bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Assessing corticosteroid utilization and mortality risk in septic shock: insights from network meta-analysis
Authors: Sutrisno Wibowo , Dzhyvak Volodymyr
Published: July 2024

BACKGROUND: Despite current guidelines recommending corticosteroid administration in septic shock management, there is ongoing controversy regarding their impact on mortality rates and the most effective corticosteroid type.
OBJECTIVES: To assess corticosteroid use and mortality risk in septic shock via network meta-analysis.
METHODS: A comprehensive network meta-analysis was undertaken by retrieving articles from PubMed, Embase, and Scopus databases. Pertinent data encompassing baseline characteristics of articles, definitions of sepsis, types of corticosteroids employed, and mortality rates were systematically extracted from each article. The Manthel Hanzhel method alongside a network meta-analysis approach was employed to evaluate the influence of corticosteroid administration on mortality risk among individuals diagnosed with septic shock.
RESULTS: Our analysis comprised a total of 50 articles. While indirect comparison failed to yield statistically significant results regarding the reduction in mortality risk, direct comparison indicated that corticosteroid administration was linked to a decreased risk of mortality among septic shock individuals (OR: 0.80; 95%CI: 0.68, 0.93; p Egger: 0.0550; p Heterogeneity: 0.0010; p: 0.0040). Furthermore, among all the types of corticosteroids analyzed, only the hydrocortisone and fludrocortisone combination demonstrated an association with reduced mortality risk in septic shock patients. Individuals receiving this combination therapy exhibited decreased likelihood of mortality compared to those receiving a placebo (OR: 0.78; 95%CI: 0.64, 0.96; p Egger: 0.3082; p Heterogeneity: 0.8570; p: 0.0190).
CONCLUSION: Our study emphasizes the significance of corticosteroid therapy, particularly highlighting the hydrocortisone and fludrocortisone combination, for septic shock management.
Upaya Peningkatan Daya Hafal Siswa Melalui Implementasi Permainan Kartu Gambar dan Huruf dalam Pembelajaran Bahasa Arab
Authors: Fathoni Fathoni
Published: July 2024

Kegiatan memori menggunakan metode penggabungan materi visual dengan kartu huruf  untuk membantu anak lebih mudah mengingat simbol huruf dengan cara membandingkan materi visual yang dilihatnya sehingga meningkatkan kemampuan memorinya.  Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui cara meningkatkan kemampuan daya ingat melalui metode penggabungan materi visual dengan kartu abjad bagi siswa MTs Darul Hikmah Sidoarjo, serta mengetahui langkah-langkah agar metode penggabungan materi gambar dengan suku kata dapat meningkatkan sedang belajar. Penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian tindakan kelas (PTK) dengan  siklus yang terdiri dari empat tahap, yaitu:  perencanaan, tindakan, observasi, dan refleksi. Subyek penelitian ini adalah siswa MTs Darul Hikmah Sidoarjo  yang berjumlah 15 orang, terdiri dari 6 perempuan dan 9 laki-laki. Dalam penelitian ini digunakan 2 siklus dengan hasil prasiklus daya ingat 34%, pada siklus I meningkat menjadi 60%,  keberhasilan yang diharapkan sebesar 80%, pada siklus II tercapai menghasilkan peningkatan sebesar 93%. Dari hasil penelitian di atas, metode penggabungan materi visual dengan suku kata dapat meningkatkan kemampuan memori siswa MTs Darul Hikmah Sidoarjo. Sebaiknya penelitian selanjutnya sebaiknya lebih inovatif dan kreatif untuk menciptakan suasana belajar yang menyenangkan dan kondusif guna meningkatkan minat hafalan anak
Meningkatkan Kosa Kata Anak Usia 3- 4 Tahun Melalui Metode Bercerita
Authors: Silitonga Mirdat , Chindy  , Salwiah
Published: July 2024

Kosakata merupakan salah satu dari aspek- aspek dari perkembangan bahasa anak usia dini. Semakin kaya kosakata yang dikuasai anak, maka akan semakin berkembang kemampuan bahasa anak. Salah satu cara agar dapat meningkatkan kemampuan kosakata anak yaitu dengan metode bercerita. Metode bercerita memiliki banyak manfaat bagi anak usia dini, Selain bercerita dapat meningkatkan kemampuan bahasa serta kosakata anak, kegiatan bercerita juga dapat meningkat moral dan agama anak, membentuk pribadi anak karena dengan mendengarkan cerita, anak dapat menangkap pesan- pesan moral yang terdapat dalam cerita. Penelitian yang dilakukan ini merupakan jenis Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK) yang memiliki tujuan untuk meningkatkan kemampuan kosakata anak usia 3-4 tahun Kelompok Bermain pada TK Swasta Wiyata Dharma Medan melalui metode bercerita. Penelitian Tindakan ini dilakukan melalui 2 siklus dengan setiap siklusnya dilakukan selama 3 hari. Dari penelitian ini terjadi peningkatan yang terhadap kemampuan kosakata anak yaitu 61,11% untuk kategori BSH, 22,22% untuk kategori BSB, 11,11% untuk kategori MB dan 5,55% untuk kategori BB. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah metode bercerita mampu meningkatkan kemampuan kosakata anak anak usia 3-4 tahun Kelompok Bermain (KB) di TK Swasta Wiyata Dharma Medan.
Pancasila dan Kebebasan Beragama
Authors: Padan Stefanus , Lumintang Shendy Carolina
Published: July 2024

Abstract: The right of religion freedom is one of the rights that cannot be reduced or eliminated. Every human being has the same right to determine his freedom, this right includes the freedom to adopt and accept a religion and belief of his own choice. The goal of the Indonesian nation will not be achieved if freedom of religion has not been realized. Disruption to religiom freedom in Indonesia is inseparable from disruption to the integrity of the State and the ideology of Pancasila. The church has an important role in promoting and maintaining religious freedom in accordance with Pancasila values; provide insight and form a complete understanding of religious freedom. Ideally, as written in Article 29 Paragraph 2 of the 1945 Constitution states that every citizen has the freedom to embrace religion and worship according to their respective beliefs. This constitutional guarantee is a solid foundation for protecting individual rights to practice their religion without pressure or discrimination. Various articles have discussed the importance of Pancasila for the State, but none have discussed the role of the church in religious freedom based on Pancasila. Through this research, we hope to provide insight and contribution to the church so that it can play a role in relation to religious freedom based on Pancasila. This research is a qualitative research approach with content analysis methods, then makes valid conclusions from the text with the context used.
Abstrak: Hak atas kebebasan beragama termasuk salah satu hak yang tidak dapat dikurangi atau dihilangkan. Setiap umat manusia memiliki hak yang sama untuk menentukan kebebasannya, hak ini mencakup kebebasan untuk menganut dan menerima suatu agama dan kepercayaan atas pilihannya sendiri. Tujuan bangsa Indonesia tidak akan mungkin tercapai, apabila kebebasan beragama belum terwujud. Gangguan terhadap kebebasan beragama di Indonesia tidak terpisahkan dengan gangguan terhadap keutuhan Negara dan ideologi Pancasila. Gereja memiliki peran penting dalam rangka mempromosikan dan menjaga kebebasan beragama sesuai dengan nilai-nilai Pancasila; memberikan wawasan dan membentuk pemahaman kebebasan beragama yang utuh. Idealnya sebagaimana yang tertulis dalam Pasal 29 Ayat 2 UUD 1945 menyatakan bahwa setiap warga negara memiliki kebebasan untuk memeluk agama dan beribadah sesuai dengan keyakinan masing-masing. Jaminan konstitusional ini merupakan dasar yang kuat untuk melindungi hak-hak individu dalam menjalankan agama mereka tanpa tekanan atau diskriminasi. Berbagai artikel tentang membahas mengenai pentingnya Pancasila bagi Negara namun belum ada yang membahas mengenai peran gereja terhadap kebebasan beragama berdasarkan Pancasila. Melalui penelitian ini, kiranya memberikan wawasan dan kontribusi terhadap gereja agar dapat berperan dalam kaitannya dengan kebebasan beragama berdasarkan Pancasila. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode analisis isi, kemudian membuat kesimpulan yang valid dari teks dengan konteks yang digunakan.
Aplikasi Konsep Manajemen Strategi dalam Menyelenggarakan Perguruan Tinggi Kristen yang Berkualitas
Authors: Perangin Angin Yakub Hendrawan , Yeniretnowati Tri Astuti
Published: July 2024

Abstract: The aim of this research is to show the effectiveness and importance of the application of strategic management concepts in the process of administering educational institutions, in order to answer the problems that exist and are experienced in Christian Religious Higher Education organizations in particular, where data and facts show that there are still many Private and Religious Higher Education Institutions Christians in Indonesia are not yet of the quality that higher education institutions should be. The method in this research uses a literature study approach that reveals data and facts and analyzes problems and the role of strategic management concepts as solutions. The results and conclusions are that the application of the concept of strategic management in the management of Christian Religious Higher Education is a very important strategic decision taken by the management of the governing foundation and the leaders and management who organize the Christian Religious Higher Education organization in order to be able to organize the organization well, with quality and even professionalism so that can not only survive but also continue to grow until it reaches sustainability.
Abstrak: Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menunjukkan sangat efektif dan pentingnya aplikasi dari konsep manajemen strategi dalam proses penyelenggaraan institusi pendidikan, guna menjawab persoalan yang ada dan dialami pada organisasi Perguruan Tinggi Keagamaan Kristen khususnya, di mana data dan fakta menunjukkan masih banyak Perguruan Tinggi Swasta dan Perguruan Tinggi Keagamaan Kristen di Indonesia yang belum berkualitas sebagai mana seharusnya institusi pendidikan tinggi. Metode dalam penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan studi pustaka yang mengungkap data dan fakta serta menganalisis persoalan dan peranan konsep manajemen strategi sebagai solusinya. Hasil dan kesimpulannya bahwa Aplikasi konsep manajemen strategi dalam pengelolaan Perguruan Tinggi Keagamaan Kristen adalah merupakan sebuah keputusan stratejik yang sangat penting diambil oleh pengurus yayasan yang manaungi dan pemimpin serta manajemen yang menyelenggarakan organisasi Perguruan Tinggi Keagamaan Kristen guna dapat menyelenggarakan organisasinya dengan baik, berkualitas bahkan professional sehingga bukan saja dapat bertahan tetapi juga terus bertumbuh sampai mencapai keberlanjutan (sustainable).
Lima Pilar Kelompok Sel Alkitabiah menurut Kisah Para Rasul 2:42
Authors: Purwonugroho Daniel Pesah
Published: July 2024

Abstract:  Cell groups designed in the church have a clear purpose which is to shape the life of the congregation. Cell groups need to imitate what the early church did as recorded in Acts 2:42 and make it a pillar in forming a cell group. Acts 2:42 tells the story of how the life of the early church was formed. The habits of the early church led to spiritual growth. Without basing the cell group on a biblical foundation, the cell group will not have a significant impact on the growth of the church. There are five things that can be observed from the habits of the early church in Acts 2:42. These five things can then be applied in the cell group pattern to bring the congregation to experience significant spiritual growth. Using a descriptive qualitative method, it can be concluded that the five pillars of biblical cell groups according to Acts 2:42 need to be applied to improve the spiritual life of the congregation. This is because Acts 2:42 is the right foundation for building cell groups in a local church today. Acts 2:42 tells about the habits of the early church in the days of the apostles where the early church persevered in teaching, fellowship, breaking bread and praying. The early church did these things and the early church experienced significant growth in both quality and quantity.
Abstrak: Kelompok sel yang di desain di dalam gereja memiliki tujuan yang jelas yaitu untuk membentuk kehidupan jemaat. Kelompok sel perlu meniru apa yang jemaat mula-mula lakukan yang tercatat dalam Kisah Para Rasul 2:42 dan menjadikannya pilar pilar dalam membentuk sebuah kelompok sel. Kisah Para Rasul 2:42 menceritakan tentang bagaimana kehidupan jemaat mula-mula terbentuk. Kebiasaan jemaat mula-mula membawa kepada sebuah pertumbuhan rohani. Tanpa mendasari kelompok sel dengan dasar Alkitabiah, maka kelompok sel yang dibangun tidak akan membawa dampak yang signifikan bagi pertumbuhan jemaat. Ada lima hal yang dapat diteliti dari kebiasaan jemaat mula-mula di dalam Kisah Para Rasul 2:42. Lima hal tersebut kemudian dapat diterapkan di dalam pola kelompok sel untuk membawa jemaat mengalami pertumbuhan rohani yang signifikan. Dengan menggunakan metode kualitatif deskriptif, dapat disimpulkan bahwa lima pilar kelompok sel Alkitabiah menurut Kisah Para Rasul 2:42 perlu diterapkan demi meningkatkan kehidupan rohani jemaat. Sebab dalam Kisah Para Rasul 2:42 adalah fondasi yang tepat untuk membangun kelompok sel dalam sebuah gereja lokal masa kini. Kisah Para Rasul 2:42 menceritakan tentang kebiasaan jemaat mula-mula di zaman para rasul yang mana jemaat mula-mula bertekun dalam pengajaran, bersekutu, memecahkan roti dan berdoa. Hal tersebut jemaat mula-mula lakukan dan jemaat mula-mula mengalami pertumbuhan signifikan dalam kualitas maupun kuantitas.
Diskursus Janda Manado
Authors: Stevanus Alexander
Published: July 2024

Abstract: The status of widow is always associated with a negative stigma, especially for young widows or flower widows. Widow status is a status obtained due to divorce due to death (divorce) and divorce due to family problems or conflicts. Widow status carries a burden both emotionally and socially, especially for widows in the Manado context who experience social status discrimination. Janda Manado was formed due to the local popular cultural context of Manado and the influence of foreign cultural fashion. Manado widows are no longer seen as women in social status, but as social bodies that are seen only as sexual bodies. The aim of this research is to provide a critical analysis of socio-theological and ecofeminism. The research method used is research with a qualitative approach. The results of this research found that the Bible provides a clear theological basis for the socio-theological and ecofeminist analysis of the Manado widow context. In the text Exodus 22: 22 it is stated: "you shall not oppress a widow or an orphan" which means that Hebrew law also has rules that protect orphans and even widows.
Abstrak: Status janda selalu terbangun dengan stigma yang negatif, terutama untuk janda muda atau janda kembang. Status janda adalah status yang diperoleh karena diceraikan karena kematian (cerai mati) dan cerai hidup karena persoalan atau konflik keluarga. Status janda membawa beban baik secara emosional maupun sosial terutama untuk janda dalam konteks Manado yang mengalami diskriminasi status sosial. Janda Manado yang terbentuk karena konteks budaya lokal popular Manado dan pengaruh mode budaya asing. Janda Manado tidak lagi dipandang sebagai perempuan dalam status sosial, tetapi tubuh sosial yang dipandang hanya sebagai tubuh seksual. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk memberikan analisis kritis sosio-teologis dan ekofeminisme. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah penelitian dengan pendekatan kualitatif. Hasil penelitian ini ditemukan bahwa Alkitab memberikan dasar teologis yang jelas mengenai analisis sosio-teologis dan ekofeminis konteks janda Manado. Dalam teks Keluaran 22: 22 dinyatakan: “seseorang janda atau anak yatim janganlah kamu tindas” yang artinya hukum Ibrani juga memiliki aturan yang melindungi anak yatim dan bahkan janda.
In Tribute to Dr. A. R. Ghassemlou
Authors: Swara Mouloud ,   TISHK-Zentrum für Studien über Kurdistan
Published: July 2024

This volume commemorates the 35th anniversary of Dr. A. R. Ghassemlou's assassination, a prominent Kurdish leader and Secretary-General of the Democratic Party of Iranian Kurdistan (PDKI). Ghassemlou, educated in Paris and Prague, transformed the PDKI into a mass movement following the 1979 Iranian revolution. He led Kurdish resistance against the Islamic Republic's military occupation until 1989. Despite pursuing negotiations for Kurdish autonomy, Dr. Ghassemlou was assassinated in Vienna in 1989 by Iranian diplomats. Known for his hopeful realism, Dr. Ghassemlou's legacy continues to influence Kurdish politics. This collection of essays by Kurdish and foreign dignitaries aims to introduce an international audience to Ghassemlou's political ideas and enduring impact on the Kurdish struggle for liberation and democracy.
A response to 'The Stellenbosch University Senate ought to remain neutral on the Israel-Palestine war in Gaza - A response to Mahomed and Hendricks'
Authors: Mahomed H , Hendricks L
Published: July 2024

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La Educación para la Sostenibilidad en las enseñanzas mínimas de Educación Primaria
Authors: Varela-Losada Mercedes , Lorenzo-Rial María-Asunción , Pérez Rodríguez Uxío , Vega-Marcote Pedro
Published: July 2024

La educación es una pieza clave para afrontar la actual crisis socioambiental. La LOMLOE presume de introducir el espíritu de la Agenda 2030 y promover de esta forma la Sostenibilidad. El objetivo de este artículo es estudiar el impulso que supone este marco para la Educación para la Sostenibilidad. Así, se realizó una comparativa entre las enseñanzas mínimas de la Educación Primaria de la LOMCE y la LOMLOE y un análisis descriptivo del contenido de la ley actual. Los resultados muestran el avance producido en todas las dimensiones propuestas y cómo la LOMLOE ofrece oportunidades para favorecer enfoques educativos acordes con la Educación para la Sostenibilidad. El análisis también muestra carencias relevantes y sugiere la necesidad de formación para el profesorado, la implicación de toda la comunidad educativa y el liderazgo desde la dirección de los centros para su aplicación efectiva.
John Cage o la composición no intencional: Una filología crítica
Authors: Mandolini Ricardo
Published: July 2024

Resumen. Analizando la personalidad de John Cage a través de una exégesis de sus aforismos, este artículo intenta demostrar que la intención del creador es constitutiva de la obra, puesto que es parte de su definición misma: sin una no existe la otra. Extirpar la intención del proceso composicional es una operación que debe considerarse como lógicamente imposible, en el sentido que afirmar lo contrario nos lleva inevitablemente a la contradicción. Y en ella incurre Cage, como lo muestra la exégesis, cuando preconiza la composición como una acción involuntaria, aunque, indiscutiblemente, esta convicción sea el motor heurístico de su propia creación.
Afirmo que no es en la existencia o en la inexistencia de la intención composicional que debemos focalizar nuestra atención cuando hacemos referencia al compositor californiano, sino en el hecho que él supo poner en evidencia como nadie la existencia de dos tipos de intención diferentes. Una que se traduce en una voluntad organizativa, estableciendo el orden, la relación y la jerarquía de los acontecimientos. La otra, que se limita a circunscribir un marco, un espacio en cuyo interior suceden acontecimientos involuntarios, indeterminados y finalmente equiprobables.
Boulez - Xenakis: Dos heurísticas musicales convergentes
Authors: Mandolini Ricardo
Published: July 2024

Resumen. Para componer una obra, el creador dispone de un cierto número de ideas dominantes, que funcionan como puntos fijos en torno a los cuales se desarrolla la pieza. El valor de estas ideas, que a veces toman la forma de teorías tomadas de las ciencias físicas o matemáticas, se justifica a posteriori, por la realización de las obras que surgen de ellas, y no a priori: la verdad experimental o lógica de lo que afirman se pone aquí entre paréntesis. Estos soportes son los principios heurísticos de la creación. El objetivo de este trabajo es analizar las heurísticas de la creación de Boulez y Xenakis.
Cuerdas del corazón. Un ciclo de canciones de George Andreani sobre poemas en ídish de Samuel Czesler
Authors: Glocer Silvia
Published: July 2024

Resumen. Realizar conciertos o grabaciones con música que fui encontrando en diversos archivos públicos, privados y familiares, es una de las metas que –como musicóloga- me he propuesto desde hace un tiempo. En este artículo focalizo en una de esas obras, el ciclo Cuerdas del corazón, de George Andreani (1901–1979), sobre poemas en ídish de Samuel Czelser (1904–1987), relato algunas generalidades sobre estos autores y analizo tres canciones que pertenecen a este ciclo. Para que el lector tenga una idea del alcance de este proyecto mayor que se encuentra en proceso, muestro también algunas obras de otros músicos judíos que nacieron en Argentina o llegaron en distintos momentos migratorios a este país. Este trabajo de búsqueda de material, catalogación, análisis y posterior puesta en valor (a través de grabaciones o conciertos) forma parte de un proyecto inscripto en el Área de Judeidad y Artes del Espectáculo (JADE, que forma parte del Instituto de Artes del Espectáculo “Raúl H. Castagino”, IAE) de la Facultad de Filosofía y Letras de la Universidad de Buenos Aires, (FFyL-UBA). Para interpretar esta música cuento con la colaboración de la soprano Yasmín Garfunkel, que forma parte del equipo de JADE-IAE y el pianista Federico Garber.
Apocalipsis o mística Anotaciones sobre música contemporánea
Authors: Aguirre Guillermo
Published: July 2024

Resumen. en un pasaje de su estudio sobre Bach anota Josep Soler que el dolor es, para Schubert, la medida que da testimonio de la profundidad anímica del individuo. Algo muy similar, y en relación con Beethoven, puede desprenderse de las breves líneas que componen el Testamento de Heiligenstadt. Por su parte, Peter Härtling describe a Hölderlin como un espacio vacío donde unas pocas frases resuenan cada vez con más fuerza. Esas frases, puede añadirse, son expresión del mundo sin significado en el mundo representado; expresión, también, de la irracionalidad constituyente del ser. El presente escrito se plantea como un recorrido por algunas composiciones musicales relativamente recientes, si bien a menudo en diálogo con la obra de Schumann y, puntualmente, con la de algunos otros creadores. Cuanto en común guardan las obras visitadas es la recurrente irrupción de un gesto de extrañeza derivado de la emergencia de lo irracional en el mundo diurno, y de aquello que se ha denominado un tinnitus del dolor. Si bien este padecimiento y condición inusual, denotado en forma de silencios, ruidos, sonoridades ‘desajustadas’, cabe vincularlo a un concreto temperamento, en último término es expresión, siguiendo a Schopenhauer y en los términos aquí propuestos, de la naturaleza y condición de la propia música.
Mi genia sonora: Marisa Manchado y su libro ¡Mis queridas genias! Compositoras que me acompañan e inspiran
Authors: Piñero Gil Carmen Cecilia
Published: July 2024

Sin duda, si escribiera yo un libro sobre aquellas mujeres que han marcado mi devenir profesional comprometido con los estudios sobre las mujeres y de género en música tendría que incluir con mayúsculas, y en lugar preeminente, a una verdadera genia: MARISA MANCHADO (Madrid, 1956). Creadora, investigadora, gestora, docente e intérprete, la Dra. Manchado se alza como uno de los grandes nombres de la música española contemporánea.
Dissociable memory modulation mechanisms facilitate fear amnesia at different timescales
Authors: Wang Ye , Ni Yinmei , Zhu Zijian , Hu Jingchu , Schiller Daniela , Li Jian
Published: July 2024

Memory reactivation renders consolidated memory fragile and preludes memory reconsolidation. However, whether memory retrieval facilitates update mechanisms other than memory reconsolidation remains unclear. We tested this hypothesis in three experiments with healthy human participants. First, we demonstrate that memory reactivation prevents the return of fear shortly after extinction training in contrast to the memory reconsolidation effect which takes several hours to emerge and such a short-term amnesia effect is cue independent (Study 1,
N
= 57 adults). Furthermore, memory reactivation also triggers fear memory reconsolidation and produces cue-specific amnesia at a longer and separable timescale (Study 2,
N
= 79 adults). Finally, using continuous theta-burst stimulation (Study 3,
N
= 75 adults), we directly manipulated brain activities in the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex and found that both memory retrieval and intact prefrontal cortex functions were necessary for the short-term fear amnesia. The temporal scale and cue-specificity results of the short-term fear amnesia are clearly dissociable from the amnesia related to memory reconsolidation, and suggest that memory retrieval and extinction training trigger distinct underlying memory update mechanisms. These findings raise the possibility of concerted memory modulation processes related to memory retrieval and shed light to clinical treatment of persistent maladaptive memory.
Establishing Silphids in the invertebrate DNA toolbox: a proof of concept
Authors: Higdon Katherine E. , Brzeski Kristin E. , Ottino Melanie A. , Bal Tara L.
Published: July 2024

Environmental DNA (eDNA) analyses are an increasingly popular tool for assessing biodiversity. eDNA sampling that uses invertebrates, or invertebrate DNA (iDNA), has become a more common method in mammal biodiversity studies where biodiversity is assessed via diet analysis of different coprophagous or hematophagous invertebrates. The carrion feeding family of beetles (Silphidae: Coleoptera, Latreille (1807)), have not yet been established as a viable iDNA source in primary scientific literature, yet could be useful indicators for tracking biodiversity in forested ecosystems. Silphids find carcasses of varying size for both food and reproduction, with some species having host preference for small mammals; therefore, iDNA Silphid studies could potentially target small mammal communities. To establish the first valid use of iDNA methods to detect Silphid diets, we conducted a study with the objective of testing the validity of iDNA methods applied to Silphids using both Sanger sequencing and high throughput Illumina sequencing. Beetles were collected using inexpensive pitfall traps in Alberta, Michigan in 2019 and 2022. We successfully sequenced diet DNA and environmental DNA from externally swabbed Silphid samples and diet DNA from gut dissections, confirming their potential as an iDNA tool in mammalian studies. Our results demonstrate the usefulness of Silphids for iDNA research where we detected species from the genera Anaxyrus, Blarina, Procyon, Condylura, Peromyscus, Canis, and Bos. Our results highlight the potential for Silphid iDNA to be used in future wildlife surveys.
Impact of the Elementary School Heads Leadership Behavior on the Teacher’s Morale in School Districts of Pilar
Authors: Arong Lovelyn
Published: July 2024

The study focused on elementary school heads' leadership behaviors and their impact on teacher morale in Pilar's school districts, aiming to provide valuable insights into educational leadership dynamics. It outlines the objectives of analyzing leadership behavior, assessing teacher morale, determining impacts, identifying challenges, describing measures, and proposing a leadership model to address these issues comprehensively. The mixed-methods study used surveys and document analysis to examine how leadership behavior influenced teacher morale. Quantitative methods measured the impact on commitment and assessed various attitudes and challenges. Qualitative methods analyzed leadership behaviors reflected in OPCRF and described measures to address challenges. Findings indicate proactive leadership practices, contributing to positive teacher morale, yet challenges such as workload and communication gaps persist, indicating areas for improvement. Measures to address these challenges include embracing technology, fostering collaboration, and enhancing communication channels to create a supportive and conducive work environment. The proposed Adaptive Transformational School Leadership Behavior and Change Model integrates adaptive and transformational leadership theories, offering a holistic framework to address challenges and drive positive change within educational contexts. In conclusion, the study underscores the crucial role of school leadership in shaping teacher morale and organizational dynamics, highlighting the importance of supportive environments, effective communication, and targeted interventions to enhance educational outcomes and foster a conducive learning environment within Pilar's elementary schools.
Liderança ambidestra no serviço público
Authors: Soares Heloisa Porto , Rodrigues Ana Paula Grillo , Cunha Cristiano José Castro de Almeida , Silva Solange Maria da
Published: July 2024

O gestor público deve cumprir normalmente as leis, normas e regulamentos institucionais, bem como as especificações de recursos humanos, agindo em conformidade com os princípios da administração pública. No entanto, diante da busca por sustentabilidade e da alta velocidade de mudança e evolução contemporânea, também deve ser capaz de inovar, tal como acontece no setor privado. O uso da liderança ambidestra, caracterizada pela alternância entre exploração – que envolve a busca por novas estratégias e a experimentação de caminhos desconhecidos - e explotação – que se concentra na especialização e aprimoramento do que já existe - pode impactar positivamente o desempenho organizacional e o comportamento dos liderados. O processo de inovação é intrinsecamente complexo, e o setor público é demandado a satisfazer as necessidades não apenas da sociedade em geral, mas também de diversos grupos de interesse, sob pressão institucional constante, que exige dos líderes um desempenho superior por meio de estratégias adequadas. Diante das peculiaridades do cenário das organizações públicas, o conhecimento sobre liderança ambidestra ainda é limitado. O objetivo deste artigo é apresentar, por meio de uma revisão integrativa nas bases de dados Scopus e Web of Science (WOS), como a literatura tem abordado o tema da liderança ambidestra no setor público.
Uso de podcasts no Programa Nacional de Integração da Educação Profissional e Tecnológica à Educação de Jovens e Adultos (PROEJA
Authors: Costa Júlio César
Published: July 2024

A evasão é um problema que está presente no Programa Nacional de Integração da Educação Profissional e Tecnológica à Educação de Jovens e Adultos (PROEJA) e as práticas educativas representam fatores que corroboram com esse fenômeno, conforme demonstra a produção de dissertações de mestrado sobre esse tema presentes na Biblioteca Digital Brasileira de Teses e Dissertações do Instituto Brasileiro de Informação em Ciência e Tecnologia (BDTD).  evidenciado por COSTA (2021). O Podcast se apresenta como uma alternativa prática em prol da permanência e sucesso escolar, motivadora, viável, livre de burocracias, com baixo custo financeiro de implantação que requer poucos recursos tecnológicos. Dessa forma realizou-se uma pesquisa com educadores do PROEJA para averiguar a opinião destes sobre o uso de podcasts no ensino de Jovens e Adultos e que impacto isso causaria, os dados demonstram que essa traria resultados positivos, mas poderia esbarrar em alguns problemas como episódios longos e entediosos ou até mesmo falta de interesse e estímulo.  Acredita-se que para lidar com esse problema, é essencial reformular a abordagem metodológica. Assim, adotar práticas que incluam o uso de ferramentas e recursos educacionais digitais pode ser benéfico para promover a participação ativa dos alunos e melhorar sua permanência na escola.
Clinical Profile and Management of Patients with Superior Mesenteric Vein Thrombosis- A Descriptive Study from Southern India
Authors: Samuel Kevin Alfred , Rai Rakesh A , Kollampare Shankar Gururaj , Amaan Hisham
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Abdominal pain is the most common presenting complaint in any Emergency Department. Superior Mesenteric Vein Thrombosis (SMVT) is a very rare condition, a surgical emergency seen in the elderly population with a high mortality rate. Aim: To assess the clinical profile, risk factors, radiological findings, management and outcome of patients presenting with SMVT. Materials and Methods: A retrospective descriptive study was conducted in the Department of General Surgery, Father Muller Medical College, Mangaluru, Karnataka, India, from January 2018 to December 2022. Hospital data and case files were analysed and parameters such as age group, sex distribution, presenting features, management and outcomes were recorded. Statistical analysis of the data was done using Excel 2021 (Microsoft 365), and the data was described in numbers and percentages. Results: A total of 10 patients were included, with a predominance of male patients, of which 6 (60%) were males and 4 (40%) were females. Eight patients had associated co-morbidities. Among the 10 patients, 4 (40%) were diagnosed with malignancies (three pancreatic, one liver secondary), 2 (20%) patients were on oral contraceptive pills. Two (20%) patients developed SMVT after intra-abdominal surgery following trauma, two had a history of Distal Venous Thrombosis (DVT) and pre-existing portal hypertension were identified as causative factors. The majority, 6 (60%) of patients, presented within 48 hours of the onset of pain and vomiting. Computed Tomography (CT) angiography was the diagnostic test used in all patients (100%). Anticoagulation was initiated in all patients, and three patients underwent surgery for complications associated with the condition. Out of the 10 patients, 3 (30%) died during treatment, while 7 out of 10 (70%) had a good recovery. Within one year of follow-up, four patients out of the seven deceased. Conclusion: Acute mesenteric venous thrombosis is observed in the elderly population with multiple co-morbidities. Early presentation to the hospital with appropriate clinical and radiological investigations helps in reducing mortality.
Assessment of Chinese Nursing Students Perception in Cardiopulmonary Preparedness: An Observation Descriptive Study
Authors: (Em Ma) Ma Ping , Baylon III Vicente T. , Yukang Wang , Hansong Zhang
Published: July 2024

The aim of the study was to assesses the preparedness of Chinese Nursing students in cardiopulmonary resuscitation from selected sections of Weifang University of Science and Technology.  This assessment entails the identification of the preparedness of Weifang University of Science and Technology nursing students to perform Basic life Support in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation when needed in the university, community, and hospital setting.
Aim: The primary aim of this research was to assess the perception of Chinese nursing students on basic life support. The specific objective of this study was to evaluate the level of Chinese Nursing students when it comes to Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation preparedness in order to determine their capability during emergency situations. This study was focused on 309 Chinese Nursing students from various levels of education at Weifang University of Science and Technology, a provincial public undergraduate and tertiary vocational college in Weifang, Shandong, China.
Scope and Limitation of the Study: This study focused on the preparedness of Chinese nursing students to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. The study was conducted at Weifang University of Science and Technology focusing on 309 Chinese Nursing students from different levels of education such as Associate Degree, Bachelor's, Master's Degree, and PhD degrees.
Research Design: The researchers used descriptive nonparametric and Qualtrics online survey tools to assess the perception of the respondents on critical steps on basic life support critical steps and whether it is important or not important. Online perceived “Performance   Evaluation   Tool” was used to assess respondents’ perceived performance on Critical Steps of Basic Life Support in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.
Results: Mainstream of the Chinese nursing students perceived can perform the critical steps of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation with a mean score of 97.31 percent while the ones who cannot perform is 2.69 percent.
Conclusion: Chinese nursing students' preparedness is essential in emergent Basic Life Support - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. The mean score for parameters on critical step perceived can perform with a score of 97.31 percent. This high percentage of perceived performance can help the chance of survival and this perception can strengthen the Chinese students to do their task in emergency situations.
Distribution of an Isopod Parasite Mothocya renardi in the Host Strongylura leiura from Arabian Sea Gujarat Coast, India
Authors: Borichangar Ritesh V. , Patel Mihir R. , Parmar Jeet N. , Patel Jay B. , Bharda Sheetal K. , Kotadiya Dhruti P.
Published: July 2024

Crustacean isopod parasites, particularly in the marine environment, are prevalent around warmer seas and can significantly impact local fish populations. Mothocya renardi, a notable species of isopod parasites, commonly infests fishes in shallow, turbid coastal waters. This study aimed to investigate the occurrence, taxonomy, and morphology of M. renardi infesting Strongylura leiura in the Arabian Sea around the northwest coast of India. Samples were collected from Dholai fishing harbor (Navsari District of Gujarat), during the post-monsoon months. Three specimens of S. leiura were found infected with pairs of male and female M. renardi in the brachial chambers, with all female parasites being brooded ovigerous. Detailed morphological analysis confirmed the presence of M. renardi, extending its known geographical range to the Arabian Sea.
Object Detection Algorithms Based on Deep Learning: A Review
Authors: Meng Jintao , Shen Shaokai , Wang Jiaqi , Zhou Chunjian
Published: July 2024

With the continuous development of deep learning, object detection algorithms based on deep learning have made significant progress in the field of computer vision, widely applied in areas such as autonomous driving, industrial inspection, agriculture, transportation, and medicine. Traditional object detection algorithms face issues such as low detection efficiency and poor robustness. However, deep learning-based object detection algorithms significantly enhance detection accuracy and generalization by learning low-level and high-level image features. This article first introduces traditional object detection algorithms and their existing problems, then elaborates on the main processes, innovations, advantages, disadvantages, and experimental results on datasets of deep learning-based object detection algorithms. It focuses on the development of Two-Stage and One-Stage object detection algorithms, and provides an outlook on the future development of object detection algorithms, discussing challenges such as the coordination of detection speed and accuracy, difficulties in detecting small objects, real-time detection tasks, and multi-modal fusion applications, and proposes possible future directions.
Physical, Chemical and Microbiological Changes in Mango Varieties When Cryopreserved Using Solar Energy
Authors: Hyacinthe Kante/Traore , Adama Lodoun , Charles Compaore Roger Mathurin , Joseph Batiebo Dieudonne , Zenabou Semde , Oumar Sanogo , Hagrétou Sawadogo-Lingani
Published: July 2024

Fruits and vegetables are highly perishable living tissues that maintain their metabolic activity even after harvest. This study aimed to monitor the changes of physicochemical and microbiological parameters of two varieties of mango (Valencia and Camerounaise) during conservation in a photovoltaic cold room. The mangoes were stored at 10-12°C with a relative humidity of 80-90% for 3 weeks (Valencia) and 7 weeks (Camerounaise). Mango samples were taken every week for analyses. The physicochemical and microbiological parameters of mangoes were determined using standard methods. Results showed an increase in the reduced sugar content of mangoes (3.12±0.01-4.79±0.02 % for the Valencia variety and 3.01±0.08-6.22±0.02 % for the Camerounaise variety). The water content of the mango remained practically constant (85.42 % to 85.40 %) for the Valencia variety. However, an increase was observed for the Camerounaise variety (86.26±0.00-87.29±0.03 %). The titratable acidity of mangoes decreased (1.07±0.03-0.67±0.01 %) and their Brix level increased (9.8±0.01-16.20±0.01 % for the Valencia variety and 8.00±0.00-13.50±0.14 % for the Camerounaise variety). The maximum relative mass loss observed was 8.25 % for the Camerounaise variety. Regarding the microbiological analyses, the results showed a reduction in total flora and yeast and mold loads during storage. Storage in a solar cold room of fresh mangoes picked at physiological maturity and pretreated in accordance with good hygiene practices, delays the ripening process, inhibits the proliferation of surface microorganisms, preserves the physicochemical characteristics and extends the shelf life of the mangoes. Preserved mangoes are of good quality.
Impact of Split Nitrogen and Potassium Applications on Nutrient Content and Uptake in Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)
Authors: Akhter Sabia , Nabi Ambreen , Lone Bilal Ahmad , Ramzan Shazia , Yousuf Vaseem , Shakeel Bhinish , Zargar K. A. , Farooq Iram , Gulzar Himayat
Published: July 2024

An experiment was conducted during the winter (rabi) seasons of 2020-21 and 2021-22 at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Budgam- Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Kashmir, to evaluate the Nutrient Content (Nitrogen and Potassium) and their uptake by Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) as influenced by split application of Potassium and Nitrogen. The experiment was set up in a split-plot design replicated thrice with Potassium splits as main plot factor and nitrogen splits as sub plot factor which resulted in 15 treatment combinations, viz. of potassium @ 30 kg/ha [K1: 100% as basal dose-(RFP); K2: 50% as basal dose + 50% at active tillering; K3: 25 % as basal dose + 75% at active tillering] and 5 treatments of nitrogen @ 120 kg/ha in split ratios of [N1 : 50% as basal + 25% at jointing + 25% at booting stage (RFP); N2:25% as basal dose + 75% at active tillering; N3 : 25% as basal dose +50% at active tillering + 25% at booting; N4 : 50% as basal + 50% at active tillering; N5 : 0% as basal + 75% at active tillering + 25% at booting]. The results of pooled data (2 yrs.) revealed that nutrient content and uptake (nitrogen and potassium) of wheat crop at various phenological stages were significantly more with the application of Potassium in two equal splits in the ratio of 50:50 as compared to the treatment where potassium was applied in one split as 100% basal dose. With the application of potassium in two equal splits (50:50), increase in Nitrogen, Potassium content(%) their uptake and dry matter accumulation by wheat crop was significantly higher as compared to recommended fertilizer application (K1). Application of nitrogen in three splits with reduced basal dose in the ratio of 25:50:25 resulted in an increase of Nitrogen, Potassium content (%), their uptake and dry matter accumulation at all phenological stages by wheat crop and at physiological maturity there was an increase by 2.40%, 7.4%, 10.17 %, 8.83% in Nitrogen, Potassium content (%), their uptake and dry matter accumulation respectively, as compared to recommended practice.
Classical and Molecular Methods of Identification as well as Estimating Nematodes: A Comparative Review
Authors: Puzari Krishti Rekha , Vijayreddy Dumpapenchala , Nandeesha S V , Kumar Ampolu Santosh
Published: July 2024

Changing climatic scenarios accompanied with harsh ecological conditions are forcing various groups of organisms to evolve and adapt in different dimensions. Predominantly in the field of agriculture and crop science, several categories of new pests along with diseases are emerging voraciously causing havoc and causing panic-stricken situations for the farmers. Among the pests, nematode is one of the unnoticed categories contributing significantly to economic loss to the farmers. Due to monotonous crop protection practices in some of the areas as well as drastic changes in the environmental factors, new species of nematode are evolving and attacking economically important crop species. For that, we have to understand the pattern of feeding, oviposition site, life cycle, host searching behaviour, parasitic stages and susceptible host stage for attacking in order to form proper management practices. For understanding its mechanisms and behaviour, our prime concern will be its identification and taxonomic classification by various conventional as well as molecular approaches. Molecular approaches are turning out to be a useful and vigorous tool for the identification of the phylum Nematoda replacing conventional ones.
Modification of Growth Media for Scenedesmus and Nitchzer Species for Fatty Acid Methyl Esters Production in Raceway Pond
Authors: H Muhammad, , Maishanu H.M.
Published: July 2024

The aim of this study was to modify the growth media for Scenedesmus and Nitchzia species for fatty acid methyl esters production in raceway pond. Native Scenedesmus and Nitchzia species were cultivated in raceway pond in three different growth media (Nitrogen-sufficient, Nitrogen-deficient and Blue Green 11) media at different periods to assess their quantitative parameters (biomass concentration (g/L), biomass productivity (g/L/d), lipid content (%), and lipid productivity (mg/L/d) as well as their fatty acid methyl esters composition. The quantitative parameters were determined following standard methods and the fatty acid methyl esters composition was analysed by Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS). The results of the quantitative parameters obtained from Scenedesmus species were highest in the Blue Green 11 (control) media as compared to the experimental media. Statistically, there is significant difference (p<0.05) in the lipid content obtained from Scenedesmus species between the Blue Green 11 media and the experimental media. The biomass concentration and lipid content obtained from Nitchzia species were also found to be highest in Blue Green 11 media as compared to the other two media. However, the lipid content obtained from Nitchzia species in the three different media showed insignificant difference (p>0.05). Scenedesmus and Nitchzia species did not respond to nitrogen deficiency condition. The Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry analysis of the fatty acid methyl esters composition revealed the presence of similar compounds in different proportion. The dominant compound of the fatty acid methyl esters of the two species in the three different media are Hexadecanoic acid methyl ester ((palmitic acid)), 9-octadecenoic acid (Z) methyl ester ((oleic acid) and 9, 12-octadecadienoic acid methyl ester (linolenic acid) among others. The Carbon16-Carbon18 (C16-C18) chain in Scenedesmus and Nitchzia species ranges from 74.14-61.84% and 63.81-61.98% respectively. These could suggest that both species have a great potential for the production of fatty acid methyl esters in large scale cultivation.