bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Evaluation of the Thyroid Hormone Status among Normal New Born Preterm Infants
Authors: Das Juwel , Haq Sayeed , Sarker Palash , Pal Bijoy
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Thyroid dysfunction poses a greater risk in preterm newborns (PN) compared to term newborns (TN), often eluding detection in neonatal screening due to delayed thyrotropin (TSH) elevation in these cases. Objective: To assess thyroid function during the second week of life in PN born before 32 weeks gestation and identify factors associated with its alteration. Methods: A retrospective study examined thyroid function in < 32 weeks gestation neonates, analyzing thyroxine (T4L) and TSH levels in relation to perinatal and neonatal outcomes. The study included 358 patients with a mean gestational age of 29.3 weeks and a mean birth weight of 1127 grams. Results: Linear correlations were observed between T4L and birth weight (BW) (R=0.356; p<0.001) and gestational age (GA) (R=0.442; p<0.001). TSH values were associated with small for gestational age (SGA) (5.3 mU/L [1.5-37] for SGA vs. 2.89 mU/L [0.2-19.5] for non-SGA; p<0.001), inotropic support (3.98 mU/L [0.6-22.9] for Yes vs. 3.16 mU/L [0.2-37] for No; p=0.019), and BW (R=-0.249; p<0.001). Levothyroxine treatment was administered to 2.5% of patients, with six being SGA. Conclusions: Analyzing thyroid function in the second week aids in identifying asymptomatic newborns at risk of thyroid dysfunction, particularly in the case of SGA newborns who exhibit a higher susceptibility to thyroid function alterations.
Duplication of Hypospad of the Urethra Associated with Bulbar Stricture in a Young Man aged 29 Years: Case Report from the Urology Unit of the Bamako Commune I Reference Health Center
Authors: A Berthe, , B Ballo, , A Drago, A. , O Kone, , I Sissoko, , D Ouattara, A. , A Maiga, , K Haidara, , I Diarra, , T Coulibaly, M.
Published: March 2024

Urethral duplicity is a rare congenital malformation most commonly found in boys. Many anatomical forms have been described. The form associated with urethral stricture is a fairly rare combination. We report a case of hypospad urethral duplicity associated with bulbar urethral stricture. The patient was a 29-year-old male who presented with a double stream of urine associated with dysuria. On completion of the clinical and paraclinical examinations, we made the diagnosis of Effmann and Lebowitz type IB hypospade urethral duplicity associated with narrowing of the bulbar urethra. We proceeded to section the mucosal partition separating the 2 urethras from the meatus up to the bifurcation zone, followed by endoscopic internal uretrotomy of the stricture. Follow-up was straightforward and the result was deemed satisfactory after two years.
REVISÃO DAS PRINCIPAIS COMPLICAÇÕES DA DENGUE
Authors: Leite André Matheus Carvalho Silva , Fardin Eduardo , Braga Vanessa , Araújo Pedro Henrique Rodrigues , Araújo Martinilsa Rodrigues , Porto Livya Luize Vieira Nunes , Sales Mayara Maria , Jesus Allan Maia de , Galvão Bárbara Andrade , Oliveira Maria Eduarda Santos de , Jesus Yasmim Priscilla Gomes de , Santos Edilton Paiva Gomes dos
Published: March 2024

A dengue é uma doença febril aguda, que possui dinamicidade e acomete diversos segmentos do organismo humano, sendo caracterizada como sistêmica, podendo cursar de forma benigna ou grave e levar à morte, sendo que somente até o mês de fevereiro de 2024 foi responsável por 94 mortes no Brasil. Diante disso, foi realizada uma busca na base de dados PubMed, em que se utilizou os seguintes Descritores em Ciências da Saúde: dengue; and; complications. A partir disso foram encontrados 25 artigos e após a análise foram utilizados 14 artigos para a confecção deste trabalho. Foi possível concluir que a dengue pode ocasionar diversas complicações de moderadas a grave que incluem enfalite e encefalopatia quanto ao sistema nervoso central, já no sistema cardiovascular pode causar miocardite e arritmias, além disso possui a capacidade de lesar o tecido ocular e promover derrame pleural em até um terço dos pacientes. Dessa forma, esta revisão buscou revisar as principais complicações que a dengue pode causar nos indivíduos acometidos, de modo que auxilie profissionais e pacientes a reconhecerem outras manifestações desta doença.
Perfil clínico-epidemiológico da sífilis congênita no Brasil
Authors: Augusto Lopes Moraes Lucas , Henrique Correa Fabio , Do Couto Tonholo Lucas , Campos Araujo Gabriel Fernanda
Published: March 2024

Este artigo tem por objetivo traçar o perfil clínico-epidemiológico da Sífilis Congênita no Brasil. Estudo descritivo epidemiológico conforme registro no Sistema de Informação de Agravos de Notificação (SINAN) no Brasil. A coleta de dados foi realizada de fevereiro a março de 2024. A Taxa de incidência da Sífilis Congênita (SC) foi calculada conforme coleta de dados epidemiológicos dos anos de 2019 até 2023. Foi utilizado o banco de dados do Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística (IBGE) para obtenção de números de nascidos vivos no período investigado. Pode-se inferir a existência de falha no tratamento adequado para a sífilis no ciclo gravídico.
A MULTIFACETED EXPLORATION OF MEMORY ASSESSMENT IN HEALTHCARE: UNVEILING THE SYNERGY OF HUMAN-COMPUTER INTERACTION AND COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY
Authors: Sreedhar Srinivasan
Published: March 2024

In contemporary society, where dynamic challenges abound, memory issues traverse generational boundaries, impacting individuals across diverse age groups, especially those undergoing medical treatments or grappling with cognitive disorders. This comprehensive research introduces a revolutionary approach to evaluating short-term memory capacity, seamlessly integrating methodologies from Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and Cognitive Psychology. Our study delves into the intricate dynamics of cognitive loading on memory recall, utilizing N-Back cognitive tasks, and introduces gamification elements. This multifaceted approach endeavors to redefine memory assessment, offering a more engaging, comprehensive, and personalized paradigm.
KEYWORDS: Short-Term Memory, Memory Recall, Cognitive Tasks, N-Back Tasks, Memory Function and Performance,
Cognitive Loading, Cognitive Assessment, Gamification in Memory Assessment, Conversational UI, Human-Computer Interaction
The Radicalisation Spectrum: How an Individual’s Susceptibility to Influence – Not Ideology – Incubates Radicalisation Towards Non-violent and Violent Extremism
Authors: Matejic Nicole
Published: March 2024

This paper proposes a new perspective on how radicalisation occurs. It argues that in group-based environments, radicalisation occurs on an ideologically-agnostic omni-directional spectrum of engagement vs disengagement where susceptibility to influence – not a commitment to a particular ideology at the outset – is a precursor to violent extremism. By using behavioural economics as a framework to organise information, particularly through the lens of an availability cascade, we can observe how influence underpins not only radicalisation, but the master narratives and grievances ideologies depend on. While the role of an ideology, or many ideologies, remain an important feature of radicalisation, this paper argues that the ability of an extremist availability entrepreneur to exert influence onto others across a ‘Radicalisation Spectrum’ is a constant a feature among those radicalising. This perspective accounts for an increasingly mixed ideological landscape among non-violent and violent extremists and concludes that a person’s susceptibility to influence is therefore a consistent marker for evaluating a person’s risk of radicalisation.
Al-Anashir al-Sab’ah li al-Kafa’ah al-Tarbawiyyah ladai Mu’allim al-Lughah al-Arabiyyah bi al-Madrasah al-Aliyah Al Azhar ‘inda Jaihah Covid 19: Kaifa Tahaqqaqat? / The Seven Elements of Pedagogical Competence among Arabic Language Teachers at MA Al-Azhar: How was it achieved?
Authors: Maturedy Faris , Masruroh Dewi
Published: March 2024

Abstract: This study aims to describe the pedagogical competence of Arabic teachers at MA Al Azhar. Researchers use a qualitative approach with a case study model. To obtain the data, the researchers conducted interviews with participants consisting of 3 Arabic teachers at the school. After the data was collected, researchers analyzed the data with the Miles & Huberman model which consisted of 3 stages. That is, data exposure, data reduction and ending with drawing conclusions. The results showed that there are 7 components in pedagogic competence that can be applied by MA Al Azhar Arabic teachers. Namely, (1) Understanding of learning theory (2) Understanding student characteristics (3) Learning design (4) Carrying out learning well (5) Able to use technology-based learning media (6) Ability to carry out evaluations (7) Directing students according to their interests. However, in the element of learning implementation, Arabic teachers need time to adjust to distance learning. Based on the results mentioned, the researchers recommend simulating learning adjustment in times of emergency for Arabic teachers. Therefore, research after this can focus on teacher adjustment in the midst of remote learning during the covid emergency in terms of personality competence and professional competence.المستخلص: هدفت هذه الدراسة إلى وصف الكفاءة التربوية لمعلمي اللغة العربية في المدرسة العالية الأزهر. استخدم الباحثون منهجا كيفيا مع نموذج دراسة حالة. للحصول على البيانات، أجروا المقابلة مع 3 مدرسي اللغة العربية. وتم تحليل البيانات بنموذج Miles and Huberman حيث يتكون من 3 مراحل من عرض للبيانات وتخفيضها والاستنتاج منها. وتوصل الباحثون إلى أن تتوفر 7 عناصر الكفاءة التربوية. وهي (1) فهم نظرية التعلم (2) فهم خصائص الطالب (3) تصميم عملية التعليم (4) تنفيذ عملية التعلم جيدا (5) القدرة على استخدام الوسائل القائمة على التكنولوجيا (6) القدرة على إجراء التقويم (7) توجيه الطلاب وفق ميولهم. في نهاية المطاف علم أن المدرسين يحتاجون إلى مدة يتكيفون فيها مع الظروف والأوضاع عند التعليم عن بعد. بناء على النتائج المذكورة، يوصي الباحثون بمحاكاة تعديل التعلم في الأحوال الطارئة لمعلمي اللغة العربية. لذلك، يتسنى للباحثين فيما بعد التركيز على تعايش مدرسي اللغة العربية أثناء التعليم عن بعد عند الوباء كوفيد 19 من حيث الكفاءة الشخصية والمهنية.
Securitatea și cercetarea arheologică din judeţul Brașov, Covasna și Harghita în ultimul deceniu al regimului comunist/ The Securitate and archaeological research in the Brașov, Covasna and Harghita Counties in the last decade of the communist regime
Authors: COSAC Marian
Published: March 2024

The 80’s of the last century were marked by the worsening of the economic crisis in which the communist regime in Romania was sliding. This reality also affected the activity of museums in establishing budgets and financing archaeological research. The economic constraint was added to the ideological one, of respecting the historical truth in the approach to the archaeological data and the organization of the exhibitions. The County Securitate Inspectorates, through Direcția I (Ist Directorate), had the task of verifying and supervising the activity of archaeologists. The present study brings into discussion the situation in Brașov, Harghita and Covasna Counties using archive documents in provenance from Consiliul Național pentru Studierea Arhivelor Securității (National Council for the Study of Securitate Archives).
Cronica activităţii Muzeului Naţional al Carpaţilor Răsăriteni pentru anul 2021/ The National Museum of Eastern Carpathians – Activity Report on 2021
Authors: OLTEAN Cosmina-Marcela , BAUBEC-FELEA Cristina-Ioana
Published: March 2024

During 2021, the National Museum of the Eastern Carpathians has been successfully pursuing the proposed objectives and the programmes assumed in the Minimum (Annual) Plan, supplemented by additional activities. The year 2021 meant the start of important and very extensive activities, such as the general inventory of cultural goods, the re-evaluation of some goods and the start of classification processes, activities that were carried out in parallel with field research (archaeological, ethnographic and historical), numerous activities for the public – creative workshops, touring exhibitions, virtual exhibitions and individual work, during which museum specialists dedicated time to write articles, studies, scientific papers and to prepare public communications or materials for open lectures.
Die Basler Lehrerbildung und das Problem der Einheit des Lehrerberufs
Authors: Hügli Anton
Published: March 2024

Innerhalb der verschiedenen Lehrerbildungsmodelle nimmt Basel-Stadt eine Sonderstellung ein. Bereits im Jahre 1892 wurde hierfür die Primarlehrer der seminaristische Weg verlassen und eine maturitätsgebundene Lehrerbildung eingeführt. 1926 wurde die Zweckbestimmung ausgedehnt und zwar auf die Lehramtskandidaten aller Stufen, einschliesslich des Kindergartens und der Gymnasien. Der Beitrag ordnet dieses Modell in eine umfassendere Lehrerbildungs-Topologie ein.
Schulforschung und - Entwicklung in der Schweiz: Folgerungen für die Lehrerbildung
Authors: Trier Uri Peter
Published: March 2024

Der Beitrag zeigt zunächst die Schwierigkeiten auf, aus der Schulforschung Postulate für die Lehrerbildung abzuleiten. Sodann werden einige Linien der Schulentwicklung aufgegriffen, die für die Lehrerbildung Folgen haben. Es sind dies: die auf Leitlinien aufbauenden Revisionen des Lehrplans, die auf individualisierenden Unterricht und selbstgesteuertes Lernen ausgerichtete "innere" Schulreform sowie strukturelle und schulorganisatorische Veränderungen. Schliesslich werden Erfahrungen von Lehrern mit ihrem Beruf auf die Lehrerbildung bezogen.
Die Ausbildung der Lehrer für die Sekundarschule
Authors: Badertscher Hans
Published: March 2024

Im Oktober des vergangenen Jahres ist der Bericht zur Ausbildung der Lehrer für die Sekundarstufe II erschienen. Er wurde von einer Arbeitsgruppe (AGS II) des Ausschusses Lehrerbildung in einem mehrjährigen Prozess und im Kontakt mit den Ausbildungsverantwortlichen und Lehrerorganisationen erarbeitet. Nach den Berichten "Lehrerbildung von morgen" (1975) und "Die Ausbildung der Lehrer für die SekundarstufeI "(1983) schliesst der neue Bericht die Reihe der Grundlagendokumente der EDK zur Grundausbildung der Lehrer vorläufig ab. In Kürze wird ein Bericht zur Ausbildung der Ausbildner (Fachdidaktiker) erscheinen, und das Projekt Lehrerfortbildung trägt Ende des Jahres erste Ergebnisse an die Öffentlichkeit. Die Vernehmlassung zum vorliegenden Bericht dauert bis zum 30. Juni 1990. Er kann beim Sekretariat der EDK, Sulgeneckstrasse 70, 3005 Bern bezogen werden. Der folgende Text soll einen Blick in den methodischen Aufbau und die inhaltlichen Grundzüge gewähren.
Weiterentwicklung der Luzerner Primarlehrerbildung
Authors: Muerner-Gilli Brigitte
Published: March 2024

Die Rohfassung des Leitbilds wurde vom Zentralschweizerischen Beratungsdienst für Schulfragen, einem Organ der Innerschweizer Erziehungsdirektorenkonferenz entwickelt. Die vorliegende überarbeitete Fassung des Leitbilds für die Weiterentwicklung der Primarlehrerbildung wurde vom Luzerner Erziehungsrat als verbindliche Grundlage für die künftige Reformarbeit am 9. November 1989 verabschiedet.
Modernisierung und Lehrerbildung. Überlegungen und Thesen zu den Aufgaben der Lehrerbildung in den neunziger Jahren
Authors: Forneck Hermann J.
Published: March 2024

Augenblicklich schickt sich die Erziehungswissenschaft an, ihre eigene Entwicklung, die der Lehrerbildung und die von ihr mitgestalteten Schulreformen zu bilanzieren. Die Bilanz ist dabei der Ausgangspunkt einer zu gestaltenden zukünftigen Entwicklung. Doch auf welchem Hintergrund lässt sich ein solches Unternehmen überhaupt legitimieren? Der folgende Beitrag zeigt am Beispiel der Lehrerbildung die Tragfähigkeit modernisierungstheoretischer Überlegungen für Bilanzierungen und Zukunftsentwürfe. Eine modernisierungstheoretische Sicht von Schule dient als Grundlage von Thesen zu den Aufgaben der Lehrerbildung in den neunziger Jahren.
Pre-Service Teachers' Experiences in Science Teaching Input to Curriculum Enhancement
Authors: De Pablo Jereline Diosana , Dordas Ainne Delfin
Published: March 2024

This qualitative research study was conducted to determine the pre-service teachers’ experiences in science teaching as bases for curriculum enhancement. The participants of this study were the 8 pre-service science teachers of Capiz State University-Roxas City Campus as well as Capiz State University-Pontevedra Campus during their pre-service teaching journey in S.Y. 2018-2019. The sample was determined purposively based on criteria set by the researchers. The study found out that the pre-service science teachers experienced troubles with regards to the complexity of science topics, have difficulties in preparing a lesson plan, and have misconceptions in employing teaching strategies and facilitating classroom activities. Moreover, they are challenged with the advent of the spiral curriculum. It was evident that the informants’ beliefs and attitudes in teaching science were observable in all folks of science teaching especially when it comes to their precept in teaching the subject. It showed that the informants’ suggestions regarding the ways in order to mold a competent science teacher which is centered on in-depth preparation and training of teacher education students specializing in science should be considered in curriculum enhancement. The suggestions gathered during the focus group discussion with the course facilitators teaching science disciplines as discussants were considered in developing an output which is a course syllabus in the new subject in college curriculum which is the “Teaching of Science”. This developed syllabus will serve as a road map in molding a future competent science teacher in the academy.
Constructing STEM 3R Activity through Service-Learning Program during Movement Restriction
Authors: Misiran Masnita , Ahmad Nazihah , Md Yusof Zahayu , Misiran Maslina
Published: March 2024

Service-learning is an experiential learning activity that enables mobility from classes in higher learning institutions to be transferred into the community. In this article, we construct a STEM 3R activity that is aligned with school children's curricula to be delivered in an engaging, active, and personalized way. The activity is constructed by using the ExDiDD (Explore, Discover, Develop, Deliver) framework, and is being assessed through dedicated rubrics. Findings suggest improved excitement and interest in STEM education, as well as increase understanding of the environmental issues throughout the activity.
Raters’ Assessment Quality in Measuring Teachers’ Competency in Classroom Assessment: Application of Many Facet Rasch Model
Authors: Mohamat Rosyafinaz , Sumintono Bambang , Abd Hamid Harris Shah
Published: March 2024

This study examines the raters’ assessment quality when measuring teachers’ competency in Classroom Assessment (CA) using the Many Facet Rasch Model (MFRM) analysis. The instrument used consists of 56 items built based on 3 main constructs: knowledge in CA, skills in CA, and attitude towards CA. The research design of this study is a quantitative method with a multi-rater approach using a questionnaire distributed to the raters. Respondents are 68 raters consisting of The Head of Mathematics and Science Department, The Head of Mathematics Panel, and the Mathematics Teacher to assess 27 ratees. The ratees involved in this study are 27 secondary school Mathematics teachers from Selangor. The results show that among the advantages of MFRM are that it can determine the severity and consistency level of the raters, also detect bias interaction between rater and ratee. Although all raters were given the same instrument, the same aspects of evaluation, and scale category, MFRM can compare the severity level for each rater individually. Furthermore, MFRM can detect measurement biases and make it easier for researchers to communicate about the research findings. MFRM has the advantage of providing complete information and contributes the understanding of the consistency analysis of the rater’s judgement with quantitative evidence support. This indicates that MFRM is an alternative model suitable to overcome the limitations in Classical Test Theory (CTT) statistical models in terms of multi-rater analysis.
Students' Perspective of Open Book versus Closed Book Examinations in Higher Education Institutions during COVID-19 Pandemic in Indonesia
Authors: Kholidi Muhammad Azhar , Singh Parmjit , Anita Anita
Published: March 2024

The COVID-19 Pandemic has proven to be one of the enormous disruptions in educational institutions globally, including Indonesia. Keeping aside the fiscal working of these institutions, no institution wanted to compromise on the quality of education given to the students, especially in online learning practices. Holding traditional examinations procedures under such circumstances was impossible; thus, it shifted assessment practices from the closed-book exam (CBE) into the open-book exam (OBE) in these Higher Learning Institutions. This study used a quantitative approach to investigate the impact of OBE on students online learning performance and satisfaction. Utilising a descriptive research design, a total of 152 undergraduates from two public universities in the West Nusa Tenggara Province were randomly selected using a stratified sampling technique. The findings showed that students perceived their academic performance has increased since the OBE implementation and had high satisfaction with OBE as an assessment tool. The inferential analysis showed a positive and significant relationship between perceived academic performance and satisfaction towards OBE. The t-test also indicated a significant difference between students' satisfaction obtained by male and female students. However, no significant difference was found in students" preference between OBE and CBE. The implication of the findings suggests that the landscape of assessment in HEI has changed drastically over the last two years. The implementation of OBE has an increased potential to measure students' higher-level thinking skills as it relates more closely to real-world work environments. Secondly, it is likely to throw up new challenges for both instructors and students in their teaching and learning practices.
Students’ Attitude Towards Teacher Feedback: A Case Study of Uzbekistan EFL Learners
Authors: Sotlikova Rimajon
Published: March 2024

The present study investigates the attitudes of students towards teacher feedback as a means of enhancing their learning progress in English Language Teaching (ELT) classrooms. In this case study, 28 students participated (N = 28; 20 female and 8 male; age = 21). The study methodology is quantitative and analyzed using a Likert scale. The author of the study conducted a questionnaire and interview to gather the data. The respondents have positive attitudes towards teacher feedback. The result of the survey shows the importance of providing 1) individual, 2) clear, 3) motivational, 4) written and oral (dialogue-driven), 5) corrective, and 6) constructive feedback for learners’ future progress in their learning process. Besides, the effectiveness of giving feedback for productive skill tasks and activities was also identified from the collected data. While feedback is intended to be constructive and supportive, students’ attitudes can often hinder its effectiveness and potentially hinder their learning outcomes. Conversation barriers, such as cultural obstacles or insufficient clarity in the feedback provided, have the potential to hinder students' comprehension and interpretation of feedback, leading to unfavorable attitudes towards the feedback process. Their attitudes toward teacher feedback can also have an impact on students' motivation and engagement in the learning process. The problem statement aims to address the issues mentioned above, such as communication barriers between a teacher and a student and learners’ engagement and motivation towards teacher feedback. The outcome of this study provides teachers with the opportunity to explore the various alternatives to providing feedback and realize its significance for their learners’ educational progress. In addition, further studies were also identified from the data obtained in this research.
Ordered Logistic Regression Model on How Logical and Rewarding is Learning Statistics Online
Authors: F. Casinillo Leomarich
Published: March 2024

Statistics education amid the new normal faced a lot of challenges and barriers where students cannot seriously experience the logical and rewarding nature of statistics. This research article aimed to describe the logical and rewarding nature of statistics experienced by students in the new normal and elucidate the causal determinants. The study dealt with secondary and cross-sectional data from the current study in the literature. Standard descriptive measures, frequency table, and chi-square test were calculated to summarize the selected variables, and ordered logistic regression was employed to capture the influencing factors of how logical and rewarding learning statistics is. Results showed that, on average, statistics learning during distance education is both logical and rewarding. The regression models revealed that the predictors of the logical nature of statistics are younger students, male students, money for the internet, and a conducive place for learning. Meanwhile, the predictors of the rewarding nature of statistics are male students, household assets, physical health, money for the internet, and a conducive place for learning. Conclusively, students with more resources and a comfortable place for learning are likely to perform better and satisfied with learning. Hence, students in distance education must be provided with suitable tools for learning, and a healthy and conducive environment for studying.
A Holistic Approach to Authentic Assessment
Authors: Gedera Dilani
Published: March 2024

Authentic assessments require students to use the same skills, knowledge and attributes that they would use in a workplace context. Such assessments have positively affected the quality and depth of student learning, skills development, employability, and workplace readiness. Authentic assessments have also been heralded as a potential solution to minimise academic integrity issues caused by artificial intelligence software such as ChatGPT. Despite these benefits, substantial barriers exist to implementing authentic assessments in higher education. This article discusses the critical elements of authentic assessments and the steps involved in planning authentic assessments. This article is based on the author's professional experiences and reflections on implementing an authentic assessment initiative at a business school in a New Zealand University. Further information was obtained from document analysis, observations and informal conversations with colleagues. The article recommends that it is essential to develop a holistic approach at the programme level when designing authentic assessments.
Mentoring in Advising: Engaging with a Fellow Colleague in an Advising Session
Authors: Sharma Prateek
Published: March 2024

This paper examines a one-on-one mentoring session with a colleague at a Japanese university as part of the final assignment for the 4th course on “Mentoring in Advising” offered by RILAE. The session elaborates on various aspects of Stephen’s professional and personal life. The primary purpose of this session was to help the mentee experience some positive emotions (Ackerman, 2018). Two conversation extracts in the advising session were analysed, and the author’s self-reflection on conducting this session has been written at the end. This paper may benefit new advisors, mentors or anyone seeking to learn more about how reflection can lead to experiencing positive emotions.
Prevalence and Analysis of Risk Factors for Cataracts in Jember Regency, Indonesia
Authors: Rohmah Siti
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Cataracts are the leading cause of preventable blindness. This study aims to determine the prevalence of cataracts and analyze the risk factors for cataracts in Jember Regency.

Methods: The research design is observational research with a cross-sectional approach. The study carried out eye examinations on 1000 adults (≥50 years) who were randomly selected in Jember Regency. Risk factors analyzed included age, gender, education, occupation, smoking, and history of diabetes mellitus and hypertension.

Results: The prevalence of cataracts in Jember Regency is 25.3%. Risk factors associated with the incidence of cataracts are age (OR=1.35; 95%CI: 1.02-1.98), female gender (OR=1.54; 95%CI: 1.12-2.13), low education (OR=1.83; 95%CI: 1.22-2.73), outdoor work (OR=3.72; 95%CI: 1.14-5.58), smoking (OR=1.42; 95%CI: 1.01-2.00), and history of diabetes mellitus (OR=2.15; 95%CI: 1.43-3.24).

Conclusion: The prevalence of cataracts at ages ≥ 50 years in Jember Regency is quite high. Age, female gender, low education, outdoor work, smoking, and a history of diabetes mellitus are risk factors for cataracts.
Bouveret's syndrome and digestive endoscopy as diagnostic support
Authors: García Martínez A , Mateos Millán D , Morales Prado Á , Prieto García JL
Published: March 2024

We present the case of an 80-year-old woman with a history of cholelithiasis who was admitted for epigastralgia and vomiting. A study was performed with complementary tests confirming Bouveret's syndrome by oral endoscopy and an attempt was made to resolve it endoscopically with all available instruments without success, so surgical treatment was performed.
Gastrostomy tube dislodgement into the peritoneal cavity after its manual insertion
Authors: Torres Domínguez A , Jofré Peralta S , Rivera Irigoin R
Published: March 2024

Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy is a usual technique in our daily clinical practice. Although it is a very safe procedure, it is important to know its complications for their prevention and early detection. We present a patient with abdominal pain after manual insertion after accidental removal.
Sustainable Energy Transition in Island Systems with substantial RES and Electricity Storage
Authors: Karapidakis Emmanuel , Yfanti Sofia , Kouknakos Christos
Published: March 2024

A sustainable power system will require an extensive reliance on renewable energy sources (RES). Taking into account the fact that a significant share of RES has already been deployed, either on large or a small scale, today’s most crucial issue is their further participation in an extensive and secure power generation expansion to cover the large future energy demand. Although there is the needed capacity of RES that could cover the corresponding demand, the current power system structure and operation emerge limitations, which hold back their further exploitation. The introduction of energy storage systems, such as pump storage and batteries can help the further exploitation of the needed RES by balancing the current load demand and the intermittent power flow of photovoltaics and wind turbines. This paper analyses a recently interconnected island power system operation, as a representative case study, and demonstrates benefits, such as CO2 emissions reduction, and obstacles emerged by ultra-high penetration of RES. This ultra-high share of RES is technically feasible, through strong interconnections and electricity storage systems.
Data Analysis of the Air Quality (PM2.5) before, during and after the COVID-19 Pandemic lockdowns in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Authors: Eker Mark Van , Secco Emanuele Lindo
Published: March 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly concerned people’s daily activities, especially when governments imposed pandemic lockdowns in their countries. These lockdowns, in turn, affected people’s daily life, their environment, and even the air quality of where they live. In this context, this paper looks at how the levels of Particulate Matter (PM) 2.5 air pollutants in the cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, have changed because of the COVID-19 lockdowns. We analyze the data from the AirNow database and provide Heat-Map analyses of PM 2.5 before, during, and after the pandemic lockdowns. Results suggest that lockdowns affect the overall pollution. The results also suggest that this approach could be useful in designing novel policies to reduce air pollution and lessen the impact of future lockdowns, as well as in developing strategies to address future pandemics.
Pola Asuh Orang Tua Dampaknya Terhadap Karakter Anak Usia 4-5 Tahun di Kelurahan Wongkaditi Timur
Authors: Hasyim Saprin , Rahman Misran , Djuko Rapi Us. , Setiyowati Endah
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui Pola Asuh Orang Tua Dampaknya Terhadap Karakter Anak Usia 4-5 Tahun Di Kelurahan Wongkaditi Timur Kecamatan Kota Utara. Jenis Penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian kualitatif, dan teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan  observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi.

Berdasarkan hasil penelitian maka peneliti dapat dikemukakan bahwa pola asuh yang sering digunakan oleh orang tua yang berada dilingkungan wongkaditi timur adalah pola asuh otoriter, permisif, dan demokrastis. Pola asuh ini memberikan dampak terhadap pembentukan karakter anak usia 4-5 tahun. Dimana dampak yang ditimbulkan antara lain dilihat dari (1) pola asuh otoriter membuat anak tidak mampu bergaul dengan teman sebaya, selalu menyendiri, cenderung pasif, tidak memiliki inisiatif dalam perbuatannya, takut dalam mengambil keputusan untuk setiap hal yang ia ingin lakukan. (2) Pola asuh permisif memberikan dampak anak menjadi anak terlalu bebas dalam melakukan semua yang dia inginkan sehingga menjadikan anak tersebut berperilaku agresif terhadap orang sekitarnya. Kedua pola asuh tersebut memberikan dampak negatif terhadap karakter anak. berbeda dengan (3) Pola asuh demokratis yang memberikan dampak positif terhadap karakter anak namun sayangnya dikelurahan wongkaditi dari hasil penelitian orang tua lebih banyak menggunakan pola asuh otoriter dan permisif.
Edukasi dan Pendampingan Permasalahan Kekerasan Seksual pada Siswa di Lingkungan Sekolah Menengah Atas
Authors: Meilantika Ayu Diana , Rizky Ayu , Masdah Siti
Published: March 2024

The problems found show that there are still some students who have experienced sexual violence committed by those closest to them, causing them to drop out of school due to embarrassment with their school friends. This is certainly a problem that must be addressed and overcome, if left unchecked it will have an impact on their psychological and mental state. So the purpose of this service is to provide education in the form of socialization about sexual violence to students at Bina Utama High School. This activity was carried out using the lecture method in the form of presentations and evaluated using questionnaires given before and after the activity. The results showed that socialization and mentoring activities to students about sexual violence, there was a significant increase in knowledge. Socialization and mentoring are effective in increasing knowledge and changing students' attitudes at Bina Utama Pontianak High School. Therefore, it is recommended that mentoring education on sexual violence in adolescents needs to be improved so that the younger generation is protected from sexual violence.
Pengaruh Kombinasi Beberapa Media Tanam Terhadap Pertumbuhan dan Hasil Tanaman Pakcoy Pada Sistem Vertikultur
Authors: Praseptiyani Nadira , Sugiono Darso , Subradja Vera Oktavia
Published: March 2024

Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is a rice-producing plant that is one of the staple foods for the world's population, especially Indonesia. One of the factors causing a decrease in rice production is pests, the main pest of rice plants is the golden snail. The golden snail pest attack occurs on rice plant seedlings, namely in the vegetative phase. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of giving plant-based pesticides tuba root extract (Derris elliptica) on the mortality and pest intensity of the golden snail (Pomacea canaliculata L.) on rice plants (Oryza sativa L.) Inpari 32 variety. The method used was experimental ( trial) using a single factor Randomized Block Design (RBD) with 6 treatments with 5 replications so there were 30 experimental units. Treatment of D. elliptica tuba root extract concentration on rice (Oryza sativa L.) treatment A (Control), B (5g/L), C (7g/L), D (9g/L), E ( 11g/L), and F (13g/L). Tuba root extract at a concentration of 13 g/L is the best concentration which gives the highest mortality of 81.60% with the lowest attack intensity value of 29.84%. The LC50 value of the tuba root extract on the golden snail was 2.64g/L, the minimum value was 0.37g/L and the maximum was 4.164g/L. LT50 takes a minimum of 1 day and a maximum of 9 days with an average time of 6-5 days. The results of calculating the correlation between mortality and the intensity of golden snail attacks on tall rice plants are -0.60. Administration of tuba root extract of D. eliptica was effective against the mortality of the golden snail P. canaliculata and the intensity of the attack by the golden snail P. canaliculata on rice (Oryza sativa L.).
Second record of reproduction of Canis aureus in Central Bohemia, Czech Republic (Carnivora: Canidae)
Authors: Strnad Martin , Papst Richard , Matuna Miroslav , Palan Vítězslav
Published: March 2024

The permanent breeding range of the golden jackal (Canis aureus) in Europe was restricted to the Black Sea coast and Balkans in the 1960s. From the 1980s, a rapid and steady increase of the species occurrence has been documented throughout Europe. The observations of single individuals prevail, the proofs of breeding family groups are much more scarce. Here we present the second evidence of golden jackal breeding in Central Bohemia (Czech Republic) which took place near Dlouhá Lhota, about 50 km south of Prague, in 2022. Photographic evidence of adults and two cubs was made with the help of camera traps.
When Peacekeeping Missions Collide by Paul Diehl, Daniel Druckman, and Grace B. Mueller
Authors: Hiba Malik
Published: March 2024

When Peacekeeping Missions Collide" explores the proliferation of UN peacekeeping missions and the unintended consequences. Through case studies and a proposed framework, the authors advocate for enhanced coordination among missions. They emphasize prioritizing essential security tasks and highlight complexities in mission interactions. While offering valuable insights, the book acknowledges limitations and suggests practical solutions for improving coordination and transparency. Overall, it provides a succinct analysis of the challenges facing modern peacekeeping and underscores the importance of mitigating negative consequences through better coordination.
Impact of process interference on memory encoding and retrieval processes in dual-task situations
Authors: Hensen Sandra , Koch Iring , Hirsch Patricia
Published: March 2024

Dual-tasks at the memory encoding stage have been shown to decrease recall performance and impair concurrent task performance. In contrast, studies on the effect of dual-tasks at the memory retrieval stage observed mixed results. Which cognitive mechanisms are underlying this dual-task interference is still an unresolved question. In the present study, we investigated the influence of a concurrent reaction-time task on the performance in a long-term memory task in two experiments. In Experiment 1, participants performed an auditory-verbal free recall memory task and a visual-manual spatial Stroop task in a single or dual-task condition, either at the encoding or retrieval stage of the memory task. In Experiment 2, we examined the influence of processing conflicts in a concurrent RT task on memory encoding. Both experiments showed detrimental effects on recall accuracy and concurrent RT task performance in dual-task conditions at the encoding stage. Dual-task conditions at the retrieval stage led to a slowdown in recall latency and impaired concurrent RT task performance, but recall accuracy was maintained. In addition, we observed larger Stroop congruency effects in the dual-task conditions, indicating an increased processing conflict. However, in Experiment 2, we analyzed the effect of the processing conflict in a time-locked manner and could not find a significant influence on success of memory encoding. These findings suggest that processes in both tasks share the same limited capacity and are slowed down due to parallel processing, but we could not find evidence that this is further influenced by task-specific processing conflicts.
Separated hands further response–response binding effects
Authors: Selimi Silvia , Frings Christian , Moeller Birte
Published: March 2024

Action control is hierarchically organized. Multiple consecutive responses can be integrated into an event representation of higher order and can retrieve each other upon repetition, resulting in so-called response–response binding effects. Previous research indicates that the spatial separation of responses can affect how easily they can be cognitively separated. In this study, we introduced a barrier between the responding hands to investigate whether the spatial separation of two responses also influences response–response binding effects. In line with previous research on stimulus–response binding, we expected an increased separability of responses to result in stronger response–response binding effects when responding hands were separated by a barrier. We indeed found stronger response–response binding effects with separated hands. Results indicate that a more distinct representation of individual actions through increased separability might benefit the control of hierarchical actions.
Pemilihan Pelanggan Potensial dengan Menggunakan Algoritma K-means dan DBSCAN untuk Mempromosikan Produk Baru PT. Sinar Makmur Lestarindo
Authors: Nurjanah Diana Alfia , Sundari Jenie
Published: March 2024

Pelanggan Potensial menduduki posisi krusial pada pengembangan strategi usaha, pelanggan juga merupakan salah satu sumber keuntungan pada sebuah perusahaan.PT.Sinar Makmur Lestarindo akan meluncurkan produk terbaru yaitu bak cuci piring. Pihak pabrik hanya memberikan beberapa sampel untuk dibagikan kepada calon pelanggan. Maka dari itu, perusahaan butuh daftar pelanggan yang berpotensial untuk membeli produk baru tersebut, agar nantinya sampel produk baru dapat dibagikan kepada calon pelanggan yang berpotensi membeli produk baru.
Penelitian kali ini menggunakan Algoritma k-means clustering yang merupakan metode tertua dan paling dikenal dalam menganalisis klaster, dan sudah dipelajari secara luas dengan beragam pengembangan dan diaplikasikan di berbagai bidang serta Algoritma pengelompokan tambahan berbasis kepadatan baru (DBSCAN) diperkenalkan untuk menghilangkan kelemahan pengelompokan K-means tambahan.Algoritma ini menggunakan metode yang hampir sama untuk mengelompokkan data tambahan dalam kondisi dinamis seperti K-means, tetapi dapat menangani data yang berisik.Hasil dari Pemilihan pelanggan potensial dari algoritma K-means dan algoritma DBSCAN sama, berikut hasil daftar pelanggan potensial dengan menggunkan dua metode : Bahagia - Bogor ,Cahaya Abadi – Serang, Duta Bangunan Cikaret, Sinar Cibinong – Bogor, Tri Jaya Mandiri – Bogor, Usaha Maju – Serang.Pengerjaan menggunakan algoritma K-means juga proses yang lebih cepat dibanding algoritma DBSCAN serta Pengerjaan algoritma DBSCAN harus disertai dengan penggambaran secara grafik agar data lebih mudah dibaca.
COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR SELECTING MEANS OF RESCUE FROM THE HEIGHT BASED ON THEIR RELATIVE COST
Authors: Дымов С.М. , Вищекин М.В. ,  Сурина Г.П. , Александров А.М.
Published: March 2024

В статье рассмотрена программа для ЭВМ, созданная в помощь сотрудникам МЧС России, проектировщикам, ответственным лицам за обеспечение безопасности на объектах, а также простым гражданам, решившим выбрать и установить средства спасения с высоты. Выбор осуществляется по одному из ключевых параметров, а именно – по стоимости.

The article considers a computer program created to help employees of EMERCOM of Russia, designers, persons responsible for ensuring safety at facilities, as well as ordinary citizens who decided to choose and install means of rescue from a height. The choice is made according to one of the key parameters, namely, the cost.
HYDRAULIC SCHEMES OF HIGH-CAPACITY PUMP-HOSE SYSTEMS FOR EXTINGUISHING COMPLEX FIRES
Authors: Нелюбов В.Н.
Published: March 2024

Показано, что тушение сложных, затяжных пожаров, к которым можно отнести ландшафтные пожары, требует применения высокопроизводительной пожарной техники. Эта техника должна обеспечивать подачу больших объемов воды на дальние расстояния. Проведен анализ использования мобильных высокопроизводительных насосно-рукавных комплексов НРК-А «Водолей» и КНРМ-400-1,6/300 «Шквал» при тушении лесных пожаров в 2021 году. Выполнен расчет вариантов прокладки магистральных линий в зависимости от расхода воды, подаваемой насосами этих комплексов, диаметров пожарных рукавов, штатной пожарной техники. Даны предложения по выбору оптимальных вариантов развертывания насосно-рукавных комплексов.

Complex fires are characterized by a large area, a long time of their localization and liquidation. Extinguishing such fires requires a large water consumption and its supply over considerable distances. All this conditions make up the task of equipping fire service units with appropriate equipment. Modern technological capabilities of a number of highly developed countries allow to create such equipment. In our country for the last decades a whole class of high-performance pumping and hose complexes has been created, which primarily include the complexes «Vodoley» and «Shkval». For their practical application, maximum use of technical capabilities it is necessary to develop tactical schemes of deployment, hydraulic calculation of pumping and hose systems. At the same time, it is necessary to test the proposed options for using such equipment not only during exercises, but also in real conditions. The article presents the results of calculations and real combat deployment of pump and hose systems in the suppression of forest fires in summer of 2021 in the Republic of Mordovia and Nizhny Novgorod region using the complexes «Vodoley» and «Shkval». It is shown that the capabilities of these complexes are much wider than the deployment schemes that were realized during forest fire suppression. Classical dependencies obtained in the works on hydraulics and fire tactics were used in the calculations. One of the directions of increasing the efficiency of the use of high-performance fire fighting equipment is the use of intermediate reservoirs (tanks). These can be natural reservoirs, tanks of fire trains or soft reservoirs. Soft tanks can be simultaneously used for preparation of solutions with the use of special additives that significantly increase the efficiency of water.
Analisis Penyajian Penyusunan Laporan Keuangan Pada Kejaksaan Tinggi Bengkulu Tahun 2022
Authors: Anwar Khoirul , Susanti Neri , Hidayah Nenden Restu
Published: March 2024

Each Government Agency Work Unit carries out accounting for economic transactions that occur within the managed budget, to produce financial reports that provide information that is accurate, relevant, and can be understood by stakeholders, such as the general public, financial institutions, and other stakeholders, with implement the principles that must be applied in presenting government financial reports, such as the principle of compliance, the principle of exact amount, the principle of consistency, and the principle of full disclosure, guided by Government Accounting Standards. This study aims to analyze the conformity of financial reports at Bengkulu District Prosecutor's Office with Government Accounting Standards Number 71 of 2010. Collecting data regarding the presentation of reports using descriptive comparatives in the form of case studies at Bengkulu District Prosecutor's Office. Writing uses interview techniques and documentation techniques to collect the necessary data. The results of the research show that Bengkulu District Prosecutor's Office. for Fiscal Year 2022 has carried out the process of presenting financial reports in accordance with Government Accounting Standards Number 71 of 2010 and has been presented and used by financial report user groups in decision making. This research is expected to have an important impact on the Bengkulu District Prosecutor's Office in improving the presentation of financial reports.