bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
THE EFFECT OF THE EXTENT OF SURGERY AND LYMPH NODE DISSECTION
ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF METACHRONOUS PERITONEAL DISSEMINATION
IN GASTRIC CANCER
Authors: Reutovich M. , Krasko O. , Ivanov A.
Published: October 2023

Relevance: Metachronous peritoneal dissemination (MPD) is among the top factors in the structure of gastric cancer (GC) progression,
considerably worsening radical surgery outcomes. Since cancer cell dissemination in the peritoneal cavity is often triggered during surgery,
assessing its role in MPD development is important.
The study aimed to assessment of the effect of the extent of radical surgery and lymph node dissection on the MPD development in radically
operated gastric cancer patients.
Methods: The results of radical surgery performed on 1080 patients with gastric cancer (рТ1-4N0-3M0) without spreading to the esophagus
were assessed (647 males and 433 females) depending on the extent of surgical treatment (proximal/distal subtotal gastric resection (SGR),
n=639 / gastrectomy (GE), n=334; standard/combined surgery, n=973/107) and the extent of lymph node dissection (LD) – D1 (n=151) or D2
(n=929). Also assessed were survival rates (Kaplan-Meyer multiplier estimation method), cumulative incidence (CI) of competing events –
MPD, metastases of other localizations, and mortality cases unrelated to gastric cancer (competing risks analysis).
Results: The analysis showed a statistically significant increase in the cumulative incidence of GC progression after combined operations
(55.6±4.9%) as compared with the standard radical treatment (GE – 42.3±2.7%, SRG – 25.6±1.7%, respectively), including an increase in
MPD CI in each of applied surgical procedures (respectively after combined operations – 36.8±4.7%; after standard GE – 21.6±2.3% and
SRG – 11.1±1.2% (рGray<0.001)). In the event of the presence of lymphohematogenous metastases of other localizations, the relevant figures
were 9.4±2.9% after combined operations, after standard GE and SRG – 9.3±1.6%, 5.0±0.9% respectively (рGray=0.022). The presence of
lymph node metastases led to an increase in MPD CI after LD D1 from 8.3±2.8% (pN0) to 29.1±6.2% (рN1-3) (рGray<0.05), those after LD
D2 increased from 9.4±1.3% (pN0) to 27.3±2.1% (рN1-3) (рGray<0.05).
Conclusion: It is advisable to assess the extent of the planned surgical treatment and the condition of local lymph nodes when evaluating
the probability of MPD development. The applied lymph dissection procedure did not affect the cumulative incidence of GC progression,
including MPD development.
Upaya Peningkatan Hasil Belajar Siswa Kelas VII B SMP Negeri 6 Kota Mojokerto Materi Luas Daerah Segiempat dengan Metode Kooperatif STAD
Authors: Zakiyah Syahrin
Published: October 2023

Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui peningkatan prestasi belajar matematika materi luas daerah segiempat pada siswa kelas VII B SMP Negeri 6 Kota Mojokerto setelah diterapkannya metode STAD. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian tindakan kelas yang dilakukan dalam dua siklus, dengan masing-masing siklus 3 kali  pertemuan. Penggunaan metode STAD diharapkan dapat meningkatkan aktivitas siswa dalam proses belajar mengajar sehingga dalam proses belajar mengajar itu aktivitas belajar mengajar tidak terjadi kejenuhan. Permasalahan yang ingin dikaji dalam penelitian ini adalah: (a) Bagaimana penerapan dalam pembelajaran Luas daerah segiempat pada siswa kelas VII B SMP Negeri 6 Kota Mojokerto? (b) Bagaimana pembelajaran Model STAD dapat meningkatkan hasil belajar luas daerah segiempat siswa kelas VII B  SMP Negeri 6 Kota Mojokerto?. Penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian tindakan (action research) sebanyak dua putaran. Setiap putaran terdiri dari empat tahap yaitu: rancangan, kegiatan dan pengamatan, refleksi, dan revisi. Sasaran penelitian ini adalah siswa Kelas VII B. Data yang diperoleh berupa hasil  tes formatif, kuis dan lembar observasi kegiatan belajar mengajar. Dari hasil analisis didapatkan bahwa prestasi belajar siswa mengalami peningkatan dari siklus I sampai siklus II yaitu, siklus I (64,52%), siklus II (80,65%). Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah pembelajaran dengan metode STAD dapat berpengaruh positif terhadap prestasi dan motivasi belajar siswa SMP  Negeri 6 Kota Mojokerto, serta model pembelajaran ini dapat digunakan sebagai salah satu alternatif meningkatkan prestasi dalam pembelajaran matematika khususnya pada materi luas daerah segiempat .
Di Batas Dinding Asa dan Harga Diri
Authors: Thionardo Jansen , Kho Gerson Ralph Manuel
Published: October 2023

Bahasa Inggris menjadi bahasa internasional akibat dari geo-historis dan geo-politiknya. Dari hal itu membuat pandangan bahasa Inggris itu penting dan perlu, sekaligus mencampur-adukkan bahasa agar terlihat keren. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui bagaimana sistem pendidikan mengukuhkan imperialisme dan hegemoni budaya dalam bentuk bahasa Inggris. Dalam penelitian ini menggunakan landasan teori sebagai penunjang di antaranya: pedagogi kritis, hegemoni, dan imperialisme linguistik. Metode penelitian menggunakan paradigma konstruktivisme kritis dengan pendekatan studi kasus. Pengambilan data dilakukan dengan wawancara secara semi-struktur terhadap tiga narasumber. Analisis data menggunakan teknik pengodingan terdiri dari pengodean terbuka, aksial, dan selektif. Hasil dan kesimpulannya bahwa dalam institusi pendidikan terdapat kurikulum, dominasi politik, budaya, ekonomi, ideologi, relasi sosial, dan metode pengajaran yang mengukuhkan imperialisme bahasa Inggris. Didukung dengan hegemoni dari kepemimpinan intelektual dan moral, serta ketidaksetaraan struktural dan budaya. Pandangan narasumber terhadap bahasa Inggris juga dipengaruhi oleh keadaan dan kesadaran sosial.
Communication Strategy of Adult Pedagogy at the Kamal Agricultural Extension Center - Bangkalan Madura
Authors: Rachmad Teguh Hidayatul , Sasongko Yohanes Probo Dwi
Published: October 2023

Education lasts a lifetime. In this case, education is the main capital for the development and progress of every human being. With education conducted by adults, these adults can learn to know and understand what is the need and concern, especially at the Agricultural Extension Center (BPP). In this Institute, adults are fostered and educated within the scope of learning for farmer groups to get to know and learn in an integrated way the procedures for growing rice and caring for it until the harvest which will be carried out later as they get the results. The role of all managers and coaches at the BPP non-formal institution will be a good capital in efforts to develop and foster the world of agriculture in Indonesia, as well as a form of implementation of how adults get appreciation through the education they learn
Supply chain integration practices and its impact on financial and operational performance of the Tunisian industrial sector
Authors: Ghariani Rim , Boujelbene Younes
Published: October 2023

Supply chain integration is a key factor in improving business performance. Despite this growing interest, little research has highlighted this issue that will determine the survival of many companies. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between the supply chain integration practices (SCMP) and the financial and operational performance of Tunisian manufacturing companies. To achieve this, a questionnaire was used as a research tool for data collection. Multiple regression analysis using SPSS26 software was used to answer study questions and examine study hypotheses. According to research, SCMP includes customer relationship management (CRM), supplier relationship management (SRM), buyer-supplier collaboration (BSC), joint knowledge creation (JCK), level of information sharing (IS), goal congruence (GC) , risk management (RM), internet usage (IU), quality management (QM) , except information quality (IQ), collaborative planning, forecasting and replenishment practices (CPFR), and just-in-time (JIT), are all significantly related to the financial and operational performance of the companies surveyed. Some recommendations are proposed to help managers better manage knowledge throughout the supply chain.
A Short Review on Prickly Pear Fruit Opuntia spp
Authors: P. Bhadane Karishma. , T. Bedse Rutuja. , D. Ahire Rajesh. , Patil D. A.
Published: October 2023

In India, a significant portion of the population has settled in dry rain-fed areas that need perennial vegetation to protect them from erosion. The use of drought tolerant and economically viable plants appears to be an option to sustain livelihoods, reduce poverty and create employment opportunities. Prickly pear is drought tolerant due to its carbon dioxide fixation pathway (CAM), well suited to dry zones where it can be used as an alternative food and fodder as well as a hedge to protect agricultural fields. In the seventh century, the British introduced cacti to India to produce cochineal dye, but these plantations gradually disappeared due to pests and flooding of the areas. Recent attempts to introduce the cultivated cactus pear began in the late 1980s. In addition to the adaptation trials, some other aspects have been studied in the country: plant productivity, nutritional aspects, salinity tolerance, fruit quality, etc., which are briefly described in this article.
Microspheres: A Comprehensive Review
Authors: Lakshmi P. Usha , Tejaswini K. , Hemalatha B. , Padmalatha K.
Published: October 2023

Microspheres play a very important role as particulate drug delivery system because of their small size and other efficient properties. Microspheres have been proved to be a suitable bridge to scale the distance over to formulate an effective dosage form, to simulate controlled drug release. Microspheres are characteristically free flowing solid powders, which consist of proteins or synthetic polymer, which are biodegradable in nature. Microspheres having particle size in range between 0.1 - 200μm, can be delivered by several routes like oral, parentral, nasal, ophthalmic, transdermal, colonal etc. Various recent advancement in case of microspheres like mucoadhesive, hollow, floating, microballons, magnetic have been contributed to overcome the various problems that are associated with the use of microspheres, which includes site specific targeting and improved release kinetics. In future by combining various new strategies, microspheres will find a central place in novel drug delivery, particularly in diseased cell sorting, genetic materials, safe, targeting and effective drug delivery.
Alternative Dispute System in India: An overview
Authors: Aptaprava Lora
Published: October 2023

Alternative Dispute Resolution is a kind of technique which acts as a means to resolve the issues between two parties outside the ordinary law courts. The current Judicial System is extremely expensive and delaying. The parties to a dispute have to wait for Justice for years. This lengthy and expensive process of litigation has reduced the faith of common people in the Judicial System being followed by the Courts. Alternative remedies provide cheap and speedy Justice and that is the reason that ADR mechanism is being preferred by the disputing parties for the resolution of their disputes. The approach of judges, lawyers and parties all over the world is changing in favour of adoption of ADR instead of Court litigation. Arbitral institutions provide ADR services for quicker, less costly and consensual resolution of civil disputes outside the crowded court system. ADR promotes communication between the parties and enables them to solve their actual concerns behind the disputes. Many disputes like consumer complaints, family disputes, construction disputes, business disputes can be effectively resolved through ADR. It can be used in almost every kind of dispute which can be filed in a court as a civil dispute. When a civil suit is filed in a court of law, a formal process takes place, which is operated by advocates and managed by the court and the parties are then left to wait for the orders of the Court. The outcome of the case is uncertain. After the decision of the case there can be an appeal or other proceedings which may delay the implementation of the decision of the case.
Thực trạng cơ cấu đội ngũ giáo viên trung học cơ sở ở huyện Chợ Mới, tỉnh An Giang
Authors: Nguyễn Tấn Phước
Published: October 2023

Vấn đề đảm bảo số lượng, cơ cấu của đội ngũ giáo viên có ý nghĩa quan trọng, góp phần quyết định chất lượng giáo dục phổ thông. Để đáp ứng yêu cầu đủ về số lượng và đồng bộ về cơ cấu của đội ngũ giáo viên so với quy định hiện hành, các trường trung học cơ sở gặp không ít vướng mắc. Bài báo trình bày kết quả khảo sát thực trạng cơ cấu đội ngũ giáo viên trung học cơ sở ở huyện Chợ Mới, tỉnh An Giang. Kết quả khảo sát này sẽ là cơ sở đề xuất biện pháp phát triển đội ngũ giáo viên các trường trung học cơ sở ở địa phương.
ABI / DVC(Research) Hui 2023
Authors: Whyte Christine , Bloomfield Frank
Published: October 2023

This will be an opportunity to hear from Professor Frank Bloomfield, Ihorua (Rangahau) | Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research), on the sector level priorities emerging from Te Ara Paerangi Future Pathways, as well as an update on the strategic priorities in Taumata Teitei’s Research Innovation portfolio. There will also be time for a Q A and to hear from the wider researcher community.

Attending with Frank will be Simon Holdaway (Associate Deputy Vice Chancellor Research) and Alex Thomas (Director – Research, Strategy Delivery).
Development of an Intelligent Detection Method of DC Series Arc Fault in Photovoltaic System Using Multilayer Perceptron and Bi-Directional Long Short-Term Memory
Authors: Omran Alaa Hamza , Said Dalila Mat , Hussin Siti Maherah , Abdulhussein Sadiq H , Ahmad Nasarudin , Samet Haidar
Published: October 2023

A DC series arc fault is one of the significant sources of electrical wiring fires in residential buildings. The production
of extremely high temperatures may lead to the ignition of nearby combustible materials. The applications of arc fault diagnosis
based machine learning are a global interest due to the immense challenge to create an accurate and efficient detection method.
In this paper, a detection and classification method using a multilayer perceptron incorporated with Bi-Directional Long shortterm Memory (MLP-BiLSTM) is proposed. In order to achieve this goal, nine series arc fault models are used in conjunction with
data from real-world observations for simulation purposes using Power System Computer Aided Design (PSCAD) software. The
simulation and experimental results confirm that the accuracy of the proposed detection and classification method reaches 99%,
which results in that the methodology is believed to be accurate for DC series arc fault detection and classification in the PV
system with relatively high accuracy.
Disponibilidad de madera en plantaciones de pino radiata y eucaliptos
Authors:   Instituto Forestal (Chile), Büchner Carlos , Martin Marjorie , Sagardía Rodrigo , Rojas Yasna , Guzmán Felipe , Barrientos Marco , Guiñez Rodrigo , Barrales Luis
Published: October 2023

El propósito de este trabajo es actualizar las proyecciones sobre la oferta de madera en pie en las plantaciones de pino radiata y eucaliptos hasta el año 2051, debido a las necesidades de información sobre los stocks de madera futura y su sostenibilidad en el mediano y largo plazo. Información de gran relevancia para el país, donde la empresa privada, entidades públicas, inversionistas, mandantes de madera, entre otros, dispondrán de información actualizada para la toma de decisiones. A esto se suma la importancia que se proyecta de la madera como potencial elemento constructivo del futuro por sobre otros materiales, sumado a la política de construcción de viviendas industrializadas donde la madera se visualiza como un material muy importante en términos económico, sociales y ambientales.
Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) Performance of Corporate Value in Different Periods
Authors: Zhang Chengzhuo , Azman Nik Hadiyan Binti Nik
Published: October 2023

The prevalence of COVID-19 offers companies the opportunity to adopt a more realistic approach to corporate social responsibility. This study examines the performance of ESG and corporate value under the COVID-19 scenario using panel data from 2018 to 2021. After collecting data from the Wind database, regression analysis was used to analyses the total ESG score, specific indicator scores and companies with various ratings. This study showed that sustainability - whether environmental (E), social (S) or governance (G) - contributes to enterprise value. It contributed to an increase in enterprise value for companies with high ratings, but had little impact on the enterprise value of companies with low ratings. In addition, the study was divided into two groups based on the duration of the pandemic to determine whether sustainability and firm value behaved differently under the influence of COVID-19. Even in the presence of COVID-19, the study found that the impact of sustainability on firm value was still favorable and significant. This study provides a detailed breakdown of ESG scores and regression analysis of individual indicators. Secondly a more detailed classification of companies was also carried out, with the study looking at companies according to different ratings, including AAA, AA, A, BBB, BB, B, CCC, CC, C.
The Impact of Value-Added of Wholesale and Retail Trade and Hotels on Economic Activity: An Econometric Study in the Economy of Iraq between 2006-2021
Authors: Hammad Saad A.
Published: October 2023

This research paper aims to measure the impact of value-added tax on wholesale and retail trade and hotels on economic activity in Iraq from 2006-2021. The study applied the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model to clarify the effect and demonstrate the relationship between the variables. Results showed an integrative relationship between the value-added tax on wholesale and retail trade and hotels (independent variable, X), and economic growth (the dependent variable Y). The short-term parameters showed a statistically significant relationship at a significance level of less than (1%), as the value-added tax on wholesale and retail trade and hotels significantly positively affects economic growth in the short term. Furthermore, the long-term relationship results showed a statistically significant negative relationship between the variables at a probability level of less than (1%). The value-added tax on wholesale and retail trade and hotels has a major impact on national economic expansion, as an increase in the value-added tax by one dinar leads to an increase in GDP by 10.52684 dinars.  This result is consistent with economic theory and verifies the study's hypothesis. The quality and validity of the model were confirmed through standard tests, including a heteroscedasticity test, serial correlation test, diagnostic tests for functional form, and stability tests for estimated model parameters.
De culebras y otras naciones. Carlos Fermín Fitzcarrald en la literatura peruana
Authors: Pau Stefano
Published: October 2023

En el artículo se propone un acercamiento a la figura del cauchero Carlos Fermín Fitzcarrald a través del análisis de algunas obras de las que es protagonista o personaje, con particular atención a su relación con las poblaciones autóctonas de la selva y a la supuesta “peruanización” del espacio amazónico. En primer término, se abordarán tres obras que dibujan su parábola biográfica y lo celebran panegíricamente como un brillante hombre de negocios que contribuyó al supuesto desarrollo del país. En segundo término, se examinarán tres novelas, dedicando particular atención a “Las tres mitades de Ino Moxo” de César Calvo Soriano. Se tratará de enseñar cómo las diferentes obras analizadas responden, cada una por su parte, a diferentes exigencias estéticas y -sobre todo- políticas, proponiendo imágenes especulares, pero netamente distintas de Fitzcarrald y de los pueblos amazónicos.
Social values and social infrastructures: a multi-perspective approach to place
Authors: Legeby Ann , Pech Christina
Published: October 2023

The village of Duved in northern Sweden faces rapid transformation related to the tourism industry, including new housing and recreational facilities in the mountains. Existing places with inherent social values that play a key role in supporting local identity are threatened as they are not sufficiently recognised or protected by the planning process. This study focuses on how significant places with social values, and the system of such places that form a social infrastructure, may be identified and recognised through a multi-perspective approach including a creative mapping process. Information from different stakeholders about places with social values is documented and analysed. The approach includes three different perspectives on places affording social values: planning documents, the officials’ perspective and the citizens’ perspective. The mapping method makes intangible knowledge visible and reveals the multifunctionality of places, and the map constitutes the medium for such a process. It can contribute to developing democratic planning processes that support the empowerment of the population and help professionals to integrate knowledge about social value into plans, thus preserving fragile but essential qualities through future development.
Practice relevance
Centring on the ongoing rapid transformation of Duved village in northern Sweden, this study focuses on how significant places with social values may be identified, recognised and preserved. Places affording social value, important for sustaining local communities and wellbeing, are often insufficiently acknowledged in times of forceful urban development. These oversights can have devastating consequences for the existing social qualities. The creative mapping approach captures three perspectives to identify significant places affording social values. In this way, maps translate intangible knowledge into analytic methods of planning. The result may support the integration of fragile but essential qualities into plans and policies and is a way forward to acknowledge and preserve key places in future urban development.
Reflections on tests of AI-search tools in the academic search process
Authors: Wildgaard Lorna , Vils Anne , Sandal Johnsen Solveig
Published: October 2023

Academic search literacy and artificial intelligence (AI) search are a strategic focus of future researcher support strategies at the Royal Library and affiliated university libraries in Denmark. The ambition is to integrate AI search tools in teaching and services that support literature seeking and hence improve the efficiency of the academic search process.

This paper is a reflection on the results of tests of AI powered search tools conducted at the Royal Library, Denmark. Information specialists and researchers took part in think-aloud tests, Hackathon and expert quality assessment in the period of April 2021 – February 2022.

Our observations point to a) opportunities in AI search to let go of traditional approaches to search and broaden our perception of how an academic search can be conducted, b) potential of AI search interfaces to challenge ones preconception and reduce cognitive bias in the search process, c) concerns about the quality of scientific literature AI search identifies, and d) barriers that need to be overcome before practical implementation of Ai search tools become viable in academic searches.

More research is needed to show the usefulness of AI search tools in systematic search and guidance on how to report the use of them
ANTIVIRAL TREATMENT IN PATIENTS WITH INFLUENZA INFECTION: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
Authors: Andhira Prilialoka Dhea
Published: October 2023

Introduction: Influenza is a viral infection which is characterized by fever, cough, and runny nose. Influenza may cause a disease in varying degrees, mild to severe. Influenza is a self-limiting disease, however, patients with comorbidities may experience severe sequelae. Due to this, antiviral agents are very crucial for influenza patients.
Objective: This article aims to discuss treatment agents for influenza patients.
Methods: This manuscript was prepared based on Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) 2020. PRISMA is the basis of determining the criteria used in conducting this systematic review. The desired result is a patency comparison between the two techniques. The articles included should be published between 2013 until 2023. The keywords used in search strategy were "antiviral" and "influenza".
Results: The results were presented in Table 1. 267 articles from PubMedn and 212 articles from SagePub were obtained from initial search. The final screening process resulted in 10 publications.
Conclusion: Research showed that baloxavir was more effective than NAI, while NAI was more effective than placebo. Baloxavir had more severe side effects compared to NAI, though both drugs were safe for children.
ANALISIS KELAYAKAN USAHA PETERNAKAN PUYUH PETELUR (Coturnix coturnix japonica) DI DESA ASAM PEUTIK KECAMATAN LANGSA LAMA (STUDI KASUS : USAHA PETERNAKAN PUYUH PETELUR IBU JUMIANI)
Authors: Sinta Dewi  , Rozalina  , Kiagus M. Zain Basriwijaya
Published: October 2023

This study aims to analyze the feasibility of laying quail farming by Mrs. Jumiani in Asam Peutik Village, Langsa Lama District. The sampling technique used purposive sampling technique with a sample of 1 person. The data used in this study are primary data and secondary data. To find out the feasibility of laying quail farming by Mrs. Jumiani in Asam Peutik Village, Langsa District, a feasibility analysis was carried out, namely Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), Payback Period (PP) and R/C Ratio. The results of this study obtained a Net Present Value (NPV) of Rp53.848.834 with NPV criteria > 0 then the business is feasible. Internal Rate Return (IRR) 54,22% with the criteria IRR> DR (6%) then the business is feasible to run. R/C Ratio of Rp2,98 with the criteria of R/C Ratio > 1 then the business is feasible to run. From the three calculations, the feasibility analysis shows that the results of the laying quail farm of Mrs. Jumiani in Asam Peutik Village, Langsa Lama District are feasible to be cultivated and the Payback Period (PP) is 0,3 years or 3,5 months, which is smaller than the project age of 1,5 years or 18 months, which means that within 0,3 years or 3,5 months the business is able to return investment costs before the productive time of the business.
IMPLEMENTASI DAN AKTUALISASI PENDIDIKAN HUMANIS RELIGIUS DI SEKOLAH
Authors: Sri Haryanto  , Achmad Zainuri Rosid
Published: October 2023

The research method used by the researcher in this research is a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. This type of research uses a literature study.

Education in Indonesia is still experiencing a character crisis, many violations of norms, juvenile delinquency and far from religious values. Conceptualization of the image of a religious humanist school, namely a school that develops basic humanist values ​​(freedom, creativity, cooperation, honesty, self-actualization) while remaining within a religious framework. Not secular humanism, but humanism by religious values ​​(science, aqidah, worship, morality, ma'rifah). Factors that describe a religiously humanist school include the principal as a motivator, teachers as a motivator, a variety of activity programs, adequate learning facilities, a conducive school culture, a supportive social environment, and responsive parents.
THE MEANING AND USE OF OPEN SPACES IN HOUSING AREAS: RESIDENTS’ RESPONSES IN NORTHERN CYPRUS
Authors: Oktay Derya
Published: October 2023

In this study an attempt to explore the meaning of open spaces in housing areas of Northern Cyprus has been made and these spaces have been evaluated in terms of adequacy for use by the residents. A survey conducted on 420 residents from various areas, having people belonging to different age groups and income levels, helped in finding out the extent to which the exterior environment means to them and how they integrate it with their lives. The findings revealed a high level of desire for better integration between the residences and the open spaces around them. However, in many cases due to the poor quality of design, which lacks a sensitivity towards social and cultural values, a majority of residents showed disappointment concerning these spaces. The questionnaire designed for this specific survey comprised of questions regarding general satisfaction of the users with the open spaces, their location, size and design, their relationship with the house and the street, the quality of the greenery, provision for car parking, etc. While studying the significance of open spaces, this paper focuses on the most common housing patterns in Northern Cyprus, considering the changing qualities of residential development in the last decade.
TRANSFORMATION TRADITIONAL ARCHITECTURE IN SELF BUILT HOUSING – A CASE STUDY FROM ANKARA TURKEY
Authors: Aksulu Isik
Published: October 2023

INTRODUCTION Rapid urbanisation, which had become a problem for most parts of the developed world before the 1950's, still prevails in Turkey with a high rural to urban migration rate. With the rise in demand for work force by manufacturing and service sectors and the need for better quality of life, people migrate from rural to urban areas. Ankara, the capital city of Turkey, also underwent this rapid increase in population, which it was not yet ready to house. The central as well as local governments have not been able to tackle this problem. Thus, the immigrants-the newcomers to Ankara-have tried to solve their own shelter problem by using building methods derived from their own local traditional building characteristics. This low–income housing form, mentioned in the text as selfbuilt houses, is called “gecekondu” which literally means ‘to settle on by night’. This is a new form of house, built by using traditional layouts and elements in a new context. Immigrants moving from the same locality develop a collective consciousness. This consciousness embodies both collective production and a model for maintenance. During recent years a case study was initiated in the Şentepe district of Yenimahalle Municipality in Ankara by Gazi University and the municipality. Two settlements, namely Pamuklar and Barıştepe quarters were selected for study. The objectives were to identify causes and effects of the transformation that took place in these areas and to make ways for housing project with the participation of the local people. Surveys carried out in both of the quarters, demonstrated that the Figures of these self-built houses reflect the transformation of traditional architecture in Turkey. We term this transformation as the first generation in selfbuilt housing. By the time this study concluded, these quarters faced a new Plan lay out due to the emergence of city blocks and high rise buildings. This article, has two purposes. First, to study reasons and consequences of the transformation process, and secondly, to promote more humane and livable solutions in opposition to the tower blocks as the only apparent answer for self built housing problems whenever they may evolve.
THE GLORY OF SPACES
Authors: Kamran Isar
Published: October 2023

The “Glory of Spaces” is the study of space in its philosophical and sociological framework. This vision of study has become important in order to understand how the space, either social or private, behaves in its axis. How the impact is cast differently, and how it behaves after such impacts. Hence, in the discussion, the focus is on the space, directly or indirectly based on the perceptual space image and the physical space image. The study creates interest n when and where both images interact and cast effect on the viewers. The space in Mughal architecture has been discussed and analyzed. The perceptual space seems clear as it links with the percept of the user. There are as many perceptual spaces as the observers. However, the perceptual space of one observer differs from that of the other which produces variety. Basically, the perceptual space also acts as the private space of the observer. It is always personal or private when it lies in the mind of the person and when it comes out in any art form, it becomes social or public. Keywords: Moghal Architecture – Perceptual Space – Physical Space.
Diagnostic yield of pipelle biopsy in detection of endometrial carcinoma in patients with abnormal uterine bleeding
Authors: Qayyum Sumera , Gul Bushra , Fida Shabana
Published: October 2023

Introduction: Endometrial carcinoma is the type of cancer of the female genital tract that occurs most frequently. Pipelle is an excellent method for screening and diagnostic purposes and has a high degree of sensitivity and specificity for the detection of endometrial carcinoma. Objective: To determine the diagnostic yield of pipelle biopsy in detection of endometrial carcinoma in patients with abnormal uterine bleeding. Methodology: The current cross-sectional (Descriptive) study was carried out at the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology in Khyber Teaching Hospital, Peshawar. The study duration was one years from December 2021 to December 2022. From all of the women who fulfilled the inclusion criteria, biopsy were performed on an outpatient basis. Performa developed for this study was used to record all the data. SPSS version 17.0 was used to input the data and evaluate the results. Results: A total of 107 women presenting with abnormal uterine bleeding were included in the study. Average age of the patients was 54.52 years with standard deviation of ±8.16. The Diagnostic yield in patients with abnormal uterine bleeding was observed in 99(92.52%). Conclusion: Our research shows that pipelle is a good device for diagnosing carcinoma in patients with abnormal uterine bleeding.
Leadership styles in improving the performance of civil servants at the secretariat of the North Maluku Province
Authors: Ibrahim Abdul Halil Hi , Deni Saiful , Husain Thamrin , Kadir Samsuddin Abdul
Published: October 2023

In this research, the author employed a qualitative research approach to explore the role of leadership styles in improving civil servant performance at the Secretariat of the North Maluku Province. The study found that the Secretary of the North Maluku Province employed a democratic leadership style, which involved effective communication, collaborative decision-making, and motivation. This leadership style positively influenced civil servant performance and contributed to the achievement of organizational goals. The research also identified challenges in improving civil servant performance, including issues related to employee discipline, limited supporting facilities, and delays in salary processing. These challenges underscore the importance of addressing discipline-related issues and providing necessary resources to enhance performance. In conclusion, the research highlighted the significance of leadership styles in government organizations and their impact on civil servant performance. It emphasized the need for leaders to prioritize employee discipline and create a conducive work environment. Additionally, it called for continuous efforts from civil servants to improve their performance and contribute to organizational success.
Levantamiento planimétrico y digitalización del Centro de Investigaciones en Propiedad Intelectual (CIPI – ULA), Mérida
Authors: Carrasco Oriana , Zerpa Jesús , Osuna Sair
Published: October 2023

El proyecto consiste en realizar la planimetría, digitalización y levantamiento 3D del Centro de Investigaciones en Propiedad Intelectual (C.I.P.I.) ULA, Mérida, que además propone un diseño cromático en sus áreas internas como medio de estimulación psicológica y emocional; a su vez; es necesaria la remodelación de los baños, ya que los existentes no cumplen con las exigencias requeridas, así como, plantear un tratamiento paisajístico de las áreas verdes circundantes y de acceso a la edificación. Con el fin de mejorar estéticamente el lugar y brindar a los estudiantes, trabajadores y comunidad en general, una estancia agradable que genere un acercamiento no solo en el ámbito de la investigación y las ciencias, sino también con el diseño y la arquitectura.
DIFFERENCES IN THE PREVALENCE OF SYMPTOMS OF TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT DISORDERS IN FACULTY OF DENTISTRY UNIVERSITAS JENDERAL ACHMAD YANI STUDENTS
Authors: Patria Nawawi Azkya , Arifianti Isti , Rhamdani Puspasanjaya Ryan
Published: October 2023

Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) is a common problem with various clinical signs and symptoms of the structures of the masticatory system, including the masticatory muscles and the temporomandibular joint, often found in the age group of 20-40 years. People with TMD symptoms can show at least one symptom of the disorder. The prevalence of TMD was reported among dental students. This study aims to determine differences in the majority of symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder in students of the Faculty of Dentistry, Jenderal Achmad Yani University class of 2020 in 2021 and 2023. This research is an analytical study using a cross-sectional approach. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test with 54 research subjects from the Faculty of Medicine class 2020. This study found that in 2021, there were 88.8% of students, while in 2023, 87% of students suffered from symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder with a score p=0.739. No significant difference in the prevalence of temporomandibular joint disorder symptoms in 2021 and 2023.
FACIAL PROFILE ANALYSIS RESULTS ON PHOTOGRAPHY AND LATERAL CEPHALOGRAMS OF ORTHODONTIC PATIENTS IN FACULTY OF DENTISTRY UPDM
Authors: Rosanti Aldila , Priska Sianita Priscillia
Published: October 2023

The face and facial profile are the main parts of the body that can help a person form impressions and interact with other people in their environment. Both faces and facial profiles have some special characteristics that differentiate individuals. Analysis of a person's facial profile can be carried out by measuring the soft tissue profile at certain anatomical standard points as a reference and using photographic data (lateral facial photos of the patient) and radiographic (soft tissue profile in lateral cephalogram of the patient). This study was conducted to explain the differences in the facial profile analysis results performed on orthodontic patients' photographs and radiographs. A total of 44 orthodontic patients participated in this study, and by using the purposive sampling method, research materials were obtained in the form of photographs and lateral cephalograms of patients with skeletal class II malocclusion characteristics. The results of facial profile analysis on radiographs are smaller than those of facial profile analysis on photographs. In conclusion, it can be said that there is a statistically significant difference between the results of facial profile analysis on photographs and radiographs of orthodontic patients.
EOCENE RHAMPHOSIDAE (TELEOSTEI: SYNGNATHIFORMES) FROM THE BOLCA LAGERSTÄTTE, ITALY
Authors: CALZONI PIETRO , AMALFITANO JACOPO , GIUSBERTI LUCA , MARRAMÀ GIUSEPPE , CARNEVALE GIORGIO
Published: October 2023

The Rhamphosidae is an extinct family of syngnathiform fishes from the lower Eocene deposits of Europe, primarily known from specimens derived from the Ypresian Konservat-Lagerstätte of Bolca (Verona province, Italy). A descriptive analysis of 28 specimens of Rhamphosus from Bolca revealed the existence of six species, showing a greater taxonomic diversity compared to the previous scenario of only two species (the type species Rhamphosus rastrum and Rhamphosus biserratus). Four new species are established herein: Rhamphosus bloti n. sp., characterized by a peculiar and unique rostrum with a discoid shape; Rhamphosus brevirostris n. sp., which exhibits a moderately large size associated with a relatively short rostrum; Rhamphosus longispinatus n. sp., characterized by having the longest dorsal-fin spine and rostrum of all the Rhamphosus species; Rhamphosus tubulirostris n. sp., which shows a peculiar slim rostrum, long-based dorsal and anal fins, and a unique squamation characterized by the presence of numerous bucklers. The species from Bolca are also compared to the only other known Rhamphosus species, Rhamphosus rosenkrantzi, from the Fur Formation, Denmark. A number of morphological features support the assignment of the Rhamphosidae to the syngnathiform clade Dactylopteroidei, together with the extant families Dactylopteridae and Pegasidae, representing the sister group to the Pegasidae.
Osseointegration and Histological Picture of Titanium Silicon Gallium Alloy vs. Titanium Silicon Alloy and Pure Titanium
Authors: Al-Shaikhly Mostafa Samir , Abdul-Baqi Hikmat Jameel
Published: October 2023

Background: Using titanium alloy with gallium and silicon could speed up the process of osseointegration, which would mean that titanium-silicon-gallium alloy could be used in more therapeutic situations. Objective: To evaluate the osseointegration and histological features of a newly fabricated Ti-Si-Ga alloy implant. Methods: Samples were fabricated utilizing the powder metallurgy technique. The titanium matrix was augmented with alloying components. The composite materials were produced by the compaction process at a pressure of 900 MPa, followed by sintering at a temperature of 800°C. For the in vivo test, ninety cylindrical specimens (3x6 mm in diameter and height, respectively) were prepared by using a wire-cut machine to cut the mentioned measurements from a sintered cylinder (15 mm in diameter and 6 mm in height) (6 cylinders for each group). Results: The Ti-Si-Ga group showed the highest bone formation area and higher push-out values than the commercially pure Ti and Ti-Si groups in this study. Conclusion: The use of gallium as an alloying element improved osseointegration.
The Relationship of Community Social Control to The Boarding School Institution
Authors: Maisyanah Maisyanah , Kurniawan Redite
Published: October 2023

This study aims to analyze the social relationship between the community and pesantren educational institutions and examine the social control that occurs in them. The research method used is a literature study by collecting data through identification of data sources, data collection, data selection, and data analysis. Thematic analysis is used in this research which focuses on an in-depth understanding of certain themes or patterns in the data collected. The results of data analysis show that the social relationship between the community and pesantren is in the form of a reciprocal relationship, where both parties influence and interact with each other. Pesantren as educational institutions play an important role in providing quality formal and non-formal education for community children, as well as providing moral and religious education for the community. Nevertheless, this study also found several cases that need to be addressed in an effort to improve the quality of relationships and social control between the community and pesantren for better educational sustainability in the future. The results of data analysis show that there are cases of controversy that lead to the need for social relations between the community and pesantren as a form of reciprocal relationship.
Effect of growth regulators on the adventitious rooting of root cuttings of Chironji (Buchanania lanzan Spreng.)
Authors: Singh Jagdish , Patra A.
Published: October 2023

Chironji (Buchanania lanzan Spreng.) is considered very hard to root species. The effect of different concentrations of IBA and IAA and their combination on the adventitious rooting of the root cuttings of Chironji were investigated using one year old root cuttings in non-mist propagation chamber. Maximum rooting per cent (90%) was observed with IBA at 2000 ppm. However, there was no significant difference among the IBA and IAA treatments for the rooting per cent. Highest number of adventitious roots (7.34) was recorded with 1000 ppm IBA+1000 ppm IAA. However maximum length of longest root (8.63 cm) was recorded with 2000 ppm IBA+2000 ppm IAA. The study reveals that there is substantial potential for vegetative propagation of the species through root cuttings. The technique can be used in the multiplication and tree improvement programme of the species.
Litter production and nutrient return in agroforestry system
Authors: Shanmughavel P. , Francis K.
Published: October 2023

A field study was conducted to investigate the litter production and nutrient return behaviour of Bamboo in an agroforestry system. The combined crop of bamboo plantation intercropped with Pigeon pea produced higher quantity of litter than pure bamboo stand alone. The litter fall for all ages of plant indicated bimodel pattern with a principal peak in the winter and another in the late summer. Of the total annual litter production, leaf-litter accounted for 58% and twig-litter 42%. The annual litter production was 13.5 t ha-1 in pure bamboo stand and 15.7 t ha-1 in the above agroforestry system. With regards to nutrients highest concentration of N, P, Ca and Mg was in leaf-litter. In twig litter maximum concentration of K was observed. On an annual basis, 89, 6, 78, 42 and 49 kg ha-1 (Pure bamboo stand) and 113, 9, 106, 52 and 60 kg ha-1 (Agroforestry system) of N, P, K, Ca and Mg respectively were returned through litter fall. Maximum amount of all the nutrients were returned through leaf-litter and lowest through twig litter.
Kwas benzoesowy Metoda oznaczania w powietrzu na stanowiskach pracy
Authors:   Paweł Wasilewski, Szewczyńska Małgorzata
Published: October 2023

Benzoic acid is an organic compound that belongs to the group of aromatic carboxylic acids. It is mainly used in the production of phenol, caprolactam and benzoic salts, as a food and pharmaceutical preservative, and in the production of herbicides, insecticides and bactericides. According to the Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council (WE 1272/2008), benzoic acid is classified as a substance that is harmful to the lungs, irritates the skin and causes eye damage. The aim of the study was to develop a method for the determination of benzoic acid for the assessment of occupational exposure within 1/10–2 of the proposed MAC value. The method involves taking the inhalable fraction of airborne benzoic acid onto a glass fiber filter coated with sodium carbonate(IV), desorption with a solution of methanol in water and then determining the benzoic acid content of the sample by the use of liquid chromatography with diode array detector (UHPLC-DAD). Validation requirements presented in European standard PN-EN 482 were fulfilled during the tests. The method enables determination of benzoic acid in air at concentrations of 0.05 to 1 mg/m3 . The method for determining benzoic acid has been recorded in the form of an analytical procedure (see Appendix). This article discusses the problems of occupational safety and health, which are covered by health sciences and environmental engineering.