bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
AI-Enabled Optimization of University of Cebu Computer Laboratories: A Sit-in Reservation and Monitoring System for Enhanced Resource Management
Authors: Bermudez Leo , Salimbangon Jeff , Basabe Neil , Amores Jennifer
Published: December 2024

In an era where technological advancements are reshaping various sectors, including education, Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers significant potential to enhance resource management in academic institutions. This study focuses on optimizing the computer laboratory sit-in reservation and monitoring process at the University of Cebu - Main Campus, College of Computer Studies. The current manual system presents inefficiencies, such as difficulty in scheduling, suboptimal utilization of resources, and lack of real-time monitoring. To address these challenges, this research proposes the development of an AI-enabled Sit-in Reservation and Monitoring System designed to streamline reservation processes, optimize resource allocation, and provide real-time visibility into laboratory usage. The system aims to achieve four key objectives: creating a user-friendly reservation interface, developing an AI-based algorithm to optimize computer resource allocation, implementing a real-time monitoring dashboard, and evaluating the system’s effectiveness based on user feedback and performance metrics. This AI-driven solution is expected to enhance the student experience by improving accessibility and reducing wait times, while also enabling better resource management through data-driven decision-making. By maximizing the utilization of available resources, the system offers cost savings and operational efficiency improvements for the college. The study's scope is limited to the College of Computer Studies’ computer laboratory and focuses on optimizing the sit-in reservation and monitoring processes.
Navigating Sustainability in The Tourism and Hospitality Industry: An Exploratory Study of Sustainable Practices, Antecedents and Effects.
Authors: Mohammad Abul Basher Rasel  , Md Tanvir Hasan Siddiqi
Published: December 2024

In light of sustainability seated in front-row in the tourism and hospitality industries, organizations are motivated to adopt green practices to meet consumer consumption needs along with societal and environmental responsibilities. The research contributes qualitatively to the way in which industry practitioners initiate change, the reasons for it and how they go about doing this, along with challenges met. This paper pinpoints major trends that underscore the current sustainability landscape in tourism and hospitality based on interviews with managers, sustainability officers, and frequent patrons. Results indicate that sustainability programs help improve customer contentment, encourage functional efficiency, and increase brand position, however, also incur limitations including cost barriers and mandate training. The study indicates that even after positive initial experiences using sustainable practices, stakeholders need ongoing support to maintain sustainable behavior within this area.
Influence of Manaoag Church in Tourist Motivation towards Religious Tourism
Authors: Quizon Maureen , Merida Lyka , Sutiangso Julliana Gweneth , Cidro Michelle , Aycocho Angelica Denise
Published: December 2024

This research delves into the aspects of Religious Tourism. In the Philippines, the abundance of religious sites and activities plays an important role in fostering pilgrimage and enhancing the significance of religious tourism. This study examines the influence of Manaoag Church on tourists’ travel motivation. The primary aim of this study is to know the influence of Manaoag Church on tourist motivation towards Religious Tourism. A descriptive research approach and quantitative method were used for this study. In addition, the researchers conducted a convenience sampling survey with a total of 400 respondents, specifically 400 tourists visiting Manaoag Church. The study adapts the theory of Icek Ajzen – Theory of Planned Behavior and John Crompton – Destination Image Theory. The TPB is utilized to explore the motivations that drive tourists to visit the Manaoag Church, focusing on how attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control influence their intentions. Concurrently, Destination Image Theory is applied to assess how the Manaoag Church influences tourist motivations through beliefs, emotions, and behaviors. Based on the results, the researchers were able to identify the motivation of the tourists to visit Manaoag Church regarding leisure, perceived benefits, perceived risks, family and peer influence, religious community influence, accessibility of religious sites, financial resources, and previous experience. It showed that the majority of the visitors were females who are 21–30 years old, who are Roman Catholic and visited the site 1-3 times per year. It was also revealed that there was no significant difference in the respondents’ assessment of the influence of Manaoag Church in the tourist motivation towards religious tourism when grouped according to frequency of visit in terms of beliefs, emotions, and behavior. In other words, whether a respondent has visited the church once, several times, or more frequently, their assessment of the church’s influence on their motivation remains consistent. This could indicate that Manaoag Church’s role in religious tourism has a universal appeal or significance, transcending the number of visits a person has made.
PERFORMANCE EVALLUATION OF IMPUTATION-BASED ESTIMATORS FOR NON-RESPONSE AND MEASUREMENT ERROR CHALLENGES
Authors: Joseph O. A. , Shehu B. A.
Published: December 2024

This study aims to develop a robust class of estimators designed to address non-response and measurement erros, which frequently complicate data collection in mdeical and social science research. By employing call-back and imputation schemes, the proposed estimators enhance efficiency and accuracy. We derived properties such as bias and mean squared error using Taylor's series explansion and testes their consistenct. An empirical study with simulated data rfom vaious distributions revealed that the proposed estimators outperform existing ones. Thus, these modified classes are recommended for practical application in data analysis, especially in the presence of non-reponse and measurement errors.
Unjuk Kerja Pembangkit Listrik Tenaga Uap
Authors: Sandi Rizky Wira , Sunanda Wahri , Puriza M. Yonggi
Published: December 2024

Pemanfaatan limbah padat kelapa sawit PT Bumi Sawit Sukses Pratama di Provinsi Kepulauan Bangka Belitung). sebagai sumber bahan baku energi listrik menjadi salah satu pilihan diantara sumber energi baru lainnya untuk memenuhi kebutuhan energi listrik selain bersumber dari PLN. Untuk pembangkit listrik tenaga uap yang dijalankan,  sistem didukung oleh turbin dengan kapasitas 2 MW dan 2 unit boiler dengan kapasitas masing-masing 45 ton/jam yang dioperasikan secara bergantian. Efisiensi boiler unit 1 terendah didapat 39% dan  tertinggi  49%. Sedangkan efisiensi terendah pada boiler unit 2  yakni 39% dan tertinggi 49%. Kemudian untuk produksi uap pada boiler unit 1 tertinggi 34.300 kg/jam dan terendah 27.500 kg/jam. Lalu untuk produksi uap boiler unit 2 tertinggi 34.800 kg/jam dan terendah 27.500 kg/jam
Marginalization of Farmers in Sustaining Their Livelihoods Due to the Development of Yogyakarta International Airport, Indonesia
Authors: Napsiah Napsiah , Hanjarwati Astri
Published: December 2024

The development of the Yogyakarta International Airport aims to push the community’s economy. However, in practice, it faces failure. The land expansion needed for the airport operation has caused a loss of the source of income for the farmers nearby and the moving of their residences. Meanwhile, no working sites are accessible to the farmers where they are relocated. This study reveals the marginalization of farmers in maintaining their source of livelihood around the construction site of the Yogyakarta International Airport. This study uses interview methods, indirect observation, and document studies. The findings in this study are: the farmers experience marginalization in accessing work, land, and capital. They then experience uncertainty in income and loss of creativity as farmers. Therefore, the development of the airport has marginalized the farmers. This is an indicator of the failure of development goals. Therefore, a policy is needed to provide agricultural land for farmers to manage and get a source of livelihood.
The Arithmetica of Diophantus: A Complete Translation and Commentary by Jean Christianidis and Jeffrey Oaks
Authors: Sidoli Nathan
Published: December 2024

This book is not only an excellent translation and study of the extant Greek and Arabic sources for Diophantus’ Arithmetica, it is also an important piece of scholarship in the history of premodern mathematics. The historiographic significance of this book comes from both its argument for the place of the Arithmetica in our understanding of the history of algebra and from the methodologies that the authors employ in order to make their case.
Interoperability between mobile money agents and choice of network operators: the case of Tanzania
Authors:   University of Warsaw, Faculty of Economic Sciences, University of Cape Town, School of Economics, Grzybowski Lukasz , Lindlacher Valentin ,   TU Dresden, Mothobi Onkokame ,   University of Witwatersrand
Published: December 2024

In this paper, we investigate the effects of non-exclusive agreements between networks of
mobile money agents on mobile network operator choices, using survey data from Tanzania
conducted in 2017. By combining survey responses with geo-location data and information
on agent proximity, we employ discrete choice models to analyze consumers’ decisions in
subscribing to mobile network operators and their corresponding mobile money providers.
Our findings highlight the significant influence of the distance to mobile money agents on
consumers’ subscription choices. To explore the impact of interoperability (non-exclusivity)
at the mobile money agent level, where consumers can use the nearest agent from any
mobile money provider, we assess its effects on market shares of mobile network operators.
Our results indicate that interoperability at the agent level has only a minor impact on
market shares. Smaller operators experience marginal gains as their consumers can now
utilize agents of larger providers, which are often closer in proximity. In conclusion, we find
that interoperability at the agent level does not considerably alter the market structure in
the context Tanzania during the period under consideration.
Study of Iron Deficiency Anemia in First Three Trimesters of Pregnant Women During in RAMADAN: A Prospective Study
Authors:   Department of Anesthesiology, University of Sabratha, Faculty of Medical Technology, Sabu, Sabratha, Libya, Ali Ebshena Ahmed , M Alsayeh Zubaeda ,   Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Zubaeda Alsayeh, University of Zawia, Faculty of Pharmacy, Az Zawiyah, Libya
Published: December 2024

Background: Iron deficiency is defined as a condition in which Hemoglobin (Hb) level in the body is lower than normal, which
results in decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of red blood cells to tissues, Pregnant women with Iron Deficiency Anemia are
at a higher risk of postpartum hemorrhage.
Methods: This study was a prospective analytical study conducted at the Sabratha Laboratory from RAMADAN 2021 to 2023.
This study was conducted on all pregnant women with hemoglobin level less than 11 gm/dl in the first trimester and less than
10 gm/dl in the second and third trimesters. Data were 30 cases collected by studying from the Sabratha Laboratory in Libya.
A self-designed questionnaire was used. The questionnaire was translated into the Arabic language for ease of understanding
and administration to study the population.
Conclusion: To improve maternal and fetal outcomes, it is recommended that primary health care has to be strengthened
and high priority has to be given to aspects such as prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment of anemia in pregnancy before
Fasting Ramadan.
Algorithmic Implementation of Visually Guided Interceptive Actions: Enhancing Motion Perception in Virtual and Augmented Reality Systems
Authors:   Ingenieria Mecanica, Universidad de Ingenieria y Tecnologia— UTEC, Lima 15063, Peru, Kim Wangdo , Ortiz Eunice ,   Ingenieria Mecanica, Universidad de Ingenieria y Tecnologia— UTEC, Lima 15063, Peru
Published: December 2024

This research introduces an innovative algorithmic framework designed to enhance motion perception and visually guided
interceptive actions in virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) environments. By applying harmonic ratios and stimulation
invariants, the proposed algorithms enable real-time prediction of interception points and improve the responsiveness of
VR/AR systems. This methodology translates complex theories of visual perception and motion into practical algorithmic
solutions, providing dynamic prediction capabilities critical for applications such as online gaming, virtual simulations, and
neurorehabilitation. Our findings underscore the potential of these algorithms to advance interactive systems, improving user
experiences in immersive virtual environments through more precise and adaptive motion tracking and control. This approach
is particularly relevant for enhancing the realism and efficiency of VR and AR applications in media, online gaming, and
other collaborative digital environments.
Outcome of Wide Local Excision in Idiopathic Granulomatous Mastitis-A Short Observational Study
Authors: Alam Afroza E , Shaheed Nusrat , Khatun Mahabuba , Zaman Mohammed Rashed Uz , Akter Nazneen , Hosen Md Abul
Published: December 2024

Background: Idiopathic granulomatous mastitis is a rare disease of the breast. It is a benign inflammatory lesion characterized by lobulocentric granulomas. Clinically and radiologically it may mimic breast carcinoma.1 Awareness of surgeons, pathologists, and radiologists is essential to avoid unnecessary mastectomies. Objective: This study aimed to investigate the outcome of wide local excision in idiopathic granulomatous mastitis. Method: This hospital based prospective study was done in surgery unit of both govt. and private hospitals, Cumilla, Bangladesh. All patients who were diagnosed with idiopathic granulomatous mastitis during the period of July 2020 to July 2022 were included. Informed consent was taken from the patient before invasive procedures including surgery. Data was analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 24.0 wherever appropriate. Result: Among 17 patients no recurrence was observed in 94% patients who were treated with wide surgical excision during the median follow-up period of 12 months. Conclusion: Patients with idiopathic granulomatous mastitis can present with a wide variety of symptoms which mimic other more common conditions. Surgical management in the form of wide local excision appears to provide the best long term outcome in patients with idiopathic granulomatous mastitis.
Central Medical College Journal Vol 8 No 1 January 2024 Page: 35-37
Australian Meningococcal Surveillance Programme Annual Report, 2023
Authors:   the National Neisseria Network, Australia, Lahra Monica M , George CR Robert , van Hal Sebastiaan J , Hogan Tiffany R
Published: December 2024

In Australia, both probable and laboratory-confirmed cases of invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) are reported to the National Notifiable Diseases Surveillance System (NNDSS). When compared to 2022, the number of IMD notifications in 2023 increased by 14% to 143. Laboratory confirmation of IMD occurred in 140/143 (98%) of these cases, with 64% (90/140) diagnosed by bacterial culture and 36% (50/140) by nucleic acid amplification testing. The serogroup was determined for 96% of laboratory-confirmed cases (134/140): serogroup B (MenB) accounted for 84% of infections (112/134); MenW for 8% (11/134); MenY for 8% (11/134). There were no infections attributed to MenC disease. Fine typing was available on 75% of the cases for which the serogroup was determined (100/134). In MenB isolates, 25 porA types were detected, the most prevalent of which were P1.7-2,4 (32%; 26/82), P1.7,16-26 (16%; 13/82) and P1.22,14 (9%; 7/82). All eight typed MenW infections identified as porA type P1.5,2, with two different multi-locus sequence types (MLST) present: ST-11 (5) and ST-1287 (3) from the clonal complex 11, the hypervirulent strain reported in outbreaks in Australia and overseas. In MenY, the predominant porA type was P1.5-1,10-1 (90%; 9/10), ST-1655 and from clonal complex 23. Peaks of IMD occurred in children aged less than 5 years and in those aged 15–24 years, accounting for 21% (30/140) and 26% (37/140) of laboratory-confirmed cases respectively. In children aged under 5 years, 93% of IMD (27/29) was MenB; in those aged 15–24 years, 100% of IMD (36/36) was MenB, with serogroup not determined for one case in each of these age groups. Of note, 14–15% of IMD occurred in each of the older age groups reported: adults 25–44 years (14%, 19/140), 45–64 years (14%, 20/140), and in those aged 65 years and older (15%, 21/140). Whilst MenB predominated in all age groups, the majority of MenY and MenW IMD cases were reported in adults aged 45 years and older.
Australian Group on Antimicrobial Resistance (AGAR) Australian Enterococcal Surveillance Outcome Program (AESOP) Bloodstream Infection Annual Report 2023
Authors:   the Australian Group on Antimicrobial Resistance, Coombs Geoffrey W , Daley Denise A , Shoby Princy , Form Auriane , Mowlaboccus Shakeel
Published: December 2024

From 1 January to 31 December 2023, fifty-six institutions across Australia participated in the Australian Enterococcal Surveillance Outcome Program (AESOP). The aim of AESOP 2023 was to determine the proportion of enterococcal bacteraemia isolates in Australia that were antimicrobial resistant, and to determine the Enterococcus faecium molecular epidemiology. Of the 1,599 unique episodes of enterococcal bacteraemia investigated, 92.9% were caused by either E. faecalis (51.8%) or E. faecium (41.1%). Ampicillin and vancomycin resistance were not detected in E. faecalis but were detected in 94.2% and 50.8% of E. faecium respectively. Two linezolid-resistant E. faecalis were identified in 2023. Both isolates had linezolid minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) of 6.0 mg/L, were vancomycin susceptible, and harboured the optrA gene. Overall, 53.2% of E. faecium harboured either the vanA or the vanB gene; of these, 27.3% harboured vanA, 72.1% harboured vanB, and 0.6% harboured vanA and vanB. The percentage of vancomycin-resistant E. faecium bacteraemia isolates in Australia remains substantially higher than that recorded in most European countries. The E. faecium isolates consisted of 58 multi-locus sequence types (STs); 85.7% of isolates were classified into seven major STs, each containing ten or more isolates. All major STs belonged to clonal complex (CC) 17, a global hospital-adapted polyclonal E. faecium CC. The major STs (ST78, ST1424, ST17, ST80, ST796, ST1421 and ST555) were found across most regions of Australia, with ST78 identified in all regions. Overall, 58.3% of isolates belonging to the seven major STs harboured the vanA or vanB gene. AESOP 2023 has shown that enterococcal bacteraemia episodes in Australia continues to be frequently caused by polyclonal ampicillin-resistant high-level gentamicin-resistant vanA- or vanB-positive E. faecium which have limited treatment options.
Peran lembaga pemberdayaan masyarakat kelurahan (LPMK) dalam meningkatkan partisipasi masyarakat
Authors: Azkiya Itsnaini Iflachatun , Kriswanto Hendra Dedi
Published: December 2024

Kesejahteraan masyarakat merupakan tujuan utama pembangunan daerah dan nasional, yang memerlukan pembangunan yang menyeluruh dan melibatkan partisipasi masyarakat. Melalui Lembaga Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Kelurahan, pemerintah daerah diberi kewenangan untuk memfasilitasi pembangunan dan pemberdayaan masyarakat. LPMK Kelurahan Candi sempat vakum, namun kembali aktif dalam pembangunan fisik dan pemberdayaan masyarakat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengukur partisipasi masyarakat setelah LPMK aktif kembali, serta peran dan faktor pendukung serta penghambat LPMK dalam meningkatkan partisipasi masyarakat. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif deskriptif dengan informan penelitian yaitu ketua LPMK, 2 anggota LPMK dan 1 masyarakat umum. Data dikumpulkan menggunakan wawancara, observasi dan dokumentasi. Teknik keabsahan data menggunakan triangulasi sumber dan triangulasi teknik. Teknik analisis data meliputi tahap pengumpulan data, reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah partisipasi masyarakat termasuk dalam partisipasi sedang/Degrees of tekonism pada tangga Peredaman (Placation). Peran LPMK sebagai fasilitator, mediator, motivator, dan dinamisator sudah berjalan dengan baik. Faktor pendukung yaitu pola kepemimpinan ketua, anggota LPMK yang solid, bantuan dari mitra. Faktor penghambat yaitu dana dan ada beberapa orang yang tidak sejalan dengan LPMK.
Pembentukan kadarkum PKK desa dalam upaya pencegahan perkawinan anak
Authors: Sirait Resmaya Agnesia Mutiara , Serah Yenny Aman , Setiawati Rini
Published: December 2024

Dalam mendukung pencapaian kesejateraan masyarakat menuju desa sadar hukum, sangat perlu dilakukan sosisalisasi masyarakat. Sosialisasi masyarakat dilakukan dengan melalui metode penyuluhan hukum berupa pendampingan kepada oprganisasi kemasyarakatan yang ada. Berkaitan dengan pencapaian desar sadar hukum, maka diperlukan pembentukan kelompok keluarga sadar hukum (kadarkum) dengan pelibatan peran dari organiasi Pemberdayaan Kesejahteraan Keluarga (PKK). Salah satu bagian dimensi implementasi hukum untuk pemenuhan indeks pencapaian desa sadar hukum yang harus dicapai adalah tidak adanya angka perkawinan anak di desa, realitasnya masih adanya perkawianan anak yang terjadi di Desa Arang Limbung. Pengabdian ini berkerjasama dengan TP PKK Desa Arang Limbung yang berjumlah 30 orang. Hasil pengabdian ini menunjukan perlu dilakukan pendampingan terhadap anak dan orangtua di desa, selain itu terbentuknya kelompok kadarkum oleh PKK desa sebagai penyuluh desa untuk membantu pelaksanaan upaya pencapaian desa sadar hukum dalam memaksimalkan pencegahan perkawinan anak. Melalui pendampingan terhadap PKK Desa Arang limbung, maka diharapkan dapat melakukan komunikasi dan edukasi kepada masyarakat setempat mengenai Gerakan Cegah Perkawinan Anak (CEPAK).
Meningkatkan literasi perbankan untuk UMKM melalui diseminasi kredit usaha rakyat
Authors: Rimenda Tetty , Efriyanto  , Farhani Nuraeni Hadiati , Bidhari Sandhika Cipta , Hamonangan Edward Hot , Fitriah Hanifah Rahmah , Khaerunnisa Siti Nur
Published: December 2024

Depok sebagai kota penyangga Jakarta memiliki UMKM yang cukup banyak. UMKM di Depok tergabung dalam Perkumpulan Jaringan Wirausaha Anak Negeri (Jawara) Kota Depok dengan anggota kurang lebih 5.000 anggota. 70% dari anggota Jawara Depok bergerak di bidang kuliner. Tiga tahun terakhir terjadi penurunan jumlah UMKM, karena banyak UMKM yang bangkrut. Untuk menginvestasi penyebab bangkrutnya UMKM digunakan metode PAR (Participatory Action Research), kemudian menetapkan prioritas permasalahan. Dari hasil investigasi diketahui bahwa mayoritas UMKM tidak mampu membayar pinjaman kepada pihak ketiga karena biaya bunganya mahal. Untuk mengatasi permasalahan itu Prodi Sarjana Terapan Keuangan dan Perbankan melakukan sosialisasi literasi perbankan KUR. KUR dapat dijadikan sebagai alternatif pemenuhan modal yang murah untuk para UMKM. Kegiatan dilaksanakan pada tanggal 6 Juni 2024 di Gedung Serba Guna, Politeknik Negeri Jakarta yang diikuti oleh 33 UMKM. Dalam hal narasumber tim bekerjasama dengan BRI cabang Margonda Depok yang membawahi bidang KUR. Dari hasil sosialisasi, UMKM memperoleh informasi tentang KUR 2024 dan syarat memperoleh KUR. Kegiatan ini dapat mengubah persepsi UMKM tentang sulitnya memperoleh KUR. Dengan adanya perubahan sudut pandang tentang KUR, maka dapat memotivasi UMKM untuk terus berkembang lebih baik ke depannya.
Transformasi pelayanan digital terpadu dalam penerapan sistem pemerintahan berbasis elektronik
Authors: Maryuni Sri , Pardi  , Darmawan Deni , Apriyani Eka , Rudianto  , Zesa Putri , Selpiani Wanda
Published: December 2024

Transformasi digital di Dinas Perpustakaan dan Kearsipan Kabupaten Kubu Raya menghadapi tantangan yang signifikan, terutama dalam kaitannya dengan keterbatasan sumber daya, teknis, finansial, dan infrastruktur. Penerapan Sistem Pemerintahan Berbasis Elektronik (SPBE) bertujuan untuk meningkatkan efisiensi, transparansi, dan kualitas layanan publik. Melalui pendekatan Participatory Action Research (PAR) dan Focus Group Discussion (FGD), berbagai masalah dapat diidentifikasi, termasuk kurangnya keterampilan staf dalam pengelolaan teknologi digital dan terbatasnya pendanaan. Hasil FGD menunjukkan bahwa meskipun terdapat hambatan, strategi implementasi dapat difokuskan pada pelatihan teknis, integrasi sistem layanan, dan kolaborasi dengan universitas serta sektor-sektor swasta yang ada. Pelatihan staf perpustakaan mengenai teknologi digital diharapkan dapat meningkatkan kemampuan teknis mereka dalam mendukung transformasi pelayanan digital. Selain itu, perlu adanya upaya pencarian sumber pendanaan alternatif seperti hibah dan sponsor untuk mendukung keberlanjutan program ini. Hasil evaluasi dari kegiatan PKM ini menunjukkan peningkatan pemahaman akan pentingnya transformasi digital dan langkah-langkah konkret yang dapat dilakukan, meskipun realisasi penuh membutuhkan dukungan lebih lanjut dari pihak-pihak terkait.
Pengembangan usaha rumah potong unggas dalam upaya menjamin peredaran daging unggas halal dan meningkatkan kesehatan masyarakat veteriner
Authors: 'Ula Ahmad Nilnal Munachifdlil , Yasin Rozaq M. , Arrohman Sigit
Published: December 2024

Kebutuhan akan daging unggas yang halal, sehat, memenuhi kriteria kesmavet tidak hanya untuk masyarakat muslim, tetapi juga masyarakat non-muslim.  Selama ini pelaku usaha rumah potong unggas masih belum sepenuhnya mengetahui tentang kewajiban jaminan halal akan produksi dagingnya dan juga kesehatan masyarakat veteriner. Alasan yang dikemukakan yaitu karena faktor ketidaktahuan, syarat yang tidak mudah dan juga lokasi usaha yang belum memenuhi kriteria. Mitra pelaku usaha yaitu pengusaha rumah potong unggas di Pasar Bareng Kudus. Metode yang digunakan dalam pengabdian ini yaitu metode Asset Based Community Development (ABCD). Pengabdian ini meliputi beberapa tahapan 1) Sosialisasi; 2) Pelatihan; 3) Penerapan teknologi; 4) Pendampingan dan Evaluasi dan 3) Keberlanjutan program yang bertujuan untuk meningkatkan usaha mitra. Hasil pengabdian ini menunjukkan mitra memiliki pengetahuan tentang standar halal, kesmavet dan mesin bubut semi-otomatis sesuai dengan jenis unggas yang disembelih. Mitra jadi lebih mengetahui tentang cara memenuhi syarat teknis dan higiene dalam upaya menyediakan daging unggas halal di masyarakat.
The Students’ Perception of Using Visual Literacy in English Language Learning: A Descriptive Study
Authors: Fauzi Fatih Al , Saputri Anggun , Sabartono Ribut
Published: December 2024

English as a global lingua franca presents challenges for students in understanding the language in Indonesia, where English is taught as a foreign language. This study aims to explore students' perceptions of the use of visual literacy in English language learning. The use of visual literacy, such as images and videos, has been shown to help improve students' comprehension and engagement in the learning process. The research method used is a descriptive qualitative approach involving seventh-grade students at a middle school in Jember, Indonesia. Data were collected through observations and interviews. The results showed that visual literacy has a positive impact on students' understanding of English language material. Students find it easier to grasp concepts when supported by visual media. Additionally, the use of visual literacy also increases students' motivation and interest in learning, making the learning process more interactive and enjoyable. In the independent curriculum, English language learning encompasses six skills: listening, speaking, reading, writing, reflecting, and presenting, all of which can be supported by the use of visual literacy. Visual literacy not only facilitates the understanding of vocabulary but also encourages students to think critically and creatively through visual interpretation. This creates a more dynamic learning environment and fosters active participation from students. The conclusion of this study is that visual literacy can be an effective tool in enhancing the quality of English language learning, particularly in helping students to understand or remember vocabulary and enhancing students’ English language skills.
Learning Speaking Through Podcast For FLDP Students Of English Department At IAIN Madura
Authors: Firdausiyah Firdausiyah , Rohaniyah Jaftiyatur
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the use of podcasts as a teaching media for developing speaking skills among FLDP students, FLDP is foreign Language Development Program which is provided for a fresh students at IAIN Madura. There are some specific topic as: self introduction, My Family, My Hobby, My Job, and My Campus as the theme of podcast. Podcast provides a flexible platform that promotes fluency, accuracy, and communicative competence. The research problem focusing on identifying how podcast tasks enhance speaking skills. A qualitative study approach was taken as the research method, with data collected through observation and documentation. Twenty five students were divided into several groups. The data were analyzed using Miles and Huberman's model, which includes data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that podcasts not only enhance students' speaking abilities but also foster engagement and confidence in language use. It suggests that podcasts can be a valuable tool for EFL classrooms. In conclusion, Incorporating podcasts into EFL classrooms appears to be a promising method for improving speaking skills and fostering a positive learning environment.
Metaphorical Expression in John Clare's Poems: I Am, The Skylark, and Remembrances
Authors: Fauzi Fadilah Nur , Wibowo Hanafi
Published: December 2024

This study investigates “Metaphorical Expression in John Clare’s Poems: I Am, The Skylark and Remembrances.” The purpose of this study is to identify the types of metaphors in John Clare’s selected works. This research adopts a qualitative approach. Data collection involved accessing the texts of these poems through reliable online literary archives, articles, and books during the research period of May to July 2024. The researcher conducted a close reading of each poem to document metaphorical expressions, which were then classified into Structural, Orientational, or Ontological types based on Lakoff and Johnson’s framework. A total of 11 metaphors were identified: 4 Ontological (36.4%), 3 Structural (27.3%), and 4 Orientational (36.4%). The most frequently used type of metaphor was Ontological Metaphors and Orientational Metaphors, reflecting Clare’s technique of personifying abstract concepts like sorrow and memory. This study highlights Clare’s mastery of metaphor to explore themes of identity and nature, offering a detailed view of his poetic style.
Disruption in sustainability transitions
Authors: Kivimaa Paula , Lonkila Annika , Kaljonen Minna
Published: December 2024

Sustainability transitions have often been described to involve ‘disruptions’. However, many writings in this field have been rather imprecise about what disruption means in the context of transitions, beyond the disruption of status quo. In the literature, references to disruptions have ranged from a discourse on disruptive niche innovations (Wilson & Tyfield 2018) to disruptive landscape influences (Geels & Schot 2007). A systematic literature review conducted in 2020 revealed that the conceptualisation of disruption was often imprecise and empirical studies were oriented to the energy sector (Kivimaa et al. 2021). In this chapter, we build on this definition of disruption and complement the understanding by reviewing the most recent literature on disruption, adding to the initial review comprising 47 articles. This chapter provides much-needed clarity on the conceptual confusion that has ensued, and evaluates the links between the concept of disruption, and the ways in which mainstream technologies, practices and business models in socio-technical regimes need to be phased-out (Phil Johnstone & Hielscher 2017; Koretsky & van Lente 2020), destabilised (Karltorp & Sandén 2012; Turnheim & Geels 2013; Turnheim 2022) or decline (Koretsky et al. 2022; Novalia et al. 2022; Rosenbloom and Rinscheid 2020). We end by examining the relevance of the concept of disruption to emerging scholarly and societal debate on just transitions.
Mitigating Carbon Emissions: Market-Based vs Technology Support Policies
Authors: Akbulut Hale
Published: December 2024

Various policy instruments are being used to reduce carbon emissions, which are the root cause of climate change. This study aims to empirically test the impact of market-based policies and technological support programs on carbon emissions and to reveal which policy is more effective in mitigation. For this purpose, the dataset of 19 OECD countries for the period 1994-2019 was used. The results of the study confirm that the policy coefficients vary across the values of the dependent variable. Accordingly, market-based policy stringency is effective in reducing emissions, and the effect increases at high carbon values. No significant effects were found for technology support programs.
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The Twin Deficits and the New Cambridge Approach: estimating the private expenditure equation for Brazil (2001-2018)
Authors: Manera Longhi Giuliano , José Pereira Adriano , Ricardo Feistel Paulo
Published: December 2024

The twin deficit hypothesis is a theoretical proposition that seeks to establish the causal relationship between the public budget and the external sector’s balance, the current account balance. Empirical studies try to gauge the causal relationship between the two balances, but the evidence does not form a consensus. This paper provides a critique of the methodology of such estimations, which do not elaborate on empirical, theoretical and methodological arguments to construct the econometric models for estimations. Conversely, we provide an alternative approach based on the modern New Cambridge approach, which does not assume the private sector as constant over time, to estimate a private expenditure equation for Brazil using quarterly data from 2001 to 2018. Results found agree with the critique to not assume the private sector as constant when constructing econometric models for Brazil in attempting to gauge at the causal relationship between the public budget and the current account balance. The private sector expenditure proves statistically significant with the stock of financial assets, stable relationship between private expenditure and private disposable income of the New Cambridge hypothesis, and that the housing sector is important in explaining private expenditure in the long run for Brazil.
ENHANCING NURSE-PATIENT COMMUNICATION: A COMPREHENSIVE SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF EFFECTIVE STRATEGIES
Authors: Suraya Citra , Tukimin bin Sansuwito  , Regidor III Poblete Dioso  , Aris Citra Wisuda
Published: December 2024

Background: Practical communication skills are imperative in nursing to ensure patient safety and comfort. Studies reveal that nurses often fail to implement therapeutic communication fully, resulting in dissatisfaction from beginning to end patient care. Objective: This study seeks to pinpoint strategies to enhance nurses' communication proficiency with patients. Method: Employing a systematic review approach, this research delved into journals archived in the EBSCO E. Journal, Elsevier Science Direct, Pubmed, CINAHL Complete, and Google Scholar databases, alongside nursing management and leadership literature. The operational definition encapsulates the endeavors undertaken by nurses to refine communication strategies with their patients. The study was conducted across diverse clinics and hospitals, encompassing all nurses within these settings, with the research sample comprising those lacking robust communication strategies. Data was gathered through the administration of questionnaires and the utilization of observation sheets. Results: Findings underscored that training initiatives bolstered nurses' confidence in delivering comprehensive patient care. Furthermore, culturally sensitive communication skill guides proved instrumental in augmenting nurse-patient communication and patient satisfaction. Moreover, tailored therapeutic communication programs designed for pediatric nurses yielded favorable outcomes, fostering secure and healthy interactions, nurturing trust, and expediting recovery. Short workshops emerged as another effective avenue for refining nurses' communication skills. Consequently, implementing training sessions, comprehensive guides, specialized programs, and brief workshops is pivotal in elevating communication between nurses and patients.
A systematic review of age-structured malaria transmission models (2019–2024)
Authors: Dinsa Dechasa Wegi , Keno Temesgen Duressa , Deressa Chernet Tuge
Published: December 2024

Malaria remains a serious and potentially fatal vector-borne disease, consistently ranking among the world’s deadliest infections. This study presents a systematic review of age-structured malaria transmission models. Articles were sourced from PubMed, Google Scholar, and the Research Gate Library, resulting in the identification and inclusion of eleven papers in the review. The findings highlight that children under the age of five are more susceptible to malaria than adults, due to their still-developing immune systems. The highest rates of morbidity and mortality are seen in youngsters, pregnant women, and people with impaired immune systems, making age structure a critical factor in the spread of malaria within populations. Personal protection and vector control are key strategies in reducing the transmission of malaria in communities. The study also suggests that the use of fractional operators in modeling could offer new insights into the dynamics of malaria transmission and potential control strategies.
Evaluation method of Driver’s olfactory preferences: a machine learning model based on multimodal physiological signals
Authors: Tang Bangbei , Zhu Mingxin , Hu Zhian , Ding Yongfeng , Chen Shengnan , Li Yan
Published: December 2024

Introduction

Assessing the olfactory preferences of drivers can help improve the odor environment and enhance comfort during driving. However, the current evaluation methods have limited availability, including subjective evaluation, electroencephalogram, and behavioral action methods. Therefore, this study explores the potential of autonomic response signals for assessing the olfactory preferences.

Methods

This paper develops a machine learning model that classifies the olfactory preferences of drivers based on physiological signals. The dataset used for training in this study comprises 132 olfactory preference samples collected from 33 drivers in real driving environments. The dataset includes features related to heart rate variability, electrodermal activity, and respiratory signals which are baseline processed to eliminate the effects of environmental and individual differences. Six types of machine learning models (Logistic Regression, Support Vector Machine, Decision Tree, Random Forest, K-Nearest Neighbors, and Naive Bayes) are trained and evaluated on this dataset.

Results

The results demonstrate that all models can effectively classify driver olfactory preferences, and the decision tree model achieves the highest classification accuracy (88%) and F1-score (0.87). Additionally, compared with the dataset without baseline processing, the model’s accuracy increases by 3.50%, and the F1-score increases by 6.33% on the dataset after baseline processing.

Conclusions

The combination of physiological signals and machine learning models can effectively classify drivers' olfactory preferences. Results of this study can provide a comprehensive understanding on the olfactory preferences of drivers, ultimately enhancing driving comfort.
Differentiation ability of hematopoietic stem cells and mesenchymal stem cells isolated from human peripheral blood
Authors: Samundeshwari Echambadi Loganathan , Kattaru Surekha , Kodavala Sireesha , Chandrasekhar Chodimella , Sarma Potukuchi Venkata Gurunadha Krishna
Published: December 2024

Human hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) and mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are the major stem cells of the bone marrow and are usually isolated from the peripheral blood. In the present study, we isolated these stem cells by an apheresis method from a donor who was administered granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF). In vitro propagation of these stem cells showed a plastic-adherence property expressing CD73 and CD105 surface markers, which is a characteristic feature of MSCs. HSCs are non-adherent cells growing as a suspension culture, expressing CD150, CD133, CD34, and CD45 on their surface, which regulate the quiescence nature, and they derive energy from anaerobic glycolysis. The HSCs grow slowly compared to MSCs, are more viable, and survive for long periods under in vitro conditions, which are due to the expression of telomerase, BCL2, and Notch1 genes. The poor viability of MSCs in the culture due to the prominent expression of apoptotic genes BAX, caspase-3, and caspase-9 leads to rapid apoptosis. This was evident even in cells (astrocytes, osteocytes, and beta cells of the islets of Langerhans) differentiated from HSCs and MSCs, thus highlighting the importance of HSCs, the naive stem cells, in regeneration of tissues.
Ferroptosis and its role in osteoarthritis: mechanisms, biomarkers, and therapeutic perspectives
Authors: Lu Shanyu , Liu Zhenyu , Qi Meiling , Wang Yingchao , Chang Le , Bai Xiaolong , Jiao Yingguang , Chen Xinyao , Zhen Junping
Published: December 2024

Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, characterized by a complex pathological process involving cartilage degradation, synovial inflammation, and subchondral bone remodeling. In recent years, ferroptosis, a form of programmed cell death driven by iron-dependent lipid peroxidation, has been recognized as playing a critical role in the onset and progression of OA. Investigating the molecular mechanisms of ferroptosis and its involvement in OA may offer novel strategies for diagnosing and treating this disease. This review first outlines the core mechanisms of ferroptosis, with a particular focus on the roles of critical molecules such as Glutathione Peroxidase 4 (GPX4), Transferrin Receptor 1 (TfR1), and Nuclear Receptor Coactivator 4 (NCOA4). Subsequently, this study examines the specific impacts of ferroptosis on the pathophysiology of OA. Building on this, the potential of ferroptosis-related biomarkers for OA diagnosis and treatment is highlighted, along with proposed therapeutic strategies targeting ferroptosis regulation. This review aims to deepen the understanding of ferroptosis mechanisms and advance the clinical application of regulatory therapies for OA.
Identification and characterization of a Relish-type NF-κB, DvRelish, in Dermacentor variabilis in response to Rickettsia rickettsii infection
Authors: Fongsaran Chanida , Verhoeve Victoria I. , Jirakanwisal Krit , Harris Emma K. , Macaluso Kevin R.
Published: December 2024

Ixodid ticks serve as hosts and transmission vectors for several obligate intracellular bacteria, including members of the spotted fever group (SFG) of Rickettsia. Although ticks generate an immune response to bacterial insults, many of the signaling molecules associated with the response and how they may contribute to vector competence for Rickettsia are undefined. In this study, we isolated a full-length dvrelish transcript from Dermacentor variabilis, which encoded a Relish-type NF-κB. The presence of a canonical Rel homology domain (RHD) consistent with NF-κB proteins suggested a role in tick immune response for DvRelish. The expression of DvRelish was confirmed in tick tissues and fluorescent microscopy of tick hemocytes indicated increased expression following infection with Rickettsia as compared to a non-tick-borne bacterial pathogen. To further determine the effect of dvRelish gene knockdown on rickettsial infection, we used RNA interference-mediated gene knockdown in D. variabilis and demonstrated that transcription of dvRelish was decreased after 24 h post-injection of siRNA. We then assessed the response of D. variabilis when exposed to Rickettsia rickettsii and determined that transcription of dvRelish was inversely associated with rickettsial loads at 48 h post-exposure. Further studies are required to broaden the understanding of differential immune responses in ticks to SFG Rickettsia infection and elucidate the role played by the arthropod immune system in vector competence.
Characterization of glycogen-related glycoside hydrolase glgX and glgB from Klebsiella pneumoniae and their roles in biofilm formation and virulence
Authors: Liu Xinyue , Li Jialin , Wu Ruibing , Bai Liping
Published: December 2024

Glycogen is a polymer used by bacteria to store excess glucose, playing a crucial role in bacterial growth, stress resistance, biofilm formation, and virulence. In bacteria, the glycoside hydrolase family 13 protein are involved in the synthesis and metabolism of glycogen, respectively. The absence of these enzymes leads to changes in bacterial glycogen content, thereby affecting the growth metabolism of the strain. To date, research on the roles of these glycogen-related glycoside hydrolase genes in the synthesis metabolism and bacterial phenotypes of Klebsiella pneumoniae has been limited. In this study, we characterized the glycogen-related glycoside hydrolase genes glgB and glgX of K. pneumoniae. We found that both enzymes exhibited significant degradation activity against glycogen substrates and were capable of degrading amylopectin, amylose, and pullulan. The optimal temperatures for GlgB and GlgX were both in the range of 35-40°C, with optimal pH values of 7.5 and 7.0, respectively, and they exhibited high stability at 37°C. Subsequently, we deleted the glgB and glgX genes in K. pneumoniae. The deletion of the glgB gene resulted in a decrease in the growth rate of the bacteria and defected glycogen synthesis. In contrast, the deletion of the glgX gene slightly accelerated the growth rate and led to continuous glycogen accumulation. In terms of biofilm formation and virulence, defects in glycogen synthesis impeded biofilm formation and virulence, while continuous glycogen accumulation did not affect biofilm formation but slightly increased virulence. In conclusion, the glgB and glgX genes are essential for the glycogen synthesis and metabolism in K. pneumoniae and further influence the biofilm formation capacity and virulence.