bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Uncovering the Impact of Profitability, Liquidity, Activity, and Leverage on Share Prices
Authors: Novriyanti Indira
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study is to determine and analyze the profitability of liquidity, activity, and leverage together to affect stock prices. The method used by the authors in this study is quantitative associative method. The population obtained is as many as 16 pharmaceutical and cosmetic companies. The sample selection was carried out by purposive sampling method, samples used by 11 pharmaceutical and cosmetic companies that reported their companies' financial statements on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). The analysis tool to be used in this study is eviews 12. The data analysis techniques used in this study are, hypothesis test, partial test, determination coefficient test, moderated regression analysis test. The results showed simultaneously that profitability, liquidity, activity and leverage had a significant effect on the stock price by 83.9219%, the remaining 16.0781% was influenced by other factors not explained in this study.
NAVIGATING THE FINANCIAL LANDSCAPE: Analyzing Stock Returns in the Face of Inflation, Interest Rates, and Investment Risk
Authors: Anhari Agus
Published: March 2024

The decline in stock price has an impact on reducing the results received by shareholders. The purpose of this study is to determine and analyze how the influence of inflation, interest rates, and investment risk on stock yields, with financial performance as a factor that also plays a role, in companies engaged in the food and beverage sector from 2017 to 2021. This study used a descriptive method that looks for relationships between variables, using existing data. To analyze the data, panel data analysis and Eviews 12 software are used. A total of 54 food and beverage companies were the focus of this study, which were listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during the period. Sampling is carried out by selected sample method, by purposive sampling. A total of 11 companies were selected as samples in this study. The test results show that together, i.e. simultaneously, inflation, interest rates, investment risk, and financial performance have a significant impact on the stock yield of these companies.
Sensory Quality Analysis and Business Feasibility Study of Coffee (Coffea) and Noni (Morinda citrofolia) Syrup as an Alternative to Functional Drinks
Authors: Suganda Yoga Aprilia , Nur'aini Hesti , Moulina Methatias Ayu
Published: March 2024

Coffee has enormous potential to be developed into a food product. In addition, noni fruit as a local Indonesian fruit also has the potential as a source of functional food. Research has been carried out with the aim of analyzing the sensory quality and business feasibility of coffee syrup substituted with noni fruit. The study used a factorial design with 1 (one) treatment factor, namely variations in the composition of coffee and noni ((100; 0); (95: 5); (90:10); (85:15); (80:20)). The analysis carried out included analysis of yield, viscosity, sensory test and business feasibility of noni coffee syrup. The results showed that the less coffee used, the lower the yield, viscosity and the panelists' preference for syrup, with the best treatment being 85 grams of coffee and 15 grams of noni, with the panelist's preference for color 3.46 (like) , aroma 3.40 (like) and taste 3.51 (like), and yield 78.05 and viscosity 114.70 cp. The feasibility analysis of the noni coffee syrup business shows that the noni coffee syrup with a treatment of 85 grams of coffee and 15 grams of noni produces an r / c ratio of 1.3, so this business is feasible to develop
Optimization Of Urine Protein Examination In 5% Acetic Acid Solution And Vinegar Acid Solution
Authors: Jais Ahmad , Hepiyansori Hepiyansori , Yurman Yurman , Safitri Widia
Published: March 2024

A research has been carried out with the title Optimizing urine protein examination in a 5% acetic acid solution and vinegar acid solution. The study was conducted from April to June 2019. The aim of the study was to see the ability of the vinegar solution in examining urine protein. This research method is the experiment to see the ability of vinegar and acetic acid in the protein denaturation process. The results showed that the results of examining urine protein using 5% acetic acid solution with kitchen vinegar solution. There was no significant difference between the results of examining urine protein with 5% acetic acid solution and kitchen vinegar solution. Where t count 0.067 t table 6.63.
Business Analysis And Tofu Marketing (Case Study on XYZ Tofu Industry in Bukit Peninjauan 1 Village Sukaraja District Seluma Regency)
Authors: Hidayah Nur , Reswita Reswita , Yuliarti Ellys
Published: March 2024

This study was aim to find out the amount of income of tofu industry in Bukit Peninjauan1 Village, Sukaraja District, Seluma Regency, the break-even point of tofu industry in Bukit Peninjaun 1 Village, Sukaraja District, Seluma Regency, the profitability of tofu industry in Bukit Peninjauan 1 Village, Sukaraja District, Seluma Regency, the marketing channel and marketing margin of the tofu industry in Bukit Peninjauan 1 Village, Sukaraja District, Seluma Regency. Profit in  XYZ Tofu Tofu Industry is Rp.36.209.079/month. The break-even point of XYZ Tofu Industry  for white tofu is 5,3 Mould and sales of Rp.224,693, while fried tofu is 99Mould with sales of Rp.3.460.431.The profitability of XYZ Tofu Industry  consists of ROI 0,24 and ROE 0,25.There are two marketing channels, namely:1) poducer, consumers and 2) producer, wholesalers, consumers while the total marketing margin is Rp.6.400 for white tofu and Rp.8.200 forfried tofu.
Spatial Distribution of Agricultural Sector Key to Bengkulu Province's Economic
Authors: Mujiono Mujiono , Noviantoro Rinto , Sumartono Eko , Nurmalia Ana
Published: March 2024

Input Output (I-O) analysis is an analysis commonly used to analyze and find out the leading sectors in region. However, I-O analysis alone cannot say where the sector / industry base is located spatially and its distribution. Location Quotient (LQ) analysis is conducted to answer this question. The result of the combination of the two shows that the agricultural sector is still the leading sector for the economy of Bengkulu Province. While the agricultural base is found in five districts, including; Lebong Regency, Kepahiang Regency, Kaur Regency, Seluma Regency, and Muko-muko Regency. Overall, the agricultural sector in Bengkulu Province is still a key economic sector, so the development of the agricultural sector as a whole has the potential to have a big effect on the economy of Bengkulu Province itself.
Farmers' Perception and Adoption Level of Beef Cultivation Technology (Case of Livestock Farmer Group in Bunga Mas District, South Bengkulu Regency)
Authors: Fauzi Emlan - , Marzan Marzan , Ramon Erpan , Ishak Andi
Published: March 2024

The adoption of beef cattle cultivation technology will be determined by the farmer's perception of the technology. This study aims to determine the perception and level of adoption of beef cattle farming technology in Bunga Mas District, South Bengkulu Regency. The research was carried out from August to September 2021. Data collection through FGDs involved 19 participants consisting of 9 farmers from two farmer groups, 7 agricultural extension workers from BPP Bunga Mas, and 3 BPTP Bengkulu researchers. The data collected includes farmer's perception and adoption of the technology components of beef cattle cultivation, namely beef cattle mating technology with artificial insemination (AI), vaccination and administration of vitamins and medicines, provision of superior grass, giving concentrate, and utilization of livestock waste as organic fertilizer. The assessment of perception and adoption is assessed based on 4 categories. Perception and adoption are categorized as less good if they are at level 1-2, while the good category is on a scale of 3-4. Data were analyzed descriptively. The results showed that the perception of farmers in Bunga Mas District, South Bengkulu Regency on the components of beef cattle cultivation technology was included in the good category. Meanwhile, the level of farmer adoption of the technology component varies. The level of farmer adoption of the technology component of beef cattle cultivation has never been higher than the farmer's perception. Based on the conclusions obtained from the results of this study, it is suggested that it is necessary to encourage increased adoption of breeders for the application of technology, especially AI technology and the use of superior grass.
Effect of Four Liquid Organic Wastes on The Growth of Four Trichoderma harzianum Isolates and Their Effect on Cucumber Growth and Yield
Authors: Soesanto Loekas Loekas Soesanto , Ramadhana Alvin Adhyatputera , Mugiastuti Endang , Manan Abdul
Published: March 2024

The aim of this research was to determine the effect of fourliquid organic substrates on the growth of four Trichoderma harzianum isolates and their effect on cucumber growth and yield. Randomized block design was used with 20 treatments and 3 replicates. The treatments consisted of control, tofu liquid waste, rice washing water, coconut water, and tapioca waste substrates each combined with four T. harzianum isolates. Variables observed were conidia density during decomposition, conidia late density, crop height, root length, root fresh and dry weight, crop fresh and dry weight, the first flowering, number of fruits per plant, and fruit weight. Result of the research showed that in the tapioca waste substrate, only T16 isolates was able to grow well with a maximum density of 6,70x107 conidia/mL. In the rice washing water substrate, conidia growth of the isolate was better than coconut water substrate with a maximum density of 6,25x107 conidia/mL. The best liquid organic substrate for growing media of T. harzianum was tofu liquid waste. On the 4th day with the tofu waste substrate, T16 isolate could achieve conidia density of 1,12x108 conidia/mL. The liquid organic substrate resulted from T. harzianum decomposition was not different on cucumber yield.
The Effect Of Various Saturated Hydraulic Conductivity Of the Pitcher To Water Content In Sandy Loam Soil
Authors: Paga' Bertha Ollin
Published: March 2024

Pitcher Irrigation is one of the artificial water supply techniques to overcome the lack of soil water content. The Pitcher Irrigation can save water so it is suitable for use on dry land. The research purposes was to determine the effect of various hydraulic conductivity of the picther on changes in soil water content around the pichter through program simulation. The methods used are direct measurement methods in the field and simulation methods. The measurement and simulation results are then calibrated with a solver and validated to obtain a small RMSE value and R2 was high. The results showed that the hydraulic conductivity of the picther had a significant effect on the soil water content. If the higher the hydraulic conductivity of the picther, the higher the water content around this pcther. And if the hydraulic conductivity of the picther is lower, the water content around the picther be lower. From the results of model validation, it can be said that the simulation program in this study is feasible to use because the value obtained R2 is 56.1%.
Production Process Analysis of Ginger, Lemongrass, Cinnamon Instant Drink “Jesika”
Authors: Widawati Lina , Nur'aini Hesti , Meksi Jurois
Published: March 2024

Ginger, lemongrass and cinnamon instant drink “jesika” is herbal drink in powder with natural ingredients produced by Badan Usaha Milik Desa (BUMDES) Manfaat in Sukasari Village, Air Periukan Sub District, Seluma District, Bengkulu Province. The purpose of this research is to analyze the production process, mass balance, chemical analysis and business analysis of jesika instant drink. The methods used include observation and interviews, chemical analysis and business analysis. The results showed that in the processing of jesika instant drink, from of the total raw material of 64,5 kg,  the finished material was 52,5 kg. From the results of chemical analysis of the instant drink jesika, it was found that the water content of the instant drink jesika was 7,82%, the ash content was 1,98%, and the antioxidant was 102,32 mg/ml. Based on the analysis of the business of producing instant drink jesika, the income obtained by the producer for one time of production gets an net profit Rp.3.185.000,-
Chemical Quality, Preference, and Business Analysis of Kepahiang Robusta Coffee by Roasting Equipment Type
Authors: Prasetya Andwini , Moulina Methatias Ayu , Arif Hilda Meisya , Nofriansyah Rendi
Published: March 2024

The taste of Robusta coffee is largely determined by the way it is processed. The use of roaster and the type of roasting will affect the final result of the roasted coffee. This study aims to determine the panelists' preference for roasted coffee based on organoleptic (color, texture and taste) and to determine the chemical quality (water content and caffeine content) and the feasibility of the best treatment from organoleptic tests. This study used two treatments, namely Roasting equipment and the type of roasting. Roasting equipment consists of semi-automatic and automatic, while the types of roasting consist of light roasted, medium roasted and dark roasted. The results showed that the panelists liked roasted coffee from a roaster using a semi-automatic tool with a medium roasting type. Based on the best treatment, the water content value was 2.68% (meets SNI.01-2983-1992) and caffeine content was 23,177.4 mg/kg with an effort analysis based on the R/C ratio of 1.36 and BEP at 18.735.44 kg.Keywords : roasted coffee, roasting equipment, roasting type, organoleptic, chemical quality
SIFAT FISIK TABLET KONVENSIONAL KULIT MANGGIS, JERUK KEPROK DAN KULIT NAGA MERAH
Authors: Sumardi Tiara Puspita , Rosida Dedin Finatsiyatull
Published: March 2024

Pangan fungsional adalah pangan dengan kandungan komponen aktifnya dapat memberikan manfaat bagi kesehatan. Tablet konvensional merupakan bentuk sediaan padat mengandung zat aktif dengan atau tanpa bahan pengisi. Tablet konvensional dapat dibuat dari serbuk kulit buah seperti kulit buah manggis, buah naga merah dan buah jeruk keprok. Beberapa keuntungan tablet konvensional diantaranya adalah mudah cara pemakaiannya, relatif stabil dalam penyimpanan serta harganya relatif murah. Adapun senyawa bioaktif yang terkandung didalam kulit-kulit buah tersebut seperti flavonoid yang berperan sebagai antioksidan. Metode Pembuatan tablet kulit manggis, naga merah dan jeruk keprok menggunakan metode kempa langsung. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui formulasi tablet konvensional terbaik dengan perlakuan jenis serbuk kulit buah serta rasio perbandingan bahan penghancur (pati singkong) dan bahan pengikat (maltodekstrin). Rancangan penelitian ini menggunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) pola faktorial dengan satu faktor dan dua kali ulangan. Perlakuan terbaik didapatkan pada tablet konvensional menggunakan serbuk kulit jeruk keprok dengan proporsi maltodekstrin 20% dan pati singkong 0% dengan nilai kadar air 4,053%, keseragaman bobot 459,63 mg, waktu hancur 2.58, kekerasan 6,43 kg, friabilitas 0,55%.
Karakteristik Fisikokimia dan Organoleptik Marshmallow Jambu Kristal Afkir (Psidium guajava Varr. Kristal) Dengan Perlakuan Penambahan Gelatin dan Putih Telur
Authors: Azharuddin Moch. Fakhrul , Sarofa Ulya , Yulistiani Ratna
Published: March 2024

ABSTRAKJambu kristal afkir dapat diolah menjadi marshmallow dikarenakan pemanfaatannya belum optimal dan memiliki vitamin C yang tinggi. Permasalahan tekstur yang kurang lembut dan kurang kenyal sering kali terjadi dalam pengolahan marshmallow. Penggunaan gelatin dan putih telur untuk memperbaiki tekstur marshmallow. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh penambahan gelatin dan putih telur terhadap karakteristik fisikokimia dan organoleptik marshmallow. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) pola faktorial dengan dua faktor, faktor I adalah penambahan gelatin (10%, 12%, 14% b/v) dan faktor II adalah penambahan putih telur (6%, 8%, 10% b/v). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan penambahan gelatin dan putih telur memberikan pengaruh terhadap kadar air, kadar abu, total padatan terlarut, nilai pH, dan hardness, tetapi tidak berpengaruh terhadap total gula reduksi, nilai IC50 dan vitamin C. Hasil penelitian terbaik adalah marshmallow dengan penambahan gelatin 14% dan putih telur 10% dengan kadar air 32,14%, kadar abu 2,68%, total padatan terlarut 13,71°Brix, kadar gula reduksi 11,91%, pH 6,84, vitamin C 4,38mg/100g, IC50 41,85 ppm, hardness 1,55 N, rasa 2.85 (agak suka), aroma 2.86 (agak suka), warna 3.67 (biasa), dan tekstur 2.95 (agak suka).ABSTRACTRejected crystal guava can be processed into marshmallows because its utilization is not optimal and it has high vitamin C. Texture problems that are less soft and less chewy often occur in marshmallow processing. Use gelatin and egg white to improve the texture of the marshmallows. This study aims to analyze the effect of the addition of gelatin and egg white on the physicochemical and organoleptic characteristics of marshmallows. The research method used was a completely randomized design (CRD) with two factors, factor I was the addition of gelatin (10%, 12%, 14% b/v) and factor II was the addition of egg white (6%, 8%, 10 %b/v). The results showed that the addition of gelatin and egg white had an effect on water content, ash content, total dissolved solids, pH value, and hardness, but had no effect on total reducing sugars, IC50 value, and vitamin C. The best research results were marshmallows with the addition of gelatin 14 % and egg white 10% with a water content of 32.14%, ash content of 2.68%, total dissolved solids 13.71°Brix, reducing sugar content of 11.91%, pH 6.84, vitamin C 4.38mg/100g, IC50 41.85 ppm, hardness 1.55 N, taste 2.85 (rather like), aroma 2.86 (rather like), color 3.67 (ordinary), and texture 2.95 (rather like).
Algoritma Machine Learning Naïve Bayes pada Analisis Sentimen Kesepakatan Polri dan GNPF-MUI pada Aksi Bela Islam III '212'
Authors: Hananto Angga Dri , Erfiana Alivia Measy , Putri Bella Lexiani Permata , Putri Pelita Dwi , Kurniawan Fandi
Published: March 2024

Indonesia merupakan negara dengan masyarakat yang beragam yang terbentang dari Sabang sampai Merauke, dimana terdapat banyak suku, agama, budaya dan adat istiadat yang berbeda-beda. Dengan demikian, masyarakat Indonesia harus mempunyai sikap toleransi yang tinggi. Data mining adalah proses mencari pola atau informasi dari data terpilih dengan menggunakan teknik atau metode tertentu. Metode dalam data mining sangat bervariasi, pemilihan algoritma yang tepat sangat bergantung pada hasil dan tujuan Knowledge Discovery in Databases (KDD) secara keseluruhan. Tahapan dalam proyek ini adalah: pengambilan dataset, dataset, pra-pemrosesan, TF-IDF, algoritma, kinerja. Algoritma yang digunakan dalam analisis ini adalah: Naïve Bayes Algoritma naïve Bayes merupakan metode klasifikasi yang berakar pada teorema Bayes. Ciri utamanya adalah mempunyai asumsi yang sangat kuat terhadap kondisi yang terjadi.
Analisa Peningkatan Pendapatan Petani Kelapa Sawit Peminjam Kredit Usaha Rakyat (KUR) Pada Bank Mandiri
Authors: Sihite Devi monika , Fariadi Herri , Nurmalia Ana , Sumartono Eko
Published: March 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui peningkatan pendapatan kelapa sawit setelah meminjam Kredit Usaha Rakyat  (KUR). Lokasi penelitian dilakukan di Desa Pagar Dewa sampel yang diambil menggunakan sensus yakni 20 orang. Metode yang digunakan menggunakan deskriptif kuantitatif yakni menggunakan analisi pendapatan. Pendapatan petani kelapa sawit sebelum meminjam  Kredit Usaha Rakyat (KUR) sebesar Rp 104.953.051 dengan rata – rata Rp 5.247.653. Sedangaka total Pendapatan yang diperoleh petani kelapa sawit setelah meminjam Kredit Usaha Rakyat (KUR) sebesar Rp 206.052.366 dengan rata – rata Rp 10.302.618. dan  peningkatan yang diterima petani kelapa sawit setelah meminjam Kredit Usaha Rakyat (KUR) sebesar Rp 101.099.315 dengan rata – rata Rp 5.054.966.
BUDIDAYA DAN ANALISIS PENDAPATAN USAHA TANAMAN SAWI PAHIT (Brassica Junceae L.) MENGGUNAKAN ECO ENZYME
Authors: Zukhruf Muhammad Firmansyah , Sumartono Eko , Mujiono Mujiono , Fariadi Herri
Published: March 2024

Pergeseran pola hidup masyarakat akan pentingnya lingkungan dan kesehatan telah meningkatkan minat terhadap produk organik, termasuk dalam konsumsi sayur-mayur. Sebab, penggunaan pestisida pada budidaya sawi pahit an-organik dapat menghasilkan residu yang kurang aman dan berdampak negatif pada kesehatan dan keberlanjutan pertanian. Oleh karena itu, penelitian dimaksudkan untuk mengimplementasikan budidaya secara organik pada tanaman sawi pahit menggunakan eco enzyme. Metode penelitian menggunakan observasi dengan tahapan penyediaan alat, pupuk organik cair, penanaman benih, pengaplikasian eco enzyme, pemeliharaan tanaman, dan pemanenan serta analisis pendapat usaha. Hasil pengukuran berat basah menunjukkan bahwa perlakuan dengan rasio E5 memberikan hasil terbaik, yakni 80 ml EE pada 1 liter air. Hasil analisis pendapatan usaha pertanian organik sawi pahit menujukkan bahwa total pendapatan usaha pertanian organik sawi pahit sebesar Rp. 226.700 atau 68,38% dari total biaya produksi. Budidaya organik dengan eco enzyme merupakan solusi nyata menuju pangan sehat dan sebagai model pertanian yang berkelanjutan.
Analisis Mutu Fisik, Kimia dan Organoleptik Teh Celup Kelor (Moringa oleifera) dengan Metode Pengeringan yang Berbeda
Authors: Pitriana Dina , Moulina Methatias Ayu , Prasetya Andwini
Published: March 2024

Daun Kelor (Moringa oleifera) mempunyai kandungan zat gizi yang tinggi sehingga dapat menjadi alternatif untuk minuman teh yang kaya  gizi. Metode pengeringan yang tepat diperlukan agar tidak mempengaruhi mutu fisik, kimia dan organoleptiknya. Penelitian  ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh  variasi pengeringan  teh celup daun kelor terhadap  rendemen, sifat kimia dan sifat  organoleptik  teh daun kelor.Perlakuan penelitian dilakukan dengan variasi pengeringan dengan 4 perlakuan yaitu  penjemuran selama 6 hari, pengovenan selama 10 menit,  20 menit,  dan 30 menit. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa rendemen teh celup daun kelor antara 85,01% sampai 88,39%, semakin lama pengovenan kadar air semakin rendah dan kadar air dari penjemuran sinar matahari selama 6 hari lebih tinggi dari perlakuan pengeringan selama 10 menit (memenuhi SNI), semakin lama waktu pengovenan maka semakin tinggi nilai kadar abu dan kadar abu perlakuan selama 10 menit lebih rendah dari perlakuan pengeringan selama 6 hari (memenuhi SNI), semakin lama waktu pengeringan maka semakin tinggi kandungan protein teh daun kelor. Pada uji organoleptik diperoleh semakin lama waktu pengeringan maka warna kurang di sukai, aroma berada pada skala agak suka dan masih bisa diterima. Sedangkan rasa teh daun kelor menunjukkan nilai semakin rendah dengan tingkat kesukaan panelis tertinggi  pada perlakuan pengeringan sinar matahari 6 hari. Analisis usaha berdasarkan B/C 2,2 dan BEP pada Rp11.220
Commercialisation of Christianity in Nigeria: A Review
Authors: Adabembe Kehinde Oluwatoyin
Published: March 2024

This review investigates the commercialization of Christianity in Nigeria, delving into its historical roots and modern expressions. A booming economy that includes mega-churches, televangelism, religious tourism, and a robust market for faith-based goods and services has resulted from the nexus of faith and commerce. Factors responsible for the commercialization of Christianity and the impacts of commercialization on religious practices, and the larger socio-cultural fabric are critically evaluated in this study. The article examines how some charismatic leaders have shaped the religious-business environment and considers how this has an impact on the genuineness of Christian teachingsin contemporary Nigeria. This review adds to the on-going conversation on how Nigerian religious practices are changing and highlights the intricate interactions that exist between faith and business within the framework of Christianity. This review recommends more investigation into viable ways to promote peaceful coexistence of religion and business in Nigeria's Christian community.
Exploring The Tourism Potential of the Odun Oba Festival Using Printmaking
Authors: Etsename Louis Emmanuel , Ojo Raphael Adeyemi
Published: March 2024

The Odun Oba festival is a major cultural celebration in Ondo, Nigeria, which annually serves to showcase the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Ondo people. This study examines the festival’s socio-cultural viability as it relates to improving the kingdom’s tourism potential. This study deployed printmaking as a medium to capture and depict the Odun Oba festival, using printmaking’s diverse techniques and expressive capabilities to provide a distinctive platform to document the multifaceted nature of the Odun Oba Festival. The researcher has also tried to portray the lively attires, intricate and dynamic dance performances that are integral components of the festival through relief, intaglio and planographic print media respectively. The finished prints were exhibited physically and virtually, after which a survey (using Google form) was conducted to evaluate public perception of the works. The researcher recommends that the prints be displayed in galleries, cultural hubs, and public arenas, allowing people of diverse backgrounds access to connect with the festival's cultural legacy. It further suggests that the socio-cultural presentation of the Odun Oba Festival through the printmaking medium would not only encourage the flow of artistic expression but also act as a vehicle for preserving and passing down knowledge of the kingdom’s cultural heritage. Thus, promoting intergenerational discussions, and the nurturing of indigenous cultural identity and pride.
Vitrificación de Óvulos Humanos: Técnicas y Factores Médicos Actuales
Authors: Cabrera Chávez Jhandry Alexander , Maza Aldeán Susana Alejandra , Agurto Villacís Rosi Kamila , Rojas Muñoz Jocelyne Nicole , Bravo Pinzón Dominique Anahí
Published: March 2024

La criopreservación de ovocitos y embriones, respaldada por la tecnología de vitrificación, ha demostrado ser éticamente permisible y eficaz, abriendo oportunidades para diversos grupos de pacientes, como aquellos diagnosticados con cáncer, mujeres con condiciones médicas específicas o individuos que desean planificar su reproducción en el futuro por lo que se toma como objetivo describir las técnica y factores médicos actuales de vitrificación de óvulos humanos. Usando la metodología de revisión bibliográfica se realiza una investigación en base a los últimos años. La criopreservación de ovocitos se destaca como uno de los métodos más aplicados, demostrando ser éticamente permisible y eficaz, según las directrices del comité de práctica de la ASRM en 2018. Siendo la preservación de la fertilidad representa un avance significativo, pero su evolución requerirá un enfoque integral y colaborativo para enfrentar los desafíos actuales y futuros.
Tratamiento Conservador y Quirúrgico de la Enfermedad de Blount Infantil
Authors: Mendez Rivera Dennys Fernando , Calderón Soto Michelle Anahí , Calva Valverde Santiago Vinicio , Vivanco Espinoza Doménica Coralia , Aguilar Morocho María Del Cisne
Published: March 2024

Realizar una revisión bibliográfica concienzuda de las nuevas técnicas o procedimientos conservadores y quirúrgicos de la enfermedad de Blount infantil, con el fin de poder realizar un oportuno tratamiento a pacientes pediátricos, se convierte en nuestro objetivo. La enfermedad de Blount, una afección ortopédica compleja que afecta el desarrollo de la tibia proximal en niños y adolescentes requiere un enfoque integral y multidisciplinario para su tratamiento efectivo. Con una atención especializada y un enfoque personalizado, es posible mejorar los resultados a largo plazo y brindar a los pacientes una mejor calidad de vida, al tiempo que se minimizan las complicaciones y se previene la recurrencia de la enfermedad. La colaboración entre ortopedistas pediátricos, fisioterapeutas y otros profesionales de la salud es esencial para garantizar el mejor resultado posible para cada paciente afectado por la enfermedad de Blount.
Sustainable optimizing WMN performance through meta-heuristic TDMA link scheduling and routing
Authors: Sekhar Ravi , Abdulshaheed Haider Rasheed , Penubadi Harshavardhan Reddy , Tawfeq J. F. , Abdulbaq Azmi Shawkat , Radhi A. D. , Shah Pritesh , Gheni H. M. , Khatwani Ritesh , Nanda Neena , Mitra Pradip Kumar , Aanand Shubhra , Niu Yitong
Published: March 2024

Wireless mesh networks (WMNs) have become a popular solution for expanding internet service and communication in both urban and rural areas. However, the performance of WMNs depends on generating optimized time-division multiple access (TDMA) schedules, which distribute time into a list of slots called superframes. This study proposes novel meta-heuristic algorithms to generate TDMA link schedules in WMNs using two different interference/constraint models: multi-transmit-receive (MTR) and full-duplex (FD). The objectives of this study are to optimize the TDMA frame for packet transmission, satisfy the constraints, and minimize the end-to-end delay. The significant contributions of this study are: (1) proposing effective and efficient heuristic solutions to solve the NP-complete problem of generating optimal TDMA link schedules in WMNs; (2) investigating the new FD interference model to improve the network capacity above the physical layer. To achieve these objectives and contributions, the study uses two popular meta-heuristics, the artificial bee colony (ABC) and/or genetic algorithm (GA), to solve the known NP-complete problems of joint scheduling, power control, and rate control. The results of this study show that the proposed algorithms can generate optimized TDMA link schedules for both MTR and FD models. The joint routing and scheduling approach further minimizes end-to-end delay while maintaining the schedule's minimum length and/or maximum capacity. The proposed solution outperforms the existing solutions in terms of the number of active links, end-to-end delay, and network capacity. The research aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of WMNs in most applications that require high throughput and fast response time.
The role of financial and non-financial incentives in influencing the improvement of the academic performance level of employees: An applied study in Baghdad’s private colleges
Authors: Abdel Qader Ismail Alnajem Ahmed , Rahmah Fenjan Al-sudani Mohammed
Published: March 2024

This research deals with the effect of job incentives in its two dimensions (financial and non-financial) as an independent variable on the dimensions of job performance (efficiency, effectiveness, productivity). Management is interested in improving the job performance of employees, in addition to knowing the extent to which management supports the motivation strategies followed. Sustainable development describes the dimensions of job performance mentioned above and the extent of their contribution to promoting and achieving the goals of the organization and testing the impact of the incentives variable on job performance. The research identified a set of hypotheses that were tested using the SPSS program, and a random sample of 50 professors and administrators working in the field of academic work in several private colleges was selected. The research reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which was that the total incentives had a weak role in the performance of the organization in question, except for the efficiency dimension, where it had a good role in influencing according to the variables included in the study model. The research also presented a set of recommendations and future proposals aimed at reducing the size of the studied problem.
In Hospital Experiences of Mothers of Children with Major External Birth Defects During Hospitalisation at a Tertiary Hospital in South Western Uganda
Authors: Peters Kalubi , Moses Ochora , Olive Keneema , Dorah Nampijja , Lydia Kyasimire , Stella Kyoyagala
Published: March 2024

Mothers are regarded as primary care givers and in many African countries, women are culturally held responsible for the child’s health. The birth of a child with birth defect (s) may have significant impact on mothers psychological, physical and socioeconomic well-being. The in hospital experience of mothers of children with birth defects has not been adequately explored and therefore not fully attended to especially in low resource settings. At Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital (MRRH), the medical care team often is more directed towards medical treatment and surgery of the child born with a birth defect with little or no focused psychosocial support to their mothers.

 Objectives
The aim of this study was to explore and describe the experiences of mothers of children with major externally visible birth defects during their hospitalization at MRRH.

 Method
A phenomenological study with purposive sampling of 12 participants. The adjusted ecological model was used. Data was collected by self-report using unstructured face to face interviews until saturation was reached. Five themes emerged from the study which include: Negative emotional experience, acceptance of child’s condition, supportive part of the medical team despite some medical system challenges (like stock outs of medications and sundries, fewer staffs in the night) financial challenges and spiritual, family plus health team support were cope strategies.

 Conclusion
Mothers of children with major external birth defects were negatively affected especially, emotionally and financially. These mothers, therefore require psychosocial, financial and also spiritual support during their hospital stay at MRRH.
The Stakeholders’ Attitudes on the Transition from Knowledge-Based Curriculum (KBC) to a Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC) in Selected Secondary Schools in Kampala District
Authors: Namaalwa Betty , Bweyale Josephine , Mugula Oscar
Published: March 2024

The study investigated the Stakeholders’ attitudes on the transition from knowledge-Based Curriculum (KBC) to Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC) in selected Secondary schools A and B found in Kampala District. The implementation of CBC was driven by the need for Uganda to move away from rote memorisation and focus on practical skills and knowledge that will be useful in the workforce. The study was guided by curriculum implementation theory by Gross et al (1971). The study adopted a qualitative research approach that analysed the case of CBC from the subjective point of view while involving the study participants’ opinions. The study followed the Interpretivist paradigm which enabled participants to create and construct their social reality in line with the study. The study also adopted a single case study research design in order to get an in- depth understanding of the stakeholders’ attitudes on the transition from KBC to CBC. A sample of 23 participants including a UNEB official (U), Headteachers (H), Teachers (T) and Students (S) were selected purposively and used for the study. This enabled the researcher to gather qualitative responses, from the best- fit participants whose responses were relevant to the study. The study employed the use of the interviews to one UNEB Official, two headteachers and eight teachers and focus group discussions to twelve students while using a group of six students from each school to collect data. Through triangulation the methods enabled the researcher to collect in-depth subjective reality which was analysed using thematic analysis. The findings of the study indicated that; to a greater extent stakeholders had a positive attitude towards the transition from KBC to CBC. This is because CBC had led to development of skills and it is more practical compared to KBC. However, the findings of the study also revealed a negative attitude of stakeholders on a transition from KBC to CBC while stressing that, CBC is expensive and time for preparation was not enough. The study recommended the government of Uganda through the MoES to; train teachers so as to equip them with the necessary skills of teaching and assessment methods, facilitate schools with enough educational facilities and materials to use and continuously monitor, supervise and evaluate CBC practices in schools.
Узагальнене оптимальне керування псевдопараболічними інтегро-диференціальними системами
Authors: Анікушин Андрій , Андарал Анастасія
Published: March 2024

З використанням методу апріорних нерівностей у негативних нормах доведено коректність постановки початково-крайової задачі Діріхле для інтегро-диференціального рівняння псевдопараболічного типу з інтегральними доданками типу Вольтерра. Також доведено існування оптимального керування відповідними системами для операторів керування, що діють у просторах узагальнених функцій.
A study on the spatial and temporal distribution of habitation sites in the Amur River Basin and its relationship with geographical environments
Authors: Liu Wenqing
Published: March 2024

I achieved the goal of collection and storage of 1944 habitation sites in the Amur River basin by creating the ARCGIS geo-spatial database. On this basis, by visualizing the distribution of the habitation sites in six archaeological periods and four geography plates, the spatial and temporal distribution information of these sites were interpreted quantitatively. Specifically, the quantitative indicators, such as nuclear density, location of gravity center, and cultural inheritance index, revealed the spatial distribution of the habitation sites. In addition, the elevation, slope, and distance value from the river were extracted through spatial analysis of ArcGIS, revealing the characteristics of the combination of sites and geographical conditions. The analysis of vegetation and temperature-climate conditions of the Amur River basin suggests the coupling relationship between ancient settlements and the natural environment: Arable land with an average annual temperature above 4 ℃ is the area with the highest concentration of large settlements, while other woodlands, grasslands and swamps with lower average annual temperatures are the main distribution areas of small nomadic sites.
Co-occurrence word model for news media hotspot mining-text mining method design
Authors: Zhang Xinyun , Ding Tao
Published: March 2024

Currently, with the rapid growth of online media, more people are obtaining information from it. However, traditional hotspot mining algorithms cannot achieve precise and fast control of hot topics. Aiming at the problem of poor accuracy and timeliness in current news media hotspot mining methods, this paper proposes a hotspot mining method based on the co-occurrence word model. First, a new co-occurrence word model based on word weight is proposed. Then, for key phrase extraction, a hotspot mining algorithm based on the co-occurrence word model and improved smooth inverse frequency rank (SIFRANK) is designed. Finally, the Spark computing framework is introduced to improve the computing efficiency. The experimental outcomes expresses that the new word discovery algorithm discovered 16871 and 17921 new words in the Weibo Short News and Weibo Short Text datasets respectively. The heat weight values of the keywords obtained by the improved SIFRANK reaches 0.9356, 0.9991, and 0.6117. In the Covid19 Tweets dataset, the accuracy is 0.6223, the recall is 0.7015, and the F1 value is 0.6605. In the President-elects Tweets dataset, the accuracy is 0.6418, the recall is 0.7162, and the F1 value is 0.6767. After applying the Spark computing framework, the running speed has significantly improved. The text mining news media hotspot mining method based on the co-occurrence word model proposed in this study has improved the accuracy and efficiency of mining hot topics, and has great practical significance.
A Case Report of Fibrillary Glomerulonephritis with Mild Albuminuria: A Viewpoint on Proteomics
Authors: Guerra-Torres Xavier Enrique
Published: March 2024

Fibrillary glomerulonephritis (FGN) is a rare glomerular disorder characterized by the deposition of randomly arranged fibrils in the mesangium and the glomerular basement membrane. Clinical features include massive albuminuria, hematuria, high blood pressure, and kidney failure. Usually, the renal prognosis is not favorable, with evolution to end-stage renal disease in approximately 50% of cases. Recent studies in proteomics have identified a member of the heat shock protein family, also called DNAJB9, which is deposited in the glomerulus of patients with FGN and is not present in other diseases, such as amyloidosis or immunotactoid glomerulopathy. These findings are the first step to clarify the pathogenesis of this disease and could facilitate its diagnosis. Hence, we present a case of FGN with mild albuminuria at baseline and discuss the usefulness of this novel biomarker for diagnosing this group of patients.
Effectiveness of Supramaximal Angiotensin-converting Enzyme Inhibition in Controlling Proteinuria in Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome with Cytomegalovirus Infection and an NPHS1 Mutation
Authors: Dange Nimisha , Sathe Kiran P. , Kondekar Alpana , Sawant Vishal
Published: March 2024

Congenital nephrotic syndrome (NS) is characterized by early-onset heavy proteinuria. Most cases of congenital NS are associated with genetic mutations in the podocyte proteins. The causal relationship of perinatal infections with congenital NS has not yet been proven. Inadequate response to the treatment of such infections should prompt us to conduct genetic testing for congenital NS. The heavy proteinuria associated with congenital NS is usually difficult to control with conventional treatment. It often results in progressive kidney disease with a high risk of mortality in early life. Here, we describe an infant who developed congenital NS and was found to have a coexisting Cytomegalovirus infection and an underlying NPSH1 mutation. Proteinuria did not respond to a standard dose of enalapril. A supramaximal dose of enalapril was tried and was effective and safe in controlling the proteinuria. It was associated with improved growth, complete resolution of edema, normal serum albumin, and normal renal function beyond 2 years of age.
Use of Sodium–glucose Cotransporter 2 Inhibitors in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease
Authors: Alkhunaizi Ahmed M. , Khairalla Hanan
Published: March 2024

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a common complication in patients with diabetes mellitus. Recently, the class of sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors (SGLT2-Is) has been shown to have cardiovascular and renal benefits. The extent of the use of SGLT2-Is in patients with CKD is unknown. The objective of this study was to describe the prescription pattern of empagliflozin (the only available agent) in patients with CKD at Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare. This was a retrospective single-center analysis of patients with CKD over 2 years between January 1, 2020, and December 31, 2021. The prescription pattern of empagliflozin for adults (≥18 years) with CKD was determined quarterly. Among 2528 patients with CKD, 119 (5%) patients were prescribed empagliflozin during the first quarter of 2020. The number of patients steadily increased and reached 16% by the end of the study period. Despite the overwhelming evidence of their benefits, the overall utilization of SGLT2-Is was poor. Physicians' education is paramount to increase awareness about the benefits of SGLT2-Is as renoprotective and lifesaving medications.
Health insurance coverage and its sociodemographic determinants among urban and rural residents of Haryana
Authors: Goyal Pooja , Narang Sangeeta , Singh Abhishek , Singh Mitasha , Goswami Shweta
Published: March 2024

BACKGROUND:

The National Family Health Survey 4 data state that health insurance (HI) coverage is 28.2% in urban areas, 29.0% in rural areas, and overall 28.7% in India. To achieve universal health coverage and to reduce out-of-pocket expenditure, it is prudent to enhance coverage of HI, especially among middle and low socioeconomic status (SES) strata.

OBJECTIVES:

The objectives of this study were to estimate HI coverage among rural and urban households and compare the sociodemographic determinants of HI.

METHODOLOGY:

A community-based, cross-sectional study was conducted in 179 rural and 193 urban households. The tool was a structured questionnaire administered to all consented participants.

RESULTS:

Awareness about any type of HI scheme was almost equal in rural and urban areas (74.9% and 74.6%, respectively) whereas coverage was much better in urban (58.0%) than rural areas (38.5%). TPA/private schemes were mostly availed by rural while the majority in urban areas availed employer-based or public sector HI schemes. The main reason for availing HI as quoted by rural families was tax gains (66.7%) and to cover medical expenses (46.4%) or compulsion from employer (41.1%) by urban families. HI coverage was observed to be better among urban families having dependents (children or elderly) as compared to rural and rural Hindus as compared to urban. HI coverage was significantly higher among upper- and upper-middle-class strata (as per BG Prasad classification) rural households than urban (P = 0.005 and 0.008, respectively). However, lower-middle and lower classes in urban areas have better coverage (P = 0.028 and 0.076, respectively).

CONCLUSION:

HI awareness among the rural as well as the urban population is quite good. There is a need to bridge the gap between awareness and coverage of HI by motivating middle and low SES strata and introducing affordable and acceptable HI schemes for them.
Effects of 30-min mobile use on selected brain function tests in female medical students
Authors: Joshi Anuya Anand
Published: March 2024

INTRODUCTION:

Today, mobile phones (MPs) have become an indispensable tool because of the countless perks it provides. In India, there are more than a million MP users. When compared with total telecommunication users, MPs users are 88%. Extensive use of MP has led to exposure to a dangerous level of electromagnetic waves. Many investigations concluded that MP use reduces the cognitive function of the human brain, however, there is a difference of opinion within the research workers. The present research work can be used to plan the large-scale study which will be useful to decide safety limits and advice for advocating safety measures.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

For the present study, 240 female medical students (age group: 18–23 years) from KIMS, Karad, were studied. Durations of visual reaction time, trail making test A and B, and letter cancellation test were studied. Digit span test scores were also measured. All the parameters were studied before and after 30-min mobile use.

RESULTS:

It was observed that there was a highly significant decrease in values of all the parameters studied (P < 0.001) after 30 min of mobile use.

CONCLUSION:

The present study showed that 30 min of mobile exposure affects the brain function. Hence, the large-scale study with more duration of exposure and large sample size is required to find conclusive results.