bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Fractal Analysis of Seafloor Textures for Target Detection in Synthetic Aperture Sonar Imagery
Authors:   , Nabelek Thomas R.
Published: September 2024

Fractal analysis of an image is a mathematical approach to generate surface related features from an image or image tile that can be applied to image segmentation and to object recognition. In undersea target countermeasures, the targets of interest can appear as anomalies in a variety of contexts, visually different textures on the seafloor. In this thesis, we evaluate the use of fractal dimension as a primary feature and related characteristics as secondary features to be extracted from synthetic aperture sonar (SAS) imagery for the purpose of target detection. We develop three separate methods for computing fractal dimension and produce both primary "slope" and secondary "intercept" and "lacunarity" features as candidates for classification application. Tiles with targets are compared to others from the same background textures without targets. The different features produced are tested with respect to how well they can be used to detect targets vs. false alarms within the same contexts. These features are evaluated for utility using sets of image tiles extracted from a SAS data set generated by the U.S. Navy in conjunction with the Office of Naval Research. We find that almost all features produced have potential to perform well in real-world classification tasks, with the slope and intercept features from a fractional Brownian motion model performing the best among those from the three individual methods. We also find that the secondary intercept features are just as useful, if not more so, in classifying false alarms vs. targets when compared to the primary slope features. The secondary lacunarity features, however, dominate as the most useful features produced. We also do experiments to address the high amount of compute time required to produce the features and to discover how the features change with distance from the image sensor.
Analysis of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) as an Effort to Increase The Productivity Filling Line of Lithos Packaging Lubricant
Authors: Nasution Tania , Ramadhan M. , Revadi Chindy , Shalihin Ahmad , Nasution Fadylla
Published: September 2024

This research was conducted at a company engaged in the lubricants business. This study examines the filling station lithos packaging. The lithos packaging filling station consists of 6 filling lines (FL), namely FL-1, FL-2, FL-3, FL-4, FL-5, and FL-6. From each filling, the line will be observed and analyzed in the format of the automation machine program. Based on the observations and analysis, it was found that FL-4 has an availability rate, performance rate, and quality rate below standard, so it is necessary to identify the cause of the low Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) value of FL-4. This study analyzes the factors causing the low Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) score on FL-4 using Six Big Losses and Fishbone diagrams. From the research results, it was found that several factors caused the less productive FL-4, namely breakdown losses with a value of 48%, setup and adjustment losses with a value of 3%, idling and minor stoppages with a value of 7%, reduced speed losses with a value of 41%, and defect losses with a value of 1%. An analysis was carried out using a fishbone diagram to determine the root cause of the high value of breakdown losses, reduced speed losses followed by idle and minor stoppage losses, and setup and adjustment losses. Based on the fishbone diagram, it was found that the factors causing the FL-4's unproductivity in terms of machine factors, method factors, human factors, material factors, and environmental factors. The causes of unproductive FL-4 are damage to the machine, downtime, the operator's less responsiveness to machine problems, operator expertise, decreased work ethic, defective materials, late material stocks, and hot room temperatures. Based on this, the proposed improvements given are to schedule machine maintenance at a specified time (preventive maintenance), not by the factor of damage (breakdown maintenance), make data guide for product change for each machine and attach it to each machine in full so that This downtime can be reduced, placing technical operators who focus on each filling line at least one technical operator, to speed up downtime and not disrupt the production process, add fans to speed up air circulation to reduce heat in the area and change material suppliers to get better quality.
Noise Exposure Analysis and Hearing Conservation in the CPO Industry of North Sumatra: A Case Study on Noise Mapping Techniques
Authors: Revadi Chindy E , Rasyidi M. Sazli , Margaretta Cinthya , Zikri Khairullah
Published: September 2024

This research examines the risks of noise exposure in a palm oil production facility in North Sumatra, Indonesia. The facility processes fresh fruit bunches (FFB) into crude palm oil (CPO) and palm kernel. The production machinery operates continuously for long periods, such as 20 hours per day, to meet output targets. This requires a two-shift operation, potentially exposing workers to machine noise for about 10 hours per shift. The main sources of noise are the machinery and equipment. A noise mapping methodology has been used to visualize the distribution of noise levels, revealing that levels exceed the safe threshold (e.g., 85 dB). To address this, the study recommends enforcing the use of personal protective equipment and regulating working hours to minimize noise exposure. These measures are crucial for ensuring the safety and well-being of workers in industrial settings with high noise levels.
Parents Education is One of Affected Factor in Stunted Children Profile in Pekanbaru
Authors: Nabillah Nastiti Wardhana  , Zahtamal
Published: September 2024

Stunting is a developmental disorder in children caused by poor nutrition, recurrent infections, and inadequate psychosocial stimulation, marked by the child's height or length being below the threshold (Z-Score) of -2 standard deviations. The prevalence of stunting in Pekanbaru remained high, at 11.4%. To examine the family profiles with stunted children based on indicators of acceleration stunting reduction. This was descriptive research with quantitative data, and the sample size was 75. The variables studied included family profiles based on the stunting reduction acceleration indicators according to Presidential Regulation No. 72 of 2021. The family profile of those with stunted children included fathers with mostly secondary education (64%), mothers with secondary education (57.3%), 19 mothers experiencing short stature (CED), with only four mothers receiving additional food (Pemberian Makanan Tambahan/PMT), mothers who took iron supplements during pregnancy (80%), children with stunting who were exclusively breastfed (78.7%) and introduced to complementary feeding (80%), children with stunting taken to integrated health posts (Posyandu) for regular growth and development monitoring (76%), children with stunting receiving complete immunization (57.3%), families participating in family planning programs (60%), and children with stunting resulting from unwanted pregnancies (40%). The majority of parents with stunted children had a lower to middle education level, low income, did not participate in the national health insurance program (JKN), and did not receive either cash or food assistance.
The RESPOND Teacher Professional Profile and Portfolio for Global Competence
Authors: Capperucci Davide , Dodman Martin , Ruiz-Cecilia Raúl , Ramón Guijarro-Ojeda Juan
Published: September 2024

This paper presents the first product of the RESPOND European Erasmus+ project on the mutually sustaining relationship between teacher professional development and overall school development. The focus is on the RESPOND Teacher Professional Profile and Portfolio for Global Competence, developed as a tool for building a teacher professional profile and promoting a self-assessment process within a framework of sustainable teacher professional development in professional learning environments and communities. The paper presents an overview of the RESPOND project, illustrates each of the components of the profile and portfolio, and concludes with a reflection on the aims and the intended impact of the tool.
Can Choir singing support migrant inclusion? An encouraging survey
Authors: Ricci Andrea , Onesta Mosso Cristina , Venturini Alessandra
Published: September 2024

During the Covid-19 pandemic, Italy imposed lockdown measures, which also affected places of worship that had to suspend group religious celebrations. This study focuses on the dematerialization of the sacred space, achieved through the creation of the "digital mosque." The author interviewed imams and participated in online worship during the lockdown. The analysis of the data explored various facets, including the reactions of Muslim communities to the impact of the lockdown and government directives guidelines. The study then delved into the transition of certain communities from offline Islam to online Islam, culminating in the establishment of the "digital mosque." The lat-ter serves as both a virtual gathering place for the faithful and a tool for social control and the definition of authority in the interpretation of the online inter-pretation of the sacred. However, it should be noted that different Muslim communities reacted in various ways to the use of the internet.
The Effect of Publishing Sustainability Reports on Improving Corporate Governance and Financial Performance
Authors:   Korean Association Of Computers And Accounting, Bae Se-Young , Cha Jeong-Hwa
Published: September 2024

[Purpose] As corporate social responsibility gains importance, sustainability reports have become essential for demonstrating a company’s commitment to sustainable management across environmental, social, and economic dimensions.
[Purpose] This study examines the relationship between the publication of sustainability reports and corporate self－improvement, focusing on listed companies in South Korea from 2018 to 2022.
[Findings] The analysis reveals that sustainability reports positively influence corporate governance and have a limited yet favorable impact on financial performance, as measured by return on assets (ROA).
[Implications] These findings indicate that publishing sustainability reports can lead to voluntary enhancements in corporate governance, improving management efficiency and decision－making quality, which ultimately boosts profitability. Thus, issuing sustainability reports is proposed as a valuable strategy for future－oriented corporate development.
The Impact of the Financial Ratios on Financial Performance of Korean Service Industry in Accordance with Real Estate Dependence
Authors:   Korean Association Of Computers And Accounting, Liu Fang-Fang , Sul Hoon-Ku
Published: September 2024

[Purpose] This paper analyzes the impact of financial ratios on the financial performance of two different types of service industries, called Group 1 and Group 2. Group 1 consists of maritime transport, air transport, hotel and car rental industries, which depend on real estate as a major source of income, while Group 2 consists of travel agencies, trading companies and information service industries, which do not depend on real estate as a major source of income.
[Methodology] This study primarily analyzed 12 representative financial ratios, divided into four categories：profitability ratios, stability ratios, growth ratios, and activity ratios. Secondary data based on the Value Search from 2015 to 2019, was analyzed, and a multiple regression model was employed using SPSS 26.0.
[Findings] The analysis showed that for Group 1, focusing on increasing low asset turnover with a relatively low debt ratio is a good way to improve a company’s profitability；for Group 2, focusing on relatively high asset turnover with relatively high debt ratio can improve a company’s profitability.
[Implications] The financial performance of service industry was impacted by different types of financial ratios according to real estate dependence as major source of income.
Matrimonio y familia en el Anillo del Nibelungo, de Wagner: un análisis de Law and Literature
Authors: Roca Encarna
Published: September 2024

Utilizando la metodología del movimiento Law and Literature, en este trabajo se pretende estudiar una parte de la obra de Wagner, El anillo del Nibelungo y más concretamente las relaciones familiares entre diversos personajes. Se hacen frecuentes alusiones a las familias que aparecen en el poema escrito, algunas fundadas en el matrimonio (Fricka y Wotan; Sieglinde y Hunding), y otras no (Brünhilde y Sigfrido; Siegmund y Sieglinde). Se pone el acento sobre el papel del matrimonio en sociedades primitivas y en la sociedad clásica, así como en los sistemas de cuidado de la prole (Mime y Sigfrido). El argumento del matrimonio en esta obra no ha sido tratado en la importantísima bibliografía wagneriana, de la que se cita únicamente aquello que interesa en un trabajo de este tipo, por lo que puede decirse que se trata de un tema novedoso.
Se concluye que utilizando el método Law and Literature se ha podido una interpretación jurídica que compara las instituciones descritas por Wagner en las tres obras del Anillo, no en el prólogo y la ideología a que responde dicho tratamiento.
DERECHO Y LITERATURA EN JOAQUÍN COSTA Y EDUARDO DE HINOJOSA
Authors: López Nevot José Antonio
Published: September 2024

En el presente artículo nos proponemos examinar las relaciones entre Derecho y literatura a través de las obras de dos historiadores del Derecho coetáneos, que vivieron en la segunda mitad del siglo XIX y los primeros decenios del XX: el aragonés Joaquín Costa y Martínez (1846-1911) y el granadino Eduardo de Hinojosa y Naveros (1852-1919). Ambos fueron precursores en la tarea de investigar las normas e instituciones jurídicas en los textos literarios, y particularmente en la poesía épica, adoptando como objeto de estudio el Cantar de Mio Cid, el principal cantar de gesta castellano. Su interés por el diálogo entre Derecho y poesía derivó de la influencia de la Escuela Histórica del Derecho, y, en particular, de las aportaciones de Jakob Grimm.
أثر تدريبات SAQ في تطوير بعض القابليات التوافقية لحركات القدمين الهجومية للاعبي كرة السلة الشباب
Authors: Lec. Dr. Ahmed Ishahab Abdel Hussein
Published: September 2024

مشكلة البحث تمحورت في ضعف حركات القدمين الهجومية للاعبي كرة السلة الشباب رغم اهميتها وارتباطها المباشر بالمهارات الهجومية ، بسبب عدم اعطاء الوقت الكافي في التدريب والتركيز في تطويرها خلال الوحدات التدريبة باستخدام الاساليب التدريبة الحديثة من قبل اغلب المدربين ان رفع المستوى التدريبي لأي لاعب لا يمكن النهوض به سواء أكان بدنيا او مهاريا اوخططيا دون تطوير المهارات الخاصة بحركات القدمين الهجومية ومن هذه الأهمية الكبيرة لحركات القدمين في الأداء الهجومي وانسيابية الحرك للاعب من خلال تغير السرعة والتجاه بقدرات توافقية ارتأى الباحث البحث في هذه الدراسة من خلال تطبيق اساليب تدريبية  حديثه متمثلة بـ(تدريبات S.A.Q) من اجل توفير دراسة علمية دقيقة لتطوير هذه القابليات لأن تطويرها سيسهم في الوصول إلى رفع المستوى المهاري من خلال انسيابية الأداء في تنفيذ المهارات الفنية أثناء اللعب.  ويهدف البحث الى اعداد تدريبات S.A.Q لتطوير بعض القابليات التوافقية لحركات القدمين الهجومية للاعبي كرة السلة الشباب والتعرف على إثر تدريبات S.A.Q لتطوير بعض القابليات التوافقية لحركات القدمين الهجومية للاعبي كرة السلة الشباب.
تقييم مستوى الضغط النفسي والشعور بالوحدة بأثر تمرينات مقترحة لتخفيضهما وتطوير أداء مهارتي الارسال والاعداد بالكرة الطائرة لدى يتيمات دور الدولة
Authors: Asst. Prof. Dr. Naeema Zidane Khalaf
Published: September 2024

تكمن أهمية البحث في استخدام تمرينات للتخفيف من الضغط النفسي والشعور بالوحدة النفسية لأنها تمثل خبرة غير سارة، تدل على عدم وجود التوافق والتي يصحبها العديد من حالات صعوبة الاندماج الاجتماعي لدى أيتام دور الدولة وكذلك تطوير اداء مهارتي الارسال والاعداد بالكرة الطائرة، وهدف البحث التعرف على مستوى الضغط النفسي والشعور بالوحدة النفسية لدى ايتام دور الدولة ومعرفة دور التمرينات المقترحة في تخفيف الضغط النفسي والشعور بالوحدة النفسية لديهم ومعرفة دور التمرينات المقترحة في تعلم مهارتي الارسال والاعداد بالكرة الطائرة لعينة البحث، توصلت الباحثة إلى الاستنتاجات الى ان للتمرينات المعدة من قبل الباحثة الأثر الايجابي في تخفيف الضغط النفسي وتقليل الشعور بالوحدة  لدى عينة البحث، وللتمرينات المعدة من قبل الباحثة الأثر الفعال في تطوير مهارتي الإرسال والاعداد بالكرة الطائرة لدى عينة البحث، وتوصي الباحثة بتخصيص درس رياضي ترفيهي داخل دور الأيتام تمارس به الألعاب الرياضية لخفض الضغط النفسي لديهم وإبعادهم عن الشعور بالوحدة وضرورة اهتمام إدارات دور الأيتام والمرشدين التربويين فيها بالأيتام لإشباع حاجاتهم النفسية والاجتماعية حتى لا يشعرون بالوحدة النفسية والتخفيف من الضغط النفسي عليهن.
Evaluation of Mung Bean Accessions for Salt Tolerance Based on Germination and Seedling Traits
Authors: Miajy M S I , Etu M N T , Bandhan B S , Chowdhury A K M M B , Rahman M A , Pramanik S K
Published: September 2024

Ten mung bean accessions collected from Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute were exposed to two salinity levels (control and 8 dS m−1) to observe the sensitivity of their germination and early seedling traits. The observations were recorded on germination percentage, rate of germination, coefficient of germination, shoot length, root length and seedling dry weight. The accessions, salinity levels and their interaction exhibited significant differences for all the traits. The mean performance of all the traits reduced under salt stress as compared to control. Salt tolerant accessions showed less reduction in their germination and seedling traits under salinity than the other accessions tested. Considering salt tolerance index (STI) based on seedling dry weight, the order of tolerance was BD- 6882 > BD-10022 > BD-10024 > BD-10026 > BD-10023 > BD-10027 > BD-6885 > BD-6887 > BD- 6884 > BD-6875. Based on relative total dry weight (RTDW), three accessions viz. BD-6882, BD- 10022 and BD-10024 were identified as salt tolerant and other seven as moderately salt tolerant. The identified salt tolerant accessions could be a useful stock for further breeding programs to develop salt tolerant mung bean genotype of considerable economic value.
Bangladesh Agron. J. 2024, 26(2): 16-26
Optimization of The Priming Time of Mannitol Solution for Mungbean Seed Treatment
Authors: Rahman M A , Baque M A , Sarmin S , Elahi M M
Published: September 2024

Abstract not available
Bangladesh Agron. J. 2024, 26(2): 100-103
Mpox: a global public health emergency
Authors: Ahmed Jamal Uddin
Published: September 2024

Abstract not available
BIRDEM Med J 2024; 14(3): 114-116
Aneurysmal bone cyst of the greater trochanter: evaluation of surgical outcome of 17 cases
Authors: Hoque Mobinul , Jahan Afrina , Hakim Jonaed , Sonaullah Md , Akter Afrin , Hossain G M Jahangir
Published: September 2024

Background: Aneurysmal bone cyst is a benign, aggressive lesion that occurs in childhood and early adulthood. It usually affects the metaphysis of long bones. The aims of this study were to report clinical and radiological outcome following operative treatment of aneurysmal bone cyst of greater trochanter of femur and asses functional outcome by the Musculoskeletal Tumour Society (MSTS) Rating scale for the lower extremity. Methods: This Quasi-experimental study included 17 patients radiologically and histologically diagnosed as having aneurysmal bone cyst involving the greater trochanter of femur from 2015 to 2022. All cases were curetted, chemical cauterization with 5% phenol done and autogenous cortico-cancellous bone graft were added to fill the osseous defect. The patients were followed-up at 6 weeks and then 3 monthly for 1st year, 6 monthly for 2nd and 3rd year and yearly thereafter. In each follow-up, the recurrence, post-operative complications were documented and MSTS scoring was done. Results: The mean age of the patients were 14.5 years; 9 (53%) were female and 8 (47%) were male. The mean follow-up period for the patients was 3.6 years. There were 3 (18%) recurrences and 2 (11.8%) cases developed superficial surgical site infection. The average MSTS score on final follow-up was 22.6. Conclusion: Aneurysmal bone cyst of the greater trochanter is common in second decade among females. Treatment with extended intralesional curettage, chemical cauterization with 5% phenol and application of autogenous bone graft has less than 18% chance of recurrence. Furthermore, there is acceptable radiological bone graft incorporation and average MSTS score on final follow-up suggest a good functional outcome.
BIRDEM Med J 2024; 14(3): 124-130
Role of physical activity for glycemic control among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Authors: Hossain Tanjina , Hassan Rashedul , Shabnam Mahbuba , Jabeen Ishrat , Biswas Tonmoy , Akter Chowdhury Shammi
Published: September 2024

Background: Lifestyle modification and physical activity are very important parts of diabetes management. Regular physical activity has been shown to improve glycemic control through increased insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance. The aims of this study were to assess the glycemic level and pattern of physical activity among type 2 diabetic patients. Methods: This hospital-based cross-sectional study was carried out from July 2022 to October 2022 among 305 purposively recruited diabetic patients who came to receive care at the outpatient department of a teaching hospital in Dhaka, Bangladesh. A semi-structured questionnaire was used to describe socio-demographic information. Physical activity was assessed using the validated version of international physical activity questionnaire short form/ global physical activity questionnaire (IPAQ/GPAQ). Glycemic control was measured by HbA1C report done within 120 days of the interview. Blood pressure and body mass index were also measured at the time of inclusion. The physical activity level was categorized according to IPAQ scoring protocol as high level, moderate level and low level. Chi square test was carried out to determine the association of physical activity with type-2 DM, body mass index, glycemic and blood pressure control. Statistical significance was defined as p<0.05. Results: Among the participants only 0.3% had high level of physical activity. Moderate level of physical activity was found among 32.8% and low level of physical activity has been found among 66.9%. Among the participants 92.1% spent their time sitting during the weekdays while the time spent at home, at work, while doing course or class and during leisure activities. Among them 21% had the maximum 10 hours sitting time during the last week. The study showed that the persons who spent walking on at least 7 days has negative correlation with blood glycemic level and among them who spent time on sitting has positive correlation with blood glycemic level. Nearly two thirds of the respondents were female. The mean age was 53.09 ± 12.15 years. Majority of the participants were from urban area (69.83%) and the rest are from rural (21.31%) and sub urban (8.2%) area. There was no significant relation of level physical activity with any sociodemographic factors except monthly income, which showed low monthly income was associated with higher level of physical activity. Conclusion: The findings of our study focus on developing more awareness and providing facilities for physical activity to achieve the glycemic goal.
BIRDEM Med J 2024; 14(3): 143-150
Early onset primary torsion dystonia with DYT1 positive in an 8-Year-old child: a case report
Authors: Naher Nurun , Begum Noorjahan , Bhuiyan Sarwar Jahan
Published: September 2024

Apart from tremor, primary clinical symptom of primary torsion dystonia (PTD) is dystonia. No history or evidence of neuronal degeneration or acquired origin are present. Out of the seven different loci reported for PTD, only two genes have been identified. This case is being presented with a diagnosis of PTD. The patient, an 8-year-old boy from non-consanguineous parents, had problem in walking for one year, mostly in his left leg and had trouble using his left hand to pick up objects. He had dystonia in the left upper and lower limbs, had intact sensory function with intact cranial nerve function. All his laboratory tests were normal including brain imaging; nevertheless, genetic testing revealed DYT1 was positive.
BIRDEM Med J 2024; 14(3): 158-160
Caracterização por MEV do Fósforo Reativo Natural encapsulado por polímero de recobrimento, com liberação controlada
Authors: Bertachini Kelly Cristini , Silva Adriana Ferreira da , Silva Juliana Aparecida da
Published: September 2024

O polímero vegetal, foi desenvolvido a fim de que tivesse um melhor desempenho em termos de liberação controlada por difusão e porosidade entre o fosfato natural reativo P2O5 e o material polimérico. O biomaterial em questão é um aditivo com formação de um compósito a partir da biopolimerização. No entanto a economia de uso e a liberação do Nitrogênio, Carbono, Cálcio, Fósforo e Potássio são uma fonte de rota do mecanismo. Segundo Callister (2009), polímeros são cadeias de monômeros que se denominam oligômeros. liberando Nitrogênio em forma de adsorção e dessorção para uma liberação de forma controlada. Pela lei de Fick, reações próximas de zero ou maiores que zero, são consideradas reações não químicas. Frações químicas sem reações.
Riscos da automedicação em jovens com insônia
Authors: Leal Rafaela Pereira , Miranda Lourival Rodrigues , Santos Gérsika Bitencourt
Published: September 2024

Apresentar os riscos e efeitos adversos causados pelo uso irracional dos medicamentos no tratamento da insônia entre os jovens. Trata-se de uma revisão de literatura sistemática, baseada em estudos sobre a automedicação em jovens com insônia, com foco nos fatores adversos descritos nesses trabalhos. Essa busca foi feita em bases científicas, como Google Acadêmico, PubMed, Scielo, Science Direct e Teses da USP. Do total de artigos encontrados, os quais analisam fármacos utilizados para o tratamento da insônia, foram selecionados 18 para compor esta revisão bibliográfica sistemática. O estudo conclui que os jovens utilizam irracionalmente os medicamentos para tratar a insônia por diversos fatores, os medicamentos mais utilizados segundo a literatura são os benzodiazepínicos, como o Clonazepam, melatonina e Hipnóticos Z, como o Zolpidem. O uso indiscriminado destes fármacos no combate à insônia causa efeitos adversos e riscos à saúde dos jovens, que devem procurar tratamento especializado para tratar o problema de forma eficaz e segura.
The relationship between Neutrophil to Lymphocyte Ratio (NLR), Platelet to Lymphocyte Ratio (PLR), and Monocyte to Lymphocyte Ratio (MLR) with the clinical severity level of COVID-19 patients at Udayana University Hospital
Authors: Purnamasidhi Cokorda Agung Wahyu , Riandika I Gede Vendi Cahyadi , Sukmawati Ni Made Dewi Dian , Gayatri Anak Agung Ayu Yuli , Utama I Made Susila , Somia I Ketut Agus , Merati Ketut Tuti Parwati
Published: September 2024

Background: COVID-19 is an pandemic with a high transmission rate. Due to its widespread availability, complete blood count has the potential to be used as an initial screening for clinical severity. Objective: This study aims to determine the relationship between NLR, PLR, and MLR with the clinical severity level of patients with COVID-19. Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted at Udayana University Hospital on COVID-19 patients hospitalized from March 2020 to March 2021. Subjects were divided into critical and non-critical groups and analyzed for their relationship with the components of the complete blood count on the first day of hospitalization. Result: The analysis found that the study subjects had a mean (± standard deviation) age of 54.20 (± 15.57) years. The mean (± SD) hemoglobin level was found to be 13.44 (± 4.05) g/dL, and the platelet count was 245.75 (± 107.36) x 103/μL. The median (interquartile range) leukocyte count was found to be 7.78 (4.91) x 103/μL, neutrophils 5.72 (4.91) x 103/μL, basophils 0.01 (0.01) x 103/μL, eosinophils 0.01 (0.01) x 103/μL, monocytes 0.53 (0.41) x 103/μL, lymphocytes 1.10 (0.89) x 103/μL, NLR 5.21 (7.77), PLR 193.34 (153.54), and MLR 0.51 (0.42). Conclusion: NLR, PLR, and MLR are significantly associated with the clinical severity level in COVID-19 patients at Udayana University Hospital. These findings can assist clinicians in assessing the potential for worsening clinical severity from mild to severe or critical levels in COVID-19 patients.
Gestão pública municipal e o combate à dengue em Duque de Caxias (RJ): O papel do agente de controle a endemias (ACE)
Authors: Bastos Regina Mara Ribeiro , Moreira Carla Miranda Ferreira , Moreira-Jr José Rocha
Published: September 2024

O presente estudo trata do papel do Agente de Controle a Endemias (ACE) na Prevenção e Controle da Dengue no Município de Duque de Caxias (RJ). O objetivo foi analisar a utilização estratégica dos ACE que atuam em um setor específico no município de Duque de Caxias (RJ), focando na prevenção e combate à dengue. Utilizando uma abordagem metodológica descritiva e qualitativa, baseada em pesquisa bibliográfica, documental e um questionário aplicado a 36 ACE, os resultados indicam alto engajamento dos ACE em treinamentos, mas destacam desafios significativos, incluindo falta de recursos, apoio institucional insuficiente, resistência comunitária e riscos de segurança. Uma maioria de 72,2% dos agentes relata não receber suporte adequado para suas funções, enfrentando escassez de equipamentos de proteção e materiais essenciais. A pesquisa identifica lacunas na integração entre ACE e outros profissionais de saúde, bem como na eficácia percebida das políticas públicas atuais. Essas constatações sugerem a necessidade de uma reavaliação das estratégias de combate à dengue, incluindo melhorias nas condições de trabalho, maior integração no sistema de saúde e políticas mais eficazes. O estudo oferece informações para o aprimoramento das intervenções de saúde pública, embora a generalização dos resultados requeira cautela devido às limitações metodológicas, como a mudança para questionários online e o foco em um único setor do município.
Alteração da microbiota intestinal na doença celíaca: Causa ou consequência?
Authors: Kvacek Manuela Hering , Amaral Júlia Faria , Andrade Marileia Chaves
Published: September 2024

Objetivos: Obter informações na literatura científica referentes a disbiose e doença celíaca, a fim de elucidar se tal alteração é causa ou consequência da patologia em questão, além de medidas para o controle e tratamento de doença. Metodologia: Esta revisão foi conduzida de acordo com as diretrizes PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses). Critérios de inclusão contemplaram trabalhos que analisam a relação entre microbiota intestinal e doença celíaca, publicados no ano de 2015 a 2023 nas bases bibliográficas PUBMed, Scielo e Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde. Resultados: Após remoção de resumos com base nos critérios de inclusão e exclusão, obteve-se 16 artigos elegíveis para inclusão nessa revisão. Conclusões: A microbiota intestinal é um fator importante para a manutenção do estado imunológico e entendimento da doença celíaca. Nos pacientes portadores da doença, observa-se alterações na composição da microbiota intestinal. Nota-se necessidade de estudos direcionados para observação da relação entre os assuntos abordados.
A avaliação científica baseada em índices de citação: Histórico do desenvolvimento do fator de impacto, suas fragilidades e proposições de outras soluções
Authors: Schumann Lívia Rejane Miguel Amaral , Calabró Luciana
Published: September 2024

A finalidade do presente artigo é abordar o contexto da avaliação de periódicos científicos por meio de índices de citação. Trata-se de um estudo descritivo, que busca detalhar as particularidades do Fator de Impacto (FI), bem como ampliar o entendimento sobre a avaliação de periódicos apoiada por índices de citação. Como objetivos, o estudo busca: i) descrever o desenvolvimento do FI; ii) levantar outras medidas bibliométricas baseadas no número de citações; iii) relacionar pontos de atenção que devem ser observados em processos de avaliação científica a partir de índices de citação; e iv) levantar caminhos alternativos ao uso dos índices formulados pelas grandes editoras científicas comerciais. Apesar do desenvolvimento crescente de outros índices de citação, não é aconselhável limitar a avaliação dos periódicos somente a essas medidas, tendo em vista a diversidade de fatores que influenciam nos seus resultados. Como alternativas aos índices divulgados pelas bases comerciais, alguns países propuseram bases de dados e índices que avaliam de forma mais adequada sua produção científica. Também se destaca o desenvolvimento de bases sem fins lucrativos como a OpenALex. Como conclusão, entende-se que é necessária uma mudança cultural da comunidade científica acerca das evidências utilizadas na avaliação dos produtos de pesquisas. Aqueles que realizam avaliações científicas amparados exclusivamente por métricas devem ter em mente que a precisão concedida por resultados numéricos é apenas aparente. Sendo assim, a utilização de um conjunto de métodos de análise, dando atenção especial ao julgamento por pares, é o mais recomendado.
COMPARISON OF MACHINE LEARNING ALGORITHMS FOR SENTIMENT ANALYSIS OF DIGITAL IDENTITY APPLICATION USERS
Authors: Maulana Abrari Muhammad Naufal , Abdulloh Ferian Fauzi
Published: September 2024

In the rapidly evolving digital era, the Population Identity Application (IKD) plays a crucial role in streamlining civil administration processes in Indonesia, allowing easier and faster access to population services. This study aims to explore the application of machine learning algorithms in analyzing user responses to the IKD application. Three popular algorithms: Support Vector Machine (SVM), K-Nearest Neighbors (K-NN), and Naïve Bayes were chosen to classify sentiment from 1301 user reviews on the Google Play Store into positive and negative categories. After performing data preprocessing such as tokenization and stemming, hyperparameter optimization was conducted using GridSearchCV to enhance classification accuracy. The research results indicate that the SVM algorithm, optimized with hyperparameters, including the use of the rbf kernel and a parameter value of C = 1, achieved the highest accuracy of 85.60%, making it the most effective method for sentiment classification of the IKD application. These findings provide valuable insights for the government and developers in refining the features and performance of IKD, contributing to the efficiency and security of digital administration in Indonesia. Furthermore, this study opens opportunities for further development that is more responsive to user needs and expectations in the future.
PERFORMANCE COMPARISON OF CLASSICAL ALGORITHMS AND DEEP NEURAL NETWORKS FOR TUBERCULOSIS PREDICTION
Authors: Mate Landry Gilgen , Nsimba Malumba Rodolphe , Balanganayi Kabutakapua Fiston Chrisnovi , Boluma Mangata Bopatriciat
Published: September 2024

This study compares the performance of several classical machine learning algorithms and deep neural networks for the prediction of tuberculosis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), using a sample of 1000 cases including clinical and demographic data. The sample is divided into two sets: 80% for training and 20% for testing. The algorithms evaluated include Support Vector Machine (SVM), K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN), Decision Tree, Random Forest and Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN). The results show that the CNN has the best overall performance with an accuracy of 94%, an AUC of the ROC curve of 93%, an accuracy of 90%, an accuracy of 95%, a sensitivity of 88%, an F1-score of 91.3% and a Log Loss of 0.0386. The Random Forest follows closely behind with an accuracy of 92% and an AUC of 86%. The SVM and KNN models also performed strongly, but slightly less well. The Decision Tree obtained acceptable results, but inferior to the other algorithms evaluated. These results indicate that deep neural networks, and in particular the CNN, are superior for predicting tuberculosis compared with conventional machine learning algorithms. This superiority is particularly marked in terms of accuracy, sensitivity and reliability of predictions, as shown by the performance metrics obtained.
Reliability of a workplace-based assessment for the United States general surgical trainees’ intraoperative performance using multivariate generalizability theory: a psychometric study
Authors: Sun Ting , Kim Stella Yun , Smith Brigitte Kristin , Park Yoon Soo
Published: September 2024

Purpose: The System for Improving and Measuring Procedure Learning (SIMPL), a smartphone-based operative assessment application, was developed to assess the intraoperative performance of surgical residents. This study aims to examine the reliability of the SIMPL assessment and determine the optimal number of procedures for a reliable assessment.Methods: In this retrospective observational study, we analyzed data collected between 2015 and 2023 from 4,616 residents across 94 General Surgery Residency programs in the United States that utilized the SIMPL smartphone application. We employed multivariate generalizability theory and initially conducted generalizability studies to estimate the variance components associated with procedures. We then performed decision studies to estimate the reliability coefficient and the minimum number of procedures required for a reproducible assessment.Results: We estimated that the reliability of the assessment of surgical trainees’ intraoperative autonomy and performance using SIMPL exceeded 0.70. Additionally, the optimal number of procedures required for a reproducible assessment was 10, 17, 15, and 17 for postgraduate year (PGY) 2, PGY 3, PGY 4, and PGY 5, respectively. Notably, the study highlighted that the assessment of residents in their senior years necessitated a larger number of procedures compared to those in their junior years.Conclusion: The study demonstrated that the SIMPL assessment is reliably effective for evaluating the intraoperative performance of surgical trainees. Adjusting the number of procedures based on the trainees’ training stage enhances the assessment process’s accuracy and effectiveness.
Leveraging the heterogeneity between strains of Schizophyllum commune for functional genomics
Authors:   , Marian Ioana Madalina
Published: September 2024

This thesis brings to light new S. commune strains that can be used to study interesting
phenotypes like mushroom development at a high CO2 concentration, lignocellulose
degradation and defense response. At the same time, it highlights how polymorphic this
species is and how this complicates the genetic mapping of a trait of interest. In order to elucidate the functions of all genes in this mushroom-forming fungus, a combination of genetic tools is needed. Standard molecular profiling techniques like (comparative) genomics, (comparative) transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics can help bring it one step further. Chromatin immunoprecipitation accompanied by deep sequencing or DNA affinity purification sequencing are techniques that can reveal direct interactions between transcription factors and their downstream genes. Although conventional BSA is an efficient method for functional analysis, there is great value in new BSA approaches like mutation mapping analysis pipelines for pooled RNA sequencing (Li et al., 2022; Li & Xu, 2022). Future advances in genotyping, phenotyping, and statistical approaches will most likely improve and develop new BSA tools.
Dramaturgical Analysis of Role-players on Telegram
Authors: Mutifa Imtiyaz Wahyu , Primasari Winda
Published: September 2024

K-Pop (Korean Pop) culture is very popular among Indonesian people, especially children and teenagers. One of the impacts of the popularity of K-Pop is the emergence of role-play accounts. Role-play is a make-believe game that requires players to imitate a K-pop idol. Someone who plays role-play will be called a role-player. We aimed to analyze the differences between how a role-player act in the role-play world and the real world. This research focuses on Telegram role-players. We applied a qualitative netnographic research design and used a dramaturgical theory as a research approach. The results of this study showed that the role-players used Telegram as their front stages where they managed the impressions according to the role-play personas they chose. In addition, the results of this research showed that the direct message features of the role-players’ Telegram accounts are used as their middle stages while the backstage is their real life. The results suggest that each role-player has a different character from their role-play persona, showing the distinctive differences among the front stage, the middle stage and the backstage.
JAKTV Local Broadcast Media Strategy in Maintaining Existence in the Digital Era
Authors: Ratnamaya Deana , Yasir Yasir , Yesicha Chelsy
Published: September 2024

JAKTV is a local television station in Jakarta. The presence of various new broadcast media willcertainly add competitors and make people's tastes begin to change. In this regard, JAKTV must beable to plan and carry out various strategies to be able to adapt and transform in order to continueto exist and be able to compete in the current era. This research aims to identify how JAKTV'sstrategy in maintaining their existence as local television, using the Niche (Media Ecology) theoryby Dimmick and Rothenbuhler. The method used in this research is a qualitative approach and datacollection techniques are by interview, observation, and collecting documents related to theresearch. The results of this study indicate that JAKTV as a local Jakarta television station inmaintaining their existence is by carrying out strategies including, planning marketing activities toget advertisements by strengthening their brand to gain the trust of the public and consumers, aswell as providing good service and compliments to clients. Conducting audience segmentation bygrouping based on geographic, demographic, and psychological audiences and positioning bystrengthening an image as a local Jakarta television. Conducted programme planning, productionand partnership, designed programme execution using the “day parting" method, and monitoredand evaluated performance to develop future plans.
THE IMPLEMENTATION OF EARLY DETECTION AND PREVENTION IN THE PREVENTION OF RADICALISM BY THE NATIONAL AND POLITICAL UNITY AGENCY IN CIMAHI CITY, WEST JAVA PROVINCE
Authors: Handayani Alfina , Wiredarme Wiredarme
Published: September 2024

The author's interest is in acquiring the title due to the discovery of a Khilafatul Muslimin group in Cimahi City that has been actively disseminating radical beliefs since the 2000s. In contrast, Cimahi metropolis, known as the Army City, can be presumed to be a secure metropolis free from radicalism. The objective of this study is to assess the effectiveness of early identification and preventative measures in mitigating the spread of extremism. Furthermore, it is crucial to identify the barriers that develop during the implementation of early detection and prevention, as well as the measures taken by the Cimahi City National and Political Unity Agency to address these hurdles. The research employed a qualitative descriptive methodology, utilizing an inductive technique. The data sources utilized in this study encompass both primary and secondary data sources. The employed data analysis procedures encompass data reduction, data display, and data verification. Common methods of data collection are interviews, observations, and documentation. According to the findings from interviews, field observations, and documentation collecting, the current implementation of early detection and prevention measures to combat extremism in Cimahi City has not been effective due to a lack of intelligence expertise. The current challenges encompass the scarcity of skilled personnel and constrained financial resources to facilitate the execution of early identification and prevention measures. Efforts to address current challenges including incorporating members into intelligence science education and training programs, as well as enhancing supervision in the community settings that are exposed to extremism. To implement early detection and prevention effectively, it is necessary to enhance the directing function by assigning competent individuals to vacant positions and providing them with additional education and training in the field of intelligence science. Furthermore, close coordination with the Cimahi City Regional Leadership Coordination Forum is essential to facilitate the deradicalization program.
ENFORCEMENT OF REGIONAL REGULATION NO. 2 OF 2018 ON PUBLIC ORDER AND COMMUNITY TRANQUILITY BY SATPOL PP IN TULANG BAWANG REGENCY, LAMPUNG PROVINCE
Authors: Alam Muhammad Dharma
Published: September 2024

Land abuse was a prevalent issue in many areas, with frequent cases of unauthorized use of government land and construction of buildings without proper permits. Tulang Bawang Regency's Regional Regulation No. 2 of 2018 was designed to address these issues by regulating public order and community tranquility, specifically focusing on the orderly use of land and buildings. The regulation was enforced by the Tulang Bawang Regency Pamong Praja Police Unit. This research, which employed qualitative methods including observation, interviews, and documentation, evaluated the implementation of Regional Regulation No. 2 of 2018. The findings indicated that while the Pamong Praja Police Unit adhered to procedural standards, the implementation was suboptimal, with many areas still exhibiting disordered land and buildings and insufficient follow-up from local authorities. The research concluded that the Regional Government needed to provide more support to the Pamong Praja Police Unit to enhance the enforcement of regulations and achieve better public order and tranquility in Tulang Bawang Regency. The Pamong Praja Police Unit played a crucial role in monitoring illegal buildings and assisting the Regional Government in enforcing the applicable regulations.
ANALYSIS OF THE FAMILY HOPE PROGRAM (PKH) IMPLEMENTATION IN ADDRESSING SOCIAL WELFARE ISSUES IN MANADO CITY, NORTH SULAWESI PROVINCE
Authors: Inkiriwang Imelda Emilia , Effendy Khasan
Published: September 2024

The Ministry of Social Affairs administers the Family Hope Program (PKH), a poverty alleviation and social protection initiative providing conditional non-cash assistance to individuals with social issues (PMKS), focusing on health, education, and social welfare. This research aims to evaluate the implementation of the Family Hope Program in Manado City, identify the challenges and obstacles encountered, and assess how the Manado City Social Service addresses these issues. The research employs a descriptive qualitative research method with an inductive approach. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation, and analyzed using techniques including data collection, reduction, presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that the implementation of the Family Hope Program in Manado City aligns with William Dunn's evaluation theory, meeting six key indicators: effectiveness, efficiency, adequacy, equity, responsiveness, and accuracy. The program's implementation is assessed as satisfactory across these indicators.