bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Um passo de cada vez no Passinho dos Maloka:
Authors: Meireles Danilo , Meirinho Daniel
Published: July 2024

O Passinho dos Maloka tem se consolidado na cena da música periférica brasileira como movimento cultural e de dança que propõe na contemporaneidade formulações epistêmicas enunciadas pelos seus sujeitos dançantes, sobretudo em circulação nas redes sociais digitais como o Instagram. Com isso, este artigo se propõe a estabelecer conexões epistêmicas e empíricas ao fenômeno do movimento bregafunk nordestino a partir do 58 Cambiassu, v. 19, n. 33 – Jan./Jun. 2024 entrecruzamento e possíveis aproximações das Teorias da Comunicação Midiática e suas estruturas conceituais de corpo enquanto dispositivo midiático comunicativo. O percurso metodológico se estrutura nas formas de hibridização da análise do discurso e da exploração dos conceitos de corpo, cultura, partilha do comum, contraconduta e espetáculo. Assim, o texto propõe uma discussão acerca da compreensão de como as Teorias da Comunicação Midiática podem oferecer ferramentas de cunho analítico e metodológico para explorar objetos de pesquisa contemporâneos, dada à sua mobilidade e constante atualização.
Diversos motivos para guardar um traje no armário:
Authors: Garcia Yuri , Lima Ellen Alves , Lopes Luccas Pinheiro , Bastos Thiago
Published: July 2024

O artigo procura analisar a concepção da figura do herói na série de televisão Watchmen (2019), enfatizando a importância da representatividade de determinadas classes minoritárias. Em um amplo repertório dessa figura na história ocidental, percebemos a constante repetição de um imagético hegemônico masculino, eurocêntrico, branco, heterossexual, cisgênero. Nesse trabalho, iremos investigar a desconstrução desse padrão dominante através da análise de três personagens centrais na série: Angela Abar, uma mulher negra forte, inteligente e determined a; William Reeves, o primeiro vigilante que usa máscara para se proteger de uma sociedade racista; Dr. Manhattan, reconfigurado como um herói semideus negro. Com elementos inovadores, Watchmen foca na representatividade não apenas em seus heróis, mas também em todo seu desenvolvimento e reestruturação de uma narrativa histórica de injustiças sociais
Comparative Study of the Technological Potential of Durum Wheat Varieties after Natural Aging
Authors: Dridi Amina , Soussa Amel , Daas Hiba , Djendi Manel Lina , Sağlam Kübra
Published: July 2024

Background: Durum wheat [Triticum turgidum L. ssp. durum (Desf.) Husn.] is one of the most essential cereal species and is cultivated worldwide over almost 17 million ha, with a global production of 38.1 million tonnes in 2019 (Ioannis et al., 2020). Cereal grains have always been the main source of food for humans and domestic animals. In Algeria, cereal products, mainly wheat, play a strategic role in the food system and the national economy. Knowledge of the phenomena governing their preservation and mastery of storage techniques are crucial to the survival of the world’s population. The world human population is increasing day by day and estimated to reach 8.0 billion by 2025 and 8.9 billion by 2050. Methods: The ideal of this work was to study the effect of natural aging on the viability and technological quality of four kinds of durum wheat, saved for two years under two storage conditions, favorable conditions in the cold room, temperature (-04°C); moisture (12%) and inimical conditions (medium), temperature estimated between 11 and 37°C and relative moisture of 30 to 85 83%. To do this, a study of morphological, physiological, biochemical and technological parameters was initiated on the seed and on the whole factory. Result: The protein content values recorded are low compared to the control under both conditions (favorable, inimical) of natural aging; the differences are veritably largely significant. A significant increase in proline situations in seeds subordinated to natural aging compared to the control. Under good natural aging conditions, we notice that the different genotypes tested record low answerable sugar contents compared to the control; whereas under inimical NA conditions, we note a significant increase in answerable sugar content; the differences are veritably largely significant. The results attained show that, in general, the kinds are more sensitive to inimical conditions of natural aging, while without favorable conditions, the effect is less drastic.
NATURAL LANGUAGE PROCESSING-BASED BLENDED LEARNING IN THE EFL FLIPPED CLASSROOM: A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK AND PROPOSED DESIGNS
Authors: Baskara Risang
Published: July 2024

The use of Natural Language Processing (NLP) in the English as a Foreign Language (EFL) flipped classroom has the potential to support blended learning and enhance learner autonomy and language development. However, there is a need for more research on the use of NLP in the EFL flipped classroom. This paper addresses this research gap by proposing a conceptual framework for using NLP in the EFL flipped classroom and a set of proposed designs and activities incorporating NLP to enhance learner autonomy and language development. This paper aims to provide a conceptual framework for using NLP in the EFL flipped classroom and propose a set of designs and activities incorporating NLP to enhance learner autonomy and language development. This paper's methodology involves reviewing the literature on NLP and the flipped classroom and developing a conceptual framework and proposed designs and activities. The product of this paper is a conceptual framework for using NLP in the EFL flipped classroom to support blended learning and a set of proposed designs and activities that incorporate NLP to enhance learner autonomy and language development. This paper concludes that NLP has the potential to support blended learning and enhance learner autonomy and language development in the EFL flipped classroom. However, further research is needed to evaluate these approaches' effectiveness and identify best practices for using NLP in the EFL flipped classroom.
EXPLORING THE BENEFITS OF CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT FOR STUDENTS
Authors: Nursaputri Esamada Rose , Aisyah Siti
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this study is to elucidate the meaning of curricular development and the advantages it offers to students. The advantages of curricular development, particularly for students, will be the subject of a literature study by the author. It is anticipated that the findings of this study will significantly affect pupils. It is hoped that in the future, the academic community will take the many advantages of curricular modifications seriously and fully, provided they are informed about them and understand their obvious benefits. so that the beneficial effects can be felt. The experimental studies and literature reviews published online by authorized publications with a DOI serve as the source of the data. These journals were acquired from a number of sources, including Google Scholar, Taylor & Francis, Research Gate, and others. 30 open access journals were chosen in this study so that the entire texts could be evaluated. The results of a review of several works of literature revealed three main themes of the benefits of curriculum development for students. These include relevance and real-world application, students’ needs and interest fulfillment, and enhancement of critical thinking and problem-solving skills
APPLICATION OF THE TEAM GAMES TOURNAMENT METHOD TO IMPROVE MASTERY OF ARABIC VOCABULARY AT SMP IT AL-MUNADI MEDAN
Authors: Nasution Dea Safhira , Salamuddin Salamuddin
Published: July 2024

This study is a Classroom Action Research (CAR) aimed at increasing enthusiasm for learning and revealing the effectiveness of the Team Games Tournament (TGT) method in enhancing students' mastery of Arabic vocabulary. The subjects were 29 students of class VII at SMP IT Al-Munadi. Data collection techniques included observation, interviews, and documentation. The research was conducted in two cycles, following the stages of (1) planning, (2) implementing, (3) observing, and (4) reflecting. Children naturally enjoy listening and playing, making play an important part of the teaching and learning process for young students. Vocabulary mastery among students before using the TGT method was categorized as excellent (78-88), good (67-77), and less good (below 67). After using the TGT method, vocabulary mastery improved, with criteria of excellent (90-100), good (78-88), and poor (50-60). The results indicate that students at SMP IT Al-Munadi enjoy learning Arabic through play and can more easily remember the vocabulary taught. Some students were able to memorize vocabulary after multiple repetitions by the teacher. In conclusion, playing techniques can effectively enhance students' mastery of Arabic vocabulary, particularly at SMP IT Al-Munadi.
Rethinking education development cooperation in new times through Bauman’s theory of modernity
Authors: Yoo Eunji ,   Global Studeis Education Association
Published: July 2024

Contemporary society is undergoing an unprecedented level of change, characterized by uncertainty, instability, and insecurity. Long-held certainties are being replaced by unpredictability, impacting various aspects of human life. Meanwhile, education development cooperation has achieved notable successes; however, it has also faced substantial criticism. Education development cooperation is affected by social circumstances and contexts, necessitating adaptation to rapidly changing social conditions. This study aims to explore how education development cooperation can effectively respond to these social changes and adapt to new contexts, adopting Zygmunt Bauman’s theory of modernity. By analyzing global education agendas, this study seeks to identify limitations and propose future directions for education development cooperation.
Classifying Nature-Inspired Swarm Algorithms for Sustainable Autonomous Mining
Authors: Tan Joven , Melkoumian Noune , Harvey David , Akmeliawati Rini
Published: July 2024

Over the resent decade, swarm-based algorithms have been utilized for automation in the mining industry. However, there is lack of understanding of their specific contributions at different stages of the mining process, in the broader sense. This paper classifies the optimization of mining lifecycle and swarm robotic systems based on reviewing nine nature-inspired algorithms for sustainable mining. Namely, the following swarm-based algorithms have been considered: Ant Colony Optimization (ACO), Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO), Artificial Bee Colony (ABC), Firefly Algorithm (FA), Bat Algorithm (BA), Krill Herd Algorithm (KHA), Grey Wolf Optimizer (GWO), Salp Swarm Algorithm (SSA) and Grasshopper Optimization Algorithm (GOA). In this study, we conduct a systematic review of their impact on spatial organization, navigation, and collective decision-making, which in their turn can help to improve exploration accuracy, mine planning precision, and transportation efficiency. This research highlights the utility of nature-inspired algorithms that can contribute to specific mining phases and operations and should allow to achieve a more efficient and targeted mine optimization, greater environmental sustainability and improved mine safety.
Internal structure and patterns of distribution of mineral types of rare metal pegmatites in the Darai Pech valley (Kunar province, Afghanistan)
Authors: Evdokimov A. , Yusufzay A. , Musazay A.
Published: July 2024

The granite pegmatites of Afghanistan are known for deposits of rare metals: Li, Be, Cs, Ta, Nb, Rb, Sn, etc. Ores in the Darai Pech valley of the Kunar province contain crystals of beryl, spodumene, pollucite, and tantalite and are of interest to industry. The article discusses the petrographic features of pegmatite bodies, their internal structure, and the morphological parameters of ore bodies. Particular attention is paid to changes in the mineralogical composition of pegmatite bodies depending on the vertical distance from the parent intrusive rock.
Over 20 pegmatite bodies have been studied. Four types of pegmatite veins are identified with distance from the granite intrusion: 1) essentially plagioclase-microcline, biotite-muscovite pegmatites with rare beryl, schorl, and garnet; 2) albitized microcline and microcline-albite pegmatites with coarse-crystalline beryl, tantalite-columbite, schorl, kunzite, and polychrome tourmaline; 3) albite pegmatites with rare spodumene, finely disseminated beryl, and columbite-tantalite; 4) albite-spodumene pegmatites with columbite-tantalite, cassiterite, clevelandite, lepidolite, kunzite, and polychrome tourmaline. Simultaneously, content of biotite decreases and those of muscovite and clevelandite increase, which positively correlates with contents of rare metal mineralization, piezo-optical raw materials, and precious stones.
Individual pegmatite veins have asymmetrical zoning: the footwall has relatively fine- and medium-grained rocks and the hanging wall – coarse-grained rocks.
MICRONOLA WADICOLA AMSEL, 1935 (EREBIDAE HYPENODINAE MICRONOCTUINI) FROM PANTELLERIA ISLAND, A NEW GENUS AND NEW SPECIES FOR THE EUROPEAN FAUNA
Authors: TIMOSSI GIOVANNI , COVIELLO MARGHERITA , LO VERDE GABRIELLA , RAGUSA ERNESTO , ZILLI ALBERTO
Published: July 2024

Micronola wadicola Amsel, 1935 is recorded for the first time from Europe based on a single male collected in the island of Pantelleria (Strait of Sicily, Italy), near Bagno dell’Acqua lake. The species was previously known from Jordan, SW Iran, SW Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Yemen. Identification hints, information and illustrations are provided. The finding of this species shows that the inventorying of the lepidoptera fauna of Pantelleria, from where 151 species have so far been recorded, is still far away from completion and needs further efforts. Key Words: Lepidoptera, Erebidae, moths, new record, Pantelleria, Italy, Europe
Alpha sets and their hulls: analytical relationships in the plane case
Authors: Uspenskii Alexander A. , Lebedev Pavel D.
Published: July 2024

The class of closed sets of two-dimensional Euclidean space that are not Chebyshev sets in common case is considered. Sets are studied from the standpoint of two well-known definitions that generalize the classical definition of a convex set. Within the framework of these definitions, analytical relationships are established between the parameters characterizing non-convex sets. A formula for calculating the function that determines the degree of nonconvexity of a closed set, and a formula for calculating the radius of the support ball are found. The areas of application of the studied structures in the theory of control of dynamic systems are indicated. An illustrative example is given in which a procedure for analytical calculating the Chebyshev layer of a non-convex set with discontinuous curvature of its boundary is proposed.
Where’s my Button? : Search Haptics in Seamless Tangible User Interfaces
Authors:   , Breitschaft Stefan Josef
Published: July 2024

In recent years automotive interiors have been dominated by the transition from traditional analog button interfaces towards the digitalization of interaction. This led to a reduction of hardware keys, surface-integration of control panels, and fusion of design and interactive surface, ultimately resulting in the implementation of large, mostly flat, and featureless interactive surfaces. This trend towards surface-integration of tangible user interfaces creates an apparent conflict of aesthetics and usability — especially in safety-relevant interactions like automotive. Despite pleasing and modern-looking, featureless surfaces lack the subtle search haptic sensations from analog button interfaces that constitute a high-quality impression and a safe, easy, and potentially eyes-free interaction. Haptic technologies — passive or active — are increasingly implemented in featureless surfaces to restore the tangibility known from traditional interfaces in order to resolve the conflict of aesthetics and usability. Despite many potentially suitable technologies, the typical approach has primarily been technology-focused. Fundamental psychological, perception, and design aspects of haptic interfaces are often neglected during development. There is no common understanding of bridging the gap between tactually rich, analog and modern, large, flat digital interface surfaces to retain the strong tactile impression of traditional analog button interfaces. This thesis focuses on what "good" search haptics means, discusses user-centered requirements for potential technologies and proposes basic search haptic design principles. The goal is to explore how passive and active haptic technologies must be implemented to design a rich search haptic impression that supports a potentially eyes-free interaction on otherwise flat and seamless surfaces. The thesis is organized into four parts: Part 1 gives a general introduction to haptics and describes the fundamentals of haptic perception. Furthermore, it presents an experience-focused categorization methodology of current haptic technologies and a psychologically-driven framework for the haptic design of automotive user interfaces. Part 2 examines associative and communicative characteristics of passive haptic forms concerning their fitting and benefit for search haptics. Part 3 explores the design space of active haptic technologies, particularly electrostatic friction modulation, for search haptic interactions. Part 4 concludes and discusses all research findings concerning how technologies can be utilized for appropriate search haptic design. It derives guidelines for the design of search haptic impulses in automotive interfaces.
Prática esportiva e desempenho acadêmico no ensino médio do Instituto Federal de Mato Grosso
Authors: Marques Fernanda Gabriella Pedroso , Coelho-Ravagnani Christianne de Faria , Pizarro Juliano Oliveira , Calvo Adriano Percival Calderaro , Ravagnani Fabricio Cesar de Paula
Published: July 2024

Objetivos: A presente pesquisa teve o objetivo de verificar se a participação esportiva nos jogos do Instituto Federal de Mato Grosso (IFMT) interfere no desempenho acadêmico de estudantes do ensino médio. Metodologia: Os estudantes do estudo foram divididos em dois grupos, conforme a participação nos JIFMT. A amostra foi composta por 74 estudantes não participantes (16,80 ± 1,22 anos de idade) e 74 estudantes participantes (17,10 ± 1,25 anos de idade), de ambos os sexos, dos Jogos do Instituto Federal de Mato Grosso (JIFMT). A coleta de dados ocorreu no ano de 2018 em dois momentos distintos: durante os JIFMT para os estudantes participantes; após o período dos JIFMT via online para os estudantes não participantes dos JIFMT. Ambos os grupos responderam a um questionário sociodemográfico, e o desempenho acadêmico foi obtido a partir do histórico acadêmico disponibilizado pela própria instituição. Nosso estudo tem caráter descritivo e transversal. Foram utilizadas as análises estatísticas, seguidas de análises inferenciais não paramétricas e teste de comparação. Resultados e discussão: o grupo de participantes dos JIFMT apresentou desempenho acadêmico similar ao grupo dos não participantes no conceito acadêmico. Logo, não houve prejuízo nem melhora. Os participantes da competição (54,1%) consideram-se fisicamente mais ativos do que os não participantes (25,7%), além de ter mais engajamento/pretensão em praticar atividade física. Conclusões: a participação nos jogos não afetou o desempenho acadêmico de estudantes, consequentemente, os JIFMT não impediram que os estudantes alcançassem um similar desempenho acadêmico ao grupo de não participantes.
O sujeito idoso gay no Instagram
Authors: Costa Cleyton Antônio da
Published: July 2024

Filiado ao dispositivo teórico-analítico da Análise de Discurso, a partir das elaborações de Michel Pêcheux, na França, e de Eni Orlandi no Brasil, o presente artigo tem como objetivo analisar as produções discursivas a partir de um perfil de um sujeito idoso gay na rede social on-line “Instagram”, entendendo que as formas de se dizer do sujeito idoso gay, por meio de enunciados e imagens do sujeito idoso gay, permitem a produção e a circulação de outros sentidos. Busca-se investigar, assim, como se dá a inscrição do sujeito idoso gay, constituindo-se a partir de suas lutas, memórias e vivências, além de ocupar diferentes lugares, como o espaço digital
Entre a circulação e a fixação
Authors: Melo Thamires Vieira Martins de , Maciel Lidiane Maria , Silva Fabiana Felix do Amaral e
Published: July 2024

O presente artigo tem como proposta realizar uma reflexão sobre o espaço de memória coletiva do Largo da Matriz de São José dos Campos/SP, a partir de observações realizadas durante uma obra de revitalização entre os anos de 2022 e 2023. Visa apresentar um olhar de perto e dentro das ações cotidianas e relações sociais das pessoas que habitam este espaço, especificamente, da população em situação de rua. Os resultados da observação apontam que a população em situação de rua utiliza este espaço para recreação, lazer e sociabilização, como também faz uso coletivo do espaço como estratégia de sobrevivência. Tais resultados remetem ao passado reescrito no presente, uma vez que o Largo, que era o centro social da cidade, se modifica e aponta para novos usos vinculados às trocas econômicas.
A crise democrática e a infocracia
Authors: Lima Mariana Marques de
Published: July 2024

A resenha tem por objetivo apresentar a obra do filósofo sul-coreano, Byung-Chul Han, Infocracia: digitalização e a crise da democracia. O autor argumenta que a ascensão da infocracia, um sistema baseado em informações digitais, deteriora os fundamentos basilares da democracia. Han preconiza que a digitalização, por meio das redes sociais, promoveu a fragmentação da opinião pública, facilitando a propagação de desinformação e polarização a partir do que denominou de tribos digitais. Desta forma, a proliferação de algoritmos e a coleta massiva de dados resulta numa sociedade de vigilância que opera pela coleta de dados e informações.
The reality of school principals’ practice of educational leadership styles in Aqaba Governorate and their relationship to solving school problems from the teachers’ point of view
Authors: Al-Hayat Hanan Salam Hassan
Published: July 2024

The study aimed to determine the extent to which school principals in Aqaba Governorate practice educational leadership styles and their relationship to school problems from the teachers’ point of view. The study followed the descriptive analytical approach, where a questionnaire was developed that consisted of 54 items divided into two areas: Patterns of educational leadership and school problems. They were applied to the study sample, which consisted of (319) male and female teachers from Aqaba Governorate. The study found that the democratic leadership style is the most applied style in schools in Aqaba Governorate, followed by the autocratic style and the hierarchical pattern. The results also showed that the most common school problems facing the administration in schools in Aqaba Governorate are problems related to students, followed by problems related to the teacher, and problems related to parents. The results also showed a statistically significant relationship between the democratic leadership style and solving school problems. At the same time, there is a negative relationship between autocratic and hierarchical leadership patterns and problem solving. The study recommended the need to provide training courses for school leaders on educational leadership styles and how to apply them effectively in the school environment.
Degree of Awareness of Art Education Teachers in Using Electronic Websites and Their Role in Developing Artistic Expression Skills among Elementary School Female Students in Al-Qweismeh.
Authors: Hussein Afaf Tayseer Abdullah Haj
Published: July 2024

This study aims to assess the awareness level of art education teachers regarding the use of electronic websites and their role in developing artistic expression skills among elementary school female students in Al-Qweismeh. The research uses quantitative research methods, utilizing the descriptive analytical approach. A questionnaire was used as the research tool to collect data from a study sample comprising 210 art education teachers in the Al-Qweismeh region. The study found that the awareness level of art education teachers in Al-Qweismeh regarding the use of electronic websites is high. Additionally, the role of electronic websites in developing artistic expression for elementary school students, as perceived by art education teachers in Al-Qweismeh, is also rated as high. The results indicated no statistically significant differences, at a significance level of (α ≤ 0.05), in the awareness level of art education teachers concerning the use of electronic websites based on variables such as experience and academic qualifications. Based on these findings, the study recommends the necessity of utilizing diverse electronic websites that cater to the needs of elementary school students with varying artistic skill levels.
The Impact of Strategic Planning in Achieving Institutional Excellence (A field Study on Public Universities in Hadramaut Governorate)
Authors: Al-Jahouri Dr. Hussein Abdel Qader Mohsen
Published: July 2024

The study aimed to identify the impact of strategic planning in achieving institutional excellence in public universities in Hadramout Governorate, descriptive analytical approach was used based questionnaire, study population consisted all of administrative workers in Yemeni public universities in Hadramout Governorate, a Purposeful sample was used, and after conducting analysis of data and hypotheses the study reached a set of results, Most notably: It appeared that there is a very strong relationship between strategic planning and institutional excellence in public universities in Hadramaut Governorate, amounting to (0.981), and the study proved that there are no statistically significant differences between the respondents’ responses regarding strategic planning and institutional excellence in the public universities in Hadhramout Governorate due to personal and occupational variables. The study recommended developing specific and systematic mechanisms that ensure broader participation of the university’s internal and external community when formulating the university’s vision and mission, and when updating it, taking into account that the message includes the main axes of the nature of the university’s work, which are: the educational process, scientific research, and community service, while considering values as a starting point and an umbrella for these axes.
HOUSEWIVES EMPOWERMENT THROUGH WASTE RECYCLE BAGS TRAINING
Authors: Ajija Shochrul Rohmatul , Rumayya  , Rahmawati Yessi , Munawaroh Siti , Fitriyana Zidna , Setyorini Wahyu , Alif Pevi , Sellawati Mei
Published: July 2024

The Garbage Bank is a strategy for implementing the Reduce, Reuse, Recycle (3R) principles in waste management in society. Airlangga University through the community program held a Garbage Bank activity located in RT 20 Tanah Kali Kedinding Village. This activity was attended by ten participants from housewives in the area. Since 2020, the Garbage Bank in this area has been carried out, however it still needs a follow-up community service programs so that the Garbage Bank becomes more representative and productive. The Surabaya City Government's policy that prohibits the use of plastic bags in shops/malls provides an opportunity for the Kali Kedinding Land Waste Bank Manager to process inorganic waste into useful and economically valuable items such as shopping bags. In this regard, housewives as waste bank managers also have a strong will to manage inorganic waste. However, there are several problems related to the development of expertise in making shopping bags from inorganic household waste. Not all housewives have a good understanding of using inorganic waste and processing it into shopping bags that have a sale value. Based on these problems, this community service program is directed at providing training on sewing bags from inorganic household waste, training on selling products online through marketplaces, training on business financial management, and training on business organizational governance. The training was conducted in four meetings with a different topic each week. It is hoped that this program can increase awarness about waste management and improve the community's economy.  This is in accordance with the indicators of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), namely increasing economic growth, productive employment opportunities, and decent work for the community, and focusing on the efficient use of resources, minimizing waste, and increasing the production of recycled waste in the environment.
MENIAR EXTRACT NANO CONCENTRATE AND MILK PROCESSING TRAINING TO BOOST KELOMPOK PERAH JAYA JOMBANG'S INCOME
Authors: Hidanah Sri , Sabdoningrum Emy Koestanti , Al-Arif Anam , Hasib Fatin , Soeharsono Soeharsono , Rahmawati Kadek , Yudaniayanti Ira
Published: July 2024

Segunung is one of the six Dusun in Carangwulung, Wonosalam, Jombang, East Java where Sapi Perah Jaya and Wanita Tani Perah Jaya groups manage to breed 210 dairy cows. The milk produced is deposited to KUD Anjasmoro before being transferred to the milk processing industry and some is processed by Wanita Tani Perah Jaya into pasteurized milk. The problems faced by dairy farmers, especially after the Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak, are the decreasing milk and feed production, and livestock health. The problem faced by Wanita Tani Perah Jaya is a lack of knowledge about dairy product verification and marketing. To solve this problem the researchers administer nano meniran extract containing bioactive compounds such as flavonoids and Saponin flavonoids, as an immunomodulator, stimulate and improve the immune system and the impaired immune function, while Saponins increase the diameter of the villi and the permeability of intestinal cell walls, thereby affecting the absorption of nutrients carried by feed. If the immunity increases and the absorption of feed nutrients is good, it will increase milk production in dairy cows. Through this community service activity, there will be increased empowerment of partners of the Sapi Perah Jaya Group with training in making concentrate with meniran nano extract as well as milk processing at the Wanita Tani Perah Jaya. The solution is to diversify milk in the form of yogurt. This activity was carried out using three methods: 1) Counseling on making beef concentrate with the addition of nano meniran extract, making yogurt and marketing dairy products, 2) Training on making the concentrate and making yogurt 3) Monitoring and evaluation that was carried out every month for 3 months after the counseling and training were carried out. The results obtained from this community service are the increased empowerment of partners and the increased skills of farmers in making concentrates and dairy products in the form of yogurt and marketing them. The successful application of technology through community service can increase the income and welfare of these two groups.
THE EXAMINATION OF URINALYSIS PROFILES OF PREGNANT WOMEN AND TODDLER AS AN EFFORTS OF SCREENING THE POTENTIAL OCCURRENCE OF STUNTING INCIDENTS AND LOW BIRTH WEIGHT BABIES IN PENJARINGAN FLATS, RUNGKUT DISTRICT, SURABAYA
Authors: Ajrina Amalia , Ratna Wahyuni  , Taufiqurrahman sidqi  , Anita kurniati
Published: July 2024

Penjaringan Sari Flats is a solution implemented by the Surabaya City Government to overcome the limited housing in Surabaya. Due to the high number of residents , Penjaringan Sari Flats have a rapid and spread infectious rate. One of the impacts of infectious diseases that may be experienced by pregnant women and also children under five aged is low birth weight (LBW) babies and stunting. One solution to reduce the number of stunting and LBW that can be done is screening at early conditions of infection in pregnant women and toddler using the urine examination method (urinalysis). In examining a urine sample which is examined using the dipstick method (urinalysis using strips), 11 parameters can be read. Three of the eleven dipstick parameters (nitrite, leukocytes, and protein) were stated to be sufficient to screen a patient's initial infection profile. Participants in this community service activity are residents of Penjaringan Sari flats who are female, pregnant, and/or small children aged up to 5 years. The first stage carried out was the introduction of this program and activity plan to the Head of Penjaringan Sari Subdistrict. Data collection on the number of pregnant women and toddlers in Penjaringan Sari Village using observational methods. Data collection was carried out personally by the Head of Community Service accompanied by local women community. The number of pregnant women is 40 and toddlers are 60 as of August 2023. The results of urine sample examinations from 74 patients from residents of Penjaringan Sari Subdistrict are divided into two different categories: pregnant women and toddlers. In the category of pregnant women, around 90% of patients had positive leukocyte results, 60% had proteinuria, and 10% showed positive urine nitrite. In the second group, namely toddlers, the results showed that around 58.13% showed positive leukocytes, around 16.27% experienced proteinuria, and 4.65% of toddler patients had positive nitrite values.
ENTREPREUNERSHIP TRAINING TO ENHANCE THE ENTERPRENEURIAL KNOWLEDGE AN SKILL OF THE DEAF COMMUNITY
Authors: Sari Dewi Ratna , Rochmanti Maftuchah , Rimbun Rimbun
Published: July 2024

Disabilities have equal rights as Indonesian citizens, including employment and entrepreneurship rights. The implementation of policies regarding the obligation of institutions to employ people with disabilities is still far from expected. Limited job information and access to education and job training programs are challenges in realizing economic independence for disabled persons. Therefore, it is very important to conduct community service activities aimed at increasing the entrepreneurial knowledge and skills of the Deaf Community through entrepreneurship training in order to reach economic independence. Nine Deaf Friends and four Sign Language Interpreters were involved in this study. The training was carried out by online method for three sessions, once a week. The questionnaires were distributed to assess the participants' level of knowledge before and after training. Each participant was required to develop and present a business plan in order to improve their entrepreneurial abilities. Two expert judges evaluated and provided constructive feedback to all participants.  The knowledge of participants before the training was 65.9 + 6.2, and increased by 12.4% to 74.1 + 10.8 after training. Participants were able to develop business proposals by the end of the program, with an average score of 7.6 + 0.7. Entrepreneurship training is able to enhance the entrepreneurial knowledge and skills of the Deaf Friends. This entrepreneurship training is a provision to assist the deaf community in creating and developing businesses that will lead to economic independence in the future.
Features and Relapse/Refractory Disease Risk Factors of Patients with Acquired Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura in the Western Mediterranean Region of Turkey
Authors: Ataş Ünal , Gülşen Sevgi , Koç Lütfullah Zahit , Yücel Orhan Kemal , Iltar Utku , Salim Ozan , Kurtoğlu Erdal , Ündar Levent , Karakuş Volkan
Published: July 2024

The importance of parameters that predict and prevent relapse has increased in thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP), where response and overall survival rates exceed 90% with current approaches. In this respect, we examined the clinical presentations, laboratory findings, treatments, treatment responses, states of relapsed/refractory disease and overall survival rates of immune-mediated TTP (iTTP) patients in the western Mediterranean region. 35 adult patients who were diagnosed with iTTP in the last 10 years were included in the study. The median follow-up period of the patients was 46 (2-118) months, and 32 patients (91.4%) survived. While clinical remission was achieved in 20 (57.1%) patients in the first-line treatment group, clinical remission was achieved in 20 of 21 patients who received second-line treatment due to relapsed/refractory disease. Rituximab, which was used as the first-line treatment in only 4 patients, was given to 14 patients as the second-line treatment. Due to relapse, 5 patients received third-line treatment, and 2 patients received fourth-line treatment. There was no relationship between age, sex, clinical presentation, laboratory findings, the number of plasmapheresis treatments, and either ADAMTS13 inhibitor levels or relapsed/refractory disease. Although several parameters, such as age, low ADAMTS13 activation, and high lactate dehydrogenase, have been reported to be prognostic in the past, we believe that these findings should be reconsidered with current treatment approaches that provide a greater than 90% response and overall survival. In our study, we did not detect either a predictive factor for relapsed/refractory disease or a clinical indicator influenced by ADAMTS13 inhibitor levels.
Strategies to build a robotic liver surgery program
Authors: Ruff Samantha M. , Tsung Allan
Published: July 2024

Over the past few decades, an increasing proportion of abdominal surgeries are performed through minimally invasive platforms. In contrast, adaptation of minimally invasive techniques for liver surgery has garnered slower attraction due to the complexity and associated morbidity and mortality with these operations. Compared to laparoscopy, the robotic-assisted surgical system provides a three-dimensional operative view and instruments with articulation that mimic and extend wrist movement. These elements improve operative dexterity making dissection and suturing easier. Additionally, robotic surgery improves operative ergonomics and decreases physical and mental fatigue. Studies show that the robotic platform is safe and versatile with many technical advantages for complex operations, improved short-term outcomes compared to open surgery, and comparable oncologic outcomes. As such, hepatobiliary surgeons are increasingly adapting robotic techniques in their practice. It is crucial that as more hospitals adopt this technology, patient safety monitoring and quality initiatives are maintained. Establishing a robotic liver surgery program revolves around three pillars: designing a curriculum to overcome the learning curve, building a strong clinical and administrative team, and appropriate patient selection.
Exploring Sustainable VR Use Cases for Startup Business Models: A Customized Customer Development Approach
Authors: Pratama Dimas Pandu , Putra Panca O. Hadi
Published: July 2024

Startups often face uncertainty and the potential Valley of Death. To address these challenges, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) can serve as a starting point to identify business opportunities in markets driven by SDG-related issues, which is, in this case, using Virtual Reality (VR) technology as a “painkiller.” This study aims to explore VR use cases and their implications for startup business models and discover a problem-solution fit—defined as the degree to which VR applications effectively address actual problems as “killer applications.” The study employs a customized customer discovery technique, an essential process in the Customer Development methodology. By exploring VR's applicability in various domains such as entertainment, training, education, and tourism, this study unveils compelling use cases that align with SDG aspects, thus validating the hypothesis on startups' potential to harness VR for SDG contributions. Furthermore, the study produces VR business model designs based on solutions to SDG-related problems. Thus, startups can function effectively as “painkillers,” offering solutions that are not only desired but urgently needed (problem-solution fit). The implications of these findings extend globally, underlining VR's role in addressing SDG issues and offering practical insights for startup business model development that are applicable to broader technology adoptions.
Application of diceCT to Study the Development of the Zika Virus Infected Mouse Brain
Authors: Green Amy L , Cowell Evangeline C , Carr Laura M , Hemsley Kim , Sherratt Emma , Collins-Praino Lyndsey , Carr Jillian M
Published: July 2024

Zika virus (ZIKV) impacts the developing brain. Here a technique was applied to define, in 3D, developmental changes in the brain of ZIKV-infected mice.
Postnatal day 1 mice were uninfected or ZIKV-infected, then analysed by iodine staining and micro-CT scanning (diffusible iodine contrast enhanced micro-CT; diceCT) at 3-, 6- and 10-days post infection (dpi). Multiple brain regions were visualised using diceCT; olfactory bulb, cerebrum, hippocampus, midbrain, interbrain, and cerebellum, along with the lens and retina of the eye. Brain regions were computationally segmented and quantitated, with increased brain volumes with developmental time in uninfected mice. Conversely, in ZIKV-infected mice, no quantitative differences were seen at 3 or 6 dpi, when there are no clinical signs, but qualitatively, diverse visual defects were identified at 6-10 dpi. By 10 dpi, ZIKV-infected mice had significantly lower body weight and reduced volume of brain regions compared to 10 dpi-uninfected or 6dpi ZIKV-infected mice. Nissl and immunofluorescent Iba1 staining on post-diceCT tissue were successful, but RNA extraction was not.
Thus, diceCT shows utility for detecting both 3D qualitative and quantitative changes in the developing brain of ZIKV-infected mice, with the benefit, post-diceCT, of retaining the ability to apply traditional histology and immunofluorescent analysis to tissue.
The Role of the CX3CR1-CX3CL1 Axis in Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection and the Triggered Immune Response
Authors: Rivas-Fuentes Selma , Santos-Mendoza Teresa , Salgado-Aguayo Alfonso , Sevilla-Reyes Edgar
Published: July 2024

Respiratory Syncytial Virus is a common respiratory pathogen known for causing respiratory illnesses, ranging from mild symptoms to severe lower respiratory tract infections in infants and the elderly. This virus is responsible for one-third of pneumonia deaths in the pediatric population, but there are currently only a few effective vaccines and pharmacological treatments. The frac-talkine (CX3CL1) receptor (CX3CR1) is a co-receptor for RSV expressed by airway epithelial cells and a diversity of immune cells. Recent research has highlighted the role of CX3CR1 in the host immune response to RSV infection, and its potential role in the development of an efficient vaccine and novel treatments.
Improved Multiplex PCR Assay for Detection of tlh, trh, and tdh genes in Vibrio parahaemolyticus, Aligned with the U.S. FDA’s Bacteriological Analytical Manual (BAM)
Authors: Park Seong Bin , Zhang Yan
Published: July 2024

Vibrio parahaemolyticus is an important foodborne bacterium that causes severe gastroenteritis following the consumption of contaminated seafood. To identify V. parahaemolyticus and determine its pathogenicity, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)’s Bacteriological Analytical Manual (BAM) recommends a multiplex polymerase chain reaction (PCR) protocol to simultaneously detect the species-specific thermolabile hemolysin (tlh) gene and the pathogenic thermostable-related hemolysin (trh) and thermostable-direct hemolysin (tdh) genes. However, this assay has shown two limitations: difficulty in separating the amplicons of the trh (486 bp) and tlh (450 bp) genes due to their similar sizes, and the weaker band exhibited by the tdh gene amplicon (270 bp). The present study aimed to improve the BAM’s multiplex PCR assay by separating the three amplicons with similar intensity. A new primer set was applied for the tlh gene (369 bp) alongside the existing primers for the trh and tdh genes. The amplicons for the three genes were effectively separated by electrophoresis on a 2% tris-borate-EDTA (TBE) agarose gel within 45 minutes. Primer concentrations of 0.2 µM for trh, 0.2 µM for tlh, and 0.4 µM for tdh produced a significant amount of amplicons among various combinations of primer concentrations with 35 PCR cycles (P < 0.05). This assay exhibited a detection limit of 10 pg of bacterial DNA, demonstrating its high sensitivity. It did not display amplicons from nine Vibrio strains known to be human pathogens or from 18 well-documented foodborne pathogens. Therefore, the present multiplex PCR protocol could help overcome the limitations of existing assays and provide a more reliable method for detecting the three genes of V. parahaemolyticus.
CoQ10 Ubiquinol: The Surfacing of Science and Role in Female and Male Fertility. A Narrative Review
Authors: Derbyshire E. J.
Published: July 2024

Rates of involuntary childness are on the uprise which can bring high medical costs and emotional afflictions. This review explores the emerging roles of CoQ10 - including the ubiquinol form in fertility. PubMed, Science Direct and Google Scholar were searched for RCTs, retrospective or prospective controlled studies published between January 1, 2009, and April 31, 2024. The keywords CoQ10, ubiquinol, fer/sub/infertility, ovarian reserve, oocyte quality, ovulation, amenorrhea, polycystic ovary syndrome, sperm quality, seminal fluid, and IVF were used. A total of 15 publications were identified. From a mechanistic stance CoQ10 appears to improve mitochondrial energetics, attenuate oxidative stress and modifications to DNA, proteins, and lipids. Such mechanisms appear to underpin improvements in oocyte quality/fertilization, markers of sperm quality and more broadly PCOS symptoms and hormone levels which can impact on fertility. The role of the ubiquinol form looks particularly promising, which may be attributed to its bioavailability. Ongoing research is needed but there is scope to raise CoQ10 awareness amongst reproductive health experts.
Intellectual Capital and Performance of Banking and Financial Institutions in Panama: An Application of the VAIC™ Model
Authors: Pitre-Cedeño Oriana Jannett , Herrera-Rodríguez Edila Eudemia
Published: July 2024

In the knowledge era, intellectual capital has been considered a key factor in creating value within organisations. This study examines the relationships and interactions between the components of intellectual capital and the profitability of Panamanian banking, and financial institutions listed on the Latin American Stock Exchange (LATINEX) from 2014 to 2020. Utilising the Valued-Added Intellectual Coefficient (VAIC)™ model, which evaluates the intellectual capital of organisations based on information from financial statements, the study constructs a regression model to examine the relationship between the Return on Equity (ROE) and the components of the VAIC™. The findings confirm the study’s hypothesis, demonstrating that the Structural Capital Efficiency (SCE) and company size (SIZE) variables explain 57% of the variance in ROE for the analysed institutions. The results suggest that the Intellectual Capital (IC) of financial sector institutions listed on LATINEX is significantly influenced by the SCE coefficient, which shows a negative relationship, suggesting that investment in structural capital does not enhance profitability. On the other hand, larger institutions exhibited higher profitability during the study period.