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“LTCI” Mode Enables the Construction of Maker Teams of Foreign Language Majors of Application-Oriented Universities
Authors: Fu Huijun , Zhang Guangtian , Wu Qing
Published: August 2023

From the perspective of “Learning, Training, Competition and Innovation” (LTCI) mode, this paper focuses on the construction of maker teams of foreign language majors of Baoding University, one of the typical application-oriented universities in Hebei province, China. It first introduces the background of the study, indicating the importance of carrying out innovation and entrepreneurship education, and the value of “LTCI” mode. Then a review of the literature shows the need for this study. After that, the paper analyzes the status quo of the foreign language maker teams at Baoding University. Based on the existing problems, the researcher proposes the framework and implementation plan on the construction of maker teams of foreign language majors with “LTCI” involvement. It is expected that the research will promote the innovation and entrepreneurial capabilities of the foreign language maker teams, and enhance the output of innovative foreign language talents.
PENETRATING NECK INJURY EVALUATION AND MANAGEMENT
Authors: Mukul Yadav  , Deepchand  , Gaurav Gupta  , Vivek Samor  , Subhash
Published: August 2023

Objective: To study the prevalence of penetrating neck injuries in north-west Rajasthan. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study on 50 patients with penetrating injury to the neck and of either sex fulfilling inclusion and exclusion criteria, who visit our Trauma Centre and ENT OPD at PBM hospital Bikaner during 01 Jan 2022 to 01 Jan 2023. Patients was evaluated and resuscitated as per Advanced Trauma Life Support Protocols. If the patient is stable a multi-detectorcomputed tomography (MDCT) Angiography will be done and treatment was done accordingly. All patients were observed for at least 48 hours prior to discharge. Follow up of all patients was done at 4 weeks and 3 months post discharge. Results: Mean age of study population was 31.53 ± 9.24 yr with age range of 18–70 yr. Maximum 90% caseswere male; 54% cases were urban. 48% cases were in II zone, followed by 24% in III rd zone, 16% in IVth Zone, whereasminimum 12% had injury in multiple zones. conservative treatment was done in 34% cases, 33 cases were treated by surgery out of which 57.57% were treated by surgical debridement and primary wound closure, 88% cases were cured and1(2%) case were died. Conclusion: A proper evaluation, rapid air way intervention and proper surgical repair are essential for a successful outcome. Early management of laryngeal injury within first 24 hours seems to bear the bestresults for air way and voice.
Localidad y conexión digital como factores de competitividad de las Pymes
Authors: Segura Hernández Amadeo
Published: August 2023

Esta investigación persigue identificar las locaciones, sus interacciones y comportamientos que influyen en la competitividad sistémica de las Pymes poblanas del sector automovilístico y autopartes, empleando el Diseño de Triangulación Concurrente en varios niveles, dado que la información recolectada se obtuvo mediante entrevistas directas personalizadas a representantes de distintos grupos, con muestreo no probabilístico, sin embargo, sí representativo por la cuidadosa selección de las poblaciones consideradas. Los resultados muestran que la localidad influye en la competitividad para las Pymes, sumidas en un aislamiento que las aleja tanto en su espacio físico como en el entorno de la conexión digital.
Resiliencia cultural agroalimentaria VS expansión del mercado: El caso del maíz y maguey pulquero frente a la cebada en el Altiplano Central de México
Authors: Flores Paredes Joaquín
Published: August 2023

En el contexto de la globalización económica en la que se ha insertado México, algunas ramas productivas como la industria cervecera han resultado favorecidos y otras, menos competitivas como la producción tradicional de maíz, se han visto sometidas a una condición desventajosa. En el Altiplano Central de México compiten por el uso del suelo y el agua, la producción de la materia prima de la cerveza –cebada-, con la producción de maíz y maguey pulquero; este último, al igual que el maíz, tienen raíces prehispánicas y fue desplazado por la cerveza desde hace varias décadas del mercado de bebidas alcohólicas. Aquí es presentada una aproximación al estudio de la capacidad de resiliencia cultural agroalimentaria, tomando como referencia al maíz y el maguey pulquero, frente a la cebada.
Cloud Computing: Programming Model and Information Exchange Mechanism
Authors: Patil Ganesh , Salukhe Adarsh , Mahajan Shubham , Pawar Aniruddha , Patil Prof. Priyanka S.
Published: August 2023

Abstract: As an utterly new Internet application instance, Cloud computing will be the top way to access benefits and announcements momentarily. The hypothesis concentrates on the intention of Cloud computing and its application occasions, putting six technical benefits based on the commencement of its technical characteristics and investigations of the programming and assignment scheduling representative according to the present-used cloud computing strategy. Examples are applied to explain the programming process, its modifying directions, and the circle within which services and resources are exchanged. For the motivation of Cloud computing, how the social web may expand the Qos through transforming the kindness load will be debated. The development of Cloud computing is estimated at the end of the thesis.
Experimental Investigation and Optimization of Blow Molding Process Parameters of HDPE Material
Authors: Rajput Manoj , Nikalje Dr. A. M.
Published: August 2023

Abstract: Optimization of machining processes is essential for achieving higher productivity and high-quality products in order to remain competitive. The objective of this study is to optimize the process parameter of extrusion blow molding process of high density polyethylene (HDPE). In this paper three process parameters namely barrel temperature, Mandrel Position, Screw Rotation. Taguchi Method is a statistical method to improve the process parameters and improve the quality of components that are manufactured. ANOVA has been carried out to identify importance of the operating parameters on the performance characteristics considered. Further the verification experiment has been carried out to confirm the performance of optimum parameters. The results from this study will be useful for selecting appropriate set of process parameters to epoxy coating has been selected. The analysis of variance (ANOVA) has been used to determine effect of each parameter on wear rate so Finally, the confirmation test has been carried out to compare the predicted value of wear rate with the experimental value.
Smart Office Automation with Support of Multiple Language Accessibility
Authors: N Sneha. , Sundaram Meenakshi , Ranjan Rajeev , Chakrabarti Anandrupa
Published: August 2023

Abstract: The Internet of Things (IoT) has gained significant momentum recently. Embedded systems are ubiquitous in our daily lives, connecting everyday things to a network. We can now operate, monitor, and do a variety of tasks effectively from a distance thanks to IoT-enabled gadgets. The word "smart" is now frequently used to describe cutting-edge technology, particularly those that incorporate artificial intelligence. The increased need to address environmental, economic, and social concerns has helped these notions flourish. Enhancing communication and collaboration amongst employees from various linguistic origins is one of the main advantages of a multilingual smart office automation system. A multilingual smart office automation system can also assist businesses in meeting legal requirements in different countries. Companies must provide documents and other materials in the local tongue in accordance with the rules and regulations of many nations. Companies can more easily meet these criteria with the use of a multilingual system, lowering their risk of fines and legal repercussions.
Quantitative Analysis of Drug from Bulk as Well as Formulation
Authors: Deshmukh Omkar , Mehendre Sonali , Nayak Smita
Published: August 2023

Abstract: A simple, precise, accurate method was developed for the estimation of molnupiravir by RP HPLC. Chromatographic conditions used are stationary phase Hemochrom C18 (4.6mm x 250mm x 5μm), mobile phase methanol for 5 minutes then 0.1% orthophosphoric acid and methanol in a ratio of 50:50 from 5 – 20 min. The flow rate was maintained at 1.0 ml/min, the detection wavelength was 235 nm, column temperature was set to 30. C and diluent were water and methanol (50:50) was finalized as an optimized method. System suitability parameters were studied by injecting the standard six times and the results were well under acceptance limits. Theretention time for molnupiravir was 10 min. The method was validated for linearity, accuracy, precision, specificity, the limit of quantification, detection, and robustness. The limit of detection and limit of quantificationwas found to be 0.5 μg/ml and 1.5 μg/ml respectively and recovery of molnupiravir from molnupiravir capsule was found 98.72 %. The proposed method was successfully applied for the quantitative determination of molnupiravir capsule formulation.
Comparative Study of Deep Learning Algorithms for Classification of Lung Cancer Types from Histopathological Images
Authors: Thomas Alfy , Shaji Kavya , Nair Kalyani C
Published: August 2023

Abstract: Global cancer statistics shows that Lung cancer is the 2nd most common cancer and the leading cause of cancerrelated mortality worldwide in 2020.Histopathology image analysis act as the prominent technique for cancer diagnosis. The assessment of whole-slide histopathology images remains a limiting factor for timely treatments. The automation of histopathology analysis is a much-needed solution to alleviate the burden of workload and tackle the problem of medical personnel scarcity in underserved regions and populations. To help make the classification of cancer-type techniques less formidable to at least a certain extent, this report presents a comparative analysis of deep learning algorithms for the efficient classification of lung cancer types. We have compared six different pre-trained Convolutional neural networks (CNN) to find the one best suitable for the classification of lung cancer types. The models include ResNet50 , VGG-16 , EfficientNet-B0, InceptionV3 , DenseNet121, and NasNetLarge . The models were trained using histopathology images from dataset LC25000. 4 different evaluation metrics, which are accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-score were used. We could achieve the highest accuracy using EfficientNetB0, which was 99.77%, while ResNet50 yielded an accuracy of 99.66% and VGG-16 gave an accuracy of 93.50%. Overall, we can say that this research can aid in implementing models that can increase the efficiency and accuracy in the lung cancer type classification in biomedical fields.
Efektivitas teknik relaksasi dalam menurunkan tingkat kecemasan pada PMI di shelter KBRI Kuala Lumpur
Authors: Dahlan Nurfatihah , Amalia Sofa , Mashuri Muhammad Fath
Published: August 2023

The problems experienced by Indonesian migrant workers are very diverse, such as employment problems, neglect and so on. This can trigger anxiety so that handling efforts such as relaxation are needed. This study aims to test the effectiveness of relaxation in reducing anxiety levels in Indonesian migrant workers at the Shelter of the Indonesian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur. This study used a quantitative approach with a pre-experimental research design in the form of a one-group pretest-posttest design that measured adaptation to the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS-21). The population in this study were all PMIs with moderate to high levels of anxiety who were at the Indonesian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur. The sampling technique used in this study was non-random sampling with purposive sampling technique. The data that has been obtained from the field is then processed by JASPO.16 (Jeffreys' Amazing Statistics Program) using Wilcoxon signed-rank test analysis. The results of this study indicate that the hypothesis is rejected, namely relaxation is not effective in reducing anxiety for Indonesian Migrant Workers who are in Shelters at the Indonesian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur, as seen from a probability of 0.098 (p > 0.05). The rank-biserial correlation (rB) as an effect size with a value of 1,000 r_b > 0.5 indicates a large effect size.
Hubungan pengungkapan diri dengan pemaafan pada remaja
Authors: Audry Nada De , Masturah Alifah Nabilah
Published: August 2023

Forgiveness to others can be given when self-disclosure has been made. This study aims to determine the relationship between self-disclosure and forgiveness in adolescents. The research design uses a non-experimental quantitative type of correlational study. Subjects were 199 high school (SMA) youth and equivalent. The sampling technique uses accidental sampling. The measuring tool uses the Conceptualizing and Measuring Self-Disclosure scale and the Transgression-Related Interpersonal Motivation scale (TRIM-18). Results Analysis of the data using Spearman's rho showed a negative relationship between self-disclosure and forgiveness (r=-0.487; p<0.001). This means that adolescents who are more open in expressing themselves will tend to find it more difficult to forgive others. Thus, explaining oneself broadly and deeply is done by adolescents because they have not forgiven other people who are in conflict with them.
Keywords: Adolescences, forgiveness, self-disclosure
Pengaruh self-efficacy terhadap perilaku komunikasi seksual orang tua-remaja yang dimediasi oleh niat
Authors: Puspitasari Riska , Maimunah Siti , Firdiyanti Retno
Published: August 2023

Adolescence is a time when individuals begin to explore and experiment with sex. Parents play an important role in directing and providing support to adolescents regarding sexuality so that adolescents do not fall into unwanted things. Integrated Behavior Model (IBM) theory is a theory that suppresses individual behavior change determined by intention. Intention cannot be formed without self-efficacy. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of self-efficacy on parent-adolescent sexual communication behavior mediated by intention. This research uses a quantitative approach with a correlational research design. The subjects of this study were 315 parents who came from various cities in Indonesia and had teenage children aged 14-17 years. Analysis of the data in this study uses mediation analysis to measure that the intention to be a mediator of self-efficacy on sexual communication behavior. The results showed that self-efficacy had a direct effect on the estimate value -0.037  and indirectly or through the intention on parent-adolescent sexual communication behavior with an estimate value 0.013. It is also hoped that parents can increase the desire to engage in sexual communication with their teenagers.
Keywords: Intentions, self-efficacy, sexual communication, sexual communication behavior
Síndrome cardiorrenal en pacientes con falla cardiaca en un hospital universitario
Authors: Rozo Ortiz Edwar Jassir , Guerrero Peña Paula Andrea , Vargas Rodríguez Ledmar Jovanny , Barrera Corredor Angélica Paola , Méndez Nicole Tatiana , Gil Forero María Camila , Barón Sanchez Alfonso , Acosta Pérez Camila Andrea , Velasco Castro Julio César
Published: August 2023

Introducción: el síndrome cardiorrenal se define como la coexistencia de desórdenes entre el corazón y el riñón en la que la alteración de uno causa la disfunción del otro, de forma aguda o crónica.
Objetivo: determinar la frecuencia de síndrome cardiorrenal y las características sociodemográficas y clínicas en pacientes hospitalizados con falla cardiaca.
Metodología: se realizó un estudio observacional y descriptivo que incluyó pacientes con falla cardiaca que fueron hospitalizados entre el 2018 y el 2021 en un hospital en Boyacá, Colombia. Se incluyeron las variables demográficas, clínicas, diagnósticas y los antecedentes, para la evaluación y el análisis de la información.
Resultados: se incluyó a 347 pacientes, donde la frecuencia del síndrome cardiorrenal fue del 10?%, 20,17?% de zona urbana, 16,13?% de sexo masculino, 21,61?% con hipertensión arterial, 9,79?% con diabetes mellitus y 8,64?% con enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica. Las características clínicas fueron: 12,10?% cursaron con insuficiencia cardiaca preservada, 10,08?% con insuficiencia cardiaca reducida y 12,68?% eran del cuadrante de Stevenson estadio C, todos con síndrome cardiorrenal.
Conclusiones: el síndrome cardiorrenal es una afectación de origen multicausal, la presentación clínica depende del órgano causante de la disfunción y, típicamente, los pacientes con esta entidad clínica han cursado con alguna descompensación que genera ingresos a hospitalización, cambios en la calidad de vida, peor pronóstico y mortalidad.
Nearly-frustration-free ground state preparation
Authors: Thibodeau Matthew , Clark Bryan K.
Published: August 2023

Solving for quantum ground states is important for understanding the properties of quantum many-body systems, and quantum computers are potentially well-suited for solving for quantum ground states. Recent work [1] has presented a nearly optimal scheme that prepares ground states on a quantum computer for completely generic Hamiltonians, whose query complexity scales as δ−1, i.e. inversely with their normalized gap. Here we consider instead the ground state preparation problem restricted to a special subset of Hamiltonians, which includes those which we term "nearly-frustration-free": the class of Hamiltonians for which the ground state energy of their block-encoded and hence normalized Hamiltonian α−1H is within δy of -1, where δ is the spectral gap of α−1H and 0≤y≤1. For this subclass, we describe an algorithm whose dependence on the gap is asymptotically better, scaling as δy/2−1, and show that this new dependence is optimal up to factors of log⁡δ. In addition, we give examples of physically motivated Hamiltonians which live in this subclass. Finally, we describe an extension of this method which allows the preparation of excited states both for generic Hamiltonians as well as, at a similar speedup as the ground state case, for those which are nearly frustration-free.
Predicted Mechanism of Action of Venom Toxins On Testicular Toxicity: An In-Silico Approach
Authors: N Awathade Karthik , Kumar J. R  , Shruthi Govindaraju , Varadaraju Kavitha Raj , K. S Kiran
Published: August 2023

Snake envenomation is considered as a neglected disease from world health organization. Recent survey states Indiahas the highest rate of around 1.2 million deaths. As a pathophysiological effect, snake bite is contributing for major toxicity onhuman organ systems. As a secondary outcome of snake bite, testicular toxicity on the later stages of envenomation gaining moreinterest in recent years. But till date none of the studies have explored the field with the major toxins of the viper venom. Basedon the review, our aim of the study was to predict the possible mechanism of action of the viper toxins against testicular toxicity.Hence to achieve the aim of the study, the objectives framed to perform the in-silico docking of major viper venom toxins namelyVRV-PL-V and VRV-PL-VIIIa against human testicular tight junction and extra cellular matrix proteins. Docking results of our datademonstrated the prominent interaction of VRV-Pl-VIIIa with claudin, occludin, TGF-β and Tubulin α/β with the strong hydrogenbonds where as VRV-PL-V exhibited very poor hydrophobic interactions. VRV-PL-V structure was available and hence thestructure was predicted and its stability was confirmed before docking. Occludin, TGF-β and Tubulin-α proteins shared multiplehydrogen bonds with the toxin VRV-PL-VIIIa whereas claudin and Tubulin-α had numerous hydrophobic interactions with theVRV-PL-VIIIa toxin. On discussion, our docking studies state the impressive binding intensity of VRV-PL-VIIIa over VRV-PL-Vwhere it showed binding ability only with Tubulin α and β that too with weak interactions. In conclusion, our overall studies justifythe previous reports of VRV-PL-VIIIa on testicular toxicity.
Effectiveness of Home-Based Otago Exercise Program Versus Frenkel’s Exercise in Preventing Falls in Elderly Adults
Authors: Tep Abenle , Baruah Trishna Saikia , Paul Mantu , Dihidar Niharika , Dutta Abhijit
Published: August 2023

Fall is the major concern for elderly adults, which can lead to chronic disability and dependency level increases.Impaired muscle strength and instability in balance are the most common causes of falls in older adults. This study aims to findthe effectiveness of a home-based Otago exercise program versus Frenkel's exercise in preventing falls in the elderly. In addition,this study aims to compare the efficacy of a home-based Otago exercise program versus Frenkel's exercise for assessing fall riskand fear of falls. This was a comparative study with thirty subjects who perceived fear of falls, or a history of falls takenconsidering the inclusion criteria, where Group A received Otago exercise (strengthening and balance exercises) and Group Breceived Frenkel's exercise (in supine, sitting and standing positions) with 15 subjects in each group. Timed up and go (TUG) forassessing balance and fall efficacy scale (FES) for determining risk and fear of falls were used as outcome measures. The paired 'ttestwas used to compare both groups' pre and post-intervention results, and the independent 't'-test was used to comparegroups. Group A mean TUG score improved from 16.200 to 11.066, FES 74.733 to 67.866 and Group B's mean TUG score was16.000 to 11.733, FES 75.666 to 69.400. It was found that t = -1.711 is insignificant (p=.098 >0.05). Hence, the home-basedOtago exercise program and Frenkel's exercise were equally effective in improving the balance of the patients. Compared tothe risk and fear of falling, home-based Otago exercise was more effective than Frenkel's.
Peningkatan Keamanan dan Efisiensi Koneksi Jaringan Antar Cabang Dengan Menggunakan CISCO Software-Defined Wan (SD-WAN) (Studi Kasus : BANK XYZ)
Authors: Sulistyo Febryo Ponco
Published: August 2023

Software Defined WAN or better known as SDWAN has now become a technology that is hype and has a lot of interest, in addition to simplifying SDWAN operations, it can also reduce operational costs, especially links. Researchers will make it within the scope of the PoC Lab (Proof of Concept) so that later the results from this PoC can show the expected results, namely being able to improve the security of connections between branches and the results achieved by devices between branches whose connections are successful using SD-WAN with traffic and data that already encrypted with IPSEC and also other features by the Cisco SDWAN
Optimalisasi Data Tidak Seimbang Pada Data Nasabah Koperasi dalam Pemberian Pinjaman Menggunakan Random Oversampling
Authors: Amir Richky Faizal , Andreyestha Andreyestha , Nawawi Imam , Ramadan Rino
Published: August 2023

Cooperatives have developed from time to time, in providing services, credit cooperatives certainly have certain requirements as prospective customers to receive loans. Cooperatives need to check whether interested parties will receive loans. Loans to customers are the main source of income for cooperatives. In data mining, there are several classification algorithms that can be used for credit analysis, including the Random Forest and the C4.5 Algorithm. Data on prospective customers received from cooperatives as a condition for applying for credit is processed using Random Forest data mining and C4.5 Algorithm to support credit analysis in order to obtain accurate information on whether the prospect who applies for credit is feasible or not, this study was conducted to classify loans to prospective customers. cooperative customers using the Random Forest method and the C4.5 Algorithm which is optimized by Random Oversampling because the dataset is in an unbalanced condition. In testing the C4.5 Algorithm which is optimized with Random Oversampling, it gets an accuracy of 78.03%, where the accuracy increases by 7.89% from the previous 70.14%. Meanwhile, Random Forest with Random Oversampling has an accuracy value of 87.12%, an increase of 23.69% from the previous Random Forest test of 63.43
Desain Perancangan Sistem Pakar Pemeriksaan Dimensi Dan Arah Pada Tanda Tangan
Authors: Permadi Andhy
Published: August 2023

The signature is a fully reliable proof of identity to explain the authenticity of a document, which becomes a serious problem that the acceptance of a signature as evidence of a person's recognition, in this case, is not accompanied by its identification, this causes great danger to the possibility of forgery and various other crimes related to signatures. The lack of experts and the lack of application of knowledge about this, and the development of crimes in this field, it is necessary to overcome using investigations based on science and technology as a tool for the prevention and prosecution of crimes, especially in the field of signature examination. The design of the expert system in this study is designed to assist signature examiners in anticipating the increasing crime of signature forgery, with restrictions on the dimensions and direction of the signature.
Pemodelan Topik Menggunakan Latent Dirichlet Allocation pada Ulasan Aplikasi PeduliLindungi
Authors: Akbar Jihadul , M. Tamrizal A. , Tolla Yefta , Ahmad Abdulrahmat E , Yaqin Ainul , Utami Ema
Published: August 2023

Pandemi covid-19 yang melanda seluruh dunia termasuk Indonesia, membutuhkan langkah-langkah pencegahan seperti penelusuran (tracing), pelacakan (tracking) dan pemberian peringatan (warning dan fencing). Salah satu langkah pencegahan yang dilakukan Pemerintah adalah melalui Keputusan Menteri Komunikasi dan Informatika Nomor 171 Tahun 2020 tentang Penetapan Aplikasi Pedulilindungi Dalam Rangka Pelaksanaan Surveilans Kesehatan Penanganan Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19), menetapkan aplikasi Pedulilindungi sebagai aplikasi surveilans kesehatan penanganan COVID-19. Berbagai komentar disampaikan masyarakat terhadap aplikasi pedulilindungi termasuk melalui kolom ulasan pada playstore. Pada penelitian ini akan dilakukan pemodelan topik menggunakan LDA terhadap ulasan masyarakat tentang aplikasi pedulilindungi. Jumlah data yang digunakan pada penelitian ini sebanyak 13.731 data yang didapatkan dengan melakukan scraping pada google play mulai tanggal 15 september s/d 6 desember 2021 menggunakan library google scrapping. Langkah-langkah yang dilakukan dalam penelitian ini adalah preprocessing dataset, melakukan proses word2vec, menghitung nilai coherence dan melakukan pemodelan topik. Berdasarkan perhitungan nilai coherence pembagian jumlah topik yang ideal adalah 5, kemudian setelah diproses menggunakan algoritma LDA kesimpulan dari ke 5 topik tersebut didefinisikan sebagai kendala pendaftaran, sertifikat vaksin, tanggal lahir yang tidak sesuai, kendala membuka aplikasi dan keluhan pengguna aplikasi.
Penerapan Adaptive Neuro Fuzzy Infrence System (ANFIS) dalam Prediksi Produksi Tembakau di Jember
Authors: Matsniya Azimatul , Riski Abduh , Kamsyakawuni Ahmad
Published: August 2023

Tembakau merupakan salah satu komoditas perkebunan di Indonesia. Kabupaten Jember merupakan penghasil tembakau kualitas dunia terbesar di Jawa Timur. Produksi tembakau di Kabupaten Jember mengalami fluktuasi setiap tahunnya sehingga perlu dilakukan prediksi produksi tembakau dengan menggunakan ANFIS (Adaptive Neuro Fuzzy Inference System). Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memprediksi produksi tembakau di Kabupaten Jember. Data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah curah hujan, luas lahan panen tembakau, produktivitas tembakau, dan produksi tembakau di Kabupaten Jember. Jaringan ANFIS yang dibuat terdiri dari tiga variabel input dan satu variabel output. Fungsi   keanggotaan yang digunakan adalah generalized bell dan gaussian dengan total fungsi keanggotaan sebesar tiga buah. Jenis output dibagi menjadi dua, yaitu linier dan konstan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa model terbaik adalah menggunakan fungsi keanggotaan generalized bell tipe output konstan dengan nilai MAPE pada proses pelatihan dan pengujian berturut-turut adalah 0,00015% dan 0,091%. Hasil prediksi produksi tembakau pada tahun 2021 adalah 199.603,71 kuintal. Variabel yang paling berpengaruh untuk produksi tembakau adalah curah hujan dan produktivitas tembakau.
Monitoring and Control System of Server Devices Based on IoT Using Sugeno Fuzzy
Authors: Syafriyal Achmad , Ashari Ilham Firman , Nugroho Eko Dwi
Published: August 2023

Fire is a disaster or disaster caused by a fire, it can happen anywhere and anytime. Server is a very important asset for owners of companies or institutions that implement information technology. The importance of a server in an agency is because the server has applications and databases that store all important and valuable information for the company. A server must have security standards that protect the work of the devices in it and one of them is the temperature on the server device must always be in good condition. For this reason, in this study, a system that can perform supervision and control related to temperature, smoke and fire levels and can send notifications of the state of the server device is safe or not using the fuzzy logic of the Sugeno method. From the test results, the system can determine various server device conditions with accuracy reaching 100%. In fuzzy testing, the percentage of success is 100%. This shows that the results of testing the fuzzy method on the system are in accordance with the design that has been made. The system can determine the condition of the server device (Safe, Standby, Danger).
Analisis Manajemen Bandwidth dan Keamanan Jaringan Menggunakan Metode Hierarchical Token Bucket dan Port Knocking Pada Router Mikrotik
Authors: Ocha Safira Nareza , Wahyudi Eka , Khair Fauza
Published: August 2023

Penelitian membahas tentang penerapan manajemen bandwidth dan keamanan jaringan menggunakan metode hierarchical token bucket dan port knocking pada router mikrotik. Pada penelitian ini mengambil contoh kasus penerapan yang sudah dilakukan di Perumdam Tirta Satria yang melakukan manajemen bandwidth dengan alokasi bandwidth dari provider sebesar 150Mbps. Serta penerapan kemamanan jaringan menggunakan metode port knocking yang dapat mengatur dan membatasi user / client dalam mengakses server atau koneksi public. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui seberapa efektif penerapan metode hierarchical token bucket dan port knocking pada router mikrotik. Pengujian dilakukan dengan mengukur Quality of service (QoS) menggunakan tools wireshark pada server jaringan setelah diterapkan nya metode tersebut. Dari hasil pengujian QoS dapat diketahui bahwa penerapan metode tersebut berhasil sangat baik dengan nilai  throughput 73,059kbps (standart >100kbps), delay 0,007163 ms (standart <1 ms), jitter 0,000833 ms (standart <1 ms) dan packet loss 0% (standart 0%). Serta dalam pengujian scanning port dapat dilihat hasil bahwa port tersebut dalam status filtered yang berarti port tersebut hanya bisa di akses oleh koneksi yang sudah di tertukan di router mikrotik.
Chinese Development Aid and Finance: Effective Soft Power Tool or Public Diplomacy Liability? A Spatial Study of Project Influence
Authors: Toettoe Benjamin
Published: August 2023

China has risen to become a significant donor of foreign aid and assistance in recent years. As with other major donors, such economic flows in the provenance of China are tied to the latterʼs strategic aims. Specifically, the use of economic outlays as a tool of soft power and public diplomacy has been identified as a key motivation in Chinese disbursement decisions. However, studies examining the empirical success of Chinese foreign aid and assistance in acting as such have, so far, come to diverging conclusions. This study offers an investigation of the spatially diffused effects of infrastructure project sites tied to Chinese funding sources on local public opinion in Ecuador, a country that offers an interesting case showcasing the effects of the unfolding great power competition on local public opinion. We find, that controlling for socio-economic and ideological individual characteristics holding the potential to affect survey respondentsʼ views on China, project influence is significantly and negatively correlated with levels of trust in the Chinese government. These results suggest that the frequently mediatized negative local spillover effects of Chinese-funded or financed infrastructure projects make it unlikely for Chinaʼs foreign aid and assistance to achieve its envisioned purpose of furthering the countryʼs soft power and positive image beyond its borders.
A Comparative Analysis of the Japanese Overseas SEZ in Phnom Penh and the Chinese Overseas SEZ in Sihanoukville, Cambodia: from the Perspective of Porter’s Diamond Model
Authors: Zhao Shulan , Tan Chai Ching
Published: August 2023

This study focuses on the development and influence of special economic zones (SEZs), examining factors such as enterprise competitiveness, main industries, supply chain relationships, and the development environment of the zones. The lack of a consistent framework for assessing the performance and impact of SEZs has been a challenge in research. To address this, the paper employs Porterʼs Diamond Model to analyze the factors that contribute to the development and influence of SEZs, suggesting that this model can serve as a comprehensive framework for future SEZ research. The existing research on SEZs in developing countries is found to be inadequate. However, the SEZs established in Cambodia through collaborations with China and Japan have played a significant role in the countryʼs rapid economic growth. By examining two specific cases — the Japanese-invested Phnom Penh SEZ and the Chinese-invested Sihanoukville SEZ — this study identifies common operational challenges faced by developing countries in establishing SEZs. Furthermore, by exploring different collaboration models and assessing the impacts on local communities, this research offers valuable insights for policymakers and international investors in their decision-making processes.
Digitalised Responses: Understanding the Digital Literary Spaces in the Light of Keshava Guha’s Accidental Magic
Authors: Ahmed Sapphire Mahmood , Sultana K. Rizwana
Published: August 2023

Literature was quick to respond to emerging digital technologies in the late 1990s. Fiction writing and publishing took to the Internet, although traditional methods of print publication largely remained in place. However, it became evident that the literary world had embraced online platforms to produce and consume literature. Keshava Guha’s debut novel Accidental Magic (2019) captures this transformation from print to the digital world in the early 2000s. This paper is a study on how digital technology is adopted and utilised by literary readers in Accidental Magic. It also analyses digital technology’s impact on the art of storytelling. The paper concludes that online communities have introduced a new means of storytelling, which is now a two-way process, unlike what was the case in the pre-internet era. Also, mainstream literature is frequently and actively challenged – and promoted – on digital media. Guha’s novel illustrates how online platforms impact the lives of four people, suggesting that such platforms have the power to change the dynamics of human relationships and alter reader interactions with literature in general.
(Re)Visiting the Traumatised Indian Matriarch Through Contemporary Retellings: A Psycho-Cultural Exploration
Authors: S Abhirami , Mishra Smrutisikta
Published: August 2023

The Mahabharata (composed in Sanskrit sometime between 400 BC and 400 AD), is one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India. It has been used as a source of inspiration for various literary, artistic, and cultural expressions, and its themes and characters have been reinterpreted to reflect contemporary political and social concerns. This has led to the creation of new interpretations and revisions of the epic, which have challenged traditional narratives and added new perspectives to the epic’s cultural significance. Focusing on Kavita Kané ‘s The Fisher Queen’s Dynasty, the paper suggests that the trauma experienced by Satyavati in her infancy shaped her character and her actions as the Queen of Hastinapur. The author analyses the influence of trauma in her life and how it led to her determination to re-establish a powerful clan. The author’s perspective offers a unique interpretation of Satyavati’s character and highlights the importance of considering the impact of traumatic experiences on an individual’s life and behaviour. The protagonist’s abandonment by her father was a traumatic event that influenced her emotional fabric and perception of the world. She was constantly haunted by a past that fuelled her insecurities and anxieties. The paper analyses this modern narrative representation of female desire for power and autonomy (which is repressed by the patriarchy) and how this desire can originate in past traumatic experiences.
U.S. Civil War Redux? A Prevue
Authors: García-Osuna Alfonso J.
Published: August 2023

The thought that the United States could engage in a second civil war is disturbing, as it represents a significant threat to the stability not only of one nation, but also of the world. Harbouring the idea of such a conflict is not as outlandish as it might seem at first glance: Several movements that have gained attention in recent years seem to be preparing for such a scenario. The two that are most interesting, essentially because they come with territorial claims, are the Greater Idaho Movement, which advocates for the secession of rural counties in eastern Oregon and northern California to join the state of Idaho and create a super-state, and the American Redoubt, which supports the establishment of a territorial entity that would include most of Greater Idaho plus Montana and Wyoming. Significantly, northern Colorado, along with North and South Dakota, while ideologically in tune with American Redoubt political and cultural philosophies, are specifically excluded in the territorial plan for this super state, as they are mainly flat and therefore difficult to defend against a modern mechanised military. It is obvious that the American Redoubt’s hypothetical defensive operations are being calculated to thwart United States Army advances in case of conflict. I will argue here that these movements’ ideology is secessionist, and that they may cause armed conflict in the United States, the likelihood and scale of which is difficult to determine.
Advances in common in vitro cellular models of pulmonary fibrosis
Authors: Li Die , Qian Weibin , Zhang Xinyue , Song Ziqiong , Zhao Shan , Huang Yuan , Cai Xinrui
Published: August 2023

The establishment of in vitro models plays a vital role in understanding
and investigating pulmonary fibrosis (PF) at the cellular and molecular
levels. In this paper, we conduct a literature review and provide an
analysis of various cellular models used in scientific experiments,
along with their applications in understanding the pathogenesis of PF.
Our studies indicate that a comprehensive understanding of PF should not
be based on a single cell type or organ, but on a multi-organ,
multi-level, and multi-perspective approach. Primary cells demonstrate
superior cell growth characteristics and gene expression profiles.
However, challenges such as limited availability, difficulties in
maintenance, inability for continuous propagation, and susceptibility to
phenotype loss over time significantly restrict their utility in
scientific research. On the other hand, replacement cell lines can be
easily obtained, cultured, and continuously propagated, but their
phenotypic characteristics are somewhat different compared to primary
cells. In vitro co-culture models offer a more practical and precise
means to elucidate the intricate interactions between cells, tissues,
and organs. Therefore, when constructing pathology models of PF,
researchers should carefully consider the advantages, limitations, and
relevant mechanisms associated with different cell models for selection
according to the research objectives.
Phenotypic characterization and whole genome analysis of a multidrug-resistant Corynebacterium glucuronolyticum strain isolated from genitourinary tract for the first time in Latin America
Authors: Prates Fernanda , Santos Louisy , Viana Marcus Canário , Sant'anna Lincoln Oliveira de , Brenig Bertram , Rodrigues Diego Neres , Mattos-Guaraldi Ana , Azevedo Vasco , Aburjaile Flávia Figueira , Ramos Juliana Nunes , Araújo Max
Published: August 2023

Corynebacterium spp. have emerged as opportunistic pathogens, with
increasing reports of isolation from patients with mild and severe
infections. Corynebacterial isolates were found expressing
multidrug-resistant (MDR) phenotypes in most cases. In the present work,
we report the isolation of an MDR C. glucuronolyticum strain from the
human urogenital tract. In addition, we provide comprehensive genomic
data of the isolate that was first identified by mass spectrometry
(MALDI-TOF) and had its antimicrobial susceptibility profile determined
by the disc diffusion method. Genomic analyses were applied to confirm
the species identification and predict genes involved in the virulence,
antimicrobial resistance, and CRISPR-Cas systems. C. glucuronolyticum
isolate exhibited resistance to benzylpenicillin, clindamycin, and
tetracycline. Two virulence (mprA and tlyC) and several antimicrobial
genes, including those related to tetracycline and lincosamides, were
found in the genome. Additionally, the Type I-E CRISPR-Cas system was
detected. Although C. glucuronolyticum has been isolated from patients
with human infections, mostly male patients with genitourinary tract
infections, its pathogenic potential is unclear. Presently, the clinical
resolution only occurred with antimicrobial treatment considering our
results, reinforcing that the antimicrobial susceptibility profile
should be performed in cases of infection caused by Corynebacterium
spp., especially in the face of the emergence of MDR isolates. Moreover,
our data revealed putative virulence and antimicrobial resistance
factors, which should be better characterized to understand the
pathogenicity potential of C. glucuronolyticum for the genitourinary
tract.
Optimal Energy Management of Integrated Energy System with Multiple Hydrogen Sources
Authors: Li zhiwei , Zhao Yuze , Wu Pei
Published: August 2023

Hydrogen is considered a promising alternative to fossil fuels in
integrated energy systems (IES). In order to reduce the cost of hydrogen
energy utilization and carbon emissions in IES, this paper proposes a
dispatching strategy that coordinates green hydrogen and blue hydrogen
in IES. This strategy takes into account the economic and low-carbon
complementarity between hydrogen production through water electrolysis
and natural gas. To ensure the refined utilization of different types of
hydrogen energy, the paper introduces the green hydrogen
production-storage-use module (GH-PSUM) and the blue hydrogen
production-storage-use module (BH-PSUM). Additionally, the paper
analyzes the flexibility in hydrogen load supply and proposes the
dynamic response mechanism of hydrogen load supply structure (DRM-HLSS)
to further reduce operating costs and carbon emissions. Furthermore, the
paper introduces the carbon trading mechanism (CTM) to control the
carbon emissions of the integrated energy system. The paper establishes
a low-carbon economic dispatch model by comprehensively considering the
constraints of each equipment and minimizing the total economic cost of
wind power operation, wind power curtailment penalty cost, energy
purchase cost, blue hydrogen purification cost, and carbon transaction
cost. The rationality of the scheduling model is verified through
comparative analysis of the scheduling results under multiple operating
scenarios.
Task-Shifting and the Recruitment and Retention of Eye Health Workers in Under-Served Areas: A Literature Review
Authors: JG Somerville , N Strang , S Jonuscheit
Published: August 2023

Introduction The global burden of blindness is unequally
distributed and affects rural areas to a greater extent. The World
Health Organisation has specified task-shifting and increasing human
resources for eye health as two strategies to improve access to eye care
in under-served areas. It is unknown whether factors contributing to the
successful task-shifting of mid-level eye care providers, and factors
that lead to their successful recruitment and/or retention in
under-served areas are similar or complementary. Methods A
literature review was undertaken focussing on Ghana and Scotland: two
countries that have implemented task-shifting in eye care.
Results Four main areas were highlighted that must be addressed
for task-shifting and recruitment/retention of eye care workers to be
successful: training, incentivising to work in the right areas,
motivation to stay, and the means of productivity. Discussion
Incentives are effective in both task-shifting and recruitment/retention
but both financial and non-financial incentives should be carefully
considered, including at the student stage. Incentives should be given
for trainers as well as trainees. Task-shifted clinicians are motivated
to remain through clear career progression, learning opportunities, good
relationships with colleagues and management, and suitable remuneration
for the increased responsibility. The ability to meet the actual need of
the population is important and requires the legal ability to prescribe
medication. Adequate resources like equipment and consumables are
required to maintain motivation. Conclusion Factors leading to
successful task-shifting and recruitment/retention of eye care workers
in under-served areas are similar. Designing strategies to improve these
should evaluate context-specific motivational factors.
A flash in the pan? The population dynamics of a dominant pioneer species in tropical dry forest succession
Authors: Dávila-Hernández Gerardo , Meave Jorge A. , Muñoz Rodrigo , González Edgar Javier
Published: August 2023

Globally, around half of all tropical forests are secondary communities
which are recovering from previous disturbances. In these communities,
dominant pioneers play a critical role in the successional dynamics due
their ability to modify the environment, and thus to facilitate or
hinder the performance of other species. In this study, we examined the
population dynamics of the dominant pioneer species, Mimosa
acantholoba var. eurycarpa, in a tropical dry forest during the
process of secondary succession. We collected data from permanent plots
over a period of 13 years and used integral projection models to analyze
the vital rates and changes in population size. Most vital rates were
negatively related to successional age, with resprouting, survival and
recruitment of individuals responding more strongly, and individual
growth rate more weakly. These vital-rate trends translated into
significant variation of population size over succession, with a maximum
size at year four and a rapid decline thereafter. Overall, our findings
suggest that this species benefits from its ability to display a large
number of resprouts in very early stages of succession, contributing to
the rapid increase in population density. However, as succession
unfolds, a lack of resprouting and a decline in survival reduce its
population size, to the point of local extinction. These results
highlight the importance of resprouting in the early dynamics of
tropical dry forest communities recovering from disturbance.