bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Mothers’ Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding the Prevention and Management of Diarrhea among Children in Pakistan: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Bano Shaher , Sultana Nighat , Ahmed Haroon , Zhang Jing , Cao Jianping
Published: July 2024

Diarrheal disease is the second leading cause of death worldwide in children under 5 years old, after pneumonia. Fortunately, diarrhea is a preventable disease that can be avoided by implementing basic home management strategies. Mothers are essential to its management and prevention; therefore, this study assessed the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of mothers in Pakistan related to diarrheal disease prevention and management. The study was conducted using a cross-sectional design in three cities of Pakistan from September 2022 to December 2022. A questionnaire was used to collect data on mothers’ sociodemographic characteristics and their knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to the prevention and management of diarrheal diseases. A total of 356 mothers (81.7% of them were housewives, and 58.4% were 25–34 years old) participated in the study. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and tests of association. Significant associations were found between mothers’ income, education, and ethnicity and their knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding the prevention and management of diarrheal diseases (P <0.05). However, no significant association was found between the other variables. The knowledge and attitudes of the mothers regarding the prevention and management of diarrhea were satisfactory; however, their prevention-related practices and home-based management were unsatisfactory. Therefore, community education, formation of health and hygiene committees, and dissemination of user-friendly information are crucial for creating awareness about the prevention and management of diarrheal diseases. These measures can help improve the practices of mothers and reduce the incidence of diarrheal diseases in Pakistan.
Case Report and Review of the Literature: Ischemic Stroke in Dengue Virus Infection
Authors: Singh Jitendra , Sinha Anshika , Dinkar Anju , Kumar Nilesh , Kumar Kailash
Published: July 2024

Dengue continues to pose a global health challenge, particularly in tropical and subtropical areas. Dengue can impact various organs, including the central nervous system, and can cause various neurological symptoms, although stroke is an uncommon complication. Among strokes, ischemic stroke is very uncommon in dengue. A 27-year-old unmarried female was referred to our institution with 8 days of fever and myalgia, 5 days of vomiting, and 3 days of altered sensorium. Small-sized bilateral pupils reacted slowly to light. Chest auscultation revealed diffuse coarse crepitation. Poor general condition and labored breathing led to intensive care unit transfer and intubation. Her contrast-enhanced brain magnetic resonance image showed chronic pontine infarction. She was diagnosed with dengue fever (NS1Ag positive) complicated by bilateral pontine infarction. After a long course of illness, she was finally discharged to home in good recovery status. Clinicians need to be aware of the uncommon dengue presentation of stroke. Treatment is supportive with variable outcomes.
Seasonal Dynamics of Symptomatic and Asymptomatic Plasmodium falciparum and Plasmodium vivax Infections in Coendemic Low-Transmission Settings, South Ethiopia
Authors: Molla Eshetu , Dugassa Sisay , Alemayehu Lina , Ejigu Legesse Alamerie , Deressa Jimma Dinsa , Demisse Mulugeta , Abdo Melat , Wolde Behaksra Sinknesh , Keffale Migbaru , Tadesse Fitsum G. , Gadisa Endalamaw , Mamo Hassen
Published: July 2024

Ethiopia has a plan to eliminate malaria in selected low-transmission districts by 2025. However, complex factors such as seasonality, focal heterogeneity, and coendemicity of Plasmodium vivax and Plasmodium falciparum, and asymptomatic cases, along with other factors, pose challenges. This longitudinal study assessed these dynamics and associated factors in three elimination-targeted settings in southern Ethiopia. The study included rural districts (Wonago and Yirgacheffe) and an urban setting (Dilla town) with 504 participants from 168 households per season. The study covered the peak and minor malaria transmission seasons and the dry season. Finger-prick blood was collected for microscopy, rapid diagnostic tests, and 18S-rRNA-based quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR). During the dry season, P. vivax accounted for most infections (64.5%, 71/110) and symptomatic malaria (50.9%, 29/57), whereas P. falciparum dominated during the peak transmission season (45.7%, 42/92 infections and 58.1%, 25/43 of symptomatic cases). Treatment-seeking behavior was low, with 65.3% (143/219) of symptomatic individuals not seeking treatment. Dilla town had significantly higher infection prevalence (29.6%, 149/504, P <0.001) in all seasons compared with the rural sites. The incidence rate was 12/1,000 person-seasons by qPCR and 5/1,000 person-seasons by microscopy. Urban residents, those with low hemoglobin levels, nonuse of mosquito nets, and proximity to stagnant water had a significantly higher risk of infection (P <0.001). Tailored approaches are needed in elimination-targeted areas, focusing on urban settings, Plasmodium species, and strengthening community-level interventions for behavioral change and active case detection.
The Impact of the Mycobacterium tuberculosis RDRio Subfamily on Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis in Latin America: A Comprehensive Review
Authors: Castro-Rodríguez Bernardo , Cazar-Ramos Cristina , Franco-Sotomayor Greta , Cardenas-Franco Greta Ester , Orlando Solon Alberto , García-Bereguiain Miguel Angel
Published: July 2024

Latin American region is a high-burden setting for tuberculosis where multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) is among the main challenge to move forward the End TB Strategy goals. It has been shown that MDR-TB is associated to certain Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) lineages like L2-Beijing sublineage or L4-LAM. Although L2-Beijing is present in South America, the L4 lineage is the most prevalent with values ranging from 75% to 99% depending on the country. Within L4, Latin American–Mediterranean (LAM) family is the most prevalent. Moreover, within LAM, RDRio subfamily is present in high prevalence in several countries in South America like Venezuela or Brazil. RDRio has been associated to MDR-TB in several studies in Brazil but more epidemiological information is needed for South America. Here we discuss the problem of MDR-TB in Latin America and the potential threat that RDRio could represent. At this time, more molecular epidemiology studies are necessary to improve TB surveillance programs in Latin America by tracking MTB strains potentially responsible for MDR-TB spread.
Runtime Safety Assurance of Autonomous Last-Mile Delivery Vehicles in Urban-like Environment
Authors: Aslam Iqra , Aniculaesei Adina , Buragohain Abhishek , Zhang Meng , Bamal Daniel , Rausch Andreas
Published: July 2024

The conventional process of last-mile delivery logistics often leads to safety problems for road users and a high level of environmental pollution. Delivery drivers must deal with frequent stops, search for a convenient parking spot and sometimes navigate through the narrow streets causing traffic congestion and possibly safety issues for the ego vehicle as well as for other traffic participants. This process is not only time consuming but also environmentally impactful, especially in low-emission zones where prolonged vehicle idling can lead to air pollution and to high operational costs. To overcome these challenges, a reliable system is required that not only ensures the flexible, safe and smooth delivery of goods but also cuts the costs and meets the delivery target. In the dynamic landscape of last-mile delivery, LogiSmile, an EU project, introduced a solution to urban delivery challenges through an innovative cooperation between an Autonomous Hub Vehicle (AHV) and an Autonomous Delivery Device (ADD). This work addresses not only these challenges but also provides insight into a future where last-mile delivery is safer, more efficient and nature friendly. As a part of this project, an integrated safety system architecture has been developed for the AHV, featuring a dependability cage (DC) for onboard monitoring of a single autonomous vehicle and a remote command control center (CCC) for offboard monitoring of a fleet of autonomous vehicles. Operating at SAE levels 3/4 (SAE L3/4), the AHV incorporates a safety driver and a monitoring system, ensuring compliance with SAE guidelines. The DC enables safe transitions to degraded/ fail-safe driving modes in response to safety violations of the autonomous driving system (ADS), optimizing the vehicle's operational safety. Additionally, the CCC enhances autonomy by redundantly monitoring the fleet of vehicles via real-time sensor streams, also facilitating the communication with the ADD and the reconfiguration of the driving mode depending on the current road scenario. The project results were successfully demonstrated in Hamburg in 2022, showcasing the practical implementation of the developed safety architecture and the insights gained.
Enhancing Urban AEB Systems: Simulation-Based Analysis of Error Tolerance in Distance Estimation and Road-Tire Friction Coefficients
Authors: Wang Yifan , Iatropoulos Jannes , Thal Silvia , Henze Roman
Published: July 2024

AEB systems are critical in preventing collisions, yet their effectiveness hinges on accurately estimating the distance between the vehicle and other road users, as well as understanding road conditions. Errors in distance estimation can result in premature or delayed braking and varying road conditions alter road-tire friction coefficients, affecting braking distances. The integration of advanced sensors like LiDARs has significantly enhanced distance estimation. Cameras and deep neural networks are also employed to estimate the road conditions. However, AEB systems face notable challenges in urban environments, influenced by complex scenarios and adverse weather conditions such as rain and fog. Therefore, investigating the error tolerance of these estimations is essential for the performance of AEB systems. To this end, we develop a digital twin of our test vehicle in the IPG CarMaker simulation environment, which includes realistic driving dynamics and sensor models. Our simulated test vehicle is equipped with a distance estimation algorithm and AEB system designed for eventual deployment in its real-world counterpart. We test the vehicle in various simulated test scenarios. This approach facilitates accurate measurement and adjustment of distance and road-tire friction coefficients. The testing protocol begins with the European New Car Assessment Programme (EU NCAP) AEB Car-to-Pedestrian standard. Additionally, our simulation encompasses realistic urban scenarios, featuring complex traffic conditions and diverse weather scenarios, including rain, fog, and varying road surfaces like dry, wet, snow-covered, and icy. Finally, we have determined the error tolerances for various conditions. The simulation process and results reveal that the major challenges involve creating critical scenarios, modeling environments and sensors, and constructing digital twins of test vehicles. Recommendations and insights derived from these findings are also provided.
Evaluation and Simulation of wheel Steering Functionality on a Road to Rig Test Bench
Authors: Kopp Lennart , Harfmann Patrick , Niederberger Lucas , Schwämmle Timm , Kley Markus
Published: July 2024

The automotive industry is continuously evolving, demanding innovative approaches to enhance testing methodologies and preventively identify potential issues. This paper proposes an advanced test approach in the area of the overall vehicle system including the steering system and powertrain on a Road to Rig test bench. The research aims to revolutionize the conventional testing process by identifying faults at an early stage and eliminating the need to rely solely on field tests. The motivation behind this research is to optimize the test bench setup and bring it even closer to real field tests. Key highlights of the publication include the introduction of an expanded load spectrum, incorporating both steering angle and speed parameters along the test track. The load includes different route and driving profiles like on a freeway, overland and city drive in combination with the steering angles. Furthermore, for the first instance, specific driving manoeuvres, including slalom driving and autonomous parking, can now be simulated and tested. Also, there are critical driving scenarios like the standardized severe lane-change manoeuvre. This innovative approach not only refines the accuracy of steering simulations but also provides a comprehensive representation of real-world driving conditions. The paper also outlines the development and verification of a design specifically tailored for the test bench environment. This comprehensive approach ensures the reliability and applicability of the proposed steering simulation methodology. The integration of multibody simulations further enhances the study by elucidating the individual component loads.
Comparison of creatine kinase elevation caused by Janus kinase inhibitors and interleukin-6 inhibitors in patients with rheumatoid arthritis: A propensity score-matched study
Authors: Tada Masahiro , Okano Tadashi , Mamaoto Kenji , Yamada Yutaro , Orita Kazuki , Mandai Koji , Anno Shohei , Iida Takahiro , Inui Kentaro , Koike Tatsuya
Published: July 2024

Objectives: This study aimed to examine whether creatine kinase (CK) elevation occurs with interleukin (IL)-6 inhibitors, as in Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors, which are reported to increase CK levels in rheumatoid arthritis.

Patients and methods: A multicenter database of JAK inhibitor and IL-6 inhibitor treatment was retrospectively searched between January 2016 to December 2022; 142 cases (117 females, 25 males, mean age: 63.8±13.0 years; range, 20 to 85 years), with 71 cases in each group, were extracted by propensity score matching using age, sex, body mass index, and CK at 0 weeks. The outlier rate was compared. Patients’ background characteristics related to elevated CK levels at 24 weeks were investigated by univariate and multivariate analyses.

Results: Creatine kinase levels at 4 and 12 weeks were significantly higher with JAK inhibitors than with IL-6 inhibitors (four weeks, 72 vs. 87.5 IU/mL, p=0.016; 12 weeks, 71 vs. 95.5 IU/mL, p=0.028). The outlier rate (Grade 1) with JAK inhibitors increased significantly over time (0 weeks, 4.2%; four weeks, 18.1%; 12 weeks, 21.7%; 24 weeks, 18.3%; p=0.015), whereas that with IL-6 inhibitors increased slightly (0 weeks, 5.6%; four weeks, 9.2%; 12 weeks, 8.6%; 24 weeks, 8.5%; p=0.745), with a significant difference between the groups (p=0.035). No patients discontinued treatment due to myalgia or renal dysfunction. The factors significantly positively related to elevated CK levels at 24 weeks were male sex and creatinine. Those significantly negatively related were Steinbrocker stage and class, modified health assessment questionnaire scores, estimated glomerular filtration rate, and glucocorticoid dose.

Conclusion: Mild CK elevations with JAK inhibitors are not a particular clinical problem. CK elevation might be specific to JAK inhibitors.
Adesão à terapêutica anti-hipertensiva: o caso do centro de saúde nº1 de bragança
Authors: Fernandes António , Isabel Ribeiro Maria , Lima Mariana , Miranda Tânia
Published: July 2024

Esta investigação tem como objetivo analisar a adesão ao tratamento anti-hipertensivo por parte dos doentes do Centro de Saúde no 1 localizado no Concelho de Bragança, bem como avaliar o conhecimento que os utentes têm acerca da HTA. A amostra aleatória simples inclui 366 inquiridos (235 do género feminino e 131 do género masculino), com idades entre os 18 e os 95 anos. Foi elaborado um questionário intersetivo, face a face, inserido num estudo de carácter transversal e observacional. Os dados foram sujeitos a tratamento estatístico através do programa SPSS 17.0 (Statistical Package for Social Sciences). Dos utentes inquiridos, 33,9% possuem HTA, sendo a média de idades de 62,9 anos. No que diz respeito ao conhecimento dos utentes sobre a doença, verificou-se que este é satisfatório em cinco das oito questões propostas. Nos indivíduos medicados, apenas 50,4% aderiram ao tratamento, sendo o esquecimento a principal justificação para a não adesão. A taxa de prevalência da HTA obtida nesta investigação poderá ser explicada pela idade avançada da maioria dos respondentes. Os utentes em geral possuem conhecimentos satisfatórios acerca da HTA, o que poderá ser resultado do esforço das equipas de saúde. Os resultados da adesão ao tratamento, embora preocupantes, assemelham-se aos obtidos por outros investigadores.
Erosão hídrica dos solos – fator de desertificação física e humana
Authors: Canatário Duarte António , Pissarra Cavaleiro Victor , Leite Ana Paula
Published: July 2024

A erosão hídrica, com a consequente perda de solo, representa um custo para a agricultura já que significa perda de terra produtiva, nutrientes e matéria orgânica, bem como uma degradação ambiental dos recursos hídricos a jusante. Este ciclo de insustentabilidade levará, a prazo, a uma desertificação física dos lugares acompanhada de uma desertificação humana. É indispensável a compreensão do processo, a forma de influência de cada um dos fatores de que depende, para a adoção das medidas mais eficazes na sua prevenção. Este estudo decorre numa pequena bacia hidrográfica (190 ha), localizada no concelho de Idanha-a-Nova, onde foi instalado um dispositivo experimental adequado. A aleatoriedade do clima mediterrânico pode determinar anos com volumes de precipitação mais elevados a que correspondem maior número de eventos erosivos, e anos mais secos com a ocorrência de menor número de eventos erosivos, mas com potencial erosivo ampliado em alguns. Nesta análise de resultados concluímos sobre o enorme efeito protetor da vegetação ao compararmos a concentração de sedimentos no escoamento em dois eventos erosivos, correspondentes a condições de revestimento da bacia bastante diferentes. O escoamento superficial será mais ou menos potenciado, dependendo como se manifestam outros fatores que influenciam o processo erosivo, concretamente, a vegetação, o solo, a topografia do terreno, e as práticas culturais dos agricultores.
O privado e o público numa sociedade mediática
Authors: Reis Carlos
Published: July 2024

Neste artigo discutimos a definição do espaço público e privado nas sociedades em que a mediatização é muito forte. Por um lado, assistimos à erosão e invasão do espaço privado, propiciada pelas virtualidades da grande panóplia de meios de comunicação disponíveis. Por outro, verifica-se também uma invasão do espaço público, que vai perdendo dignidade e funcionalidades. Mas, por paradoxal que pareça, a sociedade mediática está a motivar, em paralelo, uma retração no espaço privado. Estas alterações funcionais dos espaços, público e privado, desafiam-nos a ponderar os prós e os contra de cada mutação e a procurar perspetivar o que melhor servirá os nossos valores de democracia e cidadania, bem como o indispensável equilíbrio entre os interesses individuais com os coletivos. Mas, em particular, levanta-se um repto educacional, que convém enfrentar.
Protection of motherhood and childhood in places of forced detention: topical issues of legal regulation
Authors: Рубцов Д.И. , Виноградова М.О.
Published: July 2024

В статье рассмотрена специфика обеспечения конституционного принципа охраны материнства и детства в условиях деятельности уголовно-исполнительной системы Российской Федерации, выявлены особенности современной нормативно-правовой базы, регламентирующей соответствующие отношения, обозначены существующие проблемы в данной сфере, осуществлена попытка сформулировать некоторые предложения по их минимизации.

he article studies the specifics of ensuring the constitutional principle of protection of motherhood and childhood in the context of the Russian penal system, identifies features of the modern regulatory framework governing the relevant relations, identifies existing problems in this area, and attempts to formulate some proposals to minimize them.
A Comparison of Predictive Modelling Techniques for Reducing Price Volatality in the Malaysia Sector
Authors: Shamsuddin Amiratul , Mohamed Norizan
Published: July 2024

Malaysia is one of the most important contributors in fisheries to the economy, as the country's GDP is rose to 12%. Hence, the fisheries price has always been an issue for Malaysian citizens. Recently, planning and decision-making in fisheries have been tough for the fisherman as they need to bear low prices despite the higher fishing cost. At the same time, the retailer receives higher fisheries prices. Thus, the fisheries prices have risen over time and are subjected to price fluctuation. This study aims to forecast the monthly price behaviour of many main varieties of fisheries that are commonly consumed by Malaysian using the method of ARIMA, MLFFN and hybrid ARIMA-MLFFN. The data used in this study is divided by two which in-sample data of 7 years from January 2010 to December 2018, while out-sample data of 2 years from January 2019 to December 2020 regards with the ex-vessel, wholesale and retail price of the fishery (Longtail tuna, Torpedo scad and Shortfin scad). Forecasts were made for the price of fisheries in the future for the next twelve months. According to the findings of this study, we concluded that all of three model: ARIMA, MLFFN and hybrid ARIMA-MLFFN are comparable models since 96% MAPE of out-sample forecast were less than 10%, which is highly accurate forecast.
Functorial Properties of the Space for Stratifiable Spaces X
Authors: Zhuraev Tursunboy , Salleh Zabidin , Nurillaev Muzaffar
Published: July 2024

In the category of stratifiable spaces and continuous mappings into itself, we bring one construction  belonging to Coty called test space, which defines a covariant functor in this category. This construction  defines a functor , which allows each stratifiable space  to be immersed in a closed manner into some other space  which is a stratifiable space with "Good" functorial, geometric and topological properties. It is shown that the functor  is a normal, open and monadic functor in this category  of stratifiable spaces and continuous mappings into itself. And also it is studied the dimensional properties of the space  for the stratifiable space , defined for each  subfunctor  of the functor  for which the dimension  satisfies the inequality: .
BLACK AMUR (MYLOPHARYNGODON PICEUS), A NEW ALIEN FISH SPECIES IN SERBIA, INVASIVENESS AND A POTENTIAL PROBLEMS
Authors:   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia, Bajić Aleksandar , Pankov Nemanja ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia, Pogrmić Sonja ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia, Mijić Oljačić Ivana ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia, Kostić Desanka ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia, Njenjić Zoran ,   JVP „Vode Vojvodine“, Srbija, Miljanović Branko ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia
Published: July 2024

Although the ichthyofauna of Serbia consists of over 100 species of fish, 32 of them are recognized as allochthonous species. Allochthonous and invasive species pose a significant problem for the native fish fauna and entire ecosystems. The black amur was first recorded in Serbia in 2022 in the Danube within the Đerdap National Park, and in 2023, the find was confirmed over 300 km upstream, in the Danube near Gložan (1280 rkm). The cultivation of black amur in the countries of the region, combined with its invasive potential and a wide range of potential habitats in the Danube basin, create a high risk of invasion of this species
KONTEKSTUALISASI TEOLOGI KEADILAN DALAM POLIGAMI
Authors: Kaprawi  , Kasjim Salenda  , Rahmatiah
Published: July 2024

Kajian ini membahas teologi keadilan dalam hukum Islam terkait poligami. Teologi keadilan mengacu pada keadilan berdasarkan nalar agama, di mana keadilan dianggap mutlak dan secara moral mengikat. Orang beriman diperingatkan agar tidak membiarkan kebencian mengganggu keadilan, karena keadilan dekat dengan ketakwaan dan kebenaran. Dalam hukum Islam, keadilan berarti tidak memihak, kesesuaian, keseimbangan, dan penghargaan terhadap hak individu. Masalah utama yang dibahas adalah kontekstualisasi teologi keadilan dalam hukum poligami. Tujuan kajian ini adalah menjelaskan secara utuh kontekstualisasi tersebut. Metodologi yang digunakan adalah penelitian pustaka dengan pendekatan deskriptif dan teknik dokumenter, menganalisis data kualitatif dari buku, literatur, artikel, dan jurnal. Data diuraikan, dikelompokkan, dan dianalisis secara kritis untuk mendapatkan kesimpulan konkret.
ANALISIS PENGAPLIKASIAN MEDIA TEKHNOLOGI PADA APLIKASI MUSLIM PRO VERSI 14.6.1 DALAM MENENTUKAN ARAH KIBLAT
Authors: Adiansyah Ilham
Published: July 2024

Kiblat merupakan bagian terpenting bagi umat Islam dalam melaksanakan shalat fardur maupun sunnah. Semua umat Islam yang melaksanakan shalat harus menghadap ke arah kiblat. Setiap umat Islam hendaknya mengetahui pedoman untuk mengetahui arah kiblat.Dengan begitu, misalnya Anda sedang dalam perjalanan jauh dan tidak memiliki petunjuk kiblat, Anda bisa menggunakan pedoman arah kiblat untuk mengetahui arah kiblat saat shalat memutuskan. Akan tetapi kadang untuk menentukan arah kiblat jika sedang bepergian jauh, maka tidak mudah mengetahui arah kiblat, untuk itu peneliti mengambil jduul ini supaya mengkaji lebih dalam bagaimana cara memudahkan untuk mengetahui arah kiblat melalui aplikasi Muslim Pro Versi 14.6.1. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah Library research atau kepustakaan, dalam penelitian ini peneliti mencari data melalui jurnal-jurnal terdahulu yang berkaitan dengan judul penelitian yaitu “Analisis Pengaplikasian Media Tekhnologi Pada Aplikasi Muslim Pro Versi 14.6.1 Dalam Menentukan Arah Kiblat”, Mencari dari karya-karya ilmiah, artikel, buku dll. Untuk jenis penelitiannya adalah kualitatit. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian bahwa Pengaplikasian Media Tekhnologi Pada Aplikasi Muslim Pro Versi 14.6.1 Dalam Menentukan Arah Kiblat adalah aplikasi yang sangat membantu dan sangat berguna dalam kehidupan sehari-hari, dan setelah di analisis pengaplikasiannya sangat mudah, akan tetapi berguna dan sangat bisa di manfaatkan, dan juga untuk rating pada aplikasi ini sangat bagus. Aplikasi ini menunjukkan bahwa 150 juta pemakaian aplikasi, 1,5 juta yang memberi ulasan. Intinya aplikasi ini bagus,dan sangat membantu masyarakat.
Carcass Characteristics, Meat Antioxidative State, and Gut Microbiota of Broilers Fed With a Mixture of Bitter Melon and Basil Leaves Powder
Authors: Oloruntola Olugbenga David , Ayodele Simeon Olugbenga , Adeyeye Samuel Adebowale , Oloruntola Deborah Adebukola , Ayodele Ojurereoluwa Adebimpe , Adeniji Olufemi Emmanuel , Oladebeye Fehintola Stellamaris
Published: July 2024

The impact of a mixture of bitter melon leaf and basil leaf powder (BBLPB) on the carcass characteristics, meat antioxidant state, and gut microbiota of broilers was investigated. Three hundred one-day-old Cobb 500 broiler chicks were allocated to five diets: diet 1 (negative control), diet 2 (positive control; 0.1% blend of probiotic, prebiotic, and acidifier (BPPA) supplementation), diets 3 (0.25% BBLPB), 4 (0.5% BBLPB), and 5 (0.75% BBLPB) randomly. The 0.25% BBLPB supplementation improved (P < 0.05) slaughtered weight, dressed weight, dressing %, and growth rate of broilers, while organ weights remained unchanged (P > 0.05). Slaughtered weight recorded in diets 2 and 3 was higher (P
SISTEM PENDUKUNG KEPUTUSAN PEMILIHAN BIBIT PADI BERKUALITAS PADA LAHAN RAWA MENGGUNAKAN METODE DEMATEL DAN MFEP
Authors: Ulya Azizatul , Muliadi Muliadi , Herteno Rudy , Farmadi Andi , Abadi Friska
Published: July 2024

Bidang pertanian merupakan salah satu sektor penting di Indonesia. Sebagian besar masyarakat Indonesia bergantung pada sektor ini sebagai petani padi. Adapun tujuan penelitian ini adalah mengetahui hasil akurasi perankingan alternatif bibit padi pada lahan rawa menggunakan metode metode  Decision Trial Making And Evaluation Laboratory (DEMATEL) dan Multifactor Evaluation Process (MFEP). Data yang sudah dikumpulkan kemudian akan dianalisis untuk mendapatkan atribut apa saja yang akan dimasukkan dalam perancangan sistem untuk metode membobotan dan perankingan menggunakan metode DEMATEL dan MFEP. Hasil pembobotan yang didapatkan dengan metode Dematel yaitu umur tanaman adalah 0,2277, tinggi tanaman adalah 0,1961, anakan produktif tanaman adalah 0,1921, ketahanan terhadap hama adalah 0,1294, ketahanan terhadap penyakit adalah 0,0896 dan ketahanan terhadap genangan air adalah 0,1652. Jika nilai bobot dijumlahkan maka hasilnya sama dengan 1. Kesimpulan bahwa Nilai bobot kriteria menggunakan metode Dematel pada pemilihan bibit padi pada lahan rawa yang terdiri dari 6 kriteria, yaitu umur tanaman adalah 0,2277, tinggi tanaman adalah 0,1961, anakan produktif tanaman adalah 0,1921, ketahanan terhadap hama adalah 0,1294, ketahanan terhadap penyakit adalah 0,0896 dan ketahanan terhadap genangan air adalah 0,1652. Nilai perbandingan hasil pemilihan bibit padi pada lahan rawa menggunakan metode Dematel dan MFEP dengan keputusan pihak Balai Penyuluhan Pertanian (BPP) berdasarkan perhitungan akurasi yang didapatkan dari MAE (Mean Absolute Error) adalah 80,42%.
RANCANG BANGUN PURWARUPA MEKANIK ALAT PEMBERI PAKAN IKAN OTOMATIS
Authors: Tiarto Eko Hari , Mansur Syaiful , Kinasih Ayang
Published: July 2024

Efisiensi pemberian pakan ikan menjadi salah satu faktor dalam memperoleh hasil budidaya ikan yang sesuai harapan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk merancang dan mengembangkan purwarupa alat mekanik pemberi pakan ikan yang nantinya dapat beroperasi secara otomatis menggunakan mikrokontroler Arduino. Purwarupa alat mekanik pemberi pakan ikan ini dirancang untuk melontarkan pakan ikan sesuai dengan kebutuhan, tidak mudah rusak jika terkena cipratan air, dan memiliki bobot yang ringan. Bagaimana mendesain komponen agar menjadi sistem mekanik alat pemberi pakan ikan yang selanjutnya akan dikembangkan sistem otomatisnya merupakan identifikasi masalah dalam penelitian ini. Metode dalam penelitian ini meliputi tahap perancangan dan pembuatan alat. Bahan yang digunakan terdiri dari tabung plastik tempat pakan, motor penggerak, kawat tembaga, dan braket dudukan alat. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa desain mekanik alat pemberian pakan ikan secara otomatis berhasil dirancang dan berfungsi sesuai rencana. Secara keseluruhan, penelitian ini berhasil merancang purwarupa alat pemberi pakan ikan yang nantinya dapat dihubungkan dengan mikrokontroler arduino agar bisa digunakan secara otomatis. Alat ini diharapkan dapat bermanfaat untuk meningkatkan kemudahan dalam pemeliharaan ikan dalam lingkungan akuarium atau kolam peternakan ikan khususnya. Penelitian selanjutnya perlu mengembangkan mekanisme pelontar yang lebih baik untuk memperluas sebaran pakan ikan pada kolam yang lebih luas. Selain itu juga diperlukan kajian mengenai penggunaan sumber listrik seperti baterai dan panel surya sehingga tidak bergantung pada ketersediaan listrik PLN di lingkungan kolam.
MODERASI JENIS KELAMIN DAN USIA PADA PENGARUH CELEBRITY WORSHIP TERHADAP SUBJECTIVE WELL-BEING PENGGEMAR K-POP
Authors: Isril Thalia Lunaadhara , Yulianto Aries
Published: July 2024

Perkembangan budaya Korea semakin tersebar di seluruh dunia, termasuk Indonesia. Salah satu budaya Korea yang paling populer di Indonesia adalah K-Pop. Penggemar K-Pop di Indonesia tersebar pada berbagai kelompok usia, didominasi oleh remaja dan dewasa awal, serta didominasi oleh jenis kelamin perempuan. Sejauh mana penggemar melakukan aktivitas mengagumi selebriti K-Pop favoritnya menentukan bagaimana subjective well-being yang dialaminya. Hasil penelitian-penelitian sebelumnya ditemukan hasil yang tidak konsisten bagaimana pengaruh celebrity worship terhadap subjective well-being. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh celebrity worship terhadap subjective well-being pada penggemar K-Pop. Penelitian ini juga mengenai peran jenis kelamin dan usia dalam memoderasi pengaruh celebrity worship terhadap subjective well-being pada penggemar K-Pop. Jumlah partisipan penelitian ini adalah sebanyak lima ratus tiga belas penggemar K-Pop berjenis kelamin perempuan dan laki-laki yang berusia remaja hingga dewasa awal. Untuk mengukur subjective well-being, digunakan alat ukur Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) dan Scale of Positive and Negative Experience (SPANE). Sedangkan, untuk mengukur celebrity worship digunakan alat ukur Celebrity Attitude Scale (CAS). Peneliti menggunakan uji regresi linear untuk mengetahui pengaruh celebrity worship terhadap subjective well-being, serta moderasi dari jenis kelamin dan usia. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa celebrity worship berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap subjective well-being pada penggemar K-Pop. Selain itu, ditemukan bahwa jenis kelamin tidak memoderasi pengaruh celebrity worship terhadap subjective well-being pada penggemar K-Pop. Berbeda dengan jenis kelamin, usia memoderasi pengaruh celebrity worship terhadap subjective well-being pada penggemar K-Pop. Pada dewasa awal, celebrity worship berpengaruh positif terhadap subjective well-being, sedangkan hal ini tidak terjadi pada remaja.
PADANGBULIA PEOPLE'S RESISTANCE TO PUBLIC POLICY NUMBER 10 OF 1951 CONCERNING THE ABOLITION OF THE MANAK SALAH TRADITION
Authors: Suraya Rahmat Sewa , Rustiani Komang Wahyu , Suardika I Ketut
Published: July 2024

In Bali, the birth of "kembar buncing," or mixed-gender twins, is often associated with negative connotations. Specifically, in Padangbulia, such births are traditionally accompanied by a ritual that includes the exile of the infants to a location deemed haunted by the local community. This practice of exile is a violation of human rights, leading to the issuance of Paswaran Number 10 of 1951, which mandates the abolition of the "Manak Salah" tradition. However, despite this regulation, the Padangbulia community continues to uphold the tradition. This study aims to explore the processes and forms of resistance by the Padangbulia community against the mandated abolition. The research adopts a qualitative descriptive approach, utilizing cultural semiotics and resistance theory to understand the community's actions. Data collection involved snowball sampling to select informants, supported by participant observation, interviews, and document analysis. Findings reveal that the "kembar buncing" tradition in Padangbulia involves several stages, including preparation, exile, and purification. The resistance to abolishing the tradition manifests both openly and covertly, highlighting the community's deep-seated cultural values and the complex dynamics between tradition and regulatory enforcement. This study sheds light on the persistence of traditional practices despite external pressures and the role of cultural resistance in maintaining local customs.
Improving the effectiveness of cervical cancer screening: Managing positive high-risk human papillomavirus results
Authors: Tay Sun Kuie
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Good compliance of the management of abnormal results is important for effective cervical screening. This study investigated the rate of surveillance and follow-up outcomes for human papillomavirus (HPV)-positive women in cervical screening.

Method: Women on surveillance by repeat HPV testing were identified in a prospectively managed database. Data retrieved included women’s age, country residence status, history of colposcopy, HPV-DNA status on the first and repeat tests, dates of follow-up during the 5 years since the initial screening, and histological diagnosis of cervical lesions. The main outcome measures were compliance rate for repeat HPV testing, regression and persistence rates of HPV subtypes, and detection rate of high-grade lesions (CIN2+).

Results: This analysis included 680 residents in the community, mean age 44.8 (95% confidence interval 20.1–69.5) years. The compliance rate of repeat testing was 28.2% at 12 months and, cumulatively, 42.8% for the entire 5-year follow-up period. The rates were unaffected by age (P=0.5829) nor prior colposcopy (P=0.1607). There were 5 (1.7%) cases of CIN2+ detected. Of 391 women on longitudinal follow-up, 194 (60.8%) cleared their HPV infection. Some women with multiple HPV infection cleared 1 but not the other subtype(s). Thus, the regression rate was 90.3% for HPV-16, 87.0% for HPV-18 and 65.2% for HPV-12-others (P=0.0001). The annualised HPV regression rates were similar for HPV subtypes and for each follow-up year.

Conclusion: Surveillance of HPV positivity is clinically important for detecting high-grade lesions. Despite a high regression rate of HPV, surveillance hesitancy is a serious weakness in routine cervical screening.
Evaluating the effectiveness of cervical cancer screening and prevention in Singapore
Authors: Chin Felicia Hui Xian
Published: July 2024

Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women globally, with approximately 660,000 new cases and 350,000 deaths reported in 2022.1 In Singapore, it ranks as the 11th most common cancer among women and the 5th most frequent cancer among young women aged 15–44 years, with 309 new cases and 172 deaths reported in 2023.2 Worldwide, the highest incidence and mortality rates are observed in low- and middle-income countries, such as those in Africa, Melanesia and Southeast Asia, while the lowest rates are found in Western Asia, Australia-New Zealand and North America.1
Determining and Mapping Biomass Energy Potential from Agricultural Residues in Syria
Authors: Ghanem Laith , Gürdil Gürkan A. K. , Omer Salih Eissa Mohamedeltayib , Demirel Bahadır
Published: July 2024

Syria faces a problem of restricted access to fossil fuels due to limited resources. In this paper, the potential of biomass and the energy value produced from agricultural residues for 32 agricultural crops has been studied. Data from the Syrian Ministry of Agriculture for the year 2016 were utilized to determine the total annual potential of field and orchard agricultural residues using the residue-to-product ratio. The study also examined the distribution of regions with the highest production of agricultural waste in the country. The research found that approximately 1.93 million tons of agricultural residues were produced, with 0.698 and 1.213 million tons for field and orchard crops, respectively. The most significant agricultural residues came from olive trees, wheat plants, and orange trees, accounting for 35%, 11%, and 10%, respectively. The possible heat value from field and orchard crops was 23972 and 44932 Btu, respectively. This quantity provides 17.6% of Syria's energy consumption. The provinces with the highest production of agricultural residues were Aleppo, Lattakia, and Tartus, with values of 12.35, 11.8, and 8.04 PJ, respectively. According to the study, agricultural residues in Syria have the potential to be a sustainable source for biomass.
Myogenic Regulator Genes Responsible For Muscle Development in Farm Animals
Authors: Iwuchukwu Godswill Arinzechukwu , Gökçek Dilek , Özdemir Zeynep
Published: July 2024

Breeding farm animals, especially poultry, helps meet global meat demand and boosts meat production efficiency. To meet high-quality meat demand, muscle growth and development must improve. Fetal skeletal muscle formation involves myogenesis, fibrogenesis, and adipogenesis. Kinase-encoding genes and myogenic regulatory factor genes regulate a complex network of intrinsic and extrinsic components in two or three stages. MYF5, MYOD, myogenin, and MRF4 are helix-loop-helix transcription factors that govern skeletal muscle cell specification and differentiation throughout embryogenesis and postnatal myogenesis. The transcription factors MYF5, MYOD, Myogenin, and MRF4 have been discovered to determine the skeletal muscle lineage and regulate myogenic differentiation during development. These factors also determine the muscle satellite cell lineage that becomes the adult skeletal muscle stem cell compartment. MYF5, MYOD, Myogenin, and MRF4 serve small functions in adult muscle, but they again direct satellite cell activity to regenerate skeletal muscle, linking genetic regulation of development and regeneration myogenesis. Understanding and identifying these genes helps increase meat yield and quality. This detailed review examines myogenic regulatory variables in satellite cell specification, maturation, and skeletal muscle regeneration.
A Generational Perspective of the Determinants of Work-Life Balance of Secondary School Teachers in Gingoog City Division: Basis for a Teacher Wellness Initiative
Authors: Bayucot Hilrem L. , Grana Levita B.
Published: July 2024

The education sector is increasingly recognizing the significance of teachers' well-being and the impact of a healthy work-life balance on organizational success. This study focused on identifying factors influencing the quality of Work-Life Balance (WLB) among secondary school teachers in 14 schools in Gingoog City Division. The research employed a sequential explanatory mixed-method approach, gathering both numerical and qualitative data from 283 teachers. The results indicated that millennial educators reported the highest satisfaction, tested at 0.05 level, with their WLB, followed by Generation X, Gen Z, and Boomer teachers. The study identified six key factors influencing WLB, with career progression emerging as a common predictor across all generations. Additionally, financial condition was a significant factor for boomers, autonomy and financial condition for Generation X teachers, financial condition and technological literacy for millennial teachers, and technological literacy, social support, and autonomy for Gen Z teachers. The research also unveiled facilitating factors such as work-life balance principles, workload management strategies, preferences for school support systems, and self-care practices. Conversely, hindering factors included workload pressures and time management challenges, difficulties in the work environment, and frustrations related to DepEd policies. Based on these findings, a Teachers Wellness Program is proposed to be incorporated in the Enhanced School Improvement Plan (ESIP) to promote the WLB of teachers across different generational cohorts.
Influence of Self-Efficacy and Perceived Valuableness in Research on the Research Engagement Among Librarians with Master’s Degree
Authors: Cadiog Liezl L.
Published: July 2024

The study determined the influence of self-efficacy and perceived valuableness in research on the research engagement among librarians with Master’s Degree. A mixed-method research design was used. The instruments used in the study were adapted from Büyükoztürk, Brennan et al, and Serna. Participants consisted of 64 MLIS graduates from the Northern Mindanao and Caraga Region. Descriptive statistics and regression analysis were used to organize the data. Findings revealed that their efficacy in research was high; their perception of the valuableness of research was also high. Moreover, they were highly engaged in research behaviorally. Self-efficacy and their perception of the valuableness of research significantly influenced their behavioral research engagement. They admitted that their difficulties in research were related to data analysis and interpretation, review of related literature, introduction, conceptualization, theoretical framework, and research methods. In conclusion, self-efficacy and perceived valuableness in research in relation to research engagement will remain vital in today's librarianship due to the increased demand for services, developments, innovations, and technological advances.
Development of Electronic Health Record System Functionality through the Creation of a Central Surgery Module
Authors: Rahman Dary ,   Department of Informatics Engineering, Faculty of Science and Technology, UIN Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, Indonesia, Darmizal Teddie , Affandes Muhammad , Pizaini Pizaini ,   Department of Informatics Engineering, Faculty of Science and Technology, UIN Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, Indonesia,   Department of Informatics Engineering, Faculty of Science and Technology, UIN Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, Indonesia,   Department of Informatics Engineering, Faculty of Science and Technology, UIN Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, Indonesia
Published: July 2024

With the advancement of health technology, the use of Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems has become crucial in improving the efficiency and quality of services in various hospital units. However, the adoption of EHR systems is still uneven, especially in developing countries, including Indonesia. At the Pekanbaru Military Hospital, several departments have successfully implemented EHR systems, but the surgical department still uses a paper-based system for medical record keeping. Challenges faced include a lack of infrastructure and technical support. Therefore, the development of a central surgery module within the EHR system at Pekanbaru Military Hospital is necessary to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of medical record-keeping. This study aims to enhance the functionality of the EHR system in managing medical records in the surgical department by developing a central surgery module at the Pekanbaru Military Hospital. The software development methodology used in this study is the Agile model, which includes user requirements analysis, data collection, system implementation, as well as evaluation and validation. The Central Surgery Module that has been developed includes various features such as patient registration for surgery, recording of pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative patient data, surgical reports, and integration with laboratory and radiology systems. Through testing conducted using the black box testing technique, the results showed that 93.48% of the system functionality worked well, and using the User Acceptance Testing technique, it was found that 92.5% of the system functionality was acceptable to users.