bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Health-related quality-of-life and receipt of women-centered HIV care among women living with HIV in Canada
Authors: Carter Allison , R. Loutfy Mona , de Pokomandy Alexandra , Colley Guillaume , Zhang Wendy , Sereda Paul , O’Brien Nadia , Proulx-Boucher Karène , Nicholson Valerie , Beaver Kerrigan , Kaida Angela , Team CHIWOS Research
Published: April 2024

We measured health-related quality of life (HRQOL) using the SF-12 among women living with HIV (WLWH) in Canada between August 2013 and May 2015. We investigated differences by perceived receipt of women-centered HIV care (WCHC), assessed using an evidence-based definition with a 5-point Likert item: "Overall, I think that the care I have received from my HIV clinic in the last year has been women-centered" (dichotomized into agree vs. disagree/neutral). Of 1308 participants, 26.3 percent were from British Columbia, 48.2 percent from Ontario, and 25.5 percent from Québec. The median age was 43 years (interquartile range = 36-51). Most (42.2 percent) were White, 29.4 percent African/Caribbean/Black, and 21.0 percent Indigenous. Overall, 53.4 percent perceived having received WCHC. Mean physical and mental HRQOL scores were 43.8 (standard deviation [SD] = 14.4) and 41.7 (SD = 14.2), respectively. Women perceiving having received WCHC had higher mean physical (44.7; SD = 14.0) and mental (43.7; SD = 14.1) HRQOL scores than those not perceiving having received WCHC (42.9; SD = 14.8 and 39.5; SD = 14.0, respectively; p < .001). In multivariable linear regression, perceived WCHC was associated with higher mental (β = 3.48; 95 percent confidence interval: 1.90, 5.06) but not physical HRQOL. Improving HRQOL among Canadian WLWH, which was lower than general population estimates, is needed, including examining the potential of WCHC as an effective model of clinical care.
HIV-Related Stigma and Overlapping Stigmas Towards People Living With HIV Among Health Care Trainees In Canada
Authors: Wagner Anne C. , Girard Todd , McShane Kelly E. , Margolese Shari , Hart Trevor
Published: April 2024

HIV continues to be a stigmatized disease, despite significant advances in care and concerted effort to reduce discrimination, stereotypes, and prejudice. Living with HIV is often associated with a multitude of overlapping and intersecting experiences which can, in and of themselves, also be stigmatized, and which may exacerbate HIV-related stigma. The consequences of these stigmatizing experiences are particularly impactful when the stigmatizing individual is a health care provider, as this can influence access to and quality of care. The current study empirically investigates a model of overlapping stigmas (homophobia, racism, sexism, stigma against injection drug use and stigma against sex work) potentially held by health care provider trainees in Canada to determine how these constructs overlap and intersect, and to assess whether HIV-related stigma may have unique attributes. Understanding overlapping stigmas can help inform targeted, stigma-informed training for health care trainees in order to provide effective, compassionate care for people living with HIV.
Childhood Maltreatment, Bullying Victimization, and Psychological Distress Among Gay and Bisexual Men
Authors: Hart Trevor , Noor Syed W. , Vernon Julia R G , Kidwai Ammaar , Roberts Karen , Myers Ted , Calzavara Liviana
Published: April 2024

Sexual minority men report higher psychological distress than heterosexual men, including depression and anxiety. Research suggests that these health disparities may be due to the heightened stressors that gay, lesbian, and bisexual individuals experience. Some of these stressors occur early on in life, such as childhood abuse and bullying, and may include stressors that are topically related to sexual minority status, such as anti-gay bullying and teasing for gender nonconformity to masculine gender norms. We tested a structural equation model on the association between negative childhood experiences and adult psychological distress among 304 gay and bisexual men. The model fit the data well, and demonstrated an indirect effect of negative childhood experiences on adult psychological distress via dysfunctional thoughts toward oneself. The results integrate the childhood abuse and anti-gay bullying victimization literatures by showing that both forms of adverse childhood experiences are associated with adult psychological distress. The findings suggest the benefit of treatments to reduce negative, dysfunctional thoughts among gay and bisexual men who have experienced adverse childhood events.
Open Relationship Prevalence, Characteristics, and Correlates in a Nationally Representative Sample of Canadian Adults
Authors: Fairbrother Nichole , Hart Trevor , Fairbrother Malcolm
Published: April 2024

Open relationships are those in which individuals agree to participate in sexual and/or emotional and romantic interactions with more than one partner. Accurate estimates of the prevalence of open relationships, based on representative, unbiased samples, are few, and there are none from outside of the United States. We present findings from a nationally representative sample of 2,003 Canadian adults, administered in 2017 via an online questionnaire. Overall, 2.4% of all participants, and 4.0% of those currently in a relationship, reported currently being in an open relationship. One-fifth of participants reported prior engagement in an open relationship, and 12% reported open as their ideal relationship type. Men, compared with women, were more likely to report prior open relationship engagement and to identify open as their ideal relationship type. Younger participants were more likely both to engage in and to prefer open relationships. Relationship satisfaction did not differ significantly between monogamous and open relationships. Having a match between one's actual relationship type and one's preferred relationship type was associated with greater relationship satisfaction. Findings suggest that, while currently only a small proportion of the population is in an open relationship, interest in open relationships is higher, particularly among younger adults, and open appears to be a viable and important relationship type.
The Gender Nonconformity Teasing Scale for Gay and Bisexual Men
Authors: Hart Trevor , Noor Syed W. , Tulloch Tyler  G. , Sivagnanasunderam Buvani , Vernon Julia R G , Pantalone David W. , Myers Ted , Calzavara Liviana
Published: April 2024

Sexual minority youth experience more bullying than their heterosexual peers, and antigay bullying is positively associated with psychological distress. Antigay bullying can also involve being verbally bullied for gender nonconformity, which is common among sexual minority youth. Despite its relevance for the mental health of gay and bisexual men (GBM), no scales with established psychometric properties exist to assess childhood verbal bullying based on gender nonconformity. In this study, we tested the psychometric properties of the Gender Nonconformity Teasing Scale (GeNTS). In this cross-sectional study, we enrolled 304 participants (median age 44, 91% gay identified) who responded to 13 items, using a 5-point Likert-type scale. Sample items include “I was teased because I played with girls” and “I was teased for being ‘too feminine.’” Fit indices, in an exploratory factor analysis with oblique rotation, suggested a nine-item, two-factor solution: (a) teasing pertaining to the choice of social activities and (b) teasing based on gender expression. The scale correlated positively with self-reports of childhood teasing and bullying frequency, and adult loneliness, depression, and anxiety. The GeNTS is a reliable scale that demonstrates medium to strong associations with psychological distress among GBM. This scale will enable researchers to investigate retrospective reports of bullying based on gender nonconformity among GBM and its effects on psychological distress. The GeNTS may also be helpful as a screening tool in clinical settings for clinicians working with GBM. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2022 APA, all rights reserved)
Combination HIV Prevention Strategies Among Montreal Gay, Bisexual, and Other Men Who Have Sex with Men in the PrEP Era: A Latent Class Analysis
Authors: Doyle Carla M. , Maheu-Giroux Mathieu , Lambert Gilles , Mishra Sharmistha , Apelian Herak , Messier-Peet Marc , Otis Joanne , Grace Daniel , Hart Trevor , Moore David M , Lachowsky Nathan J. , Cox Joseph , Team the Engage Study
Published: April 2024

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) became publicly available in Quebec for gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (GBM) in 2013. We used baseline data from Engage, a cohort of GBM recruited by respondent-driven sampling, to examine patterns of combination HIV prevention use among Montreal GBM since PrEP became available. Latent class analysis, stratified by HIV status, was used to categorize GBM by self-reported use of biomedical and behavioural prevention strategies. Correlates of resulting classes were identified using multinomial logistic regression. Among HIV-negative/unknown GBM (n = 968), we identified four classes: low use of prevention (32%), condoms (40%), seroadaptive behaviour (21%), and biomedical (including PrEP; 7%). Those using prevention (condoms, seroadaptive behaviour, and biomedical) had a higher number of anal sex partners and were more likely to report a recent sexually transmitted infection diagnosis. GBM using biomedical prevention also had a higher level of formal education. Among GBM living with HIV (n = 200), we identified three classes: mainly antiretroviral treatment (ART) with viral suppression (53%), ART with viral suppression and condoms (19%), and ART with viral suppression and seroadaptive behaviour (18%). Again, the number of anal sex partners was higher among those using condoms and seroadaptive behaviours. Our findings show antiretroviral-based prevention, either alone or in combination with other strategies, is clearly a component of the HIV prevention landscape for GBM in Montreal. Nevertheless, PrEP uptake remains low, and there is a need to promote its availability more widely.
GPS: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Sexual Health Counseling for Gay and Bisexual Men Living With HIV
Authors: Alvarado Beatriz E. , Martinez-Cajas Jorge Luis , Mueses Hector Fabio , Correa Sanchez Diego , Adam Barry D. , Hart Trevor
Published: April 2024

Interventions addressing the sexual health need of HIV-positive men who have sex with men (MSM) in Latin America are scarce. We adapted and evaluated GPS, a group-based intervention led by peers, developed using the Information-Motivation-Behavioral (IMB) model and motivational interviewing (MI). We used McKleroy et al framework to culturally adapt GPS to MSM living with HIV infection in Colombia. Then, a one-armed pilot trial examined changes in depressive symptoms, loneliness, self-efficacy for engaging in sexual risk reduction behaviors, sexual sensation seeking and sexual compulsivity at pre-intervention, post-intervention, and 3-month follow-up. These results were complemented with semistructured interviews with participants 3 months after the intervention. GPS was identified to be culturally acceptable with few changes in materials and exercises. Facilitators showed high levels of adherence and fidelity to MI principles. Seven of 11 eligible participants finished the intervention; GPS positively influenced self-efficacy for condom negotiation, depressive symptoms, and condomless anal sex with partners of unknown HIV status. Exit interviews revealed that GPS was well-designed, relevant, facilitated discussion of sex in a nonjudgmental manner, and helped make positive changes in participants’ sexual lives. These results provided preliminary evidence of an intervention to address sexual and mental health of MSM living with HIV in Latin America.
Pre-exposure prophylaxis and bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among gay and bisexual men
Authors: Hart Trevor , Noor Syed W. , Berlin Graham W. , Skakoon-Sparling Shayna , Tavangar Farideh , Tan Darrell , Lambert Gilles , Grace Daniel , Lachowsky Nathan J. , Jollimore Jody , Sang Jordan M. , Parlette Abbie , Lal Allan , Apelian Herak , Moore David , Cox Joseph , Team the Engage Study
Published: April 2024

Objectives: While pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) prevents HIV acquisition among gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (GBM), PrEP-using GBM may be more likely to engage in sexual behaviours associated with bacterial STIs. We examined associations between PrEP use, condomless anal sex (CAS), number of anal sex partners, oral sex and bacterial STI diagnoses among GBM living in Canada's three largest cities.

Methods: Among HIV-negative/unknown-status GBM in the baseline of the Engage cohort study, we fit a structural equation model of the associations between any PrEP use, sexual behaviours and bacterial STI diagnosis. We estimated direct and indirect paths between PrEP use and STI via CAS, number of anal sex partners and oral sex.

Results: The sample included 2007 HIV-negative/unknown status GBM in Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver. There was a significant direct association between PrEP use and current STI diagnosis (β=0.181; 95% CI: 0.112 to 0.247; p<0.001), CAS (β=0.275; 95% CI: 0.189 to 0.361; p<0.001) and number of anal sex partners (β=0.193; 95% CI: 0.161 to 0.225; p<0.001). In the mediated model, the direct association between PrEP use and STIs was non-significant. However, the indirect paths from PrEP to CAS to STIs (β=0.064; 95% CI: 0.025 to 0.120; p=0.008), and from PrEP to greater number of anal sex partners to CAS to STIs were significant (β=0.059; 95% CI: 0.024 to 0.108; p=0.007).

Conclusions: Our study adds to the growing awareness that PrEP use among GBM may be associated with bacterial STIs because PrEP users have more anal sex partners and are more likely to engage in CAS. The results underscore the importance of providing effective STI counselling and regular testing to PrEP users, adapting PrEP care and related STI testing to individual needs, and the need for effective prevention strategies for bacterial STIs.
Examining Associations Between Resilience and PrEP Use Among HIV negative GBM in Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver
Authors: Sang Jordan M. , Wang Lu , Moore David M , Barath Justin , Lal Allan , Hart Trevor , Skakoon-Sparling Shayna , Noor Syed W. , Chown Sarah , Lambert Gilles , Cox Joseph , Jollimore Jody , Parlette Abbie , Apelian Herak , Grace Daniel , Lachowsky Nathan J.
Published: April 2024

This study evaluated the association between resilience and PrEP use among a population-based sample of Canadian gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (GBM). Sexually active GBM aged ≥ 16 years old were recruited via respondent-driven sampling (RDS) in Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver from 02/2017 to 07/2019. We conducted a pooled cross-sectional analysis of HIV-negative/unknown GBM who met clinical eligibility for PrEP. We performed multivariable RDS-II-weighted logistic regression to assess the association between scores on the Connor-Davidson Resilience-2 Scale and PrEP. Mediation analyses with weighted logistic and linear regression were used to assess whether the relationship between minority stressors and PrEP use was mediated by resilience. Of 1167 PrEP-eligible GBM, 317 (27%) indicated they took PrEP in the past six months. Our multivariable model found higher resilience scores were associated with greater odds of PrEP use in the past six months (aOR = 1.13, 95%CI = 1.00, 1.28). We found that resilience reduced the effect of the association between heterosexist discrimination and PrEP use. Resilience also mediated the relationship between internalized homonegativity and PrEP use and mediated the effect of the association between LGBI acceptance concern and PrEP use. Overall, PrEP-eligible GBM with higher resilience scores had a greater odds of PrEP use in the past six months. We also found mixed results for the mediating role of resilience between minority stress and PrEP use. These findings underline the continued importance of strength-based factors in HIV prevention.
Have the environmental benefits of insect farming been overstated? A critical review
Authors: Biteau Corentin , Bry-Chevalier Tom , Crummett Dustin , Loewy Katrina , Ryba Ren , St. Jules Michael
Published: April 2024

Humanity's food system has an immense environmental impact, and insects have been frequently proposed as a more environmentally sustainable option. The industrialised farming of insects for livestock feed and human food has attracted the attention of industry, policymakers, and the scientific community. However, many of the benefits commonly mentioned by companies and proponents of insect farming are challenged by current scientific evidence. This review examines the evidence used to assess insect farming's environmental benefits and drawbacks for both human food and animal feed. Significant knowledge gaps remain. Most studies have been conducted in small-scale settings, which may not accurately reflect real-world, industrial conditions. There are significant uncertainties, with many authors highlighting the fact that the future environmental impact of large-scale insect production is largely unknown. This is especially true given claims that insects can be fed on food waste and that insect frass can be used as fertiliser, both of which have considerable challenges to overcome at scale. Lastly, most insect based foods replace plant-based products with limited environmental impact rather than meat, and several studies indicate that insects-based feeds and pet food can have a larger environmental impact than conventional products. By providing a comprehensive overview, this review highlights key areas for further research and ensures policymakers have a clearer picture of the remaining uncertainties surrounding this emerging industry.
Statistical Analysis of Speaking Strategies among Non-Native English Speaking Graduate Students in the Masters Legal and Judicial Governance and Banking, Finance, and Insurance Programs
Authors: Bouyarmane Najwa
Published: April 2024

This study aims to investigate the speaking strategies used by non-native English-speaking Master's students enrolled in the programs of Legal and Judicial Governance (L.J.G.) and Banking, Finance, and Insurance (B.F.I.) at the Faculty of Legal, Social, and Economic Studies of Mohammedia, Hassan II University of Casablanca, Morocco. The research employs an extensive questionnaire to analyze various aspects of speaking strategies employed by Master's students, including language translation, communication priorities, error correction mechanisms, and sources of language input. Descriptive statistics are applied to analyze responses and provide insights into the prevalence and effectiveness of these speaking strategies. Additionally, a comparative analysis is conducted to juxtapose the strategies employed by both Master's students. The findings underscore the diverse approaches adopted by Master's students via a Likert scale to enhance their speaking proficiency within the specific academic disciplines of Legal and Judicial Governance (L.J.G.) and Banking, Finance, and Insurance (B.F.I.). Furthermore, the research illuminates the factors influencing the selection of speaking strategies among Master's students. This study highlights the significance of its findings for language teaching and learning at the Master's level within the Faculty of Legal, Social, and Economic Studies of Mohammedia. It discusses implications for professors aiming to facilitate language development among Master's students and provides suggestions for future research in this field.
ANALYSIS OF FACTORS AFFECTING RAW GOODS IN INDONESIA SINCE 1986-2021
Authors: Kokop Rohmadoni , Lubis Firstly Ramadhona Amalia
Published: April 2024

In Indonesia, the demand for raw goods continues to increase along with national and international needs, making production continue to increase and this makes economic growth continue to increase, but inversely proportional to the availability of raw goods in nature which is increasingly dwindling and it is feared that it does not have raw goods spare parts,  so the government carries out policies related to this phenomenon by allowing more processing of raw goods into semi-finished goods so that  More maximally in handling these problems and increasing the value of investment and export activities. In addition, investment adds to existing resources so as to create relations between countries with cooperation and use the prevailing exchange rate. In this study, it is known that the influence of raw goods on economic growth is positive with other factors such as investment activities, exports, exchange rates that make economic growth more positive than the previous year. In this method, using the var model in research where previous research was carried out previously through secondary data collection methods and separated in detail according to year. Management uses apalkasi in conducting research with var more helps get information shouting data that is processed.from the results of the sarsenerity test it is found that all variables except for one varibael, namely the Export variable (EKS) because at the level or first difference do not have a stationary value.the optimal leg test leg is in the maximum second leg.in the stability test all have a stable intention.impulse response has a positive and negative effect on variables except  against investment while in the Variance Decomposition test increased every period. The production of raw goods has a negative effect at the beginning of the production period but often over time it has a positive effect on economic growth.
FLOW EXPERIENCE, CUSTOMER SATISFACTION, CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE, AND CUSTOMER LOYALTY ON ONLINE SHOPPING APPLICATIONS
Authors: Liestyana Yuli , Hara Muhammad
Published: April 2024

The researchers wanted to get some evidence to prove the hypotheses of this study. Flow experience, customer satisfaction, customer experience, and customer loyalty are the variables in this study. From the population of online shopping application users in the Special Region of Yogyakarta, a sample was selected using a non-probability sampling technique with a purposive sampling method. The data was then analyzed using Partial Least Square with SmartPLS 3.0 software. The first testing stage is the outer measurement to obtain validity and reliability values. Then, the researchers conducted an inner model measurement to find evidence of whether the hypotheses were accepted or rejected. The analysis results show that (1) Flow experience has a positive effect on customer loyalty, (2) Flow experience has a positive effect on customer experience, (3) Customer experience has a positive effect on customer satisfaction, (4) Customer satisfaction does not have a positive effect on customer loyalty, (5) Customer experience has a positive effect on customer loyalty.
THE EFFECT OF INTERNSHIP AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP TRAINING ON STRAT-UP PERFORMANCE WITH ENTREPRENEURIAL MOTIVATION AS AN INTERVENING VARIABEL
Authors: Puro Intan Widia , mebis Kussudyarsana , Nasir Moechammad , Setyawan Anton Agus
Published: April 2024

This research aims to analyze the influence of internships and entrepreneurship training on start-up performance, both directly and through entrepreneurial motivation. This research used a quantitative approach with a sample of the first batch of UMS Independent Entrepreneurial Students in 2022, involving 869 participants. Sample selection criteria included full participation in the program and having an active business. The results of the analysis show that internships have a positive and significant impact on start-up performance and entrepreneurial motivation. While entrepreneurship training does not have a significant direct impact on start-up performance, it does influence entrepreneurial motivation significantly. Entrepreneurial motivation also has a significant positive impact on start-up performance. Interestingly, both internships and entrepreneurship training provide a significant positive impact on start-up performance when mediated by entrepreneurial motivation. Internships and entrepreneurship training have an important role in influencing start-up performance, especially when linked to entrepreneurial motivation. This emphasizes the importance of experience-based learning and formal training in supporting entrepreneurial spirit and performance among students in Indonesia.
IMPLEMENTATION OF SUSPECT RIGHTS IN THE CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION PROCESS
Authors: Fouza Azwir Abdul Aziz  , Muzakkir
Published: April 2024

In the context of the occurrence of a criminal act, every law enforcer will adhere to the provisions of the Law of the Republic of Indonesia Number 8 of 1981 concerning the Criminal Procedure Code or commonly abbreviated as KUHAP which will be used as a guideline regarding the procedures for punishing a person suspected of committing a crime or so-called as a suspect. Basically the Criminal Procedure Code has clearly regulated matters relating to the rights of the suspect, the arrangements of which have been included in Articles 50 to 68 of the Criminal Procedure Code. As a positive law in Indonesia which is the basis for law enforcement, it has regulated the rights of suspects in the process of investigating criminal acts.
LEGAL REVIEW OF THE READINESS OF BUSINESS IMPLEMENTATION BASED ON HUMAN RIGHTS IN THE MAKASSAR INDUSTRIAL AREA
Authors: Arman Muis  , Teguh Prasetyo  , Elvira Fitriyani Pakpahan  , Alkana Yudha  , Vita Cita Emia Tarigan  , M. Iqbal Asnawi
Published: April 2024

The position of business actors in today's development has a significant impact on the economic sector of a country. On the other hand, business activities can have an impact on social change, considering that the business activities of business actors have a direct impact on society and the environment, and have the potential for human rights violations. Makassar Industrial Estate is one of the icons of economic growth and the centre of business activities in eastern Indonesia, which has intersections with human rights in the implementation of its business activities. This research uses the type and form of normative legal research that examines and analyses based on legal theories, legal principles and things written in laws and regulations (law in book) as well as legal literature to answer problem issues. The research method uses a conceptual approach and a statutory approach. The technique used to collect legal material is a literature study document study. The results show that since the establishment of the United Nations (UN), the issue of human rights has emerged and become a serious discussion in every international forum. Since 2005, human rights issues have become more focused on the business sector. As a member of the UN, Indonesia has committed to focus on business and human rights by issuing Presidential Regulation No. 60 of 2023 on the National Strategy for Business and Human Rights in 2023. Business activities in the Makassar Industrial Estate still have a negative record on environmental issues and child labour, which is one of the business and human rights issues. Legal and institutional readiness is needed to implement Indonesia's commitment to focus on human rights-based business.
Cosmic Dragons: A Two-Component Mixture Model of COSMOS Galaxies
Authors: Black William K. , Evrard August E.
Published: April 2024

Using the photometric population prediction method {}, we characterize the Red Sequence (RS) and Blue Cloud (BC) of DES galaxies in the COSMOS field. Red Dragon (RD) uses a redshift-evolving, error-corrected Gaussian mixture model to detail the distribution of photometric colors, smoothly parameterizing the two populations with relative weights, mean colors, intrinsic scatters, and inter-color correlations. This resulting fit of RS and BC yields RS membership probabilities for each galaxy. Even when training on only DES main bands griz, RD selects the quiescent population (defined here as galaxies with ) with ≳90% balanced accuracy out to z=2; augmenting with extended photometry from VIRCAM improves this accuracy to ∼95% out to z=3. We measure redshift evolution of sSFR and galactic age in several stellar mass bins, finding that the BC is consistently more star-forming (by ) and typically younger (by ) than the RS (up to z∼1.4). This characterization of both RS and BC as functions of redshift and stellar mass improves our understanding of both populations and opens the door to more precise galaxy population characterization in future deep optical and IR systems.
Endurance training improves oxygen uptake/demand mismatch, metabolic flexibility and recovery in patients with sickle cell disease
Authors: Mougin Loïs , Riccetti Manon , Merlet Angèle N. , Bartolucci Pablo , Gellen Barnabas , Blervaque Léo , D’Humières Thomas , Galactéros Frédéric , Emhoff Chi-An W. , Féasson Léonard , Messonnier Laurent A.
Published: April 2024

Patients with sickle cell disease (SCD) display lower slope coefficients of the oxygen uptake (V_O2) vs. work rate (W) relationship (delineating an O2 uptake/demand mismatch) and a poor metabolic flexibility. Because endurance training (ET) increases the microvascular network and oxidative enzymes activity including one involved in lipid oxidation, ET might improve the slope coefficient of the V_O2 vs. W curve and the metabolic flexibility of SCD patients. ET may also contribute to improve patient post-exercise cardiopulmonary and metabolic recovery. Fifteen patients with SCD performed a submaximal incremental test on a cycle ergometer before (SIT1) and after (SIT2) 8 weeks of ET. Minute ventilation, ventilation rate (VR), heart rate (HR), V_O2, CO2 production, respiratory exchange ratio, carbohydrate/lipid utilization and partitioning (including %Lipidox) and blood lactate concentration ([lactate]b) were measured during and after SIT1 and SIT2. At baseline, the slope coefficient of the V_O2 vs. W curve positively correlated with total hemoglobin, mean corpuscular hemoglobin and percentage of HbF. After training, the slope coefficient of the V_O2 vs. W curve was significantly higher and the [lactate]b increase was delayed. If patients’ energy metabolism apparently relied largely on carbohydrate sources during SIT1, %Lipidox tended to increase at low exercise intensities during SIT2, supporting a training-induced improvement of metabolic flexibility in patients with SCD. Post-exercise recovery of VR, V_E/V_CO2, HR and [lactate]b was faster after training. We concluded that ET in patients with SCD i) ameliorated the oxygen uptake/demand mismatch, ii) blunted the metabolic inflexibility, and iii) improved post-exercise cardiopulmonary and metabolic responses.
Kemoterapi alan hastalarda umut düzeyinin genel semptom ve yaşam kalitesine etkisi
Authors: Arzık Ayşe , Yılmaz Emel , Baydur Hakan
Published: April 2024

Amaç: Çalışma onkoloji kliniğinde kemoterapi tedavisi alan hastalarda umut düzeyinin genel semptom ve yaşam kalitesine etkisini belirlemek amacıyla yapıldı. Yöntem: Tanımlayıcı kesitsel türdeki bu araştırmaya Türkiye'nin batı bölgesindeki bir eğitim ve araştırma hastanesinin kemoterapi ünitesine başvuran 202 hasta dahil edildi. Veriler Kişisel Bilgi Formu, Herth Umut Ölçeği, Genel Semptom Envanteri Türkçe Formu, Kanserli Hastalarda Yaşam Kalitesi Ölçeği (EORTC QLQ-C30) ve Genel Yaşam Kalitesi Ölçeği (SF-12) ile toplandı. Verilerin analizinde tanımlayıcı istatistikler, tek değişkenli analizler ve linear regresyon analizi kullanıldı. Bulgular: Hastaların yaş ortalaması 56.24±11.88 yıldır. Araştırma grubunun hastalık süresi ortalamasının 10.57±16.61 ay, %55'inin meme kanseri tanısı aldığı, %60.4'ünün hastalığı ile ilgili ameliyat olduğu ve %40.6'sının hastalık evresinin Evre II olduğu saptandı. Hastaların %21.8'inin metastazı bulunduğu ve kemoterapi kür ortalamasının 6.69±4.48 olduğu belirlendi. Katılımcıların Herth Umut Ölçeği ve Genel Semptom Envanteri düzeylerinin SF-12 fiziksel ve mental özet skor ve EORTC QLQ-C30 özet skor ve global yaşam kalitesi düzeylerini etkilediği saptandı. Sonuç: Araştırma sonucunda kemoterapi alan hastaların umut düzeylerinin ve kansere bağlı yaşam kalitelerinin orta, genel yaşam kalitelerinin düşük düzeyde olduğu ve kansere bağlı semptomları daha az yaşadıkları saptandı. Umut düzeylerinin genel semptomları ve yaşam kalitesini etkilediği belirlendi.
Analisis Pengaruh Fasilitas dan Kualitas Pelayanan Terhadap Kepuasan Pelanggan Pada PT. Pelabuhan Indonesia (Pelindo) III Cabang Bima
Authors: Fadillah Fitri , Intisari Haryanti
Published: April 2024

Sebagai lembaga penyedia fasilitas jalur laut yang mempunyai misi untuk menghubungkan antara satu daerah dengan daerah lainnya, maka dari itu pelabuhan sangat dibutuhkan dalam mempermudah bongkar muat barang atau jasa. Pelabuhan merupakan sebuah fasilitas di ujung samudra, sungai, atau danau untuk menerima kapal dan memindahkan barang maupun penumpang kedalamnya. Dalam fungsinya tersebut, berarti pelabuhan harus melayani segala bentuk kegiatan dan kepentingan yang berhubungan dengan kebutuhan orang yang akan berpergian dengan menggunakan sarana jasa angakatan laut. Oleh karena itu pelayanan yang diberikan kepada penumpang harus dilaksanakan secara optimal dan berkualitas. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis pengaruh  fasilitas dan kualitas pelayanan baik secara parsial maupun secara simultan terhadap kepuasan pelanggan pada PT. Pelabuhan Indonesia (Pelindo) III Cabang Bima. populasi adalah seluruh pelanggan yang sudah menggunakan jasa pada PT. Pelabuhan Indonesia (Pelindo) dengan jumlah sampel 50 orang. Hasil menunjukkan bahwa kualitas pelayanan berpengaruh secara parsial terhadap kepuasan pelanggan pada PT. Pelabuhan Indonesia (Pelindo) III Cabang Bima,sedangkan fasilitas tidak berpengaruh.
Persepsi Masyarakat Terhadap Produk perbankan Syariah di Bandar Lor Kota Kediri
Authors: Rhomadoni Siti , Khairan
Published: April 2024

Persepsi masyarakat merupakan suatu potensi dimana persepsi orang yang mencari dan mendalami berbagai macam ilmu, baik umum ataupun agama dalam kehidupan bermasyarakat itu sangat penting, seperti halnya persepsi/pengetahuan tentang sesuatu yang berhubungan dengan perbankan syariah. Bank syariah yang memiliki produk-produk syariah tersendiri. Persepsi masyarakat akan mempengaruhi lebih mendalamnya pengetahuan mengenai pengertian bank syariah itu sendiri dain produk-produk perbankan syariah dan  minat menabung dibank syariah. Dari uraian di atas, dapat dirumuskan masalah penelitian bagaimana persepsi masyarakat terhadap produk-produk perbankan syariah di Bandarlor kota Kediri dan bagaimana faktor yang mempengaruhi persepsi masyarakat terhadap produk-produk perbankan syariah di Bandarlor Kota Kediri. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif, dengan jumlah enam informan. Penelitian ini dilakukan di Kelurahan Bandarlor kota Kediri,  pengumpulan data menggunakan wawancara, obsevasi dan dokumentasi. Data dianalisis dengan menggunakan model Milles and Humbles (interactive model) yaitu reduksi data,  penyajian data, dan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian, yaitu Persepsi masyarakat terhadap produk perbankan syariah di Bandarlor Kota Kediri masih sangat kurang. Mayoritas masyarakat belum mengetahui tentang produk-produk perbankan syariah dan sisitem akad-akad yang ada di bank syariah. Masyarakat beranggapan karena  dari pihak Bank Syariah itu sendiri kurang bersosialisasi kepada masyarakat terutama pada masyarakat kelurahan Bandarlor. Faktor yang mempengaruhi persepsi masyarakat terhadap produk perbankan syariah adalah faktor pengetahuan, sikap, minat dan kebutuhan.
Strategi Meningkatkan Kualitas Layanan Melalui Digitalisasi Perbankan di BSI Trade Center Kota Kediri
Authors: Larassati Niken , Fauzi Ahmad
Published: April 2024

Perkembangan teknologi mengakibatkan bergesernya frekuensi masyarakat dalam bertransaksi. Bagi perusahaan yang bergerak dibidang jasa perbankan,  memberikan kepuasan kepada nasabah adalah sebuah hal pokok yang tidak boleh diabaikan. Oleh karena itu, perbankan harus meningkatkan kualitas layanan dan  memiliki inovasi layanan berbasis digital. Penelitian ini membahas tentang bagaimana strategi meningkatkan kualitas layanan melalui digitalisasi pebankan di BSI Trade Center Kota Kediri dan bagaimana strategi meningkatkan kualitas layanan melalui digitalisasi di BSI Trade Center Kota  Kediri menurut prespektif pemasaran. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif. Dengan pembahasan bersifat teoritis dan empiris disertai analisa sesuai dengan kondisi yang ada. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan triangulasi data yaitu observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian yaitu strategi peningkatkan kualitas layanan melalui digitalisasi perbankan di BSI Trade Center Kota Kediri menurut perspektif manajemen pemasaran, telah dilakukan dengan tepat dan dapat menarik minat nasabah dalam penggunaan aplikasi mobile banking. BSI Trade Center Kota Kediri menerapkan tiga komponen pemasaran dan 4P marketing mix. Strategi pemasaran yang paling dominan sebagai eksistensi yaitu promosi. Akan tetapi, perlu mengevaluasi atau meningkatkan strategi pemasaran terkait pelayanan BSI Mobile.  Selain itu upaya pengenalan berkelanjutan juga dilakukan untuk pengenalan penggunaan sistem  yang efektif dan efisien. Dikarenakan faktor usia, akhirnya nasabah sulit mengoperasikan layanan BSI Mobile.
Analisis Marketing Syariâ€™ah Dalam Memperthankan Stabilitas Omzet di Tengah Pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Milenia Gita Sonia , Sutantri
Published: April 2024

Pandemi covid-19 memaksa semua orang agar meminimalisir berintraski satu sama lain hal itu membuat bisnis offline kurang diminati, untuk menghadapi persaingan yang ketat menuntut untuk setiap pemasar agar mampu melaksanakan kegiatan pemasarannya dengan lebih efektif dan efesien baik dalam pemasaran offline maupun online. Sehubungan dengan ini, penulis menemukan beberapa masalah dalam startegi pemasaran syariâ€™ah ditengah Covud-19 diantaranya banyaknya penjual mengeluh atas penurunan omzet yang di dapatkan selama pandemi terjadi, kemajuan teknologi dan zaman yang mengakibatkan persaingan bisnis semakin ketat, banyaknya penjual yang belum sesuai prinsip-prinsip syariah, serta tidak sedikit orang yang masih ragu untuk melakukan transaksi jual beli online. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif dengan tipe penelitian Studi Kasus (Case Study). Pengumpulan data menggunakan metode observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Adapun penelitian ini berlokasi di Grosir Jilbab Fitri Kediri. Hasil penelitian adalah Marketing syariah shiddiq yang diterapkan oleh Toko Grosir Jilbab Fitri Kediri dalam mempertahankan stabilitas omset yaitu melalui aktif pada pemasaran oline dan pemasaran produk yang sesuai dengan kenyataan tidak ada yang disembunyikan yaitu dengan memasang vidio dan foto-foto real pict, dan pada karyawan Toko Grosir Jilbab Fitri Kediri menerapkannya dengan memilih atau merekrut karyawan yang jujur dalam berkerja dan bertindak. Toko Grosir Jilbab Fitri juga membuka lapangan pekerja menggunakan pembentukan reseller sebagai upaya memperluas pemasaran untuk dapat mempertahankan stabilitas omzet.
Manajemen Risiko Operasional Bank Syariah; Teori dan Manfaat
Authors: Anam Hoirul
Published: April 2024

Masalah yang sering dihadapi perbankan di era saat ini sangat bervariatif, tergantung pengeloaan oprasional masing-masing. Artikel ini bertujuan untuk memberi Khazanah keilmuan tentang teori manajemen risiko oprasional bank syariah serta manfaat dari pengelolaannya. Serta mengungkapkan factor-faktor yang sering menjadi penyebab dan akibat dari kesalahan manajemen oprasional yang tidak maksimal. Dengan menggunakan penelitian kualitatif deskriptif yang didukung data sekunder dari berbagai sumber. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa manajemen oprasional sangat penting bagi keberlangsungan bank syariah diamasa mendatang, disamping itu manfaat yang dapat diterima menunjukan kontribusi manajemen yang baik dapat maminimalisir akibat kesalahan oprasional yang tidak diinginkan.
Analisis Kekeringan dengan Metode PNI di Kecamatan Manggelewa dan Kilo Kabupaten Dompu
Authors: Hijah Siti Nurul , Aulya Baiq Ananda
Published: April 2024

Kecamatan Manggelewa dan Kilo terletak di Kabupaten Dompu NTB merupakan dataran tinggi 2 sd 250 meter dari permukaan laut, sangat berpotensi untuk pertanian tanaman pangan. Tahun 2023 kecamatan manggelewa dan kilo masuk dalam peringatan dini kekeringan level siaga yang memiliki potensi kekeringan meteorologi yang tinggi dan berdampak krisis air bersih dan gagal panen. Untuk mengatasi kondisi tersebut dilakukan analisa indeks kekeringan dengan tujuan mengetahui nilai indeks kekeringan dan mengidentifikasi periode bencana yang paling parah. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode kuantitatif dengan menganalisis indeks kekeringan menggunakan Percent Normal Index (PNI)). Prediksi kekeringan periode 2003-2022 Kecamatan Manggelewa sebesar 100 kejadian dan Kilo 117 kejadian, periode 2023-2032 kecamatan Manggelewa terjadi 23 kejadian dan Kilo 60 kejadian, kategori amat sangat kering. Bulan Juli dan Agustus periode 2003-2022 terjadi tingkat kekeringan paling ekstrem, tercatat 20 kejadian Amat Sangat Kering, periode 2023-2032 bulan Mei sd Oktober mengalami kekeringan terparah dengan 10 kejadian Amat Sangat Kering.
Design And Evaluation of User Experience Using the Heuristic Evaluation Method: A Case of Papua University Website
Authors: Subay Natasya Yusinta , Inan Dedi I. , Juita Ratna , Sanglise Marlinda , Podajow Devid Riswandy
Published: April 2024

This research focuses on designing and evaluating user interface/user experience (UI/UX) of the Informatics Engineering website profile of Papua University using the Heuristic Evaluation method. One crucial aspect of website design is the UI design, which serves as the interaction tool between the user and the website itself, thus determining the user experience. The research method includes problem identification, literature review, UI design, questionnaire testing, evaluation, and result analysis. The questionnaire as a tool for the evaluation obtained data from 21 respondents, including 4 lecturers of Informatics Engineering experiencing in this field. The analysis concludes that there is an average severity level of 2, indicating minor issues in the website UI design. Aspects requiring further improvement include Error Prevention System, Recovery and System, and Help and Documentation. However, these aspects can still be improved to enhance the quality of website design. Suggestions for further development include adding error message notification features, feedback features, and design documentation to enhance user experience when using the website.
SECURITY ISSUES IN CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTIONS
Authors: Gromov Vladimir Gennad’evich
Published: April 2024

The article deals with the issues of security in correctional institutions, consisting of ensuring the safety of correctional officers and the safety of the convicts themselves. Ensuring security depends on the ability and ability of correctional personnel to prevent crime and criminal behavior of subjects in places of deprivation of liberty. In order to effectively prevent crimes and ensure the safety of convicts, constant monitoring of the operational situation in the institution is necessary.
SUBJECTS OF PUBLIC CONTROL OVER THE PROVISION OF HUMAN RIGHTS AND ASSISTANCE IN THE WORK OF CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTIONS
Authors: Petajchuk Anton Andreevich
Published: April 2024

The article analyzes Article 23 of the Penal Enforcement Code of the Russian Federation. The problems of legal regulation are identified in terms of its correlation with the provisions of other federal laws regulating the possibility of participation of members of the public in the correction of persons sentenced to imprisonment and assistance to employees of the penitentiary system in the performance of assigned tasks. The types of public associations whose representatives can visit correctional institutions and communicate with convicts are considered. As a result of the conducted research, the author comes to the conclusion that at present a legal vacuum has formed in terms of the normative consolidation of the types and forms of public control, as well as the definition of participants in criminal enforcement legal relations in the context of assistance to bodies and institutions executing sentences, as well as those sentenced to imprisonment by civil society institutions.
Some features of correctional treatment in relation to sick convicts
Authors: Nikitin Dmitrij
Published: April 2024

Taking into account the opinions of experts, the article analyzes various aspects of legal regulation and evaluation of the effectiveness of correctional treatment in relation to sick convicts. The conclusion is made about the need for comprehensive consideration of the state of health and other individual characteristics of sick convicts in the context of the use of various means of correction. The author suggests considering treatment as a means of correction, and also to establish in the penal enforcement legislation the possibility of suspending the execution of penalties for sick convicts in the form of placement in a penal isolation cell, a cell-type room, a single cell-type room and solitary confinement until their recovery or the end of inpatient treatment.
Retos de los contratos inteligentes en la gobernanza de las organizaciones autónomas descentralizadas en LATAM
Authors: Torres-Bernal Corina , Varela-Vielma Maryorie Natalia
Published: April 2024

En el contexto de América Latina, se exploran las perspectivas jurídicas que envuelven a los contratos inteligentes y su influencia en la gobernanza de las Organizaciones Autónomas Descentralizadas (DAO). Los objetivos primordiales de esta investigación incluyen la definición precisa de las DAO y los contratos inteligentes, el análisis exhaustivo de sus ventajas y desafíos en la gobernanza de las DAO, la exploración del estado actual del marco legal en la región, la identificación de los retos legales latentes y la propuesta de soluciones viables. La metodología se basa en una revisión bibliográfica minuciosa y un análisis detallado de las regulaciones vigentes. Los resultados destacan avances legislativos significativos, pero también ponen de manifiesto lagunas jurídicas relacionadas con la jurisdicción y la privacidad. En última instancia, se enfatiza la imperante necesidad de implementar regulaciones adaptables y estándares internacionales para fomentar la adopción segura de las tecnologías blockchain y los contratos inteligentes en la región latinoamericana.
This article examines the legal perspectives of smart contracts in the governance of decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) in Latin America. The main objectives include defining DAOs and smart contracts, analyzing their benefits and challenges in DAO governance, exploring the current legal framework in the region, identifying challenges, and proposing solutions. The methodology used consists of literature review and documentary analysis of existing regulations. The results highlight advancements in legislation but also legal gaps regarding jurisdiction and privacy. In conclusion, the need for adaptive regulations and international standards to promote the secure adoption of blockchain technologies and smart contracts in Latin America is emphasized.