bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Warm Inflation Story
Authors: Berera Arjun
Published: June 2023

Warm inflation has normalized two ideas in cosmology, that in the early universe the initial primordial density perturbations generally could be of classical rather than quantum origin and that during inflation, particle production from interactions amongst quantum field, and its backreaction effects, can occur concurrent with inflationary expansion. When we first introduced these ideas, both were met with resistance, but today they are widely accepted as possibilities with many models and applications based on them, which is an indication of the widespread influence of warm inflation. Open quantum field theory, which has been utilized in studies of warm inflation, is by now a relevant subject in cosmology, in part due to this early work. In this review I first discuss the basic warm inflation dynamics. I then outline how to compute warm inflation dynamics from first-principles quantum field theory (QFT) and in particular how a dissipative term arises. Warm inflation models can have an inflaton mass bigger than the Hubble scale and the inflaton field excursion can remain sub-Planckian, thus overcoming the most prohibitive problems of inflation model building. I discuss the early period of my work in developing warm inflation that helped me arrive at these important features of its dynamics. Inflationary cosmology today is immersed in hypothetical models, which by now are acting as a diversion from reaching any endgame in this field. I discuss better ways to approach model selection and give necessary requirements for a well constrained and predictive inflation model. A few warm inflation models are pointed out that could be developed to this extent. I discuss how, at this stage, more progress would be made in this subject by taking a broader view on the possible early universe solutions that include not just inflation but the diverse range of options.
Explainable COVID-19 Detection Based on Chest X-rays Using an End-to-End RegNet Architecture
Authors: Chetoui Mohamed , Akhloufi Moulay A. , Bouattane El Mostafa , Abdulnour Joseph , Roux Stephane , Bernard Chantal D’Aoust
Published: June 2023

COVID-19,which is caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), is one of the worst pandemics in recent history. The identification of patients suspected to be infected with COVID-19 is becoming crucial to reduce its spread. We aimed to validate and test a deep learning model to detect COVID-19 based on chest X-rays. The recent deep convolutional neural network (CNN) RegNetX032 was adapted for detecting COVID-19 from chest X-ray (CXR) images using polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) as a reference. The model was customized and trained on five datasets containing more than 15,000 CXR images (including 4148COVID-19-positive cases) and then tested on 321 images (150 COVID-19-positive) from Montfort Hospital. Twenty percent of the data from the five datasets were used as validation data for hyperparameter optimization. Each CXR image was processed by the model to detect COVID-19. Multi-binary classifications were proposed, such as: COVID-19 vs. normal, COVID-19 + pneumonia vs. normal, and pneumonia vs. normal. The performance results were based on the area under the curve (AUC), sensitivity, and specificity. In addition, an explainability model was developed that demonstrated the high performance and high generalization degree of the proposed model in detecting and highlighting the signs of the disease. The fine-tuned RegNetX032 model achieved an overall accuracy score of 96.0%, with an AUC score of 99.1%. The model showed a superior sensitivity of 98.0% in detecting signs from CXR images of COVID-19 patients, and a specificity of 93.0% in detecting healthy CXR images. A second scenario compared COVID-19 + pneumonia vs. normal (healthy X-ray) patients. The model achieved an overall score of 99.1% (AUC) with a sensitivity of 96.0% and specificity of 93.0% on the Montfort dataset. For the validation set, the model achieved an average accuracy of 98.6%, an AUC score of 98.0%, a sensitivity of 98.0%, and a specificity of 96.0% for detection (COVID-19 patients vs. healthy patients). The second scenario compared COVID-19 + pneumonia vs. normal patients. The model achieved an overall score of 98.8% (AUC) with a sensitivity of 97.0% and a specificity of 96.0%. This robust deep learning model demonstrated excellent performance in detecting COVID-19 from chest X-rays. This model could be used to automate the detection of COVID-19 and improve decision making for patient triage and isolation in hospital settings. This could also be used as a complementary aid for radiologists or clinicians when differentiating to make smart decisions.
Strategic Combination of Theory, Plain Language, and Trusted Messengers Contribute to COVID-19 Vaccine Uptake: Lessons Learned from Development and Dissemination of a Community Toolkit
Authors: Caballero Alison , Leath Katherine J. , Staton Allie D.
Published: June 2023

Widely accepted practices for the development of health education materials include the use of theoretically driven content, the execution of plain language writing and design strategies, the solicitation of community input, and a plan for dissemination via trusted messengers. Here, we describe the development of a COVID-19 vaccine education toolkit and share preliminary outcomes from dissemination via community health workers. The toolkit was developed to equip community messengers to educate community members about the COVID-19 vaccine. It includes an easy-to-read workbook for community learners, a Leader Guide with scripting, and additional resources for community health workers and other local messengers. The Health Belief Model was used to select content for the workbook, which was refined with input from community members. A team of trained plain language writers worked with clinicians and subject matter experts to draft content that was deemed readable, understandable, and actionable by formal measures and drafts were further refined with additional community feedback. Survey results from community health workers who used the toolkit to provide local education about COVID-19 vaccines indicate that the toolkit facilitated confidence in their ability to deliver scientific content to their community members. More than two-thirds report that use of the toolkit facilitated community members’ decisions to receive COVID-19 vaccines.
Efficacy and Durability of Immune Response after Receipt of HPV Vaccines in People Living with HIV
Authors: Losada Cecilia , Samaha Hady , Scherer Erin M. , Kazzi Bahaa , Khalil Lana , Ofotokun Ighovwerha , Rouphael Nadine
Published: June 2023

People living with HIV (PLH) experience higher rates of HPV infection as well as an increased risk of HPV-related disease, including malignancies. Although they are considered a high-priority group for HPV vaccination, there are limited data regarding the long-term immunogenicity and efficacy of HPV vaccines in this population. Seroconversion rates and geometric mean titers elicited by vaccination are lower in PLH compared to immunocompetent participants, especially in individuals with CD4 counts below 200 cells/mm3 and a detectable viral load. The significance of these differences is still unclear, as a correlate of protection has not been identified. Few studies have focused on demonstrating vaccine efficacy in PLH, with variable results depending on the age at vaccination and baseline seropositivity. Although waning humoral immunity for HPV seems to be more rapid in this population, there is evidence that suggests that seropositivity lasts at least 2–4 years following vaccination. Further research is needed to determine the differences between vaccine formulations and the impact of administrating additional doses on durability of immune protection.
Laboratory Measurement of Rolling Resistance Coefficient under Different Conditions
Authors: Guba Sándor , Kocsor Péter , Vörös Bálint , Horváth Barnabás , Szalai István
Published: June 2023

The aim of our research was to design and construct a measuring device that can determine the rolling resistance coefficient (RRC) under laboratory conditions. The measuring device has a drum arrangement, and the RRC was measured on two different model surfaces. The deceleration method was used to investigate the dependence of RRC on compression force, velocity, and surface temperature on steel and rubber surfaces. The measured RRC values (0.010 – 0.025) were similar in magnitude to the values characteristic for asphalt-covered roads. By increasing the model road surface temperature up to T = 60 ◦C the RCC dropped by ~13% compared to the values at T = 22 ◦C
El sistema procesal y su incidencia en las víctimas de Violencia de Género en Portoviejo durante el año 2021
Authors: Chévez Macías Marianella Lilibeth , Lara Rivas María Eileen , Salazar Morán Elvis Manuel
Published: June 2023

El presente artículo está enfocado en analizar el sistema procesal y su incidencia en las víctimas de Violencia de Género. A partir de la revisión de los casos atendidos en la Defensoría Pública de Portoviejo durante el periodo enero – septiembre 2021. La Defensoría Pública de la ciudad de Portoviejo, reporta los siguientes casos de Violencia de Género en el período antes mencionado; violencia física (101 casos); violencia psicológica (17 casos); violencia sexual (18 casos), femicidio (4 casos) y tentativa de femicidio (7 casos). Este estudio se fundamentó en la doctrina del marco jurídico- procesal penal sobre las víctimas, los derechos que contempla el Código Orgánico Integral Penal (COIP) y respecto al acceso a la justicia. Se realizó un estudio enmarcado en la modalidad paradigmática con enfoque cualitativo debido a que implica recopilar y analizar datos, mediante entrevistas a 10 especialistas en el área del Derecho, donde se utilizó el método de revisión bibliográfica para brindar al lector una visión general de la Violencia de Género y la influencia en el sistema procesal en las víctimas de estas infracciones. Después del análisis de los resultados se obtiene que la violencia contra la mujer atraviesa varias esferas sociales entre las cuales destacan dinámicas de discriminación y de ejercicio de poder entre géneros, denotan que las víctimas de Violencia de Género padecen ciertos obstáculos para el acceso y el alcance de la justicia tales como la inejecutabilidad de la reparación integral, seguido de la aún existencia de estereotipos de género, la deshumanización de la víctima y la impunidad.
Pluralismo Jurídico en la Constitución ecuatoriana
Authors: Chávez Vallejo Gina Esmeralda
Published: June 2023

Desde mediados del siglo XX, el Derecho latinoamericano afronta la crisis del monismo jurídico, al tiempo que ha debido asumir los retos de un emergente pluralismo jurídico, sea multi o intercultural. La Constitución ecuatoriana del 2008 optó por reconocen no solo al Estado como productor de Derecho, sino también a las comunidades, los pueblos y las nacionalidades indígenas que habitan su territorio; esto lo hizo estableciendo un pluralismo jurídico que quiere colocar en igualdad jerárquica a la Justicia Ordinaria y a la Justicia Indígena. El presente trabajo se propone exponer los fundamentos y el modelo de pluralismo jurídico que plasma el texto constitucional ecuatoriano, así como los desafíos que surgen con la ruptura de moldes culturales y epistemológicos fuertemente arraigados, y la necesidad de resolver intereses implicados en la relación Estado y pueblos indígenas. Desde una perspectiva jurídico doctrinaria y un enfoque crítico del derecho, ponemos en evidencia como la convivencia de dos sistemas jurídicos de distinta tradición jurídica, se fundamenta en la voluntad de transformación de los distintos actores de la sociedad y la modificación de consensos que hagan posible la convivencia plural.
Multifaceted intervention to increase the delivery of alcohol brief interventions in primary care: a mixed-methods process analysis
Authors: Sturgiss Elizabeth , Advocat Jenny , Lam Tina , Nielsen Suzanne , Ball Lauren , Gunatillaka Nilakshi , Martin Catherine , Barton Chris , Tam Chun Wah Michael , Skouteris Helen , Mazza Danielle , Russell Grant
Published: June 2023

Background

Brief interventions (BIs) are effective for reducing harmful alcohol consumption, but their use in primary care is less frequent than clinically indicated. The REducing AlCohol- related Harm (REACH) project aimed to increase the delivery of BIs in primary care.

Aim

To assess the effectiveness of the REACH programme in increasing alcohol BIs in general practice and explore the implementation factors that improve or reduce uptake by clinicians.

Design and setting

This article reports on a sequential, explanatory mixed-methods study of the implementation of the REACH project in six general practice clinics serving low-income communities in Melbourne, Australia.

Method

Time-series analyses were conducted using routinely collected patient records and semi-structured interviews, guided by the consolidated framework for implementation research.

Results

The six intervention sites significantly increased their rate of recorded alcohol status (56.7% to 60.4%), whereas there was no significant change in the non-intervention practices (344 sites, 55.2% to 56.4%).

Conclusion

REACH resources were seen as useful and acceptable by clinicians and staff. National policies that support the involvement of primary care in alcohol harm reduction helped promote ongoing intervention sustainability.
Emphatic Language in Instagram
Authors: Siregar Alfina Gustiany
Published: June 2023

This article aims to find out the components of empathy contained in Instagram. Problems with two components and four aspects of empathy contained in Instagram account comments. The theory used is Davis' emphaty theory, namely 2 components of empathy, the first is the affective component which has two aspects, namely empathic concern and personal distress. The second is the cognitive component, namely perspective taking and fantasy empathy. The data was collected through the Instagram comments of the @ataliapr account. The method used is descriptive qualitative. This study concludes that there are two components that are most widely used, namely the affective component, empathic concern by 42% and personal distress by 39%. Then followed by the cognitive component, namely perspective taking by 13% and fantasy empathy by 6%. This is because the caption on @ataliapr's post touches the hearts of the readers.
Motive for Divorce among The Elderly in Padang City
Authors: Fachrina Fachrina , Anggraini Nini
Published: June 2023

This article aims to describe the motives for divorce among the elderly (elderly). The problem is focused on the married life of elderly couples, what are the because motives and in order to motive the elderly to divorce at a relatively long age of marriage. To approach this problem, a theoretical reference from Alfred Shuzt is used. Data was collected through free interviews with elderly people who were at least 60 years old, had been married for more than 25 years and had children and were divorced. Observations were also made to observe the life and activities of the elderly. The data obtained was analyzed qualitatively. This study concludes that the married life of the elderly, which initially runs harmoniously as they get older, tend to experience quarrels which cause disharmony in the relationship with their partner and finally decide to take divorce steps. The motive for the elderly deciding to divorce is dominated by sexual problems. Another reason is infidelity and polygamy by husbands, husbands leave the house and wives are busy taking care of their children and grandchildren. The in order to motive is to want to get out of marital problems, live quietly in old age and free oneself from obligations as a wife. However, it was found that this motive did not stand alone, but was an accumulation of various things.
Onestep Footwear Public relations Campaign Planning as an Eco-Friendly Brand
Authors: Sulma Nur Yasmin , Simatupang Yunita Permatasari , Bethari Andita Putri
Published: June 2023

This article aims to find out how to plan a public relations campaign to increase public awareness of shoe sole waste. Problems are focused on the degree of excess, disadvantages, opportunities and threats over shoe sole litter. In order to approach this problem, theoretical references from persuasive communication, public relations, campaigns and environmentally friendly products are used. The data was collected through input from the SWOT matrix in the form of questionnaire results that had been filled out by Onestep Footwear and analyzed qualitatively.  This study concluded that overall, the shoe campaign for Bumi collaborated with one of the local shoe Brands from Bandung called Onestep Footwear. With this campaign, it is hoped that there will be an increase in public awareness of environmental pollution caused by shoe sole waste, and the emergence of a sense to continue to protect the environment by using environmentally friendly shoes, such as Onestep Footwear.
Alternative Criminal Punishments for Completion of Misdemeanor Crimes with Social Justice
Authors: Pinem Serimin
Published: June 2023

The vision of the development of national law is "the realization of a just and democratic rule of law through the development of a national legal system that serves the interests of the people and the nation to protect all people and the nation, as well as the blood of Indonesia, promotes public welfare, develops the life of the nation and participates in carrying out peace a world based on independence, eternal peace and social justice based on the Pancasila and the 1945 Constitution. Enforcement of criminal law and punishment should no longer be seen as the only hope of being able to resolve or overcome crime completely, because in essence crime is a "problem humanity "and" social problems ", which cannot be solved solely by criminal law. As a social problem, crime is a dynamic social phenomenon that is always growing and is related to other very complex phenomena and social structures. One way to realize social order is by applying alternative criminal penalties for minor crimes.
Analisis Kinerja Pegawai pada Dinas Kependudukan dan Pencatatan Sipil Kota Medan
Authors: Matondang Naimah Mardhiah , Isnaini Isnaini , Warjio Warjio
Published: June 2023

Based on the results of the performance appraisal of civil servants at the Medan City Population and Civil Registration Office in 2020 and 2021, it shows that employee performance has decreased, and there are employee discipline issues that need to be corrected. So the formulation of the problem in this study is how is the performance of employees at the Department of Population and Civil Registration of the City of Medan and what factors are hindering the performance of employees at the Office of Population and Civil Registration of the City of Medan. The research method used in this research is descriptive with qualitative analysis. Sources of data obtained from interviews, documentation, and observation. With the results of the study that the performance of Medan City Disdukcapil employees in population administration services is still relatively poor. Performance indicators according to Mangkunegara theory that have not been implemented properly are the quantity of work, work discipline and work initiatives. While the indicators of work quality and responsibility have been carried out properly by employees. While the recommendation in this study is that Medan City Disdukcapil employees need to be more aware of the importance of working time discipline, so that employees work at all predetermined working hours. Leaders need to be more assertive in disciplining employees who violate work time regulations so that they can provide good learning for all employees. Employees should seek efforts to speed up the handling of population administration work without compromising quality or accuracy in carrying out work. It is better if the leader needs to exercise better supervision of his subordinates so that there is no opportunity to abuse the authority given to him.
Peranan Satuan Polisi Pamong Praja Dalam Penertiban Pedagang Kaki Lima Di Pasar Pancur Batu Kecamatan Pancur Batu Kabupaten Deli Serdang
Authors: Panggabean Silvia Tabhita , Lubis Zulkarnain , Mardiana Siti
Published: June 2023

The purpose of this study was to analyze the role of the Civil Service Police Unit in controlling street vendors at Pancur Batu Market in Pancur Batu District, Deli Serdang Regency and the obstacles they faced. This study uses a descriptive method with qualitative analysis techniques which involve efforts such as asking questions and collecting specific data from participants, analyzing data. Results and discussion The role of Satpol PP in the norm has not been maximized because the street vendors operating at the Pancur Batu market only once a week. As an organization it has not been maximized because the number of personnel is still lacking and the transportation fleet is not sufficient. The social structure of the community is good because it has tried to create an orderly and comfortable community environment by adapting, discussing and socializing activities related to environmental order to the community and street vendors. The obstacle factor is institutional barriers, there are still many people in Pancur Batu Market who do not understand the importance of complying with various regulations, especially those relating to roadside use by street vendors. Barriers to human resources, namely the number of personnel is always not proportional to the tasks that must be done. Barriers to the network, namely the lack of cooperation with related agencies in the context of controlling street vendors at the Pancur Batu Market. Unfavorable environmental barriers. Obstacles to community participation, that is, the community lacks active participation
Peranan Lembaga Bantuan Hukum Cahaya Kebenaran Dan Keadilan (YLBH-CKK) terhadap Masyarakat Miskin yang Mengalami Kasus Pidana di Pengadilan Negeri Kelas I B Kisaran
Authors: Manurung Julpan Hartono Suria Manja , Siregar Taufik , Zulyandi Rizkan
Published: June 2023

The purpose of this research is to analyze the legal regulations regarding the provision of legal aid in Indonesia, the role of the The Truth and Justice Light Legal Assistance Institution for the poor who experience criminal cases and the constraints they face for the poor who experience criminal cases (Studies at Class IIA District Courts range). The research method used is descriptive method, while the data analysis technique uses qualitative. The results of the research show that the provision of legal assistance to the poor is regulated in Law no. 16 of 2011 concerning Legal Aid. YLBH-CKK provides legal assistance based on requests for legal assistance from residents who have experienced criminal cases. The obstacles faced by YLBH-CKK for the poor are: the public still does not understand the Legal Aid Law by assuming that every transaction with a legal aid institution is synonymous with spending money The big one, there are no restrictions in law who are entitled to legal aid so that criminals who have become recidivists can apply for legal aid, there are advocates who ask for payment from clients receiving legal aid without heeding the applicable rules, weak supervision of advocates when interact with clients, as well as the lack of allocation of funds from the government.
Penegakan Hukum Terhadap Pelaku Usaha Yang Melakukan Kegiatan Usaha Pertambangan Tanpa Izin Usaha Pertambangan
Authors: Sinurat Jikri , Zulyadi Rizkan , Siregar Taufik
Published: June 2023

The purpose of this study is to analyze the urgency of criminal prosecution of perpetrators who carry out mining business activities without a business license, law enforcement in decision Number: 517/Pid.B/2021/PN.Lbp regarding criminal acts of mining without a business license, and the factors that cause the occurrence of criminal acts. mining crime without a business license in Deli Serdang Regency. The type of research used is normative legal research supported by field data through interviews with investigators at the Medan Metropolitan Police. Data analysis in this study was carried out by selecting secondary data from library research and field research data analyzed qualitatively. The results of this study are, the urgency of criminalizing business actors who carry out mining businesses without a permit in Indonesia, namely to avenge criminals' mistakes is also intended to protect the public, by creating order in carrying out mining business activities. Law enforcement against business actors who carry out mining business without a mining business permit in decision Number: 517/Pid.B/2021/PN.Lbp is not optimal and does not reflect a sense of justice. Factors causing the occurrence of cases of mining without a mining business permit in Deli Serdang Regency are divided into 2 (two), namely, internal factors and external factors. Internal factors consist of educational factors and economic factors. On external factors due to the lack of socialization related to mining business licenses and the complicated management of mining business permits.
Analisis Peningkatan Kualitas Guru pada UPT (Unit Pelayanan Terpadu) SMP Negeri 7 Medan
Authors: Inayati Indri , Isnaini Isnaini , Siregar Nina Siti Salmaniah
Published: June 2023

The purpose of this study is to examine the analysis of improving teacher quality, the Synoxys of Teacher Quality at UPT (Integrated Service Unit), and Barriers to Improving Teacher Quality at UPT (Integrated Service Unit) SMP Negeri 7 Medan. The method used is descriptive quantitative with data instruments, study observation and documentation as well as interviews. The results of the study found that professional improvement in teacher quality in terms of professional knowledge and skills indicators that school principals and teachers improve teacher professionalism and create morale as well as human resources. The teacher's knowledge shows quality skills and skills. It is shown by the teacher's working spirit which is quite good with the existence of aspects that can trigger the emergence of enthusiasm for work. For this reason, enthusiasm from all teachers is needed in providing support and appreciating all activities given to teachers so that they are able to create a good quality teacher. The inhibiting factors for improving teacher quality are the low and lack of support from school principals for teacher quality improvement programs for teacher competence and the lack of support from school principals for teacher quality improvement programs.
Self-Efficacy as A Factor of Entrepreneurial Intention
Authors: Deliana Marlina
Published: June 2023

This study aims to analyze entrepreneurial intention that is influenced by self-efficacy owned by a person based on the theory proposed by Bandura.  Self-efficacy beliefs determine how people feel, think, motivate themselves and behave. Such beliefs produce diverse effects through four main processes namely cognitive, motivational, affective, and selection processes.  Self-efficacy can be developed by four main sources; Personal Experience, Role Model, Social Persuasion, and Psychological and Emotional Conditions Entrepreneurial intention has a relationship to a person's behavior.  Self-Efficacy is closely related to actions that are influenced by one's feelings, way of thinking, and motivation. Self-efficacy possessed by a person can determine how a person can take opportunities with the abilities possessed. The determining factors of success and failure and how a person can immediately rise from failure are also greatly influenced by the self-efficacy possessed. The determination of one's career and desire to succeed and succeed depends on the self-efficacy a person has, including the desire to start a business. The higher a person's self-efficacy, the higher the chance of the person being able to decide whether his desire will be successfully achieved or not based on the abilities possessed.
Peran Kelurahan Dalam Pengawasan Pengelolaan Sampah Di Kelurahan Asam Kumbang Kecamatan Medan Selayang Kota Medan
Authors: Wastiani Endang , Harahap R. Hamdani , Isnaini Isnaini
Published: June 2023

The purpose of this study was to determine the role of urban village in monitoring trash management at urban village of Asam Kumbang District. One of the goals is to overcome the trash problem by carrying out management actions so that the volume of trash can be controlled and to find out the inhibiting factors in implementing the urban village role. When the amount of trash increases, it will cause problems that can be harmful to humans, both health and the environment. Therefore, it is important to involve village officials as the government closest to the people. The type of research used is qualitative research with the type of research, namely the phenomenological type and the number of informants is 4 people. This research method uses empirical research methods with a statutory approach, to obtain data, researchers conduct observations and interviews with the urban village government, and the community using purposive sampling. The results of the study revealed that the role of the urban village government was in accordance with Law No. 18 of 2008 concerning Trash Management. As for the inhibiting factors, namely, community factors, facility factors and urban village government factors.
ESTIMATION OF MINIMUM INHIBITORY CONCENTRATION OF ANTIBIOTICS USING MICRO-TITER PLATE METHOD FOR NATIVE MULTI DRUG RESISTANT GRAM NEGATIVE BACTERIA
Authors: Ibrahim Kanwal , Saeed Asma , Khalil Sadia , Alam Amna
Published: June 2023

Gram-negative bacteria were collected from different clinical labs situated in Karachi. Of these 83 isolates, 99% were found resistant against one or more of the following antibiotics: ampicillin, co-amoxiclav, gentamycin, neomycin, streptomycin and tetracycline. Most of the isolates were multi-drug resistant (MDR) having resistance to three or more antibiotics at a time. For ampicillin, 4.8% of the isolates were found Susceptible, 3.6% were Intermediate while 91.5% were found Resistant. For co-amoxiclav, 1.2% of the isolates were found Susceptible, 6% were Intermediate while 92.7% were found Resistant. For gentamicin, 3.6% of the isolates were found Susceptible, 10.8% were Intermediate while 86.7% were found Resistant.  For neomycin, 21.6% of the isolates were found Susceptible, 40.9% were Intermediate while 43.4% were found Resistant. For streptomycin, 1.2% of the isolates were found Susceptible, 18% were Intermediate while 91.6% were found Resistant.  For tetracycline, 15.7% of the isolates were found Susceptible, 45.7% were Intermediate while 53% were found Resistant. The study confirmed the presence of multidrug resistance in indigenous clinical gram-negative bacteria which is an alarming situation and needs development of effective alternative strategies for the treatment of infections.
METHODS OF CONDUCTING RESEARCH OF CAVE MONASTERIES IN ORDER TO PRESERVE THEM
Authors: Vovzhenyak Polina
Published: June 2023

The tasks of research of cave temples and monasteries include the analysis of the condition of the studied objects and the adjacent natural and anthropogenic landscape.

The article discusses the scientific methods by which it is necessary to conduct archaeological research in accordance with the established procedure at the stages of pre-project analysis, design, as well as any construction and repair and economic activities on the territory of the location of objects of archeology and cultural heritage. In order to conduct a comprehensive analysis of cave monasteries and compare their characteristics, criteria for assessing their condition have been developed. The procedure for conducting archaeological research according to approved scientific methods in the process of pre-project surveys, design, reconstruction, any construction and economic activity is given. The optimal non-destructive research methods are named, which are aimed at collecting scientific information without destroying the object of research itself, and their advantages are revealed. The method of laser scanning of caves is described as an inseparable and promising part of engineering geodesy in the field of architecture, construction and historical and cultural heritage. An example of its approbation is given, on which the advantages of this method are revealed. Analysis and structuring of research methods and their advantages ensures the greatest safety of the object under study during rescue archaeological field work.
Description d’une nouvelle espèce de Mesothen d’Équateur et établissement d’une nouvelle combinaison pour Cosmosoma melanopera Hampson, 1898 (Lepidoptera, Noctuoidea, Erebidae, Arctiinae, Arctiini, Euchromiina). Quatrième note
Authors: Cerda Jean-Aimé
Published: June 2023

Description of a new species of Mesothen from Ecuador and proposal of a new combinaison for Cosmosoma melanopera Hampson, 1898 (Lepidoptera, Noctuoidea, Erebidae, Arctiinae, Arctiini, Euchromiina). Fourth note.

A new species, from Ecuador, is described in the genus Mesothen ; Mesothen attali sp. nov. ; a new combinaison is proposed : Mesothen melanopera (Hampson, 1898) comb. nov.
Pieter Bruegel l’Ancien, auteur de la première représentation graphique des chaînes alimentaires
Authors: Nikol’skii Alexander A. , Mikodina Ekaterina V. , Vanisova Еlena A. , Ramousse Raymond
Published: June 2023

Pieter Bruegel the Elder -author of the first graphic food-chains scheme.

The drawing of netherlandish painter Pieter Bruegel the Elder “ The Big Fish Eat the Little Fish” reflects perhaps not political allusions, as it is interpreted in the history of art, but a graphic food-chains scheme. It is possible that the picture engraving, stored in the British Museum, has influenced the creation of the food-chains concept by British ecologists Johnstone (1908), Hardy (1924) and Elton (1927). The taxonomic attachment of organisms depicted in the drawing has been determined.
Observations sur le Genêt de l’Etna en Corse : Genista aetnensis (Biv.) DC. subsp. fraisseorum subsp. nova
Authors: Fridlender Alain
Published: June 2023

Observations about Etna broom in Corsica : Genista aetnensis (Biv.) DC. subsp.

fraisseorum subsp. nova.

Genista aetnensis is a well-known species from Sicily and Sardinia. Recently discovered in Corsica (1961) it has been considered introduced. On the contrary, based on morphology, ecology and distribution of populations, we claim that Corsican trees represent a new subspecies described hereafter. This endemic taxon is threatened by habitat destruction.
Designing Educational Farm Tours to Improve Consumer Trust in Modern Agriculture
Authors: Ferris Theodore , Smith Julia , Dunckel Mary , Cullens Faith , Kuschel Ashley
Published: June 2023

Breakfast on the Farm educational farm tours were introduced in Michigan in 2009 to improve consumer knowledge about, impressions of, and trust in modern food production. Over 89,000 participants have attended events on 40 commercial dairy, beef, crop, and fruit farms. This article addresses organization and funding of the events and some of their general impacts. Volunteers staff stations on topics such as animal care, food safety, nutrition, and water quality. Surveys indicate that attendees' impressions of and trust in farmers and food production improve and that product purchases increase. Events patterned after Michigan's model have occurred in several states and may be implemented elsewhere for similar purposes.
LITERATURE REVIEW: KOMUNIKASI SEBAGAI FAKTOR PENTING DALAM PENGEMBAGAN PERANGKAT LUNAK
Authors: Syahadiyanti Litafira , Raharja Alda , Pamudi
Published: June 2023

Sejumlah studi mencatat bahwa persentase kumulatif kegagalan sebuah proses pengembangan perangkat lunak disebabkan oleh kegagalan mengantisipasi spesifikasi kebutuhan. Untuk itu proses pemenuhan kebutuhan rekayasa perangkat lunak menjadi salah satu proses terpenting dalam pembuatan perangkat lunak. Pemenuhan persyaratan kebutuhan sistem seorang pengguna seringkali dipengaruhi oleh kemampuan, pemahaman dan komunikasi yang berbeda dengan cara berpikir dari personil pengembangan sistem. Pada penelitian ini, peneliti mengangkat topik tentang aspek komunikasi dalam rekayasa kebutuhan perangkat lunak. Peneliti mengkaji makalah - makalah dari penelitian terdahulu untuk merujuk pada suatu kesimpulan tentang aspek komunikasi pada proses pemenuhan kebutuhan perangkat lunak. Pada penelitian ini mengacu pada beberapa sudut pandang, yaitu : skala besaran proyek pemenuhan kebutuhan rekayasa perangkat lunak, metode pemenuhan kebutuhan rekayasa perangkat lunak dan juga bidang implementasi rekayasa perangkat lunak. Hasil dari penelitian ini menyatakan bahwa aspek komunikasi penting untuk proses pemenuhan kebutuhan perangkat lunak yang mempengaruhi keberhasilan proyek perangkat lunak.
A New Species of Werauhia (Bromeliaceae: Tillandsioideae) from Montane Cloud Forests of Costa Rica
Authors: Cascante-Marin Alfredo , Morales J. Francisco
Published: June 2023

Werauhia oenophylla Cascante & J. F. Morales (Bromeliaceae), a new species of Tillandsioid epiphytic bromeliad, is described from the montane forests of Costa Rica. The new species is related to W. umbrosa (L. B. Sm.) J. R. Grant by its compound inflorescence with several flowers in short (< 10 cm) lateral branches and coriaceous floral bracts that are longer than the pedicel. Werauhia oenophylla is distinguished by the combination of reddish-wine coloration on the abaxial surface of leaves and peduncle bracts and reddish-rose floral bracts. This species is only known from the country’s cloud forests in the Central Volcanic Mountain Range.
INVESTIGATION AND PREDICTION OF SEMI-CYCLE DISCONTINUOUS CHARACTERISTICS OF MATERIAL SYSTEMS FOR ADAPTIVE CLOTHING
Authors: Zimina Marina V. , Chagina Lyubov′ L.
Published: June 2023

The article presents the results of a study of semi-cycle discontinuous characteristics of materials systems for adaptive clothing of people with motor disabilities. The expediency of experimental evaluation of these indicators for a modern range of fabrics for clothing of this target audience is shown. The analysis of the results showed that the value of the discontinuous characteristics depends on the structural characteris- tics and the fibrous composition of the material systems and varies over a wide range. The change in the in- dicators of semi-cycle discontinuous characteristics of multilayer systems of materials in comparison with single systems is revealed. The effect of multicycle stretching on the strength of the materials under study has been established. The obtained mathematical dependences make it possible to predict the change in the breaking load during cyclic deformation, simulating the operating conditions of these materials. The results of experimental studies can be applied at the design stage of adaptive clothing
THE EFFECT OF HYDROXYL-CONTAINING LOW-MOLECULAR URETHANES ON HYGIENIC CHARACTERISTICS OF CLOTHING LEATHER
Authors: Kalukova Marina N. , Sysoev Vladislav A. , Garifullina Alfiya R.
Published: June 2023

In this paper, the main hygienic properties of clothing leather made from sheepskin treated with solutions of hydroxyl-containing non-isocyanate urethanes are investigated in order to reduce the use of chromium compounds. The article presents the values of vapour permeability, wetness, hygroscopicity, mois- ture loss, porosimetry data. It has been established that as a result of processing a semi-finished product of clothing leather from sheepskin with synthesised urethanes, the welding temperature increased by 5…9 °C. Indicators of hygroscopicity and moisture loss do not differ significantly from control samples. However, moisture capacity and wettability are reduced by 9…20 %, which indicates the additional ability of hydrox- yl-containing urethanes to partially hydrophobise. It has been experimentally proven that the use of non- isocyanate hydroxyl-containing urethanes as additional structuring agents for sheepskin clothing leather can significantly improve the quality of dressing and does not cause a negative impact on the hygienic parame- ters of the leather semi-finished product.
INFLUENCE OF THE TECHNOLOGICAL PARAMETERS OF LEATHER DRESSING ON THE PROPERTIES OF SEMI-FINISHED OSTRICH SKINS
Authors: Suhinina Tatiyana V. , Gorbacheva Maria V. , Gordienko Inna M.
Published: June 2023

The work is a study of the effects of pickling and tanning on the properties of ostrich tanning semi- finished leather to optimise leather dressing processes. Optimal regimes for raw hide tanning are developed through investigations and a series of experiments, using tanning agents - chromium compounds as well as combined tanning compounds such as chromium-aldehyde and chromium-sintane ones, are carried out. It is shown that the collagen fibre structure separation greatest degree was achieved after 5 and 7 hours of treatment in the pickling process. It is proven that all the selected classes of chemicals and their selected concentrations can be fully applied to leather dressing, if use ostrich raw materials for its intended purpose. However, in order to minimise environmental impact, the selected combined tanning compounds, which pro- vide a good retention of the dermis structural elements, are preferred for use.
EXPERIMENTAL VERIFICATION OF THE POSSIBILITY OF PREPARING A LINEN ROVING FOR SPINNING IN AN ELECTROCHEMICALLY ACTIVATED AQUEOUS SOLUTION
Authors: Rudovsky Pavel N. , Smirnova Svetlana G.
Published: June 2023

The article considers the possibility of creating a combined process of forming a non-twisted wet rov- ing and preparing it for spinning in order to obtain linen yarn. In the process of preparing the roving for spin- ning, an electrochemically activated aqueous solution (catholyte) with a redox potential of En = + 900 mV and a pH of pH = 10 was used. The corresponding technological regimes of the combined process of roving for- mation are determined. In the course of the experiment, the influence of the method of obtaining the roving (twisted and traditional twisted) on the quality indicators of the yarn was also tested. The paper presents the physical and mechanical properties of yarn obtained from twisted and twisted roving. It is shown that the use of an EChR solution when forming a twistless roving by the wet method and wetting it with this solution in the trough of a spinning machine makes it possible to obtain linen yarn of medium linear density with im- proved physical and mechanical properties compared to that produced from a roving obtained by traditional technology. It has been established that the twistless roving produced by the proposed technology has a sig- nificantly lower hairiness than the traditional twisted one.
Kristologi Pembebasan
Authors: Abialtar Abialtar , Lino’ Alfari , Tandirerung Lidya K.
Published: June 2023

This study aims to (1) describe the views of the Toraja people about the tana' system; (2) Analyzing the Christology of Liberation in correlation with the practice of the tana' system in Toraja and (3) Constructing a Christology of Liberation which brings a transformative function to the self-understanding of the Kaunan (servants) in church and social life. The method used is a qualitative method with an anthropological paradigm and an ethnographic approach through literature review and field research (interviews and observations). The results of this study found that the tana' system is understood as a social stratum or level in society that leads to duties and responsibilities that are accepted as a way of regulating social life. The Christology of liberation brings a transformative function to every land' that gives birth to love and justice. Love moves the nobility (the highest tana') to embrace and express concern for the people who are accepted as fellow creatures who are in the same image and similar to God as well as co-workers with God in the sphere of service. Likewise, love brings you to understand yourself as a creation that is in the same image and similar to God who has also been redeemed through Jesus Christ to feel worthy, embraced and loved.
Analisis Kinerja Perusahaan: Peran Good Corporate Governance pada Industri Sektor Pariwisata Dan Transportasi di Era Pandemi
Authors: Widiatami Anna Kania
Published: June 2023

Sektor pariwisata memiliki peran sebagai kontributor melalui penerimaan devisa negara pada perekonomian Indonesia. Dari tahun ke tahun tercatat terjadi peningkatan kunjungan wisatawan mancanegara secara signifikan ke daerah-daerah wisata di Indonesia. Namun ketika pandemic covid-19 melanda Indonesia, melumpuhkan hampir seluruh perindustrian di Indonesia. Fenomena ini mempengaruhi kinerja perusahaan tak terkecuali pada industri pariwisata. Kinerja perusahaan merupakan gambaran aktivitas perusahaan dalam penggunaan sumber daya secara efektif dan efisien untuk mencapai tujuan perusahaan. Kinerja perusahaan yang baik tidak terlepas dari peranan tata kelola perusahaan atau dengan istilah lain Good Corporate Governance. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meneliti mekanisme Good Corporate Governance, yaitu gender diversity, dewan komisaris, dan komite audit terhadap kinerja perusahaan. Penelitian ini menggunakan teknik purposive sampling memperoleh jumlah sampling sebanyak 114 sample dari perusahaan sub sektor pariwisata dan transportasi tahun 2019-2021. Teknik analisis data penelitian ini menggunakan analisis regresi berganda yang diolah dengan bantuan WarpPLS 8.0.  Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa gender diversity, dewan komisaris, ukuran perusahaan tidak berpengaruh terhadap kinerja perusahaan, sedangkan komite audit berpengaruh terhadap kinerja perusahaan akomodasi sub sektor pariwisata dan transportasi.
The Financial Analisis Efektifitas Pengelolaan Modal Kerja Dalam Meningkatkan Kinerja Keuangan Pada RSUD Bayu Asih Kabupaten Purwakarta
Authors: Badriah Lusiana , Avianti Widiya
Published: June 2023

Management of working capital hospital operational costs is the need for operational, to improve financial performance effectively and efficiently in accordance with the Permendagri number 79 of 2018 concerning BLUD. The aim  research is to determine the condition of working capital, to analyze the management of working capital with the financial performance of the hospital and to find out the turnover of working capital so that it is effective and efficient. Methodology uses a qualitative with a case study approach at Bayu Asih Hospital, Purwakarta. The research subjects of key respondents from the finance department and expert respondents, namely the vice director of general affairs and finance. The data analysis technique was triangulation of the results of observations, interviews, documentation of financial reports from 2017 to 2020 before the impact of the covid pandemic, classified based on themes and research findings and then analyzed using SWOT analysis. The results of research on working capital management in 2017 to 2020 are not fixed. Management of working capital to improve financial performance at BLUD Hospital pays attention to current assets and short-term liabilities so that it effectively and efficiently improves financial performance.
Take a(nother) Left at the Valley of the Shadow of Death: Revisiting the Queer Crossroads of Art, Religion, and Education of Big Gay Church
Authors: Wolfgang Courtnie N. , Rhoades Mindi , Cosier Kimberly , Sanders III James H.
Published: June 2023

In this excerpt from a chapter originally published in McNeil et al (2017), five queer art educators interrogate the intersections of religion, education, the arts, and LGBTQ identities through an annual performance session called "Big Gay Church" (BGC).  