bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Critical Voices and the Burden of Free Expression among Arab Intellectuals
Authors: Yoyo Yoyo
Published: September 2023

This paper analyzes the freedom of expression challenge (ta’bīr al-hurriyyah) through Arab intellectual experiences. Although freedom of expression has doctrinal support and historical factual expertise in Islam, it is still challenging to find its actual implementation within the Arab world, especially in Arab countries with authoritarian systems. Therefore, the paper begins by exploring several examples of intimidation experienced by Arab intellectuals as the consequences of their critical ideas and voices. Specifically, the paper examines freedom of expression among Arab scholars in Syrian as an authoritarian state. The failure of the Arab Spring made it more difficult for freedom of expression to find its free space. As a qualitative study, data was collected by gathering essential information from journals, books, and online websites. The data were then analyzed through critical reading based on formulated research questions. The paper concluded that freedom of expression has its historical doctrine in Arab-Islam. However, this moral doctrine did not lead to absolute freedom of expression. It is proved that most Arab intellectuals experienced bitter life due to their critical voices. In the Syrian context, Arab intellectuals are divided between those who support the regime and maintain opposition to the ruling government. However, the opposition keeps conducting the reform in silence since the voices and protests will lead them to exile or death. Due to this polarization, critical voices in Syria have not successfully become a powerful movement. 
Fakhr al-Dīn al-Rāzī’s Critique of Avicennian Psychology and the Transcendental Individuation of Human Souls
Authors: Attar M. Fakhuruddin
Published: September 2023

This article examines the psychological doctrines of the Ashʿarite theologian and polymath Fakhr al-Dīn al-Rāzī (d. 606/1210). The starting point of the discussion is his critical reception of Avicenna’s (d. ca. 428/1037) psychological theories. I focus on al-Rāzī’s early works on philosophy, in particular al-Mabāḥith al-mashriqiyya and his famous commentary on Avicenna’s al-Ishārāt wa-l-tanbīhāt. I show that Rāzī affirms a theory of the human soul that is heavily influenced by his predecessor. However, I also show that offers a distinct perspective on fundamental issues. I offer a detailed discussion of two Rāzian psychological doctrines: that human souls are heterogenous, rather than constituting a single species “rational animal” pace Avicenna; and that they are caused by celestial entities called Perfect Natures, a theory that is adopted from the practitioners of talismanic magic. The resulting cosmological theory can be referred to as the transcendental individuation of human souls
Design Information System of Field Experience Practice Using The Waterfall Model
Authors: Shauri Ahmad , Zakir Supratman
Published: September 2023

The outcomes of the evaluation will show how well students applied their knowledge in the implementation of the field experience practice. Evaluation is an assessment of the preparation and implementation of the learning process, personal and social abilities, and student reports. Based on this, the researcher wants to design an information system of Field Experience Practice (PPL), in order to help students, Supervisors (DPL), and tutor in obtaining information about Field Experience Practice (PPL) easily, quickly and accurately. Design of the Information system uses the R&D or Research and Development method with the development method SDLC or System Development Life Cycle and the Waterfall model. The design of this information system uses the SDLC model which consists of (1) communication, communication to the user to collect data and information about field experience practice according on the user's demands, (2) Planning is the process of creating a strategy for working on software that contains various tasks to be completed, risks that may occur, resources required, ultimate results to be produced, and process timetables, (3) Modeling is the process of turning requirements into a software design so that they may be validated before coding, (4) construction is the coding process of making an information system, (5) Deployment is the final stage in the construction of a software. The results of the research are presented in the form of an information system that is used by administrators, supervisors, tutors, and students.  The results of the validity test were 0.75 with the valid category of 3 experts, the practicality test results were 0.85 with the high category of 3 experts, and the results of the effectiveness test were 0.88 with the high category of 15 students.
Design of Mobile-Based Parent-Student Contribution Payment Information System
Authors: Hardi Ica Maika , Supriadi Supriadi
Published: September 2023

The background for this research is that schools are still manually processing payments for student parental contributions, which requires a lot of paper, resulting in many inaccuracies in collecting data on student parental contribution payments. this causes the process of paying parental contributions to be ineffective and inefficient, so it is necessary to have an information system for paying parental contributions at SMAN 12X11 Enam Lingkung. The research method used is the Research and Development (R&D) research method, which is a method for creating a product, The System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is a model for developing this system and implementing it using the waterfall model which consists of communication, planning, modeling, coding, and Deployment. Based on the results of the research that the authors conducted, the authors were able to create an information system for paying student donations based on PHP as a programming language and MySQL as a database at SMAN 12X11 Enam Lingkung.
MENINGKATKAN AKTIVITAS DAN PRESTASI BELAJAR MATEMATIKA SISWA MELALUI PEMBELAJARAN KOOPERATIF TIPE JIGSAW
Authors: Akbar Syariful , Medika Gema Hista , Farina Mutia
Published: September 2023

Learning activities are a series of physical and spiritual exercises that are carried out actively which result in better behavior when learning new things. Learning outcomes are qualities that are achieved by modifying behavior that are enduring, consistent, and result from education or experience gained through the subject matter and which can be measured based on the teacher's assessment. This study aims to find out whether the activities and learning outcomes of students in class XI MIPA at SMAN 5 Bukittinggi in 2022 show an increase using the jigsaw cooperative learning model in circle material. The research method used was Classroom Action Research (PTK) on 34 students of SMAN 5 Bukittinggi in class XI MIPA 2 in the odd semester of the 2022 school year as research subjects. Based on the findings of research data, student learning activities increased from quite active to active, and student learning outcomes were obtained using the average value (X), Absorption (DS) and Learning Mastery (KB) increased from cycle I to cycle II respectively of 28.58, 28.58%, and 120%.

 

 

Aktivitas belajar adalah rangkaian latihan jasmani dan rohani yang dilakukan secara aktif yang menghasilkan tingkah laku yang lebih baik ketika mempelajari hal-hal baru. Hasil belajar adalah kualitas yang dicapai dengan modifikasi perilaku yang bertahan lama, konsisten, dan dihasilkan dari pendidikan atau pengalaman yang diperoleh melalui mata pelajaran dan yang dapat diukur berdasarkan penilaian guru. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui apakah aktivitas dan hasil belajar matematika siswa kelas XI MIPA SMAN 5 Bukittinggi 2022 menunjukkan peningkatan dengan menggunakan model pembelajaran kooperatif tipe jigsaw pada materi lingkaran. Adapun Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK) terhadap 34 siswa SMAN 5 Bukittinggi di kelas XI MIPA 2 pada semester gasal tahun ajaran 2022 dijadikan sebagai subjek penelitian. Berdasarkan temuan data penelitian, aktivitas belajar siswa meningkat dari cukup aktif menjadi aktif, dan hasil belajar siswa didapatkan menggunakan nilai rata-rata (X), Daya Serap (DS) dan Ketuntasan Belajar (KB) meningkat dari siklus I ke siklus II berturut-turut sebesar 28,58, 28,58%, dan 120%.
Pengaruh Kepemimpinan Inovatif Terhadap Kinerja Perusahaan Di Pt JGC Indonesia
Authors: Tiara Helviana , Garnida Agus
Published: September 2023

Kinerja perusahaan menjadi indikator yang dapat menggambarkan keberhasilan yang dicapai oleh perusahaan dalam satu kurun waktu tertentu. Salah satu faktor yang berpengaruh terhadap kinerja perusahaan adalah gaya kepemimpinan. Pemimpin yang inovatif cenderung berusaha untuk memaksimalkan potensi anggotanya, mendorong dan memberikan fasilitas bagi para anggota agar dapat mengembangkan dirinya dan memenuhi harapan perusahaan melalui kinerja yang lebih baik. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh kepemimpinan inovatif untuk meningkatkan kinerja perusahaan. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah karyawan pada tingkat manajerial di PT JGC Indonesia. Pada penelitian ini, peneliti melibatkan 100 responden. Analisis yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah pendekatan Structural Equation Model (SEM) berbantukan aplikasi Smart PLS. Hasil pengujian hipotesis Kepemimpinan Inovatif Terhadap Kinerja Perusahaan diperoleh skor Beta Positif (0.842) dengan T statistik 19.456 (p>1,96) dan p values 0.000 (p<0.05) menghasilkan pengaruh yang positif signifikan antara variabel kepemimpinan inovatif terhadap kinerja perusahaan. Artinya, semakin baik dan semakin inovatif pemimpin maka kinerja perusahaannya juga akan semakin meningkat. Peran kepemimpinan yang inovatif kepada karyawannya sangat diperlukan demi meningkatkan kinerja para karyawannya yang akhirnya akan meningkatkan kinerja perusahaan.
Implementasi Aplikasi Sara Terhadap Produktivitas Karyawan Engineering Di Hotel Pullman Dan Ibis Bandung
Authors: Raharja Felicia Della , Hendriyani Chandra , Rochmah Tengku S
Published: September 2023

Pandemi covid-19 yang berdampak pada penetapan sistem kerja Work from Home (WFH) dari Work from Office (WFO). Agilitas perusahaan Hotel Pullman dan Ibis Bandung Grand Central dalam merespon kondisi pandemi dengan memanfaatkan teknologi dilakukan melalui aplikasi SARA Hotel Operation yang digunakan untuk mempermudah pekerjaan karyawan dalam menerima keluhan khususnya kepada bagian engineering dari tamu maupun dari department lainnya. Bagian engineering sebelumnnya menggunakan form Work Order untuk menerima keluhan dari external atau internal. Banyak form Work Order yang tidak terarsip dengan baik sehingga Head of Department Engineering maupun Chief Engineering kesulitan untuk memberikan laporan kepada Hotel Manager maupun kepada General Manager. Metodologi penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode kualitatif deskriptif dengan teknik pengumpulan data observasi, wawancara, dan studi literatur. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Aplikasi SARA meningkatkan produktivitas kerja khususnya indikator efektivitas. Aplikasi SARA juga bermanfaat bagi karyawan, teamdepartment engineering maupun pimpinan untuk monitoring dan membuat laporan pekerjaan secara real time.
Identification of Secretary Duties at Bank Nagari Main Branch Padang West Sumatra
Authors: Edinov Shelby
Published: September 2023

The secretary assists the leader in carrying out activities. At Bank Nagari, Main Branch Padang, West Sumatra, the chief secretary has routine duties, namely receiving incoming letters and dispositions to branch heads and distribution to related work units, carrying out mail and document storage, managing reception, receiving calls and answering calls, maintaining and managing harmony and cleanliness . Special tasks, namely having the task of managing and organizing the implementation of meetings, taking care of the leadership's official travel, providing information about the leadership. Special duties, namely having the task of providing and maintaining equipment, as a second source of information. The receptionist's job is to receive and answer telephones, receive guests and provide the best service. Social tasks have the task of holding family gatherings, sending congratulations, sending and replying to congratulations. Incidental tasks, namely having the task of representing the leadership in meetings. The business meeting task has the task of determining the time and place of the business meeting, providing equipment for the meeting, and preparing snacks. Creative tasks have the task of mastering the skills of using office equipment and preparing souvenirs for leaders and their organizational relations.
Advokasi Peraturan Bupati Tentang Badan Usaha Milik Desa Bersama Di Kabupaten Bandung (Advocacy For Regents Regulation Regarding Joint Village Owned Enterprises In Bandung Regency)
Authors: Setiawan Budi , Ahmad Fandi , Fitria Laksmi
Published: September 2023

ABSTRACTIn an effort to improve the welfare of the village community, the Office of Community and Village Empowerment (PMD) of Bandung Regency, tries to encourage the existence of Village-Owned Enterprises (BUM Desa), but in reality the existence of BUMDesa still has no legal basis, therefore advocacy activities are needed in it. try to collaborate with the government (Bandung Regency) and universities (STIA LAN Bandung) in drafting a legal basis that will later be expected to become a formal foundation in terms of establishment, consolidation or other operations. From the results of this advocacy activity the Office of Community and Village Empowerment (PMD) of Bandung Regency can identify, then know the urgency of the existence of a regent's regulation regarding BUMDesa Bersama, as well as knowing input from village officials regarding the establishment of a regent's regulations with the aim of serving the community's interests in the village which was then outlined in the draft draft of the Regent of Bandung concerning Joint Village Owned Enterprises.ABSTRAKDalam upaya mengsejahterakan masyarakat desa, Dinas Pemberdayaan Masyarakat dan Desa (PMD) Kabupaten Bandung, mencoba mendorong keberadaan Badan Usaha Milik Desa (BUM Desa), namun pada kenyataannya keberadaan BUMDesa masih belum memiliki dasar hukum yang sah, oleh karena itu diperlukan kegiatan advokasi yang didalamnya mencoba saling berkolaborasi antara pihak pemerintahan (Kabupaten Bandung) dan perguruan tinggi (STIA LAN Bandung) dalam merancang rancangan dasar hukum yang nantinya akan diharapkan dapat menjadi landasan formal dalam hal pendirian, peleburan ataupun operasi lainnya. Dari hasil kegiatan advokasi ini Dinas Pemberdayaan Masyarakat dan Desa (PMD) Kabupaten Bandung dapat mengidentifikasi, kemudian mengetahui sejauh mana urgensi dari adanya peraturan bupati tentang BUMDesa Bersama, serta mengetahui masukan dari para aparat desa mengenai adanya pembentukan peraturan bupati dengan tujuan untuk kepentingan masyarakat desa yang kemudian dituangkan pada draft rancangan peraturan Bupati Bandung tentang Badan Usaha Milik Desa Bersama.
Rintisan Social Enterpreneurship Dalam Menangani Permasalahan Sampah Rumah Tangga (Studi Kasus Bank Sampah Pelangi Galaxy) [Pioneering Social Entrepreneurship In Handling Household Waste Problems (Case Study Of The Pelangi Waste Bank)]
Authors: Sufianti Ely , Fauzi Ramdani Deni
Published: September 2023

ABSTRACTChanges in people's mind set regarding waste must be carried out consistently and continuously. Improve awareness education and skills with the innovation model to foster social entrepreneurship of citizens for waste management in pioneering the Waste Bank as an effort to apply the principles of reduce, reuse, recycle and replant (4R). Use the emancipatory-participatory method. The service that collaborates between Polytechnic STIA LAN Bandung with the community of environmental activists in RW 07, Sekejati sub-district, Buah Batu District, Bandung, has succeeded in raising awareness in waste management, which was a problem that became a blessing with economic value.ABSTRAKPerubahan mind set masyarakat mengenai sampah harus dilakukan secara konsisten dan berkelanjutan. Meningkatkan Edukasi kesadaraan dan keterampilan dengan model inovasi menumbuhkan social Entrepreneurship warga untuk pengelolaan sampah dalam merintis Bank Sampah sebagai upaya penerapan prinsip reduce, reuse, recycle dan replant (4R). Menggunakan metode partisipasi-emansipatoris. Pengabdian yang berkolaborasi antara Politeknik STIA LAN Bandung dengan masyarakat penggerak lingkungan di RW 07 kelurahan Sekejati Kecamatan Buah Batu Kota Bandung berhasil menumbuhkan kesadaran dalam pengelolaan sampah yang tadinya masalah jadi berkah bernilai ekonomis.
USULAN MITIGASI BENCANA KOTA BANDUNG DENGAN PENDEKATAN PENTA HELIX
Authors: Ahmad Fandi , Arundina R
Published: September 2023

Kota bandung merupakan sebuah kota besar yang terletak di Provinsi Jawa Barat namun, sayangnya hingga saat ini bandung masih dihantui oleh berbagai ancaman bencana salah satunya adalah bencana banjir yang terjadi hampir disetiap tahun, pemerintah seakan hampir kehabisan akal dalam mengatasi hal tersebut dan diperparah dengan adanya kodisi pandemi COVID -19 seperi ini, sehingga pemerintah menjadi tidak terlalu berfokus pada program pencegahan dan penanganan bencana banjir, penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi upaya pencegahan bencana di Kota bandung dengan pendekatan model sinergi penta helix dengan tujuan dapat mendorong kesadaran seluruh pihak dalam rangka menciptakan sinergi berkelanjutan untuk dapat menanggulangi hingga menimalisir potensi bencana. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif dengan memanfaatkan data primer melalui studi literasi dan wawancara dari beberapa warga kota bandung yang daerah rumahnya terdampak banjir. Dari hasil penelitian diketahui bahwa terdapat beberapa usulan strategi untuk menimalisir bencana banjir di Kota Bandung, diantaranya: pengelolaan sampah terpadu, edukasi masyarakat, memperkuat kesadaran dalam menjaga lingkungan, pembangunan infrastruktur, hingga penciptaan produk olahan sampah dengan pendekatan nilai-nilai budaya kedaerahan. Penelitian ini juga mencoba mengidentifikasi dari peran apa yang dapat dimplementasikan baik dari sisi pemerintah, masyarakat, akademisi, hingga industri, dalam setiap strategi dan program yang diusulkan.
PENDEKATAN SWOT DALAM PENGAMBILAN KEPUTUSAN PERENCANAAN SDM DI PT X
Authors: Fristasya Adiva , Az-Zahra Celia Rifa , Sumiati Mia , Fauziah Sarah , Ahmad Fandi
Published: September 2023

Pandemi Covid-19 memaksa banyak perusahaan untuk bertahan dengan berbagai macam upaya serta dapat mengambil keputusan yang cepat dan tepat dalam kondisi yang dinamis seperti saat ini, PT X yang bergerak di bidang supplier kain yang seringkali masih menemui kendala terutama dalam pengambilan keputusan, yang berimplikasi pada proses pengambilan keputusan yang lambat dan keputusan yang diambil tidak dapat menyelesaikan masalah yang ada. Di dalam penelitian ini peneliti mencoba menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif dengan melakukan observasi lapangan dengan harapan dapat menemukan fenomena yang ada di lapangan kemudian berdasarkan data yang telah diperoleh selanjutnya dianalisis dengan pendekatan SWOT dalam upaya untuk mengetahui keadaan riil perusahaan dan dengan harapan dapat dijadikan acuan dalam menerapkan kebijakan serta menentukan strategi perusahaan kedepan, dari hasil penelitian ini diketahui terdapat pengaruh dari tipe kepemimpinan dan konsep utilitarianisme terutama pada saat proses pengambilan keputusan,
INOVASI SINKRONSASI DATA ORGANISASI MAHASISWA (SINDAWA) POLITEKNIK STIA LAN BANDUNG
Authors: Nugraha Agil Septian , Albizar Ibnu , Widiani Wanda Viola
Published: September 2023

Organisasi merupakan sebuah wadah untuk mengakomodir ide dan kegiatanindividu yang tergabung didalamnya. Oleh sebab itu organisasi pasti memilikiberbagai macam kegiatan dan program kerja. Pada organisasi mahasiswa dilingkungan Politekbik STIA LAN Bandung seringkali mendapatipermasalahan pada saat penentuan jadwal kegiatan yang berbenturan. Olehsebab itu dibuatlah sebuah inovasi bernama Sinkronisasi Data Ormawa(SINDAWA) sebagai upaya penyelesaian permasalahan tersebut. SINDAWAdibuat dengan format yang mudah dipahami dan hingga saat ini hadirnyainovasi SINDAWA diterima dengan sangat baik oleh organisasi mahasiswa dilingkungan Politeknik STIA LAN Bandung. Dengan demikian hadirnyaSINDAWA ditengah permasalahan yang dihadapi oleh organisasi mahasiswamenjadi urgensi dan perlu adanya keberlanjutan.
INOVASI LAYANAN KESEHATAN MENTAL BERBASIS WEBSITE PADA POSYANDU REMAJA: MENTABOOST
Authors: Rosadi Aditya Pratama , Cindy Kartikasari Azzahra  , Muchammad Rif'at Agiast  , Heryawan Salsabilla Putri , Silvia As-syifa Cahyani
Published: September 2023

This study aims to investigate the impact of social media on adolescent mental health using a quantitative approach. A questionnaire was distributed to a sample of adolescents who actively use social media to collect data on social media usage andlevels of depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation among adolescents. The results of the study showed that excessive social media use is positively correlated with increased levels of depression and anxiety among adolescents. Furthermore, there is arelationship between cyberbullying and suicidal ideation. The Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) factor also significantly contributes to the negative effects on adolescent mental health. These findings highlight the importance of awareness regarding the risks of excessive social media use and its implications for adolescent mental health. Efforts are needed to promote healthy social media usage and combat cyberbullying. Healthy coping strategies and the development of interpersonal skills can help reduce levels ofdepression and anxiety and promote positive well-being among adolescents.
The spread of Chinese national opera abroad in the 1950s
Authors: Boiko Anna , Ming Li
Published: September 2023

The article examines the features of the spread Chinese national opera abroad in the 1950s. The touring activity of the Chinese youth artistic ensemble in 1951-1952, which made a significant contribution to the spread of this genre outside of China, is highlighted. Special attention is paid to the study of the popularization of Chinese theatrical art (including the Chinese national opera) in the Soviet Union.
Self-regulated frequent power pinch exercises: a non-orthotic technique for the treatment of old mallet deformity
Authors: Macionis Valdas
Published: September 2023

This report presents three cases of successful non-splint treatment of old moderate mallet deformity. The non-immobilization technique is based solely on individual periodic power tip-to-tip pinch exercises. An important advantage of the functional approach is that splint and surgery related problems can be avoided. The technique is safe and, if unsuccessful, does not preclude further treatment with splints or surgery. Central extensor slip elongation as a possible mechanism of the treatment is discussed. This report suggests that patients with moderate old mallet deformities could be offered the non-splint treatment before proceeding to more aggressive approaches.
Control of SP110 by NOD2.
Authors: Mamoor Shahan
Published: September 2023

We provide evidence here from overexpression-based gain-of-function studies in human cells (1, 2) which demonstrate control of SP110 by the NLR (nucleotide-binding oligomerization domain-like receptor) family protein NOD2.
Control of AEN by NOD2.
Authors: Mamoor Shahan
Published: September 2023

We provide evidence here from overexpression-based gain-of-function studies in human cells (1, 2) which demonstrate control of apoptotic enhancing nuclease, AEN, by the NLR (nucleotide-binding oligomerization domain-like receptor) family protein NOD2.
Smart Grid Architecture: A Comprehensive Overview
Authors: Egon Kaledio
Published: September 2023

Smart Grid Architecture is the design and organization of the components, relationships, and principles that enable the smart grid to function as a system of systems. The smart grid is the next generation of the electrical grid that uses communication and information technologies to enhance the efficiency, reliability, security, and sustainability of power generation, transmission, distribution, and consumption.
Legal Accuracy in the Loot Box Debate: A Correction to Bhattacharyya and Freeman
Authors: Xiao Leon Y.
Published: September 2023

Bhattacharyya and Freeman are right to bring the important issue of gambling-like loot boxes inside video games to the attention of The BMJ community again. (Zendle et al. first did so back in 2019 but not much has improved since then.) However, Bhattacharyya and Freeman have misrepresented how other countries have sought to regulate loot boxes. I am writing to correct the record.
Algorithmic Curation. Encyclopedia of Political Communication.
Authors: Umansky Natalia , Puschmann Cornelius
Published: September 2023

Algorithmic curation has emerged as a significant force shaping political communication in the digital era. This process involves actively selecting and organizing information to cater to individual preferences (algorithmic personalization) but also to moderate harmful content (content moderation), both of which potentially impact the flow of information and the formation of public opinion. Algorithmic personalization and content moderation are integral components of algorithmic curation. By leveraging vast amounts of data, algorithms aim to deliver personalized experiences to users, aligning content with their interests and past behaviors and to delete content that violates platform guidelines, such as hate speech, explicit material, or harassment. However, concerns have been raised about potential biases and unintended consequences of algorithmic decision-making. Algorithmic curation has profound implications for democratic processes, as it can hinder exposure to diverse perspectives, facilitate the emergence of filter bubbles, and potentially reinforce existing beliefs. Understanding the complexities of algorithmic curation in the realm of political communication is crucial for researchers, policymakers, and society at large. Balancing personalization and moderation with the promotion of diverse viewpoints is essential to foster an informed and engaged citizenry in the digital age.
Testing the informativeness of diverse measures of auditory processing for clinical audiological practice in middle-aged adults in Mexico
Authors: de Larrea-Mancera Esteban Lelo , Solís-Vivanco Rodolfo , Sánchez-Jiménez Yolanda , Padilla-Bustos Katia , Correa-Medina Erick I. , Clamage David S. , Bologna William J. , Gallun Frederick J. , Seitz Aaron R.
Published: September 2023

Purpose: Standard clinical audiologic assessment is limited in its ability to capture variance in self-reported hearing difficulty. Additionally, the costs associated with clinical testing in audiology create financial barriers for hearing healthcare in developing countries like Mexico. This study used an open-source Spanish-language tool called PART to test the hypothesis that a battery of assessments of auditory processing can complement standard clinical audiological assessment to better capture the variance of self-reported hearing difficulty. Method: Forty-three adults between 40 and 69 years of age were tested in Mexico City using a traditional clinical pure tone audiogram, cognitive screening, and a battery of PART-based auditory processing assessments including a speech-on-speech competition spatial release from masking task. Results were compared to self-reported hearing difficulty, assessed with a Spanish-language adaptation of the Hearing Handicap Inventory for the Elderly (HHIE-S). Results: Several measures from the PART battery exhibited stronger correlations with self-reported hearing difficulties than the pure tone audiogram. The spatial release from masking task best captured variance in HHIE-S scores and remained significant after controlling for the effects of age, audibility, and cognitive score. Conclusion: The spatial release from masking task can complement traditional clinical measures to better account for patient’s self-reported hearing difficulty. Open-source access to this test in PART supports its implementation for Spanish-speakers in clinical settings around the world at low cost.
Spurious heritability of ability tilts: A comment on Coyle et al. (2023)
Authors: Sorjonen Kimmo , Melin Bo , Nilsonne Gustav
Published: September 2023

Ability tilts refer to within-individual differences between two abilities, e.g. math ability – verbal ability. Coyle et al. (2023) found ability tilts to be genetically heritable and concluded that ability tilts are genuine and, presumably, genetically coded individual characteristics. Moreover, Coyle et al. found a large portion of variance in ability tilts to be attributable to non-shared environmental factors (i.e. environmentability), which they interpreted to indicate that ability tilts are potentially generated by niche-picking. However, through simulations we show that heritability and environmentability of X-Y tilts are spurious consequences of heritability and environmentability of the constituent variables X and Y. Furthermore, we reanalyzed data used by Coyle et al. and show that the logic of their arguments would lead to the conclusions, for example, that the human genome codes for a difference between head circumference and verbal ability and that some individuals have picked a niche that includes a long nose at the expense of spatial ability. We do not find these conclusions tenable and propose, instead, that heritability and environmentability of tilts are spurious consequences of heritability and environmentability of the constituent variables.
A Tutorial on Tailored Simulation-Based Sample-Size Planning for Experimental Designs with Generalized Linear Mixed Models
Authors: Pargent Florian , Koch Timo Kevin , Kleine Anne-Kathrin , Lermer Eva , Gaube Susanne
Published: September 2023

When planning experimental research, determining an appropriate sample size and using suitable statistical models are crucial for robust and informative results. The recent replication crisis underlines the need for more rigorous statistical methodology and adequately powered designs. Generalized linear mixed models (GLMMs) offer a flexible statistical framework to analyze experimental data with complex (e.g., dependent and hierarchical) data structures. However, available methods and software for a priori sample size planning for GLMMs are often limited to specific designs. Tailored data simulation approaches offer a more flexible alternative. Based on a practical case study, the current tutorial equips researchers with a step-by-step guide and corresponding code for conducting tailored a priori sample size planning with GLMMs. We not only focus on power analysis but also explain how to use the precision of parameter estimates to determine appropriate sample sizes. We conclude with an outlook on the increasing importance of simulation-based sample size planning.
Fast saccades to faces during the feedforward sweep
Authors: Campbell Alison , Tanaka Jim
Published: September 2023

Saccadic choice tasks use eye movements as a response method, typically in a task where observers are asked to saccade as quickly as possible to an image of a pre-specified target category. Using this approach, faces-selective saccades have been observed within 100 ms post-stimulus. When taking into account oculomotor processing, this suggests that faces can be detected in as little as 70-80 ms. It has therefore been suggested that face detection must occur during the initial feedforward sweep, since this latency leaves little time for feedback processing. In the current experiment, we tested this hypothesis using backward masking – a technique shown to primarily disrupt feedback processing while leaving feedforward activation relatively intact. Based on minimum saccadic reaction time (SRT), we found that face detection benefitted from ultra-fast, accurate saccades within 110-160 ms and that these eye movements are obtainable even under extreme masking conditions that limit perceptual awareness. However, masking did significantly increase the median SRT for faces. In the manual responses, we found remarkable detection accuracy for faces and houses, even when participants indicated having no visual experience of the test images. These results provide evidence for the view that the saccadic bias to faces is initiated by coarse information used to categorize faces in the feedforward sweep, but that, in most cases, additional processing is required to quickly reach the threshold for saccade initiation.
Ground motion characteristics of the 2015 central Nepal (Gorkha-Dolakha) Earthquake and 2023 SE Turkey Earthquake doublets
Authors: Thapa Dilli Ram
Published: September 2023

The Alpine-Himalayan orogenic belt, the well-identified seismically active region in the world, has been evidenced by the occurrence of recent two devastating earthquake doublets in 2015 in central Nepal (MW 7.8 and MW 7.3) and in 2023 in southeastern Turkey(MW 7.8 and MW 7.5). In this study, seismic ground motion characteristics of two damaging earthquakes namely the 2015 central Nepal earthquake doublet that occurred in the central Himalaya and the 2023 southeastern Turkey earthquake doublet that occurred in the eastern Mediterranean has been investigated. The observed strong-motion recordings indicate that the peak ground acceleration (PGA) values are about 152.61–154.96 cm/s2 of the 2015 central Nepal earthquake doublet at KATNP station and about 451.834–842.924 cm/s2 of the 2023 southeastern Turkey earthquake doublet at station 3137. The seismic ground motion of both the 2015 central Nepal and the 2023 SE Turkey earthquakes doublet shows that the 2015 central Nepal doublet produced much lower peak ground acceleration than the 2023 southeastern Turkey earthquake doublet.
Treatment of Periodontal Intrabony Defect by Open Flap Debridement With or Without Platelet-rich Fibrin
Authors: Adhikari Binod , Pradhan Shaili , Shrestha Sweta
Published: September 2023

Introduction: Periodontitis is a chronic bacterial infection leading to destruction of supporting structures of teeth which may ultimately result in a variety of periodontal intraosseous defects. Goal of periodontal therapy is to regenerate lost periodontal tissue for optimal function and aesthetics. Platelet-rich concentrates are widely being used as regenerative biomaterials as they stimulate and accelerate healing by continuous release of growth factors.
Objective: To evaluate the clinical efficacy of autologous platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) along with open flap debridement (OFD) or OFD alone in the treatment of periodontal intrabony defects.
Methods: This non-randomised clinical study was conducted from June 2015 - May 2016 at Bir Hospital. Patients diagnosed with Chronic Periodontitis were selected using convenience sampling and divided into two groups: Control (OFD only) and Test (OFD+PRF) with 16 in each group. All subjects underwent periodontal examination by a single examiner. The periodontal parameters were assessed and compared between control and test groups at baseline and six months. Data analysis was done using SPSS 22 software program.
Results: The mean PI scores, GI scores, PD reduction, and CAL gain scores improved in both control and test groups at six months compared to baseline. The comparison of mean difference for every parameter measured showed statistically significant difference (p <0.05) at baseline and after six months for both the groups. However, the results were superior in the test group.
Conclusions: The addition of autologous PRF to OFD stimulated a significant improvement in the clinical parameters as compared to OFD alone at six months.
Maxillary Sinus Septa: Prevalence and Variation with Gender and Location
Authors: Neupane Kamana , Dhami Bhageshwar , Pandey Nashib , Aryal Deepa , Koju Sushmit , Maharjan Nisha
Published: September 2023

Introduction: Maxillary sinus septa are partitions of cortical bone dividing the sinus into multiple compartments. Their presence and dimension are of relevance to periodontists, oral and maxillofacial surgeons as well as otolaryngologists.
Objective: To determine the prevalence of maxillary sinus septa and its variation with gender and location in sampled Nepali population.
Methods: An analytical cross-sectional study was conducted in Department of Periodontics, Kantipur Dental College Teaching Hospital and Research Centre after ethical clearance from Institutional Review Committee. Convenience sampling was done for 433 orthopantomograms (OPGs) with clearly visible maxillary sinus and absence of pathological or developmental changes. Each OPG was observed for presence of septa. Presence or absence of septa was noted along with position and site of septa. Gender of subjects was also noted. Statistical analysis was performed via SPSS 21.0.
Results: Among observed radiographs, 148 (34.18%) showed presence of maxillary sinus septa. Septa were more prevalent among males (84, 56.76%) than females 64 (43.24%); with statistically significant difference (P <0.05). Unilateral occurrence (97, 65.54%) of septa was greater than bilateral (51, 34.46%).
onclusion: This study may serve as baseline data for prevalence of maxillary sinus septa and may aid in treatment planning during dental implant placements and surgical procedures of maxillary sinus.
Journey of SARS-CoV-19 from Mucosa Towards Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme2 Pathway: A Review
Authors: Singh Preeti , Adhikari Biplob
Published: September 2023

The disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) or simply corona virus disease-2019 (COVID-19), has rapidly spread throughout the world. World Health Organization declared a global health emergency on January 30, 2020 announcing it as a Pandemic. The outbreak of the disease has posed serious health threat. A search was conducted for review which included various articles from 2019 to 2021 in PubMed/MEDLINE with keywords ACE2, 2019 NCOV, pandemic, physiopathology, SARS, Transmission. Both humoral and acquired immunity are targeted by the virus during progression of diseases. A cellular biology perceptive of pathogenesis is useful forframing clinical course of the diseases and its related complication. Knowledge of underlying pathophysiology regarding release of innate immune modulators such as CXCL10, beta and alpha interferons will facilitate the development of therapeutic modalities in future. Despite implementing all the preventive efforts SARS-CoV-2, exponential mode of infection rate is still existing with epidemic doubling time less than a week. In this review, an update on pathophysiology, cell biology of virus and immune modulation related to diseases are considered and has been described. Any of the mechanisms and assumptions discussed in the article and in our understanding of SARS-CoV-2 may be revised as further evidence emerges.
A Case Report of a Free Gingival Graft Done to Rectify Gingival Recession
Authors: Shah Rahul , Shah Chirag , Shah Kunjal Chirag , Shah Bhavika , Lakshmi Praveena
Published: September 2023

Gingival recession is associated with functional problems such as dentinal hypersensitivity and root caries. This case report describestreatment of gingival recession with free gingival graft technique. Free gingival grafting was done in relation to 31. Split-thickness flap was elevated in the region of 31. The area to be taken for grafting was selected between first and second premolar. The graft was placed on the recipient bed and suturing was done. Complete recession coverage was observed. Results of free gingival grafting show fairly acceptable results in terms of tissue gain suggesting free gingival graft as a viable option.
Geriatric Periodontology: Need of the Hour!
Authors: Humagain Manoj , Rijal Arjun Hari
Published: September 2023

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An Interdisciplinary Approach for Management of Missing Canines with Implant Supported Cantilevered Prosthesis
Authors: Karanjit Anugya , Pradhan Shaili , Shrestha Gorkhali Ranjita , Koirala Pramod Kumar , Adhikari Suchana
Published: September 2023

Missing tooth in the anterior region of the maxilla lies in aesthetic zone and create quite noticeable discrepancies. With a paradigmshift in the patient expectations towards functional as well as aesthetically appealing replacements for edentulism, the implant basedoral rehabilitation has emerged as a sole winner in fulfilling all aspects of patient needs. Interdisciplinary team treatment planning is aparamount approach for achieving optimal final aesthetics. This article aims to present a case report of replacement of bilaterally missing maxillary canine and lateral incisors with cantilever prosthesis using an interdisciplinary approach.
Validation of the Haar Cascade Classification Method in Face Detection
Authors: Bahit Muhammad , Nadia Putri Utami  , Heru Kartika Candra  , Yonal Supit  , As’ary Ramadhan
Published: September 2023

As technology develops, faces are used as a tool for human interaction with computers for security systems. Face detection technology can also provide convenience to users in various fields, especially security systems. However, there are problems regarding accuracy, complexity in the face recognition process so that many methods have been developed to increase the accuracy and complexity of the face detection process. This study aims to validate the haar cascade classification method in detecting faces from various shooting angles, with a distance of one meter from the camera and the respondent is free to make movements as well as various facial expressions and various lighting conditions that are different for each respondent. The results of this study found that the haar cascade classification method showed that the higher the epoch value, the lower the mean square error (MSE). This study also found that the haar cascade classification method has good accuracy for detecting faces from various angles, different lighting and different facial expressions with a maximum distance of one meter from the camera. This study provides recommendations for making face recognition applications using the haar cascade classification method because it can be used well for lighting effects, facial expressions and a maximum shooting distance of one meter.
Machine Learning Model for Language Classification: Bag-of-words and Multilayer Perceptron
Authors: Lubis Devi Hawana , Sawaluddin Sawaluddin , Candra Ade
Published: September 2023

The availability of data today has become a great asset for research that is used for various purposes such as for machine learning. One of the basic machine learning methods for natural language processing is bag-of-words. The problem in this study is the difficulty in classifying texts because texts still have unstructured characteristics, so this study will apply a model to classify the language of texts. Texts will be placed in four categories, English, Indonesian, German and French. Research was conducted using Bag-of-words and Multilayer Perceptron to solve this supervised machine learning problem. The use of Bag-of-words to perform text representation for simple patterns, easy processing and good performance. On the other hand, a multilayer perceptron has the ability to study complex data patterns in the form of images, text or videos. This study will collect data using text mining techniques, namely crawling Twitter social media as many as 4000 data records. This study produces a model with an accuracy of 98 percent with a loss of 0.14 percent which shows good model performance in classifying languages based on text data.
The Selection of the Best Water Attractions Using the SMART Method in Pematang Siantar
Authors: Parlina Iin - , Eka Irawan
Published: September 2023

Di Pematangsiantar objek wisata air tempat rekreasi bermain air yang menjadi perhatian dan daya tarik pengunjung, Tempat rekreasi ini terletak di beberapa daerah kecamatan kota Pematangsiantar. Keunggulan dari setiap tempat objek wisata air tersebut memiliki perbedaan, mulai dari fasilitas, keamanan, jarak, kebersihan dan biaya harga tiket. Berdasarkan perbedaan ini, maka ini dijadikan sebagai bahan dasar dibuat menjadi alternatif untuk mencari informasi tentang kawasan objek wisata air. Dengan tujuan agar penelitian ini dapat memberikan keputusan terbaik bagi pengunjung nantinya untuk dapat mengetahui informasi tentang tempat objek wisata air yang layak dikunjungi. Ada 11 tempat objek wisata air yang diambil untuk bahan yang dijadikan sebagai alternatif salah satunya adalah Water Park Bahsorma, Water Park siantar, Water Park Martoba, Water Park Marihat, dan Water Park Indah Karangsari. Dimana pengambilan pendukung keputusan terbaik dihitung menggunakan metode SMART (Simple Multi Attribute Rating Technique), Hasil perhitungan pengambilan keputusan yang terbaik adalah sebagai rekomendasi wahana tempat  objek wisata air yang akan dikunjungi dengan menerapkan metode SMART,  maka hasil yang diperoleh adalah alternatif Water Park Siantar Matoba dengan nilai 0,25 sebagai Alternatif terbaik pada urutan pertama, sedangkan objek wisata air Water Park Bahsorma dengan nilai 0,23 merupakan alternatif yang berada pada urutan kedua sebagai rekomendasi objek wisata air yang paling banyak dikunjungi oleh wisatawan local maupun luar daerah kota Pematangsiantar.
Webcam-Based Physical Distancing Prototype to Calculate Real-Time Distance by Applying Euclidean Distance
Authors: Rahmatillah Syauqas
Published: September 2023

The Covid-19 virus has spread rapidly in Indonesia in recent years, significantly increasing the number of victims in the community. However, there is a lack of warnings for violators of physical distancing. This study aims to create a system as a solution to overcome the problems of implementing physical distancing protocols. Image capture media in the form of cameras were used to monitor human objects in crowded situations by tracking the movement of objects at regular physical distances. In this study, computer vision, image processing, and pattern recognition were used to construct the distance measurement between humans. Using a webcam by applying the Euclidean Distance and Haar Cascade methods, this system is intended to determine the distance between human-made objects. The results demonstrated that a digital image system employing the Haar Cascade and Eucludien Distance methods could make it easier to control the gathering point in a given area. Researcher has developed a software usage assistance feature for use with this application. Based on the findings of the study, the accuracy of this system was evaluated using 100 trials, with a succes rate of 100% since the system resulted correct notification in all trials. In addition, this digital image system is anticipated to assist developers and the general public in controlling gathering locations that do not adhere to established health protocols, allowing violations of physical separation to recognize their errors when captured on camera immediately.
Haar Cascade Algorithm On Mask Detection System Based On Distance In Facing The Normal Era
Authors: Jemakmun Jemakmun makmun , Rudy Suhirja
Published: September 2023

The COVID-19 outbreak has hit almost the whole world, including Indonesia which has become a disease outbreak in early 2020. Therefore, currently, various places have enforced regulations to comply with health protocols by using masks. So all South Sumatra must follow health protocols by wearing masks and maintaining distance. So the program for making this Mask Detection System is one way to overcome public awareness, especially among Bina Darma University students about the importance of using masks today. In the case of making this mask detection system program, the researchers used Python and the Haar Cascade Algorithm. From experiments using the Haar Cascade method, this system can detect people who use masks and do not use masks. This test is also done by inputting images or videos. The results of the study that, based on distance and angle, the estimated minimum distance for this mask detection application is 25 cm and the maximum is 150 cm will produce maximum mask detection results and based on distance, the estimated distance is 50 cm to 300 cm, the design of the detection system can recognize the maximum face