bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Comparative Mood Analysis of the English Speeches of General Qamar Javed Bajwa and General Pervaiz Musharraf
Authors: Saleem Fatima , Shahzad Waheed , Farooq Muhammad Anwar
Published: January 2024

Mood refers to the transient emotional and mental state of an individual. This study delves into an examination of mood types present in the speeches of Qamar Javed Bajwa and Pervaiz Musharraf, drawing on M.A.K Halliday's theory. Its primary objective is to elucidate the prevalent mood structures within their speeches and to discern how these moods manifest the unique features of their oratory. Utilizing a descriptive qualitative approach and transcriptions of their speeches, the research scrutinized 316 lines of two army chiefs’ speeches. The findings unveiled the existence of three distinct mood types: declarative, interrogative, and imperative. Notably, Bajwa predominantly employed the declarative mood in 87% of his speech, while Musharraf consistently used it 90% of the time. The interrogative mood was a much rarer presence, appearing in just 1.15% of the speeches. The imperative mood featured in Bajwa's speech at a rate of 12% and in Musharraf's speech at 7.5%. It is worth noting that the declarative mood, which involves the provision of information, was the most frequently utilized mood in the speeches of both individuals.
Life of Communication Process: A Critical and Philosophical Approach Study of Communication Process
Authors: Tariq Zarnab Noor
Published: January 2024

Contextualizing Life of Communication is the study conducted to interpret the philosophical developments respective to critical approaches of Communication as a discipline, Communication as an idea, Communication as a process and Communication as a phenomenon, which results in the formulation of seven major traditions of Communication. This Research is an effort to identify the ontological existence and perspective of Communication, acclaiming it as a condition and state of mind in which we live all the Time consciously and unknowingly. The Research is an attempt to identify the importance of thinking, analyzing and understanding Imagination and self-awareness in the context of Communication. The methodological practice followed in this Research is Habermas's Public sphere theory, along with dialectal hermeneutical analysis through constructivism theory. The Research concluded that Imagination keeps Communication alive till it fulfils the purpose of its existence, and self-awareness is that purpose which needs to be attained through the precondition of thoughts (imaginations). For the sake of conclusion, a prospecting model derived from interpretations of various philosophers and Allama Iqbal’s Model of Life is presented in this Research.
Student Performance at Tertiary Level: The Role of Social Work Education
Authors: Haq Muhammad Anwar Ul , Hassan Syeda Mahnaz
Published: January 2024

This paper has been designed to examine the role of satisfaction towards discipline, spiritual orientation, and commitment to be professional in student performance at the tertiary level in the Punjab province. Social work has become an essential component of higher education globally, especially with the rise of globalization and internationalization. The study has been based on a quantitative approach. It uses the data from a sample of 347 social work discipline students from public sector universities through a proportionate random sampling technique. It is important to mention that the students have been enrolled in the BS (4 Years) program. A cross-sectional survey was conducted, and a structured questionnaire was administered to collect information from social work students. It was pretested from 30 randomly selected students, and reliability was confirmed. It used three independent, two paths, one dependent, and one intervening variable. In the same way, the study found that satisfaction towards discipline, spiritual orientation, and commitment to be professional indirectly affect social work student performance through the mediation of practice learning and supervision of academic activity.
Impact of malocclusion on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) using the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14)
Authors: Topal Refika
Published: January 2024

Aim: The present study aims to examine the oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) using the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14) among patients with orthodontic complaints in terms of malocclusion classification from the aspects of gender and age.
Methods: The present study was carried out using face-to-face interviews with 150 patients (73 females and 77 males) aged between 12 and 34 years. Demographic information, including age and gender, was requested from the patients via the questionnaire form. Participants were requested to complete the abbreviated version of the OHIP-14 to assess the OHRQoL. Patients were classified into three groups: Class I (n = 50), II (n = 65), and III (n = 35) by Angle classification. In order to measure the OHRQoL, the patients were asked to answer the Turkish version of the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14). The statistical analyses were performed using ANOVA, Bonferroni, and the Student’s t-test. The statistical significance level was set at p < 0.05.
Results: In OHRQoL, the Class III group was found to have statistically significantly higher values when compared to the Class II and Class I groups (p < 0.05). The mean scores in the psychological discomfort and handicap subscales were found to be statistically significantly higher (p < 0.05).
Conclusion: Malocclusion has a negative effect on OHRQoL. The increasing severity of malocclusion causes lower OHRQoL.
 
How to cite this article:
Topal R. Impact of malocclusion on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) using the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14). J Med Dent Invest 2023; 4: e230354. https://doi.org/10.5577/jomdi.e230354
Efecto de los medicamentos antiinflamatorios no esteroideos (Aines) en la consolidación ósea
Authors: Soria Ruiz Luis Sesbastian , Telenchana Chimbo `Paulo Fernando
Published: January 2024

La consolidación ósea es el proceso de regeneración después de una fractura, esta se da en 3 fases, siendo la primera la inflamatoria y proliferativa, seguido de la formación del callo de fractura y al final la remodelación, no obstante, este proceso genera dolor, inflamación, fiebre, hinchazón y enrojecimiento, por lo que para su tratamiento se utilizan los medicamentos antiinflamatorios no esteroideos (AINE), sin embargo, en humanos algunos estudios han identificado que estos fármacos pueden retardar la consolidación ósea. Describir que el uso de AINES (medicamentos antiinflamatorios no esteroideos Aines) puede prolongar el tiempo de consolidación de fracturas mediante una revisión sistemática y así poder establecer la efectividad y seguridad del uso de AINES. Revisión documental de artículos científicos publicados desde enero de 2018 hasta junio de 2023, que tuvo como herramientas de búsqueda las bases de datos online PubMed, Scielo y ScienceDirect, además el método usado se centró en cumplir con la mayoría de los apartados de la declaración PRISMA 2020. Se recopilo un total de 788 artículos iniciales de los cuales únicamente se seleccionaron 12 que cumplían con los requisitos de inclusión. Se ha determinado que el uso de AINES en fracturas se encuentra se encuentra directamente involucrado en el retardo de consolidación, debido a que afecta la formación de colonias de células madre esqueléticas humanas, al osteoblasto y su capacidad formadora de hueso.
Transformando la Logística Militar en Colombia mediante Inteligencia Artificial: Innovaciones y Desafíos
Authors: Tafur Prada Yesid Hernando , Arenas Prada Yenny Patricia
Published: January 2024

La creciente relevancia de la IA en el ámbito militar global, enfatizando su potencial para mejorar la eficiencia y seguridad en las operaciones logísticas. La metodología empleada en el estudio incluye un análisis detallado de las aplicaciones actuales de la IA, así como una evaluación de casos de estudio relevantes y tendencias internacionales. Se revela cómo la integración de sistemas robóticos y autónomos, el uso de análisis predictivo y Big Data, y la aplicación de IA en la gestión de la cadena de suministro están revolucionando las operaciones militares en Colombia. Se centró en los desafíos que presenta esta integración, incluyendo la adaptación a infraestructuras existentes, cuestiones de ciberseguridad y consideraciones éticas. Y se enfatiza la importancia de abordar estos desafíos de manera estratégica para aprovechar plenamente el potencial de la IA. Se sugiere que, aunque la implementación de la IA en la logística militar colombiana presenta desafíos significativos, su adopción estratégica y responsable puede conducir a mejoras sustanciales en la eficiencia y efectividad de las operaciones militares.
Caolín en el Control de Plagas Agrícolas: Un Estudio Bibliométrico Global de Tendencias, Colaboraciones y Aplicaciones en la Agricultura Sostenible
Authors: Robinson J. Herrera-Feijoo , Vélez-Ruiz Mayra Carolina
Published: January 2024

El caolín ha emergido como una herramienta vital en la gestión sostenible de plagas, destacando por su contribución a prácticas agrícolas menos dependientes de insecticidas sintéticos. A través de un análisis bibliométrico, empleando la extensa base de datos de Scopus y seleccionando términos como 'caolín', 'kaolin', 'pests', e 'insects', esta investigación ha cuantificado y evaluado la extensión de la literatura sobre el caolín. Mediante el paquete 'bibliometrix' en R, se realizó un análisis detallado que incluyó la tendencia de la producción científica por año, la procedencia geográfica de los autores, la frecuencia de las palabras clave, las redes de colaboración, los documentos más citados y las revistas de mayor impacto en este campo. Los hallazgos indican un creciente volumen de investigaciones y un amplio entramado de cooperación internacional, con Estados Unidos, Italia y España a la vanguardia de las publicaciones. Se confirmó que el caolín es eficaz en una gama diversa de cultivos y contra múltiples plagas, causantes de importantes pérdidas económicas. Las conclusiones de este estudio subrayan el potencial del caolín para fortalecer la resiliencia de la agricultura global, alineándose con los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible y promoviendo la seguridad alimentaria y la sostenibilidad ambiental.
Desigualdades Tecnológicas en la Educación en Ecuador: Abordando la Brecha Educativa
Authors: Albuja Loachamin Luisa Fernanda , Alvear Loor Jessica Geovanna , Sarango Romero Verónica Janeth
Published: January 2024

Este artículo aborda las desigualdades tecnológicas en la educación en Ecuador, destacando la urgencia de cerrar la brecha educativa en el entorno digital. En la introducción, se sitúa la problemática en el contexto amplio de la educación ecuatoriana, resaltando la importancia de abordar la brecha tecnológica. La metodología empleada se describe detalladamente, incluyendo la revisión bibliográfica, criterios de inclusión, selección de fuentes y análisis temático. Los resultados revelan disparidades significativas en el acceso tecnológico en distintos niveles educativos, afectando tanto la educación básica como la superior. La discusión crítica destaca la necesidad de estrategias específicas y aborda desafíos socioeconómicos y tecnológicos simultáneamente. Las conclusiones subrayan la persistencia de la brecha educativa, la importancia de evaluar estrategias propuestas y señalan la contribución de la investigación al conocimiento científico. En resumen, este estudio ofrece una visión integral de la situación actual y proporciona directrices para futuras investigaciones y acciones políticas.
Optimización del mantenimiento de los equipos de cómputo en los laboratorios de informática de las unidades educativas del cantón La Concordia: Un enfoque desde el área de Prácticas de Vinculación con la Sociedad
Authors: Mendoza Loor José Javier , Solano Gutiérrez Gerardo Alfredo , Preciado Ortiz Felix Lenin , Nuñez Freire Luis Alfonso
Published: January 2024

El artículo se centra en abordar la problemática del mantenimiento de los equipos de cómputo en los laboratorios de informática de las unidades educativas del cantón La Concordia desde el enfoque de las Prácticas de Vinculación con la Sociedad. La introducción destaca la importancia de los laboratorios de informática en el proceso educativo y resalta la necesidad de optimizar el mantenimiento para asegurar su eficiencia. Los métodos utilizados incluyen abordar un mapeo necesario de los equipos en buen estado y obsoletos para su respectivo mantenimiento, al igual que los estudioantes beneficiados por esta asistencia técnica. Los resultados muestran mejoras en el mantenimiento de los equipos de cómputo en los laboratorios de informática, lo que impacta positivamente en la calidad de la educación. En la discusión, se analizan los resultados en relación con estudios previos y se resaltan las implicaciones y beneficios de las prácticas de vinculación. En conclusión, se enfatiza la importancia de adoptar este enfoque para optimizar el mantenimiento de los equipos de cómputo en las unidades educativas del cantón La Concordia, promoviendo una educación de calidad y un mejor aprovechamiento de los recursos tecnológicos.
Carga tributária e evasão fiscal no Brasil
Authors: Dos Santos Marcos Vinícius , De Carvalho Hugo Leonardo Menezes , De Ávila Lucimar Antônio Cabral
Published: January 2024

O presente estudo teve por objetivo analisar a relação entre a carga tributária brasileira e o nível de evasão do país sob o prisma da Teoria da Equidade (Equity Theory). O fundamento para a pesquisa decorre do fato de que o Brasil é considerado um país cuja carga tributária é elevada e isso influenciaria seu nível de evasão. Contudo, existem estudos internacionais que não identificaram significância nessa relação e, no caso brasileiro, apesar de ser um tema bastante discutido, a literatura é incipiente em testar essa interação. Ante essa lacuna, o presente estudo utilizou uma abordagem quantitativa, com a utilização de regressão linear múltipla, a partir de dados brasileiros do período de 2005 a 2015. Os resultados demonstraram que o índice de retorno de bem-estar à sociedade apresentou significância estatística no modelo utilizado, assim como a carga tributária, confirmando os pressupostos teóricos utilizados na pesquisa. Ademais, o estudo evidencia, empiricamente, que a carga tributária brasileira possui relação com evasão fiscal. A presente pesquisa sugere também que os pressupostos da Teoria da Equidade podem ser úteis na formulação de hipóteses e no aprimoramento da compreensão do comportamento evasivo fiscal brasileiro e da possibilidade de comparação com estudos internacionais.
Effect of organic farming practices on growth, yield and quality of rose onion (Allium cepa)
Authors: PRABHAKAR M , HEBBAR S S , NAIR A K
Published: January 2024

A field experiment was conducted during 2005–08 to study the effect of levels of organic manure and conventional practices on growth, yield and quality of rose onion (Allium cepa L.). The trial was carried out in organic vegetable experimental plots of IIHR farm, Hesaraghatta, Bengaluru. The trial included four levels of organic manure treatment and two inorganic nutrient supply treatments. The treatment which received 100 % recommended N (RDN) equivalent through organics produced highest yield of 21.06 tonnes/ha, which was followed by the treatment received 75 % RDN through organics and conventional practices. (20.91 and 19.44 tonnes/ha).Plant growth characters such as plant height (32.5 cm), number of leaves / plant (8.5), leaf area/plant (375 cm2) and leaf area index (5.95) were also higher in this treatment resulting in better bulb yield. Yield parameter like bulb diameter (3.8 cm) and mean bulb weight (21.7g) were also higher in organic treatments that received 75 to 100 % nitrogen equivalent. There were no differences among the treatments for the quality parameters like total soluble sugars, but application of higher amount of organic manure resulted in higher bulb dry matter content than other treatments. The percentage of split bulb was comparatively less in organic treatments ranging from 15 to 18.5 % as compared to only chemical fertilizers (27.5 %) and conventional practice (26%).The benefit : cost ratio were higher with organic and conventional treatments than only chemical fertilizer treatment.
Resource recycling and their management under integrated farming system for lowlands of Bihar lowlands of Bihar
Authors: KUMAR SANJEEV , SINGH S S , MEENA M K , SHIVANI SHIVANI , DEY A
Published: January 2024

A field experiment was conducted at main farm of ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna during 2007–10 to study resource recycling from different IFS models and to identify a suitable combination of components for maximum returns and employment generation under lowland situation of Bihar. Different combination of crop, animals, fishes and birds were examined in form of seven integrated farming systems (IFS) models. Among different IFS models crop + fish + duck + goat emerged as the best integrated farming system in terms of productivity, sustainability index (0.80%), net return (` 1 59 485/year) and employment generation (752 man-days/year) apart from addition of appreciable quantity of N, P2O5 and K2O into the system in form of recycled animal and plant wastes. Crop + fish +duck + goat and crop + fish + cattle integration recorded nearly equal amount of rice- grain-equivalent yield. (21.20 and 21.18 tonnes/ha, respectively) but in terms of economics crop + fish +duck + goat supersedes by ` 30 870. The waste material/by products of crops and animals were recycled and used as inputs for other components of integrated farming system. Crop + fish + cattle model added higher quantity of N P and K overall other models.
Selecting soybean (Glycine max) genotypes for insertion height of the lowest pod, the useful trait for combine harvester
Authors: RAMTEKE RAJKUMAR , SINGH DEVVRAT , MURLIDHARAN POOJA
Published: January 2024

Field experiments were conducted during 2008 and 2009 using 90 genotypes to screen for height of insertion of the lowest pod, the trait useful for combine harvester. Data was recorded on plant height (cm), height of insertion of the lowest pod (cm) when erect, lodging of the plant in degrees (ø), stem diameter (cm), number of nodes, number of branches and yield. Results of analysis of variance showed significant differences among genotypes in terms of traits under study, which indicate the existence of genetic variation. Correlation coefficient indicated that the grain yield was not significantly associated with all studied traits, which showed non-significant association. Plant height and nodes were negatively correlated with lodging of plants in degrees. First pod height was significant and positively associated with height as well as number of nodes/plant. Stem diameter was positively associated with the nodes/plant. Highest yield was observed in genotypes JS 95-60, Co Soya 2, JS 71-05, MACS 450, VL Soya 21, MAUS 47, KB -79, MAUS 81, PS 1225, NRC 37 and MAUS 71 and was found at par with JS 95-60. However, the genotypes JS 71-05, MAUS 47, PS 1225, NRC 37 and MAUS 71 had a yield at par with JS 95-60, with the lodging angle in degrees (> 65.00°), having pod height above 12 cm, these genotypes are recommended for mechanical harvesting.
Generation mean analysis and genetic parameters for yield and contributing traits in chickpea (Cicer arietinum)
Authors: KUMAR RAVINDER , WALDIA R S , KUMAR RAMESH
Published: January 2024

The genetics of yield and related traits in three chickpea crosses HC 5 × H 00 256, HC 5 × HC 3 and HC 1 × H 00 256 were studied using generation mean analysis. Over dominance was observed for pods and grain yield/plant (all crosses) and secondary branches/plant (HC 5 × HC 3 and HC 1 × H 00 256). Inbreeding depression was noticed in all the crosses for secondary branches/plant, number of pods/ plant and grain yield /plant. Both additive and dominance gene effects were significant for most of the traits, but the magnitude of later was high. The additive × additive interaction effects for most of the traits in all the crosses were also significant. Duplicate type of epistasis was noticed for 100- grain weight and plant height (all the crosses), grain yield/plant (HC 5 × H 00 256 and HC 1 × H 00 256) and primary branches/plant (HC 1 × H 00 256). The narrow sense heritability was low (<20%) to moderate (20–50%). Genetic advance as percent of mean was moderate (15–40%) for most of the traits except pods/plant (HC 5 × H 00 256), 100- grain weight and plant height (HC 5 × H 00 256 and HC 5 × HC 3), where it was low (<15%). Correlation between yield and primary branches, secondary branches and pods/plant was positive and significant, irrespective of the crosses.
Screening of strawberry (Fragaria ×ananassa) varieties under organic production system for Kashmir valley
Authors: SINGH S R , SRIVASTAVA K K , SHARMA M K , SINGH LAL , SHARMA V K
Published: January 2024

Eighteen strawberry varieties were tested for organic production system under temperate region. Variety Gorella recorded maximum fruit yield/plant (262.50 g), followed by variety Confutura (260.20g), Chandler (259.37g) and Brighton (256.50 g).Variety Confutura recorded largest fruit size (9.28g) which was at par with varieties Howard and Senga Sengana. Variety Larson recorded highest photosynthetically active radiation (1920 µmol/m2/s), followed by variety Howard (1886.33 µmol/m2/s). Highest energy intake for photosynthetic activities was observed in variety Confutura (364 calories), followed by Larsen, Gorella, Chandler and Brighton. On the basis of PAR, stomatal conductance and yield, varieties Confutura, Larsen, Gorella, Chandler and Brighton may be recommended for cultivation under organic farming production system in temperate region of Kashmir valley.
A evolução do direito ao voto no Brasil
Authors: Rodrigues Francisco Carlos da Silva , Lustosa Thalita Furtado Mascarenhas , Oliveira Yuri Yanick Costa de
Published: January 2024

A concepção do voto no Brasil não é algo tão novo, isto é, as eleições não são uma experiência nova. Desde a fundação das primeiras vilas e cidades já havia o exercício do voto. A problemática deste estudo parte da seguinte concepção: de que forma o direito ao voto se tornou um instrumento fundamental na construção e materizalizaçao dos direitos fundamentais?. Este trabalho justiifca-se em razão de que o direito ao voto é considerado como mecanismo e garantia da soberania popular, ou seja, de grande relevância social, além disso, os sistemas eleitorais foram alvos de grande discussão acerca de sua confiabilidade nas eleições presidenciais de 2022, sendo deixado de lado a importância e o legado de muitas conquistas e garantias ao longo dos anos. O objetivo central deste trabalho é compreender a evolução dos direitos à garantia ao voto popular, bem como da capacidade eleitoral ativa e passiva no Brasil. O presente trabalho trata-se de um estudo de revisão bibliográfica de caráter qualitativo descritivo, no qual foi realizado um levantamento de literaturas em sites, livros, revistas eletrônicas, periódicos, bancos de dados e dissertações. Observou-se que o sufrágio foi marcado por fatores de servidão e alienação política, no qual pode-se destacar os mais variados momentos de instabilidade interna no que compete ao direito ao voto no Brasil.
Segurança cidadã – Paradigmas e ocupação territorial no Brasil
Authors: Nunes Carlos Francisco Oliveira , Freire Patrícia de Sá , Teixeira Clarissa Stefani , Biz Alexandre Augusto , Rigo João André
Published: January 2024

No Brasil, há uma crise de insegurança cuja etiologia remete ao confronto entre o paradigma dominante de segurança pública e o paradigma emergente, ora denominado de segurança cidadã. Para compreender o paradigma emergente de segurança cidadã e sua materialização por meio dos programas de urbanismo social, desenvolve-se pesquisa de abordagem qualitativa, objetivo descritivo, do tipo revisão de literatura, com base em fontes primárias e secundárias, associado a um estudo de caso, a saber: a experiência dos Centros Comunitários da Paz (COMPAZ) em Recife, Pernambuco, e seu modelo de ocupação territorial. A escolha pelo COMPAZ se deu devido ao programa acumular importantes premiações internacionais (ONU, Oxfam). Demonstrou-se que o paradigma dominante sustenta uma governança focada na autoproteção do Estado, na concepção mais restrita de ordem pública, na prevenção policial e na repressão marcada pela metáfora da guerra. O paradigma emergente antagoniza, propondo um conceito ampliado de ordem pública, sustentado na centralidade do princípio da cidadania, nos direitos humanos, na integração e cooperação de múltiplos agentes, na governança multinível, destacando as causas mediatas e imediatas da violência. Fato corroborado pelo estudo de caso que evidencia princípios jurídicos e metajurídicos contra-hegemônicos. Ciente dos delineamentos do confronto, defende-se o desenvolvimento de novos protocolos operacionais, com ênfase no acolhimento social, na prevenção integral e na atuação coordenada em uma rede de stakeholders públicos e privados.
Perceptions of Pre-service Teachers on Code-switching in Bahasa Indonesia to English or Cebuano to English
Authors: Terogo Ionell Jay
Published: January 2024

This paper explores the perceptions of Filipino and Indonesian pre-service teachers on code-switching between Cebuano or Bahasa Indonesia, respectively, and English. Attributed to Canagarajah's Global English, among other theories, this quantitative research described the languages used and the perceptions on code-switching. The study compared the results of the Filipino and Indonesian pre-service teachers' perception on codeswitching and identified the preference for language use in both groups. It was found that the respondents are bilingual teachers. Also, both groups agree that teaching in one language only is not beneficial, teaching in both languages is desirable and easier to understand, mixing both languages does not weaken each other, and codeswitching assists in higher grades. Almost all respondents prefer the teaching of English through code-switching. Therefore, an empowered use of the local language and an established teaching of a World English variety unique to the Philippines and Indonesia can help pre-service teachers in their future teaching endeavors.
Key Elements of Relevant Pre-service Training from the Perspectives of Science Education Graduates
Authors: Cabansag Marie Grace
Published: January 2024

The challenges in schooling brought by a pandemic point to the importance of relevant practices responsive to the dynamics in the workplace and suggest rethinking the pre-service training in higher education. The study used the triangulation in mixed methods research among the 24 purposely selected science education graduates. The qualitative data was gathered through interviews, and the contexts of narratives were analyzed thematically. The survey results on attaining professional standards represent the quantitative data, and the two data sets were merged for analysis and comparison. The merging of the identified themes and quantitative results revealed that thekey elements relevant in pre-service training are procedural and pedagogical content knowledge that facilitates learning, skills for lifelong learning, behaviors for self-regulation, and behaviors supporting effective teaching. These fundamental elements in teaching are recommended as the basis for determining pre-service teachers' readiness toward actual teaching practice.
Creative Problem-Solving in K to 12 Physics Classroom on STEM Strand
Authors: Panergayo Albert Andry , Pelgone Alfons Jayson
Published: January 2024

Creativity is an important skill to be developed in STEM education and is also needed for economic development. Hence, this study identified and described the instructional practices of Physics teachers that foster creativity in problem-solving in Physics classrooms and their students creativity as influenced by these practices. Using a descriptive case study, classroom observation, semi-structured interviews, and document analysis were initiated from the purposive sample of six cases of Physics teachers. Thematic analysis revealed that the teacher participants foster creativity in problem-solving through constructivist-oriented and student-directed learning activities. The descriptive statistics further revealed that Creative Problem-Solving v6.1TM stages were moderately observed. Assessment of the students' learning outputs uncovered that relevance, effectiveness, problematization, and elegance were the criteria that were highlighted in all cases. In conclusion, the instructional practices and their extent of alignment to CPS v6.1TM can influence the level of creativity in problem-solving. Implications and recommendations were also discussed.
Importance of sepsis diagnosis in the clinical laboratory
Authors: Zamora Tapia Ivonne Dayana , Poveda Paredes Francisco Xavier
Published: January 2024

Introduction: septic disease is the immune imbalance in response to an infection capable of leading to multiorgan failure, worldwide there are an estimated 6 million deaths due to sepsis.Objective: to propose a comprehensive approach for the timely and accurate diagnosis of sepsis, through the determination and correlation between blood culture and procalcitonin. Methods: the present literature review considered a total of 35 articles selected through the PRISMA methodology. Results: blood culture continues to be the gold standard for septic disease in identifying the microorganism, but its low specificity has led to the implementation of automated methods such as the BioFire® Blood Culture Identification Panel 2 (BCID2). Biomarkers include procalcitonin (PCT), C-reactive protein (CRP), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), interleukin-6 (IL-6), ferritin and D-dimer (DD). Conclusions: the new automated methods have a shorter response time and both high levels of sensitivity and specificity. Similarly, it is important to measure PCT, CRP, IL-6 to guide the diagnosis, and to complement it with LDH associated with hypoperfusion, ferritin, severe sepsis and D-dimer with a picture of disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)
Human Resource Management, Technology Adaptation, and Environmental Policy: A Multi-Variable Study of MSME Entrepreneurship in Indonesia
Authors: Reni Andi , Sihite Mislan , Rijal Syamsu
Published: January 2024

This research explores the dynamics of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Indonesia, focusing on the interplay between Human Resource Management (HRM), Technology Adaptation, Environmental Policy, and MSME entrepreneurship. Despite government support and encouragement, MSMEs face challenges, particularly in managing human resources effectively and adapting to technological advancements. The study investigates the impact of HRM practices, technology adaptation, and environmental policy on MSME success through the lens of entrepreneurship. Using quantitative research design and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), the study analyzes data collected from a diverse sample of Indonesian MSMEs. The findings highlight the positive influence of effective HRM practices, technology adaptation, and environmental policy compliance on MSME entrepreneurship and success. The implications of the study suggest strategic considerations for entrepreneurs, policymakers, and stakeholders to enhance the growth and sustainability of MSMEs in Indonesia.
Brand Trust, Social Media, and Repurchase Intention: A Case Study of Le Minerale Consumers in Indonesia
Authors: Putra Wira Pramana , Mukhid Mukhid , Murthada Murthada
Published: January 2024

This research investigates the dynamic interplay between brand trust, social media engagement, and repurchase intention, focusing on Le Minerale consumers in Indonesia. Utilizing a case study approach, the study explores the intricate relationships among these factors in the context of the rapidly evolving consumer landscape. The beverage industry, particularly bottled water, serves as the backdrop, with Le Minerale as a prominent brand. Through a comprehensive analysis, the study aims to unravel the factors contributing to brand trust, the role of social media, and their combined impact on consumers' repurchase intentions in the diverse and dynamic Indonesian market.
LA CÁSCARA DE CACAO COMO POSIBLE FUENTE COMERCIAL DE PECTINAS
Authors: Vásquez Cortez Luis Humberto , Zambrano Muñoz Denisse Margoth , Paredes Garzón Julissa Estephanie , Poma Velasco Jonathan Joshua
Published: January 2024

La explotación comercial del cacao (Theobroma cacao L.) genera un volumen de cáscaras que pudiera utilizarse para la producción de pectinas a nivel industrial. Por tal razón, se extrajeron pectinas de la cáscara de cacao a diferentes condiciones de pH y temperatura y se evaluaron sus principales características químicas. En el beneficio del cacao solo es aprovechable el grano o semilla, mientras que la cáscara o mazorca es descartada y se convierte en el mayor residuo del proceso, para ello cuyo objetivo es diagnosticar si la pectina extraída de la cascara de cacao mediante procesos de laboratorio como el método de hidrolisis ácida, podría ser comercializada, ya que en ella se extrae cantidades de volumen altas, para determinar su aceptabilidad se empleó una entrevista el cual permitió reconocer mediante la opinión de los agricultores los beneficios y usos de la pectina. Las pectinas de cáscaras de cacao presentan potencial aplicación en la industria de alimentos, pero es necesario optimizar los parámetros de extracción para aumentar su rendimiento.
UTILIZACIÓN DE EXTRACTO DE JACKFRUIT (ARTOCARPUS HETEROPHYLLUS) COMO ESTRATEGIA PARA MEJORAR LA CALIDAD DEL GRANO DE CACAO
Authors: Vásquez Cortez Luis Humberto , Rivadeneira Barcia Christian Simón , Intriago Flor Frank Guillermo , Durazno Delgado Leonilo Alfonso , Vera Chang Jaime Fabián , Arboleda Álvarez Luis Fernando
Published: January 2024

El cacao es una de las materias primas más importantes a nivel mundial, siendo el soporte económico de pequeños y medianos agricultores, el presenté trabajo de investigación tiene como objetivo evaluar la utilización del extracto de Jackfruit (Artocarpus Heterophyllus). Lo cual la incidencia de esta problemática que en la actualidad el método de fermentación y postcosecha de las almendras de cacao es un factor importante porque da origen a la calidad física y sensorial de la almendra, buscando la eliminación de mucilago y cambios químicos del cacao, al no tener una fermentación de cacao perjudica a la calidad sensorial de las almendras, se aplicó un Diseño Completamente al Azar bifactorial como primer factor Tipos de cacao (Nacional y CCN-51) y segundo factor  extracto de Jackfruit en tres aplicaciones al (0%, 2.0% y 4.0%), conformado por 6  tratamientos y 3 repeticiones un total de 18 objetos de estudio, se procedió a realizar evaluación morfológica del fruto y evaluación fisicoquímicas de los granos de cacao (Temperatura, pH, °Brix) y a su vez la incidencia en la fermentación en la prueba de corte, dando como resultado en las variables iniciales presentó diferencia estadística siendo mayor aprovechamiento el cacao CCN-51, no obstante el mejor tratamiento fue el cacao Nacional fermentado en cajas micro fermentadoras tipo Rohan, el mismo comportamiento tuvo en la prueba de corte evidenciándose mayor cantidad de granos fermentados en cacao CCN-51, según la normativa INEN 176, con respecto al análisis sensorial el tratamiento que tuvo mayor aceptabilidad es CCN-51 fermentado en cajas Rohan. Esta investigación tiene como propósito mejorar la fermentación de cacao sobre la calidad física y sensorial de las barras de chocolate.
DETERMINACIÓN DE FACTORES QUE INFLUYEN EN EL CONSUMO DE COMIDA RÁPIDA EN LOS ESTUDIANTES UNIVERSITARIOS Y EFECTOS EN LA SALUD
Authors: Cahuana Tixi Janneth Estefania , Taipe Cantuña David Israel , González Naranjo David Eduardo , Díaz Andrade Fernanda
Published: January 2024

Los estudiantes universitarios se encuentran en una etapa muy vulnerable en su vida, donde pueden presentarse muchos cambios drásticos en su vida, especialmente en una alimentación basada en comida rápida. Esto ha generado un impacto principalmente en su salud, ya que el consumo habitual de este tipo de alimentos puede conducir al desarrollo de distintos tipos de enfermedades. Los estudiantes de la carrera de agroindustria entre el periodo Octubre – marzo 2023 de la Escuela Superior Politécnica de Chimborazo son los principales sujetos de estudio de esta investigación, cuyo objetivo fue identificar cuáles son los factores y determinantes del consumo de comida rápida, de lo cual se obtuvo como resultado que la falta de tiempo es el factor principal y se determinó que la mayoría de estudiantes muestra sumo interés por llevar un estilo de vida saludable.
The Evolution of Payment Systems in Bangladesh: Transition from Traditional Banking to Blockchain based Transactions
Authors: Islam Md. Jahirul , Md Rakib Mia Md Rakib Mia
Published: January 2024

This research offers a thorough examination of Bangladesh's quickly changing financial environment, which is characterized by a notable move away from conventional banking practices and toward cutting-edge innovations like blockchain and digital payments. The study's main goal is to comprehend how users adopt and perceive these financial technologies. To this end, a variety of methodologies, including sentiment analysis, regression models, correlation analysis, and descriptive statistics, are used on a sample of mostly educated, young adults. The main conclusions show that online banking services are seen as having a moderate level of security, that use and security ratings are negatively correlated, and that service variety and security perceptions are positively correlated. Furthermore, despite increased knowledge, the report indicates a cautious attitude to cryptocurrency adoption. The study also emphasizes how digital banking might eventually supplant more conventional approaches, with security and user concerns playing a major role in this notion. Users' opinions on payment system enhancements seem to be a combination of indifferent and somewhat favourable. Reaching more age groups, adding options, and focusing on safety are some ideas to make online banking better. The report says it only looked at some people and services, so future work should look at more people and bigger topics. Overall, it gives banks and government helpful facts and plans to deal with digital money's chances and challenges in Bangladesh.
HIỆU QUẢ VÀ PHÁC ĐỒ ĐIỀU TRỊ BỚT RƯỢU VANG BẰNG LASER NHUỘM XUNG 595nm TRÊN BỆNH NHÂN VIỆT NAM
Authors: Hoàng Thanh Tuấn , Lưu Tuấn Phong , Đoàn Vũ Quốc Hạnh , Vũ Thị Dạ Thảo
Published: January 2024

Mục tiêu: Đánh giá hiệu quả và phân tích mối liên quan giữa hiệu quả điều trị với đặc điểm của thương tổn trên bệnh nhân (BN). Tối ưu hóa phác đồ điều trị cho các đối tượng khác nhau dựa trên dữ liệu thu thập được. Phương pháp nghiên cứu: Nghiên cứu phân tích hồi cứu 86 BN điều trị bớt rượu vang (port- wine stain - PWS) bằng laser nhuộm xung (pulse dye laser - PDL) 595nm tại Thẩm mỹ Hoàng Tuấn từ tháng 5/2020 - 5/2023. Dữ liệu về đặc điểm nhân khẩu học, chế độ điều trị và cải thiện lâm sàng và ảnh chụp ở mỗi đợt điều trị đã được thu thập. Kết quả: Tỷ lệ đáp ứng chung của BN Việt Nam là 73,3% (63/86). Tỷ lệ đáp ứng điều trị hầu như không liên quan đến độ tuổi, giới tính, và vị trí tổn thương. Tổn thương độ 1 và 2 có đáp ứng điều trị tốt chỉ với 6 - 15 buổi. Đối với tổn thương 3, tăng số buổi điều trị lên quá 15 buổi hầu như không tăng hiệu quả điều trị. Tổn thương độ 4 cần trên 16 lần điều trị để cải thiện > 60%. Kết luận: Laser nhuộm vung 595nm có hiệu quả cao trong điều trị bớt rượu vang ở BN Việt Nam. Mức độ đáp ứng điều trị chủ yếu bị ảnh hưởng bởi mức độ tổn thương và số lần điều trị. Các tổn thương độ 1 và 2 có thể cải thiện đáng kể với phác đồ ngắn ngày trong khi các phác đồ vượt quá 15 lần điều trị nên được cân nhắc cho những BN tổn thương độ 3 và 4.
NGHIÊN CỨU GIÁ TRỊ TIÊN LƯỢNG ĐIỀU TRỊ CỦA CHỈ SỐ NLR, PLR TRONG UNG THƯ THỰC QUẢN BIỂU MÔ VẢY
Authors: Ngọc Phạm Điệp , Quang Đặng Vinh , Khánh Phạm Hưng , Cao Hồng Phúc , Thị Nghiêm Minh Châu
Published: January 2024

Mục tiêu: Xác định giá trị tiên lượng của chỉ số NLR, PLR trong ung thư thực quản biểu mô vảy. Phương pháp nghiên cứu: Nghiên cứu hồi cứu, mô tả trên 42 bệnh nhân (BN) ung thư thực quản biểu mô vảy. Các BN đều được hóa xạ trị đồng thời với phác đồ xạ trị liều 41,4Gy tiền phẫu và 50,4Gy triệt căn; hóa trị paclitaxel 50 mg/m2 và carboplatin AUC 2. Kết quả: Điểm cắt tiên lượng điều trị của NLR, PLR lần lượt là 4,37; 240. BN có chỉ số NLR > 4,37 hoặc PLR > 240 có tiên lượng điều trị kém (p < 0,0001). Kết luận: Chỉ số NLR, PLR có thể có giá trị tiên lượng điều trị trong ung thư thực quản biểu mô vảy.
Influences of foreign direct investment and carbon emission on economic growth in Vietnam
Authors: Raihan Asif
Published: January 2024

Over the course of the previous three decades, Vietnam has seen a phase of economic growth, resulting in the influx of foreign direct investment (FDI). However, it is essential to note that there was an extensive rise in carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions throughout this period. The objective of this research is to analyze the impact of FDI and CO2 emissions on Vietnam's economic growth, utilizing time series data from 1990 to 2021. The stationarity of the data was assessed using unit root tests, while an autoregressive distributed lag (ARDL) procedure was utilized to examine the long- and short-run associations between the components. Based on the research outcomes, it is seen that a marginal rise of one percent in both FDI and CO2 emissions is associated with a corresponding long-term gain of 1.36 percent and 1.11 percent in gross domestic product (GDP). Furthermore, in the short term, these increments yield an increase of 0.61 percent and 0.29 percent in GDP. The conclusions of this study will provide valuable insights for policymakers in crafting policies that effectively promote sustainable development. Specifically, these policies would aim to strike a balance between capital growth derived from foreign investments and economic expansion, while concurrently mitigating carbon emissions.
Perancangan Game Edukasi Pengenalan Rambu Lalu Lintas pada Anak Sekolah Dasar Negeri 27 kinali
Authors: Rahmawati Aulia Rahmawati
Published: January 2024

Pendidikan keselamatan yang dilakukan pada anak – anak sejak usia dini mengenai pentingnya keselamatan di jalan merupakan cara untuk membentuk pola pikir dan karakter pada anak – anak sehingga diharapkan mereka menjadi disiplin dalam berlalu lintas. Penyampaian materi keselamatan berlalu lintas dapat melalui berbagai media. Salah satu usaha yang dilakukan untuk mengurangi tingkat kecelakaan lalu lintas, maka perlunya pengenalan rambu lalu lintas sejak dini dengan menggunakan game edukasi tentang rambu lalu lintas berbasis android. penelitian ini menggunakan metode studi pustaka. Dari analisis data hasil angket uji kelayakan aplikasi pengenalan rambu lalu lintas oleh pengguna yaitu pengujian kelayakan dibagi pada 5 indikator pernyataan pada angket yaitu indikator reability, responsive, assurance, empathy dan tangibles. Pada indikator reliability aplikasi pengenalan rambu lalu lintas mendapatkan nilai ratarata 83%. Indikator responsiveness aplikasi mendapatkan nilai rata-rata 85%.  Indikator assurance aplikasi mendapatkan nilai rata-rata 81%.  Indikator empathy lintas mendapatkan nilai rata-rata 80%. Indikator tangibles mendapatkan nilai rata-rata 77%.
ANDROID BASED BODY PART INTRODUCTION EDUCATIONAL GAME APPLICATION
Authors: Rakhes Putra Winda  , April Zahmi
Published: January 2024

Dalam era digital, penggunaan teknologi dalam pendidikan semakin penting, dan game edukatif menjadi pendekatan efektif untuk menyampaikan materi pembelajaran. Pengembangan aplikasi game edukasi berbasis Android untuk mengenalkan bagian tubuh manusia menjadi langkah cerdas, memanfaatkan minat anak-anak terhadap teknologi. Aplikasi ini bertujuan memperkenalkan bagian tubuh secara interaktif, disertai gambar, dan informasi tentang fungsi dan peran masing-masing bagian. Fitur interaktif, seperti pengenalan nama bagian tubuh, diterapkan melalui antarmuka yang menarik. Keunggulan aplikasi ini adalah fleksibilitas akses, memungkinkan siswa belajar di mana saja. Selain itu, hasil pembuatan aplikasi ini telah berhasil dirancang dengan model pengenalan bagian tubuh luar manusia dan disertakan kuis pengenalan berupa bagian kepala, badan, tangan, dan kaki dengan level easy, medium, dan hard. Kombinasi antara model pengenalan dan kuis interaktif dengan tingkat kesulitan yang bervariasi diharapkan dapat meningkatkan minat dan pemahaman siswa tentang struktur tubuh manusia dengan cara yang menyenangkan. Kontribusi aplikasi ini dalam memperkaya pengalaman belajar anak-anak menjadikannya sarana efektif untuk pembelajaran yang berkesan.
ANALISIS PENGENDALIAN WAKTU PROYEK DENGAN METODE Line Of Balance (LOB) PADA PROYEK PERUMAHAN CENTRAL PARK MIDDLE EAST RING ROAD
Authors: Wildan Firdaus  , Budi Witjaksana
Published: January 2024

Permasalahan yang umum terjadi pada sebuah proyek konstruksi ialah sebuah keterlambatan, yang dimana akan mengakibatkan pekerjaan konstruksi yang lain mengalami penundaan. Oleh karena itu, untuk mengatasi permasalahan tersebut diperlukan adanya manajemen waktu, biaya, serta mutu yang baik dari pihak kontraktor. Pada penelitian tugas akhir ini penulis akan menerapkan penggunaan metode Line Of Balance untuk membuat percepatan jadwal pelaksanaan pada pengerjaan proyek perumahan Central Park Middle East Ring Road. Pada proyek konstruksi Pembangunan Perumahan Central Park Middle East Ring Road yang memiliki karateristik berulang (Repetitive) yang dimana pada tahap pembangunan yang melakukan pekerjaan – pekerjaan yang sama dan berkelanjutan pada satu proyek atau pekerjaan yang berulang (Repetitive) sehingga kebutuhan akan pemakaian sumber daya juga berkelanjutan. Pada proyek ini menerapkan penggunaan metode penjadwalan Bagan Balok (Barchart), kelemahan barchart adalah dalam  penyajian informasi cukup terbatas. Penerapan metode Line of Balance (LOB) adalah salah satu penerapan metode percepatan yang selaras pada pembangunan perumahan Central Park Middle East Ring Road. Metode Line of Balance (LOB) merupakan salah satu  metode  penjadwalan  yang dapat diaplikasikan pada proyek yang memiliki karateristik berulang (Repetitive). Keuntungan utama dari metodologi LOB adalah menyediakan tingkat produktifitas dan informasi durasi dalam bentuk format grafik. Penggunaan Line of balance dapat memberikan kemudahan untuk  mengatur  penggunaan  sumber  daya  yang  berkelanjutan  tanpa  adanya  penundaan antar  pekerjaan  sehingga  akan  memberikan  efisiensi  jumlah  tenaga  kerja  dan  alat  pada proyek.