bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Character Building through Local Cultural Values Tradition of Jolenan in a Village Community of Purworejo, Indonesia
Authors: Tarto Tarto , Susanto Bambang , Novianto Victor
Published: November 2023

This research is intended to explicate the formation of the character of the village community through the values of the local cultural wisdom (tradition) of Jolenan and describe those characters that formed through the local cultural values of the tradition of Jolenan, and to elucidate the process of inculcating local cultural values of the Jolenan tradition. This study took place in Somongari Village, Purworejo, Central Java, Indonesia. The data were collected through interviews, observation, and documentation. The validity of the data is obtained through triangulation. Miles and Huberman’s  interactive  method  was  applied  to  analyze  the  data.  The  results  of  this  study  postulate  that:  (1)  the tradition of Jolenan comprises local cultural values such as religious, entertainment, economical, communal work, manners, togetherness, harmony, unity, bravery, education, and environmental awareness. (2) The characters which are formed through the tradition of Jolenan include religious, honesty, responsibility, discipline, hard-working, politeness, communal work, patriotism, self-reliance, democratic. (3) The values of Jolenan were inculcated through an educational institution, family, religious, economic, and political aspects. In addition, the establishment of the tradition of Jolenan also touched tourism and social aspects.
Pengaruh Model Problem Based Learning terhadap Keterampilan Pemecahan Masalah Ill-Structure Mahasiswa PGSD FKIP Universitas Jambi
Authors: Syahrial Syahrial , Pamela Issaura Sherly
Published: November 2023

Belajar memecahkan masalah dikategorikan Reed dalam keterampilan kogninif yang kompleks. Memecahkan sebuah masalah tergantung pada representasi subjektif yang disimpan dalam ingatan, serta pembentukan representasi internal merupakan sebuah proses yang aktif. Secara umum masalah diklasifikasikan dalam 2 jenis, yaitu: well-structure dan ill-structure. Masalah ill-syructure merupakan masalah dengan penyelesaian yang rumit, biasanya masalh ini tidak jelas, namun Keterampilan memecahkan jenis masalah ill-structure dapat dilatih untuk mengembangkan keterampilan memecahkan masalah ill-structure. Keterampilan pemecahan masalah ill-structure dapat dilakukan dengan mengintegrasikan model problem based learning kedalam proses pembelajaran. Desain penelitian ini adalah kuasi eksperimen dimana terdapat satu kelas eksperimen dan dilakukan pre-test dan post-test. Subjek penelitian adalah mahasiswa PGSD FKIP Universitas Jambi semester 3 tahun ajaran 2017/2018 yang berjumlah 41 orang. Hasil penelitian menunjukan adanya pengaruh model problem based learning terhadap keterampilan pemecahan masalah ill-structur mahasiswa. Hal ini terlihat dari signifikansi yang dihasilkan sebesar 0,00. Kesimpulan penelitian ini adalah terdapat pengaruh model problem based learning terhadap keterampilan pemecahan masalah ill-structur mahasiswa PGSD FKIP Universitas Jambi.
FAKTOR PROTEKTIF DAN FAKTOR RISIKO YANG MEMPENGARUHI SELF-ESTEEM PADA REMAJA DENGAN DISLEKSIA
Authors: Wijanarko Cornellius Axel , Engry Agustina , Prasetyo Eli
Published: November 2023

Abstract. Adolescence is a transitional period between childhood and adulthood. During this time, the development of self-esteem is critical as it can have a significant impact on future growth. This phase is not exclusive to adolescents with dyslexia, who tend to have lower self-esteem, which indicates the importance of identifying factors of self-esteem in adolescents with dyslexia. This study aims to identify the protective and risk factors that affect the self-esteem of dyslexic adolescents. The study utilized qualitative methods and employed a case study approach. The research was based on the experiences of two participants who were siblings with dyslexia disorder and came from different family backgrounds. The analytical technique used was inductive thematic analysis. The results showed a number of protective factors such as positive family relationship, positive parenting, personality and self-reflection, good academic performance, academic support, and positive relationship with as it peers, and risk factors such as poor family relationship, negative parenting, poor academic performance, academic difficulties, poor relationship with peers, and negative self-acceptance. The most significant factor impacting adolescents with dyslexia is their family relationships and the parenting models implemented.
Aconchego
Authors: Costa João Breno Cavalcante , Oliveira Eliany Nazaré , Almeida Paulo César de , Vasconcelos Maristela Inês Osawa , Aragão Joyce Mazza Nunes , Muniz Emanoel Avelar
Published: November 2023

O objetivo deste estudo foi construir e validar um aplicativo de apoio à saúde mental. Estudo metodológico de construção e validação de aplicativo de apoio à saúde mental, realizado no período de maio de 2021 a novembro de 2022. Desenvolveu-se três etapas: diagnóstico situacional da produção científica e tecnológica na temática, desenvolvimento do aplicativo móvel e validação por juízes das áreas de Saúde Mental e Tecnologia. O aplicativo recebeu o nome de “Aconchego” e disponibiliza de canais de apoio e testes para avaliação de seu estado mental. Na validação por juízes, o aplicativo apresentou excelentes índices de validação de Aparência (1,0), Conteúdo (0,90) e Usabilidade (0,91). Conclui-se que o aplicativo Aconchego, em sua versão final, constitui uma estratégia potente para acesso às informações confiáveis, mediante conteúdos pautados em conhecimentos científicos, de maneira rápida, didática, não cansativa e com linguagem adequada para a comunidade em geral.
UTILIZATION OF COFFEE GROUNDS AS ACTIVATED CARBON FOR RHODAMINE B ADSORBENT
Authors: Anggriani Evifania Juvita
Published: November 2023

Research on the use of coffee grounds activated carbon as an adsorbent to reduce the content of Rhodamine B dye has been carried out. The activated carbon used is chemically activated by immersion using 1 M H3PO4 solution for 24 hours then burned at 500ËšC for 45 minutes, while physically activated it is carried out by burning at 500ËšC for 45 minutes. The results of the study which showed the characteristics published in SNI 06-3730-1995, the optimum conditions of Rhodamine B adsorption on both activated carbon at pH 7 and contact time at 15 minutes. Rhodamine B adsorption isotherms on chemically and physically activated carbon using Langmuir adsorption isotherm models with adsorption capacities are 1.6943 mg/g and 1.5936 mg/g, respectively. Chemical and physics activated coffee grounds activated carbon were applied to reduce Rhodamine B from sarung waste in Samarinda. Decrease of Rhodamine B levels in 25 mL of waste samples containing Rhodamine B 14.1860 mg/g with 1 gram of adsorbent were 89.1125% and 60.7923%, respectively.

 

Keywords: Activated carbon, Spent coffee grounds, Rhodamine B, Adsorption
Active Compounds of Sembung Leaves (Blumea balsamifera DC) in Silico Screening as Antihypertensives
Authors: Sjahriza Ahmad , Shellia Fyrda , Iswantini Dyah
Published: November 2023

Hypertension is a structural or functional change in the arteries or the organs it supplies caused by increased blood pressure. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) can increase blood pressure by converting inactive angiotensin I to active (angiotensin II). Captopril is a hypertension drug that can inhibit ACE activity. Sembung leaf (Blumea balsamifera DC) is a plant that can potentially have antihypertensive activity. This study aims to identify the interaction of active compounds in sembung leaves against ACE as antihypertensive drug candidates through an in silico test based on pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic parameters using two docking software, Autodock Vina and PyRx. The results showed that Luteolin was the best test ligand besides having lower ΔG and Ki than control ligands and higher Kd than control ligands.  Luteolin was identified to interact with Zn and hydrogen bond interactions at the active site and met the criteria in Lipinski analysis, ADME, and toxicity, so this compound is relatively safe to be used as a drug candidate for the treatment of hypertension.
ADOLESCENT AGE AS A STAGE OF THE FORMATION OF INTERPERSONAL RELATIONS
Authors: Samoilenko Olena , Kornieieva Olena
Published: November 2023

The article describes interpersonal relationships as the main factor in the harmonious development of a person's psyche in youth. The consequences of forced social isolation for young people are described and analyzed.
A Study for System Coherence of Legislative System to Improve Safety of Building and Facilities Construction Work
Authors:   Korean Public Land Law Association, Hong Sung-Jin
Published: November 2023

Recently, another building collapse occurred during construction. It was not the responsibility of anyone, including the project owner, designer, constructor, or supervisor, but was caused by total insolvency. Construction work is consists of step-by-step procedures such as design-construction-supervision. Related laws include the Housing Act, the Building Act, the Construction Technology Promotion Act, and the Framework Act on the Construction Industry. However, the current construction system of buildings and facilities does not regulate individual laws according to the ideology and policy direction of the basic law, but individual laws are regulated according to interests. In the end, the current construction work implementation system and legislative system are inconsistent and can lead to safety accidents. Therefore, in order to improve the safety of building and facility construction work, it is necessary to secure consistency in the implementation system and legislative system of construction work. Specifically, it is necessary to review the Design-bid-build under Housing Act, strengthen the Related Specialized Engineers under Building Act, and integrate the system of design-construction-supervision under the Building Act and the system of Management of construction project under the Construction Technology Promotion Act. On this premise, it is necessary to improve the understanding and predictability of construction work by systematizing it into the Framework Act on Construction Industry and individual laws.
An Legal Study on the Strict Enforcement of Land Use Regulation
Authors:   Korean Public Land Law Association, Han Sang-Hoon
Published: November 2023

Land is a representative property right guaranteed by the Constitution as well as its ownership is understood as a basic right supporting human life. Land is one of the limited natural resources and base of human survival such as water and air and its external effectiveness is quiet big. In addition, due to its original characteristics such as locational immobility, fixed enlargement, permanency and use diversity the value of the land is changed according to its uses and its usage. Therefore, although the individual land ownership is allowed by the society it should use properly in terms of following its public characteristics. For this reason land use regulation which limit the individual land ownership should have an obvious reason for justifying such a regulation. Considering these circumstances, it is an acceptable assumption that the current land use regulation has an obvious reason for regulating land uses. Thus, even though it take quiet some time to use the land because of the overlapped land use regulations we need to have a clear understanding about the reason of the implementation of the overlapped land use regulations to minimize unwanted problems generated from the overlapped land use regulations. From these perspetives we propose that the current efforts to solve the problems generated from the overlapped land use regulations need to restart to make it clear what is the public interest from implementation of the the land use regulations.
O estágio curricular na atenção primária à saúde durante a pandemia de COVID-19
Authors: Oliveira Natalia Luiza Tomiozzo de , Soares Jéssica Lopes Soares de , Rossoni Eloá , Bulgarelli Alexandre Fávero , Santos Camila Mello dos , Pilotto Luciane Maria
Published: November 2023

O Decreto Legislativo n. 6/2020 reconheceu a ocorrência do estado de calamidade pública em razão da COVID-19, o que suscitou a suspensão das atividades presenciais nas instituições de ensino superior. O objetivo deste relato foi descrever e analisar a experiência de docentes e estudantes de graduação em Odontologia nos estágios curriculares na Atenção Primária à Saúde (APS) durante o Ensino Remoto Emergencial (ERE). Trata-se de um relato de experiência de docentes e monitoras com três turmas do penúltimo semestre de um curso diurno de Odontologia, no período letivo entre 2020/1 a 2021/2, totalizando 109 estudantes. Foram consultados documentos institucionais e registros dos docentes sobre as atividades de ensino. O método utilizado foi o de Sistematização de Experiências. Em agosto de 2020, com o início do ERE, o percurso do estágio foi reorganizado e a carga horária redistribuída, com os estudantes sendo preparados para posterior atuação na APS. A partir de janeiro de 2021, o estágio, que enfrentou desafios e reinvenções, foi desenvolvido na modalidade híbrida com vivências práticas nas Unidades Básicas de Saúde (UBS). Em relação aos desafios, destacam-se a capacitação para o ensino virtual; o aprendizado de lidar com as vidas perdidas; a rescisão de contratos dos profissionais das UBS, o número restrito de serviços para atender as turmas acumuladas e a expectativa de atuação clínica dos estudantes versus as restrições sanitárias. Relacionado às reinvenções, destacam-se o preenchimento e assinatura dos termos virtualmente e abertura de campos de estágio nas cidades do interior. As reconfigurações do estágio buscaram a integração entre a teoria e a prática e possibilitaram, além da formatura dos estudantes, a aquisição do arcabouço didático-pedagógico para o desenvolvimento de competências profissionais.
Presente y futuro de los acuerdos transformativos en España
Authors: Martínez Galindo Francisco Jesús , Fernández-Burguete Sergio , Rubio Francisco
Published: November 2023

En las bibliotecas académicas el cambio del formato papel al formato electrónico supuso una transformación tanto en el acceso como en los modelos de negocio que surgieron. Actualmente vivimos otro momento disruptivo, se está pasando de un modelo de lectura a uno que combina lectura y publicación en acceso abierto a través de los acuerdos transformativos. Estos acuerdos comenzaron a nivel institucional y posteriormente se han implementado a nivel nacional en España a través de la CRUE con varias de las grandes editoriales académicas. Los acuerdos han supuesto un aumento en el número de publicaciones en acceso abierto sin un sobrecoste a nivel global, aunque también han creado ciertas dificultades a las instituciones fruto de las condiciones acordadas. Los acuerdos transformativos no son la única forma de conseguir el acceso abierto a las publicaciones financiadas con fondos públicos. Actualmente existen otras opciones que se podrían convertir en alternativas viables y complementarias entre sí: revistas diamante, difusión en repositorios, modelos Subscribe to Open, SCOAP3, etc. El futuro de la publicación en acceso abierto se basa en un ecosistema equilibrado compuesto por múltiples opciones para investigadores e instituciones.
Thesis Certification: The Role of BrCris in the Integration and Management of Academic Production in Brazil
Authors: Ribeiro de Carvalho Segundo Washington Luís , Rodrigues Dias Thiago Magela , Dos Santos Silva Vivian , José Moreira Tales Henrique , Viana da Silva Jesiel , Mena Chalco Jesus Pascual
Published: November 2023

The Brazilian scientific production has shown expressive but heterogeneous growth. BrCris is a system that integrates information from several databases to provide a complete view of the research process. It aims to certify and standardize scientific data, strengthening the reliability and quality of information. In this work, a case study is carried out to certify theses and dissertations registered in the Lattes Platform, using the Brazilian Portal of Open Access Publications and Research Data (Oasisbr). As a result of the adopted strategies, it was possible to certify approximately 700,000 theses and dissertations in the Lattes Platform curricula, providing greater reliability and access to certified documents.
Rediscovery of Timmiella acaulon (Timmiellaceae) in the Chaco Province, northeastern Argentina
Authors: Jimenez María Soledad , Zander Richard , Iriart David
Published: November 2023

Background and aim: Herbarium specimens were reviewed as part of broader project that deals with the diversity of bryophytes from the Chaco province (Argentina). One of the samples matched the description of Timmiella acaulon, a species poorly known. The aim of this work is to record T. acaulon as new to Chaco Province and to describe morphologically and illustrate in detail this remarkable species.
M&M: Herbarium samples were analyzed with standard techniques for bryophytes. Examination with scanning electron microscope was made using samples mounted directly on double-sided tape and coated in gold-palladium.
Results: Timmiella acaulon is newly registered for Chaco province. A complete and detailed morphological description, and illustrations are here presented.
Conclusions: Due to the rediscovery of the species more than 100 years after its original description, the distribution range of T. acaulon is extended to northeastern Argentina, and details of morphological characters of systematic value are provided.
A narrative study on Third-Party Logistics practices and optimization measures by the Supply Chain Managers of e-commerce industries in Nepal
Authors: Chaudhary Praveen , Niroula Pratibha Kiran
Published: November 2023

In recent years, the rapid growth of e-commerce has revolutionized the way businesses operate and consumers engage in commercial activities. This transformative shift has brought about unprecedented convenience and accessibility, enabling global consumers to shop for products and services from the comfort of their homes, including for Nepal. Simultaneously, the demand for the intricate web of operations behind these transactions (logistics management) has become paramount. And, In the realm of logistics, the notion of outsourcing by means, Third-Party Logistics (3PL) emerges as a pivotal strategy.Subsequently, this study embodies pragmatic perspective through the qualitative study using the narrative approach thus by unstructured interviews with the select information rich supply-chain service professionals in e-commerce companies employing the 3PL practices in their logistical fulfilments. The study also illuminates on the circuitous reciprocity between 3PL strategies and the distinctive features of Nepal's e-commerce landscape filled with infrastructural challenges and urban-rural divide that co-exist with opportunities. It also delves through the prevalent practices, challenges and opportunities, and also optimization measures by the perspective of supply chain managers, shedding light on the path forward for optimizing logistics for e-commerce, emphasizing the coherent need to incorporate the digital shift, customer centricity and financial prudency, thus holds a significant importance.
ВІД ПЕДАГОГІЧНОГО КОУЧИНГУ ДО ФОРМУВАННЯ ПРОФЕСІЙНО-МОВЛЕННЄВОЇ КОМПЕТЕНТНОСТІ ЗДОБУВАЧІВ ОСВІТИ
Authors: Грицак Наталія
Published: November 2023

У статті розкрито особливості використання інструментарію коучингу у формуванні професійно-мовленнєвої компетентності здобувачів освіти. Проаналізовано поняття коучинг у педагогічних дослідженнях. Описано основні принципи педагогічного коучингу. На основі аналізу науково-педагогічних праць і власного педагогічного досвіду розкрито і доповнено змістове наповнення поняття педагогічний коучинг. Звернено увагу на філософську основу педагогічного коучингу. Проаналізовано переваги використання коучингу в освітньому процесі. У статті педагогічний коучинг тлумачимо як поетапний і системний процес досягнення високого рівня фахових компетентностей, формування професійного іміджу, вибудовування власної траєкторії розвитку здобувача освіти на основі широкого кола особистісних здібностей здобувача, знань і вмінь, що забезпечує викладач-коуч. Розкрито особистісні якості педагога-коуча: емпатія, мобільність, оперативність мислення, комунікативні здібності, толерантне ставлення до студента, розуміння психологічного стану студента, прогнозування та передбачення дій студентів. Зроблено наголос на умінні викладача-коуча формулювати систему питань, які є ключовим інструментом педагогічного коучингу. Правильно сформульовані питання допомагають здобувачам освіти сформувати особистісну думку, продемонструвати мовне чуття, стимулювати професійний інтерес використання мовлення у майбутній діяльності, формувати зацікавленість до підвищення рівня професійного мовлення. Показано, що використання педагогічного коучингу в навчальному процесі дає змогу посилити мотивацію здобувачів освіти до формування професійно-мовленнєвої компетентності, розвивати їх мовленнєві уміння і навички, пов’язані з майбутньою професійною діяльністю, використовувати різні граматичні, лексичні, синтаксичні конструкції у поєднанні з професійним термінологічним апаратом, розвивати потребу підвищувати власний рівень професійного іміджу. Автор обґрунтовує, що педагогічний коучинг є ефективним інструментом формування професійно-мовленнєвої компетентності здобувачів освіти. Сформовано висновки, що педагогічний коучинг ефективно впливає на формування професійного іміджу здобувача освіти.
Metaverse Halkla İlişkiler Eğitiminde Nerede? Türkiye’deki Halkla İlişkiler Bölümlerine Yönelik Bir Analiz
Authors: ÖKSÜZ Burcu , ORMANCI Malike , ŞENDOĞAN Fatma
Published: November 2023

Günümüz teknolojileri insanlığa kurgusal evrenler sunarak yeni iletişim ortamları yaratmaktadır. Yeni bir iletişim ortamı olan ve dijital tabanlı tüm platformların birleştiği bu kurgusal evren ‘‘Metaverse’’ olarak ifade edilmektedir. İletişim biliminin dallarından olan halkla ilişkiler ve tanıtım ve halkla ilişkiler ve reklamcılık bölümlerinin lisans programlarında yaşamın çeşitli alanlarına sirayet etmeye, sosyal ve kamusal alanların yanında kurumsal alanları da etkisi altına almaya başlamış olan Metaverse kavramına verilen önemi ve iletişim bağlamında Metaverse kavramının yeni bir iletişim ortamı olarak lisans programlarına dahil edilme durumlarını ortaya çıkarmak bu araştırmanın temel amacıdır. Araştırma amacı kapsamında Türkiye'de yer alan halkla ilişkiler tanıtım ve halkla ilişkiler reklamcılık lisans programlarının dersleri ve ders içerikleri içerik analizi yöntemiyle analiz edilmiştir. Türkiye’de halkla ilişkiler ve tanıtım, halkla ilişkiler ve reklamcılık olmak üzerine vakıf ve devlet üniversitelerinde 71 eğitim programı bulunmaktadır. Metaverse, sanal gerçeklik ve arttırılmış gerçeklik kavramları üzerinden yapılan incelemeler sonucunda vakıf üniversitelerinin devlet üniversitelerine oranla bu konulara yönelik eğitimin verilmesine daha fazla önem verdiği ve ders ya da çeşitli derslerin içeriklerinde değinildiği saptanmıştır. Fakat araştırma kapsamında incelenen 71 bölümün derslerinin analizi sonucu ulaşılan veriler doğrultusunda yalnızca 13 üniversitenin Metaverse (veya Sanal Gerçeklik) kavramına yönelik ders ve veya ders içeriği oluşturduğu belirlenmiştir.
Research on vocal teaching model based on heuristic teaching method in China’s universities
Authors: Li Wu
Published: November 2023

The article discusses the application significance and specifics of heuristic teaching method in China's university vocal teaching. The heuristic teaching method can effectively strengthen students' mastery of vocal knowledge and promote the development of divergent thinking among students. It aims to mobilize students' creativity through guidance and inspiration around the teaching objectives of vocal.
The penetration of foreign dance culture and the evolution of its development in the education system of China
Authors: Chen Chen
Published: November 2023

The interaction of dance cultures is an inevitable process of evolution of human civilization. This article is intended not only to shed light on the spread of foreign dances in China, but also to assess their role in the modern education system of the country. The main emphasis is on the dissemination of foreign dance culture as a tool of public diplomacy. Some promising vectors are identified, the consideration of which will allow to continue the effective evolution of foreign dance culture in China.
The blended teaching model of English language in China’s universities under the background of “Internet+”
Authors: Xiaodan Chen
Published: November 2023

The article studies the construction strategy of blended instructional mode of university English under the background of “Internet+". The hypothesis is put forward that the blended instructional mode based on the background of “Internet+" has great use value and can promote the overall improvement of the quality of English-related talents. It is concluded that the creation of flip classrooms, implementation of MOOC (massive open online courses) instructional mode and introduction modern software stimulate students' interest in English and improve their language application ability.
The influence of sentence differences between English and Chinese on the translation of literary works
Authors: Fan Yang , Chen Chen , Hanhui Li
Published: November 2023

This article discusses the influence of sentence patterns differences between English and Chinese on the translation of literary works, and analyzes the translation strategies of literary works under the influence of cultural differences between China and the West, with a view to finding more accurate and reliable measures to promote the translation of Chinese and English literary works.
Research on the construction and identification of Chinese minority music culture in the context of anthropology
Authors: Hongdou Liu
Published: November 2023

This article will take the anthropological context as the starting point to discuss and analyze the multi-dimensional interaction between the minority subjects, local governments and the state in the minority music culture of China, as well as various issues related to the identity construction and cultural identity of this kind of festival ceremony music.
Respon Pemberian Pupuk Organik Cair Bonggol Pisang dan Ampas Tahu Terhadap Pertumbuhan Tanaman Rumput Odot (Pennisetum purpureum cv.mott)
Authors: Nursani Nursani , Lestari Rika Hari , Amaliah Reski , Arisandi Sri
Published: November 2023

The research aim to see efectiviness of using banana humps POC and tofu cake on the growth of Odot grass. This study implemented Randomized Group Design (RGD) with 5 different treatment, then each treatment was repeated 4 times. These treatment include: P0 (control), P1 (banana humps POC 100 ml), P2 (banana humps POC 200 ml), P3 (tofu cake POC 100 ml), P4 (tofu cake POC 200 ml). The results of this study indicate that the aplication of banana humps POC and tofu  cake POC 100 ml and 200 ml has a significant impact (P<0.05) on plant height, number of leaves, number of tillers and plant fresh weight. The conclusion was that optimal development of Odot grass plants was seen in treatments P2 (banana humps POC 200 ml) and P4 (tofu cake POC 200 ml).
 
Keywords: Banana humps, Tofu cake, Odot grass, Growth
 
ABSTRAK
Tujuan penelitian ini yaitu untuk melihat efektivitas penggunaan POC bonggol pisang dan  POC ampas tahu terhadap pertumbuhan rumput Odot. Penelitian ini menerapkan RAK (rancangan acak kelompok) dengan 5 perlakuan yang berbeda, kemudian masing-masing perlakuan diulang sebanyak 4 kali. Perlakuan tersebut mencakup: P0 (kontrol), P1 (POC bonggol pisang 100 ml), P2 (POC bonggol pisang 200 ml), P3 (POC ampas tahu 100 ml), P4 (POC ampas tahu 200 ml). Hasil penelitian mengidentifikasi bahwa penggunaan POC bonggol pisang dan POC ampas tahu dengan konsentrasi 100 ml dan 200 ml memiliki dampak yang signifikan (P<0.05) pada tinggi tanaman, jumlah daun, jumlah anakan dan berat segar tanaman. Kesimpulannya adalah bahwa perkembangan optimal dari tanaman rumput Odot terlihat pada perlakuan P2 (POC bonggol pisang 200 ml) dan  P4 (POC ampas tahu 200 ml).
 
Kata kunci: Bonggol pisang, Ampas tahu, Rumput odot, Pertumbuhan
Kontaminasi Koliform pada Daging Ayam Broiler di Pasar Tradisional Sentani Kabupaten Jayapura
Authors: Nuhon Kornelius Liat , Sadi Ristasari , Merpati Merpati , Kondong Dortje Janet
Published: November 2023

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the level of bacterial contamination in broiler meat at the Sentani Jayapura traditional market by testing the total number of coliform bacteria. Sampling was carried out thoroughly among broiler chicken sellers at the Sentani Traditional market in Jayapura. Seven samples were from the Pharra market and three samples from the Lama market, so the total of broiler meat samples was 10 samples. Test result data is presented in the form of an average of contaminated samples, with descriptive analysis of the number of coliforms. The research results showed that the average amount of coliform in the Pharra market was 1.5 x 106 CFU/gram and the Lama market was 2.7 x 102 CFU/gram. It was concluded that traders in the Sentani traditional market, Jayapura Regency, did not apply hygiene measures during the selling process, resulting in chicken meat being contaminated with coliform bacteria.
 
Keywords: Coliform, Broiler Chicken Meat, Traditional Markets
 
ABSTRAK
Tujuan dalam penelitian ini adalah untuk mengevaluasi tingkat kontaminasi bakteri pada daging broiler di pasar tradisional Sentani Jayapura dengan menguji jumlah total bakteri koliform. Pengambilan sampel dilakukan secara menyeluruh terhadap penjual ayam broiler di pasar Tradisioanal Sentani Jayapura. Tujuh sampel dari pasar Pharra dan tiga sampel dari pasar Lama, sehingga total sampel daging broiler sebanyak 10 sampel. Data hasil pengujian disajikan dalam bentuk rataan sampel yang terkontaminasi, dengan analisis deskriptif jumlah coliform. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa rataan jumlah koliform di pasar Pharra sebesar 1,5 x 106 CFU/gram dan pasar Lama sebesar 2,7 x 102 CFU/ gram. Disimpulkan bahwa pedagang di pasar tradisional Sentani Kabupaten Jayapura tidak menerapkan tindakan kebersihan pada saat proses penjualan sehingga mengakibatkan daging ayam terkontaminasi bakteri koliform.
 
Kata kunci: Koliform, Daging Broiler, Pasar Tradisional
Analysis of Knowledge and Attitude Regarding First Aid and CPR Among Myanmar Seafarers
Authors: LIN Tay Zar , HTET Shwelinn , KUMAR Rohit
Published: November 2023

Addressing a critical knowledge deficit within the maritime workforce, this study investigates the level of preparedness exhibited by Myanmar seafarers in regard to administering first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The research underscores the significance of customised training programmes for the maritime environment, as evidenced by the gender disparity and broad age distribution. Although the participants demonstrate noteworthy skills in burns care and CPR, they lack proficiency in specific areas such as managing haemorrhage, attending to unresponsive patients, and understanding the chain of survival. The study highlights the necessity of incorporating practical situations and a collaborative approach from various academic disciplines in order to enhance first aid training and ultimately enhance marine safety. In support of experiential learning in emergency response, the correlation study establishes a positive relationship between first aid knowledge and seafarer experience. Although the research conducted yielded valuable insights, a significant drawback was the lack of a skills assessment element; this underscores the critical need for future studies to incorporate objective measures. This study concludes by contributing to the collective comprehension of seafarers' proficiency in emergency procedures and acting as a catalyst for targeted interventions, policies, and best practises in the maritime industry. Despite the constraints, this research establishes a foundation for future research into maritime safety. It underscores the criticality of rectifying divergent levels of assurance in order to improve emergency medical readiness in the maritime domain as a whole.
Simultaneous acquisition of multiple auditory-motor transformations reveals supra-syllabic motor planning in speech production
Authors: Zeng Yuyu , Niziolek Caroline A , Parrell Benjamin
Published: November 2023

Motor planning forms a critical bridge between psycholinguistic and motoric models of word production. While syllables are often considered the core planning unit in speech, growing evidence hints at supra-syllabic planning, but without firm empirical support. Here, we use differential adaptation to altered auditory feedback to provide novel, straightforward evidence for word-level planning. By introducing opposing perturbations to shared segmental content (e.g., raising the first vowel formant of “sev” in “seven” while lowering it in “sever”), we assess whether participants can use the larger word context to separately oppose the two perturbations. Critically, limb control research shows that such differential learning is possible only when the shared movement forms part of separate motor plans. We found differential adaptation in multisyllabic words, but of smaller size relative to monosyllabic words. These results strongly suggest speech relies on an interactive motor planning process encompassing both syllables and words.
In memoriam of Svetlana Vasilievna Shibareva (21.05.1953 – 25.05.2023)
Authors:   Institute of Soil Science and Agrochemistry, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Titlyanova A.A. , Varakina Z.V. ,   Institute of Soil Science and Agrochemistry, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: November 2023

The article provides information about the research activities of Svetlana Vasilievna Shibareva, candidate of biological sciences, the researcher at the laboratory of biogeocenology at the Institute of Soil Science and Agrochemistry of the SB RAS, briefly describing the main areas of her research such as carbon cycle, nitrogen and other elements in agrocenoses and on coal mining spoils, peat reserves and decomposition in the mires of West Siberia and Poland, as well as fractional and chemical composition of litter in the forest and grassland ecosystems of Siberia.
Machine learning driven prediction of lattice constants in transition metal dichalcogenides
Authors: Sharma Bhupendra , Chaudhary Laxman , Adhikari Rajendra , Ghimire Madhav Prasad
Published: November 2023

Machine learning represents an emerging branch of artificial intelligence, centering on the enhancement of algorithms in computer programs through the utilization of data and the accumulation of research-driven knowledge. The requirement for artificial intelligence in materials science is essential due to the significant need for innovative high-performance materials on a large scale. In this report, the gradient boosting regression tree model of machine learning was applied to predict the lattice constants of cubic and trigonal MX2 systems (M=transition metal and X=chalcogen atoms). The theoretical/experimental values of the materials were compared to the predicted values to calculate the standard errors such as RMSE (root mean square error) and MAE (mean absolute error). The features used to predict lattice constants were ionic radius, lattice angles, bandgap, formation energy, total magnetic moment, density and oxidation states. The features versus contribution barplot has been drawn to reveal the contribution level of each parameter in the degree of [0,1] to obtain the predictions. This report provides a precise account of the prediction methodology for lattice parameters of the transition metal dichalcogenides family, a process that was previously not reported.
Effects of calcination and sintering processes on structural profile parameters of modified BNKT-based ferroelectric ceramics
Authors: Aryal Ram , Bhattarai Binod , Pokhrel Bhadra
Published: November 2023

We have carried out a detailed study of synthesis and variations of structural profile parameters: lattice constants, unit cell volume, densities, porosity, crystallite size, dislocation density and micro-strain of BMZ modified BNKT (1-x) Bi0.5(Na0.70K0.30)0.5TiO3-xBiMg0.5Zr0.5O3 for x=0, 0.03, 0.06, 0.09 and 0.12 using x-ray diffraction. The conventional solid-state reaction method was used to synthesize BNKT samples. The BNKT powders were calcined at an optimized temperature of 850 °C for 2 hours. Keeping the calcination temperature fixed, optimized sintering temperature and time were also determined to be 11400C for 2 hours, based on the sharpness of the peaks and densification. The nature of the XRD patterns is qualitatively similar to that observed for calcined powders, however, the reflections are sharper in sintered samples presumably due to an increase in particle size. The XRD profile reveals an almost pure perovskite structure with cubic symmetries for all samples in both calcined powders as well as sintered samples. The crystallite size, dislocation densities, and micro-strain were determined by using William-Hall plots as well as Scherrer formula.  It is observed that the maximum bulk density was found to be 5.88 gm/cm3 for x=0.03 which is 96.39 % of the theoretical density. The crystallite size varies from 19.84 - 44.15 nm with compositions for calcined powders and from 57.01- 62.69 nm for sintered samples. The very low value of crystallite sizes of calcined powder indicates that the particle size is comparably very low to that of sintered samples. The dislocation densities and micro-strain for calcined and sintered powders were observed in the range (5.1- 25.4)´10-4nm-2, and (2.54 - 3.1) ´10-4 nm-2 and (1.3 -4.8) ´10-3 and (8.93 - 9.90) ´10-4 respectively which are determined using William-Hall plot method. These results are also confirmed by the results obtained from the Scherrer method. Both results show improved profile parameters in sintered compositions than in calcination. This verifies that sintered BMZ-doped BNKT powders are promising candidates for many dielectric-based energy storage applications.
Exploring topological phase transition in Pt2Hg1−xTlxSe3
Authors: Shahi Deergh Bahadur , Bhattarai Dipak , Ghimire Madhav Prasad
Published: November 2023

The transition from trivial to non-trivial phase in two-dimensional materials are called a topological phase transition (TPT). The Berry phase, non-local string order parameter, and edge states define the topological nature of the system. A newly discovered jacutingaite ma- terial Pt2HgSe3 is a layered material which occurs naturally in the form of minerals. The material can be exfoliated and was predicted as a quantum spin Hall insulator. Here, on the basis of density functional theory and tight-binding calculations, we explore Pt2Hg1−xTlxSe3 (x = 0.25, 0.50, 0.75, 1) to understand the electronic and topological properties. We start with the parent material Pt2HgSe3 wherein Hg is replaced partially with x amount of Tl, to tune the topological phases. From the electronic structure calculations, Pt2HgSe3 is found to be a non-trivial semimetal in it’s bulk. Upon electron doping, the material transforms to strong topological metallic phase. The topological Z2 invariant calculation shows TPT in Pt2Hg1−xTlxSe3 with weak topological insulating state (0;001) for x=0, to strong topological metal (1;000) for x=1, respectively.
Visitors’ Environmental Impact on Conservation Areas: An Evaluation of Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail in the Annapurna Conservation Area, Nepal
Authors: Baral Rekha , Rijal Deepak Prasad , Saini Binod Kumar
Published: November 2023

Worldwide, natural landscapes possessing exceptional biodiversity are declared as protected areas for conserving unique biodiversity and ecosystems. With the invention of the concept of ecotourism, protected areas have been established as the most preferred nature-based tourism destinations. The increased tourism activity within the conservation area generates many negative environmental impacts which eventually deteriorate the ecosystem and threaten the biodiversity. The Annapurna Conservation Area is a mountain ecosystem providing shelter for various unique biodiversity and is also famous for tourism activity. Annapurna Base Camp Trekking trail within the Annapurna conservation area has been established as one of the most preferred trekking destinations, however, the negative environmental impacts of tourism on this trekking trail are yet unknown. In this study, we evaluated the environmental impacts of tourism across the Annapurna Base Camp Trekking trail via field visit observation, group discussion, and questionnaire survey on a Likert scale ranging from one to five. The result revealed that solid waste generation and the spread of invasive alien plants across the trekking trail are the obvious environmental impacts of tourism while impacts on other aspects of the environment are almost insignificant and within the threshold limit. The findings thus indicate the need to devise an effective strategy for mitigating solid waste generation and preventing the spread of invasive plants. This finding provides important insights to formulate policies for the management of tourism in conservation areas and protect the biodiversity, landscape, and ecosystem of the Annapurna Base Camp Trekking trail and other similar trekking destinations across the entire country.
Evaluating the Major Sources of Surface Water Quality in Pokhara Metropolitan City, Gandaki Province, Nepal
Authors: Tiwari Susmita , Timalsina Binit , Sitaula Sagar , Awasthi Mahesh Prasad , Mahat Anjal , Pant Ramesh Raj
Published: November 2023

The Mardi Watershed serves as a crucial source of drinking water for Pokhara Metropolitan City (PMC), Gandaki Province, Nepal, offering a wide range of ecosystem services including fishing, tourism, transportation, livestock support, and, notably, clean drinking water. However, the main river and its tributaries face degradation due to a blend of human and natural impacts. This comprehensive study rigorously examines the physicochemical and biological attributes that define water quality within the watershed. Recognizing the global importance of water quality for human well-being, this investigation specifically evaluates the suitability of water for drinking purposes. Twenty-three samples were collected and subjected to analysis for the twenty-one distinct physicochemical parameters. The analysis covers physicochemical parameters such as pH, water temperature, conductivity, total dissolved solids, alkalinity as well as concentrations of ions such as calcium (Ca2+), magnesium (Mg2+), sodium (Na+), potassium (K+), ammonium (NH4+), nitrate (NO3-), bicarbonate (HCO3-), sulfate (SO42-), and phosphate (PO43-), free carbon dioxide (CO2), chloride (Cl-), total hardness (TH), calcium hardness (CaH), magnesium hardness (MgH), iron (Fe2+), turbidity (Turb.) Simultaneously, biological markers including total coliforms were assessed. The overall water quality aligns with the World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, a significant exception lies in microbial indicators. Microbial presence, likely a result of increasing anthropogenic pressures, is relatively elevated in most samples. Furthermore, the cumulative outcome reveals a Water Quality Index (WQI) of 22.04, indicating excellent suitability for drinking. Since, effective management strategies are crucial for ensuring a consistent and sustainable supply of potable water to the urban population, information obtained through this study can contribute to the sustainable management of water quality and maintaining a reliable supply of safe drinking water to urban communities.
Role of Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy on Advanced Epithelial Ovarian Cancer
Authors: Pandey Manju , Acharya Bijaya Chandra , Subedi Hemnath , Gurung Sarita Rana , Kandel Bibek , Adhikari Ganga Dutta , Shrestha Binuma
Published: November 2023

Correspondence

Dr Manju Pandey , Gynecology Oncology Unit,  Dept. of Surgical Oncology, BP Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital, Bharatpur, Nepal. Email: drmanju921@gmail.com

 

Introduction: Ovarian cancer is the most lethal gynecological malignancy diagnosed at late stage in most of the cases. Management includes primary debulking surgery with a target of no gross residual disease or ≤ 1cm residual disease followed by paclitaxel and carboplatin-based chemotherapy. Neoadjuvant chemotherapy of at least 3 cycles followed by interval debulking surgery is an alternative option in selected cases of advanced disease. Material and Method: A prospective study was carried out at B.P. Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital, Bharatpur, Chitwan from the period 1st November 2022 to 31st August 2023 (10 months). Patients diagnosed with advanced ovarian cancer based on clinical and CECT findings and confirmed with cytology or FNAC or biopsy undergoing Interval Debulking Surgery after 3 cycles of NACT (paclitaxel and carboplatin) were included. The role of NACT in terms of response according to RECIST criteria, regression of CA125 value, rate of complete or optimal cytoreduction, and postoperative complications were analyzed.  Results: A total of 40 cases fulfilling the inclusion criteria were enrolled. Most patients 14(35%) were between 51-60 years with a mean age of 51.45 ± 11.46 SD years. Abdominal pain and/or distension were the most common presenting symptoms. The majority 32 (84.2%) of cases were given NACT based on CT scan findings of advanced disease. Confirmation of malignancy was done by positive USG-guided FNAC from ovarian mass in most cases 23 (57.5%), followed by positive ascitic fluid cytology in 8 (20%) patients. The median CA125 value before and after NACT were 844 U/ml and 27.89 U/ml respectively. After NACT, CA125 was normalized in 24 (60%) patients. Most patients 30 (75%) had complete cytoreduction during IDS; while 7 (17.5%) patients had optimal cytoreduction, and 3 (7.5%) had suboptimal cytoreduction. The median duration of surgery was 147.5 minutes, and the median blood loss was 287.5 ml. The postoperative period was uneventful in most cases. Conclusions: NACT followed by interval debulking surgery is an effective alternative in selected cases of advanced ovarian cancer as the complete and optimal cytoreduction rate is higher with fewer postoperative complications.
EMI Strategy: A Misconception in Early Grade
Authors: Parajuli Raju
Published: November 2023

This article discusses on the debatable EMI (English as a Medium of Instruction) issue as there is confusion either English must be taught right from the Nursery or at some later stage. Nepalese classrooms are the product of multilingual, multicultural and bilingual society. Without considering the fact of multilingual and multi-ethnic context, EMI (English as a medium of Instruction) is strictly adopted in schools in early grade. Our school system, including textbooks, instruction, curriculum, teaching practices, is influenced heavily by the dominant English hegemony in early grade. In this context, this paper aims to explore the difficulties and struggles of Nepali language speaking children’s experiences as they find in between the Nepali-speaking home environment and English-speaking school environment at their early grades. To fulfill this objective, the researcher adopted narrative research design under qualitative method incorporating interpretative philosophical guideline. It is based on the unstructured interviews aimed at eliciting personal stories and experiences related to EMI in early grade. Discussing on a narrative analysis, this paper revealed that how the learners are discouraged to what Bourdieu’s term symbolic violence with some examples of how such demotivation is seen in school’s teaching-learning practices. The results further concluded that to address the problematic nature of schooling for such learners in most of the schools in Nepal, this paper highlights the need for socially responsive school policies and pedagogy understanding local context entertaining the linguistic and cultural diversity of students.