bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PENGARUH PEMBERIAN KOMPOS DAN PUPUK CAIR GREEN TONIK TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN DAN HASIL TANAMAN KACANG HIJAU (Phaseolus radiatus L.) VARIETAS VIMA
Authors: Gamas Abin Dales , Jannah Noor , Sujalu Akas Pinaringan
Published: February 2025

Kacang hijau merupakan tanaman Leguminosae yang tumbuh baik didaerah tropis, memiliki nilai ekonomis penting setelah tanaman kacang tanah dan kedelai. Tujuan penelitian yaitu: untuk mengetahui pengaruh penggunaan dan interaksi antara kompos dan pupuk cair Green Tonik Terhadap Pertumbuhan Dan Hasil Tanaman Kacang Hijau (Phaseolus radiatus L.) Varietas Vima, untuk memperoleh dosis kompos dan konsentrasi: pupuk cair Green Tonik terhadap tanaman kacang hijau. Penelitian pada bulan Mei sampai Agustus 2021. Tempat penelitian di daerah tambang BBE, kecamatan Sungai Kunjang, kota Samarinda, Kalimantan Timur. Penelitaian menggunakan rancangan acak lengkap (RAL) dengan pola 4 x 4 yang diulang sebanyak 3 kali. Faktor pertama adalah pupuk kompos (K) yang terdiri dari 4 taraf, yaitu: k0 = (kontrol), k1 = 36 g/polybag setara dengan 10 ton/ha, k2 = 72 g/polybag setara dengan 20 ton/ha, k3 = 108 g/polybag setara dengan 30 ton/ha. Faktor kedua adalah Green Tonik (g) yang terdiri dari 4 taraf, yaitu: g0 = (kontrol), g1 = 1,5 ml/liter air, g2 = 3 ml/liter air, g3 = 4,5 ml/liter air. Faktor kedua adalah pupuk cair Green Tonik. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pengaruh pemberian pupuk kompos dan pupuk green tonik terhadap pertumbuhan kacang hijau berpengaruh tidak nyata terhadap semua parameter pertumbuhan tanaman. Jenis pupuk daun berpengaruh nyata terhadap tinggi tanaman umur 15, 30, dan 45 HST dan umur panen. Tinggi tanaman, jumlah daun, dan jumlah polong per tanaman tidak berbeda secara signifikan antara kelompok yang menerima Green Tonik dan kelompok kontrol. Interaksi antara pupuk kompos dan pupuk green tonik berpengaruh tidak nyata terhadap semua parameter pertumbuhan tanaman. Interaksi antara pemberian kompos dan Green Tonik juga tidak memberikan efek signifikan pada pertumbuhan dan hasil tanaman. Kombinasi keduanya tidak menghasilkan perbedaan yang signifikan dibandingkan dengan kelompok control.
PENGARUH PUPUK KANDANG KAMBING DAN POC FORTUNE TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN DAN HASIL TANAMAN BAWANG PREI (Allium porrum L.) VARIETAS BLAZE F1
Authors: Kemnyien Mauritius , Sutejo Hery , Napitupulu Marisi
Published: February 2025

Tujuan penelitian  untuk mengetahui pengaruh pupuk kandang kambing dan pupuk Organik Cair Fortune serta interaksi terhadap pertumbuhan dan hasil tanaman bawang prei, dan juga untuk mengetahui dosis pupuk kandang kambing dan konsentrasi pupuk Organik Cair Fortune yang tepat terhadap pertumbuhan dan hasil tanaman bawang prei.Penelitian dilaksanakan mulai dari awal Januari sampai dengan awal bulan Maret 2024. Tempat penelitian di Jl. JIE BAK, RT. 11, No. 26, Desa Nehas Liah Bing, Kecamatan Muara Wahau, Kabupaten Kutai Timur, Provinsi Kalimantan Timur.Penelitian menggunakan rancangan percobaan dengan analisis faktorial 3 x 3 dalam Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL), dengan 5 kali ulangan. Terdiri atas 2 faktor perlakuan. Faktor I, Dosis Pupuk Kandang Kambing (K) terdiri dari 3 taraf yaitu: tanpa pupuk kandang kambing atau kontrol (k0), dosis pupuk 150 kg/ha atau setara dengan 125 g/polibag (k1), dan dosis pupuk 10 ton/ha atau setara dengan 250 g/polibag (k2). Faktor II, Pupuk POC Fortune (F) terdiri atas 3 taraf, yaitu : tanpa POC Fortune atau kontrol (f0), konsentrasi POC Fortune 10 ml/l.air (f1), dan konsentrasi POC Fortune 20 ml/l.air (f2).Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perlakuan pupuk kandang kambing (K) tidak berpengaruh nyata terhadap tinggi tanaman umur 30 hari setelah tanam, jumlah daun umur 30 hari dan umur 60 hari setelah tanam, jumlah anakan saat panen dan panjang akar. Berpengaruh sangat nyata terhadap tinggi tanaman umur 60 hari setelah tanam dan berat basah tanaman. Berat basah tanaman terberat terdapat pada perlakuan pupuk kandang kambing dengan dosis 250 g/polibag (k2), yaitu 117,00 g/polibag. Sedangkan berat basah teringan terdapat pada perlakuan tanpa pupuk kandang kambing (k0), yaitu 77,67 g/polibag.Perlakuan POC Fortune tidak berpengaruh nyata terhadap tinggi tanaman umur 30 hari setelah tanam, jumlah daun umur 30 hari dan umur 60 hari setelah tanam dan jumlah anakan saat panen. Berpengaruh nyata terhadap panjang akar. Berpengaruh sangat nyata terhadap tinggi tanaman umur 60 hari setelah tanam dan berat basah tanaman. Berat basah tanaman terberat terdapat pada perlakuan POC Fortune dengan konsentrasi 20 ml/l.air (f2), yaitu 111,00 g/polibag, sedangkan berat basah tanaman teringan terdapat pada perlakuan tanpa POC Fortune (f0), yaitu 70,00 g/polibag.Interaksi perlakuan pupuk kandang kambing dan POC Fortune (KxF) tidak berpengaruh nyata terhadap tinggi tanaman umur 30 hari dan umur 60 hari setelah tanam, jumlah daun umur 30 hari dan umur 60 hari setelah tanam, jumlah anakan saat panen, panjang akar dan berat basah tanam.
Efficacy of Faecal transplant technique (FMT) to manage Neuropathic pain
Authors: Gupta PD
Published: February 2025

Disorders of the somatosensory nervous system or neuropathic pain are associated with abnormal sensations called dysesthesia. Somatic symptom disorder is diagnosed when a person has a significant focus on physical symptoms, such as pain, weakness or shortness of breath, to a level that results in major distress and/or problems functioning. There is no specific treatment available, only intended to help control symptoms and to allow the person to function as normally as possible. Lately, FMT treatment showing some promising results.
Politeness of Students’ Short Message (SMS) to Lecturers (Pragmatic Approach)
Authors: Untung  , Saasa
Published: February 2025

In academic communication, politeness in short messages (SMS) from students to lecturers is an important aspect that reflects respect and language ethics. From a pragmatic perspective, politeness in messages is not only determined by the choice of polite words, but also by understanding the context, language function, and prevailing social norms. Based on pragmatic principles, the messages conveyed by students must pay attention to factors such as social status, the relationship between speakers and interlocutors, and the purpose of communication. For example, the use of opening greetings, polite request expressions, and polite closings shows awareness of the principle of politeness in communication. Conversely, messages that are too direct, without self-introduction, or use informal language can be perceived as lacking respect for academic norms.
Analisis Fundamental Saham Terhadap Pertumbuhan Saham pada PJ Metal Tahun 2019-2023
Authors: SukJa Jeon , Muhani
Published: February 2025

This research aims to analyze the impact of stock fundamentals on stock growth at PJ Metal. PJ Metal has experienced an increase in its financial reports over the past 5 (five) years. Despite an increase in debt, total assets and equity (capital) have also continued to grow. Based on the income statement, it can be seen that the sales growth rate in 2021 reached 92%, which is the highest growth rate. The liquidity ratio measures the company’s ability to pay short-term debt. PJ Metal’s liquidity ratio is above 100%, indicating good liquidity. The leverage ratio measures how much debt the company has compared to its equity. PJ Metal’s leverage ratio is around 50%, which is considered reasonable. However, this leverage ratio is still lower compared to other Korean companies that have higher debt levels. The activity ratio describes how efficiently the company utilizes its assets. Although PJ Metal’s activity ratio decreases every year, the figures are still within the normal range. The profitability ratio includes ROE (Return on Equity) and ROA (Return on Assets). PJ Metal has performed well in both of these ratios, except in 2023. The market value ratio shows that PJ Metal’s earnings per share (EPS) have increased. Based on these financial reports, PJ Metal’s total assets and equity continue to increase despite the decline in PJ Metal’s stock price. Based on this fundamental analysis, it is expected that PJ Metal’s stock price may increase in the future
Deep Residual Learning for Fruits of Ceremonial Plants Recognition
Authors: Negara Ida Bagus Kade Dwi Suta , Putra I. Ketut Gede Darma , Sudarma Made , Sukarsa I. Made
Published: February 2025

Fruit detection refers to a method within image processing and computer vision that focuses on automatically recognizing and distinguishing different types of fruits using advanced algorithms and techniques. Fruits are essential and widely used in ceremonial offerings (Banten). They are pivotal in ensuring the completeness of ceremonial offerings. The main goal of fruit detection is to recognize fruits in image form, making it applicable in various applications, including inventory management, automatic classification in the agricultural industry, and medical applications for monitoring dietary patterns. Commonly used methods include artificial neural networks (deep learning), digital image processing, and feature extraction techniques to distinguish between shapes, colours, textures, and other visual features of different types of fruits. In this research, the deep learning algorithm CNN (Convolutional Neural Network) is employed. This technique, a deep learning algorithm, excels in accurate image recognition and classification. A total of 500 fruit images are used for five types of ceremonial fruits commonly used in religious activities, namely coconut, banana, candlenut, nutmeg, and areca nut. The residual learning method RESNET152 is used as the CNN algorithm architecture. According to the test findings, the highest accuracy rate achieved was 93% in correctly identifying ceremonial fruit images.
GPR with a Bench Model Experiment to Measure Bathymetry and Sediment Accumulation of Faylor Lake, PA
Authors: Lachhab Ahmed , DuPont-Andrew Trey , Sharer Michael
Published: February 2025

Waterborne Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) can be a powerful method for surveying bathymetry, water, and sedimentation volumes within water impoundments like Faylor Lake in Snyder County, Pennsylvania. Current methods for measuring sediment volume in water impoundments often involve invasive techniques, such as collecting cores, which lead to rough estimates due to limited available physical data. This study aims to utilize a custom-made GPR apparatus, which includes a 100 MHz transceiver, a GPR controller, and a GPS device, all mounted on a small 2-person crewed inflatable watercraft. Over 40,000 data points of depth locations spanning the entire lake were collected. The data has been used to generate contour maps and 3D models of the current bathymetry, as well as the original topography of the basin before the dam's construction in 1983. During this study, the lacustrine deposit's dielectric permittivity (ε) was directly measured using a laboratory bench experiment with a 1600 MHz GPR transceiver. The measured ε = 51.69 has enabled the determination of accurate depth values and, subsequently, the sediment volume. The sediment volume represented 20% of the entire lake, with a volume of 139,281 m3. The water volume was also determined with ε = 80, amounting to 663,659 m3. The 3D bathymetry map also shows the outlines of the old Middle Creek channel. The deepest part of the lake was identified on the southeast side, near the drop inlet of the dam, along the old Middle Creek channel, with an average depth of 1.63 m.
Öğrenme Güçlüğü Olan ve Normal Gelişim Gösteren 7-9-11 Yaş Çocukların Metafor Algılarının Görsele Dayalı İncelenmesi
Authors: Gamiş Çiftci Begüm , Coşkun İbrahim
Published: February 2025

Bu araştırmada; 7-9-11 yaş öğrenme güçlüğü olan ve normal gelişim gösteren bireylerin metafor algıları arasında farklılık olup olmadığı, metafor algılarının engel durumu, yaş, cinsiyet gibi çeşitli özelliklere göre farklılık gösterip göstermediğini ortaya koymak amaçlanmıştır. Araştırmanın çalışma grubunu İstanbul ilinde ikamet eden 7-9-11 yaş öğrenme güçlüğü olan 54 çocuk ve normal gelişim gösteren 54 akranı olmak üzere toplamda 108 çocuk oluşturmaktadır. Çalışmada Ressam Pablo Ruiz Picasso ve Ressam Viladimir Kush’ın resimleri arasından uzman görüşü alınarak seçilen toplam 13 resim kullanılmıştır. Araştırmada elde edilen veriler içerik analizi yöntemi ile çözümlenmiştir. Sonuçlar araştırmanın amaçları doğrultusunda tablolaştırılmış, açıklanmış ve yorumlanmıştır. Araştırma sonucunda öğrenme güçlüğü olan çocuklar ve normal gelişim gösteren akranları arasında metafor algıları açısından anlamlı farklılıklar bulunmuştur. Bununla beraber metaforlarda soyut kelime kullanım durumları incelendiğinde, aynı şekilde öğrenme güçlüğü olan çocuklar ve normal gelişim gösteren akranları arasındaki farklılığın devam ettiği görülmüştür. Elde edilen bulgular ilgili literatür doğrultusunda yorumlanmış ve öneriler sunulmuştur.
FEATURES OF USING STATE FINANCIAL CONTROL TO ENSURE NATIONAL SECURITY OF UKRAINE
Authors: HUMENIUK Iryna Leontiivna , BEREZOVSKYI Bohdan Mykolaiovych
Published: February 2025

The article examines the view of control as the final stage of management activity, which allows comparing the achieved results with the planned ones, which is a well-established point of view in the scientific literature. It is also very common to view control only as a method, a mechanism that ensures comparison of results with the tasks set. The purpose of the study is to determine the peculiarities of state financial control in ensuring the national security of Ukraine and to develop proposals to overcome them. From the analysis, it can be posited that control is a complex and multifaceted concept. On one hand, it serves as an element of state management, functioning as a tool for executing state policy. On the other hand, it can be viewed as a management activity characterized by its own methods, techniques, and forms of execution. Nonetheless, its purpose within society is shaped by its connection to state administration. In terms of public administration, the concept of control can be understood in both narrow and broad terms. In its narrower interpretation, control pertains to a specific management function, such as planning, where it is utilized to identify errors within a plan, thereby averting potential failures. Additionally, control encompasses the evaluation of activities performed by individuals or entities. A slightly broader interpretation of control is evident when it is defined as an assessment of adherence to and execution of normatively established tasks and plans. Control is reduced to comparing actual results with established indicators and taking corrective measures if necessary. Control over the financial sphere has been determined, taking into account the above, it can also be considered as a management activity that has its own methods, methods, forms of implementation, different interpretation of control bodies at all levels”, seems to us to be very convincing and relevant for the problem we are investigating. It is noted that, in general, the theory of finance determines that finance, financial control, and state financial control act as an objective component of the reproductive process. So, the essence of both finance, financial control, and state financial control lies in their social purpose.
Знищення засобів повітряного нападу противника під час російсько-української війни
Authors: Титаренко О. , Власенко Є.
Published: February 2025

Кількісно-якісну складову Повітряно-космічних сил Російської Федерації (ПКС РФ) перед вторгненням на територію України було переоцінено. Експертів вражала кількість російських бойових літаків у складі створеного авіаційного угруповання, яке було створено для вторгнення в Україну. Чисельні показники початкового кількісно-якісного співвідношення сил сторін коливався від 1:7 до 1:30 і більше на користь ПКС РФ. Експерти різних країн притримуються думки, що РФ була та все ще залишається однією з небагатьох країн світу, що має наступальні спроможності в повітряному просторі. Якщо за основу брати відомість чисельного складу літаків і вертольотів, цілком можливо, що дані відповідали дійсності. Зауважимо, що станом на 24 лютого 2022 року лише те об’єднання ПКС РФ що було створено для вторгнення в Україну за кількістю бойових літаків чисельно переважало авіаційний склад ПС ЗС України майже в чотири рази.
Противник ставив перед собою завдання упродовж перших трьох діб стратегічної повітряної наступальної операції знищити українську ППО, протягом ще одного тижня ‑ залишки бойової авіації.
У статті розкриваються особливості нанесення ракетно-авіаційних ударів по території України та тактик їх нанесення. Розглянуто, як вплинула допомога від наших партнерів у вигляді зенітних ракетних комплексів на ефективність української протиповітряної оборони. Проведено аналіз уроків, які отримав противник з початку широкомасштабного вторгнення та на чому саме нам необхідно зосередити зусилля для покращення української протиповітряної оборони.
Patologías asociadas a la deficiencia de vitamina D en pacientes geriátricos post-Covid-19
Authors: Chacón Valverde Adriana Carolina , Blandín Lituma Paula Eliana
Published: February 2025

Introducción. Los casos de COVID-19 en adultos mayores han revelado una asociación entre la infección respiratoria y la deficiencia de vitamina D. Se ha observado que el calcitriol, la forma activa de la vitamina D, interviene en el ataque a las células que presentan antígenos, desencadenando así una respuesta inmunitaria adaptativa. Objetivo. Describir las patologías más comunes asociadas a la deficiencia de vitamina D en pacientes geriátricos post-COVID-19 mediante una revisión sistemática. Metodología. Esta investigación es un artículo de revisión bibliográfica de enfoque descriptivo que utiliza una revisión sistemática para recopilar información basada en artículos de investigación relacionados con la deficiencia de vitamina D en pacientes geriátricos y SARS-CoV-2. La información se recolectó de bases de datos como PubMed, Web of Science y Scopus. Resultados. Se incluyeron 16 estudios que cumplieron con los criterios de inclusión, donde se encontró que la mayoría de los pacientes tenían niveles séricos de vitamina D inferiores a 20 ng/Ml, lo que sugiere una prevalencia significativa de deficiencia o insuficiencia de vitamina D en esta población. Además, se evidenció una relación entre esta deficiencia y la hipertensión arterial, la diabetes y, sobre todo, los casos graves de la enfermedad. Conclusión. La conexión entre niveles bajos de vitamina D y peores resultados en caso de COVID-19 o complicaciones durante y después de la enfermedad se presenta de manera clara, lo que enfatiza la importancia de considerar la vitamina D como un factor relevante en la gestión y pronóstico de la enfermedad en adultos mayores.  Área de estudio específica: Bioquímica Tipo de estudio :  Revisión bibliográfica
Intervensi health coaching tingkatkan pengetahuan psychological first aid pada mahasiswa relawan kebencanaan: Studi eksperimen kuasi
Authors: Khayati Rika Fajar Nur , Suryani Yulinda Erma , Arfiana Devi Eka , Setyani Sintia Hesti , Inkhasannah Fadilla , Andari Arfie Ria
Published: February 2025

Indonesia merupakan negara kepulauan yang rawan terjadi bencana. Bencana yang sering terjadi dapat manimbulkan dampak bagi individu salah satunya dampak psikologi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan psychological first aid pada mahasiswa. Metode penelitian menggunakan metode eksperimen kuasi atau eksperimen semu. Alat pengumpulan data menggunakan instrumen kognitif PFA dengan koefisien reliabilitasnya sebesar 0,65. Subjek penelitian sebanyak 50 orang mahasiswa yang dibagi ke dalam kelompok kontrol dan kelompok eksperimen. Data diperoleh dari nilai pengisian instrumen kognitif PFA sebelum dan setelah diberikan intervensi. Teknik analisis data menggunakan uji wilcoxon, uji student, dan uji mann-whitney menggunakan bantuan komputer dengan software JASP versi 0.17.3. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa dengan nilai p < ,001 terdapat peningkatan pengetahuan psychological first aid pada mahasiswa serta terdapat perbedaan peningkatan pengetahuan antara kelompok eksperimen dengan kelompok kontrol setelah diberikan pendidikan kebencanaan melalui intervensi health coaching. Improving knowledge of psychological first aid among student disaster volunteers through health coaching interventions: A quasi-experimental study Abstract: Indonesia is an archipelagic country that is prone to disasters Frequent disasters can have an impact on individuals, including psychological effects This research aims to enhance knowledge of psychological first aid among students The research method used quasi-experimental or quasi-experimental methods Data collection tools utilized the cognitive PFA instrument with a reliability coefficient of 065 The research subjects consisted of 50 students divided into control and experimental groups Data were obtained from pre- and post-intervention cognitive PFA instrument scores Data analysis techniques included Wilcoxon test, student's t-test, and Mann-Whitney test using JASP software version 0.17.3. The research findings indicate that there is an increase in psychological first aid knowledge among students with a p-value of <,001 Furthermore, there is a difference in knowledge improvement between the experimental group and the control group after receiving disaster education through health coaching intervention.
Promoting EFL students' oral proficiency through the implementation of English Movies: A quasi-experimental research at Indonesia high school
Authors: Alka Nur Faiza Harsono , Thamrin Nur Sehang , Wahyudin Wahyudin
Published: February 2025

This study investigates the impact of utilizing English Movies as a learning aid on students' oral proficiency in senior high schools in Indonesia. The research is an experimental study with a quasi-experimental design in a senior high school in Central Sulawesi, Indonesia. The research population consisted of all students of the Grade XI Science class. However, only two classes were selected purposively as the research samples: the Grade XI Science 1 class as an experimental group and the Grade XI Science 2 class as a control group. The number of the students were 22 and 24 respectively. With a probability value (p) for students' oral competency of p < 0.05, the research findings demonstrate a strong impact of learning aided by English movies on speaking abilities. In addition, the average score of students who utilized English Movies to enhance their speaking skills had a significant impact of 51.8182 compared to their counterparts in the control group, with an average score of 36.6667. In conclusion, the utilization of English Movies as a learning tool has a positive impact on promoting students' oral proficiency.
Development of the instrument for implementing the Islamic way of life guidelines among Muhammadiyah Community
Authors: Subando Joko , Muslimin Edy , Samsuri Muh , Sarilan Sarilan
Published: February 2025

This study aims to develop a measurement instrument for the implementation of Islamic lifestyle guidelines among Muhammadiyah community members. The research procedure adapts Borg and Gall's development research model. The steps in instrument development include preliminary research, planning, initial product development, limited testing, and expanded testing. Five experts were involved in the development of the initial product, with expertise covering measurement, religious thought, and Muhammadiyah practice. The expert assessment data were analyzed using the Aiken formula. Twenty-five Muhammadiyah leaders in Karanyanyar participated in the limited testing phase, and the data from this phase were analyzed using exploratory factor analysis with SPSS. The expanded testing involved 253 leaders and members of Muhammadiyah in the districts of Karanganyar, Sragen, and Boyolali, selected using the cluster random sampling technique. The data from the expanded testing were analyzed using confirmatory factor analysis and structural equation modeling (SEM) with LISREL software. The research resulted in a package of 27 valid and reliable measurement items for the implementation of Islamic lifestyle guidelines among Muhammadiyah members, suitable for further measurement.
Mediasi keterlibatan siswa dalam mempengaruhi efikasi diri dan self-regulated learning terhadap kemampuan berfikir kritis
Authors: Murniawaty Indri , Rokhali Aulia , Farliana Nina
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji dan menganalisis pengaruh langsung dan tidak langsung efikasi diri dan self-regulated learning terhadap kemampuan berpikir kritis siswa dengan keterlibatan siswa sebagai variabel mediasi. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan desain kausalitas. Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan proportional random sampling dengan jumlah sampel 81 siswa kelas X SMA Negeri 1 Kroya, Kabupaten Cilacap. Data dikumpulkan melalui kuesioner dan dianalisis menggunakan analisis deskriptif serta Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) dengan perangkat lunak WarpPLS 8.0. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa efikasi diri dan self-regulated learning berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kemampuan berpikir kritis. Keterlibatan siswa juga berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kemampuan berpikir kritis serta dimediasi oleh efikasi diri, tetapi tidak memediasi pengaruh self-regulated learning. Penelitian ini merekomendasikan peningkatan keterlibatan siswa dalam proses pembelajaran untuk mengoptimalkan berpikir kritis. Mediation of student engagement in influencing self-efficacy and self-regulated learning on critical thinking skills Abstract: This study aims to examine and analyze the direct and indirect effects of self-efficacy and self-regulated learning on students' critical thinking skills, with student engagement as a mediating variable. This research employs a quantitative approach with a causal design. The sampling technique used was proportional random sampling, with a total of 81 tenth-grade students from SMA Negeri 1 Kroya, Cilacap Regency. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive analysis and Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) with WarpPLS 8.0 software. The results indicate that self-efficacy and self-regulated learning have a positive and significant effect on critical thinking skills. Student engagement also significantly affects critical thinking skills and mediates the relationship between self-efficacy and critical thinking but does not mediate the effect of self-regulated learning. This study suggests enhancing student engagement in the learning process to optimize critical thinking development.
Estudo do efeito causado pela disjunção rápida com Miniscrew Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE), no osso alveolar em regiões de molares: In silico
Authors: Duarte Jéssica Alves , Silva Emilly Alves da , Costa Nilton , Moura Danila Bezerra de , Ponte Alexandre Rodrigues da , Santos Wanderson Roberto Azevedo dos , Ponte Andressa Nascimento Lira da , Souza José Robert Santos de
Published: February 2025

Objetivo: Determinar o efeito causado no osso alveolar em região de molares pela disjunção rápida com MARPE. Metodologia: A presente pesquisa foi desenvolvida com o objetivo de avaliar o efeito causado no osso alveolar em regiões de molares pela disjunção rápida com MARPE, in silico, e em uma pesquisa documental de fonte direta (tomografias) e, com apoio de revisão narrativa. A pesquisa foi realizada pelo curso de especialização em ortodontia da Faculdade do Centro Oeste Paulista (FACOP) – núcleo Maceió. Resultados: Após a análise das três tomografias computadorizadas de feixe cônico (TCFC), pode-se comprovar a diminuição da espessura óssea alveolar em região vestibular de molares. Conclusão: A partir deste estudo in silico, pode-se concluir que o efeito ortodôntico da expansão rápida da maxila produzida pelo MARPE estimulou uma redução no osso alveolar em região de molares superiores. É provável que, após o período de contenção, as dimensões avaliadas neste estudo sejam diferentes, uma vez que existe uma remodelação óssea após findada a fase ativa de disjunção maxilar.
Qualidade de frutas de seriguela (Spondia purpurea L.) submetidas a danos mecânicos
Authors: Lima Maria Aparecida , Santos Antônio Odair , Moreira Claudio Alves
Published: February 2025

A escassez de mão de obra no cultivo da serigueleira é um problema para o desenvolvimento econômico da cultura. A mecanização da colheita pode alavancar o cultivo. Porém, para um projeto de máquina, é necessário o conhecimento da resistência da fruta a danos mecânicos. O objetivo desse estudo foi investigar à viabilidade da colheita mecanizada, através da avaliação do efeito de danos mecânicos aplicados às frutas em laboratório e da força de desprendimento do fruto avaliada a campo. Uma amostra de frutas foi liberada em queda livre, nas alturas de 1,0 e 1,3 metros, sobre três superfícies (plástico-bolha, piso cerâmico (sem proteção) e colchão de ar). Em seguida essas amostras foram armazenadas em condições ambiente e analisadas periodicamente, por 5 dias. Foram avaliados os parâmetros como: diâmetros longitudinal e transversal, perda de massa fresca, danos mecânicos, incidência de podridão e força de desprendimento dos frutos. Foi realizado análise de variância (ANOVA), seguida pelo teste de Tukey para comparar as médias de perda de massa fresca. Os resultados demonstraram que as superfícies plástico-bolha e colchão de ar reduziram os danos causados por impactos. Observou-se que a força de desprendimento diminuiu com o aumento do estádio de maturação. Os resultados demostraram que a fruta da seriguela submetida a danos mecânicos provocados apresentou baixa incidência de podridão e boa manutenção da qualidade, apresentando características promissoras à colheita mecânica.
Effectiveness of Photobiomodulation in pain associated with Burning Mouth Syndrome: A systematic review
Authors: Leal Aylla de Lima , Pereira Almira Oliveira , Costa Lais Karuline Silva , Passos Serena de Oliveira Guimarães , Azevedo Juliana Monteiro , Freitas Valéria Souza , Falcão Michelle Miranda Lopes
Published: February 2025

Objective To evaluate the effectiveness of low-level laser in reducing pain associated with Burning Mouth Syndrome. Method A systematic review was carried out, analyzing randomized clinical trials (RCTs) that compared the use of low-level laser with another treatment strategy to reduce pain in patients with BMS. The studies were selected through search in the databases PubMed (including Medline), Scopus, Embase, SciELO, Web of Science, Latin American and Caribbean Health Sciences (LILACS) and Cochrane until November 30, 2022, and updated on October 30, 2023. Results Eight RCTs which included 183 study participants and 150 controls were identified. The studies showed a higher percentage of women affected by BMS in relation to men. The predilection sites were the tongue, buccal mucosa and lip. Individuals irradiated with the laser showed improvement at the end of the intervention. Conclusion The use of low-level laser can be a therapeutic option for controlling the painful symptoms caused by BMS, as well as, indirectly, the associated emotional aspects. However, according to the diversity of photobiomodulation protocols found, new studies need to be developed to standardize laser therapy parameters for BMS and, thus, evaluate the control of painful symptoms longitudinally.
Autopercepção de Saúde Bucal em pacientes oncológicos atendidos em uma Clínica-Escola de Odontologia no Agreste Pernambucano
Authors: Silva Dannykelly Hevile , Silva Denise Milena de Moura , Silva Ingryd Maria Tenório da , Silva Clenya Fernanda de Jesus da , Brasiliano Bruna de Siqueira , Mendes Amanda Caroline Oliveira Henriques , Melo Breno Augusto Lima de , Santos João Pedro de Almeida , Rodrigues Gabrielle Helena Monte
Published: February 2025

O tratamento oncológico provoca efeitos adversos no organismo dos pacientes, inclusive, alterações bucais, que interferem negativamente na qualidade de vida. Outros fatores que interferem na condição oral dos indivíduos é a condição sociodemográfica e o encaminhamento tardio para tratamento odontológico. Objetivo: Identificar o perfil sociodemográfico e avaliar a autopercepção de saúde bucal dos pacientes oncológicos atendidos em uma clínica-escola de odontologia. Método: Trata- se de um estudo transversal com análise descritiva, realizado através da aplicação de um questionário da percepção de saúde bucal, seguido pelo exame clínico intraoral. A população foi composta por pacientes oncológicos encaminhados para iniciar o tratamento odontológico entre maio e julho de 2023. Foram calculadas as frequências absoluta e percentuais para as variáveis categóricas descritivas. Para avaliar associação entre duas variáveis categóricas, foi utilizado o teste Exato de Fisher, considerando o nível de significância de 5%. Resultados: Foram registrados dados de 36 participantes. O sexo masculino apresentou maior prevalência (58,3%); 61% tinham idade superior a 61 anos, 27,8% eram analfabetos e 64,9% apresentaram renda familiar entre 1.000,00 e 3.000,00. Apenas 11,1% responderam que procurariam um cirurgião-dentista caso sentissem algum incômodo na boca, evidenciando a falta de informação quanto à necessidade de acompanhamento odontológico desde o diagnóstico inicial. Conclusão: Mesmo diante das alterações orais decorrentes da terapia antineoplásica, muitos pacientes ainda não possuem a autopercepção de saúde bucal e da importância de serem acompanhados por um cirurgião-dentista.
Medicinal Plants as Potential Inhibitors of SARS-CoV-2: A narrative review on antiviral and immunomodulatory properties
Authors: Mancilha Murilo dos Santos , Crepani Bruno , Silva Erik Ernani Marques da , Nascimento Gabriela Oliveira do , Cuba Jéssica Aparecida Souza , Silva Kevin Gustavo dos Santos , Andrade Marcia Claro de , Carvalho Mônica Kristina Sampaio de , Damasio Willian Santiago Fonseca , Oliveira Jonatas Rafael de
Published: February 2025

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has highlighted the urgent need for effective therapeutic strategies. While antiviral drugs have been developed, the emergence of viral variants and the limitations of current treatments reinforce the necessity of exploring alternative approaches. Medicinal plants, known for their bioactive compounds with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antiviral properties, have gained attention as potential inhibitors of viral replication. This article presents a narrative review study that seeks to examine the antiviral potential of plant extracts against SARS-CoV-2, focusing on key species such as Perilla frutescens, Punica granatum L., Nerium oleander, Scutellaria baicalensis, and Vitis vinifera. These extracts have demonstrated promising inhibitory effects on critical viral mechanisms, including RNA replication, protease activity (e.g., 3CLPro), and viral entry into host cells. The study also discusses the immunomodulatory effects of these compounds, particularly in reducing cytokine storm-related inflammation, a hallmark of severe COVID-19 cases. Furthermore, some plant-based extracts, such as Perilla frutescens, show potential synergistic effects when combined with conventional antivirals like remdesivir. Despite promising in vitro and in vivo results, further preclinical and clinical studies are necessary to validate the efficacy and safety of these natural compounds. Given their accessibility, safety, and broad-spectrum antiviral properties, medicinal plant extracts represent a valuable avenue for the development of novel therapies against COVID-19 and other emerging viral infections. This review underscores the need for continued research into plant-derived bioactives as potential candidates for integrative antiviral strategies.
Prevenção e reabilitação de lesões comuns em ciclistas
Authors: Lobo Iuri Silva , Santos Glauber Conceição dos , Salles Simone Maria Evangelista , Reis Luana Araújo dos
Published: February 2025

Introdução: Com o aumento da prática do ciclismo, tanto como esporte quanto como meio de transporte, observa-se uma maior prevalência de lesões associadas à atividade. Objetivo: Este artigo busca revisar a literatura sobre a atuação da fisioterapia na prevenção e reabilitação de lesões comuns em ciclistas. Métodos: Foi realizada uma revisão narrativa da literatura com base em buscas nas bases de dados PubMed, SciELO e PEDro para identificar estudos publicados entre 2000 e 2024. Resultados: As intervenções fisioterapêuticas, como ajustes posturais na bicicleta, exercícios de fortalecimento muscular e estratégias de reabilitação, demonstraram eficácia na prevenção e reabilitação de lesões, contribuindo significativamente para a promoção da saúde e melhoria do desempenho dos ciclistas. Conclusão: Conclui-se que a fisioterapia oferece abordagens personalizadas e fundamentadas em evidências, reduzindo a incidência de lesões. No entanto, são necessários mais estudos para aprimorar práticas preventivas e de reabilitação específicas para ciclistas.
How to Play with Our Childe. Module 11
Authors:   HoltIS Association, Association HoltIS
Published: February 2025

The Module ”How to Play with Our Child” covers theoretical and practical aspects of the importance of play in a child’s development. By participating in this module, attendees will acquire the skills needed to engage in play with their child, learn how to plan play activities together in a way that develops multiple skills, and understand that helping a child adopt play and master various activities requires time. In the first part of the module, the parental educator initiates a discussion with participants about their perceptions of what play represents. All responses will be written on a flipchart and later discussed. This approach helps establish a starting point for defining play. Participants will then be introduced to information about the evolution of play, its importance, and practical ways to engage in play with their children. In the second part, the educator presents different types of games and toys, involving participants in hands-on activities. The session will include age-appropriate suggestions for play activities that parents can use with their children, tailored to individual circumstances. This module is part of the materials dedicated to the training of parental educators.
Unlocking the potential of in silico approach in designing antibodies against SARS-CoV-2
Authors: Subramaniam Tasshitra , Mualif Siti Aisyah , Chan Weng Howe , Abd Halim Khairul Bariyyah
Published: February 2025

Antibodies are naturally produced safeguarding proteins that the immune system generates to fight against invasive invaders. For centuries, they have been produced artificially and utilized to eradicate various infectious diseases. Given the ongoing threat posed by COVID-19 pandemics worldwide, antibodies have become one of the most promising treatments to prevent infection and save millions of lives. Currently, in silico techniques provide an innovative approach for developing antibodies, which significantly impacts the formulation of antibodies. These techniques develop antibodies with great specificity and potency against diseases such as SARS-CoV-2 by using computational tools and algorithms. Conventional methods for designing and developing antibodies are frequently costly and time-consuming. However, in silico approach offers a contemporary, effective, and economical paradigm for creating next-generation antibodies, especially in accordance with recent developments in bioinformatics. By utilizing multiple antibody databases and high-throughput approaches, a unique antibody construct can be designed in silico, facilitating accurate, reliable, and secure antibody development for human use. Compared to their traditionally developed equivalents, a large number of in silico-designed antibodies have advanced swiftly to clinical trials and became accessible sooner. This article helps researchers develop SARS-CoV-2 antibodies more quickly and affordably by giving them access to current information on computational approaches for antibody creation.
Case Report: Late presentation of post-coronary artery bypass surgery pericardial effusion heralding mediastinitis with tracheocutaneous fistula
Authors: Idu Muhammad , Lim Chiw Yeh , Chua Kim Chai
Published: February 2025

Post-coronary artery bypass surgery pericardial effusions are typically self-limiting but may rarely be significant, causing pericardial tamponade. We describe a case of late post-operative pericardial effusion that required pericardiocentesis and subsequent readmission for mediastinitis with the added complication of a tracheocutaneous fistula. Our case report is the first reported instance of pericardial tamponade heralding the onset of mediastinitis. It also describes the rare complication of tracheocutaneous fistula associated with mediastinitis.
What social media analyses can tell us about Ghanaian women's concerns during pregnancy
Authors: Anto-Ocrah Martina , Valachovic Tori , Lanning Joseph W. , Ghanem Ali , Couturier Claire , Hakizimana Celestin , Niyomugabo Celestin , Affan Nabeeha Jabir , Vempalli Hemika , Kodam Ruth Sally
Published: February 2025

Introduction

Social media platforms are used by over 4.9 billion people for networking and community building, as well as for healthcare information seeking and decision-making. Most studies investigating the utilization of social media during pregnancy have focused on high-income countries, despite the surge in social media utilization globally. In this study, we analyzed how pregnant women in Ghana, West Africa, utilize Facebook to inform decision-making on their most salient pregnancy concerns.

Methods

We utilized machine learning techniques (Web Scraping and Latent Dirichlet Allocation) to mine and analyze posts from the Ghana-based MidWife Sally Pregnancy School Facebook group between August 16, 2020 and April 29, 2023. Posts were extracted, cleaned, and analyzed using Gensim python library. Topics were generated based on their probabilities and relevance to the study goal.

Results

A total of 3,328 posts were extracted and 3,322 were analyzed after removing 6 empty posts. Seven major topics with listed subtopics were identified: Pregnant (693 posts): personal physiological changes, exercise during pregnancy, medication (e.g., anti-malarials, pain killers) Delivery (367): emergency delivery, vaginal/caesarean birthing, breastmilk production, exercise during pregnancy Pain (350): location of pain and pain relief modalities (e.g., exercise, medication, sleep) Breastfeeding (248): delivery, emergency service, milk production Water (174): cold water consumption, infant feeding (e.g., gripe water, constipation, formula) Sleeping (165): discomfort, sleeping positions, exercise to induce sleep, sleep as a natural analgesic Antenatal (124): fetal growth, progress, hospital selection Of note, content from “Pregnant”, “Delivery” and “Sleeping” included mentions of depression, while “Breastfeeding” highlighted cultural approaches to increasing milk production. The sentiment analysis showed that 43.4% of the responses were neutral and primarily focused on seeking information. Negative sentiments, which were more distressing, comprised 46.4% of the responses, while positive sentiments, had a celebratory tone and represented 10.2% of the data.

Conclusion

Social media analysis, previously employed in high income settings, can provide impactful, granular snapshots of pregnant people's concerns in the African region, which could be used to inform social media interventions aimed at filling educational gaps in antenatal care for those without adequate healthcare access.
Global disease burden of breast cancer attributable to high fasting plasma glucose: a comprehensive analysis from the global burden of disease study
Authors: Zhang Jing , He Jiawei , Lu Yunyan , Lan Tian
Published: February 2025

Background

High fasting plasma glucose (HFPG) has been identified as one of the risk factors associated with the development of breast cancer. The worldwide distribution of breast cancer attributable to HFPG was not comprehensively investigated.

Methods

We utilized the data from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021 to explore HFPG-related breast cancer deaths, disability adjusted life years (DALYs) and corresponding age-standardized rates (ASRs). The average annual percentage change (AAPC) and the estimated annual percentage change (EAPC) were employed to evaluate the temporal trend.

Results

The global effect of HFPG resulted in nearly 30,570 breast cancer deaths and 819,550 DALYs in 2021, representing an age-standardized deaths rate (ASMR) of 0.66 (95% UI -0.19-1.57) and an age-standardized DALYs rate (ASDR) of 18.05 (95% UI -5.31-42.71). In the regions with low, low-middle, and middle SDI, the ASRs of HFPG-related breast cancer increased significantly over time. The highest ASMR and ASDR were observed in several countries, such as Palau, American Samoa, Cook Islands, Marshall Islands, and United Arab Emirates. There was a positive correlation between ASRs and Socio-Demographic Index (SDI) in countries where SDI was below 0.75. The escalation in death and DALYs was primarily driven by epidemiological change and population growth in low, low-middle, middle SDI regions.

Conclusions

Substantial disparities exist across diverse regions in breast cancer burden attributed to HFPG. It is urgent to regulate glycemic levels, improve healthcare infrastructures, and provide cost-effective care in less developed and developing countries that endure a disproportionately heavier health burden.
Cellular immune responses of bovine polymorphonuclear neutrophils to Calicophoron daubneyi
Authors: Silva Liliana M. R. , López-Osorio Sara , Peixoto Raquel , Zhou Ershun , Espinosa Gabriel , Gärtner Ulrich , Taubert Anja , Conejeros Iván , Hermosilla Carlos
Published: February 2025

Calicophoron daubneyi infections have increased in Europe, being more frequent than fasciolosis in some areas. Infection occurs once definitive hosts ingest encysted metacercariae present on vegetation. Following excystation, juvenile flukes penetrate the small intestinal mucosa and migrate into the rumen where adults mature. Throughout the somatic migration, juveniles come across different microenvironments and tissues and encounter host leukocytes. Besides phagocytosis, production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and degranulation, polymorphonuclear neutrophils also cast neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs), which can entrap several parasite species, including the closely related liver fluke Fasciola hepatica. In this study, we analyzed whether in vitro exposure of bovine neutrophils to C. daubneyi antigen (CdAg) and eggs triggered neutrophils activation and NET formation. Results on scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and immunofluorescence analyses show weak formation of short spread NETs upon CdAg stimulation, corroborated by increased extracellular DNA measurements. Likewise, early NETosis was confirmed via nuclear area expansion assays. Bovine neutrophil stimulation with CdAg 100 µg/mL concentration led to a significant increase in oxygen consumption rates (p = 0.0152) and extracellular acidification rates (p = 0.0022), while lower concentrations of CdAg (10 µg/mL) failed to induce neutrophil activation, suggesting a dose dependent response. Both intra- and extracellular ROS production was not affected by any CdAg concentration here studied. Bovine neutrophil total adenosine triphosphate concentration significantly decreased after exposure to CdAg 100 µg/mL, in line to the observed with the positive control (phorbol myristate acetate/ionomycin). In summary, C. daubneyi activates bovine neutrophils with rather weak responses, which might suggest that the release of C. daubneyi-specific molecules (i.e. excretory-secretory antigens, proteases, or nucleases) could interfere with neutrophil-related effector mechanisms. Further ex vivo analyses will clarify if such mechanisms are also involved in pathogenesis of paramphistomosis by demonstrating neutrophil recruitment into affected intestinal mucosa.