bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Character development strategies through the soft skills training to students for job readiness
Authors: Rosidah Rosidah , Sasmita Nadia , Wisataone Voettie , Hanafi Mochamad
Published: November 2022

Instilling the character values is realized through a learning process that aims to equip graduates with job readiness and help internalize values for student life on campus and in society. This study aims to investigate the effects of giving soft skills training on student character development. The research respondents consisted of 148 students. This study employed a quantitative approach. Primary data were gathered using a questionnaire. The data validity utilized content validity and item validation with product moment Pearson correlation analysis. Data analysis used paired-sample tests. The results show that there was a significant difference in the student’s character before and after obtaining soft skill materials. Student character values are better after being given soft skill training than before getting soft skill training.
An Analysis of Priorities in Developing Virtual Reality Programs for Core Nursing Skills: Cross-sectional Descriptive Study Using the Borich Needs Assessment Model and Locus for Focus Model
Authors: Jeong EunYoung , Lim JunSeo
Published: November 2022

Background

There are limitations to conducting face-to-face classes following the recent COVID-19 pandemic. Web-based education is no longer a temporary form of teaching and learning during unusual events, such as pandemics, but has proven to be necessary to uphold in parallel with offline education in the future. Therefore, it is necessary to scientifically organize the priorities of a learner needs analysis by systematically and rationally investigating and analyzing the needs of learners for the development of virtual reality (VR) programs for core nursing skills (CNS).

Objective

This study aimed to identify the priorities of learners’ needs for the development of VR programs for CNS using the Locus for Focus Model and Borich need assessment model.

Methods

The participants included nursing students in South Korea who were in their second year or higher and had taken courses in fundamental nursing or CNS-related classes. The survey took place from May 20 to June 25, 2021. A total of 337 completed questionnaires were collected. Of these, 222 were used to conduct the final analysis. The self-report questionnaire consisted of 3 parts: perception of VR programs, demand for developing VR programs, and general characteristics. The general characteristics of the participants were analyzed using descriptive statistics. To determine the priority of the demand for developing VR programs for CNS, the Locus for Focus Model and the Borich priority formula were used.

Results

In all, 7 skills were identified as being of the top priority for development, including intramuscular injection, intradermal injection, tube feeding, enema, postoperative care, supplying oxygen via nasal cannula, and endotracheal suction.

Conclusions

The analysis showed that nursing students generally needed and prioritized the development of VR programs for the nursing skills involving invasive procedures. The results of this study are intended to help in various practical education classes using VR programs in nursing departments, which are currently facing difficulties in teaching CNS on the web owing to COVID-19.
Host-independent deletion hotspots in the SARS-CoV-2 genome (Preprint)
Authors: Khalid Mohammad
Published: November 2022

BACKGROUND

SARS-CoV-2 infects a wide range of hosts in varying degrees. The RNA genome of SARS-CoV-2 makes it prone to mutations. Advantageous mutations help the virus to endure and the virus maintains such mutations across various host species.

OBJECTIVE

A comprehensive examination of the pattern of deletions in the SARS-CoV-2 genome derived from various hosts and their potential impact on immune escape is urgently required.

METHODS

Here in this study, all non-human hosts-derived SARS-CoV-2 genomic sequences from the GISAID database were analyzed

RESULTS

This study identified 10 deletion hotspots in the SARS-CoV-2 genome, which are preserved by the virus, across various host species, indicating their important role in the virus evolution. Out of these 10, 6 deletion hotspots were found in most of the hosts with high frequency and 8 deletion hotspots were also reported in human-derived SARS-CoV-2 genomes in various studies.

CONCLUSIONS

These deletion hotspots affect the pathogenicity and virulence of the virus and have a role in molecular and serological diagnostics. Potentially, they can lead to neutralizing antibody escape resulting in vaccine failure and the development of drug-resistant variants.

CLINICALTRIAL

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Internet accessibility and incident depressive symptoms in middle aged and older adults in China: a national longitudinal cohort study (Preprint)
Authors: Zhao Yuhong , Zhang Hehua , Zhang Han , Shan Lishen , Xia Yang
Published: November 2022

BACKGROUND

Previous evidences regarding the association between internet use and depressive symptoms in older adults have been inconsistent. With the rapid development of the Internet over the past ten years, its widespread applications and accessibility may cause dynamic changes in the association between internet use and depressive symptoms.

OBJECTIVE

We aim to explore the association between internet accessibility (including broadband connection, internet use, frequency, and devices for internet use), as well as its changes, and the risk of incident depressive symptoms for middle aged and older adults based on a longitudinal national cohort study in China.

METHODS

8772 participants from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study with 7-year follow-ups were included. Cox proportional hazards regressions were used to explore risk of incident depressive symptoms. Hazard ratios (HRs) and 95% Confidence Intervals [CI] were presented.

RESULTS

Incidence density for depressive symptoms was 53.89 for every 1000 persons. The rate of internet usage by middle aged and older adults in China increased evidently from 2012 to 2018 (16.39% vs 77.41%). We found that broadband internet connection (BIC) (Hazard ratio [HR] = 0.80, 95% Confidence Interval [CI]: 0.71, 0.90) and moderate frequency of internet use (IU) (HR = 0.30, 95%CI: 0.10, 0.92) were associated with decreased risk of depressive symptoms. Participants who changed from no internet accessibility to internet accessibility were associated with a lower risk of depressive symptoms (BIC: HR = 0.46, 95%CI: 0.41, 0.51; IU: HR = 0.42, 95%CI: 0.34, 0.51). Using large screen devices (such as computer or tablets) (HR = 0.64, 95%CI: 0.45, 0.91) for internet access, instead of using cell phones or smart phones, was associated with lower risk of depressive symptoms.

CONCLUSIONS

We recommend that older adults should be encouraged to use the Internet; however, online time, frequency, and devices for internet use should be considered simultaneously.
Lithocarpus encleisocarpus (Korth.) A. Camus - A newly recorded from Vietnam and its phylogenetic relationship based on genome-wide SNPs
Authors: Nguyen Van Ngoc , Hoang Thi Binh
Published: November 2022

A newly recorded Lithocarpus (Fagaceae) species for the flora of Vietnam, namely Lithocarpus encleisocarpus (Korth.) A.Camus was reported in this study. This species is most morphologically similar to L. dahuoaiensis Ngoc & L.V. Dung in having a completely entire leaf margin, solitary cupule, long stalks of fruits, deeply cup-shaped or turbinate cupules, with several horizontal filiform lines, but it differs from the latter by having cupules almost completely covering the nut, surface of the cupule densely fulvous tomentose by stellate hairs, secondary veins 8-10 pairs. This study provides the phylogenetic relationship of L. encleisocarpus with its close species based on genome-wide SNPs. Taxonomic treatment, photographs, information on distribution and habitat, and the GenBank accession number for DNA barcodes of the species are also provided.
Gambaran Histopatologi Hepatopankreas Kepiting Bakau (Scylla serrata) di Kawasan Estuari Alue Naga, Banda Aceh Indonesia
Authors: Putra Dedi Fazriansyah , Fajar Nurul , Iskandar Cut Dahlia
Published: November 2022

The study aimed to investigate the histopathology status of the hepatopancreas of mangrove crabs (Scylla serrata) in the Alue Naga estuary area, Banda Aceh, Indonesia. The research was conducted in September and October 2020. The purposive sampling method was used where the determination of the location was based on water conditions and anthropogenic activities near the estuary. The mangrove crabs (Scylla serrata) sampling location was implemented within three sampling sites in the Krueng Cut estuary, Gampong Alue Naga, Syiah Kuala District, Banda Aceh. Histopathological analysis was carried out in the histology laboratory, Syiah Kuala University. The results showed that there were changes in the hepatopancreas in the form of irregular lumen star shape, the formation of vacuoles and basophilic hypertrophy. These hepatopancreas changes were assumed due to water pollution generated by anthropogenic activities from local settlements and household industries. Therefore, it is suggested to conduct further research regarding water quality parameters and heavy metal concentration within this sampling area.
Respon Imun Seluler Ayam Petelur Pascavaksinasi Avian Influenza Subtipe H5N1 Isolat dari Bali
Authors: Kencana Gusti Ayu Yuniati , Sari Tri Komala , Suartha I Nyoman , Ramanda I Ketut Tomy Caesar , Kendran Anak Agung Sagung
Published: November 2022

Avian Influenza subtype H5N1 (AI-H5N1) is a malignant virus that is very detrimental to laying chickens because it is highly contagious and mutates easily. Prevention of AI-H5N1 disease in laying chickens is carried out by vaccination, therefore to maintain the quality of the vaccine, continuous research is needed. This study aims to determine the potential of AI-H5N1 vaccine isolates from Bali as measured based on cellular immune response based on total and differential leukocyte cells. Formation of antibodies is influenced by the nonspecific and specific immune system involving leukocytes, especially lymphocytes. Total of 40 layers of Novogen Brown strain were used for the research sample, kept since the age of one day on a commercial farm in Perean Village, Tabanan Regency, Bali. Laying chickens are vaccinated at 5 weeks of age by intramuscular injection. Total of 20 chikens were taken randomly and used for the sample. Blood draws were performed once pre-vaccination and five times each week after vaccination with anticoagulants. Total leukocytes were examined by an auto hematology analyzer, while differential leucocytes with thin blood smear stained with Giemsa. Total and differential leukocyte data were analyzed by means of the variance test followed by the Duncan test. Results showed that AI-H5N1 vaccination from Bali isolates could increase total and differential leucocytes of laying chickens and had significant effect on the mean total leukocytes, the absolute values of heterophyll cells, eosinophils, lymphocytes, and monocytes, but had no significant effect on post-vaccination basophil cells.
Daya Antelmintik Serbuk Kulit Nanas (Ananas comosus) terhadap Cacing Haemochus contortus pada Domba
Authors: Pranatasari Dewi , Manik Rido Florensius , Widiarso Budi Purwo , Mubarokah Wida Wahidah
Published: November 2022

The problem facing sheep breeders in breeding sheep was digestive tract parasite of worm (nematodiasis and haemonchosis). Resistance to anthelmintics was the reason for the study of alternative medication of H. contortus infection. It aimed at finding out the effectiveness of the application of pineapple peel powder as H. contortus anthelmintic in sheep and the dose of the pineapple peel powder as the H. contortus anthelmintic. It used 15 sheep that were assigned to 5 groups. Group I served as positive control with the application of albendazole (Kalbazen) anthelmintic, Group II was treated using the pineapple peel powder at the dose of 150 mg/kg BW. Group III was treated using the pineapple peel powder at the dose of 200 mg/kg BW. Group IV was treated using the pineapple peel powder at the dose of 250 mg/kg BW. And, Group V served as negative control without any treatment. The treatments were conducted for 14 days and the resulting statistic data were analyzed using comparative descriptive method by comparing initial data (before the treatments) and final data (after the treatments). The comparative data showed that there was significant change in the observed variables. The results of the study showed that the pineapple peel powder could be used as the anthelmintic of the H. contortus in the sheep and the dose of 250 mg/kg BW most significantly decreased the mean number of the eggs of the worm per gram of feces
Komparasi Lima Jenis Primer Polymerase Chain Reaction Untuk Mengidentifikasi Kelamin Burung Famili Columbidae Yang Akurat
Authors: Fitriana Fauziah , Resita Riza , Disastra Yuda , Alfatik Gioknio Happy , Artdita Clara Ajeng , Haryanto Aris , Aziz Fatkhanuddin
Published: November 2022

Penentuan jenis kelamin pada beberapa spesies burung cukup sulit dilakukan dikarenakan jantan dan betina memiliki ciri morfologi yang sama (monomorfik), salah satunya famili Columbidae. Teknik penentuan jenis kelamin burung secara molekuler yang populer adalah metode Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) dengan gen target Chromo Helicase DNA-binding (CHD), namun keberhasilan amplifikasi gen target pada PCR tersebut dipengaruhi salah satunya kesesuaian DNA template dengan primer yang digunakan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi 5 jenis primer PCR P2/P8, 2550F/2718R, CHD1F/CHD1R, 1237L/1272H dan CHD1LF/CHD1LR untuk menentukan jenis kelamin famili Columbidae. Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan menguji 5 jenis primer tersebut di atas pada sampel DNA tiap pasang jantan dan betina dari burung merpati, balam jambi, punai, derkuku, dan perkutut. Hasil penelitian diketahui primer CHD1LF/CHD1LR menunjukkan hasil terbaik dan direkomendasikan untuk menentukan jenis kelamin famili Columbidae.
Study of Thitonia Diversifolia Extract in Histomorphology of Pancreas and Interleukin-1beta expression on Aloxan Induced Wistar Rats
Authors: Solfaine Rondius , Muniroh Lailatul , Hamid Iwan Sahrial
Published: November 2022

The purpose of this study is to determine effect of antiinflammation of Thitonia diversifolia (TD) extracts in histopathology liver and pancretic tissue on alloxan-induced in Wistar rat. Thirty two male Wistar rats (Rattus norvegicus) with a body weight (bw)150-200 g in 3 month of age, were allocated into four groups, with eight animals per group. The control group received normal saline (P0), positive control group  received CMC Na 0.01% (P1),  the treatment group were received 100 mg/kg bw of the TD extracts (P2) and received 100 mg/kg bw of the metformin (P3)  respectively for 7 days. Bloods serum collected for measuring of  blood glucose (BG). cholesterol and insulin (INS) concentrations. The levels of insulin (INS) concentrations were analysed by Avidin-Horseradish Peroxidase (HRP) Sandwich-ELISA. All animal were sacrified for tissue staining with haematoxylin eosin. Thitonia diversifolia extract significantly decreased the level of blood glucoseand choelsterol concentrations compared to the postive control group (p<0.05). The level of INS could be detected by its level significantly increased in TD treatment group (p<0.05). Histopathological showed that induction of alloxan could effect severe multifocal degeneration, vacuolisation, cell inflammation, acute langerhan cells injury with destruction cells. Immunohistochemical staining labeled with IL-1β monoclonal antibodies (Mab) showed lowering expression of IL-1β reveal as brownish color aggregates on the langerhans cells in the TD treatment group. This study was concluded that TD extract is inhibited hepatic tissue injuries and decreased destruction in langerhan cells by decreasing IL-1β expression on alloxan-induced rats.
The Vermicidal Activity of Water Extract Two Types of Ethnopharmacology Against Haemonchus contortus in Kacang Goat (Capra hircus) In-vitro
Authors: Oka Wirawan I Gusti Komang , - Suryawati , Koni Theresia Nur Indah , Wea Redempta
Published: November 2022

This research aims at determining the differences in the vermicidal activity between EADMAN and EADMDV in-vitro based on concentration and treatment time. It encompassed three groups of concentrations of EADMAN and EADMDV solution (2.5%, 3.5%, 4.5% from 0.2 g/mL each extract solution), a group of negative control (aqua pro injection), and a group of positive control (Oxfendazole 0.055%). The EADMAN and EADMDV was diluted in 1.5 mL aqua pro injection, then placed on petri dish with a concentration of 2.5%, 3.5%, 4.5% of 0.2 g/mL extract solution. Eight worms placed on each petri dish afterwards. The effectivity of EADMAN and EADMDV was determined based on the percentage of dead worms. The dead and live worms was counted from each immerse group for 1, 3, 5, 7 hours with four replications for each treatment. The vermicidal activity was indicated by touching the worms using a spatula; if it did not react, it was put in warm water. If the worms did not move, it was declared as the dead one, otherwise it was paralysed. Data of effective concentration from both extracts against vermicidal activity was analyzed using a two-way Anova, followed by Tukey test (P>0.05). The result showed the vermicidal activity of 2,5% EADMDV was significantly greater than 4.5% EADMDV, the negative control, and EADMAN at all concentrations. Meanwhile, its difference to 3.5% EADMDV and positive controls revealed insignificant results statistically. Therefore, 2.5% concentration of EADMDV with 7 hours of immersions gave the most effective vermicidal activity against Haemonchus contortus.
CUBOSOMES: A BOON FOR COSMECEUTICALS AND TOPICAL DRUG DELIVERY
Authors: CHANDRAKALA V.
Published: November 2022

Cubosomes are the nanoparticles of bicontinuous, lyotropic cubic phases, comprised of curved lipid bilayers organized into a three-dimensional honeycomb (cavernous) like structures separating two internal aqueous channels and large interfacial area. Cubic phases are optically isotropic, very viscous, and solid-like (crystalline) with cubic crystallographic symmetry. They can encapsulate hydrophilic, hydrophobic and amphiphilic drug substances, which are able to target and control the release of the bioactive agent. The cosmetic industry has made progress in the development of products to overcome skin as a barrier and deliver the actives through the skin effectively. Drug incorporated cubosomes shows some unique advantageous like, protection from chemical and physiological degradation, in vivo drug release in a controlled manner and improving the bioavailability of drug while reducing the side effect. Cubosomes are pharmacologically inactive, non-irritant, non-toxic, effective, and cosmetically acceptable. Topical drug delivery can deliver drugs selectively to the specific site; this avoids fluctuations of drug levels and improves patient compliance and suitable local and systemic therapeutic effects. Cubosomal topical drug formulation shows outstanding potential advantages for their controlled and sustained drug delivery. This review article mainly focuses on cosmetic and topical applications of cubosomes.
PANCASILA SEBAGAI PARADIGMA DALAM MENJAGA KERUKUNAN ANTAR UMAT BERAGAMA DI INDONESIA ( STUDI KASUS DI KELURAHAN PANCUR KABUPATEN LINGGA)
Authors: Daria Daria
Published: November 2022

Di dalam penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memberikan gambaran bagaimana masyarakat di Kelurahan Pancur Kabupaten Lingga mengimplementasikan nilai-nilai pancasila melalui toleransi anatar pemeluk agama serta kegiatan-kegiatan seperti apa saja yang dilakukan oleh masyarakat Kelurahan Pancur untuk menjaga agar kerukunan antar umat beragama tetap harmonis. Adapun jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian kualitatif dengan memakai sumber data primer yaitu penelitian yang melibatkan langsung tokoh-tokoh masyarakat, tokoh-tokoh agama serta pemerintah setempat. Penelitian ini juga menggunakan data sekunder yaitu merupakan data penunjang yang mana data ini diperoleh melalui kajian pustaka atau sumber bacaan seperti buku, jurnal, essai, dan makalah. Dalam penelitian teknik pengumpulan data yang dugunakan adalah observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Sedangkan teknik analisisnya penulis menggunakan langkah-langkah yaitu reduksi data, penyajian data, dan simpulan. Dari hasil penelitian ini dapatlah digambarkan bahwa di Kelurahan Pancur yang merupakan Kelurahan Sadar Kerukunan nilai-nilai pancasila terimplementasikan dengan baik. Masyarakat di kelurahan Pancur sangat mengedepankan toleransi antar umat beragama. Misalnya saling menghargai perbedaan dan peribadatan masing-masing agama walaupun rumah ibadah yang ada di Kelurahan Pancur ini sangat dekat dengan pemukiman warga, membudayakan sikap saling sapa, dan saling tolong menolong antar umat beragama yang ada di Kelurahan Pancur. Sedangkan bentuk kegiatan bersama antar umat beragama yang ada di Kelurahan Pancur yaitu melakukan senam bersama antar pemeluk agama, olahraga bersama, terlibat bersama-sama dalam kegiatan kesenian seperti acara “Pancur Karnaval”.
Adoption of Mobile Learning at Universities Using the Extended Technology Acceptance Model
Authors: Aziz Misbahul , Pramana Edwin , Junaedi Hartarto
Published: November 2022

This study aims to contribute to the proof of factors likely to determine the success of M-learning adoption based on previous research.  This is done because there are many different theoretical models proposed.  However, there is not yet a model that can be generally accepted as an established theoretical model for the adoption of M-learning in universities.  This research is expected to make a significant contribution to the development of a better theoretical understanding of the determinants that influence the adoption of M-learning using the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM).  To collect the data, researchers distributed questionnaires to respondents using google forms.  Forms are distributed via WhatsApp and Telegram.  The data used was 515 M-learning users.  Theoretical model research was carried out with Structural Equation Model (SEM) analysis, then SPSS and Amos as support for analysis.  There are six factors that determine the results of acceptance of M-leaning adoption in this study, namely Social Influence, Perceived Enjoyment, Facilitating Condition, Self-Efficacy, Perceived Usefulness, and Perceived Ease of Use.  The five factors that show positive and significant relationships are Social Influence, Perceived Enjoyment, Self-Efficacy, Perceived Usefulness, and Perceived Ease of Use.  Perceived Usefulness has the first strongest positive and significant value, and then Social Influence has the second strongest value.  Each factor has a medium influence value on Behavioral Intention.  That factor is the most influential in the application of M-learning in universities.
Устойчивые города. Формирование градостроительных предпосылок
Authors: Герцберг Лора
Published: November 2022

В статье отмечается, что формирование устойчивых городов представляет комплексную междисциплинарную задачу. Рассматриваются градостроительные предпосылки для развития устойчивого города с учётом всех аспектовэтого понятия, которое не ограничивается экономической, экологической и социальной устойчивостью. Указывается, что все градостроительные предпосылки отражены в новой концепции 15-минутного города, которая уже реализуется в пределах жилых посёлков и кварталов ряда городов мира; анализируется, что предпринимается в России в рамках этой концепции; обосновывается, почему полная её реализация в ближайшем будущем нереальна для России.
Synthesis of MnO2 Particles via One Step Localized Heating Method as Catalyst for Dye Degradation
Authors: Yong Pung Swee
Published: November 2022

This work demonstrated the synthesis of MnO2 particles via a rapid one-step localized heating method. The heat was transferred directly from the wire into the precursor solution, hence minimized the heat loss to the surrounding. As a result, the precursor solution was heated up rapidly and MnO2 particles with different morphologies were successfully synthesized in short duration within 10 to 15 min. These MnO2 particles were used as catalyst in the degradation of Rhodamine B (RhB) organic dye. Particularly, MnO2 particles synthesized at 10 min possessed outstanding catalytic activity with 99% degradation efficiency of RhB dye in 10 min of reaction time. This was greatly contributed by its 3D nanoflowers morphology that provided more active sites for catalytic activities to occur. The promising catalytic activity, synthesizing by a simple and affordable synthesis setup could provide an alternative in the development of MnO2 catalyst for organic pollutants removal.
The audio recorded cognitive screen for brief screening of cognitive impairment in patients with psychosis: A pilot study
Authors: Golubovic Boris , Slavkovic Sanela , Gajic Zoran , Becagul Aleksandra
Published: November 2022

Introduction. Disorders of cognitive functioning in patients with psychosis
can manifest in different domains. The disorders vary depending on the
severity, from mild to severe, and on the severity of symptoms within the
underlying disease. The aim of this study was to examine the possibility of
using the Audio Recorded Cognitive Screen in patients with schizophrenia.
Material and Methods. The study included a total of 61 subjects divided into
two groups: 31 subjects with schizophrenia and 30 healthy controls. All
subjects completed the Audio Recorded Cognitive Screen to assess the
cognitive status in five domains of cognitive functioning. Results. The
Audio Recorded Cognitive Screen showed a good reliability index (? = 0.85).
Multivariate analysis of variance confirmed the differences between the two
groups in all examined cognitive domains (F (6.53) = 26.719, p < .001). The
partial eta squared results were as follows: object naming 0.159; immediate
recall 0.531; delayed recall 0.585; visuospatial functions 0.334; attention
0.644; and verbal fluency 0.590. These results indicated significant
differences between the two groups. Conclusion. The Audio Recorded Cognitive
Screen is a feasible tool for the detection of neurocognitive impairment in
individuals with schizophrenia. However, it is necessary to conduct further
research in larger samples and use additional assessment instruments in this
population.
Assessment of the level of physical activity in the final year students of the faculty of medicine in relation to the students of the faculty of agriculture during the covid-19 epidemic
Authors: Milenovic Natasa , Veselinovic Milan , Lukac Sonja , Simundja Ana , Bajic Gordan
Published: November 2022

Introduction. The coronavirus pandemic has affected various aspects of human
life around the world and, among other things, the quality and level of
physical activity, which is one of the main preventive mechanisms for many
chronic diseases, for both young and adults. It has been shown that physical
activity improves mental health and quality of life. Due to the strict
measures during the pandemic, people spent more time at home, inactive,
sitting or lying for long periods of time. The aim of this study is to
assess the level of physical activity of students during the coronavirus
disease 2019 epidemic and to determine the impact of these measures on its
level. Material and Methods. The study was conducted as a retrospective
study including a total of 60 students, aged 22 to 30 years, of which 30
students were final year students of the Faculty of Medicine in Novi Sad and
30 students of the Faculty of Agriculture in Novi Sad. The International
Physical Activity Questionnaire was used to assess the level of physical
activity. Results. The strictest epidemiological measures affected the level
of physical activity of students, mostly reducing the level of
light-intensity physical activity. Students of the Faculty of Agriculture
were more physically active during the quarantine, especially regarding
moderate physical activities. There is no statistically significant
association between gender, body mass index, and length of study with the
level of physical activity during the epidemic. Conclusion. Students of the
Faculty of Medicine showed a lower level of physical activity during the
strict epidemiological measures compared to the following period. Students
of the Faculty of Agriculture were more physically active during the
quarantine compared to the following period and compared to the students of
the Faculty of Medicine; they were more active both during and after the
strict measures during the coronavirus disease 2019 epidemic.
Understanding Nutritional Knowledge and Experiences in Families With a Child Newly Diagnosed With Type 1 Diabetes
Authors: Satriale Francesco , Garman John C. , Roy Siddhartha , Parascando Jessica , Berg Arthur , Oser Tamara
Published: November 2022

Nutrition is an integral part of diabetes management. Caregiver nutritional knowledge has been implicated in glycemic management of youth with type 1 diabetes. This study assessed the nutritional knowledge of parents/caregivers of children newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Findings suggest there is a need for more targeted support and training during the initial diagnosis and a desire for more technology-related resources such as virtual nutritionist-guided grocery shopping visits. Integrating these interventions into routine care for children with type 1 diabetes will help address the current gaps in caregiver nutritional literacy and their ability to provide appropriate care.
«Tissen er haram!» En undersøkelse av hvordan ansatte i barnehager jobber med islam
Authors: Bratsvedal Ine
Published: November 2022

Artikkelen er basert på fem intervjuer med ansatte i barnehager som har muslimske barn i barnegruppa. Målet med denne undersøkelsen er å få mer kunnskap om hvordan barnehagene jobber med islam og hva de ansatte mener fungerer i dette arbeidet. Funnene viser at de ulike barnehagene jobber med islam i ulik grad, men at alle forholder seg til denne religionen, og særlig de religiøse praksisene.
English abstract
“The pee-pee is haram!” A study of how staff in kindergartens work with Islam
This article is based on five interviews with staff in kindergartens with Muslim children. The intent behind this research is to gain knowledge of how staff members work with Islam in the kindergartens, and what they feel they succeed with in this work. The findings show that different kindergartens work with Islam to varying degrees, but all of them have some working relationship with this religion, in particular the religious practices.
Impact of Brexit policy on textile/clothing and footwear UK imports
Authors:   School of Business, University of Leicester, UK, English Rachel A.
Published: November 2022

On 23 June 2016 the UK voted to leave the EU, (Brexit). A four year and six-month period of uncertainty ensued before Article 50 was activated. Eventually the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) came into force on 1 May 2021. The UK retail sector, in particular the textile/clothing and footwear, relies on high levels of international importation to the UK. As the negotiations between the UK and the EU were undertaken, key elements featured in the development of the new Brexit policy. This paper examines the impact on the textile/clothing and footwear UK importation trade in relation to three of these key elements:- • June 23, 2016, UK voted to leave the EU. • 29 March 2017 Article 50 was triggered. • October 2019 Article 50 extended. The data was modelled using the main five UK import partners in relation to textile/clothing and footwear from the WITS (World Integrated Trade Solution) database and the UK Office of National Statistics annual and monthly data sets, in relation to the three key elements of policy. The study provided an initial insight into the impact of policy decision making during the Brexit process. The findings show that Key elements of Brexit policy making had a negative impact on importation trade in relation to Textile/Clothing and Footwear. Further research is recommended to establish the long-term effects of Brexit policy on the UK retail economy as a whole, over the next five years. This to be extended to the export of textile/clothing and footwear from the UK to EU and Non-EU trading partners.
Extended Availability of Public Servants for Work from Home During Non-Work Time in the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors:   ", MAR Špela ,   Teaching Assistant, Faculty of Public Administration, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia", BUZETI Jernej ,   "Assistant Professor, Faculty of Public Administration, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia"
Published: November 2022

"The COVID-19 pandemic, with its public mea sures, has led to changes in public administration and in the way public servants organize their work and working time. The purpose of our article is to de termine whether there is a correlation between work during non-work time and extended availability for work among public servants in the Slovenian public administration who worked from home during the COVID-19 pandemic. The research was conducted in February 2021 in the Slovenian public administra tion and involved 1,676 public servants. Based on the data of our study, which we analyzed using var ious statistical methods (Chi-square, Kruskal-Wallis test, Dunn-Bonferroni post hoc test, Spearman’s rho), we assert that during the COVID-19 pandemic, public servants in the Slovenian public administra tion who worked from home performed their work during non-work time and were excessively available for work. As a result, their ability to psychologically detach from work decreased."
Exploring Local Managers’ Motivations to Seek Problem-Solving in Response to Citizens’ Feedback Signals on Service Quality
Authors:   ", SHIN Heontae ,   Estimates & Tax Analyst, Estimates & Tax Coordination Division, National Assembly Budget Office, Seoul, Republic of Korea", OH Youngmin ,   "Assistant professor, Department of Public Administration,  Dongguk University, Seoul, Republic of Korea"
Published: November 2022

"Performance management has become a global trend in government reform movements. Previous studies have emphasized performance feedback, referring to the fact that local governments have ad opted numerous performance practices to enhance local service performance. Accordingly, while many studies sought mechanisms that motivate manag ers to seek performance feedback, they have not clarified how the different performance information signals foster managers’ problem-solving activities. This study conducted a survey experiment to assess local managers’ agreement with a prob lem-solving system such as performance consulting when presented with the performance information on citizen satisfaction with service quality. The re sults indicate that local managers with low citizen satisfaction scores are more reactive to the perfor mance information, supporting problem-solving sys tem, and the managerial reactions to performance information increase with detailed information."
The Dilemma Between Fiscal Decentralization and Budget Balance
Authors:   Associate Professor, PhD, School of Public Administration,  Soongsil University, Seoul, Republic of Korea, SHON Jongmin
Published: November 2022

"This paper explores the effects of the distribution of fiscal authority for fiscal decentralization on the U.S. state budget balance. Numerous scholars have pointed out that fiscal institutions play an important role in achieving budget balance, but their degree of authority fundamentally determines how fiscal insti tutions are authorized across the multi-level system in a federal government system. As an empirical ex ploration, this paper captures the authority of fiscal institutions through multiple dimensions of account ing and financial information. The results revealed that local governments are better able to balance their budgets when fiscal authority over revenue is decentralized, while states are more likely to achieve a balanced budget when authority over expenditure is decentralized. These contradictory effects result from overlapping tax-bases and customers of public services across states and their local governments."
The Use of Thermography to Determine the Compaction of a Saddle-Shaped Briquette Produced in an Innovative Roller Press Compaction Unit
Authors: Bembenek Michał , Uhryński Andrzej
Published: November 2022

The unit compacting pressure in the fine-grained material consolidation process in the roller press can reach >100 MPa and is a parameter that results, among other things, from the properties of the consolidated material and the compaction unit geometry. Achieving the right pressure during briquetting is one of the factors that guarantee the proper consolidation and quality of briquettes. The distribution of the temperature on the surface of the briquettes correlates with locally exerted pressure. The present work aimed to analyse the briquetting process of four fine-grained materials in a roller press equipped with saddle-shaped briquette-forming rollers based on images obtained from the thermography conducted immediately after their consolidation. The tests were carried out in a roller press that was equipped with forming rollers of 450-mm diameter and having a cavity with a volume of 4 cm3, as described by patent PL 222229 B1. Two mixtures of hydrated lime with 9.1 wt% and 13.0 wt% water, a mixture of scale and a mixture of electric arc furnace (EAF) dust were used for the tests. In most mixtures, the highest temperatures were achieved in the middle-upper part of the briquettes. The briquettes from the EAF dust mixture heated locally the most on the surface up to 37.7 °C. The difference between the maximum briquette temperature and the ambient temperature was 20.2 °C.
Corrosion Evaluation of Body in White Bimetallic Joints
Authors: Lilko Ján , Kotus Martin , Baráth Martin , Drlička Róbert
Published: November 2022

This scientific article deals with cyclic corrosion testing of bimetallic joints in order to describe the influence of different surface treatment as a protection against galvanic corrosion on bimetallic materials. Multi-material body parts joined with advanced manufacturing technologies are used to achieve the required car properties. Metallic materials have different values of electronegativity and joining increases the risk of corrosion. Different types of coatings are used to prevent galvanic corrosion, but each increases investments and costs. Galvanic corrosion affects the lifecycle of the car. Cyclic corrosion testing provides replicable results to estimate the range of corrosion in a real environment. Test specimens from different materials were riveted and treated with various surface treatments. The method and design of samples preparation is unique and reflects the reality more than current methods. It has not yet been published in any literature. The corrosion test was performed for 6 weeks. Samples were subjected to a salt mist with temperatures of 25 °C and 50 °C, wetting and drying phases. The samples were evaluated according to the standard EN ISO 4628-1:2016. Microscopic and energy-dispersive analysis were performed. Tests have shown considerable galvanic corrosion on uncoated samples. On the samples with ecoated surface galvanic corrosion was not recorded.
Numerical Study of Thermal Dissipation Processes in Silicon
Authors: Akšamija Zlatan
Published: November 2022

Heat dissipation in nanoelectronics has become a major bottleneck to further scaling in next-generation integrated circuits. In order to address this problem and develop more energy-efficient nanoelectronic transistor, sensor, and storage devices, we must understand thermal processes at the atomic scale, which requires numerical simulation of the interaction between electrons and heat, carried by quantized lattice vibrations called phonons. Here we examine in detail the phonon emission and absorption spectra in silicon at several elevated values for the electron temperature. The effect of electric field on the electron distribution and equivalent electron temperature is obtained from full-band Monte Carlo simulation for bulk silicon. The electron distributions are used to numerically compute the phonon emission and absorption spectra and discover trends in their behavior at high electron temperatures. The concept of electron temperature is used to understand the relationship between field and heat emission, and it is found that longitudinal acoustic (LA) phonon emission increases at high electron temperatures. It is also found that emission of slower zone-edge phonons increases for all phonon branches at high electron temperatures. These conclusions at high electric fields can be used to enable heat-conscious design of future silicon devices.
Realisation of 3Smart Project at Ephzhb Business Building Site in Tomislavgrad
Authors: Međugorac Mile
Published: November 2022

Efficient use of energy is important in achieving sustainable development. In 2007, European Union set now well-known targets (20-20-20) for 2020 regarding greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption share obtained from renewable energy sources and more efficient use of energy. These goals were groundbreaking at the time. They set a clear sense of direction, which drove investment in infrastructure, and research and innovation. It was a concept that has now been followed by countries all over the world. In 2019, European Union set even more challenging goals for 2030. An important role in achieving energy efficiency goal have building energy management systems, because consumption of commercial and residential buildings has more than 30% of final energy consumption amount. That is why efficient and intelligent energy management in the buildings can have considerable benefits.

3Smart project is an international project, which links renewable energy sources and energy efficiency with biggest achievement in applications, which manage energy flows in a building in interaction with electrical distribution network. The expected impact is clean and efficient way of energy usage with lower costs.
Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Hydroalcoholic Extract of Prunus Mahaleb (Mahaleb Cherry) and Malus Purpurea (Blutapfel)
Authors: Stirbescu Nicolae Mihail , Stirbescu Raluca Maria , Olteanu Radu Lucian , Ion Rodica Mariana
Published: November 2022

The aim of the paper was to develop methods for obtaining environmentally friendly nanomaterials. The plant extracts used in this paper were characterized by spectroscopic methods (UV-Vis, FTIR and Raman). In this regard, it was used vegetal material at the optimal time and in the period of maximum maturity of the plant, from the geographical area of Dâmbovița County, and being processed in fresh / dry status. The nanomaterials formed with the help of these plant extracts (Ag) have also been characterized by various analytical techniques (UV-Vis, FTIR, Raman) analysis. The bioactive compounds existing in plant materials are responsible for the bio reduction of silver (Ag+ to Ag0) ions, as well as for the stabilization of silver nanoparticles.
Resistance status and physiological responses of Dactyloctenium aegyptium to diuron herbicide in pineapple plantation
Authors: SARI RESTI PUSPA KARTIKA , SRIYANI NANIK , YUSNITA YUSNITA , PUJISISWANTO HIDAYAT
Published: November 2022

Diuron herbicide has been used in the pineapple plantation in Lampung, Indonesia, for more than 35 years. It has been realized that the use of herbicides with the same mode of action intensively can speed up the evolution of resistant weeds over a long period of time. This study aimed to determine whether Dactyloctenium aegyptium from pineapple plantation has evolved resistance to diuron and to examine whether the resistance correlates with the weed physiological activities. The study was conducted at the University of Lampung, from September 2018 to March 2019. The study consisted of two stages, i.e. Stage 1: Weed resistance test and Stage 2: Physiological activity test on resistant weed. The study used a split-plot design. The main plot was the origins of weeds (exposed and unexposed to diuron) and thhe supplots was the diuron dose. The result showed that D. aegyptium exposed has high-level resistance to diuron. The physiological activities of D. aegyptium which has a high level of diuron resistance exhibited higher carbon assimilation, stomatal conductance, and transpiration rates than the sensitive D. aegyptium.
Intercropping system of Capsicum annum L. and Tagetes erecta with Mycorrhizal application and cow waste compost
Authors: SUSWATI SUSWATI , DEPI SERI , SAISA SAISA , MARDIANA SITI , SIHOTANG SAIPUL
Published: November 2022

Factors that cause fluctuations in chili production are nutrient content and attack by plant disturbing organisms (PDO).  To overcome pest attacks can be done by planting refugia which serves as an alternative that will bring in natural enemies.  In addition, the application of cow dung and mycorrhizal compost as biological agents will be able to maintain soil quality and plant growth.  This study aims to determine the effect of cow waste compost and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) on the growth and production of red chili plants intercropped with refugia plants.  The method was a factorial randomized block design consisting of 2 factors, namely: cow waste compost and AMF.  Cow waste compost consists of 5 levels, namely: K0 = without giving cow waste compost, K1 = cow waste compost at a dose of 5 tons/ha-1, K2 = cow waste compost at a dose of 10 tons/ha-1, K3 = cow waste compost at a dose 15 tons/ha-1, K4= cow waste compost dose of 20 tons/ha-1.  Meanwhile, arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi consisted of 4 levels, namely: M0= without AMF, M1= AMF 50 kg/ha-1, M2= AMF 100 kg/ha-1, M3= AMF 150 kg/ha-1.  The results showed that AMF had a most significant effect on the number of fruits per plant, production per plant, and production per plot, but not significantly different on plant height, some branches, and flowering age of Laris variety red chili.  AMF treatment with 150 kg/ha (M3) dose had the highest average value for all observed parameters.
Effectiveness And Supervision Of Participating Interest By The Bpma: A Legal Analysis
Authors: Wahyudi Wahyudi
Published: November 2022

Participating Interest policy (PI) is a new policy in oil and gas working areas; however, the implementation is not optimal. So there needs to be a study on effectiveness and supervision. This paper aims to discuss the formulation of the problem of the effectiveness of the implementation of PI and supervision by the Aceh Oil and Gas Management Agency (BPMA). This is a pure legal research meaning that it only requires data from relevant laws and analyses them  descriptively. The Regulation of the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Number 37 of 2016 concerning Provisions for Offering 10% of PI in Oil and Gas Working Areas is an implementing regulation. In addition, the Contractors’ Cooperation Contract is required to offer PI to regions. However, there is no  sanction for ignoring it which causes ineffectiveness. The Supreme Audit Agency reveals that Aceh had not yet received PIs from several working areas although the BPMA is entitled to do supervision.