bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effects of Exergaming on Musculoskeletal Pain in Older Adults: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Authors: Mo Nan , Feng Jin yu , Liu Hai xia , Chen Xiao yu , Zhang Hui , Zeng Hui
Published: April 2023

Background

Exercise is effective for musculoskeletal pain. However, physical, social, and environmental factors make it difficult for older adults to persist in exercising. Exergaming is a new pathway that combines exercise with gameplay and may be helpful for older adults to overcome these difficulties and engage in regular exercise.

Objective

This systematic review aimed to determine the efficacy of exergaming to improve musculoskeletal pain in older adults.

Methods

The search was performed in 5 databases (PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library). The risk of bias for randomized controlled studies was assessed using the revised Cochrane Risk of Bias tool in randomized trials (RoB 2), and the methodological quality was assessed using the Physiotherapy Evidence-Based Database scale. Standardized mean difference and 95% CI were calculated using fixed-effects model meta-analyses in the Review Manager version 5.3 (RevMan 5.3).

Results

Seven randomized controlled studies were included, which contained 264 older adults. Three of the 7 studies reported significant improvements in pain after the exergaming intervention, but only 1 reported a significant difference between groups after adjustment for baseline (P<.05), and another reported a significant improvement in thermal pain between the 2 groups (P<.001). The results of the meta-analysis of the 7 studies showed no statistically significant improvement in pain compared to the control group (standardized mean difference –0.22; 95% CI –0.47 to 0.02; P=.07).

Conclusions

Although the effects of exergames on musculoskeletal pain in older adults are unknown, exergame training is generally safe, fun, and appealing to older adults. Unsupervised exercise at home is feasible and cost-effective. However, most of the current studies have used commercial exergames, and it is recommended that there should be more cooperation between industries in the future to develop professional rehabilitation exergames that are more suitable for older adults. The sample sizes of the studies included are small, the risk of bias is high, and the results should be interpreted with caution. Further randomized controlled studies with large sample sizes, high quality, and rigor are needed in the future.

Trial Registration

PROSPERO International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews CRD42022342325; https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/display_record.php?RecordID=342325
A Computational Platform to Support the Detection, Follow-up, and Epidemiological Surveillance of Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders: Protocol for a Development and Evaluation Study
Authors: Martínez-Miranda Juan , Meza Magallanes Martha Janet , Silva-Peña Cándido , Mercado Rivas Martha Xitlali , Figueroa-Varela María del Rocío , Sánchez Aranda Magda Lidiana
Published: April 2023

Background

According to the World Health Organization, approximately 15% of the global population is affected by mental health or substance use disorders. These conditions contribute significantly to the global disease burden, which has worsened because of the direct and indirect effects of COVID-19. In Mexico, a quarter of the population between the ages of 18 and 65 years who reside in urban areas present a mental health condition. The presence of a mental or substance abuse disorder is behind a significant percentage of suicidal behaviors in Mexico, where only 1 in 5 of those who have these disorders receive any treatment.

Objective

This study aims to develop, deploy, and evaluate a computational platform to support the early detection and intervention of mental and substance use disorders in secondary and high schools as well as primary care units. The platform also aims to facilitate monitoring, treatment, and epidemiological surveillance ultimately helping specialized health units at the secondary level of care.

Methods

The development and evaluation of the proposed computational platform will run during 3 stages. In stage 1, the identification of the functional and user requirements and the implementation of the modules to support the screening, follow-up, treatment, and epidemiological surveillance will be performed. In stage 2, the initial deployment of the screening module will be carried out in a set of secondary and high schools, as well as the deployment of the modules to support the follow-up, treatment, and epidemiological surveillance processes in primary and secondary care health units. In parallel, during stage 2, patient applications to support early interventions and continuous monitoring will also be developed. Finally, during stage 3, the deployment of the complete platform will be performed jointly with a quantitative and qualitative evaluation.

Results

The screening process has started, and 6 schools have been currently enrolled. As of February 2023, a total of 1501 students have undergone screening, and the referral of those students presenting a risk in mental health or substance use to primary care units has also started. The development, deployment, and evaluation of all the modules of the proposed platform are expected to be completed by late 2024.

Conclusions

The expected results of this study are to impact a better integration between the different levels of health care, from early detection to follow-up and epidemiological surveillance of mental and substance use disorders contributing to reducing the gap in the attention to these problems in the community.

International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID)

DERR1-10.2196/44607
A Novel System to Monitor Tic Attacks for Tourette Syndrome Using Machine Learning and Wearable Technology: Preliminary Survey Study and Proposal for a New Sensing Device (Preprint)
Authors: Rajinikanth Agni , Clark Davis Kevin , Kapsetaki Marianna Evangelia
Published: April 2023

BACKGROUND

Tourette syndrome is a neurological disorder that is characterized by repeated unintentional physical movement and vocal sounds, better known as tics. Cases of mild Tourette can have tics numerous times throughout the day, while severe cases may have tics every 5 to 10 seconds. At certain times, typically during high levels of stress, tics become chained in an incessant, continuous fashion—this is known as a tic attack. Tic attacks incapacitate the patient, rendering it difficult for them to move, perform daily actions, and even communicate with others. Caretakers—usually guardians, family members, or nurses—can help reduce the time tic attacks last with their presence and by providing emotional support to the patient.

OBJECTIVE

We describe TSBand, a wearable wristband that uses machine learning algorithms and a variety of sensors to monitor for tic attacks and notify caretakers when an attack occurs.

METHODS

We conducted a research survey with 70 Tourette patients to determine the usability and functionality of TSBand; internal review board approval was not required.

RESULTS

This study has resulted in a smart wristband prototype that costs US $62.74; it uses movement, heart rate, sweat, and body temperature to detect tic attacks using a hybrid local outlier factoring and regression algorithm. An audio tic attack detection mechanism is also included, using recurrent neural networks, and a manually activated backup button and backup audio mechanism are fitted to alert caretakers on the personalized companion app.

CONCLUSIONS

TSBand enables the caretaker to provide support faster and prevent excessive self-harm or injury during the attack. It is an affordable and effective solution, solving a problem that many Tourette patients, often children, face. This study has not had the opportunity to test TSBand with any Tourette patients, and we aim to perform rigorous testing and analysis after grant funding is secured.
Psychodermatological Disorders in Patients With Primary Psychiatric Conditions: Cross-Sectional Study (Preprint)
Authors: Ajani Atinuke Arinola , Olanrewaju Fatai Olatunde , Oninla Olumayowa Abimbola , Ibigbami Olanrewaju , Mosaku Samuel Kolawole , Onayemi Olaniyi Emmanuel , Olasode Olayinka
Published: April 2023

BACKGROUND

Psychodermatological disorders (PDs) and their associations with mental health problems are one of the most frequent research themes in dermatology outpatient settings. Surprisingly, very few studies have been conducted to evaluate PDs among patients with primary psychiatric conditions. As such, the relationship between preexisting psychiatric conditions and comorbid PDs is underrepresented in the literature.

OBJECTIVE

This study examined the prevalence and distribution of PDs among adults with primary psychiatric conditions and determined their association with underlying psychiatric diagnoses.

METHODS

We conducted a cross-sectional analysis at a tertiary health care facility in southwestern Nigeria. Comorbid PDs were identified and classified using preexisting classification systems. A bivariate analysis was conducted to determine the association between PDs and underlying psychiatric conditions. The level of statistical significance was set at P<.05.

RESULTS

The study included 107 patients with mental health disorders, of whom 64 (59.8%) were female. The mean age of the patients was 40.73 (SD 13.08) years. A total of 75 (75/107, 70%) patients had at least one comorbid PD. The prevalence of PDs was highest in patients with affective disorders (15/20, 75%) and least in those with schizophrenia (45/66, 68%). PDs associated with delusions or hallucinations and somatoform symptoms were 9 and 13 times more frequent in patients with anxiety disorders compared to those with other psychiatric conditions (P=.01; odds ratio [OR] 9.88, 95% CI 1.67-58.34 and P=.003; OR 13.13, 95% CI 2.34-73.65), respectively. In contrast, patients with schizophrenia were significantly less likely to be diagnosed with dermatoses resulting from delusions or hallucinations (P=.002; OR 0.04, 95% CI 0.00-0.75). A weak but significant negative association was also found between psychophysiological PDs and anxiety disorders (ϕ=–0.236; P=.02).

CONCLUSIONS

This study provides important insights into the overwhelming burden of psychodermatological conditions in patients with mental health disorders and specific associations with underlying psychiatric diagnosis.
Використання хірургічних навігаційних шаблонів при декомпресії орбіти в лікуванні ендокринної орбітопатії
Authors: Prusak O.I.
Published: April 2023

Актуальність. Ендокринна орбітопатія (ЕО) зустрічається в молодих осіб працездатного віку, негативно впливає на якість життя, може призвести до втрати зору, що є медико-соціальною проблемою. При тяжкому й середньому ступені тяжкості ендокринної орбітопатії застосовують хірургічну декомпресію, частота ускладнень якої становить від 9,3 до 35 %. На сьогодні пошук нових можливостей для профілактики післяопераційних ускладнень є актуальною проблемою щелепно-лицевої хірургії та офтальмології. Мета: оцінити результати лікування та визначити частоту ускладнень при проведенні декомпресії орбіти з використанням хірургічних навігаційних шаблонів при лікуванні пацієнтів з ендокринною орбітопатією. Матеріали та методи. Проведено аналіз результатів декомпресії орбіти у 17 пацієнтів з ЕО, що проходили лікування на базі Київської обласної клінічної лікарні та Київської міської клінічної лікарні № 1 в період з 2017 по 2021 р. Для проведення дослідження нами був використаний відповідний цифровий протокол. Результати. За даними передопераційної екзофтальмометрії, середня величина екзофтальму на правому та лівому оці становила 23,75 ± 3,07 мм і 24,27 ± 3,26 мм відповідно. В післяопераційному періоді виявлено, що середня величина екзофтальму для правого ока становила 18,88 ± 2,18 мм, для лівого — 19,47 ± 3,01 мм; статистично вірогідної відмінності в обстежуваній групі також не було виявлено (p = 0,892). Середня величина зменшення екзофтальму в досліджуваній групі — 4,84 ± 0,27 мм. За допомогою методів варіативної статистики нами було підтверджено вірогідне зменшення величини екзофтальму в досліджуваній групі порівняно з передопераційними показниками (р < 0,001). Серед післяопераційних ускладнень у терміни спостереження 3 місяці в одного хворого нами спостерігалася диплопія, а після лікування трьох пацієнтів зберігалася гіпестезія у зоні іннервації ІІ гілки трійчастого нерва. При проведенні декомпресії 5 орбіт було виявлено незначну кровотечу, що не потребувала додаткових методів зупинки. При цьому в жодному випадку ми не спостерігали такого загрозливого післяопераційного ускладнення, як лікворея. Висновки. При лікуванні пацієнтів з ЕО використання CAD/CAM технології дозволяє вдосконалити етап планування оперативного втручання завдяки можливості віртуальної симуляції кісткової декомпресії орбіти на передопераційному етапі. Використання хірургічних навігаційних шаблонів при декомпресії орбіти в лікуванні ендокринної орбітопатії дозволяє досягти суттєвого зменшення екзофтальму (у середньому на 4,84 ± 0,27 мм) на фоні зменшення площі кісткової резекції, що знижує ризик післяопераційних ускладнень.
Personality Prediction using CV, Deep Learning
Authors: Dhanke Sham , Dhepe Sakshi , Dave Manthan , Inamdar Shantanu
Published: April 2023

Abstract: In this study, Deep Learning technologies are used to recognize personalities from CVs or resumes. The system for automating the evaluation of candidates' overall qualifications throughout the recruiting process is presented in this work. Based on the submitted CV or resume, which is assessed by an artificial intelligence algorithm, the system verifies the professional skills. The list comprises of terms that are pertinent to the position and best align with the applicant's qualifications. Recruiters may swiftly scan big candidate pools using the tool, which was created based on this study, to look for prospective job matches. This system's key benefit is that it automates the appropriateness evaluation procedure, freeing recruiters to concentrate on other crucial activities. Another benefit is that it gives applicant profiles to help employers and employees match up for open positions. When reviewing a CV, for instance, if a candidate hasn't completed a personality test but has been hired in the past successfully, the CV will automatically receive a score based on that evaluation.
Self-leadership and employees' contextual performance: The roles of psychological empowerment and impression management motives
Authors: Shen Ming-Horng
Published: April 2023

This study explored the impact of self-leadership on employees' contextual performance, focusing on the mediating role of psychological empowerment and the moderating role of impression management motives. A two-wave survey was conducted via convenience sampling and temporal separation
with 202 entry-level employees who had been working for more than 6 months in service and manufacturing industries in Taiwan. The findings of this study were as follows: (a) self-leadership was positively associated with employees' contextual performance, (b) psychological empowerment mediated
the relationship between self-leadership and contextual performance, and (c) impression management motives moderated the relationship between psychological empowerment and contextual performance. The research results have theoretical and practical significance, and implications are discussed
along with study limitations and future research directions.
Coworker incivility and proactive behavior: Roles of emotional energy and mindfulness
Authors: Chen Wei , Hu Enhua
Published: April 2023

Moving beyond existing perspectives (e. g., individual difference and leaderrelated factors), we examined the relationship between coworker incivility and proactive behavior. Drawing on affective events theory and the model of proactive motivation, we focused on the mediating role of
employees' emotional energy and the moderating role of mindfulness. To test our model, we analyzed data obtained through a three-wave survey completed by 346 employees. The results indicated that coworker incivility was negatively related to employees' proactive behavior, emotional energy
mediated this relationship, and mindfulness buffered both the relationship between coworker incivility and emotional energy and the indirect effect of coworker incivility on proactive behavior through emotional energy. We discuss theoretical and practical implications and indicate future research
directions.
STUDY OF TRIBOTECHNICAL PROPERTIES OF POLYAMIDE COMPOSITES
Authors:   Mordovia State University. N.P. Ogareva, RADAYKINA ELENA , KOTIN ALEKSANDR
Published: April 2023

Antifriction self-lubricating polymer composites are increasingly being used for the manufacture of parts of tribo-conjugation machines. (Research purpose) The research purpose is studying the tribological properties of polyamide composites filled with molybdenum disulfide MoS2 and compare the obtained values with pure polyamide 6. (Materials and methods) Compounding was carried out on a laboratory two-rotor mixer HAAKE PolyLab Pheomix 600 OS with Roller rotors at a temperature of 230 degrees Celsius and a rotor speed of 50 revolutions per minute until constant values of torque and melt temperature were reached. It was determined that the concentration of molybdenum disulfide varied from 2 to 10 percent. Cylindrical samples were made for the experiment by hot transfer molding on a Gibitre GT-7014-H50C hydraulic press, with a diameter of 2 ± 0.01 millimeters, a length of 5 ± 0.1 millimeters. Tribotechnical tests were carried out on the developed prefix to the HAAKE MARS III rheometer. (Results and discussion) It was found that the addition of molybdenum disulfide to polyamide 6 significantly increases the wear resistance of the composite by reducing the coefficient of friction. At the same time, the content of this filler in the compound should not exceed about 5 percent. (Conclusions) As a result of the conducted experimental studies, it was found that the introduction of molybdenum disulfide into polyamide 6 significantly increases the wear resistance of the composite. Taking into account the previously conducted studies of the physical and mechanical properties of these composites, the concentration of molybdenum disulfide in them in the range from 2 to 5 percent is recommended. The resulting polymer compositions can be successfully used for the manufacture of tribo-coupling parts of both new and refurbished machines.
CONTRIBUTION OF P.L. CHEBYSHEV TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF PRACTICAL MECHANICS IN RUSSIA
Authors:   Moscow Automobile and Road Engineering State Technical University, SMYK ALEKSANDRA , ARTAMONOV ARTUR
Published: April 2023

The scientific creativity of academician P.L. Chebyshev (1821-1894) is connected with the history of the development of practical mechanics, which is the application of mathematical principles to the construction of machines. In addition to outstanding works on the theory of prime numbers, probability theory and other areas of mathematics, P.L. Chebyshev founded the mathematical theory of machine synthesis and developed a number of important concepts of mechanisms. (Research purpose) The research purpose is presenting the program of P.L. Chebyshev's scientific activity aimed at the search for a mathematical theory of machine synthesis; to conduct a historical and scientific study of the problem of the genesis of P.L. Chebyshev's interest in applied mechanics. (Materials and methods) Studied the original works of P.L. Chebyshev, materials of historical and scientific research in domestic and foreign literature, archival information. (Results and discussion) The questions of the genesis of P.L. Chebyshev's interest in the development of practical mechanics were investigated. Among the factors that influenced the active activity of P.L. Chebyshev and outstanding results in the field of practical mechanics, the following were considered: interaction with N.V. Brashman during his studies at Moscow University; study of classical works by J.-V. Poncelet; personal contacts during foreign business trips and further interaction with famous European mathematicians and mechanics of that time; visiting and detailed study of the museums of machines and models in Paris, Brussels, London. We paid attention to the goal that the scientist set for himself - to minimize costs and achieve the greatest efficiency in the operation of machines. This is confirmed by the preserved sample of a continuous mechanical calculating machine, developed and created with the direct participation of P.L. Chebyshev. (Conclusions) P.L. Chebyshev made an outstanding contribution to the development of practical mechanics in Russia, laid the foundations of the theory of synthesis of mechanisms, became the founder of the theory of the structure of plane mechanisms.
THE METHOD OF THERMAL ENERGY RECOVERY OF EXHAUST GASES OF INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE
Authors:   Bashkir State Agrarian University, SAMIKOV RUSLAN , NIGMATULLIN SHAMIL , KOZEEV ARSENIY , RAZYAPOV MAHMUT
Published: April 2023

In modern internal combustion engines, the part of the fuel energy that is consumed for useful energy is on average 35 percent. Up to 30 percent is spent during the combustion of fuel, which is removed with the exhaust gases of the engine. There are many ways to increase the efficiency of an internal combustion engine, one of which is a way to increase the efficiency by recuperating heat losses, implying the use of a device for converting thermal energy into electrical energy, operating on the Seebeck effect. (Research purpose) The research purpose is developing an experimental installation for the recovery of thermal energy from exhaust gases of an internal combustion engine into electrical energy and deducing the regularities of the thermoelectric generator in the power supply system in automotive equipment. (Materials and methods) Applied methods of numerical analysis and computer modeling using computer programs ANSYS Thermal Steady State and Solidworks FlowSimulation. A laboratory stand operating from the D-65 engine was used as a power plant (Results and discussion) The dependencies of the generated voltage and current of the thermoelectric generator on the temperature of the exhaust gases and coolant of the internal combustion engine were obtained. The maximum generated power of the developed thermoelectric generator was 54.5 watts. The maximum current of the thermoelectric generator during operation of the experimental installation was 3.7 amperes with an output voltage of 22 volts. (Conclusions) The use of the developed thermoelectric generator for the recovery of the energy of the exhaust gases of the internal combustion engine makes it possible to increase the use of the heat released during the combustion of fuel and provides an additional source of electrical energy.
METHODS FOR ASSESSING WORKING CONDITIONS IN ORGANIZATIONS
Authors:   Russian State Agrarian University - Moscow State Agricultural Academy named after K.A. Timiryazev, KRAVCHENKO IGOR , KULAKOVA EVGENIYA , ALIBEKOVA IRINA , VELICHKO YULIYA , TOYGAMBAEV SERIK ,   Institute of Mechanical Engineering named after A.A. Blagonravova Russian Academy of Sciences,   Orel State Agrarian University named after N.V. Parakhin,   National Research Mordovia State University named after N.P. Ogarev
Published: April 2023

The paper characterizes the methods of comprehensive assessment of the effectiveness of work on safety, describes mechanisms for analyzing and monitoring the identification of deviations in occupational safety in the production activities of organizations in order to develop and implement measures to eliminate them. (Research purpose) The research purpose is developing a mechanism for assessing, analyzing and controlling the identification of labor protection deviations in the production activities of enterprises. (Materials and methods) The article describes the hazard coefficient, and the reduction coefficient as criteria for evaluating work on labor protection. We have developed valid tests to assess sanitary and hygienic indicators, injury risk, the effectiveness of the use of personal protective equipment and the organization of work on labor protection. The creation of a special commission is recommended, which should include specialists from various professional fields, as conditions for the implementation of professional safety mechanisms. The existing integral indicator for risk assessment does not take into account the loss of working time caused by diseases with temporary disability and a decrease in the level of efficiency when working in adverse conditions. For a more objective accounting of these losses, we studied and presented the criterion of an integral assessment of operability. (Results and discussion) An integral indicator of occupational risk was calculated taking into account the frequency and severity of injuries of an accident, a fatal accident, occupational diseases, diseases with temporary disability. We have implemented an organoleptic scoring assessment of indicators of working conditions, on the basis of which six categories of harmfulness (severity) of work have been introduced. (Conclusions) The proposed method of integral assessment of the severity of labor makes it possible to determine the effectiveness of work to ensure safety and to take into account losses due to injuries and occupational diseases, as well as losses associated with a decrease in working capacity and temporary disability.
MATHEMATICAL MODELING AND EXPERIMENTAL STUDY OF THE PROCESS OF ELECTROMAGNETIC-CONVECTIVE DRYING OF PLANT MATERIALS
Authors:   State Agrarian University - Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy, RUDOBASHTA STANISLAV
Published: April 2023

The work on electromagnetic drying with heat supply to the dried material using high and ultrahigh frequency currents and in the infrared frequency range - with oscillating energy supply is analyzed. (Research purpose) The research purpose is in analytical mathematical describing the oscillating electromagnetic-convective drying of materials, as well as the method of drying seeds of vegetable crops, non-traditional and rare plants that improve their sowing qualities. (Materials and methods) Obtained solutions to the problems of heating the material using the analytical method of integral transformations. Experimental studies were carried out on oscillating infrared drying on seeds of vegetable crops, non-traditional and rare plants. (Results and discussion) The combined electromagnetic-convective drying of materials was considered, in which the energy for drying is supplied using an electromagnetic field and convectively using a preheated drying agent. Mathematical models describing the digitizing heating of bodies of different shapes (unlimited plate, infinite cylinder, ball) under conditions of convective drying were analyzed. The results of numerical modeling of the process of oscillating infrared drying of onion seeds in a fluidized bed are presented, which show that the necessary technological drying mode can be found by numerical modeling based on the obtained models. (Conclusions) Presented mathematical models that allow numerical modeling of electromagnetic-convective drying and finding the required hardware and technological design of the process. It was determined that oscillating infrared drying of seeds of vegetable crops, non-traditional and rare plants when the seed temperature fluctuates from tmin = 34 degrees Celsius to tmax = 40 degrees Celsius causes seed stimulation, which manifests itself in an increase in germination energy and germination. It was found that the germination of vegetable seeds increases by 11-24 percent (from control), and the germination energy - by 12-73 percent, seeds of non-traditional and rare plants, respectively, by 13-24 percent and 14-82 percent.
LUMINESCENT PROPERTIES OF MILK OF DIFFERENT FAT CONTENT DURING SOURING
Authors:   Federal Scientific Agroengineering Center VIM, BELYAKOV MIKHAIL , SAMARIN GENNADIY , EFREMENKOV IGOR , KUDRYAVTSEV ALEKSANDR ,   National Research University “Moscow Power Engineering Institute”
Published: April 2023

The use of optical spectral methods can help in solving problems that arise during the processing of milk and dairy products. Traditional analytical methods (for example, physico-chemical measurements, sensory analysis, chromatography) are relatively expensive, time-consuming and require chemicals and sophisticated analytical equipment, as well as qualified personnel. There is a need to develop faster and less costly ways to monitor changes in the quality of milk and other dairy products during processing and storage. Many non-destructive and non-invasive instrumental methods are available for embedded and online monitoring of food products. These include fluorescence spectroscopy, reflective spectroscopy of the middle and near infrared range, nuclear magnetic resonance, and so on. (Research purpose) The research purpose is studying the photoluminescent characteristics and parameters of milk of various fat content during its souring. (Materials and methods) Measurements of the spectral characteristics of milk excitation in the range of 200-500 nanometers were performed on the Fluorat-02-Panorama spectrofluorimeter. (Results and discussion) An increase in luminescence intensity was noted at an excitation wavelength of 442 nanometers and its decrease at 262 nanometers after a given period of time for a fat content of 3.2 percent. It was determined that for a fat content of 1.5 percent at an excitation wavelength of 262 nanometers, the trend persists, but at an excitation wavelength of 442 nanometers, on the contrary, the luminescence intensity decreases, which requires clarifying experiments. (Conclusions) The obtained results indicate the dependence of milk souring and changes in luminescence intensity over time. It was stated that this observation can be the basis for further research in the field of quality control of dairy products by non-destructive testing based on optical methods.
Peran Order Taker Housekeeping Departement di Pullman Bali Legian Beach Hotel and Resort
Authors: Swandewi Putu Anindya , Sinaga Firman
Published: April 2023

Order taker termasuk bagian di dalam ruangan atau office housekeeping department yang dalam tugasnya terlihat mudah dimana sebatas duduk di belakang meja serta menerima dan mengangkat telepon saja, namun terdapat tanggung jawab besar yang dimiliki order taker yaitu menginformasikan status kamar tamu yang siap untuk dijual front office. Pelaksanaan penelitian ini dengan tujuan mengetahui bagaimana seorang Order Taker menghadapi masalah ketika kamar yang diinginkan tamu masih dengan status dirty. Dalam penelitian ini penulis menemukan masalah permintaan kamar sudah siap digunakan namun kamar tersebut masih berstatus dirty. Metode penelitian kualitatif dipergunakan sebagai metode untuk penelitian ini dengan data yang dikumpulkan melalui teknik observasi, wawancara, serta studi kepustakaan. Hasil penelitian yang sudah dilakukan yaitu mengetahui bagaimana peran order taker di Pullman Bali Legian Beach Hotel and resort, serta mengetahui tindakan yang dilakukan oleh order taker ketika mendapatkan permintaan kamar yang sudah siap pakai tetapi masih memiliki status dirty. Jadi, simpulannya bahwa order taker housekeeping berperan krusial di dalam hotel, dimana fungsinya yaitu sebagai pelayanan housekeeping terkait status kamar agar dapat segera ditindak lanjuti untuk memastikan tamu yang menginginkan pelayanan dapat segera ditindaklanjuti oleh staff housekeeping dengan efektif serta melayani complaint atau permintaan dari departement lain mengenai status kamar.
 
Order taker is part in the housekeeping department that located inside of room that looks simple in its duties, just sitting behind the desk picking up and receiving calls. But the order taker has a big responsibility in providing information about the status of guest rooms that are ready to be sold by the front office. The purpose of this research is to find out finding out how an Order Taker faces a problem when the room the guest wants is still dirty. In this study the authors/ researcher found the problem of requesting rooms that were ready for use but the desired room still in status of “dirty”. The method used is a qualitative research method with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and literature study. The results of the research that has been done are knowing how the role of order takers is at Pullman Bali Legian Beach Hotel and resort, and knowing the actions taken by order takers when they get requests for rooms that are ready to use but still have a status “dirty”. So, the conclusion is that the order taker housekeeping is an important part in the hotel, which functions as a housekeeping service related to the status of the room so that it can be followed up immediately to ensure that guests who want services can be followed up by the housekeeping staff effectively and serve complaints or requests from other departments regarding the status of the room.
Verano Display
Authors: Tiago Vieira
Published: April 2023

This is a display font project developed for Type Design class,in the MA Graphic Design and Editorial Projects, in Faculdadade de Belas Artes do Porto.

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Measuring Burnout in Zoo & Aquarium Professionals: A Case for Equity and Justice
Authors: Marino Jordan
Published: April 2023

This study analyzed the rates of burnout in zoo and aquarium employees
to determine who experiences burnout. Previous research has examined
which demographic groups experience harassment and discrimination, but
not much research has shown which demographic groups experience burnout.
This study looked at who is experiencing burnout at zoos and aquariums
and the factors that may lead to higher levels of burnout. Researchers
distributed a survey to recruit individuals working or who have
previously worked at a zoo or aquarium. Of 616 respondents, 91%
reported they experienced burnout while working at a zoo or aquarium,
and 60% stated they left a position because of burnout. Survey
participants who identified as Black, Indigenous, and/or people of color
were significantly more likely than those identified as White to leave
their positions because of burnout. Participants who experienced
harassment and discrimination in their workplace were significantly more
likely to experience burnout and leave their positions because of it.
There was a strong positive correlation between how often people
experienced negative things at work and the percentage of people who
experienced burnout. On the other hand, there was a strong negative
correlation between people experiencing positive things and the
percentage of burnout. The results of this survey indicate that clear
and transparent communication between staff, leaders, stakeholders, and
decision-makers is critical to better understanding employees’ needs and
preventing burnout.

Marino. (2023). Measuring Burnout in Zoo and Aquarium Professionals: A
Case for Equity and Justice. Animal Keepers’ Forum, 50(4),
103-108.
Acceptable migration of a fully cemented rotating hinge-type knee revision system measured in 20 patients with model-based RSA with a 2-year follow-up
Authors: Van Laarhoven Simon N , Te Molder Malou E M , Van Hellemondt Gijs G , Heesterbeek Petra J C
Published: April 2023

Background and purpose: Rotating hinged knee implants are highly constrained prostheses used in cases in which adequate stability is mandatory. Due to their constraint nature, multidirectional stresses are directed through the bone–cement–implant interface, which might affect fixation and survival. The goal of this study was to assess micromotion of a fully cemented rotating hinged implant using radiostereometric analysis (RSA).Patients and methods: 20 patients requiring a fully cemented rotating hinge-type implant were included. RSA images were taken at baseline, 6 weeks, and 3, 6, 12, and 24 months postoperatively. Micromotion of femoral and tibial components referenced to markers in the bone was assessed with model-based RSA software, using implant CAD models. Total translation (TT), total rotation (TR), and maximal total point motion (MTPM) were calculated (median and range).Results: At 2 years, TTfemur was 0.38 mm (0.15–1.5), TRfemur was 0.71° (0.37–2.2), TTtibia was 0.40 mm (0.08–0.66), TRtibia was 0.53° (0.30–2.4), MTPMfemur was 0.87 mm (0.54–2.8), and MTPMtibia was 0.66 mm (0.29–1.6). Femoral components showed more outliers (> 1 mm, > 1°) compared with tibial components.Conclusion: Fixation of this fully cemented rotating hinge-type revision implant seems adequate in the first 2 years after surgery. Femoral components showed more outliers, in contrast to previous RSA studies on condylar revision total knee implants.
Pengelolaan Taman Pujaan Bangsa di Margarana Tabanan Bali
Authors: Sugiantiningsih Anak Agung Putu , I Made Adiwidya Yowana  , I Made Yunita  , I Gede Putu Yasa  , Moch.Noor  , I Gde Oka Saputra
Published: April 2023

Monumen Nasional Taman Pujaan Bangsa (TPB) Margarana yang merupakan sebuah monumen peringatan yang didirikan untuk mengenang tragedi Puputan Margarana, di Desa Marga, Kecamatan Marga, Kabupaten Tabanan, Bali. Monumen ini seluas sembilan hektar, terbagi menjadi tiga bagian mengikuti konsep Tri Mandala yakni hulu, tengah dan hilir. Dibagian hulu (utara) dengan luas areal empat hektar, merupakan komplek bangunan suci yang disebut Taman Pujaan Bangsa, terdiri atas bangunan–bangunan seperti, Candi Pahlawan Margarana; berdiri megah setinggi 17 meter, dengan bentuk persegi lima. Disini terpahat secara berangkai isi surat Jawaban I Gusti Ngurah Rai (Pemimpin Dewan Pejuang Bali) kepada Overste Termeulen (Belanda), yang menggambarkan kebesaran jiwa perjuangan dan patriotisme bangsa Indonesia umumnya dan masyarakat Bali khususnya.
Education on Electromagnetic Waves Exposure from Smart Devices in Elementary School
Authors: Kusumawardhani Eka , Putra Leonardus Sandy Ade , Nugraheni Putranty Widha , Tarbiyatun Nasyin Maleiva Lalak , Wicaksono Romario Aldrian
Published: April 2023

Advances in science and technology are increasingly sophisticated and complex. Smart devices, smartphones, tablets, and other complicated media mark the rapid development of communication technology. Smart devices are electronic devices, generally connected to other devices or networks via different wireless protocols. One example of a smart device that is widely used is a smartphone. People frequently use smartphones as a communication tool in the current global era. As a result, most people are dependent on these devices, which can expose them to harmful electromagnetic waves. Given the dangers smartphones can cause to people, it is recommended to limit the use of smartphones. Therefore, the purpose of implementing this community service is to educate the public, especially students and teachers at SDN 16 Bekut, on the dangers of smartphone radiation. This is done by educating people about the need to use smartphones responsibly and not excessively. Based on the questionnaire results and recapitulation of the results of this activity, it was found that the level of understanding and satisfaction index of the actifvity participants reached 86.45%.
Cultivating Fish with the Yumina Bumina System as a Solution to Increasing Community Productivity
Authors: Nyoman Dwika Ayu Amrita  , I Dewa Gede Putra Sedana  , I Wayan Arya Sugiarta  , Tri Hayatining Pamungkas  , Anak Agung Gede Agung Indra Prathama
Published: April 2023

The aquaculture sector has an important role for the development of a country. Aquaculture not only plays an important role in economic growth, but also in the food security of a region. Aquaculture is important because this sector produces products or commodities that are not only of high economic value but also functionally useful. Therefore, the purpose of this community service is to provide fish farming assistance with the Yumina Bumina system to increase community productivity. Service activities begin with collecting information through interviews with related parties regarding strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and constraints in catfish farming, then proceed with counseling to Pokdakan Mina Jaya about benefits and sustainability and their impact on partner production and marketing levels. the resulting catfish. This community service activity was carried out for 2 months. The partner in this service activity is the Mina Jaya Catfish Cultivation Group located in Banjar Laplap Kauh, Penatih Dangin Puri Village, East Denpasar with 17 members. The result of this community service is that partners can apply the Yumina-Bumina technology system. The implications of this activity are business opportunities, increased income, and employment.
Pengembangan Instrumen Penilaian Keterampilan Berbicara pada Anak Kelompok B
Authors: Parmini Ni Made , Putu Parmiti Desak , Astawan I Gede
Published: April 2023

Rendahnya kualitas penilaian keterampilan berbicara anak menyebabkan evaluasi yang dilakukan di sekolah kurang optimal dan pembelajaran keterampilan berbicara belum optimal dilakukan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menghasilkan instrumen penilaian keterampilan berbicara pada anak kelompok B. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan research and development dengan model yaitu model RDR (Research, Development, Research) yang dikembangkan oleh Borg & Gall. Tahapan model RDR terdiri dari 2 tahap yaitu  research (studi pendahuluan), dan development (pengembangan). Subjek dalam penelitian ini adalah instrumen penilaian keterampilan berbicara pada anak kelompok B Taman Kanak-kanak. Lembar kuesioner dirancang berdasarkan kisi-kisi dengan jumlah pernyataan 10 butir. Jenis pernyataan yang digunakan terdiri atas pernyataan positif dan negatif. Pilihan penyataan yang diisi oleh guru menggunakan skala likert. Pengujian validitas instrumen penilaian ini dilakukan melalui uji validitas isi dan uji reliabilitas. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa kualitas instrumen yang dihasilkan valid berkualitas baik dan siap untuk digunakan dalam melakukan evaluasi dan penilaian keterampilan berbicara anak. Dengan adanya instrumen yang valid dan mempunyai kualitas baik, diharapkan dapat membantu penilaian yang dilakukan guna mengefisienkan pembelajaran.
Panduan Pembelajaran Guided Discovery Learning untuk Meningkatkan Keterampilan Proses Sains pada Anak
Authors: Sumiatiari Ni Made Nopi , Gading I Ketut , Ujianti Putu Rahayu
Published: April 2023

Stimulasi keterampilan proses sains penting untuk meningkatkan kemampuan analisis masalah pada anak usia dini. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan dan menguji keterterimaan (acceptability) buku panduan pembelajaran guided discovery learning untuk meningkatkan keterampilan proses sains anak kelompok B. Buku panduan ini merupakan instrumen bagi guru TK dalam meningkatkan keterampilan proses sains anak. Prosedur pengembangan dalam penelitian ini mengikuti model pengembangan 4D yang terbatas hanya pada pengujian validasi isi. Lima orang pakar dan praktisi dilibatkan untuk menilai kelayakan buku panduan. Instrumen yang digunakan untuk penilaian terdiri dari 26 item yang mengacu pada keterterimaan buku panduan. Analisis hasil penelitian menggunakan formulasi perhitungan content validity rasio. Hasil analisis menunjukan validasi ahli buku panduan model pembelajaran guided discovery learning memiliki indeks validitas isi (CVI) sebesar 0,95 yang berarti sangat baik atau istimewa. Berdasarkan hasil tersebut, dapat disimpulkan bahwa buku panduan pembelajaran guided discovery learning yang dikembangkan dalam penelitian ini telah memenuhi kriteria keterterimaan untuk digunakan sebagai instrumen dalam melaksanakan pembelajaran guided discovery learning.
Evaluasi Pelaksanaan Pembelajaran Jarak Jauh di Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Savitri Muthia Rahma , Putra Made
Published: April 2023

Abstrak Kurangnya sarana dan prasarana yang dimiliki oleh siswa maupun guru saat proses pembelajaran jarak jauh ini berlangsung membuat proses pembelajaran ini menjadi kurang efektif. Tujuan dilaksanakan penelitian ini untuk menganalisis keefektivitasan pelaksanaan pembelajaran jarak jauh di Sekolah Dasar.  Jenis penelitian ini merupakan evaluasi dengan menggunakan model evaluasi CIPP (Context, Input, Process, Product). Subjek yang diteliti sebanyak 31 orang guru yang ada di Sekolah Dasar. Pengumpulan data evaluasi pelaksanaan pembelajaran jarak jauh ini dilakukan dengan metode non tes dan instrumen yang digunakan berupa kuesioner langsung. Data dianalisis dengan menggunakan statistika deskriptif kuantitatif, kemudian dikonversikan ke dalam Z skor setelah itu ditransformasikan ke dalam T skor. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa komponen variabel context dengan efektivitas 16,3%, efektivitas variabel input sebesar 9,4%, efektivitas variabel process sebesar 9,6%, dan efektivitas variabel product sebesar 16,4%. Jadi, dapat disimpulkan bahwa pelaksanaan pembelajaran jarak jauh di Sekolah Dasar termasuk dalam kuadran efektif. Implikasi penelitian ini diharapkan dapat menjadi solusi untuk mengatasi permasalahan selama pembelajaran jarak jauh di Sekolah Dasar.
Hubungan Efikasi Diri dan Disiplin Guru dengan Kinerja Guru
Authors: Pratikayanti Putu Ayu Ari , Putra DB Kt. Ngr. Semara
Published: April 2023

Rendahnya efikasi diri dan disiplin guru dapat memengaruhi kurang optimalnya kinerja guru. Kinerja guru sangat berperan penting untuk mencapai tujuan sekolah dan kualitas belajar siswa. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis hubungan yang signifikan antara efikasi diri dan kinerja guru, hubungan yang signifikan antara disiplin guru dan kinerja guru, serta hubungan yang signifikan antara efikasi diri dan disiplin guru dengan kinerja guru. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian ex post facto. Metode pengumpulan data diperoleh melalui kuesioner tertutup dengan mengisi kuesioner efikasi diri, disiplin guru, dan kinerja guru. Data penelitian diperoleh dianalisis menggunakan uji korelasi product moment untuk hipotesis I, II dan menggunakan uji korelasi ganda untuk hipotesis III. Berdasarkan hasil analisis uji korelasi product moment untuk hipotesis I, II  dan mengguanakan uji korelasi ganda untuk hipotesis III dinyatakan terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara efikasi diri dengan kinerja guru dengan koefisien korelasi rhitung = 0,771 > rtabel = 0,334, terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara disiplin guru dan kinerja guru dengan koefisien korelasi rhitung = 0,858 > rtabel = 0,334, dan terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara efikasi diri dan disiplin guru dengan kinerja guru dengan ditentukan dari nilai Fhitung = 48,43  > Ftabel = 3,29. Dengan demikian dapat disimpulkan bahwa efikasi diri dan disiplin guru terdapat hubungan signifikan sehingga membantu memberikan dampak positif terhadap kinerja guru.