bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Place Attachment and its Impacts Towards Pro-Environmental Behavior Intention among Urban Park Visitors
Authors: Mohd Nasir Nurul Akmaniza , Abdul Manaf Mohamad Afiq , Mohd Hashim Nor Hanisah , Hashim Nor Idzhainee
Published: July 2024

Numbers of studies showed that there was a consistent connection between a sense of place and pro-environmental behavior intention. It is crucial to understand what makes people feel attached to the place and the factors that contribute to its behavior intention. Limited research has been done to investigate the interaction between place attachment and pro-environmental behavior especially in green space settings. This study investigated the relationship between place attachment and pro-environmental behavior intention at Temerloh Lake Garden, Pahang, Malaysia. The intensity of place attachment and pro-environmental behavior intention were measured using the structured questionnaire followed by an analysis of the relationship between these two constructs using correlation analysis and descriptive statistics analysis. A total of 376 respondents were involved in this study and found out that there is a positive correlation between valuing a place and their willingness to volunteer in environmental activities. However, visitation pattern to the park indirectly influenced the intensity of place attachment thus affecting their pro-environmental behavior intention. This study provides valuable insights in examining the pro-environmental behavior intention among park visitors that park managers should focus to improve the effectiveness of the green space setting in delivering numerous benefits for human quality of life.
Practices and Beliefs and The Level of Understanding about Superstitions Related to Shamans Among Malay Women
Authors: Abdullah Rahmat
Published: July 2024

Various tips and customs have long existed and are practiced in the life of the Malay community in Malaysia. Because of that, the identity of the Malays in the past held fast to traditional medicine from shamans, charmers, and village midwives. They are individuals who will be consulted by the village community if there are any problems related to interference from the supernatural. Islam explains that all forms of unseen things are under the authority of Allah S.W.T. This paper aims to identify practices and superstitious beliefs related to shamans as well as assess the level of understanding of pregnant and given birth Malay women about practices and superstitious beliefs related to shamans. The main method used in this study is questionnaire (quantitative with yes and no question). Non-participant observation was also conducted as triangulation. The respondents consisted of 45 Malay women who had been pregnant and given birth and lived in a village in Central Melaka. Data analysis using the percentage method through Microsoft Excel software by submitting a questionnaire on practices and superstitions related to shamans whether they have ever performed or never performed to Malay women who have been pregnant and given birth. Findings show that there are 7 practices and superstitions of Malay women pregnant and giving birth related to shamans. The practice and belief of drinking washing water that has been conjured by a shaman with the aim of facilitating the delivery process shows the highest percentage of 100 percent while the practice and belief of pregnant women about baby shower shows the lowest percentage of 6.7 percent. In addition, pregnant and given birth mothers' understanding of superstitious practices against shamans is at a moderate level. The highest mean value of 4.75 refers to the respondent understanding that superstitious acts against shamans are included in major sins and shirk to God while the lowest mean value of 1.43 refers to the statement I understand all superstitious practices related to shamans and have never done it. In conclusion, the practices and superstitious beliefs related to shamans should be avoided because they lead to the corruption of faith, great sin, associating with God and being thrown into hell in the afterlife if they do not repent while in this world.
Teaching Etiquette Using Kid in Islamic Education
Authors: Muhammad Yusof Siti Aisiah , Makhsin Mardzelah
Published: July 2024

KiD (Keychain iDoa) is an innovative teaching aid designed to facilitate Quranic and Fardhu Ain (KAFA) students in memorizing daily prayers according to the etiquette and understanding of Islamic way of life (PCHI) syllabus. One of the advantages of using KiD is that students will find it easier to memorize daily prayers. Among the prayers included in KiD are prayers before and after meals, prayers before and after sleep, prayers for parents, prayers before studying, prayers upon entering and leaving the mosque, prayers before boarding a vehicle, and prayers before leaving the house. This study focuses on one method to help KAFA school students memorize daily prayers and their correct recitations in an engaging format. The use of cute and attractive cartoon keychains, equipped with barcodes, and the use of a prayer application have been implemented to create KiD. Parents need to scan the barcode using a mobile phone to enable the recitation of prayers to be heard. Subsequently, students can follow along with the prayers until they become proficient. A qualitative study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of the product. Testing involved fifth-grade students from the Integrated Masjid Gunung Sali KAFA school who used KiD and compared to fourth-grade students from the same school who underwent regular learning. The results showed that fifth-grade students were able to master these 10 prayers in less than a week. In conclusion, this KiD innovation can provide an initiative for KAFA students to master the etiquette and PCHI subjects.
Chessirah Game Innovation in Helping Students Remember Islamic History Facts
Authors: Meor Nadzri Meor Ammar , Makhsin Mardzelah
Published: July 2024

The ChesSirah innovation that was developed aims to help students easily remember the facts about Islamic history in Islamic Education subjects. Middle school students find it difficult to understand or remember the contents of the subject Sirah because they were too many information that need to be memorized at one time. Therefore, this game was created to help students understand and remember the subject of Sirah well, in addition to introducing the game of chess to students who are new to this game. The game of chess is increasingly growing among young people and it can help shape creative and critical thinking skills among students. This study was carried out qualitatively, namely by interviewing 5 middle school students to examine the success of this game. The results of the interview were analyzed thematically. The results of the study found that students gave a positive and good perception of the ChesSirah game development innovation. This game can help instill a competitive attitude and seriousness in studying and achieving success among students. The combination of chess games (co-curriculum) and Sirah subjects (curriculum) can simultaneously benefit students well.
Industrial Battery State-of-Health Estimation with Incomplete Limited Data Towards Second-Life Applications
Authors: Yang Shaojie , Ling Long , Li Xiang , Han Jintong , Tong Shijie
Published: July 2024

Battery State of Health (SOH) estimation is vital across applications ranging from portable electronics to electric vehicles, particularly in second-life applications where accurate prediction becomes complex due to varying degradation levels. This paper introduces a novel SOH estimation model to address the lack of labeled data, employing Domain Adversarial Neural Networks (DANN) combined with 1-dimensional Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN). The proposed method allows for effective transfer of knowledge between diverse battery conditions, enhancing adaptability and efficiency by utilizing both source and target datasets. Experimental results demonstrate that the proposed model achieves a Mean Absolute Error (MAE) of 1.68% and a Root Mean Squared Error (RMSE) of 2.50%, with minimal data. Specifically, the model requires only one cell of unlabeled data from the second-life target domain, utilizing only the dQ/dV curve for estimation. Proposed model sets a new standard in second-life battery health monitoring and management by effectively leveraging a minimal amount of data for training, this approach offers a robust solution for accurate SOH estimation, particularly in scenarios with limited access to labeled data.
 
Conflict of Interest Statement
The authors declare no conflicts of interest.
ANALISIS KEBUTUHAN DAN KETERSEDIAAN AIR BERSIH DI DESA TULO’A KECAMATAN BULANGO UTARA KABUPATEN BONE BOLANGO
Authors: Yusuf Iswandi , Madjowa Nona Fitriana
Published: July 2024

The aim of this research is to analyze the demand and availability of water in Tulo'a village, North Bulango sub-district, Bone Bolango Regency. This study uses secondary data in the form of daily rainfall for 5 years from 1 rain station. The method used for water availability uses the empirical equation from Ffolliot and for the projected water needs of the population, namely the Geometric, Arithmetic, Exponential Method. Based on the results of the analysis of the amount of water availability in 2030, it is 6,008,933.70 m3/year and the demand for clean water is 1,576,289.00m3/year so that it can be said that it is still in the water surplus category.
EVALUATION OF THE WASTE MANAGEMENT IN GORONTALO CITY
Authors: Fuad Mohamad Januar
Published: July 2024

Environmental problem commonly found in the urban area is the poor waste management. This research aimed to investigate the conditions of the waste management on Gorontalo City and the solution of its problems, so that it could be made as inputs for the Government in selecting the services for the waste management was more efficient and effective. The research method used approach which was normative descriptive and comparative descriptive. The descriptive approach was a research with the pattern of illustrating what existing in the field and tried to illustrate the data. The descriptive normative approach was condusted to evaluate the method of the waste management in Gorontalo City through the evaluation of the standard (normative) and existing theory. In order to achieve this target, the primary data which were obtained from the survey and interviews conducted in the fields were needed. The research results indicated that the amount produced in Gorontalo City was to 539.92 tons/day. Therefore, the need for the facilities and infrastructures for the waste/structured were 4 ritase of Dump Trucks, 4 ritase Arm Roll Trucks, 487 units of trash bins, 23 units of TPS containers, 3 units of TPST, 54 units of garbage collective carts, 4 units of  Dump Trucks, 6 units of Arm Roll Trucks, and ​​29.71 Ha of TPS area. As for the aspect of waste management activities/unstructured, the public, the public participation in dealing with the generated wastes and the potentially recycled wastes, and the regulations were still categorized as having the bad value. The distance between the waste sourcces and the TPS was still evaluated as not good. The calculation revealed the evaluation result of the waste management in Gorontalo City had not met the expected standard (not good) consequently, the result of the waste management had not been maximum.
UZAKTAN ÇALIŞMA SİSTEMİNİN ÇALIŞAN MOTİVASYONU ÜZERİNE ETKİLERİ
Authors: Kuloğlu Ezgi , Temel Eğinli Ayşen
Published: July 2024

Uzaktan çalışma kavramı, bilgi ve iletişim teknolojilerinin gelişmesiyle son dönemlerde en çok tercih edilen çalışma modeli olarak literatürde yer almaktadır. Uzaktan çalışma sistemi ile ilgili çalışan ve işveren açısından gereklilikleri ve kazanımlarına yönelik olumlu ve olumsuz bakış açıları bulunmaktadır. Bununla birlikte çalışan açısından uzaktan çalışmanın fiziksel bir yere bağlılığı ortadan kaldırması olumlu olarak değerlendirilirken, işveren açısından çalışan üzerindeki denetimin yitirilmesi vb. konular olumsuz olarak görülebilmektedir. Uzaktan çalışmanın çalışanların hem içsel hem de dışsal motivasyonları üzerinde etkileri bulunduğu çok sayıda araştırma ile desteklenmektedir. Bu çalışmada uzaktan çalışma sisteminin çalışanların motivasyonları üzerinde nasıl etkili olduğu ortaya konulmak istenmiştir. Bu amaçla nitel araştırma yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Bu doğrultuda amaçlı örneklem ile belirlenen uzaktan çalışma sistemi ile çalışmakta olan 20 kişi ile yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme gerçekleştirilmiştir. Sonuçta ise uzaktan çalışmanın çalışanlar açısından kendine kişisel vakit ayırabilme, ulaşım sorunu yaşamama, esnek çalışma saatlerini kullanma vb. nedenlerle motivasyon gelişimine olumlu katkılarda bulunduğu, bunun yanı sıra sosyalleşme ihtiyacının ise tam olarak karşılanmaması vb. nedenler ile motivasyonun olumsuz etkilenmesinin söz konusu olduğu belirlenmiştir.
Political Communication of The General Election Commission and The Election Supervisory Board in Responding to Allegations of Voter Data Leakage
Authors: Yusuf Samad M. , Setiono Sigit , Ayu Permatasari Diah , Pribadi Kukuh , Dahlian Persadha Pratama
Published: July 2024

The alleged case of voter data leakage in the General Election Commission's (KPU) Sidalih application occurred ahead of the 2024 elections, the voter data was allegedly traded on BreachForums by an anonymous account. Responding to the alleged case, the political communication of the KPU and the Election Supervisory Board (Bawaslu) through the Twitter (X) social media account is very minimal, even the KPU did not convey its attitude at all on its Twitter social media account. This study aims to determine how the KPU RI and Bawaslu RI utilize Twitter (X) social media as a strategic communication tool and how to utilize Twitter (X) social media in responding to the alleged leakage of KPU's data. The research method used is a qualitative research method with a case study. The results showed that the lack of information about the alleged leakage of KPU data conveyed by KPU RI and Bawaslu RI through their Twitter social media channels, this was also exacerbated by the absence of dialogic communication on uploads related to the alleged leakage. The suggestion of this research is that KPU RI and Bawaslu RI need to optimize their political communication through Twitter social media management by consistently providing the latest information related to the alleged leakage of KPU data as well as building dialogical communication with the public or netizens. In addition, it is also necessary to improve the security infrastructure of the Sidalih application.
Implementasi Konsep Smart Goverment Dalam Pelayanan Media Center Di Kota Surabaya
Authors: SARI NOVITA
Published: July 2024

Perkembangan teknologi dan komunikasi pada masa sekarang telah mengubah sebagian pola aktivitas masyarakat dalam memenuhi kebutuhannya. Kemudahan dalam mendapatkan informasi dan melakukan komunikasi khususnya pada bidang pelayanan publik sebagai salah satu contoh dari perkembangan teknologi dan komunikasi. Hadirnya layanan publik yang berbasis pada penggunaan teknologi sejalan dengan konsep Smart Governance. Kebijakan yang mengarah pada layanan publik yang berbasis pada teknologi yakni e-government yang biasanya mengacu pada penggunaan teknologi informasi meliputi teknologi informasi dan komunikasi dan teknologi komunikasi berbasis web lain untuk meningkatkan dan mengembangkan efisiensi dan efektivitas pelayanan di sektor publik.
Layanan publik berbasis teknologi informasi dan komunikasi (TIK) ini telah dilakukan oleh Pemerintah Kota Surabaya dengan menyediakan Media Center sebagai layanan informasi, pengaduan, keluhan, dan saran. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan mendiskripsikan implementasi konsep smart government dalam pelayanan Media Center di Kota Surabaya. Media Center diselenggarakan untuk menampung berbagai masukan dari masyarakat dalam bentuk keluhan, informasi, maupun saran untuk membantu proses pembangunan kota yang dapat dilakukan melalui beragam media. Era teknologi informasi dan komunikasi yang semakin canggih memberikan kontribusi dalam pengelolaan perkotaan. Pemanfaatan teknologi informasi dan komunikasi dalam pengelolaan perkotaan berbasis TIK diharapkan dapat mempermudah, meningkatkan efisiensi, dan meningkatkan efektivitas kegiatan pengelolaan perkotaan.
Metode penelitian yang digunakan dalam Penelitian ini bersifat kualitatif. Jenis dan Sumber Data, yakni Data Sekunder. Penelitian ini berfokus pada hasil pengelolaan Rekapitulasi keluhan Masyarakat Media Center penelitian yang berupa Studi Kepustakaan (Library Research).  Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa implementasi Konsep Smart Government pada pelayanan Media Center  sudah cukup baik walaupun masih terdapat kekurangan di bidang pelayanannya.
PENERAPAN KEBIJAKAN KAWASAN BEBAS ROKOK DI KOTA SURABAYA
Authors: DION SELFIANUS EFRIT , WORO ASTUTI SRI JUNI
Published: July 2024

Penetapan kebijakan Kawasan Tanpa Rokok wajib di selenggarakan di Fasilitas Pelayanan Kesehatan, Tempat proses Belajar Mengajar, Tempat Anak Bermain, Tempat Kerja, Tempat Ibadah, Angkutan Umum,maupun tempat lainnya yang ditetapkan. Oleh karena itu Kebijakan Menerapkan kawasan Tanpa Rokok (KTR) sudah diidentifikasi Sebagai Strategi Intervensi utama dalam Pengendalian Penyakit dan Penyehatan Lingkungan. Tujuan Penelitian Ini Adalah untuk mengkaji Lebih dalam mengenai Kawasan TanpaRokok (KTR) Di Kota Surabaya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui Bagaimana Implementasi Kebijakan Kawasan Tanpa Rokok khususnya di Kota Surabaya. Jenis Penelitian Ini Merupakan Penelitian Kualitatif dan bersifat literer dengan Sumber informan dan Pengambilan Objek Penelitian di Peroleh dari buku- buku yang memperkuat teori tentang Implementasi Kebijakan Kawasan Tanpa Rokok. Peneliti menggunakan Kepustakaan (library Research), yaitu metode untuk memperoleh data dari buku-buku, jurnal, artikel dan Internet yang relevan dengan penelitian tersebut. Hasil Penelitian Menunjukan Implementasi Kawasan Tanpa Rokok Di Kota Surabaya belum sepenuhnya terlaksana dengan baik. Sosialisasi telah di lakukan di beberapa kawasan tanpa rokok namun, belum ada Tim Khusus untuk mendukung dan mengontrol implementasi Kebijakan tersebut. Pihak Pelaksana Kebijakan Kawasan Tanpa Rokok sudah menyediakan anggaran dan peralatan serta tempat Khusus untuk merokok dan pemasangan tanda larangan merokok. Kesiapan pelaksana belum sepenuhnya menunjukan sikap yang mendukung kebijakan kawasan tanpa rokok, masih ada karyawan atau security di lingkungan instansi yang acuh tak acuh terhadap pengunjung yang merokok, namun ada sebagian yang patuh. Pihak Pelaksana belum menyediakan pedoman yang jelas terkait kawasan Tanpa Rokok
DAMPAK PERDAGANGAN INTERNASIONAL DALAM PREKONOMIAN INDONESIA
Authors: WULANDARI SUTIOWATI
Published: July 2024

Perdagangan internasional adalah perdagangan bebas yang kegiatannya berupa kegiatan ekpor import dimana perdagangan tersebut terjadi di beberapa negara dengan menjual barang dagangan mereka ke negara lain degan tujuan memperoleh keuntungan yang lebih besar dari negara mereka sendiri namun hal tersebut tidak luput dari tujuan dan sasaran dari perdagangan internasional yaitu untuk menjaga kestabilan harga serta kesimbangan perdagangan internasional, mendistribusi pendapatan, dan menjaga stabilitas nilai tukar, sedangkan ekonomi secara umum merupakan ilmu yang didalamnya membahas tentang bagaimana prekonomian di dunia ini digunakan untuk kesejahteraan masyarakat, ilmu dalam ekonomi juga dapat digunakan untuk memenuhi kebutuhan manusia dengan sumber daya yang terbatas. Dengan demikian maka keuntungan yang akan diperoleh dari perdagangan internasional yang bersifat bebas ini diharapkan dapat meningkatkan prekonomian dalam negara dengan menjual barang barang yang tidak ada di negara lain. Selain dapat meningkatkan prekonomian di negara masing masing perdagangan nasional juga memiliki kendala kendala yang dapat menghambat adanya kegiatan ini yang akan berdampak pada prekonomian negara. Karena hal itu maka tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk melakukan estimasi yang akan didapat dari kegiatan perdagangan internasional ini mulai dari dampak yang dihasilkan bila perdagangan ini berhasil hingga dampak yang akan diperoleh bial terjadi hambatan hambatan yang terjadi dalam perdagangan internasional ini, karena kedua dampak tersebut dapat berakibat pada pertumbuhan ekonomi di Indonesia maupun negara lainnya
PENGARUH GAYA KINERJA BIROKRASI PADA PENGAMBILAN KEPUTUSAN TERHADAP KUALITAS PELAYANAN PUBLIK DAN KEPUASAN MASYARAKAT DI KELURAHAN WONOKUSUMO KECAMATAN SEMAMPIR KOTA SURABAYA
Authors: ANGGRAINI ANISAFA , ROHDIANA IKA KRISMAWANTI , NANDIN SIPRIANUS
Published: July 2024

Perkembangan suatu organisasi sangat ditentukan oleh gaya kinerja birokrasi dalam menjalankan setiap tugasnya dan beban kerjanya. Berasal banyak sekali pengalaman serta teori organisasi dipahami ada banyak faktor yang mempengaruhi perkembangan sebuah organisasi antara lain ialah gaya kinerja birokrasi. Selain itu, teori pengambilan keputusan mempunyai unsur-unsur utama yang berupa pembuatan keputusan dihadapkan pada suatu persoalan tertentu yang bisa diperbandingkan dengan keputusan satu sama keputusan yang lainnya. Sedangkan kualitas pelayanan sebagai penyesuaian terhadap perincian-perincian dimana kualitas ini dilihat menjadi derajat keunggulan yang ingin dicapai. Buat mengukur kepuasan masyarakat dipergunakan atribut yang berisi perihal bagaimana masyarakat menilai suatu produk atau layanan yang ditinjau berasal sudut pandang pelanggan.
Penelitian ini menggunakan metode pendekatan kuantitatif (metode survei dan berdasarkan Indeks Kepuasan Masyarakat) serta pendekatan kualitatif (metode penjelasan atas akibat pendekatan kuantitatif). Yang mengacu berdasarkan Peraturan Menteri pendayagunaan Aparatur Negara serta Reformasi Birokrasi angka 14 Tahun 2017 dengan menggunakan 9 unsur.
Deferasirox adherence in patients with thalassemia: Exploring the association with patient knowledge and ferritin levels
Authors: Shaker Reem Ali , Abduljabbar Rizij Fadhil , Jasim Talib Abduljaleel
Published: July 2024

In this study, data from 171 patients with thalassemia were analyzed. There was high variability in ferritin levels among patients, with a median of 2290 ng/mL. The median Morisky adherence score was 4, and 75% of the patients had low adherence levels to deferasirox. There were no significant correlations between the adherence score and patients’ sociodemographic data. However, a significant positive correlation was noted between the adherence score and the knowledge score of the patients. Ferritin levels were significantly and negatively correlated with the adherence score, as demonstrated by the highest ferritin level observed among patients with low levels of adherence. In conclusion, a low level of adherence to deferasirox was noted among patients with thalassemia. Adherence levels were directly associated with patients’ knowledge of the disease and its therapy, while ferritin levels were inversely linked to adherence levels. Thus, tailored and effective strategies are needed to optimize chelation therapy and patient outcomes.
Spatiotemporal patterns of a delayed diffusive prey-predator model with prey-taxis
Authors: Zhang Fengrong , Chen Ruining
Published: July 2024

This paper explored a delayed diffusive prey-predator model with prey-taxis involving the volume-filling mechanism subject to homogeneous Neumann boundary condition. To figure out the impact on the dynamic of the prey-predator model due to prey-taxis and time delay, we treated the prey-tactic coefficient $ \chi $ and time delay $ \tau $ as the bifurcating parameters and did stability and bifurcation analysis. It showed that the time delay will induce Hopf bifurcations in the absence of prey-taxis, and the bifurcation periodic solution at the first critical value of $ \tau $ was spatially homogeneous. Hopf bifurcations occurred in the model when the prey-taxis and time delay coexisted, and at the first critical value of $ \tau $, spatially homogeneous or nonhomogeneous periodic solutions might emerge. It was also discovered that the bifurcation curves will intersect, which implied that Hopf-Hopf bifurcations can occur. Finally, we did numerical simulations to validate our outcomes.
Analytical discovery of dark soliton lattices in (2+1)-dimensional generalized fractional Kundu-Mukherjee-Naskar equation
Authors: Alghamdi Abdulah A.
Published: July 2024

This research explored optical soliton solutions for the (2+1)-dimensional generalized fractional Kundu-Mukherjee-Naskar equation (gFKMNE), which is a nonlinear model for explaining pulse transmission in communication structures and optical fibers. Two enhanced variants of $ (\frac{G'}{G}) $-expansion method were employed, namely, extended $ (\frac{G'}{G}) $-expansion method and the generalized $ (r+\frac{G'}{G}) $-expansion method, based on the wave transformation of the model into integer-order nonlinear ordinary differential equations (NODEs). By assuming a series-form solution for the resultant NODEs, these strategic methods further translated them into a system of nonlinear algebraic equations. Solving these equations provided optical soliton solutions for gFKMNE using the Maple-13 tool. Through 3D and contour visuals, it was revealed that the constructed soliton solutions are periodically arranged in the optical medium, forming dark soliton lattices. These dark soliton lattices are significant in several domains, such as optical signal processing, optical communications, and nonlinear optics.
Biomedical importance of Casson nanofluid flow with silver and Fe2O3 nanoparticles delivered into a stenotic artery: Numerical study
Authors: Ramasekhar Gunisetty , Jakeer Shaik , Reddy Seethi Reddy Reddisekhar , Alkarni Shalan , Shah Nehad Ali
Published: July 2024

The blood flow over a stenotic artery is important investigation in mathematical fluid mechanics due to its significance in biomedical sciences. The present investigation aims to examine how nanoparticles affect circulation in a stenotic artery. We examine the significance of magnetized Casson nanofluid flow over a stenotic artery under consideration of the mathematical flow problem. By using the suitable self-similarity variables, the partial differential equation is transformed into ordinary differential equations. Then, the non-dimensional equations are solved using the MATLAB software in the Bvp5c scheme. By increasing the magnetic properties of the circulatory system's cells, which is a scheme that was previously utilized by raising the magnetic field parameter, there was a predictable decrease in the blood flow. Covering the stenosed artery with a greater amount of copper nanoparticles improves its heat transmission efficiency. The present technique may help distribute medications throughout the circulatory system.
My Golgotha a Chickenyard: the Cultural Heritage of Dambudzo Marechera
Authors: Briault Manus Vicki
Published: July 2024

Marechera turns language upside down, yet displays extraordinary stylistic virtuosity and Western erudition. He subverts narrative strategies in a tangle of meaningful snatches with no unifying story-line. He was accused of betraying his African roots. The paper argues that he drew on both his Western cultural heritage and African tradition in the experimental production of a discourse that underscores through their negation the universal human values he aspired to.
Autobiography as Legacy: Leila Seth’s On Balance
Authors: Ganapathy-Doré Geetha
Published: July 2024

Leila Seth’s autobiography spans colonial and postcolonial history as well as gender relations in a society in transition from tradition to modernity. It hands down the legacy of British India, its language, its various institutions, its houses and gardens to her readers in postcolonial India through the prism of her experience.
‘The White Link in the Tongan Heritage’: the Unusual Case of Patricia Ledyard
Authors: Gillet Nelly
Published: July 2024

In Tonga, riches can be calculated with reference either to handicrafts (koloa), made by women and passed on from generation to generation, or to the oral memory of one’s family lineage. Through her Tongan best friend and her daughters, Patricia Ledyard, a papalangi (Tongan for ‘Westerner’) gained access and even made her own contribution to this Tongan heritage. Through her writing, she has become the white link in the Tongan heritage.
The Migrant Experience in East African Asian Writing
Authors: Simatei Peter
Published: July 2024

East African writers of South Asian origin handled issues of identity and history within the context of the homogenising nationalist politics of the nation-state. While this engagement led to the privileging of diaspora politics over the assimilationist ideologies engendered by the nation-state, these writers remain sceptical about the emancipatory potential of such politics for the marginalized East African Asian migrants in the West.
Satanic v. Angelic: The World Welterweight Fight: Rushdie Takes on Hegemony!
Authors: Fong Dorritta
Published: July 2024

While the West has generally viewed reaction to The Satanic Verses as typifying the backwardness of Islam and championed Rushdie as an icon of free speech, such a binary interpretation is misleading. The novel is satanic not because it is a product of a depraved secular writer who criticises Islam but in its critiques of both fundamentalist Islam and the West’s demonising of the East. Rushdie’s work redefines race, nation, and the abjected devil.
The Interaction of ‘Race’ and Gender as Cultural Constructs in Tsitsi Dangarembga’s Nervous Conditions
Authors: Briault Manus Vicki
Published: July 2024

Nervous Conditions illustrates the way in which colonial cultural constructs, especially ‘race’, inhibit the construction of sexual identity. The relationship between coloniser and colonised somehow parallels that between males and females. The colonial experience exacerbates gender attitudes within the colonised community and prevents the women in the novel from constructing their sexual and social identity harmoniously.
Re-Expansion Pulmonary Edema: a Severe Complication of Thoracic Surgery
Authors: Zyani Adil , Motiaa Youssef , Sbai Hicham , Labib Smael
Published: July 2024

Re-expansion pulmonary edema is a relatively rare condition that develops during rapid expansion of a collapsed lung due to pleural effusion, pneumothorax or atelectasis. The exact pathophysiology of this complication is still unknown but involves histological abnormalities of the pulmonary microvessels as well as mechanical stress during re-expansion. The evolution under artificial ventilation with positive expiratory pressure has improved the prognosis but it remains potentially fatal with a mortality that can reach 21%. We herein describe the case of a 61-year-old man, a smoker, who presented a suspicious apical mass of the right upper lobe with tumoral invasion of the superior vena cava associated with a right hydropneumothorax who was scheduled for a thoracoscopic biopsy. The patient benefited from a surgical drainage of the hydropneumothorax and was complicated by a postoperative respiratory distress, which revealed a re-expansion pulmonary edema. Patient management using noninvasive ventilation and diuretics was unsuccessful. The patient’s condition worsened afterwards complicated thereafter with a state of shock and death by multiorgan failure .

Keywords: Re-expansion pulmonary edema, thoracic surgery
PREVENTION OF HYSTERECTOMY BY AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF ASRUGDARA WITH CYSTIC GLANDULAR HYPERPLASIA: A CASE REPORT
Authors: Jain Mahima , Bharathi K. , Choudhary Poonam
Published: July 2024

Asrugdara is a condition where there is an occurrence of heavy menstrual bleeding. Excess intake of food, which are excessive Lavana(salty), Amla(sour), Guru(heavy), Katu(hot), Vidahi (producing a burning sensation) and Snigdha (unctuous) etc. leads to this condition. This condition can be correlated with abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB). Abnormal uterine bleeding is defined as any uterine bleeding outside the normal volume, dura-tion, regularity or frequency is considered as abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB). This is a case report of a 41-year-old female patient having complaint of heavy menstrual bleeding with passing of clots for 11 days and ir-regular and early menses for three months. Her ultrasonography report was suggestive of thickened endometrial thickness with chronic cervicitis and a left ovarian simple cyst. She underwent conventional treatment of heavy bleeding, including Dilatation and Curettage (D&C), but was unsuccessful. The histopathology report suggested glandular cystic hyperplasia without atypia. In the allopathic system of medicine, hysterectomy is advised. The patient is diagnosed with Kapha Vataja Asrugadara as per the symptoms. The objective of the present treatment included Ayurvedic management of Asrugadara, ensuring a decrease in the menstrual blood flow and regulariza-tion of the cycle, thereby improving the patient's general condition. The treatment plan included Shamana Chikitsa along with Basti Chikitsa. The treatment outcome was completely relieved of the symptoms with a reg-ular ultrasonography report.
Comprehensive Sentiment and Fake Comment Analysis
Authors: Suresh Arjun , A S Bramadathan , A Hashim Hisham , K Joseph Sruthy
Published: July 2024

This project introduces an innovative system for analyzing sentiment and detecting fake comments within e-commerce product reviews, aimed at enhancing the credibility and reliability of online feedback essential for consumer purchasing decisions. Our system integrates VADER, a robust rule-based model for general sentiment analysis, with RoBERTa, an advanced transformer-based deep learning model known for its superior accuracy. This dual approach harnesses the complementary strengths of traditional and modern techniques, resulting in a comprehensive and effective solution for sentiment analysis. A critical component of our system is the fake comment detection module, which utilizes sentiment scores and additional indicators to identify fraudulent reviews accurately. This module is essential for ensuring the authenticity of customer feedback and maintaining the integrity of online review platforms. Our analysis uncovers significant trends in sentiment across various product categories, providing valuable insights that can inform targeted marketing strategies and product enhancements. By examining the relationships between sentiment polarity, review ratings, and the likelihood of fake comments, we offer actionable intelligence for e-commerce platforms to improve product quality, enhance customer satisfaction, and safeguard their review systems. This project underscores the importance of advanced tools in upholding the trustworthiness of online reviews. By enabling businesses to understand genuine customer sentiment better and fostering transparency in the digital marketplace, our system enhances the overall consumer experience. Future efforts will focus on refining detection algorithms, exploring additional features for sentiment analysis, and validating the system across diverse datasets and languages to further elevate standards in online review systems.
The Impact Of Toxic Workplace Environments On Employee Productivity: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Sari Redha Dian , Dudija Nidya
Published: July 2024

This systematic literature review aims to evaluate the impact of toxic workplace environments on employee productivity. The methodology involved a comprehensive search and selection of peer-reviewed articles published between 2017 and 2023. The review identifies various forms of toxic behavior, such as harassment, bullying, ostracism, and incivility, and examines how these behaviors affect productivity. The results also indicate that toxic workplace environments significantly increase job stress, leading to decreased employee life satisfaction and productivity. The review highlights the critical role of organizational support in mitigating the negative effects of toxic behaviors. Effective policies and supportive leadership are essential for promoting employee engagement and well-being. The study concludes that addressing toxic workplace environments through strategic interventions and leadership development is crucial for enhancing productivity and overall employee well-being. By recognizing and addressing these issues, organizations can create healthier and more productive workplaces, benefiting both employees and the organization.
Analysis of Supply Chain Management on Audio System Product at CV. Cipta Mekar
Authors: Lham M. , Ludiya Eka
Published: July 2024

This study aims to analyze the supply chain management performance of audio system products at CV. Create Bloom. Another objective is to find out the material flow, information flow, and product flow run by CV. Cipta Mekar. The research method used is descriptive qualitative, using purposive sampling technique. Data collection techniques in this study were observation, interviews and documentation. In addition, performance assessment is carried out using the Scor Model. The results showed that the material flow did not run properly. The flow of information with a circular communication pattern and the simultaneous dissemination of information did not go well. In the product flow there is a shortage of stock and there is no quality control process. The results of the Scor Model show that the daily inventory performance is not good. In this case, there are still many things that need to be improved in the supply chain management of audio system products on CV. Cipta Mekar.
Reparo laparoscópico de hérnia diafragmática traumática crônica: relato de caso e revisão da literatura
Authors: Achcar Victor Mateus , Pandolfo Maiara , Santos Luádria Alves dos , Oliveira Júlia Silva Almeida de , Sousa Daniela de Melo
Published: July 2024

Introdução: A hérnia diafragmática traumática (HDT) é uma condição rara, resultante de lesões toracoabdominais fechadas ou penetrantes, onde há comprometimento dos músculos intercostais. A incidência varia de 0,8% a 42%, dependendo do local acometido (Yaman e Derici, 2015). A ruptura diafragmática foi descrita pela primeira vez em 1541 por Sennertus após uma autópsia e, posteriormente, por Ambroise Paré em 1579, que definiu suas fases. A primeira sutura bem-sucedida de uma HDT foi realizada por Riolfi em 1886. Com o tempo, avanços nas técnicas de diagnóstico e tratamento têm proporcionado dados mais precisos sobre a sensibilidade e especificidade dos métodos de avaliação. Materiais, sujeitos e métodos: Foram consultados artigos científicos e de revisão publicados e referenciados na SciELO entre fevereiro de 2001 e 2015. Resultados e discussão: Apesar dos avanços tecnológicos na detecção da ruptura diafragmática, a ausência de diagnóstico na fase aguda é o principal fator para o desenvolvimento de HDT crônica. A abordagem laparoscópica é fundamental no reparo dessas lesões, apresentando alta sensibilidade e especificidade, além de melhores resultados pós-operatórios quando comparada a outras opções terapêuticas. Considerações finais: A abordagem laparoscópica para a HDT crônica tem mostrado bons resultados, mas depende da disponibilidade tecnológica e da habilidade do cirurgião.
Condrossarcoma de epiglote: relato de caso e revisão da literatura
Authors: Pereira Gabriela Tavares
Published: July 2024

Introdução: Condrossarcoma é uma neoplasia maligna de origem cartilaginosa, caracterizada pela produção de matriz cartilaginosa pelo tumor. A maioria dos condrossarcomas ocorre nos ossos e na pelve, sua ocorrência na laringe é rara, representando menos de 1% dos tumores malignos dessa região. Dentre as localizações da laringe que essa neoplasia pode ocorrer, a epiglote é uma das menos comuns, com poucos casos relatados na literatura. Objetivo: Destacar aspectos clínicos, diagnósticos e terapêuticos, bem como apresentar um estudo de caso de um paciente com essa rara neoplasia. Materiais/sujeitos e métodos: Foram pesquisados artigos nas bases de dados Scielo, PubMed, BVS, Cochrane. Resultados e discussão:  Trata-se do segundo tipo mais frequente de tumor ósseo primário, atrás apenas do osteossarcoma. É preciso deixar claro que o tumor ósseo primário é bastante incomum. Segundo as estimativas mais recentes da American Cancer Society, somados, todos os tipos de cânceres ósseos em conjunto representam  segundo tipo mais frequente de tumor ósseo primário, atrás apenas do osteossarcoma menos de 1% do total de cânceres. Considerações finais: É mais prevalente na cricoide e menos prevalente nas outras cartilagens laríngeas. O condrossarcoma raramente está localizado na epiglote. O prognóstico da neoplasia depende da extensão do tumor, do seu grau de diferenciação e também de um tratamento primário adequado.
Parotidite recorrente da infância: estudo em longo prazo de cinco casos e revisão da literatura
Authors: Vieira Daniela Cavalcante Cantieri , Veloso Heloísa Amorim , Santos Laren Carvalho , Tartuce Michela Stefenoni
Published: July 2024

Introdução: Parotidite recorrente (PR) é definida como inflamação recorrente em glândula parótida, geralmente associada à sialectasia não-obstrutiva. Em crianças, a PR é uma condição bem descrita, porém rara e com causa ainda  incerta. Objetivo: Este estudo tem o propósito de realizar uma revisão de literatura sobre o tema. Materiais/sujeitos e métodos: Foram consultados artigos nas bases de dados Scielo, BVS. Resultados e discussão: Evidenciou-se que o tratamento conservador à base de antiinflamatórios e acompanhamento do paciente são eficazes para resolução a médio e longo prazo. Avaliação de enzimas salivares, bem como exame ultrassonográfico são suficientes para estabelecimento de diagnóstico correto. Considerações finais:  Existe maior número de relatos no gênero masculino, mas a incidência e a prevalência desse problema são desconhecidas.
Incapacidades na Hanseníase: uma revisão da literatura
Authors: Souza Mariana Caldeira de , Abreu Verônica Luz , Fadel Sarah Riffel , Marques Beatriz Gonçalves , Cajado Juliana Barbosa
Published: July 2024

A hanseníase é uma doença infecciosa crônica com potencial incapacitante causada pelo Mycobacterium leprae. Sabe-se que o agente tem afinidade pelos nervos periféricos e pela pele e seu acometimento vai depender da resposta imune do hospedeiro. O presente artigo tem por objetivo uma revisão da literatura do conhecimento atual sobre as incapacidades da hanseníase. Para a elaboração desse artigo foram consultados artigos científicos  publicados e, por conseguinte, foi realizada uma revisão da literatura acerca do tema abordado. Na hanseníase, a incapacidade física é definida pela Organização Mundial da Saúde (OMS) em 3 graus, em que são diretamente proporcionais à progressão da patologia, sendo assim é de grande importância a classificação do paciente para que seja possível realizar programas de controle da doença e prevenção das incapacidades. Em certas formas de hanseníase novas deformidades continuam a se desenvolver apesar do tratamento, o que reforça a importância da abordagem preventiva, visto que tais deformidades geram estigmas associados à hanseníase e, por consequência, interferem negativamente na qualidade de vida dos portadores.
Amiloidose com múltiplos focos em trato aéreo-digestivo superior: relato de caso e revisão de literatura
Authors: Maciel Mateus Paulus Ribeiro de Moraes , Tonia Luiz Henrique Andriolli Della
Published: July 2024

Introdução: A amiloidose laríngea é uma condição rara que representa cerca de 1% dos tumores benignos de laringe. Acomete predominantemente homens e em sua quinta década de vida. A manifestação pode ser sistêmica ou limitada a órgãos específicos, devido à deposição extracelular de proteína amiloide. Objetivo: Revisão da literatura médica a respeito do tema. Materiais/sujeitos e métodos: A pesquisa em artigos foi realizada nas bases de dados PubMed, Scielo, BVS, Cochane, entre  os anos mais recentes. Resultados e discussão: O tratamento da amiloidose com múltiplos focos no trato aéreo-digestivo superior depende da extensão e gravidade da doença, bem como das condições clínicas do paciente. Em casos não sintomáticos, pode-se optar pelo acompanhamento clínico da massa. Em alguns casos, a remoção cirúrgica dos depósitos amiloides pode ser necessária para aliviar os sintomas e prevenir complicações. Além disso, terapias medicamentosas, como medicamentos imunossupressores e terapias direcionadas, podem ser utilizadas para retardar a progressão da doença e melhorar a qualidade de vida do paciente. Considerações finais: A disfagia é um sintoma que, apesar de raro, pode fazer parte do quadro de amiloidose, muitas vezes indicando uma falha na competência laríngea contra aspiração laringotraqueal.
Determination of the Relationship of Harmonization Ratio and Some Yield Characteristics with Grain Yield in Barley
Authors: Tanrıkulu Abdulkadir
Published: July 2024

In this study, it was aimed to calculate the harmonization ratio before and after the flowering period (GFPtt/VPtt) in barley depending on thermal times, to determine the vegetative period (VP) and grain filling period (GFP) values for higher grain yield (GY) capacity and the possibility of using these qualities as adaptation and selection criteria and to determine the relationship between HR and GY calculated according to phenological periods depending on thermal times under Kahramanmaraş conditions. The experiments were carried out between 2014 and 2016 for 2 successive years with 3 replicates according to the randomized completed block design with 9 genotypes. Phenological traits such as VP, GFP, GY and days to maturity (DM) were measured in relation to thermal times. According to the results, genotypes were found to be significantly different in terms of harmonization ratio in barley. Considering the two-year averages, the highest grain yields were determined as Samyeli (534.3 kg da-1) and Şahin-91 (532.8 kg da-1). The lowest grain yields were determined as Kendal (404.9 kg da-1) and Sur-93 (416.9 kg da-1). The highest harmonization ratios were determined as Samyeli (0.753) and Kendal (0.672), the lowest harmonization ratios were determined as Şahin-91 (0.486) and Athena*Yabani (0.558). Although there was a general relationship between grain yield and harmonization ratio, some genotypes had values outside this trend.
Effect of sodium bicarbonate or hydrochloric acid intragastric administration on gut-derived endotoxemia in rats receiving cyclophosphamide myeloablative conditioning
Authors: Vakunenkova OA , Zolotoverkhaja EA , Pechurina TB , Schäfer TV , Ivnitsky JuJu
Published: July 2024

Toxic effects of the myeloablative cyclophosphamide (CP) doses include damage to the gastrointestinal tract. This is manifested by gastrointestinal stasis, cytostatic drug-induced damage to the small intestinal mucosa, and acute gut-derived endotoxemia. The study was aimed to identify causal relationships between gastrointestinal stasis, enterocytopenia, and acute gut-derived endotoxemia in the rat model of the CP myeloablative conditioning. We assessed the effects of the intragastrically administered 0.48 М sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3) solution or the 0.1 М hydrochloric acid (HCl) solution on the indicators of gastrointestinal stasis, enterocytopenia, portal blood levels of endotoxin, ammonia, urea, and urinary indican excretion. The stomach overfilled with chyme, decreased alkaline phosphatase and cholinesterase activity in the small intestinal tissues, 4.4-fold increased endotoxin levels, 4.6-fold increased urea levels, twofold increased portal blood plasma creatinine levels, and twofold increased urinary indican excretion were observed three days after intravenous administration of CP in a dose of 390 mg/kg. Intragastric administration of NaHCO3 or HCl partially prevented gastric stasis, but not acute gut-derived endotoxemia. Administration of NaHCO3, not HCl, prevented enterocytopenia in the duodenum. Acute gut-derived endotoxemia resulted mainly from the more intense release of the cecal microflora waste products into blood. Testing the use of sodium bicarbonate intragastric administration combined with the enteral detoxification and/or options for suppression of colonic microflora vegetation for prevention of the myeloablative cytostatic therapy complications is promising.