bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Strategi Kepala Madrasah Dalam Meningkatkan Kinerja Guru Di MA Muslimat NU Palangka Raya
Authors: Fauzi Ahd , Wasliman Iim , Dianawati Eva
Published: May 2023

Pendidikan sangat penting bagi masyarakat dan merupakan kebutuhan manusia. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengungkap strategi kepala madrasah dalam meningkatkan kinerja guru di Madrasah Aliyah Muslimat Nahdlatul UlamaPalangka Raya. Penelitian ini merupakan jenis penelitian kualitatif. Peneliti menggunakan teknik observasi, wawancara dan studi dokumentasi. Informan dari penelitian ini yaitu Kepala madrasah dan Guru di MA Muslimat NU Palangka Raya. Analisis data oleh Miles dan Huberman yaitu reduksi data, penyajian data dan penarikan kesimpulan. Sedangkan dalam keabsahan data peneliti menggunakan kredibilitas, keteralihan, ketergantungan dan ketegasan. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa pelaksanaan strategi kepala madrasah pada aspek kinerja guru yang mencangkup, pembinaan kinerja guru, pengawasan kinerja guru, pembinaan disiplin kinerja guru, dan pemberia motivasi. Kinerja guru sudah baik dan berjalan dengan baik hanya saja belum dilakukan dengan maksimal.
Manajemen Pembiayaan Ketua Yayasan Pendidikan Islam Dalam Memperluas Akses Kelembagaan
Authors: Laksono Hadi , Wasliman Iim , Dianawati Eva
Published: May 2023

Dalam kajian ini penulis mencoba mengangkat factor-faktor yang mempengaruhi paradigma berpikir kesisteman pendidikan Islam. Yang menjadi fokus masalah bagi penulis ialah manajemen, pembiayaan, akses dan kelembagaan. Selanjutnya dalam penelitian ini penulis menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif. Pendekatan ini lebih dideskripsikan dan diklasifikasikan sesuai dengan kondisi penelitian. Dari hasil kajian ini menunjukkan bahwa: Manajemen Pembiayaan pendidikan berpengaruh terhadap akses kelembagaan pendidikan. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa manajemen pembiayaan merupakan sebuah proses dalam mengoptimalkan sumber dana yang ada, mengalokasikan dana yang tersedia dan mendistribusikannya sebagai fasilitas atau sarana pendukung proses pembelajaran sehingga tercipta proses pembelajaran yang efektif dan efisien serta jauh lebih baik. Untuk mencapai mutu sekolah yang baik, biaya pendidikan harus dikelola dengan optimal dan maksimal. Oleh karena itu, tahapan pada manajemen pembiayaan pendidikan perlu diperhatikan dan menjadi prioritas utama.
Manajemen Pendidikan Dan Pelatihan Kepemimpinan Pengawas Dalam Mengembangkan Kualitas Kinerja Aparatur Sipil Negara
Authors: Karimi Zaini Najih , Wasliman Iim , Dianawati Eva
Published: May 2023

Manajemen pendidikan dan pelatihan kepemimpinan merupakan representasi dari berbagai sumber yang bertanggung jawab untuk meningkatkan kualitas Sumber Daya Manusia. Manajemen pendidikan dan pelatihan kepemimpinan diharapkan mempunyai arah dan kebijakan yang akan menopang keberhasilan lembaga yang menjadi kelompok dasar untuk pengembangan sumber daya manusia. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode data statistik deskriptif untuk mengetahui manajemen pendidikan dan pelatihan kepemimpinan kinerja aparatur sipil negara. Hasil penelitian menemukan bahwa pelatihan pengawas dan melakukan koordinasi awal dengan lembaga penyelenggara pelatihan terakreditasi. Hasil penelitian memberikan rekomendasi model pendidikan dan pelatihan yang cocok pada era sekarang untuk aparatur sipil Negara yang memiliki jabatan pengawas.
Peningkatan life skills education mahasiswa melalui pengembangan bahan ajar micro teaching berbasis multimodal literacy
Authors: Jelita Dian , Zulhammi Zulhammi , Zulhimma Zulhimma
Published: May 2023

Proses pembelajaran tidak terlepas dari penggunaan bahan ajar yang merupakan komponen penting dalam proses belajar mengajar. Pada Mata kuliah micro teaching di Program Studi Pendidikan agama islam belum adanya bahan ajar yang memadai sehingga perlu adanya pengembangan bahan ajar. Model penelitian pengembangan yang diterapkan dalam penelitian ini merupakan pengembangan 4D Model (define, design, develop dan disseminate), teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan observasi, dokumentasi dan wawancara serta instrumen peniliaian validasi ahli berupa ahli materi, bahasa, desain dan juga terdapat analisis respon pengguna. Data yang didapatkan dalam penelitian ini di analisis deskriptif kuantitatif sesuai prosedur pengembangan yang dilakukan. Hasil dari penelitian ini berdasarkan dari tujuan penelitian yaitu untuk mengetahui bagaimana mengembangkan bahan ajar micro teaching berbasis multimodal literacy. Dan bagaimana peningkatan life skills education mahasiswa PAI UIN FAS melalui pengembangan bahan ajar micro teaching berbasis multimodal literacy. Adapun hasil penelitian sebagai berikut: data penelitian diperoleh secara langsung dari lokasi penelitian yang kemudian dianalisis dengan menggunakan referensi yang sesuai untuk menghasilkan buku ajar yang dikembangkan, peningkatan life skills education mahasiswa PAI UIN FAS Bengkulu melalui pengembangan bahan ajar micro teaching berbasis multimodal literacy dinyatakan tinggi dengan nilai rata-rata N-Gain score sebesar 0,71 dan N-Gain Score persen sebesar 70,65.
Manajemen Bimbingan Manasik Haji Dalam Membina Kemandirian Calon Jamaah Haji
Authors: Taufikurrahman Taufikurrahman , Wasliman Iim , Dianawati Eva
Published: May 2023

Ibadah haji merupakan rukun Islam yang kelima setelah syahadat, shalat, zakat dan puasa. Menunaikan ibadah haji merupakan kewajiban bagi setiap muslim yang memenuhi syarat mampu baik material, fisik dan keilmuan dengan cara berkunjung ke Baitullah dan melaksanakan beberapa kegiatan mengenai haji seperti syarat, rukun, wajib, sunah haji. Sebab haji itu berbeda dengan ibadah yang lainnya yang dalam pelaksanaannya membutuhkan waktu dan tempat tertentu. Pelaksanaan pelayanan ibadah haji haruslah dilakukan secara optimal dan professional untuk menghindari setiap permasalahan yang dihadapi. Termasuk didalamnya adalah peran Kelompok Bimbingan Ibadah Haji (KBIH) yang sangat diperlukan. Penyusunan artikel ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif. Sedangkan jenis penelitian yang digunakan adalah penelitian lapangan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan Program pelaksanaan manasik haji sebagai upaya peningkatan pengetahuan ibadah haji di KBIHU Armina Kota Palangka Raya yaitu mulai dari pendaftaran, bimbingan manasik haji, bimbingan pada saat pelaksanaan ibadah haji di Arab Saudi, pemulangan, hingga pembinaan dan bimbingan setelah pelaksanaan ibadah Haji. Metode pembelajaran dalam pelaksanaan manasik haji sebagai upaya peningkatan pengetahuan ibadah haji bagi calon jamaah haji di KBIHU Armina Kota Palangka Raya yaitu penggunaan metode dalam pembimbingan haji dan umrah melalui manasik haji bisa lebih dari satu macam (bervariasi). Metode yang variatif dapat membangkitkan motivasi calon jamaah haji. Dalam pemilihan dan penggunaan sebuah metode harus mempertimbangkan aspek efektifitasnya dan relevansinya dengan materi yang disampikan oleh pembimbing. Metode yang digunakan dalam manasik haji diantaranya yaitu metode ceramah, metode simulasi, dan metode tanya jawab.
Upaya Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Lari Sprint Melalui Penerapan Gaya Mengajar Periksa Diri (Self Check Style) Pada Siswa
Authors: Nurkhoiroh Nurkhoiroh , Haryani Meri , Pulungan Khoirul Anwar , Haryanto Arief Ibnu , Suardika I Kadek
Published: May 2023

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untukmngetahui peningkatan hasil beajar lari spint melalui penerapan gaya mengajar periksa diri (self check style) pada siswa kelas VIII SMP 14 Medan. Penelitian ini dilaksanankan di SMP 14 Medan, waktu penelitian dilaksanankan selama 2 minggu. Yang menjadi subjek penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas VIII dengan jumlah 44 orang. Metode dalam penelitian menggunakan PTK (Penelitian Tindakan kelas). Hasil penelitian menunjukkkan bahwa pembelajaran melalui penerapan Gaya mengajar periksa diri (self check style) dapat meningkatkan hasil belajar lari sprint,nilai rata-rata siswa pada tes awal adalah 53,38 (tidak tuntas), pada tes siklus I nilai rata-rata siswa meningkat menjadi 59,63 (tidak tuntas), dan pada pelakanaan tes siklus II nilai rata-rata siswa pada tes awal adalah 25%, pada tes siklus I meningkat menjadi 43,18%, dan pada pelaksanaan tes isklus II persentase ketuntasan belajar siswa telah mencapai 86,36%.
Tingkat Kepuasan Peserta Didik Atraksi Pencak Silat
Authors: Kadir Sulasikin Sahdi , Hidayat Joni Taufik , Haryanto Arief Ibnu , Kasim Lukman , Ali Husin , Ganny Rochmad C
Published: May 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memperoleh temuan deskriptif tentang kepuasan peserta didik atraksi pencak silat. Penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian deskriptif dengan menggunakan angket/kuesioner sebagai instrument melalui Google Form dengan mengacu pada tingkat kepuasan terdiri dari 4 faktor yakni Bukti Fisik (Tangible), Kehandalan(Reliability), Daya tanggap (Responsiveness), Jaminan (Assurance), dan Empati (Emphaty). Pengambilan sampel pada penelitian ini Accidental Sampling sebanyak 484 responden. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian dapat disimpulkan bahwa peserta didik yang mengikuti atraksi pencak silat merasa puas terhadap pelayanan panitia maupun pelatih dilihat dari faktor bukti fisik, kehandalan, daya tanggap, asuransi serta empati.
Hubungan Kecepatan Lari 30 Meter Dan Daya Ledak Otot Tungkai Terhadap Hasil Lompat Jauh Siswa
Authors: Resmana Riand , Okilanda Ardo , Selviani Iit
Published: May 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui hubungan kecepatan lari 30 meter terhadap hasil lompat jauh, mengetahui hubungan daya ledak otot tungkai terhadap hasil lompat jauh, mengetahui hubungan kecepatan lari 30 meter dan daya ledak otot tungkai secara bersama-sama terhadap hasil lompat jauh. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan metode korelasi. Populasi penelitian ini berjumlah 279 orang, Dari populasi diambil sampel sebanyak 15 % secara random atau dengan teknik Random Sampling. Dengan demikian diperoleh anggota sampel sebanyak 40 orang. Teknik analisis data yaitu dengan korelasi product moment dan korelasi ganda. Dari analisis data 1) terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara kecepatan lari 30 meter terhadap Hasil lompat jauh siswa SMK Negeri 1 Solok Selatan thitung (3.94) > ttabel (1.69), 2) Terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara daya ledak otot tungkai terhadap hasil lompat jauh siswa SMK Negeri 1 Solok Selatan thitung (4.80) > ttab (1.69), 3) terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara kecepatan lari 30 meter dan daya ledak otot tungkai secara bersama-sama terhadap hasil lompat jauh siswa SMK Negeri 1 Solok Selatan Fhitung (12.17) > Ftabel (3.26). Dapat disimpulkan bahwa siswa yang memiliki kecepatan lari dan daya ledak otot tungkai yang baik juga memiliki kemampuan lompat jauh yang baik.
Pengembangan E-Modul Berbasis Contextual Teaching And Learning (CTL) Pada Materi SPLDV Kelas VIII SMP/MTs
Authors: Tanzimah Tanzimah , Pazona Lilis Sari , Octaria Dina
Published: May 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menghasilkan e-modul pada materi SPLDV kelas VIII SMP/MTs yang valid, praktis, dan untuk mengetahui keefektifan e-modul yang telah dikembangkan. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian pengembangan dengan menggunakan model ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). Objek penelitian ini merupakan kualitas e-modul berbasis Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) pada materi SPLDV kelas VIII SMP/MTs yang dikembangkan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa e-modul yang dikembangkan dapat dinyatakan valid berdasarkan penilaian ahli media dengan skor rata-rata 3,1; penilaian ahli materi dengan skor rata-rata 3,2; dan memperoleh kriteria sangat valid berdasarkan penilaian pendidik dengan skor rata-rata 3,7. E-Modul juga dinyatakan sangat praktis berdasarkan angket respon peserta didik dengan total skor rata-rata 3,5 dan hasil observasi pembelajaran sebesar 86%; dan e-modul dinyatakan sangat efektif berdasarkan tes hasil belajar peserta didik dengan persentase sebesar 82%.
Technical and Economic Assessment of the Use of an Autonomous Photoelectric Water Lift Installation in the Karakum Desert
Authors: Myradowich Penjiyev Ahmet
Published: May 2023

Abstract: One of the urgent problems of Turkmenistan is the development of desert territories, which occupies 80%. The task of scientific research is to analyze the problems of energy supply and water supply for the development of the desert and the desertification of this territory. One of the priority energy supply is the use of renewable energy sources, water supply, the use of groundwater. The article considers the eco-energy resources and potentials of solar energy for lifting water from the depths, using technical and economic methods to evaluate capital investments, investment costs and energy efficiency of solar photovoltaic water lifting stations in the Karakum Desert. The given methodology for technical and economic calculations, capital investments, investment costs and evaluation of the effectiveness of operational parameters for use in transhumance will be useful in the preparation of a feasibility study (feasibility study). On the basis of solar - energy resources, calculate, draw up an energy map of the rise of water from the depth of occurrence and evaluate the technical and economic indicators for the development of the Karakum desert and the development of transhumance.
Meta-Analysis of Variations in Association between APOE ɛ4 and Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Across Hispanic Regions of Origin
Authors: Huggins Lenique K.L. , Min Se Hee , Kaplan Samantha , Wei Jingkai , Welsh-Bohmer Kathleen , Xu Hanzhang
Published: May 2023

Background: Emerging research has shown racial and ethnic variations in the magnitude of association between the apolipoprotein ɛ4 (APOE ɛ4) allele and the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD). Studies researching this association among Hispanic groups within and outside of the United States have produced inconsistent results. Objective: To examine the association between the APOE ɛ4 allele and the risk of developing ADRD in global Hispanic populations from different ethnic regions of origin. Methods: PubMed, Embase, Scopus, and PsycInfo were searched for studies relating to Hispanic/Latin American origin, APOE ɛ4, and ADRD. Odds ratios (OR) of ADRD risk for individuals with APOE ɛ4 versus those without APOE ɛ4 were extracted and calculated using random effects analysis. Results: 20 eligible studies represented Caribbean Hispanic, Mexican, South American, Spanish, and Cuban groups. Overall, APOE ɛ4 was significantly associated with increased risk of ADRD (Odds Ratio [OR] 3.80, 95% CI: 2.38–6.07). The association was only significant in the South American (OR: 4.61, 95% CI: 2.74–7.75) subgroup. Conclusion: There was an association between APOE ɛ4 and increased ADRD risk for the South American subgroup. The strength of this association varied across Hispanic subgroups. Data is limited with more studies especially needed for adjusted analysis on Spanish, Central American, Cuban Hispanic, and Caribbean Hispanic groups. Results suggest additional environmental or genetic risk factors are associated with ethnic variations.
Associations of Microvascular Dysfunction with Mild Cognitive Impairment and Cognitive Function Among Rural-Dwelling Older Adults in China1
Authors: Jiang Chunyan , Wang Yongxiang , Dong Yi , Liu Rui , Song Lin , Wang Shanshan , Xu Zhe , Niu Sijie , Ren Yifei , Han Xiaodong , Zhao Mingqing , Wang Jiafeng , Li Xiaohui , Cong Lin , Hou Tingting , Zhang Qinghua , Du Yifeng , Qiu Chengxuan
Published: May 2023

Background: Microvascular dysfunction (MVD) may contribute to cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease, but evidence is limited. Objective: To investigate the association of composite and organ-specific MVD burden with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and cognition among rural-dwelling Chinese older adults. Methods: In this population-based cross-sectional study, we assessed MVD makers using optical coherence tomographic angiography for retinal microvasculature features, brain magnetic resonance imaging scans for cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD), and serum biomarkers for MVD. A composite MVD score was generated from the aforementioned organ-specific parameters. We used a neuropsychological test battery to assess memory, verbal fluency, attention, executive function, and global cognitive function. MCI, amnestic MCI (aMCI), and non-amnestic MCI (naMCI) were diagnosed following the Petersen’s criteria. Data was analyzed with the linear and logistic regression models. Results: Of the 274 dementia-free participants (age≥65 years), 56 were diagnosed with MCI, including 47 with aMCI and 9 with naMCI. A composite MVD score was statistically significantly associated with an odds ratio (OR) of 2.70 (95% confidence interval 1.12–6.53) for MCI and β-coefficient of –0.29 (–0.48, –0.10) for global cognitive score after adjustment for socio-demographics, lifestyle factors, APOE genotype, the Geriatric Depression Scale score, serum inflammatory biomarkers, and cardiovascular comorbidity. A composite score of retinal microvascular morphology was associated with a multivariable-adjusted OR of 1.72 (1.09–2.73) for MCI and multivariable-adjusted β-coefficient of –0.11 (–0.22, –0.01) for global cognitive score. A composite CSVD score was associated with a lower global cognitive score (β= –0.10; –0.17, –0.02). Conclusion: Microvascular dysfunction, especially in the brain and retina, is associated with MCI and poor cognitive function among rural-dwelling older adults.
Subjective Sleep Quality as it Relates to Cognitive and Physical Function in Spinal Muscular Atrophy Patients
Authors: Wennberg Alexandra , Lenzoni Sabrina , Turcano Pierpaolo , Casagrande Elena , Caumo Luca , Sorarú Gianni , Pegoraro Elena , Semenza Carlo
Published: May 2023

Sleep quality and its association with cognition has been widely studied in some neurodegenerative diseases, but less is known about this association in spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). In adult SMA ( n = 21) patients and age-matched controls ( n = 23), we assessed subjectively measured sleep quality and daytime somnolence. Cognition was assessed with a multi-domain neuropsychological battery. Further, we investigated the association between clinical functional scores and sleep questionnaire scores. Among SMA patients, better motor and limb function was associated with better subjective sleep quality ( p’s< 0.05). Clinicians should consider sleep quality in patient care and future studies are needed to better understand these relationships.
Neurofilament Light Protein Predicts Disease Progression in Idiopathic REM Sleep Behavior Disorder
Authors: Zhang Xuan , Ma Li , Liang Danqi , Song Bingxin , Chen Jingshan , Huang Yaqin , Xu Lin , Zhao Peng , Wu Wei , Zhang Nan , Xue Rong
Published: May 2023

Background:

Idiopathic rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder (iRBD) is increasingly recognized as a manifestation preceding the α-synucleinopathies like Parkinson’s disease (PD). Neurofilament light chain (NfL) have been reported to be higher in synucleinopathies as a sign of neurodegeneration.

Objective:

To evaluate whether plasma NfL is valuable in reflecting cognitive and motor status in iRBD and PD with a premorbid history of RBD (PDRBD), and predicting disease progression in iRBD.

Methods:

Thirty-one patients with iRBD, 30 with PDRBD, and 18 healthy controls were included in the cross-sectional and prospective study. Another cohort from the Parkinson’s Progression Markers Initiative (PPMI) dataset was enrolled for verification analysis. All patients received evaluations of cognitive, motor, and autonomic function by a battery of clinical tests at baseline and follow-up. Blood NfL was measured by the Quanterix Simoa HD-1.

Results:

In our cohort, 26 patients with iRBD completed the follow-up evaluations, among whom eight (30.8%) patients displayed phenoconversion. Baseline plasma NfL cutoff value of 22.93 pg/mL performed best in distinguishing the iRBD converters from non-converters (sensitivity: 75.0%, specificity: 83.3%, area under the curve: 0.84). Cognitive and motor function were significantly correlated with NfL levels in PDRBD (correlation coefficients: –0.379, 0.399; respectively). Higher baseline NfL levels in iRBD were significantly associated with higher risks for cognitive, motor, autonomic function progression, and phenoconversion at follow-up (hazard ratios: 1.069, 1.065, 1.170, 1.065; respectively). The findings were supported by the PPMI dataset.

Conclusion:

Plasma NfL is valuable in reflecting disease severity of PDRBD and predicting disease progression and phenoconversion in iRBD.
Predicting Motor Outcome and Quality of Life After Subthalamic Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson’s Disease: The Role of Standard Screening Measures and Wearable-Data
Authors: Geraedts Victor J. , van Vugt Jeroen P.P. , Marinus Johan , Kuiper Roy , Middelkoop Huub A.M. , Zutt Rodi , van der Gaag Niels A. , Hoffmann Carel F.E. , Dorresteijn Lucille D.A. , van Hilten Jacobus J. , Contarino Maria Fiorella
Published: May 2023

Background:

Standardized screening for subthalamic deep brain stimulation (STN DBS) in Parkinson’s disease (PD) patients is crucial to determine eligibility, but its utility to predict postoperative outcomes in eligible patients is inconclusive. It is unknown whether wearable data can contribute to this aim.

Objective:

To evaluate the utility of universal components incorporated in the DBS screening, complemented by a wearable sensor, to predict motor outcomes and Quality of life (QoL) one year after STN DBS surgery.

Methods:

Consecutive patients were included in the OPTIMIST cohort study from two DBS centers. Standardized assessments included a preoperative Levodopa Challenge Test (LCT), and questionnaires on QoL and non-motor symptoms including cognition, psychiatric symptoms, impulsiveness, autonomic symptoms, and sleeping problems. Moreover, an ambulatory wearable sensor (Parkinson Kinetigraph (PKG)) was used. Postoperative assessments were similar and also included a Stimulation Challenge Test to determine DBS effects on motor function.

Results:

Eighty-three patients were included (median (interquartile range) age 63 (56–68) years, 36% female). Med-OFF (Stim-OFF) motor severity deteriorated indicating disease progression, but patients significantly improved in terms of Med-ON (Stim-ON) motor function, motor fluctuations, QoL, and most non-motor domains. Motor outcomes were not predicted by preoperative tests, including covariates of either LCT or PKG. Postoperative QoL was predicted by better preoperative QoL, lower age, and more preoperative impulsiveness scores in multivariate models.

Conclusion:

Data from the DBS screening including wearable data do not predict postoperative motor outcome at one year. Post-DBS QoL appears primarily driven by non-motor symptoms, rather than by motor improvement.
Examining the impact of premature birth on parental mental health and family functioning in the years following hospital discharge: A review
Authors: Legge Nele , Popat H. , Fitzgerald D.
Published: May 2023

BACKGROUND: This review provides an update of the current research related to the impact of extreme and very premature birth on parental mental health and family functioning following discharge from hospital. METHODS: Full-text peer reviewed articles in English, describing parents’ and families’ health and wellbeing after the discharge from hospital of their baby using validated questionnaires, were evaluated. Results of included studies are presented in a summarized format. Embase, Medline and PsycINFO databases were accessed in January 2021. RESULTS: 38 studies were included. Nine manuscripts reported on parental mental health and 13 on stress, which are a concern after the birth of a premature infant, especially in the first year. Depression, anxiety, and stress are known to measure higher compared to parents of infants born at term. Over several years, these measures of mental health decrease significantly. Four reported on quality of life for parents of premature infants, which is reduced immediately after discharge, but then improves over time. The impact of premature birth on the family functioning was described in ten included studies and was described to have positive and negative consequences. CONCLUSION: The negative impact of the premature birth and hospital journey on parental mental health lessens significantly with time.
A case of breast milk-acquired cytomegalovirus infection in an extremely low birth weight infant
Authors: Kasai R. , Toriyabe K. , Goto T. , Hatano M. , Kondo Y. , Ohta T. , Suyama M. , Goto T. , Koide W. , Maki K. , Ushijima K. , Ban K.
Published: May 2023

INTRODUCTION: Although breast milk is considered the optimal nutrition for infants, it is also the primary cause of postnatal cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection. Preterm infants with postnatal CMV infections are susceptible to a variety of life-threatening conditions. CASE SUMMARY: Twin male infants were delivered via emergency caesarian section at 27 weeks’ gestation secondary to maternal complete uterine rupture. The Apgar scores at 1 and 5 min were 1 and 1 for the older twin (Twin A) and 0 and 3 for the younger twin (Twin B). Their birth weights were 1203 g (+ 0.65SD) and 495 g (– 3.79SD) respectively. On day 41, laboratory blood test results for Twin B showed a moderate elevation in C-reactive protein (CRP), thrombocytopenia. CMV quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) tests in Twin B’s urine and blood as well as in the mother’s breast milk were positive, but stored, dried umbilical cord CMV qPCR tests were negative. Twin B was diagnosed with a postnatal CMV infection secondary to infected breast milk and ganciclovir was commenced on day 52. Treatment was switched to valganciclovir at 74 days of age, but a negative CMV-DNA level in the blood was not achieved. Postnatal CMV infection in this infant led to an exacerbation of pre-existing bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) and he demised at 182 days of age. CONCLUSION: Postnatal cytomegalovirus infections may lead to exacerbations of BPD. Early use of raw breast milk in preterm infants should be done with careful consideration of this potential complication.
Six- and 12-month functional outcomes among patients with confirmed acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) with onset in 2018, United States
Authors: Lopez Adriana S. , Kidd Sarah , Yee Eileen , Dooling Kathleen , Routh Janell A.
Published: May 2023

PURPOSE: Acute flaccid myelitis (AFM), an uncommon but serious neurologic condition, primarily affects children, and can progress quickly to paralysis and respiratory failure. Data on long-term outcomes of patients with AFM are limited. This study reports on functional status through 12 months for AFM patients who became ill in 2018 in the United States. METHODS: Health departments collected information on outcomes at 6 and 12 months after onset of AFM using a standardized form that asked patients or their parents/guardians about functional status. Analyses were restricted to confirmed cases. RESULTS: Of the 238 confirmed AFM cases reported to CDC in 2018, 90 (38%) had assessments at 6 months, 82 (34%) at 12 months, and 49 (21%) at both 6 and 12 months. Among the 49 patients with data at both time points, the proportion of patients reporting significant or severe impairment at 6 months ranged from 2% to 59% depending on the outcome. Although proportions decreased by 12 months and ranged from 2% to 51%, most patients had some impairment at 12 months. No deaths were reported. CONCLUSION: Six- and 12-month outcomes in patients with onset of AFM in 2018 span a wide range of functionality, particularly of upper and lower extremities. Importantly, improvement appears to occur over time in some patients.
Far-field wireless power harvesting for inaccessible area wireless monitoring
Authors: Daiya Vinita , Ebenezer Jemimah , Jehadeesan R.
Published: May 2023

Far-field wireless power solutions are essential for wireless monitoring of inaccessible industrial areas. However, the intuitive nature of RF power is to degrade with distance square law. Due to this attribute, the wireless power solution in a far-field zone has not been practically conceptualized for industrial deployments. To identify a feasible wireless power solution, a 5×10 rectenna panel has been designed and developed in this work. The panel has been designed with a staggered row arrangement to investigate different rectenna arrangement patterns. With experimentation, an optimized rectenna arrangement pattern has been selected for demonstration of its applicability for network sustenance. This work emphasises that smart charging of storage capacitors plays a vital role in extending the wireless power range. The power demand for resource-constrained devices is on a microwatt scale, which can be easily delivered through wireless power in seconds.
Integrated Telehealth Infrastructure for Ambulatory Stroke Pathway Tyrol
Authors: Welte Stefan , Runge Julia , Rzepka Angelika , Jammerbund Bernhard , Geley Theresa , Hämmerle Dalia , Reiter Kristina , Pfeifer Bernhard , Kastner Peter
Published: May 2023

Background: The Integrated Treatment Pathway Stroke Tyrol was introduced for the care of people after an acute stroke event and includes four phases: acute prehospital care, inpatient treatment, inpatient rehabilitation and ambulatory, outpatient rehabilitation. For the 4th phase, the ambulatory rehabilitation of patients after discharge, the ICT platform “StrokeNet Tyrol” was established. Methods: Requirements and processes along the pathway and between the interdisciplinary team were taken into account for implementation based on a modular software architecture. Flexible rights and role concept was developed to support efficient collaboration of the heterogenic professions. Results: The routine usage of 342 users with 8 different roles, 2,219 registered patient cases within the last 4 years and first results of the integrated benchmarking solution give a positive impression regarding feasibility and effectiveness. Conclusion: To this point, a comprehensive infrastructure for the Ambulatory Tyrolean Stroke Pathway has been established. Results from outcome analyses and comparative studies could help to further improve usability and to expand the area of application for other indications.
Vitronectin Mediates Survival of Human WJ-MSCs Under Inflammatory Temperature Stress Via Cell Cycle Arrest
Authors: Goyal Umesh , Khader C Ashiq , Dutta Gupta Srishti , Ta Malancha
Published: May 2023

BACKGROUND: Due to their anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory capabilities, mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are being widely used in cell-based therapies for the treatment of a wide spectrum of inflammatory disorders. Despite their promises, substantial cell loss post transplantation leads to compromised therapeutic benefits in clinical trials, which remains a challenge to overcome. Inflammatory microenvironment comprises the presence of pro-inflammatory cytokines, elevated temperature, etc., which could hamper MSC viability following transplantation. Thus, identifying the underlying molecular factors controlling survival mechanism under such stress conditions becomes important. Also, since MSCs from different origins have significantly varied biology, choosing the appropriate MSC source could be critical in determining the fate of transplanted MSCs in a stressful milieu. OBJECTIVE: As extracellular matrix (ECM) components can mediate cell survival signals, in the present study, we have evaluated the role of ECM matricellular protein, vitronectin (VTN), in the survival of human umbilical cord-derived Wharton’s Jelly MSCs (WJ-MSCs) under the condition of inflammatory temperature stress. METHODS AND RESULTS: On exposure to 40°C, WJ-MSCs underwent cell cycle arrest with no significant change in viability status, along with an induction in VTN expression both at mRNA and protein levels. Interestingly, inhibition of pro-survival signalling pathways, ERK or PI3K, at 40°C led to further upregulation in VTN expression without any significant impact on viability or cell cycle arrest status. Interestingly, esiRNA mediated knockdown of VTN in WJ-MSCs at 40°C, with or without pro-survival pathway inhibitors, resulted in reduced cellular viability accompanied by a reversal in G0/G1 cell cycle arrest. CONCLUSIONS: These results established VTN as a protective factor that maintained the viability of WJ-MSCs at 40°C temperature stress. Finally, autophagy was indicated as a mechanism adopted by VTN in executing its pro-survival role.
Computer-Aided detection of tuberculosis from X-ray images using CNN and PatternNet classifier
Authors: Abraham Bejoy , Mohan Jesna , John Shinu Mathew , Ramachandran Sivakumar
Published: May 2023

BACKGROUND: Tuberculosis (TB) is a highly infectious disease that mainly affects the human lungs. The gold standard for TB diagnosis is Xpert Mycobacterium tuberculosis/ resistance to rifampicin (MTB/RIF) testing. X-ray, a relatively inexpensive and widely used imaging modality, can be employed as an alternative for early diagnosis of the disease. Computer-aided techniques can be used to assist radiologists in interpreting X-ray images, which can improve the ease and accuracy of diagnosis. OBJECTIVE: To develop a computer-aided technique for the diagnosis of TB from X-ray images using deep learning techniques. METHODS: This research paper presents a novel approach for TB diagnosis from X-ray using deep learning methods. The proposed method uses an ensemble of two pre-trained neural networks, namely EfficientnetB0 and Densenet201, for feature extraction. The features extracted using two CNNs are expected to generate more accurate and representative features than a single CNN. A custom-built artificial neural network (ANN) called PatternNet with two hidden layers is utilized to classify the extracted features. RESULTS: The effectiveness of the proposed method was assessed on two publicly accessible datasets, namely the Montgomery and Shenzhen datasets. The Montgomery dataset comprises 138 X-ray images, while the Shenzhen dataset has 662 X-ray images. The method was further evaluated after combining both datasets. The method performed exceptionally well on all three datasets, achieving high Area Under the Curve (AUC) scores of 0.9978, 0.9836, and 0.9914, respectively, using a 10-fold cross-validation technique. CONCLUSION: The experiments performed in this study prove the effectiveness of features extracted using EfficientnetB0 and Densenet201 in combination with PatternNet classifier in the diagnosis of tuberculosis from X-ray images.
LEI 12. 711/2012: POLÍTICAS E DISPUTAS NO ACESSO, PERMANÊNCIA E FORMAÇÃO NA EDUCAÇÃO SUPERIOR
Authors: Pereira Luciano da Silva , Da Silva Carla Aparecida , Mendes Larissa Melo , Dos Santos Yasmin Bondarenko
Published: May 2023

Na busca de romper as amarras da colonização e reconhecer processos invalidados, é urgente a necessidade de lançar um olhar investigativo para políticas públicas que garantam a emancipação e a justiça social. Nesse exercício de romper com a geopolítica do conhecimento e do poder, inspiradas/o na desobediência epistêmica, investigamos a situação de entrada e permanência, dos grupos marginalizados, nas Instituições de Educação Superior (IES) e as políticas que acompanham essa realidade. Por essa via, este trabalho se dedica a analisar o acesso, permanência e a formação de estudantes participantes da Lei de cotas 12.711, que atravessados pela colonialidade/modernidade, ingressam no ensino superior como ato concreto de descolonização. Como opção política e epistêmica, adotamos o pensamento decolonial como abordagem teórica. Entendemos que as chaves conceituais trazidas pelas/os autoras/es (Walter Mignolo, 2008, 2017; 2021; Nelson Maldonado-Torres, 2008; Catherine Walsh, 2009, 2016) em intersecção, propõem para o campo da formação docente/discente opções decoloniais de enfrentamento as desigualdades enquanto resultado do processo da colonialidade. Como orientação teórico-metodológico na construção da investigação, utilizamos a revisão bibliografia numa perspectiva decolonial a partir dos teóricos latino-americanos. Na intenção de manter o debate e reflexão sobre a importância de uma agenda democrática que inclui, na atualidade, enfrentamentos ao sistema desigual, mas que podem oferecer pontos de contato para outras lutas que se concentram nas experiências de resistências populares no Brasil.
SIN-TESIS: FLUJOS SENSORIALES EN LA INVESTIGACIÓN EN EDUCACIÓN
Authors: Ramallo Francisco
Published: May 2023

Reconocer el valor de las experiencias sensoriales que vivimos en la investigación en educación pone a su conocimiento en relación con nuestro cuerpo, transbordando la actitud interpretativa del contenido empírico, el dato realista y la razón intelectual. A partir de una serie de artículos académicos de mi autoría, en este texto recupero prácticas de lecturas no rectas, en sus tachaduras e intervenciones de su fluir contemporáneo. Lentamente, a partir de un relato inter-biográfico de la composición de una instalación, el interés por mi propia autobiografía profesional se desplaza a las experiencias que en ellas se movilizan. Aseverando sus flujos sensoriales, la indagación porta una “sin-tesis”: narrando experiencias componemos la investigación en educación y las posiciones biográficas devienen de su descomposición.
O SILÊNCIO SOCIAL DO EU
Authors: Rodrigues Maria Adriana Farias
Published: May 2023

Esse é um poema que fala sobre o silêncio perante as questões políticas do Brasil, trazendo a perspectiva do Eu, enquanto ser político que sofre os múrmurios da ausência de sua própria fala.
To Compare the Rescue Analgesia used in Post-Operative Period of Dexmedetomidine and Clonidine as an Adjuvant to Intrathecal Bupivacaine in Patients Undergoing Total Abdominal Hysterectomy
Authors: Choudhary Dr. Rupesh , Sharma Dr. Rahul , Jamwal Dr. Ankita , Drishti Dr. Divya
Published: May 2023

Background: Spinal block is the first choice for lower abdominal surgeries. Bupivacaine is the most common local anaesthetic used but has a shorter duration of action. Many adjuvants have been used to improve the quality of analgesia till postoperative period. In this study, we used ?2-agonists.

Methods: A prospective randomized single blind study was conducted in the Department of Anaesthesia IGMC SHIMLA at Kamla Nehru state hospital.

Results: Injection PCM 1gm was used as rescue analgesic if VAS ?4 was achieved in any patient. In Group C 10 patients received Inj PCM as compared to 8 patients in Group D. One patient in each group received 1 dose, 5 in Group C and 2 in Group D received 2 doses and 4 in Group C and 5 in Group D received 3 doses of Inj PCM in 24 hrs postoperative period. (p=0.693).

Conclusion: We concluded that the rescue Analgesia used in post operative period.
To Compare the Side Effect of Dexmedetomidine and Clonidine as an Adjuvant to Intrathecal Bupivacaine in Patients Undergoing Total Abdominal Hysterectomy
Authors: Choudhary Dr. Rupesh , Sharma Dr. Rahul , Jamwal Dr. Ankita , Drishti Dr. Divya
Published: May 2023

Background: Addition of adjuvants to routinely used intrathecal drugs is cornerstone in safe and effective prolongation of single shot spinal block for gynecological surgery. In resource deficient countries, where epidural anaesthesia is usually not used because of cost factor, adjuvants are routinely used to prolong the effect of regional anaesthesia. Alpha 2 agonists are considered best drugs as adjuvants, but there is inconclusive data in literature about the block characteristic, dose at which to be used and side effect after use of these drugs.

Methods: A prospective randomized single blind study was conducted in the Department of Anaesthesia IGMC SHIMLA at Kamla Nehru state hospital.

Results: Hypotension was seen in 5 patients of Group C and 4 patients of Group D. Three patients in both the groups required 2 doses of Inj mephenteramine and 2 patients in Group C and 1 in Group D required single dose of Vasopressor (Inj mephentermine). (p=0.83). Five patients had bradycardia, 3 Nausea and 3 had shivering in Group C, while only 2 patients had side effects in Group D i.e one patient had bradycardia and another nausea, vomiting. (p= 0.657)

Conclusion: We observed hypotension, bradycardia, nausea vomiting and post operative shivering in our patients during the study period but there was no statistical significance achieved amongst the groups. (p>0.05).
To Compare the Vas Score of Dexmedetomidine and Clonidine as an Adjuvant to Intrathecal Bupivacaine in Patients Undergoing Total Abdominal Hysterectomy
Authors: Choudhary Dr. Rupesh , Sharma Dr. Rahul , Jamwal Dr. Ankita , Drishti Dr. Divya
Published: May 2023

Background: Spinal anaesthesia is commonly used in gynaecological surgeries, with Bupivacaine being the most commonly used anaesthetic. Bupivacaine, on the other hand, has a shorter duration of action. This clinical study was conducted to evaluate the behaviour of intrathecal clonidine and dexmedetomidine as an adjuvant to bupivacaine in augmenting block characteristics in patients undergoing gynaecological procedures.

Methods: A prospective randomized single blind study was conducted in the Department of Anesthesia IGMC SHIMLA at Kamla Nehru state hospital.

Results: In Group C, Mean VAS score was 1±0 at 30 mins, 60 mins and 90 mins, however it increased to 2±0 at 120 mins, 150 mins, 180 mins and 210 mins. After 240 mins, VAS started increasing more in group C and at 270 mins mean VAS score significantly increased to 3±0 and then to 3.11±0.32, 3.63±0.49, 3.80±0.41 at 330 mins, 360 mins and 390 mins respectively.  In Group D, Mean VAS score increased from 1± 0 at baseline and 60 mins to 1.04±0.21, 1.98±0.15 2± 0, 2.07±0.25, 2.13±0.34, 2.98±0.15, 3±0, 3.02±0.15, 3.27±0.45 and 3.81±0.39 3.81±0.39 at 90 mins, 120 mins, 150 mins, 180 mins, 210 mins, 240 mins, 270 mins, 300 mins, 330 mins, 360 mins and 390 mins respectively. 

Conclusion: When compared between the groups, mean VAS score was significantly more in Group C at 240 mins, 330 mins and 360 mins(p≤0.021)
PENGARUH ALKALI SILIKA REAKTIF PASIR TERHADAP KUAT TEKAN MORTAR RENDAMAN
Authors: Kasmuri Mudiono , Ayuningtias Ajeng
Published: May 2023

Mortar is a building material made of cement, fine aggregate, and water. To get a good mortar strength, the properties, and characteristics of each of the mortar constituents must also be studied further. Aggregates containing silica can be reactive or non-reactive to alkaline elements in cement. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of alkaline silica reactive sand on the compressive strength and flexural strength of mortar immersed in seawater. This research uses an experimental method, namely Rangkas sand, Bangka sand and Lumajang sand which have gone through the XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence) testing process to determine the percentage of compound content contained. The research method to determine the reactivity of the sand refers to ASTM C 1260. The compressive strength and flexural strength of the mortar were tested with two variations of immersion, namely by using fresh water and sea water. The immersion of the mortar was carried out for 7, 14, 28 and 56 days. From the results of testing the compressive strength and flexural strength of mortar at the age of 28 days had the same results for fresh water and seawater immersion, namely sand with high potential for reactive alkali silica has low compressive strength and flexural strength values ​​for all types of immersion. The freshwater immersion method has been used to test the mortar's flexural and compressive strength. It has a higher compressive and flexural strength value than the seawater immersion mortar, with a percentage ratio of 27.1% of compressive strength and 17.3% of flexural strength in mortar, with an immerse age of 28 days.
СТРАТЕГІЯ УДОСКОНАЛЕННЯ СИСТЕМИ УПРАВЛІННЯ ПЕРСОНАЛОМ ПІДПРИЄМСТВА
Authors: Ягодзінський С. М. , Козинець А. О.
Published: May 2023

У статті досліджуються питання розробки стратегії удосконалення систе- ми управління персоналом. Запропоновано заходи підвищення ефективності мотивації пер- соналу підприємства. Зазначено, що на сьогодні є три основні принципи ефективної системи управління підприємством: ефективний підбір нових кадрів; розвиток та навчання персона- лу; мотивація персоналу. Акцентовано увагу на тому, що сучасна тенденція підготовки ка- дрів у провідних компаніях – це створення системи неперервного навчання спеціалістів та робітників для того, щоб персонал легко адаптувався до нових технологій, нових форм ор- ганізації праці. Саме для цього потрібно створити спеціальні умови для працівників, в яких кожен має можливість максимально розвиватися. Розглянуто категорії матеріального та нематеріального стимулювання. Авторами обґрунтовано тезу про те, що з метою підтрим- ки певного рівня ефективності системи управління персоналом потрібно, щоб компанія ви- користовувала декілька інноваційних прийомів, зокрема: систематично проводила перевірку існуючої системи управління персоналом на відповідність поставленим цілям; залучала пра- цівників з дирекції підтримки бізнесу до розробки та періодичного перегляду стратегічних цілей компанії та до розробки й аналізу системи управління підприємством тощо. Розроблено структуру мотиваційного механізму, запропоновано напрями його удосконалення. Зроблено акцент на тому, що під час формування системи мотивації персоналу потрібно підвищити зацікавленість персоналу у особистих результатах; узгодити з персоналом способи досягнен- ня цілей компанії і завдань через підвищення індивідуальних здібностей кожного з працівників; надати можливість для підвищення рівня професіоналізму та зростання результативності праці працівників; підтримувати новаторські ідеї та дії працівників. Систематизовано та узагальнено пріоритетні види матеріального та нематеріального стимулювання працівників. Запропоновано для підвищення мотивації персоналу ТОВ «Lifecell» впроваджувати наступні заходи: додаткові виплати за високі показники в роботі; премії за відсутність лікарняних, оплату абонементів у спортзал; грошові виплати на день народження, весілля, ювілей, при надзвичайних ситуаціях (смерть близьких, пограбування); компенсації витрат співробітників на проїзд до підприємства або організація службового транспорту тощо.
ВПЛИВ ВІЙНИ НА ГОТЕЛЬНО-РЕСТОРАННИЙ БІЗНЕС УКРАЇНИ
Authors: Даниленко-Кульчицька В. А.
Published: May 2023

У статті розглянуто вплив війни в Україні на вітчизняний готельно-ресторанний ринок. Відзначено, що для багатьох закладів цей вплив виявився катастрофічним і призвів до того, що вони були змушені припинити свою роботу. Також відзначено, що будь-яка криза приводить до появи нових можливостей. Проаналізовано зміни у веденні бізнесу, викликані війною. З’ясовано, що сьогодні ключовим показником ефективності готельно-ресторанного бізнесу є відсутність збитків та об’єктів, які потребують дотацій. Відзначено, що на заході та в центрі України ситуація є більш оптимістичною. Основною причиною цього стало вимушене і раптове прибуття у цей регіон великої кількості внутрішньопереміщених осіб. Попри значне просідання в перші місяці війни, сьогодні більшість закладів харчування західних та центральних регіонів за рівнем продажів вийшли на довоєнний рівень. З’ясовано, що основними проблемами, які створила війна підприємствам сфери гостинності є: фізичне знищення закладів, порушення логістичних ланцюгів, падіння купівельної спроможності населення, зростання собівартості продукції, відтік кваліфікованих працівників за кордон. Відзначено, що основним чинником економічного виживання закладів сфери гостинності є поєднання двох принципів: системності (розуміння стратегічних цілей, система контролю, прозорі внутрішні процеси та аналітика) і гнучкості (швидкість прийняття креативних, нестандартних рішень). Розглянуто можливі кроки, до яких можуть вдатися заклади готельно-ресторанного бізнесу з метою утримання позицій на ринку. А саме: заміна одних інгрідієнтів іншими, гнучке оновлення меню, створення власних ланцюгів поставок, організація власного імпорту, суворий контроль доходів та витрат, відкриття нових закладів у безпечних регіонах України або за кордоном, релокація бізнесу в інші регіони України, тимчасова відмова від маркетингових заходів, зміна форми оплати праці та робочих графіків тощо. Запропоновано використовувати позитивний досвід повоєнного відновлення економіки готельно-ресторанного сектору таких країн як Хорватія, Кіпр, Грузія.