bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pengaruh Brand Image dan Kualitas Produk Tupperware Terhadap Keputusan Pemakaian Produk Oleh Konsumen
Authors: Nurazizah Devina Caysarrita , Rizky Arta Sanggranti Aprili , Yusuf Dalila Kamilah , Salisah Nikmah Hadiati
Published: August 2024

Tujuan dilakukannya penelitian ini yaitu untuk melihat pengaruh Brand Image dan kualitas produk Tupperware terhadap keputusan pemakaian produk Tupperware oleh konsumen. Populasi dalam penelitian ini merupakan pengguna aktif produk Tupperware sebanyak 75 responden dengan menggunakan teknik sampling non probability sampling jenis snowball sampling. Begitu juga metode pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah berupa kuesioner online dan studi literatur serta hasil analisis dari data kuesioner tersebut diolaah dengan menggunakan aplikasi IBM SPSS Statistic 24. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu dengan menggunakan metode kuantitatif jenis asosiatif dan dianalisis menggunakan regresi linier berganda untuk mengetahui signifikansi hubungan antara 2 variabel atau lebih. Variabel independen dalam penelitian ini terdiri dari brand image (X1) dan kualitas produk (X2) dengan variabel dependennya yaitu keputusan pemakaian produk oleh konsumen (Y). Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa variabel Brand Image memiliki pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap keputusan pemakaian produk oleh konsumen. Begitu juga dengan variabel kualitas produk Tupperware yang memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap keputusan pemakaian produk oleh konsumen. Maka secara bersmaan, variabel Brand Image dan kualitas produk Tupperware berpengaruh secara signifikan terhadap keputusan pemakaian produk Tupperware oleh konsumen.
Implementasi Pelatihan Tari Nusantara dalam Meningkatkan Nasionalisme dan Kesadaran Budaya
Authors: Mulyani Aan , Izzati Umi Anugerah , Bachria Bachtiar Syaiful
Published: August 2024

The study attempts to present a qualitative description about how Nusantara dance training may serve to develop nationalism and cultural awareness. That shall be accomplished via a systematic review method and presented in a qualitative descriptive manner. This research uses a systematic review process that includes a number of phases: (a) creating research questions, (b) performing a literature search, (c) performing screening and selection of research articles, (d) carrying out analysis and synthesis of qualitative findings, (e). This research indicates that dance training can be considered a process that gives support and knowledge to dance creators when creating a new movement that incorporates distinctive characteristics with the creator's creativity, and maintaining the distinctive characteristics of every person's movement. The success of the training is dependent to an approach and model that best corresponds to the creator's Key words: Training Implementation, Nusantara Dance, Nationalism, Cultural Awareness
Effect of micronutrient deficiency on protozoal infection in stunting toddler
Authors: Utami Wiwien Sugih , Ramadanti Novi Awalia , Rachmawati Dwita Aryadina , Ratnawati Leersia Yusi , Armiyanti Yunita , Hermansyah Bagus
Published: August 2024

Background: Stunting is a developmental disorder caused by chronic inadequate nutritional intake in toddlers, leading to deficiencies in various nutrients, including iron and zinc. This can weaken toddlers' immunity, making them more vulnerable to infectious diseases, such as intestinal protozoa. An infected digestive tract can interfere with absorbing nutrients and reduce appetite, causing the infection to persist and become chronic. Chronic infection triggers the formation of pro-inflammatory cytokines that affect bone growth, hindering growth and causing stunting.

Objectives: This study confidently investigates the correlation between iron and zinc micronutrient intake and intestinal protozoan infection in stunting toddlers in Jember District.

Methods: The research is observational and cross-sectional, with 568 stunting toddlers aged 0-59 months in Jember District, East Java as study subjects. Iron and zinc intake were collected through 2x24-hour food-recall questionnaire interview and processed using the Nutrisurvey software. Protozoan infection status in toddler feces samples was identified using direct smear and modified Ziehl-Neelsen methods. The data analysis method chosen was the Spearman correlation test.

Results: The study found that stunted toddlers in Jember District had mostly deficient micronutrient intake. The average iron intake is 2.56±3.06 mg and the average zinc intake is 1.8±1.47 mg. Protozoan infection was found in this study has a prevalence of 15.7%, with identified species including Entamoeba histolytica (3.3%), Giardia lamblia (2.6%), Cryptosporidium parvum (3.2%), Blastocystis hominis (5.3%), and mixed infections (1.2%). The statistical analysis confirms that there is no significant correlation between the intake of micronutrients iron (p=0.91;r=0.005) and zinc (p=0.76;r=0.013) and intestinal protozoan infection in stunting toddlers in Jember District.

Conclusions: Based on the data, protozoan infection may be caused by multiple factors, such as parenting practices and family socioeconomics. However, improving nutrition by education and giving additional supplementation are crucial to reduce the prevalence of malnutrition in toddlers.
Edukasi Upaya Pencegahan dan Pemeriksaan Malaria Pada Masyarakat Di Kampung Sereh Papua
Authors: Purba Elen R.V. , Manangsang Frans , Rumaseb Ester , Purba Lilys Irianty Natalia , Sarwadhamana Raden Jaka
Published: August 2024

Papua merupakan Provinsi dengan jumlah kasus malaria tertinggi di Indonesia. Salah satu faktor yang mempengaruhinya adalah minimnya pengetahuan yang dimiliki masyarakat tentang pencagahan penyakit malaria serta kurangnya sumber infoemasi yang dapat di akses oleh masyarakat, khususnya masyarakat Kampung Sereh, distrik Sentani Kabupaten Jayapura. Memberikan pendidikan kesehatan mengenai upaya pencegahan malaria kepada masyarakat atau kelompok dapat membentuk dan mempersiapkan masyarakat terhadap pencegahan primer penyakit malaria. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini mempunyai tujuan memberikan pemahaman kepada masyarakat Kampung Sereh tentang upaya pencegahan malaria. Pelaksanaan kegiatan dilakukan metode sosialisasi yaitu penyuluhan tentang upaya pencegahan malaria serta melakukan pemeriksaan kesehatan kepada masayarakat.  Kegiatan diikuti oleh 36 orang yang berada di posyandu Kampung Sereh dan dilakukan pengukuran pretest dan postest untuk mengetahui efektivitas kegiatan. Hasil pengukuran sikap upaya pencegahan menujukan bahwa  terjadinya peningkatan sikap yang dimiliki oleh peserta tentang upaya pencegahan malaria sebelum dan setelah kegiatan sosialisasi.  

 
Kata kunci: Upaya pencegahan, malaria, papua
Pencegahan Stunting Dengan Edukasi Pentingnya 1000HPK dan Gizi Seimbang di Dusun Kabrokan Kulon, Desa Sendangsari, Pajangan, Bantul
Authors: Nada Salma Alfina Putri , Widiastuti Lisa , Yahya Muhammad , Arif Muhammad , Herawati Herni Dwi
Published: August 2024

Seribu hari pertama kehidupan (1000 HPK) merupakan periode emas atau yang dikenal sebagai  Golden Period seorang anak untuk tumbuh dan berkembang secara optimal. Periode ini disebut Golden Period karena dimana pertumbuhan otak sangat pesat yang dapat menentukan kualias hidup anak di masa depan. Dampak jika asupan gizi kurang selama 1000 Hari Pertama Kehidupan (HPK) diantaranya yaitu bayi lahir dengan Berat Badan Rendah (BBLR), kurus, imunitas yang kurang, mudah terserang penyakit kronis seperti sakit ginjal, jantung, diabetes type 2, stroke, hipertensi dan kanker, terhambatan pertumbuhan kognitif dan IQ yang rendah. Tujuan dari penyuluhan ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengetahuan dan sikap ibu hamil dan wanita usia subuh (WUS) terhadap 1000 hari pertama kehidupan (HPK) di Dusun Kabrokan Kulon, Sendangsari, Bantul, Yogyakarta. Metode yang kami gunakan pada program kerja ini ialah ceramah dan diskusi. Alur pelaksanaan dari program ini yaitu,  analisa masalah yang terjadi terutama masalah kesehatan terkait stunting dan kurangnya pengetahuan mengenai 1000 hari pertama kehidupan juga gizi seimbang, pemilihan program kerja yang tepat, pelaksanaan dan evaluasi. Hasil dari dilakukaanya penyuluhan ini mendapatkan hasil yang baik. Keberhasilan program tersebut dilihat dari hasil pemahaman peserta terhadap materi yang diberikan melalui pre-test dan post-test yang menunjukkan adanya perubahan kenaikan nilai.
Sosialisasi Pencegahan dan Penanganan Stunting Sebagai Upaya Mewujudkan Generasi Unggul di Dusun Iroyudan Kelurahan Guwosari
Authors: Wardiyana Lisa , Rouzi Kana Safrina , A'yun Riza Shinta Qurrota , Batubara Saimarrasoki , Saputro Pujo Hari , Sulaiman Ahmad , Viantina Anisa Lia , Hakim Luqmanul , Amsy M.R Mutawakkil , Wulandari Narulita , Silvianah Nita , Sari Susi Nopita , Fatonah Umti
Published: August 2024

Stunting merupakan keadaan gagal tumbuh pada balita yang disebabkan karena kekurangan gizi secara kronis atau berkepanjangan dalam waktu yang lama sehingga anak terlalu pendek untuk usianya. Salah satu penyebab stunting yaitu kurangnya pengetahuan ibu dan pola asuh yang kurang tepat. Oleh karena itu, diperlukan adanya sosialisasi mengenai cara pencegahan dan penanganan stunting. Metode pengabdian dengan penyuluhan dan ceramah disetai tanya jawab tentang pencegahan dan penanganan stunting melalui media power point. Peserta yang mengikuti soasialisasi terdiri dari 12 remaja putri, 3 ibu hamil dan 9 ibu dari balita yang mengalami stunting di Dusun Iroyudan Kelurahan Guwosari. Dalam kegiatan ini menghasilkan bahwa semua peserta sudah tersosialisasi mengenai stunting, dampak dari stunting, serta cara pencegahan dan penanganannya.
Sosialisasi Mengenai Anemia dan Pemberian Tablet Tambah Darah Bagi Remaja Perempuan dalam Upaya Pencegahan Stunting di Desa Tembelang, Candimulyo, Magelang
Authors: Wulandari Agnum Ika , Ardi Syifa Atikah , Tatuhey Fatma Aidha , Musonah Ngidoti , Rizki Vita Aulia , Sariperkasi Liansya Ayu , Indrayana Sofyan , Wijaya Dhina Puspasari
Published: August 2024

Abstrak

Anemia atau kurangnya zat besi merupakan satu masalah gizi yang tidak kunjung teratasi di beberapa wilayah di Indonesia. Remaja perempuan sebagai calon Ibu perlu mendapat perhatian sebagai upaya pencegahan anemia yang merupakan faktor terjadinya stunting pada generasi yang akan dating. Sosialisasi dan tablet tambah darah penting dilakukan untuk mencegah kekurangan zat besi (Fe). Metode yang digunakan dalam kegiatan ini yaitu sosialisasi melalui ceramah dengan mengerjakan soal pre-test dan post-test sebagai tolak ukur ilmu remaja perempuan terkait anemia. Tablet Tambah Darah (TTD) diberikan kepada setiap peserta yang hadir dalam sosialisasi ini. Hasil yang diperoleh dari 16 peserta kegiatan, yaitu 4 orang tidak mengalami perubahan skor nilai, 12 orang mengalami peningkatan skor penilaian yang dapat dilihat melalui hasil pre-test dan post-test. Hasil ini menunjukkan secara umum ada peningkatan pemahaman terhadap anemia setelah diberikan Pendidikan Kesehatan. Diharapkan kegiatan ini dapat diteruskan oleh kader kesehatan dan peserta mampu mengaplikasikan ilmu yang didapat dalam kehidupan sehari-hari.

Kata kunci : Anemia, Stunting, Tablet Tambah Darah, Remaja, Defisiensi besi

Abstract
Iron Deficiency Anemia is one of health problem that no been resolved yet in some Region in Indonesia. Adolescent female as prospective mothers need attention as an effort to prevent anemia which is a factor in the occurrence of stunting in future generations. Hence health educations related to anemia and giving blood supplement tablets are important to prevent iron deficiency. The method used in this activity was socialization through lectures by working on pre-test and post-test questions as a benchmark for knowledge of young women related to anemia. Blood supplement tablets were given to those who participated in the socialization. The results the pre-test and post-test obtained from 16 participants were 4 people (25%) did not experience a change in score, meanwhile 12 (75%) participants experienced an increase in assessment scores. Generally, the results showed an increased understanding of anemia after health education. Hopefully, this activity could be continuous by Health Cadres, and the participants able to apply the knowledge in daily life.
Keywords : Anemia, Stunting, Blood supplement tablets, Adolescent female, Iron deficiency
Peran Posyandu Remaja Terhadap Perilaku Kesehatan Reproduksi Kesehatan Remaja di Dusun Iroyudan, Kalurahan Guwosari, Kecamatan Pajangan, Bantul
Authors: Vitara Debby , Munarsih Dena , Khatimah Husnul , Pratama Haka R , Pratama Aditya Mandala , Nawawi Bismi Ratu Fortuna , Wardani Astin Eka , Yanhari Apriza Dwi , Lestari Masbani Ajeng , Fakhrurrozi Muhammad , Maulida Milati Nurul , Silvianita Novi , Ratih Ratih , Zahro Siti , Fauzi Rizal , Kusumawardani Nurul , Rusiyono Ruwet , Mustakim Muh.
Published: August 2024

Youth Posyandu is a public health effort that is managed with the aim of organizing to improve health and healthy life skills in adolescents. The establishment of Youth Poyandu aims to be a forum for improving adolescent reproductive health and increasing adolescent health needs. Based on previous implementation studies, some teenagers do not know anything about reproductive health, such as the risk of menstruation and irresponsible sexual activity. Youth Posyandu is optimal, it is not done. Thus, the Youth Posyandu was formed in Guwosari Hamlet, Iroyudan Village, Pajangan District. In practice, Poyandu youth leaders are selected through a deliberation process. From the results of the formation of the youth Posyandu, it is known that there are two posyandu administrators, namely six youth cadres who later became an extension of their duties under the supervision of the Iroyudan Health Center. According to the agreement, the Posyandu will be held every three weeks. The activity began with the provision of counseling for the Youth Posyandu and disseminated in the first activity the counseling material for the Youth Posyandu on adolescent reproductive health. It is hoped that the establishment of the youth Posyandu can improve adolescent health and increase knowledge about adolescent reproductive health.

Keywords: youth posyandu, adolescent reproductive health, youth cadres
Pendampingan Baca Tulis Al-Qur’an Di TPQ Masjid Sholikhin RT 04 Butuh Lor Kelurahan Triwidadi
Authors: Ummah Maulida Latifatul , Gutama Deden Hardan , Rusiyono Ruwet , Pranita Arse Yoza , Putri Estina Dea , Muas Farid Rahman , Syaroh Fitria May , Fisdiyah Imawati , Anifa Imroatul , Nadliroh Lubabun , Hak M. Aji Asnal , Nashrudin Nashrudin , Muttaqin Rafie Zaenul , Andini Rizky , Agustina Siti Nur , Oktaviana Vinda
Published: August 2024

Determining the object of the problem posed is the background of the problems that arise in the need for maximizing the Al-Quran Education Park (TPQ) as a center for religious character education. The solution proposed by the Thematic Community Service Group II team at Alma Ata University was to integrate learning to read the Koran and the addition of religious knowledge with religious character values for students. The method used by the Thematic KKN team is method PAR (Participatory Active Research). The contribution proposed by the Thematic KKN team is so that TPQ can maximize the role of TPQ in religious character education. For students, can get additional knowledge. for the community, they can support efforts to inculcate religious character education. In conclusion, the existence of TPQ is still essential in society as a place of education for children.

Keywords: Caracter Education , Al-Qur'an Education Park (TPQ), Students, Butuh Lor
Pencegahan Seks Bebas Pada Remaja Di Era Digitalisasi Di Smp Negeri 1 Pakis, Magelang, Jawa Tengah
Authors: Indriani Ida , Rimba Putri Imram Radne , Chumaida Faza
Published: August 2024

 

Free sex is sexual relations that are carried out outside of marriage, either consensual or in the world of prostitution, such as intimate peace, making out, to having sexual contact, but this behavior is considered not in accordance with the norm because adolescents do not have experience about sexuality. In Indonesia, there are around 4.5% of male youth and 0.7% of female adolescents aged 15-19 who admit to having had premarital sex. In adolescents aged 15-19 years, the largest proportion is for the first time at the age of 15-17 years. Approximately 33.3% of female adolescents and 34.5% of male adolescents aged 15-19 years began to become aware when they were not yet 15 years old. The record for the cumulative number of sufferers of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) until 2017 by the Magelang City AIDS Commission (KPA) was 126 sufferers. Consists of 93 HIV, 33 AIDS and 26 of them died. This community service activity has the aim of providing health education related to the importance of the dangers of free sex in adolescents and prevention of free sex in this digitalization era. The activity was attended by 35 students of SMP Negeri 1 Pakis. The method used in this community service activity is the joint discussion technique. The results of measuring the prevention of free sex in adolescents in the digitalization era before and after the socialization was given, it was found that around 95% of participants understood the prevention of free sex in adolescents in the digitalization era

 

Keywords: Teenager, Free Sex, Digitalization
Edukasi Pola Konsumsi Gizi Seimbang dan Penerapan Sanitasi 6 Langkah Mencuci Tangan sebagai Upaya Penurunan Risiko Stunting di Desa Cepiring Kec. Cepiring-Kendal
Authors: Rahmawati Eli
Published: August 2024

Stunting adalah pertumbuhan yang terhambat akibat kekurangan asupan gizi dalam jangka waktu yang lama. Stunting menjadi isu serius di Indonesia, terutama di daerah perdesaan, salah satunya Desa Cepiring. Faktor-faktor terjadinya stunting dipengaruhi oleh pola asuh yang tidak memadai, terutama selama periode 1.000 hari pertama kehidupan. Tujuan kegiatan edukasi pola konsumsi gizi seimbang dan penerapan sanitasi 6 langkah mencuci tangan dilakukan sebagai salah satu upaya pencegahan dan penekanan risiko stunting. Metode yang digunakan berupa sosialisasi dan edukasi yang dilaksanakan dalam dua lokasi. Pertama, tanggal 15 Agustus 2023 di SDN 1 Cepiring diikuti oleh 24 peserta dan lokasi kedua dilaksanakan pada tanggal 28 Agustus 2023 di SDN 2 Cepiring diikuti oleh 30 peserta. Untuk mengetahui tingkat pengetahuan anak tentang gizi seimbang dan peneraparan sanitasi 6 langkah cuci tangan dilakukan dengan cara memberikan pre-test yang kemudian menghasilkan rata - rata pengetahuan anak untuk  pola gizi seimbang sebesar 73,25 % dan untuk sanitasi 6 langkah cuci tangan sebesar 82,67 %. Hasil yang didapat setelah kegiatan ini adalah peningkatan pengetahuan peserta terhadap pola konsumsi gizi seimbang dan keterampilan dalam penerapan sanitasi 6 langkah mencuci tangan. Hasilnya adalah Peningkatan pengetahuan dan keterampilan ditunjukkan dengan praktik, presentasi, dan tanya jawab secara langsung dengan presentase untuk pola konsumsi gizi seimbang menjadi 89,58 % sedangkan untuk sanitasi 6 langkah mencuci tangan menjadi 98,67%. Hal ini membuktikan bahwa sosialiasi dan edukasi yang dilakukan berhasil untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan tentang pola konsumsi gizi seimbang dan sanitasi 6 langkah cuci tangan yang baik.

Kata kunci: stunting, gizi seimbang, penerapan sanitasi
Teknologi Pengeringan Dengan Mikrokontroler dan Pemasaran Online Produk Makanan Ringan UKM di Desa Mertasari Kecamatan Purwanegara, Kabupaten Banjarnegara, Propinsi Jawa Tengah
Authors: - Purwanto , Ulkhaq M. Zia , Hartono Hartono
Published: August 2024

Desa Mertasari Kecamatan Purwonegoro, merupakan salah satu sentra penghasil makanan ringan di Kabupaten Banjarnegera.  UKM menghasilkan produk makanan ringan  sale pisang.  Menurut data 2020, jumlah UKM Makanan ringan mencapai 23 keluarga (KK) yang tergabung menjadi 6 kelompok UKM, yang terbesar adalah UKM brayan maju. UKM Brayan Maju proses pembuatan makanan belum menggunakan teknologi, tahapan pembuatan tidak mengacu proses yang standar industri. Semua produk belum mempunyai ijin PIRT, sehingga pemasaran bersifat lokal. Untuk meningkatkan kapasitas UKM, tahapan pembuatan dan manajemen UKM  harus sesuai dengan jaminan mutu dan keamanan pangan sesuai dengan ISO-9000 dan HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point). Pengeringan bahan makanan dilakukan diatap rumah dan dihalaman dengan mengandalkan sinar matahari, sehingga menghambat proses produksi, tidak higines dan mutu makanan masih rendah. Pemasaran masih bersifat lokal dengan kapasitas terbatas,  maka kebutuhan UKM skala prioritas adalah teknologi pengeringan otomatis, belum adanya ijin edar produk skala rumah tangga (PIRT). Luaran PKM adalah berupa Mesin Pengering dengan pemanas gas ganda berpengatur putaran dan waktu otomatis, kapasitas 30-50 kg dengan 20 rak. Pengaturan kerja pengering dilakukan dengan penentuan suhu maksimal 90oC, waktu yang dapat diatur dengan timer. Penggunaan Web E-Commerce dalam penjualan produk memudahkan dan memiliki jangkauan yang lebih luas. Pemasaran produk akan dibantu ijin PIRT dan  melatih kelompok untuk mampu melakukan transaksi penjualan online.

 

Kata kunci: Makanan Ringan, Pengering otomatis, E-Commerce
Pelaksanaan Sosialisasi Isi Piringku dan Plating Competition Sebagai Bentuk Edukasi Pencegahan Stunting Oleh Mahasiswa KKNt 14 Universitas Alma Ata Yogyakarta di Desa Podosari
Authors: Nuranissa Tiyas Marcella , Ariani Rizki Dwi , Berliana Putri Sely Nanda , Athari Dhea Azra , Wijiarto Wenang Yusuf , Fataa Ahmad Ainul , Khasanah Ika Nurul , Putri Sabilla Amalia , Mustaqim Nadiyah Alimah , Wibowo Ardy
Published: August 2024

Stunting adalah suatu kondisi gagal tumbuh pada anak dimana tinggi badan anak <-2SD menurut tabel Z-Score WHO. Terdapat beberapa faktor yang dapat menyebabkan terjadinya masalah stunting pada anak, salah satunya adalah tidak optimalnya praktik pemberian makan pada anak. Tujuan dilaksanakannya Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat (PKM) ini yaitu sebagai upaya untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan dan keterampilan ibu mengenai cara pencegahan stunting melalui edukasi dengan program sosialisasi dan perlombaan mengenai praktik pemberian makan yang tepat berdasarkan acuan isi piringku dan AKG pada anak. Sebanyak ±30 ibu yang memiliki anak balita ikut dalam kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat. Metode pelaksanaan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat yaitu sosialisasi yang dikombinasikan dengan perlombaan Isi Piringku yang menerapkan mengenai praktik pemberian porsi dan komponen makanan yang dilakukan oleh ibu berdasarkan indikator praktik pemberian makan menurut acuan isi piringku dan Angka Kecukupan Gizi (AKG) oleh Kemenkes.
Sosialisasi Nilai Kesalehan Sosial dalam Fenomena Mudik bagi Masyarakat di Desa Maguwo Banguntapan Yogyakarta
Authors: Musyrifah Farida , Fathurrohman Rizal , Khanifuddin Khanifuddin
Published: August 2024

This research aims to analyze and describe the value of social piety in the homecoming phenomenon for the Maguwo Banguntapan Yogyakarta Community. With this type of field research and phenomenological approach, data collection was carried out through in-depth interviews and observations of several selected communities. Interviews and observations were conducted before and after returning home. The research results show that the homecoming phenomenon is based on the existence of a warm connection. The warm relationship between family members strengthens the spirit of meeting after one year of being overseas/outside the region for several reasons such as continuing studies, working and so on. The tradition of going home on Eid al-Fitr is characterized by several activities that are almost the same in all regions, such as: takbiran for Eid al-Fitr prayers, social gatherings and tours, grave visits, giving gifts and halal bihalal. The value of strengthening social piety from this homecoming phenomenon is in the form of increasing a person's religiosity, hard work, responsibility and social concern. In this way, the phenomenon of going home will always be of interest to the public, even though technology is already sophisticated (facilities of friendly communication) but it cannot yet replace the meaning of going home
Patterns of the Health and Economic Burden of 33 Rare Diseases in China: Nationwide Web-Based Study
Authors: Yu Jiazhou , Chen Shanquan , Zhang Huanyu , Zhang Shuyang , Dong Dong
Published: August 2024

Background

Rare diseases (RDs) affect millions of individuals collectively worldwide, contributing to significant burdens on patients and families in various aspects. However, there is a lack of evidence on the underlying patterns of burdens among diverse RDs for informing targeted social and health policies to address the unmet needs of this vulnerable population.

Objective

This study aimed to examine the underlying patterns of the health and economic burden of 33 different RDs in China and identify the potential determinants.

Methods

A nationwide internet-based cross-sectional survey was conducted in China between 2019 and 2020. Physical and mental health burden was measured by health-related quality of life. Economic burden was evaluated based on the proportions of direct medical, direct nonmedical, and indirect costs relative to household income. We used cluster analysis to identify patterns of health and economic burdens and conducted multinomial logistic regression to explore potential predictors of cluster membership.

Results

The study included 8454 adults and 8491 children affected by 33 RDs. The following 3 clusters were identified: “extremely high burden” (representing 92/8454, 1.1% and 19/8491, 0.2% of adult and pediatric patients, respectively), “overall high burden” (5933/8454, 70.2% and 4864/8491, 57.3%, respectively), and “overall low burden” (2429/8454, 28.7% and 3608/8491, 42.5%, respectively). Wilson disease, Marfan syndrome, and Langerhans cell histiocytosis more likely resulted in an “extremely high burden” than others. Poverty was significantly associated with being in this extremely high burden group. Diseases causing neuromuscular symptoms and requiring long-term treatment (eg, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, spinocerebellar ataxia, and Dravet syndrome) were prevalent in the “overall high burden” group. Key predictors of this group included older age, lower socioeconomic status, diagnostic delay, and comorbidity.

Conclusions

This study provides novel and valuable evidence on the burden of RDs in developing regions like China. The findings reveal significant disparities in the impact of RDs, emphasizing the need for targeted health care interventions and policies.
Exploring Machine Learning Applications in Pediatric Asthma Management: Scoping Review
Authors: Ojha Tanvi , Patel Atushi , Sivapragasam Krishihan , Sharma Radha , Vosoughi Tina , Skidmore Becky , Pinto Andrew D , Hosseini Banafshe
Published: August 2024

Background

The integration of machine learning (ML) in predicting asthma-related outcomes in children presents a novel approach in pediatric health care.

Objective

This scoping review aims to analyze studies published since 2019, focusing on ML algorithms, their applications, and predictive performances.

Methods

We searched Ovid MEDLINE ALL and Embase on Ovid, the Cochrane Library (Wiley), CINAHL (EBSCO), and Web of Science (core collection). The search covered the period from January 1, 2019, to July 18, 2023. Studies applying ML models in predicting asthma-related outcomes in children aged <18 years were included. Covidence was used for citation management, and the risk of bias was assessed using the Prediction Model Risk of Bias Assessment Tool.

Results

From 1231 initial articles, 15 met our inclusion criteria. The sample size ranged from 74 to 87,413 patients. Most studies used multiple ML techniques, with logistic regression (n=7, 47%) and random forests (n=6, 40%) being the most common. Key outcomes included predicting asthma exacerbations, classifying asthma phenotypes, predicting asthma diagnoses, and identifying potential risk factors. For predicting exacerbations, recurrent neural networks and XGBoost showed high performance, with XGBoost achieving an area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUROC) of 0.76. In classifying asthma phenotypes, support vector machines were highly effective, achieving an AUROC of 0.79. For diagnosis prediction, artificial neural networks outperformed logistic regression, with an AUROC of 0.63. To identify risk factors focused on symptom severity and lung function, random forests achieved an AUROC of 0.88. Sound-based studies distinguished wheezing from nonwheezing and asthmatic from normal coughs. The risk of bias assessment revealed that most studies (n=8, 53%) exhibited low to moderate risk, ensuring a reasonable level of confidence in the findings. Common limitations across studies included data quality issues, sample size constraints, and interpretability concerns.

Conclusions

This review highlights the diverse application of ML in predicting pediatric asthma outcomes, with each model offering unique strengths and challenges. Future research should address data quality, increase sample sizes, and enhance model interpretability to optimize ML utility in clinical settings for pediatric asthma management.
Cardiac Repair and Regeneration via Advanced Technology (Preprint)
Authors: Lee Chi , Lee Yugyung , Shelke Sushil
Published: August 2024

BACKGROUND

This review has focused on advanced technologies, genetic variables in CVD, and biomaterials used for organ-independent cardiovascular repair systems.

OBJECTIVE

A variety of implantable and wearable devices, including biosensor-equipped cardiovascular stents and biocompatible cardiac patches, have been developed and evaluated.

METHODS

Advanced innovative bioengineering, gene delivery, cell biology and AI based technologies which will continuously revolutionize biomedical devices for cardiovascular repair and regeneration are also discussed.

RESULTS

To overcome the current obstacles in cardiac repair and regeneration and achieve successful therapeutic applications, future interdisciplinary collaborative work should be integral. Advanced new material and cell biology, along with AI-based telehealth, will be essential to create efficient implantable biomedical devices, including cardiovascular stents.

CONCLUSIONS

Advanced innovative bioengineering, gene delivery, and cell biology technologies will continuously revolutionize medical devices for cardiovascular repair and regeneration in the future.
Web-based Platform as a Digital Confluence: Narrative Review of Games and Social Media in Medical Education (Preprint)
Authors: Smith Clark Lander
Published: August 2024

BACKGROUND

The evolution of the internet in the early 21st century was marked by a seismic shift in the user's role. It comes as no surprise that medical educators and students would come to embrace the more active role afforded by this sea change. Social media has empowered the user with virtually limitless ways to create and engage with information, and serious games have been shown to enhance learner engagement and satisfaction. This appears to set the stage for a web-based learning platform that combines elements of both games and social media.

OBJECTIVE

This review details recent online trends in medical education against a broader narrative of increasing user participation on web applications. Specifically, this review is concerned with whether threads of games and social media could be woven into the fabric of a more comprehensive learning platform, and the potential of this platform for training healthcare professionals.

METHODS

A literature review was conducted between July and August of 2024 using PubMed and Google Scholar for all English-language papers going back 10 years. Articles that described use of social media among students and trainees, as well as those that studied the effectiveness of games and other electronic media, were included. Articles were excluded if full text was not available, or if their primary concern was patient self-management or other patient outcomes, as the primary focus of this review is use of these approaches in medical education.

RESULTS

The literature search revealed 219 references. After comprehensive review, 15 studies of various designs were highlighted. Themes in social media that emerged were asynchronous learning preferences and reliability concerns. Themes in game-based learning were game balance and immersivity.

CONCLUSIONS

Research on games and social media in medical education is flourishing. As such, exciting opportunities exist to identify new teaching methods. The most effective elements to achieve a balanced curriculum are being identified. Dedicated medical learning platforms, integrated with existing programs of study and administered at the university level, may strike the perfect chord.
Financial Analysis of Feasibility Development Nur Hidayah Hospital Become Type C Hospital
Authors: Khoirunnisa Estianna , Bastian Indra
Published: August 2024

Background: The development of a business unit is based on assessments given by competent parties both internally and externally. Nur Hidayah Hospital received a recommendation to become a Type C hospital from the Bantul District Health Office, the Association of Indonesian Hospitals (PERSI) DIY Region, and the DIY Hospital Supervisory Agency (BPRS) during visitation for the purposes of extending the operational permit of the Hospital in 2020.Objective: To determine the financial analysis of the feasibility of developing Nur Hidayah Hospital into a type C hospital.Design: This research is a qualitative descriptive method with a case study design. The data was taken at Nur Hidayah Hospital in September-October 2021. The data was obtained using questionnaires and secondary data from internal hospital. Data is processed by presentation of data and withdrawal of conclusions.Results: Based on data analysis, the Net present value (NPV) is 45,162,803,090 or positive value, with an internal rate of return (IRR) 28,48% and a payback period (PP) of 7 years and 2 months.Conclusions: The development of Nur Hidayah Hospital into a Type C hospital is feasible. The results of this study can be used by the management and the Nur Hidayah Foundation to develop the Nur Hidayah Hospital as planned.
Innovative Practices and Future Directions of Antitrust in Online “Live Streaming Sales”
Authors: Wang Wensong
Published: August 2024

Online “live streaming sales”, as an emerging platform economic model, exhibits significant differences in economic characteristics compared to traditional industries. Therefore, unique strategies distinct from those applied to traditional industries should be adopted in antitrust governance within the realm of online “live streaming sales”. China has implemented innovative practices from multiple perspectives, including legislation and law enforcement. However, the rapid advancement of antitrust regulation in online “live streaming sales” through administrative means poses challenges related to high economic costs, necessitating the establishment of a long-term regulatory mechanism centered on innovation-driven development. The key to achieving long-term regulation lies in ensuring the legalization of antitrust supervision, specifically involving the construction of a scientific and stable policy framework for antitrust regulation, the improvement of a legalized antitrust law enforcement system, the enhancement of the systematic and effective guidance for antitrust compliance, and the promotion of innovative practices in antitrust law enforcement policies. These measures will effectively maintain a fair competition order in the market and promote the healthy and sustainable development of the digital economy.
Genome-wide identification, Characterization, and Expression analysis of the Caffeic Acid O-Methyl Transferase (COMT) Gene Family of Sorghum Bicolor
Authors: Bollempally Prashanth , Anumandla Vinod Kumar , Kanathala ana Priyadarshani , Kethavath Srinivas Naik , , Singam Prashant
Published: August 2024

Caffeic acid O-methyltransferases (COMTs) are essential enzymes for producing natural products in plants, specifically involved in the phenylalanine metabolic pathway and the monolignol biosynthetic pathway. These enzymes are responsible for the methylation of caffeic acid compounds, which are the building blocks for many plant-derived compounds with various biological activities. The investigation of the evolutionary divergence, expression patterns under diverse abiotic stress conditions, and lignin content-related features of the COMT gene family in Sorghum has not been explored. In this study, forty-eight SbCOMTs were identified in S.bicolor. Based on the examination of evolutionary relationships, 48 SbCOMTs were classified into two distinct categories. The gene characterization and the conserved motif patterns in each group were similar, demonstrating the reliability of the phylogenetic categorization. Chromosomes 5 and 7 have been found as the hotspot of SbCOMTs with 10 and 7 genes respectively. Phylogenetic analysis revealed the conservation of Sorghum COMT genes among Zea mays and Oryza sativa. Investigation of regulatory elements specifies the significant roles that COMT genes play in the monolignol biosynthetic pathway of S. bicolor. Analysis of miRNA, transcription factor binding, and gene expression analysis provides insights to further engineer lignin biosynthetic pathway for better biofuel yield. We found that two SbCOMTs (SbCOMT26& 36) were highly expressed and their relative contents were similar to the variation drift of lignin content under abiotic stress conditions in S. bicolor. These results provide a clue for further study on the roles of SbCOMTs in the development of Sorghum and could favourably be foundations for the cultivation of Sorghum with higher biomass and yield with enhanced abiotic stress tolerance.
A New Approach to the Framework of Children’s Literature Translation Criticism: A Case Study of The Wednesday Wars
Authors: Xiang Mengying
Published: August 2024

Translation criticism is an indispensable part of translation activities, playing a crucial role in improving the quality of translations and advancing the development of the discipline. This paper uses the American children’s literature work The Wednesday Wars as a case study to propose a new approach to the framework of children's literature translation criticism. Combining both macro and micro perspectives and guided by the principle of child-centeredness, the study analyzes the translation from four dimensions: accuracy, readability, literary quality, and educational value. It explores effective translation methods and techniques for children's literature and reflects on the standards of a translation criticism framework for this genre.
Securing the Future of Transportation: An In-Depth Analysis of Cybersecurity Challenges and Solutions for Autonomous Vehicles
Authors: Sagam Spandana
Published: August 2024

Abstract: As autonomous vehicles (AVs) become increasingly integrated into transportation systems, ensuring their cybersecurity has emerged as a critical challenge. This comprehensive article examines the complex landscape of AV cybersecurity, focusing on the unique vulnerabilities arising from integrating advanced sensors, artificial intelligence, and vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication systems. We analyze potential attack vectors, including sensor spoofing, communication system breaches, and software vulnerabilities. We also evaluate state-of-the-art defense mechanisms such as encryption protocols, intrusion detection systems, and AI-based security solutions. The article also addresses the regulatory frameworks and industry standards shaping AV cybersecurity practices. By synthesizing current research, industry reports, and case studies, we provide insights into emerging threats and defense strategies, highlighting the need for a holistic approach to security in AV design and development. This article contributes to the ongoing dialogue on AV safety and reliability, offering valuable perspectives for researchers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders in navigating the evolving cybersecurity challenges in autonomous transportation.
The Alchemy Limerence of Love and Lust - Get Your Life Back from Incredibly Painful Vagus Nerve Simulation
Authors: Babu Dr. Chilakalapudi Meher
Published: August 2024

Love biologist Dawn Maslar states that hormones such as dopamine and vasopressin are important for a man to begin falling in love. Oxytocin, a hormone released when you hug a loved one, is very important in building and strengthening love in men in later stages. The left vagal nerve runs down the left side of your neck, and the right vagal nerve runs down your right side. This nerve extends all the way from your brain to the large intestines: down your neck, through your chest, around your heart, around your lungs, and through your abdomen and intestines. Cause of Pheromones continue to be an exciting area of research. Currently, the 16-androstenes, and in particular androstadienone is fairly well characterized as a pheromone for women. They are present in male axillary sweat and possibly in other bodily secretions. While this is going on, cholecystokinin suppresses gastric emptying so your stomach won't deliver any more food until the first batch is done. It also suppresses your appetite while you're digesting, by making your stomach feel physically full and by activating vagal nerves in your stomach wall.
An Analysis of the most Promising Strategies for Controlling the MPPT of Photovoltaic Systems
Authors: Gowthaman Dr. A.
Published: August 2024

There has been a tremendous increase in the utilization of renewable energy sources, particularly, solar energy. In terms of potential energy sources, photovoltaics are among the most promising. This article provides a concise assessment of the prospective approaches of maximum power point tracking (MPPT) control for the photovoltaic system. To begin, a discussion is held regarding the fundamentals of the photovoltaic system, including the concept and fundamental theory behind the P&O MPPT control method, which is frequently utilized. After that, three of the most promising techniques for enhanced MPPT control are selected. There is also coverage of research that is meaningful on the fundamental theory and the primary concept of the three techniques. Several of the research findings from different approaches are compiled in this document for the purpose of comparison. The tracking time, the complexity of implementation, and the accuracy are the three main indexes that are examined in this final comparison of these three systems. The efficiency, accuracy, and applicability of these methodologies are indicated by these indexes, which can serve as a meaningful reference for future applications and additional research.
A Review on Developing HiPER Bituminous Mix Using Existing Binder and Modifier
Authors: Thakur Er. Harsh
Published: August 2024

Heavy commercial vehicles combined with high pavement temperatures induce higher stresses in base and surface courses layers resulting in premature pavement distresses such as rutting and cracking. Therefore, it's essential to create a binder that performs better in heat and is more elastic and rigid so that it may be utilized to bear heavy axle loads. For several years, efforts have been made in India and worldwide to develop new pavement materials and improve the specifications of paving mixes and their constituents. One of the emerging solutions is use of a French asphalt mix known as “Enrobé à Module Élevé (EME)” or “High-Modulus Asphalt (HiMA) Mix”. This mix offers unique performance characteristics such as high stiffness and durability, good resistance to permanent deformation and fatigue. Therefore, HiMA mixes also referred as High Performance (HiPER) Bituminous Mixes. EME mixes uses a hard grade binder (HB), have higher binder content and lower air voids. The unique challenges in preparation of HiPER bituminous mix is selection of bitumen, which shall be hard grade bitumen (stiffer than VG40). In India, binder stiffer than VG40 are not commonly available commercially. Also, selection of modifiers used to produce hard grade binders and to enhance the performance of the binders that provides higher resistance to permanent deformation as well as to cracking. The main focus of this study is to find potential of modifier(s) to develop hard grade binder (HB) and use of HB for the preparation of mixes at various binder content and evaluated with the target of producing HiPER bituminous mix. Marshall stability and indirect tensile strength (ITS) tests are conducted to assess the mixes for HiPER bituminous mix
A Machine Learning Approach to Accurate Gym Exercise Form Detection Using MediaPipe
Authors: Pawar S.S.
Published: August 2024

This paper introduces an automated system for gym exercise form detection, leveraging MediaPipe[1] for real-time pose estimation and OpenCV[2] for computer vision processing. The system analyzes key body landmarks during exercises like squats, deadlifts, and bicep curls, providing immediate feedback on form accuracy. By detecting incorrect postures, such as improper knee alignment or back curvature, the system aims to reduce the risk of injury and enhance workout effectiveness. The proposed approach is designed to be lightweight, accessible, and capable of running on consumer-grade hardware, making it practical for widespread use. Experimental results demonstrate high accuracy in detecting common form errors, showcasing the potential of this system as a cost-effective alternative to traditional personal training. This work contributes to the growing field of automated fitness monitoring and highlights the role of computer vision in improving exercise safety and performance.
COVID-19 Pandemisinin Diş Hekimliği Öğrencilerinin Depresyon Düzeyleri ve Eğitime Bakış Açıları Üzerindeki Etkisinin Değerlendirilmesi; Kesitsel Bir Anket Çalışması
Authors: Yarbaşı Özlem , Bozdemir (haştar) Esin
Published: August 2024

Bu çalışmanın amacı, diş hekimliği öğrencilerinin COVID-19 pandemisi süresince bulaşıcı hastalığa yakalanma korkularını, COVID-19 pandemisinin eğitimlerine ve depresyon düzeylerine etkisini tespit etmekti. Bu kesitsel anket çalışmasında uygulanacak anketler Google Forms aracılığıyla diş hekimliği fakültesi öğrencilerine dağıtılmıştır. Ankette; demografik bilgiler, pandeminin diş hekimliği eğitimi üzerine etkisini sorgulayan sorular ve öğrencilerin depresyon düzeylerinin belirlenmesi için Zung depresyon ölçeği soruları yer almaktaydı. Ankete 163'ü erkek 250'si kadın 413 öğrenci katıldı. Öğrencilerin %48,4' ü diş hekimliği hizmeti sırasında COVID-19'a yakalanma olasılığının 'çok fazla' ve %42,1'i klinik eğitim faaliyetleri sırasında ise 'orta derecede' olduğunu bildirdi. Öğrencilerin %32,4’ü 'çok fazla', %25,4'ü 'aşırı boyutta' COVID-19 pandemisinin eğitim kariyerlerini olumsuz etkilediğini belirtti. Öğrencilerin %44,6’sı COVID-19 pandemisinin pratik becerilerin kazanılmasına 'büyük' oranda etkilediğini düşünmektedir. Öğrencilerin çoğunluğu (%57,4) uzaktan eğitimin yüz yüze eğitimin yerini alamayacağını belirtti. Klinik eğitim faaliyetlerinin COVID-19'a yakalanma riskine 'aşırı boyutta' maruz bırakacağını düşünen öğrencilerin çoğunluğu depresyon ölçeği skorlarına göre depresyondaydı (p=0,001). COVID-19 pandemisinin eğitim kariyeri üzerinde olumsuz etkisinin 'aşırı boyutta' ve 'çok fazla' cevabını verenlerin çoğunluğu hafif depresyon skoruna sahipti (p=0,03). Hafif ve belirgin düzeyde depresyonda olan öğrencilerin çoğunluğu kadındı. Çalışmanın sonuçlarına göre öğrenciler çevrim içi eğitimin yüz yüze eğitimin yerini alamayacağı düşüncesindeydi. Mesleki açıdan COVID-19’a yakalanma riskinin çok fazla olduğu düşüncesi öğrencilerin birçoğunda depresyon nedeni olarak belirlendi.