bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Neuromuscular Monitoring: Does the use of acceleromyography in comparison to the unaided clinical assessment result in lower occurrences of postoperative residual neuromuscular blockade in patients admitted to the post anesthesia care unit?
Authors: Flowers, BSN, RRNA Becky
Published: August 2024

The occurrence of postoperative residual neuromuscular blockade continues to affect a considerable percentage of patients admitted to the post anesthesia care unit (PACU). Recent evidence suggest 17-36% of patients that arrive to the PACU present with objective manifestation of incomplete neuromuscular blockade reversal as determined by train-of-four ratios less than 0.90.1(p389) Patients presenting to the PACU with a train of four (TOF) ratio < 0.90 are considered to have residual neuromuscular blockade and are at an increased risk for experiencing adverse respiratory events such as reduced upper airway volumes, airway obstruction, hypoxemia events, and postoperative pulmonary complications.2 Research supports the proponents of quantitative acceleromyography for monitoring neuromuscular blockade and recovery. Qualitative neuromuscular monitoring includes peripheral nerve stimulator and clinical sign assessment such as the 5-second head-lift test, tongue blade stability between the incisors to a quantitative approach (ex. acceleromyography).  However, this change in practice is accompanied by hesitancy and uncertainty from practitioners across the nations who underestimate the occurrence of postoperative residual neuromuscular blockade and its effects. The rationale to switch from the qualitative assessments for a more quantitative approach using an accelerometer needs review. The purpose of this report is to determine if objective acceleromyography in comparison to subjective peripheral twitch monitors and clinical assessment are more effective in decreasing the occurrence of post-operative residual neuromuscular blockade.
Decreased Pulse Oximetry Readings in Asymptomatic Patient with Hemoglobin Grifton
Authors: Serrano Anne Marie
Published: August 2024

Hemoglobin Grifton presents as a decreased oxygen saturation as measured by pulse oximetry (SpO2) reading despite a normal arterial oxygen saturation (SaO2) in an asymptomatic patient. Hemoglobin Grifton is caused by a mutation on an alpha chain of hemoglobin at codon 87, which affects the absorption wavelength of its oxyhemoglobin. A standard pulse oximeter is designed to measure the absorption of light at specific wavelengths and perceives the hemoglobin Grifton oxyhemoglobin as a deoxyhemoglobin. In a patient with a known variant hemoglobin, ordering additional diagnostic or therapeutic testing can increase stress for a patient requiring routine medical interventions or emergencies. Careful evaluation of each individual case is warranted prior to proceeding with an anesthetic.
Use of a High-Fidelity Patient Simulator to Introduce an Evidence-Based Emergency Manual into Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Practice
Authors: Hacker James B , Johnson Paul M , Bruner Sandra , Parrott Justice , Alguire Katherine , Uranga Tiffany , Yauger Sunny J , Nayback-Beebe Ann
Published: August 2024

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) administer anesthesia care to thousands of patients each year. Despite increased anesthetic safety, low-frequency, high-risk perioperative critical events still occur. Although CRNAs have been expected to rely on memory alone to manage the spectrum of these critical events, the use of an emergency manual (EM) may improve CRNA performance. At one Army community hospital, recent experiences with similar critical events led to the development of the following question: Will the use of high-fidelity simulation training with the staff CRNAs on the use of EMs produce both increased performance in key tasks and positive satisfaction scores related to the use of the emergency manual during critical events now and in the future? Twenty staff CRNAs participated in high-fidelity simulated scenarios involving low-frequency, high-risk critical events before and after training on the use of an EM based on a change strategy developed by Goldhaber-Fiebert and Howard in 2012. Changes in performance after training were evaluated using a tool designed by Arriaga et al. Before EM training, CRNAs completed 46.05% of key tasks in the simulated scenario. After EM training, CRNAs completed up to 94.02% of key tasks in simulated scenarios. The observed increase in the completion of key tasks by CRNAs during simulated critical events after EM training and increase in satisfaction scores demonstrates how a well-constructed training program facilitates the implementation of an evidence-based EM into practice and can improve the quality and consistency of CRNA performance during low-frequency, high-risk perioperative events.
Procedural Ultrasound Location of Pectoral Nerve Neuroma Prior to Breast Reconstruction Surgery
Authors: Kline, MSNA, CRNA Jonathan P
Published: August 2024

Chronic pain from breast surgery seems to be relatively commensurate with the increase in number of breast surgeries itself. There have been many improvements in surgery as well as anesthesia technique. These novel techniques have shown promising results in both decreasing post operative pain, opioid use along with the cascade of undesirable side effects, and even cancer recurrence. Ultrasound seems to play an integral part in the development of these analgesic techniques and furthers our understanding of relevant anatomy. We present a case where ultrasound correctly identified a chronic pain causing neuroma during the pre-procedural analgesic employment. The offending neuroma was subsequently reported to the surgeon pre procedurally, and resected under direct vision during the surgical reconstruction. This finding altered the course of the surgery and yielded positive results post operatively.
Magnesium Sulfate: A Multi-Modal Adjunct for Post-Operative Analgesia
Authors: Justice Cody Ryan
Published: August 2024

Magnesium Sulfate: A Multi-Modal Adjunct for Post-Operative Analgesia
 
 
 
Key Words: Magnesium sulfate, multi-modal, post-operative, non-opioid, and analgesia.
 
 
 
 
 
 
School of Nurse Anesthesia
Harris College of Nursing and Health Science
Texas Christian University
 
 
 
 
 
By
Cody Justice, BSN, RN
3017 Weave Court, Granbury Texas 76049
cody.justice@tcu.edu
817-454-7151
 
 
Abstract
Multiple pain receptors in existence throughout the body require a multi-modal approach to control the response to nociceptive receptor stimuli. Surgical stimulation causes information to travel from the periphery of the skin through the spinal cord to the brain, where the patient perceives the surgical stimulation as pain. Untreated pain has the potential to lead to central sensitization which can cause acute pain to develop into chronic pain. The use of magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) in the multi-modal treatment of pain has gained popularity in the last 10 years. MgSO4 is a noncompetitive antagonist at the N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor (NMDA), which prevents the influx of calcium (Ca++) ions through the NMDA channel. Prevention of the influx of Ca++ ions through the NMDA receptor prevents the intracellular process which causes central sensitization. Therefore, the purpose of MgSO4 in the multi-modal approach is to reduce the amount of opioid used for the treatment of acute pain associated with surgical stimulation. This leads to a reduction in the amount of opioid administration in the perioperative period, with a subsequent reduction in the untoward side effects that opioids can cause, including  respiratory depression, nausea, vomiting, pruritis, and constipation, thereby resulting in a reduction in hospital stays, improved postoperative rehabilitation, less patient morbidity, and overall improved patient outcomes.
Kształtowanie relacji pomiędzy pracodawcą a byłymi pracownikami
Authors: Krasnova Anna
Published: August 2024

Autorka podejmuje rzadko tak szczegółowo omawianą w ramach zarządzania zasobami ludzkimi problematykę, jaką jest utrzymywanie relacji organizacji z pracownikami, którzy już w firmie nie pracują.
W obecnych czasach deficytów personalnych spowodowanych względami demograficznymi, ekonomicznymi oraz społecznymi problematyka ta jest niezmiernie aktualna, gdyż pracodawcy faktycznie walczą o pracowników, także tych, którzy po pewnym okresie pracy gdzie indziej mogą do nich wrócić.
Publikacja dostarcza zarówno wyników analiz teoretycznych, jak i badań empirycznych, na dodatek nie tylko ilościowych, lecz także jakościowych, co jest bardzo cenne dla praktyków.
Prof. dr hab. Anna Lipka
Uniwersytet Ekonomiczny w Katowicach
Epidemiological and Clinico-therapeutic Studies on Dermatophytosis in Cattle at Parbhani
Authors: Nanavare A.S. , Sakhare M.P. , Siddiqui M.F.M.F. , Chepte S.D. , N.Waghamare R. , Rathod P.R. , Mane P.M. , Yeotikar P.V.
Published: August 2024

Background: To investigate prevalence, risk factors, diagnosis and alternative treatment regimens of dermatophytosis in cattle in and around Parbhani. Methods: The overall period of prevalence study was from January, 2022 to December, 2022 in and around Parbhani. The presumptive diagnosis was done by SDA culture media and treatment was given to 18 selected positive cattle which was equally categorized into three group viz; Clove oil, Cow urine distillate and whitfield ointment/control group. Result: The overall prevalence recorded was 17.2 per cent. The most affected cattle were 4 to 8 years of age group, non-descript breed and male cattle. Dermatophytosis in adult cattle is typically manifested as a circumscribed, crusty, whitish grey lesion with focal alopecia, whereas in calf asbestos, crusty lesion was observed. The hump, neck and back were the major sites of occurrence for dermatophytosis. On cultural examination, Trichophyton verrucosumwas mostly isolated. On haematological investigation granulocytosis, monocytosis and lymphopenia were observed in affected cattle. The recovery period for Clove oil was 7 days, Cow urine distillate showed recovery in days and cattle treated with whitfield ointment recovered in 19 days.
IMPLEMENTATION OF EDUCATIONAL VALUES IN GARUDAYA COMICS BY IS YUNIARTO
Authors: Rochmah Ainur
Published: August 2024

Comics are one of the educational media that is favored by children. Previously, comics were made with the aim of being a medium of entertainment, but now this goal is increasingly developing into the realm of education. Garudayana is a comic that aims to introduce Indonesian culture through the theme of wayang purwa. As a discourse and entertainment media, there are educational values ​​contained in Garudayana comics that can be applied in real life. This study uses a qualitative method that is descriptive. The main data source used is the Garudayana comic by Is Yuniarto volumes 1-6. The data collection techniques used were reading, observing, taking notes and purposive sampling. The results of this study found that there are four educational values, namely religious values, moral values, social values ​​and cultural values.
ABSTRAK
Komik menjadi salah satu media pendidikan yang digemari oleh kalangan anak-anak. Sebelumnya komik dibuat dengan tujuan sebagai media hiburan, namun tujuan tersebut kini semakin berkembang ke ranah pendidikan. Garudayana merupakan salah satu komik yang bertujuan untuk mengenalkan kebudayaan bangsa Indonesia melalui pengambilan tema wayang purwa. Sebagai wacana dan media hiburan, terdapat nilai-nilai pendidikan yang terkandung dalam komik Garudayana yang dapat diterapkan dalam kehidupan nyata. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah kualitatif yang bersifat deskriptif. Sumber data utama yang digunakan adalah komik Garudayana karya Is Yuniarto jilid 1-6.  Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan yaitu teknik baca, simak, catat dan purposive sampling. Hasil penelitian ini ditemukan adanya empat nilai pendidikan yaitu nilai religious, nilai moral, nilai sosial dan nilai budaya.
KHAS BUAH RAMADHAN DALAM AGAMA DAN ILMU SAINS
Authors: Faizah Nurul
Published: August 2024

Sweet foods related to their cariegenicity. There is sucrose which is the most cariogenic sweetener consumed. Dates contain lots of sucrose, natural glucose and don't forget fructose. “The content of tannins and magnesium in dates are anti-infective and anti-inflammatory. Prevention of anemia in pregnant women can be through various ways including the fulfillment of nutrients in the body obtained from fruits and vegetables, one of them by consumption of date. Date fruit is known as the ideal fruit in fulfilling the body's nutrients, if you are used to regularly eating date fruit every day will avoid various diseases. In this article will discuss about the influence of date fruit on health in accordance with the teachings of Islam in the Qur'an. There has been a discussion about the fruit of the fruit in the Qur'an. Interpreting the Qur'an means trying to explain the purpose and content of the Qur'an. The object of interpretation is the Qur'an which is the main source of Islamic teachings to the ummah” Therefore, not only is the interpretation of the Holy Scriptures possible, but the interpretation of the Qur'an is the duty of those who have the right to do so. And the question in this study is why these dates have an ewaanist system compared to other fruits and how special these dates are from a health science point of view.
ABSTRAK
Makanan manis yang berhubungan dengan kariegenitasnya. Terdapat sukrosaa yang menjadi pemaniss paling kario genik terbanyak yang dikonsumsi. “Buah kurma mengandung banyak sukrosa, glukosa alami dan tidak lupa fruktosa. Kandungan tannin dan magnesium ada pada dalam kurma yang bersifat anti infeksi dan juga anti inflamasi. Buah kurma dikenal sebagai buah yang ideal dalam memenuhi nutrisi tubuh, jika terbiasa rutin makan buah kurma setiap hari akan terhindar dari berbagai macam penyakit.” Selain itu anemia pada ibu hamil adalah menjadi suatu kondisi dimana ibu dengan kadar hemoglobin nya dalam diri nya darah kurang dari 11 % gram. “Pencegahan anemia terjadi pada ibu hamil juga dapat melalui berbagai macam cara antara lain: pemenuhan zat gizi yang ada dalam tubuh di peroleh dari buah buahan dan sayur sayuran yang menjadi salah satu nya dengan konsumsi tanggal. Dalam artikel ini akan membahas mengenai pengaruh buah kurma terhadap kesehatan sesuai dengan ajaran islam di al-qur’an. Telah ada pembahasan mengenai buah kurma di dalam al-quran. Menafsirkan Alquran berarti berusaha menjelaskan maksud dan isi Al-Qur’an. Objek penafsiran adalah Al-Qur’an yang merupakan sumber utama ajaran Islam kepada umat.. Oleh karena itu, tidak hanya penafsiran kitab suci yangperbolehkan, tetapi penafsiran al-qur’an adalah kewajiban mereka yang berhak melakukannya.” Dan pertanyaan dalam penelitian ini adalah mengapa kurma ini memiliki keistimewaan dibandingkan dengan buah-buahan lainnya dan betapa istimewanya kurma ini dari sudut pandang ilmu kesehatan.
MEMBANGUN BUDAYA LITERASI DALAM PEMBENTUKAN KARAKTER KREATIF SISWA DI MINU TRATEE PUTERA GRESIK
Authors: Damayanti Al Vina
Published: August 2024

ABSTRACT
Literacy Reading and writing is one of the most important requirements that must be possessed by students which can be grown at the elementary school level. This study aims to describe the implementation of fostering literacy culture at Minu Tratee Putera Gresik, and describe the efforts made by students in carrying out literacy culture development in the formation of students' creative character at MINU Tratee Putera Gresik. This type of research uses descriptive qualitative. Collecting data using observation techniques, interviews, and documentation. The results of this study are that the implementation of building a literacy culture has been scheduled and conducive, and all school members collaborate to build a literacy culture in the formation of students' creative character.
Keywords: School Literacy Program, Reading and Writing Literacy, Madrasah Literacy Movement
ABSTRAK
Literasi Baca tulis merupakan salah satu syarat terpenting yang wajib dimiliki oleh siswa yang dapat ditumbuhkan di jenjang sekolah dasar. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk Mendeskripsikan pelaksanaan membangun budaya literasi di Minu Tratee Putera Gresik, dan Mendeskripsikan usaha yang dilakukan pada siswa dalam pelaksanaan membangun budaya literasi dalam pembentukan karakter kreatif siswa di MINU Tratee Putera Gresik. Jenis penelitian ini menggunakan kualitatif deskiptif. Pengumpulan data menggunakan teknik observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi, hasil penelitian ini adalah pelaksanaan membangun budaya literasi telah berjalan secara terjadwal dan kondusif, dan seluruh warga sekolah berkolaborasi untuk membangun budaya literasi dalam pembentukan karakter kreatif siswa. 
Keywords: Program Literasi Sekolah, Literasi Baca Tulis, Gerakan Literasi Madrasah
PENGEMBANGAN LEMBAR KERJA PESERTA DIDIK (LKPD) BERBASIS MODEL INKUIRI TERBIMBING UNTUK SISWA KELAS V MI DARUSSALAM MALANG
Authors: Muafi Achmad
Published: August 2024

This research was motivated by the lack of learning media at the MI Darussalam Malang school. This problem results in a decrease in the level of student learning activity and also students' understanding of the material, especially in science subjects. The objectives of this research and development are to (1) develop learning media for Student Worksheets (LKPD) on homogeneous and heterogeneous mixed substance material, (2) assess the feasibility of the product to determine whether there is an increase in understanding of concepts on homogeneous and heterogeneous mixed substance material, and ( 3) find out students' responses regarding the attractiveness of the Student Worksheet (LKPD) learning media. This type of research is Research and Development (R&D). The model in this development is a model using the Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation (ADDIE) model. This research uses the Guided Inquiry development model. The results of the learning media validation were validated by 3 validators with an average percentage of 3.40 for design validation, 3.44, for material validation, and 3.65, for learning validation. 3.49 is the total percentage result for the "fairly valid" category. This learning media is effective to apply to improve students' understanding of the material studied. The results of the student response questionnaire regarding attractiveness showed an average percentage of 80.2% "Positive".
ABSTRAK
Penelitian ini dilatar belakangi dengan minimnya media pembelajarn di sekolah MI Darussalam Malang. Permasalahan ini berakibat pada menurunnya tingkat keaktifan belajar siswa dan juga pemahaman materi siswa terutama pada mata pembelajaran IPA. Tjuan penelitian dan pengembangan ini yaitu untuk (1) mengembangan media pembelajaran Lembar Kerja Peserta Didik (LKPD) pada materi zat campuran homogen dan heterogen, (2) mengkaji kelayakan produk untuk mengetahui adanya peningkatan pemahaman konsep pada materi zat campuran homogen dan heterogen, dan (3) mengetahui respon siswa mengenai kemenarikan dari media pembelajaran Lembar Kerja Peserta Didik (LKPD). Jenis penelitian ini adalah Research and Development (R&D). Model dalam pengembangan ini adalah model menggunakan model Analisis, Desain, Development, Implementasi, Evaluasi (ADDIE). Penelitian ini menggunakan model pengembangan Inkuiri Terbimbing. Hasil dari validasi media pembelajaran di validasi oleh 3 validator dengan rata-rata presentase sebesar 3,40 untuk validasi desain, 3,44, untuk validasi materi, dan 3,65, untuk validasi pembelajaran. 3,49 merupakan hasil persentase total untuk kategori “cukup valid”. Media pembelajaran ini efektif untuk diterapkan untuk meningkatkan pemahaman materi yang dipelajari peserta didik. Hasil angket respon siswa terhadap kemenarikan menunjukkan rata-rata presentase sebesar 80,2% “Positif”.
Deviant Marriage Practices in Lolo Hilir Village According To The Marriage Law and Islamic Law
Authors: Pirman Riko , Hariyadi Riski
Published: August 2024

This paper discusses the basis of the Lolo Hilir community who must comply with the orders of the marriage law as a means of addressing marriage issues in the modern era. This research includes field research, which is Descriptive-Analytical in nature, using a sociological-normative approach. The results showed that the UUP must be obeyed by the Indonesian people, especially the village of Lolo Hilir by looking at the basis of the obligation in Article 27 paragraph (1) of the 1945 Constitution in positive Indonesian law and in Islamic law also regulated in QS. An-Nisa': 59 and 83. According to Muhammad Abduh, the result of thinking in this law is ijmâ', the third source of Islamic law, which occurs because there is no definite nash or proposition regarding the problems that occur in this modern era and the law was formed by many experts including scholars, jurists, women experts and including the community, it must be obeyed for the benefit and peace so that there is a sense of security and tranquility in carrying out daily life in the community of Lolo Hilir village.
MUSIBAH DI ERA MODERN DALAM PERSPEKTIF PEMIKIRAN QURAISH SHIHAB
Authors: Darmawan Candra
Published: August 2024

Al-Qur’an adalah kitab Allah yang diturunkan kepada umat manusia sebagai petunjuk bagi kita semua, yang mana diturunkan kepada umat Nabi Muhammad Saw mulai dari berabad-abad yang lalu hingga sampai sekarang ini. Al-Qur’an di dalamnya banyak sekali mengandung isyarat ilmiah yang berguna bagi umat manusia. Oleh karena itu sebagai makhluk Allah yang dikarunia akal pikiran, sudah seharusnya menjadi tugas kita untuk mengungkap apa yang ada di dalam al-Qur’an yang menjadi isyarat ilmiah bagi kemajuan ilmu pengetahuan. Quraish Shihab dalam Tafsir al-Misbah, hakikat musibah adalah sunnatullah dalam menguji setiap manusia dan merupakan nikmat yang tersembunyi dari Allah Swt. Musibah tidak terjadi kecuali menurut qadla dan qadar Allah. mengatasi musibah diantaranya: Dengan mengimani taqdir Allah Swt, yakin bahwa ada hikmah dibalik setiap musibah, dan hendaknya senantiasa mengintrospeksi diri.
 
Kata Kunci: Musibaah, Era Modern, Quraish Shihab
INFÂNCIA, PRODUÇÕES DE CONTEÚDOS DIGITAIS E RELAÇÕES TRANSMÍDIA ENTRE O YOUTUBE E O TIKTOK
Authors: Marcon Karina , Igor Marcus Carvalheiro  , Élsi Inês Ferster
Published: August 2024

This article aims to investigate possible transmedia relationships between the YouTube and TikTok platforms within the context of content targeted at children, created by digital creators. Using an exploratory approach, three digital content creators, namely Luccas Neto, Manual do Mundo, and Enaldinho, were chosen as they operate on both platforms and produce content for children. The Socialblade platform provided data on the number of subscribers and the number of views of the most-watched videos, which were used as parameters in this study. Based on the results, we identified that content creators who focus on children's stories are more inclined to incorporate and utilize transmedia concepts and characteristics, as they produce and distribute their content across both platforms, with the intention of engaging children.
The Role of Principals in Enhancing Teacher Well-being in Schools in Rural Communities
Authors: Kwatubana Siphokazi
Published: August 2024

This study sought to understand the factors that teachers and school management team members perceived as having the potential to boost teacher well-being in rural schools and the role the principal plays in promoting teacher well-being. A stratified sample of school managers and teachers from a rural high school in the Mopani district of the Limpopo province participated. A total of fourteen semi-structured individual interviews were conducted with seven teachers, yielding four enablers to teacher well-being and three roles which principals could play to support teacher well-being. The findings revealed that strong principal-teacher relationships, disengaging from work to socialize, adaptability, and a green school physical environment promote teacher well-being. The role of the principal in supporting teacher well-being is multi-faceted, encompassing the creation of a positive school culture and traditions, developing and maintaining a conducive green school environment, and promoting teacher adaptability.
Support Services at a Francophone University in Quebec: Contrasting Viewpoints of Chinese International Students and University Professionals
Authors: Soares Roberta , Magnan Marie-Odile , Liu Yifan , Melo Fabiola
Published: August 2024

This qualitative study showcases the viewpoints of Chinese international students and university professionals about the services offered at a francophone university in Montreal regarding “welcoming” and “integration.” Semi-directed interviews were conducted among 22 participants, of which 14 were students and 8 university professionals. Using the concept of care, we conducted a thematic analysis. According to the analysis, students mention the lack of effective support, while university professionals discuss the support offered and its pitfalls. In terms of recommendations, we stress the importance of tackling current structural issues rather than putting the responsibility for the quality of the experience on students’ shoulders. We also emphasize that professionals who provide services directly to students must be given proper training and resources through universities to enable them to change the current paradigm and offer services that reflect the concept of student care.
ОЦІНКА ПАРАМЕТРІВ ЕКОЛОГІЧНОГО СТАНУ КОВЕЛЯ
Authors: ФЕДОНЮК Віталіна , ФЕДОНЮК Микола , ТЕРЕЩУК Арсен
Published: August 2024

У роботі проведено аналіз результатів оцінки екологічного стану атмосферного повітря у місті Ковелі (Волинська область) на основі визначення рівня впливу автомобільного транспорту на цей стан. Було оцінено вміст у атмосферному повітрі сполук (СО)х на основі застосування розрахункової методики, заснованої на емпіричних формулах, в основі розрахунку – встановлення інтенсивності автотранспортного трафіку у різних мікрорайонах міста, його добового режиму, супутніх чинників (серед яких швидкість руху автотранспортних засобів, частка у загальному потоці вантажного транспорту, ландшафтні особливості мікрорайонів). Визначено мікрорайони у місті Ковелі з максимальними концентраціями сполук (СО)х у атмосферному повітрі, запропоновано заходи для покращення екологічної ситуації у місті.
ДО ПИТАННЯ ВИЗНАЧЕННЯ ТОКСИЧНОСТІ ПОВЕРХНЕВИХ ВОД
Authors: ГРИБ Йосип , КОВАЛЬЧУК Сергій , КАЛЬКО Андрій
Published: August 2024

В роботі пропонується як один із варіантів вирішення проблем визначення токсичності поверхневих вод через використання показників чисельності домішок та величини мінералізації (добутку розчинності солей).
Lenjeh, Gittal, Kanyi dll: Kata-Kata Lokal untuk Mengontrol dan Menekan Ekspresi Tubuh Perempuan
Authors: Listiorini Dina , Vidiadari Irene Santika
Published: August 2024

This article discusses the existence of the term "flirtatious" in various regions of Indonesia on women's behavior, particularly in public spaces, reflecting symbolic power dynamics. Employing a qualitative phenomenological approach with FGDs and in-depth interviews involving individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and occupations, it explores how these local expressions regulate women's conduct. Using Bourdieu's theory about symbolic violence, the findings reveal that such terms primarily target women to modify their behavior and are enforced by authoritative figures, shaping girls' interactions with men beyond the family sphere. These local expressions evolve into entrenched beliefs and practices, representing not only familial norms but also perpetuating symbolic violence within Indonesia's patriarchal cultural framework
Studi Resepsi Khalayak terhadap Disinformasi Pandemi Covid-19 pada Media Sosial di Yogyakarta
Authors: Wirasti Murti Kusuma , Wahyono Sugeng Bayu
Published: August 2024

This study aims to understand and analyze public reception of disinformation in Yogyakarta using Stuart Hall's encoding-decoding theory. The study used a qualitative method. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with two types of informants, namely santri and abangan. This study found that audience reception of COVID-19 pandemic disinformation varied, some were in a dominant hegemonic, negotiating, or oppositional position. The findings of this study confirm the thesis of reception studies which state that every message spread in the media is received polysemically. However, in contrast to the assumptions of reception studies, the position of audience reception at each reading position which is fixed and comes from the same audience is not true. On the contrary, this study found that audience acceptance can change, sometimes in a dominant hegemonic code, sometimes in a negotiating position, and even an oppositional code. Changes in acceptance positions are highly dependent on the issues contained in the COVID-19 pandemic disinformation message.
ANALISIS SEMIOTIK JOHN FISKE MENGENAI REPRESENTASI PERJUANGAN KELAS PADA SERIAL FILM PEAKY BLINDERS
Authors: Mukti laksana Rangga Cahyo , Kusuma Nararya RR Widya Dhana
Published: August 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu: (1) mengetahui tanda semiotik apa saja yang merepresentasikan perjuangan kelas pada Serial Film Peaky Blinders; (2) mengetahui maksud dan pesan yang ingin disampaikan pada film tersebut melalui tanda semiotik. Teori yang digunakan untuk menganalisis penelitian ini menggunakan teori kelas Marxisme. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan Semiotika John Fiske dengan mengklasifikasinya ke dalam tiga bagian, yaitu: realitas, representasi, dan ideologi. Data diambil dari beberapa scene film pada musim 1-5. Hasil penelitian ini menemukan bahwa pembagian kelas sosial adalah nyata, itu semua terjadi secara disengaja dan dikonstruksi secara sosial. Dalam serial Peaky Blinders ditampilkan selalu ada perjuangan kelas untuk menentang hegemoni kelas di atasnya.
A Contrast Tree Based Approach to Two-Population Models
Authors: Lizzi Matteo
Published: August 2024

Building small populations mortality tables has great practical importance in actuarial applications. In recent years, several works in literature explored different methodologies to quantify and assess longevity and mortality risk, especially within the context of small populations: many models dealing with this problem usually use a two-population approach, modelling a mortality spread between a larger reference population and the population of interest, via likelihood-based techniques. To broaden the tools at actuaries’ disposal to build small population mortality tables, a general structure for a two-step two-populations model is proposed, its main element of novelty residing in a machine-learning based approach to mortality spread estimation. In order to obtain this, Contrast Trees and related Estimation Contrast Boosting techniques have been applied. A quite general machine learning-based model has then been adapted in order to generalize Italian actuarial practice in company tables estimation and implemented using data from Human Mortality Database. Finally, results from the ML-based model have been compared to those obtained from the traditional model.
First-Trimester Preeclampsia-Induced Disturbance in Maternal Blood Serum Proteome: A Pilot Study
Authors: Starodubtseva Natalia , Tokareva Alisa , Kononikhin Alexey , Brzhozovskiy Alexander , Bugrova Anna , Kukaev Evgenii , Muminova Kamilla , Nakhabina Alina , Frankevich Vladimir E. , Nikolaev Evgeny , Sukhikh Gennady
Published: August 2024

Preeclampsia (PE) is a complex and multifaceted obstetric syndrome characterized by several distinct molecular subtypes. It complicates up to 5% of pregnancies and significantly contributes to maternal and newborn morbidity, thereby diminishing the long-term quality of life for affected women. Due to the widespread dissatisfaction with the effectiveness of existing approaches for assessing PE risk, there is a pressing need for ongoing research to identify newer, more accurate predictors. This study aimed to investigate early changes in the maternal serum proteome and associated signaling pathways. The levels of 125 maternal serum proteins at 11-13 weeks of gestation were quantified using liquid chromatography-multiple reaction monitoring mass spectrometry (LC-MRM MS) with the BAK-125 kit. Ten serum proteins emerged as potential early markers for PE: Apolipoprotein M (APOM), Complement C1q subcomponent subunit B (C1QB), Lysozyme (LYZ), Prothrombin (F2), Albumin (ALB), Zinc-alpha-2-glycoprotein (AZGP1), Tenascin-X (TNXB), Alpha-1-antitrypsin (SERPINA1), Attractin (ATRN), and Apolipoprotein A-IV (APOA4). Notably, nine of these proteins have previously been associated with PE in prior research, underscoring the consistency and reliability of our findings. These proteins play key roles in critical molecular processes, including complement and coagulation cascades, platelet activation, and insulin-like growth factor pathways. To improve the early prediction of PE, a highly effective Support Vector Machine (SVM) model was developed, analyzing 19 maternal serum proteins from the first trimester. This model achieved an Area Under the Curve (AUC) of 0.91, with 87% sensitivity and 95% specificity, and a hazard ratio (HR) of 13.5 (4.6 - 40.8) with p<0.001. These findings demonstrate that serum protein-based SVM models possess significantly higher predictive power compared to the routine first-trimester screening test, highlighting their superior utility in the early detection and risk stratification of PE.
Evaluation of Underground Pipelines Inspection Methods: A Systematic Review
Authors: Zhang Wei
Published: August 2024

This paper explores various methods for inspecting gravity pipes. It emphasizes that understanding the initial process of pipe prioritization is crucial before discussing inspection methods. Given the extensive gravity pipeline systems in use today, inspecting all suspected pipelines without prioritization would be extremely costly and time-consuming, especially in a large country like India. Therefore, the paper highlights the importance of using algorithms and analysis tools to prioritize which pipelines need inspection. It also describes innovative inspection techniques, such as wave and sound analysis, which can improve inspection efficiency. The research provides an overview of the pipe inspection process and discusses cost-saving algorithms that can enhance field efficiency.
Sex-Specific Effects of Combined Heavy Metal Exposure on Blood Pressure: A Bayesian Kernel Machine Regression Analysis
Authors: Kim In-Gwon , Hong Seonmi , Yim Sojeong , Jeong Jang-Hun , Choi Kyunghi , Lee Ju-Hee , Hong Young-Seoub , Eom Sang-Yong , Kim Heon , Kim Yong-Dae
Published: August 2024

Hypertension is a major risk factor for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Previous studies have indicated that the presence of heavy metals in the air may be a risk factor for hypertension. This study examined the combined effects of heavy metals on blood pressure considering, sex differences. A health impact survey was conducted with 561 residents near waste incineration facilities in Buki-myeon, Cheongju, Korea. Blood samples were analyzed for heavy metal concentrations, and the blood pressure was measured. Multiple linear and Bayesian kernel machine regressions (BKMR) were used to assess the association between heavy metal exposure and blood pressure. Men had higher blood mercury and lead concentrations, while women had higher cadmium levels. The multiple linear regression analysis revealed no significant associations between heavy metals and systolic blood pressure. However, cadmium was significantly associated with increased diastolic blood pressure in the total group and women, whereas lead was associated with the same in men. In the BKMR analysis, the joint effect of the three metals was significantly associated with diastolic blood pressure below the 45th percentile and above the 55th percentile only in men. These findings underscore the importance of considering sex differences in environmental health studies and public health strategies.
AI-Driven Self-Healing Cloud Systems: Enhancing Reliability and Reducing Downtime through Event-Driven Automation
Authors: Arora Rajeev , Kumar Anoop , Soni Arpita , Tiwari Aniruddh
Published: August 2024

Abstract. The goal of this study is to create and carry out a self-healing cloud system by combining an event-driven automation framework depending on the if-this-then-that principle for managing incidents and recovery. A recovery engine with Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based decision-making approaches is presented—which chooses the best remedial actions from a pre-established catalogue in order to maximise system reliability and minimise downtime. The system is tested on an OpenStack-based video on demand service—where multiple issues are replicated in order to assess the efficaciousness of various recovery actions and workflows. The decision-making module of the recovery engine examines data from these experiments to determine the most effective remedial actions, taking into account their impact on the quality of service and other factors. The recovery engine is only meant to need human input when it comes to parameterizing and optimising decision models at particular points in time. In order to show how these AI-driven decision-making techniques can enhance mean time to repair and overall service quality in cloud environments—the study presents and assesses their results. This novel strategy represents a change towards cloud systems that are more sturdy autonomous, and able to effectively manage anomalies and recover from failure.
Whole Mitochondrial DNA Sequencing Using Fecal Samples From Domestic Dogs
Authors: Sugasawa Takehito , Nguyen Kieu D. M. , Otani Norihiro , Maehara Kiyoshi , Kamiya Fuka , Hirokawa Atsushi , Takemasa Tohru , Watanabe Koichi , Nish Takeki , Sato Ken , Shimmura Suzuka , Takahashi Yoichiro , Kanki Yasuharu
Published: August 2024

The medical care and welfare of domestic dogs are now respected worldwide at the same level as that of humans. We previously established a test method to determine whole mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) using oral mucosal DNA that may be useful for the medical care and welfare of dogs. However, the sample types tested in dogs are not limited to those obtained from the oral mucosa. Therefore, in the present study, we attempted to establish a test method to determine whole mtDNA sequences using feces, which represents the least invasive specimen. Two Japanese domestic dogs were used in the present study. DNA was extracted from approximately 100 mg of fresh feces from each dog, and PCRs were performed using four primer-pairs that can amplify whole mtDNA. Following PCR, amplicons were pooled to create a DNA library using an experimental robot with an original program. Data were then acquired via NGS and data analysis was performed. The results showed that the whole mtDNA sequence of the two dogs was determined with high accuracy. Our results suggest that feces can be adapted for mitochondrial disease and individual identification testing and could serve as a useful testing method for the future medical care and welfare of domestic dogs.
Influence of Metal Ions on the Structural Complexity of Mixed-Ligand Divalent Coordination Polymers
Authors: Cheng Fang-Ju , Wang Kai-Min , Lee Chia-Yi , Wang Song-Wei , Thapa Kedar Bahadur , Govindaraj Manivannan , Chen Jhy-Der
Published: August 2024

The reactions of the angular ligand 4,4’-oxybis(N-(pyridin-3-yl)benzamide (L1) and 1,4-naphthalenedicarboxylic acid (1,4-H2NDC) with divalent metal salts yielded three distinct coordination polymers (CPs): {[Zn2(L1)(1,4-NDC)2]MeOH}n, 1, {[Cu(L1)(1,4-NDC)(H2O)]3H2O}n, 2, and {[Cd(L1)(1,4-NDC)]2H2O}n, 3. Complex 1 features a 2-fold interpenetrated 3D framework with the (412.63)-pcu topology, while complex 2 reveals a 1D triple-strained helical chain, and complex 3 displays a 3-fold interpenetrated 3D framework with (66)-dia topology. Additionally, the reactions of the flexible ligand N‚N’-bis(3-methylpyridyl)adipoamide (L2) afforded {[Co4(L2)0.5(1,4-NDC)3(H2O)3(µ3-OH)2]·EtOH·2H2O}n, 4, {[Zn2(L2)(1,4-NDC)2]·2CH3OH}n, 5, and [Cd(L2)(adipic)(H2O)]n (H2adipic = adipic acid), 6, exhibiting a self-catenated 3D framework with the (420.68)-8T32 topology, a 2D layer with the (413·62)-(4,4)IIb topology, and a 2D layer with the (44·62)-sql topology, respectively. The structural diversity observed in complexes 1 - 6 highlights the pivotal influence of the metal center on the degree of entanglement in CPs within mixed-ligand systems. The thermal stability and luminescent properties of complexes 1 - 3, 4, and 6 are also discussed.
Attention-Linear Trajectory Prediction
Authors: Wang Baoyun , He Lei , Song Linwei , Niu Rui , Cheng Ming
Published: August 2024

Recently, a large number of Transformer-based solutions have emerged for the trajectory prediction task, but there are shortcomings in the effectiveness of Transformers in trajectory prediction. Specifically, while position encoding preserves some of the ordering information, the self-attention mechanism at the core of the Transformer has its alignment invariance that leads to the loss of temporal information, which is crucial for trajectory prediction. For this reason, we design a simple and efficient strategy for temporal information extraction and prediction of trajectory sequences using the self-attention mechanism and linear layers. Experimental results show that the strategy we designed can effectively combine the advantages of the linear layer and self-attention mechanisms, compensating for the shortcomings of the Transformer. Additionally, we conducted an empirical study to explore the effectiveness of the linear layer and sparse self-attention mechanisms in trajectory prediction.
Static Resilience Evolution of the Global Wood Forest Products Trade Network from 2002 to 2021: A Complex Directed Weighted Network Analysis Perspective
Authors: Huang Xiangyu , Wang Zhongwei , Pang Yan , Tian Wujun , Zhang Ming
Published: August 2024

Based on the perspective of complex directed weighted network analysis, this paper constructs a static resilience evaluation framework for trade networks from two dimensions: structural resilience and node resilience. It studies the evolution of static resilience in the upstream, midstream, downstream, and recycling trade networks of global wood forest products from 2002 to 2021. The study finds that the total trade volume of global wood forest products has increased by 58.0%, 77.3%, 71.2%, and 77.2% in the upstream, midstream, downstream, and recycling sectors, respectively. The downstream trade network exhibits efficient information transmission and resource mobility capabilities. All four types of trade networks exhibit scale-free characteristics, with core countries such as China, the United States, and Germany playing a dominant role in the network and playing a crucial role in network robustness, but also increasing network vulnerability. In terms of unweighted assortativity, all four networks exhibit the characteristic of "small countries relying on hubs," while the weighted assortativity of the downstream network is positive, indicating enhanced network resilience. In terms of node resilience, countries exhibit significant differences and dynamic changes. China demonstrates strong resilience and adaptability, while the United States maintains its core position. China's influence in the downstream network has significantly increased, and India has rapidly emerged in the recycling network. To enhance network resilience, it is necessary to increase diversity and redundancy, establish effective emergency response mechanisms, and promote the diversification and green transformation of the supply chain.
Analysis of Road Roughness and Driver’s Comfort in ‘Long-Haul’ Road Transportation Using a Random Forest Approach
Authors: Ajayi O.O. , Kurien Anish M. , Djouani K. , Dieng L.
Published: August 2024

Road safety and the effectiveness of the transportation system as a whole are significantly impacted by driver comfort. Road surface quality can play a significant part in the driver’s comfort experienced on roads in any country. This study employs a Random Forest technique to examine the association between road roughness and drivers' comfort during long-distance driving. Using Random Forest, a dependable machine learning technique that can handle big datasets and detect nonlinear correlations, this work aims to shed light on the complex dynamics between road conditions and driver’s comfort. 1,048,576 rows of data from MIRANDA, an application developed at the University of Gustave Eiffel, were used in this study as part of the data collected from a probe vehicle. The data collected includes an International Roughness Index (IRI). The IRI thresholds offer a simple method for assessing driver comfort and road irregularity. While highlighting how uneven and uncomfortable the road is, the research's findings (Road Roughness: SD – 0.73; Driver's Comfort: - Mean, 10.01, SD – 0.64) also contribute to the standardization of road condition evaluation and maintenance communication. This finding is anticipated to aid in the development of strategies for improving the welfare of long-haul drivers and fixing road infrastructure to comply with standard road index, ultimately leading to the creation of more efficient and sustainable transportation systems.
Providers’ Perceptions of Barriers to Respectful Maternity Care at Massachusetts General Hospital
Authors: Fachon Katherine Doughty , Truong Samantha , Narayan Sahana , Buniak Christina Duzyj , Vergara Kruczynski Katherine , Cohen Autumn , Barbosa Patricia , Flynn Amanda , Goodman Annekathryn
Published: August 2024

Background/Objectives: Disrespectful care during childbirth has been observed as a global issue and a factor influencing maternal morbidity and mortality. While the United States has experienced worsening rates of maternal mortality, perceptions of respectful maternity care have been understudied. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted Boston from April 2023 to January 2024 among 46 labor and delivery physicians, midwives, and nurses at Massachusetts General Hospital. The survey evaluated their observation of disrespectful care, performance of respectful care, and stress and support factors influencing respectfulness of care. Results: The most reported observed disrespectful behaviors were dismissing patients’ pain (87.0%), discriminatory care based on physical characteristics (67.4%) and race (65.2%), and uncomfortable vaginal examinations (65.2%). Respondents self-reported very high levels of respectful maternity care performance. Reported barriers to respectful care included workload (76.1%) and fatigue (60.9%). Conclusions: Disrespectful care in childbirth is an issue reported by health care providers. Implicit bias and working conditions of health care providers are factors in disrespectful care. This information can be used to strategize future training and other areas of intervention to improve maternity care.
Artificial Intelligence in Cryo-EM Protein Particle Picking: The Hope, Hype, and Hurdles
Authors: Dhakal Ashwin , Gyawali Rajan , Wang Liguo , Cheng Jianlin
Published: August 2024

Cryo-electron microscopy (Cryo-EM) has revolutionized structural biology by enabling the determination of high-resolution 3- Dimensional (3D) structures of large biological macromolecules. Protein particle picking, the process of identifying individual protein particles in cryo-EM micrographs for building protein structures, has progressed from manual and template-based methods to sophisticated artificial intelligence (AI)-driven approaches in recent years. This review critically examines the evolution and current state of cryo-EM particle picking methods, with an emphasis on the impact of AI. We conducted a comparative evaluation of popular AI-based particle picking methods, using both general machine learning (ML) metrics and specific cryo-EM structure determination metrics. This analysis involved constructing the 3D density map from the picked protein particles and assessing the obtained resolution and particle orientation diversity, underscoring the significant impact of AI on cryo-EM particle picking. Despite the advancements, we also identified key obstacles, such as handling complex micrographs with small proteins. The analysis provides insights into the future development of more sophisticated and fully automated AI methods in cryo-EM particle recognition.