bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
DETERMINAN PEMANFAATAN JAMINAN KESEHATAN NASIONAL (JKN) PADA FASILITAS KESEHATAN DIMASA PANDEMI COVID-19
Authors: Sukeni Yeti , Najmah Najmah , Idris Haerawati
Published: October 2021

Pada masa pandemi Corona Virus Disease-19 (COVID-19) terjadi penurunan kunjungan ke pelayanan kesehatan hampir di setiap fasilitas kesehatan, tidak saja pada pasien umum termasuk juga pada pasien Jaminan Kesehatan Nasional (JKN). Jika dibandingkan pada tahun 2019 dan 2020 kunjungan pasien JKN mengalami penurunan sebesar 84% pada fasilitas pelayanan tingkat pertama dan 71% pada fasilitas pelayanan kesehatan lanjutan. Diharapkan dari hasil kajian literatur ini dapat digunakan sebagai bahan acuhan dalam membuat kebijakan pelayanan kesehatan di masa pandemi COVID-19. Dalam membuat kajian literatur jurnal yang digunakan merupakan hasil dari mesin pencarian google dan google scholar, PubMed dan Researchgate periode tahun terbit 2020 dan 2021 dengan kata kunci yang digunakan “pemanfaatan pelayanan kesehatan”, “JKN/BPJS” , “pandemi COVID-19”, “telemedicine”, “Sistem pelayanan kesehatan” dan “kepuasan pelayanan kesehatan”. Setelah proses penapisan melalui judul dan abstrak dari jurnal yang sesuai dengan tujuan penelitian, maka diperoleh 10 jurnal sebagai referensi utama. Pemanfaatan JKN pada masa pandemi COVID-19 pada fasilitas kesehatan dengan melihat faktor pemanfaatan pelayanan kesehatan yaitu faktor lingkungan, faktor karakteristik populasi, faktor perilaku kesehatan dan faktor keluaran. Maka pada masa pandemi COVID-19 pelayanan kesehatan terdapat perubahan yaitu perubahan alur pelayanan, jam pelayanan, menggunakan protokol kesehatan, bahkan ada juga yang menggunakan telemedicine untuk mengurangi paparan COVID-19.
Faster Aspart: a fast-acting insulin analog for an optimal glycemic control
Authors: Irace, C.
Published: October 2021

The basal-bolus insulin regimen in the management of diabetes is essential to achieve the recommended glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) to reduce the incidence or the progression of chronic complications. HbA1c is influenced by either fasting plasma glucose and post-prandial hyperglycemia. Faster Aspart is an insulin Aspart with two additional excipients, L-arginine and niacinamide, which provide a faster subcutaneous absorption, the earlier onset of appearance, and consequently the optimization of post-prandial glucose control. Faster Aspart has been widely investigated in the ‘‘onset’’ clinical trials, which show better post-prandial glycemic excursions and noninferiority compared to insulin Aspart with HbA1c reduction. Clinical evidence demonstrates that faster Aspart is a therapeutic option able to provide clinical benefits over the current rapid-acting insulin analogs in terms of improved meal-related glycaemic control in subjects with diabetes. KEY WORDS post-prandial hyperglycemia; cardiovascular disease; insulin treatment; faster-acting insulin; faster aspart.
Real-time Selective Harmonic Minimization using a Hybrid Analog/Digital Computing Method
Authors: Poon Jason
Published: October 2021

We present a hybrid analog/digital computing circuit to solve a selective harmonic minimization problem. The approach leverages favorable attributes of digital and analog controllers to yield a fast and scalable optimization solver. A digital microcontroller programs the cost function and other user-defined inputs to the optimization. Voltages in the circuit represent switching angles in the optimization problem. In steady state, the voltages converge to Karush–Kuhn–Tucker (KKT) points of the problem. We present a specific realization of the computing circuit that solves for eight independent switching angles for a quarter-wave symmetric PWM driven two-level single-phase inverter. Seven undesired harmonics are minimized while retaining control over the modulation index. The proposed computing circuit is verified with simulations and a PCB hardware implementation. The experimental results demonstrate that the proposed circuit can converge to the optimal solution in less than 5.0 ms, which is substantially faster than existing methods and facilitates real-time implementation. Moreover, the steady-state power consumption of the PCB implementation is approximately 750 mW, which is also significantly lower than published methods for comparable applications. The computing circuit is utilized to generate the PWM for a 2 kW single-phase inverter, which validates its feasibility in practical applications.
Blockchain for Electric Vehicles Energy Trading: Requirements, Opportunities, and Challenges
Authors: Al-Saif Nasser , Ahmad Raja Wasim , Salah Khaled , Yaqoob Ibrar , Jayaraman Raja , Omar Mohammed
Published: October 2021

Today's technologies, techniques, and systems leveraged for managing energy trading operations in electric vehicles fall short in providing operational transparency, immutability, fault tolerance, traceability, and trusted data provenance features. They are centralized and vulnerable to the single point of failure problem, and less trustworthy as they are prone to the data modifications and deletion by adversaries. In this paper, we present the potential advantages of blockchain technology to manage energy trading operations between electric vehicles as it can offer data traceability, immutability, transparency, audit, security, and confidentiality in a fully decentralized manner. We identify and discuss the essential requirements for the successful implementation of blockchain technology to secure energy trading operations among electric vehicles. We present a detailed discussion on the potential opportunities offered by blockchain technology to secure the energy trading operations of electric vehicles. We discuss several blockchain-based research projects and case studies to highlight the practicability of blockchain technology in electric vehicles energy trading. Finally, we identify and discuss open challenges in fulfilling the requirements of electric vehicles energy trading applications.
Age of Information Based URLLC-enabled UAV Wireless Communications System
Authors: basnayaka chathuranga
Published: October 2021

This paper considers an unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) communication network, where UAV operate as an aerial mobile relay between a source and a destination of the network. To capture the “timeliness” of the received information at the destination node, a new performance metric named age of information (AoI) is considered. In addition, a short packet communication scheme maintains low latency in the proposed UAV wireless communication system. The finite block-length theory investigates the performances of short packet communications scheme in the UAV-assisted wireless communications system. In this paper, the Average Age of Information (AAoI) is estimated by applying the Stochastic Hybrid Systems (SHS) model. The SHS model comprises discrete states represents events that reset the AoI process and continuously dynamics that represent linearly growing age processes. Finally, a closed-form expression for the AAoI of the proposed UAV wireless communication system is derived and it can be used to estimate the optimal altitude, block length and other parameters.
Continuous and Distribution-free Probabilistic Wind Power Forecasting: A Conditional Normalizing Flow Approach
Authors: Wen Honglin , Pinson Pierre , Ma Jinghuan , Gu Jie , Jin Zhijian
Published: October 2021

We present a data-driven approach for probabilistic wind power forecasting based on conditional normalizing flow~(CNF). In contrast with the existing, this approach is distribution-free (as for non-parametric and quantile-based approaches) and can directly yield continuous probability densities, hence avoiding quantile crossing. It relies on a base distribution and a set of bijective mappings. Both the shape parameters of the base distribution and the bijective mappings are approximated with neural networks. Spline-based conditional normalizing flow is considered owing to its universal approximation capability. Over the training phase, the model sequentially maps input examples onto samples of base distribution, where parameters are estimated through maximum likelihood. To issue probabilistic forecasts, one eventually map samples of the base distribution into samples of a desired distribution. Case studies based on open datasets validate the effectiveness of the proposed model, and allows us to discuss its advantages and caveats with respect to the state of the art. Code will be released upon publication.
Modification of the synchronization algorithm for the flotation machine video filming with position of the foam extinguisher
Authors:   Zatonskiy A.V. Fedoseeva K.A.
Published: October 2021

The problem of determining the position of foam extinguisher when processing a video stream from potash flotation machines is described. The impossibility of using the previously developed algorithms for synchronizing shooting with foam extinguisher rotation is shown. A simple algorithm in contrast to the previous ones based on determining the most darkened frame is proposed. When testing the algorithm using data from 14 surveys, the average synchronization error was only 2 %.

Keywords
potash industry; flotation machine; technical vision; synchronization
ОБЛОМОВ И ШТОЛЬЦ: ИДЕНТИФИКАЦИЯ ЛИЧНОСТИ В ПОИСКАХ ИДЕАЛА
Authors: Уздеева Т.М. , Джабраилова М.С.
Published: October 2021

В данной статье сопоставляются образы Обломова и Штольца – главных героев романа И.А. Гончарова «Обломов». Характеры героев противопоставлены друг другу. Рассматриваются «предыстории» Обломова и Штольца, обретающие особое значение в понимании судьбы каждого из героев. Обломов представляет собой русский национальный тип, Штольц является представителем «нового» поколения, которое смотрит в будущее и воплощает в жизнь прогрессивные идеи. В характере Обломова преобладает лень и склонность к созерцанию, пребывание в «созданном мире» мечты, дающей представление об идеальном укладе жизни, лишенном пустых хлопот и житейской суеты. У Штольца главным приоритетом в характере является стремление к деятельности, направленное на благо общества.
Defining and Exploring the Field and Practical Mode of “Epidemic Social Work”
Authors: Wang You , Xie Chao
Published: October 2021

“Pandemic social work” is a new concept put forward by academia in response to the epidemic, and it also points to a new field in which social work is emerging. Although most scholars mainly study its specific role in the current anti-epidemic, they do not define the meaning and field of this concept clearly, revealing the functional positioning of social work in the anti-epidemic in general, not only for the current global anti-epidemic Work has an adverse effect, and it is not without harm to the construction of this new field. Defining the concept and field of “Epidemic Social Work” needs to start from the nature of social work and learn from the successful experience of social work in other disaster areas. It is preliminarily delineated that epidemic social work is a branch of disaster social work. At the same time, in addition to conceptual clarification and field division, it also attempts to explore the theoretical basis and intervention mode of “Epidemic Social Work,” which is a new field of social work. The construction and current epidemic guidance are of great significance, and its value is obvious.
Analysis of the Formation Mechanism of High Bride Price in Rural Areas in the Context of Rural Revitalization Strategy
Authors: Guo Jinhua
Published: October 2021

The bride price, as a deeply influential marriage custom rooted in traditional Chinese society, is an important and indispensable procedure in the process of marriage conclusion. The existence of bride price in the rural society is not wrong, but the high bride price has brought many inconveniences to the farmers’ life. This paper selects X village in south Henan as the research object, and conducts an in-depth investigation on the marriage culture of the village by using literature research and interview method, and makes a detailed interpretation of the bride price and wedding customs in the village, analyzes the inevitability of the existence of “high bride price”, and then concludes that the imbalance of the gender ratio of marriageable men and women, the change of the main body to which the bride price belongs, the parents’ The four reasons for this are: the imbalance in the gender ratio of marriageable men and women, the change in the main body of the bride price, the unlimited parental support, and the influence of “face” of rural people. “As a prevalent phenomenon, we should deal with it rationally and find appropriate ways to curb the high bride price.
The Application of Psychoanalytic Theory in Films, Based on the Movie Fanfan
Authors: Fu Binbin
Published: October 2021

The relationship between psychoanalytic theory and film is very close, open and integrated with each other. The psychoanalytic study of film is an important part of the study of contemporary western film theory. Through the mastery of psychoanalytic theory and the analysis of the film Fanfan starring Sophie Marceau, this paper proves the application and role of psychoanalysis in film.
Monitoramento Microclimático de Grutas Turísticas em Minas Gerais: Análise Preliminar dos Dados de Temperatura e Umidade Relativa do Ar em Sete Cavernas do Parque Nacional Cavernas do Peruaçu
Authors: Gomes Mauro , Santos Darcy , Travassos Luiz , Ruchkys Úrsula
Published: October 2021

Os primeiros trabalhos relacionados ao monitoramento climático de cavernas no Brasil são da década de 1960 e foram caracterizados pela baixa densidade amostral (períodos inferiores a um ano) e medições isoladas de temperatura e umidade em cavernas abertas à visitação turística. As pesquisas mais recentes passaram a incorporar novos métodos e tecnologias, como, por exemplo, o uso de registradores automáticos de dados. O Projeto Monitoramento Microclimático de Grutas Turísticas em Minas Gerais pretende realizar um monitoramento de longa duração, previsto para 6 anos, e o presente manuscrito apresentou os resultados da primeira fase do projeto, compreendendo o monitoramento realizado entre os anos de 2017 e 2019 em sete cavernas do Parque Nacional Cavernas do Peruaçu. Para esta análise, foram instalados, no interior e próximo à entrada das cavernas, 41 medidores automatizados, que registraram e armazenaram dados de temperatura e umidade a cada 10 minutos. Os resultados mostram que a caverna Lapa Bonita apresenta a menor temperatura média (20,79°C) e a Lapa dos Desenhos a maior temperatura média (24,07°C). Em relação à umidade relativa do ar, a Lapa dos Desenhos apresenta os menores valores, com média de 62,56% e a Lapa Bonita os maiores, com média de 85,28% entre todas as cavernas avaliadas e para o período estudado. Os resultados da pesquisa também indicam que, dentre todas as cavernas avaliadas, a Lapa Bonita é aquela que apresenta as menores variações desses parâmetros, com desvio padrão de 0,54 para a temperatura e 9,96 para umidade. O conhecimento das características microclimáticas de cada caverna obtido com os dados do monitoramento pode auxiliar a gestão do parque nacional na adoção de novos limites em relação à capacidade de carga atualmente estabelecida para cada um desses atrativos.
Dimensions of Urban Park Use in Nairobi County in Kenya
Authors: Mutisya Mathias Loki
Published: October 2021

Urban parks play an integral part in the social, economic, and environmental wellbeing of the society they serve. Apart from their aesthetic value, they are a source of income, help in the purification of air, as well as being set for both passive and active recreation for improved health. Through research and case studies, it has been established that some of these parks either sometimes fail to serve their intended purpose while others fail in some aspects. This study, therefore, aims to investigate the general usage of the six gazetted urban parks in Nairobi County. Through the review of relevant literature, visitation trends, location, diversity of activities, gender, and duration of stay were found to be key determinants of the way the parks are used. A sample size of 243 convex spaces, was used for the study. Interviews and observation methods were used to gather relevant information on the use of the park spaces while data collection tools used included observation schedules, checklists, and photography. Thereafter, descriptive and correlation methods were used in the collected data analysis. The study found out that majority of urban park users were male and mostly those self-employed or jobless. The frequency of park visits was greatly affected by lack of time to visit and understanding of various benefits associated with park visits. Visitors preferred visiting with friends or in groups and stated relaxation as the main reason for visiting the parks
„Die Darstellung der Leistungsfähigkeit von Luftreinigern steht aktuell noch auf tönernen Füßen“
Authors: Gommel Udo
Published: October 2021

Können Luftreinigungsgeräte die Konzentration virenbelasteter Aerosole in Innenräumen maßgeblich reduzieren? Antworten auf diese und weitere Fragen zur Rolle lüftungstechnischer Anlagen bei der Pandemie-Bekämpfung soll eine gemeinsam von den Stuttgarter Fraunhofer-Instituten IBP und IPA durchgeführte Studie liefern. Erste Ergebnisse stellt Dr. Udo Gommel, Bereichsleiter Intelligente Automatisierung und Reinheitstechnik am Fraunhofer-Institut für Produktionstechnik und Automatisierung IPA, im Gespräch mit der HLH vor.
Energetisches, ökologisches und wirtschaftliches Potenzial der Wärmerückgewinnung für die maschinelle Klassenraum-Belüftung
Authors: Kremer Martin , Rewitz Kai , Müller Dirk
Published: October 2021

Die anhaltende Pandemie, verursacht durch das Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, führt zu einer intensiven Diskussion über die Nachrüstung von Lüftungstechnik in Schulen, welche die Belastung der Raumluft mit möglicherweise virenbelasteten Aerosolen verringern kann. Eine Studie der Universität Stuttgart hat gezeigt, dass die Zufuhr von Außenluft das Infektionsrisiko in Klassenräumen deutlich senkt [1]. Das Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Energie [2] hat eine Grundlage geschaffen, um den Einbau von raumlufttechnischen (RLT-)Anlagen in Schulen zur kontrollierten Lüftung zu fördern. Die Förderung bezieht sich dabei auf stationär verbaute RLT-Anlagen mit einer Wärmerückgewinnung (WRG) und einem maximalen Umluftanteil von 50 Prozent. In dieser simulationsbasierten Studie wird das energetische, ökologische und wirtschaftliche Potenzial der WRG für die Versorgung eines Klassenraums mit Außenluft untersucht.
Energetische Analysen für Strahlplattenheizungen
Authors: Seifert Joachim , Schinke Lars , Perschk Alf , Gritzki Ralf , Rösler Markus , Rosenkranz Jens , Oschatz Bert
Published: October 2021

Deckenstrahlplatten stellen in Großräumen ein typisches System zur Wärmeübergabe dar. Das wasserbasierte System ist hierbei an ein hydraulisches Verteilsystem angeschlossen und kann mit unterschiedlichen Erzeugungssystemen betrieben werden. Für Wärmeerzeuger (Brennwertgeräte/KWK-Systeme oder Wärmepumpen) liegen umfangreiche, energetische Untersuchungen unter verschiedensten Randbedingungen vor. Auf der Wärmeübergabeseite, zu denen Deckenstrahlplatten gehören, sind die Analysen derzeit jedoch begrenzt. Die nachfolgende Veröffentlichung fokussiert auf den Aspekt der Wärmeübergabe und stellt in ihrem Teil neue energetische Erkenntnisse im Bereich der Deckenstrahlplatten vor (Teil 1 ist erschienen in HLH Bd. 71 (2021), Nr. 9).
Self-concept Factor Influencing Antenatal Provider Selection: A Qualitative Study from Indonesian Midwives
Authors: Izzati Dwi , Dewi Erni Rosita , Rahmawati Nur Anisah , Sari Vita Ratna , Azmi Amadea Zulfiah , Prasetyo Budi
Published: October 2021

Background: The different philosophies of care between midwives and obstetricians influence maternal health services. Midwives deliver a holistic physiological approach, while obstetricians implement a medical approach and a technocratic model. Different perspectives in interpreting professional philosophies may impact the choices of antenatal providers for midwives, themselves. This study aims to determine the self-concept of Indonesian midwives in interpreting professional philosophy regarding the decision-making of the antenatal provider during pregnancies.
Materials and Methods: A qualitative descriptive with a phenomenological approach was carried out. It used a purposive sampling method. This study involves 15 midwives who are still active in providing services in private midwifery practices, primary health centers, and hospitals that had experienced pregnancy. The variable was the perspective of midwives in choosing ANC providers considering the self-concept. Data obtained by in-depth interview technique for 60-90 minutes duration and is analyzed using thematic analysis techniques.
Results: As the results, the selection of ANC providers has been shaped by the self-concept factor. Most perspectives are influenced by (1) knowledge of the physiological and high-risk of pregnancy concept (2) previous experiences in pregnancy/ childbirth/ after birth (3) role in families when addressing reproductive health decisions. Conversely, education level and work experiences did not affect the option to have antenatal care.
Conclusion: Self-concept influences midwives’ perspective of making decisions about ANC providers. This study shows there is a limited understanding of the philosophy of midwifery care which reflects on the decision-making of the midwives in regard to the care received during the pregnancy.
The Use of Contraception and Adolescent Fertility in Indonesia
Authors: Ernawati Hery , Mas'udah Anni Fithriyatul , Emilia Ova , Lusmilasari Lely , Isroin Laily , Verawati Metti
Published: October 2021

INTRODUCTION: Fertility in adolescents is closely related to the incidence of early marriage which will have an impact on increasing the incidence of pregnancy in adolescents so that it will directly affect the health of mothers and babies. The younger the age at marriage, the higher the fertility rate.
AIM: This study aimed to determine the relationship between contraception and fertility among ado­lescents.
METHODS: This quantitative study used a cross-sectional design. The population of this study was adolescents aged 15–19 years in Indonesia. The total sample of 7,547 adolescents was selected from the 2017 Indonesia Demographic and Health Survey (IDHS). Multivariate analysis using binary logistic regression was used to analyze the independent variable (contraception use) on the dependent variable (fertility) with education, work status, region, age at first sexual intercourse, economic status, and marital status as the controlled variables.
RESULTS: Multiple logistic regression analysis was used to report the relationship between independent and dependent variables controlled by potential confounder variables. The results showed that the odds ratio of contraceptives users was 46 times compared to non-user after being controlled by confounding variables (AOR=4.8; 95%CI 33.857 – 441.046) after controlled by economic status, age at first exual intercourse, and marital status.
CONCLUSION: The relationship between contraceptive use and fertility in adolescents is affected by confounding variables such as age at first sexual intercourse, economic status, and marital status. In addition, the odds ratio of contraceptives users was 46 times compared to non-users after being controlled by confounding variables.
Potential Use of Eggshell as Bone Graft Compared with Bovine for Bone Defect: A Systematic Review Study
Authors: Wardhana Hanif Andhika , Idulhaq Mujaddid , Saputra Rhyan Darma , Ermawan Rieva , Roshada Musa Fasa
Published: October 2021

Background :
The use of Bone Graft in the management of Bone Defect is a challenge in the world of orthopedics. Recently, eggshell containing hydroxyapatite has become a new hope in the use of an economical and efficient bone graft in the treatment of bone defects. The aim of this systematic review was to explore the available literature on the clinical performance of eggshells as bone grafts in guided bone regeneration.
Method :
Two databases (PubMed and Cochrane) were searched from January 2010 to September 2020. Clinical trials using eggshells as bone grafts were included in the review. Animal and in vivo studies were excluded from the review.
Results :
A total of 202 studies were taken, then screened and 15 studies finally included. Clinical and radiological evaluations show complete recovery after the procedure. Comparison with synthetic hydroxyapatite shows similar healing characteristics.
Conclusion :
Eggshell compared to bovine showed no difference in bone healing. Within the limitations of the included studies, eggshells can be used safely and efficiently in integrated bone regeneration procedures.
Keywords: Bone tissue regeneration; eggshell; bovine; bone defect; bone graft
Experiences of Family Members in Caring of Stroke Patients: A Case Study in the Border Provinces of the Upper Northeast of Thailand
Authors: Utaisang Arunrat , Pearkao Chatkane , Junsevg Khunphitha , Sangsaikaew Amornrat , Boonkong Duangjai , Korcharoenyos Chureerat
Published: October 2021

BACKGROUND: Stroke patients require continued care, which makes stroke family caregivers unlikely to anticipate the end of home health-care service.

AIM: The objectives of this study aimed, therefore, to seek understanding of stroke family caregivers in relation to caring experience, problems and barriers, and needs of family caregivers in the context of border provinces of the upper northeast of Thailand.

METHODS: The current study was based on the phenomenological approach. The study samples included 16 informants. Data collection, conducted between February and August 2020, was performed using in-depth interviews. The collected data then were analyzed using the van Manen’s approach.

RESULTS: Experiences of the stroke family caregivers were reflected and fell in van Manen’s 4 points under 12 thematic categories: (1) Lived body including lack of knowledge, fatigue, and sense of obligation; (2) lived time including paying gratitude, uncertainty, and paying retribution; (3) lived space including just long distance, being isolated in the wide world and living in a remote area; and (4) lived relation including blood thicker than water, community network, and needs from health-care services.

CONCLUSION: The findings may be exploited to develop health service preparedness for health outcome promotion for stroke patients and stroke family caregivers.
Effectivity of Psychotherapy Interventions for Anxiety in Medical Students: A Systematic Review
Authors: Kusumadewi Andrian Fajar , Marchira Carla Raymondalexas , Widyandana Widyandana , Wirasto Ronny Tri
Published: October 2021

BACKGROUND: The mental health of medical students has long been a topic of concern in many countries. Much research in Europe reported that around 30% of medical students suffered from anxiety. Anxiety disorders have significant physical and emotional consequences. Various studies show that excessive, unmanaged stress related to poor academic performance in medical students leads to cynical personalities, lack of empathy, and suicidal ideas.

AIM: This study aimed to identify studies for psychotherapy interventions carried out in medical students and analyze each impact on anxiety level in medical students.

METHODS: This systematic review was conducted with evidence sourced from 2000 to 2020. The review process followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. The study was registered with the Prospective Registering of Systematic Reviews database (Protocol ID: CRD42020180650).

RESULTS: Twenty-three studies meet the inclusion criteria, and there are various psychotherapy interventions to deal with anxiety. Most studies reported that students who received mindfulness-based interventions reported lower anxiety, depression, and stress.

CONCLUSION: There are various interventions carried out to decrease stress levels, depression, and anxiety in medical students. The most effective psychotherapy was found in cognitive and behavior intervention and mindfulness intervention.
A high order approach for nonlinear Volterra-Hammerstein integral equations
Authors: Zhang Jian ,   Harbin Normal University, Harbin 150025, China, Hou Jinjiao , Niu Jing , Xie Ruifeng , Dai Xuefei
Published: October 2021

Here a scheme for solving the nonlinear integral equation of Volterra-Hammerstein type is given. We combine the related theories of homotopy perturbation method (HPM) with the simplified reproducing kernel method (SRKM). The nonlinear system can be transformed into linear equations by utilizing HPM. Based on the SRKM, we can solve these linear equations. Furthermore, we discuss convergence and error analysis of the HPM-SRKM. Finally, the feasibility of this method is verified by numerical examples.
Implementation of lean Six-Sigma project in enhancing health care service quality during COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Tufail Muhammad Mutasim Billah ,   Department of Management Studies Bahria University Karachi Campus, Pakistan, Shakeel Muhammad , Sheikh Faheem , Anjum Nuzhat ,   Department of Business Studies Bahria University Karachi Campus, Pakistan,   Pediatric Cardiology Department, NICVD Karachi, Pakistan,   Medical Practitioner Karachi, Pakistan
Published: October 2021

The recent outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has exposed the weakness of the existing healthcare facilities in developing countries, and Pakistan has no exception. The increasing amount of patients has made this condition more vulnerable to failure. It became difficult for health care management to handle the surge of patients. This case study is based on the XYZ hospital system of Pakistan. The hospital initiates passive immunization as a savior in the absence of a vaccine. The process initiates numerous challenges as the same facility was using for passive immunization and routine operations of the hospital. DMAIC lean sig-sigma problem-solving methodology has been adopted to Define, Measure, Analyze, Implement and Control the improvement process for smooth special and routine activities. The staff and patients were interviewed, their issues were listed, and a comprehensive solution was suggested to deal with operational uncertainties. The results identified various factors through VOC and SIPOC processes, prioritized using fishbone diagram, analyzed through Kano model, and finally proposed process improvement by incorporating Kaizen process improvement methodology. Other industries could use this set of tools to evaluate and optimize routine problems, which ultimately enhances the quality and reduces cost.
Role of Polyherbal Formulations of Medicinal Plants From Himalayan Regions in the Management of Diabetes
Authors: Shah Ashfaq Ahmad , Qayoom Sumaira , Gupta Amit , Rehman Aqueel Ur
Published: October 2021

Current research on phytochemicals is mainly focused on novel phenolic and polyphenolic compounds expressing their potential as therapeutic agents in various diseases like cancer, autoimmune diseases, cardiovascular disorders, diabetes, oxidative stress-related diseases, as well as their properties to inhibit the growth and proliferation of infectious agents. Among the human physiological disorders, one of the most severe endocrine metabolic diseases is Diabetes mellitus which is a clinical disease distinguished by a deficit in the production of insulin or resistance to the action of insulin. Globally, diabetes is an increasing health concern which is now emerging as an epidemic. About 700-800 plants are exhibiting anti-diabetic activity that has been studied. As far as nanotechnology in diabetes research is concerned, it has made possible the buildout of novel glucose measurement as well as insulin delivery modalities that possess the potential to excellently enhance the quality of life of the diabetic patient.
Effects of Digital Technology on Adolescents
Authors: Saptasagar Kavita Ajit
Published: October 2021

There is a widespread use of digital technologies such as social media like Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, and mobile phones by adolescents. They are spending an average of 2-3 hours a day texting, gaming, and watching irrelevant videos. Due to this excessive use, it may lead to some health issues; it also helps to encourage the adolescents to improve their communication and knowledge. It thus follows that digital technology has both positive as well as negative effects on the young minds. However, there is no denying the fact that negative impact is much more vigorous than its positive repercussions. As far as the harmful effects of digital technology is concerned, social media and mobile devices may lead to psychological and physical issues. On the positive side, it empowers learning and communication. The need of the hour is to help and nurture our young minds in a way that they learn to focus on the positivity of the digital technology so that they can use it to the optimum and get benefitted in the best possible manner.
An Intersectionality Perspective on Rural Adolescent Access to Digital Technology in South Africa
Authors: Padayachee Amy Sarah , Khanare Fumane Portia , Louw Delin C. , Gcelu Ntombizandile
Published: October 2021

The recent COVID-19 pandemic has brought to the fore compounding disparities in the South African education system. The world at large has suddenly been faced with the challenge of blended learning given that COVID-19 has reconstituted the traditional form of education delivery. Much emphasis has been placed on global education, yet due to compounding inequalities stemming from the effects of apartheid, the South African education system has been left further entrenched in the digital divide. It is for this reason that the authors of this chapter illuminate the lack of digital technology, its subsequent effect on adolescents in rural areas, and how it impacts on their ability to learn and compete in the global education sphere. The perspective of Intersectionality theory highlighted in this chapter is used to address the inequalities perpetuated by digital technology on adolescents in rural areas.
Impact of COVID-19 on Adolescent Online Learning in Bangladesh
Authors: Himel Fahmedur Rahman , Prima Fariha Jahan
Published: October 2021

In this pandemic circumstance, the Bangladesh government started distance learning using broadcasting and online classes. This is a comparative study exploring the impact of online classes on adolescent learning during COVID-19 lockdown in Bangladesh. The study conducts a telephonic interview with 10 headteachers of urban and rural government schools through a semi-structured questionnaire. The study uses descriptive and documentary methods for analysis. The study finds the limitations and challenges facing by the teachers and the students to attend online classes. However, online examinations and assignments are more impactful than online classes to engage students and practice lessons but not enough to compensate for the learning gaps. Even parents are not satisfied with these. Many parents admitted their children to madrasah, and many parents want to continue their children's education after reopening the schools.
A Missed Opportunity for Community Engagement and Data Collection
Authors: Hathiyani Abdulhamid
Published: October 2021

This research is a case study that explores the dissemination and learnings of information which takes place in a diaspora organization in Toronto, the Kutchi Cultural Association. As a community of first-generation immigrants in Canada, the informal settings and learnings within this organization play an important role in their settlement process and build a sense of shared efficacy. The diaspora gatherings become the quintessential point of community engagement where knowledge is transferred and shared. This exploratory research discovers how information and learnings flow both within the organization as well as with mainstream institutions such as the libraries, archives, and museums. It highlights a missed opportunity for mainstream institutions of engaging such diaspora organizations that play a significant role in the sharing and gathering of information, albeit veiled and unaccounted for through official means and calls for more extensive research on the subject.
Beyond Tools and Procedures
Authors: Bartoletti Ivana , Lucchini Lucia
Published: October 2021

As artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being deployed in almost all aspects of our daily lives, the discourse around the pervasiveness of algorithmic tools and automated decision-making appears to be almost a trivial one. This chapter investigates limits and opportunities within existing debates and examines the rapidly evolving legal landscape and recent court cases. The authors suggest that a viable approach to fairness, which ultimately remains a choice that organizations have to make, could be rooted in a new measurable and accountable responsible business framework.
The Impact of Decentralized Technologies on Social Media Megacorporations
Authors: Foster-Fletcher Richard , Coi Odilia
Published: October 2021

Social media is a mega-industry built by systematically monetizing the exploitation of human emotions, reactions, and biases. The authors explain how this industry became so profitable by creating a fear of missing out (FOMO) to command our attention, blending news and content in one feed to keep users 'in-app', and using powerful algorithms to promote more provocative posts, filter content, and trigger the reward centres of our brains. The authors examine how decentralized technologies, including cryptocurrencies, tokenization, and blockchain are being developed and deployed into new social media applications. The authors speculate on how these blockchain-backed startups could challenge the status quo and appeal to new expectations of user privacy, tighter regulation, and a more equitable monetization system.
Industry 5.0
Authors: Tiwari Saurabh , Bahuguna Prakash Chandra , Walker Jason
Published: October 2021

There will be a revolution in industry and society as a result of Industry 5.0. Human-robot co-working, also known as cobots, is a key component of Industry 5.0. Industry 5.0 will overcome all the limitations of the previous industrial revolution. Humans and machines will work together in this revolution to increase the efficiency of processes by utilising human brainpower and creativity. To solve complex problems more efficiently and with less human intervention, Industry 5.0 provides a strong foundation for advanced digital manufacturing systems through interconnected networks, and it's designed to communicate with other systems, as well as powerful computing power. To enhance customer satisfaction, Industry 5.0 involves a shift from mass customization to mass personalization along with a shift from digital usage of data to intelligent use of data for sustainable development. On the basis of comparative analysis, this chapter outlines Industry 5.0's definition, its elements and components, and its application and future scope paradigm.
Narrative Review of Game AI 2000 Onwards and Future Research Directions
Authors: Gera Rajat , Chadha Priyanka
Published: October 2021

The purpose of the chapter is to structure and synthesize the research findings in Gaming AI till date by reviewing the research articles published in high citation, indexed, and peer reviewed journals. Eighteen articles were extracted through systematic process of search and exclusion and inclusion criteria adopted for the study. The selected papers were categorized according to the simulation for AI and AI-based simulation model, and AI applications from literature was reviewed, and conclusions were drawn. Research in Gaming AI is fragmented and unrelated as regards geographical, methodological, and disciplinary aspects. Gaming AI is an emerging research area which is gaining interest in recent years though very little quantitative or qualitative research has been undertaken till date. Recommendations on future research directions were made.
Halophiles
Authors: Gunjal Aparna Baban , Badodekar Nilaja Pradeep
Published: October 2021

Halophiles are extremophilic salt-loving microorganisms that can survive in an extremely high level of salinity (10-30% NaCl). They belong to all three groups (i.e., bacteria, archaea, and eukaryotes). Halophiles tolerate high salt concentration due to unique cellular adaptations like salt-in strategy, compatible solute strategy, and enzyme adaptations. The chapter describes the classification, physiology, ecology, and mechanisms of adaptations and biotechnological applications of halophiles.
No-touch automated disinfection: test results using 254nm UV-C light
Authors: Merante Francesco , Canino Silvio , Baldoni Maria Laura
Published: October 2021

COVID 19 pandemic has led the world authorities, in particular health authorities, to totally reconsider the infectious problems in all public places and in particular in hospitals, that are also burdened by specific risks, due to the concentration of subjects at risk and the consequences that necessary treatments, such as resistance of infectious agents to the drugs used, may involve. Therefore, traditional and innovative methods were compared to obtain adequate protection from contaminants, paying particular attention to the disinfection method by means of ultraviolet rays emitted by a special robotic instrument named R2S Robot. The studies carried out on the subject show that UV-C method represents a rational, effective and economically sustainable choice to ensure adequate disinfection, not only of hospital environments in general but also of frequently visited environments such as public areas and institutions, schools of all types and levels, public and private offices, especially in the light of the new regulations that have totally changed the general approach and the degree of responsibility towards not only the regular visitors of the nosocomial environments, but also the dedicated operators.
Prevalence of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus among Korean Children, Adolescents, and Adults Younger than 30 Years: Changes from 2002 to 2016
Authors: Hong Yong Hee , Chung In-Hyuk , Han Kyungdo , Chung Sochung ,   on Behalf of the Taskforce Team of the Obesity Fact Sheet of the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity
Published: October 2021

Background: Despite the importance of and social concern regarding prevention of diabetes at younger ages, limited data are available. This study sought to analyze changes in the prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in Koreans younger than 30 years according to sex, age, and level of income.Methods: The dataset analyzed in this study was derived from health insurance claims recorded in the National Health Insurance Service (NHIS) database. Participants’ level of income was categorized as low (quintile 1, <20% of insurance premium) or others (quintile 2–5).Results: In males and females, the prevalence of T2DM per 10,000 people steadily increased from 2.57 in 2002 to 11.41 in 2016, and from 1.96 in 2002 to 8.63 in 2016. The prevalence of T2DM in girls was higher in the age group of 5 to 14 years. Even though the prevalence was higher among those older than 20 years, the increase had started earlier, in the early 2000s, in younger age group. Adolescents aged 10 to 19 years in low-income families showed a remarkable increase in prevalence of T2DM, especially in boys.Conclusion: The prevalence of T2DM in young Koreans increased more than 4.4-fold from 2002 to 2016, and the increase started in the early 2000s in younger age groups and in low-income families. This is the first study to examine the trend in prevalence of T2DM in children, adolescents, and young adults in Korea. Future studies and collaborations with social support systems to prevent T2DM at an early age group should be performed.
Mirror synkineses
Authors: Obholzer A. M.K.
Published: October 2021

No abstract available.
Pengaruh COVID-19 Terhadap Kegiatan Ekspor Impor di Indonesia
Authors: Putri Diva Permata Tri , Damayanti Eva Wina Aprielya , Sianturi Intan
Published: October 2021

The Covid-19 pandemic has fatal consequences for the world economy, one of which occurred in Indonesia. Government regulations require the public to apply health protocols that must be obeyed, namely social distancing which causes traders to be hampered in the process of buying and selling activities. The purpose of this study is to analyze the impact of Covid-19 on export-import activities in Indonesia. This research method uses the desk study method, namely the collection of data sourced from secondary data obtained from BPS in 2020. The results show that: Covid-19 has had an impact including: (1) The largest decline in the value of imports in Indonesia was experienced in February 2020 and May 2020; (2) Document processing must take longer due to this pandemic and all import-export activities must be guided by health protocols that must be carried out; (3) Delay in handling the ship at the port (ship delay), which will have an impact on the delay of the goods arriving at the hands of the owner of the goods (importer) which causes the importer to also have to prepare more costs for importing the goods.
Kualitas Pelatihan dan Pendidikan Maritim dari Sudut Pandang Taruna dan Perwira Siswa
Authors: Purwantomo Agus Hadi , Rahyono  , Hidayat Dian Wahyu , Sukhanna Rahul
Published: October 2021

The world Maritime Education and Training Institute (PPM) under the International Maritime Organization (IMO) plays an important role in producing ideally skilled and competent seafarers. Developing countries, especially Indonesia, are challenged to be able to improve the quality of PPM institutions in developing their competencies that are globally oriented and based on a high level of excellence, so as to be able to maintain industrial competitiveness and overcome further globalization which causes economic growth in developing countries. This type of research uses descriptive research with a structured interview method. The main objective of this study is to assess the quality of maritime education and training from the perspective of seafarers in Indonesia. The result of this research found that a national strategy was needed for professional development for the cognitive development of seafarers.
A influência protestante na obra de Othoniel Motta e sua importância para a educação brasileira
Authors: Lessa Vilela Xavier Wendell
Published: October 2021

Este texto é resultado de pesquisa documental referente à vida e obra do gramático protestante Othoniel de Campos Motta e sua influência na educação brasileira. Baseando-se nos textos gramaticais produzidos pelo autor, verifica-se a numerosa produção bibliográfica e sua repercussão histórica no cenário educacional brasileiro. As fontes utilizadas para esta pesquisa constituem-se da literatura e material didático produzidos por Othoniel Motta bem como de textos analíticos de teólogos e historiadores que demonstram a maciça influência protestante e especialmente puritana na educação da Inglaterra puritana a partir do século 17, dos Estados Unidos e do Brasil. Para fundamentar teoricamente a análise, utiliza-se da historiografia de Christopher Hill (2012) que considera a relevância dos puritanos para a amplificação da consciência educacional inglesa no século 17. Para demonstração da influência dos herdeiros dos puritanos ingleses no sistema educacional norte-americano, utilizam-se James Packer (1996) e Leland Ryken (1992). Aliado a esses pensadores, soma-se a ideia de Abraham Kuyper (2002), fundador e reitor da Universidade Livre de Amsterdã, para quem o calvinismo não é apenas contemplação, mas restaurou a ciência ao seu domínio e deu a ela a liberdade perdida pelas visões reducionistas de sua época. A relevância desta abordagem está na problematização de uma visão de mundo e práticas educativas dela decorrentes, possibilitando reflexões sobre os seus efeitos na esfera pública.
O Ensino Religioso não confessional na Base Nacional Comum Curricular - BNCC
Authors: Horacio Heiberle Hirsgberg
Published: October 2021

É uma resenha.