bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Sistem Penentuan Penambahan Koleksi Buku di Perpustakaan Menggunakan Metode K-Means Clustering
Authors: Asminah Asminah
Published: May 2023

In the library of the Pagar Alam Institute of Technology, the process of determining the addition of a book collection is still done manually, namely by taking notes to find out what book data are often borrowed by students, so it takes a long time to find the data archive of book borrowers, to determine the addition of books can be done. seen from the data archive of student book borrowing, because book lending is still done by recording so it is still difficult for officers to find out what books are often borrowed by students. The purpose of this study is to build a system for determining the addition of books in the library of the Pagar Alam Institute of Technology with the K-Means Clustering method which produces 3 clusters, namely cluster 0 which means high, cluster 1 which means medium and cluster 2 which means low. From this study, information was obtained that there were 563 data in cluster 0 with high information, 357 data in cluster 1 with moderate information, and in cluster 2, 290 data with low information with centeroid values ​​for the number of books, namely 1.396, 1.401 and 1.421, centeroid values ​​in information 1,620, 1,627 and 1,621 and the centeroid value on the number of borrowers is 6,362, 10,429 and 2,617. The test method uses Black Box Testing in the form of alpha testing which is tested by experts in the field while database testing obtains an average value of 4, interface testing 4.07, functionality testing 3.93 and algorithm testing with an average of 4 so as to obtain an average a total of 4 and get 80% eligibility results. The results obtained from the research are the System for Determining the Addition of Book Collections in the Library of the Pagar Alam Institute of Technology using the K-Means Clustering Method.
Perancangan Aplikasi Task Management Untuk Asisten Laboratorium Dengan Metode PIECES Berbasis Android
Authors: Aldisa Rima Tamara , Rifqi Muhammad Naufal
Published: May 2023

This study aims to build a task management application aimed at laboratory assistants to plan and develop a job in one period. With this android-based application, it is easier for laboratory assistants to be able to find out more about how satisfied and comfortable the assistant is in using the application. This system is made using the Pieces method, with measurements of 6 aspects or variables, namely from the aspects of Performance, Information, Economics, Control, Effeciency, Service. The results of the analysis of the Pieces method show that the measurement of the satisfaction level of the system is laboratory assistant. With a method that produces an average value of 3.518 and is included in the satisfactory category, it can be said that the use of this application helps the laboratory during a period of being satisfied with the android-based application.
Penerapan Metode MABAC dalam Sistem Pendukung Keputusan Rekomendasi Aplikasi Pemesanan Hotel Terbaik
Authors: Aldisa Rima Tamara
Published: May 2023

People's needs for ordering applications are very popular in today's digital age because they can make it easier for people. One of the booking applications is a hotel booking application which aims to prevent people from having to queue to make hotel reservations and can see many hotel choices and other holiday needs in one application. Many hotel booking applications are available on the Playstore and Appstore, making people hesitant to determine the right application for making hotel reservations. The Decision Support System is applied in this study as a system for recommending the best hotel booking application. In determining the best hotel booking application recommendation, it must meet criteria such as Application Features, Payment Options, Application Ratings, Number of Users and Storage Capacity. Therefore, a Decision Support System (DSS) is needed in solving existing problems by applying the MABAC (Multi-Attributive Border Approximation area Comparison) method which can generate preference values ​​from the first ranked alternative. So that the recommendation for the best hotel booking application lies in the alternative H8 on behalf of Traveloka with a value of 0.51283.
Penerapan Algoritma Naïve Bayes Dalam Memprediksi Pengusulan Penghapusan Peralatan dan Mesin Kantor
Authors: Monowati Isfida Tyas , Setyadi Resad
Published: May 2023

Badan Keuangan dan Aset Daerah (BKAD) of Banyumas Regency is the implementing element of the regional government in the areas of regional taxes, financial management and assets led by a Head of Agency who is located under and is responsible to the Mayor through the Regional Secretary.  Badan Keuangan dan Aset Daerah (BKAD) of Banyumas Regency. has various types of Kartu Inventaris Barang (KIB) which are still not well managed, namely office equipment and machines, so a decision support system is needed to predict the removal of office equipment and machines. The use of data mining is done to help find out what equipment and machines are still suitable for use or not suitable for use every year in an institution. Data collection that is not careful in managing data can cause the allocation of funds not to be focused on replacing goods that are no longer feasible. Searching for information on datasets can be done with one of the Data Mining methods, namely the Naïve Bayes Algorithm using RapidMiner tools. The data set consists of 24 records with 3 attributes, namely the year of purchase or procurement, materials and conditions. The dataset is processed using the Naive Bayes algorithm and tested using a confusion matrix. An accuracy value of 100% is obtained which is categorized as a good classification.
Analisis Kepuasan Terhadap Kualitas Pelayanan Bimbingan Belajar Pada Kursuspintar Menggunakan Metode Servqual
Authors: Habib Esa Listian , Zuraidah Eva
Published: May 2023

In providing the best service to students, there are several CoursePintar supervisors who have competencies according to their fields of expertise, this aims to create a good quality of service because good service quality will produce student satisfaction feedback. However, KursusPintar does not yet have a measurable evaluation in providing teaching and learning services, to find out the quality of tutoring services at KursusPintar, researchers evaluate the quality of services, teachers, facilities, tutoring places and information on course fees on the web is not displayed on KursusPintar, which must be inquired through the Whatsapp admin contact. Measurements were carried out using the Servqual method which then obtained 98 respondents resulting from the slovin method. Then a validity test was carried out with a Pearson N-2 correlation at a significance of 0.05 obtained r table 0.202. Then test the reability with Cronbach's Alpha with a value of 0.7. Measurement with servqual with 5 dimensions of service quality, namely tangible, reliability, responsiveness, assurance and empathy, which is then displaced based on Importance Performance Analisys (IPA) with the best gap value results that need to be maintained, namely Tangible (Physical Evidence) with a gap value of -0.078 where KursusPintar understands the facilities needed by KursusPintar service users and the highest priority gap that needs to be improved is Assurance  (Guarantee) with a gap value of -0.374 where users of KursusPintar services still feel that learning activities at KursusPintar are still not conducive so that learning materials cannot be received properly
Analisis Perancangan Webtoon Sebagai Media Promosi Kuliner Seafood Khas Batam Menggunakan Metode Design Thinking
Authors: Fernando Harley , Deli Deli
Published: May 2023

Webtoon is a complex system designed or created through media in the form of comics and digitally which is read using the scrolling method by readers. The study was conducted by developing a webtoon to introduce Batam's unique seafood cuisine to Indonesian webtoon readers, especially in the city of Batam with the primary age range of 17-24 years. The data analysis method used is the 5W1H qualitative method and the design method used is Design Thinking which has 5 stages in the form of empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test. The results of the webtoon design were then analyzed using a qualitative approach, namely by distributing questionnaires and taking samples using purposive sampling techniques. The results of the study on the webtoon design got a positive response from the respondents and can be categorized as good and interesting even though there are still some deficiencies in it. The webtoon designs are published on LINE Webtoon with one episode in total.
Penerapan Augmented Reality dengan Markerless Pada Aplikasi Pengenalan Jenis Hewan Herbivora, Karnivora, dan Omnivora
Authors: Suharni Suharni , Susilowati Eel , Harlina Masimbangan S , Hanif Muhammad
Published: May 2023

An introduction to the types of herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores needs to be given to children aged 4 to 6 years, and elementary school students. Submission of material using books is not enough to stimulate the mind, feelings and attention, hence the children feel bored. Several studies that have implemented   still have limitations, such as there are no animation features, sound and screenshot share. The purpose of the application of Augmented Reality (AR) with the markerless method in the application of the introduction of herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores is to be able to display the object in three dimensions accompanied by animation features, sound and share information about the animal to social media. This goal is expected to increase children's desire to know more about various types of animals, and applications made can be fun learning media. The method used in this research is waterfall, and the application software is Unity. Application testing is using the blackbox technique to test the functions of the buttons and features displayed in the application. The results of the application trials show that all the button functions that are tried to be pressed will display the scene as expected and the results are 100% valid. From the results of the application trials, it shows that the application has been successfully created in accordance with the desired goal, which can be used as a learning medium for children.
Implementasi Metode Weighted Product dan SMART Dalam Menentukan Lokasi Usaha Strategis Bagi Pelaku UMKM
Authors: Triayudi Agung , Faizal Muhammad , Aldisa Rima Tamara
Published: May 2023

In the business world, choosing the right business location is one of the main things that must be considered, the problem that occurs is choosing a business location that is not right for the business actors themselves. Therefore, an application is needed that helps business actors to determine the location. strategic for the business they are involved in. In this research, a decision support system application was made to make it easier for business actors to determine the location according to the criteria. Decision support applications are considered effective enough to create a ranking in determining strategic locations for business actors. The Weighted Product and SMART methods using 7 alternative data shows that the two methods produce data that is accurate and suitable when applied as a ranking for selecting business locations. The 2 methods have an elective execution score and the results of the weight values applied to each technique.
Sistem Informasi Manajemen Apotek Menggunakan Metode Extreme Programming
Authors: Saraswati Putri , Amin Zaid
Published: May 2023

Prima Angel's Pharmacy is engaged in the health sector and is located on Jl. Ki Merogan No. 117, Kertapati Palembang. Prima Angel's Pharmacy is a pharmacy that buys and sells medicines needed by the community. The current system at Prima Angel's pharmacy is still using the conventional system which is manually doing the record of purchase and sale transactions into a ledger, thus making the data processing, data search, and report generation become inefficient. The purpose of this research is to facilitate data processing and data storage, so that the data can be neatly arranged and easily processed into the required information. This Prima Angel's Pharmacy management information system was built with a combination of research methods between qualitative methods in terms of system development using Extreme Programming and quantitative methods using descriptive statistical data analysis. The results of the development of the Prima Angel's Pharmacy management information system can run as expected, namely processing data, searching data, and making reports effectively and efficiently.
An Investigation into Strategic Planning and Performance Improvement of National Social Security Fund Ilala Branch
Authors:   Master Student: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Zanzibar University, P.O. Box 2440 Tunguu, Zanzibar, Godfrey Mtawa George , Haroonah Assoc. Prof. Nsubuga ,   Zanzibar University. P.O. Box 2440 Tunguu, Zanzibar, Muhammed Dr. Rukkaya Wakif ,   Zanzibar University, P.O.Box 2440 Tunguu, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Published: May 2023

This study was conducted so as to investigate the effects of strategic planning toward performance improvement of the National Social Security Fund Ilala Branch with the following specific objectives; to assess the influence of existing organizational structure to the performance improvement of NSSF Ilala Branch, to examine the influence of organizational system to performance improvement of NSSF Ilala Branch and to analyze the contribution of organization mission towards performance improvement of NSSF Ilala Branch. This study used descriptive survey design. Quantitative research approach was adopted. Population of this study comprised of 300 staff members of NSSF Ilala Branch. It employed both purposive and random sampling techniques to obtain 172 respondents. The study found out that, strategic planning aspects of structure would influence performance improvement by 17.8%, organizational system and organization mission would contribute to performance improvement by 40.8% and 50.8% respectively. The study recommended that, organizations in Tanzania should take strategic planning more seriously, differentiate it from other forms of planning, make an effort to choose strategies that are suitable for each strategic plan as well as embrace and successfully apply all of its principles.
Change of Agricultural Technology and Impacts on Farmer's Relationship with Nature and Environment in Timor, Indonesia.
Authors:   Student at Satya Wacana Christian University, Central Java, Indonesia, Yasinto Yulius
Published: May 2023

This paper examines the impacts of agricultural technology changes on farmers' relationship with nature and their environment. Based on a field study in Bena Irrigation Area in South Amanuban Sub-District, Timor, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, this paper analyses how the introduction of new technologies in agriculture by the Government of Indonesia in these last 30 years has changed the farmer's pattern of cultivation, their views about nature and environment, and the ways they link their agricultural activities with social life. This study found that many of the traditional steps in the cultivation cycle have disappeared or been replaced by new technologies, resulting in profound changes in their views and attitude to nature, the environment and social relationships. Impacts on agriculture productivity are still debatable. However, this study argues that some supporting policies are necessary to make the use of new agricultural technologies give the best benefit for the welfare of farmers and the preservation of nature.
The Effect of Positive Work Attitudes and Organizational Culture on Employee Productive Behavior
Authors:   Magister Management, Mataram University, Indonesia, Purmanto Adi , Bagis Abdul Azis ,   Magister Management, Mataram University, Indonesia, Wahyulina Sri ,   Magister Management, Mataram University, Indonesia
Published: May 2023

Employees within the Bawaslu or general election supervisory body in the regions, including West Nusa Tenggara, must work professionally and responsibly. For this reason, a positive work attitude is needed and can build productive work behavior as expected by related parties. In addition to work attitudes, support from the internal work environment is also needed, whi ch is expected to accelerate the influence of work attitudes on forming productive work behavior. The associative method was chosen to examine the influence between the variables studied, involving all 79 Bawaslu employees on the island of Lombok. Multivariate regression analysis using organizational culture as a moderating variable. The results showed that Bawaslu employees could express only a portion of positive work attitudes. Each is a spirit of change and ethical insight that influences productive behavior. Meanwhile, after being strengthened by the work culture, employee expressions can only show a spirit of change and a spirit of confidence that has a strong influence. Thus, the challenge for related parties is encouraging Bawaslu employees to improve positive work attitudes to develop more meaningful, productive work behavior.
Compatibilidade das avaliações sensoriais de provadores de cafés especiais
Authors:   , Almeida Vinícius Gonçalves
Published: May 2023

O Brasil é destaque mundial na produção e exportação de café arábica, sendo Minas Gerais o principal estado produtor. Desse total, o segmento de cafés especiais tem ganhado espaço no mercado. Os provadores desempenhando papel importante, pois por meio de suas avaliações, os cafés são classificados quanto a sua qualidade. Com o avanço desse segmento, concursos de qualidade de café surgem com intuito de eleger e premiar os cafés de mais alta qualidade. Objetivou-se com o presente trabalho, verificar a homogeneidade dos provadores do Concurso de Qualidade dos cafés de Minas Gerais ao longo de quatro edições (2016, 2017, 2018 e 2019). Os dados utilizados foram referentes à etapa final do concurso, a qual é caracterizada pela presença dos melhores cafés. Há divisão de duas categorias, as quais remetem ao processamento do café, sendo elas: café natural e cereja descascado. Os dados analisados foram os atributos: fragrância/aroma; sabor; finalização; acidez; corpo; equilíbrio; final, e a pontuação final. Sabendo disso, as análises empregadas possuem cunho investigativo e exploratório, a fim de observar o comportamento dos provadores. Para isso, foram adotadas análises descritivas, agrupamento de Tocher e correspondência simples. Por meio das análises, notou-se similaridade entre a maioria dos provadores em todas as categorias e edições do concurso. Através da análise descritiva foi possível observar que os provadores 5, 15, 2 e 2 para os anos de 2016, 2017, 2018 e 2019 respectivamente, tiveram maiores médias. O agrupamento de Tocher evidencia que para o café natural ocorre maior dispersão na pontuação final, enquanto para o café cereja descascado esse fato é observado para o atributo acidez. Por meio da análise de correspondência simples, foi verificado que a maioria dos provadores estão associados, de modo semelhante, a todos os atributos sensoriais. Houve, no máximo, três provadores desassociados com os atributos avaliados, por edição e categoria. Conclui-se que grande parte dos provadores do Concurso de Qualidade dos Cafés de Minas Gerais apresenta homogeneidade na avaliação, sendo necessária a calibração de um número reduzido de provadores. Palavras-chave: Análise sensorial. Café natural. Café cereja descascado. Atributos sensoriais.
Cyber Risk among High School Students: A Thematic Review
Authors: Diana Intan , Ismail Ismi Arif , Zairul Mohd
Published: May 2023

Technology Industrial Revolution 4.0, such as the internet, continues to develop in surprising ways where today, our life, education, and business rely on it. People, specifically high school students, are the majority using the internet in all countries, which means they have a higher risk of being exposed to cyber risk. However, some academic research has been done on cyber risk among high school students in Malaysia. Therefore, this thematic review (TR) aims to synthesise literature from 2018 to 2022 on the cyber risk among high school students using ATLAS.ti 22. A keyword search, followed by a filter using inclusion criteria from SCOPUS and Science Direct, identified 179 peer-reviewed journal articles. Yet, after the inclusion and exclusion process, only 33 articles were used as the final articles to be reviewed. A thematic review identified four clusters: cyber risk types, cyber risk effects, victim characteristics, and cyber risk prevention. Hence, this paper incorporates the latest information on cyber risk examples that high school students usually face. The findings will help future research on eliminating the cyber risk for high school students. They can serve as a directive and a remedy for the education sectors and policymakers to address the cyber threat.
ANALISIS KECEMASAN SEORANG ANAK YANG DITINGGAL MATI SALAH SATU ORANG TUA
Authors: K Sulfikar , Alawiyah Desi , Buhanuddin Burhanuddin
Published: May 2023

Kematian adalah takdir yang tidak dapat dihindari oleh siapa pun. Kematian seseorang tidak hanya melibatkan orang yang meninggal tapi juga berdampak bagi orang yang ditinggalkan. Kematian orang tua akan menimbulkan perubahan hidup yang dapat menyebabkan stres dan sedih, kesedihan tersebut akan menimbulkan rasa duka yang dialami seorang anak karena kehilangan orang yang dicintainya akibat kematian. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana kecemasan yang dirasakan seorang anak yang ditinggal mati orang tuanya yang dikaitkan dengan keadaan emosionalnya yang diliputi perasaan kehilangan, kesedihan, kesepian dan kurang kasih sayang. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan jenis penelitian kualitatif studi kasus. Metode pengumpulan data yang dilakukan menggunakan metode wawancara. Hasil penelitian ini adalah mengungkapkan hal-hal yang lebih mendalam dan detail yang tidak dapat diungkap oleh metode lain,  respon atau reaksi yang dirasakan seorang anak yang ditinggal mati orang tuanya berupa kecemasan. Kesimpulan dari hasil penelitian ini, penulis menemukan kecemasan yang dialami seorang anak berupa kecemasan mengenai masa depan, pergaulan, ekonomi dan kognitif menjadi terganngu. Penulis juga menemukan seorang anak dalam mengatasi kecemasannya dengan menggunakan tehnik Emotional-Focused Coping
KONSEP MEMAAFKAN DALAM MENENANGKAN JIWA REMAJA DARI KELUARGA BROKEN HOME
Authors: Syam St. Hajrah , Rahmatullah Rahmatullah , Ratnasari Nensi , Nuraisyah Nuraisyah
Published: May 2023

Adolescence is a period of inner conflict for many individuals because it is during this period that many adolescents seek identity. In addition, they also have a high curiosity, so that coaching and guidance from family members and those closest to them, especially parents, is very important to guide teenagers to carry out positive and useful activities. But unfortunately, many teenagers find themselves in precarious situations, with broken families, or rather, with broken families. This study aims to find out what a broken home is, and to find out how the concept of forgiveness in calming the souls of teenagers from broken home families. In this study, researchers used library research, which is research that includes a series of activities related to library data collection methods. The results of this study explain that forgiveness in calming the souls of teenagers and broken home families is very important for teenagers
METODE ORANG TUA DALAM PENGENDALIAN EMOSI ANAK USIA DINI YANG KECANDUAN GADGET DI KELURAHAN SANGIASSERI KECAMATAN SINJAI SELATAN
Authors: Afwani Nurul , Suriati Suriati , Mulkiyan Mulkiyan
Published: May 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan metode Orang Tua dalam pengendalian emosi anak usia dini yang kecanduan gadget di Kelurahan Sangiasseri Kecamatan Sinjai Selatan. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian naturalistik kualitatif. Subjek penelitian ini adalah Orang Tua di Kelurahan Sangiasseri. Objek penelitian ini adalah Metode Orang Tua Dalam Pengendalian Emosi Anak Usia Dini Yang Kecanduan Gadget. Adapun teknik pengumpulan data yaitu dengan wawancara, observasi, dan dokumentasi. Teknik analisis datanya menggunakan pengumpulan data, reduksi data, display data, dan verifikasi data. Berdasarkan Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa metode orang tua dalam pengendalian emosi anak usia dini yang kecanduan gadget di Kelurahan Sangiasseri Kecamatan Sinjai Selatan yaitu: 1) Metode orang tua dalam mengendalikan emosi anak usia dini yang kecanduan gadget di Kelurahan Sangiasseri Kecamatan Sinjai Selatan yaitu, mengajak anak bermain di lingkungan, mengalihkan perhatian anak dengan memberikan mainan, menjauhkan gadget dari pandangan anak, dan melawan rasa kasihan. 2) Faktor penghambat metode orang tua dalam mengendalikan emosi anak usia dini yang kecanduan gadget di Kelurahan Sangiasseri Kecamatan Sinjai Selatan yaitu, tidak bersikap tegas dan konsisten pada anak, tidak dapat melawan rasa kasihan pada anak,  dan faktor lingkungan. Sedangkan faktor pendukung metode orang tua dalam mengendalikan emosi anak usia dini yang kecanduan gadget di Kelurahan Sangiasseri Kecamatan Sinjai Selatan yaitu, dukungan keluarga, dan lingkungan bermain anak.
PEMBINAAN MENTAL SPIRITUAL KRISTEN WARGA BINAAN DI LAPAS KELAS IIA CIKARANG
Authors: Tampubolon Ernawaty , Prihanto Joko
Published: May 2023

Pelayan Tuhan yang memberi diri untuk membina warga binaan sebaiknya juga memperlengkapi diri untuk melayani pemulihan mental warga binaan. Spiritualitas berdampak terhadap baik buruknya perilaku individu dalam berinterkasi dengan Tuhan dan sesama yang dipengaruhi oleh lingkungan, pengalaman dan pengetahuan. Pemikiran dan semangat baru serta menghadapi kenyataan dan tantangan hidup dengan cara yang lebih religius. Berani menolak pikiran negatif yang menggoda untuk kembali ke kehidupan kelamnya melakukan kejahatan. Mental Spiritualitas Kristen juga membantu jemaatNya menemukan keutuhan dan keseimbangan dalam hubungan mereka dengan Tuhan, sesama, dan alam. Mendorong motivasi, solidaritas, dialog dan kerjasama dalam membangun kehidupan yang adil, damai dan bermartabat. Pembinaan Mental Spiritual merupakan usaha untuk memperbaiki dan memperbarui tindakan dan tingkah laku warga binaan melalui bimbingan mental atau jiwanya dan spiritualnya sehingga menjadi seorang warga binaan yang memiliki kerohanian iman yang kuat dan kepribadian yang sehat, mencerminkan karakter Kristus dan bertanggung jawab dalam menjalani kehidupannya selama di lapas dan nanti setelah bebas dan kembali ke masyarakat.  Artikel ini disusun menggunakan metodologi Kualitatif, dengan kajian mendalam dengan mempelajari latar belakang dari fenomena yang terjadi dalam kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat, hubungan masyarakat dengan warga binaan serta perilaku warga binaan terhadap hukum dengan memperhatikan perkembangan mental warga binaan.
Clinical Barriers in Treating Patients with Schizophrenia Who Use Cannabis
Authors: Igwe Maxwell , Vanbibber Brandon
Published: May 2023

Within the past two decades, psychiatric clinics have seen an increase in the number of patients with schizophrenia who use cannabis. Studies have demonstrated the drug’s exacerbating effects on schizophrenia symptoms and treatment, posing a challenge to clinicians who treat this patient population. However, insight into the perspectives and needs of these clinicians remains largely absent within the existing literature. To provide them a voice, this study utilized surveying and interviewing with a mixed quantitative and qualitative design to evaluate and analyze the perspectives, concerns, and needs of clinicians who treat patients with schizophrenia who use cannabis. Participating clinicians (n = 5) were generally confident in understanding how cannabis use affects schizophrenia and their roles as providers. However, these clinicians were less confident in the effectiveness of existing treatments, education, and literature on the subject. Additionally, participants voiced concerns about issues such as the limitations of existing literature on this patient population, the lack of established guidelines and protocols for treating this patient population, and the absence of educational resources and materials for both clinicians and patients. Overall, the number of voiced concerns and the high variation between clinicians strongly imply the necessity of these clinicians’ perspectives within research on this patient population. Increased involvement of medical professionals within the literature on cannabis use in schizophrenia should hopefully serve to implement and improve the resources that these clinicians need to make a lasting positive change in patients with schizophrenia who use cannabis.
Saudi Israeli Relations: The Benefits and Implications of an Alliance
Authors: Altaf Amani , David Steven
Published: May 2023

As the power dynamics in the Middle East change, with Iran gaining power and influence, relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel are changing as well. While previously in an antagonistic relationship, the two countries would benefit from developing an alliance. However, the cultural and social implications, especially in terms of Israel’s occupation of Jerusalem and the Islamic significance of the city, must be considered. Despite these reservations, an alliance could prove beneficial as Saudi Arabia could encourage and move forward with a peace process between Israel and Palestine. In addition, Israel could help improve Saudi Arabia’s defense against Iran – an issue important to both countries – and speed up the economic transformation currently taking place in the country as it moves away from dependence on oil. Given these benefits, and the likelihood that there will be little internal opposition to an alliance, the development of a relationship between Saudi Arabia and Israel would strengthen Saudi Arabia as a country and improve stability in the Middle Eastern region.
Adjusting pH Levels In Respect to Crustacean Hatching Rates
Authors: Kerul Jessica , Talarczyk Patricia
Published: May 2023

Currently, studies have been conducted focusing around aquatic species and how chemical properties within the water may impact their survival, such as the effect of pH levels on flounder eggs. In specific, the study discussed how acidic pH levels negatively affected their development and survival rate. However, there is limited research conducted pertaining to the connection between pH levels and crustaceans. This begs the question: how do differing pH levels in water affect the hatching rates of aquatic organisms, specifically crustaceans? Based on previous studies, if crustaceans are exposed to acidic pH levels, then the hatching rates will be negatively affected. In order to prove this, an experimental method was used with five samples with different pH levels and sea monkeys added to them. Sea monkeys, a hybrid breed of brine shrimp, were used in order to represent crustaceans in the experiment. The five samples were recorded hourly for times of initial hatching and the relative amount of eggs hatched. Concluding the experimental process the results showed that the basic pH levels had negative effects towards the hatching rates with no survival at 8.0 and very little survival at 7.5. Also, there was an increased rate of hatching for the acidic pH levels with the highest abundance of sea monkeys and the quickest to hatch at 6.0. Overall, the data concludes that the basic pH levels negatively affect the hatching rates of crustacean eggs, and the acidic pH levels had little effect on the hatching rates.
Advancements in the Treatment of Transthyretin Amyloidosis
Authors: Wang Rena , Park Chanyoung
Published: May 2023

Transthyretin (TTR) amyloidosis is a protein misfolding disorder where tetramers of TTR dissociate, causing the formation of insoluble amyloids leading to organ dysfunction and damage. Worldwide, the disease currently affects between 5,000-10,000 people and many novel therapeutic techniques are appearing with the potential to treat TTR amyloidosis. Of the non-CRISPR treatments, they can be broken down into three categories: TTR stabilizers, human monoclonal antibodies, and gene silencers. In this paper, I will discuss both the current state of research and treatment of TTR amyloidosis treatments, as well as the role of CRISPR’s potential future therapeutic applications.
Proofreading Function and Mutations in SARS-CoV-2 and their Impact on Viral Infectivity
Authors: Lin Tiffany , Sundby Lauren
Published: May 2023

SARS-CoV-2 is a positive-sense single-stranded RNA virus that causes the respiratory disease, COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 19) and is a member of the severe acute respiratory syndrome-related coronavirus species in the Coronaviridae family. The virus has led to more than 590 million infections and more than 6.4 million deaths worldwide as of end of August, 2022. The coronavirus family also includes SARS-CoV, which is the virus that led to the 2003 SARS epidemic, affecting 26 countries at the time. Mutations in SARS-CoV-2 have accumulated since the emergence of the virus in 2019, and new variants are increasingly observed. SARS-CoV-2 has a unique proofreading function that has shown to be carried out by a protein complex that corrects mismatched base pairs during replication. This paper aims to address the degree that the SARS-CoV-2’s proofreading mechanism results in fewer protein mutations in its spike glycoprotein compared to other viruses. The proofreading function limits the number of mutations that survive RNA replication for the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Examining the proofreading function of the SARS-CoV-2 virus will reveal important insights into its mutation rates and changes in viral infectivity, suggesting pathways for treatments in the future.
Integrated Immune Cell-Cell Communication Networks Underpinning Rheumatoid Arthritis Pathogenesis
Authors: Bapoo Amaan , Ratiu Jeremy
Published: May 2023

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a chronic, systemic auto-inflammatory disease that targets peripheral joints causing bone erosion, worsened mobility, and lower quality of life. RA is a complex autoimmune disease that develops through the combined actions of many cell types. In particular, monocytes, fibroblasts, and T cells play critical roles within the arthritic joint driving disease pathogenesis. These cells communicate with each other via ligand-receptor interactions orchestrating inflammatory responses ultimately leading to joint destruction. However, it remains unclear how the combined efforts of these different cells form an integrated network of immune responses which ultimately lead to disease development.  Therefore, we hypothesized that an integrated communication network between the different immune cells found within RA joints functions to promote inflammation and drive RA disease pathogenesis. I utilized predictive assessment of cell-cell communication networks through single-cell RNA-sequencing to determine how immune cell interactions differ between autoimmune and non-autoimmune joint destruction. These studies identified a novel cell-cell communication network in which monocytes, fibroblasts and T cells cooperate to promote cell-cell interactions, immune activation, and induction of pro-inflammatory gene networks. Together, these results identify numerous potential therapeutic targets for the intervention of RA disease.
An Introduction to BCI and Its Use in Video Games: A Review
Authors: Thomasson Noah
Published: May 2023

The input of a video game can vary from a keyboard, a mouse, a controller, and a plethora of other methods. The electroencephalogram (EEG) is a cap worn on the head that can detect electrical signals in the brain. This device is becoming seen as either an alternative to traditional controllers or a supplement. The EEG can be used with a computer to become a Brain Computer Interface (BCI), where a feedback loop is created between the game and direct signals from the brain. BCIs are increasingly being used for video games, whether for entertainment or serious purposes. In this paper, we review the components of a BCI and assess the general state of its use in video games. We describe the EEG, what inputs to measure, common preprocessing techniques, and different machine learning algorithms. We assess the game-making side, discussing the types of games made. We conclude the paper by listing current limitations in different disciplines and point towards possible areas that need further innovation for the technology to become widespread.
Do Sugar Snap Peas Have a Critical Growth Period?
Authors: Gong Daniel , Christian Gray
Published: May 2023

It is a known fact that humans have a critical development period in which external environmental conditions have long lasting effects [1]. In this study, I investigate the question of whether or not Pisum sativum 'Macrocarpon Group' (sugar snap peas) have a critical development period. In this experiment, sugar snap peas were grown in acidic soils or untreated soils for 20 days, with some being transplanted on day 10. This is done to investigate if when the plants are grown in their optimal pH of 6.0-7.0 matters. Throughout the experiment, the plants had individual heights and leaf counts measured every day, with the goal being to determine how changing optimal pH conditions affects germination, growth, and leaf count. After conducting the experiment for 20 days, it’s shown that germination and growth are affected by pH and when plants are placed in certain conditions, while leaf count is not impacted. Peas grown in optimal pH conditions in their early period of growth that were then transplanted into acidic soil grew taller than plants first grown in acidic conditions before being transplanted into optimal ph soil, showing that sugar pea plants do have a critical growing period from planting to early growth after germination.
Exploring the Degree of Awareness of Medical Insurance and AB-PMJAY within Blue Collar Workers in Gurugram
Authors: Garg Kavish , Sharma Mritunjay
Published: May 2023

Globally, Healthcare is recognized as a human right, either directly, or as a part of the broader right to life. Therefore, healthcare systems of most countries strive to ensure universal access to healthcare. The Public Healthcare system of India has undergone multiple reforms to achieve this. The most recent development was Ayushman Bharat and the National Health Policy of 2017, which sought to prioritize Universal Health Coverage. Most of the research in this field had been centered on national-level analysis on the feasibility, efficacy, and implementation of PMJAY and thus, there is a glaring need to examine the specific awareness, accessibility, and availability of Public Healthcare to the financially weaker sections of the society. The present study aims at examining the awareness and experiences with PMJAY, Medical Insurance, and the Public Healthcare system. A mix of qualitative and quantitative approaches were used to examine Public Healthcare, Medical Insurance, and Ayushman Bharat, including a survey and a qualitative schedule. The sample for the survey consisted of 48 blue-collar workers in Gurgaon. The data was interpreted through graphical representation and thematic analysis. It was found that migrants are less likely to be aware of Ayushman Bharat and that education level has a significant impact on the knowledge of the term medical insurance itself. Moreover, those with PMJAY cards had significantly lesser out-of-pocket expenditure. To address the issues found, awareness drives and camps specifically in migrant communities as well as the utilization of social service infrastructure like Community Service Centers was suggested.
Insights to Improve Computer Science Education by Enhancing the Java Language and Tools
Authors: Eluri Pranav , David Domingo
Published: May 2023

Java is the most well-known and widely used object-oriented programming language. It uses “objects” as instances of particular data types, or classes. While many computer science students who take Java programming beginner courses, such as AP Computer Science A and fundamental college Java coding courses, succeed in learning Java fundamentals, some aspects of Java make it less intuitive than other programming languages and more difficult to understand than necessary. The purpose of this study is to present eleven insights on how Java could be made more learner-friendly based on the author’s personal experience learning Java and analyze whether these eleven insights are consistently perceived as useful to current student learners and industry practitioners. A digital survey was conducted with individuals who are learning or have learned the language. Respondents were presented with questions and were instructed to choose the best answer to each question. The results from the survey indicated that four insights were perceived as useful and that there was no inherent preference for the remaining six insights. Further research must be conducted to fully understand the perception differences between new learners and experienced practitioners.
Lactobacillus gasseri Growth after Microwave Irradiation
Authors: Brahmbhatt Divya
Published: May 2023

Lactobacillus gasseri is a bacteria found in the gastrointestinal tract and vagina, and is essential for digestion and absorbing important nutrients. Some studies have experimented to find the effect of pulsed 2.4-GHz microwave irradiation on the growth of various Lactobacilli strains, while others have used continuous radiation at a similar frequency. Different studies have concluded that such radiation could kill other gut bacteria like Escherichia coli. We tested the effect of continuous microwave irradiation on the growth of Lactobacillus gasseri. We first irradiated four groups of the bacteria with a 10.5-GHz microwave transmitter for different amounts of time (0 minutes, 10 minutes, 20 minutes, 30 minutes). There was a significant difference between the control group and each irradiated group. There was no significant difference between the three irradiated groups. Our results agree with past research that has studied the effect of both microwave irradiation and radiation on Lactobacillus. We may have found such results because the electric field created by microwave radiation can disrupt the function of oxidative defense. This defense is needed to counteract oxidative stress, which could damage bacterial cell DNA, causing cell death. Therefore, microwaves at frequencies capable of penetrating the human body could cause the inactivation of multiple gut microbiota.
Implementing Sports as a Rehabilitation Method for Inmates
Authors: Kim Paul , Salame Charles
Published: May 2023

The incarceration system in the United States has leaned towards becoming more punitive than rehabilitative. A direct consequence would be the issue of mass incarceration. In fact, the United States imprisons the most people in the world with over 2 million prisoners. Because of the mass influx of inmates in prisons, the conditions deteriorate, creating a harsh prison environment that may be detrimental to the psychological, physical, and social aspects of an inmate. In fact, 64 percent of prisoners have reported mental health concerns and experienced suicidal feelings. Rehabilitative programs and methods aimed at reducing criminal traits and recidivism do exist in prisons, but most have issues with funding and resources. The rehabilitative method of sports and recreational activities is proven to be effective and minimal for funding. Sports have profound effects on alleviating depression, stress, and anxiety. It has been shown to affect the prefrontal cortex, the hippocampus, and the amygdala; all three neurological components allow for control of behavior and a greater reduction in criminal activity. The rehabilitative method of sports has also decreased the risks of obesity and contributed to positive effects on the cardiovascular, immune, and digestive systems. Socially, sports have allowed for the formation of new relationships and an overall sense of freedom in a setting that is not shackled by chains. Implementing sports for inmates is both an effective and efficient method of rehabilitation.
Recent Developments of Soft Robotics in Medical Applications
Authors: Singh Tegh
Published: May 2023

Soft robotics is an emerging technology able to provide novel solutions that standard robots are not capable of addressing. When thinking of robots, typically rigid, mechanical machines come to mind. SCARA robots, sanitation robots, automated cars, and other rigid robotic systems offer unparalleled precision and consistency and are widely used throughout various industries. However, in certain situations, specifically biological or medical applications, rigid robots are unable to provide the adaptability and flexibility required to produce a beneficial outcome. 

Soft robotics refers to the subfield of robotics related to developing and fabricating robots using compliant, tractable materials. Soft robots lack rigid joints or a constrained, fully mechanical body. In combination with their compliant materials, soft robots have infinite degrees of freedom and can easily conform to any shape or surface. Benefits of soft robotics include increased flexibility and range of motion, superior biomimicry, and gentler, safer interactions with humans. This review paper investigates the applications of soft robotics in the biomedical field, including prostheses, assistive and drug delivery devices, soft surgical tools, and body-part simulators. The paper compares attributes of rigid and soft robots to examine specific advantages for each of these categories. It highlights the limitations of biomedical soft robotics covering functionality, durability, reliability. Finally, the paper discusses prospects and promising technologies intersecting soft robotics and the biomedical field.
Analyzing the Correlation Between Student's Knowledge of Newton's Laws of Physics and Their Enjoyment of Watching Marvel Films
Authors: Hur Tory , Kukla Kevin
Published: May 2023

The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has produced numerous worldwide box office hits such as Avengers: End Game, Avengers: Infinity Wars, and the Spiderman series. However, previous researchers discovered countless numbers of the feasibility of the physics within these films. The ongoing discussion among the scientific community led to the aim of my research: to examine if there exists a positive or negative correlation between a viewer’s knowledge of science, particularly Newton’s Laws, and their enjoyment of Marvel films, specifically superhero movies.

To determine the relationship between students’ scientific literacy and their enjoyment of watching Marvel films, I conducted two types of quantitative research: a pre-validated Half Force Concept Inventory test and a Two-Sample Independent t-Test conducted on 91 students in four AP Physics 1 classes in X High School. 

My study concluded that the correlation between the viewer’s knowledge of science, particularly Newton’s Laws, had no significant relationship with their enjoyment of watching Marvel films.
What Makes Us Happy, and Can We Ever be Happy?
Authors: Bhardwaj Uday
Published: May 2023

Happiness. Often construed as the purpose of life is a much-debated topic. With different theories emerging from different parts of the world as early as 3000 years ago, cultivating happiness is an old-age puzzling question. However, all these theories and debates can be boiled down to certain branches, one of which is hedonism about happiness. Though most people would refer to it as a dying theory, much of its criticisms, I believe, can be vindicated.