bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Injection-site Reactions to Sustained-release Meloxicam in Sprague–Dawley Rats
Authors: Stewart Leslie A , Imai Denise M , Beckett Laurel , Li Yueju , Lloyd K C , Grimsrud Kristin N
Published: September 2020

An extended-release formulation of the NSAID meloxicam (MSR) is used to provide 72 h of continuous analgesia in many species, including rodents. Although standard formulations of meloxicam are frequently used in rats with no observable injection-site reactions, the potential adverse
effects from MSR have not been characterized sufficiently nor has a prospective study of these effects been performed in rats. To address this deficiency, we evaluated injection-site reactions after a single subcutaneous administration of MSR (n = 16) or sterile saline (SC, n
= 6) in the flank of age- and sex-matched Sprague–Dawley rats. Mass and erythema scores were measured daily for 2 wk, and injection sites were collected for histopathology after euthanasia. Rats were randomly selected for euthanasia at 7 d (n = 12) or 14 d (n = 10) after
injection to capture the subacute and chronic phases of mass and erythematic lesion formation. No rats in the SC group developed lesions, whereas all 16 MSR-treated rats developed masses. The median time to first mass in the MSR treatment group was 3 d (95% CI, 2–3 d), and nearly 8 d
for erythema (95% CI, 6.7–9.1 d). The trajectory of mass lesion severity showed rapid progression from score 1 at onset (day 2 or 3) to score 2 for almost all animals by day 5 or 6. Histopathology was characterized by localized inflammation with central necrosis and peripheral fibrosis,
with some sections showing developing draining tracts. Given the high prevalence and severity of localized skin reactions, MSR analgesia should be considered carefully for Sprague–Dawley rats.
Deep Learning for Medicine and Remote Sensing: A Brief Review
Authors: Yüksel Mehmet Eren , Küçük Sefa , Yüksel Seniha Esen , Erdem Erkut
Published: September 2020

In recent years, deep learning methods have come to the forefront in many areas that require remote sensing, from medicine to agriculture, from defense industry to space research; and these methods have given more successful results as compared to traditional methods. The major difference between deep learning and classical recognition methods is that deep learning methods consider an end-to-end learning scheme which gives rise to learning features from raw data. In this study, we discuss the remote sensing problems and how deep learning can be used to solve these problems with a special focus on medical and defense applications. In particular, we review architectures within the deep learning literature and their use cases.
A Review on Heavy Metal Levels in Sea Cucumbers
Authors: Bat Levent , Ahmed Quratulan , Öztekin Ayşah , Arıcı Elif
Published: September 2020

Heavy metals can remain in the marine ecosystems for a long time, they may affect biota in the food chain as a result. Sometimes the existence of xenobiotics causes so great a alter in the ecosystem that a return to earlier, natural conditions is not viable. Human pressure on the sea’s resources is increasing, it affects the health of many organisms, leading to changes in the food chains and influencing accumulation in the tissues of biota. Sea cucumbers are being used for heavy metal pollution studies. They are preferred with their many features such as easy collection from the land, feeding with organic matter, contact with sediment, maintenance in laboratories, obtaining sufficient tissue, consuming some species. This review covers heavy metal studies with sea cucumbers in different seas. The results are compared with each other. In addition, the evaluation of the consumed sea cucumber species in terms of human health has been discussed.
A Class of Cognitive Diagnosis Models for Polytomous Data
Authors: Gao Xuliang , Ma Wenchao , Wang Daxun , Cai Yan , Tu Dongbo
Published: September 2020

This article proposes a class of cognitive diagnosis models (CDMs) for polytomously scored items with different link functions. Many existing polytomous CDMs can be considered as special cases of the proposed class of polytomous CDMs. Simulation studies were carried out to investigate the feasibility of the proposed CDMs and the performance of several information criteria (Akaike’s information criterion [AIC], consistent Akaike’s information criterion [CAIC], and Bayesian information criterion [BIC]) in model selection. The results showed that the parameters of the proposed CDMs could be recovered adequately under varied conditions. In addition, CAIC and BIC had better performance in selecting the most appropriate model than AIC. Finally, a set of real data was analyzed to illustrate the application of the proposed CDMs.
The “replication crisis” in the public eye: Germans’ awareness and perceptions of the (ir)reproducibility of scientific research
Authors: Mede Niels G. , Schäfer Mike S. , Ziegler Ricarda , Weißkopf Markus
Published: September 2020

Several meta-analytical attempts to reproduce results of empirical research have failed in recent years, prompting scholars and news media to diagnose a “replication crisis” and voice concerns about science losing public credibility. Others, in contrast, hoped replication efforts could improve public confidence in science. Yet nationally representative evidence backing these concerns or hopes is scarce. We provide such evidence, conducting a secondary analysis of the German “Science Barometer” (“Wissenschaftsbarometer”) survey. We find that most Germans are not aware of the “replication crisis.” In addition, most interpret replication efforts as indicative of scientific quality control and science’s self-correcting nature. However, supporters of the populist right-wing party AfD tend to believe that the “crisis” shows one cannot trust science, perhaps using it as an argument to discredit science. But for the majority of Germans, hopes about reputational benefits of the “replication crisis” for science seem more justified than concerns about detrimental effects.
The COVID-19 outbreak increases maternal stress during pregnancy, but not the incidence of postpartum depression
Authors: Boekhorst Myrthe , Muskens Lotte , Hulsbosch Lianne P. , Van Deun Katrijn , Bergink Veerle , Pop Victor , van den Heuvel Marion I.
Published: September 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic affects society and may especially have an impact on mental health of vulnerable groups, such as perinatal women. This prospective cohort study compared perinatal symptoms of depression and stress during and before the pandemic. Pregnancy-specific stress increased significantly in women during the pandemic. We found no increase in depressive symptoms during pregnancy nor an increase in incidence of postnatal depression during the pandemic. Clinicians should be aware of increased stress in pregnant women and offer adequate care.
Model dan Metode Menjelaskan Materi Natur Manusia Yesus Kepada Peserta Didik Kelas I-III Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Buulolo
Published: September 2020

Berbicara menjelaskan natur kemanusiaan Yesus kepada peserta didik kelas 1-3 SD, Guru tidak hanya mengajarkan apa yang diketahui kepada peserta didik khususnya Kristen tetapi bagaimana seorang guru memahami natur kemanusiaan Yesus dan menggunakan model dan metode yang tepat untuk menjelaskan kepada murid-murid khususnya kelas 1-3 SD. Sangat tidak mudah untuk menjelaskan hal ini kepada murid-murid kelas 1-3 SD karena peserta didik masih belum mengetahui dan mengenal natur kemanusiaan Yesus. Tugas guru PAK mengenai hal ini, di tuntut untuk lebih kreatif sehingga anak-anak mudah memahami dan membuat kelas menjadi menyenangkan.
The impact of food packaging on measured food intake: A systematic review of experimental, field and naturalistic studies
Authors: Chu Ruiqi , Hetherington Marion , Tang Tang
Published: September 2020

Chronic excess energy intake contributes to the development of overweight andobesity. Solutions are needed to guide consumers towards reducing food intake,especially high energy density (HED) and highly palatable foods. Food packaging, akey element of the eating environment, offers a potential solution to assist consumersin portion control. To investigate whether packaging design influences measured foodintake, a systematic search was undertaken in four electronic databases (OvidMedline; Ovid PsycInfo; Ovid Embase and Web of Science). This process yielded 1671discrete papers, of which 23 articles containing 40 relevant studies were retrieved.Overall, most (n = 36) of the manipulated packaging features influenced consumptionquantity with. The largest effect sizes were observed for packaging which guidedconsumers either by visual or functional features. For example, packaging size, imageson the front of the pack, as well as functional features such as partitioning andresealability all helped to reduce intake. However, individual differences and attentionalfocus mediate packaging effects. Overall, packaging features can be used to reducethe intake of HED foods and increase the intake of nutrient-dense foods (e.g., carrots).Future studies on packaging for portion control (downsizing) might benefit from longterm, randomised control trials to test effects outside of the laboratory context andapplied to everyday usage.
COVID-19 diagnostics: Current and Prospective Tools
Authors: Oishee Mumtarin Jannat , Ali Tamanna , Jahan Nowshin , Khandker Shahad Saif , Haq Ahsanul , Khondoker Mohib Ullah , Chowdhury Zafrullah , Sil Bijon Kumar , Jamiruddin Mohd. Raeed , Adnan Nihad
Published: September 2020

COVID-19 presents a major challenge to the current healthcare system worldwide while exposing multifaceted problems underlying the infrastructure as well as the preparedness of disaster management in relation to emerging infectious disease. Timely detection and confinement of infected cases present the first step in combating COVID-19. In this review, we explore different COVID-19 diagnostic methods that are available or under investigation. Cell culture followed by an indirect fluorescent antibody presents the most accurate method for SARS-CoV-2 detection through regulatory and commercial infeasibility prohibits its general implementation. Diagnosis by radiologic imaging along with reverse transcriptase PCR is widespread and is considered as standard while isothermal amplification methods are currently on the verge. CRISPR-Cas and microfluidics adds new dimension to SARS-CoV-2 detection. Moreover, immunoassays such as ELISA, LFIA, neutralization assay, and chemiluminescent assay, can also be used for detection and surveillance. Additionally, NGS and metagenomic analysis are smoothing the obscurities further in this challenge.
ACOFT ANZCOP SPIE Melbourne 2019 transversal filter 80 tap
Authors: Moss David
Published: September 2020

We demonstrate a high-Q RF transversal filter based on a 49GHz-FSR integrated microcomb source that provides 80 taps across the C-band. By employing an on-chip micro-ring resonator, we generate a broadband Kerr comb with a large number of comb lines and use it as a high-quality multi-wavelength source. A Q factor of 73.7, an out-of-band rejection of 48.9 dB, and a wide tunable range are demonstrated. The experimental results verify the feasibility of our approach as a solution towards implementing highly reconfigurable MPFs with a large tap number and reduced system complexity.Keywords: Radio frequency photonics, nonlinear optics, integrated optics
Increasing the Transparency of Systematic Reviews: Presenting a Generalized Registration Form
Authors: Van den Akker Olmo , Peters Gjalt - Jorn Ygram , Bakker Caitlin , Carlsson Rickard , Coles Nicholas Alvaro , Corker Katherine S. , Feldman Gilad , Mellor David Thomas , Moreau David , Nordström Thomas , Pfeiffer Nicole , Pickering Jade Samantha , Riegelman Amy , Topor Marta , van Veggel Nieky , Yeung Siu Kit
Published: September 2020

This Systematic Review Registration Form is intended as a general-purpose registration form. The form is designed to be applicable to reviews across disciplines (i.e., psychology, economics, law, physics, or any other field) and across review types (i.e., scoping review, review of qualitative studies, meta-analysis, or any other type of review). That means that the reviewed records may include research reports as well as archive documents, case law, books, poems, etc. This form, therefore, is a fall-back for more specialized forms and can be used if no specialized form or registration platform is available.
Evidence of Rising Rates of Inattentiveness on Lucid in 2020
Authors: Aronow Peter Michael , Kalla Joshua , Orr Lilla , Ternovski John
Published: September 2020

Lucid has become increasingly popular as a low-cost provider of online survey responses. In this memo, we share our concerns about Lucid’s recent data quality. First, a large and increasing number of survey respondents are failing attention checks. Second, respondents who pass and respondents who fail attention checks are systematically different. Many respondents who fail standard attention checks appear to provide low-quality data. We conclude that researchers should exercise caution when analyzing data recently collected from Lucid unless respondents were subject to stringent attention checks.
Mental Attitudes of Geriatric Edentulous Patients: A Review
Authors: Bhochhibhoya Amar
Published: September 2020

Caring for the geriatric edentulous patients is challenging, as it requires a holistic approach, which addresses both the physical as well as the psychological aspects of such patients. Considering the increase in number of elderly individuals, the clinician should have adequate patience and understanding of psychological and emotional factors to tactfully deal with their problems. The appraisal of psychology and mental attitude for the overall success of complete denture rehabilitation is well recognized. Although important, these aspects are ignored occasionally, which is one of the major reasons for the failure of adequately constructed complete dentures. This article provides a comprehensive review of relevant literature on the mental attitudes and personality of geriatric patients and highlights the necessity of considering these factors for the overall success of complete denture treatment.
Management of Spacing in Mandibular Anterior Teeth by Minimally Invasive Technique Using Laminates: A Case Report
Authors: Agrawal Hema , Singh RK , Suwal P , Parajuli P , Limbu IK , Basnet BB
Published: September 2020

People have become increasingly concerned about esthetics as a perfect smile gives patients more confidence and make them feel comfortable in social circumstances. Esthetic dental treatment plays an important role in improving personal appearance. Advances in dental materials have led to innovations in porcelain laminate veneers and bonding materials which has improved the overall quality of the esthetic restorations. This case report describes the rehabilitation of a patient with spacing in mandibularanterior teeth, who was concerned with his facial appearance, with ceramic laminate veneers.
Maxwell Zombies: Mulling and Mauling the Second Law of Thermodynamics
Authors: Sheehan Daniel
Published: September 2020

Over the last decade two new classes of thermodynamic paradoxes have been investigated at University of San Diego involving the recently identified phenomena of {\em epicatalysis} and {\em supradegeneracy}.  These paradoxes add to a growing list of challenges to the second law of thermodynamics begun in the early 1990s.
Lost Civilizations: The Secret Histories and Suppressed Technologies of the Ancients by Jim Willis
Authors: Alexander John B.
Published: September 2020

Lost Civilizations is at once intriguing but also challenging to all conventional wisdom. Perhaps that is as it should be and Willis certainly created an interesting compendium of mysterious archeological events combined with a generous exploration of mythology. Readers of the SSE Journal should know I am not a fan of the “Out of Africa” theory. There have been too many recent discoveries made to support the notion that human life began in a single remote location. We can think of the discovery of the Denisovan that interbred with hominids that did migrate from Africa.  What Willis repeatedly points to is apparent DNA anomalies in which samples indicate connections between groups for which there is no logical explanation.  As an example, there are traces in Australia that are commensurate with those from South America that must have occurred long before any known contact had happened. While Willis would agree, Lost Civilizations suggests the timelines may be off by many thousands of years, a concept that is hard to integrate into demonstrable history.  If somebody built things, where did such previously unknown groups come from?  It is in questioning that Willis adds significant value.  What do we mean by “lost civilizations” is basic to the book?  But more fundamentally he asks how is “civilization” defined?  There are multiple definitions and he states that what it means to be civilized does not equate to the organization of villages or cities. Further, if civilizations were “lost” where did they come from and where did they go?  How did seemingly thriving communities suddenly cease to exist?  Then, why is it that some societies not only physically disappear, but also seem to be erased from the memories of survivors or other groups that may have interacted with them. His examples of lost groups abound and signal a warning to modern society.  If previous complex organizations disappeared, often with no immediate trace, could the same thing happen to our current civilization.
The Source and Significance of Coincidences: A Hard Look at the Astonishing Evidence by Sharon Hewitt Rawlette
Authors: Storm Lance
Published: September 2020

Sharon Rawlette’s offering to those appreciative (even enamoured) of the fickle, unpredictable, and mystifying world of coincidences, is a mammoth tome of 600+ pages ambitiously bearing the title The Source and Significance of Coincidences. As the title suggests, Rawlette seeks to explain who or what might cause coincidences (these explanations are far-ranging), and she endeavours to point out what they mean (usually they only have a positive spin). Right from the outset, Rawlette gives the term coincidence its own special definition, but anyone steeped in the Jungian tradition cannot help but see that Rawlette’s brand of coincidence runs parallel with Jung’s (1952/1969) meaningful coincidence, better known as synchronicity. The many examples she gives fit the bill, and they don’t require an overly flexible turn of mind to see it, but Rawlette insists on distinguishing her type of coincidences from paranormal experiences (‘telepathic messages’), after-death (discarnate) communications, and even Jung’s synchronicity. It is unfortunate that her definitions do not shore up the distinction she wishes to make: coincidences are “physical events that appear to reflect the contents of people’s minds”, and they convey “personal meaning” (p. 11)—but that’s synchronicity! Rawlette also includes as coincidences those events “without any obviously profound meaning and yet seem too improbable to be the mere products of chance” (p. 11). That could still be synchronicity—one couldn’t spot a coincidence if it didn’t have some meaning (Flew, 1953), which may not dawn on someone as being profound until some time has passed.
Kajian Hukum Terhadap Anak Berhadapan Hukum Dalam Tindak Pidana Pencurian Menurut Undang-Undang No. 11 Tahun 2012 Tentang Pengadilan Anak (Studi Putusan No. 67/Pid.Sus-Anak/2017/PN. Mdn)
Authors: Lubis Muhammad Syahputra , Hidayani Sri , Muazzul Muazzul
Published: September 2020

In the Indonesian constitution, children have a strategic role that is explicitly stated that the state guarantees the right of every child to survival, growth and development and to protect against violence and discrimination. This type of research is normative juridical and is analytical descriptive in nature. The legal consequences of criminal acts of theft committed by children are reviewed in Law No. 11 of 2012 is a two-year prison sentence because a child offender is proven to have committed the crime of theft by force. Judge's considerations on Decision No. 67 / Pid.Sus-Anak / 2017 / PN.Mdn in terms of imposing penalties on perpetrators of theft perpetrated by children is that the acts committed have fulfilled the elements in the indictment namely Article 365 paragraph 1 to 1e and to the Criminal Code , and considering incriminating matters, namely the perpetrators' actions which disturb the community and harming the victims, and consider mitigating matters, namely the defendant being polite and has never been convicted
Tinjauan Yuridis Terhadap Perjanjian Pemborongan Bangunan Gedung Badan Pengelolaan Pajak Dan Retribusi Provinsi Sumatera Utara
Authors: Sari Tuti Indah , Hasibuan Abdul Lawali , Rafiqi Rafiqi
Published: September 2020

Implementation of building contract agreement for building "North Sumatra Provincial Tax and Retribution Management Agency at PT. Betesda Makmur "Agreement on building contract for PT. Betesda Mandiri is more than where the party giving the job contract is apart from the private sector besides the emergence of this agreement is simpler that can be by selecting contractors with negotiations and by selecting contractors with limited tenders. The research method used is Normative Juridical, and data collection techniques used are the library research. Implementation of building contract agreement for building "Management of Regional Tax and Retribution in the province of North Sumatra at PT. Betesda Mandiri "Building contract agreement at PT. Betesda Mandiri arises more from the party providing jobs from the private sector. In addition to the process for the emergence of this agreement, it is simpler, that is by selecting contractors, negotiating with a limited selection tender. During the development process there were no obstacles that occurred during the construction, all in accordance with what was planned during the agreement. If there is a party that carries out a default, sanctions may be imposed in accordance with those stated in the agreement.
Penerapan Hukum Terhadap Tindak Pidana Pembunuhan Dengan Sengaja Merampas Nyawa Orang Lain (Studi Kasus Nomor Putusan 616/Pid.B/2015/PN. Lbp)
Authors: Halawa Martinus , Munawir Zaini , Hidayani Sri
Published: September 2020

A fact that in the association of human life, individuals and groups, there are often deviations from the norms of his life, especially known legal norms. Where in mutual human association, this deviation of legal norms is referred to as a criminal offense. In recent years there has been more and more crime against human souls in society. The research method used in this study is the Library Research and Field Research. Judge's consideration or Ratio Decidendi is an argument or reason used by the judge as a legal consideration that becomes the basis before deciding a case. In practice before this juridical consideration is proven, the judge will first withdraw the facts in the trial that arises and constitute the cumulative conclusions of the witnesses' statements, the defendant's statements, and the evidence. The application of the law in this case to the murder case is legitimate while in reasonable terms because the application of the law must be in accordance with what was done by the perpetrators because the deterrent effect that is expected in the application of this law is very important.
Penerapan Undang-Undang No. 32 Tahun 2009 Dalam Pengelolahan Limbah Cair di Usaha Dagang Tahu Jawa (Studi Kasus di Pabrik Tahu Usaha Dagang Jawa)
Authors: Novindri Muhammad Reza , Hidayani Sri , Lubis Elvi Zahara
Published: September 2020

Tofu Industry Java Trading Business is an industrial factory engaged in food production that produces tofu. This industry was founded in 2009 which started with his two children who already had experience working in the tofu factory industry not far from their homes. This type of research is normative juridical namely the type of research conducted by studying written regulations so that this research is very closely related to the library. The results of the study are the level of danger from the liquid waste of tofu factory in the tofu trade business Java is not managed properly is damage to the quality of the environment, especially waters as one of the needs of humanity and other living things. Factors that caused the management of liquid waste did not go well according to Law number 32 of 2009, namely the ignorance of the entrepreneurs themselves, factors of education level, economic factors of entrepreneurs, government participation and law enforcement, factors of the role of the community and the role of the community in manage the environment. The legal consequences of these actions are written reprimands, government coercion, freezing of environmental permits, revocation of environmental permits.
Kajian Hukum Terhadap Tindak Pidana Mengedarkan Obat Yang Tidak Memiliki Izin Edar (Studi Putusan Nomor : 1131/Pid.Sus/2018/PN.Mdn)
Authors: Nasution Anggi Nadya , Muazzul Muazzul , Trisna Wessy
Published: September 2020

Crimes in the pharmaceutical field, which are related to drug distribution without circulation authorization, have occurred in many regions in Indonesia. The rise of the circulation of illegal drugs proves that Indonesia's defense is still weak from the invasion of things that endanger the community. This type of research is normative research and the nature of the study used is analytical descriptive. Data will be analyzed by qualitative methods. Based on data analysis conducted Legal arrangements regarding drug distribution licenses are in the Regulation of the Head of the Republic of Indonesia Drug and Food Supervisory Agency Number HK.00.05.1.23.3516 Concerning Circulars of Drug Products, Traditional Medicines, Cosmetics, Food Supplements, and Food Sourced, Containing , Of Specific Ingredients and Or Containing Alcohol, Law No. 8 of 1999 concerning Consumer Protection, Regulation of the Head of the Republic of Indonesia Drug and Food Supervisory Agency Number 24 of 2017 concerning Criteria and procedures for drug registration. Presidential Regulation (Perpres) Number: 80 of 2017 concerning the Food and Drug Supervisory Agency (BPOM).
Tindak Pidana Perjudian Dalam Tinjauan Hukum Pidana (Studi Kasus Putusan Nomor 491/Pid.B/PN Mdn Tahun 2017)
Authors: Pambudi Rio , Nasution Aulia Rosa , Muazzul Muazzul
Published: September 2020

Gambling is basically a game where there are parties who bet each other to choose one choice among several choices where only one choice is correct and being a winner means that the player who loses the bet will give the bet to the winner. Gambling rules and bets are determined and agreed before the match starts. Talking about "Gambling" which is forbidden by religion, is also expressly prohibited by positive law. This can be seen from the provisions of article 303 of the Criminal Code, Jo. Law No.7 of 1974 concerning Control of Gambling Jo. PP.No. 1981 Jo. Presidential Instruction and Minister of Home Affairs Instruction No.5, April 1, 1981. The type of research used in writing this thesis is to use normative legal research methods. Normative legal research is research that studies the study of documents, namely using various secondary data such as statutory regulations laws, court decisions, legal theories, and can be in the form of opinions of scholars. As for efforts to prevent gambling so that it can be overcome, it is desirable for religious leaders and law enforcers to often conduct socialization such as lectures at places of worship so that they are aware that gambling is prohibited in any form.
Roman lamp from the Ἀρχέπολις workshop and other late antique lamps from Burial House 1/2007 in the Harbour Necropolis of Ephesus
Authors: Ugarković Marina
Published: September 2020

The article presents ceramic lamps discovered during the 2007 rescue excavation conducted in Burial House 1/2007 of the Roman and late antique Harbour necropolis of Ephesus, located north of the harbour channel. Special attention is placed on one of the grave goods discovered in Grave 3, an imported Roman lamp of probable Cypriot origin, with the first instance of an Ἀρχεπόλεως signature coming from Ephesus, depicting Hercules dragging Cerberus from the Underworld. Other finds belong to imported and local late antique artistic arts and crafts. Some of these might have been used in the context of Ephesian burial rites, most conceivably as lighting devices, adding also to our insight on local crafts and customer demand.
Lamps from the temenos of Allat in Palmyra
Authors: Krogulska Maria
Published: September 2020

Publication of the assemblage of clay oil lamps excavated from the temenos of Allat in Palmyra by Polish archaeologists from the PCMA University of Warsaw in the early 1970s. The assemblage consists of mainly 4th century AD lamps, made locally in Palmyra in imitation of imported lamps from the Mediterranean.
Singaporean Families’ Adaptation and Resilience During the COVID-19 Global Pandemic
Authors: Ko Pei-Chun , Kang Soon-Hock
Published: September 2020

Drawing on governmental statements, press releases and major news reports on COVID-19 related measures, support and social issues, we illustrate and examine the challenges families are facing in Singapore during the pandemic. Employing a dual approach, we illustrate the extent of various institutional support and resources for families offered by the government in tandem with social distancing measures to restrict social activities, and closure of non-essential business, and also document issues related to the economy, education, family interactions and mental well-being of families from different social backgrounds. This approach enables us to show the extent to which Singaporean families have adapted to the different economic and social stressors and how institutional support has been utilized as a catalyst to resilience. The pandemic as a force of social change demands urgent research on the social impact on and resilience of families in Singapore. Future research directions should include children’s development with the interaction of family socioeconomic conditions, focus on mental well-being of all generations in the family, continuous safeguard of victims of domestic violence, empowerment, and investigations of the shifting family values. A concerted research strategy will offer the opportunity for a better understanding of the paradigm shift experienced by Singaporean families, and, to identify policy implications on strengthening the resilience of families.
Meningkatkan Ketrampilan Guru dalam Menyusun Perangkat Pembelajaran melalui Training Perangkat Pembelajaran
Authors: Ariani Farida
Published: September 2020

The purpose of this study is to improve teacher skills in developing learning tools. This research method is classroom action research. The results of the first cycle to further improve teacher skills in developing learning tools. In the first cycle, the teacher had begun to understand and was able to arrange the learning kit even though it was not maximal because the scores obtained from observations were 106 with a maximum score criterion 168 The completeness criterion was 75% of the total score which was 126 which meant the teacher's skills in preparing the learning device were sufficient well. In cycle II, the teacher has begun to understand and is able to compile the learning tools and is maximized because the score obtained from observations is 163 with a maximum score criterion of 168, the completeness criterion is 75% of the total score of 126. It was concluded that the teacher's skills in compiling the devices learning has been very good in compiling syllabi, compiling annual programs, and semester programs.

Keywords: Teacher Skills, Training, Learning Tools
Terapi Kompres Hangat dengan Aroma Jasmine Essential Oil terhadap Penurunan Intensitas Nyeri pada Pasien Post Sectio Caesarea
Authors: Wahyu Haifa , Lina Liza Fitri
Published: September 2020

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of warm compress therapy with the aroma of jasmine essential oil on the decrease in pain intensity in post SC patients in the hospital. Bhayangkara Kindergarten III Bengkulu City. This type of research is quantitative research, with pre-experimental research methods, using the design of one group pre-test - post test design. Univariate analysis results obtained pain intensity of post SC patients before warm compresses performed with the aroma of jasmine essential oil are 15 people (100%) of respondents experienced moderate pain with a range of 4-6 scale. While the intensity of post SC patients' pain after warm compresses with jasmine essential oil were 12 people (80.0%) of respondents experienced mild pain with a scale range of 1-3, and 3 people (20.0%) of respondents with moderate pain intensity with a range scale 4-6. In conclusion, there is an effect of warm compress therapy with jasmine essential oil on the decrease in pain intensity in post SC patients in the hospital. Bhayangkara Bengkulu City.

 

Keywords: Pain Intensity, Jasmine Essential Oil, Sectio Caesaria
Pengaruh Terapi Aktivitas Senam Ergonomis terhadap Peningkatan Kemampuan Fungsional Lansia
Authors: Andri Juli , Karmila Resi , Padila Padila , J Harsismanto , Sartika Andry
Published: September 2020

The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of ergonomic exercise on the Improvement of Functional Ability in the elderly in the Posyandu Elderly Work Area of the Sukamerindu Public Health Center in Bengkulu City, which decreased Functional Ability. The design of this study used a quasi-experimental design with pre-test and post-test without comparison (control) groups. Paired T-test results showed an increase in the value of functional ability with P Value = 0,000 <0.05. Conclusion, there is an influence of ergonomic exercise activity therapy on increasing functional ability in the elderly.

 

Keywords: Functional Ability, Elderly, Ergonomic Gymnastics
Senam Lansia Menurunkan Tekanan Darah pada Lansia
Authors: Sartika Andry , Betrianita Betrianita , Andri Juli , Padila Padila , Nugrah Ade Vio
Published: September 2020

The purpose of this study was to determine whether there is an influence of elderly exercise on decreasing hypertension in elderly who experience hypertension in Posbindu Cempaka Permai Bengkulu City. This study uses a pre-experimental method. The results showed in the intervention group, the average reduction in systolic blood pressure was 21.00 mmHg, from 171.50 mmHg to 150.50 mmHg. In contrast, the average reduction in diastolic blood pressure was 13.00 mmHg, from 103.00 mmHg to 90, 00 mmHg. Based on the t-dependent test results, obtained (p-value = 0,000) for systolic results and for diastolic results (p-value = 0,000). In conclusion, there is the influence of elderly exercise on decreasing blood pressure before and after the elderly's exercise in hypertensive elderly in Posbindu Cempaka Permai Bengkulu City.

 

Keywords: Hypertension, Elderly Gymnastics, Blood Pressure
Nyeri pada Pasien Post Op Fraktur Ekstremitas Bawah dengan Pelaksanaan Mobilisasi dan Ambulasi Dini
Authors: Andri Juli , Febriawati Henni , Padila Padila , J Harsismanto , Susmita Rahayu
Published: September 2020

The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between the level of pain with the implementation of early mobilization and early ambulation in post-op fracture patients with lower extremities in the Seruni room of RSUD dr. M. Yunus, Bengkulu. The research design used in this study was a cross-sectional design. The results of the study, patients who did mobilization activities amounted to 82.9%. Patients who did not mobilize to 17.1% of patients who carried out ambulation activities amounted to 82.9%. Patients who did not perform ambulation activities amounted to 17.1%, pain moderate amounted to 77.1%, and severe pain amounted to 22.9%. In the chi-square test results, the value of p-value = 0,000. In conclusion, there is a correlation between the implementation of mobilization and early ambulation with pain in post-op patients with lower limb fractures at RSUD Dr. M. Yunus.

 

Keywords: Early Ambulation, Mobilization, Pain
The Effect of using Picture Strip Story on Students’ Speaking Skill
Authors: Turnip Eva Christina , Purba Ades Pranata , Sitompul Eva Natalia
Published: September 2020

This research was conducted at SMP YayasanPangeranAntasari, which located in Jl. Veteran No. 1060/19 Helvetia, Medan, North Sumatera. The data were collected by using a speaking test using pieces of pictures in narrative texts as the media. The results show the picture strip story has a positive effect on students' speaking skills through improving the students' speaking scores. This subject of this research were the students at the second grade A. This research was conducted by researchers starting with giving the pre-test to know the students' speaking ability before conducted the post-test in the last meeting, researchers treat the students using the picture strip story. This study shows the significant effect of using PST has a positive effect on students' speaking skill through the improvement of students' speaking scores.  It was proven by the means in Post-test was higher than in Pre-test (73,55- 48,00). The t.obs>t.table (P = 0,05), df(19). It means that Ha was accepted. Through the scores between Pre-test and Post-test shows a significant difference after being taught using the PST. Therefore, PST is one of some media which can be used to improve the students' speaking skill.   

Keyword: Picture Strip Story, Speaking Skill, Effect.
Indonesian Post Graduate Student’s Motivation as an Autonomous Learner in Overseas University
Authors: Mardhotila Dzikrina , Anam Syafi’ul , Setiawan Slamet
Published: September 2020

This study investigates the motivation of Indonesian postgraduate student as an autonomous learner in overseas university. This study focuses on answering a research question; (1) how the learner motivates himself for being autonomous learner. The qualitative method was used to fulfill the objective of the study. The data was collected from interview section with the student. It was transcribed and analyzed descriptively. The result shows that the student is an autonomous learner who has intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in learning language in overseas university. It can conclude that this study will enrich the discussion which relates to students’ motivation for being an autonomous learner especially in overseas university.

Keywords: Autonomous Learner, Motivation, Intrinsic and Extrinsic
Improving the Students’ Listening Comprehension through Aural-Oral Language Approach
Authors: Sujariati Sujariati
Published: September 2020

This research aimed to know the effectiveness of using Aural-oral approach to improve the students’ listening comprehension, and to know the students’ activeness toward teaching learning process through Aural-oral approach at the eleventh grade students of SMAN 1 Makassar. Two cycles had been conducted, where each cycle consisted of four meetings. It implemented Aural-oral approach as an approach to improve the students’ listening comprehension and employed listening test as instrument. A number of subjects of the research were 16 students. It is consist of 9 women and 7 men. The researcher took real data from the school to know the students’ listening comprehension. The students’ mean score of listening achievement at D-Test was 50.69, at the cycle I was 65.28 and at the cycle II was 75.93. The result of the student's listening test in cycle II had improved in significant score, where the means score of students in distinguish phonemes was 87.5, in understanding Statement was 50, and in understanding dialogue was 90.28. It means that the students’ mean score at the cycle II was 75.93 reached the target score 75 and the students’ activeness toward teaching learning process by using Aural-oral approach was improved. It can be seen from the observation result of the students’ activeness in the classroom from the first meeting at the first cycle until at the last meeting in cycle II always grow up. It could be stated that the research was successful.

Keyword: Listening Comprehension, Aural-oral Approach, Student’ Listening, Student’s Activeness
Rancang Bangun Insturmentasi Pengukur Detak Jantung Portable Berbasis Mikrokontroller dan Aplikasi Android
Authors: Saharudin Saharudin
Published: September 2020

Menjaga kesehatan merupakan hal yang sangat penting bagi kehidupan, dimana kondisi jantung menjadi faktor penting yang perlu diamati. Jantung ini berfungsi untuk memompa darah ke seluruh tubuh dan menampungnya kembali setelah dibersihkan di paru-paru. Detak jantung (Heart beats) per menit (bpm) ini merupakan parameter untuk menunjukkan kondisi jantung, dan dapat diketahui dengan menghitung frekuensi detak jantung. Alat ini didesain untuk monitor detak jantung yang akan ditampilkan pada aplikasi di mobile phone berbasis Android. Alat ini menggunakan pulse sensor untuk mendeteksi detak jantung yang diolah pada Mikrokontroller dan melalui koneksi Bluetooth, data di kirim ke Mobile phone. Pada mobile phone berbasis Android dibuat program /Aplikasi untuk menampilkan Â Data detak jantung serta indikator untuk sistem peringatan. Pada proses implementasi desain, alat ini dapat bekerja dengan baik dan dapat digunakan dalam kehidupan sehari-hari. Kekurangan dari desain ini adalah kemasan peralatan dan battery harus dikembangkan lagi untuk digunakan pada skala industri
Evaluasi Kinerja Rumah Potong Hewan (RPH) Bayur, Kota Tangerang
Authors: Muhami Muhami , Haifan Mohamad
Published: September 2020

Â Â Â Â  Keberadaan RPH memiliki fungsi sebagai: (1) sarana pelayanan masyarakat dalam usaha penyediaan daging yang memenuhi kriteria aman, sehat, utuh dan halal (ASUH), (2) instrumen untuk memantau kemungkinan terjadi kasus penyakit hewan menular di masyarakat, dan (3) sumber pendapatan daerah (PAD) melalui retribusi dan biaya potong hewan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah Â mengevaluasi RPH Bayur, Kota Tangerang yang meliputi: 1) persyaratan fisik/ teknis dan prosedur pemotongan ternak; 2) kepuasan pelanggan terhadap pelayanan; dan 3) kontribusi pendapatan daerah (PAD). Evaluasi persyaratan fisik/ teknis mengacu pada Permentan Nomor 13 Tahun 2010 sedangkan evaluasi prosedur pemotongan ternak mengacu pada SOP Pemotongan Hewan Nomor 065/KEP.30.50-DKP/2017 yang ditetapkan oleh Dinas Ketahanan Pangan, Kota Tangerang. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa secara umum fasilitas dan prosedur pemotongan hewan di RPH Bayur telah memenuhi kesesuaian dan persyaratan, namun untuk meningkatkan kualitas layanan perlu pengembangan dan pengadaan beberapa sarana dan prasarana yang diperlukan. Penilaian kepuasan pelanggan terhadap jasa layanan RPH Bayur cukup baik dengan rata-rata 3,6 (skala score 1-5). Pendapatan dari retribusi yang cenderung menurun, terutama pada tahun 2018 diakibatkan oleh faktor eksternal berupa kebijakan impor daging beku oleh pemerintah dan faktor internal karena berpindahnya beberapa pengusaha sapi ke RPH lain. Â Kata Kunci : Evaluasi Kinerja RPH Bayur, Kesesuaian Fasilitas RPH Bayur, Penurunan Pendapatan
PENGARUH INFLASI, NILAI TUKAR, DAN SUKU BUNGA TERHADAP INDEKS HARGA SAHAM GABUNGAN (IHSG) INDONESIA
Authors: Octasylva Annuridya , Sahat Edward , Yazid Arib
Published: September 2020

Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui: (1) Pengaruh Inflasi terhadap Indeks Harga Saham Gabungan (IHSG) di BEI selama periode 2013-2017. (2) Pengaruh nilai Tukar terhadap Indeks Harga Saham Gabungan (IHSG) di BEI selama periode 2013-2017 (3) Pengaruh perubahan Suku Bunga terhadap Indeks Harga Saham Gabungan (IHSG) di BEI selama periode 2013-2017. (4) Pengaruh secara simultan antara Inflasi, Suku Bunga dan Nilai Tukar terhadap Indeks Harga Saham Gabungan (IHSG) di BEI selama periode 2013-2017.Penelitian ini merupakan jenis kuantitatif. Variabel penelitian ini meliputi variabel dependen dan indepeden. Sampel dalam penelitian ini adalah inflasi, kurs, suku bunga dan IHSG di Bursa Efek Indonesia (BEI) periode 2013-2017. Teknik analisis data menggunakan analisis regresi linear berganda. Berdasarkan hasil analisis inflasi bepengaruh negatif terhadap IHSG periode 2013-2017. Hal ini ditunjukkan dengan nilai koefisien regresi -0,046 dan nilai t hitung -1,531 â‰¤ t tabel 1,651. Nilai tukar mempunyai pengaruh negatif terhadap IHSG periode 2013 â€“ 2017. Hal ini ditunjukkan dengan nilai koefisien regresi -3,070 dan nilai t hitung -3,548 â‰¤ t tabel 1,651. Suku bunga mempunyai pengaruh negatifÂ  terhadap IHSG periode 2013 â€“ 2017. Hal ini ditunjukkan dengan nilai koefisien regresi -0,265 dan nilai t hitung -2,748 â‰¤ t tabel 1,651. Inflasi, Nilai Tukar dan Suku Bunga secara simultan berpengaruh terhadap Indeks Harga Saham Gabungan di Indonesia periode 2013 â€“ 2017. Hal ini ditunjukan nilai F hitung sebesar 6,023 â‰¥ F tabel 2,642. Bagi peneliti selanjutnya diharapkan dapat memperluas batasan â€“ batasan yang ada pada penelitian ini, seperti memperpanjang periode penelitian, menambah variabel-variabel yang diteliti. Investor yang ingin melakukan investasi, sebaiknya memperhatikan strategi dalam membuat keputusan sebelum berinvestasi.
Peningkatan Efisiensi Proses Produksi Benang dengan Pendekatan Lean Manufacturing Menggunakan Metode WAM dan VALSAT di PT. XYZ
Authors: Restuningtias Gian , Sudri Ni Made , Widianty Yenny
Published: September 2020

PT. XYZ adalah perusahaan manufaktur yang bergerak di bidang produksi pembuatan benang. Salah satu produk yang dihasilkan yaitu benang P100 (Polyester 100%). Permasalahan yang dihadapi perusahaan adalah berlebihnya target produksi disebabkan karena adanya aktivitas yang tidak bernilai tambah (waste). Untuk itu digunakan pendekatan lean manufacturing untuk mengurangi waste pada proses produksi benang ini. Metode yang digunakan adalah Waste Assessment Model (WAM) untuk mengidentifikasi waste yang dominan pada proses pembuatan benang P100 (Polyester 100%) dan Value Stream Analysis Tools (VALSAT) untuk memilih detail mapping tools. Berdasarkan hasil pengolahan, diperoleh waste yang paling dominan adalah overproduction, inventory, dan motion. Rekomendasi perbaikan yang diberikan yaitu penambahan alat bantu (handtruck) pada pengambilan sliver di proses drawing , penambahan operator pada proses winding, melakukan forecasting untuk mengurangi waste overproduction, menerapkan metode pengendalian persediaan untuk mengurangi waste inventory, dan melakukan penukaran tata letak ruang QC dengan ruang shift untuk mengurangi waste motion. Hasil evaluasi rekomendasi diperoleh penurunan lead time dari 133,13 menit menjadi 115,13 menit dan usulan perbaikan ini meningkatkan nilai PCE dari 48,85% menjadi 56,46%.Â Kata kunci Â : Lean Manufacturing, Waste, WAM , VALSAT ,Â  Lead Time, PCE