bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Increasing Community Capacity through the Disaster Resilient Village Program (Keltana) in Biawu Village, Gorontalo City
Authors: Thalib Tety , Rachman Ellys , Nggilu Rukiah
Published: November 2023

In developing disaster resilient villages/sub-districts, stakeholders must conduct studies regarding disaster risks in their villages/sub-districts. The aim of this research is to analyze increasing community capacity through the disaster resilient subdistrict program (Keltana). The methods used are observation, discussion, socialization and evaluation methods. It is hoped that the results of the community service that has been carried out will provide a more specific understanding regarding the Disaster Resilient Village program and increase the community's capacity to remain active in protecting the environment, responding to factors that cause disasters or adopting disaster preparedness, disaster mitigation, disaster triage, basic life support. (BHD), evacuation or handling of refugees and disaster victims. This activity specifically explains how to overcome flood disasters by strengthening community capacity so that it runs effectively and efficiently.
Empowering Fish Cultivator Groups in Water-Minimum Areas by Cultivating Ospronemous gouramy Fish in Probiotic Media Tarpaulin Ponds in Asahduren Village, Jembrana Regency, Bali Province
Authors: Arya I Wayan , Sugiana I Gusti Gurah , Sadguna I Dewa Nyoman , Sudiarta I Gede , Pangemanan N. Pangki
Published: November 2023

This National Community Partnership Program (PKM) is a collaboration between Warmadewa University, Denpasar and Sam Ratulangi University, Manado with partner fish cultivator group (Pokdakan) "Mina Dewata" in Asahduren Village, Pekutatan District, Jembrana, Bali. This PKM aims to optimize the use of water and land resources while increasing Pokdakan productivity by cultivating gourami fish in tarpaulin ponds with probiotic media. The cultivation container is in the form of a tarpaulin pond with water media treated with probiotics, so that it saves water and the water quality remains healthy for the growth of gourami fish. The program is implemented using the applied study method, including: 1) Cultivating gourami fish in tarpaulin ponds with probiotic media; and 2) Increasing the capacity and competence of Pokdakan. In this initial stage, the group has succeeded in creating 4 cultivation ponds out of the 12 planned ponds.
Enhancement of Knowledge Regarding Worm Diseases in Sungai Madang Village, Sungai Tabuk District, South Kalimantan
Authors: Hayatie Lisda , Nur'amin Hendra Wana , Wydiamala Erida , Isnaini  , Wardatina Hilma , Putri Kartika Veranisa , Novitasari Ika , Budiarman Andi Azizah M
Published: November 2023

Sungai Madang Village, located in Sungai Tabuk District, poses a heightened risk of intestinal worm infections due to its proximity to the river. Many residents lack awareness of these infections. Thus, our community service initiative focuses on providing essential health information about worm infections, including risk factors, consequences, and prevention through deworming medications. Our methods involve discussions, lectures, and interactive Q&A sessions. Evaluation includes pre- and post-test assessments, with 39 participants, mainly housewives, involved. In conclusion, our community service significantly increased participants' worm infection knowledge by 59%. We aim to empower households, especially housewives, to better protect their families against worm infections.
PKM Superior Village Chicken Breeding Business Using the Crossbreeding Method in Lepo-Lepo Village, Baruga District, Kendari City
Authors: Badaruddin Rusli , Sandiah Natsir , Saili Takdir , Auza Fuji Astuti , Zulkarnain Deki , Munadi La Ode Muh.
Published: November 2023

UHO Internal Community Partnership Program (PKMI-UHO) activities carried out by the Faculty of Animal Husbandry Lecturer Team are located in Lepo-Lepo Village, Baruga District, Kendari City. Introducing superior free-range chicken breeding techniques through the cross-breeding method to local chicken breeders in Lepo-Lepo Village, Baruga District. This is intended so that breeders can run their livestock businesses in a more focused and coordinated manner. Introducing how to make free-range chicken feed from existing feed ingredients and introducing artificial insemination techniques for free-range chickens which include techniques for storing chicken semen and deposition of semen into the reproductive tract of female chickens. Introducing how to operate a hatching machine properly and correctly. Introducing farmers to vaccinations to prevent disease and treatment of free-range chickens so that livestock productivity is more optimal.
Increasing the Income of the Lawoila Village Community Through the Business of Cultivating Superior Village Chickens
Authors: Saili Takdir , Fahyuddin  , Asminaya Nur Santy , Badaruddin Rusli , Syamsuddin  , Munadi La Ode Muh.
Published: November 2023

Community service activities carried out by a team of lecturers from the Faculty of Animal Husbandry which are integrated with the Thematic KKN program from the Research and Community Service Institute (LPPM) of Halu Oleo University in 2023 will be carried out in Lawoila Village, Konda District, South Konawe Regency. Introducing livestock farmer group organizational management techniques to chicken breeders in Lawoila Village, Konda District. This is intended so that breeders can run their livestock businesses in a more focused and coordinated manner. Introducing environmental management and livestock health so that the surrounding area is clean and healthy and introduces treatment techniques and vaccinations for livestock. Introduce a good maintenance and cage management system. Introducing feed to chicken farmers in Lawoila Village so that livestock needs can be met so that livestock productivity is more optimal. Introducing systems, chicken marketing strategies.
Batari Training (Batik Gutta Tamarind and Ecoprinting) to Improve Vocational Skills of Learners at Anavah Homeschooling
Authors: Agustin Anik , Widodo Bagas Setyo Ari , Prayogo Danang Aji , Wijayanti Elfrida , Fajriyah Lu’lu’atur Rizky , Salsabil Rahmat Alfan , Briliatna Rokhima Tyas , Pratiwi Sabila , Novianti Ranti , Ediyanto
Published: November 2023

The gutta tamarind batik technique is a working technique that utilizes the tamarind seed spice plant as its medium.  While Ecoprinting is making textile products using natural materials as patterns and colors used on fabric media. The idea of this research comes from training for the application of the value of Batari Art (Batik Gutta Tamarin and Ecoprint) as a strategy to increase competitiveness and vocational skills at Anavah Homeschooling, the training in its implementation can be further refined to train vocational skills in arm muscle strength and motor skills of students when carrying out training activities. Based on the results of the training outcomes, it can be concluded that BATARI training can be used to increase arm muscle strength and motor skills of students at Anavah Homeschooling.
Good Practices for Loose Part Utilization in Early Childhood Learning for ECCE Teachers at Gugus 3 Kecamatan Pondok Aren Tangerang Selatan – Banten City
Authors: Ajat  , Nuraini  , Sa'adah Ni'matus , Bakir Widya Fitriani , Wahab Nurhayati , Anggraini Chatarina
Published: November 2023

Good practice regarding the use of loose parts in early childhood learning is an innovation. Which aims to increase knowledge, skills and strategies for PAUD Teachers in Cluster 3, Pondok Aren District, South Tangerang City, Banten in utilizing loose part media for creative and effective learning. Loose Parts are objects that can be manipulated and used freely by young children in playing and learning, such as stones, rubber bands, wood and other natural materials. Implementation of this community service begins with analyzing program needs through surveys and literacy studies to identify areas that need to be improved in the use of loose parts in early childhood learning. The impact of this good practice can be adopted by PAUD teachers thereby increasing teachers' understanding and creativity in using loose parts in early childhood learning.
What Distinguishes Singing as a Unique Form of Expression?
Authors: Peter Ong
Published: November 2023

Singing has consistently been regarded as a fundamental aspect of human expression, transcending cultural boundaries and serving as a universally practised pastime. The act of singing is widely recognised for its ability to elicit feelings of happiness and provide a means of emotional expression. However, an increasing body of research suggests that singing also yields other beneficial outcomes in the realms of social interaction, psychological well-being, and physical health. This qualitative study aims to explore the advantages of regular singing through in-depth interviews with a sample of 10 individuals. The activity of vocalising musical sounds, commonly referred to as singing, has been observed to have a positive impact on an individual's psychological state, specifically their mental well-being. This is attributed to the cultivation of a sense of purpose and accomplishment that singing facilitates. The act of performing in front of an audience or effectively mastering a challenging musical piece have the capacity to positively impact an individual's mental well-being. The findings additionally suggested that engaging in singing has the capacity to substantially enhance an individual's overall state of health and level of satisfaction with life, regardless of whether it is performed privately in a personal setting, as a member of a choral ensemble, or as a vocation within the realm of music.
How Does Electronic Word of Mouth (E-WoM) and Price Affect Purchasing Decisions?
Authors: Aprianti Deva , Avianti Widiya
Published: November 2023

This study aims to determine the electronic word of mouth that becomes a purchase decision for Shopee application users, by involving price variables that affect purchase decisions in Shopee application users. The sampling technique uses probability sampling with a sample of 284 people. Data collection techniques use questionnaires that have been tested for validity and reliability. The data analysis technique used to answer the hypothesis is partial and multiple regression analysis.  Electronic word of mouth influences purchasing decisions, price affects purchasing decisions. The indicator in the price variable that most influences the purchase decision is the competitive price indicator. The better or higher the electronic word of mouth, the decision to visit consumers will also be higher, and vice versa if the electronic word of mouth is lower, then the decision to visit consumers will also be lower. If the company is able to create positive electronic word of mouth among the public, it will increase the number of purchases for the company. Likewise, price affects purchasing decisions in deciding to buy products at Shopee online shopping.
AVALIAÇÃO PERIODONTAL DE PACIENTES COM DIABETES MELLITUS: REVISÃO DE LITERATURA
Authors: Coelho Alana Cristina da Fonseca , Schuster Larissa Nascimento , Santos Hísala Yhanna Florêncio Tristão
Published: November 2023

A Diabetes Mellitus (DM) é uma doença metabólica caracterizada pela hiperglicemia, ou seja, o aumento dos níveis de glicose no sangue, que pode ser causado pela insuficiência na produção, secreção ou ação da insulina produzida pelas células beta das ilhotas de Langerhans no pâncreas. Pacientes diabéticos frequentemente apresentam sinais e sintomas como poliúria, polidipsia, polifagia e perda de peso. Além disso, a cavidade bucal também pode manifestar sinais e sintomas bucais característicos da diabetes. Ao lidar com um paciente diabético, é importante considerar as condutas odontológicas adequadas, levando em conta aspectos relevantes para o atendimento. Uma revisão de literatura foi realizada, utilizando periódicos como a biblioteca eletrônica da Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde (BVS), SciELO, PubMed e Google Acadêmico, com a seleção de artigos publicados entre 2003 e 2018. Caso o paciente diabético esteja com a doença controlada, ele pode ser atendido de forma semelhante a um paciente sistemicamente saudável. No entanto, se houver descontrole da doença, dentista deve avaliar cuidadosamente o risco-benefício do tratamento odontológico e identificar possíveis situações de risco à saúde. Nesses casos, é recomendável encaminhar o paciente a um médico endocrinologista para confirmar o diagnóstico ou ajustar o tratamento. É fundamental que o dentista esteja bem-informado sobre a diabetes, suas complicações e as melhores práticas de atendimento odontológico para pacientes diabéticos. Dessa forma, é possível garantir a segurança e o bem-estar do paciente durante o tratamento, contribuindo para uma abordagem adequada e integrada à saúde sistêmica.
Impact of short term exposure to different environmental temperature on the blood biochemical and endocrine responses of Malpura ewes under semi-arid tropical environment
Authors: SEJIAN V , INDU S , NAQVI S M K
Published: November 2023

The study was conducted to establish the impact of short term exposure to different environmental temperature on adaptive capability of Malpura ewes in terms of changes in blood biochemical and endocrine responses. The experiment was conducted for 21 days in 28 Malpura ewes, which were randomly divided into 4 groups of 7 animals each (G1- control, G 2–23°C, G 3–40°C, G 4–42°C). The ewes were exposed to different temperature for a week and blood collection was carried out on day 0, day 1, day 4 and day 7 for each group. The effect of different temperature exposure was studied on blood biochemical and endocrine parameters. Haemoglobin (Hb), packed cell volume (PCV), plasma glucose, total cholesterol, total protein and albumin also showed highly significant variation for the different temperature exposure. All endocrine parameters showed highly significant variation for the treatment. The highest cortisol concentration was recorded in group 4 (34.73 nmol/L) while the lowest being in group 2 (8.35 nmol/L). Plasma thyroid hormones showed reverse trend as that of cortisol in that the highest concentration was recorded in group 2 while the lowest being in group 4. The data indicated that Malpura ewes have the capability to alter their adaptive capability on exposure to different environmental temperatures. Further, the study proved that heat stress effect was established both at 40°C and 42°C in these ewes but the effect was very severe on exposure to 42°C. This shows that each degree increase in upper critical temperature might be very detrimental to the survival of these animals.
Efeitos da psicoterapia no transtorno de personalidade borderline
Authors: Ventura Caroline , Galvão Stéfani Lara , Neves Mariana Longo , Gomes Gabriel Felipe , Souza Natália Mota de
Published: November 2023

O Transtorno de Personalidade Borderline (TPB), também conhecido como Transtorno de Personalidade Limítrofe (TPL), é uma síndrome formada por sintomas resultados de uma desregulação emocional associada à variedade de traços de personalidade, como a raiva excessiva, impulsividade e a predisposição à ideação paranoide associada ao estresse, que afeta até 2% da população (OUD et al., 2018). Vale ressaltar que a impulsividade é um sintoma importante, porque é preditor de remissão, bem como de suicídio (MUNGO et al., 2020).
As principais variações anatômicas do polígono de Willis: uma revisão narrativa
Authors: Batista Maria Eugênia Roma , Munno Beatriz Bego de , Roque Luiz Felipe Moreira , Dejuli Matheus Marcelino , Reis Ulisses Avila , Verri Edson Donizetti
Published: November 2023

O Polígono de Willis, ou círculo arterial cerebral, é um complexo de artérias anastomosadas que se encontram na base do cérebro, formado pela junção dos ramos da artéria carótida interna e do sistema vertebrobasilar (KLIMEK-PIOTROWSKA et al., 2015). Esta rede arterial possui extrema importância para a irrigação encefálica, uma vez que funciona como a principal fonte de perfusão do encéfalo. Pelo fato de haver anastomoses entre o sistema carotídeo interno e o sistema vertebrobasilar, formando o polígono, há grande eficiência na prevenção de isquemia cerebral e cerebelar, mantendo a oxigenação destes tecidos, mesmo com o fluxo sanguíneo prejudicado (AYRE et al., 2021).
Marcha atópica: um relato de caso
Authors: Lopes de Oliveira Lorena Beatriz , Tojeiro Taís Komono , Santos Bruna Nascimento Gonçalves dos , Almeida Amanda Marques , Neves Mariana Longo , Parreira Rosa Aparecida Ferreira
Published: November 2023

As Doenças atópicas, ou seja, doenças causadas por uma resposta imunológica exagerada a estímulos inofensivos, como dermatite atópica, asma e rinite alérgica têm aumentado, especialmente em crianças e países desenvolvidos (CUSTOVIC et al., 2020). Essas doenças são comuns globalmente, afetando cerca de 20% da população mundial (AW et al., 2019; YANG; FU; ZHOU, 2020).
Sintomas pré-motores, não motores e motores da doença de Parkinson: um novo estado da arte clínica
Authors: Gomes Gabriel Felipe , Galvão Stéfani Lara , Santos Júlio César Claudino dos
Published: November 2023

A Doença de Parkinson (DP) é a segunda desordem neurodegenerativa mais comum (KALIA; LANG, 2015; ZESIEWICZ 2019), ela acomete neurônios dopaminérgicos na substância negra mesencefálica, com a formação de corpos de Lewy, que possuem agregados tóxicos de α-sinucleína (Munhoz et al., 2015; Campos-Acuña, 2019), ocasionando, um curso clínico progressivo caracterizado por sintomas pré-motores, não motores e motores, os quais impactam negativamente na qualidade de vida dos pacientes e provocam altos custos com cuidados de saúde (KALIA; LANG, 2015; ZESIEWICZ 2019). Estudos epidemiológicos mostram que a condição possui prevalência global de 200/100.000 indivíduos, com, aproximadamente, um diagnóstico por hora (TITOVA; CHAUDHURI, 2018). Diante disso, é importante reconhecer as manifestações iniciais, ou seja, os sintomas não motores da DP, visto que são marcadores prodrômicos que costumam ocorrer de 10 a 20 anos antes dos distúrbios de motricidade tradicionalmente reconhecidos (MUNHOZ et al., 2015; ROSSI et al., 2015), e desse modo traria possibilidade de instruir tratamentos mais precoces, que melhorariam o prognóstico dos pacientes.
PRODUCTIVE RESPONSE OF LACTATING DUAL-PURPOSE COWS GRAZING IN AN AGROSILVOPASTORAL SYSTEM DURING THE DRY SEASON SUPPLEMENTED WITH LOW LEVELS OF CRUDE PROTEIN
Authors: Albarran Portillo Benito , Salas-Reyes Isela , Arriaga-Jordán Carlos Manuel , García-Martínez Anastacio
Published: November 2023

Background. Cattle production in tropical regions of Mexico is in dual-purpose farms (DP) on unintended agrosilvopastoral systems (ASPS) with pastures dominated by tropical grasses with scattered shrubs and trees. During the dry season due to the forage diminished nutritional value and availability most farmers supplement their cattle to sustain milk production and weight gains of calves, without taking into consideration the wide variety of forages available in grazing lands to decide the composition of supplements offered to their cattle. Objective/hypothesis. The objective of the study was to determine the effect of low levels of crude protein (CP) content in supplements (S10 = 100, S11 = 110 and S12 = 120 g CP/kg of DM) on the performance of lactating Brown Swiss (BS) cows on an ASPS during the dry season. We hypothesize that low levels of CP in supplements of lactating grazing cows on an agrosilvopastoral system during the dry season would not affect animal performance. Methodology. The study was carried out in the dry season (March to June of 2012), in a commercial DP in the State of Mexico. Eighteen multiparous BS cows and their calves were used in the study, randomly allocated to three groups (six cows/group), to receive one of three supplements (4.5 kg DM/cow/day), consisting of 100, 110 or 120 g/kg DM of crude protein (CP) S10, S11 and S12, respectively. Data were analysed as a complete random experimental design with a mixed model. Results. There were no significant differences in most of the animal performance variables (P > 0.05), except for fat protein corrected milk (FPCM) where S12 (6.4) was significantly higher than S10 and S11 (4.7 and 4.5 kg/day, respectively). Milk protein yields (kg/day) significantly increased as the CP level increased in supplements. High levels of milk urea nitrogen (MUN) were detected (mean 14.0 mg/dL). Implications. In similar DP farms where cattle have access to other sources of forages like shrubs and trees, it is possible to reduce the CP content of supplements and to increase the efficiency of utilization of those alternative forages as well as a reduction in supplementation costs. Conclusion. There were no significant differences in the performance of BS cows grazing on an ASPS during the dry season receiving supplements with low crude protein levels. When correcting to fat-protein milk yields a significant difference was found in favour of supplement with 120 g CP/kg of DM.
EFECTO DEL ABONADO CON BIOSÓLIDO EN EL COMPORTAMIENTO FISIOLÓGICO E INCIDENCIA DE PLAGAS EN CULTIVO DE CHILE X´CATIK (Capsicum annuum L.)
Authors: Yam-Herrera Fátima del R. , Ruiz Sánchez Esau , López-Vázquez Sergio , Díaz-Mayo Juan , Tucuch-Haas Ismael , Latournerie-Moreno Luis , Herrera-Gorocica Ángel
Published: November 2023

Background. The use of biosolids in agriculture allows to supply essential nutrients for the plant development. Objective. To evaluate the effect of supplying swine biosolids on the physio-agronomic characteristics and incidence of pests in X'catik pepper. Methodology. The experiment was carried out under greenhouse conditions and set in a randomized block experimental design with four replicates. Three different levels of biosolids were evaluated (500, 750 and 1000 g plant-1) and the control (no supply of biosolid). Results. Plants treated with 750 g de biosólido had the highest net carbon assimilation rate (AN) and the lowest intracellular carbon (Ci), likewise, there was a trend of higher values for the yield components in this treatment. The population density of B. tabaci and the damage by Poliphagotarsonemus latus was similar among treatments. Implications. The use of swine biosolid in agriculture represent a feasible alternative to enhance the plant physiological condition and potentially the yield in horticultural crops. Conclusion. The supply of 750 g plant-1 of swine biosolid improved the physiological parameters in the X'catik pepper plants, had no effect on pest damage, but showed a strong tendency to increase yield.
ASSESSMENT OF TEMPORAL VARIABILITY OF TEMPERATURE AND PRECIPITATION TRENDS IN KARGI, MAIKONA, DAKABARICHA AND SOLOLO WARDS OF MARSABIT COUNTY, KENYA
Authors: Galwab Armara Macimiliam , Koech Oscar K. , Wasonga Oliver V. , Kironchi Godfrey
Published: November 2023

Background. Climate change is a global phenomenon, with varying indicators and impacts from one region to another. The impacts of the changing climate are high in developing countries that are mainly dependent on climate-driven economic sectors such as pastoral and agro-pastoral livelihoods. Objective. Analyze the temporal trend, the variability in temperature and precipitation, and the relationship between both parameters to determine the influence of the El Niño phenomenon in Marsabit County, Kenya, from 1981 to 2021. Methodology. Daily rainfall and temperature data for the four study locations (Maikona, Kargi, Dakabaricha, and Sololo) were obtained. The analysis of extremes was the main method used in the analysis of the temporal and spatial variability of rainfall and temperature to establish the frequency and magnitude of climate variability in the study area. The seasonal mean plus or minus 1 Standard deviation for the entire period of study was used in the analysis of extremes. Results. Findings from trend analysis showed that rainfall trends have significantly increased in Marsabit County. Further, results on seasonal trends and variability of rainfall showed that March-April-May rainfall has been decreasing over the years. Below average rainfall has been experienced in Maikona in 2000 and 2011 with a magnitude of -42.9 mm, and -39.3 mm, respectively, while below average rainfall has been experienced in Kargi in 2000, 2009, 2011, and 2012 with a magnitude of -41.7 mm, -24.2 mm, -35.3 mm, and -34.3 mm, respectively. Analysis of the temperature trends and variability showed that both night and day temperatures have significantly increased over the years in Marsabit County. The magnitude of warming was found to be double that of cooling. The regression analysis further showed that there exists a negative correlation between temperatures and rainfall, implying that generally, rainfall decreases with increasing temperatures. Implications. This finding is important because it could help policymakers and people working on development in Marsabit County see what temperature and precipitation changes are happening locally. This could help them plan for climate change better. Both pastoral and agro-pastoral areas have been affected by both El Niño and La Niña activities, with the El Niño years recording the highest amounts of rainfall while the La Niña years recording the lowest amounts. Conclusions. This study recommends the use of rainwater harvesting during the October to December Season to take advantage of the increasing Trends and flood episodes associated with high magnitudes and frequencies of above average rainfall and use the same to cope with reduced rainfall in the March to May season. 
Strategi Guru dalam Pengembangan Literasi Awal Anak Usia Dini
Authors: Aisyah Siti , Musa Musa
Published: November 2023

This article reveals teacher strategies in developing early childhood literacy. This article originates from descriptive qualitative research. The results of the research show that the strategy used by teachers is learning strategies through singing and learning strategies through telling stories. The obstacles faced by teachers in developing early literacy are limited learning tools and media and lack of participation from parents. The teacher's effort to overcome the lack of parental participation is that every time the teacher reports are distributed, the teacher invites parents to come to school to discuss children's growth and development and provide an explanation of the importance of early literacy. The lack of literacy learning media and tools means that teachers have to be creative in creating literacy learning strategies, such as carrying out song activities, imitating the shapes of the letters of the alphabet, and creating literacy lessons using fun educational games.
Artikel ini mengungkap strategi guru dalam pengembangan literasi awal anak usia dini. Artikel ini berasal dari penelitian kualitatif deskriptif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa strategi yang digunakan guru adalah dengan melakukan strategi belajar melalui bernyanyi dan strategi belajar melalui bercerita. Kendala yang dihadapi guru dalam mengembangkan literasi awal adalah keterbatasan alat dan media pembelajaran dan kurangnya partisipasi dari orang tua. Upaya guru dalam mengatasi kurangnya partisipasti orang tua yaitu setiap pembagian rapor guru mengundang orangtua murid untuk hadir ke sekolah dalam rangka membahas tumbuh kembang anak serta memberikan penjelasan mengenai pentingnya literasi awal. Kurangnya media dan alat pembelajaran literasi membuat guru harus kreatif menciptakan sebuah strategi pembelajaran literasi, seperti melakukan kegiatan gerak lagu, menirukan bentuk huruf abjad, dan membuat pembelajaran literasi dengan menggunakan alat permainan edukatif yang menyenangkan.
Principales características y transformaciones de la pequeña horticultura familiar de La Plata
Authors: Benencia Roberto , García Matías , Quaranta Germán
Published: November 2023

En este artículo se actualiza el conocimiento disponible sobre la estructura social de la horticultura del Área Metropolitana de Buenos Aires (AMBA) a partir del análisis del relevamiento de productores, familias y establecimientos orientados a la producción de hortalizas en el partido de La Plata realizado en el año 2018 en el marco del último proyecto que dirigiera Roberto Benencia.
La investigación se ha enfocado en el estudio de la organización social del trabajo, las estrategias productivas y las modalidades de comercialización de la pequeña horticultura platense, atendiendo finalmente a la identificación y definición de los distintos tipos de productores así como a los procesos de diferenciación social presentes en la actividad.
PENINGKATAN PRODUKTIVITAS NELAYAN DALAM PENGOLAHAN TERI BADA MELALUI INOVASI ALAT PEREBUS TERI SISTEM UAP
Authors: Nelvi Erizon  , Junil Adri  , Yufrizal A
Published: November 2023

Tujuan pelaksanaan pengabdian masyarakat ini untuk mengoptimalkan proses pembuatan ikan teri, selain itu juga harus selalu memperhatikan pasaran sehingga pasaran akan selalu membeli hasil produksi ikan teri masyarakat Kenagarian Ampang Pulai. Masyarakat sekitar melakukan produksi ikan teri menggunakan cara yang sederhana yakni dengan melakukan perebusan menggunakan tungku yang terbuat dari tanah liat yang dalam pembuatannya membutuhkan waktu yang cukup lama. Sedangkan wadahnya terbuat dari kayu yang dilapisi seng yang cukup tipis sehingga dalam waktu triwulan harus diganti hal ini menjadikan biaya produksi ikan teri masyarakat kelompok nelayan Kambeh Jaya menjadi lebih mahal. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini sudah dilaksanakan dan inovasi yang dibuat melalui kegiatan ini telah dilakukan serahterima dengan mitra pengabdian kepada masyarakat. Secara umum, kegiatan pengabdian ini berjalan dengan baik. Rancangan pelaksanaan kegiatan terlaksanakan dengan baik. Hasil yang didapatkan sangat memuaskan masyarakat. 75% masyarakat menilai kegiatan ini sangat bermanfaat dan berharap lebih banyak kegiatan pengabdian untuk dapat dilaksanakan di kenagarian Ampang Pulai.
Educación y Corporeidad: Una exploración de la Cultura Física en la Nueva Escuela Mexicana (NEM)
Authors: Juárez Lozano Ricardo , Medrano Don Lucas Gabriel , Mendoza López Daniela
Published: November 2023

La Cultura Física (CF) es una disciplina que incluye una amplia gama de prácticas, hábitos, tradiciones y experiencias a través del movimiento humano. En la Nueva Escuela Mexicana (NEM) se encuentran conceptos sobre educación física, deporte, actividad física, ejercicio físico, recreación, ocio y tiempo libre, salud y nutrición, los cuales se desarrollan dentro del campo formativo de lo humano y lo comunitario. Aunque estos conceptos se utilizan coloquialmente como sinónimos, cada uno implica un conocimiento profundo y específico de la disciplina. En esta investigación, se explora la relación de la CF con la NEM, una propuesta educativa con enfoque humanista que busca una educación integral que promueva y desarrolle habilidades para la vida en los estudiantes mexicanos. La CF se considera una expresión de la corporeidad. Se aborda también un fragmento de la historia de la CF, desde sus orígenes prehistóricos hasta la actualidad. Desde tiempos inmemorables, el ser humano ha evolucionado a través del movimiento y se ha ido transformando y adaptando a las necesidades de cada época. En la actualidad, la CF en todas sus manifestaciones, se ha convertido en una parte integral de nuestra vida. Finalmente, el artículo pretende mostrar una clasificación de la CF, sus orígenes y sus implicaciones para un buen entendimiento y tratamiento del movimiento humano en la Nueva Escuela Mexicana, bajo cuatro orientaciones prácticas: el orientado a la salud, el orientado a la educación, el orientado a las conductas psicosociales y el orientado al rendimiento deportivo.
Statins and Epigenetics: A Putative Mechanism for Explaining Pleiotropic Effects
Authors: Awosika Ayoola , E. Omole Adekunle , Adabanya Uzochukwu , Anand Nikhilesh , M. Millis Richard
Published: November 2023

Statins remain the most efficient hypolipidemic agent and their use is pivotal in primary, secondary, and tertiary treatment of cardiovascular disease, reducing both morbidity and mortality. Statins target 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase, the enzyme that catalyzes conversion of HMG-CoA to mevalonate, the “committed and rate limiting step” in hepatic production of cholesterol. Genetic predilections for hypercholesterolemia are known to be responsible for substantial morbidity and mortality from cardiovascular disease. Environmental or lifestyle factors such as dietary fat and carbohydrate may also contribute to cardiovascular disease mortality by both genetic and epigenetic mechanisms. Besides lipid-lowering, statins have pleiotropic effects which may contribute to their protection against cardiovascular and several other diseases wherein hypercholesterolemia is a risk factor. Evidence is emerging that the clinical outcomes of many diseases are improved when modifications of environmental or lifestyle factors play integral roles in treatment and preventive prescriptions. This chapter is, therefore, intended to inform physicians and other health care professionals about the environment-gene interactions underlying the main and pleiotropic effects of statins which may be employed to improve the efficacy of statin therapies.
Statins’ Effects on Alzheimer’s Disease
Authors: Li Qing , Li Chu-Na , Chen Jing-Long
Published: November 2023

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) has brought about heavy economic and healthy burden worldwide. There is no effective therapy to prevent or delay the progression of AD. Statins are suggested as the alternative therapy for AD, although the positive effects of statins on AD are still full of controversy. Therefore, it is necessary to define sensitive AD population who would benefit from statin therapy and a preferable therapeutic regimen on statins to avoid detrimental effects on cognition. We summarized the pathogenesis of AD, especially those related to statins. With emerging clinical evidence, updated data on the correlation between statins and AD development are clarified in chronological order. We also retrieved the underlying mechanisms for beneficial and detrimental effects of statins on AD development. Then we discussed the factors that might affect the efficacy of statins from statin use (types, dosages, and therapy duration) to the sensitive population (sex, age, genetic factors, and comorbidities). Finally, we elaborated on the limitations of the current studies and the implications for the future research to guide the appropriate statin therapy in clinic.
Early signals of motor disorders and pleiotropic effects of statins
Authors: Jimenez-Serrania Maria-Isabel
Published: November 2023

The most spread drugs to treat dyslipidemia alone or with hypertriglyceridemia are statins. These active ingredients are considered safe and effective. But, with all drugs, there are adverse reactions related to them, in this case, muscular disorders such as myalgia and the complication of rhabdomyolysis. Furthermore, other adverse reactions are less studied but interesting to know, such as motor disorders. Pharmacovigilance tools must maintain the tracing of risks for effects that appear and search for positive signals; one of them is to analyze suspected adverse drug reactions of active ingredients reported through the international repository of the World Health Organization with an adaptation of data mining Bayesian methodology. Surprisingly, almost all positive motor signals are not stated as adverse drug reactions in technical factsheets and, at the same time, are related to some pleiotropic effects of statins. This chapter tries to summarize this evidence for specific pairs of statins and potential motor disorders for further investigation.
In Brief: GI Effects of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists
Authors:   Editors from The Medical Letter
Published: November 2023

Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists and the dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP)/GLP-1 receptor agonist tirzepatide (Mounjaro) are widely prescribed for treatment of type 2 diabetes and weight management (see Table 1), but they delay gastric emptying and commonly cause nausea and vomiting. Gastroparesis and bowel obstruction (ileus) have also been reported with their use.
The implementation of dual frequency positioning for ionospheric effects correction
Authors: da Silva Jean Roger , do Nascimento Guilherme A. G.
Published: November 2023

Brazil is located in a tropical region near the equator line, where the solar incidence is more intense. For this reason, the effect of ionospheric refraction on satellite signals is more expressive. In order to mitigate this effect, the use of dual frequency positioning technique is effective in the position solution, reducing distortions caused by ionospheric refraction. In this article, dual frequency GPS data was analyzed, in order to prove its effectiveness in correcting the ionospheric error in comparison with single frequency GPS data.
Teacher Perceptions about Their Soft Skills at Secondary Level in Karachi Pakistan
Authors: Rozina Sewani  , Altaf Hussain  , Tahira Begum
Published: November 2023

This study aimed to investigate how teachers acquire soft skills to ascertain the value of these abilities in the teaching profession. Future holistic human capital will acquire soft skills like communication, critical thinking and problem-solving, teamwork, lifelong learning and information management, entrepreneurship, ethics, morals, and leadership. This study looks into discrepancies between the soft skills that novice teachers acquired during their professional training as teachers and those they need at work. Simple random sampling was used to choose a sample of 120 teachers from all secondary schools in District Korangi, Karachi, Pakistan. The quantitative method was used in this study to gather information from teachers and data was analyzed by using descriptive statistics Mean, Standard deviation, frequency, percentage, independent sample t-test and one-way ANOVA in SPSS version 22. The study's results demonstrated that the acquisition of soft skills and leadership skills were highly valued in their workplace. The soft skill component with the lowest capacity was teamwork and communication skills due to a lack of coordination among teachers in the school and required in their place of employment. No significant difference was found among teachers' opinions by their gender, qualification and experience at the secondary level in Karachi, Pakistan. The research found that integrated and embedded learning are the most effective ways to improve teachers' soft skills. The study suggested that creating a model or strategy/training/workshops should be conducted to promote soft skills.
Barns hållbarhetsfrågor i digitala och fysiska gränssnitt - transduktionskedja som ett didaktiskt verktyg
Authors: Caiman Cecilia , Kjällander Susanne , Norén Eva , Moinian Farzaneh
Published: November 2023

In this article, we show empirically how preschool childrens’ creative, physical, and digital leaps, provide new perspectives concerning childrens’ engagement in ecology related questions in the domain of Sustainability Education. The metamorphosis of insects is explored by children digitally, embodied and 'hands-on', and the children move through the digital and analogue interfaces. Childrens’ embodied explorations through instant encounters with nature has an obvious place where the digital world and nature become intersected forming a whole. We introduce a transduction chain, a didactic design-theoretic analysis tool, which supports teachers and researchers to get to hold of childrens’ digital and analogue meaning-making sign use. We draw attention to the preschool children's contribution in the area, which is made visible through transduction processes. We do not yet have the answers to the complex questions of sustainability, implying the need of all citizens’ participation and contributions. In anthropocene, it is also important to strengthen agency processes by paying attention to children's own course of actions and proposals. In light of this study, preschool teachers need to provide rich opportunities where children can explore and process what is happening around them.
Profesyonel Futbol Müsabakalarında Erken Ofansif Oyuncu Değişikliğinin Müsabaka Sonucu ve Oyuncu Psikolojisi Üzerine Etkilerinin İncelenmesi
Authors: Besler Mehmet
Published: November 2023

Bu araştırmada, profesyonel futbol müsabakalarında erken ofansif oyuncu değişikliğinin müsabaka sonucu ve oyuncu psikolojisi üzerine etkilerinin incelenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Araştırmanın yöntemi, nicel ve nitel yöntemlerin bir arada kullanıldığı eş zamanlı karma yöntemler araştırması desenidir. Nicel kısımda, TFF 1. Lig’de 2017-2018 ve 2018-2019 sezonlarındaki toplam 612 maçta, takımların beraberlik veya mağlubiyet esnasında, erken evrede (ilk devre içerisinde ve devre arasında) gerçekleştirdikleri 345 ofansif oyuncu değişikliği incelenmiştir. Nitel kısımda; aynı sezonlarda, beraberlik veya mağlubiyet durumlarında erken evre ofansif oyuncu değişikliği gerçekleştiren dört teknik direktör, oyuna giren dört ofansif oyuncu ve oyundan çıkan dört oyuncu ile görüşülmüştür. Nicel kısmın verilerinin istatistiksel analizinde ki-kare testi kullanılmış, nitel kısımda ise ‘Yarı Yapılandırılmış Görüşme Formu’ verilerinin içerik analizi gerçekleştirilmiştir. Araştırma sonucunda, teknik direktörler gerçekleştirdikleri erken evre ofansif oyuncu değişikliklerini genel olarak maçın skoru ile ilişkilendirmiş ve ofansif oyuncuların oyuna dahil edilmesini skor üretebilme çabası olarak görmüşlerdir. Ancak ilgili sezonlarda beraberlik veya mağlubiyet durumlarında gerçekleştirilen oyuncu değişikleri sonrasında, oyuncuların %15,07’sinin katkı (gol ve/veya asist) sağladığı, %84,93’ünün ise katkı sağlamadığı belirlenmiştir. Oyuna giren ofansif oyuncular ideal performanslarını olumsuz yönde etkileyen faktörleri; motivasyon eksikliği, konsantre olamama, hissedilen baskı, yetersiz ısınma, oyunun temposuna uyum sağlayamama olarak ifade etmişlerdir. Bununla birlikte, oyuna giren ofansif oyuncuların katkı sağladığı müsabakalarda takımın puan kazanmasının, katkı sağlamadığı müsabakalarda ise takımın aldığı puanda bir değişiklik olmamasının anlamlı düzeyde yüksek olduğu tespit edilmiştir (p<0,05). Erken evre ofansif oyuncu değişiklikleri ile oyundan çıkartılan oyuncular ise hem psikolojik hem de sosyal olarak olumsuzluklarla karşılaştıklarını ifade etmektedirler. Özellikle ilk devre içerisinde oyundan çıkarılmak, oyuncular tarafından daha kötü olarak tanımlanmıştır. Ayrıca oyundan çıkan oyuncular; özgüven kaybı, kendini değersiz hissetme, teknik direktörüne olan güven kaybı, hata yapmaktan korkmak, sorumluluk almaktan kaçınmak, aynı değişikliğe tekrar maruz kalma kaygısı ve odaklanamama gibi nedenlerle, değişikliğe uğradıkları maçtan sonraki antrenmanlarda ve gelecek müsabakalarda performanslarının olumsuz yönde etkilendiğini belirtmişlerdir. Sonuç olarak, erken evre ofansif oyuncu değişikliklerinin gerek müsabaka sonucu gerekse oyuncular üzerindeki çok boyutlu etkileri göz önüne alındığında, teknik direktörlerin bu tarz değişiklikleri yalnızca skor odaklı değil farklı yönleriyle de değerlendirerek gerçekleştirmesinin daha yararlı olabileceği düşünülmektedir.
Cost effectiveness of emergency ambulance services for patients that need cardiopulmonary resuscitation among government hospitals in Chonburi Province.
Authors:   , Wongsuwannatat Teerawat
Published: November 2023

This study aimed to find the cost effectiveness ratio of Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulance units for patients that needed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) provided by government hospitals in Chonburi province. Based on a direct survey and secondary data from the province-level ALS database, unit costs were calculated in three ways, using three sets of assumptions. Four measures of effectiveness of ALS ambulance operations were used. The data were used to finally calculate the cost-effectiveness ratio, comparing hospitals with the same level of competency but with some practice variation, e.g. comparing hospitals that included a medical doctor and a nurse with a 4-month emergency specialty training as part of the ALS unit with those that did not. Results showed the calculation of unit costs was sensitive to the methodology, and the difference of unit cost values from different methodologies may be as high as 18.56%. The total number ALS operations during the study period were 1,266 times. Among them, there were 195 CPR cases. The success rate of cardiopulmonary resuscitation was 88.2%, the average response time was 13.67± 7.61 minutes, the success rate of intravenous fluid was 99.8% and the ratio of deaths within 30 days after the admission was 13.37%. Through incremental cost effectiveness ratio (ICER) analyses, the results suggested that comparing hospitals with a medical doctor in the ALS unit with those without a medical doctor, an increase of 1% in terms of the CPR success would lead to an additional (incremental) cost of 1,644.4 baht. The rates of CPR success between hospitals with a specialty emergency nurse on the ALS team or without were not different. This study highlighted some gaps in the ALS organization that could lead to further cost-saving and recommended that to increase the effectiveness of the operation, human capital management, where appropriate functions are assigned to the right personnel, would be crucial.
A development of vendor selection process for commercial banking industry in Thailand by Fuzzy Analytical Hierarchy Process (FAHP)
Authors:   , Upaiboon Vasinee
Published: November 2023

The ever-changing economic conditions and new disruptive technologies dramatically increase competitiveness among commercial banks. In order to improve their profit, the banks have to continuously improve their efficiency, i.e. focus on developing core business and delegate other business activities to outsourcing vendors. However, price should not be the only criterion for selecting vendors. Other factors such as quality, production lead time, warranty etc. should also be considered. Besides, some factors can be in qualitative forms, which makes the purchasing task even more difficult. The appropriate tools are therefore needed to simplify the task and mitigate the human bias effect in order to get the best supplier selection decsions for each project. A large Thai commercial bank was chosen as the case study in this research. The case study bank has a purchasing department who oversees that purchasing activities for the three main areas: Systems and Maintenance, Building, and Information Technology. Price Performance Ratio (PPR), defined by vendor’s offered price divided by performance, is used by the bank’s procurement department as the main criterion to select a vendor. With PPR as the criterion, vendors with lowest offered price usually win the contract, even though this often lead to less-than-impressive results. In this research, we proposed the application of Fuzzy Analytical Hierarchy Process (Fuzzy AHP) to select vendors based on variety of attributes. Both in quantitative and qualitative forms such as price, quality, operating difficulty, and warranty conditions can be considered. An easy-to-use, yet effective software implementing the Fuzzy AHP was developed and tested on three real cases. The results showed that the program's result might be different from PPR one as the program criteria has been adjusted to reduce importance of the cost criteria and increase on other related criterion.