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EARLY MARRIAGE CONSTRUCTION AND PERPETUITY FACTORS IN DISCOURSE OF POWER AND RELIGION
Authors: Niam M Khusnun
Published: August 2022

This article aims to describe and analyze the related construction of early marriages and the perpetuity factors in discourse of power and religion. Early marriage is one of the unhealthy phenomena and even causes high divorce, maternal mortality, and domestic violence rates. It becomes a warning from health experts. However, the lack of knowledge and the strong flow of normalization make early marriage one of the things recommended in a small number of regions, including Reban. In addition, this tradition is supported by an understanding of religion that contributes indirectly into paradigm through the paradigm. This research is a with a descriptive-analysis approach and Michel Foucault's power of knowledge. The data sources of this research were obtained from interviews and observations as primary sources, as well as books, journals, articles, and supporting data as secondary sources. The results of this research indicate that the construction of early marriages and perpetuity factors are mere normalization. There are a number of things that make this problem normalized including theological-normative contributions which are indirectly understood socially as well as the construction of power and knowledge about early marriage and its effects for people who experience it.
Analysis of Womenâ€™s Representation in Politics And Human Rights Based on Islamic Gender Equality Perspective
Authors: Maharani Fitria Rizky , Faizah Fita Nurotul
Published: August 2022

This article aims to explain the legal guarantees regarding women's involvement in politics. The involvement of women in politics is very important to voice womenâ€™s rights and concerns and to find some efforts that can realize gender equality, especially in the political field. By applying the normative approach method or library research, the writer will analyze the womenâ€™s representation in politics and human rights based on islamic gender equality perspective. This research finds that there is a law allowing womenâ€™s position in politics, but it has not been optimally applied. In addition, the writer also finds that there is discrimination experienced by women that has impacts on human rights injustice.
KEPEMIMPINAN PEREMPUAN: Peran Ratu Ageng terhadap Perjuangan Pangeran Diponegoro dalam Perang Jawa 1825-1830
Authors: Fuadi Moh Ashif
Published: August 2022

The research aims to expose the issue of female leadership that is still being debated in islamic circles. In this research, the queen Ageng provides insight and firmness that the women are not subordinate by male's superiority in lifetime. Besides, the researchers used library research method. In this method, the researchers have several steps. The first, the researchers search for literature sources from a source to another source. The second, the researchers making a conclusion drawing and creating a new ideas. Furthermore, the result of this research is that queen Ageng as a female figure from Java that had a key role in the success of the 1825-1830 Java wars that inspired by prince Diponegoro. Moreover, the queen Ageng also has the role in character developing of prince Diponegoro.Â
CHARACTERISTICS AND INTERVENTIONS TO IMPROVE SKILLS OF CHILDREN WITH HEARING IMPAIRMENT
Authors: Darmayanti Kusumasari Kartika Hima
Published: August 2022

This study aims to explain the characteristics, etiologies, identifications, impacts, interventions, and some factors that contribute to individuals and students with hearing impairment. By using qualitative approach from data obtained from books and journal articles, it is found that there are four characteristics of individuals with hearing impairment. Hearing impairment often occurs due to genetic and non-genetic factors, and appears when the babies are in the period of language development (prelingual deafness). For facilitating individuals with hearing impairment, there are two methods; they are methods of communication and education. Three studies were found to be associated with hearing impairment. This is a basic step of literature review that relates to hearing impairment, further studies can focus on the factors contributing to hearing impairment based on educational or social context.
LITERATURE STUDY: THE DEVELOPMENT OF INCLUSIVE EDUCATION IN SOUTH KOREA, THAILAND, AND INDONESIA
Authors: Kusuma Distiani Fitria
Published: August 2022

This study is conducted to collect sufficient information about the development of inclusive education in three Asian countries; South Korea, Thailand, and Indonesia. The research method applied in this study is a literature study. This study collects several previous studies to answer the development of inclusive education in Asia. The development of inclusive education that relates to the early history of inclusive education to its current practices. Every child has the right to obtain a proper education. This right is protected by law in every country. One of the programs carried out to achieve Education for All is special or inclusive education. This education program is a strategy used to protect the rights of disabled students to obtain a proper education without discrimination. Several studies have shown the obstacles and developments experienced by inclusive education. Every country has its own obstacles and progress. This study is expected to be an insight to know how the development of inclusive education in South Korea, Thailand, and Indonesia
INTERSECTIONALITY OF RACE AND GENDER IN â€œHARRY POTTER: THE DEATHLY HALLOWSâ€
Authors: Utami Mira
Published: August 2022

The term â€œintersectionalityâ€ appears back in the day of oppressing still incurred upon black women, the condition that has been spoken up for hundreds of year but never come to an end. KimberlÃ© Crenshaw as an advocate of American civil right for black women is voicing her thought regarding the intersection of race and gender from the clashes in treatment upon black women among the society. The theory of intersectionality questions the power of black women that is in bare minimum, likely none, in opposite to the power of white men as the highest in the society. Thus, the theory is used to analyze the intersections of human being in the term of race, gender, and sex as well.This research found the intersectionality of race and gender from the perspective of Crenshaw over the characters in the novel â€œHarry Potter and The Deathly Hallowsâ€ written by J.K. Rowling. The findings show the intersections of human and non-human creatures appeared in the novel along the terms of wizarding world of Harry Potter.
Language Features of Men and Women in Tekotok Animated Videos
Authors: Hidayati Niswatin Nurul
Published: August 2022

The purpose of this research was to describe the language features of men and women in the animated video in the Tekotok Youtube Channel. In addition, to describe how the videos describe men and women. The research method used was qualitative research. The data source used in this study was speech from the figures in several animated videos from Youtube Channel Tekotok taken randomly. The results showed that based on the language features raised by the Lakoff, the majority was not in accordance with the speech mentioned by woman character where there were no Color Words, Empty Adjectives, Hedge, Intensifiers, Question Tags, and Emphatic Stress. Even some of the language features are contrary to what was delivered by Lakoff’s theory. For example, the Hypercorrect Grammar feature in this context is Indonesian not found. Likewise with the Super Polite Form, for example, there are several swear words of feed delivered by the woman character.
Comparison of solving probabilistic optimal power flow methods in the presence of wind and solar sources
Authors:   Department of Electrical Engineering, Kermanshah Branch, Islamic Azad University, Kermanshah, Iran, Fattahi Hamid , Abdi Hamdi ,   Department of Electrical Engineering, Engineering Faculty, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran, Khosravi Farshad ,   Department of Electrical Engineering, Kermanshah Branch, Islamic Azad University, Kermanshah, Iran, Karimi Shahram ,   Department of Electrical Engineering, Engineering Faculty, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran
Published: August 2022

Power system control and operation studies have been experienced essential changes due to increasing the penetration of uncertain renewable energy resources. One of the most critical issues in this regard is the optimal power flow (OPF). As a result, the deterministic methods do not have the capability of different modeling uncertainties raised in new power systems, and there is a need to investigate the effective models in this regard. This paper focuses on probabilistic optimal power flow (POPF) methods applied to power systems with uncertain wind and Photovoltaic power generations. In this paper, the Monte Carlo simulation (MCS) and analytical methods such as the three-point estimation method (3PEM), unscented transformation (UT), and Interior-Point method (IPM) are applied to solve the probabilistic optimal power flow problem. MCS has been widely applied as a framework to assess the ability of analytical methods. The mentioned techniques are applied to a sample case study extracted from the IEEE 300-bus system. The main contribution of this work is the comparison of analytical methods concluding 3PEM, UT, and IPM, and with MCS as well. The obtained results on the studied networks by the suggested techniques show that in the 3PEM, due to the limited points, the optimal solution is achieved in less calculation time than the other methods. From another perspective, the voltage changes at the buses would be more stable in the IPM. Also, this method is much faster than the MCS method in terms of the convergence rate. To show the effectiveness of the mentioned methods, this paper presents probabilistic load flow method based on the statistical methods to deal with fluctuations because of large-scale renewable energy integration. The proposed methods are validated on the improved industrial 85–bus system of Kermanshah region (in the west of Iran) by adding solar and wind farms.
A regression-based rating prediction model for mobile-based puzzle games
Authors:   Department of Software Engineering, The University of Lahore, Lahore Pakistan, Gulzar Maryam , Malik Ali Afzal ,   Department of Computer Science, National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences, Lahore Pakistan, Ali Arshad ,   Department of Computer Science, National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences, Lahore Pakistan
Published: August 2022

Cell phones, nowadays, are used for not only making phone calls and sending messages but also for entertainment. Mobile-based games of various kinds are instrumental in acting as a source of entertainment. Player enjoyment is one of the major motivations in playing any kind of mobile game. The first model proposed for player enjoyment was Flow, which used eight different elements of enjoyment. GameFlow, a later model, was derived through mapping with the Flow model. Each element of GameFlow consists of a set of criteria for experiencing enjoyment while playing mobile games. Prediction of mobile games’ rating using aspects of player enjoyment can be extremely beneficial to mobile game designers. This work first provides a Regression-Based Rating Prediction Model (RBRPM) for Android-based puzzle games using elements of the GameFlow model. RBRPM is derived by applying Forward Stepwise Multiple Linear Regression on a data set consisting of 80 puzzle games. The data set is compiled by playing these games considering the criteria of all elements of the GameFlow model. RBRPM relies on five predictors, namely feedback, social interaction, concentration, clear goals, and player skills for predicting a games’ rating. Next, this work extends RBRPM by including not only additional criteria in the already identified elements but also adds three new elements i.e. fantasy, mystery, and thrill. The improved model (IRBRPM) uses 8 predictors. MMRE and PRED(x) are used as prediction accuracy metrics for assessing this model and K-fold cross-validation is used for model validation. These two steps provide encouraging results.
Performing content-based image retrieval using rotated local binary pattern and multiple descriptors
Authors:   Department of Information Technology, Government College University, Faisalabad Pakistan, Shumaila Mehak Nigar , Rehman Mariam ,   Department of Information Technology, Government College University, Faisalabad Pakistan, Anjum Maria ,   Computer Science Department, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore Pakistan, Kanwal Faria ,   Computer Science Department, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore Pakistan, Bashir Komal ,   Computer Science Department, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore Pakistan
Published: August 2022

Images have been viewed as a powerful medium for displaying visual information in numerous applications. Content-based retrieval and querying the indexed collections are required to access visual information. Content image retrieval is an efficient means of retrieving similar images from large repositories which require high speed and accuracy. The extraction of features is imperative for efficient results. Following research work aimed at colors and texture extraction for enhancing image metadata. The proposed technique was evaluated on WANG datasets using MATLAB. WANG consists of one thousand images of flowers, buildings and forest. Each category consists of one hundred images of size 187x126 or 126x187 in JPEG format. The features were extracted using RGB and HSV. Rotated Local Binary Patterns were used and distances between images was obtained using Euclidean algorithm. The results showed high accuracy and precision.
Comparative study of hatchback vehicles through modelling and computational tools
Authors:   Department of Automotive and Marine Engineering, NED University of Engineering and Technology, Karachi Pakistan, Akbar Faraz
Published: August 2022

The purpose of this research is to explore the world of Computer-Aided Modelling and then apply its tools to benefit the automotive sector. Three commercially available economical vehicles in Pakistan, namely (i) Daihatsu Mira X, (ii) Honda N-One and (iii) Suzuki Wagon R, have been virtually modelled in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software by using CATIA-V5R19. This research focuses on providing all the steps that are needed to transform an existing real vehicle body to a virtual vehicle body. Detailed comparisons of all the three hatchback vehicles have performed which determined the most crucial factors of the body that affect the performance of the vehicle. Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis is also performed using SolidWorks flow simulation tool. The base drag and lift coefficients of selected vehicles are computed and compared. Furthermore, the influence of different diffuser angles on the aerodynamics characteristics of vehicle is also investigated. The drag and lift coefficients are computed at different diffuser angles to find out the optimum angle of diffuser. With the increase in diffuser angle, it is found that the total lift coefficient decreases but there is not much effect on drag coefficient for all hatchback vehicles. In addition, this study revealed that Daihatsu Mira X is the most stable and fuel economic vehicle among all three considered vehicles because of its lower centre of gravity co-ordinates and smaller coefficient of drag values at all diffuser angles.
Integrated representation for discrete Fourier and wavelet transforms using vector notation
Authors:   Department of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering Sciences and Technology, Hamdard University, Karachi Pakistan, Javid Tariq , Faris Muhammad ,   Department of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering Sciences and Technology, Hamdard University, Karachi Pakistan, Akhtar Pervez ,   Department of Electrical Engineering, Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology, Karachi Pakistan
Published: August 2022

Many mathematical operations are implemented easily through transform domain operations. Multiple transform domain operations are used independently in large and complex applications. There is a need to develop integrated representations for multiple transform domain operations. This paper presents an integrated mathematical representation for the discrete Fourier transformation and the discrete wavelet transformation. The proposed combined representation utilizes the powerful vector notation. A mathematical operator, called the star operator, is formulated that merges coefficients from different transform domains. The star operator implements both convolution and correlation processes in a weighted fashion to compute the aggregated representation. The application of the proposed mathematical formulation is demonstrated successfully through merging transform domain representations of time-domain and image-domain representations. Heart sound signals and magnetic resonance images are used to describe transform-domain data merging applications. The significance of the proposed technique is demonstrated through merging time-domain and image-domain representations in a single- stage that may be implemented as the primary processing engine inside a typical digital image processing and analysis system.
Spectroscopic properties of lithium like ions: Prospective elements for quantum computation
Authors:   Department of Physics, University of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan, Raza Salman , Abro Mehfooz Ali ,   Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL), Islamabad Pakistan, Javaid Saba ,   Department of Physics, NED University of Engineering and Technology, Karachi, Zafar Roohi ,   Department of Physics, NED University of Engineering and Technology, Karachi
Published: August 2022

Rydberg physics is the most exquisite playground for the exploration of quantum technologies. Therefore, in this spectral investigation based on weakest bound electron potential model theory (WBEPMT). The quantum defects and Rydberg energies of low-lying and high-lying spectral Rydberg energy sequence in the following configurations: 1s2ns2Se1/2 and 1s2np2Po1/2 in Lithium-like ions (Z=4-6) Beryllium (Be II), Boron (B III) and Carbon (C IV) are computed with their radial expected values. Total 43 low-lying energies and quantum defects are computed and compared with 25 low lying radial expected values. The results are in good agreement with the previously published experimental / theoretical results. Based on the good agreement of low-lying data, total 257 new values of high-lying Rydberg energies and quantum defects are computed with 575 radial expected values currently not listed at NIST. The deviation in both sets of data doesn’t exceed 1 cm-1 .
Evaluation of the Relationship between Angiotensin 2 Converting Enzyme (ACE2) and the Occurrence of Acute Renal Impairment (AKI) In Patients with COVID-19
Authors: Ahmadi Ali
Published: August 2022

COVID-19 is a contagious disease caused by the SARSCOV-2 virus and was first reported in Wuhan, China in December 2019. ACE2 is a membrane-width protein that converts angiotensin 2 to angiotensin
The Potential Role of Regulatory T Lymphocytes (Tregs) In Cancer
Authors: Sobh Ashraf
Published: August 2022

Regulatory T cells (Tregs) are distinct type of T-cells which provide feedback control to any immune response. They are necessary to stop the immune response after the antigen has been successfully recognized. In the tumour micro-environment, the tumour often modulates the immune cells surrounding it in a way that it converts a large population of activated T-cells in to Tregs. For instance, tumours have been known to secrete IL-10 an inhibitory cytokine which is necessary for Treg formation. The tumour also modulates Dendritic cells (DC) and Macrophages so that they secrete inhibitory cytokines and promote tumorigenesis. Commonly, a Treg response to cancer cells, is to suppress the active immune response to the cancer. This review describes the recent studies of Treg cells in different human malignancies and discusses the restoration of antitumor immunity by depletion or reduced the functional strength of Treg cells hence, providing a promising tool to perfectly managing antitumor immune responses.
Recombinant Peptide Subunit Vaccine (Covid-19)
Authors: Ricci Uvinha Marcelo
Published: August 2022

Coronaviruses cause respiratory and intestinal infections in humans and animals; being that most coronavirus infections in humans are caused by species of low pathogenicity, leading to the development of symptoms of the common cold, however, can eventually lead to serious infections in at-risk groups, the elderly and children. Prior to 2019, two highly pathogenic and animal-derived coronavirus species (SARS and MERS) were responsible for outbreaks of severe acute respiratory syndromes. These viruses received this name due to the spikes on its surface, which resemble a crown. SARS-COV-2 is a new strain of coronavirus that has not been previously identified in humans. Outbreaks or epidemics of new viruses among humans are challenging, especially when little is known about the characteristics of the virus, how it occurs transmission, how to treat it and how serious infections caused by this virus can be.
Retarded Swarming Motility in Bacillus Subtilis NRS-762 and Pseudomonas Aeruginosa PRD-10
Authors: Ng Wenfa
Published: August 2022

Coping with nutritional stress is essential for cell survival, of which many strategies at the cellular level lend support for ensuring the survival of the population at a particular habitat. One postulated mechanism is swarming motility in bacterial cells, where, upon depletion of nutrients at a locale, cells would coordinate their movement, synthesize more flagella, and secrete lubricants for moving rapidly across surfaces in search for food. Known to engage in swarming motility, Bacillus subtilis and Pseudomonas aeruginosa are two common bacterial species with versatile metabolism that use the motility mode to colonize new habitats with more favourable environmental and nutritional conditions. However, experimental observations of bacteria growth on a variety of agar media revealed that B. subtilis NRS-762 (ATCC 8473) and P. aeruginosa PRD-10 (ATCC 15442) exhibited retarded swarming motility upon entry into stationary phase on solid media. Specifically, B. subtilis NRS-762 colonies exhibited round, wrinkled morphologies compared to complex filamented swarming patterns common in strains able to engage in swarming motility. On the other hand, P. aeruginosa PRD-10 colonies were round, mucoid, and expanded outwards from the colony centre without extending filaments from the centre; thereby, indicating retarded swarming motility. Thus, impaired cellular machinery for swarming motility or mutated and deleted genes likely account for observed retarded swarming motility in B. subtilis NRS-762 and P. aeruginosa PRD-10. More importantly, observations of small filaments extending radially from an expanded colony of P. aeruginosa PRD-10 grown on minimal salts medium supplemented with yeast extract highlighted possible loss of function of effector molecules that transmit cellular decision at swarming motility into movement, while sensory mechanisms feeding into the motility mechanism remained intact. More broadly, observations of impaired swarming motility in B. subtilis NRS-762 and P. aeruginosa PRD10 in two species otherwise endowed with the motility mode highlighted the presence of additional triggers for swarming motility are likely present, and the motility mode may have been evolutionary selected for other functions in addition to foraging for food in times of nutritional stress Graphical Abstract.
Tryptophan Metabolism and its Relation with CKD Patients
Authors: Digvijay Kumar
Published: August 2022

Signs and symptoms of chronic kidney disease (CKD) are usually not present during early stages of disease. If diagnosed early, the progression of CKD could be slowed down. Finding an early diagnostic or predictive marker is of great benefit for both nephrologists as well as patients. Recent development in metabolomics has shown a potential progress in finding a novel biomarker to predict disease progression. In recent years, tryptophan (TRP) metabolites have shown a possible role in CKD pathogenesis and progression of disease. There are accumulations of toxic TRP metabolites in CKD. This review presents possible role of TRP metabolites in CKD. However, for defining their role as a predictive biomarker more and large cohort studies are required.
Oxidative Stress, Cancer and Antioxidant: A symbiosis?
Authors: Abdullah Hasmah
Published: August 2022

The imbalance production of free radicals and reactive metabolites known as reactive oxygen species (ROS) and their elimination, will developed oxidative stress. ROS are playing dual roles as deleterious or beneficial species. At low level, they act as messengers in cell signaling and play a role in maintaining homeostasis whereas at higher concentration will cause cellular redox imbalance. This event is commonly occurred in cancer cells compared to normal cells. The oxidative DNA damage occurs as a result of elevated level of ROS causing single or double strand DNA breaks, replication errors, base modification, base oxidation, DNA cross-linking which leads to cell dysfunction and cell death. Taking antioxidant such as polyphenolic compounds is believed to exert anticancer effect due to ROS manifestations. Studies with flavonoids compounds exerted anticancer activity through modulation of ROS-scavenging enzyme activities, cell cycle arrest, induction of apoptosis, autophagy, and suppression of cancer cell proliferation and invasiveness. However, the mechanisms responsible for this anticancer effect have not been fully understood. Most of the laboratory and animal studies exhibited increased levels of exogenous antioxidants which prevent the types of free radical damage associated with cancer development. Few clinical studies in human were conducted with aim to observe possibilities of lowering risk of developing or dying from cancer upon taking dietary supplements. The dietary antioxidant supplements which were tested on human subjects were beta carotene, tocopherol, alpha tocopherol, vitamin C, selenium and zinc. These studies have yielded mixed results. In some preclinical studies, antioxidants have been found to promote tumor growth and metastasize. In tumor-bearing mice the supplements given had increased the ability to circulate tumor cells to metastasize. In conclusion, the mechanism of antioxidant action in cancer treatment is poorly understood. Many factors need to be considered before taking or giving antioxidant supplement since there were reports pertaining to benefits and disadvantages of antioxidant in cancer treatment.
A Battle Between Pathogens and Medicinal Chemistry: Tetracycline Generations and the Evolution of Resistance Mechanisms
Authors: Francis Kevin
Published: August 2022

Tetracyclines have been utilized extensively for more than 70 years which has led to the development of resistance by pathogenic bacteria. New generations of tetracyclines have been produced in response to this resistance. Since tetracyclines are broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat different bacterial infections, it is essential for clinical use. Synthetic strategies have been developed to modify the drug in response to resistance. Currently, three different third-generation tetracyclines are on the market and are sold as Tygacil, Nuxga and Xerara. These tetracyclines are much more effective than previous generations due to an increased affinity towards the target ribosome and an ability to evade bacterial efflux proteins. However, at least for the case of Tygacil, which has been tested in vitro, these tetracyclines might be susceptible to degradation by the enzyme tetracycline monooxygenase (TetX), which modifies the antibiotics to 11a-hydroxytetracycline. The TetX reaction product is unstable at physiological pH and decomposes before it can interact with the bacterial ribosome to inhibit protein synthesis. Understanding details about the catalytic mechanism of TetX could lead to the development of inhibitors of the enzyme to provide an additional strategy to combat antibiotic resistance. The current review will detail the chemical features of each generation of tetracyclines, the biochemical basis for tetracycline treatment and the mechanisms by which bacteria are able to resist the drugs. It will end with a discussion of TetX and an activity assay developed to study the enzyme.
Managing Superficial Mucocele: Case report
Authors: Yaacob Hashim bin
Published: August 2022

Superficial mucocele (SM) is a very rare lesion. We report a unique case of the lesion occurring only on one side of the soft palate in a 37 year old female who exhibited a high level of IgE due to allergy to house mites. Diagnosis of the lesion could be confidentally arrived at by clinical and histologic examinations, as it has been confused with bullous lichen planus, pemphigoid and viral diseases. The pathogenesis remains debatable, though claims of being associated with trauma, radiation, allergy, lichen planus, Graft-Versus-Host-Disease, and mycoplasma have been made. Past treatments varied from excission, y-linolenic acid, cryosurgery, cyclosporine and steroids. Many believed SM resolves spontaneously and no treatment is warranted. However, there are cases known to last for months and caused great stress and discomfort. Our patient remitted within four months of treatment with combinations of steroids, anti-histamines and reassurance of the true nature of the lesions. Till today, though cured, our patient is very apprehensive of recurrence.
Covid-19 and its Evolving Trends
Authors: Mazhar Saima
Published: August 2022

It is been two years to the Emergence of Deadly Plague Covid: 19 Pandemic, causing over 5.57 million death cases worldwide. However the World continues to suffer in the hands of COVID-19 as the new variant after alpha, beta, gamma, delta and now Omicron continues to spread. Omicron was first identified in Botswana and South Africa in November, since then it has surged around the world over the past few weeks, faster than any of the previously known variants of coronavirus. Omicron has turned out to be highly transmissible and less susceptible to vaccines than other variants.
The Influence of COVID-19 Perceptions and COVID-19 Worries on Individuals' Intentions to Postpone Dental Visits
Authors: Siripipatthanakul Supaprawat
Published: August 2022

This study examines the influence of COVID-19 perceptions and COVID-19 worries on individuals’ intentions to postpone dental visits among dental patients in Thailand. The self-administered online questionnaire was developed based on reliable and valid sources. The quantitative approach employed convenience sampling to collect data from respondents (n=308) in Thailand. PLS-SEM results show the significant influence of COVID-19 perceptions and COVID-19 worries on individuals’ intentions to postpone dental visits among Thai dental patients both in the private and public sectors. Dental healthcare providers and strategic planners should consider appropriate strategic management due to changing consumer behavior during the COVID-19 pandemic. The recommendation is to do further research expanding sampling in other countries. Also, qualitative research could give more insight to explain the psychological factors and consumer behavioral changes among dental patients. The results could apply in both public and private sectors to encourage the knowledge, perceptions, and attitude among patients in any country. The hard work of healthcare providers regarding COVID-19 pandemic severity could be decreased. The cost-saving and healthy population worldwide will incur soon
Clinical Approach to a Tooth with Irreversible Pulpitis: A Case Report
Authors: Gwengu Pumela
Published: August 2022

Introduction: A case report which describes the practical steps and clinical treatment approach for the endodontic treatment of a posterior tooth with irreversible pulpitis utilizing Protaper gold files. Digital imaging was utilized for each clinical stage. Objective: To outline clinical steps taken to manage irreversible pulpitis and, the endodontic treatment thereof. Results: The clinical approach was based on detailed treatment plan, precise and accurate diagnosis which ensured proper classification of disease of the pulp together with various diagnostic aids to determine pulpal status and appropriate root canal therapy. The oral health status and root anatomy were documented together with a detailed step-wise approach for management of irreversible pulpitis by use of basic K-files, digital imaging (DI) and rotary Protaper gold files. An acceptable endodontic result was achieved with patient satisfaction and functionality. Conclusion: The described case report revealed successful endodontic treatment in a premolar tooth which had irreversible pulpitis and it also provides the detailed approach to conservatively manage the tooth that had a good prognosis.
Endodontic Working Width - An Enigmatic Element
Authors: S Pavithra
Published: August 2022

Root canal systems can present with multiple diversities. We have heard of working length which has been dealt with and researched in endodontic literature and routine clinical practice.
Major Protein Complexes in Mitochondria-Associated Endoplasmic Reticulum Membranes
Authors: Zhang Dongjiao
Published: August 2022

Mitochondria-associated membranes (MAMs) are structural and functional connection sites between the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) and mitochondria dynamically connected by many molecules. The MAMs mainly rely on these molecules for their various functions, and protein complexes are the most important ones. Here, we focus on the intrinsic protein complexes involved in MAMs of mammalians. Additionally, we summarized some critical information that may be useful for future research.
Comparative Study for Fracture Resistance of Open Apex Teeth Filled with two Endodontic Filling Techniques
Authors: Alonso Aldo González
Published: August 2022

Objectives: To compare the fracture resistance of open apex endodontically treated teeth filled with two different filling techniques (fluid Gutta-percha and Biodentine®). Material and Methods: 30 human upper central incisors instrumented with a gates glidden n6 drill simulating an open apex were divided into four groups (positive control group, negative group, gutta-percha-filled group and Biodentine®-filled group) were subjected to compressive forces with the aid of a Shimadzu machine until the maximum fracture limit was reached. Results: Although there were descriptive differences between the untreated group (maximum strength) and the instrumented and unfilled tooth (lower strength), we found no significant statistical differences between the filling with Gutta-percha and Biodentine bioceramic cement. The statistical analysis of the data collected for this study was performed using SPSS 23 software with a confidence level of 95%. Chi-square tests and Student t-tests p<0.05 were used for the analysis of the results. Conclusion: Filling a tooth with an open apex always improves fracture resistance as opposed to not filling it, but there are no significant differences between using one specific material or another
Relación yema:albumen en huevos de tres genotipos de gallinas ponedoras destinadas a sistemas semiintensivos
Authors: Romera Bernardo Martin , Perrotta Cristian Hernán , Savoy Juan Pablo , Antruejo Alejandra Edith , Canet Zulma Edith , Dottavio Ana María , Di Masso Ricardo José
Published: August 2022

Se estudió el comportamiento dinámico de la relación yema:albumen en huevos del cruzamiento de tres vías Campero Casilda en comparación con Negra INTA y Rhode Island Red. Se trabajó con muestras aleatorias de 15 huevos de cada grupo genético, extraídas cada cuatro semanas entre las 26 y las 70 semanas de edad. Se calcularon las proporciones de yema y albumen y la relación entre ambas. Los datos de la proporción de yema y de la relación yema:albumen en función de la edad se ajustaron con la función de Brody mientras que para el análisis de los datos correspondientes a la proporción de albumen se utilizó un modelo exponencial decreciente. Los huevos Campero Casilda presentaron similar proporción de yema que Negra INTA en el inicio del ciclo y mayor al finalizar el mismo. Rhode Island Red presentó la menor proporción de yema, la mayor de albumen y la menor relación yema:albumen. La menor proporción de albumen y la mayor relación yema:albumen correspondió a Campero Casilda mientras que Negra INTA presentó valores intermedios de ambos. El mayor contenido de sólidos totales de los huevos de Campero Casilda constituye una ventaja comparativa en términos del valor nutricional, característica de particular trascendencia para la población con necesidades básicas insatisfechas que representa su principal destinataria.
Mathematical Method to Construct the Linear Programming of Football Training
Authors: Liu Gang
Published: August 2022

This article uses mathematical modeling methods to predict the trajectory of a free kick in football. The article calculates the parameters of the ball’s trajectory and quantifies the power of direct free kick shots. The article combines Kalman filter prediction and linear interpolation to supplement the position of the missed ball in the video. The experimental results show that the estimated result of this method is highly similar to the actual flight trajectory of football. This algorithm can be applied in practice.
Stiffness Calculation of Gear Hydraulic System Based on the Modeling of Nonlinear Dynamics Differential Equations in the Progressive Method
Authors: Cui Fuyi , Wang Yingxian
Published: August 2022

The paper calculates the nonlinear dynamic differential equation model based on the stiffness of the gear teeth and gives the calculation method of the spring stiffness of the transmission system. Choose the Lyapunov energy function and derive the adaptive law that can make the system asymptotically stable globally. At the same time, we discussed the influence of the phase combination of the coupling shaft’s torsional stiffness and the gears’ meshing stiffness in the multi-stage gear transmission system on the system dynamics. The example calculation shows that the asymptotic method has higher solution accuracy and higher calculation efficiency. This algorithm is a highly versatile analytical solution method.
Relationship Between Enterprise Talent Management and Performance Based on the Structural Equation Model Method
Authors: Liu E , Liu Qing , Udimal Thomas Bilaliib , Zhu Haiou , Yousif Mohammed
Published: August 2022

This article uses SPSS19.0 and AMOS21.0 statistical software to explore the relationship between corporate talent management and corporate performance. We use the structural equation model to quantitatively analyze the human resource management factors that affect logistics performance. Research shows that intellectual capital has a significant positive effect on enterprise innovation performance. The value proposition of employee training to customers and good customer service have an overall positive economic effect. Human capital plays a significant role in driving innovation performance only in the more mature stage of enterprise development.
3D Animation Simulation of Computer Fractal and Fractal Technology Combined with Diamond-Square Algorithm
Authors: Zheng Fangxia , Khder Moaiad Ahmad
Published: August 2022

This article studies the generation of 3D animation simulation based on gray value algorithm and fractal interpolation algorithm. The article uses fractal technology combined with the Diamond-Square algorithm to generate height data and then color it. This algorithm optimizes the 3D animation process. The results show that the algorithm is fast in generating speed and only needs to input a few simple animation parameters to generate different 3D animations.
Diagnosis and management of a giant cystic parathyroid adenoma: the largest reported to date
Authors: Tajani Barzin , Şentürk Enes , Og˘uz Enis , Karakoyun Feyruz , Celik Sebahattin
Published: August 2022

Background:

About 1-5% of all anterior cystic neck masses account for parathyroid cysts, which can be functional and nonfunctional. Functional cyst or cystic parathyroid adenoma is a very rare tumor which causes primary hyperparathyroidism and relatively hypercalcemia. Here, we present a giant cystic parathyroid adenoma which is the largest reported to date in the literature.

Case Presentation:

Our patient presented with a right-sided neck mass and manifesting symptoms, which developed recently, such as itching, fatigue, proximal muscle weakness, and polyuria. In this case, the high calcium level had not been taken into account when evaluating the patient; the possibility of parathyroid adenoma had not been suspected; and repeated aspirations had been performed. After parathyroidectomy, the patient developed postoperative hyperparathyroidism as a complication.

Conclusion:

Even though cystic parathyroid adenoma is a rare diagnosis, it should be considered in differential diagnosis, and parathyroid hormone of the aspirated fluid from the neck mass should be measured.
Influence of Green Infrastructure on Residents’ Endorsement of the New Ecological Paradigm in Lagos, Nigeria
Authors: Dipeolu Adedotun Ayodele , IBEM Eziyi Offia , ORIOLA Olusegun Ayotunde
Published: August 2022

Given the significance of green infrastructure in enhancing social, economic and ecological sustainability of the built environment, it is important to unearth how green infrastructure can influence pro-environmental behaviours among the urban population. This research assessed the influence of green infrastructure on residents’ endorsement of the New Ecological Paradigm (NEP) in Lagos Metropolis, Nigeria. A total of 1560 residents recruited through the multi-stage sampling technique participated in the survey, and the data gathered were subjected to descriptive and regression analyses.  The participants generally felt that the available green infrastructure in their neighbourhoods was of low quality and rapidly disappearing, but it positively influenced all the key variables of the NEP and its endorsement. The size of neighbourhood green spaces, availability of green spaces for relaxation and its proximity to the people were found to be the three attributes of green infrastructure with the most noticeable influence on residents’ endorsement of NEP. This study implies that the availability and accessibility of a reasonable quantity of green areas within urban neighbourhoods can enhance a better understanding of the role of green infrastructure and promote favourable environmental behaviours among the urban population within and outside Nigeria.
Changes of Peat Chemical Characteristics which is Converted from Oil Palm to Corn Plantation Areas In Kinali, West Pasaman Regency, West Sumatra
Authors: Harianti Mimien , Prasetyo Teguh Budi , Junaidi Junaidi , Naspendra Zuldadan , Batara Dewi Syaputri
Published: August 2022

The decline in production prices and land ownership shifts have caused people to choose to convert oil palm plantations into corn plantations. Changes in land cover from plantation crops to annual crops is potentially to reduce the chemical properties of peat. This study aims to identify changes in the chemical properties of peat on land for conversion of oil palm to corn plantations. This research was carried out from May to September 2021. Observations and peat sampling were carried out using the Transect method, perpendicular from the drainage channel based on a distance of 2m, 200m, and 400m from the main canal in maize conversion age < 2 years, (3) maize planting aged conversion 2 years. For each land use, 3 sample points were taken with 2 replications at a depth of 0-20 cm and 20-40 cm. The chemical properties of peatlands that have been converted from oil palm plantations to corn plantations include pH 4.18-4.98, water content 163.76-495.81%, ash content 15.5-72.12%, C-Organic 16.18-49.02%, N-Total 1.25-6.92%, P-Total 5.56-255.87 ppm, P-Available 0.63-157.43 ppm, K-dd 0, 38-1.98 me/100g, Na-dd 3.97-13.84 me/100g, Ca-dd 12.26-23.12 me/100g, Mg-dd 14.66-50.84 me/100g , CEC 63.30-498.16 me/100g, total acidity 570-600 cmol/kg-1. After land conversion, the quality of peatlands increased, especially at the age of conversion <2 years and decreased with increasing age of land conversion.
PENYULUHAN PENDAMPINGAN ORANG TUA DALAM PEMELIHARAAN KESEHATAN GIGI DAN MULUT ANAK DI KOMUNITAS SERPONG, BANTEN
Authors: Marpaung Carolina , Amtha Rahmi , Widyarman Armelia , Rahmadini Enrita , Livia Florencia
Published: August 2022

An online training activity was carried out regarding the assistance of parents in maintaining the dental and oral health of pre-school age children living in the Serpong area, South Tangerang, Banten. This training was designed considering the high caries rate of Indonesian children over the last 10 years. Given the importance of developing good health behavior from an early age, the intake of non-cariogenic foods and oral hygiene maintenance habits should also be carried out as early as possible. The role of parents is vital in teaching and supervising pre-school age children’s behavior. Therefore, this training was conducted to increase parental participation in supervising children's eating patterns and cleaning the oral cavity. This should be followed by correction of diet and better oral hygiene habits to reduce children’s caries rate. Early assessments show most parents still have a wrong understanding of caries prevention in children, especially in children who still receive breast milk. The final assessment demonstrates an improved understanding in the etiology of oral diseases and parental assistance in dental and oral health maintenance in children.
PENINGKATAN PENGETAHUAN ORANG TUA TENTANG PERAN VITAMIN D BAGI KESEHATAN ANAK DI MASA PANDEMI COVID-19
Authors: Kartini Kartini , Liman Patricia Budihartanti , Kurniasari  , Husnun Amalia
Published: August 2022

It's been two years since the world faced the Covid-19 pandemic caused by Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome-Corona Virus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) which is able to affect the human immune system. One strategy in overcoming this pandemic is to pay attention to the intake of nutrients that are suitable to support the activation of the immune system in fighting the virus. Since the pandemic, vitamin D has been widely consumed to boost the body's immunity. This compound is able to improve the function of physical barriers, modulate the immune response, both natural and adaptive, to fight infections, allergies, malignancies and autoimmune. Recently it has been widely revealed that vitamin D deficiency was associated with various diseases. The occurrence of vitamin D deficiency in children may be due to a lack of awareness about the importance of vitamin D for children's health and this condition is certainly related to parental knowledge. The purpose of this outreach was to increase parents' knowledge about the role of vitamin D for children's health, especially during the pandemic. This program carried out online at Primary school and Junior high school of Tarsisius 1, Central Jakarta. Parental knowledge about the role of vitamin D was assessed using a modified questionnaires from Hussein et al. 2018, before and after the outreach. Data collection using Google Form, data cleaning with Open Refine software and analysis with SPSS software version 23. The Mann-Whitney test obtained p<0,001 so it was concluded that knowledge of vitamin D between the two groups differed significantly