bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A new way of analyzing tooth movement using universal coordinate system geometry single point superposition in a 3D model
Authors: SOUZA Rodrigo Xavier Silveira de , SOUZA Gustavo Almeida Silveira de , COLARES João Pacheco , IANNI Tânia Mara de Souza , MAGALHÃES Cláudia Silami de , GUERRERO-VARGAS José Alejandro , MONTALVANY-ANTONUCCI Carina Cristina , MACARI Soraia
Published: October 2023

ABSTRACT Introduction: Superposing 3D models is an imminent need. However, current methods rely on marking multiple points on the maxilla and mandible, which could increase point marking and overlapping errors. Objective: This study aimed at developing a method for superimposing 3D models of the maxillary and mandibular arches with Autodesk Inventor® engineering software, using a single universal coordinate system (UCS) point superposition. Methods: A total of 104 STL (stereolithography) models of the maxillary and mandibular arches exported from My iTero® platform were retrospectively selected, in which T0 and T1 were the initial and refinement periods, respectively (n=26 per group). The X, Y, and Z coordinates associated with a single point in each arch were inserted into the models with SlicerCMF® software for model orientation. The arch models with UCS registration were transferred to Autodesk Inventor® for superimposition and to measure tooth movements performed during Invisalign® treatment. Arch expansion, intrusion and rotation were analyzed by two examiners. The statistics were performed using intraclass correlation coefficients (ICC), Dahlberg’s formula, and t-test (p<0.05). Results: A reliable method of superimposing 3D digital models using a single UCS point in the maxilla and mandible was developed. ICC showed excellent intra- and inter-examiner correlation (ICC>0.90). A systematic error was not found concerning linear and angular measurements (<1mm and <1.5°, respectively). Digital dental movements could be analyzed, including arch expansion, dental intrusion, and tooth rotation. Conclusions: The developed method was proven reliable and reproducible for superimposing 3D models of the maxillary and mandibular arches by using UCS system.
Fotobiomodulação no tratamento do trismo em pacientes tratados por câncer de boca ou orofaringe: um ensaio clínico controlado randomizado
Authors: Fernandes Anderson Gonçalves , Oliveira Aline Figueiredo de , Scarpel Renata D’Arc
Published: October 2023

RESUMO Objetivo investigar a eficácia da associação entre a fotobiomodulação de baixa frequência e a terapia fonoaudiológica tradicional no tratamento do trismo, em pacientes tratados por câncer de boca ou orofaringe. Métodos ensaio clínico controlado, randomizado, longitudinal e prospectivo, realizado de acordo as normas da declaração CONSORT 2010. Para a coleta de dados, foi utilizado o questionário sociodemográfico, a avaliação clínica, a mensuração da abertura de boca por paquímetro, o protocolo de dor McGuill e o protocolo de qualidade de vida WHOQOL-Bref. A amostra foi composta por 30 participantes, de ambos os gêneros na faixa etária de 35-75 anos, divididos em dois grupos, controle e experimental, de forma controlada, mediante sorteio igualitário no que tange aos critérios de inclusão e exclusão. Resultados por meio dos dados analisados, observou-se que houve aumento da amplitude vertical de mandíbula em ambos os grupos, GC: p<0,005 e GE: p<0,001. Não houve correlação estatística entre os grupos na comparação da abertura de boca, p>0,19, assim como em relação à dor orofacial e à qualidade de vida, p= 0,72, ambas as avaliações após a intervenção fonoaudiológica, porém, com melhores resultados para o GE, p<0,001. Conclusão Conclui-se pela eficácia da intervenção fonoaudiológica tradicional e a associação com a fotobiomodulação de baixa frequência no tratamento do trismo. Para a dor orofacial e qualidade de vida, o tratamento associado é mais benéfico.
Rede de proteção e política de convivência: reflexões sobre a práxis
Authors: Albuquerque Leonam Amitaf Ferreira Pinto de , Alberto Maria de Fátima Pereira
Published: October 2023

Resumo O objetivo deste estudo é a análise dos papéis da rede de proteção em uma política municipal de convivência familiar sob a perspectiva de seus agentes. Foi realizada uma análise documental das atas de reunião de um Conselho dos Direitos da Criança, elaboradas entre 2006 e 2020. O material foi submetido à Análise de Conteúdo Temática e a estatísticas descritivas. Foi observado que o acolhimento institucional e familiar e a colocação em família substituta são as medidas mais pautadas. As instituições do sistema de justiça exercem pressão sobre os agentes sociais, e estes monitoram os conselhos tutelares e as entidades de acolhimento. O espaço do grupo de trabalho possibilita aos agentes discutirem os rumos da política de convivência familiar e comunitária e cobrarem sua implementação. Os aspectos discutidos têm implicações sobre a operacionalização dessa política no âmbito municipal.
O Estado como relação social: consequências teórico-analíticas da (re)leitura relacional
Authors: Marques Marcelo de Souza
Published: October 2023

Resumo Os argumentos centrais do artigo é que o Estado, percebido como parte de uma totalidade social, é uma relação social e, portanto, faz-se necessário uma (re)leitura relacional para se pensar a imbricação Estado/sociedade. Ao assumir esse pressuposto, discutirei o Estado como agente e como campo e, a partir de diálogos com a tradição histórico-institucionalista, refletirei sobre a autonomia do Estado e as mudanças institucionais. Com isso, espero trazer para o debate algumas considerações para uma reflexão teórica, com implicações analíticas, a partir de uma perspectiva relacional sobre o Estado.
USE OF TERIPARATIDE IN SURGICAL PLANNING FOR PATIENTS WITH OSTEOPOROSIS
Authors: JORDAN RICARDO CEPEDA , BAZáN PEDRO LUIS , ADARO JOSé CARLOS SORIA
Published: October 2023

ABSTRACT Currently, there are no guidelines for treating osteoporosis in spinal surgery. The rate of complications such as screw loosening, proximal junction kyphosis, cage subsidence, and loss of reduction in fractures is high. Objective: To evaluate the use of teriparatide and denosumab in planning spinal surgery in an osteoporotic patient with degenerative pathology, emphasizing the fusion rate, bone mineral density, and decreased complications. Method: A systematic search was performed in medical reference databases for comparative studies of teriparatide and denosumab in spinal surgery to evaluate fusion, screw loosening, bone mineral density, and decrease in the incidence of vertebral fractures. χ2 was implemented for the statistical analysis, according to PRISMA (2020). Result: Fusion rate with teriparatide was 79.28% in the first six months, 95% CI (OR 2.62) and decreased screw loosening rate 81.9% 95% CI (OR 0.6). Increase in bone mineral density 15.5% OR 1.49 (0.77 - 2.86) and decrease in vertebral fracture rate 85.4% OR 0.5. Conclusions: Teriparatide and denosumab should be considered in perioperative spinal planning due to their effectiveness, synergism, and low adverse effects; to improve bone mineral density and decrease the rate of complications. Clinical, comparative, and statistically significant studies are required to confirm this. Level of Evidence II; Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
COMPARING PREOPERATIVE QUALITY OF LIFE QUESTIONNAIRE IN LUMBAR STENOSIS
Authors: MISTRO NETO SYLVIO , VERDE EMíLIO CRISóSTOMO LIMA , ROSA ANDRE Frazão , LIMA MAURICIO COELHO , CAVALI PAULO TADEU MAIA , ZUIANI GUILHERME REBECHI , PASQUALINI WAGNER , TEBET MARCOS ANTONIO , RISSO NETO MARCELO ÍTALO
Published: October 2023

ABSTRACT Objective: To correlate the four quality of life questionnaires: Oswestry Disability Index (ODI), SF-36, Swiss Spinal Stenosis Questionnaire (SSS), and EQ-5D in patients who have not received surgical treatment of lumbar stenosis. Methods: Prospective cross-sectional study. Forty patients diagnosed with lumbar stenosis at a university hospital answered four quality-of-life questionnaires in a preoperative consultation. The scores of each questionnaire were tabulated and then compared. In statistical analysis, the Spearman correlation was performed. Results: 17 female and 23 male patients with a mean age of 56.5 years. ODI had an average dysfunction of 44.9%; the PCS score averaged 29.9, and the MCS score of 41.3. The general symptoms of SSS presented a mean of 3.2, and the EQ-5D presented an average of 0.491. The EQ-5D presented the best correlation with the other questionnaires. The score that presented a worse correlation with the other questionnaires was the neuroischemic symptomatology of SSS. Conclusion: quality-of-life questionnaires can be correlated; thus, the evaluation of preoperative patients can be simplified. Level of Evidence III; Diagnostic Studies.
ANTERIOR LUMBAR INTERBODY FUSION (ALIF): EPIDEMIOLOGICAL AND RADIOLOGICAL PROFILE
Authors: KLINGELFUS FELIPE SILVA , SEBBEN ANDRé LUIS , KULCHESKI ÁLYNSON LAROCCA , PINTO CRISTIANO SILVA , SANTORO PEDRO GREIN DEL , GRAELLS XAVIER SOLER
Published: October 2023

ABSTRACT Objective: Evaluate the epidemiological and radiographic data of patients submitted to the Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF) technique and the possible complications related to this procedure. Methods: A longitudinal and retrospective study was carried out to analyze electronic medical records and image files of patients who underwent spinal surgery using the ALIF technique between February 2019 and January 2021. Epidemiological data such as age, gender, and level of surgery were analyzed. Radiographic evaluations of lumbar lordosis from L1 to S1 were performed using the COBB technique and the anterior and posterior height of the disc space. The presence of intraoperative and postoperative complications in the patients was analyzed. Results: Initially, 70 patients were analyzed. The most prevalent operated level was L5-S1. The length of stay of the patients varied between 36 and 72 hours. Intraoperative bleeding ranged from 20mL to 400mL. Three patients had significant venous lesions. Differences between anterior and posterior lordosis and height measurements were significant (p < 0.001). Lordosis had a mean increase of 10.3°, anterior height had a mean increase of 7.9mm, and posterior height of 4.0mm. Six cases of intra and postoperative complications were observed. Conclusion: The patients showed improvement in the radiological parameters of the anterior and posterior height of the vertebral discs, with a significant increase in lumbar lordosis. Complication rates were 9.8%, and we had a short hospital stay. Level of Evidence II; Retrospective Longitudinal Study.
Beta diversity of Ephemeroptera, Plecoptera and Trichoptera on multiples spatial extents in Xingu River rapids
Authors: Barreiros Nayara Monteiro , Giarrizzo Tommaso , Godoy Bruno Spacek
Published: October 2023

Abstract: Aim Additive diversity partitioning has been used to explain the accumulation of diversity at different spatial scales with relative success. In lotic ecosystems, the spatial extent is extremely relevant in studies of diversity accumulation, because it encompasses environmental variation that causes changes in the observed communities. Despite of previous knowledge on the effect of extent on biological communities and diversity accumulation, little is known about the topic in aquatic insect communities in large rivers. In this context, we studied the effect of spatial extent and environmental variation on diversity components, alpha and beta, in Ephemeroptera, Plecoptera and Trichoptera (EPT) groups in Xingu River rapids. Methods The sampling was carried out in October 2015 in the dry period of the region, in nine rapids in the Xingu, Bacajá and Iriri rivers. At each collection site, five Surber samples were taken. We also recorded pH, dissolved oxygen, electrical conductivity, water temperature, and geographic coordinates. We used additive diversity partitioning to separate the diversity components α and β. For the spatial component, we generated the spatial filters using PCNM (Principal Coordinates of Neighbour Matrices) and partitioned the variance between space and environment using partial Redundancy Analysis (pRDA). Results We collected 12,249 individuals in 27 genera within 11 families in the EPT orders. The greatest accumulation of diversity was observed among rapids of the river, when the β diversity in this spatial extent was greater than the expected. The spatial structure was an indirect effect at this extent, since it is a relevant drive to environmental variables. Conclusions The results indicate that the effect of spatial extent on rapids is a contributing factor in the diversity components of aquatic insect communities in large river rapids. To the conservation and management of this environment is necessary cover as many rapids as possible, since the preservation of only a few rapids can mean a substantial loss of regional diversity.
O ATAQUE DE 8 DE JANEIRO NOS EDITORIAIS DOS JORNAIS BRASILEIROS
Authors: Drummond Daniela , Manginelli Francieli
Published: October 2023

Este trabalho analisa e compara o posicionamento dos jornais mainstream Folha de São Paulo, O Globo e Estado de São Paulo em relação aos ataques do 8 de janeiro de 2023 por parte de pessoas que ocuparam e depredaram a Praça dos Três Poderes. Nada semelhante às cenas de barbárie e depredação das sedes das instituições ocorridas em Brasília foi visto durante a história republicana do país, fato que justifica tal análise. Nosso objetivo foi verificar: (1) as percepções sobre os acampamentos e protestos, (2) as narrativas iniciais acerca dos ataques de 8 de janeiro e (3) a mudança de postura e de nomenclaturas utilizadas sobre os indivíduos que cometeram o ato, além da (4) reconstrução das narrativas, com o decorrer dos dias e criminalização das invasões. O corpus é formado por todos os textos editoriais sobre o assunto publicados do dia 1º até o dia 18 de janeiro. Este estudo contribui para uma compreensão mais aprofundada de como a mídia tradicional cobriu um evento de extrema relevância para o cenário político e social brasileiro. As metodologias utilizadas foram a análise temática e análise de enquadramento. Pudemos verificar que não havia preocupações por parte dos jornais com as manifestações antidemocráticas e os acampamentos bolsonaristas antes dos ataques, mas que após os mesmos há uma preocupação em que haja punição aos culpados. Também percebemos que a Folha de S. Paulo foi o único jornal que não relacionou os ataques dos manifestantes com a figura de Jair Bolsonaro.
Mechanism Study of Polydatin in Treating Spinal Cord Injury by Modulating Mitochondrial Membrane Potential Based on Network Pharmacology and Molecular Docking
Authors: Dong Bo , He Xijing
Published: October 2023

Spinal cord injury (SCI) is one of the most devastating central lesions, and mitochondrial function plays an important role in secondary injury after SCI. Polydatin (PD) is a natural glycosylated precursor of resveratrol, showing mitochondrial preservation effects in the central nervous system. This study aimed to identify the hub target genes of PD on mitochondrial membrane potential (MMP) in SCI. A comprehensive analysis was performed on SCI-related genes, MMP-related genes, and PD targets screening from public databases. Differential expression analysis was conducted to identify differentially expressed genes (DEGs) in SCI. Gene set enrichment analysis (GSEA) and gene set variation analysis (GSVA) were employed to assess pathway enrichment. Protein-protein interaction (PPI) network analysis and molecular docking were conducted to identify key genes and evaluate the binding affinity between PD and hub genes. A total of 16,958 SCI-related genes, 2,786 MMP-related genes, 318 PD-related target genes, and 7229 DEGs were identified. Intersection analysis revealed 46 genes common to all four categories. GSEA and GSVA analysis identified significant enrichment of pathways associated with suppressed and activated SCI biological processes. The PPI network analysis identified seven core hub genes: EGFR, SRC, VEGFA, STAT3, ERBB2, TP53, and RHOA. Molecular docking revealed strong binding affinities between PD and ERBB2, EGFR, and RHOA. The findings based on computational investigation from public databases suggest that PD may have therapeutic potential for SCI by modulating MMP. These results contribute to the understanding of SCI pathogenesis and the development of novel therapeutic strategies.
TLR9 Knockdown Alleviates Sepsis via Disruption of MyD88/NF-κB Pathway Activation
Authors: Li Lili , Jiang Lili , Mao Shuzhu , Ye Jiajian
Published: October 2023

Sepsis is a life-threatening organ dysfunction due to dysregulated host response to infection, accompanied by a high rate of mortality worldwide. During sepsis progression, toll-like receptors (TLRs) play essential roles in the aberrant inflammatory response that contributes to sepsis-related mortality. Here, we demonstrated a critical role of TLR9 in the progression of sepsis. A septic mouse model was established by cecal ligation and puncture (CLP), then administered with lentivirus encoding si-TLR9/LY294002. TLR9 protein expression and p65 nuclear translocation level/TLR9 protein positive expression/interaction between TLR9 and myeloid differentiation primary response protein 88 (MyD88) in the cecal tissues were examined by Western blot/immunohistochemistry/co-immunoprecipitation assays. Serum levels of pro-inflammatory factors [e.g., interleukin-6 (IL-6) and tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α)] as well as bacterial contents in the liver/spleen/mesenteric lymph nodes (MLN) were measured by ELISA and bacterial mobility assay. TLR9 expression was augmented in the cecal tissues, TLR9 and MyD88 interaction was enhanced, nuclear p65 protein level was increased, cytoplasmic p65 protein level was decreased, and the nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB) pathway was activated in CLP-induced septic mice, while TLR9 knockout protected against CLP-induced sepsis via the MyD88/NF-κB pathway inactivation. Briefly, TLR9 inhibition-mediated protection against CLP-induced sepsis was associated with a reduction in pro-inflammatory cytokine release and a promotion of bacterial clearance via a mechanism involving the MyD88/NF-κB pathway inactivation.
THERMAL INSTABILITY OF HYDROMAGNETIC JEFFREY NANOFLUIDS IN POROUS MEDIA WITH VARIABLE GRAVITY FOR FREE-FREE, RIGID-RIGID, AND RIGID-FREE BOUNDARIES
Authors: Bains Deepak , Sharma Pushap Lata
Published: October 2023

This article presents a numerical and graphical examination of thermal instability of hydromagnetic Jeffrey nanofluids in porous media with variable gravity for free-free, rigid-rigid, and rigid-free boundaries by using Galerkin technique and normal mode analysis. The Darcy model is employed. Four different gravity variable parameters: h(z) = -(ez - 1); exponential, h(z) = -z2; parabolic, h(z) = -z; and linear, h(z) = z are taken, and their effects on the Jeffrey parameter, magnetic field, moderated diffusivity ratio, porosity of porous media, Lewis number, and nanoparticle Rayleigh number on stationary convection have been calculated numerically and graphically shown for all three boundary conditions, namely free-free, rigid-rigid, and rigid-free. The necessary conditions for frequencies of the oscillatory mode under all three boundaries have been calculated. According to our research, positive linear gravity parameters make the system unstable for all three boundary conditions, but exponential gravity parameters are superior at stabilizing stationary convection for all three boundary conditions.
Bienestar animal y prevención del maltrato animal: cartilla pedagógica
Authors:   Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia, Molina Ricaurte Carlos Jesus
Published: October 2023

La emergencia de nuevos escenarios sociales, como el de la familia “multiespecie” (en la que hacen parte los animales de compañía), urge a la disciplina del Derecho a reflexionar sobre temas fundamentales como lo son el sujeto/objeto de derechos, los derechos/deberes con animales no humanos, entre otros similares. Por esta razón, esta cartilla pedagógica busca proponer conceptos importantes que sirvan de base para el conocimiento y la formulación de un marco normativo de la eutanasia en Colombia, adecuado al ejercicio efectivo y la garantía del derecho a morir dignamente, tanto en relación con los seres humanos, como en relación con los animales no humanos, dando un nuevo alcance al fenómeno de la eutanasia. Aunque la eutanasia en animales no es un fenómeno nuevo, tanto que ni siquiera hay conciencia de cuándo se viene practicando, solo de manera reciente se ha abordado desde la teoría, lo cual ha permitido diferenciarlo y delimitarlo frente a otros fenómenos, como el maltrato o el sacrificio animales. Lo anterior es de utilidad no solo para la academia y los creadores de leyes y políticas públicas, sino para la sociedad en general, toda vez que sirve para educar y generar conciencia creciente sobre un tema que adquiere cada vez mayor relevancia.
Hybrid agreement with English quantifier partitives
Authors: Messick Troy
Published: October 2023

This paper presents a novel case study of a 3/4 agreement pattern typically found with hybrid nouns. This case study involves agreement and binding with Quantified NPs in English. I propose an analysis that relies on different classes of agreement targets agreeing at different times and couple this with a condition on the access to semantic agreement features. This new analysis can account for the novel data presented here as well as the data from the literature. This paper hence broadens both our empirical knowledge of 3/4 patterns as well as refines our theory of features and agreement that underlie such patterns.
Simulation of protection against unbalanced high-voltage asynchronous drive of recycle compressor in fuel hydrotreating unit
Authors: Dmitrieva V. V. , Khammatov A. B.
Published: October 2023

In the oil and gas industry, continuous processes such as oil and gas refining play a great role and are sensitive to many external factors. Such processes require special procedures for stopping and restarting. In order to maintain a sustainable process, the entire system needs to be cleaned by removing of unreacted components. Rejected raw materials are often dumped into a flare leading to tangible environmental problems and significant economic disadvantages. Electrotechnical systems (ETS) play an important role in ensuring continuous technological processes in oil and gas industry. Electric motors are one of the key elements of ETS. The majority of the electrical machines used in industry today are Asynchronous motors (AM) – no less than 80 %. Ensuring their trouble-free operation is one of the key factors in the design, simulation, and analysis of asynchronous motor relay protection systems, including unbalanced conditions of their operation. These conditions can occur due to unbalanced AM connection circuits, supply voltage unbalance, or as any faults in a machine itself. Operating a motor under these conditions will result in shorter motor life, reduced power, wear and aging of the insulation. The study subject was an Asynchronous motor drive of a recycle compressor of a gasoline hydrotreating unit at the fuel hydrotreating integrated unit at the Astrakhan Gas Refining Plant (AGRP). The authors used Matlab simulations to study the facility and its protection systems/devices operation. The method of symmetrical components was selected as the main theoretical method. The authors developed a model of an asynchronous motor drive of a recycle compressor. This involved establishing a set of relay protections (RP) and developing the models of the following protections: sequence filter (symmetrical component filter) (SF), negative sequence (nps) O/C protection, and overload protection. It was demonstrated that the specified relay protection complex fully protects the motor from unbalanced operation conditions. The authors conducted a study of the protection complex operation under different supply voltage unbalances, with different motor loads. They formed a conclusion about the performance of the developed protection complex, and gave recommendations for its technical implementation in a business environment. The study findings can be used as a basis for the development and testing of relay protection components of the entire electrical system of the fuel hydrotreating unit at the Astrakhan Gas Refining Plant.
Internal and cross sectional benchmarking of electrical energy use in opencast coal mine
Authors: Topno S. A. , Umre B. S. , Aware M. V. , Sahoo L. K.
Published: October 2023

Electrical energy consumption in the opencast coal mine is very high. Electric shovels, pumps and coal handling plants consume 75% of the total electricity consumption of an opencast coal mine. In this paper, a modelling framework has been developed for electrical energy use benchmarking (internal as well as cross-sectional) of the mine. To develop a mine specific model for benchmarking electrical energy use statistical approach (linear regression method) has been applied. Specific power consumption (SPC) is used as a benchmarking index to assess the operating energy performance of a specific mine and multiple coal mines of India based on the field studies. Seasonal analysis of the electrical energy usage has also been analysed. Our results show the benchmark SPC as 0.50 kWh/t and the energy-saving potential as 10.7% for a single mine and the benchmark SPC of multiple coal mines as 0.52 kWh/t. The result concludes that SPC widely depends on its capacity and mining method and the developed model are useful for benchmarking and targeting for efficient electrical energy use in opencast mine.
Enrichment of Algerian kaolin using froth flotation method
Authors: Laraba M.
Published: October 2023

The objective of this research is to study the removal of coloring impurities from Algerian kaolin ore (Tamazert kaolin, TK) located in the eastern region of Algeria, utilizing froth flotation process. The results obtained from XRF, SEM, and XRD characterization demonstrate that this local material is an alumino-silicate containing kaolinite, along with impurities such as Fe2O3 (> 2.7 % by weight) and TiO2 (0.28 % by weight) which contribute to its coloring. After homogenization, crushing and milling, several froth flotation tests were conducted on TK. The results revealed that Tamazert kaolin exhibits favorable performance with froth flotation, in order to improve its properties. Based on the results obtained, it can be concluded that all fractions can be treated effectively using froth flotation with an optimal mass yield (weight recovery) of 79.84 % in concentrate for the fraction of 20–40 μm. Iron and titanium, the main coloring impurities in Tamazert kaolin, were reduced from 2.7 % to 0.08 % by weight for Fe2O3 in the fraction 20-40 μm, and from 0.28 % to 0.04 % by weight for TiO2 in the same fraction, as determined by the optimum test. The significant reduction in coloring impurities (Fe2O3 and TiO2) achieved through the flotation process confirms that iron is present in a free state in Tamazert kaolin. It can be ultimately confirmed that the froth flotation process can be a potentially effective process to improve the quality of Tamazert kaolin ore by removing Fe2O3 and TiO2 with satisfactory results which meet the requirements of local companies.
USING SUBJECTIVE REPORT RATING SCALES TO REVEAL BASIC PROCESSES UNDERLYING INSIGHT SOLUTIONS IN ANAGRAM TASKS
Authors:   Institute of Psychology, Russian Academy of Sciences, Medyntsev Alexey A.
Published: October 2023

The research attempted to evaluate the informativeness of subjective rating scales in order to reveal the processes underlying insightful solving of anagrams. Subjects divided into two groups solved anagrams evaluating their own solutions using rating scales of subjective characteristics taken from similar insight study (Danek et al., 2014): solution happiness, solution surprise, solution suddenness, solution certainty, and experience of an impasse. The subjects in the first group (the “Insight” group) solved regular anagrams. The second group (the “Implicit” group) solved anagrams based on a single pattern, which led to an implicit learning effect. It was expected that the values of the subjective rating scales would make it possible to separate insightful solutions of anagrams based on the realization of implicit knowledge from ordinary insightful solutions. The obtained results confirmed the validity of the assumption. The predictors of belonging to different groups were the scales of solution happiness, solution certainty and experience of an impasse. The study has demonstrated that it is possible to use subjective rating scales to separate insightful anagram solutions on the basis of processes that caused them. This indicates that such a subjective reporting technique is an informative method. The results of this study provide new possibilities for improving the self-reporting procedure in insight research.
GFP-sacB Characterization v1
Authors: iGEM NUS
Published: October 2023

2023 NUS-Singapore iGEM team followed this protocol to characterise their New Composite Part "GFP-sacB" with IPTG and sucrose solution at various concentrations.
Colony PCR v1
Authors: iGEM NUS
Published: October 2023

2023 NUS-Singapore iGEM team followed this protocol to perform preliminary screening of plasmid-containing colonies without the need for overnight cell culture. This screening aimed to confirm the correct assembly of DNA fragments during Gibson Assembly or the presence of target DNA fragments in the plasmid. After obtaining the results of the colony PCR, the team could then decide whether specific colonies required overnight culturing. This would allow them to perform plasmid extraction the next day, obtain the fully assembled plasmid, and send it out for sequencing to confirm the final structure.
TaqMan Array Card (TAC) for enteropathogen detection v1
Authors: Liu Jie
Published: October 2023

Enteric infections are caused by a wide variety of pathogens and simultaneous infection with multiple pathogens can be common, thus making comprehensive diagnostic testing challenging. The TaqMan Array Card (TAC) is a 384-well real-time PCR format for TAC-compatible instrument platforms. A custom enteric TAC capable of detecting multiple targets on a single card for 8 samples has been developed, including viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and helminths. MS2 and phocine herpes virus (PhHV) are added to the fecal samples during nucleic acid extraction as external controls to monitor extraction and amplification. This procedure describes the a modified extraction protocol to isolate both DNA and RNA from fecal specimens using the QIAmp Fast DNA Stool Mini Kit, and the TAC setup protocol to detect enteropathogens.
Oligo Pool Resuspension and PCR v1
Authors: iGEM NUS
Published: October 2023

2023 NUS-Singapore iGEM team followed this protocol to resuspend the dried oligo pool and perform PCR to amplify the DNA fragments in the oligo pool.
Golden Gate Assembly v2
Authors: iGEM NUS
Published: October 2023

2023 NUS-Singapore iGEM team followed this protocol to assemble DNA oligos containing Golden Gate restriction sites with a plasmid backbone that contains the same restriction sites. The restriction enzymes utilised in this protocol are the Type IIS restriction enzymes, specifically BsaI. The use of Type IIS restriction enzymes ensures that there is no scar or extra sequence at the junctions between the assembled fragments.
MSI-Explorer - a napari plug-in for biochemical annotation of mass spectrometry imaging data v1
Authors: Min Min Thaw Saw Nay
Published: October 2023

Mass spectrometry imaging (MSI) provides label-free localization of hundreds of biochemicals — metabolites, lipids, exposomes, drugs and peptides — from single cells to tissue sections. This capability has opened up unprecedented opportunities in diagnosis and pathophysiology understanding of diseases such as cancers, diabetes, neurodegenerative, and metabolic disorders. However, MSI analysis is not supported by the napari ecosystem, which has left out the growing spatial metabolomics community from taking advantage of napari’s powerful visualization and image analysis capabilities. The MSI-Explorer, a napari plug-in is a powerful tool designed for targeted biochemical annotations in MSI data. This user manual provides a comprehensive guide on how to install, use, and explore the functionalities of the plug-in within the napari platform. It covers data import, visualization, mean intensity calculation, region of interest (ROI) analysis, annotation with selected database and pre-processing such as noise reduction and normalization.
A simple phototaxis assay for aquatic larvae v1
Authors: M Butler Julie , A O'Connell Lauren
Published: October 2023

Phototaxis assays are utilized throughout neuroscience research to measure exploratory behaviors and visual capabilities. Here we detail a simple and low cost phototaxis assay for aquatic larvae. The assay chamber is constructed out of concentric petri dishes, where the animal is in the central chamber while the outer chamber can be rotated. The ability rotate the arena allows observers to distinguish between an animal settling on one side of the arena versus a true preference for one environment over the other. This assay is useful for behavior assays in laboratory settings, including undergraduate teaching laboratories. Student can gather data in real time in a relatively-high throughput manner.
Kontribusi Mutu Informasi Terhadap Efektivitas Kerja Pegawai Bidang Pendidikan Menengah dan Tinggi di Dinas Pendidikan Provinsi Jawa Barat
Authors: Azizah Riska , Muhtaram Mirfani Aceng , M.Pd Suryadi
Published: October 2023

The tittle of this research is "Contribution of Information Quality of Work Effectiveness Against Employee Education and Higher Secondary Education Department of West Java Province". In general, this study aims to determine how much influence the quality of information on the effectiveness of employees working in the field Dikmenti Education Department of West Java Province. The method used in this research is descriptive method with quantitative approach. The data collection technique using a closed questionnaire distributed to 49 employees as the study population (total sampling). Weight calculation results Mean Score (WMS), shows that the quality of information included in either category with a score of 2.97 and the effectiveness of the employees included in the excellent category with a score of 3.08. Normality test results on the distribution of the data showed that the variables X and Y have normal distribution, further analysis of the data using statistical parametric. The correlation analysis using Pearson Product Moment correlation coefficient between variables X and Y is equal to 0.742 which shows that the correlation of the two variables are at the level of positive relationships and strong. Meanwhile, the results of significance test using t-test comparison is t_hitung (7.579) t_tabel (2,012) means that there is a significant relationship between the variables X and Y. Further, test results of the coefficient of determination is that the variable X contributes to variable Y for 55% and the rest 45% influenced by other factors. Results of regression analysis equation Y = 13.955 + 0.742 X. The conclusion is evident that there is a strong and significant relationship between Quality of Work Effectiveness Against Information Officer of Secondary and Higher Education in the Education Department of West Java Province.
Pengaruh Orientasi Gaya Kepemimpinan Terhadap Disiplin Kerja Pegawai di Badan Kepegawaian Daerah Kota Bandung
Authors: Sugina Gina , Suryana Asep , Prihatin Eka
Published: October 2023

This study entitled “The Influence of Leadership Style to Employee’s Discipline in Bandung Staffing Berau (Badan Kepegawaian Daerah (BKD) Kota Bandung)”. The research questions of this study is about employee’s discipline who work in Bandung Staffing Berau. The aims of this study is obtain the actual picture of the influence of the orientation of leadership style on employee’s discipline in BKD Kota Bandung. The method used in this research is descriptive method with a quantitative approach. While the data collection techniques used through thequestionnaire enclosed with a four rating scale (Likert). Population is used as a source of data in this research study as well as the sample is the entireemployee BKD Kota Bandung by 94 employees. Based on the results of data processing computed by using the WMS (Weight Means Scored) showed that the average general tendency for the variable X (Orientation Leadership Style) of 3.13 and be in the good category, and the general trend of the average for the variable Y (Employee’s Discipline ) of 3.21 to be in good category. Results of testing normality of data distribution, it is known that the variables X and Y variables are normally distributed. Judging from the calculation of the correlation coefficient of 0.625 which shows that there is a strong relationship between variables X and variable Y, while the calculation of significant test of 7.680 proved significant. The results of the analysis of the determination coefficient of 39.06% shows the influence of the influence of leadership style to employee’s discipline is at 39.06% and the rest of them are influenced by other factors. The regression equation ̅ means each one unit increase of leadershipstyle variable provides the increase of employee’s discipline as much as 0.625 unit. This study conclusion states leadership style effects significantly toemployee’s discipline in BKD Kota Bandung.
Pengaruh Mutu Layanan Sarana dan Prasarana Terhadap Kepuasan Mahasiswa di Fakultas Pendidikan Teknologi dan Kejuruan Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Authors: Purwandani Dela , Sutarsih Cicih , . Sururi
Published: October 2023

The research titled “ The Effect Quality of Service Infrastructures to the satisfaction of students in the Faculty of Technology and Vocational Education University of Indonesia”. Issues addressed in this study is about how satisfied students are influenced by the quality of the service facilities and infrastructure. Generally, this study aims to find out the true picture regarding the quality of infrastructure services to the satisfaction of students in FPTK UPI. The method used in this research is descriptive method with quantitative approach. The technique of collecting data using questionnaires that were distributed to 96 students as the study sample. The result of the calculation using the general trend show that student satisfaction in the high category with an average score of 3.43 and quality of services in environmental infrastructure FPTK UPI included in the high category with an average score of 3.51. The correlation analysis using Pearson Product Moment, the correlation coefficient between variables X and Y is equal to 0.786 which shows that the correlation between the two variables are at high-level relations. The results of the significance test that is 12,3201,661, it means that the correlation coefficient between variables X and Y are significant with linear regression analysis equation that is: Ŷ = 9,661 + 0,806 X, this means that any change in one unit variable X will be followed by a change of variable Y for 0,806. It is concluded that there is a positive and significant relationship of Quality of Service Infrastructures on Student Satisfaction in FPTK UPI. The need to improve on the quality of service that is the responsiveness of the service while in terms of student satisfaction is the fulfillment of infrastructure for student activities.
Pengaruh Insentif Terhadap Disiplin Kerja Pegawai Negeri Sipil di PPPPTK TK dan PLB Bandung
Authors: Sejati Dhineu Herawati , Komariah Aan , Bakar Abu
Published: October 2023

This study entitled "The Effect of Incentives to Work Discipline of Civil Servantsin PPPPTK TK and PLB Bandung". This research was carried in education andtraining institutions, technical and operational units Ministry of Education andCulture, employees with civil servant status are involved in the sampling of thisstudy. In general, this study aims to determine how the incentive effect thediscipline of employees working in PPPPTK TK and PLB Bandung. The methodused is descriptive method with quantitative approach, where the technique usedin data collection questionnaire that is enclosed with the number of 75respondents research. Data analysis and processing using the application's helpMicrosoft Excel 2010 and SPSS version 21.0 for Windows. The result of theanalyze of Means Weight Score (WMS), indicates that incentives are in the highcategory, with a score of 3,95 and discipline acquisition included in the categoryof work is very high with the acquisition of a score of 4,29. The results of the data analysis of the correlation coefficient between the incentive to work discipline shows the correlation value is equal to 0,475%, with determination coefficient of 22,5%, meaning that the incentive effect on work discipline civil servants of 22,5%, and the remaining 77,5% is influenced by other factors. The level of significance obtained 0,4607 ˃ 1,666 it means that there is a positive and significant effect between employee incentives with discipline in PPPPTK TK and PLB Bandung.
PENGARUH KOMPENSASI TERHADAP KINERJA MENGAJAR GURU
Authors: Rosilawati N Eli
Published: October 2023

This study entitled the effect of compensation on teacher teaching performance at SMPK 1 BPK Penabur Bandung using descriptive methods through a quantitative approach. The data model analysis used was literature study analysis and interviews. This study has 40 respondents. The results of the compensation calculation show that the WMS calculation has an average total indicator score of 2.58 or sufficient. Meanwhile, the Teacher Teaching Performance based on the WMS calculation has an average total indicator score of 3.11 or high. Researchers suggest that stakeholders can increase compensation to improve Teacher Teaching Performance.
PENINGKATAN KOMPETENSI KEPALA SEKOLAH MELALUI DIKLAT PENGUATAN
Authors: Hamdani Husni
Published: October 2023

The assignment of teachers as school principals is stipulated in Permendikbud Number 6 of 2018. One of the points is that school principals who are wearing and do not have a certificate of completion of the training, prospective school principals are required to attend and pass training to strengthen school principals. This training is also to develop attitudes, knowledge, skills in the dimensions of personality, managerial, entrepreneurship, supervision, and social, according to the Regulation of the Indonesian Minister of Education Regulation Number 13 of 2007 concerning the standards of school / madrasah principals. The main objective of this study is to obtain significant differences in the competence of school principals before and after participating in strengthening training. The method used in this research is descriptive method with a quantitative approach using ex post facto that explores an event that has occurred. The sample used was all school principals who had participated in strengthening training as many as 41 people at elementary schools in Cikancung District. The data technique used a questionnaire method and documentation study. The results of the calculation of the Average Weight Score (WMS) show that the competence of the principal before the training received a score of 3.53, including the high category, and the competence of the principal before the training received a score of 4.41 which was in the very high category. The results of the normality test on the data distribution show that the principal's competency variables are normally distributed. Analysis of comparative data using Paired Sample T Test, obtained an average score of competence before training 125.7073, while after training strengthening 158.2683. Then the test results obtained 𝑡count 15.551 𝑡𝑡𝑎𝑏𝑒𝑙 2.021, which is a significant difference in the competence of school principals before and after participating in strengthening training.
PEMANFAATAN SARANA PEMBELAJARAN OLEH GURU DALAM PENINGKATAN MUTU PEMBELAJARAN
Authors: Surtini Yuyum
Published: October 2023

This study entitled "The Utilization of Learning Facilities by Teachers in Improving the Quality of Learning in SMA Negeri 3 Kota Serang" . In the learning process, facilities and infrastructure are indispensable for schools to support the success of learning activities. The availability and utilization of relevant facilities and infrastructure is needed so that all educational activities in schools can be achieved effectively and efficiently. The purpose of this study was to determine the condition of learning facilities and describe the use of existing learning facilities in SMA Negeri 3 Kota Serang. The method used in this study is a qualitative research method with a pende type descriptive words. The subjects in this study were the deputy head of facilities and infrastructure, teachers and students. The data obtained in the field were analyzed data to obtain research findings. Data collection was carried out by observation, interviews and documentation. Test data validity with data credibility and confirmability. The results of this research and discussion indicate that: the learning facilities at SMA Negeri 3 Kota Serang are good enough according to existing standards. However, there are a number of facilities that are still not up to standard. Meanwhile, the use of learning facilities by teachers at SMA Negeri 3 Kota Serang has not been optimal. Most of the teachers have not used learning tools and media during the process of teaching and learning activities and some are still in the level of trying to use them. Pe Utilization means the learning process remains to be improved, as improving the quality of learning on an ongoing basis to meet the realities and expectations for the customer.
STRATEGI KEPALA SEKOLAH DALAM MENGIMPLEMENTASIKAN PENDIDIKAN KARAKTER
Authors: Kasnawi Kasnawi
Published: October 2023

This study examines the problem of the principal's strategy in implementing character education. Research aims to: a) Knowing and getting information about socialization, capacity building, implementation and cooperation, as well as monitoring evaluating the implementation of religious character education, discipline, social care, and , b) knowing and getting information about factors and inhibitors of the principal in the implementation of character education. The method used in this research is descriptive method through qualitative approach. The number of participants as many as 4 people are principal, teachers, and 2 students. Data collection techniques are conducted with interviews and documentation studies. The results showed that the principal a) socialized character values through meetings, small talk, and lectures to children, b) held teacher training c) cooperated with all teacher and staff personnel , foundations, school committees, parents' representatives, local residents, Zakat Umat Controllers (PZU), and the National Committee for the Palestinian People (KNRP), d) monitoring and evaluation by principals and teachers. Factors for principals are cooperation, commitment, motivation, support and a conducive, safe and peaceful environment / climate. While the inhibiting factors are time, lack of cooperation, bad environment, facilities and infrastructure.