bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Arbovirus epidemic in the Juan León Mallorquín health center in Paraguay
Authors: Villamayor Amarilla Andrea , Velazquez Makarena , Guimarães Brito Raianny , Ferreira Feijão Mirella Régia , Estevão Ferreira Hamanda Victória
Published: August 2023

The term arboviruses was used in the 1930s, when several viruses were isolated from arthropods, with the Aedes aegypti mosquito as the main vector. When infected, mosquitoes infect individuals through the bite, raising concern in relation to the public health context as they cause major epidemics in different parts of the world. Among them, those with greater evidence are Dengue, Zika Virus and Chikungunya. This article aims to identify and analyze the epidemiological profile of arbovirus infections in the city of Doctor Juan León Mallorquín, Paraguay, through the epidemiology sector of the Health Center of Juan León Marlloquín, epidemiological data were made available, using a form epidemiology of Arbovirus and a study of research articles through a bibliographic review. The data were reorganized and referred. We observed that the tendency of cases is to increase gradually, since changes in temperature, food availability and the amount of larvae contribute significantly to the development of the mosquito. In the analysis of the descriptive study and epidemiological profile on the transmission of the arboviruses Dengue, Zika and Chikungunya in this article, it was pointed out that of the 169 cases notified from January 2021 to February 2023, 102 were women, with a higher prevalence in the age group from 1 to 10 years old. The most common symptoms were fever, myalgia, arthralgia and headache. In view of the above, the repercussion that these arboviruses cause is noticeable and how essential their control is. In this sense, it denotes the importance of data collection for new ideas and investments for the creation of health strategies, aimed at controlling the vector of these specific diseases
Translanguaging Approach in English Classroom: Sentiment Analysis of Multilingual Indian Teachers' Perspective
Authors: Raya Ali  , Michael Raj
Published: August 2023

Recent developments in India, the National Education Policy 2020, promote using the home language or mother tongue as the medium of instruction until Grade 5 and beyond. This paper explores the attitudes of multilingual teachers in India toward using translanguaging in English language teaching. Forty-five samples were collected, and the researcher measured thirteen translanguaging parameters to assess the attitudes of multilingual teachers. Using the VADER method, the researcher converted the translanguaging corpus and identified positive, negative, neutral, and compound sentiment scores. The results showed that most respondents had a neutral sentiment toward translanguaging. The researcher used a heat map to visualize the data, producing four clusters labeled Positive, Neutral, Negative, and Compound Sentiments of translanguaging. It can be concluded that adopting translanguaging might help create a more inclusive and powerful educational environment in multilingual countries like India because language ideologies influence how people perceive linguistic skills and practices.
The Effect of Green Human Resource Management on Green Supply Chain Management
Authors: CHEHRGHANİ Leyla
Published: August 2023

In the 21st century, rising concerns about environmental warnings has increased the importance of protecting the environment in different societies and organizations. A review of the specialized literature in this regard states that appropriate environmental management in companies requires the support of human resource management. Therefore, this research aims to investigate the role of green human resources management on the green supply chain management and the role of variables such as recruitment and selection, training, performance evaluation and rewards on the green supply chain management. In this research, data were collected through a researcher-made questionnaire and distributed electronically between 59 managers and experts from 40 manufacturing companies of various industries in Iran. All of the questionnaires were used. The Cronbach's alpha in the questionnaire was 0.70, which is an acceptable value. Finally, data was analysed using the LISREL software. The results of the research variables showed that the variable of recruitment and selection with the loading factor of 4.38, training with the loading factor of 4.37, performance evaluation with the loading factor of 4.91, and rewards with the loading factor of 4.92 analysed. The level of significance in all variables is less than 5%, which indicates confirmation of the relevant hypotheses. The results affirmed that the factors of the green human resources management were very influential on the green supply chain management. Additionally, the results illustrated that obtaining and recruiting suitable staff who have the competencies, skills, knowledge and ability to learn the future education, their training and development, assessment of the process with the aim of determining the results of the work of an employee and facilities shared by staff all have a significant impact on the green supply chain management
Extraction and Characterization of Coconut Oil in Cream Production
Authors: Frances Ejimofor, Chiamaka , Enoch Nwakoby, Nnamdi , Johnson Oledibe, Odira , Ann Mbaukwu, Onyinye , Eziamaka Afam-Ezeaku, Chikaodili
Published: August 2023

The use of coconut oil as a moisturiser in cream manufacture has been a recent topic of discussion. In this work, coconut oil was extracted from coconut seeds using the Soxhlet extraction method, and the resulting oil was then characterised and utilised to make cream.  As a solvent, regular hexane was employed during the extraction procedure. The coconut seeds' poximate composition reveals that their moisture content ranges from 38 to 48 percent, along with ash (1 to 4 percent), lipids (18 to 20 percent), protein (6 to 7 percent), fibre (3 to 10 percent), and carbs (15 to 22 percent). According to the analysis's findings, coconut seed oil has a yield percentage of 20.11%, a pH of 5.03, a refractive index of 0.81, and a specific gravity of 0.97. 208.61 mg KOH/g of saponification value, Acid value of 4.207mgKOH, peroxide value of 33.20mgKOH/kg, and iodine value of 12.54gI/100g. Using the fundamental ingredients of moisturizer(s), emulsifier system, water, and preservative, body moisturising cream was created in the lab. The percentage yield, colour, specific gravity, and pH of the created cream were assessed and compared to commercial cream. Evaluation revealed that the manufactured cream met requirements and had acceptable moisturization. The body lotion made from coconut oil had a constant texture, showed little patch reactivity, and smelled well.

Conclusion: Since coconut seed oil cream has superior quality than commercial body lotion, it can be utilised for cosmetic purposes.
Nueva Lógica. Nueve cuantificadores lógicos y su valor de verdad
Authors: Dorado Domínguez Edgar Jesús
Published: August 2023

Este artículo de reflexión de un proceso investigativo titulado: Tesis doctoral: Sinergia técnica para abordar las representaciones sociales de la gestión escolar en una comunidad educativa, frente a la nueva ruralidad”, Dorado, EJ. (2023). Para fundamentar desde el punto de vista lógico, las nueve fases de la técnica de investigación titulada Sinergia. Es un artículo, que amplía el horizonte de comprensión, para dimensionar la lógica en un nuevo status epistemológico. Después de Aristóteles, dos mil trescientos cuarenta y cinco años después, no habido una formulación de planteamientos lógicos. Esta es una apuesta para crear un nuevo modelamiento de la lógica a partir de los adverbios de frecuencia en inglés, que implique nueve cuantificadores lógicos y su respectivo valor de verdad.
El derecho a la educación superior vs el equilibrio fiscal
Authors: Belalcázar Patricio
Published: August 2023

Los Instrumentos Internacionales y la normativa vigente reconocen la importancia del derecho a la educación particularmente la Educación Superior porque contribuye al desarrollo no solo de las personas individualmente consideradas sino de la sociedad, así como la posibilidad de realizar otros derechos. Por tal motivo la Constitución ecuatoriana vigente para garantizar el normal desenvolvimiento de los Institutos de Educación Superior les ha dotado de autonomía en el ámbito académico, administrativo y financiero las mismas que deben ser ejercidas en forma solidaria y responsable. Pero además en cuanto a las asignaciones presupuestarias ha establecido que tales pagos deben realizarse puntualmente y tienen el carácter de prioritarios para que tales instituciones puedan cumplir con sus fines. Inclusive si se declara un Estado de Excepción los fondos destinados tanto a salud como a educación no pueden ser utilizados para otros propósitos. Por lo tanto, el objetivo de este trabajo se enfoca en determinar si las políticas adoptadas por el Ministerio de Economía y Finanzas y el Consejo de Educación Superior fueron acertadas o no. La metodología que se empleó en esta investigación responde a la hermenéutica jurídica que permite el análisis y la interpretación de las normas jurídicas dentro de este tema.
The Emergence of Local Coffee Brands: A Paradigm Shift in Jakarta Coffee Culture
Authors: Maspul Kurniawan Arif
Published: August 2023

This article delves into the burgeoning coffee market in Jakarta, Indonesia, to explore the factors that have propelled local coffee brands to success. It examines the cultural significance of coffee in Indonesian society, the increasing demand for specialty coffee, and the strategies employed by local brands to gain a competitive edge. Coffee has evolved beyond a mere beverage in Jakarta, becoming a symbol of cultural importance and a cherished tradition that unites people from diverse backgrounds. The article highlights the vibrant coffee culture in Jakarta, where coffee shops serve as social hubs, fostering connections and providing spaces for relaxation, intellectual discussions, and community engagement. It explores the coexistence of commercial and specialty coffee, with local brands catering to the diverse preferences of consumers. The article also delves into the strategies employed by local brands to cater to the demand for specialty coffee, including affordability, quality sourcing, and customization options. By understanding and adapting to the unique preferences of Jakarta's coffee culture, local coffee brands have emerged as significant players, shaping the future of the city's coffee industry. The research methodology involves interviews with industry professionals and the author's observations as a coffee professional and SCA trainer, providing valuable insights into Jakarta's specialty and commercial coffee landscape.
SISTEM PENGOLAHAN DATA HASIL PANEN BUAH SAWIT PADA CV. XYZ
Authors: Diah Triesia
Published: August 2023

Pemanfaatan dan pengendalian atas semua hasil dari sumber daya untuk mencapai tujuan tertentu merupakan makna dari pengolahan. CV. XYZ adalah perusahan yang bergerak dibidang perkebunan kelapa sawit. Dokomen pencatatan hasil panen ditemukan beberapa kendala karna masih mengunakan sistem manual. Penelitian ini bertujuan meracang sistem secara mobile android agar mempermudah dalam penyusunan dokumen hasil panen. Penelitian ini menghasilakan sistem yang dapat digunakan seacar real – time dan terintegrasi bagi setiap area kerja dan dapat membantu menyusun dokumen secara teratur
APLIKASI PENJUALAN PERCETAKAN PADA PT. A BERBASIS WEB
Authors: Usep Teisnajaya
Published: August 2023

Untuk mempermudah penggunaan dalam penjualan yang ada dipercetakan PT. A maka  akan dirancang aplikasi Penjualan Percetakan pada PT. A Berbasis Web, aplikasi ini membantu kerja Manager dan admin sehingga data yang disajikan lebih cepat, tepat dan akurat. Dalam perancangan aplikasi ini menggunakan PHP dan MySQL dalam mengelolah data Penjualan. Aplikasi ini memlikiki Form Login sebagian tindakan autentifikasi untuk menentukan siapa yang bisa mengaskses aplikasi yang sudah dirancang. Hasil dari penelitian ini mengenai data tambah stok barang dan transaksi penjualan dari PT. A sehingga mempermudah seluruh prose kerja dalam PT. A sehingga dokemen yang ada tersusun dengan sempurna.
PENGENALAN EKSPRESI WAJAH MENGGUNAKAN METODE SVM DENGAN TRANSFORMASI FOURIER DAN PCA
Authors: Ricky Julianto  , Derry Alamsyah
Published: August 2023

Ekspresi wajah digunakan seseorang sebagai cara untuk berkomunikasi secara non-verbal dalam mengungkapkan perasaan yang sedang dialaminya. Ekspresi secara universal dikategorikan menjadi enam ekspresi dasar yaitu senang, sedih, marah, jijik, takut, terkejut, dan satu ekspresi netral. Dalam penelitian ini dilakukan pengenalan ekspresi menggunakan metode SVM dengan ekstraksi ciri transformasi fourier dan direduksi menggunakan PCA. Tahapan penelitian dimulai dengan mengambil dataset fer2013, dilanjutkan dengan pengkonversian data piksel menjadi gambar, selanjutnya gambar diekstraksi menggunakan transformasi fourier lalu direduksi menggunakan PCA, setelah itu diklasifikasi menggunakan SVM dimana hasil pengujian menggunakan data original mendapatkan model terbaik pada kernel polinomial derajat 2 dengan  = 10 yang memberikan hasil akurasi sebesar 38% untuk citra gambar bagus dan 32.666% untuk citra gambar dengan noise salt and pepper, sementara itu hasil pengujian menggunakan data dengan peningkatan kontras mendapatkan model terbaik pada kernel polinomial derajat 2 dengan  = 1 yang memberikan hasil akurasi sebesar 36.666% untuk citra gambar bagus dan 33.333% untuk citra gambar dengan noise salt and pepper menggunakan data testing.
RANCANG BANGUN APLIKASI PENYEWAAN ALAT BERAT PADA PT. 1001 NIAN BERBASIS WEB
Authors: Ruswa Dwipa  , Ubaidillah Ubaidillah , Serly Oktarina  , Ari Gunawan
Published: August 2023

PT. 1001 Nian memerlukan suatu sistem informasi berbasis komputer mengenai manajemen data dan penyewaan alat berat. Adapun manfaat sistem informasi ini yaitu mempermudah admin dalam mengelola data penyewaan dan  juga mempermudah pelanggan dalam proses penyewaan alat berat. Data dikumpulkan berdasarkan pengamatan langsung terhadap kegiatan-kegiatan yang berhubungan dengan pembelajaran informatika dan penyewaan alat berat. Hasilnya yaitu Aplikasi Penyewaan Alat Berat pada PT 1001 Nian.  Kesimpulan yang didapat adalah Aplikasi Penyewaan Alat Berat pada PT 1001 Nian Palembang ini menggunakan bahasa pemograman PHP dan MySQL yang dapat diakses oleh Admin, Kepala Divisi, dan Customer melalui browser.
RANCANG BANGUN MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN BIOLOGI DI SMP NEGRI 10 PRABUMULIH
Authors: M. Taufik Roseno  , Yudha Pratomo  , Diah Triesia
Published: August 2023

Kemajuan teknologi sangat berpengaruh dalam bidang pendidikan. Dengan kemajuan teknologi, dalam proses penyampaian materi semakin bervariasi dan semakin menarik. Salah satu dampak positifnya, para siswa akan lebih berminat dalam menjalani proses belajar. mata pelajaran Biologi kelas VII semester satu dan semester dua, ada banyak materi yang dibahas, dan akan lebih sulit jika semua materi tersebut hanya dijelaskan dari buku panduan saja, seperti pada SMP Negeri 10 Prabumulih, guru mata pelajaran Biologi kelas VII masih menggunakan metode manual pada saat penyampaian materi, hanya dari buku panduan biologi yang disediakan sekolah. Sistem belajar yang seperti itu akan membuat para siswa tidak begitu memperhatikan apa yang diterangkan oleh guru, mereka akan cepat merasa bosan dan akhirnya sibuk pada kegiatannya masing-masing. Penelitian ini bertujuan menciptakan media pembelajran mata pelajaran Biologi agar dapat membantu Proses Belajar dan Mengajar yangberjalan. Dalam perancangan menggunakan Adobe Flash CS3 Professional. Dengan tersedianya media  pembelajaran ini menjadikan siswa – siswi SMP Negri 10 Prabumulih cepat dan tanggap dalam menerima materi yang diberikan.
KUALITAS MEDIA PEMEBELAJARAN ONLINE BAGI MAHASISWA/I UNIVERSITAS SUMATERA SELATAN MENGGUNAKAN METODE DELONE AND MCLEAN (STUDI KASUS : ZOOM & GMEET)
Authors: Triesia Diah , Ubaidillah Ubaidillah , Roseno M. Taufik , Ervandi Trian
Published: August 2023

Semenjak pemerintah memberlakukan PSBB besar-besaran bagi seluruh masyarakat Indonesia pada semua wilayah agar memutuskan tali penyebaran Covid-19. Semenjak proses belajar mengajar bagi mahasiswa/i khususnya dikota palembang dilakukan secara online itu terlaksana kurang lebih hampir 3 tahun guna mendukung proses belajar mengajar akan terus berlangsung dan tidak akan terhambat oleh pandemi yang sedang berlangsung. Universitas Sumatera Selatan menyediakan platform bagi dosen dan mahasiswa agar tetap bisa melaksanakan proses belajar dan mengajar yang terjadi dilingkungan universitas. Pada penelitian Penulis menggunakan metode deskriptif kuantitatif untuk menganalisa kualitas pembelajaran online mahasiswa/i universitas Sumatera Selatan serta tentang hubungan kegiatan sikap pandangan serta proes yang sedang berlangsung. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah mahasiswa atau mahasiswi universitas sumatera selatan. Dalam pengolahan data dengan metode dimana penelitian ini memiliki variabel yaitu informas, sistem, service, usage intentions, user satitisfication.Kualitas sistem pembelajaran memiliki variabel informasi dengan memilki nilai 0,6 dinyatakan berhubungan dengan kualitas, Sistem yg baik memiliki desain, tools dan sistem yg memiliki hasil dari varibael sistem memilki nilai 0,5 dinyatakan berhubungan dengan kualitas, Variabel service memiliki hasil 0,6 dimana dengan service yang dilakukakan guna menjaga kualitas dari sistem serta melakukan perbaikan secara teratur maka sistem akan memiliki kualitas yg baik, Usage Intention memiliki nilai 0,5 dimana sistem pembelajaran dalam jaringan sudah menjadi kebutuhan karena keterbatasan jarak dan waktu sehingga dengan menggunakan pembelajaran daring bisa, User satisfication memiliki nilai 0,7 dimana dalam proses pembelajaran daring hal yg paling penting adalah kecepatan jaringan, Dari hasil uji statistik yg telah dilakukan maka dapat disimpulkan bahwa mahasiswa/I universitas sumatera selatan masih memiliki beberapa kendala yg menghambat proses belajar mengajar yaitu kecepatan jaringan internet akan tetapi dalam proses belajar mengajar yg sudah terlaksanakan di universitas sumatera selatan sudah terkategori baik.
The Mask Diction/Sensitivity: An Analysis of Selected Poems from The Outcast
Authors: Ohia Ben-Fred
Published: August 2023

The mask is a covering for the face and/or making a replica of it. It is a pristine human phenomenon, the product of human’s spirit and artistry. It was at the core of the “early man’s” apprehension of life and its imponderable that is still used in the present. Its use is also in the mind and this has been subjected to writing especially in the diction of poetry, and is still intrinsic to modern humanity’s expression of day to day realities and impulses. This paper examines and explains Osaro et al’s sensitivity to the mask. It analyses the ways in which the poets exploit in a volcano of voices, the image of the mask to make social, cultural, political, artistic, oil exploration and exploitation statements in their entire poetic oeuvre. They aptly condemn and vehemently query the predators of the Niger Delta.
A Study of Proverbs as Culture Carriers in Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart
Authors: Uwamaka Ojumah Sylvanus
Published: August 2023

The paper is a study of selected proverbs as culture carriers in Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart. It makes a linguistic inquiry into how words were used to perform different functions and reveal the richness of Igbo culture in Things Fall Apart. Proverbs are a means of interaction between characters and a reflection of the culture. Based on the principles of pragmatics which comprise making utterance, context of utterance, meaning and effect, proverbs used in the novel as means of communication between diverse characters, were analysed to display the traditions in which the vocabularies epitomized utterance acts or constituted actions. The study is Quantitative based. Eleven randomly selected proverbs from Achebe’s Things Fall Apart were offered according to the class of speech act. These were analysed and discussed. The analysis was done based on context of utterance, meaning and the speech act. The illocutionary forces or meanings and the perlocutionary acts or possessions of the proverbs were also stated. Findings reveal among others that proverbs in Things Fall Apart accomplished diverse roles such as representing utterance acts and constituted actions. The conclusion shows that proverbs constitute an aspect of Igbo discourse, form part of the Igbo language catalogue and express the Igbo culture lucidly. Also, proverbs possess illocutionary characteristics by encompassing meanings.
Voicing the Silence of the Stigmatised: Communication with the Landscape in Selected Poems of Thomas Hardy and Gerard Manley Hopkins
Authors: Ntam Eric Ngea
Published: August 2023

Most human beings continue to erroneously claim speech and communication as exclusive attributes of the supposed superior human race, presumably due to humanity’s adherence to the dominant anthropocentric teachings of the Great Chain of Being. The voices or articulations of other living beings such as animals, birds, insects and the flora (trees and grass), here considered as the stigmatised are ignored or simply rendered inexistent by humans. This paper investigates he communicative abilities of landscape beings as delineated in selected poems of Thomas Hardy and Gerard Manley Hopkins. It adopts the ecocritical views of Cheryll Glotfelty, Christopher Manes and Michael J. McDowell to argue that the notion speech and communication is not limited to humans. The paper stresses that non-human beings are endowed with the ability to communicate and that it is possible for humans to learn the language of other beings for mutual communication. It further stresses that an understanding of the speech and communication potentials of the non-human neighbours of humankind would trigger a reconsideration of the ‘inferior’ position human beings have ascribed to other creatures. The paper emphasises that keen observation of the behaviour, facial expressions and postures of non-humans would facilitate the understanding of their language and communication. It equally sees Manes’ and McDowell’s ecocritical discourses as suitable perspectives to be adopt in order to fill the existing communication gap between humans and other landscape beings. The paper concludes that mutual communication between landscape beings would curb the indifference, negligence and, above all, the cruelty the supposed stigmatised ‘inferior’ non-human beings endure from human beings.
Causal Relationship Between Spot Price & Future Derivative Prices – Case of Crude Oil
Authors: Bhutto Fiaz Ahmed , Ghumro Ikhtiar Ali , Lakhan Allah Bux
Published: August 2023

This research aims to examine the theoretical and empirical connections between current and future crude oil prices using cutting-edge econometric methods. It surveys existing literature and theoretical frameworks, exploring theories like arbitrage, market efficiency, and risk management techniques. The study then conducts a comprehensive empirical investigation using a large dataset, including data from extreme market volatility and other significant events in the financial world. Time series econometric methods like Granger causality tests, Vector Autoregression (VAR), and impulse response functions are used to capture the causal connections between spot and future prices. The analysis uncovers insights on lead-lag dynamics, volatility spillovers, and both short- and long-term causal impacts between current and future crude oil prices. Market fundamentals, geopolitical developments, and speculative behavior are also highlighted as influencing the causal relationships studied. The findings shed light on the link between future and current crude oil prices and provide valuable insights into the factors influencing these prices. This paper examines the relationship between future and spot crude oil prices, offering valuable insights for energy policy, risk management, hedging techniques, investment allocation, and governmental interventions.
Factors Affecting the Decision of Rural Households to Participate in Non-Agricultural Activities in Dien Bien Province
Authors: Tuyen Dang Trung , Hong Nguyen Thi , Linh Vu Hoa , Cuong Tran
Published: August 2023

The paper examines factors affecting the decision of rural households to participate in non-agricultural activities in Dien Bien province through the Logit model, using the Vietnam Access to Resources Household Survey 2016 by the General Statistics Office of Vietnam. The results indicated that the decision to participate in non-agricultural activities is driven by both “push” and “pull” factors, but there is also an indication of an “ability” factor at work. Access to the information variable has the greatest influence on the decision of households to participate or not. Moreover, education is not significant and has no influence on the decision to engage in non-agricultural activities of households in rural area of Dien Bien province. Based on the findings, as well as the rural development orientation of Dien Bien province, the author proposes some solutions to promote rural non-agricultural economic development. Rural non-agricultural development policies should attend to promotion of the education level of rural households and create favorable conditions for households to access resources.
Dissemination of Non-Tariff Measures in ASEAN and Some Implications
Authors: Mai Mai Thi Thanh
Published: August 2023

By aggregating the calculation of indicators assessing the popularity of non-tariff measures including coverage ratio, frequency index and prevalence score, combined with the tallying method of the number of non-tariff measures applied by ASEAN member states collected from sources such as TRAINS – UNCTAD, WITS – World Bank, this study has assessed the dissemination of the application of ASEAN’s non-tariff measures in the period from 2015 to 2022. The results have shown that the non-tariff measures applied by ASEAN nations tend to increase exponentially. SPS and TBT are the two types of non-tariff measures recorded as the most applicable at ASEAN. The agricultural products sector is being affected by non-tariff measures much more than those in the industrial or mineral sectors. The dense application of non-tariff measures is one of the main reasons why intra-regional trade has not flourished. Non-tariff measures have become the biggest challenge for domestic and foreign enterprises to penetrate into ASEAN markets. Therefore, the study provides some implications to reduce non-tariff barriers, and solutions to help governments and businesses in ASEAN overcome these obstacles.
Association Between COVID-19 Severity and Olfactory Disturbance
Authors: Ghazizadeh Matin , Maleki Majid , Barati Behrouz , Mohseni Ashjerdi Maliheh
Published: August 2023

Background: There is little information about prognostic factors in patients with COVID-19. One of the aspects of SARS-CoV-2 involvement is the sudden loss of smell, called anosmia. Objectives: This study assessed the association between COVID-19 severity and olfactory disturbance. Methods: This cohort study was performed at Taleghani Hospital of Iran from March 2021 to March 2022. Patients with a definitive diagnosis of COVID-19, according to a positive PCR test or chest CT scan, entered the study. Data on demographic information, past medical history, severity of COVID-19, olfactory disturbance at the time of hospitalization, and the course of the disease were gathered. Data were analyzed using Stata version 14 software. Results: A total of 390 patients entered the study. According to the multiple logistic regression analysis, patients with severe and critical COVID-19 were less likely to develop olfactory disturbance (OR = 0.5, P-value = 0.035, 95%CI = 0.2-0.9). Also, obesity was a statistically significant negative predictor of developing olfactory disturbance in patients with COVID-19 (OR = 0.4, P-value = 0.043, 95%CI = 0.1 – 0.9). Diabetes mellitus was a statistically significant positive predictor of developing olfactory disturbance (OR = 3.3, P-value = 0.029, 95%CI = 1.1 – 9.9). Conclusions: Patients with severe and critical COVID-19 were less likely to develop anosmia. These patients had lower serum cytokines and presented with milder disease. The severity of olfactory disturbance could be a prognostic factor in COVID-19. It is important to closely monitor patients who exhibit mild olfactory disturbance because they are at risk of more severe COVID-19.
Immunoglobulin G Levels in Neonates After Receiving Phototherapy
Authors: Mirnia Kayvan , Saeedi Maryam , Sangsari Razieh , Mokhtarian Zavareh Fatemeh , Mirnia Vahideh , Rezaei Nima
Published: August 2023

Background: Most cases of newborn hyperbilirubinemia are physiologic; however, excessive unconjugated bilirubin is a potential neurotoxin. Phototherapy treats moderate to severe hyperbilirubinemia. If phototherapy increases immunoglobulin G (IgG) clearance, there is a chance of humoral immune disorders. Objectives: The purpose of the study was to investigate the effect of phototherapy on the level of IgG in neonates. Methods: This study investigated 40 full-term newborns with hyperbilirubinemia. Blood samples were taken before and 72 hours after phototherapy. The IgG level was measured by calorimetry tests. Results: Phototherapy resulted in a decrease in IgG levels. The IgG level significantly decreased from 833.135 to 720.185 mg/dL. Before phototherapy, 12.5% of the population had low IgG levels; however, 32.5% had low IgG levels after the treatment. Conclusions: According to the results of the study, intensive phototherapy caused a reduction in IgG levels. Since there was no significant decrease in IgG levels in neonates who received conventional phototherapy, it can be concluded that this treatment is safe in terms of IgG levels.
Mild Hypoxia Postconditioning Induces Hypoxia-Inducible Factor 1 Alpha Expression and Improves the Neurobehavioral Abilities of Rats with Hypoxic-Ischemic Brain Damage
Authors: Deng Qingqing , Chang Yanqun , Cheng Xiaomao , Li Yan , Luo Xingang , Tang Xiaoyuan
Published: August 2023

Background: While severe hypoxia is known to contribute to neurotoxicity and lead to abnormal behavior, mild hypoxia may have beneficial effects mediated through endogenous adaptive responses. Objectives: The present study aimed to investigate the effects of mild hypoxia postconditioning and long-term neurobehavioral ability rehabilitation after hypoxic-ischemic brain damage (HIBD). Methods: Seven-day-old rats underwent left carotid ligation followed by 2 hours of hypoxia stress. Rats received different protocols of mild hypoxia postconditioning for 5 days and underwent neurobehavioral testing during the last week of the study. Hypoxia-inducible factor 1 alpha (HIF-1a) expression was assessed, and neurobehavioral ability assays were performed. Results: Compared with the HIBD group, rats postconditioning with mild hypoxia showed increased HIF-1a expression, and their brain functions were better in neurobehavioral analyses. The rehabilitation of brain functions may be associated with high HIF-1a expression and better behavioral performance. Conclusions: Our findings indicate that mild hypoxia postconditioning improves neurobehavioral ability, and HIF-1a may be a potential mediator of the observed effects. Our findings suggest that there may be clinical implications for treating infants with HIBD.
Childbearing: The First Birth Interval and Its Determinants in the Employees of Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran, 2018 - 2021
Authors: Ghasabshirazi Morvarid , Yunesian Masud , Partash Nasim , Ebrahimi Elham
Published: August 2023

Background: Childbearing is a major concern in some countries around the world. The fertility pattern can be described by several indicators, such as the first birth interval (FBI). Objectives: This study aimed to predict the factors affecting the time of first birth. Methods: This cross-sectional study is part of a cohort study in Iran (2018-2021). The participants were 986 married women who were employees at the Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS) and enrolled by the census method. A checklist was used to collect information. Data were described by mean, SD, frequency, and the effect of the variables on first birth and analyzed by the Cox analysis. Results: The adjusted hazard ratio (aHR) of the first birth was higher in the women with a high level of education than in those with a lower level of education (aHR = 0.29; 95% CI, 0.16 - 0.52; P < 0.001). Also, the hazard of earlier first birth tripled in women with higher occupation levels than those with lower occupation levels (aHR = 0.34; 95% CI, 0.59 - 0.96; P < 0.05). The hazard of first birth was lower in married women under 20 years than in those with other cohort age groups (aHR = 1.87; 95% CI, 1.09 - 1.89; P < 0.001). Conclusions: The age at first birth is significantly under the effect of women's education, occupation, marriage age, and wealth index.
Effect of Herbal Medicine on Bone Turnover Markers in Pre- and Peri/postmenopausal Women: An Overview of Meta-Analyses
Authors: Babakhanian Masoudeh , Shakeri Fahimeh , Rashidi Fakari Farzaneh , Saadat Sara , Irani Morvarid , Khodabakhshi Adeleh , Ghazanfarpour Masumeh , khoshkholgh Roghaie
Published: August 2023

Background: Osteoporosis is a chronic debilitating disease that poses a serious challenge to humanity. Osteoporosis and its related complications impose huge direct costs on the health system. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to critically evaluate the effects of soy isoflavones and phytoestrogens on bone turnover markers in pre- and peri/postmenopausal women. Methods: Three main databases [MEDLINE, Scopus, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL)] were searched to explore published meta-analyses. The methodological quality was assessed by AMSTAR. Results: Four meta-analyses were included in this overview. Isoflavones and phytoestrogens significantly decreased urinary pyridinoline (Pyd). The subgroup analysis of Pyd indicated that isoflavones were more effective in overweight/obese individuals, and a dosage of < 90 mg/day Deoxypyridinoline (Dpyd) had a desirable effect on phytoestrogens. However, the findings regarding the effect of isoflavones on Dpyd were controversial. The subgroup analysis of Pyd showed that isoflavones in the form of extract and tablet caused a significant decrease; nevertheless, soy foods with isoflavones and isolated soy protein failed to induce a significant drop. Isoflavones decreased Dpyd even during the intervention but were unable to induce a significant decrease. Moreover, although isoflavones considerably reduced Dpyd in postmenopausal women, it was non-significant in peri-menopausal women. The bone formation markers of bone-specific alkaline phosphatase, N-telopeptide, and osteocalcin were not significantly different between soy isoflavones and the control group. Osteoprotegerin was significantly higher, and C-telopeptide was significantly lower in women receiving isoflavones than in women in the control group. Conclusions: The current overview showed that isoflavones might decrease some urinary bone resorption markers. However, it had no significant effect on bone formation markers and influenced turnover markers in menopausal women.
Association Between Demographic Characteristics and Sperm DNA Fragmentation Index in Infertile Men
Authors: Khosravi Parisa , Karimi Rouzbahani Arian , Yousefi Yeganeh Behzad , Sabzian Maryam , Mahmoudvand Golnaz , Yari Fatemeh
Published: August 2023

Background: The DNA fragmentation index (DFI) is an essential marker in evaluating male fertility. Lifestyle is supposed to have a remarkable effect on enhancing this index and, subsequently, male fertility. Objectives: This study investigated the relationship between lifestyle habits and sperm DFI in infertile men admitted to Shahid Rahimi and Shohada-ye Ashayer hospitals in Khorramabad, Iran, from 2020 to 2021. Methods: This cross-sectional descriptive study was performed on 222 infertile men. The samples were divided into three groups based on their sperm DFI: < 15%, 15 - 30%, and < 30%. In each group, alcohol consumption, smoking, age, and body mass index (BMI) were compared. The analysis was performed by SPSS software (version 22) using the chi-square test and one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) test. Results: The mean age of patients was 37.45 ± 5.99 years. The DFI was < 15%, 15 - 30%, and 30% < in 119 (53.6%), 69 (31.1%), and 34 (15.3%) individuals, respectively. The mean age in the DFI groups of less than 15%, 15 - 30%, and more than 30% was 35.88, 38.17, and 41.52 years, respectively. The analysis showed a significant difference in the mean age of the three groups (P < 0.05). However, there was no significant relationship between smoking, alcohol consumption, and BMI with DFI (P > 0.05). Conclusions: There was no significant relationship between lifestyle factors and DFI. However, large-scale studies are required to evaluate the role of these factors, as if their role in infertility is proven, lifestyle modification might be a potential method for managing infertility.
Perlindungan Hukum Atas Hak Kekayaan Intelektual (HKI) Perhotelan di Kabupaten Lombok Barat
Authors: Fahmi Muhammad Saiful
Published: August 2023

The existence of the Mandalika National Tourism Development Strategic Area (NTDSA) is expected for West Lombok to be able to get a direct impact from the development of the tourism sector, long before NTDSA Mandalika opened, the tourism industry in West Lombok Regency itself already existed. Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in simple terms is a right that arises for the results of thoughts that produce a product that is beneficial to humans. The form of IPR application to products in hospitality is basically divided into 2 (two), namely: First is Copyright and Rights related to Copyright. The second is Industrial Property Right. The method used in this research is normative-empirical, namely looking at the law not only as a set of normative rules or what is contained in the text of the Act but also seeing how the law can run in the midst of society While the approach used is the approach of the Act, conceptual approach, and socio-legal approach. Regulations on the protection of IPR of hotel industry have been regulated in general in Law Number 10 of 2009 concerning Tourism, Law Number 28 of 2014 concerning Copyright, Law Number 30 of 2000 concerning Trade Secrets, Law Number 31 of 2000 concerning Industrial Design, and Law Number 20 of 2016 concerning Trademarks and Geographical Indications. Legal protection of IPR for hotel industry in West Lombok Regency has so far been implemented, although there are several obstacles, hotel and restaurant industry are still less familiar with intellectual property protection for their business fields which are considered less useful so that they still have to be given consistent socialization and assistance by related parties.
Qolbun Munib dalam Q.S Qaf Ayat 33 (Studi Komparatif Wahbah az-Zuhaili dengan Mufassir Klasik)
Authors: Bahri Muhammad Ulul
Published: August 2023

This research is a qualitative research that is library research, using an interpretation approach, and a comparative interpretation method. The data sources used are primary sources in the form of the holy Qur'an, and secondary sources in the form of commentaries as well as books and literature that are representative of research studies. In this study, the authors found that First, the meaning of Qalbun Munib in QS Qaf verse 33, is the heart of someone who returns to Allah with full repentance because his heart is always filled with fear of the majesty of his Lord and tries his best to leave his own lusts. Second, the stages in reaching Qolbun Munib include: Renewing Repentance, Restraining Lust, Fear of Al-Rahman (God the Most Merciful), Maintaining the Rules and Shari'ats of Allah, Husnu Dzhan to Allah . Third, the meaning of Qolbun Munib according to Prof. Dr. Wahbah Az-Zuhaili with classic Mufassir (Shaykh Imam Al-Qurthubi, Shaykh Imam Abu Ja'far Muhammad Jarir Ath-Tabari, Imam Ibnu Katsir, and Imam Jalaluddin Al-Mahalli). With this research, the authors hope to add to the body of knowledge for readers, especially the researchers themselves related to the object of study. In addition, with this thesis, readers or whoever it is can apply things that would be useful in this thesis in everyday life.
Pengembangan Modul Ajar Berbasis Problem Based Learning pada Materi Pewarisan Sifat untuk Fase D SMP
Authors: Khairani Asmaul , Syamsurizal H. , Arsih Fitri , Rahmatika Helsa
Published: August 2023

Indonesia has implemented the Independent Curriculum in the 2021/2022 school year in several schools. Based on the results of observations, the lack of socialization makes it difficult for teachers to implement the Independent Curriculum, so teachers do not yet have complete teaching modules. This study aims to produce problem-based learning teaching modules for natural sciences in phase D of junior high school that are legible. This research is a development research that uses the 4D model with four stages, namely define, design, develop and disseminate. Due to time and budget constraints, this study only used three stages, namely define, design and develop. The subjects of this study were five natural science teachers as respondents. The object of this research is the problem-based learning module of inheritance for natural science subjects in phase D of junior high school. This study uses primary data types. The data analysis technique of this research is descriptive analysis technique and Likert scale. Based on the results of teacher observations, the development of teaching modules can be used as a solution. As much as 100% of teachers agreed to choose inheritance material to be used as the development of teaching modules. Based on the research, the inheritance teaching module was obtained with a readability value of 92.43%. It can be concluded that problem-based learning has been produced with inheritance teaching modules for natural science subjects in phase D of junior high school which read very well.
Pelecehan Seksual di Kalangan Pelajar Menurut Fiqh Jinayah dan UU No. 12 Tahun 2022 Tentang Tindak Pidana Kekerasan Seksual Studi Kasus Kecamatan Wampu Kabupaten Langkat
Authors: Astuti Puji Tri , Marpaung Aripin , Lubis Syofiati
Published: August 2023

Criminal acts do not yet have provisions that are expressly contained in Islamic law. Al-Quran and hadith do not explicitly regulate this issue. That is, regarding legal matters of understanding sexuality it is not mentioned in the realm of ḥudud's finger, the same is the case with adultery. The handling of juridical cases that limit sexual orientation experiences problems, especially regarding the formulation of criminal acts or delicts. The type of research used is through comparative sociological normative methods. Normative research is carried out by examining library materials which are secondary data, while sociological/empirical legal research methods are carried out by examining primary data obtained directly in the community. This study also uses a comparative approach (Comparative Approach) is research that is comparative in nature, which is compared both in the form of similarities and differences. The results showed that: 1) Sexual harassment is an act that includes dirty or indecent verbal expressions (comments, jokes and so on), indecent behavior, showing pornographic/obscene images, assault and indecent coercion such as forcing to kiss and hugging, threatening to buy a woman if she refuses to provide sexual services, to deception. Factors that influence the occurrence of sexual division among students are internal and external factors.
Action Research on The Effectiveness of Education in Emergency (EIE) online teaching and learning: Perception of parents at primary school level
Authors:   -----------------------------------------, Wangmo Kinley , Lhamo Chhimi ,   -----------------------------------------, Choden Tshering ,   -----------------------------------------, Dorji Nima ,   -----------------------------------------
Published: August 2023

Online learning has been implemented in the primary schools in the times of lockdown due to Covid 19. It had dramatically changed the learning process and the manner of delivery of lesson by the teachers. This style of learning was experienced by the students in government primary schools in Bhutan for the first time under compulsion. With the lack of technologies and knowledge by both parents and students, it was challenging to cope with learning. For this reason the aim of this study was to investigate the parent’s perception of online learning in respect to diverse background, flexibility and acceptability. There are 185 parents of Wangdue Pry School student who were randomly selected for this study. Quantitative questionnaires were used to collect data and analyzed. The study has shown that EIE online learning was effective if parents and learners both collaborate and if the resources are abundant. There was positive illustration to different variables of diverse background, flexibility, accessibility and time and resources to EIE online learning. The study concluded that primary schools can also implement EIE online learning with proper direction and clear instruction from the teachers if there is another lockdown due to pandemic.
Sosyal Medyada Kadına Karşı İşlenen Suç: Şiddet
Authors: ERGÖL Şule , GÜNEŞ Aylin
Published: August 2023

Sosyal medya, internet tabanlı bir iletişim biçimidir. Sosyal medya platformları, kullanıcıların sohbet etmesine, bilgi paylaşmasına ve web içeriği oluşturmasına olanak tanır. Sosyal medya kullanımı tüm dünyada hızla artmaktadır. Sosyal medyanın toplum üzerine olumlu ve olumsuz etkileri bulunmaktadır. Sosyal medyanın olumsuz etkileri kişisel gizliliğin sağlanamaması ve internet ortamında yayılması, internet bağımlılığının bir parçası olarak sosyal medya bağımlılığının oluşması, sosyal medya aracılığıyla dolandırıcılık yapılması, sosyal medya üzerinden hikâye yayarak bireylerin itibarının zedelenmesi ve siber taciz şeklindedir. Yetkisiz erişim, bağlantılara tıklanmasını amaçlayan bilinmeyen numaralardan gelen mesajlar ile taciz, ısrarlı takip, flört ve aile içi şiddet, tecavüz gibi dijital şiddet sosyal medyada kadınlara karşı sıklıkla işlenen suçlardır. Kadını hedef alan sosyal medyada işlenen suçların cinsiyete dayalı şiddet olgularını daha yoğun olarak içerdiği görülmektedir. Sosyal medya aracılığıyla kadına karşı işlenen cinsiyete dayalı şiddetin gerçek hayatın yansıması olduğu ve sanal ortam ile gerçek ortam arasında suçun sürdürülmesi anlamında bir bağ olduğu görülmektedir. Dünya Sağlık Örgütü kadına yönelik şiddeti önleme ve müdahale etmede sağlık sektörünün gerçekleştirebileceği rolleri belirtmektedir. Sağlık sektörünün önemli bir çalışanı olan hemşireler de başta sorunun boyutlarının belirlenmesi olmak üzere belirtilen alanlarda uygun hemşirelik rollerini gerçekleştirmelidir.
Aquaculture Machineries and Equipments
Authors: Tanveer Mohamed , Pradeep R. , Jasmin S. Ayesha
Published: August 2023

"This text book entitled “Aquaculture Machineries and Equipments ” has been prepared to meet the requirement of undergraduate and post graduate students of Fisheries Engineering/Aquacultural Engineering. There is no specific text book or practical manual available for this subject to cover many of the topics. Therefore, interested persons and students are feeling worried to have a basic idea to different machineries and equipment’s used and also its optimized usage conditions. The design and management of these machineries and systems is based on their production goals and the economics of the farming operation. Relevant topics were discussed explicitly using suitable examples. The text book can also be used by researchers and persons involved in developing machineries in the field of Aquaculture Engineering"