bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Examining Health Information Scanning and Seeking across Diverse Language, Cultural and Technological Media among Latinx Adolescents (Preprint)
Authors: DuPont-Reyes Melissa , Villatoro Alice P. , Tang Lu
Published: July 2024

BACKGROUND

Latinx adolescent populations may find media, especially social media, as supportive to mental health. In light of this, public attitudes, policies and practices must consider a more diverse portrait of new and diverse language/cultural social media when deliberating about potential harmful effects on mental health risks among adolescents.

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to identify health information scanning and seeking behaviors in diverse language/cultural media types among Latinx adolescents as knowledge is limited.

METHODS

In 2021, 701 U.S.-based Latinx adolescents ages 13-20 self-completed a cross-sectional survey about health-related media use. Assessments ascertained frequency of media use and mental/physical health information scanning and seeking across various media technologies (e.g., television, podcasts, social media) and language/culture (i.e., Spanish, Latinx-tailored-English, and general-English). Linear regression models estimated adjusted predicted means of mental/physical health information scanning/seeking across diverse language/cultural media types, net personal/family factors, in the full sample and across mental health symptoms (moderate/high versus none/mild).

RESULTS

No significant differences in media use were observed across symptom groups. However, Latinx adolescents with moderate/high versus none/mild symptoms more often scanned general-English media and social media for mental health information (p<.05), although not for physical health information. Also, Latinx adolescents with moderate/high versus none/mild symptoms more often sought mental health information on Latinx-tailored and general-English media, and social media (p<0.05); a similar pattern was found for physical health information seeking. Finally, Latinx adolescents with moderate/high versus none/mild symptoms more often sought help from family/friends for mental/physical health problems and healthcare providers for mental health only (p<0.05).

CONCLUSIONS

While media usage was not disparate across mental health, Latinx adolescents with moderate/high symptoms more often encountered mental health content in general-English media, and social media and family/friend networks, underscoring the importance of providing accessible, quality information to social networks, both in-person and online, to address adolescent mental health.
Ethical perspectives of mHealth users toward AI-enabled direct-to-consumer mHealth applications: Qualitative interview study (Preprint)
Authors: Ryan Katie , Hogg Justin , Kasun Max , Kim Jane
Published: July 2024

BACKGROUND

The increasing use of direct-to-consumer AI-enabled mHealth (AI-mHealth) applications presents an opportunity for more effective health management and monitoring and expanded mHealth capabilities. However, AI’s early developmental stage has prompted ethical concerns related to privacy, informed consent, and bias, among others. While some of these concerns have been explored in early stakeholder research related to AI-mHealth, the limited literature suggests that the broader landscape of considerations that hold ethical significance to users may remain underexplored.

OBJECTIVE

Our aim was to document and explore the ethical perspectives of users of mHealth regarding AI-mHealth applications.

METHODS

We conducted semi-structured interviews with users of mHealth applications (N=21) and employed a qualitative descriptive design to document and describe their ethical perspectives.

RESULTS

Through qualitative analysis, three major categories and nine subcategories describing users’ perspectives were identified. Users described attitudes toward the impact of AI-mHealth on their health and data (i.e., influences on health awareness and management, value for mental versus physical health, and the inevitability of data sharing); influences on their trust in AI-mHealth (i.e., expert recommendations, attitudes toward technology companies, and AI explainability); and their preferences relating to information sharing in AI-mHealth (i.e., the type of data that is collected, future uses of their data, and the accessibility of information).

CONCLUSIONS

This paper provides additional context relating to a number of ethical concerns previously posited or identified in the AI-mHealth literature, including trust, explainability, and information sharing, and revealed additional considerations that have not been previously documented, i.e., users’ differentiation between the value of AI-mHealth for physical and mental health use cases, and their willingness to extend empathy to non-explainable AI. To our best knowledge, this study is the first to apply an open-ended, qualitative descriptive approach to explore the perspectives of end users of direct-to-consumer AI-mHealth applications.

CLINICALTRIAL

This study addressed a supplemental aim to an ongoing study about the ethics of AI use in medicine (NCATS R01-TR-003505). This study obtained human subjects research approval from the Institutional Review Board of Stanford University on June 21, 2022 (#58118).
Monthly Variations in Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests among Federally Qualified Health Centers Patients in Missouri, USA: Quality Improvement Project (Preprint)
Authors: McElroy Jane A , Smith Jamie B , Everett Kevin D
Published: July 2024

BACKGROUND

Compelling evidence shows screening detects colorectal cancer (CRC) at earlier stages and prevents the development of CRC through removal of pre-cancerous polyps. For average risk patients, there are three commonly used screening tests used in the United States—two types of stool tests collected at home (FIT/FOBT and FIT-DNA) and colonoscopy completed at procedural centers.

OBJECTIVE

This study’s purpose is to examine variation by month for the three types of CRC testing to evaluate consistent patient care by clinical staff.

METHODS

Data from 31 federally qualified health center (FQHC) clinics in Missouri from 2011-2023 were analyzed. A sample of 37,994 unique eligible patients were identified. Simple statistics characterize the sample, while bivariate analyses assess differences in screening types by month.

RESULTS

In the post COVID-19 era, from 2021 to 2023, colonoscopy testing remained stable with about one third of patients (38%) completing this test. Whereas FIT-DNA increased (16% to 26%) and FIT/FOBT decreased (46% to 35%). Completion of CRC screening yielded statistically significant differences for patients completing the different types of CRC screening by month. For patients who received a colonoscopy (n=7,850), October – January were the highest months for screening, while February-April was the lowest. For FIT/FOBT (n=6,818), March-August was higher whereas December-February were the lowest screening months. For FIT-DNA (n=2,663), March was the most popular month followed by April, May and November, with January the lowest month of testing.

CONCLUSIONS

Home-based tests are more popular than the gold standard, colonoscopy. However, variation of screening over the course of a year suggests under-utilized CRC screening efforts and therefore less than ideal patient care. Months with lower rates of screening for each type of CRC test represent opportunities for improving CRC screening.
Correction: Pooled Cohort Profile: ReCoDID Consortium’s Harmonized Acute Febrile Illness Arbovirus Meta-Cohort (Preprint)
Authors: Gómez Gustavo , Hufstedler Heather , Montenegro Morales Carlos , Roell Yannik , Lozano-Parra Anyela , Tami Adriana , Magalhaes Tereza , Marques Ernesto T A , Balmaseda Angel , Calvet Guilherme , Harris Eva , Brasil Patricia , Herrera Victor , Villar Luis , Maxwell Lauren , Jaenisch Thomas , ReCoDID Arbovirus harmonization study group ReCoDID Arbovirus harmonization study group
Published: July 2024

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Real-World Evidence from the TriNetX Network: Assessing Immunotherapy's Impact on Second Primary Cancer Risk in Metastatic Lung Cancer (Preprint)
Authors: Heudel Pierre , Hernandez Gema , Denquin Olivier , Crochet Hugo , Blay Jean-Yves
Published: July 2024

BACKGROUND

Lung cancer survivors are at high risk of developing a second primary cancer (SPC). This study investigated the impact of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) on the risk to develop a SPC in a large cohort of metastatic lung cancer patients.

OBJECTIVE

This study investigated the impact of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) on the risk to develop a SPC in a large cohort of metastatic lung cancer patients.

METHODS

Using a retrospective cohort from the TriNetX Global Collaborative research network, the study analyzed the incidence of SPC in metastatic lung cancer (MLC) patients treated with ICIs against those who were not. Propensity score matching and Kaplan-Meier to assess the effect of ICIs on the development of SPCs.

RESULTS

The study analyzed 2,844 MLC patients, with 685 receiving ICIs and 2,157 not receiving ICIs. Post-propensity score matching, each cohort included 685 patients. The 5-year analysis revealed a lower incidence of SPCs in the ICI group (1.5%) compared to the non-ICI group (4.2%), with a Hazard Ratio (HR) of 0.49 (95%CI [0.24-1.01]) indicating a reduced risk. Treatment with ICIs was associated with a significant risk reduction of SPC or death (HR=0.78; 95%CI [0.62-0.89]).

CONCLUSIONS

ICIs reduce the risk of SPCs in metastatic lung cancer patients. Despite limitations, the study confirms the preventive role of ICIs and the importance of real-world data to identify novel paradigm changing strategies.

CLINICALTRIAL

Not applicable
Relación de las redes de apoyo social con la funcionalidad física en perso nas en proceso de envejecimiento (≥ 45 años). Una revisión sistemática.
Authors: León-Escobedo Cynthia Estefanía , Ramírez-Arellano Otilia Aurora
Published: July 2024

Antecedentes. Las redes de apoyo social (RAS), son un elemento clave para el desarrollo humano durante el proceso de envejecimiento, ya que las interacciones sociales proveen recursos materiales y psicológicos que contribuyen a la funcionalidad física, psicológica y social. En este sentido, la socialización debe ser de tipo generativa, para potenciar la capacidad de la funcionalidad física. Objetivo. Presentar una síntesis del conocimiento sobre la relación de las RAS con la funcionalidad física en personas en proceso de envejecimiento (≥45 años), a través de una revisión sistemática. Método. Se llevó a cabo una búsqueda de documentos científicos en las plataformas PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, PubPsych y TesiUNAM hasta el 10 de enero de 2022, acorde a los lineamientos de PRISMA-2009. Las palabras clave y estrategia de búsqueda fueron las siguientes: ("older people" OR "older adults" OR elderly OR aged) AND (“Social support networks" OR "Social support") AND ("loneliness" OR “Social vulnerability”) AND ("physical functioning" OR “activities of daily living” OR “functional status”) NOT (“systematic Review”) NOT (Depression). Resultados. Se encontraron 433 estudios, de los cuales 10 cumplieron los criterios de elegibilidad, sumando una muestra total de N=14,916 participantes. El análisis integral de los estudios muestra una asociación positiva entre las RAS y la funcionalidad física, sin embargo, los instrumentos de medición y diseños de estudio son heterogéneos, para poder precisar el grado y tipo de asociación. Conclusión. Los hallazgos sugieren que las RAS tienen un efecto positivo sobre la funcionalidad física en personas en proceso de envejecimiento, aunque las características metodológicas de los estudios son muy heterogéneas, por lo que no es posible identificar las características inherentes de las RAS con los beneficios en la funcionalidad, tales como la prolongación y recuperación de la capacidad funcional. Por tal motivo, es necesario llevar a cabo más estudios con un metodología confiable y homogénea, para confirmar los resultados.
ANÁLISE DO DESENVOLVIMENTO CONCEITUAL DO TEMA DO AUTISMO NA PSICANÁLISE
Authors: Moreira Daniel Cavalcante , Lima Claudia Henschel de , Teixeira Ian Paschoal da Silva
Published: July 2024

This article aims to survey aspects of the formulation of the diagnosis of autism and identify its relationship with psychosis, from classical psychiatry to the current status of the topic. Therefore, it will be possible to locate the way in which the problem posed to the field of psychoanalysis was constituted: would autism be a specific structure or a condition associated with psychosis? Therefore, the methodology is based on a bibliographical review of classic and current references, limited to the field of psychiatry and psychoanalysis, towards the proposed objective. In autism research, the need for discussion around the presence of autism in contemporary clinical practice as a counter to psychopathology that tends to become rigid in terms of its guiding assumptions is identified. But they can pose limitations to clinical practice. The question that remains is how the stabilization mechanisms of autism and psychosis can be compared and the relevance of this comparison for updating the psychoanalytic clinic.
TEORIA DAS REPRESENTAÇÕES SOCIAIS E SEGURANÇA DO USUÁRIO NA ATENÇÃO PRIMÁRIA À SAÚDE: Construção de um caminho teórico-metodológico
Authors: Barreto Rejane Santos , Servo Maria Lúcia Silva , Vilela Alba Benemérita Alves , Silva Dejeane de Oliveira , Fontoura Elaine Guedes , Silva Rosana Maria de Oliveira
Published: July 2024

This research aimed to develop a theoretical-methodological path between the Theory of Social Representations and the safety of users of Primary Health Care. This is a theoretical essay, guided by productions in the fields of social sciences, politics, sociology, of philosophy and health, digital and in printed materials. Electronic databases: MEDLINE, LILACS, BDENF, VHL and Google Scholar were used. The content was deepened through consultations in books by classic authors that discuss the theory and its insertion in social reality. To support inferential analysis, Bradin's content analysis technique was used. For analytical and reflective scope, the discussion covered four topics, namely: The Theory of Social Representations: preliminary notes; Social Representations: intertwining and deepening based on Moscovici's postulates; The processes of elaboration of social representations: transforming the unfamiliar, or unfamiliarity itself, into the familiar; Arrival: outline of a theoretical path between the Theory of Social Representations and User Safety in Primary Health Care. The identification of how representations are created and how they are organized in everyday life, supporting the understanding of knowledge, feelings, values, symbols and culture that can influence and modify practices within primary care. Shared and socially constructed knowledge can influence new practices and behaviors regarding user safety in Primary Health Care.
Pengaruh Kualitas Pelayanan Terhadap Kepuasan Konsumen
Authors: Mulia I Made Prabudi , Semara I Made Trisna
Published: July 2024

Minum kopi bagi kaum muda dilihat sebagai gaya hidup dan sarana untuk mengekspresikan eksistensi mereka. Salah satu faktor yang menciptakan baik atau buruknya kepuasan pelanggan adalah kualitas pelayanan para bartender. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh kualitas pelayanan terhadap kepuasan pelanggan di Missibu Coffee Roaster & Showroom. Desain penelitian menggunakan desain kausal kuantitatif. Pengumpulan data penelitian dengan metode angket, wawancara dan observasi. Sumber data penelitian ini adalah data primer berupa hasil kuesioner. Populasi, seluruh pengunjung Missibu Coffee Roaster & Showroom, dengan teknik random sampling. Analisis data dalam penelitian ini menggunakan analisis regresi sederhana, uji t dan uji F. Kualitas pelayanan memiliki koefisien regresi 0,295 dan nilai sig 0,000<0,05. Pengaruh variabel kualitas pelayanan terhadap kepuasan pelanggan dari hasil pengujian koefisien determinasi menunjukkan koefisien korelasi (R) sebesar 0,576, variabel terikat memiliki nilai R mendekati 1, nilai Y. nilai R2 adalah 0,332 atau 33,2%, indikator ketidakpuasan pelanggan memiliki nilai mean minimum sebesar 3,22%. Berdasarkan hasil analisis data dan pembahasan di Missibu Coffee Roaster & Showroom dapat disimpulkan bahwa semakin tinggi kualitas pelayanan maka semakin tinggi pula kepuasan pelanggan. dan bisnis harus mampu mengisi kekosongan.
 
Drinking coffee is now not only identical to activities carried out by the elderly, young people also make coffee drinking activities a lifestyle and as a means of showing their existence. One of the factors that make good and bad customer satisfaction is the quality of barista service. The purpose of this study was to determine the quality of service affects customer satisfaction at Missibu Coffee Roaster & Showroom. The research design uses a causal quantitative design. Research data collection using questionnaire methods, interviews and observation methods. The data source in this study is primary data in the form of questionnaire results. Population, all visitors who visit Missibu Coffee Roaster & Showroom, with accidental sampling technique. Data analysis in this study used simple regression analysis tests, t-tests and F-tests. Service quality with a regression coefficient of 0.295 and a sig value of 0.000 <0.05. The magnitude of the influence of service quality variables on customer satisfaction from the results of the Coefficient of Determination test that the correlation coefficient (R) is 0.576, the dependent variable R value is close to 1, the Y value. R2 value of 0.332 which means 33.2%, the customer dissatisfaction indicator has the smallest average value of 3.22%. Based on the results of data analysis and discussion at Missibu Coffee Roaster & Showroom, it can be concluded that the higher the service quality, the higher the customer satisfaction, the perceived service quality has a strong influence on customer satisfaction at Missibu Coffee Showroom & Roaster, and the company must be able to improve its deficiencies.
Research trends in insurance risk from 2000–2022: A bibliometric analysis of the literature
Authors: Suwanmalai Wilaiporn , Zaby Simon
Published: July 2024

This paper aims to document and synthesize research trends in the domain of “insurance risk” over the past 20 years through bibliometric analysis (Hallinger, 2019) of 894 Scopus keyword-based reviews. Publications on insurance risk predominately originate from the United States (U.S.) and China. The most co-cited papers over the past 20 years were published in Insurance: Mathematics and Economics. The journal co-citation analysis (JCA) map identified three main journal fields: finance and risk management, mathematics and statistics, and actuarial science. The authors’ co citation map reveals the intellectual structure of the insurance risk knowledge base, resulting in three leading “schools of thought”: risk management, mathematical and model, and actuarial science. Gerber, H. U. and Tang, Q. are the top scholars in their schools of thought. Recent efforts have focused on processes and technology, as gathering and analyzing a large volume of data requires artificial intelligence-based (AI-based) technologies to support efficient data-driven decisions (Tournas & Bowman, 2021). This helps in developing a robust and faster process for revenue and profit strategies. Considering the structure of the intellectual themes could be beneficial as part of insurance risk businesses and their strategic decisions for future achievements and further improvements.
A Risky Proposition: Setting Objectives and Assessing Business Environment Risks Using the Enterprise Risk Management Framework
Authors: Tribou Kimberly J. , Roberson Melinda , Roberson Mandy
Published: July 2024

In the first part of this case, students are introduced to the five components of the 2017 COSO enterprise risk management (ERM) Framework and will use this framework to recommend objectives related to a small coffee shop’s strategic position and identify the associated risks. In the second part of the case, students will use Social, Technological, Economic, Environmental, Political, Legal, and Ethical (STEEPLE) Analysis to identify business environment risks and assess these risks regarding a new business opportunity. At the conclusion of the case, students should be able to recommend risk-conscious business objectives and performance targets that align with a business’s strategy as well as assess the risk associated with a new business opportunity. The topics addressed in this teaching case are appropriate for undergraduate and graduate-level managerial accounting, Accounting Information Systems (AIS), and Auditing courses where business environment risks are discussed and evaluated.

Data Availability: Data are available upon request.

JEL Classifications: M140; M410.
Associations Between Glucose Metabolism Measures and Amyloid-β and Tau Load on PET 14 Years Later: Findings From the Framingham Heart Study
Authors: van Gils Veerle , Tao Qiushan , Ang Ting F.A. , Young Christina B. , Mormino Elizabeth C. , Qiu Wei Qiao , Visser Pieter Jelle , Au Rhoda , Jansen Willemijn J. , Vos Stephanie J.B.
Published: July 2024

OBJECTIVE

Type 2 diabetes and glucose metabolism have previously been linked to Alzheimer disease (AD). Yet, findings on the relation of glucose metabolism with amyloid-β and tau pathology later in life remain unclear.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

We included 288 participants (mean age 43.1 years, SD 10.7, range 20–70 years) without dementia, from the Framingham Heart Study, who had available measures of glucose metabolism (i.e., one-time fasting plasma glucose and insulin) and positron emission tomography (PET) measures of amyloid-β and/or tau 14 years later. We performed linear regression analyses to test associations of plasma glucose (continuously and categorically; elevated defined as >100 mg/dL), plasma insulin, homeostatic model assessment for insulin resistance (HOMA-IR) with amyloid-β or tau load on PET. When significant, we explored whether age, sex, and APOE ε4 allele carriership (AD genetic risk) modified these associations.

RESULTS

Our findings indicated that elevated plasma glucose was associated with greater tau load 14 years later (B [95% CI] = 0.03 [0.01–0.05], P = 0.024 after false discovery rate [FDR] correction) but not amyloid-β. APOE ε4 carriership modified this association (B [95% CI] = −0.08 [−0.12 to −0.03], P = 0.001), indicating that the association was only present in APOE ε4 noncarriers (n = 225). Plasma insulin and HOMA-IR were not associated with amyloid-β or tau load 14 years later after FDR correction.

CONCLUSIONS

Our findings suggest that glucose metabolism is associated with increased future tau but not amyloid-β load. This provides relevant knowledge for prevention strategies and prognostics to improve health care.
Early dysglycemia is detectable using continuous glucose monitoring in very young children at risk of type 1 diabetes
Authors: Haynes Aveni , Tully Alexandra , J. Smith Grant , A.S. Penno Megan , E. Craig Maria , M. Wentworth John , Huynh Tony , G. Colman Peter , Soldatos Georgia , J. Anderson Amanda , J. McGorm Kelly , Oakey Helena , J Couper Jennifer , A. Davis Elizabeth
Published: July 2024

Objective Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) can detect early dysglycemia in older children and adults with pre-symptomatic type 1 diabetes and predict risk of progression to clinical onset. However, CGM data for very young children at greatest risk of disease progression are lacking. This study aimed to investigate the use of CGM data measured in children being longitudinally followed in the Australian Environmental Determinants of Islet Autoimmunity (ENDIA) study from birth to 10 years. Research Design and Methods Between January 2021 and June 2023, 31 ENDIA children with persistent multiple islet autoimmunity (PM Ab+) and 24 age-matched controls underwent CGM assessment alongside standard clinical monitoring. The CGM metrics of glucose standard deviation (SDSGL), coefficient of variation (CEV), mean sensor glucose (SGL) and percent time above 7.8 mmol/L (140mg/dL) were determined and examined for between group differences. Results The mean(SD) age of PM Ab+ and Ab- children was 4.4(1.8) and 4.7(1.9) years, respectively. Eighty-six percent of eligible PM Ab+ children consented to CGM wear, achieving a median[Q1,Q3] sensor wear period of 12.5[9.0, 15.0] days. PM Ab+ children had higher median[Q1,Q3] SDSGL (1.1[0.9,1.3] vs 0.9[0.8,1.0] (mmol/L); p<0.001) and CEV (17.3[16.0,20.9] vs 14.7[12.9,16.6](%); p<0.001). Percent time >7.8 mmol/L was greater in PM Ab+ children (median[Q1,Q3] 8.0 [4.4, 13.0] vs 3.3[1.4, 5.3] (%); p=0.005). Mean SGL did not differ significantly between groups (p=0.10). Conclusions CGM is feasible and well tolerated in very young type 1 diabetes at-risk children. Very young PM Ab+ children have increased SDSGL, CEV and percent time >7.8 mmol/L, consistent with prior studies involving older participants.
GESTÃO DE PROCESSOS ADMINISTRATIVOS EM UMA EMPRESA DE CONSULTORIA AGROPECUÁRIA
Authors: Machado Priscila Terezinha Aparecida , Martinhão Caroline Prado Ormond de Barros , Tabisz Thaline , Soares Ana Cristina Beck Serra
Published: July 2024

A gestão de processos é entendida como a forma que a empresa se orienta para executar suas atividades, tendo o fim de melhorar continuamente os procedimentos das atividades realizadas pela organização. O objetivo deste trabalho foi analisar como ocorre a gestão de processos internos no setor administrativo de uma empresa que atua no ramo de consultorias agropecuárias. Para isso, buscou-se responder ao questionamento: Como é feita a gestão de processos no setor administrativo de uma empresa prestadora de serviços? Assim, fez-se uma pesquisa de natureza aplicada com abordagem qualitativa e descritiva, utilizando-se para a coleta de dados observações participativas e entrevistas semiestruturadas, via Google Meet, com quatro colaboradores ligados diretamente aos processos da organização. Os principais resultados mostram que é realizada a gestão no setor administrativo, porém, de forma muito manual, estando em fase de implantação, utilizando principalmente da metodologia Lean, da gestão semanal e dos quadros de gestão para administrar os processos existentes, utilizando o fluxograma como ferramenta para mapear processos. Portanto, as principais contribuições foram o estudo mais profundo do tema que permitirá publicações posteriores e participações em eventos, além de ter realizado a confecção de alguns dos processos do setor administrativo para a empresa.
Pelatihan Aplikasi Augmented Reality Pengenalan Buah-Buahan bagi Guru Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini (PAUD) Pandehen
Authors: Kristianti Novera , Ressa Priskila  , Widiatry  , Viktor Handrianus Pranatawijaya  , Putu Bagus Adidyana Anugrah Putra  , Nova Noor Kamala Sari  , Efrans Christian  , Septian Geges
Published: July 2024

Pelatihan aplikasi Augmented Reality (AR) pengenalan buah-buahan ini diselenggarakan untuk guru Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini (PAUD) di Pandehen dengan tujuan meningkatkan kualitas pembelajaran dan keterampilan guru dalam memanfaatkan teknologi modern. Dalam pelatihan ini, guru-guru PAUD diperkenalkan dengan aplikasi AR yang dirancang khusus untuk membantu anak-anak mengenal berbagai jenis buah-buahan secara interaktif dan menyenangkan. Metode pelatihan meliputi sesi teori dan praktik, di mana para peserta diajarkan cara mengoperasikan aplikasi AR, memahami fitur-fiturnya, serta bagaimana mengintegrasikannya ke dalam kegiatan belajar mengajar di kelas. Hasil dari pelatihan ini diharapkan dapat meningkatkan kemampuan guru dalam menggunakan teknologi sebagai alat bantu edukatif, memperkaya pengalaman belajar anak-anak, serta menciptakan lingkungan pembelajaran yang lebih dinamis dan interaktif. Evaluasi terhadap efektivitas pelatihan dilakukan melalui observasi langsung, kuesioner, dan wawancara dengan para peserta. Ditemukan bahwa pelatihan ini secara signifikan meningkatkan pengetahuan dan keterampilan guru dalam menggunakan aplikasi AR, serta memberikan dampak positif terhadap minat dan partisipasi anak-anak dalam kegiatan belajar. Kesimpulannya, pelatihan ini berhasil mencapai tujuan yang diharapkan dan direkomendasikan untuk diterapkan secara lebih luas di berbagai lembaga pendidikan PAUD.
Media Pembelajaran Kendaraan Bermotor Berbasis Permainan Virtual Reality di SD Negeri Barusari 02 Semarang Selatan
Authors: Naryanto Rizqi Fitri , Delimayanti Mera Kartika , Abdurrahman Abdurrahman , Arifin Muhammad Faizal Ardhiansyah , Sukoco Imam , Fahmi Fiqri Fadillah , Naryapramono Afrilza Daffa , Kristiana Indah Maya , Suratmi Sifera
Published: July 2024

Penggunaan teknologi Virtual Reality (VR) dalam pendidikan Sekolah Dasar (SD) menjadi solusi inovatif untuk mengatasi keterbatasan metode pembelajaran konvensional yang kurang interaktif. Pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan pemahaman siswa SD Negeri Barusari 02 di Semarang tentang kendaraan bermotor melalui penguatan media pembelajaran dengan teknologi VR. Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini dilakukan dalam 5 tahap, yaitu Design Thinking, Komunikasi Tim Pengabdi dengan Mitra, Finalisasi Media Pembelajaran, Penerapan IPTEKS untuk Mitra, dan Evaluasi Hasil. Pengembangan media pembelajaran menggunakan metode SDLC Waterfall. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan peningkatan rata-rata sebesar 72.5% dalam pemahaman mengenai Virtual Reality dan kendaraan bermotor. Sebesar 90% peserta merasa sangat senang belajar menggunakan permainan Virtual Reality, dan 95% menyatakan keinginan untuk menggunakannya kembali. Pengabdian ini menyimpulkan bahwa penerapan teknologi VR dalam pembelajaran dapat meningkatkan minat dan pemahaman siswa terhadap bidang permesinan kendaraan bermotor.
Pendampingan Pengembangan SPMI Perguruan Tinggi untuk Meningkatkan Akreditasi Program Studi
Authors: Suharyanti Yosephine , Rudwiarti Lucia Asdra , Vitasurya Vincentia Reni , Bharata Bonaventura Satya
Published: July 2024

Banyaknya perguruan tinggi (PT) dan program studi (prodi) di Indonesia yang belum mengembangkan dan menerapkan sistem penjaminan mutu internal (SPMI) mendorong Direktorat Belmawa Dirjen Diktiristek untuk mengembangkan kemitraan dengan PT yang telah menerapkan SPMI dengan baik, untuk mengabdikan dirinya mendampingi PT lain yang masih dalam tahap merintis atau mengembangkan SPMI-nya. Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta menjadi salah satu mitra Direktorat Belmawa untuk mendampingi tujuh PT dengan 37 prodi pada tahun 2022. Pendampingan ini bertujuan untuk mengakselerasi peningkatan implementasi SPMI pada PT dan prodi peserta, dan dijalankan melalui tiga kegiatan yaitu pendampingan pengembangan SPMI secara menyeluruh, sharing implementasi SPMI, serta pendampingan pengembangan monitoring dan evaluasi dan audit mutu internal. Kegiatan yang dilaksanakan pada rentang waktu Agustus-Desember 2022 ini berjalan dengan lancar dan partisipasi peserta cukup baik, walaupun interaksi terbatas karena hanya diijinkan diselenggarakan secara daring. Setelah satu setengah tahun sejak berakhirnya kegiatan pendampingan, dampaknya terlihat nyata yakni peningkatan peringkat akreditasi satu PT dan 32,4% prodi yang mengikuti pendampingan, yang mengindikasikan bahwa keberlanjutan hasil kegiatan berlangsung.
COVID-19 Quarantine and Quality of Life
Authors:   School of Nursing, University of Jordan, Amman Jordan, El-hneiti Mamdouh , Alessa Madallah ,   Master Student, Zarqa University, Zarqa, Jordan
Published: July 2024

The study aims to investigate the impact of quality of life and related sociodemographic characteristics for Jordanian people during the quarantine period of COVID-19. A cross-sectional design was applied with a convenience sampling method using a self-report online-based questionnaire was applied to recruit 850 participants. The World Health Organization Quality of Life – BREF Survey was used for this study. Among the different quality-of-life domains, the highest mean score was for the physical domain. At the same time, the lowest mean score was for the social relationship domain. Women reported more dissatisfaction with their quality of life `than men did. However, married people were more dissatisfied with their quality of life than singles, divorced, and widowed, and people who were high school graduates were more dissatisfied with their quality of life than other group. The impacts of the COVID-19 quarantine period suggest healthcare employers and policymakers consider intervention programs provided by trained multidisciplinary staff (including psychiatrists and social and legal services) in a network to offer social support following the quarantine period. Policymakers and Healthcare employers need to take into consideration that some population groups including women, those who are married, and those with poor health status reported poorer quality of life compared to other groups. These groups need to classify psychological treatments and provide, for instance, remote services or telepsychiatry by nurses and other healthcare professionals. Further quantitative and qualitative research is needed to confirm the current study findings.
The Effect of Exam Stress on Students’ Eating Habits and Lifestyle of University Students in Erbil
Authors:   Food Technology Department, College of Agricultural Engineering Sciences, Salahaddin University-Erbil, Erbil, Iraq, Galali Yaseen ,   epartment of Nutrition and Dietetics, Cihan University-Erbil, Erbil, Iraq, Sadee Bashdar ,   Food Technology Department, College of Agricultural Engineering Sciences, Salahaddin University-Erbil, Erbil, Iraq,   epartment of Nutrition and Dietetics, Cihan University-Erbil, Erbil, Iraq, Zebari Salih ,   epartment of Nutrition and Dietetics, Cihan University-Erbil, Erbil, Iraq,   Department of Animal Resources, College of Agricultural Engineering Sciences, Salahaddin University-Erbil, Erbil, Iraq, Ali Awin ,   epartment of Nutrition and Dietetics, Cihan University-Erbil, Erbil, Iraq, Abdul Kareem Hasanat ,   epartment of Nutrition and Dietetics, Cihan University-Erbil, Erbil, Iraq, Hasan Sazan ,   epartment of Nutrition and Dietetics, Cihan University-Erbil, Erbil, Iraq
Published: July 2024

In the context of heightened emphasis on academic performance at universities, this study investigates into the crucial exploration of how lifestyle factors, particularly eating behavior, can impact students' academic success. The primary objective was to assess the influence of examination stress on the eating behaviors, habits, and lifestyle of university students in Erbil city, Kurdistan - Iraq. A cross-sectional study in the form of questionnaire was conducted at post-examinations period, utilizing the Eating Behavior and Lifestyle Changes, with 327 participants providing responses. The study was divided into two sections. Section one focusing on socio-demographic information and the second section focused on questions related to the impact of examination stress on the eating behavior and life style. The findings revealed that a substantial 87% of participants experienced stress during the examination period, affecting crucial aspects such as fatigue levels, sleeping behaviors, and notably, eating habits. The statistical analysis highlighted a significant correlation between decreased appetite during exams and gender (p = 0.00) and BMI (p = 0.00), while no association was observed with other participant variables (Age, Job, University, Income, or Residency). Notably, 34% (110) reported increased appetite, 39% (126) experienced decreased appetite, and 10% (34) did not notice any changes. Furthermore, the study revealed that 22% (72) of respondents skipped meals daily, 39% (128) occasionally skipped meals, and only 39% (127) did not skip any meals. To conclude, these findings shed light on the intricate relationship between examination stress and students' eating patterns, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach to support students' well-being during challenging academic periods.
Computed Tomography Diagnostic Reference Levels in Middle Eastern Healthcare: A Systematic Review
Authors:   Department of Radiological Imaging Technologies, Cihan University-Erbil, Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq, Alim Abdul ,   Center for the Study of Medical Imaging, Faculty of Health Science, Universiti Teknologi Mara, Malaysia, Sam Leong ,   Center for the Study of Medical Imaging, Faculty of Health Science, Universiti Teknologi Mara, Malaysia, Ali Omar ,   Department of Radiological Imaging Technologies, Cihan University-Erbil, Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq
Published: July 2024

Continuous advancements in computed tomography technology have improved image quality, reduced scanning times, and expanded the range of applications of Computed tomography (CT). As a consequence, the quantity of CT examinations performed has increased steadily over the last several decades. Therefore, the increase in the population’s exposure to ionizing radiation results in an increased risk of cancer. The diagnostic reference level (DRL) is one method for optimising radiation protection, as recommended by the ICRP. The diagnostic reference level (DRL) is one of the tools for the optimization of radiation in CT. The goal was to identify the reasons and extent of differences in radiation doses reported in studies for the same type of CT scan across different countries in the Middle East. This review was conducted according to the guidelines of the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA). The literature search was conducted in PubMed, and Google Scholar up to 16 Feb 2024. The study revealed that the significant variation in dose across different countries in the Middle East could be attributed to differences in patient body sizes, technical parameters, and the various CT facilities. Regulatory bodies need to embrace and enforce DRL concepts within their facilities to reduce the significant variation in doses and a globally accepted standard of DRLs should be developed to make a meaningful comparison with international bodies.
Influence of Interleukin-6 174G>C gene Polymorphism on Patients with Stable Coronary Artery Disease
Authors:   Department of Biology, College of Education, Salahaddin University-Erbil, Erbil City, Kurdistan Region, Iraq, Shekha Gawhar , Maulood Kalthum ,   Department of Biology, College of Education, Salahaddin University-Erbil, Erbil City, Kurdistan Region, Iraq, Shekha Mudhir ,   Department of Biology, College of Education, Salahaddin University-Erbil, Erbil City, Kurdistan Region, Iraq
Published: July 2024

Background: Coronary artery disease is caused by plaque buildup in the arteries' walls that deliver blood to the heart. The study examined the correlation between the IL-6 gene promoter 174G>C polymorphism, blood IL-6 levels, and specific physiological parameters in Kurdish people from Iraq with stable coronary artery disease (CAD). Methods: The investigation took place on a sample of 62 persons diagnosed with stable coronary artery disease (SCAD) and a control group of 31 individuals without CAD. The Sanger sequencing method was employed to detect IL-6 SNP genes, and the enzyme-linked immunoassay (ELISA) was used to measure serum IL-6 and A Cobas to evaluate serum biochemical variables. Results: The prevalence of the wild homogeneous GG genotype was lower in stable CAD patients compared to non-CAD individuals with a major alteration, indicating its preventive role against the development of the disease. The presence of GC+CC genotypes has a more favorable effect on illness progression than the dominant GG genotype. Additionally, the C allele was found to be a risk factor for the disease. In the study, IL-6 showed strong positive associations with RBC count, HCT, Granulocyte count, WBC, PDW, ICAM1 levels, and OX-LDL. The stepwise multivariate regression analysis revealed that Ox-LDL was crucial in determining the serum IL-6 levels in individuals with stable CAD. Additionally, MDA had a minor impact on the relationship between total Ox-LDL and IL-6 levels, suggesting that there might be a partial mediation effect. Conclusions: the results for IL-6 indicate that the CC genotype increases CAD risk, GG decreases this risk, and GC+CC genotypes decrease the risk of CAD progression.
ANALISIS PENERAPAN PENILAIAN AUTENTIK PADA KURIKULUM MERDEKA BELAJAR DALAM PEMBELAJRAN IPAS DI SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Oditya Sigit , Sukardi Sukardi , Murjainah Murjainah
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana penerapan dari penilaian autentik ini pada kurikulum merdeka belajar dalam pembelajaran IPAS Di Sekolah Dasar. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode deskriptif kualitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa guru sudah mulai menerapkan penilaian autentik walaupun masih mengalami beberapa kesulitan pada penerapannya seperti adaptasi guru terhadap kurikulum merdeka belajar dan pembelajaran IPAS yang baru muncul pada kurikulum ini namun hal tersebut bisa diatasi oleh guru, hal ini dibuktikan pada saat observasi guru menggunakan salah satu jenis penilaian autentik dan pada saat wawancara guru menyebutkan bahwa penilaian autentik pada kurikulum merdeka bisa diterapkan secara optimal pada pembelajaran IPAS walaupun awalnya masih kesusahan namun hal tersebut juga memudahkan guru untuk menilai aspek sikap, pengetahuan, dan keterampilan peserta didik. Berdasarkan hasil dari analisis dapat disimpulkan bahwa penerapan penilaian autentik pada kurikulum merdeka belajar dalam pembelajaran IPAS di sekolah dasar dapat dikatakan berjalan dengan baik. Penelitian ini perlu dikembangkan oleh peneliti selanjutnya pada mata pelajaran yang lain selain IPAS seperti Bahasa Indonesia, PPKN supaya bisa ditemukan inovasi dan keterbaruan yang berkaitan dengan penilaian autentik pada kurikulum merdeka belajar.
Contribution of Lateral Bound and Triceps Dips Exercises to the Repulsion Results of Men in North Padang Lawas Regency
Authors: Siregar Yan Indra , Nasution Indah Lestari
Published: July 2024

The proficiency in the sport of shot put is contingent upon the harmonious integration of strength, power, and technique. Notwithstanding its significance, athletes at Pembina Prestasi club in North Padang Lawas have demonstrated suboptimal outcomes, necessitating a targeted intervention to enhance their performance. The objective of study was to investigate the impact of lateral bound and tricep dip exercises on the performance of male athletes at Pembina Prestasi Club in the discipline of shot put. A pre-test and post-test experimental study was conducted on six male shot put athletes. The intervention comprised lateral bound and triceps dip exercises, conducted thrice weekly for 18 sessions over a six-week period. The efficacy of intervention was evaluated by measuring the participants' shot put performance before and after the intervention. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, normality tests, and paired sample t-tests. The results demonstrated a statistically significant enhancement in shot put performance subsequent to the intervention. The mean throwing distance increased from 6.40 meters to 7.74 meters, accompanied by a reduction in performance variability. The frequency distribution of performance categories exhibited a positive shift, with 66.33% of participants transitioning to the "Good" category following the intervention. A statistically significant difference was observed between the pre-test and post-test scores (p = 0.025). The implementation of lateral bound and tricep dip exercises effectively enhanced shot put performance among the studied athletes. The intervention not only improved throwing distances but also led to more consistent performances. Further research should explore these exercises with larger sample sizes and over extended periods. The integration of advanced technologies for more precise measurements and investigation of personalized training approaches based on individual athlete characteristics are recommended. Additionally, studies examining the long-term effects of these interventions and their applicability across different athlete demographics could further contribute to optimizing shot put.
THE EFFECT OF THE SPLIT NACA 0015 AIRFOIL ON VARIATIONS IN REYNOLDS NUMBER
Authors: Satria Muhammad Fari , Julian James , Wahyuni Fitri , Iskandar Waridho
Published: July 2024

This research will discuss the advantages of a NACA 0015 airfoil with a split configuration under varying Reynolds numbers. Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations with a K-epsilon turbulence model were conducted on a two-dimensional split airfoil to achieve this goal. Initially, simulations were carried out for the unsplit airfoil geometry at different Reynolds numbers within an angle of attack (AoA) range of 00 to 250. Subsequently, simulations were performed for the split airfoil geometry at various Reynolds numbers within the same AoA range. The unsplit airfoil experiences stall at AoA greater than 110 degrees, while the split airfoil experiences stall at AoA greater than 130 degrees. Additionally, using a split airfoil enhances Cl, with an average increase of approximately 7-8% across different Reynolds numbers. In addition to the Cl improvement, the split airfoil exhibits lower Cd values than the unsplit airfoil, with an average reduction of about 26-28% across all Reynolds number variations. Overall, using separate airfoils improves the aerodynamic performance of the airfoil, with an average increase in Cl/Cd of approximately 33-37% across all Reynolds number variations. In conclusion, the split airfoil performs better than the unsplit airfoil.
Formulation and Evaluation of Nicotinamide Microsponges – The First Step Towards the Development of a Novel Topical Dosage Form
Authors: Chauhan Sohil , Patel Vipul , Dudhat Kiran
Published: July 2024

The objective of this work was to formulate and analyze microsponges of nicotinamide. The said formulation was created using the emulsion solvent diffusion technique, and a 3 level two factor-based factorial design was applied to optimize the effect of the stabilizer (X1), as well as drug (X2), amounts on the entrapment efficiency (Y1) and average particle size (Y2). Various parameters, such as flow characteristics, percentage yield, drug concentration, in-vitro drug release tests, entrapment efficiency, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM), were evaluated. All parameters were found to be within the acceptable range. Design Expert 13 was employed to optimize the microsponges, and the optimal batch was determined by examining the desirability data. From this analysis, the optimal amounts of drug and stabilizer were found to be 302.87 and 59.71 mg, respectively. The reliability of the preparation and evaluation of the optimized batch was confirmed by a less than 5% discrepancy between the observed and predicted values of parameters. SEM images revealed that the microsponges were prepared with uniform and spherical morphology. The study concluded that nicotinamide microsponges were successfully prepared and evaluated. Further steps will involve incorporating this formulation into a novel topical dosage form.