bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Can lumbar paraspinal muscle/fat ratio and spinopelvic parameters predict short-term outcomes after decompressive surgeries in lumbar disc herniation and lumbar spinal stenosis?
Authors: Karakoc Habib Canberk , Zileli Mehmet , Yaman Onur , Paksoy Kemal
Published: September 2023

Background and Objectives:

We aimed to investigate whether the lumbar paraspinal muscle/fat ratio influences the outcomes of patients who had simple decompressive surgeries for lumbar disc herniation (LDH) or lumbar spinal stenosis. We also wanted to see if the spinopelvic parameters change with surgery and whether this change influences the outcomes.

Materials and Methods:

This was a prospective study on patients with lumbar spinal stenosis (20 patients) and LDH (20 patients) who underwent simple discectomy or decompressive surgery between November 2021 and May 2022. Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for back and leg pain, Oswestry Disability Index, and Japanese Orthopedic Association (JOA) score were performed before and 3 months after surgery. Spinopelvic parameters were measured on whole spine radiographs before and 3 months after surgery. On axial magnetic resonance images, paraspinal muscle volume and muscle/fat ratios were calculated. All data were statistically analyzed with SPSS program.

Results:

There was a significant improvement in VAS, Oswestry, and JOA scores after surgery. We observed that more preoperative paraspinal muscle mass was positively correlated with lumbar lordosis (LL) and negatively correlated with sagittal vertical axis (SVA), VAS leg scores, and Oswestry scores. Furthermore, we observed a positive correlation between preoperative SVA and VAS leg scores.

Conclusion:

Despite limited number of patients, and shorter follow-ups, this prospective study demonstrates a correlation among the lumbar paraspinal muscle/fat ratio, preoperative/postoperative spinopelvic parameters, and surgical outcomes. Increased paraspinal muscle ratio was correlated with lower SVA values and increased LL; lower VAS leg scores; higher Oswestry scores which reflects better surgical outcomes.
Posttraumatic extraskeletal chondroma of the posterior neck: A systematic literature review on a rare finding and report of a case
Authors: Pompeo Edoardo , Gagliardi Filippo , Medone Marzia , Roncelli Francesca , De Domenico Pierfrancesco , Snider Silvia , Terreni Mariarosa , Mortini Pietro
Published: September 2023

Extraskeletal chondromas (EC) are uncommon, benign cartilaginous tumours. Most common locations are upper and lower extremities. Location in the neck is extremely rare and reported only within the anterior compartment. Data are limited to just four case reports in the paediatric population. The first case of EC in neck’s posterior compartment is described herein. EC present peculiar features on imaging. Aetiology is unclear; however, trauma has been suggested as possible causative mechanism. Treatment of choice is surgical excision; recurrence is not uncommon, but additional removal seems to be resolutive. All cases in literature were asymptomatic, except for one presenting respiratory stridor. The present patient suffered from neck functional limitation and upper limb hypoesthesia. Symptoms improved after surgery in both cases. Imaging follow-up at 6 months in the present case showed no sign of recurrence. ECs are rare, benign lesions. However, they may be preoperatively misinterpreted as more malignant counterparts (both radiologically or histologically), so accurate diagnostic work-up and planning of the surgical procedure are essential.
Social trust and COVID-appropriate behavior
Authors: Kar Brajaballav , Kar Nilamadhab , Panda Madhu C
Published: September 2023

Introduction:

General trust and trust in various social institutions/agents are argued to positively influence the outcome, more so, in a crisis. Mitigating a crisis requires actions from individuals, family, friends, co-workers, various policymaking, and implementing agencies, media, and other agencies with whom people interact. In the COVID-19 situation, people individuals did not have a choice but to access essential services even with the risk of infection. Personal experiences also guide individuals' trust in various social groups and are responsible for taking individual action of protecting themselves in the pandemic. To what extent people trusted various social groups and observed appropriate behavior is investigated in this research.

Methods:

Responses were collected through a structured, web-based questionnaire where respondents self-reported their trust in various social agents and the extent to which they observed COVID-appropriate behavior. Respondents primarily belonged to the eastern part of India.

Results:

This study finds significant demographic differences in observing appropriate behavior leading to an identification of a vulnerable group. Second, trust in the inner group (family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers among others) is least important whereas trust in professionals and administrative institutions is the most important. Trust in the central government, media, and politicians among others is counterproductive to observing the appropriate behavior.

Conclusion:

People repose higher trust in professionals and administrative institutions in a crisis situation. Professional and administrative leadership helps in more effective crisis management leading to better behavioral compliance of the public. Any other leadership may be ineffective or counter-productive.
Multilevel zero inflated and hurdle models for under five-child mortality in Indonesia
Authors: Wijaya Madona Yunita
Published: September 2023

Introduction:

Overcoming under-five mortality rate remains a great challenge for Indonesia to meet the national target despite its notable advancements and progress in reducing child mortality rate. Therefore, understanding risk factors of under-five mortality is essential to enhance the health and well-being of children. This research seeks to investigate associated factors of under-five mortality in Indonesia by using the 2017 Indonesia Demographic and Health Survey data.

Methods:

The multilevel zero-inflated and multilevel hurdle models are considered to handle unobserved heterogeneity that may occur at province level, and to model prevalence and risk of child death as a joint process, which are reported in terms of odds ratio (OR) and incidence ratio rate (IRR), respectively.

Results:

Lower number of household members (IRR = 0.803, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.784–0.823), older mother's age at first birth (IRR = 1.020, 95% CI: 1.007–1.032), higher number of children ever born (IRR = 1.491, 95% CI: 1.450–1.533), lower mother's education (IRR = 1.224, 95% CI: 1.013–1.479), and lower father's education (IRR = 1.232, 95% CI: 1.015–1.495) are significantly associated with higher total death numbers in children before the age of 5 years. Furthermore, the odds of no child death are significantly higher among mother who use a contraceptive method (OR = 11.088, 95% CI: 6.659–18.462) and among household in higher quantile wealth (OR = 1.133, 95% CI: 1.005–1.277).

Conclusion:

This evidence-based empirical highlights priority risk factors that might provide insight for policymakers, health professional, and the community in general to design appropriate intervention to help reduce the burden of under-five mortality in the country.
Pediatrics vascular injury management with total replacement of blood volume- Anesthesia challenges: A case report
Authors: Khan Muhammad Furqan , Ahmed Syed Shabbir
Published: September 2023

Background: Vascular injuries with significant blood loss causing ischemia and revascularization for limb salvage are rarely done in developing countries. Hence, most hospitals and surgeons lack the experience to deal with vascular injuries.
Case Presentation: A 9-year-old child presented with left subclavian artery transection and massive hemorrhage. The patient required massive transfusions during the repair of the injured vessel. Herein, we describe the challenges faced during the management of this patient.
Conclusion: In an emergency setting, full optimization is not always possible. Every effort should be made to manage the patient by utilizing the available resources without undue delays.
Functional Retrocaval paraganglioma: Case Report and Review of Literature
Authors: Pal Dilip kumar , Sarkar Debansu , Tandon Mrinal
Published: September 2023

Background: Functional paragangliomas are the rare curable cause of secondary hypertension.It usually occurs in the head and neck region but are rare in the retroperitoneum.

 

Case Report: We present a case of an 18 years old young boy who presented with the functional retrocaval paraganglioma.

 

Conclusion: Retroperitoneal paragangliomas are rare tumours with a limited number of cases reported. The localization in the retroperitoneal region is usually uncommon and is a challenge for surgical resection. Complete surgical resection remains the only curative treatment for paragangliomas.
ANALISIS PENGARUH KETIDAKSEIMBANGAN BEBAN PADA TRANSFORMATOR DISTRIBUSI DI UNIT LAYANAN PELANGGAN (ULP) MEDAN BARU
Authors: Hutagalung Mycael Gading Muda , Sitohang Parlindungan , Napitupulu Janter , Simamora Antonius M
Published: September 2023

Semua system  penyalur arus listrik akan mengalamii ketidakseimbangn beban .ketidak sseimbangan  ini terjadi  dalam system distriibusi  tenaga listrk yang memakai jaringan listrik tegangan rendah  .ini dikibatkan  oleh karna waktu penghidupan beban  listrik yang tidak serentak oleh pengguna listrik.ketidak seimbangn beban tersebut pada setiap pahase (R,S,T) akan membuat listrik mengalir di penghantarnetral trafo.Listrik yang mengalir tersebut dipenghantar netral trafo ini menyebabkan  rugi-rugi (losses) yang akan membuat rugi PLN sebagai pembagi tenaga listrikk.dalam penelitian,bisa dikatakan  jika semakin besar ketidak seimbangan  fasa (r,s,t) maka akan besar arus yang akan mengaliri di kabel netral trafo sehingga rugi rugi (Losses) DI  trafo akan  meningkatkan.
PENGARUH MODEL PEMBELAJARAN INKUIRI BERBASIS KONSEP MERDEKA BELAJAR TERHADAP KEMAMPUAN BERPIKIR KRITIS MATERI SUHU DAN KALOR KELAS XI SMA SWASTA GAJAH MADA MEDAN
Authors: Zai Yurina , Halawa Arna Dewi Setia , Susanto Irwan , Tampubolon Rameyanti
Published: September 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh model pembelajaran Inkuiri Berbasis Konsep Merdeka Belajar Terhadap Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis Fisika Pada Materi Pokok Suhu dan Kalor kelas XI SMA Swasta Gajah Mada Medan T.P 2022/2023. Jenis penelitian ini adalah quasi eksperimen. Populasi dari penelitian adalah seluruh siswa kelas XI semester I SMA Swasta Gajah Mada Medan yang terdiri dari atas 2 kelas dengan jumlah seluruh siswa adalah 50 orang. Pengambilan sampel dilakukan dengan acak kelas (cluster random sampling), dan menjadi sampel dalam penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas kelas XI MIA 1 sebagai kelas eksperimen, yang diajarkan dengan model pembelajaran inkuiri berbasis konsep merdeka belajar dan siswa kelas XI MIA 2 sebagai kelas kontrol yang diajarkan dengan model pembelajaran langsung. Instrumen penelitian ini menggunakan tes dalam bentuk Essay pada materi suhu dan kalor yang terdiri dari 12 soal dan telah diuji validitas, reliabilitas, tingkat kesukaran dan daya beda soal. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian diperoleh nilai rata- rata pretes kelas eksperimen adalah 48,27 dengan standar deviasi 4,78 dan pretes kelas kontrol adalah 44,36 dengan standar deviasi 4,66. Dari uji t dua pihak nilai pretes kedua kelas diperoleh thitung=1,91 dan ttabel=2,01 menunjukkan bahwa thitung < ttabel, maka dapat disimpulkan bahwa kemampuan kedua kelas adalah sama. Kemudian diberikan perlakuan yang berbeda, dan diakhir pembelajaran dilakukan postes untuk kedua kelas dan didapat nilai rata-rata kelas eksperimen adalah 80,07 dengan standar diviasi 3,31 sedangkan untuk kelas kontrol diperoleh nilai postes sebesar 75,20 dengan standar diviasi 2,77. Berdasarkan uji homogenitas pretes diperoleh data Fhitung = 0,87  sedangkan Ftabel = 1,98 Karena Fhitung (0,87) < Ftabel (1,98) maka data penelitian pretes homogenitas, kemudian uji homogenitas postes diperoleh data Fhitung = 1,42 sedangkan Ftabel = 1,98 karena Fhitung (1,42) < Ftabel (1,98) maka data penelitian postes homogen, selanjutnya dilakukan uji statistik (uji t satu pihak ) diperoleh thitung = 5,70 dan ttabel =1,67 pada taraf nyata α = 0,05 dengan dk sebanyak 48. Karena thitung > ttabel yaitu (5,70 >1,67) maka hal ini menunjukkan bahwa ada pengaruh yang signifikan model pembelajaran inkuiri berbasis konsep merdeka belajar terhadap kemampuan berpikir kritis fisika siswa SMA Swasta Gajah Mada Medan T.P 2022/2023.
HUBUNGAN PEMAHAMAN NILAI GOTONG ROYONG DENGAN SIKAP PEDULI LINGKUNGAN DI DESA SUKA KEC.TIGAPANAH KAB.KARO TAHUN 2022
Authors: Tarigan Liasna Br , Malau Lamris , Purba Alimin , Naiborhu Murni
Published: September 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan signifikan antara pemahaman nilai gotong royong dengan sikap peduli lingkungan di desa suka kec. tiganah kab. karo tahun 2022.Jenis penelitian ini adalah deskriptif korelasional.Populasi dalam penilitan ini adalah seluruh masyarakat sejumlah 250 orang.Sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini menggunakan pengambilan sampel teknik total sampel yaitu pengambilan sampel sebanyak 50 orang. Instrumen dalam penelitian ini adalah  angket yang terdiri dari 20 item   yang memiliki 4 pilihan  ( a,b,c,d)  yang sebeleumnya telah diuji validitas dan reliabilitasnya. Hasil uji persyaratan analisis  data pemahaman nilai gotong royong berdistribusi normal dengan  perhitungan x2hitung (39,57) < x2tabel ( 67,504) Data normalitas sikap peduli lingkungan berdistribusi normal dengan hasil perhitungan Y2hitung (39,57) < Y2tabel (67,504 )). Hasil uji linearitas data pemahaman nilai gotong royong dengan motivasi belajar adalah linear dengan persamaan Y = 941,72 +0,68 dikonsultasikan dengan Ftabel diperoleh FHhitung >Ftabel ( 4,34 >4,04).Uji kecenderungan Pemahaman nilai gotong royong (X)  kategorikan cenderung sangat tinggi (30%) dan motivasi belajar (Y) kategori cenderung tinggi ( 26%). ..Hasil uji korelasi product moment yang diperoleh thitung > ttabel ( 2,966>0,679).  maka hal ini menunjukkan ada hubungan yang signifikan antara pemahaman nilai gotong royong dengan sikap peduli lingkungan didesa suka kec. Tigapanah kab. Karo tahun ka 2022.

Kata Kunci: Nilai Gotong Royong, Peduli Lingkungan
Pengaruh Kompensasi Terhadap Kinerja Karyawan pada Bank Muamalat Indonesia Cabang Pembantu Solok
Authors: Hidayat Ramon
Published: September 2023

Pokok permasalahan dalam artikel ini adalah Bank Muamalat Indonesia Cabang Pembantu Solok telah menerapkan Kebijakan Pemberian Kompensasi berdasarkan Standar Key Performance Indicator yang telah ditetapkan melalui Memo Bank Muamalat Indonesia No 07/S/RBS-MEMO/VIII/2016 tentang ketentuan KPI dan Insentif, oleh sebab itu skripsi ini bertujuan untuk melihat Pengaruh Kompensasi terhadap Kinerja Karyawan pada Bank Muamalat Indonesia Cabang Pembantu Solok. Jenis penelitian yang dipakai dalam skripsi ini adalah penelitian lapangan (field research) yang bersifat deskriptif Kuantitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data yang penulis gunakan adalah uji normalitas, regresi linear sederhana, koefisien determinasi, uji T, dengan menggunakan SPSS Versi 22. Hasil penelitian ini bahwa Kompensasi yang ada di Bank Muamalat Indonesia Cabang Pembantu Solok memiliki pengaruh yang tidak signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan. Hasil uji T dengan nilai Thitung sebesar 1,114 sedangkan nilai Ttabel dengan taraf signifikan 0,05 sebesar 1,943. Sehingga perbandingannya adalah Thitung< Ttabel (1,114 < 1,943), maka Ha ditolak yang berarti variabel kompensasi berpengaruh tidak signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan pada Bank Muamalat Indonesia Cabang Pembantu Solok. Hal ini sesuai dengan “Kompensasi mempunyai pengaruh terhadap kinerja karyawan” berarti terbukti kebenarannya atau artinya Ha ditolak dan H0 diterima. Hasil penelitian ini sesuai dengan penelitian yang dilakukan oleh Suwati yang menyatakan bahwa kompensasi berpengaruh secara parsial terhadap kinerja.Kata Kunci: Kompensasi, Kinerja Karyawan
Islamofobia Dan Implikasinya Terhadap Keamanan Nasional
Authors: Sarjito Aris
Published: September 2023

AbstractIslamophobia is a phenomenon that refers to negative attitudes, silence, and anxiety toward Muslims and their way of life. This research investigates how Islamophobia impacts national security and the manifestations of this phenomenon in local and international communities. Islamophobia, fuelled by fear, ignorance, and media propaganda, leads to the ostracism and alienation of Muslims; Hence being isolated from an integral part of society which cannot contribute to the welfare of the nation.The implications of Islamophobia for national security go beyond a direct threat to public safety. This has far-reaching consequences for various aspects of society, including economic, educational, and immigration policies. Islamophobia threatens to undermine fundamental freedoms, such as freedom of religion and speech, and the right to a fair trial. It also threatens to damage international relations, particularly with Muslim-majority countries, and damage America's reputation on the world stage.Islamophobia has significant implications for national security, and the consequences are most effectively tackled by promoting education, dialogue, and mutual understanding. Government officials, law enforcement agencies, and the media must acknowledge the impact of Islamophobic rhetoric and policies and take steps to build bridges and promote tolerance and diversity. Embracing inclusion and multiculturalism can help promote a shared sense of national identity and promote greater harmony and cohesion in society.Keywords: islam, islamophobia, muslims, national security, radicalization
Etika Bekerja dalam Islam: Analisis Hadith-Hadith Relasi Etika Buruh Majikan
Authors: Soebarna Ahmad Baihaqi
Published: September 2023

Bekerja merupakan ibadah dan karenanya seseorang diangkat derajatnya oleh Allah SWT. Di samping guna menerima hasil demi memenuhi kebutuhan hidupnya. Salah satu kualifikasi pekerjaan dibutuhkan di samping tenaga, yakni dapat dipercaya. Kepercayaan merupakan bagian dari etika (akhlak) yang merupakan bagian dari source of values ajaran Islam, sebagaimana didakwahkan Muhammad SAW. Perbuatan Nabi Muhamamd SAW dalam konteks etika bekerja semata-mata demi mewujudkan kesetaraan derajat antar-umat manusia. Juga upaya menjaga keseimbangan antara hak dan kewajiban antar unsur pekerjaan, yakni buruh dan majikan. Berangkat dari keadilan dan kepatutan, Nabi Muhammad SAW berupaya mencapai keseimbangan dalam konteks bekerja.
Análise dialélica de clones de capim elefante para produção de bioenergia
Authors:   , Pessoa Tatiana Vilela de Souza
Published: September 2023

Com o avanço das mudanças climáticas causadas pelo uso dos combustíveis fósseis, muita atenção tem sido direcionada para a identificação de espécies que sejam adequadas para o uso bioenergético. A biomassa de capim elefante pode ser uma ótima alternativa para diversificar a matriz energética. Uma das principais etapas de um programa de melhoramento genético é a escolha de genitores que irão compor o bloco de cruzamentos e nesta etapa destaca-se o uso dos dialelos. Diante do exposto, este trabalho teve como objetivo utilizar a abordagem de modelos lineares mistos para analisar cruzamentos dialélicos e estimar a capacidade geral (CGC) e específica (CEC) de combinação de clones de capim elefante, visando selecionar genitores e híbridos superiores para fins bioenergéticos. Onze genitores foram cruzados em esquema de dialelo, totalizando 55 combinações híbridas que foram avaliados em delineamento de blocos completos casualizados com três repetições. As características mensuradas foram: produção de biomassa seca (BS), digestibilidade in vitro da biomassa seca (DIVBS) e relação celulose/lignina (REL CEL/LIG). Observou-se efeito significativo de CEC, interação CEC x Corte e efeito permanente para BS e efeito significativo da CGC para DIVBS e REL CEL/LIG. Houve predominância de genes com efeitos aditivos no controle dos caracteres DIVBS e REL CEL/LIG e de dominância e epistasia para BS. Os genitores selecionados para processos de conversão bioquímica foram BAGCE 38 e CNPGL 92-38-2. Já para combustão direta da biomassa os genitores selecionados foram BRS Canará, BRS Capiaçu e CNPGL 96-27-3. Os híbridos oriundos dos cruzamentos BAGCE 21 x BAGCE 38, BAGCE 30 x CNPGL-92-38-2 e BAGCE 38 x BRS Kurumi apresentam potencial considerando a produção de biomassa seca. Palavras-chave: Cenchrus purpureus. Dialelo. Biomassa .
Influence of Additive Nd2 O3 on Dielectric Constants for Ternary Na2 B4 O7 -SiO2 -Ge2 O3 System
Authors:   Physics Department, Faculty of Science, Al-Azhar University, Egypt, M Mundher , El- Bediwi Abu Bakr ,   Physics Department, Faculty of Science, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
Published: September 2023

The dielectric constant and the power factor can be varied by changes in the glass composition. The present work aims to understand the effect of Nd2 O3 on dielectric properties of Na2 B4 O7 -SiO2 -Ge2 O3 system. The results show that, ln σ, exponent factor S, εʹ and εʹʹ values of Na2 B4 O7 -SiO2 -Ge2 O3 increased with increasing Nd2 O3 content. εʹand εʹʹ values of Na2 B4 O7 -SiO2 -Ge2 O3 increased with increasing temperature. Activation energy, the exponent factor S and Mʹ values of Na2 B4 O7 -SiO2 -Ge2 O3 deceased with increasing Nd2 O3 content. The exponent factor S for Na2 B4 O7 -SiO2 -(Ge2 O3 )2.5-x-(Nd2 O3 )x decreased with increasing temperature. Mʹ value decreased with increasing temperature, but it increased with increasing frequency.
CIRCULAR MIGRATION EXPERIENCES OF THE ELDERLY TURKISH MIGRANTS IN BELGIUM: A QUALITATIVE ANALYSIS
Authors: TEKİN BABUÇ Zeynep
Published: September 2023

The Turkish migrants in Belgium is one of the largest migrant population in Belgium and Europe. For the Turkish community in Belgium, maintaining social and emotional ties with the homeland is still of great importance, and their life in Belgium is not completely disconnected from Turkey. On the contrary, most of the Turkish population in Belgium, especially elderly Turkish migrants, have a circular migration dynamic in which they spend almost half of the year in Turkey and the rest of the time in the country of immigration. This circular migration dynamic has some social and economic benefits for the first and second generation Turkish migrants in Belgium, who are mostly in their aging process nowadays. Besides these benefits, experiencing to be an elderly circular migrant between Belgium and Turkey may also cause some challenges. This study aims to explore the experiences of elderly Turkish migrants regarding being circular migrants. Consistent with the purpose of the study, 14 elderly Turkish migrants, who have a circular migration dynamic between Belgium and Turkey, participated in the study. The qualitative interviews of the study were carried out in the Emirdağ district of the Afyon province of Turkey, where the Turkish population migrated to Belgium in the 1960s reside heavily. The findings of the study show that, despite some challenges encountered, circular migration occurs as an effective strategy for the elderly Turkish migrants in Emirdağ in terms of benefiting the resources of both countries in the aging process.
Stewardship: The Identity of the Catholic School in the 21st Century
Authors: Rosa Odina B. Dela , Magno Annaliza L. , Mutia Dinah S.
Published: September 2023

Catholic schools have a long and rich history, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church. In the 21st century, they continue to provide quality education while upholding their distinctive Catholic identity. One defining characteristic of Catholic schools is stewardship, which involves responsible management of resources, fostering the development of students, and commitment to the common good. This theological paper explores stewardship as a crucial component of Catholic school identity in the 21st century. It examines the historical development of Catholic schools, the biblical and magisterial foundations of stewardship, and the challenges and opportunities posed by technological advancements, cultural shifts, environmental issues, and financial sustainability. The paper advocates for a comprehensive approach to address these challenges, incorporating technology, promoting environmental education, ensuring economic sustainability, fostering cultural competence, and forging community partnerships.
Basketbolcularda Bosu Ball Egzersizlerinin Countermovement Sıçrama ve Squad Sıçrama Performansına Etkisi Var mıdır?
Authors: SARIKAYA Mehmet , KILINÇARSLAN Gökmen , AVCI Pelin , BAYRAKDAR Akan
Published: September 2023

Bu araştırma, basketbolcularda sekiz haftalık bosu ball egzersizlerinin dikey sıçrama ve kuvvet performansına etkisini incelemek amacıyla yapıldı. Araştırmanın örneklem grubunu Bingöl ili, Gençlik ve Spor İl Müdürlüğünde, en az iki yıl lisanslı olarak basketbol oynayan 20 deney 20 kontrol olmak üzere toplam 40 erkek basketbolcudan oluşturuldu. Sporculara haftanın 3 günü olacak şekilde 60 dakika basketbol antrenmanları uygulandı ve 8 hafta boyunca devam etti. Deney grubuna ek olarak 30 dakika bosu ball egzersizleri uygulandı. Sırasıyla antropometrik, dikey sıçrama ve kuvvet ölçümleri alındı. Test sonuçlarına göre grup içi bağımlı değişkenlerin karşılaştırılmasında bağımlı iki örneklem testi yapıldı. Ayrıca gruplar arası karşılaştırmalar tekrarlı ölçümler ile yapıldı. Yapılan değerlendirme sonucuna göre dikey sıçrama Countermovement Jump (CMJ) değerlerinde deney ve kontrol grubunun ön test ve son test gruplar arası karşılaştırmasında istatistiksel olarak anlamlı fark olduğu tespit edildi (p<0.05). Sırt kuvveti değerlerinde deney ve kontrol grubunun ön test ve son test gruplar arası karşılaştırmasında anlamlı farklılık tespit edilmedi (p>0.05). Bacak kuvveti değerlerinde deney ve kontrol grubunun ön test ve son test gruplar arası karşılaştırmasında istatistiksel olarak anlamlı farklılık tespit edildi (p>0.05). Sonuç olarak, bosu ball egzersizlerinin bacak bölgesinde bulunan kasların gücü etkilediği bu sayade sporcuların dikey sıçrama ve kuvvet performansına önemli oranda etkileyebileceğini düşünmekteyiz.
Modern methods of choosing rational ways to restore parts in the repair of machinery
Authors:   Russian State Agrarian University – Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy, Moscow, Russia, Leonov O.A. , Nesterkin G.A. , Temasova G.N.
Published: September 2023

The article discusses the main methods of choosing ways to restore parts during the repair of machines. The situation on the market is analyzed and it is revealed that there is a tendency for the development of technical and economic optimization in the choice of a rational recovery method. One of the important factors when choosing a method is the resource of the part element. The theoretical resource factor is considered in connection with the practical use of the coefficients of relative wear resistance. The operability of the connection depends on the resource and wear of the assembly unit. During the operation of the connection, various factors are exposed that may affect its condition. Therefore, it is recommended to restore parts by certain methods, depending on economic criteria. One of the approaches to choosing a recovery method is the analysis of technical and economic indicators. It is necessary to take into account the cost of restoration, the time required for the work, as well as the quality and reliability of the restored part. In some cases, it may be advisable to use methods aimed at improving the characteristics of the part in order to increase its operability and extend its service life. In addition, it is important to take into account the specifics of a particular connection and its operating conditions
Artificial Intelligence in Historical Research: Potential and Limits of Effectiveness
Authors:   Institute of World History of RAS, Moscow, Russia, Kuznetsov A.V.
Published: September 2023

The article thoroughly analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of applying artificial intelligence technologies in historical research using the example of topic modeling methods. The use of popular machine learning algorithms such as Latent Dirichlet Allocation (LDA) for analyzing large arrays of textual data is examined in detail. The key advantages of topic modeling are discussed, including the abilities to process large volumes of text, identify hidden thematic structures, and track topic dynamics over time. At the same time, significant limitations of this approach are considered, such as the assumption of topic stability in most models, poor interpretability of results, their instability and strong dependence on parameter settings. This requires a critical attitude towards the results obtained and their careful verification based on the subject knowledge of the researcher. Specific limitations analyzed include the static nature of topics in many models, weak interpretability of results, their instability, and high dependence on parameter settings. Based on the analysis, it is concluded that it is essential to balance artificial intelligence methods with traditional qualitative approaches in the humanities. The article provides concrete recommendations on the application of topic modeling in historical research to maximize the benefits while minimizing the risks.
The task of creating a user management policy class infrastructure
Authors:   Tashkent University of Information Technologies named after Muhammad al- Khorazmiy, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Samandarov B.S. , Tajibaev Sh.X. ,   Karakalpak State University named after Berdakh, Nukus, Uzbekistan
Published: September 2023

The article describes the development and implementation of a user management system based on policy classes. The authors present the methodology for building such a system, as well as describe its main components and functions. The article discusses the main classes that can be included in the structure of user management policy, examples of using policy classes to solve user management problems in various fields of activity, such as corporate networks, educational institutions and government organizations. The results of the study show that the use of policy classes can significantly simplify the user management process and increase the efficiency of the system.
Development of method for assessing the equipment technical condition using machine learning
Authors:   ITMO University, Saint-Petersburg, Russia, Kolesnikova D.V. , Iureva R.A.
Published: September 2023

The method for equipment condition assessing was developed in the study. It is based on the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning methods. A step-by-step description of actions is presented to obtain a general assessment, the components of which are the technical condition and equipment occupancy. The method is based on the use of current actual parameter values, which are recorded using sensors during operation. The received data undergoes preliminary processing and analysis for further work with artificial intelligence tools. The paper discusses methods: Random Forest, Decision Tree, gradient boosting (XGboost), which allow to determine significant parameters that influence the wear or equipment failure determination. LSTM neural network is used to predict the next series of values. The obtained results are used in a mathematical model to obtain a quantitative assessment, and then normalized relative to the scale proposed in the work. In addition, the method proposes to keep records of equipment occupancy, since this parameter will make it possible to determine the state of the equipment more accurately at the current moment, for example, for the development of technological processes. The results of the work also describe the limitations of the method.
The use of hydrolysates of plant raw materials in the biosynthesis of bacterial cellulose
Authors:   Omsk State Agrarian University named after P.A. Stolypin, Omsk, Russian Federation, Pogorelova Natalia , Sarnitskaya Natalia
Published: September 2023

One of the directions for improving the technical and economic indicators of biotechnological production of bacterial cellulose is the use of nutrient media based on modified plant raw materials. Vegetable hydrolysates were obtained by biotransformation of wheat bran with a complex of amylolytic enzyme preparations: Glucolux A, Amylolux ATS, CelloLux A. The total content of mono- and disaccharides in hydrolysate 2.7% and nitrogenous compounds 0.34 g/ l was determined. Bacterial cellulose (BC) biosynthesis using a symbiotic culture of Medusomyces gisevii was carried out under static conditions on the obtained wheat hydrolysates. BC production was 2.71±0.32 g/l on the 21st day of biosynthesis. The structure of the gel film synthesized by BC is characterized by long fibrils up to 10 microns long with a pronounced nanorelief, which are intertwined at an acute angle. Nodes are observed along the fibrils, the distance between which is about 0.5 microns.
A New Compact Numerical Scheme for Solving Time Fractional
Mobile-Immobile Advection-Dispersion Model
Authors: Thomas S. , Nadupuri S. K.
Published: September 2023

This work is focused on the derivation and analysis of a novel numerical technique for solving time fractional mobile-immobile advection-dispersion equation which models many complex systems in engineering and science. The scheme is derived using the effective combination of Euler and Caputo numerical techniques for approximating the integer and fractional time derivatives respectively, and a fourth order exponential compact scheme for spatial derivatives. The Fourier analysis technique is used to prove that the proposed numerical scheme is unconditionally stable and perform convergence analysis. To assess the viability and accuracy of the proposed scheme, some numerical examples are demonstrated with constant as well as variable order time fractional derivatives for this model.
Lγ Inequalities for the Polar Derivative of Polynomials
Authors: Singh M. S. , Reingachan N. , Devi M. T. , Chanam B.
Published: September 2023

In this paper, firstly, we obtain an inequality in Lγ analogue concerning the polar derivative for a polynomial p(ξ) = Xm ν=0 cνξν of degree m having no zero in |ξ| < r, r ≥ 1 proved by Govil et al. [15]. Secondly, we also prove Lγ version for the polar derivative of an ordinary inequality for a polynomial having all its zeros in |ξ| ≤ r, r ≤ 1 proved in that same paper. Our results generalize and improve some known inequalities.
Circular q-Rung Orthopair Fuzzy Set and Its Algebraic Properties
Authors: Yusoff B. , Kilicman A. , Pratama D. , Hasni R.
Published: September 2023

Circular intuitionistic fuzzy sets (CIFS) are a recent extension of intuitionistic fuzzy sets (IFS) that can handle imprecise membership values effectively. However, its representation is limited to the space under the intuitionistic fuzzy interpretation triangle (IFIT). To address this, a new generalization of CIFS called circular q-rung orthopair fuzzy sets (Cq-ROFS) is proposed, extending the IFIT to cover a larger space of imprecision. Several relations and operations, including algebraic operations for Cq-ROFS are proposed. In addition, modal operators and their properties are then investigated.
Providing a Green Value Stream Map to Improve Production Performance
Authors: Alavi Somaieh , Siamaki Parisa , Mirmohammadsadeghi Seyedmehdi
Published: September 2023

Today, the cement industry has gone through a growing trend. Achieving the country's economic development, social development and cultural development goals is essential. However, in line with these benefits, the environmental damage caused by cement factories is inevitable. In the present research, which was carried out to reduce environmental losses, value flow mapping and simulation by Arena software were used in two stages. It was determined in the first stage using the current simulated situation and the waste and environmental pollution created. Then by redrawing the future value flow map and using experts' opinions, the amount of reduced pollution caused by some measures was estimated. Then, in the second stage a new simulation was done to evaluate the reduced environmental pollution. The results of this research showed that by using the methods mentioned above in the primary production line process of the Cement Company, about 30% of waste and pollutions were reduced.
 
Received: 25 April 2023 | Revised: 25 June 2023 | Accepted: 27 July 2023 
 
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
Data available on request from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.
 
Author Contribution Statement
Somaieh Alavi: Conceptualization, Methodology, Validation, Investigation, Data curation, Writing - original draft, Supervision, Project administration. Parisa Siamaki: Software, Formal analysis, Investigation, Data curation, Writing - review & editing, Visualization. Seyedmehdi Mirmohammadsadeghi: Conceptualization, Methodology, Validation, Investigation, Writing - original draft, Supervision.
Realization of Disability Equity Through Ethical Data Management Practices
Authors: Petersen Carolyn
Published: September 2023

People with disabilities (PWDs) experience worse health outcomes than people who do not have disabilities. Making meaningful progress on disability equity requires new ways of thinking about disability, new tools and processes, and new ways of working within the existing health care system. Immediate actions to increase disability equity include expanded data collection including patient-reported outcomes measures, more transparent, person-centered data governance and management, integration of public health and clinic-based health data, and renewed efforts to communicate with and treat PWDs with respect. Prevention of threats to realization of disability equity including a resurgence in the practice of eugenics, misuse of emerging technologies such as CRISPR, and surveillance-promoting technologies also are critical.
Anamur Müzesi Kovanlı Ok Uçları
Authors: KAVAZ KINDIĞILI Berna , YAZAR Kübra
Published: September 2023

Yaratıldığı ilk günden itibaren varoluş mücadelesi veren insanoğlu gerek karnını doyurmak gerekse kendini korumak amacıyla silah arayışına girmiş, bilinen en eski saldırı silahlarından biri olan oku icat etmiştir. Tarih boyunca çeşitli hammaddelerden ve farklı tiplerde üretilen ok uçlarının bir kısmı kovanlı olarak adlandırılmaktadır. Bu ok uçları, alt kısımlarında bulunan kovan adı verilen deliğe, ahşap sapın sokulması ile birlikte üretilen örneklerdir. Bu çalışma satın alma yoluyla Anamur Müzesi’ne kazandırılmış olan bakır alaşımlı döküm tekniğiyle yapılmış 9 adet “kovanlı” ok ucundan oluşmaktadır. Kovanlı ok uçları, mahmuzlu, mahmuzsuz oluşlarına ve namlu biçimlerine göre alt tiplere ayrılmıştır. Buluntu yerlerinin tam olarak bilinmemesinden dolayı tarihlendirilmesi güç olsa da, literatüre geçmiş benzer örnekleriyle birlikte değerlendirilmesi ve tipolojik olarak gruplandırılmasına, belli bir zaman aralığına tarihlendirilerek Anadolu’daki ok uçlarının tipolojisi ile tarihsel gelişimi hakkında önemli verilere ulaşılmasına katkı sağlamaktadır. Tarih boyunca insanoğlunun varoluş mücadelesinde çok önemli bir yer tutan okun, bilimsel çalışmalarda az görülmesi ve ortak bir terminolojinin olmaması nedeniyle yapılan çalışma literatüre katkı sağlayacaktır.
Transforming University Programs of Agricultural Education
Authors: Newcomb L.H.
Published: September 2023

No abstract available
Factors Associated With 4-H Enrollment Levels In The Alabama Cooperative Extension Service
Authors: Ellis Anette , Henderson Janet L.
Published: September 2023

No abstract available
The Relationship Of Supervised Agricultural Experience Program Participation And Student Achievement In Practical Skills In Agricultural Science
Authors: Randell Randi S. , Arrington Larry R. , Cheek Jimmy G.
Published: September 2023

No abstract available
Experimental Evaluation Of The Effectiveness Of A Computer-Assisted Instructional Unit On Sustainable Agriculture
Authors: Scofield Gaylan G. , Kahler Alan A.
Published: September 2023

No abstract available
Hubungan Panjang Bobot dan Faktor Kondisi Ikan Lolosi (Caesio caerulaureus Lacepede,1801) di Perairan Pulau Pombo, Maluku Tengah
Authors: Sangadji Madehusen , Pattiasina Lutfi , Padang Anita , Sofyan Yenni
Published: September 2023

Ikan lolosi (Caesio caerulaureus) adalah salah satu spesies ikan karang yang bernilai ekonomis, yang banyak ditangkap oleh nelayan jaring insang dan dimanfaatkan sebagai ikan konsumsi  oleh masyarakat  yang bermukim di Kecamatan Salahutu. Intensifnya penangkapan ikan Lolosi  setiap tahun diperairan pulau Pombo, dihawatirkan akan menurunkan  populasinya di alam dalam jangka panjang. Kondisi ini diperburuk  dengan  belum  adanya upaya pengelolaan  untuk  pemanfaatan berkelanjutan. Minimnya  informasi ilmiah tentang biologi populasi  ikan  lolosi, khususnya  hubungan panjang - bobot dan faktor kondisi menyebabkan penelitian ini dilakukan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menentukan hubungan panjang - bobot dan faktor kondisi dari ikan Lolosi diperairan pulau Pombo. Pengambilan sampel ikan dilakukan satu  kali dalam sebulan yaitu dari bulan Februari sampai Maret 2019. Penangkapan ikan Lolosi menggunakan Jaring insang dasar ukuran mata jaring 1,75 inci. Semua sampel ikan lolosi  yang dikumpulkan diukur panjang total menggunakan mistar logam dan bobot tubuh individu menggunakan timbangan digital. Selama penelitian dikumpulkan 109 ekor  yang terdiri atas 64 ekor ikan jantan dan 45 ekor ikan betina. Hubungan panjang bobot adalah W=0.0000009L^3.489  untuk betina dan W=0.0000005L^3.5955  untuk jantan dan pola pertumbuhan ikan jantan dan betina allometric positif. Factor kondisi relative beragam 1,0606 – 1,0294. Ikan lolosi jantan dan betina mempunyai kondisi yang baik.
Rome and Byzantium in the Visigothic Kingdom
Authors: Damián Fernández , Molly Lester , Jamie Wood
Published: September 2023

This volume interrogates the assumption that Visigothic practices and institutions were mere imitations of the Byzantine empire. Contributors rethink these practices not as uncritical and derivative adoptions of Byzantine customs, but as dynamic processes in dialogue with not only the Byzantine empire but also with the contemporary Iberian context, as well as the Roman past. The goal of the volume is to approach Visigothic customs not as an uncritical adoption and imitatio of contemporary Roman models (an "acculturation" model), but as unique interpretations of a common pool of symbols, practices, and institutions that formed the legacy of Rome. The contributors argue that it is necessary to reconsider the idea of imitatio imperii as a process that involved specific actors taking strategic decisions in historically contingent circumstances.
Development of Comic Books to Improve Students' Mutual Cooperation Character in Class 1 Elementary School Pancasila Education Learning
Authors: Pustika Tentera , Sunaryati Titin
Published: September 2023

Comics are a learning medium with interesting pictures accompanied by reading texts and are designed according to learning outcomes and the applicable curriculum. Comics are used to support learning, so that enthusiastic students do not feel bored while learning. This research aims to develop learning media in the form of comic books to improve the mutual cooperation character of students in grade 1 elementary school Pancasila education learning, knowing the assessments of three experts, as well as the opinions of educators and students. This research uses research and development methods RnD with a development model using a modelADDIE, the research subjects involved consisted of three experts (material expert, language expert, and media expert) and 1st grade elementary school students. The results of the research produced a comic book product to improve students' mutual cooperation character which met the very good criteria with an average validation percentage score from three validators of 93.1% in the very suitable for use category, for the level of practicality of teacher responses and student responses obtained The average percentage is 87.1% in the very practical category, and its effectiveness is based on the test output resultsN-gain markmean (rate-rate)N-gain Score The percentage obtained was 0.58.3% in the quite effective category. Learning media in the form of comic books is appropriate, practical, interesting and effective enough to be used in learning.
NGUYÊN NHÂN SUY HÔ HẤP Ở TRẺ SƠ SINH TẠI TRUNG TÂM NHI KHOA - BỆNH VIỆN TRUNG ƯƠNG THÁI NGUYÊN
Authors: Nguyễn Thị Xuân Hương , Lê Thị Kim Dung , Đỗ Thái Sơn , Trần Tuấn Anh , Hoàng Thị Dung
Published: September 2023

Mục tiêu: Xác định nguyên nhân suy hô hấp ở trẻ sơ sinh tại Trung tâm Nhi khoa – Bệnh viện Trung ương Thái Nguyên. Đối tượng và phương pháp: Tổng số 245 trẻ sơ sinh được chẩn đoán suy hô hấp điều trị tại Trung tâm Nhi khoa. Phương pháp: nghiên cứu mô tả cắt ngang. Kết quả: Tỷ lệ trẻ sơ sinh nam (63,3%) cao hơn trẻ sơ sinh nữ (36,7%). Nguyên nhân gây suy hô hấp (SHH) thường gặp là: Hội chứng màng trong (HCMT) chiếm 34,7%, cơn thở nhanh thoáng qua (CTNTQ): 33,9%, viêm phổi: 13,9% và tim bẩm sinh (TBS): 12,7%. Nhóm trẻ sơ sinh non tháng SHH chủ yếu do HCMT và CTNTQ. Nhóm trẻ sơ sinh đủ tháng hay gặp CTNTQ, viêm phổi và tim bẩm (TBS). Nhóm trẻ <1 ngày tuổi thường nhập viện vì CTNTQ (41%), HCMT (40%). Trong nhóm trẻ >1 – ≤7 ngày tuổi, HCMT hay gặp nhất (31,6%), TBS và viêm phổi chiếm tỷ lệ tương đương nhau (21,1%). Nhóm trẻ >7 ngày tuổi vào viện chủ yếu vì viêm phổi (90,3%). Nguyên nhân gây SHH khởi phát ngay sau sinh thường gặp nhất là HCMT (67,6%). Trong nhóm trẻ khởi phát SHH tại thời điểm ≤24h chủ yếu là CTNTQ. Kết luận:  Suy hô hấp sơ sinh gặp ở trẻ nam nhiều hơn nữ. Nguyên nhân gây suy hô hấp thường gặp là hội chứng màng trong, cơn thở nhanh thoáng qua, viêm phổi, tim bẩm sinh.
THIẾT LẬP QUY TRÌNH ĐÁNH GIÁ NĂNG LỰC GÂY ĐỘC DÒNG TẾ BÀO UNG THƯ CỦA TẾ BÀO GIẾT TỰ NHIÊN (NK) SAU NUÔI CẤY TĂNG SINH
Authors: Nguyễn Trọng Phúc , Phùng Thế Hải , Nguyễn Hoàng Phương , Nguyễn Ngọc Tuấn , Hoàng Trung Kiên , Ngô Thu Hằng , Cấn Văn Mão , Nguyễn Lĩnh Toàn , Lê Văn Đông , Đỗ Khắc Đại , Đỗ Anh Tuấn
Published: September 2023

Mục tiêu: Nghiên cứu nhằm mục đích thiết lập quy trình đánh giá khả năng gây độc tế bào dòng ung thư của tế bào NK sau khi đã được hoạt hoá và tăng sinh in vitro dựa trên công cụ đánh giá là hệ thống đếm tế bào dòng chảy (flow cytometry). Đối tượng và phương pháp nghiên cứu: Hai khối tế bào NK: (1) tế bào NK máu ngoại vi phân lập từ người hiến (bệnh nhân được chẩn đoán xác định mắc ung thư tuyến tiền liệt tại bệnh viện K trung ương - cơ sở Tân Triều) tại thời điểm trước khi nuôi cấy tăng sinh (ngày đầu tiên - D0; NK-D0) và (2) tế bào NK tại thời điểm sau khi nuôi tăng sinh bằng bộ kít nuôi tăng sinh hoạt hoá tế bào NK (kít KBM) trong 14 ngày (Ngày thứ 14 - D14; NK-D14) được sản xuất; 2 nhóm tế bào NK này được tiến hành đồng nuôi cấy với tế bào dòng ung thư tuyến tiền liệt (PC3) theo tỉ lệ 5:1 (NK:PC3) trong vòng 6h để đánh giá năng lực hai khối tế bào NK này. Dựa vào tỉ lệ tế bào PC3 sống sót sau khi đồng nuôi cấy được đánh giá bằng kỹ thuật tế bào dòng chảy, xác định được tỉ lệ PC3 bị ly giải bởi tế bào NK. Kết quả: Dựa trên quy trình được thiết lập, chúng tôi nhận thấy tế bào NK sau nuôi cấy tăng sinh bộc lộ khả năng giết tế bào dòng ung thư mạnh mẽ hơn so với tế bào NK vừa phân lập từ máu ngoại vi. Kết luận: Chúng tôi thiết lập thành công quy trình đánh giá năng lực giết tế bào ung thư của tế bào NK sau khi nuôi tăng sinh và hoạt hoá. Quy trình này là tiền đề phục vụ cho các nghiên cứu ứng dụng lâm sàng đánh giá năng lực tế bào miễn dịch sau nuôi cấy.