Advances

Volume 6, Issue 2, June 2025

  • Research Article

    The Impact of Corona Virus (COVID-19) on Food Security and Associated Factors Among Households in Yeki District, Sheka Zone, Southwest Ethiopia

    Yibeltal Meslie Alemayehu*, Muluye Asnakew Alemneh, Daniel Melese Yemane

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, June 2025
    Pages: 18-34
    Received: 22 March 2025
    Accepted: 23 April 2025
    Published: 3 June 2025
    DOI: 10.11648/j.advances.20250602.11
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    Abstract: Background: Pandemic crisis could quickly put a strain on the food supply chains. Food insecurity means not always having reliable access to enough safe, nutritious food the kind that fits people’s dietary needs and personal preferences to live a healthy, active life. Therefore, this study was carried out in the Yeki District to investigate the imp... Show More
  • Research Article

    Effect of Stripe Rust (Puccinia Striiformis F. p. ritici), Variety and Fungicide Application Time on Yield and Yield Components of Bread Wheat

    Mintiwab Enyew*

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, June 2025
    Pages: 35-48
    Received: 29 April 2025
    Accepted: 19 May 2025
    Published: 23 June 2025
    DOI: 10.11648/j.advances.20250602.12
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    Abstract: The study was conducted to evaluate effects of bread wheat variety and fungicide application time on stripe rust epidemics under natural field conditions at Banja and Aneded in the main cropping season of 2019/2020 year. Four different fungicide application time (7, 14, 21, 28), including fungicide unsprayed combined with three wheat varieties (Wan... Show More
  • Research Article

    Organizational Culture as a Predictor of Job Satisfaction: The Case of Public Hospitals Governed Under Addis Ababa City Administration Health Bureau

    Duresa Endalew*, Dayal Bhagwat

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, June 2025
    Pages: 49-56
    Received: 12 May 2025
    Accepted: 29 May 2025
    Published: 23 June 2025
    DOI: 10.11648/j.advances.20250602.13
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    Abstract: Back ground: This study investigates the influence of organizational culture on employee job satisfaction within public hospitals administered by the Addis Ababa City Administration Health Bureau (AACAHB) in Ethiopia. The research is conducted by Employing a cross-sectional, quantitative research design, data were collected through structured quest... Show More
  • Research Article

    Efficacy of Different Insecticides for the Control of Rice Stalk-eyed Shoot Fly (Diopsis longicornis) Under Field Condition at Pawe, Northwestern Ethiopia

    Wasihun Yaregal*, Tesfaye Gudisa, Mintwab Enyew

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, June 2025
    Pages: 57-63
    Received: 4 May 2025
    Accepted: 23 May 2025
    Published: 23 June 2025
    DOI: 10.11648/j.advances.20250602.14
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    Abstract: Several insects feed on rice, but stalk-eyed shoot fly is considered the most important rice pests. Among the insect management options, the use of insecticides is suitable for immediate action and remained an exclusive management method in the countries where agricultural technologies are not well advanced. The present study aimed to evaluate the ... Show More
  • Review Article

    A Review on the Classification, Characterisation, Synthesis of Nanoparticles and Their Application

    Sishu Hailemariam Tadesse, Tsiye Tekleyohanis Hailemariam*

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, June 2025
    Pages: 63-72
    Received: 8 May 2025
    Accepted: 28 May 2025
    Published: 23 June 2025
    DOI: 10.11648/j.advances.20250602.15
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    Abstract: Nanoparticles (NPs) have become a central focus in scientific and technological research due to their exceptional physical, chemical, and biological properties. With sizes ranging typically from 1 to 100 nanometers, these particles possess a high surface area-to-volume ratio, quantum confinement effects, and tunable surface functionalities, enablin... Show More
  • Research Article

    Enhancing SPSS Proficiency and Operational Competencies Among 4th Year Statistics Students at Wolkite University: An Action Research Study

    Debebe Landina Lata*, Bontu Habtamu, Netsanet Mamo, Rahel Kedir, Misgana Tekle, Yitages Negede

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, June 2025
    Pages: 73-80
    Received: 7 May 2025
    Accepted: 26 May 2025
    Published: 23 June 2025
    DOI: 10.11648/j.advances.20250602.16
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    Abstract: Statistics is essential in daily life, making it crucial for educators and learners to master its use and interpretation. Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) statistical software helps avoid mathematical errors and ensures accurate results for researchers, students, and educators. Statistical analysis is crucial for drawing meaningfu... Show More