bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Community-Based Organisations and Crime Management in Nigeria: A Study of Rural and Urban Centres of Akwa Ibom State
Authors:   Department of Sociology & Anthropology University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria., Brown Aniekan Sampson , Asangausung Okoro Sunday ,   Department of Sociology & Anthropology University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria., James Nkereuwem Ndarake ,   Department of Sociology & Anthropology University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria., Bassey Akaninyene E. ,   Department of Sociology & Anthropology University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.
Published: March 2024

The complementary potency of Community-Based Organisations (CBOs) to government efforts informed the need for this study on “CBOs and crime management in Nigeria: a study of rural and urban centers of Akwa Ibom”. It aimed at appraising the role of CBOs in crime management, the effectiveness of such roles, and the possible factors that affect the CBOs in their bid to contribute to crime management with emphasis on a comparative analysis of such realities in urban and rural centers. The study was guided by the assumptions of the Goal Theory made popular by McClelland, Humble, Locke, and Cole. Utilizing the survey research method, a multi-stage sampling technique was employed to select two hundred and forty (240) respondents who were of value and the chi-square test was the instrument for statistical analysis. Emerging data showed that CBOs had not played significant roles in the management of crime, there was a similitude in roles played by the CBOs irrespective of the center, and there were urban-rural based differences in the kind of problems the CBOs experienced. In the main, the study acknowledged that CBOs are capable of contributing positively to crime management; but they should be intentional and more focused on managing crime in their areas of operation.
Challenges and Opportunities in Adopting Capital Budgeting Practices
Authors: Wahyudi Ika Sari
Published: March 2024

This study aims to examine the obstacles and potential advantages that small and medium firms encounter when using capital budgeting techniques. The present study employs a design that involves doing a comprehensive literature analysis to analyze various papers and prior research. The present study reveals a number of problems encountered by small and medium firms in the process of adopting capital budgeting techniques. One of the most significant obstacles that has a profound impact is the deficiency in understanding capital budgeting. The implementation of capital budgeting procedures is infrequently observed among small and medium firms, resulting in limited impact. Despite the potential benefits it offers to the development of small and medium firms, capital budgeting facilitates crucial decision-making processes pertaining to investments, long-term planning, and investment assessment for business owners. The practical implication of this study suggests that owners of small and medium firms should consider enhancing their financial knowledge or seeking professional experience in the areas of finance and management.
The Impact of Profitability, Liquidity, and Dividend Policy on Stock Prices of Mining Companies Listed on The Indonesia Stock Exchange in The Period of 2017 to 2021
Authors: Regina Anastasia
Published: March 2024

This research aims to determine the effect of profitability, liquidity, and dividend policy on the share prices of mining companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the period 2017 to 2021. The research method is quantitative, using a literature study of information in financial reports with a total sample of 14 companies processed using SPSS version 27. The results of this research show that profitability, liquidity, and dividend policy simultaneously (F test) have an influence on stock prices. Meanwhile, partially (T-test), profitability and liquidity influence stock prices, and dividend policy has no effect on stock prices.
Edukasi Mengurai Sampah Rumah Tangga menjadi Emas dan Kerajinan Tangan Pada Masyarakat Kabupaten Tangerang
Authors: Sukriyah  , Winanti Winanti , Basuki Sucipto , Supiana Nana , Riyanto Riyanto , Riyanto Riyanto , Wiyono Nuri , Jainuri Jainuri , Maesaroh Siti , Sestri Goestjahjanti Francisca , Lestari Sri , Fayzhall Miyv , Ervana Ervana , Purwaningrum Dwi , Gozali Edy , Oktabrianto Oktabrianto , Silitonga Nelson , Fernando Erick
Published: March 2024

Kabupaten Tangerang menjadi salah satu kota/kabupaten terpadat nomor empat di Indonesia dan penyokong sampah rumah tangga rata-rata 2.250 – 2.500 ton setiap harinya. Sampah rumah tangga menjadi persoalan yang sampai hari ini belum terselesaikan. Meskipun tersedia beberapa tempat pembuangan sampah (TPS) di Kabupaten Tangerang, namun belum sepenuhnya menjadi solusi dalam pengelolaan sampah di Kabupaten Tangerang. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat (PKM) dilakukan secara daring melalui zoom meeting dengan harapan jangkauan peserta lebih banyak dan pemahaman masyarakat mengenai pengelolaan sampah rumah tangga menjadi lebih maksimal. Mengubah dan mengurai sampah rumah tangga menjadi emas dan barang kerajinan untuk menambah income rumah tangga menjadi topik kegiatan PKM. Tujuan kegiatan PKM adalah memberikan edukasi dan pemahaman mengenai mengurai sampah rumah tangga dengan memilah-milah sesuai dengan jenisnya dan memanfaatkan sampah yang dapat didaur ulang menjadi emas. Menukar sampah rumah tangga dengan tabungan emas dan beberapa sampah dimanfaatkan untuk kerajinan tangan dalam bentuk bingkai, souvenir dan lainnya yang memiliki nilai ekonomi. Kegiatan ini diharapkan dapat membantu masyarakat Kabupaten Tangerang untuk memanfaatkan sampah rumah tangga bernilai ekonomi.
Enhancing Speaking skill With Correct Pronunciation Using Video of Midwifery Students at Muhammadiyah Manado University
Authors: Mutiara Dyina Sari Laya
Published: March 2024

The goal of this research was to investigate whether conversational videos could improve the speaking skills of midwifery students at Muhammadiyah Manado University. Specifically, the study looked at how videos could help students develop correct rhythm, stress, intonation, and emotion in their pronunciation. The study involved 32 midwifery students at the university and used an experimental technique with pre-tests and post-tests to collect data. To gather data, the researcher used observation and assessed the students' speaking skills before and after watching the videos. The results showed that the conversational videos were effective in improving the students' pronunciation skills. To get the most benefit from the videos, the students first practiced the conversations featured in the videos. Next, they listened to the conversations, repeated them, and then practiced speaking in front of the class. The findings showed that the final good value increased significantly from the pre-test stage to the post-test stage. In the pre-test, the students' good value was 22%, but this increased to 47% in the post-test. Moreover, the lack of value decreased by 19% in the post-test compared to the pre-test.
USO DA TOXINA BOTULÍNICA NA DISFUNÇÃO TEMPOROMANDIBULAR
Authors: Bueno Viêira Verônica , Nathalia Rocha Machado Carneiro
Published: March 2024

Nos últimos anos, tem ocorrido um avanço significativo no desenvolvimento de materiais odontológicos, impulsionado pelos resultados satisfatórios que proporcionam melhor qualidade de vida aos pacientes. A toxina botulínica, tem se destacado como uma opção eficaz, tanto para o tratamento de patologias, quanto para a estética facial. É importante ressaltar que existem diferentes tipos, sendo o tipo A o mais amplamente utilizado no rosto. Essa evolução na utilização da toxina botulínica tipo A na odontologia reflete o constante aprimoramento das práticas clínicas e a busca por tratamentos mais eficientes. Compreender e explorar adequadamente o potencial dessa substância proporciona uma abordagem abrangente e satisfatória para o manejo da disfunção.No que diz respeito à disfunção temporomandibular (DTM), o tipo A tem demonstrado ser uma alternativa eficaz para pacientes que sofrem de dores miofasciais, dificuldade de abertura bucal e bruxismo. Atuando diretamente na correção das sequelas e na redução das dores associadas à DTM. Além disso, a aplicação da toxina botulínica na região facial tem trazido resultados significativos, melhorando a estética e a autoestima dos pacientes. Este artigo tem como objetivo enfatizar o uso da toxina botulínica tipo A, no tratamento da disfunção temporomandibular, abordando suas vantagens e desvantagens, técnicas de aplicação, indicações e revisões de estudos relevantes. Ao conhecer os benefícios e as limitações dessa abordagem, os profissionais da odontologia estarão aptos a ofereceremopções terapêuticas mais completas e eficazes aos seus pacientes, considerando as particularidades de cada caso.
Exploring residents’ perceptions of the socioeconomic impact of sport tourism
Authors: Raso Giovanni , Cherubini Domenico
Published: March 2024

The main objective of this study is to investigate and assess critical factors related to the socioeconomic impact of sports tourism on territorial growth. The study highlights the significance of residents' perceptions regarding the economic and social consequences of hosting sporting events in gaining public support for such endeavours. This research relies on primary data collected from diverse regions throughout Italy via a specialized Google Module, with a particular focus on the intersection of sports and tourism. Notably, 84% of the sampled population expresses support for the idea that hosting sporting events can yield potential economic benefits for the hosting region. While these initial findings are preliminary, they strongly indicate that the population is inclined towards organizing sporting events in their own regions. This inclination creates opportunities to consider long-term investments in hosting sporting events, which can stimulate tourist influx and subsequent economic growth in the involved territories.
Empowering ESL Students: Leveraging Social Media Blogs for Effective Opinion Writing Skills Development
Authors: Rafique Samia , Nisar Nadia , Shahid Choudhry
Published: March 2024

This study aims to investigate the impact of integrating social media blogs into ESL education, with a specific focus on enhancing opinion writing skills and overall language proficiency. The research was conducted among two teachers and six students enrolled in the BS English programme at the Institute of Southern Punjab, Multan. A qualitative method was employed, utilizing in-depth interviews with the teachers and students, cross case analysis, and classroom observations to gather rich insights into the phenomenon. The study revealed positive perceptions from both teachers and students regarding the effectiveness of integrating social media blogs. Teachers reported a significant positive impact on opinion writing skills, and students emphasized improvements not only in opinion writing but also in overall language skills. Cross case analysis supported these perceptions, showcasing consistent patterns of success across diverse contexts. Classroom observations further validated these findings, highlighting active student participation and dynamic teacher student engagements during opinion writing sessions using social media blogs. Regarding language exposure, social media blogs were identified as a valuable tool for providing authentic language experiences. The interactive nature of these platforms immersed learners in genuine communicative situations, exposing them to diverse writing styles and cultural nuances. Innovative teaching strategies derived from the interactive nature of social media blogs included online debates, multimedia integration, and collaborative writing environments. The study holds implications for ESL educators, curriculum developers, and policymakers. Integrating social media blogs into ESL curricula is suggested as a strategic move to enhance opinion writing skills and overall language proficiency. The identified innovative teaching strategies offer practical insights for educators seeking to leverage the interactive features of social media blogs. This study contributes valuable insights into the dynamic intersection of social media, opinion writing skills, and language proficiency within the context of ESL education, offering a foundation for further research and informed pedagogical practices.
Modeling Adaptive Performance of the Academics in Selected Public Universities in Eastern Philippines during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Pauline S. Caintic  , Melanie B. De Ocampo  , Gwendolin H. Omalay
Published: March 2024

This study provides a framework for understanding the adaptive performance of academics in public universities during the COVID-19 pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted operations in the educational sector as the majority of schools, colleges, and universities have been impacted by this health crisis. Despite the significance of understanding adaptive performance, academic studies in the context of public universities, particularly in emerging Asian countries during uncertain conditions such as the pandemic, are very sparse. This study examines the effect of socio-demographic characteristics, big-five personality traits (i.e., openness to experience, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism), transformational leadership, and perceived organizational support (POS) on the adaptive performance among academics of public universities in Leyte, Eastern Philippines in time of the COVID-19 pandemic. A predictive research design governs this study using a quantitative research strategy. The data were gathered using a self-administered online survey questionnaire. Using hierarchical multiple regression analysis, the results of the study revealed that three socio-demographic characteristics (educational level, academic position, and years of teaching experience) exhibited significant relationships with adaptive performance. Conversely, openness to experience is the only personality trait that demonstrated a significant association with adaptive performance, while the effects of extraversion, conscientiousness, agreeableness, and neuroticism are not supported. Moreover, neither transformational leadership nor POS had any evident influence on adaptiveperformance.
Tonsillolithen auf dem Orthopantomogramm
Authors: Crameri Manuel , Bassetti Renzo , Werder Peter , Kuttenberger Johannes
Published: March 2024

Tonsillensteine (Tonsillolithen) sind Kalzifikationen in den Tonsillarkrypten. Betroffen sind vor allem die Gaumenmandeln. Die Prävalenz liegt bei 16–46,1%. Tonsillolithen können die Ursache für chronische Halitosis, Reizhusten, Schluckstörun- gen, Otalgie, Fremdkörpergefühl oder fauligen Geschmack im Mund sein. Oft sind sie asymptomatisch. Tonsillolithen werden häufig bei der Beurteilung eines Orthopantomogramms (OPT) als Zufallsbefund entdeckt, jedoch nicht immer als solche erkannt. Ziel dieses Fallberichtes ist es, zwei Patientenfälle mit asymptomatischen Tonsillolithen vorzustellen, die auf dem OPT im Bereich des Ramus mandibulae imponierten und sich mittels Computertomographie (CT) und Magnetresonanztomographie (MRI) bestätigten.
Importance of halitosis. A survey of adolescents and young adults
Authors: Bigler Thomas , Filippi Andreas
Published: March 2024

Over the last few years, halitosis has become an increasingly important issue for dentists and their patients. For this study, a questionnaire was distributed in four different vocational/vocational-technical schools in Zurich to find out more about the personal oral hygiene and general knowledge of halitosis of 888 young women and 921 young men between the ages of 15 and 25. The factors of gender, education, professional customer contact, age and size of the residential community were taken into account. Findings were presented on the basis of a visual analogue scale. The survey results showed women to have a more intensive oral hygiene regimen and more frequent check-ups than their male counterparts (p < 0.001). Bad breath was also seen to be a more important issue to women who took more measures against it (p < 0.001). Education and customer contact both had an influence on the perceived importance of halitosis, as well as on the knowledge of possible measures against it (p < 0.001). However, the age of those surveyed and the size of their respective communities did not seem to have an impact (p > 0.05). The analysis showed that halitosis is an important issue for young people, and that a large part of the young population sees tongue cleaning as a part of oral hygiene and intraoral change as a cause of halitosis.
Frakturierte Wurzelkanalinstrumente - Eine Übersicht zu Inzidenz, Lokalisation, Behandlungsmöglichkeiten und Prognose
Authors: Suter Beat
Published: March 2024

Bei der Fraktur eines Wurzelkanalinstrumentes handelt es sich um eine gefürchtete, aber nicht sehr häufig auftretende Behandlungskomplikation. Die meisten Frakturen erfolgen in den stark gekrümmten Wurzelkanälen von Molaren. Die verschiedenen Behandlungs- (Belassen mit oder ohne Wurzelspitzenresektion, Umfahren oder Entfernen) und Entfernungsmöglichkeiten (Ultraschallaktivierung, Hohlnadel- und Bypass-technik) werden besprochen. Die klinische Prognose für Zähne mit frakturierten Instrumenten ist bei entsprechender Weiterbehandlung nicht unbedingt ungünstiger. Sie ist jedoch vom Infektionsgrad und vom Zeitpunkt der Instrumentenfraktur abhängig.
Parodontale Komplikationen nach intraossärer Anästhesie
Authors: Laux Michael , Schmidlin Patrick R.
Published: March 2024

Bei einer intraossären Anästhesie (IOA) wird die Knochenspongiosa direkt mit dem Anästhetikum durch die Kortikalis infiltriert. Pluspunkte der IOA werden im sofortigen Wirkungseintritt ohne Mitanästhesie der umgebenden Weichteile und in der geringen Dosierung gesehen. Die durch die Indus- trie gestützte Aussage, dass keinerlei Nekrosen der parodontalen Strukturen zu befürchten sind oder kein Frakturrisiko der Injektionsnadel be- steht, wird durch klinische Erfahrungsberichte aus der Praxis widerlegt. In den aktuellen Studien werden diese Risiken kaum erwähnt; im Gegenteil – die IOA wird weiterhin vielmehr als besonders komplikationsarm dargestellt. Basierend auf präsentierten Erfahrungen und der Literatur sollte trotzdem vermehrt darauf geachtet werden, ob sich im zeitlichen Verlauf nekrotische Knochenveränderungen darstellen lassen, die gegebenen- falls mit der Anästhesietechnik in einem kausalen Zusammenhang stehen. Wünschenswert wäre, künftig klinische Studien mit dem Ziel der Erfassung möglicher Langzeitschäden durch die IOA systematisch durchzuführen. In der vorliegenden Arbeit wird diese Anästhesiealternative hinsichtlich ihrer klinischen Anwendungsbereiche und parodontalen Risiken bewertet und mögliche Bei- spiele von Komplikationsverläufen werden radio- logisch präsentiert und diskutiert.
Neue Regeln für Monitore zur Befundung dentaler und maxillofazialer Röntgenbilder
Authors: Dagassan Dorothea , Lübbers Heinz-Theo
Published: March 2024

Monitore zur Befundung von Röntgenbildern – eine neue Wegleitung des BAG bringt Änderungen. Sie gilt für Neuinstallationen per sofort. Dieser Artikel stellt praxistauglich dar, worauf Zahnärzte jetzt achten müssen.
The use of protection measures in dento-maxillofacial radiology in Europe: a survey among experts
Authors: Rusch Fabienne M. , Bornstein Michael M. , Dagassan-Berndt Dorothea
Published: March 2024

Patient contact shielding to reduce radiation exposure to radiosensitive organs of patients is known to be used inconsistently in the field of dento-maxillofacial radiology (DMFR). There is an ongoing discussion if its use is still justified with regard to recent technical enhancements in the field. Thus, the aim of this study was to investigate the recommended and applied safety standards regarding dose protection measures in dental radiology within European countries. With an online questionnaire the use of safety measures, especially lead protection and collimation, in different patient groups (adults, children, pregnant women) was interrogated including leading experts in the field of DMFR. Among the 24 participants from 13 different countries, there was a tendency towards lead protection for intraoral radiography and towards collimation for extraoral radiography. Participants based their decision mainly on law and societal guidelines. Overall, the application of radiation protection measures varies within Europe. It seems safe to say that lead protection as a measure of radiation dose limitation is still recommendable even though collimation and technical advancements have led to great dose reductions. Collimation should be used more broadly and a standardization of protection measures and an update of radiation protection guidelines in Europe is desirable.
Accepted for publication: September 12, 2022
Published online: September 13, 2022
Self-reported injuries to oral tissues through resistance training in bodybuilders
Authors: Mählmann Nira Maria Wangoi , Filippi Andreas
Published: March 2024

Lifting heavy weights almost automatically elicits teeth clenching, which, if performed regularly, may lead to chronic trauma. This study assessed self-reported injuries to oral tissues in athletes and bodybuilders caused by resistance training and determined the association between self-reported trauma, performance level and the duration of practicing resistance training. A standardized questionnaire was used to gather information about the respondents (age and gender), their performance level (hobby versus competition athlete), experience with oral tissue trauma, the use of mouthguards, and dietary habits. From a total of 363 females and 239 males, 221 (36.7%) classified themselves as competition athletes and 381 (63.3%) as hobby athletes. Nearly 34.6% (n = 202) of the participants declared distress in their orofacial region during practice. Female hobby athletes reported 2.5 times more mouth-teeth-jaw problems than female competition athletes (p < 0.001). Females showed themselves slightly more susceptible to mouth-teeth-jaw problems with resistance training than males (odds ratio [OR] = 1.45, p = 0.076). Negative oral effects were found to be 2.1 (p = 0.003) times higher for those who had been practicing for 10 years or more. It was concluded that a higher number of years of resistance training increased self-reported oral tissue trauma in the current cohort. Females were more likely to report orofacial problems than males.
Accepted for publication: October 10, 2022
Published online: October 14, 2022
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Meeting Quality Metrics in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Surgery: A Single-Center Experience
Authors: Schönegg Daphne , Suter Michèle , Kundert Danielle , Gander Thomas , Lanzer Martin
Published: March 2024

Patient-centered quality metrics have been proposed to evaluate and optimize hospital processes, aiming to improve patient outcomes. Furthermore, they can be used to objectively rate and compare the ability of health care providers to meet the needs of their patients. In patients with advanced resectable oral squamous cell carcinoma, optimal surgical treatment of the neck and timely initiation of both surgical and adjuvant therapy, when indicated, are crucial for recurrence-free and overall survival.
This retrospective analysis included 160 patients who received primary resection of oral squamous cell carcinoma and concurrent neck dissection.It aimed to investigate how well quality metrics were met during a 6-year period in the department of oral and maxillofacial surgery at a university hospital. 93.1% of patients were seen in the specialist's office within 21 days after referral. Resection was classified as R0 in 94.4%. A lymph node yield >= 18 was achieved in 82.5%. The lymph node ratio was <= 6% in 43.3% of nodal-positive necks. Readmission and unplanned revision surgery were rare (6.9%). Adjuvant radiotherapy was started <= 6 weeks after surgery in 45.3%, and the indication was in accordance with international guidelines in all cases.   Quality metrics are an effective tool for planning process optimization in a hospital. Moreover, nodal quality metrics such as lymph node yield and lymph node ratio could, after validation, complement existing and well-established prognostic parameters for patient-specific adaptation of adjuvant treatment plans.
Accepted for publication: November 29, 2022
Published online: December 15, 2022
The erosive effect of various drinks, foods, stimulants, medications and mouthwashes on human tooth enamel
Authors: Lussi Adrian , Megert Brigitte , Shellis R. Peter
Published: March 2024

Two forms of non-carious dental disorder - erosive tooth hard tissue loss and dental erosion - have been increasingly observed in recent years. Dental erosion is the chemical loss of dental hard substances caused by exposure to acids not derived from oral bacteria. Mechanical forces from, for example, the tongue, the cheeks or toothbrushing, increase loss of partly-demineralized tooth surfaces and the cumulative loss of dental hard tissue is defined as erosive tooth wear (ETW). Dental hard tissue losses which occur because of very frequent acid exposure, such as through increased vomiting, but without mechanical stress, are also assigned to tooth erosion. Without prior softening, practically no loss of enamel takes place due to abrasion with the modern Western diet. The present work is a continuation of earlier work. A total of 226 beverages, food, stimulants as well as medicines and mouthwashes were tested for their erosive potential on premolars and deciduous molars covered with a human pellicle. The influence of temperature, phosphate and calcium was also investigated in additional experiments. The change in hardness before and after immersion in the respective test substance was measured and the erosive potential was classified. For each test product, we determined pH and other properties which were possibly related to erosive potential. There were considerable and sometimes surprising differences between the tested products. The addition of phosphate did not influence the erosive potential of the liquids, but calcium did. A modified erosion scheme is presented, which incorporates these and other new findings.
Accepted for publication: February 6, 2023
Published online: February 21, 2023
Operative Entfernung einer atypisch grossen ausgedehnten radikulären Zyste im Unterkiefer, ein Fallbericht
Authors: Jurt Alice , Stanowska Olga , Braun Dorian , Schulze Ralf
Published: March 2024

Die radikuläre Zyste ist die häufigste odontogene Zyste, deren Ursprung entzündlich ist. Sie kann ungewöhnlich gross werden, wobei die Grösse der Osteolyse nichts zur Diagnose der Läsion aussagt. Der vorliegende Fall zeigt eine ungewöhnlich grosse nach bukkal aufgeworfene multilokuläre radikuläre Zyste, ausgehend vom Zahn 46. Das klinische und radiologische Bild sowie die intra­ operative Situation deuten auf eine aggressive Zyste oder einen benignen Tumor hin. Die Läsion wurde chirurgisch in toto entfernt, zudem wur­ den die Zähne 46, 47 und 48 wegen der schlech­ten Compliance des Patienten extrahiert. Die His­ topathologie ergab die Diagnose einer radikulären Zyste. Es gab wider Erwarten trotz dem grossen knöchernen Defekt keine postoperativen Kompli­ kationen. Nach acht Monaten war die Läsion wie­ der fast vollständig reossifiziert.
Development, Risk and Legal Aspect of Fintech, Insurtech and Proptech in Indonesia
Authors: Yunita Irni
Published: March 2024

In recent years, the development of financial technology sectors in Indonesia has garnered significant attention and influences how individuals access financial services. Therefore, there is a need for an understanding of the development, risks, and legal framework of the fintech industry. This study aims to describe developments, risks, and legal aspects of financial, Insurance and Property Technology. This study uses a descriptive analysis method and library research by collecting secondary data from articles, news and official websites to delineate the trends, risks and legal aspects of Financial, Insurance and Property Technology. The results of the study show that these three sectors have experienced significant developments in recent years. However, there are also risks such as data security risk, credit risk and legal compliance risk. Therefore, companies in the fintech, insurtech and proptech sectors need to strengthen their security and risk management systems. In the legal aspect, shows that regulations and policies in Indonesia are still quite limited and have not fully supported the development of these sectors. However, the Indonesian government has started to pay attention to this needs to develop a more comprehensive regulatory framework for these sectors. Therefore, companies need to pay attention to ensure their law’s compliance.
INDONESIAN CULTURAL IDENTITY IN SOCIAL MEDIA NETWORKS: A CRITICAL DISCOURSE ANALYSIS ON INSTAGRAM OF GEN Z USERS
Authors: P Prisma Hanindita Inggit , Supriadi Idris , N Efraim Hamonangan , Sari Yunita
Published: March 2024

Among the mediums that can be used to express cultural identity is social media. The purpose of this study is to examine how Indonesian culture is presented and how to preserve it, and how to express Indonesian cultural identity on the Instagram social media platform. This research was conducted using a qualitative research method in the form of a critical discourse analysis method. Initial research data through interviews with generation Z Instagram users and secondary data in the form of literature and observations. The results showed that Instagram social media can be a means to express Indonesian cultural identity. However, there are still many Instagram users who are not wise in using social media. This can be seen from the many negative comments made by Instagram users. This is contrary to Indonesian culture which is famous for its politeness. Therefore, it requires mutual awareness to utilize social media wisely. Cultural content that is interesting and relevant to everyday life can be a concrete step in expressing Indonesian cultural identity in the digital era.
AN INVESTIGATION OF THE EFFECTS OF WIND VELOCITY ON THE PERFORMANCE OF TURBINES AND GENERATORS
Authors: Lestari Kiki Rezki , Alviana Izkia Dwi , Gunadi Sunartoto , Wati Erna Kusuma , Santoso Hari Hadi
Published: March 2024

Variations in wind speed at 4,6 and 8 m altitudes were analyzed using a 24-hour dataset. The greatest recorded wind velocity was 3.3 m/s at a height of 8 meters, and the lowest was around 2.4 m/s at a height of 4 meters. The investigation also identified discrepancies in velocity between the generator and turbine while they were operating with and without a load. The turbine's speed increased when there was no weight present. The peak wind velocity reached 3.9 meters per second, accompanied by a similar variation of 5.4 rotations per minute. The average discrepancy in rotational velocity between the turbine and generator during periods of low wind was 3.74 RPM. This discovery establishes a fundamental basis for comprehending the movement of wind and enabling future in-depth explorations in the field of atmospheric sciences. The generator's performance is assessed by the measurement of current and voltage, which serves to highlight its versatility and effectiveness. The correlation between wind velocity and generator rotational speed is crucial for energy conversion, since the turbine's velocity needs to be adjusted to match the heightened load, affecting the generator's speed.
LEGAL REVIEW OF ADULTERY CRIMES
Authors: Basri
Published: March 2024

Adultery is a religious and legal prohibition against sexual intercourse between men and women without a legal marriage. It applies to individuals in religion, culture, and society. This research will discuss how the legal review of the criminal offense of adultery in Indonesia and how it is implemented in legal practice.The research method used is normative juridical legal research and approach through legislation.The results of this study explain that the criminal offense of adultery is regulated in the Criminal Code as a complaint offense. The legal review related to the criminal offense of adultery needs to clarify the practice of implementing the provisions in the Criminal Code against the perpetrators because it has not been able to provide a deterrent effect. In fact, the implementation of criminal regulations is not optimal due to the indifferent society towards norms, social values, and religion.
UTILIZING SOCIAL MEDIA FOR PUBLIC HEALTH ADVOCACY AND AWARENESS IN DIGITAL HEALTH COMMUNICATION
Authors: Muhtar St. Murniati , Amir Andi Subhan , Arya Nosakros
Published: March 2024

The increasing utilization of social media has revolutionized health communication, providing a rapid platform for the dissemination of information and public health advocacy. This study explores the impact of social media in enhancing public health advocacy and increasing public health awareness. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach that combines qualitative and quantitative content analysis, the research findings indicate that: (1) Visually appealing materials, such as infographics and brief videos, are most effective in capturing attention and fostering user engagement for health advocacy purposes. (2) The study also reveals that key elements contributing to the success of health-related social media campaigns include: (a) the power of engaging storytelling, (b) fostering community engagement, and (c) the strategic application of hashtags for wider reach. (3) Leveraging sentiment analysis, we observed a significant positive correlation between the level of positive engagement on social media and the increase in public health awareness.
Índices predictivos de asma en la infancia precoz
Authors: Álvarez Valdés Vilma , Veneros Fernández Silvia Josefina , Ramón
Published: March 2024

Introducción: El asma es una enfermedad crónica, de las vías respiratorias distales, que constituye un problema de salud mundial. Su difícil diagnóstico en la infancia precoz, ha estimulado la elaboración de índices predictivos de asma en diferentes contextos. Objetivos: Exponer algunos aspectos del asma en niños en la infancia precoz, su estado actual y los diferentes índices predictivos que existen, su utilidad práctica. Método: Se realizó una revisión bibliográfica actualizada del tema. Se usaron métodos teóricos para su elaboración. Resultados: Se exponen los resultados de investigaciones realizadas donde se utiliza el índice predictivo de asma, mostrando la utilidad práctica del mismo, pero a su vez, se resalta la necesidad de ajustarlo en dependencia de los factores que inciden en cada zona geográfica. Conclusiones: A pesar de los avances científicos en el conocimiento del asma y la utilidad clínica del índice predictivo de asma, se necesitan nuevas investigaciones al respecto.
Weak electric current increases ceramide levels by inducing ceramide synthase expression
Authors: Yamazaki Naoshi , Ohtsuka Chiho , Kogure Kentaro
Published: March 2024

We previously demonstrated that weak electric current (WEC) induces the skin penetration of macromolecules by the cleavage of intercellular junctions and allows for incorporation of macromolecules into cells via endocytosis. We further showed that WEC facilitates the leakage of macromolecules from endosomes to cytoplasm and that this phenomenon correlates with increased endosomal ceramide levels. From these observations, it suggested ceramide production is induced by WEC. In this study, to investigate mechanisms by which WEC treatment increases ceramide levels, acyl chains in ceramides of WEC-treated cells were analyzed. As a result, we found that WEC increased the amounts of C16:0, C22:0, and C24:1 ceramides and that WEC induced ceramide synthase 2 expression. Therefore, we conclude that WEC activates the ceramide synthesis pathway and that increased endosomal ceramide would contribute to the leakage of macromolecules.
La polémique au sujet des Wokes du point de vue des médias
Authors: Destiné Vanessa , Dupuis-Déri Francis
Published: March 2024

Entrevue avec Vanessa Destiné
Autoportrait
Authors: Aitlarbi Elisabeth
Published: March 2024

2018. Huile sur toile, 120 x 80 cm.
Go Players Should Not Trust AI Win Rate
Authors: Rendu Quentin
Published: March 2024

The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed the landscape of various strategic games, including Go. In 2016, the AI-powered engine AlphaGo defeated one of the world’s strongest players. Since then, Go engines have routinely been used by amateur and professional Go players to analyse theirgames. In the early stages of AI analysis, Go players relied solely on the AI win rate, the only available indicator. However, the AI win rate does not accurately reflect the win rate of human Go players and might be misleading. Katago, first released in 2019, is the first engine to provide score predictions in addition to win rates. While it is now possible to evaluate board positions with a score, it remains unclear how this score translates into human win rates. In this work, a large database of online and professional games is analysed to extract the win rate of a human player based on their strength and the stage of the game. As expected, the human win rate is significantly lower than the AI win rate, even for 9dan professional players. A general formula is provided to compute the win rate based on player strength and move number. This feature offers new insights into the relative importance of mistakes and can assist players in making improved decisions during games.
Analysis of the Knowledge Structure of Go
Authors: Li Zhe
Published: March 2024

The potential implications of AlphaGo defeating a human player have not been fully discussed in the epistemological field. AlphaGo does not play in a nearly exhaustive way with a huge amount of computation, but has reached a higher level of “intuition” and “judgment”, which humans once thought was a difficult area for computer languages to break through. This phenomenon prompts us to rethink the structure of Go knowledge. From the perspective of epistemology, what kind of knowledge of Go is indeed reliable? Based on this fundamental question, this paper attempts to analyze the structure of Go knowledge. The main thought processes in the game of Go can be summarized as “intuition”, “calculation” and “judgement”, where rational deduction and empirical induction co-exist. In the past, the simple enumeration of knowledge points became the main focus of Go knowledge learning and teaching, now the nature of these knowledge points are distinguished, particularly the Go knowledge between“quantitative” and “non-quantitative”, moreover, the correlation between knowledge generation and both inherent human cognitive abilities and cognitive limits is presented. This paper analyzes the specific principles of how Go AI surpasses the human level of Go from the perspective of epistemology, provides theoretical support for how human players can leverage AI for new Go knowledge production in the future, and may serve as a bridge between Go and cognitive science research.
Some new properties of hyperbolic k-Fibonacci and k-Lucas octonions
Authors:   Department of Mathematics, V. P. College Vaijapur, Godase A. D.
Published: March 2024

The aim of this paper is to establish some novel identities for hyperbolic k-Fibonacci octonions and k-Lucas octonions. We prove these properties using the identities of k-Fibonacci and k-Lucas numbers, which we determined previously.
Association of Demographic Characteristics and Laboratory Values in Diabetic Foot Infections Leading to Lower-Extremity Amputation
Authors: Kempf Allen J. , Nasser Ellianne M. , Udoeyo Idorenyin F. , Fils-Aime Isana
Published: March 2024

Background: Lower-extremity amputations are a common complication of poorly controlled diabetes and contribute to significant morbidity and mortality in diabetic patients. We sought to determine whether objective data points obtained on presentation or hospital admission, including white blood cell (WBC) count, hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c), C-reactive protein (CRP), and descriptive patient demographics allow for the ability to predict optimal amputation levels and outcomes of lower-extremity amputation in the diabetic population.

Methods: A retrospective analysis of 162 patients was performed evaluating laboratory and descriptive values on hospital presentation for lower-extremity infection during a 16-year period. Occurrence of multiple amputations and level of amputation were assessed against laboratory values to determine whether these objective values would provide clinicians with a better understanding of amputations in the diabetic patient.

Results: The mean patient age was 60.6 years. A significantly higher percentage of patients who underwent amputations through the tibia and fibula or of the foot midtarsal were male compared with patients who underwent amputations of the thigh through femur. Patients who had amputations through the tibia and fibula had a significantly higher WBC count compared with patients who had a transmetatarsal amputation (P = .03). There was no significant difference in type or quantity of amputations when analyzing HbA1c and CRP levels.

Conclusions: An admission WBC count may be used as a predictor of lower-extremity amputation level and outcomes in diabetic infections. Although a statistically significant difference was not found for CRP or HbA1c levels between amputation procedures and number of procedures performed, these values remain useful in managing lower-extremity infections in diabetic patients.
Heterosynaptic plasticity of the visuo-auditory projection requires cholecystokinin released from entorhinal cortex afferents
Authors: Sun Wenjian , Wu Haohao , Peng Yujie , Zheng Xuejiao , Li Jing , Zeng Dingxuan , Tang Peng , Zhao Ming , Feng Hemin , Li Hao , Liang Ye , Su Junfeng , Chen Xi , Hökfelt Tomas , He Jufang
Published: March 2024

The entorhinal cortex is involved in establishing enduring visuo-auditory associative memory in the neocortex. Here we explored the mechanisms underlying this synaptic plasticity related to projections from the visual and entorhinal cortices to the auditory cortex in mice using optogenetics of dual pathways. High-frequency laser stimulation (HFS laser) of the visuo-auditory projection did not induce long-term potentiation. However, after pairing with sound stimulus, the visuo-auditory inputs were potentiated following either infusion of cholecystokinin (CCK) or HFS laser of the entorhino-auditory CCK-expressing projection. Combining retrograde tracing and RNAscope in situ hybridization, we show that Cck expression is higher in entorhinal cortex neurons projecting to the auditory cortex than in those originating from the visual cortex. In the presence of CCK, potentiation in the neocortex occurred when the presynaptic input arrived 200 ms before postsynaptic firing, even after just five trials of pairing. Behaviorally, inactivation of the CCK+ projection from the entorhinal cortex to the auditory cortex blocked the formation of visuo-auditory associative memory. Our results indicate that neocortical visuo-auditory association is formed through heterosynaptic plasticity, which depends on release of CCK in the neocortex mostly from entorhinal afferents.
Therapeutic doses of ketamine acutely attenuate the aversive effect of losses during decision-making
Authors: Oemisch Mariann , Seo Hyojung
Published: March 2024

The discovery of rapid-acting antidepressant, ketamine has opened a pathway to a new generation of treatments for depression, and inspired neuroscientific investigation based on a new perspective that non-adaptive changes in the intrinsic excitatory and inhibitory circuitry might underlie the pathophysiology of depression. Nevertheless, it still remains largely unknown how the hypothesized molecular and synaptic levels of changes in the circuitry might mediate behavioral and neuropsychological changes underlying depression, and how ketamine might restore adaptive behavior. Here, we used computational models to analyze behavioral changes induced by therapeutic doses of ketamine, while rhesus macaques were iteratively making decisions based on gains and losses of tokens. When administered intramuscularly or intranasally, ketamine reduced the aversiveness of undesirable outcomes such as losses of tokens without significantly affecting the evaluation of gains, behavioral perseveration, motivation and other cognitive aspects of learning such as temporal credit assignment and time scales of choice and outcome memory. Ketamine’s potentially-antidepressant effect was separable from other side effects such as fixation errors, which unlike outcome evaluation, was readily countered with strong motivation to avoid errors. We discuss how the acute effect of ketamine to reduce the initial impact of negative events could potentially mediate longer-term antidepressant effects through mitigating the cumulative effect of those events produced by slowly decaying memory, and how the disruption-resistant affective memory might pose challenges in treating depression. Our study also invites future investigations on ketamine’s antidepressant action over diverse mood states and with affective events exerting their impacts at diverse time scales.
Multi-omics characterization of partial chemical reprogramming reveals evidence of cell rejuvenation
Authors: Mitchell Wayne , Goeminne Ludger J.E. , Tyshkovskiy Alexander , Zhang Sirui , Chen Julie Y. , Paulo Joao A. , Pierce Kerry A. , Choy Angelina H. , Clish Clary B. , Gygi Steven P. , Gladyshev Vadim N.
Published: March 2024

Partial reprogramming by cyclic short-term expression of Yamanaka factors holds promise for shifting cells to younger states and consequently delaying the onset of many diseases of aging. However, the delivery of transgenes and potential risk of teratoma formation present challenges for
in vivo
applications. Recent advances include the use of cocktails of compounds to reprogram somatic cells, but the characteristics and mechanisms of partial cellular reprogramming by chemicals remain unclear. Here, we report a multi-omics characterization of partial chemical reprogramming in fibroblasts from young and aged mice. We measured the effects of partial chemical reprogramming on the epigenome, transcriptome, proteome, phosphoproteome, and metabolome. At the transcriptome, proteome, and phosphoproteome levels, we saw widescale changes induced by this treatment, with the most notable signature being an upregulation of mitochondrial oxidative phosphorylation. Furthermore, at the metabolome level, we observed a reduction in the accumulation of aging-related metabolites. Using both transcriptomic and epigenetic clock-based analyses, we show that partial chemical reprogramming reduces the biological age of mouse fibroblasts. We demonstrate that these changes have functional impacts, as evidenced by changes in cellular respiration and mitochondrial membrane potential. Taken together, these results illuminate the potential for chemical reprogramming reagents to rejuvenate aged biological systems and warrant further investigation into adapting these approaches for
in vivo
age reversal.
Early recovery of proteasome activity in cells pulse-treated with proteasome inhibitors is independent of DDI2
Authors: Ibtisam Ibtisam , Kisselev Alexei F.
Published: March 2024

Rapid recovery of proteasome activity may contribute to intrinsic and acquired resistance to FDA-approved proteasome inhibitors. Previous studies have demonstrated that the expression of proteasome genes in cells treated with sub-lethal concentrations of proteasome inhibitors is upregulated by the transcription factor Nrf1 (NFE2L1), which is activated by a DDI2 protease. Here, we demonstrate that the recovery of proteasome activity is DDI2-independent and occurs before transcription of proteasomal genes is upregulated but requires protein translation. Thus, mammalian cells possess an additional DDI2 and transcription-independent pathway for the rapid recovery of proteasome activity after proteasome inhibition.