bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Contamination of Mercury (Hg) and Lead (Pb) in Seawater and Sediments in Coastal waters of Ohoitel Village, Southeast Maluku District
Authors: Fakoubun Nadira , Riani Etty , Krisanti Majariana
Published: February 2024

Along with the increasing population in the coastal area of Ohoitel Village, it triggers the level of community settlement with an increase in anthropogenic activities. This study aims to determine the concentration of heavy metal mercury (Hg) and lead (Pb) dissolved in water and accumulated in sediments. Measurement of heavy metal levels using Atomic Absorption Spectrophometer (AAS). The results of the analyis og Hg content obtained in seawater at station I was 0.00100 ± 0.00007 mg/l, station II was 0.00096 ± 0.00026 mg/l and station III was 0.00101 ± 0.000026 mg/l. The results of Hg levels obtained in sediment at station I amounted to 0.08557 ± 0.0003 mg/l, station II amounted to 0.07761 ± 0.0004 mg/l and station III amounted to 0.08733 ± 0.0004 mg/l. The results of the analysis of Pb content in seawater at station I was 0.00050 ± 0.000003 mg/l, station II was 0.000047 ± 0.000003 mg/l and station III was 0.000038 ± 0.000005 mg/l. Based on the results obtained, it shows that it is still below the quality standard threshold that refers to PP RI No 22 0f 2021 for water and ANZECC 2000 for heavy metal Hg in sediment and USEPA for heavy metal Pb in sediment
Basiacoung Traditions in Procession Marriage Traditions of the Kuok Kampar Community: Ecotourism
Authors: Yarahandria Lisnur , Elida
Published: February 2024

This research aims to describe the implementation process, meaning, and function of Basiacoung in the traditional Kuok Kampar wedding party procession. This type of research is qualitative research. Data collection techniques in this research were triangulation, interviews, observation, documentation, and literature study, while data analysis was inductive. Based on data analysis, it can be concluded that the structure, semiotic meaning, function, and values of Basiacoung in the marriage procession of the Kampar community can be identified as several important aspects. The traditional marriage procession of the Kampar community consists of the first several stages of maantau tando, Maantau tando is the initial stage of the intention to carry out the marriage contract, where the man visits the prospective bride's house. Second, pick up the groom, who is sent by the ninik mamak (the groom). Picking up the groom will be sent by the groom's ninik mamak involving clever experts from the bride's tribe, Anak mamak (bako party) of the bride or bako who is the nephew of the bride's father and Simondo people, Third Ulu bajawek, Implementation of ulu bajawek Usually it will be accompanied by a pat, where the pat is a symbol of the greatness of the ninik mamak which symbolizes that it is the handover of the groom who has been picked up by the bride at the previous time.
Empowering Students’ Scientific Literacy Using Local Wisdom- Based Ethnobotany Atlas Media
Authors: Gayatri Yuni , Rizqiyah Sela , Suharti Peni
Published: February 2024

Students' scientific literacy is influenced by various factors, including the choice of teaching materials used at school. An ethnobotanical atlas based on local wisdom is a collection of information or images that identify and document plants that exist around a particular community's residence or area, which can also be used by humans as food, medicine and so on. This research aims to determine the influence of ethnobotanical atlas media based on local wisdom on students' scientific literacy. This research is a pre-experimental research with a one group pretest-posttest design. The research sample was students of class X MIA 1 SMA Muhammadiyah 1 Surabaya. The data collection technique uses a written test. Data analysis was carried out statistically using normality tests, homogeneity tests, T and N gain tests. The results of the analysis showed that the data was normally distributed. The results of the T test show a significant effect of using ethnobotanical atlas media based on local wisdom on students' scientific literacy with a significance level of 0.000<0.05. Meanwhile, the results of the N-Gain test show that the use of ethnobotanical atlas media based on local wisdom is quite effective in increasing scientific literacy and can be alternative learning resource
Black Box Testing for HIV AIDS Digital Counseling Website (D-Cohiva Apps) with State Transition Technique
Authors: Maryanti Dwi , Pangesti Annisa Rahayu , Suprihatiningsih Trimeilia
Published: February 2024

The Al-Irsyad University Cilacap lecturer team has created the Digital Counseling HIV/AIDS (D-Cohiva) website with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) stages. The D-Cohiva website provides internet-based interventions on HIV/AIDS counseling that can be used anywhere and anytime. In general this study attemps to analyze the related inputs and outputs, as well as to determine the suitability of the actual conditions with the expected conditions and ensure the quality and functionality of the D-Cohiva website, black box testing with the state transition technique was conducted. The research method used by researchers is the descriptive-qualitative method, namely by collecting data, then analyzing and describing the results of their observations. The system testing technique used is the black box with state transition technique. The study obtained eight test cases with 100% success, in accordance with the expected results. Conclusion: The D-Cohiva website is feasible to use and guaranteed according to the desired function.
Understanding Climate Change Material through Immersive Virtual Learning (IVL)
Authors: Rusmayadi Gusti , Desriyarini Marsella , Roza Nelli , Mufida Asita Al
Published: February 2024

Immersive Virtual Learning is learning that is considered meaningful for students to study climate change material which is considered complex because of the many interactions between the systems involved in it, and is considered to be material that is quite challenging for students. It is known that there are still many students who have limited knowledge about climate change so that learning methods are needed that can help them understand the climate change material well. This study aims to see how students' understanding after learning using the Immersive Virtual Learning (IVL) learning method, compared to the understanding of students using conventional learning methods. Using the Pre-Post Experiment Control Group Design design and involving 59 students who were divided into treatment and control classes, produced research data showing that students' understanding in the two classes experienced significant differences in improvement, but the increase in question was very small, even though the class treatment experienced a better increase than the control class. Based on this, it can be concluded that students' understanding has increased slightly after learning to use the Immersive Virtual Learning method. Further research is needed to develop the IVL method in order to provide better learning outcomes.
Strengthening Project profile Pancasila students for Developing Students' Collaborative Skills
Authors: Muhibbin Ahmad , Khoirunisa Rezalfa Isro
Published: February 2024

Research purposes This is describe strengthening project profile internal Pancasila students’ application of collaborative skills, obstacles and solutions for cope obstacles encountered student oriented outlook global diversity. Study This use shortethane descriptive qualitative. Subject study This head schools, head of student affairs, Civics teachers, and students. Data collection techniques are interviews, observation and documents. Validity of data use triangulation sources and triangulation technique. Data analysis using interactive models. Research result i.e. Along with rapidly development technology in the 21st century, students No only required for understand aspect cognitive, but also skills like think critical and collaborative. Internal constraints dimensions global diversity at SMA Negeri 1 Jatinom that is its limitations time, lack of source Power. The solution at hand with apply approach involved learning _ student in a way active in activity collaborative. How to apply in character everyday life that is built and brought to life in self individual every student through culture school, learning intracurricular, cocurricular, or extracurricular at school
Analysis of the influence of Entrepreneurial and Networking Competitive Advantage on Business Performance with Use of Digital Marketing as a Moderating on Agricultural SME’s in Makassar City
Authors: Fitriany Fitriany , Halim Sri Endarti , Rahman Muh Akil , Suwandaru Rachman
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this research is to (1) determine the analysis of entrepreneurial influence Networking, Competitive Advantage influences Agriculture SME’s Business Performance in Makassar City (2) To analyze whether Digital Marketing is able to moderate the influence of Entrepreneurial Networking, Competitive Advantage on Performance Makassar City Agriculture SME’s Business. This type of research is causality. Research population This is a total of 86 Agriculture SME actors in Makassar City. Testing research data using a measurement model or often called outer models and structural models (structural models) or often called inner models, and effect size for moderating variables. The results of this research prove that (1) Entrepreneurial Networking, Competitive Advantage has a positive and significant effect on Makassar City Agriculture SME’s Business Performance (2) Digital Marketing cannot moderating the influence of Entrepreneurial Networking, Competitive Advantage on Agriculture SME’s Business Performance in Makassar City
Increasing Food Security Through Waste Management In Pandemic Time
Authors: Sartika Euis , Murniati Sri , Yuliah Siti , Hadiani Fatmi , Binarto Agus , Dwi Jayanti Retno
Published: February 2024

The abstract of the During the pandemic, people's activities were dominantly carried out at home, resulting in increased online shopping activities and their packaging which caused accumulation of household waste. The RW 05 area of Sukamenak Village, Margahayu District, Bandung does not yet have independent waste management, coupled with the low awareness and knowledge of residents about waste. Some residents were affected by layoffs, as a result of which the fulfillment of food needs was disrupted. This is the starting point for the waste problem in RW 05. Bandung State Polytechnic (Polban), takes a role in helping to solve this problem. PKM activities aim is to increase public knowledge in sorting household waste through the 3R program (Reuse, Reduce, Recycle), effective management of inorganic and organic waste, Budikdamber (Cultivating Fish in Ember) aimed at increasing family food security, and building a bank The methods used are training, technical guidance in the field, mentoring, and evaluation. The results of the activity show that inorganic waste management produces daily necessities and can be sold to increase income. Organic waste is processed into liquid fertilizer and solid fertilizer for yard greening. Catfish and kale from Budikdamber can increase family food security, especially meeting protein and vegetable needs. The construction of the "Suka Berseri RW 05" waste bank can reduce the volume of waste and residents can withdraw their savings at any time. The results of the questionnaire show that people's awareness and knowledge on waste management increased significantly.
The Effectiveness of Making Chicken Floss Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Women Farmers Group (KWT) in Kliripan Hamlet
Authors: Fitriyanti Fadia
Published: February 2024

The 074 KKN program in collaboration with UMKM partners, Women Farmers Group (KWT) Dusun Kliripan, Hargorejo Village, Kokap District, Kulonprogo Regency, Yogyakarta Special Region is an UMKM that has a shredded chicken business where the shredded chicken is not durable and the packaging is simple. The purpose of the 074 KKN Program is to help the SMEs of the Women Farmers Group (KWT) Dusun Kliripan improve the quality of the KWT MSME chicken floss through training on making durable and dry shredded chicken, and changing product packaging to make it look more attractive when traded. The method that will be used to achieve this goal namely practice, intermediary or liaison. lecture. The results obtained regarding the speed of time in the manufacture of shredded products after the spinner tool is 98%, the effectiveness level of the digital scales is 100%, the spinner effectiveness level is 99%, and also the speed of drying time after the spinner tool is 100%. So it can be concluded that the use of digital spinners & scales has a significant effect on the process of making shredded products.
Análise comparativa do levantamento de índices rápido do aeds aegypti ( Lira ) durante período de pandemia no município de Diamantino MT
Authors:   , Canavarros Mariluza Nunes
Published: February 2024

A dengue é uma doença que atinge principalmente países cujo clima é tropical em razão da umidade e temperatura, essa doença é causada por um vírus cujo seu vetor é o mosquito da espécie Aedes aegypti, com a pandemia estabelecida pelo novo Sars Covid-19 o trabalho dos agentes de controle das endemias ficou prejudicado em todo Brasil, por conta das medidas de biossegurança impostas pela Organização Mundial da Saúde (OMS). Neste sentido, o presente trabalho visou analisar de maneira comparativa o índice de proliferação da dengue no município de Diamantino - MT, nos períodos que antecederam a pandemia e os anos em que a pandemia já estava estabelecida. Para tanto, foi realizado um levantamento dos resultados disponibilizados pela Secretaria Municipal de Saúde do município de Diamantino - MT, os dados analisados foram extraídos do programa de prevenção à dengue o LIRAa (Levantamento de Índice Rápido do Aedes aegypti, 2019-2022) e teve como objetivo compreender os fatores epidemiológicos do município e sua região, para subsidiar os resultados da pesquisa foi desenvolvido uma revisão integrativa dos principais estudos que contextualizam o tema, tais como: Franz (2006), Funasa (1999), Braga (2007), Hales (2002) e Katzelnick (2017). Posto isso, foi possível inferir que, mesmo com os programas de prevenção e o período em que a população esteve em casa, foi identificado um aumento nos focos da doença e, consequentemente, nos casos de internações. Isso implica dizer que a sensibilização da população ainda está aquém do esperado, pois mesmo com o isolamento, houve um aumento significativo dos casos da doença no município de Diamantino -MT.
EPIDEMIOLOGIA DA LEPTOSPIROSE NA REGIÃO SUDESTE DO BRASIL ENTRE OS ANOS DE 2018 A 2022: UM PANORAMA ATUAL
Authors: COSTA PEDRO PAULO MUSSU , MONTE GIOVANNA MARCELLA MONTEIRO DO , PEREIRA DORA MACEDO , LEÃO NETO JOÃO HENRIQUE DE CASTRO , OLIVEIRAALMEIDA WERTA MARIA DE , ANTONIETTI MELISSA APARECIDA BATISTA FARIA , ZANONI RODRIGO DANIEL , SILVA GLAISA MARTINS DA
Published: February 2024

Analisar a epidemiologia da leptospirose (LP) nas regiões sul-sudeste do Brasil em 5 anos. Trata-se de um estudo
epidemiológico descritivo com abordagem quantitativa, realizado em novembro de 2023, que utilizou os casos confirmados de
leptospirose na região sudeste entre os anos de 2018 a 2022. Foi perceptível que o estado de São Paulo (SP) possui o índice de
contaminação mais elevado em relação a outros estados, enquanto o estado do Espírito Santo (ES) encontra-se em último lugar
no ranking. Foram analisados fatores como número populacional elevado, índices de poluição, chuvas e proliferação de animais
transmissores, que apontam como facilitadores da transmissão da leptospirose, especialmente em SP. Ademais, a faixa etária de
20 a 59 anos foi a mais comum para contaminação, bem como raça de pardos e brancos e sexo masculino. Embora os casos de
morte por LP sejam considerados pequenos, deve-se investir no diagnóstico e tratamento adequado da população. Dessa forma,
nota-se a leptospirose como uma doença ainda muito comum no Brasil, embora seja muito conhecida, por isso, há destaque da
necessidade de melhoria de políticas públicas em saúde, a fim de diminuir essa incidência.
METODOLOGIAS ATIVAS NA FORMAÇÃO DE ESTUDANTES DE ENFERMAGEM: UMA REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA.
Authors: MORAES CRISTIANE LIMA DE , BARLEM JAMILA GERI TOMASCHEWSKI , SENA-CASTANHEIRA JANAÍNA , CRUZ VÂNIA DIAS
Published: February 2024

Objetivo: analisar a produção científica acerca da utilização das metodologias ativas na formação de estudantes de
enfermagem. Método: revisão integrativa, partindo das seguintes bases de dados: PubMed, Scielo, Web of Science e Lilacs,
utilizando a palavra chave Nursing (Enfermagem), em combinação com outros descritores, separadamente: teaching (docência),
method (método) e learning (aprendizagem). Resultados: foram encontrados trinta e dois estudos, publicados entre 2015 e 2020.
Os estudos apontam estratégias de ensino, com foco nas metodologias ativas: aprendizagem orientada por projetos, aprendizagem
baseada em problemas, metodologia da problematização, entre outras. Conclusões: O uso das metodologias ativas tornou-se
fundamental nos processos de ensino-aprendizagem dos cursos de graduação em enfermagem, em diferentes instituições de
ensino superior, visto a necessidade de formar profissionais ativos, humanistas, críticos, reflexivos e éticos, em constante
interação com os diferentes contextos e realidades sociais.
HISTÓRIA, TEORIA E O PARADIGMA DOS ANNALES: método histórico e ciências sociais
Authors: Dudek Wanilton
Published: February 2024

Esta obra é uma reflexão teórica que tem como objetivo analisar as mudanças ocorridas na historiografia a partir da fundação da revista francesa dos Annales, tendo como foco principal de estudo as influências de Marc Bloch neste processo, um de seus fundadores. O debate que proponho está intimamente ligado às perspectivas que norteiam a pesquisa e a produção historiográfica. Nesta iniciativa, ao estudar Marc Bloch e os Annales, percebi a necessidade de enquadrá-los nas variáveis em que os procedimentos historiográficos estão inseridos através do tempo. Portanto, os estudos tomaram a seguinte direção: o que diferencia um modelo historiográfico do outro? E suas técnicas, o que podemos dizer delas? Julgo relevante, então, para compreendermos as transformações ocorridas nos mais diferenciados campos de análise histórica, observar as diversas instituições e correntes de pesquisa que se propõem a estudar as ações humanas através do tempo. Parto, então, do pressuposto que a História sempre esteve em constantes revoluções em seus métodos, desde a sua origem grega até os tempos atuais, e estas revoluções deixam marcas que se fazem distinguir umas das outras, de acordo com a necessidade do saber de uma determinada sociedade. O presente trabalho destaca, também, a grande influência da sociologia na História. A partir do fim do século XIX, sociólogos durkheinianos direcionaram duras críticas à História tradicional, tida como positivista. Essas críticas, que tomaram as páginas da Revue de Synthèse historique, dirigida por Henri Berr, no princípio do século XX, tornaram-se importantes referenciais teóricos para a formulação do discurso da revista dos Annales, em 1929, que tinha por objetivo a interdisciplinaridade com as ciências sociais e o rompimento com o modelo positivista dominante da época. Por fim, este trabalho desenvolveu debates entre diferenciados fundamentos teóricos, preestabelecidos, que deram origem a uma nova maneira de se observar o estudo na disciplina histórica, com a revista dos Annales e seu co-fundador, Marc Bloch.
Estudos Interdisciplinares e Educação: Práticas e Vivências Pedagógicas
Authors: Delarolli Adriana Valéria Miranda , Sampaio Cleidiane Silva Castro , Mendes Cristiane da Silva , Santos Dayane Veiga , Rodrigues Halana , Barbosa Jakelyane do Socorro das Neves , Franco Maria do Socorro Assis , Souza Michele Amorim de , Oliveira Milene Lopes de , Vidal Nairo Barroso , Oliveira Rafael Jacson da Silva Carneiro de , Pimenta Sebastião Júnior Levanhole , Souza Vinícius Carneiro Cruz de , Andrade Waldisia Estela Menezes de
Published: February 2024

A obra “Estudos Interdisciplinares e Educação: Práticas e Vivências Pedagógicas” valoriza todo o compromisso e esforço da docência em nosso país, para salvaguardar esse tripé, mesmo diante de todas as adversidades políticas, sociais e de saúde que vivenciamos nos últimos anos.
É um verdadeiro passeio por 07 capítulos que evidenciam um olhar multifacetado de seus autores/escritores em colaborar com a Educação, com a Psicopedagogia e com a Neuropsicopedagogia, dentro e fora de sala de aula, por meio de diversas estratégias e metodologias educacionais disponíveis ou até mesmo reinventadas
A obra sinaliza e demonstra também uma certa preocupação com a formação docente, e não só com a formação docente, mas também com a necessidade do fazer pedagógico a partir da prática de pesquisas científicas, pois em um país que apresenta uma diversidade social e cultural, tão importante, requer um olhar mais atento para o uso de instrumentos metodológicos que auxiliem a prática pedagógica e a prática docente no âmbito da didática, da acessibilidade dos saberes e práticas e também da tecnologia.
O lúdico na Educação Infantil - Jogos e Brincadeiras
Authors: Tavares Juliane da Silva Santos
Published: February 2024

A presente pesquisa buscou analisar a importância do lúdico como recurso metodológico. O assunto trabalhado tem relevância científica, pois possibilitou conhecer o quão importante se faz o lúdico na aprendizagem das crianças através de jogos e brincadeiras, permitindo ao professor ferramentas e métodos que possam auxiliá-lo no processo de aprendizagem dos alunos. O Projeto se deu por meio de uma pesquisa Descritiva-Exploratória com o método quanti-qualitativo, utilizou-se da técnica de entrevista e/ou aplicação de questionário elaborado. foram utilizados métodos e estratégias para que a pesquisa alcançasse um resultado significativo referente à importância que se faz o lúdico na educação infantil. Diante deste, analisar a importância do lúdico para o desenvolvimento dos alunos no processo escolar de ensino-aprendizagem. Explorou- se então a escola e o professor como mediadores de conhecimento, e os pais como apoiadores, para então garantir o avanço infantil por meio dos jogos e brincadeiras.
The impact of a training cycle on statistics and probability for future primary schoolteachers with a gender-focused approach within the framework of education for sustainable development
Authors: Su Chia Shih , Díaz-Levicoy Danilo , Hsu Chuan Chih
Published: February 2024

This study explores a training cycle in statistics and probability for future primary school teachers, aimed at fostering gender equality and education in sustainable development. By implementing methodologies such as lesson study and didactic-mathematical knowledge and competencies model, an intervention was conducted with two groups of future teachers: the first group comprised 16 participants, while the second had nine, with the latter receiving an enhanced version of the training cycle. The assessment was carried out using content analysis and tests before and after the cycle, in addition to focus groups with the second group. The findings indicate improvements in pedagogical skills, gender equality, and knowledge in statistics and probability, underscoring the effectiveness of the training cycle. It is concluded that, despite the lack of notable differences between the two versions of the training cycle, it is effective in its educational aim and in raising awareness on sustainability issues.
The Ongoing Crisis in the Sugar Industry: The Implications of Legislation and a Need for Deregulation
Authors: J. Pirzada Ahsan , Shahid Naima , Ghauri Roha Tahir
Published: February 2024

The proposed research project is based on a multidisciplinary approach in order to analyse the law governing the sugar industry and the implications thereof. The proposed research project focuses on the current market operation within Pakistan, critically contrasting it with the model implemented within different jurisdictions for effective market operation of the sugar industry. It highlights the inefficaciousness and longstanding practices of the market players, how these are supported by existing legal structures, and how these undermine competition. While the sugar industry is highly significant towards the economy of Pakistan and regardless of the so-called stringent legislative control, which have without a doubt failed, this study shall focus on unveiling the adverse implications of these rules and regulations and analyse a more viable model for an effective market operation.

INTRODUCTION

The sugar industry plays a crucial role in Pakistan’s economy, but government regulations have made it highly regulated, inefficient, and anti-competitive. This article explores the historical development of the sugar industry in Pakistan, focusing on the legislative framework that has shaped it up to 2021. It considers relevant laws, case law, and findings from the Sugar Inquiry Report (Sugar Inquiry Commission, 2020). To gain a comprehensive understanding, the study includes key informant interviews with stakeholders along the sugar supply chain and experts. These interviews assess the proposed reforms’ prudency, efficiency, and adequacy, aiming to determine their effectiveness and viability. Ultimately, the article will propose reforms tailored to Pakistan based on this research.

PRE-PARTITION

From the late 1800s to the early 1930s, the sugar industry in the Dutch East Indies, particularly on the island of Java, went through significant developments. Initially, sugar was a crucial export commodity for the colony, primarily directed towards European markets. However, in the 1880s, the Java-based sugar factories lost contact with these markets. Around the turn of the 20th century, the United States became a major recipient of Java’s sugar exports due to disruptions in Caribbean sugar supplies caused by the Cuban revolution and the Spanish-American war. However, by the early 1910s, Java shifted its focus to Asian markets, particularly the Indian Subcontinent, China, and Japan (Knight, 2010). 

The development and maintenance of the sugar industry became crucial for the Indian subcontinent, and historical records indicate that India had a well-established sugar industry dating back centuries. Around the same time, with the decline of indigo cultivation in North Bihar and increased emphasis on cane production, modern sugar factories began to emerge.
Invest in Future: Prioritising Youth Family Planning
Authors: Bashir Saima
Published: February 2024

Dividend of our much-touted youth bulge will remain a pipedream unless our policy makers realise the need for investing in the health, education, and general wellbeing of the young. Our young population is at a greater risk than adults when using contraceptive services. This risk results from a lack of early education in human reproductive system as well as the cultural taboos surrounding the subject. Affordability, accessibility, and knowledge of contraception are inadequate for young women and couples who would want to space pregnancies. Individuals’ reproductive intentions remain uninformed by critical awareness that swells the number of unintended pregnancies, further aggravated by hazardous unprofessionally administered abortions.

ONE-THIRD OF YOUNG MARRIED WOMEN HAVE A DESIRE TO USE CONTRACEPTION

There are misconceptions that family planning is for older or married women, despite the fact that many adolescent girls are sexually active. Nearly one third of the young married women, aged 15-19, have a desire to use contraception but are not currently using any contraceptive methods in Pakistan.

EARLY INITIATION OF CHILDBEARING IS LINKED TO EDUCATION, OR LACK OF IT

Universally, early childbearing before age 18 is associated with many sociodemographic and economic risk factors for young women. For instance, having a child during teenage has adverse consequences for both mother and child’s health. Similarly, women who marry before they are 18 are more likely to drop out of school and are less likely to work.

In Pakistan, eight percent of teenage women between 15-19 have begun child bearing and it has remained unchanged since 2012-13 (NIPS 2018). Young women, aged 15-19, with no formal education are at a higher risk of teenage childbearing. Around 15 percent of the teenage ever-married girls with no formal education had already begun childbearing.

DISCONNECT BETWEEN KNOWLEDGE AND USE OF CONTRACEPTION AMONG MARRIED WOMEN AGED 15-19

Around 93 percent of currently married teenage women (15-19 years) are not using any contraceptive methods. However, when it comes to knowledge about contraceptive use, only 9 percent of the teenage women did not know any family planning method. A vast majority of women (90.5 percent) know about modern contraceptive methods (Figure 3a & 3b).

UNINTENDED FERTILITY AND UNMET NEED FOR FAMILY PLANNING AMONG YOUNG WOMEN 

Despite the universal knowledge of family planning methods, particularly modern methods, the lack of use of contraception results in unintended fertility. According to PDHS 2017-18, around 4 percent of the births among mothers less than 20 years old are mistimed. Unmet need for family planning is higher among women aged 15-19. Nearly 18 percent of the young currently married women have an unmet need for family planning in Pakistan (NIPS 2018).
Biomedical engineering advances: A review of innovations in healthcare and patient outcomes
Authors: Evangel Chinyere Anyanwu  , Femi Osasona  , Opeoluwa Oluwanifemi Akomolafe  , Jane Osareme Ogugua  , Tolulope Olorunsogo  , Ebere Rosita Daraojimba
Published: February 2024

Engineering has emerged as a dynamic and transformative field, driving revolutionary changes in healthcare and significantly impacting patient outcomes. This review explores recent advances in biomedical engineering, highlighting key innovations that have reshaped the landscape of medical care. The convergence of engineering principles with biological sciences has led to the development of cutting-edge technologies and novel solutions, ushering in a new era of personalized and precision medicine. The review begins by examining breakthroughs in medical imaging, focusing on advancements in high-resolution imaging modalities, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), and positron emission tomography (PET). These innovations enable clinicians to obtain detailed anatomical and functional information, facilitating early disease detection and accurate diagnosis. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into biomedical engineering has played a pivotal role in enhancing diagnostic accuracy, treatment planning, and prognosis prediction. Smart algorithms analyze vast datasets, aiding in the identification of patterns and correlations that may go unnoticed by human observers. This synergy between AI and biomedical engineering has expedited decision-making processes, leading to more efficient and personalized healthcare interventions. In the realm of medical devices, significant strides have been made in the development of implantable and wearable technologies. Miniaturized sensors and biocompatible materials have paved the way for the creation of smart devices capable of monitoring physiological parameters in real-time. These devices not only provide continuous health monitoring but also empower patients to actively participate in their care, promoting preventive measures and lifestyle modifications. Advancements in regenerative medicine and tissue engineering have opened new avenues for the treatment of degenerative diseases and organ failure. Scaffold-based and cell-based therapies hold promise for repairing and regenerating damaged tissues, offering hope for patients with conditions that were once considered untreatable.
Renewable energy projects in Africa: A review of climate finance strategies
Authors: Olushola Babatunde Ayorinde  , Emmanuel Augustine Etukudoh  , Zamathula Queen Sikhakhane Nwokediegwu  , Kenneth Ifeanyi Ibekwe  , Aniekan Akpan Umoh  , Ahmad Hamdan
Published: February 2024

This paper provides a concise overview of the comprehensive examination undertaken to assess climate finance strategies associated with renewable energy projects in Africa. The continent, endowed with abundant renewable resources, faces the dual challenge of meeting its rising energy demand while addressing climate change concerns. This review delves into the diverse landscape of renewable energy initiatives across Africa, emphasizing the pivotal role of climate finance mechanisms in driving sustainable development. The study explores a myriad of renewable energy projects, encompassing solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal technologies, implemented to mitigate the environmental impact of conventional energy sources. It investigates the financial instruments deployed to support these projects, including international funds, grants, loans, and public-private partnerships. The analysis considers the effectiveness of climate finance in fostering the adoption and scaling-up of renewable energy solutions within the unique socio-economic contexts of African nations. Furthermore, the research investigates challenges and opportunities associated with climate finance strategies in the African renewable energy sector. Common barriers, such as regulatory frameworks, institutional capacity, and market dynamics, are examined, alongside success stories that highlight innovative financing models and project implementations. The study also sheds light on the role of regional collaborations and the involvement of local communities in ensuring the sustainability and resilience of renewable energy projects. In addition, the review critically assesses the alignment of climate finance strategies with international climate goals, including the Paris Agreement. It analyzes the extent to which these strategies contribute to both mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and promoting adaptation measures in the face of climate change impacts. The findings aim to provide policymakers, investors, and stakeholders with valuable insights into refining and enhancing climate finance strategies for a more impactful and inclusive renewable energy transition in Africa. This review synthesizes a comprehensive understanding of the current state of renewable energy projects in Africa, emphasizing the critical role played by climate finance in advancing sustainable development. The insights generated from this analysis contribute to the ongoing discourse on effective climate finance strategies, offering a roadmap for fostering resilient and low-carbon energy systems on the African continent.
Konotasi dalam Roasting Stand-Up Comedy Kiky Saputri Terhadap Pejabat Indonesia
Authors: Roihanah Athiyyah Nur , Rahmayanti Anisah , Nurjanah Neneng
Published: February 2024

Stand-up comedy merupakan lawakan cerdas yang berisikan materi orisinal. Biasanya stand-up comedy menggunakan ungkapan satire yang bersifat kritik dan bertujuan untuk menyindir orang lain. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui maksud satire yang diungkapkan oleh Kiky saputri dalam roasting-nya serta untuk memahami makna konotasi yang terkandung dalam ungkapan satire tersebut. Metode yang digunakan penelitian ini merupakan metode deskriptif analisis dengan teknik simak dan catat. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian yang telah dilakukan, maka ditemukan 26 satire yang mengandung makna konotasi, yaitu 4 arti konotasi positif dan 22 arti konotasi negatif. Sehingga dapat dikatakan bahwa konotasi positif merupakan konotasi yang paling sedikit ditemukan dalam penelitian ini, sedangkan konotasi negatif merupakan konotasi yang paling banyak ditemukan dalam penelitian ini, hal tersebut karena dalam roasting pada umumnya memang banyak digunakan ungkapan satire yang mengandung konotasi negatif, jarang sekali ditemukan roasting yang banyak menggunakan ungkapan satire berkonotasi positif, karena tujuan roasting adalah untuk mengkritik. Selain itu, juga didapatkan 11 kritik sosial yang terkandung di dalam roasting tersebut.
A nossa ponte suspensa rodo-ferroviária. A história e a técnica (1.ª parte)
Authors:   Tal Projecto, Abecasis Tiago
Published: February 2024

Iniciámos estes artigos na revista Metálica com alguns apontamentos históricos e técnicos sobre as pontes em arco, nomeadamente o primeiro grande arco metálico construído em Portugal, o da ponte Maria Pia, sobre o rio Douro, entre Gaia e o Porto. Chamou-se, na altura, a atenção para a circunstância de a inserção destes arcos na orografia local pressupor a existência de solos de fundação com capacidade adequada para suportarem as elevadas componentes horizontais das reações que o arco lhes transmite. As encostas do Douro em frente ao Porto preenchem este requisito essencial, o que justifica que 4 projetistas diferentes, ao longo de um intervalo de tempo superior a um século, tenham optado pela configuração em arco para as 4 pontes situadas mais próximo da foz do rio Douro (pontes Maria Pia, Luís I, da Arrábida e do Infante, por ordem cronológica), todas elas com vão livre igual ou superior a 160 metros. (Este é o vão da ponte Maria Pia, a tal que “quasi envergonha a natureza”, segundo notícia publicada aquando da sua inauguração e que hoje está quase ao abandono).
Becoming-with, Encuentros en un jardín aumentado
Authors: Güzelis Cenk , Pompermaier Anna
Published: February 2024

Este artículo investiga el impacto de la informática espacial, la Web 2.0, las redes sociales y los anchos de banda elevados en la arquitectura contemporánea. Explora el modo en que estos avances hacen converger las tecnologías de la comunicación y los espacios físicos, permitiendo la habitabilidad virtual tridimensional. Este cambio de paradigma ha dado lugar a comunidades virtuales y a una sociabilidad espacial híbrida, desafiando las nociones tradicionales de la arquitectura como algo estático y aislado. El artículo presenta un proyecto de investigación dirigido por la práctica, Becoming-with, que despliega una instalación de realidad mixta específica del lugar en Giardini Margherita, Bolonia. Examina el potencial de cultivar un entorno espacial que integre la información digital con el espacio físico, creando una experiencia socioespacial hibridada. El artículo analiza la interacción entre arquitectura y medios de comunicación, destacando las implicaciones del diseño de espacios sociales de realidad mixta en los entornos arquitectónicos. En última instancia, explora la aparición de una espacialidad arquitectónica transformadora y envolvente, configurada por las nuevas tecnologías de los medios de comunicación e Internet.
Operation regimes switching of erbium fibre lasers
Authors:   Kotelnikov IRE RAS  125009, Russia, Moscow, Mokhovaya str., 11, b.7, Smirnov A.M. , Dorofeenko A.V. ,   Kotelnikov IRE RAS  125009, Russia, Moscow, Mokhovaya str., 11, b.7, Butov O.V. ,   Kotelnikov IRE RAS  125009, Russia, Moscow, Mokhovaya str., 11, b.7
Published: February 2024

Operation features of the erbium fiber lasers with short cavities near two phase transitions have been established experimentally for the first time. The power-law behavior of the system parameters in the vicinity of the critical point in a wide range of pump power values was revealed. The parameters and operation regimes dependence on the cavity length and pump power, namely the switching from pulsed to CW operation, was investigated. The pulse duration and frequency dependencies with varying cavity length have been investigated, which made it possible to experimentally establish the universal dependence of these parameters on the lasing power for passively Q-switched erbium fiber lasers. The critical indices for pulsed operation of the erbium fiber lasers are determined weakly depending on the cavity parameters. The results of the study can be used for designing high-coherent fiber laser sources.
Legitimación activa de los sindicatos para impugnar el despido colectivo de los repartidores/as autónomos de Uber Eats tras la entrada en vigor de la Ley Rider (STS de 20 de julio de 2022)
Authors: Castro Franco Ana María
Published: February 2024

La Sala de lo Social del Tribunal Supremo ha dictado una sentencia en la que reconoce la legitimación activa de los sindicatos más representativos para demandar a Portier Eats Spain, empresa del grupo Uber, por el supuesto despido de repartidores autónomos tras la entrada en vigor de la Ley Rider el 12 de agosto de 2021. La sentencia considera que UGT y CCOO, ante la falta de representación unitaria y sindical en Uber Eats ya que no reconocía la relación laboral de sus repartidores, tienen la capacidad de impugnar lo que consideran un despido colectivo de hecho que afectó a miles de personas trabajadoras.
La relación entre las vías de comunicación de las infracciones en la Ley 2/2023 de protección del informante desde la perspectiva de la persona trabajadora y su empleadora
Authors: Del Rey Guanter Salvador
Published: February 2024

La ley 2/2023 de protección de las personas que informen sobre infracciones ha establecido una relación entre los canales de información de tales infracciones entre sí y de ellos con la alternativa de revelación pública que tiene una gran incidencia en las relaciones laborales y para  la persona trabajadora como principal whistleblower. Aunque en principio la ley le da “preferencia”  al canal interno, lo cierto es que las otras dos  vías de comunicación que contempla aquella ley pueden ser utilizadas sin necesidad de acudir a la interna. Esta limitación de la prioridad legal del canal interno hace que su uso preferente por la persona trabajadora dependa en gran medida de la cultura que la empleadora desarrolle en el seno de su organización sobre la importancia que le otorga al  respeto a las normas, a la ausencia de represalias y  a la valoración positiva  del informante de buena fe.
Numerical Study of Composite Concrete Castellated Double Channel Beams with Strengthening Techniques
Authors: Abbas Nihad Yaseen , Alshimmeri Ahmad Jabbar Hussain
Published: February 2024

Current numerical research was devoted to investigating the effect of castellated steel beams without and with strengthening. The composite concrete asymmetrical double hot rolled steel channels bolted back to back to obtain a built-up I-shape form are used in this study. The top half part of the steel is smaller than the bottom half part, and the two parts were connected by bolting and welding. The ABAQUS/2019 program employed the same length and conditions of loading for four models: The first model is the reference without castellated and strengthening; the second model was castellated without strengthened; the third model was castellated and strengthened with reactive powder concrete encased in the steel web, and the fourth model was castellated and strengthened with reactive powder concrete and lacing steel rebar's welded diagonally on two sides of the steel web. According to the Numerical results, there was an increase in ultimate load capacity compared to the reference model of about 22.74%, 51.65%, and 77.98% in the second, third, and fourth models, respectively; also, there is a reduction in deflection of 55.52%, 58.74, and 60.55% in the second, third, and fourth models, respectively, compared to the level deflection at ultimate load for the reference model, with an increase in stiffness and ductility. In comparison to the I section, the fabrication of a castellated steel beam from the double channel is more cost-effective in terms of cutting steel loss at the ends of the castellated beam, this is due to the feature of rotation and reflection of the steel channel section during cutting and forming to castellated shape.
Rutting Prediction of Asphalt Mixtures Containing Treated and Untreated Recycled Concrete Aggregate
Authors: Al-Bayati Nadheer Khaled , Ismael Mohammed Qader
Published: February 2024

Rutting is a crucial element of the mechanical performance characteristics of asphalt mixtures, which was the primary target of this study. The task involved substituting various portions of virgin coarse aggregate with recycled concrete aggregate materials that had been treated or left untreated at rates ranging from 25 to 100%, with a constant increase of 25%. The treatment process of recycled concrete aggregate involved soaking in acetic acid, followed by a mechanical process for a short time inside a Los Angeles machine without the balls. This research utilized two primary tests: the standard Marshall test to identify the optimal asphalt contents and the volumetric characteristics of asphalt mixtures. The other one was the wheel tracking test, which involved manufacturing 11 slabs with a dimension of 30 x 40 × 5 cm and testing them under repeated wheel loads of 700 N at 55°C to investigate rutting resistance. The results demonstrate that using RCA had a negative impact on rutting resistance, where rut depth increased by 21.64% when using 100% pre-soaked treated RCA.
The Economic Evaluation of Various Production Scenarios for Zubair Reservoir in the Kifl Field
Authors: Al-Jawad Mohammed S. , Abdullah Farrah Taha
Published: February 2024

This work evaluates the economic feasibility of various production scenarios for the Zubair reservoir in the Kifl oil field using cash flow and net present value (NPV) calculations. The Kifl field is an exploratory field that has not yet been developed or assessed economically. The first well was drilled in 1960, and three other wells were later drilled to assess the oil accumulation, so in this research, Different production scenarios were evaluated economically. These scenarios were proposed based on the reservoir model of the Zubair formation in the field. The research methodology used QUE$TOR software to estimate capital expenditures (CapEx) and operating expenditures (OpEx) based on field-level data, production profiles for each scenario, and produced fluid properties. CapEx estimates were mainly based on the number of drilled wells and plateau duration, while OpEx estimates were based on the number of barrels produced from each scenario. Cash flow values were estimated each year in the production interval after subtracting water handling costs, CapEx, and OpEx from the gross revenue of oil produced. The NPV for each scenario was then calculated using a 5% interest rate, and the most economical option was determined by comparing the NPV values of each scenario. Case-3 scenario was identified as the most economical option, with a high NPV value of approximately 612 MM$, an oil production rate of 10 MSTB/d, a Plateau duration of 3 years, a total number of wells of 11, and an Initial water cut of 13 %.
Experimental Evaluation of Stability and Rheological Properties of Foam Cement for Oil Wells
Authors: Sayed Qassim Mohammed , Abdul Hussein Hassan Abdul Hadi
Published: February 2024

Oilwell cementing operations are crucial for drilling and completion, preserving the well's productive life. However, weak and permeable formations pose a high risk of cement slurry loss, leading to failure. Lightweight cement, like foamed cement, is used to avoid these difficulties. This study is focused on creating a range of foamed slurry densities and examining the effect of gas concentration on their rheological properties. The foaming agent and foam stabilizer are tested, and the optimal concentration is determined to be 2% and 0.12%, respectively, by the weight of the cement.
Furthermore, the construction of samples of foam cement with different densities (0.8, 1.0, 1.2, 1.4, and 1.6) g/cc is performed to find the relation with different volumetric percentage gas in foamed cement slurry (57.5, 47, 36, 25.5, and 15%). The relationship between rheological properties and foam quality is discussed, as the presence of gas plays a significant role in enhancing rheological properties. The rheology of foam cement increases proportionally with increasing foam quality, especially the plastic viscosity, which is 26 cp at 0% foam quality and 50 and 65 cp at 15% and 57.5% foam quality, respectively. Also, yield points increase as foam quality improves. Therefore, it is feasible to exclude certain cement additives that increase viscosity.