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Strategy Design for Vendor Held Stock with Consignment Model to Gain Competitive Advantage
Authors: Heitasari Dwi Nurma , Priantoro Dimas , Sugito Bambang
Published: July 2024

Vendor Held Stock is a supply chain optimization strategy commonly adopted for oil and gas commodities and renewable energy. Vendor Held Stock is developing the Vendor Managed Inventory concept on the Consignment Model, where vendors provide additional storage and inventory management services, procurement, and delivery. PT IMC is a company operating in the field of energy supply, implementing Vendor Held Stock scheme with a Consignment Arrangement. This study aims to design a priority strategy for optimizing the Vendor Held Stock scheme to increase the company's added value in its market expansion efforts. Interviews and questionnaires were conducted on divisions directly involved in the High-Speed ​​Diesel Bio Solar distribution operations, such as the Operations and Commercial Division and the Cargo Distribution Center Division. Strategy design is carried out by identifying the company's internal and external environment by analyzing Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats, preceded by the Internal Factor Evaluation Matrix, the External Factor Evaluation Matrix, and the External Internal Matrix. Priority strategy is determined using the Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix. The strategy with the highest Total Attractiveness Score was chosen as a proportionality strategy where "Changing the status from an Agent to a General Trading Permit to get more competitive price" obtained the highest total attractiveness score with a score of 7,2478. Focusing on the strategy is expected to increase company competitiveness globally
Platform Manajemen Bisnis dengan Memanfaatkan Chatbot sebagai Virtual Business Assistant Berbasis Omnichannel di Desa Wisata Cimindi
Authors: Mardaweni Riri , Agustina Nova , Widiastuti Raden Meina , Muallimah Hadah , Fatah Abdul , Saidiman Mochamad
Published: July 2024

Desa Wisata Cimindi adalah salah satu destinasi pariwisata yang terus berkembang saat ini. Namun, pengelolaan usaha di desa tersebut masih menghadapi berbagai tantangan terutama dalam layanan yang efisien kepada wisatawan. Dalam rangka meningkatkan pengalaman wisatawan dan efisiensi operasional, penelitian ini mengusulkan penerapan Virtual Business Assistant (VBA) melalui aplikasi chatbot berbasis omnichannel. Studi ini mengeksplorasi potensi aplikasi chatbot untuk meningkatkan interaksi dan pelayanan kepada wisatawan yang mengunjungi Desa Wisata Cimindi. Aplikasi chatbot ini didesain untuk operasi di berbagai kanal komunikasi (Whatsapp, Telegram, dan Instagram), mencakup pesan teks secara otomatis dan obrolan langsung. VBA ini akan dapat memberikan informasi seputar tempat wisata, rekomendasi makanan, jadwal acara, dan bantuan lainnya kepada pengunjung. Metode penelitian yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah metode kualitatif dan metode pengembangan system yang digunakan adalah Extreme Programming serta sebagai narasumber yaitu ketua BUMDesa Alkaustar Cimindi. Pengujian yang dilakukan pada penelitian ini adalah pengujian Blackbox. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan aplikasi dapat berfungsi dengan baik dan diharapkan dapat memberikan wawasan yang berharga bagi pengelola pariwisata, pelaku usaha dan peneliti di bidang teknologi informasi yang tertarik untuk mengintegrasikan teknologi chatbot daalam konteks pariwisata pedesaan.
Development and validation of a methodology for the quantitative determination of vitamin D3 in tablets
Authors: Gutnova T.S. , Kompantsev D.V. , Kisieva M.T. , Potupchik T.V.
Published: July 2024

Introduction. The active pharmaceutical substance of the tablets is vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol), therefore, quantitative analysis methods are being developed to determine it. The methodology given in the general pharmacopoeia article of the OFS was taken as a basis.1.2.3.0017.15 "Methods of quantitative determination of vitamins" of the State Pharmacopoeia of the Russian Federation XV edition. This article proposes a quantitative analysis of vitamin D3 using the method of high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). Goal. Development and validation of a methodology for the quantitative determination of the active pharmaceutical substance vitamin D3 in tablets. Material and methods. To develop and validate a method for the quantitative determination of vitamin D3 in tablets, a high-performance liquid chromatography method was used: chromatograph Chromosome A02 (Chromosome Engineering, Russia) equipped with an ECD2000 UV detector (ECOM, Czech Republic), a column Luna C18(2) 150×4.6 mm was used for separation. The analysis and validation characteristics were performed in accordance with the requirements of the State Pharmacopoeia of the Russian Federation XV edition. Results. It was found that during HPLC analysis, the average content of cholecalciferol in the drug was 126.2±3 micrograms/ml (100.9% of the declared value; the relative error of determination was ±2.38%). A validation assessment of the proposed technique was carried out in terms of specificity, linearity, precision (level of convergence), which confirmed its suitability for authenticating and quantifying cholecalciferol in a medicinal product. Conclusion. The results obtained indicate the possibility of using the method of high-performance liquid chromatography in the isocratic mode for the quantitative determination of the active pharmaceutical substance vitamin D3 in tablets coated with an intestinal soluble shell for the treatment and prevention of vitamin D-dependent nosologies.
Analyzing the Implementation of Remote Consultation in Online Pharmacies
Authors: Prosvirkin G.A. , Dorofeeva V.V.
Published: July 2024

Introduction. Digital technologies have been increasingly integrated into the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in enhancing the accessibility of pharmaceutical care. Remote pharmaceutical counseling has emerged as a key service within online pharmacy platforms. Objective: considering the growing utilization of online pharmacy services in Russia, this study aims to evaluate the adherence of these services to the recommended standards of pharmaceutical counseling. Materials and methods. The investigation was conducted across eight online pharmacies that offer consultations via their websites and/or mobile applications. To address the study's objective, three distinct scenarios were devised. The first of the scenarios did not contain specific characteristics of the client, the second involved a pediatric case, and the third a pregnancy-related inquiry. A trained «secret shopper» posed as a client to evaluate the counseling sessions. Results. The study found that in 56.3% of consultations, information about the recommended products was not provided, either in the form of a direct link to a webpage with medical usage instructions or as a written explanation. Clarifications regarding prescriptions, symptoms, other health conditions, or concurrent medication usage were absent in all consultations. However, details such as the child's age and the stage of pregnancy were confirmed in 93.8% and 50% of the cases, respectively. Conclusion. The analysis indicates a lack of standardized structure in online pharmaceutical consultations. It was noted that professionals do not consistently consider crucial aspects of pharmaceutical counseling that are important to the effectiveness of pharmaceutical care.
Comparative research of the elemental composition of red Clover (Trifolium pratense L.) and middle Clover (Trifolium medium L.)
Authors: Nikulin А.V. , Radus F.V. , Efimova Yu.А. , Kovaleva T.Yu. , Potanina O.G.
Published: July 2024

Introduction. Medicinal plants are currently of increased interest. However, the deterioration of the environmental situation significantly complicates the conduct of resource research. At the same time, some types of medicinal plant raw materials can be natural concentrators of elements, which makes it possible to use herb as natural sources of essential minerals. One of these types of raw materials is herbs of red clover and medium clover. Objective: Study of the elemental composition of meadow clover and medium clover herbs collected in two districts of the Moscow region. Material and methods. Trace elements were determined using an inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectrometer (ICP-AES) Avio 200 by Perkin Elmer, normalized heavy metals using an atomic absorption spectrometer with electrothermal atomization (ETAAS). Results. 10 trace elements were determined in the studied samples: of these, the content of Al, B, Ba, Fe, Mn, Sr, Zn is on average at the level of 10-3 %, Ca, Mg, K, P, S at the level of 0.2-1.0 %. The content of Ag, Be, Bi, Co, Cr, Cu, Li, Mo, Ni, Sb, Sn, Ti, V, Zr was at the detection limit and didn’t exceed 10-4 %, Cd, Pb, As, Hg were not detected in the analyzed samples. Conclusion. It was found that the analyzed samples have a similar elemental composition. Taldomsky and Losino-Petrovsky districts of the Moscow region can be considered as potential places for collecting raw materials. However, the studied herb cannot be considered as a potential source of trace elements.
Analysis of the sources of formation of risk events in pharmacy organizations and the psychology of the behavior of the head in making managerial decisions under risk conditions
Authors: Petrov A.G. , Glembotskaya G.T. , Khoroshilova O.V.
Published: July 2024

Introduction. In pharmacy organizations, the risk management process includes the following procedures: determining the purpose, analyzing the causes and anticipating business risks, allowing you to identify risky situations and take measures aimed at eliminating them. In the risk management system of pharmacy organizations, the psychology of managers' behavior in making managerial decisions under risk conditions and its determining factors are important. The purpose of the study is to establish the main causes of entrepreneurial risks and to characterize the psychological aspects of the behavior of the head of a pharmacy organization when making managerial decisions under risk conditions. Material and methods. The object of the study is the risk events in pharmacy organizations identified during the survey of managers (n=70). The following scientific methods were used: content analysis, information and analytical, sociological, marketing. The specificity of the proposed methodology lies in the fact that it allows, based on the results of the assessment, to determine the level of implementation of the list of measures to reduce risks or eliminate them, which ultimately makes it possible to draw a conclusion about the effectiveness of the risk management system established in the pharmacy organization. Results. In the course of a sociological survey of managers from the entire variety of existing entrepreneurial risks in pharmacy organizations, we identified the most common entrepreneurial risks and psychological aspects of the behavior of the head of a pharmacy organization when making managerial decisions in the context of risky events. It has been revealed that managers quite clearly define the nature and composition of risk situations arising in the course of the JSC's activities and realistically assess their consequences. In addition, they are making efforts to develop measures that contribute to reducing the number of risky situations and reducing their negative consequences. At the same time, the behavior of JSC managers in the field of risk management varies significantly, since it is formed under the influence of factors as objective. and of a subjective nature. Thus, the role of the psychological aspects of the risk management process and the importance of the relevant qualities and characteristics of management decision makers increases. Conclusion. Risk management based on the results of evaluating the effectiveness of the risk management system established in a pharmacy organization based on the calculated value of specific indicators allows you to determine the position in which the organization is currently located, and also proves that the personal participation of the head in the prevention of risk situations is an important lever to strengthen the competitive advantages of each specific organization and reduce the number of risk situations.
Analysis of cases of adverse drug reactions in pediatrics
Authors: Egiazaryan E.A. , Kosova I.V. , Kurashov M.M. , Sotnikova L.I.
Published: July 2024

Introduction. Due to the fact that prescribing medications to pediatric patients is potentially associated with an increased risk of adverse reactions (AR) or lack of therapeutic efficacy, monitoring the effects of pharmacotherapy in the post-registration period in this group of patients is of particular interest. Many drugs prescribed to children are not approved for use in pediatrics, and there is insufficient evidence of their safety and effectiveness in this population. Detection and analysis of signals in pediatric practice is a very time-consuming process. The spontaneous reporting system organized in medical organizations will allow obtaining new information about the safety of drug use by pediatric patients and developing measures to reduce the risks associated with pharmacotherapy. Objective: to analyze cases of adverse reactions in the use of drugs in pediatrics, identified by medical professionals. Material and methods. Sociological study, which was attended by 70 doctors working in children's clinics in Moscow. An original questionnaire containing 20 questions was developed for the study. Results. The results obtained indicate that progress in the treatment of children can’t be achieved without improving the pharmacovigilance system in reporting cases of adverse reactions in medical organizations. Conclusion. A significant contribution to the solution of this problem can be made by healthcare workers by timely informing the authorized pharmacovigilance authorities about the complications of pharmacotherapy in pediatric patients.
Ways to improve the professional activities of pharmaceutical specialists in the direction of disease prevention
Authors: Zheltkevich O.V. , Skvortsova M.V.
Published: July 2024

Introduction. In order to increase the population's satisfaction with accessible preventive care, it is necessary to implement activities in the direction of preserving and strengthening public health by pharmacy organizations. To do this, it is important to update preventive work and formulate ways to improve the professional activities of pharmaceutical specialists in the direction of preventing chronic non-communicable diseases, which are the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the region. Objective: justification and development of directions for improving the activities of pharmaceutical specialists in the field of prevention of chronic non-infectious diseases. Material and methods. The materials for the study were: regulatory documents in the field of prevention, basic WHO strategies and recommendations in the field of protecting public health, personal data of consumers of pharmacy products, as well as websites of pharmacy chains. The research was carried out on the basis of systemic, structural and logical-semantic approaches, using general scientific methods, logical, situational, structural analyses, content analysis, economic and mathematical methods. The study of opinions on the preventive activities of pharmacy organizations was carried out using a sociological survey method. Results. In the course of the study, ways to improve the professional activities of pharmaceutical specialists in the direction of preventing CNDs were substantiated and developed and the preventive work of the joint-stock company was updated. Areas of improvement include the formation of a unified preventive environment in the region, the concept of a preventive image, the procedure for organizing the activities of pharmacies in the direction of preserving and strengthening the health of consumers and the training of pharmaceutical personnel. Conclusion. The preventive activities of the joint-stock company are organized with the aim of preserving and strengthening the health of citizens and consist of the implementation of preventive services aimed at combating risk factors for chronic NCDs. Thus, the study made it possible to expand the professional boundaries of pharmaceutical specialists, update the preventive activities of pharmacy organizations and contributed to positive changes in the value orientations of consumers towards the prevention of chronic non-infectious diseases.
The Role of Religious Tourism in The Implementation of Tourism Policy
Authors: Alawi A. Muammar , Adnyana Made Bambang , Mijiarto Joko
Published: July 2024

Implementation of tourism policy can be communicated effectively through the role of institutions in the context of religious tourism management, the tourism sector in cultural or religious tourism through regional policies can run optimally according to the objectives of social and economic benefits. The reality of policy implementation is not fully communicated well, especially in religious tourism with a level of visitation that is no less high than other tours. This is in accordance with the reality of religious tourism in the East Java region which can be used as a pilot for religious tourism empowerment. This article will analyse the implementation of regional policies towards the development of religious tourism. This research uses a qualitative approach, with a literature review study, analysing the communication model as a component of policy implementation. Through the context of tourism development policy implementation, this research will examine the potential of culture as a tourist attraction for tourists and the implementation of policies that support development. The results of the analysis of policy implementation with a cultural background in communication are expected to make effective and efficient communication, especially through digitalisation.
Review of Glaucoma Disease Diagnosis-based Deep Learning Network
Authors: Humam Aziz Rawaa , Abed Noor Muhammed Lamia
Published: July 2024

The glaucoma is a disease that leads to the irreversible loss of sight after its onset. In the area of medicine, glaucoma diagnosis is a crucial problem that must be addressed. Only a few studies were carried out with a view to early detection of blue. However, the implementation of this law has not succeeded in identifying glaucoma using the many methods currently available. Moreover, the old ways to identify retrograde gland disease require a much greater time commitment. Knowledge of glaucoma in colored images (fundus) is a difficult task that requires years of experience as well as knowledge. The preferred method of analyzing medical images soon became deep educational algorithms. A series of studies have been undertaken within the time period between 2018 and 2023 and these reports have shown how critical elements, such as architecture, size of data sets, and application of transport learning compared with the newly established structures, can affect performance more accurately and time-consumingly using a set of new networks (CNN).
Comparison of the rate and indications of caesarean section in primigravida and multigravida in a maternity hospital of Pakistan.q
Authors: Laiyla Shinwari  , Basirat Bukhari  , Sarwat Irfan  , Rizwan Faisal
Published: July 2024

Objective: To compare the causes and rate of caesarean section in primigravida and multigravida. Study Design: Cross-sectional study. Setting: Government Maternity Hospital, Peshawar. Period: January 2021 to January 2022. Methods: The study included all primigravida with 37-42 weeks period of gestation, and multigravida (gravida 2-12) with the same gestational period. Similarly, all the multigravida who delivered previously by C-section or had normal vaginal delivery with the viable fetus and currently delivered by C-section, were also included. Cases having history of ruptured uterus, nonviable pregnancy and ectopic pregnancy were excluded from the study. Results: Overall, the frequency of C-sections in the present study was 30% in primigravida and 70% in multigravida. Majority of the patients (65%) went through elective C-sections while 35% delivered through emergency C-sections, difference between the two is statistically significant (p-value <0.0001). The commonest cause for performing elective C-sections was previous C-sections. Fetal distress was the commonest indication 27.27% for emergency C-sections. Most of the C-sections performed in primigravida were because of fetal distress 23.3% while previous C-sections were the topmost cause in multigravida. Maternal wish is another new indication that accounted for 7.6% of C-sections. Conclusion: The results showed that the incidence of C-sections was higher in multigravida than primigravida. Similarly, the rate of elective C-sections was more than emergency ones. Maternal wish is another rising new indication for C-sections.
Evaluation of Procalcitonin and Presepsin in prediction for early onset neonatal sepsis.
Authors: Sadia Israr  , Asma Hayat  , Tariq Mahmood  , Amna Saddique  , Nadia Ambreen  , Rabiya Shabbir
Published: July 2024

Objective: To determine the presepsin and procalcitonin significance in cord blood and compare with lactate and C-Reactive protein for early prediction of neonatal sepsis. Study Design: Case Control Study. Setting: Military Hospital Rawalpindi. Period: Sep 2018 to July 2019. Methods: Mothers, having deliveries with early or prolonged rupture of membrane, preterm, dai handled, meconium and failure of induction have been included. Out of 60 neonates, nineteen were cases with a clearly documented suspicion of sepsis and confirmed by neonatologists, remaining were control. Mean and Standard Deviation were calculated. The difference in all biochemical markers levels among case and control groups were assessed by independent t-test. Sensitivity, specificity, accuracy, and predictive value of both markers were calculated by medcalc diagnostic calculator. Regression analysis to access the strength. Receiver Operating Characteristics curve for most accurate cut off values and Area Under the Curve was calculated. Results: Independent sample t test revealed the strong association of procalcitonin and presepsin with neonatal sepsis. Presepsin has higher positive predictive value 83.33% and negative predictive value 90.48% with 88.33% accuracy while procalcitonin has positive predictive value 62.50%, negative predictive value 88.89% and accuracy 78.33%. Stepwise regression analysis showed better in combination than single in predication of neonatal sepsis. The cutoff value for procalcitonin was 0.4ng/ml (AUC of 84.5%.) and for presepsin was 305pg/ml (AUC of 86.5%). Conclusion: In comparison to lactate and CRP, a prediction model that incorporates two biochemical indicators, procalcitonin and presepsin, can reduce infant mortality and morbidity by spotting neonatal sepsis early.
Microneedling plus tacrolimus versus tacrolimus alone in conjunction with narrow band UVB in the treatment of vitiligo; A randomised control trial.
Authors: Tassmia Afzal  , Tanzeela Khalid  , Filzah Inam  , Beenish Bajwa  , Saman Iqbal Goraya  , Shakeel Ahmad  , Muhammad Ahsan
Published: July 2024

Objective: To compare the efficacy of microneedling plus Tacrolimus with narrow band UVB versus tacrolimus with narrow band UVB in the treatment of vitiligo. Study Design: Randomized Controlled Trial. Setting: Department of Dermatology, Madinah Teaching Hospital, Faisalabad. Period: 05-06-2023 to 5-12-23. Methods: Enrolled 28 patients with stable Vitiligo for the last 3 months, aged 15 to 60 years. Patients were assigned to group A and B, treated with microneedling plus topical tacrolimus 0.1% with narrow band UVB and tacrolimus ointment twice a day. The study focused on evaluating the repigmentation response during subsequent follow-up visits, using a comprehensive four-grade scale. The results were analyzed using SPSS 26. Results: The study involved 34 patients with face lesions. Six patients lost follow-up and were excluded. The study included 16 males and 12 females, with a mean age of 29.4 + 11 years. After the treatment, the first follow-up visit showed significant improvement in 17 of 28 patients (60.7%) in group A (microneedling pus Tacrolimus with narrow band UVB) compared to 32.1% in group B (Tacrolimus with narrow band UVB). The efficacy was categorized into five levels: 'excellent' in 25% cases in group A and 21.4% in group B, and very good' in 35.7 vs 10.7%. At 12 weeks, overall efficacy was seen in 71.4% in group A and 39.3% in group B. The study's findings suggest that microneedling plus tacrolimus with narrow band UVB may be a more effective treatment for vitiligo. Conclusion: Microneedling, a technique using delicate needles to puncture the dermis, has been shown to promote collagen synthesis and enhance the absorption of tacrolimus, a drug used for immunosuppression, potentially aiding in vitiligo repigmentation, but further localized studies are needed.
Efficacy of platelet rich plasma (PRP) injection in the treatment of knee pain in patients with osteoarthritis knee.
Authors: Haroon Yousaf  , Aiman Zia  , Abdus Samad Khan  , Maria Ahmad  , Ammar Ahmad  , Mohammad Iftikhar Adil
Published: July 2024

Objective: To assess the efficacy of intra-articular PRP injections in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Study Design: Cross Sectional. Setting: Orthopedic Department of Mardan Medical Complex. Period: 13th August to 14th December 2023. Methods: Involving 50 diagnosed osteoarthritis patients at demographic data, grades of osteoarthritis, and Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) scores were recorded pre-treatment. Patients received PRP injections at three intervals, and post-treatment WOMAC scores were assessed. Statistical analysis included mean, standard deviations, and a paired t-test. Results: The study comprised 66% female patients, with a mean age of 50.08±5.82 and mean BMI of 27.16±3.53. Regarding grades of osteoarthritis, grade 1, grade 2 and grade 3 comprised of n=14(28%), 19(38%), 17(34%) respectively PRP treatment significantly reduced WOMAC scores from a pre-treatment mean of 56.62±5.70 to 27.54±4.79 (p < 0.001). Conclusion: The significant reduction in WOMAC scores post-treatment suggests that intra-articular PRP injections may serve as a valuable intervention in the short term management of knee osteoarthritis.
ECOMPEX : caderno de resumos do Encontro Comunitário de Políticas de Extensão
Authors: Nogueira Francisco Jander de Sousa , Ribeiro Carolina Silva , Gouveia Samara Sousa Vasconcelos , Faustino Luciana Rocha , Araujo Francisco Antonio Machado
Published: July 2024

A extensão universitária desempenha um papel crucial na promoção do diálogo e na resposta às demandas sociais variadas em nossa sociedade. Neste contexto, unindo esforços das Universidades Públicas Federais, Estaduais, Faculdades privadas e Institutos Federais dos estados do Maranhão, Piauí e Ceará, surge uma iniciativa de discutir e celebrar a formação de uma rede regional de articulação de políticas de extensão.

O Encontro Comunitário de Políticas de Extensão da Universidade Federal do Delta do Parnaíba (UFDPar) – ECOMPEX 2024 - Regionalização, representa um marco importante na interação entre as Instituições de Ensino Superior e a sociedade, oferecendo um espaço de colaboração e diálogo entre membros da comunidade, movimentos sociais, acadêmicos e representantes das instituições participantes. Juntos, buscaremos fortalecer os princípios e diretrizes para uma política de extensão verdadeiramente alinhada com as necessidades sociais específicas de nossa região. Os movimentos sociais e as comunidades tradicionais que compõem nossa região representam uma riqueza de diversidade cultural e social. Reconhecer e valorizar essa diversidade é fundamental para promover o desenvolvimento sustentável e a justiça social em nossa comunidade.
Descriptive Study of the Urinary Tract Infections in Patients Admitted in the Cardiology Ward of Afghan Momand Medical Complex
Authors: Shams Akmal , Ibrahimi Ikramullah , Agha Said Asif
Published: July 2024

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is very common in our community most specifically in married females with numerous antecedent risk factors. The aim of the study was to find out about the current risk factors and clinical profile of urinary tract infections in patients admitted to the cardiology ward of Afghan Momand Medical Complex for various purposes. It was a cross-sectional descriptive hospital-based study including both male and female patients visiting the Afghan Momand Medical Complex from January 2022 to June 2022. Of all 960 patients, 202 (21%) patients had urinary tract infections with gender distribution as 69 (34.2%) males and 133 (65.8%) females. In fact, 33 (16.3%) patients with urinary tract infections were single while the rest 169 (83.7%) patients were married. In addition, regarding clinical profile, the following clinic was respectively more prevalent: Dysuria in 120 (59.4%) patients, flank pain in 73 (36.1%) patients, urine frequency in 67 (33.1%) patients, urgency in 36 (17.8%) patients, fever in 24 (11.8%) patients, and nausea and vomiting in 19 (9.4%) patients. Moreover, the following risk factors were respectively the most common ones: Diabetes mellitus 86 (42.5%), pregnancy 30 (14.9%), stones 15 (7.4%), 10 (4.9%) devices, 10 (4.9%) prostatic hyperplasia, and 4 (2%) anatomical anomalies. Urinary tract infection is a common disease in the admitted patients in Afghan Momand Medical Complex specifically being more common in females and early 20s of the age. In fact, diabetes, pregnancy, and kidney stones were the leading associated factors with UTI. Moreover, dysuria, bladder emptying irritative symptoms, and abdominal pain were the most prevalent clinical profile of the patients. Special attention should be paid to infectious diseases in cardiac patients since infection itself is a stress and a threat to such patients and authorities should design special measures to prevent UTI in the general population to avoid a sum of burden on the health system.
The Use of Thioxopyrimidine Derivatives as New Regulators of Growth and Photosynthesis of Barley
Authors: Tsygankova VA , Andrusevich YaV , Vasylenko NM , Kopich VM , Solomyannyi RM , Popilnichenko SV , Kozachenko OP , Pilyo SG , Brovarets VS
Published: July 2024

New synthetic compounds - thioxopyrimidine derivatives as regulators of vegetative growth and photosynthesis of spring barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) variety Acordine were studied. The growth-regulatory effect of new synthetic compounds, thioxopyrimidine derivatives, used in a concentration of 10-6M, was compared with the growth-regulatory effect of a plant hormone auxin IAA (1H-indol-3-yl)acetic acid) or synthetic plant growth regulators, derivatives of sodium and potassium salts of 6-methyl-2-mercapto-4-hydroxypyrimidine (Methyur, Kamethur), N-oxide-2,6-dimethylpyridine (Ivin), used in a similar concentration of 10-6M. The conducted study showed the similarity of the growth-regulatory effects of synthetic compounds, thioxopyrimidine derivatives, the plant hormone auxin IAA, and synthetic plant growth regulators Methyur, Kamethur, and Ivin. Morphometric parameters (average length of shoots (mm), average length of roots (mm), and average biomass of 10 plants (g)) and biochemical parameters (content of photosynthetic pigments chlorophylls a, b, a+b and carotenoids (µg/ml)) of barley plants treated with the plant hormone auxin IAA or synthetic plant growth regulators Methyur, Kamethur, Ivin or thioxopyrimidine derivatives were increased after 4 weeks compared to control plants. The dependence of the growth-regulatory effect of synthetic compounds, thioxopyrimidine derivatives on their chemical structure was analyzed. The use of the synthetic plant growth regulators, derivatives of sodium salt of 6-methyl-2-mercapto-4-hydroxypyrimidine (Methyur), potassium salt of 6-methyl-2-mercapto-4-hydroxypyrimidine (Kamethur), N-oxide-2,6-dimethylpyridine (Ivin) and selected most active synthetic compounds, thioxopyrimidine derivatives for regulating the growth and photosynthesis of spring barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) variety Acordine is proposed.
A Comparation Study of Transmission Line Routing Based on A* and RRT Algorithms
Authors: Cao Yun , Zheng Xuanyuan , Gu Qin , Hu Lijun , Geng Yan , Zhu Xiaoyan , Chen Jiahui , Peng Ling , Han Yinghui
Published: July 2024

Transmission line design is an important part of power grid engineering design, and transmission line path selection is the basis of line design. Transmission line route selection is to select a line path that can not only meet the requirements of power transmission and consumption, but also consider the cost control of the line, and avoid the farmland, highways, ecological exclusion zone between the start and end of the transmission line. The path scheme is constrained by geographical factors, project cost, construction conditions, operation and maintenance conditions, which makes the path selection show the characteristics of comprehensive diversity, spatial complexity, policy influence and so on. In the traditional route selection of transmission lines, line design specialists need to go through blind route selection, site survey and other steps to determine the path scheme, but because of insufficient effectiveness of the map, it is difficult to reflect the real environmental information, resulting in repeated route selection work to determine the final path scheme. In this paper, the selection principle of transmission line path is introduced first. Then, two path optimization algorithms, i.e. A* algorithm and rapidly expanding random tree (RRT) algorithm, are used to select transmission lines respectively. Finally, the advantages and disadvantages of these two algorithms in practical engineering line selection design are comparatively analyzed. Compared with the way of A* algorithm, RRT algorithm is more suitable for practical application of power system. It aims to provide a reference for the method of intelligent line selection in subsequent transmission design.
Assessment of the Solar Energy Potential over South America Estimated by CMIP6 Models in the Present and Future Climate
Authors: Glauber W. S. Ferreira  , Michelle S. Reboita  , João Gabriel M. Ribeiro
Published: July 2024

Developing the renewable energy matrix of South America (SA) is fundamental for sustainable socioeconomic growth and mitigating climate change's adverse effects. Thus, this study estimates changes in SA's solar irradiance and solar power potential using data from eight global climate models (GCMs) belonging to the Coupled Model Intercomparison Project—Phase 6 (CMIP6). Applying statistical downscaling and bias correction with the Quantile Delta Mapping (QDM) technique, we evaluate projected changes in the Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) and Photovoltaic Power (PVP) outputs under different future climate scenarios (SSP2-4.5 and SSP5-8.5). Historical simulations (1995–2014) are validated using ERA5 reanalysis and CLARA-A3 satellite observations. The QDM method reduces the models' systematic biases, decreasing the ensemble's errors by 50% across SA throughout the year. Regarding future decades (2020–2099), the CMIP6 ensemble shows spatial and seasonal variability in solar generation. For CSP, estimates suggest that regions traditionally favorable to solar energy generation (such as the Brazilian Northeast and portions of Chile) will maintain their suitable conditions during the 21st century, projecting a potential 1–6% increase (particularly under the SSP5-8.5 scenario in southern Chile and most of Brazil). Concerning PVP generation, the CMIP6 ensemble projects a rise of 1–4% (mainly under the SSP5-8.5 scenario in the Amazonia, Midwest, and Southeast Brazilian sectors). Moreover, trend analyses projected individually by the CMIP6 GCMs converge on an increasing PVP, mainly in Brazil's Amazonia and Midwest regions. In contrast, for South Brazil, approximately 84% of the projections show a negative trend (or no trend), evidencing unfavorable or uncertain conditions for solar generation development in the region. Despite the data and processes' inherent limitations, this study yields a first analysis of statistically downscaled projections from CMIP6 for solar power generation in South America, providing valuable information for energy sector decision-makers.
Predicators of parenting stress among mothers raising children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the sultanate of Oman: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Maiyasa Ghabish AL-Saadi
Published: July 2024

Background: Several studies among parents of children afflicted with ASD reported higher levels of parenting stress compared to parents of other children with intellectual disabilities (ID) or typically developing (TD) children (Miranda et al., 2019). Also, Omani literature postulates that Omani parents of children with ASD endure a higher parental burden, clinically significant stress levels, anxiety, depression, and an increased public stigma compared to parents of TD children. However, relatively little is known about parental stress constructs in the Omani literature. Research Design: A cross-sectional design was used to test a predictive model of parental stress in mothers raising children diagnosed with ASD in the Sultanate of Oman. Aims: This study examined mental health, parental burden, and affiliate stigma as predictors of parenting stress. It also examined the mediating role of self-compassion and the moderating role of coping strategies and social support between these potential predictors and parenting stress. Results: Results showed that affiliate stigma and parental burden were significant predictors of parenting stress. Self-compassion partially moderated the relationship between mental health, parental burden, and parenting stress. Implications are discussed in light of supporting programs and interventions to help these mothers cope and ultimately improve the quality of life in families of children with ASD. Conclusion: The findings highlight the importance of addressing parental burden and stigma in supporting parents and promoting family well-being
Revolutionizing TB treatment: Breakthrough antibiotics for a healthier future A comprehensive review
Authors: Kamatam Meghana  , Dollu Rakshitha  , Vurugonda sreshta  , Kaleru Purnachander
Published: July 2024

The current treatment regiment for DS-TB(Drug Resistant Tuberculosis) was defined by 1980's since then the emergency of HIV and escalation of Drug sensitive (DS-TB)forms of TB have presented new challenges.To face these challenges, achieve goals like shortening DS -TB treatment improving DR-TB treatment and making combined TB -HIV therapy easier. A range of new drugs and treatment strategies are currently being elevated. Phase 2B and 3 clinical trials are ongoing to access combinations involving in high dose rifamycins, 8methoxyquinolines,diarylquinolines and nitroimidazoles. The new drugs advantages will contribute towards the achievement of a new treatment regimen in future. Tuberculosis according to WHO: TB is a bacterial infection that mainly affects the lungs and it is caused by the bacteria mycobacterium tuberculosis.
The role of telemedicine in rural America: Overcoming electrical and technological barriers to improve health outcomes
Authors: Idoko Benjamin  , Joy Ene Idoko  , Jennifer Amaka Alakwe  , Ogochukwu Judith Ugwu  , Fedora Ochanya Idoko  , Victoria Bukky Ayoola
Published: July 2024

Telemedicine has emerged as a crucial tool in addressing healthcare disparities in rural America, offering potential solutions to the challenges posed by geographical isolation and limited access to medical facilities. However, the effective implementation of telemedicine in these areas is often hindered by significant electrical and technological barriers. This review paper aims to explore the current state of telemedicine in rural America, identifying the key challenges related to infrastructure and technology that impede its widespread adoption. It examines the impact of these barriers on health outcomes and patient satisfaction, providing a comprehensive overview of the obstacles faced by rural healthcare providers and patients. The paper also investigates potential solutions to enhance the infrastructure, including initiatives to improve electrical supply and broadband internet access, as well as innovative technologies that can support telemedicine in low-resource settings. Through case studies of successful telemedicine programs, the review highlights best practices and lessons learned, offering practical recommendations for policymakers, healthcare providers, and community leaders. Ultimately, this paper underscores the need for continued investment and innovation to overcome the electrical and technological barriers to telemedicine, ensuring equitable healthcare access and improved health outcomes for rural populations. Future research directions are suggested to further advance the field and sustain the benefits of telemedicine in rural America.
Review of reverse logistics practices and their impact on supply chain sustainability
Authors: Temitayo Oluwadamilola Adesoga  , Omolara Patricia Olaiya  , Enyinnaya Prince Onuma  , Olajumoke Oluwagbemisola Ajayi  , Oluwabusola Dorcas Olagunju
Published: July 2024

In recent years, reverse logistics has become crucial in supply chain management, driven by sustainability, regulatory compliance, and economic efficiency. This review explores reverse logistics practices, which involve moving goods from their destinations back up the supply chain for value recapture or proper disposal through activities like returns management, remanufacturing, refurbishing, and recycling. Effective reverse logistics can yield significant cost savings by reclaiming value from returned products, reducing waste, and optimizing resource use, thereby enhancing operational efficiency, and mitigating environmental impact. Emphasizing environmental benefits, the review illustrates how these practices help companies reduce carbon footprints, lower raw material demand, and divert waste from landfills. Real-world examples highlight successful implementations and positive environmental outcomes. Economically, reverse logistics allows companies to extract substantial value from returned products, cutting production costs and meeting consumer demand for sustainable products. Socially, reverse logistics fosters job creation in recycling, refurbishing, and remanufacturing, promoting economic growth and community development. Despite challenges like logistical complexities and setup costs, the review provides insights into overcoming these hurdles through strategic planning, technological integration, and collaboration with third-party logistics providers. The role of technology, including IoT devices, big data analytics, and blockchain, is emphasized for their potential to streamline operations, improve tracking and transparency, and enhance decision-making. By adopting a comprehensive approach, businesses can achieve significant environmental, economic, and social benefits, contributing to broader sustainability goals and building resilient, future-ready supply chains.
IMPLEMENTASI QR CODE UNTUK EFESIENSI ANTRIAN MAKAN SANTRI DI PONPES RIYADHUL ULUM UJUNGBATU
Authors: Agus Setiadi Irhan , Supriyanto Asep
Published: July 2024

Website atau disingkat web, dapat diartikan sekumpulan halaman yang terdiri dari beberapa laman yang berisi informasi dalam bentuk data digital baik berupa teks, gambar, video, audio, dan animasi lainnya yang disediakan melalui jalur koneksi internet. Salah satu bahasa pemrograman yang dipakai adalah PHP. PHP singkatan dari Hypertext Preprocessor yang merupakan server-side programing, yaitu bahasa pemrograman yang diproses di sisi server. Fungsi utama PHP dalam membangun website adalah untuk melakukan pengolahan data pada database. Data website akan dimasukkan ke database, diedit, dihapus, dan ditampilkan pada website yang diatur oleh PHP. Hal ini sangat dibutuhkan bagi lembaga-lembaga yang menginginkan data lembaga tersebut tersimpan, dan tertata dengan baik dan rapi, sehingga mudah dikelola, dan dimanfaatkan dengan maksimal. Salah satu lembaga yang sangat membutuhkan adalah Pondok Pesantren Riyadhul Ulum Ujungbatu. Lembaga ini memiliki masalah terkait penyimpanan data yang belum tertata dengan rapi, salah satunya adalah data absensi makan santri Pondok Pesantren Riyadhul Ulum Ujungbatu, yang menyebabkan antrian makan yang tidak efesien sehingga menimbulkan masalah yang menyebabkan kegiatan-kegiatan lain menjadi terkendala. Maka solusi dari permasalahan ini adalah dibuatkan aplikasi absensi makan santri menggunakan QR Code berbasis website untuk mengoptimalkan antrian makan santri Pondok Pesantren Riyadhul Ulum Ujungbatu.
PROTOTYPE APLIKASI E-SILATURRAHMI FAKULTAS TEKNOLOGI INFORMASI UNIVERSITAS ISLAM KALIMANTAN MUHAMMAD ARSYAD ALBANJARI
Authors: Muhammad Amin  , Rusdina  , Herry Adi Chandra
Published: July 2024

Silaturrahmi secara virtual (E-Silaturrahmi) atau bisa juga disebut komunikasi pada zaman sekarang sudah banyak dikembangkan sesuai dengan kebutuhan personality seseorang terlebih para pekerja di bidang akademik seperti para guru dan dosen. Untuk menambah referensi media komunikasi yang melibatkan pembagian data atau pun berita antar sesama dosen maka kami merancang prototype E-Silaturrahmi dengan Objek para Dosen dan karyawan Fakultas sebagai salah satu media penyebaran informasi yang lebih aman dari pada menggunakan media komunikasi digital yang selama ini tersedia. Prototype ini dirancang dengan menggunakan Bahasa pemrograman PHP dan MySQL sebagai database nya.
SISTEM PENDUKUNG KEPUTUSAN DENGAN METODE SIMPLE ADDITIVE WEIGHTING UNTUK MENENTUKAN PENERIMA ZAKAT FITRAH (Studi Kasus Di Yayasan Abdul Khalik Fajduani Deli Serdang)
Authors: Rahmansyah Rizky , Yuhandri  , Widi Nurcahyo Gunadi
Published: July 2024

Zakat fitrah adalah zakat yang wajib dikeluarkan oleh setiap muslim yang mampu untuk membantu saudara-saudara muslim yang kurang mampu. Namun, dalam proses penentuan penerima zakat fitrah, seringkali terdapat kesulitan karena banyaknya calon penerima yang memenuhi kriteria. Oleh karena itu, dibutuhkan suatu sistem pendukung keputusan yang dapat membantu dalam proses penentuan penerima zakat fitrah. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan sistem pendukung keputusan menggunakan metode Simple Additive Weighting (SAW) untuk menentukan penerima zakat fitrah di Yayasan Abdul Khalik Fajduani Deli Serdang. Metode SAW dipilih karena dapat mengolah beberapa kriteria yang berbeda dan memberikan bobot untuk setiap kriteria. Metode ini juga relatif mudah diimplementasikan dan dapat menghasilkan hasil yang cukup akurat. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa sistem pendukung keputusan dengan metode SAW dapat membantu meningkatkan dalam proses penentuan penerima zakat fitrah di yayasan tersebut. Selain itu, hasil perhitungan menggunakan metode SAW menunjukkan bahwa jamaah yang bernama Atmaja Putra mendapatkan nilai yang mendekati kriteria dengan nilai 0.775 dan mendapatkan peringkat terbaik 1. Hal ini menunjukkan bahwa sistem pendukung keputusan dengan metode SAW dapat membantu dalam penentuan penerima zakat fitrah dengan lebih efektif dan efisien.
Kata kunci: Zakat Fitrah, Sistem Pendukung Keputusan, Simple Additive Weighting, Penentuan Penerima Zakat Fitrah, Yayasan Abdul Khalik Fajduani Deli Serdang.