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Avaliação de Probiótico para Bezerros
Authors: Garbuio Diego Henrique , DA SILVA VANDERLEI , Bezerra Spinelli Eron
Published: December 2024

O uso de probióticos na criação de bezerros tem sido amplamente estudado para melhorar a saúde e o crescimento dos animais. O presente estudo avaliou a eficácia do probiótico Nutripeso sobre o desempenho de bezerros leiteiros nos primeiros 60 dias de vida. O experimento foi conduzido em uma propriedade com histórico de alta mortalidade neonatal, utilizando seis bezerros, divididos em dois grupos: inclusão de probiótico Nutripeso® no leite e controle (sem tratamento). Foram realizadas pesagens quinzenais para avaliar o ganho de peso e acompanhamento clínico para identificar ocorrência de doenças. como diarreia e pneumonia. Os resultados demonstraram que os bezerros do grupo tratado com probiótico composto por bactérias, leveduras, vitaminas ADE e complexo B (Nutripeso®/ Nutriphós) apresentaram maior ganho de peso e ausência de doenças como diarreia e pneumonia, em comparação ao grupo controle, durante 60 dias. Os dados coletados durante o experimento foram analisados descritivamente e apresentados em formato de tabelas e gráficos. Além disso, não houve mortalidade no grupo tratado, durante o período experimental, diferentemente do período anterior ao uso do probiótico. Conclui-se que a suplementação com o probiótico Nutripeso® contribui para a saúde e o desenvolvimento de bezerros, sendo uma ferramenta promissora na redução de perdas precoces e no aumento da produtividade dessa categoria animal.
Reaproveitamento energético dos resíduos da suinocultura na Universidade Brasil - Fernandópolis - SP
Authors: Da Silva Maysa Procópio , Tagliaferro Evandro Roberto
Published: December 2024

A atividade suinícola gera elevada quantidade de dejetos que, dispostos inadequadamente, provocam largos impactos ao ambiente. Uma solução pode ser a utilização desses dejetos como fonte alternativa de energia, por meio do reaproveitamento energético do biogás gerado em sua decomposição. Estudar a viabilidade inicial de implementação de um sistema para o reaproveitamento energético dos resíduos da suinocultura na Universidade Brasil, Campus Fernandópolis – SP, objetivou a presente pesquisa. Estudo comparativo, de caráter não experimental, pautou-se em publicações científicas e especializadas, na coleta, obtenção e análise de dados locais por observação. Adotando-se índices médios de produção de biogás, foi possível identificar que um suíno alojado produz cerca de 10,9 L/dia de resíduos, com um potencial de geração de 0,08 m³/dia/animal de biogás. 200 suínos na fase de crescimento/terminação produziriam 2.180 L/dia de resíduos, o que resultaria no equivalente em biogás a 0,03 kg/dia/animal de gás de cozinha (GLP) ou 0,08 kWh/dia/animal em energia elétrica (kWh). Essa equivalência totaliza 16 m³/dia de Biogás (6kg/dia de GLP ou 16 kWh/dia de eletricidade). Em um mês, seriam 13 botijões de 13 kg de GPL ou 480 kWh de energia elétrica. Sob essa óptica, a utilização de biodigestores pode ser uma solução viável para tratar esses dejetos. A quantidade de dejetos produzidos, composição, clima, tipo de confinamento, eficiência do biodigestor e correto manejo são variáveis essenciais à boa operação do sistema, que se mostra promissor como uma possível alternativa, sendo necessários estudos mais aprofundados quanto aos valores de investimento em equipamentos e infraestruturas complementares.
Cardiomiopatia de fenótipo restritivo em gato Persa
Authors: Storino Nathalie , Sobreira Márcia Ferreira da Rosa , Prado Marcela Roberta
Published: December 2024

Em felinos, as condições cardiovasculares são incluídas entre as dez principais causas de óbito. Dentre elas, a cardiopatia restritiva (CMR) é caracterizada principalmente por uma disfunção diastólica grave e um importante aumento do átrio esquerdo ou bilateral, resultante da pressão de enchimento ventricular continuamente elevada, em decorrência de um aumento da rigidez da parede do ventrículo esquerdo. Atualmente, a principal forma de diagnóstico da condição é a ecocardiografia, entretanto, o diagnóstico da CMR ainda é desafiador considerando as demais cardiomiopatias existentes. O presente relato aborda tópicos de suma importância para a compreensão dessa afecção, ao considerar a frequência com que as condições cardíacas acometem felinos domésticos, e o desafio no reconhecimento da CMR, aliados ainda, à importância de se determinar um diagnóstico de maneira precoce, para assim, adotar recursos de forma mais rápida na tentativa de prologar a sobrevida do paciente em um quadro de prognóstico desfavorável. Assim, esse estudo trata de um caso clínico envolvendo uma paciente felina da raça persa, de 15 anos, atendida por um serviço veterinário com sinais de taquicardia e dispneia resultantes de uma efusão pleural. Posteriormente, a paciente recebeu diagnostico de cardiomiopatia de fenótipo restritivo e, apesar do tratamento, o quadro evoluiu com a progressão dos sinais de insuficiência cardíaca congestiva, e ainda, paralisia flácida de membros pélvicos. Após criteriosa avaliação do quadro clínico da paciente e considerando a baixa qualidade de vida, os tutores foram informados sobre as opções diagnósticas para tromboembolismo e as alternativas terapêuticas para as alterações presentes. Diante das limitações do caso e em comum acordo com os tutores, optou-se pela eutanásia.
Comportamento de bovinos fistulados e canulados no rúmen, em confinamento
Authors: Fuzaro Heloisa Couto , Fuzaro Letícia Couto , Zeferino Cynthia Pieri , Soares Vando Edésio , Leal do Carmo Victor Gomes Leal do Carmo , Marques Pereira Kaike José , Brennecke Käthery
Published: December 2024

A fistulação é um procedimento cirúrgico que cria uma abertura no trato digestório do animal, permitindo acesso direto ao órgão para estudos e manejo nutricional. Apesar de sua ampla utilização em pesquisas, há relatos de que bovinos fistulados podem apresentar alterações comportamentais, como redução no consumo de alimentos e preferência por itens de maior digestibilidade. No entanto, o impacto desse procedimento no comportamento geral dos animais, incluindo aspectos como interação social, reatividade, ruminação e padrões de repouso, ainda não está totalmente esclarecido, especialmente em condições específicas de manejo, como o confinamento. Essas lacunas evidenciam a necessidade de estudos mais detalhados que considerem fatores ambientais e sociais que possam influenciar o comportamento desses animais.  O objetivo deste experimento foi observar o comportamento de cinco bovinos machos, nelore, fistulados e canulados no rúmen, em confinamento. As observações foram realizadas in locu, com registros a cada 10 minutos, nos meses de dezembro a abril, utilizando planilhas baseadas em etogramas comportamentais. Os dados foram convertidos em valores quantitativos e analisados por estatística descritiva. Os resultados indicaram maior frequência de comportamento em pé entre dezembro e fevereiro, e maior reatividade nos meses de dezembro, março e abril. De modo geral, a distribuição das atividades comportamentais observadas esteve dentro do esperado para bovinos, indicando adaptação adequada ao sistema de confinamento.
FACTORS THAT ARE DETERMINANT IN THE PREPARATION OF EFFECTIVE AND RELIABLE COLONOSCOPY: A PROSPECTIVE CLINICAL STUDY FROM A SINGLE CENTER
Authors: Işik Sümeyra , Kandemir Altay , Turgut Yaşar Barış , Yaşa Mehmet Hadi , Taşkiran İsmail
Published: December 2024

Aim: For the diagnosis and treatment of colorectal diseases, it is very important that bowel preparation is sufficient before the colonoscopy procedure. In this study, it was aimed to evaluate the importance of colonoscopy preparation and to determine the factors that have a positive or negative effect on colonoscopy preparation.
Method: All patients who underwent colonoscopy in the Endoscopy Unit of the Gastroenterology Clinic of XXX Hospital between January 2021 and January 2022 were included in this study.
Results: A total of 303 patients, 155 female and 148 male, were included in the study. It was determined that Laxeno/Sennozid A+B Calcium-containing preparations were used most frequently (55.4%) for bowel cleansing. When drug-related side effects were evaluated, it was seen that the most common patients (45.6%) experienced nausea and vomiting. When the Boston bowel readiness scale applied to the patients was evaluated, it was seen that the patients received 2 and 3 scores from all colon segments most frequently. A statistically significant difference was found between the pre- and post-procedure parameters in Lax phosphosode/sodium phosphate drug in terms of P parameter, creatinine and P parameters between pre- and post-procedure in those using laxeno/sennozid A+B calcium drug, and Ca parameter between pre- and post-procedure in those using pegdine/polyethyleneglycol drug.
Conclusion: In conclusion, we found that age and gender had no effect on the quality of bowel cleansing in this study. When the difference in cleaning quality and the presence of side effects were evaluated among the agents used, no superiority was found to be among them. Furthermore, renal damage and electrolyte imbalance that may develop due to the agents used were also evaluated; there was no effect after the use of PEG, phosphate levels were high after NaP and senna use, and creatinine levels were found after senna use.
EVALUATION OF FRACTAL ANALYSES OF THE TRABECULAR BONE REGION IN LESIONED AND HEALTHY MANDIBULAR FIRST PERMANENT MOLARS ACCORDING TO AGE AND GENDER ON PANORAMIC RADIOGRAPHS
Authors: Bilgin Elif , Tümen Emin Caner
Published: December 2024

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the fractal dimension values of trabecular bone in periapical
lesions and healthy mandibular first permanent molars, based on age and gender, using panoramic
radiographs.
Material and Methods: The panoramic radiographs of a total of 216 patients aged 6-16 years who applied
to Dicle University Faculty of Dentistry Department of Pedodontics in 2022 were retrospectively examined.
The patients were equally distributed by gender into three age groups: 6-9, 10-12, and 13-16 years. Fractal
analysis was applied using the ImageJ program to the regions of interest (ROI’s) of 25x25 pixels determined
from two different regions on each digital panoramic radiograph, and fractal dimension calculations were
performed. The data were analyzed using the Shapiro-Wilk and/or Kolmogorov-Smirnov tests, as well as
the Mann-Whitney U and Kruskal-Wallis H tests. The confidence interval for all statistical tests was set at
95%, and the significance level was accepted as p<0.05.
Results: According to the results of the study, the average fractal dimension value of the lesioned region
was 1.106, while the average fractal dimension value of the healthy region was 1.116. No statistically
significant difference was found in the fractal dimension values between both the lesioned and healthy
groups, as well as between the age and gender groups (p>0.05).
Conclusion: Fractal dimension (FD) calculation is a reliable method for detecting early-stage periapical
lesions. However, to achieve more comprehensive evaluations, future studies should integrate histological
and clinical parameters and compare 2D and 3D imaging techniques with larger sample sizes.
THIOL/DISULPHIDE HOMEOSTASIS AND VASCULAR ENDOTHELIAL GROWTH FACTOR LEVELS IN SALIVA OF TYPE 1 DIABETIC CHILDREN WITH GINGIVITIS
Authors: Keles Sultan , Abas Burcin Irem , Anık Ahmet , Anık Ayşe , Cevik Ozge
Published: December 2024

Objective: To evaluate the thiol/disulphide homeostasis and level of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) in saliva of children with type 1 diabetes mellitus and gingivitis.
Methodology: Forty children with type 1 diabetes mellitus [DM] and 40 systemically healthy [H]) children were recruited for the study. Based on children’ periodontal and systemic health status, they were divided into four subgroups: 1) systemically and periodontally healthy children (Hh), 2) systemically healthy children with gingivitis (Hg), 3) diabetic children with periodontal health (DM+h), and 4) diabetic children with gingivitis (DM+g). Periodontal clinical parameters were recorded. A new automated technique was used to measure the thiol/disulphide homeostasis parameters, and ELISA was used to measure the amounts of VEGF in saliva.
Results: Children with or without diabetes had comparable clinical periodontal parameters and salivary VEGF levels (p>0.05). GI, PI, PD, and disulphide levels were significantly higher in the gingivitis subgroups than in the periodontally healthy subgroups (p<0.001). The gingivitis subgroups had significantly higher amounts of VEGF compared to the periodontally healthy subgroups (p<0.001).
Conclusions: Thiol/disulphide homeostasis shifts towards disulphide direction in diabetic children with gingivitis. Thiol/disulphide homeostasis and salivary VEGF levels may be diagnostic markers of gingival inflammation.
Green Investments and Corporate Social Responsibility: Driving Forces for Sustainable Business Growth
Authors: Lokesh Tomar, Dr. Salil Seth,  , Mohd Irfan Pathan, Parveen Yadav, Mrinal Kanti Mahato
Published: December 2024

This conceptual paper examines the role of green investments and corporate social responsibility (CSR) as foundational strategies for sustainable business growth. With environmental concerns increasingly shaping corporate practices, green investments—which prioritize eco-friendly and resource-efficient projects—are vital for companies striving to reduce their ecological footprint while enhancing long-term profitability. CSR, as an established framework, integrates social, environmental, and economic priorities, positioning businesses to balance profit generation with societal responsibility. This paper aims to build a theoretical model outlining the synergies between green investments and CSR, emphasizing their collective impact on economic performance, corporate reputation, and stakeholder trust. Through a comprehensive review of the literature, the paper categorizes insights into how CSR and green investments interact to foster resilient, sustainable business practices. The study’s conceptual approach, while constrained by its lack of empirical data, provides a structured foundation for understanding the interplay between these strategies. Future research is encouraged to empirically validate the proposed relationships across industries to deepen insights into how green investments and CSR jointly drive sustainable development and corporate growth.
AI-DRIVEN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION: OPPORTUNITIES, CHALLENGES, AND ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Authors: Datta Krittibas ,   Faculty Member (SACT-1), Department of Political Science, Jalangi Mahavidyalaya, Murshidabad, West Bengal, India
Published: December 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is swiftly revolutionizing public administration, providing unparalleled prospects to improve governance, service delivery, and decision-making processes. This article examines the diverse role of AI in contemporary governance, highlighting its capacity to transform public administration. Significant prospects encompass enhanced decision-making via data-driven insights, automation for increased efficiency, personalized public services customized to people' requirements, and AI-driven systems for transparency, disaster management, and public safety. Notwithstanding these advantages, the integration of AI in governance encounters considerable obstacles, including the accessibility of precise data, infrastructural expenses, skill deficiencies among officials, reluctance to change, and cybersecurity risks. Ethical considerations are paramount, encompassing algorithmic fairness, privacy protection, accountability, and the promotion of diversity in AI-driven services. Practical instances demonstrate the successful integration of AI into public administration worldwide, providing important insights for further implementation. The paper emphasizes the necessity of a balanced strategy to optimize AI's potential while confronting its obstacles and ethical considerations. It underscores ongoing innovation, strong regulatory frameworks, and cooperation among stakeholders. By adeptly addressing these complications, AI can be utilized to create a more efficient, egalitarian, and transparent public administration system that genuinely meets the demands of all individuals.
Morbilidad de la infección por el SARS-CoV-2 en adultos jóvenes en la altura en un centro de salud militar
Authors: Febres-Ramos Richard J. , Mercado-Rey Miguel R.
Published: December 2024

Introduction: In the face of this debutant disease generated by SARS-CoV-2 the clinical and epidemiological characteristics are new in each region, city or hospital environment in which patients with this infection occur. Objective: Determine the morbidity of SARS-CoV-2 infection in young adults living at high altitudes. Method: Descriptive, quantitative, observational, retrospective, cross-sectional study, carried out at 3,259 meters above sea level, identified the clinical-epidemiological characteristics of patients with a positive result for SARS-CoV-2 with immunochromatography, a sample of 97 patients hospitalized at the Military Health Center No. 31 Chilca-Huancayo of the 31st Infantry Brigade in the period from May to June 2020. Results: A total of 97 male patients (100%) were studied, with a mean age of 21,5 ± 3. The employment status was: active (49,5%), reservist (50,5%). Grade: soldier (25.8%), corporal (23,7%), sergeant 1st. (14,4%), 2nd Sergeant (35,1%), non-commissioned officer (1,0%). The rapidtest was positive (100.0%), IgM–IgG immunoglobulin positive (96.9%), IgG positive (3,1%). Respiratory rate: normal (96,9%), tachypnea (3,1%). Heart rate: normal (63,9%), tachycardia (32,0%), bradycardia (4,1%). Temperature: normal (89,7%), low-grade fever (10,3%). Oxygensaturation: mild hypoxia (56,7%), normal (40,2%), moderate hypoxia (3,1%). Conclusions: The epidemiological profile of the study are young adults, reservists predominate, Sergeant 2nd.; symptomatic with mild hypoxia and diarrhea; oligosymptomatic in respiratory rate, heart rate, body temperature, sore throat, general discomfort, nausea, vomiting, headache, skin rash; and asymptomatic in cough, nasal congestion, smell and consciousness disturbances.
Características en la atención de adolescentes:inicio de un programa de salud mental en el HospitalEdgardo Rebagliati Martins, marzo – agosto 2024
Authors: Multhuaptff Palomino Lindsey , Bottoni Tito Elard , León Álvarez Yolanda , Ramos Godoy Oscar
Published: December 2024

Objetivo: Describir las características sociodemográficas de los adolescentes atendidos en los dos primeros grupos de un nuevo programa de Salud Mental en el Hospital Edgardo Rebagliati Martins. Material y métodos: Estudio descriptivo, retrospectivo de pacientes adolescentes de 14 a 17 años, con cuadros diagnósticos presuntivos de tipo afectivos atendidos entre marzo y agosto2024. Los criterios de ingreso al programa fueron: Usuarios con un coeficiente intelectual total promedio, no tener comorbilidad con trastornos de espectro autista, ni trastornos de conductaalimentaria. Resultados: Un total de 40 inscritos al programa de atención, veinte de ellos (50%) cumplieron los criterios de ingreso al programa, el 90% fueron mujeres; la edad media de ingreso al programa fue de 15,40 años (DE: 0,94; 14 -17); el 20% proceden del Policlínico Rodríguez Lazo y 20 % Policlínico Chincha; Dieciocho (90%) pacientes presentaron comorbilidad. El 85%recibieron las 8 sesiones. El 85 % tuvo alta médica correspondiente. El 40% de adolescentes estuvieron acompañadas por madre y el 40% por ambos padres. El 100% completaron sus escalas de ingreso y sólo el 45% completaron sus escalas de egreso. Conclusiones: Las características epidemiológicas reflejaron una mayor incidencia de edad media de ingreso alprograma que fue de 15 años, el 90% de adolescentes fueron mujeres, el 90% de adolescentes presentaron comorbilidad diagnóstica, el 20 % de adolescentes tuvieron un alta administrativa y el 40% de adolescentes asistieron acompañados por ambos padres.
Metástasis ocular bilateral en cáncer de mama sincrónico: reporte de un caso y revisión de la literatura
Authors: Roa Carrasco Tania , Diaz Bravo Diego , Manuel Fernández Lopez11 Manuel Fernández Lopez11
Published: December 2024

Orbital metastases are rare; the most frequent primary cancer is breast cancer, even more so the luminal type, in which the pathogenesis may be due to a cellular tropism caused by estrogens produced by periorbital fat; the definitive diagnosis is histological, management is palliative and the prognosis poor. We present the case of an adult, nulliparous female patient with synchronous bilateral breast cancer, who after 3 years of management presentsdiscomfort in her eyelids and blurred vision; imaging studies and an eyelid biopsy are performed, confirming metastasis. The case is discussed at the Medical Board and it is decided to manage with docetaxel.
Development and Analysis of Sisal and Plantain Fibre Hybrid Composites for Pipeline Flange Applications
Authors: Jaho Ernest , Anaidhuno Peter Ufuoma , Mgbemena Chinedum Ogonna
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the creation of a pipeline flange using a hybrid polymer composite made from sisal and plantain fibre particles. Sisal/plantain hybrid composites are affordable, lightweight, and exhibit adequate mechanical properties, making them accessible and user-friendly. These natural fibres serve as effective alternatives to synthetic options and hold considerable potential to replace traditional steel materials. The sisal and plantain fibres were processed into particles sized between 300-500 μm. The hybrid composites were fabricated using the traditional hand layup technique, incorporating various percentage combinations of sisal and plantain fibres in laminates made from unsaturated polyester resin. The resulting laminate samples underwent a series of tests, including tensile, flexural, impact, compressive, and hardness tests, to evaluate their mechanical properties based on different fibre ratios. A ratio of 75% sisal to 25% plantain fibres yielded optimal performance, achieving a tensile strength of 10.2 MPa, a compression strength of 96.7 MPa, and a Rockwell hardness number of C19, indicating strong resistance to brittle fractures. The sisal/plantain fibre polyester composite flange produced at this ratio was further analyzed using Finite Element Analysis (FEA), providing insights into its structural behavior under varying pressure conditions. As pressure increased from 30 psi to 300 psi, the maximum von Mises stress in the flange rose steadily, peaking at 7.894 MPa at 300 psi. This result indicates a proportional response to mechanical loads, demonstrating that the hybrid materials significantly enhance the flange's structural integrity. Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS) analysis identified silicon (Si) as the predominant element in the sisal/plantain hybrid composite, whereas the cast iron sample was primarily composed of iron (Fe). Additionally, observations under Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) revealed a strong interfacial bond in the sisal/plantain fibre hybrid polyester composites, confirming their suitability for flange production. The standard sisal/plantain polymer hybrid flange was fabricated using the traditional hand layup method. It features a diameter of 150 mm, four bolts, 16 mm diameter holes, and a flange thickness of 25.4 mm, based on the 75%:25% fibre ratio.
AWARENESS OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AMONG DENTAL PRACTITIONERS IN SANGLI, MAHARASTRA – CROSS-SECTIONAL SURVEY
Authors: Adaki Dr Shridevi , Karagir Dr Amol , Adaki Dr Raghavendra , Vanaki Dr Bhagyashree , Sale Dr Sheetal , Bijjal Dr Anupama
Published: December 2024

Objective: This cross-sectional survey aims to assess the level of awareness and understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) among dental practitioners in Sangli, Maharashtra. With the rapid advancements in technology, including AI, it is crucial to gauge the extent to which dental professionals are familiar with these technologies, as they play an increasingly prominent role in the field of dentistry.Methods: A structured questionnaire was designed to collect data on the awareness, knowledge, and perceived relevance of AI among dental practitioners in Sangli. The survey included questions related to the understanding of AI concepts, its current applications, and the willingness of practitioners to integrate AI into their dental practices. A stratified random sampling technique was employed to ensure a representative sample from various dental specialties.The questionnaire was distributed through an online Google forms link. The statistics done using SPSS software, chi square test was done to check the association and a p value of 0.05 was said to be statistically significant.Results: Preliminary findings reveal varying levels of awareness and knowledge about AI among dental practitioners in Sangli. 63.4% of the participants were aware that artificial intelligence is the analysis of medical data without direct human input. From the survey it was evident that 57% of the participants feel that with the help of AI clinical decision and diagnosis can be revolutionized and also found that both male and female practitioner were equally aware of the importance of application of artificial intelligence in medicine(p-value>0.05). Conclusion: This study concludes that about 63.4% of the study participants were aware that Artificial Intelligence technology in medicine is beneficial to doctors and also found that both male and female practitioner were equally aware of artificial intelligence. The findings will contribute to a better understanding of the knowledge gaps that exist in the dental community regarding AI and can guide future educational initiatives to enhance awareness and integration of AI in dental practices. As AI continues to evolve, it is imperative for dental professionals to stay informed and adapt to technological advancements for the improvement of patient care and overall dental practice management.
TECHNICAL ANALYSIS FOR BUY OR SELL DECISIONS IN CRYPTOCURRENCY (BITCOIN)
Authors: Yumna Hartsa Fayi , Taufiq Muhammad , Utami Anisa Fitria
Published: December 2024

The purpose of this study is to determine how to provide recommendations for buy or sell decisions based on the price movements of cryptocurrency using technical analysis. This study employs a qualitative approach because the goal is to deeply and thoroughly understand the technical patterns in Bitcoin price charts to make informed buy and sell decisions. In this research, the data analysis technique used is Content Analysis. Content analysis is a research method that allows for the subjective interpretation of various types of data through a systematic classification process and the identification of themes or patterns.
In conclusion, the technical patterns identified during the period from June 2022 to October 2023 provide strong signals for buy decisions. The combination of volume confirmation, price movements above the 200-day moving average, chart patterns, breakouts, major trend patterns, and the integration of supporting theories provides a solid foundation for this analysis and reinforces the confidence that prices are likely to rise.
BUDAYA ORGANISASI YANG BERORIENTASI KEPADA PELANGGAN DALAM PENGEMBANGAN RUTE TEMATIK PADA KAMPUNG WISATA DI SURABAYA
Authors: Santoso Yuniawan Heru , Noviyanti Upik Dyah Eka , Fiatiano Edwin
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi model pengembangan kampung wisata yang berkelanjutan di Surabaya, melalui desain rute tematik dan pembentukan budaya organisasi yang berorientasi pada pelanggan. Menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif, penelitian ini menganalisis data yang diperoleh dari wawancara mendalam dan observasi partisipatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa nilai-nilai keramahan, kebanggaan lokal, dan misi keberlanjutan berperan sebagai inti budaya organisasi. Identitas budaya diperlukan untuk merekatkan beberapa kampung yang tergabung pada kesatuan rute tematik yang baru. Sehubungan dengan orientasi kepada pelanggan, diperlukan kepemimpinan dan strategi sebagai pilar pendukung. Berikutnya diperlukan inisiatif eksternal dan internal, dalam menjaga keberlanjutan orientasi layanan kepada wisatawan. Temuan ini dapat menjadi acuan bagi misi pariwisata berkelanjutan dan penerapan strategi pengembangan kampung wisata di Indonesia.
Penguatan Karakter Konselor Islam Profesional Melalui Pelatihan Konseling Sebaya Bagi Calon Konselor Islam
Authors: Basri A. Said Hasan , Kalida Muhsin
Published: December 2024

This community service activity aims to strengthen the character of professional Islamic counselors through peer counseling training for prospective Islamic counselors. This implementation method uses training methods using lecture strategies, roleplay methods, and simulation methods. This community service activity was carried out at IAIN Syaikh Abdurrahman Siddik Bangka Belitung. The results of this activity show an increase in understanding of the character of professional Islamic counselors for prospective Islamic counselors through peer counseling training by 85%.
Pelatihan Membuat Presentasi Menarik Menggunakan Canva Untuk Anggota Penyuluh Agama Buddha Provinsi Banten
Authors: Halim Ardie , Yo Ceng Giap  , Raditya Rimbawan O  , Wiyono  , Andri Wijaya  , Aditiya Hermawan  , Jessen Laorenza Suwandi  , Arvin Lawistra
Published: December 2024

Pengabdian kepada masyarakat (PkM) yang dilakukan oleh tim dosen dan mahasiswa Fakultas Sains dan Teknologi Universitas Buddhi Dharma, Tangerang bertujuan untuk memberikan pelatihan dalam membuat  materi  pembelajaran  secara  interaktif  dan  inovatif  menggunakan  media  berbasis  digital canva  kepada  anggota  penyuluh  agama  Buddha  (PAH)  agar  dapat  membuat  materi  ceramah  yang sesuai  dengan  cara  yang  interaktif  dan  inovatif.  Metode  yang  digunakan  dalam  PkM  ini  adalah demontrasi  (peragaan),  praktikum  (membuat  materi  ceramah  secara  langsung  menggunakan komputer  di  laboratoriom  komputer  Universitas  Buddhi  Dharma)  dan  studi  kasus  (latihan  mandiri membuat materi presentasi yang dipandu oleh tutor). Hasil PkM ini adalah para anggota PAH dapat memperoleh  pemahaman  dan  pengetahuan  tentang  cara  membuat  slide  presentasi  dalam  beberapa bentuk seperti teks, gambar, audio, video dengan menggunakan canva, sehingga akan mempermudah dalam  penyampaian  materi  ceramah.  Hal  ini  terlihat  dari  hasil  kuesioner  dengan  persentase  74% peserta  sangat  setuju  bahwa  materi  yang  disampaikan  sangat  bermanfaat  dan  dapat  dipraktekkan untuk mendukung pembuatan materi presentasi
Penguatan Pilar Ke-Tiga Program Satuan Pendidikan Aman Bencana (SPAB) Di SD Negeri Umbulharjo
Authors: Ruslanjari Dina , Sudjito  , Muhammad Irfan Nurdiansyah  , Nabilla Auriel Fajarian  , Akbar Afandi
Published: December 2024

Penguatan Pilar Ketiga Satuan Pendidikan Aman Bencana (SPAB) di SD Negeri Umbulharjo bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kesiapsiagaan bencana di lingkungan sekolah. Program ini mencakup berbagai kegiatan, seperti diskusi partisipatif dengan guru, kerja sama dengan Badan SAR Nasional (BASARNAS), pembentukan organisasi penanggulangan bencana, pengadaan sarana dan prasarana evakuasi, serta simulasi evakuasi. Metode yang digunakan adalah pendekatan Asset Based Community Development (ABCD), dengan melibatkan siswa dan guru dalam evaluasi pre-test dan post-test untuk mengukur efektivitas program. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan peningkatan dalam pemahaman dan kesiapsiagaan siswa serta guru terhadap bencana setelah mengikuti program. Rata-rata nilai post-test guru dan siswa mengalami peningkatan, dengan peningkatan dari 60,3 menjadi 90,5 untuk guru, dan dari 78,4 menjadi 88,4 untuk siswa. Penguatan organisasi penanggulangan bencana serta simulasi evakuasi turut memberikan kontribusi positif dalam membangun ketangguhan bencana di SD Negeri Umbulharjo. Secara keseluruhan, program ini berhasil meningkatkan kapasitas sekolah dalam menghadapi potensi bencana, terutama di wilayah yang rawan terhadap erupsi Gunung Merapi. Pengadaan sarana dan prasarana yang memadai serta pelatihan yang berkelanjutan menjadi kunci keberhasilan dalam menciptakan lingkungan sekolah yang aman dari bencana.
Pemanfaatan Microsoft Office bagi Perangkat Desa dalam Membantu Pelayanan Warga
Authors: Ibrahim Anton Maulana , Khumaiya Nabila
Published: December 2024

Program  pengabdian  masyarakat  ini  bertujuan  untuk  meningkatkan  keterampilan  perangkat  desa dalam  menggunakan  Microsoft  Office,  terutama  aplikasi  Microsoft  Word  dan  Excel,  guna meningkatkan  efisiensi  pelayanan  administrasi  kepada  warga.  Pelatihan  dilaksanakan  melalui metode  tatap  muka  yang  meliputi  penyampaian  materi,  diskusi,  dan  praktik  langsung.  Sebelum pelatihan,  banyak  perangkat  desa  menghadapi  kesulitan  dalam  menggunakan  aplikasi  ini,  yang menghambat  proses  administrasi.  Setelah  pelatihan,  terdapat  peningkatan  signifikan  dalam keterampilan  peserta,  yang  terlihat  dari  hasil  evaluasi  pre-test  dan  post-test.  Program  ini  juga meningkatkan  kesadaran  perangkat  desa  akan  pentingnya  literasi  digital  dalam  menjalankan  tugas sehari-hari.  Dengan  peningkatan  kemampuan  ini,  diharapkan  perangkat  desa  dapat  memberikan pelayanan yang lebih efektif dan efisien kepada masyarakat.
Evaluation of Variability, Genetic Advancement and their Correlation in Triticum Aestivum L.
Authors: Amna Naz  , Abdur Rauf  , Mamoona Bibi  , Yaseen  , Iqra Ambreen  , Syeda Khushnood  , Khayyam Aziz  , Haseeba  , Zarghoona  , Khilwat Afridi  , Aisha Siddique
Published: December 2024

The current research was conducted with the objective to estimate
evaluation of variability, genetic advance and correlations in wheat.
Sixty-four wheat advance lines were grown in alpha lattice designed
during 2022-2023 at Cereal Crops Research Institute (CCRI), Pirsabak
Nowshera, Pakistan. Significant differences among genotypes were
recorded shown through analysis of variance. Days to heading ranged
from 116 days to138 days, flag leaf area ranged from 18cm2-40cm2,
plant height ranged from 84 cm -111 cm, tiller m-2 ranged from 136-424,
grain yield from 3240 kg/ ha to 6051 kg/ ha and thousand grain weight
ranged from 31g-52 g. Maximum value of GCV reported for tiller per
spike (20.2), while minimum value recorded for days to heading (2.70),
while high PCV value recorded for1000 grain weight was (25.02), while
lowest value recorded for grain yield (0.27). Magnitude of heritability
was higher for grain yield (2358) and it was recorded moderate for
thousand grain weight (0.50). Maximum value of genetic gain recorded
for tiller-2 (65.38) and it was minimum for days to heading (3.73). The
findings indicated strong and positive link between grain yield with plant
height (r=0.30**), days to heading have a negative correlation with
qualities that contribute to production, such as grain yield and 1000-grain
weight.
СПОСОБ ПОВЫШЕНИЯ УСТОЙЧИВОСТИ БОРТОВ КАРЬЕРА ПУТЕМ ФОРМИРОВАНИЯ ВОГНУТОГО ПРОФИЛЯ ОТКОСА ВЫСОКОГО УСТУПА
Authors: Заиров Шерзод Шарипович , Номдоров Рустам Уралович , Билдюк Егор Викторович , Олимов Фарусхон Музаффаругли
Published: December 2024

The article is devoted to the analysis of methods for ensuring the stability of quarry slopes, including the use of preliminary slotting and staged blasting of benches. The conducted studies have shown that slope angles of up to 70° can be safely implemented under various mining and geological conditions, provided that structural parameters are adhered to.
Particular attention is paid to the use of inclined boreholes with contour charges made from emulsion explosives (Almonite, Nobelite), which ensure minimal disruption to the rock mass and efficient rock fragmentation. Dividing the bench into three sub-benches and performing blasting operations sequentially allowed for even load distribution and reduced the risk of collapses and landslides.
The methodology has demonstrated its versatility and suitability for deep quarries, taking into account complex geological conditions. The proposed approaches contribute to cost reduction, increased safety and efficiency of mining operations, as well as minimizing negative environmental impacts.
The results obtained open up new opportunities for improving quarry design methodologies and promoting sustainable development in the mining industry.
Measuring Quality Performance ofPublic Hospitals in Somalia
Authors: Sharif Shafie , Bashir Ahmed , Shire Dunia
Published: December 2024

Public hospitals are government-owned hospitals, but they’re not fully funded by the government. The UN provides the majority of funding for public healthcare; however, very little is known about the quality of public hospitals in Somalia.Purpose: This study aims to evaluate the quality performance of public hospitals by using nine indicators, namely, patient waiting time, patient complaints, patient satisfaction, employee job satisfaction, medical service cost, shortage of medical services, errors in medical services, waste in processes, and availability of quality medical equipment.Methodology: First, the research began by mapping referral public hospitals in federal states of Somalia. Second, using simple random sampling with a self-administered questionnaire targeted at 16 public hospitals with 30 respondents, for a total of 480; however, two hundred and ninety-seven respondents have accepted to participate in the study, these make in a response rate of 62 percent. Research data were analyzed based on descriptive analysis.Findings: The findings of this study indicate that the majority items of the quality performance mean values were less than the midpoint of the scale (mean = 2.909, the standard deviation = 0.867). This indicates that the majority of the respondents were either neutral or agreed with the negative scale about the quality performance of the public hospitals.Research limitations: This research focused solely on the quality performance of the Somali public hospitals; thus, the results might not be applicable to other countries.Originality/value: Present research findings provide guidelines for enhancing quality performance in the Somalia public healthcare sector.
El Arte del Pivot: Cómo Adaptar Tu Negocio a Cambios Rápidos del Mercado
Authors: Estefania Maribel Cangas Pilamunga , Edison Riveliño Ramon Curay , María Belén Ríos Quiñónez , José Ignacio Quillupangui Guanopatin
Published: December 2024

El término "pivot" se ha vuelto esencial en el vocabulario empresarial moderno, especialmente en contextos de innovación y desarrollo ágil. A pesar de su popularidad reciente, la noción de pivot no es nueva; se remonta a la evolución de las teorías estratégicas y a la adaptación de las empresas a entornos de alta incertidumbre. Este concepto ha sido definido por múltiples autores, cada uno aportando una perspectiva única basada en sus experiencias y enfoques de investigación. A continuación, se presentan las definiciones más destacadas del pivot, seguidas de un análisis detallado de los orígenes de este término en la práctica empresarial y su impacto en la estrategia corporativa.
Representation of Icelandic-Basque contacts in a Finnish novel
Authors: Willson Kendra
Published: December 2024

Finnish author Tapio Koivukari creates in his novel Ariasman (2011), based on a historical massacre of shipwrecked Basque whalers in Iceland in 1615, a literary representation of an extinct Icelandic Basque pidgin known from a few lists of words and phrases with roots in the seventeenth century. The brief dialogues in the book given in Basque or pidgin draw on the word lists, knowledge of the modern languages, and Koivukari’s imagination. The pidgin phrases used in the book concentrate on a few semantic fields: domestic animals, food, clothing, religion and relationships, largely corresponding to those found in the glossaries. Icelandic names are adapted to Basque phonology and given Basque diminutive endings. Multilingual word play is exploited. Koivukari supplements the vocabulary attested in the word lists with words from modern Basque and other languages known to have been part of the contact situation. This article describes how the book extrapolates from the documented glossaries to create fictional dialogues between Basque and Icelandic speakers, and more generally how it thematizes difficulties and strategies in communication, using imagination to flesh out the dynamics of the historical contact situation.
Latent and Internet-mediated forms of deviant youth behavior
Authors: Gur'yanchik Vitalii Nikolaevich
Published: December 2024

The aim of the research is to study latent and Internet-mediated forms of deviant behavior of young people in the digital environment. The subject of the study is the peculiarities of the manifestation of hidden forms of deviation in the digital environment. The methodological basis of the study is the sociocultural approach, which considers the priority of generally accepted norms and patterns of behavior in a particular social group. An online survey questionnaire was used as the main research method. The questionnaire included 23 questions aimed at studying the personal perception and understanding by young people of manifestations of deviant behavior in the digital environment and the model of responding to such manifestations. The content-semantic and behavioral aspects of the respondents' attitude to the object under study predetermined the structure of the questionnaire and the content of its questions, namely: the degree of involvement of students in digital communications, the presence and characteristics of the target audience's experience. 350 students from 19 universities in the country, located in 12 regions, took part in the survey. Among the respondents, 88 men (25.1%) and 262 women (74.9%). The average age of the survey participants was 20,136 years. Secondary processing of the data obtained during the study was carried out using correlation analysis (the r-Spearman correlation criterion). The scientific significance of the results obtained lies in rethinking existing ideas about norms and deviations from them in the context of digitalization, which allows for a deeper understanding of the mechanisms of formation of latent and Internet-mediated forms of deviant behavior in the digital space and its connection with changes in the social environment.
Quality by design approach assisted development and optimization of Chitosan–Vildagliptin nanoparticles using a simple desolvation technique
Authors: Ammanage Anand Shripal , Mastiholimath Vinayak Shivamurthi
Published: December 2024

Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a major metabolic condition that poses a serious risk and a significant public health concern worldwide. Vildagliptin is a new class of antidiabetic drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. In the current work, Chitosan-Vildagliptin nanoparticles (CS-VLD NPs) were developed by simple desolvation technique. A 32 factorial design and response surface methodology were used for optimization. The prepared nanoparticles underwent characterization to determine their particle size (PS), polydispersity index (PDI), entrapment efficiency (EE), FTIR, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), in vitro drug release, and release kinetics. A 3-month accelerated stability study was performed for the optimized formulation (N6). The PDI value of CS-VLD NPs was varied from 0.24 ± 0.025 to 0.39 ± 0.037, while the PSs were ranged from 118.24 ± 2.26 nm to 232.84 ± 6.79 nm. The EE values were varied from 26.54 ± 3.61 to 51.57% ± 1.52%. FTIR study had shown the compatibility of drug and polymer. TEM images were shown spherical-shaped nanoparticles. During the in vitro drug release study, sustained drug release was found up to 24 hours, followed by Higuchi kinetics. During the stability study, the optimized (N6) formulation proved its stability. The study concludes that the developed CS-VLD NPs may be a more effective approach than conventional drug delivery for the sustained release of Vildagliptin in the treatment of diabetes mellitus.
Rhizospheric actinomycetes from turmeric (Curcuma longa L.): Isolation, detection of the biosynthetic gene clusters, and anticancer activity against T47D cancer cells
Authors: Sari Aniska Novita , Achnafani Dini , Budiarti Mery , Haryanti Sari , Widodo Harto , Wijayanti Nastiti , Retnaningrum Endah
Published: December 2024

This study investigates actinomycete bacteria in the rhizosphere of turmeric rhizomes, which can produce bioactive compounds like their host, particularly those with anticancer properties. The main goals were to isolate these bacteria, analyze their biosynthetic gene clusters (BGCs), and test their effects on T47D cancer cells. We identified seven isolates, revealing three BGC combinations of PKS1, PKS2, and non-ribosomal peptide synthetase. Notably, isolate TC-ARCL7, which had both PKS1 and PKS2 genes, demonstrated significant anticancer activity against T47D cells, with an IC50 of 0.2 μg/ml, much more potent than Doxorubicin (7.9 μg/ml), curcumin (23.13 μg/ ml), and turmeric ethanol extract (50 μg/ml). This isolate was closely related to Kitasatospora misakiensis or Kitasatospora purpeofusca, with 99.08% sequence similarity. The findings highlight that similar BGCs do not always correlate with anticancer activity and suggest the potential for developing new pharmaceutical compounds.
Presencia de topillo de Cabrera Iberomys cabrerae en el interior de una planta solar fotovoltaica en el noroeste de Extremadura
Authors: Ortega Alfredo , Casado Susana , Hernández M. Ángel , Martín Santiago
Published: December 2024

Between September 2022 and June 2023, a population of Iberomys cabrerae was monitored on the site of the Oriol solar photovoltaic plant (Ceclavín, Cáceres) in order to analyse the evolution of the species after the energy infrastructure owned by Iberdrola was put into operation. The areas of potential habitat were mapped, characterised and sampled for signs that the species was present (runways, latrines, tunnels…). These were common and easily located. At the same time, photo-trapping cameras were installed and distributed throughout the different patches of vegetation occupied by Cabrera voles, yielding almost a thousand images and videos. A total of 19 areas were selected, 17 of which gave positive results, representing a substantial improvement over the sampling carried out prior to the construction of the plant. The observed expansion appears to be related to the disappearance of several risk factors following the construction of the energy infrastructure and the start of production. These include, in particular, the removal of cattle, the disappearance of agricultural activity (cereal crops) and the effective control of wildfires, substantially improving not only the matrix involving the hygrophilous grasslands occupied by the Cabrera vole, but also the sedge grasslands.