bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Muraida e seus (des)encontros com os Lusíadas
Authors: Costa Veronica Prudente
Published: July 2019

Muraida é o primeiro texto poético, com estrutura épica, escrito em Língua Portuguesa, sobre um tema relativo ao território que hoje se configura como amazônico, e através desse épico podemos vislumbrar uma das faces da empreitada colonial. O épico possui Dedicatória, Invocação, Proposição, Narração e Epílogo e é divido em seis cantos, cuja forma e intenção são similares ao modelo camoniano: as estrofes se organizam em oitava rima camoniana e os versos são decassílabos. O poema foi escrito por Henrique João Wilkens, em 1785, no quartel da Vila de Ega, atual cidade de Tefé--AM. No entanto, sua primeira edição data de 1819 pela Imprensa do Reino.
“O Jardim Voador”: a multidão sem arbítrio em um conto de Isabel Cristina Pires
Authors: Soares Marcelo Pacheco
Published: July 2019

Os personagens de “O jardim voador”, narrativa de Isabel Cristina Pires publicada no livro A casa em espiral, de 1991, não são hábeis para elaborar leituras a propósito do meio urbano e do contexto político em que se desenvolvem as ações do conto. Não ignoram, como fica claro desde as primeiras linhas, que estão envolvidos em uma guerra. Mas, naturalizado que está o conflito em razão de sua longa duração e da ausência de notícias a seu respeito (a guerra era agora uma vaga ameaça, uma ficção distante e umpouco monótona), não acreditam ou nem mesmo conseguem mais conjecturar, fatalmente para eles, que possam ainda ser palco de batalha.
E a noite roda, de Alexandra Lucas Coelho: o problema da habitação
Authors: Rodrigues Isabel Cristina
Published: July 2019

Ciente da duplicidade do pacto que selamos com a terra, a retórica do alongamento desenvolvida por Ana Blau, a jornalista catalã “em processo de catarse pós-retirada” (Coelho, 2012: 127) de León Lannone, o amigo desaparecido, produz um efeito de anacrónica derivação de sentido -- porque Ana escreve “para que a história comece” (Ibidem: 11), mas também “para acabar com a história” (Ibidem: 11), como quem lança terra sobre um nome que morreu, sabendo, todavia, que é ainda à terra que imputamos o segredo da involuntária germinação. Morte e vida, noite e dia, porque, se a noite roda, também a morte gira sobre o seu próprio fim, resgatando do fundo da treva a luz salvífica da escrita, do entendimento e de uma memória afinal incorruptível. Assim, o romance E a noite roda, de Alexandra Lucas Coelho, não é apenas uma lápide com um nome gravado em cima, mas um buraco negro cavado na terra pela dolorida argúcia de Ana, num susto contínuo de pedra e sangue. No vasto silêncio dos anos, León jaz morto mas não arrefece, está surpreendentemente vivo na cal mordente da escrita, no ouro entorpecido da memória -- finitude e imortalidade, como na mítica lição de Gilgamesh que, em forma de explícita convocatória ao leitor (ou ao próprio amante em fuga) a narradora evoca noinício do texto: “esquece a morte e segue-me” (Ibidem: 11). Enquanto leitores, só nos resta seguir o fio translúcido desta escrita poderosa, vibrátil no seu quase descarnamento porque saída do músculo mais atento da alma, sem nenhuma concessão ao excesso a fazer perigar o aprumo das costuras.
Character Recognition And Extraction of An Indian State License Plates Using K-NN
Authors: Ponakala Rajasekhar , Adda Hari Krishna , Kumar Ch. Aravind , Avula Kavya , Sheela K. Anitha
Published: July 2019

License plate recognition is an application-specific optimization in Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software which enables computer systems to read automatically the License Plates of vehicles from digital images. This thesis discusses the character extraction from the respective License Plates of vehicles and problems in the character extraction process. An OCR based training algorithm named k-nearest neighbor with predefined OpenCV libraries is implemented and evaluated in the BeagleBone Black Open Hardware. In an OCR, the character extraction involves certain steps which include Image acquisition, Pre-processing, Feature extraction, Detection/ Segmentation, High-level processing, Decision making. A key advantage of the method is that it is a fairly straightforward technique which utilizes from k-nearest neighbor algorithm segments normalized result as a format in text. The results show that training an image with this algorithm gives better results when compared with other algorithms.
A Mine Planning Tool to Facilitate Planning Under Uncertainty
Authors: Rubio E. A. , Jimenez J. , Estibill N. E.
Published: July 2019

Traditional mine planning is based upon maximizing the Net Present Value (NPV) of the forecast production outcomes from the mine. This methodology does not consider intrinsic uncertainty/variability of the mining system. Thus, when NPV oriented plans become operational there are large deviations with respect to the production rates, sequences and cut off grades, which derives in causing inefficiencies that lead to a lack of productivity and an increased operating cost
Forecast for water consumption in the copper mining industry, 2018-2029
Authors: Montes C.
Published: July 2019

This study seeks to forecast demand for continental water and seawater in the copper mining industry, analyzing it in detail by region, process, stage of advance, condition and the status of projects environmental permits. The key input for forecasting the industry’s water consumption is the expected level of copper production which determines the amount of mineral processed and output of fine copper in the form of concentrate and SX-EW cathodes between 2018 and 2029. It is important to note that Chile’s copper production matrix is expected to change over the coming years, shifting towards sulfide mineral whose treatment involves the water-intensive flotation process.According to the results obtained using the Monte Carlo method, the industry’s consumption of continental water would reach 14.53 m3/sec in 2029. Seawater would then account for 43% of the water used in copper mining, reflecting the fact that ever more mining companies are building their own desalination plants or using seawater directly, insofar as this is technically and economically feasible. By 2029, the industry’s seawater consumption is, therefore, forecast to reach 10.82 m3/sec, up by 230% on its expected level in 2018.
Metodología de Construcción de Modelos DFN para Determinación de Fragmentación In Situ del Yacimiento Río Blanco
Authors: Ortiz Fernando
Published: July 2019

One of the key factors in a block caving underground mine is the in situ fragmentation size of the rock to be mined. The block size of the rock mass shall determine the optimum size for the production level. Aditionally, a proper design well-adjusted to the block size determines the cavibility and the probability of hang-ups in the production level. In order to estimate internal geometry in the rockmass, Codelco Andina Division, uses the methodology of Discrete Fractures Network (DFNs), which based on hard data obtained from the field, simulates the rockmass blocks, providing its geometrical properties, such as length, volume and granulometric curve. The key parameters for building up these models are the distribution of structural lenghts; the orientations of the structures or discontinuities in the rockmass and the fractures frequency along each axis. This article describes the methodology used in Andina Division for capturing the field data, for building the model, and the comparison of fracture density mapped versus modelled for different areas of the mine. Finally, the data obtained is validated using the block size distribution measured in the draw points of the mine
Aplicación de Destress Blasting en desarrollo de túneles en ambiente de esfuerzos altos
Authors: Rodríguez Washington , Sanchez José , Castro David , Troncoso Camila , Arce Juan Carlos
Published: July 2019

Rock Mass preconditioning techniques, commonly used in the mining industry, can be applied to large scale affecting a significant volume of rock, or to local scale affecting a reduced volume of rock mass around a tunnel during excavation. The latter is the case of the infrastructural tunnels of New Mine Level project, at El Teniente mine (Codelco). Preconditioning methods include the Destress Blasting, which is based on the use of confined explosives that are blasted simultaneously with the construction blast at the tunnel face, this allows to reduce the load transfer capacity around the excavation. This technique has been used in deep mines in Canada and South Africa to reduce the risk of seismic events due to a high stress condition. In this study the authors describe the Destress Blasting technique and its design used in the Personnel Access Tunnel P4600 (TAP P4600) of New Mine Level project. Finally, based on the geological, geotechnical and operational data captured during the works, the preliminary results are given together with a comparison of the seismic behaviour of the rock mass with and without the application of this preconditioning technique
THE 77 YEARS (1941-2018) EVOLUTION OF MASTIKA’S COVER: A VISUAL FRAMING OF THE MALAY AUDIENCE’S INTERESTS
Authors: Mohamed Shafizan , Safiyyah Hanis , Mamat Najmi Syahiran
Published: July 2019

This article analyses how Mastika magazine, one of the oldest and most established lifestyle magazines in Malaysia, framed the Malay interest throughout its 77 years of publication. The study applies framing theory and design principles to examine how the magazine presented the interests of its Malay audiences through the designs of its covers. A visual analysis of 80 covers from 1941 to 2018 was performed, comparing several aspects concerning both the content of the magazine and the art design. Results showed that the evolution of Mastika can be explained through 6-time phases that captured a dynamic use of images and graphics to define and represent the interest of the Malay audiences.
THEORIES AND METHODS IN ANALYSING TRADITIONAL MALAY MOTIF DESIGNS: AN OVERVIEW COMPARISON
Authors: Badaruddin Mohammed Iqbal , Soon Simon , Lee Luqman , Sahibil Zaimie , Mohd Saad Muhammad Luqman Ibnul Hakim
Published: July 2019

The uniqueness of the traditional Malay pattern of motifs has always received various responses from the audience either by appreciating, preserving, or documenting. This study is about the reference to some theories and methods used in evaluating a traditional pattern design created in the Malay world. The theories and methods used as references can help a study in evaluating and interpreting the pattern of the motif designs. However, there was a discussion on how a motif design was evaluated especially in the qualitative study. The researcher used general guided interviews with some of the craftsmen and selected academicians as the process of collecting primary data. Meanwhile, the process of collecting secondary data is through scientific writing such as magazines, books, and journals that examine the uniqueness of the traditional Malay motif design. This study can illustrate the researcher is referring to several theories as a method in analyzing motif design. However, the theories and methods should be based on suitable research whether using the qualitative or quantitative method. An analysis of the motif also depends on the scope of the research by the researchers whether to interpret, to make similarities and to compare, or to examine the cultural values found in a motive.
POLITICAL PARTICIPATION OF ISLAMIC PARTIES
Authors: Muhammad Nur Nasrullah
Published: July 2019

The discussion on the role of Islamic political parties in Muslim-majority countries is a hot conversation not only among the political elite but also in the lower society. Is a political party based on Islam is right to fight for the rights of Muslims or just a mere mask behind the Religion alias in the name of Islam in order to achieve certain goals? This article highlights the issue of how the role of Islamic political parties or the participation of Islamic parties in building the welfare of the people mandated to them especially when they are in power. How can an Islamic party gain a vote, take the sympathy of society when many of the people who are in doubt about the labeling of Islam in the party.
MICRO, SMALL, AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES TAXPAYER PERCEPTION ON THE DETERMINATION OF FINAL INCOME TAX POLICY ACCORDING TO GOVERNMENT REGULATION NUMBER 23 YEAR OF 2018
Authors: Said Lina
Published: July 2019

The Government has issued a new provision on Income Tax on Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), namely Government Regulation Number 23 the Year of 2018 about Income Tax Of Businesses Received or Obtained by Taxpayers Who Have Certain Gross Circulation, effective from 1st July 2018. The Government Regulation revokes Government Regulation Number 46 the year 2013 which has been effective for five years since its enactment on 1st July 2013. This new regulation is considered very important, especially for MSMEs because it regulates the reduction in final income tax rates for MSMEs with a turnover of maximum Rp. 4.8 billion per year, to 0,5% originally 1% (Government Regulation No.46/2013). The method used is descriptive analysis with a quantitative approach using questionnaires with respondents are MSMEs taxpayers in the knitting industry. The results of the research show that in general, knitting industry MSMEs do not know and understand about the implementation of Government Regulation Number 23 the Year of 2018. Taxpayer's perception of fairness is at 3.04, Certainty at 3.14, Convenience 3.20, and Economy/Efficiency 3.50.
THE STUDY OF STUDENT’S DIFFICULTIES IN LEARNING PHYSICS 1
Authors: Nordin Norbaizura
Published: July 2019

The research began with the diagnosis studies to identify and analyze students’ problems in learning Physics 1 based on the problem analysis from the diagnostic test answering sheets sample of 217 students enrolled in the course. Overall findings of the study showed that students facing problem in some aspects: analyze the graph, interpret the algebraic equations to physics concept, relates the physics concepts with the real phenomena, mathematical calculations, comparing the different phenomena and relates with physics concepts, do not know how to apply physics concept. This research is important to analyze students' problems in physics learning, besides to identify and overcome students' ambiguity in understanding the concept of physics. To overcome students' problem in Physics 1 study suggested learning physics via multimedia element to activate students' senses to see, appreciate and observe the relationship of a concept, the principle of physics with real-world phenomena. This allows students to relate the relationship between various physical quantities based on the physics phenomenon in everyday life.
A CASE STUDY ON THE ADVANTAGES OF USING ELECTRONIC-BASED ASSESSMENT FOR AN ACADEMIC COURSE IN PUBLIC UNIVERSITY
Authors: Tan Choon Keong , Nguyen Bich Dieu , Hwa Choo Kang
Published: July 2019

The examination had been carried out traditionally in exam halls for the past decades for academic courses evaluation. Would electronic-based exam via the computers be the preferred mode in years to come? With the advancement of computer communications technology and application software development, this online option will become popular for achievement assessment in the near future. This study involved 86 undergraduates who took a computer in education course at the Faculty of Psychology and Education of the public university in Sabah, East Malaysia. It examined the experiences of the students in taking an electronic-based exam during the course. The administration of the electronic-based exam was done using prototype exam software created by the main author. They were also asked to compare their experiences that they had accumulated with the traditional paper-based exam. The study revealed that the electronic-based exam was better than traditional paper-based exam in areas related to perceptions (enjoyment, fun, etc.), exam management strategies and cost-saving. Although traditional paper-based exams are still being practiced extensively worldwide in institutions of higher learning due to its good exam security, it is undeniable that electronic-based exam had also created some positive impacts especially in the administration of exam results and other related records.
LEADERSHIP PRACTICES AMONGST HEADMASTERS OF C ACCREDITED PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN THE REGION OF PASER INDONESIA
Authors: Rusydi Muhammad , Hashim Zahari
Published: July 2019

This research intended to investigate and assess the leadership practices amongst headmasters of C accredited primary schools in the region of Paser, Indonesia. The qualitative research approach was employed in the form of a case study research design. The respondent selection was carried out through the purposive sampling method resulting in the choosing of three primary school headmasters from the region of Paser, Indonesia. The instruments utilized for data collection purposes comprised of interview, observation and document analysis. Research result demonstrated that the three headmasters as school leaders practiced several of the traits proposed in the instructional leadership and leadership strategies theories. The elements that were observed practiced by the headmasters include planning and disseminating school goals, planning teaching management programmes, supervising and assessing teaching programmes, monitoring students’ progress, controlling study period, encouraging professional development, maintaining participation in activities, emphasizing academic excellence, preparing incentives for students as well as evaluating the overall school climate. Nevertheless, the research also noted that the headmasters did forgo some of the elements namely evaluating school goals, supervising the curriculum as well as formulating incentives for the teachers. Moreover, said headmasters also faced numerous challenges in practicing leadership qualities. These challenges met by the C accredited primary school headmasters in the Paser region include student, teachers, and parents related problems, as well as infrastructure deficiencies. The research thus implied that the leadership characteristics demonstrated by the three participating headmasters could be used as a reference point by other school leaders in Indonesia. Apart from that, the research also urges the ministry of education to take initiative in tackling the aforementioned challenges confronted by headmasters in general.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN TEAMWORK CHARACTERISTIC AND TEAMWORK EFFECTIVENESS AMONG FORM SIX SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN PAHANG
Authors: Hashim Zahari
Published: July 2019

This study aims to investigate the relationship between team characteristics and the effectiveness of teamwork among Form Six secondary school teachers in Pahang. Based on the model developed by Champion, Papper, and Medsker (1996), this study was quantitative in the form of data collection using a questionnaire. The sample of the study involved 250 Form Sis teachers of secondary school in Pahang. Descriptive statistics were used to answer the research question, while the statistical inference was Pearson’s correlation test to test the hypotheses. The findings of the study found that Pearson’s correlation analysis was implemented, for the aspect under the process theme, the analysis showed potential aspect, task load sharing and communication/in the work team showed a high level of relationship with the work force’s effectiveness. For the aspect under the task design theme, the various aspects of task and involvement show a high level of relationship with the workforce efficiency. For the aspect under the context of the theme, there two characteristics of the work theme namely training and communication/teamwork between the team showing a high level of relationship with work effectiveness. On the other hand, under the team of interdependence, there are two characters of the work team, which mutual dependence on goals and interdependence on feedback, rewarding, showing a high level of relationship with the effectiveness of teamwork among national secondary school teachers. The implications of the study are increasingly high in teamwork performance and the effectiveness of teamwork among form sixth secondary school teachers in Pahang.
TERRITORY OF THE RUSSIAN PRINCIPALITIESIN THE IX-XII CENTURIES AND THE TODAY IMPORTANCEOF THIS ISSUE
Authors: BOLTENKOVA L.F. , RYABOVA Е.I.
Published: July 2019

On the basis of historical sources and scientific literature the article describes the territory of Russian principalities in the IXXII centuries (the Old Russian state.) It is shown that in the IXXII centuries Ukraine as a state did not exist and the Moscow Principality gained strength and became the spiritual and political center of Russia. As the center of Russia, Moscow then provided all assistance to those who formed the Ukrainian state. The part of the Ukrainian political elite is acting counterhistorically when it denies the Russianness of their territorial roots.
SCENARIOS OF STABILITY AND VARIABILITY OF THE RUSSIAN INSTITUTE OF PRESIDENCY IN THE CONTEXT OF SOCIAL AND POLITICAL TRANSFORMATIONS
Authors: GRISHAEVA О.N. , NESTERCHUK О.А. , BELYAEVA V.P.
Published: July 2019

In the article, the authors reviewed some scenarios for the development of the institute of presidency in modern Russia. The attention is focused on the fact that in the future the institute of the presidency will strengthen. The expert community explores the prospects for the development of the political system in modern Russia during V.V. Putins fourth presidential term and the issue of prospects and possible change in the Constitution of the Russian Federation.
YOUTH POLICY IN MODERN RUSSIA. ABSENTEEISM AND POLITICAL PROTEST
Authors: AVTSINOVA G.I. , BURDA М.А.
Published: July 2019

The article analyzes the features of the current youth policy of the Russian Federation aimed at raising the political culture. Despite the current activities of the government institutions in the field under study, absenteeism, as well as the protest potential of the young people, remains at a fairly high level. In this regard, the government acknowledged the importance of forming a positive image of the state power in the eyes of young people and strengthen its influence in the sphere of forming loyal associations, which is not always positively perceived among the youth. The work focuses on the fact that raising the loyalty of youth organizations is one of the factors of political stability, both in case of internal turbulence and external influence. The authors also focus on the beneficiaries of youth protests. The authors paid special attention to the issue of forming political leadership among the youth and the absence of leaders expressing the opinions of young people in modern Russian politics. At the same time, youth protest as a social phenomenon lack class and in some cases ideological differences. The authors come to the conclusion that despite the steps taken by the government and political parties to involve Russian youth in the political agenda, the young people reject leaders of youth opinion imposed by the authorities, either cultivating nonparticipation in the electoral campagines or demonstrating latent protest voting.
Synovial Lipomatosis; A Clinicopathological Study of a Rare Entity
Authors: Bashir Shaarif , Hassan Usman , Akhtar Noreen , Mushtaq Sajid
Published: July 2019

Objective: This study was conducted to analyse the clinicopathological and radiological features associated with Synovial lipomatosis.Patients and Methods: Cases diagnosed as Synovial lipomatosis from 2008 to 2018 were retrieved and clinical information and histology were reviewed.Results: Thirteen cases of Synovial lipomatosis were diagnosed between 2008 and 2018. Most common site was knee joint and mean age of presentation was 28.6. About 62% of subjects were males and mostly presented with joint pain and swelling. Two of the subjects had significant history of trauma and disease was bilateral in one of the cases. Microscopically, villous proliferation of synovium with infiltration of mature adipocytes was noted. Focal synovial hyperplasia and inflammatory infiltrate were other findings in some of the cases.Conclusion: Synovial lipomatosis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of joint pain and swelling and should be distinguished from Pigmented villonodular synovitis, Synovial haemangioma and intra-articular synovial lipoma (IASL) using radiological and histological features.
Comparison of 3% Ciprofloxacin-1% Dexamethasone and 10% Ichthammol Glycerin for Control of Pain due to Acute Otitis Externa
Authors: Raffat Mustafa Sadaf
Published: July 2019

Objective: To compare the efficacy of 10% Icthammol glycerin and 3% ciprofloxacin-1% Dexamethasone for controlling pain associated with acute otitis externa.Patients and Methods: This cross-sectional study conducted at the ENT department of Railway Hospital, Rawalpindi from 1st March to 1st December 2017. Sixty (n=60) patients of both gender between age 12-60 years, diagnosed with moderate to severe acute otitis externa were enrolled and were randomly divided into two groups using lottery method. Group A patients were administered 3% ciprofloxacin-1% Dexamethasone wick in auditory canal and Group B patients were administered 10% Icthammol Glycerin wick. The treatment was considered efficacious if there was marked reduction in pain (pain score decreased to ≤ 4 points from baseline on Visual Analog Score on day 3).Results: Baseline characteristics were similar in both groups. Mean VAS was 6.67 ± 1.18SD in group A and 6.57 ± 1.16SD in group B (P=0.743) at baseline and was 2.43 ± 1.16SD and 3.50 ± 2.16SD, respectively on day 3 (P=0.028). Efficacy was significantly better in Group A patients as compared to Group B (76.7%, n=23/30 versus 43.3%, n=13/30; P =0.008).Conclusion: Treatment with 3% ciprofloxacin-1% Dexamethasone was found to be significantly better than 10% Icthammol glycerin in patients with acute otitis externa in terms of associated pain control.
Causes of Gross Hematuria in Patient at a Tertiary Care Hospital
Authors: Ud Din Nizam , Sajjad Ahmed , Hassan Hashmi Saadat , Hussain Malik Masroor , -El-Amir Zein , Qadeer Zeeshan
Published: July 2019

Objective: To determine the causes of hematuria in patients coming to a tertiary care hospital. Patients and Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out at Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), Islamabad, Pakistan. Data was collected over a period of six months (June 2016 to December 2016). Data of all the adult male and female patients presenting with complaint of gross hematuria during the period were gathered and analyzed for etiological profile.Results: In the study the most common cause was urological malignancy, which was present in 29 (58%) of patients. This includes all the urological cancers. Among other causes, 11 (22%) patients had urolithiasis while 5 (10%) patients had gross hematuria due to trauma to renal tract. 3 (6%) males had hematuria due to enlarged vascular prostate and only 2 (4%) females had gross hematuria due to urinary tract infection. Conclusion: Urological malignancy was the most common cause of gross hematuria, which is associated with male gender, older age and history of smoking. Other causes were urolithiasis, trauma, BPH and UTI. We recommend screening for malignant disease of all the patients presenting to the departments of urology with the complaint of gross hematuria.
Patterns of Traumatic Brain Injuries in Patients Presenting at a Tertiary Care Unit
Authors: Saad Pir , Shehzad Khan Wazir Muhammad , Sohail Dawood , Ali Khan Shahbaz , Ibrahim Atif , Waqas Muhammad
Published: July 2019

Objective: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the distribution of traumatic brain injuries.Patients and Methods: Questionnaire based data was collected from an inpatient population of patients who presented to the Neurosurgical Unit of Ayub Teaching Hospital with traumatic brain injuries. CAT scan (Computerized Automated Tomography scan) was used as the imaging modality for preliminary diagnosis. The data was collected over a period of three years. Non-probability purposive sampling was used as the sampling technique. Patients of both sexes and all ages were included in the study.Results: Out of a total of 1938 patients, 1470 (75.9%) were males and 468 (24.1%) were females. Patients from 20 to 40 years’ age group (38.1%) represented the greatest number. Fall (52.6%) was found to be the most common external cause of Traumatic brain injury, followed by Road Traffic Accidents (34.1%). Most of the patients (42.4%) had a GCS score falling between 8 and 12. No lesion was found at the initial CAT scan in most of the patients (27.2%). Depressed Skull Fracture (21.4%) was the most common abnormal finding in initial imaging. Conservative (78.3%) treatment was provided to most of the patients keeping in view the appropriate management requirements. 97.8% of the patients were treated successfully.Conclusion: The quality of care at Neurosurgery Ayub Teaching Hospital was found to be up to the mark for traumatic brain injuries patients. However, the standard of care at Kashmir and Balakot needs to be re-evaluated.
Efficacy of Microneedling with Dermaroller Alternating with CROSS Peeling with 30% TCA in Management of Acne Induced Scarring
Authors: Waqas Nadia , Amer Saleem Muhammad
Published: July 2019

Objective: To study the effect of combination of two therapies i.e. Microneedling with Dermaroller alternating with Chemical Reconstruction Skin Scar (CROSS) peeling with 30% TCA in management of acne induced scarring.Patients and Methods: This experimental study was conducted in the department of Dermatology, Benazir Bhutto Hospital, Rawalpindi from March 2017 to December 2017. A total of 20 patients underwent microneedling with dermaroller at week=0 (baseline) and were subjected to CROSS peeling with 30% TCA on follow up after 2 weeks. Four sessions of each procedure were repeated at 2 weeks’ interval. Photographs were taken at baseline and 4 weeks after the end of therapy (week=18). The baseline and final photographs were assessed for acne scar grading as per Goodman and Baron qualitative scale by two dermatologists who were blinded to the whole study.Results: Out of 20 patients, 16 (80%) of the patients had grade IV acne scarring and 4 (20%) had grade III scarring at baseline (week=0). On assessment at 4 weeks after the end of therapy (week=18), 16 patients who were having grade IV acne 6 (37.5%) improved to grade III, and 10 (62.5%) improved to grade II. Out of 4 patients who were initially having grade III at week=0, all 4 (100%) improved to grade II by week=18. A Wilcoxon signed rank test showed highly significant improvement in the grading of scarring (z=-3.92, p=0.00008).Conclusion: The combination therapy of microneedling with dermaroller, alternating with CROSS peeling with 30% TCA was highly effective in treating all types of atrophic acne scarring.
Successful Pregnancy Outcome in Unicornuate Uterus
Authors: Fatima Khidri Feriha , Kamran Ali Faiza , Shabir Ahmed Hafsa
Published: July 2019

Pregnancy with a unicornuate uterus is an infrequent obstetrical presentation. Unicornuate uterus leads to various complications, including infertility and poor pregnancy outcomes. It may be asymptomatic and remain undiagnosed till the woman is unable to conceive or present with a bad obstetric history. Here we present a case report of a patient with unicornuate uterus diagnosed during caesarean section along with delivery of alive baby.Key Words: Outcome, Pregnancy, Unicornuate uterusAddress
Differences in Brain Waves and Blood Pressure by Listening to Quran-e-Kareem and Music
Authors: -ul-Ain Irfan Noor , Atique Hafsa , Taufiq Ayesha , Irfan Asma
Published: July 2019

Background: Quranic recitation and music do not share any features in terms of content besides the use of melodies, but it is a common belief, that both have positive effect on reducing blood pressure and anxiety level of patients. This research investigates and compares the effects of listening to Quranic recitation and soft music on human brain waves especially Alpha and Beta waves by electroencephalogram (EEG) using Power-Lab.Material and Methods: A clinical trial was carried out in the Physiology Department of Islamabad Medical and Dental College. There were 22 participants, divided into two groups (A and B) with 11 participants in each group. Group A included students with ages 20-25 years and Group B comprised of teaching faculty between 40-60 years. All the study participants were Urdu-speaking, Pakistani Muslims having normal hearing. Sample selection was based on non-random convenient sampling. Paired T-test was used to compare means of Alpha and Beta waves amplitude, with p value < 0.05 considered as statistically significant.Results: Listening to Quranic recitation results in greater amplitude of Alpha waves in both younger and older age groups (p=0.01). The cross comparisons of systolic blood pressure at rest and after music for Group A showed significant results (p=0.04) indicating that soft music increases systolic blood pressure in younger people. Diastolic blood pressure comparison proves that it decreases by Tilawat in older age-groups (p<0.05).Conclusion: EEG showed that Quran generates comparatively higher amplitudes of Alpha than Beta waves, which reflects the calmness and relaxation of the participants while listening to Quranic recitation. Furthermore, there was a mild reduction in diastolic blood pressure in older subjects after listening to Quranic recitation.
The Expression of Progesterone Receptors in Meningiomas of Different Grades
Authors: Tahir Mohammad , Atif Tehreem , Sohail Summaya , Nawazish Arfa , Mushtaq Huma
Published: July 2019

Background: Meningiomas are slow growing intracranial and intraspinal neoplasms with a tendency to recur locally. WHO grades them as I (benign), II (atypical) and III (anaplastic) in order of their increasing aggressiveness, based on histological parameters and brain parenchymal invasion. Progesterone receptors (PR) are more prevalent amongst the lower grade meningiomas. The objective of this study was to determine the immunohistochemical expression of progesterone receptors in meningiomas of different grades.Material and Methods: A total of 100 cases were selected over a period of 2.5 years. Three to five microns’ thick sections stained with Hematoxylin and Eosin were examined microscopically by a team of two Histopathologists and graded into grades I, II and III, according to 2016 WHO classification criteria. Another section of the original tumor was stained with progesterone receptor antibody using the conventional immunoperoxidase method. Stained slides were than examined by the same team of Histopathologists and declared positive (if nuclear staining was observed in more than 10% of tumor cells) or negative. Statistical analysis was done using SPSS version 21.Results: Out of a total of 100 cases of meningioma, there were 79 cases of benign/typical WHO grade I, 15 cases of atypical/ WHO grade II and 6 cases of anaplastic/ WHO grade III tumor. PR status was positive in 89.8 % (71/79) of grade I meningiomas and 46.6 % (7/15) of grade II/Atypical meningiomas. The 06 cases of Anaplastic/WHO grade III tumors were negative for PR. There was a higher prevalence of Progesterone receptors in female patients (89.8%; 53/59) as compared to male meningioma patients (60.9%; 25/41).Conclusion: We observed a decreased expression of progesterone receptor in higher grades of meningioma in this study. It is an effort to explore conservative treatment options for inoperable lesions, as anti-progesterone therapy may hold a promise as a new treatment option in the near future.
Effect of Nigella Sativa on Oxidative Stress in Post-Menopausal Females
Authors: Sana Shazo , Saeed Muniza , Muhammad Umair Hafiz
Published: July 2019

Background: The permanent cessation of menstrual periods in menopause causes a decline in estrogen levels and increased oxidative stress. Both of these factors lead to menopausal symptoms, cardiovascular diseases and osteoporosis in the postmenopausal females that negatively affect the quality of their lives. Antioxidant properties of Nigella sativa are due to its natural ingredient “thymoquinone” and have been studied in various animal and human studies. This study was done to determine beneficial effect of nigella sativa. Material and Methods: Thirty postmenopausal females were recruited in the study after taking consent. Nigella sativa was administered at a dose of 1g/day for 2 months after breakfast. Blood sample was taken for pre and post treatment glutathione (GSH) estimation. The SPSS version 21 was used to analyze the data. Paired t- test was applied. P value of< 0.05 was considered significant.Results: Regarding the effect of the Nigella sativa on oxidative stress, result indicated a highly significant increase from baseline (p<0.0001) after 8 weeks’ consumption of Nigella sativa. The effect size was calculated both for biochemical parameter GSH and general parameter like weight and BMI. The result of the effect size calculation showed larger effect size for GSH levels (3.9) and moderate sized effect for weight and BMI.Conclusion: Nigella Sativa showed beneficial antioxidant effects in post-menopausal females and might be responsible for a better quality of life in these women.
Association of Serum PSA Levels with Histopathological Pattern of Prostate Lesions
Authors: Samad Afra , Fayyaz Nudrat , Siddiqa Ayesha , Akhter Naseem , Saeed Rabia , Rafiq Maryam , Ashraf Bukhari Aqsa , Afzal Ayesha
Published: July 2019

Background: Pathological changes that mainly affect prostate gland are prostatitis, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and cancerous lesions. Digital rectal examination (DRE), Transrectal Ultrasonography (TUS), and prostate specific antigen (PSA) followed by histopathological examination, are routinely used tests for diagnosis of prostate lesions. The aim of the present study is to determine the role of serum PSA levels in differentially diagnosing the different types of prostate lesions.Material and Methods: This retrospective (observational) study was conducted in Ibn-e-Sina Hospital Multan. Data of 2189 patients who were operated from 2007 to 2017 due to prostatic lesions were included in this analysis. Patients with BPH, prostatitis, prostate carcinoma and Prostatic Intraepithelial Neoplasia (PIN) were grouped according to serum PSA levels (ranging from 0 to >100 ng/ml) into five groups. Frequencies and percentages were calculated for different histopathological findings. Association of PSA levels with different histological patterns was determined with chi-square test with P-value < 0.05 taken as significant difference.Results: Mean age of patients was 62.45+10.64 years. On histopathology, BPH was diagnosed in 1676 (76.56%) patients, prostatitis in 133 (6.07%), carcinoma in 378 (17.26%) and PIN in 02 (0.09%) patients, respectively. Serum PSA levels of 4.01-10 ng/ml were found in 1050 (62.64%) BPH patients and in 59 (44.36%) prostatitis patients. Serum PSA levels of 10.01-20 ng/ml were found in only 40 (2.4%) BPH patients, 47 (35.33%) prostatitis patients, 22 (5.82%) carcinoma patients and in 1 (50.0%) PIN patient. Serum PSA levels of 20.01-100 ng/ml were found in 32 (1.9%) BPH patients, 11 (8.27%) prostatitis patients, 302 (79.89%) carcinoma patients, and in 1 (50.0%) PIN patient. Serum PSA levels of >100 ng/ml were absent in patients with BPH and PIN, and present in 1 (0.75%) prostatitis and 54 (14.28%) carcinoma patients.Conclusion: Benign prostatic hyperplasia was the commonest lesion in our patients (76.56%) with serum PSA levels >10 ng/ml reported in all patients with prostate carcinoma and prostatic intraepithelial neoplasia (PIN) patients.
PERSEPSI PETANI PADI SAWAH TERHADAP KINERJA PENYULUH PERTANIAN DI DESA TATENGESAN KECAMATAN PUSOMAEN KABUPATEN MINAHASA TENGGARA
Authors: Tanauma Anggi Ravy , Wangke Welson Marthen , Manginsela Elsje Pauline
Published: July 2019

This study aims to determine the perceptions of farmers in rice fields on the performance of agricultural extension workers in Tatengesan Village, Pusomaen District, Southeast Minahasa Regency. This research wasconducted for 3 months from March to May 2019. The data used in this study are primary data and secondary data. Primary data collection through interviews and filling out questionnaires with 9 direct questions to 20 respondents of lowland rice farmers. Secondary data was obtained from related institutions, namely the Agricultural Extension Office (BPP), the Old Law Office and the Pusomaen District Office of SoutheastMinahasa Regency, the Internet through google searching and google book, to obtain journal books and articles related to research topics, namely perceptions of lowland rice farmers on the performance ofagricultural extension agents. Data analysis carried out in the study was descriptive analysis using a Likert Scale. The results of the study using a Likert Scale showed that the index numbers of perceptions of lowlandrice farmers on the performance of agricultural extension workers were at the point of 57.96% which was included in the satisfied category. *eprm*
NILAI TAMBAH PENGOLAHAN BUAH STROBERI MENJADI JUICE DOUBLE BERRY (STUDI KASUS COFFE D’MOOAT DI DESA MOOAT KABUPATEN BOLAANG MONGONDOW TIMUR)
Authors: Sombuk Dormina Mike , Loho Agnes Estephina , Kaunang Rine .,
Published: July 2019

This study aims to analyze the added value of strawberry processing into double berry juice at Caffe D’Mooat in Mooat Village, East Bolaang Mongondow Regency. The research location was chosen deliberately, namely the area that cultivated strawberries in Bolaang Mongondow Timur District, Mooat Village. This research was conducted from August to October 2018. The Caffe D’Mooat research site was in Mooat Village, Bolaang Mongondow Timur Regency. The data used are primary data and secondary data. Primary data is data obtained from observations and direct interviews with the owner of Caffe D’Mooat (one respondent) based on the questionnaire (questionnaire) that had been prepared previously. Secondary data was obtained from Caffe D’Mooat's profile, local bookstore, internet through google scholar to get electronic books, journal articles and thesis related to the topic of research on the added value of strawberry fruit. The method used in this study is a case study method. Data obtained were analyzed using value added according to the method of Hayami et al. (1987). The results of this study indicate that in one process the production of double berry juice provides added value of Rp. 68.54/gram.*eprm
PERANAN KELOMPOK USAHA BERSAMA TERHADAP TINGKAT PENDAPATAN NELAYAN TRADISIONAL “AURORA” MALALAYANG DUA KECAMATAN MALALAYANG KOTA MANADO
Authors: Posumah Monica Vega , Pangemanan Jeannette F. , Wagiu Max H.
Published: July 2019

Abstract Fishermen in Malalayang included in one of category all fishermen in North Sulawesi. They included in one of business group called joint business group traditional fishermen Aurora which is active in arrest area. The purpose of this research is to determine the income from joint business group. This research is using census method and the population in this research is fifteen people. Sampling is with questionnaire way, interview with informant and observation. The analysis method in this research is using descriptive a quantitative analysis, description quantitative analysis and statistical analysis with t-test. The result shows the role of fishermen consisted of arrest activity and organizational harmony through the activities that did by joint business group Aurora the show increase of the motivated because of the assistance provided by government in the form of boats and fishing gear. Keywords: the role of the joint business group, fishermen income, aurora   Abstrak Nelayan yang ada di Kelurahan Malalayang dua merupakan salah satu bagian dari jumlah keseluruhan nelayan yang ada di Sulawesi Utara. Mereka termasuk salah satu kelompok usaha bersama yang diberi nama kelompok usaha bersama nelayan tradisional Aurora yang bergerak dibidang penangkapan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pendapatan nelayan tradisional kelompok usaha bersama Aurora dan mengetahui peranan dari kelompok usaha bersama. Menggunakan metode sensus dan populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah masyarakat nelayan Kelurahan Malalayang dua kota Manado yang berjumlah 15 orang. Pengambilan sampel dengan cara kuesioner, wawancara langsung dengan narasumber dan observasi lapangan. Metode analisis yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah analisis deskriptif kuantitatif, analisis deskriptif kualitatif dan analisis statistik dengan uji-t Hasil penelitian menunjukan peranan nelayan terdiri atas aktivitas penangkapan dan organisasi kerukunan, melalui kegiatan yang dilakukan oleh kelompok usaha bersama Aurora menunjukan terjadinya peningkatan pendapatan dan para anggota nelayan termotivasi karena bantuan yang diberikan oleh pemerintah berupa perahu dan alat tangkap. Kata kunci: Peranan Kelompok Usaha Bersama,Pendapatan Nelayan, AURORA
ANALISIS FINANSIAL USAHA BUDIDAYA IKAN KUWE (CARANX SP) KERAMBA JARING TANCAP DI KELURAHAN BATULUBANG KOTA BITUNG
Authors: Bawia Jeilina , Rantung Steelma V. , Andaki Jardie A.
Published: July 2019

Abstract This study reviews the potential development project of Giant Trevally fish farming in Pen Culture seen from the financial aspect in the Batulubang village, Bitung City. This study aims to determine the feasibility of Giant Trevally fish farming in Pen Culture in the Batulubang Village Bitung City by using financial analysis. The calculation result includes the financial aspects of the calculation of operating profit (OP) of Rp.60.435.500, can be used for the next production costs, net profit Rp.51.435.833, so that continuity can be guaranteed because the gains are positive, the profit rate of 103.72% so that the business carried on quite profitable, earnings amounted to 260.63% indicates the ability of farmers to investments available to generate very good profits, benefit cost ratio (B / C Ratio) of more than one is 2.04 then this business is feasible, Break Even Point (BEP) sales of Rp.15.043.994 or BEP unit amounted to 334.31 Kg for Pen Culture cultivation relatively can be achieved, Return On Investment (ROI) is 0.38 years, or 4.6 month. The calculations show that Giant Trevally Fish cultivation using Pen Culture in the Batulubang village Bitung City is financially viable. Key words : Financial Analysis, Giant Trevally Fish, Pen Culture, Batulubang Village Abstrak Penelitian ini mengkaji potensi pengembangan proyek usaha budidaya ikan kuwe dalam keramba jaring tancap dilihat dari aspek finansial di kelurahan Batulubang Kota Bitung. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kelayakan usaha budidaya ikan kuwe keramba jaring tancap di Kelurahan Batulubang Kota Bitung dengan menggunakan analisis finansial. Hasil perhitungan aspek finansial meliputi perhitungan nilai operating profit (OP) sebesar Rp.60.435.500, dapat digunakan untuk biaya produksi berikutnya, net profit sebesar Rp.51.435.833, sehingga dapat dijamin keberlangsungannya karena keuntungan bersifat positif, profit rate sebesar 103,72% sehingga usaha yang dijalankan cukup menguntungkan, rentabilitas sebesar 260,63% menunjukkan kemampuan pembudidaya dengan investasi yang tersedia untuk menghasilkan keuntungan sangat baik, Benefit Cost Ratio (B/C Ratio) lebih dari satu yaitu 2,04 maka usaha ini layak dilaksanakan, Break Even Point (BEP) penjualan sebesar Rp.15.043.994 atau BEP satuan sebesar 334,31 Kg untuk usaha budidaya keramba jaring tancap relatif dapat dicapai, jangka waktu pengembalian investasi atau Return Of Investment (ROI) adalah 0,38 tahun atau 4,6 bulan. Hasil perhitungan menunjukkan bahwa usaha budidaya ikan Kuwe dengan menggunakan Keramba Jaring Tancap di kelurahan Batulubang Kota Bitung secara finansial layak dijalankan. Kata Kunci : Analisis Finansial, Ikan Kuwe, Keramba Jaring Tancap, Kelurahan Batulubang