EMBEDDED REMOTE GROUP ENVIRONMENT THROUGH MODIFICATION IN MACBETH – AN APPLICATION OF CONTRACTOR’S SELECTION IN CONSTRUCTION

A group decision environment has profound roots in MACBETH (Measuring Attractiveness by a Categorical Based Evaluation Technique) analysis which indeed has plentiful advantages; however, many researchers envisage the embedded group decision system as an impediment in actual implementation. The accessibility of explicit interaction of decision makers at a single platform in the form of embedded group decision environment is a great impediment to the researchers. Accordingly, this research aims to tailor a novel alternative system of dealing with the embedded group decision under a remote group decision environment via integrating MACBETH and Exploratory Factor Analysis. The study finds that an embedded remote group decision making system could serve as an alternative system of group decision making which has plentiful perks in group decision applications. This system could help researchers to carry out research without confusing in embedded group decision environment but including all decision-makers in the model. The implication of proposed system is not only limited to MACBETH; however, due to system’s versatility, a similar approach could be fruitful for other group-related environments involving collective decisions.

Assess the Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Alternative System of Medicine among the Adults in Rural Community Area

Introduction: The folk medicine which is available such as herb, flora, found and minerals. The people taking some treatment for improving health and treat the person which lies in ancient times. Some of the people of the alternative system such as homeopathy, Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, naturopathy and yoga. The alternative system of medicine is widespread. This leads to improving knowledge regarding the alternative system of medicine in the rural community area. Background: The present study has been designed to capture the knowledge and attitude towards the Alternative health care system of medicine in its user and non-users to compare the differences in its source of knowledge among the rural community people. Knowledge regarding the alternative therapies that are living in the rural community area. The person has some knowledge regarding alternative health such as naturopathy, homeopathy, yoga, Unani and Siddha. The people will have known about alternative therapies. Objective: To assess the knowledge of adults in rural community areas regarding the alternative system of medicine. To assess the attitude towards an alternative system of medicine among rural community areas. Methods: The sample size is 100 among the adults in the rural community area. Results: In the present study 98% of the adults were having a positive attitude and only 2% of them had a negative attitude. Association of knowledge score and attitude score with the selected demographic variables there is a significant in the gender and not significantly associated with education, occupation, caste regarding the alternative system of medicine and significant association between attitude score the gender and not significantly associate with education, occupation, caste regarding the alternative system of medicine. Conclusion: This study revealed that in wardha city, there is relatively high public interest in complementary and alternative medicine and a significant number has a produce good awareness attitude toward complementary and alternative medicine.

Industrial solar collector vs alternative solar collector: Environmental impact comparison by LCA perspective / Colector solar industrial versus colector solar alternativo: Comparação do impacto ambiental por perspectiva LCA

Adequacy to sustainable development standards requires the use of methods and tools that enable the quantification and monitoring of environmental impacts related to production processes. As a subsidy to the potential reduction of impacts by solar collectors, this paper proposes an environmental evaluation, considering an alternative solar collector scenario to be compared with a commercial one, from the life cycle perspective. Using the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) tool, the scenarios were evaluated using the SimaPro 8.5 software. The functional unit definition was defined with real system verification through the system preparation and operation in the laboratory, which is characterized as heating 26 L of water utilizing a thermosyphon system at a temperature greater than or equal to 38 ºC. Analyzing the LCA results, it was observed that the alternative system use offers environmental impacts reduction in all impact categories selected when compared to the commercial system. In addition, a sensitivity analysis was proposed considering a variation in polyester resin mass used in the alternative system. The simulation of changes in the resin resulted in even more decreases in the environmental impacts. Regarding thermal efficiency, the industrial system excelled in terms of absorption capacity and thermal reserve. Thus, the present paper using the analyzes proposed within the defined scope, allowed the comparison between the systems in such a way that it was possible to know whether the use of the alternative solar collector results in environmental advantages without losing thermal efficiency.

What constitutes a majority in Curaçao Government? An analysis of the results of Curaçao’s March 2021 elections

The objective of this case study is to examine the current electoral system of Curaçao to ascertain whether it provides adequate representation of its constituents. The current system is imbalanced because it favors the larger political parties disproportionally, which leads to a distortion of the will of the voter. The results from the most recent election held in March 2021 were compiled and examined. An alternative system was considered to gain insight into the detrimental effects of the current system. An evaluation of the current system employed to allocate seats after the election were found to be inequitable, suggesting that measures should be taken to enhance the legitimacy of the system by better reflecting the will of the voters. Given that it has been decades since the system was examined, this research provides an updated foundation for considering alternative allocation procedures that would be more consistent with a healthy representative democracy.

Homeopathy in Epidemics: From Cholera to 1918 Spanish Flu (Part 2)

The 19th century saw an explosion of serious epidemic diseases, such as smallpox and scarlet fever, which led to the development of an alternative system of medicine called homeopathy. Under this system, S. Hahnemann developed a rigorous methodology based on repeated observations on the field, leading to successful results. The aim of this work is to depict the birth and evolution of his thought. The correct understanding and application of this methodology became the reference model for subsequent generations of homeopaths, who successfully treated some epidemics, such as cholera and Spanish flu. Although these results were well-documented , they were not recognized by the academic community; however, they gave a great impulse to the worldwide spread of homeopathy.

Isomerization of Methyl-Eugenol catalyzed by [RuCl2(PPh3)3] In CO2 Atmosphere At Different Temperatures

Dichlorotristriphenylphosphinerruthenium(II) complex was used as initiator in isomerization reactions of methyl-eugenol to iso-methyl-eugenol, under controlled atmosphere. The reactions were performed for 24 h in CO2 atmosphere as an oxygen-free atmosphere alternative system, at temperatures of 25, 50 and 75 °C, with a catalyst/substrate ratio of 1: 100 mol. At the end of each experiment, an aliquot of the reaction mixture was removed and analyzed by GC-MS. Approximately 85 % conversion and 75 % selectivity were observed when the experiments were carried out at 50 °C.

Simulating lesion-dependent functional recovery mechanisms

Functional recovery after brain damage varies widely and depends on many factors, including lesion site and extent. When a neuronal system is damaged, recovery may occur by engaging residual (e.g., perilesional) components. When damage is extensive, recovery depends on the availability of other intact neural structures that can reproduce the same functional output (i.e., degeneracy). A system’s response to damage may occur rapidly, require learning or both. Here, we simulate functional recovery from four different types of lesions, using a generative model of word repetition that comprised a default premorbid system and a less used alternative system. The synthetic lesions (i) completely disengaged the premorbid system, leaving the alternative system intact, (ii) partially damaged both premorbid and alternative systems, and (iii) limited the experience-dependent plasticity of both. The results, across 1000 trials, demonstrate that (i) a complete disconnection of the premorbid system naturally invoked the engagement of the other, (ii) incomplete damage to both systems had a much more devastating long-term effect on model performance and (iii) the effect of reducing learning capacity within each system. These findings contribute to formal frameworks for interpreting the effect of different types of lesions.

SCOPE OF AYURVEDA IN MODERN ERA: NEW HORIZONS

Health is elemental for good quality of life and a good healthcare system is a cornerstone of sustainable society. World health statistics 2019 summarises that, the global health status have been improved over the decades. Even though there are phenomenal achievements in global life expectancy and infectious disease management , the new outbreaks of communicable diseases and the additional burden of Non-communicable diseases stands as a flaw in the modern medical system that emerged in 18th century. It is at this point, there exists the need of bringing alternative system of medicine to the main stream for better disease prevention and management. In such a scenario- Ayurveda (the science of life) – the science coming under the umbrella of alternative system of medicine as well as the one focussing on mind ,health and spirituality becomes imperative. The current inclination for healthy diets, immunity enhancement ,rejuvenation and lifestyle management, calls for retroactive and proactive attempts to bring Ayurveda in the mainstream of health care. . In a modern era where the whole world is inclining for Ayurveda, India -the land rich for its traditions and heritage should step forward with its own indigenous system of medicine.

Essence of Bach Flower Remedies

Flower therapy is a gift of nature to the mankind. Flowers have the power to heal the body at physical, mental and spiritual level. Humans of all ages are drawn to flowers like a moth to a flame. These flowers in vibrant colors touch our spirits. They add colors to the life, bringing abundant joy and happiness. Flowers carry specific healing energy information which when given for a particular ailment will align the vibrations within the organism bringing balance in an individual and harmony of mind, body and spirit. With each dose taken the energy signature of the flower will assist in healing the body. This new method of therapy was discovered by Edward Bach, a doctor who discovered that flowers and plants have the power to soothe and stir the soul. It was a completely different healing method which he decided to name it as Bach Flower Therapy. And so, it became a complementary and alternative system of healing the sick individual. Flower therapy is the administration of essence that is obtained from flower by boiling or by exposing them to the sunshine. These are then administered orally to calm or enhance the particular emotional state. It is simple, safe, easily administered, without any side effects, and given in a standard dose.