bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effects of Marketing Practices on Farmers Profit in Northern Bangladesh
Authors: Haque Md. Ziaul
Published: September 2022

Agriculture is the main foundation of the economy of Bangladesh. This sector contributes about 17.22% to the country's GDP and accommodates around 45.6% of the labor force. New technologies have increased over the past few decades in Bangladesh's agriculture. As a result, agricultural production in the country has grown tremendously, but due to an inefficient marketing system, farmers do not receive the advantage of the enormous output. Because of some inefficiency in the agricultural marketing system, farmers are deprived of the fair price of their produce. Several factors influence the price received by the farmers for their agricultural commodities. This study thus aims to examine marketing practice and the degree of influence of these practices on farmers' profit in Northern Bangladesh. Two districts, namely Naogaon and Dinajpur, were selected purposively from two divisions in Northern Bangladesh. Two upazillas and two villages were chosen following a simple random sampling (SRS) method for collecting data. The study used a set of questionnaires with five sections to collect data. To serve research objectives, 216 farmers were interviewed using a structured questionnaire with a face-to-face interview, and 32 key informant respondents were interviewed using a checklist. To achieve the goal, a multiple linear regression model was used, considering the farmer's profit as a dependent variable, marketing practices as an independent variable, and financial factors as an independent variable. The multiple linear regression model was estimated. The study found that almost cent percent of farmers sell their produce from farmhouses or to the rural Hat at Bepari. It was found that different types of intermediaries were functioning in agricultural marketing: farmers, Farias, Beparies, Aratders, wholesalers, Millers, cold storage owners, and retailers. Using a multiple linear regression model, it was found that three explanatory variables, i.e., the Sale of an agricultural commodity at a town market, Crop storage status, sell produce to public procurement, positively affects the farmer's profit. The remaining two explanatory variables, i.e., the Sale of agricultural commodities during the harvesting period and receiving a loan from informal sources, negatively affect the farmer's profit. Only one independent variable, i.e., Crop storing status, is a statistically insignificant factor. The rest of the four independent variables are statistically significant factors affecting farmers' profit in Northern Bangladesh.
Artificial intelligence (AI) and recent advancements in periodontology
Authors: Sood Ridhima , Sharma Ena , Garg Ridhi , Kaur Sumanpreet
Published: September 2022

Periodontics is one of the important field in dentistry in which we come across various conditions that are related to oral and systemic health. Periodontal diagnosis is the pillar of successful treatment planning since prevention and proper treatment depend on the accuracy and precision of specific diagnostic techniques. Periodontics has evolved in recent years in the field of Nanotechnology, 3-D printing, stem cell therapy etc. Hence this article illustrates current practices and recent advancements in periodontology.
Management of multiple adjacent gingival recession defects using pouch & tunnel technique with different inter-positional materials– A report of two cases
Authors: Malali Vijayalaxmi V , Torangul Chandrashekhar
Published: September 2022

Gingival recession is defined as the apical displacement of the marginal gingiva in relation to the cemento-enamel junction. It is a common clinical finding in individuals with good as well as those with a poor oral hygiene. It may affect a single tooth or multiple teeth simultaneously. Patients with multiple adjacent gingival recessions present as a major therapeutic challenge to the Periodontist, when it comes to balancing their esthetic and functional demands. Multiple adjacent gingival recession defects are associated with an extensive avascular surface. Furthermore, the clinician has to deal with the underlying anatomical factors such as thin gingival biotype, root prominence, root proximity and sub-optimal width of keratinized tissue. These factors make selection of surgical modality of treatment much more complex in contrast to the localized gingival recession defects. In the current report, we present two such cases of multiple adjacent gingival recession defects, managed by pouch and tunnel technique, using two different inter-positional materials namely the connective tissue graft and platelet rich fibrin.
Management of trigeminal neuralgia from past to present: A review
Authors: Amjad Shaikh , Shaikh Mubasshir Ahmed , Mulani Shahnawaz , Deshmukh Revati V
Published: September 2022

Orofacialpain in dental clinic are common and diagnosis of trigeminal neualgia required skill and special training here is review article that describes management of trigeminal details in past and present.
Knowledge and awareness about oral and maxillofacial surgery in medical professionals and general public: A questionnaire-based survey
Authors: Kunusoth Ramesh , Mohan A Aditya , Prakash Rathod , Sampreethi Shalini , Kakati Indrajith
Published: September 2022

: The aim of this study is to assess the knowledge and awareness of oral and maxillofacial surgery among the medical professionals and general public.

: An online questionnaire-based survey containing 20 questions was circulated to medical professionals, medical undergraduates, dental professionals, dental undergraduates, general public and their responses were recorded.

: The results showed that medical professionals were aware that the speciality of oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) exists but weren’t fully aware about the scope of the field, whereas the general public had no idea about the treatments offered by the speciality. Dental students had awareness about the field but weren’t fully updated on the various treatments in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery.

: Despite all the progress in the field of Oral and maxillofacial surgery, a large fraction of the general population is unaware of the speciality and its scope. Among the medical students and fraternity, very few know about the OMFS speciality but are unaware of the expertise the speciality has to offer. Dental fraternity, too aren’t updated on the recent advances in the field of OMFS. Awareness among the general public is the least. Knowledge and awareness of the scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery can improve the success and promptness of delivery of health services. In order to ensure proper referral of patients, the speciality needs to broaden its horizon.
Quality of life in patients with mandible fracture treated with closed reduction using Erich arch bar vs intermaxillary fixation screws
Authors: Simon Deepti , Banwarilal Ravi Gupta , Kadukkara Ajithkumar
Published: September 2022

The aim of this study is to compare the quality of life (QoL) in patients with mandibular fractures undergoing closed reduction with conventional arch bar versus intermaxillary fixation screws at 4th week follow up. Objective is to assess the quality of life by GOHAI index in the 2 groups.

A prospective analytical study was conducted on 50 patients between the age group of 18-50 years with dentate mandibular fractures as the study sample. Patients were divided into two groups. The control group underwent four weeks of maxillomandibular fixation with arch bar and test group underwent closed reduction with intermaxillary fixation screws. Both techniques were compared in terms of GOHAI index for assessment of QoL. QoL scores were recorded at 4th week follow up. Oral hygiene, operator injuries and time taken for the procedure was also observed on day of procedure and 4th week after procedure.

The GOHAI’s total value score of ≤ 50 indicates a good QoL, 51-56 indicates a fair living quality, and 57-70 demonstrates the poor QoL. In this study the mean rank for the control group was found to be 43.5 and 35.36 for the test group suggesting a good QoL for the test group. Conclusion: There was significant difference between QoL of control group and test group, with test group (IMF Screws) having better QoL. Arch bar placement (control) is time consuming and had more oral hygiene problems when compared to IMF screws. Operator injury is less in IMF groups, but chances of dental complications are higher.
A series of six uncanny orthokeratinized odontogenic cysts: Revisiting the literature
Authors: Khatoon Hajira , Srinath Sahana , Jayaram Chandrakala , Verghese Rhea , Kulkarni Meghashyama , Sampath Renuga
Published: September 2022

Orthokeratinized odontogenic cyst is a rare odontogenic cyst which was considered to be a variant of odontogenic keratocyst, but has been recognized as a separate entity due to its varied behavior and histology. Commonly associated with an unerupted tooth in the posterior mandible, it mimics various lesions like dentigerous cyst, odontogenic keratocyst, unicystic ameloblastoma etc. Orthokeratinized odontogenic cyst was thought to be less destructive compared to odontogenic keratocyst. This case series highlights the clinically aggressive nature of Orthokeratinized odontogenic cyst.

In this case series six cases of diagnosed Orthokeratinized Odontogenic cyst have been described along with one case of multiple Orthokeratinized odontogenic cysts in a female patient. The clinical, radiographic and histopathologic features have been described in great detail in order to correlate with the previous literature and highlight their clinically aggressive behavior.

Orthokeratinized odontogenic cyst can be deceptive and should be diagnosed appropriately to avoid aggressive treatment protocol. Most of these cysts are associated with inflammation which makes it harder to be diagnosed as the epithelium and connective tissue would have undergone structural changes. Differentiating the cystic lesions of the oral cavity is utmost important to devise appropriate treatment suitable for the patient and for assessing the prognosis, recurrence and rehabilitation to improve the quality of life.
Adenoid (Acantholytic) squamous cell carcinoma of the alveolar ridge: A rare case report
Authors: Kulkarni Meghashyama , Sahana N S  , Suresh T  , Renuga S  , Khatoon Hajira , Verghese Rhea
Published: September 2022

Adenoid squamous cell carcinoma (ASCC) is a one of the histological variants of oral squamous cell carcinoma with a rare occurrence of less than 4% of all the cases. The tumour has a slight male predilection with lower lip being the most affected site. ASCC is said to have a varied biologic behaviour which accounts for its ability to metastasize to distant sites and hence has poor prognosis. The histopathology shows numerous duct-like structures with central acantholytic cells. Distinct cytological atypia is seen which aids in diagnosis of SCC. Special stains help in differentiating the tumour from other variants of SCC. The presented case of a 70-year-old female emphasizes the importance of histopathogical examination of the unusual and rarely observed ASCC which can be missed due to similarities with other entities. Recurrence rates being very high, proper treatment starting with definitive diagnosis is imperative.
Use of 3D printed model as an aid in surgical removal of dentigerous cyst in the left medio-lateral aspect of mandible associated with an impacted canine – A case report
Authors: Patait Mahendra , Durugkar Mrunmayee , Thakare Ashwin , Abraham Satish , Darade Omkar
Published: September 2022

Dentigerous cyst is the second most common developmental odontogenic cyst affecting 0.91-7.3% of population and always associated with an impacted tooth. They are commonly found associated with the lower third molars followed by the upper canines, lower premolars, and upper third molars.The current treatment protocol for treatment is surgical enucleation or marsupialization followed by surgical enucleation with extraction of an associated tooth.

Three-dimensional (3D) printing is an industrial revolution, in which 3D models of any object are constructed using images obtained via MRI and CT. The procedure uses materials like plastic or metal, which are deposited layer by layer to prepare model. In the medicine, 3D printing has been growing from assistance in diagnosis to surgical applications and used widely for replacement of malfunctioning tissues and organs, customization of prosthesis, manufacturing of surgical implants and anatomical models for surgical diagnosis and planning.

This case report highlights the effective usage of 3D printing as an aid in the surgical removal of dentigerous cyst and impacted canine in mandibular anterior region.
Apropiación de competencias de investigación en estudiantes de Enfermería y Trabajo Social
Authors: Benavídez Andrea Analía , Trad Malmod Gabriela Belén , Luna Cecilia
Published: September 2022

Los desafíos actuales en torno a la alfabetización académica universitaria y capacidades para la investigación que enfrentan las universidades son un gran reto para toda la comunidad universitaria. Distintos trabajos exponen que tanto la apropiación de capacidad para la investigación como el trabajo de alfabetización académica en la educación universitaria deben ser incorporados en la enseñanza y aprendizajes.
El objetivo de este trabajo es analizar la apropiación de la propuesta pedagógica centrada en fortalecer las competencias en investigación del estudiantado, coordinando contenidos transversales y contenidos específicos en dos asignaturas de grado, Epistemología de las Ciencias Sociales y Filosofía II. Ambas titulaciones de la Universidad Nacional de San Juan tienen en común que focalizan el perfil de sus egresados y egresadas en el ejercicio profesional en la intervención tanto en lo social como en el ámbito de la salud.
El diseño metodológico comienza con una primera fase de búsqueda de antecedentes y análisis de debilidades de competencias de investigación del estudiantado con base en estudios teóricos y empíricos. La segunda fase se centra en la justificación de la implementación de las prácticas pedagógicas, orientación del estudiantado, uso de técnicas y estrategias vinculadas con la investigación e integración de las competencias de investigación y alfabetización. En la última fase se realiza una evaluación sobre la percepción del estudiantado en relación a la apropiación de dichas herramientas. Para ello, se ha implementado un cuestionario mixto cualitativo-cuantitativo sobre competencias de investigación, constituido por 33 ítems cerrados y 2 preguntas abiertas al que respondieron voluntariamente 52 estudiantes que participaron en el estudio.
A modo de cierre, se busca reflejar en las conclusiones las formas que asume la autopercepción del estudiantado en relación a la apropiación de competencias de alfabetización específica universitaria y competencias investigativas para el manejo de fuentes. El desafío que surge frente a estas temáticas muestra la necesidad de avanzar en la construcción de herramientas que cooperen en el fortalecimiento de los perfiles investigativos de egresados y egresadas.
Immune checkpoint inhibitor-induced myocarditis
Authors: Kushnareva E. A. , Gavrilyuk N. D. , Shuginova T. N. , Moiseeva O. M.
Published: September 2022

Progress in conservative anticancer treatment is associated with an increase in long-term side effects of drugs in patients with successfully treated oncology. Immune checkpoint-inhibitors (ICI) belongs to group of anticancer immunotherapy. The most life threating cardiovascular adverse event are Checkpoint-associated myocarditis. This review provides information about potential mechanisms of immune related adverse events of ICI, epidemiology and clinical features of Checkpoint-associated myocarditis.
Malignant trophoblastic disease: a rare tumor requiring personalized treatment. Stateof-the-art
Authors: Ulrikh E. A. , Dikareva E. L. , Zhamborova O. A. , Dzharbaeva A. D. , Pervunina T. M. , Komlichenko E. V. , Protsenko S. A. , Teletaeva G. M. , Lee O. A. , Osipova N. A. , Zazerskaya I. E. , Govorov I. E. , Baksanova A. Z. , Mashchenko I. A. , Vyshedkevich E. D. , Urmancheeva A. F. , Semiglazova T. Y.
Published: September 2022

Gestational trophoblastic disease (GTD) is a rare tumor characterized by spectrum of trophoblastic proliferative disorders associated with pregnancy. These neoplasms occur in less than 1% of female genital malignancies. There is a high curability of the disease even in the presence of disseminated process with the ability to preserve reproductive function. However, this is possible if timely diagnosis and adequate treatment tactics were applied. The article presents a review of the literature and the summary of guidelines of treatment of this malignancy.
Updated classification of tumors of the central nervous system as the basis for individual patient therapy
Authors: Zrelov A. A. , Nechaeva N. E. , Voinov N. E.
Published: September 2022

This article focuses on the latest edition of the World Health Organization (WHO) classification of primary tumors of the central nervous system (CNS), which was released in 2021, and the changes in it that may have an impact on clinical practice in neurooncology. The literature review considers a modern hybrid histo-molecular approach to the taxonomy and nomenclature of primary CNS tumors. The considered aspects of the 5th edition of the classification are necessary for pathologists and specialists in the field of neurooncology.
Triple targeted therapy is a new perspective treatment strategy for patients with FLT3-mutated acute myeloid leukemia. the literature review and single-centre experience
Authors: Prokopyev A. E. , Shatilova A. A. , Budaeva I. G. , Reshetova A. I. , Badaev R. Sh. , Motorin D. V. , Kovalchuk K. A. , Ershova A. E. , Tochenaya E. N. , Ivanov V. V. , Bogdanov K. V. , Mirolyubova Yu. V. , Tolstopyatova E. V. , Nikulina T. S. , Alekseeva Yu. A. , Girshova L. L.
Published: September 2022

Internal tandem duplication is the most common form of mutation in FMS-like tyrosine kinase 3 (FLT3) in different haematological malignancies, highlighting in acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) and is associated with increased risk of relapse and reduced overall survival. A major breakthrough in the treatment of FLT3-mutated AML has been achieved through the use of highly selective FLT3 tyrosine kinase inhibitors, both in monotherapy and in combination with standard intensive cytotoxic chemotherapy. The desire to improve the outcomes of patients with AML, including those with relapse and refractory disease, has led to attempts to use non-standard therapeutic options. Enhancement of the antileukemic effects of the second-generation FLT3 inhibitor Gilteritinib may be achieved through synergy with the hypomethylating agent 5-azacytidine and the selective Bcl-2 inhibitor Venetoclax. Thus, targeted triple therapy is a promising option in the treatment of patients with FLT3-mutated AML. This study sought to evaluate the effectiveness of “triple therapy” regimen in 4 patients with relapsed/refractory FLT3 mutated AML. We found that the use of this combination showed rapid response with good safety and frequently allowed subsequent transplant and achieve durable clinical benefit.
Individual approach in the treatment of prolactinoma in a patient with multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 syndrome
Authors: Kravchuk E. N. , Tsoy U. A. , Sereda S. V. , Grineva E. N.
Published: September 2022

Prolactinoma and associated hyperprolactinemia is one of the main causes of infertility. The disease can develop within the framework of multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 (MEN 1), and the management of such patients may differ from the treatment of sporadic forms. The article presents a clinical case of a patient with prolactinoma that developed as part of MEN1 syndrome who planned pregnancy. An individual approach to the choice of therapeutic tactics was demonstrated, which allowed solving the problem of restoring fertility.
Spinal cord stimulation for freezing of gait in Parkinson's disease and progressive supranuclear palsy: a case series
Authors: Kovalev Vladislav V. , Bril Ekaterina V. , Semenov Maksim S. , Seliverstov Yury A. , Lepsveridze Levan T.
Published: September 2022

Background: Freezing of gait (FOG) in Parkinson's disease (PD) and progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) exert a significant adverse impact on the patients quality of life, the degree of their disability, and the risk of falls. A specific characteristic of FOG is a poor response to medical treatment. According to the data of open-label clinical trials and clinical case series published in the last decade, spinal cord stimulation (SCS) can be considered as one of the methods to improve this type of movement disorders.
Materials and methods: We present a clinical series of patients with PD and PSP, who underwent implantation of a chronic epidural SCS system at the mid-thoracic level to correct FOG. The efficacy of surgical treatment was assessed at 2 and 5 months with the following scales and questionnaires: part III Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale of Movement Disorder Society (MDS-UPDRS), Freezing of Gait Questionnaire (FOG-Q), Activity-Specific Balance Confidence Scale (ABC), Parkinson's Disease Quality of Life Questionnaire-8 (PDQ-8), Time up and Go Test (TUG), 10 Meter Walk Test. The patients were asked to report possible adverse reactions after the procedure.
Results: The results of a 5-month follow-up were obtained from 4 patients (2 with PD and 2 with PSP). There were no adverse events associated with SCS. Оnly one patient with PD experienced a decrease in the severity of motor symptoms according to the MDS-UPDRS part III scale. An increase in the speed of 10 meters' walking distance and TUG test performance was observed in 3 patients. All patients reported an improvement in the quality of life (according to the PDQ-8 questionnaire) and confidence in maintaining balance (according to the ABC questionnaire) by month 2 after surgery. However, at month 5, a negative trend was noted again.
Conclusion: The SCS method was safe in all 4 clinical cases described. There was a positive effect of SCS on the improvement of FOG and postural balance in PD and PSP. However, the duration of the therapeutic effect may vary.
Mechanization of fibre extraction: an eco-friendly alternative method of jute retting
Authors:   Bangladesh Jute Research Institute, Nasreen M. A. , Ali M. M. , Akhter S. , Tahmina  , Dayan M. A. R. , Uddin M. M.
Published: September 2022

Jute retting has become a major obstacle for cultivation of jute due to water scarcity. Not only that, the water retting generates waste water and causes environmental pollution. This experiment was conducted to extract fibre through a mechanical process instead of extracting traditional water retting to overcome the problem. Machine extraction and water retting methods were applied to non-retted ribbons. Physico- chemical properties were then determined of the extracted fibre samples. The promising result obtained that the fibre extraction from ribbon is possible by the developed fibre extractor machine. Machine extracted fibre of the bottom portion shows similar strength and luster property like water retted fibre of the bottom. Middle portion of the machine extracted fibre showed a significantly higher luster property compared to water retted middle portion. Machine extracted fibres were coarse compared to water retted fibre. Water retting process produced finer quality fibre. Machine extracted fibres contain lower cellulose, higher hemicellulose and higher lignin compared to water retted fibre. These results show the possibility of developing alternative bast fibre extraction processes employing machine not undergoing water retting method.
Impact of different treatments on mat type seedling
Authors:   Bangladesh Rice Research Institute, Hossen M. A. , Tamanna T. A. , Mamun M. R. A. , Shahed A. B. M.​
Published: September 2022

Since seedlings are raised throughout the chilly months of November and December, a cold mitigation technique at the seedling stage is a must during Boro season. This study was conducted at Agricultural and Bio-systems Engineering Lab under Farm Power and Machinery department at Sylhet Agricultural University during the 2018-19 academic year. The study aimed to evaluate the effect of biotic or abiotic factors that influenced seedling germination and growth during Boro season. With three replications, the experiment was done in a two-factor design. As abiotic stress control variables, a total of six treatments were taken under two different thicknesses (0.04 mm and 0.08 mm) of white polythene shed covering day time alone (12 hours) and day and night time (24 hours). To reduce biotic stress on early seedlings grown in plastic trays, two fungicides (Atavo and Autostin) and MoP fertilizer were employed in germination and rolling quality of seedling mat, seedling elevated plastic trays showed significantly superior results compared to the traditional method. In the uncovered tray, where no treatment was given, the fungal infection was severe. Seedlings that covered both thicknesses of polythene (0.04 mm and 0.08 mm) and prepared seed with both fungicides (Atavo and Autostin) exhibited significant resistance to fungal attack. Consequently, 0.08 mm thick white polythene as a covering mechanism and MoP as a treatment method was advised for seedlings growing in Sylhet's cold weather. Pre-treated seedlings with Autostin and the biotic stress management component fungicide Atavo recommended to avoid fungal infestation.
​Multifunctional Finishing of Textiles using Microencapsulated Vetiver Essential Oil: A Review
Authors: Rukhaya S. , Rose N.M. , Yadav S.
Published: September 2022

Consumers awareness toward usages of natural ingredient for finishing textiles has built an ever-growing demand. New textile technologies have empowered the application of new ingredient on the fabric to provide its functional benefits to the end product. Essential oil has gained popularity as they symbolize “green” alternative and have been used to add specific function to textile due to their eco-friendly and biodegradable nature. Some essential oils, which can be used to infuse textiles with aroma, are also known to attain antimicrobial, antifungal, antiviral, antiseptic and antioxidant properties that can be useful for different textile applications. Aromatherapy is a form of an alternative medicine in which essential oils are used to impart therapeutic effects. It is important to develop textile materials with added functional properties in order to promote healthy and eco-friendly life style. Vetiver is one of the multipurpose essential oil that is economically and ecologically important. The main action of vetiver esssential oil is on the nervous system and it is both sedative and strengthening in effect. It has been traditionally used in aromatherapy from a long period of time for relieving stress, anxiety, depression, tension and insomnia. Therefore, vetiver essential oil can be used to impart finishing onto the textiles to develop functionalized textiles with useful properties.
Explore Youth involvement in Peace building
Authors: Abdisa Benti Mekonen
Published: September 2022

The purpose of this study was to explore youth involvement in Peace building in selected Kebeles of Mandi town in Oromia regional State of Ethiopia and Prospects of Youth involvement in Peace building. Simple descriptive design were used inorder to selected Kebeles of Mandi town in Oromia regional State and data were collected through the questionnaire, interview and FGD.
COVID-19 pandemic, family climate, and social media addiction among pharmacy faculty students
Authors: Ozden-Yıldırım Melis Seray
Published: September 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic led to social isolation. This resulted in the use of the internet in connection with the outside world. This poses a risk for social media addiction, both now and in the future. This study aims to investigate the relationship between social media addiction and family climate in the shade of the COVID-19 pandemic. Besides, social media addiction was studied according to demographical features as the subgoals of the study. The research was conducted on 364 university students from the pharmacy faculty. Data were collected with a questionnaire, based on Demographical Information Form, Social Media Addiction Scale, and Family Climate Scale. The results showed that there were negative correlations between social media addiction and the cognitive cohesion subdimension of family climate. Only cognitive cohesion predicted social media addiction significantly. As a result of the study, the family relationships of the students were also examined within the scope of the pandemic period and their relationship with social media addiction was emphasized.

 

Keywords: Addiction; Covid-19; family; Pandemic; social media.
Trends in IgG Antibody Levels in Covid-19 Patients in Different Clinical Manifestations in Bengkulu City: Cohort Study
Authors: Rizqoh Debie , Nugrahaeni Enny , Sundari Mulya , Triana Dessy , Sariyanti Mardhatillah , Massardi Nikki Aldi
Published: September 2022

More than two years have lasted since the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic. The case of Covid-19 in Indonesia has spread to all provinces and areas such as Bengkulu City. This study aims to determine the profile of clinical manifestations and antibody dynamics in Covid-19 patients in Bengkulu City. This study used a cohort design on Covid-19 patients at two Bengkulu City referral hospitals, M. Yunus Hospital and Harapan dan Doa Hospital. Data on clinical manifestations were obtained from the medical records of Covid-19 patients. Meanwhile, to determine the level of IgM and IgG antibodies, patient serum samples were taken directly from respondents from the beginning of hospital admission three times on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd weeks. Then the samples were examined by immunofluorescent assay method. The results of this study indicate that, in general, there are no significant differences in anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgG levels in Covid-19 patients in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd weeks of Covid-19 in Bengkulu City. The Spearman correlation test also showed no correlation between IgG levels and the clinical manifestations of Covid-19. Although not statistically significant, there was a trend towards differences in antibody levels in patients with mild, moderate and severe clinical manifestations. The results of this study indicate that there are variations in antibody dynamics in Covid-19 patients in Bengkulu City.
Irigasi Air Tanah Mendukung Pertanaman Kacang Tanah, Jagung dan Kedelai di Lahan Kering pada Musim Kemarau
Authors: Anshori Arif , Suswatiningsih Tri Endar
Published: September 2022

The provision of water for plants is a major component supporting the success of planting on dry land. One source of water that can be utilized is groundwater. This study aims to determine the use of groundwater in supporting the cultivation of groundnut, corn and soybeans on dry land during dry season. The study used plots of farmers' land to grow groundnut, corn and soybeans complete with technology packages for each commodity. The application of technology includes cultivating groundnut by farmers and cultivating groundnut, corn and soybeans according to the recommended technology components. Harvest data were analyzed descriptively. Economic analysis is used to calculate the profitability and feasibility of farming. The results showed that corn plants with technology recommendations gave the highest yield, dry seeds of 5.50 tons ha-1, dry biomass of 18.63 tons ha-1, with carbon absorption in seeds of 2.62 tons ha-1 and biomass of 8.92 tons ha-1. The profit from corn cultivation was 22,090,000 IDR ha-1 with a benefit-cost (B/C) of 1.35, groundnut 20,985,000 IDR, with a higher B/C of 1.50. Soybean plants provide the lowest profit and B/C, amounting to 4,124,000 IDR and 0.26. Technologically and economically, the cultivation of groundnut, corn and soybeans with the support of groundwater irrigation is feasible to develop on dry land during the dry season. Socially, groundnut is more accepted by farmers.
KAJIAN PROGRAM TAHFIZ QUR’AN DI MTSN 5 AGAM: PENDEKATAN EVALUASI PROGRAM PENDIDIKAN METODE CIPPO
Authors: Fahmi Zul , Seprina Elza , Yatmi Fri , Evanita Susi
Published: September 2022

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi pelaksanaan program sekolah MTsN 5 Agam yaitu ProgramTahfidz Qur’an sebagai salah satu Mata Pelajar muatan wajib disekialh tersebut. Penenlitian ini menganalisis program pendidikan MTsN 5 Agam dengan menggunakan model evaluasi CIPPO ((komponen konteks (C), masukan atau Input (I), Proses (P), dan hasil atau produk (P), juga diperlukan evaluasi terhadap dampak atau outcome (O)). Penelitian ini merupakan jenis penelitian kualitatif, kemudahan menggunakan jenis penelitian kualitatif ini adalah karena mudah untuk menyesuaikan jenis penelitian kualitatif ketika berhadapan dengan berbagai realitas. Hasil peenlitin ini menunjukan bahwa setiap aspek evaluasi menunjukan hasil yang sangat baik, sehingga dapat dikatakan bahwa program yang dilakasanakan sangat baik.
EVALUASI PROGRAM PEMBELAJARAN SEJARAH DARING DENGAN MODEL CIPP
Authors: Habib Akbar Nurhakim  , Fahruddin
Published: September 2022

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengkaji terkait evaluasi program pembelajaran sejarah daring disekolah dengan model CIPP yang terdiri dari evaluasi konteks, masukan, proses, dan produk. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode kualitatif. Model CIPP dalam penelitian ini meliputi evaluasi konteks yang diterapkan pada media pembelajaran, evaluasi masukan yang diterapkan pada kinerja guru, evaluasi proses yang diterapkan pada sikap siswa, dan evaluasi produk yang diterapkan pada kecakapan akademik siswa. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa model CIPP  dinilai tepat dalam mengevaluasi program pembelajaran sejarah daring, karena semua komponen dalam model CIPP dapat mengevalusi masing-masing sasaran evaluasi secara lebih komprehensif.
KARAKTERISTIK BUTIR SOAL TES MATA KULIAH MATRIKS & RUANG VEKTOR MAHASISWA MATEMATIKA
Authors: Gusmizain Anggrina
Published: September 2022

The purpose of this research is to obtain information about the characteristics of the items that provide an overview of the evaluation of the test questions and can be used as input in the preparation of further test questions using the anates program description version 4. The method used in this research is case study research with a quantitative descriptive approach. In this study, there were 75 mathematics students at Sebelas Maret University who took courses on matrices and vector spaces. This study focused on the analysis of validity, reliability, discriminatory power, and level of difficulty. The research instruments used were test questions, answer keys, and test results. The test used in the form of subjective questions as many as 10 items. The results showed that the validity of the items was valid and significant, highly reliable with a reliability index of 0.777, the level of difficulty was dominated by the very easy category with a percentage of 70%, and poor discriminatory power with a percentage of 50%.
CONFIRMATORY FACTOR ANALYSIS INSTRUMEN SIKAP SOSIAL SAINS SISWA SMA
Authors: Sriyono  , Purwoko Riawan Yudi
Published: September 2022

The social attitude toward science has an essential role in supporting the success of learning science, so valid and reliable measuring tools are needed. This study aims to test the validity and construct reliability of the science attitude instrument. The research subjects involved in this study were 220 high school students of class X. The collected data were then analyzed using confirmatory factor analysis (LISREL version 8.80). The results of the research show that the aspects of honesty, discipline, responsibility, tolerance, cooperation, courtesy, and confidence with their indicators can describe the social attitudes of science. The theoretical model of the designed social science attitude variable turned out to be in accordance with the empirical data. The social science attitude instrument developed has a strong validity (> 0.5) with reliability (CR = 0.98). The confidence factor in this social science attitude instrument is the confidence factor, with a loading factor value of 0.72. In contrast, the weakest factor is honesty, with a loading factor value of 0.57.
Analysis of the Importance of Guidance and Counseling Services for Students
Authors: Sutirna Sutirna , Intisari Intisari
Published: September 2022

This study aims to describe the importance of guidance and counseling services for students, subjects in this study were students of mathematics education who are taking courses in guidance and counseling, This research method using a questionnaire in the form of a question and students respond via email, the results are analyzed, then tabulated in the frequency table of respondents, which is then presented with the number of perceptions. The results of this study found that the development of the era, family factors, IT development, excellent Guidance and Counseling services, individual development, individual experience, future and potential development are important guidance and counseling services for students to be well organized at every level of education. The conclusion from the results of this study is that guidance and counseling services must be carried out optimally at all levels of education, guidance and counseling services are important for students to be able to prepare and anticipate life and life, both for today and in the future, and guidance and counseling services. Counseling should be a place for students to consult various problems, not the other way around being a place that is feared by students.
THE EFFECT OF VISIONER LEADERSHIP, AND LEARNING INNOVATION ON TEACHER PERFORMANCE ALIYAH STATE MADRASAH MEDAN CITY-INDONESIA
Authors: Said Ashlan  , HAMBALI HAMBALI
Published: September 2022

The reason for this research is to find out and analyze: (1) the effect of visionary leadership on teacher performance, and (2) the effect of learning innovation on teacher performance. The research subjects were the teachers of the Madrasah Aliyah Negeri Medan City with a total sample of 182 people taken by means of stratified proportional random sampling, the data were analyzed using path analysis after calculating the correlation of all research variables in the form of a matrix. The results of the analysis of the effect of exogenous variables on endogenous variables in each substructure obtained (1) visionary leadership has a positive effect on teacher performance by 5.2% (2) learning innovation behavior has a positive effect on teacher performance by 3.1%. The results of the study illustrate that (1) there is a positive direct influence of visionary leadership on teacher performance by 5.2%, and (2) there is a direct positive influence of learning innovation on teacher performance of 3.1%
The Trend of Using the Same Platform in Distance Learning during the Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Zulfa Vania , Elmanora Elmanora , Oktaviani Maya
Published: September 2022

This study aims to determine students' tendency to use the same or different platforms in distance learning to create effective and joyful learning. The study was conducted on 119 students from the Department of Family Welfare Education, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, from April to May 2020. The research was conducted using survey methods—data collected through questionnaires and online interviews. Data analyzed descriptively. The results showed that 74 of 119 students preferred using the same platform during learning. The consistent use of platforms makes it easier for students to access so that the student just focus on lecture material.
The Strategic Transfer of Intangible Assets via Twitter by Spanish Listed Companies in Times of Crisis
Authors: Rangel-Perez Celia , Miquel-Segarra Susana , Musico-Nombella Daniela
Published: September 2022

In times of crisis such as the one we have experienced due to COVID-19, listed companies have enhanced the communication of their intangible assets. Thus, the aim of this research is to study how listed companies in Spain have used one of the most popular social channels, such as Twitter, to transfer their intangible assets to their stakeholders. To this end, the communication of IBEX35 companies in Spain with a verified corporate profile on Twitter has been studied during the first phase of the COVID-19 pandemic. Among the main results, it should be noted that the transfer of intangible assets has been based on a strategy where providing added value was the connecting axis of the communication actions implemented and the content provided on Twitter. Hence, this work demonstrates that companies can provide added value in social networks to generate trust, build long-term relationships and strengthen their competitive advantage.
Twitter’s Role in Digital Democracy, Post-Truth, and Political Polarization
Authors: Yegen Ceren , Ayhan Bünyamin , Demir Yavuz
Published: September 2022

Although the presidential election in the United States of America (USA) in November 2020 took place under the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become one of the important points in terms of digitalization and the agenda. Donald Trump, who lost the election to Joe Biden, challenged the results, and even refused to concede for some time. Joe Biden, who based his election campaign on democracy and diversity, took the oath of office as the 46th President of the United States on January 20, 2021. His inauguration ceremony was marked by a call for “unity”. The ceremony became the agenda of social media as well as traditional media, and users simultaneously shared posts reflecting their views and attitudes on social media platforms. Most of these posts (on Twitter) were made using the hashtags #DonaldTrump and #inaugurationday. The discussion and political polarization that started during the election process continued after the election through social networks. In the study, the role of Twitter in digital democracy as well as its potential to serve as a public space were examined through the network and its features, interactions, and factions that were formed within the framework of the related hashtags on the inauguration day (January 20, 2021). Methodologically, social network analysis was utilized. The results indicate that the political agenda-setters on Twitter are dominating and resonate with users in terms of interaction.
The Policy to State HOTS in Basic Competence (KD) of 2013 English Curriculum and English Teachers’ Practice in Developing Indicator Achievement
Authors: Hafifah Dr. Gusti Nur , Purwati Oikurema , Munir Ahmad
Published: September 2022

Higher order thinking skills (HOTS) are already a trend in educational sector. Indonesian government also recommends HOTS in the national curriculum. The concepts of HOTS are applied as a policy in the competences required (based on the regulation of Ministry of Education number 22 in 2016) of the 2013 English Curriculum. The concepts of HOTS are applied in statements of ‘basic competences’ (as known as KD) in the 2013 English Curriculum (syllabus). The purpose of stating HOTS concepts in ‘KD’ to make all of the process of teaching and learning resulted on the students’ ability to be able to think and practice higher order thinking skills in their daily life. As represented in the ‘basic competences’ (KD) of 2013 English curriculum (syllabus revised edition), HOTS can be considered as the significant point in developing indicator (as the objective) of teaching and learning. The development of indicators should be in line with the theory of HOTS, from analyzing, evaluating and creating (based on the revised Bloom taxonomy). However, there are a lot of English teachers who still get difficulties in developing appropriate teaching learning indicators in fulfilling HOTS concepts. In national practice, the policy of implementing HOTS as the basic competences may not be carried out fully by the Indonesian English teachers. There is also a tendency to ignore the discussion of developing appropriate indicator achievement as the learning objectives.
Massinissa, der ‚Zivilisator Numidiens‘, zwischen literarischen topoi und archäologischem Befund
Authors: Eibeck David Philipp
Published: September 2022

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Rezension zu: Michael Zerjadtke, Das Amt ›Dux‹ in Spätantike und frühem Mittelalter. Der ›ducatus‹ im Spannungsfeld zwischen römischem Einfluss und eigener Entwicklung
Authors: Michel Christian
Published: September 2022

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ITTIHAD AND IKHTILAF AL MATHLA' (DISCOURSE AND ITS IMPLEMENTATION)
Authors: Nisa' Izza Nur Fitrotun , Ulinnuha Mochamad
Published: September 2022

The determination of the day in Islam is particularly influential, especially in terms of worship, the determination of the beginning of the islamic lunar month, which corresponds to the circulation of the Moon. One Hijri month comprises 29 or 30 days. There are two methods in calculating the beginning of the islamic lunar month, that is the hisab method and the rukyat method. From both approaches, the term mathla' (area boundaries based on the reach of the new Moon) originates. Mathla' is divided into mathla' ikhtilaf (local mathla') and mathla' ittihad (global mathla'). From the two mathla', there are diverse opinions regarding the use of mathla'. Therefore, the government is present and seeks to avoid this imbalance through imkan ar rukyat. This research involves qualitative research, categorized as library research, described descriptively with systematic, correct explanations and relevant sources. The dialogue on the two mathla' is reaping the pros and downsides among numerous madhhab imams and Muslim personalities. The three madhhab priests believe that global mathla' is the reference for the people, except for the Shafi'i priest. Figures such as Hasbi Ash shiddieqy consider that global mathla 'as a basis for attaining the unity of the ummah. In contrast to Thomas Djamaluddin, Basit Wahid and Yusuf al-Qaradhawi who prefer local mathla' as a reference. This study also examines the application connected to mathla', namely the Islamic Calendar at Turkey's International Hijri Calendar Unity Conference (IHCUC) congress. What has implications or effects if the new moon on one continent has appeared is not necessarily the same on other continents. This happens because  the geographical position of the area is different. It gives a favourable critique to establish a shared opinion for the benefit of the people.
ACEH LOCAL WISDOM IN THE METHOD OF DETERMINING THE HIJRI CALENDAR
Authors: Putri Hasna Tuddar , Qodir Ibnu
Published: September 2022

Calendars with cultural nuances are part of local wisdom that should be preserved, one of which is the formulation of Sheikh Abbas Kutakarang's calendar from Aceh. This article aims to see how Sheikh Abbas Kutakarang shaped local wisdom in the method of determining the classical Hijri calendar in Aceh. This article is qualitative in nature by using library data with content analysis method. The primary data source used is the book of Tāj al-Mulūk by Sheikh Abbas Kutakarang. This article finds that there are characteristics of local wisdom in determining the classical Hijri calendar in Aceh in different methods and algorithms from classical Javanese reckoning. These differences have an impact on differences in determining the beginning of the Hijri year. This method is a representation of local wisdom in the Hijri calendar in Aceh.