bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Economic and environmental impacts of Telemedicine: insights from a Brazilian orthopedic referral center
Authors: Yamaguchi Fabio Seiji Mazzi , Kroes Hector Fugihara , Martins Gabriel Benevides Valiate , Lage Gustavo Estefan , Silva Vitor Matheus , Rudelli Bruno Alves , Marcon Raphael Martus , Gurgel Henrique Melo de Campos
Published: December 2024

Introduction: Telemedicine has emerged as a key tool to overcome socioeconomic disparities, expand healthcare access, and reduce environmental impacts. Its adoption surged during the COVID-19 pandemic, minimizing travel-related barriers and ensuring continuity of care. In Brazil, where regional inequities in healthcare access and pollution heavily affect public health, telemedicine holds significant promise. However, further research is needed to quantify its economic and environmental benefits. Moreover, examining how socioeconomic factors influence patients' preferences for telemedicine is essential. These correlations help identify patterns that may influence telemedicine adoption and provide deeper insights into how socioeconomic factors can affect access to and benefits from remote healthcare services.
Objective: To evaluate the economic and environmental impacts of telemedicine use and the correlation of socioeconomic variables with telemedicine preference in patients with hip pathologies at a tertiary referral center in São Paulo, Brazil.
Methods: A cross-sectional study (January-June 2024) analyzed telemedicine patients, collecting data on preferences, demographics, travel, and costs (transport and food). Avoided distance, time, and pollutant emissions were calculated using Google Maps and emission factors. Correlations were conducted between patients' preference for telemedicine and their socioeconomic data. Statistical analyses used Wilcoxon, chi-square, and logistic regression tests.
Results: 148 patients participated, with 77.7% preferring telemedicine. The mean avoided travel distance was 168.84 km, with a mean time saving of 223.97 minutes. Patients using public transport and private cars saved, respectively, USD 12.62 and USD 28.95. Telemedicine also reduced pollutant emissions, avoiding approximately 7 tons of carbon dioxide. Telemedicine preference was positively associated with higher income (p = 0.0283). Other variables showed no statistically significant associations.
Conclusion: Telemedicine led to significant time and cost savings, as well as a reduction in pollutant emissions. These findings demonstrate telemedicine’s potential to improve access and reduce environmental impacts. Preference for telemedicine was positively associated with higher income, highlighting potential barriers for lower-income populations. Further research is needed to address the lower adherence to virtual consultations among socioeconomically disadvantaged groups.
المسؤولية الجزائية الناشئة عن جرائم الذكاء الاصطناعي
Authors: عارف عبدالعزيز اري
Published: December 2024

القانون مرآة المجتمع ويعكس واقع الحياة فيه بحيث اصبح لزاما بان يواكب المستجدات التي تطرأ علي المجتمع بحيث يعكس أحوال الجماعة التي ينظم العلاقات بين أفرادها، ويلاحظ في الوقت الحالي ان القانون يمر بأزمة التكييف مع متطلبات المجتمع، والسبب يعود الى ان العالم يعيش طفرة كبيرة في مجال الثورة الصناعية الرابعة التي تعتبر تسونامي التقدم التكنولوجي الذي سيغير تفاصيل الحياة البشرية وتتميز بالاعتماد علي الذكاء الاصطناعي في العديد من مجالات الحياة، وإزاء هذا التطور يغدو من الضروري تطوير معظم القوانين والتشريعات لتواكب هذا الواقع الجديد ،فعدم التناغم بين القانون والتكنولوجيا من شأنه أن يخلق فجوة بين الإطار القانوني النظري والتطبيقي مما يؤدي إلي ظهور ممارسات سلبية تلحق ضررا بالمجتمع ولعل أنجح السبل لخلق هذا التناغم هو ضرورة مواكبة التشريع للتطور التقني بحيث يسيران جنبا إلي جنب.

ولهذا تعتبر التطورات السريعة في مجال التكنولوجيا والذكاء الاصطناعي من القضايا الملحة في المجتمع الحديث. وفي هذا السياق، يتنامى الاهتمام بفحص المسؤولية الجزائية عن جرائم الذكاء الاصطناعي. حيث يهدف هذا البحث إلى تحليل آليات المساءلة القانونية لأفراد أو كيانات مرتبطة بجرائم تشمل استخدام تقنيات الذكاء الاصطناعي
تكنولوجيا الذكاء الاصطناعي وآثرها على الالتزام بقواعد القانون الدولي الإنساني
Authors: موسا محمد حسني
Published: December 2024

من أهم سمات الحرب الحديثة أن عددًا متزايدًا من الأسلحة اصبح مدعوما بتكنولوجيا الذكاء الاصطناعي Artificial intelligence التي تمكنها من خوض الحروب في البرِّ والبحر والجوّ وقيادة العمليات العسكرية لتحديد الأهداف واختيارها وتدميرها دون تدخل بشري، ولقد أثار استخدام هذا النوع من الأسلحة جدلًا كبيرًا بين صناع القرار على مستوي العالم والخبراء والباحثين القانونيين. وهم جميعًا قلقون من أن مثل هذه الأنظمة قد لا تعمل وفقًا للمبادئ الأساسية للقانون الدولي الإنساني. وسوف تتناول من خلال هذه الورقة القضايا الرئيسية التي تثيرها أنظمة تكنولوجيا الذكاء الاصطناعي على الالتزام بقواعد القانون الدولي الإنساني
الجرائم المستحدثة في قانون مكافحة الجريمة المعلوماتية في الجمهورية العربية السورية
Authors: كيوان اصالة
Published: December 2024

بالرغم من المزايا الكبيرة التي حققتها ثورة المعلومات التي يعيشها العالم بأجمعه وعلى جميع الأصعدة، وفي شتى مجالات الحياة المعاصرة. فإن هذه الثورة التكنولوجية المتنامية رافقها بالمقابل جملة من الانعكاسات السلبية بسبب سوء استخدام هذه التقنية المتطورة واستغلالها لتسهيل ارتكاب العديد من الظواهر الجرمية لا وبل تم استغلال هذه التقنية لارتكاب جرائم مستحدثة لم تكن لولا هذه الثورة التكنولوجية.

فالجريمة ظاهرة اجتماعية مرتبطة بالإنسان وعرفت منذ القدم، وتطورت وتعقدت أشكالها وتنوعت مناهجها ووسائلها مع تقدم المجتمعات، ومع الثورة التكنولوجية التي نعيشها في العصر الحاضر فقد أخذت ظاهرة الإجرام بعداً دولياً وأصبحت عابرة للقارات وليس فقط للدول الأمر الذي يستدعي إعادة النظر في التشريع الداخلي لكل دولة ومواكبة هذا التطور الهائل. وفي هذه الدراسة سنحاول بشكل مختصر أن نوضح تطور التشريعات السورية وكيف عالجت تطور ظاهرة الجريمة المعلوماتية وذلك من خلال عرض الجرائم المعلوماتية المستحدثة في التشريع السوري.
A low earth orbit satellite descent strategy
Authors: Zhumazhanov Berik , Ashurov Abdikul , Zylgara Aigerim
Published: December 2024

The object of the article is the method of descending a satellite from low Earth orbit (LEO) at the end of its service lifetime for its disposal.
The main problem is to ensure a safe and cost-effective disposal of the satellite while minimizing risks to the environment and other objects in orbit.
Based on the method, calculations were made for lowering the orbit and directing the satellite to a remote area of the Earth’s ocean. The calculations included braking pulses, fuel consumption, descent time to the burial orbit, and the time for natural descent before reaching the Earth's surface. The descent process is divided into three stages: active descent using low-thrust engines (LTE), passive descent due to natural braking in the out-of-atmosphere part, and fall through the dense atmosphere. Dependency graphs were provided to illustrate orbit altitude, satellite speed, reentry angle changes, and flight range over time.
The findings revealed that combining active orbital maneuvers with passive orbital decay optimizes the deorbiting procedure by minimizing fuel requirements and operational complexity. The proposed strategy ensures the satellite-controlled re-entry and safe disposal, significantly reducing the risks of collisions and environmental impact.
The results solved the problem by defining a staged satellite descent process. Duration were computed for active descent with braking impulses for uniform altitude reduction and passive descent due to atmospheric drag. The trajectory and duration of fall in atmosphere. The process ensures controlled re-entry and safe disposal.
This method is suitable for satellite operators and space agencies handling LEO missions
Chain of Oppression: An Aquapelagic Reading of Industrial Fishing in Port of Lies
Authors: Lu Nick
Published: December 2024

Tang Fu-jui’s Port of Lies is a Taiwanese crime fiction that critiques the complex network of political and corporate interests undergirding Taiwan’s fishing industry and the industry’s historical exploitation of Indigenous and migrant fishers. Using Philip Hayward’s concept of the aquapelago, this essay reads industrial fishing represented in the novel not simply as a mode of production, but as a more-than-human aquapelago that sustains itself by creating and maintaining specific social and human-nature relations. The essay first reviews Tang’s representation of the major forms of violence in industrial fishing under the conceptual framework of hydrocolonialism to provide a historical context. With an aquapelagic reading, it then highlights the moments in the novel in which industrial fishing sustains itself by reproducing specific subjectivity, social relation, and human-nature relation. The essay concludes with a reflection on ways to decolonise human’s fishing activities.
Study of the Chemical Diversity in Spondias tuberosa Leaves During the Phenological Evolution Stages: Metabolomic and Chemometric Approaches Associated with Antioxidant and Antiglycant Activities
Authors: M. do Nascimento Francisco Wendell , A. Gondim Tamyris , R. V. Ribeiro Paulo , C. de Lima Maria Auxiliadora , R. de Oliveira Viseldo , Câmara Neto João Francisco , N. P. Ribeiro Maria Elenir , S. Ferrari Anna Beatriz , Zeraik Maria Luiza , A. C. Guedes Jhonyson , J. Zocolo Guilherme
Published: December 2024

Spondias tuberosa (umbu) has been studied from the perspective of natural product and
pharmacology, revealing relevant biological activities. Therefore, from the point of view of chemical
and biological studies, deepening knowledge about this species is of great importance. Additionally,
the evaluation related to the metabolic variations of the same species during different phenological
evolution stages is also an interesting aspect of the research. Thereby, ultra-performance liquid
chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry (UPLC-QToF-MSE) was used to trace the
chemical profile from umbu leaves at different phenological stages, allowing the detection of
40 metabolites, which 16 were annotated, such as phenolics and anacardic acids. Furthermore,
the use of chemoinformatics tools allowed obtaining information on phenological development
in the three leaves phases: post-flowering (young leaves), full production and senescence. The
antiglycation activity assay revealed a potential inhibition of the formation of advanced glycation
end-products (AGEs) in the leaves at different phenological stages. The antioxidant activity was
satisfactory and in agreement with previously reported results, evidencing the potential for using
umbu leaves, currently completely discarded, as an alternative source of antioxidants, which may
provide increased added value to the cultivation of umbu, stimulating family farming and the
recovery of tree density in degraded areas.
A ENCENAÇÃO NARRATIVA NO CONTO AMOR DE CLARICE LISPECTOR
Authors: Oliveira Sousa Fabíola , Palmira Salme de Aragão Verônica
Published: December 2024

As obras de Clarice Lispector engendram reflexões psicológicas de suas personagens, o que exige um(a) leitor(a) crítico(a) para lidar com questões como a importância da mulher e o seu papel social. Dessa forma, o objetivo desta pesquisa é analisar o conto Amor, visando à compreensão da personagem Ana, por meio da análise de gênero e da encenação narrativa. Dentre os objetivos específicos, pretende-se: a) examinar a narrativa, tendo em vista as tensões psicológicas implicadas na trama; b) compreender os aspectos enunciativos da encenação narrativa, visando à interpretação do discurso da narradora; e c) interpretar as propostas críticas, engendradas pelo debate de gênero. Para isso, optou-se pela teoria Semiolinguística do discurso, proposta por Charaudeau (2019). Também se considerou o debate sobre a condição feminina e o amor, em Beauvoir (2016) e Biroli (2014). Portanto, além da revisão da literatura, também foi analisado o conto com base no método descritivo-interpretativo, e na abordagem qualitativa, visando à identificação de estratégias de sentido na construção da narrativa. Como resultado da pesquisa, notou-se que há informações implícitas no discurso da narradora, que possibilitam a multiplicidade de sentidos. Desse modo, o conto desperta a reflexão da condição da mulher na sociedade limitada ao cuidado da família.
FACES DE DIADORIM
Authors: Soares de Lima Rebeca , Ferreira Leal Grace
Published: December 2024

O sertão é um dos ambientes mais inóspitos do Brasil, quase que exclusivamente pela falta de água, provocando dificuldades em manter e/ou conservar a abundância e a diversidade de espécies de animais e de vegetais. Sendo assim, a sobrevivência nesse local se torna árdua. Socialmente é colocado que, para uma mulher, resistir nesse ambiente é mais difícil que para um homem, contudo Diadorim, personagem de Grande sertão: veredas, revela o contrário. Por mais que, por circunstâncias da vida social, teve de adotar o gênero masculino para entrar no cangaço, ela sobrevive muito bem, destacando-se entre os homens. Nessa perspectiva do sertão, mais especificamente na cultura dos jagunços, as mulheres parecem ser resumidas à reprodução e ao entretenimento, raramente sendo ouvidas em seus desejos e vontades. Contudo, a personagem Diadorim é respeitada por representar a figura masculina, pois é facultado ao homem o direito de ser mais que um corpo sexual e que se diverte. Assim, elege-se o romance Grande sertão: veredas, escrito por Guimarães Rosa, como base para analisar, sob o viés psicanalítico, os papéis de gênero feminino e os estereótipos envolvidos nesse tema, pois o que pode ou não um homem ou uma mulher fazer/realizar, existem para serem reavaliados.
LINGUÍSTICA FORENSE
Authors: Coulthard Richard Malcom
Published: December 2024

Nesta edição da Revista Saridh – Linguagem e Discurso, entrevistamos o professor Dr. Richard Malcom Coulthard. O pesquisador foi selecionado e convidado para ser entrevistado pela Revista Saridh por apresentar um trabalho histórico e internacionalmente conhecido na área de Linguística Forense.
Richard Malcom Coulthard é professor visitante da Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Catedrático em English Language and Linguistics, na University of Birmingham e Catedrático de Forensic Linguistics na Aston University, Birmngham, onde fundou o que hoje em dia é o maior centro de estudos da Linguística Forense – The Aston Institute of Forensic Linguistics. É conhecido por seu trabalho nos campos da análise do discurso e da linguística forense. Foi orientado por Michael Halliday e John Sinclair, sendo considerado um dos introdutores da Linguística Sistêmico-Funcional no Brasil. Seus trabalhos em Linguística Forense culminam em duas grandes obras publicadas já no século XXI, quais sejam: Introduction to Forensic Linguisitics, 2008/2018 e The Handbook of Forensic Linguistics, 2010/2021.
Na presente entrevista, o professor Richard Malcom Coulthard responde a perguntas sobre seu trabalho na área de Linguística Forense, contemplando as aplicações, cenários e perspectivas dessa área no mundo contemporâneo.
Asymptomatic Hypocalcemia Related to Denosumab Administration in Bone-Metastatic Patient Affected by Colorectal Cancer: A Case Report
Authors: Corsello Andrea , Torino Francesco , Rosa Annapina De , D'Addario Domenica , Cannarsa Celestina , Paragliola Rosa Maria
Published: December 2024

Background:

Denosumab, a fully humanized monoclonal neutralizing antibody inhibiting
the RANK/RANKL/OPG signaling pathway, is widely used for treating patients with bone metastases.
However, its use in cancer patients with bone metastases is burdened by the risk of all
grades of hypocalcemia, with the severe grade being rare. In the literature, several cases of severe
symptomatic hypocalcemia have been reported, particularly in patients with breast and prostate
cancers. In this report, we present a rare case of asymptomatic hypocalcemia in a 78 years-old patient
with sigmoid cancer and bone metastases.

Case Presentation:

Hypocalcemia was detected two weeks after the first denosumab administration,
during routine biochemical evaluation. The patient reported only a mild nonspecific paresthesia
after medical questioning, without relevant clinical symptoms. Despite the severity of the hypocalcemia,
serum calcium levels began to improve after a short period of low-dose calcium and
calcitriol therapy, though complete stabilization and normalization occurred after several weeks.

Conclusion:

This case highlights the importance to consider severe paucisymptomatic or asymptomatic
hypocalcemia as a possible side effect in bone-metastatic patients treated with denosumab.
It is advisable to monitor serum calcium levels even in the absence of typical hypocalcemia-related
symptoms.
Connecting the Dots: Mapping Reflections to Dental Public Health Competencies Through Thematic and Sentiment Analysis
Authors: Bamashmous Mohamed , Samman Meyassara
Published: December 2024

Objective

This study aimed to qualitatively analyze senior dental students’ reflections on community dental practice and map these reflections to the 10 Dental Public Health [DPH] competencies defined by the American Association of Public Health Dentistry.

Methods

This study included senior dental students at King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, who participated in field visits as part of a community dental practice course. Students were instructed to write their reflections post-visit, which were then collected for analysis. In total, 144 reflections were analyzed using thematic and sentiment analyses, employing Python programming language and various libraries for data manipulation and analysis. The identified themes were then mapped onto DPH competencies.

Results

Thematic analysis revealed key themes at different levels of reflection, focusing on personal experiences, practical fieldwork, and broader perspectives on experiences. The analysis highlighted significant themes such as “pediatric dentistry,” “presentation,” “engagement,” and “passion.” Overall, sentiments were predominantly positive across all levels, with variations in emotional experiences among students. The mapping of these themes to DPH competencies showed a close alignment with several key competencies in dental public health.

Conclusion

This study provides insights into the educational experiences and emotional responses of dental students during community fieldwork. The alignment of students’ reflections with DPH competencies and the predominantly positive sentiments underscore the effectiveness of field experiences in fostering students’ professional and personal growth in dental public health.
Realizirane višestambene zgrade arhitekta Drage Iblera prema suvremenom standardu stanovanja, arhitektu Dragi Galiću i zajedničkoj vili Filipčić
Authors: Kahle Darko
Published: December 2024

Built multi-residence buildings by architect Drago Ibler as compared to the contemporary housing standard, architect Drago Galić, and Villa Filipčić
Drago Ibler i natječaj za palaču PRIZAD-a u Beogradu (1937. – 1938.)
Authors: Kadijević Aleksandar
Published: December 2024

Drago Ibler and the Competition for the PRIZAD Palace in Belgrade (1937–1938)
Drago Ibler i refleksije međunarodnih razmišljanja u kontekstu stvaranja suvremenog stanovanja
Authors: Bobovec Borka
Published: December 2024

Drago Ibler and reflections on international thought in the creation of modern housing
Important Guide for Natural Compounds Inclusion in Precision Medicine
Authors: Oluwole Oluwafemi G.
Published: December 2024

Precision medicine describes the definition of disease at a higher resolution by genomic and other technologies to enable more precise targeting of disease subgroups with new therapies. Preventative or therapeutic interventions can be developed with the knowledge of how a compound acts safely in the body to target receptors and produce the desirable effect. With the completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003 and the rapid increase in sequencing and bioinformatics tools, obtaining information about a person's genome is becoming more accessible. To make use of genetic information in precision or personalised medicine, it is important to examine the roles of natural remedies in the individualization of treatment - to use as the right drug, at the correct dose, for the right person, at the right time. Integrating biomarkers, especially within clinical workflows, plays a crucial role in implementing precision medicine. Though the horizon in precision medicine looks promising, one major issue resides in the precise mapping into clearly defined medical conditions associated with biomarker identification and precedence ranking. This communication is met to provide guidelines that could improve biomarker discovery and enhance the participation and integration of novel natural compounds in the processes of implementing precision or personalized medicine.
An Automated Conversational Agent Self-Help Program: Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Foran Heather M , Kubb Christian , Mueller Janina , Poff Spencer , Ung Megan , Li Margaret , Smith Eric Michael , Akinyemi Akinniyi , Kambadur Melanie , Waller Franziska , Graf Mario , Boureau Y-Lan
Published: December 2024

Background

Health promotion and growth-based interventions can effectively improve individual well-being; however, significant gaps in access and utilization still exist.

Objective

This study aims to develop and test the effectiveness and implementation of a new, widely targeted conversational agent prevention program (Zenny) designed to enhance well-being.

Methods

A total of 1345 individuals in the United States were recruited online and randomly assigned to either (1) a self-help program intervention delivered via an automated conversational agent on WhatsApp or (2) an active control group that had access to evidence-based wellness resources available online. The primary outcomes were well-being (measured using the 5-item World Health Organization Well-being Scale), psychosocial flourishing (assessed with the Flourishing Scale), and positive psychological health (evaluated with the Mental Health Continuum-Short Form). Outcome measures were collected at baseline and again 1 month postassessment. All analyses were conducted using an intention-to-treat approach.

Results

Both groups showed significant improvements in well-being (self-help program intervention group effect size: Cohen d=0.26, P<.001; active control group effect size: d=0.24, P<.001), psychosocial flourishing (intervention: d=0.19, P<.001; active control: d=0.18, P<.001), and positive psychological health (intervention: d=0.17, P=.001; active control: d=0.24, P<.001) at postassessment. However, there were no significant differences in effectiveness between the 2 groups (P ranged from .56 to .92). As hypothesized a priori, a greater number of days spent actively engaging with the conversational agent was associated with larger improvements in well-being at postassessment among participants in the intervention group (β=.109, P=.04).

Conclusions

The findings from this study suggest that the free conversational agent wellness self-help program was as effective as evidence-based web resources. Further research should explore strategies to increase participant engagement over time, as only a portion of participants were actively involved, and higher engagement was linked to greater improvements in well-being. Long-term follow-up studies are also necessary to assess whether these effects remain stable over time.

Trial Registration

ClinicalTrials.gov NCT06208566; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT06208566; OSF Registries osf.io/ahe2r; https://doi.org/10.17605/osf.io/ahe2r
Rancang Bangun dan Sosialisasi Alat Perontok Jagung untuk Meningkatkan Efisiensi Pemipilan Pasca Panen Jagung serta Mendukung Pertanian Berkelanjutan di Kismantoro, Kabupaten Wonogiri
Authors: Purwanta  , Pulung Dwi Swastanto
Published: December 2024

Kecamatan Kismantoro terletak di Kabupaten Wonogiri, Jawa Tengah memiliki iklim tropis dan topografi dataran tinggi yang mendukung sektor pertanian. Kondisi tersebut menciptakan lingkungan ideal untuk kegiatan pertanian dengan curah hujan yang cukup dan suhu yang stabil. Petani di Kismantoro memanfaatkan kondisi alam untuk bercocok tanam, sehingga menghasilkan berbagai jenis tanaman pangan, holtikultura dan komoditas pertanian lainnya. Dominasi lahan pertanian menjadi ciri khas kehidupan masyarakat dan ekonomi lokal di Kismantoro. Setiap tahun di wilayah ini mengalami tiga kali masa panen, yaitu dua kali masa panen padi dan satu kali masa panen jagung atau kedelai. Dalam rangka mengoptimalkan pengelolaan hasil pertanian di Desa Lemahbang, Tim KKN-PPM UGM melakukan program kerja berupa pembuatan alat perontok jagung untuk kelompok tani di Desa Lemahbang. Tujuan program ini adalah membantu petani dalam mempercepat proses pemisahan antara biji jagung dengan bonggol (jangle) yang sebelumnya masih manual menggunakan tangan, serta memperkenalkan pengembangan teknologi tepat guna untuk mendukung pertanain berkelanjutan di Kecamatan Kismantoro. Metode yang digunakan dalam pengambilan data kegiatan ini, yaitu observasi, wawancara, studi literatur dan pencatatan. Selain itu, pengambilan sampel dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode purposive sampling dan teknik analisis data dilakukan dengan mixed methods research (kuantitatif dan kualitatif). Selain pembuatan alat, program ini juga melibatkan sosialisasi dan bimbingan teknis tentang penggunaan dan perawatan alat perontok jagung, serta pengenalan teknologi pertanian lainnya kepada kelompok tani. Hasil program kerja menunjukkan bahwa alat perontok jagung yang dirancang dapat memipil jagung dari bonggolnya dengan tingkat keberhasilan 99,33% dengan kapasitas ± 42 kg setiap jam. Pada sesi sosialiasi alat dihadiri oleh 20 anggota kelompok tani dan menyatakan alat tersebut sangat membantu dalam menghemat waktu dan tenaga kerja.
Upaya Deteksi Permasalahan Kesehatan Mental Siswa di SMPN 2 Kismantoro dengan Alat Skrining Perilaku Strength and Difficulties Questionnaire
Authors: Purwanta  , Salsabila Firdausi Sudiro  , Virginia Koeswardani Hemalia Happy
Published: December 2024

Isu kesehatan mental menjadi masalah yang serius di kecamatan Kismantoro. Kondisi tersebut diperparah dengan kurangnya literasi kesehatan mental, terbatasnya pengetahuan untuk deteksi dini masalah kesehatan mental, keterbatasan ekonomi masyarakat, dan kurang tersedianya fasilitas kesehatan mental. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengenalkan upaya deteksi dini kondisi kesehatan mental siswa dengan menggunakan alat skrining perilaku Strength and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ). Di Kecamatan Kismantoro, kurangnya literasi kesehatan mental dan fasilitas pendukung memperbesar risiko siswa mengalami gangguan yang tidak terdeteksi. Penggunaan SDQ sebagai alat skrining dapat menjadi langkah awal dalam meningkatkan kesejahteraan psikologis siswa. SDQ digunakan untuk mengevaluasi gejala emosional, masalah perilaku, hiperaktif, masalah hubungan dengan teman sebaya, dan perilaku prososial pada anak dan remaja. Penelitian dilakukan melalui pengambilan data dengan observasi, penyusunan kuesioner, pelaksanaan program, skoring, analisis hasil pengisian, dan pelaporan hasil. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan sebagian besar siswa memiliki tingkat kesehatan mental yang baik, namun sejumlah siswa membutuhkan perhatian lebih lanjut dan pemantauan intensif untuk mencegah perkembangan masalah kesehatan mental yang lebih serius. Kendala dalam mengakses fasilitas kesehatan mental, faktor ekonomi, dan literasi kesehatan mental yang rendah menjadi faktor risiko yang perlu diperhatikan. Hasil dari penelitian ini dapat menjadi dasar untuk mengembangkan program-program preventif yang lebih efektif dalam meningkatkan kesadaran kesehatan mental di kalangan siswa.
Optimalisasi Budidaya Perikanan Berkelanjutan Melalui Integrasi Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) dan Pengembangan Pakan Tepung Maggot di Desa Sumberharjo, Kecamatan Prambanan, Kabupaten Sleman
Authors: Tarigan Abraham Renjaro , Pertiwi Mahardika Bella Pertiwi , Ramadhana M. Riski , Desy Putri Handayani
Published: December 2024

Kerentanan sektor budidaya perikanan terhadap perubahan iklim maupun faktor lingkungan lain, memaksa industri perikanan budidaya untuk beradaptasi dan mengadopsi teknologi baru. Faktor-faktor tersebut dapat diminimalisir melalui Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) yang memiliki tingkat ketergantungan 90–99% lebih rendah terhadap air dibandingkan budidaya konvensional. Masalah lain yang ditemui pada sektor perikanan budidaya adalah melonjaknya biaya produksi akibat tingginya harga pakan ikan. Maggot memiliki kandungan protein tinggi yang esensial bagi pertumbuhan ikan, sehingga dapat digunakan sebagai pakan alami dengan biaya yang lebih terjangkau. Keterbatasan pasokan air di Desa Sumberharjo menjadi penghambat dalam pengembangan perikanan budidaya. Permasalahan tersebut dapat diselesaikan dengan memanfaatkan teknologi RAS untuk mengatasi keterbatasan air serta pengembangan pakan alternatif berbasis maggot untuk meningkatkan produktivitas dan menekan biaya produksi budidaya ikan. Metode yang digunakan pada penelitian dan pengabdian ini adalah melalui survei dan observasi lapangan, sosialisasi program, pengisian kuesioner, pembentukan kelompok masyarakat, serta pelatihan dan pendampingan masyarakat Desa Sumberharjo. Penelitian dan pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk menyelesaikan permasalahan terkait pengembangan budidaya perikanan di Desa Sumberharjo melalui penerapan teknologi RAS serta pengembangan pakan alami berbasis maggot.
Meningkatkan Potensi, Minat, dan Self-Awareness Siswa SMA Memasuki Perguruan Tinggi Melalui Program Faculty Fair KKN-PPM UGM
Authors: Cahyo Wulandari  , Heni Prasetyaningrum  , Salma Salsabila Firdausa
Published: December 2024

Mengenali minat dan potensi diri terkadang masih menjadi hal yang sulit bagi sebagian remaja. Mereka akan banyak melakukan eksplorasi untuk mengetahui minat dan potensi mereka. Akan tetapi, masih banyak dari mereka yang kesulitan dalam menjalani prosesnya, termasuk pada remaja yang ingin melanjutkan ke jenjang pendidikan tinggi. Kebingungan dalam memilih program studi, kurangnya informasi terkait kehidupan perkuliahan serta macam-macam beasiswa yang ditawarkan merupakan masalah yang seringkali mereka alami. Untuk memfasilitasi kebutuhan tersebut, maka dilaksanakan serangkaian kegiatan pengenalan berbagai program studi yang ada di Universitas Gadjah Mada melalui program faculty fair KKN-PPM UGM. Kegiatan ini diharapkan dapat membantu siswa dalam meningkatkan minat dan self-awareness untuk mempersiapkan diri memasuki jenjang pendidikan tinggi. Metode pelaksanaan kegiatan ini adalah wawancara, sosialisasi menggunakan Johari Window dan SWOT serta sosialisasi melalui faculty fair yang dilaksanakan di SMAN 1 Wedung, Kecamatan Wedung, Kabupaten Demak, Jawa Tengah. Selain sosialisasi, para siswa juga diberikan kuesioner pre-test dan post-test untuk mengetahui kondisi sebelum dan setelah diadakan kegiatan. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif deskriptif dengan membandingkan jawaban kuesioner tersebut untuk mengetahui dampak kegiatan yang telah dilakukan. Hasil kegiatan ini menunjukkan peningkatan persentase jawaban ‘setuju’ dan ‘sangat setuju’ pada pertanyaan pre-test dan post-test sebesar 14% pada aspek pemahaman terkait program studi dan 23% terkait jalur masuk perguruan tinggi, peningkatan 36% terkait kehidupan perkuliahan, 24% terkait beasiswa yang tersedia di perguruan tinggi, peningkatan 7% pada rencana setelah lulus sekolah dan 30% pada gambaran terkait masa depan. Oleh karena itu, dapat disimpulkan bahwa program ini mampu meningkatkan pemahaman siswa terkait rencana masa depan, pengetahuan dan minat mereka untuk melanjutkan pendidikan ke jenjang yang lebih tinggi.
Inisiatif Awal Penggalian Potensi Wisata Minat Khusus Health and Wellness Tourism di Kawasan Ekowisata Kalurahan Terbah, Kabupaten Gunungkidul
Authors: Putri Rahmadyani Condroasih  , Arma Zalfa Nadifah  , Muhamad
Published: December 2024

Kalurahan Terbah merupakan kawasan desa dengan bentang alam yang beragam dan masih asri. Salah satu potensi destinasi wisata yang dimiliki adalah Goa Selotumpang. Daya tarik lingkungan dan sumber daya alam di daerah ini berpotensi dikembangkan menjadi kawasan ekowisata. Wisata minat khusus Health and Wellness Tourism yang sedang tren di masyarakat merupakan salah satu jenis wisata yang potensial yang mendasari perancangan pengembangan potensi wisata minat khusus Health and Wellness Tourism di Kalurahan Terbah, dengan fokus utama pada rencana pengembangan wisata forest bathing. Kegiatan pengambilan data dilakukan oleh tim Kuliah Kerja Nyata Pembelajaran Pemberdayaan Masyarakat (KKN-PPM) Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) unit YO-081 di Dusun Pudak, Kalurahan Terbah pada bulan April hingga Mei 2024. Metode yang digunakan terdiri dari studi literatur, wawancara, observasi, serta diseminasi kepada pihak Kalurahan Terbah. Hasil pengambilan data meliputi kajian potensi ekowisata Kalurahan Terbah yang meliputi bentang alam Kalurahan Terbah dan peta potensi wilayah. Proses pengambilan data juga menghasilkan rancangan pengembangan wisata Health and Wellness Tourism yang kemudian disusun dalam bentuk makalah untuk didiseminasikan terhadap pihak Kalurahan Terbah. Melalui diseminasi program yang dilakukan, pihak Kalurahan Terbah menerima rekomendasi yang dapat digunakan sebagai pertimbangan pembuatan kebijakan terkait pengelolaan potensi wisata di masa mendatang. Berdasarkan analisis yang telah dilakukan, Kalurahan Terbah memiliki potensi dan daya tarik alam yang asri, sehingga mengembangkan potensi wisata di Kalurahan Terbah diharapkan dapat meningkatkan ekonomi masyarakat di masa depan. Saran yang diberikan meliputi pembentukan kelompok sadar wisata (Pokdarwis) Health and Wellness Tourism, pelatihan Usaha Mikro, Kecil, dan Menengah (UMKM) dan kelompok masyarakat, penyiapan diversifikasi produk wisata melalui produk air minum BUMKal Giri Puspita, serta pembuatan fasilitas penunjang wisata untuk mewujudkan Health and Wellness Tourism di Kalurahan Terbah.
Perancangan dan Penerapan Instalasi Permanen Air Hujan (IPAH) Sebagai Alternatif Pengelolaan Sumber Daya Air di Desa Jetak, Kecamatan Tulakan, Kabupaten Pacitan, Jawa Timur
Authors: Ardhya Nareswari  , Muhammad Dhafa Putra Bahagia  , Naufal Daffa Herlianto  , Bayu Wiranata
Published: December 2024

Air tanah merupakan air hujan yang melewati proses infiltrasi dan mengendap di bawah permukaan tanah. Kemampuan infiltrasi tanah mulai berkurang dikarenakan adanya sistem drainase yang kurang baik serta adanya perubahan tutupan lahan pada suatu wilayah. Penerapan Instalasi Pemanen Air Hujan (IPAH) menjadi salah satu alternatif dalam menyelesaikan permasalahan kekeringan yang terjadi pada lokasi pengabdian. Pengabdian ini dilaksanakan untuk mengetahui permasalahan kekeringan serta memberikan solusi terkait permasalahan tersebut. Analisis data dilakukan secara kualitatif untuk mempelajari permasalahan yang ada dan memberikan solusi atas permasalahan yang dihadapi. Lokasi pengabdian dilaksanakan pada Desa Jetak, Kecamatan Tulakan, Kabupaten Pacitan, Provinsi Jawa Timur. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, didapatkan bahwa penerapan sistem eco-drainase dapat menjadi solusi kekeringan dan permasalahan lain yang terjadi pada Desa Jetak. Sistem eco-drainase dinilai lebih baik dibandingkan dengan sistem konvensional dengan pemanfaatan kembali air hujan. Instalasi Pemanen Air Hujan dapat dijadikan bahan pertimbangan bagi pemerintah desa dengan instalasi pada masing-masing dusun secara perlahan. Tingkat keberlanjutan program ini adalah perencanaan instalasi pada titik lainnya dan menjadi percontohan bagi daerah lainnya.
The Contribution of Human Resource Management in Health Service Innovation: A Case Study of Sekou-Toure Regional Hospital, Mwanza, Tanzania
Authors: Mwamlenga Novelle J. , Gwaltu Paul , Marwa Zinaida
Published: December 2024

Human Resource Management (HRM) plays a greater role in driving health service innovation by creating an environment where healthcare professionals are motivated and equipped to implement new ideas. This study examines how specific HRM practices compensation, job security, and labour relations contribute to raise innovation at Sekou-Toure Regional Hospital in Nyamagana District, Mwanza, Tanzania. It addresses the gap in understanding how HRM can support innovation, particularly in resource-constrained healthcare settings, by exploring the influence of these factors on healthcare professionals’ readiness and ability to engage in innovative practices. A mixed-methods approach was used, involving both quantitative and qualitative data collection. Quantitative data were gathered through structured questionnaires from 225 healthcare professionals and management staff, while qualitative insights were derived from in-depth interviews with key hospital administrators. The findings reveal a significant positive relationship between fair compensation and health service innovation, with a Pearson correlation of 0.525, demonstrating that adequate compensation enhances healthcare workers’ commitment to innovative efforts. Job security also contributes, with a beta coefficient of 0.250, highlighting the importance of stable employment in raising a supportive environment for new ideas. Labour relations, with a Pearson correlation of 0.498, underline the value of fair working conditions and employee involvement in decision-making, both of which empower healthcare professionals to act as agents of change. HRM practices such as fair compensation, job security, and inclusive labour relations play a greater role in promoting health service innovation. To enhance this contribution, it is recommended that the hospital review its compensation policies, ensure stable employment, and continue fostering inclusive decision-making and fair labor practices. This will create a more supportive environment for continuous innovation and improved healthcare delivery.
Designing a Sustainable Cafe Library Interior Using Textile Waste Materials and Innovative Resin Tiles
Authors: Jhariya Pallavi , Nigam Shucheta
Published: December 2024

Abstract: The increasing demand for sustainability in interior design has fueled the quest for new materials and creative
solutions. This study looks into the use of textile waste in cafe library interior design, with an emphasis on comfy furniture,
useful decor, and unusual partition pieces. This study's original contribution is the fabrication of ornamental tiles manufactured
from textile waste and sustainable resin, a material combination that has not previously been used in interior design. The
process entails conducting surveys from three perspectives: customers, cafe library proprietors, and interior designers, to assess
the proposals' practical practicality and reception. This article provides a thorough framework for incorporating textile waste
into the emerging narrative of eco-friendly interior design by combining creative design principles and sustainability aims.
A Biography That Humanizes its Subject: An Analysis of The Biography of Historian Onghokham
Authors: Nugraha Iskandar
Published: December 2024

A Biography That Humanizes its Subject: An Analysis of The Biography of Historian Onghokham
CAMINHOS NORTEADORES DE UMA PRÁTICA DE EXTENSÃO
Authors: De Fátima Pereira Alberto Maria , Antônio de Pontes Costa Eduardo
Published: December 2024

O presente artigo tem como objetivo relatar as atividades de extensão desenvolvidas junto ao PROCEP (Projeto Comunitário de Educação Popular), mais precisamente na região do Brejo Paraibano. Além disso, pretende-se, neste trabalho, resgatar a trajetória dessa assessoria e realizar uma análise dessas atividades frente à questão da articulação do ensino, pesquisa e extensão.
OFICINA DE ARTE DA CASA PEQUENO DAVI
Authors: Marques Carvalho Lívia , Mousinho Magalhães Maria Helena
Published: December 2024

Este trabalho analisa uma prática educativa que utiliza a arte como meio de promover o desenvolvimento pessoal e social de crianças e adolescentes que frequentam a Casa Pequeno Davi. Trata-se de uma instituição não governamental localizada no Baixo Róger, um dos bairros da periferia da cidade de João Pessoa, conhecido por ser o local onde o "lixão" da cidade é depositado. Discute a importância dessa abordagem como caminho para a construção da autoestima positiva e para o desenvolvimento do potencial criativo e intelectual das crianças e jovens que frequentam esta oficina. Evidencia o papel da arte na construção da cidadania
USO DE ENERGIA SOLAR NA PRODUÇÃO DE ELETRICIDADE PARA IRRIGAÇÃO DE ÁREAS DE AGRICULTURA FAMILIAR
Authors: Gomes Kelly Cristiane , Ernesto da Silva Zaqueu , Da silva Neto José Felix , Fernandes dos Santos Roseilton , Santos de Deus Alex , Felipe do Nascimento Jéssica , Ramos Barbosa Rafaela
Published: December 2024

O Projeto ‘Uso de Energia Solar na Produção de Eletricidade para Irrigação de Áreas de Agricultura Familiar: Fase II’, trata da continuação da ação de extensão iniciada em 2014, cujo objetivo é o uso de fontes renováveis de energia solar fotovoltaica, como meio de suprir a demanda de energia elétrica utilizada na irrigação do plantio de culturas de subsistência. Nesta ação de extensão são abordados o uso de painéis fotovoltaicos, avaliação da eficiência da irrigação com este método de energia e o sistema de irrigação via aspersores, caracterização do solo, caracterização da água  utilizada e os impactos advindos das culturas, bem como os impactos na região trabalhada. A importância e justificativa  da continuidade  do projeto se dá devido à agricultura familiar desempenhar um importante papel na economia e sociedade  brasileira. No entanto, a produção familiar somente é viável e rentável desde que se adotem tecnologias de forma racional e organizada de maneira que seus produtos possam competir com os dos grandes produtores. Desta forma, a continuidade do projeto se torna uma importante ferramenta para redução dos custos do processo de produção  dos pequenos agricultores,visto se tratar de uma forma  de energia barata e de fonte perene. O objetivo principal desta ação de extensão é apresentar à população de vários Municípios a possibilidade de uso da energia solar de fonte renovável. Como resultados desta ação espera-se o empoderamento e difusão desses conhecimentos e da tecnologia adotada pela comunidade de forma continuada, bem como uma avaliação do impacto causado pela ação de extensão e sua disseminação.
Corporate governance and banking performance in the Middle East and North Africa region: An implication for the board of directors
Authors: Mohammed Amjed Ahmed , Ab Rahim Rossazana , Ahmad Tarmizi Nur Farrahanie binti , Darkwah Kwaku Frimpong
Published: December 2024

In regions susceptible to external economic shocks, such as the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), corporate governance plays a pivotal role in maintaining financial system resilience. Despite facing significant economic challenges over the past 15 years, including oil price fluctuations and global financial crises, certain MENA states have achieved economic prosperity through effective policies. The United Arab Emirates (UAE), with its stable political and economic environment, stands out as a diverse and growing economy. However, many MENA nations lack adherence to established corporate governance standards. While the 2016 MENA-OECD Ministerial Conference endorsed corporate governance measures, their impact on state-owned enterprises and financial institutions remains under evaluation. This paper investigates the performance and corporate governance practices of UAE and MENA banks, with a focus on determining if UAE banks exhibit superior governance compared to their regional counterparts. Key areas of inquiry include ownership structures, accountability mechanisms, and reporting practices, analyzed through various theoretical lenses. Utilizing static panel regression techniques, the study assesses data from UAE and MENA banks, highlighting the significance of corporate governance in differentiating bank performance. The findings underscore the positive impact of corporate governance on UAE banks’ Tobin’s Q, contributing to a nuanced understanding of corporate governance dynamics in the MENA region and facilitating informed policy decisions for economic stability.
Effectiveness of government intervention in the private sector: Policy implications for legislators
Authors: Bayai Innocent , Aluko Timothy Olaniyi , Chimutanda Mecury View
Published: December 2024

Government initiatives to lessen COVID-19’s detrimental effects on the economy have yielded both successes and failures worldwide (Stiglitz, 2021; Rabhi et al., 2021). While this controversy rages, the COVID-19 pandemic offers yet another opportunity to question the effectiveness of state-sponsored relief efforts for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). To assess the efficacy of government intervention, this study uses three criteria: “timeliness”, “targeting”, and “adequacy”. It uses the Botswana COVID-19 Relief Fund for SMEs as a case study. The study used a survey approach bolstered by in-depth interviews as its primary method of data collection. According to the thematic analysis, the intervention’s incomplete effectiveness was caused by application procedures that took too long, poor communication, a delayed start date, and a short intervention duration. The effectiveness of the intervention was diminished by poor targeting in light of corruption, gender inequality, and inadequate stakeholder consultation. For the purpose of improving both the intervention tools and the techniques, legislators must implement sufficient policy consultation. Eliminating corruption from the management and administration of interventions exterminates undeserving beneficiaries. Additionally, to improve targeting, the government needs to expand the scope of intervention tactics.
A Randomized Trial Comparing Inhaled Insulin Plus Basal Insulin Versus Usual Care in Adults with Type 1 Diabetes
Authors: B. Hirsch Irl , W. Beck Roy , C. Marak Martin , Kudva Yogish , K Akturk Halis , Bhargava Anuj , Codorniz Kevin , Diner Jamie , Aleppo Grazia , Blevins Thomas , J. Levy Carol , Raskin Philip , Castorino Kristin , Manessis Anastasios , Pickering David , W. Steenkamp Devin , S. Weinstock Ruth , W Bode Bruce , Hamdy Osama , T Nguyen Quang , Kipnes Mark , J. Ruedy Katrina , Desjardins Donna , Haider Zehra , Jacobson Christopher , Lee Scott , B. Buse John , Rachel Klein Klara , O’Malley Grenye , Mei Church Mei , Mottalib Adham , D Baran Jesica , Kurek Corey , Rizvi Shafaq , Donahue Cassandra , Tamarez Denisa , Atakov Castillo Astrid , Borgman Sarah , Frey Sarah , Calhoun Peter
Published: December 2024

Objective: To evaluate a regimen of inhaled technosphere insulin (TI) plus insulin degludec in adults with type 1 diabetes, who prestudy were predominately using either an automated insulin delivery system (AID) or multiple daily insulin injections (MDI) with continuous glucose monitoring (CGM).

Research Design and Methods: At 19 sites, adults with type 1 diabetes were randomly assigned to TI plus insulin degludec (TI group, N=62) or usual care with continuation of pre-study insulin delivery method (UC group, N=61) for 17 weeks.

Results: Prestudy, AID was being used by 48% and MDI by 45%. Mean HbA1c was 7.57±0.97% at baseline and 7.62±1.06% at 17 weeks in the TI group and 7.59±0.80% and 7.54±0.77%, respectively, in the UC group (adjusted difference = 0.11%, 95% CI -0.10 to 0.33, p-value for non-inferiority = 0.01). HbA1c improved from baseline to 17 weeks by >0.5% (5.5mmol/mol) in 12 (21%) in the TI group and in 3 (5%) in the UC group and worsened by >0.5% (5.5mmol/mol) in 15 (26%) in the TI group and in 2 (3%) in the UC group. The most common TI side effect was a brief cough; 8 participants discontinued TI due to side effects.

Conclusions: In adults with type 1 diabetes, HbA1c after 17 weeks with a regimen of TI and degludec was non-inferior to usual care, which consisted predominately of either AID or MDI. TI should be considered an option for people with type 1 diabetes, particularly those who are motivated to further reduce post-prandial hyperglycemia.