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Quantum Theory of Smell
Authors: Myjkowski Jan
Published: November 2024

The sense of smell is one of the most important and oldest sensory organs in humans and other living beings. Philosophers have been involved in the sense of smell since ancient times. In recent years, several new theories of smell have emerged. American scientists Linda Buck and Richard Axel were awarded the Nobel Prize in 2004 for developing the coding of olfactory receptors and the analysis of the signal path to the center. The new quantum theory of smell is very different from previous theories. In detail, he tries to explain the reception and transmission of the quantized energy of the odorous particles to the center. It takes into account all the stages of the journey and the mechanisms of this transmission. It describes the transfer of odorant energy to the acceptor and receptor and further through the G protein to the transformation of intracellular energy. It draws attention to the mechanism of formation of receptor potential and action potential. It emphasizes the importance of intracellular regulatory mechanisms related to cell life and the simultaneous transfer of odorant energy to the center. It describes the role of calcium in the cell, signal amplification and encoding of olfactory information.
Characterization of a Unique Manganese-Containing Biosurfactant Produced from Pseudomonas Aeruginosa Strain S16, Isolated from Soil Found in A Mixed Farm, Located in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
Authors: Okorie I. K. M , Ogunjobi A. A
Published: November 2024

The worldwide occurrence of antibiotic resistance, has triggered the quest for viable alternatives, to the failing antibiotics in common usage. Biosurfactants have been studied for their potential in this regard. The aim of this study, was to characterize a biosurfactant, produced from Pseudomonas aeruginosa strain S16 (accession number OQ734845), shown to possess effective biocontrol activity, against Staphylococcus aureus SO183 at 0.060 g/L. Pseudomonas aeruginosa strain S16 was isolated from soil in a mixed farm, at Ajibode area, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, with the use of the pour plate method, identified through biochemical tests, and confirmed through molecular studies. Scanning electron microscopy revealed that the biosurfactant possessed a surface composed of, globular and spindle-shaped projections, while energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy revealed that its elemental composition was mainly oxygen (3.00%), carbon (36.10%), nitrogen (43.00%), phosphorus (3.00%) and sodium (6.60%); the least abundant was manganese (0.48%). High performance liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry, revealed that the monosaccharides, were mainly rhamnose, glucose, xylose and mannose, while the phenol-sulfuric acid method measured their concentration as 0.0047 g/L. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, revealed the presence of carboxyl, alcohol, amine and halo functional groups, amongst others. The biosurfactant produced from Pseudomonas aeruginosa strain S16 was a positively charged, manganese-containing, polymeric biosurfactant made up of carbohydrates, lipid and peptide molecules. It was likely a positively-charged, manganese-containing glycolipopeptide/ glycolipoprotein, polysaccharide-protein-fatty acid composite, or lipopolysaccharide-protein composite. The manganese probably conferred to it, the potential for antibacterial and diverse bioactivities. From available records, this is the first report of a manganese-containing biosurfactant.
PENGARUH MEDIA QUIZIZZ TERHADAP PENGUASAAN KANJI PADA SISWA DI LKP TSUNAGARI INDONESIA JAPAN
Authors: Putu Cicilia Septipani  , Wijayanti Anak Agung Ratih
Published: November 2024

A B S T R A K

Bahasa Jepang memiliki empat huruf yakni Hiragana, Katakana, Kanji dan Romaji. Diantara keempat jenis huruf tersebut, huruf Kanji dianggap paling sulit dipelajari oleh siswa. dengan target penguasaan huruf Kanji pada siswa. Pembelajaran tidak bisa hanya pada buku panduan saja, tetapi butuh media belajar yang menarik. Media digital menjadi media yang efektif dalam hal ini, quizizz merupakan salah satu media pembelajaran yang berbasis games based learning yang dapat memberikan kontribusi positif terhadap pembelajaran huruf Kanji. Berdasarkan pada observasi awal melalui wawancara, siswa mengatakan huruf yang paling sulit dipelajari  dan dihafalkan adalah huruf Kanji dengan waktu pelatihan bahasa Jepang yang dapat cukup singkat selama 6 bulan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi pemanfaatan aplikasi media pembelajaran digital Quizizz  dalam peningkatan penguasaan huruf Kanji pada siswa di LKP Tsunagari Indonesia Japan. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif, metode eksperimen  One Group Pretest-Posttest Design. Metode eksperimen ini digunakan untuk melakukan tes awal (pretest) sebelum melakukan perlakuan dan kemudian melakukan tes akhir (posttest). Hasil penelitian ini diperoleh dari hasil pretest dan posttest yang dianalisis menggunakan uji normalitas, uji N-Gain dan Uji Wilcoxon yang memperoleh hasil signifikansi sebesar 0,005 < 0,05 yang artinya hipotesis diterima, terdapat pengaruh media Quizizz terhadap penguasaan Kanji pada siswa LKP Tsunagari Indonesia Japan.

Kata Kunci: Bahasa Jepang, Kanji, Quizizz

A B S T R A C T

The Japanese language consists of four writing systems: Hiragana, Katakana, Kanji, and Romaji. Among these, Kanji is considered the most challenging for students to learn, particularly in achieving mastery of its characters. Learning cannot rely solely on textbooks; engaging learning media is essential. Digital media, such as Quizizz, emerges as an effective tool in this context, being a game-based learning platform that can positively contribute to Kanji education. Initial observations through interviews revealed that students find Kanji to be the most difficult script to learn and memorize, especially given the relatively short duration of Japanese language training, which spans only six months. This study intends to explore the utilization of the digital learning application Quizizz in enhancing students' mastery of Kanji at LKP Tsunagari Indonesia Japan. A quantitative approach is employed, utilizing the One Group Pretest-Posttest Design experimental method. This method involves conducting a pretest prior to the treatment and a posttest afterward. The results are analyzed using normality tests, N-Gain tests, and the Wilcoxon test, producing a significance level of 0.005 < 0.05, indicating that the hypothesis is accepted. This suggests that Quizizz significantly influences Kanji mastery among students at LKP Tsunagari Indonesia Japan.
 

Keywords: Japanese,  Kanji, Quizizz
IPPL'S STRATEGIES FOR IMPROVING ENGLISH SPEAKING SKILLS AMONG STUDENTS AT IPB INTERNASIONAL
Authors: Utik Kuntariati  , Paramita Putu Dian Yuliani
Published: November 2024

This study examines the strategies implemented by the Intensive Practical Language Program (IPPL) at IPB Internasional to enhance students' English speaking skills. The research identifies key methods such as immersive language activities, interactive speaking exercises, and personalized feedback from instructors. These strategies are designed to create an engaging and supportive learning environment that encourages active participation and continuous practice. By focusing on real-world application, the program helps students build confidence and improve fluency, essential for both academic success and professional readiness. The results show that students participating in IPPL activities demonstrate notable progress in their ability to communicate effectively in English. The study concludes that a combination of immersive experiences and consistent practice is crucial in developing strong speaking skills, making the IPPL approach an effective model for language learning in higher education settings.
BLENDED LEARNING IN ETG2 AS LANGUAGE LEARNING STRATEGY AT TOURISM MANAGEMENT STUDY PROGRAM TRIATMA MULYA UNIVERSITY
Authors: Anggreni Ni Putu Yunik , Antara I Made Agung Rai
Published: November 2024

This research is aimed to describe language learning namely blended learning as strategy of teaching English for Tour Guide Subject at Diploma III Tourism Management Study Program, Triatma Mulya University in semester 4. This study discusses The implementation of  blended learning in ETG 2 Subject, Blended Learning in the ETG 2 Subject as learning strategy of  English for Specific Purposes (ESP), and the disadvantages and advantages of blended learning in ETG2 Subject. This research is qualitative descriptive research by collecting various theories and data according to facts regarding the use of blended learning in the ETG 2 Subject. The result of the research show that: (1) Determining teaching materials that is suitable with the characteristics of Study Program DIII Tourism Management students and lesson plan to obtain learning outcomes of ETG2 Subject in offline (Face-to-face) learning and online learning ;(2) determining e-learning teaching materials that are easy, practical, high quality, and have a variety of materials needed by students, and blended learning is a Learning Strategy of English for Specific Purposes Teaching; (3) There are 6 advantages and 3 disadvantages of using blended learning in ETG 2 Subject
Is young Lukacs a humanist?: Re-interpretation based on the text of History and Class Consciousness
Authors: Zhang Ruiqing
Published: November 2024

将青年卢卡奇定性为“人本主义者”的传统观点，由于缺乏对“人本主义是什么”这一问题的清晰界定以及忽略《历史与阶级意识》成书的历史背景，导致其将人本主义错认为青年卢卡奇的理论问题式，并未能察明卢卡奇在人本主义思想上的二律背反性质，因而几近一种强制阐释。事实上，在对人本主义的定义进行重新考察后可知，青年卢卡奇不应被称为“人本主义者”。第一，卢卡奇对在哲学和美学上对费尔巴哈和席勒、谢林的人本主义进行了批判。他抨击了人本主义辩证法在理论出发点和手段上的错误，但没能在目的论上区分人本主义审美理想与马克思主义审美理想。第二，卢卡奇在历史必然性与偶然性的辩证法维度上，尝试建构的以阶级意识和政党组织为核心内容的马克思列宁主义主体观，超越了实在论与唯名论的人本主义主体理论。
A Further Discussion on the Research Method of Capital : Taking The Dialectics of the Abstract and the Concrete in Marx’s Capital as an Example
Authors: Liu Linlin
Published: November 2024

苏联哲学家伊里因科夫在其著作《马克思〈资本论〉中抽象和具体的辩证法》中，对于《资本论》的主要研究方法进行了生动具体的阐释。首先，在“抽象上升到具体”方面，伊里因科夫对于形式抽象的“表象”与具体抽象的“概念”做了区分与解读，并且论证了政治经济学研究“两条道路”的辩证关系。其次，在辩证法方面，他深刻地指出了对象是处于发展过程、螺旋体系中的对象，论证了具体的历史的态度对于把握整个辩证体系的意义。最后，在关于研究方法与叙述方法的区别中，他论证了二者各自的特点以及同样的“逻辑与历史相一致”的方法基础，并对于两种方法进行了具体的举例论证。这一著作对于我们更好地理解《资本论》中的哲学思想有着深刻的启迪作用。
The Infinite Open Horizen of Revolution: A Review of Trotsky’s Theory of Permanent Revolution
Authors: Xu Siyu
Published: November 2024

托洛茨基在国际共产主义运动史上有着非常重要的地位，其思想核心“不断革命论”成为国内外托洛茨基主义研究与世界托派运动的理论指导。国内外学界对“不断革命论”的主要聚焦点可以概括为五个方面，即“一国建成社会主义”问题、官僚集团问题、斯大林问题、“官僚化”的苏联的政治定性问题、托洛茨基与列宁的关系问题。中国学界的托洛茨基研究以改革开放为界限，体现为从“妖魔化”到“正常化”的发展趋势，“中国托派”也在其中添上了浓墨重彩的一笔；国际学界的托洛茨基研究有高度的国际化水平和丰富的学术传统，理论成熟度、历史底蕴、实践参考性、发展活力俱佳，有重要的理论价值和思想意义。
Risk Factors for Recurrence of Atrial Fibrillation within 3 Years after Radiofrequency Ablation
Authors: Li Tianzhu , Lu Nimin , Dong Yingxue
Published: November 2024

Background: Atrial fibrillation is chronic cardiovascular disease, particularly in older patients. Radiofrequency ablation can successfully treat this condition and restore sinus rhythm. However, the postoperative recurrence rate is relatively high. This investigation aimed to address the factors that might increase the risk of recurrence after radiofrequency ablation. Methods: We studied patients who had a successful radiofrequency ablation in our center between 2017 and 2020. We collected information about these patients before the procedure, including their age, sex, obesity, medical history, preoperative laboratory test results, and cardiac ultrasound findings. We divided patients into two groups: those who had atrial fibrillation again within three years and those who did not. We compared the information we collected about these two groups to see if there were any differences to explain why some people had atrial fibrillation again and others did not. We used a statistical method called multivariate logistic regression to analyze these data. Results: After reviewing the patients based on specific criteria, we included 297 patients in our final analysis. Within three years after surgery, 109 patients (36.7%) had a recurrence, whereas 188 (63.3%) did not. When we compared the two groups, we found that older patients, those with obesity, a longer history of atrial fibrillation, a larger left atrium, persistent atrial fibrillation, and higher levels of C-reactive protein before surgery were likely to have atrial fibrillation again within three years (p < 0.05). Our statistical analysis revealed that these factors were independent predictors of atrial fibrillation recurrence. Conclusions: Age, obesity, duration of atrial fibrillation, the size of left atrium, the type of atrial fibrillation, and C-reactive protein (CRP) levels before surgery are closely related to atrial fibrillation recurrence within 3 years after radiofrequency ablation.
Motives for the Saudi public to use government institutions’ websites and their relationship to the satisfactions achieved from them
Authors: Alsuwayni Abdulaziz
Published: November 2024

The study aimed to identify the motives of the Saudi public to use the official government websites and accounts of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on the Internet, as well as to identify the nature of the satisfactions achieved by the public as a result of using these websites and accounts, and to know the relationship between motives and satisfactions using the theory of uses and satisfactions.
The study belongs to descriptive studies, and relied on the survey method, and the study sample was a sample of users of government institutions' websites, males and females, consisting of (100) individuals, in the age group from (18 to 60 years), both males and females, and the questionnaire tool was used as a tool for collecting data.
The study reached a set of results, the most important of which are: (The Ministry of Interior website: Absher) came at the forefront of the websites of Saudi government institutions used by the Saudi public, the study sample, with a percentage of (98%), followed in second place by (the electronic portal of the Ministry of Health) with a percentage of (63%), while the website of (Saudi Post Corporation: Sabil) came in third place with a percentage of (49%). It was also shown that (utilitarian motives) came first in the use of the websites of Saudi government institutions by the Saudi audience in the study sample, while (ritual motives) came in second place. Looking at the total average scores of the gratification phrases, it is clear that (content gratifications) came in first place in terms of the gratifications of the Saudi audience as a result of using the websites of government institutions, followed by (communication process gratifications) in second place.
The validity of the hypothesis was proven: There is a statistically significant correlation between the motives of the Saudi audience to use the websites of electronic government institutions (utilitarian - ritual), and the gratifications achieved from using those sites (content gratifications - communication process gratifications).
Georgi S. Rakovski in Wallachia (1855)
Authors: Kontogeorgis Dimitrios
Published: November 2024

Georgi Stoikov Rakovski (1821–1867) was a prominent revolutionary figure of the 19th century Bulgaria and more broadly the Balkans, who served Bulgarian nationalism both with “pen” and “sword”. His life and his ideas have, justifably enough, attracted historical interest which resulted in the production of a voluminous and well-rounded bibliography.2 Despite, however, the intensive and ongoing research on Rakovski’s life and activities, there still remain many unanswered questions and “gaps” in our knowledge for certain phases of his life, one of which is his sojourn in Wallachia in 1855–1856. The aim of my short contribution to this volume is to present two documents which testify to Rakovski’s acquisition of the Greek citizenship in 1843.
Българите в Молдова в края на ХХ век
Authors: Бонева Таня
Published: November 2024

Днес живеем в ерата на общата миграция на населението. Огромни маси от хора променят местоживеенето си, за да живеят извън семействата си, в етнически и културен контекст, в сходни или много различни природни и социални условия, изправени пред етническо, религиозно и културно многообразие. Част от тях променят местоживеенето си за кратко, за да учат; за да преодолеят социални и икономически трудности; други намират спасение от икономически кризи, религиозни и политически репресии в дългосрочна емиграция. Това движение променя видимо населението на много страни по света, където съжителстват хора от различни раси, религии и култури. Какво се случва? Какво е бъдещето на нациите? Какво е бъдещето на мултиетническите общества? Вместо да се опитваме да си представим бъдещето, бихме могли да разгледаме подобни явления в миналото.
Percepción del impacto de programas físico-deportivos para personas en situación de discapacidad en la región de Ñuble, Chile
Authors: Reyes Rodríguez Alixon David , Jorquera Becerra Ignacio , Gálvez Contreras Eimmy Noemí , Godoy Tapia Cristian , Pavez-Adasme Gustavo , Gómez-Álvarez Nicolás , Olate-Pastén Yesenia
Published: November 2024

The aim of this research was to analyze the perception of people with disabilities regarding the impact on their health and quality of life of the physical-sports, and recreational activity programs in which they participate in the Ñuble region. The research used a qualitative approach, with a non-experimental, transectional design. The units of analysis were the beneficiaries of the programs, applying an intentional probabilistic sampling. In addition, the "snowball" technique was used to broaden the base of informants, and the in-depth interview technique was also used. In the interviews, the participants commented that through the physical-sports programs of the Ñuble region, they have achieved substantial improvements in terms of social insertion and relationships, feeling social recognition; they also report self-efficacy and the importance of carrying out activities without the help of another person, whether in daily tasks, transportation or educational commitments. In several cases, some beneficiaries have generated an impulse towards work, politics and national and international sports, however, the beneficiaries of the programs commented on the need to strengthen policies for the dissemination and access to these programs, as well as the importance of improving public policies and expanding the coverage levels of the programs.

El objetivo de la investigación fue analizar la percepción que tienen las personas en situación de discapacidad con respecto a la incidencia sobre su salud y calidad de vida, de los programas de actividad físico-deportiva y recreativa en los que participan en la región de Ñuble. La investigación utilizó un enfoque cualitativo, con diseño no experimental, transeccional. Las unidades de análisis fueron los beneficiarios de los programas, aplicando un muestreo probabilístico de carácter intencional. Además, se recurrió a la técnica “bola de nieve” para ampliar la base de informantes, y se utilizó la técnica de entrevista en profundidad. En las entrevistas, los participantes comentaron que mediante los programas físico-deportivos de la región de Ñuble han logrado mejoras sustanciales en cuanto a la inserción y las relaciones sociales, sintiendo un reconocimiento social; también dan cuenta de la autovalencia y de la importancia de realizar actividades sin la ayuda de otra persona, sea en labores cotidianas, traslados o compromisos educacionales. En varios casos se ha generado un impulso hacia la vida laboral, político y deportivo nacional e internacional de algunos beneficiarios, no obstante, los beneficiarios de los programas comentaron la necesidad de fortalecer las políticas para la difusión y el acceso a estos programas, así como la importancia de mejorar las políticas públicas y ampliar los niveles de cobertura de los programas.
Alimentación saludable y actividad física en escolares de 10 a 12 años
Authors: Alonso-Vargas José Manuel , Melguizo-Ibáñez Eduardo , Puertas-Molero Pilar , Caracuel-Cáliz Rafael
Published: November 2024

Currently, obesity and overweight have become a very important problem throughout the society of developed countries. The increasing number of children who present obesity or weight problems can be influenced by the type of diet that they follow. The aim of this study was to analyse and compare the influence of the practice of physical activity and adherence to Mediterranean diet on the problem of obesity and focus on the differences regarding to gender. The study followed a descriptive, non-experimental design. It was carried out with the help of 346 schoolchildren from different schools from Granada who had to fill the KIDMED, PAQ-C and ad hoc questionnaires. As core results, it was found that boys show a greater adherence to Mediterranean diet and practice a higher level of physical activity than girls, but there is a bigger percentage of overweight boys. It was also found that there were statistically significant differences regarding to the relation of physical activity practice and Mediterranean diet adherence. As main conclusions, it is important to highlight that 5 out of 10 schoolchildren have a normal weight and almost half of the sample have a high adherence to Mediterranean diet.

Actualmente, la obesidad y el sobrepeso se han convertido en un problema muy importante en toda la sociedad de los países desarrollados. El número creciente de niños que presentan obesidad o problemas de peso puede estar influenciado por el tipo de dieta que siguen. El objetivo de este estudio fue analizar y comparar la influencia de la práctica de actividad física y la adherencia a la dieta mediterránea en el problema de la obesidad, con un enfoque en las diferencias de género. Este estudio siguió un diseño descriptivo y no experimental. Se llevó a cabo con la ayuda de 346 escolares de diferentes colegios de Granada, quienes completaron los cuestionarios KIDMED, PAQ-C y ad hoc. Como resultados principales, se ha encontrado que los chicos muestran una mayor adherencia a la dieta mediterránea y practican un mayor nivel de actividad física que las chicas, pero hay un mayor porcentaje de chicos con sobrepeso. También se ha observado que existen diferencias estadísticamente significativas en la relación entre la práctica de actividad física y la adherencia a la dieta mediterránea. Como principales conclusiones, cabe destacar que 5 de cada 10 escolares tienen un peso normal y casi la mitad de la muestra tiene una alta adherencia a la dieta mediterránea.
Impact of handedness on electromyographic activity of hand muscles and nerve conduction velocity during mobile phone use in adolescents
Authors: Sami Elsaharty Karim , Hamed Elmarakby Shaimaa Mohamed , Nabil Alagamy Nevein , Ibrahim Maha G. , Abdelnabi Mousa Nehad Mohamed , Hussien Rana Nabil
Published: November 2024

This study investigated the impact of handedness on electromyographic (EMG) activity of hand muscles and nerve conduction velocity during smartphone use and compared the effects of left- and right-handedness on hand muscle activation and nerve conduction velocities. This interventional parallel study included 70 participants (35 left-handed, 35 right-handed) aged 12 to 14 years. EMG activity and nerve conduction velocities (radial, median, and ulnar nerves) were measured before and after 10 minutes of smartphone use. Muscle activation was assessed for the abductor pollicis longus (APL), extensor carpi radialis (ECR), flexor carpi ulnaris (FCU), and first dorsal interosseous muscles. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS software, version 27. Left-handed participants exhibited significantly greater activation in all assessed muscles during smartphone use (p < 0.05). Specifically, the activation of the APL, ECR, FCU, and first dorsal interosseous muscles was higher in left-handed individuals. Sensory ulnar and median nerve conduction velocities were significantly higher in right-handed subjects during smartphone use (p < 0.05), while no significant differences were observed in motor nerve conduction velocities. The study demonstrates that handedness influences neuromuscular activity during smartphone use, with left-handed individuals showing greater muscle activation and right-handed individuals exhibiting higher sensory nerve conduction velocities.
Influencia del marketing digital en el posicionamiento y ventas de las medianas empresas en Ciudad Serdán, Puebla
Authors: Cortés Rodríguez Pascual , Campos Rivera Pamela , Pérez Fuentes Stacey Daniela , Pérez García María Fernanda
Published: November 2024

En este trabajo de investigación el objetivo es mostrar la influencia que tiene el Marketing Digital para aumentar el posicionamiento de la marca y el incremento de ventas ante clientes y en el mercado con el uso de plataformas digitales en las medianas empresas dedicadas al sector comercio de la localidad de Cd. Serdán Puebla.
La metodología fue con un enfoque cualitativo y cuantitativo y de tipo no experimental, descriptivo. La población de Medianas Empresas dedicadas al comercio fue de 45 y al ser una población relativamente pequeña se determinó que su totalidad fuera tomada como muestra, para dicha muestra se diseñó una encuesta que contenía 18 ítems utilizando la escala de Likert.
Los datos obtenidos fueron analizados a través de graficas con su respectiva interpretación, obteniendo los siguientes resultados que demuestran la influencia que el Marketing digital tiene en las Medianas empresas de la localidad de Ciudad Serdán,  por lo tanto de un total de las 45 empresas dedicadas al sector comercio que representan el 100%, el 55% de ellas al implementar las estrategias de marketing digital aumentan sus ventas en 40% y el 44.4% considera que el posicionamiento de la marca aumenta más 70% al utilizar el marketing digital y en contraposición tenemos que el 37.9% de las empresas encuestadas están de totalmente de acuerdo que el no aplicar el marketing digital  no aumenta el posicionamiento, ni las ventas en el mercado, además el 40.9% de ellas, no utilizan el marketing Digital por la falta de tiempo.
En definitiva, la aplicación de Marketing Digital con sus herramientas y estrategias influye significativamente en el posicionamiento y ventas de las medianas empresas dedicadas al comercio en la localidad de Ciudad Serdán Puebla, incluso se convierte en una estrategia de diferenciación y mayor captación de clientes.
Analis Pengukuran Kualitas Pengelolaan Rekam Medis Elektronik Menggunakan Metode Delone and McLean pada RSUD Dr. H. Mohamad Rabain
Authors: Sri Warianti  , Tata Sutabri
Published: November 2024

This Electronic Medical Record is a digital version of a medical record, the same as a paper-based manual medical record, this electronic medical record also contains information regarding health history, diagnoses, laboratory results, examination notes, medications given, medical procedures, and other data. relevant to the patient's health condition. It is hoped that the implementation of Electronic Medical Records can increase the efficiency of BPJS claims and improve the quality of service. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the use of RME using the Delone and Mclean method. The Delone and Mclean method is an information system quality evaluation framework that includes six dimensions, namely information system quality, information quality, service quality, use quality, user satisfaction, and user impact. In this study, we apply this method to analyze the quality of RME management. This research uses a quantitative approach by collecting data through questionnaires distributed to RME users in hospitals. The questionnaire measures user perceptions of information system quality, information quality, service quality, use quality, user satisfaction, and impact of using RME. The results of this research are expected to provide better insight into the use of RME in the context of work efficiency. The findings of this research will provide input for RME developers to improve the quality of information systems, the quality of information, and the quality of services provided to users. Apart from that, this research also contributes to theory and research in the field of information systems by applying the Delone and Mclean method in the context of RME management.
Perancangan Sistem Informasi Pengagendaan Surat Masuk dan Surat Keluar di Dinas Pendidikan Kabupaten Asahan
Authors: Cici Cahyati Hasibuan
Published: November 2024

This research aims to design an information system for scheduling incoming and outgoing letters at the Asahan District Education Office. Currently, the process of managing letters is still done manually by writing them into a ledger which is inefficient in terms of time and energy. This research uses qualitative methods with data collection techniques through observation, interviews and literature study. The system was designed using the PHP programming language and Unified Modeling Language (UML) for system modeling. The research results show that the designed information system can provide a solution to the problem of managing letters manually by making the data management process easier and faster. This system includes incoming and outgoing mail management features, user management, and report generation, which can improve employee performance in mail administration tasks.
PREVALÊNCIA DOS SINTOMAS DE ANSIEDADE E DEPRESSÃO EM INDIVÍDUOSAPÓS INFECÇÃO POR COVID-19 NA AMAZÔNIA OCIDENTAL
Authors: Portela Darub Syria Beatriz , Cardoso Leitão Francisco Naildo , Landim Nasserala Jarine Camilo , Ribeiro Rodrigues Ana Luiza , Barbaby de Deus Bianca , De Deus Morais Mauro José
Published: November 2024

Introdução: A COVID-19 é uma infecção altamente contagiosa causada pelo vírus SARS-CoV-2 que foi responsável pela pandemia global. Os sintomas variam desde manifestações oligossintomáticas às síndromes respiratórias agudas graves, podendo causar alterações significativas na qualidade de vida dos acometidos, além de impactar na morbidade e em outros sintomas associados, como no desenvolvimento de sintomas psicológicos e psiquiátricos nos doentes. Uma das áreas atingidas foi a saúde mental desta população, incluindo a ansiedade e depressão. Objetivo: analisar a prevalência de sintomas de ansiedade e depressão após infecção por COVID-19 no estado do Acre-Brasil. Método: um estudo observacional longitudinal do tipo coorte, com análise de 1.308 pacientes com prova laboratorial positiva para COVID-19 no ano de 2021, a fim de avaliar a prevalência de sintomas de impacto negativo à saúde mental dos participantes, tendo como exemplo sintomas de ansiedade e depressão. Resultados: O desemprego aumentou após a pandemia, bem como o peso aumentou, tanto para o masculino, quanto para o feminino, como consequência o IMC. A obesidade aumentou também. A ansiedade e a depressão tiveram uma relação estatística significativa, demonstrando que a Covid-19 pós pandemia atingiu a saúde desta população. Conclusão: A pandemia pós Covid-19 afetou variáveis do tipo peso, IMC, obesidade, qualidade do sono, o que teve como consequência, a saúde desta população afetada em seu aspecto da ansiedade e depressão.
FAS, Intervention, Prevention, and Cultural Implications
Authors: Sweeney William J.
Published: November 2024

This paper reviews the effects of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder specifically in the Northern Plains Native American communities. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (i.e., FASD) produces a large range of mild to severe effects on behavioral, cognitive, and social abilities of those diagnosed with FASD. Diagnosis of FASD and the variability of effects contributes to many factors including timing and dosage of alcohol prenatal exposure, absence or presence of physical features, and maternal disclosure of prenatal alcohol consumption. This paper will examine cultural implications of alcohol use in the Northern Plains communities, prevention and education programs for women of child-bearing age and those who are currently pregnant, and inclusion of cultural practices for treatment. Additionally, this paper will examine current intervention treatments for individuals diagnosed with FAS, and the need for continued research of potential intervention treatments.
Asymmetric Effects of the Exchange Rate on the Trade Balance of the Textile Industry in Pakistan
Authors: Shair Waqas , Farooq Irfan , Ahmad Sajjad , Butt Nida Tanveer
Published: November 2024

This study aims to examine the impact of exchange rate fluctuations on the trade balance of the textile industry in Pakistan. Utilizing data spanning from July 2003 to June 2023, the analysis employs both Linear and Non-Linear Auto-Regressive Distributed Lag (ARDL and NARDL) Bound Testing models to investigate the effects of the real effective exchange rate (REER). Findings reveal a negative relationship between the REER and the trade balance, indicating that an appreciation of the domestic currency relative to a basket of foreign currencies adjusted for inflation results in a deterioration of the trade balance. Moreover, the NARDL model’s estimates indicate that while appreciation of the exchange rate does not significantly affect the trade balance, depreciation has a favorable impact. Notably, the long-term effects of exchange rate changes on the trade balance are more pronounced than the short-term impacts.
MEMAHAMI KURIKULUM MERDEKA DI LINGKUNGAN SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Inka Fitriyani, Friska Anggraini Setyaningsih, dkk
Published: November 2024

Kurikulum Merdeka di Sekolah Dasar merupakan sebuah inovasi pendidikan yang bertujuan untuk memberikan kebebasan kepada guru dan kepala sekolah dalam menyusun dan melaksanakan proses pembelajaran yang sesuai dengan kebutuhan dan potensi siswa. Ini memungkinkan guru untuk lebih kreatif dan inovatif dalam menyusun materi pembelajaran yang tidak hanya menekankan pada pencapaian kompetensi akademik tetapi juga pengembangan karakter siswa. Dalam implementasinya, ditemukan bahwa guru memerlukan pemahaman yang lebih mendalam tentang Kurikulum Merdeka dan harus mempertimbangkan proyek yang sesuai dengan fase perkembangan siswa untuk mencapai hasil pembelajaran yang bermakna, mendalam, dan menyenangkan. Profil Siswa Pancasila mencerminkan siswa Indonesia yang lebih baik, memiliki pembelajaran sepanjang hayat, berkarakter, berkompetensi global, dan berperilaku sesuai nilai-nilai Pancasila, serta menjadi acuan utama dalam mengarahkan kebijakan pendidikan, termasuk bagi guru untuk membangun karakter dan kompetensi siswa. Kurikulum ini dirancang untuk memberikan kebebasan kepada sekolah dalam mengembangkan proses pembelajaran yang lebih relevan dan kontekstual dengan kebutuhan siswa dan lingkungan sekitar. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kepustakaan (library study) Menurut M Sari dan Asmendri, metode penelitian kepustakaan adalah suatu cara pengumpulan data atau informasi berupa membaca dan merangkum buku-buku, jurnal yang  terpercaya, catatan-catatan yang sahih, bahan-bahan penelitian yang berkaitan dengan pengembangan kurikulum mandiri. M Sari dan Asmendri (2022) juga menggarisbawahi bahwa penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian kepustakaan dan informasi data  dari berbagai sumber seperti buku dan artikel jurnal terkait dengan permasalahan yang sedang dibahas. Peneliti mengumpulkan data perpustakaan dan informasi  kurikulum unik dari buku Selain itu, peneliti juga mengunjungi website dan website yang menyediakan berbagai informasi tentang kurikulum mandiri di sekolah dasar.
Genocide and resistance Nr. 28(2)
Authors: Labanauskas Ramūnas , Buchaveckas Stanislovas , Pocius Mindaugas , Vaičiūnas Gintaras , Selenis Valdas , Klumbys Valdemaras , Stravinskienė Vitalija , Bargmanas Chaimas
Published: November 2024

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“Anti-soviet” activities of Juozas Žiugžda in 1951–1955 in the ‘methodologists’’ agency case
Authors: Selenis Valdas
Published: November 2024

According to the 1951–1955 MGB (Ministry for State Security) case entitled ‘Methodologists’, which is stored in the Lithuanian Special Archives, agency statements, and records of interrogations, this article reveals how Juozas Žiugžda, a typical Soviet historian, fell into the hands of Soviet security. As a member and vice-president of the Academy of Science of the Lithuanian SSR, the minister of education, director of the Institute of History, and head of the Department of the History of the Lithuanian SSR and the Department of the History of the USSR of Vilnius University, Žiugžda was obligated to supervise the system of education and the study of history. He was made to do so due to the ‘inappropriateness’ of his background.
The article provides the records of Žiugžda prepared by special agents, reviews his ‘harmful’ activities at the Ministry of Education of the Lithuanian SSR and the Institute of History, and provides information about the employees of the ministry who were also charged in the case.
The analysis of the material of the case shows that Žiugžda was charged with being a member of the Social Democratic and National parties and taking part in anti-Soviet activities and publications at the time of independent Lithuania. Incriminating evidence included his ‘harmful’ activities in the system of education of the Lithuanian SSR: the slow reform of the network of secondary schools according to the Soviet model, approval of Lithuanian literature textbooks that were ‘inappropriately’ prepared, and ‘harmful’ activities at the Institute of History of the Academy of Science of the Lithuanian SSR—the delay of the issue of a textbook about the history of the Lithuanian SSR.
The article concludes that the investigation of the ‘anti-Soviet’ activities of Žiugžda was not deliberately pre-planned, because at the beginning information was collected about the activities of Petras Mikutaitis, an employee of the Ministry of Education, and his associates, who were deemed to have been possibly involved in ‘criminal activities’. Žiugžda was included in the investigation as the head of the system of education responsible for his subordinates.
Additional ‘evidence’ against him appeared as a result of the conflict between him and two employees at the Institute of History, Stasys Matulaitis and Juozas Jurginis, when Žiugžda dismissed them.
At the conclusion of the case, the information collected about Žiugžda was acknowledged to be of minor importance and such favourable conclusion was influenced by the leadership of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Lithuania and particularly Antanas Sniečkus, the secretary general of the party.
MOTORLU ARAÇ SİGORTALARINDA (ZMMS, İMMS, KASKO) BAŞVURU, TEMERRÜT VE ZAMANAŞIMI SORUNLARI ARASINDAKİ İLİŞKİLER
Authors: Acar Serdar
Published: November 2024

Trafik kazalarında mağdurların etkili şekilde tazmini için sorumluluk sigortacılarına karşı doğrudan dava hakkı tanınması yerleşik bir kuraldır. KTK.99/1 uyarınca mağdurun ilgili belgelerle sigortacıya başvuru yapması, sigortacının talebi inceleyerek 8 iş günü içinde ödeme yapması gerekir. Aksi halde, mağdur sigortacıya karşı doğrudan dava açabilir (KTK.97). KTK.99/1’deki başvuru şartının amacı hızlı çalışan bir mekanizma kurmak ve uyuşmazlıkların öncelikle sulh yoluyla çözümünü sağlamaktır. Aynı amaç için 2009 yılında Sigorta Tahkim Komisyonu kurulmuştur. STK önünde dava açmak için de başvuru şartı vardır (SK.30/13). 2016 yılında, sistemin kötüye kullanılması üzerine, KTK.99 ve 97’de başvuru şartı yeniden düzenlendi. Bu düzenleme ise muacceliyet, temerrüt, zamanaşımı ve dava hakkı konularında yeni sorunlar çıkardı. Çalışmamızda bu sorunlar arasındaki ilişkiler incelenecektir.
Evaluating Public and Scientific Interest in Point-of-Care Ultrasound: A Google Trends Analysis from 2007 to 2021
Authors: Menon Sanjit , Musuku Sridhar
Published: November 2024

Objective

As researchers continue to explore point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) in various clinical settings, it becomes increasingly imperative to anticipate patients’ interests and respond effectively to advancements in imaging using POCUS-related search trend analyses. The purpose of this study was to compare the public interest in POCUS to the published literature on this topic from 2007 to 2021 using Google Trends (GT).

Methods

Google Trends (GT) data were obtained from 2015 to 2021 for the following terms: point-of-care ultrasound, portable ultrasound, transthoracic echocardiography, transesophageal echocardiography, regional ultrasound, FAST ultrasound, focused ultrasound, trauma ultrasound, rapid ultrasound. Annual publication data related to POCUS was collected from PubMed by filtering for the same terms and duration. Univariate linear regression was performed to determine whether there was a significant correlation between GT search volumes and PubMed publication data. Potential temporal trends were analyzed by calculating the deviation in interest for each month against the respective mean interest for each search term that returned a statistically significant positive correlation to PubMed publication data.

Results

POCUS-related publication frequency ( R2 = 0.89, P = 0.001) on PubMed demonstrated a significant linear relationship with time. When assessing trends in public interest over time, the following search terms demonstrated significant associations: point-of-care ultrasound ( R2 = 0.76, P = 0.011), portable ultrasound ( R2 = 0.68, P = 0.022), regional ultrasound ( R2 = 0.67, P = 0.024), and FAST ultrasound ( R2 = 0.67, P = 0.025). Univariate linear regression revealed statistically significant positive correlations between GT search volume trends and POCUS-related publication frequency on PubMed for point-of-care ultrasound ( R2 = 0.67, P = 0.024) and regional ultrasound ( R2 = 0.80, P = 0.006).

Conclusions

This study highlights the significant growth in public and scientific interest in point-of-care ultrasound over time. These findings aim to prepare clinicians for a rise in patient encounters during which POCUS may be a point of discussion, education, or concern.
Resiliencia y satisfacción sexual en estudiantes universitarios
Authors: Rojano Junta Leonela Rosario , Lara Salazar Cristina Mariela
Published: November 2024

El objetivo de este estudio fue determinar la relación entre la resiliencia y la satisfacción sexual en estudiantes universitarios, empleando una muestra de 100 estudiantes de Ciencias Agropecuarias de una universidad ecuatoriana en un rango de edad entre 18 a 25 años. La investigación tuvo un enfoque cuantitativo, descriptivo, correlacional, no experimental y transversal, se utilizaron la Escala de resiliencia de Wagnild y Young y la Nueva Escala de Satisfacción Sexual (NSSS). Los resultados mostraron que no existe una correlación entre las variables, en cuanto a los niveles de resiliencia, el 42% de los estudiantes se situó en un nivel muy bajo, el 22% en bajo, y el 36% en niveles promedio y alto, mientras en satisfacción sexual, el 45% de los participantes se encontraron muy satisfechos, el 34% extremadamente satisfechos y el 21% satisfechos, sin reportarse niveles de insatisfacción, además, se encontró una diferencia estadísticamente significativa en cuanto a la variable satisfacción sexual entre hombres y mujeres (U=913 p<0.05) , siendo de esta manera que los hombres poseen mayor satisfacción sexual que las mujeres.
Administrative Management and Quality of Service of the Administrative Area of the District Municipality of Samán, Puno - Peru
Authors: Ticona-Carrizales Lucio , Rodríguez-Limachi Omar Moisés , Rodríguez-Chokewanca Ingrid Rossana , Segales Betty Campos , Arpasi-Lima Wilson Smith , Yapuchura-Saico Cristóbal Rufino
Published: November 2024

In the Samán District Municipality, inefficient administrative management was identified, as evidenced by user complaints about poor service. The objective was to analyze the relationship between administrative management and service quality in 2022. A quantitative methodology and a non-experimental-transversal design were used to observe the phenomena at a specific time. The total population consisted of 9642 inhabitants of the Samán district and stratified probability sampling was used, resulting in a sample of 189 inhabitants of the Samán district. Of this sample, surveys were conducted in six population centers, including Muni Grande (15 users), Jasana Grande (23), Chucaripo (58), Quejón Mocco (37), San Juan de Chacamarca (29) and the town of Samán (27). Data were collected through surveys using two structured questionnaires based on a Likert rating scale. Data were collected by means of two structured questionnaires based on a Likert scale. Microsoft Excel and IBM SPSS statistical software were used for data analysis, and Sperman's Rho statistic was used to determine the relationship of the variables. The results indicate a significant mean positive correlation of 0.629 between the study variables. In conclusion, there is a positive relationship of medium magnitude between administrative management efficiency and service quality. The evidence supports the idea that efforts are being made to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in administrative processes to provide quality service.
Investigation on the Mechanism of Nebulized Droplet Particle Size Impact in Precision Plant Protection
Authors: Ma Hui , Tang Jiajia , Lv Huimin , Chu Wenyan , Sun Shengdi
Published: November 2024

Precision plant protection, a crucial facet of precision agriculture, assumes a paramount role throughout diverse stages of agricultural pesticide utilization. It not only furnishes indispensable reference parameters for agricultural production but also minimizes the employment of pesticides and their environmental footprint. This investigation employs a laser particle size analyzer to gauge the particle size information of the atomization field under assorted conditions, commencing with ground plant protection. The findings reveal that particle size escalates with the ascent of spray pressure and spray angle while diminishing with their augmentation. It proposes that pressure adjustments can optimize atomization outcomes when the deposited atomized droplet size is suboptimal. This study provides a data foundation for pesticide atomization in ground plant protection procedures and presents corrective actions for inadequate sedimentation effects, thereby mitigating the environmental harm associated with agricultural endeavors.
Enhanced Recognition for Finger Gesture-Based Control in Humanoid Robots Using Inertial Sensors
Authors: Xie Jingyi , Xiang Na , Yi Shenglun
Published: November 2024

Humanoid robots have much weight in many fields. Their efficient and intuitive control input is critically important and, in many cases, requires remote operation. In this paper, we investigate the potential advantages of inertial sensors as a key element of command signal generation for humanoid robot control systems. The goal is to use inertial sensors to detect precisely when the user is moving which enables precise control commands. The finger gestures are initially captured as signals coming from the inertial sensor. Movement commands are extracted from these signals using filtering and recognition. These commands are subsequently translated into robot movements according to the attitude angle of the inertial sensor. The accuracy and effectiveness of the finger movements using this method are experimentally demonstrated. The implementation of inertial sensors for gesture recognition simplifies the process of sending control inputs, paving the way for more user-friendly and efficient interfaces in humanoid robot operations. This approach not only enhances the precision of control commands but also significantly improves the practicality of deploying humanoid robots in real-world scenarios.