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PENGGUNAAN MEDIA GAMBAR DALAM PEMBELAJARAN MENULIS PUISI SISWA KELAS VIII SMP NEGERI 1 PEKAITAN. PROGRAM STUDI PENDIDIKAN BAHASA DAN SASTRA INDONESIA UNIVERSITAS TERBUKA PEKANBARU
Authors: Winarti  , Zaitun Abidin
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini dilatar belakangi oleh permasalahan, guru menggunakan strategi, teknik dan media pembelajaran tidak bervariasi, dan tidak menarik. Berdasarkan permasalahan tersebut maka perlu dilaksanakan penelitian Penggunaan Media Gambar Dalam Pembelajaran Menulis Puisi Siswa Kelas VIII SMP Negeri 1 Pekaitan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan Penggunaan Media Gambar Dalam Pembelajaran Menulis Puisi Siswa Kelas VIII SMP Negeri 1 Pekaitan.

Sasaran yang dikenai tindakan adalah siswa kelas VIII SMP Negeri 1 Pekaitan tahun ajaran 2020/2021. Metode yang digunakan adalah Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK). Prosedur pelaksanaan tindakan dan implementasi di lokasi penelitian terbagi dalam dua siklus. Setiap siklus terdiri dari empat tahap yaitu: perencanaan (planning), pelaksanaan tindakan (acting), observasi (observing) dan refleksi (reflecting). Penelitian ini dilakukan secara kolaboratif antara peneliti bersama guru bahasa Indonesia. Pada siklus pertama, implementasi tindakan dengan menggunakan media gambar dilakukan sebanyak dua kali pertemuan. Siklus kedua, tindakan dilakukan sebanyak dua kali pertemuan. Implementasi tindakan pada siklus II menggunakan media yang sama, yaitu media gambar. Implementasi tindakan pada siklus II lebih menekankan pada aspek- aspek yang peningkatannya belum optimal. Pengamatan yang dipakai dalam penelitian ini termasuk jenis pengamatan tidak terstruktur, yaitu pengamatan yang tidak membatasi pengamatan dengan kerangka kerja tertentu. Pengamatan dilakukan oleh guru dan didokumentasikan dalam catatan lapangan. Pada tahap refleksi, guru bersama kolaborator berusaha memahami proses, masalah, dan kendala yang dihadapi selama perlakuan tindakan. Kriteria keberhasilan tindakan adalah dengan tes menulis puisi menggunakan media gambar.

Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan media gambar dalam pembelajaran menulis puisi mampu meningkatkan kemampuan siswa. Kemampuan rata-rata siswa dalam menulis puisi sebelum adanya implementasi tindakan berkategori kurang. Namun setelah implementasi tindakan selama dua siklus, kemampuan rata-rata siswa dalam menulis puisi menjadi berkategori baik.
PELATIHAN CIVIC LITERACY BAGI REMAJA DALAM BERMEDIA SOSIAL DAN MENANGGULANGI HOAX
Authors: Sasongko Agung , Maulana Reza , Agustin Fitriana Lady , Kamal Reza Mohammad , Latifah
Published: March 2024

Perkembangan IPTEK yang begitu pesat, telah membawa perubahan gaya hidup dalam membina hubungan akrab dengan orang lain. Cara berkomunikasi yang paling sering mereka gunakan adalah dengan menggunakan jejaring sosial. Pengguna internet paling banyak berasal dari kalangan profesional dan diikuti remaja yang memanfaatkan internet dan teknologi informasi untuk membantu produktivitas mereka. Remaja pengguna internet di Indonesia belum sepenuhnya mampu untuk bijak dalam bermedia sosial dan menyerap dan membagikan informasi secara menyeluruh sehingga rentan terkena Hoax. Mengingat besarnya jumlah remaja yang bermedia sosial, maka dibutuhkan civic literasi tentang bagaimana bijak menggunakan media sosial sehingga menjauhkan remaja dari berbagai masalah sebagai akibat pengunaan media sosial yang salah.
PEMANFAATAN KECERDASAN BUATAN (AI) SEBAGAI MEDIA PENDUKUNG PEMASARAN PRODUK USAHA MIKRO KECIL MENENGAH (UMKM) PADA UMKM BORNEO ISTIMEWA
Authors: Muhammad Iqbal Iqbal , Muhammad Fahmi Julianto Fahmi , UmiKhultsum Umi , Destiana Putri Destiana
Published: March 2024

Kemajuan teknologi informasi telah menjadi kekuatan besar dalam mengubah cara perusahaan melakukan bisnis. Ketika informasi menjadi lebih mudah diakses dan menyebar, teknologi informasi memainkan peran sentral dalam membentuk strategi, operasi, dan interaksi perusahaan dengan pelanggan dan mitra bisnis. Kecerdasan Buatan yang dalam bahasa Inggris disebut Artificial Intelligence (AI) adalah salah satu konsep teknologi informasi dari cabang ilmu komputer dalam meniru kecerdasan manusia. Tujuan dari AI adalah memproses sebuah informasi, belajar dari pengalaman, adaptasi dari perubahan, dan melakukan tugas-tugas tertentu secara mandiri. Setelah dianalisa, masih banyak anggota UMKM Borneo Istimewa yang masih kurang pemahaman akan pemnfaatan kecerdasan buatan dalam hal pemasaran produk. Sehingga membuat produk yang dijual kurang terkenal, jika menggunakan kecerdasan buatan akan lebih mudah dalam melakukan pemasaran produk. Dengan adanya pelatihan mengenai pemanfaatan kecerdasan buatan ini, di harapkan akan menambah pengetahuan pelaku UMKM serta memberi dampak positif untuk penjualan produk mereka.
OPTIMASI PENGGUNAAN WHATSAPP BISNIS DALAM PENJUALAN PRODUK PADA UMKM BORNEO ISTIMEWA
Authors: Maulana Reza , Reza Mohammad Kamal , Risdiansyah Deni , Rosmiati Mia
Published: March 2024

Pengabdian masyarakat merupakan suatu wujud nyata dari tanggung jawab sosial perguruan tinggi untuk memberikan kontribusi yang positif bagi masyarakat. Melalui kegiatan ini, kami berupaya mendukung Usaha Mikro, Kecil, dan Menengah (UMKM) di wilayah Borneo Istimewa agar mampu mengoptimalkan penggunaan WhatsApp Bisnis dalam strategi pemasaran dan penjualan produk mereka. UMKM memiliki peran penting dalam perekonomian lokal, namun seringkali dihadapkan pada kendala terkait teknologi dan pemasaran. Dalam konteks ini, WhatsApp Bisnis menawarkan peluang besar sebagai alat komunikasi yang efektif dan efisien antara pelaku usaha dan konsumen. Dengan pemahaman yang tepat tentang fitur-fitur WhatsApp Bisnis, UMKM dapat meningkatkan visibilitas produk, memperluas jaringan pelanggan, dan meningkatkan penjualan secara signifikan.
OPTIMASI PENGGUNAAN MEDIA SOSIAL SEBAGAI ALAT PROMOSI DALAM KONTEKS DIGITAL MARKETING PADA UMKM BORNEO ISTIMEWA
Authors: Mustopa Ali , Lisnawanty  , Sa'adah Rabiatus , Dahlia Rizka
Published: March 2024

Media sosial, sebagai platform online, memberikan kemudahan dalam berbagi konten dan berinteraksi. Sebagai alat promosi, media sosial menawarkan keuntungan meningkatkan visibilitas produk dan interaksi dengan target audiens. Dengan strategi yang tepat, media sosial dapat menjadi alat pemasaran yang efektif. Keberadaan media sosial memungkinkan interaksi lebih luas, memperluas jejaring, dan mengatasi kendala jarak serta waktu. Meski demikian, analisis menunjukkan bahwa sebagian besar anggota UMKM Borneo Istimewa masih kurang memahami potensi media sosial. Ketidakpahaman ini dapat mengakibatkan kurangnya pengenalan produk, kesulitan dalam pemasaran, dan hambatan promosi. Pemanfaatan media sosial menjadi solusi untuk meningkatkan visibilitas produk, memperluas pasar, dan mengatasi kendala promosi. Oleh karena itu, pelatihan mengenai pemanfaatan media sosial menjadi krusial untuk meningkatkan pemahaman dan keterampilan anggota UMKM, diharapkan membawa dampak positif pada pertumbuhan dan keberlanjutan UMKM Borneo Istimewa
PENGOLAHAN LIMBAH BONGGOL JAGUNG MENJADI JAMUR KONSUMSI DI DESA JOHO
Authors: Odhian Wisnu Pratama  , Ira ‘Ainu Rohmah  , Riski Khasanah  , Laili Mukaromah  , Dian Ani Aneka Sari  , Rezqa Abi Nugroho  , Sabar Abidin  , Tika Angitania  , Vika Angevania  , Yurio Dwi El Saputra  , Fendi Setiawan  , Dzikron Abdullah  , Frans Maulana Andika  , Hidayatus Sibyan
Published: March 2024

Desa Joho memiliki potensi di bidang pertanian tanaman jagung, jagung adalah tanaman yang diambil bijinya dan menyisakan bonggolnya. Di desa Joho bonggol jagung hanya dijadikan bahan bakar saja padahal bonggol jagung bisa dimanfaatkan dengan tepat dan akan bernilai sangat tinggi dan mengguntungkan masyarakat itu sendiri, pemanfaatannya menjadi media pertumbuhan jamur bonggol jagung. Hasil dari pertumbuhan jamur dapat diolah secara mandiri atau diperjual belikan di pasar- pasar luas, berdasarkan dari permasalahan diatas peneliti berinisiatif mengadakan pendampingan di desa Joho Kecamatan Bawang Kabupaten Banjarnegara dengan tujuan pemanfaatan dan mengadakan kegiatan Pelatihan Pengolahan Pembuatan Jamur Bonggol Jagung. Dan pemanfaatan bonggol jagung sendiri untuk mengurangi limbah hasil pertanian yaitu limbah hasil pertanian jagung. Kegiatan ini juga bertujuan sebagai pengetahuan dasar mengenai pengembangan potensi sumber daya alam yang ada di desa Joho. Harapan dari kegiatan ini sebagai bentuk motivasi agar masyarakat lebih kreatif dalam menciptakan karya dalam bentuk media dan teknik budidaya jamur dengan memanfaatkan limbah dari hasil panen tanaman jagung.
Comparative ethnopharmacological survey: Medicinal plants and remedies for oral health in Meknes, Morocco, and their limits facing modern dentistry
Authors: Benabderrahmane Asmae , Atmani Majid , Rhioui Wijdane , Boutagayout Abdellatif , Belmalha Saadia
Published: March 2024

Context: For centuries, herbal remedies have been widely used to alleviate and prevent oral pathologies. Aims: To compare the herbalists’ knowledge with that of the local population, their prevalence of the use of modern non-pharmacological medicine, and investigate the traditional knowledge of the use of medicinal and aromatic plants for oral health in Meknes, Morocco. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted using a structured questionnaire. Along with medicinal plants, other remedies such as alum, salt, and vinegar have also been investigated. Statistical calculations by use value, relative frequency of citation, family use value, informant consensus factor, and fidelity level were performed and compared between the two groups. Results: Numerous medicinal plant species were identified for oral health, namely Syzygium aromaticum, Juglans regia, and Ammi visnaga. Most participants reported using these plants to treat and prevent dental caries, gingivitis, and toothache. Herbalists were found to have a greater knowledge of plants and their uses than the general population. However, a significant proportion of participants, including herbalists, opted for modern medicine or dental care and extraction as treatments of choice, combined or not with traditional treatments. Conclusions: This study emphasizes the rich understanding of medicinal plants for oral health, underscoring herbalists' role as key informants on traditional plant usage for various oral diseases. The populace's increasing reliance on modern dental treatments highlights the limitations of natural remedies for severe oral conditions. Nonetheless, integrating these plants alongside modern dentistry can optimize oral health prevention strategies.
The Impact of Cluster Fig Fruits Powder Addition on Nutritional and Organoleptic Properties of Some Healthy Food Products
Authors: Yadav Pragati , Sonkar Seema
Published: March 2024

Cluster fig, also known as goolar in Hindi, is a medicinal fruit abundant in India, offering a rich source of iron and other essential micronutrients. Wheat, a staple in the Indian diet, is energy-dense and provides valuable carbohydrates and proteins. Pearl Millet, the most commonly grown type of millet, is renowned for its high calorie, vitamin, and mineral content. Mung beans, part of the legume family, are calorie-dense and a great source of protein and polyunsaturated fatty acids.
In this study, cluster fig powder, germinated wheat flour, germinated mung bean flour, germinated pearl millet, carrot powder, and beetroot powder were utilized for product development. Two products were developed with three treatments, varying the quantity of ingredients. Sensory and proximate analysis were conducted on the developed products, with each treatment having three different replications to minimize errors during analysis.
Based on the sensory evaluation, T1 is considered the best among all treatments, with a moderate ratio of cluster fig contributing to its taste and flavor. The ash content varied across replications, with the control product having the highest ash content of 11.03%, likely due to experimental errors. Treatments T1, T2, and T3 had ash content values of 10.19%, 10.55%, and 10.89%, respectively. Organoleptic evaluation indicated that as the quantity of cluster fig increased, the taste became bitter, leading to decreased acceptability. Proximate analysis revealed that an increase in the quantity of cluster fig resulted in higher iron and zinc content in the products. This study highlights the organoleptic acceptability and nutritive & medicinal properties of cluster fig, providing insights into the appropriate quantities of cluster fig powder and other ingredients for various processed convenience healthy foods. The research emphasizes the use of cluster fig, a readily available fruit in India, which has not been previously utilized in convenience food products.
Effect of Crude Oil Polluted Soil on the Reproductive Growth of Plantain (Musa paradisiaca L.)
Authors: Balogun Kayode Peter , Aborisade Abiola Titilola , Odiyi Bridget Onoshagbe
Published: March 2024

Soil polluted by crude oil is detrimental to the survival of plants and microbes. Plantain (Musa paradisiaca L.) is a major important food crop, showing tolerance to abiotic and biotic stress. This study investigated the impact of soil polluted with Bonny Light crude oil (BLCO) on the reproductive growth of two plantain cultivars. Crude oil was added to agricultural soil on which plantain suckers were planted. Reproductive growth was then periodically assessed. The number of suckers was significantly higher in French plantain plants grown on polluted soil in comparison with control. False Horn plantain plants on unpolluted soil produced more suckers in comparison to the plants on polluted soil. Also, the time between planting to flower bud appearance and flower bud appearance to bud opening reduced in plants on polluted soil in both cultivars in comparison with the control. Statistically, there was an insignificant decrease in the fruit size of False Horn plantain on polluted soil compared with the control while there was an appreciable increase with a significant effect in fruits size of French plantain on  polluted soil compared with the control. Generally, French plantain tolerated the stress induced by crude oil pollution of soil in its reproductive growth more than False Horn. The reproductive growth of False Horn and French plantain cultivars show that there could be varied response to crude oil polluted soil.
Characterization of Chickpea Genotypes for Qualitative and Quantitative Traits in the Bundelkhand Region
Authors: H. B Sanjay , Chaturvedi S K , Kumar Shailendra , Singh Anshuman , Harish J  , R. Lakshmeesha , Panwar Dilip , M. Manjunatha
Published: March 2024

About 550 germplasm accessions of chickpea were undertaken to evaluate 20 morphological traits using DUS guidelines given by PPV & FRA. And they are used to determine the relationships among yield and yield attributes using direct and indirect selection parameters. Out of 20 DUS traits, seven traits were dimorphic, 10 traits were found trimorphic and the remaining three traits showed polymorphism. Significant genetic variations were observed among the genotypes for days to 50% flowering, days to maturity, leaf-let size, number of pods per plant, number of seeds per pod, primary branches, peduncle length, plant height, secondary branches, 100 seed weight, seed yield per plant. High PCV, GCV, heritability and genetic advance are obtained for secondary branches, pods per plant, seeds per pod, 100 seed weight and seed yield. Correlation studies revealed that seed yield was positively and significantly correlated with leaf-let size, number of pods per plant, number of seeds per pod, primary branches, peduncle length, plant height, secondary branches, 100 seed weight. The path coefficient analysis based on seed yield, as a dependent variable, showed that the number of pods per plant had the greatest direct effect on seed yield (0.68) followed by 100 seed weight (0.561) and the number of seeds per pod (0.42). Both correlation and path analysis indicated that pods per plant and the 100 seed weight were the major direct contributors to seed yield.
Diversity of Psammophytes in Sand Dunes of Periyakadu Coast, Southwest Coast of India
Authors: Shyra Murugan Muthulekshmi , Brintha Thankappan Sarasabai Shynin , Sujin Rajaram Mary
Published: March 2024

The qualitative plant survey in the coastal sand dunes of Periyakadu coast, investigated the current vegetative status of plant life form and its species and families present. The field observations carried out from March 2020 to April 2021. Overall, 126 species belonging to 106 genera and 47 families were recorded in the study area. The most common and dominant families recorded in the study site were: Leguminosae (21species) followed by Poaceae (15 species), Malvaceae (8 Species), Cyperaceae (7 Species), Apocynaceae and Rubiaceae (5 species each). Of these plant species recorded in the study area, 73 Species were herbs, Shrubs (21 Species), Trees (21 species) and Climbers (11 Species). The latter appears to be the case for the plant diversity of the sand dunes under study.
Molecular Identification of Neoechinorhynchus iraqensis (Acanthocephala: Neoechinorhynchidae) from Planiliza abu in Darbandikhan Lake
Authors: Ali Muqdad Kamal , Abdullah Shamall Mohammad Amin
Published: March 2024

A total of 100 fishes belonged to Planiliza abu (Heckel, 1843) were taken from Darbandikhan Lake in Sulaimani Province, Kurdistan Region, Iraq from December 2023 to February 2024. The fish were checked for parasitic acanthocephalan. The research showed that Neoechinorhynchus iraqensis existed. In this study, 18S rDNA and DNA sequencing were used to identify N. iraqensis. The findings of the molecular analysis show that 533 bp was the PCR product of N. iraqensis and observed the smallest genetic distance with Neoechinorhynchus sp. GL-2015 (KU363972.1) and Neoechinorhynchus sp. XL-2014 (KM507363.1) was (0.025), and the highest genetic distance was recorded with Tenuisentis niloticus (MZ727194.1) was (0.194). Neighbor - Joining trees inferred for 18S rDNA showed that N. iraqensis as a separate clade in the trees, demonstrating that this species originated in Iraq. This finding indicates that the species is the same species that was morphologically identified and described for the first time in Iraq.
A SOCIOLOGIA COMO RECURSO PEDAGÓGICO: UMA ABORDAGEM INTERDISCIPLINAR SOBRE A SEXUALIDADE
Authors: Rodrigues Maria Adriana Farias
Published: March 2024

O objetivo deste artigo é discutir a pertinência de abordar Educação Sexual dentro da disciplina sociológica, para isso propõe-se um material didático inédito, com planos de aula para auxiliar os professores. A integração da Educação Sexual na disciplina de Sociologia se revela essencial para a formação de indivíduos conscientes e críticos. A abordagem sociológica proporciona uma compreensão aprofundada das influências sociais, culturais e econômicas sobre a sexualidade humana. A discussão se estende aos Direitos Sexuais e Reprodutivos, enfatizando não apenas a contracepção, mas também os fatores sociais que contribuem para a vulnerabilidade dos adolescentes. A interseção entre Sociologia e Educação Sexual emerge como uma ferramenta valiosa para capacitar os jovens a compreenderem e questionarem as complexidades associadas à sexualidade, aos métodos contraceptivos e a maneira pela qual a sexualidade é exercida na sociedade, partindo dessa forma, de uma perspectiva crítica. Destaca-se a importância de situar tais discussões dentro de um contexto mais amplo, promovendo uma consciência coletiva sobre a necessidade de políticas públicas e programas educacionais que respeitem os Direitos Sexuais e Reprodutivos, fortalecendo, assim, uma cultura de respeito, igualdade e conscientização nas questões sexuais e reprodutivas. A metodologia foi a revisão de literatura sobre o tema e a produção de um material inédito acerca da temática. Enfatiza-se que esse é um esforço inicial, admite-se, portanto, que ainda há muitas melhorias que devem ser conduzidas, não eximindo o trabalho empregado nesta iniciativa de caráter pedagógico e político.
FIRMAR O PÉ NO TERRITÓRIO
Authors: Nascimento Flávia Gisele
Published: March 2024

Este estudo pretende investigar como o contato com as artes, as culturas e as histórias dos povos indígenas pode mobilizar licenciandos(as) em Arte Visuais, da Universidade Estadual do Paraná, localizada em Curitiba, a pensarem em outros modos da educação e da arte. A análise está voltada para as turmas da disciplina optativa Diversidade Cultural Brasileira (2019-2021). O método utilizado na pesquisa é a abordagem cartográfica. Os seguintes instrumentos serão analisados: diário de bordo da professora/pesquisadora; formulário do Google Forms e cartas desenvolvidas pelos(as) alunos(as). O referencial teórico do estudo faz alianças afetivas com escritores(as) indígenas e não-indígenas. O título do trabalho é inspirado no livro “Firmando o pé no território: temática indígena em escolas”, organizado por Angelise Pimenta e Paula Menezes (2020). Essa pesquisa está em processo e tem como propósito apontar possibilidades que contribuam significativamente na formação dos(as) docentes em Arte.
The Effect of Financial Planning on Consumer Debt Management: The Role of Financial Literacy, Self-Efficacy, and Financial Motivation
Authors: Jumady Edy , Alam Syamsul , Hasbiyadi Hasbiyadi , Fajriah Yana , Anggraini Yaisa
Published: March 2024

This qualitative study investigates the complex interplay between financial literacy, financial behavior, self-control, debt management, and financial well-being. Utilizing in-depth interviews with a purposively selected group of individuals engaged in financial planning to manage personal or household debt, the research aims to explore how financial literacy, self-efficacy, and financial motivation mediate the relationship between financial planning and consumer debt management. The methodology encompasses a thematic analysis of participants' narratives to identify and interpret the underlying themes related to financial management practices. Findings reveal a multifaceted relationship where financial literacy emerges as a foundational element, enhancing participants' ability to manage debt effectively. High financial self-efficacy, influenced by literacy, motivates proactive financial behaviors, leading to improved financial well-being. Conversely, low self-control and procrastination were identified as significant barriers to effective debt management. The study also highlights the pivotal role of quantitative literacy and material values in shaping financial behavior, with strong quantitative skills and lower materialism associated with forward-looking financial decisions. These insights underscore the need for comprehensive financial education that addresses not only the cognitive aspects of financial decision-making but also the psychological factors influencing financial behaviors. Tailoring financial education to individual needs and contexts is critical for enhancing financial literacy, self-efficacy, and motivation, ultimately leading to better debt management and financial health.
In-Vivo Antivenom Effect of Annona senegalensis (Pers) Against Biological Activities of Naja nigricollis (Hallowell) Envenomation
Authors: Kankara Idris Aliyu , Maru Aliyu Abdullahi , Paulina Gayus Aminu , Kurfi Binta G.
Published: March 2024

Snake bites are a common, serious medical issue often neglected in developing countries. This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of methanolic extract from the root bark of Annona senegalensis in neutralizing the biological activities of Naja nigricollis envenomation in vivo. The methanolic extract was fractionated using a liquid-liquid fractionating method. The inhibition of venom-induced edematogenic and hemorrhagic effects was evaluated in albino rats using a pre-incubation protocol. The aqueous-methanol fraction (AM) of A. senegalensis AM root methanolic extract significantly inhibited the hemorrhagic and edema-inducing activities of the venom. The methanolic extract derived from the root bark of A. senegalensis has exhibited promising potential as an effective anti-snake venom agent.
Binary Logistic Regression Analysis on Risk Factors Associated with Hepatitis B Disease in Gusau Local Government Zamfara State, Nigeria
Authors: James Tolulope Olayemi , Onwuka Gerald Ike , Bello Usman
Published: March 2024

This study focused on creating a binary logistic regression model to evaluate the risk factors for hepatitis B viral disease in the Gusau Local Government of Zamfara State, Nigeria. Secondary data was utilised, and the model identified independent predictors of hepatitis-b disease based on variables with a P-value < 0.05 and a 95% confidence interval for the odds ratio not less than 1. The results indicated that marital status, history of blood transfusion, multiple sex partners, and alcohol consumption were statistically associated with hepatitis-B virus infection, while gender and having an infected family member were not. Model selection criteria, including Akaike Information Criterion (AIC) and Bayesian Information Criterion (BIC), favoured a model with only significant predictors, revealing the existence of Hepatitis-B virus infection risk factors in patients from Gusau Local Government of Zamfara State.
A Generalized Class of Log-Type Estimators of Finite Population Mean Based on Correlation Coefficient
Authors: Babayemi Wasiu , Onwuka Gerald Ike , Isah Aminu Bashir
Published: March 2024

In sampling theory, it is a popular trend to use auxiliary information to obtain more efficient estimators for the population parameters to increase the precision of the estimator. Estimators obtained using auxiliary information are supposed to be more efficient than the estimators obtained without using auxiliary information. The ratio, regression, product and difference methods take advantage of the auxiliary information at the estimation stage. Therefore, this study considered a generalized class of log-type estimators of finite population mean based on correlation coefficient as the proposed estimator for estimating the population mean of the study variable. It has been shown that the generalized class of log-type estimators has lesser mean square errors (MSEs) under the optimum values of the characterizing scalar as compared to some of the commonly used related estimators available in the literature. Further, an extension of the proposed generalized class of log-type estimators using multiple auxiliary variables such as coefficient of variation, coefficient of kurtosis , and correlation coefficient. have also base initiated in this dissertation. The expressions for the properties of the proposed family of estimators, that is; Bias and Mean Square Error (MSE), were derived to the first degree of approximation. We also obtained the optimum Mean Square Error (MSEopt.), and theoretical comparisons were made with the related existing estimators in literature. Following theoretical comparisons, it was demonstrated that the proposed family of estimators was more efficient than various related existing estimators compared with, under the obtained conditions.
Electrical Resistivity Investigation of Dumpsites in Gusau Metropolis, Zamfara State, Nigeria
Authors: Ameh E. G. , Murana K. A. , Shuaibu A. M.
Published: March 2024

Electric resistivity survey was carried out in three selected dumpsites in Gusau metropolis for groundwater contamination. The dumpsites were investigated by conducting Vertical Electrical Soundings (VES) using Schlumberger array with maximum current electrode separations of 180 m. Five VES were conducted on each dumpsite making a total of fifteen VES along three profiles. The field data obtained from VES were analyzed using WinGlink softwar. The VES results revealed three subsurface layers. The topsoil had resistivity ranging from 1.45 Ωm to 48.2 Ωm while the thicknesses varied from 0.47 m to 3.37m across the profiles. The second layer's resistivities varied from 5.4 Ωm to 144.35 Ωm and their thicknesses' ranges from 1.36 m to 16.93 m. The third geoelectric layer had resistivity from 70.0 Ωm to 6003.0 Ωm. The results indicated that the top soils in all the dumpsites were characterized by very low resistivity depicting possible pollution and contamination. Findings from this study indicated that there may be possible contamination of shallow groundwater system in the nearest future if proper mitigation measures are not taken into consideration at the dumpsites.
Magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) Convective Flow in a Porous Medium in the Presence Variable Pressure and Injection/Suction
Authors: Saleh Salisu , Halliru Aishatu A. , Sarki Nasir M. , Omokhuale Emmanuel
Published: March 2024

This article investigates MHD convective flow with variable pressure and injection/suction in a porous medium. The governing equations are modeled using partial differential equations (PDEs) in dimensional form. The PDEs describes the unsteady flow of an incompressible electrically conducting fluid are expressed for the momentum, energy and concentration of the fluid flow. Also, the PDEs were transformed to non-dimensional form using some dimensional variables. Perturbation method was used to obtain the solutions for the velocity, temperature and concentration. The non-dimensional Skin friction, Nusselt number and Sherwood number were obtained. Effects of physical parameters associated with the present study was examined and discussed. It was observed that the concentration, temperature and velocity of the fluid rises with increase in injection parameter and an opposite trend was observed when suction parameter became significant. It is found that the temperature of the fluid reduces as the Prandtl number increase. However, an opposite trend is seen for heat source/sink.
Amelioration of Corruption Dynamics in Nigeria: Mathematical Models and Control Strategies
Authors: Jabaka Muhammad L, , Muhammad Salisu M.
Published: March 2024

The most pressing problems in Nigeria have to do with corruption, which can be defined as giving or receiving of bribe. It has been asserted that almost everybody above 12 years of age have been infected with corruption one way or the other. The impact of corruption on national development cannot be overemphasized. Different scholars from social sciences, psychology, political sciences, and religious studies have attempted a working definition for corruption from their various disciplines. However, all of the working definitions are interwoven. Despite various research works and the availability of both preventive and capital punishment on those involved in corruption related offences, corruption still remains uncurable social disease in the world. According to Transparency International Index 2020 survey, Nigeria is the 31st most corrupt nation out of the 180 countries considered. In our research, we developed and analysed a mathematical model for the Dynamics of corruption to highlight the relationship between corruption and social stratification using ordinary differential equations, we complimented the existing mathematical models of corruption by incorporating the impacts of social stratification and vice versa. We obtain the corruption-free and endemic equilibrium points of the model, we also compute the effective basic reproduction number,  of the model, we employed the mathematical tools to analyse the corruption-free and endemic equilibrium states of the model for stability
De Novo Inflammatory Bowel Disease after Liver Transplantation: Eleven Years' Experience in Shiraz, Iran
Authors: Paridar Yousef , Kassani Aziz
Published: March 2024

Background: Colon inflammation may occur after solid and liquid organ transplantations at a rate higher than in the general population. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the incidence of de novo inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and assess some risk factors after Orthotopic Liver Transplantation (OLT) in liver transplant patients in Shiraz, Iran. Methods: The sample study comprised patients (n = 1702) who had received liver transplants between 2001 and 2012 at the Shiraz liver transplant center. The data were obtained from patient records, which included information on their medical history, colonoscopy reports, family history of IBD, and other risk factors. The study evaluated the status of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) among patients who had undergone liver transplantations due to Autoimmune Hepatitis (AIH) group, Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC), and other liver transplant patients. Additionally, case groups were formed, comprising AIH patients (n1 = 10) and other patients with IBD (n2 = 10), and were compared with transplant patients without IBD as the control group (n1 = 21, n2 = 21). Results: Out of the total 1702 patients, 254 (14.92%) had AIH, 211 (12.40%) had PSC, and 1237 (72.68%) had other outcomes. The mean of leukocyte counts (P-value = 0.73), types of immunosuppressant medications, and serum levels of cyclosporine (P-value = 0.77) and tacrolimus (P-value = 0.27) did not show any significant differences between the case and control groups. However, it was observed that IBD developed earlier in patients with AIH compared to other patients (20.1 ± 2.23 vs 53.9 ± 4.42 months). Conclusions: The incidence of IBD after liver transplantation was higher compared to the general population, and it occurred earlier in patients who underwent transplantation for AIH and other groups.
A Novel USG-Guided PEC Block with Ropivacaine and Fentanyl for Postoperative Analgesia in Chest Wall Surgeries: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Kheskani Divya , Chhanwal Heena , Parmar Sejal , Singh Aayushi , Patel Yash
Published: March 2024

Background: Perioperative analgesia can be administered through various routes to patients undergoing chest wall surgeries. A recently introduced technique is the ultrasound-guided pectoral nerve block, which aims to alleviate pain effectively. Objectives: The purpose of this study is to investigate and compare the total duration of analgesia and the timing of the first rescue analgesia. Methods: In this prospective, randomized, triple-blind study, 60 adult patients scheduled for elective chest wall surgeries were enrolled. They were randomly divided into two equal groups: Group R received 38 mL of 0.2% ropivacaine and 2 ml of normal saline, and group F received 38 mL of 0.2% ropivacaine and 2 mL of fentanyl (100 mcg). All patients were administered general anesthesia and the PEC1 and PEC2 blocks postoperatively prior to extubation. The primary objective was to assess the total duration of postoperative analgesia, the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) pain score, and the time to first rescue analgesia in both groups. The secondary outcome was the total consumption of postoperative analgesics. Results: The total duration of analgesia, as well as the consumption of paracetamol and fentanyl postoperatively in group F, were 11.02 ± 2.01 hours, 1.5 ± 0.5 g, and 0 mcg, respectively. In contrast, in group R, these were 8.28 ± 0.51 hours, 2.2 ± 0.8 grams, and 35.1 ± 13.4 mcg, respectively. The NRS scores at rest and during movement in group F were lower compared to group R. Conclusions: Ultrasound-guided PEC1 and PEC2 blocks with fentanyl as an adjuvant to ropivacaine have significantly reduced the requirements for analgesia and pain scores.
Effectiveness of Combined Treatment of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation and Treatment as Usual on Depression, Anxiety and Anger in Adolescents with Bipolar Disorder
Authors: Riahi Forugh , Tashakori Ashraf , Izadi Mazidi Maryam , Farjadnia Saeideh
Published: March 2024

Objectives: Bipolar disorder (BD) is a prevalent psychological disorder associated with depressive symptoms. Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) is a portable and non-invasive technique for brain stimulation. The present study was conducted to determine the effectiveness of the combined treatment of tDCS and routine medication on the symptoms of depression, anxiety, and anger in BD adolescents. Methods: In this double-blind randomized clinical trial study, forty adolescents with BD referred to the outpatient clinic of child and psychiatry of Golestan Ahvaz Teaching Hospital were included. Eligible patients aged 12 - 18 years were randomly divided into 2 groups receiving routine medications plus active tDCS (intervention group) or routine medications plus sham tDCS (control group). Transcranial direct current stimulation intervention with an intensity of 2 mA was applied to the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex in two sessions for 20 minutes each day, for 5 consecutive days. Data were collected at baseline, one week, and one month after the start of the intervention using the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HDRS-21), Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HDRS), and State-Trait Anger Expression Inventory. Results: Based on our findings, age and gender were not considerably different between the two groups (P = 0.592, P = 0.1, respectively). In both groups, scores of depression (control: 12.25 ± 3.97, intervention: 0.75 ± 1.44, mean [SD]), anxiety (13.55 ± 2.58, 25.0 ± 0.55), and anger (52.65 ± 8.27, 47.25 ± 4.86) improved significantly one month after treatment (P < 0.0001). After one month of treatment, the severity of bipolar symptoms in the intervention group (slightly: 10%, moderately: 50%, and markedly: 40%) improved significantly compared to the control group (slightly: 15%, moderately: 10%, and markedly: 0%) (P < 0.0001). The improvement rate of HDRS in the intervention group was 81.29% and 95.24% at one week and one month after treatment, while these values were 8.41% and 23.04% in the control group, respectively (P < 0.0001). All patients tolerated the treatment well without serious side effects. There was no significant difference between the side effects observed in both groups (P = 0.185). Conclusions: The combination of tDCS with routine medications can reduce depressive symptoms and improve bipolar symptoms. Therefore, tDCS add-on could be an effective, safe, and tolerable intervention for bipolar depression.
Assessment of Behavioral Disorders in Iranian Children with Functional Constipation
Authors: Malekian Taghi Armen , Ghanbari Niloufar , Rafiei Safoura , Shabani-Mirzaee Hosein , Eftekhari Kambiz
Published: March 2024

Background: Functional constipation (FC) is a common issue in pediatric healthcare, causing significant physical and emotional distress for patients and their families. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of behavioral issues in children diagnosed with functional constipation, exploring their characteristics and relationship with various factors. Methods: We conducted a case-control study involving 107 children and adolescents (aged 2 to 18 years) with chronic functional constipation as the case group and 107 children without this condition as the control group. The Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ) was employed to evaluate different aspects of behavioral patterns. Results: The comparison of various behavioral components assessed by the SDQ between the case and control groups revealed significantly higher average scores for emotional symptoms (0.85 ± 0.81 vs. 0.55 ± 1.03, P = 0.019), peer relationship problems (1.76 ± 2.23 vs. 0.76 ± 1.18, P = 0.001), and prosocial behavior (8.12 ± 1.87 vs. 7.42 ± 1.64, P = 0.002) in children with chronic functional constipation. Within the chronic constipation group, peer relationship issues were more common in boys, whereas girls exhibited more problems with prosocial behavior. Moreover, issues related to hyperactivity/inattention and prosocial behavior were more frequent in older children with chronic constipation. Conclusions: Chronic functional constipation in children is strongly associated with behavioral changes and problems, which are influenced by the demographic and anthropometric features of the patients.
A Cross-Sectional Study to Evaluate Diffusion Tensor Imaging Findings of the Brain in End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Patients Undergoing Maintenance Hemodialysis Using Volume of Interest Method
Authors: Dighe Tushar , Kalekar Tushar , Kuber Rajesh , Saha Debapriya , Shinde Nilesh , Wakhare Pavan , Bale Charan , Sajgure Atul
Published: March 2024

Background: Cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD) is a chronic disorder affecting small vessels within the brain, increasing the risk of stroke in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) is a newer quantitative method for diagnosing CSVD at an early stage of pathogenesis. Objectives: This study compares various DTI parameters in multiple white matter tracts of the brain in CKD patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis with normal controls in the Indian population using the volume of interest (VOI) method. Additionally, it correlates these DTI parameters with each other at different locations to gain insights into the pathogenesis of CSVD. Methods: After obtaining institutional ethics approval, a cross-sectional study was conducted at a tertiary care hospital over one year (June 2022 to May 2023). The study comprised seventy-five patients in the hemodialysis group and twenty-five controls. All participants underwent MRI brain examinations on a 3 Tesla MRI scanner, and the four DTI parameters - fractional anisotropy (FA), axial diffusivity (AD), radial diffusivity (RD), and mean diffusivity (MD) - were reviewed for nine white matter tracts to evaluate statistical differences and correlations. Results: Fractional anisotropy was significantly decreased at anterior locations – corpus callosum genu (P = 0. 357 × 10-7), right anterior corona radiata (P = 0.001), and left anterior corona radiata (P = 0.45 × 10-5). In these locations, FA negatively correlated with RD (R = -0.7904, P < 0.00001), and RD was also significantly increased. Axial diffusivity was significantly increased at posterior locations in the corpus callosum splenium (P = 0.108 × 10-5) and left posterior corona radiata (P = 0.244 × 10-5). However, none of the four DTI parameters showed significant differences between hemodialysis patients and the control group for the subset of patients with normal routine brain MRI features. The intraclass correlation coefficients (ICCs) were high for all four DTI parameters for both patients (0.78 to 0.85) and controls (0.82 to 0.89). Conclusions: This study on CKD patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis reveals significant differences in some DTI parameters in widespread white matter tracts of the brain using the VOI method, with acceptable to excellent interobserver agreement.
PREVALENCE OF MALOCCLUSIONS IN SCHOOLCHILDREN FROM DOLJ COUNTY, ROMANIA
Authors:   Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Romania, Petrescu Stelian-Mihai-Sever , Mărășescu Felicia Ileana ,   Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Romania, Radu Raluca Adelina ,   Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Romania, Dascălu Ionela Teodora ,   Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Romania
Published: March 2024

In recent years, a significant increase in the prevalence of malocclusions has been noted globally. General, loco-regional and local factors are involved in the appearance of orthodontic pathology. Their association with cross-breeding, environmental factors and nutritional scheme contribute to worsening the clinical picture of malocclusions. Objective. This study aims to investigate the prevalence of malocclusions in a specific population of schoolchildren from Dolj County, Romania. Materials and method. The study group consisted of 216 schoolchildren aged between 6 and 14 years old, who were enrolled in two randomly selected schools from both urban and rural areas of Dolj County, Romania. Results. After collecting and centralizing the data, the prevalence of malocclusions was 43.98%, almost similar in urban and rural areas. Conclusions. Almost half of the children had malocclusions, and this underline the need for specialized treatment, but also forprevention.
PARTICULARITIES OF PLACING THE CERVICAL LIMITS OF PROSTHETIC CROWNS WITH IMPLANT SUPPORT – CASE SERIES
Authors:   Department of Dental Prosthetics, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Romania, Stănuși Andreea , Târtea Daniel Adrian ,   Department of Oral Rehabilitation, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Romania, Manolea Horia Octavian ,   Department of Dental Materials, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Romania, Gharra Orwah ,   Dentist with private practice
Published: March 2024

In implant-prosthetics, individualized implant abutments have become a popular subject of interest. Their position, height and shape can be individualized. Abutments can be made of materials such as zirconium oxide, lithium disilicate or hybrid materials. The purpose of this research was to exemplify, through a series of cases, various particularities of the placement of the cervical limits of prosthetic restorations with implant support. Materials and method This study is retrospective and was carried out by analyzing the images belonging to the cases from the archive of the Faculty of Dental Medicine of the University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Craiova. The selected cases belonged to partially edentulous patients who benefited from fixed implant-prosthetic treatment performed through the digital protocol. Results After applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 23 cases were selected. For this article, images belonging to several cases were used to exemplify the particularities of the cervical limits of prosthetic crowns with implant support. Conclusions If in the lateral area or on the oral surfaces it is recommended to place the cervical limit as close as possible to the gingival margin or even supragingival to favor the maintenance of peri-implant health, in the frontal area the aesthetic requirements demand a deeper subgingival placement of the cervical limit of the implant abutment.
Pelatihan Pembukuan Sederhana Dalam Upaya Meningkatkan Usaha BUMDes Dan UMKM Di Desa Lubuk Kumbung Kecamatan Karang Jaya
Authors: Fadilla Febri , Marliza Yayuk
Published: March 2024

Program kegiatan ini dilatar belakangi dengan adanya BUMDes dan UMKM yang beroperasi tetapi tidak mempunyai sistem pembukuan yang baik, Tujuan dari kegiataan ini adalah menciptakan sumber daya manusia dari BUMDes dan UMKM yang paham akan pencatatan pembukuan dan menghasilkan pembukuan yang baik, Kegiatan ini dilaksankan dengan cara edukasi tentang materi pembukuan serta pelatihan lansung kepada Pelaku Usahanya. Hasil menunjukan pada pelatihan ini cukup Baik dimana pelaku usaha yang tadinya tidak ada informasi mengenai aktivitas ekonomisnya sekarang sudah mengetahui dan dapat menerapkan pembukuan agar tersusun rapi sehingga dapat melihat pengembangan usahanya kedepan. Perlu dilakuakan secara terus menerus agar pembukuan dalam BUMDes dan UMKM dapat tercatat sehingga terbentuknya sumberdaya manusia yang mempunyai pemahaman dalam pencatatan sederhan walapun masih dalam konteks yang biasa.
Pendampingan Program Pangan Industri Rumah Tangga (PIRT)di Desa Air Satan Kecamatan Muara Beliti Kabupaten Musi Rawas
Authors: Indika Miki , Subianto Subianto , Herawati Herawati , Janah Miftahul
Published: March 2024

Tujuan pendampingan program pangan industri rumah tangga (PIRT)di Desa Air Satan Kecamatan Muara Beliti Kabupaten Musi Rawas adalah untuk memberi informasi bagaimana pentingnya pendaftaran PIRT dalam usaha makanan. Metode dalam penyampaian program adalah ceramah, metode Tanya Jawab, diskusi dan simulasi perizinan. Hasil pendampingan dapat dilihat peserta antusias dalam mengikuti kegiatan yang diberikan dan peserta juga merasa bertambah pengetahuan tentang Program Pangan Industri Rumah Tangga (PIRT) di Desa Air Satan Kecamatan Muara Beliti Kabupaten Musi Rawas. Masih kurangnya kesadaran pemilik industri di Kabupaten Musi Rawas dalam pengurusan sertifikat SPP-IRT, Hal ini dapat dilihat masih adanya makanan yang beredar yang belum memiliki kode izin.