Abstract This paper aims to analyze the institutions involved in the conservation management of Litsea leytensis Merr., with the trade name Medang, a wood species preferred by carvers in the Philippines, particularly in Paete, Laguna.The art of wood carving is thriving as a culture and as a wood-based industry for Filipinos, intertwined with natura
BackgroundComputed tomography (CT) Hounsfield Units (HU) offer valuable insights into the changes in bone and soft tissue densities, playing a crucial role in the diagnosis and management of various proximal femur conditions.This systematic review aims to consolidate the application of HU in assessing tissue quality in the proximal femur, with a sp
This paper presents ocean wave energy control using the Aquila optimization (AO) technique.An oscillating water column (OWC)-type wave energy converter has been considered that is fitted with a Wells turbine and doubly spindle fed induction generator (DFIG).To achieve maximum power point tracking (MPPT), the rotor speed of the DFIG must be controll
BackgroundParamedics are routinely exposed to shift work.Existing research shows that shift work exposure is associated with adverse mental and physical health outcomes.However, the current understanding of the impact of commencing shift work in a paramedic role on health is limited.This can be addressed by recruiting new paramedics before they com
This study investigates the volatility spillover effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on investor sentiment for the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE).The Contraceptives study analyses how new cases and deaths affected the sentiment of participants in the stock market during the pandemic.It uses the South African Volatility Index (SAVI) as the main measu