bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Challenges and opportunities in the coordination of a decentralized statistical system
Authors: Virola Romulo A.
Published: January 2025

National Statistical Systems (NSS) have been classified as"centralized" or "decentralized". Given their distinctive features, centralized statistical systems can be more efficient, but decentralized systems can be more effective. Regardless of the extent of centralization or decentralization of a statistical system, the eighth Fundamental Principle of Official Statistics (FPOS) is of utmost relevance – coordination among statistical agencies within countries is essential to achieve consistency and efficiency in the statistical system.

The coordination of the NSS is usually the function of the National Statistics Office (NSO) and the Philippines is probably the only country where the coordination of the NSS rests in a separate agency created specifically for the purpose.

This paper describes the organization of the Philippine Statistical System, presents the mechanisms for coordination, dissemination and advocacy existing therein and concludes with a discussion of challenges and opportunities.
Examining Monogamy Through the Lens of Jamaluddin Athiyyah's Maqashid Syariah
Authors: Ulum Moh. Rafiqil , Hamidah Tutik
Published: January 2025

Monogamy, as a form of marriage between one man and one woman, is widely considered the ideal norm in many cultures as it is associated with stability, commitment, and fidelity. In the Islamic context, monogamy is preferred as it is considered more manageable and conducive to domestic harmony. However, Islam also allows polygamy under certain conditions, which has led to an ongoing scholarly debate regarding its ethical and practical implications. While there has been much discussion regarding monogamy and polygamy in Islam, there has been little research using a maqashid sharia approach, particularly from the perspective of Jamaluddin Athiyyah. This research seeks to do so by assessing how monogamy aligns with the objectives of Islamic law compared to polygamy. This research uses a normative qualitative method with a conceptual approach. Primary data is obtained from Jamaluddin Athiyyah's works on maqashid sharia, while secondary data includes relevant journals, articles, and previous research on monogamy and polygamy. The qualitative analysis evaluates the role of monogamy in fulfilling the values of maqashid sharia, particularly in the domains of personal well-being, family stability, community harmony, and overall human well-being. The findings show that monogamy is more supportive of justice, tranquility, and well-being in family life than polygamy. From the perspective of Jamaluddin Athiyyah's maqashid sharia, monogamy significantly contributes to preserving the soul, reason, religion, honor, and. In addition, monogamy enhances social stability and promotes the welfare of the ummah, which is in line with the basic objectives of Islamic law, which are to achieve prosperity and prevent societal breakdown. Therefore, these findings will be useful for Muslim policymakers, academics, and society in understanding monogamy as a marriage framework that is more supportive of social justice and welfare.
Evaluation of the quality Porang land (Amorphophallus oncophyllus Prain) (case study in several Places in Sumatera Utara Indonesia) : Dibeberapa Lokasi Lahan di Sumatera Utara)
Authors: Wahyu Andriansyah  , Razali
Published: January 2025

Porang is a new commodity that began to be cultivated intensively in North Sumatra. Land and environmental conditions become the main factors in influencing the production of people's tubers. This study aims to evaluate the quality of people's crop land (Amorphophallus oncophyllus Prain) at several locations in North Sumatra. The study was conducted in April-July 2021. This study used a survey method with purposive sampling techniques. The results of matching the quality of land with the requirements of growing people's crops show rainfall in several land locations in North Sumatra is on the criteria quite appropriate (S2) while the temperature is at the criteria very appropriate (S1) to quite appropriate (S2). Regression test results showed that the amount of simultaneous influence exerted by %C-organic, pH, %dust, %clay, slope class, dosage, planting distance, rainfall, and temperature on bulb weight was 87.1%.
The Relationship of Land Physical Characteristic to The Productivity of Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.)at Karo Regency
Authors: Aninda Nabila Putri , Razali
Published: January 2025

The research aims to determine the relationship of the lands' physical characteristics (temperature, soil texture, soil moisture, slope, and planting direction) to the productivity of potatoes (Solanum tuberosum L.) at Karo Regency. The research was started from June 2021 to August 2021. This research was conducted using a survey method at 5 sub-districts (Berastagi, Merdeka, Kabanjahe, Tigapanah, Simpangempat) at Karo Regency using Stratified random sampling with potato productivity (low-high productivity) as consideration. The results showed that the physical characteristic of land (temperature, soil texture, soil moisture, slope, and planting direction) simultaneously affected potato productivity, 51% of potato productivity were affected by the characteristics of the land. Partially: temperature, slope, and soil moisture affect the potato productivity. Temperature and slope were positively correlated with potato productivity.
Evaluation of application of biochar corn and urea fertilizer on some chemical properties and growth of corn (zea mays L.) in Ultisol
Authors: Zebua Muhammad Sabrin , Hidayat Benny , Lubis Kemala Sari
Published: January 2025

Biochar application derivate from corn and using urea fertilization were expected can increase N absorbed maximallay. For this reason, this research was conducted at green house by using Factorial Randomized Block Design (FRBD) with two (2) factors. The first factor is biochar sourced from corn that were no biochar, corn cob and corn husk, each other is about 20 ton/Ha. The second factor is Urea fertilizer with four a dossages (25 kg/Ha, 50 kg/Ha, 75 kg/Ha and 100 kg/Ha). Parameters were analyzed are of chemical characteristics value of pHH2O and total nitrogen. Parameters plant were analyzed area palnt height, number of leavesand N uptake of palnt. The results showed that application of corn cob biochar can increase N uptake about 0.93 mg/plant. Application of urea fertilizer can increase the value of pH H2O, total nitrogen, and N uptake at dossage urea fertilizer about 100 kg/Ha. The height plant can increase by using Urea fertilization dossageabout 50 kg/Ha at 4, 5 and 6 weeks after planting. This, the number of leaves of corn can increase at by using Urea Fertilization dossage about 75 kg/Ha significantly.
Effect of Concentration and Frequency of Gamal Leaf Liquid Organic Fertilizer on the Growth and Production of Mustard Greens (Brassica juncea)
Authors: Lahay Ratna Rosanty , Gowasa Esmiralda Sri Uchy N. , Meiriani  , Sinuraya Mariati
Published: January 2025

Green mustard is a vegetable that is rich in carbohydrates, protein, good fats and vitamins A, B, C, E, and K, which are useful for a healthy body. The right fertilizer concentration can optimize plant growth. Different frequency of fertilizer application will affect plant growth.. This research was conducted in Simanindo Village, Simanindo District, Samosir Regency, North Sumatra with an altitude of ± 913 masl from June to July 2023. This study used a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with 2 treatment factors and 3 replications. The first factor was the concentration of gamal leaf liquid organic fertilizer: 80, 100, 120, and 140 ml/liter. The second factor is the frequency of application gamal leaf liquid organic fertilizer: 2 WAT; 1 and 3 WAT; 1, 2, and 3 WAT. The results showed that the concentration of gamal leaf liquid organic fertilizer had an effect on plant length, number of leaves, apparent stem diameter and fresh selling weight. The highest fresh weight was found in the concentration of 140 ml/liter. Application frequency of gamal leaf liquid organic fertilizer affects plant length, number of leaves, apparent stem diameter and selling fresh weight. The highest selling fresh weight was found in the frequency of 3 times application at 1, 2, and 3 WAT. The interaction between concentration and frequency of application gamal leaf liquid organic fertilizer had no significant effect on all parameters.
Keyword: Gamal leaf liquid organic fertilizer, concentration, frequency of application, mustard green.
The Effect of Vitamin B1 Application on The Growth of Cocoa Seedlings
Authors: Harahap Fitri Sauda , Novalina Novalina
Published: January 2025

Vitamin B1 is a vitamin that has a very important role for plants. The application of vitamin B1 (thiamin) is expected to increase plant growth, including in the seedling phase. This study aims to determine the effect of vitamin B1 application, variety and interaction of vitamin B1 and variety on the growth of cocoa seedlings. The research was conducted in the gauze house. Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Sumatra Utara Medan, from July to December 2023. This study used a factorial randomized block design (RBD) consisting of 2 treatment factors. The first factor was cocoa plant variety consisting of three levels namely ICS 60, RCC 70,  Lindak, and the second factor was vitamin B1 application (concentration of 10 ml/liter) consisting of 4 application method namely control, soaking seeds, foliar aplication and soaking seed + foliar application. Observation variables were plant height, stem diameter, number of leaves, leaf area. The results showed that vitamin B1 application, variety, interaction between varicty and vitamin B1 did not significantly affect all observation variables except vitamin B1 application significantly affected stem diameter of 6 week old cocoa seedlings. However, based on several observation variables, it is known that seedlings of Lindak variety which sprayed  vitamin B1 (V3B2) had better growth than other treatment combinations.
The Growth and Production of Maize (Zea mays L.) at Various Distance Planting and Biofertilization.
Authors: Marbun Eliani Mutiara
Published: January 2025

Farmers habits in cultivating corn plants, including excessive use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, causing environmental pollution and decreasing soil quality, both chemical, physical, and biological, which results in low production, therefore some efforts are needed to remain productive, namely by using biological fertilizers to improve soil improvement and improve spacing. This study aims to determine the growth and production of maize at various distance planting and to apply biofertilization. The research was conducted in Sei Beras Sekata Village, Deli Serdang in December 2019 to March 2020. The research used factorial randomized block design, the first factor was various of distance planting 70 cm x 10 cm, 70 cm x 15 cm, 70 cm x 20 cm, and the second factor was biological fertilizer consisting of 0 g/ha, 400 g/ha, 800 g/ha, 1200 g/ha. The observed parameters were plant height, leaf area, stem diameter, dry seed weight per plant, dry seed weight per plot, cob length, ear diameter, number of seeds per cob and root dry weight. The results showed that planting distances 70 cm x 20 cm significantly affected the stem diameter, length of cob, ear diameter, number of seeds per cob, weight of dried seeds per plant, and weight of dried seeds per plot. Biological fertilizer has a significant effect on the diameter of the cob. There was no interaction between the distance of planting corn and the application of biological fertilizer to the growth and production of corn.
МЕТОДИЧНІ ЗАСАДИ АНАЛІЗУ ФІНАНСОВИХ РЕЗУЛЬТАТІВ ПІДПРИЄМСТВ АГРАРНОГО БІЗНЕСУ
Authors: Гуцаленко Любов , Молдован Мирослав
Published: January 2025

У статті досліджуються питання методичних засад аналізу фінансових результатів підприємств аграрного бізнесу. Оцінена їх роль для розвитку галузі та підприємств, зокрема, а також значення аналізу, який дозволяє своєчасно виявляти проблеми, оцінювати ризики та розробляти стратегію для досягнення стабільного розвитку господарюючого суб’єкту. Досліджено різні терміни, що використовується в економічній літературі для опису процесу оцінки фінансових результатів підприємств (аналіз, оцінка, діагностика, моніторинг, аналітичне забезпечення). Незважаючи на певні відмінності, вони утворюють єдину систему, спрямовану на комплексну оцінку фінансового стану підприємства та його фінансових результатів. Сформовано завдання аналізу фінансових результатів аграрної галузі в розрізі різних рівнів (мікро; мезо та макро рівні). Систематизовано підходи до напрямів аналізу фінансових результатів підприємств, що зустрічаються в економічній літературі. Дослідження свідчать про відсутність єдиного домінуючого методу, оскільки вибір найбільш ефективного інструментарію залежить від цілого ряду факторів, включаючи мету аналізу, специфіку діяльності підприємства, доступність даних та кваліфікацію аналітика. Охарактеризовано особливості аграрної галузі, які необхідно враховувати при побудові моделі аналізу фінансових результатів, вони систематизовані таким чином: сезонність та циклічність; специфіка активів; вплив державної політики; технологічні особливості; екологічні фактори. Запропоновано такі заходи для вдосконалення аналізу фінансових результатів аграрних підприємств: розширення спектру аналізованих показників; удосконалення методів аналізу; покращення якості фінансової звітності; автоматизація процесів аналізу; підвищення кваліфікації персоналу; врахування специфіки аграрного бізнесу; залучення зовнішніх експертів для складних аналітичних досліджень.
THE EFFECT OF USING DAILY CONVERSATION YOUTUBE VIDEO TOWARDS STUDENT SPEAKING SKILL AT THE ELEVENTH GRADE STUDENT OF SMAN 1 CIHARA, LEBAK BANTEN IN ACADEMIC YEAR 2021/2022
Authors: Wini Wini nuraini , Ade Sudirman, M.Pd  , Rizdki Elang Gumelar, M.Pd
Published: January 2025

Wini Nuraini (2022).  “The effect of using daily conversation YouTube video towards student speaking skill at the eleventh grade student of SMAN 1 Cihara, Leabak Banten, Academic Year 2021/2022”.
This research paper aims to determine the significant effect of daily conversation YouTube videos on speaking skill of Class Xl SMAN 1 students Cihara Lebak-Banten Academic Year 2021/2022. Research Paper using a quantitative approach.  This research is conducted from October to November, and researcher have chosen two classes, namely experimental class and control class.  The technique in selecting the sample is take random cluster sampling;  And analyzing the data, the researcher used Paired sample test with SPSS 22 statistics to analyze the hypothesis test.  Researcher have found t-count results (-5.971) and Significant = 0.000 <0.05.  From this the data can be interpreted that there is a significant difference between the two group in obtaining a score, because the result is a significance value of less than 0.05 which means Ha is accepted.  Therefore, the researcher concludes that. The application of daily conversation YouTube videos has a good effect on students' speaking skills.
Keywords: daily conversation, YouTube video, speaking skill.
Effects of Toxic Chemical on Aquatic Biota of Jabi Lake
Authors: Motunrayo A. M. , Makpo J. K. , Banyigyi H. A.
Published: January 2025

Aquatic ecosystems play a vital role in global biodiversity and ecological productivity, with lakes being some of the most diverse environments. However, increasing anthropogenic activities, such as agriculture, industry, mining, and urban effluents, contribute to heavy metal pollution in these ecosystems. While metals are essential nutrients in low concentrations, they become toxic when exceeding regulatory limits. This study investigated heavy metal contamination in Jabi Lake and its tributaries to assess pollution levels and provide information for sustainable resource management. Seven sampling stations were selected, including three in tributaries, one at the confluent, and three within the lake, to evaluate the chemical and biological characteristics of the water. Standard procedures were employed to analyse data collected over the study period, with statistical tests performed at a 95% significance level (p ≤ 0.05). Findings revealed heavy metal concentrations in water, with copper (0.01–0.35 mg/L), iron (0.02–3.59 mg/L), lead (0.01–0.20 mg/L), zinc (0.01–0.031 mg/L), chromium (0–0.07 mg/L), and cadmium (0–0.4 mg/L). Iron levels exceeded the regulatory limit of 1.0 mg/L, raising concerns about its potential health risks. Heavy metals, including cadmium, iron, and zinc, were also detected in fish species such as Clarias gariepinus, Pseudotolithus senegalensis, and Oreochromis niloticus. The high iron concentrations in both water and fish tissues highlight significant risks to consumers’ health. A systematic management approach is necessary to ensure the sustainability of Jabi Lake’s fishery resources and surrounding environment.
André Malraux: La Construcción de un Mito
Authors: Félix Pichardo Ana Lilia
Published: January 2025

La búsqueda del escritor en su creación novelística permite reconocer la construcción y consolidación de un mito literario en que André Malraux se recrea a sí mismo como personaje de su narrativa. El escritor francés autor de La esperanza representa un mito político-cultural que es posible desentramar a partir de la lectura simultánea de su obra y de su biografía. Este trabajo recurre al biógrafo Oliver Todd como fuente primordial para reconocer el origen e inspiración de los personajes y circunstancias literarias encontradas en las principales obras de Malraux.
Raíces Abiertas: Partículas y Particularidades en Diáspora de Jaime Araya
Authors: De la Torre Herrera Joaquín Emmanuel
Published: January 2025

El año pasado se publicó en México el libro del poeta chileno, Jaime Araya. El ensayo que se presenta es una lectura de su libro a partir de los estudios postcoloniales y los estudios culturales, principalmente. Esto con la intención de inentivar el diálogo en cuanto a los temas, pensando sobre todo en la literatura contemporanea que se produce actualmente.
Angustioso guardagujas. Función de la estructura en abismo en "El guardagujas" de Juan José Arreola
Authors: Muñoz Peralta Isaac
Published: January 2025

Analizar de la obra de Juan José Arreola muchas veces nos lleva, necesariamente, a hablar sobre una búsqueda de lo racional a través de lo irracional. Esto, evidentemente, parece en sí mismo algo irracional, pero ésa es la clave que nos permitirá entenderlo. En el trabajo que se presenta a continuación hay un acercamiento a este planteamiento y un intento por explicar cómo es que funciona. Para lograr esto se analiza un cuento suyo (“El guardagujas”) y la técnica narrativa que, a mi juicio, el autor utiliza para conseguirlo: la puesta en abismo.
Pendampingan Peer Edukator Suami dalam Upaya Mendukung Keberhasilan ASI Eksklusif di Puskesmas Hutaimbaru Kota Padangsidimpuan
Authors: Batubara Novita Sari , Heriansyah Rizka , Lubis Tapi Endang Fauziah
Published: January 2025

Pemberian ASI (Air Susu Ibu) merupakan nutrisi yang dibutuhkan untuk pertumbuhan dan perkembangan bayi. Bayi berusia 0-6 bulan haruslah diberikan hanya ASI saja, informasi terkait cakupan ASI eksklusif didapati sangat rendah. Beberapa data menyebutkan hal ini diakibatkan oleh kurangnya dukungan orang terdekat mengenai pemberian ASI eksklusif. Dukungan orang sekitar atau orang terdekat khususnya suami menjadi salah satu faktor penentu keberhasilan menyusui. Pemberdayaan keluarga melalui peer edukator suami sangat dibutuhkan untuk membantu keberhasilan pemberian ASI ekslusif. Sehingga dibutuhkan kegiatan pendampingan peer educator suami dengan memberikan penyuluhan, pelatihan mengenai ASI eksklusif. Metode pendampingan yang dilakukan yaitu metode partisipatif dengan melakukan pendekatan terhadap suami serta tokoh masyarakat setempat untuk mendapatkan perizinan dan dukungan dalam melakukan program pemberdayaan keluarga melalui peer eduk ator suami dalam upaya mendukung keberhasilan pemberian ASI Eksklusif di wilayah binaan. Jenis kegiatan ini berupa serangkaian kegiatan pendampingan berupa penyuluhan dan pemberian edukasi kepada suami untuk menambah pengetahuan dalam memberikan dukungan untuk keberhasilan pemberian ASI Eksklusif. Tempat atau lokasi kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat dilaksanakan di Puskesmas Hutaimbaru Kota Padangsidimpuan dengan kelompok sasaran adalah warga lingkungan sekitar. Hasil kegiatan pendampingan berdampak baik khusunya bagi para suami atau keluarga dimana suami dapat mengetahui manfaat, cara pemberian yang diharapkan dapat memberikan dukungan sepenuhnya dalam pemberian ASI Eksklusif
Edukasi Pembuatan Lip Balm Menggunakan Sari Kulit Buah Melon Orange (Cucumis Melo Var. Cantalupo)
Authors: Tanjung Siti Aisyah , Fatimah Cut , Gunawan Muhammad , Ningsih Afni Sari
Published: January 2025

Bibir merupakan salah satu bagian wajah yang mempengaruhi persepsi estetis wajah. Oleh karena itu, penting sekali untuk menjaga kesehatan dan tampilan bibir. Lip balm merupakan sediaan yang biasa digunakan untuk bibir yang berguna sebagai pelembab, melindungi bibir dari pengaruh lingkungan, dan mencegah penguapan pada sel-sel epitel mukosa bibir. Lip balm biasanya terdiri dari basis transparan seperti lilin, lanolin, setil alkohol, maupun petrolatum yang berfungsi sebagai pelembab. Selain pelembab, lip balm juga memerlukan tambahan antioksidan untuk melindungi bibir dari radikal bebas serta anti UV agar melindungi bibir dari sinar matahari. Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk memberikan edukasi kepada masyarakat mengenai pembuatan lip balm menggunakan sari kulit buah melon orange (Cucumis melo var. cantalupo). Metode yang digunakan pada kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah edukasi dalam bentuk peragaan disertai dengan ceramah dan umpan balik dari masyarakat. Melalui kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini, maka diperoleh kesimpulan bahwa: (1) Masyarakat mendapatkan pengetahuan baru mengenai pemanfaatan bahan-bahan alami untuk pembuatan lip balm; (2) Warna lip balm kulit melon yang disukai masyarakat adalah warna lip balm dengan konsentrasi kulit melon 10% dan 20%. Dari segi aroma, masyarakat menyukai lip balm kulit melon dengan konsentrasi kulit melon 20%. Dari segi bentuk, masyarakat menyukai lip balm kulit melon dengan konsentrasi kulit melon 10% dan 20%.
Pemberian Dukungan pada Lansia Melalui Penyuluhan Kesehatan Sebagai Upaya Peningkatan Kesehatan Menopause
Authors: Putri Dwiana Kartika
Published: January 2025

Menopause bukanlah suatu penyakit ataupun kelainan dan terjadi pada akhir siklus menstruasi yang terakhir tetapi kepastiannya baru diperoleh jika seorang wanita sudah tidak mengalami siklus haidnya selama minimal 12 bulan wanita. Menopause membawa sejumlah perubahan fisik dan psikologis yang signifikan, termasuk hot flashes, gangguan tidur, perubahan mood, dan penurunan kepadatan tulang. Perubahan ini dapat mempengaruhi kualitas hidup seorang wanita secara keseluruhan jika tidak dikelola dengan baik. Banyak wanita lanjut usia (lansia) tidak memiliki pemahaman yang cukup tentang menopause dan cara-cara untuk menghadapinya. Ketidaktahuan ini sering kali menyebabkan kecemasan, ketidaknyamanan, dan bahkan depresi. Edukasi tentang menopause menjadi penting untuk membantu wanita lansia memahami perubahan yang terjadi dalam tubuh mereka, serta cara-cara untuk mengelola gejala-gejala yang muncul. Tujuan penyuluhan ini yaitu memberikan dukungan kepada lansia dengan pemberian penyuluhan kesehatan yang dimaksudkan untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan mengenai menopause. Metode yang digunakan adalah penyuluhan kesehatan yang meliputi pemberian materi dan diskusi bersama lansia yang melibatkan aparat desa. Kegiatan ini diikuti oleh 32 wanita lansia Desa Alur Cucur Dusun Cinta Damai Kabupaten Aceh Tamiang. Evaluasi dilakukan dengan pre dan post test. Hasil dari kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini yaitu terjadi peningkatan pemahaman masyarakat sebelum dan sesudah penyuluhan dari 52% menjadi 84%. Edukasi tentang menopause juga harus mencakup anggota keluarga dan komunitas, sehingga mereka dapat memberikan dukungan yang diperlukan. Dengan demikian, suasana yang mendukung dan penuh pengertian dapat tercipta, yang akan membantu wanita lansia menjalani masa menopause dengan lebih baik
La convergencia de la IA y el periodismo: transformando el ecosistema informativo
Authors: Palacios Carrillo José Vinicio , Vásconez Merino Galo Javier , Robalino Latorre Mercedes Itzayana
Published: January 2025

Introducción: la convergencia digital ha impulsado la difusión inmediata de la información, pero esto afecta y promueve desafíos en el periodismo convencional como la falta de verificación y contexto. La IA surge como una herramienta clave para mejorar el proceso de creación de contenidos periodísticos de forma precisa y eficiente Objetivos: análisis de un caso de estudio, el cual ejemplifica la implementación de la IA en el ámbito periodístico permitiendo evaluar su impacto en la calidad, eficacia, así como también el aspecto ético en la producción de los contenidos informativos. Metodología: enfoque cualitativo mediante el análisis de caso del medio de comunicación “Channel 1”, fundado en 2023. Se evaluó el uso de inteligencia artificial para la creación y difusión de contenido en plataformas digitales, considerando las tendencias de consumo en redes sociales y también el análisis de los algoritmos empleados para la generación automática de noticias y su impacto en el periodismo. Resultados: el análisis realizado en “Channel 1”, un medio fundado en 2023 que utiliza IA para crear contenido adaptado al consumo instantáneo en redes sociales. Su objetivo es ofrecer información precisa mediante algoritmos que analizan tendencias. La IA automatiza la redacción de noticias, distribuidas por múltiples plataformas. Prioriza el contenido visual y la retro alimentación con la audiencia para la confiabilidad y la creatividad. Conclusiones: el periodismo tradicional prioriza la objetividad, búsqueda de la verdad, pero enfrenta desafíos en el entorno digital. El periodismo digital, en cambio, se caracteriza por la hipertextualidad, multimedialidad e interactividad, adaptándose a nuevas formas de consumo. Área de estudio general: comunicación. Área de estudio específica: periodismo. Tipo de artículo: Revisión bibliográfica-estudio de caso.
Development of user-friendly simple statistical software: Linear regression analysis series
Authors: Susanto Hari Purnomo , Noviantari Ika , Meifiani Nely Indra , Purnamasari Mega Isvanidiana , Prasetyo Tika Dedy , Kusuma Mobinta , Sumin Sumin
Published: January 2025

Regression analysis is a statistical technique frequently employed across diverse disciplines utilizing SPSS. Users lacking a robust basis in regression and infrequently utilizing SPSS will experience anxiety. Anxiety will be intensified by the interpretation of the analysis results. This work aims to create user-friendly statistical software for regression analysis, requiring little configuration and capable of interpreting analytical results. This study employed the SCLD development model. This paradigm comprises five stages: Planning, Analysis, Design, Implementation, and System. The produced software is titled Simple Statistical Software series Regression Analysis, abbreviated as 3S-AR. The development yielded the 3S-AR program, which possesses functionality for regression analysis. The validation of development results was conducted by comparing the outcomes of 3S-AR analysis with those obtained from SPSS software. 3S-AR provides numerous advantages. Initially, it was user-friendly, and minimal configuration was required. A single analysis can present the outcomes of the regression analysis alongside all relevant assumptions. Secondly, the capability to offer an interpretation of the analytical findings. Third, if an analysis is incomplete, it can offer recommendations on the user's next steps. Fourth, it is complimentary. The development outcomes can facilitate users in conducting regression analysis with ease, particularly for individuals lacking a robust statistical background and proficiency in regression analysis tools.
FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG BERHUBUNGAN DENGAN PENINGKATAN BERAT BADAN PENGGUNAA ALAT KONTRASEPSI DMPA
Authors: Nuningtias Woro Tamia
Published: January 2025

Background : In Indonesia, DMPA has the largest percentage, namely 49.9% for new acceptors and 47.78% for old acceptors (Ministry of Health, 2022). In West Java, the highest users of DMPA injection contraception are in Bekasi Regency with 104,297 acceptors (BPS Jabar. 2020). Based on data from the West Java Health Office in (2021), the central statistics agency explained that the number of Fertile Age Couples (PUS) was 9,333,302 participants. With details of 562,771 (54.7%) users of injectable contraception. One of the side effects that often occurs in the use of DMPA injectable contraception is weight gain. This effect is caused by the hormone progesterone which facilitates the transformation of carbohydrates and sugars into fat, so that fat reserves under the skin increase. The purpose of the study was to determine the relationship between maternal age, duration of use, physical activity, history of diabetes, and diet with weight gain in DMPA contraceptive users at TPMB Salifiyah in 2024.
Subjects and Methods : This type of research uses observational analytics with a cross-sectional approach with a population of 60 respondents, in sampling using a total sampling of 60 samples, the results of which are processed by editing, coding, processing, scoring and tabulating which will be analyzed using univariate analysis and bivariate analysis.
Result : It was found that all the variables studied had a significant relationship, maternal age >35 years (p=0.000) there was a relationship and there was a 44 times greater risk of increasing body weight, duration of use >2 years (p=0.000) there was relationship and a 4.8 times greater risk of this occurring increased body weight, heavy physical activity (p=0.018) there is a relationship and light physical activity has a 6.5 times higher risk of increasing body weight compared to moderate and heavy activities, a history of diabrt (p=0.000) with a relationship and a history of diabetes has a 14.5 times higher risk of occurring there is a relationship between, increasing body weight and having a good diet (p=0.000) and there is a 7.5 times greater risk of increasing body weight compared to a moderate diet and 7.5 times comparedto a poor diet.
Keywords: Weight gain, DMPA, age, duration of injection use, physical activity, history of diabetes, diet.
Prevalence of strabismus in different age groups in Macedonia
Authors: Ljubic Antonela , Neely Daniel , Todorovski Vele
Published: January 2025

Aim: To investigate the prevalence of strabismus by age groups in Caucasian Macedonian population.
Methods: A study population of 1900 patients (aged 0-86 years) from the capital city, Skopje, Macedonia, were analysed in a secondary health institution in the central urban area. Ophthalmological examination included: visual acuity, slit- lamp biomicroscopy, autorefraction, and ocular motility examination.
Results: In our retrospective cohort (1900), 60 patients did have strabismus (3.2%). The highest prevalence of strabismus was in primary school children (10-14 years- 20.2 %; 0-4 years- 16.2 %; 15-19 years- 11.8% and 5-9 years- 8.6%). Our adult population showed results similar to Caucasian Danish population with prevalence of strabismus of 0.7% (age group 50-54 years) and 0.8 % (age group 55-59). The most frequently identified subtype was esotropia (73.3%), followed by exotropia (23.4%) and cyclovertical strabismus (3.3 %).
Conclusion: The overall prevalence of strabismus on Macedonian cohort was 3.2%. Our results on primary school children are much higher than other studies on Caucasian and Asian population, but similar to prevalence in the population in Saudi Arabia. The most prevalent type of strabismus was esotropia (73.3%). Regarding gender distribution, both esotropia and exotropia were more frequent in males.
Immediate postoperative cardiac tamponade following robotic lung resection surgery: a case report
Authors: Jan Kathryn M. , Dao Anthony Q. , Joshi Ravi , Cheruku Sreekanth , Dellaria Suzanne , Karamchandani Kunal
Published: January 2025

Cardiac tamponade is a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate diagnosis and treatment to prevent mortality. Development of cardiac tamponade following non-cardiac surgery is rare, and diagnosis may often be overlooked due to low suspicion. Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is an important tool in the perioperative physician's armamentarium. We describe the development of cardiac tamponade following an initially uneventful robotic lung resection surgery and its prompt detection using POCUS. This case highlights the importance of utilizing bedside POCUS during medical emergencies in the immediate postoperative period. We also make an argument for perioperative care management by POCUS-trained physicians.
The effect of site exposure index on the required capacities of aquaculture structures
Authors: Dewhurst Tobias , Rickerich Samuel , MacNicoll Michael , Baker Nathaniel , Moscicki Zachary
Published: January 2025

This study investigates the relationship between an ocean site's Exposure Index and the required capacity of finfish, shellfish, and seaweed aquaculture structures. This study provides insights into the efficacy of combining the design significant wave height, peak periods, horizontal wave orbital velocity amplitudes, horizontal current speeds, and water depth into a single index representing exposure. The research builds upon exposure indices proposed previously, and uses Hydro-/Structural Dynamic Finite Element Analysis (HS-DFEA) to quantify the required structural capacities for cultivation structures as a function of exposure index based on representative sites in the German Bight of the North Sea. The selection of 36 sites in this region was based on extreme hydrodynamic and mean bathymetric conditions, utilizing a k-means clustering approach to identify a collection of sites within a broad range of environmental conditions. Through a detailed analysis of the dynamic simulations of each farm type under 50-year storm conditions, we calculated the required capacities of each system for each site. We then evaluated the performance of significant wave height, depth, distance to shore, and the proposed exposure indices as linear predictors of the normalized required capacities. No meaningful linear relationship existed between structural loads and water depth or distance to the nearest coastline. While there is still uncertainty about the utility of exposure indices as a linear predictor of structural loads, this research found that Exposure Velocity was the best linear predictor across structure types by a slim margin, followed closely by the Specific Exposure Energy, Exposure Velocity at a Reference Depth of 5 m, and the Structure-centered Drag-to-Buoyancy Ratio (R2 = 0.69, 0.61, 0.60, 0.60 respectively). This investigation indicates that these exposure indices can be used to communicate what physical ocean conditions mean for an aquaculture structure's required capacity.
Portrait of WWP1: the current state in human cancer
Authors: Lei Jiaming , Chen Jun , Yu Wenwen , Wu Qing , Jing Shuang , Tang Yuanguang , Lin Li , Hu Meichun
Published: January 2025

WWP1, a member of the C2-WW-HECT E3 ligase family, is an E3 ubiquitin-protein ligase containing WW domains. This enzyme plays a critical role in regulating diverse cellular processes. Its expression is modulated by various factors and non-coding RNAs, resulting in ubiquitination that affects substrate protein degradation. WWP1 demonstrates a dual function, acting predominantly as an oncogene in tumors but occasionally as a tumor suppressor. This review summarizes WWP1’s biological roles, therapeutic potential in oncology, upstream regulatory factors, and downstream substrates. It aims to promote research on WWP1’s antitumor effects, improve understanding of its role in tumorigenesis, and support the development of targeted therapies.
Phenogenetics of cortical granule dynamics during zebrafish oocyte-to-embryo transition
Authors: García-Castro Priscila , Giambó-Falian Isabella , Carvacho Ingrid , Fuentes Ricardo
Published: January 2025

Fertilization is a critical process in sexual reproduction that involves the fusion of a capacitated sperm with a mature oocyte to form a zygote. Polyspermy, the fertilization of an oocyte by multiple sperm, leads to polyploidy and embryo lethality. Mammalian and non-mammalian oocytes have evolved mechanisms to prevent polyspermy, including fast and slow blocks. The fast block comprises membrane depolarization post-sperm fusion, temporarily preventing additional sperm fusion. The slow block, triggered by cortical granule (CG) exocytosis, involves the release of proteins that modify the zona pellucida to form a permanent barrier, avoiding the fertilization by additional sperm. The evidence shows that immature oocytes often fail to prevent polyspermy due to ineffective CG exocytosis, attributed to impaired intracellular calcium increases, lower content of this ion, and incomplete CG migration. The study of how genetic variations lead to observable phenotypes (phenogenetics) during the oocyte-to-embryo transition, have identified several maternal-effect genes in zebrafish involved in CG behavior. These genes regulate various stages of CG biology, including biosynthesis, maturation, and exocytosis. Mutations in these genes disrupt these processes, highlighting the maternal genetic control over CG properties. Zebrafish has emerged as a pivotal model for understanding the evolving genetic regulation and molecular mechanisms underlying CG biology, providing valuable insights into fertility and early embryonic development.
Securing black lion tamarin populations: improving habitat-based inputs and risks for population viability analysis to inform management decisions
Authors: Forero-Sánchez Francy , Rezende Gabriela Cabral , Valladares-Pádua Cláudio , Vannucchi Fabio Stucchi , Jerusalinsky Leandro , Pacca Luciana , Traylor-Holzer Kathy
Published: January 2025

Wild populations across the globe face an escalating risk of decline and potential extinction due to a variety of threats. Key among these are habitat loss and degradation, which results in smaller, isolated populations that are vulnerable to stochastic effects. The Endangered black lion tamarin (Leontopithecus chrysopygus) survives in 17 fragments of the Atlantic Forest within the Paranapanema River basin, in southeast Brazil, with an estimated 2,255 individuals. Life history and threat data from the 2005 Population Viability Analysis (PVA) for this species were updated and augmented, including new estimates of environmental resistance factors present in, or projected for, their habitat. Notably, improved estimates of carrying capacity for this species were developed using a plant-based energetic model. Climate change and fire risk data were incorporated to project future carrying capacity, and habitat connectivity supported estimates of black lion tamarin dispersal across this fragmented landscape. The resulting population viability projections using Vortex simulation software identify core subpopulations with low extinction risk and high gene diversity, as well as smaller subpopulations with low long-term viability, highlighting the need for targeted conservation strategies across the fragmented metapopulation.
Sex-specific differences in the efficacy of renal denervation in patients with resistant hypertension depending on visceral obesity and kidney function
Authors: Zyubanova Irina , Ryumshina Nadezhda , Mordovin Victor , Manukyan Musheg , Lichikaki Valeriya , Solonskaya Ekaterina , Gusakova Anna , Suslova Tatjana , Pekarskiy Stanislav , Khunkhinova Simzhit , Popova Anastasia , Rudenko Veronika , Falkovskaya Alla
Published: January 2025

Objective

To investigate the sex differences in the efficacy of renal denervation (RDN) in patients with resistant hypertension (RHT) concerning the size of abdominal fat depots, changes in biomarkers of sympathetic activity, and renal function.

Materials and methods

24 men (56.5 ± 7.8 years) and 33 women (59.5 ± 8.4 years) with RHT were enrolled in the study and underwent RDN. 24-h ambulatory blood pressure (BP) [systolic/diastolic (SBP/DBP)], serum creatinine (with eGFR calculation), serum adipocytokines (leptin, adiponectin, resistin), serum metanephrines and normetanephrines were measured baseline and 12 months after RDN. The size of subcutaneous, visceral, and perirenal adipose tissue (SAT, VAT, and PRAT) was assessed using MRI.

Results

After RDN, BP decreased, leptin increased, and adiponectin, resistin, and metanephrine levels did not change in both sexes. There was a decrease in normetanephrine levels in women and a similar trend in men. In men, the eGFR did not change. In women, the eGFR remained unchanged only in those with chronic kidney disease (CKD) (n = 10) and decreased in the absence of CKD (n = 23) from 79.7 ± 14.1 to 72.1 ± 12.0 ml/min/1.73 m2 (p = 0.011). Men had larger visceral fat depots, and women had larger subcutaneous fat depots. After RDN, the size of adipose tissue in men remained unchanged, and in women, the PRAT thickness decreased from 2.36 ± 1.23 to 2.10 ± 1.17 cm (p = 0.002). Lowering BP in women was associated with increased leptin levels after RDN (r = −0.47 for SBP, r = −0.48 for DBP). Dependence of BP reduction on baseline eGFR was observed in men only [r = 0.44 for SBP, r = 0.48 for pulse pressure (PP)]. Additionally, in men, the decrease in SBP and PP depended on VAT areas (r = −0.44 and r = −0.58, respectively). In women, the SBP reduction showed an inverse correlation between baseline weight (r = −0.35) and waist circumference (r = −0.38).

Conclusions

The magnitude of the antihypertensive effect of RDN depends on signs of visceral obesity and, in men, also on the presence of CKD. Renoprotective effects of RDN in men are obtained regardless of the initial kidney function, while in women, it was observed only in individuals with CKD. Additional beneficial effects of RDN in women include a decrease in normetanephrine levels and a reduction in PRAT size.
Sedimentary architecture of the microbial mound–shoal complex: a case study of the Ediacaran Dengying Formation, Sichuan Basin, China
Authors: Xia Qinyu , Guo Zhenhua , Zhang Fei , Zhang Lin , Xu Rui , Wang Xue , Li Wenzheng , Shi Shuyuan , Yan Haijun , Liu Yuyang
Published: January 2025

The Ediacaran Dengying Formation in the Sichuan Basin exhibits well-developed microbial mound–shoal complex (MMSC) sedimentation. Its abundant outcrops, core samples, and thin section data provide advantageous conditions for sedimentary architecture studies. Based on these data, this study elucidates typical lithofacies, identifies sedimentary architectural elements, summarizes MMSC stacking styles, describes sedimentary evolution characteristics, and explores the controlling factors of different stacking styles and the reservoir development conditions of architectural elements. Research indicates that MMSC primarily develops five lithofacies, namely, thrombolitic dolomite, undulate stromatolitic dolomite, laminar stromatolitic dolomite, granular dolomite, and micritic dolomite. MMSC sedimentary architecture is categorized into composite MMSCs, single MMSCs, and lithofacies. Three stacking styles of MMSCs are observed, namely, superimposed MMSCs, which represent aggradational sedimentation; migratory MMSCs, which depict progradational sedimentation; and isolated MMSCs, which denote a single parasequence depositional cycle. The stacking styles of MMSCs are fundamentally controlled by the relationship between MMSC sedimentation rates and variations in accommodation space, with the latter predominantly influenced by fluctuations in sea level. Superimposed MMSC sedimentation rates are comparable to accommodation space change rates, while migratory MMSC sedimentation rates exceed accommodation space change rates, and isolated MMSC sedimentation rates are lower than accommodation space change rates. Various composite MMSCs are isolated from each other by sediments formed under low hydrodynamic conditions, constituting distinct connectivity units. Compared to isolated MMSCs, superimposed and migratory MMSCs exhibit superior reservoir conditions. Within individual MMSCs, different lithofacies lead to high-quality reservoirs in mound cores and flanks due to variations in physical properties, while mound bases, flats, and caps form non-reservoirs.
Development of subjective well-being in adolescents before and during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Eckert Helene , Paschke Patrick , Wirthwein Linda , Steinmayr Ricarda
Published: January 2025

Previous studies have already revealed detrimental effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on school students’ subjective well-being (SWB). However, there is a lack of studies examining the development of various facets of SWB such as life satisfaction, mood as well as domain satisfactions regarding peers, family, or school before and during the pandemic among adolescents longitudinally. Furthermore, the present study aims to shed further light on various moderators such as gender, age, migration background and socioeconomic status. Data from N = 207 students (Grade 5 to 9) from two German schools were assessed on four measurement time points, three before and one after the onset of the pandemic. Piecewise latent growth curve models with three time slopes were conducted to investigate the development of SWB and its moderators. They showed significant declines in general mood and domain-specific satisfaction with family, peers and school before the COVID-19 pandemic. However, during the COVID-19 pandemic, only satisfaction with family decreased significantly. Among the moderators, especially the socioeconomic status indicated interindividual differences in the variation of different SWB facets.
Influencing factors of acute kidney injury in elderly patients with diabetic nephropathy and establishment of nomogram model
Authors: Wu Ganlin , Ye Yanli , Xu Meirong , Zhang Yanxia , Lu Zuopeng , Huang Lv
Published: January 2025

Purpose

To explore the influencing factors of acute kidney injury in elderly patients with diabetic nephropathy and to construct a nomogram model.

Methods

The research subjects were 680 patients with type 2 diabetic nephropathy admitted to our hospital. The patients were included from May 2018 to August 2023. Patients with acute kidney injury were used as the merge group (n=50), and patients without unmerge group (n=630) was included. The prevalence and predisposing factors of acute kidney injury in diabetic nephropathy were analyzed, multivariate logistic regression were used to analyze the influencing factors of acute kidney injury in patients, and a nomogram risk prediction model was established based on risk factors for verification.

Results

Analysis of the factors of acute kidney injury in diabetic nephropathy found that severe infection was the main trigger, accounting for 40.00%, followed by nephrotoxic antibiotics and severe heart failure. The age, urine microalbumin-to-creatinine ratio (ACR), blood urea nitrogen (BUN), uric acid(UA), and cystatin C (CysC) levels of patients in the combined acute kidney injury group were significantly higher than those in the unmerge group (P<0.05), and the left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) and epidermal growth factor receptor (eGFR) levels were significantly lower than those in the unmerge group (P<0.05). Age, ACR, and CysC levels are independent risk factors for acute kidney injury in diabetic nephropathy, and LVEF and eGFR are independent protective factors (P<0.05). The C-index of the nomogram risk prediction model in predicting acute kidney injury in diabetic nephropathy is 0.768 (95% CI: 0.663-0.806), and the calibration curve tends to the ideal curve; the prediction threshold is >0.18, and the nomogram risk prediction model provides a clinical net benefits, and clinical net benefits were higher than independent predictors.

Conclusion

The establishment of a nomogram model for acute kidney injury in elderly patients with diabetic nephropathy based on age, ACR, CysC, LVEF, and eGFR has a good predictive effect, which can help doctors more accurately assess the patient’s condition and provide a basis for formulating personalized treatment plans.