bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Upaya Pemerintah Desa Dalam Pengembangan Program Desa Wisata
Authors: Sigarlaki Patrick Joyhard , Pati Agustinus B. , Lengkong Johny P.
Published: May 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana upaya yang dilakukan oleh pemerintah desa Tumaluntung Kecamatan Kauditan Kabupaten Minahasa Utara dalam mendukung program pemerintah yang tertuang dalam Keputusan Menteri Pariswisata Dan Ekonomi Kreatif Republik Indonesia Nomor:KM/107/KD.03/2021, tentang panduan pengembangan Desa Kreatif. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan Pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif, yang akan fokus mengidentifikasi berbagai upaya yang dilakukan oleh pemerintah Desa Tumaluntung dalam pengembangan Desa Wisata. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian ditemukan bahwa berbagai upaya telah dilakukan oleh pemerintah Desa Tumaluntung, yang salah satunya adalah dengan melakukan penyusunan peraturan desa (Perdes) tentang desa wisata. Rencana penyusunan perdes telah masuk dalam agenda yang akan dibahas di musyawarah desa di tahun 2023. Penyusunan perdes dilakukan dengan melibatkan semua pihak yang terkait seperti Badan Permusyawaratan Desa (BPD), Masyarakat, Kelompok Sadar Wisata (Pokdarwis), serta Lembaga Adat. Selain itu pemerintah Desa Tumaluntung juga secara masif terus mensosialisasikan program Desa Wisata kepada masyarakat.

 

Kata Kunci: Upaya; Desa Wisata; Pemerintah Desa; Peraturan Desa

 

 

ABSTRACT

This study aims to find out how the efforts made by the village government of Tumaluntung, Kauditan District, North Minahasa Regency in supporting government programs contained in the Decree of the Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy of the Republic of Indonesia Number: KM/107/KD.03/2021, concerning guidelines for the development of Creative Villages . This study uses a qualitative method with a descriptive qualitative approach, which will focus on identifying the various efforts made by the Tumaluntung Village government in developing a Tourism Village. Based on the results of the study it was found that various efforts had been made by the Tumaluntung Village government, one of which was to draft village regulations (Perdes) regarding tourism villages. Plans for drafting village regulations have been included on the agenda to be discussed at village meetings in 2023. The preparation of village regulations is carried out by involving all relevant parties such as the Village Consultative Body (BPD), the Community, Tourism Awareness Groups (Pokdarwis), and Customary Institutions. In addition, the Tumaluntung Village government also continues to socialize the Tourism Village program massively to the community.

 

Keywords: Effort; Tourism Village; Village government; Village Regulations
Emission tuning of AgInS2-based core/shell semiconductor quantum dots with type-II and quasi-type-II band alignments
Authors: Krobkrong Navapat , Uematsu Taro , Torimoto Tsukasa , Kuwabata Susumu
Published: May 2023

Here, silver indium sulfide (AgInS2)/gallium selenide core/shell quantum dots (QDs) were developed to exhibit red band-edge emission. Previously, we developed AgInS2/gallium sulfide core/shell QDs, which exhibited yellow band-edge photoluminescence (PL). Upon the gallium selenide shell growth, the PL spectra redshifted by more than 100 nm owing to an indirect transition between the core and shell (called the type-II characteristic). After the posttreatment with HCl, the PL wavelength was further redshifted by the formation of Ag–In–S–Se alloyed cores with a narrow bandgap, and the PL intensity increased because of the formation of a quasi-type-II band alignment. In addition, the PL wavelength could be tuned between deep-red and yellow by varying the S/(S + Se) ratio in the Ga–S–Se ternary shells. Based on the long lifetime of the QDs with the alloyed shells, it was suggested that the electronic structure of these alloyed shell QDs is the full type II.
Pelatihan Penulisan Artikel Berbasis Action Research pada Guru Biologi MA/Mts di Tidore Kepulauan
Authors: Amin Astuti Muh , Juniartin Juniartin , Matdoan Muhammad
Published: May 2023

The ability to carry out classroom action research is one of the abilities that must be possessed by professional teachers. The general objective of Community Service (PkM) is to provide understanding and training related to writing action research-based scientific articles for MA/Mts biology teachers in Tidore, Islands, North Maluku. Participants in the training activities were biology teachers at the MA/MTs level in the Tidore Islands, North Maluku, totaling 30 people. The methods used are the lecture method, question and answer, presentation, and drill. The results of PkM activities show (1) there is an increase in understanding and motivation of activity participants in writing Action Research-based scientific articles with an average response value of 98.33%; (2) activity participants have been able to identify problems in the learning process in class for the basis of conducting research and writing scientific articles based on Action Research; (3) OJS Al-Nafis Journal, Tadris Biology IAIN Ternate have been socialized to PkM participants. Even so, PkM activities still need to be continued in the form of continuous intensive assistance.Â
Kelayakan Ekonomi Prarancangan Pabrik Aseton dari Isopropil Alkohol dengan Proses Dehidrogenasi Kapasitas 330.000 Ton/Tahun
Authors: Visca Rinette , Lubena Lubena , Artana I Nyoman , Samodrawati Dian , Naidir Ferra , Antonius Hans , Putri Dwi
Published: May 2023

Kebutuhan aseton dalam sektor industri di Indonesia relatif meningkat setiap tahun. Aseton banyak dipakai pada industri selulosa asetat, cat, serat, plastik, karet, kosmetik, perekat dan penyamakan kulit. Pabrik ini didirikan untuk memenuhi kebutuhan aseton dalam negeri yang semakin meningkat. Tujuan pra rancangan ini adalah untuk menentukan apakah pabrik aseton layak untuk didirikan. Perancangan pabrik aseton menggunakan proses dehidrogenasi kapasitas 330,000 ton/tahun. Bahan baku yang digunakan yakni isopropil alkohol (IPA), yang dihidrogenasi dalam reaktor multi turbular fixed bed dengan kondisi operasi pada temperatur 325 °C dan tekanan 3 atm dengan katalis zinc oxide. Tahap proses meliputi tahap penyiapan bahan baku, tahap pembentukan produk, dan tahap pemisahan hasil. Produk yang dihasilkan berupa aseton dengan kemurnian 99% berat. Pendirian pabrik akan dimulai tahun 2025 dan akan mulai beroperasi tahun 2029. Bentuk Perusahaan yang dipilih adalah Perseroan Terbatas (PT), dengan jumlah karyawan keseluruhan adalah 140 orang, dimana terdiri dari 78 karyawan shift dan 62 karyawan non-shift. Dari hasil analisis ekonomi, diperoleh hasil perhitungan Return on Investment (ROI) sesudah pajak sebesar 48,04 %, Pay Out Time (POT) sesudah pajak selama 0,64 tahun, Break Even Point (BEP) sebesar 10,2 %, dan Internal Rate Return (IRR) sebesar 60,34 %. Berdasarkan hasil ekonomi pabrik ini layak untuk didirikan.
Peningkatan Mutu Penyelenggara Pendidikan Melalui Forum Pemangku Kepentingan Daerah Program Sekolah Penggerak
Authors: Hidayat Tomi , Irwandi Irwandi , Nopriyeni  , Rusdi
Published: May 2023

Tujuan dari pengabdian ini sesuai dengan tujuan forum pemangku kepentingan daerah program sekolah penggerak, yaitu peningkatan mutu penyelenggaraan pendidikan yang dapat dilakukan oleh pemangku kepentingan di masing-masing satuan pendidikan. Seluruh pemangku kepentingan merefleksikan capaian kemajuan pendidikan di daerahnya sekali dalam satu semester. Setiap pemangku kepentingan memiliki rencana dan komitmen tindak lanjut untuk meningkatkan kualitas pendidikan di daerahnya. Masalah yang dihadapi oleh para penyelenggara pendidikan di daerah khususnya di Kabupaten Bengkulu Selatan dan Rejang Lebong yang terkait dengan merancang dan menerapkan refleksi atau umpan balik serta interaksi dan berkolaborasi yang masih kurang. Program kegiatan forum pemangku kepentingan daerah ini dilakukan atas beberapa tahapan yaitu 1) Berbagi Praktik Baik; 2) Mimpi Bersama; 3) Diskusi Kelompok; 4) Strategi dan Rencana Tindak Lanjut Kelompok; 5) Komitmen Individu; 6) Refleksi. Hasil kegiatan ini yaitu: 1) Pemangku kepentingan mampu merefleksikan capaian kemajuan pendidikan di daerahnya pada akhir semester; 2) Pemangku kepentingan memiliki rencana dan komitmen tindak lanjut untuk meningkatkan kualitas pendidikan di daerahnya; 3) Pemangku kepentingan adalah pemangku kepentingan dengan berbagai peran dapat saling berinteraksi dan berkolaborasi

 

Kata Kunci : Pemangku Kepentingan, Refleksi, Mimpi bersama, Kolaborasi,  Sekolah Penggerak
Sosialisasi Kurikulum Merdeka Belajar Sma Al-Idrisiyah Sekolah SMA Al Idrisiyah Tanjung Selor Fatimah Al -Zahrah Desa Gunung Sari Km 12 Kecamatan Tanjung Selor Kabupaten Bulungan
Authors: Iskandar  , Budi Mulyadi  , Irsyad Sudirman  , Syaini  , Jimmy Nasroan  , Masruri  , Wempi Feber  , Yani Faturrachman  , M. Ibnu Ashari. R
Published: May 2023

Merdeka Curriculum is a curriculum with diverse intracurricular learning where content will be more optimal so that students have enough time to explore concepts and strengthen competencies. The independent teaching platform is an educational platform that can be used by educators as a medium for learning. The independent teaching platform is a driving force for educators in realizing pancasila learners who have various learning features. Based on various obstacles at Al Idrisiyah High School, including literacy, references, digital access, teacher competence, and time management, it is known that some teachers still rely on package books, both student books and teacher books as the only learning resource. While other learning resources are considered unimportant, it motivates us to carry out service activities with the theme of socialization of the independent curriculum which is in line with the independent curriculum launched by the Minister of Education and Culture in February 2022 as one of the Merdeka Belajar programs. The purpose of the socialization of the independent learning curriculum at Idrisiyah Senior High School in Gunung Sari Village, Tanjung Selor District, Bulungan Regency is to improve the quality of learning. The Merdeka curriculum focuses on essential materials and on developing the character of the pancasila student profile and is a step to transform education for the realization of Indonesia's Superior Human Resources which have pancasila student features. The implementation of the independent curriculum is a new thing, therefore Al-Idrisiyah High School continues to strive to equip teachers' knowledge so that teaching and learning activities that use the independent curriculum can later run optimally. In this Independent Learning Curriculum, there is no specialization program, so students can be free to choose subjects that suit their interests and talents. With this program, it can improve the quality of human resources. Because quality human resources can improve the progress of the nation.

Kata kunci— curriculum, independent learning, Al-Idrisiyah High School;
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF AUDIOVISUAL ABOUT DANGER SIGNS OF PREGNANCY WITH PREGNANT WOMEN’S KNOWLEDGE
Authors: Sindi Dwi Puspita , Mediarti Devi , Hindun Siti
Published: May 2023

Abstract.

Background : One of the factors causing the high maternal  mortality rate (MMR) is the lack of knowledge of pregnant women about the danger signs of pregnancy. Recognizing the danger  signs of pregnancy has an important role to prevent or reduce the Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR). It is very important to know so that the danger signs can be prevented, because if the danger signs are known early, the treatment will be faster. Providing audiovisuals in the form of videos about the danger signs of pregnancy to pregnant women is one way to increase knowledge, so that pregnant women can quickly make decisions when they encounter danger signs of pregnancy. Objective : This study aims to determine the effectiveness of audiovisual about pregnancy danger signs on the knowledge of pregnant women at PMB Choirul Mala, Palembang City in 2021. Method : This research used pre-experimental one group pretest- posttest design. Sample were taken from the population that met the inclusion criteria, with 30 people with total sampling. Result : The results of the study using the test test obtained a significance value of 0.000 (ρ <0.05), meaning that there was a significant difference between increasing knowledge of pregnant women before and after being given audiovisuals. Conclusion : There is audiovisual effectiveness about the danger signs of pregnancy on increasing knowledge of pregnant women at PMB Choirul Mala in 2021. Suggestion : The result of the study can be used as asource of information to reduce the danger signs of pregnancy in pregnant women and be applied in maternity midwifery services.

 

Keywords : Audio visual, pregnancy danger signs, knowledge, pregnancy.
Defensa de un modelo principialista en sociedades complejas y plurales
Authors: Maldonado Smith Mario Eduardo
Published: May 2023

El presente artículo aboga por la defensa de un modelo principialista señalando sus virtudes y oportunidades. A la par, se presentan las principales críticas recibidas y posibles respuestas a las mismas. El trabajo presta particular atención a los problemas del relativismo, la discrecionalidad y la indeterminación; mediante el empleo de casos se ejemplifica cómo los jueces argumentan respuestas coherentes bajo un enfoque de principios. Se concluye que la indeterminación, a pesar de ser un elemento presente en todo sistema, puede ser disminuida mediante una argumentación racional y coherente sustentada en los principios fundamentales de nuestro ordenamiento jurídico, especialmente los de índole constitucional.
ADDED UTILITY OF COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY PERFUSION STUDY IN THE ASSESSMENT OF EARLY ISCHEMIC STROKE IN COMPARISON WITH NONCONTRAST COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY - A PROSPECTIVE OBSERVATIONAL STUDY
Authors: Parate Ramesh , Bankar Ashlesha , Parate Tilottama
Published: May 2023

Objective: 1. T o study the added utility of computed tomography perfusion study in the assessment of early ischemic stroke in comparison with non-contrast computed tomography. 2. To study the role of computed tomography perfusion study in deciding thrombolytic treatment/ therapeutic protocols aimed at reversing the cerebral ischemic insult. Conclusions and Results: It was observed that 15 (46.68%) patients were in the 61-70 years of age group followed by 8 (25%) in the age group of 51-60 years. The mean age of the patients was 58.87 ±12.14 years. Ÿ Females were affected more i.e. 18 (56.25%) compared to the male patients 14 (43.75%). Ÿ Most observed co-morbid condition was hypertension in 9 (28.13%) patients followed by hypertension and diabetes in 7 (21.87%) patients and diabetes in 6 (18.75%) patients. Ÿ Among the study participants 4 (12.50%) were smokers followed by 6 (18.75%) were alcoholic and smokers & alcoholic (15.62%) respectively. Ÿ It was observed that the symptoms of palsy were present among 23 (71.88%) patients Ÿ The most commonly observed time of onset of symptoms was 3-5 hours in 23 (71.88%) patients followed by 1-3 hours (21.87%) and >5 hours in 2 (6.25%) patients. Ÿ NCCT ndings observed was denite signs of stroke in 12 (37.5%) patients followed by suspected signs of stroke on NCCT (25%) Ÿ It was observed that no sign of stroke was observed in 12 (37.5%) patients. Ÿ CT perfusion ndings observed was increased mean transient time (MTT) in all (100%) patients followed by decreased blood ow in all (100%) patients. It was observed that cerebral blood volume decreased in 12 (37.5%) patients, increased in 8 (25%) and normal in 12 (37.5%) patients. Ÿ The correlation of NCCT and CT perfusion ndings observed that out of total 32 patients NCCT study identies 20 patients while all 32 patients were identied by CT perfusion study with sensitivity of 100%. Ÿ CT perfusion provides early diagnosis of ischemic stroke thus helps in management of stroke patients. Inference : The present study concludes that CT-perfusion had more sensitivity compared to NCCT in identifying early ischemic stroke. CT perfusion has additional utility in management of early ischemic stroke. CT Perfusion study provides important information to the neurologist and neuro-interventionalist when evaluating patients for endovascular reperfusion therapy by identifying the size of core infarction and penumbra
PATTERN OF RED CELL MORPHOLOGY AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN ATTENDING ANTENATAL CLINIC IN AKURE, SOUTH WEST, NIGERIA
Authors: Azonima Irinyenikan Theresa , Yemisi Alabi Bolanle , Jimoh Folarin Bamidele
Published: May 2023

Background: Anaemia in pregnancy is a global health problem especially due to poor dietary intake. This study was carried out to ascertain the morphological pattern of anaemia among women and the factors associated with it. Method: It was a cross sectional study conducted at the antenatal clinic of the University of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital Complex in Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria. A total number of 400 pregnant women were recruited by systematic sampling and interviewed with structured questionnaires with their blood samples taken for red cell indices. Data was analysed using SPSS Version 22. Descriptive statistics were done for relevant variables and a Chi square test was used to nd an association between the variables and anaemia. Signicance was set at p<0.05. Results: Most of the women had normocytic hypochromic anaemia 2 2 especially among those with less intake of animal products (X = 69.9, p=0.013) and green vegetables (X = 25.9 , p=0.039). Conclusion: The reported normocytic hypochromic anaemia in this study showed that efforts must be intensied in counselling our women on the intake of iron rich diets which should be complemented by the routine use of haematinics.
“VARIANT ANATOMY OF THE ILIAC VENOUS SYSTEM: A STUDY LINKED WITH LAPAROSCOPIC HERNIA REDUCTION AND PELVIC SURGERIES”
Authors: Paul Daniel Ankit , C Dsouza Dias Medora
Published: May 2023

Background: Haemorrhage, whether retroperitoneal or intraperitoneal, is one of the most unwanted complications in any laparoscopic hernia reduction surgery or pelvic surgery, thus making variant anatomy of iliac venous system important as intraoperative injury to these venous channels can be one of its major causes. To study the existing communications betwe Aims and objectives: en the external and internal iliac venous system and perform its morphometric analysis. 24 formalin xed human hemi pelvises were di Material and Methods: ssected, internal (IIV) and external iliac veins (EIV) along with their tributaries were identied. Major venous anomalous communications were noted and measured accordingly. Results: 33.33% of all the observed pelvic halves had major anomalous venous communications between EIV and IIV. Knowledge Conclusion: anatomy of the pelvic venous system is vital to a surgeon especially in laparoscopic surgeries and even in the post-operative outcome of the patient.
EVALUATION OF PULSE-OXIMETRY PERFUSION INDEX AS A TOOL FOR ASSESSMENT OF EFFICACY OF RESCUE ANALGESIA IN POST OPERATIVE PATIENTS
Authors: Sarma Borkataki Sanchita , Jyoti Phukan Manash , Kumar Ray Arbind , Sankar Saikia Uday
Published: May 2023

Background: Pain in post operative patients is underestimated due to difculty of its assessment. Various scales and hemodynamic changes are used for pain assessment which are difcult to assess and sometimes not reliable. Masimo pulse oximetry derived perfusion index is a simple noninvasive, rapid and objective tool for pain evaluation in post operative patients. Objective: To evaluate usefulness of perfusion index as objective indicator of pain after rescue analgesia administration in post operative patients. Materials And Methods: Data were collected from 120 non intubated post operative patients of age group 18 to 80 years. Masimo pulse oximetry probe was connected to the patients. At the rst request of analgesia (T1) perfusion index, BPS-NI, patients haemodynamic were recorded following which rescue analgesia was given. Second measurements of the above parameters were taken again thirty minutes there after (T2). Results: There was signicant increase of perfusion index with signicant decrease of BPS-NI, MAP, heart rate following rescue analgesia administration. There was no signicant change in mean axillary temperature, peripheral oxygen saturation following rescue analgesia. Conclusion: Pulse oximetry derived perfusion index is a non-invasive, easy method, less time consuming. It can be used for evaluation of pain assessment and assessment of efcacy of rescue analgesia in post operative patients.
RECOMBINANT HUMAN EPIDERMAL GROWTH FACTOR IN TREATING DIABETIC FOOT ULCERS-A RANDOMISED CONTROLLED TRIAL
Authors: A Jayalal J , Vincent Angeline , Kumar Chinnappan Arul , Rafeek Mohamed , Mahiban Alexander Dev
Published: May 2023

Background: Diabetic foot ulcers are among the most common complications in patients with poor glycemic control. Diabetic foot ulcers are the result of poor glycemic control, underlying neuropathy, peripheral vascular disease, or poor foot care. Diabetic foot ulcers are a debilitating complication of diabetes mellitus that leads to increased overall morbidity in patients. When the recombinant human epidermal growth factor (rhEGF) is used as the topical application it stimulates epithelial proliferation, differentiation, and migration. As a result of this, there is an acceleration of epithelial regeneration and wound healing of diabetic ulcers. The Aim and Objective: aim is to study the efcacy of recombinant human epidermal growth factor by comparing the time taken for healing, cost-effectiveness, patient compliance, and duration of hospital stay after topical application of epidermal growth factor over a control group treated with conventional dressings of saline and hydrogen peroxide, which acts as the control group. This study is a randomized controlled trial conducted in the Methods: Department of General Surgery, Kanyakumari Government Medical College, from September 2022 to February 2023. A total of 60 patients were divided into two groups: 30 patients in the interventional group treated with rhEGF and 30 patients in the control group receiving conventional dressings with saline and hydrogen peroxide were monitored, and the wound healing time, patient compliance, cost effectiveness, and duration of hospital stay were studied. A total of Results: 60 patients of which 38 (63.3%) were males and 22(36.6%) were female patients. The wound healing was better in the group treated with rhEGF and the duration of hospital stay was signicantly shorter. Patient compliance was found to be similar in both groups & conventional wound dressing was found to be cost effective as rhEGF topical application is a costly affair. This study suggests that recombinant human Conclusion: epidermal growth factor helps in the acceleration of epithelial regeneration and wound healing in diabetic ulcers. Patients who were treated with recombinant human epidermal growth factor had a signicant reduction in wound healing time and decreased duration of hospital stay.
FACTORS AFFECTING HAND HYGIENE OF HEALTH CARE PROVIDER TO PREVENT AND CONTROL INFECTION IN NEW NORMAL ERA DUE TO COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Authors: Noprianty Richa
Published: May 2023

Failure to perform good hand hygiene is considered as an major cause of HAIs. From the WHO data, compliance rate of nurses hand hygiene activity at the United States is about 50%, Australia 65% while in Indonesia 47%. This study aims to determine the factors that affect hand hygiene compliance. This research method is analytical descriptive with cross-sectional approach. The object of data collection is an health ofcer (consultant doctors, resident doctors and nurses) at X Hospital in Bandung as many as 61 samples. Sample selection using stratied sampling method with research instrument in the form of questionnaire and observation sheet about knowledge and attitude to hand hygiene adopted from WHO. The results in the group of nurse were 63,16% doing imperfect hand hygiene and group of consultant consultant and doctor of resident respectively 47,06%. In terms of nurses knowledge about hand hygiene is 42.11%, consultant physician 52.94% and 48.00% resident doctors are included into either category. In terms of attitudes about the implementation of hand hygiene, the nurses group is 70.59% while physician consultants and resident doctors respectively 47.06% and 44.00% have a positive attitude. In terms of facilities is 89.47% nurses stated available, where as consultant physicians and resident doctors amounted to 82.35% and 84.00%. There was a signicant relationship between hand hygiene with knowledge (p = 0,02) and hand hygiene facility (p = 0,000). From these ndings the hospital needs to improve knowledge and positive attitude in terms of hand hygiene.
A STUDY ON INCIDENCE OF HIV INFECTION AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN ATTENDING
ANTENATAL CLINIC IN A TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL
Authors: Honna Basavaraj , B.Yadav B.
Published: May 2023

Background: Estimating the HIV seroprevalence in a low risk population, such as pregnant women, provides crucial
data for tracking the trajectory of HIV in the general population and aids in the prevention of transmission from mother to
child. Methods: This study involved 2000 pregnant women who attended antenatal clinic at VDGMC Latur , India
between January 2022 and July 2022. Following pre-test counselling and informed consent, a blood sample was taken
and analysed for HIV antibodies in accordance with NACO recommendations. ELISA was the initial antibody test.Two
more tests were performed to confirm any positive results from the initial test.Results: 15 pregnant women out of 2000
were discovered to have HIV, with a seroprevalence rate of 0.5%.The majority of seropositive females (87.5%) were in
the 20–30 age range.12.5% of the population was aged 15 to 19.Seroprevalence was greater in people under 20 (1.9%),
people with longer reproductive histories (2.4%),and people without a high school diploma (3%).The majority of HIVpositive women had migrant husbands, then truckers. Conclusions: Despite the fact that our study population is not
representative of all of India because it is a hospital-based study with a small sample size, this research shows a little
increase in HIV prevalence among pregnant women.More than 90% of paediatric AIDS cases are caused by mother-tochild HIV infection during pregnancy, birth, or breast-feeding. Reduced mother-to-child HIV transmission will be
achieved through effective antenatal screening, interventions, and preventative measures during pregnancy, delivery,
and nursing.
BACTERIAL ISOLATES OF THE RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTION AND THEIR CURRENT
SENSITIVITY PATTERN AMONG PATIENTS ADMITTED IN TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL.
Authors: Gupta Vaishali , Singh Kuldeep , A. John Smeeta , Paul Rajdeep , Sundar Bera Shyam
Published: May 2023

Background & Objectives: This study was aimed to observe the susceptibility pattern of bacterial isolates from
respiratory tract infection (RTI). Respiratory tract infection is considered as one of the major public health problems and
a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in many developing countries. Respiratory tract is the part of the human
system that plays a vital role in breathing processes. In human, the respiratory system can be subdivided into an Upper
respiratory tract and a Lower respiratory tract based on anatomical features. The respiratory tract is constantly exposed
to microbes due to the extensive surface area. Methods: The present study was conducted retrospectively for a period
of one year November 2021 to October 2022. All respiratory specimens included Sputum, BAL, throat swab;
endotracheal aspirate specimens were collected aseptically from patients and cultured on the appropriate
bacteriological media (Blood agar, MacConkey agar & Chocolate Agar). Bacterial isolates were identified by
biochemical tests and antimicrobial susceptibility performed by standard methods as per CLSI 2022. Results: 152
(72.3%) of total 210 samples were positive for bacterial culture. 126 (82.8%) were gram negative bacilli (GNB) and 26
(17.1%) were gram positive cocci (GPC). The predominant pathogen isolated was K. pneumoniae 46 (30.2%) followed
by Escherichia coli 28 (18.4%).The overall susceptibility of GNB was highest towards Imipenem, Meropenem followed
by Piperacillin tazobactam and Amikacin. Gram positive organisms exhibited highest susceptibility towards
Vancomycin and Linezolid. Conclusion: Imipenem is the most sensitive antibiotic followed by Piperacillin tazobactam
and Amikacin which can be used for empirical therapy for respiratory tract infections (RTI). The antibiotic therapy
should be modified as per the culture and sensitivity report. Regular determinations of the type of bacterial pathogens
and updation of antibiogram must be followed in every institution to aid in better patient management by helping the
clinician in the judicious use of antibiotics.
BIOSTATISTICAL SOFTWARE: MICROSOFT EXCEL, SPSS AND MINITAB MAKES FINDING
CENTRAL TENDENCY AND DISPERSION EASY AND EFFECTIVE
Authors: Kumar Mahato Tapan
Published: May 2023

When we were in school, we were taught how to use a note book and a pen to determine central tendency and dispersion. The entire process took too long and required too much time. These days, we can accomplish this using a programme called biostatistical software. These programmes reduce labour costs as well as time. India consistently ranks as one of the top five pharmaceutical producing nations in the world. The use of software, which allows a work to be completed with less effort and more accuracy, is growing steadily. In research, the use of computers and innovative software is becoming more and more frequent, particularly in the field of biostatistics, which deals with the application of mathematics to biological systems (living things). Due to its usage in both experimental and observational research, biostatistics is advantageous not only to the pharmaceutical business but also to medical and paramedical schools (such as nursing and pharmacy schools). Pen and paper calculations and measurements take an enormous amount of time and are inefficient. Currently, a variety of statistical software is available for the fulfilment of tasks that can quickly produce results. Software programmes used for statistical analysis include Minitab, SPSS, R studio and Microsoft Excel. This article will go over various biostatistical software programmes and how to utilise them to calculate central tendency and dispersion. Because it is free, versatile and simple to use MS Excel is the biostatistical programme that is utilised the most. Cons and benefits can be found in every piece of software. Microsoft Excel is free, whereas other programmes require a monthly or annual fee. There are available demo versions of these that can be used for educational purposes
FROM DIAGNOSIS TO RECOVERY:THE LATEST INNOVATIONS IN INTERNAL DERANGEMENT
MANAGEMENT
Authors: Gopi Kanishkar , Deivanayagi Deivanayagi , Chaithanya Mukundh
Published: May 2023

Internal derangement refers to a range of pathologies that can occur within the temporomandibular joint (TMJ).Recent advances in understanding and managing internal derangement have been made in areas such as imaging modalities, surgical techniques, and non-surgical treatments. Imaging modalities such as MRI and CBCT have allowed for better diagnosis and assessment of internal derangement, while advancements in surgical techniques have improved outcomes and reduced the need for open surgery. Non-surgical treatments, such as physiotherapy and splint therapy, have also shown promising results in managing internal derangement.This article provides an overview of these recent advances in internal derangement and their implications for clinical practice
ROBOTIC TECHNIQUE IN DENTAL IMPLANT - REVIEW
Authors: K Dhanalakshmi , Priyanka S Lakshmi
Published: May 2023

Robots are now utilised in every field of research due to technological improvements; their capacity to execute accurate work without tiredness has led to their employment in dentistry. Early robots needed a human operator, but last decade robotic systems have grown quickly, and the most advanced medical robots can autonomously intervene with patients or monitor automatically. This article will introduce robotics in dental field about its function in implantology, the types of robotics now used in implantology, and its effects on implantology. In conclusion Robotics has positive effects on patients when compare to conventional dental implants placement
IN VITRO COMPARATIVE STUDY OF THE INFLUENCE OF INSTRUMENT TAPER ON THE
FRACTURE RESISTANCE OF ENDODONTICALLY TREATED TEETH
Authors: Kirtania Sourav , Bhattacharyya Anirban , Bikash Maity Asim , Majumdar Gayatri
Published: May 2023

Context: Preparation of the root canal system is recognized as being one of the most important stages in root canal treatment which removes organic debris and microorganisms from the root canal system by means of chemicomechanical preparation and irrigation of the canals. The use of nickel-titanium instruments has drastically reduced the time and the difficulties that were encountered with traditional hand instruments made up of stainless steel. Utilizing properties of super-elasticity, shape memory and different tapers of these instruments reduces not only the possibility of canal transportation but also affects both the geometry and volume of root canals. This subjects the root dentin to stress and consequently dentinal defects which increases the risk of root fracture during or after root canal treatment. Clinicians now have the opportunity to choose from differently tapered instruments having unique characteristics in their geometry and metallurgy. These are progressively tapered instruments, fixed tapered instruments, and variable tapered instruments, which come with the benefit of conforming to the root canal anatomy as well as removing dentin as little as possible while cleaning and shaping. The aim of this study was to examine the influence o Aim: f instrument taper on the fracture resistance of endodontically treated roots under in vitro experimental conditions.Conclusion: Under the limitations of this study in in-vitro conditions there were no significant differences between the fracture loads between the different file systems used, however samples prepared with Hyflex EDM recorded the highest fracture resistance, followed by ProTaper NEXT, ProTaper Gold and NeoEndo Flex respectively.
COMPARISON OF GLOBAL YOUTH TOBACCO SURVEY (GYTS) – 4 TAMIL NADU WITH INDIA
Authors: M Mahalakshmi. , S Kalaivani , K Rajeswary , Ravisankar Ravisankar , Jinnah Lavanya
Published: May 2023

The Global Youth Tobacco Survey (GYTS) is a worldwide survey of students in grades 13 through 15 that is conducted in
schools and is nationally representative. The worldwide youth tobacco survey is a component of the global tobacco
surveillance system.This paper evaluates the gender disparities in tobacco use across the populations of Tamil Nadu
and India using data from the GYTS 2019 survey.The 2019 GYTS objectives were determining the level of tobacco usage,
indicated age, exposure to secondhand smoke, and tobacco advertising. A total of 34 schools from Tamil Nadu were
chosen for the survey among the 987 schools in India.The questionnaire included details about tobacco use prevalence,
quitting, secondhand smoke, the media's influence on tobacco use, the availability of tobacco to young people, and
knowledge and attitudes about smoking in paper products among girls and boys between the ages of 13 and 15.
Prevalence of ever tobacco users and current tobacco users (both smoking and smokeless form) in Tamil Nadu is lower
than Indian average.This Youth Tobacco Survey data is used by health and education professionals to improve national
and state programs aimed at preventing and reducing youth tobacco use
AN ACCIDENTALLY DIAGNOSED CASE OF SINUS VENOSUS TYPE OF ATRIAL SEPTAL DEFECT
Authors: Anadkat Vishal , Patil Smita , Maulick Nivedita , Patel Harsh
Published: May 2023

Atrial septal defect (ASD) is the most common congenital heart lesion in adults and is often asymptomatic until adulthood. Diagnosis is important, as timely ASD repair improves outcomes.
COMPARISON OF COPD ASSESSMENT TEST (CAT SCORE) AND MODIFIED MEDICAL RESEARCH COUNCIL DYSPNOEA SCORE (MMRC SCORE) FOR EVALUATION OF COMORBIDITIES, BMI AND SMOKING HISTORY IN COPD PATIENTS
Authors: Biswas Spandan , Kishan Jai , Sanchaya Saras
Published: May 2023

COPD is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among patients with respiratory diseases. It comprises a major burden of patients visiting any hospital or ICU. The GOLD
(Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease) has given guidelines for diagnosing and treating COPD.COPD is characterized by persistent airflow limitation. GOLD categorizes COPD patient groups as per CAT/ mMRC score and ER visits.
A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY ON EVOLVING TRENDS IN LOWER AIRWAY FOREIGN BODIES
IN INDIAN CHILDREN AT A TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL
Authors: Kumar Jain Anchal , Verma Jagram , Gupta Yamini , Kaushik Rakhi , Prakash Prajapati Indra
Published: May 2023

Introduction Foreign body (FB) in the pediatric airway is a prevailing and crucial emergency with presenting symptoms often overlapping with other common pediatric conditions.[ ] The best way to manage it is an early diagnosis and a rigid bronchoscopy removal under general anesthesia used by fully trained staff . Lack of proper health education, superstitions, negligence from parents side and lack of availability of timely and expert medical help results in delayed or inadequate management. . A foreign body aspiration into the respiratory tract is a serious condition of the respiratory [2 ] system, characterised by a variability of medical history, symptoms and prognosis. Methodology This study was a retrospective conducted from Jan 2018 to Dec 2022.We selected a series of 50 patients under the age of 5 yrs conducted in the Department of ENT of M.G.M Medical College and M.Y.Hospital Indore(MP). Discussion In our study highest incidence of FB was seen in the children between the age group of 1-3years which is more common because toddlers of this age group are prone to put anything coming in their hands in mouth as they explore the world. This is clearly evident in our study that the incidence of FB is more in rural areas. Tracheobronchial metallic foreign bodies early detection and removal is necessary to avoid life threatening respiratory complication. Foreign body aspiration is Conclusion a common but largely preventable problem and every case of a respiratory distress should be suspected for foreign body. Rigid Bronchoscopy is the gold standard for the diagnosis and the most safe treatment method for foreign body removal. Use of optical forceps is advantages not only for foreign body removal but also for educational, teaching, learning, record keeping & medicolegal purpose also.
REGENERATIVE ENDODONTICS – A REVIEW
Authors: R Adhilakshmi. , S Kalaivani. , K Rajeswary.
Published: May 2023

Regenerative endodontic procedure is a biologically based management for necrotic pulp in developing permanent teeth. The main goals of regenerative endodontics are regeneration of the pulp and dentin complex, increased teeth lifetime and to establish normal function. Regenerative endodontics aims to maintain the tooth's life and sensitivity while preventing necrosis it tries to regenerate the injured 'pulp-like' tissue .This review summarizes the methods created for pulp regeneration and complications based on recent biologic foundation and current clinical guidelines used in regenerative endodontics and discusses future strategies for pulp regeneration.
USAGE OF CBCT IN DIAGNOSTIC DILEMMA: A CASE REPORT
Authors: Begum A Haritha , Deivanayagi Deivanayagi , Chaithanya Mukundh
Published: May 2023

Dentigerous cysts are a common type of odontogenic cysts that arise from the follicle surrounding an unerupted tooth.
Although they are typically asymptomatic, they can cause tooth displacement, resorption, and even facial disfigurement
in rare cases. In this case report, a 20-year-old male presented with a diffused swelling in the lower left cheek region that
gradually increased in size over five days, along with pain and difficulty in mouth opening. A cone-beam computed
tomography (CBCT) imaging was performed, revealing a well-circumscribed, unilocular radiolucent lesion consistent
with a dentigerous cyst surrounding the crown of the impacted tooth 38. The therapeutic approach for dentigerous cysts
varies depending on the cyst's dimensions and location, the patient's age, and the cyst's proximity to adjacent vital teeth.
Conservative surgical approaches are preferred for younger patients, while cyst/tooth removal is the treatment of
choice for older patients. In conclusion, proper interpretation of radiographic images is critical for diagnosing
dentigerous cysts and developing appropriate management plans
WRITING A RESEARCH FRAMEWORK FOR AN EVALUATION OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF SUSTAINABLE TOURISM POLICY IMPLEMENTATION IN CAMBODIA: A CASE OF ANGKOR WORLD HERITAGE AREA
Authors: Dem Tithsatya
Published: May 2023

This article aims at writing a research framework for exploring sustainable cultural heritage tourism policy implementation at Angkor (World Heritage Area).There are six policy initiatives within Angkor's Tourism Management Plan (2012-2020) to guide sustainability of tourism development. The year 2020 was the end of implementing these policy initiatives, but there were not any documents reporting the effectiveness and success of their implementations; therefore, this study will show the framework for investigating the implementation of policy initiatives within this timeframe. There are three main objectives in this framework. First, it is necessary to identify the outcomes of policy implementation judged by stakeholders. Second, it is important to outline and understand the barriers that hinder the successful implementation of the policy.Third,there is a need to create a framework for how to successfully implement sustainable tourism policies in the development of more sustainable tourism in the future
EDUCATION AMONG MADIGA COMMUNITY IN THE HAVERI DISTRICT OF KARNATAKA
Authors: B. Jyothi Dhruva
Published: May 2023

Madiga community is one of the largest communities in Karnataka state and politically this community is neglected as
well as educationally backward. In the field study region, most of the respondents have lower status because these
community people are being treated as untouchables.Though this community is included in the scheduled caste,they
have failed to utilise the benefits of the government.The first generation of this community is going to school but because
of poverty, many dropouts are noticed among the respondents' children.This paper is to shed some light on education
and other changes among the respondents.
Weevil Infestation of Kolanuts in the field and Markets in Western Nigeria
Authors: AJIBOLA M. DARAMOLA.
Published: May 2023

The patterns and levels of weevil infestation of kola nuts offered for sale ill three major
kola markets, Ile-Ife, Ogunmakin and Mamu, in Western Nigeria were investigated. The populations of the weevils in market and field samples of kola nuts were also assessed. Infestation of nuts was generally high (41-52 percent) during the off-season of kola (June-August or September) when the field population of the weevils was very low. Both the market and field samples of kola nuts gave two peaks of weevil population; a smaller peak in April-May and a main peak in November-January. The two population peaks are related to the light and main harvest season of kola in Southern Nigeria.
Observations on Euzopherodes vapidella Mann (Lepidoptera Pyrallidae) Infesting Yam Tubers in Ibadan Nigeria
Authors: DINA S.O.
Published: May 2023

Laboratory observations were carried out on the development of Euzopheroides vapidella Mann attacking stored yam tubers (Dioscorea spp) in Ibadan. This was the first record of the species from West Africa. The mean developmental period of the insect was 24.30 ± 1.88 days in D. alata L. at a mean temperature of 31.2±3.5oC and mean relative humidity of 49.4 ± 2.7. Development in D. rotundata Poir was unsatisfactory. Only mechanically damaged tubers were attacked and the storage of only physically undamaged tubers is recommended in order to reduce infestation by the pest.
Radiographic examination of Stored Grains and Seeds to Reveal Internal Insect Infestation
Authors: OSUJI FABIAN. N. C
Published: May 2023

The internal infestation conditions of some stored grains have been explored using the General Electric X-ray Grain Inspection Unit. Sorghum and maize infested by Sitophilus zeamais Motsch., wheat infested by S.. granarius (Linn. ), S. oryzae and Sitotroga cerealella (Olivier), and cowpea infested by Callosobruchus maculatus (Fab.) have been radiographed. Kola nuts infested by Balanogasris kolae (Desbr , ) were also X -rayed. Some ordinary photographs of the infested grains were taken for comparison. In all cases, the radiographs revealed details of infestation within grain kernels which were not discernible in ordinary photographs, or by other conventional methods of investigation. The application of the radiographic technique in the elucidation of the post-embryonic development of stored grain pests inside grain kernels and in the inspection of .commercial grains and produce is indicated.
Enhancing the Efficacy of Intelligent Agents in Resource-Limited Settings for Advanced 6GNetworks: A Holistic SE-DO Framework
Authors: Tshakwanda Petro
Published: May 2023

Network Data was collected from a campus network.
Blue Light Photobiomodulation as treatment for peristomal skin disorders: case series
Authors: Gasperini Stefano , Antonini Mario
Published: May 2023

Introduction. Keeping the peristomal skin intact proves to be a challenge for stoma patients and the health care teams that work with them. Peristomal skin complications are shown to affect 36.3% to 73.4% of patients. They are often particularly difficult to treat with topical therapies since the topical medications available are cream-based or ointment type formulations that don’t allow for perfect adhesion of the pouching system to the abdomen’s skin. In this study a preliminary evaluation of the effectiveness of Blue Light Photobiomodulation in the treatment of peristomal skin disorders was performed

Methods. Patients carrying ostomy with lesions of types L2, L3, L4, L5, LX (SACS 2.0 classification5) that had not experienced an improvement in 4 weeks of standard therapy were selected for Blue Light therapy.  Blue Light treatment was performed twice a week for 4 weeks, in addition to standard therapy. Tissue repair was evaluated through Wound Bed Score and pain reduction.

Results. All the 11 patients enrolled responded to Blue Light treatment with an average WBS improvement of 8.3 points and a significant reduction in pain. Blue Light Photobiomodulation proved decisive in activating the healing process in three patients with pyoderma gangrenous.

Conclusions. The positive clinical results suggests that Blue Light Photobiomodulation could be a promising tool in the management of peristomal skin lesions.