bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Descent Matrix-free Nonlinear Conjugate Gradient Algorithm for Impulse Noise Removal
Authors: Salihu Nasiru , Kumam Poom , Mohammed Sulaiman Ibrahim , Salihu Suraj
Published: October 2024

The convergence of the Polak, Ribie‘re-Polyak (PRP) conjugate gradient (CG) method requires some modifications for improved theoretical properties. In this article, we explore an optimal choice of the Perry conjugacy condition to propose a hybrid CG parameter for solving optimization and inverse problems, particularly in an image reconstruction model. This parameter is selected to satisfy a combination of revised version of the PRP and Dai-Yuan (DY) CG methods. The numerical implementation includes inexact line search, showcasing the scheme's robustness (highest number of solved functions) compared to other known CG algorithms. The efficiency is shown in terms of Real error (RelErr), peak signal noise ratio (PNSR), and CPU time in seconds for impulse noise removal while for unconstrained minimization problems, the study evaluated the efficiency based on number of iterations, function evaluation, and CPU time in seconds. An interesting feature of the proposed method is its ability to converges to the minimizer regardless of the initial guess, relying on certain established assumptions.
Konflik Batin Tokoh Dalam Novel Teluk Alaska Karya Eka Aryani: Kajian Psikologi Sastra dan Implikasi Pembelajarannya di SMA
Authors: Lola Ivanka  , Alifiah Nurachmana  , Patrisia Cuesdeyeni  , Albertus Purwaka  , Nerlin Tauke  , Lestari Lestari
Published: October 2024

What is the id of the main character in the novel Teluk Alaska by Eka Aryani and (2) What is the ego of the main character in the novel Teluk Alaska by Eka Aryani (3) What is the superego of the main character in the novel Teluk Alaska by Eka Aryani (4) How to trigger learning about the inner conflict of the main character in the novel Teluk Alaska by Eka Aryani in high school. The method used is a descriptive method using qualitative analysis which describes the inner conflict that occurs in the main character. Data collection is used by reading and taking notes. The data source for this research is the novel Teluk Alaska by Eka Aryani with 408 pages published by Coconut Books, first printed in 2019. Based on the study and discussion of research results, it can be concluded that the characters Ana and Alister are protagonists who have id, ego and superego personality aspects. The most prominent personality aspect of Ana's character is the superego aspect, so that Ana's character has a patient attitude and is more concerned with other people's feelings than her own. Meanwhile, the most prominent personality aspect of the character Alister is the id aspect, so Alister has a personality that tends to be difficult to control himself and easily influences situations. The novel Teluk Alaska by Eka Aryani is suitable to be used as literature teaching material in high school, it can clearly help and support as a means of supporting the enrichment of students' reading in addition to certain novels which are used as learning material by literature teachers. It can be seen from the perspective of language, mental maturity (psychology) of students, and cultural background.
Konflik Sosial Dalam Novel Rembulan Tenggelam Di Wajahmu Karya Tere Liye: Kajian Sosiologi Sastra
Authors: Mayviolita Aulia Nur Annisa  , Ahmad Rifai  , Siti Fatimah
Published: October 2024

This research uses the literary object of the novel entitled Rembulan Tenggelam di Wajahmu by Tere Liye. This research is motivated by several social conflicts that usually occur in society, both those that are going through and that have already been passed. The formulation of the problem in this research is how social conflict is in the novel Rembulan Tenggelam di Wajahmu by Tere Liye. The social conflicts in the novel include realistic conflicts, non-realistic conflicts and the positive function of social conflict. The aim of this research is to describe the social conflict in the novel Rembulan Tenggelam di Wajahmu by Tere Liye. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method with a literary sociology approach through Lewis A. Coser's social conflict theory which is used to discover social conflict. The data collection technique in this research uses documentation techniques. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that there is an analysis of social conflict in the novel Rembulan Tenggelam di Wajahmu by Tere Liye: A Sociological Study of Literature which consists of 1) The concept of social conflict of the characters in the form of realistic conflict with elements of Hostile feeling and Hostile behavior  and non-realistic conflicts are dominated by realistic conflicts because the conflicts in the novel mostly occur between two people and without the element of revenge.
Strategi Kepala Sekolah Dalam Peningkatan Mutu Pendidikan di TK IT Pendidikan Al Qur’an di Sentang Kecamatan Kisaran Timur Kabupaten Asahan
Authors: Widya Ayu Arinda  , Sariana Marbun
Published: October 2024

This study aims to describe the strategy of a kindergarten principal in improving the quality of education, from a leadership perspective, the role of the principal towards teachers and the management of the principal in the Integrated Islamic Kindergarten for Al-Qur'an Education in Sentang, Kisaran Timur District, Asahan District.The research method used in this study is a qualitative method with a qualitative descriptive approach. There were three subjects in this study, namely one school principal and two teaching teachers in the Integrated Islamic Kindergarten for Al-Quran Education. The data analysis technique used in this study is data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The findings of this study indicate that the strategy of a school principal is seen from three aspects, namely: 1) Principal leadership, the head of the Integrated Islamic Kindergarten for Al-Qur'an Education, becomes a leader by learning to understand and learning to act professionally by dedicating oneself and being loyal to the school. 2) The role of the principal towards teachers in improving quality, the principal refers to improving good communication with teachers, students and school members. Meet the needs of teachers, both in fulfilling teaching and learning facilities and infrastructure. 3) Management of the principal of the school, carrying out the preparation, implementation of a program of school activities that have been designed to achieve school program goals in accordance with the school's vision, mission and goals that have been set.
Representasi Perempuan Abad 21 Dalam Novel Jalan Panjang Menuju Pulang Karya Pipiet Senja Kajian: Feminisme Eksistensialis
Authors: Irsa Fitriani  , Paul Diman  , Indra Perdana  , Misnawati Misnawati  , Jumadi Jumadi
Published: October 2024

The purpose of this study is to describe the characters and characterizations, as well as to describe the representation of the existence of 21st century women in the main character in the novel Jalan Panjang Menuju Pulang by Pipiet Senja. This research is a qualitative descriptive study using the documentation method. Data analysis techniques used reading techniques and note-taking techniques, then the results of data analysis were presented in descriptive form. The theory used in this study is Simone de Beauvoir's existentialist feminist theory. The source of the data in this study was a novel entitled The Long Way to Go Home by Pipiet Senja. The total data findings in this study found 95 data, namely 40 data from characters and characterizations and 55 data from the representation of 21st century women in the novel Jalan Panjang Menuju Pulang by Pipiet Senja.
The results of the analysis of the novel Jalan Panjang Toward Home by Pipiet Senja can be concluded that the main female character, Fatin, can realize her existence from the oppression she has experienced. The results showed that the forms of oppression experienced by Fatin's character were verbal violence (5 data), non-verbal violence (18 data), and sexual harassment (7 data). Fatin's character experienced verbal and non-verbal violence due to the actions of Rimbong who was her husband and also her new boyfriend Frankie whom she met in the Netherlands, while Fatin experienced sexual harassment due to the actions of Hans, a white  man who stayed at the Tiara Hotel where Fatin worked, and was also carried out by Frankie . The representation which implies meaning and ideology as a symbol of the 21st century women's struggle against oppression as a form of existence, is carried out by the character Fatin. As for the form of the Fatin character's struggle against oppression as a form of her existence, namely by daring to fight (12 data), trying to rise from oppression (9 data), and working (4 data).
Jejak Islam di Spanyol dan Dampaknya terhadap Perkembangan Renaissance di Eropa
Authors: Muhammad Basri  , Nur Hijriyati Waisa  , Salsabila Aulia
Published: October 2024

This article examines the significant role of Islam in Spain, or Al-Andalus, and its profound impact on the development of the Renaissance in Europe. Focusing on “Islamic Traces in Spain,” this article describes the long and prosperous period of Al-Andalus for more than seven centuries. The aim of the research is to explore the cultural, scientific and intellectual influence of Islam in Spain on European civilization. The research methodology involves historical and literary analysis to explore the contribution of Islam in shaping the intellectual foundations of Europe. Major findings include improvements in science, art, and wisdom that came from cultural contact between the Islamic world and Europe. The conclusion of the article summarizes that the Al-Andalus period had a significant impact in shaping a more modern European civilization. Islam's contribution to the European Renaissance provided an important impetus for the emergence of rational thought and scientific research. The implications of these findings pave the way for understanding the complex relationship between Islamic and European civilizations and their long-term impacts. This article has the potential to provide valuable insights for further research on cultural interactions and intellectual developments along the Islamic Trail in Spain..
Implementasi Literasi Budaya dan Kewargaan Melalui Program LEKSAM BEDAS di SDN Cipaku 03 Untuk Meningkatkan Kreativitas Pada Siswa
Authors: Ridha Haifarashin  , Dinie Anggraeni Dewi  , Rizky Saeful Hayat
Published: October 2024

This research aims to determine the implementation of cultural and civic literacy through the LEKSAM BEDAS literacy program at SDN Cipaku 03 to increase creativity in students. This research uses one method, namely the qualitative descriptive method. Then the researcher also studied research information from the results of interviews conducted with the fifth grade teacher who was the literacy program supervisor at SDN Cipaku 03. Data collection techniques were carried out using observation, interviews and documentation. Data analysis was carried out using data collection, data reduction, data presentation, inference and verification techniques. The results of the research show that SDN Cipaku 03 has implemented the Family Educational Literacy program, Children’s School and Community, Awakening to Dynamic, Prosperous, Religious Education (Leksam Bedas) in order to improve literacy and creativity skills in students. The Bedas Leksam program can be carried out by utilizing libraries and other reading areas as literacy infrastructure that supports students. The Bedas Leksam program can be combined with cultural literacy and civic literacy.
Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Interaktif Berbasis Android Pada Mata Pelajaran PJOK Untuk Siswa Kelas VII
Authors: Vika Fatikha Rahmawati  , Hariyoko Hariyoko
Published: October 2024

This study aims to develop interactive learning media based on android in physical education, sports and health subjects for class VII SMP Tamansiswa Malang with the help of Unity 3D software. This study used the Borg & Gall Research and Development method. The subjects used were all students of class VII SMP Tamansiswa Malang. For data collection instruments in the form of observation, by observing the process of learning activities directly on subjects of physical education, sports, and health on health material. This research was validated by physical education, sports and health learning experts, learning media experts, and physical education, sports and health teachers for class VII SMP Tamansiswa with a very decent category. Then the results of the overall product trial involving all VII grade students of Tamansiswa Malang Middle School were divided into two small group trials with a sample of 10 students obtaining 83.37% results and large group trials with all VII grade students obtaining 95.34% results so very worthy. Based on the data that has been obtained, it can be concluded that the android-based interactive learning media developed for class VII students of SMP Tamansiswa Malang is categorized as very feasible and can be used without revision.
Peran Motivasi Guru Dalam Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Siswa Materi Pendidikan Agama Islam Di SD Muhammad Al-Unaizy
Authors: Irwan Desiharto  , Dede Maulana Malik  , Siti Qomariyah
Published: October 2024

One of the problems in learning is that teachers rarely motivate students, and students are not motivated. Finally, students are less motivated and their learning outcomes are not achieved well. The research aims to determine student learning motivation in improving learning outcomes, student learning outcomes in PAI lessons before and after getting motivation, and determine the role of PAI teacher motivation in improving student learning outcomes. This research uses field research with descriptive qualitative methods. Data collection techniques were carried out using observation, interviews and documentation in the field. This research was conducted at Muhammad Al-Unaizy Elementary School. The results of this research show that providing motivation before studying at SD Muhamad Al-Unaizy has gone well. Thus, this motivational activity can improve student learning outcomes at the end of the meeting. Supporting factors in this activity include parental support, adequate infrastructure. The inhibiting factor is the level of students' varying levels of absorption in absorbing motivation from the teacher.
Hegemoni Kekuasaan Pada Novel “Si Putih” Karya Tere Liye (Teori Gramsci)
Authors: Anisa Triana Octavia  , Nazwa Rahmawati  , Supriyono Supriyono
Published: October 2024

This study aims to examine the form of hegemony of power contained in the novel "Si Putih" by Tere Liye. This research uses Gramsci's Hegemony theory. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with a literary research approach with literature study data collection techniques, reading techniques and note-taking techniques. The data source of this research comes from the novel "Si Putih" by Tere Liye published in 2021 by Gramedia Pustaka Utama in the form of phrases, sentences or paragraphs contained in the novel. The results of this study describe the form of hegemony of power in the story towards the end of the novel "Si Putih" in one of the characters, namely the King of Mount Timur. The form of hegemony of power he exercised was to subjugate the Animal Controller to submit under his rule. In addition, the Eastern Mountain King's form of hegemony is shown by utilizing the power he has, by releasing the virus to modern cities so that his goal of revenge is achieved.
Implementasi Pendidikan Karakter di Sekolah Dasar Melalui Pembelajaran Kewarganegaraan
Authors: Wahyu Putri Bunda  , Rendy Rahmadani Saputra  , M. Desyrizal Pratama  , Ilham Hudi  , Salsa Sabila
Published: October 2024

In elementary school, Citizenship Education subjects are an ideal forum for inserting character education, because the topics include values ​​such as responsibility, honesty, justice, cooperation and love of the country. Teachers are able to integrate various activities and learning methods to help students know and apply these values ​​in everyday life. In this study, the researcher used a qualitative or narrative method which aims to study a problem more deeply using the method of analyzing several theories without calculating percentages. This research uses a qualitative research method because it describes the implementation of character education in elementary schools to see clearly news about the reality that occurs in the field, after that analyzing the results. Therefore, Citizenship Education learning must be improved to improve student character through planning, implementation and assessment processes. This effort is included in the Citizenship Education subject, where citizenship education material produces student character. For this reason, character education is said to have been successfully implemented in several elementary schools. It can be concluded that the implementation of character education through Civics subjects in elementary schools is important, although there are still several challenges such as a lack of teacher training and a rigid curriculum.
Penerapan Pembelajaran Kolaboratif Dalam Mata Kuliah Bahasa Indonesia
Authors: Inka Piola Naretin Rahayu  , Aura Yandira Utami  , Anggita Ardiani Efendi Nasution  , Nuraini Nuraini  , Kurnia Riski Siregar  , Muhammad Anggie J. Daulay
Published: October 2024

This research describes the application of collaborative learning in Indonesian language courses at universities, identifies its benefits, and identifies the challenges faced in its implementation. This research also aims to formulate solutions that can overcome these challenges, thereby strengthening the effectiveness and success of collaborative learning in the context of teaching Indonesian in higher education. Based on the results and discussion, the conclusion that can be drawn is that collaborative learning has a strong theoretical basis from social constructivism, constructivism, social learning, and cooperative theory (Vygotsky, Piaget, Bandura, Johnson & Johnson). The implementation of collaborative learning provides significant benefits for students and lecturers, including increased motivation, material knowledge, engagement, and better interpersonal relationships. Effective implementation strategies include clarifying learning objectives, forming effective groups, providing structured assignments, facilitating interaction, and providing fair assessments. Further training and provision is needed for students and lecturers in implementing collaborative learning effectively. The development of assessment instruments that are more detailed and sensitive to individual contributions in the group can increase the objectivity of the assessment. Further research is needed to identify more efficient strategies for overcoming challenges in collaborative learning. Stronger support from universities in providing the training and resources needed to optimize the implementation of collaborative learning models
Analisis Kebutuhan Pelatihan Manajemen Persuratan Bagi Tenaga Administrasi
Authors: Ari Wibowo Sembiring  , Khoirunnisa Khoirunnisa  , Laila Ali Tanjung  , T. Darmansha
Published: October 2024

This research examines the need for correspondence management training for administrative staff through a literature review from various related literature sources. Correspondence management is an important activity in office administration, but often does not receive adequate attention. This can cause problems such as mail flow jams, loss of important documents, and slow administration processes. To overcome this problem, appropriate training is needed for administrative staff so that they can manage correspondence effectively and efficiently. Through searching various journals, books and other literary sources, information was obtained about the importance of correspondence management, the obstacles faced by administrative staff, as well as best practices in managing correspondence. From the literature review, relevant training needs for administrative staff were identified, such as digital archiving, handling confidential letters, and the use of information technology-based correspondence management information systems. The results of this literature research provide a comprehensive picture of the needs for correspondence management training for administrative staff. These findings are the basis for designing training programs that suit the real needs of administrative staff, so that they can optimize correspondence management and support the smooth running of administrative processes in the organization.
Analisis Kesalahan Berbahasa dalam Teks Nonfiksi pada Buku Pelajaran Bahasa Indonesia Kelas VIII Terbitan Pusat Kurikulum dan Perbukuan Balitbang Kementerian Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan sebagai Upaya Meningkatkan Kualitas Pembelajaran Membaca
Authors: Rafanida Alyafatin  , Izatul Atiya Pasah  , Nia Mila Dina Setiani  , Hening Jati Melani  , Anggun Rizka Ramadania  , Asep Purwo Yudi Utomo  , Aang Fahruddin Dwi Hatmanto
Published: October 2024

The use of the Indonesian language, particularly in spelling, has not been fully executed properly, especially in textbooks. Textbooks, especially Indonesian language textbooks, as the primary learning source, should serve as examples of standardized and error-free texts. However, in reality, many language errors are still found in the non-fiction texts of Indonesian language textbooks. This research describes syntax language errors in the Indonesian Language Textbook for Grade VIII published by the Curriculum and Book Development Center of the Ministry of Education and Culture. The research method used is Qualitative Descriptive. The results of the research include language errors in the Grade VIII Indonesian Language Textbook published by the Curriculum and Book Development Center of the Ministry of Education and Culture in the field of syntax, which include: conjunction errors, punctuation errors, misspellings not in accordance with KBBI (Indonesian Dictionary), and sentence ineffectiveness. From the research findings, it can be concluded that Indonesian language textbooks serve as good learning resources, but the various errors found indicate that Indonesian language textbooks are still not effective for learning. This research was conducted to identify language errors in Indonesian language textbooks in order to pay more attention to their effectiveness in learning.
Pengaruh Penguasaan Bahasa Indonesia terhadap Pemahaman Teori dan Praktik Pendidikan Jasmani pada Mahasiswa
Authors: Ika Febriana  , Muhammad Reza Nasution  , Bayu Christo Anugrah Purba  , Della Wiyanti  , Nurul Ikhwani
Published: October 2024

The mental and physical health of students is greatly influenced by physical education, especially in the Physical Education, Health, and Recreation (PJKR) study program at Medan State University. One of the languages ​​that can be used in PJKR learning to understand the Theory and Practice of Education and to communicate with lecturers and friends during lectures is Indonesian. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of Indonesian language proficiency on students' understanding of physical education theory and practice. This is because language is an important communication tool in learning, including in physical education lessons. The results of the study showed that increasing Indonesian language proficiency has an effect on contributing to improving student achievement in the field of Physics education.
Implikasi Penggunaan Alih Kode Dalam Film “Ngeri-Ngeri Sedap” Terhadap Komunikasi Antar Remaja di Lingkungan Sekolah
Authors: Aura Meriska  , Felicia Joice Sitinjak  , Inge Irawati  , Yuliana Sari
Published: October 2024

Language diversity allows each person to use more than one language. The use of several languages ​​in communication presents the potential for code mixing and code switching. These two linguistic events often occur in various environments, even in the mass media. This study aims to describe (1) the types and forms of code switching in the film Ngeri Ngeri Sedap; (2) factors that cause code switching in the film Ngeri-Ngeri Sedap; and (3) the use of the analysis results as a review of communication between teenagers in the school environment. This study is a qualitative descriptive study. The data collection technique used is the free listening technique with advanced techniques in the form of note-taking techniques. Data analysis is carried out through data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study show that: (1) there are 15 internal code switching data involving Indonesian, Batak, Sundanese, and Javanese. (2) the results of the analysis can be used as a review of communication between teenagers in the school environment.
Penerapan Media Postcard untuk Meningkatkan Keaktifan Siswa SMK Ma’arif NU Kajen Tahun 2021/2022
Authors: Yudharina Fitria Kemalasari
Published: October 2024

The learning model applied during the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way students learn, so that student activity in the learning process in class is still low and there are many student absences after the pandemic. Almost 2 years of the pandemic have required students to study from their respective homes so that students are increasingly lazy or less active in learning. This is the basis for the idea of ​​how to make them more effective in learning by using postcard media. Postcard media is a media containing questions related to learning that must be answered by students by taking lucky coupons. The purpose of this study is 1) To describe the teacher's process in implementing postcard media in building student activity in learning in class XI of SMK Ma'arif NU Kajen. 2) To analyze the level of student activity of class XI of SMK Ma'arif NU Kajen through the application of postcard media in learning. This classroom action research was conducted at SMK Ma'arif NU Kajen with the research subjects of class XI students totaling 72 students with almost the same academic abilities, able to understand simple materials, but the level of student activity is low, the majority are less brave in expressing ideas, ideas and opinions. Data collection techniques include questionnaire sheets and documentation. Data analysis used is qualitative and quantitative data analysis. The results of the study showed that the process of implementing postcard media which was carried out through three stages, namely the process of designing a learning plan, the process of implementing learning, and the process of evaluating the use of learning media has been implemented well by teachers. In cycle I, the results of the questionnaire showed that the application of postcard media to increase student activity was successful with an average score reaching 86%. In cycle II, the application of postcard media to increase student activity was successful with an average questionnaire score reaching 88%. Postcard media has proven to be effective in increasing student activity in learning. For teachers, it is expected to be able to improve learning media so that students can be encouraged to be active in class. For schools, it is expected to be able to provide adequate facilities, especially the provision of teaching aids so that teachers can be more free in creating a creative learning process.
Analisis Dampak Kebingaran Mesin Pesawat Bagi Petugas Marshaller di Bandar Udara Internasional Blimbingsari Banyuwangi
Authors: Brendy Setya Saputra  , Gallis Nawang Ginusti
Published: October 2024

The number of aircraft in Indonesia drives both the national and global aviation industries. The government and airport management must enhance the quality, performance, safety, security, and economic development of airports. Blimbingsari International Airport in Banyuwangi supports air transportation in Rogojampi, Banyuwangi; however, advancements in aviation facilities can increase air pollution and noise, disrupting community activities and degrading environmental quality. Aircraft movements require coordination, including the role of marshallers who must use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adhere to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) protocols for safety. Noise reduction efforts at the airport must comply with the maximum limit of 55 dBA in residential areas. This qualitative case study investigates the impact of aircraft engine noise on the hearing of marshallers at Blimbingsari International Airport in Banyuwangi. Primary data were obtained from direct observation and interviews, while secondary data were sourced from regulations and relevant documents. The findings indicate that noise levels at the airport range from 34-66 dB(A) and do not significantly impact the health of nearby residents or operational staff. The authors recommend that the airport management regularly check the readiness of field staff, enhance equipment and the availability of first aid kits (P3K) in the AMC Unit, and ensure the quality of PPE and health guarantees for operational staff, particularly in the AMC division (Marshallers, Ramp Handling).
Inter/Micro 2024 — International Microscopy Conference
Authors: Laughlin Gary J.
Published: October 2024

McCrone Research Institute hosted the annual Inter/Micro microscopy conference on June 11–14, 2024. This was the 76th anniversary of these meetings since they first began here on the South Side of Chicago in 1948. Professional and amateur microscopists from around the world gathered together to meet and present their latest research and advancements in new techniques, instrumentation, and practical applications in various fields of microscopy and microanalysis. The two-day author presentation schedule was followed by a two-day practical workshop on how particles of combustion are identified along with their sources.
Pengaruh Ukuran Kanul dan Durasi Kanulasi terhadap Lama Waktu Sembuh Luka Trakeostomi
Authors: Johana Lintong Pinkan , Lumintang Nico , Tandililing Sherly , Langi Fredrik G.
Published: October 2024

Latar Belakang: Trakeostomi merupakan prosedur penting yang sering dilakukan untuk mempertahankan jalan napas, terutama pada pasien dengan kondisi kritis. Ukuran kanul dan durasi kanulasi trakeostomi diduga mempengaruhi waktu penyembuhan luka setelah dekanulasi. Namun, bukti yang mendukung hubungan ini masih terbatas.
Tujuan: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi pengaruh ukuran kanul trakeostomi dan durasi kanulasi terhadap waktu penyembuhan luka trakeostomi pasca dekanulasi.
Metode: Penelitian kohort prospektif dilakukan terhadap 13 pasien yang menjalani trakeostomi di RSUP Prof. Dr. R.D Kandou. Data mengenai ukuran kanul, durasi kanulasi, dan waktu penyembuhan luka dikumpulkan. Analisis statistik, termasuk regresi logistik dan analisis deskriptif, digunakan untuk menilai hubungan antar variabel.
Hasil: Ukuran kanul bervariasi dari 6,5 mm hingga 7,5 mm, dengan durasi kanulasi berkisar antara 9 hingga 77 hari. Waktu penyembuhan luka juga bervariasi, dengan sebagian pasien sembuh dalam 14 hari, sementara yang lain membutuhkan waktu lebih dari 14 hari. Analisis statistik tidak menunjukkan adanya hubungan signifikan antara ukuran kanul maupun durasi kanulasi dengan waktu penyembuhan luka. Namun, infeksi parastoma ditemukan memperpanjang waktu penyembuhan rata-rata empat hari (p = 0,003).
Kesimpulan: Ukuran kanul dan durasi kanulasi tidak memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap waktu penyembuhan luka trakeostomi pasca dekanulasi. Infeksi parastoma, di sisi lain, berperan penting dalam memperlambat penyembuhan luka. Penelitian lebih lanjut diperlukan untuk mengeksplorasi faktor-faktor spesifik yang mempengaruhi penundaan penyembuhan terkait infeksi.
Imagini și conștiință la Ludwig Klages
Authors:   Institutul de Filosofie și Psihologie „Constantin Rădulescu-Motru” al Academiei Române, Baciu Claudiu
Published: October 2024

One of the thinkers who, in the wake of Nietzsche, criticized reason in the name of Life, Soul, and emotions, Ludwig Klages is not only a very analytical thinker able to approach critically, in a systematic manner, topics of phenomenology, ontology, or even science but also a creative thinker who proposes a metaphysical view that endeavours to overcome the post-Kantian bracketing of the world. A representative himself of Lebensphilosophie, Klages considers that the static structure of consciousness – which he calls „Spirit,” and which corresponds to what we usually call „concept” – is what has created the worldview that has led the Western human being into the present profound rift with reality, and with himself too. In the following paper we discuss first some of Klages’ arguments concerning the misconceptions that made possible such an overvaluation of concepts as fundamental instruments of the human mind. Secondly, we present his response to this rationalist bias and prejudice, namely his theory about the „reality of images.” The latter are not conceived of as mirror-like reflections of external reality but as highly significant „expressions” of this reality, allowing us a specific metaphysical knowledge of it. What is more, as such „expressions,” images do not inform us – this is the role of the concept – but rather, they „build” us (somewhat in the classical sense of the German Bildung and also Bildungsroman) and are the real profound source of our (changing) truths. On this point, Klages abandons the classical view of truth as correspondence that we inherited from Aristotle, proposing a theory in which, although the human being is receptive towards the external world, he is not conceived of as immutable or endowed with an intellectual grid that passes unchanged through the ages.
Scoaterea-din-ascundere a realităților profunde ale fizicii: calea fenomenologică
Authors:   Universitatea din București, Apostolescu Bogdan-Alexandru
Published: October 2024

The study aims to highlight the phenomenological side of research results in advanced physics. The present analysis updates the studies of Joseph Kockelmans and Dimitri Ginev regarding research practices, practices which are transformed by physicists into “ready made” cognitive content (the current result of the objectifying thematization) and which “make present”, bring to light, truths of matter. I add to Ginev's research other theoretical models (cognitive contents) from the same area of scientific interest and which have the same useful result for the present study, that of unconcealment of truths of the matter, which are not directly visible.
Provocări hermeneutice ale originarității mitului în orizontul morfologiei culturii și al noologiei abisale
Authors:   Universitatea din București, Amarinei Maria
Published: October 2024

This paper aims to examine the relationship between mythological discourse and magical thinking within the context of abysmal noology and cultural morphology. Lucian Blaga distinguishes between myth and religion as cultural forms that affirm the nature of man through mystery and revelation. Therefore, the question arises regarding the original nature of myth. Furthermore, Blaga differentiates between mythical and magical thought, emphasising that they are not equivalent or interdependent. The work aims to reinscribe mythical discourse in a pre-Christian religious system, in which its performative dimension, through transmission, and also through gestures with a ritualistic magical substance constitutes, alongside imagistic representation, a religious configuration par excellence. First, this text will examine the use of myth as an analogy due to the influence of the Platonic school of thought and the triumph of the discourse of the Logos over the mythical discourse. Subsequently, the discussion will centre on the boundaries of abyssal noology and the expressions of cultural forms within it, with the aim of distinguishing between Blaga’s interpretations of religion and myth. Finally, this text will establish the original interdependence between myth and ritual in the archaic religious mind at a hermeneutical and phenomenal level, specifically addressing the relationship between mythical and magical thought.
Enabling Information Transmission in Low-Throughput Wireless Channels for Aerial Disaster Monitoring Systems
Authors: Zobel Julian , Steinmetz Ralf
Published: October 2024

The utilization of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) for disaster relief has significantly increased in recent years, especially in the fields of aerial monitoring and communication support. At the same time, research on wireless communication channels between UAVs operating in disaster areas and their base station has been neglected, despite its importance for system operability and information transmission. Therefore, this paper addresses requirements of a suitable data channel on the use case of an Aerial Monitoring System for distributed disaster networks. We put special emphasis on possible applications using low-throughput technologies, like LoRa, to enable information transmission on low-cost hardware without centralized infrastructure, which is highly important for UAV applications in disaster scenarios. Specifically, we propose the aggregation of topology information to reduce message sizes and increase usability under challenging network conditions. Our results highlight that the aggregated monitoring information can be transferred to the base station with reasonable delay and reliability, possible with a low-throughput channel as low as 300 bit/s. At the same time, the aggregated information still maintains an adequate representation of the monitored topology of the distributed disaster network.
Monitoring Critical Infrastructure Facilities During Disasters Using Large Language Models
Authors: Ziaullah Abdul Wahab , Imran Muhammad , Ofli Ferda
Published: October 2024

Critical Infrastructure Facilities (CIFs), such as healthcare and transportation facilities, are vital for the functioning of a community, especially during large-scale emergencies. In this paper, we explore a potential application of Large Language Models (LLMs) to monitor the status of CIFs affected by natural disasters through information disseminated in social media networks. To this end, we analyze social media data from two disaster events in two different countries to identify reported impacts to CIFs as well as their impact severity and operational status. We employ state-of-the-art open-source LLMs to perform computational tasks including retrieval, classification, and inference, all in a zero-shot setting. Through extensive experimentation, we report the results of these tasks using standard evaluation metrics and reveal insights into the strengths and weaknesses of LLMs. We note that although LLMs perform well in classification tasks, they encounter challenges with inference tasks, especially when the context/prompt is complex and lengthy. Additionally, we outline various potential directions for future exploration that can be beneficial during the initial adoption phase of LLMs for disaster response tasks.
Can User Characteristics Predict Norm Adherence on Social Media? Exploring User-Centric Misinformation Interventions
Authors: Gao Shangde , Wang Yan
Published: October 2024

The work-in-progress explores user-centric misinformation interventions on social media as such tools are limited. Knowledge of relationships between online user characteristics and their expressed adherence to a desired norm (i.e., rejecting misinformation or supporting factual information) is understudied with limited integrated multi-modal machine-learning models to infer demographic and sociopsychological characteristics. Thus, we piloted 9,331 Twitter users tweeting COVID-19 vaccines between May 1, 2020, and April 30, 2021. Employing a CNN-LSTM framework, our model analyzes user biographies, profile images, and pre-COVID historical tweets to infer user traits over 90% accuracy for individual characteristics and an overall accuracy of 85.61%, which outperforms existing tools and other designs. Further, using multi-logistic regression, we identified significant predictors of users' adherence to desired norms, such as gender and pre-pandemic prosocial content engagement, while finding no significant age correlation. Our findings illuminate pathways for targeted misinformation mitigation strategies during critical public health crises.
Crisis2Sum: An Exploratory Study on Disaster Summarization from Multiple Streams
Authors: Seeberger Philipp , Riedhammer Korbinian
Published: October 2024

Automatic summarization of natural and human-made disaster events is an important area to increase situational awareness for human response organizations and disaster management. However, the incorporation of multiple data sources poses a challenge to current summarization systems, as the typically large document collections exceed the input limits of neural models. Additionally, Large Language Models (LLM) often omit key information present at different positions in long context inputs. Furthermore, disaster reporting requires fine-grained information content and therefore relaxes the restriction to high compression rates, resulting into rather long summaries. In this work, we study different extractive and LLM-based abstractive baselines and highlight shortcomings in present approaches. Our experimental results on the CrisisFACTS datasets show that LLM-based approaches tend to fail in generating long informative summaries. Taking these limitations into account, we propose a disaster summarization framework and introduce query-focused extensions, which demonstrate advantages and superior performance over the baseline methods.
Tweeting Through the Flood: Application of BERT Topic Modeling for a Comparative Flood Communication Analysis
Authors: Salley Christin , Fox Nathan , Schubert Alyssa
Published: October 2024

Floods are prevalent disasters in the United States, posing escalating risks due to climate change-induced factors like rising sea levels and erratic rainfall patterns. Despite governmental efforts, flood risk communication remains inadequate, hindering preparedness and response capacity. While governmental agencies predominantly employ traditional, one-sided information dissemination approaches, social media platforms pose as crucial early warning indicators and sources of real-time information. This study conducts the first part of our intended comparative analysis of social media messages between governmental agencies and communities. We perform a case study on a flooding event in Michigan from May 17-20, 2020. Utilizing advanced topic modeling, we examine Twitter/X message content and sentiment from community-based posts. Insights aim to inform more effective flood communication strategies, bridging the gap between official information and community needs during events. Future work will compare social media messages' content and sentiment from governmental agencies relative to those from the community.
Scenario planning to enable foresight in crisis management
Authors: Wolbers Jeroen , Luesink Marte , Van Duin Menno , Kuipers Sanneke
Published: October 2024

In today’s interconnected society, we are witnessing crises traversing into new domains and effortlessly cross boundaries. Therefore, it is crucial to develop adequate foresight in order to chart a course of action. In this paper, we propose scenario planning as a key technique. Based on an explorative study of 30 interviews with representatives from all Dutch safety regions, we answer the question: in what ways can scenario planning facilitate foresight in crisis information management? Our results indicate that all regions in the Netherlands are investing in training and capacity building for scenario planning, but there is no consensus on the chosen methods and institutionalization. Qualitative approaches to scenario planning are dominant, while opportunities arise for quantitative approaches. We propose real-time and strategic foresight as a promising research agenda, and suggest ways for information systems research to develop data-driven tools that may help chart the impact of future contingencies.
Advantages of regional anesthesia and analgesia in pediatric patients
Authors: Simić Dušica
Published: October 2024

Pain, especially when experienced during childhood, has numerous harmful consequences. Pain sensitivity is higher the younger the child is, so from birth, we must administer analgesia both during and after surgery. Adequate postoperative analgesia, particularly during the first 48 hours, reduces the body's stress response to surgery, thereby affecting endocrine, metabolic, and inflammatory changes. This helps reduce the frequency of postoperative complications and improves surgical outcomes. The increasingly widespread use of regional anesthesia in infants, children, and adolescents over the past two decades has significantly improved the treatment of acute and chronic pain. The latest guidelines emphasize its safety and show that children who received regional anesthesia are in significantly more stable condition compared to those who underwent general anesthesia.
Importance of left atrial strain in the assessment of cardiac function
Authors: Iglica Amer , Šabanović-Bajramović Nirvana , Džubur Alen , Međedović Edin , Begić Zijo , Granulo Lejla , Begić Edin
Published: October 2024

Given the undeniable clinical and prognostic value, the function of the left atrium (LA) plays a leading role in the contemporary evaluation of cardiac diseases and is considered an essential morphological substrate for the development of cardiovascular diseases. It is sensitive to nervous, endocrine, and immunological stimuli. New evidence from the literature highlights the importance of fibrotic, electrical, and autonomic remodeling of the LA, introducing the concept of atrial cardiomyopathy, which is closely associated with atrial fibrillation and stroke. In the past, the diameter of the LA was the most important parameter for assessing its characteristics, but new information about the various roles of the LA has created the need for parameters that more precisely or thoroughly evaluate LA function. The function of the LA is complex, consisting of three phases: the reservoir phase (ventricular systole), the conduit phase (early diastole), and the pump phase (late diastole). The introduction of myocardial deformation analysis, or strain of the LA via speckle tracking, has achieved significant progress in detecting even subtle functional abnormalities before an increase in LA size. This method improves the diagnostic capabilities of standard echocardiographic examinations, and its diagnostic and prognostic value is sometimes comparable to more advanced and less accessible techniques such as cardiac magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography.
Tick-borne infections
Authors: Karić Uroš , Petković-Karić Anita , Jegorović Boris , Šabanović Miloš , Petković Stefan , Katanić Nataša , Poluga Jasmina
Published: October 2024

Ticks are arthropods from the class Arachnida, related to spiders and mites. They can be found in a wide range of terrestrial ecosystems and are obligate hematophagous ectoparasites of all vertebrates except fish. They cannot reproduce at high altitudes and latitudes, and they are inactive during the winter. Ticks often live in symbiosis with bacteria such as Francisella spp. and Coxiella spp. They go through four developmental stages, with nymphs and adults being the most significant in the context of vectors for human pathogens. In Serbia, several species of ticks have been detected, including Ixodes ricinus, Ixodes hexagonus, Dermacentor reticulatus, Dermacentor marginatus, Rhipicephalus sanguineus, Haemaphysalis punctata, Haemaphysalis concinna, and Hyalomma marginatum. The most medically significant species is the common tick (I. ricinus), which can transmit Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, relapsing fever, babesiosis, tick-borne encephalitis, and orbivirus infections. Lyme disease, the most common vector-borne illness in the Northern Hemisphere, affects hundreds of thousands of people annually. Other significant diseases transmitted by ticks include tularemia, TIBOLA (Tick-borne Lymphadenopathy), Mediterranean spotted fever and Mediterranean spotted fever-like illnesses, Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever, and Neoehrlichia mikurensis infection. The highest risk of complications is seen in patients who are hypoor asplenic, as well as immunosuppressed individuals. It is important to maintain a high index of suspicion for tick-borne diseases in all patients presenting with a rash, hepatosplenomegaly, neurological deficits, headache, and/or a reduced peripheral blood cell count.