bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
uso de pórticos no urbanismo greco-romano
Authors: Carriço José Marques , Salvi Ana Elena
Published: March 2023

Para além de suas características estruturais e formais, o pórtico foi um elemento importante no urbanismo greco-romano, usado como transição entre os espaços livres e edificados, conectando o tecido urbano e criando áreas de sociabilidadede uso público. Seu uso atingiu o ápice no Império Romano, que o disseminou sistematicamente em todo o seu domínio, com finalidade, técnica e materiais diversificados, tornando-se um elemento fundamental do urbanismo. Dessa forma, a partirde estudo de referencial teórico predominante no campo da história do urbanismo e algumas visitas in loco, busca-se apresentar um quadro de referências sobre os distintos tipos de utilização e funções dos pórticos no espaço urbano, assim como dos responsáveis por suas construções e do processo de disseminação por todo o território do Império Romano. Esse elemento arquitetônico assentou raízes no urbanismo ocidental e permanece, até os dias atuais, oferecendo aos cidadãos espaços de transição entre o interior e o exterior das edificações, conectando logradouros e proporcionando áreas especiais de fruição da vida urbana.
Lineamientos de diseño en el espacio público para fortalecer la imagen de ciudad, a partir del estudio de las dinámicas urbanas que lo transforman
Authors: Castillo Orjuela Claudia Rocio
Published: March 2023

La presente obra responde a la necesidad de abordar el diseño del espacio público como un campo de estudio multidisciplinar, capaz de reconocer el entramado de relaciones y asuntos que construyen el espacio y al que el análisis urbano se aproxima desde diferentes paradigmas. Si bien el diseño urbano puede percibirse en escalas más amplias, la presente publicación reconoce que este cobra sentido en el contexto local, en tanto media entre modelos urbanísticos y las particularidades del contexto en el que se materializa.
Pomiędzy optyką jednoogniskową a soczewkami EDOF – nowy standard w chirurgii zaćmy z soczewkami monofocal plus?
Authors: Dmitriew Andrzej , Goździewska Ewa , Kocięcki Jarosław
Published: March 2023

W ostatnim czasie, ze względu na większe zapotrzebowanie na korekcję prezbiopii, obserwujemy zwiększenie różnorodności soczewek wewnątrzgałkowych klasy premium, które są stosowane podczas operacji zaćmy. Wśród soczewek wewnątrzgałkowych klasy premium znajdują się soczewki wieloogniskowe, soczewki EDOF oraz niedawno opracowane ulepszone soczewki jednoogniskowe lub jednoogniskowe plus. W artykule omówiono charakterystykę soczewek jednoogniskowych plus oraz soczewek EDOF, podstawy techniki ulepszonej monowizji, a także ogólne zasady kwalifikacji pacjenta do wszczepienia tego typu soczewek.
A Deixis Analysis of Song Divide by Ed Sheeran
Authors: Aini Nurul , Az-Zihra. T Khoirunniswa , Ramadhani Shella Fitri , Rezky Wulan Rezky Wulan , Sukma Dara Emeliya
Published: March 2023

The purpose of this research is to identify the type of Deixis and find the type of Deixis that is generally mastered in the lyrics of the song Ed Sheeran Divide. This includes the type of qualitative research. This research uses observation method. The data collection method uses listening & analyzing the song Divide by Ed Sheeran. The results of this study found that all types of deixis were direct (68 dates ), location (4 dates), & time (1 dates). Deixis is included on the lyrics to Ed Sheeran's song Divide. People's deixis is often found in Ed Sheeran's Divide lyrics. The most common types of deixis found in this study were me and people deixis, such as me. The most generic plural deixis is Sie using loose 20. Deixis serves to tell the role contained in the lyrics. The effect of using Person Deixis is to choose who is referred to in song lyrics. Locale deixis is used to tell where or where the lyric incident took place.The effect of local deixis is to create the same interpretation of the location of the incident in the song lyrics. Deixis when used in the lyrics to tell when the incident occurred. The effect according to clock deixis is to emphasize that an incident has occurred or has already occurred.
Language Style of Advertisements
Authors: Yustiari Ni Wayan Wida , Rajeg I Made , Asty Pratiwi Putu Ayu Senja
Published: March 2023

The article aims to find the type of language style and the meanings implied in the advertisement. The data were taken from advertisements in Now! Bali magazine was published from May 2018 to June 2018. They were analyzed using the descriptive qualitative method and the theory type of language style (Wells, 2009) and the theory of meaning (Keraf, 2006). The result show that there are seven types of language style applied in them including similes, personification, metonymy, alliteration, assonance, ellipsis, and hyperbole. In terms of meaning, denotative and connotative meanings are implied.
The Analysis of Batata Sentence of Ciacia Language in Traditional Medicine
Authors: Husni Husni
Published: March 2023

Batata is one of the aspect of mantras lyrical that lexically can be understood and its contextual meaning based on the necessity. Batata sentence in traditional medicine has not been conducted yet. It is the one of various linguistic aspects. The study present deals with the sentence analysis of batata in traditional medicine of Ciacia language. It has main objectives is formulating and analyzing types of sentences batata in Ciacia language. This is a kind of descriptive-qualitative research which employs a distributional method in data analysis with the underlying theories of syntax. The data taken from informan directly when he has been acted patient treatment for the several times. The result of this study, it found that sentence of batata is filled by Imperative sentences filled by the swear marker consists of pindongo ‘hear’ + S + P + O and compound sentences consist of two clause and four clause. It can be formulated syntactically [if + S + P + Pel] as first clause, while [S + P] as second clause, and [if + P- (no) as first clause, while [S + P] [S + P] [S + P] as second, third, fourth clause.
An Analysis of Students' Writing Anxiety in English Learning at Grade XII MIPA 3 of SMAN 6 Padang
Authors: Rulyandi Ilham
Published: March 2023

This study aims to analysis of students’ writing anxiety   in English learning at SMAN 6 Padang grade XII MIPA 3. This research is qualitative. The techniques of collecting data are Questionnaire and interview. The subject of this research was 36 students’ of XII MIPA 3. The purpose of this research is analyzed what factors cause students to be anxious about writing in English learning in grade XII MIPA 3 SMAN 6 Padang. The results of the data that have been obtained with the cognitive problems is the factors that most influence students’ anxiety in writing English especially in grade XII MIPA 3 at SMAN6 Padang, and from internal factors influencing students’ anxiety in writing English factor problem of word choice has the lowest score from internal factors in writing English classroom, it scores was 31.86%. And from external factors lowest score is lack of knowledge about writing stages, it score was 32.03%
The Cooperative Principle in Fate: The Winx Saga Episode 1
Authors: Zega Fatizatulo , Ambalegin Ambalegin
Published: March 2023

The aim of this research is to analyze the cooperative principle in Fate: The Winx Saga Episode 1 as data source. Researchers used theory of Grice to analyze the data. This research used descriptive qualitative method because the result would be described in words, sentences and paragraphs. Observational method was used in this research along with non-participatory and note taking techniques. This research was found 57 data of four of cooperative principle. Maxim of quality with 11 data, maxim of quantity with 11 data, maxim of relation 18 data and maxim of manner with 17 data. Maxim of relation was the most uttered and maxim quality and quantity were the least uttered in the movie.
The impact of online learning during COVID-19 on pediatric course at Qassim University
Authors: Khodeir Mostafa , Alsoqih Norah , Alsolai Osamah , Almushayqih Bilal , Almutairi Mansour , Aljohni Yazeed , Alrubayan Abdulelah
Published: March 2023

Objectives: The aim of the study was to assess the influence of online learning attributable to COVID-19 on a specific medical educational field, pediatrics, at Qassim University's College of Medicine.
Methods: The evaluation was performed through an online and physical questionnaire, which was distributed on the 2nd August, 2021, to all students after they had completed the course. The questionnaire asked students about their general experience, comparison of face-to-face to online learning, difficulties faced with online learning, and future implementation.
Results: When students compared learning online to face-to-face learning, most viewed it positively. Specifically, when they considered the theoretical and practical elements of the course, they gave encouraging feedback on both, although slightly less for the practical aspect. In that case, they mentioned several issues, primarily that of time management and internet connection problems. With respect to recommending the inclusion of online learning in the future, 73.1% of students were in favor of doing so for theoretical material in courses, while 65.3% of students were in favor of doing so for practical clinical aspect.
Conclusion: Based upon the results of this study, it appears that students viewed the effect that online learning has had on pediatrics positively overall, which encourages the use of online learning after COVID-19.
Perception regarding routine childhood vaccinations: a cross-sectional study in Al-Qassim married population
Authors: Al-Ghasham Yazeed , Al-Feraidi Arwa
Published: March 2023

Background: Vaccines are the most effective and risk-free health intervention available. Vaccination-related hesitancy is increasing in all countries, despite its global success. The current study aimed to assess the perception of the Qassim married population towards childhood vaccines and determine the factors affecting their decision regarding routine vaccination.
Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out using an online questionnaire (the SAGE group's vaccine hesitancy scale). The questionnaire was distributed using Twitter and WhatsApp. To study the association between categorical variables, chi-sqaure test was used. Unpaired t-test was employed to compare the average and overall score for the Vaccine Attitude Scale between groups.
Results: The questionnaires were completed by 416 respondents. Regarding vaccine hesitancy, 16.6% of the included parents were hesitant to get a vaccination for their children, and 7.93% refused vaccination with an 18.5% overall hesitancy/refusal. Responses showed an overall positive attitude towards childhood vaccinations. It was discovered that vaccine hesitancy and children's vaccination status were significantly related, with 10% of the hesitant parents reporting that their children were never vaccinated compared to 0.86% of non-hesitant parents (p < 0.001). The overall attitude score was significantly higher in non-hesitant than hesitant respondents (42.2 ± 4.74 vs. 30.5 ± 7.28, p < 0.001). The most common reasons for vaccine hesitancy/ refusal were safety concerns (61%), lack of need (42.9%), and negative media information (41.6%). Vaccine hesitancy/refusal was less prevalent in males (36.6%) than females (63.4%), with a significantly higher overall score in males than females (41 ± 5.89 vs. 38.9 ± 8.05, p = 0.005).
Conclusion: Findings from the current study showed moderate hesitancy and low refusal towards routine childhood vaccination in the married population in the Al-Qassim region and suggested a sound attitude towards routine vaccination. Awareness campaigns should be directed towards raising the knowledge regarding the importance of vaccination from an individual and community perspective to reduce hesitancy or refusal of vaccination.
Dilated cardiomyopathy associated with NRAP gene: a case series
Authors: Names Abdellh , Tohary Mohammed , Hadad Basel , Alhazmi Abdurahman , Alaksham Hamad , Gohal Hassan , Gosadi Ghadah , Awaji Ali , Jareebi Mohammad
Published: March 2023

Background: The genetic basis of dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is highly diverse, with over 100 known genes and several possibilities described. Nebulin-related-anchoring protein (NRAP) is an action-binding cytoskeletal protein that has a role in the myofibrillar assembly in the embryonic heart. It is primarily generated in striated and cardiac muscles.
Case Presentation: We described three cases of DCM that were related to NRAP gene mutations [NM_001261463.1: c.3568G > T; p. (Glu1190*)].
Conclusion: Our data imply that biallelic nonsense mutations in the NRAP might be a genetic risk factor with limited penetrance and induce DCM at various ages.
Hubungan Karakteristik Penyuluh dengan Kinerja Penyuluh di Kecamatan Sampara Kabupaten Konawe
Authors: Rosmalah Sitti , Rayuddin  , Hartati  , Sufa Basri
Published: March 2023

The performance of agricultural extension workers is the level of work success achieved by agricultural extension workers which is an important aspect that plays a role in work success and  goal achievement. Performance is measured based on the abilities possessed by an individual in the form of cognitive, affective and psychomotor aspects. The numbers of agricultural extension workers in the Sampara subdistrict under the supervision of the Agricultural Extension Center (BPP) of Sampara District are 17 agricultural extension workers. The condition of agricultural extension workers in the Agricultural Extension Center varies in ages, education level and working experiences. The purpose of this study was to analyze the level of performance of field agricultural extension workers (PPL) and to analyze the relationship between the characteristics of extension workers and the performance of  field agricultural extension workers (PPL) in Sampara Sub district, Konawe Regency. The study employed scoring method using likert scale meanwhile measurement correlation between the characteristics of extension workers and the performance of Agricultural Extension workers through non-parametric analysis of Spearman's rank correlation test. The results of the study showed that the performance of field agricultural extension officers was in a fairly good category while the education level factors had a significant or strong relationship as shown by the Rs coefficient with value of 0.721.
Evaluation of knowledge and attitude of pediatric residents regarding childhood reading promotion incentives during well-child care
Authors: Rosa Caroline , Vieira Daniela
Published: March 2023

Pediatricians have a privileged opportunity to advise parents and caregivers on the importance of reading for babies and young children, which is a significant stimulus for language development and learning to read in childhood. This is a recommendation that should be part of regular childcare topics. This study sought to assess knowledge and behavior of pediatric residents regarding reading promotion and stimulus during childhood. A quantitative, descriptive, and cross-sectional study was carried out through the application of a questionnaire for pediatric residents in 2019. The data obtained was analyzed using descriptive statistical analysis. Although our results showed there were gaps in medical training during medical school and residency, 59.1% and 68.2%, respectively, all respondents agreed on the importance of encouraging reading in childhood. However, 22.7% stated that they do not feel comfortable in encouraging reading and 50% do not include the topic during consultation. These indicate there is a need to expand the insertion of encouraging reading in childhood as theme during medical undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Extending the duration of pediatrics residency to three years might provide an improved training in primary care and present an opportunity to include the discussion of this topic.
Catfishing Phenomenon in the Perspective of Online Dating Services Users
Authors: Pramudiarja Uyung , Artika Dian , Prabawati Dhea Hanna
Published: March 2023

The presence of online dating in the current digital era makes it easy for users to find their desired potential partner. The problem arises when not all online dating services require users to verify identity. Some users easily fake their identities to make them appear more attractive, known as catfishing behaviour. On the one hand, constructing an identity for a specific purpose is common in online dating services. But on the other hand, it can trigger a psychological impact for potential partners whose expectations are not met, and can even open a loophole for crime. This study wants to see the perception of online dating service users towards the catfishing phenomenon. Using the phenomenological method, this descriptive qualitative research was conducted with in-depth interviews with four informants who use online dating services with varying intensity of use and level of experience. As a result, the informants perceive a natural tendency to construct attractive impressions in online dating services. However, identity discrepancies in online dating services are at some point an unacceptable form of dishonesty. The informants also have their own anticipatory steps to avoid the snares of catfishing, from inviting video calls to doing their own profiling on social media.

Keywords: Catfish, Identity, New Media, Online Dating
Framing Analysis of High-speed Rail Project Reports on Online Media Kompas.com, and Viva.co.id
Authors: Ilham Z M. Fatich , Hakim Lukman
Published: March 2023

This analysis aims to know and discuss the framing structure made by media Kompas and Viva in reporting the employment of Chinese foreign workers in the KCJB project, which had made the community stormy because the Government chose to use foreign workers instead of local workers. The type of research used is qualitative research with Pan and Kosicki's framing analysis approach due to their explanation of framing, which is the process of making messages or information more prominent and making readers more focused on the message conveyed. The results of this study indicate that in terms of the syntactic structure, Kompas and Viva try to be neutral by using direct quotations in their titles and only conveying the facts. Thematically, Kompas and Viva provide good factual information because both media convey the existing facts as a unity without reducing or changing the facts obtained from the sources. Judging from the delivery of information, Kompas and Viva seem only to convey what it is without adding opinions or cutting facts. Rhetorically, both of them do not give emphasis and only convey facts obtained from the source. And even though they both lack the completeness of the 5W + 1H elements in some of their articles, they do not affect the core of the news delivered.

Keywords: Framing, Highspeed Rail, Welder, Foreign Worker
The Trust of UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya Students in Mainstream and Social Media Usage
Authors: Emeraldien Fikry Zahria , Rotuzzakia Choe , Awaliyah Rada , Faridah Alfi , Chen Huey-Rong
Published: March 2023

This research studies the trust of Generation Z in journalistic media -or commonly known as mainstream media- and social media in order to get information. It also studies the factors that make the media trustworthy. This study uses a quantitative approach to the survey method. The questionnaire instrument was written via the Google Form platform while the secondary data for this research came from literature and previous research. The data collection technique for this research was non-probability sampling through 180 students born in 1997-2004 at Universitas Islam Negeri Sunan Ampel Surabaya. The process of distributing the questionnaire was carried out during April 2022. This research shows that generation Z access journalistic media and social media in getting news or information. The results of the study show that the most trusted mainstream media is online journalistic media chosen by 46.1% of respondents. Meanwhile, the most trusted social media by respondents is Twittet with a survey result of 39.2%. Journalistic media is trusted because of the data and facts presented, while social media is trusted because it can balance official information from certain agencies.

Keywords: Journalistic,Social Media, Media Trust, Mainstream Media, Generation Z
Surgical underwear and clothing – norms and requirements in the prevention of infections in the surgical area
Authors: Chernova L. V. , Aleksanova N. P. , Kashin P. V.
Published: March 2023

This article analyzes issues of surgical site-associated infections (SSIs). The authors analyze factors influencing SSIs development and discuss measures which could reduce the risk of these infections spread. Compliance with the principles of asepsis, adequate surgical linens and surgical clothing are discussed in more details. Basic requirements for surgical linens – following standards and existing practice – are highlighted as well. In addition, the authors analyze advantages of disposable nonwoven materials used for surgical garments as protection against SSIs both for patients and medical staff.
Strategy of complex treatment of the neuroischemic form of diabetic foot syndrome in critical ischemia and in presence of resistant forms of purulent infection pathogens using bacteriophages on the example of clinical observation
Authors: Paskhalova Yu. S.
Published: March 2023

The article presents a clinical observation illustrating the multi-stage treatment of purulent-necrotic lesions of the diabetic foot syndrome in the presence of resistant flora and critical ischemia of the affected limb. The importance of teamwork in providing medical care to this category of patients, as well as the need to use adjuvant therapy, in particular, bacteriophages, in the complex treatment, is demonstrated
Tactical and clinical positions to prevention wound complications in damaged soft tissues with staged adjuvant ozone-surgical treatment
Authors: Knyazev V. N.
Published: March 2023

The present review outlines features of a staged surgical tactics in treating battle and non-battle injuries in military medicine and disaster medicine. The problem of surgical infections in lightly wounded patients and the effectiveness of ozone therapy are also highlighted in the review. The authors introduce the concept of ozone-surgical treatment of wounds which is a combination of its evidence-based methods and acknowledged techniques of surgical care and blockades. The staged regional ozone therapy which is described in the article is an adjuvant surgical aid to prevent wound infection in damaged tissues.
Morin loaded mesoporous molecular sieves as novel devices to the potential treatment of tumor pathologies
Authors: Montiel Schneider María Gabriela , Martin María Julia , Cuello Natalia , Favatela Florencia , Gentili Claudia , Elias Verónica , Eimer Griselda , Lassalle Verónica
Published: March 2023

several human pathological conditions. Despite this, the administration of morin represents a challenge due to its low aqueous solubility and high sensitivity. Mesoporous silica materials have emerged as new biocompatible tools for drug delivery, as their pore size can be modulated for maximum surface area to volume ratio. In this contribution, we evaluate the ability of iron-modified mesoporous materials for morin loading and controlled delivery. Methods: The SBA-15 and MCM-41 sieves were synthesized and modified with iron. Characterization by transmission electron microscopy, XRD and UV-Vis revealed adequate pore size and agglomerates of very small metallic nanospecies (nanoclusters), without larger iron oxide nanoparticles. FT-IR spectra confirmed the presence of silanol groups in the solid hosts, which can interact with different groups present in the morin molecules. The incorporation of morin was also corroborated by UV-Vis spectroscopy. Results: SBA-15 materials were more efficient in terms of morin loading capacity due to their larger pore diameter. Finally, biosafety studies using normal epithelial cells revealed that neither the loaded nor the unloaded materials exerted toxicity, even at doses of 1 mg/ml. Conclusions: these findings expand knowledge about mesoporous materials as suitable carriers of flavonoids with the aim of improving therapies for a wide range of pathologies.
SMiPoly: Generation of Synthesizable Polymer Virtual Library using Rule-based Polymerization Reactions
Authors: Ohno Mitsuru , Hayashi Yoshihiro , Zhang Qi , Kaneko Yu , Yoshida Ryo
Published: March 2023

Recent advances in machine learning have led to the rapid adoption of various computational methods for de novo molecular design in polymer research, including high-throughput virtual screening and inverse molecular design. In such workflows, molecular generators play an essential role in the creation or sequential modification of candidate polymer structures. Machine learning-assisted molecular design has made great technical progress over the past few years. However, its practical deployment has not progressed as much as expected. One reason for this is the difficulty in determining the synthetic routes to such designed polymers. To address this technical limitation, we present SMiPoly, a Python library for virtual polymer generation that implements 22 chemical rules for commonly applied polymerization reactions. For given small organic molecules to form a candidate monomer set, the SMiPoly generator conducts possible polymerization reactions to generate an exhaustive list of potentially synthesizable polymers. In this study, using 1,083 readily available monomers, we generated 169,347 unique polymers forming seven different molecular types: polyolefin, polyester, polyether, polyamide, polyimide, polyurethane, and polyoxazolidone. By comparing the distribution of the virtually created polymers with approximately 16,000 real polymers synthesized so far, it was found that the coverage and novelty of the SMiPoly-generated polymers can reach 48% and 53%, respectively.
Evaluation of the Relationships between ER, PR, c-erbB2, Ki67, E-Cadherin Expressions, Nottingham Histological Grade and some Clinical Parameters in Breast Carcinomas
Authors: AKÇAY ÇELİK Mürüvvet , KAŞKO ARICI Yeliz
Published: March 2023

Objective: In this study, it was aimed to evaluate the relationships between Estrogen receptor (ER), Progesterone receptor (PR), c-erbB2 (HER2), Ki67, E-Cadherin expressions, Nottingham histological grade and some clinical parameters in breast carcinomas. Materials and Methods: A total of 74 patients diagnosed with breast carcinoma (CA) in our pathology department between 2018-2019 were included in this study. Immunohistochemical preparations stained with ER, PR, HER2, Ki67 and E-Cadherin were evaluated and analyzed retrospectively. For ER and PR, ≥1% expression was considered as positive staining, and <1% was considered as negative staining. HER2 expression was scored as 0, 1, 2 and 3. Ki67 proliferation index was considered as low (<10%), intermediate (10-20%) and high risk (>20%). The data were analyzed with chi-square test. Results: HER2 score showed a statistically significant change according to ER status (p=0.010). HER2 score also showed a statistically significant change according to PR status (p=0.004). There was a significant correlation between Ki67 and histological stage (p<0.001). Conclusions: Detection of high Ki67 index in breast carcinomas is poor prognostic. Detection of ER and PR expression and no expression of HER2 are good prognostic indicators. Preanalytical and analytical processes should be followed meticulously by pathologists.
Numerical investigation of different combustion chamber on flow, combustion characteristics and exhaust emissions
Authors: TEMİZER İlker , CİHAN Ömer , ÖNCÜOĞLU Öncel
Published: March 2023

This study includes numerical analysis of diesel engine with different bowl geometry. 3D CFD analyzes of the engine with asymmetrical piston geometry were performed in Ansys Forte software. In the study, a single-cylinder, four-stroke and direct injection diesel engine was used. It has been tested where the maximum torque is obtained as the operating condition at 2000 rpm. According to the results obtained from the analyzes, the new combustion chamber system (NCCS) geometry provided a 40.3% reduction in soot emissions while NO emissions increased slightly with the 8-cavity bowl geometry created in the combustion chamber compared to the standard combustion chamber system (SCCS). Increasing air velocity and turbulent kinetic energy (TKE) values in the combustion chamber affected the evaporation levels of the fuels. As a result, the improved mixture formation caused a decrease in incomplete combustion products (CO, HC and soot). The NCCS geometry according to SCCS type, an increase of approximately 4.2% occurred in the calculated squish rates. It has been observed that the increase in the bowl surface area causes the combustion and thus the temperature to spread over a larger area on the piston.
Cylindrical cam mechanism design with visual basic
Authors: GÜVEN Onur , KARAASLAN Bedrettin Hakan , ÇAKAN Ahmet , ÖZER Suat
Published: March 2023

One of the technology products that have taken an important place in our lives from the past to the present is power and motion transfer elements. Power and motion transfer elements are very important for users in terms of facilitating work transfer, easing the workload based on people and ergonomics. One of the basic building blocks of these transmission systems is cam mechanisms. Cam mechanisms consisting mainly of followers and cams; It performs a complementary task by transmitting the follower's movement to the cam assembly by direct contact. While cam mechanisms lighten the work load, it is a frequently preferred system because it takes up little space and contains few parts and allows for a wide range of movements. However, sensitivity to vibration and sudden shock effects and cost problems have led to the development of manufacturing methods of cam mechanisms. In this master's thesis, design and mathematical information about cam mechanisms and cylindrical cam mechanisms are given, and the design of a cylindrical cam mechanism with a vertical multiple output limb was carried out using computer-aided drawing programs Solidworks and Autocad. The use of multiple output limb cam mechanisms is increasing day by day in terms of the width of the work area and the possibility to work with other machines. For this reason, this work is intended to be a guide resource for the reader in industry and science for both cam mechanisms and cylindrical cam mechanisms. Microsoft Excel and Visual Basic programs were used in the calculations and designs, and the design details of the mechanism were revealed with the data and formulas entered into the program.
Computer Laboratory Asset Management System with Analytics
Authors:   Yangjiang Vocational and Technical College, Liang Qiyi , Visitacion Gumabay Ma. ,   St.Paul University Philippines
Published: March 2023

With the development of computer information technology, the information revolution permeates every corner of life. Colleges and universities are the frontiers of information development, and their hardware infrastructure construction is relatively perfect. Due to the large number of people in colleges and universities, the computer room and computer training room equipment are also required. Traditional computer asset management methods are inefficient, especially the management of computer laboratory assets, which is not standardized and difficult to manage and count online. Therefore, we need to develop a set of online computer training rooms asset management system, equipment management, assets input, assets, to solve the online query, asset service, asset leasing, fault statistics, maintenance records, etc., at the same time, through the system specification work of the staff of computer room, computer lab asset management more standardized and efficient.
Application of Fuzzy analytic hierarchy process in vulnerability assessment of debris flow control project
Authors:   Sichuan Provincial Department of Transportation Highway Planning, Liu Ziqiang , Xiang Bo ,   Sichuan Provincial Department of Transportation Highway Planning, He Yunyong ,   School of Civil Engineering, Li Bing ,   Sichuan Provincial Department of Transportation Highway Planning, Zhou Haibo ,   Sichuan Provincial Department of Transportation Highway Planning
Published: March 2023

The paper firstly introduced distribution and adaptability of the debris flow control work in Sichuan.And then it evaluate vulnerability of the Interception Dam according to development and distribution characteristics of debris flow channel, and scope and purpose of engineering measures. On the basis of generation characteristics of debris flow, systematically analyzed the dam location, its condition, characteristics of debris flow, rainfall and earthquake, the overall five first-level factors and the corresponding eight second-level factors, formed a vulnerability assessment system of the Interception Dam project and evaluated the vulnerability by using analytic hierarchy process and fuzzy comprehensive evaluation method to control project, the result showed that the vulnerability of the control project is low, among them, very low vulnerability has 5, low vulnerability has 18, moderate vulnerability has 4. The result shows that the overall operation of the control project is good, with strong protection. Research results provide certain guiding significance for similar engineering vulnerability assessment area.
EFISIENSI PENGELOLAAN DATA PROGRAM BANTUAN PEMERINTAH PADA LEMBANG MARINDING KECAMATAN MENGKENDEK KAB. TANA TORAJA
Authors: Sugiarti Sugiarti , Mubarak Syahrul
Published: March 2023

Desa merupakan kesatuan masyarakat hukum yang memiliki batas-batas wilayah yang berwewenang untuk mengatur dan mengurus kepentingan masyarakat setempat. Dalam pengelolaan bantuan dan anggaran yang dikelola haruslah transparan agar tidak terjadinya penyalahgunaan yang tidak diinginkan. Data-data yang berhubungan dengan penginputan data penerimaan bantuan program pemerintah pada kantor Lembang Marinding merupakan salah satu hal penting yang perlu diperhatikan dalam pengelolaan data. Pencatatan dan pengelolaan data penerimaan bantuan program pemerintah di Lembang Marinding masih menggunakan penginputan data manual seperti menggunakan buku folio. Pembukuan atau penginputan data seperti ini belum efisien karena masih memerlukan waktu yang cukup lama jika ingin mengecek data-data penduduk. Masalah yang sering muncul jika berkas tercecer bahkan  hilang, adanya duplikasi data penerima, data penerima masih tercatat namun sudah meninggal dan banyak permasalahan data yang menyebabkan kecemburuan sosial di masyarakat.Tujuan akhir kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah memberikan fasilitas/media pengelolaan pengelolaan data penerima program bantuan  pemerintah berbasis web sehingga diharapkan dapat menunjang  kegiatan administrasi pengelolaan data penerima program bantuan pemerintah menjadi lebih baik dan dapat meningkatkan kualitas layanan kepada masyarakat.  Hal ini juga merupakan permintaan pihak pemerintah Kecamatan Mengkendek kepada Tim Dosen Pengabdi agar memaksimalkan pemanfaatan teknologi informasi di Lembang Marinding agar dapat menjadi desa percontohan bagi desa yang lain di Kecamatan Mengkendek.
BIMBINGAN TEKNIS APLIKASI XSIA MICROSERVICE SEBAGAI MEDIA PELAPORAN NILAI SISWA SDN 133 PARI’RISI KABUPATEN TAKALAR
Authors: Belluano Poetri Lestari Lokapitasari
Published: March 2023

Sistem Informasi Akademik (xSIA) menggunakan teknologi microservice adalah sistem yang memiliki salah satu fungsi untuk mengelola data penilaian akhir siswa sehingga memberikan kemudahan kepada Guru sebagai pengguna utama dalam aktivitas merekam nilai akhir hasil belajar siswa setiap semester dengan luaran berupa nilai Angka Komulatif. Model Pelatihan yang diterapkan kepada mitra SDN 133 Inpres Paririsi Takalar menggunakan model latihan Preceptorship dan Partisipatif. sedangkan Tahap perancangan aplikasi digunakan model Prototyping untuk merepresentasikan secara grafis alur kerja sistem. Luaran berupa aplikasi xSIA rerata 90% berhasil dioperasikan dengan beberapa menu fungsi untuk mendukung manajemen data kinerja guru mulai dari pengelolaan biodata guru, siswa, hingga pemasukan data nilai hasil belajar siswa per mata pelajaran per kelas, membantu guru untuk melaksanakan kewajiban pelaporan nilai akhir siswa tiap akhir semester.
STEM Productive Learning of Lower Secondary School in Southern Zone, Malaysia
Authors: Nasir Mohd Alfouzii , Talib Rohaya , Latif Adibah Abdul , Hanid Mohd Fadzil Abdul , Harmeni Haiza Atmareni
Published: March 2023

Sciences, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics Productive Learning (STEMPL) is an initiative of the Ministry of Education (MoE) to promote creative teaching and learning among STEM teachers, with the ultimate goal of producing students who can think creatively, systematically, and logically in problem-solving. Therefore, this study aims to identify the level of STEMPL practices among STEM teachers in lower secondary schools in the Southern Zone, Malaysia. The differences in STEMPL practices are also examined according to the subjects taught and the relationship of STEMPL practices based on the teaching experiences of the STEM teachers. A survey design was used in this study, applying a quantitative approach. A total of 556 STEM teachers who teach Science, Design and Technology, Computer Science, and Mathematics at the lower secondary level were selected using stratified random sampling techniques. Data were collected using a questionnaire developed by researchers, proven valid and highly reliable for measuring STEMPL practices among STEM teachers. SPSS 23 was used to analyse the data. The findings showed that the overall level of STEMPL practices among STEM teachers were moderate. The analysis also found significant differences in STEMPL practices based on the subjects taught and no significant relationship between STEMPL practices and teaching experience of the STEM teachers. These findings provide input to stakeholders that the STEMPL practices of STEM teachers need improvement in order to realise the education aspirations in Malaysia. Suggestions to improve existing practices are also provided to guide stakeholders in planning, implementing, and evaluating effective strategies.
Social Media and Academic Performance: A Survey Research of Senior Secondary School Students in Uyo, Nigeria
Authors: Asanga Marcellinus Peter , Essiet Uduak Udoh , Ukhurebor Kingsley Eghonghon , Afolorunso Adenrele , Hussaini Patrick
Published: March 2023

The study examined the effect of social media (SM) on the academic performance (AP) of senior secondary school (SSS) students in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Four objectives served as the study’s guiding principles, and these were followed by research questions and hypotheses. A descriptive survey research design was used for the investigation. Using a simple random sampling technique, 200 students were selected as a sample from four SSSs in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. A four-point Likert scale survey was used to poll the participants. The study questions were analysed using descriptive statistics such as frequency counts and percentages, whereas the null hypotheses were tested using chi-square, t-test, and Pearson product-moment correlation. Findings revealed that a large percentage of students are addicted to SM, with no significant differences in usage between boys and girls. It was also found that there is a link between SM addiction and a student's AP. In order to prevent students from falling behind academically, it is suggested that SM be used for educational purposes, that social networking sites (SNSs) be launched with new pages developed to effect academic activities, and that teachers and parents monitor students’ use of these sites. This is recommended in an effort to balance students’ SM usage and their academic goals. The study will aid students in learning more about the impact of SM and networking sites on their AP. It will also provide students with useful information for research and studies, as well as objective perspectives and a sense of balance. Significantly, the study will assist parents in becoming more aware of the potential influence and effect of SM on their children.
Application of verification and validation procedures depending on the method used
Authors: Buchbinder G. L. , Karimova T. A. , Kachin S. V.
Published: March 2023

An ICP-AES method with Concentration Ratio Calibration (calibration in relative concentrations) makes it possible to improve significantly the metrological characteristics of certified reference materials (metals, alloys, technical and geological materials). The main reasons for this improvement are the advantages of the ICP-AES in combination with the advantages of the Concentration Ratio Calibration. The errors of sample weighting and the uncertainty of final volume, as well as the error attributed to the addition internal standard aliquot are excluded from the total error of analysis. Lithium hydroxide fusion in silver crucibles has been developed for the complete transfer of the ilmenite and zirconium concentrates, as well as Mg- and Cr- based refractories into solution. Compared with fusion with lithium metaborate in platinum crucibles, the proposed method is advantageous for a significantly lower cost of crucibles, higher solubility of the melt, and possibility of boron determination as an impurity in the analyzed materials. When certifying the reference samples, it is necessary to use the main principle of Concentration Ratio Calibration, i.e., the total amount of certified mass fractions and positive errors of the components to be determined should not exceed 100 % even when the ICP-AES method is not used. While conventional calibration methods use one-dimensional space and one-dimensional traceabihty the concentration ratio calibration works in re-dimensional space and provides higher accuracy of results due to n-dimensional traceabihty It is necessary to develop a theory of re-dimensional traceabihty which will provide a more reliable certification of reference samples in practice than the one-dimensional traceabihty that exists today.
Assessing BDNF correlations with non-invasive indicators of neurological decline in different age groups
Authors: Batool Syeda Faiza , Mirza Faizan
Published: March 2023

Background: Health is the prime concern of the modern world, and with the increasing life span, both the physical and mental health of human being decline, eventually affecting the cognitive abilities of a person, which may be due to normal aging processes or neuropathological reasons. A cross-sectional study investigated the relationship between BDNF level, neurological disturbance, and aging.

Methodology: Cognitive assessment is done through verbal fluency test (FAS, DSST, and 6CIT) and BDNF level in blood found through HPLC utilizing the ALIZA kit method.

Results: Descriptive statistics were applied for continuous variables. Hence, one-way ANOVA was performed to show the relationship between cognitive parameters and aging.

Conclusion: Our study reports that verbal fluency disturbs as lifetime increases, although sex, education, obesity, or lifestyle does not affect cognition.
The 6-AF Evaluation of Neuroprotective Activity against Cd- Induced Oxidative Stress and Degenerative Brain Disease including PD in Mice
Authors: Khan Waqar Ahmed , Shah Shahid Ali , Khan Shamsher
Published: March 2023

Background: The neurotoxicity caused by Cadmium (Cd) has been researched internationally. Since it has a wide range of unfavorable effects on people, it is believed to be one of the primary tissue-inducing target agents. Using adult male albino mice, the therapeutic potential of 6-AF to reduce memory impairment, neurodegeneration, and neuroinflammation caused by Cadmium Chloride (CdCl2) was evaluated in the current study for the first time.

Methodology: The male adult mice were distributed into 4 sub-groups; Control, Cd treated (1 mg/kg thrice weeks), Cd (1 mg/kg 3 weeks) + 6-AF (30 mg/kg 3 a week for last 2 weeks) and 6-AF treated (30 mg/kg thrice a week for the last two weeks). After the initial seven-day Cdcl2 dosing cycle, the 6-Aminoflavone was administered interpretively intravenously for the following around 14 days (three per week). After receiving Cdcl2 injections for 30 days, behavior tests were conducted. Western blot analysis was performed after the hippocampus was extracted, and the results were then used to develop the X-rays.

Results: Our results demonstrate that 6-AF significantly enhanced behavior as assessed by the Y-maze and Morris Water Maze (MWM) and that this enhancement was followed by an inhibition of phospho C-Jun N Terminal Kinase (p-JNK) and its downstream signaling, including tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha), Nuclear Factor kappa-light-chain-enhancer of activated B cells (NF-KB), and Poly (ADP-ribose In addition, 6-AF also reduced the expression of NRF-2 proteins in adult mice exposed to oxidative stress caused by cadmium chloride.

Conclusion: 6-AF is an effective neuroprotective drug in disorders causing neurodegeneration.
Investigating the causes of birth defects.
Authors: Sumbul Fatima  , Shar Nisar Ahmed
Published: March 2023

Background: Understanding and investigating the causes of birth defects is a critical approach toward the findings and development of helpful treatments and diagnostic strategies to overcome the issue of birth defects. We aim to investigate birth defects' causes by identifying the most common abnormal genes found in an inheritance pattern. Collecting genetic causes of the most common birth defects found in Pakistan and searching the link between birth defects and other harmful diseases.

Methodology: The birth defects data is systematically gathered and critically analyzed to assess the role of insertions and deletions as the causative agents. Analysis was conducted on genomic data to investigate the genetic causes of congenital abnormalities.  

Results: The most common birth defects, namely neural tube defect (spina bifida), Facial palate (cleft/lip palate), heart defects (atrial septal defect, ventricular septal defect, tetralogy of Fallot), deletion syndrome, and laryngomalacia caused by the main problematic genes namely MTHFR, MEIS2, TBX1, and NKX2-5. The results show that about eighty-six percent (86%) of gene variants overlap completely with the defective genes transcript, including both insertions/gain and deletions/loss.  

Conclusion: Identification of the main genes which are involved in most of the common birth defects highlights the major twelve genes, namely LMNA, MTHFR, POMC, TTN, SLC25A13, FGFR3, GCH1, TBX1, MEIS2, NKX2-5, GATA4, and GATA6.
Empowering Future Nurses: Overcoming Challenges and Embracing the Benefits of Research in Nursing Education.
Authors: Riaz Stephen
Published: March 2023

Nursing education involves extensive training to develop critical thinking and decision-making skills that are essential for effective patient care. Research is a crucial component of nursing education as it provides opportunities for students to gain new knowledge and apply evidence-based practices. However, undergraduate nursing students often view research as a challenging and intimidating task. Negative perceptions and lack of resources and support can hinder students' ability to conduct research successfully. This article emphasizes the importance of research in nursing education and highlights the challenges that undergraduate nursing students face when conducting research. It also explores ways in which nursing schools can provide necessary resources and support to overcome these challenges and help students develop research skills. By doing so, nursing students can become more confident and effective practitioners based on evidence-based practice, contributing to better patient outcomes.