bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Diseño del Proceso Productivo para la Elaboración de Fibra Textil a Partir del Aprovechamiento de la Hoja de Piña.
Authors: Alvarado Bridihen , Delgado Johana
Published: May 2024

La industria textil es de las más contaminantes que hay actualmente. En esta industria, la fibra utilizada por excelencia es el algodón, la cual a pesar de tener cualidades deseables en el mundo textil resulta ser altamente contaminante, por la cantidad de agua necesaria para su cosecha. Por esto, resulta necesario incursionar en fibras alternativas que mitiguen el impacto ambiental de la industria textil convencional. Una solución a esto es utilizar desechos en procesos ya existentes. En el presente artículo se presenta como materia prima para la obtención de fibra textil las hojas de la cosecha de la fruta de la piña (Ananas Comosus L.), las cuales son consideradas desechos en la producción de este alimento. De esta forma. se puede convertir un desecho en un producto con valor comercial. El siguiente trabajo fue una propuesta de diseño productivo para la elaboración de fibra textil a partir del aprovechamiento de la hoja de piña. Para esto se hizo una revisión documental de los diversos tratamientos aplicados a la fibra de hoja de piña, para luego proponer una metodología que permita que la fibra pueda ser utilizada como materia prima en la industria textil. Esta investigación es un proyecto factible orientado a la solución de problemas mediante una propuesta de acción, para esto, además de la búsqueda documental se usa el criterio de expertos y la valoración de costos para estudiar el sistema productivo propuesto.
Seguimiento robusto del nivel de líquido en un sistema de tanques acoplados usando desigualdades lineales matriciales
Authors: TEPPA-GARRAN Pedro , Faggioni Miguel
Published: May 2024

Muchos de los métodos empleados en el control de procesos industriales se basan en la linealización de las ecuaciones del modelo matemático del sistema en el punto de operación. Esto ocasiona que se ignoren dinámicas del proceso y la pérdida de robustez del controlador. El control del nivel de líquidos en tanques es un problema básico en la industria de procesos. En este trabajo, el modelo no lineal de un sistema de tanques acoplados se representa exactamente como un sistema lineal de parámetros variantes (LPV). El vector de parámetros se define como una función de los niveles de los tanques que se suponen inciertos pero variando dentro de los límites tecnológicos de operación del sistema de tanques. Esto permite caracterizar el sistema LPV mediante un politopo dentro del rango de operación de los tanques y de esta forma, empleando desigualdades matriciales lineales (LMI), diseñar un controlador robusto que asegure el seguimiento con error de estado estacionario nulo, de señales de referencia usadas frecuentemente en la práctica y ciertas especificaciones deseadas en la respuesta transitoria a lazo cerrado.
Formulación de un Perfil UML para la Documentación de Sistemas Informáticos Bajo el Paradigma de Programación Orientada a Protocolos
Authors: Perez Maria , Rodriguez Sofía
Published: May 2024

En la actualidad, en el desarrollo de sistemas para el entorno Apple e incluso fuera de éste, se utiliza el lenguaje de programación Swift, considerado como el responsable del surgimiento del paradigma Programación Orientada a Protocolos (POP), POP presenta mecanismos de abstracción enfocados en proveer soluciones a defectos encontrados en el paradigma de Programación Orientada a Objetos (POO). Aunque POP es un paradigma ampliamente usado; no existe un estándar para su representación dentro del Lenguaje de Modelado Unificado UML. Adicionalmente, el nivel de madurez del lenguaje Swift, afecta procesos y herramientas dentro del ecosistema del lenguaje, como es el caso del compilador de documentación DocC. Por lo anterior, en este trabajo se propone una extensión de UML mediante la formulación de un perfil POP, definido por un conjunto de estereotipos, restricciones y valores etiquetados que representan las principales propiedades a nivel de diseño, como protocolos, estructuras y extensiones. De esta manera, se introduce una extensión formal para la representación de este nuevo paradigma en UML. Este aporte refuerza el papel de la documentación como una herramienta de descubrimiento de diseño a partir de código, además de contribuir con el avance del lenguaje Swift, permitiéndole desarrollos basados en Model Driven Engineering, MDE o Model Driven Development (MDD).
Dimensionamiento de un sistema de energía solar fotovoltaica para una vivienda familiar en Maracay, Edo Aragua.
Authors: Barroso Alexis , Ramírez Luis
Published: May 2024

Venezuela posee recursos en energías renovables como la solar que permitirían diversificar la matriz energética, un caso de aplicación es la fotovoltaica que ha venido creciendo su implementación a nivel mundial. Al presentarse racionamientos eléctricos en el país, se hace necesario soluciones rápidas y cónsonas con el ambiente y en directa vinculación con los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS). Este trabajo tiene como objetivo diseñar una  alternativa para la generación de electricidad a nivel residencial, en una vivienda tipo, ubicada en la región central del país. Para el diseño se considerado equipos disponibles en el país y que cumplan con normas de calidad internacional. Con la demanda tipo residencial media, se obtuvo un sistema de paneles fotovoltaicos de 2,2 kWp, con respaldo de baterías mayor a 6 horas y un inversor de 6 kVA. La producción de energía de este sistema fotovoltaico depende de los índices de radiación solar del lugar, pero el país ofrece condiciones idóneas para la explotación de este tipo de energía.
POVERTY LINE, POVERTY THRESHOLD, POVERTY FORECASTING, METHODS
Authors: Jafari Pejman
Published: May 2024

In this article, the author focuses on poverty and its consequences. The SBM method was used to calculate the poverty threshold, which helped to determine the upper and lower limits of poverty and forecast the poverty rate for the next three years. The data set entries included income, education, healthcare, and basic needs from 2020 to 2022.

These inputs were used to calculate the poverty threshold. The problem-solving steps included making the dataset dimensionless, finding slacks, calculating variable weights, and then calculating poverty through Y = λ Income * (Norm. Income) + … + λ Basic Needs (Norm. Basic Needs). The poverty lines (Y) were determined to be 0.527, 0.568, and 0.628 from 2020 to 2022, respectively. The next part focused on calculating the poverty limits. The upper limits (UL) were calculated as “Poverty Line + (λ max * Sum of Slacks)” and the lower limits (LL) were calculated as “Poverty Line - (λ min * Sum of Slacks).” The results from 2020 to 2022 were 1.041, 0.087, 1.010, 0.144, and 1.033, 0.300, respectively. The innovation at this stage was to find bandwidth as an indicator of the intensity of poverty. Finally, the last stage focused on forecasting the Poverty threshold. The average annual growth rate (AAGR) was used to calculate the increasing coefficient of the regression line through [(Ending Value / Beginning Value) ^ (1 / Number of Years)] – 1 formula and found to be 0.09 or 9%. By this stage, 0.685, 0.746, and 0.813 were forecasted as the poverty rates for the years 2023-2025. The kind of poverty diagnosed at this stage was progressive.
THIẾT KẾ ỨNG DỤNG LẬP TÁC NGHIỆP CẮT TRÊN NỀN TẢNG MS EXCEL VẬN DỤNG VÀO CÔNG TÁC GIẢNG DẠY NGÀNH CÔNG NGHỆ MAY
Authors: Trí Nguyễn Hữu , Đào Trần Thị Anh , Hồng Đỗ Thị Thu , Lộc Trương Thị Xuân , My Nguyễn Thị Cẩm
Published: May 2024

Mục tiêu đề tài này là thiết kế một ứng dụng trên nền tảng Excel để nhập dữ liệu đơn hàng may mặc và hỗ trợ đưa ra các phương án giác sơ đồ cắt phù hợp. Đề tài lập ra giao diện để khởi động ứng dụng, giúp người sử dụng khai báo thông tin đơn hàng, số lượng size, số màu vải, xác định tỷ lệ ghép cỡ vóc và lập các bảng tính cho dữ liệu đầu ra là các sơ đồ. Ứng dụng này cũng hỗ trợ lập các tài liệu chuẩn bị cho việc giác sơ đồ, tính định mức vải và thống kê số liệu bàn cắt. Kết quả thử nghiệm ứng dụng này với hai đơn hàng trên hai nhóm 112 sinh viên ngành dệt may cho thấy: số sơ đồ ghép và số bàn cắt tính bằng ứng dụng ít hơn so với tính thủ công. Thời gian lập kế hoạch cũng rút ngắn hơn. Ứng dụng này có thể hỗ trợ công tác đào tạo, trong giảng dạy nghiệp vụ ghép sơ đồ, tính số bàn cắt, lập tác nghiệp cắt cho sinh viên ngành dệt may. Sinh viên có thể rút ngắn thời gian tính toán, giảm thiểu sai sót so với việc lập kế hoạch thủ công, tự động hóa công việc và thuận tiện lưu trữ dữ liệu.
История интродукции некоторых видов чужеродных кожеедов (Coleoptera: Dermestidae) на территорию Российской Федерации
Authors: Ершова Н.И. , Ушкова М.В.
Published: May 2024

Статья посвящена описанию истории расселения некоторых синантропных видов кожеедов на территории России и его зависимости от экоклиматических и других факторов. Целью нашего исследования было проведение инвентаризации на региональном уровне на территории России фаунистического состава успешных инвазий синантропных видов Dermestidae путем анализа литературных источников за последние 150 лет. Было выявлено 19 видов: Anthrenus picturatus picturatus Solsky, 1876, Attagenus gobicola Frivaldszky, 1892, Attagenus smirnovi Zhantiev, 1973, Attagenus unicolor simulans Solsky, 1876, Attagenus unicolor unicolor (Brahm, 1791), Dermestes ater DeGeer, 1774, Dermestes frischii Kugelann, 1792, Dermestes haemorrhoidalis Küster, 1852, Dermestes maculatus DeGeer, 1774, Megatoma tianschanica Sokolov, 1972, Reesa vespulae (Milliron, 1939), Тhylodrias contractus Motschulsky, 1839, Trogoderma angustum (Solier in Gay, 1849), Trogoderma glabrum (Herbst, 1783), Trogoderma quinquefasciatum Jacquelin du Val, 1859, Trogoderma teukton Beal, 1956, Trogoderma variabile Ballion, 1878, Trogoderma versicolor (Creutzer, 1799) Trogoderma inclusum LeConte, 1854, а также 4 случаев элиминации чужеродных видов в отдельных регионах. Количество чужеродных видов синантропных кожеедов увеличилось с пяти видов в 1870 г. до 19 видов в 2020 г. При этом среди вредителей запасов растительного происхождения число видов увеличилось с двух до семи, а кератофагов – с трех до 12. Небольшое ускорение динамики вселения чужеродных видов отмечено на рубеже XIX и XX веков, а заметное ускорение произошло после 60-х гг. ХХ века. Изменения динамики вселения чужеродных видов тесно связаны с увеличением доли городского населения и изменением экоклиматических условий в помещениях. Обсуждается существенное значение «биотического дождя» на начальном этапе формирования популяций и для поддержания стабильного существования синантропных популяций. Описаны 4 случая элиминации синантропных популяций видов Trogoderma versicolor, Trogoderma quinquefasciatum, Attagenus augustatus, Dermestes ater.
Использование особенностей микроморфологии поверхности семян сорных растений Securigera varia (L.) Lassen и Coronilla scorpioides (L.) W.D.J. Koch для их идентификации в фитосанитарной практике
Authors: Разумова Е.В. , Орлова Ю.В. , Кулакова Ю.Ю.
Published: May 2024

Сорные виды семейства Бобовые (Fabаceae) часто засоряют зерновую продукцию, снижая ее качество. Видовая идентификация семян этой группы сорных растений в испытательных лабораториях проводится по комплексу видимых морфологических макропризнаков методом световой микроскопии. При этом во многих случаях достоверно установить видовую принадлежность семян бобовых затруднительно по причине значительной морфологической схожести диаспор. В современных исследованиях особенности микроморфологии поверхности семян успешно используются для идентификации других таксонов различных рангов. Однако, использование микропризнаков семян в практике фитосанитарной диагностики обычно затруднено из-за долгой пробоподготовки образцов и отсутствия необходимого оборудования высокого разрешения. Эти трудности легко преодолимы с помощью современного сканирующего электронного микроскопа Hitachi TM4000Plus, который позволяет проводить исследование сухих образцов в режиме низкого вакуума без их дополнительной пробоподготовки. В работе методом сканирующей электронной микроскопии (СЭМ) проведено исследование микроморфологии и ультраскульптуры поверхности семян сорных видов семейства Fabаceae – Securigera varia (L.) Lassen и Coronilla scorpioides (L.) W.D.J. Koch – в целях оценки диагностической значимости микропризнаков при их идентификации. Объектами исследования послужили образцы семян из научных гербарных коллекций (МНА, LE, VOR), а также собственные карпологические и гербарные материалы, собранные авторами в различных районах европейской части России в ходе экспедиционных выездов 2021–2022 гг. В процессе изучения выявлены основные различия во вторичной ультраскульптуре боковой поверхности семени, в первичной, вторичной и третичной ультраскульптуре области около рубчика, а также в форме микропиле и размере рубчика. Эти различия могут служить новыми достоверными диагностическими микропризнаками при идентификации исследуемых видов. Применимость данных микропризнаков в области фитосанитарной диагностики обсуждается в работе.
La implantación de la energía eólica y su incidencia en la vertebración del territorio aragonés
Authors: Bernad Mainar Rafael
Published: May 2024

La energía constituye una necesidad vital para todos los seres humanos, en casi todos los ámbitos de la vida. Por ello, deviene fundamental estudiar algunos de los principales problemas actuales, desde un punto de vista tan trascendental como el jurídico. Para clarificar algunas de las cuestiones planteadas respecto a dicha energía, y desde una perspectiva jurídica, nace esta obra del Grupo de Investigación ECONOMIUS-J. Se trata de ahondar en la investigación desarrollada con anterioridad, y expuesta en la primera obra del grupo de esta índole, titulada Visión sociojurídica de la energía eólica: una nueva realidad transformadora. Esta segunda obra permite trazar algunas líneas maestras respecto a lo que está sucediendo y lo que puede ocurrir en años venideros. El punto de partida de la obra se ha centrado en algunos de los aspectos claves que están afectando, desde hace un tiempo, a la población, como son las políticas públicas enfocadas a la implementación de las energías renovables. Esta obra ofrece reflexiones y planteamientos respecto a la situación actual de las energías renovables, sin descuidar su posible evolución. En definitiva, cuestiones que tanto el legislador como la propia sociedad deberán plantearse. De obras como esta podrán extraerse no solo análisis de los problemas actuales, sino también posibles soluciones aplicables para la reducción de emisiones y la obtención de una energía limpia, sin perjuicio de los derechos de las personas.
Enhancing critical learning through an adaptive web application: A case study of lower secondary school students studying artificial intelligence technology
Authors: Autthawuttikul Siwanit , Laisema Sitthichai , Rodkroh Pornpimon
Published: May 2024

This research aims to develop and study the effects of an adaptive web application on critical learning of artificial intelligence technology in students under the Suphan Buri and Nakhon Pathom Secondary Educational Service Area Office. The sample was divided into two groups: 4,264 lower secondary school teachers that were surveyed to create a needs analysis on media use, teaching management and readiness to use technology and a second group of 709 lower secondary school students who volunteered to use the adaptive web application. The research instruments consisted of 1) an opinion and guidelines survey for developing the adaptive web application, 2) an adaptive web application to enhance learning of artificial intelligence, 3) a learning style assessment, 4) a critical learning test on artificial intelligence technology, and 5) a student opinion questionnaire. Data were analysed using content analysis, frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, need assessment, one-way ANOVA, and hypothesis tests by paired sample t-test. The results showed that 1) the conditions for media use, teaching management and readiness to use technology were at a high level; 2) there was no significant difference between pre-test and post-test scores at 0.05 significance; 3) there was no significant difference between pre-test and post-test scores among the student learning styles at 0.05 significance; 4) there was no significant difference in the frequency of media use classified by learning style at 0.05 significance; and 5) the students’ opinions toward learning activities via an adaptive web application was at the highest level (M = 4.59, SD = 0.49).
Policy recommendations for workers returning to their hometowns: A case study of Phitsanulok province, Thailand
Authors: Jarernpanit Thannapat , Chalorwong Chanidapha , Senanimitr Thoranin , Anuttarangoon Rata , Jitnukul Alongkorn
Published: May 2024

This article examines the socio-economic impacts and experiences of the workers who returned home in Phitsanulok province during the COVID-19 crisis in Thailand from 2021 to 2022. The study utilizes a mixed-methods approach, including quantitative research involving 385 workers returning home in nine districts of Phitsanulok province, as well as qualitative research through in-depth interviews with 18 workers. The analysis of the collected data incorporates the concepts of social mobility and public policy. The findings reveal that a significant proportion of the workers who returned home, mainly aged between 23–40 years, chose to return to their hometowns for a period exceeding 12 months. These individuals were primarily recent graduates and low-skilled workers employed in the service and industrial sectors. They mostly belonged to the lower middle class, with an average monthly income ranging from 5,000 to 10,000 baht. The study highlights the socio-economic impacts of the COVID-19 crisis, including income reduction, increased household debt, and a decline in overall quality of life. As a result, the research puts forth policy recommendations aimed at the state welfare policy, advocating for the establishment of an income welfare system, the promotion of local industry development to foster employment opportunities, the facilitation of reskilling and upskilling initiatives aligned with 21st-century occupations, and the decentralization of power to local authorities to enhance the quality of life and public services for the local population.
Teachers’ perspectives of, and strategies for, promoting the social and emotional learning of preschoolers: A comparative study of Thailand and the republic of Korea
Authors: Khayankij Sasilak
Published: May 2024

Social and emotional learning has emerged as an important competency in the national curricula of several countries, inducing their schools to shift their focus solely from academic development to include promoting social and emotional learning competencies. This study compared how Thai and Korean pre-service and in-service pre-K teachers perceive social and emotional learning and implement social and emotional learning strategies in classrooms. The sample was 336 Thai and Korean senior early childhood education students and Thai and Korean pre-K teachers; the return rate was 67% (224 people). Data from an e-questionnaire and 12 semi-structured interviews were analyzed. Thai pre-service teachers had a lower mean score compared with other groups (significance level .05). All groups implemented social and emotional learning in daily routines rather than in just direct teaching. Some variables (age, practicum experience, teaching experience, social and emotional learning studies in teacher training degree, special educational needs teaching experience) positively correlated at a low level to teachers’ perspectives of social and emotional learning and strategies for promoting social and emotional learning in young children; the number of preschoolers in the classroom had a low-level negative correlation. Therefore, teacher preparation programs and professional development should train teachers to use a variety of social and emotional learning strategies in the classroom.
Interreligious dialogue for the earth: Ecological spirituality in the poetry of Mary Oliver and Thich Nhat Hanh
Authors: Pradittatsanee Darin
Published: May 2024

This paper examines the poetry of two contemporary writers from divergent religious backgrounds: American poet Mary Oliver (1935–2019) and Vietnamese Zen monk Thich Nhat Hanh (1926–2022). Taking a comparative approach to examine the writers’ ecological spirituality, it attempts to examine how Oliver and Nhat Hanh envision self, nature, God, and spirituality in Devotions: The Selected Poems of Mary Oliver (2017) and Call Me by My True Names: The Collected Poems of Thich Nhat Hanh (1999) respectively. It demonstrates striking affinities of the two poets’ visions, arguing that they are kindred spirits despite their different religious backgrounds. It examines how each writer’s perception of self and nature is founded upon their religious ideas and how their spirituality is, in turn, enhanced by this ecological vision. While Oliver’s spirituality is based upon her belief in God’s immanence in nature and thus her view of nature as God’s body, the Buddhist notion of interbeing is the bedrock of Nhat Hanh’s perception of self in relation to other things. Both similarly emphasize the significance of contemplative practice in nature as a means to achieve an insight into divinity or interbeing. Furthermore, this paper shows how the reading of the two writers in juxtaposition with each other invites an interreligious dialogue of the Buddhist and Christian poets. It employs its comparative analysis of the two writers as a case study to reflect upon possibilities for a fruitful interfaith dialogue in our attempt to nurture our spiritual lives and foster our bonds with nature.
Detection of mealybug infestation on the Khasi Mandarin orange plant using electronic nose
Authors: Hazarika Sudipta , Coudhury Rajdeep , Borah Lakhi Nath , Phukan Arindam , Sarma Utpal
Published: May 2024

Mealybugs pose a serious threat to fruit crops leading to premature leaf and fruit drops which severely affects the yield as well as the quality. Primarily pest detection is done with the help of human/animal scouting, which is cumbersome and prone to error. This paper studies the feasibility of using an electronic nose (E-Nose) for detecting mealybug infestation in Khasi Mandarin orange plants. Plants normally release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) which can act as biomarkers for specific stresses affecting the plant. These VOCs can be analyzed to diagnose the plant. VOCs emanating from leaf samples of both infested and healthy plants were analyzed using a custom-made E-Nose system containing an array of commercially available gas sensors. Dimensionality reduction techniques using principle component analysis, and linear discriminant analysis and optimized classification algorithms like support vector machine and random forest were employed to check for the discriminating capability of the E-Nose system. The technique successfully classified samples belonging to infested and healthy categories in both the classifiers with accuracies of 95.66% and 96.70%.
Evaluation of waiting time and associated factors influencing patient satisfaction levels in an outpatient department: A case study of government hospital in Sierra Leone
Authors: Jalloh Abdulai Alpha , Nwosu Laurine Chikodiri , Baysan Semra
Published: May 2024

The issue of waiting time has received little attention in the delivery of healthcare services in Sierra Leone. The time spent waiting in the hospital has been considered a major indicator in measuring healthcare quality and patient satisfaction with services. However, long waiting time have constituted a substantial impediment to maximizing healthcare quality. This quantitative study employed data collected from 347 patients in an outpatient department using an online survey. The data collected was analyzed using SPSS version 20. Correlation and regression analyzes were conducted to test the relationship and impact among the variables. The findings revealed an overall dissatisfaction with the waiting time to see a doctor, the behavior and professional competency of medical staff, and the service delivery. Furthermore, significant values were obtained for the correlation and effect between the constructs (p<0.05). Therefore, it is recommended that training on effective communication skills should be provided to address perceptions of ill behaviors from hospital staff and aid better working relationships among caregivers, patients and families. The government and hospital administrators should also introduce an online appointment booking system to minimize waiting time.
Association of occupational noise exposure and stress in automotive parts manufacturing workers
Authors: Onmek Nutthajit , Kengtrong Bordeerat Narisa , Wangwongwatana Supat
Published: May 2024

The objective of this study was to study occupational noise exposure and personal factors associated with health outcomes, stress, and cortisol levels. This study included 148 automotive parts manufacturing workers. Questionnaires were used to collect general data and assess stress levels. Noise measurements and samples of cortisol in the urine were taken. It is found that the workers exposed to noise ≥80 dBA had more anxiety, concern, phobias, and depression than those exposed to lower levels. Individuals with mental illnesses had higher cortisol levels. Some stress symptoms were associated with higher cortisol levels. People exposed to noise ≥80 dBA showed a higher prevalence of comorbidities related to obesity, cardiovascular disease, and hypertension than those exposed to noise <80 dBA. In conclusion, noise at work has a lower impact on workers than factors such as sex or stress level. However, this study found an association between stress symptoms and perceived stress with loud noise levels. Our findings point to occupational noise exposure as a potential stressor, with its effects exacerbating stress. Caution should be exercised, especially for workers who have personal traits that make them susceptible to stress.
Peran Metode Kontekstual untuk Meningkatkan Pemahaman Materi Mata Pelajaran Pendidikan Agama Buddha pada Siswa
Authors: Sutikno Yadi , Chowmas Dharmaji , Angraini Yunita
Published: May 2024

Based on observations, there has not been much research on the role of the Contextual Method to increase students' understanding of the subject matter of Buddhist Religious Education. Even though the research mentioned above must be carried out to reveal information related to the role of the Contextual Method to increase students' understanding of the subject matter of Buddhist Religion Education. Based on these observations, research will be carried out on the role of the Contextual Method to increase students' understanding of the subject matter of Buddhist Religious Education. This study uses a qualitative method with a type of literature study. The results of this study are the role of the Contextual Method which is able to increase students' understanding of Buddhist Education subjects because the use of the Contextual Method can make students connect their subject matter with their daily lives and because their understanding increases, students can easily understand their lessons in class or at school. school. Then, when students understand the subject of Buddhist Education, it will make it easier for students to do the exercises given by the teacher in class. Then, understanding the subject matter by students will make students able to easily answer homework or homework given by the teacher. Furthermore, understanding the material by students can make students able to easily work on exams carried out by their teachers in class or at school.
Peranan Guru Pendidikan Agama Buddha Dalam Meningkatkan Sila Pertama Pancasila Buddhis Pada Peserta Didik Kelas VII Di SMP Maitreyawira Palembang
Authors: Saputra Hendra , Jelita Rida , Hosan Hosan
Published: May 2024

The knowledge about the Five Principles of Buddhism is the life foundation of every Buddhist generally and students specifically. Therefore, this research aims to improve the application of the first principle of the Five Principles of Buddhism among the seventh grade students at SMP Maitreyawira Palembang. In this research, the descriptive qualitative method is used. This method intensively learns the background of the current situation, and the environmental interaction according to the social units comprising: individuals, groups, institutions or society. Based on the data analysis, it was found that the role of a teacher as a motivator can motivate and help the students build a strong will and hope so that their life style can abide by the first principle. Besides, the role of a teacher as an inspirer using learning media can inspire the students to apply the first principle of the Five Principles of Buddhism. It is hoped that his research has a contribution for both teachers and students in practicing the Five Principles of Buddhism, especially the first principle, and for enriching the study of Buddha Dharma in Indonesia.
Penerapan Metode Diskusi untuk Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Pendidikan Agama Buddha pada Siswa Kelas VII SMP Maitreyawira Dumai
Authors: Ahong Ahong , Hosan Hosan
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this action research is to determine the implementation of learning and the application of the discussion method to improve learning outcomes of Buddhist education in class VII students of SMP Maitreyawira Dumai. The results of the research with the procedures for planning, implementing, observing, and reflecting. It has been implemented well, which is indicated by the increase in learning outcomes and character understanding, the average score of students shows an increase in understanding from 70 in the pre-cycle increasing to 73 in the first cycle, increasing to 90 in the second cycle until all students complete (≥74 KKM ) in receiving character-based Buddhist lessons, in percentage there was an increase in understanding of 20% in the first cycle and 30% in the second cycle to 100%. This shows that the application of the discussion method was successfully understood by the students, the Buddhist teacher was more involved in the activeness of students in learning with the discussion method with a seating arrangement pattern which was considered effective and enjoyable.
Implementasi Pendidikan Karakter Melalui Mata Pelajaran Agama Buddha Pada Siswa Kelas IX SMB Vimala Maitreya Pancur Jaya
Authors: Anen Anen
Published: May 2024

This study aims to describe the implementation of character education learning at SMB Vimala Maitreya Pancur Jaya. Classroom Action Research Model (CAR) as a class IX student respondent as many as 30 students. The results of research with procedures for planning, implementing, observing, and reflecting. It has been well implemented, as shown by the results of learning and character understanding, the average value of students shows an increase in understanding from 70 in the pre-cycle to 76 in cycle I, increasing to 82 in cycle II until all students have completed (≥70 KKM) ) in receiving character-based Buddhism lessons, in terms of percentage there was an increase in understanding of 30% in cycle I and 17% in cycle II to 100%. This shows that the understanding of character education is successfully understood by students, Buddhist teachers more actively involve students in character lessons with group discussions on themes such as religion, honesty, discipline, and courtesy.
Moderasi Beragama di Indonesia dalam Perspektif Persekutuan Allah Tritunggal Menurut Leonardo Boff
Authors: Marcelino Bramantyoko Jie
Published: May 2024

Studi ini membahas moderasi beragama di Indonesia dalam perspektif Persekutuan Allah Tritunggal menurut Leonardo Boff. Kontribusi dari studi ini adalah sumbangan nilai-nilai persekutuan Allah Tritunggal menurut Leonardo Boff bagi moderasi beragama di Indonesia yang plural. Studi ini bersifat deskriptif kualitatif dengan menggunakan metode literature review tentang moderasi beragama dan buku-buku Leonardo Boff. Studi ini menemukan bahwa persekutuan Allah Tritunggal menurut Boff dapat menjadi model atau inspirasi moderasi beragama di Indonesia saat ini. Boff menjelaskan Persekutuan Allah Tritunggal dengan terminologi perikhoresis yang melukiskan makna berdiam bersama, berada bersama dan saling resap antara Pribadi-pribadi Ilahi Allah Tritunggal. Persekutuan perikhoresis dapat diaplikasikan kepada nilai-nilai moderasi beragama yang mencerminkan hubungan persaudaraan, mengajarkan setiap orang untuk menghormati perbedaan sesamanya, mengindahkan sikap saling berbagi rasa, keadilan bagi kaum minoritas maupun mayoritas, serta menjunjung sikap bertoleransi. Persekutuan ini juga mengundang orang lain untuk bersatu dengan-Nya, yang relevan dengan semboyan Indonesia, yakni Bhinneka Tunggal Ika.
Paham Misi Katolik dari Sudut Pandang Mahasiswa-Mahasiswi Diaspora Manggarai di Kota Malang, Jawa Timur
Authors: Siprianus Jegaut, Ameilia Magdalena Kristiyani
Published: May 2024

Fokus studi ini ialah membahas tentang “Paham Misi Katolik Dari Sudut Pandang Mahasiswa-Mahasiswi Diaspora Manggarai Di Kota Malang Jawa Timur.” Karya misi merupakan suatu tugas umum dan sebagai sebuah kewajiban bagi semua orang yang sudah dibabtis. Namun banyak orang yang yang sudah dibabtis melihat karya misi semata-mata hanya tugas para uskup, imam, suster, bruder atau biarawan-biarawati. Pola pikir ini membuat umat lain merasa tidak ikut serta melaksanakan tugas tersebut, sehingga mereka mengabaikannya. Mahasiswa-mahasiswi diaspora Manggarai menyadari kehadiran dirinya di tengah masyarakat majemuk sebagai representasi kehadiran Gereja. Mereka hadir tidak hanya mencari ilmu, tetapi juga berusaha menjadi saksi Kristus lewat gaya dan cara mereka sendiri. Studi ini memiliki tujuan sejauh mana mahasiswa-mahasiswi diaspora Manggarai telah mewujudkan karya misi di tengah masyarakat yang majemuk di kota Malang. Metodologi yang digunakan ialah fenomenologi dari realita pengalaman keseharian para mahasiswa-mahasiswi diaspora Manggarai. Studi ini menemukan, pertama, para mahasiswa-mahasiswi telah mengambil bagian dalam karya misi dengan cara mereka sendiri. Kedua, kita perlu memiliki kecakapan tentang budaya setempat. Ketiga, adaptasi dengan konteks lokal.
Tinjauan Buku
Authors: Anthony Le Duc
Published: May 2024

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Should Wellbeing Be a Goal of Schooling?
Authors: Schwimmer Marina
Published: May 2024

Several philosophers and psychologists of education have taken the position that wellbeing should be at the heart of our educational system, if not its primary goal. The aim of this paper is to outline, question, and challenge this position. It starts by discussing the main approaches that consider student wellbeing as the primary goal of the educational system – the propositions of positive psychology and those of certain educational philosophers and psychologists. It follows with an examination of some major social critiques of the idea of wellbeing as a goal of schooling. Drawing mainly on Foucault, the paper questions the extent to which the aim of wellbeing contributes to normalization and hinders the possibility of self-government. The paper concludes that wellbeing should not be conceived as a goal, but rather as an ongoing preoccupation of care for the self.
Buen Vivir and the Art of Living: Comparing Western and Latin American Perspectives on Living a “Good Life”
Authors: Teschers Christoph , Nieto Maria
Published: May 2024

While interaction and exchange between cultures is arguably increasing in our globalized world, sentiments reflecting division among cultures and ways of being in the world remain. In particular, the relevance of ideas, theory, and philosophy based on traditional “Western” values and a focus on the individual is often drawn into question for collectivist and community-centred cultures—and vice versa. This has implications for education, given that much of the education discourse and approaches based on Western traditions are affecting education system across the globe and across cultures. It is also of particular significance for the educational approach focusing on developing students’ own “art of living.” While undoubtedly significant fundamental differences exist between most cultures, this article aims to suggest that, nevertheless, synergies and connecting points exist between Schmid’s philosophical concept of the “art of living”—which is based on so-called traditional Western philosophy—and the Latin American notion of “buen vivir” (good living)—which is based on the traditions and cultural worldview of Indigenous peoples of this subcontinent. While we acknowledge the vast differences in culture and the depths of the cultural divide, our comparative review indicates that connections can be drawn on fundamental ethical aspects of human co-existence. We argue that these connecting points suggest that Schmid’s philosophy can be of relevance to non-Western cultural contexts, as much as Indigenous ways of knowing and being can be of relevance to those in the “Western” world pursuing an art of living, which, consequently, indicates that an educational approach to the art of living can be relevant to diverse cultural contexts beyond Western-centric settings.
Biological activities of Chrysanthemum morifolium and Chrysanthemum indicum: Molecular prospective
Authors: Mohamad Nur Vaizura , Che Zahari Che Nur Mazadillina
Published: May 2024

Chrysanthemum is an edible flower from a member of the Asteraceae family recognized for its wide variety of therapeutic benefits. The use of natural products as supplemental therapy has expanded dramatically due to the notion that they have fewer side effects. This current review attempts to summarise both Chrysanthemum morifolium and Chrysanthemum indicum health benefits and the molecular underpinnings of their biological effects with the addition of their recent use in green nanotechnology applications. Using PubMed and Scopus from 2008 to 2022, a literature search was done for relevant material addressing the biological activities of C. morifolium and C. indicum. Chrysanthemum’s anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anticancer, anti-diabetic/anti-obesity, and antibacterial properties have been investigated. Both Chrysanthemum has been found to possess the ability to decrease pro-inflammatory proteins and genes, initiate apoptosis in cancer cells as well as modulate lipid metabolism to mitigate the development of obesity and diabetes. Moreover, it has been demonstrated that Chrysanthemum has antioxidant characteristics, thereby safeguarding against oxidative harm through the activation of cytoprotective and antioxidant genes. In addition, findings also demonstrated the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles from Chrysanthemum exhibits antimicrobial properties. Notably, no deleterious effects were seen following oral administration of both extracts in vivo. As demonstrated by preclinical investigations, the favorable effects of Chrysanthemum treatment need to be confirmed by more research or clinical trials.
Variation in the Formation and Branching Pattern of Brachial Plexus in the Human Foetuses: A Morphometric Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Gupta Nand Kishor , Gupta Preeti , Srivastava Monika , Yadav Nisha , Gupta Umesh Kumar
Published: May 2024

Introduction: The brachial plexus is a variable nerve plexus in its formation and branching pattern. Variations in the brachial plexus are not uncommon, and its area of supply and associations with other adjacent anatomical structures require clinical and surgical attention. Aim: To find out any anatomical variations in the formation and branching pattern of the brachial plexus in human foetuses. Materials and Methods: A morphometric prospective observational study was conducted from January 2020 to July 2022, on 30 stillborn or Intrauterine Dead (IUD) human foetuses were taken in the study. Gestation age from 28 to 40 weeks of gestation were included in the study, while those with gross anomalies or morphological anomalies of the cranium and vertebral column were excluded. The dissection includes vertical midline incision of the skin from the external occipital protuberance to the lower limit of the thoracic vertebra (T12). The skin was cut in the midline and reflected laterally. All superficial and deep muscles of the neck were dissect out to clear the cervical and thoracic parts of the vertebral column. The vertebral column was cut and opened to visualise the spinal cord and spinal nerves. Based on gestational age, the foetuses were divided into three groups: four in the first group (28-31 weeks), twelve in the second group (32- 35 weeks), and fourteen in the third group (36-40 weeks) were divided for descriptive purposes. The gender of foetuses was determined based on the external genitalia. Results: A total of 60 brachial plexuses were dissected, of which 49 (81.66%) had the usual anatomical formation of the trunks: the upper trunk formed by C5 and C6 roots, the middle trunk by the C7 root, and the lower trunk by the C8 and T1 roots. Eleven (18.34%) plexuses presented variations in trunk formation. Specifically, 8 (13.3%) brachial plexuses were of the prefix type, where the upper trunk was formed by the C5 and C6 roots with an additional contribution from the C4 root; there was inter-branch communication between C6 and C7 in one (1.7%) case; the middle and lower trunks united by C7, C8, and T1 roots formed the lower trunk in another (1.7%) case, and finally, one (1.7%) case exhibited the post-fix type. Conclusion: In this study, out of the 30 foetuses examined, 11 showed variations, which is not uncommon. The prefix type of brachial plexus is quite common among the possible variations, although anatomists and neurosurgeons cannot ignore the possibility of other variations, like post-fix type or communication between the roots of the brachial plexuses.
SIGNIFICANCE OF COMBUSTION DURING THE PREPARATION OF KSHARA
Authors: P Rakesh , Sarma Kiran
Published: May 2024

Ksharas are water soluble-alkaline compounds that are prepared by the combustion of raw drugs. Various Ksharas are used in clinical practice, among them, Apamarga kshara is widely prescribed. The main process involved in the preparation of kshara is the combustion of raw drugs. The complete combustion of the raw drugs leads to higher yields and better analytical results. Hence, this study was initiated to increase the yield and minimise manual labour and time by maintaining constant combustion by implementing a new method. For this purpose, a new instrument was developed for the combustion of raw drugs and multiple experiments were conducted. In the classical method of preparation, after complete combustion, carbon particles or partially burned raw herbs accounted for 23.6%, whereas with the new instrument, this was reduced to 9.4%. The instrumental method produced an increase in the yield of kshara. The results showed that for the preparation of kshara, combustion is the major part. Complete combustion of raw drugs will produce a good yield.
MICRO-MORPHOLOGICAL AND PHYSICOCHEMICAL STANDARDISATION OF OPUNTIA ELATIOR MILL. CLADODE: AN UNEXPLORED TRADITIONAL PRICKLY PEAR CACTUS PLANT FROM MAHARASHTRA
Authors: Tatiya Anilkumar U. , Pawar Megha , Kalaskar Mohan , Surana Sanjay
Published: May 2024

Opuntia elatior Mill. (Cactaceae) is a significant medicinal herb In Maharashtra. In Ayurveda, it is referred to as Nagphani, and in English, prickly pear. Its fruits and cladode have long been used to remedy wounds, boils, coughs, fever, inflammation, and asthma. Despite its significant therapeutic potential, there isn't much information about standardised criteria for the species. Consequently, the current project was started to produce a comprehensive report on Opuntia elatior Mill's quality control and standardisation criteria. The current study aimed to highlight this traditional herbal crude, which would make it easier to identify fresh and dried samples using macro, microscopic, fluorescence, and physicochemical parameters in accordance with WHO guidelines. The present study's compilation of botanical characteristics can serve as a benchmark for the herbal medicine industry in identifying adulterations in market samples utilised for manufacturing different herbal remedies. These studies will provide reference information for accurately classifying Opuntia elatior Mill among closely related species within the same genus and family. They will also aid in identifying adulteration in market samples utilised to produce a range of herbal remedies.
DISTINCTIVE SURGICAL PRACTICES IN ANCIENT SURGICAL ARENA: A REVIEW
Authors: V.I Shubada
Published: May 2024

Sushruta Samhita the first document of surgical knowledge incorporates the details of surgical diseases. This classic has detailed method of examination (trividha Pareeksha), presentation and treatment principles of surgical diseases. Emergency and complicated conditions like Chidrodara (peritonitis), Baddhagudodara (Intestinal obstruction), and Bhagnas (Fractures and dislocations) were treated surgically. Treatment principles and postsurgical care with wound management are extensively documented. Reconstructive surgeries in sadyovrana (trauma) as well as cosmetic approaches are mentioned. Yantra (Blunt instruments), Shastra (Sharp instruments), Seevana prakara (method of suturing), materials used for the surgical procedures and surgical principles are true even today. Concepts like Vranitagara (place for wounded), Taila droni (oil tub), Pranashta shalya nirharana upayas (technique of removal of foreign bodies) are unique of their kind. The ancient surgical knowledge and emergency care were exemplar and astonishing.
A SYSTEMIC REVIEW ON THE MANAGEMENT OF ATTENTION-DEFICIT/HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER IN CHILDREN
Authors: Kumawat Shraddha , Nagar Rakesh Kumar , Prajapati Vishal Nandlal
Published: May 2024

ADHD, a tantalising neurodevelopmental disorder documented in the DSM-5, fascinates with its distinctive characteristics: persistent inattention and hyperactivity. Beyond the surface, it intertwines with cognitive, social, and behavioural domains and affects 5.29% globally. Ayurvedic hints like Mano Vibhrama and Raja-Tama guna alignment illuminate a path, offering tridosha-shaman therapy, Medhya rasayana, and Panchakarma. A fusion of modern understanding and ancient wisdom paves the way for unravelling ADHD's enigma, promising novel solutions. This study aims to systematically review the management of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in Ayurveda. To conduct this study, Ayurveda research articles were obtained from PubMed, Google Scholar and AYUSH portal. A total of 40 studies were obtained, which underwent further screening processes to achieve the quality of inclusion criteria. A total of 14 articles were selected from different publications of the review. Out of 14 articles obtained, 7 studies (n=14) exclusively focused on shaman chikitsa with different single drugs and various drug formulations, 06 studies (n=14) focused on shaman and Panchakarma therapy, which includes shirodhara, abhyanga, matra basti, kashaya basti and nasya, 1 study (n=14) emphasised the importance of Panchakarma. Out of 14 clinical studies, 6 showed highly significant results, 1 showed comparatively insignificant results, and 7 showed moderately significant results. This study combines Ayurvedic insights with modern ADHD research, providing a promising opportunity for integrative treatment approaches. Further investigation of this intersection could reveal new dimensions in the fight against this complex neurodevelopmental disorder.