bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Effects of Administration of Total Glucoside Peony (TGP) on Autoimmune Diseases: Clinical and Laboratory Observations as Preliminary Research
Authors: Cecilia Mongdong Nancy , Alwi Datau Eulis , Novian Harijanto Paul , Edi Surachmanto Eko , Soekarno Juwita , Yosua Saputra Rio
Published: January 2024

Autoimmune diseases cause the host immune system to produce antibodies that attack its own tissues due to an exaggerated immune response to the body's own tissues and materials simultaneously. Conventional treatment of autoimmune diseases are NSAIDs, glucocorticoids, and immunosuppressants that have not met the satisfaction of autoimmune therapy. The purpose of this study was to identify the usefulness and side effects of TGP against autoimmune diseases as a complementary therapy to low-dose basic therapy. This research method is an original research and intervention. This is an initial study with an analytical observational approach. The design is a 'single-group pretest-posttest design'. This research was conducted at RSUP Prof. dr. R.D Kandou and other private hospitals in Manado and Tomohon. The subjects of the study were autoimmune patients. The addition of TGP in this study did not have significant side effects on Hb, leukocytes, liver and kidney function, and the gastrointestinal tract. From this study, it can be concluded that there are clinically significant improvements in RA, Graves, Hashimoto, and Psoriasis, significant laboratory improvements in CRP and LED levels for all autoimmune patients, and insignificant laboratory improvements in anti-TPO, TSH, and FT4 levels for Graves and Hashimoto. In Aplastic Anemia, there is a significant improvement in the number of leukocytes and platelets. There are no side effects on the gastrointestinal tract, Hb, leukocytes, platelets, liver function, and kidneys.
Korelasi antara Persepsi Kualitas Layanan dengan Persepsi Korupsi Skala Kecil di Balai Diklat Keagamaan Semarang
Authors: Syaifullah Dian Hafit , Fahham Achmad Muchaddam , Khoiriyani Fauziah , Dani Fatimatuz Zahro Diah Putri
Published: January 2024

The relationship between the level of public service quality and the level of corruption perception qualitatively requires quantitative testing. This research is correlative descriptive research using a combination method approach. Sampling techniques use purposive sampling methods. Quantitative data analysis used is a descriptive statistical analysis using Pearson's Product Moment. The service quality perception scale applied, which is closer to 4, means the better, while the corruption perception scale that is applied closer to 1 means the better. The results obtained from this study show that the level of perception of the quality of public services and the perception of corruption have a correlation coefficient value of -0.506 (moderate/strong enough). The variable dimension of service quality that has the strongest correlation with the majority of variable dimensions of corruption perception is the assurance dimension as measured from indicators of expertise and integrity of officers. Support and supervision from the government and the House of Representatives in Commission VIII are needed to improve the quality of service in the Ministry of Religious Affairs. The improvement of public services can be done in a comprehensive and integrated way.AbstrakHubungan tingkat kualitas layanan publik dengan tingkat persepsi korupsi berdasarkan riset kualitatif memerlukan pengujian kuantitatif. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis hubungan antara persepsi kualitas layanan dengan persepsi korupsi di suatu layanan publik serta menganalisis hubungan dimensi kedua variabel tersebut. Penelitian ini merupakan riset deskriptif korelatif menggunakan pendekatan metode kombinasi. Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan purposive sampling. Analisis data kuantitatif menerapkan analisis statistik deskriptif Pearson’s Product Moment. Skala persepsi kualitas layanan yang diterapkan yaitu makin mendekati 4 bermakna makin baik, sedangkan skala persepsi korupsi yang diterapkan makin mendekati 1 bermakna makin baik. Hasil penelitian ini adalah tingkat persepsi kualitas layanan publik dan persepsi korupsi memiliki nilai koefisien korelasi sebesar -0,506 (kategori sedang/cukup kuat). Dimensi variabel kualitas layanan yang memiliki korelasi terkuat dengan mayoritas dimensi variabel persepsi korupsi adalah dimensi assurance yang diukur dari indikator keahlian dan integritas petugas. Dukungan dan pengawasan dari pemerintah dan DPR RI di Komisi VIII sangat dibutuhkan untuk meningkatkan kualitas layanan pada satuan kerja di lingkungan Kementerian Agama. Peningkatan pelayanan publik tersebut bisa dilakukan dengan cara komprehensif dan terpadu.
Dampak Budaya Adaptif dan Ideasional dalam Kasus Stunting di Indonesia
Authors: Teguh Monika , Koesbardiati Toetik , Ida Rachmah , Puspa Ratih , Syafarani Yavrina
Published: January 2024

Stunting is a form of malnutrition that occurs as a result of improper child- rearing practices that cause a child to lack nutrition from the womb until the first thousand days of life. In 2021, 24.4% of Indonesian toddlers still experience stunting. One of the causes is a culture that is not in line with healthy living behaviors. This study will answer the question of what culture has an impact on the stunting cases in Indonesia? The research method used is descriptive qualitative with literature study as the basis for its data. The results of the research show various cultural roles both adaptive and ideational cultures that contribute to stunting. Adaptive cultures that play a role in stunting include hustle culture, working mothers, and education. Meanwhile, ideational cultures that still have an impact on stunting until now include beliefs, early marriage, incorrect feeding, and incorrect feeding methods. It is hoped that the results of this study can provide a contribution to the study of public health and more effective health promotion in the future. AbstrakStunting merupakan kasus kekerdilan yang terjadi akibat kesalahan pola asuh anak yang menyebabkan anak kekurangan gizi sejak dari dalam kandungan sampai seribu hari pertama kehidupan. Pada tahun 2021 masih terdapat 24,4 persen anak balita yang mengalami stunting di Indonesia. Salah satu penyebabnya adalah budaya masyarakat yang tidak sesuai dengan perilaku hidup sehat. Studi ini akan menjawab pertanyaan budaya apa yang berdampak terhadap kasus stunting di Indonesia? Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif deskriptif dengan studi literatur sebagai dasar datanya. Hasil dari penelitian menunjukkan berbagai peranan budaya baik budaya adaptif maupun budaya ideasional yang turut mendorong terjadinya stunting. Budaya adaptif yang berperan dalam terjadinya stunting antara lain hustle culture, ibu bekerja, dan pendidikan. Sementara itu, budaya ideasional yang juga masih berpengaruh terhadap terjadinya stunting sampai saat ini antara lain kepercayaan, pernikahan dini, kesalahan pemberian makanan, dan kesalahan cara pemberian makanan. Diharapkan hasil penelitian ini dapat memberikan sumbangsih bagi kajian kesehatan masyarakat dan promosi kesehatan yang lebih efektif ke depannya.
Dampak Kebijakan Akreditasi Puskesmas dalam Upaya Peningkatan Kualitas Pelayanan Kesehatan
Authors: Nugroho Arief Priyo , Ardani Irfan , Effendi Diyan Ermawan
Published: January 2024

Puskesmas/primary health center (PHC) accreditation policy has a relativeimpact on improving health services quality. In addition to management andorganizational improvements, PHC accreditation has negative excesses which canbe seen in the implementation process. Namely, the issue of fulfilling citizens’ basicrights to health. This study aims to explain some of the negative excesses of PHCaccreditation policy to fulfill health care access. A qualitative analysis of variousinterviews in roundtable discussions and secondary data collection on the processand implementation of accreditation in 12 districts/cities. This study shows that thePHC accreditation policy that was carried out encouraged a shift in the Government’svalues and norms in providing essential health services, from public goods to privategoods. The management logic that tends to be private-like-oriented places thecommunity as a consumer rather than as a citizen, not yet maximizing the active roleof the community raises the issue of inequity in the country’s efforts to guarantee therights of the community as citizens. The Government places basic health services nolonger fully as public goods, which ensures that every people as a citizen can accessthem without exception. AbstrakKebijakan akreditasi puskesmas relatif memiliki pengaruh padapeningkatan kualitas pelayanan. Selain terdapat perbaikan manajemen danorganisasi, akreditasi puskesmas memiliki ekses negatif yang terlihat pada prosesimplementasinya, terutama dalam permasalahan pemenuhan hak dasar warganegara atas kesehatan. Studi ini bertujuan menjelaskan bagaimana kebijakanakreditasi puskesmas menimbulkan ekses negatif dalam pemenuhan aksespelayanan kesehatan. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif. Dataprimer diperoleh melalui wawancara mendalam diskusi meja bundar dan data sekunder dari pengalaman pelaksanaan akreditasi puskesmas di 12 kabupaten/kota. Studi ini menemukan bahwa kebijakan akreditasi puskesmas yang dilakukanmendorong pergeseran nilai dan norma pemerintah dalam menyelenggarakanpelayanan kesehatan dasar, yaitu perubahan dari barang publik menjadibarang privat. Logika pengelolaan yang lebih cenderung private-like-oriented,menempatkan masyarakat sebagai konsumen dibanding sebagai warga negara,belum maksimalnya peran aktif masyarakat memunculkan isu kesenjangan dalamupaya negara menjamin hak masyarakat sebagai warga negara. Pemerintahmenempatkan pelayanan kesehatan dasar tidak lagi sepenuhnya sebagai barangpublik yang menjamin setiap masyarakat sebagai warga negara mampu mengaksestanpa terkecuali.
Konsesi Konservasi Melalui Kebijakan Restorasi Ekosistem di Hutan Produksi
Authors: Qodriyatun Sri Nurhayati
Published: January 2024

Ecosystem restoration in production forest is one of the government’s efforts to improve the damaged production forests by involving private sector through implementation of the conservation concession. Conservation concession is a new concept in forest management which is expected to save the forest, and still provide economic and social benefits for the community. In conservation concession, the ecological, economical, and social aspects were being maintained as one. However, ecosystem restoration is not yet to be implemented with the overall principle of conservation concession, such as the licensing process is not conducted through market mechanism, the application fee is not equally applied between ecosystem restoration concession and other concessions; not transparent, the area is not clean and clear; and no set rule on the possibility of logging in ecosystem restoration concessions. Therefore, the government needs to ensure several things including to reserved the area to be free of conflicts of tenure, to reduce the amount of fee charged, to abolish the rules that granting logging on ecosystem restoration concession, and to provide incentive for the concessions that had managed to restore the production forest. Kebijakan restorasi ekosistem di hutan produksi adalah salah satu upaya pemerintah untuk memperbaiki hutan produksi yang rusak dengan melibatkan swasta melalui penerapan konsep konsesi konservasi. Konsesi konservasi adalah satu konsep baru dalam pengelolaan hutan yang diharapkan dapat untuk menyelamatkan hutan di satu sisi, tetapi tetap memberikan manfaat ekonomi dan sosial bagi masyarakat. Melalui konsesi konservasi, aspek ekologi, ekonomi, dan sosial berjalan bersama dalam satu pengelolaan hutan. Namun pelaksanaan restorasi ekosistem belum menerapkan keseluruhan prinsip konsesi konservasi dan masih terdapat beberapa kelemahan, seperti proses perizinan yang tidak dilakukan melalui mekanisme pasar, penerapan iuran yang diberlakukan sama antara konsesi restorasi ekosistem dengan konsesi lainnya, tidak transparan, areal yang dicadangkan tidak clean and clear, serta adanya aturan dimungkinkannya penebangan di konsesi restorasi ekosistem. Untuk itu, ke depan pemerintah perlu menjamin lahan yang dicadangkan bebas dari konflik tenurial, pengurangan besaran iuran yang dibebankan, dihapuskannya aturan pemberian izin penebangan pada konsesi restorasi ekosistem, dan memberikan insentif bagi konsesi yang berhasil merestorasi kawasan hutan produksi.
Pengembangan Tenun Ikat Komunitas Kaine’e Provinsi Nusa Tenggara Timur Melalui Model Quadruple Helix
Authors: Pulungan Edrida
Published: January 2024

This research explore the creative economic development based on community empowerment by case studies in ikat Kaine’e community by offering an alternative model of quadruple helix. As the pretenses, women are the majority of weavers mostly the backbone of economic family income. Many weaver of Kaine’e community in East Nusa Tenggara province was vulnerable to poverty because they have problems in marketing ikat and access to sources of funding to meet the raw material and the lack of skills to produce quality weaving and the need to strengthen the capacity for a group of weavers. Methods of research conducted by in-depth interviews, observation and documentation. The place of research is in the village of Teun Baun, Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara Province. Results showed that there are synergies between stakeholders involving the interaction of local government is through the Department of Trade and Industry, Private Parties (Chamber of Commerce, the National Crafts Council, Yayasan Karya Karsa One) Academics and Community. In this study the authors also offer creative economy development model of community-based alternative is to use the model Quadruple Helix .  Penelitian ini mengeksplorasi pengembangan ekonomi kreatif berbasis pemberdayaan masyarakat dan studi kasus komunitas tenun ikat Kaine’e dengan menawarkan alternatif model quadruple helix. Penelitian didasarkan pada kondisi pengrajin tenun komunitas Kaine’e Provinsi Nusa Tenggara Timur yang mayoritas perempuan dan kebanyakan menjadi penopang ekonomi keluarga untuk menambah penghasilan. Mereka rentan terhadap kemiskinan, karena terhambat dalam memasarkan produk , mengakses sumber-sumber pendanaan untuk memenuhi bahan baku, dan minim keterampilan untuk menghasilkan tenun yang berkualitas. Penelitian dilakukan di Desa Teun Baun, Kabupaten Kupang, Provinsi Nusa tenggara Timur, melalui metode wawancara mendalam, pengamatan, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan terdapat sinergi antar stakeholders yang melibatkan interaksi Pemerintah daerah, yaitu melalui Dinas Perindustrian dan Perdagangan, pihak swasta (KADIN, Dewan Kerajinan Nasional Daerah, Yayasan Satu Karsa Karya), akademisi dan komunitas. Dalam penelitian ini, penulis juga menawarkan model pengembangan ekonomi kreatif berbasis pemberdayaan masyarakat dengan menggunakan alternatif model Quadruple Helix
PENGARUH KUALITAS AUDIT, FIRM SIZE, TAX DAN MEKANISME BONUS TERHADAP TRANSFER PRICING
Authors:   Universitas Mikroskil, Barus Andreani Caroline , Tarihoran Anita , Wailan’An Evi Juita
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis pengaruh kualitas audit, ukuran perusahaan, perpajakan dan mekanisme bonus terhadap transfer pricing pada perusahaan sektor besar yang terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia periode 2017-2018. Metode penyajian sampel dalam penelitian ini menggunakan metode purposive sampling. Metode analisis yang digunakan adalah analisis regresi logistik. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa kualitas audit, ukuran perusahaan, pajak dan mekanisme bonus tidak mempengaruhi transfer pricing perusahaan pada sektor-sektor utama yang terdafatr di Bursa Efek Indonesia periode 2017-2018.
PENGARUH KEPEMIMPINAN TRANSFORMASIONAL DAN SITUASIONAL TERHADAP KEPUASAN KERJA PEGAWAI KANTOR CAMAT TIGA BINANGA KABUPATEN KARO
Authors:   Universitas Methodist Indonesia, Siregar Selamat
Published: January 2024

The leader's actions in providing directions and instructions will have a major impact on employee satisfaction. One option that can be taken in an effort to solve complex problems in an organization is to apply a transformational and situational leadership style approach. The purpose of this study is the influence of transformational and situational leadership on job satisfaction of employees of the Tiga Binanga District Office, Karo Regency. The sampling technique used by the researcher was saturated sampling, therefore the sample in this study was the entire population of employees in the Tigabinanga District Office, Karo Regency, totaling 33 people. The results of this study are that transformational leadership has a significant effect on employee job satisfaction in the Tigabinanga District Office, Karo Regency. Situational leadership has a significant effect on employee satisfaction at the Tigabinanga District Office, Karo Regency. Taken together, the leadership and situational transformation variables have a significant effect on employee job satisfaction in the Tigabinanga District Office, Karo Regency. The magnitude of the influence of transformational leadership and situational leadership on job satisfaction is 55.1%, the remaining 44.9% is explained by variables or other factors not discussed in this study.
FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI SAVING BEHAVIOR RUMAH TANGGA DI DESA CINGKES, KECAMATAN DOLOK SILAU, KABUPATEN SIMALUNGUN
Authors:   Universitas Mikroskil, Perangin-angin Naca , Yolanda Yola , Br. Ginting Litka Tiadora Ria
Published: January 2024

Menabung adalah salah satu cara dalam mengelola keuangan. Kondisi ketidakpastian membuat masyarakat sadar menabung menjadi solusi untuk menyiapkan krisis di masa depan yang mungkin lebih tinggi. Menabung dilakukan oleh masyarakat pada umumnya dengan harapan dapat menyimpan dan menyisihkan sebagian pendapatan yang dapat digunakan untuk kebutuhan di masa depan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis pengaruh financial inclusion, self control, dan financial literacy terhadap saving behavior. Data yang digunakan merupakan data primer yang diperoleh langsung dari responden yang berjumlah 90 responden. Metode pengambilan sampel yang digunakan adalah probability sampling, dengan teknik pengambilan sampel yaitu Simple Random Sampling. Kuesioner yang telah diisi respoden dianalisis dengan metode analisis kuantitatif, selanjutnya digunakan smartPLS sebagai alat analisis. Hasil penelitian ini menyatakan bahwa financial inclusion tidak berpengaruh terhadap saving behavior, self control berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap saving behavior, dan financial literacy tidak berpengaruh terhadap saving behavior.
PENGARUH HARGA DAN FASILITAS TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN BERKUNJUNG WISATA PANTAI PASIR PUTIH PARPAREAN KABUPATEN TOBA
Authors:   Universitas Negeri Medan, Manurung Retno S. , Lubis Nurul Wardani , Hasyim Diana
Published: January 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of price and facilities on the decision to visit the Parparean White Sand Beach Tourism in Toba Regency. This study used quantitative methods and determined the sample using simple random sampling method with a total sample of 100 respondents. Data collection techniques in this study were carried out by distributing questionnaires with a Likert scale and statistically processed using multiple regression analysis with the help of the SPSS 21.0 calculator for windows. Hypothesis testing uses the f test, t test and the coefficient of determination previously the data has been tested using the validity test, reliability test and classic assumption test. The results of this study indicate that partially the price and facilities have a positive effect on the decision to visit Pasir Putih Parparean Beach, Toba Regency. The results of the study also show that prices and facilities simultaneously influence visiting decisions. This is evidenced by the results of the value of Fcount > Ftable = 71.481 > 3.09 and a significance level of 0.000 <0.05. The coefficient of determination test shows a value of 0.596 or 59.6% which means price and facilities have an influence of 40.4% on the decision to visit while the rest is influenced by other variables.
PENGARUH PERSEPSI KEMUDAHAN PENGGUNAAN, EFEKTIVITAS, DAN RISIKO TERHADAP PENGGUNAAN FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY (FINTECH) PADA MASYARAKAT KOTA MEDAN
Authors:   Universitas Mikroskil, Pandia Sonya Enda Natasha S. , Wailan’An Evi Juita
Published: January 2024

This research aims to determine and analyze the influence of perception of ease use, effectiveness, and risk on the adoption of financial technology (Fintech) among the public of Medan city. The sampling method employed in this study is Lemeshow, and a total of 100 respondents were selected as the research sample. The data analysis method used in this research is the Partial Least Square (PLS) method, implemented with SmartPLS 3.2.9 software. The test results show that variables of perception of the use and Risk has a significant impact on Fintech Adoption, while the Effectiveness variable have no affect on use of financial technology.
PENGARUH LEVERAGE, LIKUIDITAS, UKURAN PERUSAHAAN, PROFITABILITAS DAN AGRESIVITAS PAJAK TERHADAP PENGUNGKAPAN TANGGUNG JAWAB SOSIAL PADA PERUSAHAAN NON KEUANGAN
Authors:   Universitas Mikroskil, Br. Ginting Suriani , Tarihoran Anita
Published: January 2024

This research aims to determine and analyze the influence of Leverage, Liquidity, Company Size, Profitability and Tax Aggressiveness on Social Responsibility Disclosure in Non-Financial Companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the 2017-2020 period. The population in this research is non-financial companies. The sampling method used was the purposive sampling method and a research sample of 130 was obtained. This research used Multiple Linear Regression analysis testing. The results of the analysis show that simultaneously Leverage, Liquidity, Company Size, Profitability and Tax Aggressiveness have a significant effect on Social Responsibility Disclosure. Partially, Liquidity has an effect on Social Responsibility Disclosure, but Leverage, Company Size, Profitability and Tax Aggressiveness have no effect on Social Responsibility Disclosure in non-financial companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the 2017-2020 period.
Molecular Detection and Subtype Distribution of Blastocystis sp. in Cold-water Fish and cultured water
Authors: Wang Yuwei , Zhang Chao , Nan Huizhu , Yin Shi , Cao Mengjuan , An Ruiyong , Ma Lei
Published: January 2024

Blastocystis sp. is a eukaryotic protozoan parasite reported in patients with diarrhea and irritable bowel syndrome. So far, it has been determined the parasite occurs in the intestinal tract of humans and animals worldwide. However, few studies have investigated the distribution of Blastocystis sp. in cold-water fish and cultured water. After DNA extraction of tissue and water samples, a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assay was established to detect Blastocystis sp. The results showed the detection rate of the parasite was 3.70% in the tissue samples and 6.29% in water samples. Only the ST1 subtype was in fish, but five subtypes, ST1, ST2, ST10, ST21, and ST24, were detected in water samples. There were no significant differences in the water distribution rate of Blastocystis sp. The presence of Blastocystis sp. was detected in the intestinal digesta of cold-water fish for the first time in this study, which hinted that Blastocystis sp. may infect cold-water fish. It is speculated that Blastocystis sp. entered the intestinal tract of fish with feeding and water flow. The results will provide data support for ecological prevention and control of cold-water fish diseases and lay a foundation for the formulation of sustainable aquaculture development strategies.
Freezing hope: Balancing realism and optimism in elective egg freezing
Authors: Chin Hui Men Selina , Rajesh Hemashree
Published: January 2024

The 2022 White Paper on Singapore Women’s Development, which aimed at a fair and inclusive society where both women and men can pursue their aspirations fully, announced the option for elective egg freezing (EEF) and that the age limit for EEF was planned to be set at 35 years. The limit has been set at 37 years following recent review of success rates of EEF up to this age.2 This was implemented on 1 July 2023, presenting a conundrum among health professionals and women alike. While this is an exciting long-overdue progress in women’s reproductive autonomy, elective egg freezing needs adequate counselling and critical appraisal before a woman embarks on this journey. In this issue of the Annals, Ong et al.3 have presented a comprehensive overview on the key clinical aspects of EEF that a clinician should consider, while empowering women in this complicated decision-making. This review is a foundation for the consideration of EEF for young Singaporean women who intend to navigate newly charted waters in EEF in the context of a still rather conservative society.
Anti-osteoporosis drugs reduce mortality in cancer patients: A national cohort study of elderly with vertebral fractures
Authors: Huan Chun-Feng , Kuo Tzu-Tung , Hsu Jason C , Kosik Russell O , Chan Wing P
Published: January 2024

Introduction: The most prevalent type of fragility fractures is osteoporotic vertebral fractures (OVFs). However, only a few studies have examined the relationship between anti-osteoporosis treatments and malignancy-related mortality following an OVF. The goal of this study is to determine the effect of anti-osteoporosis therapy on mortality in OVF patients with and without cancer.

Method: Data from older people over the age of 65 who were hospitalised for OVFs between 1 January 2003 and 31 December 2018 were analysed retrospectively. A total of 6139 persons getting osteoporosis treatment and 28,950 who did not receive treatment were analysed, together with 2 sets of patients, comprising cancer patients (794) and cancer-free patients (5342), using anti-osteoporosis medication or not, in 1:1 propensity score-matched analyses. The hazard ratios (HRs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated.

Results: In all, 35,089 patients with OVFs were included in the population; 29,931 people (85.3%) were women, and the mean (standard deviation) age was 78.13 (9.27) years. Overall survival was considerably higher in those undergoing osteoporosis therapy. This was true for both those without cancer (adjusted HR 0.55; 95% CI 0.51–0.59; P<.0001) as well as those with cancer (adjusted HR 0.72; 95% CI 0.62–0.84; P<.0001). Even among cancer patients, those who received anti-osteoporotic drugs had a lower mortality rate than those who did not.

Conclusion: Our findings suggest that anti-osteoporosis therapy should be initiated regardless of the presence of cancer in the elderly, as it increases survival following OVFs.
Anti-osteoporosis drugs and reduction of mortality in cancer patients
Authors: Chandran Manju , Lau Tang Ching
Published: January 2024

Osteoporosis and cancer share a complex relationship, with each condition influencing the progression and outcomes of the other.1 Multiple factors, such as chemo- and hormonal therapies, and the direct invasion of bone tissue by malignant cells contribute to the accelerated bone loss seen in cancer patients.1 Various anti-osteoporosis drugs, including anti-resorptives such as bisphosphonates, denosumab and selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs), and anabolic agents such as teriparatide and romosozumab have demonstrated efficacy in preventing bone loss and reducing fracture risk in non-cancer populations. These medications exert their effects through different mechanisms, such as inhibiting osteoclast activity, modulating hormonal pathways or promoting bone formation.2 However, their effectiveness in cancer patients remains an area of ongoing research and debate. The interplay between cancer-related bone loss and the actions and potential benefits of anti-osteoporosis drugs is complex. The plausible biological mechanisms underlying the observed benefits of anti-osteoporosis drugs in cancer patients with osteoporotic fractures warrant exploration. Beyond their direct effects on bone density, these medications may influence the tumour microenvironment, immune response, and the release of factors that affect cancer progression.1,3
Strategi Komunikasi Pemasaran Anggrek Souvenir dalam Mempromosikan Produk
Authors: Anggreini Mutia Erda , Hasmawati Fifi , Trisiah Anita
Published: January 2024

This research is entitled "Orchid Souvenir Marketing Communication Strategy in Promoting Products". The aim of this research is to find out what marketing communication strategies Anggrek Souvenir uses in promoting products. This research uses descriptive qualitative methods, collecting data through observation, interviews and documentation. This research uses the concept of marketing mix theory and promotion mix. The results of this research, Orchid Souvenir, apply the concept of marketing mix theory which consists of product, price, place and promotion. and the concept of promotional mix theory, namely advertising, sales promotion, personal/face-to-face selling, public relations and direct marketing to promote products to buyers. Of all the promotional mixes implemented by Anggrek Souvenir, the advertising strategy carried out by posting product photos on social media is not very active and utilized, even though nowadays other business people use social media to promote their products. However, sales promotion is the most effective strategy used by Anggrek Souvenir in promoting its products.
Financial Dynamics of Listed Banks in Pakistan: Exploring the Interplay between Cost-Income Ratio, Capital Adequacy, and Performance Metrics
Authors:   School of Finance and Economics , Jiangsu University, China, Ul Hassan Muhammad Iatzaz
Published: January 2024

This study delves into the relationship between the Cost-Income Ratio, Capital Adequacy, and the performance of listed banks in Pakistan. Drawing data from 2014 to 2022 annual reports, the Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) in STATA version 18 is employed for analysis. The findings disclose a negative connection between capital adequacy and performance, particularly return on assets (ROA) and return on equity (ROE). While the correlation lacks statistical significance for ROA, it becomes significant in the context of ROE. Additionally, a statistically significant negative correlation is identified between the cost-income ratio and both ROA and ROE. Total equity debt displays a negative relationship, achieving significance concerning ROA. Bank size demonstrates a significant negative correlation with both ROA and ROE. GDP exhibits a positive link, significant only with ROE. These findings contribute valuable insights into the dynamics of financial indicators influencing bank performance in the Pakistani context.
Perception of Learners and Facilitators on the Best Practices for Effective Teaching and Learning of Science Courses in Open and Distance Education
Authors:   Faculty of Education National Open University of Nigeria, V. Nnaka Professor Chibuogwu
Published: January 2024

The study investigated the perceptions of learners and facilitators on the best practices for effective teaching and learning of science courses in open and distance learning. A descriptive survey design was used for the study. Eight research questions were posed to guide the study. A total of 180 students and 30 tutorial facilitators selected by purposive sampling from study centres in the South-east and South-south geopolitical zones in Nigeria constituted the sample. Two different questionnaires were used for data collection. Data was analyzed using means and percentage frequencies. Findings reveal that using practical demonstration, engagement with hands on activities and use of examples constitute the best practices for teaching science courses in open and distance learning mode as perceived by the facilitators. Availability of functional internet facilities, using practical demonstrations and availability of personal computers/laptops for tutorials are among the instructional modes that students perceive as best practices for learning science courses in open and distance learning . Facilitators and students perceive lack of well-equipped laboratory as a constraint to the attainment of best practices in the teaching and learning of science courses in open and distance. Recommendations were made based on the findings.
Using Kahoot! To Teach Grammar in an ESL Classroom: Pupils’ Perspectives
Authors:   Faculty of Education, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bua’ Hilary Hana , Mohd Shah Parilah ,   Faculty of Education, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bipinchandra Jai Shree ,   Institute of Teacher Education, Malaysia
Published: January 2024

Gamification method in the education field is the application of game mechanisms in a non-gaming environments like such as classrooms and virtual learning sessions. Gamified learning has attracted attention among educators and learners over the past several years. There are debates and opinions regarding the most suitable approach to teach students in the ESL classrooms and how it will impact students’ level of proficiency. The recent outbreak of COVID-19 has forced schools to be closed thus restricting face-to-face interactions during teaching and learning sessions. Online learning becomes the best option. However, many teachers encounter difficulties in teaching grammar to ESL students effectively. Therefore, students’ perception on the use of Kahoot! to teach grammar will be surveyed to determine the impact of gamification method towards learning. This study will employ survey research design and a questionnaire will be distributed among 70 Year 5 and year 6 pupils studying in a semi-rural school in Tatau, Sarawak. The questionnaire consists of 25 items which was adapted from a similar study conducted by Bicen and Kocakoyun (2018). The survey will be conducted using both online and offline method. The participating students have low to average level of proficiency. The results of this study will be used to determine students’ perception towards the use of Kahoot! application in the grammar teaching. Apart from that, the findings of this study will benefit ESL teachers and help them to design more suitable teaching and learning activities to increase students’ understanding and motivate them in learning.
Enhancing Faith Through Interfaith Dialogue: Spreading D’awah Messages on Youtube for a Deeper Understanding
Authors:   Universitas Nasional, Jalan Sawo Manila No 61 Pejaten Pasar Minggu, Purwatiningsih Sri Desti , Nursatyo Nursatyo ,   Universitas Nasional, Jalan Sawo Manila No 61 Pejaten Pasar Minggu
Published: January 2024

The da'wah method is a technique used by debaters, particularly Muslims and Christians, to spread the da'wah message through dialogue and debate on YouTube. The goal of this method is to help listeners and viewers of the YouTube channel understand the objectives of the da'wah message and become more steadfast in their faith, making it more difficult for them to be persuaded to change their religion. To expand their reach and engage more people in the da'wah realm, debaters employ powerful online communication tools like YouTube. The dissemination of the truth through YouTube media in interreligious discourse and debate needs to be organized methodically for the da'wah service to fulfil its mission effectively, be easily understood by the listeners, and serve as a powerful tool for bolstering people's faith. To comprehend the culture of social media users, a qualitative research strategy utilizing netnographic research tools is employed. Social media, specifically YouTube, is the culture being discussed here as a secure platform for information sharing among users. A technique for studying social media user behaviour, in this example on YouTube, is called netnography. The result of this research is debaters attempt to spread da'wah, or good deeds, by encouraging people to follow guidance and goodness and by telling them that doing good deeds will bring them bliss both here on earth and in the hereafter. A technique or path is needed to promote the right and proper comprehension, awareness, appreciation, and application of religious teachings.
The Excellence of Batik Art: Exploring the Impact of Batik Jumputan on Fine Motor Skills in Early Childhood Education
Authors:   Department of Early Childhood Education, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Indonesia, Izzah Nur , Pamungkas Joko ,   Department of Early Childhood Education, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Published: January 2024

The issue of developing hand-eye coordination skills among preschool students has yet to be completely resolved. This research examines the effectiveness of Batik Jumputan as a teaching method to improve students' fine motor skills at the TKIT Alhamdulillah Tamantirto Kasihan Bantul, Yogyakarta. The research employed a qualitative approach, employing participant observation, in-depth interviews, and recording to gather data. The study implemented Batik Jumputan learning in three stages to improve fine motor skills: planning learning objectives, indicators, and materials; implementing learning activities and assessing results; and controlling and following up on learning. The Batik Jumputan lesson was carefully planned and designed by the instructor, laying a solid foundation for students to practice fine motor skills. Students exhibited great enthusiasm, especially when mixing colors and dipping the cloth, demonstrating a strong curiosity. Upon viewing their vibrant creations on the fabric, students appeared happy, thus indicating a strong desire to learn batik. The evaluation noted that each student managed to show fine motor development as expected, even though some students reached a very good level of development. The study revealed that learning to make Batik Jumputan positively affected students' fine motor skills, leading to significant improvements.
Fashion Color in Yoga Community in Indonesia: Yoga Commodification
Authors:   Department of Linguistics, Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung Indonesia, Bayusena Bima , Mahmud Erlina Zulkifli ,   Department of Linguistics, Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung, Indonesia, R. Randy ,   Department of Literature and Cultural Studies, Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung Indonesia
Published: January 2024

As fashion is embodied, all aspects of fashion become a matter of embodied experience, including its color. This qualitative research focused to discuss the interpretation of color choice as a complex matter relating personal, cultural and global myths and beliefs using discourse analysis. The myth of fashion color of yoga maintained in nowadays India Traditional Yoga Schools is compared to the interpretation of daily fashion color for yoga practitioners in Bandung and the fashion color of yoga practitioners participating in FORNAS 2023 when they participated as asana group performers. The result showed that the different myths took place in selecting fashion colors and global commodification occurred as the color choice of modern yoga practitioners tend to follow global trends and even chose colors avoided in the strict tradition of Yoga. The result also suggested that personal color choice on the daily basis was only partly applicable as yoga practitioners also considered conformity with their community through dress code and color choice for special events. The stage performance suggested how yoga in Indonesian leaned largely on global fashion trends and put aside the myth of Hindu traits, replacing it with moslem and national/local cultural identities inserted as attributes in their stage performance fashion. Global color trend of 2023, uniformity of fashion, yoga mat colors, and the use of international brand indicated how yoga in Indonesia has become a part of commodification, with apparent consequences.
Implementasi Standard Operational Procedure (Sop) Terhadap Kinerja Karyawan Di Industri Perbankan ( Study Kasus Bank Bri Unit Otista )
Authors: Rukmana Febi Indriyanti , Khudori M.Heri , . Zaharuddin , Suryati Adelina
Published: January 2024

Employee performance is a critical factor supporting organizational success. The success or failure of an employee is contingent upon adherence to standards that gauge their work and evaluation within the supervisory framework established by the company. This study aimed to assess the impact of standard operating procedures and supervision on the performance of employees at Bank BRI Unit Otista. Employing a quantitative research method with an explanatory approach, data were gathered through a questionnaire. The study revealed a substantial influence of standard operating procedures on employee performance, with supervision also exhibiting a significant impact. Moreover, the combined effect of standard operating procedures and supervision contributed to the overall performance of employees at Bank BRI Unit Otista
A Deep Dive into Amazon Web Services: Unlocking the Potential
Authors:   Manager for Integrations and Master Data, TX, USA, Challa Narayana , Devineni Siva Karthik ,   Senior Data Consultant, MD, USA, Karangara Rajath ,   Technical Project Manager, American Express, USA
Published: January 2024

The advent of cloud computing has revolutionized the landscape of modern technology infrastructures, with Amazon Web Services (AWS) emerging as a dominant cloud player in this arena. The research explores AWS's nuances to unlock its full potential and highlight its transformative benefits for businesses and individuals. By analyzing various AWS features, the study scrutinizes AWS services from their scalability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness perspectives. Research seeks to identify key strategies and best practices for optimally using AWS resources, thus increasing operational efficiency while stimulating innovation. Investigation entails exploring AWS's technological architecture, security protocols, and integration capabilities. In sum, this research serves as an indispensable guide for stakeholders who wish to utilize all aspects of AWS functionalities, fostering a greater appreciation of its power to enhance digital transformation efforts and launch organizations into the era of technological development.
Lifecycle Cost Benefits of PVC-U Pipes in Europe
Authors:   Althesys Strategic Consultants, Milan, Italy, A Marangoni
Published: January 2024

The competitiveness of plastic pipes vs. non plastic pipes for water and sewer networks relies on both a superior performance to cost ratio and environmental benefits that can be offered to the utility industry, across the whole lifecycle of these networks. In order to help the European pipe network owners in selecting most cost-efficient pipe materials, lifecycle cost data comparing PVC-U vs. non plastic pipe materials have been regularly generated and updated since the late 2000’s. These data have been generated using the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) tool, an analysis meant to uncover all the lifetime costs that follow from owning certain kinds of assets. These analyses consider the costs to purchase pipes, install, operate, maintain and dismantle the pipeline. Significant benefits have been evidenced for PVC-U in both the water and the sewer networks. The analyses have demonstrated that the removal and landfilling of PVC-U pipes after use is a significant TCO contributor. The cost benefits of PVC pipe recycling vs. other end of life scenarios (landfilling, incineration) have been estimated in monetary terms, using the Cost Benefit Analysis (CBA) methodology defined by the OECD, and applied on PVC pipes used in water and sewer networks in Germany and Italy
Measuring Online Customer Satisfaction Based on Customer Reviews: Topic Modeling Method Using Latent Dirichlet Allocation (LDA) Algorithm
Authors:   Department Chair for Business and Data Analytics, Wells College, Aurora, New York, USA, S Dhameeth Gehan
Published: January 2024

Companies invest significant resources in retaining their customers. Nonetheless, organizations have witnessed customer attrition due to inadequate loyalty. This trend is particularly prevalent among online customer bases. The root cause of this issue lies in the absence of an effective tool for measuring online customer satisfaction that surpasses the capabilities of existing methods. To address this concern, a quantitative study explored the dimensions of online customer satisfaction measurement and established a model applicable across industries for gauging and predicting online customer satisfaction. This was accomplished by conducting an online survey via SurveyMonkey with 384 respondents, employing supervised and unsupervised machine learning techniques in conjunction with the topic modeling algorithm, Latent Dirichlet Allocation (LDA). The findings of this study revealed a significant relationship between predictor variables such as navigation, playfulness, information quality, trust, personalization, and responsiveness and the target variable, online customer satisfaction, employing multiple linear modeling (LSM). Furthermore, it was observed that this phenomenon transcends age groups, impacting both younger and older customers alike. However, it is essential to acknowledge certain limitations, including the risk of overfitting, challenges in establishing external validity, a narrow focus on the retail sector (B2C), and a restricted scope limited to the United States market.
Correlation between the Profile of Intracranial Hemorrhages Resulting from Traumatic Brain Injury and the Glasgow Outcome Scale (GOS) at Discharge
Authors:   Medical Interns at Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná, Felipe de Natividade Luiz Eduardo Kostin , Bueno Haurani Carolina Louise ,   Medical Interns at Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná, Colaço Bez Giulia Regina ,   Medical Interns at Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná, Formes Dias Júlia ,   Medical Interns at Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná, Fernandes de Souza Porto Letícia ,   Medical Interns at Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná
Published: January 2024

Objectives: To establish a relationship between patient profiles, patterns of intracranial hemorrhage resulting from traumatic brain injury (TBI), and the outcomes measured by GOS. Background: TBI can cause hemorrhages, which exhibit different clinical patterns and imaging findings, typically associated with a worse prognosis. The GOS is an important tool for measuring the functional capacity of post-TBI patients.
Enhancing Effluent Clarity through Bioaugmentation in a Textile Wastewater Treatment Facility
Authors:   BiOWiSH Technologies, USA, Lamba Himanshu Ramesh , M Tapu Emanuel ,   CV Abatemen Karya Bersama, USA
Published: January 2024

This study highlights the outcomes of a bioaugmentation project carried out at prominent textile company based in Surabaya, Java, Indonesia. The primary focus of this study was to address challenges related to biological treatment efficiency of the wastewater treatment plant. Faced with persistent difficulties in attaining optimal biological treatment, the facility extensively depended on chemical treatment strategies to attain desired effluent clarity. Prior to Bioaugmentation, it was observed that the Total Suspended Solids (TSS) in the Clarifier Tank averaged about 300 mg/l. This observation indicated that only approximately 10-15% removal occurred following the biological treatment and settling process in the clarifier. The findings of this study highlights the efficacy of bioaugmentation in enhancing settling rates within the clarifier, thereby contributing to an overall improvement in the plant’s operational efficiency.