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Exploring the Combinational Effects of Pomegranate and Physical Activity on Health: A Rapid Review of Iranian Studies
Authors: Sahebi Farnaz , Azarbayjani Mohammad Ali , Atashak Sirvan , Rahmati Saleh
Published: February 2024

: Pomegranate, recognized as one of the most widely utilized herbal medicines, comprises three components: Pomegranate juice, seeds, and peel. Each part of the fruit contains a range of phytochemical compounds, macronutrients, and micronutrients. With a history dating back to 3000 BC, pomegranate has gained global recognition for its diverse therapeutic effects, attributed to the presence of various phytochemicals such as flavonoids (e.g., flavonols, anthocyanins, ellagitannins, and phenolic acids). These compounds contribute to the herb’s antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, antibacterial, cardioprotective, and other health-promoting properties. The beneficial properties of pomegranate have captured the interest of sports physiologists, who recognize this herb as a promising substance to augment the health-promoting effects of exercise programs. A review of the SID and Google Scholar databases revealed that Iranian sports physiologists have published 25 articles investigating the combinational effects of exercise programs and pomegranate administration. The primary focus of these studies was on metabolic changes, followed by oxidative stress markers. The majority of their participants were obese women with type 2 diabetes. Collectively, these findings indicated that the combination of pomegranate consumption and physical exercises, particularly aerobic exercises, enhanced the beneficial impact of aerobic training on metabolic parameters and anti-oxidative markers. Based on these studies, it can be concluded that pomegranate extract can potentiate the health-enhancing effects of physical exercise. Therefore, it is recommended to consider utilizing pomegranate derivatives in conjunction with exercise programs to maximize their beneficial health effects.
Desempeño del proceso preanalítico del análisis de gases sanguíneo en un hospital pediátrico en la ciudad de Lima, 2018
Authors: Arellano-Núñez Víctor J.
Published: February 2024

Objetivo: Describir el desempeño del proceso preanalítico durante el análisis de gases sanguíneos (AGS) en el INSN-2018. Materiales y métodos: Se desarrolló un estudio observacional, descriptivo y transversal que identificó puntos críticos durante en el análisis en solicitudes de 2428 pacientes aplicando la métrica sigma (σ). Resultados: El 62 % presenta errores preanalíticos en el AGS, 93 % corresponde a jeringas y 7 % a capilares. En jeringas, los errores son relativos a solicitudes ilegibles (13,3 %), reescritas (2,4 %) y temporales (1,1 %); y en la muestra, por presencia de coágulos (1,6 %), burbujas (12,3 %), jeringas sin tapón (56,1 %) y al escaso volumen (12,6 %). En capilares, los errores relativos fueron solicitudes ilegibles (10,8 %), reescritas (8,8 %) y temporales (3,1 %); y en la muestra fue la burbuja (1,3 %). Los servicios críticos presentan mayor error preanalítico en jeringas (72 %) y capilares (67 %) que otros servicios. Por otro lado, los volúmenes menores a 0,4 mL se consideraron inaceptables según los valores sigma. Conclusiones: Se evidenció que existe una alta tasa de errores preanalíticos, provenientes de las unidades críticas, donde las muestras tomadas de jeringas presentaron los mayores problemas. A nivel hospitalario se recomienda, implementar políticas de calidad enfocadas en la fase preanalítica y comprar dispositivos adecuados para la recolección de la muestra para el AGS.
The Past, Present, and Future of Oral Dosage Forms for Children
Authors: Meyers Rachel S.
Published: February 2024

The administration of medications to children has been a challenge for parents and caregivers for generations. Pharmaceutical companies have often overcome the difficulties of weight-based dosing and the ­inability of most young children to swallow solid dosage forms by creating oral liquids. While oral liquids ­offer advantages in terms of dose flexibility, swallowability, and ease of administration for young children and patients with enteral tubes, they have been plagued by issues such as taste, volume, and texture, to name a few. While the recommendations for broader use of oral syringes can help with the issue of measuring accuracy and incremental dosing, the issues of poor taste and frequently unacceptable volumes for doses remain a problem. New oral dosage forms which have begun to enter the United States marketplace have the potential to improve adherence and acceptability of oral medications for children, but come with their own unique challenges.
Enteral Pentobarbital in the Difficult to Sedate Critically Ill Children
Authors: Aljabari Salim , Keaveney Shannon , Anderson Jordan
Published: February 2024

OBJECTIVE

Difficult analgosedation is common and challenging in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). It is important to study alternative and supplemental sedatives for when the first-line agents become ­insufficient.

METHODS

In this retrospective chart-review study, we report our center’s experience in using intermittent doses of enteral pentobarbital as an adjunct sedative in 13 difficult to sedate critically ill and mechanically ventilated children. We compare the average sedation score and cumulative doses of other ­sedatives (opioids, benzodiazepines and alpha-2 agonists) in the 24 hours before and 24 hours after enteral ­pentobarbital initiation.

RESULTS

The addition of enteral pentobarbital was associated with lower State Behavioral State (SBS) scores in 8 out of the 13 patients and on average smaller doses of opioids (decreased by 11%), ­benzodiazepines (BZD) (decreased by 5%) and alpha-agonists (decreased by 20%). No adverse effects were noted attributable to pentobarbital administration.

CONCLUSION

Enteral pentobarbital seems to be safe and effective agent in the difficult to sedate critically ill child.
The Bioavailability of CHF6563, an Ethanol-Free, Sublingual Neonatal Buprenorphine Formulation: A Bridging Study Conducted in Adults
Authors: Kraft Walter K. , Barneschi Irene , Bocchi Maria , Santoro Debora , Cella Massimo
Published: February 2024

OBJECTIVE

Sublingual buprenorphine has demonstrated efficacy for treatment of the neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome (NOWS), but the current formulation used in clinical practice contains 30% ethanol. Ethanol as a pharmacologically active excipient ideally should be removed from neonatal formulations. The objective of this study was to determine the relative bioavailability of a novel ethanol-free ­formulation (CHF6563) compared with the commonly used ethanolic solution in a phase I, open-label, 2-period, ­single-dose, crossover study in healthy adults.

METHODS

Eighteen adult opioid-naïve volunteers were administered one of the formulations in a randomized crossover treatment. After a 10-day washout period, subjects received the other formulation. Serial blood samples were drawn for pharmacokinetic analysis over 48 hours.

RESULTS

The geometric mean ratio (90% CIs) of the ethanol-free buprenorphine solution AUC0–last was 0.80 (0.65–0.99) and Cmax was 0.81 (0.66–0.99) compared with reference ethanolic formulation. The ­ethanol-free formulation had a greater degree of intersubject variability than the ethanol-containing ­reference formulation (coefficient of variation of 59% vs 31.5%, respectively, for AUC0–last).

CONCLUSIONS

In an adult population, a novel ethanol-free formulation of buprenorphine containing widely used excipients demonstrated a slight decrease in bioavailability when compared with an ethanolic solution. These results will inform those seeking to develop ethanol-free pediatric drug formulations.
Pharmacologic Management of Sialorrhea in Neonatal and Pediatric Patients
Authors: Bradford Caitlyn V. , Parman Avery M. , Johnson Peter N. , Miller Jamie L.
Published: February 2024

Sialorrhea, defined as an excess flow of saliva or excessive secretions, is common in patients with cerebral palsy and other neurologic disorders and is associated with clinical complications such as increased risk of local skin reactions, infections, aspiration, pneumonia, and dehydration. Upon failure of non-pharmacologic measures, clinicians have several noninvasive pharmacologic options available to manage sialorrhea. This review of the literature provides detailed descriptions of medications used, efficacy, safety, and practical considerations for use of non-injectable pharmacologic agents. The literature search included published ­human studies in the English language in PubMed and Google Scholar from 1997 to 2022. Relevant citations within articles were also screened. A total of 15 studies representing 719 pediatric patients were included. Glycopyrrolate, atropine, scopolamine, and trihexyphenidyl all have a potential role for sialorrhea management in children; however, glycopyrrolate remains the most studied option with 374 (n = 52.0%) of the 719 patients included in the systematic review receiving this medication. Overall, glycopyrrolate showed similar efficacy but higher tolerability than its comparators in 2 comparative studies and is often considered the first-line agent. Patient-specific (age, route of administration) and medication-specific (dosage formulation, medication strength) considerations must be weighed when initiating a new therapy or switching to another medication upon treatment failure. Owing to the high propensity of adverse events with all agents, clinicians should consider initiating doses at the lower end of the dosage range, as previous studies have noted a dose-dependent relationship.
Evaluation of KIDs List Compliance at a Children’s Hospital Within a Large Academic Medical Center
Authors: Cooper Alexandra , Lyons Shannon , Thames Lisa , Scott Timothea , Gayle Ansley , Lehman Alexandra , Higgins Tara
Published: February 2024

OBJECTIVES

In 2020, a list of Key Potentially Inappropriate Drugs in Pediatrics, known as the “KIDs List,” was published. The objective of this analysis was to evaluate institutional compliance with the ­recommendations in this publication and identify areas for improvement.

METHODS

Medications in the KIDs List were compared to the institutional formulary at a large academic medical center caring for pediatric and adult patients. Medications listed in the formulary were then ­evaluated for order comments and restrictions related to their use in pediatric patients. Oral liquid products and a group of commonly used intravenous (IV) medications were reviewed for potentially inappropriate excipients through available manufacturer information. The pediatric clinical specialists were then solicited to review and make recommendations for medications that had not been addressed.

RESULTS

Of the 67 medications or classes listed in the KIDs List, 47 (70.1%) of the medications are listed in our formulary and available for use. Of these 47 medications, 4 (8.5%) included warnings related to their use in pediatric patients. Of the 270 oral liquid medications reviewed, 206 (76.3%) contained at least 1 ­potentially inappropriate excipient. Of the 20 commonly used IV medications, 3 (15%) contained at least 1 potentially inappropriate excipient.

CONCLUSIONS

This review found that many medications listed in the KIDs List are included in our ­institution’s formulary and that few have warnings for pediatric patients built into the institutional electronic health record. Further review of medications in the formulary will be conducted to determine the next steps to implementing KIDs List recommendations.
Selection of the Best Electronic Goods Supplier Using the MFEP Method
Authors: Ginting Suranta Bill Patric , Manullang Jontinus , Harmoko Lubis  , Manik Aditiarno
Published: February 2024

The selection of the best supplier to fulfil the needs of the store in the continuous sale of electronic goods requires a selectivity process using many factors, namely product quality, product price, service, and product delivery speed. However, the number of alternatives to be selected can make it difficult for decision makers to determine the best choice in the selection process. Therefore, a decision support system is needed to support decision making so that the selection of the best electronic goods supplier can be done easily and quickly. The decision-making method used to make accurate decision results on the decision support system for selecting the best supplier of electronic goods in this study is MFEP. The sample data used in this study consists of 6 (six) alternatives and 4 (four) criteria as a factor in determining alternative ranking results. In the final results of this study, it was concluded that the A4 alternative had the highest value (0.3758) compared to 5 (five) other alternatives, namely A6 (0.3544), A1 (0.3484), A3 (0.325), A2 (0.3136), and A5 (0.2828). So that alternative A4 is the most recommended alternative for decision makers to choose as a supplier of electronic goods.
Application of Preference Selection Index in Recruitment of Search Engine Optimization Specialist
Authors: Marbun Nasib , Pozilova Shahnoza Khaydaraliyevna , Shahadi Haider Ismael , Ghosh Ankush
Published: February 2024

Search Engine Optimization Specialist is one of the important factors that can help digital agencies improve services to all their customers. This research aims to develop a decision-making system in the recruitment process of Search Engine Optimization Specialists by applying the Preference Selection Index method. The Search Engine Optimization Specialist recruitment decision-making system in this study uses 5 (five) criteria, namely educational background, ability to use SEO tools, work experience as a Search Engine Optimization Specialist, digital marketing skills, and age. The research sample data collection technique related to the recruitment of Search Engine Optimization Specialists used in this research is Literature Study. After the author succeeds in collecting research sample data, at the next stage the author analyzes the application of the Preference Selection Index method in the recruitment of Search Engine Optimization Specialists. The results of this study show that alternative A02 (0.855641604) has the highest value and gets the first ranking position. Meanwhile, the alternatives that get the second to fifth ranking positions are A05 (0,834620739), A03 (0,741086734), A04 (0,716537597), and A01 (0,708920064). So that the most recommended alternative based on the calculation of the Preference Selection Index on the recruitment of Search Engine Optimization Specialists in this study is alternative A02 (0,855641604).
Spisy ludności w Polsce i na ziemiach polskich do 1939 r.
Authors: Łukasiewicz Juliusz
Published: February 2024

This article presents the development of the population censuses organisation and subject-matter in the historical treatment with the background of other European countries and the United States. The Polish Population Census 1789 as well as the censuses conducted in the Grand Duchy of Warsaw within the years 1808–1810 and in the Polish Kingdom in 1897 are described too. Moreover population censuses in Galicia in the second half of the XIX century (conducted every ten years) as well as population censuses in the Prussia annexed territory (organised every five years) are discussed. Last part of the paper presents population censuses conducted in the II Republic of Poland.
Ekonomicznie żywotne gospodarstwa rolne użytkowane przez nierolników
Authors: Zegar Józef
Published: February 2024

The aim of the article is to present the economic strong farm groups whose income is not the main source of the household maintenance. An economic active farm is assumed a farm which produces a standard direct surplus of minimum 8 ESU. There are about 240 thousand of such farms including 30 thousand of the operated by households with income prevalent from outside agriculture sources. This very farm group has been analysed in comparison to all individual farms and to economic active farmers' entities. More important farm and farmer characteristics were included in the analysis. The data sources come from CSO's structural survey conducted in 2007.
Polaryzacja konsumpcji w gospodarstwach domowych
Authors: Piekut Marlena
Published: February 2024

The author's purpose was to separate relatively homogenous household groups included to a defined group regarding a level of disposable incomes per capita. The Classification and Regression Trees (CART) method was used to realize the aim. Individual data of the CSO's household budget survey for 2006 were the material of the analysis. The household size as well as the education level of the household head were the most important factors affecting the predilection for remaining in a defined group regarding a level of income in households. The age of the household head had a less importance among analysed variables. Such features as the lower education level of the household head, more persons in a household as well as the higher number of children and localisation in the smallest towns and villages are favorable for remaining in the household group with lower income. Higher education level of the household head and lower person number in a household occur more often in households of the better economic position.
Modelowanie popytu na pracę
Authors: Dróżdż Aleksandra , Sztaudynger Jan
Published: February 2024

An estimation of the model of the demand for labour was discussed in the article. Production, investment rate and salaries were explanatory variables. Production and investment rate were introduced on the base of the neoclassical production function and the last variable - on the base of the neoclassical theory of the demand for labour. Special attention was paid to the investment rate which reflects not only the work substitution by physical capital but as well the expected economic trend. The hypothesis that in conditions of the high investment rate (economic boom) the negative substitution results for the demand for labour are mitigated by positive results of the new work places' creation. The demand for labour is a parabolic function of the investment rate. It means a modification of the demand-for-labour function derived from the neoclassical production function. Moreover, there is significant structural non-adjustment in the economy in circumstances of the high investment rate. It deteriorates economic results i.a. it increases work outlays needed to create production item. It results an additional demand for labour and undermine the substitution effect of the investment.
Review: Control of Strawberry Aphids (Chaetosiphon Fragaefolii; Aphididae) Through Sustainable Natural Materials In Strawberry (Fragaria X Ananassa) Cultivation
Authors: Arsyi Muhammad Muzayyin , Sukorini Henik , Arifah Sri Mursiani
Published: February 2024

Aphids (Chaetosiphon fragaefolii; Aphididae) are one of the pests that attack Strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa) plants that can transmit viruses infecting Strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa) plants. Symptoms caused by Chaetosiphon fragaefolii include sooty mold, stunted growth and twisted, curly and yellow stems. Farmers will experience losses caused by aphids (Chaetosiphon fragaefolii) symptoms such as a significant reduction in strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa) yields. The purpose of this literature study examines how to control aphids (Chaetosiphon fragaefolii) that attack Strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa) plants through natural ingredients. The results for controlling aphids (Chaetosiphon fragaefolii) through natural materials are 4, namely: Entomopathogenic fungi: Beaubevia bassiana and Metarizium sp., Parasitoids: Aphelinus varipes, Predators: family Syrphidae, family Asilidae, Orius insidiosus, Cycloneda sanguinea, Eriopis connexa and Coleomegilla quadrifasciata, Organic Pesticides: neem leaves with a concentration of 35 (g/l water) and mortality of 8.76 heads, while papaya leaves use a concentration of 30 ml/liter of water.
Effects of PCNL under the guidance of hologram technology on stress response and renal injury factors in patients with complex kidney stones
Authors: Liu Changming , Dong Zimin , Sheng Mingxiong , Huang Xinghua , Huang Youfeng
Published: February 2024

Background: To investigate the effect of percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) guided by holographic image technology on stress response and renal injury factors in patients with complex renal calculi. Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted on the clinical data of 70 patients admitted to our hospital between August 2022 and June 2023 who had complex kidney stones. The patients were divided into two groups, namely, group A and group B, based on whether they received guidance from preoperative holographic imaging technology. Group A consisted of forty patients who underwent PCNL after undergoing renal CT examination prior to surgery, while Group B included thirty patients who underwent PCNL guided by holographic imaging technology. Various indexes, including operative factors, stress response, inflammatory response, renal injury factors, renal function, complication rate, and the rate of achieving complete stone clearance in a single procedure, were compared between the two groups. Results: In group B, the puncture time and operation time of the target calyces were shorter compared to group A, additionally, the intraoperative blood loss in group B was lower than that in group A (P<0.05). 24 h after surgery, group B exhibited higher levels of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) compared to group A, additionally, the level of malondialdehyde (MDA) in group B was lower than that in group A (P<0.05). 24 h after surgery, group B exhibited lower levels of tumor necrosis factor a (TNF-a), interleukin-6 (IL-6), IL-1, and hypersensitive C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) compared to group A (P<0.05). Furthermore, group B showed lower levels of neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipid carrier protein (NGAL), inducible protein-8-like molecule 2 (TIPE2), and b2-microglobulin (b2-MG) than group A at the 7-day mark (P<0.05). 24 h after the operation, There was no statistically significant difference observed in the levels of SCr, BUN, between group A and group B group (P > 0.05); however, exhibited lower levels of CysC compared to group A (P < 0.05). Additionally, there were no significant differences in postoperative complications between group B and group A (P>0.05). Furthermore, one month after surgery, the one-time stone clearance rate in group B was significantly higher than that in group A (P<0.05). Conclusions: PCNL under the guidance of hologram technology can shorten the time of puncture target calyce and operation, reduce the amount of intraoperative blood loss, effectively reduce the postoperative stress reaction and inflammatory reaction of patients, reduce the level of renal injury factors, improve renal function, and increase the one-time stone clearance rate.
Maximizing Foreign Direct Investment Returns: Unravelling the Complexities and Overcoming Challenges in Dividend Withholding Tax Reclaim Processes
Authors: Maxongo V.T. , Ndlovu J.
Published: February 2024

This article explores the complexities surrounding dividend withholding tax reclaim processes and their impact on foreign direct investment returns. It first highlights the growing trend of investors seeking opportunities outside their local stock exchanges and investing in shares abroad or dual-listed shares. Through advanced technology, cross-border transactions have become more prevalent, allowing resident investors to easily purchase shares in foreign markets and non-resident investors to invest in local markets.The refund process often involves submitting extensive documentation, lengthy processing times, potential time limitations for claiming refunds, burdensome administrative procedures, language barriers in foreign jurisdictions, unfamiliar legal requirements, and the possibility of audits or reviews by tax authorities to validate refund claims. Examining these complexities and their impact, this article employs a doctrinal research approach comparing different treaty practices across the Southern African Development Community, also in relation to third countries. It reveals that the complexities of dividend withholding tax reclaim processes significantly affect foreign direct investors’ returns on investment. The article emphasizes the importance of enhancing transparency and consistency in these processes, streamlining documentation requirements, and developing efficient electronic systems.
PENERAPAN CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT UNTUK MENINGKATKAN PELAYANAN PENDIDIKAN MENGGUNAKAN METODE SERVQUAL
Authors: amatullah Shabrina
Published: February 2024

SMA Negeri 2 Tanjung Raja adalah salah satu sekolah yang berada di Kabupaten Ogan Ilir yang telah memiliki banyak lulusan yang sudah tersebar pada berbagai bidang perguruan tinggi baik negeri maupun swasta. Namun pada sisi kepuasan pelanggan sekolah masih memiliki kekurangan dan belum optimal, misalnya melihat kepuasan dari orang tua siswa, guru, dan siswa semua digunakan kuisioner yang hanya dipakai pada periode waktu tertentu seperti saat uas, keluhan, kritik saran dan konsultasi masih belum tersimpan dengan baik (paper-based). Pada konsep crm itu sendiri memiliki tujuan dalam hal kepuasan pelanggan, bagaimana melihat dan mengukur hal tersebut, bagaimana merumuskan dan mendapatkan nilai pasti dari kepuasan pelanggan. maka untuk mendapatkan nilai yang valid digunakanlah instrument kuisioner, lalu perhitungan salah satu metode service quality (servqual) dengan membagi menjadi beberapa dimensi dalam penelitian ini. Hasil dari perhitungan itulah yang dijadikan patokan untuk meningkatkan pelayanan pendidikan.
PENERAPAN CRM SOSIAL UNTUK MENINGKATKAN HUBUNGAN PELANGGAN
Authors: Novita Adinda Putri
Published: February 2024

Social Customer Relationship Management (Social CRM) diterapkan untuk meningkatkan hubungan  dengan pelanggan dalam menyediakan informasi perusahaan, mempromosikan produk, mengetahui ketertarikan dan mendengarkan kritik serta saran pelanggan. Sistem yang dibangun menggunakan metode pengembangan sistem FAST dan memanfaatkan media sosial Facebook PT. Greentech Equipment Indonesia. Hasil penelitian ini merupakan sistem Social CRM yang mendukung pengelolaan hubungan pelanggan dengan memanfaatkan media sosial Facebook.
DAMPAK PROMOSI ONLINE SERTA MUTU LAYANAN PENGIRIMAN KEPADA LOYALITAS KONSUMEN TERHADAP APLIKASI GRAB
Authors: Nainggolan Hotnida , Dewantara Rizki
Published: February 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji pengaruh promosi dan kualitas pelayanan terhadap loyalitas pelanggan pada aplikasi Grab di Kota Pelembang. Grab, sebagai penyedia layanan transportasi dan pengiriman barang berbasis aplikasi, menghadapi persaingan yang ketat dalam industri ini. Oleh karena itu, memahami faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi loyalitas pelanggan menjadi penting untuk meningkatkan daya saing perusahaan. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan casual comparative research. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah pengguna aplikasi Grab yang berdomisili di Kota Palembang Sumatera Selatan. Teknik penentuan sampel menggunakan purposive sampling dengan jumlah sampel sebanyak 100 responden dengan menggunakan rumus lemeshow. Pengumpulan data menggunakn kuesioner dengan media goggle form. Teknik analisa yang digunakan adalah metode metode anlisis jalur (path analysis). Pengolahan dan penganalisaan data dalam penelitian ini dengan menggunakan bantuan program SPSS versi 25 yang digunakan untuk menghitung nilai statistik berupa uji instrumen,  uji asumsi klasik dan uji hipotesis. Penelitian ini juga memberikan kontribusi teoritis terhadap literatur manajemen pemasaran dengan menggambarkan dinamika faktor-faktor yang memengaruhi loyalitas pelanggan dalam konteks layanan berbasis aplikasi. Implikasi praktis dari penelitian ini dapat membantu manajemen Grab dan perusahaan sejenis dalam mengembangkan strategi yang lebih efektif untuk memenangkan hati dan menjaga loyalitas pelanggan dalam lingkungan bisnis yang cepat berubah. Hasil penelitian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan pemahaman yang lebih mendalam tentang bagaimana promise dan kualitas pelayanan berkontribusi terhadap loyalitas pelanggan di konteks aplikasi Grab. Temuan ini dapat menjadi dasar strategi perusahaan dalam meningkatkan layanan dan memperkuat hubungan dengan pelanggan, sehingga dapat mempertahankan dan meningkatkan jumlah pengguna aplikasi Grab di Kota Palembang. Hasil pengujian ini menunjukan bahwa promosi berpengaruh positif terhadap signifikan terhadap loyalitas pelanggan, dan kualitas pelayanan berpengaruh positif terhadap loyalitas pelanggan.
ANALISIS PERSEPSI KONSUMEN TERHADAP JASA BELANJA ONLINE SHOPEE
Authors: Kusuma Triana Hasty , Safitri Anni
Published: February 2024

Persepsi konsumen dalam melakukan pembelian secara online pada suatu produk atau jasa dengan merk tertentu pasti tidak terlepas dari adanya suatu faktor. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui faktor-faktor apa saja yang dapat mempengaruhi persepsi masyarakat (konsumen) selama berbelanja di shopee dan bagaimana kepuasan pembeli di Teknologi Internet era sekarang ini. Yang menjadi fokus penelitian yaitu faktor harga, kualitas produk dan kualitas pelayanan terhadap jasa belanja online Shopee. Jenis penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian kualitatif dengan metode pengumpulan data melalui wawancara. Metode pengambilan sampel dalam penelitian ini menggunakan metode accidental random sampling, yaitu pengambilan sampel dari anggota populasi acak, populasi yang dapat ditemui dengan mudah yang dengan senang hati memberikannya.  Berdasarkan hasil penelitian bahwa persepsi konsumen dalam hal  pertama harga, konsumen merasa puas dan tidak merasa terbebani dengan harga yang ada di Shopee, walapun dua informan ada yang mengatakan harga di Shopee lebih mahal daripada di pasaran.  Kedua, faktor  Kualitas produk, yang dibutuhkan 10% informan tidak puas karena kualitas produk cacat, 30% informan kurang puas karena kualitas barang yang dipesan tidak sesuai dengan yang mereka lihat di Shopee dan 60% informan puas akan kualitas produk yang dibutuhkan. Ketiga, faktor Kualitas Pelayanan, 60% responden puas dalam pelayanan karyawan juga puas dalam pengiriman barang karena barang sampai tepat waktu  dan diterima dalam keadaan baik, 30% responden kurang puas karena sikap dan cara penyampaian yang kurang mudah dimengerti serta 10% responden  tidak puas terhadap pelayanan karena barang lama sampai dan penjual shopee lambat respon.
Los intentos de institucionalización y “normalización universitaria” de la última dictadura. Ley universitaria, nuevo estatuto y concursos docentes en el caso de la Universidad de Buenos Aires (1980-1983).
Authors: Seia Guadalupe A.
Published: February 2024

Una vez que la última dictadura argentina consideró derrotada a la llamada “subversión”, el Ministerio de Cultura y Educación nacional buscó la institucionalización del sistema universitario reformado a partir de la intervención de los claustros desde marzo de 1976. Para ello, en abril de 1980 se sancionó una nueva normativa universitaria (Ley N° 22207). En el presente artículo analizamos las particularidades del llamado proceso de “normalización” en la Universidad de Buenos Aires. Abordaremos nuestro caso de estudio con el objetivo de aportar a la complejización del conocimiento disponible sobre la historia del sistema universitario nacional, considerando que se trata de un todo heterogéneo. Asimismo, atenderemos a las posiciones de diferentes actores: autoridades, docentes y estudiantes.
Plataforma IOT para Monitoreo Remoto de pacientes con Insuficiencia Cardíaca y técnicas de IA para la detección temprana de Fibrilación Auricular
Authors: Liberczuk Sergio Javier
Published: February 2024

El Telemonitoreo permite obtener información de rutina sobre el estado del paciente con fines de seguimiento y cuidado remoto. Las plataformas de telemonitoreo implementan mecanismos a través de sistemas de software que leen las alteraciones de los signos vitales, y permiten detectar descompensaciones en etapas incipientes para facilitar su tratamiento. En el presente artículo describimos la primera plataforma de telemonitoreo que combina IoT e IA y que se está desarrollando en el país. Esta plataforma permite que pacientes con diferentes patologías crónicas -actualmente insuficiencia cardíaca- puedan recibir la atención adecuada desde casa. El proyecto comprende dos objetivos técnicos concretos: a) desarrollar una aplicación móvil que controle los dispositivos de medición, incluido un ECG monocanal, b) producir algoritmos de procesamiento de señales biomédicas y, en particular, de detección de fibrilación auricular que se incluyan en la plataforma. En este artículo se informan los resultados preliminares del proyecto, centrándose en describir el diseño y evaluación de algoritmos de detección de Fibrilación Auricular, que han logrado resultados alentadores en términos de Exactitud, Precisión, Especificidad y Sensibilidad.
Effect of Production, Price, and Rupiah Exchange Rate on the Export Value of Cocoa Beans (HS 1801) in Indonesia
Authors: Sari Sinta Dewi Kumala , Imaningsih Niniek
Published: February 2024

Among Indonesia's many plantation exports, cocoa beans play a starring role. In general, the trends in the export value of cocoa beans is inseparable from external changes including prices, production, and exchange rates.  The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of the independent variables cocoa bean price (X1), rupiah exchange rate (X2), and cocoa bean production (X3) on the dependent variable Indonesian cocoa bean export value (Y). This research uses a quantitative approach in the form of a time series. the data used is secondary data sourced from the Badan Pusat Statistik, Bank Indonesia, and the International Cocoa Organization starting from 2008 to 2022. The data analysis method is multiple linear regression (ordinary Least Square). Based on the results of the analysis obtained information that the price of cocoa beans has a significant impact on the export value of cocoa beans, the rupiah exchange rate has no affect the export value of cocoa beans, and cocoa bean production has a significant impact on the export value of Indonesian cocoa beans.
Baking Quality of Organically Grown European Winter Wheat Germplasm in the South-East of Romania
Authors: Marinciu Cristina Mihaela , Ciucă Matilda , Șerban Gabriela , Cristina Daniel , Mandea Vasile , Galit Indira
Published: February 2024

Baking quality of organic winter wheat remains a significant challenge, primarily due to the usually lower grain protein concentration realized in organic agriculture. This study examined eighty-four winter wheat genotypes from Europe under organic conditions in the south-east of Romania, during two contrasting seasons. Various quality traits, i.e., grain protein content, bread volume, dough strength, breakdown and extensibility were analyzed. All examined traits exhibited significant differences among cultivars. Molecular assays, utilizing markers for Glu-A1, Glu-D1, Glu-B3g and NAM-A1 loci revealed genetic diversity within the germplasm. The study highlighted sixteen genotypes with bread volume statistically significant different from the average trial. In the organic system the Glu-A1x2* allele had positive effects on bread volume, water absorption, dough strength and extensibility. At Glu-D1, the alleles for Dx5 + Dy10 were detected in over 85% cultivars and showed positive effects on dough development time and extensibility. Another locus with positive effect on baking quality was NAM-A1. In this study the haplotype NAM-A1c had the highest frequency (51%), followed by NAM-A1d (38%) and NAM-A1a (11%). Both NAM-A1a and NAM-A1c haplotypes positively affected bread volume, water absorption, dough strength and extensibility. The Glu-B3g allele had a positive effect on development time. However, these genes could not explain the whole variation of quality parameters, as some of the best cultivars had unfavorable alleles while other cultivars carrying positive alleles had low quality. Obviously, other factors strongly influenced the quality parameters in organic agriculture, and further research is needed to understand their nature. Our results suggest the potential for achieving improved breadmaking quality, under organic conditions, by exploring genetic possibilities. However, combining suitable breadmaking quality with high yield will remain a challenge.
Warum der Konflikt um das EU-Lieferkettengesetz eines haftungsrechtlichen Mittelwegs bedarf
Authors: Meder Paul
Published: February 2024

Die Abstimmung im Rat der Europäischen Union um ein EU-Lieferkettengesetz ist auf ungewisse Zeit aufgeschoben. Nach Deutschlands Enthaltung kamen wie erwartet auch andere Staaten ins Zweifeln. Auslöser für die plötzliche – und für viele Mitgliedstaaten überraschende – Kehrtwende der Bundesrepublik ist eine Blockade durch die FDP. Die Minister Buschmann und Lindner fürchteten, „dass Unternehmen für Pflichtverletzungen in der Lieferkette in erheblicher Weise zivilrechtlich haften würden.“  Die sich unter anderem am Thema Haftung entzündende Kontroverse – so die These dieses Textes – ist jedoch auflösbar.
Consolidating Group-Based Refugee Protection
Authors: Querton Christel
Published: February 2024

Two pending cases before the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) provide an opportunity for the CJEU to consolidate group-based refugee protection. At the heart of the cases is a concern with granting refugee protection to groups of persons based on their inherent characteristics, in this case women and girls from Afghanistan. However, as the joined cases of AH and FN highlight, this is often due to an apprehension amongst asylum decision makers over the grant of protection to large groups of persons based on sex and misconceptions surrounding gender-based violence and discrimination.
Melodic Construction in Children's Songs "Toyor Al-Janna Channel as a Model"
Authors: Alwan Raeda , Al-Adamat Islam
Published: February 2024

This study aims to identify the melodic construction of a child's song from a specialist standpoint, as well as the characteristics of the melodic style used in these songs. The research population consists of a selection of songs from Toyor Al-Janna channel، which included (22) songs selected randomly.The researchers relied on the descriptive analytical method to prepare this study, and attempted to scientifically analyze songs in an attempt to discover the melodic building there in. The study concluded a set of results: the structure of the melodic sentences of children's songs is formulated with a mechanism that tends to rely on familiar musical scales and a simple music distribution, with melodic styles familiar to the child, which begin with a musical introduction with modern electronic instruments, and with active and simple rhythms. Most of the passages tune is concentrated in an up-and-down tonal sequence and in simple melodic jumps، repeating the tune within the child's sound space. It was clear that melodies of this age category missed the harmonic tunes for not fitting into the age category of children. The study concluded with a number of recommendations the most important of which are: the necessity of diversification of the rhythms and genres accompanying children's songs to avoid monotony and repetition, and to focus on variations in melody in the song while maintaining simplicity so that the child can perform it.
The Effectiveness of a Counseling Program Based on Humanistic Therapy to Reduce Situational Remorse, Guilt and Pessimism among a Sample of Students of Disintegrated Families
Authors: Dalaein Anas
Published: February 2024

The current study aimed to reveal the effectiveness of a counseling program based on humanistic therapy to reduce situational remorse, guilt and pessimism among a sample of students of disintegrated families. The sample of the study consisted of (26) students.  Measurements for situational remorse, guilt and pessimism were developed. The validity and reliability of their psychometric characteristics were verrified, and a counseling program based on the humanistic theory was built. The results of the study showed that there were statistically significant differences in the ranks of the mean scores of feelings of situational remorse, guilt and pessimism in the experimental group in the post-measurement compared with the control group, and that there are no differences between the mean scores of the experimental group in the post and follow-up measurements in the scale of situational remorse, guilt and pessimism. The study came out with some recommendations, including the need to use the current counseling program in helping students to reduce each of the students' feelings of situational remorse, guilt and pessimism.
The Reality of Using Activities and Teaching Methods Based on the Theory of Multiple Intelligences and its Relationship to the Achievement of Basic Stage Students in Geography in Irbid Governorate
Authors: Al-Shraideh Bushra
Published: February 2024

The study aimed to reality of using activities and teaching methods based on the theory of multiple intelligences and its relationship to the achievement of basic stage students in geography. The study used the correlative descriptive approach, and the sample consisted of (351) male and female students who were selected randomly. The results showed a high degree of the geography teachers’ use of the teaching activities and methods based on the theory of multiple intelligences in teaching, and that there are no differences in the viewpoints of the members of the study sample due to (gender and class). It also showed that there is a correlation between using activities and teaching methods based on the theory of multiple intelligences and achievement. The study recommended the need to hold educational workshops and training courses for in-service teachers to train them on methods of developing the use of activities and teaching methods based on the theory of multiple intelligences in improving the cognitive content of the geography they teach ,and developing positive attitudes towards it.
The Effect of a Proposed Psychological Program with Mental Imagery on the Competitive Performance of the Football Team Players at Yarmouk University
Authors: Maqableh Muhammad , Al-Wisi Nizar
Published: February 2024

The study aimed to identify the effect of a proposed psychological program with mental imagery on the competitive performance of the football team players at Yarmouk University ) 2021-2022). The researchers used the experimental method, and the study sample consisted of (18) players who were randomly divided into two groups: The experimental group applied the proposed mental imagery program in addition to the regular training program. As for the control group, they applied the regular training program alone. The study tool consisted of the competitive behavior scale (Harris, 1984), which was arabized by (Allawi, 1998), where the scale consisted of (20) phrases, and the arithmetic mean, standard deviation, paired sample T-test and Independent sample T-test were used. The stability coefficient was calculated using Cronbach's Alpha method, and the repetition stability (Test. R. test) by Pearson correlation coefficient was used. The results showed that there were statistically significant differences between the pre- and post- measurements for the experimental group in favor of the post measurement, and that there were no statistically significant differences between the pre- and post-measurements of the control group, while there are statistically significant differences in the post measurement between the control and experimental groups and in favor of the members of the experimental group.
Análisis de aceros y recubrimientos en tambores de mezclado de mixers: Influencia en el desgaste abrasivo según la norma ASTM G105
Authors: Caizaluiza Delgado Francisco jericho , Alcívar Véliz Daniel Alexander , Mera Mendoza Andrés Mauricio , Taranto González Edwin Domingo Pastor
Published: February 2024

Esta Investigacion se apoyó en un método cualitativo, de manera que, se utilizó datos basados en una investigación descriptiva junto a un estudio de caso, es decir, casos realizados junto a la bibliografía de revistas, de la misma manera, se ha permitido desarrollar un análisis que se ha obtenido resultados de varios estudios, por ende, se aplica varios procedimientos con la finalidad de hallar información que nos permita crear una discusión de acuerdo a las diversas teorías apoyadas en diversos profesionales o referente a las primeras teorías que se asimilen al tema o sus variables.
An innovative air-cooling system for efficiency improvement of retrofitted rooftop photovoltaic module using cross-flow fan
Authors: Mustafa Rozita , Mohd Radzi Mohd Amran Bin , Hizam Hashim Bin , Che Soh Azura
Published: February 2024

This study presents an innovative air-cooling photovoltaic (PV)system using cross-flow fan with speed regulation to optimize performance of rooftop PVsystem in tropical climates like Malaysia. Air passed through the impeller enters perpendicularly to the motor shaft, deflected by the fan blades and evacuated, allowing the fan to operate at its most efficient operating point. The airflow provided within the rear of the PV modules and the roof surface blow out the trapped hot air. Changes in the  module temperature (Tcell) are detected and the fan speed are adjusted accordingly to the PWM. This method was tested for 12 hours continuously from 7:00 am on the existing PV system at German Malaysian Institute (GMI) Bangi. The highest Tcell achieved 72.88 °C and 55.75°C without and with air-cooling system with average power 210.22 W and 246.67 W per peak sun factor (PSF) respectively. There was a 17.34% increase in average power with a 13.18% in average net output power and achieved 6.68% energy efficiency using the proposed cooling system. Tcell increases more swiftly and reaches higher temperatures in the absence of a cooling system, whereas Tcell increases more slowly and at lower temperatures when a cooling system is present. The projected system's power rating was 6.48 W, which is 2.6% per PV module, and it really attained 6.32 W, which is 2.53% per PV module, while total energy consumption by the fan was 51.89 Wh per day, which is only 3.89% per PV module.
Academic Skills Pocketbook
Authors: Scharges Richard , Watson Ashleigh , Thornely Linda , McGlynn Susan
Published: February 2024

There is so much to learn when you start university. This book will focus on the most important academic skills you'll need to get started, leaving sufficient 'room' for actual learning and reducing your cognitive load. This book aims to give you a quick understanding of these skills which you can then apply within your area of study. This book aligns to UN Sustainable Development Goal 4 – Quality Education supporting inclusive and affordable access to higher educational resources.
Analyzing Experimental Data in Structural Equation Models
Authors: Weijters Bert
Published: February 2024

This two-day workshop, 'Analyzing Experimental Data using Structural Equation Modeling', led by Bert Weijters from Ghent University, provides a comprehensive understanding of SEM and its applications in research, with a focus on using Mplus software for SEM analysis. Ideal for PhD students, professors, and professional researchers in Psychology, Education, Management, and Marketing, the seminar offers practical experience in data analysis and an official Instats certificate of completion, with ECTS Equivalent points for European students.