bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Utilization of Mobile Maternal Health Services among Women of Reproductive Age in Makueni County, Kenya
Authors: Mumo Joyce , Tai Sarah , Kipkalom Rosebella
Published: June 2023

Purpose: The research sought to evaluate mobile maternal health service use among women within reproductive age in Makueni County, Kenya.

Methodology: An analytical cross-sectional study was carried out in Makueni County. Kibwezi East and Kaiti Sub-Counties were purposively selected. Ukia ward from Kaiti sub-county and Nzambani ward from Kibwezi East sub-county were randomly selected using folded pieces of paper. Both qualitative and quantitative data were collected. Questionnaires were the tools used for quantitative data while guides for key informant were used to collect data qualitatively. The study systematically sampled 367 women of reproductive age as primary respondents from households at a sampling interval of 5. Twelve Key Informant Interviewees were purposively selected to provide additional qualitative data which were community health extension workers and healthcare providers. The research instruments were pretested at Kilome Sub County before actual data collection. Analytical correctional statistical analysis was done using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences software version 20.0. Pie-charts, frequency tables and graphs were used to present data. Triangulation of data collected qualitatively with quantitative data was done and presented as direct quotes. Tests of Chi-Square were done at 95% CI and an error of precision of 0.05 to calculate inferential statistics showing variable associations. Ethical considerations were taken into account and informed consent acquired from participants.

Findings: The study concludes that 40.6% of respondents utilized mobile maternal health services in Makueni County. The most common service sought was antenatal care. Distance from health facilities was the main reason for using mobile maternal health services. Majority of individual factors such as average family income (p=0.001), parity (p=0.019), type of pregnancy related complication experienced (p=0.027) and awareness (p=0.006) influenced use of mobile maternal health services. About 59.9% of respondents had a positive attitude towards mobile maternal health services and attitude (p=0.010) significantly affected mobile maternal health service use. Further, the study concludes that most health system factors including facility distance (p=0.001), source of information (p=0.012), waiting time (p=0.004), affordability (p=0.013) and experience with healthcare providers (p=0.023) played a key role in influencing utilization mobile maternal health services.

Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: These results would inform policy makers to craft interventions seeking to advance mobile maternal health services utilization. This would further avoid preventable complications thus improving maternal and health outcomes of children in the country.
The Effectiveness of VAT in Alleviating Stress
Authors: Nair Vishnumaya , Kethar Jothsna
Published: June 2023

Stress is one of the leading problems in terms of health and thousands of people die from it every day. Additionally, stress is worse when you have a pre-existing medical condition. Stress has a major impact on millions of people worldwide and pain is often found in society. Stress is considered to be one of the leading epidemics in this world and there has to be a way to promote consistent mental well-being in humans. Vibroacoustic Therapy or VAT for short can be the solution to this problem. We can use low sound frequencies to improve the quality of human life and to heal people of the stress found in their lives. In this research paper, the question of whether VAT holds up validity in reducing stress levels will be answered and future implications of this therapy will be discussed. Although VAT can also reduce physical pain, the specific topic of stress will be discussed throughout this paper and a baseline of knowledge regarding VAT will be established so that other researchers can do further exploration into this topic.
Increasing Economic Development In Uganda
Authors: Mutabazi Alinda
Published: June 2023

Prior to the covid-19 pandemic, Uganda was growing steadily, with a GDP growth of 7.5 per cent in 2019 (World Bank 2020). However, the consistent growth has not changed the economic conditions of the people. There comes a time when African scholars must look past the common remedy which suggests only improving governance will stimulate further economic development; they must address the real issues hampering further economic development. How can Uganda ensure that economic development is increased by the Government to a point where it reflects in the life of the everyday Ugandan? In this essay, I will discuss the necessary steps Uganda must take to increase economic development to promote the economy's and its participants' economic well-being.
Parkinson’s Disease: An Overview on its Neurophysiologi-cal Effects and Potential Treatments
Authors: Pochiraju Santosha , Edgerton Mia
Published: June 2023

Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disease characterized by tremors and bradykinesia (slowing of movement and speed) all due to the loss of dopamine levels in the brain. The loss of dopamine containing neurons in the brain becomes progressive and affects different parts of the brain. Dopamine is essential to the brain as dopamine enables neurons to communicate and control movement, which is lacking with Parkinson’s Disease. In Parkinson’s, the neurons are vulnerable to degeneration because of its extensive amount of energy with its vast systems of neurons. As Parkinson’s currently has no cure, the vast majority of the Parkinson’s Population is experiencing death at quick rates as short term solutions are not able to become long term. This review article sheds light on the disease progress of Parkinson’s, possible therapies with visual and auditory cueing at the main focus, and the studies effects on the treatment and scientific research progression on Parkinson’s Disease.
Forensic Accounting Techniques and Procurement Practices in Federal Government Parastatals of Nigeria
Authors: Olabode Aremu , Moses Olayinka
Published: June 2023

Purpose: The application of forensic accounting techniques in public procurement practices helps to maintain value for money. Loss attributable to fraud in the public sector environment due to leakages in procurement practices, which in turn affected the economic growth and development of the nation. Evidence from literature showed that many public sector of Nigeria have not deployed forensic accounting techniques in deriving maximum value from government spending. Hence, the study investigated the effect of forensic accounting techniques on procurement practices in public sector of Nigeria. This study therefore examines the effect of forensic accounting techniques on procurement practices in Federal Government parastatals in Nigeria. The study adopted survey research design.

Methodology: The population of the study was 5 federal government agencies. Purposive sampling technique was used to select 2 agencies. The target population of the study was 131 accountants in the two agencies chosen- Nigeria Port Authority and Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority. Total enumeration was adopted. A validated and structured questionnaire was used to administer 131 copies of the questionnaire to the respondents. 126 copies were retrieved which represented 96% retrieval rate. The Cronbach alpha reliability coefficients ranged from 0.740 – 0.892. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential (multiple regression) statistics at 5% level of significant.

Findings: The result found that forensic accounting techniques had significant effect on value for money practice in public sector of Nigeria (Adj. R2 = 0.299; F (6, 125) = 14.352, p < 0.05).

The result also found that forensic accounting techniques had positive significant effect on procurement practices (Adj. R2 = 0.270, F (6, 125) = 12.562, p <0.05). The study concluded that forensic accounting techniques influenced value for money practices (measured by procurement practices) in federal public sector of Nigeria.

Recommendations: The study therefore recommended that government should formulate policy that will mandate the use of forensic accounting techniques in order to avoid leakages and achieve value for money in government businesses.
Törökország a választások után
Authors: Egeresi Zoltán
Published: June 2023

Az elemzés célja, hogy átfogó képet adjon a májusi választásokat követően hatalomra került török kormány előtt álló kihívásokról és az ezekre adható lehetséges válaszokról. A következő ciklus legégetőbb problémája a gazdaság egyensúlyban tartása lesz. A még mindig magas infláció és az alacsony jegybanki dollártartalékok az egész gazdaságot törékennyé teszik. Mehmet Şimşek pénzügyminiszteri kinevezését pozitívan fogadták az elemzők, mivel a hagyományos monetáris politikához való visszatérés lehetőségét látják benne, de a lényegi intézkedés, az alapkamat-emelés továbbra is kérdőjeles marad. Gazdasági szükségszerűségek miatt a török kormány igyekszik majd biztosítani az Öböl menti államokkal a további jó kapcsolatot, elsősorban annak érdekében, hogy megőrizzék a pénzügyi támogatást, ami már a választások idején is fontos szerepet játszott a líra stabilitásának fenntartásában. Miközben Ankara továbbra is fontos szerepet szán majd a keleti kapcsolatoknak, várható néhány pozitív gesztus a Nyugat irányába is, főleg azért, hogy visszatérjenek a befektetők. Ugyanakkor érdemi változás nem várható a kapcsolatokban.
Geopolitikai törésvonalak és FDI: globális és hazai vonatkozások
Authors: Goreczky Péter
Published: June 2023

A statisztikák szerint a közvetlen külföldi tőkeberuházások irányát egyre nagyobb mértékben befolyásolják a geopolitikai viszonyok. Az elemzés összefoglalja, milyen következményei vannak a geopolitikai törésvonalak mélyülésének a globális FDI-áramlásokra nézve, és arra a kérdésre keresi a választ, hogy milyen stratégiát célszerű követnie Magyarországnak ebben a környezetben. Az elmúlt években hazánk az USA szövetségeseinek számító országokból érkező cégektől és kínai vállalatoktól egyaránt nagy volumenű beruházásokat nyert el, köszönhetően a régió továbbra is erős tőkevonzó képességének, az elektromos járműipar kiépüléséhez kapcsolódó beruházásoknak, a nagy projektek megszaporodásának, illetve a Kínával meglévő pragmatikus gazdasági kapcsolatnak. A geopolitikai törésvonalak további mélyülése esetén azonban Magyarországnak is szembe kell néznie az el nem köteleződés kockázataival, amelyeket a keletről érkező FDI-n belüli diverzifikáció révén lehet csökkenteni. A blokkosodás erősödése esetén egyre összetettebb kérdéssé válik, hogy az egyes FDI-projektek mennyiben szolgálják valóban a nemzetgazdaság érdekeit. Ily módon szükségessé válhat a jelenleginél átfogóbb elemzése az egyes FDI projektek hatásainak.
Peran Penyuluh Pertanian dalam Pengendalian Hama Ulat Penggerek Batang Tanaman Padi yang Dilakukan oleh Petani di Kampung Desay Distrik Prafi Kabupaten Manokwari Provinsi Papua Barat
Authors: Carolina Diana Mual  , Satya Vidarma  , Yudhisa Henry Prabowo
Published: June 2023

Latar belakang: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mempelajari mengenai strategi yang diambil oleh penyuluh dalam melaksanakan perannya di kampung Desay, Distrik Prafi, Kabupaten Manokwari, Papua Barat serta mengkaji apa saja peran penyuluh yang mempengaruhi petani dalam pengendalian hama penggerek batang tanaman padi.

Metode: Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu, menggunakan metode Deskriptive kualitatif dengan Objek yang akan diteliti dalam penelitian ini adalah Peran Penyuluh Terhadap Petani Dalam Pengendalian Hama Ulat Penggerek Batang Tanaman Padi Oleh Petani sedangkan yang dijadikan subjek dalam penelitian ini adalah Penyuluh dan petani yang ada di Kampung Desay. Responden dalam penelitian ini diperoleh dengan menggunakan teknik purposive sampling yang menentukan kriteria-kriteria tertentu untuk dijadikan sebagai sampel penelitian. Pengambilan data pada penelitian ini dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode snowball/bola salju, yang mana data diambil dari beberapa sampel baik itu petani dan juga penyuluh melalui wawancara dan dokumentasi berapapun jumlah sampelnya apabila dirasa sudah cukup dan memenuhi target yang dimaksud dalam penelitian maka dapat dikatakan cukup. Analisis data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah dengan menggunakan Teknik analisisTrigulasi data, dengan model Miles dan Huberman yang memiliki 3 tahapan yaitu reduksi data, data display dan juga conclusion drawing.

Hasil: Hasil penelitian menunjukan, strategi yang diambil oleh penyuluh dalam melaksanakan perannya dilapangan yaitu, dengan melakukan kunjungan kelapangan untuk mengidentifikasi permasalahan yang menjadi kendala petani dalam melaksanakan usaha taninya.

Kesimpulan: Penyuluh akan melakukan koordinasi dengan pengamat hama apabila terdapat serangan hama dan juga penyakit. Setelah pengamat hama melakukan kajian, apabila hasil kajian menyatakan bahwa serangan hama sudah mencapai intensitas serangan yang perlu dilakukan pengendalian agar tidak menimbulkan kerugian ekonomi bagi petani, maka pengamat hama akan menurunkan bantuan dan penyuluh akan membantu dalam melaksanakan eksekusi dilapangan. Peran penyuluh yang mempengaruhi petani yang dilakukan dalam pengendalian hama penggerek batang tanaman padi yaitu sebagai seorang fasilitator.
Evaluasi Kinerja BPP Kostratani di Kabupaten Manokwari Provinsi Papua Barat
Authors: Yohanes Yan Makabori  , Berlyn Eka Aprianti  , Djaka Mastuti
Published: June 2023

Latar belakang:  Penyuluhan Pertanian memegang peranan penting dalam meningkatkan kualitas sumber daya petani. Dalam pelaksanaan sistem penyuluhan ada hambatan-hambatan yang mempengaruhi jalannya kegiatan dan keberhasilan penyuluhan. Faktor penghambat kinerja penyuluh apa saja yang mempengaruhi jalannya penyuluhan di wilayah kerja BPP tersebut.

Metode: Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif. Lokasi penelitian ini meliputi tiga Balai Penyuluh Pertanian (BPP) yang ada di daerah Manokwari Provinsi Papua Barat diantaranya BPP Nuni Distrik Manokwari Utara, BPP Warmare Distrik Warmare, dan BPP Marina Distrik Manokwari Barat. Penentuan informan dilakukan dengan Teknik Snowball Sampling. Sementara teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan observasi, wawancara mendalam dengan informan serta pemanfaatan dokumen tertulis. Teknik analisis data yaitu dengan cara reduksi data, penyajian data dan penarikan kesimpulan.

Hasil: Hasil yang diperoleh dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa proses pelaksanaan BPP Kostratani di Kabupaten Manokwari tidak berjalan efektif.

Kesimpulan: Lima fungsi kostratani menunjukkan berjalan dengan baik hanya pada proses pelaksanaannya sedangkan bentuk program tidak sesuai dengan kebutuhan BPP kostratani sehingga tidak berjalan efektif. Dari perbandingan ini menujukkan hasil pelaksanaan program tidak efisien dalam pencapaian tujuan.
Evaluasi Kinerja Penyuluh dalam Penyelenggaraan Penyuluhan Pertanian Lahan Kering
Authors: Rizka Dwi Astari  , Dwiningtyas Padmaningrum  , Eksa Rusdiyana
Published: June 2023

Pelaksanaan kegiatan penyuluhan pertanian di daerah lahan kering memiliki tantangan lebih dibandingkan di area lahan sawah, mengingat karakteristik dan kondisi lahan kering yang membutuhkan perlakuan secara khusus. Pendampingan penyuluh dibutuhkan untuk membantu petani dalam mengelola usaha taninya dan melakukan adaptasi terhadap kondisi kekeringan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi kinerja penyuluh pertanian dan menganalisis faktor-faktor yang menjadi hambatan dalam pelaksanaan penyuluhan. Metode dasar dalam penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan analisis deskriptif dan studi kasus. Model evaluasi yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah model evaluasi sumatif. Penentuan lokasi penelitian dipilih secara purposive, informan dipilih secara purposive sampling dan snowball sampling. Data dikumpulkan dengan wawancara mendalam (indepth interview), observasi partisipatif moderat, serta pencatatan dan dokumentasi. Analisis data dilakukan dengan redukasi data, penyajian data, interpretasi data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Validitas data yang digunakan yaitu triangulasi sumber dan metode. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kinerja penyuluh pertanian belum memenuhi seluruh indikator keberhasilan kinerja penyuluh pertanian yang tertuang dalam Permentan No. 91 Tahun 2013. Penyelenggaraan penyuluhan yang ada juga masih ditemui beberapa faktor yang menyebabkan terjadinya permasalahan baik dari dalam maupun luar kinerja penyuluh yang menghambat pelaksanaan penyelenggaraan penyuluhan dan kurang optimalnya kinerja penyuluh. Penyelenggaraan penyuluhan belum terlaksana secara optimal, sehingga diperlukan evaluasi untuk memperbaiki kinerja penyuluh dan meminimalisir permasalahan yang ada.
Persepsi Pekebun Swadaya terhadap Peremajaan Perkebunan Kelapa Sawit di Kabupaten Rokan Hulu
Authors: Dame Rohani Siahaan  , Evy Maharani  , Sakti Hutabarat
Published: June 2023

Tanaman kelapa sawit di Desa Batas Kecamatan Tambusai sebagian besar hampir memasuki umur non-ekonomis sehingga perlu direncanakan kegiatan peremajaan (replanting). Peremajaan kelapa sawit di Desa Batas merupakan kegiatan baru bagi pekebun sehingga perlu dianalisis persepsi pekebun terhadap peremajaan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis persepsi pekebun swadaya terhadap peremajaan kebun kelapa sawit dan menganalisis faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi persepsi pekebun terhadap peremajaan perkebunan kelapa sawit. Pengambilan sampel dilakukan menggunakan teknik purposive sampling dengan kriteria umur tanaman kelapa sawit telah berusia minimal 22 tahun. Jumlah sampel dalam penelitian ini adalah sebanyak 40 sampel. Tujuan penelitian pertama dianalisis menggunakan Skala Likert’s Summated Rating (SLR) dengan menggunakan metode skor untuk setiap pilihan jawaban. Terdapat enam aspek peremajaan yang diteliti yaitu aspek input, aspek finansial, aspek pasar, aspek kelembagaan, aspek teknologi, dan aspek teknis. Analisis data dilakukan dengan menggunakan analisis persepsi dan analisis linear berganda. Hasil yang diperoleh memperlihatkan persepsi pekebun terhadap peremajaan kelapa sawit secara keseluruhan termasuk dalam kategori sangat baik. Persepsi ini menunjukkan bahwa pelaksanaan peremajaan dapat diterima oleh pekebun di Desa Batas. Persepsi pekebun yang termasuk dalam kategori sangat baik terdapat pada aspek input, aspek pasar, aspek teknologi dan aspek teknis. Faktor-faktor yang berpengaruh signifikan terhadap persepsi pekebun terhadap peremajaan adalah umur, pendidikan, keaktifan mengikuti penyuluhan, tabungan, dan keikutsertaan dalam kelompok tani.
Efisiensi Biaya Peremajaan Kelapa Sawit Pola Swadaya di Desa Sei Putih
Authors: Daniel Noviardi Sitorus  , Sakti Hutabarat  , Didi Muwardi
Published: June 2023

Efisiensi biaya yang dimaksud dalam penelitian ini adalah mengendalikan biaya agar pertindak efisien yaitu hasil akhir tidak jauh menyimpang dari standar yang telah ditentukan dengan cara membandingkan biaya sesungguhnya denga biaya standar sehingga dapat dicapai suatu efisiensi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis perbedaan standar biaya peremajaan nasional dengan biaya peremajaan kelapa sawit swadaya dan mengetahui efisiensi biaya peremajaan pekebun swadaya. Penelitian ini dilakukan di Desa Sei Putih Kecamatan Tapung yang terletak di Kabupaten Kampar, Provinsi Riau. Kegiatan penelitian dilaksanakan pada bulan November 2020 sampai bulan Mei 2022. Studi ini menggunakan metode survei dengan teknik pengambilan sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah teknik sensus, dimana semua pekebun yang tergabung dalam kelompok tani Rezeki Baru dijadikan sampel. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan yaitu analisis deskriptif, untuk menjawab tujuan pertama, sedangkan untuk tujuan kedua menggunakan analisis efisiensi biaya peremajaan. Hasil penelitian ini memperlihatkan standar biaya nasional peremajaan kelapa sawit di daerah Riau pada tahun 2015 dan 2016 adalah sebesar Rp 62.762.000,-/ha, sedangkan biaya rata-rata yang dikeluarkan pekebun pada peremajaan kelapa sawit sebesar Rp 52.045.898,-/ha. Selisih biaya rata-rata peremajaan yang dikeluarkan pekebun dengan biaya yang ditetapkan pemerintah yaitu sebesar 17,07%.  Rasio efisiensi biaya menunjukkan nilai 82,93%, yang artinya peremajaan yang dilakukan pekebun kelompok tani Rezeki Baru tidak baik. Biaya peremajaan yang kurang efisien ini dikarenakan adanya kegiatan peremajaan yang telah ditetapkan oleh pemerintah tidak dilakukan oleh pekebun sebagaimana mestinya, sehingga mengakibatkan adanya perbedaan biaya yang dikeluarkan oleh pekebun.
Pengaruh Human Capital dan Social Capital terhadap Kemandirian Petani Jamur Tiram di Kecamatan Karangpandan, Kabupaten Karanganyar
Authors: Puspita Annisa Utami  , Suminah Suminah  , Eksa Rusdiyana
Published: June 2023

Pelaksanaan usaha tani jamur tiram membutuhkan modal untuk menjalankan usaha, termasuk didalamnya human capital dan social capital. Oleh karena itu, dalam pengelolaan modal yang dimiliki oleh petani ditentukan oleh kemandirian petani itu sendiri. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk 1) Menganalisis human capital, social capital, dan tingkat kemandirian petani jamur tiram di Kecamatan Karangpandan, Kabupaten Karanganyar, 2) Menganalisis pengaruh human capital terhadap kemandirian petani jamur tiram di Kecamatan Karangpandan, Kabupaten Karanganyar, dan 3) Menganalisis pengaruh social capital terhadap kemandirian petani jamur tiram di Kecamatan Karangpandan, Kabupaten Karanganyar. Metode dasar penelitian yang digunakan adalah kuantitatif dengan teknik survei. Pemilihan lokasi dilakukan dengan cara purposive di Kecamatan Karangpandan, Kabupaten Karanganyar. Pengambilan sampel menggunakan teknik sensus/sampling jenuh dan responden diambil sebanyak 32 petani. Analisis data menggunakan uji regresi linear berganda. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: 1) Human capital usahatani jamur tiram di Kecamatan Karangpandan Kabupaten Karanganyar berada pada kategori tinggi, social capital usahatani jamur tiram di Kecamatan Karangpandan Kabupaten Karanganyar berada pada kategori tinggi, dan kemandirian petani jamur tiram di Kecamatan Karangpandan Kabupaten Karanganyar berada pada kategori mandiri, 2) Variabel human capital berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kemandirian petani jamur tiram di Kecamatan Karangpandan Kabupaten Karanganyar, dan 3) Variabel social capital tidak berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kemandirian petani jamur tiram di Kecamatan Karangpandan Kabupaten Karanganyar. Implikasi teoritis berdasarkan riset ini adalah bahwa kemandirian petani (jamur) dipengaruhi oleh human capital dan tidak dipengaruhi oleh social capital. Berdasarkan hal tersebut secara manajerial petani perlu meningkatkan pengamalan, mengikuti pelatihan/penyuluhan, serta motivasi dalam berusaha tani.
Analisis Pendapatan Usaha Petani Milenial melalui Program Youth Entrepreneurship and Employment Support Services (YESS) di Kalimantan Selatan
Authors: Sudirwo Sudirwo  , Budi Santoso  , Angga Tri Aditia Permana
Published: June 2023

Kajian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pendapatan usaha petani milenial Program YESS di Kalimantan Selatan yang dipengaruhi oleh variabel pemberian bantuan modal berupa dana Hibah Kompetitif, pelatihan, dan pendampingan. Youth Entrepreneurship and Employment Support Services (YESS) merupakan program dilaksanakan Pemerintah Indonesia melalui Kementerian Pertanian bersama dengan International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) terkait pengembangan kewirausahaan muda dan ketenagakerjaan di bidang pertanian. Program ini berlangsung selama 6 tahun dari 2019-2025 dengan lokasi mencakup 4 provinsi antara lain Kalimantan Selatan, Sulawesi Selatan, Jawa Barat, dan Jawa Timur. Populasi dan sampel kajian adalah semua penerima manfaat bantuan modal dan Hibah Kompetitif tahun 2021 sebanyak 65 orang yang berasal dari 3 kabupaten (Tanah Bumbu, Banjar dan Tanah Laut). Pengujian hipotesis kajian ini menggunakan aplikasi SPSS dengan analisis regresi linier berganda. Hasil kajian melihatkan variabel bebas yaitu bantuan modal berupa dana hibah kompetitif, pelatihan dan pendampingan berpengaruh positif dan signifikan secara simultan terhadap variabel terikat yaitu pendapatan usaha petani milenial dari nilai R Square 61,4%. Sisanya 38.6% dipengaruhi oleh faktor lain yang tidak dijelaskan dalam kajian ini. Sedangkan hasil analisis deskriptif pendapatan usaha dapat diketahui jumlah kenaikan pendapatan dari petani milenial sesudah mendapatkan bantuan modal, pelatihan dan pendampingan naik sebesar 88,33%. Sedangkan petani yang pendapatan usahanya tidak berubah (tetap) ada 1,67% dan pendapatan usahanya menurun 10%.
Analisis Sifat Fisik Dedak Padi sebagai Pakan Ternak dari Beberapa Varietas Padi Lokal di Kabupaten Agam Sumatera Barat
Authors: Yesi Chwenta Sari  , Montesqrit Montesqrit  , Yetti Marlida  , Syafri Nanda
Published: June 2023

Salah satu potensi sumber daya pakan lokal di daerah Kabupaten Agam, Provinsi Sumatera Barat yaitu dedak padi. Dedak padi merupakan hasil sampingan penggilingan padi menjadi beras yang memiliki kandungan nutrisi cukup baik sebagai pakan ternak. Penelitian ini memiliki tujuan untuk menganalisis sifat fisik dedak padi dari beberapa varietas padi lokal di Kabupaten Agam, Sumatera Barat pada bulan September 2022. Rancangan percobaan yang digunakan adalah Rancangan Acak Lengkap dengan 6 perlakuan yaitu dedak padi IR 42, dedak padi Kuriak Kusuik, dedak padi Payuang Kuniang, dedak padi Randah Putiah, dedak padi Sokan, dan dedak padi Kuriak Aluih yang diulang 4 kali. Ulangan penelitian adalah waktu pengambilan sampel yang berbeda. Parameter yang diamati meliputi berat jenis, kerapatan tumpukan dan sudut tumpukan. Data yang diperoleh dianalisis dengan sidik ragam ANOVA, jika terdapat pengaruh berbeda nyata maka dilanjutkan dengan uji lanjut DMRT (Duncan’s Multiple Range Test). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan terdapat pengaruh yang berbeda sangat nyata (P<0.01) terhadap nilai berat jenis dan nilai kerapatan tumpukan serta berpengaruh nyata (P<0.05) terhadap nilai sudut tumpukan beberapa varietas dedak padi lokal di Kabupaten Agam. Hasil pengamatan nilai berat jenis, kerapatan tumpukan dan sudut tumpukan terbaik yaitu 1.46 kg l-1, 358.84 g l-1, dan 52.92o. Dedak padi dengan kualitas terbaik berdasarkan analisis uji sifat fisik meliputi berat jenis, kerapatan tumpukan dan sudut tumpukan terdapat pada dedak padi varietas padi lokal IR 42.
Pengaruh Pre-Cooking terhadap Kualitas Fisik dan Total Bakteri Dakgalbi Kaleng
Authors: Nurul Khasanah  , Endy Triyannanto  , Muhlisin Muhlisin
Published: June 2023

Pre-cooking disinyalir dapat menghilangkan lemak dan menambah keempukan daging pada produk dakgalbi kemasan kaleng. Penelitian ini memiliki tujuan mengetahui pengaruh lama pre-cooking terhadap kualitas fisik (pH, DIA dan hardness) dan total bakteri pada dakgalbi (ayam pedas korea) kaleng. Bahan utama yang digunakan pada penelitian ini antara lain daging ayam bagian dada, kentang, dan wortel. Bumbu yang digunakan pada penelitian ini antara lain saus gochujang, bawang putih, bubuk cabai, gula, jahe, merica bubuk, minyak wijen dan kecap asin. Perlakuan pre-cooking dengan metode pemasakan hot boiling (perebusan) pada suhu 90ºC yang digunakan pada penelitian ini yaitu 0; 2,5; 5; 7,5; dan 10 menit. Hasil pemasakan dakgalbi akan dikalengkan melalui proses sterilisasi suhu 121ºC selama 45 menit dan dilanjutkan dengan pengujian.  Data dianalisis menggunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) pola searah dan dilanjutkan uji Duncan’s Multiple Range Test (DMRT). Daya ikat air (DIA) berkisar antara 43,95 sampai 59,16%. Daya ikat air penelitian ini menurun dengan adanya perlakuan pre-cooking, akan tetapi tidak ada pengaruh nyata pada perlakuan 0; 5; dan 10 menit (P>0,05). Hardness pada kisaran 649,12 sampai 8439,10 gr. Hardness penelitian ini menurun dengan adanya perlakuan pre-cooking, akan tetapi tidak ada pengaruh nyata pada perlakuan 0; 2,5; 5 dan 10 menit (P>0,05). Berdasarkan penelitian yang dilakukan, tidak ada pengaruh nyata pada rentang pH 5,35 sampai 5,64 (P>0,05). Pre-cooking dakgalbi menunjukkan tidak terdeteksi adanya bakteri (ND) pada pengenceran 10-3 dan 10-4. Pre-cooking selama 5 menit disarankan untuk mendapatkan kualitas fisik dan total bakteri yang baik dengan waktu lebih efisien.
Autologous Fat Graft with Mechanical Activation for Chronic Ulcers – A Case Report
Authors: Andreoletti Stefania , Fondrini Riccardo , Veronesi | Alessandra , Bucci Flavio , Gorio Alfredo , Vinci Valeriano
Published: June 2023

In recent years, Autologous Fat Grafting (AFG) and related therapies using Adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs) have garnered increasing attention for their potential in regenerating tissue. However, the available literature exhibits substantial variation, making it difficult to determine whether AFG is superior to conventional wound care or other treatments. Based on our research findings and other evidence presented in the literature, it appears that adult mesenchymal stem cells from the stromal fraction of harvested fat play an active role in certain processes. Autologous fat, when activated by mechanical method, seems to have even more promising results. We present the clinical case of a 78- year-old male who suffered from right leg chronic osteomyelitis resulting in sporadic episodes of recrudescence and a chronic ulcer. As Autologous Fat Grafting (AFG) becomes increasingly recognized as a viable treatment option for cutaneous wounds, we have incorporated a novel approach to the Coleman technique by utilizing an orbital mechanical force of 97 G on adipose tissue for 6-10 minutes to activate the fat. The patient underwent weekly medications with a progressive improvement of his clinical picture. The treatment of ulcers by fat grafting activated is yielding encouraging results and, in our opinion, could become suitable in all types of ulcers as an additional or alternative procedure with low morbidity.
Unilateral Diaphragmatic Weakness After Stereotactic Radiotherapy of The Lung: A Case Report
Authors: Notenboom Marije C.A.W. , Praag John O. , Miedema Jelle R.
Published: June 2023

Stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) is the treatment of choice for patients with stage 1 non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who are medically unfit or those refusing surgery. SBRT is a modality which is well tolerated with respect to limitations on surrounding organs and contra-indications. With improving techniques and cancer treatments, patients have a longer life span, but it is known that radiotherapy can cause late-onset complications. We are reporting the case of a 77-year-old woman who was treated with SBRT because of stage 1 NSCLC. She received a total dose of 51 Gy in three fractions, prescribed to the 78% isodose line. Eight months after SBRT she developed progressive dyspnea and the CT scan showed an elevated left hemi-diaphragm. Potential causes were ruled out. The SBRT treatment was performed without other complications. To our knowledge this complication has not previously been described after SBRT. With constant improving cancer treatments and radio-therapeutic techniques, and better longevity, we could see an increase in long term toxicity in the future.
Influence of E-Governance Strategies on Service Delivery in Trans-Nzoia County-Kenya
Authors: Julius Sifuna W. , Simotwo Dr. Peter , Alexis Dr. Anthony
Published: June 2023

The purpose of the study was to establish the influence of e-governance strategies on service delivery in Trans-Nzoia County, Kenya. The specific objectives was to establish the effect of e-procurement strategy on service delivery in Trans-Nzoia County, Kenya, to evaluate the influence of e-health strategy on service delivery in Trans-Nzoia County, Kenya, to determine the influence of e-tax strategy on service delivery in Trans-Nzoia County, Kenya, and to find out the influence of e-human resource management on service delivery in Trans-Nzoia County, Kenya. The study was guided by technology acceptance theory, and disruptive innovation theory. This study adopted a descriptive survey research design. The target population of the study was 53 ICT staffs. The study utilized the census technique in coming up with the sample size of 53. Questionnaire was the main tool for data collection. A pilot study was conducted to test the validity and reliability of the research instruments. Research experts, comprising the supervisors, ensured that the content especially the questionnaire was relevant and appropriate for the study, ascertained content validity of the instrument. The study used Cronbach’s coefficient alpha to determine the reliability coefficient of the questionnaire. Data that was collected was checked for accuracy, cleaned and coded to facilitate analysis. Analysis was done using descriptive statistics that included frequencies, mean, percent, standard deviation as well as inferential statistics. The data was analysed with the aid of SPSS Version 25.0. Analysed findings were presented using tables and figures. The study findings were that E-procurement strategy had a positive and significant effect on service delivery (β=0.401, p<0.05), E-health strategy had a positive and significant effect on service delivery (β=0.463, p<0.05), E-tax strategy had a positive and significant effect on service delivery (β=0.331, p<0.05) and E-human resource management had a positive and significant effect on service delivery (β=0.510, p<0.05). This study concluded that E-procurement strategy, E-health strategy, E-tax strategy and E-human resource management had a positive significant effect on service delivery. The study therefore, recommended that ICT staff in the County should make more efforts in carrying out E-procurement strategy, E-health strategy, E-tax strategy and E-human resource management in order to service delivery.
An Overview of the Electoral Act, 2022
Authors: Dunoma Yahaya Alhaji , Benisheikh Baba Isa Sanda
Published: June 2023

The Electoral Act, 2022 is a legislation meant to guide the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) while conducting election in Nigeria. It is legal framework regulating the electoral processes in the country including the activities of political parties ranging from registration and merger. This article seeks to examine the Act in an abstract form using doctrinal means to analyse this novel legislation. It is observed that the legislation is perfect for the timing but was not implemented fully by the Commission in particular and Nigerians in general. To correct this anomaly, all stakeholders including the Commission need to put into use all vital provisions to give life to the legislation in all elections to come.
Ciclo de vida del pavimento orientado a su agrietamiento y mantenimiento
Authors: Huamán Contreras Anais Klelia Yadira , Murga Tirado Christian Edinson , Massa Palacios Luis Alberto , Olivera Chura Andrés
Published: June 2023

Se muestran los logros obtenidos después de la revisión sistemática realizada, en la cual se identificará las características de los estudios de las fases de vida de los pavimentos enfocados al agrietamiento y el cuidado, y el consenso alcanzado. Para lograrlo se revisó el banco de datos Redalyc,Web of Science,Scopus y Scielo, lo que dio como resultado 10 artículos que cubrieron los criterios de la materia. Teóricamente, la mayoría de los trabajos utilizan la teoría basada en normas. Para conocer a fondo y abordar los problemas de grietas en techos y ciclo de vida orientados al mantenimiento, se recomienda desarrollar estudios utilizando diversas muestras y una base de datos, donde se realice un procedimiento de revisión para verificar la información básica según el tema. Y en cuanto a la valoración, se da de acuerdo con fuentes de investigación nacionales e internacionales donde se comparan sobre ciertas variables y factores a considerar. Las aceras juegan un papel clave en la infraestructura vial porque proporcionan una superficie para caminar para vehículos y peatones. Sin embargo, con el tiempo, el pavimento está expuesto a diversas condiciones climáticas, cargas de tráfico y otros factores que pueden causar grietas y daños. Por lo tanto, es vital la comprensión del tiempo de vida del pavimento e implementar estrategias de mantenimiento efectivas para extender su vida útil y garantizar su funcionalidad. Este artículo examina al pavimento y su vida útil, centrándose en el agrietamiento y el mantenimiento adecuado.
RESILIÊNCIA DO CRISOTILA: UMA ABORDAGEM ÀS CARACTERÍSTICAS, RISCOS AMBIENTAIS, A SAÚDE E PROTEÇÃO JURÍDICA
Authors: Ribeiro Nunes Antônio José
Published: June 2023

O aproveitamento dos recursos minerais acompanha o homem desde a antiguidade. Nos dias atuais, a sociedade é atendida por produtos minerais, entre esses, o crisotila, mineral que colocou o Brasil como um dos grandes produtores mundiais. A problemática da pesquisa apresenta a seguinte indagação: quais condições gerais possibilitam a manutenção da atividade de mineração e industrialização do crisotila? O objetivo deste artigo é demonstrar quais as condições legais jurídicas e características do minério que garantem sua sobrevida operacional, ou seja, a resiliência do crisotila frente aos riscos de natureza tecnológica, ambiental e ocupacional nas atividades da mineração de amianto. Assim, para responder aos objetivos do estudo e a problemática apontada, optou-se por realizar uma pesquisa bibliográfica com base em fundamentos teóricos de autores, livros, sites de órgãos públicos, além de análise de ADI’s do STF. Pretendeu-se demonstrar as condições jurídicas que garantem a sobrevida do crisotila; os riscos operacionais; os efeitos e doenças ocupacionais causadas aos trabalhadores com exposições prolongadas ao mineral. Mesmo considerando todo o histórico de efeitos negativos ao ambiente e saúde, as ações jurídicas junto ao STF pela confederação nacional dos trabalhadores da indústria – CNTI, têm buscado alternativas para manutenção da atividade, diante da importância social e econômica do crisotila, justificado por diretrizes operacionais como extração controlada e inspeções através de ensaios de poluição ambiental, avaliação ocupacional, implantação de equipamentos de proteção coletiva e o uso obrigatório de EPI’s.
FIRST RECORD for WATERMELON NECROSIS DISEASE on WATERMELON CROP in IRAQ
Authors: K ZEWAIN Qais
Published: June 2023

This research was carried out during a severe unknown disorder epidemic wave was spread out on watermelon crop over all Iraqi provinces that causing significant economic losses to the farmers of this crop. The research included conducting a field survey covering about 183 hectares of watermelon fields during the spring agricultural season in four Iraqi provinces; Baghdad, Kirkuk, Erbil, and Penguin/Sulaymaniyah. According to this survey, the disease occurrence percentage ranged from 70-100% in Baghdad, Kirkuk, and Erbil, while it was around 10-20% only in the Penguin/Sulaymaniyah area. It is also noted that plants growing under the shade of trees or long intercropped crops like sunflower, were escaped from the infection. Despite many watermelon varieties cultivated by farmers during the survey year, no resistant or tolerant varieties were observed, and minor differences in their susceptibility were noticed. The disease is diagnosed as Watermelon rind necrosis (WRN) depending on intensive field and laboratory investigations conducted for this purpose. Bacteria were isolated from necrosis spots in the watermelon rind, but the same was isolated also from the healthy tissues in the watermelon rind with less intensity. A high correlation was found between disease occurrence and the amount of difference between night and day temperature during the first month before the fruit ripening. This research finding is considered the first record of watermelon rind necrosis (WRN) disease on the watermelon crop in Iraq
ANALYSIS STUDY OF BOUNDARY LAYER OF AIR FLOWING ON A FLAT PLATE
Authors: Burhan EZZAT Sarah , Khudair ABASS Yousif , Kamil JASIM Qusay , E. AHMED Ahmed
Published: June 2023

When the real liquid flows through a solid object or solid wall, the particles of the liquid stick to the boundary and a non-slip state occurs. In this paper, a practical and theoretical study was conducted to calculate and show the effect of fluid velocity on the thickness of the boundary layer and the local skin friction coefficient and a comparison between the theoretical and experimental results of laminar flow and turbulence along the flat plate at (5,10,15,20, cm). The results showed that the coefficient of skin friction decreases with the increase in the velocity of the liquid and that the velocity increases until it is constant (1m/sec) at the dimension x = 20 cm. The distribution of the velocity, friction coefficient, and thickness of the boundary layer are obtained analytically and experimentally and compared with the previously reported results, where good agreements are observed also the results also showed that there is an error ratio between the theoretical and practical values
THE USE Of MODULAR NETWORKS IN ARCHITECTURAL CONSTRUCTION METHODS
Authors: MEDHLOOM JUDDAH Ashwaq
Published: June 2023

Network and modular thought provide practical and effective solutions to many methodological problems that confront architectural design curricula and its professional practice. Hence, architectural research is supported in designing complex architectural formations, academically through students of architecture schools and professionally through practicing designers. The research achieves this by extracting an initial system that contains a theoretical structure and an applied mechanism for the use of modular networks. Research documents their conceptual references by historically documenting everything related to the concept of network thinking, modular design mechanisms, and systems of formation and formation.The research monitors with opinion questionnaires the local position academically and professionally and records the degrees of conceptual awareness of the modular networks, then analyzes them and shows its significant indicators and links them to the problems of network and modular design and their shortcomings and negatives. Its efficiency and the extent of interaction of architecture students and architectural designers with its stages and steps, Finally, the research extracts its conceptual definition, proposes the theoretical structure of the modular network concept and the final formulation of its applied research mechanism, and clarifies and supports the theoretical approach and application interaction
THE HISTOPATHOLOGICAL EFFECT OF HIGH DOSES OF MAGNESIUM ON KIDNEY
Authors: S. ALRAWI Roaa , A.JEBUR Lina , Qais JAWAD Layla
Published: June 2023

Trim Magnesium is the 4th win far over inexhaustible cation in the piecing together and plays an pennon physiological trade in many of its functions. Magnesium setting is maintained by renal correcting of magnesium reabsorption. The meticulous means of renal correcting is call for fully understood. The existent estimate aims to enthrall out the gain of daredevil everywhere of dietary magnesium metal, as its conclude on the characterization relations substantiate was empirical just about circumscribed of the renal tubules and changes within the physically constituents of the genre. The emolument showed wander the snotty publicity of magnesium has opposing peremptory on the kidney tissue in mean, trade on the renal tubules, in it was empiric wander the cells of the renal tubules had Psych jargon exceptional enlargement, which led to closure or narrowing of the renal tubules.
SYNTHESIS, SPECTROSCOPIC, THERMAL AND BIOLOGICAL STUDIES of SOME NOVEL METAL IONS COMPLEXES
Authors: Khider ABBAS Alyaa
Published: June 2023

In the current study, a novel heterocyclic azo ligand, 4-[6-(p-phenyl phenol)azo] cytosine(PAC), is synthesized through a general diazo coupling reaction with lanthanide ions [La(III), Nd(III), and Eu(III)]. The molecular formulae of the newly synthesized compounds were established using a variety of spectroscopic methods, including [FT-IR, UV-Vis, and HNMR], elemental analysis (C.H.N), thermal gravimetric analysis (TGA), magnetic measurement, molar conductivity measurement, stability constant, and Gibbs free energy. Using the mole ratio method, the complexes stoichiometry was determined using data from spectroscopic analyses of the complexes' solutions for the chosen ions. The metal to ligand mole ratio, however, was (1:2). When the biological effectiveness of each compound was tested against various bacteria and fungi strains, the results showed good activity when compared to the standard medication. additionally possess effective cancer prevention and dyeing performance
MODIFICATION OF WASTE POLYSTYRENE AND INVESTIGATION OF ITS CONDUCTIVE CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE ADDITION OF ANTHOCANDIEN PIGMENT DERIVED FROM EGGPLANT PEEL
Authors: Chelab MUHSEN Muhsen , Abualrahim ALI Hikmat , H. MALK Fatima
Published: June 2023

Anthocyanin dye was produced from eggplant peels in this study, and the influence of this dye on the electrical characteristics of polystyrene polymer was investigated. The conventional casting procedure was used to create thin films. The materials employed in these films were investigated using FTIR infrared spectroscopy, and if the results showed the presence of effective aggregates within the measured region, the chance to study the feature of voltage and current using the Keithley Series 2400 Source was given. It demonstrated a rise in current with rising voltage, indicating ohmic behavior, and the electrical conductivity value is 4.7*10- 12
DC ELECTRICAL CONDUCTIVITY OF TETRA-DIIMINOBENZENE-PAMINOBENZENEPHTHALOCYANINATO METAL (II) & (III)
Authors: A. HUSSEIN Nazar , M. IBRAHIM Thuraya
Published: June 2023

In this work a complex of Schiff base of tetra-diiminobenzene-P-amino benzenephthalocyaninato with tetra diimino-benzene as peripheral groups. The compounds were synthesized with different central metal ions(Al, Fe, Cu and Zn) were synthesized, identified by elemental analysis and spectroscopically, their dc electrical conductivity of their thin films were measured with and without iodine doping. The dc electrical conductivity of iodine doped thin films of the compounds were compared with iodine un-doped thin films of the compounds. The study shows that the measured dc electrical conductivity of the doped Schiff base has higher dc conductivity than un-doped. It shows that the conductivity of the bridged phthalocyanines of aluminum Schiff base has higher dc conductivity than the others, while planar phthalocyanines of zinc Schiff bases has lower dc conductivity. The study, also, shows that the peripheral groups on the phthalocyanine rings as the Schiff base have clear influence on the dc conductivity of all compounds. The stacking and the bridging of the phthalocyanine rings has also effect on the dc electrical conductivity. The bridged compounds have higher conductivity than unbridged compounds
DETECTION OF TRICHOMONAS VAGINALIS IN WOMEN WITH VAGINITIS IN MOSUL CITY
Authors: AZEEZYONIS AL-TAEI Khansaa
Published: June 2023

Trichomoniasis infection is one of the sexually transmitted diseases, and it is one of the most common organisms that cause inflammation. In the female reproductive tract, which is usually limited to the vulva, vagina and cervix. Trichomonas vaginalis infection is associated with a higher risk of HIV infection and pregnancy complications. The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence of vaginal trichomoniasis among married women in Lab of Alkhansaa teaching hospital and Private clinic for obstetrics and gynecology in Mosul city. And also study the effect of some factors that affect the spread of these parasites and the relationship of symptoms of disease to the presence of the parasite . This study was conducted on 120 married women attended to Al-khansaa teaching hospital and Private clinic for obstetrics and gynecology in Mosul city /Iraq from March 2022 to July 2022. (age range :20 -52 year) , information was collected From each woman including age , occupation, educational level, , pregnancy , any clinical symptoms such as vaginal discharge, itching, and others . each patient was examined by Dr.Salema Shukr Al-Khafaf using a sterile speculum to taken vaginal swabs , for direct microscopic examination