bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Evaluasi Tingkat Keberhasilan Inseminasi Buatan (IB) pada Peranakan Sapi Brahman(BX) (Studi Kasus di Kelompoktani Ternak Sapi Potong â€œHDRâ€ Kecamatan Pabedilan Kabupaten Cirebon)
Authors: Mulyana Asep , Trisnaningsih Umi , Sumardjo Djodjo
Published: March 2024

ABSTRAKPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui prosentase tingkat kebuntingan atau Conception Rate (CR) hasil Inseminasi Buatan (IB) pertama dan Service per Conception (SC) hasil Inseminasi Buatan (IB) pertama pada ternak sapi peranakan sapi Brahman (BX). Penelitian dilaksanakan di Kelompoktani Ternak Sapi Potong â€œHDRâ€ Desa Babakan Losari Lor Kecamatan Pabedilan Kabupaten Cirebon dengan melakukan survey / observasi mengenai data pelaksanaan Inseminasi Buatan (IB) pada ternak sapi peranakan sapi Brahman (BX) dari tahun 2008 sampai dengan tahun 2009 serta pengamatan lapangan. Data primer yang diamati adalah jumlah straw yang digunakan, jumlah ternak sapi yang di inseminasi dan jumlah ternak sapi yang bunting pada Inseminasi Buatan yang pertama. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pelaksanaan Inseminasi Buatan (IB) di Kelompoktani Ternak Sapi Potong â€œHDRâ€ Desa Babakanlosari lor Kecamatan Pabedilan Kabupaten Cirebon yang dilakukan oleh petugas / inseminator Distandunakhut berhasil sangat baik yaitu memilki Prosentase Kebuntingan atau Nilai Conception Rate (CR) 58% dan Service per Conception (SC) 1,72.Kata Kunci : Inseminasi Buatan, Tingkat Kebuntingan, Sapi Brahman
Kasus Porensefali pada Seorang Anak Laki-Laki Berusia 12 Tahun
Authors: Sinaga Nurcahaya
Published: March 2024

Kista porensefali merupakan keadaan terdapatnya celah kavitas kistik pada otak atau lebih spesifik menunjukkan adanya area kistik fokal dari encephalomalasia yang berhubungan dengan ventrikel dan atau ruang subarachnoid. Manifestasi klinis dari kista porensefali sangatlah beragam, tergantung dari ukuran kista dan lokasi pada hemisfer otak. Bisa asimtomatik sampai pada sangat terganggu. Porensefali klinis harus dicurigai jika pasien menunjukkan hemiplegia spastik, makrosefali asimetris, transiluminasi tengkorak unilateral, atau terdapatnya supresi tegangan pada satu sisi pada EEG. Pada laporan kasus ini dilaporkan seorang anak laki-laki berusia 12 tahun dengan kista porensefali yang telah dilakukan drainase dan menunjukkan perbaikan klinis. Diagnosis porensefali dikonfirmasi dengan CT scan. Tatalaksana dan pathogenesis porensefali masih sedikit diketahui. Perlu penelitian dan evaluasi lanjut terhadap perkembangan kedepannya.
Study of Social Support and Factors Affecting Efforts Improving The Quality of Life of Patients with Pulmonary Tuberculosis
Authors: Pariyana  , Liberty Iche Andriyani , Aziz Muhammad
Published: March 2024

Study of Social Support and Factors Affecting EffortsImproving the Quality of Life for Patients with Lung Tuberculosis.Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Decrease in the quality of life of tuberculosis patients can have a negative impact on the continuity of therapy which causes failure of therapy. The quality of life of pulmonary TB patients is important to be assessed in various aspects ranging from the aspects of physical well-being, psychology, social and environmental relations. The purpose of this study was to examine social support and influencing factors influencing efforts to improve the quality of life of pulmonary TB patients. This type of research is observational research using cross sectional design. The study population was all pulmonary tuberculosis patients in Palembang City. This study received a total sample of 111 people. The quality of life was measured by the Indonesian WHOQOL-BREFF questionare instrument and the results were obtained by univariate, bivariate, and multivariate analysis using the SPSS 22 program. Of the 111 study respondents, a good percentage of the quality of life of tuberculosis patients in Palembang City Health Center was 71.17% and the not good at 28.83%. There was no significant relationship between demographic characteristics (age, sex, body mass index, education level, employment status, and marital status), blood pressure, history of diabetes, and history of smoking with quality of life. There is a significant relationship between treatment duration. family support. friend support. and community support with the quality of life of tuberculosis patients (p value <0.05). Patients with tuberculosis with poor family support have the opportunity to have a poor quality of life of 86.18%.
Horror game as cybertext and three layers of player emotional arousal
Authors:   Academic Association of Global Cultural Contents, Lee Suhyeon
Published: March 2024

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The Comparative Early Prediction Model for Cardiovascular Disease Using Machine Learning
Authors: Sri Sumarlinda  , Azizah binti Rahmat  , Zalizah binti Awang Long  , Wiji Lestari
Published: March 2024

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading cause of death and a major contributor to disability. Early detection of cardiovascular disease using ANFIS has the potential to reduce costs and simplify treatment. This study aims to develop a prediction model using ANFIS (Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System) for early detection of cardiovascular disease. The dataset used consists of 500 data with 12 features, including various risk factors such as blood sugar levels, cholesterol, uric acid, systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, body mass index (BMI), age, smoking habits, lifestyle, genetic factors, and gender, and one label feature. This study compares cardiovascular disease prediction models using machine learning methods, namely Support Vector Machine (SVM), K-Nearest Neighbor (K-NN), and ANFIS. The development of the KNN algorithm involves the value of K=5 with the Euclidian distance measure. The SVM algorithm used a kernel cache of 200 and a convergence epsilon of 0.001. The ANFIS model was built using 500 data sets divided into training (70%) and testing (30%) data, with learning rate variations of 0.01, 0.05, 0.1, 0.2, and 0.5. The results of testing the early detection model show for SVM, the accuracy value is 0.760, the precision value is 0.839, and the recall value is 0.671. For the KNN model, the accuracy value is 0.758, the precision value is 0.768, and the recall value is 0.771. As for the ANFIS model, the accuracy value reaches 0.989, precision value 0.996, and recall value 0.988. The model using ANFIS has the highest performance. Further study of the model using ANFIS with learning rate variations shows that a learning rate of 0.1 provides the most optimal performance.
Gender Equity in Sponsor Decision-Making: A Quantitative Investigation of Sponsor Retention for Women’s Sport Sponsorship
Authors: Jensen Jonathan A. , Smith Danielle Kushner
Published: March 2024

Abstract: As gender equity has become an important issue throughout the sport industry, this research seeks to fill a gap in the literature related to whether sport sponsor retention differs across sponsorships of similar men’s and women’s sport properties. Even after controlling for a host of potentially confounding variables, a quantitative analysis of sponsor decision-making related to more than 750 event title sponsorships indicates that sponsoring firms are just as likely to renew sponsorships of women’s events as men’s events and those featuring competitors of both genders. Viewing these results through the theoretical lens of exchange theory suggests that resources sponsors may allocate toward sponsorships of women’s sport properties are theoretically either met or exceeded by the resources received in exchange. Thus, sponsors may in the end receive similar or potentially higher return on investment (ROI) for sponsorships of women’s sport properties, a novel finding yet to be confirmed in the sponsorship-linked marketing literature.
Virtual Reality Technology Induced Flow in the Spectator Sports Context: Empirical Examinations of VR Flow, Its Unique Antecedents, and Consequences
Authors: Chang Yonghwan , Warren Clinton , Lee Taehoon
Published: March 2024

Abstract: This study aimed to investigate how virtual reality (VR) can create the experience of flow among sport fans and how this phenomenon fits into existing sport service consumption frameworks. Two experiments were conducted to explore VR flow experiences and to examine the impact of VR flow on fan outcomes in different game situations. The poison theory, theories of emotion dynamics, affective expectation, and biased competition were used as theoretical backgrounds. Results from Experiment 1 showed that fans with lower spectatorship involvement and those with less prior VR experience were more likely to experience VR flow. Experiment 2 revealed that VR flow positively influenced fan satisfaction in both decisive and close games. The study offers insights into how flow can be induced through VR spectatorship and highlights the counterintuitive effects of involvement and emotion fluctuations. The study also provides actionable suggestions for managers to effectively utilize VR technology in spectatorship settings.
Interpretação dos dados de óbitos durante a pandemia de COVID-19 pela estatística multivariada ACP, em um hospital no município de Cascavel-PR
Authors: Obregón Phallcha Luízar , Kupka Fabiana Severino , Espinoza-Quinones Fernando Rodolfo
Published: March 2024

A pandemia de COVID-19, com elevada morbimortalidade, desencadeou uma crise sanitária, econômica e social mundial. O estudo foi estruturado na interpretação qualitativa e quantitativa dos dados da doença do coronavírus SARS-CoV-2, coletados em um Hospital Universitário no município de Cascavel no período de 2020 a 2023, e agrupados por variáveis demográficas e clínicas. Uma análise descritiva preliminar foi aplicada. No entanto, o método de inferência utilizado foi a estatística multivariada Análise de Componentes Principais (ACP), permitindo reduzir todo um conjunto de variáveis originais que mostram covariâncias em um outro conjunto representativo, chamado de componentes principais (CP), de menor dimensão que mostram independência entre si e caracterizados enquanto da variância total pode ser explicada por cada CP. Foram estudados 1.993 pacientes internados com COVID-19. É destacável que a população masculina foi a mais acometida (50,4%) pela doença, assim como indivíduos de 20 a 59 anos (52,1%) seguida por aqueles acima de 60 anos (40,5%). Quatro componentes principais têm explicado aproximadamente 85% da variância total: a população adulta sem vacinação (68,50%), a população idosa com complicações e doenças pré-existentes (9,36%), a população imunizada e resistente à doença (3,81%) e a população não branca com condições pré-existentes (2,99%). O método estatístico aplicado destacou cada grupo de variáveis aliadas ao COVID-19 que conduziu a mais óbitos.
Métodos fundamentales de economía matemática
Authors:   Universidad de Guadalajara, Cortés Fregoso José Héctor
Published: March 2024

Métodos fundamentales de economía matemática
Design of a Computer Vision System for Human Pose Tracking Within the Aircraft Cabin
Authors: Shafi Anika
Published: March 2024

Passenger comfort is a deterministic factor in today’s competitive air travel industry and particularly for business jets which are increasingly being designed and adapted to maximize comfort for their occupants. Sitting posture could be used as an effective way of gaining insight into passenger comfort. Despite which very few studies have focused on tracking sitting posture in aircraft passengers. Given recent advancements in Computer Vision (CV) and Deep Learning (DL), open-source pre-trained 3D Human Pose Estimation (HPE) algorithms are readily available and can be used to estimate human pose in various conditions. Thus, the primary aim of the thesis was to explore the application of the latest vision algorithms for passenger pose estimation in aircraft cabins and design a prototype for real-time seating pose detection. This entailed use of a pre-trained, open-source, 3D Human Pose Estimation algorithm, MediaPipe Pose, which detects humans in an RGB image, localizes their joint locations and outputs 3D pose landmarks (keypoint locations) in real-time using MediaPipe framework and OpenCV library. This prototype was tested in a real aircraft cabin and the results from the pose estimation were used to draw 3D animation to confirm real-time pose tracking. The system was able to estimate body poses regardless of sitting posture (active, passive, lateral bending to left/right). As such, this thesis proposes a prototype for real-time vision-based 3D pose tracking in aircraft passengers.
Design and Analysis of a Whipple Shield
Authors: Sarkezians Artin
Published: March 2024

The Whipple shield, an innovation first proposed in the 1940s, is a common way by which spacecraft are protected from the threat of meteoroid impact. Engineers and scientists have learned how to track and respond to potential collisions with other spacecraft and observable objects, so it is now the smallest untraceable debris that pose the greatest risk. This work explores the design and optimisation of a two-layer metallic Whipple shield. The ‘new’ Cour-Palais ballistic limit equations are used in conjunction with various correction factors and modifiers from additional works and assembled into a model found to be 78.9% accurate against a bank of test data. A brute-force optimisation algorithm analyses a broad range of configurations against a minimum critical projectile diameter and selects three solutions based on minimum mass and proposed “performance” and “value” factors. The relationship between the performance factor and the shield’s configuration are considered. Finite element (FE) and smoothed particle hydrodynamics (SPH) methods are explored as numerical solutions, but ultimately relinquished and recommended for future work.
Design and fabrication of a Solar Powered MAV
Authors: Oliva Javier
Published: March 2024

In recent years, solar powered aircraft have become a popular topic of study. To generate power, a solar powered aircraft uses the solar panels located on its wings to recharge its batteries while in flight. With increased endurance due to the constantly charging battery, solar-powered aircraft are especially relevant in conversations around UAVs. In this paper a 250-gram solar powered UAV is designed and fabricated. The configuration of this aircraft was determined using XFLR while appropriate analysis was performed to ensure its sustained flight. Design decisions were made based on constraints and goals set out at the beginning of the project. The main considerations in the design process were weight, as well as stability. To test the endurance of the aircraft, predictions were made based on power draw and power available estimates. Finally, static flight tests were performed to analyze the aircraft and suggest improvements.
Design of a Navigation System for Robotic Free Flyers Performing Inspection of Large Space Structures
Authors: Gregorash Levi
Published: March 2024

Inspection of large space structures is imperative for long term mission success. One solution is to utilize a second free flying spacecraft capable of performing inspection in orbit. An Extended Kalman Filter (EKF) is used to perform estimations on the relative position, velocity, angular velocity, and attitude through the use of navigation markers. Simulation takes place using MATLAB to compare the true values with the estimated values using the EKF. The initial covariance (P), process noise covariance (Q), and measurement noise covariance (R) matrices were tuned for a space structure with three navigation points. The largest recorded errors over 100 iterations occurred during the initial estimation yielding 26.78 centimeters in relative position, 1.80 centimeters per second in relative velocity, 0.0444 radians per second in relative angular velocity, and a difference of 0.0172 in the unit vector of relative attitude. After allowing 20 seconds of settling time the maximum errors were reduced to 5.0 centimeters in relative position, 0.40 centimeters per second in relative velocity, 0.0046 radians per second in relative angular velocity, and a difference of 0.0020 in the unit vector of relative attitude. The paper also discusses the application of training algorithms to tune the EKF parameters for future consideration.
Executable Model-Based Systems Engineering for Aircraft Systems: Landing Gear Extension and Retraction Use Cases
Authors: Epp Jordan
Published: March 2024

The number of requirements needed to specify aircraft systems is increasing alongside system complexity and performance targets. As requirements become increasingly difficult to validate using document-based methods, digital twin advancements encourage the use of model-centric approaches. This paper proposes a method and discusses the limitations associated with using executable modeling to validate system requirements. The method describes the process needed to ease the transition from descriptive to executable modeling. Including functional simulation considerations early in the development process allows validation to take place in a shorter amount of time and prevents re-work. Executable modeling is limited by tools, modeling languages, and the required time and expertise needed to create meaningful models. This paper shows that event-based simulation enables the validation of requirement correctness by comparing simulated and specified behaviour. A proof-of-concept landing gear system model focused on extension and retraction use cases demonstrates the effectiveness of the proposed method.
Sugar Utilization-Associated Food-Grade Selection Markers in Lactic Acid Bacteria and Yeast
Authors: Liang Zhiwen , Zheng Ke , Xie Guifeng , Luo Xiongsheng , Li Huangjin
Published: March 2024

This comprehensive review explores the development of food-grade selection markers in lactic acid bacteria and yeast; some of their strains are precisely defined as safe microorganisms and are crucial in the food industry. Lactic acid bacteria, known for their ability to ferment carbohydrates into lactic acid, provide essential nutrients and contribute to immune responses. With its strong fermentation capabilities and rich nutritional profile, yeast finds use in various food products. Genetic engineering in these microorganisms has grown rapidly, enabling the expression of enzymes and secondary products for food production. However, the focus is on ensuring safety, necessitating food-grade selection markers. Traditional antibiotic and heavy metal resistance selection markers pose environmental and health risks, prompting the search for safer alternatives. Complementary selection markers, such as sugar utilization markers, offer a promising solution. These markers use carbohydrates as carbon sources for growth and are associated with the natural metabolism of lactic acid bacteria and yeast. This review discusses the use of specific sugars, such as lactose, melibiose, sucrose, D-xylose, glucosamine, and N-acetylglucosamine, as selection markers, highlighting their advantages and limitations. In summary, this review underscores the importance of food-grade selection markers in genetic engineering and offers insights into their applications, benefits, and challenges, providing valuable information for researchers in the field of food microbiology and biotechnology.
Hubungan Tingkat Pengetahuan dan Sikap Terkait Diabetes Melitus dengan Kadar Glukosa Darah Sewaktu (GDS) Lansia di Wilayah Puskesmas Tanggulangin
Authors: Selfia Sona
Published: March 2024

Diabetes mellitus (DM) was a metabolic disease characterized by an increase in blood glucose levels accompanied by a decrease in carbohydrate, protein and fat metabolism. The elderly group (elderly) was the group most at risk of developing dm because this group was a population that was susceptible to carbohydrate metabolism disorders which could lead to diabetes mellitus. This studied aims to analyze the relationship between the leveled of knowledge and attitudes regarding dm on the blood sugar levels of the elderly. This researched used an observational studied with a crossed sectional approached. The population in this studied was members of the elderly posyandu in the working area of the tanggulangin community health center used a random sampling technique of 88 respondents. Data collection used knowledge questionnaires and attitude questionnaires. Data was analyzed used univariate analysis and bivariate analysis (chi square test). The results of the analysis showed that the leveled of knowledge (p=0,011) and attitudes of the elderly (p=0,008) regarding diabetes mellitus showed a significant relationship (p<0,05)
Potensi Umbi Porang (Amorphophallus oncophyllus Prain) Sebagai Pakan Ayam Broiler
Authors: Zendrato Desti Prestasi , Tafsin Ma’ruf , Hanafi Nevy Diana , Sadeli Achmad , Julianti Elisa
Published: March 2024

Porang tuber (Amorphophallus oncophyllus Prain) contains glucomannan as a prebiotic source which can be used as animal feed to improve the performance of broiler chickens. The aim of the study was to determine the potential of porang, to analyze the nutritional content and its use as a feed ingredient for broiler chicken rations. The research was conducted at Rumah Mbacang Pancur Batu Village, from April-June 2022. This data was obtained from the results of proximate analysis at the Laboratory of Small Ruminant Instrument Standard Testing Workshop, Sei Putih, Galang. Data is processed manually and presented descriptively. The preparation of the ratio formulation consists of P0 (0% porang flour), P1 (5% porang flour), P2 (10% porang flour) and P3 (15% porang flour). The parameters studied: water content, crude protein (CP), crude fiber (CF), crude fat (EE) and NNFE. The results showed that the results of the proximate analysis on porang flour: moisture 12.92%, ash 8.22%, CP 4.19%, CF 4.79%, EE 0.62%, NNFE 69.26%. The water content and CP met the requirements according to SNI 7939: 2013, namely quality I. The conclusion from the results of formulation preparation was obtained a good composition of the formulation with nutritional content, starter phase: CP 20.08-20.59%, ME 2948.00-2985.08 Kcal/kg, CF 4.11-4.15%, EE 4.25-4.63%, Ca 0.78-0.79%, P 0.61-0.62% and finisher phase: CP 18.34-19.07 %, ME 3017.49-3050.65 Kcal/kg, CF 3.79-3.83%, EE 4.19-4.59%, Ca 0.56-0.68%, P 0.53-0.56%.
Penerapan Aplikasi MYOB Accounting dalam Penyusunan Laporan Keuangan pada CV ABC
Authors: Zahara Zahara , Andriani Wiwik , Rissi Dita Maretha , Rosalina Eka
Published: March 2024

This research aims to see and provide an overview of the preparation of financial reports using MYOB software that can be used by MSMEs in general. This research uses a qualitative approach with data collection methods using interviews, observation and documentation. Through interviews conducted with CV ABC, it shows that they still have difficulties in preparing technology-based financial reports so they use MYOB as one of the solutions to these problems. Based on observations, the use of MYOB at CV ABC has been running quite effectively so that it can have a big impact on better business development. If the preparation of financial reports has been carried out accurately, the business owner will find it easier to control his business activities. It is hoped that the use of MYOB in preparing financial reports can be maximized for various types of business lines. The better the use of MYOB, the better the quality of the preparation of financial statements. Although there are many other accounting software, the use of MYOB can be said to be more flexible in its use.
Measurement of Accident Risk and a Case Study from Hungary
Authors: Ötvös Viktoria , Török Ádám
Published: March 2024

For the cost-benefit analysis of road safety measures, it is essential to estimate the national value of statistical life. By calculating the updated values, it is possible to assess the aggregate national value of statistical life for road traffic crashes, thereby also characterizing the road safety situation in the country. It is important that the values set and the methods used are compatible with the practices of the European Member States. It must be stressed that updating the values is of major importance both for the cost-benefit analysis of the various road safety measures and for raising public and decision-makers' awareness of the huge losses. The full identification and use of loss figures is an important element of road safety. In this article we present possible methods for estimating the value of statistical life.
Analysis of Constraints against Efficiency of Seaport-hinterland Logistics in Nigeria
Authors: Adepoju Olusegun Onifade
Published: March 2024

Having realized that most Nigerian seaports are congested and the problem of moving goods have been difficult, the Federal Government through Bureau of Public Enterprises and Nigerian Shippers’ Council were mandated to identify Inland Container Depots (ICDs) and Container Freight Stations (CFSs) across the country with connectivity to rail transport. Since 2004 to date, these have mostly not been functioning. This paper therefore examined the constraints and possible factors responsible. The Nigerian Ports Authority, Road Haulage Association, Terminal Operators, selected Shipping companies were used as respondents. 34.1% (253) from the population of 743 respondents were sampled with the use of Cochran formula and stratified random sampling technique. Shaphiro Test and multiple regression were used to analyze the constraints against the use of ICDs and CFSs. Principal Component Analysis was used to extract the major factors hindering port-hinterland logistics in Nigeria. It was observed that 50% of general logistics constraints emanated from lack of efficient rail system, enforcement and finance combined. Extracted causative factors against port-hinterland movements of goods are: inadequate terminal capacity, parking and inadequacy of cargo handling facilities. The research concluded that both general constraints and causative factors are to be looked into with stringent policy enforcement.
Emesis inducida por administración de ácido tranexámico en gatos
Authors: Vaca Granda Mario David , Villamarin Barragán Darwin Rafael
Published: March 2024

Introducción: aunque se ha cuestionado la eficacia de utilizar eméticos para la descontaminación en casos de intoxicación en seres humanos, en medicina veterinaria, se ha observado que la exposición a sustancias como productos farmacéuticos, cebollas, chocolates, tabaco, insecticidas, pesticidas, y otros elementos extraños que puedan ser eliminados por vómito sin causar daño, podría beneficiarse significativamente mediante la emesis inducida en un periodo de tiempo adecuado. En el presente estudio, se evaluó la eficacia del ácido tranexámico en la inducción del vómito en gatos seleccionados al azar y en óptimo estado de salud. Se llevaron a cabo una monitorización cuidadosa de los efectos del fármaco con el objetivo de lograr la emesis de manera controlada. Objetivo. El objetivo de la presente investigación fue evaluar la eficacia con dos experimentos: el uno incrementando las dosis con repeticiones de cinco minutos entre dosis y el otro con una sola dosis hasta obtener la emesis. Metodología. Esta investigación tuvo un enfoque cuantitativo experimental de tipo descriptivo donde 10 gatos fueron expuestos a dos experimentos en el primero (T1), se aplicaron tres dosis de 10mg/kg, 20mg/kg y 30mg/kg, con intervalos de 5 minutos para valorar la dosis efectiva. En el segundo experimento (T2), se realizó exposición a una sola dosis con intervalos de una semana para la siguiente dosis y así determinar a qué dosis (única) presenta la emesis. Resultados: El 90% de los gatos tuvo la emesis inducida en un periodo de no más 230 segundos y con un máximo de tres eventos por gato. Conclusión:  El ácido tranexámico demostró ser eficaz en inducir el vómito, observándose que la emesis se produjo con el aumento de la dosis del fármaco, alcanzando este efecto incluso con una sola dosis de 40 mg/kg. Área de estudio: Medicina Veterinaria.
Enhanced extensive reading in EFL classroom: An investigation of its effect on learners’ incidental preposition acquisition
Authors: Simamora Anggi Milfa nersya , Benni Ichsanda Rahman
Published: March 2024

This study investigates the impact of enhanced extensive reading on the incidental acquisition of prepositions "in," "on," and "at" related to time and place among English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners. Ten senior students from the English Education Department at the State Islamic University of North Sumatera participated in a pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest-posttest approach. The pretest assessed preposition proficiency, followed by a two-week extensive reading intervention, resulting in a significant improvement in post-test scores, as evidenced by a paired t-test (p = .000). Utilizing Google Forms for standardized data collection, the study incorporated multiple-choice and fixing incorrect prepositions sections, revealing a notable mean score increase from 59.5 to 69 post-intervention. Effect sizes, calculated with Cohen's D, indicated a small effect (0.15) in the multiple-choice section and a substantial effect (0.78) in fixing incorrect prepositions. Participants' positive perception of extensive reading aligns with literature emphasizing the benefits of repeated exposure to prepositions in texts. Acknowledging limitations such as a small sample size and limited reading materials, the study recommends future research to enhance study design and diversify participants. Common mistakes in preposition usage, including challenges in time-specific contexts and confusion between "in," "on," and "at," were analyzed, emphasizing the importance of targeted instruction. In conclusion, combining incidental learning through enhanced extensive reading with targeted instruction proves effective in improving EFL learners' incidental acquisition of English prepositions, offering valuable insights for educators to address specific challenges in preposition usage.
La disminución de las habilidades sociales y la calidad de vida en el grupo de adultos mayores y sus afectaciones
Authors: Intriago-Guzmán Ana , Velastegui-Hernández Rommel , Saltos-Salazar Lenin , Altamirano-López Lorena
Published: March 2024

El artículo se centra en el grupo "Juanitas de Oro" de la Parroquia Atahualpa en Ambato, Ecuador, explorando cómo las habilidades sociales impactan su bienestar. Señala que los cambios del envejecimiento pueden afectar estas habilidades, provocando aislamiento, problemas de salud mental y menor calidad de vida. Describe estrategias para mejorar la calidad de vida de este grupo etario, entre ellas fomentar su integración social, seguridad económica, acceso a salud, adecuaciones urbanas para su movilidad y actividades recreativas para desarrollar habilidades sociales. También resalta la importancia de programas de intervención con componentes teóricos y prácticos sobre habilidades sociales. Su evaluación permite garantizar la efectividad y satisfacción. El apoyo familiar es igualmente fundamental. En conclusión, se destaca que fortalecer las habilidades sociales mediante apoyo psicosocial e integración social es indispensable para un envejecimiento saludable, previniendo el deterioro cognitivo y emocional. El texto provee un panorama integral sobre este tema en los adultos mayores.
Gestión escolar y calidad educativa
Authors: Lucero-Tello Joselyn , Hernández-Dávila Carlos , Gavilanes-López Wilma , Ruiz-López Paulina
Published: March 2024

El presente estudio está centrado en la búsqueda documental y científica para la comprensión del tema principal, el mismo que trata sobre la gestión escolar y el aprendizaje de los estudiantes. Por lo cual se ha realizado una búsqueda minuciosa de literatura en repositorios, bases de datos y sitios web bibliográficos como Scopus, Google Académico, Web of Science, entre otros. El artículo plantea netamente una metodología cualitativa y descriptiva basada en el análisis y estudio de libros, artículos y material literario web pertinente al tema permitiendo la ampliación de conocimientos con respecto al mismo, pero sobre todo en el campo educativo en el que se desarrolla. En conclusión, la finalidad de este documento se focaliza en llevar a una comprensión más clara y precisa de las problemáticas y carencias que atañen al sistema educativo si se lleva una mala gestión escolar en donde los principales afectados son los alumnos y su aprendizaje.
Upaya Peningkatan Ekonomi Masyarakat melalui Inovasi Produksi Teh Celup Sarang Semut
Authors: Candra Agus Wahyudi  , Kichi Agus Kichi Hermansyah , Supriyadi
Published: March 2024

Program kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk menjadikan masyarakat lebih mandiri dalam pengelolaan sumberdaya alam yang ada. Pada kegiatan ini, masyarakat dibekali dengan pengetahuan dasar tentang pembuatan teh celup berbahan dasar sarang semut untuk dapat menambah nilai ekonomi dari komoditi tersebut. Pada akhir kegiatan yang dilakukan bersama, masyarakat juga dilatih untuk melakukan proses pengemasan produk dengan menggunakan peralatan yang telah disediakan. Metode yang digunakan dalam kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah ceramah, serta meningkatkan kemampuan masyarakat dalam memproduksi teh celup. Kegiatan ini terselenggarakan di Aula Balai kampung Wasur yang diikuti sekitar 40 orang peserta yang berasal dari kampung Wasur. Hasil dari kegiatan yang telah berjalan dengan langsung melibatkan masyarakat lokal di kampung Wasur, menunjukkan bahwa mulai terlihat peningkatan keterampilan masyarakat dalam melakukan proses produksi, serta adaptasi masyarakat terhadap peralatan yang digunakan sebagai penunjang proses produksi.
Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat dalam Sinergitas Akademisi Jurnalistik Islam Tangkal Hoax pada Masyarakat Literasi Desa Corawali
Authors: Hidayati Sari , Hayat Nahrul , Muh. Ainul Sudarman
Published: March 2024

Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat ini bertujuan membantu masyarakat dalam menyeleksi berita asli dan palsu agar tidak mudah percaya kepada banyak oknum yang dalam banyak kasus telah merugikan masyarakat. Jenis penelitian ini deskriptif kualitatif dengan menerapkan teknik angket sebagai metode pengumpulan data, guna memperoleh pemahaman masyarakat terhadap hoax yang saat ini ramai dibicarakan. Hasil yang diperoleh adalah Desa Corawali tergolong dalam desa dengan masyarakat literasi, namun potensi masyarakat untuk terdampak masih sangat tinggi, ditandai dengan jawaban masyarakat yang berada pada indikator “netral”. Melalui PKM yang dilaksanakan di desa Corawali ini masyarakat diberikan arahan oleh penyaji terkait definisi umum hoax, UU ITE dan hukuman bagi penyebar hoax, selain itu masyarakat juga diberikan arahan terkait cara mengecek keaslian sebuah informasi.
Kata kunci: Hoax, Masyarakat Literasi, Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat
Pelatihan Pembuatan Kemoceng di SD Negeri Klasuat untuk Meningkatkan Kreativitas Masyarakat Papua Usia Dini
Authors: Wahyudien Mohammad Arief Nur , Siti Nur Kayatun  , Asih Ahistasari  , Evi Murfrihah Zain  , Mirga Maulana Rachmadhani
Published: March 2024

Sejak pandemi COVID-19 masuk ke Indonesia pada pertengahan Maret 2020, hampir semua aktivitas pendidikan dihentikan dan hampir semua sekolah ditutup.maupun perguruan tinggi tidak berjalan sebagaimana mestinya. Akibatnya, siswa dan mahasiswi dituntut untuk mengembangkan pemikiran mereka dengan membuat kerajinan tangan yang kreatif, tidak hanya dalam pendidikan, tetapi juga dalam diri mereka sendiri.Kemoceng adalah alat kebersihan yang dapat membersihkan debu di rumah, sekolah, kantor, dan tempat lainnya. Untuk meningkatkan minat dan semangat belajar siswa SD Negeri Klasuat Kota Sorong, kami membuat kegiatan membuat kemoceng dari tali rafia. Kegiatan ini melarang siswa SD Negeri Klasuat Kota Sorong bagaimana membuat kemoceng sebagai alat pembersih debu dengan bahan dan alat sederhana.
Penguatan PKK untuk Menumbuhkembangkan Koperasi Wanita di Desa Lapeo
Authors: Asriani  , Ikhsan Taufik , Nizar
Published: March 2024

Pemberdayaan ibu-ibu PKK melalui Koperasi wanita selain untuk mesukseskan salah satu program pokok PKK yaitu kehidupan berkoperasi juga dapat memajukan perekonomian desa dan membantu meningkatkan ekonomi keluarga. Tujuan dilaksanakan pengabdian ini untuk memberikan solusi atas permasalahan macetnya koperasi di Desa Lapeo. Pendekatan yang dilakukan melalui sosialisasi dengan memberikan  materi terkait dengan jenis-jenis koperasi yang bisa dikembangkan oleh ibu-ibu PKK untuk mengaktifkan kembali koperasi dengan mengkhususkan pada koperasi wanita. Hasil pengabdian menunjukan bahwa melalui sosialisasi yang dilaksankan tim pengabdi, ibu-ibu PKK menjadi paham hal-hal yang mengakibatkan macetnya koperasi di Desa Lapeo. Selain itu ibu-ibu PKK mengetahui jenis-jenis koperasi mana yang cocok untuk dikembangkan sesuai dengan karakteristik ibu-ibu PKK.
Studi Perkembangan dan Implementasi Sistem Basis Data Terdistribusi dalam Studi Literatur Review
Authors: Murti Hari , Supriyanto Edy , Redjeki Rara , Lestariningsih Endang , Ardhianto Eka
Published: March 2024

Basis data dianggap sebagai pangkalan data yang paling mendasar dalam sebuah sistem informasi. Seiring perkembangan jaman, jumlah data yang diolah oleh sebuah sistem informasi akan menjaadi sangat besar. Basis data saat ini tidak hanya tersimpan pada satu lokasi media penyimpanan, namun dapat tersimpan pada berbagai lokasi dan tempat penyimmpanan. Hal ini juga di dukung oleh perkembangan teknologi jaringan baik perangkat keras dan perangkat lunak yang mendukung. Model sistem basisdata terdistribusi sangat mendukung untuk pengolahan data yang tersimpan pada lokasi yang berbeda. Banyak implementasi sistem informasi yang mengunakan kopsep sistem basisdata terdistribusi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melihat perkembangan dari implementasi sistem basisdata yang menggunakan teknologi sistem basisdata terdistribusi. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode sistematic literature review. Hasil yang diperoleh adalah bahwa konsep sistem basisdata terdistribusi saat ini masih digunakan untuk mendukung tata kelola sistem informasi yang mengashilkan informasi yang sesuai dengan tujuan pengguna. Sistem yang dibangun menggunakan metode-metode pengambangan pada konsep basisdata terdistribusi memiliki keunggulan dalam beberapa aspek pengembangnnya
The Effect of Preventive Nursing Interventions on Reduction of Obesity Risk University Students: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Özaydın Tuba , Akın Belgin
Published: March 2024

Objective: The aim of the study was to assess the effect of an obesity prevention program to decrease obesity risk on university students at risk.
Methods: This is a parallel-group randomized controlled trial that is suitable for the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials (CONSORT) statement. The study was carried out at a University in Turkey. The study participants were 70 students (experiments 35 and control 35). The obesity prevention program, which includes education and practices about eating habits and physical activity, and motivational messages,
was implemented for 11 weeks. Nutrition training attitude score, exercise nutrition behavior score and exercise benefit/barrier score, body mass index, waist size ratio, and body fat percentage are the outcomes of the research. Dependent samples t-test, independent t-test, and intention to treat (ITT) were used for data analysis.
Results: The difference between the experimental group and the control group was statistically significant in attitude and behavior of nutrition exercise (p
Challenges and Prospects for Research on Microplastics in the Human Food Chain
Authors: Mamun Abdullah Al , Hapsari Rafif Naufi Waskitha , Acob Joel Rey Ugsang , Nugroho Heru Santoso Wahito
Published: March 2024

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Trend of Anemia Prevalence in Pregnant Women in the Working Area of Sukosari Health Center, Madiun City, 2018-2022
Authors: Sari Nur Heliana , Nugroho Heru Santoso Wahito , Handayani Tinuk Esti , Rahayu Teta Puji
Published: March 2024

Pregnancy anemia poses a significant national challenge due to its adverse impact on human resource (HR) quality. Without proper management, it can lead to maternal and fetal complications, even death. This study aimed to determine the trend of anemia prevalence of pregnant women from 2018-2022 in the working area of Sukosari Health Center, Madiun City. Conducted as descriptive quantitative research with predictive elements, it encompassed 2157 pregnant women in the center's jurisdiction. Utilizing the total population as the sample, data was collected from maternal LB3 documents. Trendline analysis in MS Office Excel revealed the trend and prediction of the anemia prevalence in the following year by displaying the equation display on chart. The results showed a trend and prediction of the anemia prevalence for pregnant women at the end of 2023, the total Sukosari Health Center increased. The trend and prediction of the prevalence of pregnant women in each village and each trimester of pregnancy also increased. The highest increase in the anemia prevalence for pregnant women occurred in Klegen Village and in the first trimester of pregnancy. From these results, it can be concluded that the trend of anemia prevalence of pregnant women at the health center has increased and exceeds the target set by the Madiun City Health Office, which is <15%. This condition needs to be monitoring and paid special attention to by increasing education on the prevention and treatment of anemia among adolescent girls and pregnant women, monitoring and evaluating the program of giving blood-added tablets, and maximizing local area monitoring of pregnant women. Innovative efforts can also be made in the form of taking blood tablets together on the opening day of pregnancy check-up services and during the implementation of classes for pregnant women and organizing classes for brides-to-be at health centers.
Bacterial hypothetical proteins may be of functional interest
Authors: Vincent Antony T.
Published: March 2024

Genomic analysis is part of the daily routine for many microbiology researchers. These analyses frequently unveil genes that encode proteins with uncertain functions, and for many bacterial species, these unknown genes constitute a significant proportion of their genomic coding sequences. Because these genes do not have defined functions, they are often overlooked in analyses. Experimentally determining the function of a gene can be challenging; however, ongoing advancements in bioinformatics tools, especially in protein structural analysis, are making it progressively easier to assign functions to hypothetical sequences. Leveraging various complementary tools and automated pipelines for annotating hypothetical sequences could ultimately enhance our comprehension of microbial functions and provide direction for new laboratory experiments.
Influenza and COVID-19 co-infection and vaccine effectiveness against severe cases: a mathematical modeling study
Authors: Liang Jingyi , Wang Yangqianxi , Lin Zhijie , He Wei , Sun Jiaxi , Li Qianyin , Zhang Mingyi , Chang Zichen , Guo Yinqiu , Zeng Wenting , Liu Tie , Zeng Zhiqi , Yang Zifeng , Hon Chitin
Published: March 2024

Background

Influenza A virus have a distinctive ability to exacerbate SARS-CoV-2 infection proven by in vitro studies. Furthermore, clinical evidence suggests that co-infection with COVID-19 and influenza not only increases mortality but also prolongs the hospitalization of patients. COVID-19 is in a small-scale recurrent epidemic, increasing the likelihood of co-epidemic with seasonal influenza. The impact of co-infection with influenza virus and SARS-CoV-2 on the population remains unstudied.

Method

Here, we developed an age-specific compartmental model to simulate the co-circulation of COVID-19 and influenza and estimate the number of co-infected patients under different scenarios of prevalent virus type and vaccine coverage. To decrease the risk of the population developing severity, we investigated the minimum coverage required for the COVID-19 vaccine in conjunction with the influenza vaccine, particularly during co-epidemic seasons.

Result

Compared to the single epidemic, the transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 exhibits a lower trend and a delayed peak when co-epidemic with influenza. Number of co-infection cases is higher when SARS-CoV-2 co-epidemic with Influenza A virus than that with Influenza B virus. The number of co-infected cases increases as SARS-CoV-2 becomes more transmissible. As the proportion of individuals vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine and influenza vaccines increases, the peak number of co-infected severe illnesses and the number of severe illness cases decreases and the peak time is delayed, especially for those >60 years old.

Conclusion

To minimize the number of severe illnesses arising from co-infection of influenza and COVID-19, in conjunction vaccinations in the population are important, especially priority for the elderly.
Anecdata: children’s and adults’ evaluation of anecdotal and statistical evidence
Authors: Nissel Jenny , Woolley Jacqueline D.
Published: March 2024

Pseudoscientific beliefs, including vaccine-related and other types of conspiracy theories, are often formed through reliance on personal anecdotes shared by people with similar belief sets. In the present study, we explore one aspect of pseudoscientific versus scientific reasoning by studying the development of the use of anecdotal versus statistical evidence. To do so, we asked 7 and 10-year-olds and adults to help an agent solve a problem by choosing one of two potential solutions, one supported by an anecdote and one by a graph. Results revealed significant age differences, with older participants more likely to value the graphical over the anecdotal evidence. Participants who chose the anecdotal solution frequently justified their choices by referring to either an inferred causal relationship between the chosen solution and the outcome or to the characteristics of the person who provided the anecdote. Participants who chose the graphical solution frequently referred to quantity. Our findings suggest that both a greater valuation of statistical information and an increased ability to reflect critically about causal relationships may be critical in resisting the persuasive power of anecdotes, and hence, in making valid evidence-based decisions.
Preoperative glucose-to-lymphocyte ratio predicts survival in cancer
Authors: Liu Le , Zhang Bei-bei , Li Yuan-zhou , Huang Wen-juan , Niu Ye , Jia Qing-chun , Wang Wen , Yuan Jia-rui , Miao Shi-di , Wang Rui-tao , Wang Guang-yu
Published: March 2024

Background

Systemic inflammation and glucose metabolism have been closely related to the survival of cancer patients. Therefore, we aimed to evaluate whether preoperative glucose-to-lymphocyte ratio (GLR) can be used to predict the survival of cancer patients.

Methods

We retrospectively examined 2172 cancer patients who underwent surgery from January 1, 2014, to December 31, 2016. There were 240 patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), 378 patients with colorectal cancer (CRC), 221 patients with breast cancer (BC), 335 patients with gastric cancer (GC), 270 patients with liver cancer, 233 patients with esophageal cancer (EC), 295 patients with renal cancer, and 200 patients with melanoma. The formula for preoperative GLR calculation was as follows: GLR=glucose/lymphocyte count. The overall survival (OS) was estimated using the Kaplan-Meier method. The predictive factors for OS were determined using multivariate analysis.

Results

The Kaplan-Meier analysis showed that the median survival time in the high-GLR group was much shorter than that of those in the low-GLR group for different cancers. Cox multivariate regression analysis reveals that preoperative GLR was an independent factor for predicting overall survival in different tumor types.

Conclusion

Elevated preoperative GLR was remarkably associated with a poorer prognosis in patients with NSCLC, CRC, breast cancer, gastric cancer, kidney cancer, liver cancer, esophageal cancer, and melanoma. Preoperative GLR promises to be an essential predictor of survival for cancer patients.