bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Assessing the Potential Impact of Immunity Waning on the Dynamics of COVID-19: An Endemic Model of COVID-19
Authors: RABIU MUSA , Iyaniwura Sarafa A.
Published: November 2021

We developed an endemic model of COVID-19 to assess the impact of vaccination and immunity waning on the dynamics of the disease. Our model exhibits the phenomenon of backward bifurcation and bi-stability, where a stable disease-free equilibrium co-exists with a stable endemic equilibrium. The epidemiological implication of this is that the control reproduction number being less than unity is no longer sufficient to guarantee disease eradication. We showed that this phenomenon could be eliminated by either increasing the vaccine efficacy or by reducing the disease transmission rate (adhering to non-pharmaceutical interventions). Furthermore, we numerically investigated the impacts of vaccination and waning of both vaccine-induced immunity and post-recovery immunity on the disease dynamics. Our simulation results show that the waning of vaccine-induced immunity has more effect on the disease dynamics relative to post-recovery immunity waning, and suggests that more emphasis should be on reducing the waning of vaccine-induced immunity to eradicate COVID-19.
Prevalence and Phylogenetic Analysis of Babesia Parasites in Reservoir Host Species in Fujian Province, Southeast China
Authors: Zeng Zhiwei , Zhou Shuheng , Xu Guoying , Liu Weijun , Han Tengwei , Liu Jing , Wang Jiaxiong , Deng Yanqin , Xiao Fangzhen
Published: November 2021

Background: Babesiosis is a tick-borne disease that mainly affects small mammals and it has been reported in at least five provinces in China. However, the host range and geographical distribution of the parasite in Fujian Province are unclear. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the prevalence and genetic characteristics of Babesia in Fujian Province, Southeast China, between 2015 and 2020.Methods: Rodent blood samples were collected from 26 different surveillance sites across Fujian Province. Genomic DNA was extracted to screen for Babesia infection using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) amplification, based on 18S rRNA. DNA samples from 316 domestic goats, 85 water buffalo, 56 domestic dogs, and 18 domestic pigs were examined. The prevalence of Babesia was statistically analyzed using the Chi-square test or Fisher’s exact test. A phylogenetic tree was constructed using MEGA 5.0 by gene sequence alignment.Results: Babesia infections were found in 3.96% (43/1,087) of rodents and 1.26% (6/475) of other mammals. Multivariate logistic regression analysis revealed that irrigated cropland, shrubs, and forests were risk factors for Babesia microti infections. The infection rates among domestic pigs, dogs, and goats were found to be 5.56%, 1.79%, and 1.27%, respectively, and no infection was found in water buffalo. Sequencing (18S rRNA gene) revealed that rodents were infected with Babesia (sensu lato) while other mammals were infected with Babesia (sensu stricto).Conclusions: The results indicate that there is wide geographical distribution and phylogenetic relationship of Babesia in Southeast China. This study suggests that mammals, especially wild rodents, are the main natural hosts of Babesia in Fujian. Our findings provide a solid foundation for public health officials to develop Babesia prevention and control measures.
Innovative Methodology for the Synthesis of CoFe2O4 Encapsulated La2Fe2O6 Nanoparticles for their Use in Various Applications.
Authors: Ateia Ebtesam. E. , Mohamed Amira. T.
Published: November 2021

It would be helpful to achieve appropriate synthetic routes to attain larger-scale production at industrial levels of nanocomposites at low costs. In the present work, diphasic composites with core-shell nanostructures formed by La2Fe2O6/CoFe2O4 are investigated. The core-shell structure is fabricated via different preparation methods. The advantages and the demerits of the synthesis techniques are discussed. The presence of both the spinel CoFe2O4 nano ferrite and orthorhombic La2Fe2O6 perovskite phases is revealed by X-ray diffraction (XRD). XPS spectroscopy is utilized to investigate the chemical composition of the prepared samples. The hysteresis loops of the prepared samples exhibit a smooth loop that is resulted from the existence of two homogeneous magnetic phases. For the first time, it has been found that the preparation conditions have the advantage of reducing the switching field distribution (SFD) value for the core- shell nanoparticles. Exchange coupled core–shell nanoparticles present a high potential to regulate the magnetic properties for numerous applications such as heavy metal removal and/or data storage devices. The maximum adsorption capacity (qm) of Cr III on the core-shell (S3) is higher compared to other adsorbents previously testified in the literature. The cost-effective and eco-friendly prepared core-shell samples with good metal removal capacity have great potential for commercialization.
Urban Biodiversity in Pre- and Post-Social Isolation Times: A Case Study of the Public Squares on the City of Sorocaba, SP, Brazil
Authors: de Camargo Julia Fernanda , Silva Fabio Leandro da , Smith Welber Senteio
Published: November 2021

The environmental range has long been neglected. Species that play crucial roles for the good functioning of the planet have their activities jeopardized by human ignorance, but the emergence of a zoonotic disease (COVID-19) in December 2019 turned attention to an atypical fact: previously uncommon animals seen in urban environment began to frequent them looking for resources, this is due to the measures of confinement, distance and social isolation adopted in order to contain the spread of the virus. In this work, public squares located in the city of Sorocaba, inlands of São Paulo, were studied, regarding the richness of species, bioindicator groups (birds, butterflies and dragonflies) in three different periods: before the social isolation system coming into effect, during and after it, to analyze whether such measures had an influence on urban biodiversity. The Sorensen and Cluster (Jaccard estimator) analytics methods, Non-metric Multidimensional Scaling (nMDS) and One-Way ANOVA variance analysis showed that, with the reclusion of the citizens, there were no significant difference in species abundance in the sampled locations during the three periods, but the lockdown was marked by the illustrious presence of a rare species butterfly (Greta oto [Hewitson 1854]), unregistered in previous surveys carried out in the municipality. It could be concluded that, although the functioning of urban ecosystems is intrinsically linked to human presence, the sudden decrease in the circulation of people and vehicles has had positive consequences for the environment richness inserted in cities.
Convex Fuzzy Cones of Hypervector Spaces
Authors: Dehghan OmidReza , ameri reza
Published: November 2021

The aim of this paper is to study some main
properties of convex fuzzy cones of hypervector spaces.
In this regard, a characterization of fuzzy subhyperspaces is presented based on ordinary subhyperspaces.
Also the convex cone spanned by non-empty subsets of
real hypervector spaces is obtained. Moreover, by introducing the notion of fuzzy cone, the smallest fuzzy
subhyperspace of V containing µ and the largest fuzzy
subhyperspace of V contained in µ is achieved, for a
convex fuzzy cone µ of real hypervector space V .
Microwaves: a Novel Approach to SARS-CoV-2 Genome Extraction
Authors: Álvarez-Argüelles Marta Elena , Rojo-Alba Susana , Martin Gabriel , Pérez-Martínez Zulema , Castelló-Abietar Cristian , Boga Jose Antonio , Melón Santiago
Published: November 2021

On this study an innovative approach to the heat extraction has been tested: the use of microwaves, which can decrease dramatically the time needed to do the genome extraction. The method can obtain the virus with enough quality to assure the identification by q(RT)-PCR and minimize procedures and contaminations.
Quantitative methods used to evaluate impact of health promotion interventions to prevent HIV infections: a methodological systematic review protocol
Authors: Ravalihasy Andrainolo , Kardas-Sloma Lidia , Yazdanpanah Yazdan , Ridde Valéry
Published: November 2021

Background

Combination prevention is currently considered the best approach to combat HIV epidemic. It is based upon the combination of structural, behavioral and biomedical interventions. Such interventions are frequently implemented in a health promoting manner due to their aims, the approach that was adopted and their complexity. The impact evaluation of these interventions often relies on methods inherited from the biomedical field. However, these methods have limitations and should be adapted to be relevant for these complex interventions. This systematic review aims to map the evidence-based methods used to quantify the impact of these interventions and analyze how these methods are implemented.
Methods

Three databases (Web of Science, Scopus, PubMed) will be used to identify impact evaluation studies of health promotion interventions that aimed at reducing the incidence or prevalence of HIV infection. Only studies based on quantitative design assessing intervention impact on HIV prevalence or incidence will be included. Two reviewers will independently screen studies based on titles and abstracts and then on the full text. The information about study characteristics will be extracted to understand the context in which the interventions are implemented. The information specific to quantitative methods of impact evaluation will be extracted using items from the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool (MMAT), the guidelines for reporting Statistical Analyses and Methods in the Published Literature (SAMPL) and the guidelines for Strengthening The Reporting of Empirical Simulation Studies (STRESS). This review will be conducted according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) statement.
Discussion

The impact evaluation of HIV prevention interventions is a matter of substantial importance given the growing need for evidence of the effectiveness of these interventions whereas they are increasingly complex. These evaluations allow to identify the most effective strategies to be implemented to fight the epidemic. It is therefore relevant to map the methods to better implement them and adapt them according to the type of intervention to be evaluated.
Systematic review registration:
PROSPERO CRD42020210825
Toxicity Outcome Using Bladder-Rectum Spacer Balloon Versus Vaginal Gauze Packing in Brachytherapy in Cervical Cancer.
Authors: Ballari Nagarjun , Rana Sakshi , Rai Bhavana , Gowda Srinivasa , Bhargavan Suja , P Raghukumar , Santhosh Abi , Ghoshal Sushmita
Published: November 2021

BACKGROUNDTo compare the clinical impact in terms of toxicity outcomes with RayshieldTM bladder rectum spacer balloon (BRSB) versus vaginal gauze packing (VGP) in patients treated with high dose rate intracavitary brachytherapy for carcinoma cervix.RESULTSFollow-up and dosimetric data of patients in whom BRSB and VGP were used in a previously reported randomized study were retrieved, 8. Out of 80 patients analysed, late toxicities assessment (according to Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events version 4.0 (CTCAE v4). was possible in 65 patients as 14 patients were lost to follow-up and one patient died. Grade 2 bladder toxicity was observed in 2 patients in each arm. Only 1 patient in VGP arm experienced grade 3 proctitis while none of the patient in BRSB arm had ³Grade 2 rectal toxicity. Vaginal toxicity was comparable in both the arms.CONCLUSION No significant difference was observed in bladder and rectal toxicities using the BRSB versus VGP. BRSB can be considered as an alternative to VGP in intracavitary brachytherapy for cervical cancer using tandem- ovoid applicatorsThe study was approved by the institute ethics committee and registered under Clinical Trial Registry of India (CTRI/2009/091/000840).
Tumor-Targeted Drug Delivery as a Successful Approach for Reducing Doxorubicin–Induced Cardiotoxicity
Authors: Pourradi Nasibeh Mohammad Ali , Azarmi Yadollah , Babaei Hossien , Baradaran Behzad , Shokouhi-Gogani Behrooz , Abbasnejad Zahra , Hamishehkar Hamed
Published: November 2021

Doxorubicin (DOX) is an effective chemotherapy drug used to treat many malignancies, including breast cancer. However, its clinical application is severely limited by cardiotoxicity. This study investigated if using thermo/pHsensitive magnetic nanoparticles decorated with folate (folate-poly-MNPs) as tumor-targeted drug delivery systems (DDSs) could reduce the cardiotoxicity and inflammatory properties of DOX in a rat model of breast cancer. In this study, forty rats were intravenously administered the control, DOX, DOX-poly-MNPs, and DOXfolate-poly-MNPs every 48 hours for 12 days. The cardiac health monitoring following breast cancer therapy confirmed that the novel smart DDS improved ECG pattern, left ventricular function, blood pressure parameters, and heart weight index. Moreover, it could decrease myocardial cell death by decreasing the protein levels of BAX, c-PARP1, and c-caspase-3, with concomitant downregulation of the BAX/Bcl-2 ratio, compared to the commercial DOX. In addition, the DOXfolate-poly-MNPs treatment significantly reduced NLRP3 inflammasome activation in cardiomyocytes, which was mediated by caspase-1 inhibition, and suppressed upregulation of IL-1β and IL18 protein expression to prevent myocardial damage. In this regard, the developed folatepolyMNPs could be represented as a new potential drug delivery system for breast cancer chemotherapy due to the combination of passive and active targeting aimed at preventing nonspecific body distribution, inhibiting NLRP3 inflammasome activation, and consequently reducing DOX cardiotoxicity as its main adverse effect.
Clinical Features and Treatment Response to Differentiate Idiopathic Peritonitis From Non-strangulating Intestinal Infarction Associated With Strongylus Vulgaris Infection in the Horse
Authors: Hedberg-Alm Ylva , Tydén Eva , Tamminen Lena-Mari , Lindström Lisa , Anlén Karin , Svensson Maria , Riihimäki Miia
Published: November 2021

Background: Peritonitis in horses secondary to non-strangulating infarction (NSII) has a grave prognosis, even after intestinal resection. In contrast, horses with idiopathic peritonitis respond well to medical treatment. Affected horses in both cases often show signs of both colic and systemic inflammation, but early diagnosis is crucial for optimal treatment and an accurate prognosis. One cause of NSII is thrombus formation secondary to Strongylus vulgaris larval migration. There has been a documented increase in S. vulgaris prevalence in Sweden since the implementation of selective anthelmintic treatment in 2007, which subsequently could result in a rise in NSII cases. In a retrospective clinical study, medical records from cases diagnosed with NSII or idiopathic peritonitis from three equine referral hospitals in Sweden during 2017-2020 were reviewed. Information including demographic data, relevant medical history, and clinical- and laboratory parameters were obtained from patient records. To facilitate the differentiation between cases of idiopathic peritonitis and cases with confirmed NSII, the aim of the study was to compare clinical and laboratory parameters, clinical progression and initial response to antimicrobial treatment as well as survival-rates.Results: Horses with NSII (n = 20) were significantly more likely to present during the winter months with a poorer response to medical treatment within 48 hours. Cases of idiopathic peritonitis (n = 115) had a 99.1 % survival rate with medical treatment. In comparison, all confirmed NSII cases were non-responsive to antimicrobial treatment and had a low survival rate (25%) with surgical treatment. Specific rectal findings and peripheral blood neutropenia were strongly associated with NSII. Conclusions: In Sweden, idiopathic peritonitis cases still predominate over S. vulgaris associated NSII cases and have an excellent survival rate with antimicrobial treatment. However, horses presenting with septic peritonitis during the winter months with a palpable rectal mass and continuing fever and colic signs beyond 48 hours of medical treatment are likely to suffer from NSII and should be considered for abdominal surgery.
Efficacy of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors in Metastatic Epstein-Barr Virus Associated Gastric Cancer (EBVaGC): A Case Series and Review of Literature
Authors: Liang Shimeng , Leng Weibing , Jiang Dan , Liu Ming , Cao Dan , Zhu Qing , Wang Yongsheng , Qiu Meng
Published: November 2021

Background
Immunotherapy has revolutionized the treatment of malignant tumors. However, limited clinical data are available to report the efficacy of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) on Epstein-Barr virus-associated gastric carcinoma.
Methods
In this study, we report a case series of five patients with metastatic Epstein-Barr virus-associated gastric carcinoma who were treated with ICIs and to perform a pooled analysis of published cases to investigate the efficacy of ICIs in Epstein-Barr virus-associated gastric carcinoma patients.
Results
Between 2018 and 2020, five metastatic gastric cancer patients with EBV positivity who received PD-1 antibodies treatment were included in the analysis at the authors’ institution. Furthermore, we performed a pooled analysis of the contemporary literature. In our case series, two patients experienced partial response (PR); one patient achieved complete response (CR), whereas two patients had progression disease (PD), resulting an ORR of 60%. In the pooled analysis of all 36 patients, ORR was 48.6% (17/35). For the first line and later lines, it was 75% (3/4) and 45.2% (14/31) respectively. The ORR was 46.7% (14/30) for ICIs monotherapy and improved to 60% (3/5) by combination with chemotherapy.
Conclusions
These results demonstrated that an EBV-positive status was a reliable biomarker for immunotherapy in metastatic gastric cancer, especially for monotherapy. Immunotherapy combined with chemotherapy may be a better strategy, warranting further large-scale clinical trials for validation.
Online Measurement of the Elastic Recovery Value of Machined Surface in Milling Titanium Alloy
Authors: Huang Panling , Zhou Jun , Xu Liang
Published: November 2021

In the machining of titanium alloy, the elastic recovery of the machined surface will cause strong friction between the tool flank and the workpiece surface, which will result in the tool wear and the poor machined surface. This paper designed a new online measuring system to monitor the elastic recovery behavior of Ti6Al4V alloy in dry milling based on the digital image correlation (DIC). DIC measurement principle were analyzed and the orthogonal milling experiments were carried out under different cutting conditions. Because of the complexity of metal cutting environment such as high temperature and chip splash, and the micro scale of elastic recovery of metal machined surface materials, DIC non-contact sensor was designed to measure the deformation of machined surface materials in titanium alloy milling. The displacement data obtained from the experiment were analyzed, and the calculation method of the elastic recovery value of the machined surface was obtained. The measured data were compared with those in other literature. The focus of this paper is to explore the availability of DIC measuring instrument for measurement of elastic recovery in titanium alloy milling. This method can be extended to the measurement of machining of other difficult machining materials.
Healthcare Providers’ Perspectives of the Supportive Care Needs of Women with Advanced Breast Cancer in Ghana
Authors: Akuoko Cynthia Pomaa , Chambers Shirley , Yates Patsy
Published: November 2021

PurposeThe study sought to understand the supportive care needs of women with advanced breast cancer (ABC) from the perspectives of healthcare professionals (HCPs) and key informants of charitable/non-governmental organisations (NGOs), that provide supportive care services to women with advanced breast cancer, in Ghana.MethodsA qualitative descriptive approach was employed via one-to-one semi-structured interviews with 13 HCPs and key informants of charitable/NGOs in Ghana that provide supportive care services to women with advanced breast cancer. The study was underpinned by Bradshaw’s taxonomy of social needs and Fitch’s supportive care framework. The data were analysed using a deductive content analysis approach.ResultsHealthcare providers and key informants perceived that women with ABC in Ghana have numerous and complex supportive care needs in key areas that align with Fitch’s supportive care framework, including informational, psychological, emotional, physical, practical, social, sexuality and spiritual needs.ConclusionParticipants perceived that women who have ABC in Ghana require ongoing information about their condition, treatments and related effects, as well as spiritual support and guidance particularly due to the fatalistic beliefs they often associate with the condition. Tailored supportive care interventions and services, which address the unique sociocultural circumstances for this cohort, are required. Additional research is needed to explore how multidisciplinary teams can work collaboratively to provide comprehensive support to women in addressing their needs.
Nach der Ad-hoc-Digitalisierung: Was bleibt? Was soll weg?
Authors: Riedel Jana , Schulz Anja , Henschler Julia
Published: November 2021

Der Beitrag trägt die Ergebnisse aus drei Think Tanks zusammen, die nach einem Jahr des digitalen Lehrbetriebs an sächsischen Hochschulen mit unterschiedlichen Akteursgruppen online durchgeführt wurden. Im Rahmen der Veranstaltungen erfolgte eine Reflexion der aus einer Notsituation erreichten Fortschritte im Bereich der digitalen Hochschullehre. Die Ergebnisse wurden in Form von Thesen aufbereitet und in den öffentlichen Diskurs eingebracht. Im vorliegenden Beitrag werden die entstandenen Thesen und Argumentationslinien samt ihrer landesspezifischen Besonderheiten diskutiert.
"Ich hab' da so'n Online-Tool": Web-Anwendungen zwischen didaktischer Innovation, organisationalen Anforderungen und Datenschutzrisiken.
Authors: Iberer Ulrich , Rymeš Robert
Published: November 2021

Der Beitrag nimmt die Situation von Schulen und Hochschulen beim Einsatz von Online-Tools in Unterricht und Lehre in den Blick. Es werden neben den didaktischen Potenzialen die bislang eher wenig beachteten datenschutzrechtlichen und organisationalen Implikationen analysiert und zueinander in Verbindung gebracht. Während Lernende und Lehrende danach streben, Online-Tools möglichst kreativ und vielseitig einzusetzen, betrachten juristische Expert*innen primär rechtliche Notwendigkeiten und Risiken. Leitungsverantwortliche wiederum agieren vorrangig in Steuerungslogiken.Die Herausforderungen bedingen sich wechselseitig und bedürfen einer ganzheitlichen Betrachtung aus den unterschiedlichen Domänen.
Disruptionen in der Schule aus der Sicht von Lehrer*innen.
Authors: Schmidt Carlo
Published: November 2021

Welche Sicht haben Lehrer*innen an zwei ausgesuchten Schulen auf den Notfall-Fernunterricht, der aufgrund der politischen Maßnahmen während der Corona-Pandemie nötig wurde? Mithilfe von Diskursiven Interviews wurden Lehrer*innen befragt, die tagtäglich mit den entstehenden Herausforderungen konfrontiert sind. Das Ziel des Beitrags ist es, die sozialen Deutungsmuster der Lehrer*innen im Zusammenhang mit eben diesen Herausforderungen zu rekonstruieren. Im Ergebnis zeigte sich, dass dabei besonders die Frage der digitalen Reproduzierbarkeit des Sozialen sowie pragmatische Muster die Deutungen der Lehrer*innen bestimmen.
Interaktive Online-Workshops, Escape-Games, Rollenspiele. Potenziale medienpädagogischer Online-Lernräume.
Authors: Berger Sonja , Esterl Nadine , Beier Johanna , Debold Christine
Published: November 2021

Der Einsatz von interaktiv-konstruktiven Lernaktivitäten in Form kreativ-produktiver und spielerischer Projektarbeit im Distanzunterricht ist eine neue Entwicklung im Rahmen der Schulschließungen infolge der COVID-19-Pandemie. Um den Nutzen dieser Online-Angebote für Lehrkräfte und Schüler*innen zu evaluieren, wurde eine Erhebung durchgeführt. Die Ergebnisse lassen Rückschlüsse auf Handlungsleitlinien für digitale Angebote und Methoden in der Praxis zu und stützen die Annahme, dass interaktiv-konstruktive Lernaktivitäten auch im digitalen Raum ihren Nutzen und ihre Berechtigunghaben.
Thomas Knaus im Gespräch mit Jörg Keßler
Authors: Knaus Thomas
Published: November 2021

Es wird Herbst in Ludwigsburg: Drei (pandemiebedingte) Onlinesemester liegen hinter uns und die Blätter im benachbarten Favoritepark färben sich bereits, als sich Prof. Dr. Jörg-U. Keßler (Professor für Englische Sprache und ihre Didaktik) und Prof. Dr. Thomas Knaus (Professor für Erziehungswissenschaft, Leiter der Abt. Medienpädagogik und Herausgeber der LBzM) treffen.

Jörg Keßler ist seit 2018 Prorektor für Forschung und Internationales der PH Ludwigsburg sowie (gemeinsam mit Prof. Dr. Christine Sälzer, Uni Stuttgart) einer der beiden Direktor*innen der Professional School of Education Stuttgart-Ludwigsburg (PSE); er wurde außerdem im Sommer zum Nachfolger von Prof. Dr. Martin Fix, dem aktuellen Rektor der PH Ludwigsburg, gewählt.
Hilirisasi Sistem Pemetaan Lahan Pertanian Terintegrasi ”Dutatani” Bagi Kelompok Tani di Desa Gilangharjo Bantul
Authors: Rosa Delima  , Antonius Rachmat Chrismanto  , Argo Wibowo  , Halim Budi Santoso
Published: November 2021

Hilirisasi Sistem Pemetaan Lahan Pertanian (SPLP) merupakan proses pemanfaatan hasil penelitian berupa sistem pemetaan lahan pertanian bagi para pengguna, dalam hal ini kelompok tani, untuk mendukung pemenuhan kebutuhan informasi mengenai kepemilikan dan penggunaan lahan pertanian di suatu daerah. Hilirisasi SPLP dilakukan pada Kelompok Tani Harjo dan Tani Rahayu di Desa Gilangharjo, Bantul, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta. Hilirisasi sistem dilakukan melalu empat tahapan, yaitu 1) identifikasi karakteristik pengguna, 2) diseminasi SPLP, 3) penguatan kapasitas para pengguna, dan 4) pendampingan penggunaan SPLP. Tahapan hilirisasi yang telah kami lakukan pada SPLP di kelompok Tani Harjo dan Rahayu sampai pada tahap pendampingan penggunaan sistem. Pendamping akan terus berlangsung sampai pengguna dapat secara mandiri memanfaatkan sistem. Hilirisasisi Sistem Informasi Pertanian secara umum dan terkhusus SPLP memberikan pelajaran bahwa keberhasilan kegiatan hilirisasi sangat dipengaruhi oleh ketersediaan waktu bagi semua pihak yang terlibat, keseriusan, ketekunan, dan kerjasama yang berkesinambungan dengan pengguna, dalam hal ini kelompok tani. Disamping itu penggunaan sistem harus dapat memberikan dampak nyata kepada masyarakat dan upaya peningkatan kemampuan literasi digital bagi pengguna harus dilakukan secara bersamaan agar pengguna dapat mengoperasikan sistemnya secara mandiri.
Pelatihan Kewirausahaan Orang Tua Penyandang Disabilitas “Mitra Ananda” Kapanewon Nglipar, Kabupaten Gunung Kidul, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta
Authors: Frista  , The Maria Meiwati Widagdo  , Widya Christine Manus  , Matahari Bunga Indonesia
Published: November 2021

Merebaknya pandemi covid-19 telah menimbulkan dampak pada semua aspek kehidupan, bukan hanya dari sisi kesehatan namun juga telah mengganggu perekonomian, terutama menurunnya volume penjualan. Salah satu kelompok masyarakat yang terdampak oleh pandemi covid-19 adalah keluarga anggota organisasi Mitra Ananda yaitu organisasi orang tua dari anak-anak dengan disabilitas (cerebral palsy, autisme dan down syndrome) khususnya yang berbasis di Kabupaten Gunungkidul. Selama ini, Mitra Ananda telah menghasilkan produk kerajinan dari kain perca yang membuat “keset”. Program ini dilaksanakan pada bulan Maret – Juli 2021 di Kabupaten Gunung Kidul, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta. Metode yang digunakan adalah pendampingan praktik pemasaran melalui platform digital dan pelatihan akuntansi dasar. Hasil dari pelatihan diharapkan Mitra Ananda dapat melakukan pemasaran dan pengelolaan keuangan dengan lebih baik.
Pengembangan Kompetensi Technopreneurship bagi Pendidik pada SMA Yahya Bandung
Authors: Julianti Kasih  , Yenni Merlin Djajalaksana
Published: November 2021

Kemajuan Ilmu Kewirausahaan dengan penggunaan teknologi, yang biasa disebut sebagai Technopreunership sangat disadari oleh para pendidik di SMA Yahya Bandung. Sejalan dengan keberadaan Pandemi Covid 19 yang mengharuskan adanya pembatasan interaksi sosial secara langsung, kondisi ini telah memaksa percepatan perkembangan ilmu Technopreunership dalam dunia usaha. Para pendidik di SMA Yahya menyadari bahwa kelajuan perkembangan pengetahuan ini perlu dipelajari untuk transfer pengetahuan yang lebih baik tentang ilmu kewirausahaan bagi murid SMA. Di samping itu, para pendidik pun dapat mendapatkan manfaatnya dengan wawasan lebih luas dan pengetahuan praktis yang dapat diajarkan kembali pada siswa SMA. Menanggapi kebutuhan ini, maka Fakultas Teknologi Informasi Universitas Kristen Maranatha mengadakan pelatihan secara daring dengan topik Technopreneurship bagi para pendidik di SMA Yahya sebagai wujud pengabdian kepada masyarakat. Topik pelatihan mencakup Pelatihan Dasar Technopreneurship, Pelatihan Lanjut Usaha Digital Entrepreneurship, dan Pelatihan Pengembangan Usaha Digital Entrepreneurship. Metode Projek Base digunakan agar para pengajar dapat mempraktekkan apa yang telah dipelajari. Sebanyak 37 pendidik telah menjalani pelatihan dan melengkapi tugas praktek, sehingga di akhir pelatihan para pendidik secara berkelompok berhasil membuat toko online mereka masingmasing. Pada masa yang akan datang diharapkan para pengajar dapat membagikan ilmu yang diperoleh bagi para anak didiknya.
Pendampingan Pengembangan Inovasi Desain Kelompok Rajut Sejahtera Kotabaru, Yogyakarta
Authors: Centaury Harjani  , Koniherawati  , Anesti Budi Ermerawati  , Dan Daniel Pandapotan
Published: November 2021

Kelompok Rajut Sejahtera atau Kelompok Ratra yang berdiri pada tahun 2016 merupakan kelompok ibu rumah tangga istri pensiunan tentara yang gemar merajut. Bertempat tinggal di perumahan tentara Kotabaru Yogyakarta, kelompok Ratra telah mengikuti beberapa kegiatan pembinaan untuk pelatihan merajut produk seperti tas, dompet, dan sepatu yang bertujuan menambah pengetahuan dan pemasukan keluarga. Pemasaran produk sudah dilaksanakan sejak tahun 2019, namun hasil penjualan belum baik dikarenakan adanya persaingan produk sejenis di pasaran. Di tahun 2021 ini, tim UKDW memfasilitasi kelompok Ratra dalam berinovasi desain dan menemukan karakter produk rajut untuk bersaing dalam pemasaran serta membuka pangsa pasar baru yang belum banyak dibuat oleh kompetitor sejenis, khususnya menghadapi situasi pandemik ini. Melalui pendampingan workshop, kelompok Ratra diperkenalkan dengan inovasi desain produk seperti bentukbentuk produk tableware, home decoration, serta aksesoris berukuran kecil yang cepat dibuat dan dibutuhkan dalam keseharian calon konsumen. Pendampingan difokuskan pada workshop kreativitas sekaligus penemuan ciri khas produk Ratra agar lebih cepat dikenal dan disukai konsumen. Adapun workshop yang diberikan antara lain perancangan kemasan, prinsip-prinsip desain, pemahaman tutorial desain rajut berbahasa Inggris, serta pengenalan alternatif material rajut dan penerapannya. Hasil utama dari pendampingan ini adalah penambahan wawasan pengetahuan varian produk rajut serta membangun peluang pasar baru dengan pengembangan jenis produk kelompok Ratra.
Pelaksanaan Abdimas Pembekalan Digital Marketing Bagi Jemaat GKI
Authors: Melitina Tecoalu  , Hery Winoto Tj  , Soegeng Wahyoedi  , Saparso  , Oktavia  , Subagyo  , Daniel Widjaja  , Gatot Gunarso  , Fredella Colline  , Dwi Aprillita  , Oki Sunardi
Published: November 2021

Jemaat Gereja Kristen Indonesia (GKI) adalah bagian dari komunitas masyarakat, dimana di dalamnya merupakan anggota jemaat yang terdiri dari berbagai macam profesi, dimana salah satunya adalah berprofesi sebagai wirausaha. Adapun wirausaha yang digeluti oleh beberapa anggota jemaat adalah termasuk dalam kategori Usaha Mikro Kecil Menengah (UMKM). Anggota Jemaat yang memiliki Usaha Mikro Kecil Menengah tersebut belum sepenuhnya mengetahui dan memahami bagaimana mereka dapat berupaya untuk meningkatkan hasil produknya dapat dijual ke masyarakat luas sampai pelosok luar Jakarta. Oleh karena hal tersebut Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis (FEB) bersama Fakultas Teknik dan Ilmu Komputer (FTIK) siap berkontribusi melakukan kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat di lingkungan Jemaat Gereja Kristen Indonesia (GKI) tersebut. Implementasi pelayanan dalam bidang pengabdian kepada masyarakat merupakan salah satu kewajiban yang harus dipenuhi Perguruan Tinggi yang berkecimpung dalam dunia pendidikan yakni Trdharma Perguruan Tinggi. Adapun kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini dilaksanakan dengan kolaborasi 2 (dua) Fakultas yang ada di UKRIDA yaitu berupa penyelenggaraan kegiatan Seminar dan Pelatihan mengenai Digital Marketing yang diberikan oleh beberapa Dosen FEB dan FTIK sebagai Narasumber sesuai kompentensinya. Diharapkan setelah selesai kegiatan tersebut, ada perubahan yang dicapai oleh Jemaat GKI yang telah mengikuti Seminar tersebut, sehingga terlihat manfaatnya.
Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Pemilik Penyewaan Tikar Di Lokasi Wisata Parangtritis Melalui Perancangan Tikar yang Mempunyai Daya Tarik Bagi Wisatawan
Authors: Purwanto  , Dan Daniel Pandapotan
Published: November 2021

Kondisi pandemi Covid 19 berdampak pada berkurangnya pengunjung di beberapa objek wisata. Salah satu obyek wisata yang terdampak adalah Pantai Prangtritis yang terletak di selatan kota Yogyakarta. Objek wisata ini cukup dekat, sekitar 26 km dari pusat kota sehingga diminati wisatawan lokal dan mancanegara. Di Parangtritis terdapat sekitar 200 penyewaan tikar yang menfasilitasi para pengunjung untuk keperluan duduk santai di tepi pantai. Berdasarkan hasil pengamatan, penyewa tikar mengalami masalah tikarnya tersingkap saat angin bertiup kencang, meskipun sudah ada usaha yang telah dilakukan oleh pemilik tikar yaitu dengan memberikan pemberat pada keempat pojokan tikar. Namun dengan menggunakan pemberat yang seadanya berupa bongkahan batu bangunan, botol bekas atau kantong plastik yang diisi pasir tikar bisa tersingkap saat kena angin dan memberikan kesan kotor di sekitar area wisata masih tersebut. Untuk menyelesaikan permasalahan tersebut, maka perlu untuk membuat desain tikar yang tidak mudah tersingkap dan bisa membantu mengurangi pencemaran lingkungan. Metode yang digunakan adalah pemberdayaan masyarakat kualitatif partisipatori dengan akses objek wisata yang terbatas bersama forum diskusi kelompok penyewaan tikar. Pengambilan data dilakukan melalui survei dan studi literatur. Hasil diskusi dan analisa berupa desain tikar yang tidak tersingkap saat angin bertiup kencang dan memiliki fitur penampungan sampah sementara. Selanjutnya hasil rancangan desain tikar diserahkan kepada pengrajin tikar di sekitar Parangtritis untuk diimplementasikan di lokasi wisata. Desain tikar yang baru diharapkan dapat meningkatkan kenyamanan dan jadi daya tarik wisatawan saat pandemi Covid 19 sudah kondusif.
Pembangunan Sistem Database Desain Batik
Authors: Maria Nila Anggia Rini  , Widi Hapsari  , Nugroho Agus Haryono
Published: November 2021

Salah satu kekayaan budaya yang perlu dilestarikan adalah batik. Batik memiliki motif yang beragam, dimana masing-masing memiliki filosofi dan nilai luhur. Motif batik terus dikembangkan dan dimodifikasi, bahkan diciptakan desain-desain baru. Desain yang telah diciptakan seyogyanya tersimpan dengan baik, sehingga dapat dikenal sampai masa yang akan datang. Teknologi informasi memiliki peran dalam pelestarian salah satu warisan budaya batik. Pelestarian dilakukan salah satunya melalui penyimpanan desain batik yang tidak terpengaruh oleh usia dengan cara digitalisasi dokumen. Program Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat yang dilaksanakan oleh penulis yaitu pendokumentasian desain batik secara digital dan pembangunan sebuah sistem untuk menyimpan dokumen tersebut yang dapat diakses sewaktuwaktu. Dengan demikian ada dua tahap utama yang dikerjakan yaitu pengambilan data gambar desain milik Museum Batik Yogyakarta sebagai mitra dan pembangunan sistem database yang dapat mengakses baik input maupun output data gambar. Sistem database desain dibangun dan dapat diakses tanpa kendala waktu dan tempat serta saat ini berfokus pada kepentingan internal, sehingga sistem yang dikembangkan berbasis web dengan pengguna pihak Museum Batik Yogyakarta. Partisipasi Museum Batik Yogyakarta dalam hal ini memberikan dukungan pada kegiatan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat berupa penyediaan sumber daya yaitu data gambar desain batik.
Pendampingan Peningkatan Nilai Jual Gedebok Pisang menjadi Bahan Olahan Pangan Kelompok Wanita Tani Suka Maju Kecamatan Kalikotes Klaten
Authors: Astuti Yuli Setyani  , Eka Adhi Wibowo
Published: November 2021

Kelompok Wanita Suka Maju berdiri pada tahun 2007. Kelompok ini dibentuk dengan tujuan untuk meningkatkan kesejahteraan keluarga melalui kegiatan usaha para wanita desa Ngemplak, Kecamatan Kalikotes, Kabupaten Klaten. Daerah ini masih banyak warga mempunyai kebun cukup luas yang ditanami pohon pisang. Namun selama ini setiap panen pisang, pohon pisang hanya dibiarkan begitu saja bahkan dibuang. Apabila pohon pisang tersebut diolah menjadi makanan yang bernilai tinggi dan dapat dipasarkan atau dijual maka akan dapat menambah penghasilan ibu-ibu anggota kelompok Wanita Tani Suka Maju. Tujuan dari pengabdian ini memberikan motivasi kepada anggota kelompok dan memberi pelatihan dalam memanfaatkan limbah pohon pisang yang selama ini tidak dimanfaatkan menjadi bahan olahan pangan yang mempunyai nilai lebih. Rencananya, bagian pohon pisang yaitu pelepah pisang tersebut akan dibuat menjadi keripik. Pengolahan bahan yang selama ini menjadi limbah tentunya membutuhkan pelatihan dalam pengolahan, pengemasan dan pemasaran. Dengan adanya pengabdian ini berharap bisa menggerakkan minat berwirausaha terutama pada ibu-ibu kelompok Wanita Tani Suka Maju. Metode yang digunakan adalah pelatihan, pendampingan dan monitoring. Hasil dari pengabdian ini bahwa Kelompok Wanita Suka Maju dapat mengolah keripik pelepah pisang menjadi olahan pangan yang gurih, renyah dan enak. Pembuatan kemasan yang baik dan rapi agar penjualan meningkat dan dapat menambah penghasilan sehingga menjadi usaha baru bagi kelompok Wanita Tani Suka Maju.
Penyusunan Masterplan Kampung Purbonegaran Berbasis Potensi Lokal untuk Pengembangan Perekonomian Warga
Authors: Patricia Pahlevi Noviandri  , Wiyatiningsih  , Christian Nindyaputra Octarino
Published: November 2021

Keterbatasan lahan Kota Yogyakarta seringkali menjadi kendala dalam penataan dan pemanfaatan ruang kota. Untuk itu diperlukan perencanaan ruang yang lebih komprehensif dengan melibatkan seluruh pemangku kepentingan. Mempertimbangkan hal tersebut, pemerintah Kota Yogyakarta mengembangkan program Gandeng Gendong sebagai sarana kolaborasi lima unsur (5K – kota, korporasi, kampus, kampung, dan komunitas). Sebagai bagian dari unsur 5K, tim PkM UKDW terlibat dalam implementasi program Gandeng Gendong melalui kegiatan penyusunan masterplan Kampung Purbonegaran di Kelurahan Terban. Penyusunan masterplan ini dilakukan dengan metode perancangan partisipatif yang melibatkan warga melalui wawancara dan focus group discussion. Data diperoleh melalui observasi dan wawancara yang diawali dengan identifikasi potensi lokal Kampung Purbonegaran sebagai kampung budaya, sayur, dan herbal. Kegiatan ini dilakukan selama 2 tahun (2020-2021) dengan mitra adalah Kampung Purbonegaran pada tahun pertama dan selanjutnya dengan Kelompok Kerja Kampung Keluarga Berkualitas (KB) Purbonegaran yang bertugas untuk mengembangkan kesejahteraan dalam bidang sosial dan ekonomi. Masterplan ini disusun dengan strategi pemetaan potensi, permasalahan, kekuatan, dan kelemahan dari Kampung Purbonegaran. Dengan demikian, masterplan yang dihasilkan diharapkan dapat tepat sasaran. Hasil dari kegiatan PkM ini berupa masterplan yang berisi program-program pembangunan sarana dan prasarana yang diprediksikan akan berdampak bagi kehidupan warga, antara lain Lorong Strawberry, Belik Kids Sanggar Belajar, Taman Ekologi, Lorong Bambu dan meeting point, serta kios portable yang digunakan untuk kewirausahaan Kampung KB Purbonegaran.
Towards a biological profile for South African perinatal remains : osteological and genetic perspectives
Authors:   , Thornton Roxanne
Published: November 2021

Forensic identification of abandoned and suspected infanticide cases admitted to the South African Forensic Pathology Services is often impossible due to decomposition of the remains. In these cases, investigation of suspected criminal activity is almost never pursued. Ancillary tests in the form of anthropological and molecular analyses can assist with the forensic identification of perinatal remains. To provide fundamental information about bone development of perinatal skeleton, osteological and genetic techniques focusing on the pars basilaris, pars lateralis, sternal rib and left femur were used. Samples were obtained from unidentified and unclaimed remains originating from the Johannesburg Forensic Pathology Service (JFPS). To provide a biological age to individuals in the collection, dental aging was used to categorize remains for comparisons with anthropological and molecular data. A molecular protocol was designed to sex individuals using the X-linked G6PD and Y-linked SRY genes. Bone development was studied using osteometric and morphological data of dry bone remains coupled with bone mineral density analysis (Micro-CT). The methylation levels of CpG rich sites within the promoter region of selected bone-associated genes were incorporated to examine silencing of genes during development. Osteological results support the use of the pars basilaris, pars lateralis and femur for age-at-death estimations as well as provide the foundation for dry bone aging criteria for South African individuals. Data compared with established skeletal aging standards indicated developmental differences between populations. Through the use of animal models and the perinatal sternal rib tissue, insights and precautions into the use of post mortem bone derived RNA for forensic applications is communicated. The methylation status of CpG rich sites within the promoter regions support the hypothesis for interdependent machinery involving selected genes during early bone development.
Static and Dynamic Game Theoretic Models of Opinion Control in Marketing Networks
Authors:   Ingush State University, Agieva Movlatkhan T. , Korolev Alexey V. ,   National Research University Higher School of Economics, Ougolnitsky Guennady A. ,   Southern Federal University, J.I. Vorovich Institute of Mathematics, Mechanics and Computer Sciences
Published: November 2021

In this paper we consider game theoretic models of control on networks with application to marketing. We suppose that all strong subgroups are determined in the stage of analysis of the in uence digraph, and the control impact is exerted only to the members of those subgroups because they determine all stable nal opinions. An agent's opinion is interpreted as his expenses for buying goods (services) of a rm. The following problem of opinion control is being studied. A dynamic (di erence) game in normal form where the players solve the problem of maximization of the sum of opinions of the members of a target audience by means of the closed-loop strategies of impact to the current opinions of the members of strong subgroups. We received the analytical solutions and conducted their comparative analysis.
Non-Zero Sum Network Games with Pairwise Interactions
Authors:   St. Petersburg State University, Bulgakova Mariia A.
Published: November 2021

In the paper non-zero sum games on networks with pairwise interactions are investigated. The first stage is network formation stage, where players chose their preferable set of neighbours. In all following stages simultaneous non-zero sum game appears between connected players in network. As cooperative solutions the Shapley value and τ -value are considered. Due to a construction of characteristic function both formulas are simpli ed. It is proved, that the coeffcient λ in τ -value is independent from network form and number of players or neighbours and is equal to 1/2 . Also it is proved that in this type of games on complete network the Shapley value and τ -value are coincide.
Seepage metal concentrations beneath long-term operated bioretention systems
Authors: Reck Arne , Thalmann Mogens , Paton Eva , Kluge Björn
Published: November 2021

Bioretention systems maintain the natural water cycle and help to mitigate climatic extremes impact on urban areas by retarding, storing, and evaporating stormwater runoff. Although bioretention systems have been operated for more than 25 years, systematic investigations on the hydrological functionality and pollutant retention performance of older systems are rare. We employed laboratory and field experiments to investigate three long-term operated bioretention systems in Germany with the following objectives: (i) physico-chemical substrate characterisation; (ii) an event-based influent and effluent trace metal concentration monitoring covering 22 months and (iii) the calculation of metal retention rates. Regarding the pollution status, we found significantly increased trace metal contents in the soil substrate mainly as a function of the drainage area type and the inflow regime. Nonetheless, all measured metal seepage concentrations fall below the German legislative trigger values. Our current findings demonstrate no risk of groundwater degradation even for old bioretention systems suggesting bioretention as a powerful and sustainable tool for stormwater management. Further research requires the handling of soil substrates modified by stormwater infiltration showing enhanced trace metal contents and a certain amount of technogenic sediments.
ENSINO DE SOCIOLOGIA ANTIRRACISTA: REFLEXÕES SOBRE FORMAÇÃO DOCENTE
Authors: Souza e Cruz Eliane Almeida , Oliveira Luiz Fernandes , Ferreira Lins Mônica Regina
Published: November 2021

Desde 2003, muitas conversas e reflexões acontecem nas escolas e nas universidades, acerca de como implementar a Lei 10.639/03, que modificou a LDBEN e estabeleceu a obrigatoriedade do Ensino de História da África e dos Negros no Brasil em todo o currículo do ensino básico, através das Diretrizes Curriculares Nacionais para a Educação das Relações Étnico-raciais e para o Ensino de História e Culturas Afro-brasileiras e Africanas. (BRASIL, 2004). Em vários momentos de debates as questões levantadas pelos docentes são: “Como vou aplicar a lei se não fui formado em História da África e relações raciais?” “Para aplicar a lei, existem materiais didáticos?” “Essa lei foi imposta e além do mais o problema do negro não é um problema social?” “Como aplicar uma lei como essa se a maioria das pessoas não se considera racista?” “Se falarmos da questão racial na sala de aula, não vamos incitar conflitos raciais?” “Trabalhar com esta lei, que trata das diferenças raciais, não significa violar o princípio da igualdade que a escola tanto preza?” Tantas perguntas, que para responder todas, precisaríamos de tempo para escrever e argumentar. Entretanto, o que vamos focar neste texto é justamente as raízes dessas demandas imediatas dos docentes, ou seja, a formação docente para aplicar a Lei. Para tal, num primeiro momento, vamos problematizar algumas questões teóricas e, em seguida, nos posicionar diante deste grande desafio que podemos denominar de construção do conhecimento escolar em sociologia e uma formação docente que mobiliza a construção de novas identidades docentes. Ao final, tentaremos indicar pistas políticas, pedagógicas e epistemológicas para a construção de uma nova perspectiva pedagógica antirracista no ensino de sociologia.
A MEMÓRIA COMO PROMESSA: EXPERIÊNCIAS DA FORMAÇÃO DE PROFESSORES PARA O ENSINO DE SOCIOLOGIA
Authors: Tabachi Silva Geovana
Published: November 2021

Este trabalho tem como finalidade estimular o discente do curso de licenciatura em Ciências Sociais e futuro professor de Sociologia no ensino médio a exercitar sua imaginação sociológica. Levando em consideração a variedade de experiências que o ensino de Sociologia pode proporcionar, utilizam-se como instrumentos para suas reflexões e modos de agir as noções de memória e patrimônio cultural enquanto categorias circunstanciais.