bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Fructose 1,6 Bisphosphatase Deficiency Mimicking Glycogen Storage Disease as Recurrent Hypoglycemia
Authors: Madhusudan Manoj , Sankar Janani , Ramesh Venkateswari
Published: November 2023

Background:

Fructose 1,6 Bisphosphatase (FBPase) deficiency is a rare and treatable cause of ketotic hypoglycemia in children. Affected children present in the postneonatal period with recurrent episodes of early morning hypoglycemia typically triggered by an infection. We present a child with recurrent hypoglycemic seizures who was initially considered as glycogen storage disease (GSD) type 1, but on further evaluation, was diagnosed with FBPase deficiency.

Clinical Description:

A 2.5-year-old developmentally normal boy presented with the second episode of hypoglycemic seizure. He had a similar episode following a fasting time of 10 h at 2 years of age. Critical sample analysis revealed ketosis, lactic acidosis, hyperuricemia, and raised triglycerides. He was diagnosed with probable GSD type 1. At 2.5 years of age, he had another episode of hypoglycemic seizures following a similar fasting spell, and critical sample evaluation revealed similar findings. However, he did not have the classical cherubic facies associated with GSD type 1, and a repeat ultrasound abdomen showed normal-sized liver.

Management:

The clinical presentation and critical sample evaluation were suggestive of gluconeogenesis defect. However, the child did not have any other end-organ involvement. Hence, a possibility of FBPase deficiency was considered. The genetic testing confirmed compound heterozygous mutations involving the FBP1 gene.

Conclusion:

Fructose 1,6 bisphosphonate deficiency is a close mimicker of GSD 1.
Congenital Hyperinsulinism
Authors: Goel Neha , Gupta Shobhna , Sharma Rajni , Arya Sugandha
Published: November 2023

Background:

Congenital hyperinsulinism (CHI) is a rare condition that usually presents in the newborn period. It is characterized by hypoketotic hypoglycemia due to excessive insulin secretion. We describe below a case of CHI due to a paternally inherited mutation of the ABCC8 gene and the challenges in its management.

Clinical Description:

A term female appropriate for gestational age baby with an uneventful antenatal period and delivery presented at 46 h of life with fever, decreased oral acceptance, lethargy, and hypoglycemic seizures. On examination, the baby was febrile but hemodynamically stable with no other clinical evidence of sepsis.

Management:

Child had recurrent episodes of hypoglycemia and required a glucose infusion rate of 12 mg/kg/min for maintaining euglycemia. The baby required diazoxide and octreotide for maintaining euglycemia. The hypoglycemia was nonketotic and associated with hyperinsulinism. 18-fluoro-dihydroxyphenylalanine positron emission tomography-computerized tomography scan showed diffuse uptake in the pancreas suggestive of diffuse hyperinsulinism. However, genetic testing showed heterozygous mutation for paternally transmitted pathogenic ABCC8 splicing variant. The child was stabilized and discharged on oral diazoxide and long-acting octreotide.

Conclusion:

CHI is an important cause of persistent hypoglycemia in neonates. Early diagnosis and management are important to prevent long-term sequalae. Establishing a correct molecular diagnosis is essential to decide about appropriate line of management (surgical/conservative) and provide genetic counseling to the family.
False Negative Critical Congenital Heart Disease Screening Result Arising from a Complex Cardiac Disease with Duct Dependent Systemic Circulation
Authors: Agarwal Abhinav , Loni Ramaning , Al Amer Suad Rashid , Arulselvam Vimalarani , Kalis Neale Nicola
Published: November 2023

Background:

Critical congenital heart disease (CCHD) encompasses congenital structural heart defects that cause significant morbidity and mortality in the first few weeks of life unless treated and/or require surgery or catheter intervention within the 1st year of life. Since these deteriorate acutely due to their cardiac condition, they may be misdiagnosed as septicemia or perinatal asphyxia, especially in resource-poor settings. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends universal screening with pulse oximetry after 24 h of life by a simple screening protocol. Although specificity is high, CCHD may be missed. We present a case who screened negative became symptomatic on day 10 of life and was finally diagnosed with a CCHD.

Clinical Description:

A full-term baby with uneventful postnatal course and negative CCHD screening was discharged on day 2 of life. He returned on day 10 with cardiogenic shock. Echocardiography confirmed interrupted aortic arch with large ventricular septal defect (VSD), moderate-sized atrial septal defect (ASD), and a small, restrictive patent ductus arteriosus (PDA). The initial false-negative result was attributed to the presence of large VSD that leads to equalization of preductal and postductal oxygen saturations.

Management:

The baby was stabilized with prostaglandin infusion and ventilatory support. He underwent staged repair with end-to-end anastomosis of interrupted segment and PDA ligation in the first sitting. The postoperative course was uneventful, and the patient was discharged home at day 25 of life. He is planned for VSD and ASD repair in follow-up.

Conclusion:

Complex heart diseases may behave unusually due to complicated inter-related hemodynamics arising from the various lesions. Primary health-care personnel should recognize the limitations of CCHD screening protocol and learn to counsel parents accordingly.
The Victim-Perpetrator Cycle of Sexual Abuse and Offending Behavior
Authors: Bharti Bhavneet , Malhi Prahbhjot , Jafra Bikramjit Singh
Published: November 2023

Background:

Child sexual abuse (CSA) is highly prevalent in India and a major public health challenge. CSA victims are at a greater risk for developing a range of negative behavioral and psychological outcomes across their life span. In this case report, we highlight the diagnosis and management of a boy who sexually victimized his classmate subsequent to his trauma of being sexually abused by a peer.

Clinical Description:

A 10-year-old child, was referred for sexual acting out behaviors, wherein he had attempted anal penetration of a classmate. History revealed multiple stressors including the death of his mother, history of sexual abuse by an older boy, prolonged exposure to digital sexualized content, father's remarriage, adjustment problems with stepmother, relocation, and a new school. A comprehensive psychosocial evaluation was conducted including the administration of a risk assessment tool, the Juvenile Sex Offender Assessment Protocol-II.

Management:

The mainstay of management was psycho-education that focused on guiding his parents on the importance of intensive parental supervision, academic support, restricting the use of the Internet, and promoting healthy friendships. The child was encouraged to have healthy extracurricular interests, especially outdoor physical activities. Regular follow-up for over a year revealed significant behavioral improvement and no repeat of sexual offending behavior.

Conclusion:

High-risk children need to be provided with supportive family services and linked to child welfare organizations for long-term intervention. Health-care professionals can play a pivotal role in the prevention of inappropriate sexual behaviors and the promotion of healthy development among youth.
An Abel–Jacobi invariant for cobordant cycles
Authors: Quick Gereon
Published: November 2023

We discuss an Abel–Jacobi invariant for algebraic cobordism cycles whose image in topological cobordism vanishes. The existence of this invariant follows by abstract arguments from the construction of Hodge filtered cohomology theories in joint work of Michael J.Hopkins and the author. In this paper, we give a concrete description of the Abel–Jacobi map and Hodge filtered cohomology groups for projective smooth complex varieties.
The Mumford–Tate conjecture for the product of an abelian surface and a $K3$ surface
Authors: Commelin Johan
Published: November 2023

The Mumford–Tate conjecture is a precise way of saying that the Hodge structure on singular cohomology conveys the same information as the Galois representation on

\ell

-adic étale cohomology, for an algebraic variety over a finitely generated field of characteristic 0. This paper presents a proof of the Mumford–Tate conjecture in degree 2 for the product of an abelian surface and a K3 surface.
Supports for constructible systems
Authors: Gallauer Martin
Published: November 2023

We develop a "universal" support theory for derived categories of constructible (analytic or étale) sheaves, holonomic

\mathcal{D}

-modules, mixed Hodge modules and others. As applications we classify such objects up to the tensor triangulated structure and discuss the question of monoidal topological reconstruction of algebraic varieties.
Cusps and $q$-expansion principles for modular curves at infinite level
Authors: Heuer Ben
Published: November 2023

We develop an analytic theory of cusps for Scholze's

p

-adic modular curves at infinite level in terms of perfectoid parameter spaces for Tate curves. As an application, we describe a canonical tilting isomorphism between an anticanonical overconvergent neighbourhood of the ordinary locus of the modular curve at level

\Gamma_1(p^\infty)

and the analogous locus of an infinite level perfected Igusa variety. We also prove various

q

-expansion principles for functions on modular curves at infinite level, namely that the properties of extending to the cusps, vanishing, coming from finite level, and being bounded, can all be detected on

q

-expansions.
The closure of double ramification loci via strata of exact differentials
Authors: Benirschke Frederik
Published: November 2023

Double ramification loci, also known as strata of

0

-differentials, are algebraic subvarieties of the moduli space of smooth curves parametrizing Riemann surfaces such that there exists a rational function with prescribed ramification over

0

and

\infty

. We describe the closure of double ramification loci inside the Deligne–Mumford compactification in geometric terms. To a rational function we associate its exact differential, which allows us to realize double ramification loci as linear subvarieties of strata of meromorphic differentials. We then obtain a geometric description of the closure using our recent results on the boundary of linear subvarieties. Our approach yields a new way of relating the geometry of loci of rational functions and Teichmüller dynamics. We also compare our results to a different approach using admissible covers.
$\mathbb{A}^1$-connected components of classifying spaces and purity for torsors
Authors: Elmanto Elden , Kulkarni Girish , Wendt Matthias
Published: November 2023

In this paper, we study the Nisnevich sheafification

\mathcal{H}^1_{\text{ét}}(G)

of the presheaf associating to a smooth scheme the set of isomorphism classes of

G

-torsors, for a reductive group

G

. We show that if

G

-torsors on affine lines are extended, then

\mathcal{H}^1_{\text{ét}}(G)

is homotopy invariant and show that the sheaf is unramified if and only if Nisnevich-local purity holds for

G

-torsors. We also identify the sheaf

\mathcal{H}^1_{\text{ét}}(G)

with the sheaf of

\mathbb{A}^1

-connected components of the classifying space

\mathrm{B}_{\text{ét}}G

. This establishes the homotopy invariance of the sheaves of components as conjectured by Morel. It moreover provides a computation of the sheaf of

\mathbb{A}^1

-connected components in terms of unramified

G

-torsors over function fields whenever Nisnevich-local purity holds for

G

-torsors.
Before and After 24.02.2022: Neighbouring Russia and Ukraine’s Mission
Authors: Bersheda Yevhen
Published: November 2023

Russia’s geographical neighbours have long been familiar with the significant security threat posed by the common border with this country. The events after 24 February 2022, as well as cases of nuclear blackmail by the Russian government, have extended this threat beyond Europe and Asia. It has become clear that the problem of neighbouring Russia has acquired a global dimension. Among the 14 countries that share land borders with the Russian Federation, six of them have joined the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) and are under the Alliance’s nuclear protection. Each of these countries, except for Norway, joined NATO after the collapse of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR), influenced by the fact that they had repeatedly been the target of Russian (Soviet) expansion in the past, losing sovereignty or a significant part of their land...
La desmaterialización de documentos como proceso de modernización de las actuaciones notariales y el principio de seguridad jurídica
Authors: Clavijo Sicha Mónica Alexandra
Published: November 2023

El desarrollo de la presente investigación se sustenta en los argumentos legales y constitucionales que permiten impulsar la modernización del Estado ecuatoriano, considerando la desmaterialización de las actuaciones notariales y la manera como esta se vincula al principio de seguridad jurídica. La metodología empleada se basó en el enfoque cualitativo, de tipo descriptivo, utilizando como instrumento de recolección de datos la entrevista estructurada dirigida a notarios y abogados. Los principales resultados indican que en efecto la desmaterialización de documentos es percibida como parte del proceso de modernización del Estado, y se ciñe al principio de seguridad jurídica, en virtud de los procedimientos establecidos, sin embargo, es preciso que se mantenga actualizado el sistema de información informático conforme a los adelantos tecnológicos, con el fin de lograr afianzar la confianza del usuario en el sistema, así como la constante capacitación de los servidores notariales y la simplificación de trámites para la obtención de la información.
Features of the use of CT and other types of outside school hours activities in students of grades 4-5.
Authors:   The federal state budgetary scientific institution ", Lukyanets G.N. ,   institute of child development, health and adaptation", Makarova L.V. , Schibalova M.C. , Orlov K.V
Published: November 2023

The relevance of research is dictated by the widespread computerization of the educational process and leisure of adolescents. Emotional, specific stress arising under the influence of EC generates sleep disturbances, rhythmic processes in the body, daily routine and other adverse changes, which, accumulating, become a threat to the health of EC users. It is these factors and their relationship with the level of electronic information load of a teenager that have been the focus of research. A population study of the daily routine, duration and duration categories of individual components of the daily routine and different types of computer activity of 5th grade students in ten regions of the country was conducted. The students were divided into two groups depending on how widely the schools in which they study use computer technology (CT): actively using CT (ACT), and less actively (inactive) using CT (NCT). The following factors were taken into account: equipment of classes and provision of school students with computers and individual EUs, availability of Internet access; characteristics of the effectiveness of the use of information and computer technologies (ICT). Significant differences between the groups under consideration were manifested in all types of computer activity. With a higher confidence, this manifested itself over the weekend. The duration of certain types of computer activities (homework, participation in webinars, games, networking, watching movies, videos, etc.) and the total time of all computer classes per day per 5th grade student were significantly longer in the ACT group. Students from NCT schools spend more time walking on weekends and watching TV, and on school days they have less static (sedentary) load. Studies have shown that the active use of CT in school turns into their active use in an extracurricular setting, and in terms of the duration and frequency of use of EC, a group of ACT school students surpasses a group of children from NCT schools. The differences between the groups (ACT and CNT) manifested themselves in different forms of computer communication, both educational and entertaining.
Formation of creative thinking in music lessons
Authors:   Municipal autonomous educational institution secondary school No. 8 of the city of Kholmsk of the municipal formation ", Kochetkova I. V. ,   Kholmsky city district",   of the Sakhalin region
Published: November 2023

At present, when teaching at various educational levels, a lot of attention is paid to the need for the formation of creative thinking in teaching. Creative thinking is necessary for a modern person in order to be successful in professional activities, especially for those professions that are associated with creativity. Over the past 25 years, music educators have witnessed an increased focus on student-centered approaches to teaching and learning, in which musical growth occurs through creative experiences. Our profession as music educators' interest in constructivist ideas about how learning happens is displacing the teacher as the sole bearer of official knowledge and increasing student control over musical decision making in the classroom. In connection with the foregoing, the author of this article made an attempt to scientific analysis and critical understanding of the problem of the formation of creative thinking in music lessons in a modern school.
The process of creating cartoons as a technology for the development of creative personality of preschoolers with hearing impairment
Authors:   MADOU MO ", Mesnikova V. A. ,   Child development Center – kindergarten No. 189 ",   Fantasy",   , Krasnodar
Published: November 2023

The article presents the experience of a step-by-step system of work with this category of preschoolers in the framework of one of the STEM education projects. The features of the system work when creating a cartoon in the "I create the World" Cartoon Studio are shown. The article will be of interest to teachers of preschool educational institutions, as well as teachers of additional education working with children with disabilities.
NOVI USTAVNI I ZAKONSKI OKVIR PRAVOSUĐA REPUBLIKE SRBIJE POSLE REFORME IZ 2022. GODINE
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Law, Bataveljic Dragan
Published: November 2023

In this paper the author explores first the reasons which had led to the judiciary reform that was adopted on the referendum in 2022. From the very beginning of implementing the 2006 Constitution, a number of constitutionalists, legal theorists, members of judiciary, lawyers and other representatives of legal profession, pointed to certain deficiencies in the constitutional document. The comments came from Venice Commission as well, as early as in 2007, so many people think that the Republic of Serbia was late with this constitutional revision. The European Union and the European Council offered the full support to this reform and the harmonization of Serbian legislation to EU law. The author underlines the significance of the European funded project “The support to judiciary reform in Serbia” which lasts from January 1st, 2022 to December 31st, 2024. The changes of the constitutional and legal framework of our judiciary have resulted in passing a set of laws related to judiciary and public prosecution office in the course of 2023. Now we are expecting to see their implementation in practice and contribution to strengthening the rule of law, accountability of judges and prosecutors, as well as their independent status.
Teori Belajar: Humanistik dan Konstruktivistik dalam Perspektif Psikologi Barat dan Islam
Authors: Nesa Novrizal  , Rahman Imas Kania , Andriana Nesia
Published: November 2023

Learning theory is an important foundation in the process of education and effective learning. The two main theories that play a role in it are humanistic and constructivist learning theories. However, in reality, there are still many educators in the learning process in the classroom who use methods that tend to only focus on reward and punishment and there is also no active involvement of students. So that the impact on the cognitive development of students becomes slow. The aims of this study: 1) to analyze humanistic learning theory, 2) to analyze constructivist learning theory, 3) to analyze humanistic and constructivist learning theory in an Islamic perspective. The literature review was used by researchers in this study using documentary techniques as data analysis techniques. The results of the study explain that in the learning process the methods used by educators must be varied, so as to help students develop their knowledge and focus on humanizing students so that students do not only receive rewards or punishments.
Implementasi Model Problem Based Learning (PBL) untuk Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Siswa Pada Mata Pelajaran Fikih
Authors: Syihabuddin Ahmad Ali , Nursyamsiyah Siti , Putra Dhian Wahana
Published: November 2023

The purpose of this research is: (1) to examine the implementation of Islamic jurisprudence education through a problem-based learning (PBL) approach, (2) to determine whether the utilization of the PBL teaching model leads to an improvement in students' learning achievement, and (3) to explain the results of jurisprudence learning when using the PBL model. The research methodology used in this study is the classroom action research (CAR) method. CAR serves as a mechanism for addressing potential challenges in the educational environment. The procedure consists of four distinct phases, namely planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The iterative process of these four phases is characterized by a consistent sequence of steps and is focused on discussion-based learning aimed at honing problem-solving skills through the PBL model. The research results indicate a significant improvement in student learning outcomes through the implementation of the PBL model. The observed improvement is evident through the cycles that were carried out. In cycle I, the average score for the pretest was 29.26, and the average score for the posttest was 73.68. In cycle II, the average pretest score was 47.68, and the average posttest score was 86. The use of the PBL model in jurisprudence subjects has been observed to yield optimal learning outcomes, as evidenced by an achievement score of 86.84%.
Hukum Pernikahan dalam Islam: Analisis Perbandingan Konteks Menurut 4 Mazhab
Authors: Nurhasnah Nurhasnah
Published: November 2023

Lately, there have been numerous marriage cases in Indonesia, including underage marriages, domestic violence, partner selection without proper knowledge of marriage. Therefore, it is important for all segments of society to be aware of the legal aspects of marriage for an individual. Hence, a study has been conducted with the theme "Marriage Law in Islam: Comparative Analysis According to 4 Mazhabs." The methodology used in this writing is a literature review. The results of this study reveal that there are fundamentally five categories of marriage laws in Islam: obligatory, recommended, prohibited, disliked, and permissible. Based on the contextual analysis by scholars from the four Mazhabs worldwide, they provide reasons for why marriage can be obligatory, recommended, prohibited, disliked, and even permissible. Specifically, the Shafi'i Mazhab presents four marriage laws: obligatory, recommended, disliked, and permissible, the Hanbali Mazhab also outlines four marriage laws: obligatory, recommended, prohibited, and permissible, while the Maliki and Hanafi Mazhabs present five marriage laws: obligatory, recommended, disliked, prohibited, and permissible.
Learning Facilities as a Predictor of Learning Motivation of Grade V Students in North Klaten Muhammadiyah Elementary School
Authors:   Elementary School Teacher Education Study Program, Muhammadiyah University Surakarta, Alfira Angelie Nata , Fathoni Achmad ,   Elementary School Teacher Education Study Program, Muhammadiyah University Surakarta
Published: November 2023

This study was motivated by the low motivation of students to learn allegedly due to the lack of complete learning facilities and infrastructure. This study aims (1) to determine whether there is an influence of learning facilities on the learning motivation of fifth grade students of SD Muhammadiyah Klaten Utara. (2) To determine the percentage of the influence of learning facilities on the learning motivation of fifth grade students of SD Muhammadiyah Klaten Utara. This type of research is ex post facto research. The population in this study were all fifth grade students of SD Muhammadiyah Klaten Utara, totalling 30 students, with total sampling technique. The instrument to measure learning facilities and learning motivation is a questionnaire. Data analysis techniques using simple regression analysis. Based on the results of the study, it shows that learning facilities can predict the learning motivation of fifth grade students of SD Muhammadiyah Klaten Utara. The effect of learning facilities on learning motivation in fifth grade students of SD Muhammadiyah Klaten Utara is 52.10%. These results do not reach 100%, because there are several others that can affect student learning motivation.
The Implication of Presidential Threshold as an Open Legal Policy in Indonesia's General Election
Authors:   Faculty of Law, Universitas Prof. Dr. Hazairin, SH, Bengkulu, Indonesia, . Syarifudin , Pratiwi Wiwit ,   Faculty of Law, Universitas Prof. Dr. Hazairin, SH, Bengkulu, Indonesia, Fitri Sherly Nelsa ,   Faculty of Law, Universitas Prof. Dr. Hazairin, SH, Bengkulu, Indonesia
Published: November 2023

The decision of the Constitutional Court is final and binding, but there are still opinions of the pros and cons of the emergence of the Constitutional Court Decision related to the presidential threshold which is categorized as an open legal policy. The problem studied in this research is the legal implications of the presidential threshold as an open legal policy. This research uses normative legal research methods, using a statutory approach, case approach and conceptual approach. Based on the analysis of the discussion, first, with the Constitutional Court Decision stating the presidential threshold as an open legal policy, it becomes a problem. The conception of the presidential threshold found a gap whether it fulfills the rules of open legal policy or not. Second, the legal implications of the presidential threshold as an open legal policy in the general elections of the president and vice president in Indonesia, namely: The decision of the Constitutional Court must be implemented because it is final and appealable; Not all political parties can participate because of the threshold; there is no opportunity for new parties to carry their presidential and vice presidential candidates.
Credit Quality as a Moderating Effect of Capital Adequacy and Credit Distribution on the Profitability of Village Credit Institutions
Authors:   Student of Magister Management Program on Faculty of Business and Tourism Economics, University Hindu Indonesia, Indonesia, Narayana G. K. Kawindra , Kawiana I Gede Putu ,   Faculty of Business and Tourism Economics, University Hindu Indonesia, Indonesia, Trarintya Mirah Ayu Putri ,   Faculty of Business and Tourism Economics, University Hindu Indonesia, Indonesia
Published: November 2023

Profitability is one measure of the achievements of Village Credit Institution (LPD) in managing them so that they can continue to grow and develop amidst increasingly fierce competition between financial institutions. Capital adequacy, loan disbursement, and quality of credit disbursed are several factors that affect LPD profitability. This study uses a qualitative descriptive approach with secondary data sources. The research population is all LPDs in Denpasar City totaling 35 units. Determination of the sample using purposive sampling so that 34 units of LPD were obtained as samples and 170 observational data. The research instrument uses documentation techniques or non-participant observation. Methods of data analysis using descriptive analysis and inferential analysis with moderation analysis for moderated regression analysis. The research results show that Capital Adequacy Ratio has a significant positive effect on Return on Asset. Loan to Deposit Ratio significant positive effect on Return on Asset. Credit quality is able to moderate (weaken) the influence of Capital Adequacy Ratio to Return on Asset. Credit quality is not able to moderate the effect of Loan to Deposit Ratio to Return on. The implication of the research is that this research provides information for LPDs in Denpasar City regarding the influence Capital Adequacy Ratio and Loan to Deposit Ratio to Return on Asset which is moderated by credit quality so that LPD management in Denpasar City can determine future policy directions in order to increase the profitability and progress of LPDs in Denpasar City.
EVALUASI PERENCANAAN DERMAGA TERHADAP KEBUTUHAN BONGKAR MUAT DI PELABUHAN PERIKANAN PANTAI PASONGSONGAN, JAWA TIMUR
Authors: Sari Dwi Oktaviana , Chayati Cholilul
Published: November 2023

Pelabuhan Perikanan Pantai (PPP) Pasongsongan termasuk dalam klasifikasi atau kelas tipe C yang mempunyai perlengkapan untuk menangani dan mengolah ikan sesuai dengan kapasitas yang telah ditentukan. Contoh fasilitas pokok yang ada di Pelabuhan Perikanan Pantai Pasongsongan adalah dermaga. Kondisi eksisting dermaga di Pelabuhan Perikanan Pantai Pasongsongan tidak efisien untuk berlabuhnya kapal di dermaga sehingga menyebabkan terjadinya antrian kapal. Maka, dermaga di Pelabuhan Perikanan Pantai Pasongsongan ini memiliki kondisi yang perlu di evaluasi karena terjadi antrian kapal – kapal saat bongkar muat ikan. Dalam penelitian ini digunakan metode penelitian kuantitatif dengan analisa data hidro-oseanografi, perencanaan dermaga, dan analisa rencana anggaran biaya (RAB). Kondisi eksisting dermaga di Pelabuhan Perikanan Pantai Pasongsongan memiliki panjang dermaga 126,920 m dan tinggi 3 m. Berdasarkanvaluasi perencanaan dermaga yang telah dilakukan oleh peneliti di dapatkan dimensi dermaga dengan panjang 122 m dengan tinggi 4 m dan dapat menampung 6 unit kapal berukuran 20 GT. Dimensi kapal terbesar dengan panjang 16,87 m dan lebar 6 m.  Rencana Anggaran biaya (RAB) yang diperlukan untuk evaluasi perencanaan dermaga ini adalah Rp 9.235.925.097,- (Sembilan miliyar dua ratus tiga puluh lima juta Sembilan ratus dua puluh lima ribu sembilan puluh tujuh rupiah). Adanya evaluasi perencanaan ini diharapkan dapat meningkatkan pemanfaatan fasilitas dermaga bongkar muat oleh kapal penangkap ikan.
ANALISIS PEKERJAAN RESERVOIR PADA PENGEMBANGAN SISTEM PENYEDIAAN AIR MINUM (SPAM) DI DESA NUNLEU
Authors: Wiradnyana I Gede Oka
Published: November 2023

Masyarakat Desa Nunleu yang terletak di Kecamatan Amanatun Selatan, Kabupaten Timor Tengah Selatan, Nusa Tenggara Timur, mengalami kesulitan dalam mengakses air bersih. Pada Tahun 2020, pemerintah membantu kesulitan warga, melalui Program Pembangunan dan Pengembangan Sistem Penyediaan Air Minum (SPAM). Pengembangan SPAM ini meliputi pekerjaan jaringan pipa, bak penampung (reservoir), hidran umum, pemasangan pompa, dan pemasangan panel surya untuk sumber listrik pada pompa.

 

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui proses pelaksanaan pekerjaan bak penampung (reservoir) dan menghitung nilai keamaan strukturnya terhadap tekanan dan gaya hidrostatis yang terjadi. Pengambilan data dilakukan dengan cara pengamatan, wawancara dengan tenaga teknis proyek, dan literasi dari dokumen-dokumen pelaksanaan, seperti gambar-gambar dan spesifikasi teknis.

 

Hasil dari pengamatan dan pengolahan data menunjukkan bahwa dalam pelaksanaan pekerjaan reservoir terdapat beberapa proses yaitu pekerjaan pembersihan dan pemasangan bouwplank, galian dan urugan tanah, pasangan batu untuk pondasi, beton lantai kerja, beton bertulang untuk struktur lantai, dinding dan tutup reservoir, plesteran dan acian, pengecatan waterproofing, pemasangan pipa inlet, pipa outlet, pipa penguras dan overflow, tangga control, mainhole dan tutupnya. Analisis struktur menunjukkan bahwa tekanan dan gaya hidrostatis yang terjadi pada dinding dan lantai, dapat ditahan oleh baja tulangan yang terpasang, dimana gaya hidrostatis maksimum pada dinding (F= 100 kN) < gaya yang terjadi pada tulangan terpasang (Ts = 180 kN), serta luas tulangan akibat tekanan hidrostatis pada lantai (As perlu = 296,9 mm2) < luas tulangan yang terpasang (Ast = 753,6 mm2).
PENGGUNAAN KAYU SEBAGAI SECONDARY SKIN PADA BANGUNAN, SALAH SATU UPAYA MEWUJUDKAN ARSITEKTUR HIJAU
Authors: Wiriantari Frysa
Published: November 2023

Penggunaan kayu sebagai salah satu bahan bangunan sudah sejak lama dirasakan manfaatnya. Beberapa waktu terakhir penggunaan kayu berkembang menjadi material arsitektur dan estetika termasuk didalamnya sebagai selubung luar bangunan atau yang sering disebut sebagai secondary skin bulding. Struktur serat kayu dan daya tahan disamping kemampuan kayu untuk menjaga kondisi thermal di dalam bangunan yang dinaunginya menjadi salah satu factor yang memperkuat dipilihnya kayu. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana konsep penggunaan kayu dalam memenuhi fungsinya sebagai secondary skin building, faktor apa saja yang patut diperhitungkan dalam memperkuat fungsi dan estetikanya serta adakah material lain yang dapat dipergunakan beserta kelebihan dan kekurangan dari masing masing material. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif kualitatif yang difokuskan pada permasalahan berdasarkan keadaan dilapangan. Data pada penelitian ini diperoleh melalui observasi, wawancara dengan pihak terkait dan juga studi litelatur pada penelitian sejenis. Hasil penelitian menemukan penggunaan kayu sebagai secondary bulding harus memenuhi konsep fungsi yakni sebagai filter terhadap panas, intensitas cahaya dan kebisingan. Konsep estetika yang meningkatkan kualitas visual dari bangunan namun tetap memberikan kenyamanan bagi pengguna, selaras dengan lingkungan dan konsep efisensi baik dalam nilai ekonomis maupun perawatannya.
Xenophobic Attacks and Nigeria – South Africa Relations, 2008-2018
Authors: Ekanem Ekanem Asukwo
Published: November 2023

Purpose: This research aimed at examining the dynamics of bilateral relations between Nigeria and South Africa, despite violent attacks against Nigerians in South Africa.

Methodology: The research design adopted in this study was descriptive, that depended on judgmental sampling technique. Secondary source of data collection (books, journal articles, monographs, internet materials among others) were sourced from Nigerian libraries and internet. These materials were subjected to content validity before analyzed qualitatively into the study. In order to deepen the understanding of xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa, relative deprivation theory served as an explanatory tool.

Findings: Findings revealed that unemployment in Nigeria fostered unnecessary migration of Nigerian youths to South Africa, thereby, triggering the xenophobic attacks against them by South African youths who are also searching for job opportunities. Though, Xenophobic attacks have not resulted in diplomatic row between Nigeria and South Africa, there are possible implications for political, economic and trade relations between the two states, according to findings.

Recommendations: The paper recommends job creation for Nigerian youths in both public and private sector, strengthening of Nigeria–South Africa Bi-National Commission, which has been moribund, as well as internationalization of South Africa domestic environment. These are panacea for xenophobic attacks in South Africa against Nigerians.
Psychological Distress, Negative Life Event and Personality Trait as Predictors of Substance Abuse among Youths in Ibadan Metropolis
Authors: Nwachi Nwosu Hope , Ajayi Mojisola S. , Babasola Isaac Olariwaju , Uche David Philip , Isaac Chioma Helen , Akinniku Micheal Gbenga
Published: November 2023

This study examined the role of psychological distress, negative life event and personality traits as predictors of substance abuse among youths in Ibadan metropolis. This study employed a descriptive, cross sectional and purposive sampling technique design. Data was collected through quantitative using questionnaire survey. A standardized questionnaire was administered to a total of 267 respondents. The statistical package for the social science (SPSS version 23) was used to analyze using descriptive and inferential statistics (Univariate, bivariate and multivariate regression analyses). Persons’ r moment correlation coefficient-test analysis, and multiple regression analysis were used to analyze the data obtained. Five objectives were stated to guild this study. The theoretical framework for this study was biological model, transactional model of stress coping and big five trait theory. Instrumentation included the psychological distress scale (K6). A 6- items self – constructed questionnaire was developed by the researchers. It had a general reliability coefficient of 0.87 using Cronbach alpha. Hypothesis one was tested using Zero order correlation relationship analysis, hypothesis two and five was tested using independent sample T-test while hypothesis three and four was tested using multiple regression analysis. The findings revealed that psychological distress, negative life event and personality traits with psychotropic substances, antagonism mental health state examination of the youths stands as the key indicators of substance abuse. Early assessment, specific diagnosis might help patient vulnerably and elevated risk to psychoactive substances. Interventions designed to build effective coping skills, emotional intelligence, and positive emotional mental wellbeing will serve as an effective coping skill to prevent substance abuse.
Contribution of Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) in the Fight against Poverty in Zambia through Agriculture and Rural Development from 2010-2021
Authors: Selisho Joseph , Momba Professor Jotham. M.
Published: November 2023

Background: The study was undertaken due to high levels of poverty in the COMESA region. It endeavoured to explore the contribution by COMESA towards the elimination of poverty using Agriculture and Rural development strategies. The objective of the study was to establish the contribution of COMESA in the fight against poverty in Zambia through Agriculture and rural development. The study employed qualitative approach with an exploratory research design and critical case sampling to choose 13 key informants to explore the contribution of COMESA in the fight against poverty in Zambia. Primary data was used from 13 key informants selected purposively using an interview guide to support secondary data. Data was analysed using thematic and content analysis. The study established that COMESA had been significant in the fight against poverty in Zambia. The Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) supported Zambia’s agricultural development policy formulation and implementation amongst others, establishing clear commitment to deliver on investing 10 percent of national budgets in the agricultural sector and achieving a six percent growth in agricultural domestic product. It was established that Zambia had worked with Alliance for Commodity Trade in Eastern and Southern Africa (ACTESA) through mobilisation of small-scale farmers in partnership with private and public institutions in regularising policy on staple foods, through policy outreach and research, creating market access, and building the capacity of the small-scale farmers to enable them compete in the domestic, regional and international markets. The study further established that Zambia’s livestock development received support from COMESA Livestock Unit which supported efforts aimed at driving sustainable livestock production and productivity, value addition and access to markets in the COMESA region. The Market Linkages Initiative (MLI) supported the ACTESA Secretariat and also focused on promoting growth in food staples trade in Zambia to ensure food security. Zambia through the COMESA Regional Agro-Inputs Programme (COMRAP) implemented by the Alliance for Commodity Trade in Eastern and Southern Africa (ACTESA) in Zambia contributed to the improvement of rural household food security and livelihoods. The Integrated Production and Pest Management Programme (IPPM) became active in Zambia since 2014 and is an implementation mechanism of the support programme for the consolidation of the action framework under the European Union-Africa Partnership on Cotton. The study recommended that the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme should be strengthened as it continues to support investment in agricultural development in Zambia particularly enhancing support to small-scale farmers.
The Influence of Organizational Commitment on the Teacher Job Performance of State Madrasah Aliyah in Tangerang City
Authors: Nursyifa Nursyifa , Bariyah Oneng Nurul , Fahrudin Adi
Published: November 2023

This study aims to determine the effect of organizational commitment on the performance of teachers at Madrasah Aliyah Negeri in Tangerang City. The research method uses a quantitative survey-type approach and is associative or explanatory. The population in this study were teachers at Madrasah Aliyah Negeri 1 and 2 Tangerang City, totaling 121 people, using the Slovin formula, a sample of 93 people was obtained using a purposive sampling technique. Data collection techniques used questionnaires and data analysis used multiple linear regression statistical analysis. The study results show that organizational commitment significantly affects teacher performance at the State Islamic Senior High School in Tangerang City. This study implies that organizational commitment contributes positively to teacher performance. Suggestions pay attention to teacher salaries so that they are more adapted to the educational background and length of time the teacher has worked. Work facilities and equipment are expected to be more adapted to the needs of teachers to support teaching activities. Further, increases safety and comfort in learning activities. Class conditions that are not yet conducive so that in the future it can create a conducive learning atmosphere so that learning activities run more effectively.
Natural-social civilizational edge (in the parliamentary discussion of Adygea)
Authors:   Maykop State Technological University, Khuako F. N.
Published: November 2023

In the article by F. N. Khuako, against the background of the indicated relevance of issues of the future for world civilizations, the current presence of a civilizational-cultural approach is determined. The objects of article consideration in modern civilizational conditions of a technogenic type are both social and natural components against the backdrop of a number of issues that are today the subject of discussion for parliamentarians of the Republic of Adygea. As is known, all sorts of descriptive variations of today’s post-industrialism, as well as hypothetical models of its development in Russian statehood, are frequent in science. At the same time, ethno-character and the accompanying national thought are developed through a longterm forging of connections within the boundaries of a particular society, with the involvement of its economic, political and historical environments (with mention of the mass expulsions of the humanitarian intelligentsia from the Soviet country that took place at the beginning of the last century. Occupying the author today in the new century, core relationships accompany some personal predetermination. But in modern technocratic world orders, the individual’s aspirations to defeat nature often prevail, which the author illustrates through an analysis of the natural and social topics of the 38th Conference of the South Russian Parliamentary Conference held in May 2023 in Maykop Association (URPA). At the same time, the global human tomorrow is within both the natural and social spheres, due to which there is a global multipolar civilization. At the same time, the global human tomorrow is within both the natural and social spheres, which is clearly evident in example of parliamentary discussion in Adygea.
The resource potential of Kabardino-Balkaria in the development ofpopular science tourism
Authors:   Kabardino-Balkarian State Agrarian University named after V. M. Kokov, Tamakhina A. Ya. , Shershova I. S. ,   Kabardino-Balkarian State Agrarian University named after V. M. Kokov
Published: November 2023

The article presents the results of an assessment of the resource potential of the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic in the development of popular science tourism (PST). A methodology for an integral assessment of the regional resource potential of the PST is proposed for two groups of indicators – the number of categories of objects (main and auxiliary) of infrastructure resources, a qualitative assessment of natural resources according to the criteria of uniqueness, sea-sonality and transport accessibility. The above calculations indicate a high level of resource potential and the highest priority for the development of the PST in the Nalchik recreational area. For recreational areas with an average (Prielbrussky, Chereksky, Zolsky) and significant (Chegemsky, North-Eastern) level of resource potential, the priority of the development of the PST is assessed as effective. The areas of specialization of the recreational areas of the KBR in the areas of development of scientific and technological progress have been identified. On the basis of the SWOT matrix, the objectives of the PST development strategy in the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic were de-termined creating conditions for the formation and promotion of a high-quality, competitive and affordable tourism product for citizens, strengthening the scientific and educational role of popular science tourism. Tasks for their achievement are formulated. It is concluded that there is a need for a targeted and resource-provided regional policy to neutralize the weaknesses of the tourist potentialтof the KBR in the field of popular science tourism and threats to its development, to maximize the effective use of the region’s opportunities and resources.
AchieveAI: Uncover Your Strengths with NLP
Authors: Gadade Malhar , Jadhav Vinayak , Dixit Om , Mane Pramod
Published: November 2023

In today's digital age, the exponential accumulation of personal and academic documents demands a transformative self-assessment platform. "AchieveAI: Uncover Your Strengths with NLP" responds to this need, offering a comprehensive solution for users. This innovative web application enables registered users to upload a range of documents, including academic transcripts and achievement certificates, and employs sophisticated Natural Language Processing (NLP) algorithms to analyze the content. The paper outlines the methodologies, technologies, and NLP algorithms used to develop "AchieveAI." It highlights the significance of such a platform in education, career development, and personal growth. The system generates personalized reports assessing strengths is in critical domains such as communication skills and project ideation. Through the integration of NLP and machine learning techniques, this project brings actionable insights, fostering personal and professional development. The implications of "AchieveAI" extend to education, human resources, and personal growth, offering individuals a path to realize their uncharted potential. The paper emphasizes the multifaceted contributions and prospects of this project in the context of self-assessment and personal development.