bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Cultural Acculturation on the Acceptance of the Role of Chinese Ethnicity in Singkawang City Government
Authors: Maisondra Maisondra
Published: October 2023

The Chinese ethnic community in Indonesia faces challenges in integrating with other groups, including in Singkawang. Singkawang is a positive example of a community where harmony and mutual understanding among ethnic groups have prevailed. Rarely are incidents, whether riots or conflicts related to the Chinese ethnic group, found. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the active role of the Chinese ethnic community in the governance of Singkawang through acculturation. This study was conducted with the direct involvement of the researcher on-site. The study used qualitative-descriptive to understand the phenomenon or events regarding cultural acculturation in Singkawang. Historical, anthropological, and sociological approaches are employed to comprehend this phenomenon. Interviews were conducted with ethnic communities to gather primary data, including the Chinese, Dayak, Malay, and Madurese ethnic groups and the Singkawang local government. Secondary information was collected from various research findings, news sources, and historical documents. The results indicate an active role of the Chinese ethnic community in the governance of Singkawang. Their presence is accepted and supported by all ethnic groups in society as a result of the acculturation process that has been ongoing for some time. More specifically, cultural acculturation has occurred between the Chinese ethnic community and other groups, such as the Malay and Dayak communities. This acculturation has generated positive perceptions among the community. Acculturation has also led to language, material culture, dietary habits, and clothing changes. The direct interaction among diverse groups and shared economic conditions play a role in shaping or influencing this situation.
Development of a Subjective Visual Vertical Test System Using a Smartphone With Virtual Reality Goggles for Screening of Otolithic Dysfunction: Observational Study (Preprint)
Authors: Umibe Akiko , Fushiki Hiroaki , Tsunoda Reiko , Kuroda Tatsuaki , Kuroda Kazuhiro , Tanaka Yasuhiro
Published: October 2023

BACKGROUND

The subjective visual vertical (SVV) test can evaluate otolith function and spatial awareness and is performed in dedicated vertigo centers using specialized equipment; however, it is not otherwise widely used because of the specific equipment and space requirements. An SVV test smartphone app was developed to easily perform assessments in outpatient facilities.

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to verify whether the SVV test smartphone app with commercially available virtual reality goggles can be used in a clinical setting.

METHODS

The reference range was calculated for 15 healthy participants. We included 14 adult patients with unilateral vestibular neuritis, sudden sensorineural hearing loss with vertigo, and Meniere disease and investigated the correlation between the SVV test results and vestibular evoked myogenic potential (VEMP) results.

RESULTS

The SVV reference range of healthy participants for the sitting front-facing position was small, ranging from –2.6º to 2.3º. Among the 14 patients, 6 (43%) exceeded the reference range for healthy participants. The SVV of patients with vestibular neuritis and sudden sensorineural hearing loss tended to deviate to the affected side. A total of 9 (64%) had abnormal cervical VEMP (cVEMP) values and 6 (43%) had abnormal ocular VEMP (oVEMP) values. No significant difference was found between the presence or absence of abnormal SVV values and the presence or absence of abnormal cVEMP and oVEMP values; however, the odds ratios (ORs) suggested a higher likelihood of abnormal SVV values among those with abnormal cVEMP and oVEMP responses (OR 2.40, 95% CI 0.18-32.88; P>.99; and OR 2, 95% CI 0.90-4.45; P=.46, respectively).

CONCLUSIONS

The SVV app can be used anywhere and in a short period while reducing directional bias by using virtual reality goggles, thus making it highly versatile and useful as a practical otolith dysfunction screening tool.
Investigation of the Association Between e-Cigarette Smoking and Oral Mucosal Health Status Among Young People: Protocol for a Case-Control Trial (Preprint)
Authors: Cheng Siyuan
Published: October 2023

BACKGROUND

Given the paucity of current safety studies related to e-cigarettes, there are no definitive studies on whether e-cigarettes cause oral mucosal lesions or even oral cancer. Although it is still undetermined whether e-cigarettes are harmless, an increasing number of teenagers choose to smoke e-cigarettes and believe that they are not harmful to the human body.

OBJECTIVE

This aims to determine whether e-cigarettes cause damage to the oral mucosa. This study also aims to evaluate the association between e-cigarette smoking and oral mucous membrane lesions in young adults. The objectives are to (1) compare the oral mucosal conditions in participants with and without e-cigarette smoking habits, (2) assess the effect of the amount of e-cigarette smoking on oral mucosal conditions, and (3) assess the effect of the duration of e-cigarette smoking on oral mucosal conditions.

METHODS

In this prospective study, 304 youths aged 15 to 24 years (n=152, 50% who smoke only e-cigarettes and n=152, 50% who do not smoke e-cigarettes or cigarettes) will be divided into 2 groups for a controlled study. Whether e-cigarettes cause oral mucosal lesions will be verified by comparing the odds of oral mucosal lesions in the 2 experimental groups. For this experiment, the predefined power is 80% (P=.04), and the predefined proportions of groups 1 and 2 are 11% and 2.5%, respectively.

RESULTS

This experiment is at the conceptualization phase and has not yet been carried out. Experimenters have not been recruited and no data have been collected.

CONCLUSIONS

e-Cigarettes are still an unfamiliar topic to the public, and it is still unknown whether they can cause damage to the oral mucosa. This experiment aims to find out whether there is a link between the 2. There are still many limitations in this study, such as the lack of categorization of e-cigarettes and the lack of testing methods for oral mucosal status. These limitations are expected to be addressed in the future as the experiment is formally conducted and further optimized.

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Research on the Relationship among Digital Inclusive Finance, Agricultural and Rural Modernization and Rural Residents’ Income Based on PVAR Model
Authors: Wang Jiatong
Published: October 2023

Based on the panel data of 30 provinces and municipalities from 2011 to 2021, this paper constructs PVAR model to study the relationship among digital inclusive finance, agricultural and rural modernization and rural residents’ income. It is found that: Firstly, digital inclusive finance is the unidirectional Granger cause of agricultural and rural modernization, and there is a bidirectional Granger causality between digital inclusive finance and rural residents’ income. There is also a bidirectional Granger causality between agricultural and rural modernization and rural residents’ income, and there is a direct or indirect influence mechanism among them. Secondly, digital inclusive finance has a strong self-enhancement mechanism, while rural residents’ income and agricultural and rural modernization have self-enhancement in a short term. At the same time, digital inclusive finance obviously promotes rural residents’ income increase, and the two factors promote each other in the short term. Rural residents’ income increase can promote agricultural and rural modernization in the short term, while the development of digital inclusive finance lags behind in promoting agricultural and rural modernization. Finally, the biggest impact of digital inclusive finance, agricultural and rural modernization and rural residents’ income comes from themselves, and the coordination among them needs to be strengthened.
Analysis of Urban Thermal Environment Effect by TIRS and GIS: A Case Study of Zhuhai, Guangdong
Authors: Zhang Tingjun , Wang Ruei-Yuan , Wang Zhe Zhu Yun-Shang
Published: October 2023

The rapid development of urbanization in China is not only reflected in the tight land area and rapid population growth but also causes changes in the local urban climate, such as the increasingly obvious urban heat island effect (UHIE). This study explores the impact of urban surface cover types on the urban thermal environment. Taking Zhuhai City, Guangdong Province as an example, based on Landsat-8 thermal infrared remote sensing (TIRS) data, the atmospheric correction method (also known as Radiation Transfer Equation, RTE) and spilt-window inversion algorithm are used to invert the land surface temperature (LST) of the study area and compare their accuracy. After applying ArcGIS to normalize the data, the standard deviation method was used to classify the LST and obtain the distribution map of surface temperature levels in the urban area. In addition, the urban heat island proportion index was used to evaluate the UHIE in the study area, and the distribution of UHIE intensity was obtained. Based on geographical and national data, a combination of mathematical and spatial statistics was used to establish a correlation between the proportion of underlying surface coverage and LST in three different types of water bodies: vegetation and impermeable water surfaces. The results of the effect of urban underlying surface layout on the thermal environment were obtained, and the overall thermal environment effect of the city was obtained.
Formulation and Evaluation of Floating in Situ Gel of Lafutidine
Authors: Damodhar Vijay Kumar
Published: October 2023

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and peptic ulcers are prevalent gastrointestinal disorders that significantly impact the quality of life of affected individuals. Lafutidine, a histamine H2-receptor antagonist, has demonstrated effectiveness in managing these conditions. However, its short gastric residence time limits its therapeutic efficacy. To address this limitation, we aimed to formulate and evaluate a floating in situ gel of Lafutidine for prolonged gastric retention and enhanced therapeutic outcomes. In vivo studies were conducted on albino Wistar rats to assess the pharmacokinetic parameters and gastric residence time. The pharmacokinetic evaluation demonstrated that the floating in situ gel exhibited improved Lafutidine bioavailability compared to the conventional dosage form. Gastric residence time was significantly extended, enhancing Lafutidine's therapeutic efficacy. Overall, the formulation and evaluation of the floating in situ gel of Lafutidine demonstrated its potential as an effective drug delivery system for the management of GERD and peptic ulcers. The extended gastric retention and enhanced bioavailability of Lafutidine make this formulation a promising option for improving patient compliance and therapeutic outcomes in the treatment of these gastrointestinal disorders. Further clinical studies are warranted to establish its clinical efficacy and safety profile.
A brief overview of the ethnomedical, pharmacological, and phytochemical uses of Sida spinosa
Authors: Sharma Deepak , Mishra Richa , Saluja Manmeet Singh
Published: October 2023

This overview of Sida spinosa Linn covers its traditional use, ethanobotanical considerations, phytochemistry, and pharmacology in great detail. There are several traditional use for the plant. It has been said that the demulcent and refrigerant characteristics of the leaves may help with gonorrhoea, gleet, and hot urine. The filtrate obtained from crushing them in water is then ingested. The root is used for mild instances of fatigue and fever as a tonic and diaphoretic. Its decoction is used as a demulcent for bladder irritation and gonorrhoea. A demulcent decoction used for bladder and genital tract irritation. The leaves may be used to scald urine or as a demulcent. Antibacterial, antifungal, antihelmintic, antifertility, antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-HIV, anti-arthritic, cytoprotective, hepatoprotective, anti-diarrheal, and analgesic activities are just some of the traditional and pharmacological properties attributed to Sida spinosa.
Effortless Test Maintenance: A Critical Review of Self-Healing Frameworks
Authors: Khankhoje Rohit
Published: October 2023

Abstract: As the intricacy of web applications continues to escalate, the difficulties linked with the upkeep of testing in web-based automation have grown more apparent. Conventional automation scripts frequently encounter difficulties in adjusting to frequent modifications in web components, resulting in substantial manual endeavours and diminished testing efficacy. In reaction to these challenges, self-correcting web-based automation frameworks have emerged as a promising resolution. This critical review paper offers a comprehensive examination of web-based automation frameworks that have the ability to selfheal. It provides a thorough analysis of their principles, mechanisms, and real-world applications. Through the categorization and analysis of these frameworks' essential components, this review aims to elucidate their effectiveness in addressing the continuously evolving nature of web applications.While acknowledging the advancements made possible by self-healing frameworks, this review also explores the inherent challenges and limitations they possess. It outlines potential areas for future research and highlights emerging trends, such as the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning, which have the potential to further enhance the self-healing capabilities of these frameworks. In summary, this evaluative critique offers a valuable asset for researchers, practitioners, and organisations aiming to optimize the process of managing tests in web-based automation. Through comprehending the fundamental concepts and potential compromises of self-healing frameworks for web-based automation, testing teams can strive towards effortless test maintenance and enhanced quality of web applications
Transdermal Drug Delivery System
Authors: Suryawanshi Dr. Amrata D
Published: October 2023

Abstract: A various non-invasive administration have recently emerged as an alternative toconventional needles. Transdermal drug delivery system is most attractive method. The transdermal as route has numerous advantages over the more traditional drug delivery system and they include high bioavailability, absence offirst pass hepatic metabolism, steady drug plasma concentration. and the fact that therapy is noninvasive. TDDS could be applicable in not only Pharmaceuticals but also in the skin industry, including cosmetics. Transdermal drug delivery has made an important contribution to medical practice such as diabetes, hemo rrhoids arthritis, migraine and Schizophrenia treatment, but yet to fully achieve it’s potential in the treatment of Obesity. The adhesive of the transdermal drug delivery system is critical to the safety, efficacy and quality of product
Effect of Partial Replacement of Fine Aggregate with Copper Slag and CRT With Addition of Aramid Kevlar Fiber
Authors: Ahmed Sheikh Umar
Published: October 2023

Abstract: Concrete is the most widely used construction material and the second most consumed substance in the world. Different Copper Slag and CRT concretes were created in this study by using Aramid Kevlar fiber in place of fine Aggregates. Every construction makes use of a significant amount of concrete because of its importance. Cathode-Ray Tube (CRT) technology has lagged behind as a result of the constant replacement of new technologies, such as LED Display Panel and Liquid Crystal Displays (LCD), which is leading to an increase in the number of discarded CRTs that need to be disposed of each year globally. The heavy waste material known as CRT funnel glass can increase the weight per unit of concrete. In terms of the components of products made during the copper production process, copper slag qualifies as an industrial product. It is a crystalline granular substance that can be utilized as a finer aggregate in concrete because of its high density and sand-like particle size. Aramid Kevlar fiber are completely synthetic organic polymers, aromatic polyamides are sometimes known as kevlar fiber.
CERTI-BLOCK A Blockchain Technology Based Certificate Validation System
Authors: Naik Mrs. Shruti P
Published: October 2023

Abstract: In recent years, blockchain technology has made significant strides, offering promising opportunities to revolutionize the education sector. This innovation can create innovative and cost-effective learning pathways while redefining the relationships between educators and students. One of its most transformative aspects is the creation of immutable digital certificates, which could overcome the limitations of current certificate verification systems by providing speed, reliability, and independence from central authorities. Despite its potential, the application of blockchain in education is still in its infancy, and this paper aims to shed light on this emerging field
A Closer Look at Building Structure History
Authors: Patel Rutvij
Published: October 2023

Abstract: Anyone working in the structure industry runs a far greater risk of making mistakes if they are not aware of the notion of a building's structure. It is crucial to understand the fundamental ideas behind the structure because this frequently influences the building's age, dependability, and strength. Anyone will become acquainted with the foundational concepts of building structures after reading this paper, ensuring that your understanding of these concepts is accurate and that mistakes are prevented. In this essay, you will discover the definition of a structure, different sorts of structures, structure components, Primary and Secondary components etc.
Does student's critical thinking and collaboration skills can empower through investigation and thinking learning strategy?
Authors: Listiana Lina , Loka Nadiya Mutiara , Gayatri Yuni
Published: October 2023

The low critical thinking skills and collaboration skills of students in biology learning are caused by the dominance of conventional learning, so they require alternative learning strategies. This study aims to determine the effect of GITTW learning strategy on student critical thinking and collaboration skills. The research design used was quasi-experiment with a pre-test and post-test control group design. The class X of Science-2 and of Science-3 SMA Negeri 01 Paciran became sample (N=72), with details; the control class and treatment class consisting of 36 students. Data collection critical thinking skills using easy test before and after treatment with Facione rubric developed and data collaborative skills using observation sheet assessment rubric developed by Suharti. Data were analyzed descriptively and statistically through normality test, Wilcoxon test with =0.05, and N-gain test. The results showed that the GITTW learning strategy had an effective effect, and can be applied by the teacher as an alternative learning strategy.
Varying ethnicity of students potentially improve the ability of the group in completing bacteriology practice projects
Authors: Tanah Boleng Didimus , Maasawet Elsje Theodora , Swandana Hariska
Published: October 2023

Student ethnicity is one of the internal factors that influence student learning. Bacteriology is a course that examines prokaryotic unicellular living things and is practiced in laboratories that need to implement projects. The aim of this research is to know the distribution of students based on their ethnicity. The research sample was students who programmed the bacteriology course in the Biology Education Study Program at Mulawarman University, in the even semester of the 2022/2023 academic year. The sampling technique is purposive sampling. The research instrument is a questionnaire. The data analysis technique is percentage. The results of the data analysis show that there are various student ethnicities. There are four ethnic groups that dominate other ethnic groups, namely: Javanese (25.5%), Bugis (18.8%), Kutai (16.4%), and Banjar (14.9%). Completion of projects in groups whose members are heterogeneous based on ethnicity allows the participation of every member of the group. The conclusion is that there are various student ethnicities who program bacteriology courses, namely those consisting of ethnic Javanese, Bugis, Kutai, Banjar, Berau, Toraja, Paser, Mandar, Batak, Palembang, and Dayak. It is necessary to add a larger sample size for similar research in order to obtain more information.
The Disappearance of Languages and Natural Bilingualism
Authors: Alexandrova Nina Sh.
Published: October 2023

The disappearance of small languages occurs through an obligatory phase of collective natural bilingualism (i.e., bilingualism resulting from language contacts) and ends with the transition of the language community to a more widespread and promising language. The disappearance of languages is the most large-scale manifestation and realization of the desire of the language system for monolingualism; with individual natural bilingualism, this desire manifests itself as linguistic attrition. Mathematical modeling of the phenomenon confirmed the hypothesis about the instability of natural bilingualism: both the individual one, and the collective natural bilingualism providing «double» communication, are at the same time a phase of transition to monolingualism. Language keepers are monolinguals, therefore the main condition for the preservation of an ethnic language is the existence of a monolingual repository (e.g., a country where the majority of the population has one mother tongue). At the same time, monolinguals can have as many foreign languages mastered in a logical way. Optimal for the preservation of any ethnic language (not just a small one) is the monolingualism of preschoolers (indigenous language) and the introduction of the second, third, etc. languages at the school age in a logical way. Keywords: disappearance of languages, collective natural bilingualism, artificial bilingualism, language attritions, non-linear dynamics, mathematical modeling, unstable state, monolingual repository.
AI-Enabled Software and System Architecture Frameworks: Focusing on Smart Cyber-Physical Systems (CPSs)
Authors: Moin Armin , Badii Atta , Günnemann Stephan , Challenger Moharram
Published: October 2023

Several architecture frameworks for software, systems, and enterprises
have been proposed in the literature. They identified various
stakeholders and defined architecture viewpoints and views to frame and
address stakeholder concerns. However, the stakeholders with data
science and Machine Learning (ML) related concerns, such as data
scientists and data engineers, are yet to be included in existing
architecture frameworks. Therefore, they failed to address the
architecture viewpoints and views responsive to the concerns of the data
science community. In this paper, we address this gap by establishing
the architecture frameworks adapted to meet the requirements of modern
applications and organizations where ML artifacts are both prevalent and
crucial. In particular, we focus on ML-enabled Cyber-Physical Systems
(CPSs) and propose two sets of merit criteria for their efficient
development and performance assessment, namely the criteria for
evaluating and benchmarking ML-enabled CPSs and the criteria for
evaluation and benchmarking of the tools intended to support users
through the modeling and development pipeline. This study deploys
multiple empirical and qualitative research methods based on literature
review and survey instruments, including expert interviews and an online
questionnaire. We collect, analyze, and integrate the opinions of 77
experts from over 25 organizations in 10 countries to devise and
validate the proposed framework.
Biodegradation of Ancient Organic Carbon Fuels Seabed Methane Emission at the Arctic Continental Shelves
Authors: You Kehua
Published: October 2023

This study explores the carbon stability in the Arctic permafrost
following the sea level transgression since the Last Glacial Maximum
(LGM). Arctic permafrost is a significant natural reservoir of
greenhouse gas which is stored in frozen organic carbon, methane
hydrates and natural gas reservoirs. Post-LGM sea level transgression
resulted in ocean water, which is up to 20 oC warmer compared to the
average annual air mass, inundating, and thawing the permafrost. This
study develops a one-dimensional multiphase flow, multicomponent
transport numerical model and apply it to investigate the coupled
thermal, hydrological, microbial, and chemical processes occurring in
the thawing permafrost. Results show that microbial methane is produced
and vented to the seawater immediately upon the flooding of the Arctic
continental shelves. This microbial methane is generated by
biodegradation of the previously frozen organic carbon in the thawing
permafrost. The maximum seabed methane flux is predicted in the shallow
water where the sediment has been warmed up, but the remaining amount of
organic carbon is still high. It is less likely to induce seabed methane
emission from methane hydrate dissociation. Such situation only happens
when there is very shallow (~200 m depth),
intra-permafrost methane hydrate, the occurrence of which is limited.
This study provides insights into the limits of methane release from the
ongoing flooding of the Arctic permafrost, which is critical to
understand the role of the Arctic permafrost in the carbon cycle, ocean
chemistry and climate change.
Low-Cost Photogrammetry Rig for 3D Crop Modelling and Plant Phenomics
Authors: Hrzich Joe , Bidinosti Christopher P. , Beck Michael A. , Henry Christopher J. , Manawasinghe Kalhari , Tanino Karen
Published: October 2023

Photogrammetry is the science of obtaining a 3D scan of an object.
Through this process, reliable information about the physical object’s
complex structure can be obtained, studied and analysed. A low-cost
Structure from Motion (SfM) technique can be used to create 3D models
using multiple 2D images from different viewpoints. A point cloud is a
widely used 3D data form, which can be produced by depth sensors, such
as LIDARs and RGB-D cameras. However, the cost of such scanners can be
prohibitive, putting photogrammetry out of reach for many researchers
and practitioners in the agriculture industry. We are developing a
low-cost close-range photogrammetry rig that could be a beneficial tool
for agronomists, plant scientists, and breeders. Our imaging system
utilizes the Raspberry Pi to capture images with multiple cameras, and a
commercial rotatory table to get images from different viewpoints. We
discuss the development of extracting quantitative trait indices in
wheat in order to automatically characterize planophile versus
erectophile canopy architectures. Moving forward, we plan to use our
photogrammetry rig for a variety of applications such as growth
monitoring and extracting plant traits such as number of leaves, stem
height, leaf length, leaf width, leaf area, and canopy volume. We also
plan on developing bespoke, plug-and-play systems that are tailored to
the specific needs of a researcher and can be operated with minimal
expertise.
PERAN ORANG TUA DALAM MENINGKATKAN MOTIVASI BELAJAR PESERTA DIDIK DI MI MUHAMMADIYAH 1 PANTENAN
Authors: Roudhotul Jannah Erina , Marzuki Ismail
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this research is to investigate how parents can help increase their children's motivation to learn. This research was conducted at MI Muhammadiyah 1 Pantenan. The type of research used is descriptive qualitative where the research aims to understand the subject in more detail, examine certain objective conditions and the researcher himself as an instrument. The subjects of this study were the parents of students, students and homeroom teachers. The data collection techniques used are observation, interviews and documentation. The results of the study show that parents play an important role in arousing student learning motivation, giving motivation is important for parents with the aim that children are able to study properly when at home or at school, because parents are motivators for children when arousing children's learning motivation before children are in school. guided by the teacher when at school.
Career counselling models and services for students with specific learning disabilities
Authors: Eseadi Chiedu
Published: October 2023

The exploration of students' potential and learning capacities may provide deeper insights into their characteristics and serve as a foundation for providing practical career guidance, especially for those with specific learning disabilities (SLDs). This article presents an examination of career counselling models and services for students with SLDs. The chosen methodology for this research was a narrative literature review. Some examples of career counselling models discussed in this article include the trait-and-factor model, the client-centered career counselling model, and the faith-based career counselling model. The provision of career counselling services to students with SLDs was addressed, including aspects such as choosing a career and promoting a balance between their professional and personal lives. Career counselling models provide counsellors with a practical framework for implementing career counselling with students. These models are particularly valuable in offering practical career assistance to students with SLDs. It is advisable for career counsellors to acquire a deeper understanding of the experiential worldviews held by students with specific learning disabilities, recognise the potential impact of these disabilities on students' sense of self, and formulate interventions aimed at facilitating these students' adaptation to the educational environment and professional settings. Students with specific SLDs who use career counselling services are afforded the chance to develop a professional identity that is in congruence with the demands of the current job market.
A review of health and mental well-being indicators and its assessment in Sub-Saharan Africa
Authors: Oladele Jumoke Iyabode
Published: October 2023

Health and mental well-being are shaped by multiple factors which should be considered for a wholistic assessment. This need is strengthened considering that health is not just the absence of illness but a complete state of well-being. This fact leads to a sharp turn to psychological measures for understanding and ascertaining the construct which has been explored extensively in developed countries. Understanding the construct through the sub-Saharan African lense becomes necessary for accuracy in the assessment to improve the population’s health mental-well-being and to reduce the risk of those impending effects in case of the reverse. With the need for comprehension across multiple factors, scientific consensus is considered necessary for reflexivity and applicability, deployable at medium-scale level. Adapting the POWER framework while leveraging the Web of Science data base complemented with random Google-led searches, this paper reviewed related literature on mental health and well-being revealing that the construct is fast gaining attention in sub-Saharan African space with heavy reliance on western-developed/validated assessment instruments majorly deployed as paper-pencil. The adaptive forms which are largely non-existent becomes a direction for research considering the need for accuracy in mental well-being and a framework for action to ensure transdisciplinary science of sustainability which is fast-gaining relevance for tackling complex problems in a bid to promote health and mental well-being in a targeted population.
Penggunaan Aplikasi Instrumen Need Asessment (Studi Kebutuhan) Bimbingan dan Konseling (BK) Berbasis Komputer Sebagai Dasar Perencanaan Program BK Bagi Guru BK di SMP
Authors: S Neviyarni , Adlya Soeci Izzati , Netrawati Netrawati , Elfira Yenni , Dianti Tiara Maiza
Published: October 2023

Professional guidance and counseling teachers are expected to master the basic knowledge in the field of guidance and counseling, both theoretical and practical. To support the implementation of duties as a guidance and counseling teacher, it is necessary to have understanding and skills related to needs assessment instrumentation to the preparation of guidance and counseling programs. However, sometimes there are limitations in implementing needs assessment instrumentation, so to make it easier for guidance and counseling teachers in implementing needs assessment instrumentation, a needs assessment instrumentation application was created. This service activity aims to provide understanding, knowledge and skills related to instrumentation applications, needs assessments, and program design based on the results of the needs assessment instrumentation. Skills in identifying needs, interpreting the results of needs assessment instrumentation, compiling guidance and counseling programs and using computer-based guidance and counseling need assessment instrumentation applications. The results show that community service activities regarding the use of computer-based guidance and counseling needs assessment instrumentation applications are in demand and have received positive responses from junior high school guidance and counseling teachers in Agam Regency. Apart from that, it is felt that this activity is very necessary to be given to guidance and counseling teachers who have not received this workshop, then this application is also easy to use in carrying out the duties of guidance and counseling teachers and the material provided is also relevant to the needs of guidance and counseling teachers in schools
Advokasi Siswa Agresif-Pengancam: Praktik Baik Konseling dengan Teknik Self-management oleh Guru Pendidikan Agama di Sekolah Umum
Authors: Wulansari Novita Tri , Maharani Izza , Maulida Parisca Ainul , Ardiansyah Mochammad Zaka
Published: October 2023

Studi ini melaporkan sikap agresivitas siswa pengancam dengan latar belakang pondok pesantren dan praktik baik konseling oleh guru Pendidikan Agama Islam dan Budi Pekerti dengan teknik self-management di Sekolah Menengah Pertama Swasta Citra Kusuma Jember. Purposive sampling digunakan penulis untuk memilih informan guru Pendidikan Agama Islam dan Budi Pekerti, wali kelas, dan guru Bimbingan Konseling. Semua identitas informan dan lembaga dalam artikel ini disamarkan. Wawancara semi terstruktur dengan panduan pedoman wawancara digunakan menggali informasi dari para informan selain mendokumentasikan rapor siswa, catatan guru Bimbingan Konseling, dan jurnal mengajar wali kelas, serta notulen rapat. Studi ini melaporkan bahwa sikap agresif siswa berupa pengancaman pada kepala sekolah, dan berkelahi. Klien memiliki riwayat dikucilkan teman sekelasnya karena pelit serta ingin memiliki barang milik orang lain. Konseling umumnya dilakukan guru Pendidikan Agama Islam dan Budi Pekerti saat pembelajaran Baca Tulis Al-Qur’an sambil memberikan amanah pada klien menjadi tutor dalam kegiatan ini. Temuan baru dalam studi ini adalah guru yang berperan aktif mengadvokasi siswa agresif bukanlah guru Bimbingan Konseling sebagaimana temuan penelitian sebelumnya, namun justru guru Pendidikan Agama Islam dan Budi Pekerti yang melakukan praktik baik konseling dengan teknik self-management.
The Analysis of Student’s Exam Anxiety and Its Effects on Psychological Reaction
Authors: Arnita Fitri , Netrawati Netrawati , S Neviyarni , Marjohan Marjohan
Published: October 2023

Exams are a common activity at school, and students commonly experience anxiety related to exams. This study attempts to provide a general understanding of exam anxiety. This kind of study use quantitative descriptive research techniques and a test anxiety questionnaire as a tool for gathering data. The study's participants were SMAN 13 Padang students. Simple random sampling was used to select the subjects. This study combines descriptive analysis with data analysis tools. The findings of this study suggest that exam anxiety has a variety of manifestations. Each aspect has a different percentage; the emotional reaction aspect, which is the largest, falls into the high category, with a percentage of 38.9%; the cognitive reaction aspect, which is the highest, has a percentage of 53.7%; and the physiological reaction aspect, which is the largest, falls into the medium category, with a percentage of 37.9%. These findings suggest that many respondents struggle with exam anxiety. In order for attempts to combat and avoid exam anxiety, Counselling Guidance Teachers and Counsellors will use this research as information.
Seroprevalence of bovine viral diarrhoea in organized herds in India
Authors:   National Dairy Development Board Research and Development Laboratory, IIL Campus, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, Telangana, India, Narayan Sarangi Laxmi , Sri Naga Leela Surendra Kota , Kumar Rana Samir , Thodangala Naveena , Prasad Amitesh , Nadikerianda Muthappa Ponnanna , Kumar Sharma Girish
Published: October 2023

Bovine viral diarrhoea (BVD) is an important infectious viral disease affecting cattle populations all over the world. In addition to direct loss caused by the disease, the virus causes immunosuppression thereby predisposing the host to other diseases. A cross-sectional study was undertaken to detect the prevalence of BVD in 14 well-organized herds located in different parts of India. A total of 880 serum samples (646 cattle and 234 buffaloes) were screened by a commercial ELISA kit, detecting antibodies towards the p80 (NS3) region of BVDV. The overall true prevalence was 56.67% (95% CI: 53.26-60.02%) and within herds, it ranged from 0-99.99%. The prevalence rate was higher in cattle (65.42%) than in buffaloes (32.49%) and the difference was statistically significant. Further, a significant difference in prevalence among cattle breed types was recorded, with the lowest in indigenous cattle (16.49%) followed by crossbreeds (16,97% and exotic breeds (87.80%). Higher positivity was detected among females (68.87%) than males (48.83%) but this difference was not significant, as revealed by multivariate regression analysis. Of the 10 semen stations studied, the prevalence varied from 9.72% to 72.68%. However, none of the animals from these semen stations turned positive in the antigen ELISA test, suggesting the antibodies detected in this study were from past infections. On the two dairy farms/bull mother farms showing very high positivity, two (one each) persistently infected cows were detected during whole herd screening by antigen ELISA test. One bull mother farm was free of BVD antibodies suggesting it is possible to maintain BVDV-free herds. The present study indicates the endemicity of BVDV in Indian organized herds, and therefore a suitable testing strategy and management should be adopted in response to testing to control the introduction and further transmission of the disease on farms.
Assessment of Moringa oleifera meal supplementation on the antioxidant status of crossbred heifer calves
Authors:   Animal Nutrition Research Station, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Anand Agricultural University, Anand, Gujarat, Sherasiya Asif N. , Lunagariya Pravin M. , Patel Jigar H. , Pathan Mohsinkhan M. , Chaudhary Mahesh M. , Khant Malhar R.
Published: October 2023

The experiment was conducted to evaluate the anti-oxidant effect of Moringa oleifera meal-supplementation in the total mixed ration, replacing the compounded concentrate mixture for crossbred heifer calves. A total of twenty-one crossbred heifer calves were selected and grouped into three treatments based on body weight and age. The leaves (84%) and soft twigs (16%) of Moringa oleifera were mixed to prepare the Moringa oleifera meal. Compounded concentrate mixture, ground nut straw, hybrid napier grass, mineral mixture and common salt were used at 50, 23, 25, 1 and 1%, respectively to formulate the control total mixed ration (T1). The compounded concentrate mixture was replaced with the Moringa oleifera meal at 5.0 and 7.5 % to formulate total mixed rations T2 and T3. The whole blood was collected from each calves in the morning before feeding and watering at the beginning (0 day), middle (at 60 day) and end (at 126 day) of the experiment. The total leukocyte counts, total erythrocyte counts, haematocrit and platelet count of crossbred heifer calves differed non-significantly (P>0.05) between the treatment groups, and were within normal physiological range. The serum albumin, glucose, creatinine, urea, alkaline phosphatase, alanine amino transaminase, calcium and phosphorus differed non-significantly between the treatment groups. However, feeding with Moringa oleifera resulted in higher (P0.05) higher after feeding with the 5.0 and 7.5% Moringa oleifera meals. Feeding with 5.0 and 7.5% Moringa oleifera meal in the total mixed ration, replacing the high protein compounded concentrate mixture, to growing crossbred heifer calves had no adverse effect on haematological and biochemical constituents, and resulted in a non-significant (P>0.05) higher antioxidant capacity in the crossbred heifer calves.
The effect of herbal supplements on the carcass characteristics, fatty acid profile and meat quality attributes of broilers
Authors:   Department of Livestock Products Technology, College of Veterinary Science, Sri Venkateswara Veterinary University, Tirupathi, Andhra Pradesh, India, Vijaya Bhaskar Reddy Gudapureddy , Amaravathi Pidugu , Ganguly Bhaskar , Ratan Sen Arub , Venkata Vivekananda Reddy Bandaru
Published: October 2023

The present investigation was carried out to determine the effect of two herbal formulations, AV/LMP/10 (T1) (garlic, Allium sativum) and AV/HLP/16 (T2) (mixture of gugal, Commiphora mukul and fenugreek, Trigonella foenum-graecum with 50:50%), on the carcass characteristics, proximate composition, lipid profile including fatty acids, and meat quality attributes in Vencobb 400 broiler chickens. Broilers fed with the AV/HLP/16 (T2) formulation had significantly (P<0.05) superior carcass characteristics in terms of pre-slaughter weight, head, neck, shank, skin, stomach, intestine, giblet, and wholesale cut yield than the control and broilers supplemented with AV/LMP/10 (T1). Meat obtained from the broilers fed with the T2 formulation had a significantly (P<0.01) higher dressing percentage and lean percentage than the control broilers and the T1 supplemented broilers. Meat obtained from the broilers fed with the T2 formulation had significantly (P<0.01) higher moisture and protein content, and lower fat content than the control birds. Meat obtained from the broilers fed with the T2 formulations had significantly (P<0.01) lower triglycerides and higher phospholipids and cholesterol content than meat obtained from the control birds. A significant (P<0.01) increase was observed in the myristic, palmitic, oleic, palmitoleic, linoleic and behenic acid percentages, and a decrease in the stearic acid percentage in meat obtained from the broilers fed with the T2 formulation. Addition of the T2 formulation significantly (P<0.01) improved the physico-chemical quality and sensory scores of the chicken meat. The results of this study revealed that addition of herbal formulations had a significant effect on the carcass characteristics, proximate composition, fatty acid profile and meat quality attributes in comparison with the control birds.
The effects of pre- and postnatal exposure to perfluorooctanoic acid on the expression of major reproduction-related genes in the mouse hypothalamus and gonads
Authors:   College of Animal Life Sciences, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon, Korea, Kim Hun , Sharma Neelesh , Bae Yun-ho , Lee Sung-Jin
Published: October 2023

Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), a ubiquitous environmental pollutant reported to be an endocrine disruptor, is used in many industrial and consumer products. Although the adverse effects of PFOA on the reproductive health of animals and humans have been widely reported, most studies have focused on assessing the anatomical features and conventional histology of adult gonads. Therefore, the molecular mechanisms activated in the hypothalamus and gonads following PFOA exposure during the pre- and postnatal periods are not clear. This study used a mouse model to evaluate the effects of PFOA exposure on the alteration of molecular mechanisms in the hypothalamus and gonads during the prenatal and postpartum periods. Changes in gene and protein expression following PFOA exposure were evaluated by quantitative polymerase chain reaction and Western blotting, respectively. Kisspeptin 1 and gonadotropin-releasing hormone expression in the hypothalamus of female and male mouse pups was significantly decreased. Additionally, Cyp17a1 expression was upregulated in male offspring testes, while Cyp17a1 and Cyp19a1 expression was downregulated in female offspring ovaries. Changes at the molecular level due to PFOA exposure in the early stages of development did not show sex-related differences in the hypothalamus; however, such differences were confirmed in the gonads. These results could be used as basic data to study the molecular mechanisms underlying the reproductive dysfunction caused by PFOA exposure in the early stages of embryonic development.
STRATEGI UNTUK MENINGKATKAN MOTIVASI BELAJAR WARGA BELAJAR
Authors: Wahyuni Siregar Ade , Veronika Indah
Published: October 2023

Banyak faktor yang sering dijadikan patokan pendidikan keberhasilan. Salah satu cara adalah dengan melihat keberhasilan belajar-mengajar proses dalam mencapai tujuannya. Faktor lain berperan penting, Peran saat ini adalah motivasi dirinya untuk memulai proses pembelajaran. Hubungannya dengan Motivasi, sangat sering ditemui, terutama dalam ruang kelas. Karena pada kenyataannya sekarang ada banyak alasan siswa untuk datang ke kelas hanya sekedar mengisi daftar absensi. Khususnya untuk mata pelajaran yang menurut mereka tidak sejalan dengan pelajaran yang mereka kejar, secara otomotis dengan dirinya mereka sebenarnya meremehkan kursus. Dalam pembelajaran belajar, motivasi bisa dianggap sebagai kekuatan pendorong keseluruhan dalam siswa yang menyebabkan, memastikan kontinuitas dan memberi arahan serta kegitan belajar, sehingga tujuan yang di harapkan dapat dicapai. Motivasi mempengaruhi minat belajar seorang karena motivasi adalah kekuatan pendorong yang ada dalam seseorang untuk melakukan kegitan tertentu untuk mencapai suatu tujuan.
URGENSI KURIKULUM PENDIDIKAN NONFORMAL PADA LEMBAGA PEMASYARAKATAN KHUSUS NARKOBA
Authors: Afiva Afiva , Zulfadli Zulfadli
Published: October 2023

Narkoba adalah singkatan dari narkotika, psikotropika, dan obat terlarang. Selain "narkoba", istilah lain yang diperkenalkan khususnya oleh Kementerian Kesehatan Republik Indonesia adalah Napza yang merupakan singkatan dari narkotika, psikotropika, dan zat adiktif. Tujuan dari penelitian ini untuk menganalisis urgensi lembaga pemasyarakatan khusus narkoba. Metode yang digunakan adalah kualitatif deskriptif. Data yang dikumpulkan dengan menggunakan teknik menganalisis berdasarkan berbagai sumber. Analisis dalam penelitian ini dengan koleksi data dari beberapa sumber dan penarikan kesimpulan yang telah diuji keabsahannya. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan terjaganya keamanan dan ketertiban menjadi faktor penentunya keberhasilan dan pembinaan. Bila terjadi gangguan keamanan dan ketertiban maka proses pembinaan tidak akan berjalan. Salah satu gangguan tersebut yaitu peredaran Narkotika di dalam Lembaga Pemasyarakatan. Dalam Undang-undang Psikotropika maupun Narkotika mengenai penerapan hukuman rehabilitasi hanyalah tinggal pemanis undang-undang tersebut saja tanpa dapat benar-benar secara nyata dan menyeluruh diterapkan dalam aplikasinya di lapangan.