bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Micronized Progesterone or Dydrogesterone? A Comparative Study on the Effects of Two Forms of Progesterone on Pregnancy Outcomes After Threatened Abortion
Authors: Ansari Iman , Hajiseid Javadi Ezzatalsadat , Pakniat Hamideh , Emami Ali , Ranjkesh Fatemeh , Molaverdikhani Simindokht
Published: November 2023

Background: A significant number of pregnancies are at risk of threatened abortion (TA). Different types of progesterone are used to treat TA. Objectives: In this study, the effects of 2 forms of progesterone on the continuation of pregnancy and TA-caused pregnancy outcomes were compared. Methods: A total of 190 women with a gestational age of 6 - 13 weeks presenting with uterine bleeding, closed cervix, and absence of fetal heart rate diagnosed by vaginal examination and ultrasound were allocated into 2 groups and treated with either (D) dydrogesterone (10 mg twice a day) or (M) micronized progesterone (200 mg, twice a day) for beyond 2 weeks after the cessation of uterine bleeding to ensure that bleeding would not recur. The participants were followed up and received prenatal care until the end of pregnancy. The outcomes of pregnancy were recorded and compared between the 2 groups. Results: The incidence of preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, cesarean section, intrauterine fetal death (IUFD), placenta previa, and abortion was not significantly different between the 2 groups. However, the prevalence of preterm labor and low birth weight (LBW) was significantly lower in M-treated women (P < 0.001 and P = 0.007, respectively). The baby’s weight and gestational age at delivery were significantly higher in the M group than in the D group (P < 0.001). No serious drug side effects were observed in the 2 groups throughout the study. Conclusions: The results of this study showed that the incidence of preterm labor and LBW was significantly lower in the patients treated with micronized progesterone than in patients treated with dydrogesterone; however, the prevalence of preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, cesarean section, IUFD, and abortion was not significantly different between the 2 groups.
Effect of Artemisia vulgaris Hydro-Alcoholic Extract on Oxidative Stress and Inflammatory Damages in a Rat Model of Experimental Colitis
Authors: Moini Jazani Arezoo , Shafiei Sahar , Khazaei Hosna , Hashemnia Mohammad , Fakhri Sajad , Farzaei Mohammad Hosein
Published: November 2023

Background: Herbal medicines can be used as a possible therapeutic agent in inflammatory diseases. Objectives: This study aimed to determine the effect of Artemisia vulgaris (AV) hydro-alcoholic extract on oxidative stress and inflammatory damage in an experimental rat model of colitis. Methods: Thirty male Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly divided into 6 groups: Control, colitis, sulfasalazine, AV50, AV100, and AV200. The animals of the AV groups were treated with the hydro-alcoholic extract of A. vulgaris via gavage for 72 h. Body weight was measured at the beginning and end of the experiment. In the end, serum levels of malondialdehyde (MDA) as a lipid peroxidation marker, antioxidants such as glutathione (GSH), superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity, serum tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), and nitric oxide (NO) levels as inflammatory biomarkers were measured. Macroscopic and microscopic damage in the rat's colon was also examined in histological studies. Results: The A. vulgaris extract treatment dose-dependently improved colonic injury (P < 0.001 to P < 0.05) and body weight (P < 0.001) in colitis rats. Moreover, it enhanced SOD activity and GSH levels (P < 0.001) and reduced serum MDA, TNF-α, and NO levels (P < 0.001 to P < 0.01) in the rats with colitis. Conclusions: Treatment with A. vulgaris could mitigate ulcerative colitis (UC) symptoms, which is probably attributed to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Religious Moderation Education in the Serambi Jombang Learning House Through the Study of The Interpretation of Moderate Verses
Authors: Ramdhan Tri Wahyudi , Saifuddin Saifuddin , Hasan Musohihul , Trisnawati Diana
Published: November 2023

Basic tenet that religiously motivated violence results from a narrow and intolerable interpretation of religion that has to be addressed and, as much as possible, restrained from spreading. The Serambi Jombang Learning House's study of the interpretation of moderate verses is intended to give guidance and knowledge of religious consciousness that is moderate, inclusive, and tolerant. A study on the interpretation of mild verses by 60 participants is conducted as part of this activity using the Action Research methodology. Selected verses, especially those pertaining to the ideals and principles of religious moderation, are delivered to the community as part of the activity material relevant to the topic of religious moderation education. The outcome of this activity is that it will be carried out in three stages, each of which will focus on the first subject of the activity, which is the study of non-Muslims in the Qur'an. The second discusses how the Qur'an reflects human ideals. The third discusses moderation in religion from the viewpoint of the Qur'an. Because there is a strong attitude toward moderation in religion, it is anticipated that this research will have positive effects and advantages, including helping people understand the community's religion, which tends to be moderate
The Efforts of The Youth of The Bahung Mosque, Sibatu Batu Village, Sei Dadap Sub-District in Improving the Ability to Write Sermon Texts
Authors: Dahmul Dahmul , Nasution Ismail , Tanjung Abdi , Gokcekuyu Ertugrul
Published: November 2023

Quantitatively, the number of preachers who preach through writing is much less than preachers who use spoken language. Therefore, this paper focuses on efforts to improve sermon text-writing skills. This paper uses action research, which is one type of qualitative research. This action research examines things that happen in the community or target group, where the results can be directly worn or felt by the community or target group. The result of this research is the achievement of increased skills, as evidenced by the results of the pretest and post-test. Besides that, there are several inhibiting and supporting factors in the efforts of mosque youth to improve sermon writing skills.
Implementation of Merdeka Curriculum Based on Multicultural in Fiqh Learning
Authors: Afandi Afandi , Sayyi Ach
Published: November 2023

The application of the Merdeka curriculum in fiqh learning is a form of response to the presence of the era of society 5.0, which invites every individual to continue to develop their potential independently adapted to technological sophistication. The purpose of this study is to examine and study the application of the Merdeka curriculum in fiqh learning. The research method used is a qualitative approach based on phenomenology with the intention of collecting data through observation, interviews, and document studies. Research data obtained through interviews, observation, and document study were then analyzed using Miles and Huberman's interactive analysis techniques. The results of the study show that the implementation of the Merdeka curriculum based on multiculturalism in conceptually learning fiqh in madrasas has formulated fiqh material through integration with the study of classical books (the yellow book). Students are given freedom and flexibility in studying and dissecting various literature that contains the study of fiqh. The structure of the Merdeka curriculum in fiqh learning implemented by this Madrasah is centered on the study of worship fiqh, mu'amalat fiqh, munakahat fiqh, roses fiqh, and jinayat fiqh
The Effect of a Scientific Approach on Motivation to Learn Morals at MA Salafiyah
Authors: Unariah Uun , Munjiat Siti Maryam
Published: November 2023

The number of students who do not actively participate in the teaching and learning process, such as rarely asking questions or voicing ideas, and also not reacting to the teacher's answers, one of the triggers is that the learning approach in Aqidah Akhlak subjects focuses more on teachers lecturing students and telling stories so that learning activities tend to be mainly carried out by teachers even though an educator plays a vital role in the achievement of an effective learning process. This study aims to analyze the effect of scientific methods on increasing student interest in learning aqidah subjects. By using a quantitative descriptive method through a saturated sampling technique involving 30 students with pree-test and post-test with sig value indicator 0.05 along with hypothesis testing and resulting in the conclusion that Ha is accepted and Ho is rejected based on the influence of scientific methods on learning motivation (tcount> ttable, namely 4.760> 2.048). This shows that learning motivation is strongly influenced by scientific-based learning. Although 55.3% of the influence is caused by causes other than the desire to learn, 44.7% of the influence is of high quality. From the determination test data, it can be concluded that the scientific method influences learning motivation.
The Future of Islamic Education: Breaking Through Boundaries with Line Follower Robot Trainers Toward the Era of Society 5.0
Authors: Falah Moh Zainul , Handoko Wahyu Tri , Syah Abdullah Iskandar , Afifah Farah Wardatul , Sanjaya Satrio Dwi
Published: November 2023

This research aims to identify and implement the Line Follower Robot Trainer as an innovative effort to advance Islamic education in facing the Society 5.0 era. The research focuses on SMK NU 1 Karanggeneng, Lamongan, as a case study, where robotic technology is used as a learning tool to integrate Islamic concepts with technological advances. This research proposes the Research and Development (R&D). The results showed that using the Line Follower Robot Trainer significantly improved students' understanding of their technological skills. The survey showed that most students (85%) felt more engaged and excited about learning Islam with the help of the Line Follower Robot Trainer. Students reported higher levels of engagement in learning with the robot, and teachers expressed positive support for using this technology in learning. These positive results reflect the potential of technology in enriching students' experiences in preparing for changes in the evolving Society 5.0 era. This research provides a greater understanding of the role of technology in supporting Islamic education, bridging the gap between tradition and innovation, and bringing Islamic education into an increasingly digitized future. The implications of this research can help Islamic education institutions utilize technology as a powerful tool to spread religious values and prepare students to face an increasingly digitally connected era.
Implementation of Community-Based Education in Increasing Learning Interest of Marginalized Children in School
Authors: Zubaidi Ahmad , Nadifah Seroja Ainun
Published: November 2023

Marginalized communities, such as children in remote areas with various limitations in the economic, geographical and educational fields they face, all the limitations that cause underdevelopment, especially in the field of Education, these children lack enthusiasm for learning at school. This research was conducted at SDN Kalipenggung 04, Randuagung, Lumajang. This research aims to find out how the results of the implementation of Community-based Education Learning increase the enthusiasm for learning in schools so that schools with a mountainous geographical background and far from urban areas can achieve achievements, especially in the field of athletics or by the potential possessed by many students so that students can make maximum use of what they already have This research uses a qualitative approach of case study type using an explanatory analysis model. The results of this study show that implementing Community-based Education in increasing the enthusiasm for learning of marginalized children has proven to increase the interest of marginal children. This is evidenced by some of the achievements they have achieved both at the district and provincial levels.
E-government como Estrategia de Continuidad ante COVID-19
Authors: Azuara del angel Maria guadalupe , Sánchez Galvan Fabiola , Garcia Rodrigez Rogelio , Herrera Altamirano Maria Xochilt
Published: November 2023

La prestación de servicios es fundamental en la capacidad operativa de los gobiernos ante eventos disruptivos como la pandemia de COVID-19 ha traslocado su capacidad de eficiencia colocándolos en la necesidad de ofrecer servicios digitales de forma abrupta. El presente trabajo tiene como objetivo investigar cómo la pandemia afectó los procesos de E-government bajo sus distintos modelos, se llevó a cabo una revisión sistemática de la literatura en la que se analizaron 76 artículos acerca de cómo los gobiernos abordaron la prestación de servicios en el contexto de la pandemia. Los resultados muestran que la pandemia fungió como catalizador acelerando la integración de TIC´s para amortiguar los efectos del virus donde el principal foco de interés de los gobiernos fue el desarrollo de servicios dentro de ámbitos como salud, educación y comunicación orientados a ciudadanos (G2C).
Riesgo cardiovascular, adiposidad y marcadores aterogénicos e inflamatorios en pacientes con enfermedad metabólica.
Authors: Zavaleta Muñiz Soraya Amali , Maravilla Domínguez María Aurora , Martínez Sandoval Alondra , Muñoz Yañez Claudia , Guangorena Gómez Janeth Oliva
Published: November 2023

Los desórdenes metabólicos se caracterizan por inflamación crónica de bajo grado. Diversos marcadores inflamatorios, aterogénicos y adipocinas se asocian con síndrome metabólico, incrementando la aterosclerosis y la morbi-mortalidad cardiovascular. Objetivo: describir el riesgo cardiovascular (RCV), la adiposidad, los marcadores inflamatorios y aterogénicos en pacientes mexicanos con enfermedad metabólica del Estado de Durango, México. En todos los participantes se realizó antropometría, determinación bioquímica y lipídica, biometría hemática y adipocinas séricas. Se calcularon adiposidad, índices aterogénicos e inflamatorios y RCV. La grasa visceral y corporal se clasificó como alta y muy alta, respectivamente; 88.3% tenían síndrome metabólico. El perfil lipídico, los marcadores bioquímicos, la adiponectina, el índice aterogénico y el RCV fueron mayores a mayor número de comorbilidades. Conclusión: las metas terapéuticas deben enfocarse enérgicamente a pacientes con mayor número de anormalidades metabólicas para disminuir su RCV y mortalidad.
Análisis comparativo de Indicadores de deserción, en el Curso Complementario de Terapia Física.
Authors: Sánchez Díaz Elizabeth Cristina , Fernández Blanco Abel , Brahms Flores Gloria Cristina , Blanco Fuentes José Ricardo , Hernández  Leonor Edgar Rodrigo
Published: November 2023

Se analiza el tema de la deserción escolar en nivel universitario y sus diversas causas en una institución del municipio de Tepic, Nayarit. Se revisa la literatura relevante respecto a abandono, deserción y situación escolar por diversos autores. La investigación muestra que las principales causas de la deserción escolar en mayor porcentaje se deben a materias reprobadas, seguido de motivos económicos; debido a esto, se considera pertinente la implementación de estrategias de acercamiento para mayor apoyo a los estudiantes.
Moralistic Therapeutic Holiness
Authors: Moloney Daniel Patrick ,   Philosophy Documentation Center
Published: November 2023

Christian Smith has described the religious attitudes of American youth and many adults as Moralistic Therapeutic Deism. In this formulation the word “therapeutic” does much work, and is meant to indicate that the goal of life is to be happy, to which end religion is instrumental. Martha Nussbaum has argued that Hellenistic schools of philosophy were therapeutic and instrumental in much the same way, and that this is a possible mode of philosophy even today. Appealing to the historical investigations of Pierre Hadot and Giovanni Reale, this paper shows that Neoplatonism was an even more successful form of therapeutic philosophy, a fact which Augustine recognized and to which he responded in his therapeutic masterpiece Confessions, through his depiction of his mother as a sage. This suggests that Catholicism can be powerful when presented therapeutically, which might be a more appropriate mode for evangelism in our therapeutic age.
Freedom and Responsibility
Authors: Greenspan Patricia ,   Philosophy Documentation Center
Published: November 2023

Many authors treat freedom and responsibility as interchangeable and simply apply conclusions about responsibility to freedom. This paper argues that the two are distinct, thus allowing for a “semi-compatibilist” view, on which responsibility but not freedom (in the sense of freedom to do otherwise) is compatible with determinism. It thereby avoids the implausible features of recent compatibilist accounts of freedom without alternative possibilities—as if one could make oneself free just by accepting the limitations on one’s choice. In particular, the paper puts forth two main arguments that responsibility does not imply freedom: an argument from “the stakes,” meaning what is at stake in a given action, or how seriously wrong it is, as affecting responsibility more than freedom, and an argument from temporal standpoint, that responsibility is often assessed from a standpoint farther back in time, when the agent could have taken steps to prevent being unfree later, whereas freedom is typically assessed at the time of action. These arguments are applied to the well-known case of Robert Alton Harris as in Watson (1988), in contrast to a Watsonian account of psychopaths as lacking moral responsibility because of “moral blindness.” Instead, what makes responsibility moral is the reasons for our blame, not necessarily what motivates the agent we take to be blameworthy.
How Artifacts Acquire Agency
Authors: Young Mark Thomas ,   Philosophy Documentation Center
Published: November 2023

It is common to view the technologies that surround us as either tools or machines. This distinction is often understood to reflect a difference between kinds of technology: those which operate by human agency, and those which operate by their own, technological form of performative agency. This paper aims to explore how common arguments for the performative agency of machines ultimately fail to establish the claim that anything other than humans are capable of performing tasks. In light of such problems, I will propose an alternative conception which understands machines to be distinguished by the way in which the human agency on which they depend is concealed. After examining reasons why we should consider this concealment to represent a social rather than technological phenomenon, this paper concludes by exploring implications this view holds for the way in which the ethics of automation is approached in the philosophy of technology.
Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Kooperatif Tipe Think Pair Share Terhadap Kemampuan Pemahaman Konsep Matematis Siswa Materi Bentuk Aljabar Kelas VII UPTD SMP Negeri 3 Pematang Siantar
Authors: Heny Cristina Nainggolan  , Belsasar Sihombing  , Firman Pangaribuan
Published: November 2023

The aim of this research aims to see the influence of the Think Pair Share Type Cooperative Learning Model on Students' Ability to Understand Mathematical Concepts in Algebra Form Class VII UPTD SMP Negeri 3 Pematang Siantar. The type of research used in this research is quantitative research, because the data and research are in the form of numbers and require statistical calculations. In this research, the design used is a Pre-Experimental Design in the form of a One Shot Case Study. In this design, there is treatment given to the experimental class, namely the application of the Think Pair Share type cooperative learning model. This research was carried out in class VII UPTD of SMP Negeri 3 Pematang Siantar which is located on Jl. Laguboti Ujung, Martimbang Village, District. South Siantar, Pematang Siantar City. In this research, the sampling technique used is probability sampling with simple random sampling type. Based on the results of the research and discussion previously presented, it can be concluded that there is a positive and significant influence of the Think Pair Share type cooperative learning model on the ability to understand mathematical concepts of class VII students at UPTD SMP Negeri 3 Pematang Siantar Q.A 2023/2024. This influence can be seen through the regression equation Y = 11.572 + 0.140 H1 is accepted and the magnitude of the influence on the coefficient of determination is 23.2%.
The ocean carbon pool: a vital component of the global carbon cycle
Authors: P Kalaiselvi  , RM Devi  , E Parameswari  , SP Sebastian  , V Dayamani  , T Ilakiya
Published: November 2023

The global carbon cycle is an integral part of the Earth System. Of the land, atmosphere, and ocean components of the global carbon cycle that exchange carbon on the timescales of decades to centuries, the ocean contains more than 90% of carbon. The ocean carbon pool represents a critical component of the Earth's carbon cycle, playing a pivotal role in regulating atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) levels and influencing climate dynamics. The exponential increase of total anthropogenic CO2 emissions in the industrial era implies the ocean's uptake has increased exponentially, reaching 2.5 ± 0.6 Pg C yr-1 for 2009-2018. Without the ocean and land sinks, atmospheric CO2 levels would be close to 600 ppm. The ocean carbon pool comprises dissolved inorganic carbon (DIC), organic carbon, and particulate organic matter, collectively responsible for the sequestration and release of carbon into the atmosphere. Phytoplankton, the microscopic marine plants, play a fundamental role in the oceanic carbon cycle by photosynthesizing and fixing atmospheric CO2 into organic matter. This organic matter can be transferred to the deep ocean through the biological pump, further contributing to the storage of carbon in the form of sinking particles. The bulk of the global ocean margin represents a carbon sink of ~0.1-0.2 Pg C. Oceanic processes, such as ocean circulation and upwelling, help redistribute carbon from surface waters to the deep ocean. The solubility pump, which is driven by changes in temperature and salinity, also affects the solubility of CO2 in seawater. These natural processes work to mitigate the increase in atmospheric CO2 concentrations and help regulate global temperatures.
Analisis Kebutuhan Mata Kuliah Bahasa Inggris Bagi Mahasiswa Di Fakultas Kelautan Dan Perikanan
Authors: Ni Ketut Sri Rahayuni
Published: November 2023

Carrying out a needs analysis can help find out whether the program fits the learner's goals and objectives for learning a language and at the same time can be used to help improve various components of the program that are more oriented to the learner's needs. Needs analysis can also help in evaluating existing programs and if deficiencies are found it can help in determining the need to introduce changes that may suit the needs of learners.
Tinjauan Pembatalan Akta Pengangkatan Anak Dihubungkan Dengan Peraturan Pemerintah Nomor 54 Tahun 2007
Authors: Rahayu Tajqia Qalbu , Judiasih Sonny Dewi , Rachmainy Linda
Published: November 2023

Tujuan pengangkatan anak, yaitu demi kepentingan terbaik bagi anak. Orang tua angkat yang tidak melaksanakan tujuan tersebut dan sudah tidak mampu secara ekonomi dan sosial dapat terjadi pembatalan akta pengangkatan anak. Putusan Pengadilan Agama Bojonegoro Nomor 840/PDT.G/2018 PA. BJN yang mengajukan gugatan adalah orang tua kandung terhadap orang tua angkat yang telah mengangkat anak kandungnya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pertimbangan hukum Putusan Pengadilan Agama Bojonegoro yang membatalkan akta pengangkatan anak dan akibat hukum terhadap status anak angkat. Putusan Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui akibat hukum pembatalan akta pengangkatan anak terhadap status anak angkat. Metode penelitian yang digunakan dalam penulisan studi kasus ini adalah metode pendekatan yuridis normatif dengan spesifikasi penelitian desktriptif analitis. Teknik pengumpulan data dalam penelitian adalah studi kepustakaan melalui bahan hukum primer, bahan hukum sekunder dan bahan hukum tersier. Metode analisis adalah yuridis kualitatif agar hasil yang didapatkan berupa data deskriptif. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian menjelaskan bahwa pertimbangan hukum pembatalan akta pengangkatan anak dihubungkan dengan PP Nomor 54 Tahun 2007 adalah kepentingan terbaik bagi anak dan syarat orang tua angkat yang harus mampu secara ekonomi dan sosial tidak lagi sesuai karena kendala secara ekonomi. Akibat hukum terhadap status anak angkat dihubungkan dengan PP Nomor 54 Tahun 2007 adalah anak statusnya tetap menjadi anak kandung sehingga terjadi peralihan hak dan kewajiban dari orang tua angkat kembali kepada orang tua kandung.
Faktor-Faktor Mempengaruhi Kecurangan Laporan Keuangan Dimoderasi Oleh Keefektifan Komite Audit Dalam Perspektif Fraud Hexagon
Authors: Putra Reza Adi
Published: November 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis faktor-faktor mempengaruhi kecurangan laporan keuangan dimoderasi oleh keefektifan komite audit dalam Perspektif fraud hexagon studi kasus pada perusahaan yang terdaftar di BEI tahun 2019-2021. Jenis Penelitan ini adalah kuantitatif. Populasi penelitan ini adalah perusahaan-perusahaan yang terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia (BEI) dalam kategori Consumer Good Industry, Retail, dan Wholesaler. Teknik pengambilan sample yang digunakan adalah purposive sampling dimana sample diambil dengan kriteria tertentu dan menghasilkan 92 sampel perusahaan. Analisis data dan pengujian hipotesis dilakukan dengan cara uji normalitas, uji multikolinearitas, uji heterokodastisitas, uji autokorelasi, uji regresi linier berganda dan uji regresi moderasi. Data yang digunakan dalam analisis ini berupa data sekunder dengan cara melihat dari laporan keuangan. Hasil penelitian yang telah dilakukan menunjukan bahwa (1) variabel Stimulus tidak mempengaruhi terhadap kecurangan laporan keuangan (2) variabel Opportunity mempengaruhi terhadap kecurangan laporan keuangan (3) variabel Rationalization mempengaruhi terhadap kecurangan laporan keuangan (4) variabel Capability tidak mempengaruhi terhadap kecurangan laporan keuangan (5) variabel Ego mempengaruhi terhadap kecurangan laporan keuangan (6) variabel Collusion mempengaruhi terhadap kecurangan laporan keuangan (7) Komite audit memperlemah pengaruh stimulus terhadap kecurangan laporan keuangan (8) Komite audit memperlemah pengaruh opportunity terhadap kecurangan laporan keuangan (9) Komite audit memperlemah pengaruh rationalization terhadap kecurangan laporan keuangan (10) Komite audit memperlemah pengaruh capability terhadap kecurangan laporan keuangan (11) Komite audit memperlemah pengaruh ego terhadap kecurangan laporan keuangan (12) Komite audit memperlemah pengaruh collusion terhadap kecurangan laporan keuangan.
Analisis Pemanfataan Limbah Fly Ash Batubara Pt. Pln Nusantara Power Pulang Pisau Untuk Penetralan Air Asam Tambang
Authors: Surbakti Yulinda Br , Indrajaya Fahrul , Saptawartono Saptawartono
Published: November 2023

Air asam tambang adalah air yang berasal dari aktivitas penambangan yang harus dikelola dengan baik sesuai aturan yang berlaku. Ada beberapa parameter yang ditetapkan untuk mengolah air asam tambang, yaitu pH, TSS dan logam berat lainnya. Pada penelitian ini hanya berfokus pada kenaikan pH air asam tambang (tidak menganalisis parameter yang lain). Bahan yang diperlukan untuk pengolahan pH AAT adalah bahan yang bersifat alkalin (bersifat basa kuat) sehingga dapat menaikkan pH air tambang. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah memanfaatkan fly ash PT. PLN Nusantara Power Pulang Pisau yang merupakan sisa pembakaran batubara dan  bersifat limbah untuk menetralkan air asam tambang di PT. Bhumi Rantau Energi. Pada penelitian ini bahan yang digunakan adalah fly ash batubara yang bertipe C dengan  metode pengadukan fly ash dengan AAT dan tanpa pengadukan fly ash dengan AAT. Penelitian ini menggunakan 2 (dua) metode pada uji jart test yaitu metode tanpa pengadukan fly ash dan metode dengan pengadukan fly ash.  Setelah dilakukan percobaan terhadap metode tersebut maka didapatkan hasil bahwa yang paling efektif dalam menetralkan air asam tambang adalah metode dengan pengadukan karena reaksi-reaksi yang terjadi di AAT lebih cepat. Hasilnya, 0.07 gram fly ash dalam 200 mL AAT yang memiliki pH = 4 dapat naik menjadi pH = 6, 14. pH tersebut sudah layak untuk dialirkan ke badan sungai sesuai dengan Keputusan Menteri Negara Lingkungan Hidup No. 113 Tahun 2003.
Ekonomi dan Otoritas Kepemimpinan dalam Keluarga
Authors: Iwandri Wawan
Published: November 2023

Kepemimpinan laki-laki atas perempuan didasarkan pada dua hal: kelebihan yang Allah berikan dan kewajiban nafkah. Laki-laki dan perempuan diberikan keistimewaan masing-masing guna melaksanakan tugas masing dalam bingkai pernikahan. Kelebihan laki-laki secara fisik dan psikis mendukungnya untuk melaksanakan kewajiban nafkah. Kewajiban nafkah merupakan bagian dari aktifitas ekonomi. Kesiapan untuk menjadi pemimpin dalam keluarga telah diukur dari kesiapan finansial sejak awal pernikahan. Mahar merupakan simbol kasih sayang suami atas istrinya dan sebagai bentuk kesiapan menafkahi sepanjang pernikahan. Namun antara mahar dan aktifitas menafkahi, terdapat anjuran sunnah dan tuntutan sosial yaitu walimah. Baik mahar, walimah dan nafkah ketiganya merupakan bagian dari kegiatan ekonomi. Kesimpulan dari tulisan ini menyatakan bahwa kepemimpinan laki-laki dalam keluarga ditentukan oleh kesiapannya secara finansial.
Developing Science-Based Modules with MIKiR and Literacy Learning in the Grade V
Authors: Asmaryadi Ahmad Ilham
Published: November 2023

The background problem in this research is the inactivity of students during learning activities, especially in science lessons, which is caused by the lack of learning resources used by educators. This is because the teacher does not have teaching materials such as modules so that the learning process only takes place using teacher books and student books. The efforts made by the author to provide solutions to the problems that occur at Elementary School by producing a companion module for science based on MIKiR learning and literacy. The importance of developing teaching materials for companion modules in learning activities experienced by educators and students. This research is a development research using the ADDIE form. This research was carried out in several stages, namely the Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation stages. The results of the validation research by three validators have a score of 86% which can be categorized as very valid. The results of the practicality assessment of the companion module conducted by the teacher and fifth grade Elementary School students got a score of 90.39% which was categorized as very practical. The results of the effectiveness carried out by fifth grade Elementary School students obtained a percentage of completeness 80% with a very effective category. It was concluded that the development of a science companion module based on experience, interaction, communication, reflection (MIKiR) and literacy learning had valid, practical, and effective criteria.
Effect of Working Capital Management on Financial Performance of Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies in Sheema Municipality, Uganda
Authors:   Kampala International University, Uganda, Neema Natukunda , Nyakundi Andrew ,   Kampala International University, Uganda, Mulegi Tom ,   Kampala International University, Uganda, Michael Manyange ,   Kampala International University, Uganda, Nyambane David ,   Kampala International University, Uganda
Published: November 2023

This study examines the impact of working capital management on the financial performance of Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOs) in Sheema Municipality, Uganda. SACCOs play a vital role in Uganda's economic development, contributing to the country's GDP and providing financial services to a significant portion of the population. However, SACCOs have faced challenges in managing their working capital, particularly in cash management, accounts receivable management, and accounts payable management. The study employed a descriptive research design with a sample size of 106 respondents. The data was collected using questionnaires, and the study used multiple regression analysis to analyze the data. The findings indicated that cash management and accounts payable management had an insignificant effect on financial performance, while accounts receivable management had a significant effect. The study recommends the implementation of automated systems, effective internal controls, and staff training to improve SACCOs' working capital management. The research is valuable for government policymakers, scholars, and SACCO management teams. Keywords: Accounts receivable management, Cash management, Account payable management, Financial performance.
Evaluating the Proficiency of Science Educators in Developing and Executing Online Instruction: A Case Study of Secondary Schools in Uganda
Authors:   Kampala International University Western Campus, P.O Box, 71 Bushenyi – Uganda, Teddy Kanyesigye Stella , Rahim Abdul ,   Kampala International University Western Campus, P.O Box, 71 Bushenyi – Uganda, Muhammad Tukur ,   Kampala International University Western Campus, P.O Box, 71 Bushenyi – Uganda, Muhammad Tukur ,   Kampala International University Western Campus, P.O Box, 71 Bushenyi – Uganda, Agatha Ruteraho H. ,   Kampala International University Western Campus, P.O Box, 71 Bushenyi – Uganda, Godiriva Atuhairwe ,   Kampala International University Western Campus, P.O Box, 71 Bushenyi – Uganda
Published: November 2023

This research delved into the assessment of the proficiency of science educators in formulating and executing online lessons within secondary schools in Uganda. Employing a quantitative methodology with a cross-sectional survey design, the study developed a questionnaire to evaluate the online teaching competencies of secondary school science teachers. The questionnaire was disseminated electronically, resulting in 50 respondents within a one-month timeframe. Data analysis encompassed the use of descriptive statistics and multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA). The research findings disclosed that while science teachers exhibited competence in online teaching, course design, digital communication, and basic computer skills, they displayed some limitations in advanced computer skills and the utilization of Learning Management Systems. Furthermore, the study identified factors such as school location and the academic qualifications of teachers as overarching influences on the competency of science teachers in designing and implementing online lessons. In light of these findings, the study recommends the organization of professional development courses to enhance teachers' readiness for conducting online classes. Additionally, it underscores the importance of electrifying and equipping schools, especially those in rural areas, with the requisite infrastructure and resources. Keywords: science, teachers, competency, designing, implementing, online lessons
Refocusing on Gender Roles in Agriculture and their Impact on Household Food Security: An in-depth Analysis of Chosen Wards within Kisarawe District, Tanzania
Authors:   Department of Public Administration and development studies Kampala International University Uganda., Christine Ainebyoona , Emmanuel Kiweewa ,   Department of Public Administration and development studies Kampala International University Uganda.
Published: November 2023

The research conducted in selected wards of Kisarawe, Tanzania, aimed to examine the interplay between gender dynamics, agricultural endeavors, and household food security. The study objectives encompassed identifying gender-based roles in ensuring food security, evaluating the contribution of agricultural activities to food security, and elucidating the intricate relationship between gender, agricultural practices, and household food security. Employing a descriptive correlational design, data was gathered from a randomly chosen sample of 308 respondents. Data collection involved the use of researcher-designed questionnaires, interviews, and observations. The analysis encompassed descriptive statistics, which included frequency counts and means, as well as Pearson linear correlation coefficients. The research findings underscored a significant relationship between gender roles, agricultural activities, and household food security. Consequently, it was deduced that the primary factors contributing to food insecurity in Kisarawe, Tanzania, encompassed unequal ownership of productive assets, the burden of women's domestic responsibilities, limited decision-making opportunities for women, an absence of labor division, suboptimal technology utilization, limited access to capital, a lack of crop diversification, and inadequate information about modern farming methods. Based on these findings and conclusions, the study suggests several recommendations. These include advocating for equitable resource ownership, promoting gender-balanced decision-making processes, fostering an equitable division of labor, providing access to ample information, encouraging crop diversification, and advancing technological capabilities in the pursuit of enhanced food security in Kisarawe, Tanzania. Keywords: Gender, Agricultural Activities, Household and Food Security
Hepcidin's Antimalarial Arsenal: Safeguarding the Host
Authors:   Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Kampala International University, Uganda., Obeagu Emmanuel Ifeanyi , Alum Esther U. ,   Department of Publication and Extension, Kampala International University, Uganda., Ugwu Okechukwu P.C. ,   Department of Publication and Extension, Kampala International University, Uganda.
Published: November 2023

Malaria remains a significant global health threat, causing hundreds of thousands of deaths annually. Understanding the host's protective mechanisms against this parasitic infection is crucial for developing effective prevention and treatment strategies. Hepcidin, a central regulator of iron homeostasis, has emerged as a key player in the host's defense against malaria. This comprehensive review explores the multifaceted roles of hepcidin in safeguarding the host from malaria infection. We delve into the molecular mechanisms of hepcidin regulation and its impact on the intricate interplay between iron, the immune system, and Plasmodium species. Additionally, we discuss the potential therapeutic implications of targeting hepcidin to enhance antimalarial responses. By shedding light on hepcidin's antimalarial arsenal, this review aims to contribute to the development of innovative strategies for combating malaria. Keywords: Hepcidin, antimalaria, malaria and host
Studies on Fertility Hormone in Azoospermia Men Attending Imo State Specialist Hospital, Owerri
Authors:   Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Imo State University, Owerri, Nigeria, Edward Ukamaka , Okehie Marvis U. ,   Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Imo State University, Owerri, Nigeria., Onuoha Emmanuel Chinedu ,   Federal University Otuoke, Bayelsa State, Nigeria, Obeagu *Emmanuel Ifeanyi ,   Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Kampala International University, Uganda
Published: November 2023

Azoospermia, a condition characterized by the absence of sperm in a man's semen, affects approximately 1% of the male population and accounts for about 10 to 15% of male infertility cases. This study aimed to assess the fertility hormone levels in Azoospermia patients in Owerri. A cross-sectional study included twenty-five Azoospermia patients attending the fertility clinic at Imo Specialist Hospital and twenty-five healthy individuals as a control group. Venous blood samples were collected and analyzed for serum testosterone, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), and luteinizing hormone (LH) using the ELISA method. The results indicated that infertile subjects had significantly higher levels of FSH (9.91 ± 3.69 IU/L) compared to control subjects (5.54 ± 0.90 IU/L) (P = 0.0001). Similarly, infertile subjects showed significantly higher levels of LH (8.50 ± 2.63 IU/L) compared to control subjects (4.75 ± 1.15 IU/L) (P = 0.0001). In contrast, the testosterone levels in infertile subjects (2.56 ± 0.97 IU/L) were significantly lower than those in control subjects (4.80 ± 1.19 IU/L) (P = 0.0001). In conclusion, the findings of this study demonstrate a significant increase in gonadotropins (FSH and LH) and a significant decrease in testosterone levels in males with Azoospermia. Keywords: fertility, hormone, azoospermia, men
Quick Insights from the Wellcome Trust Paid APCs 2012/13 Dataset
Authors: Priego Ernesto
Published: November 2023

I share some auick insights from the Wellcome Trust Paid APCs 2012/13 Dataset, as well as my refined dataset which I uploaded to figshare.
A #HEFCEmetrics Twitter Archive
Authors: Priego Ernesto
Published: November 2023

I have uploaded a new dataset to figshare: A #HEFCEmetrics Twitter Archive.
More on the Altmetric 2014 Top 100
Authors: Priego Ernesto
Published: November 2023

I follow-up my post from yesterday with more insights and diagrams from the Altmetric 2014 Top 100 list.
BBC Politics Election Tweets: A Quick Text Analysis
Authors: Priego Ernesto
Published: November 2023

Where I share the results of a quick text analysis of a small corpora of recent tweets from @BBCPolitics and @bbcnickrobinson. I also shared the corpora on fighsare.
DHCrowdScribe: Building Scholarly Resources for Wider Public Engagement. A #DHCOxf Archive
Authors: Priego Ernesto
Published: November 2023

‘Building Scholarly Resources for Wider Public Engagement’ was a full day workshop that took place at Oxford University on Friday 13 June 2014. I have uploaded an XLS file which contains 692 Tweets tagged with #DHCOxf.
A #Transitions5, #ComicsForum14 and #ICAF14 Archive
Authors: Priego Ernesto
Published: November 2023

I have created and uploaded a file that contains three archives of Tweets corresponding to the #Transitions5, #ComicsForum14 and #ICAF14 hashtags (case not sensitive).
What’s in a Word? Most Frequent Terms in #WLIC2016 Tweets (part III)
Authors: Priego Ernesto
Published: November 2023

An update on my work doing basic text analysis of a sample dataset of #WLIC2016 Tweets.
Most Frequent Terms in #WLIC2016 Tweets (part II)
Authors: Priego Ernesto
Published: November 2023

Here’s an edited list of the top 50 most frequent terms extracted from a cleaned dataset comprised of 10,721 #WLIC2016 Tweets published between Monday 15/08/2016 10:11:08 EDT and Wednesday 17/08/2016 07:16:35 EDT.
“just landed on a comet!” A #CometLanding Archive
Authors: Priego Ernesto
Published: November 2023

I have uploaded to figshare a file that contains approximately 77,318 Tweets published publicly and tagged with #CometLanding between 12/11/2014 09:09 and 05/12/2014 18:07 GMT.
“Vote Leave”: Looking Into a Sample Archive of 1,100 vote_leave Tweets
Authors: Priego Ernesto
Published: November 2023

As the date to vote in person approaches, I collected and shared a dataset of tweets published by the official Leave campaign Twitter account, @vote_leave, between 12/06/2016 09:06:22 – 21/06/2016 09:29:29 BST. The dataset contains 1,100 tweets.
Research Case Study: Library and Information Science
Authors: Priego Ernesto
Published: November 2023

Originally posted on Citylibresearchcasestudies: Dr Ernesto Priego, Course Director of #citylis PG scheme, Department of Library & Information Science, City University London. Current research interest: Library & Information Science . Other related research interest include: comics scholarship, digital humanities, open access publishing, research data management, scholarly communications. Resources at City University London Library
Ebola: Crowdsourcing type of access and licensing of the most mentioned articles according to Altmetric
Authors: Priego Ernesto
Published: November 2023

I have shared a dataset of 497 bibliographic entries of scientific articles mentioning the keyword 'Ebola'. Can you help us crowdsource their type of access and licensing?
Mutatis Mutandis #1: A Queer Thing
Authors: Priego Ernesto
Published: November 2023

Mutatis Mutandis #1: A Queer Thing.
A #HASTAC2014 Conference Tweets Archive
Authors: Priego Ernesto
Published: November 2023

Like last year, I attempted to archive the tweets tagged with the HASTAC annual conference’s official hashtag (this year #HASTAC2014). I have shared the resulting dataset on figshare.
The Questions Concerning Technology. A Critical Theory Seminar
Authors: Priego Ernesto
Published: November 2023

I am excited to announce that this spring I will be leading an extracurricular research seminar for City University London postgraduate students (or alumni) titled ‘The Questions Concerning Technology.
Association of the disease duration and administered therapy with metabolic syndrome in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus
Authors: Cvetković Jovana , Stojanović Sonja , Tasić Ivan , Stamenković Bojana , Nedović Jovan , Stojanović Sanja
Published: November 2023

Aim. The aim of the paper was to examine the impact of disease duration and administered therapy on the development of metabolic syndrome (MetS) in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Material and methods. This study involved 55 patients (50 females and 5 males) with the diagnosis and 49 healthy controls of similar age. MetS was defined according to modified NCEP-ATP III diagnostic criteria, and obesity was defined by body mass index BMI > 30. Results. In the group of SLE patients with MetS, there were 23 individuals (41.82%). In the control group, there were 10 (20.4%) patients with MetS. There were significantly more SLE patients with MetS in comparison to the controls (p = 0.04). Duration of the disease in the group with MetS was longer in comparison to those without MetS, but it was not statistically significant (15.35 ± 10.26 vs 10.44 ± 7.88, p = 0.073). The study confirmed that there is a moderate association (CC = 0.355) between disease duration and number of MetS parameters, however, this dependency was not statistically significant (p = 0.439). In the group without MetS, there were statistically more patients treated with antimalarial drugs monotherapy (p = 0.023). It has been found that the patients with MetS were treated with corticosteroid therapy longer than those without MetS, but it was not statistically significant (153.57 ± 103.34 vs 114.75 ± 83.32, p = 0.129). Conclusion. Patients with longer SLE duration have more often MetS. It has been shown that, statistically, more patients without MetS were treated with antimalarial drugs monotherapy, and that long-term CS use, in our study, was not associated with higher incidence of MetS.