bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Gender-Based Variation in The Academic Performance of Medical Students: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Bhatti Urooj , Chohan Muhammad Nadeem , Effendi Sadia , Khidri Feriha Fatima , Ahmadani Rubina , Ghaffar Beenish
Published: July 2023

Objective: To determine the gender-based variation in the academic performance of medical students. Methodology: This cross-sectional was carried out from January to February 2023. The students were taught two Physiology and two anatomy lectures, then after a month, the theory BCQs test of a total of 150 marks and viva-voce and OSPE of 150 marks (Total 300 marks) from the same taught topics, was conducted. The gender-based difference in the grade of students was tested using the Chi-Square test. Data analysis was done using IBM SPSS version 23.0.  Results: Among (n=290) students, 117(40.34%) were male students while 173(56.66%) were the female students. Among the 117 male students, the mean±sd of total marks was 164.8 ±38.67 out of a total of 300 marks, while among the 173 female students, the mean±sd of total marks was 181.50±30.90 out of a total of 300 marks. There was a statistically significant difference in the score of students based on gender (p<0.01). Conclusion: According to this study's findings, there was notable gender discrepancies among undergraduates and female students performed much better academically than male students, as indicated by the cumulative grade point average they earned at the university. There was a statistically significant difference in the score of students based on gender (p<0.01).
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ONLINE BUSINESS STRATEGY ANALYSIS THROUGH TIKTOK SHOP DIGITAL NETWORK PLATFORM MARKETPLACE
Authors: Nst Asrindah , Khairat Aldi Fasta Bhiqul
Published: July 2023

ABSTRACT Digital marketing also facilitates communication between producers, marketers and consumers or buyers in sales activities. The phenomenon of online shopping has become something that continues to be discussed to this day. One of the app providers of online shopping features is stickers. TikTok has an interesting feature that the business shop can benefit from the use of tikTok. The research discusses how online sales can be applied on touch platforms, knowing strategies and knowing promotions that can be used. The research uses a qualitative method with a phenomenological research design to analyze the meaning of the social media platform TikTok as an online business marketing strategy. TikTok has interesting features and a comprehensive database. In addition to the increasing popularity of TikTok applications, there is a possibility that can benefit from the use of tikTok. TikTok’s objectives in the corporate world are shifting from entertainment media platforms to tools for business strategy. Tiktok has many advantages and promotional features that are very profitable to sellers and consumers, such as affiliate tags and some profitable strategies that can facilitate promotions such as trend hashtags and view ads.Keywords: Affiliation, Market Place, Tiktok Shop
Experimental Replication of a Granulated Gold Bead from an Ancient Tomb at Bat, Oman
Authors: Loepp David , Maass Alexander
Published: July 2023

During excavation of a tomb at Bat, Oman, an unusual gold bead entirely composed of 96 granules was discovered. The bead comes  from an unstratified context in the bottom of the fill of the tomb, which means that it could date anywhere during the use-life of the  tomb between the 3rd and 1st Millennium BC. The technical problems surrounding the manufacture of this bead are discussed and an  experimental approach is used to explore a possible method of fabrication. The results of the experiments show that a combination of  autogenous welding and brazing with copper salts to construct and join the individual units of the bead was successful to produce a  visual replica of the bead. The method of bead construction based on the serial production of units and sub-units also has implications on the practice and organization of goldsmithing during this era.
Chert for the Masses… Mining Archaeology in Wadi el-Sheikh. A Preliminary Report
Authors: Klaunzer Michael , Mustar Felix , Köhler E. Christiana
Published: July 2023

The chert mines of Wadi el-Sheikh in Middle-Egypt have been well known for over 100 years now; however, archaeological research on this important raw material source is still lacking. In 2014 and 2015 the Vienna Middle Egypt Project of the University of Vienna in  cooperation with the University of Virginia and the Deutsches Bergbau-Museum Bochum conducted surveys and archaeological  excavations in Wadi el-Sheikh. In this article new results concerning chert mining, mining technology and the organization of labor in  this desert valley are described.
Economic Geology, Mining Archaeological and Archaeometric Investigations at the Veshnaveh Ancient Copper Mine, Central Iran
Authors: Nezafati Nima , Stöllner Thomas
Published: July 2023

The Veshnaveh ancient copper mine is located in the middle of the Orumieh-Dokhtar volcanic belt in north central Iran and is hosted  by middle-upper Eocene volcanic and sedimentary rocks. The focus of this paper is the investigation of ore and rock samples from Veshnaveh using diverse geochemical and mineralogical methods including ore microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry and lead isotope analysis in order to better understand the nature of mineralization. The results were then compared with the results from the ancient metallurgical relics from some key sites in central Iran including Tappeh Sialk, Arismān, Tappeh Sarm and Jamkarān. The results show the Veshnaveh deposit is a Manto type mineralization whose ore has been possibly used from the Middle Bronze Age until the early Iron Age by surrounding communities.
Cleanliness is Next to Holiness: Personal Hygiene Practices among Child Bearing Mothers in Ekiti State, Nigeria
Authors:   1Department of Community Medicine, Afe Babalola University (ABUAD), Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria., Babalola Serifat Asabi , Ajewole Ifedayo Charles ,   Department of Community Medicine, Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH), Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria.
Published: July 2023

Safe motherhood can be defined as efforts towards protecting and promoting the healthy life of the women and that of the babies through pre – conception, antenatal, intrapartum and postpartum care. It ensures perfect quality of life for women of reproductive age group through medical and non- medical services. The study is a cross sectional, descriptive study carried out among One hundred and eighty (180) mothers in selected communities. Selection was done using simple random sampling technique in the three senatorial districts in Ekiti State. Ethical certificate of clearance and informed consents were obtained for the study. Data were collected using structured questionnaire and analyzed with SPSS version 20 The study shows that safe motherhood knowledge was adequate(77.9) among the respondents. This is really expected because majority (77.2% ) of the mothers are well educated. The study shows that majority (92.5%) has good personal hygiene practice. Safe motherhood services must always be accessible in all health care institution to sustain and improve on the knowledge level and good hygiene practices.
The Burden and Risk Factors of Reproductive Tract Infections among Married Women Aged 15-49 Years in Urban Slum of Agra Uttar Pradesh
Authors: Yadav Aradhana , Chaudhary Shailendra S , Nagargoje Manisha M
Published: July 2023

Introduction: In developing countries, reproductive tract infection among women commonly goes undiagnosed and their sequel causes various complications.
Objectives: To find out the prevalence of RTI/STI through a syndromic case approach and its correlates among women of reproductive age group.
Material and Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study was carried out among 500 eligible married women residing in urban slums of Agra by using WHO Syndromic case approch for diagnosis of RTIs/STIs.
Results: The overall prevalence of RTI/STD was found to be 32.80% where vaginal discharge (22.60%) and lower abdominal pain (8.20%) were the most common syndromes. On multivariate analysis, religion, caste, type of absorbent used during menses, and history of IUD use were found to be significantly significant.
Conclusion: The result of this study highlights the high prevalence and potential risk factors that contribute to the occurrence of RTI. It also emphasizes the need of training and education session of the participants to identify the early symptoms of RTI.
Prevalence and Determinants of Long COVID among the COVID-19 Survivors: A Cross-sectional Study from A Rural Area of Maharashtra
Authors: Jogdand Mohini Sopanrao , Bhondwe Meghraj Ranchandra , Jogdand Keerti Sopanrao , Yerpude Pravin Nathuji , Tathe Ganesh Rameshrao , Wadiyar Shweta Subhashrao
Published: July 2023

Background: Most patients infected with the COVID-19 virus may experience long-term effects from COVID-19 infection, known as post-COVID or long COVID conditions. Long COVID may last for weeks, months or years and may limit ones day to day activities and needs health care.
Aim & Objective: To study the prevalence and risk factors of long COVID among the COVID-19 survivors of a rural area of Maharashtra.
Methods and Material: A Community-based cross-sectional study was conducted in adult subjects residing in Chanai village from Maharashtra who have had a history of COVID-19 and have passed more than 3 months since the diagnosis from May 2022 to June 2022. The interview of the study participants was conducted with the help of a pre-designed, semi-structured questionnaire for data collection.
Statistical Analysis: Data was analyzed using Microsoft Excel 2010, Open EPI-Info version 3.01 updated on 2013/04/06. Data was presented in tables, graphical format, frequencies and percentages and the statistical association was shown using the chi- square test.
Results: The majority of participants were males (59%), from 19 to 39 years of age group (57%), having fever as presenting symptom (83%), with mild COVID (13%), and required hospitalization (53%). Long COVID was associated with the elderly age group, male sex (27.1%), severe COVID presentation (88.2%) after 12 weeks, and those required intubation (80%).
Conclusion: The prevalence of long COVID was 17.5%. Determinants associated with long COVID were the elderly age group, male sex, severe COVID presentation and who required intubation.
Hyperacute Liver Failure with Multi-organ Dysfunction Syndrome (MODS) by Leptospirosis: A Case Report
Authors: Tripathi Nilay , Rajpal Naresh , Jain Gaurav , Katiyar Prashant
Published: July 2023

Introduction: Leptospirosis may have multi-organ involvement in its severe form with potentially life-threatening consequences. However, acute fulminant hepatic failure is very uncommonly reported. A case study is presented here with fulminant hepatic failure and a diagnostic dilemma for etiology.Case history: A 40-year-old man with no significant medical history presented with fever, muscle pain, weakness, and pain in the upper abdomen. On clinical work, he has developed multi-organ hepatic, respiratory, and renal failure. A timely workup was done, but due to the rapid progression of the disease, the patient succumbed to the disease in the intensive care unit by the time his report for positive leptospirosis test arrived.Conclusion: Leptospirosis must be considered as an important differential diagnosis of acute liver failure patients. An early suspicion for leptospirosis in patients with fulminant hepatic failure and multi-organ failure in India particularly in the rainy season is warranted owing to its high mortality rate.
Percutaneous Fixation with Screws in Fractures of the Pelvic and Acetabulum
Authors:   Head of Service of the Hip, Pelvic and Acetabulum, Traumatology Hospital, UMAE “Dr. Victorio de la Fuente Narváez, IMSS Mexico, Leone Nieto Lucio , Sindy Camacho González ,   Associate Physician of Service to the Hip, Pelvic and Acetabulum, Traumatology Hospital, UMAE “Dr. Victorio de la Fuente Narváez, IMSS Mexico, Alejandro Zarate Ayup Zamir ,   Fellowship Hip, Pelvic and Acetabulum Surgery, Traumatology Hospital, UMAE “Dr. Victorio de la Fuente Narváez, IMSS Mexico
Published: July 2023

Background: Percutaneous fixation offers advantages over open reduction in fractures of the pelvis and acetabulum. The aim of this study is to describe the safety of percutaneous screw surgery in patients with pelvic and acetabulum fractures. Methods: An observational, retrospective, longitudinal and descriptive study was performed. The records of adult patients with pelvic and acetabulum fractures with less than 3mm displacement, who underwent percutaneous surgery from 2009 to 2018 were reviewed. The mechanism of injury, associated injuries, type of fracture, days of in-hospital stay, in-hospital death, trans-surgical or post-surgical complications and degree of bone healing were studied. Results: 531 patients were recorded, 454 met the inclusion criteria. The average age was 41.7, the mechanism of high energy injury had a higher prevalence, 52% of patients had some associated injury, the most frequent being fractures in pelvic limbs. The most common fracture was type AO61B2 fracture at 38.1%. The average in-hospital stay was 10.7 days. 15 patients (3.3%) had some complication, the main one being mal positioning of the osteosynthesis material. Two patients died in-hospital due to associated injuries. 100% of the patients presented bone consolidation grade 3-4 in the Montoya classification. Conclusions: Percutaneous surgery in pelvis and acetabulum fractures is a safe surgical procedure, since it is associated with low in-hospital mortality, has a low percentage of complications, decreases in-hospital stay and has a high rate of bone consolidation. It is a procedure that requires special training and a long learning curve.
Revisiting changing climatic conditions in the North Ossetia mountainous zone and their impact on erosion processes
Authors: Kuchiev S. E. , Khetagurov Kh. M.
Published: July 2023

Currently, there are many scientific publications concerning changes in climatic conditions of individual regions, countries, continents and the entire earth as a planet. This fact has led us to consider these changes regarding their impact on the development of erosion processes in mountain conditions. The basis was the research presented in S.E Kuchiev’s PhD thesis of 1996-1998, as well as the verification of hypotheses put forward in the research on the development of erosion processes. The above mentioned required the continuation of research in the second period from 2008 to 2013. On average, 605 mm fell during the years of research, 478 mm in the first period 1996-1998, 668 mm in the second 2008-2013, and from 2 to 8 rains with an intensity of more than 20 mm fell in different years.

The correlation analysis shows that with the increase in precipitation observed in recent years, there is a correlation with the amount of heavy rainfall. During the period under review, there were 27 to 48 rains with an intensity above 5 mm. In 2009 heavy rainfall was characterized mainly by an intensity of 20 to 40 mm per day, but in August 2009 and 2010, 71 and 73 mm each fell. The peak of heavy rains was noted in 2012, when in June it rained two days in a row with an intensity of 121 and 101 mm.

The indicator of surface runoff has significantly increased, both in the control variant (pure steam) and in rotation crops, which can be arranged in ascending order of their erosion resistance: row crops, cereals of the continuous sowing method and perennial grasses. The research was carried out at the mountain long-term station of the SCNII–GPSH – a branch of the VNC RAS in the village of Dargavs.
Urgensi Guru BK Individual di Sekolah Dalam Meningkatkan Percaya Diri Siswa di MAN 1 Medan
Authors: Rahmadana Wulandari , Lubis Wahyu Gunawan , Srinurdayang Srinurdayang , Kamal Arsyad , Saragi Muhammad Putra Dinata
Published: July 2023

Confidence is one of the things that is important for every individual, especially for students at school. Students who lack confidence will find it difficult to adapt to the existing environment at school. Therefore it is necessary to have follow-up from the school, namely by carrying out Guidance and Counseling teacher counseling services. This research is a type of qualitative research with a descriptive approach. Where the purpose of this research is to find out how the role of the counseling teacher plays in dealing with students who lack self-confidence. The subject of this research involves one of the counseling teachers. Data collection techniques used observation, interviews, sound recordings and documentation. From this study it was found that the method used was the face to face method, namely the individual technique of the counseling teacher directly calling the students concerned to come to the counseling room. By providing individual counseling so that students are more courageous in showing their abilities in front of their friends, and are not awkward in interacting with other Pongo pygmaeus. Basically a lack of self-confidence harms students not only through associating with a low rule attitude, but through students considering their choices in a different way. Lack of self-confidence may require attention to help ensure that students' future choices are not unnecessarily limited.

Keywords: Confidence; Individual Counseling; Student
Nikah Siri Perspektif Islam dan Kristen:
Authors: Herman⁴ Nurwinda , Pardede Hasrima Dinda , Fitriani Fitriani
Published: July 2023

Marriage is a sacred and noble contract between a man and a woman as legal husband and wife with the aim of achieving a sakinah, mawaddah wa rahmah family, full of wisdom and mutual support. Islam advocates for marriage. Because it has a good influence on the perpetrators themselves, society and all mankind. Lately, the phenomenon of unregistered marriage has given an interesting impression. First, unregistered marriage seems to have really become a trend that is not only practiced by the general public, but also practiced by community figures who so far are often referred to by the terms kyai, dai, ustad, cleric, or other terms that mark a person's ability to study religion. (Islam). Second, unregistered marriage is often placed as an option when someone wants to be polygamous for a number of reasons.

Keywords: Siri Marriage, Islamic Perspective, Christian Perspective
Pernikahan Usia Dini Menurut Interpretasi Ayat Al-Qur’an
Authors: Matondang Husnel Anwar , Suib Muhammad , Ahbaroni Muhammad Dipa , Irwana Arini Suci , Siregar Muhajiroh Alya
Published: July 2023

Early marriage is a common problem in every family. Given that the child is the successor and hope in the future. In fact, early marriage is increasingly happening, this is evidenced by the movement of Aisah Wedding's. There are several factors that cause many early marriages, among others; First, religious understanding that is not oriented to the best interests of the child. Second, cultural factors and traditions of the community that should not reject the application. Third, lifestyle. Fourth, poverty. Fifth, legal controversy. With the demikia of early marriage is not a solution to the problem that is happening, it is necessary to prepare the maturity of the child both theologically, physically and mentally.

Keywords: Interpretation of Verse, Early Marriage.
Konsep Kafa’ah Dalam Hukum Islam \dan Urgensinya terhadap Keutuhan Rumah Tangga Sakinah Menurut Pandangan Wahbah Az-Zuhaili
Authors: Anas Sahrun , Sutisna Sutisna , Hambari Hambari
Published: July 2023

Kafaah in marriage is one of the factors that encourage the creation of happiness and more guarantees women's safety from husband and wife failure and more guarantees women's safety from failure or household turmoil. Based on the research results, first Jumhur ulama' explained that the concept of kafa'ah is not evaluated in terms of religion alone, but in Islamic Law, kafa'ah is measured from religious matters. The Compilation of Islamic Law (KHI) in determining the kafa'ah of marriage is more judgmental in terms of religion. Prevention of marriage can be done in certain matters that are discussed through KHI Article 60 Paragraph, second, that is prevention of marriage can be done if the prospective husband or prospective wife does not meet the requirements of marriage according to the law and Islamic law, because one of the content of the conditions of marriage is both couples are said to be valid when done in accordance with the laws of their respective religions. Third, the concept of kafa'ah of Wahbah Az-Zuhaili's view is in line with Imam Malik's opinion, which considers equality only in religion and conditions. The meaning of this condition is to be safe from the shame that makes a woman choose a candidate when she wants to get married. Wahbah Az-Zuhaili analyzed it in accordance with daily life in the community, 3) things that can affect the occurrence of harmony in the household, namely between husband and wife having compatibility. Harmony and happiness in a household is determined by the harmony of the couple.

Keywords: Kafa'ah, Islamic Law, Urgency, Household Integrity, Wahbah Az-Zuhaili
Pembagian Harta Waris terhadap Anak Angkat Perspektif Maqāşid Syarī’ah
Authors: Falah Nabilah Falah , Meidina Ahmad Rezy
Published: July 2023

Adopted children cannot return the assets of their adoptive parents and only have rights through a mandatory will, the amount of which cannot be more than 1/3 of the assets left by their adoptive parents as stated in Article 209 paragraph (2) KHI. The fact that happened in the Bobosan sub-district there were 3 (three) cases of inheritance distribution for adopted children who received the entire adoptive parent's inheritance. This paper attempts to explain the distribution of the inheritance of adopted children that occurred in the Bobosan sub-district, Banyumas Regency from the perspective of Maqāşid Syarī'ah. This type of research is field research using an empirical juridical approach. The data source used is from primary data sources in the field by conducting in-depth interviews with the informants studied. The method used in qualitative analysis, namely describing, interpreting and hiding research data. Based on the results of the study, it can be interpreted that the division of inheritance that occurs is the need for Ḍaruriyat adopted children who live dependently living in their parents' house and continue the business of their adoptive parents. So that the family and the surrounding community consider the adopted child to be the full successor of the assets and efforts of the adoptive parents in order to prioritize the benefit of the adopted child.

 Keywords: Inheritance, Adopted Children
Gambaran Trauma yang Dialami Anak Korban Perceraian
Authors: Sinaga M. Harwansyah Putra , Putri Miftahul Hasana , Munte Rohimatun Fadilah , Hasibuan Fitri Hariani
Published: July 2023

This study aims to determine the types of trauma experienced by adolescents due to parental divorce and what children of divorce victims do to overcome the trauma of parental divorce. This research uses a qualitative descriptive approach with a case study type of research. Data collection was carried out by interviews and questionnaires. The data analysis technique used is the Miles and Huberman analysis model, namely data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of this study explain that the impact of divorce on children depends on parents' understanding of children's feelings and the parenting style provided. However, parental divorce greatly impacts the psychology of children who will experience trauma from parental divorce, such as children who will feel lonely over parental separation, fear of building a household relationship, and hatred that comes to one of the parties that causes divorce. In dealing with the trauma experienced by children who are victims of divorce, namely by telling the problems they face to people they trust, and telling the problems, children will feel cared for and feel loved, then by motivating themselves by doing activities that help to overcome the trauma they are experiencing. Because by doing fun activities, you will forget about the problems you are facing and will accept your own situation.

Keywords: Types of Trauma, Overcoming Trauma, Divorce, Trauma
Regulasi Poligami Dalam Pendekatan Maqashid As-Syari’ah
Authors: Rizal Ach Syaifur , Arifin Samsul , Meidina Ahmad Rezy
Published: July 2023

Ach Syaifur Rizal, 

Fakultas Syariah dan Hukum Universitas Islam Negeri Sunan Kalijaga

syaifurrizal926@gmail.com ,

 

ABSTRACT

Islamic Islamic law aims to organize human life better so that every law that is prescribed must have a purpose. Therefore, the existence of marriage law must have a purpose. From several meanings of marriage, marriage has a very noble purpose, namely to form a sakinah mawaddah warahmah family. However, this noble purpose of marriage is widely misunderstood for those who want to practice polygamy. Polygamy is interpreted only as a biological distribution of sex, meaning that it only fulfills sexual needs. Whereas the purpose of polygamy is to maintain and elevate the status of a woman by looking at the large number of women who are not comparable to men. From some people who abuse polygamy, whether they understand the concept of polygamy or not, we are still trying to give them an understanding of the good concept of polygamy so that women are not used as a layer for their desires to channel their biology. We are here to focus on how the concept of polygamy according to classical and contemporary ulama', where the results of their thoughts are implied in the form of a law known as the marriage law in Indonesia. And to increase the data, we use quantitative data here by comparing the thoughts between classical scholars and contemporary scholars about the concept of polygamy. in the concept of polygamy which delivers to families who are sakinah mawaddah warhamah.

Keywords : Marriage, Polygamy and Maqashid As-Shari'ah
Analisis Dampak Covid-19 pada Volume Transaksi Saham dan Harga Saham:
Authors: Agustina Nelsi , Perangin-angin1 Sisca Junianti Br , Ahmad Nst Rivaldi , Batubara Maryam
Published: July 2023

The reason for this study was to decide the effect of Coronavirus on stock exchange volume and stock costs. The object of this exploration is a gathering of transportation organizations recorded on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2020. The populace in this study is 42 transportation organizations. What's more, the example utilized is upwards of 20 organizations. This study utilizes optional information. The information examination strategy utilized in this exploration is elucidating subjective information examination method. The consequences of this study demonstrate that the volume of stock exchanges and costs impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic diminished, upwards of three organizations, including area, air and ocean transportation, which encountered a decay. What's more, that accomplished an increment upwards of 4 organizations, remembering ocean transportation organizations and land transportation organizations for delivery administrations.
Analisis Peran Underwriter dalam Menyeleksi Risiko pada Produk Asuransi Jiwa Syariah di Allianz Cabang Kota Padang
Authors: Lasmi Aida , Arif Muhammad , Nasution Juliana
Published: July 2023

This study aims at the role of the underwriter in selecting in sharia life  insurance products, knowing the obstacles encountered by the underwriter in selecting the risk and the solutions applied to overcome these obstacles, and knowing the underwriting process of sharia life insurance at allianz padang city branch . The type of research used is descriptive research, with a qualitative approach. The conclusions of this study briefly are: (1) Underwriters have an important role in insurance companies because underwriters determine whether the insurance coverage can be accommodated by the company or not. (2) Obstacles encountered by underwriters in selecting risks are the availability of incomplete participant data, previous experience data of the insured and prospective insured not providing the desired budget and benefits, while the solution is to contact the agent concerned to obtain additional information needed by the underwriter, apply analysis to groups of prospective insurance participants as new participants, and provide standard premium rates and benefits. (3) The underwriting process begins when marketing applies for SPPA until the issuance

Keywords: Underwriting, Underwriter, Sharia Life Insurance
Remodelado reverso de aurícula izquierda posablación de fibrilación auricular
Authors: Chango Azanza Diego Xavier , Tenorio Cristina , Picón Xavier , Coello Jorge , Robles Jessica , Pinos Javier
Published: July 2023

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common cardiac arrhythmia. It has a high association with cardiovascular embolic events and heart failure. Structural and functional changes are a fundamental part of the pathophysiological process, leading to left atrial myopathy and progressive left ventricular dysfunction that modifies the prognosis of patients. We present the case of a 75-year-old patient with symptomatic paroxysmal AF with good functional class who was referred for pulmonary vein ablation after antiarrhythmic therapy failure. The initial echocardiogram showed preserved biventricular systolic function, mild diastolic dysfunction, and normal left atrium (LA) volumes. However, functional LA impairment was observed with decreased reservoir phase strain. Pulmonary vein isolation was successfully performed without evidence of new arrhythmic events, in addition to improvement in LA reservoir strain, left ventricular (LV) global longitudinal strain, and myocardial work index at three months follow-up. The patient has remained asymptomatic and is under clinical follow-up. LA and LV strain as new advanced echocardiography techniques is useful in the assessment of reverse remodeling of atrial myopathy and LV structural assessment.
Análisis espacial de la hipertensión arterial en adultos peruanos, 2022
Authors: Hernández-Vásquez Akram , Carrillo Morote Brenda Noemí , Azurin Gonzales Victoria del Carmen , Turpo Cayo Efraín Y. , Azañedo Diego
Published: July 2023

Objectives. To perform a spatial analysis of arterial hypertension in the Peruvian adult population to identify geographic patterns with a higher concentration of cases. Materials and methods: A spatial analysis was conducted using data from the Demographic and Family Health Survey (ENDES) 2022. A sample of 29,422 adults was included, and the global Moran’s index and Getis-Ord Gi* analysis were used to evaluate spatial autocorrelation and cluster concentration. Results: The age-standardized prevalence of arterial hypertension was 19.2%. Clusters with a high concentration of arterial hypertension were observed in departments along the Peruvian coast such as Tumbes, Piura, Lambayeque, La Libertad, Ancash, and Lima, as well as in the northern regions of the Highlands. Clusters were also found in the regions of Loreto and Madre de Dios in the Peruvian jungle. Conclusions: This study revealed geographic patterns of arterial hypertension in Peru, with a higher concentration of cases along the Peruvian coast and in certain regions of the Highlands and Jungle. These findings highlight the need to develop strategies for the prevention and control of the disease, especially in the areas identified as high-prevalence clusters.
Comparing Examination Modes in Finland and Bhutan's Education System and Suggestions for Improvement
Authors: Dorji Kinley
Published: July 2023

This research paper delves into the assessment and examination systems of primary and secondary education in Finland and Bhutan. It analyzes Finland's exceptional performance in PISA and its assessment practices, emphasizing formative assessment and project-based learning. In contrast, Bhutan relies more heavily on standardized exams. The study identifies major similarities and differences, strengths, and weaknesses in both countries' examination modes. It investigates how these variations impact student learning outcomes in each nation. Through a qualitative comparative analysis research design, the paper focuses on exploring the examination methods in Finland and Bhutan's education systems. Based on the findings, the research proposes practical strategies for enhancing Bhutan's examination system. It suggests integrating formative assessment, introducing a blended approach in secondary education, and promoting research-based projects to improve the overall examination methods in Bhutan. While the study may not directly influence policy, it provides valuable insights into Finland's successful practices, which can be adapted to benefit Bhutan's education system.
A New CT Construction System Suitable for Micro- and Macro-Focal Beam Guides Using a Multitarget System
Authors: Ulmer W.
Published: July 2023

The goal of this study is the improvement of CT constructions by exploiting the Bremsstrahlung created by multitarget systems allowing additional focusing influences by suitable magnetic fields and small-angle scatter of the walls (preferably tungsten). The number of layers of these configurations can be restricted to 10 – 15 layers, if electron voltages are of the order 120 keV – 180 keV, depending on the kind of application (medical CT or CT in the technical/research field). The theoretical results very satisfactorily agree with Monte-Carlo calculations using GEANT4.
The Influence of Abiotic Factors on the Occurrence of Jackfruit Dieback Disease
Authors: Idris Nurul Hawani , Mohd Hata Erneeza , Adnan Norliza , Teri Sazlieya Saupi , Osman Mohamad Jahidi , Md Din Ami Hassan , Ishak Mohamad Hafis Izran
Published: July 2023

The jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus) is one of six high-value non-seasonal tropical fruits identified as a target for export fruit products in the Malaysia National Key Economic Area (NKEA) report. It is challenging to sustain the jackfruit crop’s productivity and achieve the targets for the growth of premium fruits because of the emergence of plant diseases that can affect yields. This paper discusses the influence of abiotic factors, including landscape and weather, on the occurrence of Erwinia carotovora disease. This paper applied Ordinary Least Square (OLS) and hotspot analysis to understand the occurrence of the disease from the landscape and spatial perspective. The findings suggest that the rate of E. carotovora in jackfruit trees (based on a percentage of the area affected) is significantly affected by the proximity of the trees to roads, rivers, and irrigation. At the same time, the frequency of E. carotovora is substantially dependent on rainfall levels. The Koenker (BP) statistic provides a consistent set of results that explain the relationship between variables that impact the occurrence of dieback jackfruit disease remains the same over the study area. This study helps us understand how specific landscape characteristics and climatic variables influence jackfruit dieback disease. This area of research is essential so that the best land management practices can be adapted to prevent future disease occurrences.
Reactivity Enhancement of Lignin Extracted from Preconditioning Refiner Chemical-Recycle Bleached Mechanized Pulp (PRC-RBMP) Black Liquor by Phenolation
Authors: Kah Yen Lim , Tengku Yasim-Anuar Tengku Arisyah , Ujang Farhana Aziz , Husin Hazwani , Ariffin Hidayah , Md Tahir Paridah , Xin Ping Li , Yusof Mohd Termizi
Published: July 2023

Despite black liquor’s (BL) renown as a difficult-to-manage contaminant in the pulp and paper industry, BL has been found as a viable alternative material for adhesive formulation due to its high lignin content. Nevertheless, modification is required to enhance lignin’s reactivity, and there is currently a lack of study focusing on this aspect for BL-lignin. This study aims to increase the phenolic hydroxyl content of BL-lignin by phenolation. After being phenolated at lignin to phenol ratio of 1:1, at a temperature of 100°C for 110 minutes, and with the addition of 8% sulfuric acid (H2SO4) as a catalyst, the phenolic hydroxyl content improved by 51.5%. The results of Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), UV/Vis spectrophotometry, proton nuclear magnetic resonance (1H-NMR), thermogravimetry-differential scanning calorimetry (TG-DSC), and its differential curve showed that the structural change in phenolated lignin opened up more active sites, implying that this lignin could be a good substitute for phenol in phenol-formaldehyde resin manufacturing.
Leveraging Deep Learning Techniques to Obtain Efficacious Segmentation Results
Authors: Purohit Joy , Dave Rushit
Published: July 2023

Image segmentation is a critical task in the field of computer vision. In the past, traditional segmentation algorithms were frequently used to tackle this problem but had various shortcomings. However, the advent of deep learning has revolutionized this field, leading to the development of novel image segmentation algorithms. This paper presents a comprehensive overview of deep learning-based models applied to medical imaging, iris recognition, pedestrian detection, and autonomous driving. The study encompasses various techniques, such as convolutional neural networks, fully convolutional neural networks, encoder–decoder architectures, multi-scale approaches, attention mechanisms, and image transformers. Moreover, this paper evaluates the performance of these models on relevant datasets, providing insightful recommendations for researchers to integrate promising techniques into their work for specific applications. The discussion also explores the challenges, constraints, and potential research directions in these domains.
 
Received: 16 June 2023 | Revised: 19 July 2023 | Accepted: 25 July 2023
 
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest in this work.
Highly secure intelligent computer data detection of anomalies
Authors: Gupta Upasana , Singh Vaishali , Goyal Dinesh
Published: July 2023

The latest technology is focusing on the detection of different attacks occurring in the cloud and IoT data centers and services. So, there is a need of providing high dimensional security for the data. The appraisal issue prompts the suggestion of a coordinated methodology for sifting the unusual data of interest and perspectives for seeing anticipated exceptions in the new youngster around subspaces of high-layered enormous information. High-layered immense information requires significant computational memory and brings a tremendous computational weight, no matter what the way that continuous figuring sources solid areas are. Thus, the fundamental examination objective of this assessment is to develop an adaptable system for inconsistency recognizing confirmation that arrangements with the issue of the scourge of dimensionality in goliath instructive combinations. The issue of irregularity range has different highlights, and how we depict irregularities, the sort of information, and anticipated surrender can have a critical effect on recognizable confirmation techniques. As a result of these contrasts, issue plans shift enormously, requiring the utilize of different shrewd frameworks to address them.
Design & analysis of novel IT security framework for overcoming data security & privacy challenges
Authors: Manuja Prashant , Shekhawat Rajveer Singh , Rawat Umashankar
Published: July 2023

IT security has always been a major concern for all organizations, especially after the rise in IT Integration amongst all processes, Post pandemic this has become a bigger issue than earlier. The organizations are growing also with IT Integration the negative impact of information related risk incidents are also increasing worldwide. There are several IT Risk Assessment Frameworks in use to address information security assaults, vulnerabilities, threats, and breaches, including ISO 270001/27005. COBIT, NIST SP- 800/53 etc, though following and implementation of these protocols, still organizations face challenges of IT risk, which may involve an asset or information. The biggest challenge is the data Security or privacy. Based on survey data, this study evaluates the majority of the current IT risk management frameworks and makes an effort to pinpoint any shortcomings in them. Based on the analysis done, a new IT Security framework is proposed and implemented in two organizations for its detailed analysis and validations with the existing models For the Risk Assessment of the same organization new technique for IT Risk Assessment is also proposed.
Ensuring wallet application security by resolving reentrancy attacks in blockchain smart contracts
Authors: Manoj R. , Joshi Sandeep
Published: July 2023

With the advancements in technology, blockchain systems have seen widespread use and rapid growth in the field of data security and verification. Blockchain is used in a variety of applications, including financial transactions, healthcare, insurance, Internet of Things, education, and many more, with the promise of increased skills and resilience. This smart distributed peer-to-peer design drew interest from a variety of businesses and communities outside the financial sphere. The major focus of the proposed work is on security challenges and limitations of Ethereum-based smart contracts. Ethereum smart contract is vulnerable to reentrancy security attack. The proposed work analyze reentrancy attacks and assess countermeasures to dissuade vulnerabilities on the network.
The Influence of Risk on the Value of Companies in the Textile/Garment Industry Listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange 2020-2021
Authors: Ningsih Selly Kudrati
Published: July 2023

High company risk can lead to wrong investor decisions, as it can reflect a high likelihood of company failure. Risk management becomes important to minimize the adverse impact of risks on company operations and increase company value for shareholder wealth. This research aims to examine the effect of risk on company value in the Textile/Garment industry on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The study used secondary data with a quantitative descriptive analysis method using STATA17 software. The sample size in this study was 18 companies. The results of the study proved that business risk has a significant negative effect on the value of Textile/garment industry companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The higher the business risk faced by a company, the lower its value.
The Effect of Income and Capital on Purchase Rates at Semarang Grocery Warungs (Case Study at 1 Food Stalls Semarang)
Authors: Rahayu Enik
Published: July 2023

This study only limits the discussion on the effect of income and capital on the level of purchase at basic food stalls, Semarang (Case Study of Ana Semarang Grocery Stores). The formulation of the problem in this research: How is the influence of income, capital on the level of purchase at the basic food stalls, (Case Study of Ana Semarang Grocery Stores)?The research design used is quantitative research. Calculations use the slovin formula, so the sample in this study is 91 respondents.There is an influence of income on the level of purchase. The better or the higher the value of the income, the higher the purchase rate in the future so that the first hypothesis is accepted. There is an influence of capital on the level of purchase. The better or the higher the value of the capital, the higher the level of purchase in the future so that the second hypothesis is accepted. The influence of income and capital together on the level of purchase. Thus the third hypothesis is accepted. The capital variable that has the most influence on the level of purchase compared to income. Thus the fourth hypothesis is rejected or cannot be accepted.
Pengaruh Likuiditas Terhadap Nilai Perusahaan Dengan Profitabilitas Sebagai Variabel Intervening (Studi Empiris Perusahaan Sub Sektor Perdagangan Eceran Periode 2017-2021)
Authors: Astuti Dwi Puji
Published: July 2023

In this study, researchers analyzed the direct and indirect effects of liquidity on firm value, with profitability as the intermediate variable. In this study companies from the retail trade sub-sector were used, because these companies are related to the life of the Indonesian economy whose existence will not disappear anywhere. This study uses statistical statistical methods with quantitative research types, which is a way of collecting data without having to go directly to the field because the data already exists and there are lots of it. The sample used in the purposive sampling method. The calculation process uses SPSS 25 software. This study finds that liquidity has no impact and is not significant on firm value. Liquidity has no and insignificant impact on profitability. Profitability has no impact and is not significant on firm value. Profitability cannot mediate the relationship between liquidity and firm value.
ANALISIS PERBANDINGAN MODEL GROVER, ZMIJEWSKI, DAN SPRINGATE DALAM MEMPREDIKSI FINANCIAL DISTRESS PADA MASA PANDEMI COVID-19 (STUDI KASUS PADA PERUSAHAAN SUB SEKTOR HOTEL, RESTORAN, DAN PARIWISATA YANG TERDAFTAR DI BURSA EFEK INDONESIA TAHUN 2020 & 2021)
Authors: Farha Farha , Hermanto Agus , Saniyah Eluiz Yansirus , Wardhani Ni Made Pragita
Published: July 2023

This study aims to determine and analyze whether there are differences in accuracy between the Grover, Zmijewski, and Springate models in predicting financial distress during the Covid-19 pandemic in tourism companies in the hotel, restaurant and tourism sub-sectors listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The sampling technique used purposive sampling and obtained a total of 40 company samples. The type of research used is descriptive quantitative to compare the accuracy of 3 models in predicting financial distress in hotel, restaurant and tourism sub-sector companies. The data analysis used in this research is descriptive analysis and accuracy test. The results of this study indicate that there are differences between the three prediction models. The Zmijewski model has the highest accuracy level of 87.5% with an error I level of 12.5%, second is occupied by the Grover model with an accuracy level of 82.5% with an error I level of 17.5% and the third is the Springate model with the lowest accuracy level of 20% and an error I level of 80%.
ANALISIS LAPORAN KEUANGAN UNTUK MENILAI KINERJA KEUANGAN PADA PT. BLUE BIRD TBK TAHUN 2019-2021
Authors: Simanjuntak Daniel Nicson
Published: July 2023

Financial statements are very important information obtained in a company. These financial statements are used as a tool to measure the company's financial performance. The company's financial performance can be measured using ratios. The financial ratios used by the author are liquidity ratio, solvency ratio and profitability ratio. The ratio will determine the company's financial condition in making decisions. Quantitative methods are data in the form of numbers that can be calculated. In this study, the data that the author uses is data from processed results which are financial statement data from 2019-2021. So that from the results of this study, the author can provide input on the financial ratios used and provide additional and suggestions in making decisions. Keywords: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Performance, Liquidity Ratio, Solvency Ratio, Profitability Ratio