bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ASSESSING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF A DIGITAL SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING PROGRAM ON EMOTIONAL REGULATION SKILLS AMONG ELEMENTARY STUDENTS
Authors: Khasawneh Mohamad Ahmad Saleem
Published: July 2024

The article describes the efficacy of a Digital Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Program, namely EmoLearn, in improving emotional regulation skills among elementary pupils in Saudi Arabia. The research utilizes a quasi-experimental design and employs robust statistical techniques, including Independent Samples t-test, Regression Analysis, Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA), and Correlation Analysis. The results indicate a significant increase in post-test evaluations for the experimental group compared to the control group, highlighting the remarkable influence of EmoLearn. This analysis emphasizes the significance of continuous involvement with DSPs, the role of cultural sensitivity in program design, and the limited impact of socioeconomic status on program outcomes. Recommendations involve incorporating cultural components into Digital Service Providers (DSPs), promoting consistent engagement, and studying several programs to gain a full understanding of their impact. These findings enhance the development of SEL research and guide academic practices in Saudi Arabia and beyond.
INVESTIGATING FAULT-TOLERANT ARCHITECTURES IN MULTIPLIERS
Authors: Raji C. , Prasad S.N.
Published: July 2024

In this era of faster systems, digital circuits are shrinking in size, and with shrinkage of size, transient faults are manifested, which makes fault tolerance an important feature when designing circuits for critical applications. Digital hardware must be fault-tolerant to ensure operational reliability and continuity. The hardware failure of such applications as medical devices, automotive systems, and aviation systems can lead to life-threatening situations. Thus, it is imperative to make such systems fault-tolerant. Traditional hardware fault-tolerant methods incur more power and silicon area costs, leading to bulkier systems and high-power consumption. One of the major building blocks of digital computational systems is the multiplier. Conventionally, redundancy is used to make the multiplier designs fault-free, incurring more power and silicon real-estate. Recently, many other methods have been adopted to incorporate fault-free approaches, one such being self-repairing circuits. The aim of this work was to investigate the efficacy of the fault-free full adder for implementing multipliers without incurring much power over head. To achieve fault tolerance, a self-repairing full adder and multiplexer are used as building blocks in the array multipliers, Dadda multipliers, and Wallace multipliers. The use of self-repairing designs ensures the detection and repair of single and double faults. Adopting a low-power architecture for the adder resulted in less power consumption.
DEVELOPMENT AND VALIDATION OF A LIFELONG LEARNER CHARACTERISTICS MEASUREMENT SCALE FOR TEACHING PROFESSIONALS
Authors: Fongkanta Pongwat , Buakanok Fisik Sean
Published: July 2024

The purposes of this study were to develop and examine the quality of a scale for measuring the characteristics of lifelong learners and to establish a norm for the assessment of lifelong learner characteristics scale for teachers. The quantitative method with an associative research type, including confirmatory factor analysis, was employed. This study involved 485 teachers who were selected using multistage sampling and nine subject matter experts. Data were collected using the Lifelong Learner Characteristic Scale (LLCS) and content validity assessment forms. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze teachers’ lifelong learning characteristics and the norm of scale analysis via percentile and normalized T-scores. Content validity ratio analysis was used to assess scale validity and conduct reliability analysis using Cronbach’s alpha. Furthermore, confirmatory factor analysis was conducted to validate the factor structure identified. The result revealed that the LLCS consists of five elements comprising 30 items, and the reliability of scale was 0.89 (α = 0.89). The scale had a good discriminant score that could discriminate at the.05 significance level. Confirmatory factor analysis demonstrated that the model developed fitted with the empirical data ( = 6.32.2, df = 4, p = 0.097, RMSEA=0.048, CFI=0.998, TLI=0.994). The scale norm development yielded the normalized T- score range from T15 to T67. These results indicate that the LLCS has adequate psychometric properties for measuring lifelong learner characteristics.
CSR, PROFITABILITY, AND STOCK RETURN: THE ROLE OF FIRM SIZE AS A MODERATOR (EVIDENCE IN INDONESIA)
Authors: Sukesti Fatmasari , Putri Anindya P.R.Z. , Alwiyah  , Almasyhari Abdul K. , Janie Dyah N.A. , Winoto Hardi
Published: July 2024

This research examines Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) disclosure based on the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards, which are internationally recognized. Therefore, it can give insights into the impact of CSR and profitability on stock returns that can be valuable for global investors interested in the Indonesian market or similar emerging markets. The purpose of this research is to investigate the influence of CSR disclosure and profitability or Return on Assets (ROA) or on stock returns, and to examine the moderating effect of firm size on the relationship between CSR, ROA), and stock returns in Indonesian transportation sector companies. This study describes a new concept for analyzing the impact of CSR disclosure on stock returns, based on data from companies listed on the Indonesian stock exchange in the transportation sector. Using IBM SPSS Statistic 26 software for data analysis, we found that CSR has a positive impact on stock returns and that firm size moderates the relationship between CSR and stock returns. However, ROA does not affect stock returns, and firm size does not moderate the relationship between ROA and stock returns. The control variable interest rate also influences stock returns. As an example, we illustrate the proposed method/technique of analyzing the impact of CSR disclosure on stock returns. Our method allows us to improve our understanding of the moderating role of firm size by demonstrating that firm size positively moderates the relationship between CSR and stock returns. The new method for effectiveness evaluation is confirmed by calculating abnormal returns. New research results develop/supplement/improve the existing literature on CSR and its effects on stock performance and can be used to guide investment decisions in the transportation sector. This paper is novel because it provides empirical evidence from the Indonesian stock exchange and addresses the gap in research regarding the interaction between CSR, profitability, and stock returns, using firm size as a moderator.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT: THE ROLE OF EMPLOYEE RESILIENCE AND CO-WORKER SUPPORT
Authors: Katrodia Ankit
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this research is to highlight the relevance of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in forecasting workers’ organizational commitment via the effect of employee engagement, with a specific focus on the moderating roles of employee resilience and coworker support in the aforementioned connection. After collecting data from 268 current workers, the research conducted route analysis in AMOS, a structural equation modeling (SEM) system, to investigate the correlations among the variables. The findings of the research show a strong correlation—mediated by employee engagement between organizational commitment to the workplace and corporate social responsibility. Notably, co-worker support and employee resilience moderate the CSR–employee engagement link and employee engagement–organizational commitment link, respectively. This investigation adds to the current body of articles in the relevant topic by illustrating how and under what conditions a company’s CSR initiatives are more effective in influencing its workers’ levels of commitment. That is, this study aims to fill a research gap by performing an empirical inquiry into the moderating effects of coworker support and employee resilience. The study findings have significant consequences for company management, human resource managers, and employees. In the paper’s conclusion, a few restrictions and some directions for further research are covered.
THERMAL BEHAVIOR OF RESIDUAL CORN AGROFORESTRY BIOMASS DURING PYROLYSIS
Authors: Sofán-Germán Stiven J. , Mendoza-Fandiño Jorge M. , Castillo-Tirado Yennifer , Rentería-Peláez Jorge L.
Published: July 2024

This study aimed to investigate global reaction kinetics using thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), focusing on kinetic parameters such as activation energy, pre-exponential factor, and reaction order. The chemical composition of agricultural residues was analyzed, emphasizing their impact on energy content, highlighting the importance of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, and noting the adverse effects of inorganic elements and moisture. Thermal degradation characteristic analyses were conducted to identify peaks corresponding to hemicellulose and cellulose degradation. The kinetics were expressed using equations considering the degree of conversion and rate constants, including the Arrhenius equation. Additionally, non-isothermal measures were considered, requiring adjustments for different heating rates. The kinetic parameters were determined by employing the direct graphical method of Arrhenius and the integral method. To assess the effects of the thermogravimetric curve, the Coats–Redfern graphical method was used. The experimental results were compared with previous studies involving biomass. This study highlights the potential of African palm pellets and cotton stalks as raw materials for pyrolysis, emphasizing the influence of chemical composition, particle size, and heating rate on thermal degradation. This study contributes to our understanding of biomass decomposition kinetics, which is crucial for optimizing energy production and assessing the suitability of biomass for various applications.
INFLUENCE OF EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE ON INDUSTRIAL SAFETY CULTURE: A CASE STUDY IN THE LOWER NORTHEAST REGION OF THAILAND
Authors: Saengchut Phongthon , Kokaphan Chanyakarn , Khamhlom Nipaporn , Chonsalasin Dissakoon , Wonglertarak Watcharapol
Published: July 2024

The safety culture is an important aspect in reducing risks and accidents at workplace. This study in industrial factory on lower northeast of Thailand. Analyzed by statistical testing to 10 variables of safety culture correlation with working experience and industry types. The results showed confirmed of questionnaire to accuracy and reliability (α) for each variable found that 0.789 met the recommended criteria and confirmatory factor analysis between observable with variables of safety culture found safety culture’s Goodness of fit indicators. The statistical testing of working experience of employees found variables of safety culture impact to age working of worker changes include supervisors pays attention to work safety, health-safety of employees for work suitable, setting safe working measures, accident investigation at working area. For attitudes of employees have influence to safety culture system of industry types found 4 types, plant products industry, animal products industry, appliances and electronics products industry, automotive and equipment production industry. The safety culture from attitudes of employees have influence to working time of worker to short or long including safety culture system of types industry to changed that depended on positive or negative attitudes of worker.
ESTIMATION OF COMPENSATION FOR MORAL HARM
Authors: Awwad Ahmed Mohammed
Published: July 2024

Civil liability is considered one of the most significant legal theories as it relates to a vitally important issue; namely, the issue of aggrieved party compensation in a way that alleviates this person’s pain and ensures restoration of the consideration. The aim of compensation is to remove the effects of harm; however, the issue of moral harm compensation raises several problems as it does not affect the aggrieved parties in their financial disclosure, but it is a physical or psychological harm, and it differs+ in the extent to which compensation is permissible. This controversy, in turn, was reflected in the judicial rulings in the KSA between proponents and opponents. The Saudi Civil Transactions law 2023 sets an end to the dispute in this regard. If a person suffers psychological or reputation harm due to an assault or an act of another person, he/she has the right to receive compensation for this harm. This study addresses provisions on the estimation of compensation for moral harm in its monetary or in-kind form by remedying the harm. This study is based on an approach that mixes descriptive and analytical methodologies with the study of several judicial applications related to this matter.
NEUROPEDAGOGICAL STRATEGIES AND FOREIGN LANGUAGE TEACHING IN HIGHER EDUCATION
Authors: Angulo-Alvarez Mishell , Saransig-Almagor Jefferson , López-Vasco Flavio , Espín-Angulo Joseph
Published: July 2024

This study explores the perceptions of English language lecturers regarding the application of neuropedagogical strategies in higher education. The primary objective of this study is to assess the applicability of these strategies to improve English teaching. This non-experimental study involved 51 participants from higher educational institutions in Ecuador. The methods included administering a survey with a reliability coefficient of α=0.85. The analysis was framed within sociocultural and multisensorial theoretical perspectives, categorizing responses into critical thinking, leadership, and teaching strategies. Teaching strategies were further classified into feedback pedagogy and realia. The findings indicate that English language teachers feel confident in their pedagogical skills and employ diverse techniques to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment. However, the study reveals a significant gap in the integration of activities that foster critical thinking and leadership abilities. This highlights the necessity for educational practices to evolve, incorporating more activities that promote analysis, synthesis, and evaluation skills among students. As a result, the study emphasizes the urgent need to enhance current instructional methods to better align with neuropedagogical principles, thereby improving the overall effectiveness of language teaching in higher education. Furthermore, the investigation suggests that while educators are well-versed in various teaching strategies, there is an essential requirement for targeted professional development that focuses on integrating critical thinking and leadership activities. Such enhancements can bridge existing gaps and promote a more holistic approach to language education, fostering both cognitive and leadership skills in students. This research contributes significantly to the understanding and implementation of neuropedagogical strategies in language teaching, advocating for a transformative shift in educational practices.
MOTIVATION AND SUCCESS FACTORS IN PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF THE COVID-2019 SPREAD AMONG PERSONNEL OF THE RATCHAPHIPHAT HOSPITAL
Authors: Sangtongpanichakul Puritat , Niyomyaht Satit , Kalyanamitra Kamolporn , Siriphornwut Nattawat
Published: July 2024

The commitment of hospital personnel and motivation and success factors in preventing and controlling disease outbreaks at Ratchaphiphat Hospital in Bangkok are crucial for efficient health care services and patient safety. This study focuses on organizational commitment and success factors in preventing and controlling the spread of the 2019 coronavirus at Ratchaphiphat Hospital. It will use quantitative and analytical research methods, including SPSS for data analysis and qualitative research through in-depth interviews. This study aims to examine the commitment of hospital personnel to the organization, analyze motivational factors impacting the success of preventing and controlling the spread of coronavirus 2019, and establish connections between motivational factors and success. This study involved 329 personnel working at Ratchaphiphat Hospital. The qualitative research has 10 key informants that are personnel involved in the administration of Ratchaphiphat Hospital. The medical office in Bangkok comprises middle management, senior executives, and public administration academics. In a study on the motivational factors that impact the success of operations in preventing and controlling the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 at Ratchaphiphat Hospital, it was determined that the factor with the greatest influence on the success of disease control and prevention operations by personnel at Ratchaphiphat Hospital was environmental management (Beta = 0.392). When environmental management is in place, it will result in a 39.2% success rate in preventing and controlling the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 at Ratchaphiphat Hospital. Additionally, organizing a patient care system (Beta=.353) will result in a 35.3% success rate in preventing and controlling the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 at Ratchaphiphat Hospital. When there is motivation to work, it will result in an 18.3% increase in the success of operations in preventing and controlling the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 at Ratchaphiphat Hospital, when other factors are controlled. Qualitative research has found that organizational commitment and motivation factors affect success in preventing and controlling the spread of coronavirus 2019. Effective environment management and patient care organization significantly impact work performance. Assigning challenging tasks to personnel stimulate success and increases organizational stability. Publicizing success and receiving external recognition build confidence and a good reputation for personnel.
IMPROVING ARABIC TEXT SUMMARIZATION USING ADVANCED PRE-TRAINED MODELS
Authors: Salam Mustafa Abdul , Aldawsari Mohamed , Gamal Mostafa , Hamed Hesham F.A. , Sweidan Sara
Published: July 2024

The exponential growth of online content has made the task of locating specific information increasingly challenging, thus highlighting the necessity for automated text summarization. Deep learning techniques, particularly neural abstractive models such as Seq2Seq, have emerged as prominent solutions to this issue. The utilization of pre-trained models, including GPT, BERT, BART, and T5, has notably enhanced the quality of text summarization by addressing key aspects such as saliency, fluency, and semantic coherence. However, while these advancements have greatly benefited the English language, there remains a significant gap in support for low-resource languages. To bridge this gap, monolingual BERT and multilingual Seq2Seq models have been developed, enabling the application of state-of-the-art summarization techniques to languages like Arabic. Our research capitalizes on pre-trained Seq2Seq models to achieve superior results in Arabic text summarization tasks by leveraging datasets such as XLSum and Hindawi Books. Notably, the titles within these datasets serve as robust benchmarks for evaluating the effectiveness of our summarization techniques, underscoring the importance of high-quality input data. Additionally, one of our key contributions lies in the implementation of fine-tuning for the model using reinforcement learning. This innovative approach enhances the adaptability and performance of the model. Our findings indicate that monolingual BERT models outperform their multilingual counterparts, yielding a notable 2.4% increase in Rouge scores, further improving the quality of text summarization in Arabic. Our study encompasses cross-dataset evaluations, exploration of various text generation methodologies, and in-depth preprocessing analysis tailored specifically for Arabic text. By presenting a comprehensive approach to address the challenges in Arabic text summarization, our study contributes to the advancement of the field and underscores the significance of supporting low-resource languages in natural language processing tasks.
PROBLEM-SOLVING TO STRENGTHEN NUMERICAL THINKING IN PRIMARY EDUCATION (THIRD GRADE)
Authors: Peña Roberto Carlos Torres , González Darwin Peña , Ariza Edwan Anderson
Published: July 2024

This paper presents an innovative educational intervention aimed at enhancing numerical thinking in mathematics education through problem-solving. This study is grounded in the problem-solving framework established by Pólya in 1985, emphasizing a qualitative, descriptive approach to develop and evaluate a didactic unit. By proposing six activities designed to assess students’ competency levels, the research methodologically leverages problem formulation and solving as both a learning and evaluative tool. The results indicate a significant improvement in students’ mathematical competencies, demonstrating enhanced problem-solving performance and a positive impact on educational quality within the mathematics domains. The application of this intervention extends to mathematics education, suggesting a replicable model for cultivating numerical thinking and problem-solving skills across various educational settings. The conclusions underscore the effectiveness of integrating Pólya’s problem-solving steps into educational practices, offering a novel contribution to pedagogical strategies in mathematics education. The scientific novelty of this work lies in its methodological approach, which combines qualitative analysis with practical application to foster a deeper understanding and proficiency in mathematical problem-solving, thereby suggesting a scalable and impactful avenue for enhancing the quality of mathematical education.
RECOGNITION OF VEHICLES WITH CLONED PLATES USING DEEP LEARNING
Authors: Mauricio David , Pérez Julio , Jimenez David , Rivera Luis , Castañeda Pedro
Published: July 2024

The strategy of using cloned plates is used by criminals to avoid the identification of stolen vehicles, where the plate of the stolen vehicle is replaced with that of a purchased vehicle having similar characteristics. This makes traditional methods for identifying stolen vehicles obsolete. This article describes a model based on Deep Learning and a real-time mobile application for recognizing vehicles with cloned plates. The system assessed video frames and was based on the recognition of vehicle plates and characteristics such as model, brand, and color. The model comprises four main processes: data capture, vehicle recognition, cloned-plate vehicle detection, and alert dispatch. Results from experiments conducted on 1,672 frames of moving vehicles on two high-speed roads in Lima, Peru, revealed the high sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy of the system, averaging 98.08%, 99.07%, and 98.62%, respectively. In terms of alert time (total time taken by the system from image capture to receiving an alert on the mobile device), the average for 824 records was 2.7 s, with a maximum and minimum of 1.3 and 4.0 s, respectively. These findings highlight the efficiency and effectiveness of the proposed application in identifying vehicles with cloned plates.
USE OF MULTIMEDIA TOOLS AND APPLICATIONS TO IMPROVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING AND TEACHING
Authors: Nisa Sarwat Un
Published: July 2024

This study discusses the value of multimedia resources for English language learners. These resources are beneficial, particularly in locations where English is not the primary language spoken. This study focuses on a variety of studies that help comprehend the advantages, difficulties, and possible applications of digital technology, especially in situations where people do not speak English. This study seeks to shed light on the benefits, difficulties, and methods related to incorporating multimedia technology into language training by combining the results of several studies. Through a review of several scholarly papers, this study explores the advantages, challenges, and approaches of using multimedia technology in language training. This study explores the body of research on the use of multimedia tools in English language learning using a literature review methodology. This review combines information from several academic publications, papers, and other sources that are relevant to the subject. A thorough search of academic databases was carried out, covering sources such as Google Scholar, JSTOR, and ERIC. Search terms including ‘multimedia technology,’ ‘English language learning,’ and ‘language proficiency’ were employed to locate pertinent academic works. This study emphasizes how effective multimedia resources are at enhancing language proficiency. They support speaking, listening, writing, and reading. It also highlights how critical it is to resolve access issues, guarantee the caliber of educational resources, and provide educators with support in their efforts to instruct students. The findings of the research suggest some measures for policymakers, academics, and educators. First, specific interventions are needed to address equity and access in multimedia-assisted language acquisition, analyze and decide what should be included carefully to guarantee multimedia quality and dependability. Finally, to improve language acquisition, future research should look at innovative technologies and instructional methods. It is concluded that multimedia is crucial to English learning. It also suggests ways to solve difficulties and maximize opportunities in this industry. Future options could include investigating novel multimedia techniques and promoting cooperative research initiatives with the goal of bringing new ideas in language teaching.
LITERATURE REVIEW ON SOCIAL ENGINEERING ATTACKS: THE PHENOMENON BEHIND SPEAR PHISHING ATTACKS IN ACADEMIC COMMUNITIES
Authors: Ataelfadiel Mohammed Awad Mohammed , Osman Ahmed Abdelgader Fadol
Published: July 2024

Spear phishing is a type of phishing that aims to deceive individuals by impersonating trusted entities, leading them to engage in harmful actions or disclose sensitive information. These assaults are frequently executed via advertisements and electronic mails, making it difficult to distinguish between authentic and deceitful communication. Subsequently, they have grown progressively sophisticated and targeted, presenting a significant threat to the cybersecurity framework of educational institutions. To tackle this concern, scholars have undertaken 39 investigations concentrated on this field of study, seeking to unify these research endeavors through examination and synthesis of outcomes from pertinent studies published in respected periodicals and conferences. The objective of this study is to investigate existing countermeasures and suggest viable strategies to effectively mitigate spear phishing risks. This study begins by elucidating spear phishing attacks and highlighting their distinctive attributes relative to conventional methods. This section then delves into the motives for targeting academic institutions and considers the potential repercussions of successful attacks. Moreover, it scrutinizes various attack methodologies and the current measures adopted by educational institutions to address these risks, encompassing technological solutions like email filters and anti-phishing tools, and initiatives to enhance awareness among the academic community. Ultimately, through this investigation, we seek to provide valuable insights to help educational institutions strengthen their cybersecurity posture. The outcomes will help shape future research and guide the development of effective strategies to combat spear phishing threats in academic environments.
PENGARUH ANONIMITAS TERHADAP CYBERBULLYING PADA PENGGUNAAN VOICE CHAT DI ANTARA PEMAIN GAME ONLINE
Authors: Syam Keyna Fairuzidha , Andriani Inge
Published: July 2024

Popularitas penggunaan voice chat dalam game tidak hanya disebabkan oleh kemudahan berkomunikasi, tetapi juga karena komunikasinya yang bersifat anonim. Hal ini memungkinkan pemain untuk dengan bebas mengekspresikan diri dalam dunia game yang terpisah dari kehidupan nyata. Namun, popularitas ini juga membuka peluang baru untuk tindakan cyberbullying. Voice chat memberikan keberanian kepada individu untuk menciptakan identitas palsu dan melakukan serangan dari balik layar. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji pengaruh anonimitas terhadap cyberbullying melalui voice chat di antara pemain game online. Penelitian ini bersifat kuantitatif dengan menggunakan teknik analisis regresi pada 103 pemain game online yang menggunakan voice chat. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa ada pengaruh yang signifikan pada anonimitas terhadap cyberbullying dengan nilai signifikansi 0.010 (p < 0,05) dengan besar pengaruh anonimitas sebesar 6.3% terhadap cyberbullying, sisanya sebesar 93.7% berasal dari variabel lain di luar penelitian.
AN EXTENSIVE INSPECTION OF THE FORKLIFT FB25-77 IN THE MANUFACTURING SECTOR BASED ON INDONESIAN MINISTRY OF LABOUR REGULATION
Authors: Mutiarani  , Hakim Rahman , Putra Lalu Giat Juangsa , Satifa Oriza
Published: July 2024

Workplace accidents can arise from various factors such as human elements, environmental conditions, equipment, machinery, work processes, the nature of tasks, and work methodologies. Forklifts which is classified under lifting and transporting equipment, are frequently utilized in industrial settings for material movement. To mitigate the risk of work-related accidents and ensure the safety and suitability of a forklift for operational use, a systematic inspection and testing process are essential. Typically conducted at regular intervals, every two years, and annually for regular use, this process assesses various aspects of lift and transport equipment, including forklifts. This study aims to evaluate the conformity of the examination results for a FB25-77 type forklift with the standards outlined in Minister of Manpower Regulation No. 8 of 2020. Employing a descriptive analysis method, the study involves comparing the actual condition of forklifts in the field against all the specified requirements in Permenaker No. 8 of 2020, encompassing visual inspection of construction, dimensional measurements, non-destructive testing (NDT), functional testing, and load testing. Based on the comprehensive inspection and testing procedures, it was ascertained that the equipment meets the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements, thereby warranting the issuance of a certificate by the Provincial Manpower Service.
KLASIFIKASI PENYAKIT SIROSIS MENGGUNAKAN METODE PCA-BACKPROPAGATION
Authors: Zahroh Khofifah Auliyatuz , Bahri Saiful
Published: July 2024

Penyakit sirosis menjadi penyakit endemik yang berdampak pada sejumlah besar manusia di seluruh dunia. Menurut WHO (World Health Organization) pada tahun 2016 terdapat 1,3 juta kematian yang disebabkan oleh penyakit sirosis di seluruh dunia. Penyakit ini lebih sering terjadi pada pasien usia lanjut dengan usia sekitar 40-60 tahun. Penyakit ini disebabkan oleh bermacam-macam unsur yang membahayakan hati misalnya obesitas, infeksi hepatitis yang tidak terdiagnosis, dan bahaya alkohol. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mengklasifikasikan pasien yang terdiagnosis penyakit sirosis. Oleh karena itu, pada penelitian ini dalam melakukan klasifikasi menggunakan metode Backpropagation dengan reduksi fitur menggunakan PCA (Principal Component Analysis). Jumlah data yang digunakan sebanyak 418 data dengan 18 fitur. Kemudian dari data tersebut dilakukan tahap preprocessing serta reduksi fitur dengan PCA dan diperoleh 5 fitur yang berpengaruh. Selanjutnya melakukan analisis perbandingan Backpropagation dengan ekstraksi PCA dan tanpa ekstraksi PCA. Penelitian ini menggunakan parameter uji coba jumlah node dan learning rate. Hasil terbaik yang diperoleh berdasarkan nilai klasifikasi Backpropagation dengan menggunakan PCA sebesar 76.191% dengan jumlah node 50 dan learning rate 0.1. Sedangkan akurasi klasifikasi Backpropagation tanpa menggunakan PCA sebesar 67.857% dengan jumlah node 50 dan learning rate 0.3. Penelitian ini menggunakan parameter uji coba jumlah node dan learning rate. Hasil terbaik yang diperoleh berdasarkan nilai klasifikasi Backpropagation dengan menggunakan PCA sebesar 76.191% dengan jumlah node 50 dan learning rate 0.1. Sedangkan akurasi klasifikasi Backpropagation tanpa menggunakan PCA sebesar 67.857% dengan jumlah node 50 dan learning rate 0.3. Penelitian ini menggunakan parameter uji coba jumlah node dan learning rate. Hasil terbaik yang diperoleh berdasarkan nilai klasifikasi Backpropagation dengan menggunakan PCA sebesar 76.191% dengan jumlah node 50 dan learning rate 0.1. Sedangkan akurasi klasifikasi Backpropagation tanpa menggunakan PCA sebesar 67.857% dengan jumlah node 50 dan learning rate 0.3.
APLIKASI SISTEM SARAF OTAK SEBAGAI MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN MENGGUNAKAN AUGMENTED REALITY BERBASIS ANDROID
Authors: Utami Wiranti Sri , Mauludiah Hilwah , Pratiwi Nila , Faisal Muhammad
Published: July 2024

Pada era saat ini teknologi terus berkembang untuk meningkatkan kemajuan seperti dalam bidang pendidikan. Dalam dunia Pendidikan diperlukan teknologi yang memudahkan para pendidik dalam menyampaikan materi pembelajaran kepada para peserta didik dalam membahas sistem saraf otak. Augmented Reality (AR) merupakan suatu teknologi yang dikembangkan untuk menggabungkan dunia nyata dengan dunia maya dalam bentuk 3D. Proses pembelajaran menjadi lebih interaktif dikarenakan AR dapat memberikan gambaran visualisasi dengan bentuk 3D dan dijadikan sebagai alat peraga untuk pembelajaran sistem saraf otak. Tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu membangun aplikasi sistem saraf otak berbasis andorid menggunakan teknologi AR sebagai media pembelajaran. Metode yang digunakan dalam pengembangan aplikasi adalah metode waterfall. Hasil dari penelitian ini berupa aplikasi Augmented Reality yang dapat menampilkan bagian otak pada manusia dengan bentuk 3D yang meliputi bagian otak, otak besar, batang otak dan otak kecil. Pada penelitian ini dilakukan pengujian aplikasi menggunakan metode blackbox untuk menguji keberhasilan dari tampilan aplikasi. Hasil uji coba aplikasi dilakukan dengan menggunakan dua perangkat smartphone yang berbeda. Hasil pengujian yang dilakukan menggunakan kedua perangkat tersebut baik secara performa dan kualitas 3D yang dihasilkan sangat baik.
Effect of Early Mobilization and Bed Positioning on Mobility among Patients with Traumatic Brain Injury
Authors: Maria Siddique  , Nazeer Mehrvi  , Rehana Niazi  , Qurat-ul-Ain  , Mauzzen Nasir
Published: July 2024

Background: Traumatic brain injury is defined as the disturbance in the function of the brain , or  indication of pathology of brain,  by the application of  an exterior bodily force. Early mobilization exercises are explained as physiotherapy exercises of altering degree that are clinically safe and accurate developmentally started within 2 to 3 days of admission in neurological ICU. This early mobilization exercises helps in improving TBI patients recovery.
Objective: The purpose of this study is to validate and evaluate the effect of early mobilization and bed positioning on mobility among patients with traumatic brain injury.
Methods: This quasi-experimental study included 28 TBI patients. This study was conducted at general hospital, Lahore, and Jinnah hospital Lahore. Early mobilization and bed positioning therapies protocol were performed for 6 weeks. There were three sessions per week. Each session was 30 minutes. Mobilization scale and Norton scale were used as evaluation parameters before and after 6 weeks.
Results: The data’s regularity was assessed by the Shapiro-Wilks test. Following statistical analysis, the regimen for early mobilization and bed positioning therapy’s efficacy for all examined variables was confirmed. The scores on early mobilization and Norton scales differ significantly.
Conclusion: The results suggested that early mobilization and bed positioning therapies has improved mobility in TBI patients. This therapy protocol has also improved the TBI patients’ quality of life.
Keywords: Bed positioning, Mobility and Traumatic brain injury.
Vaccination Status Against the Hepatitis B Virus of the Patients Visiting a Tertiary Care Dental Hospital
Authors: Shoaib Muhammad , Rizwan Zafar Langrial  , Mariam Khalid Mahmood  , Basil Khalid  , Nasim Hina , Anoosha Mujtaba
Published: July 2024

Abstract:
Objective
To assess the vaccination status for Hepatitis B virus among patients attending a tertiary care dental hospital in Multan, aiming to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement in vaccination coverage.
Methods
This cross-sectional questionnaire study conducted at Multan Dental College from June 2023 to Feb 2023 included patients attending the dental OPD. 181 participants completed the questionnaire regarding vaccination status. Ethical approval and informed consent were obtained from Multan Dental Hospital.
Results
Among 181 participants, 98 (54.14%) were males and 83 (45.86%) were females. Regarding age groups, 36 (19.9%) were 16-20 years old, 69 (38.12%) were 21-25 years old, 54 (29.83%) were 26-30 years old, and 22 (12.15%) were 31 years old or above. Out of 181 participants, 51 (28.17%) were non-vaccinated, while 130 (71.83%) were vaccinated. Among the vaccinated, 47 (26%) received the 1st dose, 36 (19.9%) received the 2nd and 3rd doses each, and 11 (6.07%) received the Booster dose. The majority (58.82%) of non-vaccinated individuals cited multiple reasons for not receiving immunization, including vaccine unavailability and busy schedules. Additionally, 9.8% lacked awareness of the vaccination, while others mentioned injection phobia and lack of motivation
Conclusion
The study emphasizes the challenge of incomplete vaccination among patients, which necessitates coordinated efforts by public health officials. Implementing AI-powered reminder systems could effectively address this issue, improving vaccination rates and public health outcomes.
Frequency and MIC-based Antimicrobial Resistance Profile of MDR and XDR Gram Negative Isolates of Blood Culture Specimens in a Tertiary Care Setting
Authors: Ejaz Asma , Farhan Rasheed  , Muhammad Bilal  , Gul Fraz  , Saadia Chaudhary  , Mian Zahid Sarfraz
Published: July 2024

The escalation of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) among Gram-negative bacteria, particularly multidrug-resistant (MDR) and extensively drug-resistant (XDR) pathogens, posed a significant challenge in tertiary care settings. This paper comprehensively analyzed the antimicrobial resistance profile of MDR and XDR Gram-negative isolates from blood culture specimens at Jinnah Hospital, Lahore, a leading tertiary care facility. Over a period of one year, 9600 blood culture specimens were processed, revealing a high incidence of resistance to a wide array of antibiotics, with notable findings including 100% susceptibility to Colistin and over 90% resistance to several commonly used antibiotics such as Ciprofloxacin and Piperacillin/Tazobactam. Among the positive isolates, 33.8% were classified as MDR and 66.2% as XDR. The study emphasized the critical role of Minimum Inhibitory Concentrations (MICs) in guiding therapeutic decisions, highlighting the wide variability in resistance patterns and the necessity for personalized antimicrobial therapy. The prevalence of MDR and XDR isolates underscored the urgent need for advanced treatment modalities, comprehensive surveillance, and robust antimicrobial stewardship initiatives. Additionally, the study pointed to the emergence of colistin resistance as a critical challenge in managing infections caused by these pathogens. Through detailed analysis and discussion, this study illuminated the grave challenge posed by AMR in tertiary care settings. It emphasized the importance of innovative approaches to antimicrobial stewardship, developing new antimicrobial agents, and ongoing surveillance to effectively combat this public health crisis.
PENGARUH PELVIC ROCKING BIRTH BALL TERHADAP KEMAJUAN PERSALINAN KALA I FASE LATEN PADA IBU INPARTU
Authors: Taqiyah Yusrah , Andi Masnilawati  , Nabila Nabila , Diana Diana
Published: July 2024

Persalinan yang lama menyebabkan ibu mengalami stress dan kelelahan lebih lama sehingga rasa nyeri akan meningkat. Berbagai upaya fisiologis dilakukan untuk mencegah persalinan lama, seperti senam hamil, teknik nafas dalam, Pelvic Rocking dengan Birthing Ball yang mendukung persalinan membantu merespon rasa sakit dengan cara aktif dan mengurangi lama persalinan kala I fase aktif. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui Pengaruh Pelvic Rocking Birth Ball terhadap kemajuan persalinan Kala I pada Ibu Primigravida di Klinik Ibu dan Anak Hj. Titiek Kota Makassar. Penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian pra eksperimen dengan menggunakan desain static group comparison dengan teknik accidental sampling. Dengan jumlah sampel sebanyak 30 inpartu yang di bagi menjadi 2 kelompok yaitu 15 inpartu pada kelompok intervensi dengan melakukan pelvic rocking dengan birth ball pada ibu inpartu kala I fase aktif kemajuan persalinan dan 15 inpartu kelompok kontrol dengan memberikan intervensi relaksasi nafas dalam. Intervensi dilakukan selama 30 menit selama masa kontraksi pada fase aktif. Instrument penelitian menggunakan lembar partograph yang di observasi selama intervensi dilakukan. Analisis data menggunakan  paired sample T test dengan menggunakan komputerisasi dengan tingkat kemaknaan α=0,05. Hasilnya menunjukkan ada pengaruh pelvic rocking denganb birth ball terhadap kemajuan persalinan dimana rata-rata kemajuan persalinan untuk status birth ball dilakukan dan relaksasi nafas dalam adalah berbeda dengan nilai p-value sebesar 0,00001 < 0,05. Status birth ball dilakukan lebih cepat 138,2 menit dibandingkan dengan status birth ball tidak dilakukan. Pelvic rocking dengan birth ball membantu bayi berotasi keposisi yang optimal dan mempersingkat kala I persalinan sehingga mengurangi nyeri dan memberi rasa nyaman pada ibu dalam menghadapi persalinan. Diharapkan kepada pelayan kesehatan agar dapat menjadi fasilitator bagi ibu inpartu serta mendukung persalinan berjalan secara fisiologis.
Influence of Public Participation on Implementation of County Government Projects: Case of Makueni County, Kenya
Authors: Katumo Alfred , Odenyo Mary
Published: July 2024

Projects are the foundation of local development in any nation that is developing. Despite the significance of county government projects to society, the majority of these initiatives have delayed, failed, or otherwise fallen short of their goals. The study aimed at assessing the influence of public participation on implementation of county government projects: case of Makueni County, Kenya. The study was guided by following specific objectives; to determine the influence of public participation in project identification process, budget preparation process, governance process and monitoring and evaluation process on implementation of Makueni county projects. A descriptive research design was used for this study. There were 330 project personnel working on projects throughout all Makueni County constituencies and this formed the study population. Thus, the target population was the project committee members, executive project management consultant members and technical officers involved in implementation of the projects for the last at least three years at Makueni sub-counties. Using a stratified random sampling procedure, 99 respondents (30% of the population) were chosen from the target population. The study used primary methods in data collection using questionnaires. Content analysis method was used to examine the qualitative data from the open-ended questions. The statistical package for social sciences (SPSS) version 22 was used to interpret the quantitative data from the closed-ended questions. Descriptive statistics, such as frequencies, percentages, standard deviation, and arithmetic mean, were used to examine the results. Inferential analysis was used in determination of the relationship between the variables. The results of the analysis were subsequently shown in charts and tables. The coefficient results show results that budget preparation process and governance process have a significant positive influence on project implementation, with standardized coefficients of 0.555 and 0.761, respectively. Meanwhile, monitoring and evaluation has a significant negative influence on project implementation with a standardized coefficient of -0.479. Project identification pross, on the other hand, does not have a statistically significant impact on project implementation.
Pengaruh Kadar Lemak yang Berbeda dalam Pakan Terhadap Kinerja Pertumbuhan dan Total Konsumsi Pakan Ikan Kelabau (Osteochilus melanopleurus)
Authors: Ansyah Kurdi , Susanto Adi , Sukarti Komsanah
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pertumbuhan panjang, berat total, laju pertumbuhan spesifik dan total konsumsi pakan pada ikan kelabau yang diberi pakan dengan kadar lemak berbeda. Penelitian menggunakan rancangan acak lengkap (RAL) dengan empat perlakuan kadar lemak yang berbeda yaitu 6%, 8%,10% dan 12% dalam pakan dan tiga ulangan. Ikan kelabau sebanyak 20 ekor dengan nilai rata-rata panjang 2,4 cm dan berat 2,5 gram dipelihara dalam bak plastik berukuran 54,3 cm X 38 cm X 31,5 cm dengan sistim sirkulasi air semi tertutup, selama 60 hari. Ikan diberi pakan perlakuan sebanyak 2 kali sehari secara at satiation (sampai kenyang). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pemberian pakan dengan kadar lemak berbeda tidak berpengaruh nyata terhadap pertumbuhan panjang dan laju pertumbuhan spesifik (P>0.05) akan tetapi berpengaruh nyata terhadap pertumbuhan berat mutlak dan total konsumsi pakan (P<0.05). Rata-rata nilai pertumbuhan panjang, pertumbuhan berat mutlak, laju pertumbuhan spesifik dan total konsumsi pakan yang terbaik diperoleh pada perlakuan B (8%) yaitu berturut-turut sebesar 2,67 cm, 3,04 g, 2,39 %/hari dan 72,47 g
Pengaruh Sumber Lemak Yang Berbeda Pada Pakan Terhadap Indeks Viscera Somatik, Indeks Hepatosomatik dan Gambaran Histopatologi Hati Ikan Kelabau (Osteochilus melanopleurus)
Authors: Putri Adeliani , Susanto Adi , Sulistyawati Sulistyawati
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh pemberian sumber lemak yang berbeda pada pakan terhadap nilai indeks viscera somatik, indeks hepatosomatik dan gambaran histopatologi hati ikan kelabau. Penelitian ini menggunakan rancangan acak lengkap (RAL) dengan 5 perlakuan 3 ulangan dengan dosis yang berbeda terdiri dari penambahan 100% minyak ikan, 75% minyak ikan + 25% minyak jagung, 50% minyak ikan + 50% minyak jagung, 25% minyak ikan + 75% minyak jagung dan 100% minyak ikan. Ikan kelabau sebanyak 20 ekor dengan nilai rata-rata panjang 5 - 6,5 cm dan berat 1,5 - 2 gram yang dipelihara dalam bak plastik ukuran 34,3 cm × 38 cm × 31,5 cm dengan sistem sirkulasi air semi tertutup, selama 45 hari. Ikan diberi pakan perlakuan sebanyak 2 kali sehari pada pagi dan sore hari secara at satiation. Analisis data dilakukan menggunakan uji sidik ragam (ANOVA) dengan tingkat kepercayaan 95% dan dilanjutkan dengan uji lanjut menggunakan uji Beda Nyata Jujur (BNJ). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pemberian pakan dengan sumber lemak berbeda dengan dosis 25% minyak ikan + 75% minyak jagung menunjukkan hasil indeks viscera somatik sebesar 9,19 dan indeks hepatosomatik sebesar 1,03 dibandingkan dengan perlakuan lainnya, serta gambaran histopatologi hati yang tampak adanya edema pada sebagian sel, apoptosis dan degenerasi lemak oleh ω 3 dan ω 6 yang berguna sebagai cadangan energi dan pertumbuhan ikan.