bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Design and Analysis of Three Different UWB Antennas
Authors: Prof. Jayesh Gokul Pathak
Published: June 2024

In this article, the design and analysis of three different UWB antennas, such as microstrip feedline, coplanar waveguide (CPW) feed and asymmetrical coplanar strip (ACS) feed UWB antenna are carried out.all antennas are fabricated on a FR-4 substrate of thickness h = 1.6mm having loss tangent of 0.02 and dielectric constant of ξr = 4.4.We first design microstripfeed line UWB antenna, which consists of circular radiating patch of radius R, microstrip feedline of length Lp and width Wp and destructive ground structure (DGS) of length Lg and width Wg. The optimized dimensions of the structure are: Lsub = 24mm, Wsub = 20mm, Wf = 2mm, Lf =10mm, R = 5.65mm, g = 1.25mm, L1 =2mm, W1 = 2mm.Then design a CPW feed Ultra wideband Antenna, with optimized dimensions of: Lsub = 24 mm, Wsub = 20 mm, Wf = 2 mm, Lf =10mm, gap between radiating patch and ground plane g = 1.25mm, gap between CPW feed line and ground plane h = 0.25mm, Lg = 8.75mm, Wg = 9.75mm.Finally design an ACS feed UWB Antenna, which can approximately reduce 50% size as that of the traditional CPW feed antenna. The final ACS feed UWB antenna provides as impedance bandwidth of VSWR ≥2 over the frequency band of 2.4-11GHz providing services in various applications such as Bluetooth, WiMax, WLAN, Cband satellite, X band satellite and ITU-T band. .The proposed antenna provides astable peak gain of 3.8 dB over the entire UWB frequency band
PENGARUH DUKUNGAN PEER GROUP TERHADAP SELF-CARE MANAGEMENT PADA PENDERITA HIPERTENSI
Authors: Khoiriyah Siti , Fahrurozi M. , Mustajab Abdullah Azam
Published: June 2024

Hypertension is a non-communicable disease known as the silent killer and is the leading cause of death worldwide. The aim is to determine the effect of a specific type of peer group support, such as educational sessions or emotional support, on self-care management in hypertension sufferers. The research method uses a pre-experiment with one group pretest-posttest design. The sample uses purposive sampling, where samples that meet the inclusion criteria will be measured for their level of self-care management before and after the intervention. The research data were tested for normality, and then a paired sample t-test was conducted to determine the difference in the level of self-care management before and after the peer group support intervention was given. The results of the study explained that before the peer group support intervention, the level of self-care management of respondents was sufficient 18 (60%), lacking 6 (20%) and good 6 (20%) with the lowest value of self-care management of respondents 58 and the highest value of respondents 153. After the peer group support intervention, respondents' self-care management level increased to good 16 (53.3%) and sufficient 14 (46.7%), with the lowest value of self-care management of respondents 83 and the highest value of respondents 156. Peer group support, in the form of a specific type of support, affects the self-care management of hypertension sufferers.
Keywords: blood pressure, hypertension, peer group support, self-care management
KNOWLEDGE OF THE NURSING TEAM ON VENTILATOR-ASSOCIATED PNEUMONIA (VAP) PREVENTION STRATEGIES IN THE INTENSIVE CARE UNIT ULIN HOSPITAL BANJARMASIN
Authors: Trifianingsih Dyah , Ivana Theresia , Hawini Zikarara
Published: June 2024

Abstract
The chronic disease that the use of a mechanical ventilator can cause is pneumonia. Using a ventilator for a long time in the ICU is at risk of developing a nosocomial infection called ventilator-associated pneumonia. However, bundle care prevention strategies have proven to be highly effective in reducing the incidence of VAP. One of the factors in nurses' running bundle care is knowledge of VAP prevention strategies. This research aimed to describe and analyze the nursing team's knowledge of ventilator-associated pneumonia prevention strategies. This type of research was quantitative research with a descriptive method. The sample of this study consisted of nurses in the ICU room of Ulin Hospital, Banjarmasin, and 73 people were selected using the Total Sampling technique. Data collection will be done using a questionnaire, data analysis, and frequency distribution. This study showed that the level of knowledge of ICU nurses at Ulin Hospital Banjarmasin regarding VAP prevention strategies was in a suitable category: 51 people (69.8%), moderate ten people (13.7%), and 12 people (16.5%) lacking. Nurses in the ICU room at Ulin Hospital, Banjarmasin, have varying levels of knowledge; namely, there is good knowledge, some are sufficient, and some are still lacking in understanding VAP prevention strategies.
Keywords: Knowledge, VAP Bundle, Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia
Identification of Morphotypes in Wild Simsim (Sesamum Calycinum) from Khwisero, Kakamega using Morphological Techniques
Authors: M.A. Bunde , E.N. Omami , W.R. Opile , G. Were
Published: June 2024

Wild simsim (Sesamum calycinum) is among the wild and weedy edible leaf relatives of the sesame, Ceratotheca and Sesamumgenus found in Africa. The vegetable is still gathered from the wild especially during the dry periods Despite the economic and social importance of the vegetable, it has never been domesticated and is in danger of extinction due to the introduction of exotic vegetables and cash crops in its natural habitat. Crop improvement programmes focus mainly on the different traits inplants that can be used for breeding purposes. The field experiment was conducted in Lugari sub–county, Kakamega County aimed at identifying the different morphotypes in wild simsim from Khwisero, sub-county, Kakamega County using qualitative and quantitative descriptors outlined by International Plant Genetic Resource Institute. The seeds were planted in an experimental plot and the plants were observed for different morphological traits at maximum vegetative phase. The results revealed the existence of two morphotypes based on growth type the “indeterminate” and the “determinate” type having the erect and prostrate growth respectively. The morphotypes did not differ in the qualitative traits in stem, leaves, inflorescence, capsule and seed. However, a difference was recorded in plant height, the number of branches, size of leaves, capsule size and the number of seeds per capsule. The indeterminate type recorded a mean height of 56.4cm with fewer branches (17) while the determinate height stood at 42.5cm having more branches (24). The determinate type recorded a leaf area of 53 cm2 while the indeterminate was 36.1 cm2. In conclusion, two morphotypes were identified the” indeterminate” and ‘determinate” types. The determinate type is recommended due to the prediction of high leaf yield observed in more branches and a higher leaf area.. This information can be used as a base for breeders and domestication of wild simsim.
Gamma Ray Sterilization Study on a Perna perna Mussel Reference Material
Authors: Moreira Edson Gonçalves , Mathor Mônica Beatriz , Vasconcellos Marina Beatriz Agostini
Published: June 2024

In this study the most suitable gamma ray dose for the sterilization of a new Perna perna mussel reference material was investigated. Different gamma ray doses were applied and microbiological loads of irradiated subsamples and a non-irradiated control subsample were studied. A 0.90 kGy decimal reduction value was estimated at the microbiological load test conditions and it was concluded that a 5 kGy dose is suitable for the sterilization of the mussel reference material.
Effect of Fish Smoking Methods on Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) Contamination
Authors: Bwala Mathias Nzitiri
Published: June 2024

Fish smoking can contaminate the smoked fish with Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs), as they are formed as a result of incomplete combustion. Fish smokers in Borno State, Nigeria were known to employ three unique methods: A. Earth Oven, B. Traditional Open Tray and C. Drum Kiln Smoking methods. These methods differ in the distance between the combustion (heating) chambers and the fish smoking plates and may contaminate the smoked fish with PAHs. The study aimed to assess the effect of different fish smoking methods on the level of PAHs contamination and its corresponding human health risk. Fish samples of Carias gariepinus were brought directly from fishermen at Alau Dam, Maiduguri. The samples were identified and divided into four groups. Three of the four groups were subjected to a smoking method (A. Earth Oven, B. Traditional Open Tray and C. Drum Kiln), while the 4th group labelled D was used as the control. The smoking was done using Khaya senegalensis wood converted into charcoal by charcoal dealers in the Bakassi area, Damboa Road, Maiduguri. The results further reveal the concentration of 8 out of the 16 priority PAHs compounds detected: Naphthalene (1.02 and 1.03 μg/kg in smoking methods B and C respectively), Methyl Naphthalene (1.01 μg/kg in smoking method B), Acenaphthylene (2.01 and 1.58 μg/kg in smoking methods B and C respectively), Acenaphthene (1.01 μg/kg in smoking methods B), Pyrene (1.00 and 1.02 μg/kg in smoking methods B and C respectively), Chrysene (2.80 μg/kg in smoking method B), Benz (a) anthracene (1.10 and 1.00 μg/kg in smoking methods B and C respectively), Benzo(b)fluoranthene (1.00 μg/kg in both smoking methods B and C respectively). PAHs were not detected in smoking method A (earth oven) or Group D (control).
Evaluation of Embryo-larval Toxicity of the Antibiotic Ceftriaxone in the Fish Danio rerio (Zebrafish)
Authors: Oliveira Elias Marques de , Sousa-Moura Diego , Grisolia Cesar Koppe , Franco-Bernardes Mariana Furio
Published: June 2024

Antibiotics comprise a class of pharmaceutical products that have been generating increasing global concern due to their detection in environmental matrices. Cephalosporins constitute the largest group of antibiotics employed for human and animal treatment in most countries. Ceftriaxone belongs to the class of third-generation cephalosporins and can reach the aquatic environment. Studies in the literature have shown the toxic effect of ceftriaxone on zebrafish at high concentrations, and on cyanobacteria at environmental concentrations. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of ceftriaxone (0.05 mg/L, 0.5 mg/L, 5.0 mg/L, 50 mg/L and 100 mg/L) on the development of embryos and larvae of zebrafish. The Fish Embryotoxicity Test (FET) was performed according to OECD protocol n. 236. The results showed that the tested concentrations of ceftriaxone did not cause lethal or sublethal effects on zebrafish embryos and larvae. However, considering data in the literature, added to the fact that cephalosporin-class antibiotics are widely used, the use and disposal of ceftriaxone cannot be neglected.
The Moderating Role of Supervisor Support in the Mediating Effect of Career Satisfaction on High Performance Work Systems: A Path to Enhanced Nurse Service Quality
Authors: Chusni Mubarakh  , Fitri Kartika  , Yani Restiani Widjaja  , Wisnu Prajogo
Published: June 2024

This study examines the moderating role of supervisory support in the relationship between high-performance work systems (HPWS) and nurse service quality, mediated by career satisfaction. We used Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) to look at the data from Likert-scale questionnaires filled out by 187 nurses from Tjitrowardojo General Hospital in Purworejo, Indonesia. Our findings reveal that HPWS significantly enhances nurse career satisfaction, which in turn positively affects service quality. Moreover, supervisory support not only directly contributes to improved service quality but also strengthens the impact of HPWS on career satisfaction and, indirectly, on service quality. The implications of these results suggest that hospitals can enhance service quality by fostering supportive supervisory relationships and implementing robust performance systems. These findings contribute to the existing literature by highlighting the crucial role of supervisory support in enhancing the effectiveness of performance systems within healthcare settings
Improving Part Setup Workflow Efficiency in a Supply Chain using Share Point
Authors: Akinola Samuel Olorunfemi
Published: June 2024

The evolution of cloud computing is one of the major and recent developments in the computing world. Cutting-edge web technology applications have improved the manner in which business is conducted, allowing organizations to deliver business projects effectively. Microsoft SharePoint is an enterprise content management system that provides a collaborative platform for end users to design, monitor and execute business processes. It provides core functionality such as the ability to quickly undertake reporting, provision collaboration sites, and a sophisticated document repository featuring collaboration necessities. This study reviews the limitations of the current part setup workflow using email at Company XYZ, and also proposes workflow that improves the effectiveness and efficiency of the part setup workflow process using SharePoint. The creation of a SharePoint list including important features and fields, and managing the collaboration among the various shareholders involved in the whole process is discussed briefly along with screenshots. The benefits of SharePoint in the supply chain at Company XYZ is provided, also previous work done on SharePoint as an enabler collaboration is highlighted.
Thermal Radiation on Darcy Forchheimmer Flow of a Casson Nanofluid
Authors: Loco Valerie Sasha , Mutuku Winifred Nduku
Published: June 2024

Owing to Casson nanofluids’ enhanced thermophysical properties, it has a wide range of applications in the fields of mining, drilling operations, material science, metallurgy, food manufacturing, and nanotechnology and bio-engineering. Casson fluid is frequently modelled since the model has a great agreement with the rheological evidence about human blood. Some of its applications in technological, industrial, mechanical, and scientific disciplines include; grain storage, geothermal energy production, designing warm protectors, artificial dialysis, catalytic converters, circulation of water in reservoirs and fermentation processes. On the other hand, radiation heat transfer mechanism has an immense impact in industries, engineering, technological fields where apparatus operate at extremely high temperatures. In this paper, the effects of thermal radiation on Darcy Forchheimer flow of a two- dimensional, steady, incompressible flow of Casson Nanofluid over a linear stretching surface are studied. The equations governing the fluid flow are formulated, then transformed to a system of ordinary differential equations using similarity variables then, the resulting ordinary differential equations are solved using the fourth order Runge- Kutta Method. The model is simulated using MATLAB bvp4c to demonstrate the impact of pertinent parameters on the temperature, velocity, and concentration of the fluid. It was observed that an increase in the thermophoretic parameter leads to an increase of the temperature at the boundary. The concentration of the fluid decreases with an increase porosity parameter value. Increasing the Brownian Motion parameter leads to an increase in concentration. An increase in Schmidt number leads to a decrease in temperature. Schmidt number increases with a decrease in concentration. The velocity and temperature profiles decrease with an increase in porosity parameter and an increase in thermal radiation leads to an increase of heat energy on the surrounding of a system leading to a decrease in fluid’s flow temperature.
Implementation Of The CSR Program Of PT Pertamina Patra Niaga Fuel Terminal Rewulu In Improving The Capacity Of Local Food Utilization Of Koro Beans
Authors: Ainul Fitri Ichlasia , Adi Nugroho Prasetyo , Arifin Zukhruf
Published: June 2024

Many local food commodities in Indonesia, especially Yogyakarta, are still not utilized into products that are worth selling. This results in the amount continuing to increase in fresh conditions, resulting in a short shelf life. For this reason, through the implementation of the CSR program Pertamina Patra Niaga Fuel Terminal Rewulu together with the academic team aims to 1) increase the use of local food, especially jack beans which are easy to grow in all areas in Bantul, Yogyakarta, 2) Prepare the abilities of members of the Women's Farmers Group (KWT) to be able to process milk from koro beans. The assistance methods used are in the form of socialization, discussion, training and assistance in processing dairy products, as well as evaluation. This activity was carried out in several meetings to ensure that KWT members were able to carry out the processing appropriately. Based on the results of observations, it was found that KWT members were able to practice the training provided and carry out routine production activities during the last three months during the monitoring and evaluation period. It is hoped that through this mentoring activity, KWT members can take advantage of local food which is available in abundance with a higher selling value.
The Role Of Digital & Health Literacy Development In Mundung Satu Community North Sulawesi
Authors: Angelic Umboh Ivonne , Apolinaris Lombogia Christian , Giovana Junita Petrus Patricia , Yosaphat Sengkey Raphael , Sintia Lomonge Anastasia , Jhosfreed Gledy Lebe Getsemani
Published: June 2024

This Community Service activity was carried out in Mundung Satu Village, East Tombatu District, Southeast Minahasa Regency, North Sulawesi Province, which was carried out for one day and was scheduled for November 18 2022. Activities in community service included digital literacy education and public health. Digital literacy activities include social media literacy and online loan literacy. Health literacy is a physical examination measuring the patient's vital signs and simple laboratory tests. First, registration is carried out, then an analysis of vital signs (TTV), consultation with a doctor, simple laboratory tests including blood sugar, cholesterol, uric acid and treatment according to the results of the examination, as well as education related to Diabetes, Cholesterol, Gout Arthritis and Hypertension. This activity was carried out while paying attention to health protocols by wearing a mask, washing hands and keeping a distance during the examination from 08.00 to 13.00 WITA. Community Service Activities aims to provide digital and health literacy to the community so that people become literate in terms of social media, the internet and online loans. Whereas in health, literacy is to increase awareness of healthy living to avoid various degenerative diseases, including Diabetes, Hypercholesterolemia, Gout Arthritis and Hypertension. Besides this, free medical treatment is also provided to the community.
TECHNICAL AND ECONOMIC EFFICIENCY OF ADDITIVE CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTION OF SMALL CONCRETE FORMS
Authors: RAKHIMOV Ravil , MUKHAMETRAKHIMOV Rustem , RAKHMATULLINA Elena
Published: June 2024

Additive technologies represent an innovative approach to production. It is becoming increasingly important in the world and in Russia. These technologies allow the creation of objects, layer by layer on the basis of digital models. This provides more flexible and efficient ways of production. Globally, additive technologies are becoming increasingly common in various industries, including engineering, aviation, medicine, automotive, and many others. These technologies also offer new opportunities for the creation of small concrete architectural forms and change their traditional production processes in terms of cost and technical parameters. The results of research of technical and economic efficiency of additive construction production of small architectural forms are given.
APPLICATION OF COGNITIVE TECHNOLOGIES FOR FORECASTING THE STRENGTH OF THIN-WALLED I-BEAMS
Authors: RIMSHIN Vladimir , ANPILOV Sergey , USANOV Sergey
Published: June 2024

This paper discusses the application of cognitive technology to predict the strength of thin-walled I-beams. Experimental data were the results of own tests and experiments conducted by other researchers. Universal calculation methods for beams with composite and steel transverse reinforcement were obtained on the basis of artificial neural networks and classical regression analysis. Neural network and regression analysis were performed in the corresponding modules of the multifunctional software product STATISTICA. The neural network architecture is a multilayer perceptron consisting of three layers: input, hidden and output. The sample for creating the artificial neural network is divided into training, test, and validation. Both approaches demonstrated close values of experimental and calculated failure loads. The algorithm by which the neural network and regression models are implemented as a desktop application is written in the Python programming language. The advantages of Python are its simple syntax and wide possibilities of using libraries and tools, including for creating applications with a graphical interface. The application is developed on the basis of the cross-platform graphical toolkit Tkinter. With the ongoing digital transformation and the transition to BIM Level 3, the proposed algorithm can also be conveniently integrated into the corresponding BIM-models.
OPTIMIZATION OF THE COMPOSITION OF VIBRATION-ABSORBING COMPOSITIONS BASED ON BUTYL RUBBER
Authors: TARASOVA Olga , YURKIN Yuri , AVDONIN Valeriy , TARADAEV Nikolay
Published: June 2024

The significance of the issue outlined in the article stems from the fact that, despite the extensive theoretical investigation of the properties of polymer-based composites, experimental investigations of the impact of frequency and temperature on the dynamic mechanical properties of butyl rubber-filled composites have not been sufficiently studied. This article is aimed at studying the influence of the concentration of additives-modifiers: industrial oil (MI), resin (AFFS) and bitumen (BN 90/10) on the dynamic mechanical properties of prepared chalk-filled mixtures based on butyl rubber and assessing the properties of the compositions using response surface methodology (experiment planning method). To optimize the composition, the influence of the factor on the response was investigated. The optimal composition of a vibration-absorbing composite material based on butyl rubber (BR) with high vibration-absorbing properties has been found, which makes it possible to select all the components included in the composite with a more optimal concentration. Based on the operational requirements for such materials, these values were: (BC — 77.52 g; chalk — 462.28 g; industrial oil — 61.79 g; alkylphenol-formaldehyde resin (APFR) — 37.8 g; bitumen — 36 g) Based on the research carried out, it is possible to use the obtained data for further prediction of properties, as well as for the development and production of a new composition of composite materials based on BC.
ANALYSIS OF THE INFLUENCE OF ADVERSE CLIMATIC EFFECTS
ON THE STRENGTH CHARACTERISTICS OF FIBERBOARDS
Authors: YARCEV Viktor , NAZARCHUK Andrey , DANILOV Vladislav
Published: June 2024

The article presents the results of a full-scale experimental study and subsequent analysis of the impact of adverse climatic influences on the strength characteristics of fiberboard. In this study, the following exposures were selected as unfavorable climatic factors: alternating freeze-thaw, ultraviolet irradiation and exposure to elevated temperatures. The following are accepted as evaluation characteristics of strength properties: Brinell hardness and transverse bending strength. The relevance of the work lies in the need to identify the influence of external factors on the properties of fiberboards and take into account the results obtained when predicting long-term strength. From a theoretical point of view, the value of this work lies in demonstrating a method for determining the strength characteristics of fiberboard exposed to harmful climatic influences. From a practical point of view, this work contains experimental results that allow us to judge the strength characteristics of fiberboard. It has been proven that UV irradiation and thermal aging cause destruction of the binder between filler particles, and moisture is harmful to the filler. As a result, based on the data obtained, it was determined that it is not recommended to use fiberboard inside and outside structures that are exposed to the adverse effects of water at transition temperatures.
Charging Systems/Techniques of Electric Vehicle:
Authors: A. Mahmoud Alaa , A. Albadry Omnia , I. Mohamed Mahmoud , El-Khozondar Hala , Nassar Yasser , A. Hafez Ahmed
Published: June 2024

Recent violent global climate change consequences necessities reducing the consumption of fossil fuel in different sectors. Electric Vehicles (EVs) are growing in popularity as eco-friendly and environmentally compatible solution in transportation industry. This article provides a thoroughly and comprehensive overview of the advancement of topologies and charging techniques for EV. The article is aimed to act as a guide for researchers/engineers in the field of EV and automotive industry. Charging circuits of EVs have been divided into several categories. Comprehensive comparisons are carried out and revealed in appropriate graphs/charts/tables. Moreover, a sufficient high number of recent and up-dated references are screened. Classifications of electric vehicle charging technologies based on their individual characteristics are provided.
Influence of Media Reporting Guidelines on Children Reporting in Kenya: What Should Journalists Do?
Authors: Pilipili W. Felix , Ong’ong’a Daniel Oloo
Published: June 2024

Although media reporting guidelines protect children, very little is known about how these guidelines influence the practice of journalism. This study examined the influence of media reporting guidelines on children’s reporting in Kenya and tried to generate debate on what journalists do in such situations. All the 2,105 journalists in Nairobi County accredited by the Media Council of Kenya (MCK) constituted the target population. Based on practice theory, the study employed a descriptive research design. The researcher employed stratified random sampling and calculated the desired sample size using Taro Yamane’s formula. The study analysed 238 responses from an online questionnaire and found that most journalists had not fully interacted with the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF’s) guidelines for journalists reporting on children (40%). Also, it shows that many media organisations don’t have internal guidelines and 60% of the respondents had encountered cases of reporters and editors being sanctioned for violating existing media reporting guidelines in Kenya. In conclusion, the study argues that while these guidelines are good for children, they tend to complicate the work of media professionals because of the challenge of clearly defining stories that constitute public interest or those critical to the coverage of children. There is a need to continually organise refresher training to enhance knowledge and skills for journalists to determine children’s stories to be published and that are unlikely to attract public outcry.
Aportes epistemetodológicos de Pierre Bourdieu para a pesquisa no campo da Política Educacional
Authors: Stremel Silvana
Published: June 2024

Este artigo apresenta resultados de uma investigação cujo objetivo foi analisar as contribuições epistemetodológicas de Pierre Bourdieu para a pesquisa no campo da Política Educacional. O referencial teórico baseou-se nas ideias de Bourdieu e de seus comentadores. A pesquisa envolveu um estudo epistemológico de obras de Bourdieu que abordam mais especificamente questões epistemológicas e metodológicas, bem como de estudos que buscaram indicar as contribuições de Bourdieu para a pesquisa em Política Educacional, na literatura brasileira e estrangeira. Argumenta-se que Bourdieu desenvolveu uma ampla gama de recursos para a pesquisa científica, resultando em contribuições epistemetodológicas substanciais que podem ser estendidas aos debates teóricos e epistemológicos da pesquisa no campo da Política Educacional. Os resultados demonstram que: a) dentre as contribuições epistemetodológicas primordiais aos debates teóricos e epistemológicos da pesquisa no campo da Política Educacional, destacam-se: o pensamento relacional e a reflexividade epistêmica; b) os conceitos mais expressivamente observados como contributo para a investigação em Política Educacional são as ferramentas de pensamento: campo, habitus, capital e prática; c) a aplicação dos contributos bourdieusianos tem possibilitado desenvolvimentos teóricos no campo da Política Educacional em pelo menos duas dimensões: para aprimorar os processos que envolvem a condução da investigação no campo da Política Educacional; e para ampliar a compreensão referente ao ciclo de políticas educacionais, que diz respeito aos processos de formulação e implementação das políticas.
Yetkisiz Temsilci ile Hukuki İşlem Yapan Üçüncü Kişinin Korunmasına İlişkin TBK m. 41/II, 42/III ve 45 Hükümlerinin Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: Koçakdiker Duygu
Published: June 2024

Yetkisi olmaksızın başkası adına ve hesabına hareket eden kişi yetkisiz temsilcidir. Yasa koyucu, yetkisiz temsilcinin yaptığı işlemle bağlı olup olmama noktasında, temsil olunana onama yetkisi tanıyarak onu korumaktadır. TBK m. 46/I hükmünde, yetkisiz bir temsilcinin yaptığı işlemin, onay vermedikçe, temsil olunanı bağlamayacağı düzenlenmiştir. Bununla birlikte kendisine bildirilen temsil yetkisinin varlığına ve kapsamına güvenerek temsilci ile işlem yapan üçüncü kişinin korunması amacıyla da bu genel kuralın istisnaları düzenlenmiştir (TBK m. 41/II, 42/III, 44/II, 45). Koruma, somut olayın özelliğine göre, temsil olunanın, yetkisiz temsile rağmen işlemle bağlı tutulması ya da yetkisi sona eren temsilciye daha önce verilen temsil belgesinin geri alınması için gerekeni yapmayan temsil olunan veya haleflerinin, iyiniyetli üçüncü kişilerin bundan doğan olumsuz zararını gidermesi yoluyla gerçekleşmektedir. Yetkisiz temsile rağmen temsil olunanın işlemle bağlı tutulması, üçüncü kişinin tam korunması, olumsuz zararın giderimi ise kısmi korunması olarak ifade edilmektedir. Konumuz üçüncü kişinin güveninin tam korunduğu halleri kapsamaktadır (TBK m. 41/II, 42/III, 45). Üçüncü kişinin tam korunduğu hallerde yetki eksikliğine rağmen yapılan işlem hüküm ve sonuçlarını doğurmakta ve temsil olunanı bağlamaktadır. Bu doğrultuda, işleme yetkisiz temsil yerine doğrudan temsile ilişkin hükümler uygulanmaktadır.
Assessment of Perceived Stress and Coping Behaviour Strategies among Undergraduate Physiotherapy Students: An Online Cross-Sectional Survey
Authors: A. Bachkaniwala Aparna
Published: June 2024

Context: Negative influence of stress on academic performance and psychological wellbeing has been studied among healthcare students but no major study has explored these aspects among undergraduate physiotherapy students in Gujarat.
Aims: Assessment of perceived stress and coping behaviour strategies among physiotherapy students of Surat.
Settings and Design: Online survey among various physiotherapy college students of Surat, Gujarat.
Methods and Material: Using Google form platform, a total of 144 participants, between the age group 18-21 years, from different colleges of Surat were included. The form included demographic details, the Perceived Stress Scale-10 and the Coping Behaviour Inventory.
Statistical analysis: Descriptive statistics were used to express the level of perceived stress and for the demographic data. The Pearson correlation coefficient was used to correlate between perceived stress and selection of use of cognitive behavioural coping strategies.
Results: 66.66% respondent reported moderate level of stress, 25% reported low level stress and 8.33% reported high perceived stress. Majority of the students reported problem solving as their preferred mode of coping followed by optimistic attitude. A significant positive correlation between perceived stress and selection of use of cognitive behavioural coping strategies as found. (p < 0.05).
Conclusions: Most of the students feel that they are moderately stressed due to academic and clinical learning objectives. The most common coping behaviour adapted by physiotherapy students was problem solving during their graduation period.

Key words: Behaviour, coping, mental health, physiotherapy, stress, students.
A Survey Study on the Prevalence and Correlation of Physical and Mental Fatigue in Long COVID Patients
Authors: Parija Swati , Pattnaik Aparna , Parida Priyanka
Published: June 2024

Background: As the most prevalent post-COVID symptom, there is relatively little information on quantifying the amount of physical and mental fatigue in post-COVID patients using any particular outcome measures. Hence, this study was carried out to assess the prevalence and correlation of physical and mental fatigue among post-COVID patients.
Method: This was conducted among the post-COVID subjects of Odisha with confirmed COVID both online and offline during the third wave of COVID, in which about 307 confirmed subjects were scanned from about 400 responses, revising the inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Results: 213 (69%) of the subjects possessed fatigue as the most prevalent post-COVID symptom. Physical fatigue of about 248 (81%), mental fatigue, as well as pandemic fatigue of about 193 (63%). 177 (58%) of the female subjects was affected. 193 (63%) were from the younger age group, 53 (17%) from the middle age group, and 61(20%) from the old age group experienced fatigue. The existence of a correlation between age group and fatigue was significant (p value <0.05, CI 95%) but not between gender and fatigue.
Conclusion: More than half of the participants had characteristic symptoms with significant fatigue. Aside from that, we demonstrated that physical fatigue outnumbers mental and pandemic fatigue.
Explore the Quality of Life of the Geriatric Population, Gujarat: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Damor Vinal , Kumar Kanoji Rajesh , Sharan Ajeet
Published: June 2024

AIM: To explore the quality of life of the Geriatric population.
METHODS AND MATERIALS: This research project was conducted with 300 old age people in specific regions of Ahmadabad city. A convenient sampling method was used to choose participants for the study. The research instrument consisted of a demographic data profile with the WHOQOL-BREF scale, which was used to evaluate the mental and physical health of the Geriatric population.
RESULT: The mean scores and standard deviations (SD) of the physical (59.63, 13.26) and psychological (63.50, 15.08) domains are very low, indicating a poor quality of life. On the other hand, the mean and SD scores of the social (69.53, 19.01) and environmental (70.86, 18.36) domains indicate a good quality of life. The mean (72.53) and standard deviation (20.25) of overall quality of life are good for the old age population.
CONCLUSION: This study indicates a poor quality of life in both physical and psychological domains. Further research on therapeutic intervention is necessary to enhance the quality of life, especially concerning the physical and psychological aspects of the elderly population.

Key words: Quality of life, Geriatric population
Cavernous Hemangioma of Ovary as Incidental Finding in a Tertiary Care Hospital - A Rare Case Report
Authors: T Govindaraj , S Balaji , M Meera
Published: June 2024

There have only been a few cases of ovarian hemangiomas documented to date, making them benign and uncommon tumours of the female genital tract. A 40-year-old woman with lower abdominal pain was hospitalised to our hospital. An ultrasound scan showed a bilateral ovarian cystic tumour measuring 7 cm. For this patient, a total abdominal hysterectomy was done. A follicular cyst was discovered under a microscope in the left ovary, and an incidental finding of cavernous hemangioma in the right ovary that consisted of blood-filled, thin-walled vascular channels was discovered. Ultimately, a primary ovarian hemangioma of the cavernous kind was diagnosed. This uncommon benign tumor's clinicopathologic appearance is examined.

Keywords: total abdominal hysterectomy, cavernous hemangioma, and ovaryThere have only been a few cases of ovarian hemangiomas documented to date, making them benign and uncommon tumours of the female genital tract. A 40-year-old woman with lower abdominal pain was hospitalised to our hospital. An ultrasound scan showed a bilateral ovarian cystic tumour measuring 7 cm. For this patient, a total abdominal hysterectomy was done. A follicular cyst was discovered under a microscope in the left ovary, and an incidental finding of cavernous hemangioma in the right ovary that consisted of blood-filled, thin-walled vascular channels was discovered. Ultimately, a primary ovarian hemangioma of the cavernous kind was diagnosed. This uncommon benign tumor's clinicopathologic appearance is examined.

Keywords: total abdominal hysterectomy, cavernous hemangioma, and ovary
Recent Biomaterials in Implants: A Narrative Review
Authors: Gupta Arun , Gothi Kruti , Gosavi Sandesh
Published: June 2024

A crucial element in the long-term viability of implants is the appropriate choice of implant biomaterial. Implants should be chosen to minimize the adverse biologic response while preserving appropriate function because the biologic environment does not accept all materials. With an aging population comes an increasing need for biomaterials that promote the replacement, repair, or healing of soft tissues and bones. Implants continue to fail because of infection, fracture, corrosion, and excessive load, despite extensive research over the past ten years to develop medical implants for bone regeneration and body tissue healing. Implantable materials include metals, ceramics, and polymers, depending on whether a permanent or temporary implant is needed. The article addresses the use of several polymeric materials, metals, and alloys as medical implants. The replacement of bone with titanium implants has showed promise, and the alloys used in these implants are essential to orthopaedic and dental treatments. Still, they exhibit a number of shortcomings, including Ti-6Al-4V alloy. The characteristics of titanium alloys and their potential applications as implantable materials have been widely explored. The published studies of in-vitro and in-vivo research have been critically addressed in the article, as biocompatibility and bone response are significant factors that determine implants' clinical efficacy. In order to improve medical implants and tissue engineering, biomaterials' overall performance and applications in biological systems are covered in this study. This review includes critiques aimed at aspiring young researchers who want to work on developing implants for biomedical uses. This article attempts to provide an overview of the several dental biomaterials that have been utilized in the past and the most recent materials that are now in use.

Keywords: Biomaterials, titanium implants, stainless steel implants, HAp, Hydroxyapatite implants, PEEK, Polyether Ether Ketone implants, PMMA, Poly Methyl Methacrylate implants.
The Effectiveness of Peer Assessment in Improving Writing Skills of Students with Different Grammatical Competencies at SMA Negeri 3 Palangka Raya Kalimantan Tengah
Authors: . Nachalia , Mujiyanto Januarius , . Widhiyanto
Published: June 2024

This research aimed to explain the effectiveness of Peer Assessment in improving writing skills of students with different grammatical competencies at SMA Negeri 3 Palangka Raya. The researcher used pre-experimental research. This research consisted of one group pre-test and post-test design. Before students do the pre-test and post-test, they do the grammar test to know their grammatical competencies. Then, the pre-test and post-test scores were calculated in the achievement of student’s writing skills using Peer Assessment. The sample of this research is tenth grade students consisting of 30 students. Result of this study is from the test ANOVA, which showed an effectiveness of Peer Assessment on the student’s writing. The mean score of pre-tests is 63.26 and after the treatments is 72.17, it concluded that there is a rising score of students with low grammatical competencies. It raises 8.91 points. It means that students with low grammatical showed the improvement.

Keywords: Peer Assessment, Writing Ability, Descriptive Text, Grammar Levels
Effect of Education Expenditure, Health Expenditure, Independence Ratio, Effectiveness Ratio, and Gross Regional Domestic Product per Capita on Human Development Index and Income Inequality in East Kalimantan Province
Authors: Novitasari Dian , Rantelangi Cornelius , Lestari Diana
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this research is to analyze effect of education expenditure, health expenditure, independence ratio, effectiveness ratio, and gross regional domestic product per capita on human development index and income inequality in East Kalimantan Province. This research uses a quantitative approach. Research data comes from East Kalimantan Province from 2015 to 2022. This study uses path analysis. The research results show that education expenditure has a positive and significant effect on human development index in East Kalimantan Province. Health expenditure has a positive and significant effect on human development index in East Kalimantan Province. Independence ratio has a positive and significant effect on human development index in East Kalimantan Province. Effectiveness ratio has a negative and significant effect on human development index in East Kalimantan Province. Gross regional domestic product per capita ratio has a negative and significant effect on human development index in East Kalimantan Province. Education expenditure has a positive and significant effect on income inequality in East Kalimantan Province. Health expenditure has a positive and significant effect on income inequality in East Kalimantan Province. Independence ratio has a positive and significant effect on income inequality in East Kalimantan Province. Effectiveness ratio has a positive and significant effect on income inequality in East Kalimantan Province. Gross regional domestic product per capita has a positive and significant effect on income inequality in East Kalimantan Province. Human development index has a positive and significant effect on income inequality in East Kalimantan Province.

Keywords: Education, Health, Independence, Effectiveness, Gross Regional Domestic Product per Capita, Human Development Index, Income Inequality
Impact of Cervical Cancer on Fatigue Level and Quality of Life in Female Population in a Tertiary Care Hospital: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Pranjal Sangtani , Pabla Sukhpreet
Published: June 2024

Cervical cancer is the second common female malignant tumor globally which seriously threatens female’s health. In 2020, cervical cancer accounted for 18.3% of new cases in India, according to GLOBOCAN. The situation is more alarming in rural areas where women are illiterate, ignorant, poverty, socio-economic status lack the knowledge for detection and early diagnosis. The fatigue is a common and distressing symptom in cancers and also contributes to depletion in health-related quality of life of an Individual. The aim of this study was to assess the Impact of Cervical Cancer on fatigue level and Quality of Life in women with cervical cancer in a tertiary care hospital. Methodology: The study involved 30 cervix cancer patients aged above 18 years receiving anticancer treatment. They were assessed for fatigue severity and quality of life using the Brief Fatigue Inventory and FACT-Cx scale. Results: The study included 23 patients with mean age of 63.30(±11.65) years. 52% experienced severe fatigue, while 48% experienced moderate fatigue. The lowest scores were in emotional and functional well-being, while the highest were in social/family and physical well-being. The FACT-CX score was 99.3±13, there is a significant negative correlation between fatigue and quality of life in cervical cancer patients. Conclusion: The study concludes moderate to severe levels of fatigue was experienced, which also impacts the quality of life. Fatigue has negative correlation with quality of life in patients with cervical cancer.

Keywords: Cervix cancer, Fatigue, Quality of Life, Gynaecological cancer.
Assessment of Physical Fitness in Geriatric Individuals in Loni: A Descriptive Study
Authors: Hembade Akshaya Sitaram , Mahajan Aashirwad
Published: June 2024

BACKGROUND: Physical fitness in older adults is crucial due to decline in fitness, leading to negative health outcomes like falls, disability, and chronic disease. Assessing geriatric fitness helps identify health risks and take appropriate action, enabling independent living and improving physical performance, independence, and overall quality of life.
OBJECTIVE: The objective is to assess the fitness of elderly persons in Loni using a senior fitness test.
MATERIALS AND METHOD: The study involved 100 participants, including rural geriatrics, who were divided into four age groups and given a Mini Mental State Exam to assess cognitive function. Heart rate was monitored during the Senior Fitness Test. Participants were briefed in their language and performed six tests, including chair stand, arm curl, step, chair sit-and-reach, back scratch, and 8-foot up-and-go.
RESULT: The study analyzed data from 100 participants aged 60-65, 66-70, 71-75, and 76-80, with 49 males and 51 females. The mean age was 68.9 years. All participants underwent a senior fitness test. Results showed significant variation in physical fitness as age increased, indicating a decrease in fitness.
CONCLUSION: The study reveals that ageing results in equal physical activity and functional fitness losses for men and women, but differences in muscle strength, body fat percentage, flexibility, agility, and endurance.

Keywords: Physical fitness, Geriatric individuals, SFT
Overview of WaterGEMS Software: Applications in Optimizing Water Distribution Systems and Addressing Water Scarcity
Authors: Tuyet Trinh Le Huynh , Hong Loan Dinh Thi
Published: June 2024

Water, as an essential natural resource, plays a crucial role in sustaining life and supporting various human activities, such as industrial processes, household consumption, irrigation, power generation, navigation, and livestock watering. However, the global challenge of water scarcity presents significant obstacles. This study provides an overview of WaterGEMS software, an advanced tool for modeling and optimizing water distribution systems. WaterGEMS offers extensive capabilities for hydraulic analysis, network optimization, and asset management, utilizing genetic algorithms and real-time data integration via SCADA systems. This research highlights the software's application in various case studies, including network rehabilitation, leak detection, valve operation, pipeline flushing management, water quality analysis, network development, and real-time simulation. The study demonstrates WaterGEMS' effectiveness in optimizing pipe diameters, improving pump scheduling, and addressing water scarcity issues in urban and rural settings. Results indicate significant improvements in network performance, energy efficiency, and cost reduction, underscoring the software's potential in enhancing water distribution system resilience and sustainability.

Keywords: Bentley WaterGEMS; Water distribution network; Optimization; Pipeline Flushing Management