ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 30, 2019
Sectorial Microcredit and Economic Development in Nigeria
Zacchariah Lydia E, Ifionu Ebele P
Page no 254-263 |
10.21276/sjef.2019.3.6.3
In light of faltering sustainability in growth and development in Nigeria, this study evaluates the Micro Finance Banks
Sectoral influence on the development of the Nigerian Economy over the period of 1992 to 2017, utilizing secondary data
culled from the Central bank of Nigeria Statistical Bulletin and the World Bank. The study employed the use of
Stationarity, Multiple Regression, Johansen’s Co-integration and Error Correction estimates. While the Co-integration
results indicated significant long run relationship among the study variables, the Multiple Regression and Vector Error
Correction estimates both point to Apportioned Microcredit to mining/quarrying, real estate/construction and
transport/general commerce sectors as the sectoral microcredit that significantly influence Nigeria’s human development
index both in the short and long terms respectively. Only Apportioned Microcredit to the mining/quarrying, real
estate/construction and transport/general commerce sectors are valuable in predicting variations in economic
development as captured by Human Development Index. In light of the above, it was thus recommended that other
sectoral activities should be revamped according to their level of insignificance as more efforts should be devoted to the
Agricultural sector, manufacturing sector and other sectors of the economy and there should be incentive to sensitize the
populace about microfinancing which would bolster deposit based and help disbursement in the right direction,
promotion of economic, political and social stability amongst others
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 30, 2019
Prevalence of Impacted and Transmigrated Canine in a Dental Yemeni Population; a Radiographic Study
Nagi H. Alawdi, Ghamdan Al-Harazi, Hussein Shuga Al-Deen
Page no 409-417 |
10.21276/sjodr.2019.4.6.20
Objectives: The study aimed to evaluate the prevalence and patterns of impacted and transmigrated canine and associated
pathologies in a dental population. Methods: The panoramic radiographs of 5531 patients [1820 (32.9%) male and 3711
(67.1%) female] who attended to several dental clinics between August 2018 and January 2019 were retrospectively
evaluated. The number, position, impaction and transmigration of canine were noted. An impacted canine was diagnosed
to be transmigrated when at least part of its length had crossed the midline. The presence of other coexisting anomalies
was also noted. Results: A total of 388 patients (7.0%) presented with at least one impacted tooth. The most common
impacted canines were in the maxilla among 368 (94.8%) patients, while 51 (13.1%) patients showed impacted canines in
the mandible. About 32 (8.2%) patients showed both co-existed maxillary and mandibular canine impaction, while 126
(32.5%) impacted canines were bilateral either in the maxilla or in the mandible. Transmigrated canine was observed
among 26 (6.7%) of impacted canine patients. Impaction of other teeth was found among 173 (44.6%) patients. Certain
anomalies were co-existed along with canine impaction in 98 (25.3%) patients. Pericoronal radiolucency was the most
common am-ong 84 (21.6%) patients followed by dentigrous cyst among 23 (5.9%) patients. Other anomalies were
supernumerary teeth among 5 (1.3%) patients, and odontoms in only 1 (0.3%) patient. Conclusions: The prevalence of
impacted teeth was high, and there was a predilection for impacted teeth in the maxilla. Pericoronal radiolucency was
commonly seen in relation to the impacted canines followed by dentigrous cyst.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 30, 2019
Social Media Use and Its Effects to the Values of Tertiary School Students in Cagayan Valley, Philippines for Education Program Development
Jinky Marie T. Chua, Jennifer L. Luyun
Page no 241-246 |
10.21276/jaep.2019.3.6.2
In today's generation, a gadget becomes an indispensable companion that becomes our means in achieving the goal. This
study determined the use and effects of social media to the values of tertiary school students, which can be used as a basis
for the development of an educational program. A descriptive approach was used wherein the respondents were 80
students of Cagayan State University. A questionnaire was used as a guide which covers the demographic profile,
favorite networking sites, effects, and benefits they obtain from using social media. In general, it is found that the
benefits and effects of social media are significantly related to the values of young adults. Facebook/Messenger, Twitter,
and Instagram are the top three social media sites used by the students. Majority of the student respondents strongly
agreed that their day is not complete if they do not open their social media accounts, but overall social media has an
excellent effect on the students. In terms of benefits they get from social media, it garnered a 4.252 over-all mean, which
implies that most of the respondents obtain excellent benefits from using social media. As to the values of young adults,
there is a significant impact on the students, especially in academic purposes and real-life lessons. It is therefore
recommended that students should be introduced to sites that can add values to their academic work and research.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 30, 2019
Efficacy of 0.1% Tacrolimus with Colgate Oraguard-B Paste for the Treatment of Patients with Oral Lichen Planus
Nishu Vakil, Taranpreet Kaur, Gulshan Arora, Pooja Goyal, Amit Patel, Abhishek Singh
Page no 384-387 |
10.21276/sjodr.2019.4.6.15
Background: There is no standard protocol for treating oral lichen planus. We need to develop potent alternative
immunosuppressive agent to benefit the patients. Aim: To investigate the efficacy of 0.1% tacrolimus with Colgate
Oraguard-B paste for the treatment of patients with oral lichen planus. Methods: One hundred patients with clinical
evidence of the lesion of oral lichen planus followed by histopathological confirmation seeking care at outpatient
department were included in the study. Patients were provided with 0.1% tacrolimus ointment with Colgate Oraguard-B
paste as the study medication. Reassessment was done from 3 months to 4 months, with follow-up of 2 years and 6
months. Results: Mean values of pre and post VAS (Visual Analogue Scale) for erosive and atrophic forms of oral lichen
planus were 9.35±1.02, 2.96±0.24 and 7.82±0.56, 1.71±0.22 respectively. Similarly mean pre and post VAS scores for
reticular and mixed forms of oral lichen planus were 4.16±0.44, 1.32±0.34 and 7.36±0.59, 3.33±0.48 respectively.
Statistically significant results were obtained between pre and post treatment values on the Visual Analogue Scale among
all forms of oral lichen planus. Conclusion: Topical tacrolimus ointment 0.1% with Oraguard-B paste showed us
encouraging results for symptomatic Oral lichen planus. Clinical improvement was achieved in about a month’s
treatment course.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 30, 2019
Research on Service Quality Evaluation of Teaching Archivists Based on Intuitionistic Fuzzy Bidirectional Projection Decision Making
Ling Ling Lu
Page no 247-252 |
10.21276/jaep.2019.3.6.3
Introduction: According to the characteristics of the service industry of the teaching archivists, an index system for the
evaluation of the service quality of teaching archivists is established. By using the intuitionistic fuzzy set theory, the
subjective evaluation information of the investigated object is converted into the intuitionistic fuzzy numbers. Based on
the score function of the intuitionistic fuzzy set, a bidirectional projection-based multiple attribute decision making
method with intuitionistic fuzzy numbers is developed. Through the bidirectional projection measure between each
alternative decision matrix and the ideal alternative matrix, all the alternatives can be ranked to select the best one.
Finally, an illustrative example related about the service quality evaluation of the teaching archivists demonstrates the
application of the proposed method.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 30, 2019
Evaluation of Serum Creatine kinase Activity in Sudanese Patients with Type1 and Type2 Diabetes Mellitus in Khartoum State
Nbra Hashim Mohamed, Rihab Akasha
Page no 259-262 |
10.21276/sjbr.2019.4.6.2
Background: Diabetes mellitus is a standout amongst the most widely recognized metabolic disarranges that follow by
many complications and influence many body systems and organs make them less effective and these incorporate skeletal
muscles. Aim: The aim of this study is to evaluate serum creatine kinase activity in Sudanese patients with type1 and
type2 diabetes mellitus in Khartoum state. Material and methods: This study was case-control study and conducted
during the period from April 2018 to November 2018, 90 participants (30 type1DM, 30 type2 DM as case and 30
controls).The samples was collected by simple random sampling technique through a self-administering questionnaire,
Concentration of glucose was measured for each patient with GOD method, and activity of total creatine kinase was
determined also CKMB activity was measured for the tow study groups and control group as marker of cardiac functions.
The analysis of data done by SPSS version 21 using T-test for comparing mean and simple correlation for correlation of
continuous numerical data. Results: There was a significant increase in glucose concentration in compare to control
group p-value 0.000 in both type1and type2 diabetic patient compare to control mean±SD type1 (241.9±77.5) type2
(211.3±95.1) control group (111.1±36.4). There was a significant increase in activity of total creatine kinase (CK)
enzyme in type1 and type2 diabetic patients in compare to healthy individuals the p-value 0.019 and 0.010 respectively
mean±SD type1 (78.0±13.2 IU/L) type2 (71.6±10.0 IU/L) and control group (58.4±23.9 IU/L). There was positive
insignificant correlation between the activity of total CK and age in type1 DM patient (R-value= 0.197, P-value= 0.297),
but negative insignificant correlation between the activity of total CK and age in type2 DM (R-value= -0.269, P-value=
0.151). Positive insignificant correlation between duration of diabetes and the activity of total CK level in type1 (Rvalue=0.164, P-value=0.386) and type 2 (R-value=0.158, P-value=0.403). Negative significant correlation between
glucose and total CK in type1 diabetes mellitus (R-value= -0.410, P-value=0.024) and positive insignificant correlation
between glucose and total CK in type2 diabetes mellitus (R-value=0.091, P-value=0.633). Conclusion: The activity of
total CK among diabetic patient with type1 and type2 diabetes mellitus was higher when compare to control group, there
was also significant correlation between glucose and activity of total CK in type1 diabetes mellitus.
CASE REPORT | June 30, 2019
Case Report of Self-Injurious Behaviour in an Intellectually Disable Female with Comorbid Seizure Disorder and Psychotic Behavior
Dr. Prosenjit Ghosh, Dr. Monu Doley
Page no 263-265 |
10.21276/sjbr.2019.4.6.3
Self-injurious behavior (SIB) is a broad term, describing behaviour that causes harm to one-self. SIB are more prevalent
among individual with intellectual disability. This individual are greater risk for developing both physical and mental
health conditions including seizure, anxiety, mood disorder and psychosis etc. Management of people with self-inflicted
injury, having Intellectual disability (ID) along with seizure disorder and psychosis is challenging. The purpose of this
case report is to review clinical findings in a patient who presented with severe pain abdomen, vomiting, fever, difficulty
in micturition and burning micturition. A case report of an 14year old girl of ID (IQ=53%) with seizure disorder and
psychosis having self-insertion of bizarre objects through normal bodily orifices is presented. The physical examination
findings- febrile, pallor positive and tenderness in left illac fossa. MSE findings- she was uncooperative to examination
and exhibited oppositional behavior, disinhibited behaviour.she also display inappropriate smile towards nearby peoples
and shows aggression, hostility towards her mother. No hallucinatory behaviour was observed. Radiological findings
reveals-radiograph of pelvis AP view shows- linear opacity of metallic density, lying obliquely in lateral aspect of
sacrum. USG whole abdomen reveals, foreign body in left illac regions with surrounding inflammation, sigmoid colon
oedematous, along with enlarged lymph nodes. Diagnosis of SIB and MR with behavioural abnormalities and seizure
disorder was made (ICD-10, F70.1 + G40). OT procedure is carried out to remove foreign body from body.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 30, 2019
Study of the Durability of Pouzzolanic Concrete in the Aggressive Environments
Khelifa Aissa, Djelita Belkheir, Dif Foudil
Page no 253-258 |
10.21276/sjeat.2019.4.6.3
The durability of concrete constructions in aggressive media has been studied. We prepared samples of ordinary concrete
with different natural pozzolana content of beni-saf as a substitute for cement. The main objective of this experimental
work is to study the valorization of the natural pozzolana of beni-saf on the mechanical properties (compressive strength)
and the durability of concrete (corrosion) in the aggressive environment. Through experimental results obtained, we
conclude that beni-saf's natural pozzolana has a positive effect on mechanical properties and the effect is somewhat
acceptable for concrete durability especially in the long run.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 30, 2019
The Role of Boarding School in Building-Young Generation Character
Ucik Nurul Hidayati
Page no 426-432 |
10.21276/sjhss.2019.4.6.5
The perspective of this research is descriptive-qualitative with phenomenology design. Data were collected through
interviews, observation and documentation. While the data analysis using grounded theory developed through several
procedures, namely: Open coding, Axial coding, and Selective coding. The results of this research are: The role of
Boarding School Amanatul Ummah in building the character of the young generation who study in the institution are as
follows: Contributing to improve the character and attitude of the young generation by instilling religious values,
responsibility value, and self-reliance value in accordance with the vision, mission, and objectives that have been set;
Build, guide, and instill the values of character in the younger generation so that they are able to live the practice
according to the teachings of religion; Build, guide, and instill the values of character in the younger generation so that
they are able to be disciplined and responsible; Building, guiding, and instilling character values in the younger
generation so that they are sensitive to the needs of society; And Build, guide, and inculcate the values of character in the
young generation to contribute to the economic empowerment of the community. For students who perform will get
reward breaking will be punishment, and Factors underlying Boarding School Amanatul Ummah in building character of
young generation is to save mental frustration of young generation from bad influence of environment. Where the bad
influence of the environment has attacked the younger generation from all directions
REVIEW ARTICLE | June 30, 2019
Energy Diplomacy in International Politics: A Focus on Iran and China
Nse Etim Akpan, Olisah Christopher Ikem, Nebeife Chigozie Joseph
Page no 433-440 |
10.21276/sjhss.2019.4.6.6
It is stating the obvious that China is having what it deems as a „peaceful rise‟ in the global arena. Many scholars believe
that the most important dimension of China's Rise in recent years is in its economic front, and that China's foreign policy
trend indicates some economic programs encouraging the country to enter the Middle East. During the recent decade,
energy security has been significantly important for China and has become her main priority concerning the Middle East
and Iran is one of its leading allies in this regard. This paper examines the role of energy in Iran-China relations. Its main
argument is that energy and its secure supply is a determining factor in China's policy for developing relations with Iran.
Qualitatively driven and relying on the secondary sources of data, the paper uncovers that because of a lack of internal oil
resources, China has adopted a policy of getting energy supply from external resources and for such supplies, Chinese
leaders have always had an eye on Iran. It equally discovered that following the sanctions imposed on Iran, China could
particularly pay for energy imports from Iran through barter, hence expanding its exports to Iran. The paper concludes
that energy security is significant in relations between countries and that it remains at the center of Iran-China ties
sanctions notwithstanding.
CASE REPORT | June 30, 2019
Knee Osteoarthritis Management through Ayurveda: A Case Report
Dr. Madhavi Seetha, Dr. Jinesh Jain
Page no 59-62 |
10.21276/sijtcm.2019.2.4.3
Knee osteoarthritis is the most frequent type of arthritis and is a main reason of disability. Its occurrence in India is 22%
to 39%. In Contemporary medicine, OA is usually treated with Acetaminophen, aspirin and non-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) as pain relief medicines. Extreme exploit of NSAIDs can escort to gastric complications.
Total knee Arthroplasty (TKA) is extensively employed in the management for end-stage osteoarthritis but Pneumonia is
one of the most frequent complications after knee Arthroplasty. It is the main reason of readmission and death subsequent
to surgery. In Ayurveda, Osteoarthritis can be linked with sandhigata vata because of its similarity in clinical features.
This is a case of knee Osteoarthritis who was suggested Arthroplasty. She was effectively treated with internal
medication & some external therapy. Osteoarthritis is usually managed by Ayurveda practitioners but from this case
study, it can be concluded that severe osteoarthritis may be managed by Ayurvedic intercession.
REVIEW ARTICLE | June 30, 2019
Comparative Analysis of Thematic Progression Patterns in Narration and Exposition
Hongping Chen, Yameng Zheng
Page no 79-84 |
10.21276/sijll.2019.2.4.2
It is assumed that thematic progression (TP) patterns are correlated with genres including narration, exposition,
description and argumentation. In order to figure out the distributions of TP patterns in narration and exposition, the
present study conducts a comparative study. It adopts four TP patterns: continuous pattern, TP with continuous Theme,
TP with continuous Rheme and alternative pattern. Two texts are chosen randomly from New Horizon English Course
(Reading and Writing) [1], a textbook for non-English majors in China, as representatives of narrative and expository
writings. This paper can be divided into five parts. First, this paper presents the background of this study. Then it
introduces the theoretical framework involving thematic structure and different thematic progression patterns. As the
main body, the third part focuses on the quantitative comparative analysis of distributions of TP patterns in the two
genres. The fourth part is results and discussion and the final part is conclusion. The result shows that though both genres
incline to utilize TP with continuous Theme and continuous pattern, narration prefers TP with continuous Rheme while
exposition tends to utilize more alternative pattern. This paper testifies the statement that there exist differences between
distributions of TP pattern in narrative and expository writing. It also attempts to provide enlightenments for guiding the
teachers to help improve students’ reading and writing abilities.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 30, 2019
Speech Act Theory and Its Application in the Titles of Articles in WeChat
Hongping Chen, Shasha Zhang
Page no 75-78 |
10.21276/sijll.2019.2.4.1
Language is an important semiotic system. The nature of interaction is the communication and exchanges of information.
Speech act refers to the fact that people use language to do something. Speech act theory originated with the British
philosopher John Austin. Researches on speech act start with the study on the functions of language in daily life. Until
now so many scholars conduct researches on the daily language based on speech act theory. With the development of
mass media, people tend to use Internet more and more frequently. As a result, the Internet becomes an important part in
people’s daily life. People use the Internet to learn, to socialize and to have fun. Media discourse is a complex system
which consists of diverse categories. Nowadays, WeChat as a kind of mass media is popular. This article will conduct a
research on the titles of articles in WeChat based on the speech act theory. Meanwhile, some feasible suggestions on how
to write a good title are put forward.
REVIEW ARTICLE | June 30, 2019
A Juridical Review of the Truth of Criminal Stelsel that has not been oriented on the Basis of Balance in the Penal Code
Hardi Widioso, Mahmutarom HR, Anis Mashdurohatun
Page no 441-445 |
10.21276/sjhss.2019.4.6.7
One of the goals of legal development is to provide fair legal certainty and balance reflected in the outcome of the Judge's
decision which constitutes a series of proceedings from investigation to socialization. But until now the point is not yet
reached. Therefore, in order to understand the context, in this paper, it is conducted by using a socio-legal approach with
an empirical juridical approach. In the concept of a lawful state, the principle of equality before of Law which means the
equality of position within the law becomes absolute. Internationally the equality of position in law is also governed by
international treaties. The equality of position in law should be adopted by all UN members and it must also be balanced
between perpetrators, victims and communities. Therefore, the rights of the victims must also be considered and given.
That is why the goal of justice is based on the principle of balance that is a national goal in addition to social defence, and
social welfare. In the positive law in Indonesia, the rules of protection of the victims have been set, but that is still
specific to each rule. Thus, it still requires a further process, not, or yet to be decided in a judicial process. Islam has also
arranged how to provide guarantees to victims. However, of course, it must fulfil the requirements in accordance with the
provisions in the Qur'an, and the Prophet Muhammad's Hadith. Therefore, it is necessary to have legal constructs in
judicial process fairly; following the development of science; until it can understand the method of interpretation; see the
specifics of things; the judge must be active by evaluating the social and cultural condition of the perpetrator and the
victim with a balanced explanation or balanced treatment between the perpetrator and the victim. For that, it is necessary
to reconstruct the law to obtain a clear criminal stelsel rule that can be used as a benchmark for criminal and criminal
proceedings. Thus, what is expected can be fulfilled by the criminal process and righteous judgment with orientation on
the basis of the balance.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 30, 2019
Antibacterial Property of Biodentine and Mineral Trioxide Aggregate Cement Against Streptococcus and Enterococcus
Nishu Vakil, Balbir Kaur, Virender K Chhoker, Abhishek Singh, Venkatesan M
Page no 388-391 |
10.21276/sjodr.2019.4.6.16
Background: Removal of endodontic infection is quite different from most other sites in the human body. Aim: To
investigate the antibacterial property of biodentine and mineral trioxide aggregate cement against Streptococcus and
Enterococcus. Methods: Antibacterial activity of Biodentine and mineral trioxide aggregate was evaluated by the agar
diffusion method against E. faecalis and S. mutans among sixty patients. The experimental materials included 50 mg
Biodentine and 50 mg mineral trioxide aggregate. The diameter of microbial inhibition zones around each well was
measured to the closest size in mm with a digital caliper. Results: Biodentine produced 3.02±0.27 mm inhibition zone
against Streptococcus mutans and Enterococcus faecalis within 24 hours. This difference between the S. mutans and E.
faecalis was not statistically significant. Sililarly Mineral trioxide aggregate produced 2.01±0.22 mm inhibition zone
against Streptococcus mutans and Enterococcus faecalis within 24 hours. Conclusion: Biodentine showed us
encouraging results against Streptococcus and Enterococcus compared to mineral trioxide aggregate by creating higher
inhibition zones.