bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The effect of kangaroo mother care on weight gain pattern in low birth weight premature babies at a tertiary care hospital
Authors: Deepak D. H.
Published: August 2024

Background:

Premature infants are at high risk of death. They need specialized incubatory care which is very costly and requires skilled workforce and specialized equipment. Kangaroo mother care (KMC) does the same job with no cost and does not require set-up as for incubatory care. It can prevent mortality and morbidity and also promotes bonding between mother and child.

Objective:

The objective of the study was to study the effect of KMC on weight gain pattern in low birth weight premature babies compared to incubatory care.

Materials and Methods:

A nonrandomized experimental study was carried out among 200 premature infants. They were divided into two groups of 100 each. Randomization was not done. One group was given KMC. The second group was given incubatory care. The weight of babies in both groups was measured with a digital weighing machine. Both groups were followed till the 9th day with a follow-up frequency of days – 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9. On each follow-up day, weight was recorded.

Results:

Both groups were comparable for gender, birth weight, and gestational age. In the KMC group, there was significant weight gain on day 2 compared to day 1 and on day 7 compared to day 6. But weight gain on day 3 compared to day 2 and on day 9 compared to day 8 was not significant. In the non-KMC group, there was significant weight gain on day 3 compared to day 2 and on day 9 compared to day 8. From 2nd day to 9th day, each day weight gain in the KMC group was higher compared to the non-KMC group.

Conclusion:

We conclude that the KMC significantly improved weight gain on a daily basis. The KMC also improved the weight gain compared to that of the non-KMC group. Hence, we recommend to create awareness among the community at all health-care levels and among health-care professionals on the benefits of KMC/the importance of KMC.
A stationary set method for estimating oscillatory integrals
Authors: Basu Saugata , Guo Shaoming , Zhang Ruixiang , Zorin-Kranich Pavel
Published: August 2024

We propose a new method of estimating oscillatory integrals, which we call a “stationary set” method. We use it to obtain the sharp convergence exponents of Tarry’s problems in dimension two for every degree

k\ge 2

. As a consequence, we obtain sharp

L^{\infty} \to L^{p}

Fourier extension estimates for a family of monomial surfaces.
Problems with repairing gut sphincters malfunctions
Authors: Bortolotti Mauro
Published: August 2024

Correcting a gut sphincter malfunction is a difficult problem. Because each sphincter has two opposite functions, that of closure and opening, repairing one there is a risk of damaging the other. Indeed, widening a narrow sphincter, such as lower esophageal sphincter (LES) and anal sphincter, may cause gastroesophageal reflux and fecal incontinence, respectively, whereas narrowing a wide sphincter, may cause a difficult transit. All the corrective treatments for difficult or retrograde transit concerning LES and anal sphincter with their unwanted consequences have been analyzed and discussed. To overcome the drawbacks of sphincter surgical repairs, researchers have devised devices capable of closing and opening the gut lumen, named artificial sphincters (ASs). Their function is based on various mechanisms, e.g., hydraulic, magnetic, mechanical etc , operating through many complicated components, such as plastic cuffs, balloons, micropumps, micromotors, connecting tubes and wires, electromechanical clamps, rechargeable batteries, magnetic devices, elastic bands, etc. Unfortunately, these structures may facilitate the onset of infections and induce a local fibrotic reaction, which may cause device malfunctioning, whereas the compression of the gut wall to occlude the lumen may give rise to ischemia with erosions and other lesions. Some ASs are already being used in clinical practice, despite their considerable limits, while others are still at the research stage. In view of the adverse events of the ASs mentioned above, we considered applying bioengineering methods to analyze and resolve biomechanical and biological interaction problems with the aim to conceive and build efficient and safe biomimetic ASs.
Alteration of ascending colon mucosal microbiota in patients after cholecystectomy
Authors: Fan Miao-Yan , Jiang Qiao-Li , Cui Meng-Yan , Zhao Meng-Qi , Wang Jing-Jing , Lu Ying-Ying
Published: August 2024

BACKGROUND

Cholecystectomy is a successful treatment option for gallstones, although the incidence of colorectal cancer (CRC) has notably increased in post-cholecystectomy (PC) patients. However, it remains uncertain whether the altered mucosal microbiota in the ascending colon is related.

AIM

To investigate the potential correlation between gut microbiota and the surgical procedure of cholecystectomy.

METHODS

In total, 30 PC patients and 28 healthy controls underwent colonoscopies to collect mucosal biopsy samples. PC patients were divided based on their clinical features. Then, 16S-rRNA gene sequencing was used to analyze the amplicon, alpha diversity, beta diversity, and composition of the bacterial communities. Additionally, the Phylogenetic Investigation of Communities by Reconstruction of Unobserved States (PICRUSt) database, sourced from the Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes, was used to predict the functional capabilities of the bacteria.

RESULTS

PC patients were comparable with healthy controls. However, PC patients older than 60 years had a distinct composition compared to those under 60 years old. Bacteroidetes richness was considerably higher at the phylum level in PC patients. Bacteroides , Parabacteroides , and Bilophila were more abundant in the PC group than in the control group. Furthermore, PC patients exhibited greater enrichment in metabolic pathways, specifically those related to lipopolysaccharide biosynthesis and vancomycin group antibiotic production, than controls.

CONCLUSION

This study indicated that the mucosal microbiota in PC patients was altered, perhaps offering new perspectives on the treatment possibilities for CRC and diarrhea following cholecystectomy.
Lymph node dissection does not affect the survival of patients with tumor node metastasis stages I and II colorectal cancer
Authors: He Fan , Qu Shu-Pei , Yuan Ye , Qian Kun
Published: August 2024

BACKGROUND

The effect of the number of lymph node dissections (LNDs) during radical resection for colorectal cancer (CRC) on overall survival (OS) remains controversial.

AIM

To investigate the association between the number of LNDs and OS in patients with tumor node metastasis (TNM) stage I–II CRC undergoing radical resection.

METHODS

Patients who underwent radical resection for CRC at a single-center hospital between January 2011 and December 2021 were retrospectively analyzed. Cox regression analyses were performed to identify the independent predictors of OS at different T stages.

RESULTS

A total of 2850 patients who underwent laparoscopic radical resection for CRC were enrolled. At stage T1, age [P < 0.01, hazard ratio (HR) = 1.075, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.019-1.134] and tumour size (P = 0.021, HR = 3.635, 95%CI: 1.210-10.917) were independent risk factors for OS. At stage T2, age (P < 0.01, HR = 1.064, 95%CI: 1.032-1.098) and overall complications (P = 0.012, HR = 2.297, 95%CI: 1.200-4.397) were independent risk factors for OS. At stage T3, only age (P < 0.01, HR = 1.047, 95%CI: 1.027-1.066) was an independent risk factor for OS. At stage T4, age (P < 0.01, HR = 1.057, 95%CI: 1.039-1.075) and body mass index (P = 0. 034, HR = 0.941, 95%CI: 0.890-0.995) were independent risk factors for OS. However, there was no association between LNDs and OS in stages I and II.

CONCLUSION

The number of LDNs did not affect the survival of patients with TNM stages I and II CRC. Therefore, insufficient LNDs should not be a cause for alarm during the surgery.
Indication of conservative treatment by antibiotics for uncomplicated and complicated acute appendicitis
Authors: Hosokawa Yuichi , Moritani Masato , Makuuchi Yosuke , Nagakawa Yuichi
Published: August 2024

BACKGROUND

Acute appendicitis is one of the most common emergency abdominal disease, and recent studies have evaluated conservative treatment using antibiotics for uncomplicated appendicitis. Although the efficacy of conservative treatment for uncomplicated appendicitis is known, its efficacy for complicated appendicitis remains unknown, so are risk factors for the conservative treatment of appendicitis. In our institution, conservative treatment has long been the first choice for most appendicitis cases, except for perforation. Therefore, this novel study investigated the outcomes of conservative treatment for uncomplicated and complicated acute appendicitis and the risk factors associated with conservative treatment.

AIM

To investigate the indication of conservative treatment by antibiotics for uncomplicated and complicated acute appendicitis

METHODS

We investigated 270 patients who received conservative treatment for acute appendicitis at the Nishitokyo Central General Hospital, between April 2011 and February 2022. Twenty-eight (10.3%) patients were resistant to conservative treatment and underwent surgery. We retrospectively investigated the outcomes of conservative treatment for appendicitis and the risk factors for resistance to conservative treatment using the receiver operating characteristic curves and Cox hazard model.

RESULTS

Two hundred and forty-two (89.7%) patients improved with conservative treatment. The significant and independent predictors of resistance to conservative treatment were body temperature ≥ 37.3 °C, appendicolith and Douglas sinus fluid visible on computed tomography (CT). The rate of resistance to conservative treatment was 66.7% (6/9) for patients with the above three factors, 22.9% (8/35) for patients with two factors (appendicolith and body temperature ≥ 37.3 °C), 16.7% (2/12) for patients with two factors (Douglas sinus fluid and appendicolith) and 11.1% (1/9) for patients with two factors (Douglas sinus fluid and body temperature ≥ 37.3 °C).

CONCLUSION

A temperature ≥ 37.3 °C, appendicolith and Douglas sinus fluid on CT might be clinical risk factors of resistance to conservative treatment for acute appendicitis.
Steel Bars, Forgings, Mechanical Tubing and Forging Stock, 1.7Cr - 3.8Ni - 0.3Mo (0.32 - 0.38C), Aircraft-Quality
Authors:   AMS E Carbon and Low Alloy Steels Committee
Published: August 2024

This specification covers an aircraft-quality, low-alloy steel in the form of bars, forgings, mechanical tubing, and forging stock.
Dating the Early Neolithic in Pelagonia
Authors: Naumov Goce , Reingruber Agathe
Published: August 2024

Since Gordon V. Childe first discussed the diffusion of culture from the Near East into Europe 100 years ago, various models for the advance of the Neolithic way of life have been proposed. Chronology has played an important role in this, but not all regions were included in the narratives due to a lack of data. Recent investigations in the border area between North Macedonia and Greece, namely in Pelagonia, have provided reliable new radiocarbon sequences, in total 42 new radiocarbon dates, that will contribute to the discussion on the Neolithic chronology of the Balkans.
Strategies for Sustaining the Accreditation of Bachelor of Social Work in South Africa
Authors: Boboyi Asanda
Published: August 2024

The Council on Higher Education (CHE) and the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) play vital roles as accreditation bodies in ensuring the quality of Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) programmes in South Africa. However, the intermittent de-accreditation of BSW programmes poses a significant and recurring challenge for numerous South African higher education institutions (SAHEIs). This article, grounded in William Pinar's curriculum theory within a constructivist paradigm, proposes strategies to sustain BSW programmes in alignment with CHE and SACSSP norms and standards. Given the limited literature on this topic, a narrative literature review methodology was employed, drawing thematic insights from related articles, CHE and SACSSP documents, and my firsthand experience being involved in institutional audits. The thematic analysis of the findings reveals challenges, such as gaps in curriculum design, misalignment of norms and standards with CHE and SACSSP objectives, a shortage of qualified staff, infrastructural deficiencies, and insufficient capacity development. Therefore, the article proposes practical strategies to address the complex issues associated with de-accreditation of BSW programmes, aiming to help SAHEIs sustain accreditation for this crucial programme.
Educational Robotics: The Implementation of Karel in 3D
Authors: Giachos Ioannis , Sagias Evangelos-Diomidis , Papakitsos Christos , Papakitsos Evangelos , Laskaris Nikolaos
Published: August 2024

This paper explores the use of educational robots in teaching programming, with a focus on the virtual robot Karel. Developed in 1981, Karel is one of the earliest educational tools designed to teach programming and algorithmic thinking. Through simple commands and a grid environment, Karel provides students with an opportunity to grasp the fundamental principles of programming in a visual and interactive manner. The paper outlines the evolution of Karel from its initial form to modern 3D implementations, as well as the integration of physical robots that allow students to see their commands executed in real-time. This combination of theoretical and practical education bridges the gap between learning and application, enhancing students‟ understanding and problem-solving abilities. The robot‟s functional specifications include basic movement commands, turns, gripper control, lifting, and obstacle detection and handling. These functionalities enable the robot to interact with its environment accurately and efficiently, offering students a rich field for experimentation and learning. The application design encompasses the development of movement control units, servomechanisms, ultrasonic sensors, and communication modules, ensuring the smooth operation and interactivity of the robot.
Research productivity and citation impact of Nigerian academic pharmacists: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Ugochukwu Ezinwanne , Igboeli Nneka , Ubaka Chukwuemeka Micheal
Published: August 2024

Background: Research productivity is vital for academic growth and is measured using bibliometrics globally. However, the bibliometric evaluation of academic pharmacy literature in Africa is still developing. This study aimed to evaluate the number and citation impact of publications among Nigerian academic pharmacists and explore their association with sociodemographic characteristics.
Methods: A bibliometric analysis was conducted on publications of all academic pharmacists at 21 Faculties of Pharmacy from 2000 to 2019 using Scopus, PubMed, and Google Scholar. Descriptive and inferential statistics were conducted.
Results: Among academic pharmacists, 30.5% were female, 24.3% held professorial ranks, and 72% had at least one publication, with 15 authors contributing 25% of all publications. The H-index was higher in Scopus than in Google Scholar, increasing with academic rank (p < 0.05). Both genders produced equal m-quotients in Scopus and Google Scholar. Academics in pharmaceutics had significantly higher productivity and impact in Google Scholar (p < 0.05). South-Eastern pharmacists had the highest mean number of publications, while the North-Eastern region had the lowest percentage (14.3%) of publication-active faculty.
Conclusion: Many Nigerian academic pharmacists were not publication-active and had low citation impacts. Research productivity and citation impact were influenced by academic rank, location, and speciality, but not by gender.
Pharmacy students’ perceptions of computer-based simulation in light of the rise of online learning
Authors: Weber Julia , Clifford Rhonda , Seubert Liza , Allemann Samuel , Arnet Isabelle
Published: August 2024

Background: Computer-based simulation, such as “Pharmacy Simulator,” teaches clinical and communication skills through virtual patients in a digital pharmacy. During the COVID-19 pandemic, students faced online learning challenges. While Australia’s borders were locked for over two years, fully online teaching in Western Australia lasted only ten weeks. This study explores pharmacy students’ perceptions of Pharmacy Simulator amid the rise of online learning.
Methods: Master’s pharmacy students at the University of Western Australia participated in two Pharmacy Simulator scenarios: anaphylaxis and salbutamol in 2019 and anaphylaxis and vaccination in 2021. Perceptions were assessed through qualitative interviews (2019) and a survey derived from the interviews (2021). Interviews underwent framework method analysis, while survey responses were analysed using descriptive statistics. Data triangulation aimed to detect the possible influence of growing online learning.  
Results: Data from 51 participants revealed that in 2019, Pharmacy Simulator was perceived as enjoyable, engaging, user-friendly, and bridging theory and practice. In 2021, participants affirmed its usability and role in knowledge acquisition, expressing confidence in counselling skills (median: 4 on a 5-point Likert scale).
Conclusion: Master’s students found Pharmacy Simulator helpful for acquiring pharmacy practice skills. Thus, computer-based simulation represents a valuable and universally accepted learning tool, irrespective of online learning burdens.
Investment Valuation of Long-Term Coal Mining Project at Pit J Using Discounted Cash Flow Method
Authors: Subroto Andhika Indra , Faturohman Taufik
Published: August 2024

Pit J is a new pit at Binungan 8 that will be developed to the west in 2024 and has a mine life of 9 years. The initial plan was to develop Pit J, which produced around 23 million tons of coal. However, there is a second alternative that can increase Pit J production to 28 million tons. Therefore, a project investment analysis of these two alternatives was conducted to determine which mining scheme to take and which is more profitable. This research uses a method of conducting investment valuation of the Pit J mine project, namely discounted cash flow (DCF). A deterministic approach using DCF was first conducted to determine the value of economic feasibility parameters, including net present value (NPV), internal rate of return (IRR), and payback period. This was followed by the identification of variables that most affect the NPV value through sensitivity analysis. Based on the research, both mining alternatives were declared financially feasible through the discounted cash flow method, with the first alternative having an NPV of 65.8 million USD, IRR of 60%, and a payback period of 4.77 years, while the second alternative resulted in an NPV of 88.4 million USD, IRR of 65%, and payback period 4.55 years. Sensitivity analysis shows that the variable change in Coal price is the most sensitive variable to the valuation of Pit J. Therefore, the second alternative is chosen as the best alternative to run.
Analisis Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Kepuasan Pembeli di Kopi Kenangan Menggunakan Metode Regresi Logistik Biner
Authors: Mohamad Aditya , Setiyanto Agus , Raharjo Bangkit Widhi , Heikal Jerry
Published: August 2024

This study aims to analyze various factors that affect buyer satisfaction with Kopi Kenangan. The method used in this study is the binary logistic regression method using SPSS. The number of samples was 68 consumers who came directly to Kopi Kenangan, with the variables used being product, packaging, price, service quality, cleaness/comfort, waiting time, discount, and interior/exterior design. Sample collection was carried out through filling out a survey form filled out by 68 buyer consumers who came directly to Kopi Kenangan. The results of the survey are outlined in Microsoft Excel and then data normalization is carried out. For Independent Variable data in the form of Text will be converted to binary numbers which means it is represented by numbers between 0 to 1, while for Dependent Variables it will be converted to 0 and 1. Independent Variable data consists of product, packaging, price, services, cleanliness/ comfort, waiting time, discount, and interior/ exterior design. The Data Dependent Variable is Satisfactory. From the results of the study, it can be concluded that the factors that affect buyer satisfaction are the variables of product, discount, and interior/exterior design. The variables of packaging, price, services, cleanliness/comfort, and waiting time did not significantly affect buyer satisfaction at Kopi Kenangan. With data accuracy of 89.7%. From the results of the assessment of the equation above, it can be concluded that there are 59 consumers who have a Satisfactory value and 9 consumers who do not have a Satisfactory value.
Pemanfaatan Aplikasi Slims ( Senayan Library Manajemen System ) Pada Perpustakaan
Authors: Fadlina  , Garuda Ginting  , Ikwan Lubis
Published: August 2024

SMA Negeri 1 STM Hilir is located at Jl. Education Hamlet I Alun Kenas, Mt. Rintih, Sinembah Tj. Muda Hilir, Deli Serdang Regency. SMA Negeri 1 STM Hilir, is now starting to improve, changes are clearly visible starting from the school building or physique to improving the quality of both teaching teachers and students. This was also conveyed by Dra Elvia Nas MPd as the principal of SMAN 1 STM Hilir who is domiciled on Jln Pendidikan Dusun 1, Talun Kenas Village, STM Hilir Sub-District, Deli Serdang Regency, when met by the media crew recently. Elvia explained to the media that the school she leads has 10 local schools and 380 students. As a paradigm, she always does her best for the progress of students at this school, especially avoiding drugs, which are enemies of the state, she concluded. Monitoring in the field also shows that the school buildings are physically much better than before including the cleanliness and use of the park, the students are also seen participating in the learning process with full comfort as well as the teachers there. And what is no less important is the use of the library arranged in such a way for the progress of the school. Students are introduced to how online-based learning is so that it is faster and easier to use and the application used is SLIMS.
Teknologi Pengembangan Jaringan Internet Untuk Sekolah di Pedesaan
Authors: Tengku Mohd Diansyah  , Ilham Faisal  , Dodi Siregar  , Ade Zulkarnain Hasibuan  , Sayuti Rahman
Published: August 2024

In this community service activity we are developing an internet network that will be used by schools in rural areas, one of the areas in Stabat City in building this internet network we use the ubnt antenna which is reliable in spreading signals in the countryside and our goal is to build an internet network in the village, namely to help the community in obtaining information that is currently very fast and the obstacles that the surrounding community has are very difficult to connect to the internet network after the team pays attention to the problem because of the large number of palm trees that make it very difficult to get a signal in the village and even the school when the school is very fast. The obstacle that the village has is that the signal in the village is not up to 2 bars so that the surrounding community is very difficult to connect to the internet network after the team noticed the problem because of the large number of palm trees which made the signal very difficult to get by local residents and even schools currently have difficulty in the learning process, let alone accessing dapodik owned by the school which must be connected to the internet network.
Pendampingan Pemanfaatan E-Commerce Sebagai Media Promosi Yudharta Advertising and Press
Authors: Mas'ud M. Imron
Published: August 2024

Today's business competition requires every business actor to have e-commerce as a promotional or trade media so that it opens up a wide market share. This service aims to create e-commerce for Yudharta advertising and press as a media for sales promotion. The e-commerce that will be made is product sales from yudharta advertising and press including sales of ISBN books published by yudharta press. The service is carried out for one week, the implementation process is divided into three stages, namely the FDG process, gathering information, mentoring, and launching the program. The result of the dedication is the availability of e-commerce as a promotional media marketplace in increasing sales and opening up a wider market share
Pendampingan Pendaftaran NIB, P-IRT, Halal Self Declare UMKM Menuju Go E-Catalog Kabupaten Jombang
Authors: Dwi Ermayanti Susilo  , Ina Nikmatul Chasanah  , Rosyida Ishma Mardhiyyah  , Talitha Zaidah Azmi  , Hilmi Taufiqurrahman
Published: August 2024

Micro, small and medium enterprises are productive economic enterprises owned by individuals or business entities in accordance with the criteria stipulated by Law no. 20 of 2008. Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) play an important role in advancing the Indonesian economy. Business licenses are needed so that MSMEs can be protected, have certainty in doing business, and enjoy the comfort and security they deserve. E-catalog (e-cat) is an electronic information system that contains lists, brands, types, technical specifications, prices to the amount of availability of goods/services from various providers (suppliers). In Jogoloyo Sumobito Village, registration of business licenses is one of the problems faced by MSME owners. The purpose of community service activities is to overcome this problem and socialize the importance of NIB ownership for business permits, which is very difficult and requires money.
Sosialisasi Pengaruh Bahaya Penyalahgunaan Narkoba Di Kalangan Siswa SMKN 1 Meureubo Aceh Barat
Authors: Arfriani Maifizar  , Khairan  , Sopar  , Riki Yulianda
Published: August 2024

The drug problem in West Aceh District, Aceh Province today is something that is urgent and complex. In the last decade the problem has become more widespread. Evidenced by the significant increase in the number of drug abusers or addicts. This research reveals that most drug users are teenagers or school-age students. Based on the results of field observations and interviews with the school. As for the condition/existing that SMKN 1 Meureubo as the implementing location still really needs cooperation with universities in the Meureubo sub-district to help socialize the dangers of drug abuse among students/youth. the results of observations identified that the problems that occurred at SMKN 1 Meureubo were as follows: Limited knowledge possessed by students regarding the benefits of socialization activities about the dangers of narcotics so far either given by teachers or the Department of Education and other related parties; Students and teachers do not yet/have specific material and skills that can discuss the effects of drug abuse for students at SMKN 1 Meureubo; There is a curiosity of teachers and students about participation in the activities of overcoming the dangers of narcotics in the West Aceh region; Having the same sense of responsibility between teachers, students and principals of SMKN 1 Meureubo to prevent the dangers of drug abuse from entering the world of education. The results of the dedication were the achievement of socialization at SMKN 1 Meureubo, with the implementation of several stages of socialization, namely: Formation of an activity team; Activity administration; Making outreach materials and training banners; Implementation of socialization; Evaluation of activities and activity reports.
Pengembangan UMKM Naik Kelas Berbasis Manajemen Usaha Pada Kelompok Usaha Kuliner di Desa Ladang Bambu Kecamatan Medan Tuntungan
Authors: Yusrita  , Zenni Riana  , M. Endang Asmara  , Muhammad Prasetyo Wibowo  , Cornelia Ivani
Published: August 2024

The function and role of SMEs is currently felt to be very important. Aside from being a source of livelihood for many people, it also provides direct employment for the majority of the population. As a small business group, SMEs are always trapped in the problem of limited capital, inaccurate distribution, inefficient financial management, lack of innovation, not yet maximizing online marketing, bookkeeping is still manual, time management, does not have permits as an effort to improve the capabilities of small businesses in the context of expanding its role in the national economy, a series of integrated and sustainable development is needed to overcome various problems. External factors consist of government policies in the public sector, social, cultural and economic aspects, as well as aspects of the role of related institutions. MSME actors in the Kampung Bambu Village, Medan Tuntungan District, are housewives who use their time at home to generate income to supplement their family's income. There are 47 business actors in the Kebun Bambu Village who become a business group. Judging from the age at which they started doing business, the business actors in the bamboo farming village should have graduated, considering that this business group is part of the local government program, namely One Kelurahan, One Entrepreneurship Center.
Pembinaan dan Pendampingan UMKM Lokal Melalui Upgrading Produk dan Digital Marketing Oleh KKN UMD 193 Universitas Jember
Authors: Eka Setyowati  , Amelia Rosa Hidayah Ningtias  , Sindi Liana Sukenti  , Ciptian Rico Pradana  , M. Faqih Ulil Absor  , Mashuri
Published: August 2024

Micro, small and medium-scale business is one of the attempts to improve people’s welfare. Viewed from SDGs, Darungan is a village with a developing economy with livelihoods as farmers and traders. Micro, small and medium-scale business “Pawon Uti” is one of the business that proceduces rengginang and serundeng. The business carried out at the Pawon Uti’s owner, namely Mrs. Weni, located in Rekesan Hamlet, Darungan Village, Yosowilangun District, Lumajang Regency. The destructive qualitative method used subjective reasoning an attempt to upgrade Pawon Uti crispy serundeng packaging has 3 stages and methods as follows; 1) Preparatory stage; This stage of activities is product observation and discussion of obstacles faced offline as well as submission of social media accounts. 2) Implementation Stage; This stage of activity is product packaging using new packaging. 3) Evaluation Phase; This activity is carried out through monitoring product sales and comparing the efficiency of packaging use by adding an expired date and PIRT number to the packaging. The existence of a PIRT number is proof that the packaging to be circulated has been registered as a product that meets food quality and safety standards in accordance with BPOM regulations. With the empowerment of MSMEs and collaboration between KKN UMD 193 UNEJ and MSMEs Pawon Uti, a positive change was realized. Support in marketing through digital marketing also provides wider opportunities for its products to be known by the public. Marketing assistance through e-commerce, namely shopee and whatsapp as the main medium of communication with customers.
Dampak Kegiatan Pelatihan office Terhadap Peningkatan Mutu Siswa Sekolah Dasar Dalam Mendukung Pembalajaran
Authors: Alief Fathul Habibie  , Ahmad Fajar Awalushihab  , Pazri  , Silfia Septiani  , Syawaluddin Nasution
Published: August 2024

Information and communication technology (ICT) literacy and mastery of information interactive media are obligations that must be carried out by an educator in the era of the cessation of information and technology development which is growing rapidly in parts of the world. However, seeing the conditions that occurred at SD Negeri 105343 Ramunia I/II, they did not yet have access and it could be said that they lacked basic education in the field of technology and information. The school does not have teaching staff capable of information and communication technology in it. Apart from that, the school also does not have supporting access sources such as classrooms and computer laboratories. So it was on this basis and conditions that made it an innovation for us as group 48 participants (KKN) to help and become an extension of the teaching staff at SD Negeri 105343 Ramunia I/II. One of them is a work program launched with the theme of basic training on the Science and Technology aspects of measuring community understanding of (IT). This activity was realized by students from the Faculty of Science and Technology UIN North Sumatra by providing basic Microsoft Word and Powerpoint training for fifth and sixth grade students at SD Negeri 105343. challenges and experiences for us as creators of these activities. Of course, with the basic Microsoft Word and Powerpoint training activities, it is hoped that later it will be able to help students, especially grades five and six, in preparing for computer-based exams, then increase their understanding and knowledge in computerized systems, and provide motivation as well as enthusiasm to be able to use technology wisely. and careful.
Peningkatan Kesadaran Hak Konstitusional Generasi Muda Melalui Kegiatan Penyuluhan Hukum di SMAN 34 Jakarta
Authors: Setiadi Wicipto , Thohari Ahmad Ahsin , Nasution Ali Imran
Published: August 2024

Constitutional rights are important for students to know when they see the many degradations of students' rights in schools, such as schools that are still paid for and bullying that is still rampant in schools. The low level of student awareness of constitutional rights, especially among the younger generation, especially students, is an obstacle in democracy related to the lack of knowledge of the younger generation regarding constitutional rights which include human rights. One way to raise awareness of constitutional rights for the younger generation is by conducting outreach or community service related to cultivating the constitutional rights of the younger generation, especially students at SMAN 34 Jakarta. The aim of carrying out community service activities is to raise students' awareness regarding their constitutional rights as young people and students. The method used in this community service activity is the method of presenting or delivering material to activity participants. In this activity, an evaluation was also carried out on the participants to find out the extent to which the activity participants understood the material that had been presented. The result of this service activity is that it can increase awareness and understanding of activity participants regarding the constitutional rights they have. This is a good start for creating a democratic society and a good national and state life.
Pencegahan Stunting melalui Penanganan Material Pangan dan Pengelolaan Keuangan Rumah Tangga
Authors: Vikaliana Resista , Mariam Siti , Aryani Fika , Hidayat Yusup Rachmat , Hermawan Eric , Irwansyah
Published: August 2024

The aim of this activity is to increase the understanding of mothers who are members of Posyandu in RW 1 Kayumanis Village, Bogor City. The extension method was decided to be the method for this activity, with socialization activities as the activity that started the extension activities, then mentoring was carried out. This community service activity takes place from January to July 2023, with activity stages: Stage 1 (January 2023): Socialization of activities through RW Management and PKK Posyandu Cadres, Stage 2 (February 2023): Stunting education to PKK Posyandu Cadres, Stage 3 (March-May 2023): Prevention Assistance Stunting through Handling Food Materials and Managing Household Finances in Posyandu RW Activities (distribution of brochures and advice regarding the contents of the brochures), Stage 4 (June - July 2023): Evaluation of Activities through interviews and questionnaires. This community service activity has been able to increase understanding of mothers Posyandu members in RW 1 Kayumanis Village, Bogor City. This is indicated by the results of the questionnaire after the activity, in addition, interviews before and after the activity was carried out. Henceforth, it is recommended to provide assistance to the implementation of the socialization material provided, as well as the area coverage of the activities carried out.
Pemanfaatan Aplikasi Canva Untuk Meningkatkan Promosi Produk Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah (UMKM)
Authors: Abdul Karim  , Dwika Asrani
Published: August 2024

Using the Canva application can increase promotion of MSME products through the ease of creating visual designs for promotional purposes. Canva provides various templates that can be used to promote MSMEs, including templates for culinary MSMEs. From the results of the activities carried out above, 25 students who took part in the activities were able to create good promotional media content and were able to apply Canva software on their respective participants' mobile phones.
Percepatan Penurunan Stunting Melalui Konseling Keluarga dan Pemberian Makanan Tambahan Pada Balita Stunting
Authors: Andi Sitti Umrah  , Ummi Kalsum Marwan  , Patmahwati  , Sri Rahayu Amri  , Juliani  , Andi Kasrida Dahlan  , Ayu Pertiwi  , Melinda
Published: August 2024

Stunting is a condition where growth disorders in children are closely related to inadequate nutritional intake. Stunting is currently the focus of health problems faced at global, national and local levels, so fast and responsive treatment is needed to overcome this. Based on WHO data, around 21.9% of toddlers or around 149 million children under five experience stunting throughout the world and in Indonesia around 21.6% in 2022. Meanwhile, Indonesia has set a target for the prevalence of stunting to decrease to 14% in 2024. The aim of this community service is to determine the sanitary condition of the family environment as one of the factors causing stunting in toddlers; 2) to determine the effectiveness of the counseling and PMT program on stunted toddlers, in terms of increasing the weight and height of stunted toddlers in Palopo City. This activity was carried out in Palopo City in 2 (two) places, namely Takkalala and Binturu sub-districts. The number of participants was 14 toddlers and their families. The method used is specific intervention through PMT using local food and sensitive intervention through family counseling using digital media. The results of community service show that the factor that drives stunting in the city of Palopo is poor sanitation in the family environment. Providing counseling to families and local food PMTs has had a positive impact on accelerating the reduction of stunting, which is indicated by a significant increase in TB and BW in children under five after being given the intervention. It is hoped that this activity can be increased and continued in monitoring and evaluation activities for intervention to reduce stunting in the city of Palopo.
Pelatihan dan Pemanfaatan Teknologi Whatsapp Business Dalam Mengembangkan Penjualan Produk Pada UMKM
Authors: Eko Setia Budi  , Ade Priyatna  , Eva Zuraidah  , Sanwani  , Dito Tri Ardana  , Aprilia Dimas Sahid  , Ghifary Rafy Pratama  , Kenji Ferdian Santosa  , Muhamad Irfan
Published: August 2024

UMKM Tajur Halang Makmur is a social organization as a forum and means of developing every member of society who grows and develops on the basis of awareness and social responsibility from and for the community in the region, especially those engaged in medium and small businesses. Meanwhile, the membership of Jakarta MSMEs, hereinafter referred to as PKK Mothers, is every member of the community. Tajur Halang Makmur UKM Cooperative, Founded on 03 September 2019, address Ruko Ning's Residence Jalan Raya Kalisuren, Kalisuren Village, Tajurhalang District, Bogor Regency, Deed of establishment of the cooperative "UKM Tajurhalang Makmur" Number: 04,- Date: 03 September 2019. UKM Cooperative Tajurhalang Makmur operates in the Multi Business sector. The problem is limited understanding of social media management which has not been optimized within the MSME management environment. The use of social media is still manual for sales information. Therefore, Nusa Mandiri University carries out Community Service in the form of training and utilizing Whats App Business technology in developing product sales. With this training, PKK mothers can help manage and provide information data with training in implementing digital product sales. The output that will be achieved from this socialization in the form of community service is publication in local print or electronic mass media
Mewujudkan Nilai-Nilai Kemanusiaan dengan Bakti Sosial
Authors: Rahayu Mardikaningsih  , Eli Retnowati  , Eli Masnawati  , Siti Nur Halizah  , Didit Darmawan  , Arif Rachman Putra  , Misbachul Munir  , Rafadi Khan Khayru  , Rommy Hardyansah
Published: August 2024

Community service activities (PkM) in the form of social service (baksos) through the distribution of basic food packages are a positive step to provide assistance to people in need. The distribution of food packages is not only material in nature, but also reflects significant social care and solidarity. The purpose of this PkM is to provide assistance in the form of food packages to residents around Sunan Giri University Surabaya (UNSURI). This activity involves students and lecturers to distribute food packages to residents around the campus. The stages of community service consist of methods of collecting basic necessities, targeting basic necessities, basic necessities received, methods of implementing the distribution of basic necessities. The result of this activity is the assistance provided to residents in need. Although the amount of assistance is not large, this social service has succeeded in lightening the burden on the community. This Community Service (PkM) activity has a positive impact on all parties involved, as reflected in the positive response of the community. In addition, this social service activity also provides opportunities for students to develop life skills such as empathy and concern for others.
Aplikasi Layanan Jasa Pada Laundry Berbasis Android Untuk Meningkatkan Pelayanan di Ion Laundry Medan
Authors: Liskedame Yanti Sipayung  , Dameria Esterlina Sijabat  , Megaria Purba
Published: August 2024

Laundry salah satu usaha yang bergerak dibidang pelayanan jasa berupa pencucian pakaian seperti pada Ion Laundry Aplikasi Android Ion Laundry menawarkan kemudahan akses dan efisiensi bagi pelanggan dalam menggunakan layanan laundry. Pengguna dapat memesan layanan, melacak status pesanan, dan melakukan pembayaran secara online. Aplikasi ini terintegrasi dengan sistem internal Ion Laundry untuk memastikan kelancaran operasional dan kepuasan pelanggan. Manfaat aplikasi yaitu Bagi pelanggan: Kemudahan akses layanan laundry, Pelacakan status, pesanan secara real-time, Pembayaran online yang aman dan nyaman, Promosi dan penawaran eksklusif, Layanan pelanggan yang lebih personal. Sedangkan bagi Bagi perusahaan: Peningkatan efisiensi operasional, Peningkatan kepuasan pelanggan, Peningkatan citra perusahaan, Peluang untuk mengembangkan layanan baru. Aplikasi Android Ion Laundry merupakan solusi inovatif untuk meningkatkan layanan laundry di era digital. Manfaatnya bagi pelanggan dan perusahaan menjadikan aplikasi ini sebagai alat yang berharga untuk meningkatkan daya saing dan membuka peluang baru.
Sistem Penjadwalan Bimbingan Konseling dengan Menerapkan Algoritma Shortest Job First
Authors: Fatyana Nadya , Irawan Muhammad Dedi , Nasution Adnan Buyung
Published: August 2024

Counseling guidance is a place for students to consult in overcoming problems and developing the potential of students. In order for counseling guidance to run effectively, scheduling is needed. The preparation of counseling guidance schedules takes a long time so that it causes increasingly long queues. In this study, the method used in research is Research and Development and the system development method uses Rapid Application Development. A website-based scheduling system that uses the Shortest Job First algorithm was developed to shorten long queues. Average waiting time can be reduced by finding the shortest job first, which solves the smallest average waiting time for various operations. By implementing Shortest Job First it can produce a good counseling schedule with a smaller waiting time thus reducing the level of long queues. The accuracy rate of this system is 98.18% accurate.
Klasifikasi Keterlambatan Pembayaran Sumbangan Pembinaan Pendidikan Menggunakan Algoritma Naïve Bayes dan Support Vector Machine
Authors: Umar Huzaifah , Kusumawati R. , Imamudin M. , Rohman Moh. Ainur
Published: August 2024

Payment delinquency of SPP is a commonly occurring issue in school. It affects the salary of teachers and staffs alongside school’s various development program. The study aims to classify payment delinquencies using Naïve Bayes and Support Vector Machine. Research methode is Cross-Industry Standard Process for Data Mining (CRISP-DM). Method testing was carried out with 5 trials. Based on the test results, the average performance of Naïve Bayes is accuracy (62,88%), precision (65,27%), recall (77,42%) dan f1-score (70,75%). Meanwhile, the average performance of the Support Vector Machine is accuracy 63,51%), precision (62,25%), recall (94,48%) dan f1-score (75,04%).
Pencarian Rute Terpendek Dalam Pendistribusian Darah di Palang Merah Indonesia (PMI) dengan Algoritma Dijkstra
Authors: Hidayatullah Catur , R Rakhmat Kurniawan , Armansyah Armansyah
Published: August 2024

The Indonesian Red Cross (PMI) is an independent and neutral organization in Indonesia engaged in humanitarian activities. One of the departments within the Indonesian Red Cross is the blood donor unit. The Blood Donor Unit (UDD) of PMI Deli Serdang is one of the Indonesian Red Cross offices in the Deli Serdang district, which deals with social humanitarian activities such as blood donation, volunteer recruitment, emergency response, and others. One common issue in blood distribution is the numerous routes that need to be taken, resulting in wasted time and delayed blood deliveries. Due to this issue, the implementation of artificial intelligence is needed to determine the shortest route for optimal and fast blood delivery. The application of artificial intelligence in problem-solving in the field of computer science has seen rapid development over the years in line with the advancement of artificial intelligence itself. In determining the shortest route, several algorithms can be used, one of which is the Dijkstra algorithm. It is used to solve problems in a graph to determine the shortest route. In the process, the Dijkstra algorithm determines the points that will become the distance weights connected from one point to another, resulting in the desired nodes. Therefore, an application is needed to find the nearest route to make blood delivery more time-efficient. In manual calculations using the algorithm, it was found that the shortest route from UDD (PMI Deli Serdang Blood Donation Unit) to GM (Grand Medistra Hospital) is through the route UDD → A → B → C → D → GM = 0 + 300 m + 250 m + 1,500 m + 35 m + 90 m with a total distance of 2,175 meters or 2.1 kilometers in 5 minutes. Thus, the use of the Dijkstra algorithm can assist in determining the fastest and optimal route for blood distribution, saving time and improving delivery efficiency.