bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pancreaticoduodenectomy For Complex Pancreaticoduodenal Trauma: A Case Series
Authors: Guzman Johann Paulo , Delos Santos Nilo , Garrido Tito , Baltazar Edgar , Baquir Allan Troy
Published: December 2023

Introduction: Pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple’s) procedure is indicated for complex pancreatic injuries, with immediate reconstruction for stable patients and delayed reconstruction for unstable patients. This study aimed to review the authors’ experience with trauma related Whipple’s procedure at the East Avenue Medical Center (EAMC). Methods: This study reviews cases where Whipple’s procedure was performed from 2011 to 2015 at EAMC. Data collected included age, gender, mechanism of injury, presentation, patient Injury Severity Score (ISS), time interval between injury to presentation, associated injury, surgical procedure, time and type of surgical reconstruction after resection complications and 30-day mortality. Results: During the 5-year period, 4 patients underwent Whipple’s. All patients were male, mean age of 33.25 (range 29-48). Penetrating gunshot trauma was the predominant mechanism of injury (75% of cases) whereas peritonitis was the most common presentation (75% of cases). Mean ISS score is 29.5 (range 25-37). Among them, 2 underwent initial resection with delayed reconstruction and the other 2 underwent immediate reconstruction. Pancreaticojejunostomy was done for all pancreatic reconstruction. Cholecystojejunostomy (75%) and Choledochojejunostomy (25%) for biliary enteric conduit. Complications included pancreatic leak (50%), sepsis (25%) and pneumonia (25%). Overall, 30-day mortality rate was 25%. Pancreatic leak was noted on all patients without stent placed on the pancreatic anastomosis. Conclusion: Use of stents in pancreatic anastomosis in Whipple’s for trauma may lessen the pancreatic leak rates, further studies are needed to prove this. Cholecystojejunostomy can be an option for biliary enteric continuity, but further studies are needed to identify long term patency rates. Key words: Pancreaticoduodenectomy, pancreatic leak, pancreatic injury
ANALISIS PREDIKSI PERSEDIAAN BERAS MENGGUNAKAN METODE SINGLE EXPONENTIAL SMOOTHING BERBASIS WEB
Authors: Thamrin Musdalifa
Published: December 2023

Toko merupakan salah satu jenis usaha yang bergerak dalam bidang agraris penjualan beras. Hal yang mendasar sering terjadi dalam membuat semua rencana penjualan sulit direalisasi adalah kesalahan dalam pembuatan prediksi penjualan yang tepat dan toko sulit menentukan jumlah beras yang perlu disediakan karena untuk mengetahui sisa stok terkini harus dihitung secara langsung dan pencatatan. Hasil dari penelitian ini membuat aplikasi prediksi persediaan beras menggunakan metode Exponential smoothing untuk menghitung data transaksi penjualan sehingga menghasilkan jumlah prediksi persediaan beras yang akan datang. Adapun data yang telah diuji yaitu 50 data penjualan beras pada tahun 2022 didapatkan prediksi untuk periode januari 2023 yaitu 55 ton beras.
PELATIHAN SOCIAL SUPPORT TERHADAP DAYA JUANG PADA UMKM DI DESA NELE DALAM MENGHADAPI ERA DIGITAL
Authors: Barus Debi Angelina Br. , Nabila Alifa A. , Kene Laurensiana A. , Gapun Innocensia O. , Noeng Agustina V. , Gewar Salvi Y. , Maran Fransiska D.V , Sura Saverius , Yunita Marta
Published: December 2023

Pelatihan social support merupakan suatu dukungan yang diberikan seseorang kepada orang lain berupa kepedulian penghargaan, kenyamananan, agar individu merasa di perhatikan. Hal ini juga dapat berpengaruh pada daya juang individu itu sendiri dalam membuka suatu usaha, dan bisa keluar dari permasalahan tersebut. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui sejauh mana pemahaman pelatihan social support dapat memengaruhi daya juang para UMKM di Desa Nele-Manubura, dalam menghadapi era digital. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah para UMKM di Desa Nele-Manubura, dengan menggunakan teknik purposive sampling. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kuantitatif eksperimen, dengan desain eksperimen one grup, yaitu terdapat pretest sebelum diberi perlakuan kepada 10 responden dalam penelitian. Dalam penelitian ini, skala daya juang merupakan alat ukur yang digunakan. Hasil yang ditemukan dalam penelitian adalah pelatihan social support dapat meningkatkan daya juang pada para UMKM di Desa Nele, dengan taraf signifikansi (p)0,00< 0,05.
Productividad laboral y doméstica con certolizumabpegol en pacientes con espondiloartritis axial noradiográfica en España: un análisis de costes
Authors: Ferrando R , Belmonte-Serrano MA , Echave M , Espinoza N , Casado MA , Maratia S
Published: December 2023

Antecedentes
La espondiloartritis axial no radiográfica (EspAax-nr) es una enfermedad que reduce la capacidad funcional y la calidad de vida de las personas afectadas con esta patología, influyendo negativamente en su capacidad productiva. El objetivo de este estudio fue estimar el impacto económico sobre la productividad laboral (PL; costes indirectos) y la productividad doméstica (PD, costes directos no sanitarios) en pacientes con EspAax-nr tratados con certolizumab pegol (CZP) en combinación con la terapia estándar no biológica (TNB) frente a la TNB, según la perspectiva social en España.
Métodos
Se desarrolló un modelo de análisis de costes para estimar los costes relacionados con la PL y PD. Los datos de productividad se obtuvieron del ensayo clínico C-axSpAnd (NCT02552212) que comparaba CZP/TNB frente a TNB durante 52 semanas en 317 pacientes. Para valorar la pérdida de PL y PD se consideró el número de días perdidos por mes y los días por mes con productividad reducida ≥ 50%, debido a la EspAax-nr. El coste de una jornada laboral perdida (86,44€/día; €2019) se obtuvo del Instituto Nacional de Estadística, considerando los costes laborales. Para determinar el coste de la PD, se asumió que, si el paciente no podía realizar las actividades domésticas, se requeriría un cuidador o personal externo, con un coste/día igual al salario mínimo interprofesional (31,21€/día; €2019).
Resultados
Los costes mensuales derivados de la pérdida de PL por paciente tratado con CZP/TNB y TNB fueron de 159,91€ y 419,22€, respectivamente. El tratamiento con CZP/TNB proporcionaría ahorros, en términos de pérdida de PL evitada, de 259,31€/mes y 3.111,70€/año. La pérdida de PD en pacientes tratados con CZP/TNB implicaría 137,33€ frente a 248,13€ con TNB al mes, lo que generaría un ahorro de 110,80€/mes y 1.329,61€/año en pacientes tratados con CZP/TNB. El tratamiento total con CZP/TNB frente a TNB proporcionaría un ahorro anual medio de 4.441,31€/paciente.
Conclusión
Existe escasa información del impacto de las terapias biológicas sobre la carga económica, desde la perspectiva social, relacionada con los beneficios en la productividad. Los resultados de este análisis sugieren que, en España, el tratamiento de la EspAax-nr con CZP/TNB, en comparación con TNB, podría generar ahorros para la sociedad y para el paciente debido a la ganancia de PL y de PD, respectivamente.
Palabras clave
certolizumab pegol, espondiloartritis axial no radiográfica, productividad laboral, productividad doméstica, perspectiva social.
Detection of COVID-19 using wavelet transform
Authors: A. Bida Falah , Ali Hadi R.
Published: December 2023

Since December 2019, the world has been struggling Against the discovered virus called Covid-19, which Its symptoms are similar to pneumonia. Being highly contagious, it is It spread all over the world, hence the World Health Organization By declaring this disease as a global pandemic. some Patients infected with this virus suffer from severe symptoms And deadly. Hence the importance of early detection of Coronavirus (COVID-19). COVID-19 is a disease that affects the respiratory system of the human body, and detecting this disease is complex and one of the main challenges. This work proposed a technique to detect COVID-19 by integrating multifocal images based on wavelet transduction. So, to achieve the detection of COVID-19, Magnet resonant imagery (MRI) and computation tomography (CT) have been used. The multifocal image was included to support the diagnosis made by the clinicians. The seven wave-based algorithms bior2.2, coif2, db2, dmey, rbio2.2, sym4, and haar, respectively, were used to achieve a range of results. This approach effectively combines the data obtained from CT and MRI scans to produce a merged image that improves disease diagnosis efficiency by using MATLAB to determine the efficiency of the algorithm. The signal-to-noise ratio (PSNR) and the entropy factor are used to measure the image fusion efficiency. The statistical analysis of the final images demonstrated the superiority of the image attributes over both the CT image and the MRI.
Development of an Optical Crystal Fiber Sensor for Early Detection of Tuberculosis
Authors: Jebur Raed , Thaher Raad Hamdan
Published: December 2023

To this day, tuberculosis remains one of the most severe threats to public health on a global scale, which is why there is a pressing need for the development of diagnostic techniques that combine high levels of precision, speed in producing findings, mobility, and risk reduction. This work's planned scope is constructing a photonic crystal fiber sensor with a susceptible non-complex core intended to detect tuberculosis at wavelengths ranging from 1 µm to 2.2 µm. This study introduces an innovative biomedical photonic crystal fiber sensor capable of accurately detecting tuberculosis bacteria across all four strains and effectively distinguishing between them. To carry out numerical studies, the proposed structure uses a technique known the full-vector finite element method (FV-FEM). Compared to earlier biomedical sensors based on photonic crystal fiber, the sensor that has been developed demonstrates an exceptionally high relative sensitivity in detecting various kinds while also displaying a deficient level of loss. The proposed sensor has an effective size of 38 µm2, a sensitivity of 99.9%, and a low confinement loss of 10-11 dB/m.  To validate the usefulness of the proposed layout and establish its integrity, a detailed analysis is performed by contrasting the results of this study with the most current research published on photonic crystal fiber.
Opinion Mining in Arabic Extremism Texts: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Al-Shukrawi Ali Abbas Hadi , Jamil Layla Safwat , Alzuabidi Israa Akram , Al-Gamal Ahmed Salman , Noah Shahrul Azman Mohd , Hasan Mohammed Kamrul , Al-Ghuribi Sumaia Mohammed , Aliyu Rabiu , Jabal Zainab Kadhim , Ahmed Amjed Abbas
Published: December 2023

In this paper, a systematic literature review was provided that investigated the present evidence regarding extremist words in Arabic opinion mining methods. This study aimed to perform a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) in order to detect, evaluate, and synthesize the existing evidence regarding opinion mining techniques for extremist Arabic text. From the SLR, it is evident that opinion-mining techniques have several opportunities for detecting extremism in the Arabic text. Over the past few years, multimedia sentiment analysis has gained traction as visual content is becoming more incorporated into social media networking. Opinion mining is the process of identifying, extracting, and categorizing views about anything. It is a sort of Natural Language Processing (NLP) used to track public sentiment about a certain law, policy, or marketing, for example. It entails the creation of a method for collecting and analyzing comments and opinions concerning legislation, regulations, policies, and so on that are posted on social media. The process of information extraction is critical since it is both a beneficial tool and a difficult undertaking. In this article, we have examined the recent and advanced methodologies to extract sentiment from a web-wide item, opinion-mining methods must be automated. Also, we have analyzed the novel Artificial Intelligence and lexical-based algorithms for sentiment analysis. These methodologies find better applications in the customer feedback analysis of any organization.
Artificial Neural Network-Powered, Driverless Vehicle Concept Development
Authors: Kadeem Sahar R. Abdul , Naser Ali , Hassan Ahmed R. , Betti Ghufran Abbas
Published: December 2023

Autonomous cars are now possible due to significant advances in robotics and intelligent control systems. Before these vehicles can safely operate in traffic and other hostile environments, there are many navigation, vision, and control issues. We want techniques that are both cost-effective and efficient, so that the field of research and academia may fully embrace self-driving cars. Within this scenario, we need something that can convert people to autonomous automobiles and include existing vehicles so that academics and explorers can access them. This study proposes a flexible mechanical layout that can be assembled in a short time and installed in most modern automobiles; it can also be used as a stepping stone in the development of autonomous vehicles. Using various actuators, conventional automobiles can be converted into autonomous vehicles. In the context of motor vehicle automation, motors are often used as actuators. In addition to motors, a pneumatic system was developed to automate the predetermined steps. An autonomous vehicle's mechanical arrangement is crucial, and it must be regularly updated and built to be robust in the face of dynamic conditions. We re-implemented two additional convolutional neural networks in an effort to conduct an objective test of their proposed network and compare our system's structure, technical complexity, and performance test during autonomous driving with theirs. This predicted network is around 250 times larger than the Alex Net network and four times larger than Pilot Net after training. Although the complexity and measurement of the publication's system are lower than other models that contribute lower latency and greater speed throughout inference, the operation was claimed by our system, which achieved autonomous driving with an equivalent efficacy as that achieved with two other models. The projected deep neural system reduces the need to infer ultra-fast computational hardware. This is important for cost efficiency, scale, and cost.
ВОЗМОЖНОСТЬ ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЯ ИНДЕКСНЫХ ПОКАЗАТЕЛЕЙ В ОПРЕДЕЛЕНИИ УСТОЙЧИВОСТИ МУНИЦИПАЛЬНЫХ ОБРАЗОВАНИЙ
Authors: Muraveva Elena , Smirnova Anastasia
Published: December 2023

The use of risk indices in the formation of safety data sheets and forecasting of emergency situations is quite a promising direction in the field of disaster risk reduction. Risk analysis by the index method based on international requirements is a fairly new approach in the field of calculating the risks of emergency situations. Currently, the All-Russian Research Institute for Civil Defense and Emergency Situations of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia is striving to refine this methodology and adapt it for the subjects of the Russian Federation in order to introduce index calculations into the practical operation of the emergency prevention and response System (RSChS), thereby reducing the risk of disasters in municipalities of the Russian Federation.
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Authors: Ghazaryan Harutyun , Ghazaryan Hayk
Published: December 2023

The article presents the description of electric and hybrid vehicles, which occupy an increasingly large place in the modern automobile industry, powered by renewable energy sources and alternative fuels, their structural features, as well as the main dangers and dangerous factors associated with them. The main purpose of the presented material is to provide the rescuers with certain safety information during rescue operations in case of such vehicle accidents.
CLINICAL FEATURES OF CARDIOGENIC STROKE IN WOMEN
Authors: Shiraliyeva R.K. , Mammadova N.O. , Hasanov R.L.
Published: December 2023

The study is dedicated to cardiogenic pathologies that are considered to be the specific etiology of ischemic stroke that is causing death and severe disability in the world. As in the rest of the world, Azerbaijan is experiencing a stroke rejuvenation and this trend continues. Our study was aimed at investigating the clinical features of the disease in young women who have had ischemic stroke with cardiogenic origin.
THE SYNDROMES APPEARING IN CHILDREN OF EARLY AGE WITH ACUTE ENTERIC INFECTIONS IN URGENT CONDITIONS
Authors: Kuliyeva Z.M. , Rustamova L.I.
Published: December 2023

The clinical syndroms developing in children of early age with acute enteric infections in urgent conditions have been analysed. 338 children of early age with urgent conditions have been observed by bacteriological, serological and molecular-biological methods. It was determined that in observing patients in 63.0% of cases the exicosis, in 21,6% - cramp, in 15,9% - cardiovascular insufficiency, in 15,0% - pulmonary insufficiency, in 12,1% - neurotoxicosis, in 6,8% - infectious - toxic shock have been registrated. In accordingly to our clinic observations the neurotoxicosis appear in children of early age with urgent conditions especially in bacterial-viral enteric infection. The results of investigation show that the appearing syndroms in children of early age with urgent conditions mainly may meet in bacterial-viral enteric infection.
COMORBIDITY IN ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AND VASCULAR DEMENTIA
Authors: Bobonazarov Zh.B. , Gafurov B.G.
Published: December 2023

Clinical and paraclinical examination of two groups of patients suffering from Alzheimer's disease (138 patients) and vascular dementia (111 patients) for detection of comorbid pathology was carried out. Significant differences between the groups in the representation of such comorbid conditions as atherosclerosis of large vessels of the brain, recurrent stroke, epileptic seizures, depression were revealed.
Lessons learned from the implementation of University Research Grants (2017−2018) at the Royal University of Phnom Penh
Authors: Chealy CHET
Published: December 2023

Research is the key to knowledge generation and innovation. It is a key assessment criterion for university ranking systems, which emerged globally in the early 2000s. These ranking systems are used by many national governments to inform the process of allocating public research funds. While this practice is not yet in place in Cambodia, the Royal University of Phnom Penh (RUPP), one of the oldest and largest universities in Cambodia, is attempting to promote a research culture within the institution through the provision of the University Research Grants (URGs). This policy brief illustrates how RUPP has managed the launch, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of its first URG cycle and share what has been learned.
Book Review3: Phil Benson, ‘Teaching and researching autonomy in language learning’. (Harlow, UK, Longman/Pearson Education, 2011, 283 pages, 123 USD (Hardcover) ISBN-13: 978-1408205013
Authors: Narith KEUK Chan , Chantha LIM
Published: December 2023

Phill Benson’s thought-provoking book, Teaching and researching autonomy, provides important views about teaching and researching regarding learner autonomy in (language) classrooms. This book has illuminated educational policy makers, curriculum developers, managers, teachers and various other professionals who are concerned about developing learner autonomy with core principles about learner autonomy, practices of (language) learner autonomy, and research areas about (language) learner autonomy. The book comprises four sections, each of which consists of several chapters. Additional information such as quotes and explanations, short synopses of relevant concepts, and bibliographies of the relevant scholars have also been portrayed in each chapter to enhance readers’ comprehension of the chapter.
Hosting a scholarly journal to promote the digital library at Cambodia’s higher education institutions (HEIs)
Authors: Chealy CHET , Serey SOK , Oeurn CHEYChan
Published: December 2023

Although scholarly journals have a long history, they are a new phenomenon in Cambodia. Recently, the Ministry of Education Youth and Sport (MoEYS) has shown solid effort and commitment to promoting scholarly journals
HOW PLATFORM FEATURES DRIVE CONSUMER BEHAVIOR ON OMNICHANNEL IN INDONESIA
Authors: Sinta Rukiastiandari  , Dede Suleman  , Lilik Yuliawati  , Fara Mutia  , Luthfia Rohimah  , Aprillia
Published: December 2023

This study investigates the relationship between platform features, customer engagement, satisfaction, purchase and repurchase intentions, and customer types in omnichannel retail. A survey of 250 participants utilized an online questionnaire, analyzed with statistical methods. Results show that platform convenience and advanced features drive satisfaction, purchase, and repurchase intentions. Impact on customer engagement varies by customer type. Ease of use indirectly affects satisfaction, purchase, and repurchase via engagement and customer type. The research underscores considering customer type when assessing ease of use and design impact on outcomes. It reveals intricate relationships, surpassing prior research by illustrating how platform features affect diverse customer engagement. Ease of use indirectly influences loyalty via engagement and customer type. This underscores a multifaceted loyalty formation. Businesses must factor engagement and customer type in platform refinement for target audience needs. Study underscores understanding platform features, engagement, and loyalty interplay for enhanced customer experiences and business success. It establishes a foundation for future research and practical omnichannel retail improvements.
THE EFFECT OF SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING ON CONSUMER AWARENESS ON STARBUCKS PRODUCTS
Authors: Dede Suleman  , Ida Zuniarti  , Sri Rusiyati  , Joko Ariawan  , Roy Irawan  , Helmy Ivan Taruna  , Eulin Karlina
Published: December 2023

The purpose of this research is to analyze the influence of social media marketing variables on consumer awareness at Starbucks. This research is explanatory research with a quantitative approach. The data for this study were obtained from 119 respondents. The sampling method in this study is quota sampling. According to multiple regression analysis, the results show that brand exposure has an influence but not significant on consumer awareness, indicated by a t-test value of 0.137 and a significance value of 0.891. Customer involvement has a significant influence on consumer awareness, indicated by a t test value of 2.251 and a significance value of 0.026. Word of Mouth has a significant influence on consumer awareness, indicated by a t test value of 5.172 and a significance value of 0.000.
ELECTRONIC TAXATION AND TAX YIELD A PRE AND POST COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS
Authors: Ihenyen Confidence Joel  , Owonaro Dorcas Diweri  , Agagowei Rebecca Suotan
Published: December 2023

This scholarly inquiry delves into the intricate interplay among digital taxation and the consequential tax yield. The primary aim of this article is to discern the diverse methodologies by which digital tax systems can be safeguarded and maintained in Nigeria, while also exploring strategies to prevent and mitigate instances of cyber tax crimes. This endeavor is informed by the invaluable insights and lessons garnered from the experiences of other nations in their resolute battle against digital tax fraud. The concept of tax-equivalent yield pertains to the calculation of the rate of return that a taxable bond must attain in order to be on par with the yield generated by a corresponding tax-exempt municipal bond. The process of calculation serves as a valuable instrument for investors to discern and evaluate the disparities in returns between a tax-exempt investment and its taxable counterpart. A cross-sectional research design was used with a sample size determined by statistical power analysis. Secondary data was obtained from the National Bureau of Statistics and analyzed utilizing appropriate statistical techniques, including regression analysis. The model specification indicates that electronic taxation revenue has a favorable but not substantial outcome on economic expansion, while government spending has an unfavorable but insignificant impact on economic growth. The R2 of .852 suggests that the model elucidates 85.2% of the variance in GDP growth, which is a relatively high amount of variance explained. The study concludes that electronic taxation and government spending may have some impact on economic growth, but the effect is not statistically significant. The paper recommends conducting more research to identify other factors that may have a substantial influence on economic growth, improving electronic tax collection methods, and improving the effectiveness and efficiency of government spending. Policymakers should consider both statistical significance and practical significance when making decisions based on empirical research.
RESILIENCE IN CHILDREN CAUGHT IN DRUGS CASE IN PALEMBANG CLASS I LPKA WITH ISLAMIC PSYCHOTRAPHY APPROACH
Authors: Rama Revanza  , Ira Novri Anggraini  , Kartika Cantamala  , Zakiah Rani Amanda  , Lidia  , Peri  , Dicky Wandira Aditya Putra  , Nissya Novi Andini  , Ridha Setya Dinta  , Irfa Farhatul Maula  , Fasya Annisa  , Siti Balqis Lubis  , Audy Ananda  , Asni  , Albert Haryadi
Published: December 2023

Narcotics cases are the biggest cases in Indonesia, both users or dealers and dealers. Narcotics users in LPKA 1 Palembang are dominated by teenagers so that the psychological condition resulting from the use of narcotics is prone to experiencing depression, stress and excessive anxiety. The purpose of this study was to find out and overcome resilience in children who were caught in drug cases at LPKA 1 Palembang with an Islamic psychotherapy approach. The method used is a qualitative method with a qualitative descriptive approach and uses Islamic psychotherapy interventions. Research subjects amounted to 3 people. Data collection was obtained using interviews and observations. Data analysis uses descriptive and deductive techniques (describes and describes all problems clearly and in detail). The results of this study show that through Islamic psychotherapy intervention, namely gestalt therapy, to overcome the attitudes of children who are caught in drug cases in Class I LPKA Palembang. Islamic psychotherapy interventions carried out at LPKA Class I Palembang on narcotic addicts were able to build good resilience. The resilience possessed by Narcotics addicts cannot be separated from the learning process obtained during the detention period.
ACHIEVEMENT MOTIVATION FOR PSYCHOLOGY STUDENTS IN PARTICIPATING IN NATIONAL LEVEL ISLAMIC COMPETITIONS
Authors: Putri Nabila  , Belly Lestari  , Masayu Alifah Saznabila  , Fahirah Mayangsari  , Fatima Az-zahra  , Bella Nafisah  , Reski Ramadani  , Muhamad ilham fhatona  , Fadhil Fadhlur Rohman  , Sepriyan Pangestu  , Winata ardiana  , Filaila Dekautsar
Published: December 2023

The purpose of this study was to determine why psychology students are motivated to participate in national level competitions. This research uses Mixed Method with sequential explanatory design the subject of this research comes from N = 150 psychology students. Taking the subject of this study using purposive sampling technique. Data collection techniques using questionnaires and using the achievement motive scale. The results of this study indicate that why psychology students are motivated to participate in national level competitions because of the drive in each individual to achieve goals such as wanting to challenge themselves There are several factors that influence individuals, namely ideals, self-development, parents, economy, school and the results of research from a total of N = 150 respondents based on factors found that as many as N = 25 have high motivation, N = 108 have moderate motivation, and N = 17 have low motivation whose results are more likely to be in the low category. When viewed from the gender of psychology students, both men have a motivation of (31.4889) and women have a motivation of (31.4095) which results in almost the same achievement motivation.
THE EFFECT OF POSITIVE THINKING THERAPY ON REDUCING ANXIETY IN UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
Authors: Devina Rizki Adhisty Devina  , Basyar Mauludi Usiska  , Yuniza Eka Putri Larasati  , Iin Indriyani  , Salsabila Azzahra  , Muthmainnah Isnaini
Published: December 2023

Anxiety is a condition in which emotions are used to show an emotional response that is not in accordance with the circumstances that cause fear. This study aims to determine the decrease in anxiety in students of the Raden Fatah Islamic State University. The research method used in this research is quantitative with an experimental approach. Experimental research is research that provides treatment to a research sample which then observes the consequences of that treatment on the object of research. The sample of this study were students who experienced high levels of anxiety at the Faculty of Psychology, Raden Fatah Islamic State University, as many as 30 students.
PERANCANGAN APLIKASI JUAL BELI TANDAN BUAH SAWIT (TBS) PADA PENGEPUL H. MUSLIMIN BERBASIS WEB
Authors: Maria Sinta , Simatupang Julianto , Gunawan Vicky Setia , Savitri Destina
Published: December 2023

Pengepul H. Muslimin adalah tempat transaksi jual beli tandan buah sawit (TBS). Saat ini, proses pengelolaan data TBS masih dilakukan secara tradisional dengan menggunakan buku besar. Hal ini menyebabkan beberapa masalah, seperti kesulitan dalam mencari dan mengolah data TBS, termasuk masalah seperti kesalahan dalam mencatat berat timbangan, hilangnya atau tercecernya nota pembelian, dan kesulitan dalam menghitung biaya operasional yang telah dikeluarkan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menciptakan sebuah aplikasi jual beli TBS dengan menerapkan metode Rapid Application Development (RAD) dan Unified Modelling Language (UML), serta menggunakan bahasa pemrograman PHP sebagai fondasi untuk pengembangan aplikasi tersebut. Aplikasi yang dibangun untuk jual beli TBS dapat mengurangi waktu dan jarak, memberikan data yang lebih akurat, serta informasi harga yang lebih baik. Ini akan membantu petani meningkatkan pendapatan dan kesejahteraan mereka karena transaksi menjadi lebih akurat dan transparan.
Anmeldelse af Mette W. Tops Den forkerte muhammedtegner – og andre nuancer af karikaturkrisen, Forlaget Vandkunsten, 2023
Authors: Horsfjord Vebjørn Leonard
Published: December 2023

Book review
A FRAMEWORK FOR ASSET TRANSFERS
Authors: Amadi-Echendu Anthea Patricia
Published: December 2023

The processes used to transfer immovable property from a seller to a buyer in South Africa are outdated and not digitised. Paper-based documents increase the risk of fraud and misrepresentation. This study considered the implementation of a cloud-based centralised database for property supply chain partners to enhance transparency, turnaround times, and security while minimising risks and costs. Digitalised property processes would result in title deeds’ dematerialisation and not merely the automation of the paper-based system. This qualitative study was exploratory, and semi-structured interviews were conducted with role-players involved with property transfers in South Africa. These included the South African Reserve Bank, the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development, the Law Society of South Africa, mortgage originators, The Banking Association, the Department of Home Affairs, the Registrar of each Deeds Office, the Surveyor General’s office, municipalities, software companies, National Treasury, South Africa’s Central Securities Depository (Strate Ltd), and the Tshwane Mettropolitan Municipal Council. Keywords: Supply chain, Supply chain management, Land administration, Risk management, Payments systems, Information technology, Records management, Dematerialisation
SYSTEM DYNAMICS MODELLING AND SIMULATION OF COMPUTER CONTROL SYSTEMS FOR STEEL INGOT FURNACES
Authors: Somo Gabriel , Daniyan Ilesanmi , Swanepoel Jan , Mpofu Khumbulani
Published: December 2023

The problem that necessitated this study was that some furnaces that were responsible for the further processing of steel pipes at Company X were not connected to a programmable logic control (PLC)–Internet of Things (IoT) system. This slowed down the product flow. To address this problem, PLC-IoT systems were integrated so that the production system could be more effective. This study therefore models and simulates the integrated PLC-IoT control system, using the system dynamics modelling approach to investigate the performance of the automated gas furnaces. The PLC-IoT consists of an internal module that is used to process the data stream. After the implementation of the proposed control system, primary data was acquired by continuously evaluating the performance of the system. The research methodology used involved quantitative analysis and a simulation model using the Anylogic software. The result of the delivery and inventory of ingots from an automated system showed an upward trend with delivery and an inventory of an ingot at about 90 minutes; while a system that was not automated with PLC-IoT showed a downward trend of ingots. This shows that the introduction of the PLC-IoT for control makes the system more effective. The findings of this work could assist the manufacturers in achieving manufacturing or production efficiency, significant time savings, and better monitoring of the manufacturing process. Keywords: Automation, Control system, Gas furnace, PLC-IoT, Simulation
MONITORING FOR CRACKS IN METAL L-PBF USING GAS-BORNE ACOUSTIC EMISSION
Authors: Moore Moore Karabo , Kouprianoff Dean , Louw Danie , Yadroitsava Ina , Yadroitsev Igor
Published: December 2023

Delaminations and cracks are detrimental phenomena that hinder the quality of the final product in metal additive manufacturing. The effective use of other online monitoring systems that can detect these deformations and delaminations during the manufacturing process is currently being developed and implemented in practice. In this paper, gas-borne acoustic emission is used to show that cracks/delaminations that occur during the metal laser powder bed fusion build process can be detected and distinguished from other machine noise. The peaks in the amplitude of the signal emitted in the time domain could be used to indicate the occurrence of cracks during the build process. The frequency characteristics of the signal could also clearly indicate the occurrence of the macro cracks and differentiate between the signals from the cracks and the machine noise.
Integración del Wiktionary en el plan estudios de Lingüística de la Licenciatura en Filología Alemana
Authors: Arias Arias Iván , Bertomeu Pi Pau
Published: December 2023

Los diccionarios colaborativos han ganado popularidad recientemente en el mercado lexicográfico. Los sistemas de información léxica, como Wikcionario, son accesibles y fáciles de usar, y presentan no solo información lingüística, sino también datos enciclopédicos y terminológicos. En este artículo, presentaremos una propuesta didáctica sostenible, socialmente responsable y democrática basada en el enfoque AICLE para estudiantes del grado de Filología Alemana. Se utilizará Wikcionario para resolver problemas lingüísticos relativos a la interfaz semántica, planteados en forma de actividades. Asimismo, se destacará el papel crucial que desempeñan los léxicos colaborativos hoy en día en la construcción de una nueva lexicografía.
Criminalization of the Nazism: Russian, foreign and international experience
Authors: Sergeeva Anzhelika Anatol'evna , Gorbatova Marina Anatol'evna , Gurev Mikhail Sergeevich , Kirillova Yana Maksimovna , Lototskii Anton Sergeevich , Pyatkova Oksana Vladimirovna , Feizullaev Firudin Makhramali Ogly
Published: December 2023

In the modern period, the danger of spreading Nazi ideas remains high. The object of the study is social relations arising from the qualification of encroachments related to manifestations of the ideology of Nazism. The subject of the study is the norms of Russian legislation on countering extremist activities. The authors pay special attention to comparative legal analysis, considering the foreign and international experience of legal regulation countering the rehabilitation of Nazism. Extremist activity is a multifaceted concept, and manifestations of the ideology of Nazism, including its approval, the demonstration of Nazi symbols, and the distribution of relevant literature, are only part of it. At the same time, such actions form the ideological basis of extremism, as a result of which they require independent criminalization. Foreign and international experience in this area deserves attention and potential consideration. The methodology of the study is based on the comparative legal method, since it has a comparative orientation. In addition, the authors used a wide range of general scientific methods. The main conclusions are based on the thesis that the legislator recognized the identical public danger of any manifestations of the ideology of Nazism, including those that are not related to aggression and the commission of crimes motivated by hatred or enmity. When improving anti-extremist legislation, it is necessary to take this circumstance into account. The novelty is characterized by the results of the analysis of foreign experience in criminal law regulation and the legal positions of the UN General Assembly, which bring a certain unity to the terminological range necessary for the organization of effective identification and correct qualification of socially dangerous encroachments associated with the spread of Nazi ideology. Extremism is not limited only to manifestations of the ideology of Nazism. Equally, it can be concluded that manifestations of the ideology of Nazism can be isolated taking into account the motive of hatred or enmity. However, in practice, a considerable part of extremist activity is motivated precisely by the approval (overt or veiled) of Nazi ideas, or represents their modernization.
Sequential Direct and Inverse Modeling of Underground Flows in the Upper Cheliff Alluvial Aquifer, Algeria
Authors: Kaben Ourdia , Maizi Djamel , Takorabt Mebarka
Published: December 2023

The Upper Cheliff plain lies 125 km south-west of Algiers, capital city of Algeria. It is characterized by its unconfined aquifer contained in a heterogeneous filling of Mio-Plio-Quaternary age. Nowadays, this aquifer is severely exploited to meet the domestic, industrial and agricultural needs in the region. Groundwater resources management by means of numerical modeling is highly required in order to improve our knowledge of the hydrogeological operation of this aquifer. In this work we implemented an approach based on a sequential solving of the direct and inverse problems. In the case of the direct problem, steadystate flow simulations revealed the persistence of large discrepancies between the measured and calculated piezometric levels, which reflect the heterogeneity of the aquifer. The zonation provided by the direct method, based on the conceptual model, is then fed in the inverse method. The latter, in addition to its speed and its convergence, made it possible to reduce the disparities with measurements as noted in the direct method. The main results highlight a heterogeneous hydraulic conductivity distribution which reaches its highest values in the central and north-western sectors of the aquifer, whereas the lowest values are found in the eastern, northern and southern sectors of the aquifer. Furthermore, calculation of the groundwater flow budget by the inverse model showed that rainfall recharge is the main input into the aquifer with 462.5x103 m3/day, whereas the most important outlet of the aquifer is the Cheliff Wadi with a flow rate of 627x103 m3/day.
Curriculum Management in Higher Education: An Analysis Using the Four Frames Model
Authors: Riad Jennifer
Published: December 2023

This research explores curriculum management in higher education using Bolman and Deal’s Four Frames Model. The study focuses on a private Southern California university’s curriculum management process, examining it through the structural, human resources, political, and
symbolic frames. The structural frame emphasizes role clarity and formal processes, while the human resources frame highlights relationships and individual well-being. The political frame addresses conflicts and power dynamics, emphasizing checks and balances. Finally, the symbolic frame emphasizes
the meaning and purpose of curriculum changes, particularly in enhancing student learning. The analysis reveals a well-structured curriculum management process that fosters relationships, manages conflicts constructively, and remains connected to the overarching purpose of improving student
learning. The findings suggest that a balanced approach that considers these frames can lead to effective curriculum management in higher education institutions.
Student Performance in Different Modes of Online and In-person Assessments and Impact on Academic Integrity
Authors: Radovilsky Zinovy , Hegde Vishwanath
Published: December 2023

The issues of academic integrity across online and in-person assessments were addressed by analyzing student total, conceptual, and numerical performance scores in the three modes of assessment: (1) In-person assessment with proctoring; (2) Online unproctored assessment; and (3) Respondus
assessment online with proctoring. It was identified that the Respondus assessment allowed achieving statistically the same assessment results as those for the In-person assessments with proctoring. It was also discovered that the online or in-person course format and proctoring a test were
significantly associated with all score types. In addition, the authors recommended some improvements to academic integrity of online assessment.
Quality Education in Schools
Authors: Zajda Joseph
Published: December 2023

The article defines and explains quality in education, applicable to schools, both locally and globally. The article reviews major policy statements on quality education by UNESCO, UNICEF, and the OECD. By examining some of the findings on quality in education, the article addresses
some of the key issues in quality teaching and students’ outcomes. The article argues that quality of teaching involves the establishment of quality in schools and engaging and motivational relationships with students in the classroom. Such environments and relationships are supportive,
and inclusive, where teachers demonstrate a strong sense of self-efficacy, and beliefs in their students’ abilities to master high quality learning. Students in such classes are regularly provided with learning tasks of high intellectual quality. Finally, quality teaching helps students
to develop effective critical thinking skills.
Host and viral determinants of airborne transmission of SARS-CoV-2 in the Syrian hamster
Authors: Port Julia R. , Morris Dylan H. , Riopelle Jade C. , Yinda Claude Kwe , Avanzato Victoria A. , Holbrook Myndi G. , Bushmaker Trenton , Schulz Jonathan E. , Saturday Taylor A. , Barbian Kent , Russell Colin A. , Perry-Gottschalk Rose , Shaia Carl I. , Martens Craig , Lloyd-Smith James O. , Fischer Robert J. , Munster Vincent J.
Published: December 2023

It remains poorly understood how SARS-CoV-2 infection influences the physiological host factors important for aerosol transmission. We assessed breathing pattern, exhaled droplets, and infectious virus after infection with Alpha and Delta variants of concern (VOC) in the Syrian hamster. Both VOCs displayed a confined window of detectable airborne virus (24-48 h), shorter than compared to oropharyngeal swabs. The loss of airborne shedding was linked to airway constriction resulting in a decrease of fine aerosols (1-10µm) produced, which are suspected to be the major driver of airborne transmission. Male sex was associated with increased viral replication and virus shedding in the air. Next, we compared the transmission efficiency of both variants and found no significant differences. Transmission efficiency varied mostly among donors, 0-100% (including a superspreading event), and aerosol transmission over multiple chain links was representative of natural heterogeneity of exposure dose and downstream viral kinetics. Co-infection with VOCs only occurred when both viruses were shed by the same donor during an increased exposure timeframe (24-48 h). This highlights that assessment of host and virus factors resulting in a differential exhaled particle profile is critical for understanding airborne transmission.
Postsynaptic cell type and synaptic distance do not determine efficiency of monosynaptic rabies virus spread measured at synaptic resolution
Authors: Patiño Maribel , Lagos Willian N , Patne Neelakshi S , Miyazaki Paula A , Bhamidipati Sai Krishna , Collman Forrest , Callaway Edward M
Published: December 2023

Retrograde monosynaptic tracing using glycoprotein-deleted rabies virus is an important component of the toolkit for investigation of neural circuit structure and connectivity. It allows for the identification of first-order presynaptic connections to cell populations of interest across both the central and peripheral nervous system, helping to decipher the complex connectivity patterns of neural networks that give rise to brain function. Despite its utility, the factors that influence the probability of transsynaptic rabies spread are not well understood. While it is well established that expression levels of rabies glycoprotein used to trans-complement G-deleted rabies can result in large changes in numbers of inputs labeled per starter cell (convergence index [CI]), it is not known how typical values of CI relate to the proportions of synaptic contacts or input neurons labeled. And it is not known whether inputs to different cell types, or synaptic contacts that are more proximal or distal to the cell body, are labeled with different probabilities. Here, we use a new rabies virus construct that allows for the simultaneous labeling of pre- and postsynaptic specializations to quantify the proportion of synaptic contacts labeled in mouse primary visual cortex. We demonstrate that with typical conditions about 40% of first-order presynaptic excitatory synapses to cortical excitatory and inhibitory neurons are labeled. We show that using matched tracing conditions there are similar proportions of labeled contacts onto L4 excitatory pyramidal, somatostatin (Sst) inhibitory, and vasoactive intestinal peptide (Vip) starter cell types. Furthermore, we find no difference in the proportions of labeled excitatory contacts onto postsynaptic sites at different subcellular locations.
Cannabinoid combination targets NOTCH1-mutated T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia through the integrated stress response pathway
Authors: Besser Elazar , Gelfand Anat , Procaccia Shiri , Berman Paula , Meiri David
Published: December 2023

In T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (T-ALL), more than 50% of cases display autoactivation of Notch1 signaling, leading to oncogenic transformation. We have previously identified a specific chemovar of Cannabis that induces apoptosis by preventing Notch1 maturation in leukemia cells. Here, we isolated three cannabinoids from this chemovar that synergistically mimic the effects of the whole extract. Two were previously known, cannabidiol (CBD) and cannabidivarin (CBDV), whereas the third cannabinoid, which we termed 331-18A, was identified and fully characterized in this study. We demonstrated that these cannabinoids act through cannabinoid receptor type 2 and TRPV1 to activate the integrated stress response pathway by depleting intracellular Ca2+. This is followed by increased mRNA and protein expression of ATF4, CHOP, and CHAC1, which is hindered by inhibiting the upstream initiation factor eIF2α. The increased abundance of CHAC1 prevents Notch1 maturation, thereby reducing the levels of the active Notch1 intracellular domain, and consequently decreasing cell viability and increasing apoptosis. Treatment with the three isolated molecules resulted in reduced tumor size and weight in vivo and slowed leukemia progression in mice models. Altogether, this study elucidated the mechanism of action of three distinct cannabinoids in modulating the Notch1 pathway, and constitutes an important step in the establishment of a new therapy for treating NOTCH1-mutated diseases and cancers such as T-ALL.