bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Osteoporosis and Knowledge of Bone Decalcification in Workers of The National University of Education in Lima-Peru
Authors: Bustinza Liliana Sumarriva- , Joaquín Estelita Marlene Pareja- , Sanchez Zaida Pumacayo- , Quispe David Choque- , Sumarriva Nadia Chávez- , Huacho Russbelt Yaulilahua-
Published: November 2023

Objective. to determine the relationship between osteoporosis and knowledge of bone decalcification in workers of a national university in Lima. Materials and methods. Correlational study in workers over 40 years of age at the National University of Education in Lima-Peru. Purposive sample, a questionnaire validated by expert judgment with Cronbach's alpha of 0.926 was applied, and the participants gave their informed consent. Results. A total of 104 workers were interviewed, of whom 36.54% (38) were male and 63.46% (66) were female, with an average age of 55.32 +/- 9.09 years and an average Body Mass Index of 26.06 +/- 4.32. Bone fractures affected 19.2% of respondents and 6% of their parents. On the other hand, 63.5% of participants had medium to high knowledge of bone decalcification. While the prevalence of osteoporosis reached 25% (n=26). The research found little or no association (Spearman's Rho=-0.085) between knowledge of bone decalcification and osteoporosis. Discussion/Conclusion: UNE workers know bone decalcification.
Study of Mastoid Antral Changes in Tubotympanic Chronic Supportive Otitis Media
Authors: Padda Rishabh , Kumar Lovneesh , Bist Sampan Singh , Agarwal Vinish , Luthra Mahima
Published: November 2023

Background: Study of mastoid antrum ﬁndings in tubotympanic chronic suppurative otitis media Objectives: To study mastoid antrum ﬁndings in tubotympanic CSOM and to determine predictors for performing antrostomy. Methodology: 71 patients with tubotympanic CSQM were selected from OPD and IPD. All patients were subjected to investigations like X—ray mastoid (Schuller’s View), pure tone audiometry and Otoendoscopy. All patients were subjected to mastoid exploration (cortical mastoidectomy or antrostomy) with tympanoplasty. Pre-Operative ﬁndings on basis of history, examination and investigations were noted along with intra-operative ﬁndings of middle ear and mastoid antrum. Findings were tabulated and statistical tests were applied to determine signiﬁcant predictors. Results: Mastoid antrum was found to be diseased in 21 patients with pathological ﬁndings like mucopus, granulations etc. Recurrent URTI, mastoid pneumatization pattern, pre operative middle ear mucosal status on otoendoscopy, degree of hearing loss and ossicular status were signiﬁcantly associated with diseased antrum (P-value<0.05). Conclusion: Disease can be found in mastoid antrum in tubotympanic CSOM. Mastoid exploration in form of antrostomy should be done in all cases where certain predictors are present. The predictors for performing antrostomy in tubotympanic disease are presence of recurrent URTI on history, sclerotic mastoid on x—ray mastoid (Schuller’s View), unhealthy middle ear mucosa on otoendoscopy, moderate and moderately severe hearing loss on pure tone audiometry and intra-operative ossicular necrosis and immobility.
Anterior Segment Optical Coherence Tomography Study of Pterygium in Conjunctival - Limbal Autograft Transplantation
Authors: Yadav Shivali , Bahadur Harsh , Bains Sukhdeep , Dhasmana Renu
Published: November 2023

Introduction: Progressive, gradual, non-malignant proliferation of fibro-vascular tissue, occurring due to repetitive limbal stem-cell irritation & neovascularization, is referred to as pterygium. It is widespread in equatorial regions of the world, with a prevalence of 22% over a well defined ‘pterygium belt’. pterygium excision leaving bare sclera leads to the re occurrence, where as supplementing bare sclera with conjunctival autograft reduces the recurrence up-to 6%. Objective: Assessment of pterygium thickness pre-operative ly & post-surgery keratectomy area along with graft thickness after conjunctival limbal autograft transplantation (CLAT) surgery by anterior segment optical coherence tomography (AS- OCT). Method: 50 patients with primary pterygium were distributed age wise in 4 groups of 20-39, 40-59, 60-79 & 80-99 years. Anterior segment imaging was performed with RT-vue spectral domain AS-OCT. pterygium thickness pre-operatively & keratectomy area along with autograft thickness after CLAT surgery was evaluated for a follow-up period of 3 months. Results: the pre-op pterygium & 3 months post-op keratectomy area thickness at apex for (group 1) were 854um & 573um, (group 2) were 855um & 578um, (group 3) were 859um & 574um and (group 4) were 868um & 575um. Similarly at limbus for (group 1) are 1.13um & 720um, for (group 2) are 1.14um & 725um, for (group 3) are 1.19um & 718um, for (group 4) are 1.24um & 714um. Reduction in graft thickness in 3 months follow period for (group 1) was 311um, (group 2) 304um, (group3) 303um & (group 4) 313um respectively. Conclusions: CLAT ascertains to be the ideal treatment modality for pterygium management in terms of decreasing the complications & recurrence rate. Also, AS-OCT is the optimal investigating modality in assessment of pterygium before & after CLAT surgery.
Immunohistochemical Study of Stellate Cells in Patients with Chronic Viral Heptitis C Histopathological study
Authors: Soliman Soliman Saba , Hegazy Azza Elsayed , El Yasergy Dina F. , Abdelgawad Nermine N.
Published: November 2023

Background: Chronic hepatitis is defined as liver inflammation that lasts for at least 6 months. The Hepatitis C virus is responsible for 60 to 70% of chronic hepatitis cases; the virus causes continued inflammation that slowly damages the liver, eventually leading to cirrhosis, liver failure, and, in rare cases, liver cancer. Aim of the work: To evaluate the changes in distribution and percentage of alpha-smooth muscle actin-positive hepatic stellate cells and the correlation with the degree of the fibrosis in cirrhotic livers, in patients with HCV chronic hepatitis. Material and methods: 50 hepatic core biopsies selected randomly were received from Histopathology Department at National Hepatology and Tropical Medicine Research Institute and examined for histopathological features using (hematoxylin and eosin), stage of hepatic fibrosis using stellate cell Masson s' trichrome stain, and examined for stellate cell activity using alpha smooth muscle actin (ASMA) immunostaining. Results: The relation between degree of ASMA expression by stellate cells and stage of fibrosis was highly significant with a p value <0.001, also the relation between degree of necroinflammation and degree of ASMA expression by stellate cells was highly significant with a p value <0.001. The relation between degree of necroinflammation and stage of fibrosis was highly significant with a p value <0.001. The relation between age of patient and stage of fibrosis also was statistically significant with a p value =0.012. The relation between age of patient and degree of necroinflammation was statistically significant with a p value =0.017. Conclusion: To summarize from hepatic core biopsies of patients suffering from chronic HCV, the number of active stellate cells was found to be positively associated with stage of hepatic fibrosis.
Exploring The Factors That Influence Young Customers’ Purchase Intention Towards Smartphone
Authors: Nathan Senthil K , Kaikini Ravindra R , Noorjahan Sheena , Santhosh R. , Acharjee Purnendu Bikash , Sridharan R.
Published: November 2023

In an era dominated by digital advancements, mobile phones have morphed into an indispensable part of our daily lives. The market, saturated with a plethora of options, witnesses continuously evolving purchasing behaviors. This essay delineates the patterns and influences that guide consumers in the mobile phone market, emphasizing the pivotal role that brand loyalty, technological advancements, and pricing strategies play in shaping purchasing decisions. In contemporary society, mobile phones are not merely a tool for communication; they embody a person's lifestyle, preferences, and status. The dynamics of purchasing behavior in the mobile phone sector are shaped by several interplaying factors that include technological advancements, brand perception, marketing strategies, and personal preferences. This essay explores these dynamics, highlighting the underlying psychological and market forces steering the consumers' purchasing decisions. One of the critical influencers of purchasing behavior is brand loyalty, which stems from previous positive experiences, peer reviews, and the overall perception of the brand. Companies like Apple and Samsung have cultivated a fervent base of loyal customers ready to invest in their latest offerings, often irrespective of the price point. Brand loyalty is nurtured through consistent quality, innovative features, and a strong brand image that resonates with the target audience. This loyalty is not just an outcome of effective marketing strategies but also a result of establishing trust and reliability over time.
Public Sector Response to COVID-19 Pandemic in India: Challenges and Lessons Learned
Authors: Dar Showkat Ahmad , Akther Fatima
Published: November 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the public sector in India, leading to a range of challenges that have required swift and effective responses. This abstract provides an overview of the challenges faced by the public sector in India in responding to the pandemic and the lessons learned from the experience. The challenges faced by the public sector in India have included a shortage of medical supplies, equipment and hospital beds, as well as limited testing capacity and inadequate health infrastructure. Additionally, India's large population and the spread of the virus in densely populated urban areas have created additional challenges. Despite these challenges, the public sector has responded with a range of measures, including the establishment of COVID-19 hospitals and quarantine facilities, the provision of financial assistance to those affected by the pandemic, and the development of innovative solutions such as telemedicine and online consultation services. The experience of the COVID-19 pandemic has also highlighted a range of lessons for the public sector in India. These include the need for greater investment in healthcare infrastructure, the importance of effective communication and coordination between different levels of government, and the need for proactive planning and preparation for future pandemics. Overall, the response of the public sector in India to the COVID-19 pandemic has been a complex and challenging process, but it has also provided important lessons and insights for the future.
Community Participation Through The Wargaku Application Complaint Media in The City of Surabaya
Authors: Alifa Rifda , Mustofa Amirul , Pramudiana Ika Devy
Published: November 2023

The Wargaku application is one of the applications prepared by the Surabaya City Government to collect various assessments and complaints from the public directly to assess the services designed by the Surabaya City Government. Community participation in evaluating benefits and providing service complaints through the Wargaku Application will likely offer input to improve service weaknesses so that services improve quality. This research aims to analyze community participation in the implementation of the Wargaku application, which focuses on channeling community complaints. This research uses qualitative research with interactive analytical techniques. Data was collected from public complaints and Surabaya City Communication and Information Service documents. The analysis technique is carried out through condensation, data analysis and verification, and conclusions. The research shows that community participation in using the Wargaku Application still needs to be higher or as expected. Second, the government has yet to respond quickly even though the public has not used the Wargaku Application optimally. The purpose of this research is to encourage the Surabaya City Government to be more active in socializing the Wargaku Application to residents so they can make maximum use of the application.
Strengthening Village Governance and Development of E-desita in Realizing Disability-Friendly Inclusive Villages in Ponorogo Regency
Authors: Lestari Yuni , Eprilianto Deby Febriyan , Megawati Suci , Oktariyanda Trenda Aktiva , Agustin Cindy Pramita , Fitrianingrum Aditya Pratiwi
Published: November 2023

E-desita is a form of strengthening digital-based village archiving systems with the ultimate aim of strengthening village governance. Karangpatihan Village is one of the villages that has a high number of people with disabilities in Ponorogo Regency. Karangpatihan Village needs to strengthen village governance. The aim of this research is to collect data on the disabled community to support the realization of a disability-friendly inclusive village in Karangpatihan Village, Balong District, Ponorogo Regency. The method used in this research is the development method. The type of research that will be carried out uses the R&D (Research and Development) method starting from stages (1) research and information collecting, (2) planning, (3) developing a preliminary form of product, and (4) preliminary field testing. This research was conducted at the Karangpatihan Village Office, Balong District, Ponorogo Regency. This research produces an e-desita application that is used in managing population data, especially for people with disabilities in Karangpatihan Village
Effect of adding different levels of dill seeds to the diet on productive traits and some carcass traits of broiler chickens
Authors: zayer Shnain Walaa , N. Ezzat Hasanain
Published: November 2023

This study was conducted in the poultry field of the Department of Animal Production / College of Agricultural Engineering Sciences / University of Baghdad
Abu Ghraib for the period from 10/15/2021 to 11/25/2021 to show the effect of
adding different levels of dill seeds to the diet on productive and carcass traits For
broiler meat. In this study, 200 unsexed broiler chicks of breed (308 Ross) were
used, one day age, with a starting weight of (42) g. The chicks were randomly
distributed to 5 treatments, and each treatment included 4 replicates, 10 birds for
each replicate. The birds were fed three diets: the starter diet, the growth diet and
the final diet. The experiment treatments were T1, T2, T3, T4 and T5, adding dill
seeds at average (0, 0.3, 0.6, 0.9, 1.2%), respectively. The experiment results indicated a significantly excelled(P < 0.05) for treatment T5. Compared with the T1
treatment, it did not differ significantly from the rest of the treatments; adding dill
seeds T2, T3 and T4 in body weight, weight gain and feed consumed for broilers
at 42 days, an improvement was observed in the food conversion ratio of treatment
T5 compared to the rest of the treatments in the first week, and in the fourth week,
the results indicated a significant improvement (0.01>P) in the feed conversion
ratio of the addition treatments T2, T3, T4 and T5 compared to treatment T1. It
was found that there was a significant (P < 0.05) excel in the carcass weight of the
T5 treatment compared to the T4 treatment. It did not differ significantly with the
T1, T2 and T3 treatments, and a significant (P < 0.05) in the relative weight of the
gizzard for the T4 treatment compared to the T1 treatment and the liver relative
weight for the two treatments. T4 and T5 as compared to T1. Also, a significant
excel (P<0.05) was observed in the relative weight of the thigh for treatment T1
and T4 compared to T5. When calculating the relative weight of the neck, it was
noted that treatment T1 compared to treatment T5. When calculating the relative
weight of the back, treatment T4 excelled on the rest of the treatments. We conclude from this study that adding 1.2% of dill seeds to the diet improved the productive traits of broilers.
Keywords: dill seeds, broilers, productive performance, carcasses.
Фактори ризику і прогноз оперативного лікування регматогенного відшарування сітківки
Authors: Zhaboiedov D.H. , Zhuk A.M.
Published: November 2023

Актуальність. Основною метою лікування регматогенного відшарування сітківки (РВС) є відновлення анатомо-топографічних співвідношень у задньому полюсі ока, відмежування розривів за рахунок формування хоріоретинальних спайок і видалення проліферативних мембран, а також відновлення зорових функцій. Ефективність хірургії широко варіює незалежно від обраного методу лікування і знаходиться в межах від 37 до 95 %. Матеріали та методи. Під спостереженням перебували 124 пацієнти (124 ока) з РВС у поєднанні з віковою катарактою. 1-шу групу спостереження становили 60 пацієнтів (60 очей), яким виконували закриту субтотальну вітректомію з тампонадою вітреальної порожнини газоповітряною сумішшю C3F8, ендолазеркоагуляцією сітківки і факоемульсифікацією катаракти з імплантацією інтраокулярної лінзи (при подальшому аналізі позначено як метод операції 1). 2-гу групу спостереження становили 64 пацієнти (64 ока), яким виконували таке саме оперативне втручання, але тампонаду вітреальної порожнини проводили із застосуванням силіконового масла (при подальшому аналізі позначено як метод операції 2). Для виявлення факторів, пов’язаних з результатом лікування, використано метод побудови моделей логістичної регресії з використанням пакетів MedStat і MedCalc v.15.1 (MedCalc Software bvba). Аналіз проводився для факторів ризику, які були визначені на момент проведення операції. Відбір предикторів регресійної моделі здійснювали методом максимальної правдоподібності з покроковим виключенням змінних. Отримані регресійні моделі оцінювали при побудові діаграм операційних характеристик (ROC-­аналіз). Як критерій адекватності моделі розраховували площу під кривою операційних характеристик з інтервальною оцінкою (AUC). Результати. Факторами ризику відсутності поліпшення стану в результаті оперативного лікування РВС через 1 рік після втручання були вік, давність відшарування сітківки, стадія С проліферативної вітреоретинопатії (ПВР), метод операції і показник суми локальних дефектів полів зору (PSD). Факторами ризику погіршення стану були вік, стать, давність ВС, вид розриву сітківки, стадія С ПВР, метод операції і PSD. У нашому дослідженні встановлений більший ризик невдалого лікування РВС для чоловіків, ніж для жінок. Прогностична модель невдалого хірургічного лікування РВС була побудована на трьох факторах ризику: видалення кришталика (p = 0,046), ПВР стадії C (p = 0,039) і ступінь відшарування (p < 0,001) і мала велику прогностичну цінність (площа під ROC-кривою становила 0,8399). Визначення прогнозу погіршення і відсутності поліпшення стану через 1 рік після оперативного лікування також мало досить високі показники якості моделі (AUC = 0,817 і 0,907 відповідно).
Аналіз оцінки якості життя і рівня тривоги та депресії в комплексному обстеженні пацієнтів з ендокринною орбітопатією
Authors: Petrenko O. , Prusak O.
Published: November 2023

Актуальність. За останніми європейськими рекомендаціями The 2021 European Group on Graves’ orbitopathy (EUGOGO) clinical practice guidelines for the medical management of Graves’ orbitopathy прописано необхідність визначення якості життя пацієнтів до чи після лікування, проте приділено недостатньо уваги виявленню і корекції нервово-психічних розладів. Розвиток останніх у пацієнтів з ендокринною орбітопатією (ЕО) пов’язаний як з впливом дисбалансу тиреоїдних гормонів на нервову систему, так і з психологічним дискомфортом, викликаним зниженням якості життя. Тому вивчення рівня тривоги та депресії в комплексному обстеженні пацієнтів з ендокринною орбітопатією є актуальним питанням наукових досліджень. Мета: провести аналіз оцінки якості життя і рівня тривоги та депресії в комплексному обстеженні пацієнтів з ендокринною орбітопатією. Матеріали та методи. Проведено аналіз оцінки якості життя і рівня тривоги та депресії 40 пацієнтів з ендокринною орбітопатією, що проходили лікування на клінічних базах кафедри в 2016–2022 рр. Якість життя пацієнтів з ендокринною орбітопатією визначали за допомогою модифікованої анкети якості життя пацієнтів з орбітопатією Грейвса (GO-Quality Of Life Questionnaire (Terwee et al., 2001)), оцінку рівня тривоги і депресії проводили за допомогою госпітальної шкали тривоги та депресії (Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale — HADS). Отримані результати аналізували з використанням методів варіаційної статистики. В клінічних групах визначали середні величини та стандартні відхилення досліджуваних параметрів. Результати. В результаті проведеної оцінки якості життя пацієнтів з ЕО за допомогою модифікованої анкети якості життя пацієнтів з орбітопатією Грейвса середнє значення за шкалою візуального функціонування становить 67,5 бала з максимальною похибкою ± 17,5 бала, за шкалою зовнішнього вигляду — 47,0 ± 15,05 бала, а сумарно за двома вищезазначеними шкалами — 57,25 ± 12,17 бала. За госпітальною шкалою тривоги та депресії клінічно виражений рівень тривоги був у 40 % випадків, а рівень депресії — у 20 % випадків, у межах нормального було відмічено рівень тривоги в 30 %, рівень депресії — у 25 % випадків. В активній фазі ЕО частіше зустрічається клінічно виражений рівень тривоги (87,9 % ) та рідше — депресії (25 %). Висновки. Дослідження показало зниження якості життя пацієнтів з ЕО як за шкалою візуального функціонування, так і за шкалою зовнішнього вигляду, сумарно за двома вищезазначеними шкалами — 57,25 ± 12,17 бала. Клінічно виражений рівень тривоги був в 40 %, а рівень депресії — у 20 % випадків, що свідчить про наявність потреби у пацієнтів з ЕО в комплексному лікуванні в ендокринолога для нормалізації гормонального фону, консультації психіатра та психолога.
Прогностична роль мікроРНК та TGF-β2 при синдромі сухого ока після ексимерлазерної корекції міопії
Authors: Zyablitsev S.V. , Zhovtoshtan M.Yu.
Published: November 2023

Актуальність. Частим ускладненням ексимерлазерної корекції (ЕЛК) міопії є синдром сухого ока (ССО), якій виявляється у 60 % пацієнтів у перший місяць після операції з поступовим регресом симптоматики протягом наступних 6 місяців до 20 %. Мета: дослідити прогностичну роль мікроРНК та TGF-β2 при синдромі сухого ока після ексимерлазерної корекції міопії. Матеріали та методи. У дослідження включено дані 68 пацієнтів (136 очей) з діагнозом «міопія» віком від 20 до 44 років, яких було розподілено за наявністю ССО через 6 місяців після ЕЛК за методами LASIK або FemtoLASIK. Як контрольну групу було залучено 15 осіб (30 очей) без захворювань зору. Відносну експресію miR-146a-5p і miR450b-5p до U6 у сльозі визначали методом полімеразної ланцюгової реакції (Thermo Fisher Scientific; США), вміст транс­формуючого фактора росту β2 (TGF-β2) у сльозі — методом імуноферментного аналізу (eBioscience, Австрія). Для статистичного аналізу використано пакет програм SPSS 61 11.0, MedStat і MedCalc v.15.1 (MedCalc Software bvba). Результати. Експресія miR-146a-5p у сльозі пацієнтів до ЕЛК міопії за наявності ССО через 6 місяців після ЕЛК була суттєво (у 3,6 раза; p < 0,001) зменшена порівняно з контролем та пацієнтами, у яких ССО не було. Експресія miR-450b-5p була збільшеною за наявності ССО у 2,5 раза порівняно з контролем та у 2,0 раза порівняно з пацієнтами без ССО (p < 0,001). Уміст TGF-β2 був значуще нижчим за наявності ССО (у 1,6 раза; p < 0,001) порівняно з пацієнтами без ССО. Визначальне значення рівня експресії мікроРНК для виникнення ССО було доведено у ROC-аналізі, критичний поріг виникнення ССО щодо відносної експресії miR-146a-5p становив ≤ 0,85, експресії miR-450b-5 — > 1,95 (p < 0,001). Висновки. Різноспрямовані зміни експресії miR-146а-5p (пригнічення) і miR-450b-5p (збільшення) при зниженні вмісту TGF-β2 у сльозі пацієнтів, що мали ССО після ЕЛК міопії, обґрунтовували можливість використання цих показників для прогнозу виникнення ССО.
Дослідження показників внутрішньоочного тиску у пацієнтів з еметропічною та міопічною рефракцією при різних видах тонометрії
Authors: Pinchuk Іe.A.
Published: November 2023

В офтальмологічній літературі останнього десятиліття активно обговорюється роль офтальмобіометричних показників у формуванні офтальмотонуса. Взаємозв’язок порушень біомеханіки ока з розвитком деяких офтальмологічних захворювань стосується проміжної галузі знань і дотепер залишаться маловивченим. Проведені дослідження з порівняння рикошетної тонометрії з використанням тонометра іСare ІС200, апланаційної тонометрії з використанням тонометра Гольдмана, тонометра Маклакова та пневмотонометрії. Обстежено 372 ока (184 правих та 188 лівих) 194 пацієнтів. Встановлено, що рикошетна тонометрія безпечна і добре переноситься пацієнтами. Рикошетна тонометрія є надійною альтернативою апланаційній тонометрії Гольдмана на очах з еметропічною та міопічною рефракцією слабкого та середнього ступеня, більш ефективною у вимірюванні внутрішньоочного тиску порівняно з тонометрією Маклакова і пневмотонометрією. Однак у пацієнтів з міопією високого ступеня вимірювання, отримані з використанням рикошетної тонометрії, погано корелюють з апланаційною тонометрією Гольдмана.
Teacher Autonomy and Preferences in Professional Development: A Comprehensive Survey of Florida Educators
Authors: Unal Zafer , Unal Aslihan
Published: November 2023

Most educators around the world are required to participate in professional development activities in order to renew certification or licensure and ensure employees are up to standard. This study examined the professional development needs of 1,167 in-service teachers in Florida, United States, through a comprehensive survey. Findings revealed discrepancies between the current decision-making process for teachers’ professional development and their preferences. Teachers expressed a strong preference for autonomy in identifying their professional development needs, as well as a desire for more diverse formats, such as teacher observations and conference attendance. Additionally, the study found that teachers highly value professional development activities during designated days set aside by the school system and express interest in incorporating college or university settings into their experiences. The survey results also highlighted teachers’ preferences for effective professional development experiences, encompassing four key components: addressing what teachers need to know, demonstrating how to do it, suggesting best practices on implementation, and leaving time for specific questions. Furthermore, teachers demonstrated a clear understanding of their professional development needs, covering a range of topics such as effective teaching practices, classroom management, and integrating technology. Based on these findings, the study proposes a centralized professional development system, allowing teachers to input their needs and search for approved opportunities, ultimately enhancing the quality and effectiveness of professional development programs.
Efficacy, Reliability, and Accuracy of Inventory System and Point-of-Sale Service for Small-Medium Enterprises in Tabuk City
Authors: P. Mariani Mathew Jun , U. Wacas Ronald
Published: November 2023

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to determine the level of satisfaction among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Tabuk City regarding the efficacy, reliability, and accuracy of the use of an inventory system and a point of sale (POS) in order to develop standardized and high-quality software. Methods/Statistical analysis: Weighted Mean, T-Test, and F-test Statistical analysis tools were utilized to assess the efficacy, reliability, and accuracy of the Inventory System and Point of Sale Service for SMEs in Tabuk City. Furthermore, the researchers used a questionnaire to gather data. Findings: Respondents in this survey were satisfied, as evidenced by the system's efficacy having a general weighted mean of 3.0 reliability weighted mean of 3.05 and accuracy at 3.21 points out by this study's findings. Furthermore, a significant difference in the Efficacy, Reliability, and Accuracy of Inventory System and POS revealed that when grouped according to position, enterprise classification, and years in business. While on the contrary, there is no significant difference in the efficacy, reliability, and accuracy of inventory system and POS when grouped according to position, enterprise classification, and years in business. Novelty: It will assist small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) improve business process procedures without incurring significant capital expenditures to purchase such a system. The evaluation of the system will help the researchers determined how to improve the system and address future needs.
Bullying Incidents in the Selected Elementary Schools of Tabuk City
Authors: M. Ignacio Mary Grace , M. Daguasi Irene
Published: November 2023

This study focused on identifying the present situation of the selected elementary schools in terms of the issue on bullying. Frequency and actions taken to address bullying incidents was gathered using questionnaire and informal interview. The study revealed Bulanao Central School to have the highest number of bullying incidents for school year 2012-2013 and 2013-2014. Tabuk Institute has the least recorded bullying incidents. It is also noteworthy that the highest is a public school and the lowest is a private school. Bullying incidents in almost all school were recorded to be from Grade 4 students. The most common actions taken to address bullying incidents is “teacher and pupil conference” and “home visitation”.
Swear Words among the Pre-service Teachers of Kalinga State University
Authors: V. Mangad Jinky , B. Lumines Brenda , A. Paguel Gila Mica
Published: November 2023

Swear words have become a regular part of everyday life. This qualitative descriptive study focused on exploring the use of swear words among the pre-service teachers of Kalinga State University for the school year 2021-2022. The study used a semi-structured interview administered through google form then probing through calls and in-person interview was also done in gathering and validating responses. Results showed that swear words used by the respondents range from body function types, imbecilic terms, sex, excretion, mother-in-law, death, and animal terms. It was also found that the respondents’ swear word use is influenced by the environment and social media. Respondents also claimed that expressing oneself through cuss words reflects one’s ethnic identity and culture; hence should be avoided, especially since the respondents are pre-service teachers. Swear words are considered as paniyaw which means it is against the will of the Supreme Being. The pre-service teachers manifest their strong belief and practice of the paniyaw, one of Kalinga’s core values. This leads them to live a life founded on moral values, serving as their guide to avoid uttering swear words. The researchers recommend that the Kalinga core values of paniyaw, ngilin and bain should be continuously reinforced within the youth, and further studies in exploring cuss words and their effects in culture and ethnic identity within other age groups in Cordillera should be undertaken.
Agroforestry Practices in Kinama, Rizal, Kalinga: A documentation and basis for intervention plan
Authors: A. Ubeña Marsky
Published: November 2023

This study was conducted to document the Agroforestry Practices in Kinama, Rizal, Kalinga.A documentation and basis for intervention plan from September05 to September 30, 2022. There were 102 respondents of the study. The descriptive statistics was used. Frequency counts, percent, means, ranks and correlation analysis were used in the analysis and interpretation of data. Results of the study showed that most of the respondents are males and married. Many of the respondents belong to age bracket 41 to 50 years and attained elementary level. All the respondents are owner-operators and less than half have six to eight years’ experience in Agroforestry farming: cultivating an area of 1 to 5 hectares Many of the respondents earned Php 9,000 and above after adopting Agroforestry. Almost all of the respondents practiced multi-storey with tree components of yemane, mahogany, mango, citrus, rambutan, lanzones and coffee. The integrated agricultural crops are pigeon pea, banana, corn and eggplant. The respondents are moderately benefitted in terms of economic and environmental benefits and also fairly benefitted in cultural benefits. Results showed that the degree of seriousness of the overall problems encountered were fairly serious with a mean of 2.26. However, poor location was rated as the highest and the non-ownership of land and unstable tenure status was claimed not serious with the lowest rating. The correlation analysis was found to have no significant relationship of income derived from agroforestry farming to educational attainment and years of farming of the farmer-respondents.
Language Anxiety among the Online Learners: A Sample from the Kalinga State University Laboratory High School
Authors: Valdez-Mangad Jinky
Published: November 2023

Identifying and addressing factors that can hinder learners from achieving ultimate language acquisition access is vital for educators, especially during this online platform. This study utilized the mixed methods design to examine the levels of language anxiety among the online learners and to solicit their thoughts on online learning platform. It focused on the experiences of the Junior High of Kalinga State University Laboratory High School who experienced online learning rather than modular learning. The 33-item Foreign Language Anxiety Scale (FLCAS) adapted from Park (2014) was utilized as a questionnaire administered online through a google form. Results revealed that the most prevalent language anxiety experienced by the respondents is fear of negative evaluation. Both males and females have a very high level of language anxiety. Moreover, it was found out that there is a significant relationship between sex, year level and the language anxiety among the respondents. The students also shared that they become independent learners because of online learning. They also highlighted that teachers' feedback in their outputs can guide and help them to be on the right track. These suggest a need to improve the learning environment and the pedagogical approaches being employed by teachers in the online context.
Money Management and Difficulties among Laboratory High School Students
Authors: L. Labbutan Angeline , G. Carbonel Loneza
Published: November 2023

This study assessed the level of personal financial literacy of Kalinga State University Laboratory High School students and aimed to determine student's finance opinions, decisions, practices, and financial challenges. Researchers used statistical tools like frequency count and simple mean to analyze the obtained data through a structured questionnaire distributed to 298 respondents. The study revealed a need for students to improve their finance knowledge for the better. Areas that need improvement include knowledge on the inflation rate, the distinction between depository accounts, saving and borrowing options that give the lowest and highest interest rates. More than most students do not have savings accounts, and less than half of them maintain very detailed financial records. Almost the majority of the students experience running out of money before the next allowance arrives. As a result, they borrow from relatives, friends, and acquaintances and borrow cash even with interest. The findings support the need for personal financial literacy education, significantly extending help on areas where students are less knowledgeable. The recommendation includes the development of Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) material distributed to improve students' financial literacy and strengthen more good economic behavior. Also, the Student Affairs and Placement Services office of the University should link with institutions that offers part-time jobs. Likewise, it should provide student organizations financial assistance to implement income-generating projects, thereby running out of money before the next allowance arrives would be addressed. Lastly, a laboratory cooperative with BIBAK Multi-Purpose Cooperative as the mother cooperative needs to be organized to solve students' problems on saving and borrowing money.
Learning Needs Assessment in Purposive Communication among the English Freshmen of Kalinga State University, Philippines
Authors: F. Malao Dr. Sheila , B. Lumines Brenda , B. Martinez Brent
Published: November 2023

The study assessed the learning needs in Purposive Communication of the English freshmen of the Kalinga State University. It specifically looked into the (a) importance of the English language to their course; (b) macro skills needed by the students; (c) expectations of the students from their English course; (d) perceived difficulties of students along the five macro skills; (e) situations in which students learn best, (f) factors contributory to language learning of the students; (g) rhetorical patterns that are found useful by the students; and (h) self-assessment of students on their proficiency in the English language. Descriptive research method was used in this study. A survey questionnaire was used in order to assess the learning needs of the college freshman students. The learning needs are presented making use of ranking.The problem on learning needs assessment are categorized and presented in table forms. Categories are based on the six macro skills of the learners. It was found out that students consider their reading very satisfactory, yet they expect to learn more how to read. They also want to improve speaking and reading more than other skills. According to students, they have difficulty mostly in unlocking meanings, organizing ideas, choosing the right words, pronouncing correctly, using appropriate language, and analyzing content.
Usability of Plastic Waste in Bituminous Pavement
Authors: Moghe Prof. A. B.
Published: November 2023

The waste materials are utilized as replacement of the non-renewable products that need mining as well as processing has become very common. Code with the release of IRC: SP: 98: 2013 Indian Road Congress (IRC) the formation of roads all over the country has been cleared by using plastic waste .Probable in application of plastic waste in flexible road construction are studied and various negative and positive aspects of road construction are focus in plastic waste using this paper. Various reviewed studies relating plastic road technology reveal growing in resistance to deformation, grow up toughness, durability, improved fatigue life, stability, strength, waterinduced damages and saving of bitumen and gainful plastic waste utilized .
Pembacaan Rotibul Haddad sebagai Sarana Dakwah Nahdlatul Ulama di Desa Sedah, Ponorogo
Authors: Mubarokah Fauza Ni'amatul , Rifa'i Akhmad
Published: November 2023

Rotibul haddad is one of the da'wah activities in the form of practicing dhikr with various fadhilah in it. People tend to practice rotibul haddad in the congregation rather than practicing it privately. This study aims to explain why the people of Sedah Village, Ponorogo, prefer to perform the rotibul haddad remembrance in congregation in routine activities initiated by three banom of Nahdlatul Ulama. The research used a qualitative approach with descriptive data analysis from the results of interviews and observations. This study found that the implementation of routine rotibul haddad dhikr activities carried out together, are more favored by the people of Sedah Village, Ponorogo. Zikr rotibul haddad done alone feels difficult and boring, plus the daily routine, as well as the lack of rotibul haddad book references. The people of Sedah Village, Ponorogo, feel the positive impact of this routine activity and are more interested in practicing the zikr of rotibul haddad because of many fadhilah.
PONDOK DAMAI: A STUDY OF PELITA INTERFAITH ASSOCIATION MOVEMENT FOR INTERRELIGIOUS ENGAGEMENT IN INDONESIA
Authors: Syafira Anisa
Published: November 2023

Indonesia possesses various religions and faith affiliations, so there is no doubt that there are multiple causes that have conflict due to several factors such as economic, social, and political. To minimize the possibility of the emergence of intolerance and discrimination, 'Pelita,' an interfaith association, seeks to realize the values of interreligious harmony among religious people, one of which is located in Semarang. Pelita aimed for the nation's adolescents to return to knitting peace in its annual plan, 'Pondok Damai’. This paper analyzed how the adolescents' activities in Pondok Damai are strongly oriented toward maintaining interreligious engagement. Using qualitative methods through a sociological approach, this paper interviewed participants involved in Pondok Damai and relevant literature research. Moreover, this paper used an analysis belonging to J.B Banawiratma, ‘Seven Moments of Dialogue’. Using the theory of Seven Moments of Dialogue, the author will interpret several Pondok Damai activities and how it contributes to interreligious dialogue in Indonesia. These moments contain dialogue of life, social analysis and contextual ethical reflection, study of religious traditions, interfaith dialogue in sharing faith and interfaith theology, dialogue of action and intra-religious dialogue. This research concluded that Pondok Damai became a forum for interfaith encounters with youngsters from different affiliations. Through their participation in a series of Pondok Damai activities, youngsters have established a true peace by interreligious engagement among them.
ISLAM DAN TANTANGAN KEMISKINAN DI INDONESIA: TELAAH PEMIKIRAN ALI ASGHAR ENGINEER
Authors: Thohari Ahmad Miftahudin
Published: November 2023

Poverty is still a problem that needs to be solved in Indonesia. As a country with abundant natural resources, Indonesia should be able to become one of the most developed countries in the world. However, poverty is still a problem that is difficult to solve. The system of global capitalism in the industrialized world is a scourge in itself for the perpetuation of economic inequality for the lower classes and the confinement of poverty. On the other hand, as a country where the majority of the population is Muslim, Islamic values that uphold human dignity have not been seen as a value system that can be implemented as a policy to help the Indonesian government alleviate the problem of poverty. Through descriptive library research, this article provides a description of how Islam must be interpreted in order to provide answers to the problem of poverty that occurs in Indonesia by examining Ali Asghar Engineer's critical thinking related to Islam and the challenge of poverty.
Pendampingan Bimbingan Pranikah dengan Aspek Psikologis dan Agama di Lembaga KUA Kota Kediri dalam Mewujudkan Keluarga Maslahat
Authors: Mu’awanah  , Septiana Nila Zaimatus , Fakhria Sheila
Published: November 2023

Marriage is an attempt to unite two people in one family and aims to achieve a sakinah, mawaddah, wa rahmah household life. This goal is achieved if the two people who enter into a marriage have the insight, readiness, and skills needed. To prepare for this, pre-marital counseling is needed which is carried out by the Office of Religious Affairs (KUA). However, in fact, premarital counseling is not running optimally. This article aims to explain efforts to improve pre-marital counseling to minimize divorce cases in Kediri. The method used is a qualitative method with data collection techniques in the form of interviews. Meanwhile, efforts to improve pre-marital counseling are carried out using seminars, lectures, and focused group discussion (FGD) methods. The result of this dedication is increased awareness and insight to improve the quality and quantity of pre-marital counseling, both the KUA and the bride and groom. The hope, divorce cases can be suppressed.
Penguatan Motivasi Berqurban kepada Wali Murid di TKIT Ibunda Jatipuro
Authors: Nurjanah Rohmatun , Amin Juhdi , Husen Fathurrohman
Published: November 2023

Qurban is the slaughter of livestock to get closer to Allah Almighty on Eid al-Adha on the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah and the days of Tasyriq (11th, 12th, 13th of Dhul-Hijjah). The majority of Indonesia's population is Muslim. A Muslim needs to spend some money to buy sacrificial animals. The problems raised in this service activity were related to the implementation of socialization to strengthen sacrificial motivation to TKIT parents, Mrs. Jatipuro. This activity aims to provide motivation and to find out the parents' understanding of the Sharia and the law of sacrifice. The service method used is Participatory Action Research (PAR), by conducting socialization activities regarding the motivation for sacrifice to the parents of TKIT Ibu students. This activity is carried out through three stages, namely (1) the preparation stage, (2) the implementation stage, and (3) the evaluation stage. The purpose of this devotion is to invite parents to perform sacrifices. This activity is quite important to do because it is to provide an understanding of the fiqh of sacrifice to parents of students. The results of this activity show an increase in understanding of the material conveyed by the servant to the student's guardian. Suggestions for this activity hopefully can be carried out in the following years to provide an understanding of sacrifice to parents of students and so that parents want to make sacrifices at school.
Pla2g5 contributes to viral-induced lung inflammation through macrophage proliferation and LA/Ffar1 lung cell recruitment
Authors: Balestrieri Barbara , Koganesawa Masaya , Dwyer Daniel , Alhallak Kinan , Nagai Jun , Samuchiwal Sachin , Hiroaki Hayashi , Nishida Airi , Hirsch Thomas , Brennan Patrick J. , Puder Mark
Published: November 2023

Macrophages expressing group V phospholipase A
(Pla2g5) release the Free fatty acid (FFA) linoleic acid (LA),
potentiating lung type 2 inflammation. Although Pla2g5 and LA increase
in viral infections, their role remains obscure. We generated
Pla2g5 mice, deleted Pla2g5 by
using the Cx3Cr1 transgene, and activated
bone marrow-derived macrophages (BM-Macs) with Poly:IC, a synthetic
double-stranded RNA that triggers a viral-like immune response,
Poly:IC+LA, and known Pla2g5-dependent stimuli (IL-4, LPS+IFNg and
IL-33+IL-4+GM-CSF) followed by lipidomic and transcriptomic analysis. In
absence of Pla2g5, PolyI: IC-activated BM-Macs had a reduction of
major bioactive lipids and critical enzymes producing those bioactive
lipids. Additionally, AKT phosphorylation was reduced in Poly:IC
stimulated BM-Macs lacking Pla2g5, which was not restored by
adding LA to Poly:IC. Furthermore,
Pla2g5;
Cx3cr1 mice had diminished Poly:IC-induced
lung inflammation, including inflammatory macrophage proliferation;
adding LA to Poly:IC partially restored lung inflammation. Additionally,
mice lacking FFA receptor-1, ( Ffar1)-null mice had reduced Poly:
IC-induced lung cell recruitment, not corrected by LA. Thus, Pla2g5
contributes to Poly: IC-induced lung inflammation by regulating
inflammatory macrophage proliferation and LA/Ffar1 lung cell
recruitment.