bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
LA DETRESSE RESPIRATOIRE CHEZ LENFANT
Authors:   Service de Pediatrie du CHU Hassan II a Fes, Maroc., Achir Khaoula , Tadmori Ilham ,   Service de Pediatrie du CHU Hassan II a Fes, Maroc., Hida Moustapha ,   Service de Pediatrie du CHU Hassan II a Fes, Maroc.
Published: August 2024

The objective of this study was to examine the clinical and epidemiological characteristics of respiratory distress in children, identify the responsible pathologies, and describe the therapeutic management. This retrospective study analyzed medical records of children aged between 1 month and 14 years admitted for respiratory distress over a one-year period, with a sex ratio (M/F) of 1.4. Dyspnea was the primary symptom (100%), cough was present in 57% of cases, feeding difficulties in 18%, and influenza-like illness in 15%. Pneumonia was the leading cause of pulmonary respiratory distress in our study, accounting for 35.5% of cases, while congenital heart defects were the most common extrapulmonary cause (16% of cases). The outcome was favorable in 76.5% of patients. Death was noted in 21% of cases. Respiratory distress is a true emergency that requires a thorough clinical assessment to quickly detect signs of severity necessitating urgent, symptomatic, and etiological management.
INJURY OF THE DISTAL URETER SECONDARY TO NORMAL VAGINAL DELIVERY: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW
Authors:   Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Latifa Hospital, Dubai Health, Dubai, UAE., Y. Alhubaishi Laila , H. Rangwala Tasneem ,   Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hatta Hospital, Dubai Health, Dubai, UAE., E. Alzarooni Ayesha ,   Department of General Surgery, Rashid Hospital, Dubai Health, Dubai, UAE.
Published: August 2024

Spontaneous ureteric rupture after a normal vaginal delivery is a rare occurrence, with about five cases reported in literature. We reviewed the literature with the aim to evaluate the causes of such an injury, presenting signs and symptoms, diagnosis, management strategies, outcome and follow up. Recognition and timely repair are critical to prevent long term complications and ensure good quality of life for the women suffering such a trauma. Clinicians must consider spontaneous ureteral rupture in the differential diagnosis for postpartum abdominal pain and flank pain when common causes have been ruled out. Diagnosis can be made with contrast-enhanced Computed Tomography scan and cystoscopy. In majority of cases, ureteral stenting or endoscopic repair are reasonable options for management.
COMPARATIVE EVALUATION OF PREFORMED STAINLESS STEEL CROWNS AND PREFABRICATED ZIRCONIA CROWNS FOR RESTORING ENDODONTICALLY TREATED PRIMARY MOLARS
Authors:   Reader,Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Himachal Institute of Dental Sciences, Paonta Sahib, Himachal Pradesh., Vyas Divya , Pandit I.K. ,   Principal, Professor and HOD, Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, D.A.V.(C) Dental College and Hospital, Yamunanagar, Haryana., Gugnani Neeraj ,   Professor, Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, D.A.V.(C) Dental College and Hospital, Yamunanagar, Haryana., Gupta Monika ,   Professor,Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, D.A.V.(C) Dental College and Hospital, Yamunanagar, Haryana.
Published: August 2024

Objectives: This study was designed to evaluate preformed stainless steel crowns and prefabricated zirconia crowns for restoring endodontically treated primary molars. Material and Methods: A total of 24 patients between the age group of 5-10 years having atleast a primary first or second maxillary or mandibular molars affected with caries requiring endodontic treatment followed by extracoronal restoration by preformed Stainless steel crown(group no.I consisting of 12 teeth)or Zirconia crowns (group II consisting of 12 teeth) for esthetics and function were included in the study. Following which ,clinical photographs and intra oral periapical radiographs were taken and parents accompanying the patient were asked to score the satisfaction score.Patients were recalled after 1 week, 3 months and 6 months from the day on which the final crown placement was done. Results: Considering the clinical and radiographic success rates at the end of 6 months, non-statistically significant differences were found between the two groups (p=1.000 and p=1.000 respectively) using Chi-square test. Conclusion: It can be concluded from our study that both Zirconia crowns and Stainless steel crowns can be effectively used as extracoronal restorations in primary posterior endodontically treated teeth. In terms of retention, marginal adaptation, occlusion and gingival health both the crowns exhibited non-significant differences. However, zirconia crowns provided good esthetics and significantly better parental satisfaction scores. Thus, either of the crowns can be used for restoring such teeth, but whenever esthetic concerns surpass,zirconia crowns seem to be a preferred alternative.
IMPOSTER SYNDROME: A COMPARATIVE STUDY BETWEEN GOVERNMENT AND PRIVATE UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
Authors:   PhD Scholar, Galgotias University., Dixit Kirti , Ashutosh Kumar ,   Associate Professor, Psychology Department, Galgotias University.
Published: August 2024

Imposter syndrome, characterised by chronic self-doubt and fear of being exposed as a fraud, is prevalent among university students. This study aimed to compare the prevalence of imposter syndrome between students in government and Imposter syndrome, characterised by chronic self-doubt and fear of being exposed as a fraud, is prevalent among university students. A total of 120 students (60 from government universities and 60 from private universities) participated, Results indicated that government university students exhibited higher levels of self-handicapping behaviour and perfectionism, and lower levels of self-efficacy, supporting the hypothesis. These findings underscore the need for targeted support systems in government universities to address imposter syndrome. Future research should explore larger, more diverse samples and consider longitudinal designs.
SIMULTANEOUS EFFECT OF SDL AND MOSE2 LAYERS ON CIGS SOLAR CELL PERFORMANCE AND STRATEGY FOR IMPROVING ULTRA-THIN CIGS SOLAR CELL PERFORMANCE
Authors:   Departement de Physique, Laboratoire de Materiaux et Environnement (LA.M.E)-UFR/SEA, Universite Joseph Ki-ZERBO, 03 BP 7021 Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso., Traore Boureima , ZONGO Adama ,   Departement de Physique, Laboratoire de Materiaux et Environnement (LA.M.E)-UFR/SEA, Universite Joseph Ki-ZERBO, 03 BP 7021 Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso., Sankara Issiaka ,   Departement de Physique, Laboratoire de Materiaux et Environnement (LA.M.E)-UFR/SEA, Universite Joseph Ki-ZERBO, 03 BP 7021 Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso., Ouedraogo Soumaila ,   Departement de Physique, Laboratoire de Materiaux et Environnement (LA.M.E)-UFR/SEA, Universite Joseph Ki-ZERBO, 03 BP 7021 Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso., Oubda Daouda ,   Departement de Physique, Laboratoire de Materiaux et Environnement (LA.M.E)-UFR/SEA, Universite Joseph Ki-ZERBO, 03 BP 7021 Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso., Bawindsom Kebre Marcel ,   Departement de Physique, Laboratoire de Materiaux et Environnement (LA.M.E)-UFR/SEA, Universite Joseph Ki-ZERBO, 03 BP 7021 Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso., ZOUGMORE Francois ,   Departement de Physique, Laboratoire de Materiaux et Environnement (LA.M.E)-UFR/SEA, Universite Joseph Ki-ZERBO, 03 BP 7021 Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso.
Published: August 2024

In this paper, based on numerical simulation, the SCAPS-1D software was used to simultaneously study the influence of the surface defect layer (SDL) and the molybdenum diselenide layer (MoSe2) on the performance of the CIGS solar cell. These two defects layers are respectively formed at the front interface (CdS/CIGS) and the back interface (CIGS/ Mo) by atomic inter-diffusion. Simultaneous analysis of SDL and MoSe2 layers thickness revealed that optimum performance is achieved for 10 nm thickness of SDL layer and 35 nm thickness of MoSe2. A study of the gap energy revealed that optimum performance is obtained for 1.25 eV energy gap SDL layer and 1.35 eV energy gap of MoSe2 layer. Next, a performance study of the ultra-thin CIGS solar cell with optimized SDL and MoSe2 layers was carried out. It was found that the presence of the SDL and MoSe2 layers optimized improves the electrical performance of the ultra-thin CIGS solar cell.
ENHANCING TIME SERIES FORECASTING ACCURACY WITH DEEP LEARNING MODELS: A COMPARATIVE STUDY
Authors:   Department of Computer Science, National Defence Academy, Pune, India., Rani Sonia , Kaur Ravinder ,   Department of Computer Science, National Defence Academy, Pune, India., Desai Chitra ,   Department of Computer Science, National Defence Academy, Pune, India.
Published: August 2024

This study offers a detailed comparison of both traditional and ad-vanced deep learning models in the context of time series forecasting, with a specific focus on ARIMA, Random Forest, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Long Short-Term Memory networks (LSTMs), and Gated Recurrent Units (GRUs). In line with open science principles, it utilizes publicly accessible datasets to guarantee the reproducibility of its findings and broaden their relevance. The research meticulously ap-proaches preprocessing and thoroughly investigates model architectures and hyperparameters to establish solid benchmarks for performance evaluation. It uniquely employs the Root Mean Square Error (RMSE) as the primary metric to assess forecasting accuracy across different datasets. This singular focus on RMSE enables a precise understanding of model performance, highlighting the exact conditions under which each model excels or falls short, considering dataset characteristics such as size and complexity. Additionally, the study explores the interpretability of these models to provide insights into the decision-making processes underlying deep learning predictions. The results of this analysis yield essential recommendations for selecting optimal modeling techniques for time series forecasting, significantly advancing theoretical knowledge and practical applications in the field. By narrowing the gap between advanced machine learning techniques and their effective deployment in forecasting tasks, this study guides practitioners and researchers toward informed model selection based on RMSE performance.
Munāsabat Muḥtawá Qanāt “Arabian Fairy Tales” bi-Muḥtawá Taʿlīm al-Lughah al-ʿArabīyah lil-Aṭfāl maʿa al-Muqarrar al-Ittiṣālī bi-Marhalat al-Adná
Authors: Utami Laila Nadya , Abu Asyunifar Binte
Published: August 2024

This research aims to determine the eligibility of the video content in the “Arabian Fairy Tales” channel with the Arabic language teaching content and the communication course at the lower level. The method used is documentation. The data source used in this research was obtained from the Arabian Fairy Tales channel. The analytical methods used are data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion. The results of this research are that in terms of categorizing the topics in the “Arabian Fairy Tales” channel, there are 45 videos that can be used as teaching materials for learning the Arabic language using the communication approach at a lower level, such as personal identity, home and family, and education.  The videos in the previously analyzed Arabian Fairy Tales channel are appropriate in terms of content, presentation, language, and imagery to the standards established by the National Education Standards Agency (BSNP) in terms of content, presentation, language, and image.
Experiences of water poverty in the metropolitan area of Barcelona: implications for the Global North
Authors: Romero-Gomez Gustavo , Nadal Jordi , Saurí David
Published: August 2024

Water poverty, primarily understood as a problem of affordability, is increasingly important in developed countries. It burdens vulnerable households with mounting debts or deprives them of this fundamental resource. Faced with this threat, households may modify their habits to reduce consumption and seek also assistance to reduce the amount of the water bill. Both strategies imply stressful efforts, often exacerbated by unexpected events like the COVID-19 pandemic. Using semi-structured interviews with 35 vulnerable households in a working-class town near Barcelona, in this paper we blend a quantitative assessment of home water habits with a qualitative analysis of strategies to reduce water bill costs. Results reveal a strong commitment to water savings but clashes with essential household needs, particularly for children. Respondents lament that despite intense water saving, bills remain high, given water's perceived expense and limited subsidy access. In sum, addressing the issue of water poverty from the subjective experience of those struggling against it in their daily lives allows to identify situations where basic physical and mental comfort of the more vulnerable is under severe stress. These experiences and perceptions are linked to sociopolitical and economic processes such as accumulation by dispossession or ecological modernization, contributing to water poverty.
Spatiotemporal variation and teleconnections of extreme precipitation in the Upper Indus Basin: insights for natural hazard assessment
Authors: Kumar Aman , Malla Mani Kanta , Arya Dhyan Singh
Published: August 2024

The study investigates trends and teleconnections of extreme precipitation events in the Upper Indus Basin (UIB) within the Indian region, part of the crucial geo-ecological Hindu Kush Himalayan Mountain system. Utilizing high-resolution (10km) HAR data from 2002 to 2013, we analyzed 11 indices established by the Expert Team on Climate Change Detection and Indices (ETCCDI) to observe variations in extreme precipitation at the monthly, seasonal, and annual scales. Results show an increase in dry and wet extreme precipitation frequency and intensity, increased monsoon precipitation, and a shift of winter precipitation, increasing continuous dry days. Using APHRODITE daily (0.25°) data from 1952 to 2014, continuous wavelet transform and wavelet coherence analysis indicate significant periodicities and correlations with large-scale climate anomalies such as El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) and North Atlantic Oscillation (NAO). Wavelet coherence analysis reveals that monthly extreme precipitation events significantly correlate with ENSO at 3-5 years periodicity, while annual extremes show significant coherence with NAO at 8-10 years and over 16 years periodicities. The study highlights the impact of global climate change on regional precipitation and the need for adaptive water management policies to mitigate flood risks during the rainy season and address water scarcity in the dry season.
P. Sequeri - K. Appel - C. Casalone - D. Cornati - J. Duque - I. Guanzini - M. Neri - G. C. Pagazzi - V. Rosito - G. Serrano - L. Vantini, Rescuing Fraternity. Together, (Humana Communitas 1), Libreria Editrice Vaticana, Cittá del Vaticano 2021, 168 pp. I
Authors: Uribe Pablo
Published: August 2024

El libro viene a ofrecer más que una sola recensión de la encíclica del Papa Francisco Fratelli tutti, un verdadero desafío al mundo intelectual y a la teología para de forma crítica ver la realidad eclesial y social, aportando a una fraternidad intelectual. El enunciado que sintetiza el llamamiento es el siguiente: “dentro de la fraternidad intelectual todo se puede ganar, fuera de ella. Todo lo que hay común en lo humano, empezando por aquello degradado y abandonado de mil maneras, es su contraparte decisiva” (p.86).
Explorando as Fronteiras da Inteligência Artificial à Luz da Inteligência Senciente de Zubiri
Authors: Gruber Andre , Fernandes Marcelo , Domingos Waldemar
Published: August 2024

Este artigo visa explorar e elucidar as distinções fundamentais entre a inteligência artificial (IA) e a inteligência senciente, conforme proposto pela filosofia de Xavier Zubiri. O estudo busca compreender até que ponto a IA pode replicar aspectos da inteligência humana e como a compreensão da inteligência senciente pode informar e influenciar o desenvolvimento futuro da IA. A pesquisa adotou uma abordagem qualitativa, utilizando uma pesquisa bibliográfica para construir um referencial teórico robusto sobre a IA e inteligência senciente. Além disso, foi realizada uma análise de conteúdo para comparar a inteligência artificial com a inteligência senciente, com foco na filosofia de Xavier Zubiri, a qual permitiu identificar duas categorias principais relacionadas à IA sob a ótica da inteligência senciente: características ausentes e presentes da IA conforme entendimento da inteligência senciente. Dentro das características ausentes, foram levantadas 14 unidades de registros; para as características presentes, 7 unidades de registro, totalizando 21 códigos. O estudo conclui que, embora a inteligência artificial possa imitar certos aspectos da inteligência humana, ela não pode replicar a totalidade da experiência senciente.
Prophetic Tax Based on Kuntowijoyo's Thought
Authors: Umaimah Umaimah , Triyuwono Iwan , Roekhudin  , Purwanti Lilik
Published: August 2024

Purpose —. This research aims to formulate a tax concept based on Kuntowijo's thought.
Design/methodology/approach —. This research is critical research using Kuntowijoyo's critical thinking, namely the prophetic mission of Islam; humanization, liberation, and transcendence based on Al Quran Surah Ali Imron verse 110
Findings — Humanization, liberation and transcendence do not yet exist in the modern tax concept. Taxes should be a sincere gift from the people to the State based on justice within the framework of faith in God Almighty and spent on the interests of the people from the weakest groups.
Practical implications —  It is hoped that this article can be used as material for consideration for the government, especially the Directorate General of Taxes, to reformulate the concept of tax in Indonesia.
Originality/value —  This article presents a tax concept that combines Religion with human thought.
How to Write an Effective Scientific Abstract with Keywords and MeSH Terms
Authors: Charan Gopal Singh , Kalia Raman , Kaur Maninderjit
Published: August 2024

In the scientific field, there is a critical need for the rapid and timely dissemination of findings to foster collaborations, seek funding, and establish oneself as a growing expert within their chosen domain. Abstracts are essential for conveying research findings and their significance in a concise manner. A well-written abstract is both unbiased and easily understandable, avoiding hype and jargon that might be difficult for readers without background knowledge in the field to understand. Keywords and Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) are important tools for enhancing the accessibility and discoverability of research. While authors prioritize keywords for search engine optimization, MeSH terms, created by the National Library of Medicine, ensure that articles in medical databases are correctly indexed. Properly choosing and strategically placing keywords with optimal density can effectively increase the visibility and impact of an article. This letter emphasizes the importance of a concise, focused abstract that is easy to read and well-organized, using bullet lists to enhance the dissemination and visibility of scientific research and discusses strategies for choosing and improving keywords.
Knowledge and Opinions About Sustainable Nutrition and the Factors Associated With Sustainable and Healthy Eating Behaviors in Adults
Authors: Kaner Gülşah , Seremet Kurklu Nilgun , Yurtdaş Depboylu Gamze , İnsel Tuana Hazal
Published: August 2024

Introduction.The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge and opinions about sustainable nutrition and the factors associated with sustainable and healthy eating behaviors among individuals aged 18 to 65 years.
Methods. An online cross-sectional survey-based study included analysis of demographic and anthropometric characteristics, participants’ knowledge and opinions about sustainable nutrition, and their scores on the Sustainable and Healthy Eating Behaviors (SHEB) Scale. The snowball sampling method was used.
Results. The study included 3,037 adults with a mean age of 25.62 ± 9.66 years. Participants scored highest on the factors of healthy and balanced nutrition and low fat, and lowest on the factors of local food and reducing meat consumption. The SHEB Scale scores for women (4.04 ± 1.12) were higher compared to men (3.83 ± 1.21) (p < 0.001). A significant association was identified between age and SHEB Scale scores (OR=1.01, 95% CI 1.01-1.03), with no association observed with body mass index. Women were more likely to display sustainable and healthy eating behaviors compared to men (OR=1.45 95% CI 1.23-1.71), as were married participants compared to single participants (OR=1.87 95% CI 1.54-2.27).
Conclusions. The results of this study indicate that sustainable nutrition is not well understood among adults. Advancing age, female gender, and being married were found to be associated with higher scores on the SHEB Scale.
Factors Influencing Outcome After Shoulder Arthroplasty (FINOSA Study): Protocol of a Prospective Longitudinal Study With Randomized Group Allocation
Authors: Claes Anke , De Mesel Annelien , Struyf Thomas , Verborgt Olivier , Struyf Filip
Published: August 2024

Background

There is an increasing need for evidence-based postoperative rehabilitation strategies to optimize patient outcome. Knowledge of potential prognostic factors could steer the development of rehabilitation protocols and could result in better treatment outcomes and higher patient satisfaction.

Objective

This study aimed to investigate which potential prognostic factors predict baseline shoulder pain and function and its evolution in the first 2 years following surgery, in patients with total shoulder arthroplasty. The secondary objective is to investigate which potential prognostic factors predict baseline quality of life and its evolution in the first two years following surgery.

Methods

To reach the aims of this project, a prospective longitudinal study, running from January 2020 to March 2025, will be carried out with a follow-up of 48 months. Patients will be randomized based on sling wear. We will study factors such as shoulder function, patient expectations, psychosocial factors, lifestyle factors, sling wear, soft tissue integrity, and physiotherapy treatment. Test moments will take place preoperatively, at 6 weeks, 12 weeks, 6 months, 12 months, and 24 months. Descriptive statistics will be used to describe the patient population characteristics. Based on literature review, expert opinion, and univariate analyses, potential prognostic factors will be chosen as covariates. A mixed regression model for repeated measures will be used to assess both the evolution of the Shoulder Pain and Disability Index within persons from baseline over time and the differences in evolution between participants. Correlation analyses will be used to investigate associations between the other outcome measures such as the Constant and Murley Score, shoulder range of motion, shoulder muscle strength, and proprioception, and the primary outcome measure, the Shoulder Pain and Disability Index score. Potential prognostic factors not included in the model will be presented in a descriptive manner.

Results

Data collection started in January 2020. In April 2023 the sample size was reached. Data collection will end in April 2025. Analyses will follow when data collection is completed.

Conclusions

Knowledge of potential prognostic factors will have implications toward better rehabilitation strategies of patients after total shoulder arthroplasty.

Trial Registration

ClinicalTrials.gov NCT04258267; https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT04258267

International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID)

DERR1-10.2196/56522
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Published: August 2024

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What Drives Deep Reader Engagement with Socially-Generated Content? The Critical Role of Dual-Layer Information
Authors: Wang Fudong , Wu Jiangting
Published: August 2024

Social media platforms have rapidly gained popularity due to features such as personalized recommendations and real-time push notifications, attracting a large number of creators to produce content. However, with the explosive growth of content and information overload, readers’ expectations for content and interaction quality have increased, making it increasingly difficult to engage them deeply. This poses management challenges to the platform’s ecosystem, such as high visitor volume but low retention rates. This study, leveraging the latest GPT technology, provides a more scientific approach to content metrics and a detailed exploration of interaction categories to examine the impact of information, authors, and interactions on reader engagement behavior. It particularly considers the effects of internal and external layers of social-generated content and different levels of reader engagement. Combining real community data, it is found that the impact of content information is the most crucial, with this impact being distributed across content and interaction aspects. It is suggested that social media platforms should strive to balance vivacity and informativeness when producing content. Additionally, the role of content, authors, and interactions varies across different product categories, so differentiated strategies should be employed accordingly.
Assessing the Antibacterial Effectiveness against MDR Strains and the Antioxidant Characteristics of Ficus auriculata
Authors: Singh Namrata , Verma Rashmi , Aziz Rabia Basri , Bhakta Aayushi , Rawat Pramod
Published: August 2024

For millennia, people have successfully treated a wide range of illnesses, including bacterial infections, with different plant parts or extracts. “MDR strain” typically refers to a “multi-drug resistant strain” of a bacteria. In the context of infectious diseases, a multi-drug resistant strain refers to a strain of the pathogen that has acquired resistance to multiple drugs that are commonly used to treat infections caused by that specific pathogen. MDR strains can present significant challenges in healthcare settings as they limit the effectiveness of standard treatments and may require more aggressive or specialized approaches to manage the infection. The discdiffusion method was used in this investigation to test the antimicrobial properties of Petroleum ether, acetone, ethanol, methanol, and aqueous extracts of Ficus auriculata leaves against four bacterial strains namely Salmonella enteric serovar typhi, Salmonella enteric ser Paratyphi (MDR strain) Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Escherichia coli. The findings showed that all of the investigated organisms (zone of inhibition of 0.5 ± 0.15 & 18 ± 1.7 mm) were significantly inhibited by the petroleum ether, ethanol, and methanol extracts, with the exception of Salmonella typhi (an 18 mm inhibitory zone). The restricted area (≤5) indicated moderate activity in the aqueous extracts. It’s crucial to remember that antimicrobial activity analysis of plant extracts is just one step in the process of identifying potential natural antimicrobial agents. Further studies, including the identification and isolation of specific bioactive compounds, toxicology assessments, and clinical trials, are required before any plant extract can be considered for use as a drug development.
Caesalpinia bonducella Seeds Extracts are Non-toxic to the Gut Bacteria Lactobacillus rhamnosus, as Substantiated by In vitro and In silico Studies
Authors: Karthikeyan Manivannan , Akshatha Pai , Mohideen Habeeb Shaik , Usha Balasundaram
Published: August 2024

The seed kernels of Caesalpinia bonducella, a traditional medicinal plant in India, are widely used to treat various disorders, including polycystic ovary syndrome. The seed kernel possesses anti-bacterial properties against many pathogenic bacteria. However, their impact on Lactobacillus spp., a prominent gram-positive gut bacterium, has not been studied till date. The present study employed both in vitro and in silico methods to illustrate the effect of seed extract of C. bonducella against Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG. For this, disc diffusion assay was performed with 100, 500, and 1000 µg/ml of aqueous and methanolic seed extract against L. rhamnosus and E. coli, and the zone of inhibition was measured. While both the extracts inhibited the growth of E. coli, it did not show any zone of inhibition against L. rhamnosus. The latter possess surface layer proteins, SlpX and SlpA, which prevented the influx of the phytocompounds of C. bonducella, as demonstrated by molecular docking using Autodock Vina. Docking results showed that the binding of the phytocompounds to the SlpX and SlpA proteins was not in the active pockets. These findings conclude that C. bonducella seed kernel extracts are safe against the gut bacteria L. rhamnosus.
Food Waste Processing Trends Worldwide and Valorization of Food Waste from Pune City
Authors: Soni Ajaykumar , Patil Sneha , Ghosalkar Anand , Nandi Somnath , Kumbhar Pramod
Published: August 2024

This article lays its primary focus on understanding waste from the domestic and commercial hotel kitchens. For researchers, deciding biotechnological treatment and valorization process, it is necessary to refer and understand the food waste (FW) composition and its processing trends worldwide. This paper mentions the FW compositional data from four different locations of “Pune” a metro city of India. Study-approved procedures for sample collection, preparation, and analysis were followed. The results indicate, the presence of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats in all samples and are sufficient to support the microbial growth and desired product formation. Being perishable, microbiological and compositional changes during handling and transportation, in FW are inevitable. The presence of high boiling, low boiling volatile compounds and volatile organic acids indicate the complexity of FW and microbial activity taking place within it. Abundant amount of trace elements essential for enzymatic reactions and building block molecule formation are present. Average important figures to mention, starch- 7.27% w/w, free sugars- 3.39% w/w, proteins- 7.99% w/w and fats- 12.84% w/w. In addition, essential trace elements Zn- 4 mg/lit, Mn- 4 mg/lit, Mg- 239 mg/lit, S-433 mg/lit and P- 922 mg/lit. The numbers help to realize the nutritional richness of the FW in reality and provide fundamental statistical data for researchers. Treatment and recycling can be done to contribute toward a circular bio-economy. Remarkable variations observed in almost all components on day-to-day basis. However, pretreatment process parameters can be decided to account for compositional variations.
Study of the Prevalence of Bovine Brucellosis (Brucella abortus) in General Proaño Parish: Evaluation using Rose Bengal Test and Confirmation through Competitive ELISA
Authors: Erazo Kevinn Villavicencio , Ramon Riveliño , Moreira Jenny Martinez , Morejón Favian Bayas
Published: August 2024

Bovine brucellosis is an infectious pathology that compromises animal well-being and causes significant economic losses for livestock farmers. This disease leads to abortions and is caused by the bacterium Brucella abortus. In this research, the prevalence of bovine brucellosis (Brucella abortus) was estimated in General Proaño Parish using the Rose Bengal test and confirmation through competitive ELISA. Methodologically, The research was carried out between February and August 2023 on 100 animals from 25 locations in the Proaño parish, in the Morona canton, Ecuador. Blood serum was obtained from five breeds of cattle: Charolais, Holstein, Brown Swiss, Mestiza and Jersey. The collected samples were transported to the laboratory for their respective analysis. Five milliliters of venous blood were collected from the coccygeal vein, from which 1 mL of blood serum was obtained. The serum was used for disease diagnosis through the Rose Bengal test, and those that tested seropositive were reconfirmed using the competitive ELISA immunoassay method. The clinical analyses determined that there is a 0% prevalence of the pathology; based on these results, we can state that the null prevalence of Brucella may be due to environmental and geographical factors that influence its presence and transmission. Furthermore, the precision and sensitivity of the diagnostic methods used are crucial; however, the ELISA and Rose Bengal methods may have been insensitive and did not detect mild infections. Finally, Brucella infection may not be present during sampling due to temporal fluctuations in its prevalence. In conclusion, there is no scientific evidence of bovine brucellosis as the primary cause of abortions and gestational losses in the study area.
Categorization of Hepatitis B Infected Patients Attending a Tertiary Care Centre, Puducherry
Authors: Munuswamy Sangeetha , Umadevi S. , Ramakrishnan Kalaivani , Easow Joshy M.
Published: August 2024

Hepatitis B infection is a common disease worldwide. Hepatitis B is one of the leading cause of malignancy and cirrhosis of liver. The diagnosis of Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) infection is mainly made through detection of serological markers. Our study aimed to detect presence of Hepatitis B Precore Antigen (HBeAg) and Antibodies to Hepatitis B core Antigen (HBcAg) among Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HBsAg) positive samples detected in Microbiology laboratory during the study period. HBeAg, Total Anti HBc and Anti HBcIgM was detected using ELISA (DIA.PRO – ITALY) and patients were categorized based on presence of HBeAg, Total Anti HBc and Anti HBcIgM. Out of 180 samples tested positive for HBsAg, majority belonged to the age group of 41-60 years. With regard to gender, males were found to be majority and four percent were antenatal women. HBeAg was found in 20.6% patients indicating high infectivity. Out of 180 samples, 9.45% were found to have acute infection and 90.55% were with chronic infection. Among the patients with acute infection, 58.8% had high infectivity whereas in patients with chronic infection 16.56% had high infectivity. HBV Screening and categorization of positive patients are important to prevent chronic hepatitis, its complications among infected patients and to reduce the transmission of HBV in the community.
A Study on Fatigue among Drivers with Machine Learning by Using CNN and SVM
Authors: S V Mr. Anil Kumar
Published: August 2024

A major contributing factor to traffic accidents is driver fatigue brought on by long stretches of driving, lack of sleep, boredom, or any combination of these. Therefore, it has been suggested that fatigue detecting systems be used to warn or alert drivers. But how early driver fatigue is detected frequently affects how well the system works. Conventional techniques aim to identify driver fatigue in real time; however, in numerous crucial situations, like the takeover transition phase in fully automated driving, this detection may come too late. Therefore, the objective of this work is to predict the driver's transition from nonfatigue to fatigue during highly automated driving using physiological indications. First, we used the ground truth for driver fatigue, which is PERCLOS, or the percentage of time the eyelids are closed. Subsequently, we selected the physiological features that were most important for anticipating driver weariness in advance. Finally, we used these crucial physiological characteristics to create prediction models that, by applying a method called nonlinear autoregressive exogenous network, could forecast the exhaustion transition at least 13.8 seconds in advance. The recommended method's potential was demonstrated by the accuracy of tiredness transition prediction for highly automated driving (F1 measure = 97.3 percent and a score of 99.1 percent for two types of models, respectively).
PERMASALAHAN LINGKUNGAN SUNGAI PEGAMBANGAN KOTA BANJARMASIN
Authors: Fitriansyah Muhammad , Asmadi Asmadi , Sari Ayu Putri Kusmia
Published: August 2024

Lingkungan dapat menjadi masalah krusial terhadap pembangunan kota berkelanjutan, seperti pembungan sampah yang tidak pada tempatnya yang menyebabkan tercemarnya pemukiman. Kesadaran masyarakat tentang pentingnya membuang sampah pada tempatnya berkurang dan menyebabkan pemukian dan air di sepanjang aliran sungai menjadi tercemar yang membuat kualitas hidup masyarakat di daerah sungai pangambangan itu rendah akibat kurangnya kesadaran tentang penting nyan kebersihan. Dalam penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriftif dan survey langsung ke lokasi. Alternatif yang dapat di terapkan adalah menjadikan sungai tersebut sebagai wisata edukasi. Pemerintah diharapkan bisa membantu memperbaiki bangunan-bangunan rumah warga disekitar sungai pengambangan dan yang terutama adalah pembersihan sungai untuk dapat menarik minat wisatawan. Memperindah lingkungan sungai pengambangan seperti pembersihan sungai, peremajaan bangunan warga, membuka ruang terbuka hijau serta melengkapi fasilitas yang ada seperti tempat sampah, kursi untuk bersantai, toilet umum dll.
STUDY OF IMPROVING PERFORMANCE OF RAPID TRANSIT (BRT) BUS IN YOGYAKARTA
Authors: Samad Abdul , Wicaksono Achmad , Sulistyo Harnen , Djakfar Ludfi
Published: August 2024

The implementation of the Rapit Transit Bus (BRT) requires evaluation of performance, by exploring service quality. Because service quality is important for the success of Trans Jogja. The purpose of this study was to determine the existing conditions of bus rapid transit (BRT) service and performance in the city of Yogyakarta, and to find out the priority strategies for implementing bus rapid transit (BRT) management at the study site.  The method used in this study was the Science and QFD methods. The results of the research on the existing level of BRT performance in Yogyakarta, the arrival and departure times of Trans Jogja buses are good and can satisfy passengers, but the waiting time and operating time still need handling. The research results of the priority strategies for implementing BRT management management that need to be addressed are ease of location from the community living environment to the Trans Jogja bus stop, ease of change of mode, and management of cost compliance.
Pengaruh Variasi Prosentase Superplasticizer terhadap Sifat Mekanik dan Porositas Beton Berpori
Authors: Tyas Yulia Wahyuning , Nurtanto Dwi , Krisnamurti Krisnamurti
Published: August 2024

Penggunaan beton berpori sebagai penutup lahan merupakan inovasi dan terobosan untuk memecahkan masalah limpasan permukaan pada musim penghujan. Beton berpori merupakan beton ramah lingkungan yang dapat meningkatkan muka air tanah. Namun, beton berpori memiliki nilai kuat tekan yang rendah. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan teknologi beton berpori dengan mengamati  pengaruh penggunaan superplasticizer terhadap sifat mekanik beton berpori. Pembuatan beton berpori menggunakan nilai fas yang terkecil membuat pengerjaan beton semakin sulit. Oleh karena itu, digunakan superplasticizer, untuk meningkatkan workability. Penelitian ini menggunakan variasi superplasticizer sebesar 0%, 0,3%, 0,6% dan 0,8%. Bahan campuran menggunakan agregat batu pecah dengan ukuran seragam 10 mm dan  pasir sebanyak 20%. Hasil pengujian slump dari keempat perlakuan tersebut didapatkan hasil 0 cm. Pada Pengujian kuat tekan, didapatkan nilai optimum pada prosentase superplasticizer 0,6%. Penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa dengan penambahan superplasticizer dapat meningkatkan kuat tekan dan mempermudah pengerjaan. Namun penambahan superplasticizer yang melebihi batas optimum menyebabkan kuat tekan beton menjadi turun.
Model Pelimpah Samping Bendungan Bajulmati menggunakan Lateral Structure pada Program Hec-Ras
Authors: Orfa Lourina Evanale , Saleh Chairil
Published: August 2024

Pelimpah bendungan berfungsi untuk membuang kelebihan air tampungan pada saat kondisi banjir. Pada Bendungan Bajulmati, pelimpah yang digunakan adalah pelimpah samping. Program Hec-Ras digunakan untuk memodelkan aliran yang dilengkapi oleh model untuk menyerupai struktur di bagian aliran. Pada Program Hec-Ras terdapat Lateral Structure yang dapat memodelkan konstruksi pada sisi penampang saluran. Untuk memodelkan sesuai dengan karakteristik aliran di pelimpah samping maka akan digunakan Lateral Structure yang ada di Program Hec-Ras. Dari hasil permodelan menunjukkan bahwa permodelan geometri menggunakan Storage Area dan Lateral Structure dapat digunakan untuk memodelkan aliran di pelimpah. Tetapi harus diawali dulu dengan pembuatan initial condition untuk mendapatkan aliran dasar. Mengingat bahwa Program Hec Ras tidak bisa disimulasi untuk aliran kering. Boundary Condition hulu menggunakan debit inflow dan boundary condition hilir menggunakan muka air. Lateral Structure yang digunakan berupa weir karena pelimpah bendungan berupa pelimpah dengan tipe Ogee.
Pemanfaatan Limbah Olahan Rotan sebagai Serat Beton
Authors: Respati Rida , Santoso Achmad Imam
Published: August 2024

Kalimantan Tengah sebagai komoditas penghasil kerajinan rotan.Pemanfaatan limbah hasil kerajinan inilah yang digunakan sebagai serat pada beton. Adapun persentase yang digunakan adalah 0,1%, 0,3% dan 0,5% berdasarkan kebutuhan semen. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memberikan informasi tentang serat rotan jika digunakan pada campuran beton, mengetahui nilai kuat tekan yang dihasilkan akibat penambahan serat limbah rotan dan seberapa besar perbandingan yang terjadi akibat penambahan serat limbah rotan.Tahapan penelitian meliputi persiapan bahan, pemeriksaan bahan, pembuatan benda uji, perendaman benda uji, uji kuat tekan serta analisa dan pengambilan kesimpulan. Hasil dari penelitian ini mendapatkan kuat tekan rata-rata pada beton dengan tipe campuran tanpa serat sebesar 391,378 kg/cm², sedangkan pada tipe campuran 0,1% sebesar 371,734 kg/cm², tipe campuran 0,3% sebesar 308,267 kg/cm² dan tipe campuran 0,5% sebesar 297,689 kg/cm². Masing-masing pada tipe campuran terjadi penurunan sebesar 5,02 %, 21,24 % dan 23,94 %. Semakin banyak serat yang ditambah semakin menurun kuat tekan yang didapat, namun semakin banyak serat yang digunakan semakin besar kekuatan beton dalam menahan retakan.
ANALISA KINERJA SIMPANG EMPAT BERSINYAL PADA PERSIMPANGAN JALAN RAYA MOJOAGUNG – JALAN RAYA SUMOBITO – JALAN RAYA MOJOWARNO
Authors: Amal Andi Syaiful
Published: August 2024

Simpang empat bersinyal Jalan Raya Mojoagung  – Jalan Raya Sumobito – Jalan Raya Mojowarno, Jombang  merupakan  jalur  utama bus dan truk menuju arah Surabaya – Madiun – Solo – Yogyakarta dan juga terdapat pasar terpadu, dan pabrik serta berdekatan dengan daerah sekolah yang hal ini berpotensi menimbulkan kemacetan, kecelakaan, antrian dan tundaan. Tujuan dilakukannya penelian ini untuk mengetahui kondisi karakteristik arus lalu lintas dan kinerja simpang empat bersinyal Jalan Raya Mojoagung  – Jalan Raya Sumobito – Jalan Raya Mojowarno,  Jombang.  Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian  analisa kinerja simpang   bersinyal ini menggunakan/mengacu pada Manual Kapasitas Jalan Indonesia (MKJI) Tahun 1997 yang diterbitkan oleh Direktorat Jendral Bina Marga. Hasil evaluasi kinerja simpang empat besinyal Jalan Raya Mojoagung  – Jalan Raya Sumobito – Jalan Raya Mojowarno dapat dilihat dari nilai derajat kejenuhan pada masing-masing lengan yaitu pendekat Utara DS = 0,75 dengan panjang antrian QL = 86,88 m, pendekat Selatan DS = 0,78 dan QL = 99,58 m, pendekat Timur DS = 0,94 dan QL = 254,70 m, pendekat Barat DS = 0,89 dan QL = 302 m. Tundaan rata-rata simpang 47,31 det/smp
Kuat Lentur Dinding Panel Beton Busa dengan Perkuatan Wiremesh
Authors: Rommel Erwin , Rusdianto Yunan , Karimah Rofikatul , Prasetyo Lukito , Prasyas Anel
Published: August 2024

PPermasalahan energi dan lingkungan menjadi issue utama yang terjadi di negara-negara maju dan negara yang sedang berkembang tidak terkecuali di Indonesia. Kondisi geografis negara Indonesia yang terletak pada iklim tropis dan sebagian besar dilewati wilayah gempa, maka diperlukan desain bangunan yang dirancang selain tahan gempa juga harus memiliki konsep bangunan hemat energi. Bangunan tahan gempa dan hemat energi adalah impian bangunan dimasa mendatang, dimana dibutuhkan bangunan yang ringan, sifat insulasi yang baik, tata ruang optimal, serta bangunan yang memanfaatkan energi pada lingkungan sekitar. Dinding panel beton busa menjadi salah satu alternatif selain bobotnya ringan, pemasangannya cepat dan dapat diproduksi massal dipabrik. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui sifat mekanik dari dinding panel beton busa dengan memakai perkuatan wire mesh. Dinding panel berukuran 900 mm x 300 mm x 80 mm mm dibuat dengan campuran semen dan pasir 1:2,75 faktor air semen 0,425 dan 2% foam agent sebanyak 15 unit. Setiap 3 benda uji dibuat dengan dinding panel tanpa perkuatan (PD), dinding panel diberi styrofoam pada bagian tengah (PDS), dinding panel dengan serat ijuk (PDF), dinding panel dengan wiremesh 4 mm (PDM) dan dinding panel dengan wiremesh 4 mm dan styrofoam (PDMS). Pengujian lentur dilakukan dengan metode four-point-bending dengan mengamati beban retak, beban ultimit, displacemen dan pola retak yang terjadi. Hasil pengujian diperoleh bahwa kuat lentur dinding panel yang memakai wiremesh meningkat hingga enam kalinya dan kekakuan lenturnya meningkat dua kali dibandingkan dengan panel dinding tanpa wiremesh. Pola retak yang terjadi pada dinding panel dengan wiremesh menghasilkan penyebaran retak yang lebih merata dengan keruntuhan lentur bersifat daktail, sedangkan dinding panel tanpa perkuatan menunjukkan keruntuhan lentur bersifat getas.
Pengaruh Pengembangan Penggunaan Lahan terhadap Pola Curah Hujan di Kota Malang
Authors: Khaerudin Dian Noorvy , Dinar Pamela , Apriliyanti Ayu
Published: August 2024

Penggunaan lahan merupakan salah satu faktor pengaruh atas terjadinya banjir. Banjir terjadi adalah dikarenakan limpasan dan resapan air yang tidak seimbang. Penggunaan lahan di Kota Malang diartikan sebagai sebelum dan sesudah pengembangan penggunaan lahan di kawasan Jl. Veteran Kota Malang yang termasuk dalam daerah tangkapan hujan. Kajian ini bertujuan untuk mendapatkan pengaruh pengembangan penggunaan lahan terhadap pola hujan. Metode yang digunakan adalah analisis statistik hidrologi, yaitu curah hujan harian maksimum bulanan dihitung rata–rata 10 tahun sebelum  dan setelah pengembangan penggunaan lahan dan dihitung juga jumlah lama hujan setiap bulan.. Hasil pengamatan, pola hujan di Kota Malang tidak berubah, pola hujan Monsunal. sebelum dan sesudah pengembangan penggunaan lahan. Jumlah hari hujan sebelum pengembangan lebih lama tinggi dibandingkan saat setelah pengembangan penggunaan lahan. Dengan jumlah hujan yang lebih banyak namun hujan maksimumnya rendah terjadi pada sebellum pengembangan penggunaan lahan, sedangkan untuk curah hujan maksimum tinggi namun mempunyai jumlah hari hujan yang sedikit adalah sesudah pengembangan pengguaan lahan.
Pemodelan dan Analisis Reinforced Concrete Kolom Persegi Panjang Dengan Komposit Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer
Authors: Zega Adrianus
Published: August 2024

Perilaku struktural kolom beton bertulang persegi panjang (RC) dibatasi dengan konfigurasi yang berbeda dari lembaran polimer penguat serat karbon (CFRP) diselidiki dengan menggunakan analisis elemen hingga nonlinier (NLFEA). SOLID65, LINK8, SOLID45, dan SOLID46 elemen masing-masing mewakili beton, batang baja, pelat baja, dan lembaran CFRP. Berdasarkan karakteristik aktual masing-masing komponen yang disimulasikan, sifat material nonlinier ditentukan untuk setiap jenis elemen. Hasil NLFEA menegaskan bahwa penggunaan sistem penguatan komposit CFRP untuk kolom RC meningkatkan daktilitas dan kapasitas kekuatan aksial katastropik. Peningkatan daktilitas dan kekuatan aksial destruktif meningkat dengan meningkatnya jumlah lapisan komposit CFRP. Sistem penguatan komposit CFRP kolom RC persegi panjang dapat dikategorikan sebagai efisien dan menguntungkan hanya jika peningkatan signifikan dalam kapasitas kekuatan aksial katastropik tercapai. Seperti yang dikonfirmasi oleh hasil penelitian ini, NLFEA dapat secara efisien mensimulasikan perilaku struktural kolom RC persegi panjang yang dibatasi dengan lembaran CFRP. Disarankan bahwa model NLFEA digunakan dalam studi penelitian tambahan untuk mengembangkan pedoman desain dan aturan untuk elemen struktural RC diperkuat dengan komposit CFRP.