bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Dermatoglyphic Phenotype in Patients with Cardiovascular Disease
Authors: Fedorov Serhii , Voronych-Semchenko Nataliia , Ivanochko Vasyl , Hrechyn Andrii , Kozan I. , Liampel V.
Published: March 2024

Introduction. Since the predisposition to develop cardiovascular disease is genetically determined, it can be assumed that there are phenotypic features (in particular, dermatoglyphic) that allow predicting the predisposition to develop acute myocardial infarction (MI).

The aim of the study  was to determine the dermatoglyphic phenotype in patients with myocardial infarction.

Materials and methods. The object of the study was dermatoglyphs of distal phalanges of the fingers obtained from 60 male subjects (30 patients with myocardial infarction and 30 healthy men without cardiovascular pathology as a control group). The dermatoglyphic method and the method of statistical analysis were used.

Results. It was found that patients with MI had a higher frequency of curl patterns, but a lower frequency of ulnar and radial loops and arc patterns compared to the control group. The value of the comb count in patients with MI was lower than in the control group (p>0.05). The total comb count of the palmar fields a-b, c-d was higher, and the fields b-c were lower in patients with MI than in the control group. The mean value of the angle Аtd on both hands was higher in patients with MI than in the control group. Palm patterns and folds showed no significant differences between the groups.

Conclusions

The results of this study can be used to standardize the dermatoglyphic pattern of the Ukrainian population and identify individuals prone to MI.
Results of Primary Arteriovenous Fistulas Formation with Different Types of Anastomoses in the Early Postoperative Period in Patients on Programmed Hemodialysis
Authors: Voronych Vitalii , Popadiuk Oleh
Published: March 2024

The study includes the analysis of the results of using the different types of arteriovenous anastomoses in the formation of arteriovenous fistulas and their impact on fistula maturation in the early postoperative period. One of the main aspects of the work is to determine the optimal type of anastomosis to ensure the proper functioning of arteriovenous fistula that is an important element of vascular access in patients on renal replacement therapy. It is important to consider such factors as the diameter of formed arteriovenous fistula, the blood flow velocity through it, the incidence of complications and the duration of its functioning. The study also takes into account the impact of patients’ characteristics, such as age, condition of arteries and veins, as well as general health indicators on the results of surgery. Taking these factors into account allows to identify the groups of patients who can benefit most from a particular type of anastomosis.

During the sample period, 384 patients with terminal stage of renal failure aged 20 to 84 years undergoing programmed hemodialysis, the native arteriovenous fistula was formed. It was found that 94.01 % of arteriovenous fistulas were successful in the early postoperative period. The average age of these patients was 44.2 years, while unsuccessful cases developed in people with an average age of 66.8 years. It was also found that within an hour after surgery for the formation of an arteriovenous fistula with the type end-to-side anastomosis, its diameter increases from 2.08±0.42 mm to 2.96±1.68 mm, and the blood flow velocity increases from 21.4±7.6 ml/min to 212.4±74.6 ml/min. The risk factor for effective fistula formation, in addition to age, is the diameter of vessels, anatomical features of the venous system, the presence of concomitant pathology (primarily diabetes mellitus).

The obtained results can serve as a basis for the developing of recommendations for the optimal choice of anastomosis type for certain categories of patients who will undergo renal replacement therapy. The study is aimed at improving the results of surgical treatment and increasing the quality of life of patients with chronic renal failure.
Optimization of Diagnostics and Treatment of Nasopharyngeal Cysts
Authors: Orishchak Diana , Vasyliuk Nataliia , Orishchak Ostap , Aleksandruk Natalia
Published: March 2024

Nasopharyngeal cysts are typically benign, congenital lesions filled with fluid and encapsulated from surrounding tissues. Both children and adults may present with clinical signs.

The aim of the study was to improve the efficiency of diagnostics and treatment of nasopharyngeal cysts in adults based on the differential diagnosis.

Materials and Methods. The study was carried out at the Department of Otolaryngology with the Course of Head and Neck Surgery, Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University, Ukraine, and encompassed both outpatient and inpatient-to-outpatient observations. Fifteen (9 females, 6 males) patients with nasopharyngeal cysts at the age of 28 to 51 years were examined. All patients underwent a comprehensive assessment, including a thorough evaluation of their medical history, a standard examination of the ears, nose, and throat (ENT) using conventional and optical techniques, alongside computed tomography (CT) of the nasopharynx and paranasal sinuses, complemented by a general physical examination.

Results. Fifteen patients with nasopharyngeal cysts were examined and treated. In nine (60%) cases, the cyst appeared as a round mass with a dense wall, partially or completely obstructed by the excretory duct and containing dense content, localized in the central region of the nasopharynx. In four (26.6%) cases, the cyst ruptured. Cysts were localized laterally, originating from the fossa of Rosenmüller in three (20%) cases. All patients underwent minimally invasive surgery.

Conclusions. Endoscopic examination, CT, and magnetic resonance imaging are the most informative diagnostic methods for nasopharyngeal cysts. A definitive diagnosis can be made based on pathomorphological examination. The treatment of choice for nasopharyngeal cysts is endoscopic endonasal surgery with a microdebrider and laser coagulation.
Tendencias de investigación básica y desarrollo tecnológico para las cadenas productivas de aguacate, plátano y hortalizas con enfásis en ají y brócoli
Authors: Flórez Martínez Diego Hernando , Morales Castañeda Alexis
Published: March 2024

Tendencias de investigación básica y desarrollo tecnológico para las cadenas productivas de aguacate, plátano y hortalizas con énfasis en ají y brócoli
Ficha técnico económica cadena productiva - Hortalizas
Authors: Flórez Martínez Diego Hernando , Uribe Claudia
Published: March 2024

En Colombia la cadena hortofrutícola involucra desde la producción de bienes de origen agropecuario como frutas frescas, vegetales y granos, hasta la transformación industrial de bienes como jugos, enlatados, mermeladas, compotas, pulpas y salsas (DNP Departamento Nacional de Planeación, 2005), abarcando tano el universo de frutas como de hortalizas que comprenden el potencial productos del país, destacándose prioritariamente aquellas cadenas productivas que presentan dinámicas particulares e influyen en la competitividad y productividad del país
Maíz (Zea mays L.) siembra de maíz para pequeños productores del departamento del Cauca
Authors: Cárdenas, Jaime Jaime , Tabares María Consuelo , Trejos Ana María , Carabalí Arturo
Published: March 2024

El maíz (Zea mays L.), es uno de los alimentos básicos en el departamento del Cauca. Se utiliza para consumo humano y animal, se siembra de manera tradicional en todos los pisos térmicos, siendo de amplio uso en diferentes preparaciones, desde su estado lechoso hasta seco. También, se utiliza en la industria como materia prima para la elaboración de aceites, alcoholes y harinas
First report of Zethus schadei Bohart y Stange 1965 (Hymenoptera: Vespidae) as natural enemy of Hypsipyla grandella Zeller (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) from Colombia
Authors: Pulgarín Díaz John Alexander , Cano Gallego Lucas Esteban , Herrera Florez Andres Fabián , Quiroz Gamboa Jhon Alveiro
Published: March 2024

El barrenador de los brotes de Meliaceae, Hypsipyla grandella, es una de las plagas forestales más importantes del mundo. Ataca crípticamente el meristemo apical de especies de Meliaceae, como Cedrela, Swietenia y Carapa, sus daños bifurcan los árboles y el tronco más valioso, alcanzando hasta el 100% de árboles de una plantación forestal, lo que hace inviables las plantaciones de alta densidad. Se informan casos donde se logró el control total de H. grandella con prácticas, efectos de sombreado, fertilización y mejora del crecimiento, sin embargo, los mecanismos no eran bien interpretados. Las prácticas de manejo integrado de plagas (MIP) para H. grandella requieren más conocimiento sobre su biología, incluida la interacción con sus anfitriones y enemigos naturales.
Taxonomic interpretation of non-heterocystous Cyanobacteria (Oscillatoriales) from eastern India with particular emphasis on Lyngbya Plectonema complex
Authors: Banerjee Sreemanti , Singh Akanksha , Pal Ruma
Published: March 2024

Filamentous non-heterocystous cyanobacterial taxa from 8 genera were collected from different ecological niches like high altitudes, plains and estuaries of eastern India. The systematic accounts of 23 taxa were investigated with a polyphasic approach considering morpho taxonomy, cultural behavior, and molecular phylogenetic analysis with 16S and 16S-23S Internal Transcribed Spacer (ITS) regions as molecular markers. The collected taxa were from the families Oscillatoriaceae, Phormidiaceae and Pseudanabaenaceae with 8 representative genera viz. Lyngbya, Plectonema, Oscillatoria, Limnothrix, Leptolyngbya, Planktothrix, Desertifilum and Phormidium. The 16S-23S ITS region-based molecular characterization of 13 species from Oscillatoriaceae, 6 species from Phormidiaceae, and 4 species from Pseudanabaenaceae were found to be congruent with earlier phylogenetic studies using other markers. Phylogenetic tree analysis revealed habitat-specific clustering of ITS sequences of the investigated taxa. The 16S molecular marker-based phylogenetic analysis, along with cultural studies of the Lyngbya-Plectonema clade, highlighted the need for morphotaxonomic reconsideration of Lyngbya birgei and Plectonema tomasinianum related to the formation of false branching. The present study affirmed that 98% sequence similarity in the ITS region can be considered as a threshold percentage for conspecificity determination in the Lyngbya genus.

Keywords: Cyanobacteria; ITS; Oscillatoriaceae; Phormidiaceae; Phylogenetic tree; Pseudanabaenaceae.
Estrategia de intervención educativa para el abordaje del riesgo cardiovascular en pacientes con hipertensión arterial
Authors: Rojas-Montenegro Karen , Cisneros-Cañas Gustavo , Suárez de Terán Rosario , Cajilima-Vega Ruben , Arteaga-Pazmiño Cecilia , Frias-Toral Evelyn
Published: March 2024

Introducción: Las enfermedades cardiovasculares (ECV) son la principal causa de muerte prevenible a nivel mundial y nacional. Frente a esta problemática, las estrategias educativas son esenciales en la prevención y manejo de las ECV. Objetivo: El objetivo de este estudio fue desarrollar una estrategia de intervención educativa para abordar el riesgo cardiovascular (RCV) en pacientes con hipertensión arterial (HTA). Métodos: Se realizó un estudio cuasi-experimental, en el que se determinó el RCV y hábitos de vida a través de la Escala Globorisk y FANTASTIC, respectivamente, previo a la intervención educativa y posterior a ésta, en una población de 97 pacientes de 40 a 79 años de edad con HTA primaria en el periodo de marzo a agosto del 2021. La intervención consistió en estrategias educativas para promover hábitos de vida saludables, y la prescripción de un plan de alimentación individualizado de acuerdo a las necesidades de los participantes. Resultados: Posterior a la intervención se obtuvo un control de la tensión arterial en el 28.86% de la población de estudio, el índice de masa corporal disminuyo en el 3.1%, el RCV disminuyó en un 11.34%, y los estilos de vida saludables mejoraron en un 9.15% (p=0.000) en todas las variables. Conclusiones: En los pacientes con HTA, las intervenciones educativas para promover estilos de vida saludables, mejoran los factores de RCV.
Keywords: Hipertensión arterial; Riesgo cardiovascular; Estilos de vida saludables, Atención primaria en salud.
Vaping: Public Health, Social Media, and Toxicity
Authors: Sun Yehao , Prabhu Prital , Li Dongmei , McIntosh Scott , Rahman Irfan
Published: March 2024

This viewpoint aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of vaping from various perspectives that contribute to the invention, development, spread, and consequences of e-cigarette products and vaping. Our analysis showed that the specific characteristics of e-cigarette products as well as marketing strategies, especially social media marketing, fostered the spread of vaping and the subsequent effects on human health and toxicity. We analyzed the components of e-cigarette devices and e-liquids, including the latest variants whose impacts were often overlooked. The different forms of nicotine, including salts and freebase nicotine, tobacco-derived nicotine, tobacco-free nicotine, and cooling agents (WS3 and WS23), have brought more choices for vapers along with more ways for e-cigarette manufacturers to advertise false understandings and present a greater threat to vapers’ health. Our work emphasized the products of brands that have gained significant influence recently, which are contributing to severe public health issues. On the other hand, we also discussed in detail the toxicity of e-liquid components and proposed a toxicity mechanism. We also noticed that nicotine and other chemicals in e-liquids promote each other’s negative effects through the oxidative stress and inflammatory nuclear factor kappa-light-chain-enhancer of activated B cells (NF-κB) pathway, a mechanism leading to pulmonary symptoms and addiction. The impact of government regulations on the products themselves, including flavor bans or regulations, has been limited. Therefore, we proposed further interventions or harm reduction strategies from a public health perspective.
Improvements in Neoplasm Classification in the International Classification of Diseases, Eleventh Revision: Systematic Comparative Study With the Chinese Clinical Modification of the International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (Preprint)
Authors: Xu Yicong , Zhou Jingya , Li Hongxia , Cai Dong , Zhu Huanbing , Pan Shengdong
Published: March 2024

BACKGROUND

The International Classification of Diseases, Eleventh Revision (ICD-11) improved neoplasm classification.

OBJECTIVE

We aimed to study the alterations in the ICD-11 compared to the Chinese Clinical Modification of the International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD-10-CCM) for neoplasm classification and to provide evidence supporting the transition to the ICD-11.

METHODS

We downloaded public data files from the World Health Organization and the National Health Commission of the People’s Republic of China. The ICD-10-CCM neoplasm codes were manually recoded with the ICD-11 coding tool, and an ICD-10-CCM/ICD-11 mapping table was generated. The existing files and the ICD-10-CCM/ICD-11 mapping table were used to compare the coding, classification, and expression features of neoplasms between the ICD-10-CCM and ICD-11.

RESULTS

The ICD-11 coding structure for neoplasms has dramatically changed. It provides advantages in coding granularity, coding capacity, and expression flexibility. In total, 27.4% (207/755) of ICD-10 codes and 38% (1359/3576) of ICD-10-CCM codes underwent grouping changes, which was a significantly different change (χ21=30.3; P<.001). Notably, 67.8% (2424/3576) of ICD-10-CCM codes could be fully represented by ICD-11 codes. Another 7% (252/3576) could be fully described by uniform resource identifiers. The ICD-11 had a significant difference in expression ability among the 4 ICD-10-CCM groups (χ23=93.7; P<.001), as well as a considerable difference between the changed and unchanged groups (χ21=74.7; P<.001). Expression ability negatively correlated with grouping changes (r=–.144; P<.001). In the ICD-10-CCM/ICD-11 mapping table, 60.5% (2164/3576) of codes were postcoordinated. The top 3 postcoordinated results were specific anatomy (1907/3576, 53.3%), histopathology (201/3576, 5.6%), and alternative severity 2 (70/3576, 2%). The expression ability of postcoordination was not fully reflected.

CONCLUSIONS

The ICD-11 includes many improvements in neoplasm classification, especially the new coding system, improved expression ability, and good semantic interoperability. The transition to the ICD-11 will inevitably bring challenges for clinicians, coders, policy makers and IT technicians, and many preparations will be necessary.
Prevalence of overweight and obesity, and associated risk factors in an axial spondyloarthritis cohort
Authors: Protsenko G.O. , Sytenko A.O.
Published: March 2024

Background. Overweight and obesity are more common in axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) cohorts than in the general population. The purpose of this study wase to assess the prevalence of overweight in patients with axSpA depending on sex and to identify axSpA-related factors, which are positively associated with body weight (BW). Materials and methods. Study design: a retrospective single-institution case series. Data source: medical records of patients with axSpA. Nutritional status was categorized by body mass index (BMI) according to WHO criteria. Results. The data of 142 patients with axSpA (78.2 % men) were analyzed. Weight was positively associated with: height (p < 0.0001), BASMI ≥ 4 (p < 0.0001), methotrexate treatment (p < 0.000) and cumulative glucocorticoids (GCs) dose ≥ 1.45 g (p = 0.01), with the relative importance (RI) of each factor of 100, 59, 61, and 24.8 %. The strength of the association between BW and BASMI was attenuated under the influence of the following confounders: gender (23.7 %), age (20.7 %), height (12.9 %) and strengthened under by the influence of BASDAI ≥ 7 (by 13.7 %) and the duration of GCs therapy (by 11.1 %). Height was negatively associated with female gender (p < 0.0001) and back pain intensity (p < 0.04). The developed regression models for body weight and height explained, respectively, 57.8 and 54 % of the variations parameters of patients with axSpA. Conclusions. Prevalence of overweight in the study sample of Ukrainian axSpA patients is lower than in cohorts outside of Ukraine, but still significant positive association of BW with spinal mobility limitation, exposure to MTX and high cumulative dose of GCs provides preliminary evidence their role in pathological weight gain.
Bone mineral density and Trabecular Bone Score in patients with kidney stone disease
Authors: Nikitin O.D. , Nishkumay O.I. , Chan Mike K.S. , Wong Michelle B.F. , Korytskyi A.V. , Kordubailo I.A. , Levenko E.I. , Lysak Z.V. , Dubynska S.M.
Published: March 2024

Background. With the dynamics of the aging of the global population, leading places in the structure of age-related diseases are occupied by osteoporosis (OP), which is characterized by low-energy fractures due to decrease of bone mineral density (BMD). One of ОР reasons is insufficient calcium intake due to the fear of kidney stones disease (KSD) formation. The aim of the research was the assessment of the BMD, Trabecular Bone Score (TBS) of patients depending on KSD. Materials and methods. Eighty patients took part in the study, 14 men (17.5 %) and 66 women (82.5 %). First group consisted of 48 patients with KSD (women — 34 (70.83 %), men — 14 (29.17 %), average age 55.5 [IQR 51.5–62.5] years), second one included 32 subjects (women 31 (96.88 %), men — 1 (3.12 %), median age 63.2 [IQR 58.8–67.4] years) without nephrolithiasis. We analyzed parameters of dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (Hologic Discovery device). The TBS iNsight method was used to assess the TBS. Results. The detection of KSD increased from 16.25 % (on the basis of the disease diagnosed in the anamnesis) to 49.25 % (after additional ultrasound examination). BMD indices in patients with nephrolithiasis did not differ from the para­meters of people without CKD, while TBS was significantly lower. Conclusions. Nephrolithiasis is an underdiagnosed problem, especially in BMD screening. In patients with KSD, TBS a significant lower compare with subjects without nephrolithiasis. The obtained data require a detailed study of the possible causes and connections of BMD disorders in patients with KSD.
Geniuses don’t die
Authors: Sidelkovskiy A.
Published: March 2024

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Kebaya dan Wacana Pelestarian
Authors: Suzie Handajani
Published: March 2024

Artikel ini adalah tentang gerakan berkebaya untuk mensukseskan pengajuan busana kebaya sebagai Warisan Budaya Tak Benda (WBTB) ke UNESCO. Yang dijadikan obyek untuk menganalisa fenomena ini adalah laman tradisikebaya.id yang berisi beragam tautan media dan informasi tentang kampanye berkebaya. Konten tradisikebaya.id ini bisa dilihat sebagai kumpulan dari representasi gerakan ini. Laman ini bisa dilihat sebagai pintu masuk untuk memproblematisir kampanye Kebaya Goes to UNESCO.  Isi dari laman ini dianalisa secara indikatif dan bukan secara komprehensif. Tujuannya adalah untuk melihat pola-pola representasi yang muncul dengan memakai pendekatan semiotika Stuart Hall dan Roland Barthes. Argumentasi yang diajukan di artikel ini adalah bahwa gerakan berkebaya ternyata mempunyai wacana dan ideologi yang paralel dengan sejarah pembentukan identitas kebangsaan Indonesia. Paralel yang pertama adalah bahwa identitas Indonesia itu bersifat Jawa sentris demikian pula gerakan berkebaya ini. Gerakan ini adalah sekelompok perempuan yang berpusat di pulau Jawa yang berbicara atas nama seluruh perempuan Indonesia. Paralel yang kedua adalah perempuan dipakai sebagai simbol  identitas yang bersifat kultural. Perempuan adalah lambang kebangsaan sementara laki-laki adalah lambang kenegaraan. Namun walaupun memakai  perempuan sebagai simbol kebudayaan, jenis perempuan yang direpresentasikan ternyata berbeda dengan yang dikonstruksi di masa lalu terutama di jaman Suharto. Perempuan yang dikonstruksi dalam gerakan berkebaya ini adalah perempuan bergaya hidup urban, kelas menengah dari status mereka sendiri (tidak digambarkan sebagai pendamping suami), dan sebagian besar bekerja.
On the Subtitle Translation in Zootopia from the Perspective of Skopos Theory
Authors: Wang Wei
Published: March 2024

As cultural exchanges become more and more frequent, film has become a new type of cultural communication tool, that is, viewers need to read subtitles to understand contents of films. Subtitles usually translated by translators who need to rely on some translation theories, but traditional translation theories can no longer better meet people’s needs. The differences between various versions of subtitle translation do not achieve the desired effect, and it is difficult to create emotional resonance between the audience of the source language and the audience of the target language. The success of a film does not lie in the wonderful contents but in whether the translation of the film content can meet its expected requirements and whether the audience can truly understand it, and the German Vermeer’s translation purpose theory provides new ideas for subtitle translation, based on a purpose that can produce certain expected effects. To study the film further and create emotional resonance among different audiences, this paper adopted Skopos theory to analyze the film: Zootopia. In the paper, the contents include three principles of Skopos theory, translation strategies and other translation methods.
Enhancing Brain Tumor Diagnosis: A Synergistic Approach with Support Vector Machines and Decision Trees for Improved Detection and Segmentation
Authors: R Srikumaran
Published: March 2024

Abstract: Brain tumor identification and segmentation are critical components of modern medical imaging, facilitating timely diagnoses and effective therapy planning. This paper introduces an innovative methodology that harmoniously integrates Support Vector Machines (SVM) and Decision Tree methods. SVM adeptly classifies brain images into tumor and nonneoplastic regions, harnessing its proficiency with complex datasets. Decision Tree methods complement this process, providing transparent segmentation that accurately delineates intricate tumor boundaries. The synergy between SVM and Decision Tree methods establishes a robust framework for brain tumor identification. This novel approach holds promise for enhanced diagnosis speed, particularly valuable in time-sensitive medical scenarios. Emphasizing potential advancements in patient care outcomes, the methodology enables tailored treatment plans with greater precision. Positioned at the core of brain image analysis, this novel methodology signifies a substantial step forward in healthcare practices, fostering personalized approaches to brain tumor diagnosis and treatment.
Hybrid Cost Optimized Load Balancing in Cloud
Authors: Jyothsna S
Published: March 2024

Abstract: Cloud infrastructure goods and a collection of servers are housed in a cloud datacenter. When a client requests that a particular task be performed, the request is routed to a server that has the resources to do the task. A suitable virtual machine (VM) operating on it in turn handles the request. The current research suggests a cloud-based cost-optimized hybrid load balancing method that chooses the virtual machine to assign jobs depending on the VM's availability and its active connections at that precise moment. Also, it examines the prices of the various virtual machines and data transfer cost to choose the one that will fulfill the request for the lowest cost. In almost all test cases, the suggested technique reduced overall response time and cost. Resources are de-provisioned from a pool of resources once they have been used for a set of specific workloads. The quality of service(QOS) for the end customers must be ensured during this processing period. The main objective of this research is to make it possible for end customers to access services at the lowest possible cost and response time.
Expense Tracker App
Authors: Jasmine Dr. J.
Published: March 2024

Abstract: The expense tracker application presents a comprehensive solution for efficient financial management and savings optimization. With a user-friendly home page showcasing transaction summaries and interactive graphs, users gain immediate insights into their spending patterns. The dedicated savings page facilitates goal-setting and progress tracking, enhancing financial discipline. Additionally, the app features an expense updating mechanism for real-time data accuracy. Future iterations will incorporate machine learning algorithms to provide personalized recommendations and predictive insights, further empowering users to make informed financial decisions. With its intuitive interface and future-proof design, the application emerges as a pivotal tool in navigating the complexities of personal finance, fostering proactive savings habits and financial well-being.
Experimental Analysis on Partial Replacement of Cement by Glass Powder and Using of Steel Fiber
Authors: Karthick R.
Published: March 2024

Abstract: Concrete consists of fine aggregate, coarse aggregate, water, and optional admixtures, such as Portland cement or another hydraulic cement. Because of its massive resource consumption, the concrete industry poses a serious danger to the sector's long-term viability. The concrete industry is struggling in part because of concerns about the environment and the economy. Many studies are currently being conducted on the utilisation of waste materials like Pulverised Fly Ash (PFA) and Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS) as supplemental cementitious materials. Similar to PFA and GGBS, waste glass powder can be used to partially substitute cement during the hydration reaction. To some extent, waste glass can substitute cement in concrete and contribute to strength development if it is ground to a very fine powder and demonstrates pozzolanic properties due to its high SiO2 content. This research examined the Compressive, Tensile, and Flexural strengths of concrete that had been aged for up to 60 days with concrete that had been partially replaced with Glass Powder at percentages ranging from 0% to 40%. The aggregate test findings suggest that Waste Glass Powder could be used as a suitable cement replacement in construction projects. Fibre reinforced concrete (FRC) is a composite building material made from small, discontinuous fibres that are randomly distributed throughout the concrete part. Steel, glass, and polymer fibres, as well as fibres originating from natural sources, are the most common types of fibre used in cement-based composites. The tendency of fibres to be more closely spaced than traditional reinforcing steel bars makes them more effective at preventing cracking. It's important to note that fibre is not a suitable replacement for steel bars when reinforcing concrete.
KECERDASAN EMOSI PADA SISWA YANG BERMASALAH DI SEKOLAH
Authors: Rahmawati Amalia
Published: March 2024

Salah satu indikasi siswa bermasalah adalah berkaitan dengan kecerdasan emosi. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana kecerdasan emosi pada siswa yang bermasalah di sekolah. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kuantitatif deskriptif dengan menggunakan skala kecerdasan emosi dan kuesioner untuk mengidentifikasi masalah siswa. Jumlah subjek sebanyak 120 siswa, dengan menggunakan teknik purposive sampling. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pada siswa dengan masalah membolos, kesulitan belajar pada bidang tertentu, bertengkar dan berkelahi dengan teman sekolah, mencontek, tidak mengerjakan tugas, dan minum-minuman keras tahap awal (ringan) memiliki kecerdasan emosi tinggi, pada siswa dengan masalah berkelahi antar sekolah, kesulitan belajar karena gangguan dikeluarga, minum-minuman keras tahap pertengahan, mencuri, dan melakukan tindak asusila (sedang) memiliki kecerdasan emosi rendah, dan pada siswa dengan masalah kecanduan alkohol, penyalahgunaan narkotika, melakukan tindak kriminalitas, percobaan bunuh diri, dan perkelahian dengan senjata tajam atau senjata api (berat) memiliki kecerdasan emosi rendah.Kata kunci: Kecerdasan emosi, siswa bermasalah, sekolahOne of indications of student delinquency is related by emotional intelligence. The purpose of this research is to describe the emotional intelligence in students who have problems in school. The research method used quantitative descriptive using emotional intelligence scale and questionnaires to identify problem students. The number of subjects is 120 students, using purposive sampling technique. The results showed that the students with hooky problems, difficulties in a particular field, fights with a schoolmate, cheating, not do the homework, drinking alcohol early stage (low) have high emotional intelligence. The students with a problems fights with another schools, difficulty learning caused by disruption in the family, drinking alcohol at mid-stage, stealing, committing immoral behaviour (medium) have low emotional intelligence. And the student with the problem of alcoholism, drug abuse, committing a crime, suicide attempts, fights with a weapons or firearms (high) have low emotional intelligence.Keywords : Emotional intelligence, student delinquency, school
KECERDASAN EMOSIONAL DENGAN PENYESUAIAN SOSIAL PADA MAHASISWA
Authors: Yuliati Eka Nidya
Published: March 2024

Menjadi mahasiswa yang sukses membutuhkan kesiapan diri baik secara fisik, psikis, juga financial. Kesiapan tersebut tidak lain agar mereka mampu menghadapi berbagai permasalahan, maka mereka harus mampu berinteraksi dengan lingkungan sosialnya. Namun masih banyak mahasiswa yang tidak mampu berinteraksi dengan baik, sehingga menambah permasalahan dan merasa kesulitan menyesuaikan dengan lingkungan sosialnya. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui hubungan kecerdasan emosional dengan penyesuaian sosial pada mahasiswa. Penelitian ini ialah penelitian kuantitatif korelasional yang  menggunakan sampel insidental, dan jumlah subjek sebanyak 100 mahasiswa. Skala yang digunakan ialah skala kecerdasan emosional dan skala penyesuaian sosial. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ada hubungan positif dan sangat signifikan antara kecerdasan emosional dengan penyesuaian sosial pada mahasiswa yang dibuktikan dengan hasil koefisien korelasi (r) = 0,481; (p)=0,000 < 0,01. Kata kunci: Kecerdasan emosional, penyesuaian sosial, mahasiswa To be a successful student require readiness yourself both physically, psychic, as well as financial. The readiness of the other so that they are not able to deal with various problems, then they must be able to interact with their social environment. But there are still many students who are not able to interact with both, so that adds to the problems and feel the difficulty adjusts to its social environment. The purpose of this research is to know the relationship of emotional intelligence with social adjustment in college students. This research uses techniques of accidental sampling, and number of the subject of as many as 100 college students. The scale used is the scale of emotional intelligence and social adjustment scale. The results showed that there is a relationship between emotional intelligence and social adjustment in college students as evidenced by the results of the correlation coefficient (r) = 0,481; (p)= 0.000 < 0.01. Keyword: Emotional intelligence, social adjustment, college student
Development of Jatropha curcas grown under limited amounts of daily water supply
Authors: Adriano-Anaya Lourdes , Becerra-Monzón Rodolfo , Vázquez-Ovando Alfredo , Ovando-Medina Isidro , Salvador-Figueroa Miguel
Published: March 2024

Jatropha curcas plant is known for its soil tolerance and ability to thrive in low humidity conditions; however, there is a lack of systematic reports documenting the impact of limited water availability on its growth and development. This work aimed to analyze the development of J. curcas cultivated with daily supplementation of limited amounts of water. Five daily irrigation treatments were established to simulate varying annual rainfall levels: 250, 750, 1250, 1750 mm and 2250 mm. In each treatment, we used 16 seedlings of J. curcas MAP-08. The seedlings were sown in pots containing loam soil substrate mixed with vermicompost (19: 1 weight to weight). After 60 weeks of cultivation, plants receiving irrigation of 2250 mm per year exhibited growth rates 1.28, 1.51, 1.95 and 1.95 times higher, with respective increases in stem diameter of 15.6, 22.2, 41.9% and 47.7%, as well as 1.2, 1.4, 1.8, and 1.8 more leaves compared to those receiving 1750, 1250, 750, and 250 mm. There was no statistical difference in the number of branches (3.86 branches per plant) between the plants of the treatment with irrigation of 2250, 1750 mm and 1250 mm per year or between the plants belonging to the 750 and 250 mm per year (2.90 branches per plant) treatments. The plants of treatments 1750 and 2250 were the only ones that produced flowers. Although J. curcas typically functions as a succulent deciduous bush, with its stem serving to regulate leaf water potential and acting as a shock absorber against soil water potentials, its morphological and reproductive characteristics were recorded to be negatively affected when subjected to reductions of 22, 44, 67% and 89% in water availability compared to the maximum annual level recorded in the work area (2250 mm).
RELASI MEDIA MASSA JELANG PEMILU 2024 ANTARA PEMERINTAH DAN MASYARAKAT
Authors: Baharuddin Baharuddin
Published: March 2024

Talking about the relationship between the media and the political sphere is a dilemmatic relationship. This is due to the attitude of media reporting which is not completely neutral from political intervention or capital patronage. Of course, this is something paradoxical considering that the media is the fourth pillar of democracy after the trias politica. The media should act as a watchdog in power so that checks and balances are created in the country and society. The media's observation is related to its central function as social correlations which lead the public to translate the various realities of life-span and national into the consumption of good print and electronic information. So, the media here has power over public knowledge through text and image framing so that it becomes the main public reference in shaping their views on the way government works. Information is the key word that links media relations with politics through the formation of public opinion on the news. This study aims to explain and analyze the tendency of mass media coverage in the context of the 2024 Presidential Election. The research method used is Robert N. Entman's framing analysis. The Research has shown that with mass media relations in politics by looking at media neutrality mass can at least be detected through; Mass media in determining news sources; Media using column and page limitations, mass media will observe the urgency of someone or a candidate couple in the election; There's room and place settings that are fairly wide against the activities of someone or a candidate couple, like the announcement on the first page of a newspaper.
MENGGAIT GENERASI MILENIAL MELALUI PENERAPAN DAKWAH KULTURAL DALAM MEDIA SOSIAL
Authors: Halimatus Nur , Muhid Abdul
Published: March 2024

The millennial generation is a generation that can be said to be very familiar with the technology that is developing at this time, of course in this case millennials are included in a special category, seeing from the habits that have coexisted with social media, it has become a culture when viewed from its characteristics, then da'wah cannot run  just slack, it needs a special strategy to attract this generation, by using interpretive qualitative methods, the author tries to interact through context, and look for written sources, with the results of cultural da'wah is one of the effective strategies for the Islamization of the Earth, identification of da'wah objects through their characteristics  encouraging preachers to flex their da'wah according to the medium while paying attention to the lines of da'wah, by using social media to post interesting content by paying attention to images, duration and also the choice of material, to be a powerful strategy, accompanied by informative and solid and clear points, use of light language  are also a consideration, such as several preachers who are popular among millennials, Husein Basyaiban, Ustad Hanan Attaki and also Ning Umi Laila, for example.
Cognitive and academic outcomes of large-for-gestational-age babies born at early-term: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Wolke Dieter , ZHAO Xuan , POSKETT Alice , STRACKE Marie , Quenby Siobhan
Published: March 2024

ABSTRACT(250 words)Background: Early
induction of labour (38 -38
weeks) in large-for-gestational-age (LGA) babies may reduce risks such
as shoulder dystocia but may increase another risk of reduced cognitive
abilities in offspring. Objectives: To evaluate the cognitive
and academic outcomes of LGA children born at early-term (combined
exposures or independently) in the light of existing research.
Search Strategy: 5 databases were searched from inception to
March 2023 without language restrictions. Selection Criteria:
Studies reporting on cognitive or academic outcomes either focusing on
children born at early-term or LGA. Data Collection and
Analysis: Besides narrative synthesis, we conducted meta-analyses where
possible. Main Results: Out of 1592 identified articles, no
study investigated the effect of early-term delivery in LGA babies on
cognitive or academic outcomes. 68 articles investigated the cognitive
effects of early-term delivery and LGA independently. Children born at
37 weeks (SMD, -0.13; 95% CI, -0.21 – -0.05) but not at 38 weeks (SMD,
-0.04; 95% CI, -0.08 – 0.002) have lower cognitive scores than at 40
weeks. LGA children had slightly higher cognitive scores than AGA
children (SMD, 0.06; 95% CI, 0.01 – 0.11). Syntheses results using
cognitive impairment or academic performance as outcomes were similar.
Conclusions: There is no existing study that investigated
early-term delivery in LGA babies and their cognitive scores. Early-term
delivery has a small detrimental effect on cognitive scores, whereas LGA
may have a small benefit. Evidence from RCTs or observation studies is
needed. Fundings: University of Warwick; UKRI (EP/X023206/1)
Keywords: cognitive, intelligence, academic performance,
early-term delivery, large-for-gestational-age, macrosomia,
meta-analysis, systematic review
A Practical Guide to Creating Public Health Codes of Ethics
Authors: Strohmaier Lena , Czabanowska Katarzyna , Schröder-Bäck Peter , Tahzib Farhang , Thomas James
Published: March 2024

Background: Codes of conduct are a vital lever of the public
health workforce professionalization in Europe. The absence of genuine
Public Health Codes of Ethics (PHCOE) hampers full professionalization,
leading practitioners to conduct that does not reflect public health
norms and values. Methods: A scoping review embedded in
Constructivist Grounded Theory searched the PubMed, Web of Science and
EMBASE data bases and websites of professional organizations, public
health institutions and public health governance bodies for norms,
values, duties and principles to develop a theoretical model on the
creation of public health codes of conduct. Results: Three
studies and 25 PHCOEs have been included. The codes overlap in respect,
honesty, accountability, responsibility, collaboration and flexibility.
Values that are crucial to public health practice including justice,
equity, public trust, common good, cultural awareness, social progress
and stewardship were less well-represented. The theory which emerged
from the data includes ethical considerations, purposes and benefits,
themes, content and barriers. Conclusion: We have proposed a
prototype for a PHCOE that can be used by public health institutions and
organizations to create codes of conduct. We urge stakeholders to raise
awareness on the importance of empowering the workforce to excel at
their responsibilities by investing in development and adoption of
ethical guidance and training.
Exploring the Potential of Bovine Colostrum as a Bioactive Agent in Human Tissue Regeneration: A Comprehensive Analysis of Mechanisms of Action and Challenges to be Overcome
Authors: Santos Pedro Rassier dos , Kraus Rosana Basso , Nascente Patrícia da Silva
Published: March 2024

Bovine colostrum is a rich source of bioactive compounds, including
growth factors, that may promote tissue regeneration. Studies suggest it
has potential therapeutic benefits in humans, but further research is
needed to fully understand its mechanisms of action. This study aims to
review scientific articles on the use of bovine colostrum as a bioactive
agent for tissue regeneration in humans and twelve articles were
selected. In vitro studies show that bovine colostrum can benefit cells
by reducing cell proliferation and inducing differentiation. The
concentration of colostrum used has a direct impact on the results, with
no positive results observed at some high concentrations (20%).
Extracted portions of colostrum (EVs and IMF) showed better results than
the complete colostrum. In vivo studies show that bovine colostrum is a
promising natural source for wound healing, as its bioactive factors
help in the orderly progression of the healing process. However, some
studies did not find any benefit related to tissue regeneration, and
more research is needed to explore the full potential of colostrum in
regenerative medicine and to develop more effective therapies for wound
healing.
Dispersion and activation energy of convective heat transfer flow via a wavy surface with variable characteristics and heat sources: A numerical study
Authors: Tiwari Amitosh
Published: March 2024

We have explored the result of the activation energy, thermal
conductivity, and variable viscosity, A vertical wavy surface is passed
by heat sources during convective heat transfer. Coupled equations
controlling the flow, the nonlinear, mass, and heat transferring an
electrically conducting viscous fluid via a vertically wavy surface have
been solved with the Runge-Kutta-Shooting approach. ( f′,
f ) the velocities, (φ)concentration and (θ)temperature, Sherwood
and Nusselt number were discussed for several variations of Ds, Dc, E1,
δ, Rd, β, θr, A1, B1, a, ξ. It has been seen that axial velocity
increases with rising values of Ds, Dc, E1, Nr and reduces with thermal
radiation (Rd), and thermal conductivity (β). Nusselt number (Nu)
reduces with temperature dispersion (Ds), variable viscosity(θr),
thermal conductivity (β) and enhances with solutal dispersion (Dc),
radiation (Rd). Space/temperature dependent heat sources (A1, B1).
MicroRNAs regulate microglial polarization and influence the neuroinflammatory response induced by intracerebral hemorrhage
Authors: Kong Demi , Zou Wei
Published: March 2024

Intracerebral hemorrhage is a common central nervous system disease
characterized by a high incidence, fatality and disablement rate.
Currently, there is no specific treatment available for this disease,
making it a major clinical challenge to overcome. Following an
intracerebral hemorrhage event, there is a leakage of blood components
from blood vessels into the brain. This leads to the activation of
microglia, which are specialized cells of the innate immune system.
Consequently, these cells release a plethora of inflammatory mediators.
Neuroinflammation in the adjacent vicinity of the hematoma and
throughout the entire brain can arise due to the interference caused by
microglia and inflammatory mediators. The extent of such inflammation is
intricately linked to secondary brain injury as well as the recovery of
brain function. Over the past few years, several investigations have
showcased the crucial function of microRNAs in governing disorders of
the central nervous system. This is specifically relevant when
considering the pathophysiological progression of intracerebral
hemorrhage and its associated neuroinflammatory cascade. By manipulating
the expression of microRNAs, these agents have the ability to impact the
behavior of immune cells and regulate the post-intracerebral hemorrhage
neuroinflammatory reaction. Consequently, this control could potentially
aid in mitigating the neurological functional deterioration arising from
secondary brain injury brought about by intracerebral hemorrhage.
Henceforth, the exploration of microRNAs as plausible molecular targets
to address intracerebral hemorrhage shall furnish novel concepts and
unveil untrodden avenues for its forthcoming treatment.