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US-China Strategic Competition in Development: China’s Global Development Initiative(GDI)
Authors:   Korea Association of International Development and Cooperation, Ha Yoonbin
Published: February 2025

Purpose: In 2021, China proposed the Global Development Initiative (GDI). This paper analyzes the discourse of the GDI to understand the direction of US-China strategic competition in the development field and its implications for the future reshaping of the international order.
Originality: In the context of the securitization of development in the 21st century, the decline of the liberal international order, and the deepening of US-China strategic competition, development cooperation plays a crucial role in diplomacy towards the Global South. Therefore, research on the GDI is timely and important.
Methodology: This study employs discourse analysis as its research method.
Result: China’s GDI emphasizes ‘development first’ and ‘people-centered’ approaches, disregarding existing Western-centric development norms and appealing to developing countries with authoritarian regimes. China strives to incorporate the GDI into the international development agenda through the UN, while strengthening South-South cooperation and adopting a strategy that excludes the West.
Conclusion and Implication: China’s presentation of global initiatives appears to go beyond mere competition in the development field. It seems to be an effort to embrace the Global South for future restructuring of the international order and to strengthen the universal expandability of China’s discourse. As both the US and China erode the liberal international order, South Korea should cooperate with like-minded countries to rectify the contradictions in the existing international order and play a role in preventing extreme conflicts between the US and China in the making of new world order.
South Korea’s Strategic Role in Global Health: Promoting Multilateral Cooperation, Health Equality, and Disease Eradication
Authors:   Korea Association of International Development and Cooperation, Kim Kyong Hee , Sachchi Baral Chitrakar Sachchi Baral Chitrakar , Choi Jae Wook
Published: February 2025

Purpose: This study explores the necessity of reinforcing international cooperation and sustaining South Korea’s Global Disease Eradication Fund to strengthen its role in advancing global health and health equity.
Originality: This research aims to fill the gap in existing literature on the importance of multilateral cooperation by analyzing the outcomes and alignment of South Korea's multilateral aid, and aims to provide a rationale for continued, strategically optimized investment in global health partnerships.
Methodology: This study conducted a literature review on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to global health, focusing on South Korea’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) policies. It examined four key multilateral organizations―Gavi, the Global Fund, GPEI, and CEPI―to assess their roles as priority partners within South Korea’s development framework. By selecting sources related to health equity, disease eradication, and multilateral cooperation, the study analyzed the alignment and effectiveness of South Korea’s contributions to global health objectives.
Result: To ensure coherence with both national priorities and international objectives related to Official Development Assistance (ODA) and global health, South Korea's multilateral cooperation must be further accelerated and strategically strengthened.
Conclusions and Implication: The global disease eradication landscape and its relevance to international health, suggesting strategies for South Korea to enhance its multilateral cooperation. As an OECD DAC member, South Korea can leverage public-private partnerships and diversified funding to expand its global health role despite resource constraints. By focusing on health equity programs, similar to the UK's efforts with Gavi and the Global Fund, South Korea play a pivotal role towards reinforcing its commitment to global health equity.
Strategies to Strengthen the Primary Health Care System for Mitigating Health Inequality in the Community: Korea's Experience as an ODA Recipient Country
Authors:   Korea Association of International Development and Cooperation, Lee Jung-Won , Noh Jin-Won , Kim Chun-Bae
Published: February 2025

Purpose: This study examines South Korea’s experience as an Official Development Assistance (ODA) recipient, focusing on its efforts to strengthen primary health care (PHC) systems to address health disparities. The study aims to provide strategic insights for developing countries to establish sustainable PHC systems based on South Korea’s experience.
Originality: This study is distinct in its comprehensive analysis of South Korea's community health projects, particularly focusing on their role in mitigating health disparities during the country's transition from an ODA recipient to a donor.
Methodology: A qualitative systematic review of 345 articles, reports, and historical records was conducted. Key cases of PHC initiatives, such as the Ganghwa Community Health Project and the Geoje Community Development Health Project, were analyzed.
Result: The study highlights the critical role of international aid, community participation, and government-led integration in developing sustainable PHC systems. South Korea's tailored health services addressed community needs, while ongoing government support ensured the stability of healthcare infrastructure.
Conclusions and Implication: South Korea’s experience emphasizes the importance of localizing healthcare services, fostering community involvement, and preparing for independent operation after aid. The findings provide actionable strategies for developing countries to mitigate health disparities and build resilient, equitable healthcare systems.
AI-Powered Predictive Analytics for Dynamic Cloud Resource Optimization: A Technical Implementation Framework
Authors: Siddhart Kumar Choudhary
Published: February 2025

This article explores the transformative impact of AI-driven predictive analytics on cloud resource optimization, presenting a comprehensive technical implementation framework. The article shows how artificial intelligence and machine learning architectures revolutionize traditional cloud management approaches through advanced predictive capabilities and dynamic resource allocation. It examines the evolution from static threshold-based systems to sophisticated AI-driven solutions, analyzing their implementation strategies across various organizational contexts. The article delves into multiple optimization domains, including capacity provisioning, cost management, performance enhancement, and energy efficiency, while presenting real-world applications and impact analyses across different industries. Through extensive case studies and empirical evidence, the article demonstrates how organizations leverage AI-powered solutions to address complex cloud resource management challenges, achieve operational efficiencies, and maintain competitive advantages in the digital marketplace. The article also explores future developments and provides strategic recommendations for organizations implementing cloud optimization frameworks, emphasizing the importance of standardized approaches, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable practices in cloud resource management.
Transforming Healthcare: The Convergence of Generative AI and Cloud Technologies
Authors: Ripunjaya Pattnaik
Published: February 2025

The convergence of generative AI and cloud computing is reshaping the healthcare landscape, presenting unprecedented opportunities for innovation and advancement across multiple domains. This comprehensive article explores the transformative potential of these technologies, examining their applications in personalized medicine, clinical decision support, medical imaging, and healthcare operations. The article delves into critical research areas, including privacy-preserving AI frameworks, edge computing integration, and interoperability solutions that enable seamless data exchange across healthcare systems. Special attention is given to emerging capabilities in emergency response, population health management, and patient engagement, alongside cost optimization and quality improvement considerations. Through analysis of current implementations and future directions, this article identifies key technical challenges, ethical considerations, and success factors that will shape the evolution of AI-powered healthcare solutions. This article emphasizes the importance of cross-disciplinary collaboration, robust governance frameworks, and sustainable infrastructure development in realizing the full potential of these technologies. This article contributes to the growing body of knowledge on AI applications in healthcare while highlighting pathways for responsible innovation that prioritize patient outcomes, privacy, and healthcare system efficiency.
Cálculos de Estimativas de Câncer Regionais pela Razão Incidência/Mortalidade: Tutorial com Apoio de Scripts do Software R
Authors: Pena Gil Patrus , Ribeiro Sara Oliveira
Published: February 2025

Introdução: Um dos principais papéis da vigilância do câncer é fornecer ao gestor um cenário da situação do câncer, projetando expectativas sobre a incidência dos diferentes tipos de câncer nos territórios, possibilitando o planejamento racional das ações de prevenção, detecção precoce e tratamento direcionados aos principais tipos de câncer incidentes naquela Região. A elaboração de estimativas de câncer constitui uma das principais ferramentas nesse sentido, mas sua elaboração detalhada pelos diferentes tipos de câncer e regiões é complexa e trabalhosa. O software R é uma ferramenta poderosa de manipulação de dados e seu uso ainda é pouco difundido nas atividades de vigilância em saúde. Objetivo: Descrever a metodologia do cálculo das estimativas de incidência do câncer e disponibilizar o conjunto de scripts do software R utilizado, com o objetivo de difundir e fomentar o seu uso nas atividades de vigilância do câncer. Método: É apresentada a elaboração das Estimativas de Câncer em Minas Gerais, para o ano de 2024, por Macrorregiões de Saúde. Todo o processo de manipulação e cálculos foi estruturado em scripts do R, que são disponibilizados como um suplemento. Resultados: A elaboração de estimativas é potencializada pelo uso do software R, pela facilidade da manipulação da grande quantidade de dados e dos cálculos necessários, além da possibilidade de apresentação dos resultados em gráficos e mapas. Conclusão: Com a disponibilização dos scripts, espera-se que todo o processo possa ser adaptado por outros Estados, para a elaboração de suas próprias estimativas regionais.
Efeitos da Covid-19 na Atenção ao Câncer no Brasil: Impactos do Rastreamento ao Tratamento
Authors: Ribeiro Caroline Madalena , Atty Adriana Tavares de Moraes
Published: February 2025

Introdução: A pandemia de covid-19 teve impacto significativo no Brasil, resultando em mais de 700 mil mortes. Todo sistema de saúde foi impactado, inclusive o atendimento oncológico. Objetivo: Quantificar o impacto da pandemia na oferta de procedimentos da linha de cuidado do câncer no Brasil. Método: Estudo de série temporal com dados secundários dos Sistemas de Informação do Sistema Único de Saúde. Frequências mensais de casos confirmados de covid-19 e procedimentos de rastreamento dos cânceres de mama e do colo do útero, diagnóstico e tratamento de todos os tipos de câncer foram calculadas para o ano pré-pandêmico (2019) e o período pandêmico (2020-2022). Variações percentuais mensais (VPM) no registro de procedimentos foram calculadas pelo método Joinpoint. Resultados: Houve redução em todos os procedimentos durante a pandemia, exceto quimioterapia e radioterapia. Maiores declínios ocorreram entre abril e junho de 2020, período de lockdown no Brasil, e dezembro de 2021 a fevereiro de 2022, coincidindo com a disseminação da variante Ômicron. Durante a primeira onda da covid-19, exames de rastreamento foram mais afetados, com redução de 44,90% (IC95% -49,21 a -35,71) nos exames de Papanicolaou e 45,79% (IC95% -44,88% a -28,85) nas mamografias. Posteriormente, os procedimentos oscilaram de acordo com o aumento de casos de covid-19, retornando aos patamares pré-pandêmicos somente em 2022. Conclusão: Houve retomada gradual da realização dos procedimentos, retomando aos níveis pré-pandêmicos em 2022. Espera-se uma ampliação da oferta desses procedimentos para mitigar as consequências de prováveis atrasos no diagnóstico e no tratamento do câncer.
Vigilância do Câncer Relacionado ao Trabalho no Estado de Minas Gerais: Estratégias de Implantação (2019-2023)
Authors: Andrade Cristiane Moreira Magalhães , Arantes Eleonora Assunção Morad , Otero Ubirani Barros , Abreu Mery Natali Silva
Published: February 2025

Introdução: Em Minas Gerais, os cânceres relacionados ao trabalho (CRT) são subnotificados no Sistema de Informação de Agravos de Notificação (Sinan) em razão principalmente da não execução da Vigilância do Câncer Relacionado ao Trabalho (VCRT). Objetivo: Descrever as estratégias da Secretaria de Saúde de Minas Gerais (SES/MG) para implantar a VCRT no Estado, tendo como enfoque a vigilância epidemiológica. Método: Utilizou-se o relato de experiência para descrever o processo de implantação da VCRT ocorrido no período de 2019 a 2023 por meio das vivências profissionais, análise de atas de reuniões e de dados no Sinan, Registro Hospitalar de Câncer (RHC) e do Sistema de Informação sobre Mortalidade (SIM), no caso do mesotelioma. Foram comparados o número de casos de CRT notificados no Sinan antes (2008-2018) e depois (2019-2023) da implantação da VCRT. Resultados: A implantação da VCRT seguiu nove etapas: capacitação sobre câncer e trabalho; parceria com a Coordenação de Vigilância do Câncer da SES/MG; definição dos cânceres-alvo das ações; rastreamento dos casos prioritários; elaboração de formulários; articulação com serviços de alta complexidade; rastreamento dos cânceres no RHC e SIM (mesotelioma); investigação epidemiológica; emissão de parecer; e monitoramento mensal das notificações. Observou-se um aumento das notificações de CRT no Sinan de 73 casos de 2008-2018 para 1.148 casos de 2019-2023. Conclusão: Por meio das estratégias implantadas, foram instituídas rotinas das ações de VCRT nos serviços de Vigilância em Saúde do Trabalhador (Visat). Além disso, com a notificação qualificada e rotineira no Sinan será possível melhor caracterizar o cenário epidemiológico de CRT em MG.
Assistência Oncológica para Crianças, Adolescentes e Adultos Jovens nos Serviços Públicos da Região de Campinas-SP
Authors: Friestino Jane Kelly Oliveira , Camargo Breno Binotti de Souza , Conceição Vander Monteiro da , Lorentz Willian , Haas Patricia , Faria Rivaldo Mauro de , Francisco Priscila Maria Stolses Bergamo
Published: February 2025

Introdução: No Brasil, o manejo do câncer nos diferentes níveis de atenção aponta para que os estabelecimentos de saúde habilitados como Centros de Alta Complexidade em Oncologia (Cacon) ou Unidades de Alta Complexidade em Oncologia (Unacon) possam fazer o acolhimento e o tratamento. Objetivo: Identificar a organização dos serviços de saúde que ofereceram atendimento para o tratamento de câncer em crianças, adolescentes e adultos jovens pertencentes ao Departamento Regional de Saúde de Campinas-SP (DRS 7), nos últimos 21 anos (2000 a 2020), e descrever os aspectos clínicos e epidemiológicos da população atendida. Método: Estudo transversal retrospectivo, de natureza exploratória e descritiva. Para a análise documental, foram consultados o Plano Estadual de Saúde do Estado de São Paulo 2020-2023 (PES-SP), e demais documentos norteadores das Redes Regionais de Atenção à Saúde no Estado de São Paulo. O tabulador é de domínio público fornecido pelo Sistema de Registro Hospitalar de Câncer (SisRHC). Resultados: Foram identificados seis hospitais habilitados em atendimento especializado para o câncer. Identificaram-se 6.503 Registros Hospitalares de Câncer de crianças, adolescentes e adultos jovens, dos quais 54,67% eram do sexo masculino. A leucemia linfoblástica de células precursoras e a leucemia mieloide aguda apresentaram maior incidência. Conclusão: A Política Nacional de Atenção Oncológica, ao adotar uma distribuição regional estratégica, posiciona São Paulo como referência no tratamento do câncer. O DRS 7 Campinas se destaca pela oferta de atendimento a pacientes de todo o país, com registros de câncer que seguem padrões semelhantes aos de outras Regiões do Brasil.
Intralesional excision as a management strategy for keloids
Authors: Trimartani T. , Widodo Dini Widiarni , Ranakusuma Respati Wulansari , M Mesiwisani , Putri Annisa , Reksodiputro Mirta Hediyati
Published: February 2025

Background: Several therapeutic modalities exist for keloids, but management them remains a challenge due to high recurrence rates. These case series discussed surgical therapy using intralesional excision. Purpose: To compare the effect of intralesional excision with extra-lesional excision followed by post-operative triamcinolone injection, on the recurrence rates of auricular keloids. Case reports: Three patients with keloids treated with intralesional excision were presented. The first patient, a 20-year- old male, had keloids on both ears, nose, hands, and feet following burnt injury. The second patient, a 19-year-old female, had a keloid lump on the left auricle. The patient had a history of bilateral microtia and had undergone stage 1 auriculoplasty with rib grafting on both ears. The third patient, a 36-year-old woman with complaints of a keloid appearing for 3 years in the helix of her right ear, and underwent surgical excision followed by triamcinolone injection. Clinical question: How does the recurrence in patients with auricular keloid undergoing intralesional excision and postoperative triamcinolone injection, compared to extra-lesional excision and triamcinolone injection? Method: A systematic literature search was conducted using PubMed, Cochrane Library, Scopus, and ClinicalKey with relevant keywords: “intralesional excision”, AND “keloid”. Result: A total of 192 articles were found, and 3 articles met the eligibility criteria. Conclusion: The literature search revealed no difference in the recurrence rates between intralesional and extra-lesional excision with triamcinolone injection. Further research on this topic is needed.
Keywords: intralesional excision, keloid, recurrence
ТОКСИКОЛОГІЧНЕ ОБҐРУНТУВАННЯ МЕДИКО-САНІТАРНОГО НОРМАТИВУ ДОПУСТИМОГО ВМІСТУ 1,1'-БІФЕНІЛУ В ПОВІТРІ РОБОЧОЇ ЗОНИ
Authors: Кузьмінов Б. П. , Зазуляк Т. С. , Кузьмінов О. Б. , Лукасевич Н. Ф. , Чемодурова Н. Є.
Published: February 2025

1,1'-біфеніл зустрічається в природі в кам’яновугільній смолі, сирій нафті та природному газі й застосовується як проміжний продукт хімічного синтезу, компонент рідин для теплопередачі, охолоджувальна рідина у ядерних реакторах, антисептик для вироблення шкіри. В умовах використання в різноманітних технологічних процесах 1,1'-біфеніл у вигляді парів та аерозолю поступає в повітря виробничих приміщень і може негативно впливати на працюючих, що обумовлює необхідність розробки медико-санітарного нормативу допустимого вмісту в повітрі робочої зони. Метою роботи було експериментальне встановлення параметрів токсичності 1,1'-біфенілу з визначення характеру біологічної дії на організм теплокровних тварин та обґрунтування гранично допустимої концентрації в повітрі робочої зони. 1,1'-біфеніл досліджували в гострих, підгострих і хронічних експериментах. Робота була проведена на лабораторних тваринах (білих щурах-самцях, білих мишах-самцях, мурчаках і кролях). Проведеними експериментальними дослідженнями та аналізом літературних даних встановлено, що 1,1'-біфеніл за параметрами гострої токсичності за одноразового внутрішньошлункового введення й однократного інгаляційного впливу належить до помірно небезпечних речовин (3-й клас небезпечності), за однократного нанесення на шкіру – до малонебезпечних речовин (4-й клас небезпечності), чинить резорбтивно-токсичну дію в разі нанесення на шкіру та має середньо виражені кумулятивні властивості, проявляє середньо виражену подразнювальну дію в разі попадання на слизові оболонки, може викликати сенсибілізацію організму. Специфічної дії на процеси репродукції і розвитку 1,1'-біфеніл не чинить, мутагенної дії не проявляє, існують імовірні докази його канцерогенного потенціалу. Гранично допустиму концентрація в повітрі робочої зони обґрунтовано на рівні 1,0 мг/м3 пари + аерозоль, 2-й клас небезпечності, позначка + – потребує спеціального захисту шкіри. Висновки. Встановлено параметри токсичності, характер біологічної дії на організм лабораторних тварин та обґрунтовано гранично допустиму концентрацію 1,1'-біфенілу в повітрі робочої зони.
Effectiveness of Training on the Ability of Voluntary Corps Students to Provide First Aid for Syncope
Authors: Nurjannah Misbah , Sari Putri Agustina Nila , Widyastuti Dwi
Published: February 2025

Background: Temporary loss of consciousness that happens suddenly is called syncope. Dehydration, exhaustion, hypoglycemia, and heat stroke can all lead to syncope by reducing blood and oxygen flow to the brain. Paleness, dizziness, cold sweats, and blurred vision are the symptoms of this illness. Objective: The purpose of this study is to ascertain how training affects Korps Sukarela students' first aid for syncope knowledge and abilities. Methods: This study employed with one group pretest-posttest methodology. Through the use of random sampling, the study's sample was chosen, resulting in 72 responses. Before and after training, respondents completed pretest and posttest questionnaires, and researchers evaluated the information on the observation sheets. SPSS was used for both univariate and bivariate analysis of the research findings. Result: The study's findings demonstrated that training had an impact on KSR students' syncope first aid knowledge and abilities. KSR students' knowledge and abilities have increased both before and after instruction. Conclusion: There is a significant relationship between training and increasing the knowledge and skills of KSR students in first aid for syncope.
Characteristics and Clinical Outcomes of COVID-19 in ESRD Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis in Ngudi Waluyo Wlingi General Hospital in 2020-2022
Authors: Wijayanto Fajar , Insanitaqwa Aleyda , Mawaddah Syarifiyana
Published: February 2025

Background: The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic is a major threat to global health care. Comorbidities, including end-stage renal disease (ESRD), are related to an increased risk of severe infection and mortality.

Objective: To assess determinants related to the clinical outcomes of COVID-19 in ESRD patients undergoing hemodialysis in Ngudi Waluyo Wlingi General Hospital in 2020-2022.

Methods: This study included ESRD patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis who were hospitalized at Ngudi Waluyo Wlingi General Hospital due to COVID-19 from May 2020 to February 2022. Clinical characteristics were investigated in relation to the severity and survival status.

Results: A total of 26 patients (46.15% male) with a mean age of 52.27±13.65 years met the inclusion criteria. Of these, 42.3% had a mild infection, 23% had a moderate infection, 30.77% had a severe infection, and 3.8% had a critical infection. The mortality rate was 23.08%, with a mean length of stay of 15.19±7 days. Age, oxygen saturation, respiratory rate upon admission, lymphocyte and neutrophil levels, and neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio were significantly associated with COVID-19 severity. Length of stay was statistically influenced by respiratory rate upon admission. The mortality rate was correlated with the dialysis vintage, levels of hemoglobin, leukocytes, platelets, neutrophils, neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio, serum urea, serum creatinine, eGFR, and length of stay.

Conclusion: COVID-19 in ESRD patients undergoing hemodialysis were more likely to have a poor prognosis. Identifying determinants is crucial for reducing morbidity and mortality.
Proposing a socialecological framework for successful grassland restoration in Germany – an overview and insights from the Grassworks project
Authors: Temperton Vicky
Published: February 2025

Bending the biodiversity curve and delivering on biodiversity promises from international agreements and laws, including Kunming-Montreal and the EU Restoration Law, requires upscaling ecological restoration from smaller to larger spatial and temporal dimensions and across different spheres of society. Achieving this depends on a strong scientific evidence base and synthesis of effective practices from both ecological and social perspectives. The Grassworks project investigates the factors driving success in grassland restoration in Germany, addressing ecological, socio-economic, and socialecological dimensions. We address this by conducting a post-hoc assessment of previously restored sites, comparing them to both positive and negative reference sites across three regions along a north-south gradient in Germany. In the post-hoc assessment, we employed a stratified design to evaluate the effects of restoration methods, previous land use, current management, governance, finance, and time since restoration intervention. We assessed vegetation, butterflies, wild bees, soil characteristics, and economic performance, while controlling for surrounding landscape configuration. Additionally, we examined key socialecological dimensions, including stakeholder values, knowledge exchange, and decision-making processes within established networks. This was complemented by a Real-World Laboratory approach, integrating ex-ante and ex-post assessments, demonstration sites, and live restoration activities co-created with local stakeholders. This publication provides an overview and reflection, drawing on insights from the Grassworks project in Germany, to inform, guide and support the development of future large-scale socialecological restoration efforts worldwide.
Integrating Phylogeny and Functional Traits into Evaluations of Nestedness in Island Floras
Authors: Mologni Fabio , Bellingham Peter , Cameron Ewen , Wright Anthony , Wang Yanping
Published: February 2025

Questions Understanding the composition and structure of island floras is crucial for making informed conservation decisions. Island floras are often nested, i.e. lower species richness assemblages are frequently subsets of those higher in richness. However, the circumstances under which this occurs on islands are often unclear. Moreover, research in island biogeography rarely integrates phylogeny and functional traits in nestedness studies. Here, we integrated phylogenetic and functional traits in the investigation of relationships between taxonomic nestedness and island characteristics to gain insight into the processes that shape the composition and structure of island floras. We asked whether (i) native plant species assemblages are nested according to their phylogeny and functional traits and (ii) whether nested patterns are related to island characteristics. Location 264 islands offshore from northern Aotearoa New Zealand. Methods We combined field surveys and published data for 775 native plant species across the islands. We compiled information about their phylogeny at the fine (species) and coarse level (i.e. ferns and allies, conifers, monocots, and dicots). Then, for each species, we determined three plant functional traits (growth forms, dispersal modes, and species maximum height). We quantified nestedness by organizing species incidence matrices using the NODF (i.e. nestedness metric based on overlap and decreasing fill) and fixed-fixed null models. Finally, we correlated island nestedness ranks with three island characteristics (area, isolation, and exposure to ocean-borne disturbances). Results All plant categories were nested, except for ferns and water-dispersed species. Nestedness ranks were consistently related to island area, strongly supporting the selective extinction hypothesis. Relationships with isolation and exposure to ocean-borne disturbances were less strong and varied by phylogeny and functional traits, suggesting weaker support for selective immigration and habitat nestedness. Conclusions These findings highlight the importance of nestedness studies and the integration of phylogeny and functional traits for identifying conservation priority areas. The overarching effect of island area in shaping insular plant composition underscores the key role of large islands for conserving plant diversity.
Land use gradients drive spatial variation in Lassa fever host communities in the Eastern Province of Sierra Leone.
Authors: Simons David , Gibb Rory , Bangura Umaru , Sondufu Dianah , Lamin Joyce , Koninga James , Jimmy Momoh , Dawson Mike , Lahai Joseph , Ansumana Rashid , Fichet-Calvet Elisabeth , Watson-Jones Deborah , Kock Richard , Jones Kate
Published: February 2025

1. The natal multimammate mouse (Mastomys natalensis) is the primary reservoir host of Lassa mammarenavirus (LASV), a zoonotic pathogen causing Lassa fever that is endemic to West Africa. The occurrence and abundance of this species is regulated by the human environment and biotic interactions with other small-mammal species, but these ecological drivers remain poorly understood in the regions where Lassa fever outbreaks are observed. 2. We developed a Bayesian multi-species occupancy model incorporating incomplete detection to assess habitat use from data obtained as part of a multi-year small-mammal trapping study (43,226 trap nights across four village sites in Sierra Leone, 2020-2023). We investigated the effects of land use gradients and small-mammal community dynamics on the spatial distribution of M. natalensis. 3. Mastomys natalensis occupancy increased along a gradient from forest to agriculture to village habitats but was reduced in peri-urban settings compared to rural settings. Invasive rodent species influenced this pattern, with Mus musculus presence associated with reduced M. natalensis occupancy in peri-urban settings. We did not observe a similar effect when considering the co-occurrence of invasive Rattus rattus with M. natalensis in rural settings. 4. These findings suggest that land use and species interactions drive spatial heterogeneity in M. natalensis populations, potentially explaining reduced Lassa fever incidence in urban areas. The results highlight the importance of considering community dynamics when predicting the risk of outbreaks of endemic zoonoses and the need to widen the context of studies of LASV transmission beyond the primary reservoir host species. 5. To better assess public health risk and improve allocation of limited resources, we recommend more precise characterisation of small-mammal communities in LASV endemic regions, particularly in areas undergoing rapid land use change which may alter community level small-mammal biodiversity.
Greenhouse Gases and their Role in Air Pollution and Global Warming
Authors: Karimi Mohmmad Salim , Arif Shala , Borhanudin Noori
Published: February 2025

Today, one of the most significant global challenges is the increase in climate change due to the excessive emission of greenhouse gases. Carbon dioxide gas, resulting from the combustion of fossil fuels, and methane are recognized as the primary greenhouse gases and the foremost contributors to climate change. Population density, increased vehicular traffic, industrial factories, and neglect of environmental concerns are major factors influencing the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Recent global studies indicate that since the onset of the Industrial Revolution—a period marked by a significant rise in fossil fuel consumption—human activity has played a crucial role in the process of climate change and global warming through the production and emission of greenhouse gases. Understanding how these types of pollution evolve requires attention to the various factors affecting their emission. Accordingly, this study collects and examines data obtained from library-based research using a descriptive-analytical method. Consequences of the greenhouse effect include flooding, reduction in potable water and agricultural products, increased soil erosion, the extinction of some plant and animal species, and the migration of certain population groups. These consequences underscore the necessity and importance of focusing on the use of renewable energy sources.
Effect of Individuals Task Conflict on Employees Creativity in Private Medical Hospitals of Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan
Authors: Momand Khair Mohammad
Published: February 2025

As the concept of individuals’ task conflict was a buzzing topic in field of management sciences and has been considered as an integral part of the organization while recent studies have shown that its crucial for creativity of employees’. Therefore, the aim of this research study is to determine the effect of individual task conflict on employees’ creativity in private hospitals of Nangarhar, Afghanistan. The data has collected from a sample who selected from rest of population with a stratified random sampling technique with adopted questionnaires. For determining the effect of individuals’ task conflict on employees’ creativity the statistical analysis descriptive statistics, correlation matrix and regression analysis have been used and pointed out that; there is strong and positive association between individual task conflict and employees’ creativity. Besides, regression analysis has shown that employees’ creativity is dependent on having a task relevant conflict. On the other hand, can said that; individual task conflict has effect on employees’ creativity. The details based on data has shown that; there is 0.731 or 73.1% association between individual task conflict and employees’ creativity with having 0.01 significant value. Furthermore, the beta value of regression analysis declared that 1% consideration on individual task conflict could positively increase the employees’ creativity 0.738 times with 0.01 significant level. Conclusively, the task conflict is one of key indicators for better employees’ creativity, and The findings of current study were same with past studies conducted by various authors in different times and areas (Lu, Zhou & Leung, 2009; Khan et al., 2020; Pelled, Eisenhardt, & Xin, 1999; Mumford & Gustafson, 1988; De Dreu, 2006; Farh et al., 2010; Xie et al., 2014).
Multi-Sensor Data Simulation and Object Detection: Integrating Cameras, LiDAR, Radar, and Depth Estimation for Enhanced 3D Analysis
Authors: Deshpande, Spriha
Published: February 2025

The integration of data from cameras, Light Detection and Ranging (LiDARs), and radars provides a highly robust mechanism for detecting and tracking objects in autonomous systems. Each sensor offers unique advantages—cameras provide rich visual data, LiDARs ensure accurate depth information, and radars are effective under adverse weather conditions. This project combines these data sources through multi-sensor fusion techniques to achieve superior object detection and distance estimation. Using a YOLO-based object detection model alongside stereo vision for depth estimation, the system simulates multi-sensor data and offers real-time 3D visualization. The approach significantly enhances detection accuracy and spatial interpretation compared to single-sensor methods, paving the way for safer and more efficient autonomous vehicles and robotic systems.
PENGARUH KEIKUTSERTAAN ORGANISASI KEMAHASISWAAN TERHADAP INDEKS PRESTASI KUMULATIF MAHASISWA JURUSAN MATEMATIKA UNIVERSITAS BANGKA BELITUNG MENGGUNAKAN UJI WILCOXON
Authors: Pratiwi Desti Aulia , Sarina  , Luthfiyaturrohmah Khilma , Sulastri  , Pramita Agnes
Published: February 2025

Di Indonesia perguruan tinggi bersaing dengan tantangan yang berat yaitu mencetak generasi yang dapat siap terjun secara langsung serta mampu bersaing dipasar bebas. Mahasiswa sejati harus mempunyai pengalaman berorganisasi untuk mengembangkan keterampilan dan kepemimpinan yang dimilikinya. Selain itu, keberhasilan seorang siswa di sekolah dapat dilihat melalui hasil akademik yang ditunjukkan pada Indeks Prestasi Kumulatif (IPK). Namun, jika ingin terjun ke dunia kemahasiswaan organisasi, siswa harus mampu membagi serta mengatur waktu antara kelas dan organisasi agar tidak berdampak negatif terhadap keberhasilan studinya. Penelitian ini memiliki tujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh atau keikutsertaan organisasi kemahasiswaan terhadap nilai indeks prestasi kumulatif mahasiswa jurusan matematika di Universitas Bangka Belitung. Dalam penelitian ini menggunakan metode uji wilcoxon. Berdasarkan hasil pengujian hipotesis diperoleh bahwa nilai Zhitung (-14,62) lebih kecil dari Ztabel (0,4750) maka Ho di-tolak. Sedangkan pengujian menggunakan Software R-Studio diperoleh sebesar 0,00248 karena diketahui nilai P-value (Asymp. Sig (2-tailed)) kurang dari 0,05 maka dapat disimpulkan H0 ditolak dan H1 diterima, sehingga dapat dikatakan bahwa terdapat pengaruh keikutsertaan organisasi kemahsiswaan terhadap IPK secara signifikan-ikan.
PEMBINAAN MASYARAKAT SEBAGAI APLIKASI GERAKAN MASYARAKAT CERDAS MENGGUNAKAN OBAT (GEMA CERMAT) PADA SISWA MTS WIHDATUL ULUM DESA BORISALLO KABUPATEN GOWA.
Authors: Azizah Rizqi Nur
Published: February 2025

Gerakan Masyarakat Cerdas Menggunakan Obat "GeMa CerMat" is an effort of the governmentand society through a series of activities in realizing community care, awareness, understandingand skills in using drugs correctly and correctly. UMI as an education and da'wah institutionalways supports government programs in the health sector. The target of this service is thestudents of MTs Wihdatul Ulum Desa Borisallo, Parangloe Subdistrict, Gowa Regency, who areable to get to know things related to drugs and can use drugs safely and avoid the effects ofunwanted drugs. In addition, it is expected to be able to inform drug related matters to othercommunities. The method of disseminating service activities to the Wihdatul Ulum Islamicboarding school, counseling on rational use of medicine with lecture and discussion methods, thencontinued with training in rational drug use through Active Learning Method (CBIA) methods,evaluation of service activities, and publication of activities in the media print and online. Fromcounseling activities and rational drug use training conducted to MTs students. Wihdatul UlumDesa Borisallo Kec. Parangloe Gowa Regency, which was attended by 30 participants, obtained anaverage pretest value of 0.3 and an average posttest value of 4.8. The Efforts of the SmartCommunity Movement to Use Medication (GeMa CerMat) for Students of MTs Wihdatul Ulum inBorisallo Village, Gowa Regency effectively increase knowledge related to drugs in selfmedication.
PENGEMBANGAN PRODUK IKAN HIAS MELALUI PELATIHAN PEMBUATAN AKUARIUM
Authors: Abdullah Akmal , Kasmi Mauli , Karma Karma , Ilyas Ilyas
Published: February 2025

The ornamental fish business over time experiences an increasing trend. The large supply of ornamental fish that enter Makassar city shows that the public's interest in ornamental fish in Makassar city is quite high, thus making the ornamental fish business as a very promising opportunity to be pursued. The objective of the Regional Superior Product Development Program (PPPUD) is to develop the business activities of SME partners to be more economically independent and improve softskill and hardskiil skills about ornamental fish business and aquarium manufacturing. The method used is to conduct training and introduction activities on the business of ornamental fish on a commercial scale followed by demonstration of the procedures for the creation of aquariums to SMEs and fishing groups who become partners. The result obtained from this activity is that SMEs and Catcher Groups understand about ornamental fish business activities in this case the manufacture of aquariums as diversified ornamental fishing efforts that have been pursued by both SME partners. Partners are expected to fill the local market that has not been filled and compete in the aquarium and ornamental fish business. With this activity, there is an increase in commercial-scale aquarium manufacturing skills for the local market, so that both SMEs can sell ornamental fish production and can also sell aquariums and their contents so that the revenue from SMEs is increased.
PEMETAAN KONDISI SARANA DAN PRASARANA LINGKUNGAN BERBASIS WEBGIS KELURAHAN MANGADU, KECAMATAN MANGARABOMBANG, KABUPATEN TAKALAR
Authors: Buhanuddin Fathurrahman , Nurhidayat M. , Nurawal Muh. Alfacmy , Damayanti Rizka , Syamsuddin Muh. Ansyari
Published: February 2025

Implementation and improve the quality of services to the community which is the main function of the village as urban services. Quality improvement which is one of the main priorities in the use of the General Allocation Fund (DAU Kelurahan) known as village funds is the development and maintenance of village facilities and infrastructure. This is the goal of assisting the village government in collecting data and mapping the quality condition of the village surrounding. This data collection and mapping activity does not only collect regular mapping data, but the main target in this community service is to help the village government and the community in recognizing the urban environment digitally, or in other words, the target of data collection and mapping will be generated online so that all stakeholders at the local level village. The method of implementing this activity is proposed using participatory data collection and mapping with the village party, even if possible field observations will be carried out with the smallest level government. The results of the service activities in this data collection activity will be digitally mapped and the mapping results in the form of a website-based digital and the map digital map for village conditions containing information and photos.
SOSIALISASI PENATAAN RUANG UNTUK PENGURANGAN RISIKO BENCANA DI DESA TAMASAJU KECAMATAN GALESONG UTARA KABUPATEN TAKALAR
Authors: Firdaus Firdaus , Rumata Nini Apriani , Hakim Didiet Haryadi
Published: February 2025

Tamasaju Village, North Galesong District, Takalar Regency continues to experience an increase in population and economic development every year. Population growth triggers the expansion of new residential areas. One of the strategic areas for the area is the coastal area. This can be seen from the stretching of the construction of fishermen's settlements that continue to jut out into the sea. Based on its existence, the area has the potential to directly receive the impacts of climate change. Seeing the high potential threat of coastal abrasion and flooding as well as the rapid development and population growth in the coastal area of Tamasaju Village, efforts to overcome coastal abrasion and flood disasters are needed based on aspects of spatial planning based on the characteristics of the disasters that have occurred. To reduce the impact and post-disaster losses, mitigation is needed by raising awareness and increasing the community's ability to face disaster threats through socialization of spatial planning so that people can anticipate losses and damage caused in the event of a disaster in their area. So that the expected target from this service activity is to disseminate information to residents about the importance of spatial planning for disaster risk reduction, especially coastal abrasion and flood disasters in their area by cooperating with the village government to help the service team carry out outreach activities in Tamasaju Village
PENGARUH PROGRAM PERCEPATAN PENINGKATAN TATA GUNA AIR IRIGASI TERHADAP KEHIDUPAN EKONOMI PERKUMPULAN PETANI PEMAKAI AIR SE’PON TENGAH DESA SE’PON
Authors: Dayana Lucke Ayurindra Margie , Syamsuri Andi Makbul
Published: February 2025

Development is a systematic effort to create conditions that can provide various alternatives for achieving the aspirations of every citizen. Various kinds of government efforts to improve the welfare of the community, among others, by building physical facilities and infrastructure. One of the developments carried out by the Government in the construction of irrigation for agriculture. The Ministry of PUPR has an irrigation development program, namely the Program for the Acceleration of Improved Irrigation Water Use (P3-TGAI). P3-TGAI is an activity that aims to improve the performance of village irrigation for the welfare of farmers, improve the economy of the surrounding community, and contribute to food security. This activity also aims to foster farmer participation in the improvement and improvement of irrigation networks based on needs where the community is involved in the development of small irrigation under 150 hectares by involving P3A directly. In its implementation, P3-TGAI activities are accompanied by Community Assistance Personnel (TPM). The method of implementing this activity is proposed using participatory data collection and mapping with P3-TGAI, Village Government, and WUA. The results of service activities in this data collection activity will be used as recommendations to the P3-TGAI program implementers.
PkM TEKNOLOGI BUDIDAYA TANAMAN JAGUNG DI DESA TONASA KECAMATAN SANROBONE KABUPATEN TAKALAR
Authors: Alimuddin Suraedah , Netty Netty
Published: February 2025

Spacing and fertilizing are part of plant cultivation techniques that determine corn production. The purpose of this service is to improve the knowledge and skills of maize farmer groups in terms of spacing, fertilization, and post-harvest handling of maize. Our partner is the Lebbae 1 maize farmer group located in Tonasa Village, Sanrobone District, Takalar Regency, South Sulawesi. Implementation methods are counseling/lectures, plot demonstrations, mentoring and monitoring and evaluation. The targets to be achieved are (1) Partners understand the importance of setting plant spacing for maize, (2) understand the function of each type of fertilizer used (macro and micro) on the growth and production of maize, (3) understand and are skilled at balanced fertilization on crops corn, and (4) understanding and skilled in handling post-harvest maize. This service activity received a very good response by the Lebbae 1 farmer group, they were enthusiastic and enthusiastic in participating in all activities ranging from counseling to evaluation of activities. This service activity succeeded in increasing the knowledge and skills of partner groups in the application of cultivation technology, especially the regulation of plant spacing and application of fertilizers as well as post-harvest handling of maize.