bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Multistep Wind Power Prediction Using Time-Varying Filtered Empirical Modal Decomposition and Improved Adaptive Sparrow Search Algorithm-Optimized Phase Space Reconstruction–Echo State Network
Authors: Tan Chao , Tan Wenrui , Shen Yanjun , Yang Long
Published: June 2023

Accurate wind power prediction is vital for improving grid stability. In order to improve the accuracy of wind power prediction, in this study, a hybrid prediction model combining time-varying filtered empirical modal decomposition (TVFEMD), improved adaptive sparrow search algorithm (IASSA)-optimized phase space reconstruction (PSR) and echo state network (ESN) methods was proposed. First, the wind power data were decomposed into a set of subsequences by using TVFEMD. Next, PSR was used to construct the corresponding phase space matrix for sequences, which were then divided into training sets, validation sets, and testing sets. Then, ESN was used for subsequence prediction. Finally, the predicted values of all the subseries were used to determine the final predicted power. To enhance the model performance, the sparrow search algorithm was improved in terms of the discoverer position update strategy, the follower position update strategy, and the population structure. IASSA was employed to synchronously optimize multiple parameters of PSR-ESN. The results revealed that the proposed model has higher applicability and prediction accuracy than existing models.
Sustainability, the Circular Economy and Digitalisation in the German Textile and Clothing Industry
Authors: Wiegand Tina , Wynn Martin
Published: June 2023

The textile and clothing (T&C) industry is not usually viewed as an exemplar of sustainable development and the circular economy (CE), as the industry has hitherto developed its products in a linear fashion, with relatively little recycling of the finished goods. This article examines the industry’s approach to the core sustainability concept and the CE in particular through a review of the available academic literature, evidence from corporate sustainability reports and websites, and feedback from an online survey of industry professionals. More specifically, the article investigates how German T&C companies are addressing sustainability in their corporate strategies and what activities relating to the CE are being pursued in the industry. The role of digital technologies in the transition to sustainability and the CE in the German T&C industry is also explored. The study finds that whilst sustainability is now firmly embedded at the strategic level in the vast majority of the companies studied, attitudes towards the CE are mixed. The use of digital technologies in support of sustainability objectives is also limited at present, but the need to meet compliance requirements and new customer perceptions of sustainability will speed the transition to CE activities, which will be facilitated by the greater exploitation of these technologies. An operational framework for initiating such a transition is developed, and action lists in the key areas of change organization, products, and processes are presented. These may be used as a guideline for practitioners, and the findings also make a small contribution to the scarcity of literature in this field of research.
Drivers of Small-Scale Fishers’ Acceptability across Mediterranean Marine Protected Areas at Different Stages of Establishment
Authors: Marzo Daniela , Cavallini Iacopo , Scaccia Luisa , Guidetti Paolo , Di Franco Antonio , Calò Antonio , Niccolini Federico
Published: June 2023

The success of marine protected areas (MPAs) in achieving conservation and sustainable development goals hinges on, among other things, their social acceptability by local communities. Small-scale fishing communities represent a key stakeholder category within and around MPAs. Although many authors have examined the social acceptability of MPAs, relatively few studies have addressed this issue by considering how MPA acceptability is built and can be preserved. This study assessed the latent structure of MPA social acceptability and identified the individual and institutional variables driving stakeholders’ acceptability. Using questionnaire surveys, 124 small-scale fishers’ perceptions of MPAs and their social acceptability were explored in six Mediterranean MPAs (three were implemented, and three were designated). The results show that MPA acceptability is positively related to fishers’ age. The findings also highlight that the formal establishment of MPAs is not a sufficient condition for increasing MPA acceptability among fishers. Considerations about the possibility that MPA acceptability can be increased by building support and compliance emerged. MPA managers should implement successful long-term stakeholder engagement initiatives to increase commitment around conservation measures and to improve overall MPA effectiveness.
Incremental Machine Learning for Soft Pneumatic Actuators with Symmetrical Chambers
Authors: Kozhubaev Yuriy , Ovchinnikova Elena , Viacheslav Ivanov , Krotova Svetlana
Published: June 2023

Soft robotics is a specialized field of robotics that focuses on the design, manufacture, and control of robots made of soft materials, as opposed to those made of rigid links. One of the primary challenges for the future use of continuous or hyper-redundant robotics systems in industrial and medical technology is the development of suitable modeling and control approaches. Due to the complex non-linear behavior of soft materials and the unpredictable motion of actuators, the task of modeling complex soft actuators is very time-consuming. As a result, earlier studies have undertaken research into model-free methods for controlling soft actuators. In recent years, machine learning (ML) methods have become widely popular in research. The adaptability of an ML model to a non-linear soft drive system alongside the varying actuation behavior of soft drives over time as a result of material characteristics and performance requirements is the key rationale for including an ML model. The system requires the online updating of the ML model in order to work with the non-linear system. Sequential data collected from the test bench and converted into a hypothesis are used to perform incremental learning. These methods are called lifelong learning and progressive learning. Real-time data flow training is combined with incremental learning (IL), and a neural network model is tuned sequentially for each data input. In this article, a method for the intelligent control of soft pneumatic actuators based on an incremental learning algorithm is proposed. A soft pneumatic actuator was subjected to three distinct test conditions in a controlled test environment for a specified duration of data gathering. Additionally, data were collected through finite element method simulations. The collected data were used to incrementally train a neural network, and the resulting model was analyzed for errors with both training and test data. The training and testing errors were compared for different incremental learning (IL) algorithms, including K-nearest neighbors, a decision tree, linear regression, and a neural network. The feasibility of the modulo-free intelligent control of soft pneumatic actuators based on an incremental learning algorithm was verified, solving the problem of the control of software actuators.
Agricultural Green Ecological Efficiency Evaluation Using BP Neural Network–DEA Model
Authors: Sun Qiang , Sui Yu-Jiao
Published: June 2023

The evaluation of agricultural green ecological efficiency can reflect the capacity of agriculture for sustainable development and reduce the endogenous pollution caused by agricultural waste in order to alleviate the weakening of agricultural ecosystems. Taking the agricultural green economy as the research object, an evaluation index system based on the theories of green economic efficiency and economic growth for agricultural green ecological efficiency was constructed, and the impact mechanisms of specific indicators on agricultural green ecological efficiency were empirically explored. In addition, based on the data envelopment analysis (DEA) model, the overall agricultural green ecological efficiency of China from 2002 to 2021 was evaluated and the efficiency characteristics were analyzed from multiple perspectives. Then, the indicators of policy, finance, communication, society and other aspects were added in order to construct a comprehensive evaluation model of agricultural green ecological efficiency using a combination of DEA and a BP neural network, and the feasibility of the model was verified. The results indicate that the agricultural green ecological efficiency increased from 0.7340 in 2002 to 0.8205 in 2021, an increase of 11.78%. Additionally, the technological efficiency of China’s agricultural green ecological system did not show a very obvious trend of divergence. The results of the BP neural network were consistent with those obtained using DEA, and the overall evolution trend of the calculated BP neural network and DEA were mutually verified and integrated. The effectiveness and accuracy of the BP neural network was verified via a comparison with DEA.
Image-Based Awareness Campaign and Community Mobilization in the Control of Schistosomiasis
Authors: Makau-Barasa Louise , Assefa Liya , Aderogba Moses O. , Bell David , Solomon Jacob , Abba Abubakar , A-Enegela Juliana , Damen James G. , Popoola Samuel , Diehl Jan-Carel , Vdovine Gleb , Agbana Temitope
Published: June 2023

Community awareness and participation in mass screening is critical for schistosomiasis control. This study assessed the impact of sharing anonymized image-based positive test results on the uptake of screening during community mobilization outreach. We conducted an observational study to compare the population response to standard and image-based strategies in 14 communities in Abuja, Nigeria. Six hundred and ninety-one (341 females, 350 males) individuals participated in this study. We analyzed the response ratio, relative increase, and sample collection time. The potential treatment uptake and change in social behavior were determined based on a semi-structured questionnaire. The mean response ratio of the image-based strategy was 89.7% representing a significantly higher ratio than the 27.8%, which was observed under the standard mobilization approach (p ≤ 0.001). The image-based method was associated with 100% of the participants agreeing to provide urine samples, 94% willing to be treated, 89% claiming to have been invited to participate in the study by a friend, and 91% desiring to change a predisposing behavioral habit. These findings indicate that image-based community awareness campaigns may increase the population’s perception about schistosomiasis transmission and treatment. This raises new possibilities for local resource mobilization to expand services in reaching the last mile in schistosomiasis control.
The Zoo of Isolated Neutron Stars
Authors: Popov Sergei B.
Published: June 2023

In this brief review, I summarize our basic knowledge about different types of isolated neutron stars. I discuss radio pulsars, central compact objects in supernova remnants, magnetars, nearby cooling neutron stars (also known as the magnificent seven), and sources of fast radio bursts. Several scenarios of magneto-rotational evolution are presented. Recent observational data, such as the discovery of long-period radio pulsars, require the non-trivial evolution of magnetic fields, the spin periods of neutron stars, or both. In some detail, I discuss different models of magnetic field decay and interactions of young neutron stars with fallback matter.
Intranasal Single-Replication Influenza Vector Induces Cross-Reactive Serum and Mucosal Antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 Variants
Authors: Moser Michael J. , Hill-Batorski Lindsay , Bowen Richard A. , Matejka Sarah M. , Marshall David , Kawaoka Yoshihiro , Neumann Gabriele , Bilsel Pamuk
Published: June 2023

Current SARS-CoV-2 vaccines provide protection for COVID-19-associated hospitalization and death, but remain inefficient at inhibiting initial infection and transmission. Despite updated booster formulations, breakthrough infections and reinfections from emerging SARS-CoV-2 variants are common. Intranasal vaccination to elicit mucosal immunity at the site of infection can improve the performance of respiratory virus vaccines. We developed SARS-CoV-2 M2SR, a dual SARS-CoV-2 and influenza vaccine candidate, employing our live intranasal M2-deficient single replication (M2SR) influenza vector expressing the receptor binding domain (RBD) of the SARS-CoV-2 Spike protein of the prototype strain, first reported in January 2020. The intranasal vaccination of mice with this dual vaccine elicits both high serum IgG and mucosal IgA titers to RBD. Sera from inoculated mice show that vaccinated mice develop neutralizing SARS-CoV-2 antibody titers against the prototype and Delta virus strains, which are considered to be sufficient to protect against viral infection. Moreover, SARS-CoV-2 M2SR elicited cross-reactive serum and mucosal antibodies to the Omicron BA.4/BA.5 variant. The SARS-CoV-2 M2SR vaccine also maintained strong immune responses to influenza A with high titers of anti H3 serum IgG and hemagglutination inhibition (HAI) antibody titers corresponding to those seen from the control M2SR vector alone. With a proven safety record and robust immunological profile in humans that includes mucosal immunity, the M2SR influenza viral vector expressing key SARS-CoV-2 antigens could provide more efficient protection against influenza and SARS-CoV-2 variants.
Are We Facing a Tsunami of Vaccine Hesitancy or Outdated Pandemic Policy in Times of Omicron? Analyzing Changes of COVID-19 Vaccination Trends in Poland
Authors: Walkowiak Marcin Piotr , Domaradzki Jan , Walkowiak Dariusz
Published: June 2023

In this study, we analyzed Polish COVID-19 vaccination data until January 2023 from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control to understand individual decision making during the milder Omicron wave. Our findings show a general decline in subsequent vaccine uptake. As the number of government-provided doses increased, completion rates among certain low-risk groups dropped to less than 1%. Elderly individuals, especially those aged 70–79, showed greater adherence but also exhibited decreased interest in subsequent boosters. Healthcare workers exhibited a dramatic shift in their attitude, disregarding the recommended schedule. The overwhelming majority opted out of receiving the second boosters, while the remaining individuals adjusted their timing based on infection trends or the availability of updated boosters. Two factors positively influenced vaccination decisions: societal influence and the availability of updated boosters. Lower-risk individuals were more likely to postpone vaccination until updated boosters were available. Our findings highlight that while Polish policy aligns with international guidelines, it fails to garner significant adherence from the Polish population. Previous studies have shown that vaccinating low-risk groups resulted in more sick days due to adverse events following immunization than the days gained by preventing infection. Consequently, we advocate for the official abandonment of this policy, as its practical abandonment has already taken place, and persisting in pretending otherwise only serves to erode public trust. Therefore, we propose a shift toward treating COVID-19-like influenza with vaccination for vulnerable individuals and those who have close contact with them before the season.
Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Attitudes toward Vaccination: Representative Study of Polish Society
Authors: Sobierajski Tomasz , Rzymski Piotr , Wanke-Rytt Monika
Published: June 2023

The study explored the association between individuals’ attitudes toward vaccination and their actual vaccination behavior. We also examined the impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and the ongoing vaccination debate on changing attitudes towards vaccination, specifically within different demographic groups. The survey was conducted among a representative sample of Poles (N = 805) using computer-assisted web interview (CAWI) technology. As demonstrated, those who identified themselves as strong vaccine supporters were statistically significantly more frequently to be vaccinated with COVID-19 booster doses, to follow a physician’s recommendation on any vaccine without hesitation, and to be strengthened in their confidence in vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic (p < 0.001 for all). However, over half of the responders declared themselves as moderate vaccine supporters/opponents, the groups whose further attitudes are likely to be affected by (mis)communication. Importantly, more than half of moderate vaccine supporters declared that their vaccine confidence was weakened during the COVID-19 pandemic, while 43% were not vaccinated against COVID-19. In addition, the study demonstrated that older and better-educated individuals were more likely to be COVID-19-vaccinated (p < 0.001 and p = 0.013, respectively). The results of this study imply that, in order to improve vaccine acceptance, it is essential to strengthen public health communication and avoid communication errors conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Molecular Profile of Canine Hemangiosarcoma and Potential Novel Therapeutic Targets
Authors: Pimentel Pedro Antônio Bronhara , Giuliano Antonio , Bęczkowski Paweł Marek , Horta Rodrigo Dos Santos
Published: June 2023

Canine hemangiosarcoma (HSA) is a relatively common neoplasia, occurring mainly in the skin, spleen, liver and right atrium. Despite the numerous studies investigating the treatment of canine HSA, no significant improvement in survival has been achieved in the last 20 years. Advancements in genetic and molecular profiling presented molecular similarities between canine HSA and human angiosarcoma. It could therefore serve as a valuable model for investigating new and more effective treatments in people and dogs. The most common genetic abnormalities in canine HSA have been found in the phosphatidylinositol-4,5-bisphosphate 3-kinase catalytic subunit alpha (PIK3CA) and neuroblastoma RAS viral oncogene homolog (NRAS) pathways. Mutations are also found in tumor protein p53 (TP53), phosphatase and tensin homolog (PTEN) and cyclin dependent kinase inhibitor 2A (CDKN2A). Known abnormal protein expression could be exploited to trial new target treatments that could be beneficial for both canine and human patients. Despite the high expression of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and its receptor (VEGFR), no correlation with overall survival time has ever been found. In this review, we explore the most recent developments in molecular profiling in canine HSA and discuss their possible applications in the prognosis and treatment of this fatal disease.
Is a Living Lab Also a Learning Lab?—Exploring Co-Creational Power of Young People in a Local Community Food Context
Authors: Chapagain Mukti R. , Mikkelsen Bent Egberg
Published: June 2023

Living lab approaches are increasingly being explored and studied as means to address societal problems and develop viable solutions. The approach put emphasis on user participation as a way to co-create new technologies, products or services in an open and real-life environment. Against this background, we set out to ask to what extent a living lab can also be a learning lab. We used the concepts of Project-Based Learning and STEM teaching approaches as a theoretical framework to understand the potential of the Living Lab concept to create learning as well as solutions. This study applies a case study approach as a method for qualitative data collection. The case of the learning lab at “Læringshuset”—one of the schools involved in the SESAM program, was used as the case. The themes for the SESAM program were to create an understanding of the principles of sustainable food production and consumption using a scientific approach. The “Læringshuset” is a newly built school tailored to Project-Based Learning (PBL). In total, 12 rounds of interviews were carried out with three different types of informants who were involved in the SESAM program at Læringshuset: pupils (n = 8), teachers (n = 2) and mentors (n = 4). The data collected formed part of a larger data set that was collected as part of the SESAM evaluation in the 2021 and 2022 versions. This study concludes that the Living Lab format created around a school setting can serve multiple purposes: (i) it can be an important solution provider that acknowledges the value of solutions from young minds, and (ii) at the same time, it can be a learning lab in which multiple actors from the local community can engage in creating valuable solutions and learn from each other. Using the Living and Learning Lab is a good way to create both action and engagement and empowerment, and in particular, we find that it is well suited to create cross-community engagement around topics related to green food system transformation.
Risk factors for early childhood caries (systematic review)
Authors: Li Xiang , Skakodub A. A.
Published: June 2023

Relevance.Early childhood caries remains the most common chronic disease in children, having a significant impact on society around the world.

Objective.To study all risk factors for early childhood caries identified from 2004 to 2023.

Material and methods.The review analyzed and searched the literature in the databases MEDLINE, Embase, Cochrane CENTRAL, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, PubMed and E-library using the keywords: caries, early childhood caries, dental diseases, risk factors in English and Russian, respectively. In addition, we studied links to the studies relevant to the topic and manually searched the references for potentially suitable publications. The systematic review finally included randomized controlled trials, meta-analysis and systematic reviews to identify risk factors for caries onset in early childhood over the past decade. The final sample included 31 papers covering 16 countries and published from 2004 to 2023.

Results. The results of the studies established the main risk factors for early childhood caries development (oral hygiene factors, social-demographic factors and dietary factors), identified temporary risk factors (complicated pregnancy, calcium intake during pregnancy), and determined insufficiently studied risk factors.

Conclusion. The data of the included studies confirm the multifactorial nature of caries onset in early childhood and the lack of quantitative analysis among all currently known factors, which could significantly reduce caries prevalence due to the conceptual treatment model.
Uptake and adoption of the NHS App in England: an observational study
Authors: KC Sukriti , Tewolde Salina , Laverty Anthony A , Costelloe Céire , Papoutsi Chrysanthi , Reidy Claire , Gudgin Bernard , Shenton Craig , Majeed Azeem , Powell John , Greaves Felix
Published: June 2023

Background

Technological advances have led to the use of patient portals that give people digital access to their personal health information. The NHS App was launched in January 2019 as a ‘front door’ to digitally enabled health services.

Aim

To evaluate patterns of uptake of the NHS App, subgroup differences in registration, and the impact of COVID-19.

Design and setting

An observational study using monthly NHS App user data at general-practice level in England was conducted.

Method

Descriptive statistics and time-series analysis explored monthly NHS App use from January 2019–May 2021. Interrupted time-series models were used to identify changes in the level and trend of use of different functionalities, before and after the first COVID-19 lockdown. Negative binomial regression assessed differences in app registration by markers of general-practice level sociodemographic variables.

Result

Between January 2019 and May 2021, there were 8 524 882 NHS App downloads and 4 449 869 registrations, with a 4-fold increase in App downloads when the COVID Pass feature was introduced. Analyses by sociodemographic data found 25% lower registrations in the most deprived practices (P<0.001), and 44% more registrations in the largest sized practices (P<0.001). Registration rates were 36% higher in practices with the highest proportion of registered White patients (P<0.001), 23% higher in practices with the largest proportion of 15–34-year-olds (P<0.001) and 2% lower in practices with highest proportion of people with long-term care needs (P<0.001).

Conclusion

The uptake of the NHS App substantially increased post-lockdown, most significantly after the NHS COVID Pass feature was introduced. An unequal pattern of app registration was identified, and the use of different functions varied. Further research is needed to understand these patterns of inequalities and their impact on patient experience.
Estimulación de nervio vago en epilepsia refractaria y callosotomía previa sin mejoría. Reporte de caso
Authors: Andrade Villalta José David , Mercado González Andrés Felipe , Aveiga Narváez Margarita Rosa , Chacho Aucay Homero Abel
Published: June 2023

La epilepsia refractaria tanto generalizada como focal, es una patología sumamente incapacitante, para el tratamiento de la misma se ha establecido a la callosotomía desde hace décadas como primera línea quirúrgica para su control, la cual puede presentar efectos secundarios importantes como síndrome de desconexión y pérdida de memoria, sin embargo, existen pacientes que no responden a la callosotomía y necesitan nuevas líneas de tratamiento, buscando en la estimulación de nervio vago una respuesta a su condición. Descripción del caso de estudio. Se presenta el caso de paciente masculino de 24 años de edad con antecedente patológico de convulsiones tipo tónico clónicas generalizadas confirmadas por video electroencefalograma de 24 horas, de predominio nocturno de 13 años de evolución, es sometido a 2 regímenes farmacológicos antiepilépticos diferentes en un período de 7 años de duración, posteriormente diagnosticado con epilepsia refractaria, por lo que se realiza callosotomía sin control de su cuadro clínico, el mismo año se realiza estimulación de nervio vago, presentando resultados favorables en su evolución. Conclusión. Luego de evidenciar el presente caso de estudio se concluye que el tratamiento de epilepsia refractaria con la colocación de un estimulador de nervio vago izquierdo asociado a un correcto régimen FAE es una alternativa muy eficaz para considerar en estos pacientes.
Calidad de vida laboral y desempeño del personal en un Hospital Materno Infantil del Perú
Authors: Meza Espinoza Edson Mijaíl , Fretel Quiroz Nicolás Magno , Lema Rivera Fabián Fabricio , Castro Galarza Cesar Raúl , Canchari Fierro Yoselyn Erika , Velasquez Bernal Libia Rocio
Published: June 2023

En los años 70, desarrollaron el término calidad de vida laboral, sin embargo, no se pudo reducir el riesgo de exposición a situaciones peligrosas en el trabajo, por lo que fue necesario perfeccionar el entorno laboral. El empleo es fundamental para la vida y la sociedad, porque la mayoría de nuestro tiempo es absorbido por las acciones laborales; la calidad de vida laboral es fundamental para la satisfacción y sobre todo para el desempeño en el trabajo. Objetivo. Determinar la relación entre calidad de vida laboral y desempeño del personal de salud en tiempos de pandemia en el Hospital Materno Infantil “Carlos Showing Ferrari, Amarilis - Huánuco, 2021. Materiales y método. Estudio de enfoque cuantitativo, tipo prospectivo, observacional, transversal y de nivel relacional. Con una población de 161 y una muestra de 114 elementos. La técnica fue la encuesta y los instrumentos fueron: cuestionario de calidad laboral GOHISALO modificado y un cuestionario de desempeño. Resultados. El 54.4% tienen regular calidad de vida laboral, el 38.6 % alta calidad de vida laboral y el 7% baja calidad de vida laboral. Respecto al desempeño, el 53.5% presentó regular desempeño, el 40.4% buen desempeño y el 6.1% deficiente desempeño. En cuanto a la relación entre calidad de vida laboral y desempeño, el 27.2% reportaron alta calidad de vida laboral y buen desempeño; 3.5% tuvieron deficiente calidad de vida y deficiente desempeño. Conclusiones. Existe relación entre calidad de vida laboral y desempeño (X2: 55,750, p =0.000), con un nivel asociación moderado (V de Cramer=0.494).
Factores del estrabismo incomitante para mejorar el pronóstico de los casos
Authors: Buitrón Sandra , Rodríguez-Guerra Andrea
Published: June 2023

El estrabismo es una alteración de la visión binocular, es decir, la pérdida de paralelismo de los ejes visuales. Las personas que padecen estrabismo presentan disminución de la profundidad visual y percepción de dimensionalidad. Se estima que este padecimiento ocular, afecta alrededor del 2 al 4 % de la población infantil. La clasificación de los estrabismos y su misma definición han sido parte de un debate mundial durante años. La edad de aparición, el ángulo de desviación, el ojo desviado, y la magnitud del ángulo en distancia de enfoque tambien; sin embargo, siempre debe confirmarse con exámenes más exhaustivos luego de un primer diagnóstico realizado por un profesional de la salud visual. Objetivo. Identificar las características de los estrabismos incomitantes, formas de diagnóstico, clasificación y factores para poder manejarlos específicamente y mejorar el pronóstico del caso. Metodología. Se realizó una síntesis de la información disponible de literatura sobre el estrabismo incomitante a través de un análisis bibliográfico donde se empleó descriptores de búsqueda para lo cual se revisaron las bases de datos: Google académico y Proquest Prisma. Se realizó el análisis de referencias desde el año 2010 al 2020 y como resultado se obtuvieron 34 referencias que describen una clasificación de estrabismos, tipo de diagnóstico y tratamiento. Conclusión. Se considera fundamental aumentar la conciencia pública sobre el tema del diagnóstico temprano de afectaciones oculares para generar medidas de prevención que busquen atenuar la ocurrencia de esta alteración. Delimitar el tipo de estrabismo incomitante podría evitar consecuencias irreparables para el paciente.
Tratamiento farmacológico para tromboembolismo pulmonar dirigido a pacientes con fibrilación auricular
Authors: Salinas Arteaga Andrea
Published: June 2023

La fibrilación auricular es una de las arritmias cardiacas más frecuentes. Afecta a 1 de cada 200 personas de entre 40 y 50 años de edad, pero puede llegar a afectar a más de 1 de cada 10 personas de 80 años. Objetivo. Proponer una guía de tratamiento farmacológico para evitar el tromboembolismo pulmonar en pacientes con fibrilación auricular con respuesta ventricular. Materiales y métodos. Los métodos utilizados fueron de nivel teórico como histórico lógico, modelación, hipotético- deductivo, dialectico, holístico-holográfico y sistémico estructural- funcional. Como métodos empíricos. se aplicaron la revisión de documentos guías, historias clínicas, encuestas a médicos y farmacéuticas, también se realizó la observación científica, los resultados se reflejaron la revisión de las historias clínicas de los 38 pacientes con diagnóstico de fibrilación auricular crónica. Resultados. Se representa el tipo de tratamiento con un predominio de 24 pacientes que toman anticoagulantes (63,16%), los pacientes en su mayoría no estaban anti coagulados, pacientes anti coagulados (34,62%), además se elaboró la propuesta de una guía de tratamiento farmacológico para evitar el tromboembolismo pulmonar en pacientes con fibrilación auricular con respuesta ventricular rápida, de acuerdo a los estándares internacionales para para prevenir las complicaciones tromboembólicas de la fibrilación auricular. Conclusiones. Debido a su prevalencia creciente, al impacto en la supervivencia, la calidad de vida de los pacientes, los elevados costos sanitarios que conlleva su tratamiento y el incesante avance en nuevos tratamientos de la fibrilación auricular con respuesta ventricular rápida, hace que sea necesario actualizar de manera periódica las recomendaciones basadas en la evidencia.
Kinerja Birokrasi dalam Mempersiapkan Bahan Administrasi Pembuatan Daftar Urut Kepangkatan dan Analisis Jabatan Sekretariat DPRK Langsa
Authors: Fahmi Chairul , Hartono Budi , Lubis Maksum Syahri
Published: June 2023

This study aims to identify and analyze the performance of the bureaucracy in preparing administrative materials for making rank order lists and position analysis for the Langsa City DPR Secretariat and to find out the factors that support and hinder bureaucratic performance in preparing administrative materials for making rank order lists and position analysis for the Langsa City DPR Secretariat. The method used is a qualitative method with an inductive approach. Data collection techniques include interviews, observations, and documentation. This research was conducted at the Langsa DPRK Secretariat Office from October 2022 – September 2022. This research used the method of data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study revealed that there were 5 stages in knowing the performance of the bureaucracy in preparing administrative materials for making rank order lists and analysis of program and financial positions of the DPRK Langsa Secretariat consisting of (1) Productivity found a discrepancy between the position map structure of the DPRK Langsa Secretariat and Job Analysis and Workload Analysis, (2) Responsiveness found the position analysis document of the DPRK Langsa Secretariat last made in 2018 which was not in accordance with the Organizational Structure, (3) Service Quality found that there were no problems and was counted well, (4) Responsibility found that the head of the General Administration Subdivision and Personnel do not know the main tasks and functions of the position before taking office and after taking office, (5) Accountability is known in the General Administration and Personnel Sub-Division that has not been able to meet accountability criteria such as being result-oriented and improving work.
The Role of the Tourism Office in Increasing Regional Original Income in the Maritime Tourism Sector
Authors: Zamzami Zamzami , Hartono Budi , Isnaini Isnaini
Published: June 2023

formulation of the problem in this study is what is the role of the Tourism Office in increasing regional original income in the marine tourism sector in South Aceh Regency, what are the obstacles to the Tourism Office in increasing Regional Original Revenue in the marine tourism sector in South Aceh Regency. The research method used is a qualitative method, and data analysis techniques use descriptive qualitative. Data collection was obtained from observation, interviews and documentation. The research results show that the development of marine tourism areas in South Aceh District aims to increase local revenue by developing tourism objects by maximizing marine tourism object areas in South Aceh District. The role of the Tourism Office is as a facilitator in terms of increasing the number of tourists and carrying out technical policy studies, coaching, implementing sustainability, developing tourism products, tourism businesses, the obstacles to the Tourism Office in increasing Regional Original Income in the marine tourism sector in South Aceh Regency include: lack of public awareness, lack of quality human resources, limited budget (funds), not yet optimal facilities and infrastructure, lack of partnership programs with the government and private
Efektifitas Pelayanan Pemeriksaan Fisik Barang Impor Dengan Penerapan Sistem Single Submission (Ssm) Kepabeanan Dan Karantina Melalui Joint Inspection Pada Kantor Pengawasan Dan Pelayanan Bea Dan Cukai Tipe Madya Pabean Belawan Sumatera Utara
Authors: Panggabean Rogers , Mardiana Siti , Adam Adam
Published: June 2023

Kerja sama Bea Cukai dan Karantina dilakukan secara bertahap di pelabuhan-pelabuhan utama melalui Keputusan Dirjen Bea dan Cukai Nomor KEP-216/BC/2020 tentang Penerapan Secara Penuh (mandatory) Single Submission – Joint Inspection Bea Cukai dan Karantina di Pelabuhan Belawan tanggal 21 September 2020 sampai dengan saat ini. Pelaku Usaha (Importir/Eksportir/PPJK) mendapatkan kemudahan dengan hanya satu kali submit Permohonan Impor melalui SSm sistem Indonesia National Single Windows (INSW). Sistem INSW melakukan validasi data dan mengirimkan Pelaporan pemeriksaan karantina ke Badan Karantin, dan Data PIB dikirimkan ke DJBC. Berjalan selama kurang lebih tiga tahun, secara umum penerapan SSm ini masih ditemukan adanya kendala saat eksekusinya di lapangan sehingga berpotensi menyebabkan kepuasan pengguna jasa kembali menurun. Penelitian ini menggunakan Metode kualitatif deskriptif dengan pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi dan teknik analisa data yang digunakan adalah pengumpulan data, reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menjelaskan  Pelayanan Pemeriksaan Fisik Barang Impor Dengan Penerapan Single Submission (SSM) Kepabeanan dan Karantina Melalui Joint Inspection pada Kantor Pengawasan Dan Pelayanan Bea Dan Cukai Tipe Madya Pabean Belawan, Sumatera Utara masih ditemukan adanya kendala saat eksekusinya di lapangan. Beberapa hal perlu dilakukan perbaikan sebagai bagian dari proses adaptasi. Hal ini mencakup peningkatan infrastruktur pelabuhan Belawan yang harus semakin disempurnakan baik fisik dan non-fisik, termasuk kestabilan koneksi serta keamanan jaringan harus terus dijaga dan ditingkatkan karena layanan SSm-Joint Inspection ini erat kaitannya dengan kemampuan pengembangan teknologi informasi dan artificial intelligent.
Peran Bhabinkamtibmas Polres Tapanuli Tengah Guna Menekan Terjadinya Tindak Pidana dalam Rangka Terpeliharanya Kamtibmas di Kabupaten Tapanuli Tengah
Authors: Tanjung Zulmansyah , Isnaini Isnaini , Ramadhan M. Citra
Published: June 2023

The purpose of this study is to examine the role, position, actualization of the role and barriers to the Bhabinkamtibmas of the Central Tapanuli Resort Police in order to suppress the occurrence of criminal acts in the context of maintaining security and order. The type of research used is empirical legal research with field data through interviews with officials at the Central Tapanuli Resort Police. This study uses a statutory approach and a case approach. Data analysis in this study was carried out by selecting secondary data from library research and primary data from field research and analyzed qualitatively. The conclusion in this study is that the role and position of Bhabinkamtibmas normatively regulated in the Regulation of the Head of the National Police of the Republic of Indonesia Number 3 of 2015 concerning Community Policing, the actualization of the role of Bhabinkamtibmas of the Central Tapanuli Police in order to suppress the occurrence of criminal acts in the framework of maintaining public security and order in the District Central Tapanuli has been carried out according to statutory provisions. Obstacles in actualizing the role of Bhabinkamtibmas of the Central Tapanuli Resort Police to suppress the occurrence of criminal acts in the context of maintaining public security and order in Central Tapanuli Regency are found in aspects of this legal structure including Bhabinkamtibmas personnel who are still lacking in the quantity and facilities needed are not adequate.
Analisis Hukum Pelaksanaan Peraturan Menteri Agraria Dan Tata Ruang/Kepala Badan Pertanahan Nasional Nomor 6 Tahun 2018 Di Kantor Pertanahan Kota Medan
Authors: Rahmadani Suci , Isnaini Isnaini , Haikal M. Ridha
Published: June 2023

This article aims to analyze and examine the legal arrangements of mechanisms and constraints as well as obstacles to the implementation of Complete Systematic Land Registration (PTSL) at the Medan City Land Office. This study uses empirical legal research that is descriptive analysis. The approach used in this study is a statutory approach and a conceptual approach. This study collected primary data obtained by using field research and secondary data obtained by using library research, which were then analyzed qualitatively. The results of this study indicate that the implementation of PTSL is regulated in the Regulation of the Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/Head of the National Land Agency Number 6 of 2018 concerning Complete Systematic Land Registration. The implementation of PTSL in Medan City is based on the Regulation of the Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/Head of the National Land Agency of the Republic of Indonesia Number 6 of 2018 and also its implementation is in accordance with the Complete Systematic Land Registration Technical Guidelines Number 1/Juknis/-100.HK.02.01/I/2022 January 26, 2022. Obstacles and obstacles include, Lack of Public Awareness of the Importance of Land Certificates, Incomplete requirements and land certificates in accordance with the history of their acquisition from PTSL Participants, Public Objections Regarding BPHTB Payments, Absentee Land and Abandoned Land. These constraints/obstacles make the implementation of PTSL activities too late to be completed in accordance with a predetermined target time.
Analisis Yuridis Dampak Pasca Pandemi Covid-19 Terhadap Lelang Eksekusi Hak Tanggungan Dari Perbankan Pada KPKNL Medan
Authors: Daulay Ade Liniarty , Ramadhan M. Citra , Isnaini Isnaini
Published: June 2023

The purpose of this writing is to analyze the auction mechanism for executing mortgages from banks, the role of the KPKNL in carrying out the execution of mortgages and the obstacles faced by the KPKNL in carrying out the auction. The research method used is normative juridical. The research data comes from secondary data which comes from primary legal materials, secondary legal materials and tertiary legal materials which are then analyzed qualitatively. The results of the first study, that the execution auction of mortgage rights is carried out by creditors by submitting an application for execution of mortgage rights to the head of the local District Court where the collateral object is located. If the Debtor does not fulfill his obligations for a maximum of 8 (eight) days both for repayment and discharge or if he is summoned properly, cannot appear, then the chairman of the court by his position gives an order by letter, to confiscate the object of collateral right to be sold through auction general for payment. Second, the role of the KPKNL, as a government agency in executing the Mortgage Auction, as a supervisor so that auction items are not misused, as a selection agency for Mortgage auction participants, as a guard for the stability of Mortgage auction implementation, as an intermediary between buyers and sellers of auctioned goods. Third, in the implementation of the auction, some of the obstacles faced by the State Property and Auction Service Office are internal constraints and external constraints.
Pengaruh Komunikasi terhadap Kinerja Aparatur Sipil Negara di Kantor Dewan Perwakilan Rakyat Daerah Provinsi Sumatera Utara Masa Covid-19
Authors: Auza Ara
Published: June 2023

This article aims to determine the effect of Communication on the performance of the State Civil Apparatus during the Covid-19 pandemic at the Regional People's Representative Council Office of North Sumatra Province. This study uses the theory of Communication. This research was examined at the Regional People's Legislative Council Office of North Sumatra Province. The research method used in this research is correlational quantitative. The population in this study is the State Civil Apparatus (ASN) in the Regional People's Representative Council Office of North Sumatra Province, totaling 106 people. The results of this study indicate that: (1) There is an influence of State Civil Apparatus Communication on the performance of State Civil Apparatuses in the Regional House of Representatives of North Sumatra Province of 0.383. The level of correlation is low but sure between the communication variables of the State Civil Apparatus and the Performance of the State Civil Apparatus during the Covid-19 period in the Regional People's Representative Council of North Sumatra Province.
Upaya Penanggulangan Tindak Pidana Penyalahgunaan Narkotika Oleh Anak
Authors: Fonna Putri Mauliza , Ediwarman Ediwarman , Mulyadi Mahmud
Published: June 2023

The purpose of this study is to analyze the rule of law in dealing with criminal acts of narcotics abuse by children in the Legal Area of the North Sumatra Regional Police and the obstacles they face. The type used in this research is normative juridical and analytical descriptive in nature. The results of the study state that the regulation of narcotics abuse is regulated in Article 127 paragraphs (1), (2) and (3) of the Narcotics Law, punishable by imprisonment under 7 (seven) years. The provisions of Article 111, whoever owns it, carries a penalty of imprisonment for more than 7 (seven) years based on the modus operandi of child abuse, so that diversion cannot be attempted at the three levels based on the provisions of the Juvenile Criminal Justice System Act. The handling of criminal acts of narcotics abuse by children in the Legal Area of the Regional Police of Sumatra is carried out through means of criminal law (Repressive) and non-criminal law means (Preventive). Internal obstacles faced in overcoming criminal acts of narcotics abuse by children in the jurisdiction of the Sumatra Regional Police, include: Budget, office facilities, operational facilities, operational facilities, while external factors such as lack of community participation and drug dealers usually have high mobility.
ROLE OF BIOFERTILIZERS IN IMPROVING COWPEA PRODUCTIVITY CULTIVATED IN SANDY SOIL
Authors: Mohamed Sonya Hamouda , El-Kholi Mohamed Mohsen , El-Tohamy Sayed Ahmed , Abdel-Wahab Bakr Abdel-Galil , Ahmed Amani Mostafa , Salem Gehan Mohamed , Mekhemar Gamal Abdel-Fattah Ahmed , Kandil Heba Belal Abdel-Samie , Amer Rabab Abdallah Abdel-Naser , Shoman Rasha Atef , El-Soud Alaaeldin Abdel-Hamid Abo
Published: June 2023

Cowpea is one of the fast-growing legume crops during the summer and is well suited to the summer environmental conditions in Egypt. In addition, it is a high-quality crop for feeding sheep and cattle, also very important fodder for dairy cows. In this study, an experiment was designed to evaluate the effect of biofertilizers on cowpea productivity cultivated under sandy soil conditions at Ismailia Governorate. To reach such aim, an identified Streptomyces strain was used with a mixture of biochar, and organic fertilizer in several different treatments compared to bradyrhizobia. The experiment was carried out at the Ismailia Research Station, ARC. Results showed that the number of nodules at the 2nd cutting was always higher than that of the 1st cutting. No results were recorded indicating the presence of root nodules in cowpea plants to which bradyrhizobia was not added. Results showed that the fresh weight of cowpea plants under investigation as shown in the 16 treatments was inconsistent and reflects the importance of biofertilizers. Percentages of nitrogen and crude protein among two cutting of cowpea plants cultivated under showed that the 2nd cut was always higher in the percentage of crude protein than the 1st cut. Treatment T16 containing bradrhizobia and actinomycetes as biofertilizers, organic fertilizer, low concentration of nitrogen fertilizer and biochar appeared the highest fresh weight per Feddan compared to all treatments. Results of the yield (Ton/Fed) of dry weight of the cowpea plants has become in the same trend as the results of fresh weight. As a conclusion, treatment coded T16 which containing Bradyrhizobiumsp. (Vigna)and actinomycetes as biofertilizers, organic fertilizer, low concentration of nitrogen fertilizer and biochar appeared the highest levels of no. of nodules, nodules dry weight, fresh and dry weights of cowpea shoots, percentage of crude protein and yield of fresh and dry weight (Ton/Feddan).