bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A clinical study of the neodymium-doped yttrium–aluminium–garnet laser posterior capsulotomy: Visual outcome and early complications
Authors: Waghu Shifa Shafi , Wade Bansi Nandkumar , Ghorpade Prashant Sarjerao
Published: July 2024

Objectives:

The objectives of this study were as follows: To study the efficacy of neodymium-doped yttrium–aluminium–garnet (Nd:YAG) laser capsulotomy in posterior capsular opacification (PCO) by analysing the visual outcome. To study any other early complications seen following Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy.

Materials and Methods:

A prospective interventional study was done in the Department of Ophthalmology of a tertiary care hospital in the Marathwada region of Maharashtra. A total of 55 eyes developing PCO after cataract surgery were included in the study from November 2022 to October 2023. Routine pre-laser evaluation using slit-lamp biomicroscopy, intraocular pressure (IOP) measurements and dilated fundus examination was done. Thirty-eight patients had undergone manual small incision cataract surgery with polymethyl methacrylate intraocular lens (IOL) implantation and 17 patients had undergone phacoemulsification surgery with acrylic foldable IOL implantation. The patient was then followed up on Days 2, 7, 30, and 3 months to look for any early post-laser complications.

Results:

A total of 55 eyes were included in the study. The age group of patients included in the study is from 50 to 75 years. Most of the patients 21 were in the age group of 56–60 years. Twenty (36%) were male and 35(63%) females; thus, female preponderance is seen. On retro-illumination of the slit lamp, 9 (16.3%) patients had severe PCO having vision ≤3/60, 24 (43.6%) patients had moderate PCO with vision 3/60–6/60 and 22 (40%) patients had mild PCO with vision 6/60–6/18. Forty-seven patients (85%) had visual acuity of more than 6/12 at the end of 3 months. In most patients, an appropriate central capsulotomy was achieved within the total energy of 60 mJ but in three cases more than 100 mJ energy was used due to the thick posterior capsule. About 6% of subjects showed increased IOP of more than 21 mm Hg but returned to normal level within 1 week. Mild uveal reaction in the form of anterior chamber flare and cells was seen in 2% of cases. IOL pitting was seen in 5 (8%) cases. One (2%) patient had a vision of 3/60 and a significant increase in macular thickness at day 7 post-laser which decreased at 1 month follow-up by appropriate treatment. No evidence of any retinal tears or retinal detachment seen.

Conclusion:

PCO is a common delayed complication seen after cataract surgery. This opacification decreases the vision of the patient to affect day-to-day activities. It can be easily managed on an outdoor basis by a non-invasive and effective Nd:YAG laser posterior capsulotomy procedure. This procedure has been shown to increase the visual outcome and has fewer complications which can be managed easily.
Is opposite clear cornea incision useful still? – A tertiary institute experience
Authors: Tan Yip Ming Collin , Dayna Yong Wei Wei , Shen Liang , Chew Grace Wei Min , Chen Jianping
Published: July 2024

Objectives:

Paired opposite clear corneal incision (OCCI), placed at the steepest meridian, during phacoemulsification cataract surgery is one of the options used to improve pre-existing astigmatism, which enhances the flattening effect. Our surgical technique for OCCI consists of a 2.75-mm stab clear corneal incision with a steel microkeratome. In this series, we retrospectively review the effect of OCCI on reducing preoperative corneal astigmatism done by a single surgeon.

Materials and Methods:

From October 2021 to May 2022, 53 eyes underwent phacoemulsification cataract surgery with OCCI. All eyes completed refractive analysis at least at postoperative month 1.

Results:

There were 22 males (45.1%) and overall mean age was 70.8years. Mean corneal astigmatism preoperatively was -1.98±0.57D. At postoperative month 1, the mean change in spherical equivalence was 0.97 ± 2.8D (P = 0.37). The mean reduction in corneal astigmatism was 1.07±0.83D (P <.001). At postoperative month 6 (n = 17), mean reduction in corneal astigmatism compared to preoperatively was 0.89±0.74D (P = <0.001). Mean corneal astigmatism increased between postoperative month 1 and month 6 at 0.15 ± 0.79D but this was not statistically significant. Age was not found to be correlated to change in astigmatism (r = 0.156).

Conclusion:

Paired OCCI is a useful technique to correct pre-existing astigmatism with no additional need to alter surgical setting.
Musculoskeletal disorders, perceived stress, and ergonomic risk factors among smartphone eSports athletes: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Khan Muhammad A , Chaikumarn Montakarn
Published: July 2024

Objectives:

Smartphone eSports athletes face various health risks due to prolonged sitting and poor posture. The objective of this study was to investigate the frequency of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), perceived stress levels, health risks, and ergonomic risk factors among smartphone eSports athletes (skilled gamers who participate in organized competitions utilizing smartphones) and determine the association between levels of perceived stress and MSDs.

Methods:

A cross-sectional study was conducted on 145 participants. Nordic musculoskeletal questionnaire, Perceived Stress Scale-10, questionnaire on health risks, and rapid upper limb assessment were used to collect data. Our study included 18–30-year-old smartphone gamers with over a year of eSports experience. Our study excluded participants who had spinal surgery for musculoskeletal complaints, acute traumatic events, such as accidents or injuries from non-gaming-related factors, physical therapy, chiropractic care, or surgery for musculoskeletal conditions of the upper limb and trunk.

Results:

Neck pain was most prevalent, at 41.4%, followed by the shoulders at 31% and the lower back at 29%. The participants had moderate-to-high levels of perceived stress and ergonomic risks for MSDs due to poor posture and muscle use. There was no significant association between the 12-month prevalence of MSDs and perceived stress. However, the 7-day prevalence of pain in elbows was associated with perceived stress (χ2 = 20.15, P = 0.003).

Conclusion:

Our study reveals a significant prevalence of MSDs and moderate-to-high levels of perceived stress among eSports athletes. These athletes are exposed to high ergonomic risk due to poor posture. There is no significant association between the prevalence of MSDs and perceived stress levels, except for pain in elbows in the last seven days.
Preoperative planning of craniectomy and reconstruction using three–dimension-printed cranioplasty for treatment of calvarial lesion
Authors: Amin Md Rezaul , Islam KM Tarikul , Haque Moududul
Published: July 2024

Background:

Common calvarial lesions include fibrous dysplasia (FD), intraosseous meningioma, osteoma, Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH), intraosseous hemangioma, dermoid and epidermoid cyst, and malignancy. Surgical removal with removal of the involved skull is the choice of treatment for these lesions. Previously, the skull defect was repaired using allograft, and alloplastic materials have been replaced with newer polyetheretherketone (PEEK) material, which is more resistant, biocompatible, and can be 3-dimension (3D)--printed. High-resolution 3D printing uses very fine extruders to put materials in fine layers to recreate patients’ anatomy authentically, which gives superior cosmetic outcomes. Our objectives were preoperative planning of craniectomy and reconstruction for calvarial lesions and reconstruction of skull defects using 3D-printed cranioplasty with PEEK materials.

Methods:

In this series, we describe 11 cases in which skull lesions were removed and reconstructed in the same sitting using a 3D-printed PEEK implant designed preoperatively using high-resolution computer tomography. All the cases were done in the neurosurgery department of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University from 2021 to 2023. Patients were followed up for 6 months after surgery.

Results:

Regarding 11 cases, six cases were FD, three cases were intraosseous meningioma, one case was intraosseous hemangioma, and one case was LCH. Average lesion size were 12.73-5.77 cm. Cranioplasty was done with PEEK material. Minor complications were treated conservatively. Seroma, postoperative fever, and nausea were among these.

Conclusion:

The human bone-like biocompatibility and resistance to physical forces leads to more frequent use of PEEK, which enables to repair of complex craniofacial defects with better cosmesis. Despite some limitations, the PEEK cranioplasty implant continued to thrive and showed its promise to be an excellent material. Further, research and investment should be put into developing the technique.
Expanded endoscopic endonasal approach for resection of residual parasellar growth hormone-secreting pituitary adenoma in a patient with kissing internal carotid arteries: Technical nuances
Authors: Motiwala Mustafa , Gimenez Patricio , Baqai Muhammad Waqas Saeed , Sajjad Jahangir , Hasan Faisal , Bradley Karin , Evans Alison , Williams Adam , Bennett Warren , Abhinav Kumar
Published: July 2024

Background:

Growth hormone (GH)--secreting pituitary adenomas can be aggressive and difficult to manage. Surgical resection for GH-secreting tumors remains the gold standard with increasing use of expanded endoscopic endonasal (EEA) techniques. Certain anatomical considerations make postsurgical biochemical remission challenging.

Case Description:

We describe the case of a 43-year-old male presenting with acromegaly after a lack of biochemical remission from a previous surgery. Resection of the residual tumor invading the retrogenu compartment of the cavernous sinus was challenging for several reasons: (a) its location adjacent to the right parasellar horizontal internal carotid artery (ICA) with involvement of the medial wall, (b) the large kissing bilateral ICAs reducing the intercarotid distance, and (c) potential scar tissue. EEA was undertaken with key surgical steps, including wide bilateral sphenoidotomies, right middle clinoidectomy to access the clinoidal ICA and the retrogenu compartment, identification of the top of the paraclival ICA by drilling across the sella floor, division of the sellar floor dura to increase the intercarotid distance and transcavernous mobilization of medial wall, and the tumor capsule away from the horizontal parasellar ICA and across to the diaphragm and pituitary gland. Postoperatively, biochemical remission was achieved with no new endocrine deficits.

Conclusion:

These surgical nuances permit biochemical remission in complex revisional cases with acromegaly.
Microsurgery resection of giant cervicothoracic spinal ependymoma: Two-dimensional operative video
Authors: Habib Ahmed , Deng Hansen , Hameed N. U. Farrukh , Kulich Scott , Zinn Pascal
Published: July 2024

Background:

Ependymomas, rare glial brain tumors, account for <5% of all brain tumors. Interestingly, over 60% of ependymomas occur in the spinal cord of adults, including those originating from the filum terminale, while the rest are found within the brain. The World Health Organization (WHO) categorizes ependymomas into three grades: subependymomas and myxopapillary ependymomas ([MEPNs]; WHO grade I), classic ependymomas (WHO grade II), and anaplastic ependymomas (WHO grade III). Spinal ependymomas generally exhibit a more favorable prognosis compared to their intracranial counterparts and are primarily treated through gross total resection, which is considered the most effective surgical approach. As such, they are recognized as a distinct clinical entity that demands tailored management strategies. MEPNs, which constitute 13% of ependymomas, typically occur in the cauda equina and sometimes extend into the conus medullaris. Most other spinal ependymomas are of the classic type and predominantly arise in the cervical and thoracic regions of the spine. The mean age at diagnosis is 45 years of age. While prognosis varies based on molecular subtypes, complete resection is associated with improved survival.

Case Description:

Here, we demonstrate the technical nuances to safely achieve gross total resection of a giant spinal ependymoma in a 29-year-old female with a medical history notable for sept-optic dysplasia, and panhypopituitarism. The patient presented with progressive neck pain, upper and lower extremity weakness, and numbness for 1 year. On physical examination, she demonstrated mild weakness in her left arm. The preoperative magnetic resonance imaging revealed a cervicothoracic intramedullary mass extending from C4 to T2 with an associated syrinx at C4. Under intraoperative neural monitoring (somatosensory evoked potentials, motor-evoked potentials, and epidural direct wave recordings), the patient underwent a C4 – T2 laminectomy. In addition, spinal ultrasonography helped differentiate solid tumor mass from syrinx formation, thus guiding the focus and extent of the decompression .

Conclusion:

Gross total resection was achieved; at 18 postoperative months, the patient had mild residual motor deficit. The pathological evaluation revealed a WHO grade II ependymoma. Subsequent sequential enhanced MR studies at 3, 6, and 12 months confirmed no tumor recurrence.
Çok Kriterli Karar Verme ve Veri Zarflama Analizinde Kullanılan Yönsüz Veriler İçin Fonksiyon Önerileri: Finansal Performans Örneği
Authors: Oruç Kenan Oğuzhan , Yılmaz Gökhan , Yılmaz Tayfun
Published: July 2024

Karar Verme (KV) problemlerinde Çok Kriterli Karar Verme (ÇKKV) yöntemlerinin kullanılması durumunda, kriterlerin yönlerinin doğru belirlenmesi büyük önem taşımaktadır. Literatürde önerilen bazı ÇKKV yöntemlerinin uygulama adımları yalnızca maksimizasyon veya minimizasyon hedeflerine yönelik kriterlerle uyumlu olacak şekilde tanımlanmıştır. Benzer şekilde KV sürecinde Veri Zarflama Analizi (VZA) ile etkinlik ölçümü yapılırken girdilerin minimize edilmesi, çıktıların ise maksimize edilmesi gerekmektedir. Ancak gerçek dünya problemlerinde bazı verilerin maksimize veya minimize edilmesi istenmez, belirlenen ideal değerlere yakın olması istenir. Bunlar yönsüz veriler olarak adlandırılır. Bu çalışma, yönsüz verileri maksimizasyon veya minimizasyon olarak tanımlamak için ölçek dönüştürme fonksiyonları önermektedir. Böylece ÇKKV ve VZA yöntemleri kullanılarak yapılacak analizlerde daha tutarlı sonuçlar elde edilecektir. Bu çalışmada, dayanıklı tüketim malları sektöründe faaliyet gösteren 10 işletmenin 2022 yılına ait 9 finansal oranı önerilen fonksiyonlar ile ölçeklendirilmiştir. Bu finansal oranların ham ve ölçeklendirilmiş verileri kullanılarak, bu işletmelerin finansal performansları TOPSIS ve VZA yöntemleri kullanılarak analiz edilmiştir. Performans değerlendirmesinde ölçeklendirilmiş verilerin kullanılmasıyla daha tutarlı sonuçlar elde edilmiştir.
Automated Analysis of Interfaces, Interactions and Self-Assembly in Soft Matter Simulations
Authors: Lopez-Rios de Castro Raquel , Santana-Bonilla Alejandro , Ziolek Robert M. , Lorenz Christian D.
Published: July 2024

Molecular dynamics simulations have become an essential tool in the study of soft matter and biological macromolecules. The large amount of high-dimensional data produced by such simulations does not immediately elucidate the atomistic mechanisms that underlie complex materials and molecular processes. Analysis of these simulations is complicated: the dynamics intrinsic to soft matter simulations necessitates careful application of specific, and often complex, algorithms to extract meaningful molecular scale understanding. There is an ongoing need for high-quality, automated computational workflows to facilitate this analysis in a reproducible manner with minimal user input. In this work, we introduce a series of molecular simulation analysis tools for investigating interfaces, molecular interactions (including ring-ring stacking), and self-assembly. In addition, we include a number of auxiliary tools, including a useful function to unwrap molecular structures that are greater than half the length of their corresponding simulation box. These tools are contained in the PySoftK software package, making application of these algorithms straightforward for the user. These new simulation analysis tools within PySoftK will support high-quality, reproduce analysis of soft matter and biomolecular simulations to bring about new predictive understanding in nano- and biotechnology.
GLAS : An open-source easily expandable Git-based Scheduling Architecture for integral Lab Automation
Authors: Cousty Jean-Charles , Cavagna Tanguy , Schmidt Alec , Mariano Edy , Villat Keyan , Miéville Pascal
Published: July 2024

This paper presents GLAS (Git-based Lab Automated Scheduler or Get Lab Automation Simplified), an open-source, robust, and highly expandable Git-based architecture designed for laboratory automation. GLAS can be deployed in both partially and fully automated experimental science laboratories, enabling the development of a multi-layer scheduling system while maintaining a systematic architecture grounded in a Git repository. We demonstrate the effectiveness of GLAS through case studies from the Swiss Cat+ automated chemistry laboratory, showcasing its versatility and potential for widespread applicability in various laboratory automation contexts. By offering an open-source scheduling environment, our aim is to foster the development of accessible and adaptable laboratory automation solutions within the scientific community.
Cooperative hydrogenation catalysis at a constrained gallylene-nickel(0) interface
Authors: Kalkuhl Till , Fernández Israel , Hadlington Terrance
Published: July 2024

The discovery of unique mechanisms in 3d metal catalysis is of paramount importance in utilising these Earth-abundant metals in place of scarce precious metals. Inspired by the Horiuti-Polanyi mechanism at play in heterogenous hydrogenation catalysts, we describe a bimetallic molecular catalyst which can selectively semi-hydrogenate alkynes via a ligand-to-substrate hydride transfer mechanism. This mimics established heterogeneous mechanisms in which remote surface-bound hydride ligands undergo a similar reactive process. This is achieved through the development of a chelate-constrained gallium(I) ligand, which operates in concert with nickel(0) to (reversibly) cleave H2, generating a [GaNi] 1,2-dihydride complex, found to be the resting state in the catalytic process. This discovery takes steps towards utilising non-innocent low-valent group 13 centres in effective cooperative catalysis, opening new mechanistic pathways which may aid in employing Earth-abundant metals in key catalytic transformations.
Modulating Phononic Landscapes: The Role of Silicon Ion Bombardment in Tailoring Si/Si+Ge and SiO2/SiO2+Ge Superlattices for Advanced Neutron Superreflector Applications
Authors: Varner II Clyde , Lassiter Jonathan , Budak Satilmis
Published: July 2024

This study examines the impact of silicon ion bombardment on the phononic properties of Si/Si+Ge and SiO2/SiO2+Ge superlattices to enhance neutron superreflector technology. Using precise ion implantation and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy, we observed alterations in transverse and longitudinal optical phonon modes. The Si/Si+Ge system showed significant redshifts and intensity changes, while SiO2/SiO2+Ge exhibited increased lattice disorder and peak broadening. These findings underscore ion bombardment's potential to optimize phononic landscapes for improved nuclear reactor safety and efficiency through advanced phonon engineering.
Para-hydrogen induced polarization NMR and NAD(P)H-fluorescence lifetime imaging synergistically reveal enzymatic and thus metabolic changes in human tumor cells upon NAMPT inhibition: a proof-of-principle.
Authors: Jeude Lea Marie , Leben Ruth , Ding Yonghong , Stevanato Gabriele , Glöggler Stefan , Niesner Raluca , Kube Dieter
Published: July 2024

Proliferating cells have a sustained high demand for regeneration of electron acceptors as NAD(P)+/NAD(P)H is involved in a number of critical redox-reactions within cells. However, their analysis in living cells is still challenging. We propose that label-free fluorescence lifetime imaging of Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (phosphate) (NAD(P)H-FLIM) and signal-enhanced magnetic resonance (MR) spectroscopy synergize to study metabolic pathways in cells. RAMOS cells were analyzed by inhibiting Nicotinamide phosphoribosyltransferase (NAMPT), the rate-limiting enzyme of the NAD+ „Salvage pathway“ by FK866. FK866 treatment leads to NAD+ reduction followed by reduced cell proliferation. The NAD(P)H-FLIM analysis revealed increased general NAD(P)H-dependent metabolic activity indicated by increased ratios of enzyme-bound to total NAD(P)H concentration upon NAMPT-inhibition. Additionally, we found a marked NADPH oxidase activity increase and reduced lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) activity. This change in LDH activity is confirmed by reduced flux of signal-enhanced pyruvate to lactate conversion measured in real time by MR. Our proof-of-principle study shows how spatially-resolved metabolic imaging techniques, i.e. NAD(P)H-FLIM, are complemented by real-time MR, paving the way towards a comprehensive spatio-temporal understanding of metabolic pathways in living cells.
The EV identity is dependent on its corona
Authors: Normak Karl , Seiffert Charlotte , Cardellini Jacopo , Bergese Paolo , Arosio Paolo
Published: July 2024

Extracellular vesicles (EVs) function as communicators between cells in the extra- cellular space. However, the extravesicular space is rich in biomolecules, which form a layer on surfaces. In this work, we investigated how the identity of the naive EVs changes with the deposition of a albumin layer, known commonly as a corona. The heterogeneity of the naive EVs was reflected also in their corona. At low concentrations of albumin, the corona may change the apparent zeta potential of the EVs. At cell culture concentrations of albumin (≈ 60μM), surface markers may become unavailabile for antibodies to bind and the size increases. Finally, at blood serum concentrations of albumin (≈ 600μM) the albumin corona blocks the majority (> 50 %) of the surface markers and alters the size and zeta potential of the naive EVs. The work emphasises the dependence of the EV identity on the surrounding molecules, which can explain differences in biological function.
Murderers on the Ballot Paper
Authors: Williams Richard
Published: July 2024

Epistemic democrats typically argue that widespread public competence can empower democratic states to produce the correct decisions more effectively than antidemocratic alternatives. In reaction, this paper shows that epistemic democrats are too insensitive to a fundamental fact of representative democracies: the democratic choice of policy is mediated through a democratic choice of politician. Epistemic democrats neglect that party politicians potentially spoil the epistemic benefits of widespread public competence. Firstly, politicians must compete with each other for votes during elections. Secondly, politicians should compromise with each other to protect those they represent from the bad apples in the legislature. Politicians, as elected representatives with democratic integrity, have a profession-specific obligation to resist the bad apples, even if they must sacrifice their personal integrity in the process. They must compromise on promoting the correct decisions to gain critical political alliances and electoral support. Once political theorizing recognizes the significance of party politicians and their obligations more fully, public deliberation can be modelled as a compromise-discovery process: public deliberation can enable politicians to know which moral compromises will gain the alliances and votes necessary to resist the bad apples.
An evaluation of validity and reliability of English Language test as a component part of the master’s placement test
Authors:   AL-FARABI KAZAKH NATIONAL UNIVERSITY, Altybayeva Shugyla , Sultabayev Farkhat , Shinetova Lyazzat
Published: July 2024

The subject of the research of the article is statistical models and methods for assessing the quality of test items in English for applicants to the master's program. The study used the Rasch model for data analysis using Winsteps. When assessing the quality of the developed test items, statistical characteristics of the test items were obtained. We took into account such indicators as the validity and reliability of the test item, the difficulty of the item, the correlation coefficient, the statistics of agreement, the correspondence between the level of preparedness of the subjects and the difficulty of the test items. The agreement of the experimental data with the Rasch model was assessed using characteristic curves. Compatibility of test items was determined based on the Chi-square test, and the test results were compared with the expected values ​​based on the Rasch model. Rasch IRT results provide very detailed information about the quality, validity, and reliability of test items. Based on the data obtained, it was revealed that the English language test corresponds to a high level of language proficiency and can be used as a component of the entrance exam to the master's program.The article is intended for a wide range of specialists in the field of education, as well as for those interested in the problems of higher education in our country.
Methodology for increasing the level of understanding of a literary text by university students based on the author-reader relationship model
Authors:   AL-FARABI KAZAKH NATIONAL UNIVERSITY, Kambarova Gainizhamal , Zhumakayeva Bereke , Kaldybaeva Gulmaria
Published: July 2024

The article considers the problem of increasing the level of understanding of students' works of art within the framework of the relationship between the author and the reader. Two different approaches to the reception of artistic texts are highlighted, and, based on our research, we consider the text as a platform for the reader to express their attitude towards the artistic reality presented by the author in the work. From the point of view of the triad “Author-text-reader”, three different aspects of deep consideration of the meaning of the text are described. Each of them will be considered separately, and the opinion of the students will be clarified. A work of art is considered as an event based on the relationship between the author and the reader. Accordingly, the need to create modern effective methods of understanding the work of art based on the relationship between the author and the reader is determined. By differentiating innovative searches on this question, objects are grouped that determine the relationship between the author and the reader. As a result, a new model of author-reader relations will be developed. The effectiveness of the theoretical concept is tested in practice. According to the results of the defining stage, it turns out that students, when analyzing a work of art, limit their attention only to the plot, the content of the story, and try to find manifestations of the author's position. On the basis of the current results, a “reading diary” is offered, the purpose of which is the conscious reading of a work of art by a student. It is concluded that the proposed approach helps to increase the level of understanding of the artistic text. 30 students of Suleiman Demirel University took part in the testing of the methodology.
Continuity of the Theory of “Living Knowledge” by A. Baitursynuly and the Teachings of Al-Farabi and Abai: Methods of Teaching the Kazakh Language
Authors:   AL-FARABI KAZAKH NATIONAL UNIVERSITY, Dauletbekova Zhanat , Ray Kairat , Aldasheva Kamar , Nabidullin Aibolat
Published: July 2024

In the introductory part of the article, the meaning of the theory of Akymet Baitursynuly "Tiri bilim" is revealed. The article discusses the ways of implementing the theory of Akymen Baitursynuly "Tiri bilim" in the modern education system. The relationship between the theory of A. Baitursynuly and the opinions of thinkers Uly Dala, like al-Farabi and Abai Kunanbaev, is revealed. The principles of thinkers are studied in the sequence "Teaching - Science - Education". The main direction of al-Farabi's teachings about the "integrity of education and upbringing" is the strengthening of education through the content of the discipline. Since education cannot be given without education, without education the meaning of education will be lost. At the same time, education in the educational process should not consist only of didactic content in educational texts. In the process of studying and theoretical materials should be aimed at showing the importance and role of the native language in human life. This is fully compatible with the theory of "manis bilim" established by A. Baitursynuly. The article also analyzes the categories of "мulakhazа" and "muchafaza" according to the works of Abay. In the process of teaching the Kazakh language, their importance was revealed as the main mechanism for the formation of conscious knowledge of students.In this regard, the importance of language communication skills formed during the performance of pair and group tasks is shown. The conclusion emphasizes the need to take into account the harmony of the ideas of al-Farabi, Abai Kunanbaev and Akymet Baitursynov when determining priority areas for teaching the Kazakh language.
TREN SEWA APARTEMEN JANGKA PENDEK DI PINGGIRAN KOTA (KASUS: CIBUBUR)
Authors: Setyawati Elisa Ayu , Swasto Deva Fosterharoldas
Published: July 2024

Apartemen di Cibubur kini menjadi alternatif hunian di pinggiran kota. Secara umum partemen dapat digunakan sebagai tempat tinggal dan investasi properti melalui sewa. Strategi penyewaannya beragam berupa sewa jangka panjang dan jangka pendek. Perkembangan tren sewa jangka pendek muncul melalui apartemen dengan layanan hospitality seperti hotel. Meskipun demikian, masalah perizinan dan perpajakan mengenai sewa apartemen jangka pendek belum diatur dengan jelas. Pengumpulan data menggunakan data primer dan data sekunder. Data primer diperoleh dari observasi lapangan dan wawancara dengan informan seperti pengembang, penghuni, pengelola apartemen, dan agen properti. Analisis yang digunakan adalah analisis kualitatif menggunakan model Miles, Huberman, dan Saldana untuk membuat kesimpulan. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, tren sewa apartemen jangka pendek merupakan hal yang umum terjadi dan terjadi juga di Cibubur. Tren sewa apartemen jangka pendek ini dijelaskan dalam 2 konsep yaitu fleksibilitas dan keberlanjutan tren sewa. Tren sewa jangka pendek terus berkembang sebagai alternatif penginapan untuk mendukung kebutuhan salah satunya kegiatan wisata. Namun saat ini, belum ada regulasi yang mengatur sewa jangka pendek khusunya apartemen.
PENGARUH INTERAKSI SOSIAL TERHADAP KEPUASAN MASYARAKAT DALAM PENGGUNAAN FASILITAS DI TAMAN LAPANG MERDEKA KOTA SUKABUMI
Authors: Khutami Nuuri , Adharina Nabilla Dina
Published: July 2024

Taman Lapang Merdeka merupakan ruang terbuka hijau publik berupa taman kota yang berada di Kota Sukabumi. Taman ini mengalami revitalisasi pada tahun 2022. Setelah direvitalisasi, fasilitas taman ini mengalami perkembangan seperti adanya area lapangan, area komunal, area track olahraga, dan area UMKM. Hal tersebut membuat pengunjung taman semakin meningkat dan mempengaruhi fungsi taman kota sebagai ruang interaksi sosial. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi pengaruh interaksi sosial terhadap kepuasan masyarakat dalam penggunaan fasilitas Taman Lapang Merdeka. Jenis penelitian pada penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif kuantitatif dengan menggunakan metode analisis regresi linier berganda. Adapun hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa variabel interaksi sosial di area UMKM berpengaruh secara simultan terhadap variabel kepuasan masyarakat. Didapati bahwa variabel interaksi sosial di area  UMKM berpengaruh secara parsial dan simultan terhadap Kepuasan Masyarakat. Hasil tersebut diasumsikan terjadi karena area UMKM merupakan inovasi baru yang diterapkan di Taman Lapang Merdeka. 
PENINGKATAN PEMAHAMAN MASYARAKAT PADA PERLINDUNGAN HUKUM BAGI PEMEGANG HAK ATAS TANAH DALAM HAL TERDAPAT SERTIPIKAT GANDA
Authors: Supriyadi Supriyadi , Sihotang Amri Panahatan
Published: July 2024

Masyarakat RW XIX Kelurahan Sendangmulyo merupakan masyarakat yang homogin terdiri dari berbagai latar belakang ekonomi dan pendidikan yang berbeda beda maka dalam memahami perlindungan hokum terhadap hak milik atas tanah juga berbeda beda terlebih lagi pada permasalahan sertipikat ganda. Berpijak dari hal tersebut fakultas hokum melalui tim pengabdiannya berusaha memberikan penyuluhan untuk meningkatkan pemahaman tersebut dengan harapan masyarakat RW XIX Kelurahan Sendangmulyo menjadi terbuka pola pikirnya dalam memahami permasalahan sertipikat hak milik inilah target dari tim pengabdian Fakultas Hukum Universitas Semarang. Metode yang digunakan melalui penyuluhan dan Tanya jawab yang diperkuat dengan kuisioner pra dan paska Sebagaimana dipahami bersama bahwa tanah merupakan kebutuhan hidup manusia yang paling mendasar sebagai sumber penghidupan dan mata pencaharian, bahkan tanah dan manusia tidak dapat dipisahkan dari semenjak manusia lahir hingga manusia meninggal dunia. Pasal 32 ayat (1) Peraturan Pemerintah Nomor 24 Tahun 1997, sertifikat merupakan surat tanda bukti hak yang berlaku sebagai alat pembuktian yang kuat mengenai data fisik dan data yuridis yang termuat di dalamnya, sepanjang data fisik dan data yuridis tersebut sesuai dengan data yang ada dalam surat ukur dan buku tanah yang bersangkutan. artinya bahwa selama tidak dapat dibuktikan sebaliknya data fisik dan data yuridis yang tercantum di dalam sertipikat harus diterima sebagai data yang benar. Sertifikat dobel/ganda adalah surat tanda bukti kepemilikan hak atas tanah yang diterbitkan oleh lembaga hukum (BPN) yang terbit diatas satu objek hak yang bertindih antara satu objek tanah sebagian atau keseluruhan, yang dapat terjadi suatu akibat hokum Tingkat pemahaman mengenai pentingnya sertipikat dan alur proses terjadinya sertipikat ganda sebelum dilakukan penyuluhan masih sangat minim hal ini diketahui dari kuisioner yang dibagikan, Setelah dilakukan penyuluhan dapat diketahui peningkatan pemahaman masyarakat RW XIX Kelurahan Sendangmulyo mengenai sertipikat hak hal ini dibuktikan dengan hasil kuisioner paska penyuluhan
PENINGKATAN PEMAHAMAN ANAK PANTI ASUHAN BAITUSSALAM KOTA SEMARANG MENGENAI KETAHANAN NASIONAL GUNA MEMPERKUAT KARAKTER BANGSA INDONESIA
Authors: Juita Subaidah Ratna , Triasih Dharu Ratna
Published: July 2024

Sebagai negara kepulauan terbesar dunia, posisi geografis Indonesia membentang pada koordinat 6 LU 11.08 LS dan 95 BT 141.45 BT dan terletak di antara dua benua, Asia di utara, Australia di Selatan, dan dua samudera yaitu Hindia/Indonesia di barat dan Pasifik di timur. Dalam perspektif geopolitik, bentangan posisi geografis ini tentu saja menjadikan Indonesia sebagai Negara yang memiliki bargaining power dan bargaining position strategis dalam percaturan dan hubungan antar bangsa, baik dalam lingkup kawasan maupun global. Hal ini berangkat dari pemikiran bahwa ruang merupakan inti dari geopolitik karena di sana merupakan wadah dinamika politik dan militer. Pada hakikatnya Ketahanan Nasional merupakan kondisi sekaligus konsepsi pembangunan nasional dalam pencapaian tujuan dan cita cita bangsa. Sebagai suatu kondisi, Ketahanan Nasional merupakan kondisi dinamis bangsa yang berisi ketangguhan serta keuletan dan kemampuan bangsa untuk mengembangkan kekuatan nasional dalam menghadapi segala macam dan bentuk ancaman, tantangan, hambatan, dan gangguan baik yang datang dari dalam maupun luar, yang mengancam dan membahayakan integritas, identitas serta kelangsungan hidup bangsa dan negara. Menyadari arti pentingnya pemahaman nilai-nilai empat konsensus nasional yang terdiri dari NKRI, Bhineka Tunggal Ika,  UUD 1945, dan Pancasila bagi keutuhan NKRI dan semakin beratnya tantangan yang dihadapi, seluruh komponen bangsa, termasuk kalangan Perguruan Tinggi, maka berdasarkan hal ini dapat dirumuskan permasalahan dalam   kegiatan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat ini adalah kurangnya pemahaman Anak Panti Asuhan Baitussalam mengenai   Ketahanan Nasional guna Memperkuat Karakter Bangsa Indonesia. .  Kegiatan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat ini dilakukan dengan metode ceramah, diskusi dan tanya jawab. Dalam kegiatan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat ini, Anak Panti Asuhan Baitussalam Kota Semarang memperoleh informasi dan pemahaman   mengenai implementasi   ketahanan nasional guna memperkuat karakter bangsa Indonesia. Hasil pelaksanaan kegiatan ini menunjukkan bahwa, sebelum pelaksanaan kegiatan, Anak Panti Asuhan Baitussalam Kota Semarang belum memahami dan mengerti, dan setelah dilakukan penyuluhan Anak Panti Asuhan Baitussalam Kota Semarang bertambah wawasan mengenai implementasi   ketahanan nasional guna memperkuat karakter bangsa Indonesia, hal ini   ditunjukkan dengan terjadi peningkatan rata-rata pemahaman secara umum dari 10 peserta sebesar 70 %.
PENINGKATAN PEMAHAMAN HUKUM MENGENAI SANKSI BAGI MASYARAKAT YANG TIDAK MENGGUNAKAN MASKERPADA MASA PANDEMI COVID-19 DI PANTI ASUHAN AMAL MULIA MUTA ALIMIN KOTA SEMARANG
Authors: Ni Tri
Published: July 2024

ABSTRAK

Wabah Coronavirus Disease (Covid-19) menjadi Isu kesehatan yang paling menggemparkan seluruh dunia. Corona virus jenis baru yang ditemukan pada manusia sejak kejadian luar biasa muncul di Wuhan China, pada Desember 2019. Penyebaran sangat cepat sekali hingga ke luar wilayah Wuhan dan negara lain. Sampai dengan 16 Februari 2020, secara global dilaporkan 51.857 kasus konfimasi di 25 negara dengan 1.669 kematian (CFR 3,2%). Virus ini juga menyebar di Indonesia sangat cepat sekali. Berbagai upaya dilakukan untuk melakukan pencegahan dan pengendalian, mulai dari penghentian aktivitas dari berbagai bidang yaitu bidang pendidikan, sosial budaya, ekonomi, keagamaan, dan lain sebagainya. Mewajibkan pola hidup bersih dengan selalu cuci tangan, hingga menggnakan masker dalam melakukan setiap aktivitas di tempat dan fasilitas umum. Upaya yang dilakukan pemerintah, baik pemerintah pust hingga daerah, nampaknya agak diabaikan oleh masyarakat, sehingga angka penderita pasien covid-19 terus meningkat. Untuk menjamin masyarakat, terpaksa pemerintah mengambil langkah tegas, seperti halnya di Pemerintah Kota Semarang, yaitu dengan memberikan sanksi bagi masyarakat yang tidak mematuhi pembatasan yang telah ditentukan pemerintah. Payung hukumnya adalah Peraturan Wali Kota Semarang Nomor 57 Tahun 2020 tentang Pelaksanaan Pembatasan Kegiatan Masyarakat Dalam Rangka Pencegahan dan Pengendalian Corona Virus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) di Kota Semarang. Untuk menumbuhkan kesadaran hukum masyarakat, maka perlu dilakukan pengabdian kepada masyarakat dalam bentuk memberikan pemahaman hukum khususnya pada Anak Panti Asuhan Amal Mulia Muta alimin Kota Semarang mengenai sanksi bagi masyarakat yang tidak menggunakan masker pada masa covid-19, dengan harapan darai sosialisasi ini dapat dibagikan kepada masyarakat lainnya. Pengabdian ini dilakukan dengan cara ceramah dan Tanya jawab secara langsung dan evaluasi dengan penyebaran kuesioner sebelum dan sesudah kegiatan dilaksanakan. Adapun hasil pengabdian dengan tema pemahaman hukum mengenai sanksi bagi masyarakat yang tidak menggunakan masker pada masa covid-19, menunjukkan adanya peningkatan 22%.

  

  
PENINGKATAN PEMAHAMAN SISWA MADRASAH ALIYAH YPI KLAMBU GROBOGAN TENTANG PERATURAN LALU LINTAS
Authors: Arif Deni Bustanul , Pujiastuti Endah
Published: July 2024

Pelanggaran lalu lintas yang terjadi di wilayah Kabupaten Grobogan dari tahun ke tahun mengalami kecenderungan meningkat.Pelanggaran lalu lintas menjadikan salah satu penyebab terjadinya kecelakaan lalu lintas   di wilayah Kabupaten Grobogan. Yang memprihatikan, pelaku pelanggaran lalu lintas tersebut berstatus sebagai pelajar. Berdasar survey awal yang telah dilakukan diketahui bahwa siswa MA YPI Klambu Grobogan belum memahami dengan baik dan benar peraturan berlalu lintas Berpijak pada kondisi tersebut serta argumen bahwa membangun para generasi muda khususnya para pelajar untuk tertib hukum dalam berlalu lintas merupakan suatu kebutuhan maka perlu dilakukan langkah untuk meningkatkan pemahaman siswa MA YPI Klambu Grobogan tentang peraturan berlalu lintas. Kegiatan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat ini dilakukan   dengan   metode ceramah, tanya jawab, serta kuestioner sebelum dan sesudah kegiatan dilaksanakan. Pengabdian ini dilaksanakan oleh tim pelaksana yang terdiri dari 1 (satu) orang ketua, dan 1 (satu) orang anggota. Tim pelaksana ini adalah para dosen Fakultas Hukum Universitas Semarang yang berkompeten dalam penguasaan materi mengenai peraturan lalu lintas. Adapun hasil pengabdian yang mengambil tema peraturan lalu lintas ini berdasarkan rata-rata mengalami kenaikan sebesar 67,3%.
PENINGKATAN KESADARAN HUKUM PERLINDUNGAN KONSUMEN DALAM TRANSAKSI E-COMMERCE BAGI SISWA DI SMA NEGERI 1 PALU
Authors: Rachman Rahmia
Published: July 2024

Transaksi online merupakan cara baru dalam melakukan kegiatan jual beli dengan memanfaatkan kemajuan teknologi informasi.  Tidak dapat dipungkiri bahwa  pengguna internet di Indonesia  rata-rata adalah remaja. Remaja dalam hal ini adalah siswa Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA).  Pengetahuan akan aturan perlindungan konsumen dalam transaksi online yang dilakukan masyarakat khususnya para siswa tersebut dianggap sangat perlu mengingat tingginya tingkat transaksi online yang mereka lakukan setiap harinya.  Kegiatan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat ini dilaksanakan di SMA Negeri 1 Palu.  Rumusan permasalahan dalam kegiatan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat ini yaitu kurangnya pemahaman siswa SMA Negeri 1 Palu mengenai  perlindungan hukum bagi konsumen yang melakukan transaksi  e-commerce.  Metode pelaksanaan pada kegiatan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat ini dilakukan dengan metode pre test, ceramah, diskusi dan tanya jawab serta post test. Dalam kegiatan ini, siswa SMA Negeri 1 Palu memperoleh informasi dan pemahaman mengenai  perlindungan  hukum bagi konsumen yang melakukan  transaksi  e-commerce. Hasil pelaksanaan kegiatan ini menunjukkan bahwa, sebelum pelaksanaan kegiatan siswa SMA Negeri 1 Palu belum banyak yang memahami dan mengerti, dan setelah dilakukan penyuluhan siswa SMA Negeri 1 Palu bertambah wawasan mengenai perlindungan konsumen, baik dari segi pengertian, dasar hukum,  langkah hukum  hingga  sanksi yang diberikan ke penjual  jika ada haknya pembeli yang dilanggar, hal ini ditunjukkan dengan terjadi peningkatan rata-rata pemahaman secara umum dari 44 peserta sebesar 14%.
PENINGKATAN PEMAHAMAN SISWA SMK NEGERI 4 SEMARANG MENGENAI ASPEK HUKUM GAME ONLINE
Authors: Mulyani Tri
Published: July 2024

Game online adalah sebuah permainan (games) yang dimainkan di dalam suatu jaringan, permaianan ini biasanya dimainkan secara bersamaan dengan pemain. Payung hukum Game online adalah Peraturan Menteri Kominfo Nomor 11 Tahun 2016 tentang Klasifikasi Permainan Interaktif Elektronik. Game online sangat diminati mulai dari kalangan anak-anak, remaja dewasa bahkan orang tua. Game online sesungguhnya diperbolehkan, namun ketika game online bernuansa perjudian yaitu game judi online, maka akan ada akibat hukumnya, yaitu dikenai sanksi berdasarkan Pasal 303  bis  ayat (1) Kitab Undang-Undang Hukum Pidana Jucto  Pasal 45 ayat (2) Undang-Undang Nomor 19 Tahun 2016 tentang Perubahan Undang-Undang No. 11 Tahun 2008 tentang Informasi dan Transaksi Elektronik. Bertitik tolak dari sinilah, maka perlu dilakukan pengabdian kepada masyarakat dalam bentuk Pemahaman Siswa di SMK Negeri 4 Semarang. Pengabdian ini dilakukan dengan cara ceramah dan tanya jawab secara langsung dan evaluasi dengan penyebaran kuesioner sebelum dan sesudah kegiatan dilaksanakan. Hasil pengolahan kuesionar dari kegiatan PKM menunjukkan bahwa pemahaman   Siswa SMK Negeri 4 Semarang mengenai aspek hukum game online, menunjukkan adanya peningkatan 47,74%, itu artinya bahwa terdapat respon yang positif dari Siswa SMK Negeri 4 Semarang mengenai aspek hukum game online.
Penggunaan Metode Ajar Demonstrasi Pada Mata Pelajaran Pendidikan Lingkungan Hidup dalam Meningkatkan Kesadaran Lingkungan
Authors: Syaputri Martika Dini
Published: July 2024

Kondisi lingkungan di Indonesia semakin buruk. Pihak strategis untuk dilibatkan dalam menjaga lingkungan adalah pihak sekolah, dimana mata pelajaran pendidikan lingkungan hidup sudah diberikan semenjak sekolah dasar. Namun karena penggunaan metode yang kurang tepat menjadikan tidak tercapainya capaian pembelajaran. Kegiatan ini dilakukan dengan memberikan pengajaran pendidikan lingkungan hidup dengan menggunakan metode demonstrasi sehingga mampu meningkatkan kesadaran lingkungan bagi siswa. Metode pelaksanaan kegiatan ini melalui tahapan antara lain: penentuan mitra, perizinan, observasi, penyusunan program, pelaksanaan program dan pelaporan kegiatan. Berdasarkan kegiatan yang dilakukan bahwa metode demonstrasi sangat efektif dilakukan, dimana siswa lebih antusias dan bersemangat. Bahasan yang diberikan mengenai pencemaran lingkungan dan pengelolaan sampah. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan bahwa  berdasarkan hasil post test menunjukkan peningkatan pemahaman siswa terhadap pokok bahasan serta siswa mampu membuang sampah berdasarkan kriteria sampah. Metode ajar demonstrasi dapat digunakan para pendidik untuk pendidikan lingkungan hidup agar lebih bervariasi dan tidak selalu menggunakan metode ceramah.
A study on work-life balance of women employees in Thiruvananthapuram district
Authors: Jasna E. , Sasaki R.
Published: July 2024

In the modern world, 'work-life balance' is seen as one of the key concerns essential to the success of an enterprise. However, varied societies have varied perspectives on work-life balance. The purpose of this paper is to identify the factors that contribute to work-life imbalance. This study focuses on women working in various industries in Thiruvananthapuram district, where female employees face more challenges balancing work and life than their male counterparts. Based on primary research, a sample of forty female employees from various firms were chosen for this study. Questionnaires were used to determine the factors contributing to work-life imbalance. According to the study, the main causes of female employees' difficulties in maintaining work-life balance include long working hours, job rigidity, work overload, childcare responsibilities, bias and discrimination at work, lack of supervisor support, a dominant managerial style, and insufficient family support. The study concludes by proposing organized guidelines for businesses to follow, aimed at enabling female employees to harmoniously and successfully integrate their home and professional lives, while mitigating the aforementioned causes.
Comparative analysis of Finite Difference Method (FDM) and Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs)
Authors: Wasif Khan , Shahbaz Ahmad
Published: July 2024

In this analysis, the solutions of the Linear and Non-Linear models are explored and compared using two distinct methods: the Finite Difference Method (FDM) and the Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs). Initially, the solution is derived employing the principles of FDM, followed by solving the same problem using the methodology of PINNs. Subsequently, a comparative examination of the solution graphs with the exact solution is conducted.
The hull domination number of a graph
Authors: V. Mary Gleeta , C. N. Celine Priya
Published: July 2024

For a connected graph G = (V, E), the hull number h(G) of a graph G is the minimum cardinality of a set of vertices whose convex hull contains all vertices of G. A hull set S in a connected graph G is called a minimal hull set of G if no proper subset of S is a hull set of G.A subset D of vertices in G is called a dominating set if every vertex not in D has at least one neighbor in D. A Hull dominating set M is both a Hull and a dominating set. The hull (domination, hull domination) number h(G),(γ(G),γh(G)) of G is the minimum cardinality among all hull (dominating, hull dominating) sets in G. Hull domination number of certain classes of graphs are determined. Connected graph of order p with hull domination number p or p-1 are characterized. It is shown that for every two integers a,b≥2 with 2≤a≤b, there is a connected graph G such that γh (G)=a and γg (G)=b, where γg (G) is the geodetic domination number of a graph.