bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Late Middle Pleistocene Tectonic Inversion in the Mazarron Graben (Betic Cordillera, SE Iberia)
Authors: Insua-Arevalo Juan Miguel , García-Mayordomo Julián , Sánchez-Roldán José Luis , Gómez-Novell Octavi , Baize Stéphane , Jomard Hervé , Martínez-Díaz José J. , Canora-Catalán Carolina , Herrero-Barbero Paula , Banda Raquel Martín , Medialdea Alicia , Masana Eulàlia
Published: August 2023

The Carrascoy and Palomares faults are two major active faults of the
Eastern Betic Shear Zone (SE Iberia), both controlling conspicuous
mountain fronts. However, the area in between both faults, corresponding
to the Mazarron Graben (MG), is a nearly flat plain bounded by a relief
of smooth hills whose tectonic origin and evolution remains uncertain.
By means of a morphotectonic analysis, geophysical survey and
paleoseismological trenching we point out that this is area of
distributed deformation controlled by folds of variable amplitude
nucleated in high angle reverse faults with sinistral component without
a well-defined deformation front. The MG developed a marine basin during
the Upper Miocene evolving into an alluvial environment with calcrete
pedogenic development through the Pleistocene, which formed a tableland
landscape that favors the identification of tectonic structures. In this
study we demonstrate how some of the ancient normal faults controlling
the graben were reactivated as reverse during the late Middle
Pleistocene within a regional frame of positive tectonic inversion. Such
inversion is evidenced by several emblematic structures: (i) presence of
harpoon folding, and (ii) newly formed high angle reverse faults, which
dips increase and ruptures become younger backwards on the hanging wall.
Based on the timing of the observed deformation, we also suggest that
the onset of the regional tectonic inversion might be related to the
tectonic evolution of the neighboring Carrascoy and Palomares faults,
producing a local stress tensor varying dramatically from extension to
compression within the neotectonic period in a regional convergence
tectonic frame.
Effect of Conventional Lifestyle Interventions on Type 2 Diabetes Incidence by Glucose-Defined Prediabetes Phenotype: An Individual Participant Data Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Authors: Sathish Thirunavukkarasu , Khunti Kamlesh , Narayan K.M. Venkat , Mohan Viswanathan , Davies Melanie J. , Yates Thomas , Oldenburg Brian , Thankappan Kavumpurathu R. , Tapp Robyn J. , Bajpai Ram , Anjana Ranjit Mohan , Weber Mary B. , Ali Mohammed K. , Shaw Jonathan E.
Published: August 2023

OBJECTIVE

To examine whether the effect of conventional lifestyle interventions on type 2 diabetes incidence differs by glucose-defined prediabetes phenotype.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

We searched multiple databases until 1 April 2023 for randomized controlled trials that recruited people with isolated impaired fasting glucose (i-IFG), isolated impaired glucose tolerance (i-IGT), and impaired fasting glucose plus impaired glucose tolerance (IFG+IGT). Individual participant data were pooled from relevant trials and analyzed through random-effects models with use of the within-trial interactions approach.

RESULTS

Four trials with 2,794 participants (mean age 53.0 years, 60.7% men) were included: 1,240 (44.4%), 796 (28.5%), and 758 (27.1%) had i-IFG, i-IGT, and IFG+IGT, respectively. After a median of 2.5 years, the pooled hazard ratio for diabetes incidence in i-IFG was 0.97 (95% CI 0.66, 1.44), i-IGT 0.65 (0.44, 0.96), and IFG+IGT 0.51 (0.38, 0.68; Pinteraction = 0.01).

CONCLUSIONS

Conventional lifestyle interventions reduced diabetes incidence in people with IGT (with or without IFG) but not in those with i-IFG.
Significações de crianças sobre o futuro de educandos com queixas escolares
Authors: Santos Ruzia Chaouchar dos , Andrade Daniela Barros da Silva Freire , Antunes Mitsuko Aparecida Makino
Published: August 2023

Este artigo propõe-se a discutir as significações de crianças sobre o futuro de educandos com queixas escolares. Adota-se como referencial teórico-metodológico os fundamentos da Psicologia histórico-cultural edificada no materialismo histórico-dialético. Foram analisadas as enunciações de crianças de uma escola municipal, situada em Cuiabá-MT. Os procedimentos investigativos se alicerçaram no estudo do tipo etnográfico, utilizando-se da observação participante do cotidiano escolar, combinada com a realização de entrevistas, embasada no pressuposto de promoção de pesquisa com crianças e não sobre elas. Os dados revelaram uma presença significativa da dicotomia bom/mau orientando as significações de educandos(as) nas relações interperssoais estabelecidas com os pares identificados com queixas escolares, que foram objetivadas, simultaneamente, em possibilidades deles virem a ser policiais ou criminosos. Ao mesmo tempo, também sinalizaram a existência, em menor grau, de aspectos que tendem a promover rupturas em antinomias que engendram visões individualizantes dos fenômenos escolares, na medida em que práticas educativas imbuídas por valores humano-genéricos dirigidos ao processo de humanização também foram elementos incorporados em suas explicações sobre as perspectivas de futuro da “criança difícil”.
Characteristics of Students’ Burnout and Perfectionism in China and Russia
Authors: Mikhailova Olga B. , Farennikova Elizaveta S.
Published: August 2023

The problems of studying the relationship between manifestations of perfectionism and emotional burnout are of considerable interest to modern psychology. Prospective participants in such a study are representatives of various professional communities and students as future specialists. The purpose of this work is to consider the manifestations and relationships of emotional burnout, self-esteem, mental states and perfectionism among Russian and Chinese students. A total of 80 people took part in the study (40 Russian and 40 Chinese students). Research Methods applied: 1) multidimensional scale of perfectionism by P. Hewitt and G. Flett, adapted by I.I. Grachev; 2) the burnout questionnaire by K. Maslach adapted by N.E. Vodopyanov; 3) a technique for diagnosing self-assessment of mental states by G. Eysenck. As a result of the use of comparative and correlation types of analysis, intercultural differences and interrelations between the characteristics of perfectionism, self-assessment of the emotional state and characteristics of emotional burnout were found. Respondents from China showed lower results on the “aggressiveness” scale compared to Russian respondents. Russian students showed higher scores on the “anxiety” scale than Chinese students. Meanwhile, Chinese students, compared to Russian respondents, showed higher results in self-confidence and their future. In the course of the study, both groups showed average indicators of rigidity, but the level of rigidity in Russian students was higher than in Chinese students. In conclusion of this scientific study, the main recommendations for the correction of emotional burnout and self-regulation of perfectionism and mental states among students are proposed.
BUILDING AND COMMUNICATING BRAND BY MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES (MSMEs)
Authors: Ananda Yocky Pramudya
Published: August 2023

The role of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the national economy is quite large. The number reached 99.9 percent and employment absorbed 97 percent. At present, SMEs contribute 60.34 percent of GDP.
Business strategies in building business sustainability that develops and differ from time to time require MSMEs to always improve the quality of products or services through continuous improvement so as to encourage increased market share and win the competition. The ability of MSMEs to access and manage various resources is still considered difficult. This view shows the weak foundations of MSMEs in terms of capital and marketing which become obstacles in the face of competition. In the effort to build a UMKM Relativity Business, it is the ability of UMKM to face challenges, obstacles, weaknesses, and limitations that have become strengths and opportunities to compete. The dynamism of the competitive advantage of MSMEs that changes rapidly in meeting demand, the existence of competing products, the application of technology, and the consistency of policies that support MSMEs are factors that influence the survival of MSMEs to dynamically change the buying interest of MSME consumers.
Failure to communicate brands by MSMEs because of the power of digitalization maximized by SMEs. The factors causing the failure of UMKM were due to the lack of knowledge, ability and awareness of UMKM to follow the development of digitalization
THE BLIND ENTREPRENEUR MINDSET IN MANAGING MORE CAFE WYATA GUNA BANDUNG
Authors: Panji Muhammad , Sariningsih Yuce
Published: August 2023

The orphanage is one of the solutions to handling every abandoned individual. It helps to improve the child’s welfare a way of educating, taking care of, guiding, giving directions, and providing some skill sets to develop independence for each individual. The independence which is focus of this research is aiming at economic independence where an entrepreneur mindset is expected to develop among the blinds inside the orphanage. This has become an attractive point since the blinds will be guided in strengthening their entrepreneurial spirit. The approach being used is descriptive with the qualitative method. The outcome of this research is to provide useful insights into developing theories related to the social worker’s role in implementing the blind entrepreneur mindset of More Cafe Bandung.
THE EFFECTS OF JOB ROTATION PRACTICES ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE: A RESEARCH ON JUNIOR MANAGERS, SENIOR OPERATION AND OPERATION STAFF AT THE DEFENSE MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY IN INDONESIA
Authors: Jasmine Sherliana , Kania Trisa Nur
Published: August 2023

The importance of the defense manufacturing industry for national integrity necessitates is inextricably inseparable from the critical role of employees in maintaining the output produced by the system, depicted through employee work performance, particularly in the Operations Division. Job rotation is widely included to maintain a high level of employee performance to deliver their utmost. This study aims to identify and analyse the effect of job rotation on employee performance; non-recursive influence between job rotation and employee performance of the operational division at a defense manufacturing industry in Indonesia, characterized by a downturn in employee performance. The method used in this study are Simple Linear Regression and Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) method to describe the relationship between the observed variables (indicators) and latent variables. The research technique used through library research and field research, including non-participant observation, interviews, and questionnaires using a stratified random sampling technique distributed to 133 respondents as Junior Manager, Senior Operation, and Operation Staff across seven divisions. The results showed that the job rotation variable had a positive and significant effect on employee performance. Job rotation is proposed to be improved, emphasizing skills development to increase employee performance, especially regarding the quality of work indicator.
Standardization Of Kopi Tatungkuik In The Rumah Makan Putuih Basambuang
Authors: Oktarican Kasridho , Kasmita Kasmita
Published: August 2023

This research aims to study the method of making tatungkuik coffee at the Putuih Basambung Restaurant, Malalak District, Agam Regency, West Sumatra Province. The  research activity was carried out in November 2022. The research method used was the survey method by direct observation of the process flow of tatungkuik coffee and interviews with the owner of tatungkuik coffee. The results of this study indicate that: 1) The materials used for roasting are as follows:53,3% Coffee beans, 16,4%  black glutinous rice, 27,7%  granulated sugar, and 2,6%  cinnamon bark, 2) the temperature used during the roasting process is the initial temperature 72.6°C  and continues to increase up to 107°C, 3) The amount of ingredients used to process or brew coffee is 13% coffee, 8,9%r sugar, 78,1% water with a temperature of 93.9 °C, 4) Tatungkuik coffee serving technique, technique or the way of serving Tatungkuik coffee is with one hand holding the glass and pushing it up and the left hand holding the saucer will swing it down and the coffee will face down and 5) The uniqueness of Tatungkuik coffee lies in the presentation of how to drink it, namely by blowing the glass meeting with the saucer using a straw and then the water comes out and coffee can be enjoyed.
The Relationship Between Student Learning Outcomes In The Catering Services Program Of Smkn 9 Padang And Students’ Desire To Enter College
Authors: Rahmi Ulfa , Yelfi Reno
Published: August 2023

This study aims to determine the desire of students to enter tertiary institutions with student learning outcomes and to analyze whether there is a relationship between student learning outcomes and students' desires to enter tertiary institutions. This research method is quantitative with a correlational approach. The results showed that the category of respondent's achievement level (TCR) for students' desire to enter higher education was 3.97 in the high category. There is no significant relationship between student learning outcomes and students' desire to enter college.
Standardization Of Galamai Recipes As Traditional Food In Nagari Bukik Sikumpa, Fifty City District, West Sumatera
Authors: Khair Dillatul , Gusnita Wiwik
Published: August 2023

Differences in the selection of materials, the measurement of ingredients and the techniques for making galamai make the resulting quality different. Basically, the technique for making galamai is glutinous rice flour cooked with coconut milk using cane sugar or palm sugar using a very large cauldron. This study aims to describe the standardization of the recipe, the method of preparation and the quality of galamai in Nagari Bukik Sikumpa, Lima Puluh Kota District. This type of research is qualitative and quantitative research using mixed methods (Mixed Method). The data in this study uses primary data. Qualitative data collection techniques are observation, interviews, documentation and quantitative data collection techniques are organoleptic test questionnaire formats. Qualitative data analysis techniques use three streams of activity, namely: data reduction, data presentation, drawing conclusions and quantitative data analysis techniques using the formula (Mx=∑ x / N), data validity testing the validity of qualitative data, namely: extension of participation, diligent observation, and triangulation. Based on the results of the study, 3 galamai recipes were obtained. The results of the organoleptic test obtained the highest score by Mr. Ahmad Robianza from Jorong Padang Belimbing with an average value of 19.6. The standardization of the galamai recipe was carried out by organoleptic tests to obtain good galamai quality including: galamai shape (neat and uniform), galamai color (dark brown), galamai aroma (fragrant), galamai texture (chewy) and galamai taste (sweet).
Kurdish EFL University Students’ Difficulties in Using English Determiners
Authors: Mustafa Sumaya Khalid , Hassan Ikhlas Mahdi , Ghafor Omar Fouad , Ahmad Hedayat Muhammad , Fathulla Paywand HamaRauf , Saed Shaema Abdulla , Nabard Pasand
Published: August 2023

Determiners are morphemes that occur before a noun to express what the noun refers to and are used to identify things. The present study attempts to find the difficulties Kurdish EFL students face when using English determiners. The study also tries to evaluate Kurdish EFL students' ability to use English determiners appropriately at recognition and production levels. To achieve the study's aims, answer its questions, and test the hypotheses, the researchers constructed an achievement test to collect data and measure the students' performance with regard to English determiners at both recognition and production levels. The test was answered by thirty-one English department students at Halabja university who were chosen randomly including both genders. The data collected from the test were analyzed, and the results showed that the participant's performance at the production level was lower than the recognition level. The results necessitate more training on using English determiners through comprehensive lessons and activities that can enhance Kurdish EFL learners' language proficiency
Characteristics and cellular mechanism of the wound healing process in the oral mucosa
Authors: Leśków Natasza , Karp Zuzanna , Banaszewski Mateusz , Popielska Klaudia , Grześkowiak Michalina , Mikołajski Jakub , Mozdziak Paul Edward , Kranc Wiesława
Published: August 2023

Wound healing involves four stages: haemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, and remodelling. Each wound should be considered separately because of the tissue’s different environment. The key to successful wound healing is cell signalling and synchronisation between cells and chemical transmitters, which gradient attracts immune cells and prevents pathogens from causing infection.

Both skin and oral mucosa stages of the wound healing process are the same. Nonetheless, some differences affect the outcome of the healing. The most critical factors that impact the process are the time required for wound closure or immune response, the presence of saliva, the level of anti-inflammatory cytokines, and extracellular matrix (ECM) remodelling. Compared to the skin, wounds in the oral mucosa heal much faster and without scarring. Saliva plays a crucial role in healing the oral mucosa – because of higher levels of tissue factor, it reduces the clotting time. Furthermore, it is rich in many growth factors stimulating wound healing. Mesenchymal stem cells are yet another valid matter regarding wound healing in oral mucosa. Outstanding properties of these cells exhibit potential to be applied for therapeutical purposes. Additionally, immune cells’ participation and response to tissue damage are more substantial and faster in the oral mucosa than in the skin.

Wound healing is a complex process influenced by many factors, including hyperglycaemia in diabetes, smoking, alcohol, and levels of sex hormones. Some of them, such as smoking, impair all stages of healing, while others only have some elements.
Colour masterbatches and their use in polylactic acid fibres dyeing
Authors: Hudecová Agáta , Hricová Marcela , Petková Mária , Plavec Roderik , Tomčíková Zita , Ujhelyiová Anna
Published: August 2023

This article is focused on the preparation of colour masterbatches from renewable sources based on polylactic acid, which were modified with inorganic pigments. Titanium dioxide, carbon black, and iron oxides were used as inorganic pigments. Due to the composition of the prepared colour PLA masterbatches, the influence of the inorganic pigment on the rheological and thermal properties was monitored. Rheological properties were determined using a capillary viscosimeter and a rotary rheoviscosimeter with a geometry plate/plate. The colour PLA masterbatches prepared in this way were subsequently used to dye polylactic acid fibres in the mass. The prepared fibres were drawn to the maximum drawn ratio λ

max
. In case of fibres, the influence of composition and drawn ratio on thermal and mechanical properties was monitored.
Inhomogeneous HfO2 layer growth at atomic layer deposition
Authors: Kasikov Aarne , Tarre Aivar , Vinuesa Guillermo
Published: August 2023

Thin HfO2 films atomic layer deposited from hafnium alkyl amide and oxygen plasma were analysed using spectroscopic ellipsometry and X-ray reflectivity. Low refractive index of the material for samples with less than 30 nm thickness marks the index inhomogeneity at the first stage of growth. The transition from rising density to a more stable growth takes place at about 10 to 25 nm film thickness. HfO2 films used for resistive switching experiments demonstrate either clockwise or counterclockwise behaviour depending on the film thickness. The reason for this may be the disruption of the conductive filament at different metal-insulator interfaces, which could be favoured by several mechanisms.
Compact dual-mode loop resonators for microwave triplexer applications
Authors: Li Jia-Lin , Liu Peng , Ye Jun-Hao
Published: August 2023

In this paper, we study meandered topologies of a dual-mode loop resonator for microwave multiplexer applications. Compact channel filter structures that characterize controllable transmission zeros locating simultaneously at the lower stopband or upper stopband are, for the first time, investigated for such a kind of resonators and based on this, a microstrip triplexer is proposed. The studied triplexer uses one of the filter structures to realize the middle channel, and the rest structure to realize the upper and lower channels. The center frequencies of the three channels are 1.8 GHz, 2.0 GHz and 2.2 GHz, and the 3-dB fractional bandwidths are 3.6%, 3.6% and 4.1%, respectively. The developed triplexer features high channel-isolations of over 40 dB as a result of the controllable transmission zeros of the channel filters.
Conformable fractional-order derivative based adaptive FitzHugh-Nagumo neuron model
Authors: Karakulak Ertuğrul
Published: August 2023

Various neuron models have been proposed and are extensively examined in the scientific literature. The FitzHugh-Nagumo neuron model is one of the most well-known and studied models. The FitzHugh-Nagumo model is not biologically consistent but operationally simple. A fractional-order derivative is described as a derivative with a non-integer order. Caputo, Grünwald-Letnikov, and Riemann-Liouville are some of the well-known fractional order derivatives. However, a simple fractional-order derivative called the conformable fractional-order derivative has been proposed in the literature and it is much simpler to use. In literature, there are already neuron models with fractional-order derivatives. In this study, a FitzHugh-Nagumo model circuit with a conformable fractional derivative capacitor and conformable fractional derivative inductor is proposed. The proposed circuit is modelled, and its simulation results are given. The simulation results reveal that the model circuit shows both slow and fast adaptation in firing frequency under sustained current stimulation.
A miniaturized quintuple-band frequency selective surface based on enclosed cross slots
Authors: Prasad Pratyancha , Kumar Akhilesh
Published: August 2023

This article presents a low-profile quintuple-band frequency selective surface (FSS) that is designed as a sub-reflector for applications including satellite systems (C band), EPR (electron paramagnetic resonance) spectrometers, motion and traffic light crossing detectors (X band), Direct Broadcast Satellite and broadcasting satellite service (Ku band), and shortrange applications (K band). The dimensions of the miniaturized unit cell 0.08λ0×0.08λ0×0.012λ0, where, λ0 is the free-space wavelength corresponding to the lower cut-off frequency. There are five stop bands, and frequencies at which they resonate are 6.3, 7.06, 9.30, 11.2, 14.0, and 18.64 GHz. The fractional bandwidths (FBW) of these bands are 62.6, 7.5, 9.2, 11, and 11.69%, respectively. Additionally, as a result of the structure’s four-fold symmetry, it exhibits a good polarization-insensitive response as well as a stable response in both the TE and TM modes. Full-wave simulation is performed on the structure, after which an equivalent circuit model is constructed.
Chemical Profiles of Heterodera glycines Suppressive Soils in Double Cropping Soybean Production
Authors: Rocha Leonardo F. , Kinsel Mary E. , Bond Jason P. , Fakhoury Ahmad. M.
Published: August 2023

We previously reported soybean fields double-cropped with winter wheat having reduced soybean cyst nematode (SCN) (Heterodera glycines) counts compared to fallow. A follow-up metagenomics study identified several fungal and bacterial taxa enriched in wheat fields, and some were reported to parasitize SCN. Knowing that phytocompounds with potential nematicidal activity are released via wheat roots and stubble, we implemented a dichloromethane-based extraction method and a gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GCMS) system to investigate soil chemical profiles of samples collected from these fields and review the potential nematicidal activity of compounds with higher concentration in double cropping fields. 51 compounds were detected during the GCMS analysis, eight with unknown identification. Several compounds, including multiple fatty acids, had larger relative peak areas when double-cropped, compared to fallow samples. This study, along with our previously published one, provided a better understanding of the mechanisms that govern the effect of wheat on SCN populations. Rather than driven by a single mechanism, the suppression of SCN in soybean fields double-cropped with winter wheat was potentially linked to enriched microbial communities, increased populations of beneficial organisms, and higher concentrations of chemicals with potential nematicidal activity. To our knowledge, this is the first study using GCMS to characterize soil chemical profiles in soybean fields double-cropped with winter wheat regarding the suppression of SCN populations.
Alzheimer’s disease beyond the amyloid accumulation
Authors: Urkon Melinda , Nagy Előd Ernő
Published: August 2023

Alzheimer’s disease represents one of the unsolved problems of modern medicine, which assumes a significant financial burden in the research, medical, and social fields as well. Treatments intended for preventing and slowing neurodegenerative processes are the subject of a considerable amount of research and clinical trials, but the results are still insignificant regarding the clinical applicability. Initially, we believed that slow neurodegeneration can be traced back entirely to the accumulation of β-amyloid proteins with atypical structure and behavior in certain areas of the brain. This theory was constantly supplemented by the observation of intracellularly aggregating neurofibrillary tangles and the formulation of neuroinflammatory mechanisms. In this regard Alzheimer’s disease-associated neuroinflammation is an immunological response to the presence of β-amyloid oligomers, which initially leads to microglial activation and inflammatory cytokine release. Over time, this process becomes chronic, extending to astrocytes, neurons, and brain microvascularization, and leading to functional impairment, which is clinically manifested in cognitive and memory deficits. The defined central role of neuroinflammation was overturned by the therapeutic failure of drugs with anti-inflammatory capacity. Subsequently, our knowledge was completed by the recognition of how oxidative stress and the altered brain insulin signaling influences metabolic processes, opening new perspectives for drug development. Despite this, new drug candidates are successively failing, as complex regulatory mechanisms have been identified that question the initial triggering role of the β-amyloid and the final impairing effect of the inflammation. The aim of this study is to summarize and present the biochemical and pathophysiological knowledge that contributed to the currently available more comprehensive picture and a more detailed understanding of the processes of Alzheimer’s disease. Properly planned and executed preclinical experiments are essential to establish further clinical conclusions. By the comparison of the currently used rodent models, we tried to draw attention to the complexity of animal experiments and the importance of their multi-level (behavioral, biochemical, histological) evaluation.
Determination of the sun protection factor of sunscreens
Authors: Andrea Kinda , Boglárka-Katalin Berze , Erzsébet Fogarasi , Emese Sipos , Ibolya Fülöp
Published: August 2023

Proper sun protection plays a key role in protecting against the harmful effects of UV radiation from the sun. Using sunscreen products protects the skin from sunburn, prevents it from ageing and reduces the risk of skin cancer. The aim of this research is to measure the sun protection factor (SPF) of commercially available products and compare it with the SPF value on the packaging. We also looked at whether the ratio and combination of sunscreen ingredients affect the effectiveness of the product. The SPF values of eight sun-screen products were tested. The value was determined using an in vitro method based on absorbance measurements with a UV spectrophotometer. Based on the results obtained, the actual SPF values of the products were calculated using Mansur’s formula. The SPF values we determined differed by 46.82% on average from the values indicated on the packaging of the sunscreen products. For those products where the SPF value on the packaging was higher (SPF 50), a larger deviation from the measured values was observed, but some deviation was observed for all products tested. However, the combination and proportion of substances in the products did not influence the differences obtained.
Web Application for Estimating Radio Link Budget Based on Channel Capacity And Bit Error Rate
Authors: Dănăilă Nicoleta , Şorecău Mirela
Published: August 2023

Today’s tactical communications system increasingly relies on the use of broadband waveforms and data rates in the Mbps range. The main requirements of a broadband tactical communications system are wide coverage, high data rate and low power consumption. This paper presents a web application designed for automated radio link budget analysis. The application takes into account various parameters that are critical for establishing a reliable link, including the desired data rate, transmit power, channel bandwidth, signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), bit error rate (BER), modulation scheme, and more. Using this application, it is possible to determine the feasibility of establishing a radio link with the available equipment and achieving specific performance targets before deploying the equipment in the field. This pre-assessment capability significantly increases the efficiency of the radio link deployment process.
Organisation and Principle Design of a Flexible Manufacturing Cell Dedicated to the Annual Overhaul Activities for TAB-77
Authors: Petrişor Silviu-Mihai , Duminică Natalia-Alina , Țopa Ionuț-Cristian
Published: August 2023

In this scientific paper, aspects of the design, calculation and implementation of an industrial robot, designed in a modular-serial construction, in a flexible cell for annual overhaul operations of the TAB-77 armored amphibious transporter are highlighted. The scientific approach is based on the following aspects: presentation of some peculiarities of the implementation of advanced technologies in the field of maintenance operations, optimal choice of an industrial robot structure that will serve the flexible cell, matrix calculation related to the direct and inverse geometric model for determining the workspace, configuration of the flexible cell and elements of economic calculation of the entire flexible system proposed through the authors. The scientific itinerary concludes with the presentation of some conclusions resulting from the study performed and some proposals and perspectives for further development of the solution presented.
Aspects of Intercultural Recruitment and Selection of Highly Skilled International Female Staff in Slovenia
Authors: Gromova Kseniia
Published: August 2023

The research analyses drivers of and barriers to highly skilled female applicants going through the recruitment process in Slovenia as highly skilled self-initiated international expatriates (SIEs). The qualitative research methodology was designed with six in-depth interviews with female respondents from Russia, Belarus, Latvia and Sweden. Theoretical frameworks of G. Hofstede, E.T. Hall, F. Trompenaars and C. Hampden-Turner and cultural intelligence competence models were applied to define HRM processes within the analysis. The findings demonstrate that the future female employees ought to consider not only general working aspects but also cultural differences and similarities, which affect the international HR selection and recruitment process and appear to be drivers of and barriers to SIEs. Necessary intercultural competences (cultural awareness, proactivity, sensitivity, flexibility, reflexivity, open mindset, readiness to challenges) and certain fields of knowledge (procedural, culture-specific, legal knowledge) for the entry level of the recruitment process in Slovenia are identified. The main contribution of this research is estimated within the IHRM perspective as the representation of the highly skilled female employees’ side within the recruitment process in the international arena. Moreover, it may improve intercultural cooperation within the female expatriates’ recruitment and selection process and enrich personal intercultural competences concerning the employment culture in Slovenia and the European Union.
Tingkat Penerapan Biosekuriti pada Peternakan Ayam Broiler di Kota Palangka Raya
Authors: Sandriya Ardi , Sujoko Heri , Wibowo Satrio , Silitonga Lisnawaty , Yuanita Iis , Aritonang Nopita
Published: August 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui implementasi penerapan biosekuriti yang dilakukan oleh para peternak ayam broiler di kota Palangka Raya. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian lapangan (field research) menggunakan metode survey dan pemilihan lokasi dilakukan secara purposive sampling dengan mempertimbangkan kedekatan, keterjangkauan, dan jumlah peternak ayam broiler terbanyak di wilayah tersebut. Koresponden yang diambil sebanyak 17 peternakan ayam broiler, pengelola peternakan diwawancarai dan dilakukan observasi penerapan biosekuriti pada peternakannya. Variabel penelitian ini adalah penerapan biosekuriti isolasi, penerapan biosekuriti pengendalian lalu lintas; dan penerapan biosekuriti sanitasi kandang dan lingkungan. Analisis data yang digunakan adalah analisis statistik deskriptif, dengan penilaian kategori penerapan biosekuriti dibagi menjadi 3 yaitu baik: , cukup: , dan kurang: . Hasil penelitian menunjukan karakteristik peternak ayam broiler di kota Palngka Raya sangat beragam, dapat diamati dari pendidikan, pengalaman berternak, dan jumlah ternak tiap periode produksi.  Penerapan biosekuriti isolasi dalam kategori kurang sebanyak 3 peternakan (18%), cukup 4 peternakan (82%), baik 0 peternakan (0%). Penerapan sanitasi kandang tergolong kurang 4 peternakan (24%), cukup 8 peternakan (47%), baik 5 peternakan (29%). Penerapan biosekuriti pengendalian lalu lintas termasuk kategori kurang 3 peternakan (18%), cukup 10 peternakan (58%), baik 4 peternakan (24%). Disimpulkan bahwa penerapan keseluruhan biosekuriti di Kota Palangka Raya tergolong dalam kategori cukup. Perlu adanya peningkatan penerapan biosekuriti untuk mencegah masuk dan keluarnya penyakit dalam suatu peternakan.
TEETH CLIPPED-OUT IN JAVANESSE SLOW LORIS AND ITS PRESERVATION THROUGH ROOT CANAL TREATMENT
Authors: Guno Bagus Brahmanto Aji , Kusuma Randy , Taqwim Muhammad Ihsannul
Published: August 2023

Nycticebus javanicus or often called the Javan slow loris is one of Indonesia's endemic primates whose status is now in the critically endangered category because their numbers are decreasing. The illegal trade often causes serious problems for the health and survival of slow lorises in their natural habitat. There is a wrong perception that the teeth of slow lorises are poisonous, which makes illegal traders cut or even pull out the teeth of slow lorises indiscriminately. Slow lorises (Nycticebus spp.) are obligate exudativators that gouge at tree bark with their teeth. In addition to functioning for the process of eating, slow loris teeth also function for defense mechanism and allogrooming. Amputation of dental crowns or crown fractures in slow lorises can be a serious problem. Slow lorises do not survive either slowly in rehabilitation centers due to changes in diet or even faster in their natural habitat when being released. Root canal treatment as an effort that can be taken to maintain the damaged or broken teeth, so as to prevent tooth from infection and maintain the function of slow loris teeth to survive in its natural habitat. The method of root canal treatment involves three fundamental components: root canal shaping, disinfection and obturation. Teeth restoration to be performed after obturation, using composite. Teeth that have been successfully treated provide an opportunity for slow lorises to express their natural behavior as well as in surviving in their natural habitat.
THE EFFECT OF NEEM GUM ON THE REDUCTION IN RAT BLOOD GLUCOSE LEVELS INDUCED BY STREPTOZOTOCIN
Authors: Fardhani Ichlasul Mahdi , Firdaus Jauhar , Febianti Zahrah , Hairrudin Hairrudin , Abrori Cholis , Sakinah Elly Nurus
Published: August 2023

Pharmacological therapy for diabetes, which is primarily made up of chemicals, still causes a lot of side effects. The numerous side effects of pharmacological therapy for diabetes have generated innovations in alternative diabetes therapies using ingredients derived from nature. One of the natural ingredients with an anti-hyperglycemia effect is neem gum (NG), or the sap of the neem plant (Azadirachta indica). The aim of this study was to determine the effect of NG on the reduction of blood glucose levels. Moreover, this study had six groups, including a normal control group and groups with doses of 0, 3.75, 7.5, 15, and 30 grams/kgBW. The results showed that NG reduced blood glucose levels in diabetic rats. The paired t-test showed a significant reduction in blood glucose in all groups administered NG except for the dose 3.75 group (P<0.05). The minimum and maximum effective doses of NG were calculated using the quadratic regression test with the equation y = 1.059x2–46.576x+408. With a target blood glucose level of between 80 and 126 mg/dL, the minimum and maximum effective doses of NG were obtained in the range of 12–15 mg/dL. This study concluded that administering NG to diabetic rats can reduce blood glucose levels. Phytochemical studies and research are needed with serial examinations using the effective dose range of neem gum.
PERAN GRIT TERHADAP TASK PERFORMANCE PADA TENAGA PENJUAL DI WILAYAH JABODETABEK
Authors: Thalia Rizka Nafi , Giartriweni Nabilah Khansa , Sumantri Paramitha Mudita , Ivanka Risa , Saraswati Kiky Dwi Hapsari
Published: August 2023

Intensifying business competition forces companies to formulate sales strategies through their sales force. Salesperson are liaison between sellers and customers, both in person and online. Grit is an important aspect that salespeople need to have to maintain task performance. Grit is persistence and perseverance to achieve long-term goals. This study aims to determine the role of grit on task performance in salesperson in the Jabodetabek. The research method used a causality associative quantitative methods research with 75 salesperson working in the Jabodetabek area as participants. Data was collected using questionnaires, namely Individual Work Performance: Task Performance developed by Koopmans et al. the Grit-O Scale developed by Duckworth et al. Regression test was conducted to determine the relationship between variables. Data analysis revealed a coefficient value of 0.462 (R = 0.462) and a significance level of 0.000 (p < 0.05) which indicates there is positive and significant influence of grit towards task performance. The higher the grit, the better the salesperson’s task performance. The magnitude of the role given by grit to the task performance of salesperson in the Jabodetabek area is 21.3%, while 79.7% of the contribution to task performance of salesperson is influenced by other factors.

Keywords: Grit, Task Performance, Salesperson
EKSTRAK ETANOL UMBI UBI JALAR UNGU (Ipomoea batatas L) MENINGKATKAN KETEBALAN MIOMETRIUM & JUMLAH KELENJAR ENDOMETRIUM
Authors: Citra Udiyani Desak Putu , Jawi I Made , Sugiritama Wayan , Nyoman Arijana I Gusti Kamasan
Published: August 2023

Menopause merupakan proses fisiologis Wanita, namun dengan terapi Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) menimbulkan efek endometriosis dan tromboemboli vena. Umbi ubi jalar ungu (Ipomoea batatas L merupakan tumbuhan dengan antosianin. Antosianin mampu meningkatkan ketebalan miometrium dan jumlah kelenjar endometrium. Tujuan penelitian: penelitian ini membuktikan ekstrak etanol umbi ubi jalar ungu (Ipomoea batatas L) mampu meningkatkan ketebalan miometrium dan jumlah kelenjar endometrium uterus. Metoda penelitian: peneliaian dilakukan dengan rancangan penelitian True Experimental-Post Test Only Control Group Design dengan 28 ekor tikus betina Wistar dibagi 4 kelompok (@7 ekor tikus): kelompok kontrol (P0), esktrak etanol umbi ubi jalar ungu dosis 10 mg/kgBB (P1), 30 mg/kgBB (P2), dan 100 mg/kgBB (P3) diberikan selama 30 hari melalui sonde, hari ke 30 dilakukan pengangkatan uterus dan dan melihat ketebalan miometrium dan jumlah kelenjar endometrium uterus diamati secara histologi.Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: Rerata ketebalan miometrium uterus antar kelompok perlakuan berbeda secara statistik (signifikansi p=0,000). Ketebalan miometrium paling tinggi pada kelompok P3. Rerata jumlah kelenjar endometrium antar kelompok perlakuan berbeda secara statistik (signifikan dengan p=0,000) dengan jumlah kelenjar endometrium yang paling tinggi pada kelompok P3. Kesimpulan: hasil penelitian ini menyimpulkan ekstrak etanol umbi ubi jalar ungu dapat meningkatkan ketebalan miometrium dan jumlah kelenjar endometrium uterus tikus putih yang diovariektomi.  

Kata kunci: Ekstrak, ubi jalar ungu, antosianin, uterus
Faktor gaya hidup Faktor Gaya Hidup yang Mempengaruhi Kejadian Diabetes Mellitus Di Kota Padang Tahun 2020
Authors: Dafriani Putri , Sari Putri Minas
Published: August 2023

Background: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is one of the diseases with an increasing incidence rate. One of the influential factors in DM is life style. The purpose of this study is to find out the relationship between age, diet, and stress with the incidence of DM. Method: This study is a cross-sectional study that has been conducted ethical clearance of previous research. Sampling techniques were conducted using accidental sampling with 89 of samples. Data is collected by using guided interviews and FFQ (Food Frequency Questionnaire). Results: Bivariate analysis by using chi-square found that there is a relationship of DM to obesity (p-value = 0.021), DM to diet (p-value = 0.000), and DM to stress levels (p-value = 0.008). So that by maintaining diet, stress management, and weight control can decrease the risk of DM.
KARAKTERISTIK PENDERITA KETOASIDOSIS DIABETIK PADA PASIEN DENGAN DIABETES MELLITUS TIPE 2 DI RUMAH SAKIT UMUM DAERAH WANGAYA PERIODE?1 JANUARI 2017 – 31 DESEMBER 2019
Authors: Kinasih Komang Vika Nariswari Ratna , Subawa Anak Agung Ngurah , Herawati Sianny
Published: August 2023

Latar belakang : Diabetes Mellitus merupakan satu dari empat penyakit yang tidak menular yang menjadi target untuk ditangani dengan segera. Ketoasidosis Diabetik adalah komplikasi dari Diabetes Mellitus tipe 2 akibat penurunan kadar insulin dalam darah karena meningkatnya kadar glukosa. Penelitian bertujuan untuk mengetahui karakteristik penderita Ketoasidosis Diabetik pada Pasien dengan Diabetes Mellitus Tipe 2 di Rumah Sakit Umum Daerah Wangaya periode 1 Januari 2017 – 31 Desember 2019. Metode : Metoda deskriptif studi potong lintang digunakan pada penelitian ini. Sampel dikumpulkan dengan menggunakan data sekunder dari rekam medik RSUD Wangaya dengan sampel penelitian sebanyak 33 orang dengan teknik total sampling dan mempertimbangkan kriteria inklusi dan eksklusi. Hasil : Sebagian besar kejadian kasus ditemukan pada perempuan dan pada kelompok usia 46 – 55 tahun. Pada sebagian besar kasus kadar gula darah sewaktu berkisar antara 451 mg/dL hingga 550 mg/dL. Kadar keton urin 1+, 2+, dan 3+ memiliki frekuensi yang sama. Kadar pH darah pada kasus sebagian besar berkisar antara 7 hingga 7,24 dan kadar serum bikarbonat (HCO3) pada kasus sebagian besar adalah kurang dari 10 mEq/L. Sebagian besar kasus memiliki derajat berat Ketoasidosis Diabetik. Kesimpulan : Sebagian besar kasus Diabetes Mellitus tipe 2 dengan Ketoasidosis Diabetik mengalami Ketoasidosis Diabetik derajat berat.

Kata kunci : Ketoasidosis Diabetik, Diabetes Mellitus Tipe 2, Karakteristik
GAMBARAN KARAKTERISTIK FRAKTUR EKSTREMITAS ATAS DI INSTALASI GAWAT DARURAT RSUP SANGLAH DENPASAR PERIODE JANUARI 2019 – JUNI 2019
Authors: Pramana Made Ramanda Bramasta , Karna Made Bramantya , Wiguna I Gusti Lanang Ngurah Agung Artha
Published: August 2023

Fraktur ekstermitas merupakan fraktur yang terjadi pada clavicula, scapula, humerus, radius, ulna, carpal, metacarpal, phalanx. Fraktur ini umumnya terjadi pada laki-laki usia produktif, namun bisa juga pada wanita. Namun, data mengenai fraktur ekstremitas atas di Indonesia khususnya di Denpasar masih sulit ditemukan. Sehingga, penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui gambaran karakteristik fraktur ekstremitas atas di Instalasi Gawat Darurat RSUP Sanglah Denpasar. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian deskriptif retrospektif dengan menggunakan data rekam medis dengan teknik penentuan sampel total sampling. Data yang didapat sesuai kriteria inklusi dan eksklusi adalah 186 pasien dengan 246 lokasi fraktur yang kemudian dianalisis dengan SPSS versi 26. Penelitian ini menunjukkan 67% pasien adalah laki-laki. Mayoritas pasien berusia 26-35 tahun (16,6%). Jenis fraktur terbanyak adalah fraktur tertutup (84,1%). Sebagian besar pasien ditatalaksanai secara non-operatif (50,4%). Mekanisme terjadinya fraktur terbanyak adalah high energy injury (83,7%). Lokasi tersering terjadinya fraktur adalah pada radius sebanyak 66 kasus (26,8%).  Sebagian besar karakteristik pasien fraktur ekstremitas atas di Instalasi Gawat Darurat RSUP Sanglah adalah laki-laki, usia 26-35 tahun, jenis fraktur tertutup, penatalaksanaan non-operatif, mekanisme terjadinya fraktur high energy injury, dan lokasi fraktur tersering pada radius.
KRIM EKSTRAK KULIT BUAH NAGA SUPER MERAH MEMPERTAHANKAN PH KULIT TIKUS WISTAR (RATTUS NORVEGICUS) YANG DIPAPAR SINAR ULTRAVIOLET B
Authors: Cahaya Pertiwi Nyoman Intan , Nym. Arijana I.G. Kamasan , Linawati Ni Made
Published: August 2023

Kulit tersusun dari dua lapisan yaitu lapisan epidermis dan dermis. Kulit kering merupakan satu dari beberapa dampak yang dapat terjadi dikarenakan oleh efek radikal bebas. Salah satu sumber radikal bebas adalah sinar ultraviolet (UV). Sinar UV memiliki efek oksidatif yang dapat menimbulkan peradangan pada kulit. Sediaan topikal yang mengandung antioksidan dengan golongan flavonoid dapat digunakan untuk meredakan efek oksidatif tersebut. Salah satu sumber flavonoid alami adalah kulit buah naga super merah. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh pemberian krim ekstrak kulit buah naga super merah terhadap pH kulit tikus wistar (Rattus norvegicus) yang diberikan paparan sinar ultraviolet B. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian eksperimental dengan rancangan penelitian the randomized pre-test and post-test control group dengan menggunakkan sampel sebanyak 30 ekor tikus wistar jantan yang memenuhi kriteria inklusi serta eksklusi. Sampel penelitian dibagi menjadi lima kelompok yaitu kelompok kontrol (P0), kelompok plasebo (P1), kelompok krim ekstrak kulit buah naga super merah 5% (P2), kelompok krim ekstrak kulit buah naga super merah 10% (P3), dan kelompok krim ekstrak kulit buah naga super merah 20% (P4) yang masing-masing terdiri dari 6 ekor tikus wistar jantan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan terdapat pengaruh pemberian krim ekstrak kulit buah naga super merah 10% dan krim ekstrak kulit buah naga super merah 20% untuk mempertahankan pH kulit tikus wistar (Rattus norvegicus) yang dipapar sinar ultraviolet B.

Kata Kunci: pH kulit, kulit buah naga super merah, antioksidan, sinar ultraviolet