ameloblastoma that is characterized by a unique histopathological appearance. U...

Pathology