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Augmented Reality for Supporting Student’s Engagement in Mathematics Education: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Kuncoro Krida Singgih , Kusumah Yaya S. , Suryadi Didi , Juandi Dadang , Jupri Al
Published: September 2024

Augmented reality (AR) has gained considerable attention in academic research as a primary instructional tool to enhance learning across various educational levels, including mathematics education. AR enables the overlaying of three-dimensional images onto real-world environments within an academic setting. While AR has demonstrated its potential to improve learning outcomes in academic contexts, there is a need for a comprehensive review to identify, assess, and summarize empirical findings related to student engagement, particularly in mathematics education. Consequently, a systematic review was conducted to examine the uses of AR in student engagement in mathematics education. A thorough electronic search was performed on the Scopus database to retrieve pertinent journal articles. After applying inclusion and exclusion criteria, 18 studies were selected for analysis. The results reveal that AR can facilitate student engagement in three key aspects: interactive, collaborative, and immersive experiences. Although AR offers several advantages for promoting student engagement in mathematics education, its practical implementation in educational settings requires careful consideration of AR application and content design and close collaboration between educators and technology. Furthermore, the successful integration of AR technology relies on the well-planned implementation of learning programs that effectively incorporate AR elements for mathematics education.
Individual Interpretation and Usefulness of Agility in Work and Everyday Life
Authors: Csiszarik - Kocsir Agnes , Toth Mark Istvan , Varga Janos
Published: September 2024

The global and local changes of the 21st century have brought new types of organisational characteristics to the fore. More and more businesses are looking at how to build more resilient, crisis-resilient organisations and what the real key is. There is a growing consensus that only flexible organisations that are open to change can be truly successful today (and in the future). Flexible organisations, agile companies, promise the greatest growth potential, and there is only one real explanation for this. These companies have the ability to change quickly and flexibly, whereas the vast majority of their competitors have not (or will not) be able to do the same. An organisation that can claim to have the hallmarks of a flexible, business agile organisational culture will have a significant competitive advantage. Agility goes beyond mere flexibility and encompasses a mindset and framework that enables a business to change quickly, make informed decisions and maintain a competitive advantage in a dynamic environment. Agility is also characterised by innovation and the ability to embrace change. We can imagine these at an organisational level, but how well do they translate at an individual level? This research, the results of which this paper seeks to present in more detail, has sought to identify and locate this. In addition to presenting the results, it also takes care to review the literature, which will enable us to draw conclusions about the real meaning and importance of agility, both at the individual and entrepreneurial level.
The Influence of Social Networks on the Social Development of Children
Authors: Kostovska Katerina
Published: September 2024

The development of the computer industry and the internet, social networks have experienced diverse applications. They are necessary tools for work, information and communication. However, their application and dependence increasingly includes children. Social networks such as Facebook, Twitter, Myspace, Flicker, Viber, Internet, Google, YouTube and others are the most famous and used means of communication between children. They are an intermediary between the two talking parties. They replace verbal, direct communication by sending messages, images, files as codes of indirect communication. Socialization as a process starts from the family, as the primary environment from which the basic postulates of the process are drawn, but as a secondary environment, the wider circle of family, relatives, friends, school are considered. The main goal of this paper is to point out the negative emergent forms of interpersonal communication, as a consequence of the overall rapid technical-technological development and the process of globalization, with a more detailed elaboration of the impact of social networks on the process of socialization among children. The paper will more specifically elaborate this problem through a theoretical presentation and through a specifically conducted research. The theoretical part will include the basic chapters that will contain data drawn from a wide variety of foreign and domestic literature. In my paper I will give a more detailed description of the research process that I will carry out in order to prove the validity and logical foundation of all my theses presented in this paper. It will cover the methodology of the research, the way in which the collected data will be processed, the results obtained, as well as the interpretation of the findings and the conclusions reached. For the comprehensiveness of the topic, in the paper I will try to give a consistent answer to all questions related to this problem.
RME Educational Game Based on Android Mobile to Increase Students’ Mathematical Understanding Ability
Authors: Siswanto Rizki Dwi , Kusumah Yaya Sukjaya , Dasari Dadan , Juandi Dadang , Taqiyyah Atikah
Published: September 2024

This research aims to: 1) create an RME educational game based on Android about integers called Story Math Game as an edutainment medium for 1st grade elementary school students that contains stories about basic concepts of counting (addition and subtraction), practice questions, and learning evaluations (with various varying levels of difficulty) with the characteristic of using real problems; 2) assess whether the game is suitable for learning mathematics; and 3) describe the increase in students' mathematical understanding abilities who have used RME educational games in learning. This research is research and development (R&D) with a 4D development model. There are four stages: define, design, develop, and disseminate. Data analysis techniques include expert assessment (feasibility test and media quality test) and development testing (one-group pretestposttest design experiment). The feasibility of the RME educational game was evaluated by media and materials experts. The research results showed that 1) educational games reached a feasibility level of 75.00% with good criteria from media experts and 82.32% with good criteria from material experts, 2) the media was tested publicly by 100 parents of students, and the test results The public obtained application quality results of 83.20% with good criteria, and 3) development testing resulted in an increase in the mathematical understanding abilities of 1 st grade elementary school students. Based on the results of the data obtained, it appears that the RME educational game is suitable for use as a mathematics learning medium and can increase the students’ mathematical understanding abilities in 1 st grade elementary school.
The Study of Language Resources Revealing Mental Disorders in a Literary Text
Authors: Diasamidze Ivdit
Published: September 2024

Different writers try to organize and refine the raw material of facts to empathize and clarify what is the most significant in life in diverse ways. Each writer’s style is unique. Nothing is straightforward in the world of literary taste. Just there are writers who worship figurative language; there are others who apart from figurative language use graphic devices for narratives and sending messages to readers. The way in which authors manipulate these means as well as how they apply them in the context evoke readers’ appropriate comprehension. As a result, readers draw inferences as they are expected to do. The present paper aims at clarifying what graphic means are applied while portraying Charlie in “Flowers for Algernon” by Daniel Keyes, a mentally disabled person and his hurt and sufferings. In the world of fiction authors often violate the accepted rules in order to achieve particular purposes. Being one of graphic means, punctuation is frequently ignored by the author in “Flowers for Algernon”. Therefore, the author creates the appropriate atmosphere. The other device that helps the author affect readers is graphic realization of mispronounced words, whose importance is also analyzed in the work. One more device analyzed and illustrated in the paper is a spelling mistake that is deliberately made by the author to achieve particular goals.Graphic means are considered visual effects that have a great influence on readers since authors want their readers to infer their main message. The way the author uses to portray a vivid image of a mentally disabled person is marked by the application of some graphic devices.
Assessment within the Context of Positive Psychology: Examples from Ahmet Yesevi and Haci Bektas-i Veli
Authors: Yavuz Beyza , Sen Zuhal , Avsaroglu Selahattin
Published: September 2024

The aim of this study is to elucidate the concepts associated with positive psychology found in the thoughts of Ahmet Yesevi and Hacı Bektaş-ı Veli. The research utilized the document analysis technique. According to the findings obtained at the conclusion of the study, it is evident that concepts such as patience, encouragement, gratitude, optimism, social interest, and perseverance are associated with the thoughts of Ahmet Yesevi investigated in the research. Additionally, it is observed that the concepts of optimism and perseverance are also linked to the thoughts of Hacı Bektaş-ı Veli examined in the research. Consequently, it is determined that the thoughts of both Ahmet Yesevi and Hacı Bektaş-ı Veli encompass concepts that can be correlated with positive psychology within the scope of this research. This underscores the presence of themes promoting positive psychological attributes within the philosophical and spiritual perspectives of these influential figures.
Number Sense: Flexibility in Thinking about Numbers
Authors: Fitriasari Putri , Nurlaelah Elah , Hidayat Toni
Published: September 2024

The aim of this research is to understand the flexibility of students in solving problems related to number sense. Flexibility can be observed through the strategies used by students, whether they employ standard algorithmic procedures or utilize intuitive thinking strategies. This study is a qualitative research with a case study method. The research sample consists of 35 eighth-grade students who have covered the material of integers and have been given a written test. Test results are divided into two categories: students who solve problems using number sense strategies and students who do not use number sense strategies. In-depth interviews were conducted with two representative students who took the written test. The interview results indicate that students who solve problems with number sense strategies understand the concept of number density, while students who do not use number sense strategies do not yet have an understanding of the meaning of numbers. Overall, students tend to use procedural methods to solve the given problems. The results of this research are expected to be used as a basis for designing learning activities that accommodate number sense abilities.
“Awur Eser” to Explore Number Sense: Hypothetical Learning Trajectory for Integer Material Facilitating Learning Speed
Authors: Balkist Pujia Siti , Jupri Al , Sari Atika Defita , Sari Riska Novia
Published: September 2024

This article aims to explore the concept of "Awur Eser" as a potential learning method to enhance students' number sense, especially in the context of learning integer concepts, and to develop more effective and inclusive strategies for mathematics education. We conducted a literature review to identify students’ barriers to understanding integers based on their number sense and learning speed. Then, we conducted a second literature review to design a Hypothetical Learning Trajectory (HLT) for integer learning. Subsequently, we held a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) with mathematics education experts and teachers to discuss and validate the selection of HLT for integer learning. Based on the FGD results, we compiled the final design of HLT for integer learning. This design involves adjustments based on input from experts and teachers, ensuring alignment with students' characteristics and needs. The implementation of HLT hopefully can improve students' conceptual understanding and accelerate the learning process.
The Use of Compliments in English by Kyrgyz Learners
Authors: Abdikarimova Malika , Mirzakmatova Orozbubu , Bekkulova Darika , Kasymova Dinara , Pazilova Samara
Published: September 2024

People always deal with a certain speech act concerning on the purpose and reasons of communicating. Here when we are concentrated on speech acts, there is a need to have knowledge of different language means from phonemes to the whole text. Within different types of speech acts there is an issue of giving compliments to another one and at the same time responding to this or that compliment which takes one of the most crucial discussions and investigations throughout different languages considering their cultural backgrounds as well. These pre-study observations cause the relevance of this research. Therefore, the main aim of the article is to identify the ways and roles of using compliments in EFL classroom in Kyrgyzstan. The study reveals the fact that complimenting lessons sound more natural and live during different learning sessions and circumstances. The results of the study may be helpful and beneficial for English language instructors and learners as obtaining pragmatic ability and getting ready for further cross-cultural communication stages.
From Tradition to Action: The Potential of Community Empowerment Through Local Wisdom for Sustainable Environmental Protection Practices
Authors: Pratama Andika , Wahyudin Uyu , Hatimah Ihat , Sulistiono Eko , Fuadi Debi S , Ferianti Ferianti , Hidayat Toni , Haryanto Haryanto , Sardin Sardin
Published: September 2024

Local wisdom is the values, norms, and traditions that are passed down from generation to generation in a community group. This research aims to explore the potential for community empowerment through local wisdom values in the context of protection environmental practices in the community of Lawang Agung Village, South Sumatra, Indonesia. This research uses a qualitative approach with case study analysis techniques. Data collection was carried out by conducting systematic observations and in-depth interviews with participants and supported by documentary data to strengthen the results of research analysis. The informants in this study totalled 8 people consisting of 2 community leaders, 2 traditional leaders, and 4 people who play an active role in various cultural activities in the research locus area and have participated in cultural and environmental communities for more than 5 years. All research data were collected and reduced within the research boundaries so that the research results could be presented in accordance with the research objectives. The research analysis will be interpreted to develop a deeper understanding of the phenomenon under study. The research results show several things including: (1) Lawang Agung Village has a long history of practicing local wisdom and using natural resources wisely. (2) The spirit of gotong royong (mutual cooperation) and community cohesiveness is starting to fade due to the impact of individualism and modernization, shifting collective priorities to achieve personal gain. (3) The potential for empowerment for environmental conservation practices can be optimized with the stages of identifying empowerment potential, planning and organizing, implementing, and disseminating results/experiences. (4) Integration of spiritual values is also an important step in strengthening the transformation of local wisdom values into concrete actions in sustainable environmental conservation practices. The implication of the findings of this research is the exploration of various potentials of local wisdom values to strengthen environmentally wise behavior by integrating them in people's daily lives. This research also contributes to the strengthening of the theory and practice of environmental empowerment that prioritizes the local wisdom of the community.
Effects of Exercise Training on EEG Activity Patterns during Cognitive Tasks
Authors: Wang Wei , Han Jianhong , Vitiello Damien
Published: September 2024

To explore the effective method to detect the effect of exercise training on EEG activity, this paper compared the distinguishability of EEG changes relevanted to exercise training in different cognitive states. EEG signals of college students who have undergone long-term exercise training (exercise training group) and college students who have not undergone such training (control group) were collected under specific cognitive tasks (Motor imagination tasks). Then the power characteristics of alpha wave and beta wave were obtained by wavelet transform method. The machine learning method was used to distinguish the difference of brain electrical activity between the exercise-trained subjects and the control group during the exercise-related cognitive tasks. Results showed that EEG patterns between two groups were not distinguished in rest status (the accuracy is lower than 59%), but they were separable in the completion of the motor cognitive tasks. The accuracy was over 85%. The pattern of brain electrical activity during cognitive tasks can better reflect the effect of exercise training.
Reflection of in Narkh (Price) Pashto Rhymed Literature
Authors: Hamkar Mohammad Ibrahim , Mokhles Ghuncha Gul
Published: September 2024

Jirgas and talks grounded on the idea of (Power and Price) are the means by which the issues that arise among the Pashtuns are resolved. The article's goal is to pinpoint the Pashtuns' shared understanding of Narkh (price). It is a field study with a bibliographic focus, and the researcher employed both descriptive and analytical methods to achieve this goal. In any location or nation where there is a dearth of educated individuals, people would always resort to their civil laws in an attempt to resolve disputes or other issues. Among these rules and precepts, the majority of Pashtuns, particularly the tribes centered in Paktia, have a particular folk law known as Narkh (Price), which they frequently apply to resolve disputes. Narkh literally means "price" or "public law." Price, as it is known locally, refers to the customary choice made by the Merakchis (interviewers) to resolve a conflict between two or more individuals, families, villages, or tribes. Regarding societal concerns, there are many different kinds of prices: the cost of heat, the cost of cold, the cost of preparing halal food, the cost of murder, the cost of Quba, the cost of a woman, the cost of a woman on the run, the cost of theft, and the cost of walking off the road. Similarly, the price, or Jirga, has been referenced in literature, both written and oral, and it has served as the basis for poetic theory in this regard.
Review of Nima’s Sustainable Innovations
Authors: Ahmadzai Shamim , Rahimi Hassan Shah
Published: September 2024

In about half a century, the effect, innovation, wonder and the great unprecedented changes of prose poetry in the field of poetry have brought about many researches and investigations. But all of these are in selective form. Its selectivity is the main issue that needs more investigation. This has become the valued, said and unsaid version of prose poetry. Exporting on the realization of suggestions and changes of prose poetry, and in order to find out the undiscovered capacities of Persian through Neema is the glory of Persian poetry. In this investigation, Neema's innovations have been analyzed in descriptive form. The data and information for this ‌research have been collected via libraries.
Tracking the Photoactivity At The Interface of SiC/Poly 2(2-Thienyl) Furan Thin Solid Film in Polymer Gel Electrolytes
Authors: Kasem Kasem , Masuda Hisako , Mendez Rodriguez Andrea
Published: September 2024

Assemblies made by immobilizing nanoparticles SiC into poly 2(2-thienyl) furane (PTF) were subjected to optical and electrochemical investigation. The studies show that SiC, a molecular inorganic compound, and PTF produce reproducible photo responses. Optical studies show that the optical band gap of SiC is around 2.5 eV while PTF's is around 2.2 eV. The band gap values suggest these assemblies absorb the visible solar radiation spectra. Electrochemical studies in gel electrolytes indicate that PTF and PTF/SiC under illumination show p-p behavior, where hole accumulation dominates. SiC thin films lack such character. Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) studies revealed that the PTF and PTF/SiC possess kinetic and diffusional charge transfer properties. The studied assemblies and the gel electrolyte showed stability and resistance to photodegradation as evidenced by the regeneration of the same photo response after a longer period of experimentation.
Exploring Knee Flexion Techniques in Tibial Nailing: A Comparative Study of Two Different Methods Knee Flexion Techniques in Tibial Nailing
Authors: Al-Ibrahim Mustafa Wameedh Khalid , Al-Nasrawi Ahmed Nasser Qasim , Mutasher Amjad Abdulameer
Published: September 2024

Background. Tibial fractures, particularly diaphyseal fractures, are common and can result in prolonged non-weight-bearing periods, especially in older adults. Intramedullary nailing has become the standard treatment, offering early weight-bearing and improved functional outcomes. This study aims to compare the efficacy and safety of two knee flexion methods – Method A (using an adjustable triangular frame) and Method B (Seyhan method) – in tibial nailing procedures.Material and methods. A prospective randomized controlled trial was conducted with 90 adult patients aged 18-70 requiring intramedullary nailing for isolated closed tibial fractures. Method A utilized an adjustable triangular frame, allowing various degrees of knee flexion. In Method B (Seyhan method), knee flexion was achieved by leg sloping on the operation table with a cushion pillow under the distal thigh.Results. In terms of complication rates, a key finding was a significantly higher incidence of edema in Method B compared to Method A. The results indicated minor differences in satisfaction levels, with a slightly higher percentage of ‘Well Satisfied’ and a higher dissatisfaction rate in Method B. However, these variations in surgeon satisfaction did not reach statistical significance.Conclusions. 1. The Seyhan method and the adjustable triangular frame were compared in our study, with the latter showing advantages in terms of ease of use and reduced complications. 2. While complications like knee pain were observed in some cases, the triangular frame showed superior results in surgical efficiency and patient outcomes. 3. Further research is needed to confirm these findings and explore specific scenarios where each method may excel.
Comparison of the outcomes of Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA): tourniquet and tourniquet-less arthroplasty
Authors: Tekiela Natalia , Smolik Adam , Tabor Michał
Published: September 2024

Total knee replacement surgery (TKA) ranks among the most commonly performed orthopedic procedures nowadays. Many surgeons perform TKA with the use of tourniquet. It is also possible to carry out a tourniquet-less TKA. As with every surgery, TKA comes with the possibility of postoperative complications. The aim of this paper is to review the available scientific literature in order to systematize current knowledge and compare the pros and cons of tourniquet-based and tourniquet-less methods of total knee arthroplasty. This objective will serve to enhance patient awareness regarding the methods of total knee arthroplasty and provide reliable information to surgeons performing this procedure. The use of a tourniquet in total knee arthroplasty reduces intraoperative blood loss and operation time but may increase postoperative blood loss. It is associated with a higher risk of infection. Patients without a tourniquet experience less postoperative pain, shorter hospital stays, and comparable muscle function recovery over time. Tourniquet use increases the risk of deep vein thrombosis, influenced by tightening time. The choice between these methods involves balancing advantages and drawbacks in blood loss, infection risk, pain, and muscle recovery. Each method presents its own set of advantages and potential drawbacks, and the choice between the two methods requires a careful consideration of these factors.
Impacto de la microbiota intestinal en el control metabólico y la progresión de la diabetes mellitus: un desafío a la sostenibilidad de la salud en el siglo XXI
Authors: Argotti Zumbana Carlos Fabian , Villagrán Sánchez Mónica Tatiana , Argotti Zumbana Rodrigo Daniel , Robayo Poveda Domenica Monserrath , Ayuquina Lagua Marcia Margoth , Ramírez Fernández Diana Katherine , Chimborazo Chimborazo Gloria Alicia
Published: September 2024

Introducción: La microbiota intestinal tiene un rol crucial en la regulación del metabolismo y el desarrollo de complicaciones en enfermedades crónico-degenerativas como la diabetes mellitus. Método: Revisión sistemática basada en el método PRISMA, empleando base de datos como: Pubmed, Elsevier, Cochrane Library en inglés, español y portugués entre los años 2019- 2024 con criterios de inclusión que abordan estudios clínicos que analizan la relación entre la microbiota y la diabetes mellitus Resultados: La modulación de la microbiota a través de intervenciones dietéticas y probióticos muestra un potencial prometedor para mejorar el control metabólico en pacientes diabéticos. Las evidencias sugieren que los perfiles específicos de microbiota pueden actuar como biomarcadores para la progresión de la diabetes mellitus, ofreciendo nuevas perspectivas para estrategias terapéuticas personalizadas. Conclusión: Los beneficios del uso de probióticos, prebióticos, y otras estrategias dirigidas a mejorar la composición y función de la microbiota intestinal mejorando los niveles de hemoglobina y la reducción de marcadores inflamatorios, por ende el uso de estos va más allá de promover su incentivo puesto que los estudios sugieren que este tratamiento debe estar orientado a las necesidades del paciente para optimizar los resultados clínicos disminuyendo las complicaciones en el paciente.
Nutrición infantil sostenible: beneficios y desafíos de los probióticos, prebióticos y simbióticos
Authors: Argotti Zumbana Rodrigo Daniel , Robayo Poveda Domenica Monserrath , Ayuquina Lagua Marcia Margoth , Ramírez Fernández Diana Katherine , Argotti Zumbana Carlos Fabian , Pintag Fuertes Mary Mishell , Argotti Zumbana María Salome
Published: September 2024

Introducción: Probióticos, prebióticos y simbióticos son elementos esenciales para la salud intestinal, optimizando el equilibrio microbiano y mejorando la digestión. Objetivo: Identificar el uso de probióticos, prebióticos y simbióticos en la nutrición infantil. Metodología:  Revisión sistemática basada en el método PRISMA, empleando base de datos como: Pubmed, Elsevier, Cochrane Library en inglés, español y portugués entre los años 2019- 2024. Resultados: La modulación de la microbiota intestinal influye en el desarrollo inmunológico, la salud gastrointestinal y el metabolismo de los niños. Los probióticos han mostrado eficacia en el tratamiento del estreñimiento, la prevención de alergias alimentarias y el manejo de enfermedades inflamatorias intestinales y respiratorias. Los prebióticos, aunque menos estudiados de forma aislada, son efectivos en la mejora del perfil metabólico y la salud digestiva. La combinación de probióticos y prebióticos, conocida como simbióticos, emerge como una estrategia prometedora que podría maximizar los efectos terapéuticos al aprovechar la sinergia entre ambos compuestos. Conclusiones: Para determinar las dosis, cepas y combinaciones más eficaces, son esenciales ensayos clínicos exhaustivos y seguimientos a largo plazo. Los probióticos, prebióticos y simbióticos son formas seguras y eficaces de mejorar la salud infantil, posicionándolos como recursos valiosos para la prevención y el tratamiento de enfermedades.
Digital Divide as a Clog in the Wheel of Digital Economy: What Options for Nigeria?
Authors: Chime Ikechukwu
Published: September 2024

The rise of the digital economy, fuelled by technological innovations and digitalisation, has revolutionised every aspect of society and the economy. Unfortunately, the digital divide in Nigeria is hindering many citizens from participating in this new economy due to a lack of access to digital resources. To address this issue, this paper employs the doctrinal research methodology to provide a comprehensive overview of the digital economy. The paper evaluates the extent of the country's digital divide and identifies the factors contributing to its widening. It analyses the current legal and policy frameworks to bridge this gap. Ultimately, the paper recommends greater investment in telecommunication and electrical infrastructure, improving data availability and affordability, connection quality, and allocating more resources to digital education to encourage the development of locally relevant content and applications in languages. It concludes that bridging that divide will require targeted regulatory and policy initiatives recommended herein.
Regulation of Merger of Associations in Nigeria
Authors: Nwosu Edith Ogonnaya , Nwatu Samuel Ihuoma
Published: September 2024

A notable provision in the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020 is the merger of associations. Section 849 provides that 'Two or more associations with similar aims and objects may merge under terms and conditions as the Commission may prescribe by regulation.' This novel provision sets the wheels in motion for the merger of associations under Nigerian law. Curiously, the procedure for merger of associations pursuant to section 849 appears not to cut the mustard, as it is particularly silent on certain key issues such as the content of the scheme of merger, treatment of liabilities, and rights of dissenting members; these issues being features of mergers of companies. The paper examines the procedure for merger of associations under the CAMA 2020, comparing same with the procedures for similar mergers in the UK and South Africa respectively. The paper, among other things, recommends that the procedure for merger of associations in Nigeria be modified to address the essential elements which it omitted so as to promote due diligence and best practices, ensure fairness of the scheme of merger, and hold trustees liable for their actions.
Leveraging AI for a Greener Future: Exploring the Economic and Financial Impacts on Sustainable Environment in the United States
Authors: Mohammad Ridwan  , Bala Shewly , Shiam Sarder Abdulla Al , Akhter Afsana , Asrafuzzaman Md , Shochona Sarmin Akter , Abir Shake Ibna , Shoha Shaharina
Published: September 2024

In response to increasing environmental challenges, the United States has deliberately adopted technical advancements to promote sustainable development. This includes efforts to decrease pollution, improve energy efficiency, and encourage the use of environmentally friendly technology in different industries. This study investigates the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in promoting environmental sustainability in the United States from 1990 to 2019. It also examines the impacts of financial development, ICT use, and economic growth on the Load Capacity Factor (LCF). Various unit root tests revealed no unit root issues and mixed integration orders among variables. The Autoregressive Distributive Lag (ARDL) model explored cointegration, indicating long-run relationships among the variables. The ARDL findings confirm the Load Capacity Curve hypothesis for the United States, with AI technology and ICT use positively correlating with LCF in both the short and long run. Conversely, financial development and population growth significantly reduce LCF. Robustness checks using FMOLS, DOLS, and CCR estimation approaches align with the ARDL results. Granger causality tests reveal unidirectional causality from economic growth, AI, financial development, and ICT use to LCF and bidirectional causality between population and LCF. Diagnostic tests confirm the results are free from heterogeneity, serial correlation, and specification errors. This study underscores the importance of AI and ICT in enhancing environmental sustainability while highlighting the adverse impacts of financial development and population growth on LCF.
Identification of Novel Drug Compound for the Mutated Protein (PKBB-Protein Kinase B, Beta) Responsible for Endometrial Cancer Using Advanced Insilico Drug Designing Technique
Authors: Rekha S. , S Arivoli.
Published: September 2024

Currently, one of the most important health problems affecting individuals worldwide is endometrial cancer. Numerous studies have been conducted by oncologists in an effort to create preventive medications that will lower the cancer's death rate. Using 3D Insilico drug docking techniques, we investigate the potential interactions between the mutant target protein, PKBB-Protein Kinase B, Beta, and the anti-cancer pharmaceutical (control drug), Mercaptopurine, and the proposed de novo drug derivative. To perform drug docking procedures, the translated amino acid sequence and three-dimensional chemical compound were acquired from the NCBI database. The most sophisticated 3D molecular imaging instruments were used to conduct post-docking studies. The de novo medicine directly blocks amino acid mutational sites, as the results of the docking investigation clearly showed (PKBB). The suggested de novo drug has a higher binding score than the control medication, mercaptopurine. Using molecular dynamics techniques, a three-dimensional image of the H-bond contact force between PKBB and the de novo drug is produced. Therefore, we deduce that the suggested anti-cancer de novo drug may aid in the treatment of endometrial cancer. Thus, we suggest the de novo medicine, which lessens discomfort while reducing the signs and symptoms of malignancy.
Characterization of Bacterial Population Associated with Deterioration of Stored Kinnow Fruits (Citrus nobilis x Citrus deliciosa)
Authors: Toijam Rogeshwori , Bali Gagan Preet Kour
Published: September 2024

Fresh and spoiled Kinnow fruits were collected from local market in Kharar, Punjab, India to isolate and identify the microbial factors that causes deterioration of stored Kinnow (Citrus reticulata), as well as to study the impact of temperature to fruits at different storage conditions. Several microorganisms, including bacteria and fungus, may thrive in ideal condition present within the fruits. Using the pour plate method, the infected portion of the fruit was utilised to isolate the bacteria by serial dilution. Healthy colonies were selected and sub-cultured. Two types of bacteria have been isolated. Following morphological analysis and biochemical characterization, Staphylococcus spp. and Escherichia coli were determined to be the responsible organism.
Nutritional Evaluation of Eri Silkworm Pupa Strains: Addressing Entomophobia and Promoting Entomophagy
Authors: Das Sweta , Das Babli , Kalita Tarali
Published: September 2024

Samia ricini widely known as Eri silkworm is a commonly reared lepidopteran throughout the year. Six different strains of Eri silkworm are present, named according to their body pattern and color - greenish blue zebra (GBZ), greenish blue spotted (GBS), greenish blue plain (GBP), yellow zebra (YZ), yellow spotted (YS) and yellow plain (YP). Apart from being reared mostly for Eri silk, this lepidopteran insect is also considered as a popular delicacy among the tribes of Northeast India, along with it being moderately famous among the locals too. The proximate analysis of the lyophilized samples was carried out as per AOAC (2015) guidelines and mineral analysis was carried out in atomic absorption spectroscopy. Among the six different strains, YS contained highest moisture (7.82 gm) and crude fiber content (18.8 gm), whereas, YZ showed highest amount of total ash (4.32 gm) and crude fat content (22 gm). Furthermore, carbohydrate content was seen to be highest in GBS (14.41 gm). Hence, this study is aimed to unveil the nutritional worth of the six distinct pupa strains of Eri silkworm in an effort to dispel entomophobia, and promote entomophagy owing to the nutritional benefit it offers.
Toxicological Impact of Malachite Green on Freshwater Fish: A Comprehensive Review
Authors: Bora Rajkumar , Rasid Shehnaz Siddika , Hussain Md. Akib
Published: September 2024

Triarylmethane dyes, such as malachite green, are widely used in the culinary, pharmaceutical, textile, and other sectors for a variety of purposes, including aquaculture parasiticides. It controls fungal attacks, protozoan infections, and some other diseases caused by helminthes on a wide range of fish and aquatic organisms. Nonetheless, the dye's purportedly harmful effects have raised a lot more questions about its usage. The exposure time, temperature and the concentration all raise the dye's toxicity. It has been linked to chromosomal breaks, mutagenesis, cancer,teratogeneity, and pulmonary toxicity. Multi-organ tissue damage is one of malachite green's histopathological consequences. Fish exposed to malachite green have notable changes in their blood's biochemical characteristics. Malachite green and its reduced form, leucomalachite green, have been found in a variety of tissues, including eggs and fries, as well as serum, liver, kidney, and muscles. Despite a wealth of information about malachite green's toxicity, several developing countries still utilize it as a parasiticide in aquaculture and other industries. Hence, there is a significant likelihood of malachite green disposition in the food chain. To counteract its toxicological effect, it is crucial to identify a substitute because of its high toxicity.
Geospatial Mapping and Health Status of Some Important Ornamental Fish Habitats of Upper Assam, India
Authors: Deb Shatabdi , Nayak Nipen , Biswas Shyama Prasad
Published: September 2024

To conserve and manage water resources, it is crucial to create a record of water bodies and their catchments, which can be accomplished through digitized maps. The research focused on five rivers - River Dibru, River Sessa, River Burhidihing, River Brahmaputra, as well as two wetlands of Upper Assam - Maguri Beel, and Mer Beel. These water bodies were chosen based on their abundant fishery resources. Each selected water body was divided into three segments, and one sampling station from each segment was selected for monitoring water quality and recording fish species. The distribution of the catchment area was analyzed in the form of raster maps and geomorphology maps. Based on fish landings, the water bodies were identified and classified, and fish samples were collected through regular field surveys. Over the period from January 2021 to December 2022, eleven physicochemical parameters of the selected water bodies were recorded seasonally to assess the health status of each water bodies. Similarly, the health status and growth coefficient of each fish specimen was done.
Water parameters were mostly within the standard limits and demonstrated only a narrow range of seasonal variation. In the studied water bodies, 49 ornamental fish species representing 32 genera under 18 families and 8 orders were found. Among the water bodies, River Dibru had the highest number of ornamental fish species at 46. The order Cypriniformes was dominant in all the studied sites.
Penerapan Tanda Tangan Digital dan Secure Coding berdasarkan OWASP pada Sistem E-Control Tugas Akhir
Authors: Alwan Dhana Arvina , Qomariasih Nurul
Published: September 2024

Teknologi sangat penting dalam kehidupan manusia. Dalam bidang pendidikan, teknologi dapat mempermudah proses pendidikan. Salah satu manfaat teknologi dalam pendidikan adalah sistem e-control tugas akhir. Namun, beberapa sistem yang ada masih memiliki kekurangan dalam hal keamanan aplikasi web. Oleh karena itu, penulis melakukan penelitian untuk memperbaiki sistem dengan menerapkan praktik keamanan berdasarkan panduan OWASP Secure Coding Practices Quick Reference Guide. Penulis juga akan menerapkan tanda tangan elektronik pada mahasiswa melalui API Balai Sertifikasi Elektronik Badan Siber dan Sandi Negara untuk memperbaiki efisiensi penggunaan sistem. Praktik keamanan yang diterapkan meliputi input validation, output encoding, authentication and password management, session management, access control, cryptographic practices, error handling and logging, data protection, communication security, system configuration, database security, file management, memory management, dan general coding practices. Hasil akhir dari penelitian ini adalah terciptanya Sistem E-Control Tugas Akhir yang aman dengan fitur notifikasi, pengajuan topik penelitian, proposal, tugas akhir, tanda tangan elektronik dokumen, broadcast message pada email, unggah-unduh dokumen, dan manajemen pengguna. Penerapan keamanan berdasarkan OWASP Secure Coding Practices Quick Reference Guide yang telah dilakukan terbukti dapat mengurangi risiko kerentanan sebesar 48,15%.
Penilaian Risiko Secure Software Development Life Cycle pada Sistem Informasi Senat Mahasiswa Perguruan Tinggi XYZ Menggunakan Metode OWASP
Authors: Setiawan Hermawan , Ghiffari Muhammad Novrizal
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menilai risiko keamanan aplikasi web Sistem Informasi Senat Mahasiswa di Perguruan Tinggi XYZ dengan menggunakan metode OWASP (Open Web Application Security Project) dalam kerangka Secure Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Metode OWASP dikenal sebagai standar internasional untuk mengidentifikasi dan menangani berbagai kerentanan dalam pengembangan aplikasi web. Penilaian ini dilakukan melalui beberapa tahap yang meliputi perencanaan, analisis risiko, desain, implementasi, pengujian, dan pemeliharaan aplikasi. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa penerapan OWASP dalam siklus pengembangan perangkat lunak yang aman secara signifikan dapat mengurangi risiko keamanan, seperti injeksi SQL, cross-site scripting (XSS), dan kelemahan autentikasi. Selain itu, temuan ini memberikan rekomendasi praktis untuk meningkatkan keamanan aplikasi di lingkungan pendidikan tinggi. Dengan demikian, penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi penting bagi pengembangan sistem informasi yang lebih aman dan terpercaya, khususnya dalam konteks manajemen organisasi mahasiswa.
Cyber-Risk Management Menggunakan NIST Cyber Security Framework (CSF) dan Cobit 2019 pada Instansi XYZ
Authors: Julianto Andhika Sigit , Hikmah Ira Rosianal , Yasa Ray Novita
Published: September 2024

Current technological developments trigger companies or organizations to use Information Technology (IT) as a service base and optimize business processes. IT can provide opportunities in the government sector to develop state apparatus through implementing the Electronic-Based Government System (SPBE). Central and Local Government Agencies have implemented SPBE and contributed to the efficiency and effectiveness of government administration. Ensuring the sustainability of SPBE and reducing the impact of risk is the goal of risk management, with a process of identification, analysis, control, monitoring, and evaluation of risks based on risk management determined by the government. XYZ Agency is an agency that operates in the fields of communication and information, coding and statistics. XYZ Agency also implemented an Electronic Based Government System (SPBE). In this study, Cyber-risk management was designed using NIST CSF and COBIT 2019. In designing cyber-risk management, using 6 stages, namely Prioritized and Scope, Orient, Create a Current Profile, Conduct Risk Assessment, Create a Target Profile, and Determine, Analyze, and Prioritize Gaps. In this study, there are 28 assets, 17 threats, 13 vulnerabilities, and 12 controls implemented. With these results obtained 111 risks, there are 35 risks in the high category, 63 risks in the medium category, and 13 risks in the low category. The final result of this research is the preparation preparation of a cyber-risk management design by grouping the recommended actions based on Work Products (WP) and Generic Work Products (GWP) which become a work program for XYZ Agency.
The Dual Edge of Nanotechnology: Investigating the Environmental Risks and Benefits of Nanoparticles
Authors: Dr. Amba Prasad
Published: September 2024

Nanotechnology plays several roles in our environment, and this study focuses on AgNPs, TiO₂ NPs, and CNTs. While these minute particles are incredibly useful and extend great hope toward applications in the purification of water, as well as controlling pollutants, they are known to pose a high degree of environmental risk. Examples include AgNPs, which were observed to bioaccumulate in aquatic organisms with high toxicity levels, hence raising concerns over its potential for ecosystem harm. On one side, TiO₂ NPs mostly exhibit less toxicity; however, with the action of UV light exposure, it can be dangerous and elicit stress in organisms. On the other hand, CNTs only showed low immediate toxicity, but their persistence in the environment may result in long-term effects. This work further underpins how much balance is needed in the use of nanotechnology: to maximize its benefits while trying to minimize risks as protection for our environment.
Validasi Metode Analisa Penetapan Kadar Alkohol Dalam Obat Batuk Sirup dengan Metode Spektrofotometer Uv-Vis
Authors: Sultan Siti Fatimah , Salamah Nina , Susanti Hari
Published: September 2024

Obat batuk sirup merupakan sediaan farmasi yang sering mengandung alkohol sebagai pelarut dan pengawet. Namun, keberadaan alkohol dalam obat dapat menimbulkan masalah keamanan dan kehalalan produk. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis dan menetapkan kadar alkohol dalam obat batuk sirup menggunakan metode spektrofotometri UV-Vis dan kromatografi gas dengan detektor ionisasi nyala (GC-FID). Sampel obat batuk sirup dari berbagai merek dianalisis menggunakan kedua metode tersebut. Metode spektrofotometri UV-Vis menggunakan reaksi oksidasi alkohol dengan kalium dikromat dalam suasana asam. Validasi metode dilakukan meliputi linearitas, presisi, akurasi, batas deteksi (LOD), dan batas kuantifikasi (LOQ). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kedua metode memiliki linearitas yang baik (r > 0,99) dengan rentang konsentrasi 0,5; 1; 2; 4; 8; 16 % (v/v).  Metode spektrofotometri UV-Vis menunjukkan presisi dan akurasi yang baik dengan nilai SD=0,010759492; RSD=0,049167518%; dan nilai %recovery=100,1% Sedangkan nilai LOD=1,079289 µg/mL dan LOQ=3,597629 µg/mL. Penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa metode spektrofotometri UV-Vis dapat digunakan sebagai metode yang valid dan saling melengkapi untuk analisis kadar alkohol dalam obat batuk sirup, memberikan informasi penting bagi produsen dan konsumen terkait keamanan dan kehalalan produk.
Implementation of Raspberry Pi As A2dp Module On The Quality of Song Reception of Humanoid Robot
Authors: Iswahyudi Wildan , Irfani Mochamad Farhan Ali , Muzayana Muzayana , Sendari Siti , Ramadhanu Nuzul Zaeni Eki
Published: September 2024

This research discusses comparing the performance of Bluetooth communication on Raspberry Pi in controlling dance humanoid robots using external modules and direct communication. This research aims to understand the difference in performance between the two methods, by analyzing data transmission speed, signal stability, and communication latency that affect the quality of robot movement. In addition, this research also aims to evaluate the effectiveness of using simple filters such as low-pass filter circuits to improve the stability of Bluetooth communication on Raspberry Pi. It is hoped that this research can lead to a better understanding of the influence of both communication methods on the quality of dance humanoid robot movements.