bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Impact of Preference Signals on Interview Selection Across Multiple Residency Specialties and Programs
Authors: Rosenblatt Adena E. , LaFemina Jennifer , Sood Lonika , Choi Jennifer , Serfin Jennifer , Naemi Bobby , Dunleavy Dana
Published: December 2023

Background Program signaling is an innovation that allows applicants to express interest in specific programs while providing programs the opportunity to review genuinely interested applicants during the interview selection process.

Objective To examine the influence of program signaling on “selected to interview” status across specialties in the 2022 Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) application cycle.

Methods Dermatology, general surgery-categorical (GS), and internal medicine-categorical (IM-C) programs that participated in the signaling section of the 2022 supplemental ERAS application (SuppApp) were included. Applicant signal data was collected from SuppApp, applicant self-reported characteristics collected from the MyERAS Application for Residency Applicants, and 2020 program characteristics collected from the 2020 GME Track Survey. Applicant probability of being selected for interview was analyzed using logistic regression, determined by the selected to interview status in the ERAS Program Director’s WorkStation.

Results Dermatology had a 62% participation rate (73 of 117 programs), GS a 75% participation rate (174 of 232 programs), and IM-C an 86% participation rate (309 of 361 programs). In all 3 specialties examined, on average, signaling increased the likelihood of being selected to interview compared to applicants who did not signal. This finding held across gender and underrepresented in medicine (UIM) groups in all 3 specialties, across applicant types (MDs, DOs, international medical graduates) for GS and IM-C, and after controlling for United States Medical Licensing Examination Step 1 scores.

Conclusions Although there was variability by program, signaling increased likelihood of being selected for interview without negatively affecting any specific gender or UIM group.
Youth Engagement in Democratic Process and Peace Building in Tanzania: A Study of the 2020 General Elections in Dodoma City
Authors: Sengati Philemon
Published: December 2023

Various factors including the global community, regional bodies and national leaders have expressed their voices to demand engagement of all segments of the society, youth in particular in political processes, elections in particular which is substantial for democracy and Peace Building. Chapter 4, Article 4 of the African Union Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance of 2007 (AU, 2007) and Chapter 17, Article 11(1) of the African Youth Charter of 2006 both demands for state parties to ensure equal access for young men and young women to participate in decision – making through fulfilling civic duties of which election is core for peace building. This paper investigated the rationale as to why despite the call for youth to engage in political and democratic election to enhance Peace, still during elections particularly on voting in Tanzania, youth turnout is uncertain. This paper used both secondary and primary information. It has observed that, youth participate in election campaigns, but their motivation in voting for Peace Building is uncertain due to various reasons including lack of trust to body responsible for election management (NEC), lack of political awareness, disengagement of youth from politics of chaos and violence during election times. The article recommends reform to the National Election committee and thorough capacity building on youth to internalize and exercise their civic rights including voting for the health of Democracy, consequently peace Building.
Geospatial Assessment of Deforestation in Federal Capital Territory Abuja, Nigeria from 1987 to 2021
Authors: Amaechi C. F. , Enuneku A. A. , Okhai S. O. , Okoduwa K. A.
Published: December 2023

The expansion of urban areas directly leads to deforestation resulting in the loss of ecosystems and environmental problems such as soil erosion, loss of biodiversity, water pollution, air pollution, as well as climate change. This study aims to assess deforestation in the Federal Capital Territory Abuja, Nigeria from the year 1987 to 2021 using Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS). The maximum likelihood supervised classification method in ENVI 5.3 was employed to classify the territory into four classes, which include forestland, grassland, built up area, and surface water. An increasing trend was observed in the built up area, grassland, and surface water. However, the forestland decreased significantly from 4059.43 km2 in 1987 to 2265.28 km2 in 2021. The result indicates massive deforestation in Abuja, and it is recommended that proper urban planning and policies that will mitigate urban sprawl be initiated and implemented in Abuja. Policies that mandate house owners to plant trees and lawns in their compounds should be made and implemented, and proper conservation policies should be implemented to conserve forestland.
Assessment of Correlation between Dimensions of Ball Phantom and Distortion Rate of Panoramic Radiography in Dental Cone Beam Computed Tomography
Authors: Rabba J. A. , Uloko F. O. , Efenji G. I. , Eghaghe S. O. , Jaafar H. A. , Jafri M. Z. M. , Osman N. D.
Published: December 2023

The objective of this study was to assess correlation between dimensions of ball phantom and distortion rate of panoramic radiography in dental cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) system using appropriate standard methods. The results revealed that only two measurement (2.99%) out of 67 measurements exceeded the recommended threshold value for distortion rate. There was no correlation between the ball diameter and the distortion produced. However, a low positive correlation was observed between the distortion rate and the ratio of the horizontal to the vertical diameter of the ball images. Also, the matlab code, presented results which are closer to the acceptable limit than the Romexis software. Patient positioning should be carefully and correctly considered to prevent and to bring the image distortion rate to its barest minimum for proper diagnosis in dental CBCT. For proper diagnosis and treatment planning, this distortion must be accounted for during clinical applications.
Toxicological Evaluation of Methanol Extract of Hunteria umbellata Seed on Sperm and Haematological Parameters in Male Wistar Rats
Authors: Oseyomon J. O. , Erhirhie E. O. , Ugwu C. B. , Ilodigwe E. E.
Published: December 2023

The effect of chronic administration of methanol seed extract of Hunteria umbellata (HU) on sperm and haematological parameters in male Wister rats were examined for 90 days. Adult male Wister rats were randomly divided into four groups of five rats each. Group 1 received 10 ml/Kg/day of distilled water and served as the control, while groups 2, 3 and 4 received 250 mg/kg/day, 500 mg/kg/day and 1000 mg/kg/day of the extract daily for 90 days by oral gavage. Sperm cells were collected from the vas deferens of the sacrificed male rats for the determination of sperm motility, sperm count and sperm morphology as well as blood samples via the abdominal aorta for haematological assays. Body weight was also recorded. Data were analyzed using One-way ANOVA and P<0.05 was recognized as significant. The result from this studies showed that the extract did not significantly altered (P>0.05) sperm count, motility, morphology as well as the haematological parameters except increase in platelet count as compared with the control group. In conclusion, the results suggests that the prolonged oral treatment with 250-1000 mg/Kg/day of the methanol extract of the seed of Hunteria umbellata did not produce any sperm toxicity but may cause an increase in platelet activity.
Domestic Energy Consumption and Its Contribution to Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Insights from Koulikoro Urban Community, Sudano-Sahelian Zone of Mali in West Africa
Authors: Fané S. , Traoré D. , Koné A. K. , Traoré C. , Ahmed A. , Yussuf M. , Karembe M.
Published: December 2023

The objective of this study is to estimate the carbon dioxide (CO2) released by domestic energy (firewood and charcoal) in the urban commune of Koulikoro, Mali. This study employed questionnaire survey to identify the type of energies used, their costs, the quantity consumed, and the difficulties of access to these energies and their impact on natural resources in Koulikoro. The consumption of each family per neighbourhood was extrapolated to its total population to determine the carbon emitted and the carbon dioxide released. Thus, the carbon dioxide emitted in tonnes per neighbourhood was determined. The findings revealed three types of energy in the urban commune of Koulikoro, mainly firewood 72%, charcoal 25% and Gas 3%. The use of these energy sources depends on accessibility and availability. The increase in consumption per district is a function of the number of people. Daily used charcoal was estimated at 2 kg day-1 and 7 kg day-1 for firewood. Overall, average firewood using was highest in largest household size and it was 62% higher than in small size category which recorded the lowest. Annual amount of charcoal used was 676 kg year-1 and 2294 kg year-1 for firewood. However, annual amount of fuelwood per person was higher in small size category and 178% greater than in largest household group than other household size. Carbon consumption per capita per year was greater in small household group estimate to be 477 kg pns-1 year-1. Thus, the urban commune of Koulikoro has a significant carbon dioxide emission and firewood emits more CO2 than charcoal.
Evaluation of Essential Metal Concentration and Possible Potential Health Risk in Chicken Giblets Commonly Sold to Consumers in Lokoja Main Market, Kogi State, Nigeria
Authors: Emurotu J. E. , Habib L.
Published: December 2023

The objective of this work was to evaluate the concentrations of essential metals (K, Na, Ca, Mg, Fe, Cu, Se, B, P, and Zn) and potential health risks in chicken giblets commonly sold to consumers in Lokoja's main market, Kogi State, Nigeria. Using appropriate standard methods, samples were digested with 65% HNO3, and the digest was analyzed using an Inductively Coupled Plasma-Optical Emission Spectrometer. The mean concentrations (mg/kg) in gizzard ranged from 0.06±0.08 (Cu) to 28.1±6.9 (P), kidney 0.04±0.01 (Cu) to 24±10 (P), and liver 0.09±0.10 (Cu) to 47±11(P). All the essential metals examined were below the FAO and WHO's permissible standards. The observed trend in the accumulation of metal concentration in chicken giblets was P > Na > Ca > Fe > Mg > Zn > B > Se > K, Cu. The health risk analyses revealed that the current exposure levels will not have a major negative impact on human health, as the hazard quotient for each metal was less than one (<1) and the overall hazard index was also less than 1. Although the population will not be exposed to the potential health risks from these metals presently, there is a need to regularly assess the levels of heavy metals in chicken giblets to maintain protection against negative health effects.
Effects of Fly Ash on Compressive Strength and Durability Properties of Lean Concrete
Authors: Ohwofasa J. O. , Ikumapayi C. M. , Arum C.
Published: December 2023

Concrete production and waste generation are among human activities that negatively impact the environment. This study investigated the effects of fly ash on compressive strength and durability properties of lean concrete using appropriate standard methods. The results showed that the compressive strength of the control mix is higher than those of fly ash concrete mixes. The compressive strength of the fly ash blended mixes decreased as the replacement level increased. However, the strength increased with hydration time, and the optimal replacement level being 5%. While the chloride ion penetration and water absorption rate decreased, the sulfate resistance increased with hydration time and replacement level. The fly ash mixes exhibited better durability properties than the control mix in all durability tests conducted. The SEM-EDX analysis showed that mixes with well-packed microstructures exhibited favorable compressive and durability properties. In conclusion, Class C fly ash is recommended for lean concrete mixes at a replacement level of up to 15% when compressive strength is the primary concern, while mixes with a replacement level of 25% or more are recommended in areas susceptible to sulfate attack.
Acceptability, hesitancy and willingness to pay for COVID-19 vaccine among Lagos residents
Authors: Akinyinka MR , Olofin OA , Fadeyi B , Bakare OQ , Odugbemi BA , Adebayo BI , Durojaiye T , Adeniran A , Goodman O , Kuyinu YA , Wright KO , Odusanya OO
Published: December 2023

Background: Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease that has plagued the world beginning from 2019 when it was first discovered, laudable efforts have been made by science to produce vaccines to mitigate the effects of this disease. This study sought to assess the knowledge of COVID-19 and vaccine acceptability, hesitancy, willingness to pay and associated factors among Lagos residents.Methods: The study design was cross-sectional and descriptive with a mixed methods approach. Respondents (2924) residing in Lagos were selected for the study using multi-stage sampling technique. Data collection was done using an intervieweradministeredquestionnaire for quantitative data and a focus group discussion guide for qualitative data. Quantitative data analysis was done using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences Version 23, while qualitative data was analysed thematically.Results: The study revealed that most respondents (81%) were aware that COVID-19 vaccines are available in Nigeria. Two-thirds (67%) of the respondents were willing to receive the vaccine (acceptance) and 48.2% were vaccine hesitant. Willingness to pay for the vaccine was quite low (18%) and this was also reflected in the focus group discussions. Educational status, income, occupation and knowledge were significant predictors of COVID-19 vaccine acceptance.Conclusion: The findings show higher than average rates of vaccine hesitancy although most respondents had good knowledge of COVID-19. Efforts by government agencies to improve community access to education, better occupations and incomes are recommended to improve vaccine acceptance.
Determinants of unmet need for family planning among HIV-positive women of reproductive age in a treatment and care center Jos, Northcentral Nigeria
Authors: Adah GU , Agbo HA , Adah RO , Meshak DJ , Chirdan OO , Zoakah AI
Published: December 2023

Introduction: About half of Nigeria’s population living with HIV are women. Therefore, the use of contraceptives is useful for HIV prevention. The aim of this study was to assess the unmet need for family planning and its associated factors among HIV-positive women of reproductive age in Jos, North-central. Nigeria.Method: This facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 335 HIV positive women of reproductive age attending the (APIN) Public Health Initiative Centre of the Jos University Teaching Hospital in Plateau State. A systematic sampling technique was used to select participants. Pre-tested intervieweradministered questionnaires were used for data collection and statistical analysis done using the SPSS version 23 software package. A logistic regression model was used to identify determinants of unmet needs for family planning. Ethical approval was obtained for the study.Results: The mean age of the respondents was 37.44 ± 6.40 years. Unmet need for family planning was 25.4% and the commonest reasons cited include partner opposition and fear of side effects. Marital status, duration of HIV diagnosis, duration on HAART, use of condom during the last sexual act, partner/husband support, and desire for more children were found to be associated with unmet need for family planning. Predictors of unmet need for family planning were marital status (AOR=0.15, P-value-0.030), duration of HIV diagnosis (AOR=5.09, P-value-0.005), duration on HAARTs (AOR=2.64, P-value-0.03) and desire for more children (AOR=0.42, P-value-0.001).Conclusion: HIV-positive women of reproductive age in Jos have high unmet needs for family planning and will benefit from early reproductive health education which includes couple counseling on contraceptive use.
The Risk of Neonatal Healthcare-Associated Infections at Three Teaching Hospitals in Rwanda
Authors: Umuhoza Aline , Bagweneza Vedaste , Mwiseneza Innocent , Umubyeyi Pacifique , Meharry Pamela , Abagirimana Verene , Nyirambarushimana Noella , Umukunzi Alice , Mukeshimana Eugenie
Published: December 2023

BackgroundHealthcare-acquired infections (HCAIs) are a substantial source of neonatal morbidity and mortality that also carry a financial burden on families and healthcare systems worldwide. However, little is known about common and factors related to HCAIs among neonates hospitalized in Rwanda. The study's objective was to assess the risk of neonatal HCAIs in three selected teaching hospitals in Rwanda.MethodsA retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted and stratified simple random sampling was used. Files of 273 neonates were recruited from 15th July to 30th October 2021. The data abstraction sheet was used in data collection. The data was analysed using logistic regression analysis, and the results were presented in tables.ResultsThe most common neonatal HCAI agent was Klebsiella pneumoniae affecting 142/273(52%). Neonates weighting ≥3.6kg (OR=0.09; 95% CI= 0.02—0.54), 2.6–3.5kg (OR=0.07, 95% CI = 0.01–0.42); 1.5–2.5kg (OR= 0.03 (95% CI= 0.01–0.22) were significantly less likely to have an HCAIs than neonates weighting <1.5kg. Maternal blood groups, especially AB and O, had significantly higher odds for HCAI, OR=2.37 (95% CI=1.1–5.1) and OR=3.1 (95%CI=1.32–7.26) respectively. ConclusionLow birth weight and maternal blood type were associated with HCAIs at the three study sites and the most common HCAI was Klebsiella pneumoniae. Rwanda J Med Health Sci 2023;6(3):367-378
Pregnant Women’s Knowledge and Expectations about Prenatal Ultrasound: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Chinene Bornface , Mudadi Leon-say
Published: December 2023

BackgroundUltrasound imaging has been shown to improve maternal health outcomes through timely diagnosis of pregnancy problems. Despite ultrasound being vital for women's management in pregnancy, studies have reported low awareness among African women ObjectiveTo evaluate the knowledge and expectations of pregnant women in Harare about prenatal ultrasound. MethodsA cross-sectional survey of 385 pregnant women was done at the ultrasound department of a private maternity hospital in Harare, Zimbabwe. Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) 27.0 and Windows Excel were used to analyse the data.Results The majority of women (85.4%) concurred that ultrasound scans are important during pregnancy, but most (79.3%) were not aware that congenital abnormalities can be detected through ultrasound. Despite low overall knowledge of congenital abnormalities, 80.2% of women were familiar with Down's syndrome, and this knowledge tended to increase with higher education levels, although not statistically significant (linear-by-linear association = 0.057). The primary expectation of ultrasound scans among pregnant women was to confirm the expected delivery date, and gender determination, with the least expectation being a diagnosis of congenital abnormalities.ConclusionKnowledge levels were lower in our setting relative to other similar studies, and hence this underscores the need for further public education.Rwanda J Med Health Sci 2023;6(3):346-354
El discurso postmoderno sobre Dios. Reflexiones a propósito de la idea de hombre propuesta por Lyotard
Authors: Oliva Contero Julio
Published: December 2023

Teodicea: la vindicación de Dios. Sería pretencioso decir que este ensayo es una vindicación de Dios. Más bien trata de describir cómo los hombres postmodernos afrontan, si es que lo hacen, la existencia de Dios. Nuestros tiempos son muy distintos de los precedentes, y esta novedad hace casi imposible recurrir a la tradición para hablar de un Dios que no sigue los parámetros del Postmodernismo, y que es un extraño para los hombres de la última década del siglo XX. Más aún, ¿tiene sentido hablar de Dios en los tiempos de la Postmodernidad? ¿Es posible reivindicar a Dios científicamente? ¿Podemos hablar de Dios hoy?
Enslaved Christians, Jewish owners in Visigothic hagiography, theology and law
Authors: Ihnat Kati
Published: December 2023

The Iberian Passio Mantii is a rare case of a late antique martyrdom account in which the protagonist, Mantius, is described as the Christian slave of Jewish owners who persecute him to death for not converting to Judaism. This unusual hagiographical text chimes with extensive legislation produced in Visigothic Iberia on the very question of Jewish ownership of Christian slaves. Placing these sources together and exploring their theological background allows us first to understand better the changes Visigothic legislators made to a long legal tradition of prohibiting both the conversion and ownership of Christian slaves by Jews. But it also allows us to go beyond the assumption that the sources reflect an active social practice and ask whether interest in Jews exercising power over Christians was part of the development of a discourse of Jewish danger that was itself fundamental to the elaboration of more clearly defined religious identities in the seventh century.
Antinomianism as Iconism: The Living Images of the Frankists
Authors: Stünkel Knut Martin
Published: December 2023

Emerging in the context of messianic Sabbateanism in Eastern Europe, Frankism’s main characteristics are its stern opposition towards rabbinic Judaism and its rigid antinomism. Frankist doctrine and Frankist practice straightforwardly reversed the Law to its opposite. Frankist leaders, and in particular Jacob Frank (1726-1791) himself, employed strategies that took advantage of the multiform contact situations of religious traditions within the Polish-Lithuanian commonwealth by metaschematic subversion of religious forms. Frank refused to hide what he claimed to be the true faith, and openly and publicly presented himself as an opponent of the established rabbinic tradition. The open, visible, and public presentation was intended to be an affront by ostensibly/iconically opposing its aniconic stance. Anti-aniconism performed iconically was a deliberate and virtuously employed strategy in the struggle about messianic and eschatological issues. The emphasis on visibility and the deliberate establishment of iconic scenes within Frankist practice also breaks with the Sabbatian conduct of occurring in the environs of the traditional community and not being sharply distinguished from the ‘correct’ faith. In my article, I will argue that Frank deliberately employed hyper-iconism and living images (tableaux vivantes) to fulfill his messianic role.
Analysis of EFL teaching approaches for students with intellectual disabilities: case study of a student with cerebral palsy
Authors: Mosquera Ana
Published: December 2023

Inclusive education, as a matter of policy, in addition to making education accessible to all, is intended to foster a diverse and nurturing learning environment for learners with disabilities. This study explores English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teaching approaches for a 15-year-old eighth-grade student with cerebral palsy at Unidad Educativa 11 de Noviembre, Machachi, Canton of Mejia. Qualitative data collection involved surveys of teachers who had worked with Juanito (a pseudonym), along with insights from professionals supporting Juanito, including a Ministry of Education psychologist Findings reveal Juanito thrives in collaborative settings but is prone to distractions, occasionally disrupting class. He generally enjoys group activities but sometimes prefers one-on-one instruction, posing instructional challenges. The student’s motivation and energy levels are also affected by seizure medication. Data showed strategies include individual, paired, and group activities, along with the integration of technology. However, their success can be contingent on the student’s emotional state. These results emphasize the urgent need for educational institutions to allocate resources and develop infrastructure conducive to inclusive education in the EFL class, accommodating the diverse needs of students with disabilities. Future research avenues include longitudinal studies, comparative analyses across different educational settings, the inclusion of family and student perspectives, exploration of assistive technologies, assessment of teacher training programs, and policy impact evaluations in inclusive education.
The impact of Classical Education techniques, drilling and teacher-led discovery, on speaking accuracy in 8th-grade students
Authors: Yela Véliz María Belén
Published: December 2023

This research paper examines the effectiveness of Classical Education in the teaching-learning process of English in a private institution in Cuenca. The primary objective of this action research piece is to analyze the learning progress of the students in teacher-centered lessons in which drilling, and teacher-led discovery techniques were used. The research employs a qualitative approach given that it is the report of an action research study carried out in two cycles in the context in which the researcher is currently working. After implementing a diagnostic, a need was encountered and the previously mentioned techniques (i.e. drilling and teacher-led discovery) were implemented to see whether or not they could be useful. Data were collected by combining data collection tools such as semi-structured observation, rubrics, diagnostic tests, and summative assessment. Through the implementation of two classical education-derived techniques mentioned before, it was found that 73.68% of students successfully addressed challenges in conjugating the simple present tense affirmatively in speaking exercises, with 39.47% demonstrating proficiency in negative conjugations during freer oral practice.
Swedana and Heat Shock Response
Authors: Gurkirat Kaur  , Sanath Kumar DG
Published: December 2023

Swedana, a revered therapeutic practice in Ayurveda, involves the induction of perspiration within the body. It serves as a crucial component in Ayurvedic treatments, serving as a modality which relieves Sheeta (coldness), Shoola (pain), Stambha (stiffness), Gaurava (heaviness), and confers Mruduta (softness) to the body. The aim of the study is to explore the action of Swedana through the Heat Shock Response (HSR). HSR is a cellular defense mechanism triggered by rise in temperature. Swedana therapy and its interplay with the Heat Shock Response is documented, shedding light on the scientific underpinnings of this traditional Ayurvedic practice.
A Successful Management of Ankylosing Spondylitis with Avascular Necrosis Through Ayurveda
Authors: Shreeshailaswamy S. Kanvimath  , L. Mahadevan  , Ishwarayya S. Mathapati
Published: December 2023

This case report aimed to reveal an Ayurvedic approach to a atypical case of Ankylosing Spondylitis with bilateral avascular necrosis of femoral head. Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) is a condition posing major challenge to health care system.

A 29-year-old male subject was diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis and avascular necrosis of bilateral femur head. By the clinical presentation and thorough Ayurvedic examinations of the subject the case was diagnosed as Gambheera Vatarakta with Asthisoushirya. The case was successfully managed with both Shodhana and Shamana Upacharas according to Ayurveda i.e., for Asthisoushirya, Khara Abhishyandi Snigdha Gunayukta Dravya Prayogam, Asthi Poshakam, Ghrita or Ksheera processed with Tikta Rasa and Vataraktahara Chikitsa, Ama Pachana, Rakta Prasadana, Sneha Virechana and Basti for Gambheera Vatarakta was followed and significant prognosis was achieved.
Membuka Cakrawala Pendidikan dan Mengatasi Tantangan Global Melalui Wawasan Pendidikan
Authors: Gustina Mila
Published: December 2023

This article discusses the importance of opening educational horizons to address global challenges through inclusive, relevant and sustainable educational insights. Challenges such as technological developments and globalization, the focus on access to education, and the relevance of education to the needs of the world of work are described as crucial factors that need to be addressed. This paper provides an overview of the importance of broad access to education, technology integration, collaboration with world industry, and efforts to achieve gender equality. By paying attention to these aspects, education can play a key role in facing global challenges and preparing future generations for a better future.
Peran Guru dalam Menentukan Model Pembelajaran Berbasis Proyek (PjBL) di Kelas Rendah Upaya untuk Meningkatkan Minat Belajar Peserta Didik di Sekolah
Authors: Damayanti Nur Afni
Published: December 2023

The role of teachers in the context of developing project-based learning models (PjBL) in lower grades has a significant impact on increasing students' interest in learning at school. This literature study analyzes teachers' contributions in designing and implementing PjBL as a strategy to enrich students' learning experiences. The teacher as the main facilitator in PjBL plays a role in determining the key aspects of the learning model. In the literature, it is found that teacher expertise in identifying projects that suit the curriculum and students' level of understanding is a crucial first step. The teacher's ability to integrate PjBL with lesson material opens up opportunities to increase understanding of concepts holistically. The importance of the teacher's role is also reflected in his ability to guide students during the project learning process. In the literature, emphasis on the teacher's role as a guide and motivator for students to actively participate, collaborate and solve problems is identified as the main element that influences the effectiveness of PjBL. This research examines various views and findings regarding the role of teachers in implementing PjBL in lower grades. The results provide insight into how teachers can be the main catalyst for increasing students' interest in learning through this innovative learning model. It is hoped that a deeper understanding of the role of teachers in PjBL can provide guidance for the development of more effective education and teacher training policies.
Online Shoppers' Purchase Intention using Ensemble Learning Approach
Authors: Adhikari Jhimli
Published: December 2023

The customer’s purchase intention can be predicted by analyzing the history of the customers. In this study, we have analyzed the data of online shoppers for building a better prediction model to predict their purchase intention. Initially exploratory data analysis is performed on the dataset. We have used different ensemble algorithms such as Random Forest, Gradient Boosting, XGBoost and LightGBM to predict whether a customer, visiting the website of an online shop, will end up with a purchase or not. Later we have performed ensemble methods to boost up the performance of the algorithms using SMOTE to overcome class imbalance. Lastly model performance evaluation is done using parameter tuning. Study has shown that XGBoost model predicts with 89.97 % accuracy on imbalanced data, whereas Random Forest displays 93% accuracy after using SMOTE to predict the customer’s purchase intention. Moreover, XGBoost shows the highest accuracy, which is 93.54% after parameter tuning. Execution time of the models is also observed in the study.
Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Berbasis Implementasi User Interface Pada Multimedia Interaktif E-Komik
Authors: . M. Irawan Pratama , . Putri Ratricia , . Adinda Fitri , . Ali Ikhwan
Published: December 2023

In order to facilitate effective communication between system users and developers, the prototype was designed to provide a common perception and initial understanding of the user interface's fundamental processes. Learning media now includes a variety of multimedia types, starting with graphic images and animated videos and moving on to sound, images, and text. Particularly learning media as computerized comics.
Multimedia Interaktif Sebagai Sarana Pembelajaran Dalam Peningkatan Prestasi Siswa Di Sekolah Pada Masa Pandemi
Authors: . Indah Saputri , . Mirna Annifah Hasibuan , . Nurkosrina Aisah , . Septina Ona Sutra , . Ali Ikhwan
Published: December 2023

Learning media is anything that helps humans in order to understand or learn some theory or material that is useful in order to train abilities or skills. In addition, multimedia is a useful tool for selecting individuals based on the material displayed. Interactive multimedia is designed to have interactive characteristics and is easy to use to help people interact with media content. Interactive multimedia can add meaning to the process because it allows users to interact with the material. Interactive multimedia can also increase student interest in the learning process during a pandemic. This study aims to analyze interactive multimedia in improving students during a pandemic.
Analisis Implementasi Peningkatan Kualitas Pendidikan Melalui Standarisasi Laboratorium di SMAN 5 Jember
Authors: . Septia Rachma Wulansari , . Moh. Rifki Hariyanto , . Nur Elizah , . Renisa Kusuma Dewi , . Lailiatul Istianah , . Lailatul Nuraini
Published: December 2023

This study was conducted with the aim of analyzing the implementation of Physics Laboratory Standards at SMA Negeri 5 Jember. The research method used in this research is descriptive method with qualitative approach. Data collection was done through questionnaires and interviews with the head of the laboratory and also with physics teachers. In addition, data collection is also through direct laboratory observation, interviews through the head of the laboratory assistant, and document analysis such as guidebooks and the use of tools and materials in the laboratory. In this study, the results showed that the infrastructure facilities in the laboratory showed an average percentage of 90% with a very good classification. The results of standardization for tools and materials got an average of 68% with a good classification. Furthermore, the standardization of laboratory personnel with a very good classification on average 90%. In the standardization of security, maintenance and supervision of the laboratory gets an average percentage of 91% with a very good classification. The last is the standardization of services gets an average percentage of 100% with a very good classification. Overall, the laboratory at Jember 5 Public School has good standardization, but there is a need to improve the quality of these laboratory facilities so that they can support the learning process better.
4-6 Yaş Kur’an Kursları Öğretici Kitaplarının Müziksel Öğeler Bakımından Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: GELİCİ Zehra
Published: December 2023

Ses, ritim ve armoni bileşenlerinden müteşekkil olan müzik, insan hayatının her safhasında var olan, hayatı
anlamlandıran, renklendiren önemli bir olgudur. Müzik, geçmişte olduğu gibi günümüzde de sadece bir eğlence
ya da boş vakit aracı olarak kullanılmayıp, insanların tedavi ve eğitimlerinde de faydalanılan bir araçtır. Özellikle
okul öncesi çocukların eğitiminde çocukların içinde bulundukları yaş aralığının getirdiği özelliklerden dolayı
müzikten daha fazla yararlanılması gerekmektedir. Bu çalışmada, okul öncesi din eğitimi kapsamında faaliyet
gösteren Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı 4- 6 Yaş Kur’an Kursları öğretici kitaplarında müziksel öğelere ne kadar yer
verildiği, bu anlamda çocuklara yapılan eğitimde bir eğitim aracı olarak müzikten ne oranda faydalanıldığı
incelenmiştir. Çalışmanın amacı, pek çok bilgiyi oyun ve eğlence üzerinden elde eden okul öncesi eğitim çağındaki
çocukların eğitiminde müziğin önemine dikkat çekmek ve müziğin daha fazla kullanılması gerektiğine vurgu
yapmaktır. 4-6 yaş Kur’an kursları öğretici kitaplarında yeterli düzeyde müziksel öğelerden yararlanılıp
yararlanılmadığının tespit edilerek var olan şarkıların ve sözlerinin okul öncesi çocuklara uygunluğunun
değerlendirildiği bu araştırma, doküman analizi gibi veri toplama yöntemlerinin kullanıldığı nitel bir araştırmadır.
Sonuç olarak 4-6 yaş Kur’an Kursları öğretici kitaplarında müziksel öğelere yeteri kadar yer verilmediği
görülmüştür.
MEB Okul Öncesi Öğretmenleri İçin Etkinlik Kitabında Yer Alan Etkinliklerin Uyarlama Boyutlarının Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: ÖZKANLI ERTUĞRUL Burcu , KURTULMUŞ Zeynep
Published: December 2023

Bu çalışmanın amacı; Milli Eğitim Bakanlığı (MEB) tarafından okul öncesi öğretmenlerine yönelik hazırlanan MEB Okul Öncesi Öğretmenleri İçin Etkinlik Kitabı’nda yer alan etkinliklerin uyarlama boyutlarının değerlendirilmesidir. 2013 Okul Öncesi Eğitim Programı’nda ilk defa açıklanan uyarlamalar ile öğretmenlerin sınıflarındaki özel gereksinimli çocukları eğitim süreciyle bütünleştirebilmesi için uyguladığı etkinliklerin yönteminde, öğrenme sürecinde ve kullanılan materyallerde düzenlemeler yapması beklenmektedir. Araştırmanın amacı doğrultusunda belirlenen alt amaçlara cevap alabilmek için nitel araştırma desenlerinden durum çalışması kullanılmıştır. Araştırmanın verileri MEB Etkinlik Kitabı’ndan doküman analizi yöntemiyle toplanmıştır. Toplanan veriler araştırmacılar tarafından geliştirilen 22 kriterden oluşan “Uyarlama Değerlendirme Kriterleri” doğrultusunda içerik analizi yöntemiyle analiz edilmiştir. Araştırmada eğitim materyalinde yer alan ve uyarlamaya yer verilen 311 etkinlik incelenmiştir. Araştırmanın bulgularına göre; etkinlik kitabında en sık uyarlama yapılan gereksinim türü ortopedik yetersizlik, en az uyarlama yapılan gereksinim türü ise işitme yetersizliğidir. Uyarlamalarda en sık kullanılan yöntem çocuklara sözel destek sağlanmasıdır. Uyarlamaların 147’si gereksinim türüne uygun, 49’u kısmen uygun ve 115’nin gereksinim türüne uygun olmadığı sonuçlarına ulaşılmıştır.
The Impact of COVID-19 on the Congolese Financial System : An empirical Investigation
Authors: Pinshi Christian P. , Tabash Mosab I.
Published: December 2023

The COVID-19 pass-through on the financial system moves      at supersonic speed,      undermining      financial stability with a contraction of claims on the private sector, withdrawing      deposits, and tightening the fiscal      circumstances     . The primary goal      of this research      is to investigate the unprecedented influenceof COVID-19      on the Congolese financial system. An autoregressive Vector Bayesian model is used to test the connection     .      The data utilized is a monthly series from December 2013 to October     2020. The results reveal      that the COVID-19 pandemic has varying degrees of negative impact on      the Congolese financial system. The Congolese government      should immediately      ado     pt macroeconomic and financial policies by boosting and injecting liquidity into      the banking sector to mitigate the negative consequences. At the same time, the expansion of Fintechs on the one hand and the expansion of cyberattacks on the other would enhance the financial system landscape     . To maximize      the digitization      of the financial systems and enhance the effectiveness of cybersecurity, financial institutions should implement intelligent      policies and invest in research. This study is the first to be done in Congo to the authors' best knowledge      and serves      as a battery for further research in Africa and the world.
Tokenized Indexed-Green Bonds: Funding the Decarbonisation of Ammonia Production
Authors: Charles Don
Published: December 2023

This study seeks to investigate how distributed ledger technology can be applied to the green bond market. Second, this study examines how green bonds can finance the suck cost of decarbonizing the ammonia industry. Third, this study seeks to forecast the spot price of ammonia. This forecast is relevant since the bond’s coupon should be indexed and linked to the price of ammonia. The proposed tokenized indexed-green bond is a new idea that leverages the technologies of distributed ledgers, indexation, and green bonds. No study to current date has undertaken such research that integrates these technologies to fund the decarbonization of the ammonia industry. Data was collected on the spot price of ammonia from the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago online database at the monthly frequency over the January 1991 to June 2023 period. The applied forecasting methodology was a hybrid framework combining Particle Swarm Optimization and Support Vector Regression. This study found that an out-of-sample forecast for ammonia prices would be US$438.89/ton in the 1st quarter, US$289.99/ton by the 2nd quarter, US$448.30/ton by the 3rd quarter, and US$331.57/ton by the 4th quarter. The decarbonization of the ammonia industry is technically possible. Economically, it would involve leveraging several technologies such as green bond financing, tokenization, and indexation.
 
Received: 26 May 2023 | Revised: 1 September 2023 | Accepted: 3 December 2023 
 
Conflicts of Interest
The author declares that he has no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
Data available on request from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.
 
Author Contribution Statement
Don Charles: Conceptualization, Methodology, Software, Validation, Formal analysis, Investigation, resources, data curation, Writing - original draft, Writing - review & editing, Visualization, Supervision, Project administration.
Editorial
Authors: Piedimonte Fabián C.
Published: December 2023

Estimados colegas y amigos:Con inmenso placer es que presentamos este nuevo número de nuestra revista, la cual venimos llevando adelante mediante un gran esfuerzo mancomunado de su equipo editorial y nos es grato compartir en su contenido.
Penerapan Sistem Informasi Pelayanan Publik Pada Fitur LAKSA Di Kota Tangerang
Authors: Amelia Risma , Cahaya Ningrum Agni , Maharani Setyadana Aldisya , Fitri Kamila Diah , Arif Kurniawan Irvan
Published: December 2023

Perkembangan teknologi informasi kini membawa perubahan signifikan. Manusia menciptakan teknologi dengan motivasi dan dorongan agar hidup menjadi lebih baik. Manusia membuat teknologi dan menciptakan  alat-alat untuk mendukung  perkembangan  informasi. Perkembangan tersebut harus diimbangi dengan hadirnya inovasi sistem informasi pelayanan publik berbasis aplikasi yang bermanfaat bagi pemerintah dan masyarakat. Penerapan sistem informasi mutlak ada di semua organisasi. Karena sistem informasi bukanlah organisasi atau lembaga itu sendiri, melainkan membantu pelaksanaan proses kerja agar dapat berfungsi dengan baik sesuai dengan yang diharapkan. Informasi yang tersedia bagi masyarakat membutuhkan informasi yang cepat dan tepat waktu, termasuk penerapan informasi pelayanan publik di Kota Tangerang. Pemerintah Kota Tangerang telah meluncurkan aplikasi berbasis TIK bernama Tangerang Live yang didalamnya terdapat fitur LAKSA. LAKSA merupakan ruang virtual yang disediakan Pemerintah Kota Tangerang dalam menjawab tantangan pelayanan prima kepada masyarakat Kota Tangerang di era cyber, khususnya dalam hal penampung saran maupun pengaduan terkait permasalahan yang ada di wilayah Kota Tangerang. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana upaya pemerintah Kota Tangerang dalam mensosialisasikan penerapan sistem informasi dalam aplikasi pada fitur laksa. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian deskriptif kualitatif dengan pendekatan induktif. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan yaitu wawancara. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan meliputi reduksi data, penyajian data dan penarikan kesimpukan. Penelitian ini menggunakan 5 dimensi teori data driven decision making capability yang dikemukakan oleh Lian Jia, Lagu Jiahe dan Dianne Hall (2015).
Evaluation Test for Emollient Cream
Authors: Mohammad Faizan Noor Mohammad  , Prajwal Vijay Dudhe  , Suraj B. Rathod
Published: December 2023

Emollients and moisturizing have the quality of softening or soothing the skin. Creams the skin. The term' moisturizer' is frequently used synonymously with emollient, but moisturizers frequently contain humectants that hydrate the stratum corneum. Blankness is constantly linked to an disabled hedge function observed, for illustration, in atopic skin, psoriasis, ichthyosis, and contact dermatitis.Emptiness and skin barricade conditions are not a single reality, but are characterized by Ldifferences in chemistry and morphology in the epidermis Moisturizers have multiple functions piecemeal from dampening the skin. analogous to other actives, the efficacy is likely to depend on the lozenge, where compliance is a great challenge faced in the operation of skin conditions. Strong odor from constituents and slithery compositions may be disagreeable to the cases. Likewise, low pH and sensitive responses, from lactic acid and urea for illustration, may reduce patient acceptance. Once applied to the skin, the constituents can stay on the face, be absorbed into the skin, be metabolized , or vanish from the face by evaporation, sloughing off, or by contact with other accouterments .In addition to substances considered as actives,(e.g. emulsifiers, antioxidants, preservatives). Recent findings indicate that actives and excipients may have more pronounced goods in the skin than preliminarily considered.
Study of Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Hand Wash by Using Natural Ingredients by Simple Method
Authors: Pruthviraj Ashok Chavhan  , Raksha Narayan Shinde  , Pranjali Suresh Sonone  , Pranjal G. Raut  , Prathamesh S. Shinde  , Shruti Wankhade
Published: December 2023

In recent years, surprisingly, there has been a change in mentality. It means people are much more diverted to the herbal or natural things as compared to synthetic, chemically active products. As studies indicate, there are so many harmful and sometimes toxic side effects seen in the use of chemically active ingredients. Like lead, copper, arsenic etc. It's not 100% mandatory that all synthetic products and medicines are wrong, but the people literally give their interest in using natural products because of less than 1% or rarely side effects. The main motive to present this work is to formulate the herbal hand wash by using herbal (natural) raw material: neem, tulsi, aloe vera, rose extract, lemon juice. Dirty hands are the primary site for any viral microbial or bacterial infection. Therefore, it brings up the use of antiseptic as caring, nontoxic, safe and natural hand washing purpose
A Review on Extraction Techniques use in Herbal Plant
Authors: Mr. Siddharth Gajanan Wankhade  , Mr. Sumit Santosh Mule  , Mr. Vaibhav Parmeshwar Pahurkar  , Mr. Shyam Gajanan Rekhe  , Mr. Sumit Eknath Dhule  , Mr. Suraj B. Rathod
Published: December 2023

Medicinal shops are gaining important interest because of their use to treat and cure common as well as habitual diseases. The Study on medicinal shops started with birth procedures that play a critical part. A wide range of technologies with different styles of birth is available nowadays. These ways are conventional (traditional using from long agone) and ultramodern (developed more lately). The conventional birth. styles use detergents and bear long birth time whereas ultramodern birth styles have also been applied in natural products extraction. The ultramodern birth styles are complex, not fluently available and expensive whereas Conventional birth styles are simple, fluently available and low cost. A domestic operation of conventional birth is relatively familiar to everybody in diurnal life from the timber of coffee or tea at home. It's veritably pivotal to develop effective and picky conventional birth styles so that interpreters and experimenters inspire and ameliorate effectiveness. This review presents a detailed description of the colourfull Conventional birth styles for better understanding and summarises the eventuality, to help estimate the felicity and profitable feasibility of them. A comparison of the performance, advantage, disadvantage and uses of these styles is also presented