bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Atividade física para gestantes: estudo com praticantes e não praticantes
Authors: Vieira Costa Alisson , Silva Dias Marcela Fabiani
Published: May 2024

A prática de atividade física por gestantes é de fundamental, uma vez que pode melhorar o condicionamento físico e diminuir alguns dos sintomas desagradáveis que a mulher, nesta fase, sente. Este estudo torna-se importante aos professores de educaçao física, já que oferece um conhecimento específico acerca do tema, no sentido de ampliar o campo de atuação profissional. Nos procedimentos metodológicos comparou-e a qualidade de vida de gestantes praticantes e não praticantes de atividade física. A amostra foi composta por 10 gestantes, sendo 5 praticantes de atividades físicas e 5 não praticantes. Os instrumentos utilizados para a coleta de dados constituíram-se de dois questionários-diagnósticos, sendo que um foi direcionado para praticantes de atividade física e o outro para as não praticantes. No grupo das não praticantes, a maioria das entrevistadas relatou que não praticavam atividade física por “falta de tempo”.  Os maiores desconfortos que as gestantes sentem são o sono e a ansiedade. No grupo das praticantes, a maioria fazia hidroginástica. As melhoras mais significativas neste grupo foi a dor nas costas e a indisposição.  Com base no exposto e de acordo com a literatura utilizada nesta investigação é possível afirmar que a prática de atividade física para gestantes é uma ferramenta indispensável para a melhoria da qualidade de vida das mesmas, em oposição às não praticantes.
Analisis Kelelahan Kerja pada Karyawan Bagian Produksi di PT Sinar Sosro Medan
Authors: Maswah Suwaibatul , Kodrat Kimberly F. , AK Wirda Novarika
Published: May 2024

Kelelahan kerja merupakan permasalahan yang sering terjadi di dunia kerja, permasalahan ini seringkali diabaikan demi kelangsungan produksi perusahaan. Kelelahan kerja yang tidak terkendali dapat menimbulkan dampak negatif baik secara fisik maupun psikologis bagi karyawan. Pada penelitian ini karyawan mendapat beban kerja dan lembur hingga 4jam/hari yang menyebabkan terjadinya kelelahan kerja. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kategori tingkat kelelahan kerja dan faktor kelelahan kerja yang dialami karyawan khususnya bagian produksi PT Sinar Sosro Medan. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah tes penilaian diri subjektif yang mengukur tingkat kelelahan kerja subjektif pada karyawan, dengan menggunakan kuesioner Industrial Fatigue Research Committee (IFRC). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kategori kelelahan pada karyawan produksi mempunyai tingkat tinggi yang kemudian diikuti oleh tingkat sedang. Saran kepada karyawan bagian produksi agar melakukan suatu pekerjaan atau beban kerja berdasarkan kemampuan fisik dan kapasitas kerja dengan istirahat sejenak. Pimpinan PT Sinar Sosro mengharapkan peningkatan peralatan mekanik dalam aktivitas pemuatan dan pemindahan material bahkan pergantian hari kerja yang benar.
Analisis Kepuasan Pelanggan dengan Metode Importance Performance Analysis (IPA) di UMKM Jajani Aja
Authors: Adilah Kurnia , Sibuea Siti Rahmah , Arfah Mahrani
Published: May 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kepuasan pelanggan terhadap kualitas pelayanan dan kinerja karyawan UMKM Jajani aja menggunakan metode Importance Performance Analysis (IPA). Metode pengambilan data dilakukan dengan kuesioner yang dibagikan kepada pelanggan melalui social media (WhatsApp). Sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini sebanyak 86 pelanggan.  Berdasarkan hasil perhitungan nilai menggunakan metode Importance Performance Analysis (IPA) di dapat yang pertama berada dalam Kuadran A terdapat 1 atribut. Kedua berada dalam kuadran B terdapat 4 atribut. Ketiga berada dalam Kuadran C, terdapat 8 atribut. Hasil rata-rata tingkat kepuasan pelanggan di UMKM Jajani Aja di Kec. Percut Sei Tuan sebesar 86,26% sehingga dapat di simpulkan bahawa tingkat kepuasan pelanggan di UMKM Jajani Aja di Kec. Percut Sei Tuan berada pada kategori Puas yang berarti bahwa setiap artibut tersebut melebihi harapan mengenai kepuasan.
Expansion of the Etihad Stadium, Manchester. Part 2: Construction
Authors: Hulme Paul , Calland John , Hunt Tony , Baynton Andy
Published: May 2024

The Etihad Stadium was initially constructed for the Manchester Commonwealth Games of 2002, with the original stadium comprising reinforced-concrete terrace structures that supported a lightweight cable-stayed roof. The stadium underwent a planned conversion following the games to become the 48 000-seat home of Manchester City Football Club. It opened in August 2003 in time for the first home game of the season, before officially becoming the Etihad Stadium in 2008. In 2012, following unprecedented growth and development, the club took the decision to expand the stadium to a capacity of 55 000. In contrast to the previous conversion, the design and construction teams had to extend one end of the stadium without compromising the structural integrity of the roof to the remaining three stands. Part 1 of this paper described the engineering design led by BuroHappold Engineering. Part 2 covers the challenges faced by the fabrication and construction teams (Laing O'Rourke and Severfield). These relate to the programme sequence and construction methodology, and resulted from the key objectives of: completion of the works for the start of the 2015/16 season maintaining a roof over spectators no seat loss on match days during the football season minimal disruption to the stadium operations The paper will describe the inventive techniques developed to resolve these challenges, including the temporary works for erection of the roof.
Structural Awards 2016: taking structural engineering to new heights
Authors:   The Institution of Structural Engineers
Published: May 2024

The winners of The Structural Awards 2016 were announced on 11 November during a ceremony held at The Brewery in London. Over 380 people attended the event, which was hosted by BBC presenter Clive Myrie.
KESEDARAN POLITIK MAHASISWA: DALAM PILIHAN RAYA KAMPUS DI UNIVERSITI PUTRA MALAYSIA
Authors:   Universiti Putra Malaysia., FADZIL MOHD. FAUZI
Published: May 2024

ABSTRAK Pilihan raya Kampus menjadi perhatian para penganalisis politik dan peminat gerakan mahasiswa kerana ia menunjukkan tahap kesedaran rakyat Malaysia terhadap sistem demokrasi yang diamalkan di negara ini, sama ada rakyat Malaysia sudah semakin matang dalam pemahaman demokrasi atau sebaliknya. Namun jumlah penglibatan mahasiswa yang tinggi dalam Pilihan raya Kampus gagal diterjemahkan ke dalam Pilihan raya Umum apabila statistik menunjukkan jumlah daftar mengundi di Malaysia semakin menurun dari Pilihan raya Umum 2008 sehingga Pilihan raya Umum 2013. Justeru, penulisan ini cuba mengkaji sama ada pendidikan demokrasi yang dilakukan di Institut Pengajian Tinggi Awam (melalui data yang diperolehi melalui Universiti Putra Malaysia) benar-benar mampu mendidik mahasiswa dalam memahami sistem demokrasi. Kajian ini menggunakan methodologi temubual mendalam yang melibatkan 20 orang mahasiswa Universiti Putra Malaysia dari bangsa Melayu, Cina dan India, kutipan data kajian ini dilakukan semasa hari mengundi Pilihan raya Kampus Universiti Putra Malaysia sesi 2013/ 2014. Hasil kajian ini menunjukkan bahawa pihak pentadbiran universiti yang dipertanggungjawabkan untuk mendidik mahasiswa berkenaan demokrasi telah gagal dalam menjalankan tugas mereka, mahasiswa masih tidak dapat memahami kepentingan dan tanggungjawab mereka dalam sistem demokrasi. Kata Kunci: Pilihan Raya Kampus, Mahasiswa, Pendidikan Demokrasi, Proses Sosialisasi, Institusi Pengajian Tinggi
DETERMINANTS OF DEBT MANAGEMENT AMONG YOUNG EMPLOYEES IN THE CENTRAL REGION OF PENINSULAR MALAYSIA
Authors:   Universiti Putra Malaysia, YUNUS YUSSYAFIQAH
Published: May 2024

ABSTRACT One of the six components in personal financial planning is credit and debt management. Unlimited needs and wants and the increasing cost of living compel individuals to obtain credit and become involved in debt commitment to sustain their standard of living. However, inefficient debt management by individuals has brought about several negative consequences such as financial stress, over-indebtedness and, in extreme cases, bankruptcy. Thus, the aim of this study is to examine the level and determinants of debt management among young employees in Peninsular Malaysia aged 40 and below. Findings from multiple linear regressions show that gender, marital status, asset to debt ratio, saving ratio, debt to income ratio, self-esteem, and financial skills are significant determinants of debt management. However, ethnicity and house ownership are not found to be significant determinants. In addition, coefficient of determination (r2) shows that 26.1% variation in debt management is explained by determinants in the model. It is hoped that a greater understanding of the current level of debt management and the factors hindering debt management can help young employees to become financially prudent and in the long run decrease the number of young employees being declared bankrupt. Keywords: Debt Management, Financial Management Skills, Self Esteem
“God of One Blood”: Deeds of Manumission in The Counties of Accomack, Northampton, Norfolk, and Elizabeth City, Virginia (1785-1824)
Authors: Ann Whittico Gloria
Published: May 2024

When considering the analytical framework of chattel slavery in the history of this nation, its history has been written in laws, constitutional amendments, cases, and a variety of legal mechanisms and precedents that simply do not tell the entire narrative of that “peculiar institution.”2 In our examination of American chattel slavery, it is as if we were crafting a quilt commencing with those legal pronouncements as composing the outside frame of that particular construct. But it is only when we consider the individual narratives of those persons for whom slavery was a lived experience that we can see that the institution was composed of a multitude of smaller pieces and patches, that when arranged in a patchwork manner, reveal remarkable narratives of the lives of many brave men, women, and children who lived their lives on both sides of the line, and regardless of which side of the side of the divide, whether enslaved or enslaver.
Conceptual and Total Vocabulary in Spanish-English Bilinguals from 23 to 35 Months: Assessing Vocabulary Among Young, Migrant Emergent Bilingual Children
Authors: Ramírez Rica
Published: May 2024

Migrant and seasonal agriculture workers, mostly of Latino origin, largely supply the labor that goes into crop production, cultivation, and harvest in the agricultural industry in the United States. A major challenge of this population is having stable childcare and access to quality education services for their children. Unfortunately, most assessments overlook the various aspects of emergent bilingual children’s development, leading to underestimation of their conceptual understandings and linguistic skills. This calls for a more comprehensive and inclusive approach to assessment. Three scoring methods have been identified as the most appropriate ways to score linguistic capabilities in bilingual children: single-language scoring, total scoring, and conceptual scoring (Bedore et al., 2005; Core et al., 2013). Each method presents advantages and disadvantages and is used according to the questions being asked. This longitudinal study aims to (1) compare total vocabulary and conceptual vocabulary in a group of two-year-old emergent bilingual children across time, (2) compare total and conceptual vocabulary with normed monolingual performance on a single-language measure across time using total and conceptual scoring methods, and (3) to determine which method of assessing vocabulary in two languages is most appropriate for two-year-old migrant bilingual children. Eight emergent bilingual children (50% female; Age: Time 1: M = 23.25 months, SD = 3.34) attending the Migrant and Seasonal Head Start (MSHS) or Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RMCA) were assessed using the MacArthur-Bates Communicative Developmental Inventory at three timepoints. Results showed that children’s total vocabulary scores were larger than their conceptual vocabulary scores and when comparing to monolingual norms their total scores were larger than their conceptual scores. Implications and recommendations will be discussed further.
Strategic Enterprise Artificial Intelligence (The Conceptual Hierarchical Framework)
Authors: Bashir Jibran
Published: May 2024

This paper discusses three statements: Enterprise AI strategy must be linked with the existing business strategy of the organization, Enterprise AI must be a virtual strategist of the organization, and Enterprise AI must be a virtual strategy manager for organizational performance. Based on the research on these statements, this paper will introduce the conceptual hierarchical framework titled Strategic Enterprise Artificial Intelligence (SEAI) consisting of four levels: Disconnected Enterprise AI, Linked Enterprise AI, Strategist Enterprise AI, and Integrative Enterprise AI. Disconnected Enterprise AI represents the lowest level, while Integrative Enterprise AI is the highest. This framework, with its title, can be introduced as a new field of study. If the corporate sector uses this framework tactfully, it will help the organizations to strategize Enterprise AI to achieve business results.
Regulating Transgenic Soybean Production in Argentina: The Role of Agro-Associations
Authors: Phélinas Pascale , Schwartz Sonia
Published: May 2024

Argentina's economy is organized mainly around the export of transgenic soybeans. This production is associated with several environmental and social costs. This article investigates transgenic soybean production regulation possibilities, which fulfills efficiency, acceptability, and feasibility by directly controlling production levels. Production quota markets are promising because they make it possible to implement cost-effective production. However, Argentina's agricultural sector is organized into large agro-associations with significant political power. The exercise of market power could challenge the attractive properties of production quota markets. This article considers the possibility of these organizations manipulating the quota market to capture a larger share of production. The production quota market could give rise to "raising rivals' costs" behavior. Contrary to the existing literature, this article shows that this strategy is profitable, even though the price of transgenic soybeans is fixed on international markets. To restore efficiency in production levels while preserving policy acceptability, we propose to auction production quotas with an adequate rebate revenue. Alternatively, initial quota allocation can be hybrid. The initial allocation chosen will depend on the trade-off between efficiency and acceptability of the environmental policy. Thus, while proposing a specific and adapted regulation for transgenic soybeans in Argentina, this article contributes to the knowledge of tradeable production quotas, which are almost less analyzed in the economic literature.
MESENCHYMAL STEM CELLS MIGRATION MECHANISMS AND POSSIBLE STRATEGIES FOR THEIR IMPROVEMENT
Authors: Кораблев Родион Владимирович , Васильев Андрей Глебович , Тапильская Наталья Игоревна , Рыжов Юлиан Рэммович , Эмиргаев Заур Келбялиевич , Пюрвеев Сарнг Саналович , Брус Татьяна Викторовна , Таминкина Юлия Александровна , Прохорычева Анна Алексеевна
Published: May 2024

В последние десятилетия накапливается все больше данных о механизмах обновления и регенерации тканей, которые были бы невозможны без участия стволовых клеток. Доказано, что данные процессы во многих тканях осуществляются за счет тканеспецифичных стволовых клеток (ТСК), однако их получение, культивация и введение с терапевтической целью крайне затруднительны. Наряду с этим наибольший интерес представляют мезенхимальные стволовые клетки (МСК), которые, благодаря возможности их выделения, экспансии и мультипотентности, являются многообещающим терапевтическим агентом, уже доказавшим свою клиническую эффективность при различных нозологиях, в том числе в вопросах тканевой инженерии. Одной из особенностей МСК, введенных системно, является способность находить нишу в пораженной ткани и оставаться в ней, оказывая существенное влияние на воспаление, процессы ремоделирования ткани и ее регенеративный потенциал. Однако механизмы дифференцировки и миграции МСК, а также факторы, влияющие на эти процессы, раскрыты не полностью. В данном обзоре обобщены современные данные о механизмах миграции МСК и возможных путях ее улучшения.

In recent decades a lot of data have been accumulated on the mechanisms of tissue renewal and regeneration, which would be impossible without the participation of stem cells. It has been proven that these processes in many tissues are carried out by tissue-specific stem cells (TSCs), but their production, cultivation and administration for therapeutic purposes are extremely difficult. Along with this, mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are a promising therapeutic agent that has already proven its clinical effectiveness in various diseases and in tissue engineering. One of the features of MSCs introduced systemically is the ability to find a niche in the affected tissue and remain there, having a significant impact on inflammation, tissue remodeling processes and its regenerative potential. However, the mechanisms of differentiation and migration of MSCs, as well as the factors influencing these processes, are not fully disclosed. This review makes an attempt to summarize the accumulated data on the mechanisms of MSC migration and possible ways to improve it.
Η μουσική ως θεραπεία στην ελληνική αρχαιότητα
Authors: Νικολάου Ειρήνη
Published: May 2024

Η παρούσα μελέτη αναφέρεται στη θέση που είχε η μουσική ως θεραπεία στην ελληνική αρχαιότητα εξεταζόμενη μέσα από τις θέσεις φιλοσόφων και συγγραφέων. Από τους αρχαίους χρόνους (3000 π.Χ.) υπάρχουν μαρτυρίες για την αντιμετώπιση της μουσικής ως μέσου θεραπείας μέσω του εξαγνισμού που προσφέρει στην ψυχή και στο σώμα.Τις πιο σημαντικές πληροφορίες τις αντλούμε από τα κείμενα φιλοσόφων, όπως ο Πυθαγόρας, ο Πλάτων, ο Αριστοτέλης, αλλά και συγγραφέων που αντιμετώπισαν τη μουσική υπό το πρίσμα της φιλοσοφίας, όπως ο Αριστείδης Κοϊντιλιανός, από το έργο του Πορφύριου και του Ιάμβλιχου, καθώς και άλλων φιλοσόφων και συγγραφέων. Αναδεικνύεται έτσι η περίοπτη θέση της μουσικής στην αρχαιότητα ως μέσου θεραπείας της ψυχικής διαταραχής, ως μέσου πνευματικής και σωματικής ευεξίας καθώς και έκφρασης ψυχικών καταστάσεων που αποτυπώνονται αλλά και αποδίδονται σε αυτή, θέσεις οι οποίες παραμένουν επίκαιρες ακόμη και σήμερα για θέματα που αφορούν την επίδραση της μουσικής στον ανθρώπινο ψυχισμό.
Third BAMT Conference ‘Music, Diversity and Wholeness’
Authors: Annesley Luke
Published: May 2024

Third BAMT Conference ‘Music, Diversity and Wholeness’ | 16-18 February 2018 | Barbican Centre/Guildhall School of Music and Drama, London, UK.
Igniting the Fire Within: Culturally Relevant Expository Writing
Authors: Whitaker Adam
Published: May 2024

This article presents the findings of an action research study that explored the impact of culturally relevant writing instruction in an English classroom. Research practitioners have used terms such as real-life (Moore-Hart, 2005), innovative (Kinloch, 2009), and culturally relevant writing pedagogy (Winn & Johnson, 2011) to denote the type of experiential and relevant writing instruction that should be occurring in classrooms. These terms are synonymous because they require students to leverage their culture, perspectives, interests, and personal experiences as inspiration for writing. The discussion begins by presenting the literature on culturally relevant literacy instruction. Then, the author discusses the steps for implementing this pedagogical approach and provides key insights on the subject matter.
A Legal And Sosiological Analysis Of Trademark Circulation In Indonesia
Authors: Febrian Gilang Adi , Firmansyah Fajri Arie , Prayoga Bayu Lesmana , Dikrurahman Diky , Permana Deni Yusup
Published: May 2024

Intellectual property rights are a system of modern life that is interconnected with the system that exists today. Intellectual property rights are a by-product of human ideas and thought patterns, so they are currently one of the complex problems that arise in the world of commerce. The aim of this research is to analyze the sociology of law in the circulation of trademarks in Indonesia. Analytical descriptive methods are used in research specifications to describe facts and realities relating to trademark law in Indonesia. The research results show that, within the framework of the rule of law, respect for trademark rights is a national honor given to individuals who have taken the time to consider developing original and distinctive works of intellectual property. Legal sociology has a role in violations that occur in trademark cases; apart from filing criminal and civil charges for failure to reach a resolution, there are other options to overcome existing problems. All parties must comply with certain requirements so that the conflict resolution process can be effective. Having a certificate is one of the components of feeling more comfortable running a business in the future. It is easier for trademark owners to demonstrate ownership rights to the trademarks they use, so they don't need to worry about their company if a lawsuit occurs. Based on the results of the analysis carried out, society, namely the private sector, must support intellectual property, including trademarks, by upholding corporate ethics that demand integrity in all business dealings. Strong business growth in terms of market share and product quality is a catalyst for economic expansion, raising living standards, and achieving economic development.
Can Demand Forecasting Help Supply Chain? Evidence from Beer Distribution Game
Authors: Gautama Nengah Widiangga , Arifin Andi Harmoko
Published: May 2024

One of complex process known nowadays which involves production, delivery and services to consumers is supply chain. Supply chain often can be simplified and analyzed with simulations like Beer Distribution Game. In this research, we use an extended version of Beer Distribution Game, built by AnyLogic, and equipped with additional feature such as information sharing. This research uses a simulation experiment method, and from the experiment’s result we draw a conclusion based on the effect of SMA forecasting. It is shown that by adding SMA forecasting only at the Retailer unit, does not conclusively reduce the BDG’s Total Cost
Allogeneic haematopoietic cell transplantation for chronic myeloid leukaemia in Switzerland in the face of rapid development of effective drugs
Authors: Heim Dominik , Baldomero Helen , Medinger Michael , Masouridi-Levrat Stavroula , Schanz Urs , Nair Gayathri , Güngör Tayfun , Halter Jörg , Passweg Jakob R. , Chalandon Yves , Swiss Stem Cell Transplantation Group (SBST)
Published: May 2024

AIM: Until the year 2000, allogeneic haematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) was the standard treatment for young and fit chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML) patients. CML was the main indication for allogeneic HCT. The introduction of tyrosine kinase inhibitors changed the treatment of CML patients dramatically. Allogeneic HCT was rapidly replaced by tyrosine kinase inhibitors as first-line treatment for CML, and the indication shifted to the treatment of non-responders, patients intolerant to tyrosine kinase inhibitors and patients whose CML is transforming to the accelerated phase and blast crisis. This paper describes changes in the use of transplantation technology for CML patients in the face of rapid drug development.
METHODS: All patients receiving a transplant for CML between 1997 and 2021 in Switzerland were included in the study. For the purpose of this analysis, time periods were analysed in quinquennia, 1997–2001 (Q1), 2002–2006 (Q2), 2007–2011 (Q3), 2012–2016 (Q4) and 2017–2021 (Q5), as the observation period spanned 25 years.
RESULTS: Overall, 239 patients received a transplant. These included 96 in Q1, 56 in Q2, 25 in Q3, 34 in Q4 and 28 in Q5. Patient characteristics changed over time: recent patients were older and had a longer interval from diagnosis to transplantation because of tyrosine kinase inhibitor treatment. However, the proportions of patients receiving transplants during an early versus advanced disease stage differed little. Transplant technology changed, as well. Patients received intensive conditioning regimens less often due to higher age and more commonly had peripheral blood as opposed to bone marrow transplants. However, the type of stem cell donor selected did not differ. In a univariable analysis, there were no significant differences in survival, progression-free survival, non-relapse mortality, relapse incidence or incidences of acute and chronic graft-versus-host disease among the five quinquennia. In a multivariable analysis, older age, donors other than HLA-identical siblings and more advanced disease stage, but not the quinquennium, were associated with higher risk of death.
CONCLUSION: Since the introduction of tyrosine kinase inhibitors haematopoietic cell transplantation has been used less frequently to treat CML. Patients in recent cohorts received transplants at an older age and later in the disease course; despite these higher risks, the outcome of allogeneic HCT has not worsened over time but has not improved, either. As the outcome is worse in advanced phases, it is important to conduct transplants before disease progression. Therefore, patients with advanced disease should be monitored closely and receive transplants in time.
An Overview of Rehabilitation Robots and their Application
Authors: Farahi Rasoul
Published: May 2024

In the community health system, non-pharmacological treatments are at the forefront of countries’ treatment. One of these treatments is rehabilitation. Rehabilitation is considered a very broad scientific field in the set of health and medical services and helps people recover after suffering from problems such as stroke, spinal cord injuries, orthopedic surgery, concussions, burns, hearing loss, central auditory processing disorder, balance problems, overcome their problem as much as possible and regain their previous functional independence. This process is expensive and requires a lot of time and patience. There are many exercise machines for rehabilitation purposes. These types of machines are not flexible during operation, and this lack of flexibility destroys their ability to face unwanted conditions during physiotherapy. Therefore, the necessity of using mechatronic technologies in the field of rehabilitation is clearly evident. In this chapter, we will first give an overview of a number of research projects carried out in the field of rehabilitation robots (mainly lower body) and, since our main focus is more on the optimal control of the intelligent system (mechatronics), in the continuation of the strategies we describe different controls applied to rehabilitation robots and examine their strengths and weaknesses.
Intelligent Methods for Hypothyroidism Associations and Characterisation for Personalised Diagnosis and Treatment
Authors: Zhang Xinyu , C.S. Lee Vincent
Published: May 2024

Hypothyroidism results from low levels of thyroid hormone produced and has varied aetiology and manifestations. It is potentially fatal in severe cases if it remains undetected and timely untreated. Accordingly, this research deploys intelligent machine learning-based methods to uncover its associations and facilitates accurate and efficient detection through case-based predictions. Specifically, data mining algorithms will be adopted to identify risk factors associated with hypothyroidism, including demographics and medical history. These identified associations can be applied to understand, screen, and predict hypothyroidism in individual patients. This intelligent approach enables proactive management of the disease in its early stages to mitigate the potential of developing subsequent diseases, such as heart disease, infertility, or thyroid tumours. The proposed intelligent methods not only advance our understanding of the disease pathogenesis but also achieve precise diagnosis, providing clinicians with valuable insights to support follow-up treatment decision-making.
Perspective Chapter: A Phenomenological Approach to Empathy
Authors: Morujão Carlos , Leite Ângela
Published: May 2024

In this chapter, we will seek to determine the role that empathy plays in the relationship between different human beings. In the phenomenological tradition, empathy was often considered the primordial form of relationship with others. According to classical phenomenology, bodily externalizations of inner psychic phenomena play an important role here. In this chapter, we will critically evaluate this approach to empathy. We will argue that empathy presupposes a prior recognition of the other in everyday life. From this perspective, empathy would constitute a second—although fundamental—moment of intersubjective life. The experience of a shared world entails an immediately shared understanding of that world and of those who live in it. Empathy would awaken only when anonymous relationships with other human beings become problematic. In the twentieth century, this concept has been appropriated by psychology on different levels: as a device to analyze how far the lack of empathy may be at the origin of certain pathologies and as a clinical tool that allows the psychologist to gain a deeper insight into the patient’s problems. Unfortunately, dialog between the two disciplines around this issue was almost never carried out. This chapter tries to foster the possibilities of such a dialog.
Exploring the Therapeutic Potential from Moringa oleifera and Urtica dioica Bioactive Compounds in Managing Diabetes and Insulin Resistance
Authors: Moummou Hanane , Karoumi Jamal , Tilaoui Mounir , Sabir Es-Said , Meftah Imane , Achoch Mounia , Chatoui Hicham , El Hiba Omar , Bahi Lahoucine
Published: May 2024

Diabetes is one of the ubiquitous metabolic disorders, indicating increasing chronic blood levels (chronic hyperglycaemia). Its three types are mostly caused by different pathogenic conditions (disorders in the secretion and/or regulation blood sugar insulin levels), often resulting from defects in insulin secretion and abnormal glucose tolerance. In addition, most people with diabetes have type 2 diabetes, which is characterised by insulin resistance and progressive beta-cell failure. Recently, there has been a growing demand for medicinal plants traditionally used to manage diabetes and its complications, as the insulin use is somewhat correlated with side effects. The current chapter focused on two medicinal plants, Moringa oleifera and Urtica dioica. The chosen plants have shown therapeutic potential as natural diabetes remedies owing to their bioactive compounds. The chosen plants have shown potential as natural diabetes remedies owing to their diverse bioactive compounds range and their effect on insulin resistance and glucose levels. Additionally, they exhibit hypoglycaemic features making them promising candidates for further diabetes management investigation. Besides, because of their bioactive phytochemicals, they do have the ability to prevent the diabetes’s onset. Of note, this chapter aims to explore their effects on blood sugar regulation with a focus on managing diabetes potential.
Dissecting the Paradox of Progress: The Socioeconomic Implications of Artificial Intelligence
Authors: Sevag Kertechian Kevin , El-Farr Hadi
Published: May 2024

The rapid ascent of artificial intelligence (AI) and other general-purpose technologies has marked the advent of the fourth industrial revolution, triggering substantial transformations in business practices and productivity potential. While these emerging technologies offer numerous benefits, they also present a range of threats, concerns, and challenges. This chapter aims to investigate the dark side of the fourth industrial revolution, based on the available literature. One major concern revolves around employment, encompassing the potential rise in unemployment rates and the emergence of structural unemployment. The set of skills needed for the changing nature of work is significantly different, thus there is a need for rapid reskilling and deskilling to ensure the future employability of the existing workforce. Furthermore, high dependence on machines might lead to major ethical concerns, including, but not limited to, breaches of privacy and discrimination. More so, high unemployment might lead to further social and income inequalities, relegating many to the lower class and decreasing their purchasing power, while placing few in the upper class.
Integrating AI into VET: Insights from AIM@VET’s First Training Activity
Authors: Emeršič Žiga , Peer Peter , Hrastnik Gregor , Meh Peer Nataša , María Bey José , Meizoso-García María , Pedro Silva António , Domingues Cláudia , Abreu Carla , Costa António , Durães Dalila , Novais Paulo , Renda Cristina , Prieto Abraham
Published: May 2024

This work presents the objectives, methodologies, and preliminary outcomes of the first training activity (TA1) within the AIM@VET project, an EU initiative aimed at integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into vocational education and training (VET) to align with labor market demands. Addressing the noticeable gap in AI education across various educational levels, AIM@VET, involving six partners from Spain, Portugal, and Slovenia, focuses on developing teacher-centered learning modules in key AI application areas: computer vision, robotics, and ambient intelligence. The project’s methodology involves universities in content preparation and VET teachers in content delivery to students, with an iterative feedback loop enhancing the curriculum’s relevance and effectiveness. TA1 demonstrated a practical approach to applying AI concepts through a mix of theoretical lessons and hands-on tasks, significantly improving students’ technical AI skills and readiness for the digital workforce. The activity underscored the importance of standardizing lesson creation protocols to produce a unified curriculum, thereby facilitating improved coordination among partners. This chapter will detail the project’s framework, its execution, and an analysis of the results obtained in the project’s first steps.
Atmospheric Pollution and Toxicological Aspects of Helicobacter pylori Infection: Background, Pathophysiology and New Innovative Hypotheses
Authors: Ndelo di Phanzu Josaphat , Mputu Malolo Lievins-Corneille , Ndelo Matondo Patrick , Belo Nuapia Yannick
Published: May 2024

A strange phenomenon characterized by numerous pathologies occurred in DR Congo and in some other countries of Subsaharian Africa since a few decades. While the entire population is convinced of massive poisonings provoked by a ritual poison from the eastern Africa, named Karuho, we incredibly established, since 2010, the responsibility of Helicobacter pylori in the phenomenon, thanks to cross-sectional epidemiological studies. Our findings have been published in international journals and presented in international scientific forums. The purpose of this chapter is to describe the background and conduct of this research, the pathophysiology of the Helicobacter pylori involvement, as well as the new innovative hypotheses on Helicobacter infection generated by this research.
An Alternative Approach to Probability in Quantum Information Science
Authors: Jansson Christian
Published: May 2024

This chapter provides a probabilistic framework for formulating classical probability theory, quantum probability, thermodynamics, diffusion, and the Wiener integral using a set of four axioms or principles. It explains everything that conventional quantum information theory and classical probability theory achieve. We want to emphasize that this framework is not an interpretation of quantum mechanics such as “Many-Worlds,” “Bohm’s Theory,” or the “Copenhagen interpretation.” It is much more general and can be viewed as a probability algorithm that calculates probabilities of future events. As a result, previously perplexing paradoxes find resolution. In particular, the superposition principle takes on a new meaning. Our probabilistic framework stands apart from the Hilbert space formalism. It relies solely on elementary set theory, classical logic, and complex numbers. Consequently, this theory is accessible for instruction in educational settings. This framework can be regarded as an axiomatic approach to probability in the sense of Hilbert. In his sixth of the twenty-three open problems presented at the International Congress of Mathematicians in Paris in 1900, Hilbert called for an axiomatic probability theory.
Perspective Chapter: Opportunities and Barriers to Effective Multidisciplinary Teamwork in the Education and Training of Allied-Healthcare Students
Authors: Chandan Kirpa , Hitchen Russell , Lovell-Patel Rupal
Published: May 2024

Collaboration between different allied-healthcare professionals through multi-disciplinary teamwork can help lead to integrated care and subsequently better outcomes for patients. Based on their experiences, the authors reflect upon both the advantages and the challenges to effective teamwork in a healthcare setting. They consider how higher education and training of allied-healthcare students could benefit from greater cross-professional collaboration, and they give their perspectives on the barriers and constraints to collaboration across disciplines. Within this chapter, the three authors who are all both university educators and allied-healthcare professionals, also deliberate on a specific example of head injury/concussion where there is potential opportunity to improve collaboration across their respective professions of Audiology, Physiotherapy and Optometry. They explore how cross-professional collaboration may help to provide improved patient-centred care.
The Environmental and Social Impact of Cloth Sanitary Pad Usage in Indonesia: A Case Study of the Women’s Care Team
Authors: Evienia Prabawanti Benedicta
Published: May 2024

In Muka Village (MV), East Jakarta, waste management poses significant challenges for women, particularly concerning the disposal of disposable menstrual pads, which harm the environment and health. Women’s Care at Atma Jaya Catholic University Of Indonesia collaborated with local women to introduce cloth sanitary napkins as a sustainable solution. Following Jerome Bruner’s theory of meaning construction, involving women in learning and problem-solving proved essential. The MV women responded positively, showing interest in learning to produce and market cloth pads. Training and support addressed environmental issues while creating economic opportunities. The locally made cloth menstrual pads have been sold through various channels, positively impacting the environment and MV’s economic prosperity. This research analyzes the environmental and social effects of cloth sanitary napkins in Indonesia, focusing on the Women’s Care Team in MV, East Jakarta. Cloth pads are seen as a sustainable alternative to disposable ones, often containing harmful chemicals. The Women’s Care Team is vital in empowering MV’s women to adopt cloth pads through a participatory approach, aligning with sustainable development goals.
Addressing Homophobic, Biphobic and Transphobic Bullying in Educational Contexts
Authors: Glazzard Jonathan
Published: May 2024

This chapter addresses homophobic, biphobic and transphobic (HBT) bullying in schools, colleges and universities. It provides a useful definition of this kind of bullying and provides guidance to schools, colleges and universities to support them in recognising and addressing it. Educational institutions play a critical role in protecting all children from bullying. Bullying, which is based on protected characteristics such as perceived or actual sexual orientation or gender identity, is a form of discrimination which contravenes the Equality Act (2010) in the United Kingdom (UK) and therefore schools, colleges and universities have a legal duty to eradicate it. Schools in the UK are required by law to have an anti-bullying policy. This should provide clear guidance to staff on how to recognise homophobic, biphobic and transphobic bullying and how to address it. Protecting children from harm is the responsibility of all members of staff. It is therefore critical that staff undertake professional learning and development to help them identify the signs of HBT bullying and to empower them to address it.
Analisis Pengaruh Rasio Profitabilitas terhadap Pertumbuhan Laba pada Perusahaan Perbankan yang Terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia (BEI) (Studi Kasus PT. BTPN Syariah Tbk di Tahun 2017-2021)
Authors: Fawzi Dio Ahmad
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this study is to understand the Analysis of the Effect of Profitability Ratio on Profit Growth in Banking Companies Listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) (Case Study of Pt. Btpn Syariah Tbk in 2017-2021). The profitability ratio is a ratio to assess the company's ability to seek profit. This ratio also provides a measure of the level of management effectiveness of an enterprise. Profit growth is a ratio that shows the company's ability to increase net profit compared to last year. This research according to its data analysis includes an associative quantitative approach. Associative quantitative research is research that aims to determine the influence or relationship between two or more variables using data in the form of numbers. The results showed a regression calculation that Return on Assets (ROA) had a significant effect on PT. BTPN Syariah Tbk. This is evidenced by the significance value (Sig) (0.00) smaller than (α) 0.05. Regression calculation that Return on Equity (ROE) does not have a significant impact on PT. BTPN Syariah Tbk. This is evidenced by the significance value (Sig) (0.171) greater than (α) 0.05. And regression calculations show that Return on Assets (ROA) and Return on Equity (ROE) together (simultaneously) have a significant effect on PT. BTPN Syariah Tbk. is evidenced by the value (Sig) of 0.00 less than (α) 0.05. So it can be concluded that there is a positive and significant influence of the variables Return on Assets (ROA) and Return on Equity (ROE), simultaneously or simultaneously on the profit growth of PT. BTPN Syariah Tbk.
Evaluasi Kesadaran Menyusun Laporan Keuangan Pada Usaha Kecil Dan Menengah Di Kecamatan Curup Kota
Authors: Hermelinda Tuti , Meriana  , Lizvan Mangatur Sitorus
Published: May 2024

Masih rendahnya kesadaran pelaku UKM terhadap manfaat dari laporan keuangan. Bila laporan keuangan yang dihasilkan oleh entitas sudah mencerminkan keadaan sebenarnya, maka laporan keuangan tersebut andal dan dapat dijadikan acuan bagi pihak yang berkepentingan, yaitu investor, pemerintah, karyawan bahkan masyarakat. Dengan adanya laporan keuangan, mereka dapat memisahkan data keuangan antara milik pribadi dan perusahaan. Permasalahan dalam penelitian ini adalah bagaimana tingkat kesadaran pelaku Usaha Kecil dan Menengah (UKM) dalam menyusun laporan keuangan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui seberapa besar tingkat kesadaran pelaku UKM dalam menyusun laporan keuangan. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif yaitu jenis penelitian yang menggunakan beberapa prosedur statistik untuk menghasilkan temuan baru. Khususnya untuk mengevaluasi kesadaran menyusun laporan keuangan pada usaha kecil dan menengah di Kecamatan Curup Kota. Adapun hasil penelitian ini adalah diperoleh skor variabel kesadaran dengan rata-rata 4,588 dan variabel laporan keuangan 4,169. Maka, hal ini menunjukkan bahwa pelaku UKM di Kecamatan Curup Kota telah sadar akan pentingnya informasi dan mencatat transaksi, serta pelaku UKM Kecamatan Curup Kota telah memahami tentang laporan keuangan dan sudah mengerti pentingnya menyusun laporan keuangan. Dari hasil perhitungan rata-rata dari kedua skor tersebut, maka skor tersebut memenuhi kategori skala sangat tinggi.
Government Expenditure and Its Role Against North Maluku Economic Growth
Authors: Runtunuwu Prince Charles Heston , Topa Awalluddin , Hasyim Azis
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this study is to analyze the effect of personnel spending, capital spending, goods and services spending on economic growth in North Maluku. Then also analyze the effect of economic growth on welfare in North Maluku. The method of data analysis is using time series data for 2010-2015 and using multiple linear regression analysis . The results found that based on the results of this study indicate that local government personnel spending has a significant effect and is positively correlated to the economic growth of North Maluku Province. This means that, if there is an increase in spending on government personnel, it will encourage an increase in the regional economy. Furthermore, also that government spending has a positive and significant effect on economic growth in North Maluku Province. This means that, if there is an increase in government capital spending, it will be able to increase economic growth in North Maluku Province. Then also the results of the study show that spending on goods and services has a significant effect and is positively correlated to economic growth in North Maluku Province. This means that, increasing spending on goods and services will be able to boost economic growth.
Pengaruh Ukuran Perusahaan Dan Pertumbuhan Penjualan Terhadap Financial Distress
Authors: Nasution Ulfa Oktavani , Aprilia Irdarena , Utami Devina
Published: May 2024

The research aims to test and analyze the influence of company size and sales growth on financial distress. Financial distress is a situation where a company can experience bankruptcy because it cannot fulfill its obligations and has small profits. Research population of banking sector entities for the 2019 – 2020 period listed on the Indonesian Stock Exchange. The non-probability sampling technique used a purposive sampling method with a total of 29 companies. The data analysis technique used is multiple regression analysis. The research results show that the sales growth variable has a significant effect on financial distress, meaning that management involvement and sales growth greatly influence financial distress. Company size has no effect on financial distress.
Pengaruh Media Pembelajaran Berbasis Youtube Terhadap Hasil IPA Siswa Pada Tema Organ Gerak Hewan anan Manusia Di Kelas V SD Negeri 1 Cakat Raya Tulang Bawang
Authors: Aini Syamrotul , Mashari Ali , Qomario Qomario
Published: May 2024

The background of this research is the lack of use of media in the YouTube-based learning process with student learning outcomes in science on the theme of the organs of movement of animals and humans in class V SD Negeri 1 Cakat Raya Tulang Bawang. This study aims to describe whether there is an effect of YouTube-based learning media on students' science learning outcomes on the theme of animal and human movement organs in class V SD Negeri 1 Cakat Raya Tulang Bawang. The survey results of the researchers found that students' science learning outcomes were still low. The method used in this study was quantitative with a pre-experimental method by design of a one group pretest-posttest design. The population in this study was students of class V SD Negeri 1 Cakat Raya Tulang Bawang. The research sample consisted of 24 students. The sampling technique uses a purposive sampling technique. The data collection technique uses tests, documentation, data analysis techniques and uses a t-test.The results of the study are shown by the results of the t-test (paired sample t test) for the same sample with different treatment (pretest-posttest) with a t count of 12.503 and a t table of 1.711. learn science students on the theme of the organs of movement of animals and humans.