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A HIPNOSE CLÍNICA E A SUA INFLUÊNCIA NA QUALIDADE DE VIDA NO ENVELHECIMENTO: ESTUDO DE CASO
Authors: Silva Ana Mateus
Published: July 2024

A ansiedade e o stress, são fatores que contribuem significativamente para o envelhecimento prematuro da pele, músculos e órgãos, além de afetarem negativamente a memória e a concentração. Esse envelhecimento pode ser mais lento com a ajuda da hipnose clínica, também conhecida como hipnoterapia. Baseando-se na teoria de Milton Erickson, considerado o pai da hipnose moderna, a hipnose clínica utiliza uma abordagem naturalista, permissiva e indireta. Erickson percebeu que o transe hipnótico é uma experiência multidimensional, variando de pessoa para pessoa, e que cada cliente precisa de uma indução única, capacitando-os a se tornarem os seus próprios indutores. Erickson foi pioneiro na hipnose clínica e fundou importantes instituições como a American Society of Clinical Hypnosis e o American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis. A sua abordagem e técnicas são amplamente utilizadas para melhorar a qualidade de vida, especialmente no contexto do envelhecimento (Melchior, 1998). Diversas variáveis psicológicas são cruciais no controle do envelhecimento, quer a nível físico quer psicológico. A terapia para a mudança de estilo de vida, que inclui a redução do stress e a promoção de hábitos saudáveis, é fundamental para retardar o envelhecimento. Intervenções que ajudam a prevenir o envelhecimento, melhorar a qualidade de vida e reduzir fatores de risco são extremamente valiosas. A hipnose clínica foi oficialmente reconhecida como uma terapia médica válida pela Associação Médica Americana e pela Associação Médica Canadense em 1958, embora a sua aceitação pelos profissionais de saúde, especialmente em Portugal, ainda esteja em crescimento. Vários estudos demonstram a eficácia da hipnose clínica como parte do tratamento integrativo de várias condições físicas e psicológicas. Vamos apresentar como a hipnose clínica pode promover mudanças de comportamento e estilo de vida e ajudar a controlar o stress e combater o sedentarismo, contribuindo assim para um envelhecimento mais saudável e uma melhor qualidade de vida.
Mô hình phần tử hữu hạn của cố kết chân không
Authors: Nguyễn Trường Chinh  , Nguyễn Quốc Tới
Published: July 2024

Cố kết chân không là một phương pháp được sử dụng để gia tải trước và cố kết đất hạt mịn bão hòa mềm và rất mềm. Quy trình này bao gồm lắp đặt các ống dẫn chân không thẳng đứng và nằm ngang dưới một màng không thấm kín khí và hút không khí bên dưới màng tạo ra áp suất khí quyển lên đất. Bài viết này nhằm mục đích trình bày thiết lập và kết quả phân tích phần tử hữu hạn được thực hiện cho một dự án cải tạo đất ở Việt Nam. Trong bối cảnh này, ứng xử hai chiều của nền đắp trên đất yếu kết hợp các rãnh thoát nước thẳng đứng chế tạo sẵn được phân tích với gói phần tử hữu hạn địa kỹ thuật PLAXIS 2D. Phân tích FE này được thực hiện trong khuôn khổ phân tích ứng suất dòng chảy kết hợp đầy đủ với điều kiện đất không bão hòa. Với mục đích này, một phần tử thoát nước mới đã được thực hiện trên đó có thể áp dụng áp lực lỗ rỗng âm (hút do chân không) làm điều kiện biên của dòng chảy. Mô hình cấu thành nâng cao cho ứng xử phi tuyến tính của các lớp đất yếu cấu thành cũng được xem xét.
The Use of Public Narrative as Way to Facilitate Team Formation in Leadership Development and Community Organizing
Authors: Aiello-Cabrera Emilia , Fuentes Nelly
Published: July 2024

Public narrative is a leadership practice being learned and practiced across different contexts worldwide. This article delves into the utilization of public narrative for team formation within the realms of leadership and community organizing. We delve deeper into the case of We the People Michigan, an organization engaged in community organizing, and its pivotal role in convening the Drive Michigan Forward coalition through the lens of public narrative. Our findings highlight the crucial role of public narrative in enhancing two critical aspects of team formation and effective group collaboration. Firstly, the act of sharing personal narratives serves as a means to foster mutual understanding and establish a shared foundation. Secondly, it facilitates a shift from the specific needs of individual organizations towards a focus on the urgent challenges facing their constituencies, particularly the undocumented migrant population in Michigan.
El voto emocional: un experimento durante las elecciones del 23 de julio de 2023
Authors: Otamendi Francisco Javier , Guerras Lucía M. , Borrega-Alonso Eva , Messía de la Cerda Jesús Alberto , Muñoz Félix Fernando
Published: July 2024

Las nuevas tecnologías y la neurociencia pueden ayudar a complementar los estudios tradicionales de intención de voto basados en encuestas. Así, el análisis de expresiones faciales permite estudiar las reacciones emocionales que despiertan las diferentes candidaturas presentadas entre los votantes. En esta nota de investigación se presenta el experimento realizado con motivo de las elecciones generales de 2023 en España empleando este tipo de técnicas, definiendo y cuantificando el voto emocional en función de las reacciones emocionales mostradas ante imágenes de logos y caras de candidatas/os. La principal conclusión metodológica es que experimentalmente se puede estudiar de manera conjunta la intención manifestada de voto basada en encuestas tradicionales con las reacciones emocionales demostradas por los encuestados. Este voto emocional podría aportar nuevas vías de comprensión del comportamiento electoral de los votantes.
EXPLORING COMMUNICATION DYNAMICS AT AN ENGINEERING WORKPLACE: AN INTERVIEW-BASED STUDY
Authors: Belano  , Mae A. Lea , Candor  , Lester D. John , Domingo  , Froilan D.  , Geguilasao  , Lance Q.  , Sunga  , Marilyn C.
Published: July 2024

Lack of communication is a universal phenomenon. Organizations, companies, corporations, and firms often require good communication practices to thrive in an environment where social interactions flourish and strong employee ties are maintained. However, various communication barriers bring hurdles in every communication process, and organizational communication is not an exception. Therefore, the main concern of this study is to evaluate the most recognized communication strategies practiced by the selected Engineering firm, Henro Construction and Development Corporation, in the City of San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan, and to determine how the three selected personnel handle the challenges that occur within their workplace; including the cultural aspects of the employees and the clients they interact with. All of the data acquired from the participants were gathered with permission. The researchers used a qualitative research design and collected the data by conducting a structured data collection technique with ten open-ended questionnaires in the form of a face-to-face interview. Based on the results obtained, it is confirmed that an organization, indeed, considers communication as the heart of every organizational success. The presence of cultural differences and the importance of company training for the employees were identified. For this reason, the integration of cultures into one brought the members of the organization closer, and the implementation of training led to more effective and successful transmission of ideas.
UNLOCKING THE POWER OF SIGN LANGUAGE: MASTERING ALPHABETS AND MULTIMODAL COMPONENTS
Authors: Cecilia Bechem Enow Parris
Published: July 2024

Teaching sign language to beginners (hearing students) in the department of linguistics is a daunting task which requires more understanding of the various levels of representation from 10 gestures to motion characterized by four multimodal components. This study highlights the connection existing between signs and multimodal components: handshape, signing area, hand movement and palm position as proposed by Stokoe. These components act independently to convey meaning. Hence, any incorrect gesture alters the semantic content of the word or sentence. We place this study in the framework of a theoretical and practical model that posits 15 illustrative intent “tell and show” by the signer as the organising principle of sign language. A descriptive survey research was employed with the help of observation as instrument for data collection. Motion captured data was collected through 30 minutes of observation as the signer is perceived performing signs. Data evaluation and analysis is done on the quality of the gestures performed. Findings indicate that: 1. There are 26 alphabets in sign language which stands as the 20 base for students to learn and master for effective teaching and learning of sign language. 2. These alphabets have fundamental multimodal components that make up the sounds which students must learn. 3. There are three aspects students must possess to become skilled signers. It was recommended that the University of Bamenda intensifies monitoring and supervision to help students acquire proficient signing skills while lobbying for donor funding to provide resources 25 necessary to teach the course.
USING VISUAL-AIDS TO ENHANCE VOCABULARY RETENTION FOR AUTISTIC CHILDREN IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Authors: Hong Thuy Tran Thi , Trang Linh Tran Thi , Thanh Loc Phan , Bich Ngoc Ngo Thi
Published: July 2024

This study investigated the implications of visual-aids in order to enhance the vocabulary retention of autistic subjects in elementary school and organized guidelines to create a platform for lecturers to apply to level 1 autistic students in elementary schools. The subjects of the research were three elementary autistic students. Pre- and post-tests, as well as observation, were used to collect data for the analysis. The findings of the study showed that visual-aids could improve the autistic students’ performance toward vocabulary learning and enhanced their vocabulary retention. Suggestions for teachers, students, and institutions were proposed by the researchers based on the results of the study. Additionally, recommendations for additional study were given.
DIGITIZED ENGLISH TEACHING AND EDUCATION-PRODUCTION INTEGRATION
Authors: WANG Yuan
Published: July 2024

With the development of information technology in China, the era of paper-reading has gradually transitioned into the age of screen-reading. The teaching of various subjects, combined with digitization, is keeping abreast of the times and has played a vital role in promoting talent cultivation and accelerating the integration of education and production. At present, both the digital application of English teaching and the integrated construction of education and production have achieved significant results in their respective fields, and have exerted mutual influence on each other in the course of their concurrent developing processes. Coordinating the relationship between the two and promoting their joint development are the keys to advancing the in-depth integration of education and production.
IMPACT OF INTERNET USAGE IN THE DECLINING ATTENTION SPAN OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY STUDENTS: AN ASSESSMENT
Authors: J. Cardoso Dr. Cecilia , J. Acosta Dr. Noel , Stephanie Maria , Borja T. , G. Ichikawa Tomi Jeff , R. Nayos Mary Angelica , A.Ocampo Breiner James , C. Cayanan Dr. Edgardo
Published: July 2024

This study seeks to present and discuss the Impact of Internet Usage on the Declining Attention Span of Radiologic Technology Students as well as to provide a proposed action plan. The researchers surveyed to gather basic information that is essential for the collection of data such as the profile of the respondents based on their gender and year level. Furthermore, the researchers determined the impact of internet usage on the attention span to cognitive, affective, and psychomotor, together with providing proposed programs to improve the attention span of the radiologic technology students.
DEVELOPING SPEAKING SKILLS FOR NON-ENGLISH MAJORS USING TIKTOK PLATFORM IN TEACHING ENGLISH
Authors: Thanh Tu Phung Thi , Thu Trang Duong , Quyen Ta Thao
Published: July 2024

In the current era, a large number of apps and software are used by a variety of language learners and they bring plenty of benefits to the learners in improving their language knowledge and as well as skills. TikTok is one of the apps that is widely used by most of the youth. Therefore, it is a popular app that students get familiar with and feel excited about using it to support their learning. By adopting a quantitative method with experimental design, this study aims to determine whether the use of TikTok in English language teaching should be used to enhance non-English majors’ speaking proficiency. Twenty non-English majors freshmen from a university in Vietnam participated in the study. The analysis of pre-test and post-test data reveals a statistically significant difference, with a p-value (Sig 2-Tailed) of <.001, indicating a significant improvement in speaking proficiency among students. Therefore, it can be understood that the TikTok platform can enhance students' speaking proficiency. Furthermore, survey data on the students’ opinions about the use of TikTok in teaching and learning speaking shows the positive effect of the use of TikTok for improving speaking skills. The students’ satisfaction and enthusiasm with the use of TikTok was determined to contribute to the effectiveness of the TikTok app which should be used widely in teaching and learning English speaking skills.
POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF ONLINE GAMING IN RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE: AN ASSESSMENT
Authors: J. Cardoso Dr. Cecilia , J. Acosta Dr. Noel , Guzman De , Michael M.  , Diaz  , Cedrix B.  , Legarda  , Marie M. Ashley , Magpusao  , Danica U.  , C. Cayanan Dr. Edgardo
Published: July 2024

This study aims to examine and discuss the dual influence of online gaming on the academic performance of Radiologic Technology students, while also proposing strategic interventions. The researchers conducted surveys to gather fundamental data, including the respondents' gender and academic year, as a foundational step for data collection. Additionally, the study evaluates the impact of online gaming on academic performance across cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains, and presents proposed interventions to enhance students' academic outcomes.
AN INVESTIGATION OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ORGANISATION DEVELOPMENT; AND ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE (INTERNAL PROCESSES PERSPECTIVE) WITH DYNAMIC CAPABILITY AS MEDIATING FACTOR: A CASE OF THE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION IN ZAMBIA
Authors: Daniel Chanda Mutale
Published: July 2024

This study sought to investigate the mediating role of dynamic capabilities on the relationship of organization development with organizational performance (Internal processes perspective) in context of Public Service of the Ministry of Education of Zambia. The specific objectives were to determine the effect of organization development on dynamic capabilities, assess the effect of dynamic capabilities on internal processes, demonstrate the effect of organization development on internal processes and validate the role of dynamic capability on the relationship between organization development with internal processes in the Ministry of Education in Zambia. The study was founded on a positivist research philosophy and utilized a descriptive and cross-sectional research design. The population consisted of 1288 secondary schools. Primary data was collected from 301 respondents using self-administered questionnaires selected using a proportional stratified sampling technique. Descriptive statistics were computed to describe the characteristics of the study variables and structural modeling equation analysis was conducted to determine the nature and magnitude of the relationships between variables. The findings revealed that organization development positively and significantly affect the dynamic capabilities. Organization development is found to have positive and favorable relationship with Internal Processes. Organization development is found to have positive and significant relationship with Dynamic Capabilities. There is negative and insignificant relationship between Dynamic Capabilities and Internal processes perspective. The results also revealed insignificant mediating function of Dynamic capabilities between Organization development, and Internal Processes Perspective.
EVALUATING THE PEDAGOGICAL COMPETENCE OF INTERDISCIPLINARY STRATEGIES IN THE TEACHING OF PHYSICS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN AKWA IBOM STATE
Authors: J. Uko Dr Patrick , Mary Patrick Uko
Published: July 2024

Some science topics in the secondary school curriculum, especially in physics, are often encountered by learners to be difficult as their teachers use didactic approaches in lesson delivery.This often result in poor learners achievement evidenced in their poor outings in public examination. This study was designed to evaluate the pedagogical competence in the application of interdisciplinary strategies in the teaching of selected difficult topics in physics in secondary schools in Akwa Ibom State. Three research questions and three null hypotheses guided the study. A quasi-experimental research design was adopted for the study. Simple random sampling technique was used to select 115 senior secondary one (SS1) students from 6 intact classes as the sample size. A 25-item Physics achievement test developed from the contents taught was used to collect data for the study. The instrument had a face and content validation by three specialists. Kudder-Richardson (K-R20) was used to determine the internal consistency of the test items and a coefficient of 0.89 was obtained. Mean and standard deviation was used to answer the research questions while ANCOVA was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The findings shows that there was a change as students taught using interdisciplinary strategies had higher mean achievement score than their counterpart and that gender had no significant influence on the achievement. Also, there was no interaction between gender and method. It was recommended that interdisciplinary strategies should be integrated into the teaching of difficult concepts in physics for effective teaching and learning and for improved academic achievement.
COMPONENTS OF WORK IMMERSION PERFORMANCE AND STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN SPECIALIZED SUBJECTS
Authors: D. Turla Manric
Published: July 2024

This descriptive research focused on the effects of academic achievement in specialized subjects to work immersion performance of Grade 12 Accountancy Business Management (ABM) students of a public senior high school in the Philippines, during the last quarter of School Year 2018-2019. Participants were selected through purposive sampling. A school-developed work immersion monitoring and evaluation tool was used to get the data on the work immersion performance. To get the data on academic achievement, the School Forms 9 & 10 were reviewed. Percentage distribution and mean and the Department of Education (DepEd) standard rating scale were utilized to describe the academic performance of learners. One-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) is utilized to identify the differences among the variables. Findings revealed that the Grade 12 students’ academic achievement was satisfactory (M=82.00) in the specialized courses of their strand. Their work immersion performance was rated outstanding in the three components, personality (M=93.68), work ethics (M=91.84) and job skills (M=91.00). Generally, the components of work immersion performance are not affected by the academic performance in specialized subjects of ABM strand under academic track. Curriculum review on the competencies is recommended.
PRACTICE OF PERSONAL DISCIPLINE AMONG RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY STUDENTS IN THEIR LEARNING ADVANCEMENT: AN ASSESSMENT
Authors: J. Cardoso Cecelia , J. Acosta Noel , D. Chua Andrew Johnson , B. Lai Michael James , C. Ocampo James Mark , P. Palomar Kaden Peal , Cayanan Dr. Edgardo
Published: July 2024

Radiologic technology students vary in their approach and dedication depending on their discipline within the field. Those with a strong sense of discipline are known for their meticulousness, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy in diagnostic procedures. This discipline extends beyond technical skills to encompass a deep regard for patient well-being, adherence to protocols, and continuous learning to keep pace with advancements in healthcare. Such students understand the gravity of their role in delivering precise imaging that directly impacts medical decisions and patient care. Cultivating discipline during radiologic technology education equips students to handle complex situations, embrace new technologies, and maintain the highest standards of professionalism.
HOME LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS AND READING LEVELS OF GRADE 4 LEARNERS: BASES FOR ENHANCED HOME-BASED READING PROGRAM
Authors: Dacles Nelly Nacin
Published: July 2024

This study determined the home learning environments and reading levels of Grade 4 learners in Palauig District, Schools Division of Zambales during the School Year 2023-2024, with 197 home learning facilitators and 197 Grade 4 learners as respondents. A quantitative-descriptive method was employed, utilizing a validated questionnaire to gather data from both home learning facilitators and Grade 4 learners. The questionnaire focused on various dimensions of the home learning environment, including reading materials, activities, approaches, and assistance, as well as Filipino and English reading results. The research revealed that Grade 4 learners demonstrated a high effectiveness of the home learning environments across multiple dimensions. Home learning facilitators also observed a high effectiveness of the home learning environments among their learners in key areas related to reading. Furthermore, Grade 4 learners were classified as instructional readers based on their Filipino and English reading results. However, no significant difference was found in the perception of the home learning environments among facilitators. Nonetheless, a high positive significant correlation was identified between the home learning environments and Phil-IRI-based reading levels in both Filipino and English. The findings suggest that the home learning environments significantly influences Grade 4 learners' reading levels. As a result, an enhanced program has been developed to further improve the home learning environments and reading levels of Grade 4 learners, aiming to enhance their overall academic performance and lifelong learning outcomes.
URBAN GROWTH MONITORING AND TREND IN BASRAH CITY USING GIS AND REMOTE SENSING
Authors: Rasooli Hanan , Lotfi Sedigheh , Nikpour Amer
Published: July 2024

The greatest challenges in creating a practical and long-term model of urban planning are those that researchers, planners, decision-makers, and local authorities must overcome. Among these difficulties is the need to quantify and forecast urbanization trends in both space and time. When it comes to measuring and mapping patterns of urban growth, tools like geographic information system approaches and remote sensing have recently emerged as key strategies. There is a wide variety in the rates and patterns of growth in Basrah city, which is inside the Basrah governorate. Analysis of land use change detection can greatly benefit from the use of geospatial technologies and remote sensing approaches. Such is the setting for the discourse surrounding these approaches and tools. In this study, collected GIS data use in Basrah city between 2002 and 2022 to assess the ability to accurately detect alterations in land utilization. The goal of creating these urban growth maps was to use three Landsat ETM and OLI images taken in 2002, 2012, and 2022. The use of land-use maps allowed for the measurement of changes in urban areas from 2002 to 2022. In contrast to the 17.42% decline in vegetated land, the built-up area has increased by over 11.38%, rising from 80.77 km² to 224 km², as revealed by the change detection inquiry. The study's results demonstrate that the urban area has expanded and now covers most of Basrah's city area. Cities and their planners greatly benefit from studies documenting changes in land use, land cover, and urbanization. Future strategies for the city's environmentally responsible growth might benefit from this data.
BUILDING CIVIL SERVICE ETHICS OF OFFICIALS AND CIVIL SERVANTS IN VIETNAM NOW FOLLOWING PRESIDENT HO CHI MINH’S IDEOLOGY
Authors: Thi Diep Chu
Published: July 2024

For President Ho Chi Minh, one of the top tasks in building the Party and state is building a team of officials and civil servants. President Ho Chi Minh has set requirements for officials and civil servants to have a comprehensively developed personality in terms of political qualities, ethics, lifestyle, and professional qualifications. The article explains the basic content of President Ho Chi Minh's ideology on civil service ethics and offers some solutions to build civil service ethics for officials and civil servants in Vietnam today.
Pola Peresepan Obat Antihistamin Di Poli Anak Eksekutif RS X Dengan Diagnosa Rhinitis Alergi Periode Juli – September 2023
Authors: Afsyanti Asfyanti , Maulina Devi
Published: July 2024

Antihistamin adalah senyawa yang bertindak sebagai penentang histamin, mengurangi dan menghambat efek histamin dalam tubuh dengan menghalangi reseptor histamin. Rhinitis alergi adalah kondisi peradangan pada membran mukosa hidung yang disebabkan oleh reaksi alergi pada pasien yang sudah sensitif terhadap alergen tertentu, yang dipicu oleh reaksi antara alergen dan antibodi jenis IgE dalam tubuh. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui obat antihistamin yang banyak diresepkan oleh dokter poli anak eksekutif Rumah Sakit X periode Juli - September 2023. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif retrospektif dengan mengumpulkan lalu mencatat resep pasien rawat jalan. Penelitian dengan jumlah 167 resep pasien, didapatkan hasil pola peresepan obat antihistamin di poli anak eksekutif Rumah Sakit X berdasarkan karakteristik jenis kelamin yaitu laki-laki 84 pasien (50,30%) perempuan 83 pasien (49,70%). Berdasarkan karakteristik umur masa balita 0 – 5 tahun 88 pasien (52,70%); masa kanak-kanak 6 – 11 tahun 79 pasien (47,30%). Berdasarkan karakteristik jenis terapi tunggal 139 pasien (83,23%) terapi kombinasi 28 pasien (16,77%). Obat jenis terapi tunggal yang paling banyak digunakan adalah cetirizine dengan nama dagang Ryvel® sirup 54 pasien (38,85%). Obat dengan jenis terapi kombinasi yang paling banyak adalah kombinasi siproheptadin tablet (nama dagang Pronicy®) dan cetirizine tablet (nama dagang Ryvel® ) dengan jumlah 15 pasien (53,57%).
Formulasi Dan Evaluasi Gel Ekstrak Kulit Nanas Madu (Ananas comosus L. Merr) Dengan Variasi Konsentrasi HPMC Sebagai Gelling Agent
Authors: Mersita Meri , Endriyatno Nur Cholis
Published: July 2024

Ekstrak kulit nanas madu (Ananas comosus L. Merr) dengan konsentrasi 9% memiliki aktivitas sebagai antibakteri terhadap Staphylococus aureus karena mengandung senyawa flavonoid, tanin, dan saponin. Bakteri Staphylococus aureus memiliki peran dalam memperparah jerawat pada kulit. Untuk memanfaatkan ekstrak kulit nanas madu maka perlu dilakukan formulasi berupa sediaan gel. Sediaan tersebut dipilih karena merupakan sediaan stabil, bersifat dingin, memiliki sifat yang lunak, lembut, mudah dioleskan, dan tidak meninggalkan  lapisan berminyak pada permukaan kulit. Dalam sediaan gel, gelling agent memiliki peran dalam mempengaruhi karakteristik gel yang terbentuk. Salah satu gelling agent yang sering digunakan  adalah HPMC. Penelitian ini memiliki tujuan untuk memformulasi gel ekstrak kulit nanas madu dan untuk mengetahui pengaruh HPMC pada karakteristik gel yang terbentuk. Jenis penelitian berupa eksperimental, dibuat 3 formula gel dengan variasi konsentrasi HPMC masing-masing sebesar 2%, 4%, dan 6%. Gel dievaluasi dengan beberapa parameter seperti organoleptik, homogenitas, pH, daya sebar, daya lekat, viskositas, iritasi kulit, stabilitas, dan hedonik. Data dianalisis dengan SPSS (trial) One Way Anova dengan taraf kepercayaan 95%. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan penggunaan HPMC sebagai gelling agent berpengaruh pada pH, daya sebar, daya lekat, dan viskositas namun tidak berpengaruh pada uji fisik lainnya. HPMC dengan konsentrasi 4% menghasilkan sediaan dengan evaluasi gel terbaik.
 
ABSTRACTThe extract of honey pineapple peel (Ananas comosus L. Merr) at a concentration of 9% has antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus due to its content of flavonoids, tannins, and saponins. Staphylococcus aureus bacteria play a role in exacerbating acne on the skin. To utilize the honey pineapple peel extract, it is necessary to formulate it into a gel preparation. This form was chosen because it is stable, cooling, soft, smooth, easy to apply, and does not leave an oily layer on the skin surface. In a gel formulation, the gelling agent plays a role in influencing the characteristics of the formed gel. One commonly used gelling agent is HPMC. This study aims to formulate a gel with honey pineapple peel extract and to assess the impact of HPMC on the characteristics of the formed gel. The research is experimental, with three gel formulas formulated using varying concentrations of HPMC: 2%, 4%, and 6%. The gels were evaluated based on several parameters including organoleptic properties, homogeneity, pH, spreadability, adhesion, viscosity, skin irritation, stability, and hedonic testing. Data were analyzed using SPSS (trial) One Way Anova with a confidence level of 95%. The results showed that the use of HPMC as a gelling agent affected pH, spreadability, adhesion, and viscosity but did not affect other physical tests. HPMC at a concentration of 4% produced the best evaluated gel formulation.
Formulasi dan Uji Antioksidan Gel Facial Wash Ekstrak Daun Pegagan (Centella asiatica (L.) Urban) dengan Gelling Agent Carbopol 940
Authors: Saputra Sony Andika , Lailiyah Munifatul , Dia Cynthia Ayu
Published: July 2024

Pada sediaan topikal, antioksidan adalah sebagai pemangsa radikal bebas sekaligus pelindung kulit. Antioksidan alami dari ekstrak daun pegagan (Centella asiatica (L.) Urban) diduga mengandung senyawa flavonoid yang berkhasiat sebagai antioksidan yang tergolong sangat kuat. Selain itu ekstrak daun pegagan juga mengandung senyawa triterpenoid dan fenol yang berpotensi sebagai antioksidan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh penambahan carbopol 940 pada karakteristik dan kandungan antioksidan pada gel facial wash ekstrak daun pegagan. Daun pegagan diekstraksi dengan teknik maserasi menggunakan pelarut etanol 70% kemudian dilakukan skrining fitokimia untuk mengetahui kandungan fitokimia pada ekstrak daun pegagan. Gel facial wash merupakan sediaan topikal yang berguna untuk membersihkan kotoran. Formulasi gel facial wash menggunakan ekstrak daun pegagan 8% dengan variasi konsentrasi gelling agent carbopol 940 1%, 1,5%, dan 2%. Evaluasi sediaan yang dilakukan meliputi uji organoleptis, uji pH, uji viskositas dan uji iritasi.  Pengujian aktivitas antioksidan secara in vitro menggunakan metode DPPH (2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhidrazyl). Hasil penelitian tersebut menunjukkan carbopol 940 berpengaruh pada karakteristik sediaan dan masih memenuhi persyaratan mutu fisik. Nilai IC50 pada gel facial wash formulasi I 92,37 ppm, formulasi II 86,52 ppm, dan formulasi III 78,05 ppm. Dari Nilai IC50 yang didapat diketahui bahwa gel facial wash ekstrak daun pegagan formulasi III yang memiliki aktivitas antioksidan yang paling kuat untuk melawan radikal bebas.
Pituitary Apoplexy Induced by Anticoagulant Therapy in Patient with Acute Coronary Syndrome
Authors: Johan Michael , Pangestu Handry
Published: July 2024

Pituitary apoplexy defined as bleeding or infarct on pituitary gland often occurs in undiagnosed pituitary tumour. Mechanisms thought to trigger pituitary apoplexy are fluctuations in blood pressure, hormonal stimulation of the pituitary gland, coagulation disorders, or vascular disorders. The case is a male, aged 73 years, from India, with complaints of chest pain in the last four hours. Electrocardiography (ECG) and laboratory examination results lead to an acute coronary syndrome (ACS) event. Patients are given fondaparinux, aspirin, and clopidogrel. On the 4th day of hospitalization, the patient experienced a severe headache, projectile vomiting, and double vision. Radiological examination reveals a pituitary tumour with signs of diffuse haemorrhage compressing the optic chiasma, suggesting a pituitary tumour apoplexy. Hormone function tests show a non-functioning pituitary tumour. The blood thinners were discontinued, vitamin K and dexamethasone were given to reduce the patient symptoms. After a few days, the headaches and double vision began to improve. Head MRI showed stable mass of bleeding. Pituitary tumour may be a relative contraindication to dual antiplatelets and anticoagulants in acute coronary syndromes especially in group with renal or liver comorbidities.
Transplantasi Uterus untuk Mengatasi Absolute Uterine Factor Infertility (AUFI) pada Sindrom Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser (MRKH)
Authors: Damanik Lucky Pestauli
Published: July 2024

Infertilitas akibat tidak ada organ uterus atau kemampuan fisiologi uterus disebut absolute uterine factor infertility (AUFI). Salah satu penyebab AUFI adalah sindrom Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser (MRKH), kelainan kongenital uterus tidak atau gagal berkembang tanpa gangguan manifestasi ciri seks sekunder. Satu-satunya terapi infertilitas pada sindrom MRKH yang telah terbukti berhasil adalah transplantasi uterus. Masih terdapat masalah etika dalam pelaksanaan transplantasi uterus terutama mengenai sifat operasi transplantasi uterus yang bukan tindakan menyelamatkan jiwa melainkan hanya meningkatkan kualitas hidup.
Hydrops Fetalis: Etiology and Management
Authors: Dominius Angga
Published: July 2024

Hydrops fetalis (HF) is an abnormal fluid collection in two or more fetal compartments. HF is categorized as immune HF (IHF) and non-immune HF (NIHF). IHF is due to rhesus (Rh) incompatibility and NIHF is due to various pathologies. Management is according to underlying etiologies. Prognosis is determined by early diagnosis with ultrasonography (USG), medical intervention, and appropriate delivery time.
Elmalarda Hasat Sonu Kahverengi Çürüklük Etmeni Monilinia laxa’ ya Karşı Organik ve İnorganik Tuzların Antifungal Etkilerinin Belirlenmesi
Authors: Altındağ Resul , Altınok Hacer Handan , Altınok Mahmut Alper
Published: July 2024

Elmada kahverengi çürüklük hastalığı (Monilinia laxa) hasat öncesi ve hasat sonrası dönemde ekonomik kayıplara neden olabilen fungal hastalıklardan biridir. Bu çalışmada, elmalarda M. laxa hastalık etmenine karşı 10 farklı organik ve inorganik tuzun (sodyum asetat, sodyum karbonat, sodyum bikarbonat, sodyum benzoat, sodyum metabisülfit, amonyum asetat, potasyum sorbat, potasyum karbonat, potasyum bikarbonat ve potasyum benzoat) in vitro denemeler ve koparılmış meyve denemeleri ile kimyasal mücadeleye alternatif olarak etkinlikleri araştırılmıştır. In vitro testlerde sodyum asetat ve amonyum asetat hariç tüm tuzlar %2’lik konsantrasyonda pozitif kontrolle (Captan 50 WP ve Thiram 80 WP) benzer etki göstererek M. laxa’nın miseliyal gelişimi tamamen engellenmiştir. Sodyum metabisülfit, fungusun misel gelişimini en düşük konsantrasyonda (%0,1) tamamen engellemiştir. Toksisite denemelerinde de sodyum metabisülfitin en düşük MIC (Minimum inhibisyon konsantrasyonu) ve MFC (en düşük fungisidal konsantrasyon) değerlerine sahip olduğu belirlenmiştir. M. laxa’ya karşı farklı dozlardaki tüm tuzların tedavi edici etkileri birlikte değerlendirildiğinde, sodyum metabisülfit %0,5, 1,0 ve 2,0’lik konsantrasyonlarda kontrole göre lezyon gelişimini tamamen engelleyen en başarılı tuz olarak saptanmıştır. Sodyum benzoat ise %1,0 ve %2,0’lik konsantrasyonlarda lezyon gelişimini neredeyse tamamen engelleyen başarılı ikinci tuz olarak belirlenmiştir. M. laxa’ya karşı tuzların koruyucu etkileri değerlendirildiğinde, sodyum metabisülfitin %1,0 ve %2,0’lik konsantrasyonlarının kontrol ve diğer tuzlara göre elma meyvesi üzerinde lezyon gelişimini tamamen engelleyen en etkili tuz olduğu saptanmıştır. Aynı tuzun %0,5’lik konsantrasyonlarının da meyve enfeksiyonunu oldukça başarılı bir şekilde engellediği değerlendirilmiştir Sodyum benzoat ve potasyum benzoat %2’lik konsantrasyonları da miseliyal gelişimi engellemede başarılı bulunmuştur. Bu çalışmada, elmada M. laxa hastalık etmeninin depo koşullarında kontrolünde, organik ve inorganik tuzların kullanımına yönelik umut verici sonuçlar elde edilmiştir.
Unmasking Illegitimate Task Assignment: Exploring Its Impact on Employee Well-being and the Role of Information Management Systems in HR
Authors: Wang Weining
Published: July 2024

This research aims to explore the direct relationship between the illegitimate task assignment and employee well-being. The relationship between the variables illegitimate task assignment and HR information management systems was also explored in this research. Moreover, this research also aims to explore the mediating role of HR information management systems among the proposed direct relationship of this research. To achieve the aim of this research the data was collected from the 319 employees of 13 software companies in Hunan Province, China. This research findings reveal a significant impact of illegitimate task assignment on employee well-being, mirroring the stress, job discontent, and heightened burnout documented in previous studies. HR information systems were discovered to both mediate and moderate the relationship, mitigating the negative effects of illegitimate work assignments. When properly overseen, these systems provide employees with valuable tools to deal with work-related difficulties. This study utilizes the Job Demand-Resource (JD-R) model to enhance comprehension of organizational dynamics and provide practical guidance for firms seeking to promote employee well-being in the modern workplace.
Impacto de los usos del suelo y otros parámetros sobre la presencia de microplásticos en el suelo y en el agua subterránea: una revisión crítica
Authors: Andrés-Bercianos Rodrigo , Martínez-Hernández Virtudes , Meffe Raffaella
Published: July 2024

Los microplásticos (MP) constituyen una de las formas de contaminación más omnipresentes en nuestro planeta. Pese a ello, en comparación con los ecosistemas marinos, lagos o ríos, destaca la escasez de estudios que han tratado sobre su presencia en el suelo y en las aguas subterráneas. Con el objetivo de evaluar el impacto de los usos del suelo y otros parámetros sobre la presencia de MP en ambos medios, se han extraído, de la revisión de 41 publicaciones, 56 casos de estudio asociados a suelos y 7 casos a aguas subterráneas. En conjunto, se pone de manifiesto la necesidad de establecer una metodología estandarizada, tanto analítica como de muestreo, con el fin de poder realizar comparaciones rigurosas. Por otra parte, queda patente en la mayor parte de las publicaciones revisadas una relación entre las fuentes de contaminación (puntuales y/o difusas) asociadas a los usos del suelo y la presencia de MP, en base a su cantidad, composición química predominante, color o forma característica según el uso del suelo. Por ello, es fundamental seguir investigando sobre la presencia de MP en suelos asociados a la totalidad de usos, así como diversificar geográficamente su estudio y enfatizarlo en las aguas subterráneas.
Theorising the Idea of Aesthetic Self in Abhinavagupta
Authors: Baghel Virosh Singh
Published: July 2024

The paper examines Abhinavagupta’s concept of rasa, or aesthetic experience, and attempts to theorise the idea of an aesthetic self. According to him, while experiencing a drama (nāṭya), spectators attain a collective state of consciousness when they resonate with the underlying poetic intention and experience generalised emotions (through sādhāraṇīkaraṇa), creating a uniformity (ekaghanatā) among them, de-contextualising them from their personal-causal relations. Subsequently, their consciousness merges into a collective whole, becoming a universal subject that experiences generalised emotions during an aesthetic experience. However, this subject does not attain the status of the universal self because, according to Abhinavagupta, while aesthetic experience (rasāsvāda) resembles spiritual experience (brahmāsvāda) and leads to self-dissolution, it is not a complete dissolution as it remains influenced by the phenomenological realities of life. However, when spectators reach the highest level of aesthetic experience, they relish śānta rasa, where they experience an undifferentiated bliss (ānandaikaghana). This bliss is the natural state of mind, where the enjoyment leads to the sinking of mental activities (cittavṛttis) into the subconscious, resulting in the experience of one’s consciousness or self. Nonetheless, since aesthetic experience does not result in total self-dissolution, the paper argues that although collective consciousness forms a universal subject, an ‘Impersonalised’ dimension of the self remains. This dimension is neither fully detached from the world nor entirely dissolved into the self. The paper concludes that this Impersonalised self, which bears the collective experience of generalised emotions in an aesthetic experience, can be referred to as the ‘aesthetic self.’
Unheard Voices: Navigating Sexual Harassment and Victim-Blaming at Mohammed First University
Authors: Taha Hajar , Elyousfi Redouane
Published: July 2024

Sexual assault in universities has dominated recent headlines, as students across the country are coming together to speak out against a culture of sexual violence many feel is pervading their campuses. However, nobody is aware of exactly how pervasive the sexual demands are in Moroccan universities as victims fail to report the harassment over fears of social shaming. Female students are often hesitant to report sexual harassment and frequently face victim-blaming attitudes, particularly from men in positions of authority. Therefore, this paper aims to elucidate the key theories that interlink to form a pervasive culture of woman-blaming, which contributes to the prevalence of moral decadence. While women are undoubtedly blamed due to sexism and misogyny, this phenomenon is further reinforced by additional factors, such as rape myths and stereotypes, belief in a just world, individualism and collectivism, attribution bias, self-preservation instincts, denial of personal vulnerability, and counterfactual thinking. Moreover, this paper assesses attitudinal constructs hypothesized to be related to victim-blaming as part of a survey on UMP students to examine the reasons why some people tend to blame victims of sexual harassment and how this denial significantly contributes to the promotion of misogyny and sexism.
Navigating the Waters of Pollution: Understanding Distinctive Factors and Solutions for Clean Water Sustainability
Authors: Awad Salah Adeen I , Alwitwat Rajah Miftah Abdullah
Published: July 2024

Water pollution presents a critical challenge to global sustainability, threatening ecosystems and human health alike. This paper explores the intricate factors contributing to water pollution and evaluates viable solutions for ensuring clean water sustainability. Analyzing industrial discharge, agricultural runoff, and urbanization, the research identifies key pollutants and their sources, offering a comprehensive understanding of the current landscape. Through a blend of chemical analysis and case studies, the findings highlight the most pervasive contaminants and their regional variations. The discussion underscores the necessity of integrating technological innovations, policy reforms, and community-driven initiatives to combat pollution effectively. Recommendations emphasize the importance of advanced water treatment methods, stringent regulatory frameworks, and widespread educational efforts to foster community engagement and accountability. By presenting both the challenges and actionable solutions, this study aims to inform and inspire stakeholders at all levels to prioritize and implement measures for a sustainable clean water future.
Calculation the Fast Neutrons Interaction Parameters for Several Carbohydrates
Authors: Abdullah Kalyan Hama Salih , Mahmod Sabah A
Published: July 2024

The investigation of fast neutron removal cross section ∑R and mean free path have been studied in this work for some carbohydrates which affected on the living cells. The carbohydrates included (Arabinose, Ribose, Glucose, Mannose, Fructose, Maltose, Sucrose, Lactose, Lactose monohydrate, Melezitose and Raffinose) have different densities so, they have different removal cross section. The study was implemented by the mass removal cross section ∑R/ρ data for carbohydrate composition. ∑R and ∑R/ρ have been calculated by using empirical equations program with python 3.10.11 language for all carbohydrates. The calculation results, show that Ribose has the minimum value removal cross section, while Fructose has the maximum value of removal cross section, and all the results are in reasonable corresponding.
Measuring The Impact of Water Scarcity on Agricultural Economic Development in Iraq
Authors: Ali Eskander H. , Bulqader Muna A , Baker Yusrah T
Published: July 2024

Water provision is sensitive to climate change, and agricultural production and food supply are sensitive to water availability. Water scarcity affects food security and agricultural economic development through changes in agricultural production and changes in the composition of produced goods. Recent droughts also led to a decrease in the volume of water allocated to agriculture, which led to a decrease in total agricultural production and exports, and this has subsequent impacts on food security and economic development. The research aimed to measure the impact of water scarcity on agricultural economic development for the period 1990-2022. The research included three behavioral equations with three endogenous variables: the cultivated area, the value of agricultural output, and the value of gross domestic product, and four exogenous variables: the amount of available water, agricultural labor, and the value of agricultural investments and the income of other sectors, the studied model is called the sequential model, which was estimated using the Recursive method, using the ordinary least squares (OLS) method. The results indicated that increasing the amount of available water will lead to an increase in the cultivated areas by 141,129.2 dunums, and that increasing one thousand dunums of the cultivated area will increase agricultural output by 0.00821, and that agricultural labor is inversely proportional to agricultural output. It became clear that if the income of the rest of the sectors increased by one unit, the domestic product would increase by 0.1873. Water scarcity will reduce cultivated areas, which in turn will decrease agricultural output, causing the value of agricultural output to decrease and its contribution to the gross domestic product to decrease. In turn, it will have serious repercussions on agricultural economic development. Therefore, the research recommends the necessity of integrated water management and improving the efficiency of its use, as well as the application of modern technologies in agriculture, such as sprinkler irrigation, hydroponics, and redrawing crop compositions to ensure maximizing the net return per unit of water.