bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Validation of the attitudinal scale of open educational practices in university teachers
Authors: Canchola Antonio , Cortes-Pena Omar Fernando , Laborda Jesus Garcia , Robles Jeannette Valencia
Published: September 2021

The relevance of Open Educational Resources (OER) in the Latin American university context requires an instrument that measures the conceptual, procedural, and attitudinal aspects that teachers consider having in their open educational practices. The purpose of this research is to describe the process of design and validation of the Attitudinal Scale of Open Educational Practices (ASOEP) Scale. Consequently, the methodological approach corresponds to a descriptive, transectional, instrumental design that has three components: scale design, evaluation by expert judgment and validation with the pilot application. The pilot test was applied to a random sample with 123 teachers at a university in Colombia. The results from the validation of the content had the participation of five international experts who were classified according to coefficient K in the range between (k: .80 and k: 1.00). From the pilot application, the ASOEP Scale presented a general reliability of (α: .943).

 

Keywords: Open Educational Practices, Open Educational Resources, Open Education, University teaching, Attitudinal scale
Impact of COVID-19 lockdown on children with developmental disabilities and their parents
Authors: Folostina Ruxandra , Iacob Claudia I.
Published: September 2021

Purpose of the article: This study explores the impact of the lockdown imposed during the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic on the lives of children with developmental disabilities (DD) and the emotional experiences of their parents. Methods: A total of 81 Romanian parents (90% mothers, Mage = 39.3, SDage = 8.50) of children with DD participated in this cross-sectional study. Information regarding changes in lifestyle, health conditions, and psychosocial reactions of their children during the lockdown as well as measures adopted for compliance to preventive strategies and in dealing with emotions, was gathered. Results: The results of the study revealed that most of the children had restricted access to leisure activities, family doctor consultations, were less active physically, got fewer opportunities to socialise with their peers, had restricted access to rehabilitation therapies, and specialised medical services. Compliance with COVID-19 preventive measures is challenging for children with DD. Results also provided evidence of parents’ emotional distress and negative changes in the lives of children with DD, the inability to adopt COVID-19 appropriate behaviour, and negative emotional states experienced by their parents. Conclusions and recommendations:The results highlight the need for authorities and specialists to plan and implement appropriate intervention procedures, to address the outlined issues, to meet the challenges brought forth by the ongoing crisis.

 

 

Keywords: COVID-19; developmental disabilities; parents of children with disabilities
The effect of psychological stress on academic achievement among siblings of autistic children spectrum disorder
Authors: Athbah Saad Yahya
Published: September 2021

The current study aims to identify the impact of psychological stress among siblings of autistic children on their academic achievement, as well as identifying differences in the level of their academic achievement according to the variables of the normal brother: gender, age, educational level, and the variables of the autistic siblings: gender and age of autistic children in Jeddah. The quantitative approach was followed, depending on the questionnaire. The results revealed that the level of psychological stress and academic achievement were moderate. The results also showed that there were no significant differences due to the variable gender of the respondent, the gender of the autistic child, the age of the autistic children, the educational level, and the age of the sibling in relation to academic achievement. The results also showed that no relationship between psychological stress and academic achievement.

 

Keywords: psychological stress, academic achievement, siblings, autism spectrum disorder
Planeación participativa, dialógica y estratégica. Elementos metodológicos para la formulación de un Plan de Desarrollo Institucional
Authors: Molano Camargo Milton , Ospina Cruz Juan Andrés
Published: September 2021

Este artículo expone los momentos centrales del proceso de construcción del Plan Institucional de Desarrollo (PID) 2021-2026, con el firme propósito de nutrir la memoria histórica de la universidad y compartir elementos relevantes de su formulación con la comunidad universitaria lasallista y nuestros aliados estratégicos. Para ello, este artículo inicia con una breve introducción, seguido del contexto de la planeación en la institución; posteriormente, se hace un recuento de lo que ha sido el proceso de formulación desde su metodología hasta sus resultados. Finalmente, se comparten algunas reflexiones de cara a su implementación
Internacionalización para la transformación social y productiva del país
Authors: Gutiérrez Mengual Libardo Andrés
Published: September 2021

El Plan Institucional de Desarrollo (PID) 2021-2026 se concibió en un momento histórico para la humanidad, lo cual permitió realizar un ejercicio de prospectiva en un entorno cambiante, en el que se involucra a una gran cantidad de actores internos y externos para lograr una hoja de ruta que permita consolidar la misión educativa lasallista. La visión y el fortalecimiento de la internacionalización en la Universidad de La Salle ha sido el resultado de un proceso evolutivo de los últimos años que, ante los nuevos acontecimientos y objetivos para el próximo sexenio, plantea la necesidad de una implementación más incluyente, que jalone una ejecución más homogénea y permita transferir sus beneficios a la comunidad. Este artículo recoge varios de los objetivos y metas que se han trazado en el nuevo PID; además, resalta la transversalidad de la internacionalización y la necesidad de abordar los retos globales con una mirada más holística, destacando las particularidades del lasallismo para así contribuir a la transformación social y productiva del país.
Analisis Kebutuhan Pemustaka Melalui Metode Request Book di Perpustakaan SMAN Sumatera Selatan
Authors: Lia Nurlia , Syawaluddin Muhammad , Yanto Yanto
Published: September 2021

Penelitian ini meneliti mengenai kebutuhan pemustaka melalui Metode Request Book di Perpustakaan SMAN Sumatera Selatan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mendeskripsikan kegiatan analisis kebutuhan pemustaka melalui metode Request Book, mendeskripsikan penerapan Request Book, dan mengetahui proses pelaksanaan seleksi bahan pustaka di perpustakaan sekolah. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif dengan pendekatan kualitatif. Data didapatkan dari hasil wawancara dengan 10 informan, observasi, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa metode Request Book diterapkan untuk memudahkan pustakawan dalam melakukan analisis kebutuhan pemustaka yang bertujuan untuk mengetahui kebutuhan dan keinginan siswa akan koleksi yang tersedia di perpustakaan. Dari hasil request dapat diidentifikasi bahwa siswa membutuhkan buku penunjang pembelajaran dan buku fiksi. Dengan diterapkannya metode ini dapat meningkatkan peminjaman buku sehingga sehingga minat baca siswa juga dapat meningkat. Proses pemanfaatannya yaitu dimulai dari perpustakaan yang membuat pengumuman, siswa menulis judul buku di kertas, lipat kertas lalu masukkan ke Library Suggestion Box, pustakawan mendata judul buku, lalu diseleksi dan dibuat daftar pembelian buku. Penyeleksian dilakukan berdasarkan enam kriteria yaitu pengarang, judul yang disesuaikan dengan kurikulum sekolah, harga, penerbit, tahun terbit, dan buku best seller. Alat bantu seleksi yang digunakan yaitu tinjauan/review dan resensi buku yang didapatkan dari internet.
Evaluation of Porridge Made from Composite Flour of Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potato and Enset (Bulla) Flours
Authors: Haile Abebe , Geribo Martha , Kinfe Esayas
Published: September 2021

Bulla is the water insoluble starchy product which is separated from Kocho during the decortications process of Enset. However, this extract lacks pro-vitamin A. This study enriched the Bulla with Orange-fleshed Sweet Potato (OFSP) a plant with high levels of β-carotene that can be useful for combating vitamin A deficiency. The porridge was made of composite flours of bulla blended with 30, 35, 40 and 45% OFSP flours were investigated for proximate composition, β-carotene, functional property and sensory acceptability of products using standard methods. The data were analyzed using SAS 1.9 Software. The composite flours percentage moisture, crude (fiber, protein, fat), ash, carbohydrate, gross energy, β-carotene, pH, bulk density and water absorption capacity were found to be in the range of 29.54 to 40.25, (1.66 to 2.05, 2.11 to 2.55, 0.55 to 0.71), 1.76 to 2.11, 53.86 to 63.31, 227.49 to 268.11 Kcal/100 g, 386.68 to 558.05 μg/100 g, 4.46 to 5.71, 0.58 to 0.80 and 1.70 to 4.87 ml/g, respectively. While, the composite flours porridge percentage moisture, crude fiber, ash, crude protein, crude fat, carbohydrate, gross energy, β-carotene, pH and viscosity content found to be in the range from 43.42 to 58.03, 1.32 to 1.79, 2.39 to 2.78, 2.01 to 2.31, 0.71 to 0.82, 35.21 to 48.63, 155 to 211.11 Kcal/100 g, 201.46 to 301.50 μg/100 g, 5.71 to 5.82 and 515 to 728 cps, respectively. The porridge OB4PM2 (45% OFSP and 55% Bulla) was most preferred due to its color, odor, flavor and overall acceptability with panelist scored value of 4.28, 4.33, 4.39 and 4.45, respectively. Moreover, OB4PM2 porridge was found to be good source of ash, energy and β-carotene content.
Effect of High Fat Diet on Body Weight, Visceral Fat Weight, and PPARG Expressions on Visceral Fat in Mice
Authors: Melyana Cantika Putri , Mudjanarko Sony Wibisono , Herawati Lilik , Al-Arif Mohammad Anam , Rejeki Purwo Sri
Published: September 2021

Obesity becomes a global epidemic nowadays. The high-fat diet is used as an alternative therapy for obesity. The optimal composition of a high-fat diet to reduce body weight is still unknown. This study aimed to determine which components of a high-fat diet can decrease body weight, visceral fat, and PPARG expression of visceral fat. This study was conducted at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, for three months by using a randomized post-test only control group design. Fifty male mice, 2-3 months old, 18-30 grams were adapted for one week given standard diet AIN93-M, then mice were divided into five groups, namely K1 (control group, 12% fat, 20% protein, 62% carbs); K2 (30% fat, 60% proteins, 0% carbs); K3 (45% fat, 45% protein, 0% carbs);  K4 (60% fat, 30% protein, 0% carbs); and K5 (75% fat, 15% protein, 0% carbs). Bodyweight was measured before and after treatment, then the visceral fat and PPARG expressions were evaluated. Statistical comparisons were performed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software. After treatment, there were forty-three mice. The body weight and visceral fat weight of the mice with a high-fat diet were decreased. The most significant changes in body weight were in K4 with -9,60 ± 3,806 grams reduction. The bodyweight of mice in K5, slightly increased than K2-K4. This could be caused by the hormesis phenomenon. PPARG expressions decreased in groups with a high-fat diet but increased in K5. The composition of a high-fat diet in group K4 was the most optimal to decrease the body weight, visceral fat, and PPARG expressions in mice
Difference of Heat Shock Protein 70 Serum Level Between Primary Angle Closure Glaucoma and Open Angle Glaucoma Patients: Indonesia Single Center Experience
Authors: Zuhri Mohamad Nurdin , Nurwasis Nurwasis , Retnowati Endang , Purnomo Windhu
Published: September 2021

This study aimed to analyze the differences in Hsp 70 serum levels in patients with primary angle-closure compared to patients with open-angle glaucoma at Dr. Soetomo General Academic Hospital, Surabaya, East Java. This cross-sectional study was conducted on 41 subjects divided into 2 groups consisting of 21 patients with primary angle-closure glaucoma and 20 patients with open-angle glaucoma. Anterior segment examination was assessed by slit-lamp biomicroscope examination. Intraocular pressure on both eyes was measured by Perkin’s tonometry. Posterior segment examination was performed with 78 D lens and anterior chamber angle was assessed by goniolens. The serum level of Hsp 70 was assessed using a human Hsp 70 sandwich ELISA kit. The data were statistically analyzed with the Mann-Whitney test. The mean serum levels of Hsp 70 in the primary angle-closure group was 5.55  4.75 ng/ml, while the open-angle group was 3.62  2.39 ng/ml (p = 0.134). There was no difference in Hsp 70 serum levels between the two groups, although the trend obtained serum levels of Hsp 70 patients with primary angle-closure was higher compared to patients with open-angle.
Skeletal-Related Events (SRE) in Prostate Cancer: A Report of Two Cases
Authors: Diatmika Anak Agung Ngurah Oka , Hardjowijoto Sunaryo
Published: September 2021

A skeletal-related event (SRE) is an event occurring due to bone metastasis in prostate cancer. SREs are usually marked by pain, pathological fractures, spinal cord compression, hypercalcemia, or bone metastasis requiring radiotherapy or operation. Case I: A 64-year-old male was diagnosed with a pathological fracture of the left femur. Thoracal CT scan showed osteoblastic lesions in the thoracal vertebrae, sternum, clavicle, and humeral head. Spinal MRI showed destruction of the cervical to sacral vertebral bodies. The histopathological result with Adenocarcinoma Gleason scores 8 (4+4) and an initial prostate-specific antigen (PSA) level of 689,7 ng/dL. Afterward, subcapsular orchiectomy was performed. However, his PSA level was still high (>100 ng/dL) even after serum testosterone had reached a castration level. The patient died during the first chemotherapy using docetaxel. Case II: A 61-year-old male was diagnosed with inferior paraplegia and neurogenic bladder, paraparesis, urinary retention, and pain in the flank area. Spinal MRI showed a pathological compression fracture of the 8th thoracic vertebrae. Thoracal CT scan showed costal and 8th thoracal vertebrae destruction as well as multiple nodules in the lungs. Histological results with Adenocarcinoma Gleason score 9 (4+5) and an initial PSA level of 750 ng/dL. Afterward, subcapsular orchiectomy was performed. Serum testosterone reached castration level with the lowest PSA concentration of 21.6 g/dL. The patient declined chemotherapy and agreed to palliative treatment. He died one year after diagnosis. A high PSA level (>500 ng/dL) could potentially be used as a predictor for severe SRE.
Oral Health Knowledge, Attitude and Behaviour of Indonesian Dental Students in East Java Province, Indonesia
Authors: Hariyani Ninuk , Safira Wulan Ruhun Natiqoh , Rahmawati Adinda Putri , Valentina Martha Nadila , Claudia Nancy Clara , Bayu Muhammad Alwino , Prananta Arie Wahyu
Published: September 2021

Background: Oral health knowledge, attitudes and behaviors possessed by dental students become provisions in the education and promotion of oral health in the community. Purpose: This study aims to analyze the oral health knowledge, attitudes and behavior of Indonesian dental students in East Java province based on gender and educational stage. Methods: This research is a cross-sectional study using an online questionnaire distributed to dental students at five dental faculties in East Java. 169 respondents in this study completed an online HU-DBI questionnaire with a choice of answers to agree or disagree about the description of oral health knowledge, attitudes, and behavior. Results: Female students have a higher level of knowledge and oral health behavior than the opposite sex with a significance value of <0.001 and 0.05, respectively. There was a significant correlation between knowledge and attitude with a significance level of 0.030 and a correlation between knowledge and behavior with a significant number of 0.037. Conclusion: Female dental students had better oral health knowledge and behavior than male dental students. There is no relationship between the education stage and oral health knowledge, attitudes and behaviour. Further, we found positif association between oral health knowledge and attitudes towards behaviour.
Growth Performance and Nutrient Composition of Mustard Green (Brassica juncea) cultured in Aquaponics Systems and Hydroponic System
Authors: Prayogo Prayogo , Agustono Agustono , Rahardja Boedi Setya , Amin Muhamad
Published: September 2021

Aquaculture waste is rich in various nutrient contents from uneaten feed, faeces or urine including nitrogen in terms of total ammonium nitrogen (TAN) and nitrite. With the help of nitrifying bacteria, the nitrogen wastes can be converted into nitrate which is one of the main components of commercial fertilizer in agriculture. This study aimed at comparing the growth and nutrient contents (crude protein, crude fat, energy, and antioxidant) of mustard Green (Brassica juncea) cultured in different culture media (aquaculture waste which is generally known as the aquaponics system vs hydroponic system which used commercial inorganic fertilizer). The aquaponics system was prepared by previously growing Nile tilapia fingerling, Oreochromis niloticus, for ~2 weeks to reach nitrate concentration on the effluent water ~30mg/L. Mustard Green was cultured in the system for 30 days. Nutrient availability in both systems was also monitored by measuring nitrate content and total dissolved solids. The results showed that the growth, nutrient content including crude protein, crude fat, total energy, and antioxidant content of the vegetable were not significantly different between the system, p>0.05. Nutrient availability especially in terms of nitrate was also not significantly different between the culture system. These results suggest that the aquaponics system could be used to produce vegetables with the same growth and nutrient content as a vegetable grown in the aquaponics system. Furthermore, aquaculture waste can be used to replace inorganic fertilizer to grow vegetables which later contribute to the reduction of total production cost.
Morphometric Variations of Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) (Linnaeus, 1758) (Perciformes, Cichlidae) Collected from Three Rift Valley Lakes in Ethiopia
Authors: Asmamaw Berhan , Tessema Misikire
Published: September 2021

The pattern of morphometric differentiation among three populations of Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) sited in Koka, Ziway, and Langano lakes in the Ethiopian rift valley was examined. Morphometric differentiation was examined, compared and quantified by the use of twelve different body measurements in 391 specimens to generate baseline information for conservation and product improvement plans. The result revealed that comparisons of mean values of morphometric measurements in the three studied tilapia populations statistically significant differences (P<0.05). The Fulton’s condition factor (K) of Oreochromi niloticus samples collected from Lakes Koka, Ziway, and Langano was 1.48, 1.2, and 0.66, respectively. The Discriminant Function Analysis performed on seven variables led to a correct classification in 90.5 % of cases. Differences observed between samples in this study indicated that there is important morphometric variation between the studied tilapia populations. Plotting the two significant canonical discriminant functions separated the Lake Langano population from the other two.
Profile of Working-Age Patients with Keloid and Hypertrophic Scar at Dr. Soetomo General Hospital Surabaya in 2014-2017
Authors: Wardani Fania Ayu , Perdanakusuma David Sontani , Indramaya Diah Mira
Published: September 2021

Introduction: Keloid and hypertrophic scar are pathological scars resulting from excessive accumulation of collagen in wound healing process. Data about profiles of keloid and hypertrophic scar are rarely found in Indonesia. Therefore, it is necessary to conduct research related to keloid and hypertrophic scar. This study aimed to provide valuable data for further research.Methods: This was descriptive retrospective study evaluating 105 patients treated for keloid and hypertrophic scar from 2014 to 2017 using medical records of working-age patients.Results: Mostly in patients between 17-25 years old (40%). Comparison between male and female patients were 1.07:1 (keloid) and 1.09:1 (hypertrophic scar). As many as 10.71% of patients of keloid and 17.39% patients of hypertrophic scar were private employees. 23.21% patients with keloid and 23.91% patients of hypertrophic scar were Javanese. 14.29% patients of keloid and 19.57% patients of hypertrophic scar tend to have daily indoor activities. 17.86% patients of keloid and 26.09% patients of hypertrophic scar felt dark-skinned toned. Most keloid scars were caused by traumatic lesions (32.14%), located on the chest (19.54%), and treated by corticosteroid injection. Hypertrophic scar mostly caused by burn injury (54.35%), located on the face (29.55%), and treated by excision surgery.Conclusion: Both keloid and hypertrophic scars were mostly developed in 17-25 years old, male, private employees, Javanese ethnic, dark skin tone patients, with daily indoor activities, caused by traumatic lesion and located on the chest, earlobe, and hand, treated by corticosteroid injection (keloid). Meanwhile, hypertrophic scars are mostly caused by a burn injury on the face and treated by excision surgery.
Comparison of Hamstrings and Quadriceps Femoris Muscle Thickness Increment between Agonist-Antagonist Paired Set and Traditional Set Resistance Training in Untrained Healthy Subjects
Authors: Pringga Gutama Arya , Andriana R. A. Meisy , Wardhani Indrayuni Lukitra , Arfianti Lydia
Published: September 2021

Background: Resistance training is an effective way to increase muscle mass. Resistance training with agonist-antagonist paired set method can be an alternative to increase muscle mass within a relatively short training time.Aim: To compare the increase in hamstrings and quadriceps femoris muscle thickness between agonist-antagonist paired set (APS) and traditional set (TS) resistance training in untrained healthy subjects.Material and Methods: This study was an experimental study on 16 untrained healthy men which were randomly assigned to the APS and the TS group. Each group got leg curl and leg extension exercises with equal training volume for 6 weeks. For the APS group, 1 set of leg curls was followed by 1 set of leg extensions, repeated for 3 sets. For the TS group, 3 sets of leg curls were followed by 3 sets of leg extensions. Muscle thickness was compared from pre- to post-training and between the intervention groups using B-mode ultrasound.Results: Muscle thickness of the hamstrings and quadriceps femoris increased significantly from pre- to post-training in both groups (p<0.05). The increase in muscle thickness between the two groups was not significantly different (p> 0.05).Conclusion: Resistance training with the APS method did not give a higher increment of hamstrings and quadriceps femoris muscle thickness compared to the TS method in healthy untrained subjects.
Cardiovascular Responses, Physical Activity Intensity, and Enjoyment Level of Nintendo Switch™ Exergaming, Comparing Different Tempos and Playing Modes: A Pilot Study
Authors: Putra Bayu Aji Mayogya , Masduchi Reni Hendrarati , Kusumawardani Martha Kurnia
Published: September 2021

Background: Physical activity (PA) has been associated with multiple health benefits. However, the global population does not meet the PA recommendations. Virtual reality exergaming (VR EXG) can become an option to increase PA because it is fun, relatively easy to access and affordable through popular commercial devices.Aim: To investigate the immediate cardiovascular responses(blood pressure, heart rate), quantification of PA intensity(percentage of maximum heart rate (%HRmax), Borg’s rating of perceived exertion (RPE), and the level of enjoyment using visual analog scale (VAS) while playing VR EXG.Material and Methods: Fifteen healthy men (aged 31.87±3.14 years old, body mass index 23.77±2.47 kg/m2) undergone three“Fitness Boxing” Nintendo Switch™ playing modes in the same order: (1) single player-normal tempo, (2) single player-fast tempo and (3) versus. During playing, participant’s HR was monitored using Polar H10 heart rate sensor. Blood pressure was measured before and after playing. Borg’s RPE and VAS were collected after playing.Results: Our results showed significant heart rate and systolic blood pressure increase (p = 0.001) in all three playing conditions, whereas diastolic blood pressure was relatively constant (p > 0.05). The Borg’s RPE were in 12-13 range (moderate) and %HRmax range between 72- 81% (vigorous). The enjoyment level was found greatest in versus mode compared to other playing modes.Conclusion: VR EXG Nintendo Switch™ “Fitness Boxing” can elicit immediate cardiovascular responses and provides an enjoyable moderate to vigorous PA intensity in healthy male adults, and can be used to meet the weekly PA recommendations.
A Procustes's Procedure for Obtaining Divergences
Authors: Riveaud Leonardo , Diego Mateos , Lamberti Pedro Walter
Published: September 2021

Divergences have become a very useful tool for measuring similarity (or dissimilarity) between probability distributions. Depending on the field of application a more appropriate measure may be necessary. In this paper we introduce a family of divergences we call gamma-divergences. They are based on the convexity property of the functions that generate them. We demonstrate that these divergences verify all the usually required properties, and we extend them to weighted probability distribution. We investigate their properties in the context of kernel theory. Finally, we apply our findings to the analysis of simulated and real time series.
Family Environment Factors in Alcohol and Drug Misuse among Indonesian Students: Indonesia National Narcotics Survey of Students
Authors: Romadlona Nohan Arum , Utomo Budi , Sucahya Purwa Kurnia , Monalisa Monalisa
Published: September 2021

The family environment has an important role in determining children’s personality and behavior. This study examined the impact of the family environment on alcohol and drug misuse among Indonesian students. Data were obtained from the National Illicit Drug Use Survey of students in Indonesia in 2016, conducted in 18 provinces. The subjects were 35,340 students from 1284 schools and universities with an age range of 12-25 years. The survey used the self-administered modified NODC Structured Illicit Drug questionnaire. The results show that 13.7% of students ever drank alcohol and 2.1% of students misused drugs within the previous year. Among students who drank alcohol, 11% also used drugs. In the latter group, they were likely to have been victims of verbal and physical violence by their parents and never discussed any problems with their parents. Living with a family with existing risky behavior (alcohol drinking and/or drug misuse) was the strongest risk factor of alcohol drinking (aOR: 4.78; 4.27-5.37) and drug misuse (aOR: 2.32; 1.79-3.01). These results indicate that the family environment affects these risky behaviors in this target population. Making adjustments through parental support, control, and parenting style, particularly in initiating parent–child communication, may have benefits in preventing alcohol drinking and drug use in this target population.
Retrieving Intangibility to Avert Human-Driven Bio-Diversity Loss: The Case of Thathe Sacred Forest, Phiphidi Waterfalls and Lake Fundudzi, Northern South Africa
Authors: Pikirayi Innocent , Magoma Munyadziwa
Published: September 2021

Human-driven biodiversity destruction are responsible for significant and sustained heritage losses in Africa. In Venda, northern South Africa, biodiversity losses are eroding the existence of sacred places. Such places define the essence of indigenous people’s identity and well-being. We highlight how developments in Venda such as mining and agricultural expansion since apartheid times have destroyed biodiversity in the broader landscape, undermining efforts to reduce hunger and poverty. Thathe forest, Lake Fundudzi and Phiphidi waterfalls are central to Venda mythology and legends, origins and identity and are key towards conserving current biodiversity and heritage losses.
Hygiene Behavior in Face of the Corona Pandemic: Compliance Rates and Associations With Fear, SARS-COV-2 risk, Mental Health and Disability
Authors: Lippke Sonia , Keller Franziska M. , Derksen Christina , Kötting Lukas , Dahmen Alina
Published: September 2021

Background: During the COVID-19 pandemic, hygiene behaviors such as keeping distance, avoid-ing masses, wearing face masks and adhering to hand hygiene recommendations became impera-tive. The current study aims to determine factors interrelating with hygiene behaviors. Methods: 4,049 individuals (1,305 male, 2,709 female, aged 18-80 years) were recruited from rehabilitation clinics or freely on the internet and surveyed via online questionnaire between May 2020 and August 2021. Socio-demographics, hygiene behaviors, emotions (fear), life-satisfaction, risk factors and disability as well as communication were assessed. Results: Prevalence for hygiene behaviors was: keeping the distance 84.9%, avoiding mass gatherings 84.6%, wearing face masks 96.5% and hand hygiene 80.7%. Hygiene behaviors were significantly related to fear with linear and quad-ratic associations. Conclusion: Individuals with disabilities, risk factors and psychological symp-toms are more compliant. Especially hand hygiene should be targeted to achieve higher compli-ance rates. A medium level of fear is more functional than too elevated fear. Behavioral interven-tions and targeted communication aiming at improving different behaviors in orchestration can help individuals to remain healthy and maintain a high life-satisfaction. Thereby, communication in the healthcare setting is imperative and all involved individuals should become more aware of this to ensure high hygiene standards and patient safety.
Contents of the Sexual and Reproductive Health Subject in the Undergraduate Nursing Curricula of Spanish Universities, a Cross Sectional Study
Authors: Saus-Ortega Carlos , Ballestar-Tarín María Luisa , Chover-Sierra Elena , Martínez-Sabater Antonio
Published: September 2021

Background: It is very important that nurses receive adequate training in Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH). In this study, the contents of the SRH subject in the undergraduate nursing curricula of 77 Spanish universities were examined in order to determine what SRH training nursing students are receiving. Methods: The contents of the SRH subject of all the curricula that were available online were reviewed. The distribution of the contents (topics) in the two areas (reproductive health and sexual health) was analyzed, and the prevalence of each topic was established. It was also determined whether there were differences in topics between public (n=52) and private universities (n=25). Results: The training of nursing students focuses mainly on the area of Reproductive Health (15 topics). Most of the topics of this area had a prevalence greater than 50%. Although the area of Sexual Health had 14 topics, most of these topics had a low prevalence (<20%), especially in private universities. Conclusions: It was found that there is considerable variation in the distribution and prevalence of SRH topics between universities. The contents of the area of Reproductive Health are usually prevalent in most of the curricula, however the contents of the area of Sexual Health are very limited in most of the universities. An organizational effort is required to determine and standardize the contents of SRH that nursing students should receive in Spain to avoid inequalities in their training.
Spotting the Differences: The CEAC vs. CEAFC vs. CERAC
Authors: Sendi Pedram , Matter-Walstra Klazien , Schwenkglenks Matthias
Published: September 2021

Methods to handle uncertainty in economic evaluation have gained much attention in the literature and the cost-effectiveness acceptability curve (CEAC) is the most widely used method to summarize and present uncertainty associated with program costs and effects in cost-effectiveness analysis. Some researchers have emphasized the limitations of the CEAC for informing decision and policy makers as the CEAC is insensitive to radial shifts of the joint distribution of incremental costs and effects in the North-East and South-West quadrants of the cost-effective plane (CEP). Furthermore, it has been pointed out that the CEAC does not incorporate risk-aversion in valuing uncertain costs and effects. In the present article we show that the cost-effectiveness affordability curve (CEAFC) captures both dimensions of the joint distribution of incremental costs and effects on the CEP and is therefore sensitive to radial shifts of the joint distribution on the CEP. Furthermore, the CEAFC also informs about the budget impact of a new intervention as it estimates the joint probability an intervention is both affordable and cost-effective. Moreover, we show that the cost-effectiveness risk-aversion curve (CERAC) allows to incorporate risk-aversion into the analysis and can therefore be used to inform decision-makers who are risk-averse. We use data from a published cost-effectiveness model of palbociclib in addition to letrozole versus letrozole alone for the treatment of oestrogen-receptor positive, HER-2 negative, advanced breast cancer to demonstrate the differences between CEAC, CEAFC and CERAC and show how these can jointly be used to inform decision and policy makers.
Identification of Weed-Suppressive Tomato Cultivars for Weed Management
Authors: Werle Isabel Schlegel , Castro Edicarlos , Pucci Carolina , Soni Chakraborty Bhawna , Broderick Shaun R , Tseng Te Ming
Published: September 2021

The present study aims to identify tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) cultivars with weed-suppressive ability against target weed species in the tomato growing season. A greenhouse study was conducted with 17 tomato cultivars and target weeds Palmer amaranth (Amaranthus palmeri S. Wats), yellow nutsedge (Cyperus esculentus L.), and large crabgrass (Digitaria sanguinalis L.). Tomato plants and weed species were grown in the same pot. The height, chlorophyll, and dry weight biomass of the weeds were measured 28 days after sowing. The largest effect of tomato interference was on Palmer amaranth. Cultivar 15 reduced Palmer amaranth height, chlorophyll, and biomass by 58, 28, and 83%, respectively. Chlorophyll percentage of yellow nutsedge seedlings was suppressed by 15% by cultivar 64, whereas 13% of its height was reduced by cultivar 20. Cultivar 15 reduced biomass of yellow nutsedge by 40%. The percentage of chlorophyll of large crabgrass was reduced by 22% with cultivar 5, whereas the height and biomass were reduced by 35 and 44% with cultivars 38 and 63, respectively. Factoring all parameters evaluated, cultivars 38, 33, and 7 were most suppressive against the problematic weed species in tomato.
Variability in the Control of Type 2 Diabetes in Primary Care and Its Association with Hospital Admissions for Vascular Events. The APNA Study.
Authors: Guillen-Aguinaga Sara , Forga Luis , Brugos-Larumbe Antonio , Guillen-Grima Francisco , Guillen-Aguinaga Laura , Aguinaga-Ontoso Ines
Published: September 2021

Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is associated with increased cardiovascular morbidity, mortality, and hospital admissions. There is variability in clinical practice. The objectives are to analyze the variability in the control of Blood Pressure (BP), HbA1c, and LDL-C in T2D patients and its influence on admissions due to cardiovascular events (CVE) Methods: We analyzed the electronic records in Primary Care Health centers in Navarra (Spain) and hospital admission for CVE. We follow 480637 people from 2012 to 2016. We calculated indicators of control of patients with T2D for each year, percentage with: HbA1c < 7%; HbA1c >= 9%; BP <140/90 mmHg; LDL-C <100 mg/dl. We used logistic and Cox regression. Results: Patients in the best control GP practices cluster are 2.5 times more likely to have HbA1c <7% [OR: 2.46 (95% CI: 2.29-3.64)]. Poor HbA1c control ≥ 9% is more likely in the worst control cluster [OR: 1.73 (95% CI:1.63-1.83)]. The probability of admission for CVE increases with age, being male, low income, obesity, history of CVE, having HbA1c ≥ 9%, and belonging to a GP practice in the cluster of HbA1C ≥ 9% worst control. In contrast, it decreases in patients with HbA1c <7%, BP<140/90 mmHg and LDL <100 mg/dl.
New Drug Targets to Prevent Death due to Stroke: Results of Protein-Protein Interaction Network, Enrichment and Annotation Analyses.
Authors: Maes Michael , Nikiforov Nikita , Plaimas Kitiporn , Suratanee Apichat , Reiche Edna Maria
Published: September 2021

This study used established biomarkers of death due to ischemic stroke (IS) and performed network, enrichment, and annotation analysis. Protein-protein interaction (PPI) network analysis revealed that the backbone of the highly connective network of IS death consisted of IL6, ALB, TNF, SERPINE1, VWF, VCAM1, TGFB1, and SELE. Cluster analysis revealed immune and hemostasis subnetworks, which were strongly interconnected through the major switches ALB and VWF. Enrichment analysis revealed that the PPI immune subnetwork of death due to IS was highly associated with TLR2/4, TNF, JAK-STAT, NOD, IL10, IL13, IL4, and TGF-β1/SMAD pathways. The top biological and molecular functions and pathways enriched in the hemostasis network of death due IS were platelet degranulation and activation, the intrinsic pathway of fibrin clot formation, the urokinase-type plasminogen activator pathway, post-translational protein phosphorylation, integrin cell surface interactions, and the proteoglycan-integrin-extra cellular matrix complex (ECM). Regulation Explorer analysis of transcriptional factors shows: a) that NFKB1, RELA and SP1 were the major regulating actors of the PPI network; and b) hsa-mir-26-5p and hsa-16-5p were the major regulating microRNA actors. In conclusion, prevention of death due to IS should consider that current IS treatments may be improved by targeting VWF, VEGFA, proteoglycan-integrin-ECM complex, NFKB/RELA and SP1.
Relationship between the STEAM Approach and SUMAK KAWSAY in Vulnerable Social Sectors
Authors: Hurtado Galo
Published: September 2021

The research is based on the question: Can teaching/learning methodologies help to achieve the objective of Sumak Kawsay in Ecuador? a STEAM work approach was applied in technical high school students and higher education students (technological), in order to determine the level of impact in terms of project generation, following the entire process, from the generation of ideas to the linking of projects with society, The analysis was carried out in students from 15 to 22 years old in two institutions in the city of Cuenca, using the method of intentional sampling and the systematic review of scientific articles in the Scopus and Google academic databases of the last 3 years, to determine the level of impact of the prototypes pub-lished in indexed journals. The most striking aspect of the results is that of the 260 students surveyed, only 19.6% of students consider that there are STEAM teachers in the classroom, and only 56.92% of students manage to link their work with society, one of the recommended strategies being the publication of scientific articles and participation in congresses disseminating the high impact work done by students in the classroom.
Hydrogeochemical Characteristics, Temporal and Spatial Variation for the Evaluation of Groundwater Quality of Ganga Alluvial Plain for an Agricultural Region, India
Authors: Ahmed Salman , Mulhim Mohmmad , Qureshi Fazil , Kohli Sanjay Kumar , Hussain Athar , Khan Mohammad Muqtada Ali , Mansor Hafzan Eva , James Elvaene
Published: September 2021

Monitoring of groundwater quality in today's scenario is very much important. Due to urbanization and population pressure regular monitoring of groundwater for drinking as well as irrigation purposes need a major concern. With this aim, a study has been carried out consisting 26 groundwater samples in May 2017, to access the physiochemical characteristic, water quality index (WQI) of groundwater by using GIS software and to find out the groundwater suitableness for drinking as well as for irrigation purpose. The pH is slightly alkaline and the TDS is much more than prescribed limits of BIS. The trend of cations in groundwater are Ca2+>Na+>Mg2+>K+ while anions trend is HCO3->SO42->Cl->NO3->CO32->F-. The Ca-Mg-HCO3 and Na-K-Cl-SO4 types of groundwater facies were dominant. Generally, the chemical changes in groundwater are administered by the evaporation process with ion exchange, and mixing of particles is the significant source of the solute acquisition process. WQI of the study area suggested that the 15% sample is unsuitable, 69% is poor and remaining is good for drinking uses. The potential salinity of the groundwater sample is nearly high although the majority of the sample is suited for irrigation activities.
Entrepreneurship Development in Higher Education Through Ve-Ice Carroli To Foster Student Entrepreneurial Interest
Authors: Thoyyibah Idzaa Zubdatun , Wati Dian Candra , Rahmadhani Frizky
Published: September 2021

This article aims to foster student entrepreneurial interest in the millennial era. It is through Ve-Ice Carroli (Vegetables Ice Cream Carrot and Broccoli). The research method used is the study of literature. Data collection is done by studying books, literature, notes, and reports relating to the problem being solved. Literature sources in this study were obtained from books, journals, and research results. The results of this study include the process of identifying theories systematically, finding literature, and analyzing documents that contain information related to the research topic. The results of this study are in the form of the development of higher education entrepreneurship learning.
The Importance of Teacher Professionalism in Facing The Industrial Revolution Era 4.0
Authors: Sari Indah Novita , Vonna Cut Nurul Zara , Retnoningrum Fenti
Published: September 2021

This article aims to exlain the importance of developing teacher professionalism in facing the era of the industrial revolution 4.0. The research method used is the study of literature. Data collection is carried out by conducting a study of books, literature, notes and reports that have to do with the importance of teacher professionalism in facing the industrial revolution era 4.0. so in this article includes general processes such as: systematically identifying the theory, library discovery, and analysis of documents that contain information related to the research topic. The results of this study are in the form of a description related to development that can be dont by teachers to develop teacher professionalism in facing the era of the industrial revolution 4.0 well.
Urgency of the Role of Parents Against the Use of Gadgets in Children of Primary Education
Authors: Listiyani Istna , Riani Nurulfat , Pamungkas Bening Brilianty
Published: September 2021

In the 21st century, the use of gadgets is increasing. Many advantages are offered with advances in increasingly sophisticated technology. It is not spared from that most of the use of gadgets is even misused by children of Primary Education age. Basically, the use of gadgets by minors starts from the family environment itself. If at the time the children are addicted to gadgets will cause growth retardation and other psychological disorders. This study aims to analyze the role of parents in the use of gadgets by Primary Education age children. The research method is a literature study. The results of the study are the role of parents as first and foremost educators for children is very important to control the use of gadgets in everyday life carried out by children. The conclusion of this research is the role of parents greatly influences the use of gadgets for Primary Education age children
The Development of Small and Medium Businesses (MSMEs) Based on Tecnology to Deal with The Industrial Revolution 4.0
Authors: Hamidah Qotrunnada Ratri , Sejati Agung Tri Pambudi , Mujahidah Ana Zulfatu
Published: September 2021

This article aims to find out the procedures for the development of technology-based Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to face the era of the industrial revolution 4.0. The research method used is the study of literature. Data collection is carried out by conducting a study of the review of books, literature, notes, and reports that have to do with the problem being solved. The sources of literature in this study were obtained from books, journals, and research results (papers, theses, and theses) so in this article include general processes which include: systematically identifying theories, finding literature, and analyzing documents that contains information related to the research topic. The results of this study are expected to find ways to develop production results in technology-based Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to be able to compete in the international class to support Indonesia towards the industrial revolution era 4.0.
The Influence of Javanese Speaking Civility in Families to Form Child Character in The 21st Century
Authors: Dewi Rachma Mutiara , Nafi' Zahrotun , Karuniawati Rahmah , Hidayah Ratna
Published: September 2021

Education in the family is the first education experienced by a child after being born in the world. The family is the main environment forming the character of children. In this 21st century, children are required to have good moral character. Parents should be able to transmit good etiquette to their children. The main task of parents is not only transferring knowledge, but also transferring values to children. The process of transferring knowledge carried out by parents will succeed if done with the right and right principles. Parents as good educators are able to accustom children to speak good, polite, and gentle words. One of them by way of habituating Javanese manners. The purpose of this study is to study 1) The custom of Javanese manners; 2) children's character in the 21st century; 3) Family education; 4) the formation of character in the family through the Javanese language of manners. The result of this goal is the habit of using polite language in a family environment which influences the character formation of children in the 21st century.
Penerapan Model Pembelajaran Think, Pair, and Share Terhadap Peningkatan Hasil Belajar Siswa pada Pembelajaran IPS di Kelas V SD Negeri I Bojonggambir
Authors: Dinaqi Arini Ainaki Nur , Rakhmat Cece , Nugraha Fajar
Published: September 2021

Masalah dalam penelitian ini adalah rendahnya hasil belajar siswa pada pembelajaran IPS di Kelas V SD Negeri I Bojonggambir, kecamatan Bojonggambir, Kabupaten Tasikmalaya. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah meningkatkan hasil  belajar siswa pada pembelajaran IPS materi proklamasi kemerdekaan Indonesia dengan menggunakan model pembelajaran Think, Pair, and Share (TPS) pada siswa kelas V SD Negeri 1 Bojonggambir, kab. Tasikmalaya, tahun ajaran 2018/2019. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah penelitian tindakan kelas (PTK). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa adanya peningkatan hasil belajar IPS dengan menggunakan model pembelajaran Think, Pair, and Share, pratindakan nilai rata-rata siswa adalah 53.21, yang mencapai ketuntasan sebanyak 8 siswa (28.5%) dan belum mencapai ketuntasan 20 siswa (71.4%). Siklus I meningkat sebanyak 8.21 dengan nilai rata-rata adalah 60.71, yang mencapai ketuntasan 15 siswa (53.6%) dan belum tuntas 13 siswa (46.4%). Siklus II meningkat sebanyak 18.93 dari siklus I, sedangkan jika dibandingkan dengan pratindakan meningkat sebanyak 27.14 dengan nilai rata-rata menjadi 80.35, yang mencapai ketuntasan 25 siswa (89.2%) dan belum tuntas 3 siswa (10.8%).  Implikasi penelitian ini adalah penggunaan model model pembelajaran Think, Pair, and Share (TPS) pada pembelajaran IPS materi proklamasi kemerdekaan Indonesia dapat meningkatkan hasil belajar siswa.