bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pengaruh Pemberian Pupuk Kandang Ayam Dan Pupuk KCl Terhadap Pertumbuhan Dan Hasil Tanaman Bawang Merah (Allium ascalonicum,L)
Authors: Kristina Frisna Jahung  , I Gusti Bagus Udayana  , Anak Agung Ngurah Mayun Wirajaya
Published: March 2024

Skripsi ini berjudul “Pengaruh Pemberian Pupuk Kandang Ayam dan Pupuk KCl Terhadap Pertumbuhan dan Hasil Tanaman Bawang Merah (Allium ascalonicum, L.)” Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh dosis pupuk kandang ayam dan pupuk KCl serta interaksinya terhadap pertumbuhan dan hasil tanaman bawang merah. Penelitian ini dilakukan di rumah kaca Fakultas Pertanian Universitas Warmadewa, Jl Terompong Tanjung Bungkak, Denpasar dengan ketinggian tempat 25 m di atas permukaan laut. Penelitian dimulai darai bulan Maret sampai dengan bulan Juni 2022. Rancangan yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah rancangan acak kelompok (RAK) faktorial yang terdiri 2 faktor, yaitu: faktor pertama adalah dosis pupuk kandang ayam (A) yang terdiri dari 4 taraf perlakuan yaitu A0 = 0 ton ha-1, A1 = 15 ton ha-1, A2 = 30 ton ha-1, A3 = 45 ton ha-1. Sedangkan faktor kedua adalah dosis pupuk KCl (K) yang terdiri dari 4 taraf perlakuan yaitu K0 = 0 kg ha-1, K1 = 200 kg ha-1, K2 = 400 kg ha-1, K3 = 600 kg ha-1. Variabel yang diamati tinggi tanaman maksimum, jumlah daun, jumlah umbi per rumpun, berat segar umbi per rumpun, berat segar berangkasan per rumpun, berat kering oven umbi per rumpun, berat kering oven berangkasan per rumpun, dan indeks panen. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa Perlakuan dosis pupuk kandang ayam (A) dan dosis pupuk KCl (K) serta interaksi (AxK) berbeda tidak nyata (P≥0,05) terhadap semua variabel yang diamati tinggi tanaman (cm), jumlah daun (helai), jumlah umbi per rumpun (umbi), berat segar umbi per rumpun (g), berat segar brangkasan per rumpun (g), berat kering oven umbi per rumpun (g), berat kering oven brangkasan per rumpun (g), dan indeks panen (%). Pada perlakuan dosis pupuk kandang ayam (A1) mempunyai nilai tertinggi pada berat kering oven umbi yaitu 5,03 gram.

Kata Kunci : Bawang Merah, Pupuk Kandang Ayam, KCl
Pengaruh Dukungan Emosional terhadap Kepuasan Pernikahan Dewasa Awal di Provinsi Banten
Authors: Budiman Putri Rahayu , Yudhistira Santi , Maulana Herdiyan
Published: March 2024

This study aims to determine the influence of emotional support on early adult’s marital satisfaction in Banten Province. This study used quantitative method with the number of respondents as many as 170 early adults in Banten Province who are married. Data collection was carried out using an online questionnaire. The instruments used were the ENRICH Marital Satisfaction (EMS) Scale developed by Fowers and Olson (1993) to measure marital satisfaction and the Support in Intimate Relationships Rating Scale-Revised (SIRRS-Rating) developed by Barry et al. (2009) to measure emotional support. The analytical technique used is simple linear regression analysis with a parametric statistical approach. The results of this study indicate that there is an influence of emotional support on early adult’s marital satisfaction in Banten Province with a significance value of 0,000.
Pengaruh Burnout Terhadap Prokrastinasi Akademik Pada Mahasiswa Yang Bekerja
Authors: Sari Ayu Kholifah , Aprianti Melani
Published: March 2024

The aim of the study was to examine the effect of burnout on academic procrastination in working students.  Using a descriptive quantitative design method with linear regression approach. Data collection using questionnaire google form.  The sampling technique was non-probability sampling using the accidental sampling method.  The research subjects obtained 203 respondents who works while studying at X University, Jakarta. The result, there is a significant effect between burnout and academic procrastination.  Burnout can predict academic procrastination of 15%.  Then, the burnout and academic procrastination categories are the moderate level.
Self Regulated Learning Sebagai Prediktor Kematangan Emosi Siswa Kelas VII di Masa Pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Putri Samantha Daliilah , Erlina Merly
Published: March 2024

Siswa SMP termasuk dalam tahap remaja awal (13/14 tahun – 17 tahun) dimana pada fase ini individu mengalami perubahan sangat pesat , seperti emosi yang tidak seimbang, pencarian identitas diri, pemikiran semakin logis, abstrak dan idealistis. Dan hasil wawancara oleh guru BK siswa mengalami perubahan drastis seperti saat tatap muka anak- anak wajib hadir di kelas dengan menggunakan seragam sekolah yang telah ditentukan. Namun ketika melakukan pembelajaran daring masih ada anak yang di kasur, belum mandi, bahkan ada yang lagi di jalan. Maka hipotesis penelitian ini adanya pengaruh kematangan emosi terhadap self regulated learning di masa pandemi pada siswa kelas VII di SMP Permata Insani Islamic School. Metode penelitian menggunakan kuantitatif dengan pendekatan asosiatif kausal. Hasil nya ditemukan (1) ada pengaruh positif kematangan emosi terhadap self regulation learning dengan persamaan nilai regresi Y= 17,248 + 0,504. (2) Koefisien regresi X sebesar 0,504 artinya bahwa setiap peningkatan 1% kematangan emosi maka Self Regulation Learning pada siswa SMP Permata Insani akan meningkat sebesar 0,504. (3) nilai koefisien regresi sebesar 0,504 dan kematangan emosi menyumbang 33,3% terhadap self regulated learning, sisanya 66,7% dipengaruhi faktor lain.Kata kunci: Kematangan Emosi, Self Regulated Learning
Peran Kesepian pada Kecemasan Sosial Remaja Akhir
Authors: Yustika Vira Amalia , Istiqomah Istiqomah
Published: March 2024

Dalam tugas perkembangan sosialnya,  remaja kerap mengalami kecemasan pada saat berkomunikasi dan bergaul dengan temannya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui apakah ada peran kesepian pada kecemasan sosial remaja. Melalui survey non eksperimental terhadap 233 remaja akhir di Kabupaten Tangerang dengan menggunakan alat ukur social anxiety scale for adolescents (La Greca, 1998) untuk mengukur kecemasan sosial dan UCLA Loneliness Scale version 3 (1996) untuk mengukur kesepian. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan kesepian berpengaruh positif secara signifikan terhadap kecemasan social. Artinya semakin tinggi kecemasan seseorang semakin tinggi kecemasan sosialnya.
Problem Focused Coping pada Mahasiswa yang Sedang Mengerjakan Skripsi: Apakah Terkait dengan Self Efficacy ?
Authors: Aulia Izzati Bismi Laily , Pohan Hema Dayita
Published: March 2024

Para mahasiswa yang sedang menyusun skripsi tentu akan mengalami hambatan dan masalah selama proses penyusunan skripsi tersebut. Mereka akan terus mencari bantuan dan solusi untuk setiap masalah atau tantangan yang terus muncul dari berbagai arah. Tidak sedikit dari mereka yang gagal dalam mengatasi masalah tersebut karena ketidakyakinan akan kemampuan dirinya. Hal itu menjadi alasan mengapa mahasiswa perlu memiliki self efficacy yang cukup untuk mampu menyelesaikan masalahnya terutama langsung pada pusat permasalahannya atau biasa dikenal dengan problem focused coping. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui apakah terdapat hubungan antara self efficacy dengan problem focused coping pada mahasiswa yang sedang menyusun skripsi di Fakultas Psikologi Universitas Bhayangkara Jakarta Raya. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif dengan teknik korelasi yaitu product moment Pearson dengan melibatkan sebanyak 156 mahasiswa/i Fakultas Psikologi di Universitas Bhayangkara Jakarta Raya. Hasil yang didapatkan yaitu menunjukkan bahwa terdapat hubungan yang positif dan signifikan antara self efficacy dengan problem focused coping. Yang berarti semakin tinggi tingkat self efficacy maka semakin tinggi tingkat problem focused coping. Begitu pula sebaliknya, semakin rendah tingkat self efficacy maka semakin rendah tingkat problem focused coping.
Stres Kerja dan Dukungan Sosial terhadap Turnover Intention pada Pekerja Barista
Authors: Sofia Sofia , Wisudawati Winy Nila
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui apakah terdapat pengaruh stres kerja dan dukungan sosial terhadap turnover intention pada pekerja barista di Kota Tangerang. Penelitian ini menggunakan analisis regresi linier berganda dengan subjek pekerja barista yang ada di Kota Tangerang. Jumlah sampel dalam penelitian ini sebanyak100 responden. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ada pengaruh stres kerja dan dukungan sosial terhadap turnover intention pada pekerja barista di Kota Tangerang. Variabel stres kerja berpangaruh positif terhadap turnover intention dengan artian jika stres kerja naik maka turnover intention juga akan naik, sedangkan variabel dukungan sosial berpengaruh negatif terhadap turnover intention dengan artian jika dukungan sosial naik maka turnover intention turun dan sebaliknya jika dukungan sosial turun maka turnover intention naik. Turnover intention dipengaruhi oleh stres kerja dan dukungan sosial sebesar 16,8%.
Kelekatan terhadap Orang Tua dengan Penyesuaian Diri pada Mahasiswa Perantau Semester Pertama dari Luar Provinsi Banten
Authors: Triyono Wahyu , Khasanah Nurul , M Safitri
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara kelekatan terhadap orang tua dengan penyesuaian diri pada mahasiwa perantau semester pertama dari luar Provinsi Banten. Penelitian ini bersifat kuantitatif korelasional dengan teknik non probability sampling dengan jumlah populasi yang tidak diketahui secara pasti. Pengambilan sampel menggunakan purposive sampling dengan jumlah sampel 97 orang dengan kriteria mahasiswa rantau semester pertama dari luar Provinsi Banten dengan rentang usia 18 sampai 21 tahun. Alat ukur kelekatan mengacu pada aspek kelekatan yang dikemukakan oleh Armsden & Greenberg (1987) yang disusun dalam Inventory of Parent and Peer Attachment (IPPA) dengan 31 aitem valid dan reliabilitas 0,940. Penyesuaian diri menggunakan instrumen yang diadaptasi dari Adjustment to College Scale (ATCS) yang disusun oleh Baker & Siryk (dalam Al-Khatib, 2012) dengan 27 aitem valid dan reliabilitas 0,894. Penelitian ini diuji dengan teknik korelasi non-parametrik Spearman Correlation. Hasil uji korelasi menunjukkan ada hubungan positif antara kelekatan terhadap orang tua dengan penyesuaian diri mahasiswa perantau (sig. 0,000 dan r = 0,501). Mahasiswa rantau lebih banyak memiliki kelekatan yang kuat (59,8%), begitu juga penyesuaian diri lebih banyak yang kuat (59,8%). Sedangkan pada data-data pendukung seperti usia, jenis kelamin, daerah asal, suku/etnis, dan jurusan kuliah tidak memiliki hubungan yang signifikan terhadap penyesuaian diri mahasiswa.
Tingginya Efikasi Diri Keuangan Berhubungan dengan Rendahnya Sikap Keuangan Mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis
Authors: Firmansyah Ade , Savitri Setiawati Intan
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara efikasi diri keuangan dengan sikap keuangan pada Mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis . Subjek pada penelitian ini adalah Mahasiswa S1 Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis sebuah Kampus di Jakarta Barat dengan jumlah responden sebanyak 340 responden. Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan desain korelasi menggunakan teknik sampling yaitu accidental sampling. Hipotesis yang diajukan pada penelitian ini adalah terdapat korelasi antara efikasi diri keuangan dengan sikap keuangan pada Mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis . Instrumen yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah Financial Self-Efficacy Scale (FSES) dan A New Money Attitudes Questionnaire (MAQ). Uji asumsi menggunakan uji normalitas dan homogenitas serta uji hipotesis menggunakan korelasi rank spearman dengan bantuan program SPSS 25. Hasil penelitian ini adalah terdapat korelasi negatif signifikan yang lemah antara efikasi diri keuangan dengan sikap keuangan pada Mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis. Artinya semakin tinggi rasa kepercayaan diri seseorang dalam mengelola keuangan, membuat individu tersebut abai dan lalai dalam membuat perencanaan keuangan serta keputusan keuangan yang buruk.
Perbedaan Hardiness Berdasarkan Jenis Kelamin pada Mahasiswa Baru
Authors: Anastasia Nada , Yasmin Maya
Published: March 2024

Hardiness merupakan kumpulan karakteristik kepribadian yang mana memiliki daya tahan yang dapat dimanfaatkan saat individu mengalami tekanan dalam hidup serta individu yang memiliki kepribadian ini masih akan tetap sehat secara mental walaupun sedang mengalami tekanan. Tingginya tingkat hardiness yang dimiliki mahasiswa baru dapat menyebabkan kemampuan pengendalian diri dalam mengahadapi permasalahan semakin baik juga. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan perbedaan hardiness mahasiswa baru laki-laki dan perempuan di Universitas Negeri Padang. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan analisis independent sample t-test. . Penelitian ini menggunakan model instrumen pengumpulan data berupa skala sikap model likert dengan alat ukur berupa Alat Ukur Hardiness yang dikembangkan oleh Christianto & Amalia (2022). Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan cluster random sampling dengan sampel penelitian sebanyak 104 mahasiswa baru di Universitas Negeri Padang. Hasil penelitian ini menemukan bahwa terdapat perbedaan tingkat hardiness yang antara laki-laki dan perempuan, mana laki-laki memiliki hardiness sebesar 55,71 lebih tinggi dari perempuan.
Happiness Mahasiswa yang Mengalami Toxic Relationship: Apakah terkait dengan Forgiveness?
Authors: Lestari Dewi Anggraini , Pohan Hema Dayita
Published: March 2024

Individu yang mengalami toxic relationship akan merasakan kesedihan yang mendalam, memiliki kesulitan menerima sebuah kenyataan, merasa menderita dan tidak bahagia. Sedangkan, setiap individu mengharapkan kebahagiaan sebagai tujuan hidupnya. Hal itu menjadi alasan mengapa individu perlu melakukan forgiveness kepada pelaku. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara Forgiveness dan Happiness pada Mahasiswa yang Mengalami Toxic Relationship. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif dengan teknik korelasi yaitu product moment dengan melibatkan sebanyak 136 mahasiswa Universitas Bhayangkara Jakarta         Raya. Hasil yang didapatkan menunjukan bahwa terdapat hubungan yang positif antara forgiveness dan happiness dengan koefisien korelasi r=0.437 dengan nilai signifikansi 0.000. Artinya semakin tinggi forgiveness maka semakin tinggi happiness.
“Not Everyone Can See the Work of an Editor...”: Review of a New Book About M. N. Katkov
Authors:   Moscow Polytechnic University, Perevalova Elena V.
Published: March 2024

The article presents a review of the monograph by Susan Fusso, an American researcher, and professor of Russian, East European, and Eurasian languages at Wesleyan University, published by Bibliorossika Publishing House and devoted to the role of an authoritative journalist, editor, and publisher of the largest organs of the Russian conservative press M. N. Katkov — in the formation of the concept of the Russian novel of the second half of the 19th century. The author’s attention focuses on Katkov’s relationship with the major Russian writers of the second half of the 19th century, I. S. Turgenev, F. M. Dostoevsky, and L. N. Tolstoy. Based on a broad historical and literary context, a scrupulous analysis of the journalistic speeches of the journalist and the literary texts of Turgenev, Dostoevsky, and Tolstoy, the researcher rethinks the importance of Katkov in the literary process of the 1860s and 1880s. The review describes the structure of the monograph, and the range of issues raised in it, highlights the most successful and original author’s conclusions, and outlines the prospects for further research.
Image of the “Patchworky” Germany in the Poetry by P. A. Vyazemski
Authors:   Siberian State University of Geosystems and Technologies, Zhdanov Sergey S.
Published: March 2024

The paper deals with spatial images of Germany in the poems of P. A. Vyazemsky, dating back to the 1840–1870s. There is a marked anthropic element in the poet’s describing German spatial images when the focus of describing is not the landscape itself but its connection with a personality important to the author. Otherwise, the landscape can become a starting point for philosophical reflections on human existence. In addition, Vyazemsky uses both conditional and typed mimesis for the landscape descriptions of Germany. This technique aims to ensure that the reader completes the spatial picture depicted in his imagination by using the ʽreference’ topoi, and weakened spatiality in general. Finally, the article reveals the key variants of the German world-images in the poet’s texts — these are the travesty, romantic, and sentimentalist modes of description. At the same time, the article highlights many literary types that the author uses to characterize the travestied space: German scientist, philistine, and passionate dreamer. The author’s versions of the romantic world-image demonstrate ambivalence in the spatial structure of the chronotope as well as Vyazemsky’s appeal to the Rhine intertext of Russian literature. Various examples of demi-natural idyll represent the sentimentalist world-image.
Government debt and economic impact: An analytical comparison of different countries
Authors: Siying Wei
Published: March 2024

The increase in the level of government debt has led to economic instability in a number of developing as well as developed nations. According to a study by Hilton (2021), having an unsustainable amount of public debt can slow down the economic growth of the nation in the long run. Therefore, it has become increasingly important to understand the economic impact that government debts have on different countries. The countries used in this paper are Brazil, Malaysia, South Africa, Thailand, and Turkey. Firstly, the study analyses the trends of public debt across these five countries. From the analysis, it could be realised that the level of government debt increased across all the countries. Moreover, the study also used a vector error correction model (VECM) methodology along with an impulse response function (IRF) to account for the country-wise impact of public debt on economic growth. The results showed that there is a negative impact on the economic growth of Brazil, Malaysia, Thailand, Turkey, and South Africa. Furthermore, the study also accounts for the impact of fiscal policies on the debt management structure of the specified countries.
The BireyselValue, a Proposed Method for Solving a Classification Problem
Authors: Dahman Deniz
Published: March 2024

This paper presents a new method for solving a classification
problem; the  BireyselValue method assumes that the individual
traits of a class help to classify an observation based on similarity
measures. The method involves three stages to solve the
classification problem:  the building stage, the training stage,
and the prediction stage. The first two stages accomplish two key
steps: firstly, five parameters are used to transform any
observation of size n variables
into six variables; secondly, subsets of the
individual traits of each class are created. As a result, the
parameters, the subsets of the individual traits, and a scaled version
of the training dataset are saved as a predictive model.
Ultimately, the prediction stage uses the elements in the predictive
model to transform the observations that are to be classified and of
size n into the size of sixvariables
and to perform similarity measures between the observation and the
individual traits of class to make the final prediction. The
experimental results obtained on 6 multiclass datasets from different
domains showed that the proposed method is efficient at solving
classification problems. Moreover, the method can potentially be
used for purposes other than solving a classification problem.

Keywords: BireyselValue Method, Classification, Prediction,
Dimension Reduction
Test submission -- Authorea Test
Authors: Meyer Carol
Published: March 2024

This is a test submission of the authorea preprint opt-in workflow
Vector-valued nonuniform multiresolution analysis associated with linear canonical transform domain
Authors: Bhat Younus , Dar Aamir
Published: March 2024

A generalization of Mallat?s classical multiresolution analysis, based on the
theory of spectral pairs, was considered in two articles by Gabardo and
Nashed. In this setting, the associated translation set is no longer a
discrete subgroup of R but a spectrum associated with a certain
one-dimensional spectral pair and the associated dilation is an even
positive integer related to the given spectral pair. In this paper, we
continue the study based on this nonstandard setting and introduce
vector-valued nonuniform multiresolution analysis associated with linear
canonical transform (LCT-VNUMRA) where the associated subspace V?0 of the
function space L2 (R,CM) has an orthonormal basis of the form {?(x ? ?)e?
??A B (t2??2)} ??? where ? = {0, r/N} + 2Z,N ? 1 is an integer and r is an
odd integer such that r and N are relatively prime. We establish a necessary
and sufficient condition for the existence of associated wavelets and derive
an algorithm for the construction of vector-valued nonuniform
multiresolution analysis starting from a vector refinement mask with
appropriate conditions
Aichinger equation on commutative semigroups
Authors: Almira J.M.
Published: March 2024

We consider Aichinger?s equation f (x1 +... + xm+1) = Xm+1 i=1 1i(x1, x2,
...,bxi,..., xm+1) for functions defined on commutative semigroups
which take values on commutative groups. The solutions of this equation are,
under very mild hypotheses, generalized polynomials. We use the canonical
form of generalized polynomials to prove that compositions and products of
generalized polynomials are again generalized polynomials and that the
bounds for the degrees are, in this new context, the natural ones. In some
cases, we also show that a polynomial function defined on a semigroup can
uniquely be extended to a polynomial function defined on a larger group. For
example, if f solves Aichinger?s equation under the additional restriction
that x1,..., xm+1 ? Rp +, then there exists a unique polynomial function
F defined on Rp such that F|R p + = f . In particular, if f is also bounded
on a set A ? Rp + with positive Lebesgue measure then its unique polynomial
extension F is an ordinary polynomial in p variables with total degree ? m,
and the functions 1i are also restrictions to Rpm + of ordinary polynomials
of total degree ? m defined on Rpm.
Characterizations and properties of the matrices a such that AA(−1)(L)− A(−1)(L) A are nonsingular
Authors: Wu Jiabao , Zuo Kezheng , Gao Jiale , Zheng Lu
Published: March 2024

In this paper, we consider the co-BD matrices, a class of matrices
characterized by the invertibility of AA(?1)(L)? A(?1) (L) A, where A(?1)
(L) is the Bott-Duffin inverse of A with respect to a subspace L. Different
characterizations and properties of this class of matrices are given. Also,
we consider some characterizations of the nonsingularity of AA(?1) (L) +
A(?1) (L) A and In ? A(A(?1)(L))2A.
On some inequalities for metallic Riemannian space forms
Authors: Choudhary Majid , Uddin Siraj
Published: March 2024

The metallic Riemannian space forms are the subject of this article,
specifically their slant submanifolds. Several basic inequalities have been
derived for these submanifolds and particular conclusions are examined.
Effects of metformin and its combinations with other repurposed drugs on fibrosarcoma in hamsters
Authors: Popovic Dusica , Popovic Kosta , Lalosevic Dusan , Popovic Jovan
Published: March 2024

Introduction/Objective. Many drugs registered for various other indications can act selectively on tumor receptors, signaling pathways, metabolic processes, bioenergetic factors, enzymes, proteins and genes that regulate tumor proliferation, apoptosis, and neoangiogenesis without affecting these activities in healthy cells. Introduction of new drugs is a very long, complex, and expensive process of research. Detecting an anticancer effect in drugs already registered for other indications and forming their combinations may directly reduce the time and cost of such research. Methods. Anticancer efficacy of metformin and its combinations with caffeine, itraconazole and nitroglycerin was tested on fibrosarcoma experimentally induced by BHK21/C13 cells in Syrian golden hamsters (six animals per group, randomly allocated to control and experimental groups, doses equivalent to usual human doses). After animal sacrifice, tumors were excised and their size, biophysical characteristics, histology, and immunohistochemistry were assessed. Blood samples were collected for hematological and biochemical analyses and the main organs were toxicologically analyzed. Statistical significance was determined by one-way ANOVA followed by the Student?Newman?Keuls post hoc test. Results. Two-drug combinations of metformin with caffeine or itraconazole or nitroglycerin showed significant antitumor effects on hamster fibrosarcoma compared to control, regarding all tested tumor parameters (p < 0.05) without toxicity. Conclusion. Administration of metformin in combination with caffeine or itraconazole or nitroglycerin might be an effective and safe approach in novel nontoxic adjuvant anticancer treatment.
An efficacy investigation of combining Water Hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) with Filters as a Bioremediation for Leachate Contaminated Water
Authors: Kurnianto Agung Sih , Putri Shella Amalia Karisma , Ristiyana Suci , Haryadi Nanang Tri , Dewi Nilasari
Published: March 2024

Pollution occurs everywhere and threatens rice field that require good quality water. Leachate is a pollutant from the Final Disposal Site (TPA) and flows into irrigation in the surrounding area. This study aims to experimentally analyse using a combination of Water Hyacinth Eichhornia crassipes and filter media (zeolite, charcoal, and gravel) to improve irrigation water quality and performance in a limited time. Samples were obtained from TPA Pakusari, Jember, East Java, Indonesia (-8,16956, 113.76129). There were three treatments: control, Water Hyacinth (WH), and Water Hyacinth + Filter (WHF). Multiparameter Aquacombo HM 3070 was used to test the parameters of Total Dissolved Solid (TDS), Conductivity, and pH. Determination of DO levels was done by the Winkler Method. Sample tests were performed every day (0-14 days). TDS and pH measurements showed that WH was a treatment that significantly reduced the effect. OD measurements showed significant increases in WH and WHF on the 7th day but not significant again on the 14th day. BOD measurements showed that control and WH decreased significantly starting the seventh day. Only the control treatment differed significantly on day 14 for conductivity measurements. Principle Component Analysis (PCA) showed that the WH and WHF treatments differed significantly, as a set of measured parameters between treatments formed different clusters on days 7 and 14. The significance of this study lies in its potential contribution to developing effective and sustainable methods to mitigate water pollution in agricultural settings, particularly in regions affected by leachate from disposal sites. The findings could be pivotal in improving irrigation water quality, thereby supporting healthier crop growth and sustainable agricultural practices.
Understanding the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act in India: A Comprehensive Analysis
Authors: Parmar Pragnesh
Published: March 2024

The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS Act) of 1985 is a pivotal legislation in India aimed at combating the illicit trafficking and abuse of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the NDPS Act, examining its historical context, key provisions, enforcement mechanisms, and impact on public health and criminal justice. Through a critical examination of the Act, this article aims to elucidate its strengths, weaknesses, and implications for drug control efforts in India. Furthermore, it explores contemporary challenges and potential avenues for reform to enhance the effectiveness and equity of drug policy in the country
A Systematic Review and Health Risk Assessment on the Concentration of Particulate Matters in Iran
Authors: Rostami Roohollah
Published: March 2024

There are growing activities leading to emission of suspended particles. Industrialization and expanding the cities in Iran is an alarm of urban air pollution and the particulate maters (PMs) as one of the criteria air pollutants. The concentration of the particulate maters, exposure and the health risks are studied in this systematic review regarding the published literatures in the data bases of SID (Scientific Information Database), Science direct, and Google scholar. The results showed a high concentration of PMs, which was the highest concentration related to PM10 (146.39 ± 123.31 µg/m3) and then respectively PM7, PM4, PM2.5 and PM1. The concentration of particles in spring (136.79 ± 157.95 µg/m3) was higher compared to remain, it was followed by summer, winter and autumn, respectively. The particles were with higher concentrations in industrial areas compared to the commercial and residential areas. The risk of cancer and toxicity of PM2.5 was high for all age groups, and the risk levels were very high for children under 6 years old (4937.7×10-6). Non-cancer risk PM10 (2.92), PM2.5 (7.41) for outdoor air in most cities was higher than the guideline limit of 1.
Assessment of Occupational Exposure to Lead, Cadmium and Arsenic in a Lead-Acid Battery Manufacturing and Recycling Plant in Algeria
Authors: Bouchala Faiza
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Plants manufacturing and recycling lead-acid batteries emit this metal and other metal and metalloid particles into the air, which can be transported and deposited on various surfaces, exposing workers and even nearby populations. Occupational metal contamination is a cause for concern because of their potential accumulation in the environment and in living organisms, leading to long-term toxic effects. Objective: The aim of this study was to assess Cd, As and Pb levels in the whole blood of 170 people working in a lead battery manufacturing and recycling plant in eastern Algeria, and in that of 50 non-occupationally exposed controls. Results: Metal compound levels were determined using ICP-MS. Lead was the most prominent element in the workers’ blood (521.24 µg/L) compared to the controls (23.08 µg/L), confirming that lead exposure is significantly higher compared to other elements. The average and median concentrations of Cd and As in the blood did not exceed the biological exposure indices for both populations. Cadmium levels were significantly higher in the blood of exposed workers compared to the controls. However, there was no significant correlation between blood lead levels and cadmium levels in exposed subjects. For arsenic, although the mean and median values were within the normal range, the maximum and 95th percentile exceeded the normal value. There was also no significant correlation between lead and arsenic concentrations in the blood of workers. The results of this study highlight the alarming working conditions that the employees of this factory face. Conclusion: These conditions lead to significant lead exposure and potentially to other elements such as Cd and As.
Intractable Epilepsy and Gene Study
Authors: Farajirad Elnaz
Published: March 2024

Objectives: Approximately 20% of epileptic children resist anti-seizure medications (ASMs). Management of these cases is complex and needs many pre-requisites. A Gene study is a part of the assessment in epilepsy cases and adjusts according to the physician’s decision. We conducted a gene study and assessed the response to ASMs. Material & Methods: All the ASMs resistant cases that were suspected of genetic epilepsy, did not have metabolic/structural etiology or neurodegenerative disease, and were referred for genetic study between Jan 2014 to Dec 2021 were enrolled. The records of 52 cases were assigned in our registry. The name of the gene extracted and the response to ASMs evaluated. The mean age was 6.65 years old; 24 (46.2%) were boys and 28 (53.8%) were girls. Results: The most common found genes were SCN1A, CAD1, IQSEC2, SLc6A1, AP3B2, SLC25A22, and KCNJ10. The complete response rate was seen in 20 cases (38.46%). Conclusion: In conclusion, further studies should be profit to make a link between gene type and drug response and achieve a better seizure- free response. If this happened, precision medicine would be more achievable
Internal Hernias: Diagnosis and Management
Authors: Ammari Smail
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Internal hernias are rare, with an overall incidence of less than 1%. They account for 0.5 to 5.8 % of cases of intestinal obstructions. If left untreated, their overall mortality exceeds 50 % in cases of strangulation. The aim of this work is to report 04 new cases of different types of internal hernias and to review the literature on the circumstances of occurrence, discovery, and therapeutic modalities for internal hernias. Observations: We report four (04) observations concerning different types of internal hernias: (02 peri-cecal internal hernias, one hernia through the Winslow's hiatus, and one supra-vesical internal hernia), all revealed by clinical presentations of acute intestinal obstructions and confirmed by preoperative CT scan. Our patients (03 men and 01 woman) have an average age of 63 years. All 04 cases were operated on urgently, with 03 undergoing laparotomy and 01 undergoing laparoscopy. The procedure performed is the reduction of the hernia (viable strangulated small bowel loops) with closure of the hernial orifice to prevent recurrences. Postoperative courses were uneventful in all four patients. The average length of hospital stay is 02 days. After a follow-up ranging from 02 years to 08 years, no recurrence was observed. Conclusion: Internal hernias are rare and should be considered in cases of acute intestinal obstruction, especially in patients without abdominal surgical history or trauma. Laparotomy remains the most commonly used surgical approach, but laparoscopy is increasingly reported in recent publications.
Management of Osteoarthritis of Both Knee Joints with Causticum, Law of Palliation- A Case Report
Authors: RA Sibin
Published: March 2024

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease characterized by focal loss of hyaline cartilage with proliferation of new bone and remodelling of joint contour. It is one of the leading causes of disability. OA primarily affects articular cartilage, bone, synovial membrane, capsule and ligaments. It is more common in women than in men and the prevalence increases with age. This article illustrates the clinical application of homoeopathic law of palliation. The law of similars is the fundamental law of palliation. This is a case of a 52-year-old male patient who presented with complaints of tearing pain in both knee joints, especially of left knee with severe burning sensation in knees. On thorough case taking and analysing the case, the homoeopathic medicine Causticum was prescribed in 200th potency orally, as dry dose. The remedy was selected based on totality of symptoms and symptom similarity. The severity of the symptoms was assessed using The Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) and Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS), both before and after the treatment. The scores got reduced after administering our medicine and the patient was symptomatically relieved. Even though Osteoarthritis cannot be cured, it is possible to prevent the progression of pathology, and avert further deformities through our medicines by following the homoeopathic law of palliation.
Detection of Wuchereria bancrofti through Molecular Xenomonitoring of Putative Mosquito Vectors in the Philippines
Authors: Salazar Ferdinand V
Published: March 2024

The advancement of molecular methods resulted in the application of molecular xenomonitoring (MX) as a complementary tool to detect the presence of circulating LF parasites in mosquito vectors. In the Philippines, a number of endemic areas are still undergoing evaluations by the World Health Organization (WHO) and Department of Health – Philippines (DOH). This study investigated the presence of filarial parasites in Oriental Mindoro (Region 4B) and Sultan Kudarat (Region 12), Philippines through MX. All collected and identified mosquito vectors were subjected to a real-time PCR assay targeting the Wuchereria bancrofti long-dispersed repeat Wb-LDR gene. This study detected the presence of W. bancrofti parasites in two species of mosquito vectors: (1) Aedes poicilius collected in Barangay Sta. Clara, Kalamansig, Sultan Kudarat (n=10 pools; 10.00%); and (2) Culex quinquefasciatus from Barangay Poblacion II, Victoria, Oriental Mindoro (n=344 pools; 0.29%) and Barangay Sta. Maria, Kalamansig, Sultan Kudarat (n=96 pools; 1.04%). These results support transmission assessment survey findings of continuous presence of LF parasites in the two endemic provinces of Oriental Mindoro and Sultan Kudarat. This study also suggests that further refinement of MX may produce broader applicability in the control and elimination of mosquito-borne diseases.
Reassessing Disaster and Emergency Management: A Child Rights Perspective
Authors: Al-Hassan Mohammed
Published: March 2024

This paper delves into the critical yet often overlooked aspect of disaster and emergency management: the rights and needs of children. Recognizing that children form a vulnerable segment of society during disasters, this study seeks to evaluate how effectively their rights are being protected and implemented in such crises. Utilizing the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child as a framework, the research examines key disasters like Hurricane Katrina (2005) and the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami to assess advancements and gaps in child-centric disaster response. Our findings reveal that children's experiences and needs in disaster scenarios are complexly intertwined with socio-political and economic factors. Despite the ratification of child rights treaties by numerous countries, the actual execution of these rights in disaster situations varies significantly. The paper highlights that children's vulnerability is not just physical but extends to psychological and educational aspects, often exacerbated by inadequate disaster preparedness and response strategies. The study emphasizes the importance of education in mitigating the psychological impact of disasters on children. PostHurricane Katrina initiatives, for instance, have shown the effectiveness of educational programs in disaster preparedness. However, challenges in coordination among NGOs and government entities often lead to ineffective implementation of childfocused disaster management strategies. In conclusion, while strides have been made in recognizing and addressing children’s needs in disasters, much work remains. The paper calls for a more nuanced understanding of child vulnerability and advocates for comprehensive strategies that prioritize children's rights in disaster management.
Symbiotic Relationship Human-Cats: Its Psychological and Physiological Benefits
Authors: Alicia Garcia-Falgueras
Published: March 2024

Cats provide many benefits to human, both in a psychological and physiological way. On the other hand, felines are living longer when they choose or can live with humans. This symbiotic relationship between their brains, lifestyles or world perception and ours is analysed in this paper. Their senses and capacity of perceiving the external world is different from ours which might enable them to understand reality differently or to attend and perceive certain important stimuli we do not. Alternatively our evolutionarily younger prefrontal cortex is able to organize, plan and schedule the time and that might give them good reasons to find a place with us. The consideration leading toward coexistence with cats was collected by a questionnaire data collection in the South of Spain, region of Andalusian. We found women are more likely to adopt cats and even to integrate them as a member of the family. Also we detect cats are able to learn from us, with a different meaning of the word obedience. Data obtained are discussed and suggestions are made for further research in this field toward a wider education on cat cares based on scientific studies. A better understanding of mammalian ecosystems has a crucial role, where women and their comprehension of integrative cares and flexibility in learning with willpower and not fear. Human and cat lives are autonomously synchronized, meaning their lives intersect and complement each other in daily routines, behaviours patterns, or emotional well-being but with clear boundaries of mutual time, space and respect.
The Conditionality of the Rule among Motorcyclists
Authors: Sandrine Gaymard
Published: March 2024

The problem of transportation accidents (in general) depends largely on human factors. In the road sector, traffic psychology studies the behavior of road users. Among the categories of users, motorcyclists is part of the group of “vulnerable road users”, and facts and figures confirm their exposure to risk. The theory of conditionality was developed in order to understand the psychological underpinnings of the relationship to the rule. These works defend the existence of two systems of rules: legal and social. Studies carried out with motorcyclists show the particularity of this group: the pleasure of riding, a particular relationship to speed, conditionality differences according to the type and power of the motorbike. The conditionality of the rule among motorcyclists seems to have the particularity of being strongly anchored in their group identity.
Short Communication on Improving the Sociological, Mental, and Somatic Health Comprising Cases Study: Overview on Seminar Women [Through the Aging Process - The Next Frontiers towards Gender Equality, San Diego, US - January 2024]
Authors: Milić Jelena
Published: March 2024

This short communication provides a descriptive analysis of the seminar titled Women through the Aging Process - The Next Frontiers towards Gender Equality & quot; held in San Diego in January 2024. The seminar aimed to address the sociological, mental, and somatic health issues faced by women as they age and explore strategies for improving gender equality in this context. Key topics discussed included the importance of preventive and curative measures, inclusion of older women in the social community, gender-specific caregiving roles, emotional support and personal care assistance, health advocacy and social engagement, education and training for caregivers, and developing specialized programs for aging women. The seminar emphasized the need to respect autonomy and choice while ensuring the safety and well-being of aging women. In conclusion, the seminar provided valuable insights and recommendations for promoting gender equality in the aging process.
Frequency of Device Use on Prosocial Behavior of Early Age Children 5-6 Years
Authors: Aidita Kirana  , Kurniawati Asih Budi , Sugiana
Published: March 2024

The use of devices in early childhood has a time limit so that they have a good impact. The high frequency of device use among children will influence children's social behavior, especially prosocial behavior. This study aims to analyze the influence of frequency of device use on the prosocial behavior of children aged 5-6 years. This research uses ex-post facto quantitative research. The population in this study were parents (mothers) with children aged 5-6 years in PAUD institutions. This study used two-stage cluster sampling with a sample size of three sub-districts, one kindergarten for each with 59 parents (mothers). Data collection in this study used a questionnaire method with an instrument in the form of a statement sheet that parents (mothers) need to fill out to obtain data on the frequency of device use in children, children's prosocial behavior, and personal data on parents and children. The data obtained was then analyzed using a simple linear regression test processed with the help of SPSS. The data analysis results show an influence between the frequency of device use and the prosocial behavior of children aged 5-6 years. Apart from that, the correlation value shows a negative influence between the frequency of using devices and the prosocial behavior of children aged 5-6 years. This research implies that the frequency of using devices influences the prosocial behavior of children aged 5-6, meaning that the higher the frequency, the lower the child's prosocial behavior, and vice versa.
Co-Construction Online Learning Models in Early Childhood Education Management Courses
Authors: Trihantoyo Syunu , Nuri Herachwati  , Rudi Purwono  , Supriyanto  , Mohamad Syahidul Haq  , Windasari  , Wahyu Purwaningayu Galih
Published: March 2024

The challenge of online learning in higher education is that there is often a lack of focus on students taking part in lectures, which causes a loss of learning. This study aims to analyze the feasibility and effectiveness of the co-construction online learning model in early childhood education management courses. The research method uses a research and development approach with the ADDIE model. Data collection was carried out by interviews, questionnaires, and observations on 88 students taking early childhood education management courses. Product feasibility testing was carried out from questionnaire data analysis on 10 statement items using a four-rating scale, while observations and interviews were used to analyze the effectiveness of implementing the co-construction online learning model. Data analysis used qualitative descriptive and quantitative techniques to analyze the feasibility and effectiveness of implementing the co-construction online learning model. The results of the study in the electronic feasibility test for teaching materials achieved a score of 71.4%, which means it is feasible and does not need revision. While the effectiveness test was carried out twice with different timeframes, in the first data collection there were 73% of active students, then it increased in the second data collection with 88% of active students. This increase is to Skinner's theory of operant conditioning learning, where individual behavior is influenced by the repetition of actions received.
Economic Status, Parenting Patterns, and Duration of Gadget Use Influence the Social Development of Group B Children
Authors: Milla Ignatesia Ginting  , Aslamiah  , Novitawati
Published: March 2024

In the era of globalization, more and more children are being influenced by technological advances. One of the technological advances that children like is gadgets. The introduction of gadgets to children usually starts with parents and family showing videos or games on the gadget in the hope that the child will stop crying and not be fussy. This research aims to analyze and describe parents' economic status, parenting patterns, gadget use duration, and early childhood social development. This research method is descriptive quantitative. The total sample was 158 parents. The data collection instrument uses a questionnaire that meets the validity and reliability test requirements. Data analysis to test hypotheses uses path analysis. Based on the results of this research, it was found that first, there is a direct relationship between economic status and children's social development. Second, parenting styles and children's social development. Third, the duration of gadget use depends on the child's social development. Fourth, economic status and duration of gadget use. Fifth, parenting patterns and duration of gadget use. Sixth, economic status through the duration of gadget use and children's social development. Seventh, economic status through the duration of gadget use and children's social development. It was concluded that there was a relationship between economic status, parenting patterns, and duration of gadget use with the social development of early childhood.