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Issues and Countermeasures in Chinese FLTRP Primary School Textbooks under the New Curriculum Standard
Authors: Zeng Cheng
Published: October 2024

The New Curriculum Standard (NCS) is the norm and quality requirement of the Chinese national educational curriculum as well as the basis of teaching management, curriculum evaluation, and textbook compilation. In textbook design, the selection of textbook materials should meet the objectives and requirements of the NCS. Since appropriate teaching materials are essential to curriculum standards and effective teaching, we must follow the consistency between textbook materials and curriculum standards to achieve an ideal degree of conformity with the textbook system and teaching objectives and promote the sustainable development of the English curriculum reform. However, the current primary school English textbooks fall short of the NCS, which leads to difficulties in implementing teaching tasks and achieving teaching goals. Given these difficulties, we should analyze the causes from three dimensions: linguistic knowledge, cultural awareness, and learning strategies. In addition, a high recurrence of phonetic knowledge, systematic grammar presentation, diversified learning styles, level grading, and in-depth involvement of cultural factors are keys to the perfect conformity of the NCS and English textbooks.
Exploring the Influence of Generalized Kernels on Green’s Function in Fractional Differential Equations
Authors: Aljohani Sarah , Rashid Maliha , Kalsoom Amna , Mlaiki Nabil
Published: October 2024

The basic purpose of this article is to define the Green’s function in order to provide the solution of fractional differential equations in the presence of general analytic kernel. Using the technique of Laplace and Fourier transforms, we construct the Green’s function for ordinary and partial fractional differential equations. The presented results will provide the generalization of some models existing in the literature. Some examples are also provided to prove the results for some particular cases.
On Intuitionistic Fuzzy Soft Pretopology
Authors: Azzam A. A. , Abu-Gdairi Radwan , Aldawood M. , Alotaibi Abdulaziz M.
Published: October 2024

This paper defines the following terms: intuitionistic fuzzy soft (IFS) pretopological space, IFS interior function, IFS pre-open set, IFS pre-closed set, trace of a IFS pretopology, IFS separation axioms, IFS subspace, IFS compactness, IFS connectedness, and some of their properties. In addition, the degree of soft non-vacuity, the soft α-cut, and the IFS preneighbourhood system at a soft point are defined. IFS preneighbourhoods produce IFS pretopologies.
LIVING CONSTITUTIONALISM’ AND THE ROLE OF INDIAN JUDICIARY
Authors: Mahalwar Vandana
Published: October 2024

Living Constitutionalism emerged as a popular theory of constitutional construction and interpretation. Living constitutionalism emerged as a reaction against Originalism. Originalism means that the text of the constitution has a set meaning and that constitutional actors should be bound by it. Originalists say that the text of any Constitution is fixed at the time it is drafted, hence, its interpretation should follow the original intention of the framers.  While, the theory of Living Constitutionalism provides that constitution needs to be interpreted in consonance of the current socio-economic circumstances in a society. In the Constitution of India, the Indian Judiciary has played a crucial role by constructing its provisions in the interest of people of the nation. This article discusses the role of Indian judiciary in making the Constitution of India, a living document. It also discusses how the Indian judiciary has exhibited the demoprudence by expanding the ambit of Article 21 of the Constitution.
PERSONALITY AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO URBAN AND RURAL AREA
Authors: Jadav Sunilkumar  S
Published: October 2024

Main Purpose of the research is to measure the Personality among college students so investigator selected two groups one is urban areas college students and other is rural areas college students, both groups have 200 students. In each group has 100 urban areas college students and other one groups has 100 rural areas college students. Data were collected from Banaskantha district. Scale was use for data collection is personal datasheet and personality scale developed by Y. Singh and H. M. Singh, (2011), 2x2 factorial design was used and data were analysis by ANOVA test. Result show, Area had significant impact on the Personality of college students, the personality of urban areas students is better than the rural areas students. Sex had significant impact on the Personality of college students, the personality of females is better than the males. The interaction between area and sex had no impact on the Personality of college students.
Nelder-Mead Optimized Weighted Voting Ensemble Learning for Network Intrusion Detection
Authors: Ürün Mustafa Burak , Sönmez Yusuf
Published: October 2024

The rise in internet usage and data transfer rates has led to numerous anomalies. Hence, anomaly-based intrusion detection systems (IDS) are essential in cybersecurity because of their ability to identify unknown cyber-attacks, especially zero-day attacks that signature-based IDS cannot detect. This study proposes an ensemble classification for intrusion detection using a weighted soft voting system with KNN, XGBoost, and Random Forest base models. The base model weights are optimized using the Nelder-Mead simplex method to improve the overall ensemble performance. We propose a robust intrusion detection framework that uses soft-voting classifier-level weights optimized using the Nelder-Mead algorithm and feature selection. We evaluated the system's performance using the KDD99 and UNSW-NB15 datasets, which demonstrated that the proposed approach exceeded other existing methods in respect of accuracy and provided comparable results with fewer features. The proposed system and its hyperparameter optimization technique were compared with other cyber threat detection and mitigation systems to determine their relative effectiveness and efficiency.
The Effect of Chicken Bones Powder Adsorbent Mass and its Contact Time on Reducing Color Concentration in Peat Water Treatment
Authors: Kalsum Leila , Hasan Abu , Hasan Jordan , Sari Selly Ratna
Published: October 2024

Peat water is surface water or ground water which is found abundantly in tidal, swampy and lowland areas. It has a reddish-brown color, with an acerbic taste (high acidity), and has a high organic content. Peat water can be treated using the adsorption method. Adsorption is a physical phenomenon in which the molecules of the adsorbed material are attracted to a solid surface, which acts as an adsorbent. In this study, the authors used the adsorption method to reduce the color concentration of peat water using activated chicken bones powder as an adsorbent and observing the changes that occur when mass of powder to the amount of 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4, 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 and 2.0 grams were added to 50 ml of peat water with contact time that varied from 20, 30, 40, 50 and 60 minutes. From this study, we conclude that the optimum yield was obtained when the mass and contact time were at 0.5 grams and 40 minutes, which yield a percentage of reduction of 95.59%, wherein the initial color concentration of peat water at 337.816 was reduced to 14.89 Pt-Co, which is in line with the standard color for clean water as specified in a Regulation by the Minister of Health of the Republic of Indonesia No. 492/MENKES/PER/IV/2010, which state the standard color for clean water is 15 Pt-Co.
Towards an Inclusive Village: Literacy and Education for People with Disabilities Through the Development of Grape Planting Techniques (Vitis Vinifera L) Taman Ayu Village
Authors: Herdiana Herdiana , Andiana Baiq Dewi Lita , Mappanganro Nurlailah
Published: October 2024

People with disabilities are identical to people who are disabled, weak, stupid and backward. People with disabilities are no longer seen as problematic people, by providing equal access and being inclusive for everyone in their society (168 169). Equal roles for people with disabilities are an important issue for the government. Recognition of equal rights for groups with disabilities, both in terms of education, employment opportunities and others. Community service activities carried out by Herdiana, et al. in Taman Ayu village, in 2023 became the main basis for empowering people with disabilities and knowledge for people with disabilities, especially in the equality garden by involving groups with disabilities. Taman Ayu Village, Gerung District, West Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) in the "Equality Garden" group consisting of 15 people consisting of people with hearing and speech impairments which was carried out in June-December 2024 with the community service implementation team being a collaboration of 3 fields of science, namely agribusiness, accounting and agroecotechnology and involving 3 students from different study programs (fields of science). The purpose of this activity is to provide literacy and education about grape cultivation techniques, improve grape cultivation technique skills, financial management in business through ongoing training and mentoring. The forms of activities include literacy counseling and education for people with disabilities in grape cultivation techniques (Vitis Vinifera L), business management training and financial recording management, mentoring and coaching in marketing using digital marketing (marketplace: Facebook, Shopie, Tokopedia) and mentoring in submitting business legality. The hope of this activity is that groups with disabilities have skills in the field of grape cultivation, skills in management and financial recording of businesses so that from this activity a new business can be formed so that the goal of this activity is the independence of the disabled group's business. Collaboration between the service team (academics) and the village in the form of ongoing mentoring and coaching will be carried out until they have an independent business
Solventes eutéticos profundos aplicados no desenvolvimento de métodos para determinação elementar em amostras de composição orgânica e inorgânica
Authors:   , Costa Floriatan Santos
Published: October 2024

O preparo de amostra desempenha um papel fundamental na análise química, sendo essencial para resolver diversas questões analíticas. No entanto, esta etapa tem se tornado cada vez mais desafiadora devido à demanda por análises de amostras complexas e ao crescente interesse por métodos mais eficientes e sustentáveis. A partir disso, nesta tese, foram desenvolvidas estratégias inovadoras utilizando solventes eutéticos profundos (DES) em métodos alternativos de preparo de amostra, com foco na extração de analitos inorgânicos e na determinação elementar por meio de técnicas de espectrometria atômica. Inicialmente, realizou-se uma revisão (I) dos métodos que utilizaram DES, avaliando sua sustentabilidade por meio de métricas, combinadas com análise exploratória de dados utilizando mapa auto-organizável. Além disso, foram desenvolvidos métodos de extração aplicados em diversas matrizes, utilizando radiação micro-ondas para a extração (II) de Cd, Cu, Fe, Mn e Zn em amostras de ervas medicinais, e um método baseado na formação e quebra de emulsões (III) para a determinação de Al, Ca, Cr, Cu, K, Mg, Mn e Zn em óleos vegetais. Além disso, foram propostos métodos de extração (IV) utilizando vários solventes para a extração de Pb em placas de circuito impresso (resíduo eletrônico). Todas as estratégias foram desenvolvidas a partir do estudo da composição de DES preparados com cloreto de colina e ácidos carboxílicos, na avaliação e na otimização das condições experimentais empregando estratégias multivariadas, na avaliação dos parâmetros de desempenho analítico e das métricas de sustentabilidade. Os resultados indicam que os métodos desenvolvidos alcançaram um desempenho significativo na extração de analitos inorgânicos em diferentes tipos de amostras de matrizes orgânicas e inorgânicas, com altas taxas de extração, precisão e exatidão compatíveis com métodos de referência adotados e de acordo com os critérios de desempenho aceitos. Assim, esta tese contribui com avanços significativos no campo do preparo de amostra fornecendo métodos alternativos voltados à determinação inorgânica elementar, com vantagens relacionadas à simplicidade, eficiência e sustentabilidade.
Modelo para evaluar carga mental de trabajo en puestos con altas demandas cognitivas
Authors: Cuello-Cuello Yilena , Acosta-Prieto Juan Lázaro , Dueñas-Reyes Edian , González-Muñoz Elvia Luz
Published: October 2024

La investigación propone un procedimiento donde su objetivo general es gestionar la carga mental de trabajo en los puestos de oficina. Es el resultado del estudio de procedimientos existentes para la evaluación del trabajo mental tanto en el contexto internacional como nacional, y esta se nutre y enriquece de los aportes más beneficiosos de la aplicación de estos en diferentes sectores a lo largo de los años. La misma queda conformada por tres etapas: Preparatoria, donde se selecciona el puesto de trabajo objeto de estudio; Experimental, se propone aplicar indicadores antes y después de culminar la jornada laboral y Resultados, donde se ofrece un análisis de diferencias significativas en la aplicación de indicador en el trabajador y en el puesto de trabajo, se interpretan los resultados y se da una propuesta de solución. Dentro de las novedades del procedimiento propuesto están los criterios aplicados para la selección de puestos de trabajo con mayores demandas cognitivas, la selección de indicadores para determinar capacidades cognitivas del individuo, aplicación del método modificado del error humano para evaluar las demandas cognitivas del puesto de trabajo, el análisis individual del comportamiento de los indicadores por cada trabajador y el análisis colectivo por puestos de trabajo.
Evaluación de los trastornos musculoesqueléticos relacionados a las extremidades superiores en el proceso de empacado de aguacate
Authors: Chávez-Esquivel Gilberto , Navarro-Quintana Ariana Michelle , Lange-Morales Karen
Published: October 2024

El estudio evalúa los trastornos musculoesqueléticos de las extremidades superiores relacionados con el proceso de empacado de aguacate, identificando en qué zona del cuerpo se presentan las molestias, con la importancia relativa que tienen en cuanto a frecuencia e intensidad. El estudio se desarrolló en una de las empresas empacadoras de aguacate ubicada en el estado de Michoacán, México, centrado en determinar las regiones del cuerpo involucradas en la actividad del proceso de empacado de aguacate durante la jornada laboral establecida por la propia empresa. Se realizaron entrevistas a 111 trabajadoras, 56 de ellas del turno matutino y 55 que corresponden al turno verpertino, empleando el cuestionario Nórdico estandarizado de percepción de síntomas musculoesqueléticos, el cual concentra preguntas en los síntomas que se encuentran con mayor frecuencia en las trabajadoras que están sometidas a exigencias físicas, especialmente a las de origen biomecánico. Las evaluaciones se realizaron utilizando la técnica denominada body part discomfort scale (escala de malestar de partes del cuerpo), técnica que se basa en un esquema que representa al cuerpo humano y para valorar la intensidad de las molestias o dolores se empleó la escala de Borg, instrumento que registra una escala de 0 a 10 la intensidad del dolor referido por el evaluado. Los resultados manifiestan que las zonas más afectadas son hombros, muñecas-manos y zona lumbar, concluyendo que conforme incrementa la antigüedad de las trabajadoras realizando la actividad de empacado, incrementan la presencia y la intensidad de las molestias derivadas de los trastornos musculoesqueléticos.
Diseño de un dispositivo médico ergonómico para personas con osteoartritis
Authors: Benítez-Saucedo Ariadna , Duarte-Beltrán Elizabeth
Published: October 2024

En México el organismo del seguro social señala que existen 1,6 millones de personas que han desarrollado osteoartritis y que 1 de cada 10 adultos mayores de 60 años la controla, para diagnosticar este padecimiento pueden pasar hasta 7,7 años. El objetivo de la investigación es diseñar un artefacto ergonómico multifuncional para hombros, manos y dedos que minimice el dolor, la pérdida de fuerza y rigidez de los músculos, sin que los pacientes tengan que trasladarse a un centro de rehabilitación física, exponiéndose a caídas, accidentes, agresiones, desorientación y enfermedades en entornos de hospitales. La metodología de diseño que se aplicó, se integra de diez etapas mismas que permiten considerar todos los aspectos relevantes en el proceso de diseño. Se empleó un constructo a una muestra de cien personas de la tercera edad que padecen de artrosis en las manos observando que las más afectadas con el 62% son mujeres; el 64% se encuentra pensionado, el 21% se distrae con la televisión, el 45% prefiere no salir de su casa, al 78% le gustaría realizar la terapia en los lugares de su preferencia, el 30% elige hacer sus ejercicios en la comodidad de su sala y los dispositivos que consideran los expertos más efectivos para las terapias en manos son: el pronosupinador 20%, escalerilla de dedos 20%, el timón 15%, los flexo-extensores 20% y patineta 15%. La adquisición del dispositivo médico ergonómico propuesto permitirá que en un lapso de 2 años se minimice el dolor en las personas de la tercera edad, evitando la intervención quirúrgica y manteniendo su seguridad e independencia, así como su participación activa con la familia y la sociedad.
Intervención ergonómica basada en los riesgos laborales que enfrentan artesanos textiles
Authors: Sánchez-Verano Mariela , González-Muñoz Elvia Luz
Published: October 2024

La actividad artesanal textil de diversas regiones de México constituye un pilar fundamental en la cultura del país y de numerosos pueblos originarios. El uso de telares manuales demanda largas jornadas de trabajo, movimientos repetitivos, la adopción de posturas incómodas, entre otras características que pueden ocasionar problemas musculoesqueléticos. Esta investigación tiene como objetivo implementar una intervención ergonómica basada en los factores de riesgo ergonómico en dos grupos de artesanos textiles; un grupo de artesanos de telar de pedal (grupo TP) y otro grupo de artesanos de telar de pedal con chicote (grupo TPC) originarios del estado de Oaxaca. Se utiliza la lista de verificación Quick Exposure Checklist (QEC) para evaluar la exposición a riesgos ergonómicos y el índice Occupational Repetitive Action (OCRA Checklist) para la evaluación de tareas con elevada repetitividad de movimientos. También se describen las características más relevantes del contexto sociocultural para comprender y estimar su efecto en los factores de riesgo ergonómico. El resultado de la evaluación de factores de riesgo ergonómico señala que el grupo TPC presenta el mayor nivel de riesgo en cuello y ambos miembros superiores según el OCRA Checklist. Por su parte, el grupo TP presenta niveles de riesgo alto en cuello y espalda según el QEC, así como un nivel de riesgo medio en miembros superiores según el OCRA Checklist. Estos hallazgos dieron paso a una intervención ergonómica centrada en la implementación de pausas activas y ejercicios físicos de acuerdo con la población de estudio y la tarea que realizan.
Una revisión de herramientas de la fatiga, el tiempo de recuperación y sus relaciones con la calidad
Authors: Ullilen-Marcilla Romel , Ullilen-Marcilla Carolina
Published: October 2024

La literatura científica sobre los modelos o herramientas relacionados con la fatiga en el lugar de trabajo son escasos, poniendo poco énfasis en la recuperación del trabajador. Los modelos actuales para estimar la fatiga están asociados con la disminución de la capacidad de fuerza muscular y el posterior fracaso de la tarea relacionada con aspectos de la calidad del trabajo. Existen proyectos en desarrollo para disponer de mejores herramientas que sirvan de guía a los profesionales en Ergonomía para determinar las demandas físicas aceptables en una amplia variedad de tareas. Asimismo, la elección e interpretación de las herramientas o modelos de fatiga es un desafío, ya que pueden variar las repuestas de múltiples mediciones del cansancio según la tarea. En este trabajo, se presenta un conjunto de modelos que abordan el desarrollo de la fatiga principalmente durante un trabajo simulado y; también, la confluencia de fatiga-recuperación. Las herramientas que se señalan permiten desentrañar estas relaciones no casuales entre las mediciones, los efectos de la fatiga y el resultado de calidad en los ciclos de trabajo.
Importancia de la ergonomía y factores humanos en el uso de escaleras telescópicas en el entorno laboral
Authors: López-Vivanco Dafne
Published: October 2024

Este artículo profundiza en la relevancia de aplicar principios ergonómicos y considerar los factores humanos en el uso de escaleras telescópicas en distintos entornos laborales. Se explora cómo una aplicación correcta de la ergonomía, junto con la comprensión de los factores humanos, puede prevenir lesiones y promover la seguridad en trabajos en altura. Se proporcionan recomendaciones prácticas basadas en estudios y normativas para mejorar la seguridad en el uso de estas herramientas.
Advancing prostate cancer detection: High-accuracy urine test distinguishes between high and low-risk cancers
Authors: Surender Reddy. K  , Suhasini. G  , Madhulekha. R  , Ugandhar. T
Published: October 2024

Prostate cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among men. The standard method for early detection involves measuring Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels in the blood, with elevated PSA levels prompting further diagnostic procedures, such as a prostate biopsy. While effective, biopsies can be painful and carry risks of complications such as fever and urinary tract infections. To reduce unnecessary biopsies, researchers have sought alternative diagnostic methods. In recent years, a urine test was developed for early-stage prostate cancer detection. However, this test struggled to differentiate between aggressive and slow-growing cancers, the latter of which often require minimal treatment and are managed through active surveillance. To address this limitation, scientists at Wunderkind University have significantly enhanced the urine test. By analysing the genomes of thousands of prostate cancer patients, they identified a panel of 16 genes detectable in urine that can effectively distinguish between high-risk and low-risk cancers. When applied to individuals with elevated PSA levels, this improved test demonstrated an impressive 97% accuracy in identifying advanced prostate cancer. This advancement holds great promise for reducing unnecessary biopsies and improving patient outcomes by accurately identifying those needing aggressive treatment versus those suitable for observation. This review paper will explore the development, validation, and clinical implications of this novel urine test, highlighting its potential to transform prostate cancer diagnostics and patient management.
A prospective study on prognostic value of hypocholestrolemia in sepsis
Authors: AMEEQ AHAMED  , ANAND NANASAHEB PATIL  , JAYACHANDRA
Published: October 2024

Background: Sepsis is a major cause of mortality in adult, non-coronary intensive care units (ICUs) and holds significant clinical importance. Multicentre prospective surveys have shown that 1% of hospitalized patients experience bacteraemia, with 0.3% suffering from bacteraemia with severe sepsis. These rates increase eightfold and thirtyfold, respectively, when ICU admissions are considered. Approximately 10% of ICU patients have sepsis, 6% have severe sepsis, and 2-3% experience septic shock. Aim: This study aimed to assess the dynamic changes in serum cholesterol levels in sepsis patients and evaluate whether these cholesterol levels correlate with prognosis using the Sequential Organ Failure Assessment (SOFA) score. Materials and methods: A comprehensive analysis was conducted over 18 months on 115 patients with sepsis. SOFA scores and lipid profiles were collected at ICU admission (day 0) and day 3. Patients were categorized into two groups based on their total cholesterol: Group A (<160 mg/dl) and Group B (>160 mg/dl). Statistical analysis was performed to examine differences. Results: The study found that 56.5% of patients had cholesterol <160 mg/dl (Group A) and 43.5% had >160 mg/dl (Group B). Significant differences in cholesterol and SOFA scores between groups were observed on days 0 and 3 (p < 0.001). Mortality was higher in Group B, indicating that hypocholesterolaemia is associated with increased mortality risk. Conclusion: This study suggests that monitoring cholesterol levels can serve as a prognostic tool in sepsis. An increasing cholesterol trend may indicate a better disease outcome.
A longitudinal observational study on activated partial thromboplastin time in hypothyroidism and effect of thyroxine supplementation
Authors: JAYACHANDRA B  , ANAND NANASAHEB PATIL  , AMEEQ AHAMED
Published: October 2024

Background: Hypothyroidism is a common condition characterized by thyroid hormone deficiency, which, if untreated, can lead to severe health consequences and even death. Due to the wide range of clinical presentations and non-specific symptoms, hypothyroidism is primarily diagnosed biochemically. It can result from congenital thyroid abnormalities or iodine deficiency. Aims and objectives: Aim: To evaluate the correlation between hypothyroidism and Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (aPTT) and assess the effect of thyroxine supplementation. Objective: To study the impact of levothyroxine supplementation on aPTT in hypothyroid patients. Materials and methods: This observational study was conducted at the General Medicine outpatient clinic and inpatient wards at Al-Ameen Medical College and Hospital, Vijayapura, from September 2022 to March 2024. A total of 80 hypothyroid patients of both sexes were included. TSH, Free T4, and aPTT levels were measured with appropriate aseptic precautions. Results: The majority of subjects were females (90%), with the highest proportion (31.3%) aged 26-35 years. The mean ± SD of pre-thyroxine TSH was 25.453 ± 19.9073, which significantly decreased to 4.299 ± 0.6738 post-thyroxine. aPTT values also decreased significantly post-treatment. A positive correlation was found between TSH and aPTT, while aPTT had a negative correlation with T3 and T4 levels. Conclusion: aPTT is significantly elevated in hypothyroid patients and shows a positive correlation with TSH levels. Regular monitoring of aPTT should be included in the follow-up of hypothyroid patients.
Customer interaction and engagement: A theoretical exploration of live promotional tactics in the arts
Authors: Chinweizu Oham  , Onyinye Gift Ejike
Published: October 2024

This paper explores the evolving role of live promotional tactics in enhancing customer interaction and engagement within the arts sector. It begins with an overview of customer engagement theories and their relevance to live events, highlighting the unique opportunities live interaction models present. The paper then examines various live promotional strategies, using case studies to demonstrate how these tactics have been successfully implemented to create immersive and interactive experiences. Challenges such as logistical, financial, and audience-related obstacles are discussed, alongside opportunities offered by digital platforms and tools. The paper concludes by offering recommendations for optimizing live promotional tactics to maximize customer engagement, emphasizing the role of personalization, sustainability, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. These findings underscore the importance of live promotional tactics in fostering deeper audience connections and driving long-term loyalty in the rapidly evolving digital landscape of the arts.
Mechanical properties and durability of GGBS geopolymer mortar for M sand and river sand
Authors: Shilpa K C  , Harapanahalli Harsha  , Madhusudan B
Published: October 2024

The increasing demand for sustainable construction materials has led to a renewed interest in geopolymer technology, which utilizes industrial by-products to create eco-friendly alternatives to traditional cement-based products. This study focuses on geopolymer mortar developed using Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS), a by-product of iron production, known for its pozzolanic properties. GGBS-based geopolymer mortar not only addresses environmental concerns associated with cement production but also enhances the mechanical and durability characteristics of the final product The fly ash based geopolymer motor set slowly in an ambient temperature and needs heat curing. To overcome this limitation, GGBS powder is used as a cementious material which shows considerable gain in strength.. In this research, various formulations of GGBS-based geopolymer mortar were created by varying the ratio of GGBS to fine aggregates, the concentration of alkaline activators (such as sodium hydroxide and sodium silicate), and the curing conditions, including temperature and duration. The primary objective was to optimize these parameters to achieve superior performance characteristics in terms of compressive strength, flexural strength, and durability. The properties of geopolymeric binder prepared using the ground-grounded blast surface without using any conventional cement has been investigated. The individual properties of the GPM for 1:3 ratio, such as compressive strength, split tensile, water absorption, sportivity and acid resistivity test were determined as perrelevant Indian standards .Cubes of size (70.6X 70.6X 70.6 )mm were casted and cured in ambient condition for molarity 4M 6M and 8M with M sand. Compressive strength for 3, 7, 28 days was studied along with oven curing for 28 days. The result shows increase in strength for 8M M sand. The sorptivity test was conducted and also water absorption was studied, it shows decreased results for 8M M sand. Good and effective results were obtained for acid resistivity test and also the results obtained for porosity, sportivityand water absorption of geopolymer motor specimens also indicates the durability of geopolymer motors.
E-commerce clothing review analysis by advanced ML Algorithms
Authors: Nayem Uddin Prince  , Mohammed Nazmul Hoque Shawon  , Zakaria Kamal Shahed  , Riya Islam Nupur  , Farzana Akther Mele  , Md Abdullah Al Mamun
Published: October 2024

A significant aspect in the rapid ascent of Bangladesh's e-commerce sector in recent years has been the significance of consumer evaluations. By examining these reviews, readers can gain enhanced insight into consumer happiness and product quality. This research analyses the sentiment of online clothes reviews with advanced machine-learning techniques. The fundamental purpose of evaluating several machine learning models, such as KNN, RF, XGB, Multi, LSTM, and CNN, is to identify the most effective method for sentiment classification. Following the compilation of an extensive dataset of clothing assessments and the execution of data preparation tasks, including cleaning, tokenization, and stop word elimination, we utilised a combination of deep learning and machine learning models for classification purposes. KNN had the highest accuracy in forecasting the future attitudes of the models evaluated. The findings indicate in the 5000 datasets that KNN is the most effective algorithm for assessing the sentiment of online purchasing reviews. KNN reached at 0.91% Accuracy. This project's automated and scalable methodology may enable online businesses to evaluate client feedback and make more informed decisions. Future research initiatives encompass augmenting the dataset, experimenting with various methods, and incorporating these models into AI-driven mobile and online applications for real-time sentiment analysis.
The critical role of quality-of-life data in managing patients with central nervous system disorders
Authors: Srinivasa Reddy Mukkala
Published: October 2024

Quality of life (QoL) is an essential metric in evaluating the overall well-being of patients with central nervous system (CNS) disorders. Understanding QoL data is crucial for tailoring treatment approaches, enhancing patient outcomes, and assessing the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions. This paper discusses the importance of QoL assessments in CNS disorders, including the impact on treatment decisions, patient satisfaction, and long-term health outcomes. It also explores the challenges and methodologies for collecting and analyzing QoL data, emphasizing the need for integrating these metrics into clinical practice. Ultimately, enhancing QoL is paramount in the comprehensive management of CNS disorders.
Peran Civil Society dalam Resolusi Konflik: Studi Peran Muhammadiyah dalam Mewujudkan Perdamaian di Tengah Perang Israel-Palestina
Authors: Mahdi Imam
Published: October 2024

Muhammadiyah sebagai salah satu civil society dibutuhkan perannya dalam perang Israel-Palestina. Perang tersebut telah mengakibatkan masyarakat sipil terbunuh dan mengungsi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui upaya Muhammadiyah dalam mewujudkan perdamaian dalam konflik Israel-Palestina. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif analitis, dengan menggunakan data primer tentang kebijakan Muhammadiyah dan data sekunder dari jurnal dan media. Penelitian ini menemukan bahwa peran resolusi konflik dijadikan oleh Muhammadiyah sebagai bagian dari upaya internasionalisasi. Selain itu juga, Muhammadiyah mendukung pendirian negara Palestina sebagai upaya meminimalisir kekerasan yang dilakukan oleh Israel. Muhammadiyah juga aktif dalam memberikan bantuan baik secara langsung maupun tidak langsung. Dengan menggunakan pendekatan Barnes (2006) juga terlihat bahwa Muhammadiyah sudah berupaya maksimal untuk menjalankan delapan misi yang dapat dilakukan oleh civil society dalam mewujudkan perdamaian.
PENGARUH REMUNERASI KERJA DAN MUTASI KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA PEGAWAI PAJAK DENGAN KEPUASAN KERJA SEBAGAI VARIABEL INTERVENING (STUDI PADA KANTOR WILAYAH DIREKTORAT JENDERAL PAJAK NUSA TENGGARA)
Authors: Enjela Pangestuti  , Nur Achmad
Published: October 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh remunerasi kerja dan mutasi kerja terhadap kinerja pegawai pajak dengan kepuasan kerja sebagai variabel intervening (studi pada kantor wilayah Direktorat Jenderal Pajak Nusa Tenggara). Metode penelitian ini ialah kuanittatif. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah pegawai pajak pada Kantor Wilayah Direktorat Jenderal Pajak Nusa Tenggara dengan jumlah pegawai kurang lebih 106 orang. Jumlah sampel penelitian ini ialah 100 responden. Pengambilan sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah probability sampling dengan teknik simple random sampling. Dalam penelitian ini sumber data yang digunakan adalah sumber data primer. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah teknik analisis PLS-SEM (Partial Least Square- Structural Equation Model) dengan alat bantu Smart PLS 3.2. Analisis PLS-SEM terdiri dari dua yaitu Outer model dan Inner model. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa remunerasi kerja tidak berpengaruh terhadap kinerja pegawai Pada Kantor Wilayah Direktorat Jenderal Pajak Nusa Tenggara. Remunerasi kerja berpengaruh positif terhadap kepuasan kerja pada Kantor Wilayah Direktorat Jenderal Pajak Nusa Tenggara. Mutasi kerja berpengaruh positif terhadap kinerja pegawai pada Pada Kantor Wilayah Direktorat Jenderal Pajak Nusa Tenggara. Mutasi kerja berpengaruh positif terhadap kepuasan kerja pada Kantor Wilayah Direktorat Jenderal Pajak Nusa Tenggara. Kepuasan kerja berpengaruh positif terhadap kinerja pegawau pada Kantor Wilayah Direktorat Jenderal Pajak Nusa Tenggara. Remunerasi tidak berpengaruh terhadap kinerja pegawai yang dimediasi oleh kepuasan kerja. Mutasi kerja tidak berpengaruh terhadap kinerja pegawai yang dimediasi oleh kepuasan kerja.
L’Associazione Europea per lo Studio dell’Obesità (EASO) propone un nuovo schema per la diagnosi, la stadiazione ed il trattamento dell’obesità nell’adulto
Authors: Busetto Luca , Sbraccia Paolo
Published: October 2024

Obesity is defined as chronic disease process. However, current guidelines for obesity are not aligned sufficiently with those adopted for other chronic diseases. The diagnosis of obesity is based solely on BMI values, not reflecting the role of adipose tissue distribution and function in the severity of the disease. Indications for using the different therapeutic approaches now available for obesity management remain mostly based on anthropometric measurements, rather than on a complete clinical evaluation. This contrast with other chronic diseases, for which therapeutic targets are set, and the choice of the treatment is based on the probability of reaching the target, with adequate and prompt treatment intensification if needed. To stimulate the development of clinical guidelines for obesity more aligned with those already in place for other chronic diseases, the European Association for the Study of Obesity (EASO) conducted a consensus process to propose a new framework for the diagnosis, staging and management of obesity in adults.
Perancangan E-commerce Website Berbasis Search Engine Optimization (SEO) untuk Optimalisasi Manajemen Pemasaran Pusat Penjualan Kapal Perikanan di Daerah Jawa Tengah
Authors: Caniago Fahlan Parezki , Rindo Good , Manik Parlindungan , Satoto Sapto Wiratno
Published: October 2024

Perkembangan teknologi di era modern sangat membantu dunia bisnis dalam meningkatkan kualitas dan pelayanan terhadap konsumen. Website, sebagai salah satu teknologi informasi dan promosi, memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap keberhasilan perusahaan. Sektor perikanan tangkap, terutama industri galangan kapal kayu, juga perlu mengenal dan menggunakan teknologi ini karena transformasi digital berperan penting dalam proses jual beli saat ini. Penelitian ini fokus pada pembuatan website e-commerce dengan pemanfaatan SEO untuk mengoptimalkan pemasaran galangan kapal perikanan di Jawa Tengah. Tujuannya adalah menjadikan website sebagai alternatif pemasaran kapal ikan, memberikan manfaat sebagai media promosi, serta mempermudah proses jual beli. Metode Hub marketing digunakan dalam perancangan ini dengan tampilan e-marketplace. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa website ini dapat menjadi alternatif yang efektif dan efisien dalam bisnis jual beli kapal ikan, dengan penerapan SEO yang baik.
The Impact of Plasticizer Levels in Hardening PVC Plastic
Authors: Manurung Meilani Mandhalena , Leksonowati Nur Fitria Pujo , Pamungkas Nurman , Stefani Windy , Batubara Ninda Hardina , Purba Adi Syahputra
Published: October 2024

This paper provides a detailed investigation into the effects of Trioctyl Trimellitate (TOTM) plasticizer levels on the hardness of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) materials. The study reveals an inverse correlation between the level of TOTM plasticizer and the hardness of PVC, with an increase in TOTM levels leading to a decrease in hardness. This trend is consistent across various PVC samples, despite minor variations. The role of plasticizers in determining the physical and mechanical properties of PVC is further explored, emphasizing their function in reducing PVC’s crystallinity, thereby producing a clearer and more flexible material. This research contributes to the understanding of how plasticizers can be used to tailor the properties of PVC, leading to the development of two distinct types of PVC: Flexible PVC, which contains a plasticizer, and Rigid PVC, which does not. The findings underscore the importance of plasticizers in material design and engineering, offering valuable insights for future applications.
Pembelajaran Transformatif dalam Latihan Kemahiran Program Pembangunan Usahawan Asnaf
Authors:   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Abdul Salam Fatimah , Mohamad Mimi Mohaffyza ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
Published: October 2024

Kertas kerja ini akan membincangkan strategi pengajaran dan pembelajaran dalam kursus latihan kemahiran yang dijalankan dalam Program Pembangunan Asnaf (PPA) di negeri Johor. PPA merupakan salah satu inisiatif institusi zakat di Malaysia dalam usaha membasmi kemiskinan negara melalui pengagihan zakat secara produktif yang akan membawa golongan asnaf yang berpotensi ke arah peningkatan taraf sosio ekonomi mereka. Salah satu aktiviti yang dianjurkan dalam PPA termasuklah perlaksanaan kursus latihan kemahiran yang bertujuan melatih golongan asnaf bukan sahaja dari segi kemahiran vokasional, malah kemahiran insaniah khususnya pengurusan perniagaan. Usaha untuk mentransformasi golongan asnaf tidak mudah kerana stigma sikap kebergantungan yang tinggi yang menyebabkan jati diri yang lemah untuk menceburi aktiviti perniagaan yang sudah tentu penuh dengan cabaran. Pembelajaran transformatif melalui pendekatan humanistik dilihat sebagai salah satu kaedah pengajaran dan pembelajaran yang sesuai oleh kerana ia sinonim dengan konsep pembelajaran dewasa. Oleh itu, kajian berbentuk kualitatif dengan pendekatan kaedah temubual dijalankan bagi meneroka secara terperinci aplikasi pembelajaran transformatif serta strategi penyampaian fasilitator pengajar dalam latihan kemahiran yang dijalankan dalam PPA. Seramai empat (4) orang peserta kajian dipilih dari kalangan fasilitator dan pelatih asnaf yang sedang menjalani latihan di Pusat Latihan Asnaf Johor Bahru. Hasil dapatan kajian mendapati bahawa, strategi pengajaran dan pembelajaran yang diaplikasikan oleh fasilitator pengajar selari dengan konsep pembelajaran transformatif. Kajian ini memberi implikasi kepada pihak institusizakat negeri dan organisasi perunding latihan dalam membuat perbandingan keberkesanan strategi yang digunakan seterusnya merencana gerak kerja PPA pada masa akan datang.
Development of Bamboo Composite: Application in UAV Structure
Authors:   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Fakhrurozi Nurul Syaza , Md Ariffin Latifah ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
Published: October 2024

Due to the constant rise in the usage of non-renewable resources, composite materials made of natural fibres and plastic are now receiving a lot of attention. To maximise their performance and viability, bamboo composites for use in UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) plate constructions confront several obstacles that must be overcome. This study was conducted to fabricate the UAV plate structure by using bamboo composite. Bamboo fibre, epoxy resin, epoxy hardener, and fibre mesh are the materials requiredto produce the sample. The tensile strength of the bamboo fibre evaluated by using Universal Testing Machine followed by ASTM standard D638. The density test of the bamboo fibre measured by using Mettler Toledo mode XS64. As the result of the study, the bamboo composite that weighted gram per area 15 g/150cm2has the highest tensile strength, which is 20.075 MPa and for the density test, bamboo composite that weighted per area 5 g/150cm2is denser than other conditions which is 1.115 g/cm3.
Development and Characterization of Pineapple Leaf Fibre Reinforced with Graphene and Fibre Glass Composites for Aerospace Application
Authors:   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, bin Noor Azman Noor Ezzat Nafie , Zulkafli Mohd Fadhli ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Safri Syafiqah Nur Azrie ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
Published: October 2024

Natural fibre-based compositessuch as Pineapple leaf fibre (PALF)are valued for their environmental friendliness and unique properties, can be combined with graphene and glass fibres to create advanced aerospace composites. This study investigates the effects of graphene content and PALF composition on the mechanical properties of the composite. PALF is made using environmentally friendly methods, with graphene treated for better integration and fibre glass added through layering. This study compares the strength and flexibility of two samples with different PALF-to-fibreglass ratios: 50:50 and 70:30, and one sample with a 70:30 PALF-to-fibreglass ratio reinforced with 1% graphene, using tensile and flexural tests. The 70:30 composition ratio results in a lower maximum tensile strength and Young’s modulus, but a higher bending stress than the 50:50 ratio due to the higher volume of PALF in the sample. 70:30 PALF/fibreglass reinforced with 1% graphene is stiffer, resulting in a higher Young’s modulus compared to the sample without graphene. There is a slight decrease in flexural strength for the 70:30 PALF/fibreglass ratio reinforced with 1% graphene, while still maintaining superior bending stress strength compared to 50:50 ratio compositions. From the SEM test, PALF/fibreglass samples exhibited fibre pull-out, while 70:30 samples reinforced with graphene showed fibre breakage. Graphene enhanced the bonding between fibres and resins, leading to the breakage.Without graphene, weaker bonding led to fibre pull-out. Therefore, the PALF/fibreglass reinforced with graphene has the potential for aerospace applications, particularly in components subjected to high bending stress, such as aircraft wings or the horizontal tail.
Genesis 2–3 as a Primal Scene for Weak Metaphysics
Authors: Heinrich-Ramharter Esther
Published: October 2024

In this paper, I examine the role that the biblical story of Adam and Eve, Genesis 2–3, plays for philosophers and biblical scholars who advocate a weak metaphysics. In particular, I discuss writings by Mark Glouberman, Richard Kearney and Gianni Vattimo. I examine the question of whether and in what sense Genesis 2–3 can be said to be a primal scene for weak thinking or weak metaphysics.