bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Development of Spinner Educational Media with the Assistance Of Interactive Power Points in Basic Mathematics Learning
Authors: Firdausi Nadiyah Azhar , Afiani Kunti Dian Ayu , Naila Ishmatun
Published: May 2023

The development of this media aims to measure the feasibility of Spinner Education media assisted by Interactive Power Point as a student learning media in class IV material at Muhammadiyah 13 Elementary School. Education and Interactive Power Point, the level of practicality of Spinner education media and Interactive Power Point, and the effectiveness level of Spinner Education and Interactive Power Point media. This research uses the R&D or Research and Development method and refers to the ADDIE development model. The results of the analysis of material validation that has been carried out by researchers get a percentage of 89%, and media validation gets a percentage of 89%. The results of the practicality analysis of the media get a percentage of 90% of the teacher's response and get a percentage of 91% of the student's response. At the analysis stage of the effectiveness of the media to get a learning completeness presentation of 88%. So it can be concluded that the media is suitable for use in the learning process in elementary schools.
Adult Necrotizing Enterocolitis Associated With Chronic Pancreatitis
Authors: Tripathi Sanjay P. , Konvolinka Carl W.
Published: May 2023

A case of adult necrotizing enterocolitis which occurred following subtotal pancreatectomy for advanced chronic pancreatitis is presented. Multiple perforations of the colon, ileum, jejunum, and duodenum were identified, associated with rod-shaped organisms in the tissues. Clostridium perfringens, which secretes a beta toxin known to cause necrosis of the intestine, was cultured from blood, sputum, and peritoneal fluid. Neutralization of beta toxin by proteolytic enzymes failed to occur due to poor exocrine function of the pancreas. This resulted in the manifestation of enterocolitis. A search of the English literature indicates that there has not been a previously reported association of adult enterocolitis and chronic pancreatitis.
A Random Study in a Rural Population of Diabetic Patients Comparing Diabetic Control With Depression Status
Authors: Skrocki Melanie , Lee Ferrol , Hoey Kamey , Spangler Zenaida
Published: May 2023

Diabetus mellitus and depression are two major medical disorders that afflict many Americans. Studies have shown that there is an increased prevalence of depression among diabetic patients.1 Research has indicated that depression has effects on a diabetic patient’s weight and glycohemoglobin (HbA1c) values.2 This study examined a population of rural diabetes patients from the Guthrie Clinic, Sayre campus. The effects of depression status on their mean percent of ideal body weight (%IBW) and mean glycohemoglobin (HbA1c) values over a three year study period were determined. The results of the study indicate a significant difference between %IBW of depressed versus non-depressed diabetic patients after only six months.
Prevalence of Tuberculosis Infection in a Rural Substance Abuse Clinic and Correctional Facility
Authors: Higginson Sean , Lenox Robert J.
Published: May 2023

In Bradford County (population 69,000), in northern Pennsylvania, we tested 26 subjects at a correctional facility and 35 subjects at a substance abuse clinic to determine the prevalence of tuberculosis (TB) infection in a rural high-risk setting and to see how it differed from prevalence in an urban high risk setting. In addition to PPD testing, data were collected on each subject’s race, gender, and risk factors for tuberculosis disease. Of the subjects who returned for a recheck at the correctional facility, 8.0% of them tested positive for infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis. None of the subjects from the substance abuse clinic tested positive. These prevalence rates were considerably lower than those found in urban studies performed in similar high-risk settings; however, significant differences in racial stratification and HIV prevalence were also observed between the two populations, thus possibly affecting rates of TB infection.1-5
Antiaging Effects of Limonene in Ageing-Induced HaCaT Cells
Authors: Secerli Jülide , Erdem Onur , Bacanlı Merve
Published: May 2023

Limonene, obtained from citrus oils such as orange, grapefruit, and lemon, is widely used in cosmetics as a scenting agent. It is regarded as safe because it is not mutagenic, carcinogenic, or nephrotoxic to people and has low human toxicity. This study aims to show the beneficial effects of limonene against hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) induced ageing in human keratinocytes (HaCat) cell line. For this purpose, the concentration value at which H2O2 can cause ageing in HaCaT cells was determined as 200 µM by the MTT method. Then, cytotoxic effects of limonene (1, 10, 25, 50, 100, 250 and 500 µg/mL) alone and in aging-induced cells were determined by the MTT method; possible antigenotoxic effects were determined by alkaline single-cell gel electrophoresis (Comet) method. According to the results obtained, limonene, an ingredient in cosmetics, has protective effects against skin aging in HaCaT cells.
Editorial Information
Authors: Alam AHM Zahirul
Published: May 2023

AIMS & SCOPE OF INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL ON INTEGRATION OF KNOWLEDGE (IJIoK)
The International Journal on Integration of Knowledge aims to promote excellence by providing avenues for academics and professionals to publish current and significant research in integrating knowledge that test, extend, or build theories.   This multidisciplinary journal considers review and research articles related to Social Sciences and Humanities, Science and Technology, Health and Life Science, Finance and Commerce, and Language and Literature. IJIoK accepts submissions from all fields and any source for fundamental and applied investigations related to the Integration of Knowledge with peer review, ensuring high-quality articles.
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INTEGRATION OF KNOWLEDGE: CONNECTING THE DOTS
Authors: Abdul Razak Dzulkifli Bin
Published: May 2023

Integration of knowledge and ideas in reality is increasingly becoming relevant as the call for transdisciplinary gains momentum in recent times especially in the face of many global changes. The search for long-term, sustainable solutions ought to be multidisciplinary in nature so as to provide transformative changes, rather than an incremental and linear alternative. For example, the severity of the climate crisis demands a change in the conventional framework to one that is more impactful with a radical outcome. Open innovative approaches that cover beyond technological outcomes to enable social, communal and institutional dimensions are imperative for a success sustainable change as the real-world drivers in the transformational process. This means the need for an integration of knowledge and ideas through both multi- and transdisciplinary approaches are crucial in delivering the oft quoted goal of  “no one left behind” – an global objective in embracing the overarching goal for humanity as depicted in 2030 Agenda Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
EXPLORING THE TRADITIONAL THERAPY FOR CATARACT BASED ON THE MALAY MEDICAL MANUSCRIPT: A SCOPING REVIEW
Authors: Badarudin Noor Ezailina
Published: May 2023

In the ancient medical manuscripts, there were many medical remedies and ingredients used to treat certain diseases. However, the presence of materia medica in medical manuscripts to treat cataract is still intriguing and has not been fully explored. This review aims to identify the most common material medica and its formulation in treating cataract in the Malay medical manuscript as well as to identify its published scientific support.
Method: This study involves a qualitative descriptive analysis on Malay Medical Manuscripts and articles of scientific journals to obtain data, based on a scoping review.
Results: The common materia medica in cataract treatment stated in the Malay Medical Manuscripts are citrus and biles. The frequency of both ingredients being mentioned in the manuscripts are 3 times each across 6 Malay Medical Manuscripts, which contain 10 formulations on cataract.
Conclusion: The commonly mentioned material medica in the manuscript such as citrus and biles may become a potential material for further scientific investigation in treating cataract.
PATIENT CHARACTERISTICS AND RISK FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO DISEASE PROGRESSION AMONG HOSPITALISED PATIENTS WITH COVID-19: LESSON FROM MALAYSIA
Authors: Othman Nurul Syafiqah , Che Suraya Zin  , Nor Hidayah Mohd Taufek
Published: May 2023

Background: Patients who were hospitalised with severe COVID-19 infection could progress to severe conditions due to various factors, whereas some patients may recover to mild conditions quickly. There was limited information regarding characteristics and factors affecting disease progression in this population in Malaysia. This study aimed to investigate patient characteristics and risk factors contributing to disease progression among COVID-19 patients during hospitalisation.
Methods: A retrospective cross-sectional study using electronic medical record data from COVID-19 patients admitted to two public hospitals in East Coast Malaysia from February 2020 to August 2021 was conducted. This study included patients with asymptomatic or mild condition (stage 1 – stage 3) upon hospital admission and progressed to severe condition (stage 4 – stage 5) during hospitalisation.
Results: A total of 163 patients were included (57% male) with the age of (mean±SD, 62.3 ±14.0 years). Multivariable logistic regression associated with COVID-19 disease progression included elderly (OR, 1.06; 95% CI, 1.04, 1.08; p = ≤0.05), diabetes mellitus (OR, 2.27; 95% CI, 1.27, 4.06; p = 0.006), chronic kidney disease (OR, 4.87; 95% CI, 1.92, 12.38; p=0.001), and presented with more than three COVID-19 symptoms (OR, 9.80; 95% CI, 6.08-15.81, p = ≤0.05).
Conclusion: Risk factors for COVID-19 disease progression included elderly patients, comorbidities of diabetes mellitus, chronic kidney disease or more than three COVID-19 symptoms. Close monitoring and early intervention should be implemented for these patients to prevent the disease progression and poor prognosis.
Political conversations and regret: A qualitative evaluation on the aftermath of political discussions on social media
Authors: Goyanes Manuel , Borah Porismita , Gil de Zúñiga Homero
Published: May 2023

The fundamental role of political discussions in democracy has been frequently highlighted by quantitative and qualitative literature at the intersection of political communication and media effects. Most research has revolved around whether, and if so under what conditions, social media platforms constitute public spaces where democracy can be nurtured and promoted. Building on this literature and underscoring the importance of individuals’ self-effects theories, this qualitative study, based on 42 in-depth interviews, clarifies how social media users navigate political discussions and their ulterior affective and cognitive processes, introducing the notion of political discussion regret. Specifically, this concept fundamentally emphasizes the sterility of partaking in political discussions as the main motivation for users’ cognitive lamentation, which indirectly cancels the presumed muscle of social media as the sphere of public and private political discussion and deliberations. Implications of the study’s findings and main theoretical consequences for the political discussion literature are also provided.
المحاسبة السحابية في الشركات السعودية في القرن الواحد والعشرين
Authors: أبو عمارة مصطفى محمد جمعة , الحركان أحمد بن عبد الكريم
Published: May 2023

تناول البحث الإطار النظري للمحاسبة السحابية من حيث تعريفها ومزاياها وعيوبها، كما تناول الجزء التطبيقي تحليل 124 استبانة إلكترونية وزعت على عينة من الشركات السعودية في مختلف القطاعات باستخدام أسلوب التحليل الإحصائي SPSS. ومن خلال البحث تم الوصول إلى النتائج التالية: تطبق الشركات السعودية المحاسبة السحابية بشكل عام، ومن مزايا تطبيق المحاسبة السحابية: سرعة وإصدار أوامر الشراء والفواتير في أي وقت، والحصول على قوائم مالية محدثة في أي وقت. بينما تتمثل سلبيات المحاسبة السحابية أنها تتأثر بسرعة الإنترنت والضغط على الشبكة، كما توجد ثغرات في نظام الأمن السيبراني لدى مزودي خدمة المحاسبة السحابية، وارتفاع تكلفة المحاسبة السحابية على المنافع المتوقعة منها. ونتج عن البحث مجموعة توصيات من ضمنها: ضرورة قيام شركات المراجعة ومزودي الخدمة بعمل دورات تدريبية وورش عمل تبين مزايا وفوائد تطبيق المحاسبة السحابية لمنشآت الأعمال، وعمل معيار محاسبي يبين ما هي المحاسبة السحابية وآلية عملها والشروط المطلوبة لتطبيقها لدى منشآت الأعمال ولدى مزودي الخدمة، والتوصية للشركات التي ترغب بتطبيق المحاسبة السحابية بحل المشاكل التقنية مثل سرعة الإنترنت، والأمن السيبراني وتشفير قواعد البيانات حتى تستفيد من مزايا التحول الرقمي للمحاسبة السحابية.
Economic Analysis of the Effect of Social Capital on Food Security Status of Micro-Credit Households in Ekiti State Nigeria
Authors: Ojo Olaniyi O. , Amos Taiwo T , Balogun Olubunmi L , Oluwatayo Isaac B
Published: May 2023

This study examined the effects of social capital on food security status of microcredit households in Ekiti-state, Nigeria. Multi-stage sampling procedure was used in selecting the sample for the study. The data for the study were collected by using a well-structured questionnaire from three hundred and eighty-six microcredit households in Ekiti-state. The data were analysed using descriptive, Foster, Greer and Thorbecke measure and probit regression model. The result showed that the average age of the sampled heads of households was 47.3years. Average years of formal education and size of households in the study area were about 6.8 years and 7 persons respectively. The results of the social capital dimensions in the study area showed that the average membership density index was 37.25% while decision making participation index was 61.44%. Heterogeneity and meeting attendance indices were 52.89% and 45.02% respectively. Cash and labour indices were 40.42% and 21.18% respectively. The mean social capital value was 12.10%. The results of the probit regression showed that age, age squared, household size, occupation, years of formal education, membership density, decision making participation, meeting attendance and heterogeneity indices of households significantly influenced food security. The use of instrumental variables led to an increase in the value of adjusted from 0.3760 to 0.3996 relative to the use of the real social capital index. It is recommended that policy that will make households (particularly food insecure ones) participate in associations should be formulated.
Transient Numerical Study to Determine the Effect of Inlet Angle Variation on Flow Conditions inside a Circular Aquaculture Tank
Authors: Ahmad Wali El-Haq  , Ryan Anugrah Putra
Published: May 2023

Seeing how great the contribution and potential of the aquaculture sector to the fulfillment of food for the people of Indonesia, the development of aquaculture including the Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) is very important to be carried out intensively. An important aspect that should be considered for the development of RAS is maintaining water quality as the main medium of cultivation. Optimization of the aquaculture tank is an effort that can be conducted to achieve this goal. A transient numerical study to determine the effect of inlet angle variation on flow conditions inside a circular aquaculture tank was conducted to assess the optimum geometry for the application. Single-phase CFD simulations using the k-ω SST turbulent model were carried out to evaluate the effect of inlet nozzle angle variations. Three angle variations 0°, 45°, and 90° were selected and the resultant fluid flow conditions were analyzed. From the CFD results, it can be known that the optimum condition for the circular aquaculture tank is achieved for the angle 0° among the tested angle in this present study.
Worry and stress coping strategies among youth: the mediating role of psychological resilience
Authors: Talik Elżbieta
Published: May 2023

Purpose
The purpose of this study was to determine the mediating role of psychological resilience in the relationship between worry and stress coping strategies used by young people.
Method
The study involved 404 individuals aged 15–20 years (M = 18.23, SD = 1.29). In order to assess worry, we used the Penn State Worry Questionnaire for Children (PSWQ-C) by  Chorpita. Psychological resilience was measured with the Polish SPP-18 scale by Ogińska-Bulik and Juczyński, and stress coping was assessed by means of the “How do you cope?” Scale (JSR) by Juczyński and Ogińska-Bulik.
Results
The results obtained suggest that resilience is a significant predictor of a correlation between worry and stress coping strategies, where mediation takes the form of suppression in relation to the strategies of active coping and social support seeking; for the emotion-focused strategy a partial mediation is observed.
Conclusion
Psychological resilience mediates the correlation between worry and stress coping, but the nature of this mediation is complex, and it varies depending on different coping strategies.
Theoretical background of high sensitivity ‒ systematic review
Authors: Baryła-Matejczuk Monika , Ferrer-Cascales Rosario , Albaladejo-Blázquez Natalia , Ruiz-Robledillo Nicolas , Fernández-Alcántara Manuel , Rubio-Aparicio Maria , Lillo-Crespo Manuel , Costa-López Borja
Published: May 2023

Aim
The aim of the article is to systematize the knowledge regarding the theoretical background of the notion referred to in numerous studies as high sensitivity. The basis for the undertaken analyses is the concept of sensory processing sensitivity, which is important for the theoretical development of the issue of environmental sensitivity. Due to its application value, the concept is used in applied studies of individual differences in sensitivity to environmental stimuli. Based thereon, psychometric tools are developed to measure sensitivity, understood as a phenotypic trait in adults and children.
Method
The article presents qualitative research that was carried out using a systematic literature review (PRISMA) as part of the project “High sensitivity ‒ innovative module in human sciences” (HSP) No. 2020-1-PL01-KA203-082261. The study was conducted using the following databases: PubMed, ScienceDirect and Scopus.
Results
As part of the systematic review, 821 articles were identified containing the keywords “sensory processing sensitivity” OR “highly sensitive person” AND “theory” OR “theoretical background”. After eliminating duplicating articles (n = 33), titles and abstracts were analysed. In the next step, 705 articles were removed in line with the adopted exclusion criteria, and after analysing the full text, another 74 articles were excluded. Eventually, 12 articles were included in the review.
Conclusions
The obtained results indicate that in the context of the research conducted in this field, three main concepts are mentioned: Differential Sensitivity, Sensory Processing Sensitivity and Biological Sensitivity to Context. Research proves the independence of the sensory processing sensitivity trait from other traits, such as neuroticism or introversion. The concept of environmental sensitivity demonstrates its application value, and psychometric tools are developed within its framework.
CHICANERY: Senior Academic Appointments in Antipodean Anthropology, 1920–1960
Authors: Gray Geoffrey , Munro Doug , Winter Christine
Published: May 2023

Academic appointments can bring forth unexpected and unforeseen contests and tensions, cause humiliation and embarrassment for unsuccessful applicants and reveal unexpected allies and enemies. It is also a time when harsh assessments can be made about colleagues’ intellectual abilities and their capacity as a scholar and fieldworker. The assessors’ reports were often disturbingly personal, laying bare their likes and dislikes that could determine the futures of peers and colleagues. Chicanery deals with how the founding Chairs at Sydney, the Australian National University, Auckland and Western Australia dealt with this process, and includes accounts of the appointments of influential anthropologists such as Raymond Firth and Alexander Ratcliffe-Brown.
‘Out of touch’
Authors: Aagaard Jesper , Stenalt Maria Hvid , Selwyn Neil
Published: May 2023

In the wake of COVID-19, enthusiasm is growing for hybrid and other blended forms of teaching. Before celebrating the hybrid future of education, however, it is instructive to interrogate its hybrid presence. Accordingly, this article explores pedagogical challenges prompted by the pandemic pivot to online teaching. Analysing qualitative survey data from Danish university teachers (n = 488), we identify five critical stances towards educational technology: (1) technologies are fine when used correctly; (2) technical issues are a major obstacle; (3) hybrid teaching is overwhelming; (4) one's sense of students suffers online; and (5) students hide behind their screens. Based on these results, this article identifies two challenges for the hybrid future of education: the problem of presence and the webcam-related tension between surveillance and care.
Book Review
Authors: Gibson Andrew G.
Published: May 2023

Matt Brim (2020), Poor Queer Studies: Confronting Elitism in the University. Durham, NC: Duke University Press, 264 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4780-0914-6
The Mediating Role of Self-Esteem in the Relationship Between Social Media Use and Life Satisfaction: A Study of WhatsApp Users
Authors: Bukhari Semab Fur , Iftikhar Ifra , Bajwa Amir Mehmood
Published: May 2023

This research aimed to understand how self-esteem influences the connection between social media use and satisfaction. The research centred on how people utilize WhatsApp as a social networking platform. In this study, we looked at how often people use WhatsApp and how that correlates with how satisfied they are in general. 255 people who regularly use social media were surveyed on their habits, self-esteem, level of satisfaction with life, and other factors. Using structural equation modelling, the data were examined. According to the results, self-esteem moderated the positive association between social media use and contentment. This study underlines the moderating influence of self-esteem between social media use and life satisfaction. To further understand the beneficial impacts of social media use on psychological health, future research should focus on activity theory and the concept of a sense of mastery.
The Influence of Media Coverage on Education Policy-making: A Comparative Analysis of the United States and the United Kingdom
Authors: Zehra Arjumand , Qadir Saba , Latif Muhammad
Published: May 2023

The media plays a significant role in shaping public opinion and influencing policy- making in various fields, including education. This paper explores the influence of media coverage on education policy-making in the United States and the United Kingdom. Through a comparative analysis of the two countries, this study examines the ways in which media coverage affects education policy-making and how this influence differs in distinct political and cultural contexts. Specifically, this paper examines the impact of media coverage on education policies such as school funding, standardized testing, and teacher evaluation. The findings reveal that media coverage has a considerable influence on education policy-making in both countries, but the degree of this influence varies depending on the political and cultural context.
Manejo de la crisis epiléptica en adultos en el servicio de emergencias
Authors: Gonzalo Quito Pomaquero
Published: May 2023

Introducción: Las crisis epilépticas se consideran una emergencia médica potencialmente mortal. Aunque abunda la literatura médica sobre las medidas terapéuticas es preciso resumir la evidencia para contribuir a la toma de decisiones con estos pacientes. Objetivo: Describir el tratamiento farmacológico y no farmacológico en sujetos adultos con crisis epilépticas en el departamento de emergencias. Metodología: Se incluyeron estudios publicados en bases de datos como Pubmed, y TripDatabase, guías de práctica clínica, metaanálisis, revisiones sistemáticas y síntesis de la evidencia. Para seleccionar y sintetizar la información se consideró la metodología PRISMA. Resultados: Se incluyeron 17 publicaciones (8 guías de práctica clínica, 2 documentos de consenso, 4 metaanálisis, 2 revisiones sistemáticas sin metaanálisis y 1 documento de síntesis de la evidencia). La evidencia consultada indica que el tratamiento farmacológico consiste en: Primera línea: benzodiacepinas: Loracepam 2 mg IV, Midazolam 10 mg IM o Diacepam 10-20 mg (IV). Segunda línea: Valproato de sodio: 20–40 mg/kg, Levetiracetam: 1000–4000 mg, Fenitoína: 15-20 mg/kg, Lacosamida: 400 mg (IV). Tercera línea: Tiopental: 2–7 mg/kg, Ketamina: 1 a 2 mg/kg, Midazolam: máx. 2 mg/ kg, Propofol: 200 mcg/kg/min. Las medidas no farmacológicas incluyen la preservar la vía aérea, monitorización continua, obtención de vía venosa, y apoyo ventilatorio. Conclusiones: Las crisis convulsivas representan una emergencia médica potencialmente mortal, el manejo de en pacientes adultos es escalonado; implica la puesta en práctica de medidas generales y específica, que tienen como propósito estabilizar al paciente, preservar su vida y evitar complicaciones.
ANALISIS PENDAPATAN PENGRAJIN KASUR DIDESA DALAKA KECAMATAN SINDUE KABUPATEN DONGGALA
Authors: Huzaemah Huzaemah , Latoki Labandingi , Sangkota Megawaty , Azis Abd , Yasin Muhamad , Abadiyah Ani Khuryatul
Published: May 2023

Desa Dalaka adalah salah satu Desa dari sekian banyak desa yang terdapat diwilayah kecamatan sindue kabupaten Donggala. Dilihat dari potensi alamnya maka desa ini memiliki modal dasar yang tak ternilai harganya. Potensi alamnya adalah sangat subur dan merupakan dataran rendah yang sangat  potensial untuk dijadikan tanah persawahan baik untuk dikembangkan secara intensifikasi maupun secara eksentifikasi. Desa Dalaka yang penduduknya kebanyakan bertani dan melaksanakan industri rumah tangga yang sangat maju yaitu pembuatan kasur dan bantal dari kapuk yang merupakan sumber mata pencaharian utama masyarakat di desa tersebut. Dilihat pesatnya industri rumah tangga ini diperkirakan sekitar 60% produksi kasur dan bantal di daerah Sulawesi Tengah adalah produksi dari Desa Dalaka. Sampai dengan tahun 2008 sebanyak 30 industri rumah tangga yang ada di Dalaka sebagai pengrajin kasur.

 

Kata Kunci : Analisis Pendapatan
الأثر الاقتصادي في الحياة السياسية في العصر العباسي الأول (۱۳۲ ه - ۲۳۲ ه)
Authors: حسن ناجي
Published: May 2023

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الاسلام وتكوين الغرب الأوربي في العصر الوسيط (نقد نظرية هنري بيرين)
Authors: الاسدي فلاح حسن
Published: May 2023

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Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) Screening In Pregnant Women and Diabetes in The Elderly Getasan
Authors: Widodo Widodo , Riyadi Ahmad , Widiyanto S.Y. Didik , Ayuni Aulia Qurotul
Published: May 2023

Type 1 and type 2 diabetes are influenced by genetic and environmental factors causing a decrease in β cell function resulting in hyperglycemia. Patients with hyperglycemia are at risk for chronic complications. The elderly have the potential to suffer from diabetes mellitus due to the age factor and the decreased ability of the body's metabolism. Whereas in pregnant women any hyperglycemia is considered gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), regardless of diabetes occurring before or during the current pregnancy GDM is diabetes diagnosed in the second trimester or later. This study aims to map cases of diabetes and gestational diabetes. This research is a non-experimental study with a survey method approach without intervention that is descriptive analytic research results of 48 people with a total of 14 men and 5 pregnant women out of a total of 34 female respondents. Examination results for supporting examinations obtained the results of 8 glucose samples with levels 200 mg/dl and those who had diabetes mellitus based on HbA1c examination were 6 people aged 45-65 years and as many as 3 people aged over 65 years. Respondents who had diabetes mellitus were 2 men and 4 women and none of the pregnant women had gestational diabetes. This research has an impact on the people who take part in this activity, one of which is getting education on how to maintain a healthy quality of life in old age and for those who enter the diabetes mellitus screening group, it is continued in the process of care and assistance by the Getasan Health Center.
The Relationship between Reproductive Hormones and Metabolic Parameters in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Authors: Ahmed Hind Sh. , Abbas Ahsan K.
Published: May 2023

Background: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a condition associated with chronic anovulation, and androgen excess. Clinically, PCOS women usually presents with menstrual irregularities, infertility, and hirsutism. Women with this syndrome are at increased risk of metabolic syndrome (MS).Patients and Methods: This study was conducted during the period from March 2013 until the end of September 2013. A total of 50 PCOS women were studied   (25 PCOS women with MS and 25 PCOS women without MS) with an age ranged from (35-45) years. Women with PCOS were referred to Medical City Hospital in Baghdad and compared with 25 healthy women as control group. Serum luteinizing hormone (LH), follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), prolactin, progesterone, testosterone, fasting serum glucose (FSG), serum triacylglycerol (TAG), and high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) were measured for each individuals.Objective: To study the characteristics of the MS in women with PCOS.
Results:  Means of FSG, TAG, LH, prolactin, progesterone, testosterone levels, and LH/FSH ratio were significantly elevated in PCOS women than in the control group, while serum HDL-C levels were significantly lowered in PCOS women than in the control. There was a significant increase in FSG and TAG in PCOS women with MS as compared to PCOS women without MS, (P=0.0001). While, there was a significant decrease in serum HDL-C in PCOS women with MS as compared to PCOS women without MS. No significant differences were found in LH, FSH, prolactin, progesterone, testosterone, LH/FSH ratio, day of menstrual cycle, and duration of infertility between PCOS women with and without MS.                                                                       Conclusions: The present study showed that PCOS women with MS had abnormalities in hormonal and lipid profile.
Optimasi WWR untuk Penghawaan dan Pengendalian Kebisingan Lingkungan dalam Hunian Tropis Lembab
Authors: Samodra FX Teddy Badai
Published: May 2023

Dalam lingkungan perkotaan, penghawaan dan kebisingan merupakan faktor yang paling penting dalam mempengaruhi lingkungan dalam bangunan. Penelitian ini mengkaji WWR (Window to Wall Ratio) sebagai kompromi kebutuhan penghawaan dan pengendalian kebisingan rumah Jawa yang menjadi studi kasus dari hunian tropis lembab. Kebutuhan luas bukaan (WWR) memiliki perilaku yang kontradiktif, yaitu antara kebutuhan bukaan maksimal untuk aliran angin dan minimum untuk mengurangi kebisingan. Lokasi penelitian ini berada di dataran rendah (Surabaya, 0-50 m msl) dan di dataran tinggi (Malang, 440-667 m msl). Kedua kota besar tersebut dipilih karena memiliki kemiripan budaya dan arsitektur. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa rentang WWR sebagai bentuk integrasi pemenuhan kebutuhan penghawaan dan pengendalian kebisingan, yaitu dataran rendah/siang hari: 0.13-100% (standar survei), 0.13-5.24% (standar WHO); dataran rendah/malam hari: 0-100% (standar survei), 0-3.24% (standar WHO); dataran tinggi/siang hari: 0.24-100% (standar survei), 0.24-70.48% (standar WHO); dan dataran tinggi/malam hari: 0-100% (standar survei/standar WHO).
Pendampingan Desain Pemanfaatan Lahan Terlantar di Kompleks Perumahan melalui Pendekatan Komunitas
Authors: Dewiyanti Dhini , Natalia Tri Widianti , Aditya Nova Chandra
Published: May 2023

Fenomena adanya lahan kosong yang tidak terawat dalam sebuah lingkungan perumahan dan dimanfaatkan oleh pihak-pihak tertentu karena dianggap sudah tidak diawasi oleh pemilik tanah yang sah, seringkali terjadi. Jika terjadi dalam kurun waktu yang sangat lama, terkadang pemanfaat lahan tersebut membuat duplikasi sertifikat dengan cara ilegal yang di kemudian hari akan terjadi sengketa dengan pemilik tanah yang sah. Kegiatan pendampingan masyarakat ini dilakukan pada lahan milik Rukun Warga di lingkungan Perumahan Dosen UNPAD, Cigadung, Bandung, yang memiliki beberapa lahan “hilang” status karena diakui oleh pihak-pihak yang tidak bertanggung jawab. Lahan yang akan digarap, sementara ini terlihat tidak terawat dan dikhawatirkan akan diakui oleh pihak lain apabila tidak segera dimanfaatkan. Melalui pendekatan komunitas, mahasiswa yang dilibatkan pada kegiatan pengabdian ini, melakukan aktivitas mulai dari pengukuran, pemetaan, wawancara kepada sejumlah tokoh masyarakat, serta warga. Kegiatan ini memberikan sebuah kesadaran mengenai pentingnya sebuah kerjasama dan komunikasi yang terjalin antar generasi, mengingat komunitas warga memiliki rentang usia yang beragam.
Therapeutic Potential of Microbiota Modulation in Alzheimer’s Disease: A Review of Preclinical Studies
Authors: Benichou Haziot Carla , Birak Kulbir Singh
Published: May 2023

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common neurodegenerative disease, yet it currently lacks effective treatment due to its complex etiology. The pathological changes in AD have been linked to the neurotoxic immune responses following aggregation of Aβ and phosphorylated tau. The gut microbiota (GM) is increasingly studied for modulating neuroinflammation in neurodegenerative diseases and in vivo studies emerge for AD. This critical review selected 7 empirical preclinical studies from 2019 onwards assessing therapy approaches targeting GM modulating microglia neuroinflammation in AD mouse models. Results from probiotics, fecal microbiota transplantation, and drugs were compared and contrasted, including for cognition, neuroinflammation, and toxic aggregation of proteins. Studies consistently reported significant amelioration or prevention of cognitive deficits, decrease in microglial activation, and lower levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines, compared to AD mouse models. However, there were differences across papers for the brain regions affected, and changes in astrocytes were inconsistent. Aβ plaques deposition significantly decreased in all papers, apart from Byur dMar Nyer lNga Ril Bu ( BdNlRB) treatment. Tau phosphorylation significantly declined in 5 studies. Effects in microbial diversity following treatment varied across studies. Findings are encouraging regarding the efficacy of study but information on the effect size is limited. Potentially, GM reverses GM derived abnormalities, decreasing neuroinflammation, which reduces AD toxic aggregations of proteins in the brain, resulting in cognitive improvements. Results support the hypothesis of AD being a multifactorial disease and the potential synergies through multi-target approaches. The use of AD mice models limits conclusions around effectiveness, as human translation is challenging.
Improved PSS timing synchronization algorithm and IoT application in cross-border e-commerce risk identification
Authors: Liu Ting
Published: May 2023

In this paper, a new timing synchronization algorithm for the main synchronous signal (PSS) is proposed for the risk identification of cross-border e-commerce in the Internet of things, aiming at the problems of poor performance of anti frequency bias and high computational complexity of the improved PSS timing synchronization algorithm. Based on the piecewise correlation algorithm, the normalized frequency deviation of PSS sequence is preset. The segmented ones are pre stored at the terminal by using the conjugate symmetry of PSS sequence. The fast correlation of each segment correlation window is realized by combining convolution and overlapping reservation block method. Then, the threshold judgment is made after the time delay accumulation of the correlation values of the segments is made, so as to complete the joint detection of timing synchronization and coarse frequency deviation. The simulation results show that the algorithm can improve the performance of the system anti frequency offset effectively, reduce the complexity of the calculation and show that the timing synchronization conditions of the Internet can be satisfied. At the same time, under the background of the current development of cross-border logistics, this paper reviews the current research status of Transnational E-commerce logistics and Transnational E-commerce logistics risk. By comparing the advantages and disadvantages of various risk assessment methods, neural network and genetic algorithm are selected as the basic risk assessment methods in this paper. Based on the improved PSS timing synchronization algorithm and the Internet of things, the risk indicators of e-commerce logistics transnational will be selected from five risk dimensions: platform risk, customs clearance risk, organizational risk, process risk and environmental risk. Through the comprehensive literature and expert’s opinion, the logistics risk assessment index system of cross-border e-commerce is established.
An approach to linguistic q-rung orthopair fuzzy multi-attribute decision making with LINMAP based on Manhattan distance measure
Authors: Gao Pengcheng , Chen Mingxian , Zhou Yu , Zhou Ligang
Published: May 2023

In order to estimate the deficiency of a city in its ability to prevent and control risks, as well as to evaluate the corresponding measures, this paper focuses on multi-attribute decision making based on LINMAP method and Manhattan distance at linguistic q-rung orthopair fuzzy. Manhattan distance is a new product that combines clustering distance with linguistic q-rung orthopair fuzzy to be able to use the data more effectively for measurement. LINMAP method is a decision making method based on ideal points, which can solve the weights as well as provide ideal solutions by linear programming model. The combination of the two can create a new decision-making method, which can effectively evaluate the decision scheme of social public facilities according to the actual needs of decision-makers. The new method has the following advantages: (1) the conditions of linguistic fuzzy numbers can be applied more comprehensively, making the decision more realistic and effective; (2) the Manhattan distance is more in line with the human way of thinking and closer to life; (3) after comparative study, the results produced by this method have certain reliability.
Complex objective optimization in fuzzy environments
Authors: Liu Wuniu , Li Zhihui , Li Yongming
Published: May 2023

Multi-objective optimization can be used to address possible conflicting relationships between multiple objectives. However, some objectives have a fuzzy temporal relationship between them, making it difficult to give a common method to portray the fuzzy temporal relationship. To fill this gap, we propose the concept of complex objectives, which can be described by fuzzy temporal logic that includes both temporal and logical operators. Furthermore, we investigated the optimal control problems of complex objectives and developed a fuzzy system called possibilistic decision systems (PDSs) to establish a framework for optimal control. In PDSs, states of fuzzy systems are determined by a family of variables, and transitions induced by actions between fuzzy states of systems are also fuzzy uncertain and determined by a possibility degree. Importantly, we proved that memoryless strategies are sufficient for optimal control of complex objectives. Finally, the theory presented in this paper is illustrated by a mobile robot simulation.
Monitoring and prediction of smart farming in fog-based IoT environment using a correlation based ensemble model
Authors: Sridevi A. , Preethi M.
Published: May 2023

The technologically adapted agricultural procedures convert conventional farming practices and introduce smart farming or smart agriculture. Manual interventions in farming are unavoidable, however, it was reduced due to the Internet of Things (IoT). Sensors are used to monitor the farms which reduce the manpower requirements as well the cost. In this research work, a smart monitoring and prediction system was developed using IoT along with Fog computing. The physical data from farms are collected through IoT sensors and processed using a novel correlation-based ensemble classifier. Fog computing is adopted in the proposed work to reduce the data transmission delay and computation complexities. Simulation analysis using benchmark datasets demonstrates the proposed model performance in terms of precision, recall, F1-score, and accuracy. Comparative analysis with conventional techniques like neural networks, extreme learning machine, and hybrid particle swarm optimization algorithm, validates the superior performance of the proposed model. With maximum accuracy of 96.67% proposed model outperforms conventional approaches.
Dual-path deep neural network architecture with explicit features for offline signature recognition
Authors: Tong Shekun , Peng Jie
Published: May 2023

In this work, with the aim of separating the genuine and forgery samples of the signature, we developed a new dual-path architecture using deep neural network and a traditional descriptor for feature extraction toward an automatic offline signature recognition. The proposed approach is an extended version of VGG-16, which is enhanced using our two paths architecture. In the first path, we explore features using a deep convolutional neural network, and in the second path, we discover global features using a traditional heuristic approach. For classical feature extraction, an innovative idea is presented, in which the descriptor is stable for some common changes, such as magnification and epoch, in the signature samples. Our traditional approach extracts global features that are stable with rotation and scaling. The proposed method was analyzed and compared with three well-known databases of CEDAR, UTsig, and GPDS signature images. A dual-patched model architecture is significantly more accurate than the basic model when compared to the basic model. In agreement with the proposed method, the best signature recognition accuracy on the CEDAR database is in the range of 98.04-99.96%, while the best recognition accuracy on the GPDS and UTsig databases is 98.04% and 99.56%, respectively. Furthermore, this technique has been compared with four popular methods such as VGG-S, VGG-M, VGG-16, and LS2Net. The presented approach achieved a recognition rate of 99.96% using a diverse signature database. Experimental results demonstrate that the proposed VGG-16 based signature recognition system is superior over texture-based and deep-learning methods and also outperforms the existing state-of-the-art results in this regard. It is expected that the proposed system will provide fresh acumen to the researchers in developing offline signature verification and recognition systems in other scripts.
Optimize cleaning school’s restroom by WSN and LSTM approach
Authors: Thao Le Quang , Linh Le Khanh , Thien Nguyen Duy , Cuong Duong Duc , Bach Ngo Chi , Dang Nguyen Ha Thai , Hieu Nguyen Ha Minh , Minh Nguyen Trieu Hoang , Diep Nguyen Thi Bich
Published: May 2023

The detection and prediction of cleaning conditions in school restrooms are crucial for reducing health risks and improving service quality. Traditional methods like manual hygienic inspection, fixed cleaning schedules, and automatic flushing devices have required large investments of money and effort from cleaning businesses to maintain cleanliness in school restrooms. To address this issue, we propose a prediction model based on Recurrent Neural Network (RNN) and Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) architecture. The model uses a dataset obtained from real-time conditions of the toilet via a wireless sensor network, enabling more efficient scheduling of toilet cleaning tasks. By predicting patterns of Ammoniac (NH3) concentrations and Relative Humidity (RH) levels over time, our LSTM model is superior to the RNN model in performance, significantly reducing deviations in the NH3 and RH values with RMSE values of 3.32 and 2.85, respectively. Furthermore, the model’s flexibility allows a variety of inputs to evaluate the need for cleaning at specific times, achieving maximum efficiency without requiring excessive neurons.
Application of the International Classification of Functioning principles to guide rehabilitation following hemipelvectomy in an adolescent with Li-Fraumeni syndrome: A case report
Authors: Ishii Haruki , Osterwald Ariane , Sukhov Renat
Published: May 2023

This case report details the complex case of an adolescent patient with chondroblastic osteosarcoma in the setting of Li-Fraumeni syndrome, leading to hemipelvectomy and post-operative complications. International Classification of Functioning principles were used as a roadmap for optimization of functional restoration and transition of care coordination.
Childhood Attachment with Parents as Predictor of Subjective Wellbeing in Emerging Adults
Authors: Khan Sarah , Riaz Dr. Rabia , Ali Zahra Barkat
Published: May 2023

The current study was intended to explore the dynamics of attachment relationships with the caregivers formed during childhood and the influence of this attachment on the well-being of the emerging adults. It was hypothesized that insecure (avoidant & anxious) attachment style with mother/father is negatively correlated with subjective well-being among emerging adults (18-25 years old). Furthermore, insecure attachment (avoidant & anxious) with mother/father in childhood predicts decreased subjective well-being in emerging adults. The sample comprised N = 403 undergraduate students, aged 18-25 years, from a public sector university. Experiences in Close Relationships- Relations Structure was used to assess the attachment insecurity of the adult with his/her mother and father both. Subjective well-being was measured using three scales: Satisfaction with Life Scale, Positive Affect Negative Affect Scale, and Flourishing Scale. The regression analyses showed that subjective well-being was significantly predicted by insecure attachment.

Keywords: attachment insecurity, subjective well-being, emerging adulthood