bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
SIMULATION OF ON GRID SOLAR POWER PLANT POTENTIAL AT PT. HALMAHERA JAYA FERONIKEL EMPLOYEES HOUSING
Authors: Azis Asmawaty , Harun Rasyid Kurniawan , Adam Ilham
Published: February 2025

Simulation of On Grid Solar Power Plant Potential at PT. Halmahera Jaya Feronikel Employee Housing , Ilham Adam. In today's era of globalization, the need for electrical energy sources is a major factor in life. Various routine activities carried out by humans every day are not far from electronic goods, making electricity a basic need. The need for electricity also plays a very important role in industry and mining such as at the PT. Halmahera Jaya Feronikel mess which consumes quite high electrical energy, which is around 255 kWh/day, besides that in the PT. Halmahera Jaya Feronikel employee mess area has a mess roof that can be used to make solar power generators and the location of the employee mess is quite strategic because it is free from tall buildings that can cause shadows or shading. The results of the on-grid solar power plant simulation using 98 solar panels with a capacity of 550 Wp and 7 inverters with a capacity of 10 kW, the effective energy that can be generated in this solar power plant based on PVsyst software is 82303 kWh/year with an initial investment value of Rp. 792,040,000 and operational and maintenance costs for 20 years which is the project life of Rp. 438,408,000, with a payback period of 7.9 years and a net present value of Rp. 1,205,963,279 and can be said to be feasible because the NPV value is more than 0 which means that this solar power plant does not experience losses, and the Benefit cost ratio value obtained is 2.57 and can be said to be feasible because the results of the BCR are more than 1 which are obtained from the results obtained with the costs incurred.
DEVELOPMENT OF A SMART KOS METER PROTOTYPE FOR RECORDING ELECTRICITY AND WATER BILLS BASED ON IoT
Authors: Ashari Hilda , Vitalocca Dyah , Hamris Hamidah
Published: February 2025

This research is a development research that aims to: (1) produce prototypes in the form of hardware and software smart kos meter tools for recording electricity and water bills based on IoT and (2) to find out the results of hardware functionality testing, application testing and testing the effectiveness of the smart cost meter prototype tool. IoT-based electricity and water bill logger. The research used is Research and Development (R&D) which is useful for improving and producing a product. The development model used in this research is a prototype development model. The development procedure consists of 4 steps, namely Requirements Analysis, Building a prototype, Coding the System, Testing and Evaluating the System. The results of this study are an analysis of the results of the hardware functionality test with the percentage seen being 100%, the application test results getting a percentage of 100% and the results of testing the performance of the tool by measuring the overall effectiveness of the sensor readings is 93%. Suggestions for further development is that this tool can make more accurate measurements so that the effectiveness of the tool is better, it can be done using two microcontrollers so that the sensor reading program can run well. Then use a digital sensor with more complete measurement data so that sensor accuracy and product effectiveness can be achieved.
PERFORMANCE COMPARISON OF FACENET PYTORCH AND KERAS FACENET METHODS FOR MULTI FACE RECOGNITION
Authors: Fitriady Dedy Fitriady , Samsuryadi Samsuryadi , Primanita Anggina
Published: February 2025

Face recognition has become an important technology in various applications, but challenges arise when multiple faces must be recognized simultaneously in a single image or video frame. This study develops a multi-face recognition system using the Multi-Task Cascaded Convolutional Neural Network (MTCNN) method for face detection, Pytorch Facenet and Keras Facenet for recognition, and Support Vector Machine (SVM) for classification. Using a dataset of 1000 images from 10 classes, this study compares the performance of Pytorch Facenet and Keras Facenet in terms of speed, memory usage, and accuracy. The results show that Pytorch Facenet is faster with an average of 0.15 seconds per image compared to Keras Facenet which requires 0.86 seconds per image, and is more efficient in memory usage with 384.19 MB lower. However, Pytorch Facenet uses 3% more CPU. In addition, in terms of accuracy, Pytorch Facenet shows a more stable and consistent confidence score. In conclusion, Pytorch Facenet proves to be more efficient and reliable for multi-face recognition, although it requires further CPU optimization for more optimal use in real application scenarios.
IDENTIFICATION WATER LEVEL MONITORING SYSTEM AND PERSON DETECTION IN BATHROOM USING IOT CONNET APPLICATION
Authors: Muliadi Muliadi
Published: February 2025

This Uncontrolled and excessive use of water can lead to the scarcity of clean water supplies, considering that the world's fresh water supply is only about 3%. An example of uncontrolled water use is when a tap user forgets to close the tap so this causes water waste. Therefore, a tool is needed that can solve these problems. This research aims to develop an IoT-based system that is able to monitor water levels and detect the presence of a person in the bathroom automatically to reduce water waste and increase user comfort. The system utilizes HC-SR04 ultrasonic sensors to measure the water level in the bathtub and PIR sensors to detect motion as an indicator of the presence of people. The data from the sensors is processed by the ESP32 microcontroller and forwarded to the IoT Connect application, which allows users to monitor the water volume and presence in the bathroom in real-time. The system also features a solenoid valve that automatically opens and closes the water flow according to the data from the sensor, as well as an LED as a visual indicator. Test results show that the system is able to accurately monitor water levels and detect the presence of a person, as well as provide automatic control of water flow to prevent wastage. With the integration of the IoT Connect app, the system offers a practical and innovative solution for bathroom water management.
APPLICATION OF XCEPTION ARCHITECTURE FOR DEEP LEARNING-BASED FINGERPRINT RECOGNITION
Authors: Agus Andreansyah  , Supardi Julian
Published: February 2025

This study proposes a convolutional neural network (CNN) method with an xception architecture model that is used to classify the types of fingerprint image patterns. The data used in this study uses data taken directly using a scanning tool made using FPM 10 A sensors and Arduino Uno. The dataset consists of five types of fingerprint image patterns, namely arch, ulnar loop, whorl, radial loop and twinted loop with a total of 1000 data. The research started from data collection, pre-processing, CNN architecture design, model training and evaluation. The application of the xception architecture shows the best performance with high test accuracy values, stable and consistent. The test scenario of this study is to compare different epoch values, namely 10.30 and 50 and use two learning rates, namely 0.0001 and 0.001. The best test results were obtained at epoch 30 with a learning rate of 0.0001, which was 92% and 93% at epoch 50 with a learning rate of 0.001.
AUTOMATIC CONTROL SYSTEM: AUTOMATIC WHEELCHAIR WITH INTUITIF SENSOR ELECTRONIC WHEEL DRIVE WITH ELECTROMYOGRAM DETECTION AND NAVIGATION
Authors: Mukarramah ST. Khaeratul , Amri Ariani , Abdillah Muh.
Published: February 2025

This research aims to address the needs of individuals with tetraplegia, with the expectation that it can contribute to the development of automatic control systems and provide insights for the fields of healthcare and education. The control system in the wheelchair reads muscle contractions via electrodes attached to the muscles. These electrodes serve as muscle sensors. The muscle sensor data, often referred to as EMG, is 10-bit. The EMG sensor in the wheelchair shows that the wheelchair's movement is detected as moving forward when the data value generated by the EMG sensor reaches the minimum threshold of 589. The wheelchair moves forward when the Y-axis value is positive and moves backward when the Y-axis value is negative. The wheelchair will turn right or left when the X-axis value is positive or negative, respectively. Thus, when the X value is 20 and the Y value is 20, the wheelchair will move forward and turn right. The data collected by the IMU sensor can be wirelessly transmitted to an IoT (Internet of Things)-based system. This data can then be monitored through a browser on a laptop or PC, as well as through a smartphone.
Transformational Leadership in E-Government: Fostering Innovation and Efficiency in Public Administration
Authors: Siswadhi Ferry , Widyastuti Tri , Sawitri Ni Nyoman , Hadita Hadita , Yuliviona Reni
Published: February 2025

Transformational leadership has emerged as a critical factor in driving the success of e-government initiatives, particularly in fostering innovation and enhancing efficiency in public administration. This study explores the role of transformational leadership in the adoption and implementation of e-government systems, focusing on its ability to inspire change, motivate teams, and navigate complex challenges inherent in digital transformation. Utilizing a qualitative methodology based on a systematic literature review and library research, this paper synthesizes insights from academic studies, case reports, and policy documents to examine how transformational leaders influence the success of e-government projects. The findings highlight that transformational leadership, characterized by vision, charisma, intellectual stimulation, and individualized consideration, significantly contributes to creating an innovative culture within public administration. Leaders who adopt this style are more effective in overcoming resistance to change, encouraging collaboration across departments, and aligning digital transformation goals with public service objectives. The study also identifies key challenges faced by transformational leaders in e-government, such as resistance from stakeholders, limited resources, and the need for continuous upskilling of personnel. This research emphasizes the importance of integrating transformational leadership principles into the planning and execution of e-government initiatives. By doing so, public sector organizations can achieve higher levels of efficiency, transparency, and citizen satisfaction. Future studies are encouraged to explore specific case studies and empirical data to further validate the role of transformational leadership in e-government.
Pengembangan Jiwa Kewirausahaan melalui Pemanfaatan Barang Bekas di SD Kristen Wangel
Authors: Pasamba Ester Melania
Published: February 2025

Kewirausahaan dapat menjadi salah satu solusi untuk berbagai masalah dan tantangan yang ada dalam masyarakat. Meskipun kewirausahaan telah menjadi tren global yang berkembang pesat, ada beberapa fenomena yang menunjukkan penurunan atau tantangan dalam praktik kewirausahaan di beberapa tempat. Ada beberapa faktor yang dapat menyebabkan penurunan fenomena kewirausahaan, yaitu regulasi yang berat, kurangnya akses terhadap pendanaan, ketidakpastian ekonomi, kurangnya keterampilan dan pendidikan kewirausahaan, tantangan pasar yang kompetitif, kurangnya budaya kewirausahaan. Oleh sebab itu, menanamkan jiwa kewirausahaan sejak dini kepada anak-anak dan remaja memiliki manfaat yang luar biasa dalam membentuk generasi yang berinovasi, kreatif, dan berani mengambil risiko. Ada beberapa alasan mengapa penting untuk menanamkan kewirausahaan sejak dini, yaitu: Mengembangkan Kreativitas dan Inovasi, Mendorong Kemandirian dan Inisiatif, Memupuk Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis dan Pengambilan Keputusan, Membangun Keterampilan Manajemen dan Keuangan, Membentuk Jiwa Berdaya Saing dan Tangguh. Tujuan dari kegiatan ini adalah untuk menanamkan jiwa bisnis sejak dini melalui pemanfaatan barang bekas. Metode yang digunakan adalah sosialisasi dan praktik. Pelaksanaan kegiatan pengabdian diawali dari tahapan perencanaan, persiapan, pelaksanaan, dan evaluasi. Hasil dari kegiatan adalah seluruh peserta memiliki pengalaman dan keterampilan memanfaatkan barang bekas untuk tujuan usaha.
Introducing Hijaiyah Letter and Training in Writing Arabic Letters for Students of the Islamic Economics Study Program
Authors: Fitria Tira Nur
Published: February 2025

This activity introduces hijaiyah letters and teaches how to write Arabic for non-Arabic study program students in ITB AAS Indonesia. This activity is held on 22 February 2023 in offline meetings, Zoom Meetings, and Live Streaming on YouTube. There are 20 students in the Islamic Economics Study Program in the 2nd semester involved in this activity. This activity is carried out through demonstrations and discussions. In the implementation of this activity, the speaker introduces Hijaiyah Letter and Harakat (Arabic vowel) to grow students' attention to the importance of learning Hijaiyah and writing Arabic. After explaining, the speaker gives assignments. The speaker gives two assignments for students to write hijaiyah letters and Arabic, especially Surah Yasin. The purpose of giving these assignments is to help the students master the rule of writing hijaiyah and can write Surah Yasin correctly. Based on the students’ writing, shows that students consider the rule of writing hijaiyah letters correctly and can write Arabic well. Writing hijaiyah letters has a higher level of difficulty compared to Latin letters because almost all of the letters can change shape based on the position of the letter when it is in the front, middle, or end of the word.
Upaya Peningkatan Kesehatan Masyarakat Melalui Pelatihan Fasilitator Kesehatan Jiwa di Kelurahan Banjarsengon Kabupaten Jember
Authors: Zaini Mad , Komarudin Komarudin , Mauliddiya Tiara , Belgista Richo , Taniatul Lina
Published: February 2025

Undang-Undang Kesehatan Jiwa Nomor 18 tahun 2014 menjelaskan bahwa kegiatan upaya untuk mewujudkan derajat kesehatan diselenggarakan secara menyeluruh, terpadu serta berkesinambungan oleh pemerintah Bersama dengan masyarakat. Salah satu upaya yang dapat dilakukan untuk mewujudkan derajat kesehatan di masyarakat adalah melalui pelatihan fasilitator kesehatan jiwa. Metode pelaksanaan pelatihan terdiri dari pemberian materi, role play dan praktik. Hasil kegiatan pelatihan adalah peningkatan pengetahuan masyarakat tentang kesehatan jiwa dengan rata-rata pretest 5.17 dan rata-rata post test 5.78 serta hasil dari praktik deteksi dini kesehatan jiwa keterampilan masyarakat diperoleh data yaitu 88.5% sehat jiwa, 7.2% resiko masalah kesehatan jiwa dan 4.2% gangguan jiwa. Kegiatan pelatihan fasilitator kesehatan jiwa yang diberikan kepada masyarakat meningkatkan pengetahuan dan keterampilan masyarakat dalam mendeteksi masalah kesehatan jiwa sehingga diharapkan yang sehat tetap sehat, yang beresiko mengalami masalah kesehatan jiwa menjadi sehat dan yang sakit menjadi mandiri dan produktif.
Workshop Analisis Data Penelitian Menggunakan Program SPSS bagi Mahasiswa STIMI Meulaboh
Authors: Putra Zainal , Alisman Alisman
Published: February 2025

Tujuan pelaksanaan workshop ini adalah untuk memberikan pemahaman dan keterampilan mengenai teknik analisis data penelitian menggunakan program SPSS. Jumlah peserta yang berpartisipasi sebanyak 50 orang. Metode pelaksanaan kegiatan berupa workshop, dan praktik langsung penggunaan software SPSS. Narasumber melakukan pendampingan kepada peserta pada saat kegiatan berlangsung. Hasilnya sangat menggembirakan, semua peserta telah meningkat pengetahuannya. Selain itu, sekarang mereka telah memiliki keterampilan teknis baru, yakni mampu mengoperasikan perangkat lunak SPPS, dalam hal ini fokus pada analisis regresi berganda.
Pengenalan Akad Transaksi “QARDH” di Pondok Pesantren Husnul Khotimah Ma’shum Pekalongan
Authors: Elizatunnisa Fifi Maulani , Ainusshofa Nurul Isma , Isa Nur Laelatul , Adinugraha Hendri Hermawan , Syafi’i Aris
Published: February 2025

Tujuan dari kegiatan penelitian ini adalah untuk memberikan pemahaman mengenai akad-akad transaksi syariah yaitu akad qardh bagi para mahasiswa sehingga dapat dipraktikkan dalam menghindari unsur riba. Metodologi yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah deskriptif kualitatif, yang berdasar pada observasi lapangan mengenai permasalahan yang muncul di kalangan mahasiswa yang berada di Ponpes Husnul Khatimah Ma’shum Pekalongan. Objek dari penelitian ini adalah penambahan nilai asset pada keterlambatan pembayaran Spay Later. Teknik yang digunakan dalam pengumpulan data menggunakan penyuluhan, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Hasil temuan yang diperoleh adalah para santri masih menggunakan paylater. Pengenalan akad transaksi qardh pada pengabdian ini dimaksudkan agar para santri tidak lagi terjebak pada penggunaan paylater yang akan dikenai biaya tambahan jika melebihi batas waktu yang telah ditentukan. Pengabdian dimulai dengan opening, counseling, Q &A session, dan conclusion. Setelah pengabdian ini dilakukan para santri mulai mengetahui akad syariah sehimgga diharapkan kedepannya para santri dapat menghindari transaksi-transaksi yang akan terjebak pada riba yang dilarang dalam islam.
Pemanfaatan Teknik Ecopounding sebagai Peluang Wirausaha di PKK Kelurahan Beji Kecamatan Ungaran Timur
Authors: Purwanti Rina , Prahesti Swantyka Ilham , Pandansari Purwosiwi , Fauzi Irsal
Published: February 2025

Tim Pengabdian Fakultas Komputer dan Pendidikan prodi Pendidikan Vokasional Desain Fashion melaksanakan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat di Kelurahan Beji Kecamatan Ungaran Timur, Kabupaten Semarang. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk Ibu –ibu PKK sebagai wanita aktif dalam berorganisasi untuk memotivasi agar bisa berwirausaha dengan menawarkan pelatihan ketrampilan ecoprint teknik pounding, wawasan tekstil dalam botani dan memberikan wawasan berwirausaha di bidang fashion agar peserta dapat memperoleh ketrampilan agar mendapatkan tambahan penghasilan. Adanya kegiatan pengabdian didukung oleh peserta ibu-ibu PKK RW 03 Citra Asri 3 Kelurahan Beji agar mendapatkan pengalaman baru dalam ketrampilan membuat ecoprint dengan teknik pounding serta wawasan baru mengenai botani dalam pemilihan media tanaman yang sesuai mengunkan teknik pounding yang ada di sekitar linkungan tempat tinggal. Proses pengabdian dilakukan dalam 3 tahap (1) persiapan, (2) pelatihan, dan (3) evaluasi. Kegiatan tersebut telah diikuti oleh ibu-ibu PKK RW 03 sebanyak 13 orang. Hasil dari kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah peserta mampu melakukan teknik ecopaunding berbahan dasar tumbuhan terutama daun yang ada di sekitar lingkukan rumah RW 03 Citra Asri 3. Produk eco-print yang dihasilkan berpontensi menjadi produk fashion seperti tas kain, mukena, hiasan lenan rumah tangga, serta pelatihan wirausaha.
Pelatihan Meningkatkan Kualitas Guru Paud dengan Menggunakan Aplikasi Kipin School
Authors: Afrianti Desi , Candra Ifani , Sriwahyuningsih Vera
Published: February 2025

Pelatihan ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kualitas guru PAUD di PAUD Mutathahirin, Kuranji, Kota Padang dengan menggunakan aplikasi Kipin School. Metode pelaksanaan yang digunakan meliputi sesi pengantar, demonstrasi, praktik langsung, diskusi dan tanya jawab, latihan berkelompok, evaluasi, pendampingan, serta pertemuan lanjutan. Hasil kegiatan pelatihan menunjukkan peningkatan signifikan dalam pemahaman dan keterampilan penggunaan aplikasi Kipin School oleh guru-guru PAUD di PAUD Mutathahirin. Para guru telah berhasil mengintegrasikan aplikasi ini ke dalam pembelajaran mereka, menggunakan fitur-fitur seperti modul pembelajaran interaktif, perencanaan pembelajaran, penilaian, dan kolaborasi antara guru dan orangtua. Melalui pelatihan ini, guru-guru PAUD di PAUD Mutathahirin mendapatkan pemahaman yang lebih baik tentang potensi dan manfaat aplikasi Kipin School dalam meningkatkan kualitas pembelajaran di kelas. Mereka telah mengembangkan strategi pengajaran yang efektif dengan menggunakan aplikasi ini, meningkatkan interaksi dengan siswa dan orangtua, serta meningkatkan efisiensi dalam perencanaan dan penilaian pembelajaran. Dalam kesimpulan, pelatihan ini berhasil meningkatkan kualitas guru PAUD di PAUD Mutathahirin melalui penggunaan aplikasi Kipin School. Para guru mampu mengintegrasikan aplikasi ini secara efektif dalam pembelajaran, meningkatkan interaksi dengan siswa dan orangtua, serta meningkatkan efisiensi dalam perencanaan dan penilaian pembelajaran. Dengan demikian, pelatihan ini memberikan kontribusi positif dalam meningkatkan kualitas pendidikan di PAUD Mutathahirin, Kuranji, Kota Padang.
Sosialisasi Penerapan Pencatatan Keuangan Anak Kos Wisma Nimas
Authors: Siinta Artini Fatikhatu Yaa , Aniyah Shofa’ , Adinugraha Hendri Hermawan , Sholihah Ria Anisatus
Published: February 2025

Kegiatan Pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk untuk sosialisasi penerapan pencatatan keuangan anak kos wisma nimas. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif. Dengan cara menyampaikan informasi kepada anak kos tentang laporan keuangan dan manfaat yang dimiliki anak kos dengan memiliki laporan keuangan setiap bulan. Uang saku yang diterima setiap bulan oleh mahasiswa harus dikelola sebagai tanggung jawab mereka sendiri. Pembagian anggaran dilakukan secara subjektif oleh mahasiswa, tergantung pada sudut pandang dan preferensi masing-masing individu. Pembagian anggaran yang baik memungkinkan mahasiswa mengelola pengeluaran sesuai dengan kebutuhan mereka. Pentingnya membagi anggaran dengan bijaksana untuk memastikan bahwa pengeluaran tidak melebihi pemasukan dan tidak berdampak buruk bagi lingkungan. Mahasiswa perlu melacak dan mengevaluasi pengeluaran dan pendapatan mereka secara teratur untuk menghindari kekurangan uang dan tindakan boros. Prioritas pengeluaran harus ditetapkan berdasarkan skala prioritas untuk memastikan kebutuhan yang penting dipenuhi terlebih dahulu. Menabung dan memiliki dana cadangan sangat penting untuk mengatasi masalah keuangan yang tidak terduga. Pengetahuan tentang akuntansi dan manajemen keuangan sangat berguna bagi mahasiswa yang tinggal di luar kota atau memiliki biaya hidup sendiri. Mahasiswa perlu belajar mengelola pengeluaran dan pendapatan bulanan mereka dengan bijaksana, termasuk melakukan pencatatan transaksi dan mengembangkan kebiasaan menabung. Pelaksanaan kegiatan pengabdian kepada anak kos dalam hal pembukuan akuntansi setiap bulan telah diterima dengan baik oleh mahasiswa.
Analysis of the Investment Environment and Influencer Factors
Authors: Ugli Ochilov Bobur Bakhtiyor
Published: February 2025

This article covers the classification of investments, the analysis of factors affecting investment attractiveness, and the impact of foreign investments on developing the country's economy. It presents foreign and domestic scientists' scientific and theoretical views on the topic. It also presents the essence and theoretical foundations of attracting foreign investments in the development of the national economy and formulates scientific conclusions and recommendations on improving the investment climate.
Curiosity Unveiled: A Holistic Systematic Literature Review of Boarding School Students
Authors: Ghazali Mas Yanti , Ahmad Anuar , Mansor Azlin Norhaini
Published: February 2025

This systematic literature review explores the diverse aspects of full-boarding school students worldwide. Despite its significance, there is a lack of a comprehensive synthesis of existing research on students in boarding schools. This review aims to bridge this gap by analyzing and structuring the available literature. The study employed the PRISMA approach and conducted systematic searches in academic databases such as Scopus and Web of Science to gather comprehensive studies, reviews, and articles related to students in boarding schools. The analysis was categorized into four themes that unveiled the objective of this study by utilizing advanced search techniques and keywords such as (1) "boarding schools," (2) "towards students," and (3) "for students.” The final finding data (n=26) were distilled into four primary themes through expert validation: (1) practices and learning strategies, (2) social-emotional well-being and mental health, (3) cultivation of spiritual values and character, and (4) barriers and challenges. The study has produced significant insights and suggestions, but additional research is needed to understand the long-term effects of these educational experiences on students' lives and future chances. Educational frameworks must be continuously assessed for efficacy and equality, particularly in the 21st century's ever-changing world.
Teachers’ Perception of the Adoption of Digital Technologies for E-learning during Covid-19 Pandemic in Nigeria
Authors: Santas Tsegyu , Udende Patrick , Inobemhe Kelvin , Modeyin Oluwatobi
Published: February 2025

Covid-19 took the world by surprise, resetting world events for most of 2020. The educational system was negatively affected as students were forced to remain at home for several months without receiving teacher instructions. To engage the students remotely, most schools adopted e-learning to facilitate instructions so that the students would not waste their academic time to the pandemic. E-learning became a platform to ensure teachers connect with their students outside the classrooms. This study occurred among three purposively selected schools in Keffi Local Government Area Council of Nasarawa State, Nigeria. This research aimed to assess teachers’ perceptions of adopting digital technologies in giving instructions during the pandemic. Findings from the study show that digital technologies were quite valuable and beneficial to the teachers in providing instructions to the students. Further findings reveal that even though digital technologies proved helpful in providing instruction to the students, teachers faced challenges like unstable power supply, high cost of purchasing data and distractions from family members and friends. The study, among others, recommends that government and private individuals invest heavily in infrastructure to enable teachers to be better equipped to give instructions via digital media technologies.
Exploring Community Perceptions of Halal Slaughtering: Its Impact on Family and Social Obligations in Ampara District, Sri Lanka
Authors: Iqbal Saujan  , M.H.M.Sifkan  , S.I. Nimsith  , S.M.M. Nafees
Published: February 2025

Islam serves as a comprehensive guide for human beings, governing their daily affairs, including earthly life and the hereafter. Islamic jurisprudence categorises all human conduct into permissible (halal) and forbidden (haram). Islam emphasises the proper preparation of halal meat for consumption. This study aims to explore perceptions of halal slaughtering among butchers in the Ampara district of Sri Lanka's Eastern province. In this qualitative study, researchers used a descriptive approach. Data were collected through questionnaires and literature review to construct a framework of Halal Slaughtering (Dhabihah). The study used Purposive Sampling Method (PSM) to select 100 butchers, with 88 usable questionnaires returned (Response rate 88%). Descriptive statistical analysis was conducted using SPSS (Version 24). Findings indicate participants have a comprehensive understanding of halal slaughtering practices as prescribed in Islamic law. However, the study identifies areas of deficiency in perceptions, particularly regarding animals not witnessing slaughter (X̄ = 3.00), facing the Qiblah (X̄=3.01), and severing trachea, larynx, and associated structures in a single operation (X̄ = 3.09). Knife sharpening (X̄ = 4.98) and continuous slaughter of multiple animals recitation of "Bismillahi Allahu Akbar" during slaughtering cannot be ensured. To ensure strict implementation of halal slaughtering, The Halal Assessment Council (HAC) should initiate mechanisms to ensure halal slaughter and issue authenticity certificates, Al Cylon Jamiyyathul Ulama and All Mosques Federation organise awareness programmes for butchers and provide guidance, and revoke permits for proprietors not adhering to halal regulations. Furthermore, the researchers posit that the study's outcomes will establish a foundation for future research endeavours and prompt policymakers to consider regulating halal slaughtering processes.
Women's Advocacy for Appointing Women Qāḍī in Sri Lanka: A Juristic Analysis
Authors: M.B. Fowzul
Published: February 2025

The women's organisations in Sri Lanka have been advocating for three decades for appointing women Qāḍī. However, the association of predominant religious leaders, namely All Ceylon Jam-e-athul Ulama (ACJU), opposes women's demands. Consequently, there has been a deadlock between the ACJU and its reform proponents. This deadlock has created chaos and public debate among not only Muslims but among the other religious groups in Sri Lanka. Therefore, to fulfil this timely need, this study analysed the possibilities of the appointment of women Qāḍī (judges) in Sri Lanka from a juristic perspective. Because it is a juristic analysis, this study mainly focuses on secondary data drawn from the Quran and the Hadith and the opinions of classical and modern jurists. However, the interviews were conducted to find the insights of the experts in the Muslim Marriage and Divorce Act (MMDA) of Sri Lanka as primary data, which greatly supported the secondary data. This study deeply delves into the justifications of reform proponents and the counterarguments of religious leaders from a juristic perspective. Finally, this study found that even though the reform proponents propose alternative views to achieve their demand, the ACJU vehemently denies it, criticising that their demand is impracticable, according to the text and the context, since the Shafie Madhhab governs the Muslim Family Law in Sri Lanka. However, this study provides some suggestions and recommendations to curb the malpractices women face in the system.
Gender Differences in the Use of Study Habits in High School Students in Mexico
Authors: Daniel Cardoso-Jimenez , Saucedo Leticia Carreno , Beltran Salvador Bobadilla
Published: February 2025

Reading is the pathway to access knowledge generated by scholars and shared with
students and society through printed or digital media. The research aimed to identify
reading routines according to the gender of high school students in a rural community
of a Mexican province during the 2022-2023 academic period. The population
consisted of 187 students, including 103 female students and 84 male students, aged
15 to 18 years, originating from 11 cities, 32 municipal seats, and 144 rural
communities.
The purpose of the study was to describe and compare in a non-experimental cross sectional project (Rojas, 2006). To determine reading routines, a structured and
validated test by the author was used, achieving a Cronbach's alpha of 0.859. The
collected and organized data were analysed using statistical software for Social
Sciences, calculating descriptive statistics, cross-tabulations, and the chi-square test,
considering gender and the corresponding item.
Reading habits were found to be better among females than males concerning family,
institutional, and school human resource factors.
Prevalence of pseudoexfoliation among patients at the Kolar district's tertiary care teaching Institute
Authors:   Department of Ophthalmology, Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College, Tamaka Kolar, Karnataka, India, Divija Karnati , Nagaraj Inchara ,   Department of Ophthalmology, Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College, Tamaka Kolar, Karnataka, India
Published: February 2025

The prevalence of pseudoexfoliation among patients seeking treatment at a teritiary care teaching institute of kolar district is of interest. This was a cross sectional observational study done at teritiary care center 3649 subjects underwent complete ophthalmic evaluation was done including history, visual acuity, slit lamp examination for cataract grading and posterior segment evaluation and IOP. Pseudoexfoliation Patients data were analyzed with respect to age, sex, IOP, cataract and optic neuropathy. 372subjects had pseudoexfoliation syndrome (10.1 %). There was a significant increase in prevalence with age more in age group of 61-70 years increase preponderance in males. 53 cases with PEX (14.2%) had high IOP, and 41 cases (11%) had PEX glaucoma. The prevalence of pseudoexfoliation syndrome was 10.1%. Raised IOP was seen in14.2 % of people with pseudoexfoliation and glaucoma was present in11% of people.
Comparison of CBCT examined root thickness and fracture resistance
Authors:   Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Manav Rachna Dental College, MRIIRS, Faridabad, India, Kumari Garima , Sarangi Sibani ,   Department of Periodontology, Hitech Dental College and Hospital, Bhubaneswar, India, Panda Bandana ,   Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Kalinga Institute of Dental sciences, Bhubaneswar, India, Aruna Vanka ,   Department of Periodontology, Bangalore Institute of Dental Sciences, Karnataka, India, Kasana Jyoti ,   North DMC Medical College and Hindu Rao Hospital, Delhi, India, Sinha Priya ,   Buddha Institute of Dental Sciences and Hospital, Magadh University, Patna, India, Kashwani Ritik ,   Department of Oral Medicine and Maxillofacial Radiology, School of Dental Sciences, Sharda University, Greater Noida
Published: February 2025

The correlation between remaining dentin thickness and fracture resistance in prepared teeth is of interest to dentists. A sample of 60 human teeth (mandibular premolars) was extracted and examined using cone beam computed tomography to assess residual dentin thickness before and after instrumentation. The gathered samples have been divided into three distinct categories, each with 20 samples. Hand files were used in Group 1, Protaper Next was used in Group 2, and a V taper was used in Group 3. They were examined for remaining dentin thickness after preparation with 3D CS Software and fracture resistance utilizing a Universal Testing Machine (UTM). Therefore, the objective of this research is to compare the amount of dentin removed by V Taper and Pro Taper Next to hand files using CBCT at the apical and coronal middle levels. Following that, these values will be correlated with fracture resistance values obtained from the Universal Testing Machine.
Mental health characteristics of re-entering dropout Indian students
Authors:   Department of Mental Health Nursing, PSG college of Nursing, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu - 641004, Baskaran M. ,   The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai, India
Published: February 2025

Education plays a pivotal role in shaping individual development and societal progress, yet dropout rates remain a significant challenge, particularly in developing countries like India. Dropout decisions often stem from complex social, economic, and psychological factors, impacting students' mental health. This comparative descriptive study assessed and compared the mental health characteristics of 30 re-entering dropout students and 30 regular students from Integral Coach Factory (ICF) Hr. Sec. School, Ayanavaram, Chennai. Data collection utilized a structured questionnaire capturing demographic variables and the modified Abraham and Prasanna Mental Health Characteristics Scale. Re-entering dropout students exhibited lower mental health scores across physical, intellectual, familial, social, and psychological dimensions compared to regular students (p < 0.001). Significant associations were observed between mental health and father's education level among re-entering dropouts (p < 0.001), emphasizing its influence on well-being The study underscores disparities in mental health between re-entering dropout students and their peers, highlighting the need for targeted interventions and supportive environments in educational settings. Addressing these disparities can enhance overall well-being and academic success among re-entering dropout students.
An in vitro assessment of glass ionomer cement shear bond-strength to demineralized dentin in primary teeth treated with silver diamine fluoride and potassium iodide
Authors:   Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Maitri College of Dentistry and Research Centre, Anjora, Durg, Chhattisgarh, India - 491001, Mondal Jayatri , Bahuguna Rachana , Ahmed Adnan , Bhaskar Mahajan Prajakta , Mishra Ananya ,   Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Maitri College of Dentistry and Research Centre, Anjora, Durg, Chhattisgarh, India - 491001, Mitra Patatri ,   Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Maitri College of Dentistry and Research Centre, Anjora, Durg, Chhattisgarh, India-491001
Published: February 2025

Comprehensive caries therapy has relied on eliminating contaminated tooth structure and replacing it with restorative materials in pediatric dentistry. SDF with GIC can be administered together to stop the caries in cavitated lesions. Therefore, it is of interest to assess the shear bond strength of glass ionomer cement (type IX) to demineralized dentin in primary teeth treated with SDF and KI. The occlusal edges of sixty non-carious primary molar teeth were sliced until the yellow dentin was discernible. Each sample was embedded in an acrylic block with its occlusal surface facing upward after being submerged in a demineralizing solution for 7 days. Three groups were created from the samples: Group 1: The untreated group (control group) to which GIC type IX was placed directly; Group 2: Samples received immediate application of GIC type IX after getting treated with silver diamine fluoride (Experimental group) and Group 3: Silver diamine fluoride followed by potassium iodide followed by GIC type IX application (Experimental group). A Universal Testing Machine was subsequently utilized to perform a shear bond test on the specimens. Data shows that previously treated cement with SDF+KI increases the shear bond test without negatively impacted the bond strength GIC to dentin.
Gingivitis and periodontitis among Indian patients diagnosed using trefoil factor 3
Authors:   Department of Periodontics, Private Practitioner, Hyderabad, Telangana, India, Sai Priyanka K. , Veerendranath Reddy P. ,   Department of Periodontics, Panineeya Institute of Dental Sciences and Research Centre, Hyderabad, Telangana, India, Rajashree D. ,   Department of Periodontics, Private Practitioner, Hyderabad, Telangana, India, Sayed Arshad Jamal ,   Department of Peridontology and Implant Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Qassim University, Saudi Arabia
Published: February 2025

Recently there has been an increased interest on the identifying and preventing the disease with profuse biomarkers. There are very few studies done in understanding the relationship of TFF3 levels in the diseased condition. Therefore, it is of interest to determine effect of non-surgical periodontal therapy on trefoil factor levels in patients with gingivitis and periodontitis. Study sample consisting of 40 subjects of which 20 with gingivitis and 20 with moderate chronic periodontitis were included. The clinical parameters assessed were gingival index, Plaque index, and Probing Depth and Clinical attachment levels. Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay was used to evaluate Serum Trefoil factor 3 (TFF3). Intra group comparisons in gingivitis and periodontitis group have shown that all clinical and biochemical parameters have significantly reduced from base line to 3 months. Increased serum TFF3 concentrations were observed after non-surgical periodontal therapy in both gingivitis and chronic periodontitis group (p<0.001). In conclusion clinical and biochemical analysis of serum TFF3 revealed its influence on periodontal disease activity. Elevated serum Trefoil factor 3 levels showed a strong association with decrease in clinical parameters taken after the therapy.
Stability analysis of elastomeric impression materials after antimicrobial disinfection
Authors:   Department of Oral Pathology & Microbiology, Vananchal Dental College & Hospital, Garhwa, Jharkhand, India, Santosh T. , Gupta Pushkar , M Paranjpe Aditi , Pathak Abhishek ,   Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge, Hitkarini Dental College and Hospital, Jabalpur, MP, India, Altaher Mohammed Omar Basheer ,   Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sebha Dental Faculty, Sebha University, Libya, Chansoria Harsh ,   Department of Prosthodontics and Crown and Bridge, Government College of Dentistry, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India, Huddar Dayanand ,   Department of Prosthodontics, Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College and Hospital, Sangli, Maharashtra, India, Bhowmick Sanchari ,   Intern, Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences, KIIT Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
Published: February 2025

Impression materials used for replication of dental structures frequently come into touch with blood and saliva during the impression operation. Hence, disinfection of impression mistrials is needed. Therefore, it is of interest to evaluate the effects of three different disinfectants on the antibacterial activity and dimensional stability of the elastomeric impression material. According to American Dental Association (ADA) specification number 19 compliant, a stainless steel master die was constructed. Using vinyl polysiloxanes (VPS) impression medium, thirty samples were produced on this die in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. To finish the disinfection process, thirty samples were randomly assigned to each of the three groups: Group I consisted of diluted water (control group), Group II consisted of 5.25 percent sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl), and Group III consisted of ozone gas and Group IV - UV radiation. The dimensional stability was evaluated using a stereomicroscope with a 20x magnification and image research software. The antibacterial efficacy of each disinfectant was assessed. In the VPS impression material, the control group exhibited the greatest number of dimensional changes, with ozone gas and 5.25% NaOCl showing the least amount of dimensional changes. The groups were found to differ statistically significantly from one another. The results of the investigation indicate that the VPS elastomeric impression showed very minor dimensional changes when submerged in different disinfectants. In a clinical setting, samples cleaned with 5.25% hypochlorite can be kept for a long time because the consequent dimensional changes are minimal. Ozone gas, UV radiation and sodium hypochlorite showed a reduction in the amount of bacteria.
Digital versus traditional workflows for fabrication of implant-supported rehabilitation: A systematic review
Authors:   Department of Prosthodontics, D.Y. Patil Deemed to be University, School of Dentistry, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Mistry Gaurang , Rathod Asha , Singh Sapna , Kini Ashwini , Mehta Kunal , Mistry Rishabh ,   Department of Prosthodontics, D.Y. Patil Deemed to be University, School of Dentistry, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Published: February 2025

Conventional analog methods were extensively followed for creating implant-supported prostheses. The advent of digital technologies has replaced these methods. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to investigate the clinical efficiency and patient acceptance associated with digital and traditional workflows in implant-supported rehabilitation. Multiple electronic databases were searched for studies published between 2010 and mid-2023. The protocol number of the study was PROSPERO CRD CRD42023471411. Two independent reviewers selected studies, evaluated data, and assessed the risk of bias. A fixed effect model was used for meta-analysis, and summary effects were calculated by odds ratio (OR) and 95% CI. The pooled values for included studies in the meta-analysis were as follows: taste (-4.38 [-6.56, -2.20]), anxiety (-0.83 [-1.57, -0.10]), pain (-1.35 [-2.75, 0.05]), and discomfort (-1.28 [-3.23, 0.67]), indicating reduced complaints for these domains with digital methods (p < 0.05). The digital techniques provided better patient satisfaction and time efficiency. Digital workflows in implant-supported rehabilitation showed better patient satisfaction and reduced procedural discomfort, substantiating a paradigm shift towards digital methodologies.
Microwave versus conventional sintering on mechanical properties of 3Y-TZP - A systematic review
Authors:   Department of Prosthodontics, D.Y. Patil Deemed to be University, School of Dentistry, Navi, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Puppala Padmapriya , Mistry Gaurang , Desai Vidhi , Singh Rajeev , Bachhav Mayuri ,   Department of Prosthodontics, D.Y. Patil Deemed to be University, School of Dentistry, Navi, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Sachdev Sanpreet Singh ,   Department of Oral Pathology and Microbiology, Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University) Dental College and Hospital, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Published: February 2025

This systematic review evaluates the mechanical properties of yttria-stabilized zirconia (3Y-TZP) processed by microwave sintering compared to conventional sintering methods. Zirconia, known for its excellent strength and esthetics, has seen advancements in sintering techniques to enhance its properties. Conventional sintering, while effective, is time-consuming and less energy-efficient. In contrast, microwave sintering, introduced in 1999, offers rapid heating and improved control over temperature and shrinkage. This review, adhering to PRISMA guidelines, included studies from 2000 to 2023 that compared the effects of both sintering methods on relative density, flexural strength, Young's modulus, and hardness of zirconia. Results indicate that microwave sintering improves hardness and reduces processing time, whereas conventional sintering provides higher relative density, flexural strength, and Young's modulus. The findings suggest that the choice of sintering technique should align with specific material property requirements, with each method offering distinct advantages for zirconia applications.
Shear bond strength of artificial teeth used with CAD/CAM PMMA versus heat cure acrylic resins for complete denture – A systematic review
Authors:   Department of Prosthodontics, D.Y. Patil Deemed to be University, School of Dentistry, Navi, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Tabassum Rubina , Mistry Gaurang , Prajapati Jinal , Kini Ashwini , Pokharkar Amit ,   Department of Prosthodontics, D.Y. Patil Deemed to be University, School of Dentistry, Navi, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Sachdev Sanpreet Singh ,   Department of Oral Pathology and Microbiology, Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University) Dental College and Hospital, Navi, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Published: February 2025

The present systematic review evaluates the shear bond strength of artificial teeth bonded to CAD/CAM PMMA and heat-cure acrylic resins used in complete denture manufacturing. The study aims to determine the superior bonding material, contributing to enhanced denture durability and patient satisfaction. A comprehensive search of databases including PubMed, MEDLINE, DOAJ, Cochrane Library, and Scopus was conducted, adhering to PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Studies were assessed for inclusion based on specific criteria, and the data were analyzed using Review Manager (RevMan) 5.3. The findings suggest that while both materials provide adequate bond strength, differences exist that may influence material choice in clinical practice.