bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Le rôle des technologies de l’information et de la communication dans la transformation du gouvernement et de la confiance des citoyens
Authors: Mahmood Mohamed , Weerakkody Vishanth , Chen Weifeng
Published: March 2022

Nous présentons un modèle conceptuel testé empiriquement, basé sur la théorie de la voix de sortie (« exit-voice theory »), pour étudier l’influence de la transformation du gouvernement par les technologies de l’information et de la communication sur la confiance des citoyens dans le gouvernement. Nous conceptualisons et abordons les principaux facteurs qui touchent à l’influence de la transformation du gouvernement sur la confiance des citoyens, comme les performances et la transparence du gouvernement. Sur la base de 313 réponses à une enquête menée auprès des citoyens de Bahreïn, le pays le mieux classé dans la région du Conseil de coopération du Golfe en matière d’adoption des technologies de l’information et de la communication, nous testons la performance et la transparence du gouvernement en tant que médiateurs entre la transformation du gouvernement et la confiance des citoyens. Les résultats préliminaires sur la mesure et la manifestation de la confiance des citoyens dans le contexte de la transformation du gouvernement par les technologies de l’information et de la communication ont de multiples implications politiques et nous permettent de mieux comprendre comment la transformation du gouvernement par les technologies de l’information et de la communication peut améliorer la relation entre le gouvernement et les citoyens et l’adoption de services numériques. Remarques à l’intention des praticiens Afin de modifier fondamentalement les fonctions essentielles du gouvernement, la transformation du gouvernement par les technologies de l’information et de la communication doit aller au-delà de la simple numérisation et de la mise en place de processus sur le web. La transformation du gouvernement au moyen des technologies de l’information et de la communication peut permettre de remédier à la perte de confiance des citoyens dans le gouvernement en améliorant la transparence et la performance. On peut attribuer le succès de la transformation du gouvernement par les technologies de l’information et de la communication à Bahreïn à la petite taille du pays et à sa composition démographique, à la maturité relative des initiatives de numérisation du gouvernement et à l’engagement total du gouvernement en faveur de la transformation du gouvernement par les technologies de l’information et de la communication.
Ouverture administrative et diversité des communes suisses : quel impact de l’autonomie locale sur les pratiques de transparence ?
Authors: Keuffer Nicolas , Mabillard Vincent
Published: March 2022

La demande croissante de transparence a récemment favorisé une ouverture plus grande des administrations publiques. Considérée comme un outil incontournable de bonne gouvernance, la transparence permet de renforcer la légitimité perçue des autorités. Dans le même temps, l’autonomie locale a été toujours plus valorisée au cours des dernières décennies et recommandée par de nombreuses institutions internationales. Cet article associe ces deux concepts et cherche à mettre en évidence la relation de causalité qui les lie. En raison de sa diversité, la Suisse constitue un terrain enrichissant pour évaluer l’impact de l’autonomie locale sur les pratiques de diffusion de l’information à travers une perspective comparative. Pour ce faire, cet article repose sur une approche mixte, basée sur la création d’un indice de transparence pour deux cantons suisses et sur des entretiens menés avec des élus de 16 communes. Les résultats montrent d’une part que les pratiques de transparence divergent fortement entre les communes suisses, et d’autre part que l’autonomie a un impact sur le niveau de transparence à l’échelle locale. Ils encouragent à poursuivre les réflexions liées aux pratiques des gouvernements locaux et aux méthodes permettant de mesurer leur implication sur la relation entre autorités et citoyens. Remarques à l’intention des praticiens Dans cet article, le développement d’un indice de transparence renseigne sur les pratiques très diverses de diffusion d’informations en ligne des communes suisses. Il permet d’identifier que l’autonomie communale a un impact positif sur le niveau de transparence à l’échelle locale. Les entretiens menés montrent aussi que la proximité avec les citoyens permet de contourner le manque de moyens des plus petites communes par le biais de canaux d’information plus directs. Ces résultats encouragent une communication proactive des élus communaux.
Les atteintes à la productivité des femmes en science. Le cas d’un laboratoire d’écologie québécois
Authors: Clément Xavier
Published: March 2022

Cet article s’appuie sur une enquête de plusieurs années dans un laboratoire québécois d’écologie animale. Il s’intéresse au vécu des étudiantes, essentiellement avant leur accès au postdoctorat, et aux freins à leur entrée dans une carrière scientifique académique. On traite, d’une part, de l’inégale division/valorisation du travail et des mécanismes de blocage/dépossession du travail des étudiantes au sein du laboratoire. D’autre part, de l’élection au sein du département de certains étudiants comme futurs « Grands chercheurs » en miroir de la dévaluation des étudiantes, en relation étroite avec la constitution de réseaux de cooptation préférentielle entre hommes. Enfin dans une troisième partie, des mécanismes d’invisibilisation de cette inégalité de traitement entre les sexes. Dans un milieu officiellement égalitaire, mais dans les faits très inégalitaire, la marginalisation des femmes est produite collectivement de façon discrète, diffuse et ambivalente, d’où l’importance des approches ethnographiques qui restent rares.
Solving a class of high-order fractional stochastic heat equations with fractional noise
Authors: Zhang Xiaodong , Liu Junfeng
Published: March 2022

This paper is concerned with a class of high-order fractional stochastic partial differential equations driven by fractional noise. We firstly prove the existence and uniqueness of the mild solution and then study the Hölder continuity of the solution with respect to space and time variables. In addition, we also prove the existence and Gaussian-type estimates for the density of the solution by using the techniques of Malliavin calculus.
Best proximity point results for Prešić type nonself operators in $ b $-metric spaces
Authors: Batul Samina , Sagheer Dur-e-Shehwar , Aydi Hassen , Mukheimer Aiman , Aiadi Suhad Subhi
Published: March 2022

The present work is about the existence of best proximity points for Prešić type nonself operators in $ b $-metric spaces. In order to elaborate the results an example is presented. Moreover, some interesting formulations of Prešić fixed point results are also established. In addition a result in double controlled metric type space is also formulated.
L’expérience du concept
Authors: Paltrinieri Luca
Published: March 2022

Ce livre ne s’intéresse – en aucune manière – à ce que Foucault a dit. Et son auteur n’essaie ni de déceler la vérité de l’œuvre, ni d’en reconstruire la systématicité secrète. Il aborde les ouvrages foucaldiens comme des objets fabriqués selon des règles, poursuivant des fins : il veut montrer ce que Foucault a fait de la philosophie, de l’histoire, de la science. En partant du fil conducteur du rapport non exclusif entre vie et concept, rapport que l’on retrouve chez Canguilhem, il s’agit ainsi de revenir aux sources de la pratique foucaldienne de pensée. Quelle forme d’expérience traduit la naissance, l’émergence et la propagation d’un nouveau concept ? Quel est le rapport entre des expériences historiques de pensée et leur conceptualisation par la science, la philosophie, la littérature ? Pourquoi, au cours de ces opérations discursives, avons-nous besoin de vérité ? En reconstruisant le geste de pensée foucaldien à travers l’exemple privilégié de l’histoire des statistiques, on tente moins de faire ouvre de commentaire que de dessiner les traits opératoires d’une machine de pensée qui pourrait nous être utile aujourd’hui, pour étudier le besoin de vérité lié aux pratiques contemporaines de gouvernement. Car la source de la fascination durable que l’ouvre foucaldienne continue d’exercer pourrait bien être précisément ceci : elle n’autorise aucune interprétation qui n’en soit pas une appropriation et une actualisation.
Gold Adsorption from Pregnant Thiocyanate Solution Using Activated Carbon
Authors: Oediyani Soesaptri , Triana Tiara , Viviyana Fitri , Mufakhir Fika Rofiek , Astuti Widi , Sumardi Slamet , Petrus Himawan Tri Bayu Murti
Published: March 2022

Gold adsorption from dissolution of gold ore concentrate at Tanggamus mine using activated carbon from thiocyanate leached solution was investigated in this research. As the pollution of the environment has been raising accordingly with the increasing of cyanidation, thiocyanate is becoming current alternative and less toxic reagent in terms of gold dissolution. However, the research was still limited. The development and implementation of thiocyanate in gold extraction is the core of this research. Solvent and oxidizer concentrations (KSCN and FeCl3) were used in this study with 0.3 M and 0.1 M of concentration, respectively. Adsorption process was carried out for 4 hours using 100 ml of filtrate with activated carbon addition. Adsorption of thiocyanate complex gold compounds was studied by varying the size of activated carbon, the concentration of activated carbon, and the rotary speed of bottle roll. At-10+20# of activated carbon size, the %-adsorption obtained was 93.65%. Meanwhile, 94.31% of gold adsorption was achieved with the concentration of activated carbon at 1500 mg/l and 93.37% of gold adsorption was reached with the rotary speed of 150 rpm. Pseudo second order was applied to calculate the kinetics of gold adsorption with the R2 value obtained was 0.9999.
Effect of Phase Transformation on Surface Roughening Behavior in Austenitic Thin Metal Foils
Authors: Aziz Abdul , Yang Ming , Shimizu Tetsuhide , Furushima Tsuyoshi
Published: March 2022

Stainless steels have wide application in the field of micro manufacturing industry. The size effect occur in thin metal foils because of low number of grain. Martensitic phase transformation (MPT) occur after plastic deformation subjected to stainless steel thin metal foils. Beside that, free surface roughening occur in thin metal foils after plastic deformation. The surface roughening mechanism in stainless steel thin metal foils after plastic deformation such as uniaxial tensile test not yet clarified well. MPT and grain misorientation (GMO) have huge effect to surface roughening behavior in stainless steel thin metal foils. The effect of GMO and MPT to surface roughening in SUS 316 and 304 thin metal foils were studied through uniaxial tensile stress state, repeated five times in 6% strain level for one time strain and 30% strain for the total of strain level. After that, an Scanning Electron Microcope-Electron Backscatter Diffraction (SEM-EBSD) analysis applied to 304 and 316 thin metal foils. The result showed that in stainless steel thin metal foil, surface roughening increase proportional both in fine gain (grain size 1,5 μm) and in coarse grain (grain size 9,0μm). The surface roughening in coarse grain, increased higher than in fine grain. The grain strength in SUS 304 is more inhomogeneous compared to SUS 316 that shown by SEM-EBSD results and as a result, increasing ratio of the surface roughness (Ra) is higher in fine grain and coarse grain of SUS 304 compared to SUS 316. The inhomogeneity of the grain strength in SUS 304 thin metal foil is higher than SUS 316 thin metal foil as shown by SEM-EBSD result. Furthermore, the increased surface roughness in stainless steel 304 is higher than stainless steel 316 thin metal foil both in fine grain and coarse grain. Key words : Surface roughening, Martensitic phase transformation (MPT), Grain Misorientation.
Analyze of Geometric Characteristic of Powder Reinforced Composite Material from Liquid Waste for Part of Motor Vehicle
Authors: Hendra Hendra , Virama Pudi , Hernadewita Hernadewita , Satria Dhimas , Hermiyetti Hermiyetti , Hardian Frengki
Published: March 2022

A composite material is a combination of two or more materials that have advantages such as light weight, higher strength, corrosion resistance and low installation cost [1]. Composite materials are commonly found in aircraft, automotive, manufacturing and other industries [2,4]. Composite materials based on the type of reinforcement consist of types of fibers, particles and structures [5-14]. In this study, the particle composite material is made from a reinforcing powder made from liquid waste and used for the manufacture of motor vehicle body products (wing or bottom components). Composite reinforcing materials from liquid waste are obtained through the process of drying palm liquid waste or rubber in powder form. The manufacturing process of two-wheeled motor vehicle body products uses a casting process by making molds and products using the hand-laying coating method. The alloying material used in this research is Yukalac 156 BQTN-EC resin and reinforcement from liquid palm oil or rubber waste powder. The variation of the alloy becomes a parameter to evaluate the quality of the casting product analyzed in the form of the geometric characteristics of the product i.e. the dimensions and surface roughness. Variations of composite material alloys use a ratio of 1:1 to 5:1. From the results of the study, it is found that the dimensions are close to the design value with the smallest deviation at a composition ratio of 3:1 which surface roughness values is 2,18 to 3,13 μm for mold dies and 6,45 to 8,02 μm for product.
Electrical Conductivity of SDBS-Assisted Polyaniline Doped with HCl
Authors: Kriswandono Yishar , Munaji Munaji , Triwikantoro Triwikantoro
Published: March 2022

In this study, polyaniline (PANI) was synthesized through oxidative polymerization assisted by sodium dodecylbenzene sulfonate (SDBS) in hydrochloric acid (HCl) concentration solution to investigate the effect of dopants in the electrical conductivity of polyaniline. The polyaniline obtained from the oxidative polymerization was confirmed with FTIR. The x-ray diffraction pattern showed that polyaniline is semi-crystalline. SDBS does not only act as a template for oxidative polymerization but also acts as a dopant. The dielectric constant, the dielectric loss, and the ac conductivity increase as polyaniline is doped with SDBS, HCl, or with both SDBS and HCl.
Lead Electrochemical Behavior as an Electrode in Sulphuric Acid Solution with Various Pb Ion Concentrations
Authors: Susetyo Ferry Budhi , Notonegoro Hamdan Akbar , Soegijono Bambang
Published: March 2022

Lead-acid batteries consist of Pb, PbO, and Sulfate acid as a negative electrode, positive electrode, and electrolyte respectively. Research on lead-acid batteries mostly focused on the modification of one or two of its electrodes or the electrolyte. In this research, we focused on the modification of the solution, so the electrochemical behavior of lead electrodes in sulfate acid-containing various Pb ion concentrations has been investigated. The lead (Pb) experience electrochemical oxidation in sulfate solution containing different prior Pb ions. After oxidation of the samples, they were characterized. The characterization was focused on the structure parameter of the Pb its self, surface morphology, and its electrochemical properties in a sulfate solution. It was found that the oxidation has a different open circuit pattern for different Pb ion concentrations. The structure of the Pb observed by X-ray diffraction shows different parameter structures. It also appears the specific anodic oxidation peak” at the anodic scan in linear sweep voltammetry. The patterns of the passive region in linear sweep voltammetry look different. It shows that the mechanism of oxidation is different among the samples. The surfaces morphology of the samples is different. The resulting oxidation products cover the surface partly or entirely when the ion Pb concentration increase. The samples show the potential oxidation shift to more cathodic from -612 mV to -102 mV due to different Pb ion concentrations in the solution. But the oxidation current shows the highest at one of the samples.
Improvement of the Corrosion Resistance and Potential for Metal Ion Release of Titanium Alloy Ti-6Al-4V ELI in Hanks Balanced Salt Solution (HBSS) after Thermomechanical
Authors: Anderson Sir , Al-Bayummy Tansri Ayub , Affi Jon , Yetri Yuli , Gunawarman Gunawarman
Published: March 2022

Ti-6Al-4V ELI is one of the titanium alloys commonly used as an implant material for its good biocompatibility. However, it has problems related to its corrosion behavior, especially when it is used for a long time. This study aimed to analyze the corrosion behavior of the implant material Ti-6Al-4V ELI in Hanks’ Balanced Salt Solution (HBSS) for a certain period, using the weight loss method in HBSS as the corrosive medium at 37°C. The immersion time was varied from two, four, until six weeks. Before immersion, the sample was thermomechanically treated with a combination of solution heat treatment at a temperature of 950°C and a holding time of 1 hour, water quenching, plastic deformation with deformation variations of 10%, 15%, and 20%, and, finally, aging heat treatment at a temperature of 550°C and holding time for 1.5 hours. The study results show that thermomechanical treatment and increased plastic deformation could reduce the corrosion rate and the metal ions released into the solution. These findings were evidenced by the corrosion rates of the pre-thermomechanical and the thermomechanical Ti-6Al-4V ELI with deformations of 10%, 15%, and 20% at the 6-week immersion of 6.57 x 10-6 mmpy, 4.27 x 10-6 mmpy, 3.89 x 10-6 mmpy, and 2.76 x 10-6 mmpy, respectively, and the metal ions released of 7.3 μg/L, 7 μg/L, 6.3 μg/L, and 6 μg/L, respectively. The corrosion rate of Ti-6Al-4V ELI under thermomechanical treatment, namely 2.76 x 10-6 mmpy, was the lowest compared to other materials in HBSS, while the highest one was that of Ti-6Al-7Nb of 3.05 x10-2 mmpy. In addition, the study results show that Ti-6Al-4V ELI under thermomechanical treatment is the best material compared to others for biomedical applications, based on corrosion resistance and metal ions released into HBSS.
Acetylation of Bacterial Cellulose from a Mixture of Palm Flour Liquid Waste and Coconut Water: The Effect of Acetylation Time on Yield and Identification of Cellulose Acetate
Authors: Witri Pabika Salsabila , Rahmayetty Rahmayetty , Toha Muhamad , Alamsyah Alamsyah , Kanani Nufus , Wardhono Endarto Yudho
Published: March 2022

Cellulose acetate is a promising thermoplastic polymer to be developed since it has some characteristics, among others are easy to be formed, non-toxic, high stability, and its raw materials are renewable. The most used source of cellulose acetate raw material is bacterial cellulose because bacterial cellulose has the higher purity and the process cost is lower rather than plant cellulose. Nowadays, the production of bacterial cellulose is highly developed using coconut water media. Nevertheless, coconut water costs expensive and the supply is rare. Materials that are being potential to be developed as raw materials of bacterial cellulose through fermentation process is palm flour liquid wasted since it contains high amounts of carbon and nitrogen. This study began with the synthesis of bacterial cellulose from palm flour oil liquid waste and coconut water using Acetobacter xylinum bacteria and then cellulose acetate is synthesized through an acetylation reaction. This study aims to determine the optimum acetylation time on its performance as a reinforcement filler to be applied as a packaging material. Based on the results of Scanning Electron Microscopy and Fourier Transform Infra-Red analysis on predetermined variables, it resulted particles in the form of bacterial cellulose and cellulose acetate with the highest yield of cellulose acetate at 3 hours of acetylation was 94.74%.
A novel technique to widen the 1st web space by using 'spare parts' of thumb polydactyly
Authors: Bharat S. S. , Makkar N. , Karmakar S. , Singh A. K.
Published: March 2022

First web space contracture causes significant morbidity and hence their release is important to make use of normal hand functions. First web space helps in improving the grasp. There are several methods of normalizing the 1st webspace. In this article we are describing a local flap that uses the spare tissue of the thumb polydactyly for recovering the defect created from the release of the first web contracture, thereby providing coverage with a tissue that has good vascularity and also giving sensation to the resurfaced part.
Uncommon pathology in a common surgical emergency: giant appendiceal mucocele with malignancy mimicking appendicitis
Authors: Jameel J. K. A. , Dhanda S. , Prakash B. , Reddy P. K.
Published: March 2022

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Peritoneal sandwich technique: a novel technique in the treatment of large ventral hernias
Authors: Arunan R. C. A. , Janaththan S. , Abayajeewa A. N. K.
Published: March 2022

No abstract available
Caecal epiploic appendagitis: a rare diagnosis in a young patient with red herring right iliac fossa pain
Authors: Koculen V. , Fleming M. , Rajasegaram E.
Published: March 2022

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Trap gun: an unusual firearm injury pattern and injury severity score
Authors: Afdhaal M. F. , Zumra M. U. F. , Ijaz I. , Madhubhashana M. M. N. S. , Pathirana M.
Published: March 2022

Trap gun injury causes a substantial socio-economic and health burden to Sri Lanka. The key objectives of the study are to identify the Trap gun injury pattern, injury severity score, common geographical locations, and to identify the health burden. This is a retrospective descriptive cross-sectional study conducted at surgical units of Teaching Hospital Anuradhapura [THA]. Patients presented with trap gun injury as surgical casualty admissions were selected for the study. Injury severity score [ISS] is used as an indicator for anatomical injury severity. A total of 53 persons who suffered from trap gun injury in the north-central province of Sri Lanka in the year 2020 were studied. Our analysis shows that more than 64.1% of those have serious or severe injuries [ISS > 3], while injury to the lower limb accounts for 88.7%. Triangular distribution of geographical area within the north-central province of Sri Lanka is identified as the most vulnerable region. The cost of care of these patients results in a significant health burn to the free health system.
Indagine sui cappellani ospedalieri
Authors: Fasanella Giuseppe , Sgreccia Elio
Published: March 2022

Il contributo costituisce il rapporto finale di una ricerca sui cappellani ospedalieri condotta in Italia nel 1990 per iniziativa della Consulta Nazionale per la Pastorale della Sanità della Conferenza Episcopale Italiana. Dopo la descrizione dei risultati (corredati con numerose tabelle esplicative), gli autori, nelle considerazioni conclusive, discutono della validità dell'inchiesta; presentano inoltre la tipologia dei cappellani e il modello di pastorale che scaturisce dall'analisi dei questionari utilizzati.
La cartella clinica: strumento di lavoro e di studio, mezzo di prova
Authors: Candia Luigi , Cambieri Andrea
Published: March 2022

La cartella clinica costituisce uno strumento abituale di lavoro per il medico ospedaliero, strumento tuttavia non adeguatamente conosciuto sotto il profilo dottrinario ed applicativo. Essa viene pertanto esaminata nel presente lavoro dal punto di vista della corretta raccolta delle informazioni cliniche, del significato scientifico-didattico e delle implicazioni di carattere medico-legale, tentando di sintetizzare gli elementi più salienti che una sua corretta "gestione" pone al medico ed all'istituzione ospedaliera.
Population Analysis and Genetic Structure of Two Kazakh Cattle Breeds Using 150K SNP
Authors: Beishova Indira , Dossybayev Kairat , Shamshidin Alzhan , Belaya Alena , Bissembayev Anuarbek , Khamzin Kadyrzhan , Kovalchuk Alexandr , Nametov Askar
Published: March 2022

Kazakh white-headed and Auliekol breeds are mostly spread through Kazakhstan and are animals with dual purpose productivity directions including meat and milk. Kazakh native cattle breeds are still largely unexplored based on the genetic markers and are of great interest in the country. In this study, we for the first time applied high-density SNP genotyping for two indigenous cattle breeds to study genetic diversity, population structure and relationships with the different foreign breeds. Using of GGP Bovine 150K SNP array the principal component analysis (PCA), populations estimates of the genetic structure (ADMIXTURE), genetic diversity and distances (Fst), and phylogenetic tree showed that the Kazakh white-headed and Auliekol breeds have certain separate genetic structure that differ from European and Russian cattle breeds The two of these Kazakh cattle breeds have their genetic background according to observed results as distinct breeds. The obtained results will be aided in the development breeding system and conservation programs of the Kazakh white-headed and Auliekol breeds of beef cattle in the Kazakhstan.
Biocontrol Activity, Mode of Action, and Colonization of Aureobasidium pullulans Dmg 30 DEP on Controlling Early Blight Disease on Tomato Plant
Authors: Setiawan Wawan , Wiyono Suryo , Napitupulu Toga Pangihotan , Kanti Atit , Idris Idris , Masrukhin Masrukhin , Tondok Efi Toding , Sumerta I Nyoman , Sudiana I Made
Published: March 2022

We investigated the biocontrol activity of A. pullulans Dmg 30 DEP against Alternaria solani causal agent of early blight. Biocontrol activity was tested by the in vivo and ad planta. Biocontrol activity were tested by investigating the antibiosis capabilities with dual culture method, paper dish assay, two-compartment petri dish assay, and trapping and identification of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) with GC-MS. Lysis activity was examined by observing the clear zone formed by growing yeast on chitin agar and skim milk agar. The ability of hyperparasitism was assessed by the agar block method, and observed by light microscopy and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The results showed that A. pullulans Dmg 30 DEP plays a role in the suppression of early blight disease at 106 cells/ml and 107 cells/ml yeast cell density. The mechanism involved in biocontrol activity is the production of VOCs, the production of chitinase and protease enzymes, the production of siderophore and hyperparasitism. The result shows that A. pullulans Dmg 30 DEP was colonizing the tomato leaves following the areole.
Cross-Species Amplification and Variability of Microsatellite DNA Markers in Domesticated Indonesian Mahseer; A Case Study with Tor soro, Tor douronensis and their Interspecific Hybrids
Authors: Imron Imron , Asrori Agung , Umam Khotibul , Arifin Otong Zenal , Astuti Dessy Nurul
Published: March 2022

Indonesian mahseer (Tor spp.) are freshwater species of high economic, cultural, and conservatory values. Owing to their high values and environmental degradation, the population of Tor fish gradually decreased, and domestication efforts have been made to conserve the population. This study was aimed to assess the cross-species amplification and microsatellite genetic diversity in Indonesian mahseer Tor soro (SS), Tor douronensis (DD), and their interspecific hybrids using primers developed for Tor putitora. Eleven primer sets were used to test for amplifiability and screen genetic diversity in 40 progenies derived from those three groups. Results showed that seven primer sets (64%) successfully amplified loci. Genetic screening using the three most consistently amplifying primers showed that the number of alleles in the three populations was low, ranging from 2 to 5 alleles. The observed heterozygosity (HO) was high ranging from 0.650 to 0.789, and the fixation index (FIS) was negative, indicating heterozygosity excess. In line with other parameters, the P-values of the HW parameter of several loci-population combinations were significantly departed from equilibrium (P <0.05). A few private alleles were observed in parental line DD and the hybrids. Overall, the cross-species primers developed from T. putitora were able to amplify loci in T. soro, T. douronensis and their hybrids and genetic diversity in the hybrid population was slightly higher than those in parental lines. Possible factors driving the phenomena and practical implications of these findings on the conservation measures are discussed.
Stress partitioning and effective behavior of N-phase laminates in anisotropic elasticity from a fast explicit method
Authors: Richeton Thiebaud
Published: March 2022

In this work, a fast explicit method, easy to implement numerically, is proposed in order to compute the effective behavior and the distribution of stresses in a general N-phase laminate made of parallel, planar and perfectly bonded interfaces. The solutions are exact for a homogeneous far-field loading and work for an arbitrary number of phases, a general linear anisotropic elasticity, as well as different uniform thermal and plastic strains in the phases. A simple direct analytical formula is also derived to compute the stress in a given phase once the effective behavior of the laminate is known. Moreover, the correctness of the proposed method is checked by comparisons with finite element simulation results on a same boundary value problem, showing excellent agreements. An application of the method is performed for a near-β titanium alloy with elongated grains, by comparing the level of internal stresses for different elastic loadings within a N-phase laminate made of 100,000 orientations and a 2-phase laminate of equal volume fraction with maximal elastic contrast. Interestingly, the maximum von Mises stress of the 2-phase laminate is always the lowest, which is explained by a volume fraction effect. Finally, comparisons with elastic self-consistent models considering oblate spheroidal grains of different aspect ratios are performed.
Use of SGLT-2 Inhibitor in Decompensated Heart Failure Presenting with Bilateral Resistant Pleural Effusion
Authors: KAYA Esra , AKPINAR Ümmügülsüm , TAŞKIRAN TATAR Banu , KOCA Nizameddin
Published: March 2022

Chronic diseases concomitantly decrease quality of life and lifespan expectancy. Novel medications, including Sodium-glucose-co-transporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT-2i), affect both diabetes, heart failure, and diabetic kidney disease. These multisystemic effects give patients with mono systemic and multisystemic diseases new treatment options. Recent studies have shown that SGLT2i may benefit heart failure patients without diabetes.

In this case report, we presented a 65-years old patient who was admitted to the emergency room with shortness of breath. Bilateral pleural effusion was observed in the chest X-ray. After etiological studies, empagliflozin was initiated for pleural effusion, which is thought to be related to heart failure. The patient’s symptoms declined on the fourth day of the treatment, and the control lung X-ray revealed that the effusions declined.
Inter Rater Reliability Test of Digitalized Telescoping Goniometer to Measure Active Range of Motion of Selected Large Joints Among Healthy Individuals
Authors: Aguilar Nadine , Alamillo Neil , Ambag John , Ambrocio Raiviel , Buenagua Jessa , Caguiat Pamela , Petil Er. D. , Mutia Kenneth Charles
Published: March 2022

Aim: This study aimed to create an alternative tool for joint measurements with higher level of confidence and minimal error.
Methods: This was a quantitative exploratory research study that determines the inter-rater reliability of the Digitalized telescoping Goniometer (DTG). 25 healthy individuals were selected using Slovin’s Formula. SPSS version 24 was used in analyzing the reliability and validity. The inter- rater reliability is described by Intra class coefficient (ICC) and Limits of Agreement (LOA). The references for the interpretation of the ICC in the present study were poor reliability < 0.5, moderate reliability 0.5-0.75 good reliability 0.75-0.90, and excellent reliability for > 0.90. The Bland-Altman plots was used to investigate systematic differences and assess 95% limits of agreement (LOA) visual indication of agreement. In LOA is calculated as LOA = mean difference + 1.96 (SD).
Results: The ICC result of the DGT had moderate to good reliability for shoulder, elbow and hip joint (0.8835, 0.7395, 0.66525) respectively, while poor reliability on the knee joint (0.48175). The SEM taken using DGT ranged from 1.40- 7.27. The result showed moderate reliability on shoulder (0.7055), elbow (0.5215) and knee joint (0.576) while the hip joint (0.4825) showed poor reliability. As for the LOA, DTG has a wider limit than universal goniometer for all ROM.
Conclusion and Implication: DGT showed as a reliable tool in measuring the ROM. DTG is a device can be use in goniometry.
Inter-Rater Reliability of Hand Gymnastics in Measuring Handgrip Strength among Selected Male and Female Individuals
Authors: Gregorio Angel Raymund Z. , Magpayo Jace Lisie D.L. , Salazar Princess B. , Villanueva Jerome Petil Er D. , Bondoc Elmer C.
Published: March 2022

Aim: This study aimed to identify the interrater reliability of Hand gymnastics (HG), a device for isometric strength testing of hand cylindrical, hook, and spherical grip.
Method: There were thirty participants included in the study. Three licensed Physical Therapists served as independent raters. T-Test was used to identify significant differences between HG and commercially available handheld dynamometer. Interclass Correlation Coefficients (ICC) were obtained to determine the reliability of the tool, and Cronbach’s Alpha Coefficients were obtained to determine internal consistency.
Result: There were no significant differences between measurements obtained using HG and the p value was 0.268 which is greater than the significance level of 0.05. Data showed good reliability with hook grip strength (ICC=0.79); excellent reliability for cylindrical grip strength (ICC- 0.92) and good reliability for spherical grip strength (ICC= 0.85) In terms of internal consistency, Hook grip strength Cronbach’s alpha= 0.77); cylindrical grip (Cronbach’s alpha=0.92), and spherical grip strength (Cronbach alpha= 0.85) showed high reliability with HG.
Conclusion and Implication: The HG was a reliable tool for measuring grip strength. HG tool can be used for a more comprehensive assessment of handgrip strength that is significant in performing activities of daily living.
Design, Development, and Implementation of the Pediatric Physical Therapy Senior Clinical Internship Telerehabilitation Program of De La Salle Medical and Health Sciences Institute: The Pandemic Impetus
Authors: Licuan Ma. Cecilia D.
Published: March 2022

Aim: Develop a benchmark model that can be used by tertiary-level health institutions in the implementation of the Pediatric Senior Clinical Internship Training Program using telerehabilitation.
Method: This is a descriptive documentary analysis-qualitative paper that focuses on explaining the design, development, and implementation processes used by De La Salle Medical and Health Sciences Institute – College of Rehabilitation Sciences Physical Therapy Department in its Pediatric Cluster Senior Clinical Internship Training Program covering the pandemic years spanning from the academic year 2020- 2021 to present.
Results: Determination of the Pediatric Telerehabilitation Model; declaration of developed training program outcomes and thrusts, and content; explanation of the process integral to the training program’s pedagogy in implementation; and the evaluation procedures conducted for the program.
Conclusion and Implications: The pandemic situation continues to affect the lives of many people, including children with disabilities and their families globally, especially in developing countries like the Philippines. The operations of health programs, industries, and economic sectors, as well as academic training institutions, are still challenged in terms of operations and delivery of services. The academic community of the Physical Therapy program is not spared by this circumstance. The restriction posted by the quarantine policies nearly terminated the onsite delivery of training programs for the senior internship level, which challenged the academic institutions to implement flexible learning programs to ensure the continuity of the instructional and learning processes with full consideration of safety and compliance to health protocols. This paper presents the big picture of how a tertiary-level health sciences institution in the Philippines embraced the senior clinical internship challenges through the operations of its telerehabilitation program.
Socio-Demographic Profile, Decision Space, and Management Capacity of Hospitals: A Causal Model on Work Environment
Authors: Nano Ar-an J.
Published: March 2022

Aim: To develop a Causal Model that fits the working environment and assess the correlation between the working environment and socio-demographic characteristics, the level of decision space, and management capacity among training hospitals in region 10.
Methods: This Causal-Comparative Research utilized a questionnaire from the decision space model, the Black Box Model of Public Management Capacity, and the Nursing Work Index answered by 185 randomly chosen hospital staff from two DOH hospitals in Northern Mindanao.
Results: Results showed a wide level of Decision Space (M = 3.90), a high level of Management Capacity (M = 4.01) and Working Environment (M = 3.85). The result also showed a moderate to significant solid relationship between Decision Space (r = .44), Management Capacity (r = .83), and Working Environment; a strong relationship between and working environment. There is no relationship between Socio-Demographic profiles. Among the variables Managing for Result (b = .307), Human Resource Management (b = .258), Capital Management (b = .162), and IT Management (b = .124) predict a positive Working Environment. Lastly, among the causal models tested, a model that explains that an indirect relationship of Human Resource Management (b = .258) and IT Management (b = .405) to Working Environment through Managing for Results and a direct correlation between Human Resource Management (b = .298), Capital Management (b = .185), Managing for Results (b = .325) and Working Environment, showed meets the predetermined criteria for best fit."
Conclusion and Implications: The study concludes that Managing for Results or the ability to integrate results in the planning and implementation, human resource management, and capital management are essential skills that would improve the working conditions of healthcare workers.
Mental Health Literacy among the Students and Employees of Mariano Marcos State University
Authors: Lampitoc Myra R. , Raval Marilou J. , Chua Francis Clarence C.
Published: March 2022

Aim: To determine the Mental Health Literacy (MHL) of Mariano Marcos State University employees and students as to their ability to recognize a speciﬁc mental disorder, knowledge on the susceptibility of mental disorders, knowledge of self-treatments, knowledge of professional help available, knowledge on seeking mental health information, attitudes that promote recognition, and appropriate health-seeking behavior.
Methods: This was a descriptive-comparative study which utilized Mental Health Literacy Scale tool adapted by Connor & Casey (2015) and Dias et al. (2018). The pilot tested survey questionnaire was administered to 490 students and 158 employees during the second semester of academic year 2020-2021. Descriptive statistics and T-test were used for analyses using p<0.05 as level of signiﬁcance.
Results: The results showed that the respondents’ MHL is suﬃcient as to all the variables. All variables comparing students’ and employees’ MHL were statistically not signiﬁcant except for their knowledge on how to seek mental health information. There was also no signiﬁcant statistical diﬀerence in all of the variables between teaching and non-teaching employees except for their ability to recognize a speciﬁc mental disorder. Majority of the respondents have enough knowledge and awareness to dispel most erroneous beliefs or stereotypes on individuals with mental health conditions, thus, they are more likely to approach those with mental health conditions appropriately and without stigma.
Conclusion and Implications: Most of the respondents perceive that they have suﬃcient MHL. This is because of the increasing reach of mental health advocacies and campaigns especially in MMSU as well as other possible contributing factors such as personal experience, curricular oﬀering, and specialization.
Musculoskeletal Symptoms and Associated Risk Factors in College Students Undertaking Online Learning
Authors: Manaeg Shannen , Dela Cruz Aaron Paul Gabriel , Dela Cruz Jose Angelo , Fabiante Ira Mae , Manguiat Janesia Kryssle , Santos Ronan Ezra , Fernandez-Tiongco Angelica
Published: March 2022

Aim: To determine the factors associated with musculoskeletal symptoms among college students pursuing online classes.
Method: A correlational research design was adopted in this investigation. The study employed purposive sampling. The survey had a total of 194 respondents. The Standardized Nordic Questionnaire (SNQ) was used to assess musculoskeletal symptoms, while a demographic questionnaire was used to collect information. Instruments were distributed via Google Forms. The data were examined using Fisher Exact Test and Point Biserial Correlation (p value = 0.05)
Results: A total of 194 college students volunteered and consented to participate. The statistical analysis demonstrated that the online class and sitting hours (p value = 0.006), gender (p value = 0.000), and location (0.044) all played a significant role with musculoskeletal symptoms among the respondents.
Conclusion and Implications: Gender, sitting hours and student resident were factors correlated with the presence of musculoskeletal symptoms. Proper body mechanics, energy conservation, and relaxation techniques should be integrated to online classes to alleviate musculoskeletal symptoms. Furthermore, to avoid health-related difficulties as a result of online classes, effective and efficient implementation of online classrooms should be explored.
Developing a Questionnaire Regarding the Perceptions and Practices of Filipino Physical Therapists in the Management of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome in the National Capital Region
Authors: Mojica Jose Emmanuel , Chavez Fe Therese M. , Cabalde Pia , Dela Cruz Patricia Mae , Guevarra Luc Joseph , Pacoma Allysa Paryss , Ramos John , Silungan Noelle Viel
Published: March 2022

Aim: To develop a questionnaire to know the perceptions and practices of Filipino physical therapists in the management of PFPS.
Methods: This study consists of 2 phases. Phase 1 involves questionnaire development regarding the perceptions and practices of Physical Therapists in the management of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, using the domains of the socio-ecological model. Review of existing literature and personal input from the researchers was used in developing the questionnaire. Phase 2 consists of content validation of the developed questionnaire using the Modified Delphi Technique with five expert panelists to validate each item and the questionnaire as a whole. A total of three rounds of validation were performed before a consensus was reached.
Results: After a thorough literature search, a questionnaire was developed which was entitled “Perceptions of Physical Therapists towards Patellofemoral Pain Questionnaire (PPTPFPQ)”. Content validity of the PPTPFPQ was established after three rounds of validation in which the PPTPFPQ showed a high individual and scale content validity index (I-CVI range: 0.8 to 1.0; S-CVI = 0.94). The final instrument is a 26-item questionnaire that consists of 3 domains and 26 categorical questions. The 3 domains are 1) Individual domain 2) Organizational domain 3) Public Policy Domain
Conclusion and Implications: The PPTPFPQ acquired an acceptable measurement of content validity and can be used in future studies to assess the perceptions and practices of PTs with regards to their management of patients with PFPS.
Validation of stress assessment instruments related to the COVID-19 pandemic in pregnant women
Authors: Silmi Mazhar Ardhina , Achmad Gusti Noorrizka Veronika , Puspitasari Hanni Prihhastuti
Published: March 2022

Background: The Pandemic Related Pregnancy Stress Scale (PREPS) is an instrument that assesses pandemic-related stress in pregnant women.    
Objective: This study aimed to validate the Indonesian version of the Pandemic Related Pregnancy Stress Scale (PREPS).
Methods: Validation procedures include forward and backward translation, pretest and cognitive interview, construct validity test, and instrument reliability test. Pregnant women involved in this study agreed to participate with informed consent.    
Results: The results of the construct validity test showed that each item of the PREPS questionnaire statement had an rcount > rtable (α=0.01; df=28), starting from the lowest 0.562 to the largest 0.847, with an rtable value (α=0.01; df = 28) equal to 0.3610.  The Cronbach's alpha value of 0.841 indicates good reliability of the scale.    
Conclusion: The Indonesian version of the PREPS is valid and has good reliability.
Evaluation of pharmacist-led structured counselling on glycemic control and clinical outcomes of Type 2 diabetes mellitus patients at a health centre in East Jakarta, Indonesia
Authors: Masdin Muhammad Rahmat , Sartika Ratu Ayu Dewi , Sauriasari Rani
Published: March 2022

Background: The researchers developed structured counselling for Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients, comprised of an introduction to T2DM and how to manage it and  its complications.     
Aim: This study aimed to evaluate structured counselling on its ability to improve glycemic control and the clinical outcomes of T2DM outpatients.     
Methods: A quasi-experimental study was conducted from August to December 2019 involving T2DM patients at health centers in East Jakarta, who met the criteria and had completed informed consent. The patients were divided into the intervention group (IG, n = 33), which received counselling and booklets, and the control group (CG, n = 32), which received booklets.     
Results: Counselling showed significant results in decreasing HbA1c levels and improving fasting blood glucose (FBG), total cholesterol (TC), and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-c) levels in the IG compared to the CG. Moreover, counselling in the IG reduced HbA1c 7.596 times more than in the CG.     
Conclusion: Pharmacist-led structured counselling significantly improves glycemic control and clinical outcomes in T2DM patients.
The impact of mobile application: "Friends of Heart" in knowledge and compliance of patients with coronary heart disease
Authors: Putra Riyan Pratama , Rochmawati Ike Dhiah , Prima Delta Ardy
Published: March 2022

Background: The quality of life of coronary heart disease (CHD) patients can be improved by increasing patient compliance with treatment and health literacy rates. Over the past decade, mobile health (mHealth) has improved treatment adherence and demonstrated strong potential to increase health literacy rates.

Objectives: Analyse the effect of “Friends of Heart” application on the compliance and knowledge of coronary heart disease patients.

Methods: A randomised controlled trial (RCT) was conducted. The test group (intervention group) used the Sahabat Jantung/ “Friends of Heart” application developed for the Android 4.1 operating system, while the control group did not. Compliance was measured for 30 days in outpatient settings; it included pill count and time deviations in taking medication. Knowledge was assessed using questionnaires. Results: Statistical results showed significant differences in knowledge and adherence between the intervention and the control group (p = 0.0001).

Conclusion: The use of the “Friends of Heart” application could improve compliance and knowledge of coronary heart disease patients.