bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Validity of Inquiry-Based Learning Tools on Students' Scientific Argumentation Ability
Authors: Nuzulah Dewi Firdausi , Kirana Tjandra , Ibrahim Muslimin
Published: March 2023

Objective: This study aims to describe the validity of inquiry-based learning tools on students' scientific argumentation abilities. The validity of the developed device is viewed from the aspects of content, language, and presentation. This type of research is pre-experimental without a control group. Method: The method used is the 4D model (define, design, and development), which is modified and implemented in the Postgraduate Program in Science Education, State University of Surabaya. The data collection technique was carried out using the learning device validation method. The assessment instrument uses a device validation sheet. The tools developed include LIP, ST, SAS, and students' scientific argumentation ability tests. Three biology lecturers assessed the validity of this inquiry-based learning tool. Data analysis was conducted quantitatively, and the Aiken validity index and reliability were calculated. Results:  The validation results obtained the validity index Aikens LIP 0.97, ST 0.93, SW 0.99, and scientific argumentation test 1.00 with high validity and reliability categories. Novelty: the researcher considers that not many previous studies have conducted research on the material of the Human Respiratory System, especially in class XI Science based on guided inquiry which includes five indicators of scientific argument, namely claims, ground used, warrants given, counterarguments generated and rebuttal offered. However, this research focuses on the validation analysis of inquiry-based learning tools on high school students' scientific argumentation abilities.
Islamic Educational Values in Local Wisdom Traditional Tradition of Mappogau Sihanua Karampuang Sinjai District
Authors: Mustamin Mustamin , Saleh Syamsudduha , Razak Abd. Rahim , Muchtar Ilham , Suriyati Suriyati
Published: March 2023

Objective: this research is a preliminary study that aims to describe the process of implementing traditional ceremonial traditions and Islamic values and the impact of acculturation of Islamic education on Mappogau Sihanua Karampuang. Method: This study uses field research with a descriptive qualitative approach. Data collection techniques are observation, interviews, and documentation. The subjects in this study were ten community leaders directly involved in implementing the Karampuang traditional ceremony and two educators. Results: This study found that in the Mappogau Sihanua tradition, several ritual processes must be passed, namely: Mabbahanang is deliberation, Mappaota. It is a request for permission or blessing. Mabaja-baja is cooperation to clean houses and traditional locations, menre ri fur (going up to the top of a mountain to release vows), mabbali sumange, preparing traditional medicines, and Malling is a prohibition on slaughtering livestock. The most numerous messages of value in the Mappogau Sihanua Karampuang time-honored tradition are moral values such as respecting each other, preserving the environment, respecting leaders, cooperation/helping each other, ukhuwah, and friendship values. Novelty: The novelty in this study is that the values of Islamic religious education can have a positive impact and give the Karampuang community new perspectives on something new in behavior.
Avaliação do impacto da pandemia de Covid-19 nos atendimentos em odontopediatria e na saúde bucal de crianças
Authors:   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Servelin Tony Victor , Paula Camila Duarte de ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Santin Gabriela Cristina ,   Universidade Estadual de Maringá - UEM, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Valarelli Fabricio Pinelli ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Freitas Karina Maria Salvatore de ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Oliveira Ricardo Cesar Gobbi de ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil.
Published: March 2023

Este estudo analisou o impacto da pandemia de Covid-19 nos atendimentos de odontopediatria e na saúde bucal de crianças, por meio de um questionário on-line. Foram 145 pessoas que responderam ao questionário; a idade média dos filhos foi de 7,36 anos (d.p.4,07). Sendo 53,8% que levaram seus filhos à odontopediatra durante a pandemia; 18,6% afirmaram que seus filhos tiveram urgência/emergência odontológica durante a pandemia: dor de dente (22,9%), dente quebrado (17,1%), gengivas inflamadas (8,6%) e trauma por queda (8,6%); 48,1% procurou atendimento odontológico. 44,1% afirmou que houve alteração na alimentação de seus filhos durante a pandemia.
Avaliação do infiltrado inflamatório de membranas de fibrina rica em plaquetas
Authors:   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Souza Edgar Faccin de , Luiz Júlia Jessika de Freitas ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Moreschi Eduardo ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Destefani Monike Mayra da Silva ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Queiroz Polyane Mazucatto ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Moreschi Ana Regina Casaroto ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil.
Published: March 2023

O trabalho avaliou o número de leucócitos de membranas de fibrina rica em plaquetas e leucócitos (L-PRF) em diferentes tempos de armazenamento. As membranas foram obtidas de amostras de sangue de doadores voluntários e divididas em grupos (n=10): 0, 30 e 180 minutos. A contagem de leucócitos ocorreu com cortes microscópicos nos campos proximais ao coágulo, transição coágulo/fibrina e distais ao coágulo. Independente da área, não foi observada diferença significativa (p=0,9887) quanto ao número de leucócitos entre os tempos de armazenamento. A membrana de L-PRF apresentou constante contagem celular em até 180 minutos após sua obtenção.
Avaliação in vitro da indução da síntese de colágeno em cultura de fibroblastos por ácido poli-L láctico e polidioxanona
Authors:   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Souza Ermino José , Barbosa José Ricardo de Albergaria ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Herrera Tambeli Claudia ,   Universidade Estadual de Campinas – Unicamp, Campinas, SP, Brasil., Parada Carlos Amilcar ,   Universidade Estadual de Campinas – Unicamp, Campinas, SP, Brasil., Rizzatti-Barbosa Celia Marisa ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil.
Published: March 2023

O envelhecimento da pele é acompanhado pela degradação do colágeno e das fibras elásticas, proteínas responsáveis pela resistência à tração e elasticidade da pele. A diminuição delas resulta em aumento da flacidez e enrugamento da pele. Alternativas minimamente invasivas como os bioestimuladores tem se destacado como forma de retardar os efeitos do envelhecimento. A polidioxanona em pó, surge como uma alternativa eficaz e segura. Sua capacidade de induzir a produção de colágeno numa cultura de fibroblastos humanos será comparada a do ácido poli-L-láctico (PLLA).
Avaliação sensorial e microbiológica de panquecas sem glúten com farinha de arroz enriquecida com mix desidratado de salmão e tilápia
Authors:   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Leite Julia Hirasaki , Gonçalves Milena Dias ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Souza Maria Luiza Rodrigues de ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Cardoso Amanda ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Grande Paula  Adriana ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil.
Published: March 2023

O presente trabalho teve como objetivo elaborar panquecas sem glúten com farinha de arroz enriquecido com mix desidratado de salmão e tilápia, com a finalidade de avaliar suas características sensoriais e microbiológicas. Os níveis de inclusão do mix desidratado de salmão e tilápia nas massas de panquecas foram de 0%, 5%, 10% e 15%. As panquecas avaliadas estavam aptas para o consumo, pois estavam dentro dos padrões microbiológicos abordados pela legislação brasileira. Portanto, o mix desidratado de peixe pode ser incluído no produto em até 15%, aumentando seu valor nutricional e sendo mais um produto sem glúten para os celíacos no mercado.
Características da identidade formal: um edifício para o Parque da Barreirinha em Curitiba
Authors:   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Avanci Renan Augusto , Silva Luisa Comino ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Nakamura Nathalia Carlis ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Felize Letícia Maria da Silva ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil.
Published: March 2023

A pesquisa explora a noção de identidade formal através dos estudos de Edson Mahfuz. O autor entende que uma arquitetura dotada de identidade se caracteriza por uma forma elementar, com economia de meios, descrição simplificada e relação com o contexto. Neste estudo, a aplicação dessas características é analisada junto ao projeto do edifício do Parque da Barreirinha idealizado por Domingos Bongestabs e Jaime Lerner no início da década de 1970 na cidade de Curitiba. A análise demonstra que o projeto, ao se configurar como um sólido geométrico, isento de ornamentação, descrição resumida e integração com o contexto, mune-se de identidade.
Comparativo das resistências à compressão do concreto convencional com o concreto autoadensável aos 28 dias
Authors:   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Cambiaghi Geovana dos Santos , Zamuner Lourival Domingos ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil.
Published: March 2023

É incessante na engenharia civil a busca por inovações visando o uso racional de tempo, materiais e mão de obra. O concreto, um dos insumos mais utilizados na construção civil, sofre modificações constantes a partir dessas inovações, que de um simples aglomerante passou a ser um dos principais produtos comercializados atualmente. Este trabalho tem por objetivo utilizar aditivo superplastificante redutor de água num traço de concreto autoadensável e comparar as resistências mecânicas à compressão finais do traço referência. Os resultados foram satisfatórios visto que houve um ganho de 28% da resistência final do concreto autoadensável sobre o concreto de referência.
Conhecimento dos acadêmicos sobre os aspectos relacionados ao uso da ivermectina durante a pandemia da Covid-19
Authors:   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Honorio Mariana Maria , Teston Ana Paula Margioto ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Araújo Daniela Cristina de Medeiros ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Chierrito Danielly ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil.
Published: March 2023

A doença do coronavírus SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) teve impacto na saúde mundial, sendo a ivermectina uma opção farmacológica utilizada durante o período de pandemia. O objetivo avaliar o uso da ivermectina durante a pandemia da Covid-19 e o conhecimento dos aspectos relacionados ao seu uso por acadêmicos do curso de Farmácia de uma instituição de ensino superior. Este estudo é do tipo transversal e descritivo, pelo qual um total de 49 acadêmicos participaram da pesquisa, maioria relatou conhecer a indicação, não acredita que a ivermectina impede o contágio pelo coronavírus e não fez uso do medicamento durante a pandemia.
Construção do plano de parto na perspectiva da gestante: da elaboração à execução
Authors:   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Palangani Emanoelle Aparecida , Gallina Mariane Zancanaro ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Senhorinho Maria Eduarda Tozo ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Ribeiro Helena Fiats ,   Universidade Estadual de Maringá - UEM, Maringá, PR, Brasil., Pelloso Sandra Marisa ,   Centro Universitário Ingá – Uningá, Maringá, PR, Brasil.
Published: March 2023

O plano de parto reúne elementos que dizem respeito aos direitos garantidos a todas as mulheres. O objetivo do estudo foi compreender o impacto da construção e execução do plano de parto na vida das gestantes atendidas no serviço público de saúde. Trata-se de um estudo qualitativo, descritivo realizado no período de agosto de 2021 a julho de 2022 em Maringá-PR. Apresenta a questão norteadora: "Como você conhece o plano de parto e como você elaborou o seu plano” e demonstrou que os serviços ainda não oferecem uma assistência de qualidade, a falta de comunicação entre o serviço e as gestantes acabam influenciando e forma negativa na assistência.
Effect of Formative Assessment on Students’ Conceptual Understanding of Physics Concepts among Secondary Schools in Ngoma District, Rwanda
Authors: Peter Gapfizi , Uwamahoro Jean
Published: March 2023

This study sought to establish the impact of formative assessment strategies on A-level students’ conceptual understanding of modern physics in selected secondary schools in Ngoma District, Rwanda using the experimental research design and a questionnaire as data collecting instrument. The study used the sample of 160 students, including 70 students in the Physics Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) combination and 90 students in the Physics, Chemistry and Biology (PCB) combination. During the intervention, the experimental group was given formative assessments mainly focusing on conceptual understanding of modern physics while the control group was assessed using the equation base problems. The study found out that assessment strategies have a significant positive effect on students’ conceptual understanding of learned materials. Based on the findings, the study recommended that in order for students to effectively comprehend concepts in physics, teachers have to use the formative assessment approach and properly design conceptual questions in their formative assessments. When this approach is effectively implemented, students will be able to master concepts in physics and perform well in their studies.
Contribution of Smart Class Platform on Grade Seven Students’ Achievement and Interest in Mathematics in Nyagatare District, Rwanda
Authors: Hagenimana Fidele , Niyobuhungiro Japhet
Published: March 2023

This study desalt with contribution of Smart Class platform on grade seven students’ achievement and interest in mathematics, using the experimental research design. The target population was 8620 grade seven students from 92 public secondary schools of Nyagatare District in Rwanda. Two schools were purposively selected as they fulfilled conditions of having students who can use computer assisted technologies very well. From the two sampled schools, 174 grade seven students were selected to participate in the study whereby 87 constituted the control and 87 constituted the experimental group. During the intervention, the control group was taught using conventional approaches while the experimental group was taught using technology. Data was analyzed using paired sample t-test. The study established that the use of technology in teaching significantly enhanced the mathematics achievement and interest of grade seven pupils in the experimental group who were taught using technology during the intervention period. Therefore, the use of technology enhanced both the interest and the achievement in mathematics. Based on the conclusions, the study recommends that teachers should use technology along with conventional ways in teaching mathematics so as to enhance mathematics interest and achievement in Secondary Schools.
Análisis sobre los derechos de las personas trans en el CRS Turi
Authors: Cárdenas Aucapiña Jennifer Estefanía , Ochoa Rodriguez Fernando
Published: March 2023

El proyecto de investigación sobre el análisis a la vulneración de derechos de personas trans dentro del CRS de Turi, realizando una revisión a la Constitución de la República del Ecuador, con relación a la Resolución No. 14- 2021 en concordancia con la Resolución Nro. SNAI-SNAI-2021-0016-R, normativas que vulneran derechos humanos, como salud, educación. El sistema carcelario del país no se encuentra apto para llevar a cabo la separación de las personas transgénero y transexuales, por considerar solamente el sexo, vulnerándose así el derecho a la identidad sexual, señalado en la Constitución de la República del Ecuador y demás tratados internacionales. Dentro de la presente investigación, la metodología aplicada fue la cualitativa, utilizada para recopilar datos, leyes, conceptos básicos, entre otros. Logrando evidenciar que la normativa es carente en el país sobre las personas trans, por lo cual debería realizarse modificaciones a dichas resoluciones y por ende a la Constitución.
Lessons learnt from a bibliometric study of DAAD scholarship holders
Authors: Mouton Johann , Costas Rodrigo , Dudek Jonathan
Published: March 2023

In this bibliometric analysis, the authors investigate the feasibility of collecting publications by DAAD-funded researchers and they explore insights into publication patterns that can be gathered from the outputs. While it was possible to extract a considerable set of publications, this process revealed the cruciality of unique author and publication identifiers. Regarding the affiliations of the funded researchers, an increase in connections with Germany can be observed around the funding period, with a large share continuing beyond the funding period. At the same time, German collaborators also establish additional links with sending countries as well. Finally, the DAAD funding can be linked to researchers and their work from a diverse set of countries, and various fields of science, although with a strong orientation towards the biomedical and health sciences and other natural sciences.
The artistic image of the Semenovskaya matryoshka in the Soviet and post-Soviet periods
Authors: Мазалевская Т.М.
Published: March 2023

Статья посвящена анализу художественного образа семёновской матрешки советского и постсоветского периодов. За столетнюю историю существования этой традиционной нижегородской игрушки менялись форма, художественно-стилевые особенности росписи, технология ее производства. Эти аспекты изготовления семёновской токарной куклы во второй половине XX века пока недостаточно осмыслены в искусствоведении. Данное исследование, обращаясь к современному образу семёновской матрешки, относит его в большинстве случаев к китчу. В статье приведена история создания семёновской матрешки, описаны классические примеры токарной куклы советского времени и после распада СССР, выявлены и проанализированы элементы китча в матрешке постсоветского периода, определены различия и сходство художественного воплощения игрушки двух периодов, намечены пути восстановления традиционного промысла.

The article is devoted to the analysis of the artistic image of the Semenovskaya matryoshka (Semenovo's matryoshka doll) of the Soviet and post-Soviet periods. Over the hundred-year history of the existence of this traditional Nizhny Novgorod toy, artistic and stylistic features and the technology of its production have changed. Initially, it was a unique style all its own to wed folk motives to the colour patterns of classical Russian easel painting, which was modified later. These aspects of the manufacture of Semenovo’s turning doll in the second half of the 20th century have not yet been sufficiently comprehended in art history. This study, referring to the modern image of the Semenovskaya matryoshka, refers it in most cases to kitsch. The article presents the history of the creation of the Semenovskaya matryoshka doll, describes the classic examples of this turning doll of the Soviet period and the late 20th century, identifies and analyses the elements of kitsch in the nesting doll of the post-Soviet period. The author identifies the differences and similarities in the artistic embodiment of the toy of the two periods, and outlines the development of the Semenovo painting.
The correlation between the artistic form and the image in still lifes of the graphic artist Valentin Teplov
Authors: Белокурова С.М.
Published: March 2023

В статье исследуется творчество красноярского художника-графика, академика Российской академии художеств Валентина Павловича Теплова. Акцент сделан на серии натюрмортов, которые рассмотрены в нескольких аспектах. Во-первых, в контексте изучения роли натюрморта в современном искусстве, его кризисного характера, связанного с отсутствием гармонии между тем, что изображено, и тем, для чего это сделано. Во-вторых, творчество художника исследуется с позиции современных и классических подходов к анализу натюрморта, его жанрового содержания, эстетической и смысловой составляющей. В-третьих, работы В.П. Теплова представлены в качестве примера наиболее удачных и художественно обоснованных решений в искусстве натюрморта как содержательного, так и изобразительного плана. Произведения в статье анализируются с точки зрения используемых средств художественной выразительности и их роли в раскрытии образа и содержания. Вывод, к которому приходит автор, касается важности структуры натюрморта, соотношения предметов, которое обеспечивает «диалогичность», а значит, и смысловую наполненность произведения.

The article explores the work of the Krasnoyarsk graphic artist, academician of the Russian Academy of Arts, Valentin Pavlovich Teplov. The emphasis is on a series of still lifes, which are considered in the following aspects. Firstly, in the context of studying the role of still life in contemporary art, its crisis nature associated with the lack of harmony between what is depicted and what it is done for. Secondly, the artist's work is studied from the standpoint of modern and classical approaches to the analysis of still life, its genre content, aesthetic and semantic component. Thirdly, the works of V.P. Teplov are presented as an example of the most successful and artistically substantiated decisions in the art of still life, both in terms of content and pictorial plan. The article analyses the artist's paintings from the point of view of the means of artistic expression used and their role in revealing the image and content. The author's conclusion concerns the importance of the structure of the still life, the correlation of objects, which provides a “dialogue”, and hence the semantic fullness of the picture.
The place of socialist realism in the history of twentieth-century art
Authors: Чирков В.Ф.
Published: March 2023

Календарь 2022 года ознаменован двумя крупными датами — 100-летием СССР и 90-летием Союза художников СССР. Содержательно обе институции связаны с историей изобразительного искусства советской эпохи, главным художественным методом которого был метод социалистического реализма. Это уникальный, не имеющий аналогов в истории мирового искусства художественный метод, основными жанрами которого в живописи были тематическая и жанровая картина, социальный, психологический и лирический портрет. В статье предпринята попытка показать, как в течение пяти десятилетий существования соцреализма (1930–1980-е) было создано великое множество произведений, прославляющих мир и труд советского человека — созидателя новой жизни. Одновременно признается и ограниченность метода, подчиненного официальной идеологии государства и ограничивавшего свободу творчества художников — в выборе тем и стилистических приемов организации формального пространства произведения живописи. Автор исследования относит к заслугам метода соцреализма сохранение и развитие художественно-педагогической школы в искусстве СССР и России.

In 2022, the 100th anniversary of the USSR and the 90th anniversary of the Union of Artists of the USSR were celebrated. Both institutions are connected substantively with the history of the Soviet fine arts, the main artistic method of which was the method of socialist realism. Socialist realism was a unique artistic method which had no analogues in the history of world art. Its basic genres in painting were thematic and genre paintings, social, psychological and lyrical portrait. The paper attempts to show how during the five decades of the existence of socialist realism (1930–1980-ies) a great number of works glorifying the world and the labour of the Soviet man-creator of a new life were created. At the same time, the author admits the limitations of the method that was subordinated to the official ideology of the state and limited the freedom of artists in the choice of themes and stylistic techniques of the formal space of the paintings. The author of the study attributes the merits of the method of socialist realism of the preservation and development of artistic and pedagogical school in the art of the USSR and Russia.
Images of Soviet life in the permanent exhibition of graphics in the State Art Museum of Altai Krai
Authors: Сидорова О.В.
Published: March 2023

Статья представляет результаты исследовательской работы в целях составления постоянной экспозиции для нового здания Государственного художественного музея Алтайского края. Основное внимание здесь уделено коллекции графических произведений советского периода, в частности работам, отражающим быт этого времени, которые объединяются по тематическому принципу. В основу разработки экспозиционной концепции и выбора материала положены научные труды, посвященные теоретическим проблемам истории и культуры повседневности, отдельным вопросам советского быта (организации труда и досуга, системе общественного питания, промышленному дизайну и моде и др.). В результате формально-образного поиска определен круг экспонатов, передающий дух эпохи, демонстрирующий связь между личностью и обществом. В статье дано описание избранных графических произведений — рисунков, офортов, литографий — Л.В. Сойфертиса, И.И. Большаковой, В.В. Каменского и Г.А. Травникова из фондов Государственного художественного музея Алтайского края.

The article presents the results of research work in order to form a permanent exhibition for the new building of the State Art Museum of Altai Krai. The main attention is paid to the collection of graphic works of the Soviet period. In particular, these are works that reflect the life of this period, which are combined according to the thematic principle. The development of the exposition concept and the choice of material are based on scientific works devoted to theoretical problems of the history and culture of everyday life, certain issues of Soviet life (organization of work and leisure, public catering system and services, industrial design and fashion, etc.). As a result of a formal-figurative search, a range of exhibits was identified that conveys the spirit of the era, demonstrating the connection between the individual and society. The article describes selected graphic works (drawings, etchings, lithographs) by L.V. Soyfertis, I.I. Bolshakova, V.V. Kamensky and G.A. Travnikov from the funds of the State Art Museum of Altai Krai.
Final report for the efficacy of withdrawals and recalls evaluation
Authors:   RSM Consulting UK LLP
Published: March 2023

Between 2016 and 2017, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) and Food Standards Scotland (FSS) reviewed the UK food sector. The aim of this review was to improve the way food is recalled within the UK. This review resulted in changes to the withdrawals and recalls system, including new guidance, changes to point of sales notices displayed in shops and additional training for food business operators (FBOs). RSM UK Consulting LLP (RSM) was asked to piece together and understand how effective this system has been. Objective 1: To understand how the changes were carried out Objective 2: To evaluate the success of the system redesign, the roles of the agencies, how aware the public is of the safety around their food, and how the FSA/FSS can improve their work in the future
American Crocodile (Crocodylus acutus)
Authors: Arteaga Alejandro
Published: March 2023

This is the species account about the American Crocodile (Crocodylus acutus), a chapter in the Reptiles of Ecuador book. This account summarizes novel as well as historical information (recognition, natural history, distribution, conservation, etymology, and relevant literature) about the species and provides maps and images to facilitate identification of this reptile in the field.
Association between lower phase angle and chronic kidney disease progression in type 2 diabetes patients
Authors: Low Serena , Pek Sharon Li Ting , Moh Angela Mei Chung , Khoo Jonathon , Ang Keven , Tang Wern Ee , Lim Ziliang , Subramaniam Tavintharan , Sum Chee Fang , Lim Su Chi
Published: March 2023

Introduction: Phase angle (PhA), derived from bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), is the angle of vector determined by the body’s resistance and reactance. It indicates cellular integrity and hydration status. Though extracellular volume excess was associated with chronic kidney disease (CKD) progression, the association between PhA and CKD progression is unknown. Matrix metalloproteinase-2 (MMP-2) is a member of zinc-dependent endopeptidase family and promotes renal interstitial fibrosis. We investigated association between PhA and CKD progression, and whether the association was through MMP-2 in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
Method: We conducted a prospective study on 1,078 patients with T2DM (mean age 58.9±9.1 years). PhA was measured using BIA. CKD progression was defined as ≥25% decrease in estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) from baseline with deterioration across eGFR categories. Multiplex immunoassay was used to quantitate MMP-2. We examined association between PhA and CKD progression using Cox proportional hazards model, adjusting for demographics, clinical parameters and medications.
Results: Over 8.6 years of follow-up, 43.7% of participants had CKD progression. Compared to tertile 3 PhA (higher level), tertiles 1 and 2 PhA were associated with higher hazards of CKD progression, with corresponding unadjusted hazard ratios (HRs) of 2.27 (95% confidence interval [CI] 1.80–2.87, P<0.001) and 1.57 (95% CI 1.24–2.01, P<0.001). The positive association between tertiles 1 and 2 PhA with CKD progression persisted in the fully adjusted model with corresponding HRs of 1.71 (95% CI 1.30–2.26, P<0.001) and 1.46 (95% CI 1.13–1.88, P=0.004). MMP-2 accounted for 14.7% of association between tertile 1 PhA and CKD progression.
Conclusion: Our findings revealed a previously unobserved association between BIA-derived lower PhA and CKD progression through MMP-2 in patients with T2DM.

Keywords: Bio-impedance analysis, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, matrix metalloproteinase, phase angle
Utilization of Genome Editing for Livestock Resilience in Changing Environment
Authors: NGENO Kiplangat
Published: March 2023

Climate change poses a significant threat to livestock production systems, including changes in temperature and rainfall patterns, increased frequency of extreme weather events, and the spread of diseases. The use of genome editing technologies presents a potential solution to mitigate the impacts of climate change on livestock. This paper reviewed the prospects of utilizing genome editing in mitigating the impact of climate change in livestock. Applications of genome editing in development of heat-tolerant, and disease-resistant as well as animals with improved feed and water use efficiency and reduced methane emissions are explored. Additionally, a potential breeding program for gene edited animals is proposed. There are several different genome editing techniques that can be used in livestock breeding, including CRISPR/Cas9, TALENs, and zinc-finger nucleases. These techniques involve introducing specific changes to the animal's genome, such as deleting or replacing genes, or introducing new ones. The technology has enormous potential for improving livestock breeding, as it allows for the creation of animals with desirable traits in a much shorter time frame than traditional breeding methods. Generally, it may take years or even decades to breed an animal with a specific trait using traditional breeding methods, whereas genome editing can achieve the same result in just a few generations. Genome editing can be used to mitigate the impact of climate change on livestock production by reducing the methane emissions by improving the efficiency of feed conversion and modifying the genes responsible for methane production. Technology can be utilized to improve livestock feeds by modifying genes involved in plant growth, development, and nutrient use. This lead to the creation of forages that are high yielding, more nutritious and better adapted to diverse production environments. Genome editing allows development of animals that are more resistant to diseases, which can help reduce the need for antibiotics and other treatments. This is particularly important given the growing problem of antibiotic resistance, which is a major concern in both human and animal health. Genome editing has the potential of developing animals that are thermo-tolerant, as well as animals with improved feed and water use efficiency. The proposed breeding program for gene-edited animals will ensure that the animals produced are healthy, genetically diverse, and meet the desired traits. In terms of ethical concerns, policies for genome editing ought to consider the potential for unintended consequences or the creation of animals with characteristics that are viewed as undesirable or unethical. Overall, genome editing technology has the potential to revolutionize livestock production and contribute to the global effort to mitigate the impact of climate change.
The Effect of Conflict Management, Work Environment and School Climate on Teacher Job Satisfaction at Madrasah Aliyah, Hulu Sungai Tengah District
Authors:   Master of Education Administration, Lambung Mangkurat University Banjarmasin, Indonesia, Agustina Yulia , Suriansyah Ahmad ,   Master of Education Administration, Lambung Mangkurat University Banjarmasin, Indonesia, Hadi Sutarto ,   Master of Education Administration, Lambung Mangkurat University Banjarmasin, Indonesia
Published: March 2023

This study aims to analyze the direct and indirect relationship between conflict management, work environment, school climate to teacher job satisfaction in Madrasah Aliyah Hulu Sungai Tengah Regency. This research is a correlational research with a quantitative approach. The study population was 263 Madrasah Aliyah teachers. The sample technique used was proportional random sampling of 159 people. Analysis of research data using descriptive statistics with path analysis. Data collection was carried out using instruments consisting of conflict management (15 items), work environment (20 items), school climate (20 items) and job satisfaction (25 items). Test the validity and reliability of the data using Alpha Cronbach. The research data were analyzed using path analysis to see direct and indirect relationships between variables, by first conducting normality tests, homoscedasticity tests, multicollinearity tests and correlation tests. The results showed that there is a relationship between: (1) conflict management with teacher job satisfaction, (2) conflict management with the work environment, (3) conflict management with school climate, (4) work environment with teacher job satisfaction, (5) school climate and teacher job satisfaction, (6) indirect relationship of conflict management through the work environment with teacher job satisfaction, (7) indirect relationship of conflict management through school climate with teacher job satisfaction
Interreligious Relations in Several Regions in Indonesia
Authors:   Faculty of Ushuluddin (Theology), State Islamic University “Syarif Hidayatullah” Jakarta-Indonesia, Tanggok M. Ikhsan
Published: March 2023

This article wants to explain about religious conflicts that occurred in several regions in Indonesia. All conflicts can be resolved properly and people of different religions can live in harmony with one another. Religious conflicts can be avoided if members of different religious groups can respect one another's differences. This research was conducted in 2019-2020, in several regions in Indonesia. The method used to collect data is observation and in-depth interviews with religious, traditional and government leaders. The findings in this research, the unfavorable relationship between religions is caused by factors outside of religion.
The Use of Oromo Traditional Medicine (Ethiopia): Reflection on the Use of Indigenous Knowledge Resources
Authors:   Arsi University, Kufi Endalew ,   College of Education and Behavioral Science
Published: March 2023

Traditional resources are used by local people in reliving different forms of illness. Such resources are not only produced and used but also cared for ethically, in a morally sustainable manner. This paper presents traditionally selected medical resources in Oromo that are present in the form of herbs, roots, vegetables and food items. The aim is to introduce the local medication system and help experiential exchange with other societies in Ethiopia and elsewhere. Oromo people are culturally vast and ethnically well-grounded as they have their own distinct system-Gadaa System- which has three forms of interchange. To Oromo, man is attached to God’s Law and abides by the existing social norm. An Oromo person also learns and acts to love and respect other members with due care and dignity. War or unwanted clashes are highly regulated and disregarded among Oromo society. Oromo people also share existing resources among themselves and others with kindness and ease of mind. The focus of this research, Oromo Traditional Medicine, is just a parcel of Oromo democratic and mutual beneficence.
Consumption Pattern Analysis of Water Consumption For Commercial Connections in Davao City
Authors: S. Tuyor Verlie , C. Salapa Aristeo
Published: March 2023

This study applied the fundamental time series analysis to evaluate the distribution, trend, and later forecast of water consumption for commercial connections by classification of Davao City Water District (DCWD). As such, this study examined the relationship between time and the water consumption of Davao City’s commercial connections over time. The monthly water consumption of commercial connections, categorized by classification per water source systems, was the data source for this study, which ran from January 2015 to December 2019. The four categories of commercial connections’ time series statistics suggested that, from 24 million cubic meters in 2018, commercial consumption dropped to 20 million cubic meters in 2019. This decline is explained by a decrease in consumption of commercials 2.0 and 1.25 classification. The data showed that during the first quarter of the year, increases were observed within five years (short-term). For commercial type 2.0, in 2022, forecasted water consumption would reach 14 million cubic meters in some improved areas of operations. Hence, specific forecasting by type of connection requires in-depth analysis. Thus, further study is required for long-term forecasting.
Cross-Selection Based Evolution Strategies
Authors: Khilkova Larysa O.
Published: March 2023

A search for an optimal value of a complex multi-dimensional continuous function is still one of the most pressing problems. The genetic algorithms (GA) and evolution strategies (ES) are methods to solving optimization problems that is based on natural selection, the process that drives biological evolution. Our goal was to use evolutionary optimization methods to find the global optimal value (minimum) of a non-smooth multi-dimensional function with a large number of local minimums. We took several test functions of different levels of complexity and used evolution strategies to solve the problem. The standard evolution strategies, which work well with smooth functions, gave us various points of local minimums as a solution, without finding the global minimum, for the complex function. In our work, we propose a new approach: the cross-selection method, which, in combination with previously developed methods - adaptive evolution strategies, gave a good result for the searth for the global minimum the complex function.
Determination of amygdalin in kernels and their products by liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry
Authors: Nguyen Ha Thanh , Tran Trung Thanh , Nguyen Thi Hong Ngoc , Cao Cong Khanh , Pham Thi Thanh Ha ,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   Hanoi University of Pharmacy, Hanoi, Vietnam
Published: March 2023

Amygdalin is a cyanogenic glycoside, a natural toxicant in Rosaceae spp. such as almonds, peaches, and apricots, and may appear in products containing them. Amygdalin, after being absorbed into the body, will be hydrolyzed and release hydrocyanic acid, which is capable of causing poisoning in humans. Liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) with negative mode electrospray ionization and multi-reaction monitoring (MRM) mode was used to develop and validate a method for determining amygdalin on food according to AOAC guidelines. Chloramphenicol was chosen as the internal standard. The mobile phase consists of two channels: channel A (formic acid 0.1%), channel B (acetonitril) and the solid phase is symmetry C18 column (3 mm × 150 mm, 3.5 μm). The method has been validated according to AOAC 2016 guidelines. The limit of detection and limit of quantitation of amygdalin in food was 15 and 50 μg/kg, respectively. The linearity ranges from 1.68 to 33.6 ng/mL. Recovery was from 86.2 to 110.0 %, and the relative standard was from 2.8 to 5.0 %. The validated method is applied to determine amygdalin content in some kernels and their products on Hanoi's market.  
Development of method for screening and quantification of some contaminants in rice
Authors: Dang Thu Hien , Kieu Thi Lan Phuong , Do Thi Thu Hang ,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam
Published: March 2023

Liquid chromatography - high resolution mass spectrometry (LC-HRMS) developed to screen some residues in rice. Pesticides, aflatoxin B1, aflatoxin B2, aflatoxin G1, aflatoxin G2 and quaternary ammonium surfactants were detected by the optimized method. Rice samples were extracted and cleaned by QuEChERS then analyzed by QExactive system with HESI ionization source for both negative and positive modes. The C18 reversed phase column was used and the mobile phase consists of water and Methanol containing 0.1% formic acid and 10 mM ammonium formate. The method was applied successfully to analyze 60 rice samples collected in Hanoi city. The results showed that 5 pesticides in 30 rice samples from 10.3 to 160 µg/kg.  
The status of microbiological contamination of water using to produce bottled drinking water in Khanh Hoa province in 2022
Authors: Nguyen Thi Ngoc Duyen , Le Quoc Phong , Tran Thi Thuy Nga , Dao Thi Van Khanh , Phan Thi Hoai Trinh , Do Thai Hung ,   Pasteur Institute in Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa, Vietnam,   Pasteur Institute in Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa, Vietnam,   Pasteur Institute in Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa, Vietnam,   Pasteur Institute in Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa, Vietnam,   Nha Trang Institute of Technology Research and Application, Khanh Hoa, Vietnam,   Pasteur Institute in Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa, Vietnam
Published: March 2023

Ninety-three samples of source water, used to produce bottled drinking water at bottled drinking water producers in Khanh Hoa province in 2022, were examined for microbiological criteria such as coliform, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and HPC (Heterotrophic Plate Count). Results indicated that 19/93 (20.4%) of samples did not meet the microbiological requirements according to QCVN 01-1:2018/BYT. In which, the percentage of microbiological unsatisfactory well water (42.9%, 6/14) was higher than that of tap water (16.5%, 13/79). The proportion of source water samples of bottled drinking water facilities that did not meet the microbiological requirements in Cam Lam district (83.3%) was higher than those of Cam Ranh (33.3%), Dien Khanh (30%), Ninh Hoa (13.6%), Nha Trang (8%), and Van Ninh (7.7%). Unsatisfactory microbiological criteria included coliform (16.1%), P. aeruginosa (15.1%), and E. coli (1.1%). In addition, there were 8/93 (8.6%) samples with HPC higher than the recommended limit (500 CFU/mL) of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The means of HPC, coliform, and P. aeruginosa were 4,2 × 102, 6,2 × 101, and 1,1 × 102 CFU/100 mL, respectively. Contaminated source water is one of the risks of microbiological contamination in finished bottled drinking water. Therefore, bottled drinking water producers in Khanh Hoa need to maintain good infection control and minimize the risk of microbial contamination from source water to finished bottled drinking water.  
A Review on the Critical Success Factors (CSF) Influencing Modular Integrated Construction
Authors: Krishnan S  , Sindhu Vaardini U
Published: March 2023

By sending some of the work done on-site to fabrication facilities, modularization, a new emerging approach, can improve the construction industry. Yet, there are few uses for it in the sector. To achieve higher degrees of modularization, the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) business needs new strategies. The goal of this study is to ascertain what modifications to the current EPC procedures are required to establish the ideal conditions for a wider and more efficient application of modularization. The success criteria must be understood in order to create such an atmosphere. The success factors are to be obtained from various reputed journals. With the addition of CSF enablers, a research team with expertise in this area created a comprehensive list of the most important critical success Factors. CSF enablers are extra measures that can help
Optimizing the Use of Iodinated Contrast Media for CT: Managing Shortages and Planning for a Sustainable and Secure Supply
Authors: CADTH
Published: March 2023

Shortages of iodinated contrast media (ICM) due to pandemic-related lockdowns and transportation disruptions have exposed vulnerabilities in supply chains for essential medical supplies.

Radiology associations, government agencies, and clinicians have suggested various strategies to address ICM shortages and strengthen supply chains.

A systems approach to managing ICM shortages could help ensure the involvement of health care providers from all relevant clinical specialties, administration and purchasing, as well as government and industry. Clear communication is key to managing a critical shortage of ICM.

Use of contrast-enhanced CT has increased and the ICM shortages may provide an opportunity to assess optimal use of ICM and reduce unnecessary exams.

ICM use carries environmental consequences that have not yet been fully managed. Strategies to reduce the use of ICM may also help mitigate the environmental impact.
Effect of Vocal Anesthesia on Adult Dental Patients during Covid-19 pandemic period
Authors: Alsunbuli Mudher MB. , Attyia Marwa A. , Hassan Amer , Ghazi Hasanain Faisal
Published: March 2023

BACKGROUND: Pain is as a major concern with dental patients. The dentist-patient interaction can reveal the presence of anxiety and fear, which may result in rise of pain. This study aimed to assess vocabulary communication as support to dental anesthesia on the adult dental patient.MATERIALS AND METHODS: This is a prospective, randomized clinical study, conducted from February 2020 through March 2021. Two hundred individuals (112 males, 88 females) of the age range (16 to 84 years) were separated into two groups for testing the level of pain during dental local anesthesia, with vocal communication and without vocal communication.RESULTS: While the control group showed no difference between males and females, there was a difference between the sexes in the experimental group with past dental visits, VAS and injection type having less anxiety (p=0.0001) while with education/VAS having (p£0.01) as appear in sex to age (p£0.05). There was no difference when data were compared by age, or type of anesthesia (inferior alveolar nerve block or infiltration technique).CONCLUSION: Dental anxiety can be alleviated by talking to the patients before the procedure, which could reduce the amount of pain.