bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Comparing the Status of Motivation Self-Regulation Strategies in Medical Students Before and After the Beginning of Clinical Education
Authors: M Salajegheh , H Nejadkoorki
Published: June 2024

Abstract
Introduction: Self-regulation motivation in medical students in clinical education is a key factor in their academic success. This study aims to compare the status of self-regulation motivation strategies in medical students before and after the beginning of clinical education at Kerman University of Medical Sciences in 2022.
Method: This semi-experimental single-group study used the Meta-Motivational Strategies in Medical Students Questionnaire for 80 medical students who were clerkships.
Results: The mean of self-regulation motivation strategies in medical students before entering the clinical education phase was 113.43, and at the end of the first semester of clinical education was 116.20. The results showed an increase in the status of self-regulation motivation strategies by medical students in the clinical education phase. The most self-regulation motivation strategy used by students before and after the start of clinical education was "Regulation of value".
Conclusion: Medical students use different strategies to regulate their motivation during clinical education. To maintain and increase the motivation of medical students, it is crucial to identify and strengthen self-regulation motivation strategies.
Evaluation of the Attitude of Medical Students of Ahvaz Jundishapur University toward Professionalism in the Year 2021 During the Covid-19 Crisis
Authors: F Tahmasebi Boldaji , R Arjmand , B Ghavami Hoseinpour , F Darari , E Navipour , T Bahmani , S Akbari
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Professionalism is a crucial aspect of the medical profession, encompassing the commitment to perform professional responsibilities and a correct understanding of the ethical and legal aspects of the profession. The attitude towards professionalism is the basis of the formation of behaviors in the field of medicine. The purpose of this study is to determine the attitude of medical students toward professionalism during the COVID-19 crisis.
Method: This study is a descriptive and analytical study conducted on 100 medical interns of Jundishapur University of Ahvaz during the Corona crisis. The data collection tool was the Penn State questionnaire on professionalism. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistical methods, Binomial non-parametric multiple regression, and Chi-square test. A significance level of less than 0.05 is considered.
Results: The results showed that 70% of the students had a positive and high attitude towards professionalism. The most crucial aspect of professionalism is the dimension of respect, which has the highest frequency at 89%. Multiple regression analysis by step-by-step method showed that gender and marriage variables are not significant and only age is significant. So professionalism decreases by .03 units with an increase in age.
Conclusion: The high level of professionalism in medical interns is a positive finding of this study. However, the direct relationship between age and professionalism is a concerning issue. Therefore, it is recommended that studies should be conducted to reduce the factors affecting professionalism during education.
Identifying the Factors Affecting e -learning by Synthesis of Research from Databases of (1389 to 1402 SH) and (2010 to 2023 AD)
Authors: A Mazlomi , Mahmouie Momeni
Published: June 2024

Introduction:  Given the importance of empathy in caring for patients, this study investigated the level of empathy and its associated factors among medical residents at Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences (AJUMS). Electronic education is a type of educational program that stems from the impact of technology, utilized to facilitate the learning process. Its purpose is to use this educational technology and its effects on the learning process, and the present research seeks the main factors affecting electronic education.
Method: The method of this research is qualitative and synthesis research, the statistical population, numerous types of research that have been conducted in domestic and foreign articles in the period(1389-1402 SH) and (2010-2023 AD), and analyzed the 6-step model of Roberts' research synthesis was used and in the data reliability check from the provided framework, four criteria; believability, transferability, reliability, and confirmability were used.
Results: The findings in this research showed that the effective dimensions in electronic education include technology-oriented, need-oriented, learning-oriented, communication-oriented, program-oriented, obstacle-oriented, motivation-oriented, and development-oriented dimensions, respectively.
Conclusion: In this study, we found that given that e-education is used in all sciences, this research is a suitable model for learners.
A comparative Study of the Fifth Generation University in Iran's Higher Education (case study: Iran and Selected Countries)
Authors: S Soleiman , E Salehi Omran , Z Karamkhani
Published: June 2024

Introduction: This study aimed to study the comparison of fifth generation universities in higher education in Iran and selected countries in a qualitative and comparative way.
Method: In this research, the Kandel method was used to identify the components of the fifth generation university, and the Boley method was used to analyze the data to extract common and non-common components. The data collection method was web-based and purposive sampling. By checking the keywords in the databases, the articles that were published in both English and Farsi in the field of the components of the fifth generation university until September 21, 2022 were selected and carefully studied and analyzed
Results: With thematic analysis of 23 components of the fifth spiral model to¬ as the base model of the fifth generation university.5 Components that were abundant between one and 3 countries were removed and the effective components that were abundant in more than 5 countries remained. After the merger of the component, which was of a single nature, 3 similar components (sensitive to the environment) were. The developer of environmental sustainability and the use of fashion 3 for the production of knowledge and innovation and 15 components between selected countries and Iran were extracted as differential components. 
Conclusion: Finally, according to the results of this research, in order to reach the fifth generation university, the need to design and present appropriate strategies by managers and decision makers، To reduce the distance of differential universities with the leading universities in this field.
The future of medical education in the shadow of Chatbots
Authors: N Kashefinejad , A Zare
Published: June 2024

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Identifying and Prioritizing Economic Opportunities for Medical Tourism Management: An Analytic Hierarchy process
Authors: Abbasian-Naghneh Salman
Published: June 2024

Background: As a growing industry, medical tourism includes many economic opportunities. This industry is the largest and most diverse industry in the world, with a foreign currency income which is equal to the automotive and military weapons industries. The aim of the current research is to identify and prioritize economic opportunities related to medical tourism management, using the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) as a multi-criteria decision-making tool.
Methods: This was a descriptive-survey research with an applied and cross-sectional approach. A survey method was used to collect data, so this study can be classified as field research. The statistical population of the research included 25 people with experience and expertise selected through purposive sampling in the fields of management, tourism, and medicine. The method of collecting data was in the form of library and field studies. The tool for collecting data was a questionnaire of paired comparisons and a check sheet. Data analysis was done with AHP method and Expert Choice 11 software. After collecting the paired comparison questionnaire and calculating the geometric mean, the inconsistency rate of the questionnaires was less than 0.1, which showed that the data had the required validity.
Results: First, using library studies, economic opportunities related to medical tourism were identified. These opportunities included cash generation, technological advancements, job creation, diversification of tourism industry, development of health care infrastructure, knowledge transfer and cooperation, services and ancillary industries, and regional development and diversification of economic activity. Opportunities were prioritized using the AHP method. Cash generation with relative importance of 0.191 was ranked first, job creation with relative importance of 0.162 was second, and technological advances was ranked third with relative importance of 0.131. Diversification to economic activities with a relative importance of 0.45 was ranked ninth which was the lowest.
Conclusion: Strategic marketing, delivering quality healthcare services, competitive pricing, specialized medical care, patient-centered experience, collaboration and partnership, continuous improvement, and strengthening medical tourism infrastructure are the pillars through which medical tourism management can not only generate sustainable revenue but also provide invaluable healthcare services to patients from across the globe.
Fuzzy Interpretive Structural Modeling regarding Factors Affecting Employees’ Experience Management in Mashhad University of Medical Sciences
Authors: Kheyr Vahid Ghadam , Farhangi Ali Akbar , Danaee Abolfazl , Shakeri Mohammad Taghi
Published: June 2024

Background: Employees are considered internal customers of the organization, and today, employee’s experience has become a prominent topic in the field of human resources. This study aims to model the factors affecting employees’ experience management in Mashhad University of Medical Sciences using fuzzy interpretive structural modeling.
Methods: This applied study was descriptive-analytical conducted in 2023. 10 faculty members, managers, and staff of Mashhad University of Medical Sciences were selected using a purposive sampling method. Interpretive Structural Modeling (ISM) questionnaire consisting of a 7x7 matrix was then given to them, and they were asked to find the contextual relationship between the variables based on the pairwise comparison scale. In the analysis section, fuzzy interpretive structural modeling and MICMAC analysis were used to structure and analyze the status of the factors.
Results: 7 organized themes (organizational, physical environment, technological, job, managerial, cultural, and individual factors) were identified for employees’ experience in Mashhad University of Medical Sciences. Findings showed that cultural and managerial factors are at the lowest level of the structure and have more influence and less dependence. In other words, these are the most influential factors on employees’ experience. Job, technology, and organizational factors were placed at the second level. In contrast, individual and physical factors were at the highest level of the structure and had less influence and more dependence on other factors.
Conclusion: The findings indicate that Mashhad University of Medical Sciences should focus on strengthening and improving cultural and managerial factors to improve employees’ experience. Additionally, attention to job, technology, and organizational factors, along with addressing individual employee’s needs and providing a favorable physical environment, are essential for employees’ effective experience management at the university. This study, by providing a comprehensive model of factors influencing employees’ experience, assists universities and other organizations in gaining a deeper understanding of this concept and developing effective strategies for its enhancement.
Identifying Effective Policies in the Development of Knowledge-Based Companies in the Medical Field
Authors: Aghakouchak Mohammad Mehdi , Chenari Vahid , Daniali Dehhoz Mahmoud , Makvandi Foad , Amirnejad Ghanbar
Published: June 2024

Background: Considering the development of a knowledge-based economy in the world and Iran, identifying the effective components in the development of knowledge-based companies in the medical field is essential in line with the policy and economic development of the country.
Methods: In this qualitative research, data was collected through in-depth and semi-structured interviews from faculty members, specialists and managers of organizations in charge of the country's knowledge-based ecosystem. The statistical population was selected by snowball sampling, and the scientific interviews continued until the theoretical saturation stage, and finally 19 interviews were conducted. All data were analyzed based on Brovan and Clark's six-step theme analysis method.
Results: From data analysis, three main themes including the factors of " revision of the general policies of the country", "creating a suitable economic platform" and "revision of the performance of institutions in charge of knowledge-based economy" and 37 subthemes were extracted which were regarded as effective factors in the development of knowledge-based companies in the medical field.
Conclusion: It is necessary to review the general and executive policies of the country for the development of knowledge-based companies, and the government must provide the basis for the development of knowledge-based companies by creating a suitable economic context, fighting economic rents, creating economic stability and reforming the banking network. It is also necessary to review the processes in the Deputy of Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy and the Ministry of Health, Treatment and Medical Education.
Configuring Desired Payment Systems in Healthcare with the “Iranian Tar Model”
Authors: Ferdosi Masoud , Ferdowsi Amin
Published: June 2024

Background: Payment systems in healthcare organizations are critical, behavioral, and dynamic. Given the existing challenges in payment systems, characterized by imbalances in payment amounts and inequitable ratios within and across job categories, there is a pressing need for a novel model to configure desired payment systems which proposed in this paper.
Methods: A narrative review was conducted using the PubMed, and ScienceDirect databases with the keywords "payment methods" or "payment system" and "characteristics" or "components" and their Persian equivalents. A total of 16 articles were selected. Additionally, protocols for physician compensation methods and nursing service tariffs from the past five years were obtained and reviewed from the Ministry of Health website. Finally, a novel model was developed based on the research team's expertise and inspired by the Iranian Tar instrument.
Findings: The Iranian Tar Model is introduced as a guide for configuring desired payment systems. This model incorporates six tuning pegs (sufficiency, savings, desired behavior, ease of calculation, distinction, and equity) paired in twos within three axes for configuring payment systems. The positioning of common payment systems (including salary, capitation, Fee-for-Service, and Pay for Performance methods) within the three axes of the model is examined.
Conclusion: Previous studies have addressed payment system parameters in isolation, with limited attention to their interconnectedness. The Iranian Tar Model's six interrelated tuning pegs empower organizations to effectively configure their payment system at individual, intra-group, and inter-group levels.
Long-term Outcomes of Children with Myelomeningocele and the Quality of Life in Survivors
Authors: Çakmak Hatice Mine , Önbaş Ömer , Tuncer Cengiz , Kocabay Kenan , Kılıç Güven , Zamur Çağatay , Sav Nadide Melike , Türay Sevim , Öz Büşra , Duru Soner , Çevik Fatma Zehra
Published: June 2024

Objective: Myelomeningocele causes chronic health conditions and diminished quality of life. Therefore, we evaluated the data of 101 children with MMC (myelomeningocele) and aimed to compare the quality of life between children with MMC and their siblings. Children with MMS have a diminished quality of life with social and behavioral aspects and health issues.
Method: This retrospective study collected the data from electronic files. KIDSCREEN 10 quality of life instrument was used for measuring the quality of life.
Results: Of 101 children, 93 were survivors. Comparing the survivors (n=93) with their siblings, survivors had lower HRQoL (health-related quality of life) scores in subdimensions of physical well-being (p
Investigating The Relationship Between Financial Factors And P/E Ratio Of Listed Steel Companies On Vietnam Stock Exchange
Authors: Nguyen Van Quan , Bui Do Huyen My , Bui Doan Gia Binh
Published: June 2024

The importance of the steel industry and its continuous development for steel companies in developing countries may lead to potential investment opportunities for investors in the stock markets. With the direct impact of financial indicators, this study was conducted with the main purpose to investigate the relationship between financial factors and price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of listed steel companies on Vietnam Stock Exchange. The research was conducted with quantitative method through collecting secondary data with 13 listed businesses in the period of 2013-2022. The findings indicated that dividend payout ratio, earnings growth and stock price respectively have a decreasing positive impact on P/E ratio. In contrast, earnings per share shows a non statistical relationship with P/E. This will be an important basis for proposing management and policy implications for policy makers, businesses and investors to promote favorable a stock investing environment through a wise assessment of P/E ratio.
Assessment of Perceived Stress among Dental Students in India - A Cross Sectional Study
Authors:   Assistant Professor (Grade I), Physiology, Dr B C Roy Multi Speciality Medical Research Centre, IIT Kharagpur, India, Chatterjee Mandrita
Published: June 2024

Assistant Professor (Grade I), Physiology, Dr B C Roy Multi Speciality Medical Research Centre, IIT Kharagpur, India
Unusual Case of Pulmonary Tuberculosis Presenting as Imaging Counterfeit of Lung Cancer - A Case Report
Authors:   Medical Officer, Civil Hospital, Chopal, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India, Thakur Dr Ananya
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Tuberculosis (TB) is a global health problem with alarming rate of morbidity and mortality. With its multitude presentation, it is considered a diagnostic chameleon as it may resemble several clinical conditions including malignancy, given similarities between the two conditions in terms of clinical and imaging features. Case Report: Here we present an illustrating case of an 83-year-old nonsmoker male who presented with intractable cough of two months duration. The blood parameters and sputum reports were not contributory to a specific diagnosis. His computed tomography (CT) imaging findings suggested a heterogeneously enhancing mass in right lower lobe and favored a diagnosis of lung cancer. So, for confirmation he underwent a transcutaneous CT guided lung biopsy for the mass but interestingly on histopathological evaluation, it turned out to be tuberculosis. Discussion: Tuberculosis is a communicable and preventable disease. Pulmonary TB (PTB) can mask or imitate lung cancer imaging features. A battery of tests is available to differentiate between the two, however, microbiological and histopathological results are the gold standard. An accurate diagnosis is must to initiate appropriate treatment and to avoid toxic chemotherapy and unnecessary surgery. Conclusion: Pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB) can have an atypical radiological presentation where it counterfeits lung cancer imaging. The case highlights that a diagnosis of PTB should always be considered in a TB endemic country like India. Keywords: Pulmonary tuberculosis, Lung cancer, Contrast enhanced computed tomography
Maternal Lipid Profile Changes in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Authors:   Consultant Biochemist, Pink Breast Cancer Center, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, Vijayalakshmi Dr R.
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Pregnancy is commonly recognized as a state of physiological and temporary insulin resistance. This condition is driven by high concentrations of steroid hormones such as progesterone, estrogens, prolactin, cortisol and placenta-derived human placental lactogen. All of these are diabetogenic and combined cause for decreased sensitivity of insulin receptors within target tissues. Women with prior GDM are at greater risk for developing hypertension, hyperlipidaemia and electrocardiogram abnormalities. Materials and Methods: seventy five patients with Gestational diabetes mellitus and 75 healthy Normal pregnant women were enrolled for the study after the institutional ethical committee’s clearance was obtained. The fasting blood samples of the study subjects were evaluated for the glucose, lipid profile, Glycated Haemoglobin (HbA1c), Malondialdehyde (MDA) and calculated BMI. Results: Lipid peroxidation is enhanced in GDM group as MDA values have elevated significantly (p < 0.0001) compared to normal pregnancy. Total cholesterol (p< 0.001) and LDL (p = 0.001) are found to be significantly higher in GDM, but there are no significant differences in triglycerides and HDL between normal and diabetic pregnant women. Obesity is observed in GDM group as their BMI (p < 0.001) is significantly higher than that of the control group. Conclusions: It was found that GDM is associated with hyperlipidaemia as evidenced by the significantly elevated total cholesterol and LDL concentrations. Obesity and lipid peroxidation are significantly high in GDM. Keywords: Gestational diabetes mellitus, HbA1c, lipid profile, lipid peroxidation, BMI.
Case report: Ossifying fibroma
Authors:   Post Graduate Student, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Dental College & Hospital, Solapur, Maharashtra, Mote Dr Tanuja Vliasrao
Published: June 2024

Ossifying fibroma is a benign fibro-osseous tumor, also known as central fibro-osteoma, cementoossifying fibroma, cementing fibroma. This neoplasm arises from the periodontal ligament and shows slow growth and proliferation of cellular fibrous tissue with varying amounts of osseous products such as bone, cementum or a mixture of both. Ossifying fibroma is a localized, asymptomatic swelling with cortical expansion in the mandible rather than the maxilla in mandible in the premolar and molar region in the third to fourth decade of life with female predilection. Radiologically, the lesion shows a welldefined, mixed radiolucent-radiopaque internal structure. Ossifying fibromas can grow to large sizes resulting in aesthetic and functional deformities. Hence, we present a classic case of an 18-year-old male patient with ossifying fibroma on the left body of the mandible, with all clinical, radiological and histopathological features, along with a brief discussion. Keywords: ossifying fibroma, benign fibro-osseous tumor, central fibro-osteoma, cemento-ossifying fibroma, cementifying fibroma.
Case study of Panchvalkala Kwath for Sitz Bath & Abhayarishta, Kumaryasav & Kshar sutra Application in management of Bhagandar w.s.r to Fistula- in- Ano
Authors:   PG Scholar Dept. of Shalya Tantra GACH Patna, Pathak Dr Chandan Kumar
Published: June 2024

Fistula in Ano is a chronic inflammatory condition having a tubular structure with opening in the Anorectal canal at one end and surface of perineum or perianal skin on the other end. Any opening in perianal area with chronic pus discharge indicates fistulous tract. Prolong sitting, unhygienic condition, obesity, repeated irritation due to hair may increase the risk of occurrence. In Ayurveda it is correlated with Bhagandar and Acharya Sushruta mentioned five types of Bhagandar. He had explained Shastra karma along with Kshar karma and Bheshaja chikitsa for treatment. Here a case of fistula in Ano in a 21 years male patient was examined in Shalya OPD and treated with Ksharsutra, considering it as an ideal procedure in treatment of Bhagandar as it cuts and curettes the unhealthy tissue present inside the fistulous tract. An Anal fistula can heal more quickly after taking a sitz bath. The warm water helps ease pain and suffering while also reducing inflammation. Moreover, it can aid in maintaining cleanliness in the affected area, lowering the chance of infection. Abhayarishta and Kumaryasav can be used as a laxative to help manage constipation. Keywords: Bhagandar, Fistula-in-Ano, Kshar Sutra, Abhayarishta.
A Study on the Clinical Profile of Cholinergic Insecticide Poisoning in a Tertiary Care Centre in Kerala
Authors:   Professor & HOD, Dept. of General Medicine, Govt. T.D. Medical College, Alappuzha, Raghavan Dr Suresh
Published: June 2024

Introduction In India, insecticides pose a significant risk of poisoning, particularly in rural households where they are readily accessible and frequently employed for deliberate self-harm. Acute organophosphate (OP) poisoning represents a critical medical emergency and stands as a significant contributor to both mortality and morbidity rates. Among the various insecticides, OP poisoning stands out as the most commonly encountered. Patients afflicted with OP poisoning may experience respiratory failure due to several factors, including the aspiration of gastric contents, excessive secretions, pneumonia, and septicemia, which can further escalate into acute respiratory distress syndrome1 . Objectives To determine the clinical profile of cholinergic insecticide poisoning at the Government Medical College, Alappuzha, in both medical wards and the ICU.
Case study of Pasanbhedadi Churna & Varunadi Kawath in Mutrashmari w.s.r. Urolithiasis
Authors:   PG Scholar Dept. of Shalya Tantra GACH Patna, Pathak Dr Chandan Kumar
Published: June 2024

Ashmari comes under Mutravaha srotovikara and Ashtamahagada as described in Sushruta Samhita. In Sushruta Samhita it is explained that the formation of Mutrashmari is due to drying up of Kapha because of the action of Vata and Pitta. Mutravega avarodha or Vegadharana is another cause attributed to the formation of Ashmari. The incidence of Renal Calculi is 1-3% in adult population. In general population the incidence is increasing due to metabolic derangement. Most common type of renal stones is Oxalate stone, which accounts for 70% of all Renal stones. Cakradatta mention Pasanbhedadi Churna and Varunadi Kwath are useful to treat Ashmari. In X-ray about 90 %of Renal Calculi are radio-opaque. Keywords: Mutrashmari, renal calculi, Chakradatta, Pasanbhedadi Churna, Varunadi Kwath.
Observational Study on osteoarthritis of the knee
Authors:   Orthopedic Department, Benghazi Medical Center, Alfadli Mustafa M
Published: June 2024

Knee Osteoarthritis (KOA) is a common cause of functional impairment reducing independence in the elderly and increases cost. Aims: To assess factors associated with KOA Settings and Design: demographic and clinical data collected in a questionnaire. Methods and Material: Prospective cross-sectional study was performed over a period of 12 months. Patients attending orthopaedic clinic at Benghazi Medical Centre [BMC] with knee pain were included. Statistical analysis: Data were analysed by SPSS-version 23. Descriptive statistics to present numbers and percentages and Inferential statistics (x2 ) used to find difference in distribution of variables between groups, P-value ≤ 0.05 was considered significant. Results: Six Hundred and Sixty-Four (664) patients with KOA were included, 76.7% females and 23.3% males. 78.6% of the females were housewives, 40% of the males were retired, 38.7% of these were heavy labourer. 26.2 % were diabetic, 32.4 % were hypertensive. Bilateral KOA were 40%, 60.1%, and 76.8% in patients aged ≤40, 41-60 years and >60 years respectively. Right knee was involved in (22%) in age group 40-60 years, left knee (38.3%) in age group ≤ 40years (p = 0.0001). Stage 4 KOA and Body Mass Index [BMI] ≥ 35 km2 (61% in males) and (68% in females) with (p 0.005). Conclusions: Obesity and female gender are significant risk factors for Osteoarthritis of the knee. Age and BMI determine the severity and the bilaterally of KOA. Keywords: Osteoarthritis, knee, Body weight Age ,Occupation, Gender
Exploring the Antibacterial Efficacy of Silver Nanoparticles Synthesized through Abiotic Stress-Induced Germinated Seeds of Vigna radiata: A Comparative Analysis
Authors: Abraham Tissamol , Theertha K. P. , Ashok Sachin K. , Joseph Jebin , Sajini T
Published: June 2024

The novel microwave-assisted green synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) from stress-induced germinated seeds of Vigna radiata (VR) is explored in this research. AgNPs were successfully synthesized using abiotic stress-induced germinated seeds of VR, induced by salinity, drought, and heavy metals such as sodium chloride (NaCl), polyethylene glycol (PEG), and a chromium solution, respectively. The characterization of the synthesized AgNPs was performed using various techniques, including UV-visible spectrophotometer, dynamic light scattering (DLS), zeta potential, XRD, FT-IR, and FE-SEM. The concentration of AgNPs synthesized from Vr-NaCl, Vr-Cr, Vr-PEG, and Vr-DW followed the order Ag/Vr-DW > Ag/Vr-NaCl > Ag/Vr-PEG > Ag/Vr-Cr. Notably, the synthesized AgNPs exhibited significant antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. A comparative analysis of the antibacterial efficacy of AgNPs synthesized using different stress-induced VR seed extracts revealed that AgNPs from PEG stress-induced germinated seeds of VR displayed excellent antibacterial activity. These findings underscore the potential of stress-induced germinated seeds of VR as a promising resource for producing AgNPs with exceptional antibacterial properties, thereby opening avenues for the development of innovative antimicrobial agents.
The Nutritional Value of Non-bovine Milk: An Approach from a Health Perspective: A Review
Authors: Gawai Kunal M. , Hati Subrota , Parmar Manishkumar
Published: June 2024

Several nutrients and health-promoting ingredients, including oligosaccharides, lipids, bioactive peptides, premium proteins, minerals and vitamins, are found in higher concentration in non-bovine milk. Because non-bovine milk contains proteins with varying structures and amino acid compositions, it is remarkably diversified. On the other hand, bioactive peptides derived from non-bovine milk offer promising prospects for the advancement of functional foods and other health-related sectors. As a consequence, generating novel products. Peptides derived from non-bovine milk are an intriguing source for functional meals with superior nutritional profiles because of their biofunctionalities and lack of negative effects. Camel milk stands out among these non-bovine milk alternatives because of its exceptional nutritional value, ease of digestion and health-promoting qualities like its ability to fight inflammation, bacteria and hyperlipidemia.
Clinical Evaluation of Bioglass for Long Bone Fracture Repair in Dog
Authors: Rutuja Sawant , Yadav G.U. , Lokhande D.U. , Khandekar G.S. , Harshal Patil , Saini Dishant , Tanaji Mane
Published: June 2024

Background: Six dogs irrespective of age, breed and sex affected with long bone fractures were subjected to clinical evaluation. Methods: Locking compression bone plating was done for stabilization of fracture and bio glass putty was used as gap filler in interfragmentary spaces. The clinical, radiographic, hemato-biochemical evaluation was done pre-operatively and post-operatively at periodic intervals. Result: The study concluded that bio glass could be used as space filler for repair of long bone fractures in conjugation with primary stabilization with locking compression plate.
Diversity Analysis for Phenotypic and Qualitative Traits of Broad Bean (Vicia faba L.): an Underutilized Vegetable Crop of India by Multivariate Analysis
Authors: Thamaraiselvi S. P. , Raja A. Ajay , Geethanjali S. , Raja P. , Karthikeyan S.
Published: June 2024

Background: Broad bean (Vicia faba L.) is an important protein rich underutilized vegetable crop cultivated for its tender green pods and dry seeds. The present study was carried out to assess the genetic divergence among the broad bean genotypes collected for developing high-yielding cultivars. Methods: The experimental material consisted of 20 broad bean genotypes, raised in randomized block design with three replications at Horticultural Research Station, Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu, India during Kharif 2023. Data concerning 12 quantitative traits and 7 qualitative traits underwent examination using Mahalanobis D2 statistic, principal component analysis and stepwise multiple regression analysis. Result: The cluster analysis categorized the genotypes into nine clusters, with the highest number of genotypes in Cluster II (4) and the lowest in Clusters VII, VIII and IX (1 each). Cluster IV displayed the highest intra-cluster distance (D2=3358.2), signifying substantial variation among the genotypes within this cluster. The largest inter-cluster distance (D2=316.9) was observed between Clusters I and VII, indicating significant divergence from other clusters, suggesting that genotypes within these clusters could be valuable as diverse parents for hybridization and selection. The PCA combined with stepwise multiple regression analysis highlighted the primary variations and traits influencing pod yield.
Interlanguage Analysis: How morpheme order studies do not necessarily apply to every situation
Authors: Basori Muchamad Adam
Published: June 2024

Much research on language acquisition, from nativist to interactionist, describes Morpheme Order Studies as a major development in second language acquisition.  This paper intended to discuss how spoken data from a Japanese student could be used to indicate the level of acquisition of English morphemes attained via the processability theory but actually determined that an order of acquisition does not necessarily apply.  Results showed that the informant varied in success in supplying correct morphemes in obligatory contexts, that her first language did not interfere with her second language acquisition and the accuracy of using morpheme order sequence to determine the level of acquisition breaks down because learner’s developmental sequence is unpredictable.
WRITING ON THE WALL: INTEGRATING PADLET IN ESP WRITING CLASSROOMS
Authors: Suparmi Suparmi
Published: June 2024

Learning to write English on a wall is what a Padlet may look like to those who have used this virtual pinboard. This digital tool is easy to use yet effective for assisting students in learning to write. This study investigated the effectiveness of integrating Padlet on students’ writing skills in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) classrooms. 78 ESP students at a State Islamic University participated in this study. To collect data, pre and post-tests were administered. The data was analyzed using the t-test for independent samples. The results from the pre-post tests showed a significant enhancement in students’ writing skills. The results revealed that the integration of Padlet is effective in improving students’ writing skills in English language learning. Lastly, practical and essential suggestions related to the result of the study are discussed, particularly for future researchers, English language teachers, and ESP students.
The Perceptions of English Education Students Towards the Use of Code-mixing in English and Teaching Learning Process at UIN Sayyid Ali Rahmatullah Tulungagung
Authors: Zubaedah Zubaedah , Chojimah Nurul
Published: June 2024

This study aims to find out the perceptions of English education students in the sixth semester toward the use of code-mixing in the main activity of the teaching and learning process at UIN Sayyid Ali Rahmatullah Tulungagung. The research design is a survey with a quantitative approach. The data were obtained from 26 English students in the sixth semester that had filled out a link questionnaire that had been distributed. Based on findings obtained from the questionnaire, revealed that 77% of students have a positive perception, they also agreed that the use of code-mixing has a positive impact on them; it can be used to make fun and lively learning in the classroom and easy to understand the lesson. 19% of students have a neutral perception of the impact of code-mixing. Then, 4% of students who have a negative perception think that code-mixing does not positively impact them, and they feel uncomfortable when using code-mixing in the English teaching and learning process.
Need Analysis of Flipped Learning English-Based Speaking Materials for Faculty Economics and Business Students
Authors: Chusna Sumti , Mukminatien Nur , Laksmi Ekaning Dewanti
Published: June 2024

Today's workplace requires workers to master English speaking skills. Preparing the students to communicate in the future workplace; English speaking materials must be well designed and developed. Need Assessment is the vital step to develop a learning material. This research focuses on mapping out the student's needs in the Foreign Language for Specific Course (FLSP) speaking class at the Faculty of Economic and Business, in one of a private university in Malang, Indonesia. This research contributes as a basis to develop speaking materials which aims at providing adequate materials fit to the industrial need. This study uses a qualitative research method which aims at obtaining complete and comprehensive data. Questionnaires and interview were employed to collect the data from 131 students, 2 lectures, and 3 professional business workers. The finding shows the student's English proficiency level ranging from A1 to BI CEFR level, case study as the teaching method, performance-based assessment as the assessment method, the suggested business topic materials, and the evaluation of the existing class.
Literary Works for Early-Age Students: Knitting Social Class, Literacy, & Culture in Parenting Blockades
Authors: Setiawan Rahmat , Agustina Eliasanti
Published: June 2024

This research discusses the challenges of teachers in implementing learning by using literature for early childhood. The concepts used in this research are literary works, parenting, and challenges. The approach in this research is ethno-narrative. The data used in this study are snippets of statements obtained from interview transcripts. The type of interview conducted is a non-structured interview that explores the teachers' narrative experiences. 2 teachers in early age school are used as resource persons in this study. The analysis technique uses narrative. The results of the analysis explain that: 1) The parents are working class, meaning that their social class is lower middle class; 2) lower middle class indicates a lack of literacy related to parenting, 3) lack of literacy creates a culture which blockades the learning for children using literary works.
POLITICAL ISLAM AND THE ANTI-CAPITALISM NARRATIVE OF HIZBUT TAHRIR INDONESIA
Authors: Aswar Hasbi , Faiz Ihda Arifin
Published: June 2024

This research will discuss the narrative of anti-capitalism from the perspective of the Islamic political movement by studying Hizbut Tahrir Indonesia's thoughts on the political-economic system in Indonesia. To date, capitalism has been a topic of global discussion, generating criticism due to various damages and social impacts in different countries. This study explores Hizbut Tahrir Indonesia's approach in responding to the influence of capitalism through the Islamic ideology they stand for. This research employs a qualitative approach by collecting data through documents and literature and analyzing it through a framing approach in social movement studies. The results showed that Hizbut Tahrir Indonesia views capitalism as a system that does not follow Islamic principles and produces injustice, inequality, and oppression against society. Hizbut Tahrir Indonesia presents an alternative Islamic-based political and economic system to solve the problems of capitalism in Indonesia and calls to implement sharia within the framework of an Islamic state or caliphate.
EGYPTIAN NEGOTIATIONS ON THE FILLING AND OPERATION OF THE GRAND ETHIOPIAN RENAISSANCE DAM PROJECT
Authors: Minasari Arofah , Salsabila Yasmin Raudhah
Published: June 2024

Egypt is negotiating with Ethiopia regarding the construction of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Nile River. This research employs Negotiation theory combined with the role of power and Transboundary Water Interaction concept to understand the negotiation process Egypt carried out. The research findings show that Egypt, using its power that comprises material, bargaining and ideational power, tries to maintain its hegemony in the region. Egypt succeeded in inviting third parties such as the US, World Bank and UNSC in the negotiation process. Political dynamics in the region and internal instability after the 2011 Egyptian Revolution influenced Egypt's strength in its negotiations with Ethiopia. Thus, the interaction is related to contest and compliance. The development of GERD in Ethiopia is seen as a contest for the hegemonic situation, while Egypt is trying to create compliance with Ethiopia. Egypt seeks to create compliance with the status quo through some mechanisms: coercive, utilitarian, normative, and ideological hegemonic. Although the two countries compete with and obey each other, they still collaborate and negotiate to resolve the GERD problem. The interaction between these two during the negotiation process can be categorized as a neutral interaction with low conflict – low cooperation category.
Postural control performance of active and inactive older adults during manipulation of sensory information tests: a cross-sectional study
Authors: Meereis-Lemos Estele C. W. , Teixeira Clarissa S. , Machado Rafaela O. , Pranke Gabriel I. , Lemos Luiz F. C. , Mota Carlos B.
Published: June 2024

BACKGROUND: Inactivity during the aging process negatively influences postural control.
AIM: The aim of the present study is to evaluate the postural balance of active and inactive elderly women in situations involving manipulation of sensory systems.
METHOD: The study included 20 elderly women (10 active and 10 inactive) with a mean age of 63.45 ± 2.37 years, who underwent postural balance assessment using a force platform in the six conditions of the Sensory Organization Test. For comparison between groups, the Student's t-test and Mann-Witney test were used. Statistically significant differences were observed between the groups for the three balance variables analyzed: Center of pressure displacement in the anteroposterior direction (COPap), in the mediolateral direction (COPml) and average speed (COPvel).
RESULTS: In situations in which the somatosensory system was not disturbed, as Sensory Organization Test (TOS) I, II and III, it was observed that active elderly women presented smaller COPap and COPml than inactive, however, in tests in which the somatosensory system was disturbed, due to the addition of a cushion between the platform and the individual's feet (TOS IV, V and VI), this difference was not observed. Furthermore, active elderly present higher COP displacement average speed than inactive elderly in almost all sensory tests (TOS I, III IV, V and VI).
CONCLUSION: It can be concluded that active elderly presented reduced dependence of visual inputs and improved somatosensory afferences when compared to inactive elderly and that active elderly presented higher COP average displacement speed than inactive elderly.
The Influence of Aqua Regia Usage in the Leaching and Extraction Process of Silica from Coal Fly Ash
Authors: Perwitasari Perwitasari , Anggorowati Heni , Ulfa Uli , Shabrina Husna Muizzati , Adhiatma Agus
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Waste from coal-burning power stations and other sectors that rely on coal as a source of energy is one of the environmental issues. Fly ash obtained from burning coal causes pollution in the surrounding environment. Subsequently, a great deal of study was conducted on the application of flying ash coal. Among the techniques for making use of the flying ash of coal is the extraction of silica. This study carried out silica leaching using Aqua Regia (a combination of HCl and HNO3) with various ratios of 1:1, 1:3, and 3:1. The leaching process was carried out at varying temperatures of 30, 45, 60, 75, and 90 °C, with a leaching time of 1 and 2 hours. Precipitates containing silica were analyzed for their levels using XRF. The results of the study show that the ratio HCl:HNO3 3:1 is able to extract more silica than other solvent ratios
Pengaruh Komunikasi Pemasaran Terhadap Kepuasan Pelanggan Pada Toko Ritel Melalui Program Sampoerna Retail Community
Authors: Setiowati Dyah , Anindhita Wiratri , Romli Nada Arina
Published: June 2024

ABSTRAK
Kemajuan teknologi dan pertumbuhan ekonomi telah membawa perubahan gaya hidup masyarakat yang cenderung lebih memilih berbelanja di toko ritel modern dibandingkan toko ritel tradisional. Salah satu bisnis retail yang kini mulai menunjukkan eksistensinya adalah SRC (Sampoerna Retail Community) yang hadir sebagai program pengembangan bisnis berkelanjutan bagi pemilik bisnis untuk dapat mengembangkan usahanya. One of the important factors in developing a business lies in customer satisfaction which affects the level of sales. Customer satisfaction can be increased through the implementation of marketing communications. This study aims to determine how the influence of the application of marketing communications on customer satisfaction at SRC TRI stores. With quantitative research methods and data collected through questionnaires and processed using the SPSS tool, the conclusions are: 1). Based on the validity test using the KMO test, it shows valid results from both variables. 2). Based on the reliability test with Croncbach Alpha analysis showed reliable results from both variables. 3). Based on the results of the analysis test using Simple Linear Regression to determine the influence relationship between the two variables, it can be concluded that marketing communications have an effect on customer satisfaction at SRC TRI stores.
Keywords: Customer Satisfaction; Marketing Communication; Sampoerna Retail Community
 
ABSTRAK
Kemajuan teknologi dan pertumbuhan ekonomi telah membawa perubahan gaya hidup masyarakat yang kini cenderung lebih memilih kebutuhan belanja pada toko ritel modern dibandingkan toko ritel tradisional. Salah satu bisnis ritel yang kini mulai menunjukkan eksistensinya yaitu SRC (Sampoerna Retail Community), hadir sebagai program pembinaan usaha berkelanjutan bagi para pemilik usaha untuk dapat mengembangkan usahanya. Salah satu faktor penting dalam mengembangkan usaha adalah terletak pada kepuasan pelanggan yang berpengaruh pada tingkat penjualan. Kepuasan pelanggan dapat ditingkatkan melalui penerapan komunikasi pemasaran yang tidak terlepas dari elemen bauran promosi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana pengaruh penerapan komunikasi pemasaran terhadap kepuasan pelanggan pada toko SRC TRI. Dengan metode penelitian kuantitatif dan data dikumpulkan melalui kuesioner serta diolah menggunakan perangkat SPSS, menghasilkan kesimpulan: 1). Berdasarkan uji Validitas menggunakan uji KMO menunjukkan hasil yang valid dari kedua variabel. 2). Berdasarkan uji Reliabilitas dengan analisis Croncbach Alphamenunjukkan hasil yang reliabel dari kedua variabel. 3). Berdasarkan hasil uji analisis menggunakan Regresi Linear Sederhana untuk mengetahui kaitan pengaruh antara kedua variabel, dapat diartikan bahwa komunikasi pemasaran berpengaruh terhadap kepuasan pelanggan pada toko SRC TRI.
Kata Kunci: Kepuasan Pelanggan; Komunikasi Pemasaran; Komunitas Ritel Sampoerna