bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ANALISIS HUBUNGAN KUALITAS PELAYANAN DENGANKEPUASAN PASIEN RAWAT INAP DI RSUGMIM BETHESDA TOMOHON
Authors: Makausi Estefina , Rumende Rooije , Rahajaan Yana T
Published: October 2024

Rumah Sakit adalah institusi pemberi layanan kesehatan untuk masyarakat dengankarakteristik tersendiri yang dipengaruhi oleh perkembangan ilmu pengetahuan kesehatan,kemajuan teknologi, dan kehidupan sosial ekonomi masyarakat. Kepuasan pasien rawat inapdipengaruhi oleh kualitas pelayanan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungankualitas pelayanan dengan kepuasan pasien rawat inap di RSU GMIM Bethesda Tomohonyang dilakukan pada bulan Maret 2022. Jenis penelitian yang di gunakan dalam penelitian iniadalah kuantitatif dengan desain penelitiancross sectional,sampel 167 responden pasien rawatinap di Ruangan Markus, Yohanes, Maria, Pav.Bethesda. Variabel independen adalahkualitas pelayanan dan variabel dependen adalah kepuasan. Hasil penelitianmenggunakan ujiSpearman Rho didapatkan hasil koefisien korelasi r=0.235 berada di antara 0,20-0,399 yangberarti tingkat kekuatan hubungan lemah. Angka koefisien korelasi bernilai positif yaitu0,235 sehingga kedua sifat variabel searah.Nilai signifikan p=0.002 < α0.05 dengan demikianterdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara kedua variabel atau Ho ditolak Ha diterima.Adapunbebeberapa faktor seperti Relibilitas (Relibility), Tanggapan (Responsive), Jaminan(Assurance), Empati (Empathy), Bukti Fisik (Tangibles) ini merupakan hal-hal yang harusdiperhatikan dalam mengukur kualitas pelayanan.Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini yaituterdapat hubungan kualitas pelayanan dengan kepuasan pasien rawat inap di RSU GMIMBethesda Tomohon
El Khat y su expansión a Europa y Estados Unidos
Authors: Vidal Godoy Evelyn
Published: October 2024

El Khat o Catha Edulis Forsk, es un arbusto que crece en el este de África y la península Arábiga, se emplea por sus propiedades euforizantes y estimulantes del sistema nervioso central; sin embargo, tiene compuestos psicoactivos que están sujetos a fiscalización internacional en la Convención de las Naciones Unidas sobre Sustancias Sicotrópicas de 1971, tales como la catinona y catina. En el presente artículo se resume la situación del Khat, producción, consumo, efectos, estado legal e ilegal (países de cultivo, consumo legal e ilegal) y como se ha promovido la expansión de las hojas de Khat, así como las diversas incautaciones realizadas por la vía terrestre, aérea y portuaria. El objetivo de este trabajo es identificar a qué debe la distribución del Khat principalmente al continente europeo y a Estados Unidos.
Acciones de la Armada de Colombia frente al comportamiento del narcotráfico marítimo en el Pacífico colombiano
Authors: Moreno Fontalvo Roger Fabian , Velandia Ramírez Fabián Arturo
Published: October 2024

En la presente investigación se abordó el estudio del comportamiento del narcotráfico marítimo en el Pacífico colombiano entre los años 2019 y 2021, específicamente en los aspectos relacionados con las modalidades y rutas utilizadas históricamente por las organizaciones criminales transnacionales (OCT) frente a las capacidades operacionales y empleo de medios de la Armada de Colombia para enfrentar tal delito en esta región. En esta investigación se refleja la importancia de realizar análisis y estudios del comportamiento del fenómeno del Narcotráfico Marítimo al interior de las Fuerzas Militares, tal como se evidencia, por ejemplo, con los informes anuales del Centro Internacional de Investigación y Análisis contra el Narcotráfico Marítimo (CMCON). Para este estudio se analizaron descriptiva y cuantitativamente las estadísticas de eventos ocurridos en el lapso descrito, basados en los registros de información recolectada de fuentes institucionales y una revisión bibliográfica de estudios internacionales realizados en la región, que ayudaron a determinar las tendencias en el uso de métodos y técnicas, así como las principales rutas de salida para transportar la droga por parte de las OCT al exterior, para con ello luego, poder entrar a definir lo que debe hacer la Armada de Colombia, y ayudar en el desarrollo de la estrategia operacional frente a este flagelo. Con el desarrollo de este trabajo se lograron identificar las tendencias de modalidades y rutas empleadas por las OCT en el pacífico colombiano durante los años 2019 a 2021 para realizar el transporte de la droga, como parte de la cadena logística de este delito, desde los principales puntos de lanzamiento en las costas colombianas hasta los destinos en el exterior en Centroamérica. Para luego, a partir de este análisis, proponer alternativas de acciones operacionales a realizar por parte de la Armada de Colombia para lograr una mayor eficiencia en la lucha contra el narcotráfico, de acuerdo con los resultados de las tendencias identificadas en bloques de tiempo y espacio geográfico.
Flujos interregionales de Cannabis. Una lectura desde la geopolítica de las drogas y la globalización desviada
Authors: Hernández Gutiérrez Glehinston Mauricio , Jiménez García Williams Giberto
Published: October 2024

Este estudio aborda un análisis cualitativo descriptivo de los mercados interregionales de cannabis, empleando una innovadora metodología basada en vigilancia tecnológica. Los datos recopilados se sometieron a un análisis cualitativo basado en las teorías de geopolítica de las drogas y globalización desviada. Se identificaron patrones emergentes y conexiones entre los datos y los conceptos teóricos. El papel de actores geopolíticos en el mercado de cannabis y su relación con fenómenos de globalización desviada fueron temas destacados. En conclusión, este estudio proporciona una visión enriquecedora de los mercados interregionales de cannabis, profundizando en sus complejas dinámicas a través de una metodología innovadora. Los hallazgos ofrecen una comprensión más completa de este fenómeno en constante evolución y perspectivas relevantes para formuladores de políticas, inversores y actores del mercado del cannabis.
Perancangan Dasbor Pra-Bencana Tsunami di Gugus Mitigasi Lebak Selatan: Visualisasi dan Mitigasi di Panggarangan
Authors: Wong Richard Faustine , Sanjaya Samuel Ady , Darren Christopher , Yahya Howard , Riyadi Muhammad Fikri
Published: October 2024

Tsunami telah meninggalkan tragedi di Indonesia, salah satunya tsunami Selat Sunda pada Lampung dan Banten. Diperlukan mitigasi bencana, tetapi kurangnya sinergi Badan Meteorologi, Klimatologi, dan Geofisika (BMKG) dengan pelaporan erupsi Pusat Volkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (PVMBG) menghambat upaya mitigasi dampak tsunami Selat Sunda. Untuk meningkatkan sinergi, dirancang dasbor pra-bencana tsunami dengan tujuan memaksimalkan pengurangan risiko bencana (PRB) di Panggarangan, Lebak. Perancangan dilakukan dengan metodologi Prototype, yang dilakukan secara sistematis mulai dari analisis kebutuhan GMLS, perancangan dengan menggunakan business intelligence tool bernama Tableau, pengujian dengan kuesioner System Usability Scale, kemudian revisi hingga dasbor sesuai kebutuhan. Harapannya, rancangan dasbor dapat meningkatkan sinergi antar-stakeholders, terutama di Panggarangan, serta mendukung pengambilan keputusan baik pihak yang berkepentingan dalam perencanaan tata kota maupun mitigasi bencana.
Inventory Management System Using Economic Order Quantity And Reorder Point
Authors: Ivan Ignatius , Oetama Raymond Sunardi
Published: October 2024

The inventory management system for car workshops is still using Excel, which makes it inefficient and inaccurate for complex stock calculations. The solution is to design an inventory application that uses the Economic Order Quantity and Reorder Point methods. The application will provide timely stock replenishment information and optimize order quantities, increasing inventory management efficiency and accuracy. The Software Development Life Cycle used in this study is Rapid Application Development, a process emphasizing short development cycles. User Acceptance Test results show that users received the inventory management system very well, with an average satisfaction level of 98.44% for Admins and 97% for general users, indicating high satisfaction with the system's features and functionality.
Simplifying Cosplay Costume Selection with a Web-Based Recommendation System
Authors: Wijaya Timothy Gracie Hasudungan , Istiono Wirawan
Published: October 2024

Cosplay is an activity where individuals imitate the dressing style of a character, typically from fictional works such as games, anime, VTubers, and others. Before engaging in cosplay activities, cosplayers need to choose the desired costume according to their individual needs. Therefore, cosplayers often experience confusion in selecting a cosplay costume due to the many costume options and the desired costume criteria. One way to assist in making decisions is through a recommendation system. A recommendation system can help users make decisions based on their preferences. In this study, the design and development of a webbased recommendation system for selecting cosplay costumes using the Simple Additive Weighting method were conducted. This system was then evaluated by 52 respondents. Based on a survey conducted using the EUCS method to measure user satisfaction levels, an average score of 80.65% was obtained.
Analisis Efektivitas Mesin Pemotong Pada Kain Kapas Menggunakan Metode OEE dan FMEA di UMKM IBS
Authors: Alfarisi Moh Ilham , Andesta Deny
Published: October 2024

UMKM IBS merupakan industri rumahan yang memproduksi sofa bayi, perlengkapan tidur bayi, dan produk lainnya dengan menggunakan bahan baku kain katun. Proses pemotongan kain sering kali menghasilkan cacat, yang dapat terjadi karena beberapa faktor, termasuk masalah yang berhubungan dengan mesin. Sebuah penelitian dilakukan untuk mengevaluasi kinerja mesin pemotong dengan menggunakan metode OEE dan FMEA. Analisis OEE menunjukkan skor 81,56%, di bawah standar yang diinginkan yaitu 85%. Selain itu, penelitian ini mengidentifikasi enam kerugian utama, termasuk kerusakan, penyetelan dan penyesuaian, penurunan kecepatan, penghentian produksi, dan cacat. Analisis FMEA menunjukkan Risk Priority Number (RPN) sebesar 392 karena kurangnya fokus dan pemahaman pada faktor manusia. Untuk meningkatkan efektivitas IBS UMKM, diperlukan tindakan perbaikan dalam hal pemeliharaan mesin dan kewaspadaan tenaga kerja.
Systematic Literature Review : Klasifikasi Tingkat Kematangan Buah Pisang
Authors: Suhendri Suhendri , Kusrini Kusrini
Published: October 2024

Kematangan buah pisang merupakan faktor penting yang menentukan kualitas, rasa, dan masa simpan buah. Penentuan tingkat kematangan secara manual cenderung subjektif dan tidak konsisten, sehingga diperlukan sistem otomatis yang lebih akurat dan efisien. Penelitian ini melakukan SLR untuk mengevaluasi teknik-teknik pengolahan citra dan pembelajaran mesin dalam klasifikasi kematangan pisang. CNN terbukti menjadi metode yang paling dominan dan efektif, dengan hasil akurasi yang signifikan. Metode lain seperti kNN, Fuzzy Logic, dan ANN juga menunjukkan potensi besar. Tantangan utama dalam pengembangan model klasifikasi meliputi variabilitas data gambar, keterbatasan dataset, dan keterbatasan perangkat keras. Tren terbaru mencakup penggunaan penginderaan HSI dan pendekatan multimodal untuk meningkatkan akurasi. Saran untuk penelitian di masa depan meliputi pengumpulan dataset yang lebih besar dan beragam, penggunaan teknik augmentasi data, eksplorasi penginderaan HSI, dan validasi model dalam kondisi nyata. Dengan demikian, penelitian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan kontribusi signifikan dalam pengembangan sistem otomatis untuk klasifikasi kematangan pisang, yang dapat diterapkan dalam industri pertanian dan makanan.
Application of the Simple Additive Weighting (SAW) Method in the Decision Support System for the Selection of Study Programs at the University of Papua
Authors: Rua Fransiskus Jekson , Inan Dedi Iskandar , Sanglise Marlinda , Juita Ratna , Baisa Lorna Yertas
Published: October 2024

To help prospective students choose a study program that suits their abilities and interests, it is necessary to design a decision support system. This system aims to facilitate the selection process of study programs for prospective students. This research aims to develop a decision support system that can help prospective students in choosing a study program at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Papua in an objective and structured manner. This study applies the Simple Additive Weighting method to facilitate the decision-making process by considering a number of relevant criteria. The evaluation is based on the following criteria: tuition fees, accreditation status, number of teaching staff and staff, and job prospects. The findings of the study revealed that the Informatics Engineering and Civil Engineering Study Programs, both at the S1 level, obtained the highest identical preference value, namely 1, outperforming other study programs. However, the best alternative is the S1 Informatics Engineering Study Program.
Karakteristik dan Sifat Fisiko-Kimia Limbah Cair Industri Bioetanol untuk Bahan Baku Biogas: Sebuah Kajian Literatur
Authors: Wijayanti Karima Anggita , Hakika Dhias Cahya , Setyawan Martomo , Biddinika Muhammad Kunta
Published: October 2024

Limbah cair industri bioetanol atau vinasse merupakan hasil dari proses distilasi molase atau tetes tebu dan memiliki karakteristik berbahaya, seperti pH asam, kadar organik tinggi. Kandungan toksik seperti fenol yang membuatnya tidak dapat dibuang langsung ke badan air. Tujuan dari studi ini untuk meninjau sifat fisiko-kimia vinasse yang berpotensi untuk dikonversi menjadi biogas yang ramah lingkungan. Tinjauan literatur bersumber dari artikel penelitian ilmiah dari laman jurnal internasional bereputasi seperti Science Direct, Scopus, serta dokumen Tugas Akhir, Tesis, Disertasi yang relevan dengan topik karakteristik dan sifat fisiko – kimia dari berbagai material yang digunakan sebagai bahan baku industri bioethanol. Studi literatur menunjukan vinasse memerlukan pretreatment sebelum pengolahan lebih lanjut untuk mengurangi dampak negatifnya. Pengolahan anaerobik lebih efektif dibandingkan aerobik dalam menangani limbah dengan COD tinggi untuk menghasilkan biogas yang berguna sebagai energi terbarukan. Dengan demikian, pengolahan vinasse secara anaerobik tidak hanya mengurangi pencemaran lingkungan tetapi juga memberikan manfaat lain dalam bentuk energi.
Inovasi Rancang Bangun Mesin Multiguna untuk Meningkatkan Efisiensi Ekonomis dan Produktifitas Kerja Peternak di Kabupaten Tulungagung
Authors: Yoto Yoto , Nurhadi Didik , Suyetno Agus , Mawangi Putri Ardista Nursisda , Paryono Paryono , Effendi Muhammad Idris , Maula Putrinda Inayatul
Published: October 2024

Penelitian ini mengembangkan mesin multiguna untuk meningkatkan efisiensi peternakan di Tulungagung, Jawa Timur, dengan menggabungkan fungsi pencacah rumput dan penggiling jagung dalam satu alat. Mesin diuji dengan tiga kecepatan putaran (rendah, sedang, tinggi) dan tiga bahan pencacah (Rumput Gajah, Tebon Jagung, Pucuk Tebu), serta tiga ukuran saringan (2mm, 4mm, 6mm) untuk penggilingan jagung. Hasil menunjukkan kecepatan putaran yang lebih tinggi dan saringan berdiameter lebih besar meningkatkan produksi output. Pada kecepatan tinggi, saringan 6mm menghasilkan hingga 1385 kg jagung pipil menjadi menir. Mesin ini meningkatkan efisiensi waktu dan tenaga dalam pembuatan pakan ternak serta mengurangi biaya produksi melalui penggunaan alat multifungsi. Inovasi ini menawarkan solusi praktis bagi peternak dalam pengolahan pakan ternak, meningkatkan hasil dan keberlanjutan peternakan.
Analisis Perawatan Mesin dengan Metode Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) terhadap Mesin Bag Inserter (FLEXIM)
Authors: Firmansyah Muchammad , Rizqi Akhmad Wasiur
Published: October 2024

PT. XYZ adalah produsen margarin dan shortening yang menghadapi tantangan dalam menjaga keandalan operasional mesin bag inserter FLEXIM. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengatasi masalah tersebut dengan menggunakan tiga metode: Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), dan Logic Tree Analysis (LTA). FMEA digunakan untuk mengidentifikasi komponen kritis dengan risiko kegagalan tertinggi, RCM untuk merumuskan strategi pemeliharaan yang optimal, dan LTA untuk menganalisis hubungan sebab-akibat kegagalan komponen terhadap sistem. Hasil FMEA menunjukkan bahwa grippers dan spoon memiliki nilai Risk Priority Number (RPN) tertinggi, masing-masing 112 dan 120. Rekomendasi yang dihasilkan meliputi peningkatan frekuensi inspeksi, pemeliharaan preventif, dan penggantian komponen secara berkala. Implementasi strategi ini diharapkan dapat mengurangi risiko kegagalan, meningkatkan keandalan mesin, dan meminimalkan downtime operasional di PT. XYZ.
Optimalisasi Proses Packing di PT. XYZ Melalui Identifikasi dan Analisis Downtime
Authors: Enda Enda , Suwarno Agus , Supriyati Supriyati
Published: October 2024

PT. XYZ adalah perusahaan manufaktur yang beroperasi di bidang pembuatan sepeda motor, dalam proses produksinya dibagi menjadi dua departemen atau bagian yaitu perakitan dan pengemasan (packing). Namun dalam perusahaan sering terjadi masalah, yaitu terkait dalam pemenuhan permintaan konsumen, berupa target yang tidak tercapai, ini terjadi karena tingginya nilai downtime dalam proses produksi. Tujuan dilakukannya penelitian ini adalah untuk mengidentifikasi dan menganalisis aktivitas penyebab downtime pada proses produksi. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif-kuantutatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa terdapat enam aktivitas yang terindikasi menjadi penyebab utama downtime pada proses packing, dengan nilai tertinggi pada aktivitas supply material dan komunikasi dengan foreman disela aktifitas produksi, mencapai 78% dari total wktu downtime. Beberapa rekomendasi perbaikan yang diusulkan dari hasil penelitian meliputi  efisiensi metode penyediaan material, pengaturan komunikasi, pembuatan peta proses operasi, penerapan system FIFO, dan perbaikan layeout pada conveyor.
Cartographic Review of Teacher Educators’ Professional Learning with an Aesthetic Approach
Authors: Boks-Vlemmix Juliette , Aspfors Jessica
Published: October 2024

Experimenting with innovative and creative ways to conduct a literature review aligns with the paradigm shift from qualitative to post-qualitative research, which is concerned with doing and becoming rather than being. The aim of this article is twofold: to unfold the process of a cartographic approach to conducting a literature review; and by exploring the literature to discuss what an aesthetic approach activates in teacher educators’ collaborative professional learning activities. Inspired by Deleuze and Guattari (1988)’s cartographic principle of the rhizome, and post-qualitative inquiry more generally, this review generates knowledge through connections of concepts across 21 international research projects from teacher educators that use an aesthetic approach in their collaborative practices. New components of professional learning are found by mapping-and-tracing entangled concepts. A discussion of encounters within an aesthetic approach to professional learning shows how the processes involved in a cartographic review generates new directions in thinking, such as becoming-professional.
Literature cartographies
Authors: Pears-Scown Naomi
Published: October 2024

If traditional literature reviews in academia tell stories of what is known about a topic, this article proposes a way to engage in this knowing differently through cartography, geography, and poetry, informed by Baradian theory. This writing details the creative method developed to think-with literature using geography as a mapping strategy, called ‘literature cartographies’. Through affective engagement with literature, geographical found-poems are presented that tell stories of how place shapes identity in arts therapy across the globe. The creative method of literature cartographies disrupts traditional literature review writing by inviting us to consider expanding how we tell and are affected by literature stories.
Computer vision-based algorithm for precise defect detection and classification in photovoltaic modules
Authors: Guo Jian
Published: October 2024

In recent years, driven by advancements in the photovoltaic industry, solar power generation has emerged as a crucial energy source in China and the globe. A progressive annotation approach is employed to pinpoint and label defect samples to enhance the precision of automated detection technology for minor defects within photovoltaic modules. Subsequently, computer vision techniques are harnessed to segment photovoltaic modules and defect samples amidst intricate backgrounds accurately. Finally, a transfer learning training model is deployed to classify and identify defects effectively. The results indicate that the mask-region convolutional neural network model achieves remarkable accuracy and recall rates of 98.7% and 0.913, respectively. Furthermore, the detection speed and inference time are 280.69 frames per second and 3.53 ms, respectively. In essence, the defect detection and classification algorithm utilizing computer vision techniques significantly enhances the precision of automated detection technology in identifying minor defects within complex environments. This advancement holds profound practical significance in ensuring photovoltaic modules’ quality and operational reliability.
Optimizing marine vehicles industry: a hybrid analytical hierarchy process and additive ratio assessment approach for evaluating and selecting IoT-based marine vehicles
Authors: Ullah Khan Habib , Abbas Muhammad , Nazir Shah , Khan Faheem , Hussain Jamil
Published: October 2024

Rapid developments in the Internet of Things (IoT) have opened the door for game-changing applications in numerous sectors, especially the vehicle industry. There is a rising demand for efficient assessment and decision-making methodologies to pinpoint the most promising choices for the vehicle sector with the introduction of IoT-based maritime vehicles. To overcome this issue, the integrated multi-criteria decision-making analysis (MCDA) paradigm proposed in this research combines the additive ratio assessment (ARAS) and analytic hierarchy process (AHP) approaches to evaluate and choose IoT-based maritime vehicles based on their performance- and authenticity-related criteria in the vehicle sector. The selection issue is hierarchically organized, and the assessment criteria are prioritized using the AHP approach. There are seven performance and authentication related criteria are selected that might aid in the selection procedure. Using the AHP, we are assigned these criteria proportionate weights that reflect their respective significance and interrelationships. AHP, however, falls short of offering a thorough analysis of the alternatives that exist. To overcome these restrictions, this research presents the integration of AHP with the ARAS approach for the ranking of alternatives according to how well they perform against the set criteria. By using the ARAS technique, it is possible to get over the restrictions of AHP and achieve a more thorough assessment of maritime IoT-based vehicles. The efficiency of the framework is proven using empirical data and professional judgment. The findings show that the hybrid method successfully encapsulates the intricate relationships between the factors being evaluated and objectively appraises the potential of IoT-based maritime vehicles for the automotive sector. This study extends to the area by providing an organized and thorough method for assessing and choosing IoT-based maritime vehicles. Considering several factors and their mutual dependence, the hybrid AHP and ARAS technique gives decision-makers a powerful tool for evaluating the potential of IoT-based maritime vehicles in the automotive sector. Smart decisions on the deployment of IoT-based marine vehicles and maximizing the potential they present may be made by beneficiaries in the automotive sector using the study’s results.
Interaction of CTCF and CTCFL in genome regulation through chromatin architecture during the spermatogenesis and carcinogenesis
Authors: Tong Xin , Gao Yang , Su Zhongjing
Published: October 2024

The zinc finger protein CTCF is ubiquitously expressed and is integral to the regulation of chromatin architecture through its interaction with cohesin. Conversely, CTCFL expression is predominantly restricted to the adult male testis but is aberrantly expressed in certain cancers. Despite their distinct expression patterns, the cooperative and competitive mechanisms by which CTCF and CTCFL regulate target gene expression in spermatocytes and cancer cells remain inadequately understood. In this review, we comprehensively examine the literature on the divergent amino acid sequences, target sites, expression profiles and functions of CTCF and CTCFL in normal tissues and cancers. We further elucidate the mechanisms by which CTCFL competitively or cooperatively binds to CTCF target sites during spermatogenesis and carcinogenesis to modulate chromatin architecture. We mainly focus on the role of CTCFL in testicular and cancer development, highlighting its interaction with CTCF at CTCF binding sites to regulate target genes. In the testis, CTCF and CTCFL cooperate to regulate the expression of testis-specific genes, essential for proper germ cell progression. In cancers, CTCFL overexpression competes with CTCF for DNA binding, leading to aberrant gene expression, a more relaxed chromatin state, and altered chromatin loops. By uncovering the roles of CTCF and CTCFL in spermatogenesis and carcinogenesis, we can better understand the implications of aberrant CTCFL expression in altering chromatin loops and its contribution to disease pathogenesis.
Physiological characterization of advanced table grape segregants against the application of gibberellic acid (GA3)
Authors:   , Benítez Hernández Solange Viviana
Published: October 2024

Gibberellin (GA3) applications is one of the essential management practices for table grapes. This study compared three advanced table grape segregants obtained from the breeding program (Consorcio de la Fruta-PUC). Given their different genetic backgrounds, the harvest of these grapes differs both in their seasonality and in their response to GA3 applications. Good quality berries were obtained with less quantity and frequency of GA3 applications (>25 ppm). The effect of GA3 applications on the evaluated segregants showed an increase in weight of 20-40%, in size of 10-30% of the berries, and finally, a decrease in seed size of 30-80%. At the histological level, it was found that in the berries treated with GA3 at 7-30 daa, all the segregants showed an increase in the number of cells of 30-55% and in the size of the mesocarp at 22% with respect to the control. In the physiological analyses, the segregants showed an increase in stomatal conductance and transpiration accompanied by a foliar supply of potassium in the plants treated with GA3. Despite the differences between the segregants in terms of response to GA, each displays characteristics that make it suitable to be registered as a new variety. One possible contribution of this study would be to indicate that all segregants need fewer GA applications; furthermore, the influence of climatic and some physiological parameters that may be decisive in the effect of GA3
Bridging Ayurvedic Insights with Modern Medicine Perspectives of Arbuda (Tumour): A Comprehensive Review
Authors: Asutkar Sheetal
Published: October 2024

Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine, offers a unique perspective on Arbuda, correlating them with the condition known as tumours. According to Ayurveda, Arbuda arise due to the vitiation of the three doshas: Vata (the dosha responsible for movement and cognition), Pitta (the dosha responsible for regulating body temperature and metabolic activities), and Kapha (the dosha responsible for regulating body fluids and maintaining the cohesion of body constituents). This vitiation disrupts the Dhatu Pariposhana, which refers to the body’s metabolic and nutritional balance. The concept of Arbuda, as detailed in classical Ayurvedic texts, describes as progressively enlarging, globular masses that are fixed to deeper structures, usually non suppurative, and occasionally painful. They can occur in any part of the body, involving the Mamsa (muscle) and Rakta (blood) Dhatus due to the disturbance of the tridosha. Factors such as Mithya Ahara (improper diet) and Vihara (lifestyle) contribute to the vitiation of doshas and the subsequent formation of Arbuda. The ancient texts also classify Arbuda into various types, though there is limited evidence linking Ayurveda’s understanding to modern medical concepts of non tumour-forming cancers. However, descriptions of other diseases in Ayurvedic literature bear resemblance to cancer, suggesting that ancient physicians may have recognised the link between shotha (chronic inflammation) and malignant tumours. This review presents the existing literature on Arbuda, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of tumours from an Ayurvedic perspective and to offer integrative approaches for their management and eradication.
Relationship of Clinical Profile with Neuroimaging and Electroencephalogram Changes in First Unprovoked Seizure in Children: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Madanan Anjana Vadakkutta , Nanu Poornima Karakkandy , Pillai Preethi S
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Unprovoked seizures are common events in children, occurring as single episodes or recurring, as seen in epilepsy. The First Unprovoked Seizure (FUS) poses diagnostic challenges and raises concerns about aetiology, the initiation of anti-seizure medication and prognosis. The roles of Electroencephalogram (EEG) and neuroimaging in the diagnosis and management of FUS are debated. While EEGs play a crucial role in identifying seizure onset and epilepsy syndromes, neuroimaging aids in diagnosing underlying pathologies. Despite recommendations for routine EEGs in evaluating FUS, the role of neuroimaging remains less defined. Aim: To characterise the clinical profile of children presenting with FUS and investigate the relationship between clinical features, EEG findings and neuroimaging findings. Additionally, it explores the aetiology of FUS based on patterns of neuroradiological abnormalities and EEG changes. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from April 2021 to July 2022 in the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Paediatric Ward at Government TD Medical College, Alappuzha, Kerala, India. A total of 72 children aged beyond the neonatal period up to 12 years who were admitted with FUS at a tertiary care centre over an 18-month period were included in the study. Clinical data were recorded and standard techniques were used to perform EEGs and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) on all subjects. Results: The minimum age of participants in the study was two months, with a median age of 3.9 years. Among the 72 participants, most were in the infantile age group, with 23 (31.94%) falling into this category. The most frequently observed seizure type was generalised onset, with 47 (65.28%) cases. EEG irregularities were noted in 25 (34.72%) subjects, while 21 (29.16%) showed MRI abnormalities. Most frequent EEG abnormalities included generalised spike-and-wave discharges in 7 (28%) cases and modified hypsarrhythmia in 6 (24%) cases. The MRI scans revealed ischaemic changes and cerebral dysgenesis, each occurring in 7 out of 21 cases. A considerable proportion of children with abnormal EEGs had abnormal neuroimaging findings. Conclusion: The study recommends that both EEG and MRI should be included as part of the routine evaluation for children presenting with FUS. In cases with abnormalities in EEG, the detection rate of abnormalities through MRI was statistically significant. Additionally, MRI should be performed even when the EEG results are normal.
Evaluation of Analgesic Effect of Lidocaine Patch 5% in Post-herpetic Neuralgia: An Interventional Study
Authors: Aggarwal Priyanka , Redhu Neeraj , Jaiswal Rajmala , Katewa Manoj Kumari , Goyal Tanu
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Herpes Zoster (HZ) is a very painful and debilitating condition caused by the reactivation of the Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV). HZ is characterised by a maculopapular or vesicular rash, usually accompanied by pain that is unilateral and restricted to dermatomes. Post-herpatic Neuralgia (PHN) is defined as pain that persists for more than 90 days after the onset of the HZ rash. Aim: To evaluate the analgesic efficacy of a lidocaine patch in PHN. Materials and Methods: This prospective interventional study conducted at the Department of Anaesthesiology and Critical Care, Pt. BD Sharma, PGIMS, Rohtak, Haryana, India, from February 2020 to March 2021. The study included a total of 24 patients (single group), with a male-to-female ratio of 11:13, aged between 18 and 75 years, all with a Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) score greater than 4. An evaluation of patient pain scores using the VAS and the total number of lidocaine patches used per week for four weeks or until the VAS declined to four was conducted. After obtaining informed and written consent, a medicated 5% lidocaine patch was applied to cover the appropriate area for a minimum period of 12 hours, followed by removal for the next 12 hours. This application continued until the VAS declined to four or up to a maximum of four weeks. The level of significance was set at p≤0.05. Results: In the present study, a total of 24 patients were included. The mean age was 59.5±12.85 years, with 54.2% being female and 45.8% male. The VAS scores at baseline were 8.71±0.999, which reduced to 7.08±1.349 at the end of one week, 5.67±0.007 at the end of two weeks, 4.25±0.442 at the end of three weeks and 3.58±0.830 at the end of four weeks. The VAS scores were significantly lower in all patients over the four weeks (p=0.001). The total number of patches used was 1.88±0.338 at one week, 1.46±0.509 at two weeks, 1.04±0.204 at three weeks and 1.00 at four weeks. The total amount of patches used was significantly reduced over the four weeks (p=0.001). No side-effects related to the lidocaine patch were noted. Conclusion: The 5% lidocaine patch demonstrated good tolerability with a minimal risk of systemic adverse drug reactions and is an effective modality for relieving moderate to severe pain. It is concluded that the 5% lidocaine patch is very effective in the treatment of PHN.
Disseminated Tuberculosis Presenting Section as Transverse Myelitis with Bone Marrow Involvement: A Rare Case of Pyrexia of Unknown Origin
Authors: Diggikar Pradnya Mukund , Reddy Hansini , Mundada Mayank , Biju Arun , Yekkaluru SreeVidya
Published: October 2024

In India, both pulmonary and Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis (TB) are prevalent. Central Nervous System TB (CNS-TB) is rare, with spinal intramedullary TB (SIMT) presenting as Longitudinally Extensive Transverse Myelitis (LETM) being even rarer. Diagnosing LETM often involves considering alternative aetiologies, frequently overlooking TB, particularly in patients without primary pulmonary TB. A 31-year-old male presented with high-grade fever, weight loss, and right hypochondriac pain. Initial investigations revealed pancytopenia and hepatosplenomegaly. Bone marrow biopsy showed granulomas and Acid-Fast Bacilli (AFB), but there was no evidence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis on the Cartridge-based Nucleic Acid Amplification Test (CBNAAT), leading to a presumptive diagnosis of disseminated TB. The patient was started on Antitubercular Therapy (ATT) but was non compliant with his medication, resulting in worsening symptoms, including paraparesis and urinary bladder involvement. Further investigations revealed LETM and ring-enhancing lesions in the brain. Despite negative CSF CBNAAT tests, empirical ATT with corticosteroids was resumed, and Mycobacterium tuberculosis was later confirmed via Lowenstein-Jensen (LJ) culture of the bone marrow. This case underscores the diagnostic challenges of disseminated TB with LETM, highlighting the importance of a high clinical suspicion and thorough evaluation, especially in endemic regions.
Prevalence and Clinical Features of Clostridioides difficile Infections among Inpatients in a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital: A Retrospective Cross-sectional Study from Southern India
Authors: Justin Sherin , Fernandes Angela , Dias Meena , Prabhu Kavitha , Antony Beena
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile), once considered a nosocomial pathogen, is now increasingly being observed in the community. The organism is known to cause Antibiotic-associated Diarrhoea (AAD), Pseudomembranous Colitis (PMC), megacolon, and even death. Aim: To determine the prevalence of C. difficile in stool samples and to associate the findings with the clinical presentation and risk factors of the patients. Materials and Methods: This retrospective cross-sectional study analysed 208 stool samples received for C. difficile detection at Father Muller Medical College Hospital, Mangaluru, Karnataka, India from January 2021 to January 2023 using the CerTest C. difficile Glutamate dehydrogenase (GDH)+ Toxin A+B onestep combo card test. The results were then associated with the clinical profiles of the patients retrieved from the hospital software, Backbone. Statistical analysis was performed using frequency, percentage, the Chi-square test, and the z-test. Results: Out of the 208 samples analysed from patients belonging to all ages, 20 samples (9.62%) harboured toxigenic C. difficile, while 22 samples (10.58%) contained non toxigenic C. difficile. Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) use and underlying diseases/conditions were identified as highly significant risk factors (χ2=32.28, p-value<0.001, HS) among patients with toxigenic C. difficile. AAD was found to be statistically significant (p-value=0.030, Sig) in toxigenic patients compared to those with non toxigenic C. difficile. Conclusion: The increasing presence of C. difficile in our community is a matter of concern. Continuous surveillance, vigilance, and appropriate preventive measures are crucial in mitigating the impact of C. difficile Infections (CDI) in hospitals and in the community.
Estimating the Impact of Sectoral Output on Employment for Nigeria Economy (1981-2021)
Authors: OLANIYAN Ololade J.
Published: October 2024

The purpose of this research is to determine the employment effects of contributions to GDP by the main sectors in the context of Nigeria and to understand the relative importance of each sector. This study investigates the contributions of the three broad sectors of the economy to total employment over the period 1981 to 2021 using the autoregressive distributed lag (ARDL) technique. Sectoral output was proxied by agricultural GDP, industry GDP and services GDP respectively while employment was measured by total number of employed persons. The Bounds test signaled the existence of cointegrating relationships between the series at both aggregated and disaggregated levels, necessitating both short and long run analysis for the study.
The best performing sector in terms of employment intensity is the agricultural sector suggesting its labour-intensive nature. The impact of growth in industrial sector on employment appears to be a case of jobless growth while the impact of increases in service sector GDP on employment appears to be more like the case of job-loss growth. The agricultural sector supports growth-led employment for Nigeria while the service sector negates it. The service and industry sectors have low labour absorption capacity as the former is technology-driven while the latter is capital-intensive.
The government should as a matter of urgency improve on its provision of finance and other support services to the agricultural sector. It is also necessary to devise verifiable methods to attract the teeming young population to actively participate in the agricultural sector with a view to developing its value chain. A growing service sector and a shrinking agricultural sector can only at best perpetuate the already challenging unemployment situation in Nigeria. The government should conduct an audit of the country’s agricultural sector for an in-depth understanding of the needs and then prioritise these needs in public expenditure allocations while ensuring that targeted funds get to those who are active farmers.
Impact of Nano Zinc and Consortia on Growth, Yield Attributes and Yield of Rice (Oryza sativa) in Central Zone of Uttar Pradesh
Authors: Yadav Praveen Kumar , Kumar Ravindra , Maurya Durgesh Kumar , Kumar Pushpam , Sashikant  , Pandey Shubham , Patel Krishna Kumar
Published: October 2024

This field study evaluated the effect of various nutrient sources, including NPK, farmyard manure (FYM), consortia, and nano zinc, on rice (Oryza sativa) growth, yield, and soil quality in the Central Zone of Uttar Pradesh. Fourteen treatments were tested using a randomized block design with three replications. The treatment combining 75% NPK, FYM @ 5 tons/ha, consortia, and nano zinc (T8) consistently showed superior results, with the highest plant height (97.09 cm at harvest), maximum dry matter accumulation (36.49 g/m²), and the most effective tillers (181.20/m²). T8 also recorded a significantly higher grain yield (43.6 q/ha) compared to the control (19.79 q/ha). The results demonstrate that integrating FYM, consortia, and nano zinc with reduced NPK enhances rice growth and yield, supporting sustainable rice production in the region.
Constraints in the Production and Marketing of Soybean
Authors: S. Y Ajaykumar , Guledagudda S. S. , Kulkarni G. N. , Somanagouda G.
Published: October 2024

The production pattern as well as the consumption pattern of India has dramatically changed in the recent past. Soybean, a miracle crop with 40 per cent protein and 20 per cent oil has gained demand for consumption as well as oil extraction leading to increase in area under production. This paper has made an attempt to decode the constraints faced by farmers in the production and marketing of soybean in the study region so as to draw the attention of concerned authorities to come up with possible solution. The data related to agricultural year 2021-22 is extracted for present research. the primary data is collected by the personal interview method with the pre-tested schedule. Garrett’s ranking technique is used to interpret the data. It is inferred from the results that among production constraints non-availability or Inadequacy of required improved variety seeds in adequate quantities at the right time is the major constraint with the highest mean Garrett score of 74.34 followed by scarcity of labour during peak periods (Garrett score 51.12). Among various marketing constraints encountered by farmer respondents in soybean marketing in the study region. It was inferred that high price fluctuation was the major constraint with the highest mean Garrett score of 92.29 followed by untimely payment of sale proceeds (Garrett score 72.82). This article highlights the important constraints to be addressed to help farmers prosper in soybean production and marketing.
Comparative In vitro Assessment of Fungicides for Managing Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. capsici in Chilli
Authors: Patil P. B. , Shende C. V. , Bachhav A. R. , Patil M. S. , Dhawan S. S.
Published: October 2024

Chilli wilt disease, caused by Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. capsici, significantly threatens chili cultivation, impacting yield and quality. This study aimed to evaluate the fungi-toxic effects of various fungicides against Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. capsici under in vitro conditions. Eight different fungicides viz., Tebuconazole 6.7 % + Captan 26.9 % w/w SC, Thiophenate Methyl 70% WP, Carbendazim 12% + Mancozeb 63% WP, Tebuconazole 50% + Trifloxystrobin 25% WG, Carbendazim 50% WP, Pyraclostrobin 20% WG, Chlorothalonil 75% WP and Azoxystrobin 18.2%+ Difenoconazole 11.4% SC were tested at a concentration of 500 ppm and 1000 ppm using the Poison food technique. The experiment was designed using a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) and conducted at the Department of Plant Pathology, Dr. Sharadchandra Pawar College of Agriculture, Baramati, during the academic year 2023-24. All fungicides significantly (P < 0.01) inhibited the mycelial growth of Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. capsici, with Carbendazim 12% + Mancozeb 63% WP showing the highest efficacy, followed by Tebuconazole 50% + Trifloxystrobin 25% WG and Tebuconazole 6.7 % + Captan 26.9 % w/w SC across both concentrations. This study suggests that the inhibition of pathogen growth increased with higher fungicide concentrations.
Evaluation of Bioagents against Stemphylium vesicarium Inducing Stemphylium Blight in Onions (Allium cepa L.)
Authors: Bachhav A. R. , Shende C. V. , Patil M. S. , Patil P. B. , Dhawan S. S.
Published: October 2024

Stemphylium blight of onion incited by S. vesicarium is one of the economically important diseases, causing severe yield losses in onion crop. The present investigation was carried out to evaluate efficacy of different bioagents against S. vesicarium under in vitro conditions. The experiment was laid out in a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with three replications per treatment. Five fungal biocontrol agents viz., Trichoderma harzianum, T. viride, T. hamatum, T. virens and a fungal consortium from MPKV, Rahuri along with two bacterial biocontrol agents namely Pseudomonas fluorescens and Bacillus subtilis were evaluated for their effectiveness against S. vesicarium. The results showed significant variation in the inhibitory effects of bioagents on the mycelial growth of the test pathogen with percent growth inhibition ranging between 53.70 to 85.19 per cent. T. harzianum was reported to be most effective, showing a minimum colony diameter of 13.33 mm with the highest growth inhibition (85.19%) thus reported as superior to all other treatments whereas, Pseudomonas fluorescens was reported with a least percent growth inhibition (53.70%).
Adaptive Position Control of Electrohydraulic Servo Systems with Parameter Uncertainty using Artificial Bee Colony Optimization Algorithm
Authors: Akinrinde Henry A. , Ayinde Babajide O. , El-Ferik Sami
Published: October 2024

In this paper, we present a robust adaptive backstepping-based controller for precise positioning of the spool valve in an Electro-Hydraulic Servo System (EHSS) under conditions of parameter fluctuations. Classical control strategies, such as PID and linear controllers, often struggle with the nonlinearities and parameter uncertainties inherent in EHSS, leading to poor tracking performance and instability. To overcome these limitations, we employ the Artificial Bee Colony (ABC) algorithm to optimize the controller parameters, minimizing both the tracking error and control signal. The proposed controller ensures uniform ultimate boundedness of the error and control signal by utilizing a Lyapunov-based stability criterion, which guarantees that errors do not exceed a predefined bound despite uncertainties and disturbances. Simulation results validate the robustness and effectiveness of the control scheme, even in the presence of parameter variations. Additionally, a comparative analysis with sliding mode control highlights the superior performance of the proposed method, particularly in providing smoother control signals and reducing chattering while ensuring stability.