bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Antimicrobial resistance pattern of Klebsiella species isolated from various clinical specimens
Authors: Begum Taslima , Nahar Azizun , Quamruzzaman Md , Haq Arman Ibne , Mahmood Iqbal Hasan , Bhuiyan Md Elias
Published: July 2024

Objective: The present study was carried out to identify Klebsiella species and their antimicrobial resistance pattern from various clinical specimens.
Methods: This cross study was conducted at a tertiary care hospital, Dhaka, Bangladesh from July2020 to June 2021. Written consent was taken from the concerned authority. A total 6739 clinical samples including urine, wound swab/ pus, sputum, blood and endotracheal aspirates were collected and processed for isolation of bacteria by following standard guidelines from adult patients. All the urine, wound swab, blood and endotracheal aspirates were inoculated in both blood agar and MacConkey agar media, for blood samples blood culture was done in BacT/ALERT 3D 60 aerobic bottles irrespective to antibiotics administration. After incubation at 370C aerobically for 24 hours incubated plates were examined. Phenotypic identification of the organisms were done by observing colony morphology, hemolytic properties, pigment production, Gram staining and biochemical tests (oxidase test, catalase test and biochemical reactions after inoculation in TSI, MIU, citrate agar media). The Kirby - Bauer disk diffusion method was used for antimicrobial susceptibility testing of the isolated organism using Mueller-Hinton agar and commercially available antibiotic discs (Oxoid Ltd, UK). The data were analyzed using SPSS software Version-20 (SPSS Inc., Chicago, IL, USA). Categorical variables were expressed as numbers (n) and percentages (%).
Results: A total 6739 samples were included in the present study. Of which, 170 were urine, 162 were wound swabs, 71 were sputum, 52 were endotracheal aspirates and 45 were blood samples. Culture positivity among the samples is shown in table I.
Conclusion: Most of the Klebsiella species are highly resistant to commonly used antibiotics. This higher resistance is the major cause morbidity and mortality related with infections in hospitalized patients. So, a regular surveillance of antibiotic susceptibility pattern is needed to prevent indiscriminate use of antibiotics.
CME J 2024; 3(2); 12-15
Relationship between Past and Present Academic Performance among Undergraduate Medical Students of Bangladesh
Authors: Roy Heera Lai , Nargis Susmita , Alam Kazi Khairul , Talukder Md Humayan Kabir
Published: July 2024

Background: Education is one of the most essential factors in producing a human resource & the academic performance becomes important since it is commonly used as a reflection of education. To find out the relationship between past and present academic performance among medical students of Bangladesh.
Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted to assess the relationship between past and present academic performances of the medical students of Bangladesh. A total of 436 student respondents participated in this study from eight purposively selected of Bangladesh those are located at Dhaka and outside Dhaka) from January to December 2022 using a pretested semi-structured self-administered questionnaire.
Results: This study find that out of 436 medical students’ majority i. e. 416 (95.4%) students got GPA score 5 and very few i.e. 20 (4.5%) got GPA score <5 in the Secondary School Certificate examination. In Higher School Certificate examination majority i.e. 386 (88.5%) students got GPA score 5 and 50 (11.5%) students got GPA score <5. This study also find that out of 130 responses about the result of first MBBS Professional examination, most of them (92.3%) passed regularly and 7.6% passed irregularly. Out of 83 responses about the result of second MBBS Professional examination, most of them (96.3%) passed regularly and 3.6% passed irregularly. Out of 30 responses about the result of third MBBS Professional examination 100% passed regularly and no irregularly passed was found. In the fourth MBBS Professional examination 50% passed regularly. There was an inverse relationship between the combined scores of Secondary School Certificate examination and Higher School Certificate examination with the result of professional examinations.
Conclusion: Academic performance at the secondary education or pre-university college level is generally considered the strongest indicator of academic merit in tertiary education.
CME J 2024; 3(2); 16-19
Editorial Vol 3(1), 2024
Authors: Ahmed Rukshana
Published: July 2024

Abstract not available
CME J 2024; 3(2); 2-3
Benefits of Interprofessional Education for Teamwork and Team-BasedPractice: Major Stakeholders’ Views in Bangladesh
Authors: Chowdhury Md Ashraf Uddin , Miah Md Abdal , Alam Md Kazi Khairul , Hoque Mohammad Mahabubul , Khan Md Kamrul Ahsan , Akhter Najnin
Published: July 2024

Background: Interprofessional education (IPE) is essential to prepare health professionals for working as a team in interprofessional teamwork and team-based practice. In this study, the views of major stakeholders are explored regarding the benefits of collaborative practice, which is promoted by interprofessional education.
Methods: The descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in seven medical colleges, three nursing institutes, one health technology institute, several hospitals, and health complexes from July 2022 to June 2023. Data were conveniently collected from 273 intern doctors, 51 recent medical graduates, 153 nursing students, 71 senior nurses, and 104 health technologists with a semi-structured self-administered questionnaire.
Results: The study shows that the means of agreement between their views on different issues related to the benefits of working as a team in interprofessional team-based practice were within 81.6% to 91.2%. Although all the respondents were convinced about the benefits of interprofessional teamwork, the means of agreement of the intern doctors were statistically significantly lower than the means of agreement of other groups on all issues.
Conclusions: The study revealed that the majority of the intern doctors, recent medical graduates, nursing students, nurses, and health technologists acknowledged the benefits of IPE during their medical education, which would promote interprofessional teamwork and team-based practice.
CME J 2024; 3(2); 31-37
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Authors: Gupta Ruma Sen
Published: July 2024

Abstract not available
Delta Med Col J. Jan 2021;9(2): 63-64
The Role of Transvaginal Ultrasonography in the Evaluation of Postmenopausal Bleeding
Authors: Maherunnessa - , Shermin Shahana , Rahman Shahnaz , Naher Nurun , Jahan Mehbuba
Published: July 2024

Background: Endometrial cancer is currently the most common malignancy of the female genital tract. Most of the women with endometrial cancer initially present with postmenopausal bleeding (PMB) and may be assessed initially with either endometrial biopsy or transvaginal ultrasonography.
Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate transvaginal ultrasound (TVS) measurement of endometrial thickness (ET) in diagnosing endometrial cancer in women with postmenopausal bleeding.
Materials and method: This was a prospective study. Transvaginal ultrasonography and Papanicolaou smear were performed in 291 women presenting with postmenopausal bleeding aged >50 years and were followed up for one year in BIRDEM General Hospital from September 2017 to August 2018.
Results: One hundred and seventeen women had an endometrial thickness ≤4 mm and one endometrial cancer (0.85%) was diagnosed in this group. Endometrial biopsy was performed in women who had recurrent bleeding. But in women with an endometrial thickness of ≥5mm (174 out of 291 women), endometrial cancer was diagnosed in 9.77%, atypical hyperplasia in 5.17%, ovarian malignancy in 1.72% and total malignancy was 17.8%.
Conclusion: Transvaginal ultrasonography using a ≤4 mm cut-off has high sensitivity for detecting endometrial cancer and can identify women with PMB who are highly unlikely to have endometrial cancer, thereby avoiding more invasive endometrial biopsy.
Delta Med Col J. Jan 2021;9(2): 91-95
Treatment Related Factors Associated with Non-adherence to Anti-Tuberculosis Treatment
Authors: Hossain Md Motahar , Flora Meerjady Sabrina , Rahman Md Saydur , Amin Md Nurul , Mosharref Murshida , Zafreen Farzana
Published: July 2024

Background: Non-adherence to anti-tuberculosis treatment may result in persistent infectiousness on the part of the patient and a higher rate of treatment failure, relapse and drug resistance and therefore, is a significant barrier to the success in tuberculosis control.
Objective: To determine the treatment related factors associated with non-adherence to anti-tuberculosis treatment among tuberculosis patients. Materials and method: This case control study was carried out among purposively selected 47tuberculosis patients non-adherent to treatment (cases) and 94 tuberculosis patients adherent to treatment (controls) and were interviewed with a semi-structured questionnaire and checklist in selected DOTS centres of Dhaka city.
Results: Statistical analysis shows that, factors like delay in seeking tuberculosis treatment for >6 weeks (OR=4.57; 95% CI, 1.48-14.1) and getting medicine weekly once (OR=2.8; 95% CI, 1.13-6.77) were more likely to be associated with non-adherence to treatment. Lessfrequent visit by health providers (p=0.02), no support for side effect (p=0.042) and non-observation of medication (p=0.009) were also found significant. The reasons behind missing anti-TB doses among non-adherent cases were due to feeling better (53.2%), personal reason (25.5%), feeling worse (19.1%) and forgot to take medicine (2.2%).
Conclusion: Mass awareness among the tuberculosis patients is required to improve attitude towards anti-tuberculosis treatment and activities of tuberculosis control programme require further strengthening especially in targeting the patients of low economic status.
Delta Med Col J. Jan 2021;9(2): 96-100
PROJECT-BASED LEARNING PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT USING VIKOR METHOD AND RANK ORDER CENTROID
Authors: Irmansyah Lubis Ahmadi , Supardianto Supardianto , Santiputri Metta , Ardi Noper , Uperiati Alena
Published: July 2024

Abstract: Project-Based Learning is a type of learning that is quite widely recommended today, especially in vocational type institutions where the learning is effective in the aim of involving students with direct learning content. The process of evaluating project-based learning on project teams in the performance assessment of each team to rank the order of best performance of all teams is still assessed based on subjective assessments. To overcome these problems, in this study the performance measurement of the project-based learning team by applying the VIKOR method and Rank Order Centroid in conducting assessments with test samples, namely in the Introduction to Database course. The test results obtained based on the calculation of VIKOR and Rank Order Centroid, namely PBL-TRPL01 Team 1 as the best alternative by obtaining based on variations of testing the VIKOR index value with values v=0.4, v=0.5, and v=0.6. Thus, it can be seen that the VIKOR and Rank Order Centroid methods can be applied to the calculation process of measuring team performance in project-based learning.            Keywords: decision Support System; project-based learning; rank order centroid; VIKOR Abstrak: Pembelajaran Berbasis Proyek merupakan jenis pembelajaran yang cukup banyak direkomendasikan di masa kini khususnya pada institusi berjenis vokasional. Pembelajaran tersebut efektif dalam tujuan melibatkan para peserta didik dengan konten pembelajaran secara langsung. Proses evaluasi pembelajaran berbasis proyek pada tim proyek dalam penilaian performa dari masing-masing tim untuk memeringkatkan urutan performa terbaik dari seluruh tim masih dinilai berdasarkan penilaian secara subyektif. Untuk mengatasi persoalan tersebut, pada penelitian ini pengukuran performa tim project-based learning dengan menerapkan metode VIKOR dan Rank Order Centroid dalam melakukan penilaian dengan sampel pengujian yaitu pada mata kuliah Pengantar Basis Data. Hasil pengujian yang diperoleh berdasarkan perhitungan VIKOR dan Rank Order Centroid yaitu bahwa alternatif PBL-TRPL01 Tim 1 sebagai alternatif terbaik dengan peroleh berdasarkan variasi pengujian nilai indeks VIKOR. Maka dengan demikian, dapat diketahui bahwa metode VIKOR dan Rank Order Centroid dapat diterapkan pada proses perhitungan pengukuran performa tim pada pembelajaran berbasis proyek. Kata kunci: pembelajaran berbasis proyek; rank order centroid; sistem pendukung keputusan; VIKOR
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF SOBEL AND CANNY METHOD IN BATIK KAWUNG IMAGE
Authors: Surmayanti Surmayanti , Sumijan Sumijan
Published: July 2024

Abstract: Abstract: this study evaluates and compares the performance of two edge detection methods Sobel method and Canny method on batik image.  Batik images have unique characteristics and complex patterns, making it difficult to analyze the edges.  This study presents a comparison of the results using sobel and canny edge detection methods on batik kawung images both from peak signal-to-noise reatio and from mean squared error. The results showed that canny edge detection was better than sobel method. This can be seen from the results of PSNR and MSE that is 100%. This analysis is determined by considering factors such as the accuracy of edge detection, sensitivity to noise, and the ability to handle the complexity of batik drawing patterns. The results of this study provide a detailed description of the advantages and disadvantages of each method in the image of batik kawung. The conclusions that can be drawn from this study can provide valuable guidance for choosing the optimal edge detection method in image analysis of batik kawung and others.      Keywords: batik kawung; canny; MSE; PSNR; sobel  Abstrak: Penelitian ini mengevaluasi dan membandingkan kinerja dua metode deteksi tepi metode Sobel dan metode Canny pada citra batik.  Gambar batik mempunyai ciri-ciri yang unik dan pola yang kompleks, sehingga menyulitkan analisis tepian.  Penelitian ini menyajikan perbandingan hasil menggunakan metode deteksi tepi sobel dan canny pada citra batik kawung baik dari peak signal-to-noise reatio maupun dari mean squared error. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa deteksi tepi canny lebih baik dibandingkan dari metode sobel. Hal ini dapat dilihat dari hasil PSNR dan MSE yang dihasilkan yaitu 100%. Analisis ini ditentukan dengan mempertimbangkan faktor-faktor seperti keakuratan deteksi tepi, kepekaan terhadap noise, dan kemampuan menangani kompleksitas pola gambar batik. Hasil penelitian ini memberikan gambaran secara detail mengenai kelebihan dan kekurangan masing-masing metode pada citra batik kawung. Kesimpulan yang dapat diambil dari penelitian ini dapat memberikan panduan berharga untuk memilih metode deteksi tepi yang optimal dalam analisis citra batik kawung dan yang lainnya. Kata kunci: batik kawung; canny; MSE; PSNR; sobel
SUPPORT VECTOR MACHINE ANALYSIS FOR INTEREST AND TALENT CLASSIFICATION WITH PYTHON LIBRARY
Authors: Sartika Devi , Elfaladonna Febie , Putra Andre Mariza
Published: July 2024

Abstract: Recognizing one's interests and talents early on is crucial in guiding an individual toward a prosperous future. While distinct, interests and talents share a close relationship. Interest denotes a genuine attraction to something without external pressure, and when consistently nurtured, it evolves into a skill or talent. Machine learning, specifically utilizing the SVM algorithm with the RBF kernel, can be applied to categorize interests and talents. Prior to SVM modeling, conducting Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) is imperative for scrutinizing interests and talents. This analysis facilitates the identification of variables, enabling the elimination of missing values and ensuring the selection of appropriate interest and talent variables. The primary objective is to achieve optimal accuracy in modeling the classification of interests and talents. The insights gained from this research contribute to the creation of an application designed for categorizing interests and talents within SDN XYZ school. This application is designed for student use, assisting them in making informed decisions about their future education and career paths            Keywords: exploratory data analysis; interests and talents; machine learning; SVM Algorithm  Abstrak: Mengenali minat dan bakat seseorang sejak dini sangat penting dalam membimbing individu menuju masa depan yang sukses. Meskipun berbeda, minat dan bakat memiliki hubungan yang erat. Minat mengindikasikan ketertarikan yang tulus terhadap sesuatu tanpa tekanan eksternal, dan ketika terus-menerus dibina, berkembang menjadi keterampilan atau bakat. Pembelajaran mesin, khususnya dengan menggunakan algoritma SVM dan kernel RBF, dapat digunakan untuk mengelompokkan minat dan bakat. Sebelum pemodelan SVM, melakukan Analisis Data Eksploratif (EDA) sangat penting untuk mengkaji minat dan bakat. Analisis ini memfasilitasi identifikasi variabel, memungkinkan penghilangan nilai yang hilang, dan memastikan pemilihan variabel minat dan bakat yang tepat. Tujuan utamanya adalah mencapai akurasi optimal dalam pemodelan klasifikasi minat dan bakat. Temuan dari penelitian ini berkontribusi pada pengembangan aplikasi yang ditujukan untuk mengkategorikan minat dan bakat di sekolah SDN XYZ. Aplikasi ini dirancang untuk digunakan oleh siswa, membantu mereka membuat keputusan yang terinformasi mengenai pendidikan dan karier masa depan mereka. Kata kunci: Algoritma SVM; exploratory data analysis; machine learning; minat dan bakat
SENTIMENT ANALYSIS OF PEGIPEGI.COM ON GOOGLE PLAYSTORE WITH NAÏVE BAYES ALGORITHM
Authors: Hardian Riski , Oktaviana Luzi Dwi , Hamdi Aulia
Published: July 2024

Abstract: Today, many users use online platforms rather than offline platforms for ticket bookings, involving a wide range of services such as flights, hotels, trains, buses, and entertainment. PegiPegi.com, as one of the fastest growing online travel agencies in Indonesia, demonstrates success by understanding the value of technology and maintaining strong partnerships. Users of this platform often provide reviews, viewing user reviews can be done manually but this will have a less effective impact, so it needs to be done automatically with sentiment analysis. This research the Naïve Bayes method in sentiment analysis of PegiPegi.com reviews, with a focus on understanding customer satisfaction and service improvement. By combining these approaches, this research contributes to a deeper understanding of user responses to OTA services and presents the evaluation results of the Multinomial Naive Bayes classification model with an accuracy rate of 89.5%. The high precision in the Negative class demonstrates the model's ability to identify negative reviews. However, there are challenges in classifying the Neutral class, indicating the potential for further improvement. Nevertheless, the F1 score of 0.522 reflects a good balance between overall precision, recall so it can be concluded the naïve bayes algorithm is successful for performing sentiment analysis. Keywords: Sentiment analysis; naïve bayes algorithm; pegipegi.com; playstore  Abstract: Saat ini banyak pengguna platform online dibandingkan offline untuk pemesanan tiket, yang melibatkan berbagai layanan seperti penerbangan, hotel, kereta api, bus, dan hiburan. PegiPegi.com, sebagai salah satu agen perjalanan online yang berkembang pesat di Indonesia, menunjukkan keberhasilan dengan memahami nilai teknologi dan mempertahankan kemitraan yang kuat. Pengguna platform ini sering memberikan ulasan, melihat ulasan pengguna bisa saja dilakukan secara manual tetapi hal ini akan memberikan dampak yang kurang efektif, sehingga perlu dilakukan secara otomatis dengan analisis sentiment. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menerapkan metode klasifikasi Naïve Bayes dalam analisis sentimen ulasan PegiPegi.com, dengan fokus pada pemahaman kepuasan pelanggan dan peningkatan layanan. Dengan menggabungkan pendekatan ini, penelitian ini berkontribusi pada pemahaman yang lebih dalam tentang tanggapan pengguna terhadap layanan OTA dan menyajikan hasil evaluasi model klasifikasi Multinomial Naive Bayes dengan tingkat akurasi 89,5%. Presisi tinggi di kelas Negatif menunjukkan kemampuan model untuk mengidentifikasi ulasan negatif. Namun, ada tantangan dalam mengklasifikasikan kelas Netral, menunjukkan potensi untuk perbaikan lebih lanjut. Namun demikian, skor F1 0,522 mencerminkan keseimbangan yang baik antara presisi keseluruhan dan daya ingat sehingga dapat disimpulkan algoritma naïve bayes berhasil untuk melakukan analisis sentimen. Keywords: Analisis sentimen; naïve bayes; pegipegi.com; playstore
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PREFERENCE SELECTION INDEX (PSI) METHOD IN COURIER PARTNER RECRUITMENT
Authors: Wardana Aji , Putri Raissa Amanda
Published: July 2024

Abstract: One of the keys to the success of a company or agency in achieving certain goals is the workforce. However, finding the ideal partner that suits the needs of the organization or agency is difficult. Therefore, the selection of suitable potential partners is very important in order to be able to recruit partners who are competent in their fields and meet the company's expectations and meet all stages carried out by the organization. The Preference Selection Index method is the method used in selecting employees. The option that returns the highest Preference Index value after all criteria and alternatives have been calculated is the best option, or options selected. Based on research findings, Andreyanto Wijaya's alternative is the best alternative to be chosen as the company's partner with the highest score, which is 0.95346.Keywords: decision support system; PSI; recruitment; partner Abstrak: Salah satu kunci keberhasilan suatu perusahaan atau instansi dalam mencapai tujuan tertentu adalah tenaga kerjanya. Namun, menemukan Mitra ideal yang sesuai dengan kebutuhan organisasi atau instansi memang sulit. Oleh karena itu, pemilihan calon Mitra yang sesuai sangatlah penting agar dapat merekrut mitra yang berkompeten di bidangnya dan memenuhi harapan perusahaan serta memenuhi seluruh tahapan yang dilakukan oleh organisasi. Metode Preference Selection Index adalah metode yang digunakan dalam menseleksi pegawai. Pilihan yang menghasilkan nilai Indeks Preferensi tertinggi setelah semua kriteria dan alternatif dihitung adalah pilihan terbaik, atau pilihan yang terpilih. Berdasarkan temuan penelitian, alternatif Andreyanto Wijaya merupakan alternatif terbaik untuk dipilih menjadi mitra untuk perusahaan dengan skor tertinggi yaitu 0,95346. Kata Kunci : sistem pendukung keputusan; PSI; rekrutmen; mitra
LITERATURE REVIEW OF THE APPLICATION FRAMEWORK IN THE ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE OF SECONDARY SCHOOLS
Authors: Lubis Rivaldi , Panjaitan Erwin Setiawan
Published: July 2024

Abstract: The widespread use of information and communication technology (ICT) has enhanced effectiveness and quality in management, research, and education at educational institutions. In this digital age, secondary schools are required to improve operational efficiency and educational strategies through the use of information technology. Therefore, the implementation of an enterprise architecture (EA) framework is crucial to ensure a strategic alignment between educational goals and technology. However, before implementing the framework, schools must evaluate various factors that influence the suitability and effectiveness of EA, including current technology needs, staff competencies, existing infrastructure conditions, and other factors. This study gathers and analyzes data from related studies, and the results indicate the importance of understanding EA principles to optimize academic and administrative processes. By considering variables in the selection of the EA framework, evaluating school readiness, and identifying existing challenges, this research aims to assist secondary schools in effectively implementing EA. The expected outcome of this research provides theoretical support for the adoption of EA, thus facilitating more efficient strategic and operational planning in secondary schools.      Keywords: enterprise architecture; framework; information and communication technology; secondary school.  Abstrak: Penggunaan teknologi informasi dan komunikasi (TIK) secara luas telah meningkatkan efektivitas dan kualitas dalam manajemen, penelitian, dan pendidikan di institusi pendidikan. Di era digital ini, sekolah menengah dituntut untuk meningkatkan efisiensi operasional dan strategi pendidikan melalui pemanfaatan teknologi informasi. Oleh karena itu, penerapan framework arsitektur enterprise (EA) menjadi penting untuk memastikan aliansi strategis antara tujuan pendidikan dan teknologi. Namun, sebelum penerapan framework dilakukan, sekolah harus mengevaluasi berbagai faktor yang mempengaruhi kesesuaian dan efektivitas EA, termasuk kebutuhan teknologi terkini, kompetensi staf, kondisi infrastruktur yang ada, dan faktor lainnya. Penelitian ini mengumpulkan dan menganalisis data dari studi terkait, hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa pentingnya pemahaman tentang prinsip-prinsip EA untuk mengoptimalkan proses akademik dan administratif. Dengan mempertimbangkan variabel-variabel dalam pemilihan framework EA, evaluasi kesiapan sekolah, dan identifikasi tantangan yang ada, penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membantu sekolah menengah dalam mengimplementasikan EA secara efektif. Diharapkan hasil dari penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi teoretis yang mendukung pengadopsian EA, sehingga memfasilitasi perencanaan strategis dan operasional yang lebih efisien di sekolah menengah.Kata kunci:arsitektur enterprise; framework; sekolah menengah; teknologi informasi dan komunikasi.
APPLICATION OF FAST FRAMEWORK IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF UNTAN FMIPA LABORATORY INFORMATION SYSTEM
Authors: Arman Yudha , Sari Renny Puspita , Mutiah Nurul , Prawira Dian
Published: July 2024

The laboratory is one of the facilities owned by the FMIPA Laboratory, which is one of the facilities owned by Tanjungpura University to support tridharma activities. There are several problems in laboratory management, namely that management is carried out manually, so it takes a long time to apply for the loan of laboratory equipment and to prepare a free laboratory loan letter. In order to improve services, ensure data security, and accommodate all laboratory data, it is necessary to develop an FMIPA laboratory information system (SILABMIPA). The FAST framework is used in developing SILABMIPA to suit user needs. The analysis and development of SILABMIPA follows the FAST method with the stages Scope Definition, Problem Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Logical Design, Decision Analysis, Physical Design and Integration, Construction and Testing. With the construction of SILABMIPA, it can make it easier for managers to manage laboratories, assist students in applying for and borrowing equipment, as well as making laboratory loan-free certificates. Based on the results of system functional testing against SILABMIPA, it was found that the system operates well in accordance with the user's functional needs, while the results of system interface testing obtained a percentage of 82.60% in the very good category.
RECOMMENDATION FOR THE BEST GAMING PHONE USING THE WEIGHT PRODUCT METHOD
Authors: Christy Tika , Rani Maha , Ardiansyah Ricki , Novia Rini
Published: July 2024

Abstract: Mobile phones, as essential telecommunication devices today, are equipped with numerous features. The plethora of mobile phone models, especially gaming phones, requires consumers to be discerning in choosing a phone for everyday use. The problem is that many consumers do not understand how to purchase a phone that meets their specific criteria. The specifications that must be considered when selecting a gaming phone that fits within a budget and meets criteria include performance or specifications, screen quality, battery life, RAM, network connectivity, and price. A decision support system is a part of information systems designed to facilitate decision-making processes based on data or common everyday problems. The Weighted Product (WP) method is typically used in decision-making that involves multiple criteria to be considered simultaneously. Based on the WP method calculations, it was found that the recommended smartphone alternative is determined by the highest vector value (V) ranking according to user-defined criteria. The analysis results indicate that the recommended smartphone alternative is Alternative 1 with a score of 0.376, which is the Infinix GT 10 Pro, due to its comparable specifications to other models but with a more affordable price."Keywords: decision support systems ; gaming cellphone; recommendation Abstrak: Handphone sebagai perangkat telekomunikasi yang menjadi kebutuhan utama saat ini sudah dilengkapi dengan banyak fitur. Banyaknya keluaran jenis handphone khususnya handphone untuk game membuat konsumen harus pintar memilih handphone yang dapat digunakan setiap harinya Permasalahannya adalah konsumen banyak yang tidak paham bagaimana membeli handphone sesuai kriteria yang cocok. Adapun spesifikasi yang harus di saat akan memilih jenis handphone game yang sesuai dengan budget dan kriteria diantaranya adalah perfoma atau spesifikasi, tingkat kualitas layar, daya tahan batrai, RAM, koneksi jaringan, dan harga. Sistem pendukung keputusan merupakan bagian dari sistem informasi yang digunakan untuk memudahkan proses pengambilan keputusan berdasarkan data atau permasalahan yang sering ditemui dalam kehidupan sehari-hari. Metode Weighted Product umumnya digunakan dalam pengambilan keputusan yang melibatkan banyak kriteria yang harus dipertimbangkan secara bersamaan. Berdasarkan proses perhitungan dengan metode WP maka didapatkan bahwa alternatif smartphone yang direkomendasikan untuk dipilih adalah smartphone yang ditentukan berdasarkan peringkat nilai vektor (V) tertinggi sesuai dengan kriteria yang ditetapkan oleh pengguna. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa alternatif smartphone yang direkomendasikan adalah Alternatif 1 dengan skor 0.376, yaitu Infinix GT 10 Pro karena memiliki spesifikasi yang hampir setara dengan yang lain namun dengan harga yang lebih terjangkau.Kata kunci: handphone game; sistem penunjang keputusan; rekomendasi
The Preventive Efficacy of Selenium Supplements on Muscle Soreness Post Heavy Eccentric Exercise
Authors: Sudijandoko Andun , Irawan Roy
Published: July 2024

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) is the muscle pain and stiffness following unaccustomed or strenuous physical activity that initially appears 8 – 20 h after exercise, peaks at 24 – 48 h after exercise and persists for several days and affect performance. The aim of the present study was to examine the physiological effects of selenium supplementation on delayed-onset muscle soreness and muscle damage. Thirty-two recreational male students of Sports Science Department, Universitas Negeri Surabaya were randomly and double-blindly assigned to either a selenium supplementation group (n=16) or a Placebo group (n=16) and were directed to take either a selenium capsule or a placebo for a period of 3-weeks. Following the 3-weeks supplementation period, both groups underwent a 10-set x 10-rep countermovement jump (1-min recovery between sets) as an eccentric exercise protocol. Pain of DOMS and CK level were measured prior to the eccentric exercise 1-hr before, 24-hr and 48-hr after eccentric exercise. the result of this study showed that both groups experienced Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) and increased total CK serum within 24 to 48 hours post heavy eccentric exercise. The results indicated that the selenium-supplemented group had a significantly greater reduction in plasma DOMS and total CK serum compared to the Placebo group (p<0.05). In summary, selenium supplementation might lower the risk of muscle injury after heavy eccentric exercise, as it effectively reduces plasma DOMS and CK levels in the bloodstream
Effects of Tapering of Three Different Percentages on Physiological Variables Among Futsal Players
Authors: Yakdhan Saleh Mohammed , Abdullah Ayad Mohammed , Taha Ahmed Abdulgani
Published: July 2024

The purpose: this study aimed to determine the effect of a two-week tapering period on physiological variables by reducing three different percentages of volume (30%, 50%, 70%) while maintaining high training intensity on young futsal players. Method: An experimental design was used. The research sample was chosen from players of the talent school in Nineveh Governorate for the year 2023-2024, totaling 18 players (6 players per group). A paired student's t-test was used to process the interaction effect between pre- and post-training, and an ANCOVA test was used to determine the differences between the three groups. Results: Tapering with a 50% reduction rate led to the development of all physiological variables of performance in the Bruce test (p<0.005), aerobic (p<0.025) and anaerobic work (p<0.018), VO2max (p<0.028), and blood Lactate (p<0.031). while tapering with a 30% reduction rate led to the development of aerobic work (p<0.33) and VO2max (p<0.044). Tapering with a 70% reduction rate led to the development of achievement in the Bruce test(p<0.01), anaerobic work (p<0.046), and LA (p<0.030). While there were no significant differences among the three groups in physiological variables of performance in the Bruce test (p<0.151), aerobic (p<0.085) and anaerobic work (p<0.343), VO2max (p<0.181), and LA (p<0.166). Conclusions: the tapering by 50%, showed a more balanced development in aerobic and anaerobic work, VO2max, and LA compared to to the tapering by 30% reduction, which developed only aerobic work and VO2max, and to the tapering 70% reduction, which developed anaerobic work and LA.
The Relationship Between Some Anthropometric Measurements and Pulmonary Volumes to the Numerical Achievement of 800-Meter Event Runners in Palestine
Authors: Qadoume Khaled , Salameh Hamed , Qadoume Ali , Abualia Motasem , Hanon Loai , Khalifa Riadh
Published: July 2024

The study aimed to identify the contribution of some anthropometric measurements and pulmonary volumes to the Numerical Achievement of runners in the 800-meter running event at Palestine. The study was conducted on a purposely-designed sample of (17) runners in Palestine, aged between (18-22) years. The researchers used the descriptive analytical approach because it suits the nature of the study. Anthropometric measurements were performed related to (age, body mass, height, arm length, leg length, thigh length, lower leg length, instep length, chest circumference, chest circumference with inspiration, abdominal circumference, thigh circumference, and Leg calf, upper arm circumference, and related Pulmonary volume measurements. Related Pulmonary volume measurements were performed (VC, FVC, FEV1, FWV1/FVC%, MVV, TV, RV), and after the data was collected, it was processed statistically using SPSS. The results of the study showed that the anthropometric measurement that have the most contribution In the Numerical Achievement of 800 meters running event runners in Palestine was Height, which contributed to explaining (43.1 %) of the finishing time. The study also found that Pulmonary volume measurements contributed most to the Numerical Achievement For runners of the 800- meter running event in Palestine, was Vital Capacity (VC)which explained (39.1%) of the time Achievement. Researchers recommend that the predictive equations that have been developed should be used as predictors for the numerical achievement of the 800-meter running event.
SIMPLE AND SENSITIVE SPECTROPHOTOMETRIC ASSAYS FOR THE DETERMINATION OF TERBINAFINE HCL ANTIFUNGAL DRUG IN PHARMACEUTICALS
Authors: Qarah Nagib , El-maaıden Ezzouhra , Basavaiah Kanakapura
Published: July 2024

Objective: Two highly sensitive, accurate, inexpensive, and simple spectrophotometric assays were developed and validated for the determination of an anti-fungal drug, Terbinafine HCl (TBH), in pure drug and tablets using potassium permanganate (PP) and disodium 2-(1,3-dioxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-2-yl)quinoline-6,8-disulfonate (DSOQ).
Material and Method: In the present study, Sebifin and Terbiforce 250 mg tablets were used as pharmaceuticals, potassium permanganate KMnO4 and disodium 2-(1,3-dioxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-2-yl)quinoline-6,8-disulfonate in water were used as reagents, and DR 3900 spectrophotometer equipped with 1cm matched quartz cells was used for absorbance measurements.
Result and Discussion: The amount of terbinafine hydrochloride reacting with permanganate and disodium 2-(1,3-dioxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-2-yl)quinoline-6,8-disulfonate in an acidic medium has been determined. The colored reaction products in both cases were measured at the maximum absorptions of 540 nm and 440 nm, respectively. The absorbance measured in each assay as a function of TBH concentration was related to TBH concentrations. Different experimental and variable conditions of assays were done carefully, accurately studied, and optimized. The validation of two assays also was done by following the current guidelines of the International Conference on Harmonization (ICH). Beer’s law for the two methods is obeyed over the concentration ranges 1-15 µg/ml (Correlation coefficient = 0.9983) and 1-18 µg/ml (Correlation coefficient = 0.9989) for methods PP and DSOQ, respectively. Molar absorptivity, limits of detection, and quantification (LOD & LOQ) values were (1.38×104 l/ mol cm, 0.92 & 2.78 µg/ml) for PP assay, and (1.73×104 l/ mol cm, 0.09 & 0.27 µg/ml) for DSOQ assay, respectively. The two assays were successfully applied for the determination of TBH in commercial tablets with reliable and satisfactory results, and hence the proposed assays can be applied in pharmaceutical laboratories of quality control.
THE EFFECT OF MATURITY ON PHYTOCHEMICAL CONSTITUENT, ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITY, AND NUTRIENT COMPOSITION OF MUNTINGIA CALABURA FRUITS CULTIVATED IN INDONESIA
Authors: Hm Hendrawan , Khairi Nur , Fadri Alfat , Wahyuddin Wahyuddin , Aisyah Andi Nur , Sapra Amriani , Indrısarı Maulita , Lukman Lukman
Published: July 2024

Objective: Cultivation location and maturity levels could affect Muntingia calabura's bioactive compounds and biological activities. The present investigation evaluated two different maturity stages (young and ripened) of Indonesian M. calabura on their phytochemical constituents (total phenolic [TP] and total flavonoid [TF]), antioxidant activity, and nutrition composition.
Material and Method: The TP and TF were measured using the Folin-Ciocalteau reagent and ammonium chloride (AlCl3). Antioxidant activity was evaluated using 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) and 2,2′-azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic) acid (ABTS). Nutrition composition: total soluble solids (TSS) were determined by the gravimetric method; soluble sugars used anthrone-sulfuric acid colorimetric assays; and vitamin C established 2,6-dichloroindophenol (DCIP) titration.
Result and Discussion: The ripened fruit presented the most potent antioxidant activity. DPPH and ABTS IC50 values were 28.38 ± 0.84 µg/ml and 29.92 ± 3.05 µg/ml, respectively. In contrast, the young fruit exhibited the highest TP (56.85 ± 1.08 mg/g GAE) and TF (8.45 ± 0.65 mg QE). Our findings additionally suggested that ripened fruit was a good source of nutrients, such as soluble sugar (SS; 12.34 ± 0.76%) and vitamin C (21.88 ± 2.73 mg/g).
INVESTIGATION OF THE PREVALENCE OF EXPIRED AND UNUSED PHARMACEUTICALS IN THE ANKARA REGION
Authors: Saka Ongun Mehmet
Published: July 2024

Objective: Due to the increase in the market share of pharmaceuticals and the unconscious use of medicines, unused or expired medicines are being discarded in a way that harms the environment. This study aims to examine which medicines are brought to collection points as household waste in order to reduce waste medicines from the source.
Material and Method: The medicines collected in 12 spontaneously selected pharmacies operating in low and high income levels in the Ankara region were recorded at different periods during one year and the results were statistically evaluated. 4852 waste medicines were sorted and classified according to pharmaceutical dosage form and indication
Result and Discussion: Unopened 521 medicines were discarded. In addition, it was seen which drug groups create waste in socio-economic terms. In addition to the damage to the environment, it has created a foresight to prevent drug waste that creates a deficit in the budget.
Identification of Bioactive Compounds from Pedada Fruit Extract (Sonneratia Caseolaris) to Prevent Stunting
Authors: Damayanti Azarine Ahnafia , Diarsvitri Wienta , Nefertiti Eva Pravitasari , Rahayu Indri Ngesti
Published: July 2024

Stunting is a problem that still cannot be resolved throughout the world, especially in Indonesia. Children who are malnourished show high levels of blood oxidative stress biomarkers as well as inhibition in growth. To understand prevention of stunting, research was conducted using pedada fruit (Sonneratia caseolaris) which is a mangrove plant taken at the Wonorejo Magrove Ecotourism, Rungkut District, Surabaya City, East Java. The results of the research were used to reveal that there are bioactive compounds in pedada fruit extract to prevent stunting. This research used One Shot Experimental Study. The variables studied used primary data from screening of phenolic and flavonoid antioxidant metabolite compounds at the FK UHT Pharmacy Laboratory and screening for Cu, Fe, Zn mineral content at the UPT East Java Nutrition Laboratory. Result: Based on the results of qualitative phytochemical screening, pedada fruit contained phytochemical compounds, namely phenolics and flavonoids. Mineral screening of pedada fruit was carried out using the Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry (AAS) method. Pedada fruit extract contained zinc (Zn) of 1.057 mg, while copper (Cu) and iron (Fe) of 0 mg.
Clinical Characteristics of Children with Refrative Amblyopia at Cipto Mangunkusumo National Referral Hospital
Authors: Yulia Dian Estu , Barliana Julie Dewi , Sitorus Rita Sita , Putri Meuthia Rana , Soeharto Diajeng Ayesha
Published: July 2024

Amblyopia, commonly referred to as 'lazy eye’, manifests as a reduction in best corrected visual acuity (BCVA) in the absence of detectable ocular structural abnormalities. Refractive amblyopia specifically denotes a subtype of amblyopia arising from uncorrected refractive errors. A retrospective descriptive analysis was conducted on medical records of all pediatric patients with refractive amblyopia at the Department of Ophthalmology, Cipto Mangunkusumo Kirana National Referral Hospital, Jakarta, Indonesia in 2018 to 2022. A total of 391 eyes of 224 patients were included. Median age was 8 (5-18) years, with majority being older than 7 years of age (58.7%). Leading method of treatment was with spectacles alone (80.4%). Overall amblyopia improvement was mostly observed after six months of treatment. In conclusion, refractive amblyopia at our hospital was highly prevalent among children. Thus, early detection and treatment of refractive errors in children is essential to prevent refractive amblyopia.
Discrepant Results of Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) and Videofluoroscopy Swallowing Study (VFSS) in Myasthenia Gravis’ Patient
Authors: Tamin Susyana , Octavia Devianty
Published: July 2024

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune neuromuscular disorder that causes weakness in skeletal muscles. Dysphagia is an early symptom that is often found in 6-15% of patients with myasthenia gravis. Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) and Video Fluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS) examinations are routinely used to diagnose dysphagia. This paper reports a case of  Male, 51 years old diagnosed with neurogenic oropharyngeal dysphagia due to MG. Swallowing evaluation post-therapy and rehabilitation programs were carried out. Interestingly both FEES and VFSS had a significant discrepant result. In cases of dysphagia due to MG, when interpreting objective swallowing function examination, confounding factors such as fatigue, timing of examinations, and time of taking medication specifically anticholinesterase (Pyridostigmine), should be taken into consideration.
Flora Current State of Rosaceae Woody Species in Mountain Xerophytic and Steppe Vegetation of Ordubad District
Authors: Babayeva S.
Published: July 2024

The current state of the tree family Rosaceae is considered. As a result of the research, the taxonomic composition, life forms, ecological groups, geographical areas and classes of tree species of the Rosaceae family, widespread in the mountain-xerophytic and steppe vegetation of the flora of the Ordubad district, were revealed. When characterizing the Rosaceae tree species of the mountain-xerophytic and steppe zone of the flora of the Ordubad region, it was established: Rosa— 14 (29.1%), Prunus — 6 (12.5%), Crataegus — 5 (10.4%), Pyrus — 5 (10.4%), Sorbus — 5 (10.4%), Cotoneaster — 5 (10.4%), Rubus— 3 (6.25%), Spiraea — 2 (4.16%) and 1 (2.08%) each of Malus, Louiseaniaand Pyracantha. The structure of the flora of the Ordubad region is dominated by species belonging to the genus RosaL. They are part of the shrub steppes and form independent groups and unique communities.
Bioecological Characterization of Nematode Distribution Among Livestock in the North-Eastern Territories of the Lesser Caucasus of Azerbaijan Republic
Authors: Hasanova A.
Published: July 2024

Helminthological studies of sheep and goats were conducted in the northeastern territories of the Lesser Caucasus of the Republic of Azerbaijan in 2013-2022. The northeastern areas of the Lesser Caucasus include Ganja and Goygeli, Dashkesan, Geranboy, Naftalan, Samukh, Shamkir, Tovuz, Agstafa, Gazakh and Kadabek districts, as well as the areas around the Kura and Jeyranchel rivers, which are wintering places of livestock farms. This process plays a special role in the formation of helminth fauna of animals, as small horned livestock farms in these areas lead a nomadic and sedentary lifestyle. As a result of helminthological research 52 species of helminths, including 43 species of nematodes were identified. Of these, 7 species are indicated for the study region for the first time. All detected nematode species were registered in sheep, while only 26 species were found in goats, which are common to the sheep helminth fauna. These helminth species can be considered as permanent elements of the helminthofaunistic complex of livestock production in the studied region. It was found that young sheep and goats are relatively heavily infested with helminths. Infestation is higher in late spring — early summer and early fall. For this purpose, 957 sheep and 619 goats were examined for nematode pathogens in different landscape-ecological zones of the region by the method of complete helminthological autopsy according to K. I. Skryabin. Some species of helminths are absent in the studied animals before driving them to summer pastures but are observed in them after their return to wintering. Animals become infected by ingesting larvae or mature helminth eggs on summer pastures. -
Status and Prospects for the Use of Remote Sensing Data for the Detection of Wildfires
Authors: Shaimardanov D. , Atnabaev A. , Mukhametov D. , Pavlova L.
Published: July 2024

The article discusses the problem of fires as a serious threat to life, economy and ecosystems, highlighting the need for early detection and suppression of fires. The potential of the combination of Earth remote sensing and neural networks for rapid and accurate detection of natural fires is studied. The significance of applying artificial intelligence, the development of deep learning methods for neural network models, to analyze space images and detect early signs of fires is emphasized. The article also provides examples of successful projects and research in the field of wildfire detection. The final part of the paper emphasizes the need for further research and development of neural network training methods, expansion of training datasets and improvement of space imagery acquisition technologies for effective control and prevention of fires, in order to protect the environment and minimize damage to people.