bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Course unit economic mathematics – full-time versus distance learning
Authors: Chicu Olga , Chicu Veronica
Published: May 2023

The emergence of a new form of education, apart from full-time and part-time education, seems to be inevitable. Obviously it is about distance education. The Republic of Moldova was forced to switch to online education due to the pandemic, so we already have some skills in organizing this form of education. But are students ready to follow this form of education or, more importantly, are universities ready to offer students the organization of the educational process in the form of distance education. This paper attempts to answer the question of how prepared are students for distance learning, based on the results of the questionnaire that ASEM first-year students participated in.
Problematic aspects related to logistics and shipping costs in online stores
Authors: Cotoros Inga , Bayar Yilmaz
Published: May 2023

As could be seen after the outbreak of the pandemic, the food industry moved its activity to the digital world. In addition to the need to consider whether this is a viable move due to high operational costs, retailers of products (especially food) should also take into account the fact that there are some characteristics to the logistics of an online supermarket and their transportation, which affects the whole activity. Successful food chains, whose operations were digitized before or during the pandemic, achieved colossal results but also had to overcome logistical obstacles (the appearance of new customers). Indeed, there is no way to avoid these complexities. In this article, we will highlight the main peculiarities of the logistics and transport of an online supermarket: both the sensitive points and the opportunities for food retailers.
The particulars of the accounting for online payment of goods
Authors: Tugulschi Iuliana , Cusmaunsa Rodica , Curagau Natalia
Published: May 2023

Actually, commercial entities apply in electronic/online commerce a diversity of forms of delivery of goods and ways of payment by buyers. As a rule, the sale of goods online requires payment in cash directly at the commercial entity's headquarters or through couriers such as cash on delivery. In the context of the aforementioned, in practice there are uncertainties regarding the conduct of transactions for the online sale of goods. In this article are examined the problematic accounting aspects of online goods deliveries with payment through different methods provided by the legislation in force.
Evaluation of similarity of trend functions
Authors: Coanda Ilie
Published: May 2023

An approach to the evaluation of the similarity of the functions - approximating trend is proposed. The evaluation process consists of two stages: approximation techniques specific to non-linear regressions are applied, then certain procedures are used - algorithms for comparing the trend-functions obtained. Approximating functions are made up of components of polynomial form as well as terms - parameterized trigonometric functions sine and cosine. A function of this form allows us to obtain approximating functions at an acceptable level of accuracy for each individual case. Beforehand, the primary data sets are subjected to a smoothing process, which also provides for the inclusion of some parameters for the purposes of qualitative monitoring of operations to exclude exceptional values, values that, in some cases, can have a significantly negative impact. Varying the parameters of the approximating functions, in particular, of the trigonometric functions, can provide us with an approximation at a proper level of precision. In some cases, a high level of approximation accuracy can also have a negative impact. Having already obtained the trend functions for the respective data sets, we continue with the process of calculating the parameters that determine the basic fundamental properties of the obtained trend functions. For this purpose, the techniques of researching functions according to theories in the field of applied mathematics are used. Then, the domain of the independent variable is to be divided into several intervals, not necessarily of the same length, then, for each of them, the values corresponding to monotony effects, inflection points, extremes, etc. are calculated. The obtained values are to be included in the distance calculation formula.
Opportunities for visibility of USARB researchers in the global scientific community: 2017-2022
Authors: Turcan Elena , Mihaluta Aculina
Published: May 2023

In recent years, the idea that the university library would be the most appropriate and relevant in coordinating the management of research data has been increasingly discussed. The communication discusses the history of the bibliometric service of the USARB Scientific Library, the most important aspect in the activity of the modern library in assessing the quality of information related to scientific research and studying its quantitative side: promoting USARB scientific production in the USARB Institutional Repository Open Research Archive (ORA), creating profiles in Google Scholar, Orcid, Academia.edu and providing data to the National Bibliometric Instrument; information search in Webometrics, Open Ukrainian Citation Index (OUCI), Dimensions, eLIBRARY, Publish or Perish, Scopus, Web of Science. The results of the analysis of the Questionnaire regarding the level of participation of the Scientific Library in informing researchers and evaluating the results of scientific activity are presented, a process that is based on bibliometric measurement methods. The scientometrics, presented in this article, carried out by the Scientific Library, reflects the evaluation in comparison of the years 2017-2022 of the scientific contributions of academic staff, highlighting the citations of the scientific results obtained. In the article is provided theoretical and practical support necessary for researchers for the activity of the National Bibliometric Instrument, Google Scholar, Orcid, Academia.edu. The Scientific Library through the bibliometric service aims to connect scientists, provide them with platforms to share their research work and facilitate their tracking of articles relevant to their fields of study.
Pandemia de COVID-19: desafios na coleta de resíduos sólidos em Manaus
Authors: Corrêa Costa Reinaldo , Dávila Marques de Lima Luiza
Published: May 2023

A gestão de resíduos sólidos (R.S.) é um tema crucial em todo o mundo, especialmente durante a pandemia de COVID-19. Com o aumento no uso de máscaras descartáveis e outros itens relacionados ao vírus, é importante identificar como a coleta e a destinação final dos R.S. foram feitas durante a pandemia. Este estudo teve como objetivo analisar as ações relacionadas à coleta e destinação final dos R.S. em Manaus (AM), identificando as ações ante a pandemia. Foi feita uma pesquisa bibliográfica no Google Acadêmico, Semulsp, IBGE e Trata Brasil. Os dados coletados foram usados para analisar as ações de coleta e destinação final dos R.S. durante a pandemia com uso do S.A.U. Os resultados indicam uma redução nos níveis de geração de R.S. nos anos de 2020 e 2021, o período pandêmico. Ainda há problemas ligados ao descarte inadequado de R.S., como a presença de lixeiras viciadas e rios urbanos poluídos. Conclui-se que a pandemia teve um impacto na gestão de R.S., resultando em uma redução nos níveis de resíduos coletados. É necessário avaliar a gestão de R.S. e se houve alguma melhora significativa na destinação final dos R.S.   Destaca-se que ainda há desafios a serem enfrentados no que diz respeito ao saneamento básico em Manaus.
Determinants of Measles Vaccine Uptake among Mothers of Children between 9 and 24 Months in Narok North Subcounty
Authors:   Kenyatta University, Kiplagat Alice , Bett Sarah ,   Kenyatta University, Masika Jacob ,   Kenyatta University
Published: May 2023

The low uptake of measles vaccines in Kenya is a noticeable public health problem. Therefore, the study assessed the determinants of low uptake and hesitancy of measles vaccination among mothers of children aged 9 – 24 months in Narok North Sub-County, Narok. Cross-sectional quantitative study was done. The study was conducted in four purposively selected health centers in Narok North Sub-County. A structured and pretested questionnaire was used to collect data from 100 mothers. The multistage sampling method was used in this study to select the mothers who participated in the current study. The data were analysed descriptively. Additionally, Pearson’s chi-square, Kruskal-Wallis H, and logistic regression tests were conducted to determine the significance of the relationships and associations between the determinants and MCV uptake. A total of 69(69%) of the children (N =100) who had qualified for the first dose of measles vaccines (MCV1) had received the vaccines, while 31(31%) had not. Thirteen (26.5%) of the children (n = 49) who had qualified for the second dose of measles vaccine (MCV2) had received the vaccine, while 36(73.5%) did not. The significant maternal determinants of MCV uptake included; maternal age (p = .019) and maternal level of education (p = .030). The significant child’s determinants were birth order (p = .032) and place of birth (p = .001). The significant socioeconomic factors included; low socioeconomic background (p = .004) and cultural and religious issues (p = .003). The significant healthcare determinants included distance from the health facility (p = .020) and availability of vaccines in the health center (p = .000). Measles vaccine uptake was very low compared to the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended coverage rate of >95%. Thus, there is a need to provide health education and information to mothers or caregivers on measles vaccine uptake. Keywords: Vaccine, Vaccine Uptake, Measles
Who is a coach and who is a coaching psychologist? Professionalising coaching psychology in the United Kingdom
Authors: Moin Tia , Giraldez-Hayes Andrea , Stopforth Marie , Lynden Jenny , Rees-Davies Laura
Published: May 2023

As the British Psychological Society establishes a new Division of Coaching Psychology and routes to chartered membership for coaching psychologists, we revisit the ongoing dialogue into the professionalisation of coaching psychology, with a specific focus on practice in the United Kingdom (UK). We attempt to make distinctions between the practice of a coaching psychologist and a professionally qualified coach. First, we offer an overview of the development of coaching psychology over recent years, contemplating the need to regulate it as a profession. Following that, we consider some of the main coaching and coaching psychology definitions in an attempt to delineate the practice of coaching psychologists from that of non-psychologist coaches. Next, we compare approaches to training and some of the differences between coaching and coaching psychology, as well as the need for an ethical framework and supervision for coaching psychologists. Finally, we conclude by offering a final thought about who is a coaching psychologist.
Coaches should not be supervised
Authors: Weinberg Julius
Published: May 2023

This paper examines a coaching myth: the need for supervision. It approaches the issue from the perspectives of language, values and effectiveness. Asking what supervision is, if it is consistent with the values of coaching and if it works.It concludes that coaches should neither seek, nor provide, supervision, that the term does not describe what coaches need for development and quality assurance. The use of the term ‘supervision’ may be holding the domain back by implying a particular interaction which coaches may disagree with, and by discouraging coaches from seeking, developing and exploring methods of development with which they feel comfortable. Finally, it identifies serious, undisclosed conflicts of interest.
Navigating the landscape of research paradigms: An overview and critique
Authors: Rahman Md Mahbubur
Published: May 2023

The aim of this study is to investigate the different research paradigms, including conventional and alternative paradigms, and to critically examine their underlying assumptions and implications for research design, data collection, and analysis. The methodology involves a critical examination of different research paradigms and their underlying belief structure. The main findings of this study indicate that different research paradigms have different assumptions about the nature of reality, the role of the researcher, and the goals of the research. These assumptions have implications at the fundamental level. This review article contributes to the existing literature by providing a comprehensive overview of research paradigms and their implications for research design, data collection, and analysis, practically. The study also emphasizes the importance of choosing the most appropriate research paradigm that aligns with the research questions and goals, leading to more accurate and relevant findings that contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the scholarly fields.
Research on the Influence of Enterprise Digitalization on R&D Innovation
Authors: Chen Junjie
Published: May 2023

With the development of scientific and technological innovation and digital economy, more and more enterprises choose to implement digital transformation to enhance their influence. This paper takes China Shanghai and Shenzhen A-share listed companies from 2010 to 2020 as samples, obtains the keywords related to "digital transformation" in the annual report of enterprises with the help of crawler technology, and empirically tests the influence of digitalization of listed companies on enterprise R&D innovation under the background of social digital reform and innovation. The results show that the digital transformation of enterprises can significantly improve the R&D innovation of enterprises, that is, the higher the degree of digital transformation of enterprises, the more R&D innovation of enterprises. The above conclusions are still valid after endogenous test and robustness test. This study enriches the relevant literature on promoting R&D innovation in enterprises, and provides empirical evidence for the management of enterprises to carry out high-quality R&D innovation.
Temporal changes in biomass production across different plant communities in alpine meadows of Tungnath, Garhwal Himalaya
Authors: Kumar Rahul , Adhikari Bhupendra
Published: May 2023

We studied temporal changes in biomass and net primary productivity of alpine grasslands at Tungnath in Garhwal Himalaya. Five different communities with similar elevations were taken for investigation. The above-ground biomass samples were harvested as close to the ground as possible. Similarly, below-ground biomass samples were collected from harvesting monoliths (25 x 25 x 30 cm). Aboveground net primary production was determined as the sum of positive changes in biomass and belowground net primary production was calculated as the difference between peak belowground biomass and preceding minimum biomass. The live shoot biomass increased from May till September in all communities except Trachydium roylei and Polygonum, which peaked in August. The dead shoot and litter biomass first decreased and peaked in all communities in October. Belowground biomass first decreased and then increased towards the end of the growing season. The belowground to aboveground biomass ratio ranged between 0.61-3.08. The aboveground net productivity ranged between 454.8-294.3 g m-2, and the belowground net productivity ranged between 346.3-102.4 g m-2.
Effective lung cancer detection using deep learning network
Authors:   Department of Computer Science, Pondicherry University, India, Narayanan Vidyul ,   Department of Computer Science, Pondicherry University, India,   Department of Computer Science, Pondicherry University, India, P. Nithya. , M. Sathya.
Published: May 2023

The use of a computer-assisted diagnosis system was crucial to the results of the clinical study conducted to determine the nature of the human illness. When compared to other disorders, lung cancer requires extra caution during the examination process. This is because the mortality rate from lung cancer is higher because it affects both men and women. Poor image resolution has hampered previous lung cancer detection technologies, preventing them from achieving the requisite degree of dependability. Therefore, in this study, we provide a unique approach to lung cancer prognosis that makes use of improved machine learning and processing of images. Images of lung disease from CT scan databases created using quasi cells are used for diagnosis. Multilayer illumination was used to analyse the generated images, which improved the precision of the lungs' depiction by probing each and every one of their pixels while simultaneously decreasing the amount of background noise. Lung CT images are pre-processed to remove noise, and then a more advanced deep learning network is used to isolate the affected region. The territory is partitioned into subnetworks according to the number of existing networks, from which different features are subsequently extracted. Next, an ensemble classifier should be used to correctly diagnose lung diseases. Using MATLAB simulation, the authors examine how the provided technique improves the rate at which lung cancer could be diagnosed.
CHARACTERISTICS OF RATS AND ECTOPARASITES ON ANIMAL QUARANTINE HEALTH IN PORTS
Authors: Hajar Hajar , L Panga , F Sasmita , L Oge , Hastian Hastian , L Harudin
Published: May 2023

Rats are wild animals that can cause disease. Diseases that can be caused by Toxoplasma caused by parasites. One that can be transmitted from rat urine, saliva, feces and fleas. This research is a qualitative research that uses a descriptive observational approach. Identification was carried out at the Kendari Class II KKP Laboratory. The disease is directly bitten by ectoparasites in the body of mice (fleas, fleas, ticks and mites). The study was conducted by observing at the same time (point time approach) which included all rats in the Perimeter area of the People's Harbor Area, Nusantara Port, Ferry Port and Bungkutoko Port. 100 traps were set and placed scattered around in the Perimeter area. The catch was carried out in the afternoon and taken in the morning. The rats and ectoparasites obtained were then identified. In the trap taking in April obtained as many as 30 tails. The rats found were Norvegicus, Mus Muscular and Hundred diardi species. The number of ectoparasites found was 29 types of pinja. In the trap taking in June, 18 individuals were found. Ectoparasites were found with Norvegicus species with 156 fleas, Hundred diardi with 2 fleas. Conclusion The rats in the people's port and Ferry had the highest number of rats and had the highest number of extoparsites compared to the ports of Nusantara and Bungkutoko..
Resitasi Untuk Menguatkan Metode Direct Instruction Dalam Peningkatan Minat Belajar Siswa Di MA Balongrejo Sumobito Jombang
Authors: Mufida Tulayatul , Lailiyah Nurul
Published: May 2023

Resitasi untuk menguatkan metode direct instrction adalah metode belajar yang dianggap mampu membantu guru dalam meningkatkan minat belajar peserta didik, minat tersebutlah yang mampu meningkatkan kemauan dan konsentrasi studi peserta didik dari kemauan itu akan lebih mudah bagi peserta didik dalam memahami pelajaran. Dari hal tersebut rumusan masalah dalam penelitian meliputi: 1. Bagaimana penerapan resitasi untuk menguatkan metode Direct Instruction pada mata pelajaran SKI di MA Balongrejo Sumobito Jombang?, 2. Bagaimana penerapan resitasi untuk menguatkan metode Direct Instruction dalam meningkatkan minat belajar siswa pada mata pelajaran SKI di MA Balongrejo Sumobito Jombang?. Fokus penelitian skripsi ini mencakup dua hal yaitu: 1.Penerapan resitasi untuk menguatkan metode Direct Instruction pada mata pelajaran SKI di MA Balongrejo Sumobito Jombang, 2.Resitasi untuk menguatkan metode Direct Instruction dalam meningkatkan minat belajar siswa pada mata pelajaran SKI di MA Balongrejo Sumobito Jombang. Tujuan penelitian ini ialah: 1. Untuk mendeskripsikan penerapan resitasi untuk menguatkan metode ceramah pada mata pelajaran SKI di MA Balongrejo Sumobito Jombang,  2. Untuk mendeskripsikan minat belajar siswa sebelum penerapan resitasi untuk menguatkan metode ceramah pada mata pelajaran SKI di MA Balongrejo Sumobito Jombang, 3. Untuk mendeskripsikan evaluasi resitasi untuk menguatkan metode ceramah pada mata pelajaran SKI dalam meningkatkan minat belajar siswa di MA Balongrejo Sumobito Jombang.

Penelitian ini adalah  penelitian(field research) dengan menggunakan metode kualitatif desainnya studi kasus. Dengan rancangan teknik pengumpulan data melalui observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Kehadiran peneliti dalam penelitian ini sebagai instrument kunci dan peneliti merupakan pengamat sebagai partisipan.

Hasil penelitian ditemukan bahwa resitasi untuk menguatkan metode ceramah memang sangat mempengaruhi minat belajar siswa, dimana dapat dilihat secara langsung bahwa dengan menambahkan resitasi atau penugasan siswa lebih terfokus dan berpartisipasi aktif selama pembelajaran berlangsung

Kesimpulan dari pemaparan diatas bahwa resitasi untuk menguatkan metode direct instruction memang berpengaruh terhadap peningkatan minat belajar siswa pada matapelajaran SKI terkhusus materi yang berisi cerita yang menjadikan siswa mudah bosan ketika pembelajaran berlangsung.
Phytochemical and Biological Screening of Catholic Vegetable (Jatropha Tanjorensis) Aqueous Extract in Bali, Taraba State, Nigeria
Authors: Imohiosen Ojeaga
Published: May 2023

Jatropha tanjorensis has been used as a medicinal herb in treatment and management of disease because they are relatively safer, more affordable and sometimes offers better therapeutic value than synthetic drugs. The study investigated the phytochemical and biological screening of catholic vegetable (Jatropha tanjorensis) aqueous extract with the objectives of evaluating some secondary metabolites in the plant using standard qualitative methods and ascertaining the antimicrobial effect of Jatropha tanjorensis aqueous leave extract on bacteria of medical importance such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumonia, Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella typhi and Escherichia coli using the agar well diffusion method. The results revealed that the extract of the leaf of J. tanjorensis contain some important bioactive components (phytochemicals) in a high amount such as saponins followed by flavonoids, alkaloid and tannins in moderate amount whereas phenol, phlobatannins and glycosides are in low amount. It also shows that the extract was active against E. coli, P. aeruginosa, S. aureus, K. pneumonia and S. typhi measuring clear zones of inhibition 30.0mm, 22.0mm, 19.0mm, 18.0mm and 17.0mm respectively. Thus, the exhibition of strong antibacterial activity and phytochemical profiles obtained from the analyses of J. tanjorensis leaf indicated that it might be recommended for human consumption and adequate amount of consumption could contribute greatly towards meeting human nutritional needs for normal body growth and adequate protection and curative measures to common diseases related to the test organisms.
Identification of bull semen microbiota and possible alternatives for antibiotics in semen extenders
Authors: Cojkic Aleksandar
Published: May 2023

The use of 16S rRNA sequencing has revolutionised research on the microbiome. However, few studies using this method have been done on semen from healthy bulls. Such information is required to optimise addition of antibiotics to semen extenders to inhibit growth of bacteria. With the increasing emergence of antibacterial resistance, it is important to identify alternatives to antibiotics in semen preservation. Possible solutions are to use plant-based substances that exhibit antimicrobial properties or to separate spermatozoa from bacteria in semen samples. The aims of this thesis were to identify the seminal microbiome of healthy bulls, to assess individual differences and their influence on fertility as well as seasonal differences in the occurrence of bacteria and their possible impacts on sperm quality. A second aim was to explore alternatives to antibiotics to reduce bacteria, using plant extracts or by physical removal of bacteria from semen samples. The studies revealed individual differences in bull seminal microbiota that may be correlated with fertility. Seasonal differences were observed in the bacteria in commercial semen samples; however, no significant associations were found between specific bacteria and sperm quality. When evaluating alternatives to antibiotics, we noted that curcumin extract at a concentration of 5% reduced the bacterial count and had a slight positive effect on bull sperm kinematics without negatively affecting sperm viability. Single layer centrifugation (SLC) effectively removed bacteria from bull semen samples while simultaneously selecting good quality spermatozoa. More studies are needed to investigate the influence of certain bacteria on bull sperm quality. The effects of combinations of plant-based substances on bacterial reduction and sperm quality could be investigated, and also further possibilities with SLC. These methods could contribute to reducing the development of antimicrobial resistance.
INFLUÊNCIA ENTRE O PESO DO OVO CAIPIRA SOBRE O PESO DO PINTAINHO AO NASCER, ALIADOS À EFICIÊNCIA DA INCUBAÇÃO ARTIFICIAL
Authors: De Oliveira Betânia Jordan , Costa Eliane de Sousa , Botelho Luiz Fernando Rocha , Dos Reis Rogério Amorim
Published: May 2023

A crescente busca por produtos que sejam considerados mais naturais, livres de resíduos, abre os caminhos de volta ao sistema alternativo de criação de aves. O uso de tecnologias como a incubação artificial eficiente juntamente à seleção adequada de ovos caipiras incubavéis pode aumentar a produção e rentabilidade de produtores avícolas. Para desenvolver o trabalho foram utilizados ovos caipiras de propriedades de agricultura familiar, com cerca de 20 aves em postura de 29 a 60 semanas de idade. Os ovos foram pesados individualmente em balança digital eletrônica de precisão e divididos em três tratamentos de peso, pequenos (P), médios (M) e grandes (G), com pesos entre 47 a 51g, 52 a 56g, 57 a 61g, respectivamente. Os ovos foram incubados a uma temperatura de 37,8ºC, a umidade adequada conforme a necessidade expressa pela máquina, e viragem programada para cada duas horas. No 13° dia de incubação, foi realizada a ovoscopia em todos os ovos, e embriodiagnostico em ovos com embriões mortos, para a realização do cálculo de taxa de fertilidade, eclodibilidade e mortalidade. Os pintainhos nascidos foram pesados individualmente. O delineamento experimental utilizado foi o inteiramente casualizado - DIC. Os dados coletados foram submetidos ao teste de Tukey por meio do software SISVAR considerando 5% como nível de significância. Os ovos do tratamento P apresentaram maiores taxas de fertilidade, eclodibilidade e menores de mortalidade e perdas de peso. Enquanto que o tratamento M e G apesar de boas taxas de fertilidade tiveram menores taxas de eclodibilidade, e maiores perdas de peso, sendo o G o de maior taxa de mortalidade possivelmente devido à influência de fatores ambientais da sala de incubação, como oscilações de temperatura e umidade e fisiologia das matrizes. Em relação ao peso do ovo sobre o peso dos pintainhos, os ovos menores produziram pintos menores, e os médios e grandes produziram pintos de semelhante tamanho, mostrando que de ovos maiores ou iguais a 52g, obtêm-se pintos maiores.
APLICAÇÃO DE CONCEITOS E CRITÉRIOS DE DESEMPENHO PARA UMA SALA DE AULA INOVADORA
Authors: Molinero Aline de Queiroz Passos , Sales Kathia Marise Borges , Barreto Elton Borges de Sena , De Oliveira Grinaldo Lopes , Moreira José Antônio , Jorge Eduardo Manuel de Freitas
Published: May 2023

As novas demandas de competências e habilidades da sociedade pós-moderna, conectadas com inovações no processo de ensino e aprendizagem, fazem florescer pesquisas sobre projetos arquitetônicos de espaços nas escolas e universidades. A necessidade de uma educação inovadora na Europa, em contraponto ao ambiente educacional tradicional, está fazendo surgir projetos como o Future Classroom Lab (FCL), implantado em diversas cidades deste continente. Esta pesquisa apresenta uma proposta de um laboratório de fabricação digital para a Universidade do Estado da Bahia (UNEB), localizado no Brasil e denominado de MandacaruLab, o qual foi idealizado utilizando-se como referencial teórico as premissas do FCL e as ilações em relação a critérios de desempenho relacionados, tais como a eficiência econômica, eficácia pedagógica, efetividade política e relevância cultural, amplamente abordados por Benno Sander. Como resultado, além do projeto, o artigo também apresenta uma discussão de como os critérios foram observados para o projeto do MandacaruLab, podendo transformar-se em referencial para o desenvolvimento de projetos arquitetônicos na UNEB.
A DECISION TREE-BASED CLASSIFIER COMPARES THREE DATA ANALYSIS METHODS FOR THE IDENTIFICATION OF MIRNAS ASSOCIATED WITH EARLY-STAGE LUNG CANCER
Authors: Camargo Bethina da Rocha , De Souza Vanessa das Graças Pereira , Lapa Rainer Marco López , Dos Reis Patricia Pintor , Oliveira Rogério Antonio
Published: May 2023

Lung cancer is a major global health problem, with high mortality rates and increasing incidence in developing countries and among women. MicroRNAs (miRNAs) have emerged as potential biomarkers for lung cancer diagnosis and treatment due to their stability, abundance, and easy detection in tumor tissues and body fluids. However, there is no consensus on the most suitable statistical method for identifying differentially expressed miRNAs (DE-miRNAs) in large datasets. In this study, we compared the performance of EdgeR, DESeq2, and the Wilcoxon-Mann-Whitney test in identifying deregulated miRNAs in lung adenocarcinoma using a large miRNA sequencing dataset from The Cancer Genome Atlas. We focused on miRNAs associated with early-stage disease to identify potential biomarkers for disease detection in high-risk patients. Our results demonstrate the usefulness of applied computational mathematics/statistics in improving miRNA analysis using large cancer datasets and contribute to the identification of clinically applicable biomarkers for lung cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Word of Mouth (Wom) as Marketing Strategy Towards Ship Sales at PT. Multi Daya Unggul
Authors: Dermawan Ervin Muhammad , Barkah Cecep Safa'atul
Published: May 2023

PT. Multidaya Unggul wants to achieve its goal of being able to create a worldwide market through a marketing strategy. With this aim, the marketing strategy used is word of mouth. In this study, the method used is qualitative descriptive analysis. The research was conducted by observing, in-depth interviews, and studying documentation at the company. From the data obtained through the research stages, then an analysis was carried out using elements from word of mouth, it is known that PT. Multidaya Unggul chooses its loyal customers to promote its products to potential customers, especially those in the middle to upper economic class. The existence of a word of mouth is due to the creation of a message or event that makes them talk about the product or service they have used.
Altman Z Score Method for Predicting Bankruptcy in Kompas 100 Index Companies
Authors: Somantri Herman , Mudzakar M. Kohar
Published: May 2023

This study aims to predict bankruptcy in companies indexed in Kompas 100. The research does on 30 sample companies based on a purposive sampling technique for 2019 – 2021. The research does use explanatory and descriptive investigations. The results showed that 18 companies met the healthy category in 2019, 15 in 2020, and 18 in 2021. A gray area category, 2019, 10 companies; 2020, 9 companies. And 2021, 8 companies. For the bankruptcy category, in 2019, 2 companies. In 2020, 6 companies, and in 2021, 4 companies.
Influence of The Service Quality Dimension on Attitudinal Loyalty and Behavioral Loyalty Moderated by The Level of Internet Usage and Switching Costs
Authors: Widodo Teguh , Jauhari Rifqi
Published: May 2023

The increase in Indihome subscribers increased but the Fixed Broadband Market Share for Indihome products decreased. It is suspected that there is a decrease in Indihome customer loyalty, supported by data on bad customer loyalty behavior and also the attitude of customer loyalty is not good. Investigation is necessary to find the causes of decreased loyalty, so this research uses the Service Quality internet service provider model for quantitative analysis involving independent variables namely Network Quality, Customer Service, Information Quality and Security, and the dependent variables namely Attitudinal Loyalty and Behavioral Loyalty, and moderator variables namely Internet Usage Lavel and Switching cost. The causal relationship between the eight variables forms a structural equation model (SEM). Data were obtained from 408 Indihome internet customers, and the data were analyzed using WarpPLS 8.0 software.

The results of this research indicate that the provider must pay attention to information to customers to continue to provide complete, up-to-date, useful and accurate information to make customers loyal. They also need to pay attention to the value of increasing customer loyalty, which in the future customers will continue to subscribe. And they need to improve Customer Service services for Internet users with high intensity. The provider need to increase Security which has a high level of Switching Cost because it can weaken Attitudinal loyalty.
The Impact of an Accelerator Program for Startup to Develop the Business in Circular Economy
Authors: Wirawan Andreas Pandu , Muchtar Susy , Nalurita Febria
Published: May 2023

The economic transition from a linear to a circular economy is considered very important, especially to reduce the environmental impact that has been generated due to waste. One way to accelerate the transition is through the opening of new jobs through startups. Startups that are starting to grow their business need to get a variety of support. Therefore, the acceleration program is here to help business development while fostering innovation in the circular economy sector. The purpose of this study is to analyze the influence of modules and learning, mentorship and mentoring, access to funding, and the network of cooperation provided by the Circular Jumpstart acceleration program to startups in the circular economy.  This research uses a qualitative method by analyzing data obtained from questionnaires and the process of in-depth interviews.  The results obtained in the research of the Circular Jumpstart acceleration program have a positive and significant effect on the business development of startups in the circular economy. Developments resulting from the provision of modules and learning, mentors and mentoring, access to capitalization, and cooperation networks to Circular Jumpstart participants. From the results obtained, it is known that modules and learning, mentors and mentoring, access to capital, and cooperation networks provided in the Circular Jumpstart program have a positive effect on the development of start-up businesses in the circular economy sector. As for being able to have a positive impact, the Circular Jumpstart acceleration program needs to develop access to government agencies, as well as provide a one-on-one mentoring method to better adapt to the needs of startups.
Reconstruction of Regulation of the Authority to Address Determination of Village Head Election Results as the Object of State Administrative Object of State Administrative Disputes Based on Justice Value
Authors: Panjaitan Bernat , Mashdurohatun Anis , Kusriyah Sri
Published: May 2023

The State of Indonesia is a State of Law". As a constitutional state, Indonesia places the foundations of law above all else. The purpose of this study is to analyze and find regulations adjudicating the determination of village head election results as objects of dispute. State administration is not based on the value of justice. The results of the Election of the Village Head as the object of a state administrative dispute based on the value of justice. The paradigm in this study is Constructivism. The legal research used in this dissertation is qualitative legal research, i.e. non-doctrinal legal research using a socio legal research approach, and the nature of this dissertation research is descriptive. The theory used is Pancasila justice theory, dignified justice theory (Grand Theory), legal system theory (Middle Theory), as well as progressive legal theory and authority theory (Applied Theory). The results of the study found that the Reconstruction of regulations on the authority to adjudicate the Determination of Village Head Election Results as Objects of State Administrative Disputes based on the value of justice, Reconstruction of regulations on objects of state administrative disputes on Bodies or Officials and State Administrative Decisions as follows: contents of Law No. 51 of 2009 concerning the Second Amendment to Law No. 6 of 1986 concerning State Administrative Courts Paragraph (1) Number 8 concerning the meaning of State Administrative Agencies or Officials Paragraph (1) Number 9 concerning State Administrative Decisions Prior to reconstruction in the event of disputes over the determination of the Village head election committee regarding the results of the village head election not being resolved by the Regent can be directly challenged to the state administrative court.
An Investigation of Motivation and Learning Strategies in Thai University Learners of French
Authors: Siripukdi Sirisuda
Published: May 2023

Learner motivation and learning strategies play a crucial role in language learning. Therefore, the current study aimed to investigate the patterns of motivation and learning strategies in 144 Thai university learners of the French language. Participants were given a questionnaire asking about their motivation and learning strategy use. The findings suggest a hierarchy of learning strategy use among Thai university learners. The most frequently used taxonomies of learning strategies were social strategies, followed by metacognitive strategies, cognitive strategies, compensation strategies, affective strategies and, finally, memory strategies. The current findings also showed a positive relationship between learner motivation and language learning strategies. However, qualitative investigations need to be considered for further studies to gain in-depth insight into learning strategy use. Such a line of inquiry would yield additional crucial pedagogical and theoretical implications.
The Intersection of Cryptocurrencies with Securities Law
Authors: N Rishab Kumar Jain. , John Sarah
Published: May 2023

The Intersection of Cryptocurrency and Securities Law has been discussed in various legal contexts in the present scenario. The rise of cryptocurrencies has put forth fresh challenges for investors as well as regulators and there is a need for clear direction on how to interpret the transactions that include digital currencies. The advent of crypto exchanges has formed an entire ecosystem of services and participants, who are looking to provide liquidity, exploit price differences for profit, and support the investments. The focus of the study is to investigate the legal and regulatory steps taken to include cryptocurrencies within securities law. The paper will delve into the distinctive attributes of cryptocurrencies and analyse the different regulations in which they can be classified as securities. Moreover, it will inspect the fluctuating regulatory strategies adopted by various countries and entities, such as the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (SIC), Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and others.
A Moving Kriging Meshfree Method for The Vibration Analysis of Homogenous Magneto-electro-elastic Plates
Authors: Nguyen Lieu B. , H. Thai Chien , Nguyen-Xuan H.
Published: May 2023

The free vibration analysis of the homogenous magneto-electro-elastic (MEE) plate based on a refined first-order shear deformation theory and moving Kriging meshfree method is presented in this paper. The refined first-order shear deformation theory (RFSDT) only includes four variables and reduces one variable when comparing to original first-order shear deformation theory. The MEE materials which are coupled between piezoelectric and piezomagnetic effects, are combined of BaTiO3 and CoFe2O4 materials. The magnetic and electric potentials satisfying to the Maxwell equations are assumed to be a combination of cosine and linear variations along the plate thickness. The coupled governing equations of motion of the MEE plates are obtained by using the principle of extended virtual displacement. These equations are solved to achieve the natural frequency of MEE plates by utilizing the moving Kriging meshfree method. Several numerical examples are examined to evaluate the influence of the geometrical parameter on the natural frequency of the MEE plates.This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/), which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium provided the original work is properly cited.
TINJAUAN LITELATUR: PENGARUH SENAM YOGA TERHADAP PENURUNAN TEKANAN DARAH PADA LANSIA PENDERITA HIPERTENSI
Authors: Melany Sehlla , Agus Citra Dermawan  , Kesumawati Femi
Published: May 2023

Latar Belakang: hipertensi adalah salah satu penyakit sistem kardiovaskular yang membunuh secara perlahan dan didefinisikan sebagai tekanan darah darah diatas batas normal dengan tekanan sistolik >140 mmHg dan tekanan diastoliknya >90 mmHg. Hipertensi jika tidak ditangani dapat menimbulkan komplikasi yang cukup parah seperti penyakit jantung, gagal ginjal, stroke bahkan bisa sampai kematian. Penatalaksanaan hipertensi secara nonfarmakologis yaitu dengan senam yoga. latihan yang memberikan manfaat kesehatan fisik dan mental melalui pengaturan hipotalamus, kelenjar pituitari, kelenjar adrenal dan sumbu sintetis, memunculkan respons sistem saraf terhadap stres dan membuat para lansia lebih rileks. Tujuan: Untuk mendapatkan gambaran dan hasil dari kajian Literature review tentang pengaruh senam yoga terhadap penurunan tekanan darah pada lansia penderita hipertensi. Metode: Pada penulisan ini penulis menggunakan metode Literatur review yaitu mengumpulkan data jurnal, membaca, membandingkan dan menyimpulkan dari 10 jurnal utama. Hasil: Setelah penulis melakukan kajian literature review dari beberapa sumber, didapatkan 90% senam yoga dapat menurunkan tekanan darah pada penderita hipertensi. Kesimpulan: Pemberian terapi senam yoga efektif untuk menurunkan tekanan darah pada penderita hipertensi.
PENERAPAN TERAPI RELAKSASI BENSON UNTUK MENURUNKAN TEKANAN DARAH PADA LANSIA DENGAN HIPERTENSI DI KELUARGA WILAYAH BINAAN PUSKESMAS PEGANDAN SEMARANG
Authors: Margiyati Margiyati  , Setyajati Anggrai Putri
Published: May 2023

Hypertension is an increase in blood pressure above normal which has a very close relationship with the elderly, so it can cause complications and cardiovascular disease if not treated properly. In the treatment of hypertension, the elderly can control blood pressure by using the Benson relaxation technique. Benson relaxation is a non-pharmacological therapy that uses the breathing relaxation method by involving the patient's belief factor. This case study aims to describe the application of Benson relaxation therapy 10-15 minutes, 2 times a day, for 3 days can reduce blood pressure in the elderly with hypertension in the Pegandan Public Health Center Semarang. The type of case study used is descriptive. The subjects used were 2 people with criteria of age > 60 years, BP 140/90 mmHg – 159/99 mmHg. The instrument used is a digital sphygmomanometer and Benson relaxation SOP. The final result of the application of Benson relaxation showed that subject I experienced a decrease in blood pressure on the first day, namely 158/92 mmHg to 138/84 mmHg on the third day, subject II experienced a decrease in blood pressure on the first day, namely 158/86 mmHg to 130/76 mmHg on the third day. The level of family independence of the two subjects increased from the level of independence of III to IV. Benson relaxation is recommended to help lower blood pressure in the elderly with hypertension
Current status and future prospects of TB digital treatment adherence technology use in China
Authors: Ni N. , Wang N. , Veronese V. , Wang M-Z. , Wang J-W. , Wang C-H. , Li T. , Xia Y-Y. , Huang F. , Zhao Y-L.
Published: May 2023

BACKGROUND: Digital treatment adherence technologies (DATs) have been recommended by the Chinese National Tuberculosis Programme since 2015. However, until now the extent to which DATs have been adopted in China remain unclear. In this study, we aimed to understand the current
status and future prospects of DAT use in China.METHODS: A cross-sectional study was undertaken to collect data from all 2,884 county-level TB-designated institutions across China using a quantitative questionnaire and extraction of information from the Chinese TB information management
system. Data were collected between 1 July 2020 and 30 June 2021.RESULTS: All of the 2,884 county-level TB-designated institutions responded to the questionnaire. We found that the utilisation rate of DATs in China was 21.5% (n = 620). Among those using DATs, the uptake of
DATs among TB patients was 31.0%. Lack of financial, policy and technology support were the main barriers to adoption and scale up DATs at the institution level.CONCLUSIONS: The use of DATs is in an early stage in China; however, the number of institutions who offer DATs have increased
significantly after July 2020. To facilitate the use of DATs, the national TB programme should provide more financial, policy and technology support, and a national guideline is required.
Lung function decline in non-tuberculous mycobacterial pulmonary disease according to disease severity
Authors: Park H-J. , Kim J-Y. , Kim H-J. , Yim J-J. , Kwak N.
Published: May 2023

BACKGROUND: The severity of non-tuberculous mycobacterial pulmonary disease (NTM-PD) can be classified based on an assessment of the patient´s body mass index, age, presence of cavity, erythrocyte sediment rate and sex (BACES). In this study, changes in lung function according
to disease severity were analysed.METHODS: Patients with NTM-PD who underwent at least two lung function tests between 1 January 2011 and 31 December 2021, were classified according to their BACES score into mild (0–1), moderate (2–3) and severe (4–5) groups, and
changes in lung function were assessed using BACES scores.RESULTS: A total of 354 patients were divided into three groups: mild (n = 108), moderate (n = 216) and severe (n = 30). As disease severity increased, the decrease in forced expiratory volume in 1 sec
(FEV1), forced vital capacity (FVC) and diffusing capacity for carbon monoxide (DLCO) was greater: respectively 26.4 mL/year, 31.3 mL/year and 35.7 mL/year in case of FEV1 (P for trend = 0.002); 18.9 mL/year, 25.5 mL/year and 48.9 mL/year in case of
FVC (P for trend = 0.002); and 0.7%/year, 1.3%/year and 2.5%/year for DLCO (P for trend = 0.023) in the mild, moderate and severe groups.CONCLUSION: The decrease in lung function in NTM-PD was correlated with disease severity.