bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Uji Stabilitas dan Efektivitas Formulasi Serum Gel Ekstrak Bunga Melati (Jasmine sambac (L)) Sebagai Anti Jerawat
Authors: Malahayati Siti , Kurniawati Darini , Novianty Nadya , Noval Noval
Published: October 2024

Acne vulgaris atau yang biasa disebut jerawat merupakan masalah kulit berupa infeksi dan peradangan pada unit pilosebasea. Salah satu alternatif terapi yang sudah terbukti efektif untuk mengatasi jerawat berdasarkan uji pra klinik adalah bunga melati putih. Ekstrak bunga melati putih (Jasminum sambac l.) mampu menghambat pertumbuhan bakteri Propionibacterium acne. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melihat hasil stabilitas dan efektivitas formulasi sediaan serum gel ekstrak bunga melati sebagai anti jerawat. Metode yang digunakan dengan cara membuat konsentrasi ekstrak bunga melati yang berbeda-beda yaitu 12%, 13,5% dan 15% kemudian ketiga formula ini akan dilakukan uji efektivitas formula menggunakan nutrient agar dengan bakteri jerawat yaitu Propionibacterium acne, kemudian dilakukan uji stabilitas menggunakan metode stabilitas dipercepat dimana uji stabilitas dilakukan sebelum dan sesudah penyimpanan dengan suhu 40±20C dan RH 75% ± 5% menggunakan Climatic Chamber selama selama 30 hari dimana tiap sebelum dan sesudah penyimpanan dilakukan evaluasi yang meliputi uji pH, uji organoleptis, uji homogenitas, uji daya lekat, uji daya sebar, uji viskositas. Hasil yang diperoleh dianalisis secara statistik menggunakan metode Paired T-Test Hasil penelitian dari uji aktivitas antijerawat diperoleh hasil ekstrak bunga melati termasuk kategori antibakteri yang kuat. Hasil evaluasi pada semua formulasi memenuhi persyaratan uji pH, daya lekat, dan viskositas. Pada uji daya sebar formula 2 dan 3 memenuhi persyaratan, tetapi pada formula 1 tidak memenuhi persyaratan. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian formula 3 merupakan formula yang paling optimal dengan konsentrasi 15%.
Analisis Beban Pencemar dan Kapasitas Asimilasi Sungai Klinter Nganjuk
Authors: Kartikasari Amelia Novita , Mirwan Mohammad , Sutini Sutini
Published: October 2024

Klinter River in Nganjuk is subjected to pollution loads from various pollution sources, including domestic and industrial waste. Water quality can affect the condition of Klinter River, which is still used by the local community to support daily activities. The parameters analyzed include TSS, COD, BOD, NO3-, NO2-, NH3, PO4, and oil and grease, taken from data provided by the Nganjuk Environmental Agency. The study aims to assess the carrying capacity of Klinter River by analyzing pollutant loads and the river's assimilative capacity. Regression analysis is conducted to obtain equations and graphs illustrating the relationship between pollutant concentration and assimilation capacity for each parameter. The analysis results indicate that COD, BOD, and NH3 parameters are no longer able to undergo self-purification.
Analisis Status Mutu Air Sungai Gandong Kecamatan Dander Kabupaten Bojonegoro Menggunakan Metode Indeks Pencemaran
Authors: Izzah Nuril , Sitogasa Praditya Sigit Ardisty
Published: October 2024

Sungai Gandong merupakan sungai yang melalui Kabupaten Bojonegoro dengan panjang 45 km. Salah satu sumber air Sungai Gandong berada di Sumber Air “Growgoland” Kecamatan Dander. Penelitian dilakukan untuk menelaah beberapa parameter kualitas air di 6 titik Sungai Gandong ruas Kecamatan Dander sehingga dapat diketahui kondisi dan tingkat status mutu airnya. Parameter yang dianalisis yaitu pH, DO, BOD, COD, TSS, dan nitrat. Status mutu air dianalisis dengan Metode Indeks Pencemaran (IP) yang berpedoman pada Keputusan  Menteri Lingkungan Hidup No. 115 Tahun 2003 tentang Pedoman Penetapan Status Kualitas Air. Setelah dianalisis diperoleh Indeks Pencemaran (IP) ≤ 1 yang berarti sungai dalam kondisi baik. Nilai Indeks Pencemaran (Ip) terendah 0.527 di tiitk 0 dan tertinggi 0.907 di titik 3 Sungai Gandong.
Analisa Pengaruh Manajemen Material Terhadap Produktivitas Kerja Pada Proyek Konstruksi Gedung Bertingkat Di Kota Palangka Raya
Authors: Azzahra Putri , Respati Rida
Published: October 2024

Material management plays an important role in the process of implementing construction projects because materials are the largest cost component in the process. Material management is carried out to support timeliness, quantity accuracy, and cost accuracy. One way to achieve timeliness, quality, and cost is by implementing good work productivity. Productivity becomes a measure in considering whether a project is carried out effectively or not. This study aims to determine what factors in material management affect the productivity of construction project work. The method used in this research is quantitative. Data analysis using multiple linear regression tests with the help of the SPSS 23.0 application. The results of this study obtained a multiple linear regression equation Y = (3.684) + 0.025X1 + 0.043X2 - 0.039X3 - 0.013X5 + 0.031X7. Where the material management factors that affect project work productivity in this study are material procurement planning and scheduling, project organization and personnel, purchasing materials according to planning, storage and warehouse, and control and supervision.
Penerapan Kebijakan Data Privacy di Era Teknologi 5G di Indonesia
Authors: Fatmawati Yuli , Firdonsyah Arizona
Published: October 2024

Penelitian ini mengevaluasi penerapan kebijakan data privasi di Indonesia dalam konteks perkembangan teknologi 5G. Meskipun Undang-Undang Perlindungan Data Pribadi (UU PDP) telah memberikan kerangka hukum yang lebih jelas, penelitian ini mengidentifikasi sejumlah tantangan signifikan dalam implementasinya. Salah satu temuan utama adalah rendahnya tingkat kesadaran masyarakat mengenai hak-hak privasi mereka, yang meningkatkan risiko penyalahgunaan data pribadi di era 5G. Selain itu, penegakan hukum terhadap pelanggaran data pribadi dinilai masih lemah, dengan sanksi yang tidak memadai untuk memberikan efek jera. Penelitian ini juga menemukan bahwa infrastruktur keamanan siber di Indonesia belum sepenuhnya siap menghadapi kompleksitas yang dihadirkan oleh teknologi 5G dan perangkat Internet of Things (IoT). Celah dalam regulasi yang ada semakin memperburuk situasi ini, menyoroti kebutuhan akan revisi regulasi yang berkelanjutan. Untuk mengatasi tantangan tersebut, penelitian ini merekomendasikan kolaborasi antara pemerintah, sektor swasta, dan masyarakat sipil, serta peningkatan edukasi publik, penegakan hukum yang lebih ketat, dan inovasi dalam teknologi keamanan sebagai langkah-langkah penting untuk memperkuat perlindungan data privasi di Indonesia.
HybridEval: An Improved Novel Hybrid Metric for Evaluation of Text Summarization
Authors: Sarwar Raheem , Ahmad Bilal , Teh Pin Shen , Tuarob Suppawong , Thaipisutikul Tipajin , Zaman Farooq , Aljohani Naif R. , Zhu Jia , Hassan Saeed-Ul , Nawaz Raheel , Ansari Ali R , Fayyaz Muhammad A B
Published: October 2024

The present work re-evaluates the evaluation method for text summarization tasks. Two state-of-the-art assessment measures e.g., Recall-Oriented Understudy for Gisting Evaluation (ROUGE) and Bilingual Evaluation Understudy (BLEU) are discussed along with their limitations before presenting a novel evaluation metric. The evaluation scores are significantly different because of the length and vocabulary of the sentences, this suggests that the primary restriction is its inability to preserve the semantics and meaning of the sentences and consistent weight distribution over the whole sentence. To address this, the present work organizes the phrases into six different groups and to evaluate “text summarization” problems, a new hybrid approach (HybridEval) is proposed. Our approach uses a weighted sum of cosine scores from InferSent’s SentEval algorithms combined with original scores, achieving high accuracy. HybridEval outperforms existing state-of-the-art models by 10-15% in evaluation scores.
In Search of Suitable Methods for Cost-Benefit Analysis of Cyber Risk Mitigation in Offshore Wind: A Survey
Authors: Kam Yvonne Hwei-Syn , Jones Kevin , Rawlinson-Smith Robert , Tam Kimberly
Published: October 2024

In recent years, notable incidents have highlighted the vulnerability of wind energy infrastructure, making cybersecurity crucial for the offshore wind industry. However, justifying the costs of cybersecurity measures is essential. A cost benefit analysis (CBA) is commonly utilised to support decision-making for risk mitigation. With a cost benefit analysis, risk mitigation strategies that strike an optimal balance between the costs of mitigation measures and the resulting risk reduction can be identified. This survey of literature was carried out to identify the existing proposed solutions for cost benefit analysis on cyber risk mitigation measures for offshore wind cyber physical systems. After narrowing the area scope, a systematic search across Scopus and Web of Science, yielded 18 articles, of which six met the selection criteria. It was found that the there was a lack of cost benefit analysis of cybersecurity solutions for, or set in, the area of offshore wind directly. From the analysis of the surveyed works, suggestions on future directions were given. The existing literature found lacks detailed cost modelling for offshore wind, beyond general breakdowns encompassing capital, maintenance, and labour/installation expenses, risk and scenario loss. Some of the literature used contextual factors such as compatibility and effectiveness of mitigation measures, effects on OT performance, geographical location, geopolitical context, and installed rated power which could be adapted to suit offshore wind. Since offshore operations contribute significantly to costs, cost modelling and consideration of other relevant factors pertaining to this area would be beneficial if explored. As an emerging area, in the future we expect this research to be a basis and a methodology that can be expanded with a larger data set from other publications in the field. Thus, it represents an opportunity to advance knowledge in offshore wind cyber-physical systems.
Promoting a Sustainable Workplace with the “Shortened Working Week” (SWW): Empirical Insights from 1,000 White-Collar Workers in Poland.
Authors: Kotłowska Alicja
Published: October 2024

This paper explores the effectiveness of the Shortened Working Week (SWW) as a mechanism for advancing Sustainable Human Resource Management (SHRM). It begins by reviewing various SWW models implemented in pilot studies across the UK, Sweden, Japan, and the US. Next, the paper employs the Triple Bottom Line theoretical framework to assess the impact of SWW on SHRM. Furthermore, it presents empirical data from a survey of 1,000 white-collar employees in Polish organisations, examining their attitudes towards SWW. The findings suggest that a reduction in work hours can positively influence the social, economic, and environmental pillars of SHRM. Considering the varied preferences for SWW based on factors such as gender, family status, and company size, the paper recommends that managers consider flexible scheduling alternatives to the conventional Free Fridays model.
Application of Nano Technology in the Self-Cleaning Finishing of Textiles: A Review
Authors:   Chemistry department, college of sciences, university of Diyala, IRAQ, Mahmoud Zaid H. , Kianfar Ehsan ,   Young Researchers and Elite Club, Gachsaran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Gachsaran, Iran
Published: October 2024

Production of self-cleaning surfaces is possible with two methods of super hydrophobicity and photocatalytic decomposition of pollution. The basis of photocatalytic self-cleaning is the chemical decomposition of polluting substances using the photo-oxidation/reduction reaction due to incident radiation. Titanium dioxide or Titania is one of the most widely used materials in this field. The photocatalytic effect can lead to the destruction of organic compounds in the cell wall of bacteria and molecules of odor-causing compounds. Therefore, as a result of finishing with photocatalysts, in addition to the self-cleaning property, properties such as antimicrobial and antiodor properties are also created in the surfaces. If the surfaces completed with titanium dioxide are exposed to light radiation, yellowing due to light and optical decomposition of the surface will also be prevented. In recent years, a lot of research has been done on self-cleaning textiles. This property, inspired by the characteristics of some plants and animals, has provided a new field in the production of high-performance textiles. There are two main approaches for the production of these textiles, in this session, the creation of surface roughness is discussed to create super-water-repellent and self-cleaning textiles.
Euglycemic Diabetic Ketoacidosis Presenting as Chest Pain and Vomiting in a Patient taking SGLT-2 inhibitor
Authors: Ali Imrana , Kafi Saifullah Al , Rahman A K M Ferdous , Salim Mohammad , Tanvir Sardar Mohammad , Habibullah Md
Published: October 2024

Empagliflozin-induced Euglycemic Diabetic Ketoacidosis (EDKA) is a life-threatening metabolic emergency of Diabetes Mellitus. It is characterized by metabolic acidosis (i.e., pH <7.3 and Serum bicarbonate <15mEq/dl) with an increased anion gap, ketonemia and relatively normal serum glucose level. EDKA resembles Diabetic Keto Acidosis (DKA) but does not exhibit the typical high blood sugar levels. In EDKA, blood glucose is usually below 200 mg/dL. This condition is a diagnostic challenge as euglycemia masks the underlying diabetic ketoacidosis. Here we present a case of Empagliflozin-induced Euglycemic Diabetic Ketoacidosis presented with palpitation and several episodes of vomiting. The aim of this article is to create awareness among clinicians to consider this diagnosis in the differential, especially in the patients taking SGLT-2 inhibitors.
Bangladesh Crit Care J September 2024; 12 (2): 172-174
A Case of Fat Embolism Syndrome after Fracture of Tibia Fibula
Authors: Mondal Mithun Kumar , Takia Nur , Ahmed Naser , Siraj Sadat Bin , Mazumder Masudul Alam
Published: October 2024

Fat embolism syndrome is a fatal condition that affects several organs. It often occurs after trauma or orthopedic surgeries. Most are unnoticed, and treatment of it is primarily supportive, with early fracture repair as a preventative measure. This case report describes a patient who had a left tibia fibula fracture diagnosed using Gurd's criteria and verified by a CT pulmonary angiography and MRI, and was treated with supportive care.
Bangladesh Crit Care J September 2024; 12 (2): 167-171
Hypomagnesaemia among Diabetic Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Mahiyuddin Najeeb , Khan Nazia Nusrat , Jannat Miftahul , Mizan Md Saif Bin , Rahim Muhammad Abdur , Uddin Khwaja Nazim
Published: October 2024

Background: The clinical role of magnesium, especially of hypomagnesaemia, in diabetic and chronic kidney disease patients has been underestimated for many years.
Objective: To determine the frequency of hypomagnesaemia in diabetic patients with chronic kidney disease and to investigate the relationship of magnesium level with glycemic and renal status.
Methodology: This was a cross-sectional observational study performed on 100 diabetic patients with chronic kidney disease, admitted to BIRDEM General Hospital, Dhaka, Bangladesh, excluding patients with history of chronic diarrhea, laxative abuse, diuretic use, alcoholism and those on dialysis. Several socio-demographic and biochemical parameters were analyzed and compared with magnesium level.
Results: Frequency of hypomagnesaemia among the study population was 37% (p= 0.009) and the frequency was found to be increasing with increasing stage of chronic kidney disease. Frequency of hypomagnesaemia was more in patients with uncontrolled fasting blood glucose, post meal blood glucose and HbA1c level (p<0.05). Serum magnesium levels positively correlated with serum creatinine levels (Pearson’s correlation coefficient, r=0.428, p=0.001) and inversely correlated with GFR (Pearson’s correlation coefficient, r= -0.275, p= 0.006).
Conclusion: The frequency of hypomagnesaemia among diabetic patients with chronic kidney disease is common. So it would be prudent to routinely monitor for hypomagnesaemia in diabetic patients with chronic kidney.
Bangladesh Crit Care J September 2024; 12 (2): 132-137
Sustainability and dialysis: the 4 main points for a green dialysis
Authors: Lima Federica , Pizzo Alessandro , Olivari Francesca , Giordana Guido
Published: October 2024

Dialysis represents a big challenge for the environmental sustainability, because it is bound to high consumption of water and electricity, hazardous waste incineration and subsequent greenhouse gas emissions. In recent years, it has been recognized the urgent need to preserve our environment together with the people’s health, starting from making dialysis greener. This awareness has led to a new paradigm in the history of dialysis, the concept of Green Nephrology. The Italian Society of Nephrology published 10 affordable actions in the Position Statement with the aims to increase awareness, propose joint actions and coordinate industrial/social interactions. Starting from these, there are four key points to pave the way for environmental sustainability: 1) Sustainable technologies (i.e., machines, filters, water treatment systems, acid concentrates, lighter materials, electronic patient record); 2) Green dialysis centers; 3) Environmental improvement project, using tools to define targets and their monitoring; 4) Nurse role, as he is the main environmental sustainability promoter. To achieve Green Nephrology it’s necessary a partnership between all the stakeholders of the healthcare system. Since the growing awareness of the problem and the existence of ways to solve it, it’s time to act and the effective way to do it is to implement all the solutions provided in this article in an immediate future.
Workplace Diversity: Hidden Treasure for Boosting Organizational Performance
Authors: Korovyakovskaya Iness
Published: October 2024

Today, many organizations recognize the significant impact of workplace diversity on performance outcomes at all organizational levels. Managers and leaders have embraced differences in organizational workforce members through diversity management initiatives, training and programs that yield competitive advantages. The present study contributes to the extant research by developing a new conceptual model that demonstrates relationships between workplace diversity and organizational performance as mediated by diversity management and moderated by multi-level organizational variables. A strong relationship between workforce diversity and excellence in organizational outcomes has grown constantly during the last decade. Practical implications and recommendations are discussed.
The Influence of Carbon Fiber on Crystallization and Morphology of Poly(Ether Ketone Ketone) Composites Towards High Rate Thermoplastic Manufacturing Processes
Authors: R. Enos Nicholas , McNair Olivia D. , Wiggins Jeffrey S.
Published: October 2024

Recent interest in thermoplastic composites for aerospace applications is driven by the need for high-volume manufacturing of materials that display excellent mechanical, thermal, and solvent resistive properties. Specifically, a large component of the composite properties of thermoplastic composites are highly dependent on the crystalline fraction of the semi-crystalline polymer matrix of the reinforced system. This work investigates the melting behavior of poly (ether ketone ketone) (PEKK) and the influence of temperature and fiber on crystallization kinetics and morphology of (PEKK) composites utilizing, differential scanning calorimetry, Velaris-Sefaris modelling, and polarized optical microscopy (POM). Annealing temperatures of 380°C and above were required to fully erase crystalline ordering in the PEKK matrix. Furthermore, carbon fibers accelerated crystallization kinetics in PEKK at a range of temperatures observed via DSC, and Velaris-Sefaris modelling implied a shift from bulk to surface induced nucleation by the addition carbon fiber to the PEKK matrix, reducing activation energy of crystallization events. This nucleation behavior was visually confirmed through POM with observation of transcrystalline domains nucleated from the surface of a single carbon fiber.
Rheology and Processing of High-Strength Liquid Crystal Polymer Reinforced Thermoplastic Composite Materials
Authors: Gilliam Mary , Zhao Selina , Carlson Blair , Okonski David , Surbrook Chris , Parsons Tom , Bubeck Robert
Published: October 2024

Liquid crystal polymer (LCP) composites are presented as lightweight, high-strength, thermoplastic composites. Fumed silica (FS), carbon black (CB), carbon nanostructures (CNS), and boron nitride (BN) added to the polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) increased the viscosity ratio of the PPS to the LCP. PPS filled with 5 wt.% FS was used to optimize injection molding conditions and had a viscosity ratio ranging from 2 to 13. Increasing fill time to 5 s brought about the highest tensile strength of 99 MPa and modulus of 12.5 GPa, while the tool and melt temperatures imparted no significant effect. Mechanical and thermal properties of select LCP materials processed using molding conditions optimized for the experimental materials are presented. Mechanical properties in the crossflow direction were lower than in the flow direction, which could be overcome with tool design and placement of valve gates to tailor the flow patterns. BN filled composites increased the thermal conductivity to a value of 0.26 W/mK at 16 wt.% loading.
The Managerial Roles of Leaders of Pesantren-Based Rehabilitation Institutions in Overcoming Juvenile Delinquency
Authors: DZ Abdus Salam , Kulkarni Shirin , Karim Abdul , Muhammadun Muhammadun , Jalaludin Jalaludin
Published: October 2024

This study aims to explore the managerial role of leaders of pesantren-based rehabilitation institutions in tackling juvenile delinquency in Pondok Bukit Mahabbah Darul Adni majalengka, and its impact on the character and mental development of students. This research was conducted through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis using qualitative case study methods. A thematic analysis approach was applied to identify key themes from the data collected over the six-month research period. The results of this study show that institutional leaders have successfully carried out managerial roles in tackling juvenile delinquency originating from various regions in Indonesia, which is reflected. This is reflected in the interpersonal role of the leader of the institution, the informational role and the decisional role performed by the leader of the institution in carrying out its institutional management. This research opens up opportunities for further study on juvenile delinquency handling in other educational institutions and broadens the scope of research on the managerial role of agency leaders in tackling juvenile delinquency
Link and Match Strategy Management in Building Graduate Competitiveness
Authors: Mashuri Mashuri , Ballani Simran , Mehir Saefuddaulah , Barnawi Barnawi , Jubaedi Jubaedi
Published: October 2024

This research aims to examine strategic management (Fred R David) link and match (Prosser & Quigley) in growing the competitiveness of graduates through strategy formulation, implementation, evaluation and control. A qualitative approach with a case study method was used in this research. Data collection was carried out through interviews, observation and documentation. Data analysis was conducted using the Miles and Huberman model and then tested through triangulation credibility, transferability, dependability and confirmability. The research results show that Vision and mission, external environmental analysis, future goals, implementation plans, and policies are part of the strategy formation process. The formulation of the link and match strategy involves all interested parties. Implement the link-and-match strategy by optimizing the formation of noble morals and character, increasing competence, optimizing cooperation, and forming entrepreneurship. Strategy evaluation and control are done through review, performance measurement and revision. The implications of this research provide new solutions for educational institutions, especially in increasing the competency of more competitive graduates.
The Impact of Teachers' Perceptions and Readiness on Their Performance in the Implementation of the Independent Learning Curriculum
Authors: Zaini Mohammad
Published: October 2024

This research aims to analyze the influence of teacher perceptions and readiness on teacher performance in the Independent Learning Curriculum in one of the madrasah in East Java. This research uses quantitative methods with an explanatory and survey approach. The questionnaire was prepared based on research variables: perception, teacher readiness, and teacher performance. Research data was taken from 130 teachers who were the samples for this research using random sampling techniques. Data analysis uses multiple linear regression. The research results show a significant influence of perception on teacher performance in the Independent Learning Curriculum in madrasah. Additionally, teacher readiness significantly impacts teacher performance in the Independent Learning Curriculum in Madrasah. Overall, teacher perception and readiness significantly influence teacher performance in the Independent Learning Curriculum in madrasah. This research provides implications regarding the importance of paying attention to teachers' perceptions and readiness to improve their performance. By understanding and managing these factors, madrasah can be more effective in implementing new curricula and achieving desired educational goals.
Optimizing Teacher Productivity: The Impact of Work Discipline and Compensation
Authors: Kartiko Ari , Ma’arif Muhammad Anas , Sirojuddin Akhmad , Zamroni Afif , Nurihidin Edi
Published: October 2024

This research aims to explore teacher productivity which is influenced by work discipline variables and the compensation received by teachers. The question asked in this research is how work discipline and compensation influence teacher productivity partially or simultaneously. Second, which variable has the dominant influence on teacher productivity? The method used in this research is qualitative research with a causality approach or cause and effect resulting between the variables being measured. The data collection technique used a questionnaire obtained from 39 teacher respondents at the Ma'Arif Nahdlatul Ulama Talang Prigen Foundation, Pasuruan. The data obtained was subjected to classical assumption tests, as well as hypothesis tests, partial tests and simultaneous tests. The results obtained are that work discipline and compensation have a dominant influence on teacher work productivity, but compensation has a more dominant influence as reflected in the compensation indicator which has a fairness value, making teacher motivation increase and also adequate compensation will increase the attractiveness of talents. new people who want to serve in the institution.
‘In Extremissimus’: The Dynamics of Rectification in Beckett's Malone Dies
Authors: Pilling John
Published: October 2024

An analysis of some of the key issues raised, but left unresolved, by Beckett exposing the ways the (typically concealed) notion of identity is constructed and the non-concomitant representation(s) of surrogacy which develop from it in Malone Dies. Involved in both enterprises are fabrications of artifice, themselves very much vulnerable to differential inspiration, which are set over against, but apparently complicit with, a supposedly ‘natural’ continuity, with both subject to the presumed proximity of death. The coda of the novel, very much a ‘codetta’, demonstrates how imagined fact and imagined fiction can always be revised, but can never be made to cohere. Malone Dies is throughout seen either as (a) an investigation into whether the body can ever make up its mind when the mind can only partially accommodate the intrinsic shortcomings of the body, or as (b): a demonstration that what the notes for Film think of as ‘merely structural and dramatic convenience’ is very much subject to the inconvenient truth that there is always some ‘deep common point of divergence’ to which they can never be satisfactorily reduced; or as both in more or less equal measure.
Skin rash related to the use of wood ash in wound healing, about a case
Authors: Elyebdri Nassima , Baba Ahmed Siham , Miloud Abid Dalila , Zatla Selma Chaima , Abourejal Nesrine , Lounici Ali
Published: October 2024

Abstarct
Introduction: The ash of wood plants is part of the ancestral remedies because of its physical and chemical properties. It has detergent, fertilizing, and antiseptic properties, which justifies its many uses.
Case report: We report the case of a woman aged 50 years who presented with a generalized rash all over the body with painful macules a burning sensation and a fever. Symptoms appeared after taking wood ash from plants, for three days. The reason for use was the healing of Zona's wound that she contracted and treated before admission. The patient’s general condition was preserved, and the drug treatment allowed a quick healing.
Conclusion: Wood ash from plants with a high potassium hydroxyl content may be an irritant and partly explain the reaction observed. Traditional treatments should be used with great care to avoid adverse effects.
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Analysis the Level of Experience of Technology Users’ Perspectives on LinkedIn Websites
Authors: Ibrahim Aghi Kalam , Supriyatin Wahyu , Rianto Yasman
Published: October 2024

LinkedIn is a web-based application that can be used by job seekers, both new users and professional users. LinkedIn website is not only used by job seekers but can be used for various other activities. Application user experience is a major assessment of the quality of the software. LinkedIn website user experience can be seen by measuring the website using several aspects. This research aims to analyze the website user experience using the User Experience Questionnaire (UEQ) method. Measurement using the UEQ method is seen by using six aspects of the measurement scale, namely attractiveness, clarity, efficiency, accuracy, stimulation and novelty. Data collection in the study was carried out using a questionnaire given to 41 respondents totaling 26 questions. The questionnaire data will be processed using UEQ Data Analysis Tools. The results of UEQ measurements with benchmark comparisons show four aspects that are in the below average category, namely attractiveness, efficiency, stimulation and novelty. While two aspects are in the bad category, namely clarity and accuracy. So it is necessary to develop and improve the LinkedIn website by developers related to aspects that are in the bad category. The two bad aspects have a value of 0.58 for the clarity aspect and 0.53 for the accuracy aspect.
Emergence and correction of cosmological inflation from deformed relativistic kinematics on curved spacetime
Authors: Darman Gema Ilham Baskara
Published: October 2024

The acceleration of gravitational redshift observed by E. Hubble (1929) has led to the development of cosmological inflation and dark energy theories. However, there are some tensions between the theory and some recent interpretations of JWST observations. As an alternative theory, in this paper, it is shown that there is the acceleration of gravitational redshift observed by the accelerated frame judging by the decrease of the frequency of the photon over time seen from the resulted dispersion relation obtained by employing deformed relativistic kinematics on curved spacetime [Pfeifer et al. (2022)], while the Minkowskian observers see a state of static space for the same scenario. The resulted dispersion relation is calculated by employing the metric in momentum space instead of position space. Ultimately, it can be shown that it gives a new perspective on the theory of inflation.
Development of the Android-Based Fowcal (Food Weight Calculation) Application and Testing the Acceptability among Nutrition Department Students
Authors: Adhyanti Adhyanti , Sanggita Dewi Arini , Nurjaya Nurjaya
Published: October 2024

Kemajuan teknologi sangat berkembang dengan begitu pesat, sehingga kebutuhan adanya aplikasi yang membantu perhitungan sangat urgen bagi tenaga gizi. Saat ini belum ada aplikasi serupa yang dibuat sebagai alat bantu perhitungan serapan minyak dan berat matang mentah pada makanan sesuai dengan referensi buku pedoman penyerapan minyak goreng dan pedoman konversi berat matang-mentah dan berat dapat dimakan. Tujuan kegiatan ini adalah untuk melakukan pengembangan aplikasi perhitungan berat matang mentah dan serapan minyak pada makanan dan melakukan uji coba penggunaanya terhadap aplikasi yang telah dikembangkan. Bentuk kegiatan adalah pengembangan aplikasi berbasis android untuk perhitungan konversi matang-mentah, berat dapat dimakan (BDD), dan persentase serapan minyak. Hasil pengembangan aplikasi pada penelitian ini diberi nama Food Weight Calculation disingkat dengan FoWCal. Hasil uji coba penggunaannya diperoleh rata-rata adalah (skor maksimal 4) pada setiap parameter yaitu tampilan awal 3,37 (sangat menarik), animasi 3,33 (sangat menarik), warna (sangat menarik), login 3,33 (sangat mudah), pencarian 3,26 (sangat mudah), fitur 3,14 (mudah), perhitungan 3,40 (sangat praktis), membantu perhitungan 3,53 (sangat membantu), kesesuain 3,33 (sangat sesuai), pemahaman penggunaan 2,95 (paham). Aplikasi FoWCal sangat menarik dan membantu bagi penggiat gizi. Aplikasi ini agar dapat dikembangkan lagi sehingga dapat digunakan secara offline.
Assessment of community-acquired urinary tract infections treatment in the emergency department: a retrospective study
Authors: Ghaleb Marie Ange , Zoghbi Antoine , Bou Chebl Zeina , Lilly Eddy , Saliba Gebrayel , Choucair Jacques , Ibrahim Racha
Published: October 2024

Introduction

Urinary tract infection (UTI) is one of the most common medical complaints in the emergency department (ED). The aim of this study was to assess the real indication of an initial broad-spectrum treatment administered in the ED for hospitalized patients with a diagnosis of community-acquired UTI (CAUTI).

Materials and methods

This is a monocentric observational retrospective study conducted in the ED of one of the largest tertiary care centers in Lebanon, on a two-year period, including adult patients admitted to the hospital for a CAUTI. The primary outcome was to evaluate the need of downgrading empirical antibiotherapy started in the ED. Secondary outcomes included a description of CAUTIs characteristics: prevalence and risk factors for (extended spectrum beta lactamases) ESBL-related infection, complicated and uncomplicated UTIs, empirical and targeted treatment, and finally the rate of adherence to local guidelines.

Results

The most isolated strains on urine cultures were gram negative bacilli (GNB) with 29.1% producing ESBL; 69.4% of patients received an ESBL-targeting empirical treatment in the ED, in agreement with local guidelines, 46% of which needed a downgrade. Amikacin adjunction was only indicated in 42.8% of the cases. Patients who received antibiotics in the last 6 months had a 2.36 times higher risk of developing an ESBL-related infection.

Conclusion

This study showed a high adherence rate to local recommendations suggesting the use of empirical ESBL-targeting antibiotherapy even in uncomplicated UTIs. However, the frequent need of de-escalation highlights the importance of establishing an efficient multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacteria surveillance system in the community in order to elaborate a stewardship program with more solid local guidelines.
Grid-search method for short-term over long-term average parameter tuning: an application to Stromboli explosion quakes
Authors: Di Benedetto Andrea , Figlioli Anna , D’Alessandro Antonino , Lo Bosco Giosue’
Published: October 2024

The collection of a significant catalogue of seismo-volcanic data involves the selection of relevant parts of raw signals, which can be automatised by using the short-term over long-term average (STA/LTA) method. The STA/LTA method employs the “Characteristic Function” to describe a section of a seismic record in terms of trace amplitude and first-time difference. This function is calculated in a short-term and long-term window; the ratio between the two windows defines a quantity that is controlled through threshold values, i.e., trigger on and trigger off. These threshold values indicate whether there is an increase in the energy in the seismic signal compared to the background noise. The common approach to the selection of the STA/LTA values is the adoption of literature-suggested ones. This could be a limitation as there may be cases in which a choice adapted to a specific raw signal may significantly help in the extraction of the relevant parts. To overcome the possible drawbacks of a non-adaptive choice imposed by such standard literature values, in this study, we propose a methodology for the automatic selection of STA/LTA values that can optimise the extraction of explosion quakes (EQs) from a seismo-volcanic raw signal. The values are obtained through a grid search over an index named quality–numerosity index (QNI) that measures the accordance in the automatic cuts and the consequent number of triggered seismo-volcanic events with the ones suggested by a human expert. The method was applied in the volcano domain for the specific application of the explosion quake signal extraction at Stromboli volcano. The experiments were conducted by selecting a subset of the dataset as training where to search for the best values, which were subsequently adopted in a test set. The results prove that the values suggested by our approach significantly improve the quality of the relevant part compared to the one extracted by adopting the values indicated in the literature. The methodology presented in this study can be applied to a wider typology of signals of volcanic, seismic, and other origin, potentially becoming a widely used approach in parameter optimisation processes.
LLM-generated competence-based e-assessment items for higher education mathematics: methodology and evaluation
Authors: Meissner Roy , Pögelt Alexander , Ihsberner Katja , Grüttmüller Martin , Tornack Silvana , Thor Andreas , Pengel Norbert , Wollersheim Heinz-Werner , Hardt Wolfram
Published: October 2024

In this article, we explore the transformative impact of advanced, parameter-rich Large Language Models (LLMs) on the production of instructional materials in higher education, with a focus on the automated generation of both formative and summative assessments for learners in the field of mathematics. We introduce a novel LLM-driven process and application, called ItemForge, tailored specifically for the automatic generation of e-assessment items in mathematics. The approach is thoroughly aligned with the levels and hierarchy of cognitive learning objectives as developed by Anderson and Krathwohl, and takes specific mathematical concepts from the considered courses into consideration. The quality of the generated free-text items, along with their corresponding answers (sample solutions), as well as their appropriateness to the designated cognitive level and subject matter, were evaluated in a small-scale study. In this study, three mathematical experts reviewed a total of 240 generated items, providing a comprehensive analysis of their effectiveness and relevance. Our findings demonstrate that the tool is proficient in producing high-quality items that align with the chosen concepts and targeted cognitive levels, indicating its potential suitability for educational purposes. However, it was observed that the provided answers (sample solutions) occasionally exhibited inaccuracies or were not entirely complete, signalling a necessity for additional refinement of the tool's processes.
Research on optimal configuration of mobile energy storage in distribution networks considering various energy utilization efficiencies
Authors: Fu Dong , Li Bin , Yin Liangzhi , Sun Xuebin , Cui Hong
Published: October 2024

The increasing integration of renewable energy sources such as wind and solar into the distribution grid introduces new complexities and instabilities to traditional electrical grids. This study tackles these challenges by optimizing the configurations of Modular Mobile Battery Energy Storage (MMBES) in urban distribution grids, particularly focusing on capacity-limited areas. Our method investigates five core attributes of energy storage configurations and develops a model capable of adapting to the uncertainties presented by extreme scenarios. This approach not only enhances the adaptability of energy storage systems but also equips decision-makers with proactive and flexible tools for decision-making in complex environments. Empirical evidence from the study shows that modular mobile energy storage significantly improves distribution grid performance by effectively managing the challenges posed by renewable integration. Furthermore, the research confirms that optimizing decision-makers’ cognitive parameters to align with subjective preferences ensures economic viability and enhances grid resilience. This study offers a new perspective and methodology for configuring energy storage, contributing to more flexible and reliable grid operations amidst widespread renewable integration.
Paraneoplastic progressive encephalomyelitis with rigidity and myoclonus associated with monoclonal B-cell lymphocytosis in the setting of longstanding methotrexate use: case report
Authors: Jia Fangzhi (Frank) , Amin Mohammad Ruhul , Kwon Gi Tae , Mousapasandi Amir , Dai Pei , Kitson Jed , Selim Adrian , Ip Jerome
Published: October 2024

Progressive encephalomyelitis with rigidity and myoclonus (PERM) is a rare but debilitating disease within the stiff person syndrome (SPS) spectrum characterised by muscle rigidity, spasms, myoclonus, dysautonomia, and brainstem dysfunction. The exact pathogenetic mechanism is unclear, although there is an association with the presence of glycine receptor antibodies in serum and cerebrospinal fluid, and some cases are paraneoplastic. Here, we report a case of paraneoplastic, glycine receptor antibody-positive PERM associated with an otherwise subclinical monoclonal B-cell lymphocytosis (MBL) of the non-CLL phenotype, which may be, in turn, likely secondary to long-term methotrexate use [i.e., methotrexate-associated lymphoproliferative disorder (MTX-LPD)] or an underlying autoimmune disease. Treatment with multiple lines of initial induction immunomodulatory therapies, followed by maintenance rituximab, achieved long-term remission of the neurologic, haematological, and rheumatologic disease. This is, to our knowledge, the first reported association between PERM and MBL, or between PERM and MTX-LPD.
Butyrate: a bridge between intestinal flora and rheumatoid arthritis
Authors: Cao Yang , Chen Jingjing , Xiao Jing , Hong Yujie , Xu Ke , Zhu Yan
Published: October 2024

In patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), intestinal flora imbalance and butyrate metabolism disorders precede clinical arthritis and are associated with the pathogenesis of RA. This imbalance can alter the immunology and intestinal permeability of the intestinal mucosa, leading to damage to the intestinal barrier. In this context, bacteria and their metabolites can enter the bloodstream and reach the distant target tissues of the host, resulting in local inflammation and aggravating arthritis. Additionally, arthritis is also exacerbated by bone destruction and immune tolerance due to disturbed differentiation of osteoclasts and adaptive immune cells. Of note, butyrate is a metabolite of intestinal flora, which not only locally inhibits intestinal immunity and targets zonulin and tight junction proteins to alleviate intestinal barrier-mediated arthritis but also inhibits osteoclasts and autoantibodies and balances the immune responses of T and B lymphocytes throughout the body to repress bone erosion and inflammation. Therefore, butyrate is a key intermediate linking intestinal flora to the host. As a result, restoring the butyrate-producing capacity of intestinal flora and using exogenous butyrate are potential therapeutic strategies for RA in the future.
Insights into the plankton community seasonal variations in a finer scale of the Bohai Sea: biodiversity, trophic linkage, and biotic-abiotic interplay
Authors: Zhao Yanchu , Wang Chaofeng , Wang Xiaoyu , Wang Weicheng , Zhang Tiancheng , He Jianwu , Shi Wenhui , Shi Yafeng , Hu Zihang , Zhou Xushen
Published: October 2024

Plankton play an indispensable role in the biogeochemical processes of marine ecosystem. However, unraveling the intricate interactions among biodiversity, trophic linkages, and biotic-abiotic interplay between phytoplankton-zooplankton remains a significant challenge. Here, we conducted field studies in the neritic area of the Bohai Sea during autumn 2023 and spring 2024 to explore seasonal variations of both phytoplankton and zooplankton through microscope. Our analysis revealed a sharp decline in trophic interactions across phytoplankton and zooplankton, with an abundance ratio in autumn 2023 being 5.5 times higher than in spring 2024. Additionally, dominant plankton species (Y ≥ 0.02) exhibited obvious differences between the two seasons, with higher species diversity observed in autumn. Moreover, each dominant zooplankton species had distinct preferred food items in both seasons, with Rhizosolenia setigera being favored by Noctiluca scintillans and Acartia pacifica. Furthermore, a multivariate biota-environment analysis indicated that each dominant plankton species had unique correlation with specific environmental parameters, highlighting how plankton can fully exploit external environmental conditions to survive in seasonal variations. Ultimately, our findings emphasize significant seasonal dynamics and provide a solid foundation for assessing the potential impacts of environmental changes on plankton in coastal marine realm.