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Impact of the Crane Collapse on the South Sumatra LRT Construction Project on the Environment and the Company
Authors: Wanuri Fauzan , Mujiharyadi Fazlurrahman , Karyatno Nugroho Eko
Published: August 2024

This report examines the crane collapse incident during the Light Rail Transit (LRT) construction project in Palembang, South Sumatra. This case study analyzes the impact of the event on the environment and the company, and evaluates the incident handling from the perspective of engineering ethics and code of conduct. The methodology used includes field observations, interviews, and data analysis from investigation reports. The discussion covers aspects of occupational safety, health, and environment (SHE), as well as professionalism in engineering. The report also highlights the importance of risk management, geotechnical analysis, and innovation in construction techniques. The conclusions drawn emphasize the priority of workplace safety, the importance of comprehensive risk analysis, and adherence to engineering professional ethics. Recommendations include improving safety standards, stricter supervision, and thorough risk evaluation in similar infrastructure projects in the future. A key lesson from this incident is the importance of balancing technological advancement with safety in infrastructure development.
Implementation Of Apriori Data Mining Algorithm To Increase Sales Of Caringin Shop
Authors: Supriadi Supriadi , Gunawan Gunawan , Alam RG. Guntur , Abdullah Dedy
Published: August 2024

The caringin shop is a shop that sells daily household and kitchen needs. Caringin shop sales tend to stagnate because in the last few months there has been no significant increase in turnover and tight business competition where the large number of similar shops has become a problem. This requires a precise and careful marketing strategy. This research implements an a priori algorithm as a marketing strategy. The data used was 146 transactions for 1 week. The analysis was carried out manually using Microsoft Excel and libraries in the Python programming language that supports apriori algorithms packaged in a simple web-based application. The analysis resulted in a conclusion that if a consumer buys sugar, then the tendency is to buy coffee with a confidence level of 65% supported by a support value of 10% of all transactions with a lift ratio of 3.9, if buying coffee, then the tendency is to buy sugar with a confidence level of 62% supported by a support value of 10% of all transactions with a lift ratio of 3.9, and if buying eggs, then the tendency is to buy instant noodles with a confidence level of 61% supported by a support value of 11% of all transactions with a lift ratio of 2.8.
Comparison Of Population Prediction Of Bengkulu Selatan Regency With Python And SPSS
Authors: Sulasono Heri , Abdullah Dedy , Alam RG. Guntur , Gunawan Gunawan
Published: August 2024

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Network Design Using Proxy-Based BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) Routing
Authors: Mahfuzhi A.R. Walad , Reswan Yuza , Handayani Kurnia Marga
Published: August 2024

Today, information technology is increasingly advanced and developing rapidly, providing many benefits and conveniences in various fields. Mikrotik improves the stability of the internet network. In addition, XYZ Bengkulu City uses the internet network. The routing configuration on the router used changes from static routing done manually to dynamic routing BGP (Border Gateway Protocol). BGP is a type of routing protocol used to transmit information between autonomous systems. The purpose of the researcher is to design and build an internet network for XYZ Bengkulu City using BGP so that the move from the main line to the backup line is carried out automatically with BGP Route. Continued by checking the quality of both lines using the QoS (Quality of Service) method, some of the QoS parameters used as a reference are throughput, delay, jitter and packet loss, by following the QoS standard from TIPHON. So in this study, we conducted tests and discussions that focused more on how routing using BGP could work well, automatically backing up internet connections and analyzing QoS as a result of the research that BGP routing works well and has an optimal internet connection for operational use of XYZ Bengkulu City
Drying Process of Senna alata Medicinal Leave: Comparative Empirical and Artificial Neural Networks Modelling of Mass Transfer Kinetics with Energy Analysis
Authors: Adeyi Abiola John
Published: August 2024

This study investigated the microwave drying of Senna alata leaves (SAL) for sustainable utilization. The effect of SAL form (un-chopped and chopped) and microwave power (200, 400 and 600 W) on the drying characteristics and energy utilization with comparative semi-empirical and artificial neural network (ANN) modelling was investigated. SAL was dried at the selected drying factors (leaf form and microwave power); and moisture transport characteristics including moisture content, moisture ratio, effective moisture diffusivity, activation energy, energy consumption, specific energy consumption and energy efficiency were determined gravimetrically and empirically. In addition, models were utilized to represent the experimental observations and compared statistically. Results showed that un-chopped SAL had a drying time of 10, 8.87, 7.34 s while chopped SAL had a drying time of 8.34, 5.45, 3.5 s at 200, 400 and 600 W, respectively. The effective moisture diffusivity of un-chopped and chopped SAL ranged between 1.40e-6 - 1.94e-6 m2/s and 1.99e-6 – 3.79e-6 m2/s at 200, 400 and 600 W, respectively; while activation energy was 1.79 and 3.64 W/g, respectively. The un-chopped SAL has energy efficiency of 47.38, 26.71 and 21.52% while chopped SAL has energy efficiency of 56.47, 43.49 and 45.14 KJ/kWs at 200, 400 and 600 W. The range of coefficient of determination (R2) of empirical models was 0.9963 – 0.9994 while R2 value of ANN model was 0.9996. It was generally observed that the form of SAL and selected microwave power affected the drying and energy indicators, where size alteration (chopping) and increment in microwave power reduced the drying time and improved the energy indicators. The semi-empirical and ANN models performed well in representing the drying process with ANN having a marginal edge. These results are useful in conservation of SAL, control and commercialization of the microwave drying process.
The Gambit of Geopolitics in the Indo-Pacific: A Critical Analysis
Authors:   School of Law, Governance, and Public Policy, Chanakya University, Singai Chetan , Dixit owri , Reddy Krutika
Published: August 2024

Geopolitics is essential in understanding global dynamics, economic and resource considerations, cultural interlinkages, global governance for common humanitarian causes, foreign policy, diplomacy and security. Today, geopolitics as a concept transcends temporality and ventures into technological innovations, interdependence, demographic shifts, transnational threats, and involvement of non-state actors. The emergence of the Indo-Pacific as a geopolitical construct is accompanied by the nations’ quest to establish themselves in prominent positions in the region. India, too, is not alien to this quest. India’s geopolitical move from its neighbourhood to the Indo-Pacific hence becomes a critical point of analysis in the nation’s aspiration to become the regional leader. The evolution of geopolitics from a nation-state-centric paradigm of the 20th century to a multi-pivotal approach in the 21st century reflects the current highly interdependent global order. Nation-states shape their foreign policies based on internal and external factors, with the Indo-Pacific region assuming increasing significance, particularly concerning maritime interests, both developmental and strategic. Historically, India has played a prominent role in the Indian Ocean region, contributing significantly to global trade and cultural diffusion. Over time, the land borders assumed priority over the maritime space. However, the shared yet contesting interests in the region with various nation-states competing for their claims, the attention returned to the seas. These competing claims and claimants in the region highlight the vitality of India to have a stringent and proactive foreign and maritime security policy – for the region and in the region. This research delves into the evolving discourse of geopolitics, particularly in the Indo-Pacific construct, and its intersection with maritime security. By analysing India's strategic viewpoint, particularly its maritime strategy, through scholarly and official sources, this paper aims to elucidate the critical linkages between geopolitics and maritime security. Ultimately, it seeks to underscore India's role as a key agenda-setter in the region. Keywords Geopolitics, Indo­Pacific, Maritime Security, Security Dilemma
Role of Nasya in Treating Khalitya
Authors:   Department of Kayachikitsa, Gomantak Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya & Research Centre, Shiroda Goa, India
Published: August 2024

Hair fall is one of the commonly faced problems in individuals today. It can be due to various reasons like improper diet, lifestyle, mental stress, hormonal imbalance and also lack of knowledge or ignorance towards hair care techniques like Shirobhyanga, Ushnisha Dharan, Kshaurakarma, Snana (proper temperature of water and frequency) etc. Hair is very crucial part of one's attire as it defines the appearance of the person and also adds on to the beauty of face. Though Khalitya is not a life-threatening disease but it can lead to stressful situation as less amount of hair on scalp leads to ugly appearance leading to loss of self-confidence. Initially the problem is ignored, many home remedies including using different branded shampoos, hair conditioners, hair oils, hair serum etc. are tried and later when there is no relief an expert is approached. Different Tailas are mentioned in Ayurveda Classics for treatment of Khalitya for Shirobhyanga and Nasya. Many treatment modalities like Shodhan, Shirobhyanga, Shirolepa, etc. are explained out of which Pratimarsha Nasya can be more acceptable by the society today as it is less time consuming, less stringent rules to follow, easily accepted and a simple procedure which can be performed by any individual even at home. Research available on this topic is scarce and therefore I am making a humble effort to contribute to this sphere.
Viparitani Vatasya Prashamanaani Bhavanti: A Case Study on Sandhigata Vata
Authors:   Department of Sanskrit Samhita and Siddhanta, Gomantak Ayurved Mahavidyalaya and Research Centre, Shiroda, Goa, India, Mohanty Dr. Bishnupriya
Published: August 2024

SandhigataVata is Vata vyadhi, characterized by swelling with joints, appears as a leather bag inflated with air on palpation and pain during extension and flexion of the joints. In this article we are going to discuss successful management of case by Ayurvedic management with remarkable improvement. Introduction- in Introduction we have reviewed about concept of SandhigataVata along with case presentation of 73 years old female patient. Materials and methods- Drugs used in treatment and Assessment criteria of SandhigataVata. Results- explained about improvement with Ayurvedic medicine. Discussion- explained about mode of action of drugs and drawn conclusion. With the help of this article, we can conclude that with the help of ayurvedic medicine we can treat and manage SandhigataVata with marked improvement.
Spatial Econometric Correlation between Environmental Pollution and Health Risk
Authors: Cai Yueyuan , Zhang Jianying
Published: August 2024

The research delves into the spatial econometric interconnection between environmental contamination and health hazards. Utilizing data on environmental pollution and human health risks in Zhejiang Province, the study employs spatial autocorrelation analysis and the spatial lag model (SLM) to thoroughly explore the influence of environmental pollution on human health risks and its spatial distribution traits. It is revealed that while the environmental pollution in Zhejiang Province has not escalated to extreme levels, it has already emerged as a threat to human health, particularly in terms of respiratory ailments. Environmental pollution not only directly impacts the health risks in the area but also influences neighboring regions through spatial spillover effects. There are notable disparities in the direct impact coefficient and spatial spillover effect coefficient across different areas, which offer robust backing for the formulation of environmental protection and public health policies. The outcomes of this study not only augment the comprehension of the relationship between environmental pollution and health risks but also furnish a scientific foundation for advancing the formulation and execution of pertinent policies aimed at safeguarding public health and fostering the sustainable development of the ecological environment.
A Brief Analysis of the Role of Traditional Chinese Opera Body in Character Shaping
Authors: Han Danchen , Zhang Huilin
Published: August 2024

Beijing Opera, as a treasure of Chinese traditional art, has been widely spread and has been called "the quintessence of China". Beijing Opera is not only notable for its unique singing, music, costumes and facial makeup, but also for its rich body performance to shape the character and inner world. Body section, which is a variety of physical movements using props or no props on the opera stage, is an important means to shape characters. In the performance of Beijing Opera, the actors should use the delicate body performance to show the character, emotion, heart, and status of the role. Create fresh and vivid characters for the audience, so that the audience can deeply understand the characteristics of each role in the process of appreciation.
Building Blocks on the Grassland: On the Concept of Nature and the Causes of Wright's Organic Architecture Thought
Authors: Shen Ying , Zhang Yilong
Published: August 2024

Wright was the most internationally influential American architect of the 20th century. Although his emphasis on the properties and technology of modern industrial materials made him a landmark figure in modernist architectural design, his exploration of dynamic spaces in architecture and reflection on the relationship between humans and nature fundamentally led him to deviate from modernism and move towards postmodernism. This article aims to explore the origin of Wright's core natural view of organic architecture and the process of its design practice development and evolution. Tracing back the deep-rooted influence of Wright's childhood toy Froebel building blocks and farm life experiences, this paper analyzes the differences in the application of natural elements between Wright and his teacher Louis Sullivan, as well as his gradual breaking of the modernist "square box" under the influence of Eastern aesthetic thought.
Exploration and Practice of Parallel Logistics and Transportation System Basing on AI
Authors: Cheng Yan
Published: August 2024

With the rapid development of science and technology, artificial intelligence (AI) technology has been widely used in various fields. As an important pillar of the national economy, the efficiency and safety of the logistics and transportation industry have a profound impact on the economic development and social progress. The exploration and practice of parallel logistics and transportation system based on AI aims to use artificial intelligence technology to improve the efficiency of logistics and transportation system, reduce costs, reduce congestion, and improve traffic safety.
Research on the Countermeasures of Cultural and Tourism + Artificial Intelligence to Improve Rural Revitalization in Guangxi
Authors: Wan Hailu , Zhou Hua , Chen Siyu
Published: August 2024

Under the wave of digital economy and artificial intelligence, the deep integration of cultural and tourism and artificial intelligence has become a new driving force for rural revitalization. This research focuses on cultural tourism + artificial intelligence to empower rural tourism, and brings a new experience to tourists by creating characteristic cultural tourism products and building a smart cultural tourism system. At the same time, the development of new agriculture has also provided new opportunities for rural revitalization. Facing the challenges of data security and technology application, this study proposes a solution. In addition, the responsibilities of multiple subjects in the integrated development are discussed to provide theoretical basis and practical reference for policy making. This study holds that the integration of cultural and tourism integration with artificial intelligence and new agriculture will inject new productivity into the transformation and upgrading of rural economy, explore a sustainable development path suitable for rural revitalization, and provide strong support for the realization of the goal of common prosperity.
Design of Flexible RFID Tag Antenna Suitable for Aviation Material Management
Authors: Zhong Fangyuan
Published: August 2024

In order to reduce the operating costs of airlines, eliminate outdated labor-intensive maintenance, assist in the management of civil aircraft onboard equipment, track and manage aircraft components. Especially for the maintenance and management of bending components on airplanes, this paper designs and studies a flexible RFID tag in the UHF frequency band based on its usage characteristics. The tag antenna adopts a T-shaped matching network structure and bending antenna method, with a size of 64mm*12mm*1mm; The working frequency of the antenna does not change significantly after bending, meeting the reading and writing distance requirements of the entire system. The simulation results show that the working frequency of the RFID antenna is still within the range when bent, and the maximum reading distance is 6.5 meters, which meets the actual working requirements.
Oral Nutritional Dietary Supplement Containing GABA and Asparagus Powder Improves Sleep
Authors: Cong Yang , Xu Huimin
Published: August 2024

This paper focuses on the effects of two food materials, γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) produced by natural fermentation and asparagus powder, on the improvement of sleep-in humans. The trial totaled 54 people, divided into three groups: intervention group A (active ingredient GABA 120mg, asparagus powder 1500mg), intervention group B (active ingredient GABA 120mg) and control group (without active ingredient) to carry out the sleep test, and the sleep effect was detected by Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and Huawei Sports Bracelet, respectively. The test results show: 1) From the subjective sleep score (PSQI sleep score): sleep quality improvement level intervention group A (28%) > intervention group B (26%) > control group (19%); the effective proportion of sleep aid people in intervention group A (83%)>Intervention Group B (75%)>Control Group (71%);2) The Huawei Sports Sleep Bracelet test showed that the deep sleep continuity of intervention group A improved by 7% after taking the product for one week, and 67% of the subjects improved the deep sleep continuity to varying degrees after taking the product for one week. Significantly higher than intervention group B and control group. Further analysis found that GABA and asparagus powder had a better effect on people with a deep sleep score of ≤70 points. Intervention group A underwent intervention for 1 week, and its total sleep score improved significantly, and there was a significant difference. This result indicates that nutritional dietary supplements can be helpful in improving overall sleep quality. Summary: GABA can help people fall asleep quickly, asparagus powder can induce deep sleep, and their simultaneous intake are complementary. The results of this study show that taking a nutritional dietary supplement of 120 mg of GABA and 1500 mg of asparagus powder every day can significantly improve the quality of deep sleep. Since GABA and asparagus powder are both raw materials in food and have been ingested for a long time, taking nutritional dietary supplements containing both of their ingredients is considered safe and suitable for daily intake, which can effectively improve the quality of deep sleep, thereby improving Overall level of sleep.
Research Progress on Key Issues of Shear Strength Theory and New Testing Technology of Roadway Crossing Unsaturated Soil Layer
Authors: Tian Zhonggang
Published: August 2024

By studying the relationship between the shear strength and water content of unsaturated soil, summarizing and analyzing the previous methods of preparing soil samples with different water content, it is found that the test phenomenon of "critical water content" exists in the specific gravity method. The research shows that the shear strength of unsaturated soil is the result of the common action of compactness and water content. Nine widely used shear strength measurement methods of unsaturated soil are sorted out, and their common shear test methods are divided into three categories, namely direct shear test method, compression shear test method and rotary shear test method. The advantages and disadvantages of each method are analyzed. Many shear strength formulas are divided into four categories: combined water-soil characteristic curve, piecewise function, mathematical fitting and total stress index. The characteristics and shortcomings of shear strength of different kinds of unsaturated soil are compared, and some suggestions on the theoretical research direction of shear strength in the future are put forward. Finally, a variety of new ideas and methods for studying the shear strength theory of unsaturated soil are introduced. This paper improves the theoretical basis of unsaturated soil, which is of great significance to speed up the engineering practice of shear strength theory of unsaturated soil.
Neutrophil Activation and Maternal Plasma Exosomal miR-301b-3p Decrease in Patients with Preeclampsia
Authors: Luo Fangmei , Xie Zhiqiu , Xiao Jinyan , Kang Zhaohai
Published: August 2024

Background: To evaluate the diagnostic value of circulating plasma exosomal miR-301b-3p and neutrophils (NE#) for preeclampsia (PE). Methods: The study cohort consisted of pregnant women with Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) who were selected from Guangdong Women and Children Hospital between January 2017 and November 2017. A total of 80 cases with gestational hypertension (GH n=31) and preeclampsia (PE n=49) were chosen at random for each group. Furthermore, a group of healthy pregnant women was chosen as the control group (Control n=83). Quantitative reverse-transcription PCR (qRT-PCR) was used to detect the relative expression of miR-301b-3p in exosomes found in maternal plasma. Results: The antenatal Control group had higher miR-301b-3p expression levels than the GH and PE groups (P <0.05). The ROC curve analysis indicates a predictive value for case groups (P <0.05). The Pearson correlation analysis indicates an inverse correlation between miR-301b-3p levels and illness severity in pathological patients (P <0.05). Conclusion: miR-301b-3p is closely associated with the severity of vascular inflammation in PE.
Analysis of Spatial Spillover Effect of Energy Intensity and its Influencing Factors in China
Authors: Zhang Qian
Published: August 2024

The time variation characteristics and spatial variation characteristics of China 's energy intensity are discussed. On this basis, the spatial Durbin model is used for empirical analysis to study the influencing factors of energy intensity. The results show that the spatial distribution of China 's energy intensity is characterized by low in the east and high in the west and low in the south and high in the north, and there are two agglomeration areas: one is low and one is high. The high intensity areas represented by Shanxi and Inner Mongolia and the low intensity areas represented by Shanghai and Jiangsu. The increase of industrial structure rationalization promotes the increase of energy intensity, but industrial rationalization has a spillover effect on the increase of energy intensity in surrounding areas. The industrial structure characterized by industrial upgrading reduces the intensity of energy consumption, but it has a spillover effect on the increase of energy intensity in the surrounding areas. The improvement of economic development level and the optimization of energy consumption structure have reduced the energy intensity. The increase of industrialization level can inhibit energy intensity and has spillover effect. However, the level of urbanization, social consumption level and informatization level have no obvious impact on energy intensity.
The Impact of Digital Economy Development on Carbon Emission Efficiency in the Logistics Industry
Authors: Meng Lingjian
Published: August 2024

The digital economy has become an important engine of economic change, which has a complex impact on the carbon emission efficiency of the logistics industry. This study takes the panel data of 30 provinces in China from 2012 to 2021 as samples, measures the carbon emission efficiency of the logistics industry and the development level of the digital economy in each province by applying the super-efficiency SBM model and entropy value method, and constructs a two-way fixed-effects model to investigate the impact of the development of the digital economy on the carbon emission efficiency of the logistics industry. The results of the study show that the level of China's digital economy development shows a significant growth trend, and there are obvious differences between provinces and regions; the digital economy has a "U" curve effect on the carbon emission efficiency of the logistics industry, which first decreases and then increases. The carbon emission efficiency of the logistics industry is a wind vane for the green development of the logistics industry. Through the empirical analysis of the digital economy on the carbon emission efficiency, the U-shaped relationship between the digital economy and the carbon emission efficiency of the logistics industry has been clarified, which can help to guide the digital economy to serve the logistics industry, and play the role of a scientific reference for the government to grasp the overall situation of the carbon emission efficiency of China's logistics industry. The study will help to guide the digital economy to serve the logistics industry and provide a scientific reference for the government to grasp the overall situation of carbon emission efficiency in China's logistics industry.
A Checklist of Orchids of Dibrugarh district of Assam, India
Authors: Gogoi Khyanjeet , Borah Rajib , Sharma G.
Published: August 2024

A taxonomic survey of the plant of Orchidaceae was made in the Dibrugarh District of Assam, India, during 2006-2010. Total 111 species under 50 genera are reported in this communication.
Can Large Language Models (LLMs) Predict the Appropriate Treatment of Acute Hip Fractures in Older Adults? Comparing Appropriate Use Criteria With Recommendations From ChatGPT
Authors: Nietsch Katrina S. , Shrestha Nancy , Mazudie Ndjonko Laura C. , Ahmed Wasil , Mejia Mateo Restrepo , Zaidat Bashar , Ren Renee , Duey Akiro H. , Li Samuel Q. , Kim Jun S. , Hidden Krystin A. , Cho Samuel K.
Published: August 2024

Background:

Acute hip fractures are a public health problem affecting primarily older adults. Chat Generative Pretrained Transformer may be useful in providing appropriate clinical recommendations for beneficial treatment.

Objective:

To evaluate the accuracy of Chat Generative Pretrained Transformer (ChatGPT)-4.0 by comparing its appropriateness scores for acute hip fractures with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Appropriate Use Criteria given 30 patient scenarios. “Appropriateness” indicates the unexpected health benefits of treatment exceed the expected negative consequences by a wide margin.

Methods:

Using the AAOS Appropriate Use Criteria as the benchmark, numerical scores from 1 to 9 assessed appropriateness. For each patient scenario, ChatGPT-4.0 was asked to assign an appropriate score for six treatments to manage acute hip fractures.

Results:

Thirty patient scenarios were evaluated for 180 paired scores. Comparing ChatGPT-4.0 with AAOS scores, there was a positive correlation for multiple cannulated screw fixation, total hip arthroplasty, hemiarthroplasty, and long cephalomedullary nails. Statistically significant differences were observed only between scores for long cephalomedullary nails.

Conclusion:

ChatGPT-4.0 scores were not concordant with AAOS scores, overestimating the appropriateness of total hip arthroplasty, hemiarthroplasty, and long cephalomedullary nails, and underestimating the other three. ChatGPT-4.0 was inadequate in selecting an appropriate treatment deemed acceptable, most reasonable, and most likely to improve patient outcomes.
Fungal Infection of the External Auditory Canal or Otomycosis in Western Libya
Authors: Amal Enbaya  , Alya Duzan  , Taher El Masri
Published: August 2024

Otomycosis has typically been described as fungal infection of the external auditory canal (EAC). The aim of the present work is to report on fungi incremented in this type of infection. The study was conducted at the department of biology, faculty of education, at university of Tripoli. The study was held from June to August 2023 at 30 pretreatment patients of the age group (15 -63) of both sex, males (13) and females (17), attending the outpatient department of Otorhinolaryngology at the two main Medical Centers in Tripoli-Libya, University Tripoli Hospital and Central Tripoli Hospital. External auditory canal exudates were collected, swabs in each patient were observed by direct microscopic examination and cultured in Sabouraud Dextrose Agar (SDA) medium. Using classical standard identification keys at the species level, Aspergillus with Aspergillus niger and Candida with Candida albicans species were reported as the most dominant isolates.
Efektivitas Model Pembelajaran Project-Based Learning Terintegrasi STEM dalam Peningkatan Kemampuan Literasi Sains Peserta Didik Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Telaumbanua Elisabet Indahsari , Tanjung Risdanur Fitra Aulia , Aljeffry Silmi Trirana , Laoli Hezti Nova Yakin , Tafonao Nelvis , Gulo Super Damai Prima , Zega Yaskarya , Telaumbanua Natanael Yamohaga , Harefa Edward
Published: August 2024

This study aims to see the effectiveness of STEM-based PjBL in increasing the science literacy skills of grade IV elementary school students of SDN 075018 Afilaza which totals 52 people. The method used is a quantitative method in the form of an experiment with a Control Growth Pretest-Posttest Design, where there is an experimental group given the PjBL learning model and a control group given a conventional learning model. The data collection technique uses a science literacy test. The data obtained were analyzed using a t-test. The results of this study show that there is an influence of the PjBL learning model on the improvement of science literacy skills, which can be seen from Sig (0.04) < 0.05 and t-count (2.114) > t-table (2.00758) which states that H0 is rejected and H1 is accepted. Based on the N-Gain results, it shows an increase because the N-Gain result of the control group is 0.34 and the N-Gain result of the experimental group is 0.76
A Comparative and Quantitative Analysis of Macronutrients and Micronutrients in Tilapia and Chicken Meat
Authors: Afzal Sadia , Bibi Anbreen , Shahbaz Sana , BiBi Hafiza Sonia , Fatima Sehar
Published: August 2024

Poultry and fish meat play an important role in human nutrition by providing all the essential amino acids and nutrients and more importantly they are economically reliable or cheap. This study is a comprehensive approach for the comparative and quantitative analysis of macronutrients and micronutrients in Tilapia and chicken meat. Objectives: To evaluate the nutritional profiles and potential health benefits of Tilapia and chicken meat. Methods: This study utilized a randomized sampling approach to collect a diverse range of Tilapia and chicken meat samples from local markets. Analytical techniques, Lowery assay (Protein analysis), Soxhlet apparatus (fat content) for macronutrients and spectrophotometry were employed to determine micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, and essential trace elements) in each meat type. The SPSS version 21.0 was used for the comparison of mean with T-Test and at probability level (p<0.05). Results: The results showed that the Tilapia meat have high protein content as compared to chicken which was recorded as (22.167±0.44 g) and (18.667 ± 0.66 g), respectively. The Tilapia meat has low amount of fat (g) content in all the tested samples as compared to chicken meat which was recorded as (2.5 ± 0.28 g) and (4.7 ± 0.43 g), respectively. The mean value of minerals in Tilapia and chicken meat samples was recorded as 1.33 ± 0.06 and 1.2 ± 0.053 g which is not significantly different from each-others. Tilapia meat have high amount of all the tested vitamins as compared to chicken. Tilapia fish meat demonstrated higher levels of high-quality protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin A, B3, B6 C and E and certain essential minerals, such as selenium, calcium, potassium, iron, sodium and iodine. Conclusions: It was concluded that due to distinctive nutritional attributes of fish and chicken meat, individuals can adapt their diets to meet specific health goals and achieve a balanced intake of essential nutrients.
Ultrasound for Identifying Gynecological and Obstetrical Etiologies of First-Trimester Pelvic Pain
Authors: Batool Fatima , Mujahida . , Shakeel Asma , Shahid Momina , Jameel Sayyam , Aslam Rida , Raza Asim
Published: August 2024

For well-being of mother and fetus timely and accurate diagnosis is necessary. Pregnant patients frequently presented with pain and discomfort in the first trimester of pregnancy due to multiple gynaecological and obstetrical causes. Objective: To identify the gynecological and obstetrical causes of first-trimester pelvic pain using ultrasound. Methods: This retrospective, descriptive cross-sectional study was done after obtaining ethical approval from the Institutional Review Board (IRB). Data collection was done retrospectively from Al-Jannat Lab, Lahore. Patient’s medical record of six-month period from April 2023 to September 2023 was reviewed. The data collection was done during time period of November 2023 to January 2024. Data analysis was done on SPSS version 26.0. Results: In this study, retrospective data were collected of 86 patients. Transvaginal Ultrasonography (TVUS) was performed on 43 patients (50.0%) Transabdominal Sonography (TAS) was done on 26 patients (30.2 percent), whereas both scanning techniques were used in 17 cases. Gynaecological causes of pelvic pain detected during first trimester of pregnancy were Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Endometriosis, Ovarian Cyst, Fibroids and Adnexal Torsion whereas Obstetrical causes of pelvic pain were Ectopic Pregnancy, Sub chorionic Hemorrhage, Molar Pregnancy, Heterotopic Pregnancy and Miscarriage. Conclusions: Ultrasound identifies a variety of gynecological and obstetrical causes as a first-line diagnostic tool for pelvic pain in early pregnancy and helps in better patient management and avoids undue interventions
Assessing Knowledge and Practice Among Nurses Regarding Postoperative Wound Care in Public Sector Teaching Hospitals of Peshawar
Authors: Huzaifa Muhammad , Ahmad Imran Waheed , Amin Ibn e , Raheem Kashif , Gul Komal , Aziz Shaista
Published: August 2024

Wound management, or the expert practice carried out by healthcare professionals in a hospital context, poses a significant challenge to patient care. Because the whole expense of wound management was covered by health insurance in various care settings, the impact of wound complications on people and healthcare institutions was typically underestimated or even ignored. Objective: To assess the knowledge and to determine practices among nurses regarding post-operative wound care. Methods: A cross-sectional study design was used among 209 nurses, having at least 1-year experience, of Khyber Teaching Hospital and Hayatabad Medical Complex (KTH and HMC). Data were collected through self-administered questionnaire via convenient sampling. Descriptive statistics and variable were computed using SPSS version 23.0 and correlation and significance was determined among variables. Results: The study showed that 60.8 % nurses had good knowledge while 82.3% had good practices regarding post-operative wound care. Educational level and experience of nurse were significant and positively correlated to the knowledge and practice of nurse regarding wound care. The greater the educational level and experience of nurse, greater is the knowledge and practice of that nurse regarding wound care. Conclusions: Nurses displayed good wound care knowledge and practice. Education and work experience were recognized as key factors impacting nurses' knowledge and practices in the study
Comparative Evaluation of Effects of Propofol and Ketamine versus Dexmedetomidine and Ketamine on Blood Pressure, Heart Rate and Recovery of Patients undergoing Dilatation and Curettage
Authors: Farrukh Raza , Mehreen Moazma , Qurban Faiqa , Ather Salman , Rizwan Asad , Ovais Fatima
Published: August 2024

Cardiovascular stability and fast recovery are fundamentals of anesthesia for day care surgery. Dilatation and curettage is a commonly performed minor surgery in obstetrics and gynecology. Propofol is well-studied agent in short surgical procedures. Dexmedetomidine, popular for conscious and cooperative sedation is being used for minor gynecological procedures nowadays. Objective: To compare the effects of propofol and ketamine combination with dexmedetomidine and ketamine combination on cardiovascular parameters and recovery of patients undergoing dilatation and curettage. Methods: In a quasi-experimental study from March 2021 to August 2021, 136 patients admitted for dilatation and curettage under anesthesia were enrolled. Patients were divided into two groups. Group P+K received intravenous propofol and ketamine and Group D+K received intravenous dexmedetomidine and ketamine. During the procedure, blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen saturation, and recovery time were noted in both groups. Results: The demographic data were comparable in both groups. Group P+K had significantly higher heart rate at 5, 10, 15 min, and at the ending of the procedure as compared to group D+K. Group D+K had significantly higher systolic and diastolic blood pressure at 2 min, 5 min, 10 min, 15 min and at procedure end in comparison with group P+K. Bradycardia was observed in 62 (91.2%) patients in D+K group whereas, in P+K group, hypotension was observed in 16 (23.5%) patients. The mean time to attain MAS (modified aldrete score) of 10 in group P+K was 32.0 ± 2.1 minutes whereas in group D+K was 41.3 ± 2.6 minutes. Conclusions: It was concluded that the use of dexmedetomidine and ketamine in dilatational and curettage provides cardiovascular stability without respiratory depression as compared to propofol and ketamine.
Tác động của marketing giác quan đến giá trị cảm nhận, sự hài lòng và lòng trung thành của khách hàng đối với các chuỗi cửa hàng cà phê - Ứng dụng mô hình lý thuyết SOR
Authors: Dư Thị Chung , Nguyễn Việt Huy
Published: August 2024

Nghiên cứu này ứng dụng mô hình lý thuyết SOR (kích thích - chủ thể - phản hồi) nhằm kiểm định tác động của marketing giác quan đến giá trị cảm nhận, sự hài lòng và lòng trung thành của khách hàng đối với các chuỗi cửa hàng cà phê. Nhóm tác giả sử dụng phương pháp nghiên cứu định lượng với bộ dữ liệu được khảo sát từ 300 khách hàng tại các chuỗi cửa hàng cà phê trên địa bàn thành phố Hồ Chí Minh (TP.HCM), sau đó vận dụng mô hình cấu trúc tuyến tính dựa trên bình phương tối thiểu riêng phần (PLS-SEM) để phân tích dữ liệu. Kết quả nghiên cứu cho thấy chiến lược marketing giác quan có tác động thuận chiều đến giá trị cảm nhận của khách hàng, trong đó, yếu tố kích thích thị giác có tác động mạnh nhất, tiếp đến là xúc giác, khứu giác, thính giác và vị giác. Kết quả nghiên cứu cũng khẳng định giá trị cảm nhận có tác động thuận chiều đến sự hài lòng và lòng trung thành của khách hàng. Bên cạnh đó, sự hài lòng là yếu tố ảnh hưởng đáng kể đến lòng trung thành của khách hàng đối với chuỗi cửa hàng cà phê. Từ những kết quả đạt được, nghiên cứu đề xuất một số chỉ dẫn gợi ý cho các doanh nghiệp kinh doanh cửa hàng cà phê tại TP.HCM.
Off-label pharmacotherapy of obesity: a systematic review
Authors: Ro Roger Rafael Porto , Caetano Tamara
Published: August 2024

Introduction: In the context of obesity pharmacotherapy, some anti-obesity medications (monoamine oxidase inhibitors - MAOIs) have been approved by the Federal Drug Administration (FDA). MAOIs is indicated in combination with lifestyle changes to control overweight and obesity. Some drugs used off-label are accumulating evidence for weight management. Objective: It was to carry out a systematic review to present the off-label pharmacotherapy of obesity through the outcomes of clinical studies. Methods: The present study followed a concise systematic review model (PRISMA). The literary search process was carried out from May to July 2023 and developed based on Web of Science, Scopus, PubMed, Science Direct, Scielo, and Google Scholar, using scientific articles from 2002 to 2023. The low quality of evidence was attributed to case reports, editorials, and brief communications, according to the GRADE instrument. The risk of bias was analyzed according to the Cochrane instrument using the Funnel Plot chart. Results and Conclusion: It was found 132 studies that were submitted to the eligibility analysis and, then, 16 of the 48 total studies were selected. Most studies showed homogeneity in their results, with X2 =95.1% >50%. The Funnel Plot graph showed a symmetrical behavior, not suggesting a significant risk of bias in the studies. Some drugs used off-label are accumulating evidence for weight management. As an example, tirzepatide is a new drug approved by the FDA in May 2022 for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus and can be used off-label for the treatment of obesity. In 2013, the first published study showed that metformin up to a dose of 2500 mg per day is an effective medication to reduce weight. AMPK2 is one of the possible targets of metformin for the treatment of obesity. Although metformin treatment in participants receiving a placebo appears to result in an initial decrease in BMI and HOMA-IR, there is no evidence of a sustained effect after prolonged use in adolescents. Low-certainty evidence suggests that off-label fluoxetine may decrease weight compared with placebo. Sustained-release bupropion was more effective than placebo in weight loss when combined with a 500 kcal deficit diet. Treatment with pramlinitide (up to 240 mg three times daily) for 16 weeks resulted in a placebo-corrected reduction in body weight of 3.7%, and 31% of subjects treated with pramlinitide achieved ≥5% weight loss vs. 2% with placebo. Oral melatonin replacement increases the volume and activity of brown adipose tissue, promoting thermogenesis and adipose tissue metabolism with consequent weight loss.
Impact of Machine Learning Integration in Qur’anic Studies
Authors: Iqbal Arshad , Hassan Shabbir
Published: August 2024

The advancement in the field of computer science, especially in machine learning (ML), represents a flourishing innovation that carries great importance in the domain of education. The beneficial impact of ML can also be observed in the realm of Qur’anic studies, particularly in Arabic text recognition and recitation analysis. This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of 34+ published scholarly articles devoted to Qur’anic studies. This work explores the convergence of machine learning methodologies and Qur’anic studies, examining the innovative applications and methodologies for Arabic text and voice classification. The fusion of ML algorithms makes the work easy and accurate to analyze, interpret, and extract valuable insights from the sacred text. Subsequently, we delves deeper into the emergent field of ML algorithms like k-NN, ANN, BLSTM, MFCC, SVM, NB and DL approaches have been adapted for Qur’anic texts classification, recitation and recitation analysis on accuracy, speed, class recognition, response rate and biasness benchmark. This work covers a diverse range of applications, including automated Qur’anic exegesis and analysis of usage of Ahkam Al-Tajweed. The main contribution of the work is to provide insight into how ML facilitates in Arabic and Kufic textual analysis, linguistic subtleties, and thematic structures of the Qur’anic text. Using the deep learning approaches, the reciters, recitation style and of the Quranic text has also explained in the work.
CAUSAS DA INSTITUCIONALIZAÇÃO DE IDOSOS/AS EM ILPI NO ESTADO DO MARANHÃO
Authors: Teixeira Leila Daniela Sousa Ferreira , Cavalcante Francisca Verônica
Published: August 2024

O presente artigo é parte da dissertação de Mestrado intitulada “Solar do Outono: um olhar a cerca da institucionalização de idosos/as em Instituição de Longa Permanência para Idosos (ILPI) do Estado do Maranhão” apresentada ao Programa de Sociologia da Universidade Federal do Piauí no Biênio de 2022-2023, tem como objetivo compreender quais são as principais causas da institucionalização de idosos/as em ILPI pesquisada no Estado do Maranhão tendo em vista que pouco se sabe sobre as causas da institucionalização de idosos/as no Estado por serem poucas as pesquisas feitas a cerca da temática. A relevância do presente trabalho está em trazer a cena as causas da institutucionalização de idosos/as no referido Estado, bem como sucitar o debate das políticas públicas e dos diversos setores da sociedade sobre a questão. Para realização da pesquisa realizou-se estudo de caso, observação participante, entrevistas semi-estruturadas com profissionais e 6 (seis) idosos/as. Como principais resultados, idendificou-se como causas da instititucionalização as violências, principalmente o abandono, a negligência, bem como a vulnerabilidade e ausência de cuidados.
DEVELOPMENT OF CRITICAL READING AND WRITING PRACTICES IN A SCENARIO CROSSED BY DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES
Authors: Martins Cibelle Amorim , Abella Leticia Beatriz Gambetta
Published: August 2024

Faced with the new algorithmic arrangements that shape and are shaped in Internet navigation, we ask ourselves how to improve reading comprehension processes immersed in contemporary communicative contexts marked by the growing expressiveness of digital technologies based on the Internet. For this reason, a research is carried out whose main objective is to develop teaching strategies that contribute to critical reading and writing practices in Higher Education. The methodological approach is qualitative, based on procedural action research, organized in four stages. Preliminary results indicate that a large part of the sample is induced to choose content influenced by the algorithms, which in turn are fed back by the “echo chamber.” Which leads us to an incipient conclusion that it is necessary to prepare students to minimally master the functioning of Internet navigation, seeking to critically understand its limits and possibilities as an aid in the construction of knowledge.