bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Scientific Uncertainty and Biodiversity Inventory
Authors: Subedi Indra Prasad
Published: October 2021

All sciences, including biological science, have uncertainty, and they complicate theoretical questions. Uncertainty essentially is a mark of good science, and its efficacious communication is even essential for better decisions. Explaining the research work uncertainties indicates that the scientists are aware of the vital difference between the known and the unknown. Uncertainty is equally significant in biodiversity studies. Species composition of any area can’t be predicted with certainty because of interwoven relationships between species diversity and climatic and anthropogenic factors. Good survey planning with acceptable animal welfare practices could lead to asymptote for inventory of any particular area. Scientists can handle uncertainty in their studies by sensible statistics and reasonably large sample size.
Militarisation and Privatisation of Outer Space: A Grave Threat to Humanity
Authors: Yadav Prabhu Ray
Published: October 2021

Nations are spending millions of amounts in amassing arms and nuclear weapons on Earth and even in Space. Such a situation is bound to lead humanity to the brink of a catastrophic war on Earth and even in Space. In this context, sensible human beings should oppose all war-mongering activities that could ultimately invite the very extinction of humanity. This paper tries to emphasize the consequences of the misuse of arms and ammunition on Earth and in Space. This paper focuses on spreading the need for co-existence of people worldwide and eschews the thoughts of waging a war that may wipe out the humanity’s face from the Earth.
Skuteczność zapobiegania zaburzeniom psychicznym i ich leczenia: wnioski z badań dla praktyki klinicznej
Authors: Rakowska Jadwiga Małgorzata
Published: October 2021

The publication is a comprehensive review of the current state of research on the effectiveness of psychotherapeutic interventions in preventing mental disorders and their treatment. Moreover, it discusses the usefulness of research conclusions in clinical practice. The author analyses the methods used in adults, children and the youth together with interpersonal determinants of effectiveness of such interventions and gives recommendations on implementing research results in clinical practice. For clinicians, this publication is a source of information useful in practising their profession according to the clinical practice model based on empirical evidence.
Developmental Trajectories of Negative Peer Play in Preschool: Predictors and Outcomes1
Authors: Lee Suhyun , Kim Seri , Lee Kangyi
Published: October 2021

This study aims to identify age-related trajectories of preschoolers’ negative peer play, their predictors, and school-related outcomes. The participants were 1,547 children in the Panel Study on Korean Children and their teachers and parents. Using latent class growth analysis, we identified negative peer play trajectories of children between 4 and 6 years old. Analyses of variances were conducted to investigate whether children’s school readiness at 6 years old differed between the trajectories. Finally, multinomial logistic regressions were conducted to explore how teacher-child interactions influenced membership in the trajectories. Three developmental trajectories of play disruption were found: “Low” (64.3%), “Constant-higher” (34.3%), and “U-curve” (1.4%). In the case of play disconnection, four trajectories were found: “Low-increase” (57.6%), “Moderate-decrease” (26.5%), “Sharp-increase” (10.1%), and “High-decrease” (5.8%). The trajectories of play disruption were related to social and emotional development and approach to learning. The trajectories of play disconnection were related to all aspects of school readiness including social and emotional development, approach to learning, communication, and cognitive development. Teacher-child interactions that encourage children’s prosocial behaviors and positive peer interactions predicted likely membership in “Low-increase” play disconnection development. Also, teachers’ affectionate and sensitive qualities during the interaction with children predicted a “Low” trajectory of play disruption. Together, the results emphasized the protective power of positive teacher-child interactions in the development of preschool negative peer play. Based on the findings, policy implications are discussed with regard to teacher education.
Pandemic Pedagogy: Elements of Online Supportive Course Design
Authors: Brophy Nate , Broeckelman-Post Melissa , Nordin Karin , Miller Angela , Buehl Michelle , Vomund Jeff
Published: October 2021

The purpose of this study was to identify which course design elements students perceive as supporting an easier transition to emergency remote instruction (ERI) due to COVID-19, as well as to use those items to develop the Online Supportive Course Design (OSCD) measure. By asking students to rate their course with the easiest transition and hardest transition to emergency remote instruction, this study identified which structural elements were most important for supporting students during the transition. Using exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses, a seven-item measure was developed to operationalize OSCD, and initial validity was established by examining the relationships between OSCD, autonomy support, and teacher competence. Finally, practical implications for university faculty and areas for future research are discussed.
“Minor Setback, Major Comeback”: A Multilevel Approach to the Development of Academic Resilience
Authors: Frisby Brandi , Vallade Jessalyn
Published: October 2021

This study examined communicative processes at multiple levels that may influence students’ academic resilience through transitions. Participant interviews (N = 23) revealed that at the individual level, students develop a resilient mindset and effective academic strategies, engage in self-care, and compartmentalize. At the relational level, students rely on teachers to demonstrate positive teaching behaviors, receive academic and emotional support from a variety of sources, and find role models to inspire resilience. Finally, students reported that the campus community gave opportunities to build support networks and access campus resources, but identified threats to effective use of these resilience-building opportunities. Finally, all but one theme demonstrated that the development of academic resilience typically happens outside the traditional classroom yet affects student performance inside the classroom. These findings contribute to instructional communication research because of the application of an underutilized theory and method in instructional research, the multilevel focus on communication and resilience development processes, and by providing practical insight to create targeted approaches to improve student resilience and related outcomes.
Encouraging College Student Democratic Engagement Through a Collaborative Voter
Authors: McGowan-Kirsch Angela
Published: October 2021

Drawing on challenges I experienced when teaching a political communication course, I designed an upper-level undergraduate course with the objective of developing students’ civic competence and democratic engagement. The major class assignment, which is the focal point of this best practices essay, was a four-step collaborative voter mobilization project designed and executed by undergraduate students. I use research, classroom conversations, and student observations to discuss four best practices for encouraging students to participate in electoral politics: (a) fostering political efficacy, (b) peer-to-peer learning, (c) experiential learning, and (d) learning through reflection. This essay breaks a four-step collaborative voting mobilization project down into easily implementable steps for those seeking to inculcate attitudes and behaviors that foster democratic engagement whether that be in schools, universities, or within the broader community.
Lessons From the Pandemic: Engaging Wicked Problems With Transdisciplinary Deliberation
Authors: Coleman Miles , Santos Susana , Cypher Joy , Krummenacher Claude , Fleming Robert
Published: October 2021

Some crises, such as those brought on or exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, are wicked problems—large, complex problems with no immediate answer. As such, they make rich centerpieces for learning with respect to public deliberation and issue-based dialogue. This essay reflects on an experimental, transdisciplinary health and science communication course entitled Comprehending COVID-19. The course represents a collaborative effort among 14 faculty representing 10 different academic departments to create a resource for teaching students how to deliberate the pandemic, despite its attending, oversaturated, fake-news-infused, infodemic. We offer transdisciplinary deliberation as a pedagogical framework to expand communication repertoires in ways useful for sifting through the messiness of an infodemic while also developing key deliberation skills for productively engaging participatory decision-making with concern to wicked problems.
Biochemical and Molecular Diagnostic Indicators for Cancer
Authors: Baskaran N. , Baskaran N. , Vignesh S , Chandrasekar V
Published: October 2021

Biomarkers are substances that are either secreted by the tumor or produced by the body in response to the presence of cancer. Biomarkers serve as an objective measure for evaluation of normal and pathological processes as well as pharmacological responses to a therapeutic intervention. Cancer studies are usually difficult to interpret, especially based on the contemporary medical diagnosis. In this circumstance, biomarkers are developing as reliable diagnostic metabolites, which have many promising applications in oncological screening, differential diagnosis, risk assessment, response to treatment, and examining the progression of disease. Genome or protein based prognostic biomarkers are available, for numerous cancer types, for potential inclusion into clinical prognostic staging methods. However, there lies difficulty in translating these biomarkers into clinical outcomes. This review concerns important biomarkers related to wide varieties of cancer and also elucidates mode of action of few major biomarkers.
Prevalence of Lewis Blood Group Polymorphisms in Southern Thai Blood Donors
Authors: Nanakorn Natthaphon , Boonthongkhao Suwimon , Mitundee Supattra , Tonwong Natda
Published: October 2021

Objective: To determine the frequencies of five of the most common (59T>G, 202T>C, 314C>T, 508G>A and 1067T>G) single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) of the FUT3 gene in Thai blood donors and examine their associations with the presence or absence of Lewis antigens on red blood cells.Material and Methods: A total of 364 donor specimens from Songklanagarind Hospital and Regional Blood Centre XII Songkhla, Thailand, were recruited for the study. Molecular analysis of each SNP was performed by polymerase chain reaction amplification with sequence-specific primers (PCR-SSP). The Lewis phenotype was investigated in 159 individuals using the standard hemagglutination test.Results: The frequencies of the SNPs were 32.0% (59T>G), 46.6% (202T>C), 21.7% (314C>T), 37.9% (508G>A), and 25.0% (1067T>A). The prevalences of the Lewis phenotype were 61.0% for Le(a-b+), 7.6% for Le(a+b-), 11.3% for Le(a+b+), and 20.1% for Le(a-b-). The Lewis-negative phenotype was significantly associated with homozygosity in 59T>G and 1067T>A (χ2 =49.873, and χ2 =44.520, respectively).Conclusion: Our findings suggest that le59,1067 is largely responsible for the Lewis-negative phenotype in our southern Thai population. Genetic variations in FUT3 polymorphisms may be used as molecular markers for ethnicity and to help understand the roles of the Lewis blood group in infections or clinical diseases.
Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome Caused by Mycoplasma Pneumoniae Infection in Children: A Case Report and Literature Review
Authors: Kittivisuit Sirinthip , Vachvanichsanong Prayong , Chotsampancharoen Thirachit
Published: October 2021

We describe the case of a 6-year-old boy with a Mycoplasma pneumoniae (M. pneumoniae) respiratory tract infection associated with thrombotic microangiopathic hemolytic anemia and thrombocytopenia with renal failure which was diagnosed as atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome. Renal biopsy showed features of thrombotic microangiopathy. The patient was treated with azithromycin for the M. pneumoniae infection, and supportive care with red cell transfusion and renal dialysis in the acute period. The microangiopathic hemolytic anemia and thrombocytopenia resolved within 2 months after diagnosis but the renal function damage was irreversible. The patient developed end-stage renal disease and required long term renal replacement therapy.
INVESTMENT IN HUMAN CAPITAL IS AN INNOVATIVE RESOURCE OF THE ECONOMY
Authors: Anastasiia ILYINA
Published: October 2021

Background. The current problem of investment in human capital is the level of their innovativeness, that is usefulness for the society and profitability for the investor, where the education plays a huge role as a factor in the objectivity of the evaluation of proposals to identify the promising investment objects. Analysis of recent research and publications. A number of researchers have studied the problems associated with the innovation investment and human capital. However, the development of human capital through smart investment in education and science requires further research. The aim of the article is to study the process of the investment in human capital development to intensify innovation activities in the country. Materials and methods. The scientific articles, monographs and statistical data of the official websites of the State Statistic Service of Ukraine and Global Innovation Indexwere examined, so they presented information base of the research. Methods of conceptual synthesis, time series analysis, comparative and system analyzes, modeling and abstraction were used in this paper. Results.Over the past ten years, there has been an inadequate distribution of the funds invested in human capital by public authorities among participants in the investment process in Ukraine. It is necessary to improve investment management of human capital to solve this problem, since optimization of the quality assurance system of education plays a crucial role. Conclusion. The strategic planning of innovation and investment activities of public and private sectors should be aimed at developing an effective system of human capital management, which in turn requires the establishment of relations between central and local executive bodies, local self-government bodies and participants in the educational process. Keywords: investment, human capital, innovation, education, science, information and communication technologies.
DIGITALIZATION TRENDS OF AGRICULTURAL ENTERPRISES IN UKRAINE
Authors: Anton TARASYUK , Volodymyr GAMALIY
Published: October 2021

Background. Agriculture is a leader in the export of our country,butthere is no comprehensive systemic approach in Ukraine and in the world to the development of enterprises in this industry based on the use of information technology in terms of the concept of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. An analysis of recent research and publicationshas shown that there are some scientific achievements, but an important scientific and practical problem of a comprehensive strategy for digitalization of agricultural enterprises remains unresolved. The aim of the article is to study the current state of implementation of information technologies in Ukrainian agricultural enterprises, to identify unresolved problems of agricultural enterprises digitalization. Materials and methods. Methods of system analysis and synthesis, marketing researches, statistical and comparison were used in the paper. Results. Scientific hypotheses have been put forward regarding the need to create and implement a comprehensive concept of digitalization of agriculture – "Smart agricultural", which is a set of software and hardware that provides automated collection and transmission for processing all necessary data for management decisions in the agricultural sector. Based on the results of this study, the theoretical foundations for the development and application of intelligent systems in the agricultural sector and the use of automated workplaces in control systems have been developed. The main groups of hardware and software used for industry automation are considered. At detailed consideration of application of the specified technological directions, there are non-systematic application, absence of software for systematic fixing and control of parameters for the further analysis. Conclusion. The results of the development ways analysis of the "Agriculture 4.0" ("SmartFarm") concept for its application at the Ukrainian agricultural enterprises allowed to allocate four technological directions: aerospace technologies; Internet of Things (IoT); information and communication technologies; Big Data and Machine Learning. The main achievements in each technological direction, available developments and ways of their application are considered. We found out that technological and technical means are used to ensure the quality development of the agricultural sector, but most technologies are used for operational processes and control of the enterprise current state. The study demonstrates that the big data technology and machine learning, which are the most important for the creation of automated jobs are not developed completely. Keywords: management system, intelligent systems, machine learning, digitalization of agricultural sector.
CORPORATE REPORTING: TRANSPOSITION OF THE PROVISIONS OF EU DIRECTIVE 2013/34
Authors: Svitlana KOROL , Olena FOMINA , Oleksandr ZADNIPROVSKYI
Published: October 2021

Background. Corporate reporting is one of the key tools of external communication. Bringing it in line with EU Directive 2013/34 is in line with Ukraine's European integration plan and the interests of Ukrainian business. The aim of the article is to study the approaches to transposing the provisions of EU Directive 2013/34 on the structure and content of corporate reporting in the EU Member States and in Ukraine to ensure its interna­tiona­lization. Materials and methods. The research was conducted using the methods of theoretical generalization, comparative analysis and synthesis, which allowed to assess the domestic practice and prospects of transposition of EU Directive 2013/34. Results. The provisions of EU Directive 2013/34 on the preparation and publication of annual financial statements are considered. The requirements are systematized and the powers of national regulators to determine the structure and content of financial statements by category of enterprises are analyzed. Approaches to the reform of accounting legislation in the EU member states and in Ukraine are studied. The differences between the measures taken and the prospects for transposition of EU Directive 2013/34 in our country have been identified. Conclusion. Unlike EU countries, the management report and the report on payments in favor of the state are new forms of reporting. The formation of the regulatory framework for the implementation of EU Directive 2013/34 in Ukraine is not completed yet, their preparation and practical implementation require a certain adaptation period to study foreign experience and create a favorable investment environment. Further in-depth study of the provisions of EU Directive 2013/34, in particular on the structure and content of financial statements of various categories of companies, will allow better understand domestic legislative innovations, reporting of business partners from EU countries and make reporting of Ukrainian companies more transparent and useful to increase their competitiveness and investment attractiveness.
Le numéro commun santé : enjeux et impacts
Authors: Penverne Y. , Delelis-Fanien H. , Robert L. , Berthier F. , Jenvrin J. , Montassier E.
Published: October 2021

Les questions relatives aux numéros d’urgence concernent en premier lieu nos concitoyens. Elles relèvent également d’enjeux de société au travers de l’impératif de maintien du fonctionnement du système dans son ensemble. Souvent réduites aux désaccords entre professionnels de l’urgence, il apparaît nécessaire de considérer les constats portés sur le territoire national et d’objectiver les impératifs opérationnels afin d’œuvrer à la mise en place d’un système lisible, simplifié et efficient. La singularité et la complexité des demandes de soins urgents, non programmés, relève d’une prise en charge spécifique. L’instauration d’un numéro commun santé, articulé et interopéré avec les services de secours et de sécurité, répond à un modèle organisationnel cible en lien avec la réalité du besoin en France, principalement constitué par la demande sanitaire. Ainsi, le service d’accès aux soins (SAS), désormais inscrit dans la loi, constitue un objectif central d’amélioration de la prise en charge des patients en situation d’urgence ou nécessitant des soins non programmés ambulatoires. Il répond à la volonté de convergence des professionnels de santé de la ville et de l’hôpital dans un objectif d’efficience grâce à l’adaptation de la réponse sanitaire au besoin de soins réels du patient. Accéder au SAS par le numéro commun santé contribue à la mise en œuvre globale d’un dispositif pertinent au regard des contraintes opérationnelles et médicoéconomiques actuelles.
Structural and mechanical model of spiral fiber-reinforced concrete
Authors: Bochkareva O. S. , Erenchinov S. A. , Zimakova G. A. , Kasper E. A.
Published: October 2021

Orthotropic concrete reinforcement is the addition of spiral fibers to concrete. Finite element modeling is used to study the influence of the spiral fiber geometry on the physical and mechanical properties of concrete. Based on the numerical and experimental research, the proposed mathematical model of fiber-reinforced concrete shows that the composite with the desired properties and structure is obtained with the optimum parameters of the spiral fiber namely 20-30 mm length, 5 mm diameter, and 1.5 mm distance between turns.
Plasma-assisted production of glass-ceramic materials
Authors: Shekhovtsov V. V. , Skripnikova N. K. , Semenovykh M. A. , Bakshanskii R. Yu.
Published: October 2021

The paper presents the experimental results of the plasma-assisted production of glass-ceramic materials. The dependences are suggested for the main physical and mechanical properties (flexural and compressive strengths, density, thermal expansion coefficient) of the end products and the mixture components. The accumulative recrystallization centers of the anorthite phase are detected. The inclusions of this phase randomly locate on the surface of the melting products and resemble dendritic microinclusions up to 90 nm in size. The properties of the glass-ceramic materials are described using conventional techniques.
The effect of amaranth oil on proteinuria in lupus prone mice
Authors: Martirosyan Danik , Hutcheson Jack , Sajitharan Deena , Williams Samantha , Mohan Chandra
Published: October 2021

Background: Kidney disease is a leading cause of death in the United States and the world. Proteinuria signifies kidney damage and can exacerbate kidney disease. It has become an important indicator of kidney disease; reducing proteinuria results in renoprotective effects and slows renal disease. Existing treatments do not work for every patient.Aim of Study: Amaranth is a tropical plant that was regularly consumed in the ancient Central American diet. It has a plethora of health effects and is a strong functional food candidate. This study examines whether a regular oral dose of amaranth oil decreased proteinuria concentration in murine subjects. Methods: Mice in the experimental group (n = 3) were given 4μl of amaranth oil per gram of mouse weight for 5 days a week over 84 days. Control mice (n = 2) were sham treated on the same schedule with no oil. Urine protein concentration was determined by Bradford assay, measuring absorbance at 595nm, then comparing with a BSA standard curve. Results: The experimental group showed decreased proteinuria levels throughout the entire 84 days of studyConclusion: Results show amaranth oil may help decrease proteinuria levels in lupus prone murine subjects. Given the small sample size, the data are preliminary. More research is needed to validate the results and determine the optimal dose and treatment schedule.Key words: proteinuria, amaranth oil, renoprotective, kidney disease, renal disease, lupus, functional food
Engineering project control of comprehensive unit price fluctuation-time limit fluctuation-process adjustment
Authors: Nie Xiangtian , Shi Jianyou , Wang Bo , Cui Zhirui
Published: October 2021

When an engineering project requires a lot of time and the construction environment is complex, the unit price of materials and personnel will change, the project construction will be hindered, and the construction plan of the project should be adjusted. These uncertain interference factors will cause the earned value analysis results are quite different from or even contrary to the actual situation, so there will not be enough impartial data to help managers to control project. To this end, this paper analyzes how the price fluctuations, process adjustment and the abnormal construction period will affect the construction schedule and cost effect respectively, and further studies the corresponding methods of earned value correction. Based on case analysis, this paper studies the comprehensive correction method of earned value when cost unit price changes, working procedure is adjusted and construction period fluctuates in an abnormal manner. The method improves the theory of earned value and provides reference for engineering practices on project management.
Fuzzifying bornological linear spaces
Authors: Jin Zhen-Yu , Yan Cong-Hua
Published: October 2021

In this paper, a notion of fuzzifying bornological linear spaces is introduced and the necessary and sufficient condition for fuzzifying bornologies to be compatible with linear structure is discussed. The characterizations of convergence and separation in fuzzifying bornological linear spaces are showed. In particular, some examples with respect to linear fuzzifying bornologies induced by probabilistic normed spaces and fuzzifying topological linear spaces are also provided.
The Role of Pathogens and Anti-Infective Agents in Parkinson’s Disease, from Etiology to Therapeutic Implications
Authors: Shen Si , Zhang Chan , Xu Yu-ming , Shi Chang-he
Published: October 2021

Parkinson’s disease is a debilitating neurodegenerative disorder whose etiology is still unclear, hampering the development of effective treatments. There is an urgent need to identify the etiology and provide further effective treatments. Recently, accumulating evidence has indicated that infection may play a role in the etiology of Parkinson’s disease. The infective pathogens may act as a trigger for Parkinson’s disease, the most common of which are hepatitis C virus, influenza virus, and Helicobacter pylori. In addition, gut microbiota is increasingly recognized to influence brain function through the gut-brain axis, showing an important role in the pathogenesis of Parkinson’s disease. Furthermore, a series of anti-infective agents exhibit surprising neuroprotective effects via various mechanisms, such as interfering with α-synuclein aggregation, inhibiting neuroinflammation, attenuating oxidative stress, and preventing from cell death, independent of their antimicrobial effects. The pleiotropic agents affect important events in the pathogenesis of Parkinson’s disease. Moreover, most of them are less toxic, clinically safe and have good blood-brain penetrability, making them hopeful candidates for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. However, the use of antibiotics and subsequent gut dysbiosis may also play a role in Parkinson’s disease, making the long-term effects of anti-infective drugs worthy of further consideration and exploration. This review summarizes the current evidence for the association between infective pathogens and Parkinson’s disease and subsequently explores the application prospects of anti-infective drugs in Parkinson’s disease treatment, providing novel insights into the pathogenesis and treatment of Parkinson’s disease.
Knowledge, attitude and practice towards hepatitis B infection among high school students in Asante Mampong, Ghana
Authors: Otchere Godfred , Dwomoh Emmanuel , Kumah Emmanuel , Ankomah Samuel Egyakwa , Fusheini Adam , Agyei-Baffour Peter , Afriyie Emmanuel Kwasi , Agyei Samuel Kofi
Published: October 2021

BACKGROUND: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is a serious global public health problem, with significant morbidity and mortality from acute and chronic complications. Increasing awareness and improving knowledge of HBV helps reduce the risk of the disease. Although many studies have been conducted on HBV in Ghana, few have focused on examining knowledge, attitude and preventive practices among adolescents towards the disease. OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to assess HBV knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) among adolescents in high schools in the Asante Mampong Municipality in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. METHODS: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 398 adolescents from six senior high schools within the Asante Mampong Municipality. Data was collected using a 30-item structured questionnaire. Each item had two response options: “Yes” and “No”. A scoring system was generated and respondents were given a score on each item answered. A positive response to an item was scored 1 point and a negative response was scored 0. Scores were then summed up and averaged to give the mean knowledge, attitude and practice scores. RESULTS: The majority of the respondents were male (60%), between 15 and 17 years (45%), Christian (93%) and in their first year of study. The adolescents had basic knowledge, positive attitude, and poor practices towards HBV. There was no significant relationship between the demographic variables of the respondents and KAP mean scores. CONCLUSION: There is the need to introduce health education and awareness programs in schools within the Asante Mampong Municipality to improve students’ level of knowledge of HBV. Countrywide studies examining KAP towards HBV infection among adolescents are also warranted.
The relationship of caffeinated beverages with depressive symptoms and decision-making
Authors: Çolak Hatice , Erdeniz Emel , Sarıyer Esra Tansu , Çevik Ekin , Yangın Didem
Published: October 2021

BACKGROUND: Caffeine can affect depressive symptoms and decision-making. OBJECTIVE: This study aims to examine the relationship between caffeinated beverages consumption with depressive symptoms and decision-making styles. METHODS: This cross-sectional study was conducted with 432 adults working in office environment. The questionnaire consisting of individuals’ socio-demographic attributes, the frequency and the amount of caffeinated beverages consumption, the “Epidemiological Research Center-Depression (CES-D) Scale” and the “Decision-Making Styles Scale” were used. The frequency and amount of caffeinated beverages were determined using the food frequency questionnaire (FFQ). The participants were asked to choose which cup/mug they prefer to drink their caffeinated beverages and what amount they consume that beverage at a time. All the data were collected using online platforms. RESULTS: In the study, 76.7%of the participants were female and the mean age was 31.5±8.0 years. The average daily total caffeine intake of the participants was 425.8±461.4 mg and the total CES-D scale score was 17.7±11.2 points. It was found that as the amount of caffeine consumed increased, intuitive decision-making decreased and depressive symptoms increased (p < 0.05). In linear regression analysis, total caffeine consumption was found to be a significant predictor for the intuitive decision-making score (B: –0.151; p:0.002). When caffeine consumption is controlled, intuitive and rational decision making decreases with increasing depressive symptoms while addiction and avoidance decision making increased (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: As a result, the amount of caffeine consumed daily was related to intuitive decision-making but did not effect depression. It has been observed that depressive symptoms affect decision-making styles in different ways. To our knowledge, our study is the first to examine the effects of caffeine consumption on depression and decision-making styles. Accordingly, future studies may focus on the link between caffeine consumption, depression, and decision-making styles in larger populations and the mechanisms that influence this relationship.
Anatomy and Histologic of Intrinsic Aging Skin
Authors: Karim Putri Laksmi , Inda Astri Aryani  , Nopriyati
Published: October 2021

Aging is an inevitable and dynamic biological process that is characterized by the progressive deterioration of body systems and declines in physiological reserve capacity. Aging skin has distinct two types: intrinsic and extrinsic. Intrinsic changes reduce collagen production, blood flow, amount of skin lipid, and loss of rete ridges. Intrinsic aging or chronological aging is cannot be restored to the skin with characterized by sagging skin and some expression of excess wrinkling lines. Intrinsic aging changes in thickness and characteristics of the epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis. Histologically, epidermis thinner by leveling off the dermo-epidermal junction. In the dermis, collagen fibers become thicker and irregular than younger skin, reducing the elasticity of the skin, while hypodermis reduces lipid volume.
Pengaruh Perubahan Tarif Pajak Penghasilan, Struktur Modal Dan Kebijakan Dividen Terhadap Harga Saham
Authors: Rahayu Puji , Yani Ahmad
Published: October 2021

The purpose of this study is to analyze the effect of changes in income tax rates according to PP no. 30 of 2020, capital structure and dividend policy on stock prices in manufacturing companies in the Food and Beverage sector listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2016 –2020. This type of research uses descriptive quantitative. The population in this study were 30 companies. The sampling technique in this study was purposive sampling, so that a sample of 15 data from 3 companies was obtained for 5 years. Methods of data analysis using multiple linear regression analysis with the help of SPSS application. The results of the partial analysis show that the tax rate and dividend policy have no effect on stock prices. While the capital structure has a positive influence on stock prices. However, simultaneously stock prices are affected by changes in income tax rates, capital structure, and dividend policy. Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that the high and low tax rates are not able to affect stock prices. the higher the capital structure will be followed by an increase in stock prices. While the dividend policy can not affect changes in stock prices.
Sectoral Potential Analysis In Economic Development Planning
Authors: Rismayanti Rismayanti
Published: October 2021

This study purpose to determine the basic sectors and potential economic sector for the economy of Kendari City during 2014-2020, as well as to determine the suitability between the development focus of Kendari City with the leading sector and its potential sector. The analytical tools used are Location Quotient Analysis to know the basic sectors, Shift Share Analysis, and Klassen Typology to know potential and competitive economic sectors in Kendari City. Meanwhile, to determine the suitability of the development focus, descriptive analysis was used.Location Quotient analysis results show that out of 17 sectors, only 3 sectors are non-basic sectors (does not have a comparative advantage) namely agriculture, mining, and government administration. While the other 14 sectors are classified as economic base sectors in Kendari City. The sector with the largest LQ Index is the corporate services sector and the smallest is the mining sector.The results of shift-share analysis and Klassen typology show that there are potential economic sectors and have competitive advantages (competitive), namely the agriculture, mining, electricity procurement, government administration, and health services sectors. The developed but depressed sectors in Kendari City are the processing industry, construction, trade, corporate services, and other services. Meanwhile, 3 sectors are classified as relatively underdeveloped sectors, namely the clean water supply and waste management sector, accommodation, and real estate provision.The results of the descriptive analysis show that of the 3 sectors that focus on the development of Kendari City, there is one sector that is not following the results of the potential sector analysis, namely the infrastructure sector, in this case, the construction and real estate sectors.
Sugar Commodity in Gorontalo: Production, Export, Import, Pricing and Distribution System
Authors: Rahman Supandi , Kadir Rifadli D.
Published: October 2021

This research is directed to find out more about sugar activities in Gorontalo Province by exploring more deeply about Production, Export, Information, Pricing and Distribution Systems at PT. PG Gorontalo Tolangohula Unit. Using qualitative research methods that aim to systematically describe the facts and characteristics of the object or subject being studied appropriately. The results of the study found that the development of sugar production for Large Plantations (PB) and People's Plantations (PR) in Gorontalo tended to fluctuate, sugar exports from Gorontalo abroad did not yet exist, because sugar production was still needed for the needs of Gorontalo Province and its surroundings, namely North Sulawesi and Central Sulawesi Province, to determine the price of sugar refers to the main decision of the Surabaya Board of Directors, of course taking into account several factors, including production which will determine the cost of goods sold from the factory, and in the market, for the system of selling sugar from the factory to the hands of the community is through the auction system.
Spouse's Coping In Caring For The Elderly With Dementia
Authors: Pradana Anung Ahadi , Sahar Junaiti , Permatasari Henny
Published: October 2021

Dementia is a condition that is still considered normal in the elderly by the general public. Dementia clients often experience hopeless situations that include feelings of helplessness, frustration with their surroundings, economic dependence on family members, and inability to socialize with other people. Most dementia clients are cared for at home by family members due to financial limitations and supportive health services. This research is qualitative research with a descriptive phenomenology approach. This research was conducted in the period November 2018 - May 2019 in the Bekasi City area and the number of participants obtained by the researchers was 10 people. The theme obtained by the researchers was how the coping mechanism carried out by the carer while caring for the elderly with dementia which was described in 3 themes, including care efforts made to heal a partner, activities taken to avoid boredom, and resources owned by caregivers. In addition, there is a need for socialization for the community about dementia and an increase in understanding for health workers who work within the scope of the health office as well as the development of dementia conditions that occur.
Evaluation on The Use of Antibiotics for Pneumonia Patients
Authors: Zavira Nada , Jaelani Abdul Kadir , Herawati Fauna , Yulia Rika
Published: October 2021

Pneumonia is an acute infectious disease that attacks lung tissue (alveoli) which can be caused by viral, bacterial, or fungal infections. Pneumonia is one of the diseases that have the highest death risk in Indonesia. The first line of treatment for pneumonia is antibiotic therapy. Inappropriate use of antibiotics will increase the possibility of antibiotic resistance. Antimicrobial Control Program (PPRA) is a health surveillance to control the use of antibiotics where the indicator of success is seen from the improvement in the quantity and quality of antibiotic use. Antibiotic control that can be performed is evaluating the use of antibiotics quantitatively and evaluating the suitability of antibiotics. The purpose of this study was to determine the quantity of antibiotic use with the DDD/100 patient-days unit and the suitability of the use of antibiotics based on PPAB. This study was observational, the data were taken retrospectively and analyzed descriptively. The research material used medical record data for pneumonia patients from January to June 2020 at RSUD Bangil. There were 91 research samples obtained by purposive sampling that met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The data were analyzed quantitatively using the DDD/100 patient-days unit and 90% DU, and the suitability of antibiotics was analyzed using five indicators of the right indication, the right route, the right dose, the right interval, and the right time of administration. The results showed the use of antibiotics with a total value of DDD/100 patient-days of 78.13 DDD/100 patient-days with the highest value on moxifloxacin (39.28 DDD/100 patient-days). Antibiotics included in the 90% segment that need to be controlled are parenteral moxifloxacin (50.27%), ceftriaxone (23.34%), azithromycin (6.83%), oral moxifloxacin (4.62%), and levofloxacin (3.85%). The suitability of antibiotics based on PPAB RSUD Bangil 2019 showed the right indication (51.65%), right route (100%), right dose (87.23%), right interval (48.93%), and right time of administration (10.64). %).
Factors Related to Incident Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF)
Authors: Nastiti Sekar Arin , Ramadanintyas Karina Nur , Marsanti Avicena Sakufa
Published: October 2021

At the present, the Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) is one of health problem in Indonesia. In last three years, the incident of DHF in Puskesmas Klagenserut has been significant increase of 17% cases. This research purpose is to know some factors related to with incident DHF in working area Puskesmas Klagenserut. In this research, the researcher uses descriptive quantitative research as approach. The method of research is analytical survey while the type of research is case control. In collecting the data, the researcher uses questionnaires. In analyzing the data, the researcher uses Chi-Square test and regresi logistic test. The sampling technique uses a Total Sampling. The population and samples is all sufferers of January – December 2020 period with 21 respondent cases and 21 respondent control. The result of bivariate test shows that there is a significant correlation between independent variable which is attitude (p-value = 0,045), perception (p-value = 0,022), health facilities (p-value = 0,008), and cadre support (p-value = 0,045), while variable that has no significant correlation is knowledge (p-value = 0,053). Multivariate test result got there is no related variable with incident DHF at working area Puskesmas Klagenserut. The conclusion represents that is related to the attitude, perception, health facility, and cadre support with incident of DHF at working area Puskesmas Klagenserut. Suggestions for further researchers are expected to be able to analyze other risk factors such as environmental conditions and the habit of hanging clothes against the incidence of DHF.
PEMBERDAYAAN MASYARAKAT DALAM MEWUJUDKAN PROGRAM AGENT PERUBAHAN PEDULI COVID-19 (AADC-19) DI KAMPUNG NYENCLE
Authors: Desma Firdayanti Fradika , Asnifatima Andi
Published: October 2021

Covid-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) adalah penyakit yang disebabkan oleh jenis corona virus baru yaitu Sars-CoV-2, yang dilaporkan pertama kali di Wuhan Tiongkok pada tanggal 31 Desember 2019. Covid-19 dapat menular dari manusia ke manusia melalui kontak erat dan droplet (percikan cairan pada saat bersin dan batuk), tidak melalui udara. Pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk menciptakan edukator terkait Covid-19 maksimal di keluarga atau lingkungan terdekat yang di lakukan via daring melalui sosial media yaitu Whatsapp. Agar mau dan mampu sebagai agent perubahan peduli Covid-19 yang di sebut pasukan AADC-19 di wilayah tempat tinggal yang termasuk zona merah ini. penyampaian materi edukasi berupa video dan poster terkait tema yang di berikan setiap harinya. Dengan evaluasi setiap minggunya melalui videocall via Whatsapp kepada responden. Metode yang digunakan pada pengabdian masyarakat ini dinamakan interpersonal, dimana informasi edukasi di sampaikan langsung ke sasaran secara daring dan melakukan diskusi. Jawaban hasil diskusi di observasi dan menghasilkan hipotesis mengukur keberhasilan program (monitoring dan evaluasi). Keberhasilan Program dilihat  dari data hasil pengisian kuesioner yang menunjukan (1) pemahaman responden yang meningkat, (2) kesadaran untuk menyebarkan  informasi ke orang lain, dan (3) menerapkan pemahaman yang sudah di terima kehidupan sehari-hari.
PERILAKU POLA HIDUP BERSIH DAN SEHAT DALAM UPAYA MENINGKATKAN KESADARAN REMAJA TERHADAP COVID-19 DI KAB. BEKASI TAHUN 2020
Authors: Agusandi Oscar , Jayanti Resty
Published: October 2021

Coronavirus merupakan keluarga besar virus yang menyebabkan penyakit pada manusia dan hewan. Penerapan pola hidup bersih dan sehat perlu dilakukan, karena dengan perubahan gaya hidup menjadi lebih baik dapat mengurangi dampak untuk tertular covid-19. Program KKNGTM ini bertujuan untuk membantu masyarakat umum agar mudah mengakses informasi mengenai Covid-19. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan adalah penelitian studi kuantitatif dengan menggunakan desain penelitian Cross Sectional yaitu mengumpulkan data yang dilakukan sekaligus pada satu waktu (point time approach). Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah anak-anak remaja di Perum. Pondok Ungu Permai Sektor 5 RW 030 Kel. Bahagia, Kec. Babelan, Kab. Bekasi terdapat sebanyak 44 warga. Masih  adanya rasa keinginan untuk peduli dengan lingkungan sekitarnya. Kepedulian masyarakat remaja ini masih sangat minim, sehingga membutuhkan edukasi yang lebih mengenai Covid-19, remaja yang peduli akan kesehatan sesama tentunya akan menerapkan pola hidup bersih dan sehat di dalam kehidupannya.
Design and Implementation of a Geospatial Dashboard for Crime Analysis and Prediction
Authors: Liu Siyuan
Published: October 2021

Dashboard has been around for a long time, and many have been developed as a governing and monitoring tool in city management, such as crime monitoring. However, the majority of crime dashboards function as a visualization tool and few of them has been specifically developed for crime analysis and prediction.

This thesis focuses on the development of geospatially-enabled crime dashboards with
spatial analysis capabilities for supporting crime analysis and prediction. A prototype has been
designed and implemented to support the understanding of crime events for crime reduction efforts.
This dashboard will assist policy makers and leaders in crime fighting by visualizing basic
statistical information of crimes, revealing their spatial and temporal patterns, identifying crime
clusters, and analyzing relationships between crimes and other factors. Based on the criteria
developed in this thesis, the prototype confirmed its ability of enhancing the understanding of
crime events.