bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Selective Occlusal Features of Primary Dentition in Malay Children at a Centre in Sungai Buloh
Authors: Azamzaki FH , Baharuddin N , Tandon S , Venkiteswaran A
Published: March 2022

Objectives: To determine the different occlusal characteristics in primary dentition of 3 to 6 year old Malay children and to create a preliminary database for future Malaysian studies as currently none of the studies has been conducted in Malaysian population regarding the occlusal features in primary dentition. Materials and method: The subjects were within the age ranging from 3 – 6 years old attending nurseries and kindergartens located within Sungai Buloh, Selangor. Sixty subjects were screened but only 47 fulfilled the criteria to be included in this study. Intra-oral examination was done to determine the terminal plane, canine relationship, overjet, overbite and primate space in the subjects. Results: Almost two thirds of the subjects (72.34%) presented with straight terminal plane. All but one subject were observed with Class I canine relationship. 61.7% subjects were with an ideal overjet and 53.19% of subjects had an ideal overbite. The mean value for primate space in the maxilla was 2.92mm and 1.60mm in the mandible. There was no significant difference between gender in all the parameters assessed. Conclusion: The results from the study shown that only few of the subjects had a tendency of malocclusion in their permanent dentition. However, a longitudinal study should be done to follow up their occlusal feature in the permanent dentition.
Periodontal Referral Pattern in Periodontal Specialist Clinic in Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM): A Retrospective Pilot Study
Authors: Noor E , Kamaruzaman NAN , Jeffri NSM , Eezammudden NNN , Noh NZM
Published: March 2022

Objectives: Periodontitis is a chronic disease which remain undiagnosed and untreated without proper examination and referral to specialist clinic for further management Therefore, this study was conducted to evaluate the pattern of referrals to Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Periodontal Specialist Clinic. Materials and methods: A total of 176 periodontal cases referred to UiTM Periodontal Specialist Clinic in year 2011 and 2016 were identified and patient’s referral forms were collected. The data obtained were the referred cases from undergraduate student clinics, other specialist clinics, UiTM primary dental care clinic and private dental clinics. Descriptive data analysis was conducted using frequency distribution by SPSS. Chi square analysis was used to evaluate the association of source of referral, diagnosis and reason for referrals to Periodontal Specialist Clinic. Results: There was increased referral cases to Periodontal Specialist Clinic in 2016 (86.9%) compared to 2011 (13.1%). Most referral to Periodontal Specialist Clinic were received from faculty’s undergraduate student clinic in both 2011 and 2016 (46%), followed by other specialists (27.3%), primary care clinic (25.6%) and private practice (1.1%). 96% of cases were referred for intervention by periodontist as more than half of the cases were referred for the non-surgical periodontal treatment. Chi square analysis showed the association between source of referral and reason for referral was statistically significant (p value=0.000). Conclusion: Proper periodontal screening in all patients and necessary referral to specialist clinic is crucial to prevent undiagnosed periodontal disease.
Antifungal Activities of Ziziphus mauritiana against Candida albicans: In Vitro Study
Authors: Said Gulam Khan HB , Mohd Sarmin NI , Arzmi MH , Amiruddin HF , Mohd Radzi AA
Published: March 2022

Medicinal plants have been discovered and used in traditional medicine and pharmaceutical industries since centuries. In the current study, Ziziphus mauritiana leaves was used as it is rich with many biological active compounds such as flavonoids, polyphenols, sapronins and tanins. Previous studies reported the antibacterial and antifungal effects of Z. mauritiana towards various microorganisms. However, the antifungal activities of Z. mauritiana methanol extracts on Candida albicans (Clinical and American Type Culture Collection Strains) have not been discovered extensively.Objectives: Therefore, the aim of the current study is to investigate the antifungal activity of Z. mauritiana leaves methanol extracts against C. albicans ATCC strain and clinical isolate (from oral cancer patient).Methods: Antifungal susceptibility test (AST) was performed using disc diffusion, minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum fungicidal concentration (MFC) to determine the antifungal activity of methanol leaves extract of Ziziphus mauritiana against C. albicans ATCC and clinical isolates.Results: The results obtained showed that there is no zone of inhibition seen from disk diffusion test for both strains. However, the minimal inhibitory and minimal fungicidal concentration showed that Ziziphus mauritiana methanol extracts was able to inhibit C. albicans clinical isolate but not ATCC strain at 500mg/mL.Conclusion: The finding of this study suggests that that Ziziphus mauritiana leaves methanol extract showed promising results against Candida albicans. Thus, it can be used as a source for functional ingredients for pharmaceutical drug industries in-order to reduce or inhibit oral fungal infection.
Influence of Hypnotic Suggestions to Increase Periodontal Patients' Compliance
Authors: Abdul Halim R , Mohamad HA , Zulkiflee AS , Noor E
Published: March 2022

Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of hypnosis 1) to reduce dental anxiety in periodontal patients, and 2) to increase periodontal patients’ compliance through the reduction of dental anxiety. Methods: This was a randomized control trial of 22 patients (13 males, 9 females; 40.14 ± 19.59 years) who underwent non-surgical periodontal therapy in the Postgraduate and Undergraduate Clinics. Patients were divided into the case, H, (hypnosis; n=11) and controlled, N, (no hypnosis; n=11) groups, where patients’ dental anxiety level was assessed twice for both groups using IDAF-4C+ during the first visit and the second visit. The compliance was evaluated during the follow-up visit. Results: The result showed statistically significant differences (p < 0.05) in the H group during the second visit indicating a reduction in dental anxiety as compared to N group. However, there were no statistically significant differences (p > 0.05) in the pattern of reduction of blood pressure between both case and control groups. Based on the heart rate, patients were found to be more relaxed with hypnotherapy at the beginning of the treatment but halfway through, patients without hypnotherapy had a more significant reduction in heart rate level. Conclusion: Hypnotic suggestions were found to help reduce patient’s fear and anxiety. However, the compliance of the patients with or without hypnotherapy proved to have a similar outcome.
Influence of Music Therapy to Reduce Anxiety During Periodontal Surgical Procedures
Authors: Noor E , Abdul Halim A , Mohd Fadzilah A , Mohd-Said S , Abdul Halim R
Published: March 2022

Objectives: To evaluate the influence of music in reducing patients’ anxiety during periodontal surgery. Methods: This is a clinical trial of involving fifteen patients undergoing periodontal surgery. Patients indicated for periodontal surgery were invited to participate in the study, and randomly assigned to music (n=8) or control (n=7) groups. Participants’ dental anxiety were determined using the Corah Dental Anxiety Scale (CDAS) before and after the surgery, while their blood pressure (BP) and heart rate (HR) were recorded at pre-, intra- and post-procedures. Paired t-test was used to compare the statistical significant difference between pre- and postprocedural anxiety for both groups. Result: The participants of this study consist of 22 patients that underwent periodontal surgery procedures, with majority of the subjects (53.3%) were males (n=8) and the mean age was 50.8 (SD=13.21). The measurement of blood pressure increased in patients allocated in music group compared to control group were statistically significant with (p<0.05). Conclusion: Our study suggests that music may reduce patients’ anxiety while undergoing periodontal surgery. More details on the type and intensity of music may provide further value to the finding.
Characteristics and Association of Gender to Dental and Occlusal Anomalies in Malaysian Primary School Children
Authors: Zakaria NN , Sinniah SD , Venkiteswaran A
Published: March 2022

Aim: To describe the distribution and association of dental and occlusal anomalies to gender in children of mixed and early permanent dentition. Methods: It is a cross-sectional study with stratified random sampling based on the main ethnic composition involving 413 subjects aged between 9 and 11 years old enrolled in 7 national primary schools in Sungai Buloh, Selangor. A calibrated operator carried out clinical examinations, and study models were fabricated. All dental and occlusal anomalies were recorded accordingly and were analysed using SPSS version 21.0. Pearson chi-square test was used to determine the gender-based differences for various parameters. Results: The reported dental anomalies were supernumeraries and clinically missing teeth (impacted or hypodontia) with a prevalence of 1.5% and 6.3%, respectively. The occlusal abnormalities were: crowding (54.0%), sagittal discrepancies (overjet; increased, reduced, and reversed overjet: 55.5%), vertical discrepancies (overbite; increased, reduced, and open bite: 37.5%) and transverse discrepancies (unilateral and bilateral posterior crossbite: 5.1%). Gender-based differences were not statistically significant to all reported dental and occlusal anomalies (p>0.05). Conclusions: Children in the mixed and early permanent dentition showed various dental and occlusal anomalies with crowding being the highest anomaly. Gender was not associated with any type of dental or occlusal characteristics in the studied population.
Orthodontic Management of a Severely Rotated Central Incisor: A Case Report
Authors: Zakaria NN , Sinniah SD
Published: March 2022

Background: Crowding, rotation and impaction of teeth are some of the complications of supernumeraries. This article aims to discuss the orthodontic treatment of a severely rotated upper left central incisor (UL1) secondary to an erupted mesiodens. An 18-year old Malay male presented with Class I malocclusion with severely crowded upper arch, presence of erupted mesiodens, severely rotated upper left central incisor, displaced upper left lateral incisor and upper left canine and centreline discrepancy. Methods: He had a combination of segmented arch and couple force mechanics to correct severely rotated central incisors. Following anchorage reinforcement, the upper mesiodens and the upper right first premolar was extracted. Subsequently, treatment was continued with conventional straight wire mechanics. Results: The severely rotated upper left central incisor was successfully corrected, and the upper arch crowding was resolved. The fixed appliances were debonded and he was provided with upper dual retention. He had gingival recession Type 1 at UL2 due to the bony defect. Conclusion: Severe crowding can be managed with segmented arch mechanics without any detrimental effects using low forces and good planning. Further periodontal consultation and management were required for the treatment of UL2.
THE MOTIVES MALAYSIANS VOLUNTEERS ASSIGN FOR SERVING AS VOLUNTEERING FOR SUKMA GAMES
Authors: Abdul Latif Rozita , Nawi Nor Fadzilina , Zid Azlina , Abu Bakar Noridah , Rajli Mohammad Adzly
Published: March 2022

Volunteering activities are positive experiences that attract volunteers to spend their free time to benefit society while increasing the volunteers’ job satisfaction and self-esteem (Chang et al., 2012). However, research on the motives of sport volunteers and the impact of volunteerism on the self-esteem of sport volunteers in Malaysia is scarce, and the present study was aimed at contributing to the filling of this knowledge gap. The purpose of this study is to determine the motives Malaysian volunteers assign for serving as volunteering for SUKMA Games. A total of 376 Malaysian volunteers for the SUKMA Games in Perak in 2018 participated in the study. A Volunteer Functions Inventory (VFI) and Rosenberg’s Self-Esteem Scale (RSES) were administered to 376 Malaysian SUKMA Games volunteers. Data were collected, collated, analysed and interpreted to ascertain the main findings of the SUKMA Games volunteers’ motives and their influence on their self-esteem levels.  This study showed that Malaysian volunteers had several motives for volunteering with the highest motive identified as understanding. There was also a significant positive relationship between motive for volunteering and self-esteem level among SUKMA Games volunteers. Overall, all Malaysians volunteered because they had a high motive for volunteering. Volunteering also improved the self-esteem levels of Malaysian sport volunteers.
STRATEGIC SPORTS PLANNING IN MALAYSIA AND QATAR
Authors: Abdul Razak Siti Nazariah , Muhamad Tajul Arifin
Published: March 2022

In the ‘11th Malaysia Plan 2016–2020’ targets sports and recreation for development fall under the Ministry of Youth and Sports. Each division and agency, as well as the Olympic Council has its own strategic plan. Somewhat differently, Qatar launched a sports plan, its Sports Sector Strategy 2011–2016 (2011), under the ‘Qatar National Vision 2030’. Both countries recently accounted for elite sporting performances at the 18th Asian Games in Jakarta-Palembang (2018). Malaysia won 7 gold medals and placed 14th overall. Qatar took 6 gold medals and 15th place. This article compares Malaysia and Qatar sports programs regarding vision, mission, strategies, outcomes and problems. A literature review and document analysis are herein offered with the hope of aiding Malaysia’s Ministry of Youth and Sports to develop proactive strategies with excellent outcomes.
«Jugar a hacer títeres»
Authors: Girotti Bettina
Published: March 2022

En la Argentina, el siglo xx constituye un punto de inflexión en relación con la infancia. Niñas y niños empezaron a ser considerados sujetos productores y creativos, y muchas experiencias dirigidas a las infancias intentaron generar espacios para que pudieran expresar sus voces. Las revistas infantiles acompañaron y potenciaron esta configuración transmitiendo contenidos escolares y vinculados al universo lúdico, a través de secciones de manualidades que incluyeron títeres y toda clase de juguetes. Partimos de la hipótesis de que algunas revistas infantiles colaboraron con el mundo de los títeres al hacerse eco de algunas de las propuestas que venían siendo desarrolladas en el campo artístico y en el ámbito educativo, gracias a la incorporación de secciones que enseñaron a fabricar títeres. Nos proponemos, entonces, revisar los casos de Billiken y Mundo Infantil, los saberes que transmitieron y los modos en que lo hicieron.
What Is Your Diagnosis?
Authors: Wakamatsu Cory N. , Stromberg Stephanie J. , Szabo David
Published: March 2022

In collaboration with the American College of Veterinary Radiology
Multivariable analysis of clinical and laboratory data manifestations predicting severity and mortality risk in patients with Coronavirus disease 2019 in the mountainous west of Iran: a retrospective single-center study
Authors: Beni Zahra Naderi , Beni Afsaneh Naderi , Samani Fereidoun Rahmani , Dayani Mohammad Ali , Beni Fariba Naderi , Radmehr Hamed , Noorshargh Pegah
Published: March 2022

Background

Few reports have addressed the clinical and laboratory features of patients with coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) in mountainous areas, especially in Iran.

Objectives

To report the clinical and laboratory data and manifestations predicting mortality of patients with COVID-19 in the west of Iran.

Methods

We conducted a retrospective cohort study of 286 patients hospitalized with COVID-19 between 25 February 2020 and 12 May 2020 to describe their clinical symptoms and laboratory test findings when they were admitted at the Hajar Hospital affiliated with the Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, and a multivariable analysis of factors that predict their disease severity and mortality.

Results

After hospital admission, 18 patients died and 268 were discharged. Older age [odds ratio (OR) = 1.02, 95% confidence interval (CI) = 1.01–1.04, P = 0.001], presence of underlying diseases (OR = 1.86, 95% CI = 1.01–3.45, P = 0.04), elevated hematocrit (OR = 1.08, 95% CI = 1.03–1.13, P = 0.002), and increase in red blood cell distribution width (RDW) coefficient of variation (OR = 1.18, 95% CI = 1.02–1.36, P = 0.02) were significantly associated with disease severity. Older age (OR = 1.00, 95% CI = 1.00–1.07, P = 0.03), hypocalcemia (OR = 0.20, 95% CI = 0.09–0.58, P = 0.002), hypophosphatemia (OR = 0.50, 95% CI = 0.26–1.02, P = 0.04), and increase in platelet-larger cell ratio (P-LCR; OR = 1.10, 95% CI = 1.00–1.15, P = 0.04) were significantly associated with mortality. The areas under the receiver operating characteristic curves were as follows: calcium 0.759; lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) 0.731; phosphorus 0.725; bilirubin 0.689; C-reactive protein 0.679; and RDW – standard deviation (RDW-SD) 0.624.

Conclusions

Those who did not survive tended to be elderly and had a greater incidence of comorbidities. Elevated LDH, decreased levels of calcium and phosphorus, and anemia at diagnosis were associated with greater risk of death for these Iranian patients hospitalized with COVID-19. Regular assessment of these markers would help to manage patients with COVID-19.
Sustainable agricultural practices adoption
Authors: Coulibaly Tiéfigue Pierrette , Du Jianguo , Diakité Daniel
Published: March 2022

As it has been practiced for many decades, agriculture has had a significant negative impact on the environment. More land, fertiliser, and pesticides had been used to increase the yield to meet the demands of an expanding population. Consequences included deforestation and soil degradation as well as the extinction of biodiversity, irrigation issues, and pollution, among other things. This has resulted in developing a new type of agriculture known as sustainable agriculture to remedy the situation. Specifically, the goal is to “meet the food and textile needs of society in the present without risking the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” Using appropriate agricultural practices to implement sustainable agriculture is the most effective method of accomplishing this goal. According to research, farmers’ decisions to effectively adopt sustainable agricultural practices are influenced by a variety of factors. In this paper, we firstly give an overview of sustainable agriculture practices. Then, we review the various factors affecting the adoption of these practices, and finally, we highlight the gap found in the literature.
Prime preideals on bounded EQ-algebras
Authors: Akhlaghinia N. , Borzooei R. A. , Kologani M. Aaly
Published: March 2022

EQ-algebras were introduced by Novák in [14] as an algebraic structure of truth values for fuzzy type theory (FFT). In [1], Borzooei et. al. introduced the notion of preideal in bounded EQ-algebras. In this paper, we introduce various kinds of preideals on bounded EQ-algebras such as Λ-prime, ⊗-prime, ∩-prime, ∩-irreducible, maximal and then we investigate some properties and the relations among them. Specially, we prove that in a prelinear and involutive bounded EQ-algebra, any proper preideal is included in a Λ-prime preideal. In the following, we show that the set of all Λ-prime preideals in a bounded EQ-algebra is a T
0 space and under some conditions, it is compact, connected, and Hausdor. Moreover, we show that the set of all maximal preideals of a prelinear involutive bounded EQ-algebra is an Uryshon (Hausdor) space and for a finite EQ-algebra, it is T
3 and T
4 space. Finally, we introduce a contravariant functor from the categories of bounded EQ-algebras to the category of topological spaces.
Different approach on elliptic curves mathematical models study and their applications
Authors: Alsaedi Ramzi , Dhifli Abdelwahab , Ghanmi Abdeljabbar
Published: March 2022

In a research project in which a group of mathematical researchers is involved, it was necessary to create a system of nonlinear equations defined over a particular nonsupersingular elliptic space. This paper presents a part of the results obtained in this field, as well as the applications where the built models has been demonstrated their reliability.
DNA codes over finite local Frobenius non-chain rings of length 5 and nilpotency index 4
Authors: Castillo-Guillén C. A. , Álvarez-García C.
Published: March 2022

A one to one correspondence between the elements of a finite local Frobenius non-chain ring of length 5 and nilpotency index 4, and k-tuples of DNA codewords is established. Using this map the structure of DNA codes over these rings is determined, the length of the code is relatively prime to the characteristic of the residue field of the ring.
Stochastic orders of log-epsilon-skew-normal distributions
Authors: Catana Luigi-Ionut
Published: March 2022

The log-epsilon-skew-normal distributions family is generalized class of log-normal distribution. Is widely used to model non-negative data in many areas of applied research. We give necessary and/or sufficient conditions for some stochastic orders of log-epsilon-skew-normal distributions. Also, we give sufficient conditions for orders of moments and Gini indexes. Finally, it is presented a real data application.
Generating punctured surface triangulations with degree at least 4
Authors: Chávez María-José , Negami Seiya , Quintero Antonio , Villar-Liñán María Trinidad
Published: March 2022

As a sequel of a previous paper by the authors, we present here a generating theorem for the family of triangulations of an arbitrary punctured surface with vertex degree ≥ 4. The method is based on a series of reversible operations termed reductions which lead to a minimal set of triangulations in such a way that all intermediate triangulations throughout the reduction process remain within the family. Besides contractible edges and octahedra, the reduction operations act on two new configurations near the surface boundary named quasi-octahedra and N-components. It is also observed that another configuration called M-component remains unaltered under any sequence of reduction operations. We show that one gets rid of M-components by flipping appropriate edges.
A Study on Commutative Elliptic Octonion Matrices
Authors: Sürekçi Arzu Cihan , Güngör Mehmet Ali
Published: March 2022

In this study, firstly notions of similarity and consimilarity are given for commutative elliptic octonion matrices. Then the Kalman-Yakubovich s-conjugate equation is solved for the first conjugate of commutative elliptic octonions. Also, the notions of eigenvalue and eigenvector are studied for commutative elliptic octonion matrices. In this regard, the fundamental theorem of algebra and Gershgorin’s Theorem are proved for commutative elliptic octonion matrices. Finally, some examples related to our theorems are provided.
Nearest neighbor estimates of Kaniadakis entropy
Authors: Dănilă-Cernat Ioana
Published: March 2022

The aim of this paper is to develop new nonparametric estimators of entropy based on the kth
nearest neighbor distances that are considered between n sample points, k ≤ (n − 1) being a positive integer, fixed. The Method consists in using the new estimators which were useful in order to evaluate the entropies for random vectors. As results, using the Kaniadakis entropy measure, the asymptotic unbiasedness and consistency of the estimators are proven.
Class of Sheffer stroke BCK-algebras
Authors: Oner Tahsin , Kalkan Tugce , Saeid Arsham Borumand
Published: March 2022

In this paper, Sheffer stroke BCK-algebra is defined and its features are investigated. It is indicated that the axioms of a Sheffer stroke BCK-algebra are independent. The relationship between a Sheffer stroke BCK-algebra and a BCK-algebra is stated. After describing a commutative, an implicative and an involutory Sheffer stroke BCK-algebras, some of important properties are proved. The relationship of this structures is demonstrated. A Sheffer stroke BCK-algebra with condition (S) is described and the connection with other structures is shown. Finally, it is proved that for a Sheffer stroke BCK-algebra to be a Boolean lattice, it must be an implicative Sheffer stroke BCK-algebra.
A Comparative Study of Un-Doped ZnO and in Doping ZnO Thin Films with Various Concentrations, Subjected to Appropriate UHV Treatment and Characterized by Sensitive Spectroscopy Techniques XPS, AES, Reels and PL
Authors: Bensassi Kadda Benmohktar , Hameurlaine Edhawya , Guezzoul M’hamed , Bouslama M’hammed , Ouerdane Abdellah , Belaidi Abdelkader , Derri Amira , Bedrouni Mahmoud , Baizid Abdelhak , Abdelkrim Mahfoud , Kharoubi Bachir
Published: March 2022

In this study, we use complementary and sensitive experimental techniques XPS (X-rays Photoelectron Spectroscopy), AES (Auger Electron Spectroscopy, REELS (Reflection Electron Energy-Loss Spectroscopy) and PL (photoluminescence) to investigate and compare the chemical, structure, electronic and optical properties of Un-doped ZnO (UZO) and Indium-doped ZnO (IZO) (4% In; 6% In) thin films. Spray method is used for the growth of these thin films on Si substrate. A treatment process UHV (Ultra-High -Vacuum: Ar+ sputtering followed by checked successive heating until 650°C) is performed. XPS and AES results allow to confirm the clean state of samples and the incorporation of indium into the ZnO matrix to form chemical species of (In-O-Zn) type. The recorded REELS spectra at different primary energies and the PL measurements justify that the UHV treatment plays an important role to improve the physical structure of IZO (6% In).
Study of Condensation Risk in Ecological Blocks with Recycled Wood Aggregate
Authors: Pruteanu Marian , Entuc Ioana-Sorina , Isopescu Dorina Nicolina , Oprisan Gabriel , Bagdasar Laurentiu Cristinel
Published: March 2022

Concrete is a building material with a continuous demand in the construction industry due to the convenient price-performance ratio. On the other hand, concrete is not an environmentally friendly material. Thus, in order to obtain a sustainable material, wood waste can be recycled and used as light aggregates in the manufacture of precast ecological building blocks. Block walls must satisfy not only structural criteria but also functional requirements. In addition, thermal contribution is important in reducing energy consumption over the life of the building. The presence of moisture on the exterior walls due to the appearance of condensation will decrease the thermal performance of building materials. This paper analyses the occurring of condensation risk and its location in the outer wall made of wood-concrete blocks by the Glaser method, for different situations of arrangement and composition of the layers.
Passive Strategies of Vernacular Architecture for Energy Efficiency
Authors: Cojocaru Alexandra , Isopescu Dorina Nicolina
Published: March 2022

Due to the need of sustainable development of the building sector, it is important to increase the energy efficiency in buildings and reduce the energy consumption for heating and cooling. In a changing world, full of innovative solutions and technologies, passive strategies of vernacular architecture are more used to achieve life quality and eliminate the negative impact on the environment and human health.

The vernacular architecture is based on the local construction materials and influenced by the traditions, culture and climate of the place. The “architecture without architect”, used mainly in housing, evolves over time and reflects the level of technology and historical context of the building. The core of this type of buildings was to use architecture to collect free energy from natural environment.

Demonstrated over time, the inherent and timeless knowledge of vernacular architecture offers the basic level of comfortable living without the active strategies that include technologies. Passive architecture strategies are defined by minimizing or avoiding the energy consumption, using architecture and the natural environment to produce heating, cooling, ventilation and light. The elements of the natural environment are the sources of the energy: the sun, the earth, the air – the wind, the water. By adding active technologies, the quality of living must increase, but without influencing the main resources gained through passive strategies.

The present paper will provide the information needed to understand the importance of the vernacular architecture’s passive strategies, as well as describe a few examples of those strategies in different parts of the world, examples that demonstrate the efficiency and the impact of these systems. The authors state that the use of those strategies in the first stage of architecture design helps to achieve easier the energy efficiency required nowadays and represents the fundamental base for passive houses and nearly zero energy buildings.
Adaptive Architecture – A Beneficial Interaction with Technology
Authors: Dohotariu Ionuț
Published: March 2022

The implementation of the cutting-edge technologies - related to communication and information transfer, as well as those related to intelligent materials, sensors, components and modules represent the only plausible way towards the emergence of complex, autonomous and decentralized systems of adaptation. The adaptive architecture deals with buildings designed to adjust dynamically to the environment, inhabitants and contained objects, its behaviour being influenced by the response of the users and the environment. The author highlights the innovations and adaptive capacities currently available by critically examining the specialized literature, by showing the philosophy behind the design of adaptive architecture - the direct involvement of the user in the act of designing and personalizing the adaptive architectural space, a continuous optimization process, in real time, by using it. The research results indicate that the emergence of adaptive architecture is based on the continuous cultural and technological remodelling of the contemporary ethos; the built environment influences the cognitive level, the emotions, the mental and physical well-being. The processual dimension, conferred by technology, allows for the possibility of manifesting an autonomous behaviour, capable of alternating the organization of the space, thus outlining a framework well suited to user’s searches.
Autonomous Processes in Concrete Matrix on Bio Products
Authors: Sbîrlea Cătălin , Isopescu Dorina Nicolina
Published: March 2022

In this paper are presented different approaches of microbiological type, on the concrete matrix, that has the ability to self-healing the micro-cracks in their early phase. Although the prevention of cracks in the concrete structure is not possible, there are many types of techniques that will lead to self-sealing. Thereby we can say the cracks represent the biggest enemy of the elements in the constructions, and if they are not observed and treated in the early phase, they can create real dangers, both for the constructions and for the people. The micro-cracks appeared in the concrete matrix are determined by a number of internal and / or external factors. The determination of the cause of the appearance of the micro-cracks is done by visual inspections and by direct measurements, using special equipment. The identification of the various biological compounds and their use in autonomous processes can represent a sustainable but also efficient alternative on the costs of concrete production. From the researchers’ reports, the application of chemicals and polymers represents a source of risks for human health, plus the fact that these methods are viable in the short term.

The bio products exemplified in this paper are found in nature, are human friendly, and through the information provided by the researchers we can say that they increase the life of the construction. An important feature of the use of organic products in the concrete matrix is the fact that the concrete can self-healing, only needing water and oxygen. The two approaches of autonomous type presented in this paper are similar in terms of the result obtained but different from the point of view of the healing agents used. This paper will provide an overview of the bio approach through the production of calcium carbonate, will present the new challenges for sealing the micro-cracks and recommendations for future research.
An Overview of the Home Energy Management System
Authors: Ţigănaşu Cosmin , Cercel George , Nemeş Ciprian
Published: March 2022

This paper focuses on modelling of the flexible loads of a residential area, based on a classification of eligible appliances. Thus, in order to use the photovoltaic energy with a higher efficiency, the methods of traditional load management are involved in residential sector in order to ensure an optimal balance between demanded load and photovoltaic generated power. The concept of Home Energy Management System is an action taken by the consumer and it is part of the concept for Demand Load Management. The most important thing in implementation of this algorithm is to perform a classification of the electrical appliances. Using the Matlab simulation, in this paper has been generated a consumption load profile based on a list of appliances specific to residential area. Based on generated load profile, in the paper has been extracted in several graphs, the power of the equipment that supports and does not support changes in the operating program. Previously, a classification of these appliances has been conducted, the most important aspect taken into account in their classification being the minimum impact on the user’s comfort.
The Role of Dielectrophoresis in the Detection and Separation of Circulating Tumor Cells
Authors: Schreiner Thomas Gabriel , Adam Maricel
Published: March 2022

Dielectrophoresis (DEP) is a method of manipulating, including separating, of target object (nano and/or microparticles, living cells) in the presence of a non-uniform electric field. In recent years, the method has found numerous applications in the bio-medical fields, especially in oncology, more precisely in the study of circulating tumor cells (CTCs). CTCs are cells released by a tumor during its early stages of metastasis, when secondary tumors cannot yet be detected by classical imaging methods. Thus, DEP may be a useful adjuvant method in the earlier detection of cancer. In this context, this article offers a new perspective on a topic of great interest nowadays. Presenting in the first two parts in detail the technique of DEP and the most important physical-biological characteristics of the CTCs, the article lists in the final part the most relevant and recent applications of this technique in the field of tumor cells, opening possible future research directions.
Prerequisites to Design a Collision Free Trajectory in a 3D Dynamic Environment for an UAV
Authors: Huştiu Sofia
Published: March 2022

This research presents the main steps needed for designing a piece-wise linear trajectory which grants an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to reach a destination pose in a workspace with dynamic obstacles. The first objective is characterized by the examination of kinematics and dynamics of a quadcopter. For this purpose, a nonlinear mathematical model was developed. The validation of the mathematical model was confirmed by MATLAB and real time experiments. The second step aims to properly map the 3D environment. For this objective, an algorithm for a cuboid rectangular decomposition was developed and implemented, by extending a 2D decomposition technique. The evaluation of the proposed path planning algorithm occurred for different scenarios and the validation of the results was established through numerical simulations. In the end, a comparison for two path planning scenarios is shown: for a 3D static environment and for a 3D dynamic environment, where the movement of a dynamic obstacle is known.
Leaving Homeland: The Evolving Conceptualization of Migration in the Iranian Cinema of the 2010s
Authors: Tabarraee Babak
Published: March 2022

Many of the Iranian films released inside Iran during the 2010s address the latest wave of Iranians’ emigrations since 2009. Examining the dominant tropes of migration in their narrative subsets, this article argues that the Iranian cinema of the last decade offers a paradigm shift in its conceptualization of migration which may reflect a gradual change in Iranian society. This study proposes that while some recent Iranian films have maintained the pre-established traditions of depicting the hosting countries of immigrants on utopic and/or dystopic terms, a high number of movies have instead presented temporary or permanent migration as a natural, self-evident, and righteous choice. Analyzing the representational strategies of these films obfuscates the imagined borders of a global community of Iranians and problematizes the classic definition of farangistan (foreign lands) by lessening its otherness from Iranshahr (the land of Iranians).
DIFICULDADE NO DIAGNÓSTICO DA PARACOCCIDIOIDOMICOSE
Authors: Mançano Alquiandra Stefani Ferreira , Della Coletta Amanda Manoel
Published: March 2022

A paracoccidioidomicose é conhecida por ser uma micose sistêmica, causada por um fungo termodimórfico, que possui correlação com fatores ambientais e seu principal alvo são trabalhadores de zonas rurais. O patógeno se aloja principalmente nos órgãos do sistema respiratório e pode se disseminar pelo organismo. É considerada uma das micoses sistêmicas mais importantes do país, sendo assim, é necessário que os profissionais de saúde sejam capacitados para o diagnóstico da mesma. O presente trabalho teve como objetivo descrever os principais métodos diagnósticos, identificar os problemas relacionados ao diagnóstico, sua imunologia, as fases da doença e o modo como cada organismo hospedeiro lida com a micose. O artigo foi realizado através de uma pesquisa bibliográfica realizada entre 1987 à 2021, nas bases de dados do Google Acadêmico, livros, artigos científicos, SciELO, órgãos governamentais de saúde pública e ANVISA tendo como descritores: Paracoccidioidomicose, micose e P. brasiliensis.  Por mais que seja uma doença endêmica de algumas áreas, suas manifestações clínicas, em alguns casos atípicas, apresentam similaridade com outras doenças, dificultando o diagnóstico. Concluindo-se portanto a importância da realização de exames confirmatórios à infecção antes de qualquer tipo de tratamento. É necessário instituir a notificação compulsória, estruturar a rede de cuidados básicos, ampliar a pesquisa de antígenos e padronizar técnicas de sorologia. As unidades básicas de saúde e algumas áreas como odontologia e dermatologia também necessitam desses conhecimentos, pois são os primeiros serviços aos quais esses pacientes recorrem, a fim de permitir o diagnóstico adequado e consequentemente um tratamento eficaz.
Latihan Membaca Bahasa Inggris : Analisis Kesulitan Siswa Kelas XI dalam Memahaminya
Authors: Safitri Intan , Reftyawati Dian , Pradana Satria Adi
Published: March 2022

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melihat kesulitan siswa dalam memahami tugas membaca bahasa Inggris. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada siswa kelas XI MA Ma'arif NU 02 Sidorejo yang mengalami kesulitan dalam memahami kegiatan membaca bahasa Inggris. Dalam penelitian ini digunakan desain penelitian kualitatif deskriptif. Dengan menggunakan pendekatan purposive sampling, dipilih 30 siswa kelas XI IPA 2 sebagai sampel karena memiliki nilai membaca yang lebih rendah dibandingkan kelas lainnya. Data dikumpulkan melalui analisis dokumen dan kuesioner. Selanjutnya, kondensasi data, penyajian data, dan menghasilkan kesimpulan atau verifikasi adalah tiga aspek utama dari analisis data. Setelah mengevaluasi data, terlihat bahwa siswa memiliki empat kesulitan memahami tugas membaca. persentase rata-rata sebesar 72,5% untuk aspek ide utama, 67,5% untuk aspek inferensi, 50,5% untuk aspek detail, dan dan 75% untuk aspek vocabulary (Kosakata). Berdasarkan persentase yang diambil dari hasil analisis dokumen dan angket yang diisi oleh siswa kelas XI IPA 2 MA Ma'arif NU 02 Sidorejo tersebut, aspek tersulit adalah aspek kosakata.
External factors and economic growth in Tunisia: ARDL approach with structural change analysis
Authors:   Faculty of Economic Sciences and Management of Sousse, University of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia, Ayouni Saif Eddine , Farhani Ramzi ,   Faculty of Economic Sciences and Management of Sousse, University of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia, Hamdaoui Mekki ,   Faculty of Economic Sciences and Management of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
Published: March 2022

This paper examined the effect of external factors on economic growth in Tunisia. The economic analysis was carried out using recent quantitative technique of annual time series data from 1976 to 2017. Based on co-integration test with unknown structural breaks and ARDL bound testing we investigated importance of each factor in stimulating economic growth. Our results show that in the long-run FDI does not affect economic growth. Remittances and imports negatively affect economic growth. Exports promote economic growth such that a 1% increase stimulates economic activity by 0.702%. In the short term, our estimates emphasize a structural break in 1988 linked to the structural adjustment program. Likewise, FDI does not have a significant effect on economic growth while remittances and imports slow economic growth significantly at the conventional level. On the other hand, exports form a relevant engine of economic growth. Therefore, our conclusions imply that political decision-makers in Tunisia must guarantee certain level of training and infrastructure to ensure the gain of transfers of new technologies and experiences related to the FDI. Thus, Tunisia must encourage peoples living aboard to create new investment opportunities instead of just supporting their families for consumption. In addition, the state must develop financial system capable of transferring funds for investment in order to better benefit from remittances. Finally, the government must restrict import of consumer goods and allow import of equipment and machinery goods that promote production and economic growth.
Communication Education of Learning Media Analysis Using Science Edutainment Approach
Authors: Rina Nofha
Published: March 2022

The rapid advancement of ICT offers various conveniences in learning, allowing a shift in learning orientation from outside-guided to self-guided and from knowledge-as-possession to knowledge-asconstruction. To support learning in the classroom, supporting facilities and infrastructure are needed in the form of tools or media. In the world of education, the terms tools or communication media are often used interchangeably or as a substitute for the term educational media learning. The method used to achieve the goal is through development research directed at developing environmental-themed social studies learning media for Bandung City Junior High School (SMP) students, in the form of ICT-based puzzles, crosswords and squarewords. The subjects were 30 junior high school students aged 13-15 years which were divided into experimental and control groups. The results of this study are important as a new study in finding the development of learning media with a science-edutainment approach.

Keywords: Media Learning, Thematic, Environment, Science-Edutainment
Analisis Pengaruh Kualitas Produk , Harga , dan Lingkungan Fisik Perusahaan Kue Lapis Legit XYZ Terhadap Kepuasan Konsumen Dalam Membangun Word of Mouth Positif
Authors: Lonardo Lonardo , Soelasih Yasintha
Published: March 2022

This research aims to analyze the  effect  of  Product Quality,  Price,  and The Physical  Environment  on Customer Satisfaction and Positive World of Mouth. The sampling technique used in this study is convenience sampling, and the questionnaire was administered to consumers who have purchased the product. By analyzing the result of this research, it can be concluded that there are influences of Product Quality and Price on Consumer Satisfaction but there is no infleunce of the Physical Environment in the store on Customer Satisfaction. Product quality, Price and Physical Environment simultaneously influence the Customer Satisfaction to create Positive Word of Mouth.
ANALISIS EFEK MEDIASI KEPUASAN SISWA ATAS PENGARUH KUALITAS LAYANAN, CITRA SEKOLAH, PERSEPSI TENTANG HARGA, TERHADAP TINGKAT KEPERCAYAAN SISWA
Authors: Sitorus Tigor , Suwarno Suwarno
Published: March 2022

This study aims to determine the influence of Service Quality, School Image and Perception Price for Student Satisfaction and Student Trust. This research was conducted at the Vocational High School (SMK) Private in West Jakarta, which spread in 8 (eight) districts with a total sample of 200 students. Structural Equation Modelin (SEM) by AMOS program version 22 used to prove the affecting of among variables, with conclusions as follows: first; Service Quality has positive and significant  effect on Student Satisfaction,  second; School Image has positive and significant  effect on Student Satisfaction,  Third; Perception Price has positive  effect but not significant on Student Satisfaction,   Fourth; Service Quality has positive  effect but not significant on Student Trust,  Fifth; School Image has positive effect but not significant on Student Trust, Sixth; Perception Price has positive effect and significant Student Trust, Seventh; Student Satisfaction has positive effect and significant  on Student Trust, and the eighth, mediating effect of student satisfaction more strength and significant than direct effect of service quality and school image on student trust.
Do Tourism Sectors Contribute to Gross Regional Domestic Product in Sukabumi City?
Authors: Abirawa M. Hanggara , Rahmiati Filda , Zain M. Noor Hanafie
Published: March 2022

This paper aims to find out the contribution of tourism sectors to Gross Regional Domestic Product in Sukabumi City. Tourism sectors studied in this paper consist of number of Tourist Attractions, number of Hotels, number of Hotel Guests and number of Restaurants with Regional Income Revenue (PAD) is considered to be the intermediation to Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP). Sampling technique used was purposive sample with primary data taken from Department of Tourism and Development Planning Agency in Sukabumi City from 2014 to 2018. The data analyses through quantitative research using statistical analysis and processed by E-Views 8. The result confirms that all tourism sectors except number of Hotel Guests partially does not have a significant influence while as simultaneously have a significant influence to Regional Income Revenue.  Further, Regional Income Revenue has a significant influence on Gross Regional Domestic Revenue (GRDP). Based on the result, some actions need to be implemented in order to boost the hotel guests in Sukabumi City.
DETERMINANTS OF BANKING PERFORMANCE IN INDONESIA: A HUMAN CAPITAL PERSPECTIVE
Authors: Johan Suwinto , Hapsari Claudia Gita
Published: March 2022

The paper aims to study the determinants of banking performance from the human capital perspective. Banking is a service industry that heavily depends on human capital. Therefore, the research will focus on human capital quality in determining banking financial performance. This research analyses 5 ratios: Education Ratio, Average Age Ratio, Gender Composition, number of employees and number of branches. The dependent variable will be the profitability ratio represented by the return on asset (ROA). Linear regression is used to investigate the effect of human capital on banking performance. The software is the Statistical Program for Social Science (SPSS) software to test the research model. The samples are 11 banks which are categorized as Book 4 and Book 3 by the regulation of Bank Indonesia (the central bank of Indonesia). The data and financial performance are obtained from 2015-2018. The empirical results show that the human capital, particularly the total employees and total branch, has a significant influence on banking per-formance. All variables are significant at a <5%.