bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Килогерцевый плазменный карандаш
Authors: Akan Tamer , Sahin Ece
Published: February 2022

Recently several investigators reported on various devices of generating cold plasma jets at atmospheric pressure. A pulsed plasma source developed and reported, “the plasma pencil”, is one of them. This device is capable of generating a cold plasma plume several centimeters in length using a DC pulsed high voltage source. In this study, kHz alternative current voltage (18 kV-15 kHz) was applied to the electrodes similar to the electrode system of the plasma pencil instead of direct current pulse voltage and a 2-3 cm long plasma jet was produced in an air using the helium gas. This new plasma jet device named as the “kHz plasma pencil”. The jets produced by the kHz plasma pencil are as cold as room temperature. The optical emission spectrum of the jet of the kHz plasma pencil and the change of the jet length with the gas flow rate have been investigated. Unlike the plasma pencil, the kHz plasma pencil produces jet in two different regimes as filamentary and diffusive and it emits more radiation in the UV range. Preliminary results show that the dynamics of the kHz plasma pencil are also different from the plasma pencil.
Синтез и оценка распределения диаметров углеродных нанотрубок в вертикально ориентированном массиве
Authors: Лянгузов Н.В. , Никитина Е.В. , Сим В.С.
Published: February 2022

Vertically aligned carbon nanotubes arrays were synthesized via catalytic chemical vapor deposition technique. An opportunity to decreasing of acetylene as a carbon precursor contain down to 0.2% was demonstrated. An iron acetate as an alternative catalyst was proposed. Diameters of carbon nanotubes were estimated by them Raman spectra. Considering resonant behavior of radial breathing modes and them significant environment influencing, an approach based on а profile analyzing of G-band was offered to revel of nanotubes diameter distribution features.
Белые нанолюминофоры на основе модифицированных ионами европия монодисперсных углеродных наноточек
Authors: Курдюков Д.А. , Еуров Д.А. , Рабчинский М.К. , Кириленко Д.А. , Бржезинская М.М. , Савельев С.Д. , Смирнов А.Н. , Голубев В.Г.
Published: February 2022

The template method was used to synthesize monodisperse carbon nanodots modified with europium ions and exhibiting photoluminescence in the entire visible spectral range. The chemical composition and structure of the obtained white nanoluminophore were studied by X-ray spectral and microscopic methods.
Detection of humoral immune response induced in horses vaccinated with inactivated Equine Herpes Virus Vaccine
Authors: Samy Abousenna Mohamed , Khafagy Heba A , Gouda Shafik Nermeen , Mounir Abdelmotilib Neveen , Yahia Ibrahim S.
Published: February 2022

Equine herpesviruses (EHV1 and EHV4) are essential in horses. Repeated cases of infection and abortion in mares who have regularly vaccinated impetus us to determine to investigate the humoral immune response after post-vaccination with the same inactivated vaccine and the best vaccination protocol. Twelve healthy susceptible horses were divided into four groups (3 horse /group). The first group was vaccinated I/M with inactivated Equine Herpes (type 1 and 4), where each horse was inoculated with a single dose (2ml/ dose /horse). The second group was vaccinated with inactivated Equine Herpes (type 1 and 4) then a booster dose after two months. The third group was vaccinated with inactivated Equine Herpes (type 1 and 4) followed by two booster doses at two months intervals. Three horses were kept as a negative control in the fourth group. Serum samples were tested for the EHV and antibodies using virus Neutralization Test (VNT) and ELISA; it was found that VNT against EHV-1 indicated that the neutralizing antibody titer value ≥ 4 fold titer rise had been demonstrated at 28th-day post-vaccination for all vaccinated horse groups, it was demonstrated that the vaccinated horse group (1) indicated the significant greater titer values compared to other vaccinated groups and showed protective titer value till the end of the experiment (6 months post-vaccination), There is an agreement in titer values between ELISA and VNT tests for EHV was observed, but it could not reveal the same antibodies, where the ELISA measures antibodies against EHV1-4. It was concluded that the single-dose vaccination protocol was more appropriate for horse vaccination than other vaccination protocols.
Study of effects Oat and Soybean on the Microbial and Sensory Analysis of Burgers (Beef, Chicken and Sheep)
Authors: Mohammed Saleh Hind , Jameel Firas R. , Thamer Hadi Sara , Majed Hamid Mohammed
Published: February 2022

The purpose of this study was to assess the microbiological and sensory load induced by fast-food energy reduction as an adjuvant treatment for autism, obesity, and the preparation of low-fat burgers and assess the effect of soybean and oat flour as fat substitutes. There were three treatments of the burgers consisting of (beef, chicken and sheep) for both oat and soybean and the ratio of 5,10 and 15% of each one as fundamental material used for manufacturing the model products. The burger that consists of types of meat with fillers of oats 10% and soy 10% then 5% and 15% respectively improves microbial load and sensory score. The burger that consists of types of meat with fillers of oats and soy in several concentrations Improves microbial load and sensory score.
Purification and characterization of L-asparaginase extracted from local Iraqi green beans (Phaseoulus vulgaris)
Authors: Suhail Zbar Nedhaal
Published: February 2022

The most prevalent metabolite for the storage and transport of nitrogen used in protein production is L-asparagine; in earlier studies, L-asparaginase enzyme derived from microorganisms was utilized to treat cancer cells; therefore, this study aimed to purify and describe this enzyme derived from Iraqi green bean seeds rather than microbial sources. The enzymes were partially purified from green beans by short steps, including centrifugation of crude enzyme, dialysis by Diethylaminoethyl Sepharose Column, and equilibrated using 20 mM Tris-HCl buffer, pH 8.0, and then applied to a sephacryl S-200. Coulometric methods measured the enzymatic activity at 450 nm, and the unit of activity was calculated by comparing it to a standard curve. Purification of L-asparaginase yielded a 5 percent yield, a 2.7 fold increase in activity, and a 43 unit/ml activity. The pH of asparaginase was optimal at 8.0. After a one-day incubation period, this enzyme became more stable at pH levels ranging from 7.5 to 9.5. This enzyme had the same optimal temperature and thermal stability at 40°C, but it was more stable at temperatures ranging from 20 to 40°C, allowing it to retain its maximal activity.
The influence of gamma rays and electric shock on seed germination and seedling growth in burdock plants
Authors: Sabah Taher Mohammed , Aneed Alamrani Hussein , Auuad Hassn Issa , Khalaf Aneed Israa , Alaa Kadem Batool
Published: February 2022

Burdock plant is one of the important medicinal plants, the critical part of which is the roots used to clearance the body of toxins; the study aimed to stimulate burdock seed germination and seedling growth with low-cost treatments, represented by electric shock and irradiation with low doses of gamma rays on seeds. The experiment was implemented at the Medical and Aromatic Plants Research Unit, College of Agricultural Engineering Sciences, University of Baghdad, Iraq, in 2020. included 6 treatments: soaking the seeds with water for 12 hours only, an electric shock of the seeds (2 and 4 A) by soaking with water for 12 hours, irradiating the seeds (with 10, 20 or 30 Gy) and soaking in the water for 12 hours. The experiment used the design of complete randomized (CRD) with three replicates. The results indicated that the highest germination percentage was recorded under the treatment of electric shock (4 A) and water soaking seeds only (91.0 and 85.7%, respectively).
On the other hand, the best germination speed was achieved when gamma rays were treated at (30 Gy) reached 5.93 days. The two treatments: seed irradiation (30 Gy) and water-soaked seeds, were distinguished in most of the seedlings' vegetative and root growth characteristics represented by the length of the seedlings, the number of leaves, and the soft, fresh and dry weight of the shoot and root systems. We conclude from the results that soaking the seeds with water before planting has a positive effect on increasing germination characteristics and seedlings, and the effect increases at treatment with gamma.
A16974C polymorphism of the IL-12 p40 gene in Cuban patients having recovered from COVID-19
Authors: Morales Peralta Estela , Zúñiga Rosales Yaíma , Collazo Mesa Teresa , Santos González Elvia Nelemi , Hernández Pérez Yadira , González Torres María de los Angeles , Roblejo Balbuena Hilda , Marcheco Teruel Beatriz
Published: February 2022

COVID-19 has had severe consequences worldwide. It has been estimated that the contribution of genetic factors to the disease is about 50%. The A16974C polymorphism of the IL-12 p40 gene has been described as being related to resistance or susceptibility to other infectious diseases; therefore, it is likely that it can also be related to COVID-19. The objective of this study was to describe the relationship between the A16974C polymorphism of the IL12 p40 gene with clinical forms of COVID-19 in Cuban patients. The genotypes of the A16974C polymorphism of gene IL-12 p40 were determined through PCR in 102 persons with a COVID-19 epidemiologic discharge from the hospital. In this research, the CC genotype of this polymorphism was found only in symptomatic cases of this disease; since there are signs of relationship between the A16974C polymorphism of the IL12 p40 gene with clinical forms of COVID-19 in the studied Cuban patients, the variations of this polymorphism may be a predisposing risk factor in the development of COVID-19.
Understanding the Research Landscape of Deep Learning in Biomedical Science: Scientometric Analysis
Authors: Nam Seojin , Kim Donghun , Jung Woojin , Zhu Yongjun
Published: February 2022

Background

Advances in biomedical research using deep learning techniques have generated a large volume of related literature. However, there is a lack of scientometric studies that provide a bird’s-eye view of them. This absence has led to a partial and fragmented understanding of the field and its progress.

Objective

This study aimed to gain a quantitative and qualitative understanding of the scientific domain by analyzing diverse bibliographic entities that represent the research landscape from multiple perspectives and levels of granularity.

Methods

We searched and retrieved 978 deep learning studies in biomedicine from the PubMed database. A scientometric analysis was performed by analyzing the metadata, content of influential works, and cited references.

Results

In the process, we identified the current leading fields, major research topics and techniques, knowledge diffusion, and research collaboration. There was a predominant focus on applying deep learning, especially convolutional neural networks, to radiology and medical imaging, whereas a few studies focused on protein or genome analysis. Radiology and medical imaging also appeared to be the most significant knowledge sources and an important field in knowledge diffusion, followed by computer science and electrical engineering. A coauthorship analysis revealed various collaborations among engineering-oriented and biomedicine-oriented clusters of disciplines.

Conclusions

This study investigated the landscape of deep learning research in biomedicine and confirmed its interdisciplinary nature. Although it has been successful, we believe that there is a need for diverse applications in certain areas to further boost the contributions of deep learning in addressing biomedical research problems. We expect the results of this study to help researchers and communities better align their present and future work.
Digital Health–Enabled Community-Centered Care: Scalable Model to Empower Future Community Health Workers Using Human-in-the-Loop Artificial Intelligence
Authors: Rodrigues Sarah M , Kanduri Anil , Nyamathi Adeline , Dutt Nikil , Khargonekar Pramod , Rahmani Amir M
Published: February 2022

Digital health–enabled community-centered care (D-CCC) represents a pioneering vision for the future of community-centered care. D-CCC aims to support and amplify the digital footprint of community health workers through a novel artificial intelligence–enabled closed-loop digital health platform designed for, and with, community health workers. By focusing digitalization at the level of the community health worker, D-CCC enables more timely, supported, and individualized community health worker–delivered interventions. D-CCC has the potential to move community-centered care into an expanded, digitally interconnected, and collaborative community-centered health and social care ecosystem of the future, grounded within a robust and digitally empowered community health workforce.
Use and Effect of Embodied Conversational Agents for Improving Eating Behavior and Decreasing Loneliness Among Community-Dwelling Older Adults: Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Kramer Lean L , van Velsen Lex , Clark Jenna L , Mulder Bob C , de Vet Emely
Published: February 2022

Background

Embodied conversational agents (ECAs) have been proposed as a promising interaction modality for the delivery of programs focused on promoting lifestyle changes. However, it is not understood what factors influence the health effects of ECAs or their use.

Objective

We aimed to (1) identify whether ECAs could persuade community-dwelling older adults to change their dietary behavior and whether ECA use could decrease loneliness, (2) test the pathways to these effects, and (3) understand factors influencing the use of ECAs.

Methods

A randomized controlled trial was conducted. The intervention group received access to the PACO service for 8 weeks. The waitlist group started PACO use after waiting for 4 weeks. Two primary outcomes (eating behavior and loneliness) were assessed via online questionnaires at intake, upon joining the waitlist, after 4 weeks, and after 8 weeks. The third primary outcome (use) was assessed via data logs. Secondary outcomes were measured at the same time points, via questionnaires or an optional interview.

Results

In total, 32 participants completed the intervention. We found a significant correlation between use in minutes on the one hand, and perceived usefulness (r=0.39, P=.03) and enjoyment on the other (r=0.38, P=.03). However, these did not predict use in the full regression model (F2,29=1.98, P=.16, R2=0.12). Additionally, PACO use did not lead to improvement in eating behavior (χ22=0.34, P=.85) or a decrease in loneliness (χ22=0.02, P=.99).

Conclusions

Our study did not provide any concluding evidence about factors that are linked to the use or health effects of ECAs. Future service design could benefit from either creating a functional design catering to the predominant stage in the precaution adoption process model of the targeted population, or by personalizing the service based on an intake in which the end user’s stage is determined.

Trial Registration

ClinicalTrials.gov NCT04510883; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04510883

International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID)

RR2-10.2196/22186
Strengthening the Impact of Digital Cognitive Behavioral Interventions Through a Dual Intervention: Proficient Motivational Interviewing–Based Health Coaching Plus In-Application Techniques
Authors: Serio Catherine , Gabarda Amanda , Uyar-Morency Fatma , Silfee Valerie , Ludwig Justin , Szigethy Eva , Butterworth Susan
Published: February 2022

Background

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of digital tools to support individuals struggling with their mental health. The use of a digital intervention plus human coaching (“dual” intervention) is gaining momentum in increasing overall engagement in digital cognitive behavioral interventions (dCBIs). However, there is limited insight into the methodologies and coaching models used by those deploying dual interventions. To achieve a deeper understanding, we need to identify and promote effective engagement that leads to clinical outcomes versus simply monitoring engagement metrics. Motivational interviewing (MI) is a collaborative, goal-oriented communication approach that pays particular attention to the language of change and is an effective engagement approach to help people manage mental health issues. However, this approach has been traditionally used for in-person or telephonic interventions, and less is known about the application of MI to digital interventions.

Objective

We sought to provide a dual intervention approach and address multiple factors across two levels of engagement to operationalize a dCBI that combined cognitive behavioral therapy–based techniques and MI-based interactions between the digital health coach (DHC) and user.

Methods

We reviewed hundreds of digital exchanges between DHCs and users to identify and improve training and quality assurance activities for digital interventions.

Results

We tested five hypotheses and found that: (1) users of a dual digital behavioral health intervention had greater engagement levels than users of a noncoached intervention (P<.001); (2) DHCs with a demonstrated competency in applying MI to digital messages had more engaged users, as measured by the DHC-to-user message exchange ratio (P<.001); (3) the DHC-to-user message exchange ratio was correlated with more engagement in app activities (r=0.28, 95% CI 0.23-0.33); (4) DHCs with demonstrated MI proficiency elicited a greater amount of “change talk” from users than did DHCs without MI proficiency (H=25.12, P<.001); and (5) users who were engaged by DHCs with MI proficiency had better clinical outcomes compared to users engaged by DHCs without MI proficiency (P=.02).

Conclusions

To our knowledge, this pilot was the first of its kind to test the application of MI to digital coaching protocols, and it demonstrated the value of MI proficiency in digital health coaching for enhanced engagement and health improvement. Further research is needed to establish coaching models in dCBIs that incorporate MI to promote effective engagement and optimize positive behavioral outcomes.
Assessing the Different Levels of Virtual Reality That Influence Anxiety, Behavior, and Oral Health Status in Preschool Children: Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
Authors: Aminabadi Naser Asl , Golsanamlou Ozra , Halimi Zohreh , Jamali Zahra
Published: February 2022

Background

Compared with a traditional behavior management strategy and oral health training, virtual reality (VR) integrated with multisensory feedback possesses potential advantages in dentistry.

Objective

This study aimed to assess the impact of different levels of VR on anxiety, behavior, and oral health status.

Methods

This study was carried out in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at the Tabriz University of Medical Sciences from December 2020 to June 2021. We randomly assigned 60 healthy children aged 4 years to 6 years to 4 groups, each consisting of 15 children. The study consisted of 2 consecutive sessions. During the first visit, the plaque index was calculated, and oral health education was carried out in all groups using Immersive VR (group I), Semi-immersive VR (group II), Nonimmersive VR (group III), and tell-show-do (TSD; group IV). In the second session, an amalgam restoration was performed in all groups. Participants’ anxiety and behavior were recorded using the face version of the Modified Child Dental Anxiety Scale (MCDAS[f]) and Frankl scale. The plaque index was recorded in 2 follow-up sessions.

Results

The greatest prevalence of positive behavior (P=.004) and the lowest anxiety (P<.001) were recorded in group I, followed by group II, group III, and group IV. The plaque index scores showed a reduced trend between the first session and follow-up sessions (P<.001), but the values did not differ significantly between the 4 groups during the 3 sessions (P=.28, P=.54, P=.18).

Conclusions

The most positive behavior was observed in the Immersive VR group, followed by the Semi-immersive VR, Nonimmersive VR, and TSD groups. Moreover, oral health education using VR resources can improve oral health status in children.

Trial Registration

Iranian Registry of Clinical Trials 20210103049926N1; https://www.irct.ir/trial/53475
Detection and Analysis of Covid-19 in Chest X-Ray Images: A Review
Authors: Gaffar Sheikh Raheela , Gupta Mr. Ankur
Published: February 2022

Abstract: For suspected instances of coronavirus illness, chest X-ray (CXR) imaging is a routine and critical examination tool (COVID-19). Because of its availability, cheap cost, and quick findings, CXR imaging is preferred in severely damaged or resource-limited locations. But, considering COVID-19's fast spread, such testing may restrict the effectiveness of pandemic control and prevention. Ai and automation such as machine learning, which have reached province achievement in the interpretation of visual input and a wide variety of clinical pictures, are pledging choices for automatic treatment in response to the problem. This research examines and evaluates preliminary and scientific articles for the identification of COVID-19 using CXR pictures using dcnns and other machine learning designs between March and May 2020. Given the promising results, public, complete, and varied datasets are urgently needed. For more robust, honest, and accurate recommendations, additional research in terms of explainable and justified judgments is also necessary. Keywords: Chest x-ray, coronavirus, COVID-19, deep learning, radiological imaging.
Online Classroom Attendance Marking System Using Face Recognition, Python, Computer Vision, and Digital Image Processing
Authors: Satpute Nandkishor , Bharti Nima , Uikey Ashwini , Wati Rekha , Chakole Vijay. V.
Published: February 2022

Abstract: The face is the identity of someone. The tactic to appear out this physical feature has seen an exquisite change since the advent of the image processing method. The attendance is taken in every school, college and library. The regular method for attendance is teachers calling student name & marking attendance. Nowadays, AI has been highly explored for computer vision applications[1]. So, we use the concept of neural network in Face – recognition for automatic attendance marking systems. In this project, we perform the face recognition and face detection algorithms, to produce the computer systems the ability to find and recognize human faces fast and precisely in live videos so that the systems can be used in marking attendance. Keywords: Face detection, Python, Computer Vision, Attendance marking system, Image processing
Compliance Verification Process Automation
Authors: Ahmed Siddique Irshad , Ramdas Kanse Vinse , Ansari Asst. Prof. Ahlam
Published: February 2022

Abstract: Compliance Documents are documents which include records, reports, observations, and verbal responses to establish or confirm compliance with a regulatory requirement by a program or facility. But these documents are very detailed and lengthy and difficult to comprehend in a short amount of time. Thus it creates many problems while adding new regulations or modifying the documents. Also, verifying these documents is very exhausting. Our product will provide organizations a web platform to quickly manage compliance documents. It works as an assistant to deal with compliance documents. This assistant is an AI-powered chatbot that can take queries from users, employees and other stakeholders related to compliance of the organizations and can solve them. It also helps to cross verify the document based on a given standard and gives results as a percentage of its correctness and generates reports as pdf. Keywords: OCR, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Artificial Neural Network (ANN), Knowledge Graph (KG), Cloud Computing
Analysis of Parking Facility in an Urban City Using Geospatial Technology: A Case Study Mahanagar Underground Parking Lucknow
Authors: Kushwaha Anshika , Saini Alok , Shukla Dr. Sudhakar
Published: February 2022

Abstract: The increase in population in urban areas is affecting urban travel demand in the city. Due to the city’s central business area, there is temporary on-street parking which affects the traffic flow, so construction of Underground parking was done. After the construction of Underground parking, people are parking their vehicles on the street near the intersection. The free flow of traffic between two or more points is not possible if there is traffic congestion in the path, especially narrowing of road width due to illegal parking, improper management of stoppage points, or slow speed of traffic movement. Lack of maintenance and proper management may lead to traffic congestion and the non-availability of proper parking facilities for public vehicles. Unauthorized on-street parking is affecting the traffic flow on major as well as minor roads. Proper management of parking facilities should be taken care of so that problems like delays in parking due to inappropriate entry and exit points, more carbon emission from vehicles, the unclear orientation of parking lots, time wasted in search of parking, etc. can be solved. Keywords: Parking facility, Traffic Flow, Parameters of parking, Unauthorized on-street parking, traffic congestion
Lemon Juice Catalysed Green Synthesis of Triazole Based Schiff Base, Its Physico-Chemical & Spectral Characterisation and Determination of its Binding Stoichiometry with Cu2+ ion
Authors: Kumar Vivek , Kumar Abhay , Kumar Rajesh
Published: February 2022

Abstract: In the recent years Environmental Pollution has emerged as a major challenge for human society. Since the start of Industrial Revolution in England, the amount of chemical waste and toxic substances are increasing exponentially in the environment. The traditional synthesis of chemical substances is accompanied by use of large amount of energy, harmful solvents and release of toxic substances in environment. The green synthesis aims to minimise the release and use of harmful toxic material in synthesis. In the present paper we have prepared a triazole derivative, 4-[(E)-Benzylideneamino]-5-methyl-2,4- dihydro-3H-1,2,4-triazole-3-thione through green synthetic route. The reaction was catalysed by lemon juice and it was carried out in solvent-free condition through mechano-chemical stirring method. The physico-chemical properties were studied. The FT-IR spectral analysis confirmed the structure of Schiff base. The stoichiometry of binding with Cu2+ was determined through Method of Continuous Variation. The Schiff base- metal ratio was found to be 1:1. Keywords: Green Synthesis, Mechano-Chemical Stirring Method, Triazole, Schiff Base, Lemon Juice, Physico-Chemical Properties, Job’s Plot, Stoichiometry of Binding.
Review on Smart Vehicle Monitoring and Accident Prevention System Using Arm
Authors: Kamthe Palash , Kawadkar Pradnya , Belkhude Rakshanda , Bagal Asst. Prof. Shishir , Dhakate Tushar
Published: February 2022

Abstract: After drunken driving, mobile phone usage is the leading cause of accidents around the world. Also, at sudden stoppages on cross roads or due to sudden obstructions on road, natural or otherwise the driver cannot anticipate back bumper and side collision. Also, low height railing or pavements in blind spots while parking may damage the vehicle. Costly mobile phone jammers while effective render emergency communication impossible. As alcohol detection and vehicle tracking system are successfully implemented we are proposing an essential vehicle safety kit which is absent in majority of the vehicles on Indian roads. Furthermore, this can be an addition to the developing cognitive driver assistance system. The proposed system provides vehicle with safety features like SMS alert facility, blind spot detection and tail gating detector. The vehicle is equipped with angle sensors and a GSM modem interfaced with NXP ARM 2148 processor. The driver has access to a user interface consisting of LCD and switching ports. The driver may aware two modes of angle sensing with sensors located on centre of the Vehicle. A braking system can be actuated in the parking mode if the distance measured from the sensors crosses the defined threshold. In case of an emergency the driver can send a text or call from the stored numbers in the memory using the keypad. To save time and to maintain the driver’s focus on the road a default text can be sent to a default number by a single key pad entry. Call service from the system eliminates the need of using the phone and prevents driver’s loss of focus. Further the freedom to choose the number and the corresponding message to be sent is available when the vehicle is at rest. The system thus prevents accidental damage to the vehicle and its driver while eliminating the use of phone by the driver. Keywords: PIC Microcontroller, LPC2148, LCD 16*2, GSM Module, ADXL335, GPS Module
Non-Uniform Illumination and Low Light Image Enhancement Techniques: An Exhaustive Study
Authors: Bhadouria Aashi Singh
Published: February 2022

Abstract: Different kinds of Images captured are an important medium to represent meaningful information. It can be problematic for artificial intelligence, computer vision techniques and detection algorithms to extract valuable information from those images with poor lighting. In this paper, a study of low illumination-based low-light night image enhancement techniques are presented which work on reflectance, degradation, unsatisfactory lightings, noise, limited range visibility, low contrast, color variations, illumination, color distortion, and quality is reduced. Improving the images in low light conditions is a prerequisite in many fields, such as surveillance systems, road safety and inland waterway transport, object tracking, scientific research, the detection system, the counting system and the navigation system. Low-illumination or night image enhancement algorithms can advance the visual quality of low-light images and these images can be used in many practical application’s artificial intelligence and computer vision techniques. The methods used for enhancement of low illumination must perform, preserving details, contrast improvement, color correction, noise reduction, image enhancement, restoration, etc. Keywords: Image Enhancement, Low Illumination, Reflectance, Low Contrast, Low Light Images, Night Time Images, Low Visibility Images.
Hubungan antara emotion focused coping dan kepuasan hidup pada mahasiswa
Authors: Sari Eka Nur Maulida
Published: February 2022

Students have responsibilities and roles in college, the adaptation process that occurs, makes students face many problems in achieving their goals and life satisfaction. Late adolescence towards early adulthood makes emotional more dominant in overcoming the problem, so that emotion focused coping has an important role in regulating emotion when face problem to proceed towards solving problems in achieving life satisfaction. This study aims to determine the correlation between emotion focused coping and students’ life satisfaction. This study designed as correlational quantitative. The subject involved in this study were 650 students. The sampling technique used was proportionate stratisfied random sampling. The data collection instruments used were emotion focused coping scale and life satisfaction scale. The data were analyzed by using product moment correlation. The result of this study indicates that there is a significant correlation between emotion focused coping and life satisfaction (p = 0.000, r = 0.346). The effective contribution of emotion focused coping variables to life satisfaction is 12%.
Hubungan antara coping strategy dengan parenting stress pada ibu yang memiliki anak autis
Authors: Rahmawati Febriana Trias
Published: February 2022

Mothers who have autistic children are not easy to care for. Different treatments, special care for autistic children who have complex conditions different from normal children is what makes parents experience parental stress, especially mothers. One way to deal with maternal parenting stress is by using coping strategies. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between coping strategies and parenting stress on mothers with autistic children and to find out how strong the relationship of coping strategies is problem focused coping with emotion focused coping to the level of parenting stress in mothers with autistic children. This research is a quantitative correlational study using the subject of 60 mothers who have autistic children. The sampling technique used is sampling quota where the sampling technique is determined from a population that has certain characteristics to the desired number (quota). This research method uses 2 scales, namely Brief COPE and PSI-SF. While the data analysis used in this study isanalysis product moment using SPSS 25. The results obtained a significant value of 0.01 <0.05 and r value of 0.601 which means there is a positive relationship between coping strategies with parenting stress in mothers who have autistic children. The contribution of coping strategies to parenting stress is 36.1%.
Postpurchase dissonance pada pengguna iphone ditinjau dari kepribadian Tipe A dan Tipe B
Authors: Kusrina Risma Evie , Yuniardi Muhamad Salis , Masturah Alifah Nabilah
Published: February 2022

In consumer behavior, it followed by post-purchase evaluation. When in the evaluation, there appears a doubt about the purchase decision on a product, and then an individual must be experiencing a post-purchase dissonance. The product used in this study is the iPhone. As for the factors that can influence post-purchase dissonance, one of them is the tendency of individual anxiety, which is caused by personality type. This study aims to determine the differences in iPhone users’ student with type A and type B personalities in experiencing post-purchase dissonance. The analysis used causal comparative and determination of the subject used purposive sampling. The research subjects were iPhone users’ students of Muhammadiyah Malang University, amount 125 subjects. This study used a post-purchase dissonance scale, also type A and type B personality scale. The analysis in this study used an independent sample t-test. The results showed that there was no difference in post-purchase dissonance in terms of type A and type B personality patterns with a significance value of 0.352 and p = 0,05 (0,352 > 0,05). Keywords: Post-purchase dissonance, Type A and type B personality, iPhone users’ Student.
Hubungan antara forgiveness dengan resiliensi pada penyintas pasca konflik di Aceh
Authors: Salsabila Rifda , Karmiyati Diah , Hijrianti Udi Rosida
Published: February 2022

Conflicts of human rights violations have taken place between GAM and the Indonesian government in Aceh which have created feelings of heartache, trauma, fear and pressure, resulting in negative emotions that tend to stick to conflict survivors. To overcome the negative emotions and pressures, it is necessary to have forgiveness capabilities that can bring positive emotions as one of the submber resilience. The purpose of this study is to know the relationship between forgiveness and resilience of post-conflict survivor in Aceh. The research design used quantitative non-experimental study correlational with 2 variables. Cluster random sampling is used in term to determine the sampling method in Aceh Besar, Bireuen and Banda Aceh with participants is (N=427). Nashori (2012) and Septia (2018) with CVR scale from Reivich and Shatte (2000) are used as instrument to determine the reseratch. The data is analysed by using Pearson product moment. And the result research is there is a significant correlation between forgiveness and resilience in post-conflict survivor in Aceh.
Gambaran kepuasan kerja pada pengemudi layanan jasa transportasi ojek online
Authors: Sanubari Fajar Trisna , Amalia Sofa
Published: February 2022

The rise of transportation network companies in Indonesia  provides another alternative solutions for effective and efficient transportation needs for the community. However, like any organization can not be seperated from the conflict that accompanies along with it. On of them is related to job satisfaction. Job satisfaction is seen as a collectio of feelings or attitudes of individuals towards several aspect of their work. The purpose of this study was to determine the level of job satisfaction on online motorcycle taxi drivers in Kota Malang by using of quantitative descriptive approach. This study involved 181 online motorcycle taxi drivers with sample determination using purposive sampling technique. Data collections uses Minnesota Satisfaction Questionnaire short-form. Based on the analysis result show the level of job satisfaction of online motorcycle taxi drivers is categorized as low with percentage of 51.9% and 48.1% categorized as high. 2) this study also saw no significant difference in job satisfaction in term of work status and length of work (job status p=0.074; length of work p=0.201 with a significant level of 5%).
Testing Article
Authors: Handy Handy
Published: February 2022

Testing Article
A cross-regional comparison of Chinese bystanders' psychological experience of campus bullying
Authors: Yang Shuo , Gou Yue , Yu Tao
Published: February 2022

Breaking the cycle of bullying requires attention to the role of bystanders. We sought to identify the influencing factors associated with the psychological experience of junior high school students as bullying bystanders in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan according to
data obtained from the Program for International Student Assessment 2018. The findings show that parental emotional support and the perception of school cooperation were the main factors that determined the psychological experience of bystanders in campus bullying in all four regions. In Hong
Kong, Macao, and Taiwan, but not in Mainland China, girls were more likely than were boys to be active bystanders who defended or supported bullied students when bullying occurred. Other factors that must be considered are also discussed according to the regions studied.
Team diversity, perspective taking, and employee creativity: The importance of psychological safety
Authors: Cho Youngsam
Published: February 2022

I investigated how and when cognitive team diversity motivates employees to engage in creativity, and proposed perspective taking as a psychological mechanism underlying the relationship, and psychological safety as a boundary condition for the effect of cognitive team diversity on perspective taking. I assessed the proposed relationships with data from 151 Korean employees in research and development teams. Results show that cognitive team diversity significantly predicted employee creativity, and perspective taking mediated this relationship. Further, psychological safety moderated the link between cognitive team diversity and perspective taking, such that the relationship was effective only under conditions of high psychological safety. Theoretical and practical implications are discussed.
Performing Music Theory
Authors: Bart de Graaf
Published: February 2022

In my thesis Performing Music Theory, I will examine how listening to recordings of musical performances may influence my analysis of Chopin’s First Ballade. Therefore, I take the music as heard in performance as the starting point for the analysis, rather than the score. By consulting recorded performances by various pianists, I will analyze how different performances may lead to different analyses. These analytical observations will concern phrase structure, harmony, topical analysis and form. The interpretation of form in particular is highly dependent on tempo choices that pianists make. In the case of the First Ballade, a piece with very few tempo indications, these choices vary widely.
I will show that in some cases clear analytical conclusions can be drawn from performances. And in other cases, rather far-fetched theoretical analyses must be made to describe the performer’s choices, demonstrating how problematic it is to base an analysis entirely on performances. What does that mean for the relationship between performer and theorist, and more particularly for the position of the ‘prescribing’ theorist, who considers analysis as a starting point in a musical interpretation? And what does this mean for the importance of the Analysis course at conservatories?
Benign adult type Osteopetrosis with recurrent osteomyelitis of Maxilla-- A rare case report.
Authors: Aswath Nalini , Ramesh Bhargavi
Published: February 2022

Osteopetrosis is a genetic bone disease. The osteoclastic cells
responsible for bone resorption are defective and non-functional. The
bones are dense with loss of cortico medullary differentiation. Patient
is prone for repetitive fractures of bone. A case report of
osteopetrosis with osteomyelitis of maxilla consequent to dental
extraction is presented.
Bell's Palsy with Preeclampsia in Pregnancy
Authors: Dorjey Yeshey
Published: February 2022

Bell’s palsy in pregnancy is not frequently seen. The association of
preeclampsia with Bell’s palsy is reported in the research, however, the
exact link between Bell’s palsy and preeclampsia is unknown. The
treatment of Bell’s palsy during the pregnancy is difficult and
controversial.
Difficulty in continuing home care after informal caregiver was exposed to the covid-19: a case report
Authors: Sakamoto Ryo , Yoshida Makoto , Bhandari Divya , Miyatake Hirotomo , Kosaka Makoto , Tanimoto Tetsuya , Kami Masahiro , Ozaki Akihiko
Published: February 2022

There are many challenges that can arise while providing home care to a
terminally ill patient. Isolation of infected patients was used to
prevent COVID-19 infection. In home care, where informal caregivers play
an important role, such measures could result in the loss of caregivers.
A novel variant of KCNQ1 gene and pathogenicity prediction in a family with long QT syndrome type 1
Authors: Song Jian , Chu Guoming , Li Pingping
Published: February 2022

We report a novel heterozygous missense variant of KCNQ1 in a
family exhibiting LQTS with complete penetrance and predict its
pathogenicity through multiple prediction software programs and 3D model
analysis. Whole-exome sequencing (WES) was performed in a family with
symptoms of LQTS. The pathogenicity of the identified variant was
predicted for its effect on a 3D model of KCNQ1, and in-depth functional
analysis was performed for mechanistic speculation. A novel heterozygous
variation c.716T>G in KCNQ1 with autosomal dominant
inheritance was identified. We demonstrated that this variant, which is
located in the conserved hot spot domain, was evaluated as likely
pathogenic. In silico prediction indicated that the variation was
involved in the process of channel closing/opening. This study reports a
novel variation in KCNQ1, provides supportive evidence for
pathogenicity prediction and enhances variant interpretation for
patients with LQTS.
Bridge to second double lung transplant with an extracorporeal carbon dioxide removal system in sites inversus patient
Authors: Furukawa Masashi , Chan Ernest , Sanchez Pablo
Published: February 2022

We report a first case with the use of extracorporeal carbon dioxide
removal system as a bridge to re-do lung transplant in complete situs
inversus patient. A 29-year-old female with Kartagener syndrome and
complete situs inversus underwent a double lung transplant for end stage
lung disease. Within one year after transplant the patient had primarily
hypercapnic respiratory failure with radiographic signs of chronic lung
allograft dysfunction. To optimize her nutritional status and muscle
strength before re-do lung transplantation, we decided to bridge her
with an extracorporeal carbon dioxide removal system due to anatomical
difficulty. She was listed and underwent an uneventful re-do double lung
transplant with cardiopulmonary support.
Use of the flexible bronchoscope and Infrared Red Intubation System in a known difficult airway in the Intensive Care Unit
Authors: Hannig Kjartan Eskjaer , Kristensen Michael , Hauritz Rasmus , Jessen Christian , Grejs Anders
Published: February 2022

This case report describes a patient in the ICU in need of urgent
intubation, for whom video laryngoscope-guided intubation had previously
failed. The Infrared Red Intubation System may enhance the chance of
successful flexible bronchoscope intubation, especially when performed
by non-experts in hospitals without ear, nose and throat surgical
backup.
Implementation of Total Quality Management and its Effect on Employees’ Performance in a Teaching Hospital in Oyo State, Nigeria
Authors: Ozdal Macide Artac
Published: February 2022

Total Quality Management (TQM), a core strategic management approach is designed for quality of any organization (healthcare) based on the employer and employees’ participation for customers’ satisfaction, organization’s effectiveness, competitiveness and flexibility. The study aimed at evaluating the implementation of TQM and its impact on employees’ performance in a tertiary-level teaching hospital in Oyo State, Nigeria. A descriptive cross-sectional study design was adopted, with designed questionnaires circulated to hospital staff using a random sampling method. A total of 106 healthcare workers completed the questionnaires. The data were collected using a structured questionnaire, which were statistically analyzed using SPSS version 17. The results of the study revealed that the implementation of the principles of TQM practices ranges from leadership to employees’ satisfaction. Financial and political pressures were found to be important external factors affecting employees’ performance in the particular hospital. These findings could give better understanding on the improvement and promotion of total quality management practices and its impact on employees’ performance in the healthcare organizations, improve effectiveness, productivity, profitability and flexibility of the hospital facilities and services provided to patients/clients.
Improving a Community’s Population Health: You can’t do it Alone
Authors: W Moran John
Published: February 2022

This article discusses how community health organizations can break out of their silos and start positively impacting their community’s health in an organized manner. Improving a community’s health requires that the community’s public health department, health care institutions, and the community partners break out of their comfort silo zones and work collaboratively. The Community Population Health Expansion Matrix discussed in the article details the steps that need to be taken to break out of the cycle of comfort silo zones.