bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Prognostic Factors Predicting Remission Following Rituximab Therapy for Pemphigus Vulgaris
Authors: Raviv Tal , Pevzner Keren , Barzilai Aviv , Pavlotsky Felix , Baum Sharon
Published: January 2025

Pemphigus vulgaris is a chronic autoimmune blistering disease with significant morbidity. Rituximab, approved as its first-line treatment, effectively induces remission. However, few studies have analysed the prognostic factors for improved rituximab outcomes. Therefore, this study aimed to identify such factors in a cohort of pemphigus vulgaris patients. A total of 142 pemphigus vulgaris patients treated with rituximab at Sheba Medical Center, with data encompassing demographics, comorbidities, disease characteristics, and treatment outcomes, were retrospectively examined. Results showed that 61.9% of patients previously treated with mycophenolate mofetil achieved partial remission, whereas only 34.7% achieved complete remission. Patients with diabetes mellitus exhibited a significantly shorter median time to relapse compared with those without. Patients with a disease duration ≤ 16 months before rituximab therapy exhibited a shorter median time to relapse. Moreover, previous dapsone treatment extended time to relapse. Notably, sex, age at symptom onset and rituximab therapy, ethnicity, comorbidities, skin involvement, weight, rituximab dosing protocol, and other variables were not statistically significant between the complete remission and partial remission groups. These findings highlight the influence of specific patient characteristics and treatment histories on response to rituximab and time to relapse in pemphigus vulgaris patients. Understanding these factors can aid clinicians in predicting treatment outcomes and selecting the appropriate patient population for rituximab therapy.
Topical Steroid Withdrawal in Atopic Dermatitis: Patient-reported Characterization from a Swedish Social Media Questionnaire
Authors: Alsterholm Mikael , Af Klinteberg Maja , Vrang Sophie , Sigurdardottir Gunnthorunn , Sandström Falk MariHelen , Shayesteh Alexander
Published: January 2025

Topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) is described as an adverse reaction to topical glucocorticoids (TGCs). A pathophysiological mechanism has not been identified. There are no diagnostic criteria. The aim was to describe patient-reported characteristics of TSW in atopic dermatitis (AD). An observational cross-sectional study was performed by posting a questionnaire for participants, aged ≥18 years, reporting both AD and TSW, in a Swedish TSW-themed Facebook group during 4 weeks in 2023. The questionnaire was accessed by 98 participants, with 82 completing it. Most were female (95%), 18–39 years old (74%), self-diagnosed with TSW (84%), and reported current symptoms of AD and TSW. They defined TSW as dependency on TGCs and adverse reactions to their use. Erythema, desquamation, dryness, and oozing affecting the face, neck, and upper extremities were the most reported signs. Pruritus, sleep disturbance, and signs of anxiety and depression were the most reported symptoms. Recurring episodes of manifestations attributed to TSW were reported by 60%. The personal trigger factor was believed to be TGCs by 93%, and 33% also identified oral glucocorticoids. TGCs were currently used by 21%. Self-reported manifestations of TSW are similar to those of AD but appeared to be distinguishable for the participants and caused considerable morbidity.
Histopathological Diagnostic Discordance between Punch Biopsies and Final Diagnostic Excisions of Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Analysis of 737 Cases
Authors: Hopkins Katherine , Ingvar Åsa , Palmgren Johan , Thorhallsdottir Valdis , Nielsen Kari , Saleh Karim
Published: January 2025

The recommended treatment for cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma is surgical excision. An initial punch biopsy is often performed as an aid to diagnosis. A retrospective registry-based study was performed to assess histopathological concordance of punch biopsy of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and subsequent excision. Analysis of 737 punch biopsies and subsequent matched excisions was performed. In total, 493 (67%) lesions were confirmed as invasive cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma on excision, 76% when excluding “scar” as a final diagnosis. Tumour diameter > 20mm was highly predictive of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (positive predictive value 91.1%). Tumours on the scalp were significantly more likely to demonstrate a final diagnosis of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma than those on the arm (odds ratio 6.11, 95% confidence interval 3.1,12.0). There was moderate concordance between biopsy and excision in grade of histopathological differentiation. This study demonstrates that clinical high-risk features may be of more value in predicting a diagnosis of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma than partial punch biopsy. Use of clinical and dermoscopic competencies in assessment of cutaneous tumours rather than reliance on biopsies both avoids delay in patient management in the case of high-risk cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and may also minimize unnecessary surgical excisions if there is a low clinical index of suspicion of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
AI-assisted Total Body Dermoscopic Evaluation of Changes in Melanocytic Nevi during Pregnancy: A Prospective, Comparative Study of 2,799 Nevi
Authors: Peter Jelissa K. , Helfenstein Fabrice , Cerminara Sara E. , Maul Julia-Tatjana , Zehnder Mara L. , Jamiolkowski Dagmar , Roider Elisabeth , Mühleisen Beda , Hösli Irene , Navarini Alexander A. , Maul Lara V.
Published: January 2025

Pregnancy-associated changes in melanocytic nevi (MN), apart from size increase on the trunk, remain a topic of debate. We conducted the first prospective study to investigate dermoscopic changes in MN comparing pregnant with non-pregnant women on all body parts using a market-approved convolutional neural network (CNN). We included 25 pregnant and 25 non-pregnant women from Basel, Switzerland, who underwent standard skin cancer screenings and whose MN > 2 mm were digitally recorded and analysed by a CNN. Pregnant women were examined three times: in the first and third trimester and 8–12 weeks postpartum; non-pregnant women twice in an interval of 17–21 weeks. We analysed 2,799 MN. In pregnant women, diameter[p < 0.001], area[p < 0.001], number of colours [p = 0.009], shape asymmetry[p = 0.005] and border sharpness[p = 0.006] (inversely proportional value) increased while ellipseness [p < 0.001] decreased from first trimester to postpartum. Changes occurred mainly during the third trimester to postpartum. Compared to non-pregnant women (only first to third trimester) MN on the upper extremities of pregnant women increased in area[p = 0.011] and diameter[p = 0.025] and decreased in ellipseness[p = 0.037]. MN on the lower extremities increased in area[p = 0.044] and MN on the back increased in colour asymmetry[p = 0.022].
Does rehabilitation improve work participation in patients with chronic spinal pain after spinal surgery: a systematic review
Authors: Callens Jonas , Lavreysen Olivia , Goudman Lisa , De Smedt Ann , Putman Koen , Van de Velde Dominique , Godderis Lode , Ceulemans Dries , Moens Maarten
Published: January 2025

Objective: Patients with therapy-refractory chronic spinal pain after spinal surgery experience increased disability, resulting in substantial loss of employment and consequently lower quality of life. Despite findings that rehabilitation improves socio-economic outcomes in other chronic pain conditions, evidence for patients with chronic spinal pain after spinal surgery is limited. A systematic review was conducted to provide an overview of rehabilitation interventions and their effectiveness to improve work participation for patients with chronic spinal pain after spinal surgery.
Methods: MEDLINE (via PubMed), Scopus, Embase, and Web of Science, were systematically searched. Risk of bias was assessed using the modified Downs and Black checklist and GRADE was used to assess certainty of evidence. The review protocol was prospectively registered on PROSPERO (CRD42022346091).
Results: The search yielded 1,289 publications. Full-text screening of 48 articles resulted in the inclusion of 6 publications. The included interventions comprised multiple treatment components, consisting of back school, self-care, functional restoration, multidisciplinary rehabilitation, physiotherapy, and digital care programmes to improve work participation.
Conclusion: Rehabilitation to improve return to work for patients with chronic spinal pain after spinal surgery was supported only by low-certainty evidence. Rehabilitation therapies that are personalized and that integrate the patient’s work seem most suitable.
Screening and outcomes of co-occurring traumatic brain injury among people with spinal cord injury: a scoping review
Authors: Snell Deborah L. , Wynands Phoebe , Dunn Jennifer , Nunnerley Joanne , Theadom Alice
Published: January 2025

Objective: To map existing knowledge on screening and rehabilitation outcomes for co-occurring traumatic brain injury among people with traumatic spinal cord injury (SCI).
Methods: Articles focusing on screening and rehabilitation outcomes in participants sustaining co-occurring traumatic brain injury and traumatic spinal cord injury (all ages) were identified in Ovid, Scopus, Web of Science, CINAHL, and ProQuest Dissertations and Theses electronic databases. There were no limitations on study design, date, or geographical location. Articles were excluded if they were not available in English. Data were extracted into the Rayyan online collaboration platform and summarized descriptively.
Results: Twenty-five studies were included, with a mix of retrospective, case-control, and prospective cohort designs. Screening under-estimated traumatic brain injury incidence when approaches relied on inconsistently collected traumatic brain injury indicators, especially for mild traumatic brain injury. Rehabilitation outcomes included length of stay, functional outcomes, cognitive functioning, complication rates, and employment. Although mixed, outcomes among persons with moderate to severe co-occurring traumatic brain injury especially, appeared poorer than those with spinal cord injury alone.
Conclusions: Multivariable approaches to traumatic brain injury ascertainment and greater consistency in documenting acute traumatic brain injury indicators may improve reliability of capturing traumatic brain injury and traumatic brain injury severity among persons with traumatic spinal cord injury. Impacts of co-occurring traumatic brain injury appear greater relative to SCI alone but few studies analysed outcomes based on traumatic brain injury severity.
Why we need a representative organization of academic PRM in Europe, and why we need it now
Authors: Stucki Gerold , Stam Henk J. , Gimigliano Francesca , Negrini Stefano
Published: January 2025

The growing relevance of rehabilitation in healthcare to address increasing patient needs necessitates robust Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (PRM) integration into medical education and practice. Academic PRM, rooted in medical faculties, is vital for developing the medical speciality as an academic discipline across Europe, where it faces challenges, including limited representation in medical schools and competition for resources with established disciplines. This commentary advocates establishing a representative organization for academic PRM in Europe.
Currently, no organization adequately represents academic PRM at the European level. The lack of academic chairs and departments in some countries undermines PRM’s credibility and visibility, making it less attractive to students and prospective academics. An organized effort could provide a platform for knowledge exchange, policy formulation, and advocacy, ultimately strengthening the discipline’s presence in medical faculties.
Immediate action is crucial, particularly in light of the WHO’s call for action 2030 and its 2023 resolution emphasizing the need for rehabilitation within health systems. A representative European academic PRM organization could advocate for education on rehabilitation across all medical specialities and enhance the understanding of functioning as a health indicator. It would also support the development of national academic organizations across Europe and facilitate collaboration with other stakeholders, including patient organizations, rehabilitation professionals, and funding agencies.
Critical considerations for creating this organization include defining core activities, establishing governance principles focused on representativity and inclusion, and fostering relationships with existing national, European, and international organizations of PRM and academic medicine. By leveraging successful models like the Association of Academic Physiatrists in the United States, Europe can develop a robust and credible voice for academic PRM. This initiative is timely and necessary to capitalize on the current momentum and ensure the future of academic PRM in Europe.
Impacts of Nanotechnology on Nanomedicine
Authors: S Hussain , A Hassan , A Rabnawaz
Published: January 2025

Nanotechnology, the science of manipulating matter at the nanoscale, has revolutionized various fields, with nanomedicine
being one of the most promising and rapidly evolving areas. Nanomedicine leverages the unique properties of nanoscale
materials to create innovative solutions for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases.
Nano to Clinic: Bridging the Gap with Translational Cancer Bioimaging
Authors: V Shukla
Published: January 2025

Nanoparticle-based imaging agents have opened new horizons in cancer diagnostics and treatment due to their unprecedented
precision and versatility. Such agents enhance the resolution of imaging, improve biodistribution, and minimize systemic
toxicity, which in turn will help clinicians for more accurate diagnosis, staging, and treatment monitoring. While significant
preclinical successes have been achieved so far, clinical translation still faces several challenges such as regulatory issues,
scalability, and patient safety. While large amounts of data on their safety, efficacy, and biocompatibility have been necessitated
by the regulatory agencies, more complexities include nanoparticle variability and bioaccumulation. Recent scalable
manufacturing, safe-by-design strategies, and AI improvement overcame these challenges. Integration of nanoparticles with
immunotherapy, personalized nanomedicine—all are the new emerging trends in next-generation cancer treatment. Publicprivate collaborations, together with government support, have given further impetus in this direction. It probes the state
of translational cancer bioimaging today by underlining how the gap in crossing from bench to clinic must be bridged in
innovative ways through interdisciplinary involvement for this impact in cancer care to be profound.
Increasing Soil Organic Carbon (SOC) Content through Tillage Systems Management to Improve Soil Structure
Authors: E Farahani
Published: January 2025

Organic carbon loss from agricultural soils is one of
the biggest environmental problems and challenges on
a global scale which is considered in the United Nations
Environment Program. Managing soil organic carbon (SOC)
through optimized agricultural practices is a strategy to
improve soil ecosystem services and it has an essential
role in enhancing soil functions. Increasing the SOC storage
level not only affects the atmospheric carbon content but it
also ameliorates the soil physical, chemical, and biological
functions and properties
Plant Mechanism in Response to Stress
Authors: AV Valdez
Published: January 2025

In the advent of plant stress
Stress physiology will address
Abiotic stress affects plant productivity and yield
Biotic stress adds the plant agony in the field
Plant response to drought
Make the plants continue to sprout
Groundnut Digger cum Inverter: A Concept
Authors: AL Lakhani , VS Vala , NB Parmar , RK Kathiria , AL Vadher
Published: January 2025

Harvesting of groundnut is one of the most important operations in groundnut cultivation. During peak seasons due to the
non-availability of labour, delay in harvesting of groundnut and results in heavy losses. For minimizing the labour problems
during peak harvesting seasons and to ensure timeliness operation an attempt was made to develop a conceptual model
of groundnut digger that will be able to uproot, pick and convey the plant and invert the plant of groundnut while moving
through the field. To carry out the desired function, the groundnut digger comprise of a digging unit and conveying unit. The
digging unit penetrates into the soil up to the desired depth and brings out the groundnut plants with pods on the ground
surface. Conveying unit will pick up the plant and convey it to pod inverting mechanism which invert the plant and reduce the
effect of aflatoxin in pods due to the saturated moisture.
Eco-Agriculture for Herbs & Bioactives Trade, Export, Biodiversity Conservation and Consumer Health in India
Authors: Kulkarni Hema , Ghate Utkarsh
Published: January 2025

Medicinal Plants trade has grown by 100% to over 0.6 million ton/ year in the past 2 decades in India mainly due to the growth
in the consumption of cultivated herbs such as Mint, Holy Basil, Indian Ginseng and spices. Wild medicinal plants comprised
70-80% of the raw material (about 0.3 million ton/year) in 20th century. About 200 i.e. 25% of the highly traded species
(800) face overharvest driven extinction risk. However, emergence of the herbal industry (single, simple species) besides the
growth of the traditional Ayurvedic industry (multi-species, complex) doubled the cultivation stock share to 50% e.g. Psyllium
and Drumstick. Polyphenols are the emerging bioactive principles in the herbs, as the key drivers of the medicinal effect,
besides erstwhile alkaloids and steroidal saponins etc. that won fame earlier. Hence, various eco-agri-techniques to increase
polyphenol contents in herbs are identified viz. a) varietal breeding, b) organic inputs, c) mycorrhiza/ bio-fertilizers, d) micronutrients, e) cultural/ agronomic practices f) elicitors. Such agri-techniques can improve the active ingredient especially
polyphenol content by 50% to 100% and is profitable for the manufacturing industry and the farmers. Indian Government
has supported medicinal plants cultivation for the last 2 decades especially of the threatened herbs but it needs to improve by
natural farming (NF) techniques and labeling the ingredient content, safety parameters with industry partnership and species
in export demand.
Seasonal Population Trends of Lepidosaphes beckii, Dialeurodes citri and its Parasitoids on Balady Orange Orchid in Egypt
Authors: AAA Saleh , AA Hafez , FF Shalaby , HM Maghraby
Published: January 2025

Field studies were conducted on the purple Lepidosaphes beckii(Newman), Dialeurodes citri(Ashmead), and their parasitoids
in Sharkia Governorate over two consecutive years, from September 2022 to August 2024. During the first season, L. beckii
exhibited two significant population peaks on leaves: the first in November 2022 with 1,205 individuals, followed by another
in July 2023 with 1,416 individuals. In the second season, L. beckii again showed two annual peaks, with the highest count
in October 2023 reaching 1,508 individuals, and another peak in June 2024 with 1,405 individuals. The highest parasitism
rate of Aphytis lepidosaphes on L. beckii was recorded at 26.13% in July 2023 and 27.18% in July 2024. Meanwhile, D. citri
experienced three population peaks during the first season, occurring in October 2022, April 2023, and August 2023, with
counts of 61, 40, and 93 individuals per 125 leaves, respectively. In the second year, two peaks were noted, one in January
and another in August 2024, with counts of 43 and 67 individuals per 125 leaves. The maximum parasitism rate of Encrasia
lahorensis on D. citri was observed at 36.60% in November 2022 and 52.20% in October 2023.
A Seminar Paper: The Ophthalmic Manifestations of Pregnancy
Authors: EC Nkeremuzor , NC Ikoro
Published: January 2025

The hormonal, structural and physiological system changes that occur normally during pregnancy can affect the ocular functions
of the mother’s eyes. These ocular manifestations of pregnancy are usually transient in nature but some may occasionally
be permanent. Apart from the physiological changes that occur in ocular tissues during pregnancy, pathological disorders
may occur also. While pregnancy can worsen pre-existing ocular conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, it can actually have
beneficial effects on others like glaucoma and uveitis. Disorders arising from pregnancy, such as pre-eclampsia and eclampsia,
can also have adverse effects on ocular tissues. This seminar work will review and discuss the ocular manifestations of
pregnancy under the following sub- headings; the effect of pregnancy on pre-existing eye disorders, ocular changes developing
during pregnancy, the disorders of the eyes associated with pregnancy-related diseases and neuro-ophthalmological changes
in pregnancy
Development and Validation of a Code-Free Deep Learning Model for the Screening of Pathological Glaucoma and Glaucoma on Color Fundus Photographs
Authors: YTW Carolyn , L Timing , LW Tin , HWL Henry
Published: January 2025

Purpose: Myopia and glaucoma are major causes of vision impairment that are expected to rise in incidence in East Asia.
Artificial intelligence (AI)-aassisted mass screenings may help reduce disease burden and improve long-term prognosis. CFDL
is a deep learning (DL) subtype that facilitates non-AI-experts to derive their own AI models. With its resource-saving nature
and ease of development, it may benefit resource-limited screening settings. This study evaluated the performance of CFDL in
performing pathological myopia (PM) and glaucoma screening on colour fundus photographs (CFP)s.
Methods: We used labelled CFPs from the ODIR-K dataset to develop our CFDL algorithm using Google’s CFDL platform i.e.
Vertex AI. 3374 normal, PM and glaucoma CFPs were identified and uploaded to Vertex AI. The uploaded images were split
into 8-1-1 for training, validation, and testing. Our model’s performance was later compared to the state-of-the-art DL models
identified through our targeted literature search. External validation of the model was performed on an independent cohort
of CFPs retrieved from other datasets.
Results: At the 0.5 confidence threshold, our CFDL model achieved an area under receiver operator curve (AUROC) of 0.998,
accuracy of 90.74% and recall of 90.74%. The sensitivity ranged from 94.44% (PM detection) to 40% (glaucoma detection).
When externally validated, the model had a lower AUROC (0.863), accuracy (77.78%), and recall (77.78%) at the 0.5 confidence
threshold.
Conclusion: The study demonstrated the feasibility of a highly accurate CFDL model for PM and glaucoma screenings on CFPs.
Healing Eyes: Sun gazing, Spectacles, and the Nature of Vision
Authors: AS Varshney
Published: January 2025

For centuries, human beings have been fascinated with
the workings of the eye and vision, seeking ways to preserve
and enhance this vital sense. The ancient aphorism “Medicus
curat, Natura sanat”
Pneumosinus dilatans Presenting with Optic Atrophy in a Gambian Adolescent
Authors: OA Ogun , TO Bello
Published: January 2025

Pneumosinus dilatans is an abnormal but benign expansion of one or more of the paranasal sinuses, as a result of
hyperpneumatization. Though it is often asymptomatic and diagnosed incidentally on imaging of the cranium. Rarely, it
presents with ocular, neurological, cosmetic or rhinological complications. Pneumosinus dilatans has the potential to cause
progressive and irreversible vision loss.
Revolutionizing Eye Health: AI-Powered Diagnosis and Screening
Authors: A Arif , P Srivastava
Published: January 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) has contributed to healthcare, particularly in the field of ophthalmology. This article focuses on how
AI has improved detection and diagnosis of common eye diseases such as diabetic retinopathy (DR) and age-related macular
degeneration (AMD). With AI-based systems, healthcare professionals can now receive more accurate diagnoses faster and
create personalized treatment plans. The article also explains how AI is used to detect eye diseases. This includes collecting
data, selecting components, preparing data, training models, analyzing data, developing, and refining models, and making
diagnoses. It highlights the advantages of using AI to detect subtle changes in retina, such as high accuracy, early detection,
predictive abilities, personalised treatment plans, and remote monitoring. However, there are still challenges to employ AI in
healthcare. These include ensuring that data utilized is of good quality, refining algorithms, ensuring that the models are easy
to understand, and integrating AI with clinical practice. Everyone involved in healthcare must collaborate to ensure that AI can
be utilized to help more people with vision problems globally
Efikasi Herbisida Metil Metsulfuron terhadap Pertumbuhan Gulma pada Budidaya Kelapa Sawit (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) Tanaman Belum Menghasilkan (TBM)
Authors: Villian Jimmy , Pujisiswanto Hidayat , Evizal Rusdi , Sriyani Nanik
Published: January 2025

The oil palm plant which has the Latin name Elaeis guineensis Jacq. is one of the main plantation commodities in Indonesia. The growth of weeds on oil palm cultivation land causes competition for growth facilities and affects the growth of oil palm plants (TBM). One of the active ingredients of herbicides used to control weeds in TBM oil palm plantations is metsulfuron methyl herbicide. This study aims to determine the effective dose of 20% metsulfuron methyl herbicide in suppressing weed growth in TBM oil palm plants, to determine changes in the composition of weed species that grow after the application of metsulfuron methyl herbicide, to determine the effect of phytotoxicity on TBM oil palm plants due to herbicide application. This research was conducted in an oil palm plantation in Braja Lebah Village, Braja Selebah District, East Lampung Regency and the Laboratory of Weed Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Lampung from August to December 2022. This study used a Randomized Block Design (RAK) with 6 treatments 6 and 4 replications with metsulfuron methyl dose as follows 15; 20; 25; 30g/ha; mechanical weeding and control. The homogeneity of the variance of the data was tested by Barlett's test and the additivity of the data was tested by using the Tukey test and the difference in the mean treatment was tested by the Least Significant Difference (LSD) test at the 5% level. The research results show that; (1) The herbicide methyl metsulfuron 20% at a dose of 15 – 30 g/ha is effective in controlling the growth of total weeds, the dominant weeds Asystasia gangetica and Praxelis climatidea, Boreria alata, Melastoma malabathricum and Richardia brasiliensis up to 12 MSA; (2) Metsulfuron Methyl Herbicide 20% at a dose of 15 – 30 g/ha caused a change in weed composition at 4, 8, and 12 MSA; (3) The application of 20% metsulfuron methyl herbicide at a dose of 15–30 g/ha does not cause poisoning in TBM oil palm plants. Keywords : efficacy, herbicide, oil palm, metsulfuron methyl
Pengaruh Posisi Daun dan Kombinasi BAP dengan NAA Terhadap Perkembangan Eksplan Jaringan Daun Sansevieria downsii
Authors: Jannah Ifathul , Nurhidayah Tengku
Published: January 2025

Perbanyakan tanaman Sansevieria downsii secara kultur in-vitro dapat menghasilkan banyak tanaman unggul dalam waktu yang relatif singkat. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh posisi daun, kombinasi BAP dengan NAA dan kombinasi kedua faktor pada perkembangan eksplan S. downsii serta mencari kombinasi perlakuan yang terbaik untuk perkembangan eksplan S. downsii. Penelitian dilaksanakan secara eksperimen yang terdiri dari 2 faktor dengan 16 kombinasi perlakuan dan 3 ulangan. Faktor I adalah posisi daun asal eksplan yang terdiri dari 2 taraf, yaitu E1 (daun ke-2 dari pucuk) dan E2 (daun ke-4 dari pucuk). Faktor II adalah kombinasi BAP dengan NAA, yaitu Z1 (BAP 1 mg.l-1 + NAA 0 mg.l-1), Z2 (BAP 0 mg.l-1 + NAA 1 mg.l-1), Z3 (BAP 2 mg.l-1+ NAA 0 mg.l-1), Z4 (BAP 0 mg.l-1 + NAA 2 mg.l-1), Z5 (BAP 1 mg.l-1 + NAA 1 mg.l-1), Z6 (BAP 1 mg.l-1 + NAA 2 mg.l-1), Z7 (BAP 2 mg.l-1 + NAA 1 mg.l-1) dan Z8 (BAP 2 mg.l-1 + NAA 2 mg.l-1.Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa faktor BAP dengan NAA dan kombinasinya dengan faktor posisi daun asal eksplan berpengaruh terhadap perkembangan eksplan S. downsii. Perkembangan eksplan terbaik dihasilkan oleh kombinasi eksplan yang berasal dari daun ke-4 dengan pemberian BAP 2 mg.l-1 + NAA 1 mg.l-1.
Pengaruh Pemberian Porasi Janjang Kosong dan Dolomit terhadap Pertumbuhan dan Hasil Tanaman Bayam Merah
Authors: Salampak Salampak , Sustiyah Sustiyah , Anwar Moch , Beladona Siti Unvaresi Misonia , Hartoko Galih , Wahyuningtyas Meylinda Dwi
Published: January 2025

The utilization of peat soil as a planting medium is still faced with several problems, especially in terms of the chemical characteristics of peat soil. Therefore, there is a need for treatment to improve these problems, one of which is by using the poration of palm oil empty fruit bunches and dolomite. This research aims to determine the effect of providing a technology package of empty fruit bunch and dolomite poration doses on the growth and yield of red spinach plants. The research was carried out at the Greenhouse Jalan G. Obos 24, for 3 months (September-November 2023). The research was carried out using a survey method and experimental tests in polybags, using the RAL method with 9 treatment technology packages, namely: 1) soil without treatment (control), 2) Soil + empty fruit bunches poration 2.5 tons ha-1 + dolomite 2 tons ha-1, 3) Soil + 2.5 tons ha-1 of empty fruit bunches poration + 4 tons of ha-1 dolomite, 4) Soil + 5 tons of ha-1 of empty fruit bunches poration, 5) Soil + 5 tons ha-1 of empty fruit bunches poration + 2 tons ha-1 dolomite, 6) Soil + empty fruit bunches poration 5 tons ha-1 + dolomite 4 tons ha-1, 7) Soil + empty fruit bunches poration 7.5 tons ha-1, 8) Soil + empty fruit bunches poration 7.5 tons ha-1 + dolomite 2 tons ha-1 , 9) Soil + empty fruit bunches poration 7.5 tons ha-1 + dolomite 4 tons ha-1. The variables observed included plant height, stem diameter, root length, plant wet weight, and plant dry weight. Providing a package of peat soil + 7.5 tons ha-1 of empty fruit bunches poration + 4 tons of ha-1 dolomite (T(8)) can increase the growth of red spinach plants which include plant height (4.46 – 37.36 cm), stem diameter (4.48 – 7.06 cm), the wet weight of the plant is 26.10 g/polybag. Keywords : poration, dolomite, plant height, palm oil empty fruit bunch
Pemberdayaan Desa Binaan Melalui Diversifikasi Pangan Asal Itik Sebagai Produk Unggulan Desa Sukanagalih
Authors: Kusmayadi Andri , Ghonisyah Ghaling Achmad Abdul , Sumaryana Yusuf , Yanti Yanti
Published: January 2025

Ternak itik Cihateup merupakan ternak lokal asal Desa Sukanagalih sebagai penghasil telur dan daging untuk memenuhi kebutuhan gizi masyarakat. Diversifikasi pangan sangat penting untuk meningkatkan nilai tambah produk dan pendapatan masyarakat. Tujuan pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah untuk menerapkan teknologi tepat guna pengolahan telur asin dan nugget daging itik afkir untuk meningkatkan nilai jual telur dan daging itik afkir sehingga meningkatkan pendapatan masyarakat. Kegiatan dimulai pada bulan Juni sampai Desember 2024 di Desa Sukanagalih, Kecamatan Rajapolah, Kabupaten Tasikmalaya. Kegiatan PDB terdiri atas berbagai kegiatan penyuluhan, pelatihan, dan pendampingan pembuatan telur asin dan nugget daging itik afkir sampai pemasarannya. Mitra sasaran kegiatan PDB adalah Kelompok Megar Bebek Cihateup dan Badan Usaha Milik Desa Berdikari dengan jumlah partisipan kegiatan sebanyak 40 orang. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan bahwa diversifikasi pangan telur dan daging itik menjadi telur asin dan nugget mampu meningkatkan daya konsumsi masyarakat yang tidak menyukai produk telur dan daging itik menjadi suka. Pengolahan telur asin mampu meningkatkan nilai jual telur itik segar per butir sebesar Rp. 2.000,- menjadi Rp. 3.500,- serta daging itik segar sebesar Rp. 40.000,- menjadi Rp 100.000,- per kg. Kegiatan ini mampu meningkatkan pendapatan masyarakat Desa Sukanagalih dengan mengolah produk unggulan desa.
Pemberdayaan KKG SD dalam Meningkatkan Mutu Proses Pembelajaran Melalui Pelatihan Pendidikan Metaverse
Authors: Efendi Moh. Yusuf , Fathoni M. Ivan Ariful , Yulia Nurul Mahruzah
Published: January 2025

Pendidikan di era digital memerlukan inovasi untuk meningkatkan mutu proses pembelajaran. Guru perlu memiliki ketrampilan dalam mengembangkan proses pembelajaran, salah satunya ketrampilan memanfaatkan kecanggihan teknologi. Pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini dilakukan dikabupaten Bojonegoro selama 3 bulan yang terhitung mulai bulan agustus sampai oktober 2024. Pengabdian ini dilakukan guna melatih dan mendampingi guru dalam mengembangkan kemampuan dalam membuat bahan ajar berbasis digital, dengan melakukan pelatihan pendidikanmetavers untuk meningkatkan proses pembelajaran. Kegiatan ini dilakukan dengan metode Participatory Learning and Action dengan tahapan perencanaan dan persiapan, pelatihan, pendampingan dan evaluasi yang melibatkan ketua KKG Kelas kecamatan. Hasil kegiatan ini adalah kemampuan peserta dalam menggunakan media Virtual Reality (VR) dalam pembelajaran, serta pemanfaatan teknologi Artificial Intelligence (AI) dan Augmented Reality (AR). Hasil dari program ini menunjukkan perubahan positif dalam pendekatan pembelajaran para ketua KKG yang dilatih. kegiatan PKM ini meningkatkan 97% pengetahuan peserta, 85% ketrampilan pembuatan media berbasis IT, dan 92% komitmen memanfaatkan teknologi. Karena peserta merasa dampaknya signifikan, harapannya adalah kegiatan ini dapat dibagikan kepada anggota KKG di kecamatannya masing-masing.
Meningkatan Publikasi Bertema Olahraga: Pelatihan Menulis Pada Guru Olahraga
Authors: Sutoro Sutoro , Mantiri Grace Janice Martha , Putra Miftah Fariz Prima , Mulait Carles , Pigome Ami Cristina , Ikhsan Ikhsan , Watiningsih Rita , Gandinni Nanda Aprilia , Numberi Gerdha Kristina Ivoni , Zainuri Agus
Published: January 2025

Tujuan kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat (PkM) ini adalah untuk meningkatkan kemampuan menulis pada guru olahraga tingkat SMP di Kota Jayapura.  Terdapat empat tahapan kegiatan yaitu  persiapan, pendidikan atau pelatihan, penguatan, dan evaluasi yang dilakukan mulai dari bulan Juni hingga Oktober. Sebanyak 21 guru olahraga tingkat SMP di Kota Jayapura mengikuti kegiatan ini. Hasil kegiatan PkM menemukan bahwa sebanyak 85.71% peserta PkM menyatakan belum pernah menulis artikel dan sebanyak 90.48% belum pernah menulis buku. Sebanyak 90.5% peserta menyebutkan belum pernah menggunakan aplikasi references tools. Sebanyak 85% peserta dapat memahami dengan baik materi penulisan yang diberikan. Dua artikel ilmiah berhasil dibuat dan dipublikasikan oleh peserta PkM dalam jurnal nasional.
Peningkatan Keterampilan Guru Dalam Pembuatan Desain Busana 3D Menggunakan Software CLO3D di SMKN 3 Payakumbuh
Authors: Suci Puji Hujria , Yusmerita Yusmerita , Mahniza Melda
Published: January 2025

Pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan keterampilan guru Tata Busana di SMKN 3 Payakumbuh dalam pembuatan desain busana 3D menggunakan software CLO3D. Isu pokok yang diangkat adalah kurangnya pemanfaatan teknologi digital dalam proses desain busana di sekolah-sekolah, terutama dalam hal penggunaan software 3D. Program ini dilaksanakan melalui pelatihan intensif yang melibatkan guru-guru untuk mengenal, memahami, dan menguasai teknik dasar serta penggunaan software CLO3D dalam merancang busana. Metode yang digunakan adalah pelatihan langsung dengan pendekatan tutorial, diskusi, dan praktek langsung. Hasil dari pelatihan ini menunjukkan peningkatan keterampilan guru dalam menggunakan teknologi 3D dalam desain busana, yang akan mempengaruhi kualitas pembelajaran dan pengembangan kompetensi siswa dalam bidang Tata Busana. Implikasi dari kegiatan ini adalah terbangunnya kemampuan guru dalam mengadaptasi teknologi terbaru, yang mendukung pengembangan kurikulum berbasis industri serta menyiapkan lulusan yang lebih siap menghadapi tuntutan dunia kerja yang berbasis digital.
Pengembangan Sistem Informasi Kampung Berbasis Teknologi Informasi Geospasial di Nagari Anduring Kabupaten Padang Pariaman
Authors: Syarief Azhari , Febriandi Febriandi
Published: January 2025

Kenagarian Anduring, terletak di Sumatera Barat, Indonesia, memiliki potensi wisata dan keindahan alam yang belum tergali sepenuhnya. Namun, kendala utama yang dihadapi adalah kurangnya pengembangan sistem informasi kampung berbasis geospasial. Dengan luas 133,85 km2 dan penduduk 8225 jiwa, nagari ini memiliki potensi besar untuk dikembangkan sebagai destinasi wisata. Keterbatasan infrastruktur teknologi informasi dan komunikasi, seperti akses internet, menjadi tantangan utama yang mempengaruhi ketersediaan data penting seperti basis data, data rumah, dan data penduduk. Pengembangan sistem informasi kampung perlu didukung oleh peningkatan infrastruktur teknologi informasi dan komunikasi. Pengabdian masyarakat menggunakan model Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) dengan pendekatan Focus Group Discussion (FGD) dan pelatihan aparatur nagari. Berdasarkan hasil kegiatan pelatihan yang telah dilaksanakan diperoleh bahwa terdapat peningkatan signifikan pada pemahaman aparatur pemerintah nagari terkait konsep dan teknis pembuatan sistem informasi kampung. Pelatihan membekali tim pengembang dengan keterampilan geospasial untuk memajukan desa.
Once Upon a Word: Growing Young Minds with Picture Story Vocabulary Builders
Authors: Kurniawati Lemmuela Alvita , Prasetya Felicia Vinanda
Published: January 2025

The current community service project aimed to meet the needs of a private elementary school in Yogyakarta by providing picture storybooks for 5th-grade students to enhance their English vocabulary mastery through reading activities. Five storybooks were created using a modified 4D development model (Define, Design, and Develop), aligning with biblical lessons and the school’s values. The design and development of the storybooks were based on a needs assessment conducted through interviews with English teachers and four students, as well as a questionnaire for the students. The storybooks were used as complementary materials in English classes to foster student vocabulary acquisition and introduce moral values and virtues in life. Each storybook includes a narrative, illustrations to stimulate creativity and imagination, a moral value section, and a vocabulary list. The community service project highlights the potential of storybooks to foster language acquisition and moral development. Future community service opportunities are also available.
Pemberdayaan Wanita Tani Melalui Program Pemanfaatan Lahan Pekarangan
Authors: Herman Herman , Ambar Abdul Azis , Sobri Sobri
Published: January 2025

Pemberdayaan wanita tani dalam pemanfaatan lahan pekarangan merupakan salah satu cara untuk memenuhi kebutuhan tanpa harus dibeli. Lahan pekarang bisa menjadi tempat kegiatan usaha tani yang mempunyai peranan besar terhadap pemenuhan kebutuhan keluarga. Tujuan kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah meningkatkan kedsadaran wanita tani melaluai pemanfaatan dan kemampuan wanita tani untuk berpartisipasi secara aktif dan upaya pemberdayaan pemanfaatan lahan pekarangan. Metode yang digunakan adalah dengan metode yang meliputi beberapa tahapan, yaitu persiaan penyuluhan pelatihan, pendampingan, dan evaluasi. Sasaran kegiatan ini adalah wanita tani. Upaya pemanfaatan lahan pekarangan budidaya sayuran sangat berdampak baik bagi wanita tani, mampu memberi kontribusi untuk peningkatan ketersediaan sayuran yang sehat dan bergizi untuk rumah tangga.
Pendampingan Penyusunan Proposal PTK Bagi Guru Ekonomi di Kabupaten Ogan Komering Ulu
Authors: Barlian Ikbal , FH Yuliana , Deskoni Deskoni , Amrina Dian Eka
Published: January 2025

Kegiatan pengabdian pada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk memberikan pendampingan penyusunan proposal Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK) bagi guru-guru ekonomi di Kabupaten Ogan Komering Ulu. Hal ini dilakukan karena PTK sangat dibutuhkan sebagai upaya perbaikan proses pembelajaran dan mendukung peningkatan karir guru. Kegiatan pengabdian ini diikuti oleh 24 orang guru ekonomi yang tergabung dalam MGMP Kabupaten Ogan Komering Ulu. Kegiatan ini dilaksanakan dengan 3 tahap kegiatan, yakni 1) tahap persiapan dan sosialisasi kegiatan untuk mengidentifikasi permasalahan dan kebutuhan peserta agar pelatihan yang diberikan mampu mengatasi permasalahan guru; 2) tahap pelaksanaan, yakni dengan memberikan pelatihan dan pendampingan bagi peserta secara luring dan daring agar mampu menyusun proposal PTK dalam mendukung kompetensinya sebagai guru profesional dan 3) tahap evaluasi kegiatan melalui pretest dan posttest untuk melihat peningkatan pemahaman guru dalam menyusun PTK, serta evaluasi produk berupa proposal PTK yang berhasil disusun oleh guru untuk mengetahui peningkatan keterampilan guru dalam menyusun PTK. Berdasarkan kegiatan pendampingan yang telah dilakukan menunjukkan hasil bahwa terjadi peningkatan pengetahuan dan pemahaman guru dalam menyusun PTK, hal ini ditunjukkan terjadinya peningkatan sebesar 20 dari nilai rata-rata pretest 66,25 dan posttest sebesar 86,25. Selanjutnya sebanyak 83,33% para guru telah mampu menyusun PTK dan memiliki pemahaman yang baik dalam merancang proposal PTK.
Pendampingan Penggunaan Aplikasi Ekosis dalam Pengembangan Kapasitas Anggota Kelompok Tani Andalan Desa Babakan
Authors: Amirah Nurul , Dzikrilah Azka Wahyu , Puspita Kartika Eka , Vishnukirana Aria , Barlan Zessy Ardinal , Hamida Syakila
Published: January 2025

Pertanian masih menjadi mata pencaharian utama bagi sebagian besar masyarakat Indonesia, termasuk di Kota Bogor, yang sebagian besar penduduknya menggantungkan pendapatan pada sektor pertanian. Peningkatan kapasitas petani menjadi penting seiring dengan perkembangan teknologi. Keberadaan aplikasi Ekosis menjadi salah satu solusi bagi pemasaran pertanian, khususnya bagi kelompok tani seperti Kelompok Tani Andalan. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk pengembangan kapasitas anggota kelompok tani melalui pendampingan penggunaan aplikasi Ekosis, dengan harapan dapat memperbaiki pemasaran dan penjualan hasil tani. Kegiatan pengabdian ini dimulai dengan metode observasi dan wawancara mendalam secara langsung kepada ketua kelompok tani melalui tahapan riset perencanaan, aksi, observasi, dan refleksi. Kegiatan pendampingan penggunaan aplikasi Ekosis dilakukan langsung kepada anggota kelompok tani. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan anggota kelompok tani belum memanfaatkan teknologi secara maksimal dalam kegiatan pertanian mereka, terutama dalam hal pemasaran. Pengenalan dan pendampingan aplikasi Ekosis diharapkan dapat meningkatkan kemampuan anggota kelompok tani dalam menggunakan teknologi digital untuk pemasaran hasil tani. Aplikasi ini berpotensi untuk meningkatkan efektivitas pemasaran dan penjualan produk pertanian, serta mendukung keberhasilan usaha tani di tingkat lokal.
Diversifikasi Produk Batik Motif Simplicity dengan Teknik Cap Kertas dan Pewarnaan Alami
Authors: Rudianto M. , Sarwono Sarwono , Hidayat Sujadi Rahmad , Santoso Ratna Endah , Affanti Tiwi Bina
Published: January 2025

Dewi Batik Boyolali merupakan UKM yang memproduksi berbagai jenis batik serta kain motif batik dengan proses handprint. Perusahaan tidak memproduksi karakter produk batik tertentu sebagai ciri khas, melainkan memproduksi berdasarkan pemesanan konsumen. Kendala yang dihadapi dengan konsep usaha seperti ini adalah diversifikasi produk yaitu kurangnya pilihan yang ditawarkan, keterbatasan stock produk, kurang beragam, dan kurangnya kemampuan menghasilkan produk baru. Berdasarkan permasalahan mitra, maka program pengabdian melakukan peningkatan pengetahuan dan keterampilan mitra. Dilaksanakan pengembangan produk batik cap kertas dan pewarna alami dengan penerapan batik motif simplicity yang merupakan motif batik sederhana. Pelaksanaan program bertujuan menambah diversifikasi atau pilihan produk pada mitra. Metode pelaksanaan meliputi: pelatihan teknis, pengembangan produk, dan evaluasi program. Program pelatihan teknis meliputi program pembuatan alat cap batik dengan material kertas dan proses pewarnaan batik dengan pewarna alami. Evaluasi melalui kegiatan FGD untuk mengevaluasi pelaksanaan dan hasil serta menyusun rekomendasi kelanjutannya. Hasil pelaksanaan kegiatan mitra memperoleh keterampilan dalam produksi batik cap kertas dan pewarna alami, penambahan produk mitra, desain motif yang didaftarkan HKI dan digunakan oleh mitra. Keterampilan yang diperoleh dapat dikembangkan untuk menambah diversifikasi produk.
Meningkatkan Produktivitas Karyawan dalam Proses Purchasing dan Receiving di Swiss-Belhotel Rainforest Kuta
Authors: Suoth Verrel Renaldy , Arlita I G.A. Desy
Published: January 2025

Kegiatan pengabdian di Swiss-Belhotel Rainforest, Kuta, Bali, berfokus pada optimalisasi proses Purchasing dan Receiving serta peningkatan produktivitas karyawan untuk meningkatkan efisiensi operasional hotel. Dalam konteks pertumbuhan industri pariwisata Bali, kegiatan ini bertujuan mengatasi tantangan manajemen pemasok, fluktuasi harga, dan pengelolaan barang. Melalui analisis alur kerja dan implementasi strategi seperti peningkatan komunikasi antar departemen, efisiensi biaya, dan pengelolaan barang sistematis, pengabdian ini bertujuan meningkatkan produktivitas karyawan dan kualitas pelayanan hotel. Hasil menunjukkan peningkatan efektivitas pengadaan dan penerimaan barang, optimalisasi sumber daya, dan produktivitas karyawan, menekankan pentingnya proses back-office dalam menciptakan pengalaman tamu yang memuaskan.
Efek Jera Sanksi Nikah di Pasar Bagi Remaja
Authors: Hendrika Angela , Fitriani Erda
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis efek jera pemberlakuan sanksi nikah di pasar terhadap kalangan remaja di Nagari Koto Lamo Kecamatan Kapur IX Kabupaten Lima Puluh Kota. Sanksi nikah di pasar diberlakukan sebagai upaya efek jera terhadap kejadian hamil di luar nikah yang tinggi di kalangan remaja. Metode yang dilakukan adalah pendekatan kualitatif yaitu suatu pendekatan yang menjelaskan realitas sosial yang ingin diteliti secara mendalam dengan menggunakan data kualitatif berupa kata-kata dan kenyataan. Teori yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah teori Kontrol Sosial oleh Travis Hirschi dimana teori ini dibangun atas dasar manusia yang memiliki kecenderungan untuk tidak mengikuti aturan atau tidak patuh hukum. Lokasi penelitian dilakukan di Nagari Koto Lamo, yang memiliki kehidupan masyarakat yang masih sangat dipengaruhi oleh adat dan norma setempat. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pemberlakuan sanksi nikah di pasar telah memberikan dampak positif dalam mengurangi kejadian hamil di luar nikah di kalangan remaja Nagari Koto Lamo. Masyarakat merasa takut dan waspada terhadap dampak sosial seperti adanya hamil di luar nikah, anaknya mengalami nikah di Los Pasar dan jadi cemoohan masyarakat jika terlibat dalam perbuatan tersebut. Selain itu, remaja juga menjadi lebih hati-hati dalam menjalani hubungan dan bergaul.