bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Assessment of Acrocentric Chromosome Association/Satellite Associations in the Human Health Conditions and Exposure to Genotoxic Agents: A Comprehensive Review
Authors: Samarth Ravindra M. , Sarma Devojit Kumar , Yadav Vaishali , Samartha Meenakshi , Manda Kailash
Published: September 2024

ABSTRACT

This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of both conventional and molecular studies focusing on acrocentric chromosome association/satellite association (ACA/SA) research for assessing human health conditions including cancer as well as in evaluating exposure to genotoxic agents. It is well documented that the ACA/SA frequency in lymphocytes of patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma and gastrointestinal and breast cancer has been evaluated by many workers. Literature was searched using various combinations of keywords in different databases. The articles that appeared till March 2023 were considered depending on their relevance, and relevant information was extracted by two independent reviewers. A total of 97 studies were selected based on our criteria describing the relevant keywords, 46 studies described SAs/acrocentric association with different diseases, 35 studies demonstrated effects of genotoxic agents, 8 studies were on characteristics and general aspects of ACA/SA phenomenon, and 8 studies described the molecular mechanisms of acrocentric chromosomes. Thus, ACA/SA was crucial in assessing human health conditions, including genetic disorders and cancer, as well as in evaluating exposure to genotoxic agents. The information collected would help to promote a deeper understanding of the impact of ACA/SA on human health including cancer and emphasize the importance of integrating molecular approaches into genotoxic exposure studies. Continued research in this field will undoubtedly contribute to the advancements in medical genetics and improved patient care.
Effect of Wound Irrigation with Povidone Iodine Versus Normal Saline on Superficial Incisional Surgical Site Infection Following Laparotomy for Peritonitis
Authors: Adeleke Akeem Aderogba , Wuraola Funmilola Olanike , Olasehinde Olalekan
Published: September 2024

Background:

Peritonitis is a surgical emergency arising mostly from the perforation or rupture of an abdominal hollow viscus. Surgical operations for peritonitis are often attended by high morbidity and sometimes mortality in severe cases. Surgical site infection (SSI) is perhaps the most common post-operative morbidity following laparotomy for peritonitis.

Objective:

To compare the rate of SSI in abdominal operations for peritonitis following wound irrigation with povidone iodine versus normal saline at a tertiary health institution in Nigeria.

Materials and Methods:

This was a prospective, comparative hospital-based study over a year. Consecutive consenting adult patients were randomised into two groups in this study. The first group (A) used 500 mL of 1% povidone iodine for subcutaneous wound irrigation, while the second group (B) used 500 mL of normal saline for subcutaneous wound irrigation. Wound irrigation was done after an appropriate surgical procedure had been carried out based on the pathology. Wounds were assessed for SSI for up to 30 days after operation using the definition criteria by the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). SSI rates were compared between the two groups.

Result:

Fifty-eight consecutive patients with generalised peritonitis over a one-year period were enrolled in this study, but 53 patients who completed the study were analysed. Thirty patients were males and 23 were females, and their mean age was 40.83 ± 17.96 years. Overall, 15 (28.3%) patients had incisional SSI. There were nine (34.6%) cases in the povidone group, while there were six (22.2%) in the saline group. This difference was not statistically significant (P = 0.32). Klebsiella species were the dominant organisms isolated from the infected wounds.

Conclusion:

Wound irrigation with povidone iodine after laparotomy for peritonitis did not reduce the rate and severity of surgical site infection more when compared to normal saline. We suggest further studies with a large number of patients in a multi-centre study to explore further the effect of povidone iodine versus normal saline wound irrigation on SSI following laparotomy for peritonitis.
A Rare Case of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumour of the Brachial Plexus with a Diagnostic Dilemma
Authors: Mishra Jiten Kumar , Sahu Shamendra Anand , Nanda Siddhartha , Saha Aparajita , Gupta Ashish Kumar
Published: September 2024

The brachial plexus is usually involved by tumours of adjacent areas like the lungs, breast, and cervical spine. Primary tumour of the brachial plexus are rare. It constitutes less than 5% of upper extremity tumours. Still rare are malignant tumours. Once malignancy is diagnosed there should be no delay in surgery considering the aggressive nature. Here, we discuss the diagnostic dilemma in a case of a malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumour and its surgical approach. Surgical excision was challenging because of the complex anatomy, retroclavicular/infraclavicular extension and proximity tumour to adjacent vital structures.
Epigenetic modification in radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancers
Authors: Hung Shih-Kai , Lee Moon-Sing , Chiou Wen-Yen , Liu Dai-Wei , Yu Chih-Chia , Chen Liang-Cheng , Lin Ru-Inn , Chew Chia-Hui , Hsu Feng-Chun , Yang Hsuan-Ju , Chan Michael W. Y. , Lin Hon-Yi
Published: September 2024

ABSTRACT

Radiotherapy (RT) is one of the primary treatment modalities in managing cancer patients. Recently, combined RT and immunotherapy (IT) (i.e., radio-IT [RIT]) have been aggressively investigated in managing cancer patients. However, several issues in conducting RIT are challenging, such as incorporating advanced irradiation techniques, predictive/prognostic biomarkers, and other treatment modalities. Several clinical efforts and novel biomarkers have been introduced and developed to solve these challenges. For example, stereotactic radiosurgery/stereotactic radiotherapy, stereotactic body radiotherapy/stereotactic ablative body radiotherapy, and FLASH-RT have been applied for delivering precise irradiation to lung and liver tumors in conjunction with IT. Besides, several novel IT agents and incorporations of other therapies, such as targeted and thermal therapies, have been further investigated. The present study reviewed the emerging challenges of RIT in modern oncology. We also evaluated clinical practice, bench research, and multimodality treatments. In addition to several clinically applicable biomarkers, we emphasize the roles of advanced irradiation techniques and epigenetic modification as predictive/prognostic biomarkers and potential therapeutic targets. For example, 6(m) A-based epigenetic agents demonstrate the potential to enhance the treatment effects of RIT. However, further prospective randomized trials should be conducted to confirm their roles.
Optimal control problems for a parabolic system inspired by a cancer therapy
Authors: Garavello Mauro , Rossi Elena
Published: September 2024

In this paper, we consider optimal control problems for a parabolic system modeling a therapy, based on oncolytic viruses, for the glioma brain cancer. Using several techniques typical of functional analysis, we prove the global in time well posedness of the control model, the existence of optimal controls for specific objective functionals, which are natural for cancer therapies, and we derive necessary conditions for optimality.
Prime avoiding numbers form a basis of order $2$
Authors: Gabdullin Mikhail Rashidovich , Radomskii Artyom Olegovich
Published: September 2024

For a positive integer $n$ we denote by $F(n)$ the distance of $n$ to the nearest prime number. Using the technique from the recent paper "Long gaps in sieved sets" by Ford, Konyagin, Maynard, Pomerance and Tao (J. Eur. Math. Soc., 23:2 (2021), 667-700) we prove that every sufficiently large positive integer $N$ can be represented as a sum $N=n_1+n_2$, where $F(n_i) \geq (\log N)(\log\log N)^{1/325565}$ for $i=1,2$. This improves the corresponding ‘trivial’ statement where only the inequality $F(n_i)\gg \log N$ is assumed.
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Effect of Stachytarpheta cayennensis essential oil on liver function and oxidative stress markers in Calabar, Nigeria
Authors: Okonkwo Chibuzor Onyinye , Ukam Catherine Ironya-Ogar , Okonkwo Sunday Nnamdi , Uyang Glory Akomaye , Chukwu Oluomachi Chizuruoke
Published: September 2024

The effect of essential oil from the leaves of Stachytarpheta cayennensis (a potential bio-pesticidal agent) on some biochemical indices of  Wistar rats was tested to determine the safety of this oil on non-target organisms. Twenty-eight (28) albino Wistar rats weighing between  150-180g were divided into seven groups of four rats each. Group A served as negative control, B1, B2, and B3 were exposed to  500 mg, 300 mg and 150 mg/kg body weight of a synthetic insecticide (BNC) while S1, S2, S3 were exposed to 5000, 3000 and 1500 mg/kg  body weight of Stachytarpheta cayennensis essential oil. After twenty-eight days, blood samples were collected and tested for liver  function markers: aspartate transaminase, alanine transaminase, alkaline phosphatase, and oxidative stress markers: superoxide  dismutase, catalase, glutathione peroxidase, and hydrogen peroxide. Liver enzyme activities were higher (p < 0.05) in the BNC exposed  rats compared to the control and essential oil exposed groups. Superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT) activities decreased  significantly (p < 0.05) while glutathione peroxidase and hydrogen peroxide concentrations increased in the BNC exposed groups relative  to the control group. The essential oil was milder in its effects on tested biochemical indices, and may hold better promises than the  synthetic pesticide in terms of safety.
Multi-criteria analysis of adoption paths for fertiliser resource optimisation technologies
Authors: Fall Modou Gueye , Toure Katim , Diallo-Diagne Ndeye Helene , Sall Moussa , Diouf Latyr , Ndiaye Saliou
Published: September 2024

Agriculture in the 21st century faces the challenge of finding the balance needed to mitigate the evolving constraints of climate change  while continuing to perform its functions. In Senegal, agricultural sector policy has been adjusted to reduce the use of chemical fertilizers  by 30%. This policy is in line with the path of agricultural intensification, through microdosing technology, recommended for farms with  low financial capacity. However, beyond the control of fertilizing resources, microdosing technology incorporates costs such as extra  workload, drudgery and know-how, which have a strong influence on the choice of adoption. Indeed, the acceptability of an innovation  depends on two factors, namely perceived usefulness and ease of use. Before introducing a new technology, it is therefore necessary to  study its suitability for users' adoption or rejection criteria. With this in mind, this study uses a multi-criteria evaluation approach to  analyze the adoption pathways for fertilizer resource optimization technologies. The study was carried out on millet in the 2020 and 2021  rainy season, comparing microdosing with current farming practice and the practice popularized in the Senegal cotton basin. Analysis according to the criteria of usefulness (profitability and economic autonomy) and ease of use (arduousness and work time) revealed  three major results. It showed that the common farming practice, although it has no constraints on use, is not profitable and does not  enable producers to be self-sufficient. The analysis also showed that the extension practice is not arduous, does not consume much  labour time, and is also profitable. However, in an environment without input subsidies (currently at 50% for fertilisers), this practice does  not empower farmers. With this practice, the State will always be obliged to bear part of the cost of inputs to relieve producers who  consume more resources than they produce. The practice of optimising resources, using only 40% of the recommended doses of manure  and fertiliser through microdose technology, is profitable and enables producers to be self-sufficient even in an environment without  subsidies. This technology therefore relieves the State of the cost of fertiliser subsidies over the long term, as it produces more than it  consumes in inputs, with a moderately high cost in terms of labour time. This is the main constraint on the adoption of this high- performance fertiliser optimisation technology. Fertiliser optimisation technology could therefore be a lever to enable agriculture to find  the balance needed to adapt to climate change while making a significant contribution to mitigating its effects. But first, it will be  necessary to overcome the labour-intensive nature of manual microdosing technology, which will certainly need to be adapted for better  use, after appropriate mechanisation.
Caractérisation physico-chimique des sols situés dans une zone à forte pollution industrielle : Cas des communes de Ngoundiane et de Rufisque au Sénégal
Authors: Diouf Galass , Dime Abdou Khadre Djily , Dia Abdoul , Yatt Babacar , Fall Modou
Published: September 2024

La pollution industrielle est l’une des principales sources de contaminations des sols. Pour évaluer l’impact de cette pollution dans les  sols aux alentours des usines d’exploitation du basalte et de fabrication du ciment, une étude a été menée dans la commune de  Ngoundiane et la ville de Rufisque au Sénégal. Pour ce faire, nous avons retenu, dans chaque zone, deux points de prélèvements distants  de quelques kilomètres. Les caractérisations des échantillons ont porté sur la détermination de certains éléments ainsi qu’une  caractérisation précise des propriétés telles que la granulométrie, le pH et la conductivité électrique. Les résultats des caractérisations  chimiques des échantillons ont montré une prédominance de sols hydromorphes à texture sableuse. En outre, les sols à proximité des  usines renfermaient des teneurs plus élevées en calcium, potassium, magnésium, ce qui constitue une réelle menace sur la santé des  populations. Cette présence significative de ces éléments explique parfaitement l’augmentation de la conductivité électrique. Ces  résultats indiquent une corrélation entre l’augmentation de la matière organique avec le pH dans la zone de Rufisque. Il ressort de cette étude que les sols prélevés dans les zones relativement éloignées des usines, sont riches en phosphores, témoignant l’impact des  activités agricoles dans ces zones.
Effet de la position des mini-sets des tubercules sur la productivité d’ignames cultivées à Brazzaville (Congo)
Authors: Mpika Joseph , Moukiama Simplice Gaude Biangou , Makanga Ongouya Liana Dalacantara Epse , Attibayeba
Published: September 2024

Les tubercules d’ignames sont l’une des principales sources en glucides. Cependant, la production est faible au Congo, due à  l’indisponibilité des semences des variétés locales. L’étude visait à comparer l’effet des mini-sets issus des portions apicale, médiane et  basale d’un tubercule de deux cultivars, sur la productivité d’igname. Les tubercules des cultivars C1, C4 et C3 de Dioscorea alata L. et C2  de Dioscorea cayenensis Lam.) étaient divisés en trois portions, puis fragmentés en mini-sets de 25 à 50 g. Ces mini-sets étaient ensuite  traités dans une solution contenant 8 litres d’eau, 150 g de cendre de bois et 50 g de fongicide (Mancozèbe). Le semis était fait dans les  planches avec l’écartement de 0,40 m x 0,50 m. Le taux de régénération, le diamètre au collet, la hauteur de tige, le nombre de feuilles, le  nombre de tubercules par plant, la longueur des tubercules et le poids des tubercules ont été évalués. Les résultats ont montré que les  mini-sets issus des portions apicale et médiane des cultivars C1, C3 et C4 de Dioscorea alata germent à la 3ème semaine après semis,  avaient un taux de régénération de 92% pour C1 et C4 et 100% pour C3 sur un total de 12 mini-sets mis à régénérer. Cependant, les portions apicales, médianes et basales du cultivar C2 germent 28 à la 4ème semaine après semis, avaient un taux de régénération de 75,  83 et 92%. Néanmoins, il n’existait aucune différence significative sur la croissance végétative des mini-sets issus des différentes portions  desdits cultivars. Le rendement en tubercules a diminué chez les mini-sets issus des portions basales de deux cultivars. Cette étude  permet non seulement une meilleure connaissance sur la productivité d’ignames, mais aussi la compréhension des bases biologiques de  cette plante dans les conditions écologiques et climatiques du Congo.
Effet des hybrides de maïs jaune à niveau protéique amélioré dans l'alimentation des poulets de chair Sasso sous climat tropical humide
Authors: Ba Mamadou l. , Hounkpevi Justin A. , Souare Mamadou l. , Adjei-Mensah Benjamin , Tona Kokou , Tchacondo Tchadjobo
Published: September 2024

Dans les élevages avicoles, divers hybrides de maïs sont utilisés pour la formulation de l’aliment mais le problème de la qualité  nutritionnelle des rations reste encore entier. La présente étude a été réalisée pour comparer l’effet des hybrides K5, K11, Samaz52 et  Sotubaka sur les paramètres zootechniques, hématologiques et biochimiques du poulet de chair Sasso. Cent-soixante poussins (40 sujets  par lot) ont été nourris pendant 12 semaines. Les données ont été soumises à l’analyse de variance sur le logiciel GraphPad Prism  8.0.2 suivie du post-test de Tukey avec p<5%. Les résultats étaient exprimés par la Moyenne ± Erreur standard sur la moyenne et en  pourcentage. L’étude a montré, qu’il n’y a pas eu de différence significative au niveau de la prise alimentaire (p=0,986) ; le gain moyen  quotidien (p=0,307) et l’indice de consommation (p=0,167). Les rations K5 et K11 ont eu des poids vifs similaires (p=0,924). Le lot K5 a eu  une protéinémie plus élevée (p<0,0001). Aucune différence significative de glycémie n’a été observée entre Samaz52 et K5 (p=0,106). Le  taux d’hématocrite était identique pour les rations K5 et K11 (p=0,262). Ces hybrides de maïs sont adaptés à l’alimentation des poulets.
Between belief, spirituality and superstition: an ecocritical consideration of selected traditional Igala tales
Authors: Salifu Peter Ogohi , Onogu Williams Sunday , Egwemi Oja Paul
Published: September 2024

The traditional Igala society, akin to most African societies, is characterized by certain ethos, including beliefs, values, folklore, and taboos, propagated through traditional oral tales and avoidance rules. The evolvement of religions other than the African Traditional Religion (ATR), especially Christianity and Islam, and the wake of Western civilization witnessed the suppression of some of such tales and rules, contributing to their classification as primitive and superstitious. Hence, the efforts to replace them with new values and culture. Using Focus Group Discussions to collect and analyse data in a qualitative design, this article studies some of these traditional tales and avoidance rules from the prism of ecocriticism to show how they tacitly or implicitly encompass the world’s  future in their themes. Salient, in this regard, is the burning issue of environmentalism. Highlighting how the manner of their formulation and propagation might have affected acceptability, the article posits that the antiquated narratives were, on the contrary, futuristic from the onset. Therefore, further efforts at their re- presentation, especially in theatre performance, would open them to empirical and scientific approaches, thereby, positioning them as veritable cultural models for environmental conservation.
Prediction of the effect of climate covariates on wind potential in Ethiopia
Authors: Gemechu Bulty Bedanie , Gotu Butte , Djira Gemechis , Crompvoets Joep
Published: September 2024

This study explores the interaction of climate covariates and spatial elements with wind speed in Ethiopia. It intends to extrapolate the potential spots of wind at unobserved spatial points using a meteorological dataset. We applied a combined dynamic spatial panel autoregressive random effects model with a spatial weight of inverse quartile separation distances of locations. This spatial weight outperforms the other spatial weights to capture spatial dependence and gain efficient estimates. The result describes that mean wind speed varies over the longitude range and latitude span, is influenced by climate covariates and fluctuates over the months of a year. Wind speed intensity is high along the central, eastern and northeastern parts of the region. It is also high in February, March, June, and July relative to September and October months. The evidence shows that wind speed is higher in summer and spring but relatively lower in winter and fall seasons. This implies that wind speed is high mainly after the rainy season ends and before it starts. The model estimates also show that mean wind speed is spatially correlated across neighboring stations and over temporal points. Particularly, the mean wind speed increases with altitude and temperature but decreases as precipitation increases. Sunshine fraction and relative humidity have negative effects, but their influence is not statistically significant with p=0.2496 and p=0.4484 respectively. In conclusion, the methods are recommended for the prediction of data that exhibits a stochastic process.
A rare and challenging case of teratoma associated Anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis
Authors: English Kevan , De Leon Dianalyn
Published: September 2024

Anti-N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor (NMDAR) encephalitis is an autoimmune disease that is often underdiagnosed due to the variability  and complexity of its clinical presentation and is frequently misdiagnosed as viral encephalitis. It is sometimes characterized as a form of  limbic encephalitis, which predominantly affects children and younger adults, with a female-to-male ratio of 4:1. The neurological disease  is commonly associated with an underlying tumour. Its pathophysiology is attributed to the formation and binding of IgG1 and G3 antibodies to the NR1 subunit of the NMDA receptor in the central nervous system. We present the case of a 23-year-old woman with a  one-year history of episodic mood lability and psychosis who sought medical attention at the emergency department due to the sudden  onset of agitation, hallucinations, and altered mental status. Brain magnetic resonance imaging revealed findings suggesting possible  encephalitis. A cerebrospinal fluid analysis was positive for NMDAR antibodies, and a transvaginal ultrasound later revealed a right  ovarian mass, from which a biopsy confirmed a mature cystic teratoma. Despite surgical resection of the tumour and medical treatment,  the patient experienced persistent cognitive impairment and gait dysfunction following three months of hospitalization in the  neuroscience intensive care unit. In light of the complexity and aggressiveness of the clinical symptoms of NMDAR encephalitis, the  disease has a relatively good prognosis, especially following surgical resection of the associated malignancy and medical treatment in  most patients. On the other hand, a delay in diagnosis and treatment may result in long-term functional deficits and poorer clinical  outcomes.
AN EXAMINATION OF THE STORY “NECIP AND TELLI” IN TERMS OF ARCHETIPAL SYMBOLISM
Authors: AYDIN Funda
Published: September 2024

Carl Gustav Jung, who developed the psychoanalytic theory pioneered by Sigmund Freud, is the person who introduced the concept of archetypal symbolism. Jung speaks of the existence of common unconsciousness in all human beings and meets this with the word “archetype”. Archetypes are accepted as universal and hereditary heritage and have existed for centuries. Archetypal method that focuses on human; literature, philosophy, psychology. The method of archetypal symbolism is widely preferred especially in the study of artistic products and literary yields. There are rich examples of archetypal symbols that gained universality as a result of the common experience, memory and life of humanity in folk tales. Shadow, anima/ animus, supreme individual all self archetypes are presented by knitting with symbolic values. In this article, the archetypal forms of the heroes in the story of Necip and Telli, which is told in the Kars region of Anatolia and listened with great interest, are examined based on Joseph Campbell's "departure-initiation-return" formula. Keywords: C. G. Jung, archetypal symbolism, Necip, Telli, Kara Bey.
NECATİ DEMİR, OĞUZNAME (7 VOLUMES) (BOOK PROMOTION)
Authors: OĞUZHAN Elif
Published: September 2024

Oğuzname; Türk dili, tarih, kültürü ve Türk dünyası için eşsiz bir eser olma vasfına sahiptir. Eserde Oğuz Kağan’ın uçsuz bucaksız bir coğrafyayı fethederek Türk yurdu yapışını gururla anlatmaktadır. Oğuz Kağan bu kutlu yolculuğa ordusuyla beraber Issık Göl çevresinden hareketle başlayarak; sınır tanımaksızın (Asya, Avrupa, Afrika’nın kuzeyi), tüm dünya üzerine seferler düzenlemektedir. (Demir & Golkarian, 2021c, s. 9) Prof. Dr. Necati Demir uzun soluklu ve emek gerektiren çalışmasında 7 ciltlik ve toplam 2250 sayfalık dev eser sunmakta; dünyadaki bütün Oğuzname nüshalarını ilk defa bir araya getirerek Türk dünyasına hediye etmektedir. Bahsi geçen yedi kitap şu şekilde sıralanmaktadır: Oğuzname 1 – Atasözleri Oğuzname 2 – Uygur Nüshası Oğuzname 3 – Reşideddin Oğuznamesi Oğuzname 4 – Kazan Nüshası Oğuzname 5 – İngiltere Nüshaları Oğuzname 6 – Câm-ı Cem-Ayin Oğuzname 7 – Kısa Metinli Oğuznameler
INCLUSION IN PRESCHOOL EDUCATION: APPROACHES IN DIFFERENT COUNTRIES
Authors: İNCE Mehmet , YILDIRIM Hasan Hüseyin
Published: September 2024

Inclusion is recognized as an approach to education that respects the different needs and abilities of students. Many countries give great importance to inclusive education, recognizing that students have different abilities. This study aims to examine the various approaches to inclusion in preschool education in different countries around the world. The research methodology is based on document review and involves examining sources such as academic articles, official documents and reports to compare inclusion policies and practices in preschool education in different countries around the world. The results show that some countries, such as Scandinavian countries, focus on individualized education plans to include students with special needs in traditional classrooms. Other countries prefer to educate children with special needs in separate classes or schools. Furthermore, in some countries, inclusive education practices are supported by government regulations and funding, while in others a more autonomous approach is adopted. These results indicate that each country differs based on its own educational system and cultural context. Based on the results of this research, sharing research and experiences can help to improve good practices in this field and contribute to making inclusive preschool education more effective and inclusive. This can encourage the sharing of good practices in the field and promote more effective and inclusive inclusive education in pre-school education. Keywords: Inclusion, mainstreaming, pre-school education, document review, special education
ANALISIS KEBUTUHAN PENGEMBANGAN MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN PAI BERBASIS VIDEO
Authors: Karsubi Renaldy , Adrian Rendy
Published: September 2024

In learning at school, various media are definitely needed in order to improve the learning process. In this learning media there are various variations, for example using Learning Video media. It is hoped that this research can develop media needs in PAI subjects at SMPN 2 MANUHING. This type of research is development (R&D) with the ADDIE model. With research subjects totaling 20 respondents, the object of this research itself is an analysis of teacher needs in developing video-based learning media. In this research, the data collection technique/method is using a questionnaire for the Analysis of Needs for Development of PAI Media at SMPN 2 MANUHING in the form of a Google form which is distributed to students, especially in class IX, who have gone through several materials in PAI subjects at SMPN 2 MANUHING. Then the data was obtained from 30% of students who had difficulty in learning PAI and 65% of students who liked PAI subjects, while for this media data was obtained from 60% of students who needed Laptop/Computer Media in learning and 95% of students who agreed to use Video Media in learning PIE. From this data, it can be concluded that students at SMPN 2 MANUHING on average like PAI learning subjects but they lack media in learning, so by conducting this research it is hoped that media development in PAI learning at SMPN 2 MANUHING will be carried out
MENINGKATKAN KETERAMPILAN BERBAHASA MENGGUNAKAN MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN BERBASIS APLIKASI CANVA RA AISYIYAH 2 KOTA SERANG
Authors: Mayasari Elis
Published: September 2024

The problem of this research is how to improve linguistic aspects using a learning environment based on the Canva application at RA Aisyiyah 2, Serang city. with this type of research, research that focuses on classroom situations or often called Classroom Action Research, which aims to improve the linguistic aspects of early childhood by using a Canva-based learning environment. RA Aisyiyah 2 Serang city application. RA Aisyiyah 2 group B's language skills have improved. Based on the data, it can be seen that in cycle I there were 22 children who met the initial development criteria of 100%. This is because there are still errors in each indicator so that in cycle I it was found that it was not yet at the level of success, whereas in cycle II the number of children who developed very well according to the criteria was 20 children. children. percentage of 80% and those included in the criteria for achieving according to expectations of 2 children 20% percentage for each indicator of language proficiency after activities with the Canva application-based learning environment. Thus, it can be said that this learning improves learning outcomes, namely achieving success or being included in the BSB (Very Well Developed) category
PERAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN KOPERATIF TIPE MAKE A MATCH BERBANTUAN MEDIA JARING-JARING PELANGI TERHADAP HASIL PEMBELAJARAN MATEMATIKA DI SDN 6 SUWAWAL
Authors: Cahyaningrum Suciati , Safitri Kristantina , Sutriyani Wulan
Published: September 2024

This study aims to explore the role of the Make a Match type Cooperative Learning Model supported by the Rainbow net media in improving mathematics learning outcomes at SDN 6 Suwawal. The research method used was a pseudo-experiment with a pre-test post-test control group design. The research subjects consisted of two randomly selected classes, one class as an experimental group that applied the Make a Match type cooperative learning model assisted by Rainbow net media, and one class as a control group that received conventional learning. Data were collected through tests of mathematics learning outcomes before and after treatment. The results showed that the Make a Match type cooperative learning model assisted by Rainbow net media significantly improved mathematics learning outcomes compared to conventional learning. These findings suggest that the use of cooperative learning models supported by interactive media can be an effective alternative in improving students' mathematical understanding and achievement at the elementary level. This research makes an important contribution to the development of learning methods that are more oriented towards student involvement and the use of technology in the learning process
Strategi Pengumpulan dan Analisis Data dalam Penelitian Kualitatif Pendidikan
Authors: Haki Ubay , Prahastiwi Eka Danik , Selatan Universitas Tapanuli
Published: September 2024

Qualitative research is an in-depth, flexible, and interactive approach to understanding social phenomena. Grounded in constructivism, this approach recognizes the plural, interactive, and exchange dimensions of social experience interpreted by individuals. Qualitative research emphasizes understanding phenomena from the perspective of participants, using interactive and flexible strategies. The aim is to provide a holistic understanding of behavior, perception, motivation, and action, with the researcher as a key instrument in the natural object condition. The method is inductive, prioritizes the meaning transmitted by participants, and analyzes phenomena naturally. Types of qualitative research, such as naturalistic, phenomenological, ethnographic, case studies, and historical methods, provide flexibility in approaching a variety of research contexts. Through explanations of data collection and analysis, qualitative research offers creative and engaged strategies, such as observation, interviews, and case studies. Overall, qualitative research is a relevant choice to answer complex research questions, especially those involving qualitative dimensions. In the world of scientific research, qualitative research stands out as a valuable tool in understanding the complexity and diversity of social phenomena
Desde la Mirada de la Diversidad Humana: El desafío de la Educación Especial en el siglo XXI
Authors: Morante Carvajal Irma Candelaria
Published: September 2024

Este estudio constituye una reflexión crítica sobre las contradicciones entre el pensamiento y acción en la Educación Especial, para ello: (a) cuestiona la asunción de conceptos y palabras que nombran/significan a la persona con discapacidad, sin analizar lo que subyace en su significado en relación a los fines y principios de la educación; y, (b) realiza la deconstrucción hermenéutica sobre documentos locales y mundiales. Las conclusiones apuntan hacia nuevos imaginarios pedagógicos cuyos argumentos se sostienen en la complejidad del fenómeno humano desde su naturaleza diversa: una filosofía humanista ecológica, la ontología de la construcción social de la realidad en la experiencia vital de la diversidad, la fenomenología de la diversidad humana en la interpretación de la vivencia-convivencia en los espacios educativos y la ética del rostro del otro que no se puede reducir a la mismidad.
Síndrome de Mckittrick Wheelock
Authors: Bergas Noelia , Strube Sebastian , Antezana Claudia , Barrionuevo Javier , Soria Gustavo
Published: September 2024

Síndrome poco frecuente producido por adenomas vellosos gigantes de recto, caracterizado por diarrea hipersecretora y alteraciones hidroelectrolíticas. Se presenta un caso clínico sobre un paciente con adenoma velloso de recto que requirió tratamiento quirúrgico.
Metástasis cutáneas de tumores colorrectales: Reporte de dos casos.
Authors: Pinzón María Camila , Senejoa-Nuñez Nairo J , Betancur-García Nicolás , Bonilla Johan
Published: September 2024

Las metástasis sincrónicas y metacrónicas del cáncer colorrectal en piel son raras, pero se asocian con estadios avanzados de la enfermedad y mal pronóstico a corto plazo. El adenocarcinoma de células de sello y el linfoma de células B de alto grado son tipos histológicos poco frecuentes, con menos del 1% de los casos individualmente. Aunque el órgano de aparición más frecuente es el hígado, el desarrollo de lesiones extracolónicas en raras localizaciones como la piel se relaciona con un compromiso más profundo y peor pronóstico. Describimos dos casos; un linfoma de células B de alto grado con metástasis en piel, hígado y estómago, y un paciente con diagnóstico de adenocarcinoma de células en anillo de sello pobremente diferenciado de alto grado que desarrolló lesiones metacrónicas en piel, colon y recto.
Pengaruh Media Sosial Terhadap Perilaku Keagamaan Peserta Didik
Authors: Mugiyono Mugiyono , Afifatul Janah Reza
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini dilatar belakangi oleh Perilaku keagamaan yang merupakan suatu bentuk perilaku yang mana mencerminkan nilai-nilai agama yang terkandung didalamnya. Dalam diri manusia terdapat dua unsur yaitu usur jasmani dan unsur rohani. Unsur jasamani bisa didapatkan melalui makanan dan minuman sedangkan unsur rohani berupa nilai-nilai spiritual keagamaan. Perkembangan globalisasi membuat peserta didik menjadi akarab dengan smartphone sehingaa membuatnya menjadi jauh dengan nilai-nilai keagaman. Penelitian ini bertujuan: untuk mengukur seberapa besar pengaruh Media Sosial terhadap Perilaku Keagamaan. Metode yang digunakan menggunakan jenis Penelitian Kuantitatif dengan metode Deskriptif Analitik Korelasional. Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan Simple random sampling, dengan jumlah responden 26 siswa.  Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa jika dilihat dari segi uji koefisien Product Moment menghasilkan “r_xy” atau “r_o” sebesar 0,535, sedangkan “rt” pada taraf signifikan 5% = 0,396 dan taraf signifikan 1% = 0,505. Dengan demikian dapat diterima dan disetujui, sementara Hipotesis Nihil (Ho) ditolak atau tidak disetujui. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian ini, maka dapat disimpulkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh pada perhatian orang tua terhadap motivasi belajar
The Sound and the Vision
Authors: Towers Lorraine , Hutchinson Amy
Published: September 2024

How has the new interactive distance education system facilitated by satellite technology been utilised and incorporated by teachers and learners? Has it changed the ways teachers deliver education to remote students? What have been the implications for the curriculum delivered via distance education? How has it affected the ways learners interact and build relationships with their peers? These questions are the focus of this paper and accompanying presentation, and form part of the broader focus of the Australian Research Council Linkage (ARCL) project on Interactive Distance Learning (IDL), "Opening Our Eyes". The authors are part of the project research team which has been conducting fieldwork by observations and analyses of real-time lessons and interviews with teachers, parents, home tutors and students. In this paper, we focus on teacher practice, providing specific examples from the field to illustrate the many and varied ways in which the technology is being used. The intention is not to provide conclusive assessments but, hopefully, to provide the basis for collegial sharing and constructive discussion.
Are We Doing Enough? Assessing the Needs of Teachers in Isolated Schools with Students with Oppositional Defiant Disorder in Mainstream Classrooms
Authors: McLean Fiona , Dixon Roselyn
Published: September 2024

The Vinson report (2001) into public education highlighted the growing incidence of behavioural problems within the NSW public school system. One disorder that is currently causing particular concern is Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) as the outcomes for students with ODD who do not receive intervention are dire. Barcalow (2006) claims that without intervention these behaviours may progress, sometimes rapidly, towards delinquency and incarceration. ODD has such a negative impact on classroom life and the working conditions of teachers and students that it needs urgent early intervention. The disorder does not only impact on the individual student, it impacts negatively on the other students, school staff and the learning environment. However, the area is not well-researched particularly from the viewpoint of the teachers who are in rural and isolated school in New South Wales. This qualitative research study examined the experiences of four teachers in two isolated rural schools in NSW who are currently teaching students with ODD. It examines the degree to which behaviours, of students with ODD impact on their own learning and socialisation skills and how this, in turn affects the teachers' ability to teach. Participant teachers indicated experiencing higher levels of stress when teaching students with ODD in isolated communities.
Promise and the Reality
Authors: Barbour Michael K.
Published: September 2024

The history of online learning at the K-12 level is almost as long as its history at the post-secondary level, with the first virtual school programs beginning in the early 1990s. While these opportunities were designed as a way to provide rural students with access to more specialized courses, as opportunities have become organized into virtual or cyber schools the nature of students served by these institutions have broadened. Unlike online learning in general, much less is known about virtual schooling – even less of which is based on systematic research. Regardless, the growth and practice of virtual schooling has far out-paced the production of reliable and valid research. This paper will focus upon describing the evolution of K-12 online learning in Canada and the United States, how that evolution has impacted rural schools, and what lessons can be learned from the experiences with K-12 online learning in these two countries.
Rips, Currents and Snags
Authors: Lynch Timothy
Published: September 2024

Monash University (Gippsland campus) is situated in Churchill, Latrobe Valley, located in central Gippsland, eastern Victoria. A large percentage of the Gippsland region comprises of a socio-economically disadvantaged population (Figure 1). In Semester One, 2011 as part of the Bachelor of Primary Education course at Monash, it was decided that a pathway be created to achieve these national ideals and goals through the implementation of swimming and water safety education in Primary schools. Swimming and water safety education represents the specific curriculum to be implemented in rural schools, it is representative of any aspect of the curriculum to be delivered. This paper comprises a narrative memoir by the author of his involvement in the pathway and subsequently the paper sheds light on the barriers, benefits and strategies for implementing such policies in practice.
Unveiling the Kilonova of GRB 211211A: A Unique Long-Duration Gamma-Ray Burst from a Compact Object Merger
Authors: Archna Joshi  , Abhishek Saxena  , Mamataben Soni
Published: September 2024

GAMMA-ray bursts (GRBs) are among the most fascinating phenomena in modern high-energy astrophysics. In the late 1960s, the Vela military satellite system made an unexpected discovery of GRBs. The GRBs are classified into two types: short GRBs and long GRBs. In this study, we examined a lengthy GRB, 211211A. The data were examined with several astrological techniques. We present the detection of a kilo nova connected with the close (350 Mpc) minute-duration GRB 211211A. The finding of a kilo nova at 17.7 days post-burst proves that the burst's progenitor was a compact object merger, as deep optical limits rule out the presence of an accompanying supernova with MI> −13 mag. GRB 211211A's gamma-ray light curve resembles prior extended emission short GRBs (EE-SGRBs), but its prompt, brilliant spikes endure ≳12 s, distinguishing it from earlier EE-SGRBs. GRB 211211A's kilo nova is identical in intensity, duration, and color to AT2017gfo, which was discovered in conjunction with the gravitational wave (GW)-detected binary neutron star (BNS) merger GW170817.
Comparative Study by Experiment of Design Cooling System Between Air Cooling and Water Spray Cooling Method for Optimization of Solar Photovoltaic
Authors: Ananda Galieh , Hakim Mohamad Dimas Nur , Wulandari Rindi
Published: September 2024

Solar photovoltaic is a renewable energy that has great potential and is quite cheap. However, solar cells are sensitive to temperature through the parameters of their semiconductor materials. The optimal solar photovoltaic temperature range is 25◦C- 40◦C. Based on the study, the optimal temperature of the solar photovoltaic system is 41◦C. The problem is that solar photovoltaics do not produce power optimally when the surface temperature reaches 41◦C so the power produced decreases. The cooling system is one solution to overcome temperature problems in solar photovoltaics. The purpose is to design an automatic cooling system based on water and air spray using Arduino Uno which operates only at solar photovoltaic surface temperatures above 41◦C and compare the working effectiveness of the cooling system using water spray and air when the surface of the solar photovoltaic reaches maximum heat and does not work optimally. Methods. Design and develop a water and air-spray-based cooling system using an experimental process. Results. The automatic cooling system has been designed using a water spray cooling method and a DC fan-based air cooling method. The water spray cooling method can reduce the temperature optimally with an average temperature of 38.67◦C and the air cooling method can reduce the temperature optimally with an average temperature of 39.5◦C. The water spray cooling method had an efficiency value of 36% and the DC fan-based water cooling method had an efficiency value of 16%.
Aksesibilitas Transportasi Publik Bagi Penyandang Disabilitas Pengguna Light Rail Transit Sumatera Selatan
Authors: Tahta M. Hafidz , Nasyaya Annada
Published: September 2024

This study aims to provision of accessibility to public transportation for people with disabilities is still a problem. This is because there are still many complaints coming from people with disabilities regarding the provision of accessibility on public transportation, which is still not good. As one of the public transportations in Palembang City, the South Sumatra Light Rail Transit needs to provide accessibility for people with disabilities. This is so that people with disabilities can use the South Sumatra Light Rail Transit transportation easily and comfortably. This type of research uses descriptive and qualitative research methods. Researchers conducted interviews with people with disabilities who use the LRT in South Sumatra and LRT officers in South Sumatra to find out how accessible it is for people with disabilities who use the LRT in South Sumatra. In this study, researchers used the Atlas.ti tool to assist in analyzing the data. In this study, it is known that accessibility for people with disabilities has been carried out well. This can be seen from the opinions of people with disabilities who are satisfied with the facilities and services provided when using the South Sumatra LRT public transportation service. Even so, there are still some shortcomings that must be corrected and resolved.
Optimalisasi Penerimaan Retribusi Pengujian Kendaraan Bermotor Dinas Perhubungan Kota Lubuklinggau
Authors: Annisah Annisah , Fadhillah Harnawansyah Muhammad , Murahman Mardi
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui tentang Optimalisasi Penerimaan Retribusi Pengujian Kendaraan Bermotor Dinas Perhubungan Kota Lubuklinggau dan untuk mengetahui langkah apa yang dilakukan Dinas Perhubungan Kota Lubuklinggau dalam meningkatkan penerimaan retribusi pengujian kendaraan bermotor. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif yang bersifat deskriptif. Jenis sumber data primer dan sekunder dan teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan teknik observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Aspek penelitian ini yaitu penerimaan, pemungutan, dan pengawasan.. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Optimalisasi Penerimaan Retribusi Pengujian Kendaraan Bermotor Dinas Perhubungan Kota Lubuklinggau sudah memiliki standar operasional prosedur yang baik, namun belum optimal, karena tingkat kepatuhan dan kesadaran wajib retribusi masih rendah dalam membayar retribusi.