bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Evaluation of Different Classification Algorithms for Land Use Land Cover Mapping
Authors: Chomani Kaifi , Pshdari Shaki
Published: August 2024

For efficient sustainable management and monitoring landscape changes over times, reliable land use land cover (LULC) mapping using the most accurate classification algorithms is required. Increasing innovative classification algorithms and satellite data demands finding the most suitable classifier to create accurate maps of different features efficiently. The challenge addressed in this study is to identify the most accurate algorithm for classifying and generating reliable LULC. The objective of this research was to identify the best classification among several algorithms both overall and in each individual class by using ArcGIS Pro and Google Earth Engine with Landsat 8 and Sentinel-2 datasets for Ranya city as the study area. Support vector machine (SVM), maximum likelihood, random tree, classification and regression tree, K-Nearest Neighbor and iterative self organizing cluster algorithms were used to classify the satellite image of the study area. The kappa coefficient matrix was used to assess the performance of each classifier and method. The study showed that the random tree algorithm achieved highest overall accuracy using Sentinel-2 with 83%. Meanwhile, when the specific class accuracy is priority, the result suggests the use of SVM algorithm using Sentinel-2 for building footprint extraction with 92% accuracy. The result also showed that the outcomes of most algorithms were better using Sentinel-2 rather than Landsat 8, making Sentinel-2 more suitable for accurate LULC mapping. The outcomes of the research assessed different classification algorisms to find the best algorithms and methods that can be used to generate accurate and efficient LULC maps.
CLINICAL FEATURES AND LABORATORY CHARACTERISTICS OF PATIENTS WITH OVARIAN ENDOMETRIOMA AND INFERTILITY DEPENDING ON THE TYPE OF PRECONCEPTION PREPARATION
Authors: Khmil S. , Vizniak T.
Published: August 2024

Approximately 30-40% of all forms of endometriosis consist of endometriotic ovarian cysts, which directly affect the ovarian reserve of women by mechanical impact on healthy tissues and foci of local inflammatory processes and oxidative stress.The aim of the study was to evaluate the impact of preconception antioxidant and vitamin therapy in combination with sclerotherapy of ovarian endometrioma on hormonal profile indicators and serum tumor markers in women with endometriosis-associated infertility.Materials and Methods. In a prospective clinical study, changes in hormonal profile indicators and serum tumor markers depending on the type of preconception preparation of women with endometriosis-associated infertility before IVF cycle were evaluated. 110 women were divided into 3 clinical groups.Results and Discussion. Significant differences between groups were found depending on the preparation for the IVF cycle. In both the first clinical group, where only sclerotherapy was performed, and the second group, where women received preconception preparation in combination with sclerotherapy, a decrease in basal FSH levels by 1.2 and 1.5 times, respectively, was established. This decrease in FSH levels contributed to the normalization of the LH to FSH ratio, whereas in the comparison group, the FSH level remained almost unchanged and the LH/FSH ratio remained low. There was a tendency towards relatively stable levels of anti-Müllerian hormone in serum, indicating the safety of the sclerotherapy method and its gentle impact on ovarian reserve. A more pronounced decrease in serum CA 125 tumor rmarker levels was observed in the second clinical group (by 1.95 times), somewhat less in the first group (by 1.6 times), while in the comparison group, the indicator remained relatively stable.Conclusions. The use of sclerotherapy of ovarian endometrioma in combination with preconception antioxidant and vitamin therapy before the IVF cycle positively affects the main parameters of hormonal profile and serum tumor markers in patients with endometriosis-associated infertility.
EVALUATION OF THE LEVEL OF KNOWLEDGE OF PATIENTS IN THE CHERNIVTSI REGION REGARDING THE ONSET AND DEVELOPMENT OF ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION
Authors: Mararash H. , Boreiko L. , Chornenka Zh. , Sobko D.
Published: August 2024

The modern strategy for the prevention and treatment of hypertension involves considering the mechanisms of influence of various risk factors. The early detection and correction of these factors will significantly improve the cardiovascular prognosis. The prevention of hypertension should first be directed to the formation of the patient's outlook on improving the quality of his life and eliminating the provoking factors that cause the pathology.The aim of the study is to investigate the awareness of patients with risk factors for the development of cardiovascular disease regarding the onset of arterial hypertension in them.Material and methods. The main method of studying the respondents' awareness was a questionnaire about the patients' knowledge of their disease and risk factors for the development of hypertension, in which 120 respondents aged 23 to 79, took part, among whom 43.3% were men and 56.7% were women.Results. In patients with hypertension, a low level of awareness of their own disease, risk factors, insufficient mastery of blood pressure measurement skills, and pulse checking, improper attitude to non-drug and drug treatment methods was found. The majority of our respondents (82%) have been suffering from hypertension for more than 10 years, and among those examined, hypertension of the 1st and 2nd degrees prevailed. It was important for our research to obtain information from patients about the state of the disease. The majority of patients, 49.17% (59 people), are aware of the extent of the disease, which is associated with a long course of the disease, 40% (48 people) are not aware enough, and 10.83% (13 people) are not aware of it. The unfortunate fact is that among the respondents there are those who are not interested in this information, which suggests a passive and irresponsible attitude towards their own health.Conclusion. The results of the survey showed that patients are poorly informed about hypertension, in particular about its risk factors and prevention. Poor awareness does not allow the formation of motivation for self-control and the need to prevent and correct risk factors.
MANIFESTATIONS OF ENDOGENOUS INTOXICATION SYNDROME DEPENDING ON ITS ACTIVITY ACCORDING THE LEVEL OF MEDIUM-MASS MOLECULES
Authors: Komarytsia O.Y. , Kondratyuk M.O. , Radchenko O.M.
Published: August 2024

Substances of endogenous intoxication syndrome (EIS), which belong to medium-mass molecules (MMM), have cardiovascular toxicity; their content is increased in conditions of chronic heart failure. However, the influence of EIS activity has been studied not enough, which determined the relevance and expediency of our study.Aim. In order to compare the laboratory-instrumental features of the course of metabolically associated liver steatosis (LS) under the conditions of pronounced and insignificant activity of EIS, 19 patients (10 men, 9 women; average age 61,8 years) with coronary artery disease (CAD), atherosclerotic cardiosclerosis, HF of I-II FC and sonographically diagnosed LS were examined. Depending on the level of MMM, patients were divided into two groups with pronounced EIS (MMM >0,6 units) and moderate activity (MMM <0,6 units), which were identical in gender and age composition, hemodynamic indicators, body mass index and area body surface. Photometric determination of MMM total and at wave lengths of 238, 254, 266, 282 nm in blood and urine was carried out; determination of blood L-arginine and urine nitrites, leptin were provided; aromaticity coefficient 238/282, hepato-steatosis index, AST/platelet ratio, nuclear intoxication index (NII), the ratio of lymphocytes and neutrophils to monocytes were calculated. All results were calculated statistically, the level of significance was taken as p<0.05.The results. Among the examined patients, 36.8% had high EIS activity (grades 2-3), and in 63.2% it was moderate (grade 1). Patients with pronounced EIS activity were characterized by hypoalbuminemia, dyslipidemia, low leptin content and higher arginine level, peripheral blood lymphopenia, and relative thinning of the heart walls. The content of MMM254,266,282 in blood was correlated with the size of the left ventricle in diastole, MMM266,282 in urine - with total cholesterol, low and very low density its particles and triglycerides, the aromaticity coefficient - with urinary nitrites. Integral hematological NII was directly proportional to diastolic pressure, and the lymphocyte/monocyte ratio - to systolic pressure. The ratio of neutrophils to monocytes and AST/platelets were correlated with the content of total bilirubin; and the hepato-steatosis index - with high-density lipoproteins and the coefficient of atherogenicity.Conclusion. Patients with concomitant metabolic-associated steatosis of the liver and a high level of EIS were characterized by metabolic disorders. Specific indicators of EIS correlated with parameters of lipid metabolism and hemodynamics.
Evaluating the effect of plantlet age and Trichoderma spp. application on acclimatization of Boehmeria nivea L. Gaud
Authors: Aprilia Eva , Nuraini Anne , Kadapi Muhamad
Published: August 2024

One of the crucial stages in the ramie plant (Boehmeria nivea L. Gaud) tissue culture is the acclimatization phase, which transitions between the in vitro and ex-vitro environments. Determining the appropriate age of plantlets and providing nutrients in the substrate play significant roles in the success of acclimatization. This research is conducted to determine the most suitable age of plantlets for acclimatization and assess the impact of providing nutrients through Trichoderma spp. application on the growth of ramie seedlings during the acclimatization phase. The experiment was conducted between January and March 2023 at the Screenhouse Bale Tatanen, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Padjadjaran, Jatinangor, Sumedang. The experimental design used was a Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) with two factors: plantlet age with three levels (4, 8, and 12 weeks old) and Trichoderma spp. fertilizer application with two levels (without and with Trichoderma) with 4 replications. The results showed that the 4-week-old plantlets exhibited the best height, root number, root length, and leaf number growth. Additionally, the application of Trichoderma spp. increased the stem diameter of the ramie seedlings during the acclimatization phase.
Growth response of tomatoes to application of bacterial-coated NPK fertilizer in a pot experiment
Authors: Hindersah Reginawanti , Kaffah Ruhnayati , Aisyah Ayu Siti , Setiawati Mieke Rochimi , Arifin Mahfud
Published: August 2024

Nitrogen-fixer and phosphate-solubilizer bacteria increase the chemical-fertilizer efficiency and soil health. Bacterial-coated NPK fertilizer is a novel approach for intensifying biofertilizer application in vegetable production. The study aimed to observe the compatibility between two Azotobacter species and two Bacillus species, their population on two formulations of bacterial-coated NPK fertilizer (BCN), and the effect of BCN dose on growth, N and P content, and their uptake in tomato shoots. The compatibility test was performed using the streak method. The population of Azotobacter and Bacillus were counted for two formulations of NPK fertilizer coated by solid biofertilizer (5% and 10%) and zeolite (1% and 5%). The pot experiment was conducted in a randomized block design with four treatments and six replications. The treatments were 100% recommended doses of conventional NPK fertilizer (700 kg/ha) and 100%, 80%, and 60% doses of BCN. The results showed four bacterial species were compatible, indicated by synergistic growth on the plate agar. The BCN formula using 5% liquid inoculant and 5% zeolite has higher cell viability. The BCN enhanced stem thickness and leaves number but did not change the plant height, dry weight, N and P content, and their uptake in shoots. Applying 60% of BCN caused greater stem thickness and leaf number. Despite being insignificantly different from another treatment, that dose increased the biomass and the shoot uptake of N and P. The NPK fertilizer coated by Azotobacter and Bacillus has the potency to increase tomato growth and NPK fertilizer dose.
Concept and role of immunomodulatory medicinal plants used in Ayurvedic health care system
Authors: Sachin Sachin , Kumar Vineet , Sharma Mohit , Vaishnavi Vaishnavi , Chaudhary Priyanka , Singh Saurabh , Sudhakar Kalvatala , Kumar Bimlesh , Pandey Narendra Kumar , Singh Sachin Kumar , Choudhary Anand Kumar , Baghel Dileep Singh
Published: August 2024

The statement “prevention is better than cure” and its applications is not a new for Ayurvedic health care system. The statement defines the aim and objectives of Ayurvedic health care system in a nutshell “swasthasya swasthya rakshanam aaturasya vikara prashamanam”. The immune system is certainly considered one of our most discreet biological systems withinside the body. Immunizations may be obtained by us actively or passively. Active immunization includes stimulating with an antigen to generate immunological defenses against a destiny exposure, rather than passive vaccination, which includes administering antibodies to someone who has already been exposed to an antigen. Both plant and animal sources produce immunomodulatory effects to boost the body’s immunological reactivity against infections by engaging the non-specific immune system. Herbal immunomodulators are substances that either activate or suppress innate and adaptive immune responses in the body. Different ailments including allergies, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, cancer, and other infectious disorders are caused by immune system failure. Therefore, regulating the many infectious illnesses requires significant immune response modification. Global scientific study is currently focused on how various medicinal plant components might alter the immune system. Numerous Indian and “Rasayana” and medicinal plants may have immunomodulatory characteristics. Some of these plants are Tinospora cordifolia, Morus alba, Acacia catechu, Allium sativum, and Mangifera indica. There are many more that are still undiscovered and offer space for greater study.
Boosting Scientific Creativity Among Researchers: How Efficient are Creativity Trainings?
Authors: Bonetto Eric , Arciszewski Thomas , Pichot Nicolas , Pavani Jean-Baptiste , Guiller Théo , Girandola Fabien , Bonnardel Nathalie
Published: August 2024

How can scientific creativity be fostered or encouraged among researchers? The present contribution proposes a critical and constructive review of programs or methods designed to develop the creative abilities of individuals, the so-called ‘creativity trainings’. More specifically, it examines whether these trainings can be used in the specific context of scientific disciplines, and how efficient they are. At first glance, the literature seems to indicate that creativity trainings are effective when it comes to stimulating individual creativity, including scientific creativity. However, these general conclusions should not overshadow the serious limitations of these studies. Some of these theoretical and methodological limitations are common to all creativity trainings (e.g., difficulties in defining creativity itself), while others are specific to scientific creativity trainings (e.g., linked to specificities of scientific work). In a nutshell, all trainings are not made equal and do not look as efficient as they seem to be. This contribution also proposes some recommendations that would allow researchers to produce more valid results and to make it easier to interpret the results of creative training studies in the scientific domain and beyond.
The spillover effect between central and eastern European financial markets
Authors: Bozagiu Andreea-Mădălina
Published: August 2024

This paper investigates the return and volatility spillovers between EUR/RON, EUR/HUF and EUR/PLN exchange rates and S&P500 index, but also the spillover effect between the capital markets of these three countries and this index, using the methodologies of (Diebold & Yılmaz, 2012). The paper provides both a brief description of several scientific researches conducted by numerous authors in the field of literature, and a series of empirical and econometric results that support theoretical demonstrations. The main results highlight that the spread of volatilities (spillover) intensifies during periods of economic crisis, and the main transmitter of spillover on the foreign exchange market, both in terms of returns and volatilities, is the stock market index S&P500. This paper contributes to the field of spillover studies by analyzing the connection between Romanian currency and the geographic countries neighbors.
Pembelian Online Pada Dewasa Awal: Peran Materialisme Terhadap Compulsive Buying Pada Kelompok Pekerja
Authors: Riwanda Fany , Aprilia Eka Dian
Published: August 2024

This study aims to determine the relationship between materialism and compulsive buying in early adult workers who make online purchases. This research uses a quantitative approach with a correlational research type. The population in this study were individuals in early adulthood who made online purchases. The number of samples in this research was 300 respondents. The primary data in this study was obtained through a questionnaire distributed by a Google Form. The hypothesis in this study was tested using Pearson Product-Moment. Based on the research data results, it was found that there is a positive and significant relationship between materialism and compulsive buying. The correlation coefficient value of this research is r=0.506 with a significance value (p) of 0.000 (p0.05). It means the relationship between materialism and compulsive buying in this study is in the medium category. Thus, it can be concluded that materialism does not fully contribute to increasing compulsive buying behavior in early adult workers who makes online purchases. However, the variable contributes quite significantly in influencing the emergence of compulsive buying behavior in individuals. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara materialisme dan compulsive buying pada pekerja usia dewasa awal yang melakukan pembelian online. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan jenis penelitian korelasional. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah individu usia dewasa awal yang melakukan pembelian online. Jumlah sampel dalam penelitian ini adalah sebanyak 300 responden. Data primer dalam penelitian ini diperoleh melalui kuesioner yang didistribusikan dalam bentuk Google Form. Hipotesis dalam penelitian ini diuji menggunakan Pearson Product-Moment. Berdasarkan hasil analisis data penelitian, ditemukan bahwa terdapat hubungan yang positif dan signifikan antara materialisme dan compulsive buying. Nilai koefisien korelasi penelitian ini adalah sebesar r=0,506 dengan nilai signifikansi (p) sebesar 0,000 (p0,05), artinya kategori hubungan materialisme dan compulsive buying berada pada kategori sedang. Dengan demikian, dapat disimpulkan bahwa materialisme tidak sepenuhnya berkontribusi dalam meningkatkan perilaku compulsive buying pada pekerja usia dewasa awal dalam melakukan pembelian online. Namun, kontribusi variabelnya sudah cukup besar untuk memengaruhi kemunculan tindakan compulsive buying pada individu.
Mindful Parenting and Subjective Well-Being in Parents of Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Authors: Maharani Anisa Putri Primi Intan , Rinaldi Martaria Rizky
Published: August 2024

Parenting children with neurodevelopmental disorders presents unique challenges. These challenges can impact the well-being of parents, leading to higher levels of stress, anxiety, and depression, which ultimately can lower subjective well-being. This study aims to investigate the relationship between mindful parenting and subjective well-being using a correlational quantitative approach. Data were collected through questionnaires measuring mindful parenting and subjective well-being. The participants in this study were 106 parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders. Data analysis was conducted using the product-moment correlation technique. The results indicated a positive correlation (r = 0.413, p 0.05) between mindful parenting and subjective well-being, suggesting that higher levels of mindful parenting are associated with higher subjective well-being in parents. These findings highlight the potential of mindful parenting interventions to support the well-being of parents in families with children with special needs. Future research should use larger and more representative samples to enhance the generalizability of the findings. The implications of this research include the development of mindful parenting programs and policies to support families facing the challenges of raising children with neurodevelopmental disorders.
Barriers to Tdap vaccination among women attending Primary Health Care Centers in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia, 2023
Authors: Alomran Zainab , AlAli Fatimah , Bokhamseen Montser , Alhodibi Mostafa
Published: August 2024

Objective: This study aimed to assess the perceptions and factors influencing pertussis vaccination among childbearing women in the Al-Ahsa region of Saudi Arabia.
Methods: A cross-sectional analytic and descriptive study was conducted among 384 Saudi females of childbearing age (18-40 years) who had previously been pregnant and attended primary healthcare centers in the Al-Ahsa region. Participants were randomly selected and completed a self-administered questionnaire that collected data on demographic characteristics, knowledge and perceptions of pertussis and its vaccine, and barriers to vaccination.
Results: The majority of participants (74.8%) were aged 30-40 years, and 73.8% had a bachelor's degree or higher. While 86% of participants recognized vaccines as preventive measures, 85.2% believed it is better to avoid immunizations during pregnancy. However, 85.7% had attended health activities providing information on vaccinations during pregnancy, and 86% expressed interest in attending future awareness programs. Significant differences were found between educational levels and vaccine perceptions, with higher education correlating with better knowledge and positive attitude towards vaccination.
Conclusion: There was a high level of awareness about pertussis and its vaccine among women in the Al-Ahsa region, yet misconceptions about vaccine safety during pregnancy persist. Educational interventions and stronger physician recommendations are crucial to improve vaccine uptake.
ANALISIS PENGGUNAAN POLIAMIDA PADA RPC UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KETAHANAN TERHADAP TEMPERATUR
Authors: Kushartomo Widodo , John Tory
Published: August 2024

Concrete is a very important material to be applied in the world of construction, especially in Indonesia. An idea that can be useful for making normal concrete is to use additional materials in the form of polyamide. By adding polyamide to concrete, it is hoped that it can make the concrete resistant to high temperatures. The experiment carried out in this research was to burn concrete that had been mixed with polyamide with a polyamide content percentage of 0%, 0.02%, 0.04% and 0.06% of the cement. Compressive testing and flexural testing were also carried out in this research. The test sample treatment was carried out using the evaporation technique. Experimental results show that the use of polyamide fiber can help prevent spalling in concrete. Using too much polyamide fiber can cause a decrease in the strength value of the concrete. The optimal use of fiber in this research was 0.04% because it obtained the highest strength value.
Abstrak
Beton merupakan suatu material yang sangat penting untuk diaplikasikan dalam dunia konstruksi terutama Indonesia. Suatu ide yang dapat bermanfaat untuk membuat beton normal adalah dengan menggunakan bahan tambahan berupa Poliamida. Dengan ditambahkannya poliamida pada pembuatan beton maka diharapkan dapat membuat beton tersebut tahan terhadap temperatur yang tinggi. Percobaan yang dilakukan pada penelitian ini adalah dengan membakar beton yang telah tercampur oleh poliamida dengan persentase kandungan poliamida sebesar 0%, 0,02%, 0,04%, dan 0,06% dari semen. Pengujian tekan dan pengujian lentur juga dilakukan pada penelitian ini. Perawatan sampel penguji dilakukan dengan Teknik penguapan. Hasil percobaan menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan serat poliamida dapat membantu mencegah terjadinya spalling pada beton. Penggunaan serat poliamida yang terlalu banyak dapat menyebabkan penurunan nilai kekuatan dari beton. Penggunaan serat paling optimal dalam penelitian ini adalah sebanyak 0,04% karena memperoleh nilai kekuatan yang paling tinggi.
ANALISIS METODE EARNED VALUE UNTUK PREDIKSI PENYELESAIAN PROYEK KONSTRUKSI APARTEMEN X DI TANGERANG
Authors: Wilanata Christoper , Waty Mega
Published: August 2024

Time is one of the key indicators of a project’s success. Delays in a construction project can lead to setbacks for various stakeholders in terms of both time and cost. Methods were developed in order to predict the project’s completion time. One of the methods that were developed as a tool for time control is earned value management. This study focuses on assessing the time control aspects of a high-rise apartment building project in Tangerang using the earned value management. The analysis specifically addresses delays in progress which has caused the project with a planned duration of 153 weeks to be predicted having a delay during the 71st week. Analysis using the earned value management method estimated that the project’s predicted finish time increased from 148.55 weeks in the 64th week to 159.34 weeks in the 71st week. An acceleration was done in between the 133rd week to the 144th week that the predicted duration changed from 155.59 weeks to 152.90 weeks.
Abstrak
Waktu merupakan salah satu indikator utama dari keberhasilan suatu proyek. Keterlambatan dalam proyek konstruksi dapat menyebabkan kerugian dalam hal waktu dan biaya bagi berbagai pihak seperti kontraktor dan owfiner. Metode-metode pun dikembangkan untuk melakukan prediksi terhadap waktu penyelesaian proyek. Salah satu metode yang dikembangkan sebagai alat untuk melakukan manajemen waktu adalah earned value management. Studi ini berfokus pada aspek pengendalian waktu proyek pembangunan gedung apartemen di Tangerang menggunakan earned value management. Analisis pada studi ini secara khusus membahas mengenai keterlambatan kemajuan dari proyek apartemen tersebut yang memiliki durasi perencanaan selama 153 minggu.  Analisis saat menggunakan metode earned value management pada minggu ke-71 proyek diprediksi akan mengalami keterlambatan. Analisis dengan menggunakan metode earned value management memperoleh prediksi waktu penyelesaian proyek yang meningkat dari 148,55 minggu pada minggu ke-64 menjadi 159,34 minggu pada minggu ke-71.  Percepatan dilakukan pada antara minggu ke-133 hingga minggu ke-144 sehingga terdapat perubahan durasi prediksi dari 155,59 minggu menjadi 152,90 minggu.
PENGARUH SUDUT GESER DALAM TERHADAP PENAMBAHAN PASIR SUB-ROUNDED, SUB-ANGULAR, DAN ANGULAR PADA PASIR ROUNDED
Authors: Miswar Badrul , Prihatinigsih Aniek
Published: August 2024

The physical form of sand grains is a critical factor influencing shear strength, where sharper/angular grain shapes tend to result in higher internal friction angles (ϕ) and stronger interlocking capabilities among grains, whereas rounder particle shapes generally lead to lower ϕ values. This study aims to quantify the significant differences in shear strength (ϕ) between sand with the most rounded shapes (rounded and sub-rounded) and those with sharper/angular shapes (angular and sub-angular). Additionally, the research involves creating and testing mixtures using primary rounded sand mixed with three other types (sub-rounded, sub-angular, and angular). Various mixtures of sub-rounded, sub-angular, and angular sands will be added to the rounded sand as the primary material, with mixture percentages of 5%, 8%, 12%, and 15%. The testing results indicate that the optimal mixture involves adding sub-rounded sand to rounded sand, which increases the internal friction angle (ϕ) by up to 65,4% during natural testing conditions.
Abstrak
Bentuk fisik dari butiran pasir merupakan salah satu faktor penentu kekuatan geser yang akan dihasilkan dimana, semakin bersudut/tajam bentuk butiran pasir, maka cendrung menghasilkan  sudut geser dalam (ϕ) yang tinggi serta memiliki kemampuan interlocking antar butiran yang kuat dan begitupun sebaliknya, semakin bulat bentuk partikel dari butiran pasir akan menghasilkan sudut geser dalam (ϕ) yang semakin rendah.Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah mencoba membuktikan seberapa signifikan perbedaan dari kuat geser dalam (ϕ) pasir dengan bentuk yang paling bulat (rounded) dan cenderung bulat (sub-rounded) terhadap pasir dari bentuk yang tajam/bersudut (angular) dan cenderung tajam/bersudut (sub-rounded). Selain itu, penelitian ini membuat dan menguji campuran dengan material primer dari pasir jenis rounded yang dicampurkan dengan tiga jenis sampel lainnya (sub-rounded, sub-angular dan angular). Adapun variasi campuran pasir baik jenis sub-rounded, sub-angular maupun angular yang akan ditambahkan nantinya ke pasir jenis rounded sebagai material primer dengan persentase variasi campuran 5%, 8%, 12% dan 15%. Dari hasil pengujian didapatkan campuran optimum adalah pasir jenis sub-rounded yang ditambahkan terhadap pasir jenis rounded dimana, campuran pasir jenis sub-rounded dapat meningkatkan hingga 65,4% dari sudut geser dalam (ϕ) pasir rounded sewaktu pengujian natural.
Colonial way of life y regulación del sindicalismo rural en Brasil
Authors: Criscuolo Boson Victor Hugo
Published: August 2024

This article aims to inquire into Oliveira Vianna's intellectual program regarding the unionist-corporatist normative agenda applied for rural workers in Brazil. To do so, we will consider: (a) the theoretical program for intervention in place until Oliveira Vianna's entry into the Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Labor in 1932, which was supposedly expansive in terms of rural unionization; (b) the variations in the law formulation in which Vianna participated, as can be seen in the unionization laws of 1934 and 1939, the latter being representative of the legal dehydration of rural unionization; (c) the changes in the agenda, highlighted in the work História Social da Economia Capitalista no Brasil (Social History of Economy in Brazil), expressed by the opposition to rural unionization. The focus shift regarding rural unionization and corporatism is based on the advantages this author begins to consider in relation to clans’ domination, highlighted as a positive driver of the Brazilian "colonial way of life," which deserves to be maintained and does not normatively align with bilateral union aggregation in rural settings. For the analysis, the key of "instrumental authoritarianism" is challenged in its theoretical potential to encompass the entirety of Oliveira Vianna's work. The proposed guiding thread of interpretation for the revisited phases is the jurist's quest for the organic relationship between the State and society. The methodological proposal involves the use of theoretical research, mainly focused on qualitative analysis of sources from the 1930s and 1940s, and the application of procedures inherent to content analysis.
Reestructuración en la organización del poder judicial del estado de Paraíba, Brasil: Un análisis de los discursos de los actores jurídicos a la luz del principio de eficiencia
Authors: Pereira da Silva Romualdo , Andrade de Morais Lucas , Cesário Fernandes Elicely , De Lima Paiva Cícero Otávio
Published: August 2024

With the recent financial crises and the lack of resources faced by the State, its branches, and various entities have been promoting a restructuring of their administrative organization. In this scenario, the State Judiciary of Paraíba (TJPB) was no exception. It had to adopt internal measures to navigate this situation, particularly the public policy of closing courthouses scattered throughout the State. To address these issues, this work aimed to analyze and assess this restructuring in light of the constitutional principle of efficiency, while also addressing the main social implications such measures could cause, especially concerning the constitutional principles of broad judicial protection and the dignity of the human person. Based on important legal scholars, the theoretical framework covered essential topics for understanding the issue, such as the basic organization of the Brazilian public administration and the constitutional principles applicable to public administration. The methodology used was descriptive, qualitative, and bibliographic, also employing the method of argumentation analysis from the New Rhetoric theory. In the discussion of the topic, the reasons justifying the closure of courthouses by the judiciary were made explicit, as well as the reasons and counterarguments expressed by civil society entities that criticized these measures based on the social impacts they will cause. Thus, it became evident that administrative measures cannot apply the principle of efficiency solely through technical or quantitative perspectives but must also weigh social consequences as relevant criteria.
La tensión entre el poder judicial y el poder ejecutivo en la emisión de medidas cautelares innominadas en contra de entidades gubernamentales: un análisis comparativo entre América Latina y Europa continental
Authors: Guerrero Andrés Fernando
Published: August 2024

The tension between the judicial power ('jurisdictio') and the executive power ('gubernaculum') has long been a contentious issue in the context of issuing unnamed cautionary actions against governmental agencies (Ríos Álvarez, 2015; Tridimas, 2006). This article explores the contrasting approaches to this tension in Latin America and Continental Europe, analyzing the legal and historical foundations, as well as the principles of separation of powers, judicial independence, and individual rights protection within each legal tradition (Cappelletti, 1989; Tridimas, 2006). Historically, Latin American jurisprudence tended to prioritize the protection of governmental prerogatives, hindering the imposition of temporary cautionary measures on the State (Ferrer Mac-Gregor, 2011; Courtis, 2008). Conversely, Continental Europe has seen a more robust evolution of effective judicial control over arbitrary administrative actions, including the development of innovative temporary measures (Caranta, 2018; Tridimas, 2006). Through a comparative analysis, supported by an extensive review of case law, legal frameworks, and academic literature (Guerrero, 2023; Ferrer Mac-Gregor, 2011; Courtis, 2008), this study identifies potential models from European jurisprudence that could facilitate a more balanced interaction between judicial and administrative authorities in the protection of rights in Latin America.
ESCUCHAS EN EL SISTEMA JUDICIAL PENAL IRANÍ
Authors: Rahmdel Mansour
Published: August 2024

That the individual shall have full protection of property and of the integrity of apersonis a principle as old as the human being’s life, but it has been found necessary from time to time to define anew the exact nature and extent of such protection. As civilization advanced, it was argued that, an individual’s feelings and intellect, as well as his physical being, came within the scope of the legal “right to be let alone.”
Iranian Constitution has guaranteed individual’s rights and freedom in article 9. So, when intrusion to eavesdropping is allowed, adequate safeguards should be provided to protect the individual’s rights. The balance approach to the problem of government intrusions into private lives appeals to common sense, but it is difficult to apply. Iranian Constitution has explicitly referred to forbiddance of eavesdropping and interception of conversations in its article 25. Article 582 of Islamic Penal Code ratified in 1996 has criminalized eavesdropping by the governmental officials. Article 104 of Criminal Procedure Code refers to the eavesdropping under the judge’s order. The latter code abolished by article 150 of new criminal procedure code ratified in 2014, which will come into force in October 2014.
THE ROLE OF COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENT DISCLOSURE TO ANTICIPATE BANKRUPTCY AND ITS IMPACT
Authors: I Nyoman Bontot  , Martino Wibowo  , Sippavitch Wongsuwatt
Published: August 2024

Bankruptcy of a company not only harms the founders, shareholders (investors), suppliers and employees. Bankruptcy of a company can have a systemic impact on the economy of a country or even the global economy. Bankruptcy of a company can be caused by management errors and can also be caused by an economic/financial crisis that has hit. In fact, bankruptcy can be detected through analysis using a bankruptcy model. The data analyzed comes from the company's financial reports. This paper aims to examine the role of company disclosure on bankruptcy anticipation and the impact it has. Disclosure of company financial information is very important in anticipating bankruptcy, because early detection can be done to overcome it.
GAMBARAN GRIT PADA MAHASISWA PENDIDIKAN PROFESI DOKTER PERGURUAN TINGGI NEGERI (PTN) DAN PERGURUAN TINGGI SWASTA DI INDONESIA
Authors: Anisa Muharrani Salima  , Margaretha Purwanti  , Aireen Rhammy Kinara Aisyah
Published: August 2024

Medical professional students have responsibilities, such as facing unpredictable real situations, large numbers of patients, uncooperative patients, and difficulties with the diseases they treat. The number of responsibilities can cause emotional exhaustion, stress, and burnout for medical students. To overcome this, medical students need a “Grit”. Grit is the desire of oneself to achieve long-term goals accompanied by high perseverance and consistency of interest in these goals. This study uses a quantitative approach with a descriptive research design. The population of this study were medical professional education students in Indonesia. This study used a non-probability sampling technique with convenience sampling. The sample size used was 120 participants. The results of this study are professional medical education students have a high grit score (91.67%). Based on the dimensions of consistency of interest and perseverance of effort, the majority of medical professional students have high scores on both dimensions. In this study, the most selected internal factor was "Purpose" (27.2%), while the external factor was "Parenting" (36.67%). A recommendation for future research to conduct mixed method research to examine the topic of grit and its factors more elaborately in order to determine its influence on individuals.
STUDI KASUS: COGNITIVE BEHAVIOR THERAPY UNTUK MENGURANGI KECENDERUNGAN KECEMASAN SOSIAL PADA SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Berliana Azirna , Nurtjahjo Fani Eka
Published: August 2024

Excessive feelings of fear characterize students with social anxiety and worry and avoidance of social situations, especially in the school environment. Students quickly feel nervous and anxious when they are in a crowded environment or public place, such as avoiding appearing in front of the class, not daring to refuse or reprimand others, speaking in a low voice, not daring to answer or ask questions, not looking the other person in the eye, and being afraid. Others poorly view them. This case study involves a fifth-grade elementary school (Sekolah Dasar/SD) student who has experienced social anxiety for the past year. The subject feels uncomfortable in crowded places and has negative thoughts about other people's views of him. Assessment is carried out by observation, interviews, psychological tests (WISC, CSCT, graphic), and the Liebowitz social anxiety scale. The intervention provided to reduce social anxiety in subjects used a cognitive-behavioral approach, namely, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, carried out for nine sessions. The intervention results showed that the subjects could identify irrational thoughts and change them to be more rational, decreasing anxiety levels when appearing in front of the class and interacting with other people in the class and school environment according to the predetermined intervention targets.
A review of comorbidities in atopic dermatitis
Authors: Apti Sengkioun Ozlem , Salman Andac
Published: August 2024

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic, recurrent inflammatory skin disorder that can affect people of all ages. Considering its high disease burden, it is traditionally linked with psychosocial comorbidities, including depression, anxiety, social anxiety, and substantially impaired quality of life. With advancements in understanding the pathogenesis of AD and the critical importance of comorbidities in managing patients with skin conditions, an increased number of studies have recently shown that a variety of comorbidities are more frequently seen in patients with AD. The recognition of these comorbidities is important for the optimum management of patients and the selection of systemic treatments. In this review, comorbidities in pediatric and adult patients with AD are summarized.
IMPACT OF MINING INDUSTRY FACILITIES ON RIVER WATER QUALITY
Authors: Маргарян Л. А.
Published: August 2024

Исследовались изменения качества воды реки Вохчи под влиянием горнодобывающей промышленности. В бассейне реки Вохчи расположено три больших медно-молибденовых и золото-полиметаллических месторождения, два действующих и три рекультивированных хвостохранилища. Сточные воды горно-обогатительных комбинатов, а также проточные воды хвостохранилищ попадают в реку Вохчи, загрязняя ее воды высоким количеством молибдена, марганца, железа, меди, цинка, хрома и т.д. Многолетние гидрохимические исследования показали, что за семь лет качество воды в средних и нижних стоках реки резко ухудшилось. Из-за высокого содержания тяжелых металлов, воды в этой части реки стали непригодными и токсичными для орошения.

Abstract - The changes in water quality of the Voghji River (Republic of Armenia) under the influence of mining industry facilities were studied. Three large copper-molybdenum and gold-polymetallic deposits, as well as two operating and three reclaimed tailing dumps are located in the Voghji River basin. Wastewater of the mining and refining facilities together with lotic water of tailings falls into the Voghji River, contaminating it with high levels of molybdenum, manganese, iron, copper, zinc, chromium, etc. The long-term hydrochemical study revealed that the water quality of the middle and lower streams of the river had been continuously contaminated within seven years. Due to the high levels of heavy metals, the water in this part of the river might be unsuitable and toxic for irrigation use.
STUDY OF BIODEGRADATION OF NITROCELLULOSE USING FUNGUS FUZARIUM SOLANI
Authors: Хрячков В. А. , Саратовских Е. А. , Яруллин Р. Н.
Published: August 2024

Представлены результаты решения проблемы очистки промышленных стоков производства нитроцеллюлозы (НЦ) методом биодеградации. Цель исследования состояла в подборе микроорганизма (ов) или их сочетаний, способных в максимальной степени и в предельно короткие сроки окислить стойкий биополимер - НЦ. В настоящей работе отходы НЦ с содержанием азота N 13,38 масс.% подвергали биологическому окислению с помощью мицелиального гриба Fusariumsolani . Время инкубации образцов на F. solani составляло 5, 16, 38 и 65 суток. Максимальное снижение содержания N составило ~ 3%; максимальная концентрация образования нитратов NO в растворе была 11,40 мкг/мл; рН сдвигался в кислую область. Молекулярная масса образцов существенно снижалась: с 324216 у исходного образца до 37300. Тепловыделение снизилось до 770 кал/г за 36 суток по сравнению с 975 кал/г у исходного образца. Наибольшие изменения наблюдались за первые 5 и 16 суток инкубации, что можно считать перспективным с точки зрения практического применения.

Abstract- The results of solving the problem of cleaning up industrial waste waters of nitrocellulose (NC) manufacturing by biodegradation method are presented. The purpose of the study was to select a microorganism or a combination thereof, capable of oxidizing the persistent biopolymer - NC, to the maximum oxidation degree and as quickly as possible. In the present study, NC waste samples with a nitrogen content of 13.38 wt.% were subjected to biological oxidation using a filamentous fungus Fusarium solani . The time of incubation of the NC samples with F. solani was 5, 16, 38, and 65 days. The maximum decrease in the N content was ca.3%; the maximum concentration of nitrate ions formed in the solution was 11.40 μg/ml; pH values were shifted to the acidic region. The molecular mass of the NC samples reduced significantly: from 324216 (for the initial sample) to 37300. The heat release value decreased to 770 cal/g within 36 days compared to 975 cal/g for the initial sample. The greatest changes were observed after the first 5 and 16 days of incubation, which can be considered a promising result in terms of practical use of the method.
ANAEROBIC DETOXICATION OF WHITE PHOSPHORUS BY MICROORGANISMS IN SEWAGE SEDIMENTS
Authors: Миндубаев А. З. , Волошина А. Д. , Кулик Н. В. , Сапармырадов К. А. , Хаяров Х. Р. , Минзанова С. Т. , Миронова Л. Г. , Яхваров Д. Г.
Published: August 2024

Представлены результаты исследования биодеградации опасного токсиканта белого фосфора, введенного в осадки сточных вод водоочистных сооружений при концентрации от 0,001 до 0,1%. Показано, что в анаэробных условиях белый фосфор окисляется до нетоксичных водорастворимых соединений. Получены культуры актиномицетов, растущих при концентрации белого фосфора до 0,1%. Скорость снижения концентрации Рв осадках сточных вод обратно пропорциональна продолжительности лаг-фазы роста микрофлоры. Обсуждается предполагаемый путь метаболизма белого фосфора.

Abstract - The results of studying biodegradation of a hazardous toxicant - white phosphorus are presented, after the latter has been introduced into sewage sludge samples obtained from wastewater treatment facilities, at a concentration level ranging from 0.001 to 0.1%. It is shown that, under anaerobic conditions, white phosphorus is oxidized yielding non-toxic water-soluble compounds. Cultures of actinomycetes grown at a white phosphorus concentration of up to 0.1% have been obtained. The rate of P concentration decrease in wastewater sediments is inversely proportional to the duration of the microflora lag-growth phase. A hypothetical metabolic pathway of white phosphorus is discussed.