Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) has emerged as a valuable tool for evaluating secondary batteries due to their efficiency and accuracy. However, interpreting the multifaceted impedance spectra derived from EIS demands a comprehensive grasp of the electrochemical context. This study focuses on devising and applying an Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) model customized specifically for deciphering the intricacies of zinc-ion batteries. The model construction is tailored to the battery's complexities, enabling extraction of circuit elements that faithfully depict the system's dynamics. Moreover, this research investigates the relationship between parameters of the governing equations. Through experimental validation employing real-time EIS measurements from a zinc-ion battery prototype, the reliability and efficacy of the proposed model are confirmed. This validated model not only enhances our understanding of zinc-ion battery behavior but also propels advancements in utilizing this technology across various energy storage applications.

Erectile dysfunction caused by medications are probably caused by the disconnection of synaptic circuits responsible for linking libido to erection. For instance, it is well known that sexual dysfunction may occur in patients treated with finasteride, an inhibitor of the enzyme 5alpha-reductase, prescribed for androgenetic alopecia and benign prostatic hyperplasia. Interestingly, sexual dysfunction persists after drug discontinuation. Clomiphene citrate is a selective estrogen receptor modulator that has been used for the treatment of hypogonadism in men. It acts centrally to increase secretion of luteinizing hormone. Trazodone is a multifunctional drug with hypnotic actions at low doses due to blockade of 5-HT2A receptors, as well as H1 histamine receptors and α1 adrenergic receptors, therefore this drug can cause severe priapism and in many cases causing penile necrosis or permanent loss of erectile function. Therefore, we propose that trazodone and clomiphene can restore libido synaptic circuits, thus these associated drugs can be a treatment for post-finasteride syndrome.

Farmers' perception on the severity and management practices on cassava has not been fully investigated particularly across agro-ecologies in Sierra Leone. This study assessed the perception of smallholder cassava farmers on the severity of Z. variegatus L., its impacts on yield and indigenous coping management practices utilized to mitigate the infestation of grasshoppers in their cassava farms. The population of the study comprised 300 cassava farmers sampled from the north, south and eastern provinces of Sierra Leone. The study involved questionnaire research instrument administered to smallholder farmers who were farming for household consumption, those producing for sale and household consumption and those who were mainly producing for sale because their primary goal was to produce for the market. Findings revealed that farmers had perceived abilities about agro-ecological distribution of grasshoppers, making them to be familiar with cassava crop damage severity pattern and easy identification. Farmers have ability to recognize and identify adult grasshoppers, and part(s) of cassava mostly affected by grasshoppers. Cassava leaves and stems are destroyed by the pest during either preferential feeding or as a result of ‘choice, no choice feeding’. The study established that smallholder farmers have perceived abilities to identify damage symptoms, stage(s) in the life cycle of the pest that is/are more destructive leading to crop losses and utilization of best practices to mitigate grasshopper infestation on cassava that could be exploited for increased production, management and conservation of cassava genetic resources. Moreover, 52.3% of variation in extent of crop loss by grasshopper infestation is attributable to life cycle stage(s) of the grasshoppers, identification of part(s) of cassava plant mostly destroyed by grasshoppers, cassava variety preference by grasshoppers and the best practices that contribute to increased cassava productivity.

Chrysophyllum albidum is of great economic value in tropical Africa due to its diverse industrial, medicinal, and food uses. In Ghana, the fruit is locally known as "Alansa," but its full potential has not been fully explored. In this study, oil was extracted from the seeds of Chrysophyllum albidum (Africa Star Apple) fruit using two methods: Soxhlet extraction and maceration, with normal hexane as the extraction solvent. The extraction was conducted at a temperature of 65 °C for the Soxhlet extraction method. The aim of these methods was to determine the percentage oil yield. The results showed that the oil content was 2.13% by Soxhlet extraction and 1.24% by maceration. Characterization was performed to determine the physical and chemical properties of the extracted oil. The results revealed that the oil was yellow in colour, with no offensive smell. It had a specific gravity of 0.94 kg/m3, saponification value of 181.203 mg/KOH/g, iodine value of 126.6804 mg/g oil, acid value of 5.52%, free fatty acids value of 2.77%, peroxide value of 4.50 meq/kg, and refractive index of 1.3648 at 20 °C. These findings suggest that Chrysophyllum albidum seeds may not be a highly productive source of oil based on their oil yield. However, the studied characteristics of the extracted oil indicate that it may still hold economic value in Ghana.

This study is to identify which payroll schedule is more preferred as perceived by private business employees because how often they are being paid has a significant impact on the business. Moreover, paying employees too infrequently can cause employees to stress about their budgets, however, paying employees too frequently can add considerable costs to the business’ expenses. This study utilized a descriptive research design employing a survey questionnaire in data gathering from the 150 private employees selected through quota-convenient sampling. The questionnaire is composed of 2 parts: (1) to determine the respondent’s profile variables, and (2) to determine their perceived preferred payroll schedule. The researcher concluded that the majority of the respondents belong to adulthood, females, rank-and-files, working for 5-7 years, lower-middle class status; spending of P685.82 daily, and currently using a monthly payroll schedule. The respondents perceived strongly agree with the preferred payroll schedule in terms of daily, weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payrolls. However, they agree in terms of bi-weekly payroll. And there is a significant difference in the perceived preferred payroll schedule in terms of daily payroll based on the respondent’s age and currently used payroll; in terms of weekly based on the respondent’s age, position, and currently used payroll; and in terms of bi-weekly and monthly payroll based on the respondent’s currently used payroll. Therefore, it is recommended that business owners who are currently using a monthly payroll schedule may consider the other form of payroll to prevent employees from financial stress from waiting too long before they get paid. Business owners may refrain from implementing the bi-weekly payroll for the employees. Business owners may consider the age bracket of their employees in implementing daily payroll. Additionally, business owners may also consider the welfare of the employees as they are important in day-to-day operations. Thus, they should be motivated through payroll.

The availability of timber products and the increase in demand for construction and export have made it a thriving business in Nigeria. . Chronic respiratory symptoms are common among sawmill workers because of their exposure to occupational-related sawdust hazards. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, self-reported respiratory symptoms, and protective measure in place by the sawmill workers. This was a cross-sectional study and it was carried out at Timber market, Nkwo-Nnewi, Anambra state, Nigeria with a sample size of 157. Structured interviewer-administered questionnaire was used for data collection. Data were analyzed with the statistical package for social sciences. The result of the study showed that nearly all the respondents were male (97.5%) and the majority were between 30-49 years of age. 45.9% of the respondents had worked at the sawmill for 10 years and above. The majority of the respondents were aware that the sawmill dust can affect their respiratory health 119(75.8%).Some of the respiratory problem reported include: Cough 97(61.8%), Cold 81(51.6%), Chest tightness 18(11.5%), Wheeze 17(10.5%), Shortness of breath 12(7.6%). The study indicated that majority of the respondents do not make use of personal protective device 100(63.7%) whilst only 57(36.3%) make use of personal protective equipment. Some of the common reasons cited for not using PPE were that it was not comfortable 44(43%) and that the PPE was not available 34(34%). A great percentage of the sawmill workers had poor knowledge of respiratory protective measures (37.0%). The sawmill workers had a high prevalence of respiratory symptoms probably because poor safety practices were evident. It is therefore essential to improve the level of knowledge among sawmill workers about occupational hazards and safety practices in order to mitigate its negative consequences. These can be achieved via periodic health awareness campaigns, and health policies by the government with the aim to enforce the sawmill workers to observe proper protective measures while working.

An essential biological layer for hemostasis is the skin surface. Therefore, it is crucial to restore the skin surface, even while the restoration of the underlying tissues can wait. By restoring collagen, providing biological occlusion, and protecting the wound, skin grafts aid wound healing and are an important technique to improve the prognosis. Since negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) has been increasingly used in the health care sector for the management of different kinds of wounds by applying negative pressure to the wound bed, this cutting edge therapy can hasten the healing of both acute and chronic wounds. In this pragmatic approach, the present study was carried out at Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre's Department of General Surgery, Bengalore, between (2018 and 2020. A total of 48 patients were included in this study, and we categorised them into two groups: Group 1 was the conventional group, and Group 2 was the NPWT. The data was collected and analyzed using SAS software. As per the findings, males comprise 30 (62.5%) and females 18 (37.5%), with a mean age of 48.96 +/-11.64 years in the conventional group and 47.67 +/- 13.12 years in the NPWT group. Most of the ulcers were located in the foot (39.58%). Graft uptake was more superior in patients who received NPWT (95.83%) when compared to the conventional group, showing a significant difference (p <0.001). All 24 patients in the NPWT group had no complications or further requirement for revision surgery, whereas 6 patients in the conventional group (25%) required revision surgery due to postoperative complications. The mean duration of hospital stay was shorter in patients in the NPWT group (11.38 +/- 1.06 days) when compared to the Conventional group (18.54 +/- 3.01 days), with a significant difference (p <0.001). According to the study findings, the use of sub-atmospheric pressure dressings in the form of vacuum assisted closure has been demonstrated to be a potential method of treatment for treating wounds and enhancing the results of skin grafting, especially in patients who have had skin grafting.

Background: Young teens are more vulnerable to a variety of infections, particularly teenage girls if they don't take care of their hygiene. The reason of conducting studies in schools is as they spend more than one third of their lifetime in school. School environment, supply of potable water, etc. impact on healthy development. Material and methods: This is a cross-sectional study carried out in the field of RHTC practice at Indore Medical College from February to April 2019. A structured pro- forma that included questions about basic sanitation, water and hygiene practices, is used to gather data from teenagers studying in public and private schools. 200 students from public schools and 200 private schools in Grades 6 to 10 were selected by Quota Sampling to compare WASH practices among themselves. Results: The majority of teenagers in private schools have good levels of personal hygiene 58.3% compared to public schools 41.7%. Standards of personal hygiene increased with age. The majority of 95% of teenagers used drinking water sources in the private sector as opposed to adolescents in public schools. In the study, 73% of private schools had separate washrooms for girls and boys, compared with 89.5% of public schools. Nearly all washrooms in private schools were clean, compared with 40% in public schools. Bins were available in 67% of adolescents in private schools, compared with 34% of adolescents in public schools. Handwashing practices were found to be satisfactory among teens at both schools. Conclusion: Following the launch of the Swatch Bharat Abhiyan, overall WASH practices are enhanced. Practices among teenagers in private schools were found to be satisfactory, but improvements were also observed in public schools. Most of the time, teenagers miss school for lack of core WASH practices.

The present paper study the opinion of the respondents regarding agri-tourism and the relationship between their socio-personal characteristics and opinion. The study was conducted in Ludhiana district of Punjab state and 210 were selected for the study. The respondents selected were mainly teachers/principals, students and urban consumers. The findings revealed that majority of all the categories of respondents had high opinion of agri-tourism such as farm stays are the perfect ways to get closer to nature, agri-tourism is less costly than other tourism and agri-tourism creates curiosity to learn about food, plants, animals and rural lifestyle. Educational level of the teachers has positive and significant correlation with opinion of agri-tourism, while non-significant correlation observed between educational level and opinion of the urban consumers. Most of the teachers were having post graduate qualification, whereas the urban consumers were having only secondary education. Positive correlation between service experience of the teachers and opinion was notice and it was due to the fact that opinion may increase as service experience increase.

Financial management in emerging markets presents unique challenges and opportunities, driven by dynamic economic conditions, regulatory frameworks, and cultural nuances. This review explores theoretical models and practical applications of financial management strategies tailored to these contexts. Emerging markets often exhibit high volatility, limited access to capital, and underdeveloped financial systems, necessitating innovative approaches to resource allocation, risk management, and investment decision-making. Theoretical models such as agency theory, pecking order theory, and the trade-off theory are evaluated for their applicability in emerging market settings. These models provide insights into capital structure optimization, corporate governance, and cost of capital considerations. Additionally, behavioral finance theories are reviewed to address the role of investor psychology and market inefficiencies in shaping financial decisions. Practical applications of financial management strategies in emerging markets focus on leveraging microfinance, fintech innovations, and sustainable finance solutions to overcome systemic constraints. Strategies such as dynamic working capital management, diversification of funding sources, and risk mitigation through hedging instruments are examined. Furthermore, the role of government policies, regulatory frameworks, and international financial institutions in shaping market dynamics is analyzed. This review underscores the critical importance of adapting financial management practices to local conditions while embracing global best practices to enhance resilience and growth. It highlights successful case studies demonstrating how firms in emerging markets have navigated economic and institutional challenges to achieve financial stability and competitive advantage. The findings provide actionable insights for policymakers, financial managers, and researchers seeking to deepen their understanding of financial management strategies in emerging markets. Future research directions include exploring the integration of artificial intelligence in financial decision-making and assessing the impact of geopolitical shifts on financial management practices.