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ADAPTATION AND AWARENESS OF PASSIVE DESIGN STRATEGIES IN CONTEMPORARY HOUSES OF LAHORE, PAKISTAN
Authors: Khilat Faiqa
Published: April 2024

Passive strategies help us to achieve sustainable and environment-friendly, low-impact designs and solutions. Adaptation of these depends on climatic constraints and specific use, for instance, ventilation and natural lighting. To achieve a low carbon economy, mitigation approaches are incorporated worldwide where thermal comfort is achieved without using active means. These techniques can be adopted in all climates around the world, with respect to ventilation, orientation, thermal mass, shading devices, daylighting, etc. To cater to the challenges of climate change, mitigation approaches are being incorporated worldwide in the architecture industry to reduce reliance on active means. Their application not only improves health and well-being but is also energy efficient regarding electricity consumption and provides economic benefits for the users. The application of passive design is well-seen in commercial and residential projects. To understand the prospects of passive strategies, the research is carried out to identify current awareness and adaptation potential among architects and their clients in the residential sector of Lahore, Pakistan. The research survey has been done in the form of a questionnaire designed to analyze the application of passive design strategies by architects, awareness among their clients in contemporary residential architecture of Lahore, Pakistan. The research findings show that architects are well aware and positively use these strategies, however there is a gap in the awareness of clients. Most clients preferred active means, while a few clients were inclined towards passive means. The need to make clients more aware of the benefits of these strategies was a highlighted outcome. Keywords: Passive Design, Passive Strategies, Energy Efficient, Sustainable, Contemporary, Residential, Architecture
Sistemas agroflorestais como alternativa de produção agrícola sustentável para a Região Amazônica
Authors: Cavalcante Iris Tatiane , Lisboa Cristiane Fernandes , Jesus Fernanda Lamede Ferreira de , Machado Túlio de Almeida , Pacheco Adriano Bicioni , Silva Camilla Sena da , Coelho Ana Paula de Freitas , Patriarca Jefferson de Sousa , Sanches Arthur Carniato , Albuquerque Caroline Fernanda , Antunes Arlindo Modesto , Magalhães Diana Soares
Published: April 2024

A região Amazônica vem se desenvolvendo economicamente em meio a conflitos sociais, econômicos e ambientais. No Pará a produção agrícola é caracterizada principalmente por extensas áreas de monoculturas e pastagens. O modelo de agricultura praticado em diversas regiões do Pará sempre foi baseado na agricultura de subsistência ou itinerante, cujo processo acontece a partir da derruba-e-queima, onde ocorre a substituição parcial da floresta primária, pela vegetação de capoeira. Os sistemas agroflorestais (SAF’s) são uma forma de preservação combinada com a geração de renda, e se inspiram na dinâmica natural das florestas, onde a diversidade biológica permite o melhor aproveitamento dos recursos naturais em função das distintas característica e necessidades nutricionais de cada espécie dentro de uma determinada área. Diante dos impactos negativos causados pelo modelo de agricultura convencional praticado, surge a necessidade de desenvolver um modelo de exploração agrícola sustentável. O presente trabalho apresenta os sistemas agroflorestais como um modelo sustentável de produção para agricultores familiares da região Nordeste do Pará. O trabalho foi desenvolvido por meio de um levantamento bibliográfico, fundamentado em trabalhos científicos, como livros, artigos, teses, revistas e periódicos. Pode-se verificar que os Sistemas Agroflorestais (SAFs) apresentam grande potencial para substituir o modelo de agricultura convencional, como uma alternativa de cultivo sustentável para agricultores rurais, gerando renda, garantindo a segurança alimentar das famílias, contribuindo para o desenvolvimento econômico da região ao mesmo tempo em que auxilia na conservação ambiental e restauração de áreas degradadas. Além disso, observou-se lacunas de estudo sobre o tema, evidenciando a necessidade de trabalhos futuros e atuais, uma vez que, o tema foi estudando por poucos pesquisadores e que boa parte das referências possuem mais de 10 anos.
Microaggressive Stress and Identity Trauma: The Work-Related Mental Health Risks of LGBTQ+ Music Teachers
Authors: Smith Tawnya D.
Published: April 2024

Music teachers are exposed to work-related stressors sufficient to negatively impact their mental health, and both the COVID-19 pandemic and culture wars have amplified the likelihood of teacher-targeted bullying and harassment. However, LGBTQ+ teachers have been historically more likely to experience workplace discrimination, and they may be even more at risk since the advent of the third wave of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation in the United States. Given the absence of a body of LGBTQ+ music teacher mental health research, the purpose of this review of literature was to examine teacher mental health, music teacher mental health, LGBTQ+ teacher mental health, and LGBTQ+ music teacher studies to reveal the threats to mental health that LGBTQ+ music teachers may encounter as a result of their work. I draw upon microaggressive stress theory to consider the ways that harassment and discrimination can lead to mental distress. Recommendations to prevent such stressors include implementing microintervention education and expanding access to mentorship, support groups, and mental health care. Future research is needed to determine the extent that microaggressive stress negatively impacts LGBTQ+ teachers. Studies of microintervention curricula are also needed to determine if such strategies are beneficial to reduce microaggressive stress for those in educational contexts.
COMPARISON OF BLUNT ABDOMINAL TRAUMA SEVERITY SCORING (BATSS) AND CLINICAL ABDOMINAL SCORING SYSTEM (CASS) IN BLUNT ABDOMINAL TRAUMA FOR NEED OF SURGICAL INTERVENTION
Authors: SADIA . , KHALID OB , ZULFIKAR I , ALI R , HUSSAIN MS , WASEEM R
Published: April 2024

Blunt abdominal trauma can result in severe intra-abdominal injuries that may necessitate surgery. Scoring systems such as Clinical Assessment Score for Suspected Abdominal Injury (CASS) and Blunt Abdominal Trauma in Severe Spleen Score (BATSS) aid in predicting the need for surgery but require further evaluation. Objective: To assess the efficacy of the CASS and BATSS scoring systems in predicting the necessity of surgical intervention for patients with blunt abdominal trauma. Methods: This comparative study was conducted at Dr. Ruth K. M. Pfau Civil Hospital Karachi from July 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. Vital signs on admission, signs of abdominal tenderness, distension, guarding, and organ-specific symptoms were recorded for all participants. Diagnostic imaging findings from studies such as abdominal ultrasound, computed tomography (CT) scans, or X-rays were also collected. The study included a total of 185 participants. Statistical analysis included sensitivity and specificity calculations to compare the predictive accuracy of the CASS and BATSS scoring systems. Results: The mean age of the participants was 35.8±12.67 years, with 87% being males. Road traffic accidents were the most common mode of injury (89%). The BATSS scoring system demonstrated higher accuracy in predicting the necessity of surgical intervention after blunting abdominal trauma, with 65.9% sensitivity and 95% specificity compared to the CASS scoring system. Conclusion: The BATSS scoring system shows superior efficacy in predicting the need for surgical intervention following blunt abdominal trauma compared to the CASS scoring system. This suggests that the BATSS score may be a more reliable tool for clinicians in assessing the severity of abdominal injuries and determining the appropriate course of treatment.
NURSES' ATTITUDE TOWARDS PATIENTS WITH MENTAL ILLNESS IN A TERTIARYCARE HOSPITAL
Authors: HAYDER S , ANDLEEB S , AHMED S
Published: April 2024

Nurses play a crucial role in the care of patients with mental illness, yet their attitudes towards these patients can significantly impact the quality of care provided. This study aimed to assess nurses' attitudes towards patients with mental illness in a general hospital setting. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 150 nurses working in various hospital departments. The Attitudes Towards Mental Illness (ATMI) scale was utilized to measure nurses' attitudes. Results revealed that most nurses held positive attitudes towards patients with mental illness, with a mean ATMI score of 75.4 (SD=6.8) out of 100. However, a subgroup analysis identified variations in attitudes based on nurses' years of experience and department of work. Nurses with more years of experience tended to exhibit more positive attitudes toward mental illness. At the same time, those working in acute care settings showed slightly more negative attitudes compared to those in psychiatric units. These findings underscore the importance of addressing nurses' attitudes towards mental illness to ensure the delivery of high-quality and stigma-free care to patients with mental health conditions.
ASSESSMENT OF THE THERAPEUTIC EFFICACY OF PROPRANOLOL FOR THE TREATMENT OF INFANTILE HEMANGIOMAS
Authors: SHABBIR MA , KHAN U , LATIF GR , ZAHRA S , BUTT UB
Published: April 2024

Infantile hemangiomas (IHs) are common vascular tumors affecting pediatric populations, often necessitating medical intervention due to their potential for complications. Propranolol has emerged as a promising therapeutic option for IHs, although optimal dosing regimens and treatment outcomes remain areas of ongoing research. This prospective observational study aimed to evaluate the therapeutic efficacy, safety profile, and clinical characteristics associated with propranolol treatment in pediatric patients with IHs. Eighty infants aged one month to 1 year were included in the study, with IH occurrence and treatment initiation predominantly observed within the first 12 months of life. Propranolol was administered orally at a starting dose of 2 mg/kg/day, titrated up to 3-4 mg/kg/day as tolerated. Assessment of therapeutic response revealed significant reductions in IH size and vascularity, with 31.3% of patients demonstrating an excellent response and 37.5% showing a good response. Adverse effects were minimal, with diarrhea (22.5%) and decreased heart rate (7.5%) being the most commonly reported side effects. Anatomical distribution analysis identified the parotid region as the most common site of lesion occurrence, highlighting the heterogeneous nature of IHs. Overall, our findings support the favorable outcomes of propranolol therapy in pediatric patients with IHs, emphasizing the need for individualized treatment approaches tailored to patient-specific characteristics.
COMPARISON OF EFFECTIVENESS OF TOPICAL NIFEDIPINE AND DILTIAZEM IN THE TREATMENT OF ANAL FISSURES
Authors: SADIA . , NASEER S , FAROOQI A , ZULFIKAR I , SAEED S , SHAH HH
Published: April 2024

Anal fissure, a tear in the anal canal below the dentate line, is commonly managed pharmacologically as the primary approach, with surgery considered secondary. Objective: To compare the efficacy of topical nifedipine and diltiazem in the prompt resolution of pain and bleeding associated with anal fissure management. Methods: A prospective cohort study was conducted at Dr. Ruth K. M. Pfau Civil Hospital, Karachi, from June 2023 to November 2023. One hundred patients with anal fissures were randomly allocated into two groups: Group N (Nifedipine) and Group D (Diltiazem). Topical medication was administered until healing occurred. The visual analogue scale (VAS) assessed the patient's progress in terms of bleeding and pain. Side effects were monitored. Statistical analysis included an independent t-test for comparing VAS scores and a post-stratification chi-square test for associations between bleeding, side effects, and other variables. Results: At baseline, mean pain scores were 8.30±0.90 in group D and 7.78±1.29 in group N. At the first follow-up, mean pain scores were 5.58±1.34 in group D and 4.56±1.48 in group N, with a significant difference (p<0.001). Bleeding did not significantly decrease at the first follow-up but decreased significantly at the subsequent follow-ups in both groups. Side effects did not differ significantly between groups. Conclusion: Topical nifedipine is more effective than diltiazem for managing anal fissures in terms of pain reduction. However, both medications showed comparable efficacy in reducing bleeding, with no significant difference in side effects observed.
COMPARISON OF OUTCOME (IN TERMS OF RECURRENCE) OF INCISION & DRAINAGE VERSUS ASPIRATION OF BREAST ABSCESS
Authors: HASSAN SSU , HIRAJ T , NADEEM A
Published: April 2024

Breast abscesses can lead to significant morbidity and have a negative impact on quality of life. This study aimed to compare recurrence rates after incision and drainage versus aspiration techniques in managing breast abscesses. Objective: To compare the outcome of incision and drainage versus aspiration techniques in managing breast abscesses, specifically recurrence rates. Methods: This study employed a Randomized Controlled Trial design and was conducted at the Department of General Surgery, Nishtar Hospital, Multan, over a period of six months from July 1, 2019, to January 1, 2020. A total of 60 patients meeting the inclusion criteria were randomized into two groups: Group A underwent needle aspiration, while Group B underwent incision and drainage. Both groups received a 10-day course of tab. Ciprofloxacin 500mg BD and tab danzen DS BD. The researcher performed all the procedures. Patients were followed for two weeks, and recurrence of the abscess was recorded as either "yes" or "no". Results: The study included 60 patients with a mean age of 25.58 ± 3.64 years. Of these, 35 (58.3%) were from rural areas and 25 (41.7%) from urban areas. Seventeen (28.3%) patients were unmarried, and 43 (71.7%) were married. The mean body mass index was 25.12 ± 1.97 kg/m2, with obesity present in 7 (11.7%) patients. Thirty-five (58.3%) patients were lactating, with a mean abscess duration of 3.25 ± 0.57 months. The mean abscess size was 1.20 ± 0.18 centimeters, with 55 (91.7%) abscesses ≤ 2 centimeters in size. Diabetes was not present in any patients. Recurrence occurred in 15 (25.0%) patients, with a recurrence rate of 13.3% in Group A and 36.7% in Group B (p = 0.072). Conclusion: The recurrence of breast abscesses was lower in the aspiration group compared to the incision and drainage group. These findings support the use of needle aspiration techniques for the management of breast abscesses. Surgeons treating such patients should consider employing aspiration techniques to achieve better outcomes, thereby reducing the burden of related morbidities and mortalities.
ASSESSMENT OF SURGICAL TREATMENT STRATEGIES OF IATROGENIC GIANT FEMORAL ARTERY PSEUDOANEURYSMS
Authors: YAQOOB RA , MUSTAFA MA , ZAFAR GM , JAVAID MAA , BUTT UB
Published: April 2024

Iatrogenic giant femoral artery pseudoaneurysms pose significant clinical challenges, necessitating prompt intervention to prevent complications. Despite advancements in endovascular techniques, optimal surgical strategies remain unclear. This study aimed to evaluate surgical treatment's technical and clinical outcomes for these pseudoaneurysms. Objective: To assess the technical success and clinical outcomes following surgical repair of iatrogenic giant femoral artery pseudoaneurysms. Methods: This retrospective cohort study was conducted at a tertiary care hospital in Lahore, Pakistan between July 2022 and July 2023. A total of 60 patients diagnosed with iatrogenic giant femoral artery pseudoaneurysms underwent surgical repair. It was followed up for one, three, and six months using Duplex ultrasound and CT angiography. Data were analyzed to evaluate surgical techniques, technical success rates, and postoperative outcomes. Statistical analysis was performed using descriptive statistics and chi-square tests. Results: All patients (n=60) underwent successful surgical repair with various techniques: primary repair (n=30), repair with vein patch angioplasty (n=15), interposition reversed saphenous vein graft (n=10), and interposition synthetic Dacron graft (n=5). Technical success was achieved in 100% of cases, with no limb loss or intraoperative/postoperative mortality. The presenting symptoms were resolved in all patients, with one case of postoperative groin wound infection being effectively managed with antibiotics and debridement. Conclusion: Open surgical repair of femoral pseudoaneurysms demonstrates excellent technical feasibility and serves as a first-line treatment for iatrogenic giant femoral artery pseudoaneurysm-associated complications. These findings support surgical intervention as a practical approach to managing these challenging cases.
STUDY OF GENETIC VARIABILITY IN CHICKPEA GERMPLASM AND ITS CONTRIBUTION TOWARDS GENETIC ADVANCEMENT
Authors: CHEEMA KL , SARDAR S , AMIN MA , HUSSAIN A , IQBAL J , BATOOL A , MUNIR T , AKBAR S , RASOOL I , AZIZ A , MAJEED T
Published: April 2024

Genetic variability is a pre-requisite to develop novel varieties in crop plants and to strengthen crop breeding programs at Research institutes. For this purpose, the genetic variability of nineteen chickpea genotypes was evaluated at Pulses Research Institute Faisalabad, Ayub Agricultural Research Institute during the Rabi season 2020-2021. The data were analyzed using D2 statistics, measured coefficient of variation, range, and standard deviation of various morphological traits of genotypes expressed significant value of variability. Seven principal components (PC) were extracted from the data by principal component analysis. Eigenvalues of the first two components were recorded>1 pointing out that these components have a major share in genetic variability. Data also expressed that no. of pods per plant (0.47) and root length (0.48) and plant height (0.48) and root length have the highest positive contribution of PC1 and PC2 respectively. In cluster - 1V genotypes with higher yield potential were grouped, therefore the members of cluster- 1V (D19025, D-19029, D-19036, and Bittle-2016) possessing higher grain yield along with sufficient amount of genetic diversity that can be incorporated into the genetic improvement program of chickpea.
The Relationship of Histamine Content in European Pilchard (Sardina pilchardus) with Freshness, Temperature, and Storage Duration
Authors: Khatouf Rachid , Dahani Said , El Hariri Oleya , Bouchriti Noureddine
Published: April 2024

Histamine food poisoning, stemming from the consumption of certain histamine-rich fish species, such as tuna, mackerel, European pilchards, and herring, is one of the major public health issues worldwide. The present study aimed to evaluate the histamine content in fresh European pilchard (Sardina pilchardus Walbaum, 1792) of Mehdia, a coastal city in the north of Morocco. Three randomly selected batches of fresh European pilchards, each weighing 20kg, were obtained from different boats upon landing. The evolution of histamine production was monitored every 8 hours for 6 days, with one batch stored at 0°C and the other at 10°C. The organoleptic characteristics were examined considering sensory evaluation according to the rating system of European Council Regulation No. 2406/96 as common marketing standards for certain fishery products and the quality index method (QIM). The histamine content in European pilchard flesh was determined using the fluorometric method. The results indicated that the average histamine content did not exceed 5 ppm during storage at 0°C. The freshness ratings were highest during the first 3 days, corresponding to QIM values of 0 to 10 at 0°C. On days 4 and 5, the freshness ratings were on quality A, corresponding to QIM values of 11 and 12, and on the last day, they were on quality B, corresponding to a QIM value of 15 with preservation of the organoleptic quality. Statistically, a significant correlation was found between the European pilchard’s freshness and the storage duration. In contrast, this correlation between the histamine content and the storage duration was insignificant. At 10°C, the average histamine content exceeded the regulatory limit in force (100 ppm) after 32 hours of storage, and spoilage occurred on day 3. Statistical analysis revealed a strong correlation between the histamine content, storage temperature, the degree of freshness, and the duration of storage. The extra freshness quality index of European pilchard guarantees a very large margin of safety regarding histamine and can be consumed without risk. Keywords: Degree freshness, European pilchard, Histamine, Sardine, Storage, Temperature
Neutrosophic Binary Separation Axioms associated Neutrosophic Binary Kernel Set
Authors:   Department of Mathematics, College of Education for Pure Science, Al-Muthanna University, Samawah, Iraq, Amer Amer ,   Department of Mathematics, College of Education for Pure Science, Al-Muthanna University, Samawah, Iraq,   Department of Mathematics, College of Education for Pure Science, Al-Muthanna University, Samawah, Iraq,   Department of Mathematics, College of Education for Pure Science, University of Babylon, Hillah, Iraq,   Laboratory of Information Processing, Faculty of Science Ben M’Sik, University Hassan II, B.P 7955,  Morocco, Hassan Sarab Kazim , Imran Qays Hatem , Al-Obaidi Ali H. M. Al , Broumi Said
Published: April 2024

The primary purpose of this report is to present an idea that is considered one of the main ideas in neutrosophic binary topological spaces. We plead them the axioms of neutrosophic binary separation axioms associated in the neutrosophic binary kernel. Also we studied its characteristics and the relationships between these new neutrosophic binary separation axioms and their relationships with some other properties.
Detecting Counterfeit Currency with Image Processing
Authors:   Student, Department of Information Science and Engineering, Maharaja Institute of Technology Thandavpura, Mysore, India, Trupthi Trupthi ,   Department of Information Science and Engineering 	 Maharaja Institute of Technology Thandavpura, Mysore, India,   Student, Department of Information Science and Engineering, Maharaja Institute of Technology Thandavpura, Mysore, India,   Student, Department of Information Science and Engineering, Maharaja Institute of Technology Thandavpura, Mysore, India, K. Swarnalatha. , S. Prerana T.. , C. Sonu M..
Published: April 2024

Detecting Counterfeit currency with Image Processing focuses on leveraging image processing techniques to identify counterfeit currency. Currency plays a crucial role in economic transactions, functioning as a means of trade, standard measure of value, and reservoir of wealth. Ensuring the integrity of currency is crucial for maintaining trust in financial systems, preventing economic disruptions, and protecting individuals and businesses from financial losses. The need for currency detection arises in the situation of counterfeit activities, which pose serious threats to the stability of economy. Counterfeit currency can lead to financial fraud, loss of confidence in monetary systems, and can negatively impact businesses and individuals. By employing efficient image processing algorithms, this paper aims to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of counterfeit currency detection, providing a robust tool for financial institutions, businesses, and law enforcement agencies to safeguard against economic threats.
Halal Supply Chain Performance Measurement with Supply Chain Operations Reference Approach
Authors: Herlina Rohma , Iskandar Yelita Anggiane , Sukarno Iwan
Published: April 2024

Bakso Mantul is a household industry produces ready-to-eat packaged frozen meatballs with sales areas in South Sumatra, Indonesia. The absence of halal certification of the products failed the business to get benefit of increasing income and consumer’s trust. The obligation to certify halal products is based on the Law of the Republic of Indonesia No. 33 of 2014. The preparation and performance measurement of halal supply chain management implemented by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) could support to obtain the certification. The purpose of the study is to prepare Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) using Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) as a form of standardization. SCOR could be used to maintain the products’ halal quality and measure the performance of all halal supply chain activities in the cycle view push process. From the validation results carried out by internal and external respondents of MSMEs, 12 KPIs obtained are considered valid and could be used to measure the performance of halal supply chain. From the measurement, a value of 50.78 is still categorized as average based on the Snorm De Boer system. The KPI analysis using the Traffic Light System (TLS) shows that seven KPIs are satisfying, four are not satisfactory, and one is marginal.
Pencegahan Risiko Kecelakaan dan Kepatuhan Peraturan Keselamatan Kapal Pelayaran Internasional
Authors: Rahmad Rikam , Sihombing Sarinah , Sonny Imam , Sijabat Eduard Alfian Syamsya
Published: April 2024

The purpose of the research is to find out the direct and indirect impact of the crew’s personal experience and safety training on preventing the accidental risk in compliance with shipping safety regulation of Abu Dhabi Maridive and Oil Services. Several problems found; the lack of ships’ crew awareness in compliance with the use of safety equipment when carrying out safety training and the lack of ships’ crew knowledge of the safe keeping and maintenance of the safety equipment. The study used a Path analysis with 60 samples of the Maridive and Oil Services Abu Dhabi crew. The study used linear regression analysis technique, simple correlation, partial and path analysis. The results state that the variable in compliance with safety regulations could mediate the safety training to prevent the accidental risk on board. It shows that good safety training could increase the prevention of on board accidental risk mediated by compliance of the safety regulation
Kebijakan Pemberian Bebas Visa Kunjungan Kepada Warga Negara Singapura dalam Skema Travel Bubble Indonesia Pasca Covid-19
Authors: Rizkiyanti Amanda Femalia , Zahidi M. Syaprin
Published: April 2024

Covid-19 has major impact on the Indonesian tourism sector which is the second-largest foreign exchange contributor in Indonesia. The decline of the tourists’ visit has affected several regions of tourist destinations in Indonesia and Batam is one of them. To restore the tourism sector and to revitalize the economic condition post Covid-19, Indonesia provides a travel bubble policy to Singapore as the partner country. The purpose of the study is to find out the implementation of the policy of visit visa exemption to Singapore in the Indonesian travel bubble cooperation scheme of the post Covid-19 economic recovery. The study is considered as one of the national interest concepts. This study used a qualitative descriptive research method. The study concludes that by implementing the visit visa exemption policy to Singaporean, the tourists visit to Batam has increased. It is also expected that this policy will improve bilateral relations between Indonesia and Singapore and strengthen the Indonesia economy post Covid-19.
Produktivitas Kerja Awak Kapal pada Kapal Tanker Nasional di Indonesia
Authors: Kasno Kasno , Setyawati Aswanti , Sonny Imam , Abidin Zaenal , Anggara Dian Christopher
Published: April 2024

The main problem of the national tanker company, Pertamina Trans Kontinental, is the low productivity of the ship’s crew. The purpose of the study is to find out the performance of the crew commitment, crew motivation and work facilities to improve the company’s work productivity. The data were obtained by interviewing five experts. Questionnaires were distributed to ten people of five experts and five employees of Pertamina Trans Continental. The data, then, were analyzed using AHP (Analytic Hierarchy Process). The results of the study show that some employees still need special guidance and supervision to increase their motivation and commitment and the ship facilities should also be increased. The results of the analysis using AHP show that the highest priority can be seen in work motivation factor and then followed by work commitment and work facilities.
Pemodelan Data Kecelakaan pada Perlintasan Sebidang Kereta Api DAOP VII Madiun
Authors: Astuti Septiana Widi , Dewi Puspita , Nopriyanto Windi , Ependi Ahmad , Utomo Ilham Satrio
Published: April 2024

The study aims to find the most suitable regression model of railroad level crossings accident data to obtain factors significantly affect the number of fatalities in DAOP VII Madiun. The variables used were road width, right slope, left slope, train frequency, type of crossing, large kilometer angle of view, small kilometer angle of view, Early Warning System, road status, type of crossing gates, left and right caution sign, and rumble band markings. The study used comparing method between the results of the Poisson regression model and the Negative Binomial regression model. It is found that the Negative Binomial regression model has a smaller Akaike Information Criteria and Root Mean Square Error than the Poisson model. It can be concluded that the Negative Binomial regression model is a better choice in modeling accident data in DAOP VII Madiun level crossing. Based on the modeling result, the factors significantly affect the number of fatalities in level crossings accident are road width, road status, type of crossing gate, and the presence or absence of caution signs.
Strategi Bisnis dan Efektivitas Sistem Informasi pada Operator Transportasi Barang Laut di Indonesia
Authors: Nur Yunitha Ardiana , Agusinta Lira , Kania Dinar Dewi , Thamrin Muhammad , Sembiring Honny Fiva Akira
Published: April 2024

Many studies have examined the value of strategic alignment on company’s performance in general, though the study of the information system value on other factors such as efficiency and productivity are still limited. The purpose of the study is to examine freight transportation related to its business strategy, information system strategy, Website information system effectiveness, organizational culture, and organizational effectiveness. The sample of the study was taken from 30 goods transportation companies. The data collection used 150 respondents consist of 50 academicians and 100 practitioners. The data analysis used hierarchical regression. The results show that the level of alignment of business strategy and information system affects the level of users’ satisfaction of the company’s website information system. The results also show that the level of users’ satisfaction of Web information system mediates the relationship between business strategy and information system of the company’s efficiency and productivity. The research findings do not support the role of organizational culture as a moderator of the relationship between Website information system and organizational effectiveness, although it shows the positive relationship between these variables.
Efektifitas Pengelolaan Manajemen Pergudangan Terhadap Sistem Distribusi Beras pada Pemerintah Daerah DKI Jakarta
Authors: Heryadi Muhammad Heri , Nofrisel Nofrisel , Sugiharti Endang , Simarmata Juliater , Anggara Dian Christopher
Published: April 2024

DKI Jakarta experienced the rice production deficit of 99.61% in 2020. The problem arised because DKI Jakarta could fulfill its rice necessity from other cities and the poor management of the warehouse and distribution system. The aim of the study is to propose a warehouse management to improve the effective distribution system. The study used qualitative descriptive research method. There were 16 officials of the warehouse management and distribution system in PT. Tjipinang Jaya Food Station as the participants. The data was processed using the credibility, transferability, dependability and confirmability tests approaches. The results of the study indicate that the warehouse management and distribution system in PT. Tjipinang Jaya Food Station is considered ineffective and inefficient in improving food security operation in DKI Jakarta. The evidence found is the absorption or the less than demand purchase of the product, which is 2,665 tons with a total demand of 688,226 tons. The problem with inequality distribution, decreased quantity in the distribution process, raw materials received delay, unfulfilled delivery of finished material to consumers and uncertainty of the warehouse utilization planning are factors needed to be restored continuously in the future.
Kerangka Kerja Evaluasi Kesesuaian Implementasi Vendor Managed Inventory
Authors: Undariyanto Wiwis , Bahagia Senator Nur
Published: April 2024

The aim of this research is Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) collaborating in the supply chain. Suppliers are responsible for the availability of customer goods. VMI developed in the retail industry, the VMI concept has been used in the logistics industry. The successful application of the VMI concept has become an interesting research topic for academics and practitioners. This research develops a conceptual framework for evaluating the suitability of implementing VMI for a product in a specific company. Method through systematic literature review. The result of the research is a framework for the suitability of VMI implementation. The three dimensions of the product-related framework consist of 12 elements and 39 indicators that can be used for further research.
Physical and Chemical Evaluation of Different Brands of Paracetamol Tablets
Authors: Kamour Ruwida , El-Sharaa Entesar , Eswayah Asma
Published: April 2024

Paracetamol is considered as one of the most Over-The-Counter (OTC) analgesic and antipyretic drug used. Therefore, assessment of its chemical content as well as physical tests is important to ensure its therapeutic effectiveness. This work included evaluation of three different brands of paracetamol tablets collected from different community pharmacies in Tripoli-Libya as a part of post-marketing evaluation. The physical tests included weight variation, hardness, disintegration, where chemical test included content uniformity of each brand. Physical tests were varying due to different considerations of manufacturing. Test for content of each product showed that the (A) product was of highest percentage content followed by (B)Panadol with small difference where Panadol from (C) had the lowest value; 92%. The results showed the failure of code (C) drug to comply with pharmacopoeia standards for uniformity of contents.
Rhizobacteria promoting plant growth as a biofertilization substitute in sustainable agriculture
Authors: Moreno Reséndez Alejandro , García Mendoza Verónica , Reyes Carrillo José Luis , Vásquez Arroyo Jesús , Cano Ríos Pedro
Published: April 2024

In order to maximize agricultural yields and reduce environmental effect, modern agriculture must overcome new obstacles in the integration of ecological and molecular approaches. Synthetic fertilizer doses per unit area have been greatly raised to produce larger yields, but this has resulted in pollution, health problems, and a loss of soil fertility, making it one of the biggest issues in agricultural production. Research has focused on developing new biotechnologies to increase production without the use of synthetic fertilizers, which has sparked interest in beneficial soil microorganisms that can encourage plant growth and, in certain situations, guard against pathogen infections of plant tissue. Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) have intricate interactions with the biotic environment of microorganisms and plants, and they use many methods of action to support plant growth. These methods fall into three categories: 1) phytostimulation; 2) biocontrol; and 3) biofertilization. When crops are injected with PGRP, it significantly lowers the usage of synthetic fertilizers and their detrimental effects on the soil, boosts crop yields, and benefits the economy of the producer as well as the supply of food for the general public. The advantages that CVPGRs provide to agricultural activities are the main topic of this review, which also covers the fundamental elements of the relationship between CVPGRs and plant species.
Innovative Start-Ups and Competition Policy
Authors:   , Dijk Esmée Sabine Romée
Published: April 2024

This dissertation explores the relationship between competition and innovation. It challenges traditional antitrust measures, proposing nuanced strategies to ensure fair competition, foster innovation, and protect consumer interests. Chapter 2 delves into the dynamics of start-up acquisitions and their impact on innovation, highlighting the importance of considering factors like bargaining power and expected acquisition rents. By examining two distinct scenarios, one where start-ups strategically allocate resources to enhance bargaining power and another where acquirers assume control over the start-up's research portfolio, the chapter shows the need for case-by-case assessments rather than blanket prohibitions on acquisitions. In Chapter 3, the focus shifts to the consequences of start-up acquisitions on innovation portfolios of both start-ups and incumbents. Finally, Chapter 4 explores the influence of cross-ownership arrangements on innovation direction and consumer welfare, advocating for a nuanced approach that weighs the positive innovation effects against potential negative price effects.
Shared decision-making revisited
Authors:   , Spinnewijn Laura
Published: April 2024

In healthcare, 'shared decision making' (SDM) refers to when both the patient and clinician collaborate to determine the best course of care or treatment. Despite its growing importance, SDM isn't consistently practiced. Doctors play a key role in its application, leading this thesis to explore how to effectively teach SDM to young doctors and examine the factors influencing its adoption in practice, such as doctor culture, personal beliefs, cognitive processes, and contextual factors.

The research reveals that most SDM training programs in healthcare fall short in providing effective learning experiences, lacking experiential learning and opportunities for reflective practice. Even when doctors receive patient feedback, it does not always translate into improved decision-making, often due to insufficient mentor guidance. Additionally, doctors' culture, emphasizing medical evidence and autonomy in decision-making, affects their approach to SDM. Challenges arise when care becomes complex, leading to inconsistencies between traditional practices and collaborative decision-making.

Despite efforts to empower patients, doctors often still make decisions on their behalf. Effective SDM requires active doctor involvement to tailor care to each patient's unique needs, yet doctors may struggle in this regard. Initiatives to enhance SDM must recognize its complexity and leverage insights from other disciplines to support professional learning and change.

The study employed various research methods, including a systematic review of SDM training initiatives, interviews with healthcare providers, patient questionnaires, and an anthropological study exploring doctor culture's impact on SDM. Research findings are qualitatively analyzed, drawing on diverse social science theories.
Assessing Radiation Exposure and Contrast Agent Utilization: A Comparative Analysis of the Woven EndoBridge Device and Stent-Assisted Coil Embolization for Managing Unruptured Wide-Neck Bifurcation Aneurysms
Authors: Baek Jinwook , Jeong Hae Woong , Han Ji-Yeon , Heo Young Jin , Yun Sooyoung , Lee Won Hee , Kim Sung Tae
Published: April 2024

Purpose: In this study, we determined whether there were significant differences in procedure time, radiation dose, fluoroscopy time, and total contrast media dose when unruptured wideneck bifurcation aneurysms (WNBAs) were treated with the Woven EndoBridge (WEB) device and stent-assisted coil (SAC) embolization.Materials and Methods: The WEB device and SAC embolization (14:17) were used to treat 31 cases of internal carotid artery bifurcation, anterior communicating artery, middle cerebral artery bifurcation, and basilar bifurcation aneurysms between August 2021 and December 2022. The procedure time, radiation dose, fluoroscopy time, and total contrast medium dose between the 2 treatment groups were compared and analyzed. In the WEB device group, the results between operators were compared, and the follow-up radiologic outcomes were investigated.Results: The procedure and fluoroscopy times were significantly shorter in the WEB device group. Radiation and total contrast media dose were also significantly smaller in the WEB device, but there was no significant difference in results between operators. The follow-up radiological outcome showed adequate occlusion in 83.3% (10/12) of cases.Conclusion: The WEB device can be used as an alternative treatment method among the available endovascular treatment methods for WNBAs to reduce radiation exposure and the dose of contrast media when used adequately with appropriate indications.
Preface: 4th International Conference on Education and Educational Development (EED 2023)
Authors: Wu Benqing , Karsten Stacey
Published: April 2024

It was a great honor to extend a warm invitation to the 4th International Conference on Education and Educational Development (EED 2023). The conference was held from November 18-19, 2023 in Suzhou City, China. EED 2023 was co-organized by Hubei Xuemi Cultural Development Co., Ltd. and Research Center of Engineering and Science (RCES).

The aim of EED 2023 is to provide a platform for educators, scholars, managers and graduate students from different cultural backgrounds to present and discuss research, developments and innovations in the fields of Education, Educational Development & Social Science. It provides opportunities for the delegates to exchange new ideas and application experiences, to establish business or research relations and to find global partners for future collaboration.

EED 2023 received 87 manuscripts. And less than 50 submissions had been accepted by our reviewers. By submitting a paper to EED 2023, the authors agreed to the review process and understood that papers undergo a peer-review process. Manuscripts were reviewed by appropriately qualified experts in the field selected by the Conference Committee, who gave detailed comments and-if the submission was accepted the authors would submit a revised version that considered this feedback. All papers were reviewed using a double-blind review process: authors declared their names and affiliations in the manuscript for the reviewers to see, but reviewers did not know each other’s identities, nor did the authors receive information about who had reviewed their manuscript. The Committees of EED 2023 invested great efforts in reviewing the papers submitted to the conference and organizing the sessions to enable the participants to gain maximum benefit.

Hopefully, all participants and other interested readers will benefit scientifically from the proceedings and also find it stimulating in the process.

With our warmest regards,

Benqing Wu

Stacey Karsten

Conference Organizing Committees
The effect of the KUD strategy on extended thinking and learning the serving skill among students of the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences / University of Wasit
Authors: Mustafa Waleed Al-Fahdawy  , Haneen Maisam Al-Saady  , Ahmed Jamal Al-Fahdawy
Published: April 2024

تعتبر استراتيجية kud  من الاستراتيجيات التي لها دور كبير في التفكير ما بين الطلاب في المجموعة الواحدة وما بين المجموعات الاخرى والتفكير مابين الطلاب يكون مختلف ، و برزت اهمية البحث بالاعتماد على استراتيجية KUD في التفكير الممتد و تعلم مهارة الارسال بالكرة الطائرة وصولا الى الاداء الصحيح وتحقيق الهدف الاساسي للبحث. واما مشكلة البحص  ان هناك ضعف في اداء مهارة الارسال بالكرة الطائرة ويعزو الباحثون ضعف مهارة الارسال وذالك بسبب صعوبة ادائها كونهم طلاب جدد وتدرس لديهم للمرة الاولى و تحتاج ان توظف كل الوسائل والاساليب والطرائق من خلالها تسهل عملية التعلم وتجعل عملية التعليم عملية مثمرة  وناجحة. ويهدف البحث  الى بناء مقياس التفكير الممتد لطلاب المرحلة الثانية كلية التربية البدنية وعلوم الرياضة واعداد وحدات تعليمية بأستراتيجية KUD لتعلم مهارة الارسال بالكرة الطائرة لطلاب المرحلة الثانية و التعرف على أثر استراتيجية KUD في التفكير الممتد وتعلم مهارة الارسال بالكرة الطائرة لطلاب المرحلة الثانية. تم اختيار المنهج الملائم لطبيعة مشكلة واهدافها المراد حلها وتم اتخاذ المنهج التجريبي بأسلوب المجموعتان الضابطة والتجريبية ( ذوات الاختبار القبلي والبعدي )و تمثلت عينة البحث بطلاب المرحلة الثانية كلية التربية البدنية وعلوم الرياضة جامعة واسط للعام الدراسي(2023_2024) بواقع (185طالب)، وبناء على متطلبات البحث  بلغت عينة بناء مقياس التفكير الممتد (100) طالب. اما عينة التجربة الاستطلاعية بلغت (10) طلاب. اما عينة التجريبية بلغت (20) طالب. اما عينة الضابطة بلغت ( 20).  ومن ثم اعد الباحثون (5) وحدات تعليمية بواقع وحدة تعليمية واحدة في الاسبوع وزمن الوحدة التعليمية 90 دقيقة. وبعدها تم التحقق من نتائج البحث عن طريق الحقيبة الاحصائية . واستنتج الباحثون ان استراتيجية KUD للمجموعة التجريبية يشجع الطلبة عل الاسئلة وتنمية افكارهم وتشجيعهم عل حل المشكلة و ساعد على تطوير مهارة الارسال بالكرة الطائرة. وان التطور في مستوى الطلاب والتزامهم واستمرارهم بالوحدات وتعاونهم داخل المجموعة والمشاركة الفعالة ساعد على تعلم المهارة. وان شرح وعرض  وتطبيق المهارة في نشاط تعليمي ساعدهم عل دقة الاداء  التمرينات وفق الاستراتيجية دورها فعال في تطوير التفكير الممتد . واوصى الباحثون بضرورة استخدام استراتيجية KUD في اجراء البحوث  العلمية على الالعاب الفردية والفرقية والتنوع لانها اكثر تشويقا. ولتأكيد على استخدام استراتيجية  Kud لاهميتها في زيادة رغبة الطلاب وتعاونهم  وتحفيز واستمرار الاداء لدى الطلبة. واعتماد المقياس المبني لقياس التفكير الممتد بالكرة الطائرة للطلاب لانه ساهم بتطوير لتفكير الممتد لدى الطلبة،والهدف من التنمية هو التاكد من الايتخلف طالب عن تعلم وترابط الافكارلاداء المهارة والتوصل الى التفكير الممتد.
TUMOR DE CÉLULAS GIGANTES EM ARCOS COSTAIS: UM RELATO DE CASO
Authors: Silva Isabella Ferreira , Lopes Gabriel Ferreira , Silva Gabriela Ferreira
Published: April 2024

O tumor de células gigantes (TCG) é uma neoplasia rara, predominante em mulheres na terceira e quarta década de vida, com manifestações principalmente em arcos costais. O diagnóstico envolve análise clínica, histopatológica e de imagem. Foi descrito um caso de TCG em arcos costais esquerdos, diagnosticado por exames de imagem, imuno-histoquímica e anatomopatologia. A paciente foi submetida a toracectomia com boa recuperação pós-operatória. A escassez de literatura ressalta a importância de relatos de casos para compreender melhor essa condição.