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PENGUATAN PENDIDIKAN KARAKTER RELIGIUS MAHASISWA MELALUI PROGRAM TUTORIAL KEAGAMAAN
Authors: Nasrudin Ega ,   Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Fakhruddin Agus ,   Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Published: July 2024

The Strengthening of Character Education is one of the programs that aims to realize the goals of national education. This research focuses on strengthening religious character education through the PAI Tutorial program implemented at the Indonesian Education University. This research uses a descriptive-qualitative approach. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis techniques used include data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion. The results of this research indicate the process of strengthening character education through the UPI PAI tutorial program for students who are taking PAI courses. The religious characteristics that are most visibly strengthened include faith, piety, tolerance, trustworthiness, and hard work. The process of strengthening character education is carried out through habituation, exemplification, and the internalization of positive values. The problems encountered in the implementation of this program are the insufficient of quality and quantity of tutors and the lack of awareness among participants.
PENINGKATAN INDEKS KARAKTER RELIGIUS, DISIPLIN, DAN TANGGUNG JAWAB SISWA MELALUI METODE REWARD AND PUNISHMENT
Authors: Fiaji Muharrdian Prameswari ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang, Fiaji Nabilla Nurazizah , Fiaji Noveria Anggraeni ,   Universitas Gadjah Mada,   Universitas Brawijaya
Published: July 2024

Talking about the character that everyone has is different. This is because character is influenced by the environment and from the family. As for the good and bad of character because of the morality possessed, a person's righteousness comes from the character he has. The issue of character is a problem that occurs a lot. In this study, researchers used a qualitative approach with the type of research being class action research (PTK). Based on the data on the results of the study, it can be explained that there was an increase in student character index both in religious character, discipline, and responsibility with an average increase of 6%. Thus, reward and punishment methods can improve student character. This is shown from the results of observations during learning and assessment from student character observation sheets. Three basic characters in grade V students of SDN 01 Junrejo Kota Batu in experiencing improvements in each cycle. The rate of increase is 6%.
Desarrollo de competencias en física-matemática a través de los productos integradores
Authors: Córdoba-Fuentes Danny , Herrera-Castrillo Cliffor
Published: July 2024

Este artículo presenta los resultados de un estudio realizado en la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua, Managua (UNAN-Managua), sobre el desarrollo de competencias en Física y Matemáticas a través de productos integradores. Este enfoque educativo combina ambos campos en proyectos prácticos y significativos, promoviendo la comprensión y aplicación de conceptos científicos y matemáticos en situaciones reales. El estudio utilizó un enfoque mixto y descriptivo, con un cuestionario aplicado a 43 estudiantes de primero a tercer año de la carrera Física-Matemática. Los resultados revelaron las competencias alcanzadas y el proceso de los estudiantes en trabajos integradores y su lógica de desarrollo. Estos hallazgos pueden ser de utilidad para mejorar la formación en trabajos interdisciplinarios en la UNAN-Managua y otras instituciones educativas.
Disertaciones de ecodiseño para la valorización sostenible de residuos: diseño de eco-estructuras de hojarasca
Authors: Hernández Neria Gerardo , Cruz Victoria Teresita de Jesús , Vargas Romero Acacia
Published: July 2024

La valorización de los residuos se conceptualiza desde el aprovechamiento de las características y propiedades que han adquirido los materiales a partir de procesos de transformación anteriormente aplicados para ser considerados en un nuevo uso que potencialice su ciclo de vida y reducción de efectos contaminantes de futuros procesos. El enfoque del ecodiseño define los alcances que desde su concepción objetiva se direcciona hacia la concreción de parámetros operativos para la valorización de residuos y su organización ante los principios que establece la sostenibilidad. En el presente trabajo se establecen consideraciones para gestionar el ciclo de vida de un producto a partir de la rueda de LIDS, proponiendo indicadores que ayudan a categorizar el nivel de ecodiseño que un producto posee. Finalmente, la propuesta metodológica basada en principios del ecodiseño se dirige a la valorización sostenible a través de la recuperación y aprovechamiento de los residuos de la hojarasca generada en el Instituto Tecnológica de Tlalnepantla para el diseño y fabricación de eco-estructuras.
Impacto de la producción de maíz en los productores del margen izquierdo del Río Santiago, en el Municipio de Santiago Ixcuintla, Nayarit, México
Authors: Bogarin Trujillo Sergio , Álvarez López Plácido , Trujillo Ubaldo Elizabeth
Published: July 2024

En México, el maíz es uno de los granos básicos más importantes, se destina principalmente a la actividad pecuaria, la industria almidonera y el consumo humano. La relevancia de este grano ha llevado a empresas nacionales e internacionales a realizar investigaciones en México con el fin de implementar y transferir tecnología. La presente investigación determinó y analizó los efectos en la producción de maíz para dos grupos de productores: independientes y en convenio con Bayer®, Novasem® o Agro100® en la región del margen izquierdo del Río Santiago, Municipio de Santiago Ixcuintla, Nayarit. Para lograr lo anterior, se levantó una encuesta para evaluar el impacto en la producción de maíz utilizando la teoría de “emparejamiento por puntajes” o “propensity score matching”. Se concluyó que, en comparación con los productores en convenio, los productores de maíz independientes tuvieron un mayor impacto en el nivel de producción.
Preventive Interventions for Internet Addiction in Young Children: Systematic Review
Authors: Theopilus Yansen , Al Mahmud Abdullah , Davis Hilary , Octavia Johanna Renny
Published: July 2024

Background

In this digital age, children typically start using the internet in early childhood. Studies highlighted that young children are vulnerable to internet addiction due to personal limitations and social influence (eg, family and school). Internet addiction can have long-term harmful effects on children’s health and well-being. The high risk of internet addiction for vulnerable populations like young children has raised questions about how best to prevent the problem.

Objective

This review study aimed to investigate the existing interventions and explore future directions to prevent or reduce internet addiction risks in children younger than 12 years.

Methods

The systematic review was conducted following the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines. We searched for relevant literature from 4 research databases (Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, and PsycINFO). We included 14 primary studies discussing the interventions to prevent or reduce internet addiction risks in young children and their efficacy outcomes.

Results

The preventive interventions identified were categorized into four approaches as follows: (1) children’s education, (2) parenting strategy, (3) strategic physical activity, and (4) counseling. Ten interventions showed promising efficacy in preventing or reducing internet addiction risks with small-to-medium effect sizes. Interventions that enhance children’s competencies in having appropriate online behaviors and literacy were more likely to show better efficacy than interventions that force children to reduce screen time. Interventions that shift children’s focus from online activities to real-world activities also showed promising efficacy in reducing engagement with the internet, thereby preventing addictive behaviors. We also identified the limitations of each approach (eg, temporariness, accessibility, and implementation) as valuable considerations in developing future interventions.

Conclusions

The findings suggest the need to develop more sustainable and accessible interventions to encourage healthy online behaviors through education, appropriate parenting strategies, and substitutive activities to prevent children’s overdependence on the internet. Developing digital tools and social support systems can be beneficial to improve the capability, efficiency, and accessibility of the interventions. Future interventions also need to consider their appropriateness within familial context or culture and provide adequate implementation training. Last, policy makers and experts can also contribute by making design guidelines to prevent digital product developers from making products that can encourage overuse in children.
Optimisation of an online self-assessment tool for preconception health: user feedback and user-experience testing in people of reproductive age in Australia. (Preprint)
Authors: Dorney Edwina , Hammarberg Karin , Rodgers Raymond , Black Kirstem
Published: July 2024

BACKGROUND

Good preconception health reduces the incidence of preventable morbidity and mortality for women their babies and future generations. In Australia there is a need to increase health literacy and awareness about the importance of good preconception health. Digital health tools are a possible enabler to increase this awareness at a population level. The Healthy Conception Tool (HCT) is an existing online, preconception health self-assessment tool, that has been developed by academics and clinicians.

OBJECTIVE

To optimise the HCT and seek user feedback with the aim of increasing engagement and impact of the tool.

METHODS

In depth interviews with women and men aged 18-41 years, who spoke and read English, residing in Australia. Interview transcripts were analysed, and findings were used to inform an enhanced HCT prototype. This prototype underwent user-experience testing and feedback from users informed a final round of design changes to the tool.

RESULTS

Twenty women and five men were interviewed; all wanted a tool that was quick and easy to use with personalised results. Almost all participants were unfamiliar with the term “preconception care” and stated they would not have found this tool online with its current title. User-experience testing with six women and five men identified eleven usability issues. These informed further changes to the tool’s title, the information on how to use the tool, and the presentation of results.

CONCLUSIONS

Online self-assessment tools need to be easy to find and communicate health messages effectively. End-users' feedback informed changes to improve the tool’s acceptability, engagement, and impact. We expect that the revised tool will have greater reach and prompt more people to prepare well for pregnancy.
Effects of salt concentration and Lactobacillus plantarum population on grey oyster mushroom fermentation
Authors: Tong Thi Anh Ngoc , Nguyen Le Thanh cao , Nguyen Le Thanh Bach , Nguyen Cam Tu , Phan Nguyen Trang
Published: July 2024

This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of different conditions (i.e., different salt concentrations from 3.5 to 4.5%, and initial Lactobacillus plantarum populations from 104 to 106 CFU/mL) on the quality of fermentative grey oyster mushrooms at 15oC during 25 days. The quality parameters i.e., total color difference, texture, total soluble solid, pH, lactic acid bacteria counts, total polyphenol content (TPC) and the free radical scavenging activity were measured during the fermentation. The results illustrated that the fermentation of grey oyster mushrooms would be in NaCl (3.5%) and initial Lactobacillus plantarum (104 CFU/mL). The obtained data showed that although no significant difference was observed among different salt concentrations and inoculum starter culture on the quality of fermented mushrooms, the fermentation conditions enhanced the rising of TPC resulting in an increase in antioxidant activities of fermented oyster mushrooms. This study reveals that fermented grey oyster mushrooms can be used as a source of healthy plant-based foods by vegetarians to improve their nutrition diet.
Impact assessment of empowering small-scale farmers through the Mag-Uma Kaupod ang Pamilya Extension (MUKaPE) Program of the DEBESMSCAT-Cawayan Campus
Authors: Velza Jacob Frederick , IBAÑEZ ROGER , Mobo Froilan
Published: July 2024

This study examined the effectiveness of the Mag-Uma Kaupod ang Pamilya Extension program in benefiting local farmers in Barangay Itombato. A descriptive research design and purposive sampling were used to select 17 farmer-beneficiaries for interviews. The program demonstrated a positive impact on the production performance and attitudes of farmer-beneficiaries. After the program, the percentage of beneficiaries reporting good yields increased from 35% to 65%, and profitability improved from 35% to 88%. Farmer-beneficiaries reported increased enjoyment of farming, a positive perception of profitability, and a stronger desire for their children to continue farming. Crop cultivation patterns shifted towards diversification and income generation. However, certain challenges faced by the farmer-beneficiaries, including soil fertility, fertilizer management, machinery access, post-harvest infrastructure, and marketing, remained unaddressed. The study emphasized the program's significant positive influence on production performance, with good yields increasing to 65% and profitability rising to 88% after the program. Constraints such as soil fertility, fertilizer management, machinery access, post-harvest infrastructure, and marketing required targeted interventions. The MUKaPE program improved access to agricultural information, support services, farmers' organizations, and training. However, areas such as irrigation, market assistance, and farm-to-market roads still needed improvement. Farmer beneficiaries highlighted the importance of irrigation, fertilizer assistance, market access, training, machinery access, financial support, electrification, and post-harvest facilities for enhancing farming practices. These findings emphasized the need to address water management, input accessibility, infrastructure development, knowledge dissemination, technological advancements, financial support, and value chain enhancement to enhance productivity, profitability, and sustainability in farming activities in Barangay Itombato.
Can Tho University’s research collaboration: A view from its publications
Authors: Tran Thi Ngoc Nhung , Pham Hoang Son , Le Ngoc Linh
Published: July 2024

Analyzing research collaboration within a university through its publication outputs is crucial for academia and research management. It helps understand knowledge exchange dynamics, inter-departmental and inter-institutional cooperation, and research impact, thereby promoting innovation and contributing to the scientific community. By examining co-authorship networks and publication metadata, we reveal the collaborative efforts at Can Tho University (CTU). This information supports interdisciplinary research, identifies influential researchers and departments, benchmarks against peers, and assesses research impact. Such insights enable the university to enhance research strategies, partnerships, and academic excellence.In this paper, we analyze CTU-affiliated publications to uncover inter-organizational, international, and industry collaborations, and identify predominant areas of collaboration. Our study examines 3,322 Dimensions publications from 2012 to 2023 to provide a comprehensive overview of CTU's collaborative landscape.
Health risk assessment of heavy metals transfer from soil to Celosia trigyna and Amaranthus viridis along Lekki Peninsula, Lagos, Nigeria
Authors: Adewale Peter Sanjo
Published: July 2024

Globally, there is growing concern about the transfer of heavy metals into human food and water due to their ability to move from soil to plants. This study evaluated the health risks associated with the transfer of heavy metals from soil to Celosia trigyna and Amaranthus viridis along the Lekki Peninsula in Lagos. Soil and vegetable samples were collected from 12 locations, and the levels of heavy metals in the samples were determined using an Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer. Soil pH was slightly acidic (5.31 –6.82). EC values range from 121 to 382µs/cm, while low soil CEC, N, TOC and OM were recorded in all the study sites. The concentrations of heavy metals in the soils were in this order: Zn >Cu>Mn >Cd>Pb. The uptake of metals by the vegetables was in the order Cu>Zn>Mn>Cd>Pb. Estimated Daily Intake (EDI) from Consumption of C. trigyna and A. viridis ranged between 0.1320-0.000mg-1kg-1adult-1d-1. The Health Risk Index ranged from 5.23 to 0.01. The total Hazard Index was 41.75. The concentration of heavy metals in the vegetables was a function of contaminated soil and toxic elements deposition from passing vehicles. Following the hazard index result, the vegetables in locations 1 – 6 are not safe for human consumption.
A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY TO ASSESS THE COMPLIANCE TO IRON FOLIC ACID TABLETS AMONG WOMEN ATTENDING ANTENATAL CLINIC
Authors: S SIVA KEERTHIKA , BIRADAR SANTOSH , KAMBLE VINOD S , B SHRINIVAS REDDY
Published: July 2024

Objective: As anemia is highly prevalent among pregnant women, the government of India took the initiative to start prophylactic iron folic acid tablets (IFA) to reduce its prevalence. Hence, this study was done with the objectives to assess compliance to IFA among antenatal women and to identify the associated factors.
Methods: The present study was a cross-sectional study conducted among 100 women attending antenatal clinics. A pre-designed semi-structured questionnaire was used to collect the data. The data were analyzed for frequency, percentage, and Chi-square.
Results: The compliance to IFA was found to be 46.15% and was significantly more in anemic pregnant women.
Conclusion: The prevalence of compliance to IFA tablets was only 46.15%. Hence, counseling and awareness to be done about the importance of taking IFA tablets regularly during the antenatal period, so that compliance can be improved.
REVERSE-PHASE HIGH-PERFORMANCE LIQUID CHROMATOGRAPHY METHOD DEVELOPMENT AND VALIDATION FOR THE QUANTIFICATION OF SUGAMMADEX IN BULK AND PHARMACEUTICAL DOSAGE FORM
Authors: BHAVYA SRI K  , SRIJA G
Published: July 2024

Objective:A reproducible, precise, accurate method was developed for the analysis of Sugammadex in pharmaceutical dosage form and bulk, using RP-HPLC. This method is established in compliance with ICH guidelines Q2R1.
Method:The method development and method validation of Sugammadex was performed usingthe instrument, SHIMADZULC- 20 AD pumps with SPD- 20A UV detector. A Phenomenex C18 250mm × 4.6mm × 5µm column was employed with detection wavelength of 210 nm.
Results: The method validation was performed in accordance with ICH Q2 R(1) guidelines where the calibration curve was found to be linearwith r2as 0.9993. The LOD and LOQ were found to be 0.03784µg/ml and 0.114667µg/ml respectively.The %RSD of theprecision wasobserved to be in limits (≤2%).
Conclusion:All validation parameters, including linearity, range, detection limit, quantification limit, precision, and accuracy, were examined and found to be within the specified limits in accordance with ICH recommendations Q2 (R1). In view of this, adopting this approach for routine quality control tests of both pure and pharmaceutical formulation can be done with ease.
Self-directed Learning for Medical Students
Authors: VAISHALI JAIN
Published: July 2024

“The integration of Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) into the medical curriculum in 2019 marked a significant shift in medical education in India. This approach emphasizes the acquisition of specific competencies deemed essential for medical practice, thereby necessitating innovative pedagogical strategies to foster comprehensive learning among medical students. One such pivotal component introduced within the updated curriculum is self-directed learning (SDL), recognized as a vital means to cultivate lifelong learning skills and adaptability in medical professionals. Against this backdrop, the book on "Self-directed Learning for Medical Students" authored by Dr. Kailash Charokar, MS, MBA(HA), PGDHA, CMCL-FAIMER Fellow, NMC ACME; Dr. Vishnu Pal, PhD (Med Anatomy), NMC ACME; Dr. Yuganti Vaidya, MD(Anatomy), NMC ACME; and Dr. Tukaram Prabhu K, Msc. Medical Microbiology emerges as a timely useful resource. The contributors are experienced faculty members of the institutional medical education unit with special interest in Self-directed learning in CMBE (SDL Study Circle Team). The team has experience and supports the implementation of longitudinal educational project study in the different phases of undergraduate CBME MBBS Curriculum in the subject disciplines.
A RARE ADVERSE EFFECT OF CLOBAZAM INDUCED RASH IN A CHILD WITH FIRES (FEBRILE INFECTION WITH REFRACTORY EPILEPSY SYNDROME)
Authors: SAHELI DAS  , AFSHAN JABEEN S
Published: July 2024

Clobazam, an aromatic antiepileptic drugs and its active metabolite desmethylclobazam, has high affinity and agonistic activity on gamma-aminobutyric acid receptors resulting in suppression of abnormal and excessive activity of neurons. The reported incidence of maculopapular rash with Clobazam is <1%. A 13-year-old male with a diagnosis of febrile infection-related epilepsy syndrome developed a generalized erythematous maculopapular rash the next day following the introduction of Clobazam. Following this event, Clobazam was stopped and reintroduced after 17 days. However, the rash did not appear after its reintroduction. It was observed that the patient was on Fluconazole when the rash appeared. Fluconazole being a strong CYP2C19 inhibitor, results in an increased level of active metabolite, desmethylclobazam, which probably could have caused the rash. According to the World Health Organization, Uppsala Monitoring Centre Criteria, causality assessment was found to be probable. Adverse drug reaction was recorded and reported.
CLINICAL PROFILE AND PREGNANCY OUTCOMES OF COVID POSITIVE PREGNANT WOMEN IN PHASE I ANDII INFECTION – A COMPARATIVE STUDY
Authors: PS DEEPTHI , PK SATHIAMMA
Published: July 2024

Objectives: This study aims to assess the clinical features, the impact of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection during pregnancy, and the perinatal and obstetric outcomes in phases I and II.
Methods: The current study was performed from January 2020 to August 2021 at the Government T D Medical College, Alappuzha. The pregnant women were registered instantly after each infected woman was known as per the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Demographic parameters, related comorbid disorders, intensive care unit admission, and complete treatment details of each woman were noted. Neonatal outcomes were documented.
Results: There were 254 women in wave 1 and 164 women in wave 2 in the obstetric admissions. Still was seen in 3 cases (wave 1) and 2 cases (wave 2). In both phases, most pregnant women fall under the age category between 21 and 30. Multi-parity was found to be 50.8% in wave 1 women and 59.2% in wave 2 women were common in both waves. The period of gestation and obstetric comorbidities were found to be statistically significant with a p=0.007 (phase I) and 0.008 (phase II).
Conclusion: Pregnancy-related COVID-19 infection may increase the threat of maternal death but has no influence on the morbidity and death of newborns. It is not possible to totally rule out the possibility of maternal-fetal transfer. Every wave of COVID-19 may have different characteristics and severity; therefore, our treatment plans must change. To confirm this transmission, more research or meta-analysis reports are needed.
ROLE OF COLOR DOPPLER ULTRASONOGRAPHIC PARAMETER AS A PREDICTOR OF SPERMATOGENESIS AND INFERTILITY
Authors: PRANAB PATNAIK  , SAMEER TRIVEDI  , DEEPAK SHAW
Published: July 2024

Objective: Androgens target the testicular arteries, which may be aberrant in men who are infertile. One of the fastest and most accurate ways to measure testicular blood flow is by color Doppler ultrasonography (CDUS), which combines anatomical and velocity data. The goal of this research is to determine whether testicular artery end-diastolic velocity (EDV), peak systolic velocity (PSV), and resistive index (RI) can be used to differentiate between various types of dyspermia.
Methods: This was a prospective observational study. In total, 90 patients were enrolled in the study which includes 27 patients with nonobstructive azoospermia (NOA), 19 patients with oligospermia (OL), 24 with obstructive azoospermia (OA), and 20 in the control group having normal sperm count and recent paternity. We compared variables such as EDV, PSV, RI, bilateral testicular volume, testosterone, and follicle-stimulating hormone among different dyspermic groups with the control group.
Results: The mean age of the study participants was 31.5 years. PSV and RI in the NOA and OL groups were significantly lower compared to the control groups while the OA group was comparable with the control group. With respect to EDV, we observed a significantly lower value only in the NOA group compared to the control group. Significantly lower mean testicular volume and higher follicle-stimulating hormone levels were observed in the NOA group.
Conclusion: Investigating male infertility can be challenging, but CDUS might be very helpful. When used routinely in clinical settings, the RI and PSV can be trustworthy markers for identifying infertility or dyspermic males, especially distinguishing between obstructive and unobstructive azoospermia.
CLINICAL PROFILE, RISK FACTORS, AND PULMONARY FUNCTION TESTS IN PATIENTS OF OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA
Authors: GUGULOTH MANOSRI SOWMYA  , A MOUNIKA  , B BHANU REKHA
Published: July 2024

Objectives: The aim of this study was to analyze clinical profile, risk factors, and pulmonary function test (PFT) in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
Methods: This was a prospective study undertaken in the department of pulmonary medicine of a tertiary care medical institute in which adult patients OSA were included on the basis of a predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. Demographic details of patients were noted. Gender distribution, age distribution, clinical profile, and risk factors were studied. Severity of OSA was assessed by apnea hypopnea index (AHI). PFTs were done in all the cases.
Results: Out of 60 studied cases, there were 39 (65.00%) males and 21 (35.00%) females with a M: F ratio of 1: 0.53. The mean age of the studied cases was 51.58±11.14 years. The most common risk factor present in studied cases was increased neck circumference. Severity of OSA, as determined by AHI, was found to be mild, moderate, and severe in 34 (56.67%), 20 (33.33%), and 6 (10.00%) patients, respectively. Snoring that was bothersome to others was the most common presenting complaints in studied cases and was found in 52 (86.67%) cases. PFT was normal in 23 (38.33%) patients whereas obstructive as well as restrictive features were seen in 16 (26.67%) and 14 (23.33%) patients, respectively.
Conclusion: PFTs should be included during workup of patients with OSA and obstructive lung disease may coexist and cause an increase in mortality.
ROLE OF ANTIOXIDANT AND INFLAMMATORY MARKERS WITH METABOLIC SYNDROME AND RISK OF CVD IN THYROID PATIENTS
Authors: RAVI SHANKAR  , AJAY KUMAR  , NEHA SHARMA  , RAJU RAM  , APARAJITA KUSHWAHA
Published: July 2024

Objectives: Metabolic syndrome is the most widely used term for the aggregation of metabolic abnormalities, which leads to an increase in the risk of developing cardiovascular pathology. Protective nutritional antioxidants may benefit defensive antioxidative systems in resolving pro-oxidative dominance and redox imbalance, preventing, or delaying chronic thyroid diseases.
Methods: This cross-sectional, observational study was conducted among metabolic syndrome patients in the general population and near and dear patients (350) at the Pacific Institute of Medical Sciences, Udaipur. For the determination of interleukin-6 (IL-6) was done by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. Thyroid hormones are determined by chemiluminescence and antioxidant Vitamin C and malondialdehyde (MDA) chromatography and high-performance liquid chromatography, respectively.
Results: This study shows a low level of antioxidant Vitamin C and MDA and a high level of inflammatory marker IL-6 in these patients. In this study, the age distribution of patients showed that males in the 35–51 years of age group were most affected, whereas females in the 18–34 years of age group were more prevalent.
Conclusion: The present study leads to awareness of antioxidant levels and inflammation in thyroid patients along with other biochemical parameters involved in the development of metabolic syndrome in the Indian population.
EVALUATION OF OUTCOME OF 48 CASES OF LAPAROSCOPIC PYELOPLASTY AT TERTIARY CARE TEACHING HOSPITAL OF SOUTHERN RAJASTHAN
Authors: PANKAJ TRIVEDI  , VISHWAS BAHETI  , PUSHPENDRA CHOUDHARY
Published: July 2024

Objectives: The objective of this study was to evaluate the outcome of 48 cases of laparoscopic pyeloplasty at a tertiary care hospital of Southern Rajasthan where medical facilities are still evolving.
Methods: Data of 48 patients from the medical record department, who underwent laparoscopic pyeloplasty surgery in past 4 years (January 2019– January 2023) for primary ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction due to intrinsic UPJ abnormality or aberrant vessels, were analyzed retrospectively. Intraoperative findings, success rate, and complications were recorded.
Results: Pelvic reduction was required in 30 (62.5%) patients. The mean operative time was 182.4 min and the mean blood loss was 55 mL. The mean hospital stay was of 4.2 days. Success rate of laparoscopic pyeloplasty was 97%. Over all 10.41% of patients had complications.
Conclusion: Laparoscopic pyeloplasty deals concomitant secondary stones with less morbidity and complications. It has better cosmetic outcome as compared to open techniques and similar long-term success rates. Hence, it can be concluded that laparoscopic pyeloplasty is an excellent current gold standard for primary UPJ obstruction.
POST PANDEMIC TRAVEL INTENTIONS: THE POWER OF FEARS AND CHANGES IN TRAVELLER BEHAVIOUR
Authors: Stevanović Marija , Gajic Jelena
Published: July 2024

The post-pandemic period has seen large financial losses in the economy of the entire world, but particularly in the tourism industry. Covid-19 significantly influenced changes in the behaviour of tourists, including the increasing level of health risk perception. The aim of this research is to examine the impact of health risk perception on the intentions and travel decisions of Serbian tourists after the Covid-19 pandemic. The importance of the research lies in the intention to determine whether there is a difference in the perception of health risks based on demographic and economic variables. The results of the empirical research conducted on the territory of the Republic of Serbia indicate that age and the level of income are two significant predictors of fears and intentions to travel after the Covid-19 pandemic. Based on the results, it will be possible to predict future tourist movements in Serbia and abroad, taking into account the changes in the behaviour of tourists in the post-pandemic period.
Estimation of specific traction electric power consumption for Bogotá Metro First Line
Authors: Correa Salazar Luis Hernando
Published: July 2024

This study aims to identify the mechanical variables that exert the greatest influence on the consumption of traction energy in a metro-type system, estimate specific energy consumption in different operating scenarios associated with speed profiles in each section and establish specific reference consumptions that guide the identification of projects aimed at increasing energy efficiency, all estimated for when the first line of the Bogota Metro comes into operation. To achieve the previous objectives, this research was focused on the estimation, through a software application, of the specific consumption of electrical energy of the Metro System of the City of Bogota, for different operating scenarios. Results of simulations carried out with an application developed in Matlab, to generate speed profiles in the operation of the train, allow observing the sensitivity of the specific consumption of electrical energy in the face of changes made in the cruise speed and in the acceleration ramps and slowdown. The results show that the specific consumptions depends to a great extent, on the speed profiles, and consequently on the operation of the system, which opens an interesting field of application of optimization techniques oriented to the efficient use of energy in the future operation of the system.
Harnessing Adaptive Synchronization in Enzyme-Substrate Systems with Brain Wave-Like Ferroelectric Behavior
Authors: Kaur Amarpreet
Published: July 2024

Abstract: This paper explores the application of chaos in various physical, electrical, chemical, and biological systems, with a specific focus on enzymes-substrate reactions exhibiting ferroelectric behaviour in brain waves. The study conducted by Enjieu Kadji, Chabi Orou, Yamapi, and Woafo (2007) is investi- gated, which examines the dynamic analysis and global chaos synchronization of a 2-D non-autonomous enzymes-substrates system subjected to a cosinusoidal forcing term. The phase portraits of the chaotic behaviousr in the enzymes-substrates system are depicted. Furthermore, novel adaptive control techniques are developed to achieve global synchronization of identical enzyme-substrates systems with uncertain parameters. The main results for global synchronization are derived using backstepping control, and MATLAB plots are included to illustrate these findings.
Las políticas de reinserción social de los sujetos privados de la libertad en la provincia de Santa Cruz, en el marco de la pandemia generada por el COVID 19. El rol de la educación superior
Authors: Navas Pablo , Alonso Alejandra , Hernández Silvia , Rotman Silvio , Scott Melisa , Frias Patricia
Published: July 2024

El presente artículo propone un análisis sobre las condiciones actuales de acceso a la educación universitaria, por parte de la población carcelaria de los establecimientos penitenciarios de la localidad de Río Gallegos, provincia de Santa Cruz. Para el análisis propuesto tomaremos como institución de referencia la Universidad Nacional de la Patagonia Austral. El estudio que compartimos recupera un núcleo de experiencias y análisis que apuntan a dar cuenta del devenir de la educación en contextos de encierro, partiendo del reconocimiento de que el acceso al derecho a la educación universitaria por los privados/as de la libertad, identifica dificultades evidentes en su implementación concreta. En virtud de esta caracterización, nos proponemos como objetivo contribuir, partir del análisis, a trazar un esquema que oriente la implementación de políticas públicas situadas que tiendan a garantizar el acceso a la educación superior universitaria a los/as privados/as de la libertad.    
Para dar cuenta de esta trayectoria sinuosa del desarrollo de la modalidad de contextos de encierro en la universidad, recuperamos las experiencias de vinculación entre la universidad y el sistema penitenciario provincial, los marcos normativos de referencia en el ámbito provincial y universitario y las voces y experiencias de actores institucionales claves: responsables provinciales de la modalidad educativa, de los programas de reinserción, docentes de la universidad y autoridades universitarias.
La economía de los jesuitas santafereños: el Colegio Mayor de San Bartolomé y la casa-noviciado de Las Nieves (1752-1766)
Authors: Galindo Zuluaga Julián
Published: July 2024

El artículo tiene dos objetivos. Por un lado, explorar cuestiones internas de la economía urbana (colegios) de los jesuitas santafereños, es decir, aspectos del gasto y de la renta. Por otro lado, demostrar que la empresa ignaciana santafereña se encontraba en superávit en los años anteriores a la expulsión de 1767. Para ello, se han reconstruido series del periodo de administración jesuítica, a partir de documentos inéditos del Archivo del Antiguo Colegio de San Bartolomé. Los datos exhiben elementos económicos como el gasto, el consumo, el cargo y la data. El artículo demuestra la dependencia entre la economía rural y la economía urbana jesuita y viceversa, y concluye con la bonanza de la empresa jesuítica santafereña.
O rio como espaço de disputa: a política de ocupação portuguesa no Guaporé (1740-1770)
Authors: Siqueira de Melo Vanice
Published: July 2024

A área limítrofe entre a capitania do Mato Grosso e as missões de Mojos e Chiquitos, organizadas pelos jesuítas  castelhanos, foi caracterizada por uma série de episódios litigiosos envolvendo os vassalos das Coroas ibéricas, sobretudo a partir de 1750. Trata-se de um contexto no qual Portugal e Espanha assinaram o Tratado de Madri, acordo diplomático que definia seus territórios nas conquistas americanas. Por meio desse tratado, foi stabelecido que os cursos dos rios deveriam ser usados como limites territoriais entre os domínios ibéricos, a exemplo do Guaporé e do Madeira. Os rios, por sua vez, não eram apenas demarcadores de limites. Este artigo analisa de que maneira a Coroa portuguesa procurava se apropriar do Guaporé e quais mecanismos empregou com essa finalidade.
Resistencias y territorialidades indígenas en las fronteras de la Amazonía ibérica a mediados del siglo XVIII
Authors: Ibáñez Bonillo Pablo
Published: July 2024

Este artículo explora la situación de las fronteras amazónicas de los imperios ibéricos en el contexto de la aplicación del Tratado de Madrid (1750) y de la guerra de los Siete Años, que implicó a las principales potencias europeas desde 1756 y a las dos monarquías ibéricas entre 1762 y 1763. Se analizan diferentes escenarios de frontera, poniendo el énfasis en las modalidades de resistencia de los grupos indígenas que, en algunos casos, fueron capaces de modificar los planes de los ibéricos y condicionar el devenir de la guerra. Se presentan también algunas de las distintas territorialidades que existieron en aquellas fronteras, así como las variadas estrategias de ambas Coronas para imponer sus propios proyectos sobre las poblaciones que ocupaban las fronteras.
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Authors: Ibáñez-Bonillo Pablo , Chambouleyron Rafael
Published: July 2024

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PENGAWASAN DAN PEMANTAUAN PERTUMBUHAN JAMUR TIRAM DENGAN MEMANFAATKAN TEKNOLOGI INTERNET of THINGS (IoT)
Authors: Nasution Rizka Alivia , Masthura Masthura , Nasution Nazaruddin
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk merancang alat pengawasan dan pemantauan pertumbuhan  jamur tiram dengan memanfaatkan  teknologi internet of things (IoT). Proses pembuatan alat dimulai dari perancangan hardware dengan menghubungkan semua komponen, meliputi ESP32 dan sensor DHT22 untuk mengukur suhu dan kelembaban di kumbung, sensor pH Media Tanam untuk mengukur pH di media tanam, sensor kelembaban tanah untuk mengukur kelembaban di media tanam jamur tiram, BH1750 untuk penerangan otomatis di malam hari, RTC DS3231 untuk mengatur jadwal otomatis pada pompa air, dan LCD 20 x 4 untuk menampilkan informasi suhu, kelembaban, pH, dan cahaya (lux) di media tanam jamur yang dilanjutkan dengan perancangan software pada arduino dan aplikasi blynk untuk memantau dan mengawasi pertumbuhan jamur tiram melalui alat. Suhu yang optimal untuk budidaya jamur adalah 30,20°C dengan deviasi sebesar 0,7%, sedangkan kelembaban optimal di kumbung jamur tiram adalah 72,70% dengan deviasi sebesar 3,7%. Kadar pH optimal di media tanam untuk budidaya jamur tiram adalah 6,52 dengan deviasi sebesar 0,3%.
PROTOTIPE SISTEM SMART DOOR LOCK MENGGUNAKAN E-KTP DAN AUTOMATIC LIGHTING BERBASIS INTERNET OF THINGS (IoT)
Authors: Harahap Gery Syahputra , Daulay Abdul Halim , Nasution Nazaruddin
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membuat dan merancang sistem Smart Door Lock menggunakan E-KTP dan Automatic Lighting berbasis Internet Of Things (IoT). Sistem ini dirancang untuk membuka dan menutup pintu serta penyalaan lampu secara otomatis. Proses pembuatan alat diawali dengan perancangan perangkat keras dengan menghubungkan semua alat yaitu Arduino Uno, ESP 8266, sensor RFID, sensor PIR, dan sensor LDR yang dilanjutkan perancangan perangkat lunak pada arduino dan aplikasi blynk yang berfungsi untuk mengontrol sistem. Alat ini dibuat menggunakan bahan triplek dan akrilik dengan ukuran 50 cm x 100 cm x 45 cm. Sistem Smart Door Lock menggunakan E-KTP dan penyalaan lampu rumah otomatis berbasis Internet Of Things telah berhasil dibangun di mana pengujian pembukaan pintu E-KTP dapat terdeteksi dengan jarak terjauh 3 cm dalam waktu 1,27 detik dan pintu terbuka. Pengujian lampu luar akan hidup otomatis ketika terdeteksi keberadaan cahaya dalam keadaan gelap, dan pengujian lampu dalam akan hidup otomatis apabila terdeteksi gerakan dengan jarak terjauh 5 cm dalam waktu 1,35 detik.
IDENTIFIKASI AKUIFER AIR TANAH MENGGUNAKAN METODE GEOLISTRIK VERTICAL ELECTRICAL SOUNDING (VES) DI DAERAH SELAPARANG, NUSA TENGGARA BARAT
Authors: Multi Warni , Wijaya Arif , Jayatri Adella Ulyandana
Published: July 2024

Telah dilakukan investigasi akuifer air tanah di daerah Selaparang, Kota Mataram, Nusa Tenggara Barat dengan menggunakan metode geolistrik resistivitas konfigurasi Schlumberger. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah mengidentifikasi akuifer air tanah di daerah tersebut. Pengukuran data dilakukan di tiga titik yaitu SLPRG-1, SLPRG-2, dan SLPRG-3. Panjang lintasan SLPRG-1 adalah 225 meter sedangkan SLPRG-2 dan SLPRG-3 mencapai 150 meter dengan spasi 1 meter. Pengolahan data dilakukan dengan IPI2WIN untuk memperoleh gambaran distribusi resistivitas batuan secara 1D. Hasil interpretasi menunjukkan bahwa struktur batuan yang menyusun bawah permukaan di daerah penelitian terdiri atas lempung, pasir, batu pasir, batu gamping, dan kerikil. Dari tiga titik pengukuran, potensi akuifer air tanah tersusun atas pasir dan batupasir yang terletak pada rentang kedalaman 1,04 hingga 90,78 meter. Litologi pasir dan batu pasir tersebut merupakan jenis sedimen yang diprediksi cukup baik di daerah penelitian karena bersifat permeabel untuk menyimpan dan meloloskan air.
ANALYSIS OF MACHINE LEARNING ALGORITHM PERFORMANCE IN PREDICTING ULTISOL SOIL NUTRIENTS BASED ON IMPEDANCE VALUES
Authors: Amanda Dwi Rahmah , Samsidar Samsidar , Pebralia Jesi
Published: July 2024

A study comparing the performance of machine learning algorithms to predict soil nutrient values based on soil impedance has been conducted. The algorithm models used include Linear Model, K-Nearest Neighbors (K-NN) with n-neighbors 3, 18, 21, 24, 27, and 30, Decision Tree with max depth 3, and Random Forest with n-estimators 6 and 21. During the training phase, 10 model variations with the best performance were found, including Linear Model, K-NN (n-neighbors), Decision Tree (max depth 3), and Random Forest (n-estimators 6 and 21). In the testing phase, Random Forest (n-estimator 21) showed the best performance with MAE = 0.15%, MSE = 0.09%, RMSE = 0.31%, and accuracy = 99.85%. Regression analysis indicated an R-squared value of 0.924, indicating that most of the variations in soil impedance values can be explained by variations in soil nutrient values. A regression value approaching 1 indicates that the regression model used has a very good ability to explain the variations observed in the data. This indicates that most of the variations in the dependent variable (the variable being predicted, which is the nutrient values) can be explained by the independent variable (the predictor variable, which is the soil impedance values) in the model. Correlation analysis resulted in a strong negative correlation between impedance and Al, Fe, K, Ca, Zn, Ni, Ta, V, Cr, and Mn (values -0.81 to -0.99), while a positive correlation occurred with Mg, Si, S, Cl, Ti, Zr, and Ga (values 0.65 to 0.99). This indicates that an increase in impedance values is generally followed by an increase in nutrient values.
The Emotional Impact of Suicide Assessment: A Qualitative Study of Military Family Medicine Residents
Authors: McNamara Kathleen A. , Dixon Mark A. , Moss David A.
Published: July 2024

Background and Objectives: Assessing suicide risk in primary care settings has become standard practice; however, the emotional toll on medical providers remains understudied. This qualitative study examines the emotional impact of suicide assessments among family medicine residents.
Methods: We conducted one-on-one, semistructured, in-depth interviews with a convenience sample of residents enrolled in a family medicine residency program at a US military installation. Employing an exploratory, qualitative research approach, we iteratively coded transcribed interviews for content and themes.
Results: For this study, we interviewed 15 family medicine residents spanning all three postgraduate year groups. The primary objective of the comprehensive study was to evaluate the confidence levels of family medicine residents in suicide risk screening, with the intent to identify educational gaps for improvement. However, unexpectedly, participants revealed their profound negative emotional responses during these assessments. The emotional impact of suicide risk assessment was the most frequently coded theme in the study, with participants noting six main emotional reactions to assessing suicide risk among their patients: fear, weariness, anxiety, shock, overwhelm, and inadequacy.
Conclusions: Despite claims of emotional detachment, participants often expressed surprise and vulnerability when faced with suicidal patients. With suicide screening becoming increasingly vital in primary care, understanding and mitigating the emotional impact on physicians is essential. Future research should explore strategies to support medical providers in navigating these challenging interactions effectively for both the patients and themselves.
Farm-level production efficiency of smallholder rice farmers in Southwest, Nigeria
Authors: Coster Adeleke ,   Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria, Adewuyi Ayodele , Oladeinde Kayode ,   Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria,   Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria
Published: July 2024

An efficient food production system is a panacea for better output among farming households. However, this is not the case for Nigerian farmers who lacked access to resources for optimum food production thereby their productivity potential were undermined. Based on this premise, this study aimed to investigate the production efficiency of rice farming households in Southwest Nigeria using secondary data from the ECOWAS-RAAF-PASANAO Project. The study extracted data from 278 rice farming households sampled across six states in southwestern, Nigeria from the master data set. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, stochastic frontier analysis (SFA) and Tobin regression model. The results revealed that the majority of the rice farmers were male in their active and productive age and with low educational level. 62.9% of them had access to extension service and 64.7% had no access to credit. The average land area cultivated and the rice output of the respondents were 1.65 ha and 3123.57 kg, respectively, indicating smallholder and low productivity farm households. The result of the stochastic frontier analysis revealed that farm size, labour, herbicide and fertilizer were the factors that significantly increased the rice output, while the prices of land, tractor, herbicide and rice input significantly increased the production cost. The mean technical, allocative and economic efficiency of rice farmers were 0.62, 0.638 and 0.47 respectively, suggesting a potential for increasing rice production using the current technology, prices and fixed level of resources. Rice farmers’ production efficiency was significantly determined by gender, education, access to credit and extension contacts. The government policy intervention should address the efficiency challenges of the rice farmers in the study area. Keywords: farm-level, production efficiency, rice, smallholder, southwest