bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Insights Into Oil Palm Yield Under Seasonal Rainfall
Authors: Ijop Admin , Rao Vengeta , N Nuttapong , P Baskaran , T Palat
Published: November 2024

Young oil palms produce many small fruit bunches. With age, bunch number (BN) declines but single bunch weight (BW) increases, more than the BN decline, raising its yield (FFB, or BN*BW). In a long-term trial in seasonal Southern Thailand, the age trend accounted for 81% of the variation in BN. With irrigation, BN increased 34%, and BW 5%, and the age trend accounted for 90% of BN variance. It was 98% for BW with/without irrigation.
Besides age trends, the regular December – March dry season, despite irrigation, combined with intrinsic alternating sex cycles resulted in annual cycles in BN and BW. The BN cycle was more marked in younger palms whose rooting is shallower. The BW cycle persisted throughout, albeit at lower amplitude than BN. Female abortion after high production resulted in a BN semi-annual cycle, with peaks in Mar/Apr and Sep/Oct. A similar cycle for BW in older palms, with peaks in Dec - Feb and Jun-Aug, arose from fluctuating pollination. A three-year cycle in BN of unirrigated palms may be due to exhaustion/replenishment of carbohydrate reserves. Underripe harvesting, causing more yield in a month, and a dearth after, resulted in a 2-month cycle for BN.
AUTOIMAGEM GENITAL FEMININA
Authors: Almeida Grace Kelly Melo de , Couto Grace Kelly Silva do , Santos Gleicy Alves , Bastos Beatriz Conceição , Matos Luiz Fernando Santos , Silva Luiz André Santos
Published: December 2024

A autoimagem genital é a percepção que a mulher tem da sua genitália, influenciada por fatores socioculturais externos em relação ao órgão genital e pelas experiências sociais e sexuais. Portanto, a imagem positiva ou negativa das partes íntimas pode estar relacionada diretamente com o aumento ou diminuição da satisfação sexual. Objetiva-se com este estudo compreender a relação da autoimagem genital e sua influência nos aspectos relacionados à sexualidade. Utilizou-se o método de revisão de literatura acerca da autoimagem genital em mulheres, sendo considerados apenas publicações dos anos de 2018 a 2023, nos idiomas português e inglês. O levantamento bibliográfico deu-se nas bases de dados MedLine, LILACS e na biblioteca SciELO.  Pode-se observar que mulheres com satisfação genital positiva desenvolviam melhor a função sexual e apresentavam redução das disfunções sexuais. Ademais, a compreensão desses aspectos é crucial não apenas para servir de orientações para intervenções clínicas, mas também facilitar a promoção da educação em saúde quanto à sexualidade e imagem corporal.
A trajetória crítica inicial de Ferreira Gullar
Authors: Silva Renato Rodrigues da
Published: November 2024

A trajetória inicial do crítico e poeta Ferreira Gullar é fundamental para entender sua atuação nos movimentos concretista e neoconcretista. Depois de mudar-se para o Rio de Janeiro no começo dos anos 1950, ele se tornou, em pouco tempo, uma figura dominante do circuito de vanguarda. Nesse período, que começou ainda em São Luís e estendeu-se até a última exposição do Grupo Frente, em 1956, sua atuação foi marcada pela primeira resposta que deu à teoria da Gestalt, tal como esta foi apresentada pelo crítico Mário Pedrosa, pela sua capacidade de articular conteúdos artísticos e poéticos diversos, e pela procura de liderança do grupo vanguardista do Rio de Janeiro. Desde cedo, portanto, sua atuação objetivou a renovação das artes visuais e da poesia brasileiras, em sintonia com o que acontecia nos grandes centros da Europa e dos Estados Unidos.
Effect of β-glucan from Lactobacillus fermentum on serum lipid profile in rats
Authors: Najm Maha Ahmed , Mohsen Athraa Harjan
Published: November 2024

The study aimed to extract the compound β-Glucan from the cell wall of Lb. fermentum Lactobacillus fermentum CECT5716 and study its effect in reducing cholesterol levels in the blood of laboratory animals (rats). The following results were obtained: Examination of the extracted compound by FTIR in the diagnosis of some major aggregates involved in the formation of the compound, peak absorption appeared at 1074 cm-1 and peaks at 1156-1165 cm-1 which is the defining feature of the structure of β-glucan extending with the standard 1051 cm-1 refers to the linear structure of β-glucan.  UV was used to evaluate the compound to determine the amount of protein and carbohydrates in the substance. The results indicated that the percentage of carbohydrates and proteins extracted in glucan was 44% and 0.45% respectively. The components of glucose and protein gave an important indicator about the purity of glucan, containing a high number of sugars with a low content of proteins, and compared it to the standard compound Nutricost®, USA. The results showed that the extracted compound was identical to the standard compound when using FTIR and UV tests. In addition, it was noticed that the level of cholesterol decreased to (82.2) when the rats were treated with β-glucan extracted from L. b fermentum, where the treatment of the bacterium beta-glucan at a concentration of (mg / bw10) showed that the level of cholesterol in the blood approached the levels of normal cholesterol. While the level of cholesterol in the rats treated with the same bacterial beta-glucan at a concentration of (40 mg/ Bww) was about (163), and this may be attributed to the fact that the concentration (10 mg / Bw) was the ideal concentration in lowering the level of cholesterol. Triglycerides, LDL, and raising beneficial fats (HDL). The product has also been shown to be effective in raising beneficial animal blood cells and immune cells, stabilizing red blood cells, and reducing white blood cells.
РЕГИОНАЛЬНОЕ ЯЗЫКОВОЕ СОЗНАНИЕ: ЯДРО И ПЕРИФЕРИЯ
Authors: ILYICHOVA Inna
Published: December 2024

В статье рассматриваются вопросы моделирования фрагмента языкового сознания жителей Брестского региона. Целью исследования является выявление и описание стереотипности и вариативности в смысловом содержании образов восприятия Брестского региона представителями лингвокультурного регионального социума. В качестве исследовательского метода применяется свободный ассоциативный эксперимент в рамках реализации совместного научно-исследовательского проекта «Брестчина глазами людей разных профессий». Методология включает в себя количественный и качественный анализ всей совокупности полученных ассоциативных реакций, выделение ассоциативных полей для каждой целевой группы и формирование интегрированной структуры (ассоциативное макрополе «Брестская область»). Сопоставительный анализ ядерной зоны представителей разных сфер деятельности позволяет выявить семантические пересечения между элементами ядер. Семантический анализ позволяет распределить полученные ядерные реакции по нескольким тематическим группам. Лингвистический анализ периферийной зоны с учетом структурных особенностей свидетельствует о наличии четырех основных типов (реакции-слова, реакции-словосочетания, реакции-предложения, реакции-тексты). Практическая значимость исследования заключается в возможности применения результатов исследования при разработке коммуникативных стратегий в процессе формирования имиджевой политики Брестского региона.
ABOUT THE SPECIFICITY OF TASHKENT URBANONYMS
Authors: KAYUMOVA Venera , AKHMEDOVA Malika
Published: December 2024

The article examines the urbanonyms of Tashkent city as part of the ethnocultural space within the linguistic picture of the city dwellers' world. The article considers the term urbanonymy, the concept of "onomastic space of the city", as well as the names of hotels, food establishments (restaurants and cafes), and shops in Tashkent. The material was collected by the method of continuous sampling from the Internet directory "Yellow Pages", and studied based on the thematic-semantic classification using the descriptive method. The study concludes that the urban "text" created by urbanonyms, using the example of hotels, is intended primarily for foreigners who speak English. The names of cafes and restaurants (trophonyms) reflect different characteristics: the ethnic identity of the owners of the establishments and menu, names of dishes intended for foreign guests, a humorous indication of the owners, etc.; the names of shops (emporonyms) are also mainly aimed at a visiting consumer. The urbanonyms of Tashkent do not reflect the history of the people, and little attention is paid to national specifics. Urbanonyms are aimed exclusively at creating a positive image of the city and country for tourists, while they do not create a “text” for their own citizens.
GENDER VOCABULARY AND TERMS: A COMPARATIVE ASPECT
Authors: CHUTPULATOV Mukhammad
Published: December 2024

The clarification of the features of gender linguistics, which is part of linguistic, ethnolinguistic, psycholinguistic, pragmalinguistic and linguistic relations between different languages in developed countries is essntial. The study aims to study the semantic and linguistic-statistical features of gender vocabulary in English, Russian and Uzbek languages. It states that tracing changes in language and speech provides insight into male and female roles and tasks in particular societies. The end of the XX and beginning of the XXI centuries is considered to be the era of the disappearance of a number of differences between male and female speech. It was found that masculinity and femininity in human social activity in some professions do not essentially differ in gender characteristics, which indicates the emergence and formation of general gender speech and professional activities. “Dictionary of Gender Terms” edited by A.A. Denisova was reviewed based on a scientific-analytical approach to gender characteristics in English, Russian, and Uzbek languages, and the analysis of this dictionary made it possible to identify similarities and differences between gender terms and gender vocabulary.
FROM BASELINE TO BEST PRACTICES: EVALUATING OUTCOMES AND STRENGTHENING THE MODIFIED EARLY WARNING SCORE (MEWS)
Authors: Bokade Rupesh , Dongre Deepak
Published: December 2024

The Modified Early Warning Score (MEWS) is a widely adopted tool for identifying patient deterioration in clinical settings. This manuscript
evaluates the outcomes associated with the implementation of MEWS, explores limitations, and proposes enhancements for improving clinical
practice. By examining data from baseline utilization to best practices, this study highlights the significance of MEWS in early intervention and
patient safety while recommending strategies for optimizing its predictive value and operational efficiency.
EFFECTIVENESS OF MRI IN COMPARISON WITH CLINICAL EVALUATION IN PAEDIATRIC POPULATION PRESENTING WITH SEIZURE AT TERTIARY CARE CENTRE: A COMPARATIVE STUDY
Authors: Kumar Sanjay , Agrawal Aman , Agrawal Shubhkirti
Published: December 2024

Background: A seizure occurs when there's a sudden and abnormal surge of synchronous neuronal activity in the brain. MRI becomes crucial in
the diagnostic process for children with newly diagnosed epilepsy. It serves as the primary imaging tool to accurately diagnose the condition,
devise appropriate management strategies based on the diagnosis, and provide insights into the prognosis of the patient. The study was conducted to
compare the effectiveness of MRI in comparison with clinical evaluation in paediatric population presenting with seizure at tertiary care centre.
Methods: This study was analytical hospital based study done at Dept of Radiodiagnosis, Pt. J.N.M. Medical College, Raipur during N`ovember
2021 to October 2022. A total sample size of 76 patients with epilepsy between age <18 years admitted in hospital was included in the study.
Detailed analysis and association of MRI findings with clinical profile was done and results was tabulated. The statistical software namely SPSS
22.0 used for the analysis of the data. Majority of the patients were of 0 to 3 years age group (34 Results: .21%). Male to female ratio of was found
to be 1.53: 1. Presence of positive clinical history or examination findings significantly increases the number of positive MRI scans with significant
association (P<0.001). Positive clinical history or examination findings significantly associated wit Conclusion: h MRI scan findings.
Відновлювані джерела енергії
Authors:   Інститут відновлюваної енергетики НАНУ, Кудря С.О.
Published: December 2024

У монографії викладено матеріали щодо перетворення енергії різних видів відновлюваних джерел – вітрової, сонячної і геотермальної енергії, енергії малих річок і біомаси в електричну і теплову енергію, обґрунтовані ефективні способи і засоби їх освоєння, види і типи енергетичного обладнання та принципи їх роботи. Розглянуто особливості застосування кожного із видів відновлюваних джерел енергії у різних галузях народного господарювання України та представлено результати наукових досліджень у галузі відновлюваної енергетики фахівців Інституту відновлюваної енергетики НАН України. Надано показники енергетичного потенціалу відновлюваних джерел енергії та його розподіл на території України. Висвітлено шляхи вирішення проблем відновлюваної енергетики з урахуванням впливу військових дій, у тому числі щодо необхідності децентралізації енергетичних об’єктів та створення балансуючих потужностей за рахунок водню як перспективи реалізації безвуглецевої енергетики України. Розглянуто сучасні методи стимулювання розвитку відновлюваної енергетики та представлено огляд вітчизняної законодавчо-правової бази України, направленої на ефективну реалізацію завдань щодо освоєння енергії відновлюваних джерел та реформування енергетичної галузі України. Монографія призначена для наукових та інженерно-технічних працівників, пошуковців та проєктувальників, що спеціалізуються в галузі відновлюваної енергетики, викладачів, аспірантів та студентів енергетичних спеціальностей вищих навчальних закладів. а також для представників місцевих громад та фізичних осіб.
OPTIMIZING WASTE HEAT RECOVERY FROM SOLAR COAL GASIFICATION: A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF ORC SYSTEMS USING VARIOUS REFRIGERANTS
Authors: Koyun Tansel , Elbir Ahmet , Üçgül İbrahim
Published: November 2024

In this study, it is aimed to recover the waste heat released as a result of coal gasification and gasification with a solar reactor heat source, with an ORC integrated into the reactor. Thermodynamic analyzes for the integrated system were carried out for a solar reactor (black body solar cavity—receiver) exposed to an average solar flux concentration of 2000 and operating at 1350 K. Assumptions are given for the calculations made in both the gasification reactor and the ORC, and the results are presented in tables and graphs. In the reactor and ORC integrated design, the operation of the integrated ORC sub-cycle with high critical temperature refrigerants (R600, R113, R227ea, R365mfa, R600a, and R123) to recover the heat lost by the Q ̇uencher (evaporator) in the reactor was investigated. In this designed system, the thermodynamic analysis of the selected refrigerants for ORC was made with the EES software (Engineering Equation Solver). In the ORC system, the best energy and exergy efficiency were obtained for R123 fluid (13.93% and 11.14%), respectively.
DEEP LEARNING-BASED ADAPTIVE ENSEMBLE LEARNING MODEL FOR CLASSIFICATION OF MONKEYPOX DISEASE
Authors: Üzen Hüseyin , Fırat Hüseyin
Published: November 2024

Monkeypox a viral disease resembling smallpox often transmitted via animal contact or human-to-human transmission. Symptoms include fever, rash, and respiratory issues. Healthcare experts initially may confuse it with chickenpox or measles due to its rarity, but swollen lymph nodes typically distinguish it. Diagnosis involves tissue sampling and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing, although PCR tests have limitations like time consumption and false negatives. Deep learning-based detection offers advantages over PCR, including reduced risk of exposure, quicker results, and improved accuracy. In this study, a novel adaptive ensemble learning (AEL)-based model for monkeypox diagnosis is proposed. This proposed ensemble learning model aims to enhance diagnosis accuracy by combining different deep learning models, leveraging an adaptive approach for model combination. Experimental studies using MSLD and MSID datasets show promising results, with ensemble models achieving high accuracy, precision, recall, and F1 scores. The ResNet101+VGG16 (92.46% accuracy, 92.75% precision, 93.22% recall, and 92.98% F1 score) ensemble model performs best for MSLD, while DenseNet121+Xception (97.58% accuracy, 96.57% precision, 95.74% recall, and 96.14% F1 score) excels for MSID. In addition, the proposed AEL model outperforms previous studies using the same datasets, showcasing its potential for improved monkeypox diagnosis.
INVESTIGATION OF THE VARIOUS TAPER ANGLE OF THE TIP AND ANGLE OF THE CONICAL SHAPE OF AN AEROSPIKE NOZZLE
Authors: Bayir Şerif Bilalhan , Akbıyık Hürrem
Published: November 2024

This study considers the design of aerospike nozzles and the thrust measurement experiments conducted with various designs, taking into account existing research in the literature. Unlike other studies, this experimental study examines the effects of the angle of the conical shape and the taper angle at the tip of the aerospike nozzle on thrust. Thrust measurement experiments were conducted using a cold gas system. All measurement results were compared, revealing that the design parameters for aerospike nozzle efficiency in this study were a conical shape angle of 45° following the main flow passage and a tapering angle of 30° at the tip of the aerospike nozzle. Additionally, it appears that the taper angle and conical angle of the aerospike nozzle are interrelated in thrust production.
TRAFFIC SAFETY AND RISK ASSESSMENT OF KONYA DISTRICTS
Authors: Bilim Atiye
Published: November 2024

Road traffic accidents are a major problem worldwide, causing both loss of life and permanent disability. In order to prevent and reduce these losses and damages, it is very important to determine the causes of traffic accidents. Analyzing the population under the influence of traffic accidents can more realistically reflect the risk situation of the region in terms of traffic safety. The aim of this study is to analyze the situation of Konya districts in terms of traffic safety. For this purpose, the traffic accidents that occurred in 2019-2023 in 28 districts of Konya, excluding the central districts, were examined and the risk situation of the districts in terms of traffic safety was determined by the relative risk ratio. According to the results of the analysis, the districts with high relative risk value were determined as the most risky districts in terms of traffic safety. These districts are Ereğli, Karapınar, Seydişehir, Ilgın, Akşehir, Güneysınır, Beyşehir, Kadınhanı and Cumra. Yalıhüyük was found to be the district with the lowest risk. It was found that in the districts defined as high-risk, traffic accidents occurred mostly where the speed limit was 50 km/h. The relative risk rate was high in Ereğli, Karapınar, Seydişehir, Ilgın and Akşehir districts in all the years analyzed. For this reason, the types of accidents in these districts were studied and it was found that the most frequent type of accident was the side-on collision. In addition, it was found that the drivers involved in the most traffic accidents in these districts were drivers between the ages of 18 and 29. Such analyses are an important resource for the creation and implementation of traffic safety policies.
Role of Maternal Serum Vitamin B12 Concentration with Risk of Developing Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: Tasnim Rehnuma , Nurullah Md , Rahman A. K. M Shahidur , Bhuiyan Mohammad Monzurul Alam , Ferdoushi Sheuly , Rahman Md Quddusur
Published: December 2024

Background: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is one of the most common complications in pregnant women. Vitamin B12 serves in synthesis of methionine from homocysteine. Low vitamin B12 inhibits DNA synthesis and elevates homocysteine. Elevated homocysteine level linked with insulin resistance that is associated with GDM. Various researchers suggested an association of serum vitamin B12 concentration with GDM. Estimation of serum vitamin B12 may be helpful in management of GDM. Objective: To observe the association of vitamin B12 concentration with risk of developing GDM. Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out at the Department of Laboratory Medicine, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU), Dhaka, Bangladesh between March 2021 and February 2022. A total of 86 women were enrolled; of them 43 were GDM women selected as cases and 43 were normal pregnant women taken as control group. Their demographic profile, relevant medical history with clinical examination findings were recorded. Serum vitamin B12 concentrations of the study population were estimated following standard procedure. Results: The mean serum vitamin B12 concentration was found significantly low in GDM women (158.7±91.8 pmol/L versus 264.5±100.9 pmol/L, p= 0.001). Pearson’s correlation coefficient test between serum vitamin B12 concentration with fasting plasma glucose level, plasma glucose level 1 hours after 75 gm glucose and plasma glucose level 2 hours after 75 gm glucose showed a significantly negative correlation (r= -0.432, p= 0.004; r= -0.519, p<0.001 and r= -0.687, p<0.001). In multivariate logistic regression analysis, the odd ratio of vitamin B12 concentration with GDM was 1.997 (95% CI; p= 0.042). Conclusion: Serum vitamin B12 concentration is significantly low in GDM women, which is negatively correlated with plasma glucose levels among GDM women. Serum vitamin B12 concentration may be used as a predictive tool to identify risk of developing GDM.
Mortality of Critical Congenital Heart Disease in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Benghazi Pediatric Hospital
Authors: Mosbah Hamida Abdelsalam , Alshalwi Mohamed , Abdalraziq Wafa Saad , Alferjani Mohamed Masoud , Almadany Mariam
Published: December 2024

Background: The neonatal period, which encompasses the 1st twenty-eight days of life for an infant, is a period of extreme vulnerability during which newborns might develop specific serious problems that result in mortality. Aim: To assess the clinical characteristics of neonates with critical congenital heart disease (CHD) who have been admitted to neonatal care unit. Patients and Methods: This was a retrospective investigation carried out on 44 newborns hospitalized in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) of the hospital of children in Benghazi for two years. Results: 25% of patients had cyanosis, 18.2% had respiratory distress, 18.2% had circulatory collapse, 6.8% had heart failure, and 31.8% had cyanosis + RD. The mean PO2 of the studied group was 80.02±11. 44. 27.3% of patients had PO2 below 75%, 43.2% had PO2 75-85%, 20.5% of patients had PO2 85-94, and 9.1% had PO2 more than 95%. 95.5% of patients had normal syndrome, and 4.5% had another syndrome. 4.5% of patients had associated congenital anomalies. 36.4% of patients had prostaglandin infusion; the mortality rate of studied group was 11.4%. Conclusion: Critical congenital heart disease (CCHD) is a major reason for newborn death, often due to transposition of the great arteries. Neonatologists and pediatric cardiologists play a crucial role in understanding and managing these defects, emphasizing the importance of prenatal diagnosis and follow-up. Screening newborns for CCHD using PO2 and prompt referral to specialized centers can improve patient outcomes.
The Influence of the Cooperative Learning Model Type TPS and TGT to Interest and Motivation Learn Volleyball Underhand Pass Participant Educate Class VIII of Public Middle School 2 Geneng Regency
Authors: Aliffudin Muhammad Habib , Nasrullah Ahmad , Pambudi Delano Wisnu , Shapri Vistor Maulana
Published: November 2024

Study This aiming for (1) For analyze difference application of learning models cooperative TPS type against interest and motivation Study participant educate in volleyball underhand passing practice participant educated at SMP Negeri 2 Geneng. (2) For analyze difference application of learning models cooperative TGT type against interest and motivation Study participant educate in volleyball underhand passing practice participant educated at SMP Negeri 2 Geneng. (3) For compare and analyze effectiveness between learning models cooperative TPS and TGT types in increase interest and motivation Study participant educate in volleyball underhand passing practice participant educated at SMP Negeri 2 Geneng. Research This is study quantitative with design experiment quasi -experimental research This aiming for test differences between cooperative learning models TPS (Think Pair Share) and TGT (Teams-Games-Tournaments) interest and motivation Study participant educate in volleyball underhand passing practice. Research this use Simple Random Sampling technique. The selection process sample done with method random simple for ensure representativeness and bias reduction. Data analysis techniques are carried out through prerequisite tests namely 1) Analysis Descriptive, 2) normality test, 3) homogeneity test, 4) sample t test. Based on results research that has been done above, then conclusion in study This is: 1) There is difference application of learning models cooperative TPS type against interest and motivation Study participant educate in volleyball underhand passing practice at SMP Negeri 2 Geneng. 2) There is difference application of learning models cooperative TGT type against interest and motivation Study participant educate in volleyball underhand passing practice at SMP Negeri 2 Geneng. 3) There is difference effectiveness between learning models cooperative TPS and TGT types in increase interest and motivation Study participant educate in volleyball underhand passing practice at SMP Negeri 2 Geneng by 36.13%.
Prevalence of Etiologic Causes of Primary Amenorrhea among Women in a Tertiary Care Center
Authors: Khatun Dr. Hasina , Halim Dr. Tanzila , Ferdous Dr. Bilkis , Rahman Dr. Reefaat , Hasan Dr. Md. Mehedi , Khan Dr. Amena
Published: November 2024

Background: Primary amenorrhea, defined as the absence of menarche by age 15 in the presence of secondary sexual characteristics or by age 13 without them, arises from various etiologic factors. Timely diagnosis and targeted interventions, including genetic counseling and reconstructive surgeries, are essential for effective management. Aim of the study: The aim of this study was to prevalence of etiologic causes of primary amenorrhea among women in a tertiary care center. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University, Dhaka, Bangladesh, during the period from June 2023 to May 2024. Total 120 women presenting with primary amenorrhea during the study period were included. Result: The study involved participants with a mean age of 17.8 ± 3.2 years, with 58.3% aged 15-20. Most were from low-income backgrounds (62.5%), and 33.3% reported parental consanguinity. Hormonal causes (41.7%) predominated, followed by structural (33.3%) and genetic causes (16.7%). Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism (60.0%) and Müllerian agenesis (62.5%) were leading subtypes, while Turner syndrome accounted for 60.0% of genetic cases. Diagnostic findings included pelvic ultrasound abnormalities (45.8%, p <0.001) and karyotype abnormalities (16.7%). Hormonal imbalances were most common (58.3%), reflecting the diversity of etiologies and the importance of advanced diagnostics in identifying underlying causes. Socioeconomic status and parental consanguinity significantly influenced etiological patterns. Conclusion: This study highlights significant associations between socio-demographic factors, such as age, consanguinity, socioeconomic status, and etiological categories were observed. Diagnostic findings underscored the importance of pelvic ultrasound, karyotyping, and hormonal evaluation in accurate classification.
Comparative Test on The Anti-Solar Activity of Basil Leaf Extract Cream (Ocimum basilicum L.) and Jicama Starch (Pachyrhizus erosus L.)
Authors: Khonsa Khonsa , Karsidin Bambang , Nurohman Ikra , Hawariyatullah Zunaidzah
Published: November 2024

Sunscreen is a material that can absorb or reflect ultraviolet (UV) radiation to protect the skin from the negative impact. Sunscreen derived from synthetic compounds can cause long-term toxic side effects, so natural materials can be a safer alternative to sunscreen. Basil leaves (Ocimum basilicum L.), and jicama tubers (Pachyrhizus erosus L.) have sunscreen activity because they contain flavonoids that absorb UV. This study aims to compare the sunscreen activity of basil leaf extract cream with jicama tuber starch cream and determine the concentration of basil leaf extract or jicama tuber starch with the highest SPF value. Basil leaves were extracted by maceration using ethanol solvents, while jicama tubers were made into starch powder. Basil extract and jicama starch were formulated into a cream preparation. Then, an evaluation of the preparation was carried out. The SPF value was determined in vitro using a UV-Vis spectrophotometer instrument at a wavelength of 290 to 320 nm. The results of the evaluation of the cream preparation meet the requirements for the entire test. The results of measuring the SPF value of basil leaf extract sunscreen cream with concentrations of 15%, 20%, and 25% were 9.40 (maximum), 10.66 (maximum), and 15.41 (ultra). The results of measuring the SPF value of jicama tuber starch sunscreen cream with concentrations of 15%, 20%, and 25% were <2, so it is ineffective as a sunscreen. Basil leaf extract sunscreen cream with a concentration of 25% showed the best SPF value with an ultra sunscreen ability level.
The Impact of Mock Code Blue Drills on Staff Confidence Levels in the Outpatient Setting a Quality Improvement Project in Abu Dhabi
Authors: McGowan Emma Louise
Published: November 2024

Data shows sudden cardiac arrest is still one of the leading causes of death in Europe and the United States (Berdowski et al., 2010). Healthcare professionals must provide immediate and proper resuscitation, which directly impacts the patient likelihood of survival. Mock code drills play a pivotal role in healthcare education and training, by enhancing the participants' confidence levels. This increased confidence, in turn, contributes to improved clinical performance and patient outcomes. Within the hospital setting, resources and personnel are readily available in the event of a medical emergency, however in the outpatient setting the stakes may be higher due to lessened resources and manpower (Urman, Punwani and Shapiro, 2012). To date, there is very little research surrounding medical emergencies in the outpatient settings, this highlights the need for further investigation as cardiac arrest is a high risk low volume emergency that many healthcare professionals feel unprepared and ill equipped for (Monachino et al., 2019). This Quality Improvement (QI) project explored the impact of mock code blue drills on healthcare professional’s confidence levels in the outpatient setting. Over three months, monthly code blue drills were conducted in two separate outpatient locations. Staff involved in this QI completed a pre and post drill survey consisting of nine statement with five-point Likert scaling assessing their confidence levels. Results in this QI showed an overall improvement in the confidence of clinical staff after taking part in mock code blue drills. There were limitations to this QI including a low response rate, small sample size, as well as external factors such as a faulty public announcement system impacting the drills. Future recommendations include increased frequency of drills, qualitative research to explore staff’s perceptions and high-quality simulation equipment. Code blue drills should be completed every three months to safeguard patient safety and promote staff responsiveness in a true cardiac arrest event.
UPAYA PENINGKATAN PEMBERDAYAAN KADER DALAM DETEKSI DINI DAN PENCEGAHAN PRE EKLAMPSIA DIWILAYAH PUSKESMAS GUNTUNG MANGGIS KOTA BANJARBARU
Authors: Hipni Rubiati , Serilaila Serilaila , Hariati Niken Widyastuti
Published: November 2024

Pre-eclampsia is a medical complication in pregnancy more than 20 weeks, the incidence of pre-eclampsia is still quite high in 2017 at Idaman Hospital Banjarbaru where out of 100 pregnant women with preeclampsia the most 36 cases (36%) women gave birth with preeclampsia from the Guntung Manggis Public Health Center area, Prevention efforts against pre-eclampsia can be carried out at the most basic level in the community, namely Posyandu by empowering cadres in early detection and prevention of preeclampsia. This service aims to empower caring cadres to early detection and prevention of pre-eclampsia in the Guntung Manggis Community Health Center, Banjarbaru City. The method is through training and mentoring for cadres using PowerPoint media, videos, flipcharts, and leaflets, the participants consist of 20 delegates from PKM Partners, 10 pregnant women, 1 midwife, and 1 nutritionist at the Guntung Manggis Health Center, evaluated through pre -test and post-test as well as assessing cadre counseling for pregnant women at the posyandu. The results show that there is an increase in improvement from the previous, this indicates that the material presented can be understood by cadres and pregnant women well
PELATIHAN MITIGASI BENCANA BANJIR, UPAYA PENGOBATAN MANDIRI, DAN KONSELING TRAUMA HEALING PASCA BENCANA DI DESA PEKAUMAN ULU KABUPATEN BANJAR KALIMANTAN SELATAN
Authors: Rizki Muhammad Ikhwan , Fadlilaturrahmah Fadlilaturrahmah , Sari Anna Khumaira
Published: November 2024

South Kalimantan in early 2021 experienced the largest flooding in the last 50 years. Data in Banjar Regency shows that there are 27,368 houses, 2 bridges, 5 places of worship and 9 schools in 207 villages from 19 sub-districts in Banjar Regency that are affected. Pekauman Ulu Village was affected by flooding with a large potential for flooding. The purpose of this community service is to improve community skills in disaster mitigation, post-disaster counseling, and community knowledge in efforts to self-medicate in disaster situations. The service method carried out is through counseling, training, and distributing booklets related to self-medication. The results of the service activities were evaluated through the presence of the community, the results of the pretest and posttest, as well as the testimonies of the participants who attended. The data were analyzed descriptively and presented in the table. The service that has been carried out was attended by 48 participants, participants actively asked questions and were involved in discussions. Based on the results of the pretest and posttest, there was an increase in knowledge related to disaster mitigation from 49.77% to 83.55%, basic trauma healing abilities from 54.67% to 84.44%, and understanding of self-medication from 38.22% to 85. 77%. The conclusion from community service shows that there is an increase in knowledge related to disaster mitigation, basic trauma healing abilities, and understanding of self-medication
PENINGKATAN AKSES LAYANAN KESEHATAN MASYARAKAT DESA TATAH LAYAP MELALUI PELAYANAN KESEHATAN GRATIS
Authors: Susanto Yugo , Alexxander Alexxander , Rahim Aulia , Irawan Ahmad
Published: November 2024

Physical condition and geography provide separate obstacles for the community to get access to health service. STIKES ISFI Banjarmasin plays an active role in presenting that solution. The purpose of this activity is to expand the coverage and access of rural communities to health services, build interprofessional collaboration (IPC), apply learning theory, and provide experience to students in community service practices. The activity is carried out using the method of providing free health services through the integration of nursing care practices, medical care, and pharmaceutical care. The activity was carried out in Tatah Layap Village, Banjar, South Kalimantan. Coordination is carried out between STIKES ISFI Banjarmasin, the Bulan Sabit Merah Indonesia (BSMI), and the Village Head of Tatah Layap. The result of this activity is the implementation of free health service activities on Sunday, November 21, 2021. The event takes place at 08.00-12.00 WITA. The activity was attended by 132 people from 7 (seven) Rukun Tetangga (RT) in the village. It can be concluded that this activity is able to help expand the scope and access of the community to health services, build IPC, provide community service experiences to students by applying the knowledge they get on campus.
PENYULUHAN TENTANG MENCEGAH LUKA DAN SENAM DIABETES PADA PENDERITA DIABETES MELLITUS DI WILAYAH KERJA PUSKESMAS MARTAPURA KABUPATEN BANJAR
Authors: Isnaniah Isnaniah - , Hapisah Hapisah , Hipni Rubiati , Rusmilawaty Rusmilawaty , Barkinah Tut
Published: November 2024

According to WHO in 2006 at least 171 million people had diabetes. By 2030. In Indonesia, Incidence will double. in the 2000s, there were 125 million people over the age of 20. Based on this pattern of population growth, it is estimated that in early 2020 the Indonesian population aged over 20 years is around 178 million people and it is assumed that there will be an increase in the prevalence of DM incidence of around 8.2 million people. Purpose: The purpose of this Community Service is to provide counseling on how to prevent injuries in people with diabetes mellitus and provide training on diabetes exercise for people with diabetes mellitus. Methods: The method used is lectures and discussions to provide an understanding of how to prevent wounds in people with Diabetes Mellitus as well as simulations and demonstrations by providing skills about diabetes gymnastics. Results: Community service can be carried out with permission from the Martapura Health Center, Banjar Regency with 2 counseling activities and skills provision. Conclusion: Counseling on wound prevention for Diabetes Mellitus patients has been carried out twice using LCD media and pamphlets, and Diabetes Exercises for diabetics can be done by watching videos and pamphlets given led by one instructor.
Keywords: Diabetes Mellitus, Diabetes Gymnastics, Wounds
PEMBERIAN PENYULUHAN DAN KONSELING TENTANG SAYUR DAN BUAH UNTUK PENCEGAHAN HIPERTENSI LANJUT USIA DI WILAYAH KERJA PUSKESMAS ASTAMBUL MARTAPURA
Authors: Farhat Yasir , Syah Marwan , Yanti Rusmini
Published: November 2024

Hypertension is a condition in which a person experiences an increase in blood pressure above normal which results in an increase in morbidity (morbidity) and death (mortality). Hypertension in the elderly is mostly isolated systolic hypertension (HST), increasing systolic pressure causes a high probability of stroke even though the diastolic pressure is within normal limits.
The purpose of the activity is to provide Counseling and Counseling on Vegetables and Fruits for the Prevention of Hypertension in the Elderly in the Working Area of ??the Astambul Martapura Community Health Center. The activity method uses group education methods in the form of counseling and individual (individual) approaches with counseling so that contact between the elderly and officers is more intensive
The results of the activity did not show a significant change in the pattern of eating vegetables and fruit after 1, 2, and 3 months of counseling and counseling, while there was a significant change in blood pressure after 1, 2, and 3 months of counseling and counseling.
EDUKASI DAGUSIBU DALAM RANGKA HARI FARMASIS SEDUNIA DI DESA MAJU MAKMUR TANAH BUMBU
Authors: Mahdi Nur , Maghfirah Rahmayani , Alawiyah Tuty
Published: November 2024

DAGUSIBU plays a pivotal role in effective therapy and disease management. However, it is disheartening to observe that a significant portion of the population remains uninformed about proper medication practices. This lack of understanding poses severe health risks and hinders the healing process. This initiative aims to empower community members as household medication educators, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to effectively obtain, utilize, store, and dispose of (DAGUSIBU) medications. The methodology encompasses careful planning, preparation, comprehensive education, and thorough evaluation. The post-test results revealed a remarkable 69% increase in DAGUSIBU knowledge among the participants. 31% of the participants were categorized as 'good' in their understanding, while the remaining 69% fell under the 'sufficient' category. These findings unequivocally demonstrate a substantial improvement in the knowledge base of the RT. 2 Desa Maju Makmur community. Armed with adequate knowledge and understanding, individuals are better equipped to make informed decisions regarding medication use, ensuring their own well-being and that of their families. By promoting responsible medication practices, we can collectively safeguard public health and foster a healthier society.
PENYULUHAN TERKAIT CARA MEMILIH KOSMETIKA YANG AMAN UNTUK REMAJA
Authors: Ika Agustina  , Senny Listy Kartika Falestin  , Ananda Maharani
Published: November 2024

Penelitian terdahulu yang dilakukan di SMK Pelita Alam menunjukkan pengetahuan siswi-siswi yang masih rendah terkait penggunanan tabir surya. Hal tersebut yang mendasari adanya kegiatan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat (PKM) terkait pemilihan kosmetika yang aman di kalangan remaja. Kegiatan PKM berlangsung pada 21 Mei 2024 dengan responden terdiri atas siswi-siswi kelas XI dan XII sejumlah 23 orang dengan range usia 16-18 tahun. Metode yang digunakan berupa penyuluhan dengan bantuan power point dan video yang dilakukan oleh tim dosen dan mahasiswa. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan adanya keaktifan responden dalam berdiskusi terkait materi yang disampaikan. Sehingga dapat dikatakan bahwa kegiatan PKM ini cukup berhasil.
Kata Kunci: kosmetika, tabir surya, SMK Pelita Alam
SOSIALISASI DAGUSIBU UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KESADARAN MASYARAKAT DI POSYANDU KEMUNING VIII, KECAMATAN KRIAN
Authors: Seran Ivan Charles , Wahyuningsih Arista , Rahmawati Dewi , Ambari Yani , Aristia Bela Fevi , Amarullah Adinugraha , Seran Agustinus Alfred , Putra Tawakal Muhamad Aulia , Ardian Yohanes , Battista Leki Karol Giovani
Published: November 2024

DAGUSIBU (Get, Use, Store, and Dispose) is a drug counselling programme designed to increase community knowledge and awareness about the correct use of drugs, especially how to get, use, store, and dispose of drugs. This programme was implemented at Posyandu Kemunin VIII with the aim of increasing family awareness of medicine. The material provided is in the form of a general understanding of drugs and their classification which includes over-the-counter drugs, limited over-the-counter drugs, hard drugs, and hard drugs as well as pharmaceutical needs. We will then explain what drugs require precautionary measures if misused, and how to use and store them properly. The objective of the DAGUSIBU socialisation is to improve the community's knowledge and understanding of medicines. Activities are conducted through interaction, lectures and interactive discussions. The response and enthusiasm of the community in attending the activities, asking questions and actively participating in discussions regarding the purchase, use, storage and disposal of medicines. The good and correct use of medicines is evidence of this socialisation effort.
Prediction of Pavement Damage under Truck Platoons Utilizing a Combined Finite Element and Artificial Intelligence Model
Authors:   University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Ramakrishnan Aravind , Liu Fangyu ,   University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Jayme Angeli ,   University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Al-Qadi Imad ,   University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Published: December 2024

For robust pavement design, accurate damage computation is essential, especially for loading scenarios such as truck platoons. Studies have developed a framework to compute pavement distresses as function of lateral position, spacing, and market-penetration level of truck platoons. The established framework uses a robust 3D pavement model, along with the AASHTOWare Mechanistic–Empirical Pavement Design Guidelines (MEPDG) transfer functions to compute pavement distresses. However, transfer functions include high variability and lack physical significance. Therefore, as an improvement to effectively predict permanent deformation, this study utilized a conventional Burger’s model, incorporating a nonlinear power-law dashpot, in lieu of a transfer function. Key components, including stress increments and the Jacobian, were derived for implementation in ABAQUS as a user subroutine. Model parameters were determined through asphalt concrete (AC) flow number and dynamic modulus tests. Using a nonlinear power-law dashpot, the model accurately characterized rutting under varying conditions. The Burger’s model was both verified and validated to check the accuracy of implementation and representative of the actual behavior, respectively. Initially developed in 1D domain, the validated Burger’s model was integrated into the robust 3D finite element (FE) pavement model to predict permanent deformation. A new load-pass approach (LPA) enabled reduction in computational domain and cost, along with implementing transient loads more efficiently. The combined integration of the LPA and the Burger’s model into the pavement model effectively captured the rutting progression per loading cycle. Moreover, a graph neural network (GNN) was established to extend the prediction power of the framework, while strategically limiting the FE numerical matrix. The FE model data was transformed into a graph structure, converting FE model components into corresponding graph nodes and edges. The GNN-based pavement simulator (GPS) was developed to model 3D pavement responses, integrating three key components: encoder, processor, and decoder. The GPS model employed two-layer multilayer perceptrons (MLP) for the encoder and decoder, while utilizing graph network (GN) technology for the processor. Validation occurred through two case studies—OneStep and Rollout—with results compared against FE model data as ground truth. Results demonstrated that the GPS model provides an accurate and computationally efficient alternative to traditional 3D pavement FE simulations.
Geophysical aspect of extremely low frequency telecommunication systems
Authors:   Institute of Cosmophysical Research and Radio Wave Propagation, Far Eastern Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Sivokon V.P.
Published: December 2024

Foreign telecommunication systems use frequencies below 3 kHz, which are called extremely low frequencies (ELF). The efficiency of radiation of electromagnetic waves of such frequencies by ground-based antenna devices is low. The discovery of the Getmantsev effect supposedly made it possible to use ionospheric current structures, which were called electric jets or electrojet, as emitters of electromagnetic waves in this frequency range. In works devoted to the active influence on the ionosphere of high latitudes in order to generate electromagnetic radiation ELF, the term "Polar electrojet antenna" (PEJ antenna) is used in relation to these structures. Research in this direction has been and is being carried out on various heating stands using quite complex technologies, however, significant efficiency of such telecommunication systems has not been achieved. One of the reasons for this may be the low efficiency of the radiating system – the electrojet. Based on the analysis of theoretical works devoted to PEJ and experimental studies carried out on the EISCAT and HAARP heating stands, the radiation efficiency of the ionospheric current system in polar latitudes is assessed. It has been established that the low efficiency of the electrojet as a radiating system is most likely due to: low conductivity of ionospheric plasma; the insignificant dimensions of the emitter, which were initially assumed to be comparable to the dimensions of global ionospheric current structures.