bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Rationality of Prescribing Diabetes Mellitus Drugs Using Beers Criteria for Geriatric Patients in Outpatient Installations dr. Iskak Hospital
Authors: Kuni Rofi'aty  , Hanie Kusuma Wardani
Published: May 2024

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is se group of metabolic disorders with symptom hyperglycemia Which happen caused because abnormality secretion insulin and insulin action or both . Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a global problem in which 20% of sufferers are geriatrics. Treatment of DM in geriatrics has the potential to occur irrationally due to the complexity of health problems in geriatrics. Irrational prescribing has a negative impact on health care facilities, patients, and society. One method of assessing rational prescribing is the Beers criteria, developed by the American Geriatrics Society Beers Criteria 2 019. The purpose of this study was to determine the rationality of prescribing DM drugs using the Beers criteria for geriatric patients at the outpatient installation at RSUD dr. Iskak Tulungagung. This research is a descriptive observational study with a cross sectional design. Retrospective data collection on 275 medical record documents of geriatric patients with a diagnosis of DM at the outpatient installation of RSUD dr. Iskak – Tulungagung in the 2021 period. Samples were analyzed using the American Geriatrics Society Beers Criteria 2019 guidelines . The results of the study DM drugs in the Sulfonylurea class were most widely used (13.1%) and 41,3 % identified potentially inappropriate medications (PIMs). The use of potentially inappropriate drugs is 7,32 %, the use of drugs that interact with disease is 3,8%, the drugs that must be used with caution, 6,4%, the drugs that have the potential to interact clinically 0,3%, and the use of drugs that must be avoided or reduced dose related to renal function 0,3%.
Sezai Karakoç İle İlgili Yapılan Tezler Üzerine Bir İnceleme
Authors: Bayar Mustafa
Published: May 2024

Sezai Karakoç kişiliği, fikirleri ve mücadelesiyle günümüze ışık tutan önemli şair ve düşünürlerden biridir. Bu araştırmanın amacı Sezai Karakoç’la ilgili yapılan lisansüstü tezleri belirlemek ve bu tezlerin bazı değişkenler açısından nasıl bir dağılım gösterdiğini incelemektir. Bu araştırmada öncelikli olarak tezler hakkında istatistiksel verilerden yararlanarak kısa değerlendirmelerde bulunulmuştur. Ardından ise ilgili tezlerin künyeleri “Yüksek Lisans Tezleri” ve “Doktora Tezleri” başlıkları altında tasnif edilerek yazar soyadına göre alfabetik olarak sıralanmıştır. Araştırmada doküman inceleme yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Yaptığımız veri taraması sonucunda Sezai Karakoç ile ilgili 87 adet lisansüstü tez çalışması tespit edilmiştir. Bu çalışmaların 2’si (% 2) İngilizce, 85’i (% 98) Türkçe hazırlanmıştır. İlk lisansüstü çalışma bir doktora tezi olup 1994 yılında yapılmıştır. Yüksek lisans düzeyinde ilk çalışma ise 1995 yılına aittir. 1994-2010 yılları arasında 18, 2011-2023 yılları arasında ise 69 tez çalışması yapılmıştır. Son 13 yılda hazırlanan tezlerin sayısı, toplam tezlerin % 79’unu oluşturmaktadır. Son yıllarda Sezai Karakoç’un düşüncelerine yönelik akademik ilginin doktora düzeyinde de arttığı görülmektedir.
Longitudinal relationships across sleep, physical activity, and mental wellbeing in early-to-mid-adolescence: A developmental cascades investigation
Authors: Marquez Jose , Farzinnia Reihaneh , Cheng Qiqi , Humphrey Neil
Published: May 2024

Purpose: Sleep (SL), physical activity (PA), and wellbeing (WB) are three factors linked to positive development in adolescence. Despite theoretical support and some empirical evidence of developmental associations between these factors, few studies have rigorously investigated reciprocal associations over time separating between-person and within-person effects, and none have investigated all three in concert. Thus, it remains unclear how the interplay between sleep, physical activity and wellbeing unfolds across time within individuals. This study examines this question in the crucial early-to-mid-adolescence developmental transition.Method: Separating within- and between-person effects, a random-intercept cross-lagged panel model will be fitted to a dataset of N= [to be completed in Stage 2 submission] adolescents (age 12/13 at first timepoint) from Greater Manchester, England, using a three-by-three design (three annual timepoints: T1, T2, T3; three variables: SL, PA, WB).Results: [to be completed in Stage 2 submission].Conclusion: [to be completed in Stage 2 submission].
CATEGORIZING AND DEFINING THE DOMINANCE AND SUPPRESSION INTO POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE CONSCIOUS, SUBCONSCIOUS AND UNCONSCIOUS MIND STATES
Authors: JARALI SHRUTHI SUKHADEV
Published: May 2024

The article investigates biological interactions and social structures within psychological frameworks in different manifestations of dominance and suppression classifying into conscious, subconscious, and unconscious mind states by looking at empirical research and theoretical models. It then details their mechanisms and impacts on individual and group behaviour by looking into intentional, semi-intentional, and non-intentional mechanisms, respectively. This analysis explores the role that dominance and suppression play in forming social and biological hierarchies as well as individual psychologies, in addition to outlining the traits and outcomes of each type. The results are intended to advance knowledge of power relations in various contexts and offer new perspectives on the advantages and disadvantages of dominance and suppression.
Attitude-Based Self-Regulation: An Experience Sampling Study on the Role of Attitudes in the Experience and Resolution of Self-Control Conflicts in the Context of Vegetarians
Authors: Buttlar Benjamin , Pauer Shiva , Scherrer Vsevolod , Hofmann Wilhelm
Published: May 2024

The regulation of self-control conflicts is integral to exerting self-control and pursuing (long-term) goals. Nonetheless, prevailing conceptualizations of self-control conflict remain vague, and the mechanisms and boundary conditions through which self-control conflict emerges are rarely empirically tested. In the present research, we thus propose that self-control conflicts originate in accessible ambivalent attitudes. To examine our attitudinal perspective on self-control and self-regulation, we investigated how (ambivalent) attitudes influence self-control conflicts and how resolving these attitudinal origins may enhance self-control and avert future conflicts. We ran a 21-day diary study assessing daily inhibition conflicts about eating meat among conflicted vegetarians (N = 156, k = 2,346). Our findings suggest that holding (positive) attitudes that conflict with pre-dominant (negative) attitudes predicted heightened conflict frequency in people’s daily lives; and the situational accessibility of both positive and negative attitudes is associated with conflict magnitude. Moreover, to cope with these conflicts, people often engaged in attitude-based self-regulation involving the affirmation of negative and the disaffirmation of positive attitudes towards eating meat, thereby successfully exerting self-control. Contrary to our prediction, however, we did not find evidence for the effectiveness of attitude-based self-regulatory strategies for mitigating subsequent conflict. In fact, various self-regulatory strategies, including the disaffirmation of positive attitudes, self-distraction, and thought suppression, even escalated subsequent conflict. These findings suggest that our attitudinal perspective on self-control and self-regulation provides a parsimonious and testable conceptualization of self-control conflicts.
Fine-grained knowledge about manipulable objects is well-predicted by CLIP
Authors: Walbrin Jon , Sossounov Nikita , Mahdiani Morteza , Vaz Igor , Almeida Jorge
Published: May 2024

Object recognition is an important human ability that relies on distinguishing between similar objects, for example, deciding which kitchen utensil(s) to use at different stages of meal preparation. Recent work describes the fine-grained organization of knowledge about manipulable objects via the study of the constituent dimensions that are most relevant to human behavior, for example, vision, manipulation, and function-based object properties. A logical extension of this work concerns whether or not these dimensions are uniquely human, or can be approximated by deep learning. Here, we show that behavioral dimensions are well-predicted by a state-of-the-art multimodal network trained on a large and diverse set of image-text pairs - CLIP-ViT - and for the most part, can also generate good predictions of human behavior for previously unseen objects. Moreover, this model vastly outperforms comparison networks pre-trained with smaller, image-only training datasets. These results demonstrate the impressive capacity of CLIP-ViT to approximate fine-grained human object knowledge. We discuss the possible sources of this benefit relative to other tested models (e.g. multimodal image-text pre-training vs. image only pre-training, dataset size, architecture).
“Pembelajaran Kreatif dan Dinamis: Strategi Inovatif untuk Meningkatkan Kualitas Pendidikan"
Authors: Taslim Anggie Fitriani
Published: May 2024

Peran guru sebagai inovator dalam konteks pendidikan adalah sebagai kunci untukmenciptakan lingkungan belajar yang dinamis dan responsif terhadap tiap perubahan zaman.Dalam era yang terus berkembang sangat cepat, di mana teknologi dan informasi kinimenjadi sangat berperan, guru harus mampu beradaptasi dengan perubahan tersebut danmenjadi ahli perubahan yang memimpin transformasi dalam cara pembelajaran yangdilakukan. Inovasi dalam dunia pendidikan adalah kunci untuk meningkatkan kualitaspembelajaran dan hasil siswa. Namun, untuk menjadi inovator yang efektif, guru harusmemiliki pemahaman yang cukup mendalam tentang konsep inovasi, serta kemampuanuntuk mengidentifikasi masalah, merancang solusi kreatif, dan menerapkan perubahandengan baik. Abstrak ini menguraikan beberapa aspek penting dari peran guru sebagaiseorang inovator, termasuk kemampuan untuk mengadopsi teknologi pendidikan denganbijak, mengembangkan metode pembelajaran yang lebih relevan dan efektif, sertaberkolaborasi dengan rekan seprofesi untuk berbagi praktik terbaik dan pengalamanpembelajaran. Dengan memahami dan menerapkan peran mereka sebagai inovator, gurudapat membawa perubahan positif dalam pendidikan dan membantu siswa mempersiapkandiri untuk menjadi pemimpin masa depan yang kompeten dan berdaya saing.
An Einstein-Maxwell interior solution obeying Karmarkar condition
Authors: Estevez-Delgado Gabino , Estevez Delgado Joaquin , Cleary-Balderas Arthur , Pineda Duran Modesto
Published: May 2024

For the Einstein-Maxwell equation system, with perfect fluid in a static and spherically symmetrical spacetime, we report an analytical internal solution which is obtained by imposing the Karmarkar condition, the behaviour of the solution is such that the density and pressures are monotonically decreasing functions while the electric field function is a monotonically increasing function that is adequate to represent compact objects. In particular we have these characteristics for the observational values of mass (1.29 ± 0.05) M⊙ and radius (8.831 ± 0.09) km of the star SMC X-4. We will analyze the two extremes the one of minimum compactness umin = 0.20523 (M = 1.24 M⊙, R = 8.921 km) and the one of maximum compactness umax = 0.22635 (M = 1.34 M⊙, R = 8.741 km), resulting that the electric charge Qumin ∈ [1.5279, 1.8498]1020C and Qumax ∈ [1.6899, 1.9986]1020C respectively, implying that the case with higher compactness has a higher electric charge. Also in a graphic manner, it is shown that the causality condition is satisfied and that the solution is stable against infinitesimal radial adiabatic perturbation and also in regards to the Harrison-Novikov-Zeldovich criteria
The possibilities of the digital environment for the formation of competencies of younger
students
Authors: Selezneva Anastasiia Evgenevna
Published: May 2024

Abstract: the article examines the possibilities of using the components of the digital educational environment in teaching for younger students to form "universal
competencies" in extracurricular activities. The deficits in the level of readiness to use digital educational resources in education among students in grades 3-4 are considered. A modular online course on the Stepik platform has been implemented in extracurricular activities for primary school children, allowing them to form universal competencies and a new literacy in the field of traffic rules, in the organization of detachments of young traffic inspectors.
Crafting Good Indicators
Authors: Kopper Moisés , Duarte Ulisses Corrêa
Published: May 2024

Big data analytics have radically transformed data collection protocols in population censuses. Yet despite the unprecedented degree of automation these technologies afford, much of the critical work that goes into making data ‘actionable’ still hinges on the ethical labour of data operators in these novel human–machine settings. By following training activities and conducting interviews with technologists who worked on Brazil's 2022 population census, this article traces the workings of a fraud-detecting system designed to reduce costs and improve data quality and collection. Our ethnography identifies two competing modes of truth-making, which we term ‘probabilistic’ and ‘performative’, whereby numbers and census-takers ‘tame’ each other. Tracking human–machine data entanglements on the fringes of calculation centres helps unpack how futurities are affectively negotiated and woven into the political fabric of these political technologies.
Avoidable Deaths in the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Rio Camargo Alexandre de Paiva , Motta Eugênia
Published: May 2024

Since March 2020, a huge quantity of data, rankings, charts and tables has been informing the ways we speak and act in the pandemic. This article focusses on the centrality of numbers in a major national controversy: the quantification of avoidable deaths by COVID-19. Launched by scientists who first addressed the omissions of Donald Trump and Jair Bolsonaro in the management of the pandemic, estimations of avoidable deaths rapidly transitioned into the political arena with the installation of a parliamentary enquiry committee on the coronavirus crisis. The article examines the emergence and development of these estimates, as well as the role they have played and continue to play in constructing the pandemic as passed as they vie for a place in the memory of the COVID-19 crisis in the present.
A Study of Linguistic Features of Interjections in Pashto and English
Authors: Faryal Syeda , Imran Sumbal , Rauf Sumaira
Published: May 2024

The study is intended to investigate the morphological and pragmatic aspects of interjections in Pashto and English languages. It is also concerned with the finding of likenesses and contrasts between Pashto and English interjections. In order to reach these objectives, a qualitative method of purposive observation and comparative analysis is carried out. Evaluation shows that Pashto and English languages do share some morphological traits with respect to interjections in spite of the fact that both have distinct morphological patterns. The pragmatic uses of interjections are also looked at in this study by examining the ways in which they are used in both languages for indicating emotions, mindsets, conversational management, courteousness and other pragmatic goals. The use of observation and contrastive analysis helps by offering useful insights into the linguistic characteristics of interjections in Pashto and English languages. Our comprehension of interjections and their functions in language is advanced by this research.
Subjugation of the Female Body: A Phallocentric Study in the Short Story The Rock by Ismat Chughtai
Authors: Anjum Ahad , Zain ul Abedin Muhammad , Atta Saba
Published: May 2024

This study looks at Helene Cixous's feminist interpretation of Ismat Chugtai's short story, The Rock. The feminist method aims to highlight the limited choices and autonomy given to women while exploring the gender roles, societal expectations, and patriarchal conventions prominent in the story. Use a qualitative approach to thoroughly understand the lived experiences of people in the phallocentric domain. Examine Helen Cixous's explanation of the individualized interpretations, sentiments, and meanings connected to gender roles, sexuality, and power dynamics. The phallocentric domains of Cixous explore how contemporary women contribute to a life that is diminished and the oppression they experience, illuminating the greater problems that stifle and constrain women. Using Helen Cixous's phallocentric framework to analyze the text, the research findings expose the severe entrenchment of patriarchal power systems that uphold the objectification and enslavement of the female body, underscoring the pressing need for feminist resistance and liberation.
Critical Thinking Skills Development: An Analysis of Mathematics Curriculum 2006 (Grade-wise)
Authors: Jamil Muhammad , Muhammad Noor , Aslam Muhammad
Published: May 2024

The current qualitative study was conducted to analyze the mathematics curriculum across grade levels for students’ critical thinking skills development. Qualitative content analysis was used to analyze the document with the facilitation of NVivo software. As per the analysis, Grades I-III cover core math concepts at an introductory level using real-life examples presented concretely. Then grades IV-VIII revisit these same ideas with more depth and add logical reasoning. Finally (IX-X) and higher secondary (XI-XII) levels aim to build a rigorous conceptual understanding of complex mathematical topics like calculus, vectors, and complex numbers as well as non-routine problem-solving capacity utilizing proof techniques and technology tools like MAPLE software. The research results show that the curriculum is indeed effective for 21st-century skills development such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and technological literacy. Students who complete this systematic program will be prepared for advanced studies or careers that require mathematical proficiency.
Variation in the Grammatical Feature of 'Voice' across the Spoken and Written Academic Registers of BS English Students of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province of Pakistan
Authors: Malik Fazal , Afsar Ayaz
Published: May 2024

The research paper investigates variation in the prevalence and distribution of ‘voice’ in the spoken (presentations/interviews) and written (essays/midterm exam scripts) academic registers of BS English students of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province and the relation of this variation to the situational circumstances of the concerned registers. The learner corpus was constructed. The data was collected from BS English students of the twelve public sector universities of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. All the texts were transcribed, coded, and then analysed through the computer software AntConc (3.5.8). The present study is unique in the sense that it has conducted a comparative analysis of the various spoken and written sub-registers of English in the academic non-native environment. This study has great implications for researchers in the field of register analysis, material design, and language teaching.
Exploring Humanity Versus Nature in the Writings of Robert Frost and Ghani Khan: An Ecocritical Analysis
Authors: Khan Raees
Published: May 2024

The current study examines human beings versus nature in Robert Frost's and Ghani Khan's writings. Frost's contribution to nature is from English literature, whereas, Ghani Khan's anthology is an exceptional appreciation of nature from Pashto literature. Both of the literary figures illustrate nature and human's treatment of nature. Ecocriticism is used as a lens to analyze the writings of Robert Frost and Ghani Khan. Ghani Khan is labelled as a mad philosopher due to his unconventional writing style, perception of nature, and exotic expression of love. The enchanting beauty of nature and its mysterious hazards are different sides of a single coin in Frost's writings. Nature has prime importance in both of the glaring literary figures from America and Pakistan.
Coke Studio: Adaptation of Folk Songs for Bridging Cultural and Generation Gap
Authors: Saddiqa Ayesha , Chauhan Fatima Sajid , Asif Adeen
Published: May 2024

Coke Studio (CS, Pakistan) showcases a fusion of various musical genres, from traditional classical, folk, Sufi, ghazal, and qawwali to contemporary hip-hop, rock, and pop. This study explores the adaptation of folk songs within CS through Cardwell's 'meta-text' theory (2002), contending that the essence of the original text is retained in subsequent adaptations. Additionally, it examines the rhizome-like nature of these adaptations. Employing multimodality, the study analyzes folk songs from Coke Studio Season 10, utilizing auditory, visual, and spatial elements to create a cohesive artifact with broad semiotic appeal in today's globalized world. CS's immense popularity underscores its ability to balance aesthetic concerns with technological advancements. Furthermore, the study positions CS as a platform for rediscovering, reforming, and sustaining cultural heritage, catering to the new generation. By blending traditional folk with rock elements and appealing to audiences of all ages, CS bridges the gap between generations, fostering a 'third space' music as proposed by Bhabha (1994). This music is now intertwined with contemporary youth culture, contributing to the emergence of a new national identity. Thus, the adaptations of folk songs in Coke Studio serve as a contemporary reinterpretation of history and cultural heritage, connecting youth with their past while grounding them in the present.
Interbody cages versus structural bone grafts in lumbar arthrodesis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Johnson Sarah E. , Michalopoulos Giorgos D. , Flanigan Patrick M. , Katsos Konstantinos , Ibrahim Sufyan , Freedman Brett A. , Bydon Mohamad
Published: May 2024

OBJECTIVE

The role of interbodies in lumbar arthrodesis has been insufficiently supported by evidence, impacting clinical decision-making and occasionally insurance coverage. This study aimed to compare clinical and radiological outcomes between lumbar arthrodesis with a synthetic interbody spacer (cage) versus structural bone graft alone (autograft or allograft) in patients with degenerative spine disease.

METHODS

A systematic review of the literature was performed to identify studies directly comparing outcomes of lumbar interbody arthrodesis with and without interbody cage use. The outcomes of individual studies were synthesized in meta-analyses using random-effects models.

RESULTS

Twenty studies with 1508 patients (769 with an interbody cage and 739 without an interbody cage) were included. Interbody cage placement was associated with a significantly greater increase in disc height after surgery (4.0 mm vs 3.4 mm, p < 0.01). There was a significantly greater reduction of back pain (visual analog scale [VAS] score) in cases in which an interbody cage was used (5.4 vs 4.7, p = 0.03). Fusion rates were 5.5% higher in the cage group (96.3% vs 90.8%) and reached statistical significance (p = 0.03). No statistically significant differences were identified between the two groups regarding all-cause reoperation rates, complication rates, or improvement in Oswestry Disability Index score or leg pain (VAS score).

CONCLUSIONS

These results suggest that implantation of an interbody cage is associated with higher rates of fusion, more effective maintenance of disc height, and greater improvement of back pain. This study underlines the clinical value of interbody cages in lumbar arthrodesis for patients with degenerative spine disease.
Pengaruh Disiplin Kerja Dan Tipe Kepribadian Terhadap Kualitas Pelayanan Publik Dinas Kependudukan Dan Catatan Sipil Kota Palembang
Authors: Setyadi Ahmad , Puspita Santi , Salmah Ninin Non Ayu , Najib Muhammad
Published: May 2024

ABSTRAK
 
Tujuan dari penelitian ini untuk mengetahui pengaruh disiplin kerja terhadap kualitas pelayanan publik, untuk mengetahui tipe kepribadian terhadap kualitas pelayanan publik, dan untuk mengetahui disiplin kerja dan tipe kepribadian secara bersama- sama terhadap kualitas pelayanan publik Dinas Kependudukan dan Catatan Sipil Kota Palembang. Metode penelitian ini adalah jenis data kuantitatif asosiatif yang diperoleh melalui kuesioner yang dibagikan kepada pegawai Dinas Kependudukan dan Catatan sipil Kota Palembang sebagai instrumen penelitian. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan dalam peneliitian ini yaitu melakukan uji normalitas, uji multikolinieritas, serta uji heteroskedastisitas. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa disiplin kerja dan tipe kepribadian berpengaruh secara parsial terhadap kualitas pelayanan publik, selain itu disiplin kerja dan tipe kepribadian juga berpengaruh secara Bersama-sama terhdap kualitas pelayanan publik Dinas Kependudukan dan Catatan Sipil Kota Palembang.
 
Kata Kunci: Disiplin Kerja, Tipe Kepribadian, Kualitas Pelayanan Publik.
 
ABSTRACT
 
The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of work discipline on the quality of public services, to determine personality types on the quality of public services, and to determine work discipline and personality types together on the quality of public services for the Population and Civil Registry Office of Palembang City. This research method is a type of associative quantitative data obtained through questionnaires distributed to employees of the Palembang City Population and Civil Registry Service as a research instrument. The data analysis technique used in this research is the normality test, multicollinearity test, and heteroscedasticity test. The results of this study partially work discipline variables have a significant effect on the quality of public services of the Palembang City Population and Civil Registry Office, partially the personality type variable has a significant effect on the quality of public services on the Palembang City Population and Civil Registry Service, simultaneously the work discipline variables and personality types have an effect significantly to the quality of public services of the Palembang City Population and Civil Registry Service.
 
Keywords : Work Discipline, Personality Type, Quality of Public Service.
Pengaruh Kompetensi dan Training Terhadap Kinerja Karyawan di Hotel BATIQA Palembang
Authors: Prayogi Dimas , Hendri Edduar , Damayanti Reina , Ilhamsyah Ilhamsyah
Published: May 2024

ABSTRAK
 
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh kompetensi dan pelatihan terhadap kinerja karyawan di BATIQA Hotel Palembang. Sebanyak 73 karyawan hotel menjadi responden dalam penelitian ini. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kompetensi dan pelatihan memiliki pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan. Kompetensi, yang diukur berdasarkan pengetahuan, keterampilan, dan pengalaman karyawan, terbukti menjadi faktor penentu utama dalam kinerja. Semakin kompeten karyawan, semakin baik pula kinerja mereka. Pelatihan, di sisi lain, membantu meningkatkan kompetensi karyawan dengan memberikan pengetahuan dan keterampilan baru. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pelatihan yang efektif dapat meningkatkan kinerja karyawan, meskipun pengaruhnya tidak sebesar kompetensi. Penelitian ini juga menunjukkan bahwa kombinasi kompetensi dan pelatihan memiliki pengaruh yang lebih besar terhadap kinerja karyawan dibandingkan dengan masing-masing faktor secara individual. Hal ini menunjukkan bahwa hotel perlu berinvestasi dalam pengembangan kompetensi dan pelatihan karyawan untuk mencapai kinerja yang optimal.Kesimpulannya, penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa kompetensi dan pelatihan adalah dua faktor penting yang dapat meningkatkan kinerja karyawan di BATIQA Hotel Palembang. Hotel perlu terus mengembangkan program pelatihan dan meningkatkan kompetensi karyawan untuk mencapai kinerja yang optimal.
 
Kata Kunci: Kompetensi, Training, dan Kinerja Karyawan.
 
ABSTRACT
 
This study aims to determine the effect of competence and training on employee performance at BATIQA Hotel Palembang. A total of 73 hotel employees were respondents in this study. The results The results showed that competence and training have a significant influence on employee performance. Competency, which is measured based on knowledge, skills and experience, proved to be the main determinant of performance. in performance. The more competent employees are, the better their performance. Training, on the other hand, helps to improve by providing new knowledge and skills. Research results show that effective training can improve employee performance, although the effect is not as great as competence. This research also shows that the combination of competence and training has a greater influence on employee performance than each factor alone. on employee performance than each factor individually. individually. This suggests that hotels need to invest in competency development and employee training to achieve optimal performance. In conclusion, this study shows that competency and training are two important factors that can improve the performance of competence and training are two important factors that can improve employee performance at BATIQA Hotel Palembang. BATIQA Hotel Palembang. The hotel needs to continue to develop training programs and improve competencies of employees to achieve optimal performance
 
Keywords : Competency, Training And Employee Performance.
A Modified Perturb and Observe Algorithm in Photovoltaic Maximum Power Point Tracking System
Authors: Xie Wei
Published: May 2024

Abstract: The power output of the photovoltaic (PV) array is nonlinear, and maximum power point tracking (MPPT) is required to boost the efficiency of solar energy generation. The traditional perturb and observe algorithm is frequently used, but it is difficult to comprehensively consider the tracking accuracy and response speed at the same time. Misjudgment occurs when the solar insolation changes drastically. In view of these shortcomings, this paper presents a variable step size threshold search algorithm. The modified algorithm can quickly track the maximum power point and restrain fluctuations near the maximum power point. Matlab is utilized to simulate and prove the effectiveness of this modified algorithm.
The Functionalization of Cotton Fabric Using Urtica dioica Microcapsules to Develop UV Protective Textiles
Authors:   Textile Design, School of Design, Mody University of Science and Technology, Rajasthan, India, Pargai Deepti , Jahan Shahnaz ,   Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture & Technology, Uttarakhand, India
Published: May 2024

The World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) have highlighted the increased risk of skin cancer due to exposure to UV radiation. This emphasizes the importance of safeguarding the skin. Although sunscreens are commonly used for protection their high cost, the need for frequent reapplication, and pollution in coastal areas necessitate alternative solutions. Clothing also offers protection but requires additional application of dyes and finishes for prolonged effectiveness. The application of synthetic or natural dyes can enhance the UV protection properties of the fabric but Synthetic dyes contribute to pollution, while natural dyes lack durability. Addressing these challenges, this study focuses on providing a durable and sustainable solution for enhancing the UV protective properties of cotton fabric using Urtica dioica microcapsules based on RSM design. Urtica dioica plant extract serves as the core material for the microcapsules. Design Expert software 10 has been used for the study. It was observed through software that at 4.116% concentration of microcapsules, 3% concentration of binder and a curing temperature of 113.258 °C an optimum UPF with sufficient fabric properties can be achieved. On conducting the experiments on these optimum conditions UPF, tensile strength and bending length value were found to be 277.60, 14.89 N/cm2 and 2.00 cm respectively. Results indicate that cotton fabric demonstrates excellent UV protection properties even after the 20th wash cycle. This research contributes to the ongoing quest for fabric with UV protection, emphasizing both efficacy and sustainability compared to current synthetic alternatives available in the market.
Abdominal Circumference as A Predictor of Type II Diabetes Mellitus in Young Women
Authors: Astuti Siti Choirul Dwi , Apryanti Yohana Putri
Published: May 2024

Obesity is becoming one of the main factors in the increase in non-communicable diseases globally. In Indonesia, the prevalence of central obesity at 15 years and over continues to increase. The increase in visceral fat is related to abnormal metabolisms, such as a decrease in glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity, causing an increase in blood sugar levels, a risk factor for diabetes. To predict the incidence of type 2 diabetes mellitus, the abdominal circumference is a better predictor than BMI against type 2 diabetes mellitus. This study aims to determine the relationship between abdominal circumference to blood sugar levels in young women. This research is an observational analytical study using the cross-section method. Sampling in this study used a consecutive sample, which was taken based on inclusion and exclusion criteria in the population. The overall subjects of the study amounted to 70 respondents. The results showed a meaningful relationship between the abdominal circumference and fasting blood sugar levels (p = 0.000) with a moderate correlation (r = 0.440) and a significant relationship between abdominal circumference to blood sugar levels 2 hours after glucose loading (p = 0.030) with a weak correlation (r = 0.259). This study concluded that there is a relationship between abdominal circumference and blood sugar levels using an oral glucose tolerance test in young women. As a recommendation, young women should maintain their lifestyle and keep their abdominal circumference not exceeding 80 centimeters to prevent diabetes.
The Relationship between the Knowledge of Third Trimester Pregnant Women and the Implementation of Early Breastfeeding Initiation
Authors: Nurlaily Z Sri , Pulukadang Astin , Rasyid Puspita Sukmawaty , Saleh Ummi Kaltsum S. , Ida Andi Syintha , Hikmandayani Hikmandayani
Published: May 2024

Early Initiation of Breastfeeding has an important role in the success of exclusive breastfeeding. Early Initiation of Breastfeeding is also one solution to reduce the risk of bleeding among postpartum women. An increase in knowledge and understanding of pregnant women about Early Initiation of Breastfeeding may support the successful implementation of Early Initiation of Breastfeeding. This study aims to determine the effect of knowledge of pregnant women in the third trimester on the implementation of Early Initiation of Breastfeeding. This was an analytical observational study with a cross-sectional design. The study was conducted in June-July 2019. The samples consisted of 30 respondents selected by purposive sampling based on certain inclusion criteria. Data were analyzed using the chi-square test to determine the effect of knowledge of pregnant women in the third trimester on the implementation of early initiation of breastfeeding. The results showed that the majority of respondents had good knowledge and performed early initiation of breastfeeding as many as 27 people (90%). Furthermore, 3 people (10%) had poor knowledge and did not perform early initiation of breastfeeding. It was obtained a p-value of 0.000 <0.05. Such findings revealed that knowledge of pregnant women was one of the factors that can support the successful implementation of Early Initiation of Breastfeeding. It is expected that healthcare workers and related parties can increase the provision of information about the importance of early initiation of breastfeeding, so as to increase knowledge as well as creating better implementation of early initiation of breastfeeding.
Preparedness of Emergency Room Nurses After Emerging Infectious Diseases Screening
Authors: Laksmi Ida Ayu Agung , Susila I Made Dwie Pradnya , Suprapta Made Ani
Published: May 2024

Emerging infectious diseases (EID) is one of the leading causes of death worldwide since it initially attacks a population or has existed before but is increasing very rapidly in terms of the number of new cases in a population. Early detection of EID patients refers to early screening. Screening of patients with suspected EID such as Covid-19 or other airborne infectious diseases must be performed at the first contact with suspected patients. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of EID screening instrument applied at the Emergency Room (ER). This was a quantitative pre-experimental study with a one-group pretest-posttest design. The sample size consisted of 34 nurses at the ER of Mangusada Hospital, Bali, who were selected using a total sampling technique. The intervention administered in this study was the implementation of EID screening instrument before the patients entered triage for 1 month on June 2022 at the ER of Mangusada Hospital. After ensuring the distribution and homogeneity of the data, a paired t-test was employed for parametric statistical data analysis. The result of the study showed a p-value of (0.004) or p <α (0.05). So, it can be concluded that there was an effect of the screening instrument applied at the ER of Mangusada Hospital on the preparedness of nurses in dealing with EID. Thus, the screening for patients with EID should be implemented in each emergency unit. The study finding can help improve nurse preparedness regarding the prevention of EID. In addition, future study is recommended to assess the competence of nurses regarding the prevention of EID.
Side Effect, Husband Support and Level of Knowledge on the Incidence of Contraceptive Acceptors Dropout
Authors: Boimau Adriana M.S , Boimau Serlyansie V. , Kambuno Norma Tiku
Published: May 2024

Family planning program is an effort made by the Indonesian government to decrease the birth rate and control the population. The succuss of family planning program in decreasing the birth rate is influenced by several factors, including the incidence of dropout (DO) regarding the use of contraceptive methods. The high contraceptive acceptors DO rate indicates a problem regarding the use of contraceptive methods. DO cases in Kupang Regency, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) Province, increased from 1.1% in 2018 to 9.1% in 2021. Therefore, it is necessary to study the factors that cause the increase in the incidence of Contraceptive Acceptors DO. This study aims to determine the factors related to the incidence of Contraceptive Acceptors DO in East Penfui Village, the work area of Tarus Community Health Center, Kupang Regency. This was an analytical survey study with cross-sectional approach. The population involved was family planning acceptors in the village from March to October 2020, as many as 163 acceptors. The samples of 69 acceptors were selected using simple random sampling technique. Data were collected through interviews and documentation. Data were analyzed using Chi-square test. The results revealed that there were three factors which influenced the incidence of contraceptive acceptors DO, namely maternal level of knowledge (p=0.006, husband support for his wife (p=0.003), and side effects regarding contraceptive methods (p=0.014). It can be concluded that a personal approach was needed. Counseling on the side effects of contraception and door to door education can be solutions to be performed by CHC officers as well as existing health cadres.
The Effectiveness of Na'o Beps Animation Video on Young Women's Knowledge and Skills in Early Detection of Breast Cancer by Breast Self-Examination (BSE)
Authors: Pombaile Veny Delvia , Sutinah Sutinah , Ahmad Mardiana , Sinrang Andi Wardihan , Nontji Werna , Stang Stang
Published: May 2024

Breast cancer ranks first in cancer-related deaths in women in the world, which are generally found at an advanced stage. Breast self-examination (BSE) that has been used since puberty can detect breast cancer symptoms earlier so that treatment can achieve a survival probability of 90% or more. Animated video is one of the developments in health education media that is in line with advances in digital technology. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of the Na'o Beps animated video on improving the skills of young women in performing breast self-examination (BSE). This research is a research & development model of 4D development (define, design, develop, disseminate) and the research design used a pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest-posttest design. The sample in this study was all grade VIII students at SMP Negeri 14 Gorontalo City, Gorontalo Province in 2022, a total of 36 students. The sampling technique used purposive sampling. Data analysis in this study was carried out by the Wilcoxon test. The results showed that there were significant differences in the knowledge (p=0.00) and skills (p=0.000) of female adolescents regarding breast self-examination (BSE) after the intervention with the Na'o Beps animation video. Conclusion Health education using animated video media is effective in increasing the knowledge and skills of young women about breast self-examination (BSE) so that it can be used as an alternative medium in providing health education.
The Implementation of Telepharmacy in Bangka Belitung Islands Province
Authors: Djuria Rachmawati Felani , Andrajati Retnosari , Syafhan Nadia Farhanah , Wispriyono Bambang
Published: May 2024

Telepharmacy is a telemedicine health service in the pharmaceutical sector that uses telecommunications to assist patients located far away during the Covid-19 pandemic. Furthermore, professional organizations are responsible for continuously providing information to pharmacists, ensuring they stay updated with the latest developments in the field. Mobile applications have emerged as the primary medium through which information can be accessed. Therefore, this research aimed to determine the implementation of telepharmacy in the Bangka Belitung Islands Province using observational research with a qualitative approach. The participants comprised a total of 11 individuals and the technique employed was purposive sampling. Subsequently, the collected data were subjected to analysis using the Miles and Huberman model. The results showed that the utilization of telepharmacy commenced within Bangka Belitung Islands Province and the community pharmacy service implemented the concept in the form of Drug Information Services, drug consultation or patient counseling, and prescription services through e-prescribing. Additionally, field observations highlighted the presence of services such as home delivery of medicines, patient education, and online non-cash payments. The implementation of telepharmacy within hospitals remains absent, despite the widespread adoption of digital services facilitated by the SIMRAS application. Pharmacists also ensured the administrative compliance of their colleagues through the utilization of the SIAP application. The preliminary stages of the implementation commenced in the Bangka Belitung Islands Province.
Single Nucleotide Variation in the Promoter Region of the APOA1 Gene as a Candidate Biomarker for Dyslipidemia
Authors: Rahajoe Toeti , Nugraheni Kartika , Pinda Ayu Widiyani  , Asihanto Balqis Aureola Putri , Kartika Aprilia Indra
Published: May 2024

Dyslipidemia is a lipid profile abnormality that can escalate the risk of cardiovascular disease. The rate of cardiovascular events in Indonesia is very high. One of the causes of dyslipidemia is due to polymorphisms in genes associated with lipid metabolism. The APOA-1 gene encodes the APOA-1 protein which functions to regulate HDL protein synthesis. The objective of this study is to determine APOA1 gene polymorphisms in patients with dyslipidemia. Samples of healthy controls and dyslipidemia patients were used in this investigation. The lipid profiles of the patients and normal controls are determined at the onset of the study. Following DNA extraction, the APOA-1 gene was amplified and sequenced using the serum sample. MEGA X and BLAST were used to analyze the sequencing results. The study's findings demonstrated that the APOA-1 gene length in samples of dyslipidemic patients and normal controls was 433 bp. While the normal control samples have the same sequence as the database, the dyslipidemic patient samples have an APOA-1 gene polymorphism in the promoter region. APOA-1 gene polymorphism results in disturbances in lipid profiles, particularly HDL which is at risk of developing dyslipidemia. The APOA-1 gene has the potential to be developed as a biomarker for diagnosing dyslipidemia involving a larger number of samples.
Evaluation of Circular Srategies and their Effectiveness in Fashion SMEs in Ghana
Authors: Amankwah Akosua Mawuse , Appiah Edward , Frimpong Charles , Aguinaldo Dos Santos
Published: May 2024

Circular economy strategies may appear practical for business but are complex in application. Country-specific situations, taking into consideration the cultural dimensions, aid the practicality of such strategies. As part of a longitudinal research, this study sought to identify and evaluate circular strategies that could be integrated into selected fashion SMEs in Ghana. An in-depth qualitative case study was adopted to engage nineteen owner-designers of SMEs through interviews and observations. The owner-designers must have formal businesses, have been running their retail stores during the last decade and operate within the two major cities in Ghana where population growth supports economic activities. Life extension strategies were adopted for the study. The indications were that the majority of owner-designers of fashion SMEs, although practicing some circular strategies unknowingly, were not motivated to formally integrate the practice into their businesses. Cost, time, labour and consumer attitudes and behaviour were factors considered to undermine the effectiveness of adopting and implementing circular strategies in these firms. Creation of awareness of circular strategies and models for their implementation are needed to enable practitioners to imbibe circular economy principles in fashion SMEs in Ghana.
Implementasi Pendidikan Matematika Realistik (PMR) untuk Meningkatkan Kemampuan Berpikir Kreatif Matematik dan Kemandirian Belajar Peserta Didik
Authors: Muhtadi Dedi , Sukirwan
Published: May 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menggambarkan pencapaian dan peningkatan kemampuan berpikir kreatif matematik (KBKM) dan kemandirian belajar peserta didik melalui implementasi Pendekatan Matematika Realistik (PMR). Populasi penelitian ini adalah peserta didik SMP Negeri di Kota Tasikmalaya. Sampel penelitian adalah peserta didik kelas VIII yang mewakili satu sekolah level tinggi dan satu sekolah level sedang. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuasi eksperimen dengan desain kelompok kontrol pretes-postes. Instrumen yang digunakan yaitu tes KBKM, skala kemandirian belajar peserta didik, dan lembar observasi. Analisis data menggunakan uji Kruskal Wallis. Dari hasil penelitian disimpulkan: 1) Pencapaian dan peningkatan KBKM kelompok PMR lebih baik dari kelompok PK; dan 2)  Pencapaian dan peningkatan kemandirian belajar kelompok PMR lebih baik dari kelompok PK.