bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A novel weighted fuzzy c-means based on feature weight learning
Authors: Pan Xingguang , Wang Lin , Huang Chengquan , Wang Shitong , Chen Haiqing
Published: November 2021

In feature weighted fuzzy c-means algorithms, there exist two challenges when the feature weighting techniques are used to improve their performances. On one hand, if the values of feature weights are learnt in advance, and then fixed in the process of clustering, the learnt weights might be lack of flexibility and might not fully reflect their relevance. On the other hand, if the feature weights are adaptively adjusted during the clustering process, the algorithms maybe suffer from bad initialization and lead to incorrect feature weight assignment, thus the performance of the algorithms may degrade the in some conditions. In order to ease these problems, a novel weighted fuzzy c-means based on feature weight learning (FWL-FWCM) is proposed. It is a hybrid of fuzzy weighted c-means (FWCM) algorithm with Improved FWCM (IFWCM) algorithm. FWL-FWCM algorithm first learns feature weights as priori knowledge from the data in advance by minimizing the feature evaluation function using the gradient descent technique, then iteratively optimizes the clustering objective function which integrates the within weighted cluster dispersion with a term of the discrepancy between the weights and the priori knowledge. Experiments conducted on an artificial dataset and real datasets demonstrate the proposed approach outperforms the-state-of-the-art feature weight clustering methods. The convergence property of FWL-FWCM is also presented.
Braking angle control of loom spindle based on neuron-adaptive PID algorithm
Authors: Xiao Yanjun , Li Zeyu , Mao Zhe , Zhou Wei
Published: November 2021

The intelligent control strategy of electromagnetic clutch actuator is analyzed in detail in this paper. The start - stop control of the loom is realized by an electromagnetic clutch. The existing control method of electromagnetic clutch of loom is high and low pressure control strategy. The operator sets the braking advance angle according to experience, to realize the accurate braking of the spindle, but it is difficult to realize the fast and accurate control. In order to achieve good performance, it is very important to develop a fast and accurate loom braking system. Aiming at the fabric defects caused by the elongation of the warp when the loom is stopped, a method of stabilizing the excitation current of the electromagnetic clutch by using the neural adaptive PID (proportional integral differential) controller is proposed to improve the control precision of the actuator. The experimental results show that the proposed control algorithm is feasible and can effectively realize the adaptive control of the spindle braking Angle within the allowable error range.
Semantic relatedness maximisation for word sense disambiguation using a hybrid firefly algorithm
Authors: Hamad Aws Hamed , Mahmood Ali Abdulkareem , Abed Saad Adnan , Ying Xu
Published: November 2021

Word sense disambiguation (WSD) refers to determining the right meaning of a vague word using its context. The WSD intermediately consolidates the performance of final tasks to achieve high accuracy. Mainly, a WSD solution improves the accuracy of text summarisation, information retrieval, and machine translation. This study addresses the WSD by assigning a set of senses to a given text, where the maximum semantic relatedness is obtained. This is achieved by proposing a swarm intelligence method, called firefly algorithm (FA) to find the best possible set of senses. Because of the FA is based on a population of solutions, it explores the problem space more than exploiting it. Hence, we hybridise the FA with a one-point search algorithm to improve its exploitation capacity. Practically, this hybridisation aims to maximise the semantic relatedness of an eligible set of senses. In this study, the semantic relatedness is measured by proposing a glosses-overlapping method enriched by the notion of information content. To evaluate the proposed method, we have conducted intensive experiments with comparisons to the related works based on benchmark datasets. The obtained results showed that our method is comparable if not superior to the related works. Thus, the proposed method can be considered as an efficient solver for the WSD task.
A maximizing dominance degree model based on trust relationships and TODIM method to reach group consensus
Authors: Liu Yicong , Chu Junfeng , Wang Yanyan , Wang Yingming
Published: November 2021

To obtain the suitable alternative(s) for the organization, this paper proposes a more practical method to solve the decision-making problems in society. That is combined with the TODIM (TOmada de decisão interativa multicrit e ´ rio). The maximizing dominance degree model to reach consensus is proposed with two following components: (1) constructing the complete trust relationships network; (2) the maximizing dominance degree feedback mechanism to reach group consensus. Therefore, firstly owing to the complexity of the trust relationships network, judging the direct and indirect trust propagation paths among the decision makers (DMs) to construct the complete trust relationships network and identifying the highest value of Trust Score (TS) as the leader is possible. Then identify the inconsistent DM based on the established consensus index. During the feedback process, inconsistent DMs adopt the feedback mechanism based on the dominance degree of the leader until the group consensus is reached. Later, the corresponding ranking result is calculated by the TODIM method. Finally, a numerical example is applied to illustrate the effectiveness and feasibility of the optimal model.
Investigation on load harmonic reduction through solar-power utilization in intermittent SSFI using particle swarm, genetic, and modified firefly optimization algorithms
Authors: Albert Johny Renoald , Sharma Aditi , Rajani B. , Mishra Ashish , Saxena Ankur , Nandagopal C. , Mewada Shivlal
Published: November 2021

A new Symmetric Solar Fed Inverter (SSFI) proposed with a reduced number of components compared to the classical, modified, conventional type of Multilevel Inverter (MLI). The objective of this architecture is to design fifteen-level SSFI, this circuit uses a single switch with minimizing harmonics, and Modulation Index (MI) values. Power Quality (PQ) is developed by using the optimization algorithms like as Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO), Genetic algorithm (GA), Modified Firefly Algorithm (MFA). It’s determined to generate the gating pulse and finding optimum firing angle values calculate as per the input of MPP intelligent controller schemes. The proposed circuit is solar fed inverter used for optimization techniques governed by switching controller approach delivers a major task. The comparison is made for different optimization algorithm has significantly reduced the harmonic content by varying the modulation index and switching angle values. SSFI generates low distortion output uses through without any additional filter component through utilizing MATLAB Simulink software (2020a). The SSFI circuit assist Xilinx Spartan 3-AN Filed Program Gate Array (FPGA) tuned by optimization techniques are presented for the effectiveness of the proposed model.
Differentiation of Pediatric-Onset Duchenne and Becker Muscular Dystrophy Subphenotypes Using Data from the Muscular Dystrophy Surveillance Tracking and Research Network (MD STARnet)
Authors: Andrews Jennifer G. ,   the MD STARnet, Lamb Molly M. , Conway Kristin M. , Street Natalie , Westfield Christina , Ciafaloni Emma , Matthews Dennis , Pandya Shree
Published: November 2021

Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and Becker muscular dystrophy (BMD) phenotypes are used to describe disease progression in affected individuals. However, considerable heterogeneity has been observed across and within these two phenotypes, suggesting a spectrum of severity rather than distinct conditions. Characterizing the phenotypes and subphenotypes aids researchers in the design of clinical studies and clinicians in providing anticipatory guidance to affected individuals and their families. Using data from the Muscular Dystrophy Surveillance, Tracking, and Research Network (MD STARnet), we used K-means cluster analysis to group phenotypically similar males with pediatric-onset dystrophinopathy. We identified four dystrophinopathy clusters: Classical BMD, Classical DMD, late ambulatory DMD, and severe DMD. The clusters that we identified align with both ‘classical’ and ‘non-classical’ dystrophinopathy described in the literature. Individuals with dystrophinopathies have heterogenous clinical presentations that cluster into phenotypically similar groups. Use of clinically-derived phenotyping may provide a clearer understanding of disease trajectories, reduce variability in study results, and prevent exclusion of certain cohorts from analysis. Findings from studying subphenotypes may ultimately improve our ability to predict disease progression.
Site, frequency, and duration of pain in young children with spina bifida
Authors: Alriksson-Schmidt Ann I. , Ong Katherine , Reeder Matthew R. , Thibadeau Judy K. , Feldkamp Marcia L.
Published: November 2021

PURPOSE: To investigate the: (1) percent of children with spina bifida (SB) complaining of pain, (2) frequency, duration, and cause of pain by sex, level of lesion type of SB, and ambulation status, (3) body sites reported to hurt, by variables in objective 2, and (4) associations between physical and mental/emotional health between caregiver and child. METHODS: Cross-sectional study of 101 caregivers of children (3 to 6 years old) with SB. Survey data and information from medical records were included. Pearson chi-square, one-way ANOVA, Fisher’s exact test, logistic regressions, and bivariate correlations were used. RESULTS: Seventy percent reported that their child complained of pain, which did not significantly differ by sex, level of lesion, type of SB, or ambulation status. Most (86%) were reported to have experienced pain for less than 24 hours. The most frequently reported pain site was the head, followed by the abdomen and the lower body. Number of pain sites was moderately correlated with frequency of pain complaints. Correlations between how caregivers reported their own physical/mental/emotional health and how they rated that of their children ranged from weak (r = 0.22) to moderate (r = 0.55). CONCLUSION: Almost seven of ten children reportedly complained of pain ranging from at least once a month to everyday. Pain needs to be routinely assessed and treated in this population.
The effectiveness of pre-sowing seed treatment in the fight against diseases of grain sorghum
Authors: Kincharova Marina , Matvienko Evgeniy
Published: November 2021

Abstract. The aim of this work is to investigate the composition of pathogenic mycoflora on seeds of grain sorghum in the Samara region and to study the effectiveness of dressing agents against pathogens in laboratory conditions. Research methodology and methods. The research was carried out on the basis of the laboratory of innovative technologies in breeding, seed production and seed science of the Volga NIISS, a branch of the SamSC RAS. The objects of research were two varieties of grain sorghum Ros’ and Kinel’skoe 63. Determination of the population of seeds by pathogenic organisms was carried out by the method of a wet chamber with their preliminary placement on corrugated filter paper in boxes with natural ventilation using the technique according to GOST 12044-93 and subsequent microscopy. To study the effect of plant protection chemicals, the seeds were treated with moisture (at the rate of 10 l/tons) with preparations of contact-systemic action Celeste Maks and Vitaros; contact – TMTD and Maksim; and systemic action - Armor. Untreated seeds were used as a control. The repetition is fourfold. Results. Correct diagnosis and knowledge of the causes of the onset of the disease, the peculiarities of the development of a particular pathogen will be the basis for the successful implementation of protective and preventive measures. Phytopathological examination of grain sorghum seeds, carried out by us in 2019–2020, shows that the most common fungi found on grain sorghum seeds are Cladosporium sp., Trichothecium roseum, Mucor sp., Penicillium sp. It has been established that dressing agents with varying efficiency – from 75.8 to 97.6 % reduce the contamination of seed material. Scientific novelty. A phytopathological assessment of grain sorghum seeds was carried out in relation to the conditions of the Samara region and the most effective preparations for pre-sowing treatment of grain sorghum were determined to reduce the damage to plants by diseases.
Junta Directiva del Banco de la República: grandes episodios en 30 años de historia
Authors: Gloria Valencia C.
Published: November 2021

El libro de Gloria Valencia constituye un magnífico reconocimiento a los actores que crearon el nuevo Banco de la República luego de la Constitución de 1991. Analiza 52 episodios “centrales” en sus 30 años de historia, con base en las Actas de la Junta Directiva, en múltiples documentos internos del Banco, así como en cerca de cincuenta entrevistas a presidentes, dirigentes gremiales, gerentes y a casi todos los codirectores y ministros de Hacienda. Tristemente nos han dejado algunos de ellos: Carlos Ossa, Guillermo Perry y Roberto Junguito (entrevistados para este libro), y Luis Bernardo Flórez y Juan Mario Laserna.
Effect of Different Molecular Weight and Concentration of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) on Tensile and Morphology of Sago Starch Film
Authors: Yacob Norzita
Published: November 2021

Sago starch is a seasonal based plantation and widely found in Asia country. Its application mainly in cooking such as biscuits and as a thickener in jellies. To further utilize its application, bioplastic from sago starch was developed. In this study, sago starch films were prepared through a blending and casting method using polyethylene glycol (PEG) as a plasticizer by varying its molecular weights and concentrations. The interaction between starch and PEG in the blend was studied using FTIR technique. The effect on transparency, tensile stress, Young’s modulus as well as elongation percentages of the films was also examined. The results suggested that the addition of low molecular weight PEG (400 g.mol-1) increased the tensile stress of sago films from 33.51 MPa up to 39.11 MPa. Nevertheless, incorporation of high molecular weight of PEG (4000 g.mol-1) decreased the tensile strength of the film. Tensile strength and elongation at break of sago films increased with increasing of PEG concentration up to 2% and decreased with further increased of PEG content. Results indicated that there was a miscibility between these two components.
Palm-based Oleochemicals in Non-Food Applications: Meeting the Environmental Regulatory Challenges
Authors: Ghazali Razmah , Ishak Siti Afida , Zolkarnain Noorazah , Ishak Siti Afida
Published: November 2021

The oleochemical manufacturing is one of the industrial sectors that contributed significantly to the economic growth of the country. Palm oil (PO) and palm kernel oil (PKO) have been utilised as feedstocks for production of the five basic oleochemicals, namely fatty acid, methyl ester, fatty alcohol, fatty amine and glycerol. These basic oleochemicals could be used without further treatment or they could be processed further for the purpose of purification and improving functionality, and then formulated with other ingredients into finished products.  The industries, however, are challenged with the growing concern on safety, toxicity and eco-toxicity level, biodegradability profile and hence marketability of the products and new technologies developed. While Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB)’s R & D focused on developing various oleochemicals derivatives, the method to assess the environmental impact of the production of these products are also being looked into together with process feasibility and technology viability study. With a complete entity comprises of laboratories, facilities and expertise, MPOB can now assist Malaysian manufacturers/exporters to establish a complete dataset on biodegradation, ecotoxicity and life cycle assessment (LCA) to facilitate the market access of their products and ensure conformation to regulation set by importing countries.
Healthy Diets and Regular Exercises to Achieve a Health-Related Quality of Life: A Quasi-experimental Study
Authors: Dioso Regidor III
Published: November 2021

This study developed an online health education module on diet and exercise in achieving a health-related quality of life. A quantitative quasi-experimental study design was used. A-301 respondents were enrolled for the self-administered questionnaire using the RAND SF-36 of the health-related quality of life as pre- and post-test for both experimental and control group. An online module on diet and exercise was developed as an intervention to achieve a health-related quality of life.  The online module on diet and exercise was effective in achieving a significant health-related quality of life (p≤0.05).  Specifically, the domains of the health-related quality of life achieved after 12 months of healthy diets and regular exercises were general health (72.700±41.1, p0.00915), physical functioning (82.3200±51.8, p0.0015), role physical (92.02±41.06, p0.001), role emotional (72.706±21.12, p0.00), social functioning (96.09±48.727, p0.0012), bodily pain (99.3±69.128, p0.015), vitality (62.7±31.08, p0.0104), and mental health (72.35±41.18, p0.00455).
Non-Intelligent and Intelligent Force Control for Robotic Applications: A Review
Authors: Ahmad Shauri Ruhizan Liza , Roslan Ahmad Badiuzzaman
Published: November 2021

This paper presents an overview of force control approaches for robotic systems. It covers three main methods: non-intelligent methods, intelligent methods, and recent methods. In each section, the discussion focused on how the researcher implements their methods in control system to obtain the desired force control for system’s robustness towards external disturbances and internal uncertainties. The purpose of applying force control is to ensure that the executed robotic task does not damage the manipulated object or environment. The benefits for each method were highlighted at the end of each section.
The Inhibitory Effect of Some Natural Bioactive D-Glucopyranoside Derivatives against SARS-CoV-2 Main Protease (Mpro) and Spike Protease (Spro)
Authors: Kumer Ajoy , Chakma Unesco , Kawsar Sarkar Mohammad Abe
Published: November 2021

Outbreak of coronavirus seems to have exacerbated across the globe, but drugs have not been discovered till now. Due to having the antiviral activity of D-glucopyranoside derivatives, this study was designed to examine as the inhibitor by in sillico study against the main protease (Mpro) and Spike protease (Spro) of SARS-CoV-2. First, these derivatives were optimised by Density Functional Theory (DFT). The observation of this study was monitored by molecular docking tools calculating the binding affinities. Afterwards, the ligand interaction with protein was accounted for selecting the how to bind of active sites of the protein. Next, the root means square deviation (RMSD) and root mean square fluctuation (RMSF) were illustrated for determining the stability of the docked complex. Finally, AMDET properties were calculated as well as the Lipisinki rule. All of the derivates showed a binding affinity more than -6.0 kcal/mol while derivatives 2, 3, and 9 were the best-bonded scoring inhibitor against Mpro and Spro. In addition, the chemical descriptors were more supportive tools as an inhibitor, and the Lipisinki rule was satisfied for maximum molecules as a drug. Besides, D-glucopyranoside derivatives may be predicted that they are non-carcinogenic and low toxic for both aquatic and non-aquatic species.
PENGARUH PEMBIAYAAN BERMASALAH (NPF) TERHADAP PROFITABILITAS DI PT. BPRS BOGOR TEGAR BERIMAN
Authors: Maulana Hendri , Febriyanti Revina Dwi
Published: November 2021

Dalam pembiayaan adakalanya modal tidak bisa dikembalikan tepat pada waktunya, inilah yang disebut dengan pembiayaan bermasalah. Bank syariah tidak hanya memberikan pembiayaan, tapi juga harus mendapatkan kepercayaan dari masyarakat dalam mengelola keuangannya. Kemampuan bank syariah dalam mengelola keuangannya dapat diukur, yaitu dilihat dari nilai laba/profitabilitas yang didapatkannya. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh pembiayaan bermasalah/Non Performing Financing (NPF) terhadap profitabilitas/Return on Asset (ROA) di PT. BPRS Bogor Tegar Beriman. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode kuantitatif dengan menggunakan data statistik yang diperoleh. Data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah data sekunder, yaitu dari laporan keuangan per satu tahun PT. BPRS Bogor Tegar Beriman tahun 2018-2020. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukan pembiayaan bermasalah berpengaruh signifikan terhadap nilai profitabilitas bank. Karena, dilihat dari hasil perhitungan rasio NPF menunjukan angka grafik turun yang artinya pembiayaan bermasalah berkurang dan itu berarti bank dapat menekan tingkat pembiayaan bermasalah yang terjadi dari tahun 2018 sampai 2020. Begitupun dengan hasil perhitungan rasio ROA yang menunjukan angka grafik naik, yang artinya nilai profitabilitas semakin meningkat dalam periode tiga tahun tersebut. Upaya yang dilakukan pihak bank dalam mengatasi pembiayaan bermasalah adalah dengan cara restrukturisasi pembiayaan, dalam rangka membantu nasabah agar dapat menyelesaikan kewajibannya melalui penjadwalan kembali/rescheduling. Melalui tahap ini, nasabah PT. BPRS Bogor Tegar Beriman mampu untuk melunasi kewajibannya dalam waktu yang sudah dijadwalkan kembali.
MITOS ‘SPBU MASA DEPAN’ PADA INFOGRAFIK MAJALAH NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC
Authors: Agustin Senja Aprela
Published: November 2021

Semiotika sebagai ilmu tentang tanda dapat dimanfaatkan untuk menafsir teks visual, salah satunya infografik. Teks yang terbentuk atas kombinasi elemen tanda-tanda visual yang muncul dapat ditelisik maknanya, mulai dari yang tampak hingga makna terdalam seperti mitos dalam masyarakat modern. Infografik yang berjudul ‘SPBU Masa Depan’ pada Majalah National Geographic ini memiliki makna yang sarat ideologis mengenai masyarakat ideal masa depan yang lebih berwawasan lingkungan. Melalui tanda-tanda visualnya, mitos ini dapat ditelusuri dengan menggunakan metode semiotika struktural Roland Barthes. Konsep semiotika milik Barthes salah satunya adalah tingkatan tanda yang dimulai dari denotasi dan konotasi yang nantinya akan berkembang menjadi mitos dan jika mantap akan menjadi sebuah ideologi.

 

Kata Kunci: semiotika, infografik, mitos
PROMOSI USAHA “FOODY DOLLYS” MENGGUNAKAN TEKNIK FOTOGRAFI UNTUK MENINGKATKAN PENJUALAN PRODUK
Authors: Nursyifani Cahyaning Umul Chasanah , Atmaji Lutfi Tri
Published: November 2021

Photography is one aspect that producers need to consider in promoting their products. Photography can make an object, become more interesting and valuable. Today, buyers can see the product first without having to go to sales outlets. Photos become the main communication that connects producers and consumers in the sale of a product. This initial appearance is very influential in the purchasing decision process by consumers. Product appearance is important because product quality can only be judged by an image. New buyers can assess other aspects when a product has been purchased or come to a sales outlet. Therefore, photography on a product becomes very important to learn. Good photography techniques can increase the value of a product in order to compete with mass producers who have greater resources than them.

Keywords: Photography, promotion, product
DESAIN USER INTERFACE AKSARA INCUNG SEBAGAI PENGENALAN KEARIFAN LOKAL KERINCI
Authors: Syahrul Yasermi
Published: November 2021

Keberagaman kearifan budaya lokal memiliki peran untuk dipelajari serta mencari jalan keluar sebagai upaya mengatasi masalah-masalah yang diperoleh pada masa lalu. Masyarakat Kerinci telah lama mengenal tulisan incung bahkan sebelum masuknya Isam ke daerah ini. Aksara incung yang mulai berkembang setelah ada prasasti Karang Berahi tahun 608/686 M, saat itu Kerinci dalam pemerintahan Sigindo. Penciptaan desain user interface aksara incung bertujuan membantu memperkenalkan tentang aksara incung. Metode pengumpulan data dilaksanakan dengan tahapan observasi, wawancara, dan studi pustaka. Kemudian dilanjutkan dengan proses kreatif yaitu melibatkan 4 tahap, yakni preparation (persiapan atau masukan), incubation (tahap pengeraman), illumination (tahap ilham/inspirasi), verification (pembuktian/pengujian). Hasil yang diperoleh telah memenuhi kriteria yang baik sebagai desain untuk tampilan user interface aksara incung sehingga dapat membantu dalam pengenalan kearifan lokal budaya pada masa lalu yaitu aksara incung.
KAJIAN DESAIN RUANG PERPUSTAKAAN ANAK DI PULAU UNTUNG JAWA
Authors: Rochyat Indra Gunara , Widyastuti Putri Anggraeni
Published: November 2021

The Children's Library Room is a public facility built for children of Untung Jawa residents who manages a literature repository that supports education. The collection of arguments was carried out to find the reasons for an interior design work on the island of Untung Jawa carried out. From direct observation it was decided to study the layout of the furniture in the room. Problems design that is not good causes the maximum service to the community. The target audience of this research is for unproductive communities such as junior high, elementary and early childhood education as well as groups of children and young people who are in location. Interior Design Methodologies are offered at the request of users who are the object of research. Research conducted to provide discussion of the layout in the library space and help create peace and comfort in community life through improving service facilities and can improve skills to improve thinking and increase knowledge about the purpose of partnerships can improve.
KOREKSI SECARA REAL TIME BERBASIS DARING TERHADAP TUGAS PERKULIAHAN MAHASISWA DESAIN
Authors: Tyas Bonifacia Bulan Aruming
Published: November 2021

Masa pandemi Covid-19 membatasi ruang gerak secara fisik masyarakat seluruh dunia, termasuk Indonesia. Masyarakat diminta untuk bekerja dari rumah dan melakukan segala kegiatan lainnya di rumah masing-masing. Tidak terkecuali untuk pendidikan, baik jenjang pendidikan dasar, lanjutan, atas, hingga perguruan tinggi. Pada perguruan tinggi yang berkecimpung di bidang desain, salah satunya desain komunikasi visual, tak jarang pengajar juga perlu memberikan perbaikan langsung pada karya visual mahasiswa. Perbaikan pada karya visual tersebut tentu mudah dilakukan bila konsultasi dilakukan saat berhadapan secara langsung. Artikel ini mempertanyakan kemungkinan terjadinya kolaborasi real time berbasis daring antara dosen dan mahasiswa desain komunikasi visual. Kolaborasi dalam ranah pendidikan, yang dalam penelitian ini untuk keperluan koreksi tugas desain, dapat menjadi contoh kolaborasi yang kedepannya dapat diterapkan sebagai kolaborasi digital antar seniman atau desainer. Adapun kolaborasi ini dapat terjadi setelah sebelumnya membentuk kelas virtual, hingga memungkinkan adanya kolaborasi secara real time. Penelitian ini mengangkat studi kasus konsultasi tugas desain poster melalui daring dengan media perantara berupa aplikasi Microsoft Teams. Dari uji coba serta penerapannya dalam konsultasi tugas mahasiswa, memungkinkan bahwa koreksi tugas desain dapat dilakukan secara real time oleh dosen dan langsung diterima hasilnya oleh mahasiswa saat itu juga.
A STEREOTIP PEREMPUAN DAN KEKERASAN SIMBOLIK PADA NARASI PEMBERITAAN MEDIA ONLINE
Authors: Krisna Ari Ida Ayu Dwita , Tama Arya Janot
Published: November 2021

ABSTRAK

 

Tulisan ini merupakan kajian kritis pada media online yang merupakan produksi simbol dari aspek visual dengan menitikberatkan dapa analisis kritis untuk mewujudkan kesetaraan gender. konstruksi sosial berlangsung secara mapan dan lama dimasyarakat menyebabkan terjadinya ketidak adilan gender yang pada masyarakat kolektif dengan menganut system patriarki, cendrung merugikan pihak wanita. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif, data yang berasal dari obvservasi, dokumentasi, kepustakaan dan internet. Berdasarkan Analisa yang dilakukan dapat disimpulkan bahwa media massa tidak memperhatikan kode etik jurnalistik, cenderung menonjolkan sisi sensasional jika pemberitaan tersebut menyangkut perempuan.  Media menjual tubuh perempuan dengan ebih menonjolkan sisi sensasional kekerasan simbolik pada pemberitaan media di atas dapat dilihat dari bahasa, teks, gambar dan foto yang digunakan oleh media sehingga menggiring konstruksi realitas sosial yang terjadi, dari narasi yang dituliskan tersebut media mampu menggiring opini masyarakat sehingga memunculkan stereotip negatif terhadap korban. Harapannya penelitian ini dapat dijadikan rujukan dalam konteks kekerasan simbolik  melalui unsur visual terhadap perempuan dalam media online
ANALISIS VISUAL POSTER FILM “PEREMPUAN TANAH JAHANAM (2019)” MENGGUNAKAN METODE ANALISIS CONTEXT, FORM, DAN CONTENT
Authors: Silverstan Audrey Alicia , Wiryanto Injo Cindy Priscilla , Aurellia Medelyn , Tamosee Tamara Audrey , Hananto Brian Alvin
Published: November 2021

Dalam rangka melanjutkan penelitian tindakan kelas penulis, makalah ini akan membahas mengenai hasil analisis visual poster film “Perempuan Tanah Jahanam” dengan menggunakan metode analisis form, konten, dan konteks. Film “Perempuan Tanah Jahanam” adalah sebuah film horror yang memiliki poster yang berbeda dengan poster-poster film horror pada umumnya. Dengan menggunakan metode analisis form, konten, dan konteks, dapat dipahami bagaimana poster ini secara efektif mengkomunikasikan pesan dan kesan dari poster film itu. Metode ini merupakan sebuah materi utama dalam mata kuliah Metodologi Desain yang diselenggarakan pada Program Studi Desain Komunikasi Visual Universitas Pelita Harapan. Dengan demikian, pemahaman mahasiswa-mahasiswi akan metode ini dan keberhasilan mahasiwa-mahasiswi dalam menggunakan metode ini menjadi sebuah indikator dari keberhasilan penelitian tindakan kelas dan juga pelaksanaan kelas tersebut.
Utilization of Industrial Rosa damascena Mill. By-products and Cocoa Pod Husks as Natural Preservatives in Muffins
Authors: Chochkov Rosen , Denkova Rositsa , Denkova Zapryana , Denev Petko , Vasileva Ivelina , Dessev Tzvetelin , Simitchiev Apostol , Nenov Ventsislav , Slavov Anton
Published: November 2021

Cocoa Pod Husks (CPH) and by-product from supercritical CO2 extracted Rosa damascena Mill. (RDCO2) were used as biopreservatives in muffins. Both by-products were rich source of polyphenols: 28.3 ± 0.6 mg/g Dry Weight (DW) and 17.9 ± 0.7 mg/g DW RDCO2 and CPH, respectively, and exhibited potent antioxidant capacity: 449.1 ± 8.5 µmol Trolox Equivalents (TE)/g DW (by ORAC method) and 58.9 ± 2.1 µmol Gallic Acid Equivalents (GAE)/g DW (by HORAC method) for the RDCO2, and 373.8 ± 9.0 µmol TE/g DW (by ORAC) and 36.8 ± 3.8 µmol GAE/g DW (by HORAC) for the CPH. RDCO2 extracts successfully inhibited development of several important pathogenic and saprophytic microorganisms causing microbial spoilage of food systems. The control muffins were good for consumption up to the 17th day, while the products supplemented with RDCO2 and CPH: until 20th day of storage at 22 ± 0.5 °C. The amount of dietary fibers in muffins supplemented with both by-products increased 3 times (8.57 ± 0.12 %) compared to control (2.91 ± 0.12 %) and the polyphenolic compounds increased 2.5 times (from 50.0 ± 0.3 for the control to 185.9 ± 0.6 mg/g DW). For the first time by-product of supercritical CO2 extraction of Rosa damascena Mill. was characterized and used as natural and cheap biopreservative.
Toward Health Equity Guide Interview Project:
Authors: Fields Rachel
Published: November 2021

For my practicum, I worked with the Health Equity Integration Team (HEIT) to improve the application of Sex- and Gender-Based Analysis + (SGBA+) at The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC). SGBA+ is an analytical tool used in the federal government to ensure the consideration of diversity and intersectionality in programs and policies. One of the training resources on SGBA+ at PHAC is called Toward Health Equity: The SGBA+ Guide. This guide provides an overview of SGBA+, associated concepts, and a case study. I was part of a team tasked with updating this document to make the guide more applicable to current agency priorities. However, in revising the guide it became clear that there was a significant gap in understanding what document users needed. To make this guide as user-friendly and relevant as possible, I suggested that we conduct interviews with key informants throughout the agency to gather feedback and identify barriers to SGBA+ application. This project was part of a Knowledge Translation (KT) process that involved employees from many different roles and divisions at PHAC. The interviews allowed readers to identify the guide’s strengths, weaknesses, and gaps in clarity and content. Improving SGBA+ application at the federal public health level is important, because it is the agency’s way of applying a health equity lens to the work that they do. This project was also significant because it interrupted the standard process of KT, which follows a linear path and only integrates user feedback at the end. Instead, this project promoted an iterative process, involving document users throughout the development and revision of the guide to create a final product that is more tailored to their needs. Clear and effective communication is crucial to public health practice; this project is an example of how to achieve that by incorporating constructive feedback.
Improving end-of-life conversations in the post-MAiD era
Authors: Serota Kristie , Ho Anita
Published: November 2021

Legalizing medical assistance in dying (MAiD) has transformed how palliative and hospice care providers (PHCPs) engage in end of life conversations with patients and their loved ones. We do not currently know how PHCPs in the Toronto area have experienced this tremendous shift, and what challenges they have faced in transforming their practice to accommodate MAiD conversations. We must understand the unique challenges faced by PHCPs so that we can improve the education, resources, and supports available to these essential healthcare providers. We also must ensure that Canadians receive the highest quality care at the end of life, whether or not they choose to pursue a medically assisted death. To examine these unique challenges, I interviewed 22 PHCPs to document their experiences of engaging in end-of-life conversations in the post-MAiD era. Participants included physicians, nurses, social workers, and other allied health professionals employed in faith-based and secular institutions. Their personal beliefs about MAiD varied widely; some identified as conscientious objectors, while others actively engaged in MAiD assessment and provision. Initial thematic analysis revealed that challenges include translating the federal legislation into medical practice; navigating inefficient institutional policies and role ambiguity; developing conversation techniques to share MAiD information with patients and families in a balanced way that is informative yet uncoercive; and, navigating the ethical and organizational issues that arise when patients with declining capacity pursue MAiD. Finally, PHCPs shared personal experiences of burnout, emotional weight, and stigma. Understanding how these factors impact the work and lives of PHCPs allows us to develop targeted strategies to improve the institutional policies surrounding MAiD conversations, referrals, and procedures, as well as decrease the negative personal and emotional consequences of engaging in end-of-life conversations in the post-MAiD era.
Exploring Frontline Healthcare Worker's Stress and Recovery Off-Shift during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Emami Hoora
Published: November 2021

I completed my practicum with 4YouandMe, a non-profit created to aid individuals who are interested in sharing health-related data using smartphones and other wearable devices so that they can better understand and navigate health conditions. The Stress and Recovery Study used the Oura ring and smartphones to track and understand the multidimensional components of stress and recovery off-shift in frontline healthcare workers during the current COVID-19 pandemic. My role in this study was actively working as a clinical research coordinator and digital participant engagement expert. This role consisted of calling participants and asking them about their overall study experience, details regarding their stress triggers, their home and work environments, and use of their Oura ring. I was responsible for maintaining contact with about 70 participants and creating contact logs after each phone call. The purpose of these phone calls is to provide support and encourage participant adherence to the study tasks. In addition to this primary role, I also completed an emerging COVID-19 hotspot map that was used in the recruitment process of the study. I outlined regions in the U.S that may become hotspots for COVID cases and may subsequently translate to a higher stressed group of healthcare workers in those areas. Additionally, I contributed to developing adherence tracking frameworks and other study materials used by team members. This study is contributing to the public health literature by using novel methodologies including digital approaches to understanding stress. Looking at digital stress responses and biometric data as signals to predict infection may inform other tools to aid in early detection.  Finally, the study aims to determine whether resiliency factors and some social determinants of health modify stress and recovery.
The effects of non-pharmaceutical interventions on SARS-CoV-2 transmission in different socioeconomic populations in Kuwait: A modelling study
Authors: Khadadah Fatima , Al-Shammari Abdullah A. , Alhashemi Ahmad , Alhuwail Dari , Al-Saif Bader , Alzaid Saud N. , Alahmad Barrak , Bogoch Isaac I.
Published: November 2021

Background: Aggressive non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) may reduce transmission of SARS-CoV2. The extent to which these interventions are successful in stopping the spread have not been characterized in countries with distinct socioeconomic groups. We compared the effects of a partial lockdown on disease transmission among Kuwaitis (P1) and non-Kuwaitis (P2) living in Kuwait.

Methods: We fit a metapopulation Susceptible-Exposed-Infectious-Recovered (SEIR) model to reported cases stratified by two groups to estimate the impact of a lockdown on the effective reproduction number (Re). We estimated the basic reproduction number (R0) for the transmission in each group and simulated the potential trajectories of an outbreak from the first recorded case of community transmission until 12 days after the lockdown. We estimated R­e values of both groups before and after the lockdown, simulated the effect of these values on epidemic curves and explored a range of cross-transmission scenarios.

Results: We estimate R0 at 1·06 (95% CI: 1·05-1·28) for P1 and 1·83 (1·58-2·33) for P2. On March 22nd, Re for P1 and P2 are estimated at 1·13 (1·07-1·17) and 1·38 (1·25-1·63) respectively. After the curfew had taken effect, Re for P1 dropped modestly to 1·04 (1·02-1·06) but almost doubled for P2 to 2·47 (1·98-3·45). Our simulated epidemic trajectories show that the partial curfew measure modestly reduced and delayed the height of the peak in P1, yet significantly elevated and hastened the peak in P2. Modest cross-transmission from P2 to P1 elevated the height of the peak in P1 and brought it forward in time closer to the peak of P2.   

Conclusion: Our results demonstrate that a lockdown can reduce SARS-CoV2 transmission in one subpopulation but accelerate it in another. At the population level, the consequences of lockdowns may vary across the socioeconomic spectrum. Any public health intervention needs to be sensitive to disparities within populations.
Global Rural and Remote Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Authors: Pianarosa Emilie , Chomistek Kelsey , Hsiao Ralph , Anwar Salman , Umaefulam Valerie , Hazlewood Glen , Barnabe Cheryl
Published: November 2021

Introduction: Rural and remote patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are at risk for inequities in health outcomes based on differences in physical environments and healthcare access potential compared to urban populations. The aim of this systematic review was to synthesize epidemiology, clinical outcomes and health service use reported for global populations with RA residing in rural/remote locations.

Methods: Medline, EMBASE, Healthstar, CINAHL and Cochrane were searched from inception to June 2019 using librarian-developed search terms for RA and rural/remote populations. Peer-reviewed published manuscripts were included if they reported on any of an epidemiology, clinical or health service use outcomes.

Results: 54 articles were included for data synthesis, representing studies from all continents. In 11 studies where there was an appropriate urban population comparator, rural/remote populations were not at increased risk for RA, 1 study reported increased and 5 studies reported decreased prevalence in rural/remote populations. Clinical characteristics of rural/remote populations in studies with an appropriate urban comparator showed no significant differences in disease activity measures or disability, but with 1 study reporting worse physical function and health-related quality of life in rural/remote populations. Studies reporting on health service use provided evidence that rural/remote residence impacts diagnostic time, ongoing follow-up, access to RA-care related practitioners and services, and with variation in medication access and use.

Conclusion: This synthesis highlights that RA epidemiology and clinical outcomes are not necessarily different between rural/remote and urban populations, however rural/remote patients face greater barriers to care which increases the risk for inequities in outcomes. From a public health perspective, we need leadership to implement structures and policies to support better outcomes in rural and remote populations. Access to health services is a recognized determinant of health, which presents the opportunity for actionable strategies and approaches to resolve inequities in care delivery.
Predicting Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) Bloodstream Infection Incidence Rates using Canadian Nosocomial Infection Surveillance Program (CNISP)
Authors: Gjevori Jona , Abdesselam Kahina
Published: November 2021

Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is among the most prevalent nosocomial pathogens globally, causing significant morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. MRSA bloodstream infection (BSI) incidence rates in Canadian hospitals have significantly risen by almost 60% and have a mortality of over 20% upon Intensive Care Unit admission. MRSA is believed to be spread through healthcare workers; thus, high hand hygiene compliancy in addition to environmental cleaning are the cornerstone countermeasures to disrupting its transmission. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC), in collaboration with the Canadian Nosocomial Infection Surveillance Program (CNISP), conducts national, sentinel surveillance on healthcare-associated infections like MRSA. As a Student Epidemiologist, I developed a research proposal detailing two study objectives: 1) develop a regression model to predict all incident MRSA BSI rates among acute-care hospitals in Canada using CNISP MRSA BSI incident cases from 2000 to 2019, and 2) create a compartmental (Susceptible-Infected-Recovered-Deceased) model to determine the impact of various Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) measures on the risk of healthcare-associated MRSA BSI transmission specifically. This study hopes to demonstrate that proper IPC compliance is associated with lower incident MRSA BSI rates with the goal being to produce a manuscript draft by 2021. MRSA poses a serious threat to patient safety globally and is becoming a growing national public health concern in Canada; determining which IPC strategy is most effective at disrupting MRSA transmission is essential to reducing incidence and mortality rates.
Análisis del rendimiento de la mano de obra en la construcción del rubro de enlucido liso en la ciudad de Cuenca
Authors: Cabrera Valdez Juan Diego , Toledo Toledo Jorge Fernando
Published: November 2021

Objetivo. El presente trabajo de investigación tiene como objetivo obtener los diferentes factores de afectación del rendimiento de mano de obra para los obreros que conforman una cuadrilla para el rubro de enlucido liso en la construcción de viviendas en la ciudad de Cuenca. Metodología. La investigación se realizó utilizando un enfoque cualitativo de tipo exploratorio donde los datos de partida se obtuvieron mediante una encuesta que se aplicó a ingenieros civiles contratistas, que participan en los procesos del Servicio Nacional de Compras Públicas (SERCOP). Se replicó la metodología propuesta por Antonio Cano y Gustavo Duque en el año 2000 para la obtención de factores de afectación del rendimiento de mano de obra. Resultados. Esta investigación se enfocó en el análisis de los factores de clima, equipamiento, supervisión, aspectos laborales y condiciones propias de trabajador.  Conclusión. Finalmente se identificaron cuáles de estas variables generan un impacto positivo al incrementar el rendimiento de la mano de obra.
La gestión contable como elemento determinante en el desarrollo sostenible de las Mipymes
Authors: Iza López Karina Johanna
Published: November 2021

Introducción, las Mipymes son el principal tejido empresarial en el mundo, estas organizaciones son producto de la existencia de una idea de negocio que parte de la necesidad de satisfacer algo y se materializa sin lugar a dudas con el trabajo de quien las crea como es el emprendedor. Las Mipymes de acuerdo a la legislación de cada país donde se ubican son organizaciones que se clasifican por algunos criterios, uno de los principales es el tamaño lo cual permite agruparlas en micro, pequeñas y medianas empresas, que, aunque representan un pilar básico en la economía de los países en los que ponen en práctica su misión empresarial tienen limitaciones una de ellas la falta de una gestión contable, que les facilite satisfacer la variedad de requerimientos de las personas sin afectar aquellas necesidades de las generaciones venideras. Objetivo. Determinar si la gestión contable es un elemento determinante en el desarrollo sostenible de las Mipymes. Metodología. El tipo, el enfoque y el alcance fue no experimental, cuali-cuantitativo, y descriptivo. La población tomada para el análisis fueron 969 Mipymes del cantón Guaranda, de este número se desprendió una muestra de 369 organizaciones. La información fue resultado de la aplicación de la encuesta y el cuestionario, este último fue validado en relación a la confiabilidad de las preguntas mediante la colaboración de 5 expertos de gran prestigio. Resultados. Los propietarios de las Mipymes no tienen nociones básicas sobre la contabilidad, pero son conscientes que la gestión contable es un elemento determinante para sacar a relucir capacidades empresariales esenciales para lograr un equilibrio entre los contextos económico, social y ambiental. Conclusión.  El escaso conocimiento contable ha conllevado a que los gestores no pongan de manifiesto elementos inherentes al desarrollo sostenible.