bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Standard work tools for dynamic stereoelectroencephalography using ROSA: naming convention and perioperative planning
Authors: Bakr Salma M. , Patel Ajay , Zaazoue Mohamed A. , Wagner Kathryn , Lam Sandi K. , Curry Daniel J. , Raskin Jeffrey S.
Published: January 2021

OBJECTIVE

The grid-based orthogonal placement of depth electrodes (DEs), initially defined by Jean Talairach and Jean Bancaud, is known as stereo-electroencephalography (sEEG). Although acceptance in the United States was initially slow, advances in imaging and technology have spawned a proliferation of North American epilepsy centers offering sEEG. Despite publications highlighting minimal access techniques and varied indications, standard work for phase I targeted DE has not been defined. In this article, the authors propose the term “dynamic sEEG” and define standard work tools and related common data elements to promote uniformity in the field.

METHODS

A multidisciplinary approach from July to August 2016 resulted in the production of 4 standard work tools for dynamic sEEG using ROSA: 1) a 34-page illustrated manual depicting a detailed workflow; 2) a planning form to collocate all the phase I data; 3) a naming convention for DEs that encodes the data defining it; and 4) a reusable portable perioperative planning and documentation board. A retrospective review of sEEG case efficiency was performed comparing those using standard work tools (between July 2016 and April 2017) with historical controls (between March 2015 and June 2016). The standard work tools were then instituted at another epilepsy surgery center, and the results were recorded.

RESULTS

The process for dynamic sEEG was formally reviewed, including anesthesia, positioning, perioperative nursing guidelines, surgical steps, and postoperative care for the workflow using cranial fixation and ROSA-guided placement. There was a 40% improvement in time per electrode, from 44.7 ± 9.0 minutes to 26.9 ± 6.5 minutes (p = 0.0007) following the development and use of the manual, the naming convention, and the reusable portable perioperative planning and documentation board. This standardized protocol was implemented at another institution and yielded a time per electrode of 22.3 ± 4.4 minutes.

CONCLUSIONS

The authors propose the term dynamic sEEG for stereotactic depth electrodes placed according to phase I workup data with the intention of converting to ablation. This workflow efficiency can be optimized using the standard work tools presented. The authors also propose a novel naming convention that encodes critical data and allows portability among providers. Use of a planning form for common data elements optimizes research, and global adoption could facilitate multicenter studies correlating phase I modality and seizure onset zone identification.
Outcomes of decompression without fusion in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis and substantial back pain
Authors: Bech-Azeddine Rachid , Fruensgaard Søren , Andersen Mikkel , Carreon Leah Y.
Published: January 2021

OBJECTIVE

The predominant symptom of lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) is neurogenic claudication or radicular pain. Some surgeons believe that the presence of substantial back pain is an indication for fusion, and that decompression alone may lead to worsening of back pain from destabilization associated with facet resection. The purpose of this study was to determine if patients with LSS and clinically significant back pain could obtain substantial improvements in back pain after a decompression alone without fusion.

METHODS

The DaneSpine database was used to identify 2737 patients with LSS without segmental instability and a baseline back pain visual analog scale (VAS) score ≥ 50 who underwent a decompression procedure alone without fusion. Standard demographic and surgical variables and patient outcomes, including back and leg pain VAS score (0–100), Oswestry Disability Index (ODI), and EQ-5D at baseline and at 12 months postoperatively, were collected.

RESULTS

A total of 1891 patients (69%) had 12-month follow-up data available for analysis; the mean age was 66.4 years, 860 (46%) were male, the mean BMI was 27.8 kg/m2, and 508 (27%) were current smokers. At 12 months postoperatively, there were statistically significant improvements (p < 0.001) from baseline for back pain (72.1 to 42.1), leg pain (71.2 to 41.3), EQ-5D (0.35 to 0.61), and ODI (44.1 to 27.8).

CONCLUSIONS

Patients with LSS, clinically substantial back pain, and no structural instability obtain improvement in back pain after decompression-only surgery and do not need a concomitant fusion.
University Mission in Western-European Culture (Ethical and Sociological Aspects) P. ІІ
Authors: Kurbatov Sergiy Volodymirovych , Rohozha Mariya Mikhaylivna
Published: January 2021

The paper by Sergiy Kurbatov and Mariya Rohozha “The Mission of University in the Western European Culture”(Part II) is devoted to the analyses of transformation of the university as social institution and cultural phenomenon in our time, which we started at the first part of this paper, that was published in “Philosophy of Education”, 2017, № 2 (21)). If the previous paper of these authors included a long chronological period from the origin of the university in late Medieval time up to the 20th century, the current paper is concentrated on analyses of radical challenges, that university faced at the end of the 20th century and at the beginning of the 21st century. For example, such popular in contemporary English language literature concept as the end (or the death) of university is observed. The authors tried to analyze sociological attempts to measure the main university activities in the form of international university rankings and the possibilities to develop in Ukraine the ideal models of university, which any system of university rankings have. The special stress was made on the influence of COVID 19 pandemic on transformative processes and institutional development of universities in the nearest future. The main challenges of the 21st century are crucial for the university, because this institution lost monopoly of producing and distribution of advanced knowledge for the first time in history. From the tactic viewpoint, university is less competitive than the different training programs and online courses, it is too conservative and bureaucratic one. But the authors think that in strategic perspective university has a chance for renovation, proving the old maxima that the values and spiritual dimensions of being and the relevant environment are crucial for human being. Almost the millennium of university history proves its ability to pass through the dramatic historical transformation and to continue to maintain its essence.
Tuberculosis Burden in the Tea Gardens of Assam: A Discussion on the Risk Factors and Social Determinants
Authors: Sonowal C.J.
Published: January 2021

ABSTRACT Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the deadliest diseases identified as the ‘disease of the poor’. India has the highest yearly incidence of TB in the world. Besides bio-medical determinants and risk factors, social determinants increase the risk factors of exposure to TB germs and after-exposure effects on a population. Growing experiences in TB control advocate more focus on intervention in social determinants as a complementary measure to the curative TB control regimen, as the curative TB control programme alone has been unable to control TB effectively. There is a high TB burden in the tea gardens of Assam despite the presence of a TB monitoring mechanism in place. This paper explores the extent of risk factors and social determinants prevalent among the tea garden worker population, which might help policy planning for controlling TB in Assam’s tea gardens.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTS DURING COVID-19 IN THE ROMANIAN ECONOMY
Authors: Dincă Gheorghița
Published: January 2021

"The purpose of the current paper is to present an overview of key policy measures undertaken by the Romanian authorities in order to first, prevent the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, and second, to counteract the adjacent economic slowdown registered so far in 2020. A qualitative analysis was carried out using publicly available data from the National Institute of Statistics. Main findings suggest that the policy measures managed to stabilize unemployment in the short run but also significantly affect the manufacturing and services sectors of the Romanian economy."
THE NEW TECHNOLOGIES AND SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES IN HOSPITALITY
Authors: Foris Diana , Crihălmean Natalia , Pănoiu Teodora Maria
Published: January 2021

The purpose of this paper is to provide a perspective on the possibility of implementing new technologies and sustainable practices in hotels, conducting a case study on the four-star Alpin Hotel, located in the resort Poiana Brasov in Romania. The study includes a specific way of analysis; in this sense a set of assessment criteria was developed based on the following topics: environmentally friendly practices, staff attitude, technology, smart room, product design, robots and AI. The results are useful for hotel owners and managers
Patients’ Perceptions Regarding the Availability of Primary Care Services in Romania - A Pilot Survey Among Users of Primary Care Services in Braşov County
Authors: Neculau Andreea Elena , Rogozea Liliana , Popa Daniela , Atudorei Ioana , Moga Marius Alexandru , Leașu Florin , Lăcătuș Anca Maria
Published: January 2021

In Romania, users’ perceptions about availability of services in primary care have not been explored since 2009, when a national report was produced, and little is therefore known about the subject. The study aims to identify perceptions of primary healthcare service users regarding the availability of services in primary care. This research is a pen-and-paper self-administered survey applied to an opportunity sample of people, addressing family doctor’s practices, from 17 selected settlements of Brasov county. Overall, the analysis of population’s perceptions on the primary care system in Brasov County shows a high degree of satisfaction among the patients despite a narrow spectrum of services offered by family doctors.
Fluorescent nanoplastic particles: synthesis and influence on diatoms
Authors: Palshin V.A. ,   Limnological Institute, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ulan-Batorskaya Str., 3, Irkutsk, 664033, Russia, Danilovtseva E.N. ,   Limnological Institute, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ulan-Batorskaya Str., 3, Irkutsk, 664033, Russia, Strelova M.S. ,   Limnological Institute, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ulan-Batorskaya Str., 3, Irkutsk, 664033, Russia, Zelinskiy S.N. ,   Limnological Institute, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ulan-Batorskaya Str., 3, Irkutsk, 664033, Russia, Annenkov V.V. ,   Limnological Institute, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ulan-Batorskaya Str., 3, Irkutsk, 664033, Russia
Published: January 2021

A method for obtaining fluorescent labeled polyvinyl chloride nanoparticles of 60-110 nm by deposition of plastic and dye solution into water has been developed. These nanoparticles are suitable for testing effect of nanoplastic on living organisms. We have cultivated diatom algae Ulnaria ferefusiformis in the presence of polyvinyl chloride nanoparticles and revealed that the suppression of the vital activity in diatoms is not due to the penetration of nanoparticles into the cell but arises from their association with the outer surface of the cells near the labiate process (rimoportula).
Clinical and Paraclinical Measures Associated with Outcome in Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy with Related Inflammation
Authors: Plotzker Alan S. , Henson Rachel L. , Fagan Anne M. , Morris John C. , Day Gregory S.
Published: January 2021

Background: Cerebral amyloid angiopathy with related inflammation (CAA-ri) is a rare age-associated disorder characterized by an inflammatory response to amyloid in cerebral blood vessels. CAA-ri is often treated with corticosteroids, but response to treatment is variable. Objective: To assess the relationship between clinical and paraclinical measures and outcomes in patients with CAA-ri treated with high doses of methylprednisolone. Methods: Longitudinal clinical course, and results from serum and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) testing, electroencephalography, and neuroimaging were reviewed from 11 prospectively-accrued CAA-ri patients diagnosed, treated, and followed at Barnes Jewish Hospital (St. Louis, MO, USA). Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) changes were quantified using a scoring system validated in cases of amyloid related imaging abnormality (ARIA-E). Clinical outcomes were assessed as change in modified Rankin Scale (ΔmRS) from baseline to final assessment (median 175 days from treatment with high doses of methylprednisolone; range, 31–513). Results: Worse outcomes following methylprednisolone treatment were associated with requirement for intensive care unit admission (median ΔmRS, 5 versus 1.5; p = 0.048), CSF pleocytosis (median ΔmRS 4.5 versus 1; p = 0.04), or lower CSF Aβ40 at presentation (rho = –0.83; p = 0.02), and diffusion restriction (median ΔmRS 4 versus 1.5; p = 0.03) or higher late ARIA-E scores (rho = 0.70; p = 0.02) on MRI, but not preexisting cognitive decline (median ΔmRS 2 versus 2; p = 0.66). Conclusion: Clinical and paraclinical measures associated with outcomes may inform clinical counseling and treatment decisions in patients with CAA-ri. Baseline cognitive status was not associated with treatment responsiveness.
The Latin America and the Caribbean Consortium on Dementia (LAC-CD): From Networking to Research to Implementation Science
Authors: Ibanez Agustin ,   for The Latin America and the Caribbean Consortium on Dementia (LAC-CD), Parra Mario A. , Butler Christopher
Published: January 2021

In comparison with other regions, dementia prevalence in Latin America is growing rapidly, along with the consequent clinical, social, and economic burden upon patients and their families. The combination of fragile health care systems, large social inequalities, and isolated clinical and research initiatives makes the coordination of efforts imperative. The Latin America and the Caribbean Consortium on Dementia (LAC-CD) is a regional organization overseeing and promoting clinical and research activities on dementia. Here, we first provide an overview of the consortium, highlighting the antecedents and current mission. Then, we present the consortium’s regional research, including the multi-partner consortium to expand dementia research in Latin America (ReDLat), which aims to identify the unique genetic, social, and economic factors that drive Alzheimer’s and frontotemporal dementia presentation in LAC relative to the US. We describe an extension of ReDLat which aims to develop affordable markers of disease subtype and severity using high density EEG. We introduce current initiatives promoting regional diagnosis, visibility, and capacity, including the forthcoming launch of the Latin American Brain Health Institute (BrainLat). We discuss LAC-CD-led advances in brain health diplomacy, including an assessment of responses to the impact of COVID-19 on people with dementia and examining the knowledge of public policies among experts in the region. Finally, we present the current knowledge-to-action framework, which paves the way for a future regional action plan. Coordinated actions are crucial to forging strong regional bonds, supporting the implementation of regional dementia plans, improving health systems, and expanding research collaborations across Latin America.
Progression of Motor and Non-Motor Symptoms in Multiple System Atrophy: A Prospective Study from the Catalan-MSA Registry
Authors: Pérez-Soriano Alexandra ,   Catalán MSA Registry (CMSAR) Pagonabarraga Javier b Valldeoriola Francesc a Hernández-Vara Jorge c Classen Serge Jauma d Puente Victor e Pont Claustre f Caballol Núria g Tolosa Eduardo a Bayes Angels h Campdelacreu Jaume d de Fábregues Oriol c Ávila Asunción g Calopa Matilde d Gaig Carles l Pastor Pau i Pujol Montserrat j Garrido Alicia a Painous Celia a Planellás Lluís a Cámara Ana a, Giraldo Darly M. , Ríos Jose , Muñoz Esteban , Compta Yaroslau , Martí María José
Published: January 2021

Background/Objective: Multiple system atrophy (MSA) is a highly debilitating, rare neurodegenerative disorder with two clinical motor variants (parkinsonian or MSA-P and cerebellar or MSA-C). There is a wide span of motor and non-motor symptoms (NMS) that progress over time. We studied the cohort from the Catalan Multiple System Atrophy Registry (CMSAR) to determine which symptoms are most likely to progress throughout a 2-year follow-up. Methods: We analyzed baseline, 12-month, and 24-month follow-up evaluations from the 80 cases recruited by the CMSAR. Evaluations included the UMSARS assessment, cognitive and neuropsychiatric evaluations, and a non-motor scale (NMSS-PD). Statistical analysis was done using a Generalized Estimated Equations (GEE) model. Results: Both UMSARS I and II sub-scores significantly increased at 12- and 24-month follow-ups (p < 0.001), with a median total score increase of 11 and 12.5 points, respectively. Items on UMSARS I that significantly worsened were mostly motor affecting daily activities. NMS, including urinary and sexual dysfunction, as well as sleep difficulties showed a significant progression on the NMSS-PD; however, other NMS such as postural hypotension, gastrointestinal, and mood dysfunction, although prevalent, did not show a clear progression on clinical scales. Conclusion: Within 24 months and as early as 12 months, MSA cases may experience significant motor worsening, affecting basic daily activities. NMS are prevalent; however, not all clinical scales register a clear progression of symptoms, perhaps suggesting that they are not sensitive enough for non-motor evaluation.
Faktor-faktor yang Mempengaruhi struktur Modal
Authors: Nurhalimah Kiki , Chomsatu Yuli
Published: January 2021

Abstract: : Capital structure is a complex financial decision because it is related to other financial decision variables. This research aims to find out the factors that influence the capital structure. The population in this research is pharmaceutical companies that are listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) in 2015-2019. The sample was chosen from the purposive sampling method and obtained a sample of 8 pharmaceutical companies. The data source is secondary data from the website (www.idx.co.id). This research uses multiple linear regression analysis with the help of SPSS version 21. The results of this study indicate that liquidity, business risk, company growth influence the company's capital structure. While profitability, company size, sales growth and asset structure have no effect on capital structure. The results of this research are expected to be a material consideration for company management in deciding policies on capital structure and providing information on users of financial statements for consideration of investment decisions.
The Effect Of Role Ambiguity, Role Conflict, External Locus Of Control, And Neuroticism On Job Stress
Authors: WIBOWO PUSPA SAKTI HARUM , PURNOMO RATNO
Published: January 2021

The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of role ambiguity, role conflict, external locus of control, and neuroticism on job stress. The research methodology used for this study is a quantitative approach. The population in this study were 165 people with 120 people who became respondents. The analysis technique used is multiple regression analysis. The sampling technique in this study was a random sampling technique. The software used to analyze the data is SPSS 18. The results showed that role ambiguity, role conflict, external locus of control, and neuroticism had an effect on job stress. The implications in this study indicate that job stress is influenced by stressors from organizations and individuals, so that every organization and individual is expected to be able to control work stress.
Cost Leadership Strategy, Firm Structure And Performance Of Star Rated Hotels
Authors: NYOKABI JANE
Published: January 2021

The purpose of this study was to assess the influence of cost leadership strategy and firm structure coalignment on firm performance of star rated hotels in Kenya. The research philosophy adopted was positivism and the research design was descriptive and correlative. The population consisted of senior managers from star rated hotels listed by the Tourism Regulatory Authority of Kenya as at 2018. Sampling techniques used in the study were proportionate stratified sampling and simple random sampling. 267 hotel managers were sampled. 253 managers responded out of which 103 respondents were found to represent cost leadership hotels. Hypothesis was tested using structural equation modeling. The study concluded that cost leadership strategy and firm structure coalignment has significant and positive influence on performance of star rated hotels in Kenya. The study recommends hotel managers to ensure a match between the pursuit of cost leadership strategy and the choice of firm structure.
Effect of Organizational Justice on Stress With Work-Family Conflict as a Mediating Variable
Authors: SWANDARUJATI MAXIMILIAN , NURFITRI TITI , ANGGRAENI ADE IRMA
Published: January 2021

The purpose of this study is to analyze the influence of organizational justice on r stres   with work-family conflict as  mediating variable. There were 80 member chosen as respondent of the research by using purposive sampling method. This research using quantitative approach.  Analysis tool used in this research is Multiple Regression with SPSS software. Based on the result of the analysis, it can be concluded that organizational justice has negative effect on stres with work-family conflict as a mediating variable.
Predictors of Work Life Balance in Selected Non-Government Organization in Ethopia
Authors: MENGISTU ABEBA BEYENE
Published: January 2021

This paper aims to investigate factors that predict the work-life balance of employees in selected NGO’s in Ethiopia using quantitative research approach and explanatory research design. Data was collected from a total of 163 managerial and professional employees using a structured questionnaire, and responses were analyzed using SPSS version 20. Results of the descriptive analysis revealed low levels of perceived Work Overload, Family/Life Overload, and Work-Family Balance and moderate level of perceived Work-Life Balance Policies, and high level of perceived Workplace Support. The regression analysis showed that among the identified five predictors of Work-Life Balance, Work Overload, Family/Life Role Overload, Social Support, and Work-Life Balance Policies predicted the dependent variable on Work-Life Balance. Out of the four significant predictors, Work-Life Balance Policies predicted the Work-Life Balance most. To improve the work-life balance of the employees in these selected NGOs, the management should maintaining the currently existing work-life balance policies while introducing need-based family-friendly workplace policies such as flexible working arrangement, leave arrangements, and child care benefits.
Improving Time Use and Self-Efficacy Increases Task Performance: Validation of A Novel Process
Authors: GARCIA HARRISON
Published: January 2021

College students are expected to develop time management skills to minimize procrastination and best perform in the tasks they face during education, but many do not implement time management practices and nearly all have trouble focusing on and completing assignments. Contemporary work and theory suggest that time management does not have an effect on task performance, but it can improve self-efficacy, which does correlate with task performance. A time management tool that also worked to improve self-efficacy was thus used to see if increasing self-efficacy could decrease time spent on tasks, i.e., task performance. Analysis of data collected from time and mood tracking before and after intervention demonstrated a significant decrease in time spent working (p<0.001) and significant increases in actual and in perceived productivity (p=0.039 and p=0.009 respectively). The results suggest that implementing practices to improve time management and self-efficacy may increase task performance, but further research must be done to control for specific factors that may confound this effect.
Human Resource Management Practice and Eudaimonic Wellbeing: Conservation of Resource Perspective
Authors: ANGGRAENI ADE IRMA
Published: January 2021

Human resource management studies and positive psychology develop hand in hand in finding employee development strategies in changing situations. The perspective of conservation of resource theory explains the mechanism for managing employees in situations of change. This study aims to examine the effect of HRM practice on eudaimonic wellbeing and employee resilience. The results of this study contribute to explaining the effect of high involvement in human resource management on positive employee behaviour.
Influence of IR radiation on the biological value of flax seeds
Authors: Minevich Irina E. , Uschapovsky Igor V.
Published: January 2021

Relevance. The growing demand for flax seeds as a biologically active food component is explained by the rising interest to the healthy lifestyle. In this regard, the requirements for food safety of biologically active raw materials are increasing. Heat treatment of plant materials is an effective method for the eliminating of factors that reduce nutritional and biological value food components. Thermal treatment of flax seeds with infra-red irradiation (IR) is a promising direction for the stabilizing of seeds component composition. Short-term high-temperature treatment of raw materials under the influence of IR (micronization) increases the microbiological purity of raw materials. However, there is not enough information about how the biological value parameters changing. The aim of this study was to study the effect of the micronization process on the biological value of flax seeds.

Results. Total protein content of tested flax seeds did not changed after applying of IR treatment. The increase in the content of crude oil in micronized flax seeds is explained by the conversion of phospholipids into extractable lipids. A comparative analysis of the protein complex of flax seeds before and after micronization showed a change in the ratio of protein fractions: the content of the water-soluble fraction (albumin) decreased in four-times, the content of glutens, an alkali-soluble fraction, increased significantly, the content of globulins slightly increased. Around 20% of proteins passed into an insoluble residue. The adequacy of the final results of the low temperature cold-pressing and the short-term high-temperature treatment with IR radiation in the ratio of protein fractions in flax seeds was shown. Changes in the ratio of protein fractions occurring during these technological operations are similar. It was concluded that under the influence of shortterm high-temperature IR-treatment the soft denaturation of the proteins is occurred. That effect of micronization on flax seed increases the protein digestibility
Fisioterapia nas Principais Disfunções Sexuais Pós-Tratamento do Câncer do Colo do Útero: Revisão Bibliográfica
Authors: Franceschini Juliana , Scarlato Andrea , Cisi Michele C.
Published: January 2021

Um importante problema de saúde publica e o numero considerável de casos de câncer do colo do útero. O tratamento dessa neoplasia pode provocar alterações cervicovaginais e no comportamento sexual. Assim, o objetivo deste estudo foi identificar as principais disfunções sexuais pós-tratamento do câncer do colo uterino e verificar as intervenções da fisioterapia nas mesmas, através de uma revisão bibliográfica narrativa. Foram encontrados artigos científicos nos idiomas inglês, português e espanhol, nas bases de dados SciELO , PubMed, Lilacs e Cochrane, no período de 2000 a 2010. No cruzamento das palavras-chave, foram encontrados 109 artigos; destes, 17 foram selecionados, já que preenchiam os critérios de inclusão. Sete foram excluídos de acordo com os critérios de exclusão, restando dez artigos inclusos. As principais disfunções sexuais decorrentes do tratamento do câncer do colo do útero identificadas foram: desejo hipoativo, anorgasmia, diminuição da excitação, dispareunia e vaginismo; e as complicações: estenose e atrofia vaginal, diminuição da lubrificação e sensibilidade. Os recursos mais citados foram o uso de dilatadores vaginais e digitopressão para o tratamento da estenose vaginal; e a eletroestimulação funcional, a cinesioterapia da musculatura do assoalho pélvico e a terapia manual para anorgasmia, vaginismo e dispareunia. Dessa forma, a atuação da fisioterapia nas disfunções sexuais apresenta-se como um importante recurso e traz resultados positivos. Contudo, são necessários estudos que demonstrem os benefícios da aplicação dos recursos fisioterapêuticos diretamente em pacientes portadoras de disfunção sexual devido a neoplasia do colo do útero.
Penguatan Kapasitas Tata Kelola Keuangan dan Komunikasi pada Pelaksanaan Program Badan Usaha Milik Desa di Desa Gendro Pasuruan
Authors: Kriyantono Rachmat , Laturrakhmi Yun Fitrahyati , Swastikawara Sinta , Ari Dessanti Putri Sekti
Published: January 2021

Strengthening Financial Governance and Communication Capacity in The Implementation of Village-Owned Business Agency Programs in Gendro Village Pasuruan

This article describes community service programs to provide organizational capacity strengthening to increase the Village-Owned Enterprises (BUMDES) program's effectiveness. BUMDES demands program implementers' management capabilities as a government program to develop villages, both BUMDES administrators and village governments. This management capability is related to transparency in budget management and communication management, which ultimately becomes one of the parameters that determine the level of public trust in the management of BUMDES. The Community Service Team aims to strengthen the capacity of financial governance and communication in the management of BUMDES in Gendro Village, Pasuruan Regency. Activities were carried out through workshops and assistance to BUMDES managers. This activity was attended by all BUMDES managers and village government officials. This activity was carried out from June to September 2020. This activity found that the capacity of financial and communication governance was constrained by a lack of support from the village government, communication problems between Bumdes managers and village heads, managers had not focused optimally, and low cooperation between managers. This activity was able to provide understanding and application capabilities regarding the management of transparent financial reports and effective communication management with the village government. It is hoped that this capacity will make Bumdes independent and able to innovate in developing village potentials to become a source of business for Gendro Village.
GREEN INNOVATION ANDFIRM PERFORMANCE: THE ECOLOGICAL MODERNIZATION PERSPECTIVE
Authors: Mohd. Zahari Fadhilah , Ramayah T.
Published: January 2021

Green innovation is becoming an essential business strategy in the 21stcentury as it brings sustainable environment and economic prosperity hand in hand. Consequently, the impact of green innovation on firm performance has drawn enormous attention among the scholars for the past few decades, aiming at empirically justify the positive implications of being green in business. However, the analysis from the ecological modernization perspective remains limited, although the focus on preventive approach to achieve environmentaland economic improvement is the central argument of this theoretical lens. This study tackles the above issue by examining the performance outcomes of green innovation adoption in view of ecological modernization perspective. A quantitative, survey based study collected data from 130 Malaysian manufacturing firms, which was subsequently analyzed using SmartPLS 2.0. The findings generally corroborate the positive implications of green innovation on firm performance in the aspects of environment, economic and competitive advantage. Likewise, EM perspective fits in offering plausible insights of the findings, hence entails the alternative ground to be employed in other studies of the like.
CONCEPTUALIZING CRITICAL THINKING LEARNING TRANSFER MODEL: A QUALITATIVE APPROACH
Authors: Mat Said Noor Azura , Bujang Siti Mariam , Buang Nor Aishah , Siraj @ Ramli Harlina Harlizah , Awang Besar Mohd Nasri
Published: January 2021

Purpose â€“ Although there is a growing interest in Critical Thinking Learning Transfer (CTLT), detailed information regarding the transfer seems to be lacking, particularly in the Malaysian context. In addition, past studies have not focused on medical education. This raises the question: How do Malaysian medical undergraduates transfer their critical thinking learning? Thus, this study sought to explore the CTLT process among medical undergraduates in Malaysia, synthesize the CTLT model and present the types of CTLT. Methodology â€“ A qualitative case study approach was adopted. Eight medical undergraduates were selected using purposive sampling, through two sampling strategies. Data was obtained via in-depth interviews and analysed using thematic analysis. Findings â€“Three types of CTLT were found, namely near transfer, far transfer, and integrated transfer. Each type of transfer was specified into components. The participantsâ€™ conceptions of the CTLT process led to the development of a model that presented the types of CTLT and provided a better understanding of the extension of occurrence of CTLT among medical undergraduates. Significance â€“ The CTLT model adds value to the description of the CTLT process among students, especially in the context of the early clinical year medical programme. The model may also influence the future development of critical thinking pedagogies.
STUDENTS'S INTENTION TO USE EMOTION-AWARE VIRTUAL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: DOES A LECTURER'S INTERACTION MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
Authors: Nassr Rasheed Mohammad , Aldossary Alia Ahmed , Nasir Haidawati Mohamad
Published: January 2021

Purpose: This study explored studentsâ€™ perspective of using emotion-aware Vertual Learning Environment (VLE) in Malaysiaâ€™s higher education institutions. The purpose is to investigate the relationships among dimensions of Technology Readiness Index (TRI), attitude, intention to use VLE, and lecturer interaction. The outcomes concerned the emotions involved in the educational process of Malaysiaâ€™s higher education institutions. Methodology: Quantitative data were collected via an online survey from 260 students. An empirical analysis was then conducted using structural equation modelling (Smart PLS) in two phases: (1) examining the direct effect of studentsâ€™ attitude on VLE adoption intention and (2) examining the indirect effect of constructs using lecturer interaction as a mediator. Findings: The findings revealed a significant mediating role of lecturer interaction on the relationship between attitude and intention to use VLE across the student cohort. Inhibitors, such as insecurity and discomfort, were less significant in affecting studentsâ€™ attitude towards emotion-aware VLE. The results indicate that students are motivated to use VLE when lecturers understand their emotions and react accordingly. Significance: This is one of the studies pertaining to emotions in VLE and lecturer interaction in higher education institutions. The results facilitate an understanding of the pedagogical role of lecturer interaction as a practical learning motivation. It is of particular interest to curriculum and e-learning stakeholders looking to improve studentsâ€™ interactions with the VLE systems. Apart from extending the current literature, this study has significant practical implications for education management in higher learning institutions.
Resultados perinatales según la vía del parto en pretérminos en la clínica maternidad rafael calvo
Authors: Beracaza Robledo Cristina , Salcedo Ramos Francisco , Rodríguez Yance Benjamín , Castañeda Alfonso Sergio , Olarte Parra Juan
Published: January 2021

Introducción: el parto pretérmino (PP) actualmente constituye un problema de salud pública. El aumento de las tasas de prematuridad ha llevado al aumento en las tasas de complicaciones neonatales, inherentes a la falta de madurez fetal.Objetivo: observar los resultados perinatales logrados en nacidos pretérminos (NP) enun centro obstétrico de referencia.Materiales y métodos: estudio descriptivo-retrospectivo en el que se determinó la prevalencia de las complicaciones neonatales en NP, teniendo en cuenta la vía del parto.Realizado en la ESE Clínica Maternidad Rafael Calvo durante el período comprendidoentre el 1 de enero y el 31 de diciembre de 2014.Resultados: se incluyeron 822 historias clínicas de pacientes, 426 (51.8%) que tuvieron parto por cesárea y 396 (48.2%) por vía vaginal, la mediana de edad de los grupospor cesárea y vaginal fue de 23 y 20 años, respectivamente. Dentro de los diagnósticos de ingreso resalta de manera significativa, mayor ocurrencia en el grupo cesárea  del oligohidramnios y los trastornos hipertensivos del embarazo, mientras que el trabajode PP de inicio espontáneo fue más frecuente en el grupo de parto vaginal, p <0.0001.No hubo diferencia estadísticamente significativa en la presentación de hemorragia intraventricular, trauma neonatal, enterocolitis necrotizante y muerte neonatal entre los dos grupos. Sin embargo, se presentaron diferencias en la infección neonatal, ingreso a UCI, requerimiento de ventilación mecánica y tiempo de ventilación, siendo mayor en el grupo de parto por cesárea.Conclusión: los resultados perinatales adversos más prevalentes en NP por cesárea fueron: necesidad de oxígeno suplementario, síndrome de distrés respiratorio, ingreso a UCIN, infección neonatal, sepsis temprana, taquipnea transitoria y la enfermedad de membrana hialina. En NP por vía vaginal las morbilidades más prevalentes observadas fueron: distrés respiratorio, taquipnea transitoria, sepsis e infección neonatal. Rev. cienc.biomed. 2015;6(2):282-289
Guía semiológica go
Authors: Borre Arrieta Orlando , Rodríguez Yances Benjamín , Salcedo Ramos Francisco
Published: January 2021

Desde los inicios del Departamento de Ginecología y Obstetricia de la Universidad deCartagena-Colombia, hace más de medio siglo, se ha venido enseñando la Cátedra de Semiología, la cual ha sido desarrollada sin uniformidad en la comunicación de algunosconceptos, lo cual puede generar confusión. Muchas de esas conceptualizaciones han sidoentregadas de generación en generación, sin una fundamentación bibliográfica suficienteque homogenice la transmisión del conocimiento y la adecuada apropiación por parte delos estudiantes de pregrado.
Mapas conceptuales de las condiciones clínicas benignas más frecuentes en otorrinolaringología.
Authors: Monterrosa Blanco Angélica Margarita , Taboada González Elga Patricia
Published: January 2021

Las enfermedades infecciosas son las causantes de la mayoría de las trece condiciones clínicas otorrinolaringológicas que se presentan. Se incluyen aquellas causadas por virus, bacterias u hongos; la presencia de una u otra cambia dependiendo de la edad del paciente o del estado inmunológico. A manera de ejemplo, la infección bacteriana en un cuadro de faringo amigdalitis en menores de tres años es muy poco probable, debido a que a esa edad aún no se han desarrollado receptores para estreptococo beta hemolítico del grupo A, principal agente causal de faringoamigdalitis bacteriana, por lo cual sería poco útil proporcionar antibióticos. En este grupo poblacional es más probable que se trate de una infección viral. Existen patologías de etiología idiopática o multicausal como la parálisis facial, explicada por teoría infecciosa, autoinmune o vascular. Otros cuadros son el vértigo y la epistaxis. Algunas situaciones no requieren intervenciones farmacológicas para ser controladas. El control ambiental, cambio en el estilo de vida y modificaciones de factores de riesgo juegan un papel crucial en el control de esas enfermedades. En la rinitis se debe evitar la exposición a alergenos e irritantes de la vía aérea. De forma similar ocurre en el síndrome apnea/hipopnea del sueño, donde las modificaciones en el estilo de vida son determinantes: disminución de peso, evitar consumo de alcohol y adoptar medidas de higiene del sueño. En niños es usual motivo de consulta la presencia de cuerpos extraños en naríz, oídos o vía aérea. La cuarta causa de muerte accidental más común es debida a la asfixia secundaria a aspiración de cuerpos extraños, por lo cual representan una urgencia vital. Los profesionales del área de la salud que realizan atención en urgencias o consulta externa deben tener conocimiento preciso de las principales condiciones que afectan oídos y las vías aereofaríngeas en adultos y niños.
Osteopontina, una proteína involucrada en la progresión tumoral, y su participación en el desarrollo del carcinoma colorrectal.
Authors: Becerra Daniel , Benedetti Ines
Published: January 2021

Introducción: La osteopontina es una proteína de la matriz extracelular que se ha encontrado sobre-expresada en varios tipos de tumores malignos, incluido el carcinoma colorrectal. Objetivo: Describir la evidencia científica disponible sobre la participación de osteopontina en la patogénesis del carcinoma colorrectal, y del posible uso de su expresión a nivel tisular, como biomarcador de esta neoplasia. Materiales y métodos: Se realizó una búsqueda bibliográfica de artículos en idioma inglés desde enero de 2012 hasta enero de 2018, en la base de datos Pubmed. Resultados: La revisión de la literatura permite decir que osteopontina está involucrada en casi todos los pasos de la progresión tumoral, y su sobre-expresión en el carcinoma colorrectal está asociada significativamente con altos grados tumorales, metástasis ganglionares y metástasis a distancia. Conclusión: Osteopontina podría servir como un biomarcador de pronóstico para el carcinoma colorrectal y tendría un papel importante en la predicción del resultado de la terapia clínica para esta neoplasia, se necesitan estudios más robustos que validen su uso en este sentido
Los probióticos y su uso en el tratamiento de enfermedades.
Authors: Corrales Benedetti Daniela , Arias Palacios Janeth
Published: January 2021

Introducción: Los probióticos son microorganismos vivos que confieren beneficios a la salud del huésped, cuando se consumen en cantidades adecuadas, proporcionando una acción protectora contra patógenos y beneficios nutricionales. Su uso está asociado principalmente a alimentos funcionales o suplementos dietarios que contribuyen a un mejoramiento de la salud principalmente en humanos. Sin embargo, en los últimos años se han venido estudiando nuevos usos de estos, como son la prevención y alivio de ciertas enfermedades principalmente gastrointestinales. Así mismo los probióticos se han convertido en una alternativa para el tratamiento de enfermedades infecciosas, para mitigar el efecto negativo que los antibióticos pueden generar sobre el microbioma de los pacientes. Objetivo: El objetivo de esta revisión bibliográfica fue identificar y compilar estudios e investigaciones en las cuales se evidencie el papel que juegan los probióticos en la solución de dichos problemas. Métodos: Se realizó una revisión sistemática de artículos, de los cuales se seleccionaron aquellos que permitieron dar respuesta a los objetivos planteados. Resultados: Se logro identificar diferentes estudios donde se evidencio el beneficio del uso de los probióticos para el tratamiento de diferentes enfermedades. Conclusiones: Los probióticos son una novedosa alternativa en el tratamiento contra patógenos y en la prevención de algunas enfermedades en humanos. Ya que estos contribuyen en la reducción del agente causal de la enfermedad, reducción de los síntomas, inducción de la actividad inmune o disminución en el riesgo de contraer la infección.
ANALYSIS OF FARM CASSAVA PARTNERSHIP IN THE VILLAGE OF GREAT PUDDING BESAR DISTRICT OF BANGKA
Authors: Yansah Yansah , Setiawan Iwan , Pranoto Yudi Sapta
Published: January 2021

This study aims to describe the implementation of the partnership farming Cassava Village Pudding Besar District of pudding Big Bangka, analyze the differences in average income that is obtained by farmers from various partnership schemes cassava in the village Pudding Besar District of pudding Big Bangka, analyzed the factors - factors that influence farmers' decision in choosing partners and not partner with partnership cassava farm in the village of Great pudding pudding Large District of Bangka. This study was conducted in January 2019 until January 2020 in the village of Great Pudding Pudding Large District of Bangka. The method used is survey method. Penrikan method used example is a method of quota sampling with a sample of two groups of 40 people and the partnering farmers do not partner 40 people. Methods of data analysis using descriptive qualitative, quantitative analsisis (independent sample t-test, binary logistic regression). The results showed the implementation of partnership farming patterns occurring in the village of Great Pudding is a partnership with the name intiplasma KSR Program (Cassava People's Gardens). There is a real difference but not significant, the average income of Rp 32,384,718 partner farmers, while the non- partner farmers Rp 36,751,056 with the difference in the average income of farmers partner and non- partner Rp 4,366,388 per year. Factors that significantly affect farmers' decisions in partnering and partnering as age and availability of capital.
Development of Mathematics Learning Tools Based on Problem Posing Learning Models to Improve Mathematical Communication Ability and Learning Independence of Junior High School Students
Authors: Fadilla Fitriyanti , Saragih Sahat , Fauzi KMS. M. Amin
Published: January 2021

This study aims to produce a valid, practical, and effective problem posing learning model-based learning tool for Class VIII students of SMP Nusantara Lubuk Pakam, to analyze the improvement of students' mathematical communication skills taught with learning tools developed based on the Problem Posing Learning model in SMP. Nusantara Lubuk Pakam, to analyze the achievement of student learning independence taught with learning tools developed based on the Problem Posing Learning model at SMP Nusantara Lubuk Pakam, as well as to analyze the answer process of SMP Nusantara Lubuk Pakam students in solving test questions of mathematical mathematical communication skills. The data were obtained through the validation sheet of teaching materials, observation sheets, student response questionnaires, mathematical communication skills test instruments and student learning independence questionnaires. This study uses the 4-D development model Thiagarajan, Semmel and Semmel by developing teaching materials with problem posing learning. Based on the validation results of the value of learning tools developed through the Problem Posing learning model, the validator team met the valid and practical criteria. The implementation of the learning tools developed through the Problem Posing learning model was in good criteria, namely 87.78% in trial II. Classical mastery of student learning has been achieved in the second trial by 90%. The achievement of learning objectives has been achieved in the second trial, which is 83.39%. Student responses to components and learning activities 94.11% have shown a positive response to the components of learning tools and learning activities developed.
Assessment of wide coverage devices for sunflower harvestinng
Authors:   Rosinformagrotekh, Sviridova S.A. , Petukhov D.A. ,   Rosinformagrotekh, Podolskaya E.E.
Published: January 2021

The results of the analysis of the effectiveness of new models of wide coverage devices for sunflower harvesting are presented. Indicators of operational, performance and economic assessments are provided.