bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection in Children with Bronchiolitis
Authors: Nahar Kamrun , Ferdousi Asma , Hasan Syeda Humaida , Chowdhury Muhammad Jabed Bin Amin , Choudhury Zabeen , Akther Arifa , Zahur Tamanna
Published: October 2024

Background: Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is the most common organism causing bronchiolitis. Bronchiolitis is almost always diagnosed clinically. As a result, the availability of bedside sensitive rapid RSV antigen tests is critical for timely RSV acute respiratory infection diagnosis.
Methods and materials: This study was conducted to detect RSV antigen positivity and the sociodemographic profile of children with RSV antigen positive bronchiolitis. From October 2022 to March 2023, this observational study was conducted in the pediatrics department of Chattogram Medical College Hospital. Ninety-two nasopharyngeal swabs from children younger than two years, were tested for RSV antigen. The mean and standard deviation were used to express the demographic data. Chi-square analysis was used to examine differences in group proportions.
Results: RSV antigen positivity was detected in 45.7% of the 92 cases, with a mean age of 4.18±3.08 months. Severe bronchiolitis cases were more common (22.8%) among antigen positive cases and had the longest hospital stay. During the months of November (42.4%) and December (29.3%), RSV infection levels peaked. This study describes that during the seasonal epidemics, RSV was the main concern, as the number of positive cases decreased in the months that followed. The signs and symptoms of RSV positive and negative cases were not significantly different.
Conclusion: A simple, low-cost and bedside RSV test can be considered as a valuable diagnostic tool in a low resource setting.
J Bangladesh Coll Phys Surg 2024; 42: 368-378
Relationship Between Gross Motor Function and Nutritional Status of Children with Cerebral Palsy-A cross-sectional study in a Tertiary Care Hospital of Bangladesh
Authors: Alam Syeda Tabassum , Islam Kazi Ashraful , Ahmed Sanjida , Akhter Shaheen , Kundu Gopen Kumar , Fatema Kanij , Tasneem Ruhina , Begum Momena , Akther Mahboba , Banu Laila Arejuman , Paul Bikush Chandra , Nabi Naheed , Bayes Farhana
Published: October 2024

Background: Cerebral Palsy (CP) is one of the most common causes of chronic disability in children. Childhood malnutrition is a major public health issue in low- and middle-income countries. The gross motor function of children with CP can easily be assessed by the tool Gross Motor Function Classification System- Expanded &Revised (GMFCS-E&R). This study aimed to determine the relationship between GMFCS and nutritional status in children with cerebral palsy.
Method: This cross-sectional observational study was conducted in the Department of Pediatric Neurology, IPNA, BSMMU from October 2019 to August 2020. All the patients aged 2-12 years were diagnosed as CP by clinical criteria and classified by GMFCS.  Nutritional status (weight for age, height for age, weight for height, BMI) is assessed and classiﬁed according to the World Health Organization growth charts. Then linear and multinomial logistic regression methods to determine the associations between GMFCS and nutritional status. The correlation between motor function and nutritional status was assessed.
Results: Among the 50 children 68% were male and 32% were female. The mean age of the CP children was 4.90±3.05 years. Most patients (66.0%) came from poor families followed by 24% from the middle class. Functionally majority of patients were in GMFCS level IV (28.0% ) and level V (20.0%). Maximum patients in spastic quadriplegia 42%, spastic hemiplegia 16%.  The level of GMFCS was associated with nutritional status, as determined by anthropometry. Moderate and severe underweight significantly related with GMFC level IV and V. Moderate and severe stunted was significantly related with IV and V GMFC level.  Moderate wasted was significantly related to GMFC levels III and IV. Mild malnutrition was significantly with GMFC level II and III. Severe malnutrition is significantly related to GMFC level IV and V.
Conclusion: This study showed majority of cerebral palsy cases had severe functional gross motor disability and also severe grade of malnutrition. A significant association between severe grade of malnutrition and severe grade of motor disability was found.
J Bangladesh Coll Phys Surg 2024; 42: 342-349
Social Process Analysis in Poverty Alleviation Program: A Study of Khas-Land Distribution in Rural Bangladesh
Authors: Das Dipika , Mallick Bishawjit , Vogt Joachim
Published: October 2024

Land reforms in developing countries are an important instrument to reduce social disparities and to launch a desirable social development process. Such reform includes land redistribution amongst the landless. Similarly in Bangladesh, the core element of land distribution is the Khas-land (KL). The results of the empirical studies conducted in the village ‘Shovna’ clearly show that the distribution of KL only superficially follows the legal regulations. In fact, the possibility of a public resource allocation resulting from a broader political-economic consideration cannot be implemented without a considerable degree of collusion and interdependence between local and national elites in Bangladesh.
Journal of Bangladesh Institute of Planners Vol. 5, Dec 2012, pp. 25-36
Influence of Poverty on Internal Household Mobility Pattern of a City: A Case Study of Khulna City
Authors: Islam Kazi Saiful , Asami Yasushi
Published: October 2024

Because of severe incidence of poverty, unemployment, housing shortage and rapid growth of urban population; the slum and squatters (pocket poverty zone) are quite common in Bangladesh. Through increasing the inequality, crime rate, socio-political tension; the pocket poverty zones (PPZs) can create significant impacts on the mobility pattern of the urban dwellers, which is a well pronounced phenomenon in scholarly literature. To analyze the effect of PPZs on the mobility pattern of the households, a two-step model is proposed where the mobility is defined as a function of the household’s ability to move out and tension level. Additionally, magnetic effect that forces them to stay at the current location even though the tension and ability to move out is very high is also introduced in the model. The socio-political reasons are the most prominent factors influencing the mobility pattern of the slum and non-slum dwellers. Some other factors like; house rent, educational status etc. also seem quite influential decision-making factors. This paper adds further insight into the existing literature explaining the poverty induced household mobility pattern.
Journal of Bangladesh Institute of Planners, Vol. 5, Dec 2012, pp. 37-57
Questioning the Paradigms and Theories Underlying the New Urban Sector Policy of Bangladesh
Authors: Momen Md Saiful
Published: October 2024

This paper was prompted by what we contend to be a high degree of questionability of the paradigms and theories that underlie many of the “recommendations” in the draft Urban Sector Policy 2011. The Policy appears to have embraced the neoliberal paradigm of urban planning and governance in its entirety. We discuss the suitability of many of the tools from the neoliberal package in the case of Bangladesh. The Policy also seems to aspire to be the de facto national spatial policy as it devotes significant amount of space to lay out objectives such as “regionally balanced urbanization” and “hierarchical” distribution of urban centres over the national territory. We point out that absence of “balance” and “hierarchy” is a manifestation of socio-economic processes rather than causes of underdevelopment. Furthermore, the recommended tools to achieve these objectives rely on questionable theories. Many of these tools envisage significant government intervention in the economy, both with spending and regulation. Thus the “regional” objectives represent a contradictory paradigm to the (neoliberal) one of municipal planning and governance. In the near future of neoliberal ascendancy, many of the tools toward “regional” objectives will likely not be feasible. We conclude with a brief examination of micro-regional planning as a replacement or complement of urban sector policy.
Journal of Bangladesh Institute of Planners, Vol. 5, Dec 2012, pp. 59-67
Urban Agriculture in DMDP Area: A Case Study of Gazipur, Kaliganj, Rupganj and Narayanganj Upazilas
Authors: Ananya Tazrina Habib , Mahid Yousuf , Shanta Afia Sultana , Hafiz Roxana
Published: October 2024

Urban and peri-urban agriculture (UPA) has become a key component of the survival strategies of poorer sections of the population while also providing a significant contribution to the urban fresh food supply chain. The positive impacts of this industry include improved nutrition and health, an improved environment for living, increased entrepreneurship and poverty alleviation. Urban agriculture is one of the most effectual concepts of sustainable development. It improves the quality of urban environment through greening and reduction in pollution. In many developed and also in some developing countries, local authorities start to recognize the role of urban agriculture for local economic development, enhancing urban food security and offering recreational services to urban citizens. In a developing country like Bangladesh, where a huge number of people face food insecurity, practice of urban and peri-urban agriculture can play a vital role in supplying fresh foods. Urban planners in developing countries should pay more attention to peri-urban agricultural practices which could assist in improving urban environment, generating employment and reducing future food insecurity. The aim of the study is to determine the suitability of the study area for urban and peri-urban agriculture in DMDP area. As it is not possible to conduct the study for the whole DMDP area within a limited time, the study has narrowed down to Gazipur, Kaliganj, Rupganj and Narayanganj Upazilas.
Journal of Bangladesh Institute of Planners Vol. 5, Dec 2012, pp. 69-77
Visitors’ Opinion and Preference about Ahsan Manzil, Old Dhaka: An Exploratory Study
Authors: Jamal Shaila , Rahman Subrina , Rahman Sonia , Haque Afsana
Published: October 2024

Ahsan Manzil, situated on the left bank of the river Buriganga, is one of the most significant heritage sites of Bangladesh. This site is one of the major sources of recreation for the inhabitants of Dhaka, particularly for the dwellers of the congested Old Dhaka. But the conservation of this invaluable heritage site and its management have always failed to receive proper attention of the concerned authorities. The current research mainly focuses on visitors’ characteristics and preferences for Ahsan Manzil and people’s willingness to pay for the attributes offered by this place. Selected socio-economic variables concerned with the tourists are tested for association with the frequency of visit using chi-square analysis. The priority attributes for visitors in choosing the Ahsan Manzil are analyzed using Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP). Then some policy suggestions have been made in the study.
Journal of Bangladesh Institute of Planners Vol. 5, Dec 2012, pp. 139-150
Spatial Analysis of Land Surface Temperature in Dhaka Metropolitan Area
Authors: Raja Debasish Roy
Published: October 2024

The research is carried out to assess the relationship between the land surface temperatures (LST) and land cover (LC) changes both in quantitative and qualitative ways in Dhaka Metropolitan Area (DMA) using Landsat TM/ETM+ data over the period 1989 to 2010. Supervised classification methods have been taken to prepare the LC map. LST is derived from the thermal band of Landsat TM/ETM+ using the calibration of spectral radiance and emissivity correction of remote sensing. GIS based spatial simulation has been conducted to establishing this relationship using NDBI and NDVI. The changing of LST is directly correlated with LC transition. LST is increasing in those areas where urban developments have been concentrated over this period. Besides, the amount of Vegetation (NDVI) is negatively correlated with LST. The trend of the LST and LC transition indicates that LST will be abruptly increased in the near future and it will affect on micro climate. The urban LST maps, the analyses of thermal-land cover relationships and the spatial simulated figure could be used as a guideline for urban planning, strategies for quality improvement of urban environment and a smart solution to the reduction of UHI effect.
Journal of Bangladesh Institute of Planners, Vol. 5, Dec 2012, pp. 151-167
Pollutants Exposure as A Causal Factor of Cardiovascular Diseases Among Meat Roasters in Selected Abattoirs in Obio/Akpor, Rivers State, Nigeria
Authors: Godspower Imiete , BarinuaTsaro Kpang MeeluBari
Published: October 2024

This study examined the occurrences of CVD among meat roasters in relation to pollutants exposures in abattoirs in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area. Four abattoirs with 50 workers were sampled while air quality parameters were obtained from five points at distances (Om, 20m, 50m, 100m and 200m) in each abattoir. The hand held air quality sampler was used to measure pollutants including gases and particulates such as NO2 , O3 , SO2 , H2 S, CH4 , CO, PM2.5 and PM10 in parts per million (ppm) and microgram per cubic metre (µg/m3 ) whereas the electrocardiogram, ECG machine Cardiart 108T (BPL, India) was used to record electrical events in the heart muscle in order to diagnosed manifestations of CVD. The mean concentration of pollutants measured were O3 (0.43), SO2 (0.31), H2 S (0.17), CH4 (0.15), CO (0.64), PM2.5(2.26) and PM10(8.88). The Pearson Product Moment Correlation and Analysis of Variance statistical tools were employed in the analyses and the coefficient r = .616, r2 = .379 revealed that 38% of CVD occurrence among meat roasters is due to pollutant concentration exposure. On the other, pollutant concentration across the area do not vary significantly as revealed by the ANOVA result (F= 2.3941, P<0.05) with 74% of CVD occurrence observed among workers between the ages of 21-40 years of age. The study concluded that abattoirs are localized source of air pollution releasing pollutants, which contributes significantly to CVD occurrence. Thus, air quality monitoring, constant environmental management and evaluation of abattoirs, use of personal preventive/precautionary approach including going for constant medical check-up, adherence to medical advice, use of personal protective equipment and reduction in duration of exposure were highly recommended.
An Update of Monkeypox Virus and mpox Characteristics
Authors: Serrano Ana Maria Navio
Published: October 2024

Monkeypox virus (MPXV) is the etiological agent of monkeypox (mpox), a zoonotic disease. MPXV is endemic in the forested regions of West and Central Africa, but the virus has recently spread globally, causing outbreaks in multiple non-endemic countries. We review the characteristics of the virus, including its ecology, genomics, infection biology, and evolution. We study the interactions that modulate the virus infection biology, signal transduction, pathogenesis, and host immune responses. And the pathophysiology and epidemiology of MPXV and summarize recent advances in the prevention and treatment of mpox. Probably, the future research directions will be addressing the knowledge gaps, and get a one and only Health approach as an effective strategy to prevent future epidemics of mpox. We’re a team!!! And in these difficult situations, physicians need the most the nurses to get the goal.
STRATEGI MANAJEMEN PERUBAHAN DALAM MENINGKATKAN KINERJA GURU DI SEKOLAH DASAR ISLAMIC GREEN SCHOOL KOTA BEKASI
Authors: Muslikhah Siti , Baharuddin Baharuddin , Muthi Ibnu
Published: October 2024

The purpose of this research is to explain the change management strategy in improving teacher performance in elementary schools, Islamic Green School, Bekasi City. The method used in this study is a qualitative descriptive approach using data collection techniques with the stages of observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study show that the change management strategy in improving teacher performance in Islamic Elementary Schools Islamic Green Schools with change management strategies in several areas, namely decision making, curriculum development, students, facilities, educators, financial public relations and inclusion through increased discipline, provision of motivation, exemplary , conduct supervision and evaluation in the form of supervision. Constraints that occur in the change management strategy in improving teacher performance at Islamic Green School Elementary School, a small number of teachers are late to school, are not motivated to improve performance, are not responsive to exemplary leadership and supervision at Islamic Green School Elementary School. The way to overcome obstacles in improving teacher performance is to increase discipline, provide motivation in developing professionalism through training, principals and senior teachers carry out quarterly supervision and coordinate with related parties to complete learning infrastructure.
STRATEGI KEPEMIMPINAN KEPALA MADRASAH DALAM MENINGKATKAN PROFESIONALISME GURU
Authors: Rosyid Abdul
Published: October 2024

This study aims to determine the leadership of the Sulamul Huda Ibtidaiyah Madrasah principal in improving teacher professional competence, the efforts made and the inhibiting factors that exist in Sulamul Huda Bojonggede Madrasah Ibtidaiyah, Bogor Regency. The research method uses a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through interviews, observation and documentation. The results of this study indicate that the understanding of the Head of Madrasa Ibtidaiyah Sulamul Huda about teacher professionalism is the teacher's commitment to carry out tasks according to ability and always improve their qualifications and competencies to realize the vision and mission of the madrasa and national education goals, the efforts made by the head of Madrasa Ibtidaiyah Sulamul Huda in increasing professionalism teachers is optimizing their duties and functions as educators, managers, administrators, supervisors, leaders, innovators and motivators. The leadership strategy of the Sulamul Huda Ibtidaiyah Madrasa principal in increasing professionalism by implementing a strategy in the form of a human-oriented leadership attitude through a democratic and charismatic attitude which is manifested by listening and clarifying, directing and motivating, explaining and negotiating, exemplifying and providing solutions, measuring and providing reinforcement carried out in an instructive and participatory manner.
Pengaruh Latihan Triangle Run Terhadap Daya Tahan Pada Anggota Ekstrakurikuler Sepakbola SMAN 1 Pebayuran
Authors: Royan Ramadhan Royan , Abidin Dindin
Published: October 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh latihan Triangle Run terhadap daya tahan anggota ekstrakurikuler sepakbola di SMAN 1 Pebayuran. Metode yang digunakan adalah eksperimen dengan desain pre-test dan post-test pada satu kelompok. Sampel penelitian ini terdiri dari 11 siswa yang merupakan anggota aktif ekstrakurikuler sepakbola. Instrumen yang digunakan untuk mengukur daya tahan adalah tes Bleep Test.
Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya peningkatan signifikan dalam daya tahan siswa setelah menjalani latihan Triangle Run selama satu bulan. Rata-rata peningkatan kapasitas daya tahan siswa ditunjukkan melalui hasil tes yang memperlihatkan perubahan positif pada nilai VO2max. Uji hipotesis dengan metode uji-t menghasilkan nilai t-hitung sebesar 13,5, yang lebih besar dari t-tabel 1,812, sehingga dapat disimpulkan bahwa latihan Triangle Run memberikan dampak yang signifikan terhadap peningkatan daya tahan.
Penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi penting dalam pengembangan metode pelatihan fisik, khususnya dalam meningkatkan daya tahan fisik pemain sepakbola di tingkat sekolah. Hasil ini dapat menjadi acuan bagi pelatih dan instansi terkait untuk menerapkan latihan Triangle Run sebagai bagian dari program latihan rutin.
Kata kunci: Triangle Run, daya tahan, sepakbola, VO2max, latihan fisik.
Pengaruh Latihan Power Otot Lengan Push Up Dumbell Swing Dan Hand Walking Terhadap Kecepatan Renang Gaya Bebas 50 Meter Pada Ekstrakurikuler Renang Smp Al-Muslim
Authors: Chairunissa Fajrin Batubara Nissa , Ridlo Azi Faiz
Published: October 2024

Latihan Power Otot Lengan Push Up Dumbell Swing Dan Hand Walking Terhadap Kecepatan Renang Gaya Bebas 50 Meter Pada Ekstrakurikuler Renang Smp Al-Muslim”. Program Studi Pendidikan Jasmani Kesehatan dan Rekreasi. Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Islam 45 Bekasi.
Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui Pengaruh Latihan Power Otot Lengan Terhadap Kecepatan Renang Gaya Bebas 50 Meter Pada Anggota Estrakurikuler Renang SMP Al-Muslim. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah eksperimen dengan menggunakan desain one group pretest-posttest. Populasi yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah anggota Estrakurikuler Renang SMP Al-Muslim. Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan teknik purposive sampling dengan teknik tersebut maka jumlah sampel yang didapat yaitu 10 anggota rakulikuler Renang SMP Al-Muslim.  
Dari perhitungan statistic dapat dilihat nilai hasil data yang diperoleh dari tes power otot lengan menunjukkan hasil rata-rata pretest 40,27 dan posttest 37,01, dan untuk selisih hasil test yaitu sebesar 3,26. Dapat dilihat dari hasil uji T dengan nilai T hitung 9,31 > T Tabel 1,833 dan nilai signifikan α = 0,05%. Hasil dari penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ada pengaruh yang signifikan dari latihan power otot lengan terhadap kecepatan renang gaya bebas 50 meter pada estrakurikuler renang SMP Al-Muslim.
 
Kata Kunci : Latihan Power Otot Lengan, Kecepatan, Renang Gaya Bebas
Classification of Traffic Violations Using the Naïve Bayes Algorithm at Padang City Police
Authors: Febrera Gerryliyus , Prianggono Jarot
Published: October 2024

Traffic violations have been increasing each year. According to data from the Padang City Police from 2018 to 2023, there were 128,913 traffic violation cases. This is not a small number, and it is time for the police to start utilizing machine learning (ML) technology to evaluate traffic violation cases, as ML can identify hidden patterns or information that cannot be detected manually by conventional statistics or by traffic officers. This research aims to classify traffic violations using the Naïve Bayes algorithm at the Padang City Police by conducting evaluations and comparisons using different dataset ratios. The best algorithm obtained from the comparison will then be analyzed, and the research findings are expected to serve as a reference for the relevant authorities. This research is quantitative in nature, using an experimental method. The data sources or information were obtained from traffic ticket documentation at the Padang City Police and questionnaires distributed to traffic officers of the Padang City Police. The research results show that the Naïve Bayes (NB) algorithm can be used to classify traffic violations at the Padang City Police. The performance test results of the Naïve Bayes (NB) algorithm using all comparison algorithms with different training and testing dataset ratios resulted in 100% accuracy. However, during cross-validation, the Naïve Bayes algorithm achieved the highest accuracy only with training and testing dataset ratios of 80%:20% and 90%:10%. This is due to the large dataset size in this research, which is more than 100,000 entries. The evaluation results of the Naïve Bayes algorithm show that the best model is achieved with the Naïve Bayes algorithm using an 80% training and 20% testing dataset split. Although the performance is similarly high with a 90%:10% training and testing ratio, the researcher chose the 80%:20% training and testing ratio as the best algorithm for reasons of efficiency during training. The argument is that even with just 80%, it is able to predict/classify 20%, which is more efficient than training 90% to predict/classify 10%. Another finding from this implementation is that with a large dataset of 100,000 entries or more, high and stable performance can be achieved, so this research also suggests that to achieve good results from traffic violation classification, the dataset should be above 100,000 entries.
Ship Trajectory Extraction Using Python Vessel Tracking Interpolation Method
Authors: Setiawan Widyadi , Linawati Linawati , Widyantara I Made Oka , Wiharta Dewa Made , Asri Sri Andriati
Published: October 2024

A deep understanding of ship trajectory movements has essential implications for maritime applications, including navigation, monitoring, and marine traffic analysis. Efficient and accurate extraction techniques are necessary to extract valuable information from ship trajectory data. One commonly used approach is the interpolation method, which allows the reconstruction of smooth trajectories from recorded data points. This research is focused on analyzing the extraction of ship trajectories using the interpolation method provided by the Python Vessel Tracking (PyVT) library. This method allows interpolation of ship trajectory data based on various algorithms available in the library. This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness and accuracy of interpolation methods from PyVT in reconstructing ship trajectories from incomplete or disturbed data. Within this research's framework, several test scenarios were implemented to examine different types of ship trajectory data, including data with missing points and speed variations. Evaluation metrics RMSE (root mean Squared Error), which includes reconstruction accuracy, will be utilized from the interpolation algorithm in PyVT.
Recommendation for Self-Help Housing Stimulus Assistance (BSPS) Recipient Using Multi-Criteria Decision Making Methods
Authors: Mario Deka , Lestari Sri
Published: October 2024

The Housing and Settlement Area Office aims to improve the accuracy and efficiency of selecting beneficiaries for the Self-Help Housing Assistance (BSPS) program by using the Weighted Product (WP) and Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) methods. This study was conducted in Sungkai Tengah Subdistrict, North Lampung, involving six criteria: land ownership, employment, house condition, income, independence, and household size.The WP method is used to determine the weight of each criterion by calculating the product of the criteria values raised to the power of their respective weights, which helps in ranking the alternatives. TOPSIS is applied to identify the best alternative by comparing the geometric distance of each option to the ideal solution, which is either the maximum or minimum value of each criterion The results indicate that the WP and TOPSIS methods can provide more objective and transparent rankings. The application of these methods resulted in the highest ranking for ID V3 with a vector V score of 0.1317. The decision support system developed from this research is expected to assist the Housing and Settlement Area Office in distributing aid more accurately, fairly, and efficiently, thereby supporting the government's goals in improving housing quality and spatial planning
Security Audit of The Public Sector Application Using COBIT 5 and ITIL V4 Framework
Authors: Alavio Julianti , Mawarni Rima , Minarti Sulas
Published: October 2024

The use of information system-based applications has become commonplace in various sectors, including government agencies such as the Social Service and hundreds of villages in North Lampung. One of the applications used is SIKS-NG (Social Welfare Information System - Next Generation) which aims to facilitate the management of population data and community welfare programs. However, along with technological developments, data security is increasingly important to pay attention to. Cybercrime attacks, data leaks, and privacy violations are threats that must be taken seriously.  The aim of this final assignment is to determine the extent of the security of the SIKS-NG application based on the results of COBIT 5 and ITIL V4 calculations and provide recommendations for improvements to increase information system security. The method used is the COBIT 5 and ITIL V4 method using the Align, Plan and Organize (APO13), Deliver, Support and Service (DSS05), Investment Management (IM14) domains. Data analysis uses the Capability Level, Maturity Level and Linkert Scale methods. The results of this research show that the Capability Level for the APO13 subdomain process obtained an average of 4.24 with a Gap of -0.24, DSS05 obtained an average value of 4.20 with a Gap of -0.20. From the overall results, the APO13 and DSS05 subdomain framework is at level 4 and has a Gap of -O.22, which means that at this level it shows that this subdomain has been achieved and fulfilled. Meanwhile, the Maturity Level for the IM13 subdomain process is on Scale 4 with an average value of 4.17 with a Gap of 0.83, which means it has not reached the target as expected. So this means that the security of the SIKS-NG application information system has the status of being well managed and must continue to be optimized, it's just that the program performance must be repaired and improved further.
Keywords— System Security, COBIT 5, ITIL V4, Capability Level, Maturity Level
Leveraging Personal Extreme Programming for Developing an Online Registration System
Authors: Shani Tya Rahma , Mintoro Sigit , Ngajiyanto Ngajiyanto
Published: October 2024

The development of an online admission system in schools is expected to make new student admissions more transparent, effective, and efficient. With the adoption of this technology, schools can be more efficient in managing admission lists, providing information to prospective students and parents, and speeding up the admission selection process. SMA MANBAUL ULUM is a private school that still uses a manual new student registration and admission system, where prospective students must come directly to the school to register themselves causing errors in student data and the loss of important student registration documents. The author examines the new student registration system running at Sma Manbaul Ulum Gayau Sakti Seputih Agung and proposes a web-based new student admission system that is expected to solve these problems. The author uses the Personal Extreme Programming method to design the system in this research.
Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Measurement for Hypertension Classification Using the K-Nearest Neighbors Method Based on IoT
Authors: Nurhadiva Siti Salwa , Aryanti Aryanti , Sarjana Sarjana
Published: October 2024

This research aims to develop a hypertension classification system based on measuring blood pressure and heart rate using the K-Nearest Neighbor (KNN) method and storing data on the Thingspeak cloud server. Hypertension is a major health problem that requires regular monitoring for effective prevention and management. This research created a tool that can measure blood pressure and heart rate using the KNN method as a classification. The data was collected using a sensor device integrated with Thingspeak for real-time data storage and analysis. The KNN method is used to classify measurement data into optimal, normal, prehypertension, grade 1 hypertension, and grade 2 hypertension categories. The implementation of data storage on the Thingspeak cloud server allows easy data access and efficient analysis, and supports continuous health monitoring. In conclusion, the system developed can be an effective tool in monitoring and classifying hypertension, and has the potential to be applied on a wider scale for public health management.
Monitoring and Information System for Automatic Clothes Drying Based on the Internet of Things
Authors: Mila Mila , Taqwa Ahmad , Suroso Suroso
Published: October 2024

This research develops an Internet of Things (IoT)-based automatic clothes drying monitoring and information system to overcome the challenges of drying clothes due to uncertain weather changes. The system integrates NodeMCU ESP8266 as the main controller with various sensors such as rain, light, temperature, and humidity sensors to detect environmental conditions. The servo motor is used as a driving force to move the clothesline. The smartphone-based user interface was developed using the MIT App Inventor to enable remote monitoring and control. The test results showed that the system successfully detected weather changes and responded automatically, providing real-time information to users. Implementing IoT technology in this system allows for more efficient and practical management of clotheslines, overcoming the limitations of conventional drying methods.
IoT-Based Medical Health Monitoring System with a Web Interface
Authors: Inayah Cantika Tri , Handayani Ade Silvia , Nasron Nasron
Published: October 2024

Health technology is increasingly developing along with the development of information and communication technology, where these advances are used to improve the quality of health services, especially in remote patient monitoring through telemedicine, M-Health and Telehealth. The development of the times has also brought telemedicine to a wider realm through M-Health and Telehealth which uses digital technology and wireless communication to enable monitoring of patient conditions, besides that websites are also used for wireless monitoring and data collection of patients because they have wide accessibility. This study aims to design a website that can integrate the data of the size of health sensor devices into an Internet of Things-based platform to display body temperature, blood oxygen, and ECG data in real-time. The test results show that all website features are running well, where the website runs well depending on the network used.
Information System for Data Collection on Building Tools and Materials Using the Rational Unified Process (RUP) Method
Authors: Siregar Sahnas Wulandari , Putri Raissa Amanda
Published: October 2024

UD. FLORA records the re-inventory of building equipment that has been sold by reading the transactions one by one in the ledger. A proper way is needed to overcome the problems that occur.  This research aims to create an information system software. In making information system software, a method is needed that can carry out the stages from initial design to implementation of the software. This research uses the Rational Unified Process (RUP) method, namely a software development approach that is carried out repeatedly (iterative), focuses on architecture (architecture-centered), is more directed based on use cases (use case driven). This research produces a tool data collection application at UD. FLORA using the RUP method. The existence of an information system for data collection on building equipment using the Rational Unified Process method means that UD. FLORA can be helped in managing building equipment data collection. The system enables real-time transaction recording, providing better insight into inventory status, and supporting more accurate decision-making.
Analyzing Land Suitability for Housing in Bekasi Regency: Managing Farmland Conversion During Urban Growth
Authors: Herlawati Herlawati , Handayanto Rahmadya Trias
Published: October 2024

Bekasi Regency is a buffer area for Jakarta and is part of the Jakarta Metropolitan Region (JMR). Along with Karawang, this region is a major rice producer, but it is currently experiencing significant land conversion from agriculture to residential and industrial uses. Preventing this conversion is very challenging due to the high population growth in the area. To address this issue, this study aims to conduct a suitability analysis to identify areas that are unsuitable for agricultural land but still suitable for residential purposes. The factors considered in the suitability analysis include slope, distance to roads, distance to residential areas, distance to facilities and infrastructure, and distance to rivers and irrigation systems. The results of the study identify areas that are unsuitable for agriculture, allowing local governments to focus on these areas as potential sites for new residential developments. The location is situated in the southern part of Bekasi Regency, specifically in the Cikarang area and its surroundings.
The Many Tails That Critique Bites: Malabou's Anarchist Turn and the Metaphysics of Biology
Authors: Manche Solange
Published: October 2024

This article explores the relation between politics and biology in Catherine Malabou's work, traces the origin of her recent anarchist turn, and seeks to explain how the latter influences the concept of plasticity. Whereas the relation between plasticity, neuroscience and epigenetics reflected a certain affinity with Marxism in her earlier work, Malabou's recent claim that biology and ontology are anarchist remains opaque as to its grounding in her own thought and scientific developments alike. The article argues that the origin of the metamorphosis of plasticity from a Marxist to an anarchist notion gives rise to a new metaphysics of biology that is based on the assumption that society needs to be brain-like, reflecting the networked structure of synaptic plasticity. The article also proposes a new reading of Malabou's three plasticities (negative, positive and the plasticity of the concept) in temporal terms.
Simondon’s Heterodox Naturalism: Form, Information and Self-Organization in Imagination and Invention
Authors: Menegalle Giovanni
Published: October 2024

This article presents Simondon’s psycho-biological thinking as a type of heterodox naturalism centring on the self-organizing activity of vital forms. Despite his critique of classic notions of form, notably Aristotelian hylomorphism, Simondon revises this concept through a critical expansion and synthesis of information theory and Gestalt psychology. In his lecture series Imagination and Invention (1965–6) in particular, he develops an account of psycho-biological activity as governed by what he calls ‘images’: relatively autonomous informational sub-systems that serve to regulate the relationship between organism and environment and that constitute the condition for creative action or invention. Focusing on his analysis of the individualization of perceptual objects, the article goes on to show that ‘forms’ for Simondon feature as emergent properties of quantum thresholds of ‘information’ within these systems. It also argues that such a conception offers a more promising alternative to both idealist philosophies of perception and materialist interpretations of deconstruction.
Evidence-based Management of Multiple Gestation
Authors: Brancazio Sophia Nicole , Frankel Lexi Rose , Quinn Kristen H. , Denney Jeffrey M.
Published: October 2024

Objective: The goal of this review is to provide a succinct, yet comprehensive, guide to the antepartum management of multiple gestations.

Methods: This narrative review on twins and multiple gestation provides a concise guide for providers with this ever-growing patient population. PubMED was utilized for literature search. Each reference was evaluated and graded for quality of evidence by US Preventative Services Task Force and Cochrane Review guidelines. Screening, surveillance, and management strategies are delineated succinctly and organized by type of multiple gestation being managed from the lowest risk dichorionic twin pair to the increasingly escalating risks of twins and higher order multiples sharing a placenta and/or amniotic sac.

Results: The incidence of twin pregnancies has grown over the past several years, due in large part to delayed reproductive timing and surge in assisted reproductive technologies. Twin pregnancies are associated with higher morbidity for both gravidas and offspring, warranting evidence-based approach in counseling and management.

Conclusions: We note the important differences among multiples in chorionicity and amnionicity, in the importance of close surveillance and early delivery. Graded clinical pearls and evidence-based recommendations are presented to guide obstetric providers.
Sustainable (balanced) land use development is the basic foundation for the formation of Ukraine’s land system
Authors: Priadka T. , Drebot O. , Komorova N.
Published: October 2024

The article examines the key aspects of sustainable land use as a foundation for the effective development of rural areas and communities. Balanced land use should be viewed through the lens of land management development and the implementation of integrated land resource management. The excessive intensification of agriculture and the rapid expansion of cities lead to the loss of beneficial land functions, causing land degradation. The study assessed the ecological stability of territories and revealed an unsatisfactory state of ecological stability in Ukraine, associated with the high level of land plowing (68.4%). It is noted that preserving and restoring land as a unique natural resource requires active intervention by government bodies to stimulate measures for the protection and restoration of land resources through the implementation of effective environmental initiatives. Due to progressing erosion, approximately 40–50 billion hryvnias are lost annually. It is proposed to develop a conceptual strategy for enhancing the ecological sustainability of land management at the legislative level, as well as during the reform of land relations, with a focus on the ecological reorganization of the land management system in the country, regions, and newly established territorial communities. Ecologically sustainable land use is possible only with the implementation of scientific and technological advancements and the orientation of the economy towards ecological principles at the national, regional, and local levels. Sustainable land use development means not only the effective utilization of land resources but also the creation of an appropriate land institutional structure and a favorable environment for land resource management, as well as the formation of social relations that promote the rational use of ecosystems while maintaining a balance between environmental, economic, and social components. In recent years, the practice of farming under market conditions has confirmed that the productivity and efficiency of agricultural activities primarily depend on the effective use of agricultural land. Modern research presents various approaches to identifying factors that influence the efficiency of agricultural land use. It should be noted that effective land use in agricultural enterprises must be combined with economic efficiency in land management. One of the important ways to achieve this is by enhancing the operation of agricultural producers, as well as improving the mechanism based on the integration of ecological and economic components, which ensure the quality use of agricultural land.
Attributive analysis of the anthropophytes fraction as part of the urban flora of Kyiv urban area (the degree of naturalization, invasive status, threat assessment for local ecosystems and biotic diversity)
Authors: Koniakin S. , Burda R. , Budzhak V.
Published: October 2024

International ecological scientific community pays special attention to urbanized territories as separate locations of alien invasive species of biota. The results of the attributive analysis of the structure of the alien fraction of KUA flora according to three current European categories are presented. The basis of the analysis is the final list of alien vascular plants of KUA flora, which contains 718 species. 166 taxa of alien vascular plants that immigrated to KUA from 2003 to 2023 were added to the list. It was found that the degree of naturalization of immigrant species is dominated by casual alien species, which make up 59.0% of the taxonomic composition of the fraction. Species that are elements of man-make environments reach 35.5%. At the same time, alien species that grow and persist for a long time in natural habitats, including protected areas, do not exceed 5.0%. According to the categories of invasive activity, there are species that are naturalized and do not show a tendency to invasions — 32.0%. The most dangerous among invasive plants are transformer species, represented by 2.5%, actual invasive species — 4.0%, potentially invasive species — 2.0%. Based on the «Classification of alien species according to their impact on the environment», adapted by the IUCN: the massive impact is 1.5% of the total number and 4.0% of the number of naturalized ones; accordingly, the major impact — 2.2% (5.4%); the moderate impact — 5.2% (11.2%); the minor impact — 28.1% (68.6%); the minimal impact — 4.2% (10.8%). Based on the results of screening the negative effects of invasive species on the environment, examples of threats are given. This is competition for natural resources, displacement of native plant species; penetration into forests of plants whose climamorphotypes are absent in local forest ecosystems (tree vines), etc. Threatening cases of spontaneous hybridization of immigrant species with local species and with each other have been identified (repeated occurrences in the genera Bidens L., Populus L., Reynoutria Houtt., etc.). The need for an experimental study of the chemical and physical negative effects of invasive plants on local species of biota and human health is indicated. It is noted that the flora of KUA, on the background of the flora of Europe, is currently uniformly affected by phytoinvasions as an urbanized spatial unit of Ukraine.
Microbial preparations for controlling the number of pests (phytophages): mechanisms of action and benefits of use
Authors: Levishko A , Gumeniuk I.
Published: October 2024

The article demonstrates environmentally safe and effective ways to control insect pests with the help of biological products. The main representatives of biological products producers, their mechanisms of action on pests, as well as advantages and features of their application are described. The mechanism of action of preparations based on Bacillus thuringiensis is explained in detail and the issue of using this microorganism to create resistant GM crops is touched upon. The details of the mechanism of action of entomopathogenic fungi on insect pests and the scheme of infection, reproduction and their distribution are demonstrated. It is noted that entomopathogenic viruses are the most specific among all entomopathogenic microorganisms. They are characterized by extreme selectivity of pathogenic action, i.e. the ability to infect one or more arthropod species without harming others. This feature is a guarantee of safety for non-target organisms, but despite their success in pest control, their difficulty in mass production and easy degradation in the environment makes them less popular among farmers. The main producers of biological products, their mechanisms of action on pests, as well as their advantages and peculiarities in application are described. The importance of integrating different methods of pest control and combining different biological products to obtain maximum yields in environmentally friendly plant cultivation is shown