bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Clinical implications of incidental medical and laboratory findings in preoperative valvular heart disease patients – A South Eastern Nigerian experience
Authors: Njoku P.O. , Meka I.A. , Mbadiwe N.C. , Onwubere B.J.C. , Ejim E.C. , Anisiuba B.C. , Okwor C.J. , Udora N. , Onyebueze J. , Onyema C.
Published: June 2023

Introduction: Valvular heart diseases with their varying aetiologies are becoming common in developing countries. Certain biochemical abnormalities exist in this group of patients which may contribute to adverse outcomes. It is imperative for clinicians to promptly and adequately identify these abnormalities where and when they occur for optimal patient outcomes. The study aimed to describe the incidental medical and laboratory abnormalities seen in valvular heart disease patients presenting for open heart surgery.

Methodology: This was a retrospective hospital-based study. Relevant data were extracted from patients’ folders, cleaned and analyzed. The study was carried out at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu, Nigeria. The study involved adult patients evaluated for heart surgery. The outcome measure was the proportion of participants with deranged biochemical parameters.

Results: A total of 51 patients with a mean (SD) age of 42.84 (15.0) years and an M: F ratio of 1:1.4 were involved in the study. Mitral valve regurgitation = 22 (43.14%) was found to be the commonest disorder among surveyed participants. The commonest electrolyte abnormalities were hyponatraemia 14 (27.45%) and hypokalaemia 6 (11.76%) respectively. A total of 8 (15.69%) and 9 (17.65%) patients had elevated creatinine and urea levels respectively, while 3 (5.88%) of the participants had their blood glucose levels in the diabetic range.

Conclusion: Hyponatraemia and hypokalaemia were the commonest electrolyte abnormalities. Hyperglycaemia, elevated urea and creatinine as well as deranged eGFR were other abnormal findings.
Bacteriological and physico-chemical characteristics of the bathing waters of Agroville Town: A case of Agnéby River and Moutcho River
Authors: Wolfgang Yapo Toussaint , Franck-Renaud Meless Djedjro , George Gbagbo Tchapé Aubin , Philippe Kpaibe Sawa André , Thérèse Kouassi Agbessi , Amin Christophe Ncho
Published: June 2023

Background : The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) aim to improve the health and well-being of the population, as well as the expansion of universal access to drinking water and sanitation by 2030. It is in this perspective that this study aimed to characterize the bathing waters of the rivers of Moutcho and those of Agneby in Agboville town.

Materials and Methods:The methodology consisted of conducting eight water sampling campaigns during the twelve consecutive months from December 2017 to November 2018. On these samples, the classical physicochemical parameters were determined by electrochemical, and colourimetric methods and microbiological analysis was carried out by the membrane filtration technique.

Results:  The results showed a low level of chemical mineralization in these waters. River water was distinguished from the other by higher levels of turbidity, colour, sulphate, phosphate, sulphur, and phosphorus and low levels of conductivity, temperature, sodium, and magnesium. Microbiologically, the water of the Agnéby River was of 100% satisfactory quality as per the Ivorian standards. However, it was not in compliance with other international standards (Algerian, Canadian, American, WHO and European). The Moutcho River was more polluted than the Agnéby River and the water quality was inadequate for swimming.

Conclusion: The waters of the Moucho and Agneby rivers were unsuitable for bathing. Health surveillance must be carried out continuously in these waters to preserve the health of the community.
Water, Sanitation and Hygienic (WASH) risk factors that promote cholera outbreaks in Nairobi County
Authors: Bocha Manaseh A. , Gachohi John , Karanja Simon , Mwachari Christine
Published: June 2023

BACKGROUND

Cholera is still a significant worldwide threat to global public health as it leads to about 100,000 deaths every year. It is a diarrheal water and foodborne disease with its person-to-person transmission resulting from limited sanitation access, poor hygiene, and inadequate water supply, which often leads to outbreaks. This study sought to examine Water, Sanitation and Hygienic (WASH) risk factors that promote cholera outbreaks in Nairobi County

METHODOLOGY

A cross-sectional descriptive research design was used in this study. The target population included 2,154,726 residents of Nairobi County aged 18 years and above. Slovin's Formula was used in the study to estimate the sample size. The study adopted stratified random sampling in the selection of 399 respondents from the target population. Primary datasets were collected using questionnaires and key informant interviews. The data from the questionnaires were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Descriptive statistics such as percentages and frequencies were used to study the trends and WASH factors related to cholera outbreaks. Inferential statistics included Chi-square (X2), which was used to analyze the relationship between variables.

RESULTS

The study established that the top five WASH challenges associated with the spread of Cholera disease included lack of enough water supply (76%); poor personal hygiene (54%); poor wastewater management (54%); poor community hygiene and sanitation (55%); and poorly maintained sewage facilities in the residential areas (44%). Communal water challenges included irregular supply of water (77%) and limited access to safe drinking water in most of the households (58%), lack of tap water in households (44%), unhygienic water vending facilities (57%) and supply of poorly treated water (38%).

CONCLUSION

The main risk factors related to Water, Sanitation and Hygiene practices (WASH) in areas reporting cholera outbreaks in Nairobi County were lack of adequate water supply, poor personal hygiene, poor wastewater management, poorly maintained sewage facilities, and poor culture of community hygiene and sanitation. Inadequate water supply, unregulated water vendors and water kiosks made water contamination likely.
Practices and Barriers of Water Use Efficiency in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria
Authors: Acinwu E. R. , Abenu A. , Kevin O. K.
Published: June 2023

The fast rate of population growth and increased urbanisation has exacerbated the domestic water supply problem in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja; Nigeria.  This study examines water use efficiency practices and the barriers inhibiting it among residents of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria using appropriated standard techniques. Data obtained shows that about 70% of respondents say they turn off the public tap whenever they see water dripping from them unattended, more than 50% admit to being agents advocating water use efficiency in their communities and more than 40% consider water-saving appliances when they make purchases of domestic appliances. The inhibitors to water- use efficiency in the study area, include a poor grasp of sustainability principles and cultural beliefs that promotes the idea of inexhaustible water resources; lifestyles that do not promote water use efficiency; and the inclination to only use water  efficiently when it in short supply or when the price of water rises. Residents of the Federal Capital Territory should be made to understand their roles in efficient use of water and embrace sustainable water use.
Sustainable Inland Ports in Nigeria: An Opportunity for Growth of Nigerian Nation
Authors: Osuji J. N. , Agbakwuru J.
Published: June 2023

This paper discusses the factors that militate against the growth and sustainability of the Nigerian Inland waterway ports from secondary data and inductive research perspective.  The Nigerian nation has adequate coverage of major inland waters that are either navigable at present or potentially navigable if a waterway clearing and dredging is implemented. Generally speaking, Nigeria has enormous inland water potential that is capable of maximally reducing the pressure on other modes of transportation especially road, in the transportation of heavy equipment and bulk goods both solid and liquid. Sustainable Inland waterway ports and transportation are undoubtedly a panacea for job creation and promotion of commerce at local and riverine community levels through boat building, fabrication, and transport.
Determination of Elastic Properties of Soils around a Typical Erosion-Prone Area in Benin City, South-South Nigeria
Authors: Aigbogun C. O. , Egbo D. O. , Airen O. J.
Published: June 2023

Soil properties play a crucial role in understanding the mechanisms of erosion and consequently developing appropriate mitigation strategies. The aim of this study is to determine the elastic parameters of soil in an erosion-prone area using the Multichannel Analysis of Surface Wave (MASW) method of geophysical exploration. The active method MASW was adopted for this study. Data were acquired using a 24-channel ABEM Terralock MATK-6 seismograph with geophones of frequency 14Hz. An 8 Kg hammer was used as a source to generate seismic energy. Data acquired were processed with SeisImager2D refraction software developed by Geometric Earth Science Ltd and 2-D shear wave (Vs) and P-wave (Vp) velocities were generated alongside 2-D profiles of Shear Modulus, Young’s Modulus, Bulk Modulus, and Poison’s Ratio. The result of this study reveals soft to medium-stiff saturated clay/dry sand/wet sand and medium-stiff to stiff saturated clays/dry sand/wet sand with shear wave velocity values ranging from 84 m/s to 504 m/s. The bulk modulus, shear modulus, poison’s ratio, and Young’s modulus range from 3.4 GPa to 5.9 GPa, 20 kPa to 440 kPa, 0.448 to 0.498, and 50 kPa to 1.05 GPa respectively.
Characterization of Feldspars Associated with Pegmatite of Dagbala Area for Ceramics and Glass Production in Southwestern Nigeria
Authors: Ogbamikhumi A. , Eguagie A. J.
Published: June 2023

The pegmatite in the Dagbala area, southwestern Nigeria occurs as a dyke trending in a NW-SE direction which intrudes the Hornblende-Biotite-Granite. Geochemical, petrological, and mineralogical analyses were carried out on four (4) pegmatite samples obtained from the study area to determine the feldspar quality and the results were compared with commercial ceramic and glass grade to determine its suitability in ceramics and glass production. From the results, SiO2 ranges from 74.97% to 72.06%, Al2O3 ranges from 15.16% to 15.05%, Fe2O3 ranges from 0.45% to 0.31%, Na2O ranges from 5.56% to 2.76%, K2O ranges from 8.42% to 3.53% and CaO ranges from 0.72% to 0.09% respectively. After comparing the results with the commercial ceramic grade and glass grade, it shows that they can be used as raw materials in the ceramic and glass industry. However, minor pre-treatment processes are required, such as magnetic separation, to reduce the Fe2O3 content and froth floatation to reduce the K2O content in ceramic production. In glass production, magnetic separation should also be carried out to reduce the Fe2O3 content and froth floatation should be carried out to reduce the K2O content. Additives should be added to increase the amount of CaO, Al2O3, and Na2O present.
Synthesis of Flavonoids Derivatives using Polar and Non-Polar Extract of Red Onion Skin (Quercetin) with Cashew Nut Shell Liquid
Authors: Okoye O. , Onyewuchi A. , Uche C.
Published: June 2023

Red Onion skin extract and Cashew nut shell liquid has been considered as one of the best antioxidant and anti-inflammatory precursors, as it contains various polyphenols and important flavonoids. In this research, flavonoid derivatives were successfully synthesized from polar and non-polar extract of red onion skin, non-polar extract of cashew nut shell liquid and a combination of the onion skin extracts and cashew nut shell liquid.  In this process, crude red onion skin extract was obtained using potassium carbonate via maceration process and acetone via soxhlet extraction. Cashew nut shell liquid was extracted using acetone via soxhlet extraction. The synthesis was carried out via the Williams ether synthesis using 1,2-dibromoethane in the presence of a base catalyst. FTIR of the products confirmed its modification. From the result, it can be concluded that the non-polar extract performed better than the polar extract. Hence for further studies, non-polar solvents should be considered for extraction.
Studies on the effect of solvents on the electronic absorption spectra of 4-phenylmorpholine and 1-phenylpyrrole
Authors: Oladipo S.D. , Obi-Egbedi N.O. , Adeoye M.D. , Ojo N.D. , Badeji A.A.
Published: June 2023

The Ultraviolet-Visible (UV) spectra of 4-phenylmorpholine and 1-phenylpyrrole in different solvents have been studied. The molar absorptivities and oscillator strengths were determined. Also, quantum chemical calculations were carried out using time-dependent density functional theory with Beck-3-Lee-Yang-Parr exchange-correlation functional with a 6-31G* basis set (TDDFT/B3LYP/6- 31G*) for the optimized structures of the compounds. On the basis of this, the dipole moment, dihedral angle, oscillator strength, and singlet excited state of these compounds were determined in different solvents of different polarities. It was found that the bands are both n→Π* and Π→Π* transitions for the compounds. The value of the dipole moment and dihedral angles of the compounds increase with increasing polarities of solvents, and it could be predicted theoretically that 4- phenylmorpholine is more planar and reactive than 1-phenylpyrrole. There is a strong agreement between the experimental and theoretical results obtained for 4-phenylmorpholine, while there is a slight disagreement between the experimental and theoretical results in the number of transitions observed for 1-phenylpyrrole due to the collapsing of bands in the excited state in the experimental section.
Comparing the antioxidant activities of tomato seed oil extracted from two varieties of tomato fruits
Authors: Ameh L. O. , Obochi G. O. , Ubwa S. T.
Published: June 2023

Comparing the antioxidant activities of tomato seed oil extracted from two varieties of tomato fruits (Riogrande and Roma VF) demonstrated by five spectrophotometric methods: DPPH, β- carotene linoleic antioxidant, HRSA, ORAC, FRAP. Tomato seed is the major by-product of the tomato paste manufacturing industry in the world today. The tomato seed was extracted from healthy tomato fruits of the two varieties and were washed with water and dried in an oven at 60oC for 3 days, and milled to powder. Ten gram of the powdered samples was placed in a soxhlet extractor, using 300 ml of n- Hexane, and allowed to boil at 40-60°C for 6 hours repeatedly to obtain the oil. The oil was placed in a water bath at 70°C to remove the excess n-Hexane. The results showed that tomato seed oil (TSO) is stable, translucent and highly penetrating oil and the refractive index, Density and the specific gravity of the oil of both varieties are all in line with the FAO/WHO standard. The fatty acid composition results showed that TSO is an excellent source of essential fatty acids. Though Roma VF seed oil at a lower concentration of DPPH (43.270±0.028), β- carotene linoleic antioxidant (15.855±0.035), FRAP (10.765±0.021) and HRSA (31.010±0.014) demonstrated higher oxidation rates of scavenging free radicals, chelating prooxidative metals, quenching singlet oxygen and photosensitizers, and inactivating lipoxygenase compared to the Riogrande seed oil which had the only lower reducing potential of ORAC (1.480±0.014).
Lithologic characterization of Iguosa erosion site using geoelectrical techniques
Authors: Egbo D.O. , Airen O.J.
Published: June 2023

Considering the devastating menace of gully erosion for which lithology is one amongst several other agents that drives soil loss and gully erosion, Vertical Electrical Sounding (VES) and Electrical Resistivity (ERT) techniques were adopted to investigate subsurface lithology in Iguosa gully erosion site. PASI 16GL model resistivity meter was used in acquiring data for VES and ERT in the area under investigation. VES data acquired were processed both qualitatively and quantitatively, and geoelectric sections were generated using AUTOCAD software by combination of two or more interpreted VES results along a profile. ERT data were processed using Res2dinv software to an inverse model resistivity section. The geoelectric image generated were interpreted to obtain lithology of the subsurface. The analysis and interpretation of the subsurface image reveals presence of topsoil, sand, dry sand, clayey sand and coarse sand. The subsurface lithology within the study location is predominantly sandy. The result obtained from the resistivity of all profiles shows that erodibility increases with depth within this study area with corresponding high resistivity values. Due to the fact that sand within the study area is loose coarse and silty, which can give rise to high resistivity and causes erosion.
Comparative assessment of bioaccumulation of some heavy metals in water and mudskipper (Periophthalmus barbarous) of Woji Creek, Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Authors: Bubu-Davies O.A. , Otene B.B , Ejiko E.S.
Published: June 2023

The indiscriminate discharges of anthropogenic effluents containing heavy metals from the surrounding residential buildings and industries into Woji Creek are alarming and of environmental concern. This research thus aimed to compare the bioconcentrations of Lead (Pb), Cadmium (Cd) and Chromium (Cr) in the water and mudskippers (Periophthalmus barbarus) of Woji Creek to ascertain their suitability for human consumption. Samples of  water and mudskippers were analyzed for these heavy metals using Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer between October 2019 and September 2020.  Water and P. barbarus samples were collected from three locations and transported to the laboratory for heavy metals analyses. The results showed that  Pb, Cd and Cr concentrations (mg/L) in water were 0.741±0.550, 0.80±0.034 and 2.867 respectively, while that of fish (mg/Kg) were 3.554±0.91, 2.083±0.91  and 4.987±0.60 respectively. All the heavy metal concentrations studied exceeded the permissible limits of FMEnv and WHO. The hierarchy of heavy metal  concentrations in both water and fish was Cr>Pb>Cd. All the metals studied exhibited significant (P<0.05) higher values in water in the dry season  than wet season except Cr, while in fish, all were higher in the wet season than in the dry season except Pb. The bioconcentration factor showed that P.  barbarus has a high potential to concentrate heavy metals in their body. The study showed that Woji Creek is under stress, and its P. barbarus is heavy  metal-contaminated and unsuitable for human consumption. The study, therefore, recommends that there should be proper biomonitoring to avoid  indiscriminate anthropogenic activities in the area.
Comparative effect of inducing broodstock with natural and artificial hormones on reproductive performances of Heterobranchus longifilis
Authors: Otoh A.J. , Udo M.T. , George U.U.
Published: June 2023

This study was conducted to assess the effects of ovaprim and pituitary extract on the reproductive performances of Heterobranchus longifilis (African  catfish). A total of twenty broodstock, 12 males and 8 females with mean weight of 2 kg each were selected for breeding following the external  morphological characteristics and standard breeding procedure. The water parameters for indoor culture tanks during the study were optimal for  breeding: dissolved oxygen – 5.18 mg L-1 ; pH 7.31; temperature, 27.6 ˚C. The result revealed no significant (P > 0.05) differences in water quality  parameters between the culture tanks for artificial and natural hormonal applications in this study. The percentage fertilization, hatchability, survival and  fry production success were: 84.25 %, 92. 31 %, 88.14 % and 68.42 %; and 75.17 %, 69.57 %, 64.33 % and 33.66 %, respectively, for pituitary extract and  Ovaprim®. Pituitary extract recorded higher values and significantly performed better (P < 0.05) between the two treatments. This indicates that the use  of natural pituitary extract is equally as effective as the use of the artificial hormone Ovaprim® for the artificial propagation of Heterobranchus longifilis.  It is therefore recommended.
¿Cómo enfrentar los cambios del entorno a través de la planeación estratégica?
Authors: Sierra Dominguez Camila Stefany , Córdoba Cárdenas Gilberto Manuel
Published: June 2023

Los cambios en el entorno y las nuevas tendencias han hecho que las organizaciones tengan que afrontar riesgos y tomar acciones frente a las necesidades de los consumidores, por lo cual es importante que se analice la influencia que tienen las estrategias frente al entorno actual y la tendencia a los grandes cambios. A través de esta investigación cualitativa se podrá denotar los principales factores que influyen a la hora de implementar estrategias con relación a las metas y la dirección a la cual este encaminada la organización por lo cual la planificación de estrategias se debe adaptar completamente al entorno actual sin importar el sector económico.
Estrategia de Capacitación para la comprensión intercontextual de textos dirigida a docentes universitarios
Authors: Ramos Garcia Maricel , Oliva Espinosa Carlos , Mejías Caballero Odalys
Published: June 2023

La presente investigación se inscribe en el tema de la formación cultural delestudiante y la imprescindible necesidad de capacitar a los docentes parahacerlo de manera eficiente. Su objetivo va dirigido a la elaboración de unaestrategia para favorecer la enseñanza de la comprensión intercontextual enestudiantes de Educación Primaria del Centro Universitario Municipal deGuáimaro. Se emplean métodos del nivel teórico, del nivel empírico y del nivelmatemático. Se toman en cuenta referentes teóricos fundamentales del área dela cultura, la investigación y la comunicación entre otros pedagogos ypsicólogos que garantizan la esencia metodológica de esta obra. La estrategiaen cuestión puede favorecer la preparación metodológica de los docentes de laCarrera de Educación Primaria en comprensión intercontextual, como vía parala enseñanza del acceso a los significados culturales del texto. La novedadcientífica radica en haber revelado las relaciones entre los componentes de lamodelación teórica que tiene su implementación práctica en la estrategiareferida.
ENTEGRE ENTROPİ-EDAS YAKLAŞIMIYLA LİDER TÜRK İHRACATÇILARININ PERFORMANS ANALİZİ
Authors: SARIHAN Ahmed Yusuf , AYDIN Umut
Published: June 2023

Amaç: Türkiye gibi gelişmekte olan ülkeler için ihracat önemli bir ekonomik faaliyettir. İhracatı gerçekleştiren işletmelerin incelenmesi ve buna göre ihracatı artırıcı yeni teşviklerin değerlendirilmesi pek çok gelişmekte olan ülkenin ekonomi politikaları içerisinde önemli yer tutmaktadır. Bu çalışmanın amacı gelişmekte olan ülke olarak Türkiye’de ihracat yapan en iyi bin işletme listesinde yer alan şirketlerin ihracat, yurt içi satış ve vergi öncesi kar çıktılarından hareketle performanslarının değerlendirilmesidir.

Yöntem: Araştırmada Türkiye İhracatçılar Meclisi (TİM) kaynaklarından hareketle 2021 yılında en fazla ihracat yapan bin işletme verilerinden yararlanılarak entropi temelli EDAS yaklaşımı ile listede yer alan şirketlerden verileri tam olan 429 şirketin performans değerlendirilmesi yapılmıştır. Performans değerlendirilmesi yapılırken söz konusu 429 şirket üretici-ihracatçı, dış ticaret firması (sektörel veya sermaye dış ticaret), ihracatçı ve grup dış ticaret firması şeklinde firma türlerine göre 4 farklı grupta değerlendirilmiştir.

Bulgular: Entegre yaklaşımın ilk aşaması olan entropi ile kriter ağırlıklarının belirlenmesi aşamasında kriter ağırlıkları farklı gruplardaki şirketler için değişkenlik göstermektedir. Öyle ki, ihracatçı ve grup dış ticaret firması türlerinden olan şirketler için performansa etki eden en önemli kriter vergi öncesi kar değişkeni olarak gözlemlenirken; üretici-ihracatçı ve dış ticaret firması türünde olan şirketler için önem derecesi en yüksek kriter yurtiçi satış tutarı değişkeni olmuştur. Entropi yöntemi ile elde edilen ağırlıklardan yararlanılarak yapılan EDAS performans değerlendirmesi sonrası farklı gruplarda yer alan işletmeler içerisinde en yüksek performansı gösterenler belirlenmiştir.

Özgünlük: Araştırma Türkiye’nin en fazla ihracat yapan işletmelerine ait ikincil veri üzerinden yapılan bir performans analizi olması açısından bilindiği kadarıyla ilk olma özelliği taşımaktadır. Entropi temelli benzer yaklaşımlarla yapılan çalışmaların çok farklı işletme türlerine odaklandığı görülmekle birlikte bu çalışmanın örneklemi doğrudan ülke ekonomisi ile bağlantılı olma özelliği taşıdığından ekonomik ve ticari yaygın etkisinin yüksek olma potansiyeline inanılmaktadır.
Melhoria do processo de fresamento de dentes de engrenagem: estudo de caso em uma pequena empresa
Authors: Feriotti Marco Aurélio , Lima Neto Eduardo Florêncio , Formigoni Alexandre , Martino Neto José
Published: June 2023

O aumento da competitividade e a busca pela eficiência levam as empresas a otimizar seus processos de produção, incluindo a usinagem, que é amplamente utilizada na indústria. Este estudo focou na melhoria do processo de fresamento de dentes de engrenagem em uma pequena empresa com o objetivo de aumentar a produtividade. Para atingir esse objetivo, foram estabelecidos objetivos específicos, como mapear o tempo do processo atual, avaliar a vida útil da ferramenta utilizada, realizar testes práticos com uma nova proposta de ferramenta e analisar os resultados. O estudo foi baseado em uma pesquisa bibliográfica sobre melhorias no processo de usinagem e ferramentas de corte e estudo de caso utilizando estratégias de usinagem, mapeamento de tempos e vida útil da ferramenta antes e depois da implementação de medidas de melhoria. Os resultados de testes realizados demostraram a eficácia das ações realizadas, como aumento da capacidade produtiva e eficiência da empresa, destacando como fator importante a seleção adequada de ferramentas de corte e parâmetros de usinagem para garantir a qualidade do processo de usinagem. Foram sugeridas a continuação do trabalho em outras máquinas da empresa. Este estudo demonstrou que a otimização do processo de usinagem pode trazer melhorias competitivas para a empresas.
Interactive strategy to strengthen the teaching-learning process of the subject of Atomic and Nuclear Physics
Authors: Pinargote Bravo Betty Johanna , Pita Asan Maria Jacqueline
Published: June 2023

The subject of physics is usually one of the most complex for high school students, mainly because of the need for abstraction for understanding and the high need for calculation. With these premises, this work evaluated the use of a creative and interactive strategy to improve the physics learning process. Under a quasi-experimental study, the working methodology was carried out, taking a control group and an experimental group. The main results showed that students are significantly motivated by ICT tools, which favor the study and understanding of physics concepts, contributing to improvements in academic performance.
MARITIME BORDER DISPUTE BETWEEN KENYA AND SOMALIA IN THE INDIAN OCEAN
Authors: MOHAMMED Yusuf Ali
Published: June 2023

Among the recent cases adjudicated before the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the maritime dispute between Kenya and Somalia exhibited in the Indian Ocean is among the forefront one. Though there are several studies dealing with the case at hand, the decision of the aforenamed court has not been comprehensively reviewed. Therefore, having the ICJ’s decision, which was rendered on 12 October 2021, this Article exhaustively reviews – not only Somalia’s claim and Kenya’s submission, – but also ICJ’s ruling and decision on major disputed issues. Moreover, the Article provides some scholars critiques attributed to the latter ICJ’s decision.
Relationship Between Nurse Therapeutic Communication with Patient Satisfaction in Outpatient Installation of Special Eye Hospital
Authors: Sulina Aida , Meliala Sri Agustina , Najihah Khoirotun
Published: June 2023

Therapeutic Communication is communication that is consciously planned and aims to heal the patient. Therapeutic communication is carried out by nurses and plays an important role in helping patients recover. Therapeutic communication is needed in dealing with patients, if it is not implemented properly it will disrupt the relationship which has an impact on patient dissatisfaction. Objective of the research  to determine the relationship between nurse therapeutic communication and patient satisfaction in the Outpatient Installation of the Medan Baru Special Eye Hospital. Method: The research method used is quantitative with a cross sectional approach. The research location is at the Medan Baru Special Eye Hospital. The study population was all outpatient BPJS patients at the Medan Baru Special Eye Hospital and a sample of 95 people. Sampling was done by accidental sampling. The results shows that the orientation stage variable has a p-value of 0.000 <0.05, the work stage has a p-value of 0.000 <0.05 and the termination stage has a p-value of 0.002 <0.05. Conclusion there is a relationship between orientation stage, work stage and termination stage variables with BPJS patient satisfaction with p sig <0.05. It is recommended that nurses improve therapeutic communication to patients so that they can improve the quality of health services.
Peningkatan derajat kesehatan melalui pemanfaatan daun sirsak sebagai terapi alternatif hipertensi
Authors: Kusuma Muhammad Chandra Hadi , Budi Setia , Istiqamah Istiqamah
Published: June 2023

Sungai Pinang Baru adalah salah satu desa yang terletak di Kecamatan Sungai Tabuk, Kabupaten Banjar, Provinsi Kalimantan Selatan, Indonesia. Kondisi Pendidikan penduduk berpengaruh terhadap pengetahuan masyarakat mengenai kesehatan, khususnya pada penyakit hipertensi dan pengobatannya, Akhir-akhir ini pengobatan hipertensi yang sering dilakukan oleh masyarakat ialah mengkonsumsi tanaman herbal yang diyakini mampu menurunkan tekanan darah. Masyarakat lebih memilih tanaman herbal karena dapat dibuat sendiri di rumah oleh anggota keluarga dan bahannya mudah dan tidak memiliki efek samping. Salah satu bahan alam yang dapat digunakan sebagai pengobatan yaitu daun sirsak. Secara umum pelaksanaan pelatihan untuk meningkatkan derajat kesehatan masyarakat melalui pembuatan sediaan herbal daun sirsak di sekitar Desa Sungai Pinang Baru dibagi menjadi 3 tahap : melakukan edukasi, melakukan pelatihan dan mengevaluasi kegiatan pelatihan. Hasil kegiatan evaluasi ini terlihat masyarakat sungai pinang baru mampu meningkatkan pengetahuan dan skill masyarakat sungai pinang baru tentang hipertensi, asam urat, diabetes mellitus dan kolestrol serta pengobatannya.
IbM pada kelompok kader nasyiatul ‘Aisyiyah tentang pemanfaatan terapi komplementer untuk meningkatkan kesehatan ibu dan anak
Authors: Mardliyana Nova Elok , Ainiyah Nur Hidayatul , Swandari Atik
Published: June 2023

Kesehatan ibu khususnya ibu hamil menjadi suatu kondisi yang harus diperhatikan, karena meskipun kehamilan dalam kondisi fisiologis, namun perlu tetap diwaspadai dengan adanya perubahan-perubahan yang terjadi baik secara fisik maupun psikis. Ibu hamil akan mengalami keluhan-keluhan fisik dan jika tidak tertangani maka akan berdampak pada kesehatan ibu dan janin selama kehamilan dan akan berlanjut sampai proses persalinan. Selain kesehata ibu kesehatan anak juga menjadi prioritas penting dalam masyarakat, berbagai penyakit dapat terjadi pada anak dan menyebabkan pertumbuhan dan perkembangan anak kurang maksimal. Terapi komplementer menjadi pilihan pengobatan yang non-invasif dan mudah diterapkan pada ibu hamil dan anak karena tidak memberikan efek samping. Hasil dari pengabdian kepada masyarakat menunjukkan bahwa dari 74% kader yang mengikuti pelatihan memiliki tingkat pengetahuan baik, didapatkan sebanyak 26% memiliki pengetahuan cukup. Simpulan dari kegiatan ini adalah pengabdian kepada masyarakat yang dilakukan dapat memberikan manfaat dan efektif meningkatakan pengetahuan kader Nasiatul Aisyiyah untuk diaplikasikan di keluarga dan masyarakat, tujuan dari kegiatan ini tercapai yang ditandai dengan kegiatan berjalan lancar, peserta antusias mengikuti kegiatan, dan peningkatan nilai pre tes dan post tes  yang meningkat cukup signifikan.
Erken Okuryazarlık Becerilerini Değerlendirme ve Müdahale Araçlarının İncelenmesi
Authors: GENGEÇ Hilal , AYGÜRT Şermin
Published: June 2023

Erken okuryazarlık becerileri, okul öncesi dönemde çocuğun okuma- yazmaya yönelik sahip olması gereken önkoşul bilgi beceri ve tutumların tümü olarak tanımlanmaktadır. Başarılı okuma performansının temel yordayıcılarından biri olarak kabul edilen erken okuryazarlık becerileri, öncelikle standart araçlarla değerlendirme yapabilmek, bu becerilerde sınırlılığı olan ve okuma açısından risk grubunda olması olası olan çocukları belirleyebilmek ve ardından da etkili müdahaleler hazırlayabilmek için oldukça önemlidir. Bu çalışmada uluslararası alanda ve ülkemizde erken okuryazarlık becerilerini değerlendirmek amacıyla geliştirilen standart değerlendirme araçları ile Türkiye’ deki erken okuryazarlık becerilerini desteklemede kullanılan müdahale programlarının tanıtılması amaçlanmıştır. Bu araştırmanın, erken okuryazarlık becerilerinin değerlendirilmesinde kullanılan ölçme araçlarına ve müdahale programlarına yönelik güncel durumu ortaya koyması ve bu alanda çalışan öğretmen, uygulamacı ve araştırmacılara ışık tutması beklenmektedir.
Analisis Kualitas Pengelolaan Bus Tayo Dalam Mewujudkan Kota Tangerang Sebagai Smart City
Authors: Prasetyo Eko , Badar Refly , Nuzullani Isma
Published: June 2023

Tangerang City Government has implemented a smart city policy, with public transportation via Bus Tayo being one of its programs. The difficulties encountered in managing Bus Tayo include a lack of integration with other modes of transportation, a lack of reliability of facilities on board, inaccurate schedules, and inflexible payment systems. This study aims to analyze the community satisfaction index towards Bus Tayo services and the quality of bus management by the operator. This study employs a mixed method (quantitative and qualitative). The quantitative data came from passenger perception surveys, and the  qualitative data came from interviews, observations, and document studies, with key informants being PT. Tangerang Nusantara Global officials. Result show that the community satisfaction index on Bus Tayo services is 68.55 with a good predictor. All performance targets, namely environmental sustainability, safety, physical and social accessibility, reliability and consistency, integration of micromobility, and integration of information and communication technology, have not been met in terms of Bus Tayo management quality. As a result, increasing the number of human resources, improving the service culture, improving the quality of bus infrastructure and facilities, and implementing a flexible multi-payment system are all necessary.
http://www.pertanika.upm.edu.my/pjssh/browse/regular-issue?article=JSSH-8608-2022
Authors: Way Ang Chiew , Li Lai Siow
Published: June 2023

Ensuring gender equality and empowering women is crucial, as they play a significant role in driving economic and societal development. This study examines women’s empowerment levels in Malaysia and Indonesia, two neighbouring countries with a predominantly Muslim population. Data were obtained from the Fifth Malaysian Population and Family Survey 2014 and the Indonesia Demographic and Health Survey 2017. A total of 5,175 Malaysian and 34,467 Indonesian married women aged 15–49 were selected for this study. The variables used include women’s autonomy in household decision-making (a proxy for women’s empowerment), educational level, work status, place of residence, number of children, and women’s age. Findings reveal that Malaysia has a higher proportion of women with tertiary education than Indonesia (25.2% versus 14.7%). However, the proportion of women who were employed was lower in Malaysia than in Indonesia (45.4% versus 57.0%). Concerning household decision-making participation, approximately 46% of Malaysian women participated in all household decisions, as compared to 73% among Indonesian women. Binary logistic regression analysis indicates that all selected independent variables, except the place of residence, were significantly associated with women’s autonomy in household decision-making in both countries at the multivariate level. Women’s socio-economic characteristics greatly influence their status in the household and decision-making autonomy. Enhancing women’s education and employability can empower them and strengthen their decision-making autonomy.
Nutritional Composition and Antinutritional Factor Analysis of Kpokpogari and Starch: A Comparative Study Using Commercial Wheat
Authors: Chukwujekwu Okadigwe John
Published: June 2023

This study aimed to conduct a comparative analysis of the nutritional composition and antinutritional factors in kpokpogari, starch, and a commercial wheat product. The study employed proximate analysis to determine the macronutrient composition, mineral analysis to assess the presence of essential minerals, and vitamin analysis to evaluate the vitamin content. Additionally, antinutritional factors such as phytates, tannins, and oxalates were analyzed to identify any potential limitations or health concerns associated with these foods. The findings revealed that kpokpogari and starch were primarily carbohydrate-rich foods, while the commercial wheat product had a higher protein content. When compared to the typical diet of the elderly, the control has much higher levels of vital minerals. The salt content in the control group was the lowest (0.11 mg/100 g). Foods (kpokpogari and starch) typically consumed by the elderly had lower vitamin content than the control. Kpokpogari and starch had the highest levels of all the antinutritional components measured, ranging from 1.15 mg/100 g glycoside to 0.02 mg/100 g phytate. The study provides valuable insights into the nutritional composition of traditional Nigerian foods and their potential health implications. Future research can further explore their nutritional value and promote healthier dietary choices.
 
Received: 1 June 2023 | Revised: 1 July 2023 | Accepted: 9 July 2023
 
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
Data available on request from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.
Peran E-commerce Sebagai Media Komunikasi Bisnis Dalam Peningkatan Penjualan UMKM Salaut Di Universitas Teknologi Digital
Authors: Apprilisda Ranica Putri  , Devi Maria Saadah  , Iis Nurkamillah  , Silven Yonathan  , Sucya Sri Yuliana  , Ricky Firmansyah
Published: June 2023

Technological growth has changed not only the way people talk, but also the way trading is done. The growth of e-commerce that continues to be useful has become an available place for entrepreneurs to buy and sell goods online. This opportunity should not be missed by Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), such as Salaut MSMEs, which are used by business owners to promote their products in e-commerce. The obstacles experienced by MSMEs so far have been a marketing problem, especially for MSMEs in the regions. Social media is still an individual activity, this is still seen among MSMEs players, social media is not really considered as part of strategic activities on behalf of business. MSMEs are part of the focus, because competence in mastering the IT field is still very diverse, the focus of MSMEs starts from a close context, urging MSME participation through the use of affordable media according to the consuming capacity of UKM. The arrival of e-commerce is an opportunity for MSMEs, because using a marketplace can allow MSMEs to have a wider market and cheaper promotions. In terms of sales promotion, the advantage of SMEs selling through online platforms is that they can attract a wider range of customers. Everyone connected to the Internet can view promotions without geographic boundaries. The design approach that the author uses in building this paper is the use of a qualitative method. Having this daily supports the transaction process and product promotion of MSMEs Salaut Digital Technology University, making it more efficient and effective.
Implementasi Pengawasan Partisipatif Pemilu oleh Guru Ngaji di Kabupaten Brebes
Authors: Lukmanul Hakim  , Izzatusholekha Izzatusholekha
Published: June 2023

Election supervision is not only the task of the Election Supervisory Agency (Bawaslu), but the community is expected to play a role in supervising each stage. The role of the community is not only to give their voting rights during the implementation of elections, but also to oversee the process of the election stages. One of them is the role of the recitation teacher of the Diniyah Madrasah (Madin) in Brebes Regency, participating in the socialization of participatory supervision to the community regarding Election Supervision. The Communication Forum of Diniyah Takmiliyah (FKDT) of Brebes Regency participated in the training stage to become an election facilitator held by the Media Nusantara Development Association (PPMN) in collaboration with the Association for Elections and Democracy (Perludem). Furthermore, Bawaslu of Brebes Regency conducted an MoU with FKDT of Brebes Regency regarding the socialization of participatory supervision. FKDT is trained to have the ability to socialize through various means including election graphic design training, election journalists and election facilitators. The follow-up of the socialization is of course so that the community plays a role as a pioneer and reporter of election supervision.
Peran Sosial Media Instagram Sebagai Media Komunikasi Bisnis Dalam Peningkatan Penjualan Perusahaan Mangkok Manis
Authors: Framuditya Bagas Saputra  , Amyra Syalsabila  , Yurni Fadhillah  , Ricky Firmansyah
Published: June 2023

This study aims to analyze the role of social media Instagram as a medium of business communication in increasing sales at the Mangkok Manis company in Cihampelas, Bandung. This research process uses qualitative methods with a case study approach. In-depth interviews are a technique for collecting data, the interviews conducted are by interviewing the operational managers of the Mangkok Manis company and analyzing social media content. The results of the study show that Instagram is less influential in expanding market reach and increasing sales. In its marketing strategy, the Mangkok Manis company utilizes features such as Instagram Stories and Instagram Reels to promote its products. Apart from that, interaction with customers through Instagram Direct Messages is also very important to increase customer loyalty and build stronger relationships with them, but the results are indeed unsatisfactory in terms of increasing sales because the types of products they market are not suitable for long distances. delivery, but quite influential. in terms of increasing the popularity of the company. These findings indicate that the use of social media Instagram as a medium of business communication does not help Mangkok Manis to increase its sales.
Perkembangan Teknologi Sebagai Modus Scamming Di Laman Jual Beli Online
Authors: Retno Wahyu Ningsih  , Robi’ah Al Adawiyah  , Andhita Risko Faristiana
Published: June 2023

Indonesia is one of the countries with rapid technological developments. Through the development of this technology, of course, it will make it easier for the community to carry out activities, such as buying and selling online. Buying and selling online is very popular in the community, because for them it is very easy, fast and practical. However, along with the convenience that is presented in buying and selling online, it is often used by irresponsible persons to seek profit. The research method used is a qualitative research method. The main focus of this research is to see the reality that occurs in the field with the aim of digging up information about fraud in buying and selling and the laws that are applied. Researchers use this research because they want to clearly describe the technological developments that are used as a fraudulent mode of buying and selling online.
Pengaruh Penanganan Bagasi Rusak Terhadap Tingkat Kepuasan Penumpang Dari PT Kokapura Avia Di Bandar Udara Jenderal Ahmad Yani Semarang
Authors: Faishal Hilmy Fathurrachman  , Hodi
Published: June 2023

Airline companies strive to improve their performance in order to satisfy the growing interest in air transportation. Aviation service quality focuses on safety, comfort, efficiency, and speed. The Lost and Found Baggage unit plays a crucial role in building trust. The risks associated with lost, delayed, or damaged baggage have a direct impact on passenger satisfaction. The success of this unit depends on prompt response, attention, effective communication, adherence to operational standards, and adequate assurance. It is imperative for companies to collaborate with airport managers and relevant stakeholders. This study adopts a quantitative approach, which is a scientific method that utilizes numerical data and statistics to explain and understand social or behavioral phenomena. The data collection techniques employed in this study include questionnaires and documentation. The data analysis techniques comprise simple linear regression analysis, t-tests, and the coefficient of determination. The results indicate that the handling of damaged baggage has a significant positive effect on passenger satisfaction at PT Kokapura Avia, Jenderal Ahmad Yani Airport, Semarang. The regression coefficient suggests that a 1% improvement in damaged baggage handling leads to a 0.784 increase in passenger satisfaction. This variable accounts for approximately 49.3% of the variance in passenger satisfaction. However, it is important to note that other factors contribute to satisfaction by 50.7% and warrant further research.
The role of information skewness in shaping extremist content: A look at four extremists
Authors: Afzal Waseem
Published: June 2023

Introduction. Extremism—distinct from activism—poses a serious threat to the healthy functioning of a society. In the contemporary world, the ability of extremists to spread their narratives using digital information environments has increased tremendously. Despite a substantial body of research on extremism, our understanding of the role of information and its properties in shaping extremist content is sketchy. Method. To fill this gap, the current research has used ‘content analysis’ and ‘affective lexicon’ to identify and categorise terms from the publicly available online content of four extremists – two groups and two individuals. The property of information skewness provided the deciphering lens through which the categorised content was assessed. Analysis. Contextual categories of information relevant to all the extremists were developed to analyse the content meaningfully. Six categories of religion, ideology, politics-history, cognition, affection, and conation provided the framework used to analyse and deductively categorise the data using content analysis. The affective lexicon developed by Ortony et al. (1987) was used to identify words belonging to the categories of cognition, affection (emotions and feelings), and conation (behaviour/actions). Results. The findings reveal that the property of information skewness plays a significant role in shaping extremist content and two aspects of this property (a) intensity and (b) positivity or negativity can be used to (1) classify extremists into meaningful categories and (2) identify generalisable information strategies of extremists. Conclusions. It is hoped that the findings of this research will inform future enquiries into the role of information and its properties in shaping extremist content and help security agencies to effectively engage in information warfare with extremists.