bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Cumhuriyet ve Kavramsal Komşuları Monarşi, Devlet ve Demokrasi: Benzerlikler ve Farklılıklar Üzerine Bir Değerlendirme
Authors: KUTLU Aydoğan
Published: July 2023

Siyaset bilimi ve siyaset felsefesi kavramları içinde cumhuriyet, anlamı ve algısı açık ve net olmayan bir kavramdır. Kavramın uzun tarihi ve duygusal yükleri, onun muğlaklığını beslese de, belki de en önemli belirsizlik kaynağı, kavramsal komşuları olarak adlandırılabilecek monarşi, devlet ve demokrasi kavramlarıyla tuhaf bir ilişki içinde olmasıdır. Bu tuhaflık, cumhuriyetin bu kavramlardan her biriyle zaman zaman özdeş, zaman zaman ise karşıt kavramlar olarak görülmesinden gelir. Bu hem özdeş hem de karşıt olma durumu, cumhuriyetin anlamının farklı kavramlarla iç içe girerek bulanıklaşmasına yol açmaktadır. Bu çalışma, cumhuriyetin anlamının kavramsal komşularıyla ilişkisini ayrı ayrı irdeleyerek cumhuriyetin anlamını belirginleştirmeye çalışıyor. Buradaki amaç, cumhuriyeti diğer kavramlardan titizce ayrıştırarak nihai bir tanımını yapmak değildir. Bunun yerine, cumhuriyetin her bir kavramla oluşturduğu kavramsal ikiliklerin aynı zamanda bir etkileşim zemini oluşturduğuna dikkat çekmektir. Cumhuriyet ve monarşi, cumhuriyet ve devlet, cumhuriyet ve demokrasi ikiliklerinde yer alan her bir kavram, cumhuriyeti başka bir biçimde etkilemekte ve ondan etkilenmekte; dönüştürürken dönüşmektedir. Tarihsel bir perspektif içinden bakıldığında, her bir kavram ikiliğinde cumhuriyet ve ilişkili olduğu kavram bazen yakınlaşmakta bazen karşıtlaşmaktadır. Esasen bu ikiliklerde mutlak anlamların olmadığına; bunun yerine bir etkileşimin olduğuna dikkat etmek önemlidir. Nitekim her üç kavramsal ikilik de, özdeşlik veya karşıtlığa indirgenemeyecek, etkileşim içinde yakınlaşıp uzaklaşan ama bazı değerler üzerinden komşu olan bir anlam zenginliğinden beslenmektedir. Ayrıca ikiliklerden her biri, cumhuriyetin tarihsel ve kuramsal dönüşümünün ayrı bir kesitini anlamaya hizmet etmektedir.
An Efficient Path Planning in Uncertainty Environments using Dynamic Grid-Based and Potential Field Methods
Authors: Al-Ansarry Suhaib , Al-Darraji Salah , Honi Dhafer
Published: July 2023

Path planning is an essential concern in robotic systems, and it refers to the process of determining a safe and optimal path starting from the source state to the goal one within dynamic environments. We proposed an improved path planning method in this article, which merges the Dijkstra algorithm for path planning with Potential Field (PF) collision avoidance. In real-time, the method attempts to produce multiple paths as well as determine the suitable path that’s both short and reliable (safe). The Dijkstra method is employed to produce multiple paths, whereas the Potential Field is utilized to assess the safety of each route and choose the best one. The proposed method creates links between the routes, enabling the robot to swap between them if it discovers a dynamic obstacle on its current route. Relating to path length and safety, the simulation results illustrate that Dynamic Dijkstra-Potential Field (Dynamic D-PF) achieves better performance than the Dijkstra and Potential Field each separately, and going to make it a promising solution for the application of robotic automation within dynamic environments.
The importance of tourism marketing for strengthening the strategic capabilities of the Salitre canton in the province of Guayas
Authors: Ortiz Chimbo Karla Maribel , García Viteri Roberto Andrés , Sánchez Macías Rubén Ernesto , Vivas Lucas Carlos Feliciano
Published: July 2023

The objective of this document is to analyze the different opportunities for small and medium tourism enterprises in Ecuador to develop environmentally conscious tourism economic activities based on the principle of sustainability. The research method is descriptive and focused on different subtopics around marketing, tourism and sustainability. Finally, it is concluded that tourism marketing is a very good option, especially for developing countries such as Ecuador, to promote their natural resources and the ecological beauty of their territory as a source of income and a way to boost economic development.
Accelerated Structural Evolution of Galaxies in a Starbursting Cluster at z = 2.51
Authors: Xu Can , Wang Tao , Gu Qiusheng , Zanella Anita , Xu Ke , Sun Hanwen , Strazzullo Veronica , Valentino Francesco , Gobat Raphael , Daddi Emanuele , Elbaz David , Xiao Mengyuan , Lu Shiying , Zhou Luwenjia
Published: July 2023

Structural properties of cluster galaxies during their peak formation epoch, z ∼ 2–4 provide key information on whether and how the environment affects galaxy formation and evolution. Based on deep Hubble Space Telescope (HST)/Wide Field Camera 3 (WFC3) imaging toward the z = 2.51 cluster, J1001, we explore environmental effects on the structure, color gradients, and stellar populations of a statistical sample of cluster star-forming galaxies (SFGs). We find that the cluster SFGs are on average smaller than their field counterparts. This difference is most pronounced at the high-mass end (M
⋆ > 1010.5
M
⊙), with nearly all of them lying below the mass–size relation of field galaxies. The high-mass cluster SFGs are also generally old, with a steep negative color gradient, indicating an early formation time likely associated with strong dissipative collapse. For low-mass cluster SFGs, we unveil a population of compact galaxies with steep positive color gradients that are not seen in the field. This suggests that the low-mass compact cluster SFGs may have already experienced strong environmental effects, e.g., tidal/ram pressure stripping, in this young cluster. These results provide evidence on the environmental effects at work in the earliest formed clusters with different roles in the formation of low- and high-mass galaxies.
A new species of spiny-backed tree frog, genus Osteocephalus (Anura, Hylidae), from the Yanachaga Chemillén National Park in central Peru
Authors: Venegas Pablo J. , García-Ayachi Luis A. , Toral Eduardo , Malqui José , Ron Santiago R.
Published: July 2023

We describe a new species ofOsteocephalusFitzinger, 1843 using morphological traits of adult frogs and its larvae, as well as molecular evidence. The new species occurs in the premontane forest of the Cordillera del Yanachaga in the Andes of central Peru, at elevations between 1000 and 1150 m a.s.l. It belongs to theOsteocephalus mimeticusspecies group and is the sister species ofO. mimeticus. It is most similar to three species with predominantly dark irises, tuberculate dorsal skin, and brown dorsal coloration:O. festaePeracca, 1904,O. mimeticusMelin, 1941, andO. verrucigerWerner, 1901. Of these three species, the most similar isO. mimeticus. However, the new species can be easily distinguished fromO. mimeticusby having a cream or creamy-tan venter with a well-defined pattern of brown chocolate blotches and flecks (venter cream, tan, or brown without marks inO. mimeticus). The tadpoles ofO. vasquezisp. nov. are strikingly different from the tadpoles ofO. mimeticusby having a larger oral disk with nine lower labial tooth rows (only six inO. mimeticus). Tadpoles of the new species and those ofO. festaeare unique amongOsteocephalusby belonging to the suctorial ecomorphological guild as shown by their large oral disks. Our time tree suggest that the new species diverged from its sister species at the beginning of the Pleistocene, ~2.5 million years ago.
The current distribution and status of the Hermann’s tortoise, Testudo hermanni boettgeri (Reptilia, Testudines, Testudinidae) in Croatia
Authors: Koller Šarić Katarina , Lauš Boris , Burić Ivona , Štih Koren Ana , Koren Toni
Published: July 2023

Hermann’s tortoise (Testudo hermanni) is listed as “Near threatened” in the IUCN Red list of endangered species. The importance of protecting the Hermann’s tortoise populations and its habitats have led to the inclusion of the species within CITES Convention (Annex II), Annex A of EU Wildlife Trade Regulation, Annex II of the Bern Convention and Annexes II and IV of the EU Habitats Directive. To assess the distribution and status of the eastern Hermann’s tortoise (Testudo hermanni boettgeri) in Croatia, historical and recent records were gathered and analyzed. The species was recorded in all three biogeographical regions in the country, but it’s native to the Mediterranean and a small part of the Alpine region. With the increase of recent surveys and the use of citizen science platforms, the known range of the species in Croatia was increased by 35.8% and is now encompassing 123 10 × 10 km EEA reference grid cells. Most records (66%) originate from lower elevations (up to 199 m), and the highest was recorded at 570 m. Sparse forests are the most preferred habitats, followed by semi-open habitats, such as grasslands and shrubs. The most serious threat to the species is natural succession due to the increased abandonment of traditional farming and grazing. Other threats include touristic infrastructure and urban development, transportation, illegal collecting, and invasive species. The Area of Occupancy calculated using 2 × 2 km grids resulted in an AOO of 1,372.00 km2, while Extent of Occurrence (EOO) is calculated to be 18,145.07 km2. The current network of National protected areas includes 14% of the species’ AOO while the designated Natura 2000 areas include 29.30% of its AOO. We propose to designate an additional 10 Natura 2000 areas to help with the long-term protection of the species.
Vegetation structure and composition at different elevational intervals in the arid Tankwa Karoo National Park, South Africa
Authors: Samuels Mogamat Igshaan , Saaed Manam , Jacobs Shayne , Masubelele Mmoto Leonard , Van der Merwe Helga , Khomo Lesego
Published: July 2023

Study area: The study was conducted in the Tankwa Karoo National Park, one of the driest areas in South Africa. Historic overgrazing has resulted in the poor and often degraded state of vegetation in large parts of the Tanqua Karoo region.Aim: This study assessed the spatial variation of vegetation structure and composition in the three main vegetation types namely: Tanqua Karoo (TK), Tanqua Wash Riviere (TWR) and Tanqua Escarpment Shrubland (TES), along an elevational gradient.Method: Using the point intercept survey method, vegetation cover, plant height, species diversity, life forms, proportions of perennials and annuals were examined in 43 sites, widely distributed in these vegetation types.Results: There were 150 vascular plant species belonging to 83 genera and 29 families recorded across all sites. The most diverse vegetation type was TES with 96 species belonging to 61 genera and 26 families. The vegetation structure was comprised mainly of shrubs and dwarf shrubs with a high proportion of leaf and stem succulent species. The mean perennial vegetation cover throughout the study area was 28 and annuals covered 22%, but this cover varied significantly between the vegetation types. The most dominant life forms were chamaephytes, which comprised 64% of all species, with cryptophytes (18%), therophytes (16%) and nanophanerophytes (2%) less abundant. Surveyed sites in the TES showed a clear association with each other but there was an overlap in the species composition and environmental conditions between some TWR and TK sites. This study highlighted the important role of elevation and topography as drivers of vegetation characteristics.Conclusion: The findings from this study can be used as a vegetation baseline to identify and prioritise degraded areas for active restoration in order to limit further degradation. Considering climate change, elevational studies may provide additional insight into species dynamics across landscapes.

Taxonomic reference: Plants of Southern Africa Checklist (South African National Biodiversity Institute 2016).

Abbreviations: ANOVA = analysis of variance; GPS = Global Positioning System; LFA = Landscape Function Assessment; NDVI = Normalized difference vegetation index; PCA = principal component analysis; PCo-A = principal co-ordinate analysis; TES = Tanqua Escarpment Shrubland; TK = Tanqua Karoo; TKNP = Tankwa Karoo National Park; TWR = Tanqua Wash Riviere.
Estigma y COVID-19. Lecciones aprendidas e intuiciones de cara al futuro
Authors: Suárez-Vergne Álvaro , Tardivo Giuliano
Published: July 2023

En este artículo se reflexiona acerca de las situaciones discriminatorias que vivieron algunos colectivos como pacientes y ex-pacientes de COVID-19, personas de origen asiático y personal sanitario, durante los momentos más álgidos de la pandemia causada por la COVID-19. Se ofrecen una serie de aproximaciones teóricas al estigma para examinar diferentes situaciones discriminatorias experimentadas por los colectivos mencionados. Se identifican dos dinámicas estigmatizadoras principales: de segregación y de culpabilización. Las primeras vienen detonadas por la percepción de una «triple amenaza» (física, emocional y moral) de las enfermedades infecto-contagiosas. Las segundas pueden entenderse mejor teniendo en cuenta las dinámicas de dominación que afectan a los colectivos vulnerables. Ambas pueden derivar en agresiones hacia los colectivos segregados/culpados. El conocimiento obtenido permite intuir algunas cuestiones que podrían ser problemáticas (con relación al estigma) en otras enfermedades, como es el caso de la mpox (viruela símica).
El Patriota Riojano en la prensa española durante el ocaso del Trienio Liberal
Authors: Díez Morrás Francisco Javier
Published: July 2023

El Patriota Riojano nació en Logroño a finales del Trienio Liberal. Fue publicado entre los meses de octubre de 1822 y abril de 1823. Se posicionó en un liberalismo firme cercano a la exaltación, criticando tanto a los moderados, como a los comuneros de la región. Mostró un apoyo total a las operaciones militares contra los absolutistas que se desarrollaron en el norte español. Le llevó a publicar, desde su primer número, una serie de «boletines» militares en los que detalló los avances de las tropas constitucionales y los movimientos de los realistas, especialmente en la Rioja, Álava y Navarra. Debido a su importancia como fuente de información, fueron reproducidos en varios periódicos de Madrid, Barcelona, Cádiz y Palma de Mallorca. Se convirtieron en crónicas imprescindibles que dieron a conocer la evolución militar de la contrarrevolución.
Exil et transnationalité : le journalisme de José María Blanco White et José Joaquín de Mora
Authors: Durán López Fernando
Published: July 2023

L'exil à Londres de nombreux intellectuels espagnols après l’échec du régime libéral en 1823 favorise la transformation de certains d’entre eux en intermédiaires culturels entre l’Espagne, le Royaume Uni et l’Amérique espagnole, depuis peu indépendante. Cette triangulation entre identités et codes culturels nationaux est particulièrement appréciable chez les écrivains ayant travaillé pour l’éditeur Rudolph Ackermann dans des périodiques rédigés en espagnol à Londres pour un public hispanoaméricain. Cet article analyse les deux cas les plus importants, ceux de José María Blanco White y José Joaquín de Mora, en mettant en évidence le caractère transnational de leur travail journalistique.
Journalistes en guerre : Pays basque 1936-1939
Authors: Rojo Hernandez Severiano
Published: July 2023

Cet article analyse la façon dont les journalistes et la presse s’adaptent à un environnement marqué par la guerre. Il prend pour exemple le cas du Pays basque au cours de la Guerre d’Espagne (1936-1939) et souligne les diverses évolutions qui touchent la presse et son personnel dans les territoires contrôlés tant par les antifascistes que par les militaires rebelles.
'Frozen Eye' - Post Blowout Fracture Surgical Correction - A Case Report
Authors: Balaji S. M. , Balaji Preetha
Published: July 2023

The Rationale:

”Frozen Eye” is a very uncommon sequel after treatment of orbital blowout fractures requiring implant placement.

Patient Concerns:

The implant may faultily impinge on the ocular and extra-ocular muscle(s), causing the abnormality in the movement of the eye.

Diagnosis:

We present a 56-year-old male whose ocular implant impinged on muscle, causing “frozen eye” and had an infected implant.

Treatment Outcomes:

The same was removed and surgically corrected. The manuscript describes the details and discusses the possible mechanism that led to the “Frozen Eye”.
Rare Incidental Foreign Body in the Maxillary Sinus on Routine Radiographic Examination
Authors: Manigandan Thiruppathy , Rajalakshmi Rakshanaa TV , Judith Judith M , Seethalakshmi Chiranjeevi , Jawahar Abarna , Maria Priscilla Wincy W
Published: July 2023

Accidental entry of any foreign body into the paranasal sinus could be due to known causes or unknown causes with the patient being either symptomatic or sometimes asymptomatic. Such asymptomatic conditions make it difficult to detect the foreign body for an indefinite period which on a longer duration may lead to various complications later. Routine radiographic examination during dental checkup reports to serve a good purpose in these kinds of cases by accidental detection of such foreign bodies in the maxillofacial region leading to early diagnosis and timely management. The present paper highlights the importance of routine radiographs in detecting a rare type of foreign body (nasal stud) in the maxillary sinus in the asymptomatic patient.
Changing Sleep Patterns and Anxiety Due to Covid-19 Home Confinement Among Working Population
Authors: Yadav Ankit , Atri Mansi , Pareek Sonia , Srivastava Roomani , Nithya S
Published: July 2023

Introduction:

The COVID-19 pandemic took the entire world unawares and people were forced to stay indoors overnight. Due to this a drastic change ensued in lifestyle with many succumbing to various kinds of stresses and psychological problems. This study aims to study the changing sleep patterns and level of anxiety among the working population due to the COVID-19 Pandemic lockdown.

Methodology:

An online survey was conducted using a cloud-based website. The sleep patterns both prior to and during the lockdown period of the pandemic were assessed using a self-administered questionnaire. The level of anxiety during both these periods (before and during lockdown) amongst the working population was also assessed using the Generalized Anxiety Disorder Scores (GADS).

Results:

A total of 224 individuals participated in the study of which 52.7% were males and 47.3% were females. On analysis, the lifestyle and sleep deprivation scores showed that before the lockdown only 2.7% reported a low score out of total participants. However, this number was raised to 13.4% during the lockdown. The percentage of people reporting deteriorated sleep quality gradually increased with females reporting moderate to severe category of Generalized Anxiety Disorder scores as compared to Males.

Conclusion:

The study suggests that there has been a significant change in the sleep quality of the study participants due to Covid enforced lockdown which if unnoticed might lead to significant health problems. The effective use of programs like yoga, meditation, and deep breathing exercises, if followed timely could reduce psychological distress to some extent.
Evaluation of Structural and Compositional Changes on the Root Surface Exposed to Diode Laser (810 Nm)
Authors: Jayachandran Dorairaj , Selvaraj Sunantha , Priya Shanmuga , Kukkamalla Meena A. , Senkalvarayan Vaishnavi
Published: July 2023

Background:

The laser therapy has been used as an adjuvant for conventional periodontal disease as they exhibit a bactericidal effect on scaling and root planning by its thermal and photo disruptive effects on the pathogens. This study focuses on the structural and compositional changes induced on the root surfaces of teeth following diode laser (DL) application with increasing quantum of exposure time.

Objective:

The objective of this study was to evaluate the structural and compositional changes on the root surface of extracted human permanent teeth after application of DLs (810 nm) with varying time interval.

Materials and Methods:

Twenty samples of single-rooted periodontally compromised extracted teeth were utilized for this study. Root planning was done and the roughness caused by the instrumentation was measured using profilometric analysis. Then, the samples were divided into four groups, with DL application time: Group 1 – laser application for 15 s, Group 2 – laser application for 30 s, Group 3 – laser application for 45 s, and Group 4 – laser application for 60 s. A scanning electron microscope was used to examine the cemental surface and energy-dispersive X-ray analysis software assesses the compositional changes of the teeth in each group.

Results:

This study reveals that on exposure of DL (810 nm) on the root surface when time of exposure increases, there were relative increases in surface irregularities and charring. There were significant changes in the chemical composition of the tooth surface.
Management of cellulitis of the floor of the mouth in a Cameroonian secondary hospital
Authors: Bohimbo Jacques Gérard Edouma , Kwedi Karl Guy Grégoire , Fokam Stive Tamoh , Vounsoumna Haibolda Elias , Messanga Charles Bengondo
Published: July 2023

Context:

Cellulitis of the floor of the mouth is dangerous condition because of their life-threatening potential due to their locations.

Aims:

The objective of this study was to evaluate and document the pattern of cellulitis of the floor of the mouth seen in a hospital of rural region of Cameroon.

Settings and Design:

This descriptive and prospective study was conducted in the Odontostomatology Unit of the Garoua Regional Hospital (Cameroon).

Subjects and Methods:

All patients presenting with cellulitis of the floor of the mouth between December 2020 and February 2021 were included in the study. The data concerning demography (age and sex), clinic (risk factors, symptoms, signs, etiology, and evolutionary stage), treatment (medical, surgical, and their evolution), and prognosis were analyzed using quantitative descriptive analysis.

Results:

Thirty-four patients representing 10.39% of the total consulted were enrolled. The male represented 55.88%. The mean age was 31.68 years. The etiology was odontogenic in 91.18% of cases. Swelling (100%), pain (100%), trismus (97.65%), dysphagia (88.23%), asthenia (76.47%), cervical spreading (58.82%), and poor oral hygiene (94.11%) were the main clinical signs. The cellulitis was suppurative in 76.47% of cases. All patients received probabilistic antibiotic therapy. Corticosteroids (61.76%), surgical (91.18%), and etiological treatment (82.35%) were associated. Complications occurred in 8.82% of cases. A favorable evolution was seen in 94.12% of cases. Death occurred in 5.88% of cases.

Conclusions:

Cellulitis of the floor of the mouth is still frequent in developing countries. Adequate management of these pathologies is the main condition to reduce their mortality rate.
Biologic bridge - Recycling of tooth material for esthetic rehabilitation: A report of two cases
Authors: Das Monalisa , Biswas Raju , Shirolkar Supreet Shailesh , Zahir Shabnam , Kundu Gautam Kumar , Mukhopadhyay Santanu
Published: July 2023

In the modern day, there are a number of tooth-colored esthetic restorative materials in regular dental practice, but they are somehow incapable to produce the exact physical properties of the dentin and enamel. In this context, biological restoration, using the homogenous or autogenous tooth material, might be advantageous for future clinical practice in restoring the inherent biological properties of a tooth. At the same time, recycling of the exfoliated biological tooth material also is possible through this procedure. The concept of biologic restoration started in the nineteenth century, and in this procedure, the tooth or its fragments can be used as restorative materials for primary as well as a permanent restoration. This report presents two different cases of biologic bridges using homogenous and autogenous tooth material for the rehabilitation of the esthetic as well as the function of the affected teeth.
Practices regarding oral hygiene among individuals with disabilities attending a special needs institution in Northwestern Nigeria
Authors: Ogbeide Mike Eghosa , Azodo Clement Chinedu
Published: July 2023

Background:

The oral health of individuals with disabilities is crucial for the reason that they constitute a vulnerable group to undesirable oral diseases. Thus, there is a higher need to practice good oral hygiene among them compared to nondisabled individuals.

Objective:

The objective of this study was to determine the practices regarding oral hygiene among individuals with disabilities attending a special needs institution in Northwestern Nigeria.

Materials and Methods:

This was a cross-sectional survey among students with disabilities attending Abdulrasheed Adisa Raji Special School, Sokoto, Northwestern Nigeria. IBM SPSS version 23.0 was utilized for analytics. Descriptive statistics were used to determine the sociodemographic characteristics and the practice of oral hygiene of the participants. Bivariate analysis was used to determine oral hygiene practices by disability type. Significance was pegged at P ≤ 0.05.

Results:

A total of 236 individuals, 167 (70.8%) males and 69 (29.2%) females aged 6–28 years, participated in the study. Less than a quarter (22.5%; n = 53) cleaned their teeth more than once daily with the majority (82.2%; n = 194) using a toothbrush. Only 12.6% (n = 30) used other oral hygiene aids aside from toothbrushes. Sugary snacks were consumed once or more daily by 64.0% (n = 151) of the participants. A bivariate analysis of oral hygiene practice grades by disability types shows that the visually impaired group reported the best hygiene practice score. The overall mean practice score was 4.62 ± 1.69. The result was statistically significant (P = 0.014).

Conclusion:

Practices regarding oral hygiene were generally fair in this study. However, specific areas with negative or poor practice exist among participants. Overall oral hygiene practice level was significantly associated with the type of disability.
Laser exposure and orthodontic traction of an impacted maxillary central incisor
Authors: Ahmed Faraz , Pathak Amit Kumar , Banerjee Sagnik , Jainer Rahul , Nishad V. Sonal , Prasad Uday Shankar
Published: July 2023

Unerupted maxillary central incisors significantly affect the function, esthetics, and confidence of young patients. Impacted tooth can occur because of number of reasons such as bony barrier, presence of odontoma, supernumerary tooth, retained deciduous tooth, or arch length discrepancy. During the mixed dentition stage, impacted central incisors are very common which bothers the child and the parents. Successful management of impacted central incisor can prove to be a big challenge for clinicians. Whenever there is a delay in eruption sequence, it is imperative for the dentist to find the etiology and formulate a treatment plan. Multidisciplinary management and proper planning are essential in the management of impacted central incisor. The present case report describes the management of a 9-year-old patient having impacted left permanent maxillary central incisor. The tooth structure was exposed using a diode laser was used as it was a conservative approach which provides a bloodless site for clinicians to operate and less postoperative trauma to the patients followed by orthodontic traction to align the tooth into proper position.
CHEMICAL MODIFICATION OF BITUMEN FOR STABLE ROAD CONSTRUCTION
Authors: Surenthiran C  , Velmurugan S  , Vishwa B  , Maathavraj VM  , Mr.Gowrishankar R
Published: July 2023

Nitric acid has been found to be an effective additive for bitumen modification to enhance its performance and make it more appropriate for road construction purposes. This paper aims to provide an overview of the effects of nitric acid on bitumen properties, its application in road construction, and the benefits it offers. The paper explores the various methods of modifying bitumen with nitric acid, such as pre-treatment of bitumen, addition during mixing, and surface treatment of aggregates. The effects of nitric acid on the properties of bitumen, such as viscosity and stability, are discussed. Nitric acid improves the adhesion of the bitumen to the aggregates, enhancing the mixture of asphalt and aggregates, leading to improved stability and durability of the road surface. The paper also highlights the potential benefits of using nitric acid in road construction with bitumen. These benefits include improved resistance to moisture and temperature variations, reduced deformation under heavy loads, increased rutting resistance, and longevity of the bitumen pavement. The use of nitric acid with bitumen also facilitates the use of recycled bitumen products, which is more environmentally sustainable.
Synthesis of Alkyd Resins from Black Sesame (Sesamum radiatum) Seed Oil
Authors: Awolola Gbonjubola V. , Francis Peace U. , Odetoye Temitope E.
Published: July 2023

The utilization of vegetable oils as renewable feedstocks is gaining more grounds in the polymer industry as replacement for petroleum-based feedstocks due to environmental challenge. There is a dire need to meet the recent increased demand for vegetable oil feedstock for oil-based alkyd resins production. Hence, black sesame (Sesamum radiatum) oil, a non-conventional raw material was investigated for alkyds production. The oil was extracted, characterized and refined. Medium-oil alkyds, alkyd-x and alkyd-y, with 48% and 52% oil contents respectively, were synthesized via two-stage alcoholys is-poly esterification process with glycerol and phthalic anhydride. Oil yield, density, specific gravity, viscosity; iodine, acid and saponification values were 28.2%, 0.934 g/ml, 0917, 0.045 poise, 106.6 gI2/100g oil, 0.73 mgKOH/g and 188 mgKOH/g of oil respectively. Densities, specific gravities, viscosities, and acid values of alkyd-x and alkyd-y were obtained as 0.886g/ml and 0.933 g/ml, 0.869 and 0.915, 60.4 m.Pa.s and 65.5 m.Pa.s, 14.55 mg KOH and 11.93 mg KOH respectively.  Successful polyesterification was confirmed on FTIR spectra. Pencil hardness test indicated highest hardness at 5H for alkyd-x while gloss retention was 60.2%.
Analisa Penerapan Metode MABAC dengan Pembobotan Entropy dalam Penilaian Kinerja Dosen di Era Society 5.0
Authors: Ahyuna Ahyuna , Rahman Ben , Nugroho Fifto , Nirawana I Wayan Sugianta , Karim Abdul
Published: July 2023

In the era of society 5.0, it is very influential on the education sector which is experiencing increasingly sophisticated technological changes, so that lecturers are expected to be able to combine learning with technology so that students' insight into technology is growing. However, in the case of a performance appraisal process, several problems often occur because the large number of lecturers will affect the time of the performance appraisal process. In assessing the performance of lecturers in the era of society 5.0, there are several criteria including Dynamic, Innovative, Number of Scientific Publishes, Discipline and Digital Skills. Therefore, the author applies a MABAC and ENTROPY method in order to find accurate and logical results. So with that, the author adopted a method and produced the highest ranking, namely on behalf of Dito Putro Utomo with a total value of 0.39925
Sistem Pendukung Keputusan Pemilihan Sales Supervisor Menerapkan Metode EDAS berdasarkan Pembobotan ROC
Authors: Purnama Iwan , Zulkifli Zulkifli , Nasution Muhammad Bobbi Kurniawan , Karim Abdul , Trianovie Sri
Published: July 2023

Sales is a job that aims to sell a product in the form of goods, services and others and provide the best service to consumers or buyers. Sales will work optimally if managed properly. The person who works to manage sales work is a sales supervisor. Sales Supervisor is someone who is responsible for managing the work procedures of each sales person under his control. A supervisor is required to be able to control every task implementation of a salesperson. If the company hires someone who is not qualified to be a sales supervisor, it will cause losses. So to determine the sales supervisor, a system is needed that will help select good and quality sales supervisor candidates according to the criteria set by the company. The right system to assist companies in making elections is SPK. Decision support system (DSS) is a system that is deliberately created to assist certain parties in making decisions with quality and objective results. SPK requires a method. In this study the method used is the EDAS method. The EDAS method has a function, namely to produce a ranking value by implementing mathematical formulations correctly according to the rules. The mathematical formulation is systematically arranged by experts and produces a ranking value which will eventually be assembled into an accurate decision. From the results of this study, a value of 0.5348 was obtained by Mandala as an alternative to B7, which is the best sales supervisor candidate
Penerapan Algoritma FP-Growth untuk Menentukan Strategi Promosi Berdasarkan Waktu dan Pembelian Produk
Authors: Wilrose Anandeanivha , Afdal M , Monalisa Siti , Munzir Medyantiwi Rahmawita
Published: July 2023

Sales is the main activity in every business. In making business decisions, sales patterns can be used to provide useful information such as strategies for promotion. Wandri Mart is a business engaged in the sale of products or goods commonly referred to as minimarkets in the city of Payakumbuh. In conducting promotional strategies, the owner of Wandri Mart does not know when to do promotions and what promotions are needed in order to increase sales. The purpose of this study is to obtain purchasing patterns related to the time of purchase and the type of goods purchased, so that a more effective promotional strategy can be developed. The method used by researchers is data mining techniques with the FP-Growth algorithm. The data used was taken as much as 5471 sales transaction data for 1 year. The results of this study indicate that the FP-Growth algorithm can be used to determine association rules using a minimum support of 1%, 2%, 3% and a minimum confidence of 10%. Experiments using Minimum Support 1% and Minimum Confidence 10% have the highest lift ratio value and produce more rules compared to other experiments so that it is obtained if on Tuesdays in August, customers buy instant noodles and packaged drinks with 6% and 5% support respectively and 50% and 45% confidence respectively with a lift ratio of 1.75 and 1.59 respectively. The lift ratio means that the rules have high association accuracy, and this also has a positive impact on sales and can be used as useful information for Wandri Mart to increase sales
Klasifikasi Penerima Bantuan Beras Miskin Menggunakan Algoritma K-NN, NBC dan C4.5
Authors: Pristiawati Andani Putri , Permana Inggih , Zarnelly Zarnelly , Muttakin Fitriani
Published: July 2023

One of the tasks of the Dumai City Social Service is to provide poor rice assistance to people in need. The problem that often occurs in the distribution of rice to the poor is that the target recipients of poor rice often occur. In overcoming the existing problems, this research has carried out classification models using the K-Nearest Neighbor (K-NN) algorithm, Naïve Bayes Classifier (NBC), and C4.5 Algorithm. Based on the experimental results, it was found that the best classification model was produced by the K-NN Algorithm with a value of K equal to 21. Besides that, the C4.5 algorithm succeeded in making a decision tree for the classification model with the lowest complexity because it succeeded in reducing the number of attributes from 33 to 5 attributes. The decision tree can be used as material for consideration to the Social Service in making decisions on Raskin beneficiaries.
Performance Analysis of LVQ 1 Using Feature Selection Gain Ratio for Sex Classification in Forensic Anthropology
Authors: Harni Yulia , Afrianty Iis , Sanjaya Suwanto , Abdillah Rahmad , Yanto Febi , Syafria Fadhilah
Published: July 2023

One approach to handling large of data dimensions is feature selection. Effective feature selection techniques produce the essential features and can improve classification algorithms. The accuracy performance results can measure the accuracy of the method used in the classification process. This research uses the Learning Vector Quantization (LVQ) 1 method combined with Gain Ratio feature selection. The data used is male and female skull bone measurement data totaling 2524. The highest accuracy results are obtained by LVQ 1, which uses a Gain Ratio with a threshold of 0.01 with a learning rate = 0.1, which is 92.01%, and the default threshold weka(-1.7976931348623157E308) with a learning rate = 0.1, which is 92.19%. In comparison, previous research that did not use gain ratio or that did not use GR only had the best results of 91.39% with a learning rate =  0.1, 0.4, 0.7, 0.9. This shows that LVQ 1 using the Gain Ratio can be recommended to improve the performance of the Skull dataset compared to LVQ 1 without Gain Ratio.
K-Means and AHC Methods for Classifying Crime Victims by Indonesian Provinces: A Comparative Analysis
Authors: Lubis Ridha Maya Faza , Huang Jen-Peng , Wang Pai-Chou , Damanik Nurafni , Sitepu Ade Clinton , Simanullang Ceria D
Published: July 2023

Crime is a common phenomenon that often occurs in society and has a negative impact both individually and collectively. Gaining a deeper understanding of crime can help us tackle the problem more efficiently. In an era that is increasingly complex and globally connected as it is now, crime has undergone significant developments and changes. Crime remains a serious threat to our security, integrity, and well-being. Some common types of crime include theft, robbery, fraud, physical abuse, and murder. Crime can happen anytime and anywhere. To tackle crime, data mining techniques can be used to analyze the surrounding situation and gain new knowledge. One approach is to classify provinces based on crime data from previous years so that crime-prone areas can be identified and security measures can be increased. In this study, two grouping methods were used, namely K-Means and AHC using the complete linkage mode. There are 34 provinces in Indonesia which are grouped based on the number of victims of crime from 2019 to 2021. The grouping results using the K-Means method yield two groups with 17 provinces each. However, using the AHC complete linkage method, there is a difference in the number of provinces between cluster 0 and cluster 1 compared to the K-Means results. In addition, there are differences in the location of the province in the cluster between the two methods. In the K-Means method, provincial data is located in cluster 0, while in the AHC method, the province's data is in cluster 1. Thus, this study provides insight into crime in Indonesia and provides information about the grouping of provinces based on crime rates using the K-Means method. Means and AHC
A Critical Review of Sthavara Visha ‘Vatsanabha’: A Cardiotoxic Poison
Authors: Rachna  , Singh Tomar Brijendra
Published: July 2023

Herbal Medicines has been extensively used in India and other country for centuries. It is a common misconception among the public that Ayurvedicmedicines are safe and devoid of adverse reaction. According to Toxicological text, some plants possess cardio toxic effects. Vatsanabha is a Sthavara vishawhich possesses anti-inflammatory& analgesic activities, and is capable of inducing severe arrhythmia and neurotoxicity. Cardio toxic effects of Vatsanabhaare cause due to overdose of formulation or without purification of Vatsanabha. Fatality of Vatsanabhadose can happen on account ofaccidental ingestion or consumption of herbal decoction made from the aconite roots. Roots are used as diuretic, anti-periodic, anodyne, antidiabetic and antipyretic in very small doses. Aconite, in the form of tincture when applied locally can acts as a peripheral stimulant to sensory nerves producing tingling sensation followed by depression and numbness. If taken internally it stimulates the vagus nerve center and slows the heart origin. To clarify its potential risk following action, toxicological characteristics of Vatsanabhaare reviewed along with its possible mode of action.
Role of Pathya-Ahara and Yogic Practices in the Management of Type- II Diabetes Mellitus.
Authors: Dhiman Sonia , Nepal Prashanna , Jagota Ankush
Published: July 2023

Background: Diabetes Mellitus is a metabolic disorder involving inappropriately elevated blood glucose levels. In Ayurvedic texts also, different Acharya have mentioned about twenty types of Pramehaand Madhumehais a type of Vataj Prameha. Madhumehais correlated with DM because of its characteristic KshaudrarasaVarnama Kshaudramehi(the person whose urine has taste and color like Madhu), which is similar to glycosuria in Diabetes Mellitus. Aim: The aim of this article is to describe the role of Pathya-Aharaand various Yogic practices in the management of Type-II DM.Materials and Methods: An Ayurvedicdiet chart was made according to the Pathya-Aharagiven in various Samhita and Yogicpractices which provide benefit in diabetes according to the classical texts and various studies are described. Results:With regular practice of AsanaandPranayamaalong with pathya-ahara one can maintain his/her blood sugar level and if a patient is on Antidiabetic oral medicines or on insulin, their dose may be reduced or stopped. Discussion:The Asanashould be practiced according to one’s power (Bala).The diet chart which is mentioned further in the article is according to Northern Indian culture. This can be modified according to the place
Review Article on Sthaulya w.s.r. to Obesity.
Authors: Panwar Santosh , Joshi Ram Kishor , Raj Saroj Udai , Patidar Deepika , Premprakash
Published: July 2023

Introduction-Obesity is frequently referred to as a pandemicwith possibly negative health effects on people. Although the overall national rate of obesity in developing nations is low, these numbers may show higher rates of obesity in metropolitan areas. According to the WHO, around 250 million instances of obesity are reported each year. In an effort to discover a lasting solution to this pressing issue, numerous theories and treatments have been developed by modern practitioners, but they are not without risks. Sthaulya (fat) is a condition in Ayurveda where there is an erroneous transformation of nutrition due to the aggravation of Doshas,more Medodhatuis generated, and inappropriate nutrition is used to nourish otherDhatusof the body. This condition is treated in accordance with several Ayurvedictheories that aim to correct the conditions of Dhatuand Doshas. Material & Methods-The current study's data came from primary and secondary sources, including literature assessments of important Ayurvedic Samhitas and manuscripts, as well as widely distributed research articles. Result-Many Medoharamedications have been listed and canbe used, however the drug choice should be accurate based on the patient's physiology and with consideration for Dosha, Desha, Kala,and other factors. Discussion-This article makes an effort to explain Sthaulya(obesity) from both modern and Ayurvedic conceptions and to explore the diagnosis and treatment from an Ayurvedic perspective.
PHYTOCHEMICALS AS ALTERNATIVE ANTHELMINTICS AGAINST POULTRY PARASITES: A REVIEW
Authors: Ahmad Shahid
Published: July 2023

Parasitic diseases causing considerable losses are one of the most common infections in humans, animals, and birds. This review emphasizes the devastation of the poultry industry by parasites and the use of bioactive components of plants as an alternative to control the damage. Synthetic medicines that are used in poultry as anthelmintic lead to the emergence of resistance in helminths as well as adversely affect birds and reduce their production. Different compounds are extracted from plants that show effective anthelmintic activity. Steroidal saponin alters the membrane permeability and inhibits mitochondrial activity resulting in worm death. Condensed tannins cause the death or paralysis of helminths. Flavonoids’ mode of action involves the inhibition of several enzymes like phosphodiesterase and Ca-ATPase. Both flavonoids and tannins act synergistically and have the same function as praziquantel. Isoflavones inhibit energy generation and calcium utilization causing the death of worms. Isoquinoline alkaloids are neurotoxic to the different helminths. Phytochemicals have an important role in improving growth, enhancing immunity, increasing nutrient absorption, and maintaining gut integrity. Phytochemicals are added to poultry feed as an additive, antibiotic, growth promoter, and anthelmintic. Plant products are cheap, easily available, and have the least tendency for resistance to be developed. Therefore, they could be proved beneficial against helminths. But there are some limitations such as the lack of proper research on phytochemicals, their efficacy, toxicity, dosage, and mechanism of action of phytochemicals. As an alternative strategy, phytochemicals have shown good results against the resistant species of helminths, but the reason behind the effectiveness of phytochemicals against anthelmintic-resistant parasites needs further studies. In developing countries, the use of plant-based anthelmintics is limited. So, there is a need for proper studies and research on different plant sources having anthelmintic activity. This could save the poultry industry from huge economic losses due to parasitic infections.
Descripción y análisis de la tasa de incidencia y prevalencia de pacientes en terapia de reemplazo renal en Ecuador
Authors: Gahona Villegas Junior Rafel , Reyes Jurado Pamela , Prado Cabrera Andrea Stefanía , Meza Rodríguez Karina Monserrate , Benítez Kellendonk Carolina Haydee
Published: July 2023

La enfermedad renal crónica se ha convertido en un problema de salud tanto a nivel nacional como mundial. La tasa de prevalencia en el Ecuador para el año 2022 es 1182,77 ppm e incidencia 169,55 ppm. El deterioro progresivo de la función renal resulta en el uso de terapia de reemplazo renal (TTR) mientras se espera por el trasplante renal. En el Ecuador 95% de estos pacientes no se encuentran registrados en la lista de espera para trasplante. La sobrevida de los pacientes a 5 años en TRR es de 62%. En este estudio se pudo describir y analizar a la población ecuatoriana en TRR mediante el análisis de las tasas de incidencia y prevalencia obtenidas a partir de los datos proporcionados por el Registro Ecuatoriano de Diálisis y Trasplante Renal año 2022. Se determina que la tendencia de ambas tasas se encuentra en ascenso. El gasto anual en salud para los siguientes años se verá impactado por el costo de pacientes en TRR.