bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Cavefishes of Meghalaya
Authors: Kosygin Laishram , Laskar Boni Amin , Khynriam Dimos
Published: January 2025

The state of Meghalaya, in northeast India, has many caves in the Jaintia, Khasi and Garo Hills districts. As per the available reports, over 1000 caves have been explored or partially explored to yield over 450 kilometres of surveyed cave passage in the state. The true cave-adapted species or troglobionts mostly occupy the caveâ€™s deep zone, while some casual or occasional visitors are found at the entrance or to a depth of some extent. The troglobionts are characterized by depigmentation or albinos and, ultimately, lack of vision or very regressed vision with highly developed extra-ocular sensitive organs. In the 23rd February 2020 episode of Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister of India shared amazing facts about a rare fish species found by the biologist in the cave of Meghalaya and remarked that it is the largest among the cave-dwelling species existing in deep underground caves where even light cannot reach. After detailed molecular analyses, scientists found that the worldâ€™s largest cavefish from Meghalaya was a new species named Neolissochilus pnar. The present report documents for the fist time, a list of four true troglobiont species found only in the caves of Meghalaya, namely, Schistura sijuensis, Schistura papulifera, Schistura larketensis and Neolissochilus pnar. The Maan Ki Baat episode provided the insights to document the cave fishes of Meghalaya which will provide awareness to the stakeholders and local communities to conserve the cave fauna and their unique habitat.
Removal of marine litter and its impact along the coast of India
Authors: Robin R. S. , Karthik R. , Nithin A. , Purvaja R.
Published: January 2025

In numerous Mann Ki Baat episodes, the Honâ€™ble Prime Minister highlighted the problems of plastics and marine litter. These episodes are inspiring for assessing the impacts of marine litter, their transport pathways, and the existing measures taken by the Government of India to combat these issues. Marine litter includes all synthetic materials that are discarded or abandoned in the marine environment, which is sourced to the sea through riverine systems. It is estimated that 0.6 million metric tons of plastic waste enter the Indian Ocean each year through various land-based (littering, dumping, tourism, recreation, surface run-off) and sea-based (fishing, aquaculture, shipping, coastal dumping, oil and gas exploration) activities. The marine litter accumulated in the Indian Ocean forms a â€œgarbage patchâ€ and also acts as a transboundary source. Marine litter negatively affects the environment, ecology, public health, climate, and economy. It is well known that the emergence of marine litter, especially plastic, has been a global problem for the past two decades and that its cost to society and the marine environment is enormous and irreversible. The Prime Minister of India led the country by example during the historic plogging at Mamallapuram and also urged the citizens to actively participate in coastal clean-up activities to remove litter from the coastal and beach areas of the country. At the national level, various campaigns (Swachha Sagar Abhiyan, Suchitwa Sagaram, Swachch Sagar, and Surakshit Sagar) are conducted to overcome the marine litter pollution along Indiaâ€™s coast. Swachch Sagar Surakshit Sagar (1500 tonnes of litter removed from 75 beaches) and Puneet Sagar Abhiyan (100 tonnes of plastics removed, out of which about 60 tonnes of plastics were recycled) are some of the initiatives in India. Community action is successful in the removal of marine litter, as seen at Vengurla (a landfill converted to Swachh Bharat Waste Park) and Versova (5 million Kg of plastic removed), Maharashtra. The article highlights some of the best litter management practices in India, such as LiFE- Lifestyle for Environment, which encourages individuals to adopt sustainable practises, such as eco-labelling of beaches, trash booms in urban rivers, implementing the polluter pays principle, ensuring healthy oceans, and promoting a sustainable blue economy.
Migration of birds and their flyways in India
Authors: Kumar Anil , Alam Imran
Published: January 2025

Every year in most parts of the Northern Hemisphere, a large number of avian species move toward the south for wintering and after spending the winter season at their respective destinations they return back using the same migratory routes. This phenomenon is known as bird migration and routes followed by migratory birds are known as flyways of migration. Over 2000 species of birds are known to participate in migration. Some species exhibit longitudinal movements and/or local migration, relatively covering a short distance. Due to multiple factors, most migratory birds face a number of threats and their species diversity and populations are declining worldwide. To ensure the conservation and sustainability of migratory birds a number of measures have been adopted by United Nations at the global level and multi-lateral treaties/ cooperation have been enforced. India is a party to the Convention on Migratory Species and is playing a crucial role in the conservation of migratory birds in India. A total of 128 avian species are listed in the appendices of the convention. A total of 7 species are covered in appendix-I and 103 species in appendix-II, while 18 species are covered by both appendices. The Central Asian Flyway encompasses several important bird migration routes between Eurasia and the Indian Ocean including India. Over 180 migratory birds including some globally threatened species are known to use this flyway. Studies carried out in India, provide rich information on migratory birds and their habitats.
Studies on the effects of some physico-chemical parameters on the distribution of Collembola: A case study from Hooghly District, West Bengal
Authors: Mandal Pritha , G. P. Mandal  , K. K. Suman  , K. K. Bhattacharya
Published: January 2025

The study reflects the distribution pattern of collembolan fauna in four study sites of Hooghly district on fluctuation of soil parameters such as moisture, temperature, and pH. Seasonal impact on species number and composition has also been observed here. The ecological study of the Collembola about some physico-chemical parameters has not been studied so far in the district of Hooghly, West Bengal. The seasonal abundance of the Collembolan population depends on soil moisture, neutral pH and humic soil. We have encountered a total of 25 species under 17 genera from 13 subfamilies of 9 families under 3 orders. The analysis represents that the family Entomobryidae is the most dominant one (32%) followed by Paronellidae (20%) and Isotomidae (12%). The members of the genus Lepidocyrtus Bourlet, 1839 are abundant (46.69%) and species-rich. There is a spike in the number of individuals during the spring and Monsoon season, although few species show evenness throughout the seasons.
Crime, Public Health, and Inhumane Objectivity
Authors: Elzein Nadine
Published: January 2025

The suggestion that crime be treated as a public health problem instead of being treated retributively provokes unease for two reasons. Firstly, it is thought to foster impersonal treatment, which is “objectifying” or “dehumanizing.” I argue that practices are problematically impersonal when they bypass or undermine an agent’s ability to take responsibility. However, there is a difference between taken responsibility and retributive responsibility. Skepticism about the latter does not entail skepticism about the former. Skeptics about retributive desert still have strong moral reasons to condemn practices that undermine taken responsibility, so it need not have these dehumanizing implications. Secondly, the association of medicine and crime has a dark history. While this is true, this is largely because medicine has a dark history. Instead of striving to limit things that fall within the boundaries of public health, I argue that the solution is to take a more ethical approach to public health.
Voting, Representation, and Institutions
Authors: Saunders Ben
Published: January 2025

Kevin J. Elliott has recently defended an institutional duty to vote. This duty is based on (i) the role obligation of citizens to do what is necessary for well-functioning representative institutions and (ii) the claim that universal voting is ordinarily necessary for fair representation. This critical response takes issue with the second of these claims. I argue that neither the informational nor motivational problems that Elliott identifies require universal voting. Representatives have other ways of identifying citizens’ wants and interests and other incentives to respond to them. Indeed, some of Elliott’s own suggestions, for instance that representatives will respond to uncertain threats, seem to presuppose that these difficulties can be overcome. Thus, I argue that universal voting is not necessary for effective representation.
Projected increases in the prevalence of diabetes mellitus in Aotearoa New Zealand, 2020–2044
Authors: Teng Andrea , Stanley James , Krebs Jeremy , Jackson Christopher , Koea Jonathan , Scott Nina , Sika-Paotonu Dianne , Stairmand Jeannine , Lao Chunhuan , Lawrenson Ross , Gurney Jason
Published: January 2025

background: The prevalence of diabetes has been increasing in Aotearoa New Zealand by approximately 7% per year, and is three
times higher among Māori and Pacific peoples than in Europeans. The depth of the diabetes epidemic, and the expansive breadth
of services required for its management, elevate the need for high-quality evidence on the projected future burden of this complex
disease.
methods: In this manuscript we have projected the prevalence of diabetes (type 1 and type 2 combined) out to 2040–2044 using
age-period-cohort modelling. National-level data from central government on diabetes prevalence (Virtual Diabetes Register) were
used to describe recent diabetes prevalence trends (2006–2019) by age group, calendar period and birth cohort, with these trends used
to project diabetes prevalence out from 2020 to 2044.
results: Aotearoa New Zealand will experience a significant increase in the absolute volume of prevalent diabetes, rising by nearly
90% to more than 500,000 by 2044. The age-standardised prevalence of diabetes will increase from around 3.9% of the population
(268,248) to 5.0% overall (502,358). The prevalence and volume of diabetes diagnoses will increase most drastically for Pacific peoples,
most notably Pacific females for whom diabetes prevalence is projected to increase to 17% of the population by 2044.
conclusions: The increases in the future burden of diabetes mellitus projected here will heighten pressure on health services. Immediate
action is required to reduce new cases of diabetes and other obesity-related illnesses. Fiscal policies to prevent these diseases, coupled
with population-level interventions to more effectively manage and control diabetes, are effective tools for reducing disease burden.
How is the specialist–primary palliative care model functioning for cancer patients in the current New Zealand health system?
Authors: Young Jessica , Egan Richard , Lyons Antonia , Dew Kevin
Published: January 2025

aim: Patient barriers to accessing hospice and palliative care (PC) have been well studied. Important, yet less investigated, is how
cancer patients whose hospice referrals were not accepted are being cared for. This article aims to understand the referral process
from PC providers’ perspectives and the implications of the current palliative system for patients, families and health professionals.
methods: We conducted interviews with 28 healthcare professionals via Zoom. Participants worked in specialist and primary PC
settings, such as hospices and aged residential care, and were based in seven Aotearoa New Zealand regions. We thematically
analysed the interview transcripts.
results: We identified four themes: the state of the PC system; communication issues; unmet needs and inequities; and managing
care within the current system.
conclusion: The limited funding for PC and other health services is resulting in a decrease in PC services. The specialist–primary model
of end-of-life supportive care in New Zealand is undermined by under-funding. The implications for cancer patients, their families/whānau
and their healthcare professionals are moves towards a more biomedical model of PC, a reduction in training and unsustainable workarounds
to manage care within the under-resourced system. Considering the ageing population, urgent action is needed.
RELIABILITY AND ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF A SYSTEM COMPRISING THREE UNITS I.E. OPERATIVE, HOT STANDBY AND WARM STANDBY
Authors: Munda L , Taneja G , Sachdeva K
Published: January 2025

The technique of redundancy, often known as standby, has been frequently used to increase system availability and reliability. The system comprises three units -operative, hot standby, and warm standby- which have varying failure rates following an exponential distribution. If the operative unit fails to function, a hot standby unit takes over if available. The switching of the warm standby unit concept is taken under consideration whenever a warm standby unit is required to be made operative. Warm standby unit repairs are prioritized when any unit has to be repaired since these repairs can be completed more quickly than other failed units as they work under less load and experience minimal failures. When both the operative and hot standby units fail, the hot standby is repaired first since it functions with the same load though it is not in operation, which allows for an earlier repair than the operative unit. Regeneration point technique has been used for finding various measures. Cut-off points for the revenue cost and cost per repairman visit have been computed to ascertain the profitability of the system.
Almost Nearly (τ1, τ2)-Continuous Functions
Authors: Kong-ied Butsakorn , Sama-Ae Areeyuth , Boonpok Chawalit
Published: January 2025

This paper presents a new class of functions called almost nearly (τ1, τ2)-continuous functions. Furthermore, several characterizations and some properties concerning almost nearly (τ1, τ2)-continuous functions are discussed.
Central Limit Theorem for Markov Chains with Variable Memory via the Chen-Stein Method
Authors: Konané Victorien , Yaméogo Claude , Baguian Wahabo
Published: January 2025

In this paper, we studied Markov chains of variable length and the convergence of persistent walk.We, also, looked at the rate of convergence of such process. We also provide the use of variable-memory stochastic chains in risk models.
Restarted Shooting Method Applied to Jeffery-Hamel Flow Problem
Authors: Alzaid Nawal , Alzahrani Kholoud , Bakodah Huda
Published: January 2025

In the current manuscript, an efficient numerical method based on coupling the restarted decomposition method and the shooting method has been implemented to tackle the nonlinear differential equation that describes blood flow in human arteries. A complete outline of the coupled method has been provided and further utilized on the generalized Jeffery-Hamel blood flow problem. In addition, the acquired computational results are contrasted with the numerical results of other computational approaches. Lastly, the efficacy of the devised numerical method is confirmed by the maximum error remainder and is reported through comparison tables and figures.
Penerapan Tata Tertib Sebagai Upaya Meningkatkan Karakteristik Kedisiplinan Santri di Yayasan Ash-Shibyan Desa Mekarmaju
Authors: ‘Izza Fadhila Nurul , Rimaelina Indah , Al-Kautsar Inka Alamanda
Published: January 2025

Pendidikan merupakan penting dalam kemajuan suatubangsa. Dengan adanya pendidikan,akan tercipta anak-anak bangsa yangberwawasan dan anak-anak yangberani dalam menghadapi permasalahan yang ada. Untuk terciptanya suasana yang kondusif selama kegiatan pendidikan berlangsung, perlu diberlakukannya tata tertib yang bertujuan untuk mendisiplinkan dan memberikan rasa tanggung jawab terhadap para peserta didik. Namun, tata tertib yang diberlakukan harus mendidik agar tidak melanggar aturan dalam pendidikan. Pemberlakuan tata tertib ini akan berjalan dengan baik jika seluruh komponen dapat melaksanakannya dengan optimal sehingga tercipta suasana belajar. yang kondusif. Metode yang dilakukan pada kegiatan ini adalah observasi yang bertujuan untuk meneliti dan menyaksikan secara langsung bagaimana pemberlakuan tata tertib yang ada di Yayasan Ash-Shibyan. Dalam pelaksanaannya, ketua yayasan Ash-shibyan membuat aturan-aturan tata tertib yang bertujuan untuk mendisiplinkan para santri serta membuat sanksi yang mendidik bagi para santri yang melanggar tata tertib. Pemberlakuan tata tertib yang ada di Yayasan AshShibyan ini berjalan dengan baik dan optimal karena seluruh komponen dapat diajak kerjasama dengan baik demi tercipta suasana pembelajaran yang nyaman, kondusif, dan optimal.
Mengungkap Strategi dan Mekanisme Koping Caregiver Keluarga Pasien Skizofrenia: Literature Review
Authors: Dewi Ni Putu Cyanda Cahya , Lestari Made Diah
Published: January 2025

Skizofrenia termasuk gangguan kejiwaan berat. Dampak dari gangguan ini tidak hanya memengaruhi pasien, melainkan juga keluarga yang menjadi caregiver. Kondisi psikologis keluarga yang tidak stabil dapat mempersulit keluarga untuk melakukan koping dan pengambilan keputusan yang tepat dan bijak dalam pemenuhan kebutuhan pasien. Kemampuan keluarga dalam mengambil keputusan yang tepat tergantung dari strategi dan mekanisme koping yang efektif yang disesuaikan dengan situasi dan masalah yang dialami oleh masing-masing keluarga caregiver selama masa perawatan. Oleh karena itu, peneliti bertujuan untuk memberikan gambaran strategi dan mekanisme koping yang tepat digunakan pada keluarga caregiver skizofrenia yang disesuaikan dengan kondisi mereka. Metode yang dipergunakan dalam penelitian ini bersifat literature review melalui pencarian pada tiga database Google Scholar, Researchgate, dan Crossref sehingga didapatkan sebelas artikel yang dianalisis. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan perbedaan proses koping yang dilakukan oleh caregiver skizofrenia sebagai respons adaptasi dari keadaan yang dialami meliputi strategi emotional focused coping, strategi problem focused coping, mekanisme koping adaptif, mekanisme koping maladaptif, dan koping religius. Penggunaan dari strategi dan mekanisme koping ini disesuaikan kembali dengan efektivitasnya masing-masing sesuai dengan kondisi dari caregiver saat merawat pasien skizofrenia.
Peran Resiliensi dalam Meningkatkan Kesejahteraan Subyektif pada IRT Penuh Waktu yang Mengalami Burnout
Authors: Kirana Liuciana Handoyo , Dewi Fransisca Iriana Roesmala , Sahrani Riana
Published: January 2025

Kesejahteraan seorang ibu rumah tangga (IRT) penuh waktu memiliki peranan yang sangat penting bagi semua anggotanya, yaitu mencakup kesejahteraan emosional dan fisik. Sampel dalam penelitian ini merupakan IRT penuh waktu yang mengalami burnout dan berdampak terhadap kesejahteraaan keluarga. Banyak perempuan berpendidikan tinggi meninggalkan pekerjaan dan memutuskan menjadi IRT penuh waktu. Namun seiring berjalannya waktu, IRT penuh waktu mengalami burnout akibat rutinitas baru. Burnout disebabkan oleh pekerjaan rumah tangga dan pengasuhan anak yang tidak pernah selesai dalam kehidupan sehari-hari sehingga mengakibatkan kelelahan fisik dan psikis. Resiliensi merupakan kemampuan untuk bangkit kembali dalam mengatasi stres.  Penelitian ini terdiri dari dua variabel, yaitu resiliensi sebagai variabel bebas dan kesejahteraan subyektif ibu sebagai variabel terikat.  Kedua alat ukur tersebut adalah Subjective Well-being for Mother (SWBM) dan Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC). Metode kuantitatif korelasional digunakan dalam penelitian ini. Kuesioner disebarkan kepada 317 IRT yang sebelumnya bekerja minimal enam bulan dan masih memiliki anak usia sekolah. Burnout dapat terjadi pada IRT penuh waktu mana pun tanpa memandang usia, pendidikan, dan status sosial ekonomi. Penelitian ini membuktikan bahwa resiliensi memberikan dampak yang baik bagi IRT penuh waktu yang mengalami burnout untuk memperoleh kembali kesejahteraan dirinya.
Katı oksit yakıt pili cam-seramik sızdırmazlık elemanlarının çalışma sonrası metalik ara bağlantılardan bertarafı
Authors: Altan Tolga
Published: January 2025

Katı oksit yakıt pili (KOYP) sızdırmazlık elemanı olarak kullanılan cam/cam-seramik malzemelerin diğer alternatif yaklaşımlara göre çok daha etkin bir sızdırmazlık sağladığı bilinmektedir. Öte yandan, KOYP sistemlerinde çalışma sonrası yüzey ile etkili bir yapışma sağlayan cam-seramiklerin metalik akım toplayıcılardan sökülmesi ve ilgili metalik elemanların tekrar kullanılması oldukça zordur. Bu çalışmada cam-seramik sızdırmazlık elemanlarının farklı konsantrasyonlardaki (hacimce %5, %10, %15, %20 ve %25) nitrik asit çözeltilerinde farklı bekletme süreleri (30-240 dakika) için çözünme davranışı incelenmiştir. Testlerde kullanılan cam-seramiklerin üretiminde şerit döküm yöntemi kullanılmış ve kimyasal işlem öncesi/sonrası yapışma mukavemetleri Crofer malzemeden imal edilen ara bağlantılar kullanarak çekme testi ile belirlenmiştir. Testler sonrasında ara yüzey özellikleri stereoskopik mikroskop ve profilometre analizleri ile incelenmiştir. Belirlenen optimum koşullar altında cam-seramiklerin metal yüzeylerinden tamamen uzaklaştırılabildiği ve çözünme sonrası numune yüzeylerinde kalan oksit tabakaların etkisiyle %70 oranında yapışma mukavemetinde iyileşme sağlayıp sızdırmazlık performansı üzerinde olumlu etkileri olduğu tespit edilmiştir.
Non-Verbal Reasoning Profile in the Holistic Model School (PHMS) of Character-Based Holistic Education (CBHE) by Indonesia Heritage Foundation (IHF) Depok
Authors: Aviratri Yudha , Syahputri Riani
Published: January 2025

The Character-Based Holistic Education (CBHE) model is an educational framework developed by the Indonesia Heritage Foundation (IHF) to align with the cultural structures and values of Indonesian society. It is implemented in IHF’s model schools, including Character Kindergarten and Character Elementary School in Depok, serving as a laboratory for teachers, education practitioners, and government agencies to observe and learn its practical applications. IHF reports that 6,607 teachers and schools have adopted this model, with 5,856 at the early childhood level and 751 at the primary level. The CBHE model emphasizes character as a core value while integrating Higher-Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) into the learning process. This study investigates whether classroom practices meet these core values by assessing non-verbal reasoning skills as an indicator of HOTS. Using the Nijmeegse Schoolbekwaamheids Test (NST), the study examined 121 children, comprising 83 from Character Kindergarten and 38 from Non-Character Kindergarten. Results indicate that 12% of Character Kindergarten children achieved a "good" category in non-verbal reasoning, while none of the Non-Character Kindergarten children reached this level. These findings highlight the effectiveness of the CBHE model in promoting higher-order cognitive skills.
Atypical usage of chlorhexidine and saline stored split-thickness skin grafts in a case of infected burn wounds
Authors: Khoo Phong Jhiew , Mohamed Sukur Salmi , Chai Siew Cheng
Published: January 2025

Introduction

Management of infected burn wounds should include clinical diagnosis, pathogen identification, wound care, surgical debridement, and targeted antibiotic therapy.

Aim

This article highlights the usage of an atypically stored split-thickness skin graft (STSG) in infected burn wounds and affirm that burn wound closure with STSG application is the standard of care.

Case study

We present a case of infected burn wounds in an elderly patient. Intraoperatively, her condition deteriorated and surgery had to be terminated abruptly. We were unable to apply the harvested STSGs. The meshed STSGs were refrigerated at 4°C after being wrapped in chlorhexidine-impregnated paraffin gauze and saline-moisturized gauze. On day 4 of storage, the STSGs were applied to Pseudomonas aeruginosa infected wounds, post-debridement. Graft take was 100% during subsequent review.

Results and discussion

If the wounds are debrided thoroughly and targeted antibiotic administered, STSG application on infected burn wounds might not be absolutely contraindicated. When appropriately stored, time sensitive STSGs can still be used to achieve wound closure.

Conclusions

A simple storage method of STSGs using chlorhexidine and saline warrants further research.
Computación cuántica
Authors: Sierra Sosa Daniel , Lalinde Pulido Juan G.
Published: January 2025

Antes de abordar el temario a tratar, cada uno de los invitados hizo un breve resumen de su trayectoria profesional: Alberto Maldonado, doctorado del Centro de Investigación en Computación del Instituto Politécnico Nacional (CIC IPN) de México; Qiskit Advocate  IBM Quantum; Mentor  QOSF Mentorship Program and Womanium in quantum; Ambassador Unitary Fund y Admin Quantum Universal Education. Diego Emilio Serrano, Director de Ingeniería en Panasonic, USA, Promotor y divulgador de la computación cuántica por diversos medios, incluido su propio canal en YouTube. Y Gonzalo Mejía Jaramillo, EPM, Medellín, Colombia. Arquitecto de TI que lidera el proyecto de utilización de Computación Cuántica para detectar outliers en telemedidas.
Métodos de Codificación para QML
Authors: Lopera Torres Samuel , Sierra Sosa Daniel , Lalinde Pulido Juan G.
Published: January 2025

La fusión de la computación cuántica con el aprendizaje automático está allanando el camino para el Aprendizaje Automático Cuántico (QML, por sus siglas en inglés), un campo con el potencial de redefinir las capacidades computacionales en sectores como la criptografía, el descubrimiento de fármacos y las finanzas. En el núcleo de QML se encuentra la codificación de datos clásicos en estados cuánticos, una tarea tanto fundamental como compleja. El proceso de codificación permite representar la información clásica aprovechando las propiedades únicas de los sistemas cuánticos, como la superposición y el entrelazamiento, lo que facilita la ejecución de tareas intensivas en computación con una rapidez y eficiencia potencialmente sin precedentes.
Plant-based coagulants for halal cheese production
Authors: Rahma Amiroh Auliya , Issustiarani Azzahra
Published: January 2025

Advancements in cheese-making technology have successfully integrated traditional methods with contemporary innovations, enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and product quality. Traditional cheese production typically uses animal rennet, which is sourced from the stomachs of young ruminants. This rennet contains the enzymes chymosin and pepsin, which are essential for the milk coagulation process in cheese making. Due to the limited availability of animal rennet and the rising demand for cheese and halal food products, the market has expanded beyond Muslim consumers to include non-Muslim individuals, leading to the exploration of alternative plant-based coagulants. Therefore, this study aims to evaluate the potential use of plant-based coagulants in producing halal cheese while identifying the challenges associated with the production process. These challenges include proteolytic activity, which can lead to a bitter taste, and inconsistencies in coagulant quality due to variations in the sources of the plants. The current study focuses on different types of plant proteases, such as aspartate, cysteine, and serine, extracted from different parts, as well as protease production techniques. It also explores coagulant quality parameters, such as milk clotting activity, proteolytic activity, optimal temperature, and pH, as well as their effects on the physicochemical and organoleptic properties of cheese. The results are expected to provide comprehensive scientific insights for the development of effective alternative coagulants to meet the needs of the halal cheese market in the future.
PELATIHAN MENULIS PUISI DI SDN 08 KAUR UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KETERAMPILAN MENULIS PUISI
Authors: Alendia Alendia , Lisdayanti Septina , Juhardi Ujang
Published: January 2025

Tujuan dari pengabdian ini adalah untuk meningkatkan kemampuan menulis dan meningkatkan ekspresi kreatif siswa Sekolah Dasar Negeri 8 Kaur kecamatan Semidang Gumay, Kabupaten Kaur, Desa Masria Baru. Pelatihan ini mengajarkan siswa dasar-dasar penulisan puisi. Metode yang digunakan adalah Classroom Action Research dengan pelatihan secara bertahap, merencanakan, melaksanakan, mengamati, dan merefleksikan setiap siklus pelatihan. Hasil dari pelatihan ini adalah adanya peningkatan keterampilan menulis pada siswa, hal ini nampak pada saat siswa mampu menulis puisi dengan struktur yang baik, penggunaan bahasa yang tepat, dan tema yang menarik. Pelatihan menulis puisi terbukti efektif dalam meningkatkan kemampuan menulis puisi pada siswa.
PELATIHAN MENULIS TEKS DESKRIPSI DENGAN METODE PERMAINAN PUZZLE DI SDN 51 KOTA BENGKULU
Authors: Penti Tri , Nazar Nazar , Yuniati Ira
Published: January 2025

Menulis menjadi salah satu keterampilan yang harus dimiliki siswa. Berdasarkan pengamatan awal, sebagian siswa belum memahami cara menulis teks deskripsi. Kegiatan ini menjadi bentuk usaha dalam membantu menambah keterampilan siswa dalam menulis. Pada kegiatan pelatihan ini, penulis memfokuskan terhadap kemampuan siswa dalam menyusun teks deskripsi menggunakan metode permainan puzzle. Tujuan dari kegiatan pelatihan ini adalah agar siswa mampu menulis teks deskripsi secara sederhana dengan baik. Agar kegiatan menulis menjadi kegiatan yang tidak membosankan, penulis menggunakan metode pembelajaran yang berbeda, yaitu menggunakan permainan puzzle untuk menemukan objek apa yang akan dideskripsikan nantinya. Hasil dari kegiatan pelatihan ini, sebagian besar siswa memahami bagaimana cara menulis teks deskripsi dengan tepat. Kesimpulan kegiatan ini yaitu dengan menggunakan metode permainan puzzle peserta didik dimudahkan dalam memahami cara menulis teks deskripsi.
PENGGUNAAN TEKNIK MIND MAPPING UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KEMAMPUAN MENULIS TEKS DESKRIPSI PADA SISWA KELAS XII SMAN 2 REJANG LEBONG
Authors: Akbar Dandi , Amin Imam Ahmad , Kusmiarti Reni
Published: January 2025

Kegiatan pelatihan teknik mind mapping bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kemampuan menulis teks deskripsi siswa kelas XII di SMAN 02 Rejang Lebong. Kegiatan ini dilatarbelakangi oleh kesulitan siswa dalam menyusun teks yang terstruktur dan koheren. Metode yang digunakan meliputi sosialisasi, pelatihan, pendampingan, dan diskusi kelompok kecil. Kegiatan dimulai dengan sosialisasi pentingnya keterampilan menulis, diikuti dengan sesi pelatihan membuat mind map berdasarkan topik deskripsi. Pendampingan dilakukan secara individual, dan siswa terlibat dalam diskusi untuk mempresentasikan mind map mereka dan saling memberi umpan balik. Hasil evaluasi menunjukkan lebih dari 70% siswa mengalami peningkatan signifikan dalam kemampuan menulis dan kepercayaan diri. Dengan demikian, teknik mind mapping terbukti efektif dalam membantu siswa mengorganisasi ide-ide mereka, menghasilkan tulisan yang lebih terstruktur. Program ini diharapkan dapat diterapkan lebih lanjut dalam pembelajaran di mata pelajaran lainnya.
PENDAMPINGAN PENERAPAN MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN “ULAR TANGGA MATEMATIKA” UNTUK MENINGKATKAN PEMAHAMAN GEOMETRI SISWA MI NURUL IMAN GEDANGAN
Authors: Nuriyatin Siti , Kusumawati Intan Bigita , Sukriyah Dewi , Widadah Soffil , Mubarokah Lailatul
Published: January 2025

Pemahaman siswa merupakan peranan penting dalam menunjang  pembelajaran. Guru perlu menerapkan strategi tertentu untuk meningkatkan pemahaman siswa. Pemilihan strategi harus menyesuaikan dengan kondisi dan kebutuhan siswa. Siswa mengalami kesulitan untuk memahami geometri (kubus, balok, prisma, dan limas). Hal ini disebabkan metode pembelajaran cenderung bersifat konvensional. Pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan melakukan pendampingan penerapan media pembelajaran “ular tangga matematika” untuk meningkatkan pemahaman geometri siswa MI Nurul Iman Gedangan. Penelitian di awali diskusi dengan pihak sekolah untuk menentukan desain yang sesuai dengan kondisi siswa, di lanjutkan pembuatan media oleh Tim KKN. Tahap selanjutnya uji coba penggunaan media pada siswa kelas 5, kemudian di lanjutkan dengan pemberian angket respon untuk melihat seberapa jauh ketertarikan siswa terhadap media yang di uji cobakan. Hasil angket respon menunjukkan bahwa respon positif yang diberikan oleh siswa mencapai 96%. Hal ini menunjukkan bahwa pembelajaran lebih mudah dan menarik ketika memanfaatkan media pembelajaran.
Influence of Blade Parameters on Cutting Force for Jowar Stalks
Authors:   Department of Farm Power and Machinery, College of Agril.Engg. and Technology,, Deshmukh Mrudulata , S K Thakare ,   Department of Farm Power and Machinery, College of Agril.Engg. and Technology,, V V Saraf ,   Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola (MS) - 444 104
Published: January 2025

The total harvesting of Jowar requires two stages of cutting, one at the top for separating cobs and another at the bottom for fodder. The study aimed to determine the cutting force required for three Jowar (Sorghum officinarum) varieties at different combinations of blade parameters. The minimum value of force was observed at the combination of bevel angle 45Â°and rake angle 0Â° for the varieties CSV-20 (2.04 N) and CSV-23 (2.10 N); whereas, for the variety CSH-9 the minimum force (1.26 N) was measured at blade bevel angle 35Â° and blade rake angle 0Â°. Similarly minimum force of 1.86, 1.59 and 1.06 N for cutting the stalks of Jowar varieties CSV-20, CSV-23 and CSH-9, respectively were recorded at the combination of blade rake angle 0Â° and blade velocity 350 rpm. At a combined effect, minimum force was recorded at blade bevel angle 45o and blade velocity 350 rpm for all the three varieties selected.
A Violência Psicológica na Lei Maria da Penha
Authors: Pereira Bianca Caroline
Published: January 2025

O presente artigo tem o objetivo de informar e citar as consequências da violência psicológica sofrida pelas mulheres vítimas de seus agressores. Com base no conceito do autor Rogério Sanches Cunha, uma explicação da origem da legislação com base na história da Maria da Penha Maia Fernandes. Sendo a metodologia de pesquisa utilizada com base em dados e estatísticas através de doutrinas e do Senado Federal. Podendo citar os meios de denunciar as agressões como a Campanha Sinal Vermelho Contra a Violência Doméstica. Analisando a aplicabilidade da medida protetiva de urgência como forma de impedir que os agressores tenham contato físico com as vítimas, com objetivo de diminuir o crescente número de casos.
OS PRINCIPAIS MEIOS DE DEFESA NA EXECUÇÃO
Authors: Silveira Leonardo Augusto Alves , Carvalho Rodrigo Souza , Lopes Nairo José Borge
Published: January 2025

Este artigo tem como objetivo analisar os meios de defesa disponíveis no processo de execução, com ênfase nas garantias constitucionais do executado e nas ferramentas legais que possibilitam a efetivação de seus direitos fundamentais. A pesquisa aborda o papel do juiz na condução do processo de execução, destacando a necessidade de equilíbrio entre os direitos do exequente e do executado, pautada nos princípios da razoabilidade e da proporcionalidade. A metodologia adotada foi a pesquisa bibliográfica, incluindo a análise de doutrinas, jurisprudências e legislação vigente, com foco nos mecanismos legais como SISBAJUD, RENAJUD, INFOJUD, além da substituição de bens penhorados e da exceção de pré-executividade. O estudo pretende fornecer uma visão prática e detalhada das estratégias de defesa do executado, garantindo a preservação de seus direitos sem obstruir a satisfação do crédito exequendo. Ao final, são discutidos os resultados alcançados por meio dessas medidas, evidenciando a importância de uma defesa eficaz no processo de execução e a atuação judicial na proteção dos direitos constitucionais do executado, sem prejudicar a efetividade da execução.
A Estrutura Gramatical na LIBRAS e suas acepções linguísticas
Authors: Bresciani Leonira Ofrunã Rodrigues
Published: January 2025

Este compêndio apresenta os elementos linguísticos e gramaticais que fazem da Língua Brasileira de Sinais (LIBRAS) um sistema nato de comunicação. As pessoas com surdez possuem a Língua Brasileira de Sinais (LIBRAS) como primeira língua e consideram como segunda, a Língua Portuguesa, reconhecida por possuir um sistema linguístico próprio, com suas variações e sentidos semânticos, que permitem uma comunicação tão eficiente quanto a comunicação feita pelos ouvintes.
A história mostra a luta das pessoas com surdez. Sua comunicação por meio de uma língua de sinais é uma prática antiga na história da humanidade e sua organização gramatical da língua apresenta três grandes campos sistêmicos: fonologia, morfologia e sintaxe. A pessoa com surdez foi figura marginalizada e vítima de preconceito, mas, nos últimos anos, uma série de medidas de inclusão têm sido realizadas no nosso país.
Para a realização deste compêndio, utilizou-se da Língua Portuguesa para mostrar as semelhanças estruturais existentes entre as duas línguas, tendo por base a LIBRAS, buscando identificar a diferença existente entre a estrutura gramatical da Língua Brasileira de Sinas (LIBRAS) e a Língua Portuguesa, por meio da comparação de sistemas.
É importante destacar que as Línguas de Sinais têm luz própria, ou seja, elas possuem suas próprias regras, obedecem a uma ordenação de sinais que permitem aos surdos comunicar-se. O principal objeto de estudo é a Língua Brasileira de Sinais (LIBRAS), que deve ser considerada como primeira língua para os surdos, tendo em vista sua gramática diferenciada e independente da língua oral.
A Lei nº 10.436/2002, homologou o Estatuto Linguístico da LIBRAS como Língua Materna dos surdos brasileiros, consolidando sua condição de estrutura linguística composta de todos os componentes pertinentes às línguas convencionais, como gramática semântica, pragmática sintaxe e outros elementos, preenchendo assim, os requisitos científicos para ser considerada instrumental linguístico de poder e força.
Optimalisasi Akurasi Algoritma Naïve Bayes Dengan Metode Syntetic Minority Oversampling Technique (Smote) Pada Data Numerik
Authors: Hizbul Izzi  , Arief Setyanto  , Anggit Dwi Hartanto
Published: January 2025

This research will classify numerical data, namely loan data taken from Kaggle. The data used amounted to 9578 datasets which included data classes with borrowers able to complete credit as many as 8045 records and loans that could not complete credit as many as 1533 records. From the amount of data there is an imbalance of classes so it is necessary to do balancing in order to get more accurate classification results. The purpose of this research is to improve the accuracy of the Naïve Bayes algorithm in classifying numerical data. Fraud in financial transactions is an example of a case of imbalanced data, where the number of legitimate transactions is much greater than those that are fraudulent. Optimizing accuracy in minority (fraud) classes is very important to avoid losses. The method used to improve the accuracy of the algorithm is the Synthetic Minority Oversampling Technique (SMOTE) by over sampling the minority of the dataset. In addition, it also uses the K-Fold Cross Validation method to evaluate the performance of the algorithm process used. Data preprocessing is done to clean the data from missing and invalid values and normalize the data so that all features are on the same scale and suitable for classification analysis. Based on the results of the analysis conducted, before the application of SMOTE the model's ability to recognize minority classes was 16.1%, while after the application of SMOTE the model's ability to recognize minority classes became 48.8%. besides that, before the application of SMOTE the model was able to predict the minority class correctly in 10 cases while after the application of SMOTE, the model was able to predict the minority class correctly in 102 cases. So it can be concluded that the SMOTE technique is able to improve the ability of the model
On Schur power convexity of generalized invariant contra harmonic means with respect to geometric means
Authors:   Department of Electronic Information, Teacher’s College, Beijing Union University, Beijing City, 100011, China, Shi Huan-Nan , Wang Fei ,   Mathematics Teaching and Research Section, Zhejiang Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310053, China, Zhang Jing ,   Institute of Fundamental and Interdisciplinary Sciences, Beijing Union University, Beijing 100101, China, Du Wei-Shih ,   Department of Mathematics, National Kaohsiung Normal University, Kaohsiung 82444, Taiwan
Published: January 2025

In this article, we investigate the power convexity of two generalized forms of the invariant of the contra harmonic mean with respect to the geometric mean, and establish several inequalities involving bivariate power mean as applications. Some open problems related to the Schur power convexity and concavity are also given.
Formulation and evaluation of gastroretentive drug delivery system
Authors: Ankush M. Lonkar  , Rohan G. Ajabe  , Vaibhav G. Akhand  , Vinayak A. Katekar  , Nandkishor B. Deshmukh  , Swati P. Deshmukh
Published: January 2025

Gastroretentive Drug Delivery Systems (GRDDS) are advanced oral drug delivery technologies designed to extend the residence time of a drug in the stomach, improving the bioavailability and therapeutic efficacy of drugs absorbed in the upper gastrointestinal tract or exhibiting localized gastric activity. These systems are especially beneficial for drugs with a narrow absorption window or poor intestinal solubility. GRDDS utilize mechanisms such as floating systems that stay buoyant on gastric fluids, bioadhesive systems that adhere to the stomach lining, swelling systems that expand to prevent premature gastric emptying, and multiparticulate systems offering flexibility in dosage and controlled release.
The formulation of GRDDS involves selecting biocompatible polymers and excipients that withstand the acidic gastric environment while releasing the drug in a controlled and sustained manner. These systems can reduce dosing frequency, enhance patient compliance, and provide consistent plasma drug levels, minimizing side effects. GRDDS are particularly valuable in treating chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, gastrointestinal infections, and peptic ulcers. By leveraging innovative designs, GRDDS significantly advance therapeutic outcomes in modern pharmacotherapy.
A review about cardiovascular disease and risk factors
Authors: Ahmed Mudher AL- khay kanee  , Soura Alaa Hussein  , Abbas Ghali Hamed
Published: January 2025

This overview discusses the causes and contributing factors of cardiovascular disease. Apart from the conventional risk factors for cardiovascular disease diabetes, hypertension, smoking, high cholesterol, and genetic predisposition a growing body of research suggests that environmental physical and chemical factors also contribute significantly to the rising incidence of non-communicable diseases. In the area, heart disease, or "CD," continues to be the leading cause of mortality. Premature deaths, or cardiovascular deaths in people under 72 years of age, are especially alarming since they represent approximately 60 million years of life that may be lost to the disease annually in Europe. To estimate the global health burden of cardiovascular disease, continuous surveillance and monitoring should form the foundation for the creation and execution of evidence-based prevention and treatment initiatives.
The effect of temperature and period of storage on the nutritional composition of cassava
Authors: Adeola Victoria Oyagbohun
Published: January 2025

Cassava (Manihot esculenta), a staple crop in many tropical regions, plays a critical role in global food security due to its high caloric content and adaptability to varying climatic conditions. Despite its widespread consumption, cassava's nutritional value is highly influenced by post-harvest handling, particularly temperature and storage duration. This study investigates the effect of different storage temperatures and periods on the nutritional composition of cassava, focusing on macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids), micronutrients (vitamins and minerals), and anti-nutritional factors. Using controlled laboratory experiments, cassava roots were stored at varying temperatures (ambient, refrigerated, and frozen) for periods ranging from one week to two months. Nutritional analyses were conducted at predefined intervals to assess changes in starch content, crude protein levels, vitamin C concentration, and cyanogenic glycosides. Results indicate that prolonged storage, particularly under high temperatures, significantly reduces starch and vitamin C content while increasing protein degradation. Conversely, freezing preserved most nutrients but was associated with minimal increases in anti-nutritional factors. These findings underscore the importance of temperature control in preserving cassava's nutritional quality during storage. The study provides actionable insights for cassava processing industries, farmers, and policymakers, emphasizing the need for optimized storage conditions to maintain the crop's nutritional integrity. Future research should explore the interplay between storage conditions and cassava-derived product quality, with a focus on scaling up findings for industrial applications.
Integrating advanced information analysis techniques to enhance operational efficiency in business administration practices
Authors: Ekaette Tim  , Ayodeji Babalola  , Abla Akpene Kossidze  , Sai Vidhya Goriparthi
Published: January 2025

Advanced techniques of information analysis, with their implementation, have become the basis of the economic efficiency of modern business management. In the face of ever-compounding complexity in markets and even more growing competition, applying data-driven tools and methodologies can have transformative power to simplify processes, optimize resource utilization, and improve decision-maker effectiveness. This article discusses how operational excellence across a number of business administration practices is driven by advanced information analysis. It elaborates on defeat analytical methods, like predictive modeling, data visualization, and machine learning algorithms, and illustrates their usage in process optimization and inefficiency identification. Data on resource performance is made available for actionable insights, empowering real-time fine-tuning of resource allocation and, in future iterations, automating provisioning adjustments based on usage trends. They also enable organizations to react to the changing market landscape swiftly, without incurring unnecessary costs or redundancies. Although case studies differ from industry to industry, such as retail, manufacturing, or financial services, the practical outcomes of how information analysis helps in improving operational efficiency can also be seen across the board. From supply chain optimization to customer relationship management, evidence of how advanced analytics helps reduce bottlenecks, forecast trends, and align operations with strategic objectives continues to grow. Furthermore, ethical implications, including data privacy and algorithmic bias, are considered to secure the responsible implementation of these technologies. The discoveries highlight the significance of establishing a data-driven culture in organizations. By enabling teams with the know-how and capabilities for higher-level analytics, organizations can make sustainable efficiency improvements and gain an advantage in the broad environment, which is changing quickly. This article delivers practical steps managers can take to utilize advanced information analysis systems in their businesses.