bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Xây dựng quy trình định lượng arbutin trong kem làm trắng da bằng phương pháp sắc kí lỏng hiệu năng cao
Authors: Từ Minh Thành
Published: February 2024

Arbutin được xem như là tiêu chuẩn vàng trong lĩnh vực dược mĩ phẩm với cơ chế tác động an toàn nên được sử dụng nhiều trong các chế phẩm kem làm trắng da. Tuy nhiên chưa ghi nhận thấy các nghiên cứu về xây dựng quy trình định lượng arbutin ở Việt Nam nên nghiên cứu được tiến hành nhằm mục đích khảo sát các điều kiện sắc kí và xây dựng quy trình định lượng hoạt chất arbutin bằng phương pháp sắc kí lỏng hiệu năng cao với đầu dò dãy diod quang. Hệ sắc kí được chọn với cột sắc kí LiChrospher® 100 RP-18 (25 cm ´ 4 mm ´ 5 µm); đầu dò PDA đặt trong dải bước sóng từ 190 – 800 nm, lấy sắc kí đồ ở 283 nm; pha động H2O:ACN (80:20); tốc độ dòng 0,5 mL/phút, thể tích tiêm mẫu 40 mL; không gia nhiệt cho cột. Quy trình định lượng được thẩm định đạt tính tương thích hệ thống, tính đặc hiệu, tính tuyến tính, độ đúng và độ chính xác; LOD và LOQ đạt yêu cầu theo Hướng dẫn nội dung và phương pháp của Hội nghị Hài hòa Quốc tế (International Conference on Harmonization – ICH). Nghiên cứu đã xây dựng thành công quy trình định lượng arbutin và có thể ứng định để phân tích các loại kem làm trắng da có chứa arbutin trên thị trường.
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Qabq in the Geographical work and Maps in Abu Muhammad al-Idrisi’s Nuzhat al-mushtaq fi ikhtiraq al-afaq
Authors: Gizbulaev Magomed A.
Published: February 2024

The article gives new information on the history of peoples of the Caucasus on the basis of translation, commentary and comparative analysis of excerpts from the 12th c. Arabic geographical work Nuzhat al-mushtaq fi ikhtiraq al-afaq (The Delight of Him Who Desires to Journey through the Climates) by Abu Muhammad al-Idrisi, as well as based on early sources by some Muslim authors related to the history of Qabq. For the first time in Russian historiography, it compares textual fragments from Nuzhat al-mushtaq with its maps of the given region in order to determine the degree of coherence between them, and it also delineates the differences between al-Idrisi’s maps in the Paris, St. Petersburg and Oxford manuscripts on Qabq.
Alat Monitoring Kualitas Air Minum Menggunakan Sensor TDS Berbasis Internet of Things
Authors: Rouhillah  , Rizki Faulianur  , Fira Fazila
Published: February 2024

Water is a natural resource that is very important for life, especially for humans. Human needs for clean water always increase from years to years. Mineral water from the depot makes it easier for consumers to choose the quality of mineral water. This final project aims to make a drinking water quality monitoring tool with a Total Dissolved Solid (TDS) sensor that can read dissolved substances in water. The microcontroller used to store sensor data is a NodeMCU ESP8266, the data is sent to Firebase then the data in Firebase will be forwarded to Android with Internet of Thing (IoT) technology. The result of the average error percentage for the comparison of the TDS sensor with the TDS meter is 16.82%. All test results from five samples of TDS sensor data and TDS meter can be concluded that the quality of drinking water is very good, because the sensor readings are below 300 PPM.
Synergistic and Competence of Native Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria on Direct Mechanism on Growth Plants: A Review
Authors:   Department of Soil Science and Land Resources, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Padjadjaran Jl. Raya Bandung Sumedang Km 21 Jatinangor, Sumedang, Utami Diyah Sri , Setiawati Mieke Rochimi ,   Department of Soil Science and Land Resources, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Padjadjaran Jl. Raya Bandung Sumedang Km 21 Jatinangor, Sumedang, Simarmata Tualar ,   Department of Soil Science and Land Resources, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Padjadjaran Jl. Raya Bandung Sumedang Km 21 Jatinangor, Sumedang
Published: February 2024

The most significant challenges facing farmers and plant producers worldwide are minimizing or neutralizing the impacts of environmental pressures on agricultural plants, safeguarding against pests and diseases, and simultaneously maintaining optimal plant growth and development. The environment and raising food quality standards require minimizing using of chemicals fertilizer. Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) have the ability to promote plant growth through a range of mechanisms, both direct and indirect. These mechanisms include mineral solubilization, phytohormone and siderophore synthesis, and the utilization of extra secondary metabolites and enzymes. PGPR have a prospect in biofetilizer can improve the effectiveness of fertilization.
O direito ao acesso à informação pública e o uso das tecnologias enquanto instrumentos modificadores do comportamento estatal
Authors: Rospa Aline Martins
Published: February 2024

O Estado passa pelo contínuo desafio de se adaptar às novas demandas trazidas pela globalização e pela sociedade em rede, na qual houve um crescimento no uso das tecnologias de informação e comunicação entre o cidadão e o ente estatal. Garantir o acesso às informações públicas solicitadas pelo cidadão é de fundamental importância em um Estado Democrático de Direito. Desse modo, a promulgação de leis específicas garantindo o acesso às informações públicas visa incentivar a participação popular no sentido de efetivar mudanças necessárias no comportamento do poder público, que deve priorizar ao máximo a transparência na divulgação das informações públicas. Empregou-se o método dedutivo para direcionar a pesquisa documental e bibliográfica sobre o direito ao acesso à informação pública.
Aplicação do ensino de ciências na análise da melhoria biomecânica gerada por tênis com placa de carbono: análise via tracker
Authors: Da Silva Lucas Silva , Rodrigues Wanderson Oliveira , De Souza Rafaella Cristine , Amaral Natarsia Camila Luso , Ferreira Suelen Rocha Botão , Ferreira Welberth Santos
Published: February 2024

A biomecânica, uma disciplina que aplica as leis da Mecânica a estruturas orgânicas, ganha destaque ao explorarmos o sistema locomotor humano. Nosso foco recai sobre a locomoção humana, particularmente no contexto dos atletas, que enfrentam diversas forças durante treinos e competições. A evolução dos calçados utilizados por atletas profissionais e amadores despertou nossa curiosidade. Optamos pelo software tracker para conduzir nosso estudo, uma escolha que nos possibilitou realizar análises, tanto com movimento quanto sem, para cada tipo de tênis. Como resultado, constatamos que os tênis com placa de carbono exercem uma influência direta no desempenho, associada ao peso do usuário. Além disso, observamos que o formato curvo da sola impulsiona o atleta para frente, enquanto o formato reto do tênis sem placa não favorece a eficiente transferência de força a cada passo. Em resumo, nossa metodologia baseada no software tracker evidenciou melhorias significativas nos tênis que incorporavam a placa de carbono.
Rotulagem nutricional e o consumidor: uma ferramenta promotora da segurança alimentar e nutricional
Authors: Silva Camylla Karolayne dos Santos , Da Silva Fabio Adriano Ribeiro , Santos Naiara Emanuela da Silva
Published: February 2024

A rotulagem nutricional tem como papel, orientar o consumidor através de informações propostas no ato da sua compra, o que apresenta um fator de impacto favorável na promoção da saúde. No entanto no Brasil, o consumidor não detém do conhecimento dessa ferramenta educacional a seu favor o que agrava a percepção sobre a escolha alimentar equilibrada. Compreender a rotulagem nutricional como ferramenta de comunicação e promoção da segurança alimentar e nutricional para consumidores da população brasileira. O presente trabalho foi desenvolvido através de uma revisão narrativa da literatura entre os meses de fevereiro a dezembro de 2022. Para o levantamento literário foram consultadas as plataformas de dados referenciadas em saúde, tais como Scientific Electronic Library Online (Scielo), sites governamentais e Ministério da Saúde (MS). Foram incluídos trabalhos publicados na integra disponíveis da língua portuguesa com acesso gratuito nos últimos dez anos correspondentes de publicação, foram excluídos livros, canais de eventos, cartilhas, trabalhos não disponíveis na integra e os trabalhos publicados acima dos últimos dez anos. Espera-se que o consumidor brasileiro, compreenda a importância de se ater a leitura dos rótulos, não somente para observar a validade dos produtos, mas, principalmente para ter o entendimento de consultar as informações nutricionais contidas no rótulo, podendo assim fazer uma escolha mais saudável.
Avanços na odontologia: o papel da inteligência artificial em diagnósticos precisos
Authors: Domingues César Augusto Moreira , Ribeiro Maria Eugênia Domingueti Rabelo , Orlandi Lara Evangelista , Rodrigues Rodrigo , Pessanha Gabriel Rodrigo Gomes , Fernandes Leandro Araújo , De Lima Daniela Coêlho , Gomes Heloisa de Sousa
Published: February 2024

A integração da Inteligência Artificial (IA) na odontologia, especialmente por meio de Redes Neurais (RNs), tem revolucionado a prática odontológica. Estudos recentes revelam aplicações relevantes em diagnóstico, radiologia, endodontia e periodontia, com potencial para aprimorar a precisão diagnóstica de lesões de cárie e lesões bucais (como o câncer de boca) e otimizar decisões clínicas. Apesar das perspectivas promissoras, a adoção generalizada da IA em consultórios odontológicos enfrenta impasses como questões de responsabilidade e confiança pública. O objetivo deste trabalho foi investigar o potencial da IA como uma ferramenta de aprimoramento na odontologia. Para isso foi realizada uma revisão de literatura a partir de buscas nas bases de dados SciELO e Pubmed com as palavras-chave "Dentistry and AI," "AI and diagnosis," "AI and radiology," "AI and endodontics," "AI and cariology," "AI and health,", "AI and challenges" “AI and oral cancer" e “AI and periodontics”. Incluiu-se, nos parâmetros de busca, apenas artigos publicados entre 2008 e 2022 nas línguas inglesa, portuguesa e espanhola. Além disso, incorporou-se ao estudo 3 artigos publicados antes de 2008 para fins teóricos. Ao fim do processo, analisou-se um total de 33 artigos científicos. A IA, quando aplicada, desempenha um papel crucial no diagnóstico odontológico, no planejamento de tratamentos e na radiologia. Ela exibe uma precisão e consistência importantes para identificar condições como cárie dentária e lesões periapicais. Mesmo com todos os desafios a serem enfrentados, o potencial da IA como uma ferramenta valiosa na odontologia é evidente, pois oferece uma precisão diagnóstica aprimorada e auxilia nas decisões de tratamento.
Relevância da qualidade da água no ganho de peso em bovinos de corte com genética híbrida, criados de maneira semi extensiva
Authors: Frata Gustavo Almeida , Mercadante Junior Carlos Mauricio Dias
Published: February 2024

A pecuária de corte em trato semi extensivo no Triângulo Mineiro, tem como prática usual na dessedentação dos animais, fornecer água de vereda acumulada em pequenas represas que ficam à disposição dos animais em tempo integral. Por estarem ao nível do terreno, a água destes açudes fica sujeita a possíveis contaminações causadas por diversos fatores tais como fezes e urina de animais que a utilizam entre outros fatores infectantes, podendo comprometer o desempenho do rebanho que delas fazem uso. Dentro do processo produtivo da cria, recria e engorda de bovinos, o produtor se mantem atento aos protocolos de trabalho e suas particularidades, na procura de um resultado que se mostrará positivo quanto maior for o ganho de peso dos animais. Dentro deste universo, a água é sabiamente o insumo mais importante para a sobrevivência dos animais, oferta-la em abundância, se faz necessário sabendo-se, que o animal poderá beber até 4 litros de água para cada quilo de matéria seca ingerida. Mas apesar da importância da água ser inquestionável, a qualidade desta água não tem merecido uma atenção maior quando se pergunta, qual o percentual de peso a mais, se houver, será obtido com o fornecimento de uma água de melhor qualidade para a dessedentação. O estudo procurou desenvolver um trabalho comparativo entre dois grupos de 16 animais cada, com idade em torno de 30 meses, com características genéticas semelhantes, separados em dois piquetes com áreas equivalentes, com o mesmo tipo de pastagem e a mesma complementação alimentar, sendo a água fornecida para a dessedentação a única variável. No Piquete 1, a água foi ofertada em um tanque elevado ao solo, recebendo água canalizada de uma cisterna projetada para o estudo e clorada, no Piquete 2 a água que os animais beberam era de vereda, acumulada em uma represa ao nível do solo sem nenhum tipo de tratamento. Critérios normativos pautados pelas legislações vigentes nortearam as três análises realizadas nas águas ofertadas. Os animais foram pesados inicialmente para certificação de um peso semelhante entre os dois grupos, em sequência foram pesados mensalmente durante os três meses de trabalhos de campo, com a conclusão final ao terceiro mês que, o grupo de 16 bovinos que consumiram água de cisterna fornecida em bebedouro e clorada, obtiveram um ganho de peso de 26,32% em relação aos animais que tiveram para dessedentação, água de vereda depositada em uma represa sem nenhum tipo de tratamento.
Depressão em idosos domiliciados no município de Patos
Authors: Januário Kalina Lígia Alves de Medeiros , De Sousa Milena Nunes Alves
Published: February 2024

Dentre as diversas morbidades de caráter crônico que mais afetam a população idosa, encontra-se a depressão, um grave problema de saúde pública. Uma das formas de prestar uma qualificada atenção à saúde mental do idoso, no âmbito da Atenção Primária à Saúde, é por meio de visitas domiciliares, as quais constituem um instrumento facilitador na abordagem do usuário e sua família. Este estudo tem como objetivo avaliar a prevalência da depressão em idosos acamados ou domiciliados atendidos na Atenção Primária à saúde no município de Patos. O presente estudo se caracteriza como um estudo de campo, do tipo descritivo transversal, com um método de abordagem do problema de caráter quanti-qualitativo. A amostra foi formada por 20 usuários idosos acamados ou domiciliados que recebem atendimento por meio de visitas domiciliares como estratégia de atenção à saúde da Unidade Básica de Saúde Rita Palmeira. O instrumento de coleta de dados deste estudo se deu por meio da Escala de Depressão Geriátrica, um instrumento já validado no Brasil. Percebeu-se que, dos 20 idosos pesquisados, a maioria era do sexo feminino, a faixa etária prevalente foi de idosos com mais de 81 anos e o tempo de atendimento variou entre 3 meses e 5 anos, e dificuldades de locomoção, osteoporose e Acidente Vascular Cerebral foram os motivos de atendimento domiciliar predominante nesta amostra, havendo prevalência de dificuldades de locomoção por doenças e comorbidades no aparelho locomotor. Quanto a prevalência de depressão, a maioria da amostra possui uma pontuação que indica depressão/depressão leve. Por fim, conclui-se que a Escala de Depressão Geriátrica constitui um instrumento de suma importância na prática da clínica médica durante o rastreio da depressão geriátrica, nos idosos submetidos acamados. Sua utilização é de fácil aplicabilidade e previne a evolução de incapacidades funcionais que comprometam a qualidade de vida deste grupo populacional, assim como, o desenvolvimento de outras comorbidades.
Aldeia da Jaqueira em Porto Seguro – BA: como a ciência pode contribuir com sua conservação
Authors: Cunha Ricardo Almeida , Rabbani Roberto Muhájir Rahnemay , Rabbani Allívia Rouse Carregosa , Mathlouthi Rahma Bentirou
Published: February 2024

Localizada no município de Porto Seguro (BA), a Aldeia da Jaqueira além de ser um lugar de resistência da cultura Pataxó, abriga grande diversidade ambiental apesar dos anos de exploração, sobretudo, de madeiras na região do Extremo Sul da Bahia bem como o descaso com as políticas públicas efetivas para a conservação do seu território. Um dos problemas dessa relação está na dicotomia entre a preservação cultural desses povos e a inevitável influência de fatores externos em seus territórios, como por exemplo, o turismo e, um certo grau de urbanização. Para as questões dos povos originários, as principais ações desenvolvidas em gestão territorial e ambiental são a elaboração e implementação de Planos de Gestão Territorial e Ambiental de Terras Indígenas – PGTAs. O objetivo principal desse artigo foi de realizar um diagnóstico ambiental na aldeia da Jaqueira para oferecer uma reflexão de como a ciência pode contribuir com gestão ambiental da Aldeia da Jaqueira buscando uma aproximação da ciência sem suprimir os conhecimentos tradicionais dos povos originários; e nesse sentido Porto Seguro é um território fértil para a prática dessa relação em que os dois lados têm um longo caminho na aprendizagem mútua.
Variáveis de influência da produtividade na extração de madeira em um sistema de toras curtas
Authors: Masioli William , Fiedler Nilton César , Brisson Estefany Vaz , De Almeida Antônio Thiago Soares , Lacerda Leonardo Cassani
Published: February 2024

A previsão linear de variáveis da colheita de madeira pode ser utilizada pelos gestores florestais no planejamento operacional, para estimar a eficiência da operação em povoamentos com características populacionais e operacionais semelhantes. Este trabalho verificou a influência de váriaveis da produtividade na extração de madeira em um sistema de toras curtas. Foram obtidos dados de tecnologia embarcada das operações de colheita dos meses de janeiro a junho de 2022 em povoamentos florestais de Eucaliptus sp., conduzidos sob regime de corte raso aos 7 anos. Em seguida, foram caracterizados os elementos parciais da operação, obtidos os índices de produtividade (m³/he), eficiência operacional (%) e disponibilidade mecânica (%). Em seguida foram conduzidos ajustes lineares da produtividade efetiva em função das variáveis distância média de extração (m), densidade do povoamento (n), volume médio individual (m³) e volume médio por hectare (m³). A qualidade dos ajustes lineares foi estabelecida pelo coeficiente de determinação ajustado (R²ajust). Os ajustes de regressão linear foram eficazes para representar a relação da produtividade com variáveis diretas de influência na extração de madeira com o forwarder, onde as variáveis densidade do plantio, volume medio individual e volume médio por hectare expressaram uma relação diretamente proporcional a produtividade efetiva, enquanto a distância média de extração foi verificado uma relação indiretamente proporcional a produtividade efetiva.
ECONOMIC ASSESSMENT OF REFUSE-DERIVED FUEL (RDF) PRODUCTION AS WASTE MANAGEMENT STRATEGY AND ALTERNATIVE FUEL IN CEMENT KILNS
Authors: Zahir Baiq Halvera Metrimagista , Nurcahyo Rahmat , Farizal  , Wibowo Alan Dwi
Published: February 2024

Background: The growing issues about waste management and climate change compel the exploration and implementation of sustainable energy solutions derived from waste. In this context, Refuse-Derived Fuel (RDF), a processed solid fuel generated from municipal solid waste (MSW), presents itself as a promising strategy. By offering an alternative to conventional fossil fuels, RDF can mitigate the environmental impact of MSW and potentially reduce greenhouse gas emissions. RDF can provide cleaner energy for a more sustainable future.
 
Objective: This study aims to evaluate the RDF site's economic condition, revenue generation, costs, and the net benefit from RDF production in RDF Plant-based landfills in Indonesia.
 
Method: In addition, cost–benefit analysis (CBA) was carried out to study the economic factors.
Result: According to cost-benefit analysis, benefits are higher than production costs. The net benefit gained in this study is IDR 33.035.853.659, with each ton of RDF offering IDR 1.242.977 in benefits.  The study revealed that revenue per ton RDF is about IDR 414.000, with a production cost RDF of 342.388 per ton.
 
Conclusion: The study concludes that utilizing all generated waste into RDF presents a financially beneficial strategy for municipalities and consumers (cement kilns). Findings indicate the potential for RDF implementation to yield cost savings and land savings.
ELEMENTAL COMPOSITION OF BOTTOM SEDIMENTS AND PERMAFROST DEPOSITS FROM THE BUOR-KHAYA BAY (LAPTEV SEA)
Authors: Ulyantsev Aleksandr S. , Polyakova Natalya V.
Published: February 2024

The paper summarizes data on the lithological and elemental composition of bottom sediments and permafrost from boreholes 1D-14, 3D-14 and 1D-15 drilled in Buor-Khaya Bay in 2014-2015. Based on the results of determining the percentage content of SiO2, Al2O3, Fe2O3, TiO2, MgO, Na2O, K2O, CaO, MnO, P2O5, Cl, Cr, S, Ni, Cu, Zn, Rb, Sr, Ba, Y, Zr, organic carbon in sediments, lithochemical modules values were calculated and comparative analysis of the lithological and geochemical composition was performed. Principal differences between near-continental (1D-14 and 3D-14) and relatively distant from land (1D-15) strata were established, which is explained by spatial and temporal variability in sedimentary fluxes and weathering crust activity in the studied area of the Laptev Sea. The results of the study allowed to conclude that the basis of the petrofund of the studied deposits are most likely sedimentary rocks of the Kharaulakh ridge of the Verkhoyansk mountain system (sandstones, siltstones and mudstones). The contribution of igneous and metamorphic rocks to the sedimentary supply in the strata uncovered by drilling was insignificant.
Electrochemical behaviour of Ti6Al4V porous structures fabricated by powder metallurgy route
Authors: Singh Maninder , Gill Amoljit Singh , Deol Parneet Kaur
Published: February 2024

In this investigation, the powder metallurgy process was used to fabricate porous structures of Ti6Al4V alloy by adding space holder powder particles. The samples were fabricated with varying levels of compaction pressure and other process parameters were kept unchanged in order to investigate the variation in electrochemical behaviour. It was observed that a lower level of compaction pressure resulted in an increase in corrosion current density and rate and a decrease in polarisation resistance. The sample's inability to achieve passivity against electrochemical corrosion, when fabricated using a lower level of compaction pressure, was linked to a higher number of interconnecting micropores. The results of the microstructure analysis confirmed the significant densification of the powder particles when higher compaction pressure was used. The study recommends that a compaction pressure of 300 MPa or higher may be used for fabricating porous structures for biomedical applications.
Taxonomic investigation of monilophytes from North Waziristan Tribal District KP, Pakistan
Authors: Aziz Tariq , Gul Alia , Alam Jan
Published: February 2024

Floristic surveys and assessment of relationships between species richness and elevational gradients help in developing more efficient conserving strategies for biodiversity under climate change. North Waziristan Tribal District (NWD) has been identified as the second largest district in FATA. The study area encompasses diverse altitudes, ranging from 600 m to over 3000 m. Due to its distinct geological history, low temperature, and rich biodiversity, the North Waziristan Tribal District gives an excellent opportunity to assess taxonomic distribution of ferns. Field visits were conducted during 2021, thoroughly documenting fern species along with essential field-related characteristics such as habits, habitats, GPS coordinates, etc. Floristic studies of ferns (monilophytes) from NWD showed that it has an exceptionally diverse monilophyte flora. A total of 114 fern specimens were collected during these field visits. After a comprehensive examination, 17 species distributed across 13 genera and 7 families were identified. The predominant family was Pteridaceae, comprising six species, followed by Aspleniaceae and Thelypteridaceae with three species each. Additionally, Dryopteridaceae accounted for two species, while the remaining three had only one species each. Asplenium was the leading genus, documented with three species, followed by Pteris, Cheilanthes, and Adiantum, each with two species. Finally, a dichotomous key was made based on morphological, anatomical, and palynological characters for identification and characterization purposes. In terms of altitude, the highest number of taxa were observed at elevations above 2200 m, while the lowest species count was reported between 600 -1000 m. Species richness of ferns reached to a maximum at moderate elevations, which could have been due to combination of moderately low temperature and high humidity. Ethnobotanical documentation revealed eight species, six genera, and four families within the study area.
EFFECTIVENESS OF MANUAL THERAPY AND ADJUVANT THERAPY IN KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS: A LITERATURE REVIEW
Authors: KHATOON AASIYA , AHMED RAMSHA
Published: February 2024

Background: A common degenerative joint condition called osteoarthritis (OA) is marked by increasing loss of cartilage, joint discomfort, and reduced function. Treatment plans for knee OA usually combine pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures. The potential benefits of manual and adjuvant therapy in controlling symptoms of OA have drawn interest among non-pharmacological techniques.
Objective: This review of the literature intends to assess the impact of manual therapy and complementary therapies on knee OA. The main goals were to determine how effectively manual therapies and adjuvant therapies work to improve pain, function, and quality of life in people with knee OA.
Methodology: A deliberate research of electronic databases such as PubMed, Cochrane Library, and Embase was carried out to pinpoint appropriate RCTs that were released from 2018 onwards.
Result: Fifteen RCTs in all that met the inclusion criteria were found during the review. These studies' findings imply that manual therapies can significantly enhance pain alleviation, physical function, and patient-reported outcomes for people with osteoarthritis in their knees, either when used alone or in conjunction with adjunctive therapies.
Conclusion: The use of manual and adjuvant therapy to address the symptoms of osteoarthritis in the knee shows potential. However, more investigation is necessary to determine the best course of action and the long-term effectiveness of manual and complementary therapy in the management of knee osteoarthritis. This includes large-scale RCTs with extended follow-up periods.
Keywords: Knee Osteoarthritis, Manual Therapy, Adjuvant Therapy, Pain, Mobilisation.
3rd Annual Rocky Mountain Spectroscopy Conference Abstracts of Papers
Authors:   Rocky Mountain Conference
Published: February 2024

Abstracts of papers presented at the 3rd annual meeting of the Rocky Mountain Spectroscopy Conference, sponsored by the Rocky Mountain Section of the Society for Applied Spectroscopy. Held in Denver, Colorado, August 8-9, 1960.
Analytical Investigation of Arrhenius Kinetics with Heat Source/Sink Impacts along a Heated Superhydrophobic Microchannel
Authors: Ojemeri Godwin , Obiajulu Isaac Onwubuya , Omokhuale Emmanuel , Hussaini Abdullahi , Shuaibu Abdulsalam
Published: February 2024

Exothermic Arrhenius-controlled chemical reactions are widely employed for heating applications, such as combustion in heating systems and fuel-burning motors.  These effects are critical for manufacturing high thermal systems required for high thermal performances.  Therefore, this paper presents the analytical investigation into the Arrhenius-controlled heat-generating/absorbing fluid of a hydromagnetic flow along a heated upstanding plate in a microchannel.  One wall had a superhydrophobic surface and temperature jump conditions, but the other was unaltered.  The regular perturbation approach investigated the nonlinear, coupled governing equations.  With the help of graphical plots, the impacts of crucial and relevant parameters embedded in the flow are described.  This investigation concludes that chemically reacting parameters' impact significantly elevates the micro-channel's thermal and hydromagnetic flow.  However, applying the heat generation parameter increases fluid velocity, whereas the heat absorption parameter produces the contrary effect.  The outcomes of this study can be relevant to the field of biomedical sciences and devices for improving heat transfer efficiency, chemical synthesis, enhancing the performances of micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) and mini-devices, heating and energy generation, designing efficient energy conversion processes, and so on.
The Nutraceutical and Functional Food Potentials of Dry Doum Palm Fruit (Hyphaene thebaica)
Authors: Inuwa S Z , Ndife J , Bamalli Z , Jibril M M , Tsoho Bala H , Zubairu Idris Kaida
Published: February 2024

Doum palm fruit is one of the underutilized fruits and is mainly used by the local people without knowing the nutritional value and the pharmacological components associated with the fruit parts.  Thus, this research was designed to evaluate the proximate composition, antioxidant activity and phytochemical content of doum palm fruit.  The fruit sample was obtained from the farm and market and was portioned into six; the epicarp, mesocarp, epicarp and mesocarp blend obtained from the farm and market were all converted into flour.  Proximate analysis was done using the standard method, antioxidant activity using 2, 2-diphenyl-1-pierylhyrazyl DPPH method after water and solvent (ethanol) extraction of the samples at different concentrations: 50 %, 60 %, 70 % and 100 % ethanol and 100 % water, which were used for the six different flours for each that makes it up to 30 samples.  While phytochemicals were identified using LC-MS.  Results showed that samples collected from the farm had higher proximate composition than the ones obtained from the market.  Samples from the farm showed higher antioxidant activity at 595.30 and 62.59 mgGAE/g for total phenolic and flavonoid contents, respectively; 0.078 and 2008.9 IC50 (µg/ml) for the DPPH and Reducing power showed by the Samples from the farm.  The phytochemical constituents showed that samples from the farm have more bioactive compounds than those obtained from the market.  Compounds such as Phytoene, Liriodenine Xanthophylls e.t.c were detected.  Thus, the findings proved the presence of a considerable amount of nutraceutical and phytochemical constituents in the dry doum palm fruit. Therefore, it can be further studied to look for ways to benefit from its rich potential in managing various ailments.
Pengembangan Buku Ajar Hadits Berbasis Mind Maping Di Madrasah aliyah
Authors: Yaqin Fatchul
Published: February 2024

Buku ajar menjadi peran yang penting dalam proses pembelajaran di suatu lembaga pendidikan guna mencapai tujuan pembelajaran. Untuk mencapai tujuan pembelajaran, buku ajar harus disusun secara sistematis dan ilmiah dengan memperhatikan landasan-landasan dalam penyusunan bukua ajar, yaitu: psikologis, kurikulum, dan keilmuan. Buku ajar diharuskan mampu membangkitkan semangat, minat dan motivasi siswa untuk mempelajari materi yang disajikan dalam buku tersebut. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian dan pengembangan (research and development). Sedangkan model penelitian dan pengembangan yang digunakan adalah model Borg Gall. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk: 1. Untuk menghasilkan Buku Ajar Hadits Berbasis Teori Mind Mapping Untuk Kelas X  Di MA Terpadu Al Munawaroh Diwek Jombang, 2. Untuk mengetahui tingkat kelayakan terhadap Buku Ajar Hadits  Berbasis Teori Mind Mapping Untuk Kelas X  Di MA Terpadu Al Munawaroh Diwek Jombang. Penelitian ini dilakukan di MA Terpadu Al Munawaroh yang beralamat di dusun Ngemplak Desa Ngudirejo Kecamatan Diwek Kabupaten Jombang. Buku ajar yang digunakan sebelum penelitian ini adalah kitab Taisir Mustholah Hadits dengan metode pengajaran tradisional ala pesantren salaf yaitu “bandongan”. Dalam teori Mind Mapping menunjukan bahwa penggunaan metode ini akan memberikan pengalaman symbolic bagi peserta didik. Hasil penelitian ini adalah buku ajar Hadits untuk kelas X di MA Terpadu Al Munawaroh yang telah memperoleh tingkat validitas sebesar 82,9% yang masuk dalam kualifikasi valid/tanpa revisi.Kata kunci: buku ajar, hadits, mind mapping
NILAI-NILAI PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM DALAM PEMBENTUKAN KARAKTER SISWA DI SMP NEGERI 1 PLOSO
Authors: Agustin Neni
Published: February 2024

Pendidikan merupakan ujung tombak penentuan karakter dan masa depan bangsa. Pendidikan agama islam adalah upaya sadar untuk menyiapkan siswa dalam menyakini, memahami, menghayati, dan mengamalkan agama Islam melalui kegiatan bimbingan, pengajaran, dan atau latihan dengan memperhatikan tuntuan untuk menghormati agama lain dalam hubungan kerukunan antar umat beragama dalam masyarakat untuk mewujudkan persatuan nasional. Tujuan penerapan karakter di SMP Negeri 1 Ploso ini dalam nilai-nilai pendidikan agama islam yaitu, supaya mereka menjadi remaja-remaja muslim yang kuat, tangguh, disiplin, bertanggungjawab dan mempunyai akhlakul karimah. Dan ketika ilmu tidak didasari akhlakul karimah maka ilmu tidak bisa bermanfaat. Konsep yang digunakan dalam nilai-nilai pendidikan agama islam yaitu mengacu pada RPP yang merupakan terjemahan dari ide kurikulum yang berdasarkan silabus yang telah dikembangkan pada tingkat nasional ke dalam rancangan proses pembelajaran untuk direalisasikan dalam pembelajaran. Metode yang digunakan dalam mengumpulkan data dengan cara observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi dengan menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif.Kata kunci : nilai-nilai, pendidikan, pembentukan, karakter, siswa.
Kein neues Theater mit alter Theorie
Authors: Heimböckel Dieter
Published: February 2024

„Aristoteles konnte nichts anders lehren, nach den Mustern, die er vor sich hatte, und deren Entstehungsart ich unten aus den Religionsmeinungen klar machen will. Eben hier ist die unsichtbare Spitze, auf der alle herrliche Gebäude des griechischen Theaters ruhen: auf der wir aber unmöglich fortbauen können.“

(Jakob Michael Reinhold Lenz, Anmerkungen übers Theater)

Seit Aristoteles ist die Entwicklung des Dramas ohne dessen theoretische Flankierung nicht zu denken. Häufig genug bildet die Theorie – zumal in der Moderne – eine Art der Selbstverständigung darüber, was in der Praxis umgesetzt werden soll. Sie ist nicht nur der Ort, in dem über die Grundlagen und Ausprägungen des Dramas nachgedacht wird; sie leitet regelmäßig auch ein neues Denken über das Drama ein. Das Studienbuch „Kein neues Theater mit alter Theorie“ hat sich daher zum Ziel gesetzt, einen zusammenfassenden Überblick über die für die Gattungsgeschichte zentralen Stationen der deutschen Dramentheorie und ihre Voraussetzungen zu vermitteln. Es dient der Einführung und möchte zugleich zur weiterführenden Vertiefung in das Thema beitragen. Insofern versteht sich der historische Überblick auch als ein Baustein zur Heuristik des Dramas.
Benchmarking of Employee Benefits in the Indian Social Sector
Authors:   Indian School of Development Management, CSIP
Published: February 2024

This report documents the key findings from the study on benefits benchmarking in the Indian social sector. It draws from a sample of 59 organisations to provide a comprehensive understanding of the employee benefits being provided by Indian social purpose organisations. Importantly, it also compares social sector benefits with those being provided by general industry.
Munkáltatói márkaépítés és tehetségvonzás : Kérdőíves preferencia-vizsgálat a Z generáció körében
Authors: Simon Dóra , Dajnoki Krisztina
Published: February 2024

Napjainkban a megváltozott munkaerőpiaci viszonyok között különösen hangsúlyos a kiváló munkaerő megtalálása, bevonzása és megtartása. A munkavállalói preferenciák jelentősen átalakultak az utóbbi években, ami magyarázható a Z generáció munkába való bekapcsolódásával is. A jövő generációja jelentősen eltér elődjeitől, mivel egy olyan globális nemzedékről van szó, akik a digitális technológiákat készségek szintjén sajátították el és alkalmazzák a mindennapokban. A munkáltatói márka egy viszonylag új stratégiai funkcióként jelenik meg az emberi erőforrás gazdálkodás funkciók között, ugyanakkor nagymértékben befolyásolja a szervezetről alkotott képet, az első benyomást és a bevonzott lehetséges munkavállalók körét is. Primer vizsgálatok keretében egy saját, a potenciális munkavállalói oldalt vizsgáló kérdőíves mintavétel részeredményei alapján mutatjuk be, hogy a Z generációs fiatalok milyen munkahelyi preferenciákkal rendelkeznek. A kutatás célja, hogy szakirodalmi feldolgozás keretében ismertesse a munkáltatói márkaépítés jelentőségét, feltárja a munkáltatói márka és a Z generációs tehetségek vonzása közötti összefüggéseket, valamint a kérdőíves felmérés eredményei alapján meghatározza a Z generáció tagjai számára fontos tényezőket a munkahely kiválasztása során.
Akibat Hukum Terhadap Akta Jual Beli Tanah Yang Dibatalkan Berdasarkan Putusan Hakim Karena Tidak Terpenuhinya Syarat Materiil
Authors: Indah Sari Maya , M. Sudirman M. Sudirman , Martanti Yurisa
Published: February 2024

Meskipun Akta Jual Beli (AJB) merupakan dokumen otentik yang memiliki kekuatan lebih sempurna dibanding dengan perjanjian di bawah tangan, dalam objek perjanjian ini akan menguraikan suatu permasalahan hukum dimana terdapat AJB atas tanah yang dibatalkan oleh hakim karena tidak terpenuhinya syarat materiil dalam pembuatannya. Lalu bagaimana akibat hukum terhadap AJB yang telah dibuat oleh PPAT yang dibatalkan oleh hakim ? Kemudian bagaimana kepastian hukum bagi pemilik SHM terhadap perbuatan melawan hukum oleh PPAT ? Dalam penelitian ini, penulis menggunakan teori akibat hukum dan hukum perjanjian untuk menganalisis permasalahan tersebut. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah penelitian yuridis normatif yaitu penelitian hukum kepustakaan atau data skunder. Adapun pendekatan penelitian yang dipergunakan adalah pendekatan perundang-undangan (statute approach) dan teknik pengumpulan bahan hukum dilakukan dengan cara mengidentifikasi dan menginventarisasi aturan hukum positif, literatur buku, jurnal dan sumber bahan hukum lainnya. Untuk teknik analisa bahan hukum dilakukan dengan penafsiran hukum gramatikal dan sistematis. Hasil penelitian yang diperoleh adalah bahwa akibat hukum terhadap AJB yang telah dibuat oleh PPAT yang dibatalkan berdasarkan putusan hakim adalah tidak mempunyai kekuatan hukum sehingga harus dinyatakan batal demi hukum. Kemudian kepastian hukum bagi pemilik SHM terhadap perbuatan melawan hukum oleh PPAT adalah menjadi pemilik yang sah atas sebidang tanah milik almarhum ayahnya dikarenakan AJB yang dibuat oleh PPAT sebagai dasar peralihan SHM yang diterbitkan oleh BPN tidak mempunyai kekuatan hukum sehingga SHM yang sah adalah SHM atas nama ayah Para Penggugat yang menjadi milik Para Penggugat sebagai ahli waris yang sah.
Implementasi Kebijakan Pengawasan Tonase Angkutan Barang di Jembatan Timbang (Studi Kasus UPPKB Kintap Kabupaten Tanah Laut Kalimantan Selatan)
Authors: Noormaya Asma
Published: February 2024

Meningkatnya kebutuhan barang seiring pertumbuhan jumlah penduduk serta bertambahnya jumlah kawasan industri di Indonesia menjadi latar belakang perlunya suatu kebijakan pada bidang transportasi sebagai perangkat hukum yang menjadi dasar aturan angkutan barang di jalan. Kelebihan muatan (Overloading) merupakan salah satu masalah yang selalu dihadapi oleh negara berkembang.
Analisis Tingkat Kesehatan Keuagan Pt. Bpr Mitra Primalestari dengan Mengunakan Metode Camel
Authors: Irwanto Markus Hengki
Published: February 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui apakah PT. BPR Mitra Primalestari pada tahun 2017 sampai dengan tahun 2020 terkategorikan sebagai bank yang sehat, cukup sehat, kurang sehat atau tidak sehat menurut metode CAMEL. Analisis CAMEL memiliki 5 Aspek, yaitu aspek permodalan mengunakan rasio CAR (Capital Adequecy Ratio), aspek kuaitas aktiva produktif menggunakan rasio KAP (Kuaitas Aktiva Produktif) dan PPAP (Penyisihan Penghapusan Aktiva Produktif), Aspek manajemen menggunakan rasio NPM (Net Profit Margin), aspek rentabilitas menggunakan rasio ROA (Return On Assets) dan BOPO (Biaya Operasional terhadap pendapatan Operasional), dan aspek likuiditas menggunakan rasio CR (Cash Ratio) dan LDR (Loan to Deposit Ratio). Berdasarkan hasil penelitian yang telah dilakukan oleh PT. BPR Mitra Primalestari nilai CAMEL pada tahun 2017 terkategorikan sehat dengan nilai CAMEL sebesar 98,84, pada tahun 2018 terkategorikan sehat dengan nilai CAMEL sebesar 98,05, pada tahun 2019 terkategorikan cukup sehat dengan nilai CAMEL sebesar 72,89, pada tahun 2020 terkategorikan sehat dengan nilai CAMEL sebesar 92,90.
Oral leukoplakia: an update for dental practitioners
Authors: Maloney Dr Brian , Galvin Dr. Sheila , Healy Professor Claire
Published: February 2024

Statement of the problem

Oral leukoplakia (OLK) is a common mucosal pathology frequently encountered in general dental practice which belongs to a group of conditions known as oral potentially malignant disorders (OPMDs). This inferred risk of progression to oral squamous cell carcinoma warrants an understanding of the etiology of this condition, its clinical presentation, and how patients diagnosed with OLK are managed in both general and specialist care practices.

Purpose of the review

To update the dental practitioner on the current understanding concerning the diagnosis and management of OLK.

Methods

A search strategy was conducted in the MEDLINE Ovid and Embasse databases and the Cochrane Library. No time limit was applied. The search results were limited to those in the English language.

Discussion

The etiology for oral white patches can range considerably from innocuous frictional keratosis to oral squamous cell carcinoma. A thorough history and clinical examination should precede referrals to secondary care, with the elimination of risk factors a priority. In cases where white patches are suspicious or remain despite managing known risk factors, prompt referral to a specialist centre is warranted. Despite the extent of research in this field, controversy remains in OLK management and there is currently no agreed international consensus on the management of OLK from governing bodies. Therefore, management is primarily governed by local contemporaneous guidelines, and management is based on the most reliable predictor of malignant transformation: the grade of dysplasia. Despite various treatments, OLK may still undergo transformation to malignancy.

Conclusions

General dental practitioners (GDPs) are the health care practitioners best placed to detect OLK on a daily basis, given the volume of patients encountered from various backgrounds. An understanding of the causes and presentation of OLK will allow GDPs to recognise this entity in practice, and facilitate further management and treatment in a bid to prevent transformation.
A spotted turtle (Testudines, Emydidae) from the early Pleistocene (late Blancan) of north-central Florida
Authors: Bourque Jason R.
Published: February 2024

The oldest fossils of the genus Clemmys (spotted turtles) are described from the early Pleistocene (latest Blancan NALMA, ~1.9–1.6 Ma) Inglis 1C locality in Citrus County, Florida. Clemmys hutchensorum n. sp. is morphologically most similar to the extant spotted turtle, Clemmys guttata, and is likely the sister taxon of C. guttata. The epi- and xiphiplastra exhibit subtle features that likewise resemble Glyptemys (bog and wood turtles), which is notable given that some molecular-based phylogenetic hypotheses place C. guttata as the sister taxon to Terrapene or Actinemys, rather than Glyptemys. The provenience of the new fossils and previously described fossils of C. guttata from the late Pleistocene of South Carolina, suggest that the genus Clemmys originated in the coastal plain of the southeastern United States.
Socio-economic dimensions of handwashing knowledge in student populations at Ukhiya subdistrict of Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh
Authors:   Society for Health Extension and Development (SHED), Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh., Banik Sujit Kumar , Bristy Sinthia Shahreen ,   Noakhali Science and Technology University, Noakhali, Bangladesh., Alam Tanveer Akik Ibne ,   Noakhali Science and Technology University, Noakhali, Bangladesh., Das Momo ,   Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Chattogram, Bangladesh., Rizwan Abu Ansar Md ,   W A N Research & Consultancy, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Published: February 2024

The critical role of handwashing in preventing infectious disease transmission, particularly highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic, underscores the importance of understanding and enhancing hand hygiene practices in developing countries like Bangladesh. This research aims to identify the socio-economic factors affecting handwashing knowledge among students, thereby informing targeted public health interventions to improve hygiene practices and reduce disease spread. A cross-sectional study was conducted across ten government primary schools in Ukhiya between March and April 2022. The sample comprised 400 students, selected using systematic sampling techniques, excluding those with learning disabilities or unwilling to participate. Data were collected via interviewer-administered questionnaires. Data analysis was performed using SPSS and Stata, with handwashing knowledge scores categorized as 'poor' or 'good' based on responses to 16 questions. The results revealed a high level of handwashing knowledge among students, with 90.5% categorized as having 'good' knowledge. No significant gender differences were observed in handwashing knowledge. However, a strong correlation was found between the educational levels of the students' mothers and handwashing knowledge, highlighting the influence of maternal education on health behaviors. Additionally, the occupational background of students' fathers and hygiene and sanitation clubs in the community were significantly associated with handwashing knowledge. The findings underscore the pivotal role of family and community resources in shaping hand hygiene practices among students. This study concludes that handwashing knowledge among students in Ukhiya is generally high, reflecting effective public health education. However, the influence of socio-economic factors, such as parental education and community resources, suggests that targeted interventions could further enhance hand hygiene practices. Future efforts should aim to translate this high level of handwashing knowledge into consistent practice across diverse socio-economic contexts, contributing to the community's overall well-being.
Rokeya’s Dream Vision: An Indian Lady Philosophy and Conversion to Feminism
Authors: Nazan Yıldız Cicekci
Published: February 2024

This essay examines Begum Rokeya’s pivotal work Sultana’s Dream (1905) in the context of medieval dream vision by foregrounding its matches with the dream vision genre. With Sultana’s Dream, Rokeya takes women in the Indian community to a realm of freedom away from purdah and the zenana via mainly treating the concerns of gender and education. Rokeya endeavours to raise female consciousness in her story written in a dream format featuring Sister Sara as the guide to forging a self-sufficient female identity equal to men. I read Sister Sara as a wise woman, an exemplar of Boethius’ Lady Philosophy, appearing in medieval dream visions to bring people to the truth, the conversion to Christianity in the medieval setting as in The Dream of the Rood. The essay concludes that, apart from her community, Rokeya’s call in Sultana’s Dream stretches out from medieval to contemporary society within the milieuof a dream vision to a feminist utopia respectively.