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Optimized Deep Learning-Enabled Hybrid Logistic Piece-Wise Chaotic Map for Secured Medical Data Storage System
Authors: Ampavathi Anusha , Pradeepini G. , Saradhi T. Vijaya
Published: December 2022

Background: In recent times, medical technology has generated massive reports such as scanned medical images and electronic patient accounts. These reports are necessary to be stored in the highly secured platform for further reference. Traditional storage systems are infeasible for storing massive data. In addition, it suffers to provide secure storage and privacy protection at the time of medical services. It is necessary to provide secure storage and full utilization of personal medical records for the common people in practice. The healthcare system based on IoT enhances the support for the patients and doctors in diagnosing the sufferers at an accurate time using the monitored health data. Yet, doctors make an inappropriate decision regarding the sufferer’s sickness when the information regarding health data saved in the cloud gets lost or hacked owing to an external attack or also power failure. Hence, it is highly essential for verifying the truthfulness of the sufferer’s information regarding health data saved on the cloud.Hypothesis: The major intention of this task is to adopt a new chaotic-based healthcare medical data storage system for storing medical data (medical images) with high protection. Methodology: Initially, the input medical images are gathered from the benchmark datasets concerning different modalities. The collected medical images are enciphered by developing Hybrid Chaotic Map by adapting the 2D-Logistic Chaotic Map (2DLCM), and Piece-Wise Linear Chaotic Map (PWLCM) referred to as Hybrid Logistic Piece-Wise Chaotic Map (HLPWCM). An Optimized Recurrent Neural Network (O-RNN) is proposed for key generation using Best Fitness-based Coefficient vector improved Spotted Hyena Optimizer (BF-CSHO). The O-RNN-based key generation utilizes the extracted image features like first and second-order statistical features and the targets are acquired as a unique encrypted key, which is used for securing the medical data. The same BF-CSHO is used for improving the training algorithm (weight optimization) of RNN to minimize the Mean Absolute Error (MAE) between the cipher (encrypted) images and original images. Results: From the result analysis, the suggested BF-CSHO-RNN-HLPWCM, by considering the image size at [Formula: see text] shows 10.4%, 8.5%, 3.97%, 0.62%, 3.88%, 2.40%, and 7.82% provides better computational efficiency than LCM, PWLCM, LPWCM, PSO-RNN-HLPWCM, JA-RNN-HLPWCM, GWO-RNN-HLPWCM, and SHO-RNN-HLPWCM, respectively. Conclusion: Thus, the simulation findings show the effective efficiency of the offered method owing to the security of the stored medical data.
Design Factors for Organizational Agility in Power Technology Development: An Interview Study in Germany
Authors: Steireif N. , Nitsch V. , Mütze-Niewöhner S.
Published: December 2022

The transformation of the energy system toward a sustainable energy supply is driven by a continuous development of new technologies. To cope with the challenges emerging from fast-paced changes, more flexible forms of organizing technology development are required. This paper explores how design factors for organizational agility (OA) can be described in the context of technology development. Therefore, structured interviews with 28 power-technology developers with theoretical or practical knowledge of agility were conducted. The results revealed a list of design factors for OA along with four organizational levels. The elaborated factors provide multifaceted design levers to shape an agile organization in technology development.
A Note on Two-Generator 2-Group Covers of Cubic Symmetric Graphs of Order 2p
Authors: Wang Xue , Zhou Jinxin
Published: December 2022

Let [Formula: see text] be a prime. In this paper, a complete classification of edge-transitive [Formula: see text]-covers of a cubic symmetric graph of order [Formula: see text] is given for the case when [Formula: see text] is a two-generator 2-group whose derived subgroup is either isomorphic to [Formula: see text] or generated by at most two elements. As an application, it is shown that 11 is the smallest value of [Formula: see text] for which there exist infinitely many cubic semisymmetric graphs with order of the form [Formula: see text].
Sequential quaternions: Nestedness and applications
Authors: Kizilaslan Gonca , Akkus Ilker
Published: December 2022

In this paper, we define a function [Formula: see text] which gives the sequence of partial sums of the Fibonacci quaternion sequence [Formula: see text]. We provide an identity about [Formula: see text] which is the sequence obtained by applying [Formula: see text] to [Formula: see text] [Formula: see text]-times.
A note on the connectivity of the exchanged hypercube
Authors: Jha Pranava K.
Published: December 2022

[M. Ma, The connectivity of exchanged hypercubes, Discrete Math., Algorithms Appl. 2(2) (2010) 213–220.] proved that the vertex connectivity and the edge connectivity of the exchanged hypercube are each equal to the minimum degree of the graph. This paper presents a proof of that result, which is substantially simpler and more intuitive.
The cell polarity protein Scribble is downregulated by the water channel aquaporin-5 in breast cancer cells
Authors: Edamana Sarannya , Login Frédéric H. , Riishede Andreas , Dam Vibeke S. , Tramm Trine , Nejsum Lene N.
Published: December 2022

Breast carcinomas originate from cells in the terminal duct-lobular unit. Carcinomas are associated with increased cell proliferation and migration, altered cellular adhesion, as well as loss of epithelial polarity. In breast cancer, aberrant and high levels of aquaporin-5 (AQP5) are associated with increased metastasis, poor prognosis, and cancer recurrence. AQP5 increases the proliferation and migration of cancer cells, and ectopic expression of AQP5 in normal epithelial cells reduces cell-cell adhesion and increases cell detachment and dissemination from migrating cell sheets, the latter via AQP5-mediated activation of the Ras pathway. Here, we investigated if AQP5 also affects cellular polarity by examining the relationship between the essential polarity protein Scribble and AQP5. In tissue samples from invasive lobular and ductal carcinomas, the majority of cells with high AQP5 expression displayed low Scribble levels, indicating an inverse relationship. Probing for interactions via a Glutathione S-transferase pull-down experiment revealed that AQP5 and Scribble interacted. Moreover, overexpression of AQP5 in the breast cancer cell line MCF7 reduced both size and circularity of three-dimensional (3-D) spheroids and induced cell detachment and dissemination from migrating cell sheets. In addition, Scribble levels were reduced. An AQP5 mutant cell line, which cannot activate Ras (AQP5S156A) signaling, displayed unchanged spheroid size and circularity and an intermediate level of Scribble, indicating that the effect of AQP5 on Scribble is, at least in part, dependent on AQP5-mediated activation of Ras. Thus, our results suggest that high AQP5 expression negatively regulates the essential polarity protein Scribble and thus, can affect cellular polarity in breast cancer.
A Systematic Review of Factors Associated with Under‐Five Child Mortality
Authors: Bhusal Madhav Kumar , Khanal Shankar Prasad
Published: December 2022

Background. Preventing the life of the newborn and reducing the entrenched disparity of childhood mortality across different levels is one of the crucial public health problems, especially in underdeveloped and developing countries in the world. Sustainable development goals (SDGs)‐3.2 is aimed at terminating all preventable under‐five child mortality and shrinking it to 25 per 1000 live births or lower than this by 2030. Several factors have been shown to be linked with childhood mortality. Objective. This review is aimed at pointing out the significant determinants related to under‐five child mortality by a systematic review of the literature. Methods. EMBASE, PubMed, Scopus database, and Google Scholar search engine were used for the systematic search of the literature. Special keywords and Boolean operators were used to point out the relevant studies for the review. Original research articles and peer‐reviewed papers published in the English language till August 10, 2022, were included in the analysis and synthesis of the results. As per the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines, out of 299 studies identified from different sources, only 22 articles were ascertained for this study. Eligible articles were appraised in detail, and relevant information was extracted and then integrated into the systematic review. Results. Mother’s education, size of child at birth, age of mother at childbirth, place of residence, birth interval, sex of child, type of birth (single or multiple), and birth order, along with other socioeconomic, maternal, child, health facility utilization, and community level variables, were observed as important covariates of under‐five mortality. Conclusion. Women’s education and easy access to quality healthcare facilities should be the apex priority to lessen childhood mortality.
Application of Malliavin Calculus in Mean-Variance Hedging Strategy
Authors: Liu Kefan , Chen Jingyao , Zhang Jichao , Tan Xili
Published: December 2022

This paper considers an approach of Malliavin calculus to obtain the hedging ratio for mean-variance hedging (MVH) strategy under the stochastic volatility model with pure jump Lévy process (SVJ). Specifically speaking, there exists a correspondence between the martingale representation theorem and the Clark-Ocone formula for a square integrable contingent claim. Therefore, we can replace the diffusion term coefficients with the functions containing Malliavin derivatives to get a closed-form representation for the MVH strategy. By fast Fourier transform (FFT) algorithm, some numerical examples are performed to analyze the sensitivity of MVH strategy concerning strike price and current time.
Effects of Probiotics Supplementation on CRP, IL-6, and Length of ICU Stay in Traumatic Brain Injuries and Multiple Trauma Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Authors: Noshadi Nooshin , Heidari Marzieh , Naemi Kermanshahi Mohammad , Zarezadeh Meysam , Sanaie Sarvin , Ebrahimi-Mameghani Mehrangiz
Published: December 2022

Background and Purpose. Since probiotics are considered to use beneficial health impacts by increasing the host’s immunological response, we reviewed the advantages of probiotic therapy in patients with traumatic brain injury and multiple traumas. Method. This meta-analysis aims to evaluate the effectiveness of probiotics in reducing inflammatory biomarkers and the length of intensive care unit (ICU) stays. PubMed-Medline, SCOPUS, Embase, and Google Scholar databases up to July 2021 were searched. The meta-analysis was carried out using random-effect analysis. To determine the sources of heterogeneity, subgroup analyses were performed. In case of the presence of publication bias, trim and fill analysis was carried out. The Cochrane Collaboration tool was used for checking the quality assessment. We hypothesized that probiotics would improve inflammatory markers (CRP and IL-6) and the length of ICU stay in traumatic brain injury and multiple trauma patients. Results. The present meta-analysis, which includes a total of seven studies, showed that there were no significant effects of probiotics supplementation on interleukin (IL)-6 (Hedges’sg = −2.46 pg/ml; 95% CI: −12.16, 7.25;P=0.39), C-reactive protein (CRP) (Hedges’sg = −1.10 mg/L; 95% CI: −2.27, 0.06;P=0.06), and the length of staying in ICU. The overall number of RCTs included in the analysis and the total sample size were insufficient to make firm conclusions. Conclusion. As a result, more carefully designed RCTs are needed to investigate the effect of probiotics on inflammatory biomarkers and the length of ICU stay in traumatic brain injuries and multiple trauma patients in greater detail.
Research Thermal Fields in the Crystallization Process of Steel Cast Parts
Authors: Liutyi Rostyslav , Petryk Ivan , Mogylatenko Volodymyr , Popovych Vasyl , Shatska Halyna
Published: December 2022

In foundry production, the duration of metal crystallization of the cast part, as well as the distribution of the thermal field, are described by systems of analytical equations. There are a number of methods for modeling these processes, but their theoretical basis was formed at the end of the twentieth century, and it needs to be updated and clarified. Therefore, the aim of our work is to develop a new analytical method for researching the distribution of thermal fields in cast parts during crystallization. For the first time, on the basis of own analytical and thermophysical developments, it developed the analytical method for researching the thermal field of the casting during crystallization and cooling, which is based on establishing the kinetics of cooling of the casting surface in the foundry mold, the advancement of the crystallization front from the surface to the center of the casting, and the distribution of temperatures in the solid and liquid parts of the casting. The method is expressed in a number of analytical formulas, each of which describes the specific thermal process that occurs in the casting. The developed analytical method was used to research the crystallization of the casting in a one-time sand mold, using the example of researching the thermal field of the cast part made of carbon steel with 0.25% C, hollow cylindrical shape, with the wall thickness of 100 mm. The developed analytical method for researching the thermal fields of cast parts is the analytical basis for the refinement of applied computer programs for modeling crystallization and cooling processes in foundry production.
Linking Physical Activity to Breast Cancer Risk via Insulin/Insulin-Like Growth Factor Signaling System, Part 1: The Effect of Physical Activity on the Insulin/Insulin-Like Growth Factor Signaling System
Authors: Swain Christopher T.V. , Drummond Ann E. , Milne Roger L. , English Dallas R. , Brown Kristy A. , Chong Jamie E. , Skinner Tina L. , van Roekel Eline H. , Moore Melissa M. , Gaunt Tom R. , Martin Richard M. , Lewis Sarah J. , Lynch Brigid M.
Published: December 2022

Physical activity may reduce the risk of developing breast cancer via its effect on the insulin/insulin-like growth factor (IGF) signaling system. A systematic review searched for randomized controlled trials (RCT), Mendelian randomization and prospective cohort studies that examined the effects of physical activity on insulin/IGF signaling [IGFs, their binding proteins (IGFBP), and markers of insulin resistance] in adult women. Meta-analyses were performed to generate effect estimates. Risk of bias was assessed, and the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation system used to determine the overall quality of the evidence. Fifty-eight RCTs met our inclusion criteria, no observational or Mendelian randomization studies met the criteria for inclusion. Meta-analyses indicated that physical activity interventions (vs. control) reduced fasting insulin, the Homeostatic Model Assessment for Insulin Resistance and fasting glucose. Physical activity increased IGF-1, but there was no clear effect on IGFBP-3 or the ratio of IGF-1:IGFBP-3. Strong evidence was only established for fasting insulin and insulin resistance. Further research is needed to examine the effect of physical activity on C-peptide and HBA1c in women. Reductions in fasting insulin and insulin resistance following exercise suggest some biological plausibility of the first part of the physical activity–insulin/IGF signaling–breast cancer pathway.

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Effects of Benralizumab on Three-Dimensional Computed Tomography Analysis in Severe Eosinophilic Asthma
Authors: Tsubokawa Fumito , Koya Toshiyuki , Murai Yui , Tanaka Kentaro , Tsutsui Yuchi , Naramoto Shun , Sakai Natsumi , Aoki Ami , Shima Kenjiro , Kimura Yosuke , Watanabe Satoshi , Hasegawa Takashi , Kikuchi Toshiaki
Published: December 2022

Introduction: Benralizumab, an anti-interleukin-5 receptor chain monoclonal antibody, is used to treat severe asthma and control asthma symptoms or exacerbations. The aim of this study was to examine the changes in airway morphology using computed tomography (CT) images in accordance with clinical efficacy following the administration of benralizumab. Methods: The clinical efficacy of benralizumab was evaluated in 11 patients with severe asthma by analyzing the changes in parameters, such as the asthma control test, asthma quality of life questionnaire, pulmonary function, and exacerbation count. We also investigated the airway wall thickness of the right bronchus (B1) and the total airway count (TAC) using CT images. Results: Most patients treated with benralizumab showed improvements in asthma symptoms and exacerbations. CT imaging analyses showed a decrease in the right B1 airway wall thickness and an increase in the TAC. Correlations between blood eosinophil count and changes in CT imaging were observed. Discussion/Conclusion: The data suggested that benralizumab has the potential to improve airway wall thickening and ventilation by alleviating the obstruction and clearing an obstructed airway.
Trichoscopic Diagnosis of Structural Hair Defects in a Clinical Setting: A Cross-Sectional Analytical Study
Authors: Abdel Hay Rania , Sayed Khadiga S. , Mostafa Wedad Z. , Afifi Haidy Atef , Gad Leila Z. , El-Samanoudy Solwan Ibrahim
Published: December 2022

Background: Trichoscopy is a simple, noninvasive procedure practiced in the diagnosis of a multitude of scalp and hair disorders. Hair shaft abnormalities usually represent a diagnostic challenge to dermatologists. Objectives: The aim of the study was to determine the practicality, versatility, and value of using the handheld dermoscope in the assessment of hair shaft abnormalities and the diagnosis of different hair/scalp disorders. Methods: Eight hundred and seven patients of both sexes, aged from 1 to 76 years, with complaints pertaining to scalp and hair, were the subjects of the study. All patients were examined by the handheld dermoscope, and 400 were additionally examined by the folliscope, digital dermoscope, or their hairs mounted for light microscopy. Results: Based on trichoscopic findings, more than half the patients demonstrated thinned terminal hairs and a predominance of single-haired scalp pilosebaceous units (57% and 55.5%, respectively). Over a quarter of the patients showed hair diameter heterogeneity, upright regrowing hairs, and increased vellus hairs (37%, 31%, and 25%, respectively). Other trichoscopic findings included scalp scaling (19%), hair weathering (12%), thinned wavy hairs (10.5%), brush-like hair fractures (9%), exclamation mark hairs (9%), and longitudinal cleavage (trichoptilosis) (8%). The clinical diagnostic spectrum was topped by the following diagnoses in order of frequency: female pattern hair loss, telogen effluvium, traction alopecia, and trichotillomania. Trichodynia appeared to be significantly associated with numerous hair shaft abnormalities. Conclusion: Most hair shaft abnormalities can be reliably diagnosed with high accuracy using a handheld dermoscope in an office setting. Skillful knowledge of dermoscopy is an important aid in the diagnosis of hair and scalp disorders.
At Crossroads in a Virtual City: Effect of Spatial Disorientation on Gait Variability and Psychophysiological Response among Healthy Older Adults
Authors: Amaefule Chimezie O. , Lüdtke Stefan , Klostermann Anne , Hinz Charlotte A. , Kampa Isabell , Kirste Thomas , Teipel Stefan
Published: December 2022

Introduction: Aging has been associated with a decline in cognitive and motor performance, often expressed in multitasking situations, which could include wayfinding. A major challenge to successful wayfinding is spatial disorientation, occurring mostly at crossings. Although gait changes have been observed in various dual-task conditions, little is known about the effect of disorientation on gait and psychophysiological response among older adults during wayfinding. The study aimed at identifying the effect of spatial disorientation on gait variability and psychophysiological response among healthy older adults during wayfinding in a controlled environment. Method: We analyzed data of 28 participants (age 70.8 ± 4.6, 18 female), 14 experimental and 14 controls. Participants performed a wayfinding task consisting of 14 major decision points (7 intersections) within a virtual environment (VE) projected on a 180° screen while walking on a self-paced treadmill equipped with a marker-based optical motion-capture system. The VE was held constant for the controls and manipulated for the experimental participants. Disorientation was identified based on a customized annotation scheme. Variability in gait, including the coefficient of variation (CV), was measured as the primary endpoint. Psychophysiological response measures, including heart rate variability (RMSSD) and skin conductance response (SCR), were continuously monitored as secondary endpoints and estimates of cognitive effort. Linear Mixed Effects models were applied to hypothesis-driven outcome measures extracted from decision points. Results: Walking speed and step length decreased when disoriented (p < 0.05), while stride time, stance time, walking speed CV, stance time CV, SCR amplitude, and SCR count increased when disoriented (p < 0.05). A higher RMSSD was associated with being disoriented at crossings (p < 0.05). SCR count was greater in the older experimental group (p < 0.001), including when disoriented (p < 0.001). Discussion/Conclusion: The results provide evidence for the impact of spatial disorientation on changes in gait pattern and psychophysiological response among older adults during wayfinding. Location also had implications for the effect of disorientation on gait and cognitive effort. This gives further insight into the substrates of real-world navigation challenges among older adults, with an emphasis on viable features for designing situation-adaptive interventional devices aiding independent mobility.
miR-506-3p Relieves Neuropathic Pain following Brachial Plexus Avulsion via Mitigating Microglial Activation through Targeting the CCL2-CCR2 Axis
Authors: Jin Xing , Zheng Wei , Chi Songyuan , Cui Taihao , He Wei
Published: December 2022

Neuroinflammation results in neuropathic pain (NP) following brachial plexus avulsion (BPA). This research was designed for investigating the function of miR-506-3p in BPA-induced NP. A total brachial plexus root avulsion model was produced in adult rats as well as IL-1β-treated motoneuron-like NSC-34 cells and the LPS-treated microglia cell line BV2 for in vivo and in vitro experiments, respectively. RT-PCR and Western blot were performed to detect the profiles of miR-506-3p, CCL2 and CCR2, NF-κB, FOXO3a, TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6 in cells or the spinal cord close to the tBPI lesion. Neuronal apoptosis was evaluated by immunohistochemistry in vivo. CCK8, TUNEL staining, and the lactic dehydrogenase kit were adopted for the evaluation of neuronal viability or damage in vitro. RNA immunoprecipitation and dual luciferase reporter gene assays analyzed the targeted association between miR-506-3p and CCL2. As shown by the data, miR-506-3p was vigorously less expressed, while CCL2-CCR2, NF-κB TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6 were upregulated in the spinal cord with tBPI. Overexpression of miR-506-3p attenuated neuronal apoptosis and microglial inflammation. Mechanistically, CCL2 was a downstream target of miR-506-3p. Upregulating miR-506-3p dampened CCL2-CCR2 and NF-κB activation in the spinal cord and microglia. miR-506-3p had neuroprotective and inflammation-fighting functions in the tBPI rat model via CCL2/CCR2/NF-κB axis.
The Optimization of Guideline-Directed Medical Therapy during Hospitalization among Patients with Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction in Daily Clinical Practice
Authors: Bánfi-Bacsárdi Fanni , Muk Balázs , Pilecky Dávid , Duray Gábor Zoltán , Kiss Róbert Gábor , Nyolczas Noémi
Published: December 2022

Introduction: Hospitalization due to heart failure (HF) progression is associated with poor prognosis. This highlights the role of the implementation of guideline-directed medical therapy (GDMT) in improving the morbidity and mortality of patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). There are limited data about the intrahospital applicability of GDMT in real-world circumstances. We aimed to assess retrospectively the use of cornerstone GDMT including RASi (ACEI/ARB/ARNI), βB, MRA, and SGLT2i treatment in a consecutive real-world HFrEF patient population admitted with signs and symptoms of HF to the HF Unit of a Hungarian tertiary cardiac center between 2019 and 2021. The independent predictors of therapy optimization and the applicability of new HFrEF medication (ARNI, SGLT2i, vericiguat) were also investigated. Methods: Statistical comparison of admission and discharge medication was accomplished with Fisher’s exact test. The independent predictors of the introduction of triple therapy (RASi + βB + MRA) were analyzed using univariate and multivariate logistic regression. The proportion of patients eligible for vericiguat based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria of the VICTORIA trial was also investigated, as well as the number of patients suitable for ARNI and SGLT2i, taking into account the contraindications of application contained in the ESC 2021 HF Guidelines. Results: 238 patients were included. During hospitalization, the use of RASi (69% vs. 89%) (ACEI/ARBs [58% vs. 70%], ARNI [10% vs. 19%]), βBs (69% vs. 85%), and MRAs (61% vs. 95%) increased significantly (p < 0.05) compared to at admission, and the use of SGLT2i (3% vs. 11%) also rose (p = 0.0005). The application ratio of triple (RASi + βB + MRA; 43% vs. 77%) and quadruple (RASi + βB + MRA + SGLT2i; 2% vs. 11%) therapy increased as well (p < 0.0001). The independent predictors of discharge application of triple therapy revealed through multivariate logistic regression analysis were age, duration of hospitalization, eGFR, NTproBNP, and presence of diabetes mellitus. Sixty-eight percent of the cohort would have been suitable for vericiguat, 83% for ARNI, and 84% for SGLT2i. Conclusion: High rates of application of disease-modifying drugs are achievable among hospitalized HFrEF patients in severe clinical condition; thus, awareness of the need for their initiation must be raised.
Analysis of Ability to Understand Text Reading on Students of English Education Study Program
Authors: Kemala S. Sarma Dewi , Marpaung Devi Anisa
Published: December 2022

This research was conducted with the title Analysis of the second semester students' ability of the English Education Study Program in understanding reading texts. The purpose of this research is to examine the students' ability to understand the text. This study uses a qualitative method. The population used is the second semester students of HKBP Nommensen Pematangsiantar University for the 2020/2021 academic year. The sample taken is 32 people. The research data were collected from the given text. During the test, 30 questions were given. The type of test given is an objective test. After collecting the data, the writer then analyzed the students' scores. From these students, it was found that almost all students could not understand the text. There are 19 students (59.37%) who score below 65 and that makes them still need more attention than to help them improve their ability to understand the text.
Determinants of Organizational Performance of Select Thrift Banks
Authors: Ramirez Jess Mar D. , Montecillo Marichu B.
Published: December 2022

The impact of organizational performance plays a vital role in propelling both economy and stability. Over the years banks have been aggressive in expansion and merging to maximize their market presence in the country. And they have become interested in determining what factors affect organizational performance and what appropriate strategies to make in order to achieve productivity and profitability. This study investigated the influence of perceived organizational culture, job satisfaction, service quality, and organizational performance among clients and employees in thrift bank basis as for strategy enhancement. It was conducted among the four thrift banking institutions in the Province of Bukidnon, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. Quantitative descriptive research method was employed, four (4) survey questionnaires were the main data gathering tools complemented with key informant’ interview to substantiate the result. Descriptive statistics, Pearson (r) and multiple linear regressions were used to organize the data. The result of the study showed that there is significant relationship between the organizational culture, service quality and organizational performance. However, job satisfaction appears to have no significant influence on the organizational performance. The study concluded that the higher level of service quality and strong organizational culture have significant influence to organizational performance.
Readiness of Faculty and Staff for Alternative Work Arrangements: Implications for a Hybrid Workforce Model
Authors: Mendoza Kristin Joy A. , Asio John Mark R. , Abarintos Erlinda C. , Paguio Darwin P.
Published: December 2022

The Pandemic thrust the workforce in the private and public sectors into alternative work arrangements. For higher education institutions in the Philippines, it was a sudden shift to a flexible learning modality to ensure continuity of learning. This cross-sectional descriptive study assessed the readiness of 219 faculty and 69 staff in a local college for alternative work arrangements in terms of access to transportation, their health condition, information technology resources, connectivity, and their preferences in terms of alternative work arrangements. Results show that most respondents use public transportation to work and a minor percentage have medical conditions that make them susceptible to the COVID-19 virus. The top information technology (I.T) resources available to the respondents at home are smartphones/iPhones, laptops, and printers. Most have intermittent internet connectivity, with DSL/Fiber Connectivity and mobile data the most common types. Finally, the majority believe they can work from home, given the nature of their duties. However, more respondents prefer a hybrid work arrangement to a full-time work-from-home placement. The researchers presented some essential implications for a hybrid workforce model at the end of the paper.
Tracer Study of Bachelor of Elementary Education Graduates of the Davao Oriental State University – Cateel Extension Campus, Philippines
Authors: Apostol Julie Mae A. , Susada Bryan L.
Published: December 2022

Using a quantitative approach employing a descriptive survey research design, 150 Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEED) alumni of the Davao Oriental State University – Cateel Extension Campus (DORSU-CEC) from the classes of 2013-2021 were surveyed for to conduct this tracer study. Results revealed that most of graduates were females, single, employed regular or permanent basic education teachers within Davao Oriental under public or government organizations. Parents or relatives were very influential in their choice of program in college. Their main employer was the Department of Education (DepEd), and they occupied professional, technical or supervisory job level positions in their first and present employment. Further, graduates acquired their first job within 1 to 6 months after graduating in college, and earned a monthly income of almost ₱27,500 in their first and present employment. Moreover, graduates perceived that the curriculum offered to them in college was relevant in their first and present employment. They believed that communication skills and discipline that they learned in college are the most useful competency and core values on their employment. Additionally, the courses in the campus can be strengthened further if the library and laboratory are provided with more resources, equipment, and facilities that can aid the students in their studies, and if the campus offers more number of optional subjects.
Introduction Theory and Practice Court Procedural Law Constitution
Authors: Saragih Sepriandison , Gultom Sarles , Moonti Roy Marthen
Published: December 2022

Laws that develop in society sued the Court for follow development law these, including procedural law. Development procedural law of the Constitutional Court in practice need ijtihad from the Constitutional Court in skeleton find law new to use enforce supremacy constitution, democracy, justice and rights constitutional inhabitant country. Writing this use method approach juridical normative: that is the approach used for study or analyze secondary data in the form of materials primary law and materials law secondary Terms general procedural law arrange about provisions that are general, i.e provision about trial, conditions application, and regarding verdict. Provision in Thing trial in the Constitutional Court, for example, the Court examines, hears, and cut off in hearing plenary attended by all judges consisting of over 9 (nine) people, only in " outside " state normal”, then hearing plenary the attended at least 7 (seven) Constitutional Justices. State outside normal that meant is die world or disturbed physical / soul so that no capable doing the obligation as Judge. Conclusion from article this is The Constitutional Court's procedural law is intended as applicable procedural law by general in things that become the authority of the Constitutional Court as well as applicable procedural law by special for every authority meant. The existence of the Court with the authority possessed bring up needs existence law new, that is procedural law, and develop it in skeleton enforce law in Indonesia.
Growth Performance and Immune Response of Free-range Chicken Supplemented with Different Levels of Spirulina (arthrospira platensis) in their Diet
Authors: Estudillo Sinamar E.
Published: December 2022

The study was conducted to determine the effects on the growth performance and immune response of free-range chicken supplemented with different levels of spirulina in their diet.  Sixty free range chicken, fifteen day-olds, were used in the study which were randomly distributed in four treatments, three replicates in each treatment with five experimental birds in each replicate. Treatment 1- Control (pure commercial feeds); Treatment 2- 4% spirulina supplemented in commercial feeds; Treatment 3 -5% spirulina supplemented in commercial feeds and Treatment 4 – 6% spirulina supplemented in commercial feeds. Initial and final weight reveal that they are replicate significantly different among the four treatments whereas Average Daily Gain and Feed Conversion Ratio showed no significant differences among treatments, however, Treatment 4 exhibited efficiency in feed conversion and has the highest gain in weight among treatments. In hemagglutination Inhibition test, all treatments responded positive in immune response.
The Effectiveness of the Glasser Learning Model Based on Local Wisdom on Speaking Skills State 1 Galang SMA Students
Authors: Tambunan Marlina Agkris , Hutabarat Novra Melisa P
Published: December 2022

The purpose of this study is to describe the effectiveness of the model glasser learning based on local wisdom on the speaking skills of SMA Negeri 1 Galang students. This type of research is a quasi experimental type with the design of The One-Group Pretest-Posttest. Pretest observations were carried out on a group of respondents who were then given treatment. Researchers will compare the effectiveness of the learning model on the results before and after being given treatment. The sampling used in this study is a group sample (Cluster Sampling) because this sampling does not interfere with the teaching and learning process in the classroom. Therefore, the sample of this study involved 36 students in class XA4. The results in this study were at the pretest or before the implementation of the learning model, it reached an average of 54.61 in the less category. Skill assessment results students' speaking at the posttest or after the implementation of the learning model there was an increase reaching 74.44 in the good category, therefore based on the results of the prettest and posttest there were differences in the results of the speaking skills of class X students of SMA Negeri 1 Galang before and after using the glasser learning model based on local wisdom. Based on the data analysis of students' speaking skills at the pretest and posttest, it was obtained t count = 12.01 at a significant level of 0.05 (95% confidence level) at df = 35 obtained t table = 2.031. Then t count = 12.01 > t table = 2.0315, so it can be concluded that H 0 is rejected and Ha is accepted, glasser model based wisdom effective in improving skills speak SMA Negeri 1 Galang students.
Level of Satisfaction of Customers on the Use of E-Commerce of Food Establishments
Authors: Barrera Janet D. , Samos Beverly B. , Barrios Mary Rose
Published: December 2022

This study aimed to investigate the level of satisfaction on the use of e-commerce to customers of food establishments in Dipolog City amidst the CoVid19 pandemic this academic year 2021-2022.  Specific questions were answered, namely:  the profile of the respondents in terms of age, sex, educational attainment, civil status, occupation, and type of gadget used; the level of satisfaction of the respondents on the use of e-commerce in terms of e-marketing, platforms, and customers’ feedback; test for the significant difference in the level of satisfaction of the respondents on the use of e-commerce when analyzed according to their profile; the problems met or challenges encountered in the use of e-commerce; and test for the significant relationship between the respondents’ level of satisfaction and the problems met or encountered on the use of e-commerce. 

This study used the descriptive quantitative correlational method of research utilizing questionnaire as its principal tool of gathering data.  The study was conducted among 193 residents of different barangays in Dipolog City during the calendar year 2022.  The researcher-made questionnaire was used.  Items of the questionnaires were gathered from the readings of the literature on e-commerce.    The questionnaire was subjected for content and construct validity using Cronbach’s Alpha test to measure the internal consistency of the questionnaire.  The statistical analysis of the data included the use of frequency counting and percentage, weighted average mean and standard deviation.  Tests of inference were done using the t-test, Kruskal-Wallis test and the Spearman rho correlation coefficient.  Statistical analyses were run using the SPSS and online data analysis calculators.

The majority of the respondents belonged to age brackets 33-47 years old with 102 or 52.85 percent from the 193 respondents, mostly females, college graduate, married, working in the government, and used cellular phones. Most of the respondents were highly satisfied on the use of applications and platforms as these lead to prompt and on-time food delivery. There is no significant difference in the level of satisfaction when grouped according to age, sex, educational attainment, civil status, occupation, and type of gadget used. The use of e-commerce may not be the crucial factor affecting their problems and challenges.

Concerned agencies may look into their policies of providing regulations. Future researches may be conducted to look into other factors that may have impact on the satisfaction level of the consumers in the food industry.
Indonesian Local Community Livestock Deposit as A Step for Joint Benefits
Authors: Habibie Samas Adimisa Mishbah
Published: December 2022

This study aims to determine the extent to which the level of benefit of local farmers and the community involved in investment (deposits) in the livestock sector. At the same time providing knowledge for the wider community to encourage them to participate in their money (Desposito) in cooperation for local livestock production. So that later it becomes the value of the common good and boosts the quality of local livestock products. The method used is qualitative phenomenology and literature review. The object of research is local cattle farmers who use a profit-sharing system and the cattle investors. Therefore, this research was conducted in the cattle village of Lalangon Village, Madura Island, Indonesia. The results of this study show that the profit sharing for local livestock, especially cattle, is very good for the livestock investors. For local farmers, it is helped by the existence of capital to buy cows to be reared. This collaboration will certainly help local farmers to earn income and also benefits for the community from the livestock investment. The general profit-sharing scheme is very positive in the nation's economic growth, including being able to create income fields for villagers who are still traditionally traditional and help meet the needs of national agricultural products such as meat needs.
#Budolfinds: The Role of TikTok’s Shopee Finds’ Videos in the Impulsive Buying Behavior of Generation Z Consumers
Authors: Barcelona Alvin B. , Angeles Rhea Jane G. , Clemente Carmhiella A. , Dela Cruz Sam Rhoy B. , Malimban Renoa Lorraine O. , Santos Jean Erika G. , Tan Jian Carlo D.
Published: December 2022

The continuous growth of social media platforms in the market has influenced the consumption of different products and services. The proliferation of short user-generated videos, such as TikTok’s Shopee Finds was hypothesized to influence impulsivity among young consumers. This study employed a descriptive survey administered online to 200 Generation Z respondents. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze the data. The findings revealed that TikTok’s Shopee Finds moderately influenced the Pure Impulse and Suggested Impulse Buying behaviors of the respondents. Moreover, it highly influenced the Reminder Impulse and Planned Impulse Buying behaviors of the respondents. There is no sex difference in the impact of the marketing videos on the impulsive behavior of the respondents. The preliminary findings entail further opportunities for businesses and enterprises to optimize their marketing efforts using social media platforms and increase the awareness of Generation Z consumers about their impulsive buying tendencies.
Supplementary Learning Resource Package in Science 10 Physics
Authors: Decoriña Dante M.
Published: December 2022

Physics is a difficult subject for the vast majority of Filipino students to learn. It is also a challenge for educators worldwide to create learning media that makes it easier to explain the material especially in learning fields that require a reasonably high level of understanding, such as Physics. The use of high-quality instructional materials facilitates and improves the teaching and learning process. This study aimed to develop and evaluate a supplementary learning resource package in Physics for Grade 10 Science. Descriptive method of research was used in this research.  The respondents of the study were the thirty science teachers and fifteen science experts who evaluated the materials based on the set standards. The study showed that the supplementary learning resource package is acceptable for use by teachers and students for independent learning particularly in the new normal education. It is recommended that the supplementary learning resource package be further validated in order to provide more effective instructional materials to both learners and teachers, and that other science teachers be encouraged by their school heads to develop similar learning packages.
The The Uncounted Dimension of Women in the Crab Meat Industry: Their Roles to Household Food Security
Authors: Lamela Renee A.
Published: December 2022

The crab meat-picking industry has been recognized over the years worldwide. In this economy, women are well known as crab-pickers. They played crucial roles and faced a lot of challenges, yet their efforts to improve household food security are invisible and unrecognized. Hence, the study focused on the roles of women in the crab meat industry and their contributions to household food security and income in the Province of Masbate, Philippines. Through descriptive surveys and interviews, it was revealed that the majority of crab pickers are women with basic levels of educational attainment. Sixty-one to seventy percent (61%-70%) of the respondents rely solely on their household income for crab picking. Utilizing in-depth interviews, it was found out that respondents experienced crab-picking health-related problems, discrimination in recruitment, and staggering low wages. Therefore, even with the working conditions experienced by women, they greatly contribute to household income and food security in the area. It was deemed necessary to give emphasis to addressing challenges met by women through regular sanitary inspections by the authorities, revisiting recruitment policies in the industry, and imposing a minimum wage law to ensure that women contribute to and sustain household income.
Analysis Level Satisfaction Student in Learning Physics
Authors: Nadrah Nadrah
Published: December 2022

The population in this study were students of class X- IPA - 2 SMA Negeri 2 Makassar with a size of population of 68 students. Because all population units can be reached and it is possible not If data is damaged, this study uses census research. As for the variables that studied in this study, namely: (1) satisifier in studying physics which includes achievement individual achievement of students in physics lessons, recognition or self-actualization in PBM physics, learning physics itself, self-responsibility to study physics, and development individual potential of students in studying physics, and (2) dissatisfiers in studying physics which includes family socio-economic conditions, PBM physics conditions, policies and administration school (teachers), student relations, and the quality of teacher supervision. Data collection tools that used in this research is a questionnaire. The data collected were analyzed by the technique of descriptive. The results showed that student satisfaction in studying physics can achieved by satisfiers factors. Student dissatisfaction in studying physics will occur by condition dissatisfier. Based on results study on could it is concluded that if condition satisfiers could achieved, so will give motivation for learn physics, so that possible capable create satisfaction student in learn physics, which Finally, good achievement will be obtained in studying physics. If the condition dissatisfiers could achieved, so no will give motivation for learn physics, so that it is possible to create student dissatisfaction in studying physics that finally won't obtained achievement achievement good in learn physics.
Políticas da indigestão (Antropofagia revisitada)
Authors: Pera Luiz Renato Montone
Published: December 2022

A antropofagia, no contexto brasileiro dos anos 1920, foi elaborada a partir da ideia de uma devoração de referências externas como estratégia defensiva contra a dominação cultural. Consistiu na assimilação crítica de elementos heterogêneos, pois implicava escolha, edição e transformação. Indigestão, por sua vez, sugere que a antropofagia é um conceito potencialmente mistificador e, portanto, problemático. A partir de alguns estudos de caso, esta reflexão visa retraçar brevemente algumas das tensões históricas e atuais da antropofagia, tomando qualquer consenso como falso, pois oculta os conflitos em sua aparência de sociabilidade homogênea e dócil, como as forças da miscigenação (no debate sociopolítico dos anos 1920) e da globalização (na atualidade) buscam produzir.