bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Cytological Features of Oral Cytobrush Smears in Type II Diabetes Mellitus Patients
Authors: T. Ahmed Mohammad , T. Garib Balkees
Published: January 2024

Oral cytology is a renewed field that aids in diagnosis and observation of possible epithelial changes associated with oral mucosal diseases. Aim; to study the main cytomorphological alteration in gingival and buccal smears from type II diabetics in relation to their hyperglycemic status. The study includes 40 type II diabetic patients (20 new-diagnosed and 20 treated diabetics patients) and 20 healthy persons of both sex. Papanicolaou stained smear were prepared from their cheek and gingiva. The morphological features of 100 unfolded epithelial cells were evaluated under light microscope. Results of this study show that diabetics’ oral mucosa cells characterized by large nuclei with frequent evidence of binucleation, granular chromatin, prominent nucleoli. However, there was frequent small blue cytoplasm and buccal smears showed altered keratinization. As conclusion oral cytology from type II diabetics is associated with detectable cytomorphological changes that is site specific and indicate epithelial cell regeneration and degeneration with altered keratinization especially in buccal mucosa.
Evaluation of Sealing Ability of New Composite Filling Material
Authors: F. AL-Khalidi Emad , A. Ismail Sabah , M. Obosi Mohammed
Published: January 2024

This study was conducted to investigate the sealing ability (microleakage) of new composite restorative materials at tooth/composite interface.Thirty non carious, extracted human premolars teeth were mounted in acrylic resin, the teeth were randomly divided into three groups (n=10) according to the type of composite (tetric T-Econom, Evo ceram,IPS Empress). A standardize class V (5×3×2) mm dimensions cavity was prepared on the facial surface of each tooth (each group with corresponding bur type). After the specimens were filled with three types of composite restoration. They stored for one month in 37ºc distilled water, thermo cycled for 500 cycles between (5ºc & 55ºc) and immersed in 2% methylene blue solution for 24h., and then sectioned longitudinally. For both occlusal and gingival margins, dye penetration at the tooth/composite interfaces were scored from 0-3 under stereomicroscope at a magnification x10. Data were analyzed using unpaired T-test, ANOVA, and Duncan’s multiple rang test at 5% significant level.Kruskal-wallis test show that there was a significant difference in microleakage between the three types of composite it represent that there was less microleakage in group filled with IPS Empress while tetric T-Econom show the highest leakage.There was no significant difference in microleakage between IPS Empress and Evo ceram composite filling.AS Conclusions; Within the limitations of this in vitro study the results show that there was less microleakage in the cavities filled with IPS Empress composite and EVO ceram composite as compared with Tetric T-Econom composite.
Comparing the Effects of Denture Base Materials on Hygiene of Mucosal Denture Bearing Area
Authors: M. Mustafa Ghada , A. Abed AlBaki Mohammed , A. Naji Sahar
Published: January 2024

This study attempted to evaluate the effects of using partial denture on the oral mucous membrane of the denture bearing area between 48 patients attended the private clinic seeking RPD treatment , two types of denture material were used (Hard or heat cured acrylic partial denture and flexible(Nylon) partial denture) .Flexible dentures exhibited viscoelastic behaviour that lead to improvement in masticatory function and patients comfort compared with hard dentures .Flexible dentures showed little effects on the mucosa of denture bearing area and little changes on the mucosa, but there were high influences on the soft tissues properties with using hard acrylic denture type . Denture hygiene found mainly fair in both hard and flexible(nylon) denture base materials.
Maxillary Sinus Measurements in Different Age Groups of Human Cadavers
Authors: A. Abd-alla Mohammad , J. Mahdi Abdul-Jabbar
Published: January 2024

The maxillary air sinus is the largest air sinus among the four air paranasal sinuses, which is a cavity in the body of maxilla. It is pyramidal in shape co nsisting of base, apex and four sides; its base comprises the thin lateral wall of nasal cavity. This study carried out at the Institute of Forensic Medicine in Baghdad and the Forensic Medicine Unit in Tikrit Teaching Hospital during the period from January 2010 to July 2011. A randomized sample of 110 human cadavers that arranged in four different age groups and dissected to study the three dimensions of both maxillary sinuses in both sexes by using a standard flexible tape measure or vernier caliper. The mean v alue of the maxillary sinus length in males was (36.4 ± 4.6 mm) and in females was (33.9 ± 4.2 mm); from these results, the mean value of males was significantly greater than that of females. On the other side, the mean value of the maxillary sinus width in males was (27.4 ± 4 mm) and in females was (25.3 ± 3.9 mm); therefore, these results demonstrate that the maxillary sinuses were wider in males than females. For males, the mean value of the maxillary sinus height was (35.1 ± 3.9 mm) and for females was (30.8 ± 3.6 mm). From these findings, a higher significant difference between the mean values was found; also there was a high significant difference between the two genders because the mean value of the maxillary sinus height for males was significantly higher than that for females. According to age groups of the present study, group 1 of maxillary sinus found to be still in growing state and not reaching its full size. Group 2 showing an extensive growth in maxillary sinus length and width, especially on the right side. Group 3 might partly showing growth in maxillary sinus length and height, which indicates that at this age the maxillary sinus reaches its full height. Finally, group 4 might partly indicates that the maxillary sinus reaches its full growth if it fails to reach it in group 3. The findings of the present study disagree with that done by Parks who mademeasurements for the maxillary sinuses on normal Korean adults using computed tomography, since these differences were may be due to ethnic variations. Also due to race differences, this study disagree with Fernandes (2) who studied the maxillary sinus in European and Zulu using computed tomography.
Evaluation the Quality Three Different Obturation Technique Using Multi-Slice Computed Tomography: An In-Vitro Study
Authors: A. Abduallah Huda , B. Taha Omar , M. Jasim Ahmed
Published: January 2024

After endodontic space has been completely cleaned, shaped and disinfected, a three-dimensional obturation of this space will be the ultimate objectiv e of endodontic therapy. With a durable three dimensional obturation any communication with the periodontium will be eliminated and prevented. The aim of this study was to use multi-slice CT scanning to determine: (i) number of voids (ii) diameter or length of voids and (iii) presence of voids at material/tissue interfaces in root canals obturated with: (a) E & Q Master (b) Lateral Condensation, and (c) Soft Core system. Thirty freshly extracted human mandibular premolar teeth were used in this study. After pr eparation of the root canals, the teeth were divided into three groups with 10 teeth in each groups. G1 obturated with E&Q master, G2 obturated with Lateral Condensation, and G3 was obturated with Soft Core. GuttaFlow was used as sealer for all groups. After obturation all the specimen were analyzed with multi-slice CT, the data obtained was statistically analyzed us ing ANOVA test followed by Duncan's multiple range test ,a val ue of p< 0.05 was considered statistically significant.Voids are obs erved in all groups, Neither technique was free of voids or p erfectly smooth. Overall, the canals that obturated with E&Q mas ter showed the lowest number of voids (3.0), whereas those ob turated with lateral condensation showed the highest number (3.9) and the differences was statistically significant. The canals t hat obturated with Soft core showed the highest mean of voids diameter ( 0.77 mm) , whereas those obturated with E&Q m aster and lateral condensation had the lowest mean (0.62 mm and 0.61 mm) respectively, and the differences were statisti cally significant. The percentage of outer voids was higher for a ll techniques than the inner voids. The presence of inner voids was the highest in canals that obturated with soft core system (9.230%). Conclusion: E&Q master of obturation show the low est number of voids. Obturation with Soft core show the highest m ean of voids diameter. In all obturation techniques, the outer voi ds was higher than inner voids.
Experimental Study and Mathematical Modeling for Corrosion of Amalgam at Different Periods
Authors: A. Majed Rana , Abdul kathem Ali Khawla , B. Al-Atrakchy Hind , D. Al-Deen Hawraa
Published: January 2024

This work involves experimental study for corrosion of amalgam as filling material after different period time (0, 7, 14, 21, 35, 42 days) in artificial sa liva by electrochemical method to estimate corrosion parameters such as corrosion potential Ecorr, corrosion current density icorr, and Tafel slopes bc & ba. The results of polarization resistance which calculated according to Stern- Geary equation indicates that the resistance of amalgam was increased during the experimental period due to stable phases which produced between mercury and other powders in amalgam such as Snâ€“Hg and Agâ€“Hg, in addition to Agâ€“Cu and Agâ€“Sn phases. Cyclic polarization t est shows that the reverse scan curves meet the forward scan curve along the passive range.Numerical modeling was achieved to estimate the corrosion behavior of amalgam in artificial saliva through longer period time, the results of this modeling shows that values of polarization resistance for amalgam at long time of filling decreases with time, but after 2200 days of filling, i.e. after a t least 6 years.
A comparison of visual acuities obtained following biometry measurements by contact and immersion A-scan techniques
Authors: Darade Dnyanoba M. , Naik Hrishikesh Dilip , Puranik Mudra Anand
Published: January 2024

Objectives:

This study aimed to obtain and compare ocular biometry measurements in terms of axial length, anterior chamber depth, and lens thickness by contact and immersion ultrasound techniques of A-scan and compare postoperative results in terms of visual acuity and spherical refractive error obtained by each of these techniques.

Materials and Methods:

This study was a prospective cohort and a comparative study that was done on 188 eyes under evaluation for cataract surgery. Out of these, 94 eyes were evaluated for biometry measurements using the immersion technique, and the rest were evaluated using the contact technique. Intraocular lens (IOL) powers were calculated using each of the above biometry parameters, and postoperative visual outcomes were obtained in terms of visual acuity and spherical refractive error. Results of demographic, clinical, and biochemical characteristics were expressed as range, mean, and median. For qualitative data, the Chi-square test and for comparison, Students’ unpaired t-tests were used. TAQhe statistical software SPSS Statistics was used to analyze the data. Microsoft Office Word and Excel 2019 were used to generate graphs and tables. P<0.05 was considered as significant.

Results:

Visual acuity was significantly better in the patients who underwent IOL implantation whose power was calculated by the immersion method on the 1st postoperative day. However, there was no significant difference in the final corrected visual acuity. Spherical refractive error at the end of 1 month was significantly greater in patients who underwent IOL power calculation by the contact method as compared to the immersion method.

Conclusion:

The immersion method of A-scan gives a lesser refractive error postoperatively and is a more precise method of biometry, though there is no difference in the final visual acuity obtained by either of these methods.
The use of topical rapamycin in successfully treating non-Langerhans cell histiocytosis in a pediatric patient
Authors: Pudukadan David , Jose Jeevana Mary
Published: January 2024

Non-Langerhans cell histiocytosis (non-LCH) refers to a collection of medical conditions distinguished by the excessive growth of histiocytes in bodily tissues. It is important to note that these conditions do not meet the established diagnostic criteria for Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH). Juvenile xanthogranuloma (JXG) and benign cephalic histiocytosis (BCH) represent the prevailing forms of cutaneous non-LCH. We present a case of JXG which responded to topical treatment with a 0.1% topical ointment of rapamycin. Rapamycin, an immunosuppressive and antineoplastic agent, can thus be a viable alternative non-invasive topical modality for managing JXG. However, it is imperative to conduct prolonged observations to evaluate the efficacy and potential adverse reactions.
O processo de reconhecimento da mulher enquanto sujeito político nos contextos rurais
Authors: Marques da Costa Bruna , Pável de Oliveira Conrado
Published: January 2024

As comunidades rurais possuem uma longa trajetória de resistência e luta pela conquista de seus direitos políticos e sociais. Ao se analisarem, de modo mais específico, as questões de gênero, percebe-se que esse cenário de exclusão acentua as desigualdades vivenciadas pelas mulheres camponesas. Diante disso, objetivou-se analisar o percurso socio-histórico da emancipação feminina nas realidades rurais, evidenciando as lacunas existentes, as contribuições das políticas públicas e as possibilidades das práticas psicológicas emancipatórias. O presente artigo trata de um estudo exploratório, de abordagem qualitativa, do tipo bibliográfico e de revisão narrativa. Busca discutir sobre o processo de reconhecimento da mulher camponesa enquanto portadora de direitos e pertencente à esfera produtiva, apesar de serem reconhecidos os limites das políticas sociais na sociedade capitalista. Nesse sentido, a construção das políticas públicas de gênero mostrou-se essencial para o alcance da visibilidade do trabalho feminino na agricultura familiar e nas lutas pela terra. Outrossim, ficou evidente a urgência e a importância da aproximação da Psicologia nos meios rurais com o intuito de fortalecer a abertura de espaços de discussão sobre as questões de gênero, bem como contribuir para exercícios de autonomia e emancipação.
Mulheres atingidas pela mineração e barragens
Authors: Veras Pessoa Silva Camilla
Published: January 2024

À luz do arcabouço teórico da Psicologia Socio-histórica e do Feminismo comunitário latino-americano, o presente estudo visou a compreender os impactos psicossociais vivenciados pelas mulheres atingidas pela mineração e barragens e as estratégias de mobilização e resistências territoriais adotadas. Através da metodologia de pesquisa bibliográfica foi realizada uma revisão da literatura pré-existente em que se pode observar que nos territórios onde ocorre exploração mineral as mulheres conformam o grupo social mais vulnerável aos múltiplos impactos psicossociais, socioeconômicos e ambientais. As mulheres negras, indígenas, quilombolas, pescadoras e camponesas estão mais suscetíveis à perda de soberania alimentar, tendo em vista a contaminação do solo e das águas por resíduos tóxicos; à perda de trabalho e renda, e consequente empobrecimento; à alteração do seu modo de vida, deslocamento compulsório e enfraquecimento dos laços comunitários, além do aumento da sobrecarga de trabalho doméstico e de cuidados com os membros da família, exposição a problemas de saúde típicos de territórios atingidos por megaprojetos e as violências patriarcais, com destaque para a violência doméstica, violência sexual, prostituição e exploração sexual de crianças e adolescentes. As mulheres protagonizam ainda os processos de resistência e as lutas ambientais em suas comunidades de origem, criam estratégias de mobilização comunitária e se posicionam contra o modelo de desenvolvimento econômico capitalista baseado na espoliação e mercantilização da natureza.
Clinical and psychological analysis of states of psychological maladaptation in servicemen of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine
Authors: Cherniaiev Mykhailo
Published: January 2024

The goal of the work. The purpose of the work is to carry out a clinical and psychological analysis of the states of psychological maladaptation in the servicemen of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine who took part in the hostilities. Contingent and research methods. With informed consent, 159 servicemen (VS) of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine (SBU) who took part in hostilities were examined at the Hospital of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine. The comprehensive examination included the use of clinical-psychological and psychodiagnostic methods. Results of the research. Of the total number of 103 respondents (64.7%) found outlined signs of psychological maladaptation (PDA) of varying intensity (main group, CO), 56 people (35.3%) - single individual signs of PDA (comparison group, GP). 69 people (43.4%) with symptoms of PDA were included in the CO, which, according to the authors of the method, we interpreted as manifestations of neuroticism with a high level of psycho-emotional tension, and 34 people (21.4%), in whom the presence of outlined maladaptive symptoms, often, syndromic design. The GP, respectively, included 52 respondents (32.7%) who had some isolated signs of PDA, which indicated the pre-nosological severity and immaturity of its symptoms, and 4 people (2.5%) with no existing signs of PDA. In the course of the work, a wide range of pathopsychological and negative socio-psychological phenomena associated with PDA in the Armed Forces of the State Tax Service of Ukraine, which took part in hostilities, was established. Among the main manifestations - the presence of affective disorders of mild depression (subdepression), comorbid manifestations of addictive behavior at the level of risky or harmful use of alcohol, tobacco, coffee (tea), cannabinoids, sedatives and stimulants, overeating, watching TV, computer use, computer, and gambling, as well as reducing the level of general socio-psychological adaptation and quality of life. Conclusion. The identified patterns should be taken into account in the development of treatment-and-rehabilitation and preventive measures for the Armed Forces of the State Tax Service of Ukraine, which took part in hostilities.
Menstrual disorders in the aspect of stress-related reproductive health disorders of women servicemen in the ATO /JFO zone
Authors: Burlaka Olena , Vahnier Viktoriia
Published: January 2024

This text is the thesis of the III scientific-practical conference with international participation "Psychosomatic medicine: science and practice". The following is an analysis of the relationship between the manifestations of menstrual dysfunction and the indicators of the hormonal reproductive profile of servicewomen exposed to stressors of the war zone.
Non-psychotic psychiatric disorders in patients with chronic somatic non-communicable diseases under conditions of permanent stress: The role of metabolic therapy
Authors: Chaban Oleg , Khaustova Olena , Tymoshchuk Y
Published: January 2024

bstract. The article discusses the current issues of comorbidity between mental disorders and chronic non-infectious somatic diseases, highlighting the importance of a multidisciplinary patient-centered approach in the treatment of these conditions. Additionally, in light of the negative impact of the Russian military aggression on the mental health of Ukrainians, this paper presents the positive experience of using the dietary supplement Cognitium® in a regimen of 1 ampule twice a day as an additional therapy for non-psychotic mental disorders in adult patients with chronic somatic diseases under conditions of chronic stress. The positive impact of Cognitium® was noted in the reduction of affective, cognitive and somatoform symptoms, specifically: decreasing in the level of anxiety and depression, mood stabilization, improvement of concentration and memorization of new information, increasing energy levels, restoration of sleep and appetite.
CAN ILLUSTRATION HELP US UNDERSTAND OUR CATS BETTER?
Authors: Kovačič Pšenica , Erjavec Vladimira
Published: January 2024

Recent feline behavioral research, spearheaded by Scott and Florkiewicz (2023), has made groundbreaking strides in decoding the complexity of cat communication. The study meticulously cataloged 276 facial expressions, each intricately linked to a broad spectrum of the cats’ emotional states and communicative intents. This extensive array of expressions, which includes a “play face” akin to those ob­served in other species, signifies a depth of social interac­tion previously unacknowledged in domestic cats.
Ali nam ilustracija lahko pomaga bolje razumeti naše mačke?
Nedavne raziskave mačjega vedenja, ki sta jih vodili Scott in Florkiewicz (2023), so naredile prebojne korake v dešifrira­nju kompleksnosti komunikacije mačk. Študija je natančno katalogizirala 276 izrazov obraza, vsak tesno povezan s ši­rokim spektrom čustvenih stanj in komunikacijskih name­nov mačk. Ta obsežen nabor izrazov, ki vključuje »igralni obraz«, podoben tistim, opaženim pri drugih vrstah, ozna­čuje globino socialne interakcije, ki prej ni bila priznana pri domačih mačkah.
ASSOCIATION OF IL-37 AND IL-40 WITH SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS IN FEMALE IRAQI PATIENTS
Authors:   1Department of Biotechnology, College of Science, University of Baghdad,  Baghdad,  Iraq, wissamla86@gmail.com., Lateef Abdullah1 Wissam , Abed Reema Mohammed ,   2Assistant Professor PhD. Department of Biotechnology, College of Science, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq, Reema.aloubaidy@yahoo.com.
Published: January 2024

The primary cause of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is autoantibodies to self-antigens. Interleukin 37 (IL-37) and Interleukin 40 (IL-40) are important cytokines which may play a role in regulating inflammation and involved in pathogenesis of autoimmune diseases like SLE. This study was aimed the interleukin levels (IL-37 and IL-40) during systemic lupus erythematous (SLE) development in Iraqi female patients. The present study was conducted on 100 female SLE patients and 100 healthy female controls, with mean ages of patients and controls )32.85 ± 0.99 and 32.05 ± 0.91)years, respectively. Erythrocytes Sedimentation Rate (ESR) and C-reactive protein (CRP) were investigated in this study. Enzyme-linked immune sorbent assay(ELISA) kits examined levels of interleukins in the serum of patients and healthy controls. The results found that IL-37 levels in SLE patients were lower than in controls(23.39 ±0.92ng/mL vs48.02 ±0.46ng/mL), respectively, with a statistically significant. While serum IL-40 levels appeared to have a higher significant in patients compared with the healthy control (9.98 ±0.32ng/mL vs4.16 ±0.05ng/mL) respectively. Also, ESR and CRP was high significant in patients compared with healthy controls. In conclusion, these findings suggest that IL-40 and IL-37 could be used as a biomarker for SLE.
EFFECT OF PARTICLE SIZE AND DIE HOLES DIAMETER IN THE MACHINE ON BROILER FEED PELLETS QUALITY
Authors:   1Professor, Department of Animal Production, College of Agriculture, University of Diyala, Iraq. basimabbas@uodiyala.edu.iq., Aboud Abbas1 Basim , Jasim2 Abdulrazzak A. ,   2Professor, PhD, Department of Agricultural Machines and Equipment, College of Agricultural Engineering Ssciences, University of Baghdad, Iraq. abdulrazzak.jasim@coagri.uobaghdad.edu.iq., Bander3 Luma K. ,   3Professor, PhD, Department of Animal Production, College of Agricultural Engineering Ssciences, University of Baghdad, Iraq. lumaa.khaled@coagri.uobaghdad.edu.iq.
Published: January 2024

Due to the need for controlling and regulating of feed pellet. Pellet that is imported or locally manufactured is accompanied by cracking and crumbling percentage that occur during transporting and distributing to animals, using conveyors and mechanical feeders. This study aimed to determine the effect of particle size and die holes diameter in the machine on broiler feed pellets quality in pellet durability, pellet direct measurement, pellet expansion, and pellet length. Three particle size 2, 4, and 6 mm, and three diameters of die holes in the machine 3, 4, and 5 mm, have been used. The results showed that changing the particle size from 2 to 4 then to 6 mm led to a significant decrease in pellet durability and pellet lengths, pellet expansion was increased, whereas it did not significantly effect on pellet direct measurement. Increasing the die holes diameter from 3 to 4 to 5 mm led to a significant decrease in pellet durability, pellet direct measurement and pellet lengths, increased pellet expansion. The particle size of the diet 2 mm and die holes diameter of 3 mm recorded the highest pellet durability at 93.40%, pellet direct measurement at 95.12%, pellet lengths at 86.96%, and less pellet expansion at 0.88%. The minimum particle size and die holes diameter gave the highest pellet durability, pellet direct measurement, pellet lengths, and lowest pellet expansion with all the considered indicators.
Recommendation Model for Learning Material Using the Felder Silverman Learning Style Approach
Authors: Hasibuan M. S. , Abdul Aziz R. Z. , Dewi Deshinta Arrova , Kurniawan Tri Basuki , Syafira Nasywa Aliyah
Published: January 2024

The biggest obstacle that students have when participating in a virtual learning environment (e-learning) is discovering a platform that has functionalities that can be customized to fit their needs. This is usually accomplished in several ways using educational resources such as learning materials and virtual classroom design elements. Our research has tried to meet this demand by suggesting an extra element in the virtual classroom design, i.e., classifying the students’ learning styles through machine-learning techniques based on information gathered from questionnaires. This feature allows teachers or instructors to modify their lesson plans to better suit the learning preferences of their students. Additionally, this feature aids in the creation of a learning path that serves as a guide for students as they choose their course materials. In this study, we have selected the Felder-Silverman Learning Style Model (FSLSM) in the questionnaire design, which focuses on identifying the students' learning styles. After that, we employ several machine learning algorithms to create a prediction model for the students’ learning styles. The algorithms include Decision Tree, Support Vector Machines, K-Nearest Neighbors, Naïve Bayes, Linear Discriminant Analysis, Random Forest, and Logistic Regression. The best prediction model from this exercise contributes to the recommendation model that was created using a collaborative filtering algorithm. We have carried out a pre-test and post-test method to evaluate our suggestions. There were 138 learners who were following a learning path and participated in this study. The findings of the pretest and post-test indicated a notable increase in students' motivation to study. This is confirmed by the fact that learners' satisfaction with online learning climbed to 87% when the learning style was considered, from 60% when it wasn't. Doi: 10.28991/HIJ-2023-04-04-010 Full Text: PDF
Enhancing Trustworthiness and Interoperability of Electronic Voting Systems through Blockchain Bridges
Authors: Rexha Blerim , Neziri Vehbi , Dervishi Ramadan
Published: January 2024

Decentralized applications leveraging blockchain technology are gaining widespread adoption within the decentralized applications ecosystem. Interoperability, a fundamental concept facilitating seamless data and processing power exchange across diverse blockchain networks, is paramount in this context. The primary objective of this paper is to explore the transformative potential of "blockchain bridges" in facilitating secure and transparent electronic voting processes across multiple blockchain networks. The study employs a comprehensive analysis of various approaches, including atomic exchanges, sidechains, cross-chain bridges, token wrappers, and interledger protocols. The selection of a specific method is guided by the unique requirements and privacy considerations of the electronic voting use case. The application of two distinct blockchains serves as a practical demonstration, illustrating the principles of blockchain bridges in real-world scenarios. The research reveals that blockchain bridges not only streamline the exchange of data between diverse blockchain networks but also establish a dual decentralization paradigm. This paradigm enables the creation of openly maintained, purpose-specific, decentralized ledgers for electronic voting. The integration of blockchain bridges significantly reduces the risk of fraud, instilling greater confidence in the accuracy of election results. Thus, by presenting a comprehensive array of approaches and emphasizing their practical application, this research contributes to advancing the understanding and implementation of blockchain technology in the critical domain of electronic voting. Doi: 10.28991/HIJ-2023-04-04-04 Full Text: PDF
Reinventing Formulas for Construction Project Delay Index Due to Management and Production
Authors: Luthan Putri Lynna A. , Sitanggang Nathanael , Syafriandi Syafriandi
Published: January 2024

The objective of this study is to construct a precise formula for the management and production delay indicators that are integrated into Ms. Project's dashboard. Two simulation techniques, such as the manual formula computation and calculation integrated into the Ms. Project dashboard, were employed. Due to management and the production team's tardiness, the data were obtained through trial-and-error methods. Excel was used to analyze the data, and Ms. Project was used to enter the calculations. The research showed that the Ms. Project dashboard formula gave more detailed information about the construction project, including: (1) contract value; (2) actual progress value during monitoring; (3) value of plan progress during monitoring; (4) progress deviation; (5) cause of delay; and (6) management delay index and production delay index. The novelty of this study is that project delays have traditionally been held against the production party (contractor), whereas implementation delays have never been taken against the management party (consultant). However, using this method makes it evident who is responsible for a project delay, whether it comes from management (a consultant) or the manufacturing side (a contractor). Doi: 10.28991/HIJ-2023-04-04-06 Full Text: PDF
Color Analysis of Cloud Brocade Pattern by Image Style Transfer
Authors: Wu Chuanqi
Published: January 2024

With the continuous improvement of the level of science and technology, the design method of cloud brocade pattern has gradually changed from the traditional process of color halo, white, and gold stranding to the modern design process, such as the synthesis of cloud brocade line pattern based on the transfer of image style. But back to reality, this method still has problems such as blurred outline and mixed colors, which is not conducive to the transfer of cloud brocade style pictures. Based on this, the paper will use the cloud brocade pattern style transfer color optimization model to analyze the color of the cloud brocade pattern in order to get a better cloud brocade style effect map. The results show that the average similarity of the local migration algorithm is 0.348, while the average similarity of the local migration algorithm based on color optimization is 0.378, which is 8.62% higher than that of the local migration algorithm. After 1600 iterations, the average running time of the local migration algorithm is 13.65s, and the running time of the local migration algorithm for color optimization is 12.46s. It can be seen that the local migration algorithm based on color optimization has obvious advantages in both comprehensive similarity and running time and can provide new ideas and references for the current design of Yunjin pictures. Doi: 10.28991/HIJ-2023-04-04-07 Full Text: PDF
Relationships between Brand Value and Country's GDP
Authors: Puriwat Wilert , Tripopsakul Suchart
Published: January 2024

Brand development has emerged as a critical strategy for economic prosperity where assets from both physical and nonphysical sources significantly influence a nation's economy. However, the impact of these intangible assets on economic growth still requires further clarification. This study aims to investigate the relationship between nation brand value and economic growth and to examine whether this impact varies depending on countries' income levels. Based on data from the global soft power index and gross domestic product (GDP) of 120 countries from Brand Finance Nation Brands and Word Bank in 2022, linear regression and moderation analysis results reveal that nation brand values positively impact national economic growth. The results of the moderation effect analysis by the PROCESS macro reveal that the impact of nation brand value on economic growth is significantly more substantial for lower-income economies than for higher-income economies. Our study is one of a few attempts to clarify the effect of nation brand value on a nation's economic growth. The outcome of this research provides more understanding for exploiting the nation brand development concept to create a superior competitive advantage, consequently leading to the prosperity of nation economies. Doi: 10.28991/HIJ-2023-04-04-08 Full Text: PDF
Presentación
Authors: Robles Ruiz Ana Alejandra
Published: January 2024

En el número 21.2 de LiminaR. Estudios Sociales y Humanísticos encontrarán un dossier sobre Negritud y antirracismo en Améfrica Ladina, coordinó Tito Mitjans Alayon, conformado por seis artículos y un documento. De igual manera, se suman a este númerootros ocho artículos, que van desde la incidencia del COVID-19 en la academia; los retos y dificultades que enfrentan en la actualidad dos pequeñas comunidades pesqueras del sureste de México; la valoración del “trabajador de la cultura” en un presente donde impera el modelo neoliberal de conocimiento; la exclusión escolar con base en el currículo en México y Costa Rica; las nuevas formas de autonomía posibles en Chiapas a partir del zapatismo; la caracterización y función del personaje sobrenatural del Weya’weya en algunos relatos de tradición oral zoque; hasta la influencia de las actividades de aprendizaje individualizadas y los estados emocionales en el desempeño académico de estudiantes de nivel superior. Desde luego, no podía faltar la sección de “Reseñas”, integrada esta vez por cuatro textos críticos en lo que respecta a investigaciones de reciente publicación. Y dándole cuerpo a la sección de “Documentos”, se comparte un total de tres trabajos. Las imágenes que ilustran la portada del número y acompañan cada uno de los artículos son del fotógrafo Hugo Arrellanes.
Developing the Console Dash: a 2D Adventure Game using Godot Game Engine
Authors: Retno Sujacka , Fortilla Zeny Arsya , Sinambela Ilmi Suciani
Published: January 2024

A 2D platformer game, console dash is a game that tells the story of Dax, a curious game character, jumping out of his console to go on an adventure. He goes through difficult levels, collects objects and meets new friends. They form a team and fight a villain named Glitch. The aim of this research is to design a 2D Console Dash platformer game with an adventure genre that is interesting and also quite difficult to complete. This application was created using the Godot game engine with the GDScript programming language. The method used in this final assignment uses the MDLC model software development method, and uses the SWOT method for system weakness analysis. The final result of this project is a 2D platformer game that plays smoothly and provides an enjoyable gaming experience. Console Dash offers attractive graphics, music and sound effects that liven up the atmosphere of the game, as well as challenging levels to explore. Moreover, this game has an intuitive interface and responsive controls.
Development of The Momon Adventure HTML5 Canvas Game Based on Website
Authors: Panjaitan Cherlina Helena Purnamasari
Published: January 2024

The development of games is increasingly rapid, followed by tools for making games. There are many game genres, Platform Games or Platformers is one of them. Platform games are a genre of video games whose main objective is to control a character who jumps or climbs between platforms to achieve a specific goal. Platformers are characterized by level designs that feature terrain that varies in challenge and demands the player character's abilities (such as jumping and climbing) to navigate the player's environment and achieve the objectives in each level. For example, there are many famous platformer games such as Super Mario, Sonic, Metal Slug and so on. This game is inspired by the game Fly Bird. This development uses HTML 5 Canvas and uses the Javascript programming language.
Frog Adventure: 2D Based Platformer Game Design with HTML5
Authors: Tawakal Rayendra , Hezma Mela , Cahyani Dewi Regita
Published: January 2024

A game is an activity or form of entertainment that involves players in a structured system of rules. Typically, games involve clear goals, challenges, interaction, and decision making by players. Games can be played individually or in groups, either physically or via electronic media such as computers, game consoles, or mobile devices. This report provides in-depth information about the game "Frog Adventure" by choosing Javascript as the main programming language, as well as notepad++ for the code editor container to help create the designed game. The aim of making this game is to fulfill the final assignment in the Game Development course. "Frog Adventure" is a game that combines friendly gameplay, attractive graphics and positive user experience. This information provides a better understanding of the game's strengths and weaknesses, as well as suggestions for future development.
Classification of Receiving Electricity Subsidy Assistance in Blang Panyang Village Using the K-NN (K-Nearest Neighbor) Method
Authors: Jannah Miftahul , Salsabila Cut Syahira , Faiza Nur , Mutasar Mutasar
Published: January 2024

The electricity subsidy program is one of the poverty reduction programs by providing electricity subsidy assistance funds to poor and disadvantaged households paid by the Government of Indonesia to PT PLN (Persero). The government implements a targeted electricity subsidy policy, the subsidy must be truly enjoyed by the poor. The purpose of this research is to test the K-Nearest Neighbors algorithm in predicting the receipt of electricity subsidy assistance. In the dataset of beneficiaries used in this study, there are 45 records or tuples with four attributes (house condition, income, occupation and number of amperes). The prediction of new data categories is done by using the manual calculation stage of Euclidean Distance from three different K values. The results show that with K=15, K=30 and K=45 the new data (46) has an "Ineligible" category with an accuracy rate of 100%. Then with K=45, K=30 and K=45 the new data (D46) has a "Viable" category with an accuracy rate of 66.6%.
The Application of the K-Nearest Neighbor (KNN) Method to Determine House Locations in the Batuphat and Tambon Tunong Areas, Aceh
Authors: Khairi Abil , Fahrezi Irgi , Sahputra Irfan , Anshari Said Fadlan
Published: January 2024

This study aims to apply the K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN) method to find the location of a house situated precisely on the border between Batuphat and Tambon Tunong. The issue faced by the college friends is the difficulty in determining whether the house falls within the Batuphat or Tambon Tunong area. The KNN method is used due to its ability to classify based on the nearest neighbors' distance.The data used in this research includes information on the house's location and the Batuphat and Tambon Tunong areas. The training process is conducted to form the KNN model based on the known location data, while the testing process is employed to classify the unknown house location into either the Batuphat or Tambon Tunong area.The results of the study demonstrate that the KNN method can be utilized to determine the location of a house situated on the border between Batuphat and Tambon Tunong. By considering the nearest neighbors' distance, the house can be classified into one of the areas with a high level of accuracy.This research contributes to providing a solution for college friends who face difficulties in determining the house location on the Batuphat and Tambon Tunong border. The KNN method can serve as an effective tool in addressing this problem. Moreover, this study can serve as a basis for further development in the field of location classification based on the KNN method.
Implementation of K-NN Algorithm to classify the Scholarship Recipients of Aceh Carong at Universitas Malikussaleh
Authors: Yanti Riski , Retno Sujacka , Yafis Balqis
Published: January 2024

In an effort to increase the efficiency of the scholarship selection process, this research aims to implement the K-Nearest Neighbors (K-NN) algorithm in the classification of scholarship recipients. The research method involves collecting data on scholarship receipts from several previous years based on predetermined criteria such as father's job, mother's job, parent's income, number of parents working, father's last education, and mother's last education. Next, the K-NN algorithm is applied to classify prospective scholarship recipients based on the similarity of their profiles to students who have received previous scholarships. The results of this research indicate that the implementation of the K-NN algorithm in the classification of scholarship admissions at Malikussaleh Aceh Carong University can increase selection accuracy. The experimental results of the accuracy values obtained show that using the K-Nearest Neighbors algorithm with the Euclidean Distance approach and a value of K = 3 produces an algorithm accuracy level of 87.55%. Thus, the K-NN algorithm can be a useful method for scholarship selectors to support more precise and objective decision making.
Comparison of the Results of the K-Nearest Neighbor (KNN) and Naïve Bayes Methods in the Classification of ISPA Diseases (Case Study: RSUD Fauziah Bireuen)
Authors: Putri Riska Yolanda , Yunizar Zara , Safwandi Safwandi
Published: January 2024

Acute Respiratory Infection or commonly called (ARI) is a disease caused by bacteria or viruses. (ARI) can attack all ages, especially children. This study aims to compare the accuracy of classification in (ARI) disease. The data used is data from patients affected by (ARI) disease at Fauziah Bireuen Hospital. K-Nearest Neighbors and Naïve Bayes can be used in the classification of (ARI) diseases. Measurement of accuracy using Confusion Matrix in the K-Nearest Neighbors method with the Eulidean Distance approach in the case of (ARI) disease classification obtained a percentage of precision of 91%, recall 84% and accuracy of 88%. While the Naïve Bayes method obtained a percentage of precision of 95%, recall 78% and accuracy of 86%. The results of the accuracy comparison of the two methods show that the K-Nearest Neighbors method has a higher accuracy rate than the Naïve Bayes method.
La innovación tecnológica y el comportamiento organizacional en las pequeñas empresas industriales
Authors: Ramos-Méndez Eric , Arceo-Moheno Gerardo , Acosta-De La Cruz José Trinidad
Published: January 2024

El auge de las Tecnologías de Información y Comunicaciones (TIC) ha ocasionado que las empresas busquen la innovación a través de ellas. Sin embargo, el proceso de adaptación y puesta en marcha al interior de las organizaciones no siempre ha resultado exitoso, debido a que un factor preponderante y clave es el factor humano. Es común encontrar como barrera en las empresas la resistencia al cambio, propiciando con ello modificaciones en las conductas y actitudes del personal. En esta investigación se realizó un análisis descriptivo de las innovaciones tecnológicas y el comportamiento organizacional (CO), partiendo de que el CO se crea a partir de la conducta individual y de las relaciones humanas que se establecen a través de las relaciones de trabajo. El estudio se realizó en las pequeñas empresas industriales de Villahermosa, Tabasco. La investigación fue cuantitativa de tipo descriptiva.
Relación entre el liderazgo transformacional y la satisfacción laboral de los empleados administrativos de una empresa maquiladora del sector automotriz
Authors: Barragán-Ceniceros Marissa , Vargas-Salgado María Marisela , Gómez-Bull Karla Gabriela
Published: January 2024

En la actualidad, las organizaciones deben estar en constante innovación debido a la competitividad y la globalización, para ellos, los líderes de las empresas deben de poner atención al contexto laboral en donde se desempeñan los trabajadores. El objetivo de esta investigación fue analizar si el liderazgo transformacional se relaciona de alguna manera con la satisfacción laboral de los empleados administrativos que laboran en una empresa maquiladora de giro automotriz ubicada en Ciudad Juárez Chihuahua. El estudio fue de tipo cuantitativo, no experimental, transeccional, descriptivo y correlacional causal, se utilizó un instrumento de 44 ítems en su totalidad, con el cual se midio los constructos de estudio a un total de 200 sujetos. Los datos fueron analizados mediante la herramienta estadística SPSS versión 20. Los resultados muestran que existe una relación positiva y significativa entre el liderazgo transformacional y la satisfacción laboral.
Aplicación y validación de un instrumento para identificar la incidencia del entrenamiento y capacitación en la productividad
Authors: Lizárraga-Rodríguez Lorena Oddeth
Published: January 2024

El estudio de caso investiga acerca de la falta del entrenamiento y capacitación: Caso NIMSA OPERACIONES MEXICALI, con el objetivo de validar un instrumento que mida la importancia de los programas de gestión del conocimiento para el desarrollo del talento humano por medio del entrenamiento y capacitación, enfocada al área productiva. El estudio determina la importancia del sistema de aprendizaje para el desarrollo del empleado lo cual asegurará el aumento en la productividad por medio del desarrollo y aplicación de un instrumento con 2 dimensiones a considerar: Gestión del conocimiento y capacitación por competencias, en la cual los colaboradores identificaron que, para obtener mayores porcentajes de productividad era necesario contar con personal capacitado para lograr los objetivos organizacionales.