bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Investigating the Associations Between COVID-19, Long COVID, and Sleep Disturbances: Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Shao Heng , Chen Hui , Xu Kewang , Gan Quan , Chen Meiling , Zhao Yanyu , Yu Shun , Li Yutong Kelly , Chen Lihua , Cai Bibo
Published: September 2024

Background

COVID-19 has not only resulted in acute health issues but also led to persistent symptoms known as long COVID, which have been linked to disruptions in sleep quality.

Objective

This study aims to investigate the associations between COVID-19, long COVID, and sleep disturbances, focusing on demographic, socioeconomic, and psychological factors among a Chinese population.

Methods

This cross-sectional study included 1062 participants from China. Demographic, socioeconomic, and clinical data were collected through web-based questionnaires. Participants were divided into 2 groups based on COVID-19 infection status: infected and noninfected. Within the infected group, participants were further categorized into those with long COVID and those without long COVID. Noninfected participants were included in the non–long COVID group for comparison. Sleep quality was assessed using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), while depression and anxiety were evaluated using the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) and the Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) scales, respectively. Multivariable linear regression was conducted to examine the associations between COVID-19, long COVID, and sleep quality, adjusting for demographic and psychosocial factors.

Results

COVID-19 infection was confirmed in 857 participants, with 273 of them developing long COVID. No significant sex disparities were observed in infection rates (P=.63). However, a marginal statistical difference was noted in the prevalence of long COVID among females (P=.051). Age was significantly associated with both infection rates (P<.001) and long COVID (P=.001). Participants aged 60‐70 years were particularly vulnerable to both outcomes. Sleep latency was significantly longer in the infected group (mean 1.73, SD 0.83) compared to the uninfected group (mean 1.57, SD 0.78; P=.01), and PSQI scores were higher (mean 8.52, SD 4.10 vs. 7.76, SD 4.31; P=.02). Long COVID participants had significantly worse sleep outcomes across all metrics (P<.001), except for sleep medication use (P=.17).

Conclusions

Our findings indicate that long COVID is strongly associated with significant sleep disturbances, while initial COVID-19 infection shows a more moderate association with sleep issues. Long COVID–related sleep disturbances were exacerbated by factors such as age, income, and chronic health conditions. The study highlights the need for targeted interventions that address the multifaceted impacts of long COVID on sleep, especially among vulnerable groups such as older adults and those with lower socioeconomic status. Future research should use longitudinal designs to better establish the temporal relationships and causal pathways between COVID-19 and sleep disturbances.
Scaling Up Kangaroo Mother Care Through a Facility Delivery Model in Rural Districts of Pakistan: Protocol for a Mixed Methods Study
Authors: Muhammad Shah , Soomro Asif , Ahmed Khan Samia , Najmi Hina , Memon Zahid , Ariff Shabina , Soofi Sajid , Bhutta Zufiqar Ahmed
Published: September 2024

Background

The neonatal mortality rate in Pakistan is the third highest in Asia, with 8.6 million preterm babies. These newborns require warmth, nutrition, and infection protection, typically provided by incubators. However, the high maintenance and repair costs of incubators pose a barrier to accessibility for many premature and low birth weight neonates in low- and middle-income countries. This study aims to implement a context-specific kangaroo mother care (KMC) model in Sanghar within secondary health care facilities and catchment communities.

Objective

This study aims to achieve at least 80% KMC coverage for premature and low birth weight neonates.

Methods

This research uses a mixed methods design grounded in implementation science principles, with the goal of developing adaptive strategies tailored to district and facility managers, as well as health care workers, leveraging previous evidence on the benefits of KMC. The research is conducted in the district of Sanghar, Sindh with an emphasis on promoting KMC for infants weighing between 1200 and 2500 g in three facilities. It includes preimplementation data collection, training of health care providers and lady health workers, and intervention involving mother-baby skin-to-skin contact, breastfeeding initiation, and postdischarge follow-ups. Ethical considerations and data management are prioritized, to improve KMC coverage and neonatal health outcomes.

Results

This research will be implemented over a period of 18 months. The primary objective of this research is to achieve an 80% improvement in KMC coverage, with the secondary objective to promote optimal breastfeeding practices among postpartum mothers. Key indicators include the proportion of eligible infants enrolled in KMC, the percentage of mother-baby pairs receiving skin-to-skin care postdischarge, and the duration of KMC during the neonatal period. Additionally, the study will assess exclusive breastfeeding rates, neonatal weight gain, and neonatal deaths within the cohort. The data management team will evaluate the effectiveness of the model in achieving the targeted KMC coverage.

Conclusions

The integration of KMC into the health care system will provide valuable insights for policy makers regarding effective implementation and scaling strategies. The study’s findings will highlight facilitators and barriers to KMC adoption, benefiting regions across Pakistan and globally. Additionally, these findings will offer valuable insights for the development of future newborn care programs.

International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID)

DERR1-10.2196/56142
Health Care Resource Use and Total Mortality After Hospital Admission for Severe COVID-19 Infections During the Initial Pandemic Wave in France: Descriptive Study
Authors: Dziadzko Mikhail , Belhassen Manon , Van Ganse Eric , Heritier Fabrice , Berard Marjorie , Marant-Micallef Claire , Aubrun Frederic
Published: September 2024

Background

Little is known about post–hospital health care resource use (HRU) of patients admitted for severe COVID-19, specifically for the care of patients with postacute COVID-19 syndrome (PACS).

Objective

A list of HRU domains and items potentially related to PACS was defined, and potential PACS-related HRU (PPRH) was compared between the pre– and post–COVID-19 periods, to identify new outpatient care likely related to PACS.

Methods

A retrospective cohort study was conducted with the French National Health System claims data (SNDS). All patients hospitalized for COVID-19 between February 1, 2020, and June 30, 2020 were described and investigated for 6 months, using discharge date as index date. Patients who died during index stay or within 30 days after discharge were excluded. PPRH was assessed over the 5 months from day 31 after index date to end of follow-up, that is, for the post–COVID-19 period. For each patient, a pre–COVID-19 period was defined that covered the same calendar time in 2019, and pre–COVID-19 PPRH was assessed. Post- or pre- ratios (PP ratios) of the percentage of users were computed with their 95% CIs, and PP ratios>1.2 were considered as “major HRU change.”

Results

The final study population included 68,822 patients (median age 64.8 years, 47% women, median follow-up duration 179.3 days). Altogether, 23% of the patients admitted due to severe COVID-19 died during the hospital stay or within the 6 months following discharge. A total of 8 HRU domains were selected to study PPRH: medical visits, technical procedures, dispensed medications, biological analyses, oxygen therapy, rehabilitation, rehospitalizations, and nurse visits. PPRs showed novel outpatient care in all domains and in most items, without specificity, with the highest ratios observed for the care of thoracic conditions.

Conclusions

Patients hospitalized for severe COVID-19 during the initial pandemic wave had high morbi-mortality. The analysis of HRU domains and items most likely to be related to PACS showed that new care was commonly initiated after discharge but with no specificity, potentially suggesting that any impact of PACS was part of the overall high HRU of this population after hospital discharge. These purely descriptive results need to be completed with methods for controlling for confusion bias through subgroup analyses.

Trial Registration

ClinicalTrials.gov NCT05073328; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05073328
Use of Serious Games in Interventions of Executive Functions in Neurodiverse Children: Systematic Review
Authors: Rodríguez Timaná Luis Carlos , Castillo García Javier Ferney , Bastos Filho Teodiano , Ocampo González Alvaro Alexander , Hincapié Monsalve Nazly Rocio , Valencia Jimenez Nicolas Jacobo
Published: September 2024

Background

Serious games (SG) have emerged as promising tools for cognitive training and therapeutic interventions, especially for enhancing executive functions. These games have demonstrated the potential to support individuals with diverse health conditions, including neurodevelopmental and cognitive disorders, through engaging and interactive experiences. However, a comprehensive understanding of the effectiveness of SG in enhancing executive functions is needed.

Objective

This systematic review aims to assess the impact of serious games on executive functions (EF), focusing on attention, working memory, cognitive flexibility, and inhibitory control. In addition, it explores the integration of SG into educational and therapeutic settings for individuals with cognitive and neurodevelopmental conditions. Only open access articles published from 2019 to the search date were included to capture the most recent advancements in the field.

Methods

A comprehensive search was conducted on June 20, 2024, across Scopus, Web of Science, and PubMed databases. Due to limited direct results linking SG and neurodiversity, separate searches were performed to analyze the relationship between SG and EF, as well as SG and neurodiverse populations. Two independent reviewers assessed the quality and risk of bias of the included studies using the Risk of Bias 2 tool for randomized studies and the Risk of Bias in Non-Randomized Studies of Interventions tool for nonrandomized studies.

Results

The review identified 16 studies that met the inclusion criteria. Of these, 15 addressed the use of SG for improving EF in neurodiverse populations, such as children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorder, and down syndrome. These studies demonstrated significant improvements in various EF domains, including attention, working memory, and cognitive flexibility. However, there was notable heterogeneity in sample sizes, participant ages, and game types. Three studies specifically focused on individuals with down syndrome, showing promising results in improving cognitive functions.

Conclusions

SG hold considerable potential as therapeutic tools for enhancing EF across neurodiverse populations. They have shown positive effects in improving cognitive skills and promoting inclusion in both educational and therapeutic settings. However, further research is required to optimize game design, assess long-term outcomes, and address the variability in study quality. The exclusive inclusion of open access studies may have limited the scope of the review, and future research should incorporate a broader range of studies to provide a more comprehensive understanding of SG’s impact on neurodiversity.

Trial Registration

PROSPERO CRD42024563231; https://tinyurl.com/ycxdymyb
Maternal death causes before and during COVID-19 pandemic: a descriptive study in Banjarnegara Indonesia
Authors: Purwatiningsih Yuni , Sunaryo  , Lestyoningrum Sinta Dewi
Published: September 2024

Purpose: Maternal mortality in Indonesia in 2017 was 3rd highest in Southeast Asia. The Banjarnegara District in 2018 was ranked with the third highest maternal mortality rate in Central Java Province. In previous years, the most common cause of maternal death in the district was bleeding, but in 2021 the biggest cause was COVID-19. This study aims to examine cases of maternal mortality by analyzing maternal characteristics, causes, and health service coverage from 2019 to 2021.
Methods: The design of this study is a descriptive epidemiological study of maternal death cases in Banjarnegara in 2019-2021 using secondary data from the district health office. In-depth interviews with health workers in the public health center and the district health office.
Results: Maternal death cases in 2019-2021 were 81 cases. COVID-19 will be the leading cause of maternal death during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021, accounting for 60%. 
Conclusion: Preeclampsia was the leading cause of maternal death before the COVID-19 pandemic, while COVID-19 infection emerged as the primary cause in 2021. Strategic measures are needed to increase access to well-coordinated health services to reduce maternal deaths related to COVID-19 and the other effects of the pandemic.
Mapping the spread of dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF) with the level of insecurity in Kepahiang Regency in 2021
Authors: Dwitasari Indah , Trihandini Indang , Indriyani  , Makful Martya Rahmaniati
Published: September 2024

Purpose: This study aims to map the distribution of dengue cases in Kepahiang Regency based on the distribution of dengue cases, population density, and air temperature. Furthermore, mapping was carried out based on the level of vulnerability and priority of sub-district-based dengue disease management in Kepahiang Regency.
Method: Research using a descriptive method using Geographic Information System (GIS) with scoring and overlay techniques. The data was taken from secondary data from the Kepahiang Regency Health Office and Kepahiang Regency Meteorology and Geophysics Agency in 2021.
Results: This study shows that out of 8 sub-districts, there is one with a high level of vulnerability with priority handling, namely Kepahiang Regency. The priority of dengue insecurity can be an effort to prevent and handle dengue disease by the Government.
Conclusion: Mapping the level of dengue insecurity in Kepahiang Regency using parameters (dengue cases, population density, and temperature) resulted in 1 in 8 sub-districts being in priority 1 with a high level of insecurity, priority 2 (1 sub-district) with a moderate level of insecurity, priority 3 (1 sub-district) with a low level of insecurity, and priority 4 (5 sub-districts) with a very low level of insecurity.
THERAPEUTIC IMPACT OF NANOMEDICINE FOR THE TREATMENT OF NEUROPATHIC PAIN: PRINCIPLE, PROSPECTIVE AND FUTURE
Authors: MELKANI INDU , KUMAR BIMLESH , PANDEY NARENDRA KUMAR , SINGH SAURABH , BAGHEL DILEEP SINGH , SUDHAKAR KAVATALA
Published: September 2024

Researchers in medicine and pharmacology are working to develop more effective and focused painkillers as a result of growing public awareness of chronic pain brought on by disease and injury. On the other hand, overreliance on medically prescribed painkillers has resulted in several unfavorable outcomes, including drug addiction, tolerance, and other severe side effects that can worsen pain and reduce their efficacy. Drug delivery has benefited from the use of nanotechnology in reducing adverse effects, increasing therapeutic efficacy, and delaying tolerance development. Neuropathic pain is pain that develops as a result of nerve malfunction as well as damage to the somatosensory nervous system. The exact cause of neuropathic pain is not specifically clear. However, many factors, including spinal cord damage, Chronic Constriction Injury (CCI), diabetes, cancer, alcoholism, and trauma, can cause neuropathic pain. There is no doubt that we have many options for conventional treatment, yet either very few patients receive pain relief, or their pain relief is only momentary. Numerous nanocarrier varieties and the accompanying neuropathic pain treatment modalities were also examined. These forms included those based on nonpolymeric nanoparticles, polymeric micelles, lipids, and emulsions. Comparing nanomaterials to other forms of therapy for chronic pain, there are several benefits: reduced side effects, regulated release, and prolonged circulation. Alongside nanotechnology, approaches to treating chronic pain are surface-modification-based and employ a variety of nanoparticles. The current state of the pain-relieving effect of nanomaterial design is covered in the present review article.
AQUASOMES UNVEILED: TRANSFORMING DRUG DELIVERY WITH CUTTING-EDGE THERAPEUTIC CARRIERS AND RECENT BREAKTHROUGHS
Authors: KRISHNAN VIJAYARAGHAVAN , ELANGO VIVEKANANDAN , SAM JENKINSON SAM HARRISON , MUTHUKUMAR BALAGEE , DHANRAJ SANGAY RAJA , VENKATESH DHANDAPANI NAGASAMY
Published: September 2024

The study presented herein explores the groundbreaking utilization of aquasomes, which are sophisticated colloidal ceramic carbohydrate composites, as carriers for the transportation of hemoglobin. These aquasomes undergo strategic surface modification with carbohydrates, leading to the development of a protective molecular layer characterized by a resilient glassy texture. This innovative approach effectively safeguards therapeutic proteins by forming a molecular shield, thus mitigating potential structural damage during transit. Crucially, aquasomes demonstrate remarkable efficacy in preserving encapsulated drugs within aqueous environments. This is achieved by shielding the drugs from the adverse effects of fluctuating pH levels and temperature variations, which could otherwise induce denaturation. Importantly, the protective capability of aquasomes remains intact, exhibiting no alterations in swelling or porosity despite changes in external conditions.
Furthermore, this article sheds light on recent breakthroughs in aquasomes research, highlighting their diverse applications and promising future avenues. In particular, the focus is on the use of aquasomes for the transport of hemoglobin and therapeutic proteins, underscoring their potential transformative impact in the field of biomedical sciences. The incorporation of aquasomes as carriers for hemoglobin transportation represents a significant advancement in drug delivery technology. By harnessing the unique properties of aquasomes, researchers have opened up new possibilities for the safe and efficient transport of therapeutic proteins, offering hope for the development of novel treatments for a range of medical conditions. Overall, this study underscores the immense potential of aquasomes in revolutionizing biomedical research and improving patient outcomes.
FABRICATION, OPTIMIZATION AND IN VITRO CYTOTOXICITY EVALUATION OF DASATINIB MONOHYDRATE-LOADED NANOPARTICLES
Authors: SAROHA AJAY , VERMA RAVINDER , MITTAL VINEET , KAUSHIK DEEPAK
Published: September 2024

Objective: The present research aimed to formulate, optimize and evaluate dasatinib monohydrate-loaded nanoparticles using the ionic gelation method as a potential anticancer drug delivery system for enhancing its dissolution rate.
Methods: Box-Behnken design was implemented to study the effects of selected parameters chitosan concentration (X1), Sodium Tripolyphosphate (NaTPP) concentration (X2), and NaTPP volume (X3) on the drug release from developed nanoparticles. Moreover, optimized formulation was evaluated for various parameters, including X-ray diffraction, differential scanning calorimetry, fourier transform infra-red, in vitro drug release and drug kinetics. Then, in vitro cytotoxicity was executed via MTT assay method on leukemia cell lines (RPMI 8226).
Results: The results showed optimal conditions for maximum encapsulation efficiency and minimum particle size were a low chitosan concentration, a medium NaTPP concentration, and a high NaTPP volume. The optimized batch (NP-7) demonstrated promising results with an encapsulation efficiency of 83.12±0.17%, particle size of 96.8 nm, and an in vitro cumulative drug release of 91.37±0.49% after 24 h. The cytotoxicity of dasatinib monohydrate was higher when administered in polymeric nanoparticles (NP-7) as compared to its pure form.
Conclusion: From this research, it can be concluded that the drug release was enhanced when dasatinib monohydrate was loaded into chitosan nanoparticles.
THE BINARY AND TERNARY AMORPHOUS SYSTEMS OF CANDESARTAN CILEXETIL PREPARATION TO IMPROVE ITS SOLUBILITY
Authors: ALATAS FIKRI , RATIH HESTIARY , SUTARNA TITTA HARTYANA , FAUZI MUHAMAD LUTHFI
Published: September 2024

Objective: The objectives of this work was to prepare the binary and ternary amorphous systems of Candesartan cilextil (CAN), characterize these, and evaluate their influence on solubility.
Methods: CAN was prepared in three amorphous systems, namely Candesartan cilexetil-l-Arginine (CAN-ARG) binary Co-Amorphous System (CAMS), CAN with 10, 20, and 30% of Polyvinylpyrrolidone K25 (CAN-PVP K25) Amorphous Solid Dispersion (ASD), and CAN-ARG with 10, 20, and 30% of PVP K25 (CAN-ARG-PVP K25) ternary CAMS. All amorphous systems were characterized by polarizing microscopy and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) methods, while the degree of crystallinity was calculated based on powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD) patterns. The solubility test of all amorphous systems of CAN was carried out respectively in water solvent (25±0.5 °C) and phosphate buffer solution with a pH of 6.5 that contained 0.70% polysorbate 20 at 37±0.5 °C.
Results: Polarization microscope images showed no birefringence in CAN-ARG and CAN-ARG-PVP K25 CAMS, but strong birefringence in CAN-PVP K25. DSC thermograms show the glass transition of CAN-ARG-PVP-K25 was in the range 101-120.8 °C higher than CAN-PVP-K25 (84.1-87.5 °C) and CAN-ARG (53.5 °C). The crystallinity degrees of CAN, CAN-ARG, CAN-PVP K25, and CAN-ARG-PVPK25 calculated based on powder X-ray diffractogram data were 73.68, 7.52, 17.20, and 0.02%, respectively. The order of solubility of CAN in water and phosphate buffer solution with a pH of 6.5 that contains 0.70% polysorbate 20 was CAN-ARG-PVP-K25>CAN-ARG>CAN-PVP-K25>CAN.
Conclusion: The synthesis of binary and ternary amorphous CAN has resulted in positive outcomes, enhancing its solubility.
AUTHENTICATION OF GRAPE SEED FACE OIL USING FTIR SPECTROSCOPY COMBINED WITH CHEMOMETRICS TECHNIQUES
Authors: PRAYOGA ANDI , WINDARSIH ANJAR , APRIYANA WURI , RISWANTO FLORENTINUS DIKA OCTA , ISTYASTONO ENADE PERDANA
Published: September 2024

Objective: This research aims to authenticate grape seed oil products using FTIR spectroscopy combined with chemometric methods.
Methods: In the initial stage, exploratory data analysis was carried out by applying the main components with the Principal Component Analysis (PCA) model. Second derivative spectra resulting from preprocessing of the original spectra are used to create multivariate Principal Component Regression (PCR) and Partial Least Squares (PLS) calibration models. The second derivative spectra of Grape Seed Oil (GO), Olive Oil (OO), and the binary mixture GO+OO are utilized to generate a sparse partial least squares-discriminant analysis (SPLS-DA) model.
Results: The PCA model was successfully obtained with visualization that depicted a total of 93.8% in the first and second dimensions. Multivariate calibration produced the best model in PLS with second derivative spectra for both GO and OO. PLS model for GO resulted the value of Rcal2, RCV2, Rval2, RMSEC, RMSECV, and RMSEP of 0.998, 0.992, 0.982, 0.700, 1.557, and 2.331, respectively. The SPLS-DA model was successfully built and discriminated with AUC-ROC values of 1.000, 1.000, and 0.994 for GO, OO, and GO+OO, respectively.
Conclusion: Authentication of grape seed face oil can be undertaken using FTIR spectroscopic methods and chemometric techniques, which can produce high sensitivity and specificity values.
TIC en la evaluación del aprendizaje
Authors: Patiño Montelongo Marilú
Published: September 2024

En el presente trabajo se exponen los resultados preliminares de la investigación de campo efectuada en el Colegio Guadiana La Salle Sección Preparatoria, con el propósito de conocer el proceso de evaluación del aprendizaje con tic en la materia de Matemáticas iv. Se describe lo qué es la evaluación desde los paradigmas más importantes de los siglos xx y xxi, en los que podemos observar cómo se incorporó la tecnología hasta el punto de convertirse en un instrumento fundamental para una práctica educativa propia de la ciudadanía digital, aspecto que se presta para incorporar los principios de la evaluación auténtica. En este escenario, se observa la necesidad de que tanto educadores como estudiantes amplíen sus roles escolares, adaptándose a las nuevas perspectivas de enseñanza y poder responder a las demandas de un mundo globalizado.
Pruebas de la validez de la Escala de Sobrecarga del Rol Familiar
Authors: Da Silva Sanches Leão Juliana , Gabardo-Martins Larissa Maria David
Published: September 2024

La sobrecarga de rol en la familia puede ser entendida como un sentimiento de incapacidad para completar las obligaciones que son responsabilidad del individuo, y esta dificultad ocurre debido a la acumulación de tareas en la familia, lo que puede causar malestar. El objetivo de este estudio fue obtener evidencias de la validez de la Escala de Sobrecarga del Rol Familiar en muestras brasileñas. Participaron en el estudio 640 trabajadores brasileños de ambos sexos. Los análisis factoriales confirmatorios mostraron que la versión brasileña se mantuvo monofactorial y con seis ítems. Los análisis multigrupo mostraron invariancia configuracional, métrica y escalar entre los grupos divididos en función del género y de la presencia o ausencia de hijos. La escala mostró correlaciones positivas con las demandas familiares percibidas y el conflicto familia-trabajo y una correlación negativa con el apoyo social percibido en la familia. Por lo tanto, se concluyó que el instrumento posee propiedades psicométricas que recomiendan su uso en futuras investigaciones.
The Hadamard gate cannot be replaced by a resource state in universal quantum computation
Authors: Jones Benjamin D. M. , Linden Noah , Skrzypczyk Paul
Published: September 2024

We consider models of quantum computation that involve operations performed on some fixed resourceful quantum state. Examples that fit this paradigm include magic state injection and measurement-based approaches. We introduce a framework that incorporates both of these cases and focus on the role of coherence (or superposition) in this context, as exemplified through the Hadamard gate. We prove that given access to incoherent unitaries (those that are unable to generate superposition from computational basis states, e.g. CNOT, diagonal gates), classical control, computational basis measurements, and any resourceful ancillary state (of arbitrary dimension), it is not possible to implement any coherent unitary (e.g. Hadamard) exactly with non-zero probability. We also consider the approximate case by providing lower bounds for the induced trace distance between the above operations and n Hadamard gates. To demonstrate the stability of this result, this is then extended to a similar no-go result for the case of using k Hadamard gates to exactly implement n>k Hadamard gates.
Analisis Standar Operasional Prosedur Terhadap Pelayanan Breakfast
Authors: Saputra I Made Ananta Dwi , Muliadiasa I Ketut
Published: September 2024

Penelitian yang dilakukan di The Lounge Restaurant, The Mulia Bali ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana pelaksanaan SOP di The Lounge Restaurant, dan upaya yang harus dilakukan untuk mengatasi masalah yang ada sehingga kedepannya penelitian ini dapat menjadi bahan penunjang operasional agar mewujudkan operasional yang baik. Penelitian ini berjenis teknik analisis deskriptif kualitatif dan teknik pengumpulan data berupa observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Adapun sampel yang digunakan sebanyak 16 orang yang merupakan pramusaji di The Lounge Restaurant. Melalui penelitian ini didapatkan hasil bahwa pelaksanaan SOP sudah dilakukan sesuai dengan prosedur tetapi masih ada beberapa pelayanan yang belum sesuai prosedur antara lain: Hostess / Waiter menyambut tamu dalam waktu 30 detik dan Meminta guest comment untuk mengetahui experience tamu saat breakfast. Hal tersebut tidak dijalankan dengan semestinya dikarenakan kondisi breakfast di The Lounge Restaurant yang ramai dan terbatasnya jumlah pramusaji.
 
The research carried out at The Lounge Restaurant, The Mulia Bali aims to find out how SOPs are implemented at The Lounge Restaurant, and the efforts that must be made to overcome existing problems so that in the future this research can become operational support material to realize good operations. This research uses qualitative descriptive analysis techniques and data collection techniques in the form of observation, interviews and documentation. The sample used was 16 people who were waiters at The Lounge Restaurant. Through this research, the results showed that the implementation of the SOP had been carried out in accordance with procedures, but there were still several services that did not comply with procedures, including: Hostess / Waiters welcomed guests within 30 seconds and asked for guest comments to find out the guest's experience at breakfast. This was not carried out properly due to the crowded breakfast conditions at The Lounge Restaurant and the limited number of waiters.
Analisis Pelaksanaan SOP Bellboy pada Front Office
Authors: Hanadila Kadek , Sudarmawan I Wayan Eka
Published: September 2024

SOP merupakan sebuah acuan yang dimiliki oleh suatu perusahan yang dapat membantu Perusahaan dalam melakukan pengendalian terhadap kegiatan operasional perusahaan. Untuk memberikan pelayanan terbaik kepada wisatawan yang menginap maka diberikanlah salah satunya pelayanan Bellboy service. Bellboy service berperan dala menyambut kedatangan tamu di main entrance dan juga mengantar tamu menuju lobby untuk melakukan proses Check In. pelayanan Bellboy sangat diperhatikan untuk teciptanya pelayanan yang memuaskan. Penelitian ini mengenai Analisis Pelaksanaan SOP Bellboy Pada Front Office di The Royal Pitamaha. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui apa saja hambatahambatan yang dihadapi Bellboy dan bagaimana upaya Bellboy dalam menjalankan SOP saat menangani tamu. Penelitian ini menggunakan data primerdan data sekunder melalui obsevasi dan wawancara. Data dikumpulkan dengan menggunakan observasi tentang SOP yang diterapkan di The Royal Pitamaha berdasarkan hasil observasi yang dilakukan tidak terdapat SOP Bellboy yang tidak dilakukan sesuai dengan Standard Operational Procedure karena semua Bellboy telah melakukan SOP dengan baik dan benar, hanya saja trdapat beberapa hambatan dalam operasional yaitu akses menuju villa dan penggunaan bahasa mandarin maupun muncul dari karakter tamu tersebut.
 
SOP is a reference that is owned by a company that can assist the Company in controlling the company's operational activities. To provide the best service to tourists who stay, one of the services provided is Bellboy service. Bellboy service plays a role in welcoming guests at the main entrance and also escorting guests to the lobby for the check-in process. Bellboy service is given great attention to create satisfactory service. This research concerns the analysis of the implementation of the Bellboy SOP at the Front Office at The Royal Pitamaha. The purpose of this study was to find out what obstacles Bellboy faced and how Bellboy's efforts in carrying out SOPs when handling guests. This research uses primary data and secondary data through observations and interviews. Data was collected using observations about the SOPs implemented at The Royal Pitamaha based on the results of observations made. towards the villa and the use of Mandarin as well as emerging from the character of the guest.
Pemanfaatan Tepung Ketan Hitam dalam Pembuatan Tteokbokki
Authors: Benita Maria Ivana , Rinayanthi Ni Made
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kualitas dari pembuatan tteokbokki yang memanfaatkan tepung ketan hitam yang ditinjau dari segi aroma,warna,rasa,tekstur dan daya tahannya. Kemudian, dianalisis untuk mengetahui biaya produksi dan daya minat konsumen terhadap tteokbokki yang berbahan dasar tepung ketan hitam. Dalam pembuatan tteokbokki ketan hitam ini, pendekatan penelitian yang digunakan adalah penelitian eksperimen yang dimana tteokbokki diletakan pada suhu ruangan. Dari hasil uji daya tteokbokki berbahan dasar tepung ketan hitam, hanya mampu bertahan selama 1 hari untuk warna yang menarik, aroma khas ketan hitam dan rasa yang pedas,manis, dan gurih. Untuk dari segi tekstur didapatkan tekstur yang kenyal yang bertahan selama 2 jam setelah dimasak, jika lebih dari 2 jam maka tekstur dari tteokbokki akan menjadi mengeras. Kemudian teokbokki yang berbahan dasar tepung ketan hitam ini diuji oleh 20 orang panelis untuk menguji organoleptik dan uji daya minat konsumen. Dari hasil uji organoleptic didapatkan rasa yang enak, tekstur yang kenyal, aroma yang khas tepung ketan hitam dan warna yang menarik. Dari hasil analisis biaya dari pembuatan tteokbokki berbahan dasar tepung ketan hitam membutuhkan biaya sebesar Rp. 29.720,-
 
This research aims to determine the quality of making tteokbokki using black glutinous rice flour in terms of aroma, color, taste, texture, and shelf life. Furthermore, it is analyzed to ascertain the production cost and consumer interest in tteokbokki made from black glutinous rice flour. In the production of this black glutinous rice tteokbokki, the research approach used is experimental research, where the tteokbokki is placed at room temperature. From the results of the durability test of tteokbokki made from black glutinous rice flour, it can only last for 1 day to maintain attractive color, the distinctive aroma of black glutinous rice, and the spicy, sweet, and savory taste. Regarding texture, it was found to be resilient for 2 hours after cooking; if more than 2 hours, the texture of the tteokbokki will become harder. Then, the black glutinous rice-based tteokbokki was tested by 20 panelists to evaluate organoleptic qualities and consumer interest. The organoleptic test results indicated a delicious taste, resilient texture, distinctive aroma of black glutinous rice flour, and appealing color. Based on the cost analysis of producing tteokbokki using black glutinous rice flour, it requires a cost of Rp. 29,720,-.
Pelatihan dan Pengembangan SDM dalam Meningkatkan Kualitas Pelayanan
Authors: Indarawan Ni Putu Helena Rosa , Dewi I Gusti Ayu Melistyari
Published: September 2024

Penelitian yang dilakukan di The Cafe Restaurant, The Mulia Bali. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk bagaimana pelatihan dan pengembangan SDM yang diterapkan di The Cafe Restaurant dapat memberikan pengaruh dalam meningkatkan kualitas pelayanan. Penelitian ini berjenis deskripsi kuantitatif dengan populasi berasal dari pelanggan dan karyawan pramusaji  dari The Cafe Restaurant. Adapun sampel yang digunakan sebanyak 15 orang dan pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan menyebarkan kuesioner ke objek penelitian. Melalui penelitian ini didapatkan hasil bahwa kualitas pelayanan yang diterapkan di The Cafe Restaurant sudah berjalan dengan sangat baik dan hal ini merupakan hasil dari pelatihan dan pengembagan SDM yang telah dilaksanakan di The Cafe Restaurant.
 
Research conducted at The Cafe Restaurant, The Mulia Bali. This study aims to determine how human resource training and development implemented at The Cafe Restaurant can have an impact on improving service quality. This research is a quantitative description with the population coming from customers and waiter employees from The Cafe Restaurant. The sample used was 15 people and data collection was carried out by distributing questionnaires to the research objects. Through this research, it was found that the quality of service implemented at The Cafe Restaurant has been running very well and this is the result of training and human resource development that has been implemented at The Cafe Restaurant.
Implementasi Standar Operational Procedure (SOP) Guest Service dalam Menangani Barang Bawaan Tamu Check In dan Check Out
Authors: Darmawan I Made Pande , Muliadiasa I Ketut
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini membahas mengenai implementasi srtandar operational procedure (sop) guest service dalam menangani barang bawaan tamu pada saat proses check in dan check out di hotel Alila Seminyak. Adapun tujuan dari penelitian yaitu agar penulis mengetahui mengenai implemntasi SOP guest service host yang ada di hotel alila seminyak, dalam penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian data kualitatif yang dimana data yang disajikan berupa kata verbal bukan dalam bentuk angka, adapun sumber data yang digunakan yaitu data premier dan data sekunder, Teknik pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini dengan cara melakukan observasi,wawancara,dan dokumentasi, Teknik analisis yang digunakan adalah deskritif kualitatif. Hasil dari kegiatan penelitian yang dilakukan penulis adalah implementasi sop guest service host dalam melakukan sebuah pelayanan termasuk dalam melayani barang bawaan tamu check in dan check out sudah dilakukan dengan baik sesuai dengan prosedur yang di sosialisaikan sebelumnya, akan tetapi dari semua pelayanan yang dilakukan tersebut masih ada beberapa sop yang tidak di terapkan dikarenakan padatnya tamu berkunjung.
 
This study discusses the implementation of standard operational procedures (sop) for guest services in handling guest luggage during the check-in and check-out process at the Alila Seminyak hotel. The purpose of the research is that the writer knows about the implementation of SOP guest service hosts at the Alila Seminyak hotel, in this study using a type of qualitative data research where the data is presented in the form of verbal words not in the form of numbers, while the data source used is premiere data. and secondary data, data collection techniques in this study by means of observation, interviews, and documentation. The analysis technique used is descriptive qualitative. The results of the research activities carried out by the author are the implementation of the sop guest service host in carrying out a service including serving the luggage of guests checking in and checking out which has been carried out properly in accordance with the procedures previously socialized, but from all the services carried out there are still some sop that is not applied due to the density of visiting guests.
Penerapan SOP Penyimpanan Bahan Makanan pada Kitchen Kanvaz Patisserie
Authors: Kristian Daniel , Koeswiryono Dika Pranadwipa
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana penyimpanan bahan makanan di kitchen Kanvaz Patisserie. Peneliti melakukan penelitian dengan menggunakan tekhnik pengumpulan data yaitu observasi, dan wawancara dengan menggunakan judul “Penerapan SOP Penyimpanan Bahan Makanan pada kitchen kanvaz patisserie”. Peneliti melakukan penelitian secara langsung (observasi) ke kitchen Kanvaz Patisserie selama mengikuti program training dan melakukan wawancara secara offline dengan DemiChef melalui tatap muka secara langsung. Dari hasil penelitian yang didapatkan, penulis melakukan perbandingan tentang temperatur, tempat penyimpanan bahan makanan serta sistem FIFO (First In Fisrt Out) dengan teori menurut Wiyasha (2006). Dari hasil perbandingan tersebut masih ada yang belum sesuai antara kenyataan dengan teori yaitu temperatur penyimpanan bahan beku, area gudang tempat penyimpanan, pencampuran bahan makanan, dan adanya bahan makanan yang sudah kadaluarsa.
 
This study aims to find out how the storage of food ingredients in the kitchen of Kanvaz Patisserie. Researchers conducted research using data collection techniques, namely observation, and interviews using the title "Application of SOP for Food Storage in Kitchen Kanvaz Patisserie". Researchers conducted direct research (observation) to the Kanvaz Patisserie kitchen during the training program and conducted offline interviews with DemiChef face-to-face. From the results of the research obtained, the author made a comparison of temperature, food storage and the FIFO (First In Fisrt Out) system with theory according to Wiyasha (2006). From the results of the comparison, there is still something that does not match reality with theory, namely the storage temperature of frozen materials, the warehouse area where it is stored, the mixing of foodstuffs, and the presence of expired foodstuffs.
Peranan Standard Operating Procedure dalam Menangani Keluhan Tamu oleh Pramusaji In Villa Dining Service
Authors: Darmandala I Komang Trisna , Darmandala Febianti
Published: September 2024

Hotel merupakan usaha komersial seperti hotel merupakan suatu usaha yang bergerak di bidang jasa dan menyediakan pelayan kepada tamu yang menginap di hotel. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui Peranan Standard Operating Procedure dalam menangani Keluhan Tamu oleh server/pramusaji di Bulgari  Resort bali. Penelitian menggunakan metode analisi deskriptif kualitatif. berdasarkan teori dengan kenyataan yang terjadi di lapangan. Sehingga pada saat berada di lapangan standar operasional itu sendiri berjalan dengan baik dan benar. Penelitian menggunakan metode analisi deskriptif kualitatif, dan data itu sendiri bersumber dari observasi, wawancara dengan salah satu server/pramusaji di Bulgari  Resort bali yang dilakukan langsung pada saat praktek kerja nyata. Hasil dari penelitian ini ditemukan beberapa perbedaan terkait penanganan keluhan seperti masih ada petugas pramusaji atau waiter/waitress yang melewatkan point penting pada standar operasional prosedur yang telah ditetapkan. Adapun saran yang dapat diberikan yaitu perlu dilaksanakan training handling complaint untuk kedepannya untuk meminimalisir terjadi keluhan dan meningkatkan engagement  dimasa mendatang agar tamu yang menginap di Resort selalu merasa nyaman dengan pelayanan yang ditawarkan.
 
A hotel is a commercial business, such as a hotel is a business that operates in the service sector and provides services to guests staying at the hotel. The purpose of this research is to determine the role of Standard Operating Procedures in handling guest complaints by servers/waitresses at Bulgari Resort Bali. Research using descriptive qualitative analysis method. based on theory with the reality that occurs in the field. So that when in the field the operational standards themselves run well and correctly. The research uses a qualitative descriptive analysis method, and the data itself comes from observations, interviews with one of the servers/waitresses at Bulgari Resort Bali which was carried out directly during real work practice. The results of this research found several differences regarding complaint handling, such as there were still waiters or waiters/waitresses who missed important points in the standard operating procedures that had been established. The advice that can be given is that it is necessary to carry out complaint handling training in the future to minimize complaints and increase engagement in the future so that guests staying at the Resort always feel comfortable with the services offered.
Kualitas Puding Berbahan Dasar Wortel
Authors: Setiadi Aldi , Rinayanthi Ni Made
Published: September 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian Kualitas Puding Berbahan Dasar Wortel adalah ditujukan untuk melihat mutu puding wortel pada warna, tekstur, aroma serta melihat ketahanan di suhu lemari pendingin dan suhu ruang serta analisa biaya yang dibutuhkan dalam membuat puding berbahan dasar wortel. Pendekatan jenis data yang dipakai yaitu jenis data kuantitatif yang di uji oleh 21 panelis denan tes organoleptik, observasi serta analisis biaya. Hasil kajian ini dengan wujud kualitas puding berbahan dasar wortel adalah cukup enak dari segi rasa, cukup menarik dari segi warna , cukup lembut dari segi tektur dan terakhir cukup harum jika dipandang dari aroma. Dari hasil uji daya tahan puding wortel mampu bertahan di lemari pendingin selama lima hari dan dua hari di suhu ruang. Dari segi analisis biaya relative murah dalam pembuatan puding wortel mengahbiskan biaya Rp. 54.000.- karena bahan-bahan yang digunakan cukup terjangkau dan menghasilkan sebanyak 15 buah produk puding wortel.
 
The purpose of the Carrot-Based Pudding Quality research is to determines the quality of carrot pudding in terms of taste, color, texture, aroma, then to determine durability at refrigerator temperature and room temperature and analyze how much it costs to make carrot-based pudding. The data type approach used was quantitative data type tested by 21 panelists with organoleptics tests, observation and so analysis. The results of this study in the form of quality carrot-based pudding are quite good terms taste, quite attractive in terms of color, quite soft terms texture and finally quite fragrant in terms of aroma. From the results of endurance tests, carrot pudding can survive in the refrigerator for five days and two days at room temperature. In terms of analysis, the relatively cheap cost in making carrot pudding costs Rp. 54,000.- because the ingredients used are quite affordable and produce as many as 15 pieces of pudding products.
Penerapan Standar Operasional Prosedur (Sop) Beach Attendant Dalam Melayani Tamu
Authors: Wirayoga Kadek Agus , Juniarta Pande Putu
Published: September 2024

Secara umum, Prosedur Standar adalah pedoman yang berisi prosedur prosedur oprasional standar yang ada di dalam satu organisasi yang bertujuan mendapatkan ke efesiensian dan efektifitas dalam bekerja, Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui system penerapan SOP beach attendant kepada tamu di hotel four seasons at the surf club. Dalam penelitian ini menggunakan system wawancara dan observasi dalam mengambil data. Dan penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif. Data diolah dari jawaban 6 responden yang merupakan karyawan beach attendant di Four Seasons At The Surf Club. Hasil penelitian menunjukan penerapan SOP dijalankan dengan baik sehingga para tamu merasakan kepuasan dalam menginap atau meluangkan waktu mereka di pantai. Saran yang bisa disampaikan adalah sebaiknya di perlukan pelatihan dan pengembangan karyawan khususnya beach attendant agar beach attendant tidak melakukan kesalahan dalam melayani tamu di hotel Fourseasons At The Surf Club.
 
In general, Standard Procedures are guidelines that contain standard operating procedures within an organization that aim to achieve efficiency and effectiveness in work. This study aims to determine the system of implementing SOP beach attendants for guests at the four seasons hotel at the surf club. In this research, an interview and observation system was used to collect data. And this research uses qualitative research methods. Data was processed from the answers of 6 respondents who were beach attendant employees at the Four Seasons At The Surf Club. The results of the study show that the implementation of SOPs is carried out properly so that guests feel satisfied in staying or spending their time on the beach. The advice that can be conveyed is that it is better to need employee training and development, especially beach attendants so that beach attendants do not make mistakes in serving guests at the Fourseasons At The Surf Club hotel.