bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Bioprospecção de extratos vegetais sobre a cochonilha Antecerococcus parahybensis (Hempel, 1927) (Hemiptera: Cerococcidae), fitopatógena do cafê Coffea arabica L. (Gentianales: Rubiaceae)
Authors: Silva Raissa Fernandes Santos da , Silva Renata Santos da , Medeiros Marcos Barros , Santos Joseliane Fernandes Miguel dos , Araújo Luís Felipe de , Silva Adelmo Ferreira da
Published: November 2024

Desde o final do s�culo XVIII o cultivo do caf� Coffea arabica L. (Gentianales: Rubiaceae) tem import�ncia hist�rica, econ�mica e cultural profunda para o Brasil, sendo um dos principais motores do desenvolvimento do pa�s, desempenhando um papel central na economia e ajudando a definir a estrutura de v�rias regi�es brasileiras. No Brejo Paraibano, a cafeicultura teve seu in�cio a partir da segunda metade do s�culo XIX at� in�cio do s�culo XX, sendo o caf� cultivado em munic�pios como Alagoa Nova, Areia, Bananeiras e Serraria. Associada ao cultivo do caf�, a cochonilha-vermelha Antecerococcus parahybensis (Hempel, 1927) (Hemiptera: Cerococcidae), tornou-se um fitopat�geno que vem infestando os cafezais, provocando preju�zos incalcul�veis para a safra cafeeira. Assim, esta pesquisa tem como objetivo avaliar o potencial de a��o e da efici�ncia de tinturas vegetais do caju Anacardium occidentale L. (Sapindales: Anacardiaceae), do crajiru Arrabidaea chica (Humb. & Bonpl.) B. Verl. (Lamiales: Bignoniaceae), do cr�ton Codiaeum variegatum (L.) A. Juss. (Malpighiales: Euphorbiaceae) e do alho Allium sativum L. (Asparagales: Amaryllidaceae), sobre popula��o da cochonilha vermelha em plantas de caf� no Brejo Paraibano. Com este intento, as plantas de caf� foram pulverizadas com os seguintes tratamentos: Tratamento 1 - Tintura de caju 100 mL + Detergente 10 mL + �gua 900 mL; Tratamento 2 - Tintura de crajiru 100 mL + 3 mL de detergente + 900 mL de �gua; Tratamento 3- Tintura de cr�ton 100 mL + 3 mL de detergente + 900 mL de �gua; Tratamento 4- Tintura de alho 100 mL + Detergente 10 mL + �gua 900 mL; Tratamento (controle) -Detergente neutro 10 mL + 990 mL de �gua, e quantificados a densidade de insetos vivos num trecho pr�-estabelecido (30 cm) no caule, em 10 plantas aleat�rias/tratamento, imediatamente antes da pulveriza��o e, posteriormente, a cada sete dias ap�s a aplica��o, por meio de vistoria, com o aux�lio de uma lupa manual para a identifica��o de insetos. As tinturas do caju e do croton, aos 7 e 14 dias ap�s a pulveriza��o, apresentaram maior potencial de efici�ncia no controle localizado da cochonilha-vermelha, enquanto que atintura do alho resultou em maior efici�ncia no controle desta cochonilha, alcan�ando 24,3% de efic�cia (P < 0,05) ap�s sete dias da pulveriza��o. A tintura do crajiru foi a menos eficiente. Novos testes explorat�rios em diferentes formula��es e concentra��es s�o necess�rios para estimar as curvas de dose-resposta para a determina��o das doses mais eficazes de cada extrato vegetal de alho.
PREVALENCE OF PENETRATING TRAUMA IN EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT FACULTY OF MEDICINE, SUEZ CANAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Authors:   Emergency Department, Faculty of Medicine, Suez Canal University., Mohamed Abdelhamied Naglaa , alaqqad Mohamed ,   Hatta hospital, Dubai Health., Hassan Mancy Hassan Yussef Hossam ,   Emergency Department, Hatta Hospital, Dubai Health., Abdallah Elsayed Ahmed Zied Elsayed ,   Emergency Department, Hatta Hospital, Dubai Health., Abouelfetouh Abouelfetouh Elshakawi Mohamed ,   Emergency Department, Hatta Hospital, Dubai Health.
Published: November 2024

Aim of the work: To assesses the Prevalence of penetrating trauma in Emergency Department. Faculty of Medicine, Suez Canal University Hospital. Introduction:Trauma is an injury to human tissues and organs that result from transfer of energy from environment. Injuries are caused by some form of energy that beyond bodys resilience and tolerate. Trauma is the third highest cause of death in all age group in the developed world and the first cause of death in those persons between 1-44 years old. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), by the year 2020, trauma will be the leading cause of years of life lost in both developed and developing countries. With road traffic injuries, violence, and falls account for the primary mechanisms of injury. Where it was found that there is a decrease in the mortality rate of multiple trauma patients over the past two decades (1972Ã¢Â€Â“1991), but does not mention potential causes. However, many reports (2000Ã¢Â€Â“2005) appear to confirm these improved mortality rates. Patient and Method:Descriptive observationstudy.From the period 1/1/2012 to 1/4/2013 included 282 Polytraumatized adult patients with injury to several physical regions or organ systems, where at least one injury or the combination of several injuries are life threatening with the severity of injury being equal or above 16 on the scale of the Injury Severity Score (ISS) attended to the Emergency Department (ED) of the Suez Canal university Hospital. The study excluded: 1- Patients transferred from other hospitals after performing any medical or surgical procedure 2- Patient who died on arrival before initial assessment. 3- Burn patients. 4- Patients discharge on his demand, transferred to other hospitals or escaped. 5- Patients with ISS 16 or more with single body region trauma. 6- Patients with two or more body regions trauma with ISS less than 16. Results:In our study, out of 282 patients 228 were discharge alive, while 39 patients died (13.83%). 30.85% of patients had penetrating trauma in which 20.92% were Firearm injuries, and 9.93% were due to stab injuries, with overall mortality of penetrating trauma of 10.3%. Conclusion:According to our results we have an increase in the prevalence of penetrating trauma in general and in firearm injuries in specific in the last few years, and an increase in the mortality rates among Polytraumatized patients.
DRIVING AND EPILEPSY: EXPERIENCE FROM TAIF CITY-SAUDI ARABIA
Authors:   Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, Taif University, Taif 21944 , Saudi Arabia, Neurology Consultant, Alhada Armed Forces Hospital, Taif, Saudi Arabia., Edah Alomairi Naif
Published: November 2024

Background: As driving is a complex motor cognitive issue, it requires that drivers possess coordination, attention, judgment as well as skill. Unfortunately, themajority of epileptic patients in Saudi Arabia have driving licenses and drive their cars thus, they are more vulnerable to therisks of motor vehicle accidents. Objective: To estimate the rate of car driving and define the reasons for driving among epileptic patients. Patients and Methods: A telephone interview cross-sectional study was carried out among a sample of adult epileptic patients registered at the Neurology Clinicat Alhada Armed Forces Hospital, Taif City, throughout the period January 1st, 2021 and May 31st, 2024 and fulfilling that they were diagnosed with epilepsy forat least 6 months. Data were collected through a questionnaire including socio-demographic characteristics of the patients, epilepsy-related characteristics and details of driving history. Results: A total of 110 epileptic patients participated in the study. Most of them (62.7%) were females. Patients aged between 18 and 30 years accounted for 41.9% of the participants. Approximately, a quarter of patients (24.7%) reported a history of driving a car. Out of them, 92.6% had driving licenses, and 11.1% were prevented by police from driving because of their health status. The most frequently reported reason for driving, despite their health status, was the absence of suitable transportation at a percentage of (55.6%), followed by a lack of community support (22%) and family support(14.8%). Logistic regression analysis showed that as compared to males, female patients were less likely to drive (aOR=0.06 95% CI: 0.01-0.21, p<0.001). Considering illiterate patients as a reference category, patients with a secondary school level of education were more likely to drive a car (aOR=13.02 95% CI: 1.04-162.15, p=0.046). As opposed to unemployedpatients, employed patients were more likely to drive (aOR=9.30 95% CI: 1.86-46.49, p=0.007). Conclusion: A considerable proportion of epileptic patients reported a history of driving a car and hadadriving license. A small proportion of those patients have been restricted from driving by police. The main reasons for driving, despite health status among epileptic patients, were theabsence of suitable transportationand lack of community as well as family support.
APPLICATION OF GOAL PROGRAMMING APPROACH FOR RUBBER MADE FURNITURE SPECIALLY WOOD DOOR MANUFACTURING FACTORY IN TRIPURA: A COMPARATIVE STUDY
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics, Ambedkar College, Fatikroy, Tripura, India-799290., Nandi Manish
Published: November 2024

Rubber plantation requires re-planting after 31-35 years when latex collection becomes uneconomical. For commercial utilization and value addition to rubber logs felled during re-plantation, processing of Rubber Timber is vital otherwise, there is no timber value. Restriction on the use of forest timber inspired the establishment of the Rubber Wood manufacturing unit. The carpentry unit plays an important role in popularizing the use of eco-friendly Rubber wood in the country. Making of doors from solid rubber wood and treated timber has good market in the country as plenty of houses are being built in the country. Additionally, Rubber Wood Door has enormous export potential. Sen and Nandi (2012) developed a mathematical model in their paper. In this paper, I consider four cases that change the basic structure of the model, and a comparative study is conducted.
ROLE OF USG IN EARLY DETECTION AND PREDICTING SEVERITY OF DENGUE INFECTION
Authors:   Department of Radiodiagnosis M R Medical College Kalaburgi., Kote Shivanand , Goudara Shivaprasad ,   Department of Radiodiagnosis M R Medical College Kalaburgi.
Published: November 2024

Background: Early detection and severity assessment are crucial for managing dengue fever. Ultrasound (USG) imaging can help identify key features such as capillary leakage and organ involvement, aiding in diagnosis and prognosis. Aims: To correlate ultrasound findings with the severity of dengue infection. To evaluate USGs sensitivity in detecting early capillary leakage and its prognostic value. Methods: The study involved 66 patients (40 males, 26 females aged 12-70) with serologically confirmed dengue, observed from August 2022 to October 2023. USG was performed within 3 days of fever onset and again after 1 week. Results: Day 1-3: Gallbladder wall thickening (60.6%) and pericholecystic fluid were common. Pleural effusion (34.8%) was observed in milder cases. Day 7: Gallbladder wall thickening persisted in 89.4%. New findings included ascites (24.2%), bilateral pleural effusion (31.8%), and pericardial effusion (9.1%). Severe cases showed hepatomegaly and splenomegaly. Conclusion: USG is a valuable tool for early detection and severity assessment of dengue fever. Key findings like gallbladder wall thickening and pleural effusion can help predict disease severity and guide clinical management.
Selected topics of the 27th IPVS Congress in Leipzig. The impact of changes in swine production and globalization of pig trade on the appearence and spread of transboundary diseases.
Authors: PEJSAK ZYGMUNT , WOŹNIAKOWSKI GRZEGORZ
Published: November 2024

Between June 4 and 7 2024, the 27th Congress of the International Pig Veterinary Society (IPVS) took place in Leipzig, Germany. The meeting took place in a modern congress center located on the outskirts of this historic Saxon city with a history of more than a thousand years. Polish practitioners and scientists involved in the field of swine diseases have been participating in IPVS congresses since the beginning. Our delegation is usually one of the most numerous. In Leipzig, the IPVS congress was held for the first time simultaneously with the 15th European Symposium of Porcine Health Management (ESPHM), which has been organized for many years by the European College of Pig Health Management (ECPHM). Hence, IPVS&ESPHM affiliations appear in all materials related to the congress. During the congress, 1,035 reports were presented in oral or poster form. Plenary lectures were of particular interest. The 17 lectures were presented by internationally recognized scientists and practitioners invited by the organizers. Analyzing the subject matter of the papers submitted to the congress, it can be concluded that the most important topics over the last two years have been viral diseases of pigs, including circovirus infections, PRRS, and ASF. Scientists predict that, due to climate change, at least 15,000 viruses will move between different mammalian species in the next 50 years. Human mortality from zoonoses is projected to increase 12-fold between now and 2050.
The Impact of Using DME as a Substitute for LPG in Indonesian Economy
Authors: Setiya Banu , Hartono Djoni
Published: November 2024

AbstractIn order to reduce the import ratio and high budget needs for energy subsidies, the government of Indonesia is currently developing DME production to replace LPG as fuel in cooking activities. From various previous studies, the policy of using DME not only requires a relatively expensive cost but also has the potential to disrupt health and endanger environmental sustainability due to the use of large amounts of fossil energy from coal. This study aims to examine the impacts of DME policy on the Indonesian economy using the CGE method, 2019 SAM data and two forms of shocks: (i) Decreasing LPG imports and (ii) Reallocating the subsidies budget. DME will have a positive impact on the economy, trigger growth in the productivity of various sectors and encourage employment, but only in the short run. The results of the study in the long run show negative implications even though the percentages are relatively low and not significant. Keywords: CGE, DME, Energy Subsidies, Import, LPG
Benefits and Risks of AI in Health Care: Narrative Review
Authors: Chustecki Margaret
Published: November 2024

Background

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into health care has the potential to transform the industry, but it also raises ethical, regulatory, and safety concerns. This review paper provides an in-depth examination of the benefits and risks associated with AI in health care, with a focus on issues like biases, transparency, data privacy, and safety.

Objective

This study aims to evaluate the advantages and drawbacks of incorporating AI in health care. This assessment centers on the potential biases in AI algorithms, transparency challenges, data privacy issues, and safety risks in health care settings.

Methods

Studies included in this review were selected based on their relevance to AI applications in health care, focusing on ethical, regulatory, and safety considerations. Inclusion criteria encompassed peer-reviewed articles, reviews, and relevant research papers published in English. Exclusion criteria included non–peer-reviewed articles, editorials, and studies not directly related to AI in health care. A comprehensive literature search was conducted across 8 databases: OVID MEDLINE, OVID Embase, OVID PsycINFO, EBSCO CINAHL Plus with Full Text, ProQuest Sociological Abstracts, ProQuest Philosopher’s Index, ProQuest Advanced Technologies & Aerospace, and Wiley Cochrane Library. The search was last updated on June 23, 2023. Results were synthesized using qualitative methods to identify key themes and findings related to the benefits and risks of AI in health care.

Results

The literature search yielded 8796 articles. After removing duplicates and applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 44 studies were included in the qualitative synthesis. This review highlights the significant promise that AI holds in health care, such as enhancing health care delivery by providing more accurate diagnoses, personalized treatment plans, and efficient resource allocation. However, persistent concerns remain, including biases ingrained in AI algorithms, a lack of transparency in decision-making, potential compromises of patient data privacy, and safety risks associated with AI implementation in clinical settings.

Conclusions

In conclusion, while AI presents the opportunity for a health care revolution, it is imperative to address the ethical, regulatory, and safety challenges linked to its integration. Proactive measures are required to ensure that AI technologies are developed and deployed responsibly, striking a balance between innovation and the safeguarding of patient well-being.
Benefits and Risks of AI in Health Care: Narrative Review (Preprint)
Authors: Chustecki Margaret
Published: November 2024

BACKGROUND

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into health care has the potential to transform the industry, but it also raises ethical, regulatory, and safety concerns. This review paper provides an in-depth examination of the benefits and risks associated with AI in health care, with a focus on issues like biases, transparency, data privacy, and safety.

OBJECTIVE

This study aims to evaluate the advantages and drawbacks of incorporating AI in health care. This assessment centers on the potential biases in AI algorithms, transparency challenges, data privacy issues, and safety risks in health care settings.

METHODS

Studies included in this review were selected based on their relevance to AI applications in health care, focusing on ethical, regulatory, and safety considerations. Inclusion criteria encompassed peer-reviewed articles, reviews, and relevant research papers published in English. Exclusion criteria included non–peer-reviewed articles, editorials, and studies not directly related to AI in health care. A comprehensive literature search was conducted across 8 databases: OVID MEDLINE, OVID Embase, OVID PsycINFO, EBSCO CINAHL Plus with Full Text, ProQuest Sociological Abstracts, ProQuest Philosopher’s Index, ProQuest Advanced Technologies & Aerospace, and Wiley Cochrane Library. The search was last updated on June 23, 2023. Results were synthesized using qualitative methods to identify key themes and findings related to the benefits and risks of AI in health care.

RESULTS

The literature search yielded 8796 articles. After removing duplicates and applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 44 studies were included in the qualitative synthesis. This review highlights the significant promise that AI holds in health care, such as enhancing health care delivery by providing more accurate diagnoses, personalized treatment plans, and efficient resource allocation. However, persistent concerns remain, including biases ingrained in AI algorithms, a lack of transparency in decision-making, potential compromises of patient data privacy, and safety risks associated with AI implementation in clinical settings.

CONCLUSIONS

In conclusion, while AI presents the opportunity for a health care revolution, it is imperative to address the ethical, regulatory, and safety challenges linked to its integration. Proactive measures are required to ensure that AI technologies are developed and deployed responsibly, striking a balance between innovation and the safeguarding of patient well-being.
Accuracy of Machine Learning in Discriminating Kawasaki Disease and Other Febrile Illnesses: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (Preprint)
Authors: Zhu Jinpu , Yang Fushuang , Wang Yang , Wang Zhongtian , Xiao Yao , Wang Lie , Sun Liping
Published: November 2024

BACKGROUND

Kawasaki disease (KD) is an acute pediatric vasculitis that can lead to coronary artery aneurysms and severe cardiovascular complications, often presenting with obvious fever in the early stages. In current clinical practice, distinguishing KD from other febrile illnesses remains a significant challenge. In recent years, some researchers have explored the potential of machine learning (ML) methods for the differential diagnosis of KD versus other febrile illnesses, as well as for predicting coronary artery lesions (CALs) in people with KD. However, there is still a lack of systematic evidence to validate their effectiveness. Therefore, we have conducted the first systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate the accuracy of ML in differentiating KD from other febrile illnesses and in predicting CALs in people with KD, so as to provide evidence-based support for the application of ML in the diagnosis and treatment of KD.

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to summarize the accuracy of ML in differentiating KD from other febrile illnesses and predicting CALs in people with KD.

METHODS

PubMed, Cochrane Library, Embase, and Web of Science were systematically searched until September 26, 2023. The risk of bias in the included original studies was appraised using the Prediction Model Risk of Bias Assessment Tool (PROBAST). Stata (version 15.0; StataCorp) was used for the statistical analysis.

RESULTS

A total of 29 studies were incorporated. Of them, 20 used ML to differentiate KD from other febrile illnesses. These studies involved a total of 103,882 participants, including 12,541 people with KD. In the validation set, the pooled concordance index, sensitivity, and specificity were 0.898 (95% CI 0.874-0.922), 0.91 (95% CI 0.83-0.95), and 0.86 (95% CI 0.80-0.90), respectively. Meanwhile, 9 studies used ML for early prediction of the risk of CALs in children with KD. These studies involved a total of 6503 people with KD, of whom 986 had CALs. The pooled concordance index in the validation set was 0.787 (95% CI 0.738-0.835).

CONCLUSIONS

The diagnostic and predictive factors used in the studies we included were primarily derived from common clinical data. The ML models constructed based on these clinical data demonstrated promising effectiveness in differentiating KD from other febrile illnesses and in predicting coronary artery lesions. Therefore, in future research, we can explore the use of ML methods to identify more efficient predictors and develop tools that can be applied on a broader scale for the differentiation of KD and the prediction of CALs.
Institucionalidad y gobernanza para el desarrollo sostenible local de la Región de Antofagasta
Authors: González-Pizarro José Antonio , Ponce-Philimon Paulina , Páez-Cortés Juan
Published: November 2024

Factores fundamentales en el desarrollo sostenible local lo constituyen la estructura de su institucionalidad, su gravitación en la toma de decisiones y, por cierto, la fisonomía de su gobernanza. Cuando la temática se centra en la Región de Antofagasta, es dable estimar que estamos en presencia de un territorio que se ha forjado en su habitabilidad en relación directa con la minería. Y ella no solo ha constituido el soporte fiscal del país por décadas, sino que debe conjugar, en la actualidad, el factor de la globalización y de los diversos elementos que estructuran el desarrollo sostenible local. Tanto desde la perspectiva del gobierno central, por constituir la minería un actor multinacional, como desde el enfoque regional y local, los actores que hacen factible la institucionalidad y gobernanza son los actores públicos. Estos deben conciliar los intereses de sus comunidades, como el medio ambiente y la calidad de vida, con los actores privados, nacionales y extranjeros. Estos últimos están vinculados con grandes corporaciones que tienen incorporados los ODS desde sus matrices. Ahora se debe hacer confluir el desarrollo minero, superando el mero extractivismo y teniendo la RSC como horizonte empresarial y los ODS en su dimensión territorial local.
Sostenibilidad y recurso hídrico en la Región de Antofagasta
Authors: Urrutia-Meza Javiera , Salgado-Álvarez Ximena , Pozo-Morales Natalia
Published: November 2024

El capítulo explora la gestión y sostenibilidad de los recursos hídricos en la Región de Antofagasta, territorio caracterizado por su extrema aridez y la presencia de acuíferos subterráneos de recarga muy limitada. La región depende en gran medida del uso de aguas subterráneas no renovables y de la desalinización para abastecer a la población y a las industrias, especialmente a la minera. Se analiza cómo la aplicación de los indicadores del Objetivo de Desarrollo Sostenible 6 (ODS 6) enfrenta desafíos significativos en este entorno particular, dada la alta presión ejercida sobre las fuentes hídricas por el crecimiento de la actividad minera y la escasa recarga de los acuíferos. Además, el capítulo presenta las principales iniciativas para fortalecer la sostenibilidad del recurso, como la implementación de plantas desalinizadoras y la modernización de los Sistemas de Agua Potable Rural (APR), a fin de garantizar un acceso equitativo y sostenible al agua en comunidades urbanas y rurales.
Conclusiones y recomendaciones
Authors: Rodríguez-Salas Cristian
Published: November 2024

Las conclusiones del libro ¿Cómo hacer sostenible el desarrollo? Perspectivas Territoriales de los ODS 2030 en la Región de Antofagasta analizan el reto de adaptar indicadores y metas globales a una escala local, en una región marcada por la necesidad de equilibrar el crecimiento económico impulsado por la minería con las dimensiones sociales y ambientales. El texto adopta un enfoque de complementariedad e integración de indicadores, proponiendo un modelo que articula estos objetivos con las realidades territoriales y socioeconómicas de Antofagasta. Uno de los principales desafíos que aborda es la gobernanza regional, señalando la urgencia de fortalecer la institucionalidad subnacional para coordinar exitosamente políticas que promuevan un desarrollo sostenible. La metodología mixta utilizada, combinando análisis cualitativos y cuantitativos, permite evaluar cómo los ODS están siendo integrados en la escala territorial. Los objetivos del texto se centran en destacar estrategias que impulsen la innovación, la diversificación económica y la equidad social, haciendo énfasis en temas clave, como la equidad de género, la inclusión de la población migrante y la transición hacia una economía verde. En resumen, el texto ofrece una guía que no solo diagnostica los desafíos de la región, sino que también proporciona soluciones viables para un desarrollo sostenible a largo plazo, ofreciendo un modelo replicable para otras regiones con desafíos similares.
Commodity Prediction: ML-Based Commodity Suggestion
Authors: Deokar Anuradha
Published: November 2024

The increasing unpredictability of climate conditions and the dynamic nature of global markets pose significant challenges to traditional agricultural practices. This study aims to develop a predictive model using machine learning and artificial intelligence to assist farmers in selecting profitable exotic crops. The model focuses on optimizing agricultural profitability by analyzing key factors such as weather conditions and region. Through the use of data-driven techniques, including a suggestion matrix and confusion matrix for recommendation, the model predicts the most suitable crops for specific regions. To ensure robust predictions, the pre-processing steps address critical issues such as missing values, outlier detection due to inconsistencies in state-scrapped data, and normalization to align with seasonal and harvesting cycles. Reliable weather data sources are also integrated to account for variance in climate conditions, which directly impacts crop yield. The proposed model, validated across various scenarios, aims to enhance agricultural efficiency by providing farmers with actionable insights, ultimately leading to higher yields and increased income through the cultivation of less-known, high-demand crops. This paper discusses the data pre-processing techniques, model validation strategies, and the practical implementation of machine learning algorithms in the agricultural sector, contributing to the advancement of smart farming practices.
Development of interactive e-modules with stem approach using canva application to improve students' critical thinking ability in physics learning
Authors: Yunita Yunita , Diani Rahma , Noperi Hendri , Velina Yessy
Published: November 2024

This study aims to determine the feasibility,  response, and improvement of students' critical thinking skills towards learning using e-modules. This type of research is development research using Sugiyono's development model with 10 stages, namely potential and problems, data collection, product design, design validation, design revision, product trials, product revisions, usage trials, final product revisions, and mass production. The research was conducted at SMPN 6 Krui and MTsN 2 Lampung Tengah, with the research subjects being 88 students in class VIII. The instruments used in this study were validation sheets, student response questionnaire sheets and critical thinking ability tests. Based on the results of the study, the validation results of interactive e-modules with the STEM approach from material experts amounted to 92% and media experts amounted to 90% with the category very feasible to use in learning. The response of students to the attractiveness of the e-module in the field trial was 90% and the educator was 89% with a very interesting category. The results of improving students' critical thinking skills obtained N-gain 0.71 including the high category. Thus the e-module developed is categorized as feasible to use as an alternative physics teaching material
Development of an integrated statistics pocket book on culture and Islamic value
Authors: Asma Andi , Kadir Kadir , Arhanuddin Arhanuddin , Tahir Muhammad
Published: November 2024

This research discusses the development of a statistical pocketbook integrated with Islamic values and culture to enhance students' understanding and appreciation of statistics within a cultural and religious context. This research aims to develop a statistical pocket book that meets valid criteria. This research uses the Research and Development (R&D) method. The development model used is ADDIE which consists of 5 development stages, namely: (1) analysis stage, (2) design stage, (3) development stage, (4) implementation stage, (5) evaluation stage. However, this development research only uses four stages, namely (1) analysis, (2) design, (3) development and evaluation. This research was conducted at FTIK IAIN Manado. Data collection was carried out using questionnaires and tests. Instruments were a marketing/content expert validation sheet and a media/design expert questionnaire validation sheet. Based on the results of the questionnaire analysis, the results obtained were that the statistics pocket book integrated with Islamic values and culture met the valid criteria for use in statistics learning, seen from the assessment results for validation by content/material experts (85%) with very valid categories and media/design experts (91 %) is also in the very valid category, the average percentage of the practicality test is 91% in the very practical category. So, the Statistics pocketbook that has been developed is valid and practical for use in learning because it is integrated with Islamic values and culture.
Augmented reality based android application for introduction of pneumatic hydraulic components
Authors: Hatmojo Yuwono Indro , Panjaitan Christin Elisabet , Azis Satria Muhammad , Al Hakim Vando Gusti , Ratnawati Dwi
Published: November 2024

This study focuses on the utilization of augmented reality (AR) to enable comprehensive visualization of objects. Its primary objective is to develop and evaluate an AR application as a medium for introducing pneumatic hydraulic components. The research method employs a development research approach, following the assessment, design, development, implementation, and evaluation steps proposed by Lee and Owens. The feasibility of the product is determined through various assessments, including black box testing, validation by media experts, validation by content experts, and evaluation of initial user response. The outcome of this study is application software incorporating AR technology for the purpose of introducing pneumatic hydraulic components, along with a corresponding workbook. Whereas the application is compatible with the Android operating system and utilizes QR codes as markers for augmented reality objects, which are conveniently included within the workbook. Performance testing reveals that all application functions perform exceptionally well according to black box testing. Furthermore, the content expert feasibility assessment yields results categorized as “Good,” while both the media expert feasibility and initial user response tests indicate “Very Good” outcomes.
Role playing as contextual learning to improve mathematical communication skills of madrasah ibtidaiyah students
Authors: Hasanah Wirdatul , Dewanti Sintha Sih , Listriyah Listriyah
Published: November 2024

Among the efforts to improve Mathematical Communication Skills (MCS) is to innovate learning models. This research aims to develop contextual role-playing learning products to improve Madrasah Ibtidaiyah (MI/ primary school) students’ MCS on valid and practical fraction material. The research and development (R&D) model of Define, Design, Development, and Dissemination (4D) was employed. The research subjects were second graders at MI Tahfidz El Muna Q, totaling 28 students. The instruments included validation guidelines, practicality guidelines, and MCS tests. Product effectiveness is tested using N-Gain. The results showed that the number of students completing the MCS after contextual role-playing learning was 89.28%, which is in the high category. The average N-Gain value obtained was 0.79, which is also in the high category. These findings show that contextual role-playing learning can potentially improve MI students’ MCS, especially in fraction material.
Development of a digital canva-based interactive e-module by using geogebra for high school statistics material
Authors: Rizkiani Nidya , Jumroh Jumroh , Lusiana Lusiana , Vucelja Stevan , Uriszar Ibon Mugica
Published: November 2024

The Merdeka Curriculum has an up-to-date flow of learning objectives in statistics material, especially data presentation. However, most students still need help presenting data because teaching materials at school only use printed books. This research aims to produce digital-based interactive e-module development products using the application Canva-assisted Geogebra in high school statistics material that meets the criteria of being valid, practical, and having potential effects. The research method used is R & D (research and development). The development model in this research refers to the ADDIE model, which consists of stages of analysis (analysis), level design (plan), level of development (development), level implementation (implementation), and stage evaluation (evaluation). The trial was conducted on 41 class XI students at SMA Negeri 11 Palembang. Data was obtained from validation questionnaires for validity, student response questionnaires for practicality, and student learning outcomes tests to see potential effects. The results of the research obtained that Canvas digital interactive e-module product assisted by Geogebra on high school statistics material was categorized as very valid (88.04%), efficient (90.26%), and had an effect which was categorized as good (86.81%). The results of this development should be used as teaching materials and learning media in presenting statistical material, especially the scatter diagram sub-material data. It is hoped that teachers can apply the results of this research in presenting statistical material in class, especially the scatter diagram sub-material.
Developing assemblr edu to improve elementary school students’ explanatory text writing
Authors: Ayu Sartika , Fatayan Arum
Published: November 2024

All Indonesians normally master Bahasa Indonesia (BI), but Indonesia’s elementary school students’ learning outcomes for writing explanatory texts in BI are low. This research aims to develop the feasibility of Assemblr Edu in improving students’ ability to write explanatory texts in BI for fifth graders. The research and development (R&D) method with the ADDIE approach was employed. The participants were 30 fifth graders who underwent trial, and series of data collection including observation, interviews, questionnaires, and documentation. The obtained data were analysed quantitatively and qualitatively. The results show that Assemblr Edu is suitable for development at 95% per cent feasibility. The media was also proven to improve students’ ability to write explanatory text.
KÜLTÜREL MİRAS BİLİNCİ KAZANIMIYLA İLGİLİ MÜZE EĞİTİMİ DERSİ ÜZERİNE BİR DURUM ÇALIŞMASI
Authors: Aydoğan Yeşim , Toprak Mustafa
Published: November 2024

Kültürel miras, geçmiş toplumların ilim, sanat ve kültürleri hakkında bilgi veren son derece öneme sahip olan kanıtlar bütünüdür. Bu kanıtların, kültürel özelliklerini kaybetmeden sağlıklı bir şekilde korunarak muhafaza edilmesi ve geleceğe aktarılarak sürekliliklerinin sağlanması, ancak toplumların kültürel miras bilinci kazanımıyla mümkün olacaktır. Kültürel mirası sergileyen ve korunmasını sağlayan müzeler, kültürel miras bilincinin oluşması için de çok sayıda programlar ve projeler gerçekleştirmektedir. Eğitim kurumlarının müzelerle gönüllülüğe dayanan projeleri, daha sonra eğitim kurumlarının ders müfredatına dâhil edilerek resmi bir durum kazanmaktadır. Bu araştırma, müze eğitimi dersi alan Resim Bölümü 4. sınıf öğrencilerinin katılımıyla yürütülmüştür. Araştırmada, Müze Eğitimi Dersi [MED] kapsamında kültürel miras bilinci kazanımına ilişkin amaçlar belirlenmiştir. Nitel araştırma yaklaşımı perspektifinde durum çalışması deseni uygulanan bu araştırmada, 4 ana temaya ve onların oluşturduğu 20 alt temaya ulaşılmıştır.
Araştırmada bulgular kapsamında; öğrencilerin MED’de işlenen, daha önce deneyimlemiş oldukları, tanık oldukları ya da kendi yaşamlarıyla ilişki kurdukları vb. gibi konularda daha etkin oldukları ve bu konular üzerinden derinlemesine bir anlamlandırmaya gittikleri görülmüştür. MED kapsamında, öğrenciler farklı bakış açıları edinerek, yaşamlarında sıradan olarak gördükleri şeylerin de aslında o topraklarda yaşamış olan kadim medeniyetlerin izlerine sahip olduğunun ve bunların maddi ve manevi değerler bütünü olduğunun farkına varmışlar, böylece daha zengin bir açısı kazanmışlardır.
TÜRK MÜZİĞİNDE BUSELİK MAKAMININ KULLANIMI ÜZERİNE BİR İNCELEME
Authors: Tunç Yüksel
Published: November 2024

Türk müziği ses sisteminde küçük ses birimleri olarak adlandırdığımız komaların olması, çeşitli şekillerde dörtlü ve beşlilerin olması, bu müzik türünü makamsal anlamda zenginleştirebilmektedir. Çok sayıda makama sahip olmasına rağmen dönemsel olarak bazı makamların daha az sıklıkla kullanıldığını görmekteyiz. Tarih boyunca kullanılan bu makamların bir kısmı günümüzde neredeyse kullanılmamaktadır. Bunun birçok nedeni olacağı gibi, bazı makamların yapıları incelendiğinde oluşan özel dörtlü ve beşli itibari ile kullanıma çok elverişli olmadıklarını söyleyebiliriz. Bu bağlamda ilk akla gelen çargâh makamı olup bu makamı takiben buselik makamını sayabiliriz. Bu araştırmada buselik makamının bazı musikişinaslarımız tarafından tanımlarının karşılaştırılması yapılarak diğer makamlara nazaran neden daha az bir kullanım alanına sahip olabileceği açıklanmaya çalışılmıştır. Buselik makamının kullanımı ile ilgili olarak; şed çeşitleri, yerinde buselik ile karar eden makamlar, buselik perdesinde karar eden makamlar hakkında bilgilere yer verilmiş ve bu makamda iki eser analiz edilmiştir.
Conocimientos en salud bucal asociados a caries dental y su relación con el binomio padre-hijo, en la ciudad de Cartagena, Colombia
Authors: Díaz Cárdenas Shyrley , Perez Puello Sthefanie del Carmen , Tirado Amador Lesbia Rosa
Published: November 2024

Introducción: Actualmente, algunos hombres están a cargo de sus hijos bajo la figura de familias monoparentales. Por lo tanto, es importante conocer desde su rol, los factores que podrían influir en el cuidado de la salud bucal (SB) de los niños. Objetivo: Estimar la asociación entre conocimientos de SB con presencia de caries dental (CD) y su relación con el binomio padre-hijo. Materiales y métodos: Estudio analítico transversal realizado en población afrodescendiente (153 binomios en el año 2017). Se evaluó en el padre (cuestionario autoadministrado): variables sociodemográficas, conocimientos y autopercepción de SB, y hábitos del niño; en binomios: presencia y experiencia de CD; además, la estimación de asociaciones y la regresión logística nominal fueron realizadas. Resultados: La prevalencia de CD fue del 60,1 % en niños y del 98 % en padres. En el modelo multivariado hubo asociación entre conocimientos inadecuados de SB, presencia y experiencia de CD, hábitos inadecuados de higiene bucal del niño, cepillado bucal sin supervisión, padres que trabajan, bajos ingresos y religión católica. Conclusión: La prevalencia de caries dental en niños, se asocia a conocimientos inadecuados en salud bucal y bajos ingresos económicos en padres que trabajan; factores que deben ser considerados en programas educativos de salud bucal.
Geospatial approach to study the food environment according to the DASH diet guidelines, an Argentinian experience
Authors: Campero Micaela Natalia , Scavuzzo Carlos Matías , Oberto María Georgina , Marchiori Georgina Noel , Popelka Regina María , Defagó María Daniela
Published: November 2024

Introducción: Las características del entorno alimentario condicionan la elección de alimentos. Objetivo: Diseñar e implementar una metodología para explorar las características del entorno alimentario en un barrio céntrico de la ciudad de Córdoba, Argentina, a partir de la disponibilidad de comercios y tiendas de alimentos acorde con las recomendaciones de la dieta DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension). Materiales y métodos: Se relevaron 223 comercios para determinar el tipo de establecimiento y la disponibilidad de alimentos en base a los enfoques mencionados y se georeferenciaron en base a coordenadas extraídas de la plataforma Google Earth. Se clasificaron los comercios construyendo una variable cuantitativa continua que resume la información sobre las ventas de productos en cada lugar (DASH Score). El mapeo temático y la construcción del Score se realizaron con el software Qgis 3.22. Resultados: Se observó un alto predominio de quioscos, panaderías y locales de comida rápida (59,5 %) y los comercios que venden sólo alimentos frescos representaron el 17,4 % del total. Los establecimientos considerados no saludables se ubicaron al norte del barrio. Conclusiones: El enfoque propuesto contribuye al estudio de entornos alimentarios como una herramienta para la prevención de enfermedades no transmisibles y la promoción de la salud.
ESTRATEGIAS E INTERVENCIONES DE APOYO CONDUCTUAL POSITIVO UTILIZADAS POR PADRES DE NIÑOS CON DISCAPACIDAD INTELECTUAL: UNA REVISIÓN SISTEMÁTICA
Authors: Contreras Ibarra Claudia , Monzalve Macaya Manuel
Published: November 2024

Las personas con discapacidad intelectual pueden presentar conductas desafiantes alterando la dinámica familiar, siendo relevante indagar el rol y acciones de apoyo de los padres. El propósito fue realizar un estudio de revisión de artículos abordando las estrategias de apoyo conductual positivo utilizadas por padres de niños/as con discapacidad intelectual. El método fue un análisis descriptivo de tipo revisión sistemática, bajo la técnica de la observación y el análisis de la literatura, en las bases de datos ERIC, Scopus y SciELO, publicadas entre el año 2002 y 2024. Recopilando 155 artículos acordes a la temática, finalmente se seleccionan 8 de estos. Los resultados indican que los estudios han sido publicados mayoritariamente el año 2019 y en EEUU, su metodología es de carácter cualitativo y como técnicas destacan las escalas. La conclusión desprendida de los estudios es que los padres de niños con discapacidad intelectual que participan en programas de apoyo conductual logran mejorar las conductas problemáticas de sus hijos y disminuir el estrés familiar.
Religious Factor in the American Revolution and Founding of the USA
Authors: Kosmach P.
Published: November 2024

The article is devoted to an analysis of the religious factor in the American Revolution and the founding of the USA. Based on a wide range of sources and scholarly literature, the author shows a combination of secular and Protestant influences in the process of institutional formation of the American independent statehood. The author further reveals the significant role of polemical arguments and historical examples related to the Bible in the American political thought of this period. The majority of key actors of the American Revolution of the 18th century were convinced that religion served as the basis for civic virtue necessary for a republican form of government. The worldview shared by the Founding Fathers implied a theistic source of law and legislative process. At the federal level, the separation of church and state established by the 1787 Constitution and the 1789 Bill of Rights was largely a consequence of the organizational fragmentation of American Protestantism. A conclusion is drawn about the dual nature of the US statehood at the end of the 18th century, which combined both secular and religious elements and was reflected in the symbolism of the Great State Seal (1782).
Ringrow, H., Pihlaja, S. (eds) (2024) The Routledge Handbook of Language and Religion. Routledge. — 448 p.
Authors: Rarenko M.
Published: November 2024

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“Synodal Orthodoxy”: Contemporaries in Search for the Notion for the Church Administration in Imperial Russia
Authors: Zapalsky G.
Published: November 2024

The understanding that Peter I had created an original system of the Church administration which had differed from previous forms (now we usually call it the Synodal system) was not created iimediately. A certain historical distance and the introduction of critical historical analysis were needed to invent a concept. This article analyzes when and how this concept emerged, what were the terms the contemporaries used to shape it until 1917–1918, what were the semantic and stylisitc shades in elaborating the concept. The conditions for recognizing a new period in the history of Russian Church with its special administrative system appeared only by the middle of the 19th century. In historical and canon law researches, publicistic articles, policy briefs of authors of the second half of the 19th — early 20th century, speeches of the 1917–1918 Council of Russian Church’ and its preparatory bodies’ members many variants of naming of the current system of the Church administration were proposed. They had a temporal and qualitative dimension and the majority of them were judgmental. There was no single concept till the revolution. The searching of it did not only reflect the awakened historical consciousness but was also an expression of the ideological struggle in the field of the Church history.
Catalogação em RDA no Koha: o uso de software de código aberto
Authors: Arakaki Ana Carolina Simionato , Gomes Joyce Barbosa , Silva Paloma Rayana França da , Barbosa Maria Vitória Alves , Almeida Clara Braz de , Mesquista Giovana Cavalcanti de , Herculano João Lucas Indalécio Nascimento
Published: November 2024

"A biblioteca do Instituto Brasileiro de Informação em Ciência e Tecnologia, em sua reestruturação implantou o (RDA) Resource Description and Access utilizando o software Koha em 2023. Objetivos: Relatar a experiência dos bibliotecários com a implantação e a adaptação do RDA ao sistema Koha; pontuar a necessidade de utilização de software de códigos aberto e divulgar a utilização do Koha no gerenciamento de acervos bibliográficos. Metodologia: É uma pesquisa empírica, com relato de experiência que propõe contribuir para a adaptação do sistema de catalogação para as bibliotecas especializadas, como fomento para o aprimoramento do uso de sistemas de código aberto. Considerações: O produto final foi relatar a experiência de trabalho dos bibliotecários a implantar o Koha e divulgar através de seminários e oficinas a utilização de softwares de código aberto no gerenciamento de acervos bibliográficos utilizando o padrão RDA."