bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Reflective Questions Effectively Measure Impact, Stimulate Content Integration, and Support Future Planning
Authors: Singer-Freeman Karen E. , Verbeke Kristi
Published: January 2024

We share a case study on our use of three reflective questions to demonstrate ways in which simple questions can be coded to reveal rich evidence of impact and engagement. At the end of a three-hour inclusive teaching practices workshop for 23 faculty and administrators from a single science department, 22 participants completed an anonymous three-question survey. Simple coding techniques facilitated a thorough evaluation of knowledge acquisition, the integration of new content with current knowledge, the robustness of individual plans for implementing changes, and the identification of potential departmental future actions.
Self Help Groups Members’ Religious Perception and their Relationship between Financial Literacy and Repayment Intention towards Loan: Considerable Focus on Himachal Pradesh (H.P)
Authors: Verma Priyanka , Shrivastava Anand Kumar , Vashisht Anil , Patil Ajay , Raghuwanshi Sandeep
Published: January 2024

The intent of this study is to create a comprehensive model that can identify various factors and examine the impact of financial literacy on loan repayment intentions among members of SHGs in Himachal Pradesh. A conceptual model has been put forward and its validity has been confirmed. In addition to this, a total of 500 questionnaires were distributed, out of which 372 were considered usable. The stability of the proposed model and the testing of research hypotheses were conducted using structural equation modelling. The findings indicate that financial awareness and financial skills are strong predictors of loan repayment intention among SHG members. On the other hand, financial knowledge and financial skills have a relatively weak influence on loan repayment intentions. The results and observations from the interaction with responders indicate that there is a moderate level of importance placed on financial literacy among members of SHGs. An important factor in reducing the rate of outstanding loans in SHGs is the need for members to enhance their financial understanding.
How do Agri-Startups Perceive the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Thematic Analysis
Authors: J Paul Mansingh , Surisetty Sharon , A Nisha , Ihou Atsu F.Y.
Published: January 2024

This study has primarily featured the challenges faced by the Agri-Startups during the pandemic and their coping strategies. The theoretical framework was established based on the theory of dynamic capability, expectancy theory, and the Janusian thinking approach. Nvivo-13 software was used to do thematic analysis, which involved classifying the data by codes. Subsequently, themes were identified to better understand the factors that impact Agri-startups during COVID-19. Transportation and communication problems, a lack of cash, low sales, changes in customer habits and needs, a lack of workers, and competition from new businesses were all problems. As a way to deal with the situation, they used new digital technologies, cut down on operational and administrative costs, stopped doing business during the lockdown time, and put a few investment choices on hold. The study strongly suggests that Agri-Startups use the same tools and policies as other businesses in order to stay in business.
The Extern of Practicing Islamic Values Among Al Ain University Students and The University’s Role in Developing Them
Authors: AlKhaza’leh Mohammad Salman , Al Qaruty Reema , Obeidat Bilal Fayiz , Hadi Samer Abdel , Elzeiny Mohamed Elsayed , Raslan Lamya
Published: January 2024

The study aimed to know the reality of practicing Islamic values among Al Ain University students and the university’s role in developing them. To achieve the goal, the researchers designed the study tool, which is a questionnaire consisting of (25) items distributed in one field, which is “Islamic values.” Its validity and apparent reliability were confirmed, and it was distributed to the study sample consisting of (1,100) male and female students at Al Ain University. The study concluded that the reality of practicing Islamic values has reached a significant degree. The study also showed that there were no statistically significant differences due to the gender variable. The study also showed that there are 15 items that the study sample members agreed were important and effective values that the university works to develop among students through courses, workshops, seminars, and everything related to the environment.
DIFFICULTIES OF DIFFERENTIAL SEARCH FOR NODULAR LYMPHOID HYPERPLASIA OF THE GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT
Authors: Babayeva G.H. , Mahmudov U.R. , Quliyev F.V. , Asadova G.V. , Musayev J.S.
Published: January 2024

Nodular lymphoid hyperplasia of the gastrointestinal tract is characterized by the presence of many small nodules, usually 2 to 10 mm in diameter, located more frequently in the small intestine, stomach, colon, or rectum. The pathogenesis is largely unknown, and the occurrence is possible in all age groups, quite common in children, and may affect adults with or without immunodeficiency. In some cases, patients may have comorbidities, namely common variable immunodeficiency, selective IgA deficiency, Giardia intestinalis, celiac disease, Helicobacter pylori, and less often human immunodeficiency virus. Recently, data have appeared on the detection of nodular lymphoid hyperplasia in patients who have undergone COVID-19. Nodular lymphoid hyperplasia is usually asymptomatic but can cause a variety of gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, chronic diarrhea, bleeding, or ileus. Diagnosis is by endoscopy or barium contrast and must be confirmed by pathological findings. Nodular lymphoid hyperplasia is a risk factor for both intestinal and, very rarely, extraintestinal lymphoma.
VIRAL HEPATITIS AND METABOLIC DISORDERS: FOCUS ON LIPID METABOLIZM
Authors: Faradjeva N.A. , Mahmudova K.J. , Gasimova F.N.
Published: January 2024

Metabolic disorders in chronic viral hepatitis and progressive atherosclerotic changes associated with dyslipidemia are characterized, first of all, with a high cardiovascular risk. It has been proven that the incidence of dyslipidemia, hyperinsulinemia and other metabolic disorders is directly dependent on the degree of viral load in hepatitis. This fact turns viral hepatitis into another risk factor for diseases of the cardiovascular and dysmetabolic processes. The addition of viral hepatitis to the existing risk factors for these diseases requires a more careful and issues of their timely diagnosis, adequate treatment and prevention.
COMPARATIVE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE EFFECT OF TREATMENT WITH 30% CARBAMIDE ON THE CLINICAL FEATURES OF DISCHARGE IN WOMEN WITH NONSPECIFIC VAGINITIS
Authors: Bagirova P.N.
Published: January 2024

120 patients diagnosed with vaginitis were included in a study conducted to determine the nature and frequency of discharge in order to study the effectiveness of the treatment proposed by us with 30% carbamide in the treatment of nonspecific vaginitis. Depending on the treatment measures, the patients were divided into two groups: the main group included patients who received 30% carbamide (n=60), the control group included patients who received standard two-stage vaginitis treatment (n=60). A detailed history was collected from all patients, and an examination with gynecological mirrors was carried out. From the results of conducted studies, it is known that gynecological procedures performed with 30% carbamide are more effective in eliminating discharge and easing their character.
Implementasi Sistem Evaluasi Pembelajaran Ismuba Berbasis Android
Authors: Mufida Zahro , Makhrus M
Published: January 2024

Penggunaan Android sebagai media evaluasi pembelajaran memotivasi lembaga pendidikan dalam proses evaluasi hasil belajar yang mana pelaksanaan evaluasi hasil belajar. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui implementasi sistem evaluasi, faktor pendukung, dan faktor penghambat pembelajaran Ismuba berbasis Android di Sekolah Menengah Kejuruan MIGAS Kabupaten Cilacap. Penelitian ini merupakan jenis penelitian lapangan dengan menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif kualitatif. Subjek penelitian yaitu wakil kepala sekolah bidang kurikulum, Guru Ismuba, dan Tim IT. Teknik pengumpulan data dengan observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Teknik analisis data dengan reduksi data, penyajian data, dan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa implementasi sistem evaluasi pembelajaran Ismuba berbasis Android di Sekolah Menengah Kejuruan MIGAS Kabupaten Cilacap yaitu dimulai dari tahap perencanaan, pada tahapan perencanaan yaitu Access Point yang dipasang pada ruang ujian, soal ujian dan kunci jawaban yang disiapkan oleh guru Ismuba kemudian diunggah pada sistem CBT Muhammadiyah, setting jadwal pada sistem dan sosialisasi kepada siswa terkait teknis pelaksanaan. Tahap pelaksanaan, yaitu membagiakan password beserta username, Android peserta harus terkoneksi pada Wi-Fi sekolah yang telah disediakan. Setelah tes selesai, secara otomatis nilai langsung muncul pada sistem CBT Guru. Faktor pendukung yaitu sistem CBT Muhammadiyah, guru sebagai pelaksana, Android, jaringan Wi-Fi, dan akun CBT . Hambatan yang dihadapi guru dan sekolah yaitu persiapan peralatan teknisi yang cukup sulit karena memerlukan sistem dan jaringan yang stabil serta terdapat beberapa peserta didik yang belum memiliki Android sehingga sekolah harus menyedikan perangkat Android, hambatan bagi peserta didik peserta kesulitan log in pada situs CBT serta terdapat beberapa peserta yang tidak hafal username dan password ujian.
Pembiasaan Tahfidzul Qur’an dalam Meningkatkan Kecintaan Membaca Al-Qur’an pada Peserta Didik
Authors: Aini Nur Asyifa , Istiqomah Laelatul , Delianti Prima Pramestiana , Wibowo Muhammad Esa Prima , Zakiyah Zakiyah
Published: January 2024

Pembiasaan tahfidzul Qur’an merupakan kegiatan yang melibatkan proses membaca dan menghafal ayat-ayat Al-Qur’an untuk mendekatkan diri kepada Allah sebelum peserta didik berinteraksi dengan ilmu-ilmu lain. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif dengan mengambil latar belakang tempat penelitian di SMA Muhammadiyah 1 Purbalingga. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevalusi peran pembiasaan tahfidzul Qur’an dalam meningkatkan kecintaan membaca Al-Qur’an pada peserta didik di SMA Muhammadiyah 1 Purbalingga. Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa peserta didik yang secara rutin terlibat dalam kegiatan tahfidzul Qur’an memiliki tingkat kecintaan yang lebih tinggi terhadap Al-Qur’an dibandingkan pada saat sebelum diterapkannya pembiasaan tahfidzul Qur’an. Pembiasaan tahfidzul Qur’an juga memberikan manfaat tambahan seperti peningkatan pemahaman peserta didik terhadap ajaran Al-Qur’an dan kesadaran akan pentingnya mengamalkan ajaran tersebut dalam kehidupan sehari-hari. Dengan demikian, pembiasaan tahfidzul Qur’an sebagai salah satu cara efektif untuk meningkatkan kecintaan membaca Al-Qur’an pada peserta didik.
Dependent elderly person as a source of family crisis
Authors: Sielicka Edyta , Iwański Rafał
Published: January 2024

Cel. Celem prezentowanego opracowania jest analiza obszarów systemowego funkcjonowania rodziny opiekującej się niesamodzielnym seniorem ze szczególnym wskazaniem potencjalnych zagrożeń mających znaczenie dla pojawiania się kryzysu w rodzinie.
Metody. W pracy autorzy dokonali przeglądu i analizy literatury przedmiotu, a także danych zastanych dotyczących systemowych form i zasobów wsparcia rodziny opiekującej się niesamodzielnym seniorem. Wyniki i wnioski. Przeprowadzona analiza pozwoliła wskazać główne obszary trudności adaptacyjnych rodziny do sytuacji opieki nad niesamodzielnym seniorem. Zwróciła także uwagę na zindywidualizowane uwarunkowania rodzinne, które mają znaczenie dla pojawiania się kryzysów w rodzinie i umiejętności radzenia sobie z nim. Wyróżniono wśród nich między innymi: zasoby opiekuńcze rodzinny, gotowości do redefinicji ról rodzinnych oraz reorganizacji życia rodzinnego. Ze względu na postępujący proces starzenia się populacji co raz więcej rodzin będzie stawało przed wyzwaniem związanym z koniecznością udzielenia wsparcia niesamodzielnemu starszemu członkowi rodziny. Wsparcie ze strony publicznej nie zawsze jest dostępne lub wystarczające do potrzeb osoby zależnej i jej opiekunów rodzinnych, co może prowadzić do wzrostu ryzyka napięć i konfliktów w rodzinie. Szczególnie w sytuacji, gdy okres opieki liczony jest w miesiącach i latach. Autorzy zwrócili uwagę na potrzebę kontynuowania rozwoju obszarów wychowania do starości i edukacji o starości, z jednoczesnym wdrażaniem rozwiązań wspierających systemowo nie tylko niesamodzielnych seniorów i ich opiekunów, ale także całe systemy rodzinne, a tym najmłodszych ich członków.
Characterization of Exotic Tomato Germplasm from ICAR-NBPGR Gene Bank
Authors: Yerasu Suresh R. , Tiwari Shailesh K. , Pandey Chithra D. , Pandey Sushil
Published: January 2024

The present study describes the characterization of 148 exotic tomato accessions from ICAR-NBPGR, New Delhi gene bank. The degree of variance for morphological features was high. Mean plant height of 72.36 cm, number of primary branches 2.7, days to 50% flowering 74.9, number of flower clusters per plant 5.91, number of flowers per cluster 3.91, number of locules per fruit 3.08, fruit weight 62.06 g, pericarp thickness 4.32 mm, fruit length 45.98 mm, fruit width 45.9 mm, total soluble solids 4.81° Brix and yield per plant 0.28 Kg were recorded. The first eight PCA extracted accounted for 89.23% of the total variation based on 12 phenotypic characters. A significant positive association was observed among the fruit characters. High PCV, GCV, heritability and GAM were recorded for most of the characters studied. The high variability especially for economically important fruit characters among the tomato germplasm like EC716696, EC715399, EC705451, EC705439, EC699717, EC695044, EC695038, EC695037, EC759285, EC759989 and EC759255 recorded higher TSS values and, germplasm like EC753226, EC716696, EC753220 and EC759989 recorded higher fruit yield per plant, makes this germplasm a potential resource for future tomato breeding programmes.
Genetics of Yield and Fruit Quality Traits in Bitter Gourd (Momordica charantia L.)
Authors: Vinay N. D , Aamin Asima , Behera Tusar K. , Munshi Anilabh D. , Jat Gograj S. , Dey Shyam S. , Ellur Ranjith K.
Published: January 2024

Utilization of genetic resources in crop breeding requires a basic understanding of the economic traits they are recognized for. Determination of genetics of traits helps to decide the appropriate breeding strategy for developing improved varieties. Segregating populations developed using Momordica charantia var. charantia and M. charantia var. muricate genotypes were used for generation mean analysis (GMA) to work out the gene effects controlling yield and fruit quality traits in bitter gourd. The study confirmed the role of non-allelic interactions and predominance of dominance gene effect (h) for most economic traits, which indicates the suitability of recurrent selection or heterosis breeding for the improvement of these traits. Segregation analysis indicated the single dominant gene control of fruit epicarp color, tubercle nature and fruit ridges. The predominance of complementary type of epistasis for most traits implies the genetic divergence between the parents used and the possibility of realizing a greater genetic gain in the breeding programme using these genetic resources.
Biophysical and Morphological Basis of Resistance against Linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) Bud fly (Dasyneura lini Barnes)
Authors: Kumar Vinay , S Gautham , Gupta Kavita , Biradar V.K , Kaur Vikender , Nair Beena , Kumar Ajay
Published: January 2024

A field experiment was conducted at the research cum instructional farm, College of Agriculture, Nagpur, Dr. PDKV, Maharashtra during rabi 2021-22 with the objective to find the biophysical and morphological basis of resistance against linseed bud fly (Dasyneura lini Barnes). A set of 36 germplasm was sown in RBD in paired rows of 2 m and a spacing of 45 cm x 10 cm. The results indicated that resistant germplasm against bud fly IC498428 and Jawahar-17 had relatively higher sepal thickness (21.18 and 19.64 μ) as well as lower average infestation recorded (8.19 and 9.75%) while susceptible germplasm IC413173 (49.12%), IC498783 (42.70%), IC498924 (42.48%) and EC011748 (45.00%) exhibited minimum sepal thickness (6.90, 9.28, 9.32 and 8.33 μ, respectively). The character association studies showed a highly significant negative correlation (r = -0.852**) between the thickness of sepals and the percentage of bud fly infestation. The correlation between plant height and bud infestation was negative (-0.042) and non-significant
Elucidating Diversity among Mango (Mangifera indica L.) Hybrids based on Morphological Characters using DUS Guidelines
Authors: Kumar Gulshan , Srivastav Manish , H.S Sreekanth , Prakash Jai , Singh Sanjay K. , . Vinod
Published: January 2024

Mango (Mangifera indica L.) is adored by people owing to its delicious taste, aroma, sugar acid blend, attractive fruit and nutritional value. In the present investigation, genetic diversity among 24 mango hybrids bred at ICAR- Indian Agricultural Research Institute was observed using 11 quantitative and 16 qualitative traits as per the DUS guidelines on mango. Hybrids showed significant differences for leaf, inflorescence, panicle and fruit attributes. The maximum leaf area was recorded in H-4-8 (101.99 cm²) and only two categories of leaf blade shapes were observed among hybrids. Most of the hybrids (91.6%) showed the presence of twisting leaf blade except H-3-2 and H-4-8. Pusa Manohari had the maximum anthocyanin coloration of rachis. Pusa Pratibha bloomed earliest, whereas Pusa Lalima showed earliest fruit maturity among hybrids. The maximum fruit weight and length (336.44 g, 14.56 cm) were observed in Mallika. Petiole length, leaf area, leaf blade length, leaf blade width and inflorescence width were recorded as highly diverse traits among mango hybrids. Results indicated that four superior hybrids, viz., H-4-8, NH-17-4, NH-18-4 and Pusa Arunima depicted strong peel chrominance which was majorly associated with export markets and consumer acceptance. The UPGMA dendrogram based on K–clustering grouped mango hybrids in to two major clusters. DUS fingerprint was generated using 16 qualitative traits. These would be helpful in the identification of these hybrids precisely. The information generated in the present study has significance in the conservation, cultivar improvement, protection and utilization of mango hybrids in future.
Circa situm Conservation of Tree Genetic Resources: A Case Study from the Central Western Ghats of Karnataka, India
Authors: Puneeth Gudihalli M. , Gowthami Ravi , Vasudeva Ramesh , Laxmisha Kerekoppa M. , Archak Sunil
Published: January 2024

Tree species are an integral part of agrobiodiversity. Several tree species have multifarious uses. India’s Western Ghats, with diverse climate, topography and soils, are home to a number of tree species. A study was conducted in the adjoining areas of Karnataka’s Central Western Ghats, including coastal lowlands/plains (Dakshina Kannada) and high mountain ranges (Shivamogga and Uttara Kannada). A total of 93 species belonging to 75 genera and 41 families are being conserved circa situm by the farmers of this region. From our study, it was found that the conservation of tree species solely depends on the farmers’ perception of the utilization of these species i.e., “conservation through use” and the species recorded in the present study area are conserved due to their uses as timber, fruit/nut/spice/ornamental, border/windbreaker, fuel, cultural significance, shade and other uses (gum, resin, soil conservation, etc.). Conservation through circa situm recognizes the ownership of the farmers of a given region and also considers the socio-economic context of conservation by meeting the food, nutrition, livelihood and income security of the farmers
A Note on Taxonomy and Genetic Resource Potential of Oryza meyeriana var. indandamanica, a Rare Wild Relative of Rice from the Andaman Islands
Authors: Pradheep K , Parimalan R , John K Joseph , Nissar VA Muhammed , Jaisankar I , Thirumalaisamy PP , Latha M
Published: January 2024

The narrow endemic taxon, Oryza meyeriana (Zoll. & Moritzi) Baill. var. indandamanica (J.L.Ellis) Veldkamp, was often merged with either O. meyeriana (Zoll. & Moritzi) Baill. or O. granulata Nees & Arn. ex Watt. or all three taxa were subsumed to O. meyeriana. A critical analysis of protologues, herbarium specimens and earlier taxonomic works pertaining to these three taxa coupled with the detailed morphological study of germplasm (IC641181) of var. indandamanica, which was originally collected from the Saddle Peak National Park of the North Andaman Island, was undertaken. Morphological studies indicated that var. indandamanica fell well within the circumscription of var. meyeriana. However, chloroplast genome sequence data reveals its closeness towards var. granulata, compared with var. meyeriana. Our views agree to the merger of all these three taxa into one are presented. Also, the genetic resource potential of the studied accession is discussed.
Comparative Analysis of Nutritional Values, Bioactive Compounds and Antinutrients in Tartary and Common Buckwheat Leaves
Authors: Joshi Nidhi , Giri Kumkum , Biswas Aditi , Tamta Pawanesh , Verma Kuldip C.
Published: January 2024

Among the millets grown in the Himalayan region of India, common and tartary buckwheat are the most cultivated species. Due to its extensive nutritional and antioxidant characteristics, buckwheat is attracting much interest, especially in producing nutrient-rich healthy foods. The objective of this study was to investigate nutritional values (protein, lysine, arginine and tryptophan content), bioactive compounds (total phenolic and flavonoid contents, antioxidant and rutin content) and antinutrients (phytate, tannin and oxalate) in tartary and common buckwheat leaves. Till now, very little information is available on the phytochemical constituents of buckwheat leaves as compared to the seeds. Common buckwheat leaves contain significantly (p < 0.05) more protein (22.21 ± 0.23 gm/100 g), lysine (12.41 ± 0.41 gm/ 100 g protein), arginine (6.61 ± 0.29 gm/100 g protein) and tryptophan (3.58 ± 0.36 gm/100 g protein) content then tartary buckwheat. There were relatively minor differences in the contents of amino acids. The results showed that the phenol (1768.16 ± 0.78 mg GAE/100 g), flavonoid (678.31 ± 0.27 mg QE/100 g), total antioxidant activity (52.89 ± 0.77 mg/100 g), rutin (11.32 ± 0.10 gm/100 gm), phytate (2.84 ± 0.07 gm/100 gm), tannin (2.76 ± 0.08 gm/100 gm), and oxalate (4.27 ± 0.03 gm/100 gm) content of the tartary buckwheat samples were significantly (p < 0.05) higher as compared to that of the common buckwheat leaves. On the basis of this study, it can be concluded that tartary buckwheat leaves are superior as green vegetables compared to common buckwheat for preventative nutrition.
Effectiveness of corticosteroid injection vs platelet rich plasma (PRP) injection in the treatment of plantar fasciitis
Authors: Nepal Santosh , Kumar Gupta Mithilesh , Panthee Rajan , Kafle Gokul , Kumar Sah Raj
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes for inferior heel pain in adults. Many noninvasive and invasive treatment modalities are available for its treatment. Local injection of corticosteroid and Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is usually used in the treatment of chronic plantar fasciitis not responding to noninvasive conservative treatments.
Objectives: To compare the efficacy of local injection of corticosteroids and platelet rich plasma (PRP) in the treatment of plantar fasciitis.
Methodology: Patients diagnosed as plantar fasciitis and treated conservatively for at least 3 months and had no response to conservative treatment modalities were involved in this study and randomly allocated into 2 groups of 38 each (Group A and Group B). Patients were treated with local corticosteroid injection in group A and autologous PRP injection in group B. Clinical assessment was done prior to the injection and at 3 weeks and 3 months following the injection, which included visual analog pain scale (VAS), subjective rating using the modified Roles and Maudsley score (MRMS), functional outcome score by the Foot function Index (FFI).
Results: The mean age, sex and body mass index was comparable for both groups. Postinjection, there was significant improvement (p < 0.05) of visual analog score (VAS), modified Roles and Maudsley score (MRMS), Foot Function Index in both the groups. However, there was no significant difference (p > 0.05) in improvement of VAS, MRMS and FFI when compared between the 2 groups.
Conclusion: This study revealed that the treatment of plantar fasciitis with steroid or PRP injection was equally effective in patients who do not respond to conservative treatment.
Prevalence of respiratory morbidities and lung function outcome in Traffic Police in eastern Nepal
Authors: Koirala Puru , Kumar Mehta Ram , B Parajuli Surya
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Outdoor air pollution is a cause for occupational lung disease. A community vulnerable to lung health hazards of outdoor air pollutants from vehicle emissions is traffic police, whose long duration of outdoor work, with no proper protective equipment, predisposes them to respiratory symptoms such as cough, dryness of nose, throat irritation and wheezing due to the air pollutants causing inflammation of the airways. The risks to lung function and development of respiratory disease are not known in traffic police in eastern Nepal.
Objectives: To determine respiratory morbidities and lung function values of traffic police working in eastern Nepal.
Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted for 6 months, from 1st January to 30th June 2022, in traffic police using a structured questionnaire adapted from American Thoracic Society and National Heart & Lung Institute and portable spirometry, at the duty posts or office. Data were represented using descriptive statistics.
Results: The study enrolled 129 traffic police in eastern Nepal, 109 (84.50%) were male and 20 (15.50%) females, mean age 34.50 (±8). Mean duration of active duty was 9.76 years (±6.19). Cough was present in 33 (25.58%), 50 (38.76%) phlegm, 37 (28.68%) dyspnea, and 28 (21.71%) noisy breathing. Mean FEV1% in ≤ 5 years exposure was 76.75 (±17.28), and 65.26 (±18.88) in > 15 years. Mean FVC% in ≤ 5 years exposure was 81.81 (±20.56) and 76.18 (±19.77) in those working >15 years. Mean FEF25-75% in ≤ 5 years was 73.69 (±23.73), which was 62.04 (±33.97) in those > 15 years. The spirometry analysis suggested obstructive airways disease in 90 personnel (69.8%), restrictive disease in 80 (62%), mixed airways disease in 72 (55.8%), and small airways disease in 52 (40.3%).
Conclusion: There was increased burden of respiratory problems such as cough with sputum production, noisy breathing, and dyspnea and lower lung volumes and flows among traffic police working in different parts of eastern Nepal. Long duration of exposure to traffic environments resulted in spirometry analyses suggestive of obstructive and restrictive airways diseases.
Fear of Tooth Extraction among Patients Visiting a Tertiary Care Center
Authors: Gurung Gopal , Pokharel Mona , Thapa Sabana , Parajuli Asmita
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Extraction of teeth is the most commonly performed procedure in dentistry. Extraction of teeth is known to be in the top five most frightening procedures in dental practice.Objectives: To find out the prevalence of fear of tooth extraction, its association with gender, age, education, and previous extraction experience, and ranking of the fear of tooth extraction.

Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among the patients visiting the Department of Dental Surgery at Birat Medical College and Teaching Hospital for the extraction of teeth from 1st March 2023 to 31st August 2023.

Results: Out of 278 patients, 219 (78.70%) patients had a fear of tooth extraction. Gender wise 153 (85%) females and 66 (67.3%) males had a fear of tooth extraction. Fear of tooth extraction was highest in the age group of 18-27 years (n= 67; 87.01%). The prevalence of fear of extraction among previous extraction patients was 106 (69%) and 113 (90.4%) in non-extraction patients. The association of fear of tooth extraction with gender, age, and experience of previous extraction was found to be significant (p<0.05) using the Chi-square test. The association of fear of extraction of a tooth with the level of education was found to be not significant (p>0.05). While ranking the fear of extraction by patients, the first (most feared) was pain during extraction (n=134; 61.20%).

Conclusion: The fear of extraction of teeth was seen in the majority of patients and was more prevalent in females, younger patients, and previous non-extraction patients.
Communication is The Key: Does Strategic Perioperative Counseling Decrease Anxiety in Parents of The Pediatric Patient Undergoing Surgery?
Authors: Arjyal Batsalya , Kumar Rajbanshi Lalit , Khanal Kanak , Man Singh Dipesh , Pathak Hiramani , Sangroula Rakshya
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Anxiety is very common during the perioperative period. Anxiety among the parents of pediatric patients undergoing surgery is also encountered frequently despite the preoperative counseling which is a common standard of practice. The aim of the study was to determine the effectiveness of strategic perioperative counseling to relieve the anxiety among the parents of pediatric patient posted for surgery.

Objectives: To measure the impact of the implemented communication strategies on anxiety levels experienced by parents.

Methodology: This is a randomized observational cross-sectional study. After the approval of IRC, A total of 100 samples was chosen. The samples were randomly divided into two groups, control group (group1) and intervention group (group 2). The control group were counselled as per standard practice at preoperative time. The intervention group were counseled at 3 points namely preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative). The beck anxiety inventory score (Nepali version) will be handed to the family members of the patient undergoing pediatric surgery to be filled post operatively.

Results: The intervention group where the family members received strategic counselling had lower anxiety scores than the group which received only standard counselling (preoperative). The education level of the sample was also correlated. The data suggests that higher education level had lower anxiety score than the ones who had lower education level.

Conclusion: We conclude that strategic perioperative counseling decreases the anxiety among the parents of pediatric patient undergoing surgery.
Giant Dental Calculus Mimicking a Tumor: A Case Report
Authors: Parajuli Asmita , Gurung Gopal
Published: January 2024

Dental calculus consists of mineralized bacterial plaque that forms on the surfaces of natural teeth and dental prostheses. Giant dental calculus mimicking a tumor is an unusual presentation. Buccal surfaces of the maxillary molars and the lingual surfaces of the mandibular anterior teeth are the most common location for calculus deposition. This case report presents a case of giant dental calculus mimicking a tumor on the labial surface of the mandible and its diagnostic dilemma, treatment and role of proper oral hygiene measures.
Variation in Growth Traits of Ironwood (Eusideroxylon zwageri T. ET B.) Progeny Trial in Bondowoso
Authors: Prastyono Prastyono , Susanto Mudji Susanto
Published: January 2024

The estimation of genetic parameters for stem diameter and plant height of ironwood (Eusideroxylon zwageri T. et B.) was conducted in a progeny trial in Bondowoso, East Java at the age of 5,5 years. The trial was arranged in an incomplete block design, which comprised of 49 families from three provenances (Batanghari, Berau and Kutai Kertanegara) with 4 replications and single tree plot. Families of Batanghari provenance showed the best growth of stem diameter and plant height compared with another provenance. There was significant difference in plant height between families within provenance, whereas stem diameter was not significantly different both of between provenance as well as between families within one provenance. Non-genetic or environmental factors provide considerable influence on plant growth in the progeny test of ironwood until the age of 5.5 years; it was indicated by the residual variance component. Individual heritability for plant height was considered as high (0.37) and stem diameter was considered as moderate (0.26). There was a strong genetic correlation between the stem diameter and plant height (0.95). This information is very important for future genetic improvement of ironwood.
Entre rezos y bombos. Aproximación a dos prácticas musicales de la Amazonía de Perú
Authors: Irrazabal Laos Korina Grelly , López Alcas Ricardo
Published: January 2024

El presente texto reúne dos expresiones musicales que tienen lugar en diferentes comunidades amazónicas: el ícaro de la comunidad shipibo, correspondiente a una práctica ritualizada y no-abierta, y el movido típico de la localidad de Pucallpa, correspondiente a los contextos festivos y de práctica abierta o colectiva. Cada una de estas músicas es abordada en un subcapítulo siguiendo el mismo procedimiento metodológico. El enfoque musicológico se basa en la etnografía al contexto social de la música, desarrollada a partir de la data escrita y medial. Procede luego al análisis de las características musicales más significativas como son, la emisión vocal y melódica en el caso del ícaro, y la instrumentación rítmica en el caso del movido típico, teorizaciones que son expresadas en la transcripción musical proponiendo formas particulares de representación sonora junto a la notación musical convencional. En una siguiente sección se abordan aspectos de la performance musical, en tanto, estos ponen en evidencia la articulación que existe entre el músico, los receptores de la música, el espacio social y el contenido propiamente estético y simbólico de estas músicas, se aborda entre otros aspectos el vestuario, la corporalidad, el gesto musical, la acción instrumental y la interacción social. Finalmente se plantean consideraciones de tipo conclusión preliminar en cada caso, de lo cual se procede a enfatizar, que la diversidad musical de la Amazonia peruana es múltiple no solo en formas de expresión musical a nivel estético, sino también múltiple en funciones sociales y en sostener espacios de la vida humana.
Análisis interpretativo de la Sonata para cello solo, op. 8 de Zoltán Kodály. Una sistematización propioceptiva
Authors: Romero Ottonello José
Published: January 2024

El presente trabajo constituye un soporte para los problemas técnicos que conlleva el estudio de la Sonata para cello solo, op. 8 de Zoltán Kodály. Al ser parte de una investigación de mayor amplitud, en este se abordan puntos específicos del proceso. Se plantea el estudio en dos grandes secciones temáticas: la primera es la autoetnografía, donde se abordan diferentes problemáticas observadas en la experiencia personal como instrumentista, y la segunda es un planteamiento de soluciones prácticas técnico-interpretativas de la sonata, las cuales fueron detectadas tras una búsqueda introspectiva en el aprendizaje.
DINAMIKA PENETAPAN BATAS LAUT ANTARA INDONESIA DAN SINGAPURA
Authors: Hawa Icha Sania Salma  , Madrim  , Rizqi Rahma Adinda  , Siti Hotimatul Husna  , Triana Wati  , Togar Polmanto Winfernando
Published: January 2024

Artikel ini membahas perihal dinamika yang terjadi dalam hubungan internasional antara Indonesia dan Singapura, mengenai permasalahn batas laut telah menjadi fokus utama pembahasan selama beberapa decade. Penentuan batas laut menjadi semakin rumit dengan munculnya ketentuan baru dalam United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea 1982 (UNCLOS 1982) yang memperluas wilayah teritorial laut. Selat Singapura, sebagai jalur laut utama dalam perdagangan internasional menjadi titik strategis yang sangat penting. Klaim lebar laut teritorial yang tumpang tindih menuntut kedua negara untuk bekerja sama dalam membangun ketertiban nasional di perbatasan wilayah. Proses penyelesaian dimulai pada tahun 1973, melibatkan perjanjian tahun 2009 dan pembaruan pada tahun 2014 dengan titik koordinat berdasarkan World Geodetic System 1984. Analisis perubahan ini menggambarkan bagaimana Indonesia dan Singapura bekerja sama mengatasi isu-isu perbatasan laut yang kompleks. Meskipun terdapat tumpang tidih dalam klaim wilayah, kedua negara berhasil mencapai kesepakatan melalui serangkaian pertemuan dan perjanjian, hal ini mencerminkan komitmen kedua negara terhadap hukum internasional dan upaya menjaga stabilitas perbatasan. Proses penyelesaian ini mencakup pertimbangan ekonomi, keamanan perairan, dan perlindungan lingkungan laut. Keseluruhan, penyelesaian batas laut yang kompleks antara Indonesia dengan Singapura merupakan hasil dari kerja sama yang efektif dalam menangani dinamika perbatasan laut yang kompleks antara Indonesia dan Singapura.
ANALISIS STRATEGI PEMASARAN PADA KEDAI KOPI ABAH BLITAR
Authors: Indria Guntarayana  , Naadiya Aisyah Alfadlilah
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi strategi pemasaran yang dapat diterapkan oleh Kedai Kopi Abah menggunakan analisis SWOT. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif kualitatif dan bertujuan menganalisis data dengan cara mendeskripsikan atau mengilustrasikan keadaan yang sebenarnya terjadi secara jelas. Hasil penelitian dari analisis SWOT ini menunjukan bahwa Diagram SWOT Kedai Kopi Abah berada pada kuadran 1 sehingga dapat menggunakan strategi yang memanfaatkan kekuatan dan peluang yang dimiliki. Strategi yang perlu dilakukan adalah mendukung kebijakan pertumbuhan yang agresif (Growth Oriented Strategy). Sedangkan jika dilihat berdasarkan matriks SWOT didapat strategi yakni Banyak melakukan promosi pada anak muda muda dengan meng-highlight kualitas produk, dan layanan free wifi untuk menarik minat anak muda yang suka nongkrong. Menambah varian dan mempertahankan lokasi yang strategis sebagai kelebihan untuk menghadapi pesaing yang lebih unggul, membuat desain interior yang sesuai dengan selera anak muda, dan mempekerjakan tenaga keuangan untuk khusus melakukan pengelolaan keuangan.
Konstruksi Filsafat Pendidikan di Pondok Pesantren Ali Muttaqin Ponorogo
Authors: Rizqi M. Rizal
Published: January 2024

This study aims to describe the philosophy of education at the Ali Muttaqin Islamic boarding school, Ponorogo. Islamic boarding schools are the oldest Islamic educational institutions in Indonesia. In its development, Islamic boarding schools are influenced by educational developments and dynamic community needs, several Islamic boarding schools organize (formal) school education and other activities aimed at increasing the economic potential of the surrounding community by establishing Islamic boarding schools as the center. In the implementation of education, Islamic boarding schools are based on the foundation of educational philosophy. The model used in this study is a field study, namely going directly to the field to explore Islamic philosophical issues at the khalaf Islamic boarding school. The method used in this research is qualitative method. This method is defined by obtaining research data by conducting interviews, observations, and documentation studies. Observations were made directly at the Ali Muttaqin boarding school. This research produced three findings, namely: (1) the ontology foundation of educational philosophy at the Ali Muttaqin boarding school. (2) the epistemological basis of educational philosophy at the Ali Muttaqin boarding school. (3) The axiological foundation of educational philosophy at the Ali Muttaqin boarding school.
Manajemen Layanan Perpustakaan Madrasah dalam meningkatkan Minat Baca Peserta Didik di MTs Negeri 10 Jember
Authors: Arillia Icha , Bukhori Evi Muzaiyidah , Aimmah Muftiatul
Published: January 2024

The purpose of writing this research is to describe the management of library services through mobile libraries at MTsN 10 Jember as strengthening students’ interest in reading, describing the management of madrasa libraries through planning, organizing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating processes. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection instruments in the form of observation, interviews and documentation. The subjects of this research were students of MTsN 10 Jember, librarians from the Jember Archives and Library Service. The research results show that Madrasah Library Service Management is something that motivates students to write works entitled Love Poems for My Prophet and Longing for Family Heaven. Apart from the madrasa library, there are other benefits gained from using the mobile library, namely increasing students’ knowledge, insight and abilities, teachers taking an active role in accompanying students, teachers are happy to see students enthusiastic about reading.
Analisis Kualitas Air Minum Eksternal di Perumda Tirtanadi Medan Tahun 2023
Authors: Hutasoit Siska Lidya , Sinaga Taruli Rohana
Published: January 2024

Kualitas air minum masih menjadi masalah kesehatan masyarakat di dunia hingga saat ini, termasuk beberapa indikator kualitas air minum eksternal Perumda Tirtanadi Medan. Jika sumber air minum tidak memenuhi syarat dapat meningkatkan terjadinya penyakit diare, tifus dan kolera. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis kualitas air minum eksternal di Perumda Tirtanadi Medan Tahun 2023. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif metode deskriptif dengan studi cross sectional. Lokasi penelitian dilakukan dilakukan di Perumda Tirtanadi Medan pada bulan Juni Tahun 2023. Subjek penelitian adalah air minum yang diperoleh di Perumda Tirtanadi Medan Tahun 2023. Total sampel air dengan pemeriksaan kualitas air yang digunakan sebanyak 221 sampel air. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan dalam dua tahap yaitu pengamatan dan pengambilan sampel di lapangan, dan analisa kualitas air di Laboratorium Kualitas Air. Analisis data dimulai dengan analisis secara deskriptif untuk mengetahui distribusi frekuensi kualitas air minum berdasarkan parameter kekeruhan, warna, bau, rasa, TDS, suhu, pH, nitrat, nitrit, crom val 6, E. Coli, total coliform menggunakan aplikasi STATCAL. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa indikator kualitas air minum seperti kekeruhan, warna, bau dan rasa air minum, TDS, pH, E. Coli, dan total coliform perumda tirtanadi medan masih terdapat beberapa sampel air yang tidak memenuji syarat. Namun, indikator kualitas air minum seperti nitrat dan nitrit air minum telah memenuhi syarat. Kepada Dinas Kesehatan Medan dan Dinas Kesehatan Provinsi Sumatera Utara agar melakukan pengawasan, pendampingan, pembinaan dan monitoring  kualitas air minum pada perumda tirtanadi yang dilakukan secara rutin dan berkala sesuai dengan permenkes 736 Tahun 2010.
Changes in the physiognomy of the archaeological landscape - learning from the past to build the future (with prehistorical burial sites in Poland as an example)
Authors: Żemła-Siesicka Anna
Published: January 2024

The aims of this research were to identify the key processes that have occurred in the past that have caused changes in the physiognomy of archaeological landscape and to indicate possible future processes, along with their landscape implications. The study was based on cartographic and literature studies, and field visits. It covered an analysis of the land cover, the history of archaeological research, the establishment of forms of legal protection and tourist infrastructure development. The past changes are visualised for each site in theform of a block graph. Possible future scenarios with landscape implications are presented on a tree diagram.
La diversité de genre s’invite au Musée de la civilisation de Québec (note de recherche)
Authors: Geoffrion Karine , Phillie Drouin Marie-Philippe , Fiset Amélia , Lavoie Kévin , Lantagne Caroline
Published: January 2024

Les musées ont un rôle important à jouer dans la diffusion et la légitimation de représentations de la diversité sociale auprès d’un large public bien souvent néophyte, ce qui contribue à structurer les rapports qu’entretient la population majoritaire avec des populations souvent minorisées. Cette note de recherche porte sur le processus d’élaboration d’une exposition sur la diversité de genre au Musée de la civilisation de Québec débuté en 2021, à partir des documents de travail du comité de spécialistes, de l’expérience de deux universitaires trans ayant travaillé à la scénarisation, et de discussions avec la chargée du projet. L’objectif de cet article est de situer cette expérience collaborative dans le cadre des développements récents dans le domaine de la diversité du genre dans la société québécoise au niveau politique et institutionnel, et des politiques de la représentation des personnes et communautés LGBTQ+ dans le monde muséal.
Different coexistence patterns between apex carnivores and mesocarnivores based on temporal, spatial, and dietary niche partitioning analysis in Qilian Mountain National Park, China
Authors: Cong Wei , Li Jia , Hacker Charlotte , Li Ye , Zhang Yu , Jin Lixiao , Zhang Yi , Li Diqiang , Xue Yadong , Zhang Yuguang
Published: January 2024

Carnivores play key roles in maintaining ecosystem structure and function as well as ecological processes, understanding how sympatric species coexistence mechanism in natural ecosystems is a central research topic in community ecology and biodiversity conservation. In this study, we explored intra- and interspecific niche partitioning along spatial, temporal, and dietary niche partitioning between apex carnivores (wolf
Canis lupus
, snow leopard
Panthera uncia
, Eurasian lynx
Lynx lynx
) and mesocarnivores (Pallas’s cat
Otocolobus manul
, red fox
Vulpes vulpes
, Tibetan fox
Vulpes ferrilata
) in the Qilian Mountain national park of China using camera trapping data and DNA metabarcoding sequencing data. Our study showed that apex carnivore species had more overlap temporally (the value of time overlap from 0.661 to 0.900) or trophically (the value of diet overlap from 0.458 to 0.892), mesocarnivore species had high dietary overlap with each other (the value of diet overlap from 0.945 to 0.997), and apex carnivore and mesocarnivore species had high temporal overlap (the value of time overlap from 0.497 to 0.855). Large dietary overlap was observed between wolf and snow leopard (Pianka’s index=0.892) and Pallas’s cat and Tibetan fox (Pianka’s index=0.997) and suggesting increased resource competition for these pair species were existed. We conclude that spatial niche partitioning playing a key role in facilitating the coexistence of apex carnivore species, spatial and temporal niche partitioning facilitate the coexistence of mesocarnivore species, and spatial and dietary niche partitioning facilitate the coexistence between apex and mesocarnivore species. Our findings address, for the first time, niche partitioning was considered across temporal, spatial and dietary dimensions and diverse coexistence patterns of carnivore species were presented in the Qilian Mountain national park of China. These finding will contribute substantially to current understanding of carnivore guilds and effective conservation management in fragile alpine ecosystems.