bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Patient, Family, Caregiver, and Community Engagement in Research: A Sensibility Evaluation of a Novel Infographic and Planning Guide
Authors: Giannini Andrew Theodore , Leong Megan , Chan Kelvin , Ghaltaei Arman , Graham Eden , Robinson Craig , Skorska Malvina N. , Cross Andrea , Gabison Sharon
Published: October 2022

Background:

Engaging patients, families, caregivers, and the community (PFCCs) throughout the research cycle ensures that research is meaningful for the target population. Although tools have been developed to promote PFCC engagement, many are lengthy, complex, and lack recommended behaviours. This study evaluated the sensibility of an infographic and accompanying planning guide for facilitating engagement of PFCCs in research.

Methods:

Thirteen rehabilitation researchers reviewed the PFCC engagement tool and planning guide, participated in a semi-structured interview, and completed a 10-item sensibility questionnaire. Interviews were transcribed, imported into NVivo, and analyzed using direct content analysis. Median scores and proportions of responses for each of the 10 items in the questionnaire were calculated.

Results:

Median scores for all questionnaire items were ≥ 4 on a 7-point Likert Scale. Participants reported the tool was easy to navigate, contained relevant items to promote PFCC engagement, and followed a logical sequence. Suggested modifications of the tool related to formatting, design, and changing the title.

Conclusions:

The tool was deemed sensible for overt format, purpose and framework, face and content validity, and ease of usage and provides guidance to engage PFCCs across the research cycle. Further studies are recommended to assess the effectiveness of the tool to engage PFCCs in research.
Investigating Resilience and Performance of Emergent Financial Technology Startups Endorsed by Knowledge Management
Authors: Shuja Aleena , Yazdani Naveed , Shuja Aleema
Published: October 2022

The paper seeks to examine the effect of knowledge management on resilience and performance of emergent financial technology startups (Fintechs) in Lahore, Pakistan through the development of dynamic capabilities when confronted with environmental dynamism. Based on the tentative deductions derived from Dynamic Capability View (DCV)  of emergent financial sector ventures, this paper employs Partial Least Square for Structured  Equation Modeling to investigate these hypotheses. Sample of current cross-sectional study involves empirical analysis performed on primary data assembled from knowledge workers employed in emergent financial technology startups. Knowledge management practices also have a positive impact on the developing dynamic capabilities of the organization. Implementation of effective knowledge management practices results in reconfiguring and advancing the companies’ dynamic competencies under the conditions of dynamism and unexpected changes occurring in the external business environment.  Consequently, fin-techs succeed in accomplishing their goals of spirit, adaptive capacity i.e. increased resilience and escalated performance.
Liquidity Risk of Conventional Banking: A Case of Pre- and Post-Financial Crisis-2008
Authors: Khan Muhammad Kashif , Khan Muhammad Azizullah , Ramzan Muhammad , Ali Syed Saad
Published: October 2022

The global financial crisis had an enormous impact on financial institutions the world over, and Pakistan was never an exemption. Hence this paper investigates the post-financial crisis liquidity risk of conventional banks in Pakistan in consortium with the pre-financial crisis-2008. Methodologically, 15 of 20 conventional banks were selected as a sample, while paired sample t-test was instrumentalized to measuring the pre- and post-financial crisis liquidity risk amongst the sampled banks. As part of the research objectives, the paper equally looks at the chances of the bankruptcy of these institutions through the Altman's Z-Score tool. The paper shows that liquidity risk in the pre and the immediate year following the financial crisis was marginal and insignificant; however, the liquidity risk bar rises and becomes pronounced in the following year. Though the allied demise in Pakistan financial market felt the ruthlessness of this collapse is not comprehensive enough to demolish the financial stability of Pakistan. In addition, despite the sounding performance of Pakistan banking system in the pre and post-financial crisis, the Altman's Z-Score tool is indicative of bankruptcy creeping up amongst the sampled banks in the near future
An Empirical Analysis in Effect of Macroeconomic Factors on Inflation for Pakistan
Authors: Hussain Syed Irshad , Hussain Akhtar
Published: October 2022

The current study is an effort to empirically assess the effect of various macroeconomic factors on inflation in Pakistan by utilizing ordinary least squares (OLS) method and Granger non-causality test in the time-series framework from 1973-Q3 to 2017-Q2. The empirical results confirm that real GDP, money supply, imports, government expenditure, and lagged inflation have a positive and considerable influence on inflation while interest rate has an adverse impact on inflation. Additionally, the findings demonstrate bidirectional causality between money supply and inflation, while the unidirectional causal relationship is found from government expenditure and imports to inflation. These results signify that inflation does not depend solely on monetary growth in Pakistan; however, imports and fiscal policy are also contributory factors that have a considerable impact on inflation. The study concludes that central authority would not accomplish the stabilize prices through changing the monetary policy until and unless the government will not fix the fiscal deficit.
Impact of Terrorism on Foreign Direct Investment: An Empirical Analysis of Pakistan
Authors: Ullah Asad , Rahim Asfandyar , Ali Mohammad Daud , Khan Shah Raza , Ali Shah Syed Arshad
Published: October 2022

The purpose of this study is to find out the impact of Terrorism on FDI inflow in Pakistan as well as other variables such as economic growth, market size, trade openness and infrastructure. Using a simple regression model to estimate time series, annual data from 2001 to 2016, the study concludes that market size, economic growth, and trade openness have a significant positive relationship with FDI. At the same time, the result shows that Terrorism and infrastructure has a significant negative relationship with FDI. This empirically builds up the way that Terrorism is a real threat to FDI and economic development of the economies of Pakistan. The empirical outcomes of the study of Terrorism confirmed the way that Terrorism based oppression has harmed the economic prosperity of Pakistan and has debilitated FDI inflows during the sample period. Therefore, Pakistan will take to measures the investment environment in this area. Government strategy makers should consider the situation of Terrorism, instability and lawfulness circumstance to decrease the risk of investors and to ensure their investment ability to host FDI.
Organizational and psychological features of attracting children of middle school age to health-improving motor activity
Authors: Vasylenko M. , Khrypko I. , Martyn P.
Published: October 2022

The article substantiates the organizational and methodological features of attracting children of middle school age to recreational activities on roller skates and skiing. According to the results of Aizenko's test, among 36 adolescents, 44.4% were found to be choleric, 33.3% - sanguine, 11.1% - melancholic, 11.1% - phlegmatic types of temperament. For every kind of temperament, average values were determined by categories of motivation. So, in adolescents of the sanguine type of temperament, the highest level of motivation is the approval of the coach (peers) and self- improvement; the lowest level - is material reward and staying in competitive conditions. For adolescents of the melancholic type of temperament, the highest level of motivation is the approval of the coach and peers, competition, friendship, and team relationships. The lowest level is staying in competition conditions. For adolescents of the choleric temperament type, the highest level of motivation is physical fitness, interest in competitive activity, and training as a means of comprehensive self- improvement. Material rewards and attractiveness to the opposite sex have the least motivational influence. The top categories of motivation for adolescents with the phlegmatic type of temperament are self-improvement and increased physical fitness. The lowest level is the attraction to the opposite sex and being in competitive conditions. Methodological recommendations are proposed for involving children of middle school age in recreational and health-improving physical activity.
The use of vitamins to preserve and strengthen health in school and student youth, cadets of the «Combat Horting» sports club (experimental work)
Authors: Dikhtiarenko Z. , Korzhenko I. , Steshyts A. , Kostenko V.
Published: October 2022

The authors of the scientific publication «The use of vitamins to preserve and strengthen health in school and student youth, cadets of the «Combat Horting» sports club (experimental work)» tried to prove the relevance of the chosen research topic. Thus, I. Korzhenko listed the main regulatory and legal documents of Ukraine, which provide for the promotion of health preservation and strengthening of Ukrainians, and according to the requirements, prepared the abstract and keywords in English and part of the publication – the relevance of the research topic; A. Steshyts submitted developed questions for scientific and pedagogical workers, trainers with answer options; issued references and abstract and keywords in Ukrainian according to the requirements; higher education graduate V. Kostenko proposed the author's developed questions with multiple-choice answers for pupils and student youth, cadets (after listening to a determined contingent of all conversation topics) [2]; on the basis of the given list of conversation topics [2], their predicted result (to know) is described (author Z. Dikhtiarenko), which should preferably be checked in parts during training, the educational process, and, especially, remotely regarding the importance and use of vitamins for preserving and strengthening health in school and student youth, cadets of the «Combat Horting» sports club (if it is possible to conduct them and in the conditions of martial law) every Sunday after listening to the determined contingent of all conversation topics; determined the purpose and tasks of the research; conducted an analysis of literary sources, the main material of the research, conclusions, issued the literature.
Features of the application of the differentiated approach during the programming of classes in physical education of school students
Authors: Kurabtsev M.
Published: October 2022

The article analyzes the peculiarities of the application of a differentiated approach during the programming of classes in the physical education of students. Literary sources were analyzed in order to determine the interpretation of the concepts "programming of classes in physical education", "differentiated approach". During the review of the literature, the insufficiency of the application of differentiation in practical activities was determined, which requires the development of modern methods and approaches to solving this issue. Programming is one of the variants of normative forecasting [98], since the norm is the goal of physical education – achieving an optimal state of physical health. Normative levels of physical condition can be presented in the form of models, the characteristics of which are functional indicators of the cardiovascular, respiratory, and nervous systems at rest or after physical exertion, physical capacity, physical fitness, etc.

Programming in physical education is "the definition of a rational set and volume of means and methods of physical education, the sequence of their use at different stages of the health-improving process in accordance with the goals and objectives of using exercises for people of different ages, with different levels of health and fitness. Despite the antiquity of the question, the development of differentiated physical education has not yet received its final solution. This is evidenced by the interest shown by scientists in this issue to this day.
Specific functioning of a mixed aikido group for adults
Authors: Serputko O. , Hrabovskyi Y. , Chepelyuk A. , Stepanyuk S.
Published: October 2022

The purpose of the presented study is to investigate and analyze the specifics of the functioning of an aikido group for adults in conditions of mixed composition, both in terms of gender and different age categories, and to determine the positive impact of the specified form of work on the preparation for aikido certification at all the levels.

To achieve the specified goal, the following research methods were used: theoretical analysis, generalization of data from literary sources and statistical information, system-structural analysis and the method of comprehensive research of historical data and practical experiences.

Work in a mixed group, which united aikido athletes not only of both sexes, but also of different levels of fitness, weight categories, and adult age groups, proved the most effective for preparation for the certification. In addition, it became an important condition for physical development and psycho-emotional stability of each member of the group during martial law conditions. It was Aikido and the fundamentals of mastering one’s physical and mental state laid in training, laid the foundation for effectively overcoming stress and negative emotional states, provided the possibility of performing social and economic roles to support the country's economy and the nation's mental health.

The joint work of men and women on the tatami proved to be effective in teaching the use of the center of gravity when performing techniques and the use of the partner's strength. In addition, mutual adoption of the manner of working on the tatami mat and adapting to a partner who has a different height or weight contributes to the formation of the ability to effectively learn and cooperate with any partner. While stress resistance and the ability to focus on a problem without limiting the options for its solution are significantly increased.

The main motivation of adults practicing aikido is preparation for certification, as well as improvement of psycho- emotional state, physical fitness, maintenance of special physical training, intellectual development.

During the martial law, aikido classes showed that such training has not only a physical and health-improving effect, but also a recreational and therapeutic one, because it helps to overcome stress and negative emotional states. An important role in this process is played by the composition of the group, which is both women and men, in the first and second periods of adulthood, as well as representatives of the elderly. Through mutual influence and encouragement, they overcome the difficulties of the training process more effectively, and taking over each other’s behavioral decisions contribute to the emotional healing of both the group and each participant in the sports-educational process.
Shaping and implementing the individual educational trajectory of the acquirers of higher education of the pharmaceutical department
Authors: Toziuk О. Yu. , Kryvoviaz О. V. , Hutsol V. V. , Koval V. М.
Published: October 2022

Annotation. Higher education, particularly in Branch 22 “Health Care”, is currently in the state of intense dynamic development and reformatting. This is mainly caused by the search for new efficient educational techniques, digitalization of all spheres of life, the influence of coronavirus COVID-19 pandemics and other factors. The article generalizes the experience of working with the acquires of higher education on the basis of student-centric approach and education personalization. The purpose of the paper was to describe the theoretical aspects and way of implementing the individual educational trajectory of the acquirers of higher education of the pharmaceutical department, specialty 226 “Pharmacy, Industrial Pharmacy” of the educational-professional program “Pharmacy, Industrial Pharmacy” at the National Pirogov Memorial Medical University, Vinnytsya. The planning and organization of the work with the acquirers of higher education were based on the provisions of the current legislation, which regulate the educational process in Ukraine as well as in the above mentioned institution of higher education and facilitate the integration in the European educational space. Firstly, the accompanying documentation of every course was structured and reviewed in accordance with current requirements. Syllabuses, being the acquirer’s main source of information about the educational components, are adapted as much as possible to be understandable and accessible. All documents are posted in the public domain on the web pages of the departments. Considerable attention is paid to the formation of professional competences, which ensure the study results, outlined in the course curriculum. At the same time, personalization of education is implemented through the development of personal skills and interests of an acquirer at elective components of the educational program as well as during extracurricular scientific and civic activities.
The role of constitutional features of body structure in the occurrence and course of multiple sclerosis (literature review)
Authors: Gunas M. M.
Published: October 2022

Annotation. The widespread prevalence of multiple sclerosis in different parts of the world among representatives of different races, nationalities, age groups, gender groups, chronic course of disease, the high cost of treatment and a significant percentage of disability of the working population makes this disease more relevant for scientific research than ever. One of the understudied aspects of domestic scientists is the anthropometric indicators іn group of patients suffering from multiple sclerosis. The aim of the study is to conduct a review a literary sources for the period 2012-2022, related to the topic of the human constitution and multiple sclerosis. A study of 29 sources that met the inclusion criteria was carried out. For the most part, the following anthropometric indicators were found in the publications, which had one or another reliable connection with the risk of occurrence or the course of multiple sclerosis: body mass index, ratio of muscles and fat in the body, waist circumference. Also important factors that were pay attention to account by the researchers and as a result in addition influenced the results of the research were: nationality, race, age and sex. According to the data of the analyzed studies, body mass index has the greatest contribution to the rate of disease progression between the studied groups with different course of multiple sclerosis, while sex had a greater influence on the occurrence of a certain specific type of course of multiple sclerosis. Accordingly to the analysis of literary sources revealed that there is a need to conduct an anthropometric study of Ukrainians suffering from multiple sclerosis in order to further form groups of key indicators that can be used to predict the risk of occurrence and course of this disease. This will become possible due to conducting a clinical and anthropological study that will be carried out in the future.
HOW BIG IS THE INFLUENCE OF E-MARKETING ON INDONESIAN TOFU ENTREPRENEURS?
Authors: Agustina Yuli , Winarno Agung , Ichwanto Mohammad Aris
Published: October 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a negative impact on MSMEs, MSMEs have difficulty in marketing their products due to the social distancing policy. This program aims to revitalize and assist tofu producers in Kampoeng Tahu, Tinalan Village, with regards to product marketing by implementing a marketing-system. This program is designed to increase the productivity and income of producers, who in this digital era no longer rely solely on offline marketing. Therefore, tofu producers require the highly effective marketing tool of e-marketing. Because in the present day, everyone from young people to their parents shop online using social media. The social media that are often used and applied in this work program are Instagram and Shopee. There were five tofu producers who were the primary targets of the implementation of e-marketing socialization and training.
NATIONAL IDENTITY AND MYSTICAL BEAUTY IN WILLIAM BUTLER YEATS' „CELTIC TWILIGHT”
Authors: Tolordava Natia
Published: October 2022

The end of 19th century was generally a significant and transitional period, as from the beginning of the 20th, modernism was gradually replacing the Victorian era. However, the prospect of change was even more immediate in Ireland than anywhere else. The Irish hoped to escape from the colonial restrictions imposed by the state, and from the new century they already counted themselves among the free nations. Yeats shared the same spirit, and therefore the awarding of the Nobel Prize in 1923 had a symbolic meaning for him, since Ireland had just gained independence. And the poet used every possible occasion to point it out and replied to congratulatory letters in this way: "I consider myself to have received this award as a representative of Irish literature and not as an independent person. Welcome to the free state.” [Foster 2003, p. 656.]
Education Management Research Data Analysis: Comparison of Results between Lisrel, Tetrad, GSCA, Amos, SmartPLS, WarpPLS, and SPSS For Small Samples
Authors: Purwanto Agus , Asbari Masduki , Santoso Teguh Iman
Published: October 2022

The purpose of this study is to compare the results of quantitative research data processing in the field of education management using Lisrel, Tetrad, GSCA, Amos, SmartPLS, WarpPLS, and SPSS software for small samples or respondents. This research method is quantitative and research data analysis uses the four types of software to obtain a comparison of the results of the analysis. The analysis in this study focuses on the analysis of hypothesis testing and regression analysis. Regression analysis is used to measure how much influence the independent variable has on the dependent variable. The field of this research is education management and the research data uses quantitative data derived from questionnaire data for a small sample of 32 respondents with three research variables, namely the independent variable of transformational leadership and job satisfaction, while the dependent variable is teacher performance. Based on the results of the analysis using Lisrel, Tetrad, GSCA, Amos, SmartPLS, WarpPLS, and SPSS software, the results showed that for a small sample there was no significant difference in the significance value of p-value and t-value. There is also no significant difference in the determination value, and the correlation value in the resulting structural equation also has no significant difference in results, while for CB-SEM represented by Lisrel, Tetrad cannot process data with a small sample size.
The Pattern of Leadership of Kiai in Managing Learning Pesantren
Authors: Wajdi Farid , Sanusi Achmad , Mulyasana Dedi , Sauri Sofyan , Khori Ahmad , Saepuloh Saepuloh
Published: October 2022

This article aims to describe the pattern of the leadership of Kiai and activities Pondok Pesantren Buntet Cirebon West Java. The method used is qualitative descriptive. In conclusion: (1) the Leadership of Kiai in organizing and managing pesantren Buntet shows responsibility, attention, full of appeal and a big influence for the students. Attitudes, behavior, and actions Kiai observed and interpreted by the students in the life sehani-day in pesantren Buntet. (2) Pesantren Buntet manages the learning shalaf with the system sorogan, wetonan, halaqah, and Bahtsul Masa ‘il and Khalaf with the learning system of the modern and innovative. (3) the supporting Factors in managing learning in Pesantren Buntet: (a) lack of awareness, willingness, competence, and expertise of the Kiai sepuh and manager better. (b) maintaining the attitude and behavior of noble character. (c) the relationship of Kiai and santri, dan Kiai with the community very well. The inhibiting factor is: (a) minimal supporting infrastructure and facilities. (b) the limited education budget. (c) the limited local learning and infrastructure of learning. (d) the management of the boarding school of the weak and the Period of study for quite a long time. (4) the Efforts of the improvement and development of pesantren Buntet of endeavoring to overcome the obstacles faced Pesantren Buntet.
Teuku Umar Leadership as Reflection of Islamic Leadership
Authors: Putra Zainal , Ma’ruf Jasman J.
Published: October 2022

This article aims to explore the relevance of Teuku Umar’s leadership with the concept of Islamic leadership played by the Prophet Muhammad (saw) as the great leader of Muslims. The article was written by studying in-depth the history of Teuku Umar from various existing literature and synthesizing the values of leadership based on the history of his struggle. Then observe its relevance to Islamic leadership based on the sources of the Holy Qur’an, Sunnah, and the life history of the Prophet Muhammad (saw). The results conclude that the Teuku Umar leadership concept that has been proposed is very relevant to Islamic teachings. This was greatly influenced by the figure of Teuku Umar, who lived under the Islamic Kingdom of Aceh Darussalam from childhood until the end of his life. Teuku Umar was a Muslim like the majority of the people of Aceh at that time.
Connection Management Self-Concept and Social Support With Student Confidence
Authors: Lubis Lahmuddin , . Abdurrahman , Fazira Elsa
Published: October 2022

This article aims to empirically examine the relationship between self-concept and social support with the self-confidence of the students of MTsS Al-Washliyah Tembung. The population in this study amounted to 246 students with a sample of 105 students. The sampling technique in this study used a purposive sampling technique. The results showed that, an instrument used to obtain the data is the self-confidence scale, self-concept scale, and social support scale. The results of data analysis using regression analysis obtained the regression coefficient of the three variables of 0.679 (p <0.01) this means that there is a significant relationship between self-concept and social support with student self-confidence so that the hypothesis proposed in this study is accepted. The effective contribution of self-concept and social support variables with student self-confidence is 67%. The correlation coefficient between the variables of self-concept and students' self-confidence is 0.6555 (p<0.01). This means that there is a significant positive relationship between self-concept and students' self-confidence. While the correlation coefficient between the variables of social support and students' self-confidence is 0.437 (p < 0.01) this means that there is a significant positive relationship between social support and student self-confidence, so the hypothesis proposed in the study is accepted. This means that there is a significant positive relationship between self-concept and students' self-confidence. While the correlation coefficient between the variables of social support and students' self-confidence is 0.437 (p < 0.01) this means that there is a significant positive relationship between social support and student self-confidence, so the hypothesis proposed in the study is accepted. This means that there is a significant positive relationship between self-concept and students' self-confidence. While the correlation coefficient between the variables of social support and students' self-confidence is 0.437 (p < 0.01) this means that there is a significant positive relationship between social support and student self-confidence, so the hypothesis proposed in the study is accepted.
Implementation of Individual Counseling Service Management with Directive Counseling Methods in Improving Self-Adjustment
Authors: Lubis Saiful Akhyar , Aswin Sunan , Rusman Abdul Aziz
Published: October 2022

This article aims to find out the application of individual counseling services with directive counseling methods in increasing the adjustment of MAS Al washliyah students. Self-adjustment is one of the most important things when students enter a new school environment. One method in individual counseling is the directive counseling method. The counseling directive is one of the techniques or methods in which the counselor has a more dominant role and actively provides direction in accordance with the needs of the client. Directive counseling is a step that can be done in an effort to improve the adjustment of students who experience low adjustment due to differences in mood and learning climate from previous schools such as anxiety and fear of entering a new environment. This research uses descriptive qualitative research, the research informant is a BK teacher and 5 students. Data collection techniques are interviews, observations, and documentation studies. While data collection tools are interview guidelines, documentation study observation guides. The results of this study showed that counseling individuals with directive counseling methods can improve student self-adjustment. This is evident from the optimistic attitude of students and changes in interaction with the environment.
The Use of Business Model Canvas for The Organizational Development at the Al Hanif Integrated Islamic High School
Authors: Istiqomah Istiqomah
Published: October 2022

This article aims to determine how the organizational development of SMP IT Al Hanif by using a canvas business model based on the results of a SWOT analysis. This research is a case study research. Research data obtained through interviews and observations are then presented in the form of a business model canvas and analyzed with strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and challenges. The results are used to refine the canvas business model that has been implemented so far. The results showed that the canvas business model applied at SMP IT Al Hanif was very good, especially in the elements of the value proposition, revenue stream, key resources, cost structure, and revenue relations. The MBC that has been carried out on several elements has been very good and must continue to be developed, especially in the value proposition, key activities, and cost structure. The development of SMP IT Al Hanif using MBC based on the results of SWOT analysis was carried out by (a) maintaining the existing one and running well and (b) adding other things for development. Elements that need to be improved are key partners, channels, key resources, channels. Research on the development of educational organizations using MBC needs to be carried out on other educational organizations so that organizations can develop by developing their potential.
Management of Character Education Based on Local Wisdom
Authors: Abdul Haq Endun , Wasliman Iim , Sauri R. Supyan , Fatkhullah Faiz Karim , Khori Ahmad
Published: October 2022

This article aims to identify and analyze: (1). Planning, (2).Organizing (3).Implementation (4). Evaluation. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study method. Data collection is carried out by triangulation techniques using interviews, document studies, and field observations. Research location Baiturahman and MA Albasyariah Integrated High School Bandung. With the subject of the principal's research, teachers. The head of the Pencak silat hermitage, Data analysis was carried out through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. Four important foundations are used in this research, including theological, philosophical, six value systems, and theoretical foundations. Then the theory that underlies this research is management theory and character theory. The findings of this study are (1). Planning for Character Education Based on Local Wisdom in the Development of Akhlakul Karimah for integrated high school students has been well structured and systematic, but the planning has not been oriented to the vision and mission of the school (2). The organization has been running according to the program with the same principle of understanding, commitment to responsibility even though it has not been supported by an adequate job analysis. (3). The implementation has gone well. However, they have not paid attention to the resources they have. (4). Evaluation according to the school's work program going forward, however, has not been followed up with innovative programs that meet the needs.
Management of Grants in The World of Education
Authors: Siahaan Amiruddin , Daulay Nurika Khalila , Panjaitan Suriadi , Mayasari Mayasari , Halwi Mukthi
Published: October 2022

Grants are the provision of money/goods or services from the regional government to other governments, regional companies, the community, and community organizations, whose designations have specifically been determined, are not mandatory and are not binding, and are not continuously aimed at supporting the administration of business affairs. government, or support the achievement of program targets and local government activities in mandatory and optional affairs. While the source of grant funds itself comes from the source of grants. Grants to local governments can be sourced from: a. Government; b. Other local governments; c. Domestic private agency/institution/organization; and D. Domestic community groups/individuals. Grants from the Government can be sourced from: a. APBN revenue; b. Foreign Loans; and/or c. Foreign Grants. Grants from Foreign Loans and Foreign Grants can be sourced from foreign government governments, foreign agencies/institutions, international agencies/institutions, and/or other donors. Grant funds can be a useful additional resource for educational purposes. District/city schools and schools are advised to develop skills in seeking and obtaining grants. But caution is needed so that grant applications are made wisely and strategically. Grants also have obligations to their recipients and these should be considered before applying. The best approach to establishing the grant-seeking process is to ensure that the grant program considered aligns with and supports the school's strategy or school district plan.
Radiologic Findings of Dorsal Root Entry Zone Lesioning
Authors: Al-Hameed M. , Mills N. , Zaki-Metias K.M. , Kaakaji R. , Shah K.A.
Published: October 2022

Dorsal root entry zone lesioning is an intervention that may be performed in patients with brachial plexus avulsion injuries to reduce neuropathic pain. There is little description in the literature of the expected postoperative imaging findings following dorsal root entry zone ablation.
We describe a case of a 36-year-old man who underwent MR imaging of the cervical spine 3 years following dorsal root entry zone lesioning. This article will also discuss the expected postoperative imaging findings following dorsal root entry zone lesioning as well as the imaging features of
common complications of the procedure.
Arterial Spin-Labeling Perfusion for Neuroradiologists: The Essentials
Authors: Marini T.J. , Mistry D. , Jetty S. , Wang H. , Lin E. , Almast J. , Soni N. , Ellika S.
Published: October 2022

Arterial spin-labeling is an increasingly used advanced imaging technique that can assess perfusion without the administration of IV contrast. There is a myriad of clinical uses for arterial spin-labeling that are important to the practice of neuroradiology. In this pictorial review,
we provide an image-rich guide to the different clinical applications of arterial spin-labeling with a focus on the essential imaging findings. Covered areas include the applications of arterial spin-labeling in tumors, cerebrovascular disease, arteriovenous malformation, infection, and dementia.
A mastery of arterial spin-labeling provides an important tool in the neuroradiologist's arsenal to best assist the ordering clinician in arriving at the correct diagnostic interpretation.Learning Objective: To describe the various clinical applications of arterial spin-labeling and their
associated imaging findings
Correlation of lymph node metastasis with contrast-enhanced ultrasound features, microvessel density and microvessel area in patients with papillary thyroid carcinoma
Authors: Liu Zhining , Li Chen
Published: October 2022

OBJECTIVE: This study aims to investigate the relationship of cervical lymph node metastasis (LNM) with contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) features, microvessel density (MVD) and microvessel area (MVA) in patients with papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC), and to evaluate the diagnostic value of CEUS for PTC. METHODS: A total of 108 patients diagnosed with PTC at the First Affiliated Hospital of Jinzhou Medical University from January 2016 to December 2018 were selected and underwent preoperative CEUS of the thyroid, surgical resection and postoperative histopathological examination of their resected lesion. They were divided into a lymphatic metastasis-positive group (LNM+, n = 61) and a lymphatic metastasis-negative group (LNM–, n = 47) based on their lymph node status. The CEUS quantitative parameters, MVD and MVA, were compared between the two groups, and risk factors for LNM were analyzed by univariate and multivariate logistic regression. RESULTS: Compared with patients with in the LNM–group, the tumor diameter and the proportion of capsule contact of patients in the LNM+group were significantly greater and the patients in this group were younger. The rise time (RT), peak intensity (PI), area under the curve (AUC), MVD, and MVA were also significantly higher in the LNM+group than in the LMN–group, while there was no significant difference in time to peak (TP), mean transit time (mTT), velocity of intensity increase (IIV), and velocity of intensity decrease (IDV) between the two groups. Univariate and multivariate correlation analysis indicated that tumor size, RT, PI, AUC, MVD, and MVA were risk factors for LNM, and ROC curves further suggested that RT had the best overall predictive performance. CONCLUSION: Tumor size, RT, PI, AUC, MVD and MVA are risk factors for LNM in PTC. In other words, CEUS is an important non-invasive and preoperative tool for evaluating PTC, with MVD and MVA identified as vital postoperative diagnostic indicators.
Nomogram based on preoperative conventional ultrasound and shear wave velocity for predicting central lymph node metastasis in papillary thyroid carcinoma
Authors: Zhong Lichang , Xie Juan , Shi Lin , Gu Liping , Bai Wenkun
Published: October 2022

OBJECTIVE: To establish a nomogram for predicting cervical lymph node metastasis (CLNM) based on the preoperative conventional ultrasound (US) and shear wave velocity (SWV) features of papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC). METHODS: A total of 101 patients with pathologically confirmed thyroid nodules were enrolled. These patients were divided into the CLNM-positive (n = 40) and CLNM-negative groups (n = 61). All patients underwent the preoperative conventional US and shear wave elastography (SWE) evaluation, and the US parameters and SWV data were collected. The association between SWV ratio and CLNM was compared to assess the diagnostic efficacy of SWV ratio alone as opposed to SWV ratio in combination with the conventional US for predicting CLNM. RESULTS: There were significant differences in shape, microcalcification, capsule contact, SWV mean, and SWV ratio between the CLNM-positive and CLNM-negative groups (P < 0.05). Logistic regression analysis showed that taller-than-wide shape, microcalcification, capsule contact, and SWV ratio > 1.3 were risk factors for CLNM; Logistic(P)=-6.93 + 1.647 * (microcalcification)+1.138 * (taller-than-wide-shape)+1.612 * (capsule contact)+2.933 * (SWV ratio > 1.3). The area under the curve (AUC) of the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) of the model for CLNM prediction was 0.87, with 81.19% accuracy, 77.5% sensitivity, and 85.25% specificity. CONCLUSION: The nomogram based on conventional US imaging in combination with SWV ratio has the potential for preoperative CLNM risk assessment. This nomogram serves as a useful clinical tool for active surveillance and treatment decisions.
Coping in Mid- to Late Life and Risk of Mild Cognitive Impairment Subtypes and Dementia: A JPHC Saku Mental Health Study
Authors: Shikimoto Ryo , Nozaki Shoko , Sawada Norie , Shimizu Yoko , Svensson Thomas , Nakagawa Atsuo , Mimura Masaru , Tsugane Shoichiro
Published: October 2022

Background: The relationship between coping in mid- to late life and cognitive functions remains unclear. Objective: To investigate the relationship between habitual coping behaviors of a large Japanese population in their mid- to late-lives and their risk of cognitive decline 15 years later. Methods: Overall 1,299 participants were assessed for coping behaviors (in 2000) and cognition (2014–2015). We used the Stress and Coping Inventory to assess the frequency of six coping behaviors (i.e., consulting, planning, positive reappraisal, avoidance, fantasizing, and self-blame). Logistic regression analyses were conducted to examine odds ratios (ORs) for the diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment (MCI), MCI subtypes (single- and multiple-domain MCI), and dementia for coping behaviors. Results: Among the eligible 1,015 participants (72.6 [SD = 5.5] years old in 2014–2015), the numbers for cognitively normal, single-domain MCI, multiple-domain MCI, and dementia were 650 (64.0%), 116 (11.4%), 213 (21.0%), and 36 (3.5%), respectively. Among the six coping behaviors, avoidant coping was significantly associated with noticeable cognitive decline (multiple-domain MCI and dementia). This association remained significant after adjusting for sex, age, education, diagnosis of current major depressive disorder, past history of ischemic heart disease, diabetes, regular alcohol consumption, and smoking (OR = 2.52, 95% CI = 1.23 to 5.15). No significant association with other coping behaviors was found. Conclusion: Avoidant coping in mid- and late life is associated with cognitive decline among older people.
Anti-Dementia Drug Persistence Following Donepezil Initiation Among Alzheimer’s Disease Patients in Japan: LIFE Study
Authors: Fukuda Haruhisa , Maeda Megumi , Murata Fumiko , Murata Yutaka
Published: October 2022

Background: Donepezil is frequently used to treat Alzheimer’s disease (AD) symptoms but is associated with early discontinuation. Determining the persistence rates of anti-dementia drug use after donepezil initiation may inform the development and improvement of treatment strategies, but there is little evidence from Japan. Objective: To determine anti-dementia drug persistence following donepezil initiation among AD patients in Japan using insurance claims data. Methods: Insurance claims data for AD patients with newly prescribed donepezil were obtained from 17 municipalities between April 2014 and October 2021. Anti-dementia drug persistence was defined as a gap of ≤60 days between the last donepezil prescription and a subsequent prescription of donepezil, another cholinesterase inhibitor, or memantine. Cox proportional hazards models were used to analyze the association between care needs levels and discontinuation. Results: We analyzed 20,474 AD patients (mean age±standard deviation: 82.2±6.3 years, women: 65.7%). The persistence rates were 89.1% at 30 days, 79.4% at 90 days, 72.6% at 180 days, 64.5% at 360 days, and 58.3% at 540 days after initiation. Among the care needs levels, the hazard ratio (95% confidence interval) for discontinuation was 1.01 (0.94–1.07) for patients with support needs, 1.12 (1.06–1.18) for patients with low long-term care needs, and 1.31 (1.21–1.40) for patients with moderate-to-high long-term care needs relative to independent patients. Conclusion: Japanese AD patients demonstrated low anti-dementia drug persistence rates that were similar to those of other countries. Higher long-term care needs were associated with discontinuation. Further measures are needed to improve drug persistence in AD patients.
Effects of typing positions on the upper trapezius and neck extensor muscles electromyography in office employees: A single-blind cross-sectional study
Authors: Cheragh Zahra Ataei , Gandomi Farzaneh , Sakinehpoor Aynollah
Published: October 2022

BACKGROUND: Holding incorrect postures over a long period could lead to chronic nonspecific neck pain (CNNP) in office employees. OBJECTIVE: The present study aimed to evaluate the effects of different typing positions on the activity of the neck extensor and upper trapezius (UT) muscles of office employees diagnosed with CNNP. METHODS: This assessor-blinded cross-sectional study was performed on 22 female subjects with the mean age of 39.95±5.30 years. The neck extensors and UT muscle activities of the participants were assessed in the upright, forward, and slouching postures by electromyography (EMG). In addition, neck proprioception and the performance of the cervical stabilizer muscles were evaluated using an inclinometer and biofeedback pressure unit, respectively. RESULTS: A significant difference was observed between the cervical erector spine (CES) and UT muscle activities in the upright, forward, and slouching typing positions (P < 0.05). In addition, a difference was observed between the upright and slouching postures in these muscles. A positive correlation was denoted between CES muscle activity in the slouching and forward postures and the activation index of neck muscles (P < 0.05). Furthermore, a significant, negative correlation was observed between the UT muscle activity in the slouching posture and neck proprioception (P < 0.05). A positive correlation was also noted between the pain index and repositioning error rates (P < 0.05). CONCLUSION: CES muscle activity increased in a forward head posture, which could damage neck proprioception through causing early fatigue and stimulating a cumulative damage cycle.
Workplace mental health characteristics of the Indigenous workforce in Canada: A descriptive study
Authors: Nowrouzi-Kia Behdin , Gohar Basem , Sithamparanathan Gobika , Sun Ruo Yue , Casole Jennifer
Published: October 2022

BACKGROUND: The Indigenous workforce in Canada is challenged by a history of Euro-Canadian colonialism that has presented deleterious health outcomes, including those in the workplace. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to describe the mental health of Indigenous workers in the workplace. METHODS: We used the Canadian Community Health Survey (CCHS) between 2015 to 2016. Data were analyzed using the Public Use Microdata Files to profile the workplace mental health characteristics of First Nation Canadians (n = 6,297) and Canadians (n = 84,155). We utilized secondary data analysis design. The analyses included descriptive statistics (e.g., means and standard deviations) of self-reported mood disorders (depression, bipolar, mania, dysthymia), anxiety (phobia, OCD, panic) and occupational factors (e.g., demographic, days off work due to an acute mental health condition, job type, and job stress) in indigenous peoples living off-reserve and other Aboriginal settlements in the provinces. RESULTS: We examined the indigenous cohort between the ages of 18–64 who were employed. The sample was 53.1% male, married (34.8%), and obtained a post-secondary diploma or university degree (57.9%). The study reported statistically significant gender and age differences across mood and anxiety disorders (p < 0.05), job stress (p < 0.05) and workload (p < 0.05). CONCLUSION: To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study to describe the work profile of indigenous populations in Canada across various occupational mental health (e.g., mood disorders, anxiety) and demographic (e.g., age, education attainment) outcomes.