bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Desarrollo de competencias profesionales docentes en estudiantes de Práctica Profesional Docente de la Carrera de Educación Primaria de la Universidad de Costa Rica mediante el uso de materiales reflexivos
Authors: Méndez Stephanie Paola Montero
Published: August 2023

Las universidades se enfrentan al reto de incorporar y promover en los programas curriculares competencias profesionales que respondan a la formación teórico-práctica y que diferencien a los profesionales expertos de los principiantes. Al analizar el programa de la Práctica Profesional Docente en la carrera de Educación Primaria en la Universidad de Costa Rica, se identifica la inexistencia de materiales reflexivos que promuevan competencias profesionales en el estudiantado.

Por esta razón, el presente artículo se enfoca en comprobar la necesidad de aplicar materiales reflexivos sobre competencias profesionales como una propuesta para mejorar la Práctica Profesional Docente de la Carrera de Educación Primaria de la Universidad de Costa Rica, para así garantizar la coherencia teórico-práctica y potenciar el carácter profesionalizador de los futuros docentes en formación. Para esto, se realiza una metodología por estudio de casos, la cual procura interpretar el comportamiento de dos grupos a los cuales se les aplicó una prueba de análisis visual y una entrevista semiestructurada grupal. Al Grupo 1 se le administró una prueba con materiales reflexivos para desarrollar la identidad profesional docente (Moral, 2018) con los cuales se espera mejorar las competencias en los estudiantes que se gradúan en el Bachillerato en Educación Primaria, con la intención de convertirse en profesionales expertos capaces de adaptarse al complejo mundo educativo.
Realidad aumentada como recurso didáctico en una clase virtual de primaria
Authors: Araya González Melvin Gonzalo
Published: August 2023

El uso de la realidad aumentada (RA) como recurso didáctico para apoyar la educación ha incrementado en los últimos años. Sin embargo, la mayoría de investigaciones se registran en el contexto universitario y hay pocas intervenciones en primaria. Específicamente, en Costa Rica no se reportan iniciativas que integren la RA como recurso didáctico. Con el objetivo de contribuir en esta área, este artículo explora el uso de la RA en educación primaria. En concreto, se propone el diseño y se evalúa un recurso didáctico apoyado en RA para apoyar la materia de Estudios Sociales. El diseño del recurso didáctico utilizó la metodología design thinking. La evaluación del recurso se realizó con un grupo de 10 estudiantes de cuarto grado de primaria, por un periodo de dos semanas. El análisis de los datos se basó en la percepción estudiantil con respecto a la usabilidad, la motivación y la participación en las actividades apoyadas por el recurso de RA. Los resultados muestran que el diseño del recurso didáctico debe ser intuitivo y con compatibilidad para distintos tipos de dispositivos. Además, el estudiantado percibió que el recurso didáctico hizo más interactiva la participación, motiva a participar más en las actividades y a ser más conscientes de los contenidos estudiados. Los resultados de este estudio contribuyen para futuras investigaciones que quieran definir un recurso de RA en el contexto de la educación primaria.
Estilos de aprendizagem na formação continuada do professor
Authors: Scipião Lara Ronise de Negreiros Pinto , Sousa Neta Felismina de Sousa Neta , Damasceno Júnior José Ademir , Menezes Daniel Brandão , Santos Maria José Costa dos
Published: August 2023

O curso de extensão intitulado “Formação de professores sob a perspectiva dos perfis de aprendizagem: uma vivência com a Sequência Fedathi e a Teoria da Objetivação” foi uma ação do Grupo de Estudos e Pesquisas Tecendo Redes Cognitivas de Aprendizagem da Universidade Federal do Ceará - G-Tercoa (CNPq/PPGE/UFC). O objetivo desse estudo foi analisar as reflexões sobre as práticas dos professores a partir das interações nos fóruns da plataforma TelEduc. No curso foram trabalhados os estilos de aprendizagem, à luz da Sequência Fedathi e da Teoria da Objetivação. O estudo se caracteriza por ser qualitativo e do tipo descritivo. A análise dos dados foi pautada nos procedimentos da Análise de Conteúdo, a partir das interações entre os cursistas nos fóruns de discussão. Foram selecionadas as interações de cinco cursistas, no fórum de discussão. Ao analisar os dados, foi possível refletir a mudança de postura do professor por meio das práticas compartilhadas entre os participantes durante o fórum de discussão. Neste sentido, observou-se a compreensão dos professores quanto à importância do conhecimento e prática dos estilos de aprendizagem, possibilitando uma melhoria no ensino e aprendizagem.
Nondestructive detection of mango soluble solid content in hyperspectral imaging based on multi-combinatorial feature wavelength selection
Authors: Lin J.J. , Meng Q.H. , Wu Z.F. , Pei S.Y. , Tian P. , Huang X. , Qiu Z.Q. , Chang H.J. , Ni C.Y. , Huang Y.Q. , Li Y.
Published: August 2023

This paper explores the prediction of the soluble solid content (SSC) in the visible and near-infrared (400–1,000 nm) regions of Baise mango. Hyperspectral images of Baise mangoes with wavelengths of 400–1,000 nm were obtained using a hyperspectral imaging system. Multiple scatter correction (MSC) was chosen to remove the effect of noise on the accuracy of the partial least squares (PLS) regression model. On this basis, the characteristic wavelengths of mango SSC were selected using the competitive adaptive reweighted sampling (CARS), genetic algorithm (GA), uninformative variable elimination (UVE), and combined CARS + GA-SPA, CARS + UVE-SPA, and GA + UVE-SPA characteristic wavelength methods. The results show that the combined MSC-CARS + GA-SPA-PLS algorithm can reduce redundant information and improve the computational efficiency, so it is an effective method to predict the SSC of mangoes.
Foliate Head in Medieval Norway
Authors: Hauglid Kjartan
Published: August 2023

The foliate head is a common motif in the architectural decoration of Norwegian stave churches. It is commonly used in doorways, where beast’s heads are disgorging foliage or are spewing stems with vine. The artistic style of wooden church decoration in Norway from the eleventh and twelfth centuries clearly shows inspiration from Viking art. This legacy has led to the belief that Christianity inherited the foliate head from a heathen past. This understanding is mainly due to a need for more convincing explanations for this motif. However, it is also due to the high status of trees in Old Norse society, especially Yggdrasill, the great tree that in Norse mythology constituted the center of the world. The article traces the sources for the motif in Norwegian architectural sculpture and the notion of the Green Man in the scholarly tradition in Norway. The Green Man was absent in Viking art, and the motif first appearedin Scandinavia in Romanesque architectural stone sculpture in the early twelfth century.
Donna Weston and Andy Bennett (eds.), Pop Pagans: Paganism and Popular Music
Authors: Parmigiani Giovanna
Published: August 2023

Donna Weston and Andy Bennett (eds.), Pop Pagans: Paganism and Popular Music (Durham, UK: Acumen, 2013), x + 246pp., $46.95 (pbk), ISBN: 9781844656479.
Donovan O. Schaefer, Wild Experiment. Feeling Science and Secularism after Darwin
Authors: Fransen René
Published: August 2023

Donovan O. Schaefer, Wild Experiment. Feeling Science and Secularism after Darwin (Durham/London: Duke University Press, 2022), 328 pp., $27.95 (pbk), ISBN: 9781478018254.
Joshua S. Duclos, Wilderness, Morality, and Value
Authors: O'Brien Kevin J
Published: August 2023

Joshua S. Duclos, Wilderness, Morality, and Value (New York: Lexington Books, 2022), 141 pp. $95.00 (cloth), ISBN: 9781666901368.
Matthew Hall, The Imagination of Plants: A Book of Botanical Mythology
Authors: Van Horn Gavin
Published: August 2023

Matthew Hall, The Imagination of Plants: A Book of Botanical Mythology (Albany, NY: State University of New York Press, 2019), 298 pp., $33.95 (pbk), ISBN: 9781438474380.
Alexander J.B. Hampton and Douglas Hedley (eds.), The Cambridge Companion to Christianity and the Environment
Authors: Feldt Laura
Published: August 2023

Alexander J.B. Hampton and Douglas Hedley (eds.), The Cambridge Companion to Christianity and the Environment (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press), xii + 346 pp., £26.99 (pbk), ISBN: 9781108816823.
Celia Nyamweru, Some Traditions of the Akamba of Kenya
Authors: Sheridan Michael
Published: August 2023

Celia Nyamweru, Some Traditions of the Akamba of Kenya (Nairobi: Old Africa Books, 2021), 258 pp., USD $13.47 (pbk), ISBN: 9798753641663.
Polityka społeczna w perspektywie etycznej
Authors: Mazur Jan
Published: August 2023

The most fundamental hallmark of social policy has been, and continues to be, the practical activity that contributes to meeting the subsistence and social needs of in-dividuals, families or social groups. The satisfaction of these needs is accomplished through caring and predictive-planning activities. As an important tool of social pol-icy, social work uses the ‘human image’. However, a serious problem in modern so-ciety is that this “human image” is generally inconsistent. Because of the truth about man, politics is closely linked to morality, which liberates the good and allows it to be identified. Therefore, as an integral part of politics, social policy must strive for the proper identification and realisation of the common good, referring to freedom, justice and peace.
Interdyscyplinarna praca socjalna w perspektywie skutecznej pomocy rodzinie z wieloma problemami
Authors: Sordyl-Lipnicka Barbara , Michałek Marta
Published: August 2023

In the era of dynamic changes in family life, numerous problems related to the im-plementation of family tasks and functions, lack of support for the young and older generation, obstacles in combining professional and family responsibilities, or mate-rial difficulties are still noticed. One of the support options offered to families expe-riencing many problems is social work. As an interdisciplinary activity included in the framework of social services, social work allows for recognizing the client’s needs, using the resources of the support system, and consequently building a network of co-operation between professionals so as to be able to effectively support people experi-encing specific life difficulties.
RELAÇÕES RACIAIS E DOCÊNCIA EM QUÍMICA: O CRUZO ENTRE AS IDENTIDADES NEGRAS/BRANCAS E IDENTIDADES DOCENTES
Authors: Silva Elton Bernardo Santos da , Santos Paloma Nascimento dos , Rosa Katemari Diogo
Published: August 2023

O objetivo deste trabalho é compreender os cruzamentos das identidades raciais na construção das identidades docentes de quatro professores (as) de Química que lecionam na educação básica, na cidade de Salvador - Bahia, buscando identificar as características atribuídas pelos próprios e próprias docentes acerca das suas identidades negras e brancas, e docentes, e analisar as implicações desse cruzo identitário em suas experiências profissionais. Convidamos dois docentes autodeclarados negros, um homem e uma mulher, e uma professora e outro professor autodeclarados brancos. A partir do método História de Vida, foram realizadas entrevistas semiestruturadas, posteriormente transcritas, e analisadas pela metodologia da Análise Temática. Os resultados apontam o corpo como uma das dimensões que caracterizam as identidades negras e brancas, sendo as identidades brancas também mobilizadas por diferentes aspectos da branquitude crítica. Fatores históricos, culturais e psicológicos caracterizam as identidades negras, também mobilizadas pela relação de abebelidade. A formação docente, imagens (re)produzidas durante a vida escolar e experiências no PIBID incidem na construção das identidades docentes. As identidades raciais se fazem cruzadas e influenciam nas identidades docentes; para os docentes brancos há práticas de invisibilização de sua branquitude e docentes negras mobilizam, intencionalmente, aspectos de suas identidades negras, a exemplo da abebelidade.
INVESTIGATION THE EFFECT OF CONCURRENT IMPLEMENTATION OF HYBRID NANOFLUID AND MODIFIED INSERTS ON THERMOHYDRAULIC PERFORMANCE OF A HEAT EXCHANGER TUBE
Authors: Mertaslan Onur Metin , Keklikcioglu Orhan
Published: August 2023

This study aimed to enhance the thermal performance of a heat exchanger tube by employing a hybrid nanofluid comprising graphene-iron oxide nanoparticles and modified helical inserts. Three different forms of inserts, namely, barrel-type, hourglass-type, and flat-type, were tested, and the nanofluid was prepared by incorporating the nanoparticles at three different weight ratios, 0.50%, 0.75%, and 1.00%, into a water-ethylene glycol mixture. Prior to the experiments, the methodology of the study was validated, and the characteristics of hybrid nanofluids were determined. The experiments were conducted in the Reynolds number range from 3000 to 15,000, ensuring turbulent flow conditions. The study found that the optimal configuration for the highest thermohydraulic performance (THP) value was the 1.00% hybrid nanofluid weight ratio, the barrel-type insert with a P/D ratio of 0.5, and a Reynolds number of 3000. All configurations tested exhibited a thermohydraulic performance value exceeding 1, indicating improved thermohydraulic performance The findings of the study contribute to the understanding of heat transfer and fluid flow characteristics in heat exchangers, providing valuable insights for the design and optimization of such systems.
Assessment of the Nutritional Value of the Green Algae Biomass Cultivated in Phytobioreactor
Authors: Olkhovych O. P. , Taran N. Yu. , Belava V. N. , Panyuta O. O.
Published: August 2023

The paper deals with comparative assessment of the biochemical composition of biomass of Ankistrodesmus braunii (Nageli) Lemmerm. and Scenedesmus rubescens P.J.L. Dang cultivated in closed photobioreactor. Complete edible biomass was obtained of both algal species with high content of protein, photosynthetic pigments, sulpholipid and acylcarnitines. In A. braunii biomass content of proteins was 8.0 times higher than in S. rubescens, content of essential amino acids 1.3 times, chlorophylls 2.9 times, carotenoids 2.0 times, sulfolipid 4.7 times, and acylcarnitines 2.0 times.
The Influence of Building Form Compactness on Energy Efficiency in Accommodation Structures: The Case of Türkiye
Authors: KAHRAMAN Özlem , KÖYMEN Erdem
Published: August 2023

Based on the information found in the literature, which suggests that "more compact forms closer to squares are preferred in building designs in cold climate regions," this study investigates to what extent the existing theoretical knowledge of compactness is practically followed in the shaping of winter tourism accommodation structures and how the differences in building form based on regions affect the amount of energy consumption. Cold climate region structures were preferred because compactness is more comparable in terms of form and provides a constraining plane. In this study, 50 accommodation structures in different regions that are most preferred for winter tourism were evaluated based on compactness. The existing and compact projections of the selected structures were measured, and then these plan projections were superimposed to obtain compactness ratios. Additionally, the structures were 3D modeled in both the existing and compact forms, and the energy consumption amounts for both forms were measured using the “Energy Plus” energy simulation engine with the assistance of the "Ladybug" plugin, which operates in the Rhinoceros3D/Grasshopper3D environment. Furthermore, data such as the facade opening ratio, main facade direction, and number of floors were determined and compiled into a table. As a result, it was found that increasing the surface area significantly affects the compactness ratio in accommodation structures with relatively small floor areas. There is a linear relationship between the increase in floor area and the number of floors. It was determined that there is no specialized building form or main facade direction for any region. In regional evaluations, it was observed that the difference in projection is low in regions where the difference in energy consumption between the existing and compact forms is also low.
Estructura poblacional y rasgos demográficos de Abies religiosa (Kunth) Schltdl. & Cham. en el Monte Tláloc, Parque Nacional Iztaccíhuatl Popocatépetl, México
Authors: Arroyo-Cosultchi Gabriel , López-Mata Lauro , Rivera-Rios Ángel
Published: August 2023

Antecedentes: Asumiendo que las estructuras poblacionales de Abies religiosa reflejan patrones de uso, aprovechamiento, extracción y manejo, se analizó su estructura y algunos parámetros demográficos, en poblaciones sujetas a perturbaciones antropogénicas.
Hipótesis y/o preguntas: ¿Cuál es el efecto de la extracción selectiva de árboles sobre la estructura poblacional y la regeneración natural de A. religiosa?
Especie estudiada: Abies religiosa (Kunth) Schltdl. & Cham.
Sitios y fechas de estudio: Monte Tláloc, Parque Nacional Iztaccíhuatl-Popocatépetl, años 2020-2022
Métodos: En tres niveles altitudinales, se seleccionaron tres parcelas de 50 × 50 m, por nivel y se midieron todos los árboles con diámetro a la altura del pecho (DAP) ≥ 1 cm. Se registraron los árboles reproductivos, dañados, muertos y el diámetro de tocones.
Resultados: El patrón estructural del bosque y por nivel altitudinal, reveló una forma de
J-invertida, la cual sugiere que la mortalidad por categoría de DAP se compensa con el reclutamiento de la clase diamétrica anterior. En general, los árboles se reproducen a partir de los 29 cm de DAP y tienden a producir un número de semillas viables creciente con incrementos en su DAP. Sin embargo, en los niveles superior e inferior alcanza un máximo en árboles con DAP entre 60 y 70 cm, y en el intermedio con DAP ≥ 90 cm.
Conclusiones: Las extracciones selectivas de árboles no parecen representar un riesgo para la viabilidad poblacional, sino que al generar claros de luz pequeños (≤ 100 m2) tienden a promover la regeneración natural de A. religiosa.
IS THERE A PRESCRIBED LENGTH FOR A DECLARATION BY AN APPLICANT AND/OR A PLEA BY A RESPONDENT IN RULE 43(2) AND (3) APPLICATIONS?
Authors: Mothokoa Mamashela
Published: August 2023

This case note investigates the interpretation of Rule 43(2) and (3) of the Uniform Rules of Court. It determines whether there is a prescribed length for such applications and pleas under the Rules. It takes a historical perspective, tracing two contradictory views in case law and considers how the courts have interpreted these two views in their different judgments. Some courts have interpreted the Rules strictly; they have held that such applications and pleas should be brief, succinct and to the point. Others have disagreed with the strict interpretation and allowed prolixity. The input of the legal fraternity (the Cape Bar and the Law Society of South Africa) on the shortcomings of the Rules, and how they could be amended, is discussed. The ruling of the full bench of the Gauteng Local Division of the High Court has answered the question. It has held that there is no one-size-fits-all approach under the rule. Each case must be determined according to its own merits. Simple cases may be disposed of expeditiously, but complicated cases should not be struck off the roll because of prolixity.
Potential Distribution of the Asiatic Black Bear in Khangchendzonga National Park, Sikkim Eastern Himalaya using MaxEnt Modeling
Authors: Basnett Rakesh , Kumar Awadhesh , Yomcha Tajum
Published: August 2023

Habitat assessment and mapping are major functional keys in the need species conservation concern. The study aimed to understand the possible distribution of Asiatic Black bear (Ursus thibetanus) in the Khangchendzonga National Park. Sign survey, camera trapping, and trail monitoring were used to collect the presence-only data. In this analysis, we used Maximum Entropy Modeling and ArcGIS to determine the variable's contribution to the species distribution and presence. In total, 63 presence data were obtained, and out of 23 environmental variables we used only 15 different environmental variables due to multicollinearity. The ROC results show that variable consistency was excellent (mean AUC=0.941). The variables like Bio-14(Precipitation of driest month), Bio-2(Mean diurnal range (mean of monthly max temp - min temp)), Bio-13(Precipitation of wettest month), aspect and LULC were the critical factors for the distribution of U.thibetanus. The major distribution of U.thibetanus was found in the broadleaved, coniferous forest and grassland patches in the core area. The temperate zone is most preferred as compared to the sub-alpine and alpine zone by U.thibetanus. The distributional area accounts for 360.32km2, representing 20.19% of the whole core area of Khangchendzonga National Park. Large areas of distribution were predicted outside of the core areas, i.e. buffer and transition areas of Khangchendzonga National Park. This study offers valuable findings and data which can be used in future research and conservation management plans in and around Khangchendzonga National Park to mitigate human-bear interaction.
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA) v1
Authors: Uoselis Louise
Published: August 2023

Protocol for performing an immunofluorescence assay with fixed HeLa cells.
Generation of stable cell lines using viral infection v1
Authors: Uoselis Louise
Published: August 2023

Protocol for generation and precipitation of retrovirus, and infection of HeLa cells to generate stable cell lines.
KAPP-Sen TMC: Pancreas Tissue Blocks Paraffin Embedding v1
Authors: Aguayo-Mazzucato Cristina
Published: August 2023

The paraffin cassettes were fixed in 4% paraformaldehyde for 24 hours and processed for paraffin embedding at Joslin Histology Core as described here.
Nanostring GeoMx Digital Spatial Profiler (DSP) protocols -- University of Minnesota TMCs v1
Authors: not provided Nanostring
Published: August 2023

Applicable Nanostring GeoMx DSP protocols for University of Minnesota
Analyzing oxygen consumption of isolated mitochondria using the Seahorse XFe96 analyzer v1
Authors: Uoselis Louise
Published: August 2023

Protocol for analyzing oxygen consumption of isolated mitochondria using the Seahorse XFe96 analyzer.
Ionpath MIBI (Multiplexed Ion Beam Imaging) Protocols -- University of Minnesota TMCs v1
Authors: not provided Ionpath
Published: August 2023

Link to information regarding Ionpath MIBI as used by the University of Minnesota
Analyzing cellular ATP levels v1
Authors: Uoselis Louise
Published: August 2023

Protocol for analysis of cellular ATP levels using the Promega Mitochondrial ToxGlo Kit.
Fresh Frozen / OCT Tissue RNA Quality Evaluation -- University of Minnesota TMCs(ThermoFisher Scientific, Invitrogen - Purelink) v1
Authors: Scientific ThermoFisher
Published: August 2023

RNA quality evaluation of OCT (Optimal cutting temperature) or fresh frozen blocks/samples. Completed prior to going through -omics and spatial technologies, sc/snRNAseq if applicable.
Preparing whole cell samples for immunoblot analysis v1
Authors: Uoselis Louise
Published: August 2023

Protocol for preparation of HeLa cell lysates for immunoblot analysis.
Quantifying Acetylcholinesterase activity in striatal brain tissue with DTNBassay v1
Authors: Vietti-Michelina Stefania
Published: August 2023

This protocol describes the steps to measure acetylcholinesterase (AChE) activity in mouse striatal brain tissue, including how to store tissue samples, extract AChE and obtain Michaelis-Menten like plots to measure the rate of AChE activity. This protocol can be used to quantify AChE activity across different brain regions or genotypes. Reagents and materials from Abcam kit ab138871 are used. This kit uses DTNB to measure the thiocholine (TCh) resulting from the hydrolysis of the substrate acetylthiocholine (ATCh) by AChE.
Pengaruh Personalized Ubiquitous Learning Dan Self Regulated Learning Terhadap Hasil Belajar Matematika SMP
Authors: Tonge Marselinus , Kuswandi Dedi , Ulfa Saida
Published: August 2023

Personalized u-Learning environments can enhance context-aware learning experiences and provide personalized learning opportunities. Personalized u-Learning supports interaction between authentic and digital learning resources. This study tested the learners' u-learning and Self Regulated Learning (SRL) strategies on mathematics learning outcomes in students of Frater Maumere Catholic Junior High School. The study used quasi-experimental design. The research design used is a non-equivalent control group design. The instruments to measure learning outcomes are objective tests and SRL questionnaires (OSLQ) adapted from Barnard to determine the SRL of the subjects studied. The data is then analyzed through the two-way ANOVA technique. The results of the study found several important findings: First, there was a significant difference in the mathematics learning outcomes of students who used the u-learning learning strategy with the e-Learning strategy. Second, there were significant differences in the learning outcomes of groups that had high SRL levels with low SRL levels. Third, there is an interaction of U-learning and e-learning strategies with high SRL and low SRL levels that affect learner learning outcomes.AbstrakLingkungan pembelajaran u-Learning yang dipersonalisasi dapat meningkatkan pengalaman belajar sadar konteks dan memberikan kesempatan belajar personal. Personalized u-Learning mendukung interaksi antara sumber belajar otentik dan digital. Penelitian ini menguji strategi u-learning dan Self Regulated Learning (SRL) pebelajar terhadap hasil belajar matematika pada siswa SMP Katolik Frater Maumere. Penelitian menggunakan kuasi eksperimen (quasi-eksperimental design). Rancangan penelitian yang dipakai adalah non-equivalent control group design. Instrumen untuk mengukur hasil belajar adalah tes objektif dan angket SRL (OSLQ) diadaptasi dari Barnard untuk mengetahui SRL subyek yang diteliti. Data tersebut kemudian dianalisis melalui teknik two-way ANOVA. Hasil penelitian menemukan beberapa temuan penting: Pertama, Ada perbedaan yang signifikan hasil belajar matematika peserta didik yang menggunakan strategi pembelajaran u-Learning dengan strategi e-Learning. Kedua, terdapat perbedaan signifikan dalam hasil belajar kelompok yang memiliki tingkat SRL tinggi dengan tingkat SRL rendah. Ketiga, ada interaksi strategi u-Learning dan e-Learning dengan tingkat SRL tinggi dan SRL rendah yang mempengaruhi hasil belajar pebelajar.
A Mealy Machine for Mechanic Dynamic Aesthetic (MDA) Gamification Model of Educator Career System in Indonesian Higher Education Institutions
Authors:   the Pradnya Paramita School of Informatics Management and Computer, Malang, Indonesia, Mumpuni Indah Dwi , Akhriza Tubagus Mohammad , Madenda Sarifuddin , Prasetyo Eri
Published: August 2023

The purpose of this study is to develop a mechanic dynamic aesthetic (MDA) gamification model for higher education institutions (HEIs’) educator career system (ECS). A mealy machine or finite state machine (FSM) is used to model the ECS gamification mechanic because the academic degrees targeted by the educators are finite and assumed to be the states that they must accomplish during their journey as professional educators. A program is created to simulate the Mealy machine and the results are checked by an ECS reviewer team. MDA-ECS is the result of a new ECS gamification model implemented in Indonesian HEIs. The proposed gamification model’s mechanic is a five-tuple Mealy machine, which consists of four elements: (career) states, start states, inputs, outputs, and transitions. The four functional degrees (FDs): Associate Lecturer, Lecturer, Associate Professor, and Professor: represent the states of the machine. Credit points from the four aspects of 3D-HEI collected by the educator are the machine’s inputs, while the grade of FDs, reward, and punishment are the outputs, and thus the gamification. The simulation showed that the mealy machine met the informational and affective aspects of the ECS regulation in Indonesian HEIs.
Pending Accession to the Palermo Protocol: The Case of Bangladesh
Authors: Wardhani Baiq , Fitri Farida Noer
Published: August 2023

The People’s Republic of Bangladesh is a Muslim-majority country that has long struggled with human trafficking, and even though Bangladesh is the first largest provider country in human trafficking, especially for sex trafficking, this country needs sixteen years to accede and become part of the Palermo Protocol, which aims to criminalize and punish human trafficking, particularly for women and children. The authors aim to answer why Bangladesh takes so long to access the Palermo Protocol. This study intends to determine the reasons behind Bangladesh’s actions using qualitative-explanatory research, employing the International Regime Theory and the Cost of Sovereignty Theory viewed from a neoliberal perspective. This study uncovered that the reason for Bangladesh acceding to the Palermo Protocol in 2019 was due to three factors: (1) a spike in cases in 2016-2019, (2) Bangladesh’s readiness to fulfill the sovereignty cost of the Palermo Protocol complete in 2019, and (3) Bangladesh’s desire to access advantages under the Palermo Protocol that can help the country to combat the activities of cross-border criminal organizations that perpetuate sex trafficking.
Antecedents of Online Patient Experience of the Hospital Telemedicine Application and Its Consequences
Authors: Cynthia  , Antonio Ferdi , Wuisan Dewi
Published: August 2023

Hospitals had to adjust by offering telemedicine services in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. In contrast to telemedicine, which is developed independently, telemedicine used to have adequate resources. Unfortunately, few studies have been conducted to capture online patient experience from hospital telemedicine services. Therefore, this study attempts to analyze factors that can affect Online Patient Experience (OPX) and assess the impact on Continue Usage Intention (CUI) and Intention to Recommend (ITR). The independent variables that become the antecedents of OPX are Professional Knowledge (PKL), Physician Rank (PRK), Physician Image (PIM), Response Speed (RSP), Service Commitment (SCM), Service Attitude (SAT), and Communication Efforts (CEF). This study is a quantitative survey with cross-sectional data obtained by questionnaire instrument. Respondents were taken purposively using judgment sampling to get those who had received telemedicine services managed by a large group of hospitals in Jakarta. Based on the result, 172 respondents were eligible. The result indicated that all the antecedents studied had a positive and significant relation (p-value < 0,05) with OPX. The results also found that RSP (β = 0.317), SCM (β = 0.216), and PIM (β = 0,186) are the three constructs that play the dominant role. Thus, it is important to create a positive online patient experience so that patients can continue to use teleconsultation services and recommend them to others.
Evaluation of Decision-to-Delivery Interval and Its Effect on Maternal and Neonatal Outcomes in Category-1 and Category-2 Emergency Caesarean Section Deliveries: A Systematic Review
Authors: Jimmy Sakti Nanda Berguna  , Masyitoh Basabih
Published: August 2023

Emergency cesarean section is a surgery delivery through the abdomen that must be carried out immediately within a decision-to-delivery interval (DDI) <30 minutes because it threatens the maternal and neonatal. This study prevents prolonged DDI response time for emergency cesarean section categories 1 and 2. This study aims to determine the causes of prolonged DDI for maternal and neonatal outcomes so that hospital management becomes standardized with the standard of care for emergency cesarean sections and the quality of care for patients increases. A literature search was conducted through four databases, SpringerLink, ScienceDirect, Google Scholar, and PubMed, using keywords that matched the clinical questions. Article selection was carried out based on exclusion and inclusion criteria. The selected literature was reviewed and assessed for validity, importance, and applicability based on the Oxford Center of Evidence-Based Medicine guidelines. Nineteen (19) studies examined category 1 or category 2 emergency cesarean sections from publications from 2018 to 2022. Of the 19 studies, only 3 achieved a response time of 30 minutes for emergency cesarean section category 1 and 75 minutes for category 2. However, 17 studies explained that DDI did not affect maternal and neonatal outcomes. Factors that influence not achieving the DDI target are the unavailability of operating rooms, anesthesiologists, pediatricians, and insufficient nurses. On the other hand, lack of special training, no standard emergency cesarean section service, and limited places and facilities impact maternal and neonatal outcomes.
Exercise in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Authors: R Anuja , M Midhun
Published: August 2023

Chronic Obstructive pulmonary disease is continuing as a major public health problem across the globe, causing significant morbidity and affecting the quality of life more commonly among the elderly. This aim of the study was to assess whether a regular, routine 20 minute walk will help improve the quality of life and symptoms in patients with COPD.

Patients selected according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria and using a pretested questionnaire, were included in the study and data were collected. The questionnaire included information on basic demographic details, symptomatology, and smoking and alcohol habits. History, clinical examination, and selected investigations were done before and after a month of this exercise program. Qualitative data was analyzed using Chi-Square Test and Quantitative data using Paired T test

The study population was mostly elderly males. Most of them gave history of smoking in the past and a few had biomass exposure. The most predominant symptom was dyspnea. After 2 months of regular exercise there was statistically significant change in CAT Score, mMRC score and six minute walk distance. The desaturation while doing Six minute walk test also improved after the exercise program.

This study concluded that a regular physical activity can be considered as a possible alternative to pulmonary rehabilitation program for those who cannot afford the cost of consultations, transport for attending the program.
Reasons of exacerbation among children with reactive airway disease
Authors: Nair Anjusha Maheswari , T Premaletha , S Bindusha
Published: August 2023

Reactive airway disease has a multifactorial aetiology, where genetic liabilities and environmental exposures interact in complex ways to cause reversible airway inflammation and obstruction and acute exacerbation can be life threatening. The present study was to assess the reasons of exacerbation among children with reactive airway disease which include infection, cold climate, lunar variations, discontinuation of metered dose inhaler and allergens and irritants.

The study was conducted in a tertiary care centre Thiruvananthapuram among 101 caretakers of children with reactive airway disease. A structured interview schedule was used to assess the socio demographic data, clinical data of the child and the reasons of exacerbation.

Among 101 children with reactive airway disease majority of children 67.3% the reason for exacerbation was cold climate, in 16.8% infection, 21.8% activity, 8.9% lunar variation, 10.9% discontinuation of metered dose inhaler and in 28.7% other factors of exacerbation include strong odour, pets, pollen, pests, smoke, mosquito repellents and dust. The study also revealed that 72.3% are having family history of allergic diseases and 27.7% do not have any family history of allergic diseases. Of the 73 children with family history of allergic disease 79.5% were having family history of asthma, 16.4% were having allergic rhinitis and 4.1% were having allergic dermatitis.

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways. It is one of the most common chronic diseases of childhood, affecting more than 6 million children worldwide Advances in science have led to an increased understanding of asthma and its mechanisms as well as improved treatment approaches. Proper identification and elimination of triggers can reduce the exacerbation of asthma.
Research Insights: What Is the Role of State Capacity in Dealing with Macroeconomic Volatility?
Authors: Franco Maria , Scartascini Carlos , Tommasi Mariano
Published: August 2023

Macroeconomic volatility can have serious implications for the economy; reducing a countrys exposure can increase long-term prosperity. When the government has significant capabilities, it is not necessary to isolate the economy using an inefficient technology: a large public sector that reduces the transmission of the shock in the economy. The effect of economic openness on government spending is mediated by the quality of government institutions. Countries must therefore invest in their capacities to face more effectively the challenges of external shocks. These capabilities are not developed overnight but instead result from continuous actions over time.
Protective Role of Capsaicin against Sodium Fluoride-induced Oxidative Damage of Liver in Rats
Authors: Ray Dibyendu , Jadav Pushpa , Panda Pradip , Mukherjee Sandip , Ghosh Subrata
Published: August 2023

Capsaicin, a bioactive component of hot chili pepper, is a potent antioxidant and effective in ailments of diverse health problems. The present study evaluated the possible protective effectiveness of capsaicin (Caps) against sodium fluoride (NaF) - induced oxidative damage in liver tissue. Rats treated with NaF (10.3mg/kg b.wt/day) orally for five weeks showed marked elevation of serum level of ALT, AST and bilirubin which are the biochemical markers of liver lesions. Results also showed that NaF exposure significantly elevated LPO level and NO generation in the liver with a parallel significant decline in activities of SOD, CAT, and content of GSH. While, Caps supplementation (0.5 mg/kg b.wt/day) was significantly reversed the NaF-induced oxidative stress; amended AST, ALT levels and bilirubin content; and restored normal histology of the liver. Therefore, it can be concluded that Caps plays a protective role against hepatic toxicity produced by NaF exposure.
Investigation of Human Health Risks Influenced by Trace Metals (TMs) in Chili Plant (Capsicum annuum L.) Grown on Tannery Effluents Contaminated Soil
Authors: Ahmed F. , Fakhruddinin A. N. M. , Fardous Z. , Chowdhury M. A. Z. , Kabir M. M.
Published: August 2023

This study investigated the characteristics of tannery effluents of Hazaribagh area, Dhaka, Bangladesh, as well as assess the human health risks due to the accumulation and translocation of trace metals (TMs) in different parts of the chili plant (Capsicum annuum L.) grown on tannery effluents contaminated soil at three levels of contamination. The mean values of pH, TDS, EC, DO, turbidity, BOD, and TOC were 5.98, 4195 mg/L, 7950 Î¼S/cm, 3.20 mg/L, 358 FTU, 660 mg/L and 3368.74 mg/L, respectively whereas the mean concentration of Cr, Pb, Fe, Zn, Cd, Mn and Cu was 374.40, 27.70, 26.06, 1.80, 1.27, 1.26 and 1.24 mg/L, correspondingly. The TMs constituents and water quality parameters in the tannery effluents exceeded both the national and international standards. A significant amount of Cr and Pb was traced in fruits of the medium and low level of contamination that exceeded the standard limit set by FAO/WHO. The highest transfer factor was found on Pb and it was mostly accumulated in the leaves. Cr and Pb concentrations in fruits of medium level exceeded the standard given by WHO/FAO/ SEPA. Although the daily intake of metals in combination with health and carcinogenic risk indexes indicated that the edible parts of Chili plants are within the safe limit, the potential human health risks cannot be abandoned for the consistent/long term consumption of TMs contained Chili plants (Capsicum annuum L.).
Pharmacological Effect of Androgrophis paniculata in Ammonium Acetate Induced Hyperammonemia: A Dose-dependent Study
Authors: Chandran Hariharan , Kumar Anandhan Dinesh , Gunasekaran Prabhu , Babu Vanmathi , Natesan Vijayakumar , Thilagar Gobinath , Arumugam Ramakrishnan
Published: August 2023

Androgrophis paniculata is a commonly used medicinal plant in south Asian countries including India and Sri Lanka. Ammonium acetate was used as a food preservation reagent in food industries. This study is focused on the pharmacological effect of Androgrophis paniculata on the functioning of the liver, kidney and brain in ammonium acetate induced hyperammonemia rats. The hyperammonemia is induced by intraperitoneal injection of ammonium acetate 100 mg/kg body weight thrice a week for eight consecutive weeks. Hyperammonemia rats are supplemented orally with Androgrophis paniculata at 50 and 100 mg/kg body weight doses. Hyperammonemic rats showed increased circulating levels of ammonia, uric acid, creatinine, bilirubin, nitric oxide, lipid profile, enzymatic liver marker, sodium/potassium-ATPase and reduced level of urea. Androgrophis paniculata supplementation prevented the histopathological alteration of a vital organ such as liver, brain and kidney tissue. The pharmacological effects are more pronounced in rats treated with 100 mg/kg b.w of Androgrophis paniculata and comparable with the standard drug sodium benzoate drug-treated rats.
Safety Evaluation of Carex baccans Nees. (A Traditional Anthelminthic Remedy), in Swiss Albino Mice: An Acute and Sub-acute Toxicity Study
Authors: Pathaw Dondor , Shylla Armanki , Roy Bishnupada
Published: August 2023

The medicinal properties of Carex baccans Nees. (Cyperaceae) has widely been exploited in traditional healing practices for the treatment of various ailments. Though, this is a widely used herb, not much is known about the adverse implications it may have. Therefore to shed some light into this aspect, acute and sub-acute toxicity study of the plant's crude extract and fractions were carried out in Swiss albino mice following Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development 423 and 407 guidelines respectively. Additionally, the phytochemical composition of the crude extract was also determined. Effect of the extract and the fraction was analyzed taking into consideration the body weight, organs weight, blood physiology, key markers of liver and kidney functions, and microscopic analysis of liver, kidney and intestine structural composition using scanning and transmission electron microscopy. The results showed that the crude extract exert no observable signs of acute toxicity even at a dose of 5000 mg/kg body weight of mice, however, the butanol fraction proved to be toxic with a mean lethal dose of 4677.35 ± 103.38 mg/kg. Repeated oral sub-acute test of the mice with crude extract and fraction of the crude extract was also found to exert adverse effects on the animals at high doses (500 mg/kg body weight and above) when compared to control group. These adverse implications were manifested in the body weight, hematology, biochemistry, and the structural and ultrastructural composition of some important organs. Therefore, it may be concluded that the plant C. baccans, if taken in its crude native form has a high safety margin at a single dose but not the butanol fraction. Furthermore, repeated exposure to the plant, both in its crude and fractionated (butanol fraction) form at high doses should be discouraged as it may have severe implications.
Adverse Impact of Textile Dyes on the Aquatic Environment as well as on Human Beings
Authors: Mehra Sukanya , Singh Mandeep , Chadha Pooja
Published: August 2023

Dyeing stages involved in textile processing are considered to be one of the major contributors to aquatic pollution. Dyes being highly persistent due to the chemical composition are considered to be one of the most detrimental groups. Textile dyes essentially affect the exquisite aspect of aquatic bodies by enhancing biochemical as well as chemical oxygen demand. It also attenuates photosynthesis, hinders the growth of plants and invades the food chain. The bioaccumulating potential promotes toxicity, carcinogenicity and mutagenicity. Therefore, the present review article aims to focus on the predominant effects of textile dye on in the aquatic environment particularly on algae, fish and ultimately on humans being.
Î²-caryophyllene Modulate the Inflammatory and Apoptotic Signally Cascades to Alter the Cellular Response during DMBA Induced Experimental Oral Carcinogenesis; A Histological and In-silico Study
Authors: Duraisamy Ramachandhiran , Sukumar Babukumar , Chandrasekaran Sankaranarayanan , Veerasamy Vinothkumar
Published: August 2023

Î²-caryophyllene (BCP) is a more efficient pro-oxidant and anti-cancer property in our previous in-vitro studies. The motivation behind the present examination was to research the anticancer properties of BCP and its molecular mechanism on 7,12-dimethylbenz(a)anthracene (DMBA) treated hamsters. Hamsters were painted with 0.5% DMBA 3 times a week for 10 weeks to developed oral tumor and showed well progressed hyperplasia, dysplasia and differentiated Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (OSCC). DMBA alone treated hamster observed 100% tumor formation, elevated tumor incidence, volume and burden, lipid oxidation by-products, diminish antioxidant levels, body weight and imbalance of detoxification enzymes, along with up-regulation of inflammatory (NFÒ¡B, TNF-Î±, COX-2, iNOS, IL-6), mutant p53, anti-apoptotic (Bcl2) and down regulation of pro-apoptotic (Bax and caspase-9) markers expressions were observed. Oral pre-administration of BCP at different concentration (100, 200 and 400 mg/kg bw) to DMBA-treated hamsters for 14 weeks, completely prevent the OSCC and restored the above biochemical parameters to near normal level, while histological and western blotting investigation were positive support to the biochemical discoveries. These results indicated that BCP potentially inhibit the inflammatory, anti-apoptotic markers and up-regulate the pro-apoptotic markers. Based on our present finding BCP inhibit cancer cell progression and enhances the apoptosis in DMBA induced oral carcinogenesis. In-silico docking investigation was done to supplement the exploratory outcomes.