bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
COMPLICATIONS OF PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH WITH PATHOLOGY OF THE ORGANS OF VISION
Authors: V.V. Krayushkina , P.N. Ibrokhimova , L.A. Kazarian , E.N. Kouhi
Published: May 2024

Pathology of the visual organs, according to statistics, is an indication for surgical delivery in 20-45%. The main purpose of this review is to analyze the scientific literature on the topic and to study the possibility of early diagnosis of retinal dissection in pregnant women. A pregnant woman with eye diseases needs careful dynamic monitoring, in particular, by an obstetrician-gynecologist and an ophthalmologist, as well as an individual approach to decide on the choice of a method of delivery. When planning pregnancy at the stage of pre-gravidar preparation, patients with visual impairments are recommended to undergo an extended ophthalmological examination. Modern pharmacological and instrumental capabilities of medicine make it possible to effectively and without harm to the mother and fetus treat pathological changes in vision when they are perfectly detected. The most dangerous complication associated with the eyes is rheumatogenic retinal detachment, which can lead to disability. With careful dynamic monitoring by an ophthalmologist, pregnant women with severe gestosis and concomitant diabetes mellitus can avoid complications. Modern medical capabilities make it possible to effectively and safely treat ocular pathologies in pregnant women. In the process of working on the article, the following methodology was used: selection of literary sources using modern information databases, analysis of the information received, systematization of materials and presentation of conclusions. An electronic search was conducted using publications identified in the following databases: eLibrary.RU, Google Scholar, PubMed.
MEDIUM-TERM EFFECTS OF ENHANCED EXTERNAL COUNTERPULSATION ON OF GLYCEMIC CONTROL MARKERS IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC
Authors: A.S. Lishuta , O.A. Slepova , N.A. Nikolaeva , Yu.N. Belenkov
Published: May 2024

Aim. To study the effects of complex therapy with the addition of enhanced external counterpulsation (EECP) on exercise tolerance, echocardiographic parameters, markers of glycemic control and clinical outcomes in patients with ischemic chronic heart failure (CHF) with concomitant type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM).
Material and methods. Patients with ischemic CHF II-III functional class with type 2 DM were randomized into group 1 (n=20) – optimal medical therapy (OMT) and EECP (35 hours, 2 courses per year), group 2 (n=21) – OMT and EECP (35 hours, 1 course per year), control group (n=20) – OMT and placebo-counterpulsation (35 hours, 1 course per year). The primary endpoint was achieving an HbA1c level of ≤7%. Secondary endpoints included the development of a combined endpoint (CEP: cases of adverse outcomes, hospitalizations for CHF, new onsets of atrial fibrillation, decreased renal function), as well as an increase after 12 months in the distance covered in 6-minue walk test (6MWT) by 20% or more from the baseline.
Results. After 12 months, the proportion of patients achieving an HbA1c level of ≤7% in group 1 increased by 30%, in group 2 – by 14.3%, and remained the same in the control group (p=0.005). The proportion of patients with an increase in distance traveled according to 6MWT data >20% after 12 months in the 1st, 2nd and control groups was 100%, 76.2% and 15.0%, respectively (p<0.001). The development of CEP was observed in 3 (15.0%) patients of the 1st group, 7 (33.3%) – of the 2nd group and 12 (60.0%) – of the control group (including 1 case of death), p =0.003.
Conclusion. Over a 12-month study period in patients with ischemic heart failure and type 2 diabetes, the addition of EECP to OMT after 12 months demonstrated an improvement in the clinical status of patients, which was accompanied by a decrease in levels of markers of glycemic control and the incidence of adverse outcomes compared with the placebo counterpulsation group.
A Systematic Review of Research on Gender Diversity in STEM Education
Authors: Thu Huong Le Thi , Hong Chuyen Nguyen Thi , Huy Vinh Nguyen , Thi Binh Le
Published: May 2024

Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education research has increased worldwide in recent years. Recognition of STEM education's importance in producing highly skilled scientists and technologists and its economic benefits to society are driving this increase. However, STEM labor force gender representation is a persistent issue. A meta-analysis using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) protocol and a thorough literature search assessed STEM gender diversity. A total of 42 STEM education gender diversity research papers were reviewed using PRISMA. These Scopus papers provide a database from 2013 to 2023. The study used text analysis and synthesis to evaluate and highlight the countries, extract key phrases, identify research issues of interest to scholars, and suggest future research directions. The research findings indicate that current publications primarily focus on developing STEM education programs to attract and provide more opportunities for women. Additionally, other research areas of interest include proposing solutions to enhance gender equality in STEM education, women's awareness, and skills in the STEM field. Furthermore, research gaps have been identified in course design, learning material development for STEM education, and establishing a direction for implementing STEM education starting from early elementary school, with the optimal period being before grade 3. These findings can help academics explore STEM research ideas in new situations. However, the investigation was limited by using only a Scopus catalog database; disregarding alternative sources may have led to material being omitted.
Impact of Islamic-Based Services Provided by Lecturers and Staff on Students' Perceptions of Religiosity
Authors: Astuti Mardiah , Ismail Fajri , Triana Yunika , Rifai Andi Arif
Published: May 2024

This paper aims to determine the relationship between Islamic values of lecturers and academic staff towards student perceptions on religiosity. This paper established a regression equation model between the two and explained the importance of the Islamic values of lecturers and academic staff to improve student religious behavior and attitude. This study used a quantitative survey method in the form of a relationship survey. The total population was 3,194 students at one of the largest State Islamic Universities in Indonesia. The research sample was taken randomly. A sample of 750 respondents was obtained from four study programs. The instrument used was a questionnaire consisting of 24 statements using a Likert scale. The results of the study showed that the Islamic-based and the dimensional aspect (Islamic values) of lecturers and academic staff services, had a significant effects on student perceptions. The conclusion drawn was that the dimensions of the Islamic values of lecturers and academic staff had a significant effect on positive perception aspects. The implication of practice or policy is that policy makers are required to improve Islamic-based academic and non-academic services in order to change the character and increase the positive perspective of students.
Education for Sustainable Development: Mapping Socio-legal and Eco-cultural Sustainability Topics in English Learning
Authors: Jayantini I Gusti Agung Sri Rwa , Hikmaharyanti Putu Desi Anggerina , Arjawa I Gst Pt Bagus Suka , Jayantiari I Gusti Agung Mas Rwa
Published: May 2024

This research aimed to identify socio-legal and eco-cultural values through the participatory mapping (PM) of local wisdom in supporting Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in higher education, which can potentially be applied to English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learning. The research involved 14 English students at a private university in Bali, Indonesia. The participants were selected to take part in participatory mapping (PM) with community members at a remote village. The results of this study are documented in two major findings. First, with their collective knowledge gained from PM, the English students were able to identify socio-legal and eco-cultural values and utilize them contextually in their report writing. Second, undertaking participatory mapping prior to completing writing tasks in their EFL course could help students to better express their ideas and strengthen their English writing skills. The insertion of two aspects of sustainability in the EFL tasks involved incorporating local values into EFL learning. Through English students experiencing PM prior to completing their writing task, EFL learning can be conducted more authentically with the students paying greater attention to the local culture and values. By exploring socio-legal and eco-cultural sustainability as the core activity of PM in this research, the study contributes to our understanding of the way in which the integration of local values into EFL activities in Indonesia makes a tangible contribution to ESD.
Effects of SARS-CoV-2 on the endocrine system
Authors: Kruglova O. , Demko I. , Sobko E. , Geyl S. , Khramova Yu. , Mineeva E.
Published: May 2024

The paper considers the publications that reports endocrine changes in patients with SARS-CoV-2 and SARS-CoV. In the electronic database PubMed, the investigators sought by using the terms of subject headings (MESH) associated with SARS-CoV, SARS-CoV-2 and different hormones. To search for the publications, the interval was taken from January 2002 and to the present time, since the outbreak of SARS-CoV occurred in 2002. The articles dealing with the outbreaks of both viruses were considered. The viruses of the family SARS-CoV(-2) cause systemic diseases involving many organs. The patients are observed to have hormonal and metabolic disorders. There are data on the damaging effect of both SARS-CoV and SARS-CoV-2 on the pancreas and thyroid, adrenals and gonads.
Lymphadenopathies: in the labyrinth of differential diagnosis
Authors: Mikhailova Z. , Saidov А.
Published: May 2024

When supervising patients, a practicing physician daily faces various clinical and laboratory syndromes. To make a differential diagnosis for many conditions and diseases, the physician must have not only practical experience, but also a broad outlook, including in a number of related specialties. The pathomorphism of diseases, the atypical clinical presentation at the onset of the disease increasingly require the involvement of a multidisciplinary team to solve diagnostic puzzles. The presented clinical case considers the stages of inpatient diagnostic search in a patient with generalized lymphadenopathy. Exclusion of lymphoproliferative diseases became possible only after lymph node excision biopsy, by making an immunohistochemical study, bone marrow puncture, and trepanobiopsy. The nephrotic syndrome and the thyrotoxicosis syndrome have become the following stage of a differential diagnosis.
Comparison of cognitive functions and quality of life in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients depending on the presence of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome
Authors: Vasilyeva L. , Inshakova K. , Gosteva E. , Suslova E. , Elzhurkaeva L. , Karpukhina E.
Published: May 2024

There are more and more studies that focus on cognitive decline in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is characterized by a repetitive cessation or decrease in airflow due to upper airway obstruction. Chronic sleep disturbance and intermittent hypoxemia lead to neurocognitive changes. Patients with comorbidity of COPD and OSAS may develop more severe nocturnal hypoxia than those with OSAS or COPD alone. At the same time, cognitive dysfunction in elderly patients with comorbidity of OSA and COPD has not been previously studied. Objective. The study the effects of OSAS on cognitive impairment and quality of life in elderly patients with COPD. Materials and methods. We examined 84 patients with COPD of moderate severity, controlled course at the age of 60–74 years (mean age – 66.3±4.1 years), of which the first group consisted of 43 patients with COPD, the second group – 41 patients with COPD and OSA of moderate severity. Results. Patients with COPD and moderate OSA had worse MMSE and EQ-5D-3L scores compared to patients with COPD alone, and were more likely to have dementia on the MMSE scale (MMSE≤24 scores), which may require an individual approach to the treatment of such patients.
Application of artificial intelligence and telemedicine in dentistry: prospects and review
Authors: Seliverstov P. , Brudyan G. , Mikhailov V.
Published: May 2024

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in dentistry is a promising field that has the potential to revolutionize the healthcare sector and improve the quality of dental care. Researchers are also discussing methods of telemedicine health screening, including the use of questionnaires and AI to analyze the data obtained. AI can be used to automatically analyze X-rays and detect dental and gum disease, such as cavities, periodontitis and others. AI can help determine the best therapy and medication dosage for each patient based on his or her individual characteristics. Moreover, AI can be used to plan surgical procedures, such as dental implants. Also, current techniques include the use of telemedicine for online consultations, diagnosis, and treatment of dental and gum disease. For the purposes of this review, we will limit ourselves to a brief list of digital advances in caries diagnosis and prognosis.
Penerapan Teori A.C.T.O.R.S pada Pemberdayaan Masyarakat di Desa Wisata “Ekowisata Burai” Kecamatan Tanjung Batu Kabupaten Ogan Ilir
Authors: Maulana Maulana , Yunindyawati Yunindyawati , Taqwa Ridhah
Published: May 2024

"Burai Ecotourism Village" in South Sumatra Province, Indonesia, underwent a positive transformation through the Burai Village Tourism Program (Bu Dewi) initiated by PT Pertamina EP Asset 2 Prabumulih Field. This program successfully involves the community in village development by giving authority, increasing self-confidence, building trust, providing opportunities, handing over responsibility to the community, and providing support from various parties. This research aims to analyze community empowerment efforts in the program, using the A.C.T.O.R.S Theory by Macaulay & Cook (1997). Through descriptive qualitative research methods, this study focuses on the Tourism Village "Burai Ecotourism," Tanjung Batu District, Ogan Ilir Regency. The results of the analysis showed that Bu Dewi's program successfully involved the community in the development of the village by giving authority, increasing self-confidence and competence, building trust, providing opportunities, handing over responsibility to the community, and providing support from various parties.
SOCORRO IMEDIATO: TÉCNICAS VITAIS DE CHIN-LIFT E JAW-THRUST NO MANEJO DE EMERGÊNCIAS RESPIRATÓRIAS
Authors: Santana Catharina Carvalho , Souza Rafaela Vieira , Carvalho Wiliane Marcos de , CARNEIRO RICARDO BARBOSA ARAUJO
Published: May 2024

Introdução: Os passos iniciais no manejo em um cenário de emergência incluem um conjunto de técnicas de abordagem que visam avaliar as funções vitais de um paciente, incluindo a análise das vias aérea
Formação de Professores: Importância, estratégias, princípios e o novo perfil de ensino e aprendizagem
Authors: Guimarães Ueudison Alves , Roque Silvania Maria , Silva Laíse Bacelar , Carvalho Wanderson , Silva Meiriane da Anunciação , Abreu Rosiane da Conceição
Published: May 2024

É com grande entusiasmo que apresentamos este livro intitulado "Formação de Professores: Importância, Estratégias, Princípios e o Novo Perfil de Ensino e Aprendizagem". Esta obra representa um marco na reflexão e na prática da Educação, fornecendo uma visão abrangente e atualizada sobre a formação de professores no contexto contemporâneo.
A Educação desempenha um papel fundamental na construção de sociedades mais justas, igualitárias e desenvolvidas. Nesse cenário, os professores são os agentes de transformação que moldam o presente e o futuro das gerações. Portanto, a formação de professores é uma das tarefas mais cruciais em qualquer sistema educacional. Este livro explora em profundidade os desafios e as oportunidades associados à formação de professores, destacando sua importância vital na promoção do aprendizado de qualidade.
Ao longo das páginas deste livro, os leitores encontrarão uma riqueza de conhecimento e análises críticas sobre diversos aspectos da formação de professores. Desde a compreensão dos princípios pedagógicos fundamentais até a discussão das estratégias inovadoras de formação e as transformações necessárias no perfil do educador do século XXI, este livro oferece insights valiosos para educadores, pesquisadores, gestores educacionais e todos os interessados na melhoria do ensino e da aprendizagem.
Os capítulos desta obra são fruto do trabalho árduo e da pesquisa contínua de especialistas comprometidos com a Educação. Cada autor contribuiu com seu conhecimento e experiência para oferecer uma visão holística e atualizada da formação de professores. Os tópicos abordados incluem a formação inicial e contínua de professores, a integração da tecnologia na educação, a promoção da diversidade e da inclusão, bem como a adaptação às mudanças culturais e sociais que afetam a educação.
À medida que avançamos em direção a um futuro cada vez mais complexo e globalizado, a formação de professores desempenha um papel ainda mais crítico na preparação das próximas gerações. Esta obra oferece um guia indispensável para entender os desafios e as oportunidades que se apresentam aos educadores e para promover uma educação de qualidade para todos.
Esperamos que os textos inspirem discussões profundas, ações transformadoras e, acima de tudo, um compromisso renovado com a formação de professores como um pilar essencial para o progresso de nossas sociedades. Que ele seja uma fonte de inspiração e orientação para todos os que se dedicam à nobre missão de educar e moldar o futuro.
A GUERRA ÀS DROGAS E OS DESAFIOS DECORRENTES DA AUSÊNCIA DE CRITÉRIOS OBJETIVOS NO ARTIGO 33 DA LEI Nº 11.343/06 PARA TIPIFICAR O TRÁFICO OU USO DE DROGAS.
Authors: Silva Antonio Eduardo Rodrigues da , Souza Ianna Cristina David , Parente Ana Beatriz Albuquerque , Mesquita Helayne Cristina Rodrigues
Published: May 2024

A pesquisa buscou compreender como a política proibicionista de criminalização de determinadas drogas impactou na legislação e na sociedade. Para tanto, constatou-se a forma pela qual esse modelo foi historicamente construído e concretamente aplicado, apesar do fracasso da proibição. Investigou-se o que sustenta a guerra às drogas, tendo em vista o fracasso do proibicionismo. O enfoque crítico sobre o problema volta-se para o impacto do proibicionismo no sistema penal e na sociedade, de modo que se observou que a ausência de critérios objetivos para tipificar os delitos de uso de drogas para consumo próprio e tráfico ilícito de drogas acarreta um grande problema social e jurídico, uma vez que essa ausência causa uma insegurança jurídica. Concluiu-se que o proibicionismo trouxe maiores riscos à sociedade e à saúde pública do que proteção a esses mesmos fins, de modo que uma política de drogas mais humanitária se revela a melhor alternativa.
Palavras-chave: Guerra às Drogas. Lei nº 11.343/206. Política Criminal. Proibicionismo.
SOSTENIBILIDAD EN LA PEQUEÑA AGRICULTURA CAMPESINA DEL SECANO DE CHILE CENTRAL, REGIÓN DE VALPARAÍSO
Authors: Rivera Tapia Adrian , Rossing Walter , Dogliotti Santiago , Huenchuleo Pedreros Carlos
Published: May 2024

La pequeña agricultura del secano de Chile Central se enfrenta hoy a diversas limitaciones como son la escasez o variabilidad de regímenes de lluvias anuales, la influencia del cambio climático global y lejanía de los centros de desarrollo. La implementación de programas para el desarrollo agrícolarequiere de un adecuado diagnóstico y evaluación de la sostenibilidad de los sistemas agrícolas, lo que es posible realizar usando una diversidad de índices. Este estudio analizó la sostenibilidad de la pequeña agricultura de secano de la Región de Valparaíso en Chile Central a través del marco SAFA Smallholders de la FAO. Esta herramienta ha sido validada en diferentes contextos, incluyendo indicadores en dimensiones social, ambiental, económico y de gobernanza. En particular, se evaluó la sostenibilidad de 30 predios representativos de la zona en cuanto a la diversidad de cultivos, enfoque de producción (convencional vs. agroecológico) y el acceso a agua para riego. Al no existir antecedentes previos de este tipo de evaluaciones mediante la herramienta SAFA en el país, este estudio podría considerarse como exploratorio. Los resultados muestran un nivel de sostenibilidad intermediocon un valor promedio de 60% en una escala de 1-100%. Los predios con mayor diversidad de cultivos y prácticas agroecológicas revelaron más altosniveles de sostenibilidad que aquellos con enfoque en monocultivo y prácticas convencionales. Los resultados sugieren fomentar prácticas agroecológicas acorde a la precariedad de recursos hídricos disponibles; reforzar los programas e iniciativas que contribuyan a la participación de los productores en sus organizaciones gremiales e inversiones comunitarias de su territorio; mejorar su liquidez con el acceso a diferentes fuentes de financiamiento; y ampliar a un mayor público las capacitaciones técnicas y de gestión.
What Kant Really Said: Facts and Fiction in International Music Education Philosophy
Authors: Kertz-Welzel Alexandra
Published: May 2024

Abstract: In international philosophy of music education, there are some philosophers who are important points of reference. One of them is the German Immanuel Kant (1724–1804). While his philosophy is complex, an oversimplified understanding of his ideas turned him into the “bad guy” of international music education philosophy, being in favor for instance of art for its own sake. His assumed ideas are thought to be the foundation of aesthetic education, in opposition to music education concepts promoting praxis and social change. The prominent role Kant plays leads to questions: Can an eighteenth-century philosopher be blamed for twentieth-century music education concepts and their supposed aberrations? And what did Kant really say? By addressing these and related questions, this paper offers fresh perspectives on Kant’s original concept and the role his assumed ideas play in international music education philosophy, aiming at revising some discourses around them. Furthermore, Kant as a case in point, can lead to general considerations about the function of philosophy in music education philosophy.
“The Whole City Must Never Cease Singing”: Plato and the Community of the Musical Nomos
Authors: Vassilev Christian , Devedjiev Emil
Published: May 2024

Abstract: This paper explores the fundamental tenets of Plato’s philosophy of education, particularly his views on a practice of great educational potential: communal musical participation. According to Plato, music can attune the individual and the community to cosmic harmony and this, in turn, is the only way to form and maintain a community. The paper explores how the concepts of ethos and nomos are utilized to explain music’s role in community cohesion. It argues that Plato’s understanding of the power of immediate and pre-reflective participation in music can provide valuable insight for contemporary philosophy of music education. The concept of nomos , in particular, allows music educators to take this frame of thought to better understand the role of music in creating communities.
Features of the Geoinformation Monitoring System Using Microwave and Optical Tools
Authors: Mkrtchyan Ferdenant A.
Published: May 2024

The article discusses the issues of GIMS-technology that combines the methodology of GIS-technology and simulation modeling, giving it predictive functions when solving problems of environmental monitoring of the environment. The relationships between experimental data, algorithms and models of environmental processes are analyzed to implement effective operational control and diagnostics of the environment. Particular attention is paid to remote microwave sensing sensors, which ensure the implementation of the functions of GIMS-technology when solving specific problems of monitoring natural systems. For example, the use of microwave technology makes it possible to quickly obtain data on the state of soil moisture, and salinity water bodies, assess the possibility of critical hydrological situations and monitor the condition of hydraulic structures in regions with increased hydrological hazard. It is noted that GIMS-technology ensures the restoration of the spatial distribution of geoecosystem characteristics based on the data of route and ground measurements, which are characterized by fragmentation in space and episodicity in time. GIMS-technology makes it possible to overcome situations of irreducible information uncertainty, using the evolutionary modeling technique for this. The use of optical sensors and spectroellipsometry and spectrophotometry technologies makes it possible to calculate indicators of the quality of water resources, assessing the content of chemical elements in water and the presence of pollutant stains on the water surface.
Incorporating sustainable engineering practices into supply chain management for environmental impact reduction
Authors: Uzoma Okwudili Nnaji  , Lucky Bamidele Benjamin  , Nsisong Louis Eyo-Udo  , Emmanuel Augustine Etukudoh
Published: May 2024

This paper explores the imperative integration of sustainable engineering practices into Supply Chain Management (SCM) as a vital strategy for reducing environmental impact. It delves into the multifaceted challenges hindering this integration, including economic constraints, regulatory and compliance issues, technological and infrastructure limitations, and cultural and organizational barriers. Conversely, it outlines strategic approaches for overcoming these obstacles, emphasizing policy and incentive mechanisms, collaboration and partnerships, technology and innovation, and education and awareness. The review highlights the significant potential of sustainable practices to transform SCM, contributing to environmental sustainability, economic efficiency, and social equity.
Isolation, characterization and identification of root nodule bacteria from Macrotyloma uniflorum (Lam.) Verdc
Authors: Anita Tudu  , Ghazala Shaheen  , Vinay Oraon  , Latika Sharan
Published: May 2024

The present study was conducted to characterize the native plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPRs) from the nodules of Macrotyloma uniflorum (Lam.) Verdc. The seeds of Macrotyloma uniflorum was grown in two different soils i.e., sterile and non-sterile soil and four bacterial isolates were isolated. The bacterial isolates were characterised on the basis of morphological and different biochemical analysis. Phylogenetic identification was done on the basis of 16S rRNA analysis. Four isolates obtained belongs to Bacillus velezensis and Enterobacter cloacae.
An evaluation of current technology in supply chain management
Authors: Raymond Yaw Sitsofe Agidi  , Chinedu Joseph Ezeh  , Olanrewaju Adebola Lawal  , MD Baniamin Sarder
Published: May 2024

This research presents a scoping review of the evaluation of current technology that is being used in SCM by analysis of existing studies and contemporary concepts on this topic. A methodology based on a scoping review approach in the subject discipline was organized to carry out this research. Two databases and one search engine were searched for journals from 2019 to 2023 using relevant keywords designed for the study. Information regarding research designs, year of publications, publication authors, and findings of each study were documented. Out of the obtainable preliminary 70 studies extracted from the selected databases, only 44 research papers were accepted to meet the exclusion and inclusion criteria delineated for this study, where 45 % of papers were published between 2020–2021. Five different technological research areas were addressed in this scoping review. The major technology areas were AI and the IoT, followed by Data analytics and Big data IoT, and last but not least, Blockchain technology. The main obstacles to applying technology to SCM include change management, human reception/acceptance of these technologies, technical knowledge of the workforce already in place, and the significant costs associated with implementing these solutions. Leveraging technology improves customer happiness, reduces errors, and increases organizational responsiveness. Less crucial but still important are the difficulties in locating qualified workers and the possibility that technology will surpass human performance. However, there is undeniable proof that technology has many benefits; when applied wisely, businesses can benefit greatly from this new technology.
IMPLEMENTASI METODE NEIGHBOR WEIGHTED K-NEAREST NEIGHBOR PADA PENGKLASIFIKASIAN STATUS GIZI BALITA DI WILAYAH KERJA PUSKESMAS WONOREJO KOTA SAMARINDA
Authors: Aisha Putri , Fathurahman M. , Prangga Surya
Published: May 2024

Neighbor Weighted K-Nearest Neighbor (NWKNN) merupakan salah satu metode klasifikasi dalam machine learning yang dikembangkan dari metode K-Nearest Neighbor (KNN). Metode NWKNN memiliki kelebihan dibanding KNN, terutama untuk menangani masalah jumlah kelas yang tidak seimbang dalam pengklasifikasian data mining. Konsep dari metode NWKNN adalah pemberian bobot yang besar untuk kelas minoritas dan bobot yang kecil untuk kelas mayoritas. Metode NWKNN dalam penelitian ini diterapkan pada pengklasifikasian status gizi balita di Kota Samarinda. Menurut World Health Organization (WHO), Indonesia merupakan salah satu negara dengan prevalensi stunting pada balita tertinggi di regional Asia Tenggara pada Tahun 2005 sampai dengan 2017, dengan rata-rata prevalensi stunting pada balita sebesar 36,4%. Status gizi adalah salah satu faktor penyebab terjadinya stunting pada balita. Penelitian ini bertujuan mendapatkan hasil pengklasifikasian status gizi balita menggunakan metode NWKNN dan nilai akurasinya. Data yang digunakan adalah data balita di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Wonorejo Kota Samarinda Tahun 2022. Berdasarkan hasil klasifikasi status gizi balita menggunakan metode NWKNN, terdapat 93 balita yang diklasifikasikan secara tepat dari 128 balita dengan nilai akurasi sebesar 72,65%. Nilai akurasi ini termasuk cukup baik dan menunjukkan bahwa metode NWKNN layak digunakan untuk memprediksi ketepatan klasifikasi status gizi balita di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Wonorejo, Kota Samarinda.
.
Serum Chemerin, Vaspin, Oxidative Stress and Inflammation Markers in Subclinical Hypothyroidism/Hyperthyroidism
Authors: Tamer Sümeyye , Turan Taylan , Taşkan Tuba , Karakoç Mehmet Ayhan , Arslan İsmail Emre , Gönenç Aymelek
Published: May 2024

Purpose: Subclinical thyroid diseases constitute the first stage of clinical thyroid, so it is important to investigate underlying mechanisms. Clinical studies have revealed changes in some adipokines concerning thyroid disorders. Relationship chemerin and vaspin adipokines with thyroid hormones are not clear. So, it was aimed to evaluate chemerin, vaspin, oxidative stress and inflammation markers in subclinical hypothyroidism/hyperthyroidism.
Material and Methods: The study included 38 SubHyper, 31 SubHypo and 44 controls. Serum chemerin, vaspin, IL-10, CRP, and Ox-LDL were measured with ELISA, while TAS and TOS were spectrofometric method.
Results: Serum chemerin were higher in SubHypo, while lower in SubHyper compared to controls. Vaspin levels of subclinical thyroid patients were lower than controls. IL-10 were lower in SubHyper; CRP were higher in both patient groups than controls. TAS were higher in SubHypo; TOS and OSI were lower in SubHyper patients.
Conclusion: Increased total antioxidant and CRP in SubHypo and decreased total oxidants, IL-10 and OSI in SubHyper indicated that oxidant-antioxidant balance is impaired suggesting that subclinical thyroid diseases may cause changes in inflammation and defense mechanism. Decrease in chemerin in SubHyper and vaspin in SubHypo and SubHyper show that chemerin and vaspin may be candidates as biomarkers in subclinical thyroid diseases.
Klasterisasi Data Untuk Sistem Rekomendasi Pemilihan Sekolah Dasar Di Wilayah Surakarta Degan Metode Hierarchy Clustering
Authors: Rokhmah Siti , Pakarti Moch. Bagoes
Published: May 2024

The role of parents is very important in determining the school for their children, especially at elementary school level. There are many factors that parents consider when choosing an elementary school, including school quality, distance to school, school fees, content of religious education, school performance and school facilities. The aim of this research is to develop a data clustering concept using Hierarchy Clustering method for an elementary school recommendation system in the city of Surakarta, so that it can help parents in determining the elementary school for their children. In this study, agglomerative clustering with Ward linkage was used, this is because among other linkage methods (Single linkage, ward linkage, flexible linkage and complete linkage), Ward linkage has the highest Silhouette index value, namely 0.666. Cluster optimization in this research was determined by looking at the Silhouette index graph by comparing the Silhouette cluster values 1 to 10 for each linkage method, and obtained the cluster optimization value was 4, so the number of groupings used was 4 clusters. The accuracy of the recommendation system is tested using the Mean Average Error (MAE) statistical calculation, with an MAE value of 0.2, which means the recommendation system is suitable for use.
Penerapan Fuzzy C-Means Dalam Penentuan Kelas Siswa di Sekolah Menengah Kejuruan
Authors: Falah Fusthotum N. M. , Utami Yustina Retno Wahyu , Saptomo Wawan Laksito Yuly
Published: May 2024

The PLN industrial class is a class that collaborates with PT. PLN Persero by including a curriculum in accordance with the competencies required by the industry. Students entering industrial classes must also be selected students. Therefore we need a system to classify students. The grouping of students at SMK Muhammadiyah 3 Surakarta is still manual, so the grouping process is not optimal and accurate.The purpose of this thesis is the creation of a class grouping application based on productive academic and attitude values using the Fuzzy C-Means method. And make it easier to do class grouping. Data collection methods include observation or data collection at SMK Muhammadiyah 3 Surakarta, interviews with the Head of the electrical power installation engineering (TITL) Skills Competency and literature studies taken from journals, books and also related research.This class grouping system is created using the Fuzzy C-Means method. After grouping the results obtained from 26 students, 21 students entered the industrial class and 5 students entered the regular class. The results of the validity test prove that the clustering is valid, as evidenced by the silhouette coefficient test where the value is 0.81 which indicates a strong structure.
SISTEM PENJUALAN BARANG PADA CV STAR DESIGN UNTUK BUSINESS TO BUSINESS BERBASIS WEB
Authors: Susanto Susanto , Masithoh Mauluddiah
Published: May 2024

Sales Information System is an information system that provides information from  several  processes  which  include  procurement,  warehousing  and  reporting. Therefore, it is necessary to create an sales  Information System application to improve company performance processes which were originally manual to be computerized which will produce more detailed reports. Making this application is done by means of data collection, system planning, system analysis, system design and Database . Making application programs developed with PHP . The Database  used is MySQL and scripts are developed with Macromedia Dreamweaver. It can be  concluded  that  the  design  and  implementation  of  the  Sales   Information System  at  the  CV  Star  Design  is  ready  to  be  developed.  The  Inventory    on  this website uses the Business-to-Business. By logging into the website as a staff, the staff can fill in the required Inventory  data and can fill in the data on goods sold and  incoming  goods  from  suppliers,  all  of  which  will  later  be  entered  into  the Inventory    Database  .  If  all  data  has  been  processed,  there  will  be  an  Inventory  data menu where the data it contains the first entry date of the selected item to find out when the item entered so that when it is sold, the item sold is the oldest item. With the Business-to-Business method, the sales system will run sequentially thereby reducing the impact of damage from an item that is stored for too long in the storage of goods. In this web development using the Waterfall  method and implemented using php  and MySQL
EVALUASI SISTEM INFORMASI REGISTRASI (SIREG) SELEKSI PENERIMAAN MAHASISWA BARU (SIPENMARU) POLITEKNIK KESEHATAN KEMENKES SURAKARTA MENGGUNAKAN FRAMEWORK COBIT 2019
Authors: Kantona Riki Kantona , Fitriasih Sri Hariyati , Raharja Bayu Dwi
Published: May 2024

Health Polytechnic of the Ministry of Health Surakarta uses the Registration Information System (SIREG) as a tool for New Student Admission Selection (SIPENMARU) processing registration data in order to improve efficiency, performance and provide valid information . In implementing the Registration Information System, In the use of SIREG to date, no audit or evaluation of the implementation of the system has ever been carried out. Given the importance of the function of SIREG on performance performance in new student admission services, it is necessary to conduct an evaluation related to the assessment of the maturity level of the implementation of the SIREG application, with this evaluation it can determine the extent of the implementation of IT governance, especially in the Registration Information System. From this, the purpose of this study is to evaluate the maturity level of the Registration Information System. This research uses reference to the COBIT 2019 Framework framework domain, namely APO (Align, Plan and Organize): APO-04 and APO-12. The results of the maturity level research in the objective domain APO04 (Innovation Management) get a value of 3.3 with Level 3 Category: Defined and there is a gap of 1.7 so that agencies still need to prepare documentation related to the evaluation and follow-up of innovations in IT governance development, especially in the Registration Information System to achieve a maturity level achievement index of 4 (Quantitative), the objective domain APO12 (Risk Management) gets a value of 1.89 with Level 2 Category: Manage, and there is a gap of 3.11 so that agencies still need to prepare documentation related to planning, monitoring, evaluation and follow-up of IT governance risk management, especially in the Registration Information System to achieve a maturity level achievement index of 3 (Defined).
Policy brief: Addressing Poland’s teacher shortage: Are wage increases enough?
Authors: Ellul-Thorn Blake
Published: May 2024

Teachers in Poland have experienced a great deal of adversity over the last 10 years, from the overturning of evidence informed reforms, low wages, and an influx of non-Polish speaking Ukrainian students. As such, the teaching profession has struggled to attract new staff and retain current staff, contributing to a growing teacher shortage. This paper highlights most attempts to mitigate teacher shortages are isolated on wage growth. Analysis shows whilst wage growth is essential to staff satisfaction and professional status, failing to address other contributing factors, such as increasing workloads, limits success. As such, two recommendations are offered as a starting point to combat the growing shortages; however, their success is questionable because of decisions made by the then ruling right-wing government (2015-23). This poses a serious matter that the recently sworn in coalition government must address.
Utilidad de PCR anidada en el diagnóstico de leishmaniosis canina en Corrientes
Authors: Jastrzebsky F. A. , Vega L. E. , Maruñak S. L. , Esquivel G. P. , Montesi A. M. , Almirón E. C. , Cabrera W. R. , De Biasio M. B.
Published: May 2024

La leishmaniosis es una enfermedad causada por parásitos protozoarios del género Leishmania y transmitida a mamíferos mediante la picadura de insectos dípteros hematófagos del género Lutzomyia en el nuevo mundo. Los caninos son susceptibles de adquirir la forma visceral y la forma cutánea de la enfermedad. Los métodos de diagnóstico incluyen observación directa del parásito por microscopía óptica, serología o técnicas de biología molecular en muestras de perros con signos clínicos evidentes y/o sospecha clínica. En este estudio se evaluó la utilidad de una reacción en cadena de la polimerasa anidada (PCRn) para el diagnóstico de dicha patología en perros. Se analizaron 18 muestras de sangre entera anticoagulada con EDTA de perros de la ciudad de Corrientes con sospecha clínica de padecer leishmaniosis. A partir de las mismas, se extrajo ácido desoxiribonucleico (ADN) y se realizaron dos rondas de amplificación sucesivas de una secuencia que codifica para la subunidad pequeña de ARN ribosomal. Los resultados obtenidos de las PCR anidadas fueron comparados con los resultados obtenidos a partir del método parasitológico directo considerado como gold standard. La técnica aplicada mostró sensibilidad del 100%, especificidad del 75%, valor predictivo positivo del 67% y valor predictivo negativo del 100% lo que la convierte en una herramienta útil para el diagnóstico de leishmaniosis canina.
Primer aislamiento de Salmonella enterica serovar Soerenga a partir de cerdas gestantes en Argentina
Authors: Joaquim P. , Herrera M. , Moroni M. , Chacana P.
Published: May 2024

El primer aislamiento de Salmonella enterica serovariedad Soerenga en Argentina se obtuvo a partir de muestras de materia fecal provenientes de cerdas gestantes de una producción intensiva de la provincia de La Pampa, Argentina, en febrero del 2019. Se realizó la identificación bioquímica y mediante serotipificación. Además, se caracterizó dicho aislamiento en función a la resistencia a 17 antimicrobianos y presencia de 10 genes de virulencia y se realizó el análisis de electroforesis en gel de campo pulsado. El aislamiento resultó resistente a eritromicina, tiamulina y tilosina, y presentó los genes de virulencia sopB, ssaQ, mgtC, avrA y bcfC. Como resultado de la digestión enzimática del ADN cromosomal con la enzima XbaI se obtuvo un perfil de ADN que no coincidió con ningún aislamiento presente en la Base de Datos Nacional del Servicio de Enterobacterias, INEI ANLIS “Dr. Carlos G. Malbrán” (Buenos Aires, Argentina).
SYNTHESIS OF AN ELECTRIC COMPRESSOR DRIVE OF AN ELECTRIC LOCOMOTIVE
Authors: Olkhovatov Dmitry , Grebennikov Nikolay , Shevkunova Anastasiya
Published: May 2024

The study objective is to improve the reliability and energy efficiency of the electric locomotive compressor drive. To achieve this, the required power of the electric motor was calculated the performance of the compressor unit, the volume of the main tanks and the selected electric motor were checked to start and adjust the capacity at low supply voltage.
The task to which the paper is devoted is to design an electric drive for a compressor motor. A vector model of an asynchronous motor was made. The process of direct start-up and starting an asynchronous electric motor with the use of a scalar control system and IR compensation were modeled.
Research methods: systematic approach; provisions of the theory of automatic control and electrical engineering; numerical PC simulation using Matlab software package.
The novelty of the work is in the use of a frequency-controlled electric drive to start the asynchronous electric motor of the compressor unit instead of the normally installed starting capacitors. This design solution will significantly reduce the amplitude of the starting currents, which in turn will reduce the wear of the winding insulation.
The study results are presented, based on the results of the constructed models, as graphs of the dependencies of speed and current during direct start of the electric motor and with the control system.
Conclusions: the scalar control system, thanks to the introduction of an intensity setter, as well as IR compensation diagram, allow extending the transition time and controlling the value of the inrush current in acceptable values. Such an approach to make an electric drive compressor motor is able to significantly increase its reliability and service life, as well as to increase the overall energy efficiency of the system.
"We are not being taught sustainable citizenship!"
Authors: Cabello Valeria , Zúñiga Carmen Gloria , Amador Valbuena Cesar , Manrique Franklin , Albarrán María Jesús , Moncada-Arce Ana
Published: May 2024

Education on sustainability is a crucial goal that requires a transformative shift in teacher education to drive meaningful changes oriented to action. A cross-sectional study with an exploratory design investigated preservice science teachers' perceptions regarding teaching sustainable citizenship, specifically focusing on the climate crisis and earthquakes-tsunamis. The study was conducted in two Chilean universities with similar teacher preparation programs. The team designed a podcast series, which was used and evaluated by the 13 participants through action research. Three group discussions explored their perceptions of the resources, as well as the aims and challenges of teaching sustainable citizenship and the podcasts. We used Grounded Theory steps, including triangulation by the researchers to ensure reliability, to qualitatively analyse the data. The results reveal a constraint on teaching in areas where the participants lacked the necessary preparation and background knowledge as students and preservice teachers. The main challenges were related to interdisciplinarity, the social dimension of socio-scientific issues and context-responsive teaching methods. The perceived aims were the development of students' critical thinking, informed positioning, and encouraging active citizen participation. Preservice teachers found the podcast series to be a valuable new epistemic and pedagogical resource that can support their efforts to teach sustainable citizenship and implement pedagogical strategies. The autonomous usage of the device triggered reflection processes, particularly regarding the human rights perspective, which unveiled the socio-political dimensions inherent in science education. It promoted personal re-positioning as active citizens and educators and empowered them to seek out and pursue the changes needed to reshape future classrooms. We discuss these findings in the context of teacher preparation and the use of educational technology in teacher education.
GPT-Neo with LoRA for Better Medical Knowledge Performance on MultiMedQA Dataset
Authors: Blanco Jacob , Lambert Cayden , Thompson Olivia
Published: May 2024

The integration of Low-Rank Adaptation (LoRA) with the GPT-Neo model significantly enhances its performance in medical knowledge tasks by leveraging the MultiMedQA dataset for fine-tuning. The targeted fine-tuning process facilitated by LoRA focuses on a smaller subset of trainable parameters, resulting in substantial improvements in accuracy, precision, recall, and F1 score. The LoRA-enhanced model demonstrated superior capabilities in generating accurate and contextually relevant medical responses while preserving the general language understanding abilities of the pre-trained GPT-Neo model. Resource efficiency gains were achieved through reduced memory footprint and computational load, making the model more accessible for deployment in resource-constrained environments. Furthermore, combining LoRA with other advanced training techniques, such as DreamBooth, yielded additional performance enhancements. Comprehensive evaluation, including both quantitative metrics and qualitative analysis by medical professionals, affirmed the model's robustness and reliability in handling medical queries. The findings underscore the transformative potential of integrating LoRA into AI-driven medical applications, paving the way for more efficient, accurate, and scalable solutions in healthcare.