bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
MENUJU KOPERASI MANDIRI MELAUI PELATIHAN DAN WORKSHOP PENGEMBANGAN ORGANISASI DAN MANAJEMEN KOPERASI DI KABUPATEN BENGKULU UTARA
Authors: Yusmaniarti Yusmaniarti , Marini Marini , Windhi Tia Saputra  , Ali Ibrahim
Published: January 2025

Tujuan pelatihan ini adalah memperkuat kapasitas anggota koperasi dalam mengelola usaha secara mandiri sehingga mampu beradaptasi dengan tantangan pasar yang semakin kompetitif. Metode yang digunakan meliputi penyampaian materi, diskusi interaktif, dan simulasi. Materi pelatihan mencakup penyusunan laporan keuangan berbasis Standar Akuntansi Keuangan (SAK) serta pengukuran kinerja koperasi menggunakan rasio keuangan. Pelatihan dilaksanakan selama tiga hari, 13–15 Oktober 2024, di Kantor PLUT Kabupaten Bengkulu Utara, dengan peserta sebanyak 30 orang dari unsur pengurus koperasi. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan dampak positif berupa peningkatan efisiensi dan aksesibilitas sumber daya keuangan bagi koperasi. Selain itu, peserta mengapresiasi pelatihan ini karena membantu mereka mengatasi kesulitan dalam penyusunan laporan keuangan dan pengambilan keputusan berbasis analisis kinerja koperasi. Simpulan, pelatihan berhasil meningkatkan pengetahuan dan pemahaman pengurus koperasi dalam mengembangkan koperasi menjadi lebih berdaya dan mandiri sebagai basis ekonomi rakyat. Peserta juga merekomendasikan kegiatan lanjutan berupa pendampingan sebelum pelaksanaan Rapat Anggota Tahunan (RAT) 2024 untuk memastikan laporan keuangan sesuai dengan standar yang berlaku.
Kata kunci: Organisasi, Manajemen, Koperasi, SAK
PELATIHAN PEMASARAN DIGITAL UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KETERAMPILAN SISWA SMK BINA NASIONAL INFORMATIKA BEKASI DALAM MENGHADAPI DUNIA KERJA
Authors: Mulyono Sri , Aliman Aliman , Aziz Aghni Aulia
Published: January 2025

Perkembangan teknologi digital telah mengubah paradigma dunia kerja, sehingga keterampilan pemasaran digital menjadi penting bagi siswa SMK untuk bersaing di pasar kerja. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pelatihan pemasaran digital di SMK Bina Nasional Informatika Bekasi dalam meningkatkan keterampilan siswa dalam menghadapi dunia kerja. Melalui pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif, wawancara dan emsonstrasi yang dilakukan dengan guru, kepala program keahlian, siswa, pengusaha, dan kepala sekolah. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pemasaran digital sangat penting untuk meningkatkan daya saing siswa di dunia kerja, dengan keterampilan utama yang harus dikuasai seperti manajemen konten, desain grafis, dan analisis data. Meskipun ada kendala seperti keterbatasan fasilitas dan waktu, pelatihan yang terstruktur dan berbasis praktik dapat membantu siswa mengatasi tantangan dunia kerja yang semakin digital. Pelatihan pemasaran digital di SMK Bina Nasional Informatika Bekasi diharapkan dapat menutup kesenjangan antara keterampilan siswa dan kebutuhan industri
SOSIALISASI PEMADAMAN NPWP MENJADI NIK PADA KARANG TARUNA DESA ARGOMULYO, KARANGLO SEDAYU, BANTUL
Authors: Adang Rika , Bayu Utomo Rochmad
Published: January 2025

Perubahan kebijakan perpajakan yang mengharuskan penggantian Nomor Pokok Wajib Pajak (NPWP) dengan Nomor Induk Kependudukan (NIK) menjadi hal yang penting untuk dipahami oleh masyarakat, khususnya generasi muda. Pemahaman yang terbatas terhadap kebijakan ini dapat menghambat implementasi yang efektif dan meningkatkan potensi kesalahan administrasi pajak. Oleh karena itu, pengabdian masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk memberikan sosialisasi kepada karang taruna Desa Karanglo mengenai pemadanan NPWP menjadi NIK. Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini dilakukan dalam bentuk sosialisasi dan dihadiri oleh 10 karang taruna Karanglo. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pemahaman tentang Pemadanan NPWP menjadi NIK bagi karang taruna desa untuk mempermudah administrasi perpajakan dan meningkatkan kepatuhan pajak di masyarakat.
Filsafat Tauhid Perspektif Abdurrahman Wahid
Authors: Chaniago Hilfah
Published: January 2025

Abdurrahman Wahid, atau yang lebih dikenal sebagai Gus Dur, menawarkan perspektif tauhid yang menekankan pada prinsip-prinsip inklusivitas, pluralisme, dan kemanusiaan. Dalam pandangannya, tauhid bukan hanya tentang pengakuan keesaan Tuhan, tetapi juga tentang bagaimana nilai-nilai ketuhanan tersebut diterapkan dalam kehidupan sosial dan politik. Gus Dur percaya bahwa tauhid harus mendorong umat Islam untuk menghargai perbedaan, memperjuangkan keadilan, dan melindungi hak-hak asasi manusia. Ia juga menekankan bahwa interpretasi yang sempit dan eksklusif terhadap tauhid dapat menimbulkan konflik dan ketidakadilan. Dengan demikian, Gus Dur mengajak umat Islam untuk mengembangkan pemahaman tauhid yang lebih luas dan kontekstual, yang mampu menjawab tantangan zaman modern.
STRATEGI PEMASARAN PENDIDIKAN MELALUI MEDIA SOSIAL
Authors: Rika Ariyani  , Sukandar Hadi  , Nur Komariah
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis strategi pemasaran pendidikan media sosial dalam meningkatkan daya tarik dan citra lembaga pendidikan di SD IT Permata Hati Kabupaten Merangin. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif deskriptif dengan pengumpulan data melalui wawancara mendalam, observasi dan dokumentasi. Analisis data dilakukan melalui tiga tahapan, yaitu analisis domain, analisis taksonomi dan analisis komponensial. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa 1) perencanaan pemasaran pendidikan melalui media sosial di SD IT Permata Hati Kabupaten Merangin dilakukan dengan memperhatikan berbagai elemen penting, seperti pengembangan produk, penetapan harga, strategi promosi, dan pengorganisasian tim pemasaran, 2) Proses pemasaran dilakukan dengan mengidentifikasi pasar untuk memahami kebutuhan masyarakat serta memaksimalkan pelayanan dengan memberikan informasi yang mudah diakses melalui berbagai platform online dan offline, 3) Beberapa faktor pendukung meliputi kerjasama yang solid antara pihak sekolah, adanya sarana dan prasarana yang dimiliki, serta branding sekolah yang kuat. Sedangkan faktor penghambat antara lain; terbatasnya kualitas sarana dan prasarana, jaringan internet yang tidak stabil, serta tidak semua masyarakat memiliki pemahaman yang cukup tentang penggunaan media sosial.
Kata kunci: Pemasaran, Pendidikan, Media Sosial.
La relación entre el juego libre y el desarrollo de habilidades socioemocionales en niños de 4 a 6 años
Authors: Castro Vera Kerly Dennisse , Desiderio Castro Julia Kassandra , Cumba Villon Melissa Teresa , Miranda Guaranda Luz América
Published: January 2025

El presente trabajo tiene como propósito relacionar el juego libre y el desarrollo de las habilidades socioemocionales, que les permita a los niños desarrollar las diversas habilidades sociales, que facilita sus relaciones interpersonales con las demás personas, que permita elaborar y modificar modelos de conductas propias y con valores, poniendo en práctica habilidades que puedan motivar a los niños a interactuar con los demás y solucionar conflictos, el juego libre ha sido considerado una actividad fundamental en la infancia, no solo por su carácter lúdico, sino también por su rol en el desarrollo integral de los niños. Este artículo explora la relación entre el juego libre y el desarrollo de habilidades socioemocionales en niños de 4 a 6 años, enfatizando cómo este tipo de juego facilita competencias como la empatía, el autocontrol, la comunicación, y la resolución de conflictos. El desarrollo de las habilidades del estudiante cobra importancia ante la problemática de asociar el juego infantil con el ocio y la necesidad de concientizar a la población que los niños necesitan ser niños. A través de una revisión de la literatura y análisis teóricos, se discuten los efectos positivos del juego libre en el desarrollo de habilidades que son esenciales para la adaptación social y el bienestar emocional. (SALAZAR, 2015)Desde el aspecto metodológico, el tipo de investigación es cuantitativo, nivel y diseño descriptivos simple. Se trabajó con una muestra de 30 niños entre las edades de 4 y 5 años de la unidad educativa Esperanza Caputi, el instrumento utilizado fue la Escala de Habilidades Socioemocionales.
Model Tindakan Iklim Untuk Negara Berkembang (Indonesia) Melalui Metode Adaptasi Dan Mitigasi Yang Terintegrasi
Authors: Dewi Nurvianti  , - Srifridayanti , Fathurrahman
Published: January 2025

Climate action is the 13th Sustaianble development Goals (SDG’s) target, where countries around the world have agreed to fulfil it through concrete steps. Surely, these efforts will not be uniform among countries, including Indonesia as developing country. Well known the high costs of supporting climate actions is the biggest problem. However the challenge is even greater because Indonesia is the state with the highest gas emissions in Southeast Asia, even 3 to 4 times greater than other ASEAN member states. Therefore, it is urgent to provide recommendations for Indonesia regarding climate action models. This study used the socio-legal method. The results are: firstly, climate change has adverse effects in  Indonesia, such as high levels of extreme poverty, vulnerability to food sources on which Indonesian people heavily depend, an increase in natural disasters, adverse impacts on coastal communities, and high deforestation rates. Secondly, for the effectiveness and efficiency of achieving  climate action targets in Indonesia, one of the appropriate model or concept which suitable for Indonesia is a form of climate action model through synergy across aspects and sectoral, which are based on the Adaptation and Mitigation of Climate Change. This model can serve as a reference for developing countries worldwide.
‎المحاكم الجنائية الدولية بين واقع السيادة الوطنية وواقع سيادة القانون الدولي العام
Authors:   دكتوراه في القانون العام - تخصص قانون دولي عام / جامعة بيروت العربية, الصايغ الدكتور / مسعود
Published: January 2025

إن تطبيق القوانين الوطنية يشكل أحد المظاهر السيادية للدولة التي تمثل مبدأ إقليمية القانون. وعلى هذا الأساس فإن القاضي لا يلجأ إلى تطبيق أي من القواعد القانونية المستوردة من دولة اخرى لتعارض ذلك مع مبدأ السيادة الوطنية.
لكن خطورة بعض الجرائم حول العالم أدت لنشوء الاختصاص القضائي الدولي، نظرا لكونها ترتقي لمستوى الجرائم الدولية التي تتطلب التعاون على الصعيد الدولي لمكافحتها استنادا لإطار قانوني دولي خارج إطار مبدأ إقليمية القوانين.
وتكون المعاهدة الدولية مصدرا لقواعد القانون الدولي العام، وهي تعتبر تشريعا دوليا بسبب صدورها عن الإرادة الشارعة لأطرافها.
وتعد المحكمة الجنائية الدولية إحدى المنظمات الدولية الحكومية التي تمثل الوجه المطلوب لهذا التعاون الدولي في حدود الأهداف المرسومة له.
تأثير المصلحة المركزية للمخاطر المصرفية على سياسات الإقراض في البنوك اللبنانية
Authors:   الجامعة الإسلامية في لبنان, المصري عامر رشيد
Published: January 2025

تهدف هذه الدراسة إلى تحليل تأثير المصلحة المركزية للمخاطر المصرفية على سياسات الإقراض في البنوك اللبنانية، مع التركيز على التحديات والعقبات التي تواجه البنوك والمصلحة في تطبيق نظام المخاطر. استخدمت الدراسة منهجية نقدية وتحليلية لتحقيق أهدافها. تُظهر النتائج أن المصلحة تسهم في تحسين معايير الإقراض وتعزيز استقرار هيكلية محفظة القروض، وتحسين تخصيص الائتمان ودعم اتخاذ القرارات المالية السليمة وتطوير السياسات الائتمانية لدى البنوك. ولكن البنوك قد تواجه تحديات متعددة تشمل التحديات التكنولوجية، الأمان الإلكتروني، الامتثال المالي والتحقق من صحة البيانات وإدارتها، وتدريب الموظفين، وصعوبة تحليل المعلومات الائتمانية التي تتطلب خبرة ومهارات كبيرة، والاضطرابات السياسية والاقتصادية. تواجه المصلحة المركزية للمخاطر عقبات تؤثر على فعالية النظام، أبرزها التأخيرات في تقديم المعلومات، نقص الموارد للتحقق من دقة البيانات، وعدم كفاية تحديث البيانات الشهري. تحديات السرية المصرفية تعيق تبادل المعلومات، في حين يعاني الإطار التنظيمي من صعوبة مواكبة التطورات الحديثة. فالعوامل السياسية والنفوذ قد تؤدي إلى تحيز في التحليلات وتؤثر على دقة المعلومات. ووجود ثغرات بينتها الدراسة بالنظام الخاص بالمصلحة. توصي الدراسة بتعزيز إدارة البيانات الائتمانية ودقتها، وتحسين البنية التحتية التكنولوجية، وتحديث الإطار التنظيمي والقانوني، توفير التدريب المستمر وتبني تقنيات جديدة وتطبيق أدوات تقييم المخاطر المتقدمة. وتعزيز الشفافية والمساءلة، وضع نظام رقابي صارم، وتوصي بضرورة إصدار قانون عصري حديث ينظم عمل المصلحة لتعزيز فعاليتها وضمان إدارة مخاطر ائتمانية متكاملة ودقيقة.
The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Diagnosing and Managing Chronic Diseases: A Paradigm Shift
Authors: Saad Dr
Published: January 2025

BACKGROUND: To evaluate the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on diagnosing and managing chronic diseases, focusing on its efficacy in improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare burdens.
 
METHOD: This observational study was conducted at Mardan Medical Complex from January 2024 to December 2024. Data analysis incorporated patient characteristics, diagnostic accuracy, and management outcomes facilitated by AI, comparing AI-based and conventional approaches.
 
RESULT: AI diagnostic systems showed a mean improvement in diagnostic accuracy (65 ± 9.5) compared to traditional methods (55 ± 4.8), with significant reductions in symptom severity scores (AI: 28.5 ± 4.3, Traditional: 31.4 ± 4.6; p < 0.01). Treatment satisfaction rates were higher in AI-supported interventions (70%) compared to manual methods (67%, p = 0.45).
 
CONCLUSION: AI represents a transformative approach in chronic disease management, enhancing diagnostic precision, symptom relief, and patient satisfaction. Its integration into healthcare systems heralds a paradigm shift toward personalized medicine.
Sustainable Power Generation through Dual-Axis Solar Tracking for Off Grid 100Wp Photovoltaic Systems
Authors: Widjanarko  , Alia Nila , Fengky Adie Perdana  , Pondi Udianto  , Puspitasari Etik
Published: January 2025

This study investigates the development and implementation of a dual-axis solar tracking system for off-grid 100Wp photovoltaic (PV) systems to enhance energy harvesting efficiency and ensure sustainable power generation. The research addresses the limitations of fixed-tilt PV systems, which often underperform due to suboptimal solar alignment, especially in regions with dynamic weather conditions. The results demonstrated a significant increase in energy output, achieving up to 13,75% higher efficiency compared to static systems under similar operational conditions. This improvement is attributed to the system's ability to maintain optimal solar panel orientation throughout the day, facilitated by an advanced tracking algorithm and real-time sensor integration. The distinctive features of the developed system include its cost-effective design, adaptability to various geographical locations, and robust performance under fluctuating environmental conditions. The findings suggest that the dual-axis tracking system is wellsuited for deployment in remote or off-grid areas where reliable and efficient power generation is critical. Practical applications of this system are particularly relevant for rural electrification, agricultural irrigation systems, and other decentralized energy solutions in regions with abundant solar resources.
BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BMS) PLANNING ON QUADCOPTER FLYING ELECTRIC VEHICLE
Authors: Al Kahvi Mochammad Bilal , Susilo Sugeng Hadi
Published: January 2025

Electric Vehicle Flying (KLT) quadcopter is an emerging technology that has great potential for various applications. The battery is one of the important components in the quadcopter KLT, and the battery management system (BMS) plays an important role in maintaining the performance, safety, and service life of the battery. This study aims to design, determine the wiring design and test the performance of the BMS on a quadcopter flying electric vehicle. Methods: This study is to design a battery management system (BMS) for a flying electric vehicle and then test it to see its effect on the performance of the electric motor and the safety of the battery Results: Based on testing when the battery management system is on standby, it shows that the battery is in good condition and has sufficient capacity. The battery voltage is within the normal range, the battery current is not flowing, the battery power is unused, the average cell voltage is normal, and the remaining battery capacity is almost full. The Jikong BMS is functioning properly and the battery is in good condition. Conclusion: The planning of the battery management system (BMS) on the quadcopter flying electric vehicle was successfully made with adjustments to the Battery LifePo4 used.
ANALYSIS OF THE STABILITY PLAN FOR KAMBANIRU WEIR, EAST SUMBA DISTRICT
Authors: Suhudi Suhudi , Frida S Kiki , Damayanti Fifi
Published: January 2025

This research aims to analyze the stability of the Kambaniru Dam which is located in the Luku Kambaniru River, East Sumba Regency, East Nusa Tenggara Province. In this research, a preparatory stage was carried out which included literature study and field observations to collect weir design data and soil mechanics data. The data is then analyzed using an appropriate formula to evaluate the stability of the weir. The results of the data analysis were used to prepare a final report examining the performance of Kambaniru Dam stability planning. The calculation results show that the weir with the planned dimensions, namely 7.00 m high and 69.40 m wide, equipped with a 30 m long energy absorber, meets high safety standards. Stability analysis shows that the safety value (Sf) in terms of overturning force, shear force and soil bearing capacity under normal and flood conditions (with and without an earthquake) exceeds 1.5, indicating that this weir is in a safe condition. Therefore, the construction of the Kambaniru Dam according to the planned dimensions is considered reliable and safe.
Time Series Analysis on Monthly Production of Crude Oil in Nigeria
Authors: Ladan Musa Sanni , Tella Yohanna , Falola Oluwagbenga
Published: January 2025

This study delves into a comprehensive time series analysis of the monthly production of crude oil, in Nigeria, a critical component of the country’s economy and a significant player in the global oil market. Understanding patterns, trends, and dynamics of crude oil production is essential for policymakers, industry stakeholders, and researchers to make informed decisions and forecasts. The research utilizes monthly secondary data on crude oil production in Nigeria, collected from the Nigeria National Petroleum Cooperation (NNPC) annual statistical bulletin 2010 and 2023 respectively, to explore various aspects of the time series, including seasonality, trends, and potential forecasting models. Minitab 17.0 was applied to run the data, advanced time series model, ARIMA (Auto-regressive Integrated Moving Average) was employed using the Box-Jenkins approach for crude oil production in Nigeria from January 1999 to June 2023 to forecast future production levels based on the historical data patterns.  ARIMA (2,1,1) model was the best model fitted to the crude oil production data. The pattern showed that the model fitted for this study is adequate since the P-value can be seen from table 2 is greater than 0.05. The result indicates that the forecasted values of crude oil production fluctuate steadily.
An End-to-End Stock Recommendation Algorithm Study Based on Time-Frequency Consistency
Authors: Xiong Shuguang , Zhang Huitao , Wang Meng , Zhou Ning
Published: January 2025

The volatility and complexity of stock prices in the financial market make precise trend prediction a formidable challenge. Traditional stock prediction approaches often rely solely on either time-domain or frequency-domain information, which limits their ability to fully capture the multi-scale dynamics of stock prices, resulting in suboptimal prediction accuracy. To overcome these limitations, this paper presents an end-to-end stock recommendation algorithm grounded in time-frequency consistency. First, we introduce a time-frequency consistency analysis method that extracts both time-domain and frequency-domain features of stock prices concurrently, offering a more holistic view of trend fluctuations. Next, by applying prompt learning strategies, the model leverages pre-set prompts to identify optimal low-risk buying points within targeted time intervals, enhancing the decision-making process for stock recommendations. Finally, end-to-end model training facilitates seamless integration and automation from data input to stock recommendation output, enabling a fully streamlined prediction workflow. Experimental results indicate that this method surpasses traditional approaches in prediction accuracy and risk control, providing more dependable support for investor decisions.
Design and implementation of the electronic label authentication protocol based on digital signature
Authors: Wang Peilin , Hu Tianyu
Published: January 2025

RFID technology plays a critical role in item identification, tracking, asset management, anti-counterfeiting, and wireless communication, significantly enhancing productivity. However, the security of the wireless communication link between electronic tags and readers is a growing concern, limiting wider adoption. Ensuring secure electronic tag authentication is essential.This paper focuses on implementing a system to encrypt electronic tags using digital signature algorithms like Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC) and RSA. It compares these methods in terms of signature computation time, memory usage, and key length, highlighting their advantages and limitations. The paper begins by detailing the components, principles, applications, and security challenges of RFID systems. It then delves into ECC, which provides high-security strength with shorter keys, and RSA, which relies on large prime factorization and is widely used. Experimental results reveal that ECC offers advantages in encryption speed and key efficiency, especially in resource-constrained environments, while RSA remains suitable for specific scenarios. This study demonstrates the implementation of these algorithms in RFID systems and provides insights into their comparative strengths and constraints.
Survey: The Evolution and Future of Android Software Development
Authors: Zhao Xiang
Published: January 2025

Android, as one of the most widely adopted operating systems globally, powers billions of devices across a diverse range of platforms, including smartphones, tablets, and smart devices. Its open-source nature, extensive ecosystem, and developer-friendly tools have cemented Android software development as a cornerstone of modern mobile application development. This technical report explores Android software development from three primary perspectives. First, it examines the key factors that have contributed to its widespread popularity, including accessibility, customizability, and global reach. Second, it delves into the critical components of a standard Android development process, focusing on essential tools, frameworks, and best practices required for creating robust applications. Finally, it investigates the future trajectory of Android software development, analyzing emerging trends such as artificial intelligence integration, cross-platform capabilities, and innovations in hardware adaptation. By providing a comprehensive analysis of these aspects, this report aims to offer insights into the current landscape of Android software development while projecting its potential advancements. The findings are designed to be accessible to both novice developers seeking to understand the field and experienced professionals aiming to refine their practices.
Effect of Preparation Method on the Physical Properties of SnO2 Thin Films
Authors: Khudhur Taha Mustafa
Published: January 2025

Thin films of tin oxide SnO2 were prepared using chemical bath deposition CBD and spray pyrolysis method, the films have been examined using different techniques to investigate the optical, structural and electrical properties of them. The scanning electron microscope and x ray spectroscopy Show that the both films are amorphous and grain size within the nanoscale, where the grain size for the films prepared by CBD method was about 70nm while it was about 58nm for the films prepared by spray pyrolysis method. The energy gap also affected by the deposition method, where it was about 2.1eV and 2.3 eV for the films prepared by CBD and spray pyrolysis methods respectively.
A comparative evaluation of 0.25% bupivacaine and 0.25% levobupivacaine in peritubal infiltration in percutaneous nephrolithotomy
Authors: Devendra Singh  , Neelima Tandon  , Kushal Jethani  , Anusha Tripathy
Published: January 2025

Background: Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is a routine endourologic procedure in patients with renal calculi. Although it is less painful than open surgery, pain around the nephrostomy tube is a clinical problem; therefore, good post-operative analgesia is required to alleviate pain. Peritubal infiltration can be one of the choices to alleviate pain around the nephrostomy tube.
Aims and Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of peritubal infiltration of local anesthetics for post-operative pain following PCNL.
Materials and Methods: A total of 60 patients with American Society of Anesthesiologists Grade I/II scheduled for elective PCNL surgeries were randomly allocated into two groups. Group L received levobupivacaine 0.25% (30 mL) and Group B received bupivacaine 0.25% (30 mL). The duration of rescue analgesia, total dose of tramadol consumption in 24 h, hemodynamic parameters, and adverse events during the post-operative period were noted.
Results: The mean duration of rescue analgesia in Group L was 274.50±24.89 min and in Group B was 275.33±23.04 min which was not significant (P>0.05).
Conclusion: Peritubal infiltration of 0.25% levobupivacaine and 0.25% bupivacaine is efficient in alleviating post-operative pain after PCNL. Both drugs can be used for infiltration around nephrostomy tubes in PCNL surgeries safely and are associated with minimal side effects.
To find the correlation between transverse cerebellar diameter measured by cranial ultrasound within 48 h of birth and gestational age as estimated by last menstrual period
Authors: Monit Kumar Goyal  , Harish Kumar Mourya  , Saroj Mourya  , Bharatendu Dave  , Pokar Chand  , Sundaramoorty T  , Vipin Kumar Kasana
Published: January 2025

Background: Gestational age (GA) may be assessed at any time during pregnancy, and several modes of assessment exist, each requiring better diagnostic techniques that may result in more precise estimates of GA, which could lead to quicker medical management of a pregnant patient. The largest diameter across both hemispheres, measured from outer to outer margin, is the transverse cerebellar diameter (TCD).
Aims and Objectives: We aimed to predict the correlation between TCD measured by cranial ultrasound within 48 h of birth and GA as estimated by the last menstrual period.
Materials and Methods: The present study was conducted in the Department of Pediatrics, Dr. S. N. Medical College, Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Ethical clearance was obtained from the Institutional Ethical Committee. It was a cross-sectional observational study and the duration of the study was 6 months. We split the population into three groups based on GA: (a) <32 weeks of GA, (b) 32–36+6 days of GA, and (c) 37–42 weeks of GA. We enrolled 25 neonates from each group.
Results: A very strong positive correlation between TCD and GA in infants was <32 weeks of gestation age, in infants 32–36 weeks+6 days of gestation age, and in infants 37–42 weeks of gestation age. Regression analysis shows a very strongly significant relationship. Hence, the TCD is a better predictor of GA in the third trimester. Our study reported that there is a close relationship between TCD and GA, with TCD increasing linearly from <32 weeks to 42 weeks. GA can be predicted to be 1.43 weeks by assessing TCD on neonatal cranial ultrasonography images.
Conclusion: The TCD is a better predictor of GA in the third trimester. Our study reported that there is a close relationship between TCD and GA, with TCD increasing linearly from <32 weeks to 42 weeks.
A comparative study to assess the effects of intrathecal fentanyl and intrathecal tramadol combined with 0.5% bupivacaine heavy in patients undergoing elective urological surgeries: A prospective randomized study
Authors: Baig Mirza Wajeed  , Manmohan Jindal  , Neelima Tandon  , Namrata Jain  , Mahesh Kumar Vishwakarma
Published: January 2025

Background: Urological operations frequently involve the use of spinal anesthesia. In the present scenario, adding different adjuvants to local anesthetic improve its quality and duration has become common.
Aims and Objectives: In patients undergoing elective urological procedures, the purpose of this study was to assess the effects of intrathecal fentanyl or tramadol with 0.5% bupivacaine heavy.
Materials and Methods: Patients were divided into two groups of 30 patients each, a total of 60 patients aged 20–60 years undergoing elective urological surgeries participated in this prospective, randomized study in which 25 μg fentanyl and 2.5 mL of 0.5% bupivacaine heavy were given to Group F, while 25 mg tramadol and 2.5 mL of 0.5% bupivacaine heavy were given to Group M. The onset and duration of sensory and motor blockage, the duration of analgesia, post-operative Visual Analog Scale score, hemodynamic changes, and adverse effects were evaluated.
Results: Fentanyl had a lower mean time of onset for sensory (2:33±0:22 min vs. 4:50±0:33 min) and motor block (3:36±0:28 min vs. 5:52±0:38 min) (P<0.001), the duration of sensory (185.67±3.155 min vs. 152.60±4.264), motor block (172.00±4.177 min vs. 136.40±5.575 min), and post-operative analgesia was longer in the fentanyl group (P<0.001), whereas the incidence of adverse effects such as pruritus, shivering, and nausea was lower in the tramadol group.
Conclusion: The quality and duration of spinal anesthesia were found to be significantly increased by the use of fentanyl as an adjuvant in our study. However, tramadol also produced stable hemodynamics and exhibited fewer adverse effects than fentanyl.
Hansen’s disease: Is histopathological correlation mandatory for all clinically diagnosed patients? A descriptive study in a tertiary care hospital
Authors: Sananda Koley  , Nandini Das  , Sunita Bagdi  , Sritanu Jana  , Surajit Dolui  , Sanjay Sengupta
Published: January 2025

Background: Leprosy has been historically associated with social stigma and discrimination. Leprosy, also known as Hansen’s disease, is indeed a chronic infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae. Diagnosis of leprosy is usually done by clinically and classified as multibacillary (MB) and paucibacillary (PB). The disease was also classified into different types based on histopathological findings, such as tuberculoid, borderline tuberculoid (BT), mid-borderline, borderline lepromatous, and lepromatous.
Aims and Objectives: The aim of the study was the clinicohistopathological correlation of all clinically diagnosed cases of Hansen’s disease.
Materials and Methods: The study was done at Bankura Sammilani Medical College and Hospital for a period of 18 months. Ethical approval was taken from the Institutional Ethics committee. All new patients 66 in number clinically diagnosed as leprosy attending the Dermatology Outpatient Department were included in the study. The skin biopsy and staining were done with hematoxylin and eosin staining and Fite-Faraco stain for every patient. The skin biopsy was reported according to the Ridley-Jopling classification.
Results: Males were more commonly affected than females. Most of the leprosy cases in the study were classified as MB (86.4%) and the upper extremities were the most commonly affected sites. Bacterial index was observed negative in clinically PB cases. The most common histological subtype of leprosy identified in the study was BT, Regarding bacterial index, all clinically diagnosed MB cases were smear positive and PB cases were smear negative. Out of nine clinically diagnosed PB cases, inflammatory cells were found in 3 (33.4%).
Conclusion: In a large country like India where resources are limited, no need for skin biopsy for every patient. Biopsy should do if there is any confusion with other skin lesions.
Enfoque y encuadres noticiosos de la segunda ola del Covid-19 en los titulares de tres diarios limeños
Authors: Palomino Villanueva Fernando , Vilchez Samanez Prisea
Published: January 2025

El presente artículo tiene como objetivo presentar la forma cómo tres diarios de Lima encuadraron noticiosamente, en sus titulares, la segunda ola de la pandemia del COVID-19. Esta es una investigación de enfoque cuantitativo, de tipo básica, diseño no experimental, nivel descriptivo. Para la recolección y análisis de los datos se utilizó la técnica del análisis de contenido y su respectivo instrumento: guía de análisis de contenido; y la muestra estuvo constituida por 1,125 titulares de los diarios Correo, El Comercio y La República, durante la segunda ola de la pandemia COVID-19 en Perú en 2021. Entre las conclusiones más importantes de la investigación destacan el hecho de que la mayoría de los titulares de noticias de los medios de comunicación analizados tienen una lógica y enfoque reactivo frente a las noticias de la pandemia COVID-19 y que los actores que más se visibilizan son las autoridades y funcionarios mientras que la población fue poco visibilizada. Otra conclusión es que los medios mencionados encuadraron la pandemia del COVID-19 en cuatro ideas que dominaron la cobertura mediática: 1) la idea de precaución o cuidado que debe adoptar la ciudadanía de manera responsable, 2) la idea del contagio/infección del virus, 3) la idea de que el COVID-19 es un problema que puede ser resuelto si se adoptan las medidas sanitarias correspondientes y 4) la idea de la muerte. Estas cuatro ideas tuvieron mucho que ver en cómo se percibió la pandemia y las respuestas sociales ante ella.
Actitudes y comportamientos de los estudiantes de Medicina ante la responsabilidad social universitaria en una universidad privada de Lima
Authors: Olivera-Carhuaz Edith , Pulido-Capurro Víctor
Published: January 2025

La Responsabilidad Social Universitaria busca que las universidades respondan a las necesidades educativas y que actúen como agentes de cambio social, promoviendo valores como la ética, la justicia social y la sostenibilidad. El objetivo de este estudio fue identificar las actitudes y comportamientos de los estudiantes de Medicina ante la Responsabilidad Social Universitaria en una universidad privada de Lima. Para ello, se llevó a cabo un estudio descriptivo cuantitativo con una muestra de 364 estudiantes de medicina, después de un muestreo probabilístico. Se emplearon dos cuestionarios con escala de Likert validados y confiables, y el análisis de las variables se realizó mediante estadística descriptiva. Los principales hallazgos de la investigación indican que los estudiantes adoptan una actitud y comportamiento neutral frente a la RSU. Esto sugiere que no se involucran activamente en las iniciativas, ni las apoyan ni las rechazan, mostrando una falta de opinión o interés claro al respecto.
Salud mental positiva y rendimiento académico de estudiantes de una universidad privada de Lima, 2023
Authors: Fernández Yana Carmen Lucía
Published: January 2025

La presente investigación ha tenido como objetivo determinar la influencia de la salud mental positiva en el rendimiento académico de los estudiantes. Esta investigación ha contado con un diseño no experimental, de corte transversal, con un enfoque cuantitativo. Se trabajó con una muestra de ciento treinta estudiantes utilizando métodos no probabilísticos, quienes fueron encuestados con la aplicación de un cuestionario de 39 ítems, el cual fue validado por la confiabilidad del Alpha de Cronbach. Los resultados fueron trabajados mediante programas estadísticos, presentándose los cuadros y figuras para ser analizados. Se aplicó la estadística descriptiva para realizar el análisis. Una de las conclusiones es que existe una influencia de la salud mental positiva sobre el rendimiento académico de los estudiantes.
Del “Periodismo de verdad” a las fake news en la era de la Inteligencia Artificial
Authors: La Rosa Amaro , Luján Juan Carlos
Published: January 2025

El artículo parte de un breve análisis sobre la verdad y la mentira en términos generales y analiza luego sus implicaciones en el Periodismo. Se revela que las fake news no constituyen un asunto meramente contemporáneo, pues tienen profundas raíces en el pasado. El desarrollo tecnológico de la Inteligencia Artificial ha impactado en el bienestar de la sociedad. Sin embargo, se muestra cómo sus recursos pueden utilizarse para difundir desinformación y noticias falsas. Se finaliza con una propuesta básica para la detección de las fake news.
La ética periodística en la era digital. Desafíos y nuevas demandas
Authors: Montero Reyes Ricardo Augusto
Published: January 2025

El periodismo ha atravesado una evolución significativa en sus estándares éticos desde principios del siglo XX, con el primer código deontológico aprobado en 1910. Sin embargo, el siglo XXI presenta nuevos desafíos, potenciados por la revolución digital, que requieren una revisión crítica de estas normas. La desinformación y la manipulación mediática se han vuelto problemas urgentes, lo que plantea la necesidad de un enfoque más amplio que incluya la protección de la privacidad y el uso ético de las nuevas tecnologías. Con solo el 53% del público mostrando interés en las noticias, la confianza en los medios ha disminuido, afectando su credibilidad y la participación ciudadana en la democracia. Para recuperar esta confianza, es esencial que los periodistas adopten prácticas que prioricen la verdad y la integridad. En este artículo, exploramos cómo la ética periodística debe evolucionar para enfrentar la desinformación y otros retos contemporáneos y proponemos estrategias como la verificación rigurosa de datos y la alfabetización digital del público.
El derecho a la información y la libertad de expresión en el contexto digital: retos y oportunidades
Authors: Lara Santa Cruz Gabriel Adrián , Aliaga-Lodtmann Cluber Fernando
Published: January 2025

El derecho a la información y la libertad de expresión son derechos fundamentales en las sociedades democráticas. Sin embargo, el contexto digital ha transformado radicalmente cómo se accede, distribuye y controla el flujo de informaciones y opiniones en dicho entorno. El presente artículo realiza el estudio de los desafíos y oportunidades que surgen para estos derechos en el entorno digital, destacando cuestiones como la desinformación, la censura, la privacidad y el papel de las plataformas en la regulación de contenido. La investigación se basa en una revisión de la literatura y en casos recientes para ilustrar los cambios en las prácticas y legislaciones que buscan equilibrar la protección de los derechos humanos con la necesidad de regular los flujos de información en Internet.
“No-Cosas. Quiebres del mundo de hoy”, de Byung Chul Han
Authors: Gonzales Ríos (*) Mario
Published: January 2025

En “No-cosas”, Han se refiere a la desmaterialización de las cosas, de los afectos humanos que experimentamos ante las cosas y del efecto del poder que ejerce la información. Vivimos en un mundo de tecnologías de información, no de cosas, como en el pasado y que hoy, la información es determinante en este mundo. Trata del Smartphone, de las selfies, de la inteligencia artificial, de lo que sucede en el arte con esta tecnología, siempre con nostalgia de las “cosas”. Hoy, “El mundo se vacía de cosas y se llena de información”. Pero este mundo digital tiene peligros, sobre todo el peligro del engaño que proviene del poder de encantamiento que produce la utilidad de la tecnología de Inteligencia Artificial (IA). Los big data, los like, los followers, se convierten en los ejes de nuestra conducta, nuestro falso ser-en-el-mundo, como diría Heidegger. Somos adictos a Internet y el Smartphone nos absorbe como sujetos carentes de voluntad, de discernimiento.
A Qualitative Analysis on The Importance of Bilingual Education in Students’ Academic Writing
Authors: Zainal Rezki Amalia , Nisa Khairun , Thaha Wahyudi
Published: January 2025

This study was conducted to examine how far the students’ perception of the importance of bilingual education especially in academic writing. This research used case study method and qualitative approach. The participants in this study were undergraduate students from class A and B of 2020 in English Education study program at Universitas Negeri Makassar. The students were given a questionnaire using Google form. The results of the study showed that bilingual language is important in improving students’ academic writing. Based on the results of the questionnaire, students stated that there were 5 benefits of using bilingual languages related to academic writing. The first is to help students in learning English. Second, it makes easier for students to enlarge their vocabulary in academic writing. Third, it makes easier for students to understand the material given by the lecturer. The fourth is to help students in paraphrasing the passage that relates to the topic of their writing. Fifth, make the students confident to make various kinds of quotes.
Verbal Phatic Expressions in EFL Student Teachers' Classroom Interaction
Authors: Alek Alek , Nguyen Van Tuyen
Published: January 2025

Purpose
The present study explores the types and utilization of verbal phatic expressions used by student teachers of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) during classroom interactions. This teaching strategy is perceived as being crucial for communicative EFL teaching especially in high-context cultures.
Methodology
The present study adopted a qualitative approach utilizing a descriptive research design to address the research inquiries. The data collection process involved a series of observations and semi-structured interviews, with a cohort of seven participants.
Results/Findings
The findings indicate the existence of twelve types of phatic expressions observed in the study. These encompass greetings, small talk, compliments, apologies, expressions of gratitude, farewells, polite phrases, affirmative expressions, negative responses, interjections, hedges, and filler words. Meanwhile, an examination of the data revealed that among the various phatic expressions employed by EFL student teachers in the context of classroom interaction, ten of them were found to be the most frequently utilized. These include greetings, small talk, compliments, apologies, expressions of gratitude, farewells, polite phrases, affirmative expressions, hedges, and filler words. The utilization of these expressions by student teachers served the purpose of facilitating a seamless continuity of interaction within the classroom.
Implications
This qualitative study presents pedagogical implications that are relevant to both EFL teachers and students, as it highlights the significance of exposure to both language competence and performance in the educational setting.
A Validation Study of a Self-Assessment Questionnaire for Middle School Students' Self-Presentation Skills
Authors: Tong Weiwei
Published: January 2025

Purpose
This study validates a self-assessment questionnaire to measure middle school students' self-presentation skills.
Methodology
The questionnaire was developed based on a comprehensive literature review and expert consultations. A sample of 200 students from two representative junior high schools in Fuzhou, China, participated in the study. The questionnaire underwent expert content validity assessment, and revisions were made based on the experts' feedback.
Results/Findings
The final questionnaire consists of 13 items. The reliability of the questionnaire was assessed using Cronbach's alpha, resulting in a value of 0.778, indicating good internal consistency. The Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin (KMO) measure of sampling adequacy was 0.818, suggesting good sample fitness for factor analysis. Bartlett's test of sphericity yielded a statistic of 807.915, supporting the appropriateness of factor analysis. These results demonstrate that the questionnaire is reliable and valid for assessing middle school students' self-presentation skills.
Implications
This study provides a valuable tool for both researchers and practitioners interested in understanding and fostering adolescents' social and personal development
Fostering Self-Directed Learning through Local Wisdom Project-Based Learning
Authors: Rosmayanti Vivit , Sukmawati Sukmawati , Mohamed Sheik , Sujarwo Sujarwo , Amin Sulvahrul
Published: January 2025

Purpose
This study aims to enhance the efficacy of Local Wisdom Problem-Based Learning (LWPBL) in fostering students' Self-Directed Learning (SDL). The PjBL elements proposed by Larmer and Mergendoller include Providing a problem, Involvement in the inquiry process, Authenticity, Students' Voice, Reflection, Critique and Revision, and Public Product were adopted.
 
Methodology
To accomplish the research goals, questionnaires were employed as the primary means of data gathering and disseminated to a sample of 100 students from four public high schools in South Sulawesi, who were taught using the LWPjBL method in their English class. The samples were chosen using the quota sampling technique. Garrison’s model of the Self-Directed Learning Aptitude Scale (SDLAS) was used to measure the student’s aptitude for SDL. The data were analyzed using Partial Least Squares (PLS).
 
Results/Findings
The findings of this study indicated that the eight elements mentioned above, have a favorable impact on students' SDL. The result of data analysis indicated that 98% of the eight elements could explain the influence on students’ SDL.
 
Implications
The LWPjBL is strongly recommended for teachers, particularly those teaching English in high schools, to enhance the student’s learning experience and SDL.
KARAKTERISTIK INFEKSI ULKUS KAKI DIABETIKUM PADA PASIEN DIABETES MELITUS
Authors: Irwana Irwana , Pratama Kharisma , Ridlo Ronas Mahin
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT
Background: The incidence rate of diabetic foot ulcers is currently reported to reach 4% and which also carries a risk of amputation of up to 10 to 30 times. Infection is one of the causes of worsening diabetic foot wounds where the infection that occurs determines the condition and the length of the healing process
Objective: This study aimed to determine the characteristics of diabetic foot ulcer infection in DM patients.
Method: This was a quantitative descriptive study. The sampling technique was purposive sampling with a sample size of 50 participants at the Sahabat Care wound care clinic. Data collection used an observation sheet that consist of demographic data and characteristics of diabetic foot ulcer infection.
Results: Most of the UKD sufferers were in the late elderly category 27 (54%), female 30 (60%), last education SMA 22 (44%), and worked as housewives 28 (56%). The sthudy showed that most of the characteristics of the infection included the colour around the ulcer that looked pink 22 (73.3%), erythema 17 (56.7%), did not look pale 18 (60%), necrotic 0% 30 (60%), slough 0% 14 (28%), granulation 5% 8 (16%), pain at a moderate level 22 (44%), and odour smelled at a distance of less than one meter 36 (72%).
Conclusion: Most people with diabetes mellitus have ulcers with various infections. It is needed for assessment and proper wound care to prevent further complications such as amputation. Future studies should explore the factors that cause infection in patients with recurrent ulcers.