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Aviation and Climate Change: Challenges and the Way Forward
Authors: Elen Paraskevi Paraschi
Published: August 2023

There is a broad scientific consensus that the phenomenon of global warming is very likely driving a global climate change. There is also a developing understanding that climate change and air transport have a two-way relationship. This paper aims to identify the possible impacts of climate change on the aviation sector and to discuss adaptation plans that will address the vulnerabilities and will ensure safe aviation-related operations. Climate change is known to cause disruptions in airport operations due to greater and more frequent temperature extremes and changes in precipitation and wind that are very possible to demand increased take-off distances and decreased climb rates. Extreme rainfall and rising sea levels may threaten coastal and low-lying airports with flooding. Changes in biodiversity and wildlife patterns intensify the bird strike hazard. Disruptions also occur in air operations. Increasingly frequent extreme weather events are responsible for air traffic delays. Changing atmospheric patterns and icing conditions challenge aircraft performance and rise flight duration and flight costs. The above risks may have a direct impact on travel and tourism, affecting destination favorability and the duration of the tourism season. All the above concerns call for urgent actions from the policymakers and the industry. Adaptation measures include the development of risk-assessment frameworks and action plans for the major stakeholders, technology advancements to deal with gas emissions and oil depletion, long-range infrastructure planning and investment, the introduction of climate-related regulations, as well as raising awareness and promoting collaboration as key steps in building climate change resilience for the global aviation sector.
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Sustainable Aviation in the Middle East: A Study of Two UAE-Based Carriers
Authors: Nahed Bahman  , Mahmood Shaker
Published: August 2023

Middle East aviation industry comprises 4.5 percent of the global aviation market, thanks to its strategic location between all continents of the world and its position as a hub connecting the European and Asia-Pacific markets. The UAE is the biggest aviation market in the Middle East, with a 45 percent share of the region’s aviation sector. This study evaluates the effectiveness of sustainable aviation by analysing the sustainability measures and strategies of two carriers: Emirates Airline and Etihad Airways. Thematic analysis of sustainability reports of the two carriers identified the environmental impacts of their operations and their measures and strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in compliance with ICAO and IATA policies and targets within the pillars of sustainability: economic, social, and environmental. The study concludes that, despite the strategies and measures reported, the chances that both airlines would achieve 2050 net zero emissions target remains slim.
Activating pharmacists to reduce the frequency of medication‐related problems (ACTMed): a stepped wedge cluster randomised trial
Authors: Spinks Jean , Violette Richard , Boyle Douglas IR , Petrie Dennis , Fanning Laura , Hall Kerry K , Kelly Fiona , Wheeler Amanda J , Ware Robert S , Byrnes Joshua , Chen Esa , Donald Andrew , Ellis Nicolette , DelDot Megan , Nissen Lisa
Published: August 2023

Background

Medicines are the most frequent health care intervention type; their safe use provides significant benefits, but inappropriate use can cause harm. Systemic primary care approaches can manage serious medication‐related problems in a timely manner.

Objectives

ACTMed (ACTivating primary care for MEDicine safety) uses information technology and financial incentives to encourage pharmacists to work more closely with general practitioners to reduce the risk of harm, improve patients’ experience of care, streamline workflows, and increase the efficiency of medical care.

Methods and analysis

The stepped wedge cluster randomised trial in 42 Queensland primary care practices will assess the effectiveness of the ACTMed intervention. The primary outcome will be the proportion of people at risk of serious medication‐related problems — patients with atrial fibrillation, heart failure, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, or asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease — who experience such problems. We will also estimate the cost per averted serious medication‐related problem and the cost per averted potentially preventable medication‐related hospitalisation.

Ethics approval

The University of Queensland Human Research Ethics Committee approved the pilot (2021/HE002189) and trial phases of the ACTMed study (2022/HE002136). Access to Patron data was granted by the Patron Data Governance Committee (PAT052ACTMed). Access to linked hospitalisations and deaths data are subject to Public Health Act approval (pending).

Dissemination of findings

A comprehensive dissemination plan will be co‐developed by the researchers, the ACTMed steering committee and consumer advisory group, project partners, and trial site representatives. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities will be supported in leading community‐level dissemination.

Trial registration

Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (pilot: ACTRN12622000595718; 21 April 2022; full trial: ACTRN12622000574741; 14 April 2022).
Interdisciplinary Swiss consensus recommendations on staging and treatment of advanced prostate cancer
Authors: Templeton Arnoud J. , Omlin Aurelius , Berthold Dominik , Beyer Jörg , Burger Irene A. , Eberli Daniel , Engeler Daniel , Fankhauser Christian , Fischer Stefanie , Gillessen Silke , Nicolas Guillaume , Kroeze Stephanie , Lorch Anja , Müntener Michael , Papachristofilou Alexandros , Schaefer Niklaus , Seiler Daniel , Stenner Frank , Tsantoulis Petros , Vlajnic Tatjana , Zilli Thomas , Zwahlen Daniel , Cathomas Richard
Published: August 2023

The management of prostate cancer is undergoing rapid changes in all disease settings. Novel imaging tools for diagnosis have been introduced, and the treatment of high-risk localized, locally advanced and metastatic disease has changed considerably in recent years. From clinical and health-economic perspectives, a rational and optimal use of the available options is of the utmost importance. While international guidelines list relevant pivotal trials and give recommendations for a variety of clinical scenarios, there is much room for interpretation, and several important questions remain highly debated. The goal of developing a national consensus on the use of these novel diagnostic and therapeutic strategies in order to improve disease management and eventually patient outcomes has prompted a Swiss consensus meeting. Experts from several specialties, including urology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology and nuclear medicine, discussed and voted on questions of the current most important areas of uncertainty, including the staging and treatment of high-risk localized disease, treatment of metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer (mHSPC) and use of new options to treat metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC).
Oral Delivery of Insulin from Trimethyl Chitosan/Tragacanth: In Vitro, MTT, and In Vivo Bioactivity Tests
Authors: Khajeh-Amiri Alireza , Maghsoudi Ali
Published: August 2023

: Insulin-loaded Trimethyl Chitosan (TMC)/tragacanth microspheres were prepared by microemulsion dispersion and triggered in situ gelation. Microspheres were characterized by their mean size and distribution by laser diffraction spectroscopy and Brunauer-Emmet-Teller theory. Insulin encapsulation efficiency and in vitro release were determined by Bradford protein assay, and bioactivity was assessed in vitro using an enzyme-linked immunoassay diagnostic kit and in vivo using Wistar diabetic rats. TMC/tragacanth particles suppressed insulin release in acidic media and promoted a sustained release at near-neutral conditions. Micro-capsulated insulin was bioactive, demonstrated by both in vivo and in vitro bioassays.
Evaluation of Anthropometric Scapula Indices in CT Scan Images for Gender Distinction in the Besat NAHAJA Hospital
Authors: Madadi Alireza , Vasheghani Farahani Maryam , Rajabi Mohammad , Ashiani Danial , Azimi Aval Mohammad Reza , Kazemi-Galougahi Mohammad Hassan , Fayyaz Farshid
Published: August 2023

Background: In forensic medicine, several bones are used to determine gender. The most important and widely used are the skull and pelvis. But in some cases, the mentioned bones may not be available, and other bones, such as the scapula bone, should be used. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate and locate the anthropometric indices of scapula bone in the Iranian population to determine gender. Methods: In this project, a study was performed on a chest scan of 259 Iranians referred to Besat NAHAJA Hospital in 2016. Pack software was used to measure the scapula's indices. The obtained data, including age, gender, and different scapula sizes of max width of glenoid (MWG), max length of glenoid (MLG), max width of scapula (MWS), and max length of scapula (MLS), were analyzed using appropriate statistical tests. Assessment of differential ability, sensitivity, and specificity of scapula anthropometric indices was used in determining gender. Results: Of 259 participants in this study, 133 (51.4%) were female, and 126 (48.6%) were male. Generally, the mean index of MWG, MLG, MWS, and MLS was higher in men than women in the studied population. The results of this study showed there is a significant difference among scapula features in men and women (P < 0.05). The highest accuracy in determining gender was assigned to MLS, with 88.9%, and the lowest was assigned to MLG, with 66.3%. Conclusions: Our study showed that measured anthropometric indices, including length and width of scapula bone and glenoid cavity, will help to predict gender and also can be used as an accurate and practical tool in gender determination.
Comparison of Genomic and Episomal Expression of Recombinant Human Growth Hormone in Escherichia coli
Authors: Moein Jahromi Elham , Deldar Ali Asghar , Shahali Maryam
Published: August 2023

Background: The production of recombinant human growth hormone is usually problematic in Escherichia coli, and achieving higher functional protein yields is economically important. Objectives: In this study, the chromosomal expression of recombinant human growth hormone (hGH) in the araBAD operon was investigated using Rosetta-gami and BL21 (DE3) competent cells under the regulation of arabinose and T7 promoters using arabinose inducer and IPTG, respectively. Subsequently, the expression of the plasmid-based protein was examined using pET28 (a) + plasmid in Rosetta-gami under the T7 promoter, and the results were compared. Methods: The lambda red technique was used to integrate the desired gene into the host genome. The Fh8 tag was used to increase the protein’s expression, solubility, and thermal resistance. Results: The recombinant BL21 (DE3) under the T7 promoter and the recombinant Rosetta-gami containing pET28-Fh8-hGH plasmid showed significant expression among the chromosome-based and plasmid-based strains, respectively. Preliminary studies on the solubility and thermal resistance of the produced proteins indicated the efficacy of the Fh8 tag in increasing the expression, solubility, and thermal resistance of the product. Conclusions: One advantage of the genomic expression approach is the stability of the gene in the genome. Also, the lack of the need to use antibiotics in production systems can effectively reduce the production costs of this widely used hormone. In addition, the presence of the Fh8 tag can facilitate and accelerate its purification process by increasing the heat resistance thermostability of growth hormone.
KARAKTERISTIK BATUAN FORMASI KEREK SEBAGAI RESERVOIR DI LAPANGAN CIPLUK KENDAL
Authors: Adha Ikhwannur
Published: August 2023

Cipluk Field is located in Klantung, Kendal, Central Java. It is an oil field in Indonesia. This field has abandoned status but until now oil seeps are found in the rocks around the field. Based on regional geology by Thanden et al. (1996), the estimated reservoir is Kerek Formation. The formation is exposed around and south of the field, around Lutut River. This research was conducted to determine the rock characteristics of Kerek Formation and to be analog to determine reservoir rock characteristics of the Cipluk Field petroleum system. This research is based on field evaluation data. Data were obtained through direct field investigations aimed at knowing the geological conditions of the research area. The main data used consisted of field observation data, rock samples, SRTM images, seismic data, and well data. Kerek Formation in the study area is divided into three members and only two members are exposed on the surface, Middle Miocene Kerek Formation and Late Miocene Kerek Formation. Middle Miocene Kerek Formation has characteristics with interbedded claystone-sandstone dominantly with limestone on the bottom and dominantly with sandstone on top. This member has a fairly good character as a reservoir for the Cipluk Field petroleum system based on its rock composition and geometry.
PENGARUH HEATING RATE TERHADAP KARAKTERISTIK NILAI KALOR LIMBAH KULIT BUAH NIPAH (NYPA FRUTICANS (THUNB.) WURMB) PADA PROSES SLOW PIROLISIS
Authors: Yuniarti Yuniarti , Ariyani Debora , Megawati Eka
Published: August 2023

Nipah-Nipah plants grow mostly in the confluence of rivers and seas. This plant has the potential to maximize all parts of the tree. Nipah fruit can be used for Nata Frutican and the basic ingredients for making flour. Unused fruit shells have a hard texture, similar to the texture of coconut shells. To increase the calorific value of this fruit peel charcoal, a pyrolysis process is carried out. The samples were separated from the following waste and dried in direct sunlight. The dry sample is crushed and then put into the combustion reactor. Pyrolysis was carried out at a constant temperature of 500°C with variations in the heating rate of 2°C/minute, 4°C/minute, 6°C/minute, 8°C/minute, and 10°C/minute and holding time for 1 hour. The results showed that the calorific value decreased with increasing heating rate. The highest calorific value is at the lowest heating rate. The calorific value at a heating rate of 2°C/minute is 6841, 02 cal/gram. ; 4°C/minute calorific value is 6811.59 cal/gram; 6°C/minute of 6745.07 cal/gram; 8°C/minute is 6656.59 cal/gram and at 10°C/minute is 6570.41 cal/gram
ANALISA KARAKTERISTIK BIODIESEL HASIL TRANSESTERIFIKASI MINYAK JELANTAH MENGGUNAKAN KATALIS KOH
Authors: Sarungu Selvia , Lukman Lukman , Paelongan Sofia Lanrianna Putri
Published: August 2023

The increasing demand for fossil fuels is resulting in the increase of the price and even some serious environmental problems. Researchers continue to develop research to find solutions to these problems. Renewable energy is needed to become an alternative fuel. Used cooking oil derived from vegetable oils and animal fats are considered feasible as the alternative fuels to replace petroleum because of their renewable nature. Used cooking oil after being reacted with methanol and a catalyst can be synthesized into biodiesel because it contains triglycerides. This research was conducted to obtain the characteristics of biodiesel yields that meet SNI quality standards. In the transesterification process, methanol and KOH are reacted with used cooking oil in a ratio of 1:2, 1:3 and 1:4. The transesterification process was carried out in a three necks flask and refluxed at an operating temperature of 60℃ for 60 minutes and deposited for 24 hours. Then it was washed until the biodiesel pH was neutral and was heated until the water content disappeared. After obtaining the biodiesel yield from the transesterification of used cooking oil, the analysis of characteristic was carried out to assess whether the produced biodiesel had met the SNI standards or not. The characteristics that were obtained from the biodiesel indicated that the density, saponification rate, free fatty acids and water content had met the biodiesel quality standards of SNI 7182:2006. Meanwhile, the acid numbers and viscosity did not meet the biodiesel quality standards of SNI 7182:2006.
PENYELIDIKAN TINGKAT PENGARUH PATAHAN GEOLOGI DENGAN ARAH RETAKAN DI JALAN RAYA: STUDI KASUS JALAN BESAR DI BALIKPAPAN
Authors: Suprayitno Abdi , Amiruddin Amiruddin , Talaiftha Andrea , Maulidya Reza Nur
Published: August 2023

Damage to roads in the Balikpapan area is a problem that recurs every year. The patchwork project is a scene in itself at the locations where roads are damaged. The causes of road damage have long been studied by researchers from the civilian field. Research related to the road structure and the underlying rock engineering conditions has been carried out. The purpose of this research is to prove that apart from the influence of the characteristics of the road structure and its rocks, the effect of geological fractures can also be considered. This study uses the main data to measure the direction of the road cracks and the direction of the geological fault. The data is then analyzed how far it affects one another. Based on the measurement data of the direction of the cracks on the highway and the drawing of geological structure straightness through satellite images which are then compared, the results show that there are similarities in the direction of the cracks and the geological structure in Balikpapan. These directions are Northwest - West - Southwest with Southeast-East-Northeast. Therefore, it can be concluded that the effect of cracks on the road has a direct influence on the geological structure in Balikpapan.
The Early Detection of LPG Gas Cylinder Leaks in Households Based on the Internet of Things with SMS Message Notifications
Authors: Wibowo Budi , Yuswanto Andrie
Published: August 2023

Almost all residences, places of business, and restaurants use LPG gas cylinders for daily cooking. We can see nowadays the many problems caused by these gas cylinders, one of which is a fire caused by a leak in the gas cylinder. Therefore we need an appropriate technology to overcome this problem, namely a tool to detect gas leaks using sensors and provide notifications to owners to reduce the impact of fires caused by gas leaks so that people can be safe. In this study, the microcontroller was ATMega 328 Arduino Uno, sim 900a, to provide danger notifications in the form of SMS and MQ-2 gas sensors (LPG, Natural Gas, Coal Gas) with an LPG gas leak detector with hazard notifications via SMS on the impact of a fire. Caused by a gas leak can be detected early so that a fire does not occur in the household.
Design of a Temperature and Humidity Monitoring System in Broiler Farms Using Internet of Things-Based Thingspeak
Authors: Susanto Aji , Ardi Agung Abdur Rohman , Ibrahim Mohammad , Dwi Sugiarto Toto , Yuswanto Andrie , Wibowo Budi
Published: August 2023

Broiler chickens or also called broiler chickens are a type of chicken specifically designed for meat production in a relatively short time. They have fast growth and have high meat quality. Optimal temperature is very influential to achieve high productivity of broiler chickens. Broiler chicken coops require proper temperature regulation to create an optimal environment for the growth and health of the chickens. In this study, I propose the use of automatic light activation as a method for efficiently controlling broiler coop temperature. The method used involves installing a temperature sensor in the cage connected to a control system. When the temperature inside the cage exceeds or falls below a set limit, the control system will automatically turn on or off the light to maintain the desired temperature. The temperature settings tested in this study included the minimum and maximum temperatures set to achieve thermal comfort for broiler chickens. In addition, I also observed the effect of the duration of the light on the temperature in the cage.
Philosophical Dialogue for Beginners
Authors: Odermatt Zachary , Siscoe Robert Weston ,   Philosophy Documentation Center
Published: August 2023

Inspired by the practice of dialogue in ancient philosophical schools, the Philosophy as a Way of Life (PWOL) Project at the University of Notre Dame has sought to put dialogue back at the center of philosophical pedagogy. Impromptu philosophical dialogue, however, can be challenging for students who are new to philosophy. Anticipating this challenge, the Project has created a series of manuals to help instructors conduct dialogue groups with novice philosophy students. Using these guidelines, we incorporated PWOL-style dialogue groups into our Spring 2021 course “The Philosophy of Race, Class, and Gender” with the hope that, through having conversations about these challenging topics, our students would both be able to practice having philosophical dialogues as well as form their views on race and gender in light of contributions from their diverse peers. This article examines several strategies for how instructors can seek to incorporate similar dialogues into their own introductory classroom.
Study on the Incidences of Hypovitaminosis D in Acute Coronary Syndrome Patients
Authors: Ghose Tapan , Kachru Ranjan , Shams Akmal
Published: August 2023

Aim: Aims of this study was to evaluate vitamin D deficiency as an independent risk factor for acute Coronary Artery Disease and to assess its severity at various aged patients.

Methods: A total of 268 patients were included in this study which was an observational cohort study. Based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria, patients who were admitted in the Intensive Coronary Care Unit at Fortis Fit Rajan Dhal Hospital were selected and categorized as male or female and from 18 years upper aged groups such as 21-30 years, 31 to 40 years, 41 to 50 years, 61 to 70, 71-80, 81-90 and above 90 years. 

Results: In this study Hypovitaminosis D was higher in male (75.7%) than female (24.3%) and the incidences of Hypovitaminosis D was highest to lowest in the following order; very higher in 51-60 years aged patients (41-50) years aged patients, 61-70 years aged patients, 71-80 years aged patients, 31- 40 years aged patients, 81-90 years aged patients, 21-30 years aged patients and lastly 91-100 years aged patients. From the total incidences only 118 were estimated for normal coronaries, 43 ACS/NSTEMI and 107 for STEMI. Therefore, the representation of vitamin D level severe deficiency ˂ 10 was seen in 47 Normal coronaries individuals, 17 in ACS/NSTEMI and 54 in STEMI. Similarly, deficiency ˂ 20 of vitamin D level was observed in 24 Normal coronaries, 16 in ACS/NSTEMI and 27 in STEMI individuals. Progressively insufficiency (21-29) of vitamin D level has seen in 18 normal coronaries, 3 in ACS/NSTEMI and 18 in STEMI individuals. Lastly normal level of (vitamin D˃30) was seen in 28 normal coronaries, 7 in ACS/NSTEMI and 8 in STEMI individuals. Regularly, hypertension is demonstrated in 57 normal coronaries, 28 in ACS/NSTEMI and 27 in STEMI individuals.

Conclusion: There was significant correlation between hypovitaminosis D and coronary artery disease. Consequently, the early detection and management of hypovitaminosis D is essential to control unfavorable cardiovascular events.

Recommendation:  Vitamin D supplementation should be given to patients with ACS and cardiac failure will decreases inflammatory indicators and develops health effects.
Improvement of Geothermal Power Plants by Utilizing Hydrogen Steam Superheating: A Review
Authors: Resha Mochammad , Juangsa Firman Bagja
Published: August 2023

The rapid growth of geothermal power plants is due to their great potential and environmentally friendly energy source. In its development, hydrogen is used as energy storage for several intermittent renewable energy sources. Hydrogen Steam Superheating utilizing hydrogen products can pressure steam as additional fuel to operate steam turbines. The electrolysis method with high-temperature water fluid produces more hydrogen content and is more efficient than ambient temperature water; therefore, it is suitable for producing superheating hydrogen steam by electrolysis using geothermal power plants. A combined cycle (flash & binary) geothermal power plant with additional hydrogen steam superheating can increase the power 8 - 9 MW using the mixed working fluid R-31-10 and RC-318 in a binary cycle power plant and improve the thermal efficiency of flash cycles by up to 12.3%. Thus, the application of adding hydrogen steam superheating is a method that can be utilized to increase the power capacity of geothermal power plants, replacing the current conventional method of drilling to open steam production wells.
Predicting Coronary Artery Disease Utilizing Support Vector Machines: Optimizing Predictive Model
Authors: Khazaal Sarmad Muwfak , Maarouf Haitham
Published: August 2023

In the medical field, specialists aspire through the use of artificial intelligence to obtain accuracy in the results and details of patients. Such as automatic detection and prediction of diseases and obtaining medical results by applying artificial intelligence techniques such as machine learning algorithms to clinical data. Therefore, because coronary artery disease (CAD) is one of the most prevalent types of diseases in the world and with the highest rate of injuries, one of the machine learning algorithms will be used in this research to diagnose this disease through artificial intelligence. Patient clinical factors were used, a data set of 303 people. The Support Vector Machine (SVM) algorithm is used and applied to the clinical factors of patients, which are 56 variables, as they are considered one of the most important clinical factors that can be used to detect CAD. This algorithm is considered to have good predictive ability in medical clinical characteristics. The Support Vector Machine algorithm model, which was used in this research, provided the highest prediction accuracy of (96.7%), with an AUC value of (71.5%). This indicates the effectiveness of the SVM algorithm in classifying the clinical patient data set that was adopted in this research. After applying it to the research data set, the SVM algorithm showed its ability to classify and predict well. The accuracy of the algorithm model was (96.7%). This indicates that this algorithm can help cardiologists in different ways during their daily practices to predict coronary artery disease, which is one of the most common heart diseases.
The Perceptions of Young Adults Towards Social Gender Roles
Authors: Kaplan Betul , Avcı Sezer , Ortabağ Tülay , Erkan Doğan
Published: August 2023

Objective: This study aims to provide an in-depth knowledge of the perspectives of young adults on gender roles. There is a lack of literature in the appropriate age classes.
Methods: The study is descriptive in nature and includes 473 students. This research was conducted using a questionnaire and the Social Gender Perception Scale (SGPS) to collect data.
Results: It was determined that 52.4% of the study participants were female and 47.6% were male. 63% of the participants were affiliated with the Faculty of Health Sciences, while the remainder were students from other faculties. The average SGPS score of the participants was 95.62±18.17, but this score varied based on socio-demographic variables. Specifically, being female, possessing an undergraduate degree or higher, studying in a health sciences faculty, and having a mother who completed primary school or higher were all linked to higher SGPS mean scores. Furthermore, statistical analysis revealed a significant difference between these groups (p<0.05).
Conclusion: It is imperative that parents are provided with educational programs aimed at fostering knowledge of social gender roles and cultivating egalitarian attitudes and viewpoints. It is important to strategically design and execute research endeavours aimed at ascertaining the perspectives and attitudes of parents of young individuals with respect to societal gender roles.
Readability and Quality Assessment of Web-Based Information Concerning Post-Endodontic Treatment Selection
Authors: Erdinç Gülbahar , Özdemir Olcay
Published: August 2023

Objectives: This study aimed to unbiasedly identify the quality and readability of the written information about post-endodontic coronal restorations on Turkish websites using accepted formulas and scales by the literature.
Methods: The study was carried out by setting national pages and national locations in the Google search engine. The terms "root canal treatment and veneer" and "root canal treatment and filling" were used as keywords. The webpages were assessed independently by two readability formulas (Flesh-Kincaid and Ateşman systems) and DISCERN quality kit. The independent statistical and correlation analysis were performed using Kolmogorov-Smirnov, Shapiro-Wilk, Spearman's rho, and Dunn's tests. The significance level was taken as p<0.05.
Results: The initial search identified 60 websites, of which eight were excluded due to non-compliance with the study criteria (n=52). According to the DISCERN score, the web pages were categorized as fair with the highest rate of 57.69%. A statistically significant positive correlation was found between Ateşman Readability Index and the Flesh-Kincaid Reading Ease score (r=0.998; p<0.001). There was no statistically significant correlation between Ateşman Readability Index and DISCERN score (p=0.259). Ateşman reading ease scores of the web pages are evaluated, 80.76% of these are classified as moderately difficult.
Conclusions: The readability distribution of the written information about post-endodontic coronal restorations on websites was acceptable to the majority. However, being readable does not indicate that it provides sufficient target technical information. In this context, it can be suggested to use readability and quality scales while preparing websites for dental patient education concerning post-endodontic coronal restorations.
Workshop Peningkatan Kompetensi Mengajar Melalui Microsoft Mathematicss Bagi Guru Matematika
Authors: Karyaningsih Dentik
Published: August 2023

Pemanfaatan Teknologi Informasi dalam proses belajar mengajar sudah banyak dilakukan oleh para guru disemua jenjang pendidikan tidak terkecuali pada tingkat SMA/SMK. Masih jarang para guru matematika memanfaatkan perangkat lunak dalam proses belajar mengajar matematika sebagai media penyampaian pembelajaran. Pengabdian pada masyarakat yang dilakukan adalah workshop pemanfaatan dan penggunaan perangkat lunak microsoft matematika dalam proses belajar mengajar dikelas diantaranya Installasi Perangkat Lunak, Pertidaksamaan Linear dan Graphing Menggunakan Microsoft Mathematicss (satu variable, dua variable dan tiga variable) dan Statistika Menggunakan Microsoft Mathematics pada guru matematika se-Kabupaten Lebak.
Birlikte Yaşama Kültürünün Sosyal Bilgiler Öğretim Programı ve Ders Kitabındaki Durumunun İncelenmesi
Authors: Erbaş Ahmet Akif
Published: August 2023

Günümüzde küreselleşme ile birlikte dünya küçük bir kasaba halini almıştır. Ulaşım imkanlarının artması, göçler, sosyal medya kullanımı ile din, dil, ırk gibi farklılıkları bulunan insanların iletişimi kolaylaşmış ve artmıştır. Bu kolaylıklar beraberinde farklılıklar arasında hızlı bir etkileşim meydana getirmiştir. İlkokullarda okutulan sosyal bilgiler dersi toplumsal yaşamda kişilerde bulunması gereken temel değerlerin yerleştirilmesinde önemli role sahiptir. Bu noktada birlikte yaşama kültürünün kazandırılması hususunda bahsi geçen ders ve bu derse ait öğretim programı ve ders kitapları oldukça önemlidir. Bu çalışmanın amacı; birlikte yaşama kültürünün ilkokul 4. sınıf sosyal bilgiler öğretim programı ve ders kitabındaki durumunu incelemektir. Araştırmada doküman inceleme yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Araştırmanın verileri ilgili dersin öğretim programından ve 2022-2023 eğitim-öğretim yılında Türkiye genelindeki ilkokul 4. sınıfta okutulan Sosyal Bilgiler ders kitabından elde edilmiştir. Öncelikle ilgili derslerin öğretim programlarının içeriği incelenmiş ardından ders kitabı üzerinde içerik analizi yapılmıştır. İlkokul 4. sınıf sosyal bilgiler öğretim programında birlikte yaşama kültürüne doğrudan yer verilmediği tespit edilmiştir. Diğer taraftan birlikte yaşama kültürüne dolaylı ve yeterli diyebileceğimiz şekilde öğretim programında değinildiği görülmüştür. Program derinlemesine incelendiğinde değerlerimiz, değerler eğitimi ve temel beceriler çerçevesinde birlikte yaşama kültürünün temelini oluşturacak öğeler yer almaktadır. İlkokul 4. sınıf sosyal bilgiler ders kitabında birlikte yaşama kültürüne doğrudan yer verildiği tespit edilmiştir. Diğer taftan dolaylı olarak birlikte yaşama kültürünü destekleyici içeriklerin varlığı da söz konusudur. Bu içerikler daha çok değerlerden yola çıkılarak birlikte yaşama kültürünü oluşturacak niteliktedir. İlkokullarda okutulan diğer derslerin öğretim programları ve ders kitapları birlikte yaşama kültürü bağlamında incelenerek durumları tespit edilebilir. Birlikte yaşama kültürünün okul ve sınıf ortamındaki durumunun tespit edilmesi için farklı çalışmalar yapılabilir.
EVALUASI USER INTERFACE PADA WEBSITE CHOIREXPRESS.CO.ID MENGGUNAKAN METODE HEURISTIC EVALUATION
Authors: Mud Mach , Kifli Zul , Zuli Faizal
Published: August 2023

Choir Express merupakan perusahaan yang bergerak dibidang ekspedisi peringiman paket luar negeri. Dalam usahanya Choir Express menggunakan website yaitu choirexpress.co.id. Sejak pertama kali dibangun website choirexpress.co.id belum pernah di evaluasi terhadap usability user interface-nya. Evaluasi yang dilakukan hanya berdasarkan saran dan kritik dari pengguna, kemudian dilakukan perbaikan. Keadaan ini mendorong penulis untuk melakukan evaluasi usability terhadap user interface website choirexpress.co.id menggunakan sebuah metode untuk mengetahui kondisi website semaksimal mungkin. Metode Heuristic Evalution cukup efektif untuk penelitian ini, karena menghasilkan output berupa daftar permasalahan usability. Evaluasi user interface menggunakan metode evaluasi heuristik pada website choirexpress.co.id menghasilkan nilai rata-rata 1,06 atau severity rating dengan skala 1 yang berarti merupakan kategori cosmetic problem only, dimana masalah ini tidak mempengaruhi kenyamanan pengguna. Perbaikan tidak dibutuhkan jika waktu yang dimiliki terbatas.
Analysis of Farmers' Response to The Rice Farm Insurance Program (AUTP)
Authors: Faqih Achmad , Aisyah Siti , Gunawan Agun , Sutriyadi Entris , Arifin Jaenal , Supriatna Supriatna
Published: August 2023

Rice farming experiences uncertainty and is a business that is very vulnerable to climate change such as natural disasters, floods and droughts, and is inseparable from attacks by plant-disturbing organisms (OPT), which result in decreased production and income of rice farmers. Agricultural Insurance is a transfer of risk that can provide compensation for losses due to farming so that the sustainability of farming can be guaranteed. This study aims to: 1) Know the response of farmers to the rice farming insurance program plan. 2) Knowing the response of farmers to the implementation of the rice farming insurance program and 3) Knowing the response of farmers to the impact of the farming insurance program. This study uses descriptive quantitative research methods with survey research techniques. Respondents consisted of the number of farmers who took part in the rice farming insurance program at least 2 times using the census technique with a total sample of 29 people. Data analysis technique using descriptive quantitative analysis. The results showed that: 1) The response of farmers to the planned rice farming insurance program in Gapoktan, Patalagan Village, Pancalang District, Kuningan Regency was very good. 2) The response of farmers to the implementation of the rice farming insurance program in Patalagan Village is good. 3) The response of farmers to the impact of the rice farming insurance program in Patalagan Village, Pancalang District, Kuningan Regency is Good.
Urgency of Executorial Beslag Institution at The Industrial Relations Court in Indonesia
Authors: Yurikosari Andari , Amriyati Amriyati , Pamungkas Yogo
Published: August 2023

The Law Number 2 of 2004 concerning Settlement of Industrial Relations Disputes regulates the settlement of disputes in the employment relationship between workers and employers, including disputes over rights, interests, termination of employment, and disputes between trade unions within one company. The Industrial Relations Court is formed to examine and decide on the industrial relations dispute, and the execution of the decision handed down will be carried out. However, the problem is how to carry out the execution in the Industrial Relations Court for decisions that have legal force, and whether it is necessary to establish a separate execution confiscation institution is regulated in the Law on the Settlement of Industrial Relations Disputes. Article 57 of the law states that the procedural law applicable to the Industrial Relations Court is the civil procedural law that applies to courts within the general court environment, unless specifically regulated in this law. The entire legal process for the settlement of industrial relations disputes uses the civil procedural legal process, including the rules regarding the execution. Several studies have highlighted the need for a separate execution confiscation institution to improve the effectiveness of the settlement of industrial relations disputes.
Pengembangan Media Video Pembelajaran Pembuatan Pasta Segar pada Mata Kuliah Makanan Kontinental
Authors: Sahla Riema Oktavia
Published: August 2023

Latar Belakang: Perkembangan teknologi dan informasi di zaman sekarang ini semakin berkembang pesat dan dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai upaya meningkatkan kualitas pendidikan agar tercapai tujuan pembelajaran yang lebih efektif dan efisien.
Tujuan: untuk mengembangkan dan menguji kelayakan media video pembelajaran pembuatan pasta segar pada mata kuliah makanan kontinental.
Metode: Penelitian ini menggunakan metode Research and Development (R&D) dengan model pengembangan ADDIE dengan tahapan (1) analisis, (2) desain, (3) pengembangan, (4) implementasi, dan (5) evaluasi dengan teknik analisis data dalam bentuk persentase deskriptif. Penelitian ini dilakukan validasi oleh 3 orang Dosen ahli pada bidang media, materi dan bahasa.
Hasil: Perkembangan media pembelajaran dinyatakan melalui hasil validasi kepada ahli media yang menghasilkan persentase 87% (baik), untuk ahli materi persentase yang dihasilkan sebesar 100% (sangat baik), dan hasil tes yang diperoleh dari ahli bahasa sebesar 100% (sangat baik). Pada uji coba one to one didapatkan persentase 88% (baik), uji coba small group didapatkan persentase 90% (sangat baik), dan pada uji coba  field test, mendapatkan persentase sebesar 90% (sangat layak).
Kesimpulan: media video pembelajaran pembuatan pasta segar dinyatakan layak digunakan dalam proses pembelajaran.
MONTESQUIEU VE KARŞILAŞTIRMALI SİYASET BİLİMİ METODOLOJİSİNE KATKILARI ÜZERİNE BİR DEĞERLENDİRME
Authors: BAHADIR Merve
Published: August 2023

Siyaset Biliminin bir alt dalı olan Karşılaştırmalı Siyaset Biliminin güncelliği günümüzde giderek artmaktadır. Temelleri Antik Yunan’a dayanmakla birlikte siyasal düzleme disiplin olarak yansıması İkinci Dünya Savaşı sonrasında gerçekleşmiştir. Karşılaştırmalı Siyaset Bilimi, kim yönetecek, nasıl yönetilecek, ideal yönetim biçimi ve yöneten-yönetilen ilişki nasıl olmalıdır, gibi sorulara da cevap aramaktadır. Bu sorular, geçmişten günümüze farklı düşünürler tarafından ele alınmış ve çeşitli saptamalar yapılarak alternatifler üretilmiştir. Bu bağlamda, metin içerisinde öncelikli olarak Karşılaştırmalı Siyaset Biliminin gelişimi ve önemine değinilmiş ve daha sonra Montesquieu örneği üzerinden genel bir değerlendirme yapılmıştır.
Fisioterapia Cardiorrespiratória: Baseada em Evidências
Authors: Dantas Carvalho Gabriela , Pertinni de Morais Gouveia Guilherme , Barroso Langoni de Freitas Guilherme , Brito Lima Lisleia , Andrade de Oliveira Felipe
Published: August 2023

As doenças cardiovasculares são uma das principais causas de mortalidade no Brasil e no mundo, esta quando não induz ao óbito promove inúmeras limitações funcionais à população afetada, levando a perda da qualidade de vida, gastos com internação, medicamentos, além de diminuir o tempo de vida útil da população. Considerando este cenário, as políticas públicas têm fortalecido a estratégia de reabilitação desta população através da Fisioterapia. A Fisioterapia é uma ciência que visa prevenir agravos, promover saúde e reabilitar aqueles uma vez já comprometidos, visando minimizar danos. Dentre as áreas de atuação, destaca-se a Fisioterapia cardiorrespiratória que assiste os pacientes afetados, em especial, pelas doenças crônicas não transmissíveis, que uma vez instaladas conduzem a diversas manifestações de alto impacto, como: infarto agudo do miocárdio, insuficiência renal crônica e acidente vascular encefálico. Partindo da importância e do impacto da assistência fisioterapêutica cardiorrespiratória nesta população e enfatizando a mesma como ciência, a Fisioterapia atua com base em protocolos clínicos baseado em evidências por meio de estudos randomizados, precisos e orientados, através de pesquisas com diferentes intervenções em contexto experimental com análise do seu impacto na problemática, visando evidências para a prática clínica.
The Cybrary Ecosystem in Agricultural Universities
Authors: Deshmukh Atul , Jadhav Vilas
Published: August 2023

The advent of the internet and the digital revolution has revolutionized the way libraries function. Gone are the days of card catalogs and physical stacks of books as the primary sources of information. The cyber ecosystem of libraries now encompasses digital catalogs, online databases, e-books, and a myriad of other electronic resources. Understanding and effectively managing this ecosystem is paramount for library professionals in their mission to serve and empower their communities. This book serves as an invaluable guide for librarians, information professionals, and researchers seeking to navigate the complexities of the cyber ecosystem. It covers a wide range of topics, including library management systems, digital preservation, open access initiatives, information security, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain. The authors have expertly compiled a comprehensive resource that explores the interplay between traditional library practices and the ever-expanding digital landscape.
Enchiridion Of Practical Microbiology
Authors: Chatli Anshu Sibbal
Published: August 2023

"Microbiology has intruded various branches of biology and Microbiological techniques are employed successfully for various purposes including quality assessment and for several industrial and biotechnological purposes. This book is a practical guide of the Microbiological techniques covering all the aspects of laboratory safety to microbial quality assessment. This book details basic, clear and concise knowledge and practical information about enumeration and isolation of microorganisms. The main objective of writing this book is to make available training protocols to the students of Microbiology in handling and understanding microorganisms and to discern eukaryotes and prokaryotes. The book depicts the various methods employed to characterize and cultivate bacteria. The staining techniques of microbes are also listed in the book. This book is a comprehensive compendium of basic information on microorganisms, fungi, and yeasts. This book has 38 chapters intended for industrial professionals, environmental, soil scientists and food Microbiologists. The segment of the book deals with the occurrence, morphology and various biochemical assays for isolating and identifying a wide range of bacteria, fungi and yeasts. The antibiotic sensitivity tests, soil Microbiology, milk and meat quality is the main features of the book. This book also details about the rapid tests used for milk quality assessment to assure the fitness of the milk for processing. This book will be useful for the graduate and post graduate students of agriculture, Microbiology, Biotechnology and food science. This book will act as ready reckoner for the quality assurance personnel working in R&D labs and food processing units. "
Modern Techniques For Crop Management
Authors: Walia U.S.
Published: August 2023

"The book covers comprehensive information on highly profitable and soil less farming techniques i.e. hydroponic - a high income technique. It also includes the modern techniques like precision farming, conservation agriculture, irrigation saving devices, remote sensing, nanotechnology, leaf colour chart for economical use of nitrogen, laser land levelling, value addition in farm produce, precision weed management, climate smart agriculture, organic farming, global warming, crop residues management techniques, bioherbicides and application of agricultural biotechnology in weed management etc. Latest practices for the cultivation of cereal crops, oilseed crops, pulses and commercial crops have been discussed in detail. Apart from these topics highly profitable systems i.e. integrated farming system and allied enterprises, important uses of medicinal, aromatic and spice crops are also covered. The book also contains information on dry land agriculture, role of plant nutrition in agriculture, crop management in problematic soils, hints for achieving higher yield of crops as well as judicious use of herbicides for controlling problematic weeds. This book will be highly helpful for students of agriculture particularly Agronomy throughout."
Ergonomics And Appropriate Technologies
Authors: Vats Aditi , Shukla Chhaya , Rani Sandhya
Published: August 2023

"Ergonomics is “an applied science concerned with designing and arranging things people use, so that the people and things interact most efficiently and safely;” as defined by Merriam-Webster. Ergonomics is a science concerned with the 'fit' between people and their work. The name 'ergonomics' comes from the Greek words 'ergon', which means work and 'nomos' which means law. The goal of ergonomics which is the scientific study of people at work is to prevent soft tissue injuries and musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) caused by sudden or sustained exposure to force, vibration, repetitive motion, and awkward posture. In all it can be said that ergonomics is a field of study that attempts to reduce strain, fatigue, and injuries by improving product design and workspace arrangement. The goal is to provide a comfortable, relaxed posture so as to increase efficiency and productivity of the worker at workplace. Objectives of Ergonomics and Appropriate Technologies Practical Manual is (a) To become aware of the role of ergonomics in daily life and its application., (b) To gain knowledge about the work, worker and workplace., (c) To understand the various factors contributing to workers performance at work."
Innovations In Dairy Sciences
Authors: Parmar Manishkumar , Hazra Tanmay , Sindhav Rohit G. , Sudheendra CH.V.K.
Published: August 2023

"This type of unique initiative comes up in this book, where academicians and researchers associated with dairy science, have discussed different aspects of alternative and latest trends in dairy industry. This book is compiled of eleven chapters, divided into three categories: First category is dedicated to processing techniques starting with a brief introduction of all the latest processing technologies in chapter 1, followed by chapters on High pressure processing, Pulsed electric field technology, cold plasma technology. Second category comprises of quality aspects in chapter 5 on aptamers, followed by microbial biosensors, FTIR spectroscopy, Nano Science in Dairy Quality. Third part comprises of application part with Enzyme Based Flavour Components, Applications of modified starch, Nutrigenomics. The book would expand the insight of knowledge for dairy or food science students, researchers, dairy or pharma industry people and provides new information for exploring the deeper aspects of processing and quality of milk and other dairy products."