bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Studying individual differences in experimental psychology: A tutorial
Authors: Brysbaert Marc
Published: November 2023

The growing interest in individual differences within experimental psychology has led to an increased need for familiarity with statistical methods that many researchers did not receive during their training. This lack of familiarity can be challenging not only when designing studies but also when evaluating them as researchers, reviewers or editors. To fill the gap, this article provides an introduction to the literature on studying individual differences, covering the fundamental concepts of test psychology, including standardization, reliability, norming and validity. It also presents practical guidelines for developing new tests, evaluating existing ones, and combining tests to gain deeper insights. The article concludes with a listing of 11 common myths about research on individual differences in experimental psychology. This text is intended to help researchers navigate the complexities of research on individual differences with confidence and expertise.
Culturally Sensitive and Contextually Adapted Exemplars of Character Development: Implications for Reimagining Frameworks
Authors: Murry Velma McBride , Hanebutt Rachel , Han Hyemin , Debreaux Marlena , Nyanamba Juliet M.
Published: November 2023

Universal assumptions of character development largely omit cultural and contextual factors and processes as critical influencers of character development, thereby ignoring that ascribed and prescribed social positions of some children impact opportunities to develop “good character.” This chapter critically questions premises of character development and ways of learning to develop “good character” and offers guidance on how to reimagine frameworks that encompass culturally relevant factors and processes that align with the developmental context of minoritized youth. Via a synthesis of theories and extant studies of character development, the authors showcase how macro-level, historical, and structural inequalities greatly affect the lives of an increasingly diverse U.S. population and have implications for what it means to be “moral,” “good,” and “ethical.” They conclude with a challenge to: (1) move beyond westernized perceptions of “good character;” and (2) to adapt and reconfigure existing character development frameworks that are inclusive of all youth realities.
Primary Cytoreductive Surgery versus Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy followed by Interval Cytoreductive Surgery for Advanced Epithelial Ovarian Cancer: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Authors: Shrestha Prajapati Shristee , Shrestha Anisha , Shrestha Usha Bade , Prajapati Roshan , Tiwari Sagar , Gyawali Siddinath , Sah Guru Sharan
Published: November 2023

Introduction: Epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC) represents about two-thirds of ovarian malignancies and usually presents with advanced disease. Primary cytoreductive (PCR) surgery is known to be the cornerstone of treatment of advanced EOC, but it might not always be feasible to obtain optimal cytoreduction. Neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NACT) has been proposed as an alternative approach. This study aims to compare the survival of patients, post-operative morbidity and the extent of cytoreduction that was achieved among the two treatment groups.
Methods: A retrospective cohort study was done in Bhaktapur Cancer Hospital of Nepal. All women who underwent surgical management for advanced epithelial ovarian cancer from 2016 to 2019 were included in the study and analyzed using SPSS version 23.
Results: Among 29 cases of advanced EOC, seven cases underwent PCR and 22 cases had NACT followed by interval cytoreduction (ICR). Optimal debulking was achieved in 85.7% of the cases in the PCR group and in 95.5% in the NACT+ICR group. Overall survival of >3 years in the PCR group was 42.9% while in the NACT group was 59.1%. Progression free survival (PFS) of >3 years was seen in 28.6% in the PCR group and in 45.5% in the NACT group.
Conclusions: The current study shows that NACT followed by ICR has better survival outcomes than PCR. Despite the limitations of the study, NACT + ICR can be considered a reasonable alternative to PCR in advanced EOC.
An analysis of flexible cystoscopic findings among patients visiting Urology outpatient services at a tertiary cancer center in Nepal
Authors: Nepal Umesh , Pokharel Bharat Mani , Pradhan Sulav , Gharti Binod Babu , Pokharel Gyan Prasad , Lamichhane Nirmal
Published: November 2023

Introduction: Cystoscopy is a common urological procedure done for diagnosis and surveillance of patients with urological ailments. With various lower urinary tract symptoms, flexible cystoscopy can be performed with a minimal discomfort to the patient and in a outpatient setting under local anesthesia.
Materials and Methods: We retrospectively analyzed 468 patients undergoing flexible cystoscopy from January 2022 to July 2022 over a period of six months in the outpatient services of B.P. Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital.
Results: Majority of the patients (56.2%) had some pathology of the lower urinary tract among which urinary bladder mass or malignancy was the predominant findings with 35%.  
Conclusion: Flexible cystoscopy is an important tool in urology with high diagnostic yield.
Pembentukan Usaha Mikro Kecimpring sebagai Makanan Ciri Khas Kampung Wisata
Authors: Asy'ari Muhammad Ari , Nurul Husna Ade Irvi
Published: November 2023

With its charming geographical location, Cihanjawar Village can attract tourists from various cities. Therefore, Cihanjawar Village is known as a tourist village. Equipped with villa facilities and infrastructure located in the village of Babakan Villa, RT.05, making this village visited by many tourists every weekend. But unfortunately, in the midst of the large number of tourists who come to the village, as well as rural people living in the mountains in general, the economic life of the babakan villa village community still depends on the agricultural sector, of the 98 heads of families, almost 95% work in the agricultural sector. This makes the economic level of the Babakan Villa community tend to stagnate. Even though agricultural products can be processed into delicious food products and can be a typical product from Babakan Villa Village, RT.05, Cihanjawar Village. One of the abundant agricultural products in Babakan Villa village is Cassava. A small-scale agro-industry whose raw materials are made from cassava is a kecimpring product, this snack is one of the processed products from the Sundanese land. One of the needs that tourists look for when visiting tourist attractions is the typical food of the tourist area. Therefore, through this Community Service Lecture, using the Participatory Action Research (PAR) method, researchers hope that the community will be able to recognize the potential they have, so that they want to make social changes to their potential.
Altmetrics for the identification of scientific controversies: The case of NeuroGenderings and neurosexism
Authors: Aguilar-Soto María , Robinson-García Nicolás , Vargas-Quesada Benjamín
Published: November 2023

This work presents a methodological proposal for the analysis of social controversies related to scientific literature. This methodology consists of three clearly differentiated parts. First, we identify the cognitive structure of a set of scientific works. To do this, a historiogram is created through the analysis of references cited by seminal works. This allows us to expand the set of works to work with, subsequently conducting a co-word analysis to identify the cognitive structure of the scientific field to be explored. Secondly, we obtain social mentions of this scientific literature using so-called altmetrics. This allows us to extract mentions made to each scientific document from non-academic environments. Finally, we apply sentiment analysis techniques to these mentions to identify focal points of negative sentiment. We test this methodology on the case study of NeuroGenderings, a movement in the field of neuroscience that denounces the lack of scientific evidence in works that claim the existence of brain differences driven by the biological sex of the subjects. Our results confirm the viability of these types of approaches that enable the identification of research areas with greater controversy. Although our study is limited to the analysis of controversies in news, blogs, Facebook, Wikipedia, and Reddit, the methodology can be applied to other domains and social platforms.
La censura en bibliotecas públicas y escolares y activismo bibliotecario contra los libros prohibidos
Authors: Gómez-Díaz Raquel , García-Rodríguez Araceli
Published: November 2023

La censura de libros en bibliotecas ha crecido de manera preocupante en los últimos años y está afectando especialmente a las bibliotecas públicas y escolares con porcentajes que crecen cada año. Las propuestas de prohibición de libros las realizan habitualmente los padres a través de juntas escolares o ciudadanas, usuarios y grupos políticos y religiosos, bien por el tema del que tratan o por motivos lingüísticos, étnicos o de integrismo religioso. Frente a ellas el personal bibliotecario se mantiene alerta y muestra su resistencia denunciando los casos o prestando ayuda legal a través de las asociaciones profesionales, pero también otras iniciativas como la celebración de la Semana del Libro Prohibido, la puesta a disposición de ejemplares prohibidos, la colocación de distintivos en los libros para llamar la atención sobre lo censurado o mostrar cómo se seleccionan los libros en las bibliotecas.
Risk of Venous Thromboembolism Among Individuals who Frequently Travel by Flight for Work
Authors: Sarkar Pritha , Srivastava Sunita , Mani Smritikana , Gauba Anu
Published: November 2023

Many research studies have found that venous thromboembolism is common among frequent travellers in all form mainly air travel. Few Indian studies in acute care settings had also mentioned travel history as an important element. Nowadays a section of corporate employees are frequent flyers in India. Hence, we conducted a pilot project to assess and analyze the risk category among these employees. A snowball sampling was used as a sampling technique. The data collection method was done using a google survey link. An anonymous questionnaire link with a unique code of four digit inserted by the participants, had been circulated among the identified study participants. Out of the total 30 respondents, 13 (43.3%) were at high risk, 8(26.7%) at medium risk and 9 (30%) at low-risk categories of venous thromboembolism development. Pre-existing risk factors and post-travel observation (within 8 weeks of flight travel) were recorded and analysed with SPSS 22 version. Family history was significantly associated with risk category of the employees with chi-square (χ²) value of 22.46 (p<0.05). For high-risk category employees, the venous thromboembolism risk was increased by 44 times (OR 44, 95% CI 3.4-573.4) and for medium-risk category employees 13 times (OR 13.3, 95% CI 1.07-166.4) with the history of infectious disease exposure. Overall presence of certain pre-existing clinical parameters (like heart disease, congenital heart disease, varicose veins, pregnancy, exposure to infectious disease) were significantly associated with a chi-square (χ²) value of 6.09 (p<0.05). Further knowledge level and practice level of these frequent corporate flyers had a statistically significant association with their risk category. This paved the way to develop holistic need-based guidelines covering all relevant key aspects of venous thromboembolism including the head-neck-foot exercise to prevent venous thromboembolism while flying.
Les lois de programmation des finances publiques et le Conseil constitutionnel
Authors: Rombourg Florent
Published: November 2023

Cet article traite de la jurisprudence du Conseil constitutionnel relative aux lois de programmation des finances publiques (LPFP). Il vise à analyser et à porter une appréciation critique sur le décalage qui tend à s’accentuer entre le renforcement récent de l’effectivité du principe de pluriannualité en droit constitutionnel financier et l’attachement du juge constitutionnel à faire primer, en toutes circonstances, la liberté d’action du pouvoir financier national sur les orientations des LPFP.
Le Conseil constitutionnel et les lois de règlement
Authors: Youta Ferdi
Published: November 2023

La jurisprudence du Conseil constitutionnel relative aux lois de règlement entraîne une incertitude sur la nature de ces lois et sur l’utilité du contrôle juridictionnel, dont le caractère limité semble ouvrir la voie au retour du contrôle politique du Parlement sur l’exécution du budget.
La persistance des subventions dans les relations « État-collectivités territoriales »
Authors: Houser Matthieu
Published: November 2023

Depuis 2010, les subventions marquent leur retour dans les relations financières entre l’État et les collectivités territoriales. Cette évolution n’est pas anecdotique, elle s’inscrit dans un mouvement de recentralisation financière marqué par le rétrécissement du pouvoir fiscal, l’encadrement des dépenses ou encore le gel des dotations. Plusieurs dispositifs ont été créés avec des règles différents mais progressivement un cadre commun avec en première ligne le préfet dans l’octroi des subventions.
The Perceptions of Pregnant Mothers on Exclusive Breastfeeding: Motivation to Perform Early Breastfeeding Initiation (EBI) at Hayati Clinic Medan
Authors: Wahyuni Faradita , Santri P Yuni Vivi , Kencana Tika , Darmayanti Eka , Sipahutar Dame Meldaria , Fithri Nurhamida
Published: November 2023

Introduction: Pregnancy is a natural and physiological process that brings happiness to mothers with the arrival of their newborn. When a baby is born, it is placed on its mother's chest, where it will have physical contact with its mother and instinctively search for its mother's nipple to breastfeed. This is where the process of early breastfeeding initiation (EBI) occurs. Breast milk is a natural food for babies, and the World Health Organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding for six months. Despite a 49% decrease in under-five mortality rates worldwide, child mortality remains a significant issue, with almost half of all child deaths occurring in the last two decades. The aim of this study is to determine the relationship between pregnant women's attitudes towards exclusive breastfeeding and their motivation to perform EBI. Methods: This study used a cross-sectional analytical survey design, with data collected through questionnaires distributed to 44 pregnant mothers at Hayati Clinic. The sampling technique used was saturation sampling, and the data were analyzed using chi-square statistical tests with α 0.05. Results: Based on the research results, the relationship between pregnant mothers' perceptions of exclusive breastfeeding and their motivation to perform EBI was significant, with p (0.000) < α (0.05), indicating that mothers with less favorable perceptions were less motivated to perform EBI. Conclusion: From the study's findings, it is recommended that pregnant mothers increase their knowledge and seek more information about exclusive breastfeeding and motivation to achieve successful early breastfeeding initiation (EBI).
Association between Physical Activity Level with Depression, Anxiety, and Stress in Dyslipidaemia Patients
Authors: Devi Muniandy Naleena , Mohd Kasim Noor Alicezah , Abd Aziz Laila Hawariy
Published: November 2023

Background: Dyslipidemia is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events globally. Current findings have linked dyslipidemia with mental health. Since physical activity level (PAL) is a modifiable risk factor associated with CVD and depression risk, it is worth knowing if the level of PA among dyslipidaemia patients does affect their mental health. Objective: Hence, the main objective of this study was to determine the association between depression, anxiety, and stress and physical activity among lipid-lowering drug (LLD)-treated dyslipidaemia patients. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study that was conducted among dyslipidaemia patients receiving LLD treatment from the Lipid Clinic in Hospital Al-Sultan Abdullah UiTM (HASA) and the Clinical Training Centre (CTC) in Sungai Buloh. Mental health was assessed using the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS-21), physical activity was assessed using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ-SF), and sleep quality was assessed using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Results: Most participants fell into the low physical activity level (60.5%), 34.8% fell into the moderate category, and only 4.8% fell into the high physical activity group. A multiple regression model to identify the association between sociodemographic factors, PAL, and sleep quality with depression, anxiety, and stress revealed that low PAL is negatively associated with stress (B = -0.794; OR (95% CI) = 0.45 (0.21 - 0.99); (p = 0.046) but was not significantly associated with depression and anxiety. Conclusions: Although PAL was only associated with stress in this study, interventions should target increasing physical activity, which is an important modifiable risk factor that can reduce the risk of developing depression, anxiety, and stress.
Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Motivation Levels Among Nursing Students at the College of Nursing, University of Mosul, Iraq
Authors: Khaleel Abdullah Mohanned , Mallaah Sahir , Almushhadany Osama Ismael , Hussein Ibrahim Radhwan , Saad Jassim Raghad
Published: November 2023

Aims: The objective of this study was to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic has influenced the motivation levels of nursing students. Design: A descriptive study design was implemented with nursing students enrolled at the College of Nursing, University of Mosul, Iraq. Methods: The study included a sample of 260 students. Data collection was carried out using personal information forms and Motivation Sources and Problems Scale. An online survey method was employed to collect data between May 1st and May 31st, 2020. The collected data were analyzed using various statistical measures, including frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, student t-test, and ANOVA test, performed with the SPSS 25.0 program. Results: It was found that 79.1% (n = 125) of the students were positively affected and 52.5% (n = 83) were negatively affected. The intrinsic motivation scores of the students were 43.55±8.71, extrinsic motivation scores were 21.36±3.71, negative motivation scores were 26.91±5.67, and total motivation scores were found to be 92.15±12.77. Conclusions: The COVID-19 pandemic has severely affected the students' level of motivation. A good strategic plan and a comparative study between distance education and face-to-face education are recommended to increase the level of motivation among nursing students.
Empowerment of Foreign Nurses to Develop Self-efficacy in Culturally Competent Care Delivery
Authors: Presley Diane , Mokoboto-Zwane Sheila
Published: November 2023

Background: Utilizing an exploratory, sequential, mixed-method approach, data was collected for an evidence-based educational approach to empower nursing staff from diverse cultural backgrounds to acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for the successful provision of culturally competent care. Methods: The Transcultural Self-Efficacy Tool (TSET) and the competence and confidence model were used to measure the influence of cultural competence education on transcultural self-efficacy (TSE) perceptions (n = 92). This mixed-methods inquiry utilized focus group inquiry prior to and after utilizing the TSET for the development of education and training. Results: Qualitative and quantitative data were triangulated with the themes and care statements from the qualitative focus group data, which explored relationships between the quantitative data of the TSET domains. Empowerment is demonstrated by the ability to deliver culturally competent care and achieve positive outcomes in clinical practice effectively and confidently. Conclusion: Empowering TSE may be influenced by the planned education and training of professional nurses. Educational outcome research can demonstrate the impact of cultural education and training programs on empowerment and meeting patient needs with culturally competent nursing skills.
A Systematic Literature Review of Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Nurses’ Experience During Covid-19
Authors: Bt. Abdul Hamid Nur Mursyidah , Mohamad Ismail Mohamad Firdaus B. , Bt. Shahadan Siti Zuhaidah , Mohamed Ludin Salizar Bt. , B. Tuan Muda Tuan Sidek , Mohd Yusof Nazri B.
Published: November 2023

Background: Numerous studies agree that intensive care unit (ICU) nurses carry a relatively heavy mental and physical load, which may be attributable to the gravity of their responsibilities in an environment where the slightest error could have catastrophic effects on the lives of the patients in their care. New insights are needed to support ICU nurses during the pandemic by recognizing their experiences and challenges in work environments. Hence, conducting a systematic literature review may provide a better understanding of the common challenges that ICU nurses experienced during COVID-19 and provide research-based evidence of effective adaptation strategies that have been implemented to lessen their burden. Objective: The impact of the 2019 COVID season on the work of intensive care unit (ICU) nurses is the subject of this review. Methods: A systematic literature review was performed on three electronic search engines, which are Scopus, ProQuest, and Google Scholar, from 2019 to 2022. A PRISMA flow chart was used to facilitate the process of article selection. Results: A total of 12 articles were selected for the review; the main themes were: i) The challenges in taking care of patients; ii) Adaptation strategies; iii) The impact of COVID-19 on social life; and iv) The impact of COVID-19 on perceptions of career. Conclusion: Given the challenges faced by ICU nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic, it is essential for healthcare institutions and policymakers to provide adequate support systems. This includes access to mental health resources, counseling services, and peer support programs to help nurses cope with the emotional and psychological stress associated with their work during a crisis. Even though this review attempted to identify the adaptation strategies used by ICU nurses, there are currently fewer studies investigating this issue. Hence, further study should explore this.
Da minha janela: o que eu vejo, o que eu sinto...
Authors: Santos Joel de Oliveira , Medeiros Laércio Nogueira
Published: November 2023

Sinto-me muito honrada em prefaciar este livro. A pessoa que me inspira é um artista sensível, e este trabalho vem trazer sentimentos e dúvidas. A presença de uma companhia carinhosa durante a pandemia de COVID-19 fez toda a diferença na vida das pessoas, pois as mudanças acontecidas dos dias de março de 2020 a 2021, foram muito impactantes. De forma impressionante, Laércio tem uma sensibilidade enorme às transformações no ambiente. Diante dos dias de distanciamento social, ele se preocupou com quem estava trabalhando com medo, nas ruas ou completamente isolado em algum apartamento pelo mundo. Em uma conversa com Joel, lembrando de um trabalho que viram em um COINTER, pensaram sobre uma proposta de fotografias do que as pessoas viam pela janela durante a pandemia. A ideia cresceu, e ele escreveu um projeto para a uma disciplina que estava cursando, apresentou-o a três colegas, entre eles Joel, que gostaram da ideia. Assim surgiu o projeto: “Da minha janela o que eu vejo, o que eu sinto”. Este livro – que, tenho certeza, trará momentos de beleza e reflexão para quem o ler – é um trabalho sensível, colorido, cheio de esperanças e dúvidas, mostra um tempo estranho, em que queríamos ver além das janelas com nossos olhos, nossas expectativas e só contávamos com o sonho e a alucinação. Esta obra trouxe a oportunidade de rever aquele momento através de fotos e textos de tantas pessoas, de diversas cidades, e poder enxergar a arte nos detalhes. Espero que você viaje em cada janela, imagine o futuro e o presente que há nelas. Leia cada texto e se emocione com os autores. Boa leitura! Viviane da Silva Medeiros Professora da EAJ/UFRN
Rational Design, Synthesis and Characterization of Novel Sibutramine Derivatives as Anti-Obesity Activity
Authors: Yadav Leena , Agrawal Bhagyashree , Meshram Rajesh , Kumar Ahirwar Dheeraj , Sahu Satish Kumar
Published: November 2023

Sibutramine is a medication that is often used orally to treat obesity (marketed under the names Meridia in the US and Reductil in Europe and other countries). It is classed as a Schedule IV prohibited drug in the United States because it is an amphetaminerelated centrally acting stimulant. Due to worries that the medication raises the risk of heart attack and stroke in people with a history of heart disease, sibutramine was taken off the market in Canada and the United States in October 2010. To overcome the associated problem, a strategy was developed where selective modification of this drug was performed by chemically reacting with a substrate (4-aminophenol) to form a new derivative [4-((4-(1-(1-(dimethylamino)-3-methylbutyl)cyclobutyl)phenyl) amino)phenol]. This novel derivative was comprehensively characterized by sophisticated analytical instruments such as FTIR, ¹H-NMR, 13C-NMR, and Mass spectroscopic spectroscopy.
Birth Order and Congenital Anomalies: A Retrospective Follow up Study
Authors: Fotedar Nidhi , Ramesh Masthi N. R.
Published: November 2023

Introduction: Congenital anomalies, a leading cause of infant morbidity and mortality, are vital areas of study in prenatal medicine to explore the relationship between congenital anomalies and birth order among antenatal mothers. Methods: This retrospective follow-up study was conducted in a first referral hospital in Bangalore, India between July 2021 and June 2022. Data from 1,432 antenatal mothers were analyzed, focusing on socio-demographic characteristics, congenital anomalies, and birth order. Congenital anomalies were diagnosed based on established medical criteria through detailed examination of antenatal scans and medical records. Descriptive statistics with Odds ratio with 95% CI were employed to assess associations between variables. Results: The study showed variations in the incidence of congenital anomalies with birth order, with first-borns presenting the highest incidence at 42.8%. Anomalies were predominantly observed in the maternal age group of 22–25 years (50%) and in non-consanguineous pregnancies (81%). Renal anomalies were the most prevalent, constituting 59.5% of the total anomalies. Conclusion: The variations observed in anomaly incidences based on birth order emphasize the need for further research in this area and the development of targeted preventive strategies and interventions to mitigate the risk of congenital anomalies in different birth orders.
Практикум з курсу «Охорона природи» (для студентів спеціальності 101 Екологія)
Authors: Євтушенко Едуард Олексійович
Published: November 2023

Практикум містить особливості структури теоретичного та практичного курсу, вихідні дані та методику виконання практичних робіт з охорони природи, перелік питань самостійної роботи, модульного контролю. Для студентів природничих спеціальностей, які вивчають курс «Охорона природи».
Sustainable utilization of mixed healthcare waste as aggregate in lightweight concrete mixes: mechanical behavior, water absorption and leaching studies
Authors: Hamada Lubna K. , Ismail Zainab Ziad , Závodská Anita
Published: November 2023

Wastes generated from healthcare practices are a serious problem for humans as well as for the environment. In this study, an attempt was made to use mixed solid medical waste (WPN) which consisted of shredded waste plastic and chopped waste needles for partial replacement of natural fine aggregate (sand) in concrete mixes at 0%, 2%, 4%, 6%, 8% and 10% by weight. To examine the validity of the suggested approach, the fundamental concrete properties including workability, fresh and hard densities, water absorption, compressive strength, and flexural strength as well as a leaching test were performed. The curing ages for the concrete mixes were considered to be 7, 14, and 28 days. Fifty-four cubes were molded for compressive strength test, and 72 prisms were cast for flexural strength, whereby 162 cubes were prepared for density tests as well as water absorption test. The results revealed that WPN-concrete mixes exhibited improvement in the workability and steadily decreased both the compressive and flexural strength values of the WPN-concrete mixes which were higher than the mean target strength of lightweight concrete grade M17. Leaching test results indicated the absence of the target components in the leachant. The outcomes of this experimental study demonstrated that reusing WPN as a sand-substitution aggregate in concrete is a good approach to reducing the adverse impact resulting from the improper management of healthcare and medical solid waste.
Structural behavior of UHPC epoxy composite plate subjected to velocity impact loading
Authors: Chinh Mai Viet , Nam Nguyen Quang , Tu Nguyen Van
Published: November 2023

This article aims to investigate the structural behavior of Ultra High Performance Epoxy Composite Plate subjected to velocity impact loading. Two types of material were utilized for the composite plate: epoxy, and UHPC. UHPC plate plays as a front layer to strengthen the energy absorption and protect the epoxy layer. The material model used to simulate the epoxy plate was verified by experimental results to prove its accuracy and efficiency. Impact loading was implemented in the Abaqus model by an impactor nose which has 25mm diameter. The projectile was assumed at the velocity of 120 m/s. The damage propagated due to the increment of the impact energy was estimated by the Johnson-Holmsquist concrete (JHC) material model in Abaqus. Maximum deflection, the kinetic energy versus internal energy were also investigated in the current article. Based on the obtained result, the Epoxy material combined with UHPC material was proved to be a potential application in impact resistance design.
Corrosion effect on stress concentration factor in tubular T-joints under axial loading
Authors: Chinh Vu Dan , Long Do Thanh
Published: November 2023

A stress concentration factor (SCF) is used to determine concentrated stress at hotspots for fatigue evaluation of steel fixed offshore platforms. The varying SCF significantly affects the fatigue damage of the hotspot according to the exponential function. Current standards have proposed empirical formulas to determine the SCF at the hotspots of the tubular joints, but it depends on the geometry and some specific limitations. When a tubular joint is corroded, its geometry will be changed, making these limitations unsuitable, especially for the case of non-uniform corrosion. Therefore the formulas are no longer suitable to apply in these cases. This paper uses ABAQUS-based numerical simulation to analyze concentrated stress at saddle and crown points on the chord of non-uniform corroded tubular T-joints under axial loading in some different scenarios. The research indicates that thickness and dimension of corroded zone around the joint intersection substantially influence stress concentration factor and fatigue damage at the mentioned hotspots.
PENERAPAN UNSUR SUBYEKTIF PADA PENYIDIKAN TINDAK PIDANA KELALAIAN YANG MENGAKIBATKAN ORANG LAIN MENINGGAL PADA TAMBANG BATU BARA (Studi Satreskrim Polres Sawahlunto)
Authors: Fahmi Firman
Published: November 2023

Penerapan Unsur Subyektif  Pada Penyidikan Tindak Pidana Kecelakaan Kerja Pekerja Akibat Faktor Alam Pada Tambang Batu Bara Bawah Tanah Pada Oleh  Satreskrim Polres Sawahlunto  adalah  menerapkan pertanggungjawaban pidananya kepada Kepala Teknik Tambang (KTT), maka dugaan   atas   peristiwa tersebut adalah Pasal 359 KUHP dimana unsur yang terpenuhi kegagalan pengawasan oleh Kepala Teknik Tambang karena harus mengawasi 16 lubang tambang bawah tanah, Kurangnya peralatan keselamatan kerja khususnya alat pengukur debit udara, dan sling psykometer untuk mengukur kelembapan udara, dan Kurangnya peralatan keselamatan kerja khususnya alat pengukur debit udara, dan sling psykometer untuk mengukur kelembapan udara,  maka  hal  ini dapat dikatakan sebagai perbuatan kelalaian / Kealpaan  akibat,  karena  Kepala Teknik Tambang tidak melakukan pengawasan dan pengecekan rutin seperti apa yang seharusnya diperbuat menurut hukum tertulis. Hambatan Bagi Penyidik Dalam Menerapkan Unsur Subyektif  Pada Tindak Pidana Kecelakaan Kerja Pekerja Akibat Faktor Alam Pada Tambang Batu Bara Bawah Tanah Pada Oleh  Satreskrim Polres Sawahlunto Saat Penyidik melakukan tindakan olah TKP penyidik kesulitan dalam pencarian bukti-bukti awal terjadinya pelanggaran atau tindak pidana kecelakaan kerja dikarenakan pelaku selalu mengelak dan berdalih. Rendahnya Pendidikan terhadap pelaku yang diduga melakukan tindak pidana sehingga penyidik mengalami kesulitan dalam meminta keterangan yang jelas dikarenakan pelaku pelanggaran memiliki keterbatasan pengetahuan. Penyidik sangat kesulitan menentukan jenis-jenis kecelakaan kerja apa saja yang dilarang karena dalam undang-undang tidak dijelaskan secara rinci jenis-jenis tindak pidana kecelakaan kerja. Dalam proses penyidikan sulit mencari keterangan para saksi, karna para pekerja sengaja menutup-nutupi kasus tersebut karena takut mereka akan kehilangan mata pencariannya.
PENETAPAN TANAH HAK GUNA USAHA SEBAGAI OBJEK TANAH TERLANTAR (STUDI PADA KANTOR WILAYAH BADAN PERTANAHAN NASIONAL PROVINSI SUMATERA BARAT)
Authors: Hamdani Hamdani
Published: November 2023

Tanah berfungsi sebagai tempat tinggal orang dan tanah juga menyediakan mata pencaharian bagi mereka. Masalah tanah terlantar merupakan salah satu masalah yang harus diselesaikan oleh pemerintah karena pemerintah dapat mengalihkan fungsi atau memanfaatkan tanah terlantar dari Hak Guna Usaha. Pelepasan tanah merupakan tindakan yang tidak bijaksana, tidak ekonomis dan juga merupakan pelanggaran terhadap kewajiban yang harus dilakukan oleh pemegang hak atas tanah. Rumusan masalah dalam penelitian ini adalah, Pertama, bagaimana proses penetapan hak guna tanah menjadi tanah terlantar di Sumatera Barat? Kedua, apa akibat hukum yang terjadi dalam penetapan HGU menjadi tanah terlantar oleh Badan Pertanahan Provinsi Sumatera Barat? Spesifikasi penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif analitis, yaitu melakukan deskripsi hasil penelitian dengan data selengkap dan sedetail mungkin. Selanjutnya, analisis hasil penelitian dilakukan dengan menggunakan hukum dan teori yang relevan. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa (1) proses penetapan Hak Guna Usaha menjadi Tanah Terlantar di Sumatera Barat yaitu menurut Peraturan Pemerintah Nomor 11 Tahun 2010 tentang Pemanfaatan dan Penguasaan Tanah Terlantar, adalah dilakukan melalui tahapan sebagai berikut: a. evaluasi Kawasan Terlantar; B. peringatan Kawasan Terlantar; dan C. penetapan Kawasan Terlantar yang diatur dalam peraturan perundang-undangan dan peraturan lainnya. (2) Akibat hukum yang terjadi dalam penetapan HGU menjadi tanah terlantar oleh Badan Pertanahan Provinsi Sumatera Barat yaitu tanah yang telah ditetapkan sebagai tanah terlantar, tanah terlantar dapat dimanfaatkan atau dimanfaatkan untuk kepentingan masyarakat dan negara dalam mensukseskan reforma agraria, program strategis negara dan cadangan negara. dilakukan oleh Kepala Badan Pertanahan Nasional Republik Indonesia atas pertimbangan teknis Tim Nasional.
Penggunaan Warna Tempat Media Tanam terhadap Pertumbuhan Tanaman Hias Sirih Lemon (Epipremnum aureum var. Neon) dengan Menggunakan Teknik Art Glass Planting
Authors: Mardhiah Agnatul , Cartono Cartono , Nurul Hizqiyah Ida Yayu
Published: November 2023

Tanaman hias Sirih Gading (Epipremnum aureum Var. Neon) merupakan tanaman yang dapat menyerap polutan dalam ruangan, sehingga cocok sebagai tanaman hias dalam ruangan. Ada beberapa faktor yang dapat mempengaruhi pertumbuhan tanaman hias sirih lemon, salahsatunya yaitu suhu pada media tanam. Warna dapat mempengaruhi kondisi suhu pada media tanam. Untuk menjaga kestabilan suhu maka dapat menggunakan teknik art glass planting. Metode penelitian yang digunakan yaitu dengan menggunakan metode eksperimen atau percobaaan yang bertujuan mengetahui laju pertumbuhan tanaman. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perbedaan warna tempat media tanam dapat mempengaruhi pertumbuhan tanaman. Warna hijau dapat meningkatkan jumlah daun dan ukuran panjang tanaman. Sementara tempat media tanam warna ungu dapat mempengaruhi diameter batang utama dan pertambahan lebar daun.
Efek Penggunaan Dosis Pupuk Npk Terhadap Pertumbuhan dan Hasil Beberapa Varietas Jagung Manis (Zea mays saccharata L.)
Authors: Haryanto Mohamad Ananda , Priyono Priyono , Sholihah Efi Nikmatu
Published: November 2023

Penelitian ini berjudul “Efek Penggunaan Dosis Pupuk NPK Terhadap Pertumbuhan Dan Hasil Beberapa Varietas Jagung Manis (Zea mays saccharata L.)” bertujuan untuk menganalisis efek dosis pupuk NPK terhadap pertumbuhan dan hasil 3 varietas jagung manis (Zea mays saccharata L.). Penelitian ini dilaksanakan pada bulan April - Juni 2023, di Kebun Benih Hortikultura Tohudan Colomadu, Karanganyar. Ketinggian tempat ±105 mdpl, jenis tanah regosol dan pH tanah 6,5-7. Penelitian menggunakan Rancangan Acak Kelompok Lengkap (RAKL) faktorial, dengan metode Split Plot terdiri dari 2 faktor perlakuan yaitu 3 macam varietas jagung manis dan 4 macam dosis pupuk NPK, Varietas jagung manis (V) terdiri dari V1: Varietas Sweet Boy, V2 : Varietas Bonanza F1, V3 : Varietas Talenta. Dosis pupuk NPK (D) terdiri dari D0 : Tanpa Pupuk NPK (kontrol), D1 : Dosis Pupuk NPK 5 g/tanaman, D2 : Dosis Pupuk NPK 10 g/tanaman, D3 : Dosis Pupuk NPK 15 g/tanaman. Data hasil penelitian dianalisis menggunakan analisis ragam dilanjutkan dengan uji lanjut BNJ 5%. Pengamatan yang dilakukan meliputi tinggi tanaman (cm), jumlah daun (helai), diameter batang (cm), jumlah tongkol per tanaman (tongkol), panjang tongkol (cm), diameter tongkol (cm), berat segar tongkol berkelobot (g), berat segar tongkol tanpa kelobot (g), dan berat segar brangkasan (g). Hasil penelitian ini yaitu perlakuan varietas Bonanza dan dosis pupuk NPK 10 g/tanaman (V2D2) mengahasilkan nilai tertinggi pada parameter jumlah daun sebesar 14,33 helai, parameter diameter batang sebesar 2,79 cm, parameter jumlah tongkol per tanaman sebesar 2,00 tongkol, parameter panjang tongkol sebesar 20,17 cm, parameter diameter tongkol sebesar 4,80 cm, parameter berat segar tongkol tanpa kelobot sebesar 390,09 g per tanaman, dan parameter berat segar brangkasan 234,15 g. Sedangkan perlakuan varietas Bonanza dan dosis pupuk NPK 15 g/tanaman menghasilkan nilai tertinggi untuk parameter tinggi tanaman sebesar 149,61 cm. Perlakuan varietas Talenta dan dosis pupuk NPK 10 g/tanaman (V3D2) menghasilkan nilai tertinggi pada parameter pengamatan berat segar tongkol berkelobot sebesar 397,97 g/tanaman.

 

Kata kunci : dosis pupuk NPK, jagung manis, varietas
ISLAMIC LAW PERSPECTIVE ON GENDER EQUALITY IN IMPROVING FAMILY WELFARE
Authors: Fasiha Fasiha , Umar Umar , Cahyani Rahma , Nursafitri Erika
Published: November 2023

Gender equality is a global issue that can contribute to improving the country's economy. The role of women in improving family welfare is very important for economic development. Islam has provided space for women to have the right to work. This study analyzes the contribution of female farm workers to family welfare in East Luwu Regency. The contribution is in the form of increasing family income and family financial management strategies. In addition, this study analyzes the perspective of Islamic law on working wives. The method used in this study is a mixed method. Quantitative methods to measure the contribution of female farm workers to family income and qualitative methods to analyze family financial management strategies, as well as the perspective of Islamic law on working wives. The results of the study show that female farm workers greatly contribute to increasing family income. In addition, women farm workers have a good financial management strategy by implementing long-term investments in the form of cattle and children's education. The perspective of Islamic law towards working wives is based on family conditions and situations. Islam does not prohibit wives from working as long as they do not violate Islamic law
REVITALIZATION OF MOSQUE MANAGEMENT MODELS AND THEIR APPLICATION IN SOCIAL CAPITAL
Authors: Muhlis Muhlis , Sagara Yusar , Amani Zulfa
Published: November 2023

The revitalization of mosque management at Kurir Langit Mosque aims to restore its function as a place of worship and a relevant social practice aligned with the current needs of the Muslim community by reinstating the practices of the early era of Islam during the time of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his companions. The research objective is to examine the strategies for revitalizing mosque management models and their implementation in the context of social capital at Kurir Langit Mosque. This study utilizes a qualitative method with a field research approach. The research findings reveal that the revitalization of Kurir Langit Mosque's management has brought about significant transformation in

mosque management, fundraising, and various social practices, thereby introducing the concept of social capital within the community. The modern concept of revitalization at Kurir Langit Mosque involves a return to the roots of early Islam, adopting early Islamic practices, and making the mosque a centre for education and empowerment. Community funds are managed meticulously, combining religious values with educational services, primarily funded through endowments, zakat, almsgiving, and donations, enabling the mosque to operate independently. A comprehensive social welfare program focusing on education,

well-being, and empowerment is implemented with a mentorship-based approach, fostering positive change and reducing reliance on aid and donations.
Сephalgia and hypothyroidism
Authors:   Altai State Medical University, Barnaul, Russian Federation, Parkhomenko E.V. , Ekusheva E.V. ,   Academy of Postgraduate Education of the Federal Scientific and Clinical Center of the Federal Medical Biological Agency of Russian Federation, Moscow, Russian Federation,   Belgorod State University, Belgorod, Russian Federation, Kulikova S.I. ,   Altai State Medical University, Barnaul, Russian Federation
Published: November 2023

Hypothyroidism is usually manifested by a wide range of symptoms from various body systems, including the nervous system. It was found that approximately 30% of patients with decreased thyroid function suffer from cephalgia, which is associated with a thyroid hormone deficiency. Both primary and secondary hypothyroidism can not only lead to secondary cephalgia but also aggravate pre-existing primary cephalgia, most commonly migraine. It is known that cephalgia is more common in women, especially if there is a history of migraine. In everyday clinical practice, cephalgia associated with hypothyroidism is rarely diagnosed as an independent form of secondary cephalgia. More commonly, primary cephalgia, such as migraine and tension headache, are regarded as concomitant diseases in patients with decreased thyroid function. To date, data on the association between hypothyroidism and migraine, as well as hypothyroidism and tension headache are contradictory and it is not always possible to determine which process is primary or secondary. The pathophysiological basis explaining the association between hypothyroidism and cephalgia/migraine has not yet been studied. KEYWORDS: hypothyroidism, cephalgia, migraine, tension headache, thyroid-stimulating hormone, hypothalamus, levothyroxine, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, Hashimoto's encephalopathy, preventive migraine treatment. FOR CITATION: Parkhomenko E.V., Ekusheva E.V., Kulikova S.I. Сephalgia and hypothyroidism. Russian Medical Inquiry. 2023;7(10):630–634 (in Russ.). DOI: 10.32364/2587-6821-2023-7-10-4.
Performance Evaluation and Analysis of Electric Vehicle Parameters – A Test Bench
Authors: Krishnakumar Vijayakumar , Subramanian Kannan
Published: November 2023

In the current scenario, an electric vehicle (EV) has significant growth potential, with India’s GDP predicted to expand by 25% by 2024. We can improve the reliability of electric cars by correctly assessing their parameters and studying their characteristics. We can also make EVs more cost-effective by tailoring the design of electric vehicle components to consider the driving cycle and vehicle attributes. In this study, the real critical parameters and driving cycle data were considered in order to develop a more advanced model. This research looked into the effects of several factors on vehicle performance and energy usage. This study establishes an effective method for determining the suitable motor rating and battery capacity for an EV. This work also acts as a test bed for EV manufacturers and consumers to estimate and assess car performance in order to improve the design or functionality.
The Born Rule is a Feature of Superposition
Authors: Ellerman David
Published: November 2023

The Born Rule plays a critical role in quantum mechanics (QM) since it supplies the link between the mathematical formalism and experimental results in terms of probabilities. The Born Rule does not occur in ordinary probability theory. Where then does it come from? This has been a topic of considerable controversy in the literature. We take the approach of asking what is the simplest extension of ordinary probability theory where the Born rule appears. This is answered by showing that the Born Rule appears by adding the notion of superposition events (in addition to the ordinary discrete events) to finite probability theory. Hence the rule does not need any physics-based derivation. It is simply a feature of the mathematics of superposition when only superposition events are added to ordinary probability theory.
Analisis Marjin Pemasaran Ubi Kayu (Manihot Utilissima) Di Kecamatan Polokarto Kabupaten Sukoharjo
Authors: Marleni Yuni , Harinta Yos Wahyu , Dewati Rosita
Published: November 2023

Cassava is the third food ingredient after rice and corn which is one of the leading agricultural products that is widely marketed in the Polokarto District area. The aim of this research is to determine the marketing channels, marketing margins and marketing efficiency of cassava that are most effectively used by cassava farmers in Polokarto District, Sukoharjo Regency. The basic method used in this research is descriptive which is aimed at highlighting facts, variables, circumstances and phenomena that are occurring now (when the research is taking place) and uses survey methods as a research technique. The results of this research are that there are 3 cassava marketing channels in Polokarto District, Sukoharjo Regency. In marketing channel I, the marketing institutions involved in cassava marketing are retailers. In channel II the marketing institutions involved are collecting traders, wholesalers and retailers. In channel III the marketing institutions involved are collecting traders and wholesalers. The marketing margin for marketing channel I is IDR 2,000, the margin for channel II is IDR. 13,450 and channel III margin is IDR 13,500. Farmer's share in channel I is 50%, channel II is 10.33% and channel III is 10%. The efficient marketing channel is marketing channel I with an efficiency level of 16.68%. Meanwhile, marketing channel II has an efficient level of 17.37% and marketing channel III has an efficient level of 28.07%. Based on this, it can be said that the most efficient is marketing channel I because it has the shortest channel so that the marketing costs that take place in this marketing channel pattern are the lowest and the farmer's share value is high in marketing channel I.