bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
La relación entre deuda pública y crecimiento económico en América Latina: una evaluación retrospectiva
Authors: Jacobo Alejandro , Jalile Ileana R.
Published: January 2024

En este artículo se examina el efecto de la deuda pública sobre el Producto Interno Bruto (PIB) en 15 economías latinoamericanas (Argen- tina, Bolivia, Brasil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, República Domini- cana, Honduras, México, Nicaragua, Panamá, Paraguay, Perú, Uruguay and Venezuela) para el período 1960-2015. El impacto a corto plazo de la deuda en el crecimiento del PIB es positivo, pero próximo a cero más allá de la razón de deuda pública/PIB ubicados entre 64% y 71% (es decir, hasta este umbral, la deuda adicional tiene un impacto estimulante en el crecimiento). A largo plazo, el umbral está entre el 95% y el 97%.
El ciclo económico y la política fiscal en un modelo DSGE con canal endógeno. El caso de México
Authors: Valdés Iglesias Edson
Published: January 2024

Esta investigación analiza el desempeño de una regla fiscal que responde al ciclo económico y la posición de la deuda pública en un modelo de equilibrio general dinámico estocástico (DSGE) con un canal de crecimiento endógeno que será impulsado por el total de horas trabajadas considerando fricciones en el mercado de trabajo. Se estimó el modelo a partir de métodos bayesianos para datos de la economía mexicana; también se calculó el saldo del balance presupuestario ajustado en función del ciclo (CAB) a partir de la estimación de un modelo autorregresivo con entradas exógenas (ARMAX) para determinar la posición de la política fiscal en México. Los resultados obtenidos por el CAB sugieren que la posición de la política fiscal en México fue procíclica; además, de las simulaciones del DSGE se encontró que la regla fiscal usada permite que en periodos de auge los ingresos excedentes se destinen para disminuir el nivel de deuda y en periodos de contracción propicia el uso de medidas contracíclicas en los instrumentos de política fiscal.
La vinculación Universidad Empresa desde la perspectiva del Programa Educativo Químico Farmacéutico Biólogo, UAEM
Authors: Contreras Lara-Vega María Esther Aurora , Díaz-Flores Martha , Elizalde-Valdés Víctor Manuel
Published: January 2024

El desafío que deben enfrentar los países es cómo insertarse de manera competitiva en un mundo cada vez más globalizado. Es en este sentido que las universidades están obligadas a asumir nuevas formas de organizar e impartir el conocimiento, de manera tal que faciliten la aproximación de las comunidades a formas de vida en las que prevalezca el desarrollo independiente.
Existe un amplio valor en relación a la importancia que tiene el conocimiento adquirido en los espacios universitarios con el desarrollo empresarial; lo que ha llevado a la construcción de una línea encaminada a entrelazar las capacidades de aprendizaje con la generación, difusión y uso de conocimientos, en una dinámica de desarrollo dirigida por la capacidad de los actores universitarios y empresariales para consolidar redes que fortalezcan la capacidad científico –tecnológica e incrementen la vinculación universidad – empresa a través del desarrollo constante y la innovación.
Así a través de ésta investigación dentro de la Facultad de Química, UAEMéx, se establece un análisis de ¿cómo para la licenciatura Química Farmacéutica Biológica se ha proyectado la vinculación?, planteando un análisis metodológico prospectivo que permite visualizar alternativas capaces de fortalecer los lazos de cooperación entre sectores universitarios y laborales.
De éste modo, se detectan los principales desafíos que enfrenta el fomento y establecimiento de la vinculación dentro de éste espacio universitario, logrando detectar que, para la mayoría de estudiantes y prestadores de servicio, el tema de vinculación universidad – empresa, no resulta familiar, por lo que los beneficios conocidos, son menores que las dificultades que ambos actores han experimentado en el proceso.
COSIFICACIÓN INFANTIL:
Authors: Hernández Hernández María Antonia , García Falconi Renan , Reyes Sevillano Wilmar
Published: January 2024

Se explora el origen de los actos de maltrato y omisiones cometidas contra la niñez y adolescencia, El objetivo es conceptualizar el término Cosificación Infantil (CI); con ello se pretende abonar en el análisis del fenómeno de la violencia infanto-juvenil, donde existen relaciones de poder adulto vs niñez/adolescencia, sustentadas por un sistema capitalista adulto-centrista dominante. Se realiza un artículo de revisión que integra información desde diversas perspectivas teóricas para unificar una conceptualización que brinde explicación del fenómeno, se menciona que es la cosificación y cómo es aplicable en el contexto de la violencia infantil. Generada a partir de las normas culturales de los adultos, padres, madres y cuidadores, la CI se sustenta en preceptos socioculturales, políticoeconómicos, androcentristas y adultocentristas que promueven la invisibilización y cosificación de la niñez y adolescencia; pone en peligro sus derechos, autonomía y atenta contra la formación de su identidad en las etapas de desarrollo.
IMAGINARIOS JUVENILES POS PANDEMIA
Authors: Fernández Poncela Ana María
Published: January 2024

Antecedentes: La vivencia experiencial personal y el contexto social discursivo en la pandemia influye y altera la mirada hacia el porvenir, los imaginarios sociales juveniles sobre su propio futuro y el futuro de la humanidad. De esta hipótesis se parte para analizar qué imaginarios sociales posee la juventud universitaria sobre el futuro individual y colectivo, tras la pandemia; ha influido ésta en la percepción y proyecto de aquél, y si es así, en qué sentido. Metodología: Para ahondar este objetivo se aplicaron dos grupos de enfoque en el año 2022 en una universidad de la Ciudad de México. Resultados: Entre los hallazgos está que sí, la pandemia influyó en el imaginario de futuro, pero al parecer lo hizo de forma positiva y negativa, según los testimonios recabados, incluso se la considera oportuna para inducir la reflexión, un darse cuenta de la población, concientizarse y mejorar el rumbo de la humanidad.
Pengaruh Bermain Wayang Tema Terhadap Kemampuan Berbicara Pada Anak Usia 5-6 Tahun Di RA Masithoh Bantar
Authors: Suratiyah Suratiyah , Fauzi Fauzi
Published: January 2024

This research aims to determine the effect of playing shadow puppets on the speaking abilities of young children at RA Masithoh Bantar. The type of research used is a quantitative method with a pre-experimental design. Data collection methods used were observation, questionnaires, interviews, and documentary methods. Experienced teachers made sure the tools we used to collect information were accurate and reliable. Data analysis was carried out using normality tests and hypothesis tests, and managing this research data was assisted using SPSS 16.0. The research results obtained are: 1). The average score after playing the theme wayang is 45.13, which is higher than the average score before playing the theme wayang, namely 31.87; 2) The significance value of the nuji t-test is 0.000 because (p <0.05), then Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted, which means there is a difference in the score results before and after playing the puppet theme; 3). The correlation value of the pretest and posttest results of 0.783 is relatively high because it is almost close to 1. The significance value is 0.000, meaning that the pretest and posttest results are very significantly correlated. In other words, it means that playing themed puppets has an influence on the speaking ability of early childhood class B di RA Masithoh Bantar with a percentage increase of 41.60%.
EVALUATION OF THE ANTIHYPERTENSIVE EFFECT OF THE THYME AMONG PATIENTS SUFFERING FROM HYPERTENSION IN IRAQ
Authors: Fadheel Qayssar Joudah , Mohammed Rusul Ahmed
Published: January 2024

The aim: of research is to test effectiveness of thyme on patients with high blood pressure and comparing between blood pressure of patients who took thyme and patients who did not among different ages.
Materials and methods: This study concerning patients with high blood pressure, (3/2022 to 3/2023). Collecting data was depend on interviewed patients directly to get information. A questionnaire paper includes several questions. Interview included convincing patients to take thyme for 15 days to know how could thyme effect on their blood pressure and over different patients.
Results: A significant difference in distribution between male and female within control and treated groups. A significant difference between all age groups when compared control and treated group, and decrease in systolic blood pressure when patients taking own drug plus thyme compared with patients taking own drug alone, but non-significant decrease in systolic blood pressure when compared with control group, a non-significant decrease in systolic blood pressure in patients taking own drug when compared with control group. A significant decrease in diastolic blood pressure when patients taking own drug plus thyme in comparison with patients taking own drug alone, but non-significant reduction in diastolic blood pressure when compared with group which considered control, non-significant decrease in diastolic blood pressure in patients taking own drug when compared with control group.
Conclusions: Thyme herbs induce normalization hypertension and keeps blood pressure in usual range. The available clinical trial data provide evidence for the safe utilization of herbal preparations containing Thyme in the treatment of hypertension.
PECULIARITIES OF DYNAMICS OF INDICATORS OF PROTEINS OXIDATIVE MODIFICATION AND MATRIX METALLOPROTEINASE-9 ACTIVITY IN PATIENTS WITH PARANOID SCHIZOPHRENIA DEPENDING ON THE DISEASE DURATION
Authors: Romash Ivan R. , Romash Iryna B. , Tsona Andriy R. , Pustovoyt Mykhaylo M.
Published: January 2024

The aim: The objective of the research was to study the indicators of oxidative modification of proteins (OMP) and the activity of matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9) in patients with paranoid schizophrenia depending on the disease duration.
Materials and methods: 320 patients were included in the examination. 20 patients were with “Primary psychotic episode” (Comparison Group) and 300 patients were diagnosed with “Paranoid schizophrenia” (Experimental Group): 60 of them have suffered from this disease for a duration from 3 to 5 years (Subgroup I ); 60 patients have suffered for a period from 6 to 10 years (Subgroup II); 60 individuals – from 11 to 15 years (Subgroup III); 60 patients have suffered for a duration from 16 to 20 years (Subgroup IV); 60 patients – from 21 years and longer (Subgroup V).
Results: The presented data showed that the levels of OMP indicators in Subgroup I constituted 0.826±0.046 conventional units at a wavelength of 356 nm; 0.864±0.051 conventional units at a wavelength of 370 nm; 0.444±0.019 conventional units at a wavelength of 430 nm; 0.176±0.007 conventional units at a wavelength of 530 nm, which is 1.99; 1.6; 1.13 and 1.43 times higher than in the Comparison Group. The content of OMP products was higher by 2.24; 1.74; 1.17, and 1.43 times in Subgroup II, respectively, by 2.4; 1.80; 1.36 and 1.46 times in Subgroup III, respectively; by 2.5; 1.9; 1.4; 1.6 times in Subgroup IV, respectively; by 2.5; 2.02; 1.54; 1.7 times in Subgroup V, respectively. The conducted correlation analysis indicated a direct correlation between OMP indicators and the disease duration. The concentration of MMP-9 in the patients of the Comparison Group was equal to 892.84±87.80 pg/ml, which was 11.2% less compared to the Experimental Subgroup I, where this indicator was 992.84±67.50 pg/ml. MMP-9 constituted 1092.53±47.20 pg/ml on average in the patients of Subgroup II, which was 22.36% higher than in the Comparison Group. This indicator was 1702.84±37.60 pg/ml in Subgroup III, which was 90.7% higher than in the Comparison Group. It constituted 1492.84±47.29 pg/ml in Subgroup IV, which was 67.2% higher than in the Comparison Group; and 2037.21±57.80 pg/ ml in Subgroup V, which was more than two times higher than in the Comparison Group (p<0.05). The conducted correlation analysis showed a direct relation between MMP-9 expression and the increase in OMP indicators. This relation was more significant between MMP-9 and OMP products of a neutral nature. The correlation strength between MMP-9 and OMP products of a basic nature was somewhat less significant.
Conclusions: According to the results of the conducted analysis, the examined patients had the signs of decompensation of reactive-adaptive biomolecular mechanisms which activated radical reactions with the subsequent accumulation of oxidation products.
EFFECT OF DRY EXTRACT FROM REISHI MUSHROOMS ON THE STATE OF ANTIOXIDANT SYSTEM IN RATS WITH DMH-INDUCED COLON CARCINOGENESIS
Authors: Herasymets Iryna , Fira Liudmyla , Medvid Ihor , Fira Dmytro , Yasinovskyi Oleh , Grytsyshyn Liliia
Published: January 2024

The aim: To study pro- and antioxidant systems indicators in rats with chemically induced colon carcinogenesis on the background of the reishi mushrooms dry extract use.
Materials and methods: The study was performed on 120 white male rats. Chronic oncogenic intoxication was modeled by administering 1,2-dimethyl¬hydrazine (DMH) hydrochloride for 30 weeks (1 time per week). A dry extract from the reishi mushrooms was administered intragastrically daily at a dose of 100 mg/kg of the animal’s body weight. Blood and liver samples were taken for research monthly. The state of the pro- and antioxidant systems was studied by the content of oxidative modification of proteins products, superoxide dismutase and catalase activity, contents of reduced glutathione and ceruloplasmin.
Results: An increase in the activity of free radical oxidation processes after DMH-induced colon carcinogenesis in rats is evidenced by a decrease in the super¬oxide dismutase activity, catalase activity, content of reduced glutathione, an increase in the content of ceruloplasmin and products of oxidative modification of proteins in the blood serum and liver of animals. The effectiveness of the dry extract of reishi mushrooms and its positive effect on the state of pro- and antioxidant systems was experimentally proved.
Conclusions: The use of the dry extract of reishi mushrooms under conditions of DMH-induced colon carcinogenesis in rats led to normalization of the anti¬oxidant protection system state and the reduction of oxidative stress.
THE RIGHT TO HEALTH CARE IN THE CONTEXT OF PUBLIC AND PRIVATE INTERESTS
Authors: Rohova Olena G. , Ostapenko Olena G. , Lysiak Oleksandr I.
Published: January 2024

The aim: To review of existing approaches regarding the ratio of private and public interests in the content of the right to health care.
Materials and methods: In this paper, a systemic approach was used, which made it possible to analyze public-law and private-law interests as part of the content of the right to health care in their systemic unity. The application of the comparative research method and the dialectical method made it possible to investigate the dynamic relationship between public legal and private legal interests as part of the right to health care.
Conclusions: In the context of the analysis of the content of the right to health care, it was determined that private and public interests find their form in the institutions of individual and public health. In conditions of economic stability and the absence of threats to the realization of the right to health care, the state of realization of the right to individual health and public health can be described by the categories of «binary» or «synergy», when public health and individual health strengthen each other one. Private and public interests in the content of the right to health care can be in a state of conflict in conditions of limited resources. Taking into account the need to legitimately regulate the conflict between private and public interests in the content of the right to health care, states establish legal norms, which we defined as «axiological collisions».
MODERN TRENDS AND PERSPECTIVES OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF ADHESIVE DENTISTRY. INNOVATIVE TECHNIQUES FOR THE APPLICATION OF ADHESIVE SYSTEMS
Authors: Pompii Oleksandr O. , Tkachenko Viktor A. , Kerimova Tetiana M. , Pompii Elina S.
Published: January 2024

The aim: To study the latest approaches to optimizing the composition and application protocols of modern adhesive systems, which are used during the restoration of defects in hard dental tissues with restorative materials.
Materials and methods: Thirty articles published between January 1, 2020 and February 1, 2023 in the scientific databases PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar were selected. The selected scientific works contained the results of laboratory studies, systematic reviews, meta-analyses of the physical and mechanical characteristics of adhesive systems with a modified composition or application protocols different from the instructions of the manufacturing companies.
Conclusions: The most promising directions for improving adhesive systems are modifications of the composition and protocols of their use with the aim of deactivating matrix metalloproteinases, improving the structure of the hybrid layer due to the creation of a three-dimensional mesh of collagen fibres with optimal properties, the introduction of antimicrobial agents to slow down the growth of bacterial colonies along the line of the adhesive joint. The available research results of modified adhesive systems are often contradictory, which determines the need to develop standardized test methods to obtain more reliable indicators of their physical, mechanical and biological properties. In some cases, the consequences of non-compliance with the recommendations of the manufacturing companies are a significant deterioration of the characteristics of the hybrid layer, adhesive strength, marginal fit, which, in turn, explains the need for further search for an optimized composition and techniques for applying bonding agents to improve the prognosis of restorative treatment.
Manufacturing evaluation of seven medical device companies during the production of a 3D-printed titanium pelvic implant
Authors: González Álvarez Alba , Pérez Mañanes Rubén , Calvo Haro José Antonio , Mediavilla Santos Lydia , Pascau Javier
Published: January 2024

Powder bed fusion (PBF) technology has become a popular manufacturing method to fabricate custom metallic implants. This trend has generated some regulatory concerns because traditional developing guidelines are not suitable for three-dimensional (3D)-printed implants. This is due to the layered microstructure of additive manufactured parts that produces mechanical properties different than those of traditionally manufactured parts. The inappropriate choice of the process parameters and postprocessing methods can lead to fabrication errors that could negatively affect mechanical properties and dimensional accuracy. The objective of the study was to perform a preliminary evaluation of the quality of manufacturing provided by the medical device industry and identify the best 3D printing practices. We designed a pelvic bone reconstructing implant and asked seven companies to manufacture it in Ti6Al4V with PBF technology. We inspected some important aspects of the manufacturing quality of the prototypes received by evaluating geometrical precision and microstructural integrity in the surface and in the matrix, including a qualitative assessment of voids and grain morphology. Results demonstrated a great difference among the implant prototypes. Two companies proved to be superior and provided defect-free implants. The other five produced evidence of some defects including: geometrical deviations (maximum values of up to 5 mm); heterogeneous acicular grain morphologies; broken sections of lattice structures; and internal and superficial voids and cracks that could potentially compromise functional and clinical performance. To our knowledge, this is the first study analyzing the production of several custom implant additive manufacturers based on a geometrical and microstructural evaluation of the same pelvic implant fabrication. The imperfections found in some prototypes produced by companies certified to commercialize personalized implants highlight the urgent need for technical standards that regulate the safe development of 3D-printed implants. Further analyses are required to determine the actual clinical and mechanical consequences of such imperfections. The results also show that when additive manufacturing is adequately managed, it can be a valid manufacturing method to fabricate defect-free implants.
HR Digitization with a Reference to Bangalore's IT Sectors
Authors: - Dr. Veena Ishwarappa Bhavikatti
Published: January 2024

India's economy has emerged as one of the fastest-growing in the world, and the IT sector has played a pivotal role in this progress. Given the interdependence of the service and IT sectors, it is imperative to examine the evolution of both in India to comprehend the evolution of the IT sector. The service industry has seen significant change, particularly after the 1991 implementation of the Structural Adjustment Program (SAP), which has contributed to the expansion of the Indian economy. Economic development is usually defined as the shift from an agrarian to an industrial economy. On the other hand, India is experiencing a shift from the agricultural to the service sectors.
Breakeven Estimation of Solar Energy: A Machine Learning and Time Series Analysis Approach
Authors: - Amancha Ashwith , - Argula Sujith , - Kallem Sai Kiran Reddy , - Shruthi Kansal
Published: January 2024

This study focuses on determining the breakeven point for solar panel installations, utilizing a comprehensive dataset with daily information like sunrise, sunset, and temperature. Users input parameters such as panel area, location, current cost, and installation charges. Using advanced time series analysis, the system considers environmental factors, energy potential, and local prices to predict when cumulative income will surpass installation costs. This analysis is crucial for individuals and organizations assessing the financial viability of solar investments. By providing insights into profitability timelines, stakeholders can make informed decisions, promoting a sustainable transition to renewable energy. The study aligns with the broader goal of reducing reliance on non-renewable sources and fostering environmentally responsible practices.
Danielle Steel’s Portrayal of Sibling’s Love in Comparison with Selected Works of Other Novelists
Authors: - Dr. B. Abirami
Published: January 2024

As English is a universal language and its richness in literature has contributed to its reach. English literature from the olden times has been portraying siblings love in diverse ways. The novels from the past to the present have depicted the relationship of brothers and sisters in a distinct manner. Danielle Fernande Dominique Schuelein-Steel, born on 14th August 1947 in New York City better known as Danielle Steel, is an American romantic novelist is best known for family drama. Steel’s novels have been sold more than 580 million copies worldwide and she is the eighth best selling writer of all time.Danielle Steel has been triumphant in rendering a great relationship among the siblings. This paper is an outcome of a comparison between Danielle Steel’s “No Greater Love” with Arundhathi Roy’s “The God of Small Things” and George Eliot’s “The Mill on the Floss”.
Assessment of Residual Impacts of Poultry Manure on Nutrient, Sucrose, Fructose, and Glucose Content of Second Crop Onion
Authors: Yoldas F. , Ceylan S. , Mordoğan N. Saatci
Published: January 2024

This study was conducted to determine the effects of poultry manure applications on the nutrient, sucrose, fructose and glucose content of second-crop onions. This study was done in the research and practices area of Ege University, Odemis Technical Training College. Three onion (Allium cepa L.) varieties (Burgaz, Karbeyazı, Şampiyon) and also three different doses of poultry manure (20 t ha-1, 40 t ha-1, 60 t ha-1) and mineral fertilizer were used in this research. A non-fertilized parcel was used as the control. The experimental design was a split plot with three replications. Nitrogen, P, K, Ca, Mg, Fe, Zn, Mn, and Cu content in the leaf and bulb of onion samples were analyzed. In addition, sucrose, fructose, and glucose values in the bulb were determined. The highest nutrient contents of leaves and bulbs were obtained with the residual effect of 40 t ha-1 doses of poultry manure Karbeyazı variety contains the highest level of fructose, sucrose, and glucose compared to other varieties.
Exploring the Use of Electronic Resources for Undergraduate Learning at the National Open University of Nigeria in Kwara State
Authors: Shomoye Mariam A. , Adelakun Najeem O. , Adebisi Kehinde L.
Published: January 2024

The significance of learning in achieving academic and career success is a well-established reality affirmed by existing literature. The study investigates the use of e-resources for undergraduate education at the National Open University of Nigeria in Kwara State. Employing a survey research method, the study targeted all undergraduates enrolled at NOUN in Kwara State. The Israel Model was used to allocate responses to each NOUN center based on their projected population. The data collection instrument was a modified questionnaire with good psychometric qualities. To address the study questions and evaluate the hypotheses, descriptive and inferential statistics were used in Statistical Product and Service Solution (SPSS) version 20.0 at a significance level of 0.05. The results showed that undergraduate students interacted effectively with electronic learning resources. In addition, no statistically significant differences in the usage of e-resources for learning were detected based on gender or digital age. The study revealed that deploying proper learning tools can considerably improve the learning experience for undergraduates. The study recommends encouraging undergraduates, regardless of gender, to use e-resources for learning. This approach is considered to be advantageous for establishing good learning outcomes.
Analyzing and visualizing repeated-measures needs assessment data using the ranked discrepancy model
Authors: Narine Lendel , Harder Amy
Published: January 2024

The Ranked Discrepancy Model was introduced in 2021 as an alternative for analyzing Borich-style competency-based needs assessment data which avoided the pitfalls associated with the original methods for analysis. In this article, we sought to expand upon that work by developing and testing a new framework to analyze and visualize repeated-measures needs assessment data using the Ranked Discrepancy Model (RDM). Data for the analyses were taken from statewide community needs assessments conducted in Utah and Florida with paid survey panelists recruited by an online survey vendor. We found it was possible to apply the RDM to repeated-measures data using Microsoft Excel. A comparison of results obtained from analyzing data using paired t-tests and the RDM model showed strong positive correlations. Additionally, the transition to a spreadsheet format enabled the expansion of data analysis possibilities to include sorting needs by demographic subgroups. We recommend researchers use Excel for the RDM so they can easily examine subgroup needs and apply data visualization techniques to improve the utility of needs assessments and the decisions made by the individuals who interpret the results.
First experiences with participatory climate services for farmers in Central America: A case study in Honduras
Authors: Giraldo Diana , Clarkson Graham , Dorward Peter , Obando Diego
Published: January 2024

While climate services for small-scale farmers are gaining recognition for contributing to adaptation and resilience to climate variability and change, their provision in developing countries remains a critical challenge. Effective climate services consider why and how farmers of varied socioeconomic background make relevant decisions avoiding the traditional prescriptive forms of transfer that merely focus on delivering climate information. Evidence from sub-Saharan Africa shows that climate services for agriculture generates transformations in how farmers access and use climate information, as well as changes in farmer decision-making. In this paper, we address the question of whether the same effect is also seen in Latin America, where farming systems, farming decisions, socioeconomic contexts and non-climate constraints are very different to those of Africa. A group of 209 farmers in the dry corridor in Honduras was studied. We find that 98% of the trained farmers did uptake and use the climate information, and some 73% expressed that the agroclimatic information was key to the success of their harvest despite the challenging 2019 season. Some 43% of the farmers made changes in farming practices. In particular, farmers changed the crop they grew, the crop and land management, the planting dates, inputs and crop varieties. These changes reportedly had positive effects on their food security, and income. These findings support the hypothesis that Participatory Integrated Climate Services for Agriculture (PICSA) plays a positive role in providing effective climate services in Central America, improving decision-making, and enabling farmers to make their own decisions based on the analysis of information and their demands regardless of their level of literacy. We pose that participatory climate services in agriculture can catalyse processes of long-term transformation in farming systems, notably through lifting farmers out of poverty and food insecurity and providing an integrated approach to make informed decisions in the face of climatic variation.
PENGARUH FAKTOR SUMBER DAYA MANUSIA, BIAYA, BAHAN, DAN PERALATAN TERHADAP PENYELESAIAN PROYEK PEMBANGUNAN GEDUNG ASRAMA TERPADU MAN 2 FLORES TIMUR
Authors: Ropi Sarina S. , Meo Yohanes , Gado Alfridus
Published: January 2024

According to the contract, the implementation of the work on the construction of the East Flores MAN 2 integrated dormitory building project ending on December 31 2020 has reached 100%, but only 3.68% of the project has experienced delays. This study aims to determine the effect of human resource factors, costs, materials and equipment on the completion of the East Flores MAN 2 integrated dormitory building project. With a quantitative descriptive method. The data for this study were sourced from questionnaires distributed to 25 respondents who were stratified by population stratification into project owners, contractors, consultants, foremen, builders, and laborers. The results of the analysis obtained sig. Human resources of 0.028 <0.05 and t count -23.067 > t table 12.71. sig. value Cost of 0.041 <0.05 and t count 15.635 > t table 12.71. sig. value Material of 0.006 <0.05 and t count 98.758 > t table 12.71. sig. value Equipment of 0.017 <0.05 and t count -37.437 > t table 12.71. The conclusion is that there is an influence of human resource factors, costs, materials, and equipment on the completion of the East Flores MAN 2 integrated dormitory building project, and material factors are the most influential.
Analisis Kesiapan Kontraktor Kecil Dalam Menghadapi Pelaksanaan Pekerjaan Proyek Pemerintah Di Kabupaten Ende
Authors: Yodaker Yohanes Berkhemans , Meo Yohanes , Radja Veronika Miana
Published: January 2024

The government is trying to eliminate complaints from the tender system that has been implemented so far, of course, to bring equality and accelerate budget absorption so that development can run smoothly and the welfare of the community is realized. To implement the principles of Good Governance and Clean Government, the government must be ready to implement the principles of accountability, resources, finance, technology, and innovation, and complete qualifications, efficiently and implement good and impartial actions and regulations, as well as ensure interaction economic and social relations between the government. The research method consists of literature study, determination of research object, data collection by using questionnaires and interviews, and data analysis. The object of this research is a small-scale contractor in Ende Regency, under the auspices of APAKSINDO (Association of Indonesian Construction Entrepreneurs) Ende branch. The method of data collection was done by questionnaire to the contractor. Data from the questionnaire was then analyzed including validity test and linear regression analysis and T-test analysis. The results of this study indicate the level of readiness of contractors in the Ende Regency, some state that they are ready for all the regulations given by the Ende Regency Construction Services and some state that they are not ready. The more dominant readiness factors include the readiness of resources, finance, technology and innovation, and qualifications that affect the level of contractor readiness.
Evaluasi Kinerja Bus Ekonomi Rute Ende – Larantuka
Authors: Gado Alfridus , Kota Ireneus , Tan Valentinus , Gare Mansuetus
Published: January 2024

Angkutan umum yang beroperasi pada rute Ende – Larantuka merupakan suatu sarana transportasi yang sangat penting keberadaanya dalam meningkatkan peretumbuhan ekonomi masyarakat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kinerja bus ekonomi angkutan umum yang beropereasi pada rute Ende – Larantuka dan sebaliknya, dilihat dari tingkat efektivitas dengan parameter faktor muat (Load Factor), Headway, kecepatan, dan waktu tempuh. Dengan menggunakan metode survei dan wawancara kepada operator atau sopir dan para penumpang angkutan umum pada rute Ende – Larantuka dan sebaliknya di dapat kisaran rata – rata faktor muat penumpang antara 62% - 66.69% Sedangkan rentangan standard yang ditentukan oleh Direktorat Jenderal Perhubungan Darat adalah di atas 70%, maka factor muat penumpang rute Ende – Larantuka dan sebaliknya belum efektif. Headway yang diperoleh dari hasil pengolahan data rata-rata berkisaran anatara 7.75 menit – 25.25 menit sedangkan rentang standart yang ditentukan oleh Direktorat Jenderal Perhubungan Darat adalah 1 – 12 menit, headway yang diperoleh pada rute Ende – Larantuka dan sebaliknya sudah melebihi standard efektif. Untuk kecepatan perjalanan rute Ende-Larantuka dan sebaliknya berkisar antara 26 – 29 km/jam, sedangkan rentang standart yang ditentukan oleh Direktorat Jenderal Perhubungan Darat untuk daerah lajur khusus adalah berkisar antara 15 – 18 km/jam. Untuk kecepatan perjalanan angkutan bus rute Ende-Larantuka dan sebaliknya sudah melebihi standart dari Direktorat Perhubungan Darat.
Board Games in Nursing Education: Creation of “Hop-On-Slide-Down Board Game”
Authors: Frincy Francis  , Divya Raghavan  , Sheeba Elizabeth Johnsunderraj  , Divya K Y
Published: January 2024

Background: Games are considered an essential technique in higher learning institutions. They enhance learning objectives by improving critical and creative thinking, which increases the reasoning of the students. Games as a learning method provide the means through which students improve their immediate feedback because of discussing both wrong and right answers. They also get self-motivated to learning.Aim: This paper provides a critical evaluation of ‘Hop-On-Slide-Down,’ quizzical board game, which is ideal tobe used for nursing students by nursing fraternity. It involves sharing the development of the game, analyzing the efficacy of board games “hop-on-slide down”, its rules, benefits, and finally, the limitations of the game.Method: A simple board game was developed to play in the classroom. Idea derived from the “Snake and Ladder” game. This game is easy to use, cost effective and beneficial as an active learning strategy. Teacher preparation is minimal with a single time investment. The class students can be divided into small groups of 4 and assigned different roles. The game progresses by rolling a diceand answering the quiz card. Scores obtained based on right answers.Conclusion: The present-day student community look forward for engaging learning sessions as against themonotonous classroom lectures. Educators specifically in healthcare are forced to brainstorm various modes to retain the attentions of students. Boardgames usually are a choice for an active learning session.
A Pre-Experimental Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Lead Poisoning among Mothers of Under-Five Children in Selected Areas at Mukerian, Punjab
Authors: Manisha Kumari  , V.Amutha  , Jasdeep Kaur
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Lead poisoning is considered the most preventable environmental disease among young children, yet its exposure is estimated to contribute approximately 600,000 new cases of children with intellectual disabilities every year. A simple health awareness Lead poisoning can prevent permanent brain damage that will last a lifetime.Aim of the Study: The aim of the study is to improve the knowledge on lead poisoning among mothers of under five children through a structured teaching programme.Material and Methods: A quantitative research approach and Pre-experimental one group pre -test-posttestresearch design was used. Total 50 samples of mothers of under-five children were selected by a purposivesampling technique. Data collection was done through self-structured knowledge questionnaire. The collected data were analyzed by calculating frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, ‘t test and F test.Results: As per overall pretest knowledge score, most mothers of under-five children i.e. 90%had poor knowledge, 10% had average knowledge and none of them had good knowledge regarding lead poisoning. After structured teaching programmes most mothers i.e. 98% had good knowledge, 2% had average knowledge and none of them had poor knowledge. The difference between the mean pretest and posttest score was statistically highly significant at p<0.001 level.Conclusion: Structured teaching programme was an effective tool in improving knowledge of mothers of under five children regarding lead poisoning.
Comparative Effectiveness of Powerpoint Over OHP as an Effective Teaching Learning Tool at R.D. Gardi Medical College Ujjain (M.P)
Authors: Anita Choudhary  , Sai Sailesh Kumar Goothy
Published: January 2024

Background: Since years, a number of initiatives were taken to improve the teaching methodology in Medicaleducation.Objective: The present study was undertaken to emphasize the importance of LCD-based teaching over OHP andto increase teachers’ acceptability to LCD.Materials and methods: This study was carried out with 100- 125 students. The study incorporated 50 minutesteaching sessions in the department of physiology with the use of two different teaching tools. Students weredivided into two groups. One topic was selected and Roll numbers 1 to 75 were taught by Powerpoint by LCDs& students from roll number 76 to 150 by Transparencies, in the second week they were assessed by written test.Results: Significant difference in marks obtained by the students taught on PPT as compared to OHP(P>.001)it was observed that students who scored less after OHP exposure showed improvement after PPT exposure.(Table 1& 2) 80% of students prefer PPT over OHP and understanding of the subject was more with PPT. Studentsfound OHP good for the text material and insufficient for the applied and diagram part while preferred PPT for3-D view of diagrams, concepts and applied.Conclusion: In Department of Physiology at our Institute most preferred TL method was found to be by PPT thenOHP. As results also indicated improved performance by the students, In view of that Teachers also agreed to theresponses by the students, and showed acceptability for PPT.Keywords: Teaching learning method; students; Medical education.
Short Term Memory Status by Visual Tasks using Words Test
Authors: Saher Ansari
Published: January 2024

The Present study is an attempt to establish normal short term memory status by visual tasks in medical students. To evaluate the influence of gender and also to evaluate changes in short term memory status after application of some standard memory improvement methods. The process of learning is most essential to become academically more effective, and memory status plays an important role. Progressive decrease in memory status in higher trials of word test is due to increase in number of bits/items more than seven as an individual can hold 7 + 2 bits of information. Due to effectiveness of memory improvement methods, there was statistically significant improvement in memory status in all the subjects and more so in females.
Dyslipidemia among Type II Diabetes Mellitus Patients
Authors: Veena H C, Vijayanath Itagi, R H Taklika
Published: January 2024

Background

T2DM often have both quantitative and qualitative abnormalities of lipoproteins that are responsible for increased incidence of microvascular and macrovascular complications. Incidence of coronary heart disease is three to four folds higher in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus compared to non diabetics. It has been proposed that the composition of lipid particles in diabetic dyslipidemia is more atherogenic than other types of dyslipidemia.

Aims & Objective

Evaluate the changes in lipid profile level in diabetes and non diabetic patients.

Method

This study was conducted on 100 subjects (50 T2DM patients with history more than ten yrs diabetes and 50 non diabetic control) with the age group of 40–60 yrs. Fasting plasma glucose and different Lipid fractions were estimated using standard procedure. All values were expressed as mean ± S.D. Statistical significance of differences between control and study groups were evaluated by student's t test. A p-value less than 0.05 were considered as significant.

Results

The serum total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol and triglycerideswere significantly raised where as the level of HDL cholesterol was significantly lower in diabetic subjects as compared to control.

Conclusion

Dyslipidemia is a common finding among DM patients. DM patients should be screened and appropriate management should be instituted to reduce the risk of CHD and atherosclerosis.
Comparative Analysis of CMAP Amplitudes of Electro-physiologically Evaluated Facial Muscles in Facial Palsy Patients
Authors: Virendra Verma , Gaurav Jain
Published: January 2024

Background

The study describes the retrospective analysis of compound motor action potential (CMAP) amplitudes in 50 cases (25 males & 25 females) of facial nerve palsy seen in our neurophysiology Laboratory during last two years.

Methodology

Clinically diagnosed cases of facial nerve palsy encountered at neurophysiology laboratory went under facial nerve conduction studies. Patients evaluated for CMAPs of orbicularis occli, Nasalis and Orbicularis oris muscles were analyzed

Results

Study included 50 male and female (n=25 each) patients of unilateral facial palsy with the mean age of 33.98 ± 14.13 yr. CMAP amplitudes of all the three muscles on affected side were significantly (p value <0.0001) lower compared to that of normal side. CMAP amplitudes in males and females were not significantly different over both affected and normal side muscles. ANOVA of affected and normal side muscles of all the patients showed significantly (p value <0.05) different CMAP amplitudes among both affected side and normal side muscles.

Conclusion

It was concluded that CMAP amplitudes are significantly reduced on the affected side in facial palsy patients and they do not reflect any gender differences. CMAP amplitudes show an increasing trend from orbicularis occuli, nasalis to orbicularis oris muscle.
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice for Prevention and Treatment of Swine Flu in Population of Udaipur City
Authors: Paras Arvindbhai Parekh, Chanchal Shrivastav, G Indra Kumar
Published: January 2024

Background

Swine flu has become a very common seasonal respiratory disease having larger number of morbidities and mortalities. It has created panic situation among general public and health care workers just because of lack of awareness regarding the same.

Aims & Objectives

This study was carried out to reach general public of every class for their perception for this pandemic disease. Knowledge regarding measures for prevention and treatments available if it occurs was the objective of this study. Also to find out myths prevalent in them and to create awareness in proper direction was the objective of this study.

Material and Method

This study was carried out on 500 people chosen randomly from different places of Udaipur having different class and strata. Study was done by making pre-formed questionnaires. Data was analyzed by using SPSS.

Findings

Major part of study population gain information from news papers and TV channels. 76% of study population had heard about swine flu by different resources. Myths are prevalent in 37% of populations regarding causes and mode of occurring of swine flu. Only 23% of study population knows importance of hand-washing as measure for preventing swine flu.

Conclusion

Though large campaign carried out by government and media, people needs to be made aware for every aspects of swine flu through ground level awareness programmes.
Correlation between Non-High-Density Lipoprotein-Cholesterol and Hba1c Levels in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus of Bengaluru City
Authors: Suguna S, M.S.Kusumadevi
Published: January 2024

Background

The common macrovascular complications of diabetes are heart disease and stroke, which accounts for about 50% of death in diabetic patients.1, 2 Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a common secondary cause of hyperlipidemia, particularly, if glycaemic control is poor. 3 Non-high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (non-HDL-C) is a better measure of cardiovascular disease prediction in contrast with glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) in type 2 diabetic patients.

Objectives

In the present study, the correlation of non-HDL-C with HbA1c were examined and evaluated in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Materials and Method

A total of 50 type 2 diabetics were included in the study with a mean age of 55.78(SD: 13.77)years of both gender previously diagnosed regardless of their sociodemographic characteristics and were invited for the assessment of lipid profile and HbA1c levels in Infilife healthcare private limited of Bengaluru city.

Results

Mean (SD) Hba1c levels and Non-HDL levels were 7.60% (2.01) & 159.32(95.60) mg/dL respectively. The study revealed a significant correlation between Hba1c levels and Non-HDL levels with a correlation coefficient(r) of 0.29[p<0.05].

Conclusion

The present study showed that non-HDL-C positively correlates with HbA1c indicating better predictor of glycemic control among Type 2 Diabetes
Assessment of Sympathetic Activity Using Hand Grip Test in Obese Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients
Authors: N.S.V.M. Prabhakara Rao, Mohammed Farhan Ahmed
Published: January 2024

Aim

The aim of the study is to assess sympathetic activity in Obese type 2 Diabetes mellitus patients

Objectives

To investigate any changes in sympathetic activity in obese type 2 diabetes mellitus patients using hand grip test

Methods

50 subjects of both the genders with type 2 Diabetes mellitus of 10–15 years duration and BMI > 25kg/m2 were selected as study group. In sitting posture the subject was asked to apply pressure on hand grip dynamometer at 30% of maximum voluntary contraction (MVC) for 1 minute. BP was recorded simultaneously from non-exercising arm. The procedure was repeated thrice with 5 minutes interval in between. The average increase in DBP was noted as the test response and comparison was made with readings of hand grip test from nonobese nondiabetic subjects which were selected as control group.

Results

Statistical analysis was done using unpaired t test. Increase in diastolic blood pressure with handgrip test in study group was significantly reduced compared to control group.

Conclusion

Sympathetic neuropathy is seen in obese diabetic patients. Obesity could be involved in the impairment of CAN function in type 2 diabetics and body weight control could provide an approach to reducing neuropathic complications.