bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Communicating Critics: An Analysis of Kiky Saputri’s Roasting towards “Crazy Rich Andara”
Authors: Hermanto Sihombing Lambok , Lestari Puji
Published: August 2024

Comedy has been a part of Indonesian culture. The development of comedy that can be seen nowadays is Stand-up Comedy. One of the Stand-up Comedy techniques that has been favored by Indonesian people is roasting. It is a series of jokes that functions to criticize a certain person such as a politician, celebrity, or minister. This study aims to analyze Kiky Saputri’s roasting to the Crazy Rich Andara named Raffi Ahmad. The data was taken from one of the videos from Indosiar YouTube channel. This study has applied the theory of Humor and Satire particularly Horatian and Juvernalian satire proposed by Holman and Rhetorical approach to communication to find out the meaning of Kiky's roasting content.  The findings have revealed that  each roasting delivered by Kiky does not only contain entertaining materials, but also critics to Raffi Ahmad
Literasi Komunikasi Wisata Desa Berbasis Teknologi Informasi
Authors: Arief Moch. Choirul , Pardianto Pardianto
Published: August 2024

Rural tourism is an important aspect of developing the economy of rural communities. This study discusses how the village government and the community of Gondoruso, Pasirian District, Lumajang initiate rural tourism, including the way they propose a strategic plan to increase rural tourism through information technology-based communication literacy. The qualitative descriptive research approach was employed for data collection and analysis. The findings illustrate that,  the initiative of stakeholders for the potential development of tourism in the village of Gondoruso to encourage the community's active role in order to comprehend the tourism potential through which the residents want to learn seriously about information technology which is currently developing rapidly. Besides, the local community also invite local governments to help prepare facilities and infrastructure. In regard with the strategic planning of an information technology-based village tourism communication literacy conducted through several steps; (1) forming Pokdarwis (a tourism awareness group). (2) Conduct information technology-based tourism literacy training for residents, especially youth. (3) Developing branding Gondoruso village tourism through online media both social media and websites.
Strategi Pengembangan Wisata Pancur Pitu Di Desa Sumberbendo, Kecamatan Saradan, Kabupaten Madiun
Authors: Suyikno  , Sholihuddin Muh.
Published: August 2024

The Pancur Pitu tourism destination located in Oro-Oro Waru, Sumberbendo, Saradan, Madiun, requires serious development. On that basis, this Community Service activity is designed to provide assistance in order to develop the potential of the village, especially in that location. This mentoring activity uses the Asset Based Community-driven Development (ABCD) approach. Efforts to develop Pancur Pitu are carried out through organizing cooperative management training by targeting Pokdarwis and tourism volunteers as participants. The plan for further tourism development initiate ideas about the existence of porang houses, construction of stopovers, vehicle rentals, UMKM, and photo spots
Destinasi wisata Pancur Pitu yang berada di Dusun Oro-Oro Waru, Desa Sumberbendo, Kecamatan Saradan, Kabupaten Madiun memerlukan pengembangan yang serius. Atas dasar itulah, kegiatan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat ini dirancang untuk melakukan pendampingan dalam rangka mengembangkan potensi desa, terutama di lokasi tersebut. Kegiatan pendampingan ini menggunakan metode pendekatan Asset Based Community-driven Development (ABCD). Upaya mengembangkan Pancur Pitu dilaksanakan melalui penyelenggaraan pelatihan manajemen koperasi dengan menyasar Pokdarwis dan sukarelawan wisata sebagai pesertanya. Adapun rencana pengembangan wisata lebih lanjut menginisiasi gagasan mengenai adanya rumah porang, pembangunan tempat persinggahan, persewaan kendaraan, Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah (UMKM), serta spot foto
AFROINFÂNCIA
Authors: Jesus Caroline de , Rios Jane Adriana Vasconcelos Pacheco
Published: August 2024

O presente artigo narra a experiência do projeto Afroinfância, que se fundamenta nas ideias de Molefi Kete Asante sobre o paradigma da afrocentricidade. O projeto Afroinfância busca reescrever a narrativa da história da África e se aproximar das tecnologias africanas de educação. Por meio das redes sociais, o projeto desafia as práticas curriculares tradicionais e influencia a formação de professores, incentivando-os a repensarem suas abordagens educativas para melhor atender às necessidades das crianças negras. Assim, o artigo busca apresentar as narrativas de professoras que, em contato com o projeto, refletem sobre processos educativos incorporando princípios curriculares fundamentados no paradigma afrocêntrico, principalmente na Educação Infantil. O Afroinfância destaca a importância de uma educação que não apenas identifique o racismo, mas também valorize as contribuições africanas para a humanidade e, consequentemente, o pensar e fazer educação. Em suma, o Afroinfância posiciona-se como um espaço formativo virtual importante para repensar e promover fissuras dentro do currículo da Educação Infantil, partindo das experiências africanas e afro-diaspóricas para construir um outro modelo de educação, não hegemônico.
Influence of Synthesis Conditions on Chabazite Zeolite Crystallization in LiOH Solution
Authors:   Institute of Natural Resources (Nakhchivan), Ministry of Science and Education of the Azerbaijan Republic, Mamedova Gunel , Nasirli Gunel ,   Institute of Natural Resources (Nakhchivan), Ministry of Science and Education of the Azerbaijan Republic, Aliyev Tofig ,   Institute of Natural Resources (Nakhchivan), Ministry of Science and Education of the Azerbaijan Republic
Published: August 2024

The chabazite zeolite of potential practical importance has been obtained based on the natural mineral of Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic. Chabazite has a wide range of application and therefore its optimal synthesis conditions have been determined. The chabazite zeolite of potential practical importance has been obtained based on the natural mineral of Nakhchivan. The hydrothermal synthesis has been carried out in Morey type autoclaves made up of 45MNFT stainless steel with a volume of 20 cm3, and with the filling coefficient of F = 0.8. The hydrothermal crystallization experiments have been carried out generating a temperature gradient Т = 0 and without stirring of the reaction mass. The optimal conditions established in this study for the synthesis of chabazite zeolite with a 100 % degree of crystallinity are as follows: temperature of 100°C, alkaline solution of 10-20% LiOH and processing time of 50 hours. It was shown that at temperature below 100°C mordenite+chabazite+quartz is present in the reaction products, and at temperature above 100°C, chabazite+clinoptilolite+albite, chabazite+clinoptilolite+cristobalite, chabazite+clinoptilolite were obtained. At a concentration of LiOH below 10%, mordenite+quartz+chabazite are present in crystallization products, and at a concentration of LiOH above 20%, clinoptilolite+chabazite, hydrosodalite+albite+cristobalite have been obtained. Moreover, when processing time is below 50 hours, mordenite+quartz+chabazite crystallizes, and when processing time is over 50 hours, we obtain clinoptilolite+chabazite+cristobalite, hydrosodalite+albite was obtained. The initial sample and the product obtained were studied by X-ray diffraction (2D PHASER “Bruker” (CuKα, 2θ = 20–80°)), thermogravimetric (NETZSCH STA 449F3 STA449F3A-0757-M) and scanning electron microscopy (Hitachi TM-3000).
Analyzing remote sensing-derived normal difference vegetation index to predict coastal protection by Spartina alterniflora
Authors:   ,   Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Garber Samantha C. ,   Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Published: August 2024

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the use of Normalized Difference Vegetation Index to quantify the abundance of coastal vegetation, specifically Spartina alterniflora. However, the study revealed several limitations of this method including species and shoot density homogeneity and environmental conditions.
Assessment of biomonitoring potential of contamination and bioavailability of heavy metals using red blood cockle Tegillarca granosa: Experimental field-based transplantation study
Authors: Yap Chee Kong , Al-Mutairi Khalid Awadh
Published: August 2024

This study evaluates the potential of red blood cockle Tegillarca granosa as a biomonitor for heavy metal contamination in coastal environments, with a focus on the differential bioaccumulation patterns across three sites: Teluk Kemang (TK), Pasir Panjang (PP), and Port Dickson (PD). Four major findings emerged from the analysis. First, T. granosa demonstrated significant variations in metal accumulation, with PD exhibiting the highest concentrations of Zinc (Zn), Copper (Cu), and Iron (Fe). This confirms the species' sensitivity to varying pollution levels and highlights PD as the most contaminated site among the three. Second, strong correlations between metal levels in the environment and their accumulation in the cockle’s soft tissues underscored its effectiveness in reflecting the bioavailability of contaminants, particularly for Zn and Cu. This finding validates the use of T. granosa as an effective bioindicator of environmental metal exposure. Third, the study highlighted the role of cockle shells as indicators of long-term exposure, with consistently higher metal concentrations observed at PD. This suggests persistent environmental contamination in this area and demonstrates the value of shell analysis in assessing chronic pollution. Finally, the stepwise multiple regression analysis revealed complex interactions between environmental media and bioaccumulation processes, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive approach to biomonitoring. These interactions indicate that bioaccumulation in T. granosa is influenced by multiple environmental factors, necessitating an integrated monitoring strategy. These findings support the use of T. granosa as a reliable indicator species for monitoring heavy metal pollution and assessing ecological risks in coastal ecosystems.
Öğretmen Eğitiminde Ses Eğitimi ve Diksiyon
Authors: Doğru Elif , Doğru Zafer
Published: August 2024

Bu çalışmanın amacı, Ses Eğitimi ve Diksiyon (SED) dersinin öğretmenlik mesleği için gerekliliğini ve öğretmenlik mesleğine katkısını ortaya koymaktır. Betimsel tarama modelinde bir çalışma olup, 2016-2017 akademik yılında öğrenim görmekte olan, SED dersi alan öğrenciler ile SED dersini henüz almamış öğrenciler çalışma grubu olarak belirlenmiştir. Çalışmada 538 öğrencinin gönüllü olarak katıldığı veriler değerlendirilmiştir. Araştırmacı tarafından geliştirilen “Ses Eğitimi ve Diksiyon Dersi Tutum Ölçeği” (SEDDTÖ) ve bilgi formu kullanılmıştır. Verilerin analizinde yüzde ve frekans tabloları ile çoklu grup karşılaştırmalarında Kruskal-Wallis H testi ve ikili karşılaştırmalarda Mann-Whitney U testleri kullanılmıştır ve anlamlılık düzeyi p
Öğretmenlerin 21. Yüzyıl Becerilerine İlişkin Algılarının İncelenmesi
Authors: Baş Ali , Keser Özmantar Zehra
Published: August 2024

Bu araştırmanın amacı, öğretmenlerin 21. yüzyıl becerilerine ilişkin algılarını metaforlar aracılığıyla incelemektir. Çalışma, nitel betimsel araştırma olarak desenlenmiştir. Çalışmada veriler Türkiye’nin çeşitli bölgelerinde görev yapan 200 öğretmenden çevrim içi ortamda doldurulabilen bir anket formu aracılığıyla toplanmıştır. Katılımcılardan elde edilen verilerin analizinde tümdengelimsel içerik analizi yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Analiz çerçevesi olarak 21. yüzyıl becerilerinin anlam, kullanım ve değer boyutlarını ortaya çıkaracak kavramsal bir çerçeveden yararlanılmıştır. 200 öğretmen toplam 179 geçerli metafor üreterek 21. yüzyıl becerilerini tanımlamıştır. Bulgulara göre öğretmenler en sık; “su”, “teknoloji” ve “anahtar” metaforlarını kullandıkları görülmüştür. Metaforlar anlam, kullanım ve değer boyutlarınca incelendiğinde; becerilerin sözel yönünü vurgulayan metaforların anlam kategorisinde, eyleme dönük yönünü vurgulayan metaforların kullanım kategorisinde ve gereklilik yönünü vurgulayan metaforların ise değer kategorisinde ele alındığı saptanmıştır. Çalışmanın sonuçlarına göre öğretmenlerin en fazla değer boyutu üzerinde durdukları; aynı zamanda 21. yüzyıl becerilerini hayati, vazgeçilmez ve birçok konuda sorun çözücü olarak değerlendirdikleri görülmüştür. Çalışmanın sonunda, 21. yüzyıl becerilerinin eğitim stratejileri ve öğretim programlarına etkin bir şekilde dahil edilmesi için eğitimciler ve politika yapıcılara öneriler sunulmuştur. Ayrıca araştırmacılara da ilgili konunun derinlemesine incelenmesi ve farklı boyutlarının ortaya çıkması için öneriler sunulmuştur.
Web 2.0 Scratch Uygulamasının İlkokul 3. Sınıf Öğrencilerinin Hayat Bilgisi Dersindeki Akademik Başarılarına Etkisi
Authors: Yılmaz Savaş , Cerit Yusuf
Published: August 2024

Bu araştırmanın amacı, Web 2.0 araçlarından Scratch programının ilkokul 3. sınıf öğrencilerinin hayat bilgisi dersindeki akademik başarısına etkisinin incelenmesidir. Bu araştırmanın deseni ön-test son-test kontrol gruplu yarı deneysel desen olarak belirlenmiştir. Araştırmanın çalışma grubunu 2023-2024 akademik yılı güz döneminde Bolu ilindeki bir ilkokulun 3. sınıfında öğrenim gören deney grubunda 16, kontrol grubunda 11 olmak üzere toplam 27 öğrenci oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmada veriler araştırmacı tarafından geliştirilen 21 maddelik Doğada Hayat Başarı Testi aracılığıyla toplanmıştır. Deney grubuna 14 ders saati süresince Scratch temelli eğitim verilirken kontrol grubuna geleneksel eğitim verilmiştir. Deney ve kontrol grubu öğrencilerinin ön test puanları ile son test başarı puanları arasındaki farkı belirlemek amacıyla ilişkisiz örneklem t testi, deney grubunun ön test ve son test puanları ile kontrol grubunun ön test ve son test puanları arasındaki farkı belirlemek için ilişkili örneklem t testi yapılmıştır. Verilerin analizi sonucunda deney ve kontrol grubunun ön test puanları arasında anlamlı bir fark olmadığı, deney grubunun ve kontrol grubunun son test puanlarının ön test puanlarından anlamlı düzeyde daha yüksek olduğu belirlenmiştir. Ayrıca deney grubunun son test puanının kontrol grubunun son test puanından anlamlı düzeyde daha yüksek olduğu sonucuna ulaşılmıştır. Sonuçlar, Scratch uygulamasının hayat bilgisi öğretiminde kullanılabilecek etkili bir yöntem olduğunu göstermektedir. Güncellenecek öğretim programlarında Scratch uygulamaları daha fazla ön plana çıkartılması önerilmiştir.
Основы математического анализа
Authors: Львовский Сергей
Published: August 2024

В основе этого продвинутого учебника по математическому анализу — курс, который читался автором на факультете математики Высшей школы экономики. Представленный в книге материал имеет ряд отличий от традиционных курсов. Так, ряды вводятся сразу же после определения предела последовательности; в книгу входит экскурс в элементарную теорию множеств (включая лемму Цорна и ее применения) и в общую топологию (включая канторово множество и p-адические числа). Заметное место в учебнике уделено анализу на многообразиях, включая дифференциальные формы, теорему Стокса и теорему Фробениуса. Учебник будет полезен студентам младших курсов математических специальностей, преподавателям математики, а также всем интересующимся этой наукой.
Proximal Observations of Epicentral Infrasound Generated by Shallow Low-Magnitude Earthquakes in the Permian Basin, West Texas
Authors: Schaible Loring Pratt , Dannemann Dugick Fransiska , Bowman Daniel C. , McCabe Cooper , Savvaidis Alexandros
Published: August 2024

Infrasound generated by earthquakes and explosions is generally detected at receivers at epicentral distances of hundreds to thousands of kilometers. However, proximal (<50 km) observations are especially important for low-magnitude earthquakes and low-yield explosions that may not generate signals capable of being detected at great ranges. Here, we present on the signals detected on an infrasound array 3 km away from two ML 2.9 earthquakes in the Permian Basin of west Texas. Local infrasound (LIS), generated at receivers during the passage of seismic waves, was detected following each earthquake. Epicentral infrasound (EIS), created at or near the epicenter and propagating away as a sound wave, was also detected. Array processing methods show that the EIS signals arrive from the same direction as the earthquake epicenters and at acoustic speeds. To our knowledge, these are the first observations of laterally propagating EIS at proximal ranges following an earthquake of any magnitude.
Non-Stationary ETAS Model: How It Works for External Forcing
Authors: Kumazawa Takao , Ogata Yosihiko
Published: August 2024

The stationary epidemic-type aftershock sequence (ETAS) model is based on the important empirical laws in aftershock statistics with a self-similar feature, and is therefore useful for the statistical analysis of many common earthquake occurrence series. However, because earthquake catalogs become richer, the non-stationarity arising from geophysical heterogeneity becomes more pronounced. This article discusses the utility of a model that assumes time dependence of the first two ETAS parameters, which are sensitive to the short-term prediction. The inversion analyses of the non-stationary ETAS model in this article show heuristic results for swarm earthquakes and complex mainshock–aftershock-type seismicity. The case studies demonstrate how these parameters change quantitatively in swarm seismicity associated with slow slips, increases in pore-fluid pressure such as magma and hydrothermal fluids, stress changes associated with an earthquake motion, and interseismic-induced effects due to geological properties.
The Association between Religious Activities Participation and Physical Function in Indonesian Elderly
Authors: Ekadinata Nopryan , Imamah Nur Fithriyanti , Nurhidayati Evi
Published: August 2024

Physical function difficulty is a big concern in the elderly globally. Previous studies highlighted the inconclusive findings regarding the elderly's religious involvement and physical function disability. Furthermore, spiritual study is still scarce in Asian settings. The study examined the association between religious involvement (majelis taklim) and physical disability. This cross-sectional observational study harnessed the fifth wave of the Indonesian Family Life Survey (IFLS). Katz Index was used to measure the occurrence of physical disability. Participants aged ≥ 60 years were involved (n = 1799), and 18% reported having a physical function disability. Binomial logistic regression showed that in the unadjusted model, participation in majelis taklim (OR = 0.86, p 0.01) and involvement in the religious program (OR = 0.72, p0.05) were significantly associated with having no physical disability. Meanwhile, the lower frequency of participation in majelis taklim was significant with physical disability in the adjusted model (OR = 0.89; 95%, p0.05).  Participation in religious activities was associated with a lower probability of having a physical function disability in the elderly. The result of the study can be a potential consideration for caregivers, health workers, and policymakers to maximize the religiosity involvement program for reducing the risk of physical disability among the elderly.
Analysis of 12-Dimensions of Patient Safety Culture at PKU Muhammadiyah Bantul Hospital (Plenary Accredited)
Authors: Saputra Rahmana Febri , Dewi Arlina , Kusuma Dewi Dyah Tri , Urhmila Mariska
Published: August 2024

Hospital accreditation is very important as an investment in efforts to improve quality and patient satisfaction. Increasing awareness among health professionals about the importance of accreditation and encouraging participation in accreditation can improve the quality of the health service delivery system. Patient safety culture have an important role in the existence of hospital accreditation which can be a determinant in achieving the patient safety quality designation. This article aims to see the impact of accreditation on patient safety culture at PKU Muhammadiyah Bantul Hospital with plenary accreditation. This study used the Hospital Survey On Patient Safety Culture version 1.0 questionnaire developed by AHRQ with 12 dimensions with 42 question items. The implementation of patient safety culture at PKU Muhammadiyah Bantul Hospital received an average percentage of 76.82%. Of the 12 dimensions, 9 dimensions received good scores, namely supervision, organizational learning, teamwork within units, openness and communication, feedback about error, response to error, management support, teamwork across units and handoffs and transitions, and received sufficient scores on 3 dimensions. namely the dimensions of perception, frequency of reported, and staff/employees. This shows how important hospital accreditation to patient safety culture which can improve the services provided.
Unveiling maternal morbidity: insights from a descriptive cross-sectional study of postpartum women
Authors: Thomas Riya , Soman Surya , Abraham Bevan , Mathew Jomol , Jacob Philip
Published: August 2024

Background: The repercussions of obstetric problems and inadequate management during birth are carried over into the normal 42-day postpartum period, adding to the burden of maternal ill-health, which also includes levels of maternal mortality and complications during postpartum period. Our study was done to determine the common morbidities that postpartum subjects undergo and make awareness to health care practitioners and prevent complicated scenarios.
Methods: Cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted in rural areas of Eraviperoor Grama Panchayath community pathanamthitta, Kerala, India. There were 150 people in the study's sample. The study involved women who are in their postpartum phase (months 0–8).
Results: Our study of 150 participants found that 65% of deliveries were through C-sections. Despite 56% of postpartum women expressing high satisfaction with their overall health, concerns include nipple cracks (80%), urinary tract infections (56%), bacterial infections (12.5%), stitch allergies (6.5%), anemia (18%), leg edema or erythema (2%), difficulty urinating (18%), burning during urination (13%), and breast pain (4%) as prevalent morbidities.
Conclusions: The present findings enable healthcare professionals to examine postpartum women's physical and emotional health more comprehensively, enabling them to enhance their quality of life.
Drug utilization pattern of antidepressant used in depression disorder in psychiatric department in Northern India: a prospective observational study
Authors: Sirajo Ibrahim , Manaal Azha , Khan Rukhsar , Aliyu Aisha , Sada Mudassir , Ajmal M. , Badruddeen  , Agrawal Anurag
Published: August 2024

Background: Due to its large economic impact, severe impairment, suffering, and relatively high lifetime prevalence, depression is becoming a major health concern worldwide, its treatment involved different strategies consisting of supportive and drug therapy This work was done to evaluate the prescribing practices in treatment of depression.
Methods: A prospective observational study was undertaken at the IIMS&R hospital, department of psychiatry. A total of 100 prescriptions written for patients with depressive disorders were examined along with the patients file and progress report to access the pattern of drug therapy, demographic information of patients, comorbidities, the number and types of medications given were also evaluated.
Result: Among the prescriptions, 6 different class of drugs were prescribed out of which 61.26% are selective serotonin receptor inhibitors (SSRIs), 10 different individual antidepressant drugs were prescribed, escitalopram was highest 58.4% (n=83) and paroxetine 2.8% (n=4) as the least, mirtazapine 11.9% (n=17), sertraline 7% (n=10), amitriptyline 6.33% (n=9), duloxetine 6.33% (n=9), escitalopram+ clonazepam 5.6% (n=8) gabapentin+ nortriptyline 1.4% (n=2) and most of patient were within age group of 26-35 years, there is an average of 2 antidepressant drugs per prescription.
Conclusions: The current study reveals important highlights on the current drug treatment pattern in the treatment of depressive disorder, including the most commonly prescribed drug, average number of drugs per prescription and the demographic distribution of patients with depressive disorder which is important for the healthcare professionals to enhance drug therapy, encourage effective healthcare delivery and improve quality in treatment of depression.
Factors predisposing to neonatal sepsis in Yenagoa Nigeria
Authors: Ogbara Confidence N. , Nwose Ezekiel U.
Published: August 2024

Background: Neonatal unit of the hospital is the hallmark of intensive care hence the full name of the department is neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), and sepsis is prevalent.  Predisposing factors to the occurrence of neonatal sepsis is something to be regularly reviewed. This commentary seeks to advance findings from a dissertation on predisposing factors of sepsis NICU.
Methods: This was based on critical review of a mixed method study involving clinical observation and survey approaches using purposive sampling techniques. 66 questionnaires were administered to the health professionals working in the NICU of the two tertiary hospitals. Statistical analysis was in frequency description research method.
Results: 83.3% of the participants were females and 97% are above the age of 18 years old. Using 2.5/5 as benchmark of the Likert scale, results revealed socio-economic, maternal healthcare, neonatal health, and hygienic delivery practice as main predisposing factors with averages over 3.23. The level of healthcare professionals’ adherence to general infection control measures was found to be moderate (2.6±0.4 out of 5.00). The result also revealed that mothers and visitors adhered abysmally to the use of personal protective equipment (1.7±0.4 out of 5.0).
Conclusion: The hygiene level of the health workers and mother/visitors to the NICU may likely be a predisposing factor to the occurrence of neonatal sepsis. Infection control compliance monitoring to avoid sepsis among neonates is strongly recommended.
Timing of surgical interventions for open lower limb long bone fractures as a determinant of the length of hospital stay in a tertiary hospital in Nigeria
Authors: Eroh Miriam U. , Obong Udemeobong I. , Oyewumi Oluwaseun M. , Ehioghae Osaze , Bassey Aniekeme S. , Adefemisoye Gbadega A. , Odejayi Segun I.
Published: August 2024

Background: Open fractures are major orthopaedic emergencies with known complications such as infections, amputations and death. Fractures involving the long bones of the lower limb are usually more common. Surgical interventions range from basic debridement to major surgery and vascular repairs. The timing of these interventions is debatable, with medical bodies developing differing standards to improve overall patient outcome. The aim was to determine the effect of the timing of surgical interventions on the length of hospital stay in patients with open lower limb long bone fractures.
Methods: This was a retrospective cross-sectional study of 45 patients who presented in a tertiary facility over a 5-year period with open fractures involving the long bones of the lower limb. Patients’ time to presentation/initial debridement, time to surgery, and length of stay post-surgery were evaluated. The obtained data were analysed using the IBM statistical package for social sciences (SPSS) Statistics version 26 for Windows (SPSS Inc., Chicago, IL, USA).
Results: This study revealed that all our patients fell between Gustilo-Anderson I and IIIA. Sixty-nine percent underwent initial debridement within 6 hours of injury. Forty-two percent had surgery within 1–3 days postinjury. Majority (62%) left the hospital within 1 week of surgery. Multivariate analysis revealed no significant correlation between the time of injury to surgical intervention and length of hospital stay (ρ=-0.087; p=0.590).
Conclusions: This study concluded that while the timing of surgical interventions may be important, it did not significantly affect the length of hospital stay.
Widespread skeletal brown tumor with rare elbow involvement and associated hydronephrosis in a case of primary hyperparathyroidism
Authors: Abidi Syed Ali Raza , Quadri Afreen , Quadri Asfia , Rasheed Faizan
Published: August 2024

We report a rare case of primary hyperparathyroidism in a 32-year-old female caused by a parathyroid adenoma. The patient initially complained of left elbow pain. Imaging revealed multiple skeletal brown tumors affecting unusual sites such as the elbow, as well as multifocal involvement of the vertebrae, sternum, radius, ulna, humerus, femurs, pelvic girdle, and scapulae. An abdominal ultrasound further revealed hydronephrosis and renal calculi in the right kidney. This case highlights the uncommon widespread skeletal distribution and involvement of atypical sites by brown tumors, along with the rare complication of hydronephrosis.
Beneath the white coat: decoding stress among Indian medical postgraduates
Authors: Ganesh Arjun , Choudhary B. Mohan
Published: August 2024

Stress among medical postgraduates in India has reached alarming levels, with significant implications for individual well-being and the healthcare system. This review aims to explore the multifaceted nature of stress among Indian medical postgraduates, encompassing factors such as increasing suicide rates among doctors, senior toxicity, loss of quality doctors, and its role in doctor migration. Through an analysis of recent articles from reputable journals, this review examines the prevalence, causes, manifestations, and consequences of stress in this population, alongside strategies for mitigation and intervention.
Assessment of dental anxiety and dental fear among adult patients visiting to dental hospital in derabassi district: A survey based research
Authors: Kaur Navneet , Mittal Tulica , Kaur Gurpreet
Published: August 2024

Dental anxiety poses a significant barrier to treatment compliance, the use of dental services, and the ability to maintain adequate oral health, and quality of life. There is no doubt that dentistry is going towards the modern advancement in procedures, still, dental anxiety has a strong association with poor oral health status and quality of life.

: The survey was conducted with a primary aim and objective to assess and evaluate dental anxiety levels and dental fear among dental patients attending national dental college and hospital.

: The study consists of 467 adult patients from both genders visiting a dental college in Derabassi for dental treatment. Data collection was carried out through the administration of a self‑administered pre-validated questionnaire. The Modified Dental Anxiety Scale (MDAS) which consists of 8 closed-ended questions with responses placed on a five-point Likert scale and one open-ended question was used to evaluate the degree of anxiety among study participants. A Chi-square test and multivariate logistic regression analysis were done to find the association between anxiety and the type of dental treatment.

The response rate of the study was 93%. There was a significantly high dental anxiety average score among females as compared to males (adjusted OR 1.935 with 95% CI of 1.57-2.51). On the other hand, there is no significant difference in dental anxiety levels on base on age and occupation. Those subjects having the primary and secondary levels of education were more likely to suffer from dental anxiety as compared to their having graduation and post-graduation education level (adjusted OR 1.58 with 95% CI of 0.76-3.2). MDAS score was recorded as highest for dental surgical procedures and least for the orthodontic treatment and replacement of teeth.

It can be concluded that dental anxiety levels among patients in the dental hospital, Derabassi were significantly high, especially in relation to teeth extraction and dental surgical procedures followed by tooth drilled for restoration and scaling and root planning, and the least anxiety scores were reported for replaced teeth and for orthodontic treatment.
The story of the teeth which were lost and resurrected in black and white- A case report
Authors: Paramashivaiah Rashmi , CN Suma
Published: August 2024

Deficient bone is an impediment for implant placement in many patients. In this case report a patient reported with missing teeth in mandibular left back teeth region. The alveolar bone was severely resorbed with reduced occlusal clearance making prosthetic restoration with implants impossible. The objective here was bone regeneration and placement of implants in the area for restoration of function. A resorbable collagen membrane along with mineralized freeze dried bone grafting was used to gain alveolar ridge. After seven months two implants were placed following the delayed protocol achieving a good primary stability. Implant uncovering was carried out after five months with placement of a gingival former. This was followed by placement of a 2-unit crown in Porcelain fused to metal (PFM) which helped the patient in mastication. Thus alveolar ridge regeneration followed by implant placement is a viable treatment option provided the clinical scenario is ideal.
“That’s Where My Anger Is Coming From”: Plática Between Latine Teachers and Pre-Service Teachers in the New Latino South
Authors: Rodriguez Sanjuana C. , Guerra Paula
Published: August 2024

This study examines a plática held by Latine teachers and pre-service teachers after watching the documentary Precious Knowledge in the U.S. Latino South. The study employed Chicana/Latina feminist theory as well as the use of testimonios as methodology. Results from this study show that Latine teachers were able to share their experiences with racism, discuss issues of white supremacy, and make connections from present to past events. Based on this study, it is recommended that teachers need opportunities to share their testimonios and engage in discussions about topics that impact them as Latine teachers in the U.S. Latino South.
“A Brief Moment in the Sun”
Authors: Neal-Stanley Amber , Duncan Kristen , Love Bettina
Published: August 2024

White backlash is the immediate, violent response of some white people to the actual and perceived racial and educational progress of oppressed groups. In this paper, we take a historical detour to map this phenomenon, specifically in the history of K-12 Black education. We demonstrate that the current state of education is not an exceptional moment, but part of a long genealogy of anti-Black educational violence and white backlash. Yet, we suggest that operating from an understanding of the inevitability and imminence of white backlash offers necessary tools in the continued fight for liberatory Black educational futures.
Structural response of reinforced LECA aggregate concrete slabs subjected to high temperatures
Authors: S. Klak Fadya , M. Jomaa'h Muyasser
Published: August 2024

This work reports tests conducted on nine one-way reinforced concrete slabs using lightweight expanded clay aggregate (LECA) as a slab weight reduction technique. Every slab had the same dimensions, steel reinforcement, and the same composition of concrete. The slabs were heated from their bottom faces through a fire chamber and subjected to a sustained line load. The specimens’ fire resistance performance and mechanical characteristics were evaluated after they had undergone the same testing conditions. The study parameters were the replacement of coarse aggregate with different percentages of LECA (20%, 40%), and different temperatures (400 ℃ and 700 ℃). Compared to the reinforced normal-weight concrete slab, the reinforced LECA aggregate concrete slabs’ fire resistance and flexural strength decreased by LECA. The slabs’ deflection rose as the LECA increased. The largest increase in slab deflection was 37.2%, while the most notable decrease in ultimate load capacity was roughly 35.1%. The stiffness depreciation was substantial, though, at roughly 50%. The results for LECA-reinforced aggregate slabs not exposed to high temperatures support this conclusion. Reinforced LECA aggregate slabs maintained structural integrity after fire testing.
Sinergitas dan Perilaku Prososial Komunitas “Relawan Purbalingga Peduli” pada Masyarakat Karangjengkol Purbalingga
Authors: Widodo Ageng , Zana Kumala Fitria , Muhammad Ulil Albab Muhammad , Dyah Awanti Aisyah , Prihmaningrum AM Vici
Published: August 2024

Prososial sebagai sikap untuk membantu orang lain secara sukarela dan tidak ada paksaan. Prososial dilakukan untuk memberikan kebermanfaatan sehingga bentuk dari adanya perilaku tersebut merupakan hal yang positif. Hal tersebut dapat dilihat dari komunitas “Relawan Purbalingga Peduli” sebagai sebuah kelompok sosial yang memiliki kepedulian terhadap Masyarakat Purbalingga salah satunya di Desa Karangjengkol, Purbalingga. Penelitian ini membahas sinergitas dan perilaku prososial pada Komunitas Relawan Purbalingga Peduli. Tujuan dari adanya penelitian ini untuk mengetahui sinergitas dalam perilaku prososial pada anggota komunitas Relawan Purbalingga Peduli. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan jenis penelitian studi kasus pada kegiatan yang dilakukan oleh Komunitas Relawan Purbalingga Peduli. Pengumpulan data melalui observasi, wawancara serta dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan terdapat beberapa motif dalam sinergitas dan perilaku prososial pada Komunitas Relawan Purbalingga Peduli yaitu motif biogenetis, motif sosiogenetis, motif teogentis, dan motif campuran.
Antara Social Planning dan Locality Development: Integrasi Negara dan Komunitas dalam Pengembangan Masyarakat pada Kelompok Usaha Bersama (KUBE) di Kabupaten Banyumas
Authors: Widodo Ageng , Asyabudin Asyabudin , Alfi Imam
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memberikan gambaran bagaimana upaya pendamping program UEP memadukan dua model pengembangan masyarakat berbeda untuk mencapai tujuan kemandirian ekonomi penerima manfaat UEP. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah field research dengan pengumpulan data melalui observasi, wawancara serta dokumentasi. Hasil dalam penelitian menjelaskan bahwa Kelompok Usaha Bersama (KUBE) di Kabupaten Banyumas bisa dikelompokkan ke dalam dua kategori, yaitu KUBE atas inisiatif masyarakat dan KUBE sebagai program pemerintah. KUBE atas inisiatif masyarakat merupakan kelompok usaha yang secara keseluruhan lahir dari gagasan dan upaya masyarakat secara mandiri. Sedangkan KUBE sebagai program pemerintah muncul dari dalam konteks perencanaan dan kebijakan sosial. Perbedaan antara KUBE atas inisiatif masyarakat dan KUBE program pemerintah adalah pada perencanaan usaha, pendanaan, keanggotaan, pendampingan dan sifat.
Upaya Local Hero dalam Penguatan Kapabilitas KePemberdayaan Literasi Media bagi Pemuda di Kelurahan Purangi Kota Palopo
Authors: Munawaroh Mira , Badria Ummul Fajrin , Gianul Mushlih Ahmad , Harlyandra Yorri
Published: August 2024

Kelompok rumah literasi dalam melakukan upaya pemberdayaan mengalami permasalahan kurangnya partisipasi anggotanya. Oleh karenanya, dibutuhkan peran dan partisipasi aktif anggota. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui 1) kendala local hero dalam penguatan kelompok Rumah Terasi, 2) peran local hero dalam penguatan kapabilitas kelompok Rumah Terasi di Desa Kanci Kulon Kabupaten Cirebon. Teori yang digunakan adalah teori kapabilitas Kusumasari. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif deskriptif. Adapun teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan wawancara, observasi dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa 1) kendala dalam penguatan kelompok Rumah Terasi yaitu ketidaksesuaian anggota kelompok dalam menjual, keinginan anggota kelompok dalam sistem pembayaran upah, kesulitan kelompok dalam memberikan upah. 2) upaya local hero dalam penguatan kelompok Rumah Terasi melalui peningkatan kapasitas kelembagaan, sumber daya manusia, keuangan, implementasi kebijakan, sistem manajemen logistik dan kepemimpian.
MODEL PEMBERDAYAAN KELOMPOK TANI PETERNAK SAPI USAHA VI DESA PURWOREJO KECAMATAN MARGOYOSO KABUPATEN PATI
Authors: Musdhalifah
Published: August 2024

Penelitian bertujuan untuk mengungkapkan model dan efektivitas pemberdayaan ekonomi masyarakat berbasis kelompok dengan kualitatif deskriptif dengan jenis penelitian studi kasus. Hasil dari pemberdayaan ekonomi melalui pemberdayaan kelompok perternak sapi tani usaha VI adalah berdayanya masyarakat dan berkembangnya potensi yang dimiliki masyarakat sebagai masyarakat peternak sapi dengan Pertemuan Rutin Anggota, Pelatihan dan Bimbingan, Pelatihan peningkatan SDM, Pengembangan usaha agribisnis unggulan. Sedangkan efektivitas melalui kelompok tani peternak sapi dengan pengembangan usaha kotoran sapi dan usaha mandiri dengan pembuatan kandang komunal.
Solution of the Transportation Problem Employing Intelligent Technologies
Authors: Yakushenko Oleksandr , Shevchuk Dmitriy , Steniakin Ivan , Shyshka Andrii
Published: August 2024

The article presents a new method of predicting the time of completion of a transport task. The method is based on the created mathematical model of the transport task process and on artificial intelligence methods. The choice of the optimal transportation route is based on the conditions of a specific task. A new method of choosing the optimal route is presented, taking into account the influence of such factors as weather conditions, day of the week, time of day, condition of the road surface, presence of residential complexes and other factors. The purpose of the study is to optimize the method of building a transport route using neural networks. The work presents the improvement of the general method of optimizing the transport process, the development of a neural network training method for predicting the time of the transport process, the development of a simulation mathematical model of the transport process and the determination of the model parameters and the effectiveness of the method verification. Research methods: methods of mathematical modeling, simulation modeling, Monte Carlo method, methods of artificial intelligence based on neural networks.
Method of Planning and Coordination of Robot Movement Using Neural Networks for Solution of Dynamic Production Scenarios
Authors: Sineglazov Victor , Khotsyanovsky Volodymyr
Published: August 2024

The purpose of the study is to develop an approach to planning the trajectory of a robot manipulator using an intelligent system based on neural networks. For this purpose, the work considered the processes of planning and deploying the movement of the robot. The analysis of existing methods of planning the movement of robot manipulators and the review of intelligent control systems provided a comprehensive picture of the current state of this issue. A system is proposed that can perceive the environment and controls the movement of the robot by generating correct control commands. For this purpose, 3 tasks were solved, namely, the analysis of the environment in order to determine its features, the determination of the trajectory in order to neutralize the collision, and the determination of controlled influences for the executive bodies in order to implement the movement. The functionality and structure of the neural network for solving each of the tasks is proposed. The proposed approach is compared with existing approaches on key parameters, such as the execution time of the planned movement and the time of calculating the movement trajectory. The results confirmed that the use of neural network to optimize the trajectory and dynamic prediction to avoid obstacles significantly increased the adaptability of the system to the changing conditions of the production environment, which opens up new opportunities for improving automated processes and providing optimal conditions for the functioning of manipulator robots in real-time.
Two-circuit System of Automated Control of Low-Altitude Helicopter Flight
Authors: Filyashkin Мykola
Published: August 2024

The mode of automatic control of a low-altitude flight of a helicopter over heavily rugged terrain based on information about the inclined range is considered. It is shown that at high flight speeds it is impossible to overcome strictly vertical obstacles without changing the angle of inclination of the rangefinder antenna to the horizon depending on the flight speed, or without reducing the flight speed when approaching such an obstacle. Algorithms for controlling low-altitude flight using a two-channel scheme are proposed, namely, at high speeds through the longitudinal channel of the swashplate, and at low speeds – through the channel of the general pitch of the main rotor. The problem of optimal control of low-altitude helicopter flight is formulated, which can be presented as a variational problem with restrictions on phase coordinates and control influences. Ways to optimize the process of circumventing an obstacle with forecasting the trajectory of the helicopter on a certain section of the route with subsequent stabilization of the helicopter on this trajectory are shown.
Qualitative Qoe Assessment when Choosing a Web Service Using an Expert Hybrid System
Authors: Vovk Volodymyr , Pelekh Petro
Published: August 2024

In the article proposes a new method, based on a hybrid fuzzy expert system, for assessing the QoE of web services. It also shows how different QoS parameters affect QoE. To do this, a subjective test was conducted in a controlled environment with real users to correlate QoS parameters with a subjective QoE score. Based on the test results, affiliation functions and rules for the fuzzy system were obtained. The membership function is derived using a probabilistic approach, and the derivation rules are generated using fuzzy set theory. The evaluation simulation environment using the Matlab software package. The results of the simulation show that the quality of the website is rated and has a high correlation with the subjective quality assessment received from the participants of the control test.
Аналіз деяких відомих моделей поширення інформації в соціальних мережах в аспекті інформаційного протиборства
Authors: Гізун А.І. , Гріга В.С.
Published: August 2024

Соціальні мережі стали практично незамінним джерелом інформації та комунікації у щоденному житті мільйонів громадян. Від зародження поняття в 1950-их роках ХХ століття вони пройшли великий шлях від визначення певних соціальних груп за інтересами до сучасних Інтернет платформ, із перспективою подальшого розвитку до метаплатформ. Зі своїм розвитком соціальні мережі стали головним майданчиком поширення різної інформації та одним із основних чинників впливу на суспільство під час виборчих процесів, революційних подій та військових конфліктів. Для того, щоб вести інформаційну кампанію або захищатися в соціальних мережах необхідно розуміти принципи поширення інформації у них.
На основі аналізу моделей поширення інформації в соціальних мережах виділено найбільш ключові з них. У дослідженні розглянуто наступні моделі поширення інформації в соціальних мережах: Модель вірусного поширення (SIR), Модель SEIR; Модель Independent Cascade; Модель широкого поширення (Wide-Spread); Модель впливових користувачів (Influential Users). Результати аналізу дали можливість оцінити придатність даних моделей для вирішення задач управління інформаційно-психологічним впливом.