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Theoretical Review Study: Peran Dan Fungsi Manajemen Dalam Mengelola Bisnis Online Shop
Authors: Amelia Suci Pertiwi  , Dety Mulyanti
Published: May 2023

The role and function of management in managing a business which means managing an online shop business with management is to build good business performance, increase sales, and expand the market. Goals that can be achieved through online shop business management include: improving the quality of products and services, expanding marketing networks through social media and cooperation with other parties, building a loyal consumer community, using the right marketing mix, and utilizing technology to shape the entrepreneurial spirit through online shop business. The purpose of this theoretical review study is to find out how the role and function of management in managing an online shop business. The method used is a theoretical review study by analyzing and comparing existing theories. The result of this theoretical review study is its role and function, namely marketing strategy, human resource management, financial management, and business model canvas. In developing an online shop business, a canvas business model analysis can be carried out and the use of SWOT analysis techniques to determine the advantages, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in the business currently owned. It can be concluded that the role of management is very important in the business world both offline and online. With the management can support parts of marketing, production, accounting, finance, and human resource management. For someone who is running an online shop business, it is also necessary to improve the quality of service to customers in selling quality products. So that in its implementation, it is necessary to carry out a business strategy to analyze the advantages, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in the business currently owned.
Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Talking Stick Berbasis Pembelajaran Hots Terhadap Aktivitas dan Hasil Belajar Siswa
Authors: Alannasir Wahyullah
Published: May 2023

Abstract: The Effect of Hots Learning-Based Talking Stick  Learning Model on  Student Activities and Learning Outcomes.  This study aims to find out an overview of the activities and use of the HOTS learning-based Talking Stick learning model and find out the influence of the HOTS learning-based Talking Stick learning model on students' thematic learning activities and learning outcomes of grade IV students of SD Negeri Daya 2 Makassar. This research approach uses a quantitative approach A type of quasi-experimental research with a pretest-posttest control group design system where there are two classes used. The experimental class uses a HOTS-based talking stick learning model and a control class that does not use a HOTS-based talking stick learning model. The results showed that there were significant differences in Thematic learning activities and student Thematic learning outcomes between students who studied with HOTS learning-based Talking Stick learning and students who studied with conventional learning models in grade IV students of SDN Daya 2 Makassar. In Thematic learning activities, students obtained results of 7,779 > 2,160 based on an independent t test with a significant level of 0.05, while in Thematic learning outcomes students obtained a score of 4,754 > 2,160 based on the results of calculating posttest data using an independent t test.
Desain Rest Area Kawasan PLTB (Pembangkit Listrik Tenaga Bayu) di Desa Kayuloe Timur Kabupaten Jeneponto
Authors: Idrus Ilham , Aksal Muhammad
Published: May 2023

Desa Kayuloe Timur Kecamatan Turatea merupakan salah satu kecamatan yang ada di kabupaten Jeneponto Provinsi Sulawesi Selatan, memiliki kondisi tofografi atau ketinggian yang sama dari permukaaan laut dan potensi angin cukup besar. Sehingga didirikan pembangkit energi listrik tenaga bayu/angin. Sejak berdirinya, PLTB menjadi daya tarik tersendiri bagi penduduk sekitar maupun luar desa, banyak kendaraan melintas yang singgah hanya untuk sekedar berfoto dengan latar kincir angin raksasa. Potensi desa tersebut belum dioptimalkan dengan fasilitas penunjang yang nyaman dan aman bagi pengunjung seperti Rest Area. Berdasarkan realita tersebut maka tujuan kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah untuk menyediakan usulan desain Fasilitas Penunjang Rest Area disekitar kawasan PLTB, Desa Kayuloe Timur, Kecamatan Turatea, Kabupaten Jeneponto. Fasilitas ini diharapkan menjadi solusi terhadap potensi yang belum dioptimalkan dari Desa tersebut. Rest area dapat difungsikan sebagai tempat istirahat sejenak bagi pengendara yang melintas ataupun pengunjung yang sengaja datang menikmati keindahan kincir angin raksasa. Kegiatan pengabdian yang dilakukan oleh Dosen dan Mahasiswa Program studi Teknik sipil Fakultas Teknik ini diawali dengan mengadakan survey lokasi serta pertemuan dengan Pemerintah dan perangkat Desa untuk mendapatkan gambaran awal tentang bangunan yang direncanakan. Hasil akhir berupa desain bangunan Rest Area 2 lantai dengan fasilitas toilet, tempat makan, mushollah dan ruang terbuka hijau yang nyaman bagi pengunjung sehingga daya tarik kawasan tersebut semakin meningkat.
Pemanfaatan Formulasi Kompos Limbah Kulit Buah Kakao Dengan Mikroba Endofit Perakaran Jagung Untuk Pengendalian Penyakit Busuk Tongkol Jagung (Fusarium Vercilloides)
Authors: Jahuddin Rahmat , Putri Vanda Elona , Messa Jamila , Sumange La , Suryani
Published: May 2023

Fusarium verticillioides merupakan salah satu kendala utama produksi jagung yang dapat menurunkan kualitas dan produktivitas hingga 1,8 ton/ha. Penelitian ini  bertujuan  untuk  melihat  efektivitas  formulasi  mikroba endofit perakaran jagung terhadap F. verticillioides, pertumbuhan tanaman jagung dan produksi tanaman jagung. Penelitian dilaksanakan di Kabupaten Soppeng Kecamatan Marioriawa Desa Patampanua, Berlangsung mulai Bulan Februari sampai Juli 2018. Metode Percobaan penelitian ini menggunakan Rancangan Acak Kelompok dengan 8 perlakuan yang masing-masing diulang 3 kali yaitu aplikasi formulasi kompos limbah kulit kakao dengan mikroba endofit Trichoderma spp, Aspergillus  spp,  dan  Bacillus  sp. dengan cara pemupukan dan penyemprotan.  Parameter yang diamati adalah tingkat keparahan infeksi penyakit busuk tongkol F. verticillioides pada beberapa perlakuan aplikasi, tinggi tanaman dan hasil produksi tanaman jagung. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perlakuan formulasi kompos limbah kulit kakao dengan mikroba endofit berpengaruh tidak nyata menekan tingkat serangan penyakit, akan tetapi perlakuan dengan penggunaan mikroba endofit Bacillus sp berpengaruh nyata dengan perlakuan lain pada tinggi tanaman dan produksi tanaman jagung.
Foreign language as a special subject for creation of activity simula-tions
Authors: Agarwal Nimrata
Published: May 2023

The purpose of the article is to substantiate the important characteristics of a foreign language as an educational subject for the creation of special problem situations that contribute to the effective assimilation of foreign language material. The specific objectives include: to analyze types of activity simulations used in the English language classroom; to conduct teachers survey and to reveal the peculiarities of using activity simulations; to develop the algorithm of using activity simulations in the English language classroom. During the educational research we use the following methods: literature review, open-ended survey, observation, content analysis, interview. The research was conducted in the first semester of 2022-2023 academic year and involved 156 teachers of English language of different higher educational institutions throughout the country. The findings showed that brainstorming, education discussion, round table, project-based technology, analysis of real-life situations, and simulation exercise are used most effective in the process of teaching a foreign language. They bring a number of advantages like engagement of students, formation of real-life experience, language practice, improvement of communication, improvement of collaboration, efficient organization of individualized learning, and motivation enhancement.. The research resulted in elaboration of recommendations for the teaching staff of higher educational institutions to use activity simulations in the classroom.
INDONESIAN PREPOSITIONAL PHRASES IN THE SHORT STORY HYANG IBU BY MADE ADNYANA OLE
Authors: Liswahyuningsih Ni Luh Gede , Putra Dede , Windari Kadek , Sukmadana I Wayan Agus , Putri Ni Komang Sabina Sanji
Published: May 2023

This study aims to determine the syntactical and functional structure of Indonesian prepositional phrases in the short story "Hyang Ibu" by Made Adnyana Ole. The focus of the study is prepositional phrase markers and their functions in the phrase. This research is a descriptive qualitative research. The data were identified by underlining all simple sentences that have prepositional phrases in it and writing them on several sheets of paper and classified by its structure. The data were analyzed by taking samples of each type of prepositional phrase function within a sentence. The data were then described in more detail on the internal structure of prepositional phrases supported by the X-bar chart. The results of this study showed that the minimal structure of a PP is a preposition and complement. The internal structure of Indonesian PP found in the data source is formed by a core in the form of preposition and followed by complements and specifiers. Based on the categorical pattern of fillers of prepositional phrases, prepositions di-, ke- and dari- become the core of the phrase. The use of the prepositional phrase di- in the short story "Hyang Ibu" serves to state the setting or place of its existence and medium. The phrase preposition ke- serves to express the direction (setting of place) or purpose. Then the prepositional phrase dari- function is to state the background or place of origin also the comparison meaning.
Cost-effective Automatic Hand Washing System
Authors: Sara Raad Qasim  , Noor Mukdam Diwood  , Yasameen Fawzi Azeez
Published: May 2023

According to World Health Organization recommendations, people should wash their hands regularly, with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. After that, people should avoid touching surfaces. Several hand sanitizer machines were released in markets. These devices are nothing new, but they all sharing the same problems: (1) They all are expensive and not all people were able to buy them in their houses; (2) They all use a sanitizer which is not as effective as soap and water. In this paper, an automatic and cheap hand washing system, based on soap and water, is designed and implemented using simple and low cost components. The proposed system has two parts: one should be connected to the main water faucet and another must be put nearby. This system keen on reducing any virus transmission, helping people to wash their hands properly without touching the water faucet and reduce rationalize water consumption. A microcontroller is used with some sensors and simple parts to build the system. A sensor will detect hands approaching and automatically allow liquid soap flowing. After 20 seconds, a sound will alert the person that the washing time has expired. Also another sensor will check hands approaching to the water faucet. If so, then the system will allow water flowing.
The impact of structural inversion on the hydrocarbon system, northwest Mosul area, Case study Sasan (Sarjoon) Oil Field.
Authors: Amjed, A. Mohammed  , Zuhair, D. Al-Shaikh
Published: May 2023

Sasan field is in Nineveh governorate, 46 Km northwest Mosul city. The present Sasan structure was discovered from surface mapping and 2D seismic defined the Upper Cretaceous reservoir but due to poor data quality, any estimate of oil in places are highly uncertain. Sasan structure from seismic shows Block-Faulted anticline covering a small area (Sasan East). Several normal faults appear to separate SA-2 from SA-1 affected the hydrocarbon system in these two wells. The more possible realistic interpretation is an inverted graben, thick Shiranish Formation in Sasan wells support this interpretation.The model suggest that normal faults created the accommodation during Late Cretaceous (Sinjar trough) and subsequent Tertiary compression uplifted the depocenter creating the topographic depression which interpretated as a fault propagation fold. The last compressional structures can only have been filled with remigrated petroleum from breached, older traps, earlier structures could have been filled by migration from an actively generating source rocks. The exploration potential in the old Sasan structure configuration is good but it is still an exploration play not a commercial oil discovery, although oil is present in Shiranish, Hartha/Mushora and Wajnah formations but not clear if it is recoverable.Gas present in deeper formations, both the oil and gas traps are breaching traps. The best exploration targets should, therefore, be old structures, produced by Late shoulders of Sinjar basin contain many such leads as the prospective leads nominated A, B, C and D.Second best are old structures which have been partially restructured and whose closure has been modified, but not breached. The prospective reservoirs will be at Late Cretaceous, Early Cretaceous and Late Triassic.
Aspects of Iraqi hydrocarbon explorations: obstacles and prospects upgrading
Authors: Amjed, A. Mohammed
Published: May 2023

The goal of hydrocarbon exploration is to find hydrocarbon accumulation in commercial quantities. When studying the proven oil reserves in Iraq (150 billion barrels) and the probable oil reserves (130 billion barrels) and a proven gas reserves (127 trillion cubic feet) and a probable gas reserves (275) trillion cubic feet, we find that such figures put on a huge task on future exploration requirements. The conversion of a large portion of the probable reserve into a proven reserve is a significant support to firstly to maximize the proven reserve and secondly to further consolidate the financial and economic situation of Iraq. The only way to do this is through a steady increase in drilling exploration wells from (2-3) wells annually at present to (10) wells annually at the very least, noting that the total geological structures are (530) structures, of which only (130) have been drilled during the last decade. Therefore, the remaining (400) structures in the light of the currentrate, Iraq needs more than (133) years to cover the required drilling .If the number of drilled wells is increased annually to (10) wells, the period will decrease to (40) years which seems a relatively reasonable period for significant strengthening of Iraqi hydrocarbon proven reserves before the possibility of finding alternatives to this energy in the future .This study focuses on selecting the preferred structures to be drilled depending on the different geological parameters such as minimum rate of risk, dimensions of structures, probable oil API and their total reserves. The study highlights some of the preferred structures for the location of exploratory wells by determining the different possible geological periods with high oil potential. according to tectonic division adapted by the Exploration Oil Company The study also suggests a few structures that are expected to be future giant reservoirs either by deeper drilling of the existing oil fields, taking into account the results of the latest exploration drilling in neighboring countries or in the deeper reservoirs of the inverted structures, besides revaluating some Iraq Oil Company (IPC) wells which suffer from the problem of old methods.
Reconfigurable Antenna for sub-6 GHz and C band Applications
Authors: Akram Jabbar Abdulhussein
Published: May 2023

The future of 5G New Radio (NR) development has many significant concerns. To overcome the working frequency band issue, a frequency-reconfigurable patch antenna based on pin diodes is presented and investigated. The antenna's compact dimensions (30 mm x 20 mm x 1.6 mm) are due to its construction on FR-4 substrate material with a relative permittivity of  = 4.4. A feed port and two switches allow frequency reconfiguration in the antenna module. C-band service is provided by this antenna module's ability to switch between operating at 3.4 GHz, 4.8 GHz, and 7.5 GHz. Simulation of the proposed antenna is accomplished in the CST microwave studio. The presentation and discussion of the radiation pattern and S parameter demonstrate the feasibility of the proposed antenna.  Antenna module's size and performance are both precisely appropriate.
Study of histopathological changes and the levels of TNF-α in Preterm Preeclamptic women
Authors: Alaa Saadi Abbood  , Anwar M. Lazm  , Ahmed F. Hasan
Published: May 2023

Preeclampsia (PE) is a significant contributor to maternal morbidity and mortality that manifests as new-onset hypertension after 20 weeks of pregnancy with signs of uteroplacental or maternal organ dysfunction or proteinuria. This condition is linked to intrauterine growth restriction, preterm birth, placental abruption, fetal distress, and fetal death in utero. The findings of the recent study can be summed up as follows: Hematoxylin and eosin staining of placenta tissues revealed a significant area of calcification in the villous stroma. Additionally, increased collagen fibers around blood vessels and varying degrees of mononuclear cell infiltration are caused by capillary and vein congestion. The Masson's Trichrome stain revealed deposited fibrin between decidual cells and extra-villous cytotrophoblasts, which were surrounded by mature intermediate and terminal villi. Congestion of veins with increased fibrin deposits around veins and arterial vessels with increased fibrocytes When the data was statistically analyzed, it was discovered that PE pregnant women had significantly p<0.05 higher levels of serum   TNF- α  , than normotensive women (  NT ). Finally, the study found a link between preterm PE and women's pregnancy, as well as histopathologic and immunological parameters in preterm PE and NT women.
IMPORTANCIA DEL TUTOR PARA LA CALIDAD ACADÉMICA DE LA TESIS DE GRADO: RECOMENDACIONES DESDE EL ENFOQUE POR COMPETENCIAS
Authors: Quintana Antezana Jaime Gonzalo
Published: May 2023

El presente ensayo busca visibilizar la importancia que tiene el tutor para la realización de una tesis. Pues, se considera, que éste le brinda el sentido, determina los alcances y la fundamentación teórica que necesita; sustentado, desde luego, en su conocimiento y experiencia en el área. Es por eso que, su adecuada elección es trascendental para la construcción del conocimiento y el éxito del proyecto.
Llegándose a considerar que, no cualquier persona podría ser un buen tutor, puesto que se requiere de una serie de conocimientos, habilidades y destrezas que determinan y condicionan los resultados finales que se pueden alcanzar. Debido a ello, en éste trabajo, se desglosaron una serie de competencias, que el autor considera necesarias para todo tutor que quiera lograr un progreso sostenido en el desarrollo de una tesis.
Las reflexiones aquí surgidas provienen de la lectura atenta de muchos libros de metodología de la investigación; donde en pocas ocasiones, se vio que se tomó en cuenta, la importancia que tiene el tutor para la tesis. Como también, gran parte de lo escrito provino de las conversaciones mantenidas con tesistas que relataron sus vicisitudes con sus respectivos tutores.
 
Fecha de recepción: 12/09/22. Fecha de evaluación: 30/09/22. Fecha de aprobación: 20/12/22.
MIGRACIÓN FAMILIAR DE RETORNO DESDE UNA PERSPECTIVA TRANSNACIONAL: EL CASO DE UNA FAMILIA BOLIVIANA ENTRE ESPAÑA Y BOLIVIA
Authors: Carrero Ruiz Efraín
Published: May 2023

El presente artículo analiza las prácticas y estrategias establecidas por una familia boliviana transnacional que mediante la migración de algunos de sus miembros a España redefinió su proyecto de vida en Bolivia. La investigación está realizada en Bolivia años después del retorno. Se profundiza en la experiencia transnacional de la familia y en la reorganización del proyecto de vida en origen, así como en los lazos establecidos entre los familiares que migraron y aquellos que se quedaron.
Así mismo, se estableció una observación en profundidad en el ambiente familiar bajo una convivencia prolongada. La investigación se estructura a partir de un enfoque cualitativo que utiliza las entrevistas en profundidad y la observación participante cómo herramienta de recolección de datos. Mediante la suma de ambas realidades sociales (sociedad emisora y sociedad receptora) se establecen tres elementos discursivos para entender la propuesta migratoria: 1) establecer las relaciones de los imaginarios sociales que intervienen en la decisión de migrar; 2) identificar el rol de la familia y las estrategias establecidas para perpetuar el proyecto migratorio; 3) interpretar la experiencia transmigratoria vivida por la familia y la redefinición del proyecto de vida en origen. El texto ofrece una visión profunda de experiencias personales anexionadas a la vivencia familiar.
 
Fecha de recepción: 29/06/22. Fecha de evaluación: 19/08/22. Fecha de aprobación: 20/12/22.
Small non-volant mammals from Bosque Protector Cerro Blanco, a fragment of tropical dry forest in western Ecuador
Authors: Bravo-Salinas Ronald , Pinto C. Miguel , Brito Jorge , Salas Jaime A.
Published: May 2023

Basic diversity studies of small non-volant mammals are scarce in western Ecuador, evidencing a knowledge gap regarding the mammalian fauna in the region. These organisms play key roles in important ecological processes and may be affected by several anthropogenic factors. Herein we report the results of a rapid assessment of marsupials and rodents of Bosque Protector Cerro Blanco (Guayas province), a fragment of dry forest surrounded by urban development. Between October 2016 and March 2017, we trapped rodents and marsupials with Sherman and Tomahawk live traps; also, we conducted direct observations and searched for skeletal remains. We recorded nine species of small non-volant mammals, seven native and two invasive. The marsupial Marmosa simonsi was the most frequently captured species. We reported three previously unrecorded species for this reserve: Sigmodon peruanus, Aegialomys baroni, and Rhipidomys latimanus. We recommend continued monitoring of the mammalian fauna of Cerro Blanco using alternative techniques such as pitfall traps, canopy live traps, and analysis of owl pellets. These efforts will permit a better understanding of the marsupial and rodent assemblage in this important site for biodiversity conservation in coastal Ecuador, a region that unfortunately faces intense human pressure.
A structural model of nursing students’ performing communication skills
Authors: Gil Cho Rong , Sung Kyung Mi
Published: May 2023

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to construct and test a structural model of nursing students’ performing communication skills.Methods: The data collection was conducted from October 13 to October 20, 2020. The participants were 286 students from nursing colleges located in three cities. The data analysis method was a covariance structure analysis with using IBM SPSS statistics version 23.0 and AMOS 21.0 statistical programs.Results: The hypothetical model showed a proper fit with the data: root mean square error of approximation=.08, standardized root mean square residual=.06, adjusted goodness of fit=.85, normed fit index=.91, and comparative fit index=.94. The model fit indices were normed to fit index=2.96. Statistically significant explanatory variables for the performing communication skills of nursing students were peer support, emotional intelligence, ethical sensitivity, and communication self-efficacy. The variables accounted for 66.1% of the performing communication skills of nursing students.Conclusion: Based on the above results, it appears necessary to develop strategies for improving the performing communication skills of nursing students, and having positive effects on health outcomes of the subjects by considering the variables of peer support, emotional intelligence, ethical sensitivity, and communication self-efficacy. Such strategies could potentially have positive effects on the health outcomes of the patients.
The effect of grit on the work engagement of nurses: The mediating effects of positive psychological capital and burnout
Authors: Park Mi Kyung , Kim Won Hwa
Published: May 2023

Purpose: This study was conducted to identify the effects of grit on the work engagement of nurses and to identify the mediating effects of positive psychological capital and burnout in the relationship between grit and work engagement.Methods: The study subjects were 182 nurses who had been working in a general hospital for more than six months. The data were collected from July 12 to July 26, 2021. The collected 182 sets of data were analyzed by descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and a hierarchical regression analysis using IBM SPSS statistics version 23.0 and also by bootstrapping using SPSS Process Macro.Results: As a result of the analyses, it was found that higher work engagement was associated with higher grit, higher positive psychological capital, and lower burnout. The mediating effects of positive psychological capital and burnout in the relationship between grit and work engagement were found to be both direct and indirect.Conclusion: This study provides basic data suggesting that an education program designed to reduce burnout and reinforce grit and positive psychological capital is necessary to promote the work engagement of nurses in clinical settings.
Impact of Machine Learning and Prediction Models in the Diagnosis of Oral Health Conditions
Authors: Panda Nihar Ranjan , Satapathy Soumya Subhashree , Bhuyan Sanat Kumar , Bhuyan Ruchi
Published: May 2023

Introduction: Recent developments in data science and the employment of machine learning algorithms (ML) have revolutionized health sciences in the prediction of diseases using laboratory data. Oral diseases are observed in all age groups and are estimated to affect about a 3.5billion people as per WHO 2022 statistics. Using the existing diagnostic data and taking advantage of ML and prediction models would benefit developing a prediction model for diagnosing oral diseases. Hence, it is quite essential to understand the basic terminologies used in the prediction model.

Methods: We retrieve various research papers using Scopus, PubMed, and google scholar databases, where prediction models were used in dentistry. The idea of this review is to explore current models, model validation, discrimination, calibration, and bootstrapping methods used in prediction models for oral diseases.

Results: The current advancement of ML techniques plays a significant task in the diagnosis and prognosis of oral diseases.

Conclusion: The use of prediction models using ML techniques can improve the accuracy of the treatment methods in oral health. This article aims to provide the required framework, data sets, and methodology to build ML and prediction models for oral diseases.
An evaluation of the inter-rater reliability in a clinical skills objective structured clinical examination
Authors: De Beer V , Nel J , Pieterse FP , Snyman A , Joubert G , Labuschagne MJ
Published: May 2023

Background. An objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) is a performance-based examination used to assess health sciences students and is awell-recognised tool to assess clinical skills with or without using real patients.Objectives. To determine the inter-rater reliability of experienced and novice assessors from different clinical backgrounds on the final mark allocationsduring assessment of third-year medical students’ final OSCE at the University of the Free State.Methods. This cross-sectional analytical study included 24 assessors and 145 students. After training and written instructions, two assessors per station(urology history taking, respiratory examination and gynaecology skills assessment) each independently assessed the same student for the same skill bycompleting their individual checklists. At each station, assessors could also give a global rating mark (from 1 to 5) as an overall impression.Results. The urology history-taking station had the lowest mean score (53.4%) and the gynaecology skills station the highest (71.1%). Seven (58.3%) ofthe 12 assessor pairs differed by >5% regarding the final mark, with differences ranging from 5.2% to 12.2%. For two pairs the entire confidence interval(CI) was within the 5% range, whereas for five pairs the entire CI was outside the 5% range. Only one pair achieved substantial agreement (weightedkappa statistic 0.74 ‒ urology history taking). There was no consistency within or across stations regarding whether the experienced or novice assessorgave higher marks. For the respiratory examination and gynaecology skills stations, all pairs differed for the majority of students regarding the globalrating mark. Weighted kappa statistics indicated that no pair achieved substantial agreement regarding this mark.Conclusion. Despite previous experience, written instructions and training in the use of the checklists, differences between assessors were found inmost cases.
The value of routine empiric antibiotic use in neonates born to mothers with prolonged rupture of membranes
Authors: Gcaba T C , Singh R , Jeena P M
Published: May 2023

Background. The routine use of empiric antibiotics in neonates born to mothers with prolonged rupture of membranes (PROM) iscontroversial.Objectives. To determine the incidence of probable and proven sepsis in such neonates and identify risk factors for sepsis and theiroutcomes.Methods. This was a retrospective chart review conducted at King Edward VIII Hospital over two years. Study participants included 200neonates and 181 mothers. Data were captured onto Microsoft Excel, collated and analysed using descriptive statistics and comparative data utilising the R Core Team’s R Statistical Computing Software, 2020.Results. Seven neonates (3.5%) had proven sepsis, 58 (29%) had probable sepsis, and 135 (67.5%) were without sepsis. Two (1.0%) neonates died and 188 (94.0%) received antibiotics. White cell count was normal in all cases without sepsis and abnormal in 65.5% and 28.6% of cases with probable and proven sepsis, respectively. A raised C-reactive protein was observed in only 22.4% and 14.3% of neonates with probable and proven sepsis, respectively. One hundred and sixty-seven (83.5%) mothers had no Group B Streptococcus (GBS) screening. Of those screened, three had GBS infection, but two did not receive antibiotics.Conclusions. The incidence of sepsis following PROM is low. Identifying neonates at risk is challenging, but the absence of clinical features and normal rapidly obtained supportive laboratory markers of sepsis provides reassurance that antibiotics could be temporarily withheld. Better GBS screening programmes and appropriate antibiotic responses for pregnant women should be implemented rigorously.
Rare Anatomic Variation of Anterior Communicating Artery Associated with a Rupture of Saccular Aneurysm
Authors: Jeon Yo Han , Choi Sangjoon , Lee SangHan , Park Ji Hyun , Lee Jong Kyu , Yeo Nam Seok
Published: May 2023

Although most cerebral aneurysms are considered as acquired degenerative lesions, diverse anatomical variations in the circle of Willis have been encountered, some of which may play an important role in lesion hemodynamics and pathogenesis. The coalescence of the small vascular plexus to form the anterior communicating artery at the 6-7-week embryological stage may lead to developmental variations, such as fenestration and duplication. Herein, we report a rare anatomical variant of the anterior communicating artery that was concomitantly identified with a ruptured aneurysm. Both the right and left anterior cerebral arteries were connected by three anterior communicating arteries. A vertical segmental artery was present and connected the two anterior communicating arteries, forming an H-shape or plexiform structure. Furthermore, a 0.6×0.4 cm-sized saccular aneurysm with antero-inferior projection was present in the middle anterior communicating artery. The combination of triplication and H-shape in the present case was compared to previously reported anatomical variants.
Trends in infection-related patient safety incident reporting before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in Korea
Authors: Kim Eun-Jin , Park Yeon-Hwan
Published: May 2023

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to analyze the trends and characteristics of infection-related patient safety incident reporting before and during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic in Korea, and to provide basic data for preventing infection-related patient safety incidents and improving their management. Methods: A cross-sectional analysis of secondary national data (Patient Safety Reporting Data) was conducted. In total, 517 infection-related patient safety incidents reported from 2018 to 2021 were analyzed. Changes in the number of reports before and during the COVID-19 pandemic and differences in variables related to infection-related patient safety incidents were analyzed using the chi-square test and independent t-test in SPSS 29.0.Results: This study found that infection-related patient safety incidents decreased during the COVID-19 pandemic compared to before the pandemic. Furthermore, incident-related characteristics, such as the type of healthcare organization, severity of harm, and post-incident actions, changed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Conclusion: The many changes in the infection control system and practices during the COVID-19 pandemic may have contributed to a decrease in the reporting of infection-related patient safety incidents. It is hoped that longitudinal studies on patient safety incidents related to the pandemic and analytical studies on factors influencing patient safety incidents will continue to be conducted to prevent and improve patient safety incidents.
Agroecologia, economia solidária e educação ambiental crítica como ferramentas de justiça ambiental
Authors: Tostes Flávia , Moysés Yana dos Santos , De Almeida Nicole Carolina Araújo , Penha Mateus Gonzaga Castro , Lopes Bruna dos Santos Gomes , Borba Andriele Mendes
Published: May 2023

O papel primordial de uma instituição acadêmica é participar na transformação do seu meio social, sendo necessário a contribuição desta com ações que visem (re) pensarmos formas de produções locais mais criativas e solidárias, tendo como base princípios agroecológicos, os quais se baseiam em formas de produção/consumo mais plural, diversa, saudável, sustentável, justa e democrática que fazem girar a economia local e proporcionam garantias à segurança e soberania alimentar. A partir dessas reflexões, o objetivo deste trabalho é analisar os significados epistemológico-político-pedagógico(s) da implementação de um projeto político-pedagógico de articulação entre a agroecologia e a economia solidária dentro de uma educação ambiental crítica como ferramenta de justiça ambiental em uma escola localizada na Zona Portuária da cidade do Rio de Janeiro, com os alunos do sexto e nono ano do ensino fundamental. Foram construídos e aplicados diversos artefatos de aprendizagem voltados à agroecologia: apresentação de filmes, aplicação de jogos, trabalhos de campo no território da escola- zona portuária da cidade do Rio de Janeiro, como no Instituto Pretos Novos (IPN), elaboração e realização de um questionário de Pegada Ecológica, elaborado a partir de princípios agroecológicos, construção de mapas mentais, entre outros. Verifica-se a formação de maior criticidade entre os sujeitos envolvidos de seus próprios territórios, principalmente a partir dos mapas de racismo e justiça ambiental do território da escola, os quais foram elaborados pela(os) próprias(os) alunas(os) envolvidas(os) e que representam também um instrumento de resistência. Acredita-se que esse seja o primeiro passo para o (re) pensar e a criação e/ou fortalecimento de ações e espaços mais solidários, criativos e justos, a partir de relações mais próximas entre terra-alimento-produtor-consumidor.
Análise do crescimento e impacto das Startups Fintechs nas economias dos países emergentes do BRICS
Authors: Barros Alice de Souza Araujo , Silva Paulo Vitor Jordão da Gama
Published: May 2023

Este estudo busca analisar o crescimento e o impacto das Startups de Fintechs nas economias dos países emergentes do BRICS (Brasil, Rússia, Índia, China e África do Sul) durante o período de 2009 a 2019 nas 5 principais Fintechs de cada economia. Neste estudo serão abordados os principais tipos de Fintechs, como está o seu desenvolvimento em cada país do BRICS e explora os principais estudos relacionados. Foram propostos e aplicados 5 modelos inéditos considerando as seguintes dimensões de análise: o ambiente de negócio das Fintechs; a influência das Fintechs na atividade econômica; o efeito regulação das Fintechs; o ambiente bancário; e a influência dos investimentos que estão entrando nos países.  Foi possível verificar a eficiência e aderência da maioria dos modelos apesar de cada economia reagir de forma diferente aos estímulos internos e externos em relação as novas Fintechs onde houve uma sinergia entre crescimento bancário e das Fintechs, bem como uma tendência de maior participação de investimentos internacionais nestas empresas e uma migração dos usuários para o meio digital com o crescente uso de smartphones.
Estudos das medidas atitudinais de pessoas na gestão de projetos públicos
Authors: Tavares Júnior Rafael , Filho Flávio de São Pedro
Published: May 2023

Para a participação dos colaboradores na excelência das ações em projetos públicos se faz fundamental a valorização dos indivíduos, por meio de liderança capaz de motivá-los ao sucesso. Esse trabalho tem por objetivo geral estudar a complexidade relacionada à operacionalidade da Gestão de projetos públicos com foco em estratégia, liderança, motivação e outros. A tarefa tem base na Teoria da Nova Administração Pública, que abordam sobre os meios para aperfeiçoar práticas do modelo burocrático, combatendo as suas disfunções, incorporando práticas bem sucedidas. A pesquisa ora apresentada desenvolveu-se a partir do método de análise de conteúdo, com levantamento bibliográfico e demais procedimentos afins. Como resultado, se faz possível afirmar que o líder busca, em primeiro lugar, desenvolver as aptidões e potencialidades para direcionar a equipe, e influenciar positivamente ou negativamente a execução de projetos; identificou-se que alguns fatores podem influenciar o efetivo desenvolvimento da gestão de projetos públicos, como o empoderamento das equipes; o oferecimento de um clima organizacional favorável ao desenvolvimento; o alinhamento dentre a cultura, clima e estratégia; ademais, ratifica-se a relevância do líder, na postura a ser adotada pela organização diante dos cenários apresentados pela matriz SWOT neste estudo, seja na adoção de indiquem estratégia de: sobrevivência, na manutenção, no crescimento ou desenvolvimento. Essa é uma contribuição a gestores em geral, comprometidos com o sucesso em projetos de interesse público e inovação em serviços, servindo de suporte em decisões ótimas mediante a orientação de indivíduos e grupos ao sucesso nas entregas esperadas pelo cidadão pagador de imposto.
Os reflexos da variação da produção agropecuária nos investimentos de cooperativas paranaenses
Authors: Orsatto Luis Felipe , Mueller Willian Campos , Ledesma Guadalupe Belén González , Da Fonseca Marcos Wagner
Published: May 2023

No Brasil, a atividade agropecuária é uma das principais bases da economia do país, apresentando uma evolução e um desenvolvimento favorável desde os princípios da colonização até o século XXI. No Paraná, as cooperativas agroindustriais se destacam quanto à movimentação da produção e da exportação de produtos agrícolas no estado, sendo também responsáveis por boa parte do PIB gerado. Diante do exposto, surgiu o interesse de estudar a produção agropecuária nos investimentos das cooperativas paranaenses.  O objetivo deste estudo é verificar a existência de relação entre a produção colhida de soja, milho e trigo e do abate de suínos e aves com os investimentos das cooperativas C.Vale, Copacol, Coopavel, Copagril, Capal, Castrolanda, Coamo, Cocamar, Coopagricola, Integrada, Frísia e Primato. Os dados das contas de imobilizado, investimentos e intangível foram obtidos dos relatórios contábeis dos anos de 2012 a 2015, disponíveis nos sites das cooperativas pesquisadas e também dos relatórios anuais impressos disponíveis para consulta. Já os dados de produção agrícola e pecuária foram obtidos das bases de dados da SEAB e do IBGE. Para verificar a relação entre as variáveis, foi utilizada a regressão linear, através do software estatístico IBM SPSS ® (v.22) e IBM SPSS AMOS ® (v.21). Verificou-se que a maior parte da produção de produtos agropecuários analisados possui relação com os investimentos (imobilizado, investimento e intangível) das doze cooperativas objeto deste estudo.
Constraints and Suggestions Regarding Supply Chain of Mushroom Cultivation in Dehradun District of Uttarakhand, India
Authors: Avanish  , S. Noel Ashish
Published: May 2023

The cultivation of mushrooms has gained significant attention as an alternative agricultural practice due to its high nutritional value, medicinal properties, and eco-friendly nature. However, the effective management of the supply chain in mushroom cultivation presents numerous challenges. This research paper aims to identify the constraints associated with the supply chain of mushroom cultivation and provide suggestions for their improvement.The study was conducted in 2023 (February – March) in the Raipur block of Dehradun. The data were collected via questionnaire and direct interview from 60 growers and 20 traders. Region was specifically chosen due to the significant presence of growers and traders. The reason behind this selection was the growers' shift towards mushroom cultivation as a result of untimely rains and crop damage. Mushroom cultivation offered a controlled indoor environment, mitigating the risks associated with unpredictable weather conditions. However, over time, both the growers and traders encountered challenges in the management aspects of cultivation, as well as post-harvesting. Grower perceived major constraints were Inadequate supply of spawn at appropriate time, Unfavourable climatic conditions, no cold storage facilities, poor marketing avenues and people regard mushroom as a non-veg food were ranked first. It is therefore recommended that constraints should be checked to maximize the production. To do that, extension agencies should take up skill-oriented training programmes and awareness programmes, cold storage facilities should be provided to accelerate the self-life.
A Study on Knowledge of Farmers for the Production of Vermicompost in Kurnool District of Andhra Pradesh, India
Authors: Kasthuri M. B. L. Amrutha , Jahanara Ms.
Published: May 2023

A study was carried out to study the knowledge level of farmers in the production  of vermicompost. A structured interview schedule was developed to complete the study and 120 farmers were taken from 10 villages of selected block of district purposively. The knowledge level of respondents clearly visible that majority 52.5% of the vermicompost users had medium level of knowledge on vermicompost production technology, 25.30 % and 22.5 % of the vermicompost users has low and high level of knowledge on vermicompost technology respectively. It can be concluded that knowledge level of majority of respondents was medium.
Influence of Nitrogen and Plant Growth Regulators on Yield and Economics of Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)
Authors: Saharsh Malkarnekar , Singh Rajesh
Published: May 2023

A field experiment was conducted during Rabi season, 2022 at crop research farm, Department of Agronomy at Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences, Prayagraj Uttar Pradesh India. The objective is to study the effect of nitrogen and plant growth regulators on yield and economics of wheat (Triticum aestivum L.). The research consists of three levels of Nitrogen (120, 140 and 160 kg/ha) and three plant growth regulators [CCC – 0.2%, Tebuconazole – 0.1% and CCC – 0.2% + Tebuconazole – 0.1%]. The experiment was laid out in randomized block design (RBD) with ten treatment combinations and replicated thrice. The soil in experimental field was sandy loam in texture, having alkaline reaction (pH 7.7) with very low organic carbon (0.44%), available higher level N (171.48 kg/ha), P (27.0 kg/ha) and higher level of K (291.2 kg/ha). Application of Nitrogen (160 kg/ha) along with CCC (Chlormequat chloride) - 0.2% and Tebuconazole - 0.1% showed significantly higher yield attributes viz. maximum number of effective tillers/m2 (271), more spike length (15.10 cm), maximum number of grains/spike (60.05), higher test weight (39.75), and yield viz. Higher grain yield (4.66 t/ha) and Straw yield (6.98 t/ha). Economics of treatments viz. maximum Gross returns (140928.42 INR/ha), maximum Net returns (99715.52 INR/ha) and Benefit - cost ratio (2.42) was recorded in treatment - T9 [N3 -160 kg/ha + CCC (0.2%) + Tebuconazole (0.1%)].
Seasonal Photosynthesis Variations of Dominant Tree Species Used in Different Urban Landscapes
Authors: Abhilash K. P. , Devakumar A. S.
Published: May 2023

Photosynthesis is the only natural process that converts photon energy into chemical energy, and it is responsible for 90–95% of plant biomass accumulation and hence growth. Environmental factors such as light, temperature, and CO2 concentration in the atmosphere are major factors that influence photosynthesis, and excess of these can cause stress on plants. The photosynthetic response of tree species is found to vary to these factors. Therefore, the photosynthetic response of tree species can be a good indicator to assess these environmental factors that are changing due to urbanization and can be used to mitigate these factors as well by cultivating suitable tree species. The present study provides information on the seasonal variations in photosynthetic activity in six tree species. In the present study during the month of May (late summer to early monsoon) most of the tree species showed higher photosynthetic rates. It is also noticed that transpiration rate and water use efficiency was more in the month of May compared to other months. An increase in net photosynthesis and transpiration is observed among the tree species under high rainfall conditions 285.2 mm. It is also observed that photosynthesis decreased where the evaporative demand is very high.
A Review on the Impact of Organic and Biofertilizer Amendments on Growth, Yield, and Quality of Strawberry
Authors: Singh Tanya , Rajan Rajni , Vamsi Thammali , Kumar Akshay , Ramprasad Rahul Rodge , Gopichand Gundu Boina , Chundurwar Keerthana
Published: May 2023

The effects of using organic additives and biofertilizers such as vermicompost, panchgavya, beejamruth, jeevamruth, and organic manure on the growth and production of strawberries were studied. High levels of inorganic compound use in agriculture can negatively impact crop sustainability, increase cultivation costs, and decrease productivity. Traditional farming practices, like conservation agriculture, are being adopted more due to the negative effects of chemical fertilizers on soil health. Biofertilizers, which are made from living organisms that can either produce nitrogen or create a beneficial environment for plants, are more organic, cost-effective, and do not harm the soil as like chemical fertilisers. Hence, in this review, we are discussing the impact of organic amendments on strawberry.