bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Formas de subsistencia desde lo queer después de la nueva crisis económica del 2020 en Cuba
Authors: Hernández Marichal Yusmany
Published: July 2023

El estudio de la interrelación entre queer, trabajo sexual y migración interna constituye una temática poco desempolvada por la academia cubana. El presente escrito tiene como objetivo determinar las formas de subsistencia de trabajadoras sexuales trans migrantes después de la nueva crisis económica del 2020 en Cuba. Se utilizó el método etnográfico y las siguientes técnicas: observación participante, entrevistas en profundidad y testimonios. Lo queer se presenta como una desobediencia al orden y se utilizan nuevas estrategias de contacto como el Coronasutra y el sexting.
Declaración de las canciones oscuras de Luis Felipe Fabre, un acercamiento palimpsestuoso a San Juan de la Cruz
Authors: García María Esther Castillo
Published: July 2023

Declaración de las canciones oscuras (2019) es una parodia escrita por el escritor mexicano Luis Felipe Fabre (1974). A través de una serie de palimpsestos el autor refleja leyendas, mitos, crónicas, cuitas, situaciones ficticias y verídicas acerca del histórico traslado del cadáver de San Juan de la Cruz desde su natal Úbeda a Segovia. La novela se matiza con el reflejo de los versos de Noche oscura (del Alma), Cántico espiritual y Llama de amor viva del poeta reformador. Los enigmas de los poemas se descifran de una manera antitética: recta y burlesca con el fin de ilustrar las peripecias habidas durante el viaje secreto del desmembrado cuerpo del poeta. A partir de la utilización de un supuesto lenguaje castizo y barroco el narrador concibe una historia con trazas del humor crudo de la literatura picaresca, los desatinos ineludibles del teatro del absurdo y la herencia cervantina en decires, personajes y situaciones en el cruce genérico entre poesía, drama y prosa.
Waiting as institution. Notes for an Institutional Analysis of Human Waiting Processes from a Discontinuous Materialism Perspective
Authors: Avila Castellanos Duzan Dussier
Published: July 2023

This essay proposes an alternative theory for analysing social and human waiting that breaks with the prevailing temporal approach. I suggest relocating waiting as a subject of study from the area of temporalities to that of social institutions. My approach draws on the theory of institutions offered by Discontinuous Materialism (DM) to analyse waiting processes. I argue that this perspective overcomes the gnoseological problems that current temporal theories of waiting have in the material field of these phenomena. The essay analyses the categories and concepts related to DM, such as ϕ-components and π-totalities, anthropological space, and ceremony. It shows how they can be applied to waiting processes. This work also critiques two theoretical pillars on which current research is based: the idea that waiting is a fundamentally experiential and subjective phenomenon and the view that waiting constitutes ontologically negative (temporal) phenomena. The proposed institutional theory transforms waiting from a nebulous, liminal, and temporal phenomenon to one with materially visible and determinable contours. The essay concludes by demonstrating how the institutional character of waiting can further refine and delimit their specific field while also situating social and human waiting within a broad and diverse gnoseological field.
REFLEXÕES SOBRE A EDUCAÇÃO DO CAMPO E O ENSINO DE GEOGRAFIA
Authors: Machado Francisca Araújo , Ximenes Antonia Vanessa Silva Freire Moraes
Published: July 2023

O presente artigo tem por objetivo fazer uma reflexão sobre o ensino de Geografia na Educação do Campo. Nessa perspectiva, buscamos apresentar as considerações de vários pesquisadores sobre o tema e ainda compreender como essas políticas de educação tão diferenciadas têm se relacionado com a política nacional de educação, considerando que o estado brasileiro tem apresentado muitas idas e vindas em sua construção democrática. Não esquecendo os avanços e retrocessos sofridos pela educação nacional com os quais os camponeses não foram inseridos como sujeitos, e sim como elementos importantes ao crescimento econômico, na perspectiva de superar os efeitos gerados pelas correlações de forças entre o capital e o campo. Os camponeses não tinham influência para com a economia de exportação, não conseguiam ser ouvidos em suas demandas específicas. Motivo pelo qual a população camponesa buscou se organizar e lutar por seus direitos. Direito a ter direito. Inclusive no que se refere à política pública de Educação que chega ao campo com o mesmo currículo da cidade e prepara a juventude que busca emprego para trabalhar no agronegócio, a Educação do Campo propõe formação para melhorar as condições de vida no campo e decisão política.
ANALISIS INDEKS KEPUASAN MASYARAKAT TERHADAP PELAYANAN PUBLIK DI PUSKESMAS KEMARAYA KECAMATAN KENDARI BARAT KOTA KENDARI
Authors: Alfira Rezky Fajriati Rahmad  , Tawai Adrian , Suhadi
Published: July 2023

This survey was conducted to measure the services of Kemaraya Health Center, West Kendari District, Kendari City through the Community Satisfaction Index. This quantitative descriptive study will present the results of research using most numerical statements and narrative sentences with qualitative explanatory forms. The study will be conducted at Kemaraya Health Center, West Kendari District, Kendari City from August 2022 to October 2022. The sampling technique uses the Likert scale most commonly used in survey research. The data collection techniques used are questionnaires, notes, and observations. The Community Satisfaction Index of Kemaraya Health Center in Kendari City falls into the good category with a magnitude of 81.76. Based on the nine performance elements, executive capital is the element with the highest index value of 84.75 and is therefore at a good level. While the indicator with the lowest index value, namely the infrastructure indicator 76.5.
WHY TRADITIONAL MARKET BUYERS GOING DIGITAL: An Empirical Study on Switching Behavior
Authors: Wiyata
Published: July 2023

This study attempts to provide a strengthened understanding of why people switch from traditional payment to digital payment QRIS (Quick Response Code Indonesian Standard). Grounding on the push, pull, mooring model as framework, I proposed dissatisfaction and transaction incovenience as the push factor, easy of use and critical mass as the pull factor, and switching cost as the mooring factor. I tested the proposed model by conducting a paper-based survey in Surakarta’s traditional market at Center of Java, Indonesia by comprising respondents comprising a total of 150 buyers. The results of PLS-SEM analysis demonstrated that except transaction inconvinience, all the proposed variables have been confirmed. From a theoretical implication, this study offers significant contributions to switching behavior literature by invesitivigating the applicability of the PPM Model in tradiotional market context. From a practical implication, these findings provide useful implications and insights for digital payment brands on how to encourage costumers switching from their traditional payment habits.
O ensaísmo de Macedo Soares: nuances e diálogos na imprensa acadêmica oitocentista
Authors: Cardoso Grossi Anna Giulia , Gonçalves de Souza Santos Natália
Published: July 2023

Este artigo analisa ensaios de Antônio Joaquim de Macedo Soares (1838-1905), publicados entre os anos de 1857 e 1861, nos Ensaios Literários do Ateneu Paulistano e no Fórum Literário, visando elucidar aspectos constitutivos de seu discurso crítico que demonstrem um processo de mudança nas posições assumidas pelo autor, indo de uma adoção apaixonada do ideário nacionalista a um olhar mais amplo para o fazer literário. Para tanto, o cenário que permeou o processo de emancipação das letras pátrias e a circulação dos estudos de literaturas estrangeiras no Brasil são retomados. Com base neles, analisam-se hegemonismos e dissonâncias nos textos do fluminense. À medida em que a sua produção crítica é revisitada à luz de um determinado arcabouço teórico, no caso, os primeiros passos da literatura comparada no Brasil, uma imagem menos convencional dessa figura que marcaria a crítica literária oitocentista é entrevista.
Inventarisasi Pola Tanam di Antara Tegakan Kelapa di Kabupaten Padang Pariaman
Authors: Dewi Riska Kurnia , Suliansyah Irfan , Anwar Aswaldi , Syarif Auzar , Suryani Nova
Published: July 2023

Kabupeten Padang Pariaman merupakan daerah dengan luas area dan produksi tanaman kelapa paling luas di Provinsi Sumatera Barat, namun belum semua petani di Kabupaten Padang Pariaman memanfaatkan daerah di antara tegakan kelapa dengan tanaman lain, padahal dengan pengaturan pola tanam dan varietas tanaman yang sesuai dapat meningkatkan produktivitas lahan dan pendapatan petani. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji bentuk pola tanam dan mengidentifikasi varietas tanaman yang umum dibudidayakan di antara tanaman kelapa di Kabupaten Padang Pariaman. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode survei, yang ditentukan secara sengaja (purposive sampling) pada 12 Kecamatan dengan produksi kelapa paling banyak dari 17 Kecamatan di Kabupaten Padang Pariaman. Kecamatan yang dipilih sebagai sampel adalah Kecamatan yang memiliki lahan kelapa yang diusahakan masyarakat. Jumlah responden sebanyak 100 orang petani sebagai data primer. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat 6 Kecamatan yang memanfaatkan lahan di antara tegakan kelapa, yaitu, Kecamatan Lubuk Alung, Kecamatan VII Koto Sungai Sarik, Kecamatan V Koto Timur, Kecamatan V Koto Kampung Dalam, Kecamatan Sungai Garingging dan Kecamatan Batang Gasan. Pola tanam yang diterapkan yaitu pola tanam tumpang sari, monokultur dan campuran. Adapun varietas tanaman yang umumnya dibudidayakan dibawah tegakan kelapa yaitu jagung, kacang panjang, cabe, timun, ubi kayu, pisang, jahe, mentimun, manggis, kacang tanah dan lain-lain. Setiap daerah memiliki variasi dalam pemanfaatan lahan di antara tanaman perkebunan termasuk tegakan kelapa. Hal tersebut tergantung pada tingkat kebutuhan, sosial budaya, pendidikan masyarakat serta faktor fisik dan ekologi daerah setempat sehingga membutuhkan penelitian lebih lanjut mengenai hal tersebut.
The impact of the monetary policy transmission mechanism-the money supply channel on the economy
Authors: Herlina Deswita , Suci Stannia Cahaya , Rahman Muhammad Rafi
Published: July 2023

This study aims to assess the effectiveness of the monetary policy transmission mechanism on the money supply channel to the economy with the goal of prices (inflation) and income (Real GDP) from the first quarter of 2010 to the fourth quarter of 2021. The variables in this study include the BI Rate or Bank Indonesia reference interest rate, the money supply M0, the money supply M1, the money supply M2, inflation, and real GDP. The data processing phases begin with verifying data stationarity, optimum lag processing, and the Johansen co-integration test. Then this research employs an analytical method, namely the vector error correction model (VECM). The effectiveness of monetary policy transmission was analyzed using the optimal lag test. Then the impulse response and variance decomposition function to see the magnitude of the response of each variable. This study shows that the transmission of monetary policy to inflation through the money supply channel is more effective than the money supply channel to real GDP.
Islamic ethics intervention on dysfunctional audit behavior
Authors: Muchlis Saiful , Hasugian Hotbin , Mais Rimi Gusliana , Munir Munir
Published: July 2023

This study aims to determine the effect of locus of control, organizational commitment, and turnover intention on dysfunctional audit behaviour, as well as the influence of Islamic ethics, which moderates locus of control, organizational commitment, and turnover intention on dysfunctional audit behaviour of auditors who work in the Makassar inspectorate office. This research is a type of quantitative research. This study using attribution theory and attitude and behaviour theory. The population in this study were auditors who worked in the inspectorate office of the city of Makassar using the saturated sample method. The research data is primary data collected through a questionnaire survey. Data analysis used multiple linear regression analysis to determine the locus of control, organizational commitment, and turnover intention to the auditors' dysfunctional audit behaviour. The results showed that locus of control had a positive effect, the organizational commitment had a negative impact, and turnover intention did not affect dysfunctional audit behaviour. In addition, this study shows that Islamic ethics moderations organizational commitment to auditors 'dysfunctional audit behaviour and Islamic ethics cannot moderate locus of control and turnover intention on auditors' dysfunctional audit behaviour.
Implementing Secure Bridges: Learnings from the Secure Asset Transfer Protocol
Authors: Marstein Kjell-Erik , Chiriac Alexandru , Riley Luke , Hardjono Thomas , Verdian Gilbert
Published: July 2023

Securely transferring tokenised assets between largely non-interoperable blockchain networks is a great challenge to take on. Implementations must coordinate transactions on multiple blockchain networks which have inherently different characteristics and functionality. Moreover, implementations must coordinate transactions in strict order, in an atomic, synchronised way so that owners do not risk their assets becoming lost, while also mitigating the age-old problem of “avoiding double spend”. Several protocols for cross-network asset transfer, i.e. the bridging of assets, exist, and several production bridge implementations exist. However, frequent high-profile security breaches have arguably given bridges a bad reputation. Therefore, there is a clear need for standardised bridge protocols to re-establish trust. One initiative for standardising cross-network bridges is the Secure Asset Transfer Protocol (SATP) developed by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF). This protocol establishes four distinctive phases for the asset transfer process, driven by a standardised messaging cycle between specialised bridge orchestration applications, known as gateways. In this paper, we demonstrate a reference framework with functions needed to implement SATP. We describe our implementation of this reference framework, why SATP is unique and why SATP is likely to be an important contribution to powering future bridges.
Analytical Model of 3D Helical Solenoids, for Efficient Computation of Dynamic EM Fields, Complex Inductance, and Radiation Resistance
Authors: Zadehgol Ata
Published: July 2023

We use the dynamic Green's function to produce a frequency-dependent magnetic vector potential $\vec{A}(\omega)$ and derive expressions for the efficient (accurate and fast) computation of cylindrical components of the magnetic flux density vector $\vec{B}(\omega)$ as a function of the solenoid's geometric and material parameters. $\vec{A}(\omega)$ may be used to efficiently compute the frequency-dependent flux linkage $\Phi(\omega)$, the complex inductance $L(\omega)$, and the radiation patterns of the solenoid anywhere in space including both near-field and far-field regions, excluding the (source) regions of conducting wire. Additionally, we propose the complex calibration coefficient $\chi(\omega)$ to account for the finite-radius conductor.

Several numerical examples are provided to validate the proposed helical model against the superposition of circular loops. The proposed model is demonstrated for a wide range of applications across the spectrum from 60 Hz to 170 GHz, representing low-frequency power systems to high-frequency mm-wave communication systems. A plan is being developed for experimental validation of the model. 
Material-adapted Gripping and Handling of PEO-based Cell Components for All-Solid State Battery Cell Stacking
Authors: Nguyen Do Minh , Scharmann Timon , Dröder Klaus
Published: July 2023

Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) immensely contribute to the electromobility’s success for achieving climate change goals. As LIBs are forecasted to succumb to optimization limits in the coming decade, next generation battery technologies, such as all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs), gain noteworthy attention for meeting ever-increasing cell performance requirements. By deploying solid electrolytes (SEs), compared to liquid electrolytes in current LIBs, ASSBs benefit from enhanced safety against flammability and allow for the usage of lithium metal anodes for higher energy densities. Here, polymer solid electrolytes, such Polyethylene oxide (PEO), are widely used for their high flexibility and hence beneficial processability properties compared other SEs. However, their adhesive behavior poses challenges when conducting handling and stacking processes with conventional grippers during cell assembly. In this research, we present a parameter study on ASSB handling and stacking with PEO-based cell components aiming to promote process understanding and point out optimization potentials. An experimental design for testing different grippers is devised by which deposition accuracy was systematically assessed in relation to the holding force, gripper speed, and placement distance. Within this evaluation, the electrostatic gripper with PTFE dielectric provides adequate position and orientation accuracies in almost all experiments while showing improved accuracies with higher holding forces. Parameter settings achieving higher overall deposition accuracies for all tested grippers are identified. This research provides insights into the establishment of stacking processes for realizing an industry-scale ASSB production.
Assessment of Technical Information Quality Using Machine Learning
Authors: Bhardwaj Arvind Kumar , Rangineni Sandeep
Published: July 2023

In this study, we provide the groundwork for using machine learning techniques in big software companies for evaluating and forecasting product quality. 
Goal-oriented Data-driven Control for a Holistic Thermal Management System of an Electric Vehicle
Authors: Tao Yikai , Li Jian , Gao Guanlin , liu Zhihong , Rinderknecht Stephan
Published: July 2023

preprint version of the paper submitted to Transactions of Automation Science and Engineering
Electro-Thermal Homogenization of High-Temperature Superconductor Stacks
Authors: Klop Casper , Nøland Jonas Kristiansen
Published: July 2023

This paper presents a homogenized electrothermal model for high-temperature superconductor (HTS) stacks made of multiple REBCO tapes, which reduces the computational complexity of their thermal analysis. An average heat capacity and an orthotropic heat conductivity are derived for the equivalent thermal properties of the HTS coil. The proposed homogenization method is verified to produce the same results as the full model with an error below 5% for a range of scenarios, including transport losses, magnetization losses, AC frequencies from 50 to 300 Hz and a temperature range from 25 to 80 K. This new model allows for the use of a significantly coarser mesh, which reduces the computation time by an order of magnitude compared to the full model.
Sensor fusion between IMU and 2D LiDAR Odometry based on NDT-ICP algorithm for Real-Time Indoor 3D Mapping
Authors: Panicker Rohan
Published: July 2023

In this paper, we fuse data from an Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) and a 2D Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) with the help of an Extended Kalman Filter (EKF) for producing a 3D map of an indoor environment. The IMU is mounted on top of the 2D-LiDAR, and this system is attached to the tilt bracket of the Pan-Tilt-Unit (PTU). Point cloud registration algorithms such as Iterative Closest Point (ICP) and Normal Distribution Transform (NDT) are used to estimate the pose using the current and the previous point cloud transformation. Due to certain drawbacks of the ICP and NDT registration algorithms, an optimized version that combines both two algorithms is used for the pose estimation of the setup.
Pengembangan Modul Fisika Bermuatan Authentic Learning untuk Meningkatkan Kemampuan Pemecahan Masalah Peserta Didik pada Materi Elastisitas dan Hukum Hooke.
Authors: Humayrah Humayrah , Zainuddin Zainuddin , Mahtari Saiyidah
Published: July 2023

Penelitian ini dilatarbelakangi oleh belum tersedianya modul fisika yang bermuatan authentic learning dan rendahnya kemampuan pemecahan masalah (KPM) peserta didik. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mendeskripsikan kelayakan modul bermuatan authentic learning dalam mengajarkan materi elastisitas dan hukum Hooke serta melatihkan KPM berdasarkan validitas, kepraktisan, efektivitas, dan pencapaian kemampuan pemecahan masalah. Penelitian pengembangan dengan model ADDIE ini diuji coba pada 33 orang peserta didik kelas XI PMIA 1 SMAN 3 Banjarmasin. Data penelitian diperoleh melalui lembar validitas modul, lembar validitas tes hasil belajar, lembar validitas RPP, lembar pengamatan keterlaksanaan RPP, tes hasil belajar, dan lembar pengamatan KPM. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa modul yang dikembangkan memiliki kelayakan yang sebagai berikut: (1) valid dengan rata-rata skor 3,17; (2) sangat praktis dengan rata-rata 3,61; (3) efektif berdasarkan n-gain skor sebesar 0,59 yang berkategori sedang, dan (4) mencapai KPM yang baik dengan rata-rata skor 3,58. Dapat disimpulkan bahwa modul bermuatan authentic learning pada materi elastisitas dan hukum Hooke untuk melatihkan KPM layak digunakan dalam pembelajaran.
Development of Authentic Learning Loaded Physics Modules to Improve Students' Problem Solving Ability on Elasticity and Hooke's Law. 
This research was motivated by the unavailability of physics modules containing authentic learning and the low problem-solving ability (KPM) of students. The purpose of this study was to describe the feasibility of authentic learning modules in teaching elasticity and Hooke's law and to train KPM based on validity, practicality, effectiveness, and achievement of problem solving abilities. This development research using the ADDIE model was tested on 33 students of class XI PMIA 1 SMAN 3 Banjarmasin. Research data were obtained through module validity sheets, learning achievement test validity sheets, lesson plan validity sheets, lesson plan implementation observation sheets, learning achievement tests, and KPM observation sheets. The results of the study show that the modules developed have the following eligibility: (1) valid with an average score of 3.17; (2) very practical with an average of 3.61; (3) effective based on an n-gain score of 0.59 which is in the moderate category, and (4) achieves a good KPM with an average score of 3.58. It can be concluded that the module contains authentic learning on elasticity and Hooke's law to train KPM is suitable for use in learning
A STYLISTIC STUDY OF SYNONYMY IN W. WORDSWORTH’S POETRY
Authors: -Hindawi Fareed , Alkhazaali, Musaab Abdulzahra
Published: July 2023

This study deals with the role of synonyms in propounding the main themes in Wordsworth's poetry, who is considered one of the best representatives of the romantic poets. Thus, his style can be a portrait for this movement.
Wordsworth's poetry generally reacts against the thought and literary practices of the preceding century. His  major subject, like most Romanticists, matter is the beauty and satisfactions derive from nature. Romanticists believe in naturalism and realism in the place of morality. They believe that man should not be conformed or stereotyped to one norm of code rather derive pleasure from what he derives from nature (see Abrams, 1953; Moulin, 2005: 1-2). His style, thus, is worth researching because it is a picture of his age.
The Sympathetic Vampire:A Study of Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire
Authors: SARHAN QASSIM , SAHIB ZAHRAA'
Published: July 2023

The myth of the vampire has continued to frighten and fascinate people all over the world. The idea of an undead night-stalker that feeds on human blood has been around for centuries and endures to this day. Numerous countries and cultures across the globe have personal deviations of a similar mythical entity. No matter the variation, all the vampire tales have a key commonality ‒ the lust for human blood. The cornerstone upon which all the vampire characters now turn was established in 1897 byBram Stoker in his novel Dracula which, since its publication, has never been out of print and its title character, Count Dracula, has become an icon of terror that inspired many subsequent novels and stories of the vampire fiction genre. However, only a handful of these novels were considered of literary merit. That handful includes the works of Anne Rice (1941‒) in which she develops a new way of portraying the vampire in fiction. The figure of vampire has changed from the evil and menacing figure of Dracula to a kinder and more sympathetic vampire who questions the meaning of its existence.
Variation of soil properties in the western plateau of Najaf governorate using geographic information systems
Authors: ابو رحيل عبد الحسن , فليفل كامل
Published: July 2023

The research aims to reveal the variation of soil characteristics in the western plateau of Najaf Governorate and to show this variation in the form of spatial distribution using geographic information systems (modeling) method for soil samples, which amounted to (40) samples, covering most of the study area and its area (27528) km 2 and a depth of (0-30 cm).
The research first dealt with the physical characteristics, which included analyzing the soil texture of sand, clay, and silt, and knowing their proportions. The increase in the proportions of sand appeared in the samples that fall within the Najaf-Karbala plateau, and the relatively high proportions of silt in the samples of the Bahr Al-Najaf region.
HIV/AIDS Risk Behaviour among Secondary School Students in Bwari Area Council of FCT-Abuja, Nigeria
Authors: JO Ajobiewe , M Ogbonna , HF Ajobiewe , K Alau , N Yashim , M Vamparious , L Umeji , P Udefuna
Published: July 2023

Introduction: This research examined those risk behaviors in HIV/AIDS disease: Using a descriptive cross-sectional research design a proportional cluster sampling method was adopted to randomly select three government, one private, and three hundred and sixty senior secondary school students as volunteers for the study. A self-designed questionnaire was used for data collection. Data collected were analyzed using frequency counts and percentages to answer research questions while unpaired student’s t test was used to test hypotheses. Although no significant difference existed between practicable and workable solutions towards combating HIV/AIDS epidemic in Bwari Area Council of FCT-Abuja (P>0.05):We were able to establish however that reduction of sexual partners and sexual abstinence have significant impact at combating HIV/AIDS epidemics in Bwari Area Council of FCT-Abuja (P<0.05). It also showed that knowledge of HIV/AIDS risk behaviors has negative impact on the student’s school attendance and achievement. This study concluded that knowledge and peer group influence contributed to HIV/AIDS risk behaviors among secondary school students in Bwari Area Council of FCT-Abuja. It was therefore recommended that Voluntary Testing Centers (VTC), Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) and negative peer pressure reduction strict obligation and necessity in schools’ environments.
Evaluation of Antibacterial Activity of Sunflower Seed Extract on Listeria monocytogenes and Shigella sonnei Associated with Food-Borne- Infections
Authors: HF Ajobiewe , E Itodo , JOK Abioye , JO Ajobiewe , K Alau , N Yashim , M Vamparious , L Umeji , P Udefuna
Published: July 2023

Introduction: The emerging upsurge in the rate of resistance of bacteria to conventional antibiotics and the high cost of orthodox medical treatment underpinned the need for medicinal plant as potential alternative therapy. This study aimed at evaluating the antibacterial activity of sunflower seed extract in the treatment of diarrhea. Ethanol and aqueous seed crude extract were screened for antibacterial activity in-vitro against Listeria monocytogenes and Shigella sonnei. Prior to the screening, plant phytochemical screening was conducted using standard methods. The antibacterial activity was carried out using agar well diffusion method and compared to the standard antibiotic ciprofloxacin. The minimum bactericidal concentration was determined by plating out from microtiter plates with no visible growth. The results of phytochemical screening reveal the presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, cardiac glycoside, anthraquinones and resins from prepared crude extract of sunflower. The ethanolic extract had antibacterial activity against the tests organisms with diameter zone of inhibition range from 31mm at 15.63mg/ml. This provides evidence for its usage as an alternative remedy for the treatment of diarrhea caused by Listeria monocytogenes and Shigella sonnei.
Early Pregnancy Ultrasound Assessment of Multiple Pregnancies
Authors: Gurjar Anjali , Chaturvedi Akash
Published: July 2023

As the frequency of multiple pregnancies is increasing, every obstetrician has to know that the correct, accurate, and timely determination of gestational age, chorionicity and amnionicity has significant importance in the management of a multiple pregnancy. Surveillance, complications, outcome, morbidity, and mortality are totally different in a mono-chorionic and a di-chorionic pregnancy. In this study, we will present the sonographic figures that are visualized in the first trimester in a multiple pregnancy and help us define the gestational age, chorionicity and amnionicity. We will classify them into two periods: the early first trimester, including the 10 first weeks of gestation and the late first trimester including the period between the 10th and 14th week of gestation. Finally, we will review some interesting, although infrequent, cases from the literature, showing that pitfalls in the determination of both chorionicity and amnionicity exist and highlighting the importance of being aware of their subsistence.
A Severely Neglected Paediatric Case: Congenital Hypothyroidism
Authors: Noor Reshma , Nandy Subir , Ferdous Jannatul , Rahman Mst. Ruzina
Published: July 2023

Introduction: Congenital hypothyroidism is a common endocrinal disorder of newborn. Early diagnosis and management is essential to prevent the irreversible complication of congenital hypothyroidism. So, widespread implementation of newborn screening for this condition is very important [1]. Case report: A 14- year- old boy presented with short stature, chronic constipation, intellectual disability and delayed puberty as a result of untreated congenital hypothyroidism. Conclusion: This case shows the importance of early diagnosis and management of congenital hypothyroidism by routine newborn screening and adequate replacement therapy.
A Rare Case of Bilateral Rudimentary Uterine Horns with Cervico-Vaginal Aplasia- A Case Report
Authors: Bhagat Manish , Gupta Shilpi
Published: July 2023

The purpose of this study was to review the embryology, classification, imaging features and treatment options of Müllerian duct anomalies. MDAs are a broad and complex spectrum of abnormalities that are often associated with primary amenorrhea, infertility, obstetric complications, and endometriosis. MDAs are commonly associated with renal and other anomalies; thus, identification of both kidneys is important. However, MDAs are not associated with ovarian anomalies. The role of imaging is to help detect, classify and guide surgical management. At this time, MRI is the modality of choice because of its high accuracy in detecting and accurately characterising Müllerian duct anomalies. In conclusion, radiologists should be familiar with the imaging features of the seven classes of Müllerian duct anomalies, as the appropriate course of treatment relies upon the correct diagnosis and categorisation of each anomaly.
Unexpected Difficult Intubation caused by Undiagnosed Laryngeal Tuberculosis in a Patient Requiring Pericardiectomy for Tuberculosis Pericarditis: A Case Report
Authors: Lee Jeonghan , Cho Seung Bae , Lee Geunho
Published: July 2023

Airway management is a critical aspect of anesthesia, and difficulties in endotracheal intubation can lead to life threatening complications. While an anticipated difficult intubation can be managed with proper preparation and planning, unexpected difficult intubation can be a challenging situation even to skilled anesthesiologists. We experienced unexpected difficult intubation in a 66-year-old male patient with known tuberculosis pericarditis scheduled for elective pericardiectomy surgery. Multiple intubation attempts were made using various techniques, and successful intubation was achieved with a smaller diameter endotracheal tube. Surgery was uneventful and post-operative evaluation of the airway confirmed laryngeal tuberculosis. This case highlights the importance of vigilance in managing unexpected difficult intubation, especially in patients with a history of tuberculosis or immunosuppressive conditions. Prompt recognition of airway stenosis and appropriate interventions are crucial in securing the airway patency to minimize complications in patients with undiagnosed tuberculosis laryngitis.
Analisis Hubungan Intensitas Pencahayaan dan Kelelahan Mata terhadap Produktivitas Kerja pada Pekerja Konveksi Tahun 2022
Authors: Pratikto Zulham Dwi , Setyawati Ekaterina , Thaib Djamal
Published: July 2023

The garment industry must have three main assets: fabrics, sewing machines, and sewing machine operators. Because the amount of finished garments produced is dependent on the sewing machine operator, he or she is the most important person. However, in reality, it is known that this section has a lighting intensity below the average compared to the applicable government policy, so it is found that it causes several symptoms of complaints of eye fatigue, which have an impact on the rise and fall of the level of work productivity of workers. This research method is explanatory, with data collected via questionnaires and interviews, as well as total sampling techniques. Respondents are employees of Dodik Garment and CV. Arga Garment. The analysis technique used is the Pearson correlation coefficient, the coefficient of determination, and the significance test, which were tested using SPSS for Windows version 27.0. The results of this study indicate that the lighting intensity is below the minimum standard. Most workers complain of eye fatigue, which manifests as symptoms such as red eyes, drowsiness, and headaches. All independent variables, namely lighting intensity (X1) and eye fatigue (X2), simultaneously (simultaneously) or individually (partially) affect the dependent variable, work productivity (Y). Some suggestions that can be given are the need for supervision from related government agencies, carrying out routine maintenance, redesigning room layouts to maximize lighting distribution, conducting periodic eye health checks, and making regulations and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to minimize the risk of eye fatigue complaints
Pengaruh Faktor–Faktor Pembentuk Budaya K3 pada Kinerja K3 Pekerja Proyek Kegiatan Drilling Rig di Pt X Lapangan Y
Authors: Setiawan Heri , Ramli Soehatman , Syahfirin Syahfirin
Published: July 2023

The drilling rig construction project has the characteristic that its workers experience the impact of limited time and budget pressures in the planning and execution of activities, most of which are carried out by skilled human workers who are temporary in nature who migrate from one place to another and are heavily influenced by weather conditions and The surrounding environment is a few special characteristics that distinguish drilling rig activity projects in well drilling from construction projects in other industries. The forming factors of OSH culture have an effect on improving the OSH performance of workers on drilling rig activity projects and OSH culture at PT X. This research was conducted to identify and analyze the factors forming OSH culture which influence the OSH performance of workers, especially on drilling rig activity projects, as well as analyzing the influence of the factors forming the OSH culture on the OSH performance of the drilling rig activity project workers. The independent variables: Worker Commitment to K3 (X1), Compliance with K3 Regulations and Procedures (X2), Worker Communication in K3 (X3), Worker Competence in K3 (X4), Worker Involvement in K3 (X5), Worker Environment (X6), While the dependent is the K3 Performance of Drilling Activity Project Workers (Y). Data analysis in this study used descriptive statistical analysis and multivariate analysis with the Smart Partial Least Square 3 (SmartPLS 3) approach. The results of the analysis of the behavior of the respondents were male, mostly aged 36-45 years, had a Bachelor's degree, and had worked for more than 6 months and the results of the analysis of the respondents' perceptions of each variable obtained an average value calculated between 4.18 – 4.34. The results of the Smart Partial Least Square 3 analysis show that the independent variables consisting of workers' commitment to OHS (X1), Compliance with K3 regulations and procedures (X2), and Worker Involvement in OHS (X5) have a significant and positive effect on the dependent variable OHS Performance of Project Workers Drilling Rig Activities (Y).
A integração das tecnologias digitais nos anos iniciais do ensino fundamental: contribuições para o processo de ensino-aprendizagem
Authors: Mattos Morisso Maríndia
Published: July 2023

Resumo
O presente artigo tem como objetivo, investigar as contribuições da integração das tecnologias para o processo de ensino-aprendizagem nos anos iniciais do ensino fundamental. Para isso, buscamos articular à essa problemática, o conceito de Fluência Tecnológico-Pedagógica (FTP). O estudo foi desenvolvido durante o estágio supervisionado de uma acadêmica do curso de pedagogia, seguindo os princípios metodológicos da pesquisa-ação. Os resultados apontaram o quanto a experiência pode ser positiva para os alunos e, ao mesmo tempo, desafiadora para os docentes. Mesmo assim, concluiu-se que o processo de ensino-aprendizagem produziu resultados positivos devido à FTP. O planejamento de todas as atividades mediadas pelas tecnologias digitais, buscando atender às necessidades dos alunos justifica essa afirmação. A FTP está em constante evolução e sempre será exigida a cada nova experiência.
Abstract
This article aims to investigate the contributions of integration of technologies to the teaching-learning process in the early years of elementary school. In this way, we seek to articulate this problem with the concept of Technological-Pedagogical Fluency (TPF). The study was developed during the supervised internship of a pedagogy student in the early years of elementary school following the methodological principles of action research. The results showed how positive the experience can be for students and challenging for teachers. Even so, it was concluded that the teaching-learning process produced positive results due to TPF. The planning of all activities mediated by digital technologies seeking to meet the needs of students justifies this statement. TPF is constantly evolving and will always be required with each new experience.
DEFICIÊNCIA IMUNE RELACIONADA À DEPRESSÃO
Authors: Fernandes Fagundes Marcos Gustavo , Roque Santos Welliton
Published: July 2023

RESUMO

 

O sistema imunológico caracteriza-se como a defesa do nosso organismo quanto às patologias que podem prejudica-lo. Em contrapartida, a depressão é uma doença de acometimento mental. Assim, o problema que norteou esta pesquisa foi: qual é a relação da depressão com o sistema imunológico? A fim de responder ao questionamento, o trabalho teve por objetivo geral descrever o conhecimento científico disponível acerca dos fatores que evidenciam a relação da depressão com o sistema imune. Para alcançar o objetivo proposto, optou-se pela realização de uma revisão integrativa. Foram utilizadas, para este estudo, informações obtidas a partir do levantamento de artigos científicos sobre a depressão, sistema imunológico e também sobre a sua associação, cujos descritores foram: depressão; sistema imunológico; neurobiologia; relação da depressão com o sistema imunológico. A revisão foi realizada a partir da consulta de artigos disponíveis em bases científicas. Desse modo, a pesquisa identificou a relação da depressão como fator associado à deficiência imune e também ao acometimento de outras patologias e reações no organismo. Mesmo existindo pouca literatura sobre a temática, foi possível comprovar a relação da patologia depressão com o sistema imunológico.

 

Palavras-chave: Sistema imune; Depressão, Neurobiologia.
Therapeutic Potential of Amniotic Fluid-Derived Stem Cells into Pancreatic Lineage in an Animal Model of Diabetes
Authors: Rastogi Leena , Nityanand Soniya
Published: July 2023

Diabetes is a major health concern and it is estimated that India became diabetic capital in the future. The therapeutic potential of various medications, cell therapy, and islet transplantation is explored in recent years. The therapeutic potential of Mesenchymal Stem cells (MSCs) from bone marrow and from other sources has been studied forthe treatment of diabetes. MSCsfrom bone marrow ameliorate hyperglycemia but are unable to restore normoglycaemia in diabetic animals when injected with a single dose. The therapeutic potential of another more primitive source of MSCs from human amniotic fluid-derived stem cells (hAFSCs) has not been explored in diabetes. In the present study, we have assessed the effect of hAFSCs in a rat model of diabetes. hAFSCs transplantation has been seen to control blood glucose levels, and promote weight gain and other physiological parameters. Immuno-histochemical results suggested an increase in islet mass and number after hAFSCs transplantation. Q-RTPCR results showed transcription factors Ins-1, Oct-4, MAF-A, and PDX-1 were markedly upregulated in the hAFSCs transplanted group in comparison with diabetes and control groups. These data suggest that hAFSCs possess considerable therapeutic potential for diabetes through the restoration of insulin mass and up regulations of transcription factors of pancreatic lineage. Keyword : Amniotic fluid stem cells, diabetic mellitus, rat
Digital transformation in construction – a review
Authors: Samuelson Olle , Stehn Lars
Published: July 2023

Digital transformation (DT) is expected to contribute to the construction industry's ability to meet climate and sustainable challenges and increase companies' productivity. This study aims to explore requirements for, and factors affecting DT in the construction industry. This research goes beyond the technology perspective and focus on factors needed to transform the potential of digitalisation to benefits for organisations in the construction industry. A structured literature review is performed where knowledge gaps are identified, and a framework is developed that maps the required changes, as well as the associated challenges, constraints, and implications.
The construction industry´s business-to-business logic, and the fragmented and project-based structure is found to have impact on the industry´s development within DT. Mainly regarding the DT aspects disruption, structural changes, organisational barriers, and the central aspect value creation. The understanding of DT by scholars and practitioners in the construction industry is found immature and this calls for further research. The research contributes to understanding of the concept DT and proposes, based on earlier DT literature, an adjusted framework for DT in construction, and points out key areas where research in construction has gaps to fill.
Educação sensível e contação de histórias dramatizadas
Authors: Aragão Janaina de Sousa , Chaluh Laura Noemi
Published: July 2023

Este trabalho é um recorte de uma pesquisa de doutorado, que tomou como objeto de estudo a experiência de uma professora de teatro que promoveu um curso de formação pautado na contação de histórias dramatizadas para professores da Educação Infantil. Tratou-se de uma pesquisa narrativa que teve como objetivo geral investigar as contribuições e as potencialidades da contação de histórias dramatizadas na constituição docente. Neste artigo apresentamos parte do trabalho desenvolvido no curso de formação para compreender de que forma a contação de histórias dramatizadas promove uma educação sensível. O inventário de materiais é composto pelo diário de bordo coletivo dos professores; relatos de experiências e fotografias. A interpretação dos dados foi inspirada no paradigma indiciário. Como contribuições destacamos que essa prática possibilitou a redescoberta do corpo, a expressividade por meio de diferentes linguagens e o fazer junto.
Assessing the Experience of Public Speaking Contest in Moroccan Tertiary
Authors: Beniche Mounir
Published: July 2023

The aim of this study is to assess the experience of public speaking contest in Moroccan  Preparatory Classes of Higher Engineering Schools (Classes Préparatoires aux Grandes Ecoles) ( CPGE).The participants  of this study  were  CPGE teachers from different centers in Morocco . The study uses qualitative design . The contents of teachers’ interviews  were  analyzed qualitatively. The results  of the study demonstrate clearly  that   the public speaking contest  is crucial for CPGE students to enhance their speaking skills in professional contexts and everyday practices ; however, it is challenging for many students. The difficulties CPGE encounter in the public speaking contest  are aligned to many factors . Firstly,  they do not have the habit of speaking  English publicly before an audience .  Secondly , most students do not master the skills of public speaking.  Thirdly, they are not involved in extra-curricular  activities to sharpen their speaking skills. The study ended up by suggesting practical solutions  to overcome such challenges.
PENINGKATAN MINAT DAN HASIL BELAJAR SISWA DALAM PEMBELAJARAN IPA DENGAN MENGGUNAKAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN PICTURE AND PICTURE KELAS IV SD NEGERI 228 HUTAGODANG
Authors: Matondang Suriani
Published: July 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana peningkatkan minat belajar siswa pada pembelajaran IPA kelas  IV SD Negeri 228 Hutagodang dengan model pembelajaran Picture and picture. Untuk mengetahui bagaimana peningkatkan hasil belajar siswa pada pembelajaran IPA kelas  IV SD Negeri 228 Hutagodang dengan model pembelajaran Picture and picture. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di SD Negeri 228 yang beralamat di Hutagodang. Dalam penelitian ini digunakan jenis penelitian PTK (Classroom Action Research). Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan observasi, angket dan tes. Adapun subjek dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh siswa kelas IV di SD Negeri 228 yang berjumlah 27 orang. Objek penelitian ini adalah meningkatkan minat dan hasil belajar siswa melalui penggunaan model pembelajaran picture and picture. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian yang dilakukan minat belajar siswa pada siklus I diketahui bahwa siswa yang memiliki minat sangat baik tidak ada atau 0 dan siswa yang memiliki minat baik juga tidak ada atau 0. Kemudian siswa yang memiliki minat cukup sebanyak 22 orang atau 81.48% dan siswa kurang berminat yakni sebanyak 5 siswa atau 18.52%. Adapun hasil dari siklus ke II siswa yang memiliki minat sangat baik berjumlah 19 siswa atau 70.375. Siswa yang memiliki minat baik sebanyak 6 orang atau 22.22%. Kemudian siswa yang memiliki minat cukup sebanyak 2 orang atau 7.41% dan siswa kurang berminat tidak ada atau 0. Berdasarkan hasil tes per siklus di atas diketahui pada siklus I siswa yang tuntas sebanyak 7 orang atau 25.93% sedangkan pada siklus yang ke II siswa yang tuntas sebanyak 24 atau 88.89%. Berdasarkan kriteria ketuntasan prestasi belajar siswa secara klasikal satu kelas dikatakan tuntas belajar apabila di dalam kelas tersebut telah terdapat 80%. dengan perolehan ketuntasan sebesar 88,89% maka dapat disimpulkan bahwa pembelajaran dengan menerapkan model pembelajaran picture and picture pada siswa kelas IV SD Negeri 228 Hutagodang tuntas secara klasikal