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First Look at the Venoms of Two Sinomicrurus Snakes: Differences in Yield, Proteomic Profiles, and Immunorecognition by Commercial Antivenoms
Authors: Li Xiang-Yu , Zhang Ya-Qi , Qian Xin-Ru , Zhao Hong-Yan , Lu Hong-Liang , Gao Jian-Fang
Published: January 2025

Chinese coral snakes (Sinomicrurus) are highly neglected regarding their venom profiles and harm to humans, which impedes our ability to deeply understand their biological properties and explore their medicinal potential. In this study, we performed a comparative analysis to reveal the venom profiles of two Chinese coral snakes in terms of their venom yields, proteomic profiles, and immunorecognition by commercial antivenoms. The results showed that Sinomicrurus kelloggi expels more venom (lyophilized venom mass) than Sinomicrurus maccelellandi but possesses a similar solid venom content. These interspecific differences in venom yield were influenced by the snout–vent length. The venoms of these two species varied in their electrophoretic profiles, as well as in the presence or absence and relative abundance of protein families. They exhibited a 3-FTx-predominant phenotype, where the S. maccelellandi venom was dominated by 3-FTx (32.43%), SVMP (23.63%), PLA2 (19.88%), and SVSP (12.61%), while the S. kelloggi venom was dominated by 3-FTx (65.81%), LAAO (11.35%), and AMP (10.09%). While both the commercial Naja atra and Bungarus multicinctus antivenoms could immunorecognize these two Chinese coral snake venoms, the N. atra antivenom possessed a higher neutralization capability than the B. multicinctus antivenom for both species of coral snakes. Our findings show significant interspecific variations in the venom profiles of these Sinomicrurus snakes for the first time. We suggest screening or preparing specific antivenoms with high efficiency for the clinical treatment of envenomation caused by these snakes.
Pulsar Astronomy
Authors: Wang Wei , Xu Renxin
Published: January 2025

Pulsars are a type of fast-rotating magnetized neutron star that emits beamed multi-wavelength electromagnetic radiation [...]
Feline Papillomatosis
Authors: Egberink Herman , Hartmann Katrin , Mueller Ralf , Pennisi Maria Grazia , Belák Sándor , Tasker Séverine , Möstl Karin , Addie Diane D. , Boucraut-Baralon Corine , Frymus Tadeusz , Hofmann-Lehmann Regina , Marsilio Fulvio , Thiry Etienne , Truyen Uwe , Hosie Margaret J.
Published: January 2025

Different types of feline papillomaviruses (PVs) are associated with a variety of skin lesions and neoplasia, such as papillomas and cell carcinomas, but the virus can also be found in healthy skin. In this review, the European Advisory Board on Cat Diseases (ABCD), a scientifically independent board of veterinary experts on feline infectious diseases from 11 European Countries, discusses the current knowledge of feline PV infections. Cats most likely become infected through lesions or abrasions of the skin. Most PV infections remain asymptomatic. Besides cat-specific PVs, DNA sequences most closely related to human and bovine PVs have been detected in feline skin lesions. Diagnosis is supported by the histological detection of PV-induced cell changes and intralesional detection of viral antigen (immunostaining) or viral DNA (in situ hybridization). Immunostaining of p16CDKN2A protein (p16) can be performed as a proxy marker for PV-induced neoplasms. There is no specific treatment for PV-induced skin lesions. Spontaneous regression commonly occurs. In the case of invasive squamous cell carcinoma (ISCC), complete excision should be considered, if possible.
Retrieval and Analysis of Sea Surface Salinity in Coastal Waters Using Satellite Data Based on IGWO–BPNN: A Case Study of Qinzhou Bay, Guangxi, China
Authors: Zhong Maoyuan , Yao Huanmei , Liu Yin , Qiao Junchao , Chen Meijun , Zhong Weiping
Published: January 2025

This study proposes a high-precision method for retrieving sea surface salinity (SSS) using GF-1 satellite imagery, focusing on Qinzhou Bay along the Guangxi coast. The analysis identified the spectral index B3×B4/(B1×B2) as having the strongest correlation with SSS (R = 0.929). To enhance the performance of the Back Propagation Neural Network (BPNN) model, optimization algorithms including Improved Grey Wolf Optimization (IGWO), Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO), and White Shark Optimization (WSO) were applied. Comparative results show that IGWO significantly optimized network weights and thresholds, yielding superior test performance metrics (MAE = 0.906 psu, MAPE = 4.124%, RMSE = 1.067 psu, and R2 = 0.953), demonstrating strong generalization ability. Validation using third-party data indicated accuracy reductions of 10.9% and 8.6% in Qinzhou Bay and Tieshan Port, respectively, highlighting the model’s robustness and broad applicability. SSS retrieval results for Qinzhou Bay in 2023 revealed significant spatial and seasonal variations: the Inner Bay exhibited lower salinity (average 14 psu) from April to September due to freshwater inflows, while salinity increased (average 22 psu) from November to February. The Outer Bay, influenced by its connection to the South China Sea, maintained consistently high salinity levels (25–30 psu) year-round. Additionally, different models showed varying levels of effectiveness in Qinzhou Bay’s complex salinity environment; the IGWO–BPNN model, with its dynamic weight adjustment mechanism, demonstrated superior adaptability in areas with high salinity variability, outperforming other models. These findings suggest that the IGWO–BPNN model provides high accuracy and stability, supporting real-time, precise monitoring in Qinzhou Bay and similar coastal waters, thereby offering robust support for water quality management and marine conservation.
Comparing the Efficiency of Particle Swarm and Harmony Search Algorithms in Optimizing the Muskingum–Cunge Model
Authors: Ahmadi Rahleh , Piri Jamshid , Galavi Hadi , Keikha Mahdi
Published: January 2025

Climate change-induced alterations in monsoon patterns have exacerbated flooding challenges in Balochistan, Iran. This study addresses the urgent need for improved flood prediction methodologies in data-scarce arid regions by integrating the Muskingum–Cunge model with advanced optimization techniques. Particle swarm optimization (PSO) and harmony search (HS) algorithms were applied and compared across eight major rivers in Balochistan, each with distinct hydrological characteristics. A comprehensive multi-metric evaluation framework was developed to assess the performance of these algorithms. The results demonstrate PSO’s superior performance, particularly in complex terrain conditions. For instance, at the Kajou station, PSO improved the Coefficient of Residual Mass (CRM) by 0.01, efficiency (EF) by 0.92, Agreement Index (d) by 0.98, and Normalized Root Mean Square Error (NRMSE) by 0.10 compared to HS. Correlation coefficients ranging from 0.6558 to 0.9645 validate the methodology’s effectiveness in data-scarce environments. This research provides valuable insights into algorithm performance under limited data conditions and offers region-specific parameter optimization guidelines for similar geographical contexts. By advancing flood routing science and providing a validated framework for optimization algorithm selection, this study contributes to improved flood management in regions vulnerable to climate change.
A Review of Environmental Perception Technology Based on Multi-Sensor Information Fusion in Autonomous Driving
Authors: Yang Boquan , Li Jixiong , Zeng Ting
Published: January 2025

Environmental perception is a key technology for autonomous driving, enabling vehicles to analyze and interpret their surroundings in real time to ensure safe navigation and decision-making. Multi-sensor information fusion, which integrates data from different sensors, has become an important approach to overcome the limitations of individual sensors. Each sensor has unique advantages. However, its own limitations, such as sensitivity to lighting, weather, and range, require fusion methods to provide a more comprehensive and accurate understanding of the environment. This paper describes multi-sensor information fusion techniques for autonomous driving environmental perception. Various fusion levels, including data-level, feature-level, and decision-level fusion, are explored, highlighting how these methods can improve the accuracy and reliability of perception tasks such as object detection, tracking, localization, and scene segmentation. In addition, this paper explores the critical role of sensor calibration, focusing on methods to align data in a unified reference frame to improve fusion results. Finally, this paper discusses recent advances, especially the application of machine learning in sensor fusion, and highlights the challenges and future research directions required to further enhance the environmental perception of autonomous systems. This study provides a comprehensive review of multi-sensor fusion technology and deeply analyzes the advantages and challenges of different fusion methods, providing a valuable reference and guidance for the field of autonomous driving.
Rural vs. Urban: How Urbanicity Shapes Electric Vehicle Charging Behavior in Rhode Island
Authors: Jonas Tim , Okele Oluwatosin , Macht Gretchen A.
Published: January 2025

A ubiquitous network of charging stations is vital to facilitate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and the achievement of a low-carbon transportation system. Currently, the availability of EV infrastructure differs significantly between communities as planning procedures are not necessarily equitable. Understanding the charging behavior of EV users is a crucial step toward creating an electric vehicle service equipment (EVSE) infrastructure that serves users efficiently, equitably, and sustainably. Presently, public charging station deployment efforts differ across communities, with little context surrounding urbanicity. This study analyzes data from 66 public Level 2 charging stations across Rhode Island. Motivated by the significant disparities in infrastructure availability between urban and rural areas, the research explores behavioral differences to inform infrastructure planning. Key findings reveal that urban stations are predominantly used during weekdays, with longer charging durations and higher energy consumption, whereas rural stations are primarily utilized on weekends and exhibit shorter, more efficient charging sessions. On average, dwell times at rural stations are approximately 50% shorter, while average energy demand is only 7% less. These results provide actionable insights for optimizing charging station deployment and utilization across diverse communities to support the growing demand for EVs.
A Hybrid Dynamic Path-Planning Method for Obstacle Avoidance in Unmanned Aerial Vehicle-Based Power Inspection
Authors: Huang Zheng , Jiang Chengling , Shen Chao , Liu Bin , Huang Tao , Zhang Minghui
Published: January 2025

Path planning for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) plays a critical role in power line inspection. In complex inspection environments characterized by densely distributed and dynamic obstacles, traditional path-planning algorithms struggle to ensure both efficiency and safety. To address these challenges, this study proposes a dynamic path-planning method that integrates an improved Rapidly exploring Random Tree Star (RRT*) algorithm with the Dynamic Window Approach (DWA). The proposed method includes key components such as sampling-point search, random tree growth, global path-node optimization, and local dynamic obstacle avoidance. In the sampling-point search, a target-biased search strategy is introduced to guide the random tree growth toward the target point, while an attractive function is added to enhance search efficiency. Based on a breadth-first search strategy, the path obtained is optimized to reduce path complexity. To address the RRT* algorithm’s limitation in dynamic obstacle avoidance, a local path-planning method combining the improved DWA algorithm is proposed, improving efficiency in areas with dense obstacles. Simulation results show that, compared to traditional algorithms, the proposed method achieves an 8% to 12% optimization in path length, more than 50% in node optimization, and over 95% in planning time optimization. Furthermore, in dynamic obstacle avoidance across different motion directions, the proposed method ensures effective local dynamic obstacle avoidance while minimizing global path fluctuations.
Liberal Studies and Servant Leadership: Inspiring Ignatian Values at the Margins
Authors: Rega Isabella , Honen-Delmar Mélodie
Published: January 2025

This paper aims to unpack how the concept of servant leadership is perceived from Liberal Studies graduates living at the margins of society. Anchoring this research in the work of Jesuit Worldwide Learning (JWL), a faith-based organization providing higher education to displaced and poor communities, this paper seeks to deconstruct the assumption present in the literature of an ‘already-in-power’ servant leader by focusing on servant leaders in vulnerable and marginalized places, where they would be most needed. This article synthesizes the voices of more than 100 graduates from the Diploma in Liberal Studies program and looks at how graduates define servant leadership from the unprivileged perspective and how these graduates could develop and apply this approach in their daily life. Through this analysis, certain values and skills emerge, which permits a contribution to mapping a servant leader’s attributes. This paper concludes on the effect of democratizing the definition of servant leadership with the aims of serving a wider population and having a stronger impact on communities.
Potential of Gastronomic Tourism Travel Patterns in Bandung Regency
Authors: Meilina Nabila , Turgarini Dewi , Pratami Putri Dias
Published: January 2025

Bandung Regency, located in West Java, has significant tourist potential, thanks to the beauty of the mountains and plantations that produce a variety of local commodities as well as traditional food and beverages. Although tourism in Bandung regency is quite developed, the Regional Government noted that there are some problems in the development of tourism, among them are low tourism contribution to the PDRB and the lack of superior tourist destinations in some areas. One of the tourist potential that can be used as an outstanding tourist in Bandung regency is a gastronomic tour. Turgarini (2018) stated that gastronomic tourism has the potential to generate additional income in the region by highlighting its typical food as a magnet for tourists. At present, however, the management of traditional food and gastronomic tourism patterns in the region are not well structured because the government is more focused on the development of natural and cultural tourism. The research is aimed at identifying potential attractions, mapping, as well as designing travel patterns and gastronomic tour packages in Bandung Regency. The method used is qualitative descriptive with data collection techniques such as interviews, observations, literature studies, and documentation, as well as determination of participants using snowball sampling techniques and purposive samplings. This research found various tourist attractions such as Kalua Jeruk, Rudjak Ciherang, and Borondong that can be developed into a gastronomic tour by producing two kinds of tourist packages in Bandung Regency. It is expected that the maps and gastronomic tour packages generated can help stakeholders in managing and developing these packages to attract local, national, and international tourists.
“A Foot in Both Worlds:” Overcoming barriers to systemization between secular and sectarian organizations in homelessness services
Authors: Frank Jennifer
Published: January 2025

In 1987 the federal government began to fund homelessness services. Later, it mandated their systemization based on “best practices.” Divergence jeopardized federal support. In the rural county discussed here, this initiative encountered resistance to its narrow definition of eligible clients, certain best practices, and the terms of acceptable systemization. Dissenters preferred broader eligibility and were committed to a long-term transitional housing model that required clients to participate in services that helped them become “housing ready.” Most were evangelical Protestant agencies that emphasized the power of Christian “transformation” that transitional housing was well-suited to support. This ran counter to the federal best practice of “rapid rehousing,” which made services optional and dispensed with transitional housing. This paper analyzes how local system builders, committed to inclusion and communitarian governance, consistently improvised cooperation to accommodate both federal rules and dissenting practices.
Got Space?
Authors: Peter Szto Peter
Published: January 2025

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Building on the Practice Wisdom of Alan Keith-Lucas
Authors: Gregory Leslie , Bauer Sandra
Published: January 2025

Many of the ideas and principles from the original text, So You Want to Be a Social Worker by Alan Keith-Lucas, have stood the test of time and enriched the social work practice and faith of students and practitioners. The authors, who revised the text, share their own grappling with what concepts and skills are particularly important to a social worker who is a Christian and encounters pain and suffering as well as hope and resilience in their practice. The concept of practice wisdom, from a Christian perspective is incorporated throughout.
Lost and Found: Young Fathers in the Age of Unwed Parenthood
Authors: Talbot Elizabeth
Published: January 2025

This is a book review so there is no abstract.
A importância do fenótipo gengival em regiões estéticas na implantodontia
Authors: Mauro Nathaly Dascalakis , Carvalho Bruno Machado de , Araujo Jimmy de Oliveira , Maia Lorenzo Benetti , Paes Marcel , Borges Vanessa Cordeiro Silva
Published: January 2025

O fenótipo gengival desempenha papel crucial na estética e funcionalidade dos implantes dentários, especialmente em regiões visíveis do sorriso. Essa característica anatômica influencia diretamente o planejamento e o sucesso de reabilitações na implantodontia, garantindo uma integração harmoniosa entre os componentes biológicos e protéticos. O estudo tem como objetivo geral analisar a relevância do fenótipo gengival no planejamento de implantes em regiões estéticas. Especificamente, busca-se identificar os fatores determinantes do fenótipo gengival, avaliar sua influência na estética e na saúde peri-implantar, além de propor diretrizes para a escolha de técnicas e materiais em função dessa variável. O problema de pesquisa investiga: de que forma o fenótipo gengival impacta o sucesso estético e funcional dos implantes em áreas visíveis? A metodologia adotada consiste em uma revisão bibliográfica de literatura relevante e atualizada sobre o tema. Conclui-se que a consideração do fenótipo gengival no planejamento e execução de implantes em áreas estéticas aumenta significativamente a previsibilidade dos resultados, favorecendo a saúde periodontal e a estética do sorriso. A correta análise e abordagem do fenótipo gengival mostram-se essenciais para alcançar excelência na implantodontia.
A automedicação e o risco do efeito “Triple Whammy” em idosos: um estudo epidemiológico em uma policlínica do Rio de Janeiro
Authors: Mohamed Amanda Cardoso , Vasques Luciane Barreiro Lopez , Lanor Ana Beatriz Telles da Silva , Marques Bruna Leite , Silva Claudia Rodrigues Canavarro da , Torres Andrea Ramos de Souza
Published: January 2025

O termo "triple whammy" refere-se aos efeitos associados ao uso simultâneo de inibidores do sistema renina-angiotensina-aldosterona, diuréticos e anti-inflamatórios não esteroidais (AINEs), que aumenta significativamente o risco de lesão renal aguda. Os idosos são particularmente vulneráveis devido ao frequente uso de múltiplos medicamentos, à diminuição da capacidade cognitiva e à percepção inadequada da própria saúde, fatores exacerbados pelo marketing da indústria farmacêutica e por influências culturais e sociais. Este projeto objetivou investigar a prevalência do uso concomitante de AINEs e anti-hipertensivos em idosos atendidos em uma policlínica na zona oeste do Rio de Janeiro, a partir da realização de entrevistas e avaliações do estado mental dos participantes. Observou-se que em uma amostra de 104 pacientes, com idade média de 70 anos, metade dos entrevistados (50,9%) utilizavam medicamentos não prescritos por médicos, evidenciando uma alta taxa de automedicação. A combinação de AINEs, diuréticos e inibidores da enzima conversora de angiotensina/bloqueadores de receptores de angiotensina foi encontrada em 18,2% dos casos, o que é um dado a ser considerado, uma vez que a maioria dos participantes admitiu o uso indiscriminado dos AINEs. As discrepâncias entre o uso de medicamentos prescritos e não prescritos destacaram a necessidade de uma abordagem mais integrada para a gestão da saúde dos idosos, visando garantir tratamentos seguros e eficazes. Assim, o estudo ressalta a necessidade de maior orientação e monitoramento para prevenir complicações relacionadas à polifarmácia e automedicação, especialmente a lesão renal aguda.
Postpartum depression and social support in puerperal women at a referral hospital in Recife: a cross-sectional study
Authors: Selva Matheus Nascimento , Lucêna Maria Juliana Lopes de , Santos Camila Pereira Torres , Veras Stefanny Vasconcellos , Moreira Maria Clara Santiago , Ferreira Alberto Gorayeb de Carvalho
Published: January 2025

Research aim: to correlate the development of postpartum depression (PPD) symptoms with the level and type of social support received by the woman during pregnancy. Methods: This is a cross-sectional, quantitative study, in which 101 puerperal women who received childbirth assistance between December 2021 and January 2023 were interviewed at the Women's Assistance Center of the Instituto de Medicina Integral Prof. Figueira (IMIP), Pernambuco, Brazil. Instruments were applied to assess the presence of depressive symptoms after childbirth (Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale - EPDS), the level of social support received during pregnancy (Satisfaction with Social Support Scale - SSSS), sociodemographic and economic and obstetric data referring to the postpartum women interviewed. Results: the prevalence of PPD symptoms is consistent in 23.8% of postpartum women, in addition to medium and low social support during pregnancy in 37.6% of interviewees. There was a statistically significant association between the two variables (p = 0.004). Conclusion: the relationship between the development of PPD symptoms and the presence of low or medium social support received by the postpartum woman during pregnancy is evident. Furthermore, unplanned pregnancy and health problems prior to pregnancy are also correlated with the occurrence of PPD.
Evaluación del valor nutrimental de pasta de higuerilla (Ricinus communis L.) producida en México en la alimentación de pollos de engorda
Authors: Angeles María de Lourdes , Rosales Sergio Gómez , Ocampo Rafael Jiménez
Published: January 2025

El objetivo del estudio fue determinar la retención de nutrientes, contenido de energía metabolizable aparente corregida a retención cero de nitrógeno (EMAn) y la digestibilidad ileal aparente (DIA) de los aminoácidos (AA) en pollos de engorda alimentados con dietas que incluyeron niveles crecientes de pasta de higuerilla (PAH) detoxificada con un tratamiento térmico. La detoxificación de PAH se hizo calentando durante 15 min en autoclave a 121 oC, a 1 atm de presión y 30% de humedad relativa. Se usaron 60 pollos machos Ross B308 de 35 a 49 días de edad, alojados en jaulas individuales equipadas con charola para colección de excretas. Se tuvieron cuatro niveles crecientes de PAH (0, 10, 20 y 30%) usando el método de sustitución. Se colectó las excretas durante tres días consecutivos en intervalos de 24 h. Al final, se sacrificaron los pollos y se colectó el contenido ileal. Las excretas y el contenido ileal de tres pollos se mezclaron por repetición. Se calculó el balance de materia seca (MS), cenizas, nitrógeno (N) y energía, se estimó la EMAn y se analizó la DIA de AA. Los resultados fueron sometidos a ANOVA y análisis de regresión lineal. La retención de MS, N y energía y la EMAn mostraron respuestas de tipo cuadrático (P < 0.05) conforme se incrementó la concentración de PAH en el alimento. En la PAH la DIA de PC, Lys, Thr, Arg e His disminuyó linealmente (P < 0.01) y de Ile, Val, Leu, Phe y Tyr mostró un patrón cuadrático (P < 0.01) conforme se incrementó el nivel de PAH. En conclusión, la EMAn de la PAH fue de 1767 kcal/kg de alimento y la DIA de AA esenciales disminuyó en la PAH conforme se incrementó el nivel de inclusión en el alimento.
First record of predation by barn owls (Tyto furcata – Temmink, 1827) released after rehabilitation
Authors: Moreira Sandro Gonçalves
Published: January 2025

In Brazil, confiscated wildlife is often directed to various destinations. When release is deemed appropriate, animals are sent to Rehabilitation Centers to regain the skills necessary for survival in the wild. Environmental enrichment plays a vital role in this process and in maintaining the animals’ well-being. This study aimed to investigate barn owls’ (Tyto furcata) acceptance of different types of environmental enrichment and to monitor them post-release. Four individuals were housed in a rehabilitation enclosure of the ASAS Project (IEF-MG), located in the rural area of Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, from September 2022 to January 2023. Five environmental enrichment tools were provided, and the animals’ interactions with these tools and with each other were monitored using four cameras. Initially, the owls were fed beef and dead rats; later, they were offered live chicks and rodents, and in the final week, only chicken necks. Interactions with all tools were observed. However, one individual did not use the “Nest Box” due to antagonistic interactions with others, leading to its death, with evidence of partial cannibalism. The enclosure was opened in January 2023 for soft release. Post-release, one owl continued to use the “Water reservoir,” and two utilized the “Nest Box” for up to seven weeks. Eleven regurgitated pellets collected during this period contained remains of rodents, insects, and a bird. The rehabilitation process was successful, as the released owls demonstrated the ability to utilize natural food resources in the environment.
Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Melalui Penghijauan Lingkungan Di Desa Wilamaci, Kecamatan Monta, Kabupaten Bima
Authors: Syafruddin Syafruddin , Waliyudin  , Novita Komalasari  , Sahida  , Siti Intan Sari
Published: January 2025

Kegiatan penghijauan merupakan langkah krusial yang perlu dilaksanakan dengan pendekatan konseptual untuk mengatasi permasalahan lingkungan. Program penghijauan yang dilaksanakan oleh Posko 14 Desa Wilamaci Kuliah Kerja Nyata Tematik ke-3 Tahun 2024 Universitas Muhammadiyah Bima meliputi penghijauan desa, yang berupa penanaman pohon seperti kelengken, nangka, alpukat, mangga dan pohon kayu putih. Tahap-tahap kegiatan meliputi identifikasi dan analisis kebutuhan, survei lapangan, konsulltasi dengan warga, perencanaan teknis, menyiapkan tanaman, survei tempat, dan pelaksanaan penghijauan. Lokasi penanaman meliputi halaman masjid, lingkungan Sekolah Dasar, lingkungan Sekolah Menengah Pertama, dan lingkungan rumah warga. Output yang diharapkan adalah meningkatan kualitas lingkungan, yang meliputi perbaikan kualitas udara dan air, menghindarkan bencana banjir, serta pemulihan ekosistem yang rusak.
Still trade-off or already synergy between waste management and the environment? In the light of experience at the level of the voivodeship in Poland
Authors: Popławski Łukasz , Grzelak Aleksander , Dziekański Paweł
Published: January 2025

The paper aims to identify the influence of waste management on the natural environment, taking into account spatial differentiation voivodeships in Poland. The article presents the results using a synthetic measure analysis. The research results refer to the mean for the years 2009-2011 and 2019-2021. The relationships between waste management and the environment in light of the presented research results are not yet synergistic or trade-off. No statistically significant regularities were found in this respect. Spillover effects for waste management between voivodeships from the perspective of Moran's spatial statistics were not observed either. In the case of the state of the environment, an increasing concentration of voivodeships with similar values of the synthetic coefficient on the state of the environment was noted. Low levels of waste management have a negative impact on the environment, so it is important to improve waste management towards a circular, closed economy model.
The Effect of Leadership Style and Human Resource Quality on Work Performance: Motivation As A Mediation Variable
Authors: Ridwan Muhammad , Mulyani Sitti Rizki , Putra Rio Andhika , Brama Kumbara Vicky
Published: January 2025

This study examines the influence of leadership style and human resources on work performance and employee motivation as a mediation variable at PT. Teluk Luas Padang. Primary data was obtained by administering questionnaires directly to respondents who are PT Teluk Luas Padang employees. Data analysis in this study used validity, reliability, classical assumption test (data normality test, multicollinearity test, and heteroscedasticity test), multiple linear regression analysis, Path Analysis, determinant coefficient (R2), partial regression coefficient (t-test), the regression coefficients together (F-test), while the overall data analysis uses SPSS statistic 16 software. The results of this study conclude that (1) leadership style significantly affects work performance. (2) human resources have a significant effect on work performance. (3) work motivation has no significant effect on work performance. (4) leadership style has no significant effect on work performance through work motivation. (5) human resources significantly affect work performance through work motivation. (6) leadership style and human resources simultaneously significantly affect work performance. (7) leadership style and human resources simultaneously significantly affect work performance through work motivation.
Teori Kebijakan Fiskal Islam
Authors: Ilham Satria , Saripudin Udin
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini mengkaji tentang bagaimana penerapan teori kebijakan fiskal dalam ekonomi islam pada masa Rosullah SAW, masa Sahabat Nabi hingga saat ini, dan bagaimana kebijkan fiskal diterapkan di Indonesia. Kebijakan fiskal adalah kebijakan yang mengatur atau mengelola pendapatan serta pengeluaran negara yang bertujuan untuk menjaga stabilitas serta mendorong perkembangan ekonomi. Pendapatan serta pengeluaran pemerintah merupakan salah satu dari intrumen kebijakan fiskal. Namun secara literatur kebijakan fiskal modern nyatanya tidak ada satupun membahas terkait permasalahan etika, terkecuali pada teori distribusi. Hal itupun hanya sebatas teori distribusi. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan studi liberary. Hasil dari pembahasan ini menunjukan bahwa kebijakan fiskal dalam Islam sejak zaman nabi SAW hingga saat ini selalu menggunakan sistem anggaran berimbang (balanced budget) yang pengelolaan nya melalui baitul mal. Instrument yang dikembangakan dalam kebijakan fiskal Islam antara lain zakat, infaq, shadaqah, wakaf, ghanimah, fa’i, kharaj, jizyah, u’shur, dan khumus.This research examines how fiscal policy theory is applied in Islamic economics during the time of Rosullah SAW, the time of the Companions of the Prophet until now, and how fiscal policy is implemented in Indonesia. Fiscal policy is a policy that regulates or manages state revenues and expenditures with the goal of promoting economic development and maintaining stability. Government revenues and expenditures are one of the fiscal policy instruments. However, with the exception of distribution theory, none of the modern fiscal policy literature discusses ethical issues. Even so, it is only applicable to distribution theory. A library study is used in this research method. The outcomes of this discussion show that fiscal policy in Islam has always used a balanced budget system (a balanced budget) that is managed through Baitul Mal since the time of the Prophet SAW until now. Zakat, infaq, shadaqah, waqf, ghanimah, fa’i, kharaj, jizyah, u’shur, and khumus are examples of Islamic fiscal policy instruments
Effectiveness Of Static Exercise Therapy And Friction Massage In Increasing Joint Range Of Motion And Reducing Pain And Reducing Pain
Authors: Setiawan Arif , Aziz Zainul , Priyanto Priyanto
Published: January 2025

Joint disorders are one of the most common health problems in the community, whether due to injury, degenerative disease or excessive physical activity. These conditions often lead to reduced range of motion and increased joint pain, which can have a negative impact on quality of life. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of static exercise and effriction massage therapy in improving joint mobility and reducing pain in patients with joint disorders. The research used a pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest-posttest model. The sample consisted of 30 adults with lower back pain selected by purposive sampling. Participants received two interventions effraction massage focused on the lumbar region of the back and static exercises. The massage was administered by a therapist for 15 minutes and focused on the lumbar region. Pain levels and functional movement were measured before and after the interventions using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI). Data were analysed using paired t-tests. The results of this research data show that there is effectiveness of static exercise and mass effriction on the recovery of back pain perception in athletes with a t-count value of 15.07, an average of 6.58 and 95% confidence interval level with the lowest value of 3.95 and the highest value of 7.33. There are significant results of static flexibility training to increase the flexibility of the back in athletes with a t-count value of 5.68, an average of 2.49 and 95% confidence interval level with the lowest value of 1.64 and the highest value of 3.47.The conclusion of the study showed that massage effriction and flexibility training can provide changes in the perception of pain and flexibility of the back in athletes.
The contribution of students' psychological conditions in achieving basketball learning outcomes
Authors: Prabowo Yudho Firdaus Hendry , Aryani Mela
Published: January 2025

A person's ability to perform motor movement tasks based on his awareness and psychological state is always interesting to discuss. This also applies to basketball sports activities in the school environment both within the scope of physical education and extracurricular activities. This research aims to accurately determine the relationship between cognitive anxiety, somatic anxiety, and self-confidence with the results of the free throw shot in basketball. The population of this study was basketball student-athletes totaling 42 people, 24 men and 20 women (± 17 years old), and this research study was conducted after school time ended. The instrument used in this research was the form of questionnaire to measure the level of anxiety with the Competitive State Anxiety Inventory-2 (CSAI-2) questionnaire created by Martens, Vealey, and Burton (1990) which consists of 27 questions including Cognitive State Anxiety, Somatic State Anxiety, and Self-Confidence. The research data results were then processed using descriptive and inferential correlational statistical techniques. The research results show that the cognitive anxiety and free throw, and the somatic anxiety and free throw both correlation test results have an insignificant value with the correlation data obtained as of p .471 and p .661. The results of the correlation test between self-confidence and free throw have an insignificant value with correlation data results p .642, all the correlation tests are within the significance level of ?.05.This study shows that there is a relationship between cognitive anxiety, somatic anxiety, and self-confidence regarding the results of free throw shooting in basketball, but there is no significant relationship between cognitive anxiety, somatic anxiety, and self-confidence towards the results of free throw shot.
EVALUASI ANGKUTAN BERBASIS JALAN BERDASARKAN PELAYANAN MINIMUM MENTERI PERHUBUNGAN NO. 10 TAHUN 2012 (STUDI KASUS PT PUTRA SIMALUNGUN ATAS TRAYEK BENGKULU-MEDAN)
Authors: Jaya Yuda Prastian
Published: January 2025

Perusahaan bus PT Putra Simalungun Atas (Putra Simas) yang berlokasi di Jalan Merapi Raya Kebun Tebeng. Pengoperasian yang dimulai pada Bengkulu– Pekanbaru– Medan melalui jalur Tengah, dan Bengkulu – Medan via Muko-Muko kemudian dilanjutkan dengan jalur Toba Pematang Siantar dengan jalan yang dilalui Medan kendaraan yang dinaiki yaitu mobil microbus. Untuk biaya yang dikeluarkan cenderung lebih murah. Hal tersebut menjadikan masyarakat kebanyakan menggunakan kendaraan ini. Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) sesuai dengan penilaian yang dilakukan bahwa yang merasa puas dihasilkan sebesar 83% hasil diperoleh dengan cara 81% – 100% dan kendaraan besar masih tidak lengkap fasilitas yang diberikan. Seperti fasilitas yang memberikan penumpang rasa aman, selamat yang disediakan oleh bagian keamanan. Penumpang yang merasa puas terhadap apa yang diberikan mengenai kendaraan yang digunakan agar merasa puas. Untuk kendaraan ini masih kurang lengkap fasilitas yang disediakan sehingga bisa memberikan dampak pada rasa nyaman dan selamat bagi penumpang yang mengendarai transportasi ini.
OPTIMASI BIAYA UPAH TENAGA KERJA PEMBESIAN DENGAN METODE SIMPLEKS PADA PEKERJAAN BETON BERTULANG STRUKTUR ATAS
Authors: Nurasiyah Siti , Nurdiyansyah Irsan , Sekaryadi Yudi , Natawidjana Rochany
Published: January 2025

Kebutuhan tenaga kerja yang terampil, serta memiliki produktivitas yang tinggi sangat diperlukan saat proyek dilaksanakan. Hal ini akan mempengaruhi berjalannya proyek tersebut sehingga perlu analisis sebelum proyek konstruksi dimulai, agar mendapatkan jumlah tenaga kerja yang efisien diperlukan alokasi jumlah tenaga kerja agar tidak meningkatnya biaya yang dikeluarkan. Metode simpleks merupakan salah satu model umum dalam teknik pemrograman linier yang dapat digunakan untuk pemecahan masalah dalam mengalokasikan sumber-sumber daya yang terbatas secara optimal untuk mencapai   hasil yang optimal. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mengetahui biaya upah pekerjaan pembesian berdasarkan Analisa Harga Satuan Pekerjaan (AHSP) di lapangan dan biaya upah optimum menggunakan metoda simpleks serta mengetahui besar perbedaan biaya upah berdasarkan AHSP dan analisa modern. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada proyek pembangunan Gedung FPTK COE PPPG (CWP-01). Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Penelitian ini menggunakan program LiPS untuk perhitungan metode simpleks. Dari hasil penelitian ini,  besar biaya upah pekerjaan pembesian berdasakan AHSP adalah sebesar Rp1.059.919.927. Optimasi biaya upah pekerjaan pembesian dengan metode simpleks menghasilkan selisih biaya RAB upah pekerjaan pembesian adalah sebesar Rp75.250.000 (6%). Dalam Analisa modern perbedaan diameter, dimensi, dan kerumitan pembesian diakomodir dengan produktivitas yang berbeda-beda, sehingga dilakukan analisa dengan hasil koefisien terendah yaitu Rp447.609.278 dan koefisien tertinggi Rp777.551.352. Optimasi biaya upah dengan metode simpleks  menggunakan analisa modern didapatkan hasil sebesar Rp27.860.000 (4%) untuk koefisien terendah dan Rp64.050.000 (6%) untuk koefisien tertinggi.Kata Kunci:AHSP, Optimal, Analisa Modern, Metode Simpleks
Investigating Numeracy Skills: How Students Handle Data Representation Challenges
Authors: Puspitasari Septi , Anwar Lathiful , Sa'dijah Cholis
Published: January 2025

Adequate numeracy skills are essential, yet many students still face difficulties in solving numeracy problems. Previous studies have indicated that one of the challenges encountered by students relates to the representation of data or information in the problems to be solved. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to explore how students with various levels of numeracy skills address these obstacles in problem solving. The method used is descriptive with a qualitative approach, and data collection techniques include triangulation of test results and interviews. The research subjects are 30 eighth- grade students at one of the public junior high schools in Malang Regency. The results obtained show that students at a proficient level can represent data using mathematical expressions (creating patterns), capable students can represent data with words or written text, whereas students at the basic level still struggle with representing data due to difficulties in connecting available information, though they can read the charts presented. Students requiring special intervention are still unable to represent data from the graphs presented, and they also have difficulties in reading and finding information from graphs. Some students still struggle with writing mathematical arguments and reading information, and are not accustomed to contextual problems. Thus, it is advisable for teachers to familiarize students by providing numeracy problems, both PISA or AKM types
Ethnomathematical Exploration of Garutan Batik Motifs
Authors: Sumartini Tina Sri , Rahmawati Restu
Published: January 2025

Ethnomathematics provides benefits in linking mathematics with culture so that it can develop students' understanding of concepts. One culture that can be used is batik which has certain patterns and is philosophically related to mathematical concepts. The aim of this research is to explore mathematical concepts in Garutan batik and determine the value of mathematical philosophy in Garutan batik motifs. The research method used is qualitative with an ethnographic approach. The subjects of this research were batik craftsmen, batik managers of the Batik Garutan RM industry and mathematics teachers. The data collection techniques used were observation, interviews and documentation. The data analysis techniques used are data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of this research are that in Garutan Batik there are mathematical concepts, namely geometric transformations in the form of translation, reflection and rotation. The merak ngibing batik motif is related to the concepts of translation and reflection. The bulu ayam batik motif is related to the concept of translation. The lereng kangkung batik motif is related to the concept of rotation and translation. The cupat manggu batik motif is related to the concepts of reflection, rotation and translation. The batik lereng batik motif is related to the concept of rotation and translation.
Analysis of external ear morphometry in university students
Authors: Celik Nihal Gurlek
Published: January 2025

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Amaç: Auricula’nın sağ ve sol morfometrik ölçümlerini
cinsiyete ve tarafa göre karşılaştırarak kendi toplumumuza
ait veriler elde etmeyi amaçlamaktayız.
Materyal ve Metodlar: Çalışmamız Amasya Üniversitesi
Sağlık Hizmetleri Meslek Yüksekokulu’nda öğrenim gören
18-26 yaş arası 60 sağlıklı bireyin (30 kadın, 30 erkek)
gönüllü katılımı ile gerçekleşmiştir. Dış kulak ile ilgili
herhangi bir anomalisi olmayan, cerrahi ya da travma
geçirmemiş bireylerin kulak ölçümleri digital karbon fiber
kaliper kullanılarak yapıldı. Ölçüm sonuçları mm cinsinden
belirtildi.
Bulgular: Erkeklerin sağ FAU, FAG, MAU ölçüm sonuçları ile
sol FAU ve FAG ölçüm sonuçları kadınlara göre istatistiksel
olarak yüksekti. Diğer parametreler kadın ve erkeklerde
istatistiksel olarak farklı değildi. Tüm grupta, erkeklerde ve
kadınlarda değişkenlerin sağ ve sol taraf değerleri
istatistiksel olarak farklı değildi.
Sonuç: Auricula’nın boyutlarının bilinmesi cerrahi
işlemelerde, cinsiyet ve kimlik tayininde önemli olacağı
kanaatindeyiz.
Anahtar kelimeler: Auricula, cinsiyet, morfometri
The efficacy of topical vitamin A in allergic conjunctivitis - case control research
Authors: Erdogan Hakika , Akingöl Ziya , Tas Kardelen
Published: January 2025

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Amaç: Bu çalışmanın amacı semptomatik alerjik
konjonktivit ve kuru göz hastalarının konforu üzerine
topikal A vitamini merheminin (retinol palmitat, 250 IU/g)
etkinliğini değerlendirmektir.
Materyal ve Metodlar: Bu çalışmaya mevsimsel ve
perennial alerjik konjonktivitli 93 hasta dahil edildi. 47
hastaya topikal A vitamini merhemi ve klasik oküler alerji
tedavisi, 46 hastaya ise sadece klasik oküler alerji tedavisi
(kontrol grubu) reçete edildi. Hastaların oküler alerji ve
kuru göz belirtileri ve semptomları her grupta tedavi öncesi
ve sonrası karşılaştırıldı.
Bulgular: Topikal A vitamini tedavisi ve kontrol grupları,
oküler yüzey hastalığı indeksi (OSDI) skorları ve parçalanma
zamanı (BUT) değerleri açısından oküler muayenede
anlamlı iyileşmeye yol açtı, ancak sonuçlar A vitamini
grubunda karşılaştırmalı olarak daha iyiydi. Kornea yüzey
durumu için Oxford şemasının sonuçlarını gözlemledik ve
oküler alerjinin ana semptomları ve diğer bulguları, gruplar
arasında anlamlı bir fark olmaksızın, tedaviden sonra her iki
grupta da düzeldi.
Sonuç: Bulgularımız, topikal A vitamini ile yapılan ek
tedavinin kuru göz semptomlarının eşlik ettiği alerjik
konjonktivit için etkili olduğunu göstermektedir
Anahtar kelimeler: Allerjik konjonktivit, topikal A vitamini,
Kuru göz, OSDI, BUT, Oxford
Erişkin çağı pnömokok aşılamalarının COVID-19 klinik seyri ile ilişkisi
Authors: Sur Ünal Ülkü
Published: January 2025

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Karaçepiş ve arkadaşlarının COVID-19 pandemisinin erişkin aşılamalar üzerindeki etkilerini ele alan makalesini ilgiyle okudum. Makalede COVID-19 pandemisi dönemindeki erişkin çağı pnömokok aşılamasındaki artışın halka yayılan bilgilere dayandığı belirtilmiştir. Bunun yanında pnömokok aşılamalarının COVID-19 klinik seyri üzerine etkilerini araştıran birçok çalışma bulunmaktadır. Bazı çalışmalar pnömokok aşısının SARS-CoV-2 enfeksiyonuna karşı orta düzeyde koruma sağladığını belirtirken, özellikle erken dönemde yapılan çalışmalar herhangi bir etkisinin olmadığını ifade etmişlerdir. Daha güncel ve kapsamlı araştırmaların bu konuda net bir anlayış sunacağına inanıyorum.

Anahtar kelimeler: Pnömokok aşıları, COVID-19, İletişim
Analysis of the Determinants of Occupational Choice in the Palestinian Labor Market (2015-2021)
Authors: Eid Lama Khayri , Daoud Yousef Suleiman
Published: January 2025

Objectives: To identify and analyze the factors influencing the occupational choice of labor in Palestine and to understand the presence of Palestinian individuals within different occupational classifications amid social, economic, and political conditions that distinguish Palestine from other countries in the world.
Method: A multi-faceted logistic regression model was used, employing quarterly labor force surveys for the years 2015-2021 published by the Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics. The focus was on education in two cases: the first being the number of years of education, where the impact is linear, and the second considering the educational level, where the impact varies.
Results: The results indicated that the second model is more appropriate, and that education consistently increases the likelihood of individuals choosing higher professions (associated with higher salaries), meaning the effect is non-linear. It is also evident that workers in Israel and the settlements typically work in agriculture and construction, and they are not chosen for any of the higher professions in the Israeli labor market.
Conclusion: Since refugees and women are less likely to access higher professions, and since this study is not experimental, it is difficult to claim causality between discrimination and occupational choice. However, it can be said that there is a negative correlation. Additionally, education is considered a crucial factor in increasing the likelihood of choosing the category of legislators and professionals in higher occupations, albeit to a greater extent for men.