bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Production of High Quality Planting Materials Through Breeding for Four Important Herbal Species
Authors: Farah Fazwa Md Ariff  , Syafiqah Nabilah Samsul Bahari  , Zunoliza Abdullah  , Ling Sui Kiong  , Masitah Mohd Taini  , Fadhilah Zainudin  , Siti Nur Aisyah Mohd Hashim  , Fadzureena Jamaludin  , Mohd Zaki Abdullah
Published: September 2021

With the growing interest in these species as a source of new pharmaceutical products and the increasing demand for herbal products in Malaysia, the demand for its raw materials is also increasing. Therefore, initiatives have been taken by Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) to select and to produce high quality planting materials for future uses. To our knowledge, most of the raw materials used in producing herbal products and its development were being sourced from the wild, with little knowledge on the quality of the raw materials. In order to ensure the quality and sustainability of raw materials in the market, it is important to come out with suitable breeding strategy for the selected species. This paper highlights research by FRIM on collecting, screening, selecting and producing high quality planting materials for the four species based on their growth performance and bioactive compounds. Several research on the production of high quality planting materials for four important medicinal plants has been initiated by FRIM starting from the 11th Malaysian Plan until now. This paper discusses about four selected species namely Chromolaena odorata (kapal terbang), Andrographis paniculata (creat or green chiretta), Beackea frutescens (false ru) and Senna alata (candle bush). These species are found to have a significant benefit to the human’s health. C. odorata (kapal terbang) leaf extract are found to have relatively strong inhibition on platelet-activating factor (PAF) receptor binding in vitro, indicating an anti-inflammatory activity, which is favourable for wound healing. A major bioactive compound in A. paniculata, andrographolide has shown anticancer potential in various research. Whereas, B. frutescens has a potential to be used as anti-gout remedies. Research conducted by FRIM showed that active compound in the leaves and stems of B. frutescens extract are effective in inhibiting uric acid formation and promoting uric acid secretion. Whereas for S. alata, the highest content of major flavonoid glycoside compound, kaempferol-3-O-gentiobioside (K3G), has an anti-inflammatory effect detected in leaf extracts. Germplasm plots for the species were also established in FRIM for future breeding activities. The outputs derived from this study will support the herbal industries in getting quality raw materials in the future. By using high quality plants will also increase the value of pharmaceutical products in the market. It is anticipated that herbal industries and interested party will seek FRIM for high quality seeds and seedlings materials for the development of their products as well as for the establishment of commercial herbal plantation.
Developing Family Satisfaction with Care in Adult Critical Care Public Hospital Terengganu, Malaysia
Authors: Wan Abdul Rahman Wan Nor Aliza , Abdul Karim Othman  , Yuzana Mohd Yusop  , Asyraf Afthanorhan  , Hasnah Zani  , Siti Suhana Zakaria
Published: September 2021

In admissions to the intensive care unit (ICU), there is a high possibility of a life-threatening condition and possible emotional distress for family members. When the family is distressed and hospitalized, a significant level of stress and anxiety will be generated among family members, thereby decreasing their ability to make responsible decisions. As a result, the family members need full and up-to-date details, helping them to retain hope, and this contributes to lower stress levels. While there is growing evidence of the effectiveness of shared decision-making for family members who are directly involved in decisions, particularly regarding shared decision-making in the Malaysian context, there is less evidence that supported decisions help overall outcome. This study aims to developing the family satisfaction with decision making in the Intensive Care Unit (FS-ICU)-33 Malay language version of family member’s satisfaction with care and decision making during their stay at the intensive care units. A quantitative, cross-sectional validation study and purposive sampling was conducted from 1st November 2017 and 10 October 2018 to January 2020 among 208 of family members.  The family members of the ICU patients involved in this study had an excellent satisfaction level with service care. Higher satisfaction in ICU care resulting in higher decision-making satisfaction and vice versa.
Zakah Collection and Distribution Management: A Case Study of MAIDAM in Terengganu
Authors: Rahman Md Habibur , Shahirah binti Mat Shaari
Published: September 2021

Zakah is one of the systems to promote wealth-sharing among the Muslims in assuring a minimum standard of living for them. The problems associated with the distribution of zakah and poverty are damaging the performance and achievement of the zakah institution itself. The statistics on the distribution of zakah shows that the poor and extreme poor in Terengganu has been increased over the last few years. In addition, there are people who pay zakah directly to the asnaf while such payments of zakah are not being recorded. Thus, an efficient management for zakah in terms of collection and distribution can contribute to the achievement of the utmost objective of zakah. This qualitative mode of study investigates the activities of zakah collection and distribution that are being practiced by MAIDAM. This study uses the semi-structured interviews to collect the primary data. The study interviews the staff from the Majlis Agama Islam Dan Adat Melayu (Islamic Religious Council and Malay Customs), known as MAIDAM, whereby several issues have been asked and discussed to achieve the objectives. MAIDAM is the only organization that collects and distributes zakah in Terengganu. The study finds that MAIDAM has been using several channels for the zakah payers to make direct payments to MAIDAM. Besides, MAIDAM has collaborations with other organizations to distribute the funds effectively. The study posits that zakah is to be distributed in sustainable modes such as in a form of small financing for needy SMEs to achieve the objective of eradicating poverty line and minimizing income inequality.
Issues and Challenges of Total Quality Management Practices On Customer Satisfaction
Authors: Onyike Osoko Osoko , Habsah Binti Muda
Published: September 2021

Total quality management practices and customer satisfaction are contemporary concerns most especially in the service sector. While analysing the issues and challenges, experts believe that customer is dissatisfied with corporate organisation and establishment due to the ineffectiveness of total quality management practices. However, this review present, investigates and identifies the challenges of total quality management practices on customer satisfaction. The review further highlights key dimensions of total quality management practices with relevant theories influencing customer satisfaction. Although, the previous association between both components holds some contradictions. However, regardless of the conceptual review, there is evidence that total quality management dimensional factors could be factors to enhance customer satisfaction. Hence, policymakers could formulate policies to drive satisfied customers and build on existing knowledge on total quality management practices. Therefore, the study further suggests that empirical research should be examined on the factors presented. Thus, implications are further discussed in the study.
Food Value Chain, Sustainable Intensification and Food Security in Malaysia
Authors: Zainol Fakhrul Anwar , Aik Chua Kim
Published: September 2021

Malaysian seed industry  is   at  an  early  phase  of  development due  to a lack  of  participation  and an undeveloped  seed  industry,  hence, previous research on this area is very limited. This research adopts Yin’s case study approach which have been applied in a wide range of scholarly studies to the context of agribusiness research project . The findings of this study pertain to the components in the food value chain that influence food security which reveal that the respondents perceive food security is built on four important dimensions; namely, accessibility, availability, stability and utilization. Based on   the respondents’ view, Malaysia’s food security status is not at the most healthy level since respondents noted the import bill remains at an all-time high causing an urgent need to address this problem.  Most feel an increase in agriculture productivity is the most likely recommended option. Agriculture productivity depends on agriculture input of which, the seed is the fundamental component of the food value chain, hence, respondents suggested intensifying the seed industry to increase productivity.
Antioxidant and antibacterial activity of Myrcianthes pungens leaf essential oil
Authors:   Universidade Paranaense, de Jesus Renan Almeida , de Oliveira Herika Line Marko ,   Universidade Paranaense, Bortolucci Wanessa de Campos ,   Universidade Paranaense, Campo Caio Franco de Araujo Almeida ,   UniCesumar, Faria Maria Graciela Iecher ,   Universidade Paranaense, Goncalves Jose Eduardo ,   UniCesumar, Colauto Nelson Barros ,   Universidade Paranaense, Gazim Zilda Cristiani ,   Universidade Paranaense, Linde Giani Andrea ,   Universidade Paranaense
Published: September 2021

Myrcianthes pungens (Myrtaceae) is a native tree to Brazil known as guabijú. In our study, we described the chemical composition of the essential oil from M. pungens dried leaves, the antioxidant activity by different methods and antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus cereus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The chemical identification was done by gas chromatograph coupled to mass spectrometer and antibacterial activity was evaluated by broth microdilution method. The leaf essential oil presented hydrocarbon sesquiterpenes (42.6%) as its main chemical class whose major compounds were β-caryophyllene (11.7%) and 1,8-cineole (10.1%). The best antioxidant protection was from 57.5 to 63.3% of β-carotene. The highest antibacterial activity was against S. aureus (MIC of 78.12 µg/mL). This value was 2.56-fold lower than the positive streptomycin control. M. pungens is a promising source of natural molecules with potential study for the development of pharmacological, cosmetic and food products.
Antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory effect of Lippia pedunculosa Hayek essential oil and its β-cyclodextrin inclusion complex
Authors:   Federal University of Paraíba, Braga Renan Marinho , de Andrade Humberto Hugo Nunes ,   Federal University of Paraíba, Neto Humberto de Carvalho Aragao ,   Federal University of Paraíba, da Cruz Ryldene Marques Duarte ,   Federal University of Paraíba, Assis Davidson Barbosa ,   Federal University of Paraíba, Agra Luiz Henrique ,   Federal University of Paraíba, Rodriguez-Mascarenhas Sandra ,   Federal University of Paraíba, Pordeus Liana Clebia de Morais ,   Federal University of Paraíba, Quintans-Junior Lucindo Jose ,   Universidade Federal de Sergipe, de Almeida Reinaldo Nobrega ,   Federal University of Paraíba
Published: September 2021

Lippia pedunculosa Hayek (EOLp) presents tripanocid and amebicid effects. However essential oil needs to be further studied in experimental models of analgesia and inflammation once the prevalence of pain in the population generates great suffering and disability and the drugs most often used have undesirable side effects. We also evaluated whether the inclusion complex formulation EOLp/β-cyclodextrin (β-CD) was able to improve the antinociceptive activity of the EOLp alone. Data were evaluated by analysis of variance (ANOVA), followed by Tukey’s test. Differences were considered significant if p<0.05. EOLp presented better antinociceptive effect when compared to the EOLp/β-CD inclusion complex. Thus, cyclodextrins appear not to be efficient for essential oils with peroxide substances. However, in peritonitis, EOLp reduced total leucocyte migration and IL-1β levels in the peritoneal fluid, which confirmed its anti-inflammatory effect. The observed effects suggest that EOLp is the best promising option for the treatment of inflammation and pain-related disorders.
Ethnopharmacological treatment of Cough in Piran, Malakand, Pakistan
Authors:   Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University Sheringal Dir Upper Khyber Pakhtun Khwa, Khan Majid , Ali Muhammad ,   Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University Sheringal Dir Upper Khyber Pakhtun Khwa, Ullah Rahmat ,   Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University Sheringal Dir Upper Khyber Pakhtun Khwa, Ahmad Latif ,   Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University Sheringal Dir Upper Khyber Pakhtun Khwa, Riaz Muhammad ,   Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University Sheringal Dir Upper Khyber Pakhtun Khwa
Published: September 2021

The current study was designed to investigate the traditional recipes used to treat cough in Tehsil Piran, Malakand, Pakistan. These recipes were explored and quantitively analyzed for the first time. A total of 30 species of the plants, 6 animal products and one salt were reported to be used by the community to treat cough. Punica granatum L. and Olea ferruginea Royle dominated with Use value (UV) of 0.84 and Origanum vulgare L. with least use value of 0.1. The frequency citation (FC) of the Papaver somniferum L. is higher (98) while the lowest one is Verbascum thapsus L. (0.13). The large number of traditional recipes used for cough in this area shows that primary health care is still amalgamated in this culture. In future studies, these recipes may be further exploited as a base for modern medicine.
Coping Ability Relationship With Anxiety Levels Of Chronic Kidney Failure Clients Undergoing Hemodialysis
Authors: Isnayati  , Sri Atun Wahyuningsih  , Elfira Awaliyah Rahmawati
Published: September 2021

Mental Health is a condition in which an individual can develop physically, mentally, spiritually, and socially so that the individual realizes his own abilities, can overcome pressures, can work productively and is able to contribute to his community (Mental Health Act 18 of 2014). One of the psychosocial problems that many people experience in daily life is anxiety. A person who has an anxiety problem can have an effect on his physical and mental. The purpose of this study is to find out the Relationship of Coping Ability With Anxiety Levels Of Chronic Kidney Failure Clients Undergoing Hemodialysis. The research method used is by Cross-Sectional approach. The research was conducted in the Hemodialysis room of RS Pelni Jakarta with a total of 30 response sampling using simple random sampling. Statistical test results show p 1.0 > 0.05 means that there is no meaningful relationship between anxiety levels and coping strategies in patients undergoing hemodialysis. conclusion and advice are that hospitals can carry out health counseling activities on anxiety management and coping strategies in patients undergoing hemodialysis.
Romantiskā, zinātniskā un politiskā ekoloģija
Authors:   LLU Ekonomikas un sabiedrības attīstības fakultāte, Brāzma Gunārs
Published: September 2021

Nowadays the term „ecology” is widely used not only in life sciences, but in a political discourse and in everyday life as well. Such a broad use of the concept leads to a situation that the term is under-stood in quite different ways that sometimes even can contradict. This article draws attention to various applications of the term „ecology” by dividing it into romantic, scientific, and political ecology. At the same time, this classification does not mean that there is not any common ground between these ecolo-gies. The history of ecological ideas demonstrates that they often overlap and have mutual impact.
Ventspils apkārtnes apdzīvojums 17.–18. gadsimtā
Authors:   LU Latvijas vēstures institūts, Auns Muntis
Published: September 2021

The article deals with questions relating to the settlement in the area of Ventspils. Attention is gi-ven to environmental factors that could have had a greater or lesser influence on the settlement structure. The stream bank erosion along the River Venta had a relatively small impact on populated areas, while the wind erosion (sand deposition) caused the individual farms as well as villages to be abandoned. The Great Plague epidemic of 1710 was particularly devastating in the Ventspils area, during which about 40% of farms disappeared and most of them were not restored until the end of the 18th century. Final abandon-ment of farms, their renovation or addition of the former farmland to the land of the manor caused chan-ges in the population structure.
Latviešu Sieviešu apvienības (LSA) Liepājas sieviešu labklājības veicināšanas komisijas (LSA LSL VK) biedreņu sociālais portrets un sociāla darbība (1927–1937)
Authors:   Latvijas Universitāte
Published: September 2021

Latvian Women’s Association (LWA) was established in Riga in 1924 by its one and the only le-ader Emilija Jurevica and it was one of the biggest monoethnical active nationalistic („for latvians only”) socpolitical women’s organisations in Latvia, which tried to solve both social and political issues topical for the society of that time. It’s branch – Liepāja Commission for the Promotion of Women's Welfare (LWA LCPWW), established in 1927, was not the biggest LWA’s branch, but the most active one. The aim of this article is to analyse the role of LWA LPWW in the social an cultural life of Liepaja through the social portrait and social activities of its members.
The role of the National Library of Latvia in creating synergies between documentary heritage and society
Authors:   Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences Institute of Social, Economic and Humanities Research, Java Oskars , Gundare Ieva ,   National Library of Latvia
Published: September 2021

The purpose of the study entitled „Exploring documentary heritage for building synergies between research and society” is to study previously unexplored aspects of the documentary heritage, including the part of the legacy that has previously been subject to censorship and has therefore not been studied in depth. When viewing the documentary heritage as historical evidence, it will reveal previously unknown layers and stories of history, thereby directly influencing history and linking national identity to European identity. In order for these layers and stories to reach the public, the people should initially be informed of the existence of such information, which, in turn, could create awareness and to encourage action. This article deals with the existing experience of National Library of Latvia (NLL) and other libraries in en-suring that the new information is brought to the public. Society is complex and differs from country to country, therefore there is no common recipe for libraries for successful dissemination of the new infor-mation. The authors conclude that the most appropriate technique for understanding the local user is to study the user experience, which will become a continuation of this research study.
Izglītības iestādes vadības un pedagogu profesionālā sagatavotība mobinga gadījumu risināšanā
Authors:   Liepājas Universitāte, Jēgere Sarmīte
Published: September 2021

For students, the educational institution often becomes their second home, where they spend much more time than anywhere else. Numerous problems are based on a few insignificant things, never-theless, if conflict is not solved on time it may turn out to become a serious psychological problem or, in other words, into mobbing. In organisations, the causes of mobbing may be related to organizational cul-ture and personality of a mobber, but they may also be related to a victim, who unintentionally makes him/herself as a victim in the eyes of mobbers. The purpose of this article is to identify the possible signs of mobbing and to explore the educator and school management’s understanding on mobbing issues. The role of an educator is very important in a case of a mobbing. The teacher can create a positive environment and carry out preventive activities. The teacher should know where the students do not feel safe at school, how the mobbing takes place and how many people are involved in it. To achieve the goal, the author chose a general education institution X as a research base, more precisely – a primary school with 246 pupils and 46 employees (in 2016/2017). The research methods em-ployed: a questionnaire and a focus group interview.
Studentu patstāvīgā darba organizācija, pasniedzot juridiskās disciplīnas
Authors:   Biznesa, mākslas un tehnoloģiju augstskola “RISEBA”, Mašošins Jurijs
Published: September 2021

This article describes a topical situation, which has developed in the process of teaching legal disciplines. The subject of this research – independent work of students. The author has elaborated practical suggestions for organization and implementation of independent work. The article describes the basic ru-les for the preparation and application of the system of practical legal assignments as the basis for stu-dents' independent work under the supervision of a teacher.
Iekļaujošā izglītība skolotāju asociatīvajā skatījumā
Authors:   Liepājas Universitāte, Stieģele Dace , Pelnēna Ivita ,   Liepājas Universitāte, Špehte Elita ,   Liepājas Universitāte, Bethere Dina ,   Liepājas Universitāte
Published: September 2021

The concept of inclusive education is considered as a tendency for the development of educational system. The effective implementation of this concept is closely related to the expansion of the professio-nal functions of the teachers. Accordingly, the teachers need professional competence, which allows to respect the educational needs of each student. The phenomenological study, presented in the publication, analyses teachers' associations about inclusive education. In this context, associations are considered as a philosophical-psychological category, which includes a link between the ideas and concepts, recalling their nature and defining their value. The research data is analysed employing a qualitative content analysis method. The results of the study revealed two directions related to the assumptions about inclusive edu-cation: some of the participants link their associations with available or well-known definitions of inclusive education, while some express associations based in their experience.
Velosatiksmes pārvaldība Valmieras pašvaldībā: sistēmpieejas izpratnes un pārvaldības attīstība
Authors:   Latvijas Universitāte, Vides zinātnes nodaļa, Pūgulis Roberts , Bieziņa Līga ,   Latvijas Universitāte, Vides zinātnes nodaļa, Ernšteins Raimonds ,   Latvijas Universitāte, Vides zinātnes nodaļa
Published: September 2021

Cycling and general sustainable mobility has become a topical issue around Europe, and gradually also in Latvia, including Valmiera – a medium size town, which is a research-base for this study where the governance and development of the municipal cycling infrastructure is analysed. The rapid growth of cycling in Valmiera not only highlights some deficiencies in urban infrastructure developments, but also reveals the management problems: the expectations and needs of users of different means of transportation and also pedestrians are not met. Looking towards solving various cycling development issues, it is necessary, first of all, to develop an understanding of system’s approach and the systemic governance of the cycling infrastructure. The urban transport/mobility system must be developed as a whole, integrating cycling mobility in it as an independently and continuously developing component, promoting a process of cooperation between all parties involved. Thus, to facilitate the cycling mobility of inhabitants in Valmiera, the involvement/participation of all the interested parties shall be pro-actively communicated – informed, educated/trained, pro-cycling behaviour encouraged. During this integrative case study, both quantitative and qualitative research methods were applied complementary: analysis of documents, infrastructure observations in the town with photo documentation, survey of inhabitants, also in-depth semi-structured interviews with open-ended questions. Additionally, a participatory observation was conducted through participation in cycling activities, forums, working groups, etc., elaborating suggestions for the municipal planning document - Transport Infrastructure Development Concept of Valmiera.
Pendekatan Arsitektur Vernakular Dalam Desain Fasilitas Obyek Wisata Jasmani - Rohani Mengeruda di Kecamatan Soa Kabupaten Ngada
Authors: Rato Gusti , Dede Petrus Jhon Alfred Depa , Kerong Fabiola T.A.
Published: September 2021

Kabupaten Ngada adalah salah satu Kabupaten yang memiliki banyak sekali potensi wisata yang mampu menarik minat wisatawan baik dalam maupun luar negri yang ingin berwisata baik untuk jasmani maupun rohani. Salah satunya yaitu “Obyek Wisata Jasmani-Rohani Mengeruda”, yang dikelola oleh Pemerintah Kabupaten Ngada, bekerja sama dengan Paroki Salip Suci, Soa. Obyek wisata ini berada 28 km ke arah timur dari pusat Kota Bajawa tepatnya di Desa Mengeruda Kecamatan Soa Kabupaten Ngada. Obyek Wisata Jasmani - Rohani Mengeruda memiliki 2 (dua) faktor andalan, yaitu Sumber Mata Air Panas Alam (Hoot Sprin) dan Taman Fatima (Place Of Pilgrimage) yaitu tempat Ziarah bagi Umat ber-agama Katolik. Namun ada beberapa permasalahan yang membuat obyek wisata ini tidak terlalu optimal, seperti: kurangnya perawatan terhadap fasilitas-fasilitas yang sudah ada, kurangnya fasilitas fasilitas utama, dan penunjang sebagai pendukung citra dari obyek wisata ini. Alasan pemilihan tema dengan pendekatan Arsitektur Vernakuler dalam desain kawasan Wisata Jasmani-Rohani Mengeruda ini karena berada dalam lingkungan masyarakat yang kaya akan budaya dan tradisi baik dari segi arsitektural maupun kehidupan sosialnya. Metode pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan cara; studi literatur, wawancara, dan observasi. Dari data yang dikumpulkan dilakukan analisis. Metode analisis data dilakukan dengan; analisa kuantitatif, analisa kualitatif, dan komparatif, Setelah melakukan analisis, tahap selanjutnya adalah menyusun konsep perencanaan dan perancangan sesuai dengan output dan analisis yang telah dilkakukan. Hasil perancangan dengan pendekatan arsitektur vernakuler dapat menjadikan tempat wisata ini bukan hanya dijadikan tempat rekreasi semata, tetapi juga sebagai media pembelajaran atau mengenalkan budaya ke wisatawan luas dengan cara menunjukan/menonjolkan identitas kebudayaan masyarakatnya, dan dapat memberikan dampak edukatif bagi wisatawan.
Studi Perbandingan Karakteristik Agregat Quarry Nangapanda Dan Quarry Aemau Untuk Lapis Pondasi Bawah (Sub Base)
Authors: Nosemba Blasius D. , Sydin Thomas Aquino A. , Ndale Fransiskus X .
Published: September 2021

Salah satu bahan penyusun perkerasan jalan adalah agregat,untuk itu perlu dilakukan penelitian terhadap karakteristik material agregat sebagai bahan dasar konstruksi jalan. Quarry Nangapanda dan quarry Aemau merupakan sumber material yang sering digunakan untuk pembangunan pekerjaan jalan di Kabupaten Ende dan Nagekeo. Tujuan Penelitian ini untuk mengetahui karakteristik agregat quarry Nangapanda dan quarry Aemau, serta perbandingan karakteristiknya untuk lapis pondasi bawah (sub base). Metode yang digunakan adalah Standar Nasional Indonesia (SNI). Hasil pengujian analisis saringan agregat dua quarry ini termasuk dalam tipikal gradasi seragam,berat jenis (bulk) quarry Nangapanda sebesar 2,53 dan quarry Aemau sebesar 2,84. Penyerapan (absorption) untuk quarry Nangapanda sebesar 2,81% dan quarry Aemau sebesar 1,60%,kadar air agregat quarry Nangapanda sebesar 1,51% dan quarry Aemau sebesar 1,075%,agregat yang lolos nomor 200 (0,075 mm) quarry Nangapanda sebesar 0,283% dan quarry Aemau sebesar 0,423%, keausan agregat quarry Nangapanda sebesar 18,30% dan quarry Aemau sebesar 12,06%. Hasil akhir agregat dua quarry ini sudah memenuhi syarat SNI dengan perbandingan karakteristik agregat quarry Aemau lebih baik dari agregat quarry Nangapanda.
Kualitas Kontraktor Dalam Melaksanakan Proyek Rehabilitasi dan Pemeliharaan Jaringan Irigasi Pada DPU Kabupaten Ende
Authors: Silva Yustina Rere Da , Nisanson Marselinus Y. , Ester Elim
Published: September 2021

Pelaksanaan pekerjaan proyek rehabilitasi/pemeliharaan jaringan irigasi pada Bidang Sumber Daya Air  Dinas Pekerjaan Umum dan Penataan Ruang Kabupaten Ende Tahun Anggaran 2019  dilaksanakan oleh CV. Berdikari, CV. Nusa Alam, CV. Muncul Baru, dan CV. Yordan mengalami keterbatasan antara lain: tenaga kerja kurang memiliki pemahaman terhadap spesifikasi teknik dan gambar kerja, tidak melakukan pengajuan uang muka, dan  kesulitan metode kerja yang diisyaratkan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kualitas kontraktor dan hubungan antara aspek: sumber daya manusia, keuangan/finansial, dan aspek metode pelaksanaan dengan metode deskriptif kuantitatif. Data penelitian diperoleh melalui kuesioner tertutup kepada 16 responden pengelola proyek. Hasil penelitian menunjukan kualitas kontraktor ditinjau dari aspek sumber daya manusia, 59,4% menyatakan cukup baik, 50,0% menyatakan kurang baik pada asuransi tenaga kerja, dan 38,8% menyatakan kurang baik pada pemahaman tenaga teknik. Ditinjau dari aspek keuangan/finansial,  63,3% menyatakan cukup baik, 35,0% menyatakan tidak baik pada pengajuan uang muka. Diitinjau dari aspek metode pelaksanaan, 74.8% menyatakan baik,  46,3% menyatakan kurang baik pada metode kerja. Hasil regresi sederhana pengaruh variabel aspek sumber daya manusia, 70,3% dengan nilai sig 0,000<0,005 yang diisyaratkan, aspek keuangan/finansial 88,1% dengan nilai sig 0,000<0,005 yang diisyaratkan, aspek metode pelaksanaan 84,1% dengan nilai sig 0,000<0,005 yang diisyaratkan. Aspek keuangan mempunyai pengaruh yang dominan dengan nilai R2 88,1% dan nilai beta 0,891.
The Medical and Psychological Effect of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech on Vulnerable Social Groups
Authors: Suvidutt M.S.  , Aditya Tomer
Published: September 2021

The present study would be analyzing and interpreting the intricacies of hate speech in two-fold. Firstly, theauthors would be meticulously analyzing the legal parlance of the term ‘hate speech’ in the present aeon andits repercussions, i.e., outline the constitutive and consequential harm faced by the people that goes beyondlegal texts and judgments and beyond the legal notion of hate speech.In furtherance, this research article would address the aftereffects of hate speech medically and how it takesa psychological toll on minority bigotry and pervasive gender or ethnic differences by using a plethora ofwell-known logical research approaches that are unique to analytic philosophy.Hate speech cases have resulted in bans on campus, legal rulings, and national controversy. The term ‘FreeSpeech’ and ‘Hate Speech’ has been misconstrued and used misappropriately. The prime reason is theabsence of precise clarification and the unbelievably wide usage of the term. The targeted communitiesexperiencing hate speech are of paramount importance but are often overlooked due to the legitimacy oflaws pertaining to hate speech.
The Application Program of Smoking Free University Policy Campaign in Sisaket Rajabhat University
Authors: Tanaprat Thuksin  , Chuthamat Nopparat  , Tanapat Sriwarom
Published: September 2021

Background:These policy campaign were developed inlaw enforcement protection a non-smoking forsmoking freeuniversityby students union president.Method:This quasi-experimental research aimed toevaluate the application program of smoking free university policy campaign. To study the effect of thestudent leadership development program in the management of the smoking free university, Sisaket RajabhatUniversity and study the level of participation of the student leaders in the management of the smoking freeuniversity towards the smoke-free zone in Sisaket Rajabhat University. by selecting the students unionpresident population of 20 people, the samples were selected according to the inclusion criteria and theexclusion criteria, which the research pattern was used to conduct a comparative study within One GroupPretest - Posttest Design in 12 weeks with 4 activities. The data were collected by using questionnaires andusing descriptive statistics presented in the form of a frequency distribution. The data distribution is normal.They were presented with the statistical values of frequency, percentage, mean and standard deviation. Andtranslate the results into score values comparison of the mean, differences before and after the experiment.Within the experimental group using statistics : Paired Samples t-Test. Results: The results of the researchwere found that after the development of the experimental development program, the students’ leadershipin the management of the non-smoking university, knowledge, skills, social roles, imagination or conceptabout oneself, motivation / mindset Participation in the development of student leadership potential inthe management of the non – smoking university. Significantly better than before development (p <0.05).Conclusion: In conclusion of the study : Results of the Student Leadership Development Program inManagement of Smoking Free Universities, Sisaket Rajabhat University. It can cause success factors inmanaging the non-smoking university. In organizing smoking free zones in Sisaket Rajabhat University. Tobring about effective action and efficiency and developed as the non-smoking university model Includingcampaigning activities establishing a banner that announces the non-smoking area that covers the entireuniversity. To create participation of university students and the student leaders,The students union presidenthave a clear understanding of roles and duties in their work operations and have an action plan. They realizedthe importance of organizing the non-smoking zone in the university. There are regulations / measures toprevent and control smoking in non-smoking zones jointly agreed by the leaders. Established a mechanism tosupport the construction of the non-smoking area in Sisaket Rajabhat University. The measures are followedup and monitored, and implement a participatory and sustainable non-smoking university.
Comparison of Lower Organ Disorders between Wrestlers with Meniscal Injury, Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) and Healthy People in Kermanshah
Authors: Tayebeh Mahvar  , Somayeh Mahdavikian  , Afsaneh Mohammadi  , Ferdos Pelarak  , Masoud Fallahi  , Hamideh Mashalchi
Published: September 2021

Introduction: The present paper studied three lower organ linear disorders, including tibial rotation (rotatingtibia bone around linear axis) (femoral anteversion), femoral normal rotation, and varus complications aspossible risk factors of common sports injuries of knee.Methods: In this comparative descriptive study, 60 men were divided into three meniscal injury, anteriorcross ligament and healthy groups (n=20). All of the participants were current wrestlers at different clubsof Kermanshah province and towns who had at least four years of experience in various sports events.The samples of the injured groups were selected through questionnaire and referral to sports clubs and thehealthy group sample was randomly selected. The healthy individuals had no record of knee injury.Results: The results of the present study revealed that anteversion (internal rotation of femur) affected bothcommon anterior cruciate ligament and meniscal impairments, and tibial rotation only significantly affectedmeniscal injury not anterior cruciate ligament. Also, increase of knee varus angle did not have any effect onmeniscal and anterior cruciate ligament injuries.Conclusion: The results of this study can be helpful to recognize the risk factors of sports injuries.
A Study of Epidemiology of Poisoning Cases Brought For Autopsy at Tertiary Health Care Centre in South-Western Maharashtra: A Ten-Year Retrospective Study
Authors: Thippesh Kumar N  , Sandeep Bansal  , KV Radhakrishna  , Sarala M  , Shivakumar D Kalakabandi  , Gautam Dhokia  , Abhishek Rathee
Published: September 2021

Introduction: Present study is the study of epidemiology of poisoning cases brought for autopsy at tertiaryhealth care centre in South-Western Maharashtra by finding out the incidence, pattern, sociodemographicfactors, toxic agents, seasonal and other factors related to their deaths.Material and Methods: Present study is a retrospective cross-sectional study done in mortuary of a tertiaryhealth care centre in South-Western Maharashtra. Study included total 104 cases of death due to poisoningfrom Jan 2009 to Dec 2018 and the data collected from inquest papers, autopsy reports and regional forensicscience laboratory reports was analysed using a structured proforma in Microsoft excel sheet.Result: Out of 2570 medico legal autopsies conducted during the study period, deaths due to poisoningcomprised 104 cases i.e. an incidence of 4.05%. Maximum deaths due to poisoning are found to be due toIntentional self-poisoning (suicides) and rural areas are more affected than the urban areas. Most commonlyused toxic substance for poisoning is found to be pesticides and the maximum deaths occurred during themonsoon season. Gender-wise analysis shows that death due to poisoning is more common in males andmajority of victims irrespective of their gender were married.Conclusion: Study provides crucial information on various sociodemographic factors related to poisoningdeaths in South Western Maharashtra which is relevant in understanding the causative factors behind themortality due to poisoning and also helpful in devising preventive measure to reduce the loss of human life.
A Woman with Tuberculosis Multidrug Resistance and QTc Prolongation Repetitive Interval: A Case Report
Authors: Tutik Kusmiati  , Ni Made Mertaniasih  , Johanes Nugroho Eko Putranto  , Budi Suprapti  , Soedarsono  , Abdul Rahman Bahmid
Published: September 2021

Background : Prolonged QTc interval is one of the side effects of the short-regimen MDR-TB. QTcprolongation is a risk factor for Torsades de pointes and is influenced by many factors. Case : 47-year-oldwoman who was diagnosed with MDR-TB through GeneXpert examination and received short-regimenMDR-TB. This patient experienced repeated QTc prolongation, with peak QTc interval 600 msec occurringat 4th month with mild hypokalemia without clinical symptoms. The patient completed 9 months of shortregimentherapy with improve chest x ray followed by negative sputum culture. Conclusion : Short-regimenMDR-TB contains several drugs that cause QTc prolongation. Clinical evaluation is required in patientswith QTc prolongation before changing the regiment.
Application of Machine Learning and Deep Learning Technology in the Field of Dentistry among Top Five Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Countries - A Scientometric Analysis
Authors: Varshini Rajendran  , V.V.Bharathwaj  , P.Suganya  , D.Prabu  , Rajmohan  , M.R.Prashanthy
Published: September 2021

Background: The Scientometric analysis of the articles helps to provide more useful information about thefield of research.Aim: This study aims to evaluate the articles based on the application of deep learning and machine learningin the field of Dentistry among top five Gross domestic product (GDP) countries.Materials and Method: The articles related to Deep learning (DL) and Machine learning (ML) in the fieldof Dentistry among top five GDP countries were retrieved from electronic databases such as Google Scholar,Scopus and PubMed using keywords and MeSH terms. The parameters such as author name, number ofauthorships, number of citations, year, place of the study, journal, type of article, field of dentistry, outcomeand implementation of deep learning and machine learning in dentistry were evaluated. The collected datawere analyzed and tabulated using descriptive analysis.Results: Totally thirty seven number of articles regarding deep learning and machine learning in the fieldof dentistry among top five GDP Countries were obtained. The maximum number of studies was publishedin United States of America and minimum studies in Japan. The articles were published between the years2001 and 2020 in different fields of Dentistry.Conclusion: The Scientometric analysis of articles related to the use of deep learning and machine learningin the field of Dentistry helps the researchers and dentists to have an idea about the trends and improvementfor better analysis and treatment in the future for greater benefit of patients.
A Study Survey of Awareness of Jordanian Chemists about Chemical Hazards
Authors: Waed R Alahmad  , Tala H. Sasa  , Nawal H Bahtiti  , Ahmed Abu-Rayan
Published: September 2021

This study is an attempt to identify the level of awareness of safety measures practiced in the survey wasconducted between September and December 2020 among chemists graduated in Jordan in several workingsectors (teaching, Laboratory work and in manufactures). A total of 245 eligible subjects were asked toparticipate in the study. The majority were females (71.0%), their ages ranged from 18 to 40 years, and mostof them were between 18-22 (62.9%). As for educational qualifications, 65% were students. 77.1% of themhad a good knowledge of chemistry. Most of the accidents were in the laboratory by females (68%), 78%of the accidents were by females in the household. The age of 18-22 (58.9%) caused most of the accidentsin the laboratory. Also, the age of 18-22 (69.9%) caused most of the accidents in the household. 55.5% oflaboratory accidents were from students. As result females and students were the major reason for chemicalaccidents. There is no significant difference in the average attitude towards chemical safety by age. There isno significant difference in the average attitude towards chemical safety as per education.
The Effects of Telehealth During Pregnancy on Maternal Knowledge and Postpartum Mental Health in the Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Wahyul Anis  , Rize Budi Amalia
Published: September 2021

Background: The Covid-19 pandemic caused changes in health services, especially Antenatal Care (ANC)because pregnant women are at risk of contracting Covid-19 so telehealth is one of the methods developedto make ANC more effective and efficient. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between telehealthduring pregnancy on knowledge and mental health of postpartum mothersMethods : The research method uses a case-control where there are two groups of samples. The case groupconsisted of 30 postpartum mothers who received telehealth (routine online monitoring and counseling)during pregnancy, while the control group consisted of 27 postpartum mothers who did not receivetelehealth during pregnancy. Samples were taken using a random sampling technique with inclusion criteriaare postpartum mothers who received online monitoring and counseling during pregnancy routinely byvolunteer mothers. The exclusion criteria were postpartum mothers who did not routinely receive onlinemonitoring and counselling. Statistical analysis used Wilcoxon Mann Whitney, Chi-Square, and FisherExact tests.Conclusions:The telehealth has influenced the maternal knowledge but it will necessary to develop atelehealth strategy that contribute to the mental health of mother during the postpartum period.
Assessment of Cardiovascular Risk in a Patient with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Authors: Xamrayev Xamza  , Goyibov Salim  , Tagaeva Dilnoza
Published: September 2021

Purpose: to study cardiovascular risk on the mSCORE scale in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA).Methods: We examined 140 RA patients aged 35 to 60 years. The diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis wasmade on the basis of the ACR (1987) and ACR / EULAR (2010) criteria. The mSCOREscale (SCORE /EULAR) was used for early detection and prediction of cardiovascular risk.Results: In patients with RA, hereditary risk factors (RF) for cardiovascular diseases were detectedin 31.4%, abdominal obesity in 35%, arterial hypertension (AH) in 63.6%, hypercholesterolemiahypercholesterolemiain 25.7%, and hypodynamia in 37.9% of patients. Smoking accounted for 10.8% ofpatients in the study, as the majority (82%) of the surveyed were women. At the same time, AH was observed1.5 times, hypercholesterolemia 2.1 times more often in men than in women. According to the results of thestudy on the mSCORE scale, 52 (37.1%) had low risk, 64 (45, 7%), a high risk was in 14 (10%), and a veryhigh risk was in 10 (7.2%) patients.Conclusion: In RA patients, the use of the mSCORE scale enables early diagnosis of cardiovascular riskand timely correction of risk factors.
The Development of a Community-Based Model as an Assisting Approach in the Prevention of Pregnancy and Labor Complications in Pandeglang Regency, Banten, Indonesia
Authors: Yudhia Fratidhina  , Nina Herlina  , Hamidahs  , Sri Mulyati
Published: September 2021

Most of the direct causes of maternal death is obstetrical complications. Some programs have been doneto reduce the incidence of complications on pregnancy and childbirth complications unfortunately theimplementation of the program has not been maximized. Community empowerment is required to ensurethe sustainability of the program. This research was conducted to develop community-based Model inpreventing pregnancy and labor complications based on asset and community participatory. This researchwas conducted with a mixed method approach. On the stage of model development is conducted qualitativelythrough Focus Group Discussion and in-depth interview with 4 key informants and 13 support informants.Furthermore, model is developed quantitatively by using cross sectional study design on 80 respondents.The analysis that used in this research is SEM PLS. Once the model is formed, the evaluation was conductedon 83 respondents by using pre and post-test design. Application of community-based Model in the societyis done by mentoring models using Module of asset and participatory-based prevention of pregnancy andlabor complication through community-based Model. The results show that community-based modelcan be achieved through community participation, community assets development, knowledge, attitudesand behavior. The results also reveal that the community-based model is statistically proven to increaseknowledge (p 0.000), attitude (p 0.000) and the behavior of expectant mother (p. 0.000). Community-basedModel consists of five variables and it was proved to be effective in improving the knowledge, attitude andbehavior of expecting mothers on the prevention of pregnancy complication and childbirth.
Effectiveness of Educational Package Regarding Knowledge of Somatic Symptom Disorders among Adolescent Girls- A Pre- Experimental Study
Authors: Vishakha Rani  , Raman Deep  , Poonam Ahlawat
Published: September 2021

Objective : This study was undertaken to assess the effectiveness of educational package regardingknowledge of Somatic symptom disorders among adolescent girls.Methods : 75 adolescent girls were selected by using non probability convenient sampling technique. Thedata was collected by using a reliable and validated tool to assess the knowledge regarding Somatic symptomdisorders.Results : The quantitative assessment of knowledge regarding Somatic Symptom Disorders revealed thatafter administration of educational package, 56 (74.67%) adolescent girls had average knowledge and19 (25.33%) adolescent girls had adequate level of knowledge. There was significant difference betweenknowledge in pre testand post test after administration of educational package. Also, thepost test knowledgewas statistically associated with educational level of father of adolescent girls (0.043), educational level ofmother of adolescent girls (0.046) and occupation of mother of adolescent girls (0.003). The study revealedthat, the pretest mean score value of knowledge was 9.52 with standard deviation (SD) of 2.21 and thepost-test mean score value of knowledge was17.00 with SD of 4.01 with a mean difference of 7.48.Thecalculated-t value was 13.87. This indicated that there was a high statistical significant difference in the preand post test knowledge level regarding Somatic symptom disorders among adolescent girls, p value 0.05.Conclusion: Results of this research generates evidence that educational package regarding knowledge ofSomatic symptom disorders among adolescent girls was effective.