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Water scarcity and land degradation are serious challenges in the Sahara Region, requiring innovative solutions for sustainable and efficient water use. This research was conducted with the objectiveto achieve a 30% reduction in irrigation water usage for lawn trees and bushes by integrating advanced irrigation management tools. In this study, smart irrigation tackles that encompass the Internet of Things (IoT), water stabilizer formulations, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for precision monitoring and control of irrigation processes were used.

The objective of this study is to analyze the advent of the extension of the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU), pooling the monetary and economic policies for the eight member countries towards an employment union. For this, a convergence of the employment dynamics of the member countries is necessary. The study implements Okun's law, which establishes an inverse relationship between growth and unemployment, to determine the Okun coefficients of the member countries and analyze their proximity.

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a systemic autoimmune disease characterized by chronic inflammation, joint destruction, and extra-articular manifestations, often necessitating surgical intervention for pain relief, correction of deformities, and restoration of function. This condition is further complicated by significant comorbidities, including cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and interstitial lung disease, which collectively elevate perioperative risks.

A ocorrência de chuvas impacta as atividades de engenharia, como terraplanagem e construção de estradas ou obras hidráulicas. A determinação dos dias parados é importante para a elaboração do cronograma de execução e também na estimativa dos custos e orçamentação da obra. O presente estudo teve como objetivo aplicar e avaliar os resultados obtidos por diferentes metodologias para a estimativa dos dias parados. Foi utilizada a série histórica de precipitação do período de 1977 a 2022, da estação pluviométrica de Araquari (SC).

This paper examines political patronage in Mongolia. It argues that political patronage reaches the public sector. Weak control and accountability mechanisms in the civil service result in increased corruption, which impedes the country's development. One key feature of a democratic political system is public oversight. Exercising power without public oversight can lead to negative consequences.

Social media has revolutionized communication, offering users unprecedented connectivity and access to information. While these platforms provide numerous benefits, they also pose risks to mental health. This paper explores the multifaceted impacts of social media on mental health, examining both positive and negative dimensions. The study investigates key factors such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and addiction, while also analyzing potential mitigative strategies.

This study presents a comparative analysis of the Salamanca Declaration (1994) and the Jomtien Declaration (1990), focusing on their respective influences on national education policies in five countries: In as much as the two indicators are concerned, the country that scored high was the European country, Canada and was followed by Spain, India, South Africa and Brazil. Policies towards the education of the disabled children have been advanced in the developed world also due to the Salamanca Declaration.

This systematic review explores the role of first aid and emergency response in improving survival rates and recovery outcomes. By analyzing studies from diverse settings, it highlights the significance of timely first aid interventions in reducing fatalities and long-term complications. The findings demonstrate that first aid, when administered promptly, significantly enhances patient outcomes in various emergency situations, including cardiac arrest, trauma, and burns.

Objective: This literature review examines the role of health cards in enhancing emergency medical response, focusing on their impact on respiratory care, nursing interventions, and pharmacist support in public spaces. Health cards provide quick access to essential medical information, enabling healthcare providers to deliver timely and accurate care during emergencies. Methods: A systematic review of recent literature (2016 onward) was conducted, analyzing studies that explored the utility of health cards in improving patient outcomes during emergencies.

A presente revisão integrativa buscou responder à questão: Como a prática de diferentes atividades físicas e programas de exercícios físicos influencia no desenvolvimento das habilidades cognitivo físico-motoras em crianças de 6 a 10 anos com Transtorno do Espectro do Autismo (TEA)? A busca foi realizada nas plataformas PubMed e Scielo, resultou em 194 artigos, 2 estavam duplicados e foram eliminados e 192 artigos foram pesquisados, dos quais 11 foram selecionados para análise, totalizando uma amostra de 417 crianças diagnosticadas com e sem TEA.