bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Tibial Osteomyelitis Caused by Morganella morganii After External Fixation for Limb Length Discrepancy in a Pediatric Patient: A Case Report and Literature Review
Authors: Mody-Bailey Neal , Ezeokoli Ekene Uchenna , Hill Jaclyn
Published: February 2023

Morganella morganii is a facultative, anaerobic rod Gram-negative enteric bacterium. Few cases are documented of musculoskeletal infection. We present a case of a 9-year-old boy with osteomyelitis 1 year after index external fixation for leg length discrepancy. Our patient initially presented with wound drainage at his distal medial tibia fixation site but had negative radiographs. Initial antibiotic treatment failed after 1-month follow-up, and cultures revealed M. morganii. He underwent incision and drainage with external fixator removal, and the antibiotic regimen changed after a susceptibility panel. Symptoms were alleviated after 30 days with the new antibiotic regimen, and the patient was put back on his original schedule for limb lengthening through external fixation. A new methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus occurred at the same site 2.5 years later but was easily treated, and the 3-year follow-up showed no other recurrences or complications.
A quality assurance review of penile cancer diagnostic delays and stage at presentation during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Janes W.C. Ian , Henley Jessica , Andrews Matthew , Organ Michael , Johnston Paul
Published: February 2023

Introduction: Penile carcinomas represent a rare malignancy associated with significant psychosocial impacts that deter afflicted individuals from seeking medical attention, thus, worsening prognosis. Following the dramatic shift in healthcare delivery to virtual platforms, it is suspected that prevalent psychosocial impacts have been further compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in several late-stage presentations and engendering poorer outcomes.
Methods: A retrospective chart review of surgically managed cases of penile cancer was conducted from January 2019 to June 2022 to identify patients that may have been unduly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Included cases were analyzed in quantifying diagnostic and treatment delays, along with patient outcomes. Relevant epidemiological and pathological markers were also examined.
Results: Ten patients met the inclusion criteria. Average time delay from first complaint of a penile lesion to surgical management was 75 days, with 60% of patients experiencing a time delay of two months or more. The average delay from first complaint to diagnosis was 62 days in 2020 and 18 days in 2021. Advanced-stage disease was present in n=6 (60%) of individuals at presentation, while n=4 (40%) of patients perished during the study period.
Conclusions: In cases of concern for penile malignancy, virtual care cannot replace the necessity of physical exams in preventing diagnostic and treatment delays. The present study further highlights the necessity of initial physical examination of penile abnormalities in preventing fatal outcomes for those afflicted. Such consideration warrants urgent examination of referred males with genital abnormalities to prevent further exacerbation of delays.
Understanding intra-day price formation process by agent-based financial market simulation: Calibrating the Extended Chiarella Model
Authors: Gao Kang
Published: February 2023

This article presents XGB-Chiarella, a powerful new approach for deploying agent-based models to generate realistic intra-day artificial financial price data.
Pegasus 2022
Authors: Ziemba Bill
Published: February 2023

The 2022 Pegasus was held on January 29 at Gulfstream Park and featured three major races (9, 11 and 12) plus an outstanding undercard
By the Rivers of Babylon
Authors: Andreasen esper
Published: February 2023

An algorithm for computing square roots of option smiles is remarkably similar to a method invented nearly 4 millennia ago
Generative Avatar Non-Fungible Token Collections
Authors: Alexander Carol
Published: February 2023

Examines all the hype about profile picture (PFP) NFTs
Superbowl 2022 and a tribute to Tom Brady�s career
Authors: Ziemba Bill
Published: February 2023

In 2020�21, the NFL was largely a TV sport with mostly empty stadiums. Nonetheless the play was strong and Covid didn�t decimate teams.
Comparison of meat yield and physicochemical characteristics of indigenous, cockerel and sonali chicken
Authors: Sarker MAH , Hossain ME , Habib M , Hashem MA , Ali MS
Published: February 2023

The experiment was conducted to compare the meat yield and quality characteristics of indigenous, cockerel and sonali male (Backcrossed; RIR♂ × Sonali♀) chicken weighing around 750g. The birds were slaughtered and meat yield characteristics such asbreast, thigh, drumstick, wing, liver, heart, head, gizzard, neck etc. were compared against their live weight. After that the breast, thigh and drumstick of all birds were stored at 4 ̊C to evaluate different quality characteristics at 24hour postmortem. No significant differences (p>0.05) were found in meat yield characteristics among indigenous, cockerel and sonali chicken except dressing percentage. Highly significant (p<0.001) differences were observed in dressing percentage among three types of chicken. Dressing percentage was significantly higher (p<0.001) in indigenous chicken compared to cockerel and sonali chicken. In proximate composition, no significant differences (P>0.05) were found in dry matter, ash, moisture and crude protein content among the breast meat of three types of chicken but the ether extract content was significantly higher in indigenous chicken breast meat compare to cockerel and sonali chicken (P<0.05). The pH of breast and thigh meat at 24-hour postmortem and the instrumental color (CIE L* a* b*) of breast, thigh and drumstick meat at 2- hour (on-rigor) and 24-hour (post-rigor) postmortem did not differ among the three types of chicken. Highly significant differences (p<0.01) in water holding capacity of breast, thigh and drumstick meat were found, although no significant differences (P>0.05) were found in cooking loss and drip loss among the three types of chicken. Water holding capacity was significantly lower in breast meat, but higher in thigh and drumstick meat in case of cockerel compare to other two types of chickens.
IAPEN INDIA Consensus Statement on Nutritional Management in Head and Neck Cancers
Authors:   Cancer Institute (WIA) Adyar, Chennai, India, Krishnamurthy Arvind , Timmanpyati Shivshankar , Meenakshi Sachdev , Canday Eileen , Mahajan Purabi , Talapatra Kaustav , Paranjape Jayashree , Rai Gargee , Mahadik Safala , Thakur Shilpa Chadha , Deo S V S , Prabhash Kumar , Rajappa Senthil , Venkatraman Sreemathy , Chakravarti Ipsita , George Manju P , Bhrdwaj Shruti , Itty Susan , Mehraa Shifali , Gandhi Fagun , Kothari Rushabh , Mathur Vasudha , Shukla Richa , Patel Zamurrud , Raman Vilasini , Balaji Arun , Rajeshwari A
Published: February 2023

Nutritional support is an integral component in the treatment of head and neck cancers (HNC). Studies indicate 90% of HNC patients are at high risk of developing malnutrition. Chemo-radiation and surgery, the three common treatments used to treat HNC are highly susceptible to toxic side effects. Dysphagia is often underestimated in HNC patients. A prolonged impaired swallowing process can lead to severe morbidities like malnutrition, dehydration, aspiration, pneumonia, and even death. These complications have adverse effects on patients' QoL (Quality of Life) and mental health. These adverse reactions further complicate the nutritional status of the patients and the final treatment outcome, increasing morbidity and mortality. The consensus statements try to address nutritional issues and provide practical recommendations for practicing dieticians and clinicians. Keywords: Head and neck cancer guidelines, Nutrition in head and neck cancers, Consensus statements in nutrition in Head and neck cancers, IAPEN head and neck cancer guidelines
PEMILIHAN ALTERNATIF HANDPHONE ANDROID DENGAN METODE SIMPLE ADDITIVE WEIGHTING
Authors: Auliyalloh Adam , Quentara Lilia , Rahmatika Daumi
Published: February 2023

Semakin berkembangnya zaman, peralatan telekomunikasi menjadi sangat penting karena merupakan sarana yang sangat cepat bagi masyarakat untuk berkomunikasi. Salah satu teknologi komunikasi yang kini menjadi kebutuhan primer bagi masyarakat adalah handphone android. Banyaknya pilihan variasi baik merek ataupun spesifikasi handphone yang tersedia di pasar online dan offline saat ini, membuat seseorang harus memahami kebutuhann yang disesuaikan dengan anggaran yang dimilikinya. Penelitian ini dibangun dengan bidang fokus Sistem Pendukung Keputusan dengan metode Simple Additive Weighting (SAW). Metode ini digunakan untuk menentukan nilai bobot dari setiap kriteria, yang kemudian dilakukan proses perangkingan untuk menentukan alternatif handphone terbaik dari 19 alternatif. Terdapat 19 atribut yang akan diukur sebagai indikator penilaian yaitu RAM, ROM, kamera depan, kamera belakang, baterai, berat, layar, CPU dan harga. Dari hasil penelitian terhadap 50 mahasiswa yang menjadi sampel penelitian diperolah bahwa Vivo Y20S mendapat nilai tertinggi yaitu 24,20 poin, kemudian Xiaomi 9T mendapat 23,00 poin dan Realmi 5 Pro mendapatkan 22,90 poin. Kelebihan yang dimiliki Vivo Y20S dibandingkan dengan yang lain terletak pada kapasitas RAM 8GB dan ROM nya sebesar 128GB. Sedangkan Xiaomi 9T dan Realmi 5 Pro memiliki keunggulan yang sama dengan mengandalkan kamera belakang 48MP. Tetapi Xiaomi 9T unggul dari Realmi dengan harga yang jauh lebih murah.
ASPEK GRAMATIKAL DAN LEKSIKAL PADA LIRIK LAGU “TUTUR BATIN” KARYA YURA YUNITA
Authors: Dewi Kesuma  , Intan Sari Ramdhani
Published: February 2023

Penelitian ini memaparkan kajian aspek gramatikal serta leksikal pada lirik lagu “Tutur Batin“ milik Yura Yunita. Menggunakan metode yang berfokus pada mekanisme kohesi tekstual dengan teknik dokumentasi berupa unduhan lagu “Tutur Batin” melalui aplikasi Spotify kemudian mendengarkannya dengan instrumen utama berupa gawai. Menerapkan teknik analisis berupa penyerdehanaan data, tabulasi data, display data, penafsiran kemudian menarik kesimpulan. Menggunakan  membercheck dan validasi dari pakar sastra guna memastikan keabsahan. Berdasarkan pemaparan pernyataan sebelumnya maka kedua aspek tersebut ditemukan dalam lirik lagu “Tutur Batin” milik Yura Yunita pada bagian, berupa kata ku dan aku, ellipsis berupa kata ku dan tak, konjungsi berupa dan, yang serta aspek leksikal yang ditandai adanya repetisi atau pengulangan untuk menciptakan tekanan pada konteks tidak ditemukan sinonimi di dalam lirik lagu ini, karena tidak ada kata yang mengandung makna selaras.
PENGARUH EKUITAS MEREK (BRAND EQUITY) DAN HARGA TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN PEMBELIAN PRODUK HANDPHONE MEREK OPPO PADA TOKO FAIQAH PONSEL DI UJUNG AIR, KECAMATAN SUTERA, KABUPATEN PESISIR SELATAN, SUMATERA BARAT
Authors: Marlius Doni , Darma Kiki Puja Kasuma
Published: February 2023

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menguji pengaruh ekuitas merek dan variabel harga terhadap keputusan pembelian Produk Mobile Merek Oppo di Toko Faiqah Ponsel Ujung Air Kecamatan Sutera, Kabupaten Pesisir Selatan. Sumatera Barat. Jenis penelitian kuantitatif ini, menggunakan data primer dan data sekunder, mengumpulkan data melalui penyebaran kuesioner kepada 70 responden dengan menggunakan rumus slovon, menggunakan uji validitas, uji reliabilitas, analisis deskriptif, uji normalitas, pengujian multikolinearitas, uji heteroskedastisitas, regresi linier berganda dan uji t dengan bantuan aplikasi SPSS. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ekuitas merek berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian, harga berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian.
KREDIT BERMASALAH, BOPO, DAN LIKUIDITAS PENGARUHNYA TERHADAP PROFITABILITAS PERBANKAN YANG TERDAFTAR DI BURSA EFEK INDONESIA TAHUN 2017-2021
Authors: Suryani I Luh , Mahdalena Mahdalena , Badu Ronald S.
Published: February 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh Kredit Bermasalah, BOPO, dan Likuiditas terhadap Profitabilitas Perbankan yang Terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia Tahun 2017-2021. Penelitian ini mengunakan metode kuantitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif. Data yang digunakan adalah data sekunder berupa laporan keuangan sub sektor perbankan tahun 2017-2021 yang diperoleh dari www.idx.co.id. Jumlah sampel dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 23 perbankan yang diperoleh dengan teknik purposive sampling. Analisis data dalam penelitian ini menggunakan analisis regresi berganda dengan bantuan aplikasi IBM SPSS Statistik versi 22. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa secara parsial kredit bermasalah tidak berpengaruh signifikan terhadap profitabilitas perbankan, BOPO berpengaruh negatif dan signifikan terhadap profitabilitas perbankan, likuiditas berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap profitabilitas perbankan. Secara simultan kredit bermasalah, BOPO, dan likuiditas berpengaruh signifikan terhadap profitabilitas perbankan yang terdaftar di bursa efek Indonesia tahun 2017-2021.
FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG BERHUBUNGAN DENGAN KEJADIAN STUNTING PADA BALITA USIA 6-59 BULAN DI KECAMATAN INGIN JAYA KABUPATEN ACEH BESAR TAHUN 2022
Authors: Sari Putri Ratna , Ramadhaniah Ramadhaniah , Agustina Agustina
Published: February 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui faktor-faktor apa saja yang berhubungan dengan kejadian stunting pada balita usia 6-59 bulan di Kecamatan Ingin Jaya Kabupaten Aceh Besar tahun 2022. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada bulan Januari–Agustus tahun 2022 di Kecamatan Ingin Jaya. Penelitian bersifat observasional analitik dengan pendekatan case control. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh balita yang mengalami stunting berusia 6-59 bulan sebanyak 447 balita. Sampel dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 100 balita yang mengalami stunting sebagai kasus (case) dan sebanyak 100 balita yang tidak mengalami stunting sebagai kontrol (control).  Data dikumpulkan dengan menggunakan kuesioner, lalu dianalisis dengan menggunakan uji statistik chi-square. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: Ada hubungan jumlah kunjungan ANC dengan kejadian stunting pada balita usia 6-59 bulan. P value 0.034; Ada hubungan BBLR dengan kejadian stunting pada balita usia 6-59 bulan. P value 0.016; Ada hubungan status imunisasi dengan kejadian stunting pada balita usia 6-59 bulan. P value 0.033; Ada hubungan pola asuh dengan kejadian stunting pada balita usia 6-59 bulan. P value 0.010; dan Ada hubungan ASI ekslusif dengan kejadian stunting pada balita usia 6-59 bulan di Kecamatan Ingin Jaya tahun 2022. P value 0.016.
MEMBANGUN KEBIASAAN MEMBACA ANAK DENGAN METODE MEMBACA 20 MENIT DI DESA WAMBULU KECAMATAN KAPONTORI KABUPATEN BUTON
Authors: Hartati Hartati , Susanti Siti Misra , Selvi Selvi , Selvia Niko , Suciyanti Suciyanti
Published: February 2023

Tujuan dari kegiatan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat yang dilakukan di Desa Wambulu ini adalah membantu anak-anak dalam membangun kebiasaan membaca sehingga dapat menguatkan kemampuan membaca mereka. Kegiatan ini dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode membaca selama 20 menit yang dilakukan hampir setiap hari oleh anak-anak dengan didampingi oleh sejumlah mahasiswa dari Universitas Muhammadiyah Buton. Kegiatan ini dilakukan sekitar selama sebulan di Desa Wambulu. Target yang menjadi harapan dari adanya kegiatan ini adalah anak-anak dapat membangun kebiasaan membaca yang pada akhirnya menjadi kebiasaan jangka panjang yang dilakukan secara mandiri dimana saja anak-anak tersebut berada. Pada akhir kegiatan ini, para pelaksana yaitu dosen dan mahasiswa mendonasikan buku-buku bacaan kepada anak-anak dan guru sebagai upaya mendukung penguatan kemampuan membaca anak-anak.
PERAN GENERASI MILENIAL DALAM MENINGKATKAN KOMPETENSI SDM YANG BERDAYA SAING DI ERA PANDEMI
Authors: Jamaludin Pusporini Palupi , Kristina Elizabeth Tika , Komala Laura , Paringsih Paringsih
Published: February 2023

Tujuan dari Kegiatan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat adalah untuk melaksanakan salah satu Tri Darma Perguruan Tinggi yang dilaksanakan oleh dosen dan juga mahasiswa Universitas Pamulang.SDM yang dipandang penting dalam pengembangan SDM bidang pendidikan pendidikan memiliki peran dalam mengembangkan ilmu pengetahuan, mendesiminasikan, mensosialisasikan, dan mengaplikasikannya. Melalui perannya tersebut, pendidikan akan menghasilkan masyarakat pembelajar (learning society) yang diekspresikan dengan gemar mencari informasi, menggunakan, dan mengkomunikasikannya. generasi milenial sebagian besar tumbuh dan berkembangan melalui pendidikan, sehingga pendidikan menjadi wahana bagi pengembangan generasi milenial. Untuk itu, maka pendidikan memerlukan SDM yang kompeten sebagai aset bagi proses pengembangan generasi milenial yang siap akan problematika dan tantangan, SDM yang kompeten tersebut dicapai melalui proses pengembangan. Dengan demikian, SDM menjadi bagian penting dalam proses pengembangan pendidikan bagi generasi milenial. Dalam Pengabdian kepada masyarakat diharapkan keberadaan perguruan tinggi dapat memberikan kontribusi kepada pengembangan penerapan keilmuan kepada masyarakat. SDM yang berkualitas yang dibutuhkan diperoleh melalui proses, sehingga dibutuhkan suatu program pendidikan dan pelatihan untuk mempersiapkan dan pengembangan kualitas SDM yang sesuai dengan transformasi sosialMetode yang digunakan pada pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini penyampaikan materi secara verbal dalam pelaksanaan ini materi dengan melakukan Pengabdian kepada masyarakat dilaksanakan dengan memberikan pembimbingan dan pendampingan pada anak remeja di daerah Bojong Sari Depok. Hasil pengabdian masyarakat yang diperoleh adalah remaja antusias memperhatikan penyampaian pada saat pemberian materi dari Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat. Hal tersebut dilanjutkan dengan sesi tanya jawab terkait dengan materi tersebut.
PENGEMBANGAN BAHAN AJAR DIGITAL FLIPBOOK DALAM MENINGKATKAN KOMPETENSI GURU MGMP BAHASA INDONESIA SMA KOTA BOGOR
Authors: Talitha Stella , Rosdiana Rina , Mukhtar Ruyatul Hilal , Suhilman
Published: February 2023

Permasalahan yang dihadapi adalah kompetensi guru dalam menyusun bahan ajar digital belum maksimal, guru-guru cenderung hanya menggunakan buku teks dari pemerintah dan atau menggunakan video pembelajaran yang sudah ada di youtube. Berdasarkan permasalahan yang diperoleh dari wawancara dengan Ketua MGMP Bahasa Indonesia SMA Kota Bogor tersebut, tim pengabdi Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Indonesia, FKIP, Universitas Pakuan bertujuan meningkatkan kompetensi guru dalam membuat bahan ajar, khususnya bahan ajar digital. Solusi terhadap permasalahan tersebut adalah melalui pelatihan pembuatan bahan ajar dengan aplikasi flipbook. Metode pelaksanaan PkM adalah tutorial dan praktik pembuatan bahan ajar digital. Kegiatan pertama adalah berkoordinasi dengan Ketua MGMP Bahasa Indonesia SMA Kota Bogor. Selanjutnya, merancang panduan kegiatan. Ketiga, memberikan kuesioner awal dan meminta draf bahan ajar sesuai KD. Keempat, pemberian materi. Kelima, praktik pembuatan bahan ajar flipbook. Keenam, mengetahui respons guru dengan memberikan kuesioner akhir. Ketujuh, pengumpulan hasil bahan ajar flipbook. Dengan tuntutan guru di abad 21 yang harus melek digital, pelaksanaan PkM ini sangat penting. Kemampuan guru dalam mendukung pembelajaran digital sangat penting karena alat digital secara fundamental mengubah sifat pengetahuan dalam arti bahwa peserta didik memiliki kecakapan yang lebih kreatif, aktif, kolaboratif, dan menjadi pribadi yang berwawasan dalam membangun dan mengomunikasikan pengetahuan melalui media digital.
Neuromuscular junction disorders: Experimental models and pathophysiological mechanisms
Authors: Yan Li , Yin Zhao‑Xu , Chang Xue‑Li , Wang Rui , Zhang Xiu‑Min , Guo Jun‑Hong
Published: February 2023

Located between skeletal muscle fibers and motoneurons, the neuromuscular junction is a chemical synapse essential for the transmission of information from nervous system to skeletal muscle. There are many diseases related to neuromuscular junction dysfunction, including myasthenia gravis, Lambert‑Eaton myasthenic syndrome, congenital myasthenic syndromes, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and spinal muscular atrophy. The pathophysiological mechanisms of these diseases have been investigated using many animal models. Among them, mouse models are the most commonly used and have provided the majority of current data. Moreover, advances in human induced pluripotent stem cell technology has resulted in new opportunities to study neuromuscular junction disorders from both patients and healthy individuals. Currently, patient‑specific induced pluripotent stem cells derived from motor neurons have begun to be studied. These studies will help us achieve a more comprehensive understanding of diseases related to neuromuscular junction disorders. We will describe the research models of neuromuscular junction disorders and provide an overview of recent key findings.
REDES NEURAIS PARA PREVISÃO DE RADIAÇÃO SOLAR EM MANTA – EQUADOR
Authors: Ponce-Jara Marcos , Gordillo Carlo Alonso Cano , Velásquez Carlos , Lazo Juan Guillermo Lazo , Talavera Alvaro
Published: February 2023

No Equador, os dados de radiação solar e velocidade do vento nem sempre estão disponíveis para locais de interesse devido à ausência de estações meteorológicas. No âmbito deste trabalho, foi desenvolvido um protótipo de estação meteorológica automática de baixo custo baseado na tecnologia Raspberry para medir as variáveis acima mencionadas. O objetivo deste trabalho é duplo: a) apresentar uma proposta de projeto de estação meteorológica automática de baixo custo utilizando o microcomputador Raspberry Pi, mostrando a viabilidade desta tecnologia como alternativa para a construção de estação meteorológica automática e; b) usar a previsão com redes neurais para prever a radiação solar em Manta, Equador, com base nos dados históricos coletados: radiação solar, velocidade e direção do vento. Provamos que tanto a viabilidade da tecnologia quanto o aprendizado de máquina têm um alto potencial como ferramenta a ser usada neste campo de estudo.
Scoring system for predicting surgical-site infection in neonates and pediatric intensive care units – a preliminary study
Authors: M. Lumban Gaol Leecarlo , Anita Melian , Pasaribu Edi , Firmansyah Yohanes
Published: February 2023

Introduction: Surgical-site infections (SSI) account for a large proportion of morbidity, with an incidence of 500,000 cases per year from 27 million surgeries. Some researchers have found that the factors contributing to surgical wound infections include the number of bacterial contaminants, the virulence of the bacteria, the micro-environment around the surgical wound, and the immune system of the host.

 Aim: The aim of the study is to calculate the risk factors for surgical-site infections in a neonatal and pediatric intensive care unit and to apply them in a risk index for neonates and pediatrics in critical care units.

 Method: A retrospective cohort study was conducted at Tarakan General Hospital from January 2018 to July 2019 to investigate risk factors for SSIs. The various factors were then analyzed with the chi-square test, whereas the multivariate binary logistic regression model was used to examine independent risk factors for SSIs.

 Results: A total of 179 patients met the inclusion criteria. There were 66 patients in the NICU and 113 in the PICU. The bivariate analysis showed that SSI was associated with the type of ward, the operating room temperature, perioperative septicemia, the length of stay, and the use of chlorhexidine bathing (p < 0.05). The multivariate analysis identified three independent parameters correlating with the occurance of SSI: operating room temperature (odds ratio [OR] 12,510; 95% confidence interval [CI] 4,198 –37,279; p < 0.001); perioperative septicemia (OR 6,424; 95% CI 2,221–18,581; p=0.001); and chlorhexidine bathing (OR 35,751; 95% CI 8,627–148,164; p < 0.001).

 Conclusion: From these three independent paramaters, we recommend a prognostic scoring index for SSIs in postoperative NICU and PICU patients that requires further diagnostic, validity and realibility testing to improve patient outcomes.
Susac syndrome - the current review of knowledge and own experience presentation
Authors: Sikorska Katarzyna , Woźniak Monika , Dżaman Karolina
Published: February 2023

Susac syndrome is a rare autoimmune vasculopathy involving the small precapillary arterioles of the brain, retina, and inner ear. It is characterized by a triad of symptoms: encephalopathy, visual disturbances due to obstruction of retinal artery branches, and sensorineural hearing loss. The study aimed to review the current medical knowledge on Susac syndrome and present our clinical experience regarding this disease entity. The paper also presents a case of a 25-year-old patient who was diagnosed with Susac's syndrome based on the clinical picture and the results of additional tests. This syndrome should be considered in the differential diagnosis of multiple sclerosis and other multifocal lesions of the central nervous system because early diagnosis of the disease and immunosuppressive treatment significantly alleviates its course and improves the prognosis.
Zinc oxide nanoparticles as photo-catalytic and anti-bacterial pigment for alkyd resin based coating
Authors: Kavitha Sri A. , Sivaraj M. , Rajkumar S. , Ruby Shelin A. , Sajitha L.P. , Jeyasubramanian K. , Jeen Robert R.B. , Hikku G.S.
Published: February 2023

Recently, there has been an upsurge among people around the world in maintaining a sustainable and hygienic environment. This is due to the over-exploitation of recourses causing environmental pollution and spreading bacterial infections. In this regard, scientists are motivated to develop smart coatings where environmental pollutants and bacterial cells are degraded when in contact with their surfaces.In our previous report, ZnO nanoparticles (NPs) were prepared using the precipitation technique, showing good photocatalytic and antibacterial activity [1]. In this context, the present study details the use of ZnO NPs as pigment for the fabrication of alkyd resin-based self-cleaning coating. The coating was developed by mixing ZnO NPs and alkyd resin along with the additives using the ball milling technique. The developed coating was characterized using field emission scanning electron microscopy, energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, atomic force microscopy, and water contact angle measurements.To elucidate the self-cleaning and hygienic behaviour of the ZnO/alkyd resin coating, the dried coating was exposed to crystal violet (CV) solution as a model dye pollutant and bacterial strains to assess its photocatalytic and antibacterial activity. The droplets of CV solution placed over the coating almost degraded after 360 min of exposure to sunlight owing to the presence of ZnO NPs in the coating. Further, the coating exhibits reasonable antibacterial activity against E. coli and P. aeruginosa whereas it displays low antibacterial activity against S. aureus.Even though, the self-cleaning coating shows promising results, tuning the activity of the photo-catalytic pigment can improve the pollutant degradation efficiency and elevate bactericidal activity.ZnO NPs-impregnated alkyd resin coating for self-cleaning applications is novel.
THE IMPORTANCE AND EVOLUTION OF FDI INFLOWS IN CHINA
Authors:   Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu, POPA Cristina Elena
Published: February 2023

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) produce a plethora of positive direct effects on the host countries, such as additional resources and capabilities, added tax revenues, and GDP growth. Furthermore, they link the host economy to the global marketplace and improve the balance of payment. Apart from these direct effects, there are also many indirect consequences that must be taken into consideration, such as new management styles, new work culture, and more dynamic competitive practices. The sustained flow of FDI into developing nations is without a doubt an important stimulus for economic growth. In the present paper, the main objective is to present the inward FDI in China over the last 5 years, while highlighting the impact of the pandemic on the investment inflow. To achieve this goal, I have explained the importance of FDI inflows in the economic development of a country, I presented China s macroeconomic performance in recent years, and finally, I performed an analysis of the evolution of FDI inflows in China for the period 2017 – 2021. Regarding the methodology used, I have elaborated quantitative research, by collecting information and data from China s national statistics, international statistics, and from specialized literature. The hypothesis of the research is that despite being the country where the pandemic broke out, China managed to remain an attractive place for foreign investors.
Performance of mango (Mangifera indica) based agri-horticultural systems under rainfed plateau conditions of eastern India
Authors: DAS BIKASH , DHAKAR MAHESH KUMAR , SARKAR PRADIP KUMAR , KUMAR SHIVENDRA , NATH VISHAL , DEY P , SINGH A K , BHATT B P
Published: February 2023

An attempt was made at ICAR RCER, Research Centre, Ranchi to analyse the plant growth behavior, productivity of different component crops, profitability, soil fertility status and carbon sequestration potential of 20 different agri horticultural systems during young bearing stage (6th to 10th year) of mango plants. The field trial was established during the year 1999-2000 to standardize suitable filler crop and intercrop combinations for mango based agri-horticultural systems under rainfed uplands of eastern plateau and hill region. The study indicated enhanced growth of mango and filler plants with paddy as intercrop. With respect to soil fertility, reduction in the content of available nitrogen and potassium was recorded after 10 years of planting particularly under Mango + Guava + Paddy agri-horticultural system. Among all the systems, the maximum cumulative Rice equivalent yield was recorded under Mango + Guava + French Bean. During all the five years, the significantly higher REY was recorded in case of Agri-horti systems with either guava as filler crop or French bean as intercrop.
Insubordination to Unlawful Order: Praktek di Antara Bangsa-Bangsa dan Tantangan Penerapannya di Indonesia
Authors: Agus Mochammad Arief , Dzaki Alif Imam
Published: February 2023

Momentum peristiwa kasus Ferdy Sambo, Kanjuruhan serta kasus Santa Cruz di masa lalu meningkatkan kesadaran hukum bahwa perintah atasan dapat membuat bawahan melakukan tindakan-tindakan yang bertentangan dengan hukum. Apakah bawahan boleh menolak perintah atasan yang bertentangan dengan hukum? Apa konsekuensi hukum yang harus ditanggung olehnya? Apakah hukum malah mengharuskan mereka untuk menolak untuk mencegah dilanggarnya hukum? Apakah ada konsep yang mengatur hal ini dalam hukum internasional? Metode yang digunakan adalah studi hukum normatif dan dipertajam dengan pembahasan kasus tertentu dari praktik bangsa-bangsa. Pembahasan berkaitan dengan topik Insubordination to Unlawful Order dalam sejarah, ketentuan hukum internasional, praktik bangsa-bangsa, dan hukum positif Indonesia serta berbagai tantangan utama yang akan dihadapi. Diakhiri dengan kesimpulan bahwa bangsa-bangsa telah mempraktikkan konsep ini dengan baik meski terdapat perbedaan implementasi, sementara Indonesia belum menerapkannya dalam sistem hukum nasional dan akan menimbulkan berbagai permasalahan hukum. Sangat direkomendasikan untuk Indonesia mengadopsi konsep ini sebagai jawaban atas tantangan meningkatnya intensitas konflik global di masa mendatang.
Prácticas Pedagógicas en Educación Superior con relación a la Educación Inclusiva
Authors: Benítez Pérez Liza Viviana
Published: February 2023

Hablar de Educación Inclusiva en la Educación Superior, es hablar de diversidad, igualdad y equidad en el proceso de enseñanza y aprendizaje, basados en principios y valores que eliminen barreras de exclusión a personas vulnerables, No es solamente es un reto, sino una oportunidad que permitirá a los estudiantes acceder a los espacios educativos, garantizando el derecho a la educación. Como todo reto, se requiere de mucha responsabilidad, ya que  es  necesario que se empleen programas de capacitación todos los miembros de la comunidad educativa para la atención a personas con necesidades específicas de apoyo educativo, derivadas de discapacidad física, intelectual auditiva, visual y psicosocial, trastornos específicos de aprendizaje, altas capacidades intelectuales, condiciones personales o de historia escolar, que  requieran de apoyo, ajustes para alcanzar el máximo desarrollo posible de sus capacidades personales. Por consiguiente, este artículo tiene como objetivo analizar las prácticas pedagógicas de los docentes de la educación superior con relación a la educación inclusiva, los factores vinculados y las estrategias metodológicas significativas. Así también enfatizar lo establecido en el marco legal de la Educación Inclusiva del Paraguay. La metodología aplicada en esta investigación ha sido la revisión bibliográfica referida a los avances y resultados de investigaciones sobre la práctica pedagógicas inclusivas en la educación superior. En cuanto a los resultados y discusión se abordó todo lo relacionado a la educación superior, prácticas docentes y la educación inclusiva.
Improving Student Learning Outcomes in Social Studies Learning Using the Quantum Teaching Model in Elementary School
Authors: Fadhilah Fadhilah , Erita Yeni , Rahmi YULIA
Published: February 2023

This study aims to see the increase in social studies learning outcomes with the Quantum Teaching model in grade IV elementary school at SDN 13 Padang Gelanggang, as many as 20 students consisting of 12 male students and 8 female students. Based on the results of this study, learning was very low, because the teacher only talk in learning, because of that students become lazy. The purpose of this study is to improve the student learning process by using the Quantum Teaching model , including learning preparation. This research uses Qualitative and Quantitative. Based on the results of the analysis in 2 cycles, the results obtained in 2 cycles increased the number of lesson plans from 76.78 to 92.85. For teacher activity , from 75 to 89.06. Judging from student activity from 68 .81 to 84.36, the number of cognitive learning 80, affective 81.15, psychomotor 85.55. It can be concluded that learning with the Quantum Teaching model increases. So it can be concluded that there is an increase in class IV student learning outcomes in social studies learning using the Quantum Teaching Model
The Use of Mind Mapping in Social Studies Learning to Improve Creative Thinking Skills
Authors: Undari Mayrisa , Yeni Erita  , Novalina INDRIYANI  , Nur FADILLAH
Published: February 2023

Abstract

The social studies learning concept is very important for students to be able to adapt to their environment. The development of creative thinking skills in social life is something that must be developed. This study aims to discuss how the use of Mind Mapping in social studies learning can improve creative thinking. This type of research is descriptive qualitative with a literature review method which consists of several stages. First planning , where we determine the topics to be discussed, determine the criteria for the articles to be used. Second Conducting, the process of searching, selecting articles and data synthesis. The third is reporting, writing the results of a systematic literature review. Based on a study of 10 national articles on the use of Mind Mapping in social studies learning to improve creative thinking skills . The results of the research conducted show that the use of Mind Mapping is effective and efficient in improving students' creative thinking skills in social studies learning
Adoption of Improved Sorghum Variety (Melkam) and Its Impact on Household Food Security in Babile District, Eastern Ethiopia
Authors: Ahmed Mumed Abdukerim , Hassen Habib Abdi
Published: February 2023

This study aimed to examine the adoption of an improved sorghum variety (melkam) and its impact on smallholder farmers’ food security in Babile district, Eastern Harerghe zone, Oromia regional state, Ethiopia. A mixed research methodology was used to utilize both quantitative and qualitative strategies for data gathering and analysis. A multistage sampling process was applied to choose the 320 sample household heads. Literature was reviewed for secondary data. The results of the descriptive statistics indicated that 47.5% and 52.5% of the sample households adopted and did not adopt enhanced sorghum varieties, respectively. According to the findings of the binary logistic regression, factors that positively influenced farmers' decisions to adopt improved sorghum varieties included years of education, land holding, incomes, the availability of credit services, extension contact, and farmer cooperatives. In contrast, factors that adversely impacted farmers' judgments included household head age and market distance. Hence, this upshot concludes that improving educational levels, creating a fine line for credit access, and enhancing farmer cooperatives are needed to improve sorghum variety adoption.
Deformation and cutting process of interior surfaces
Authors:   Technical University of Moldova, ALEXANDRU MARIN
Published: February 2023

For going of the durability of the machining tools at the marking of mild steel is proposed the advanced straining, process which was applied in practice at the broaching the parts of holes valve rocker type. In this paper we propose to present some of specific aspects on the combined splinting and deforming process on internal surfaces.
Stochastic modelling of polysaccharide hydrolysis
Authors:   University POLITEHNICA of Bucharest, Chemical and Biochemical Department, TĂNASE DOBRE , PÂRVULESCU OANA CRISTINA ,   University POLITEHNICA of Bucharest, Chemical and Biochemical Departmen, RĂDUCANU CRISTIAN ,   University POLITEHNICA of Bucharest, Chemical and Biochemical Departmen
Published: February 2023

A stochastic model was selected and developed to describe polysaccharide hydrolysis kinetics. This model can accurately predict the hydrolysis kinetics and covers the limitations of some classical kinetic models (e.g., complexity of mathematical models, large number of parameter estimations, change in parameters with a change in hydrolysis conditions, etc.). One of the main advantages of the stochastic mathematical model approach is represented by the fact that the polysaccharide structural characteristics and operating parameters can be separately incorporated into the model. The stochastic process characterizing the model considers that the breakdown of a polysaccharide by hydrolysis is a random process based on the cleavage of a parent macromolecule within a molecular mass range into two descendants within lower molecular mass ranges. The model description and its implementation in the hydrolysis of a hypothetical polysaccharide were presented.
Complex calculation method of temperature, mass transfer potential and relative humidity for ventilation flow in subway
Authors:   0186, Mindeli Street 7, G. Tsulukidze Mining Institute, Tbilisi, Georgia, LAHCHAVA OMAR , ILIAS NICOLAE ,   Universităţii Street 20, University of Petroşani, Petroşani, Romania
Published: February 2023

A complex method for calculating the atmospheric climate parameters of ventilation flow in the metro is proposed, which includes non-stationary heat exchange between the ventilation stream and the environment of the whole mountain massif, while the mass exchange process occurs only in zones of reinforcement and finishing areas of tunnels, since the effect of the moisture exchange process is limited to waterproof membranes. Placement of membrane between the mining and tunnel reinforcement is widely applied modern technology. Consequently, in case of tunnels we are facing only pores with sorption moisture and this moisture is in dynamic equilibrium with relative humidity of ventilation air and help to maintain latter’s numeric value closest to average index throughout the year. Water in an explicit form in tunnel can be observed only in exceptional cases, in the form of local sources which is separately discussed in this paper in accordance with provided comprehensive method. This paper also considers the hygroscopic mass transfer potential in the mining massif and in the capillary-porous bodies. Calculation formulas for non-stationary heat and mass exchange coefficients are provided with and without consideration of tunnel reinforcement and finishing areas impacts.
A cancer survivorship model for holistic cancer care and research
Authors: Sheikh-Wu Sameena , Anglade Debbie , Downs Charles
Published: February 2023

Advancements in cancer have increased survival rates leading to a paradigm shift such that cancer is considered a chronic disease, necessitating an evaluation of our understanding of cancer survivorship (CS). For this purpose, a comprehensive literature search was performed, using CINAHL, MEDLINE, and PUBMED from 2000–2021. Drawing from the concepts in the literature, salient factors that affect CS across cancer populations were identified and a proposed model was developed. This paper describes the Cancer Survivorship Model (CSM). The CSM represents predisposing factors for survivors and survivorship’s acute, extended, and long-term phases, influencing factors: treatment and maintenance (medical/psychosocial care), well-being, influencing aspects (life-changing experience, uncertainty, prioritizing life, wellness management, and collateral damage), and social relationship factors that impact survivors’ symptom burdens and overall survivorship experience (health outcomes and quality of life). A case study demonstrates the CSM utility. Future application of the model holds promise for improving the quality of survivorship and informing research and clinical practice to promote and optimize survivors’ outcomes throughout the evolving survivorship.
Gaining a better understanding of the needs of rural cancer patients requiring in-home palliative and end-of-life care and nursing care and services
Authors: Gagnon Marie-Carmen , Hébert Johanne
Published: February 2023

Issue: Access to in-home palliative and end-of-life care (PELC), qualified professionals, and high-quality nursing care and services in rural areas is limited and unequal, thus leading to an increase in unmet needs across the care trajectory of cancer patients. Objectives and methodology: A qualitative descriptive study was carried out to gain a better understanding of the needs of rural cancer patients receiving in-home PELC and to describe the nursing care and services available to them. Results: Five rural cancer patients requiring PELC reported a variety of needs, especially those arising from limited information resources and multiple time- and energy-consuming back-and-forth trips to urban centres. Seven nurses who provide in-home care and services to rural inhabitants outlined the challenges they face in addressing these needs. These are related primarily to the long distances they are called upon to travel, the limited number of specialized professional resources available, transfers to emergency departments, the dearth of PELC training and the lack of a dedicated PELC team. Conclusion: These findings helped gain a better understanding of the specific needs of rural cancer patients requiring in-home PELC, as well as the challenges that nurses must confront to help their patients remain in their own homes.
A Generative Adversarial Network approach for automatic inspection in automotive assembly lines
Authors: Mumbelli Joceleide D. C. , Guarneri Giovanni A. , Lopes Yuri K. , Casanova Dalcimar , Teixeira Marcelo
Published: February 2023

In manufacturing systems, quality of inspection is a critical issue. This can be conducted by humans, or by employing Computer Vision Systems (CVS) which are trained upon representative datasets of images to detect classes of defects that may occur. The construction of such datasets strongly limits the use of CVS methods, as the variety of defects has combinatorial nature. Alternatively, instead of recognizing defects, a system can be trained to detect non-defective standards, becoming appropriate for some application profiles. In flexible automotive manufacturing, for example, parts are assembled within a reduced set of correct combinations, while the amount of possible incorrect assembling is enormous. In this paper, we show how a CVS can be extended with a Deep Learning-based approach that exploits a Generative Adversarial Network (GAN) to detect non-defective production, eliminating the need for constructing defect image datasets. The proposal is tested over the assembly line of Renault, in Brazil. Results show that our method returns better accuracy in inspection, compared with the current CVS solution, besides generalizing better to different components inspection without having to modify the method.
Weaklier Supervised: Semi-automatic Scribble Generation Applied to Semantic Segmentation
Authors: Ferreira João Pedro Klock , Pinto João Paulo Lara , Castro Cristiano Leite
Published: February 2023

With many applications regarding semantic segmentation arising, along with the advent of the Deep Semantic Segmentation Networks, the need for large labeled datasets has also largely increased. But labeling thousands of images can be very expensive and time-consuming. Approaches such as weak and semi supervision try do deal with this problem, but the first cannot deal with large datasets and the latter is hard to deal with semantic segmentation. Therefore, in this work we propose a combination of both to create a novel pipeline of weak supervision, with focus in satellite imagery, capable of dealing with large datasets. We propose a pipeline to automatically generate scribbles in images, requiring that the user only label 10% of the images in a given dataset, while a classifier deal with the remaining images. Along with that, we also propose a simple semantic segmentation pipeline, that uses only images with scribbles to train a network. Results show that performance is lower, but similar to a fully supervised pipeline.
A Python Framework for Objective Visual Quality Assessment
Authors: Saigg Caio L. , Dias Bruno S. S. , Costa André H. M. , Farias Mylène C. Q. , Martinez Helard B.
Published: February 2023

This work introduces a Quality Assessment Framework that provides researchers with the flexibility, consistency, and scalability they need to evaluate and compare quality metrics, promoting the reproducibility of results. The framework is open source (Python) and currently has 11 visual quality metrics that use 3 different libraries: Scikit-video, FFmpeg toolkit, and PyMetrikz. It can be easily expanded to include more metrics in the future and allows testing on several quality datasets. To validate it, we tested it on two datasets and compared the results with the results obtained by other authors in the literature. The results are consistent with those reported by external studies. With this evidence, new image/video metrics and datasets can be integrated into this framework. This will allow researchers to compare their methods with a wide number of quality metrics on several datasets in a fast and efficient way.