bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Seasonal Variation in Water Physical and Chemical Parameters of Gilgit River: A Perspective Study for Organic Agriculture
Authors:   Department of Chemistry, Karakoram International University, University Road, Gilgit-15100, Pakistan, Siraj Ulfat , Shaban Ebtehal Ahmed ,   Beijing Key Laboratory of Ionic Liquids Clean Process, State Key Laboratory of Multiphase Complex System, Institute of Process Engineering Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, PR China, Hussain Abid ,   Beijing Key Laboratory of Ionic Liquids Clean Process, State Key Laboratory of Multiphase Complex System, Institute of Process Engineering Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, PR China, Iqbal Mudassir ,   Department of Chemistry, Karakoram International University, University Road, Gilgit-15100, Pakistan
Published: January 2023

The most important extrinsic demonstrate the present study was to evaluate the seasonal fluctuation in physic-chemical limitation of watercourse. The physico-chemical parameters on the subject of Gilgit-River was studied from July 2019 to March 2020. Four different samples were collected throughout the year at the same location. The parameters like; pH, Temperature, Alkalinity, Electrical Conductivity, Dissolve Oxygen, Total dissolve solids, Calcium-hardness and Total-hardness were determined in the research Lab (SEED LAB) of Karakoram International University. These results were paralleled by means of standards of WHO. From the results the situation was found that most of parameters like pH, Temperature, EC, TDS, and Total-hardness are within the permissible limit of WHO and ICMR while Alkalinity, Ca-hardness and Dissolve oxygen values are not now the acceptable limits specified by WHO and EPA. These result shown the logical calculations of correlation coefficient between the seasonal physicchemical parameters of water.
Water Quality Assessment of Fresh Water Resources in Gilgit Baltistan
Authors:   University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, PR China, Hussain Abid , Shaban Ebtehal Ahmed ,   University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, PR China, Tariq Maryam ,   University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, PR China
Published: January 2023

Water is essential for survival of all living organism present on earth. There is no life without water. Water may be polluted due to anthropological activities, industrial discharge and sewages which affect the physical and chemical properties of water. The safe water is essential for healthy living. The present study area was Gilgit Baltistan. Water samples were collected from the springs, lakes, rivers, tap water and underground water and analyzed for physio chemical parameters. Six different physio chemical parameters were analyzed by using different laboratory methods and procedure. In the present study the value of pH ranged from 5.93-8.09, electrical conductivity 186μS-1444.3μS, total alkalinity 0-1638ppm, Calcium 20-174.6ppm, total dissolved oxygen 7-13.2, total dissolved solid 51.1-461.6, turbidity 0.18-19.86, Magnesium 6.4- 64.4ppm, and Chloride 68.25-191.27. The results obtained were compared with WHO standards for drinking. Some parameters fall within WHO standard while some parameters were exceeding or below permissible limits.
A Major Recessive Gene Associated with Anthracnose (Colletotrichum capsici) Resistance in Chilli Pepper
Authors:   Mohammad Siddiqur Rahman, Senior Scientific Officer, Plant Pathology Division, Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute, Gazipur-1701, Rahman Mohammad Siddiqur , AM Akanda ,   Abdul Mannan Akanda, Professor, Department of Plant Pathology, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University, Gazipur-1706
Published: January 2023

Chilli anthracnose caused by Colletotrichum sp., is an important disease in Bangladesh and many other Asian countries. Recently the local Bangladeshi genotype ‘Comilla-2’ was found resistant to C. capsici. Inheritance of resistant to C. capsici was analyzed in segregating populations derived from a cross of ‘BARI chilli-1’ x ‘Comilla-2’. BARI chilli-1 as susceptible and Comilla-2 as resistant parent was used in the study. Detached matured green fruits were inoculated using the microinjection method. Disease response was evaluated using disease incidence and over all lesion diameter at 8 days after inoculation. The disease reaction of F1 plants in case of disease incidence and overall lesion diameter were clearly skewed to the susceptible parent, with average values of 46.70% and 13.2 mm, respectively. The distribution of disease incidence in the F2 population was skewed toward the susceptible parent and the distribution of overall lesion diameter in the F2 population showed a similar trend. Based on the scale of resistance and susceptibility, less than 25.0% disease incidence or less than 9.0 mm overall lesion diameter were evaluated as resistance. In the cross ‘BARI chilli-1’ x ‘Comilla-2’, the segregation ratios of resistance and susceptibility scored by disease incidence and overall lesion diameter in the F2 , BCr and BCs populations and chi-squared test significantly fitted one recessive gene model i.e. 1:3 Mendelian model. The result indicates that the resistance of ‘Comilla-2’ to C. capsici is controlled by a single recessive gene.
Design and Synthesis of New Compounds Derived from Phenyl Hydrazine and Different Aldehydes as Anticancer Agents
Authors:   Department of Medicinal Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Sinai University, Egypt, M Salem , R Ayyad ,   Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Al-Azhar University, Egypt, H Sakr ,   Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Al-Azhar University, Egypt, A Gaafer ,   Medical Services Sector, Interior Ministry, Egypt
Published: January 2023

In this work we synthesized new derivatives from Phenyl Hydrazine and series of different Aldehydes (derivatives of benzylidenes). The synthesized compounds contain different aromatic Aldehydes which attached by Benzene ring via Hydrazine moiety. These derivatives were characterized by TLC, melting points, Infrared Red, Proton Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, Carbon Thirteen Nuclear Magnetic Resonance and Mass Spectroscopy. Finally, these synthesized derivatives were tested for antiproliferative activity against multiple normal and cancerous cell lines, HepG2 (Liver Cancer) and MCF-7 (Breast Cancer) cell lines were used for cytotoxic assay.
Evaluation of Broiler Meat through Detection of Poisonous Metals (Cr, Cd) Available in Bangladesh
Authors:   Quality Control Laboratory, Department of Livestock Services, Bangladesh, MM Hossain , ASMA Hannan ,   Quality Control Laboratory, Department of Livestock Services, Bangladesh, MM Kamal ,   Quality Control Laboratory, Department of Livestock Services, Bangladesh, MA Hossain ,   Department of Dairy and Poultry Science, Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Chattogram, Bangladesh, S Zaman ,   Department of Poultry Science, Faculty of Veterinary, Animal and Biomedical Sciences, Khulna Agricultural University, Bangladesh
Published: January 2023

The study was undertaken to assess the quality of broiler meat via detection of heavy metal contents. Seven farms were selected randomly from the five divisions of Bangladesh. Broiler meat samples were collected during starting and growing phases of production stage from each of the farms by purchasing to detect the heavy metal contents i.e chromium (Cr) and cadmium (Cd) in this study. A total of 210 meat samples (105 starter and 105 grower) was collected from the selected farms and analyzed to determine the concentration of toxic metals (Cr, Cd) in meat samples. The heavy metal data (Cr, Cd) of broiler starter meat samples from laboratory analyses of five divisions of seven feed mills were unaffected (P>0.05) between treatment. The Cd contents of broiler grower meat samples of five divisions of seven farms together differed significantly (P<0.05) between treatment except for Cr. Significant variation (P<0.01) was observed in the various meat samples of broiler chicken by individual division (Dhaka, Chittagomg). It can be concluded that the quality of broiler meat of different farms appears to be good based on the chemical evaluation, even though variation was found in the toxic metal contents of meat samples. The analyzed concentration of toxic metals in meat samples were within the range or limits of the acceptable level, so no possibility of causing health hazard will create over the consumer world through after consumption of broiler meat.
Effect of Topic Epinephrine on Opioid Consumption in Ear Surgery
Authors:   Department of Anesthesia, Intensive Care Medicine and Pain Medicine, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria, M Prusak , DT Liu ,   Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria, P Emich ,   Department of Anesthesia, Intensive Care Medicine and Pain Medicine, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria, SL König ,   Department of Anesthesia, Intensive Care Medicine and Pain Medicine, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria, M Windpassinger ,   Department of Anesthesia, Intensive Care Medicine and Pain Medicine, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
Published: January 2023

Background and Objectives: Topically applied epinephrine is used routinely in ear surgery to stop bleeding in the operating field. The data on its effect on postoperative pain perception has been missing so far. Materials and Methods: We carried out a single center retrospective cohort study of patients undergoing ear surgery over a period of 12 months. Epinephrine given intraoperatively was compared to piritramide dose given postoperatively. Patients receiving no piritramide intraoperatively were additionally compared to postoperative VAS score. Results: There was no difference in piritramid dose required for pain therapy as well as in VAS score in 230 patients included in the analysis. Conclusions: Epinephrine used in ear surgery has no effect on pain perception and thus may not be taken in consideration in postoperative pain management.
Comparison of Rocuronium-Sugammadex and Succinylcholine during Electroconvulsive Therapy: A Small Observational Case Series Study
Authors:   Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Mohammed V University of Rabat, Morocco, MD Moutaoukil , H Najout ,   Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Mohammed V University of Rabat, Morocco, A Elkoundi ,   Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Mohammed V University of Rabat, Morocco, M Bensghir ,   Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Mohammed V University of Rabat, Morocco
Published: January 2023

Introduction: The use of neuromuscular relaxants is needed in electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) to minimize the convulsive motor activity. Succinylcholine is the most useful and commonly available neuromuscular relaxant agent for ECT. However, rocuronium with subsequent use of sugammadex was proposed for ECT as an alternative to succinylcholine. Methods: A small case series of four patients with major depressive disorder recruited as part of a preliminary study is presented. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of a small dose succinylcholine (0.5 mg/ kg) and rocuronium (0.3 mg/kg)-sugammadex (4 mg/kg) complex on clinical recovery during ECT as well as ECT quality and the incidence of side effects. Results: Forty-eight ECT sessions were conducted in total in the post anesthesia care unit. The mean extent of motor seizure modification score was significantly higher in the group rocuronium-sugammadex (p=0.003). The mean time to resume spontaneous respiration and time to eye opening to verbal command were shorter following rocuronium blockade with 4 mg/ kg of sugammadex compared with succinylcholine (p=0.011 and p=0.028 respectively). Agitation and myalgia were significantly lower in rocuroniumsugammadex group (p=0.043 and p=0.01 respectively). Conclusion: This small case series study demonstrates the efficacy of rocuronium (0.3 mg/kg)–sugammadex (4 mg/kg) as an alternative to succinylcholine (0.5 mg/kg).
193 nm ultraviolet photodissociation for the characterization of singly charged proteoforms generated by MALDI
Authors: Zemaitis Kevin , Zhou Mowei , Kew William , Paša-Tolić Ljiljana
Published: January 2023

MALDI imaging allows for the near-cellular profiling of proteoforms directly from microbial, plant, and mammalian samples. Despite detecting hundreds of proteoforms, identification of unknowns with only intact mass information remains a distinct challenge, even with high mass resolving power and mass accuracy. To this end many supplementary methods have been used to create experimental databases for accurate mass matching, including bulk or spatially re-solved bottom-up and/or top-down proteomics. Herein we describe the application of 193 nm ultraviolet photodissociation (UVPD) for fragmentation of quadrupole isolated singly charged ubiquitin (m/z 8565) by MALDI-UVPD on an UHMR HF Orbitrap. This platform permitted the high-resolution accurate mass measurement of not just terminal fragments, but also large internal fragments. The outlined workflow demonstrates the feasibility of top-down analyses of isolated MALDI protein ions and the potential towards more comprehensive characterization of proteoforms in MALDI imaging applications.
Definition and benchmarking of ab initio fragment methods for accurate excimer potential energy surfaces
Authors: Barcza Bónis , Szirmai Ádám B. , Stanton John F. , Tajti Attila , Szalay Péter G.
Published: January 2023

While Coupled-Cluster methods have been proven to provide an accurate description of excited electronic states, the scaling of the computational costs with the system size limits their applicability. In this study a fragment-based approach is presented which can be applied to non-covalently bound molecules with interacting chromophores localized on the fragments (so called Frankel pairs), such as $\pi$-stacked nucleobases. The interaction of the fragments is considered at two distinct points. First, the states localized on the fragments are described in the presence of the other fragment(s), for which we test two approaches. A QM/MM type method that only includes the electrostatic interaction between the fragments in the electronic structure calculations, while Pauli repulsion and dispersion effects are added separately. The other model, a Projection-based Embedding (PbE) using the Huzinaga equation includes both electrostatic and Pauli repulsion and only needs to be augmented by dispersion interactions. In both schemes the extended Effective Fragment Potential (EFP2) method of Gordon et al.~was found to provide an accurate correction for the missing terms. In the second step, the interaction of the localized chromophores is modeled for a proper description of the excitonic coupling. Here the inclusion of purely electrostatic contributions appears to be sufficient: it is found that the Coulomb part of the coupling, as evaluated using the Transition Density Cube method, provides accurate splitting of the energy of interacting chromophores above 4 \AA\ intermolecular separations.
SEASONAL VARIATION IN WATER QUALITY INDEX OF THE LAKE BOSOMTWE BIOSPHERE RESERVE
Authors: Owusu-Boateng Godfred , Ampofo-Yeboah Akwasi , Kwaku Agyemang Thomas , Sarpong Kofi
Published: January 2023

Lake Bosomtwe has been subjected to anthropogenic perturbations that provide different scales of environmental stimuli in response to seasonal variation. This situation can overwhelm the capacity of lake to mitigate the impact on the water quality. Knowledge of seasonality will enhance the predictability of the water quality trends to advance management of the lake. The seasonal pattern of levels of physicochemical and nutrient parameters was examined, from March 2018 to February 2020, using the Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment Water Quality Index model. Temperature, pH, alkalinity, turbidity, dissolved oxygen, total hardness, total dissolved solids, total suspended solids, biochemical oxygen demand, nitrate, phosphate, sulphate, iron, lead, and zinc were studies. The results showed a decline in water quality from ‘fair’ status in the pre-rainy (65.7%) and rainy (67.2%) seasons through ‘marginal’ in the pre-dry seasons (46.5%) to poor in the dry seasons (44%). The lake is therefore losing its natural protection to the extent of occasional for the pre-rainy and rainy seasons, frequently for pre-dry seasons, and almost all the time for dry season, the period of low lake water volume and availability and hence high dependence. Thus, the threat of human and ecological health hazard associated with aquatic pollution is ordered by seasonality; being heightened in the dry season with alkalinity, sulphate, iron, temperature, total suspended solids and turbidity as the parameters of more concern. This provides adequate ground for a call for elaborate and systematic plan of action to manage the lake for sustainability.
A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW ON JOINT FOREST MANAGEMENT (JFM) RESOLUTION, 2011 AND ITS AMENDMENT, 2015 IN ODISHA, INDIA
Authors: Swain Ajit Kumar
Published: January 2023

This paper reviews rules and regulations implemented by introducing a state policy of Joint Forest Management (JFM) in the forest fringe villages of Odisha, a coastal state of India. It critiques the guidelines and amendments associated with JFM in Odisha that seem not to be examined previously. Several questions are revealed right here relating to the formation of an institution like Vana Surakhya Samiti (VSS) or Eco Development Committee (EDC), the role of villagers, community members, and the Forest Department in building these institutions at the local level, the meetings, resolutions needed, people of the village associated, MOU required between a Divisional Forest Office and these institutions following the resolution of JFM, 2011 and amendments of 2015, and so on. This comparison of the resolution and amendments concludes; that the participation of villagers increases with the initiatives of the JFM in the protection of their own area. JFM has a larger role function in building trust among the forest department officials and villagers of the nearby forest. The necessary modifications in the JFM amendment, of 2015 have made the financial processes transparent, the inter-village and intra-village conflicts are reduced to different projects implemented following this JFM policy. The forest fringe village individuals and their participation in managing the forest resources is a mandatory need. JFM has catered to these needs with different resolutions and amendments. It has not only helped the Government to manage the forest resources in a sustainable way but also enhanced the livelihood of the people making their future better.
STUDY OF THE PHENOMENON OF DEPLETION OF MEDICINAL AND AROMATIC PLANTS IN THE ROSARY REGION
Authors: Muhammad Al-Hamali Mabrouka Suleiman
Published: January 2023

The study targeted medicinal and aromatic plants in the Al-Wardia region located in the Green Mountain in northeastern Libya, where the plants in them were counted and the most commonly used medicinal and aromatic plants in folk medicine were evaluated, and 70 types of medicinal plants were collected in the study area. Through a survey of these plants and their distribution to the local population and perfumers within the study area and the application of statistical analysis, it was found that the most used medicinal and aromatic plants are Thymus capitatus L, Salvia fruticosa L, Retama raetum (Forsk.) Webb, Helichrysum stoechas (L.) Monch., Peganum hamala L, Chamomilla aurea (Loefl.) Gax ex Cossn & kralik . Ziziphus lotus (L.) lam Salvia fruticosa L Ceratonia siliqua L. Helichrysum stoechas (L.) Monch The study Where the study showed that the estimated quantities sold of them ranged from the apple and the Shahi apple per year, which is equivalent to its value 3000,2400 dl, in addition to knowing its anatomical structure using the Libyan flora.
Assessing the Impact of Tableware and its Influence on the Fine Dining Experience
Authors: Nazri Haslinda Md. , Zali Madya Dr. Abdul Aziz B. Zalay , Ibrahim Noor Aileen
Published: January 2023

Objective: This research aims to study the influence of ceramic tableware in the fine dining industry and the experience of diners towards the design of the product. The final stage plays an important role in evaluating the emotional responses of diners towards the aesthetical values of the product which will be measured based on the user’s experience (UX). UX is crucial in determining the success or failure of a product in the market. Therefore, the UX factor will determine the level of success of a product in the market. 

 Methodology: this study will focus on the experience of the diner based on the theory of Findings: Norman’s Three Level of Design. Emotion refers to the feelings felt by humans.

The succes of a product is not merely dependent on the advantages and great design of the product. However, the success of a product in the market is assured when it it based on the 7 UX factors which include: usefulness, usability, availability, accesibility, reliability, value, fulfilling the current demands and needs as well as comprehensibilty. 

Implications: Chefs have to be creative in creating a menu that will reflect a unique dining experience through the attractive and special presentation of the meals provided. The elite category of diners does not put an emphasis on price rather they are focused on gaining the ideal fine dining experience which not only has the perfect ambience but also create an unforgettable memory.
Enfermería en Salud Familiar y Comunitaria
Authors: Pacurucu Avila Nube Johanna , Merchán Coronel María Graciela , Mesa Cano Isabel Cristina , Cobos Alvarracin Marcia Yoland , Espinoza Aguirre Karina Mercedes , Pesántez Calle María Fernanda , Rodríguez Quezada Fanny Cecilia , Guapacasa Yanza Ana Beatriz , Puente Arroyo Anita del Carmen , Siguenza Pacheco Marco Antonio
Published: January 2023

Los enfermeros familiares y comunitarios promueven la salud mental, física y social de una comunidad. Desempeñan el papel de consejeros familiares, profesores e enfermeros, por lo que proporcionan mucho más que asistencia sanitaria básica. Visitan a las personas en sus hogares, cubriendo normalmente el área local de un médico de familia. También pueden realizar sesiones clínicas e informativas en centros médicos o de salud locales. Una de sus responsabilidades es comprobar el desarrollo de bebés y niños a través de sus visitas y sesiones clínicas. Asumen la responsabilidad del matrón y la mantienen hasta que los niños llegan a la edad de empezar la escuela (momento en que el enfermero escolar toma el control). Los enfermeros familiares y comunitarios aconsejan a los padres y cuidadores sobre el desarrollo normal de los niños, sobre cuestiones relacionadas con la alimentación, la seguridad, el juego y la estimulación. Se encargan de realizar clases y sesiones clínicas como, por ejemplo, consultas de salud infantil y clases de preparto y postparto. Pueden estar vinculados a la supervisión del médico de familia o a clínicas o centros médicos. Algunos enfermeros familiares y comunitarios proporcionan servicios de vacunación para niños en clínicas o centros médicos. Mientras que una gran parte de su trabajo se realiza con niños de preescolar y ancianos, también dan asistencia a personas de todas las edades y lidian con una amplia variedad de cuestiones. Por ejemplo, cuidan y dan soporte a personas inhabilitadas o con enfermedades crónicas, lo que les facilita la vida en su hogar. Un ejemplo del aspecto emocional y mental del trabajo puede ser hablar con una madre con depresión postparto, o aconsejar a ex parejas de alguien a quien se le ha diagnosticado VIH. Los enfermeros familiares y comunitarios deben ser capaces de notar cambios en la salud o el comportamiento de sus pacientes. También deben detectar problemas familiares, como el abuso infantil. Trabajan como parte de un equipo que incluye pedicuros, enfermeros de salud mental, médicos de familia y ergoterapeutas. Están en contacto con organizaciones de asesoramiento legal o de servicios sociales. Suelen investigar temas de salud local y proporcionan educación sanitaria. Recopilan y usan información sobre problemas sociales y sanitarios de la población local y planifican la mejor forma de afrontarlos. Deben elaborar informes y registros precisos.
Detecting early signals of COVID-19 outbreaks in 2020 in small areas by monitoring healthcare utilisation databases: first lessons learned from the Italian Alert_CoV project
Authors: Merlo Ivan , Crea Mariano , Berta Paolo , Ieva Francesca , Carle Flavia , Rea Federico , Porcu Gloria , Savaré Laura , De Maio Raul , Villa Marco , Cereda Danilo , Leoni Olivia , Bortolan Francesco , Sechi Giuseppe Maria , Bella Antonino , Pezzotti Patrizio , Brusaferro Silvio , Blangiardo Gian Carlo , Fedeli Massimo , Corrao Giovanni ,   on behalf of the Italian Alert_CoV Project group
Published: January 2023

Background

During the COVID-19 pandemic, large-scale diagnostic testing and contact tracing have proven insufficient to promptly monitor the spread of infections.

Aim

To develop and retrospectively evaluate a system identifying aberrations in the use of selected healthcare services to timely detect COVID-19 outbreaks in small areas.

Methods

Data were retrieved from the healthcare utilisation (HCU) databases of the Lombardy Region, Italy. We identified eight services suggesting a respiratory infection (syndromic proxies). Count time series reporting the weekly occurrence of each proxy from 2015 to 2020 were generated considering small administrative areas (i.e. census units of Cremona and Mantua provinces). The ability to uncover aberrations during 2020 was tested for two algorithms: the improved Farrington algorithm and the generalised likelihood ratio-based procedure for negative binomial counts. To evaluate these algorithms’ performance in detecting outbreaks earlier than the standard surveillance, confirmed outbreaks, defined according to the weekly number of confirmed COVID-19 cases, were used as reference. Performances were assessed separately for the first and second semester of the year. Proxies positively impacting performance were identified.

Results

We estimated that 70% of outbreaks could be detected early using the proposed approach, with a corresponding false positive rate of ca 20%. Performance did not substantially differ either between algorithms or semesters. The best proxies included emergency calls for respiratory or infectious disease causes and emergency room visits.

Conclusion

Implementing HCU-based monitoring systems in small areas deserves further investigations as it could facilitate the containment of COVID-19 and other unknown infectious diseases in the future.
Increase in invasive group A streptococcal (Streptococcus pyogenes) infections (iGAS) in young children in the Netherlands, 2022
Authors: de Gier Brechje , Marchal Niek , de Beer-Schuurman Ilse , te Wierik Margreet , Hooiveld Mariëtte ,   ISIS-AR Study Group,   GAS Study group, de Melker Hester E. , van Sorge Nina M.
Published: January 2023

In 2022, a sevenfold increase in the number of notifiable invasive Streptococcus pyogenes (iGAS) infections among children aged 0–5 years was observed in the Netherlands compared with pre-COVID-19 pandemic years. Of 42 cases in this age group, seven had preceding or coinciding varicella zoster infections, nine were fatal. This increase is not attributable to a specific emm type. Vigilance for clinical deterioration as iGAS sign is warranted in young children, especially those with varicella zoster infection.
Increase in invasive group A streptococcal infection notifications, England, 2022
Authors: Guy Rebecca , Henderson Katherine L , Coelho Juliana , Hughes Helen , Mason Emily L , Gerver Sarah M , Demirjian Alicia , Watson Conall , Sharp Ashley , Brown Colin S , Lamagni Theresa
Published: January 2023

Increases in invasive group A streptococcal (iGAS) infection and associated deaths, particularly in children, above seasonally expected levels are being seen this season (772 notifications reported in weeks 37 to 48 in 2022) across England. Diagnoses of iGAS infection from lower respiratory tract specimens in children under 15 years increased to 28% in November 2022. Medical practitioners have been alerted to the exceptional increase in incidence, including unusual numbers of children presenting with pulmonary empyema.
Transpersonal Psychology and Maulawiyyah Sufi Dance in an Effort "Taqarrub" to Allah Swt
Authors: Badridduja Faiz , Mustikaningwang Lanjar , Alfayyadl Ahmad Fasya , Subaidi
Published: January 2023

This article tries to reveal and describe one of the many ways to get closer to Allah Swt., namely through a less common path; the art of dance. This way is considered unique because the combination of dance is accompanied by dhikr and beautiful things are heard in the ears of the salik when the ritual occurs, salik here is also a special dancer who has received a mandate from the mursyid. In addition, the "taqarrub" effort is collaborated with transpersonal psychology where the Sufi Maulawiyyah dance is considered a spiritual experience in order to gain His pleasure. The research method used in this article is to use the library research method or library research, whether it comes from books or scientific journals that have a relationship or relationship in the main discussion of this research, while the type or nature in writing this article is descriptive analysis with an analytical approach. theoretical normative. Based on the findings here, the results of the discussion are considered capable of accommodating the Sufis, especially those who are of the Maulawiyyah sect who came from Turkiye and then spread to various countries including Indonesia, besides that this also proves that in classical Islam they are able to adapt or integrate with the development of the times, especially the development of the art world so as to add and complete insight into intellectual property and social sciences.
Terapi Menulis Sebagai Media Muhasabah Untuk Menurunkan Tingkat Stres
Authors: Himawanti Izza
Published: January 2023

Mahasiswa sering kali dihadapkan oleh berbagai stressor baik internal maupun eksternal, antara lain seperti konflik tengan teman, keluarga, kekasih, masalah keuangan, kesulitan mengatur waktu, tugas-tugas akademik, kesehatan, gambaran tubuh yang tidak ideal, transportasi, dan lain sebagainya. Stressor inilah yang akan menjadi penyebab tingginya tingkat stres pada mahasiswa. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh terapi menulis sebagai media muhasabah dalam menurunkan tingkat stres pada mahasiswa. Terapi menulis dilakukan selama lima hari berturut-turut, dengan menggunakan indikator muhasabah dan teknik-teknik terapi menulis secara psikologis. Metode penelitian pre-experimental, dengan pre and post-test one group design. Variabel terikat pada penelitian ini adalah tingkat stres pada mahasiswa, sedangkan variabel bebas merupakan perlakukan yang diberikan yaitu terapi menulis sebagai media muhasabah. Subjek penelitian berjumlah 88 mahasiswa, dengan kriteria mahasiswa aktif UIN KH. Abdurrahman Wahid, telah mengalami pembelajaran online dan offline dan bersedia pro aktif mengikuti seluruh rangkaian terapi, subjek dipilih dengan cluster random sampling. Teknik pengumpulan data dengan menggunakan skala stres dan uji hipotesis menggunakan uji-t, berdasarkan hasil uji statistik parametrik uji-t seperti diperoleh signifikansi uji-t sebesar 0,001 dimana lebih kecil dari 0,05. Maka, hal ini menunjukkan bahwa melalui terapi menulis sebagai media muhasabah dapat memberikan pengaruh positif terhadap penurunan tingkat stres mahasiswa.
Konsep Tasawuf Menurut Imam Al-Ghazali
Authors: Fasya Adib Aunillah
Published: January 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menjabarkan konsep tasawuf yang dirumuskan oleh Imam al-Ghazali. Dalam dunia Islam, Imam al-Ghazali dikenal sebagai salah satu tokoh yang sangat berpengaruh dalam perkembangan dunia tasawuf. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah kualitatif dengan jenis studi kepustakaan (library research). Sumber data diambil dari buku, jurnal, artikel, dan referensi lain yang berkaitan. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah konsep tasawuf dari Imam Al-Ghazali bermakna keikhlasan kepada Allah dan pergaulan yang baik dengan sesama manusia. Tasawuf mengandung dua unsur. Pertama, hubungan manusia dengan Tuhan dan hubungan manusia. Kedua, hubungan itu didasarkan pada moralitas. Hubungan dengan Allah didasarkan pada keikhlasan (ketulusan niat), yang ditandai dengan meniadakan kepentingan diri dari pemenuhan perintah Allah. Kemudian, ketika hubungan manusia didasarkan pada etika sosial maka salah satu yang dilakukan adalah menempatkan kepentingan orang lain di atas kepentingan pribadi selama kepentingan tersebut tidak bertentangan dengan hukum Syariah. Karena menurut Imam Al-Ghazali, siapapun yang menyimpang dari syariat bukanlah seorang sufi. Jika dia mengaku sebagai sufi, klaimnya adalah dusta. Imam al-Ghazali menyentuh tiga masalah tasawuf, yakni merebut kembali disiplin tasawuf dari unsur-unsur spiritual yang jauh tidak terkait dengan ajaran Islam sehingga tasawuf pada akhirnya sesuai dengan hukum Islam, mensintesakan moderasi dan keseimbangan antara nilai-nilai fiqih (syariah) dan tasawuf yang sebelumnya kontradiktif, dan melanjutkan kontribusi sebelumnya yakni berhasil menetapkan tasawuf sebagai aspek spiritual doktrin Islam, di mana itu diterima secara luas oleh komunitas Muslim. Konsep dan pengaruh al-Ghazal tersebar luas di komunitas Muslim Sunni di Timur Tengah dan di berbagai negara termasuk Indonesia.
The Concept of Ma’rifatun Nafs and Self Knowledge: Comparative Study of the Thoughts of Al Ghazali and Sigmund Freud
Authors: Nafi Muhammad , Mulyani Fitri Tiara , Afifah Fitria Nur
Published: January 2023

Self-knowledge is a successful understanding of important things about oneself which helps in efforts to build a good and positive attitude towards oneself, to accept and develop oneself. The main attention is directed to the introduction of personality, recognition of self-potential and being able to map oneself regarding one's own strengths and weaknesses. The understanding of self-knowledge can be found in many perspectives, this time it will be discussed according to Al Ghazali's view from an Islamic point of view, and from a psychological perspective, namely Sigmund Freud, both of whom have something in common with their thoughts. The purpose of this research is to know the concept of ma'rifatun nafs and self-knowledge according to Al-Ghazali and Sigmund Freud, both of whom are figures of psychology from Eastern and Western cultures who have different characteristics. This type of research is library research with primary and secondary data collection methods and documentation. Data analysis used qualitative analysis. The results of the study stated that ma'rifatun nafs according to Al Ghazali includes three human characteristics, namely shifatul baha'im, shifatusy syayathin, and shifatul malaikah. Meanwhile, according to Sigmund Freud, self-knowledge by understanding one's psychological processes includes the conscious, preconscious, and unconscious levels. Ways to know yourself include self-introspection, knowing your outer self, knowing your inner self, always remembering the purpose of creation, monitoring yourself and asking for the opinions of others.
Impact of COVID-19 Healthcare Policies on Postpartum Depression
Authors: Browning Hannah
Published: January 2023

This paper reviewed changes and effects of postpartum mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. A comprehensive literature review presents topics related to postpartum depression and mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. Policies established during the COVID-19 pandemic affecting postpartum women were analyzed using Russell and Fawcett’s Conceptual Model of Nursing and Health Policy (2005). During this analysis, potential policy impacts on postpartum mental health are discussed. The primary aim of this paper is to review care delivery changes that impacted postpartum mental health, changes to care that can potentially be made in the future to lessen that impact, and factors that need to be considered when making policy changes during a time of health crisis.
Havaalanı Personeli Sertifika Eğitimlerinin Önemi: SHT/HAD Kapsamında Eğitim Yetkilendirme ve Planlama Akış Şeması
Authors: YARICI Sedef , DURMAZ Vildan , YAZGAN Ebru
Published: January 2023

Havaalanı faaliyetleri teknik donanımlı, sertifikalı personelin ön planda olduğu havayolu taşımacılığı sektörünün önemli alt sistemlerinden birini oluşturmaktadır. İnsan kaynağının etkin ve verimli bir şekilde yönetilmesinde hizmet içi personel eğitimi kritik bir öneme sahip olup işletme faaliyetlerinin sürdürülebilirliğini olumlu yönde etkilemektedir. Bu eğitimlerin gerçekleştirilmesi havaalanı faaliyetleri için hem yasal hem operasyonel açıdan gerekli bir durumu ortaya koymaktadır. Havaalanları gelişen teknoloji ile birlikte, değişen iç ve dış çevre koşullarına uyum göstermek zorundadır. Bu sebeple, güncel bilgilerle desteklenerek kurum içerisinde faaliyet gösteren personelin gerekli eğitimleri alması zoruludur. Bu çalışmada, havaalanı operasyonlarının her aşamasında farklı statülerde bulunan personele alanlarına ilişkin eğitim vermek için yetki alınması ve eğitim sürecinin işleyişini adım adım açıklayan akış şeması, mevcut mevzuat ve bu alanda çalışan uzman kişilerin görüşleri alınarak geliştirilmiştir. Geliştirilen akış şeması ile sertifikalı eğitimlerin verilmesine ilişkin yetkilendirilme sürecini ele alan ilgili ulusal düzenlemeleri anlama kolaylığı amaçlanmış ve bu eğitim yetkisini almak isteyen diğer örgütler için farkındalık oluşturulmuştur
Mikro Mekanlarda İç Mekan Ergonomisi
Authors: KURNALI Melih
Published: January 2023

Mikro Mimarlık, yeni olmamasına rağmen son yıllarda literatürde ve popüler kültürdeki yerini sağlamlaştırarak ön plana çıkmakta olan bir kavramdır. Minimum standartlarla, maksimum işlevin sunulması temeline dayanan mimarlık yaklaşımının sonucu olan bu kavram, bazı kaynaklarda Japon bonsai sanatına benzetilmektedir. Bonsai normal bir ağacın özel tekniklerle minimum ölçekte yetiştirilmesidir. Amacı; ağacın hiçbir özelliğini kaybetmeden yalnızca boyutlarını küçültmektir. Mikro Mimarlık da aynı şekilde mimarlığın işlevinden kaybetmeden minimumda yaşam prensibiyle mekanlar üretmeyi amaçlamaktadır. Bu çalışma, mikro mekanların uygulanmış örneklerini inceleyerek, ergonomik standartların bu tip mekanlarda ne seviyede gerçekleştirilebildiğini incelemeyi amaçlamaktadır. Mikro mekanlar işlev yoğunluğunun arasında ergonominin minimum standartlarını sağlayarak işlevleri tam anlamıyla yerine getiren mekanlar olarak mı karşımıza çıkmaktadır? İç mekan ergonomisi, işlevsellik ve kullanıcı konforu bağlamında kritik bir konudur. Ergonomik standartlara uymayan bir iç mekanın sağlıklı şekilde kullanılması mümkün değildir. Bu bağlamda mikro mekanlardan mikro konutlar üzerinde bir inceleme yapılmış ve temel mekan işlevlerinin boyut ve standartlarına yönelinmiştir. Konutların temel işlev alanları, mimarlığın gelişimi boyunca üzerlerinde çalışılmış ve kullanım ölçüleri günümüz için belirli standartlara ulaştırılmıştır. Standartların minimum değerleri alınarak, mikro konut mekanlarının bu standartlara uyumu sorgulanmıştır. Böylece mikro mekanların işlevselliklerine yönelik çıkarımlarda da bulunulabilecektir. Standartlara uymayan mekan tasarımlarının belirlenmesi, gelecek yapımlar için altlığı oluşturmakta öncü olacak, yeni mekanlar üretilirken temel bilgileri sağlayacaktır.
İstatistiksel Veri Analizi ile Çalışma Salonu Memnuniyet Ölçümü Üzerine Bir Uygulama
Authors: TEBRİZCİK Semra , AKTEPE Adnan , ERSÖZ Süleyman , GÜLER Erol Çağatay , YOLBİLİR Buğrahan , UZUN Barancan
Published: January 2023

Bu çalışmada, bir üniversitede öğrencilerin kullanmış oldukları çalışma salonu ergonomik faktörler dikkate alınarak, salonu kullanan öğrencilerin memnuniyeti analiz edilmeye çalışılmaktadır. Araştırmada örneklemi oluşturan öğrencilere anket uygulamasıyla 5’li likert ölçeği kullanılarak sorular hazırlanmış ve çevrimiçi ulaştırılmıştır. Anket soruları çalışma salonunda kullanılan masalar, sandalyeler, lavabolar gibi ortak kullanılan alanlar ve ekipmanlar, güvenlik açısından kamera sistemleri ve güvenliği, teknolojik anlamda yeterliliği, ders çalışmaya uygun sessizliği, ışıklandırmaları, temizliği, özellikle günümüzde önemi artan çalışma salonunun havalandırma sistemi, sıcaklığı ve öğrencilerin oturma alanlarının yeterliliği ve randevu sisteminin kullanılabilirliği koşulları için öğrencilerin memnuniyetlerini sorgulamak üzere 8 soru hazırlanmıştır. Anket verileri SPSS paket programına aktarılıp Çok Değişkenli İstatistiksel Analiz yöntemleri, Faktör Analizi, Korelasyon ve Çoklu Regresyon analizleri yapılarak sonuçlar değerlendirilmiştir. Sonuçlar çalışma salonundaki memnuniyetsizliğin büyük ölçüde teknolojik yetersizlik ve temizlik koşullarından kaynaklandığını ortaya koymaktadır. Analiz sonuçları doğrultusunda ortaya çıkan yetersizlikler ve çözüm yolları çalışma salonu yetkilileriyle değerlendirilerek yapılabilecek iyileştirme önerileri görüşülüp çözümün uygulanması için takvim oluşturulmuştur.
Kelimpahan dan Keanekaragaman Collembola dan Hubungannya dengan Tingkat Kesuburan Tanah Lahan Percontohan Reklamasi Tambang Timah Desa Bukit Layang, Bangka
Authors: Irwanto Riko , Chairunnisa Frista , Apriyadi Rion
Published: January 2023

Pulau Bangka merupakan penghasil timah terbesar di Indonesia, didominasi dengan tambang darat. Berbagai program reklamasi lahan bekas tambang timah telah dilakukan di pulau Bangka, dan untuk memantau keberhasilannya diperlukan indikator-indikator yang mencirikan perbaikan kualitas tanah. Salah satu bioindikator yang memiliki potensi sebagai indikator keberhasilan program reklamasi adalah komunitas mesofauna tanah, seperti Collembola (Ekor pegas). Penelitian lebih lanjut dan variasi korelasi data diperlukan untuk mendukung pernyataan tersebut. Penelitian ini menghitung kelimpahan, keanekaragaman, kekayaan jenis, kemerataan jenis, dan dominansi jenis Collembola yang dihubungkan dengan beberapa parameter kesuburan tanah. Lokasi penelitian merupakan lahan percontohan reklamasi tambang timah darat aluvial “Air Kundur 3”. Collembola yang ditemukan berjumlah 7 famili sebanyak 6.642 invidu. Lahan Reklamasi Air Kundur 3 berdasarkan parameter C-Organik, Kapasitas Tukar Kation, dan Kejenuhan Basa termasuk kategori kesuburan rendah. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan  bahwa peningkatan nilai indeks keanekaragaman, kekayaan dan kemerataan jenis diikuti dengan peninggatan parameter C-Organik, Kapasitas Tukar Kation, ketebalan dan berat kering serasah. Peningkatan Kelimpahan relatif dan dominansi Collembola diikuti dengan penurunan indeks keanekaragaman, kekayaan dan nilai kemerataan jenis. Penelitian ini memperkuat dugaan bahwa Indeks keanekaragaman, kekayaan, dan kemerataan jenis Collembola berpotensi dapat digunakan sebagai indikator kesuburan tanah reklamasi lahan pascatambang timah.
Strategi Pengendalian Konversi Lahan Sawah untuk Mempertahankan Swasembada Pangan di Kabupaten Toba
Authors: Manalu Tugma Jaya , Panuju Dyah Retno , Sudadi Untung
Published: January 2023

Krisis pangan menjadi isu penting yang dihadapi banyak negara, salah satunya Indonesia. Konversi lahan sawah menyebabkan penurunan produksi beras di berbagai wilayah seperti di Kabupaten Toba. Konversi lahan sawah perlu dikendalikan secara strategis untuk mempertahankan eksistensinya sebagai area produksi pangan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk: 1) mengidentifikasi isu konversi, ketersediaan, dan kebutuhan beras, 2) mengindentifikasi faktor kekuatan, kelemahan, peluang, dan ancaman (faktor SWOT) pengendalian konversi lahan sawah, 3) menyusun strategi pengendalian konversi lahan sawah di Kabupaten Toba. Faktor SWOT diidentifikasi melalui metode desktriptif, studi pustaka, dan wawancara. Strategi pengendalian dianalisis menggunakan metode Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) dan Strenghts, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT). Hasil penelitian diperoleh bahwa ketersediaan beras turun sebesar 7,030 ton dan kebutuhan naik sebesar 4,001 ton pada periode 2010-2020 disebabkan konversi lahan sawah sebesar 3,529 ha dan peningkatan jumlah penduduk. Faktor kekuatan utama dalam pengendalian konversi lahan sawah yaitu kesesuaian lahan padi, kelemahan utama yaitu tingkat pendidikan rendah sampai sedang, peluang utama yaitu aksesibilitas mendukung, dan acaman utama yaitu PERDA LP2B belum ditetapkan. Prioritas utama strategi pengendalian konversi lahan sawah di Kabupaten Toba yaitu penyusunan PERDA LP2B, memberikan bantuan input produksi kepada petani, dan mengalokasikan dana APBD pada sektor pertanian untuk pembangunan infrastruktur pertanian.
ESTUDO DA REUTILIZAÇÃO DO RESÍDUO DA LAPIDAÇÃO DE GRANILITE EM SUBSTITUIÇÃO AO AGREGADO MIÚDO NATURAL EM ARGAMASSAS
Authors: Silva Lorena Araújo , Santos Igor S. , Pacheco Kristian Daniel. F. , Cavalcante Ana Cecília. V. , Freitas Hevesllayne K. G.
Published: January 2023

A substituição de agregados naturais por reciclados em argamassas é uma alternativa para
combater os impactos ambientais gerados pela construção civil. Assim, este trabalho avaliou
a viabilidade técnica da substituição parcial do agregado miúdo natural por resíduo da
lapidação de piso de granilite (RLG) em argamassas. Para esta análise, foram produzidas três
misturas, sendo uma referência (REF) e as demais substituições de 10% e 20% da massa de
areia por RLG. Observou-se redução da trabalhabilidade e aumento em 13% e 10% de
resistência. Desta forma, o emprego de RLG mostra-se viável, desde que haja um controle no
processo de dosagem.
Suinocultura
Authors: Rodrigues Amanda Balbino da Cruz
Published: January 2023

O livro é um conjunto de artigos sobre a criação de suínos, descreve toda trajetória da gestação ao processamento da carne, destaca normas, padrões e cuidados necessários em todas as instalações, aponta muitos detalhes sobre este negócio promissor, e como obter sucesso na criação deste animal.
Awareness of injury among young athletic in western region of Saudi Arabia
Authors: AlFawaz Saad S
Published: January 2023

The subject of injury awareness has largely received wide concern among the current scholarly studies and relevant work particularly in the developed contexts, thus this current study aims to investigate this topic with more focus on a developing setting of Saudi Arabia for further exploration the importance role of level having adequate knowledge and awareness of different sports injuries among young athletes in the area of western region of Saudi Arabia. The study was a descriptive nature and used the survey questionnaire for data collected purposes from different location in western region of Saudi Arabia for further perceptions in this topic. A total of 257 sample participated in this study with a response rate of 83%. The results revealed the young athletes had adequate awareness and knowledge about the injury rehabilitation and preventive exercise under professional supervision. The study provided practical implications that indicated the need to aware with the significance role of providing medical and injury therapy rehabilitation, which enable the athletes recognized to the best methods handling and treating the different types of injuries while sports activities and competition to minimize the risks of having serious injuries.