bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Writing an Effective Medical Manuscript and Avoiding Errors for Smooth Publication
Authors: Bukhari Mulazim Hussain
Published: September 2023

Writing for a biomedical journal is an important part of completing a research project. It is vital to publish original articles or other types of articles in various medical journals. This can be a challenging process, and it requires a sense of responsibility. The process starts with conceiving an idea, forming and conducting the research, and writing about the results, before finally getting it published. Before beginning to write a paper, the language must be properly structured and technical details must be included. Additionally, a cover letter must is sent to the journal's chief editor, mentioning any ethical considerations.
A unique case of adrenal insufficiency coexisting with two primary malignancies
Authors: Uysal Hilal Bektas , Duran Murat , Güney Engin , Yavasoglu Irfan , Sonmez Hulki Meltem
Published: September 2023

Endocrine system originated lymphoma accounts 3% of all extra-nodal lymphoma cases and primary adrenal lymphoma (PAL) constitutes only 0.2% of them (1). In our literature research, there are nearly 250 cases published about PAL, until today. To the best of our knowledge, in addition to this extremely rare incidence of PAL, another accompanying primary malignancy has not been reported in the literature to date. Here, we present the first case of adrenal insufficiency, coexisting with bilateral PAL and follicular thyroid carcinoma.
Comparative Analysis of the Effectiveness of the Budget Funds Use at the Regional Level
Authors: Rechkina E. A. , Terekhov A. M. , Popkova Zh. G.
Published: September 2023

The purpose of the study.The purpose of the paper is to assess the effectiveness of the use of regional budget expenditures on the example of the budgets of the Nizhny Novgorod and Mur-mansk regions.

Materials and methods.General scientific methods are involved: analysis, synthesis, gener-alization, classification; and specifically scientific methods: dynamics analysis, correlation and re-gression analysis, neural network modeling. The information base of the study includes indexes of the execution of the federal budget of the Russian Federation (information from the Federal Treas-ury of the Russian Federation) and regional budgets published in the relevant laws of the regions; statistical data published by Rosstat. The novelty of the research approach lies in the combination of traditional and economic-mathematical methods with the use of the Cobb-Douglas production func-tion. This fact provided an opportunity to assess the impact of budget expenditures on individual factors of production that determine the volume of public product produced. The paper presents a comparative assessment of the effectiveness of budget planning based on normative and program-target methods.

Results.It was found that the use of budget funds in the Murmansk region is more effective than in the Nizhny Novgorod region. In this region, starting from 2019, the priority of the task of developing a program-targeted method of budget planning has been reduced, but the region has achieved high efficiency in the use of budget funds due to rational management of budget debt. The budget of the Murmansk Region is characterized by a significant reduction in the debt burden, which reduces the share of public debt servicing costs, and the ratio of the amount of public debt to the expenditures of the regional budget by the end of 2021 approached zero. The study showed that budget expenditures have a significant positive impact on the growth of the capital factor. At the same time, the growth of budget expenditures has a more negative impact on the development of the labor factor. It was found that when using the program-target method, a number of program ex-penditures have a positive impact on the growth of the labor force in the regions, but the degree of such influence is insignificant.

Conclusion.In the course of the study, the authors concluded that the efficiency of using budget funds in the Murmansk region is higher than in the Nizhny Novgorod region. This circum-stance indicates a greater influence on the efficiency of the use of budget funds of the quality factor of public debt management in comparison with the influence of the factor of the application of the program-target method of budget planning. The results of the conducted research may be useful to government agencies responsible for planning and budgeting.
RETROSPEKTYWNE SPOJRZENIE NA SAMOOCENĘ W OKRESIE DZIECIŃSTWA I ADOLESCENCJI U DOROSŁYCH DZIECI ALKOHOLIKÓW – WYNIKI BADAŃ WŁASNYCH
Authors: Dolata Dorota
Published: September 2023

W literaturze przedmiotu szeroko dyskutowany jest wątek dotyczący funkcjonowania osoby uzależnionej od alkoholu, jak również jej rodziny. Wiadomo, że dorastanie w dysfunkcyjnym środowisku będzie rzutowało na sposób funkcjonowania jednostki, jej relacje z innymi ludźmi a także z samym sobą. W niniejszym artykule pragnę zaprezentować wyniki badań jakościowych, przy wykorzystaniu metody biograficznej, wśród dorosłych osób wychowywanych w rodzinie alkoholowej. Dotyczą one poczucia własnej wartości dorosłych dzieci alkoholików w okresie ich dzieciństwa. Jak postrzegały siebie (dda )? W jakim stopniu dorastanie w rodzinie alkoholowej rzutowało na ich poczucie własnej wartości? Nawiążę również do wyników badań innych autorów, w tym zagranicznych, obrazujących to, w jaki sposób dorastanie w rodzinie alkoholowej może przyczynić się do wykształcenia u dziecka niskiego poczucia własnej wartości a tym samym rzutować na jego relacje z innymi ludźmi a przede wszystkim z samym sobą.
EDUCATION AND UPBRINGING IN THE SECOND POLISH REPUBLIC. ATTEMPTS TO TRANSFER THE SALESIAN CHARISMA TO THE POLISH LAND
Authors: Niewęgłowski Jan
Published: September 2023

In 1918, our country regained its independence. The process of reconstructing Polish statehood came across numerous problems including those emerging in the field of education and upbringing. The contemporary Polish authorities were aware of the fact that those challenges had to be treated as a priority. Education and upbringing are undoubtedly such specific forms of activity without which the reconstruction process of a country’s social and ethnic fabric is not possible. Salesians actively joined that process of reconstructing the country by establishing many new educational institutions.
4. A regionalização do continente português: um processo conturbado
Authors: Costa Leonardo
Published: September 2023

Consagradas as regiões na Constituição de 1976, o resultado do referendo de 1998 veio a tornar-se um importante obstáculo à sua implementação no continente português. Desde então, várias tentativas têm existido de acabar com o processo, de o substituir por um sucedâneo e também de o recuperar. Neste capítulo, abordamos o princípio da subsidiariedade e, tendo em conta o referido princípio, de que forma a regionalização, no quadro de uma reforma do Estado mais vasta, poderia contribuir para um Estado mental ou teórico que se quer mais democrático e funcional. Segue-se a discussão do processo conturbado de reforma e descentralização do Estado em Portugal, a partir de 1998, e a apreciação do pacote de descentralização do atual Governo, tendo em conta as recomendações da OCDE e da Comissão Independente para a Descentralização (CID) e a discussão realizada. Os resultados mostram que o pacote de descentralização do Governo acolhe, em parte, as referidas recomendações. Pouco é dito sobre a reorganização inerente do Estado central e sobre as Áreas Metropolitanas de Lisboa e Porto. A opção do Governo é pela eleição direta das CCDR reestruturadas e não das entidades intermunicipais. A eleição das mesmas pelos municípios poderá vir a constituir um obstáculo.
5. A regionalização como projeto de reforma do Estado e recuperação do país
Authors: Reis José
Published: September 2023

É como projeto de reforma do Estado que, neste texto, se encara, em primeiro lugar, a regionalização. Conhece-se a escassa consciência territorial das políticas públicas e da organização administrativa e a natureza vertical, de cima para baixo, da ação pública, sem coordenação horizontal nem atenção à diversidade da vida material do país. Esta é uma razão de ineficiência e ineficácia. Depois, e esta é a segunda razão, é preciso compreender os dias que correm e o modo como o país se tem fragilizado. Portugal tornou-se unipolar, fragilizando o sistema urbano não metropolitano, isto é, as cidades médias e está hoje mais estreito. No entanto o território é obstinado: existe e resiste. No entanto, o que o rodeia, das instituições às políticas, desperdiça-o e enfraquece-o. É por estas razões que se defende a regionalização como projeto de reforma do Estado e de recuperação do país.
Nurses’ Roles in mHealth App Development: Scoping Review
Authors: Bakker Caitlin J , Wyatt Tami H , Breth Melissa CS , Gao Grace , Janeway Lisa M , Lee Mikyoung A , Martin Christie L , Tiase Victoria L
Published: September 2023

Background

Although mobile health (mHealth) apps for both health consumers and health care providers are increasingly common, their implementation is frequently unsuccessful when there is a misalignment between the needs of the user and the app’s functionality. Nurses are well positioned to help address this challenge. However, nurses’ engagement in mHealth app development remains unclear.

Objective

This scoping review aims to determine the extent of the evidence of the role of nurses in app development, delineate developmental phases in which nurses are involved, and to characterize the type of mHealth apps nurses are involved in developing.

Methods

We conducted a scoping review following the 6-stage methodology. We searched 14 databases to identify publications on the role of nurses in mHealth app development and hand searched the reference lists of relevant publications. Two independent researchers performed all screening and data extraction, and a third reviewer resolved any discrepancies. Data were synthesized and grouped by the Software Development Life Cycle phase, and the app functionality was described using the IMS Institute for Healthcare Informatics functionality scoring system.

Results

The screening process resulted in 157 publications being included in our analysis. Nurses were involved in mHealth app development across all stages of the Software Development Life Cycle but most frequently participated in design and prototyping, requirements gathering, and testing. Nurses most often played the role of evaluators, followed by subject matter experts. Nurses infrequently participated in software development or planning, and participation as patient advocates, research experts, or nurse informaticists was rare.

Conclusions

Although nurses were represented throughout the preimplementation development process, nurses’ involvement was concentrated in specific phases and roles.
Usability and Overall Perception of a Health Bot for Nutrition-Related Questions for Patients Receiving Bariatric Care: Mixed Methods Study
Authors: Beyeler Marina , Légeret Corinne , Kiwitz Fabian , van der Horst Klazine
Published: September 2023

Background

Currently, over 4000 bariatric procedures are performed annually in Switzerland. To improve outcomes, patients need to have good knowledge regarding postoperative nutrition. To potentially provide them with knowledge between dietetic consultations, a health bot (HB) was created. The HB can answer bariatric nutrition questions in writing based on artificial intelligence.

Objective

This study aims to evaluate the usability and perception of the HB among patients receiving bariatric care.

Methods

Patients before or after bariatric surgery tested the HB. A mixed methods approach was used, which consisted of a questionnaire and qualitative interviews before and after testing the HB. The dimensions usability of, usefulness of, satisfaction with, and ease of use of the HB, among others, were measured. Data were analyzed using R Studio (R Studio Inc) and Excel (Microsoft Corp). The interviews were transcribed and a summary inductive content analysis was performed.

Results

A total of 12 patients (female: n=8, 67%; male: n=4, 33%) were included. The results showed excellent usability with a mean usability score of 87 (SD 12.5; range 57.5-100) out of 100. Other dimensions of acceptability included usefulness (mean 5.28, SD 2.02 out of 7), satisfaction (mean 5.75, SD 1.68 out of 7), and learnability (mean 6.26, SD 1.5 out of 7). The concept of the HB and availability of reliable nutrition information were perceived as desirable (mean 5.5, SD 1.64 out of 7). Weaknesses were identified in the response accuracy, limited knowledge, and design of the HB.

Conclusions

The HB’s ease of use and usability were evaluated to be positive; response accuracy, topic selection, and design should be optimized in a next step. The perceptions of nutrition professionals and the impact on patient care and the nutrition knowledge of participants need to be examined in further studies.
Green Fabrication and Characterization of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles using Eucalyptus Leaves for Removing Acid Black 210 Dye from an Aqueous Medium
Authors: Najm Zahraa A. , Shakorfow Abdelmalik Milad , Al Mhanna Najah , Hassan Ahmed K. , Atyia Mohammed A.
Published: September 2023

This study uses an environmentally friendly and low-cost synthesis method to manufacture zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) by using zinc sulfate. Eucalyptus leaf extract is an effective chelating and capping agent for synthesizing ZnO NPs. The structure, morphology, thermal behavior, chemical composition, and optical properties of ZnO nanoparticles were studied utilizing FT-IR, FE-SEM, EDAX, AFM, and Zeta potential analysis. The FE-SEM pictures confirmed that the ZnO NPs with a size range of (22-37) nm were crystalline and spherical. Two methods were used to prepare ZnO NPs. The first method involved calcining the resulting ZnO NPs, while the second method did not. The prepared ZnO NPs were used as adsorbents for removing acid black 210 dye (AB210) from simulated wastewater. The removal efficiency using calcinated and uncalcinated ZnO NPs was 57 % and 59 %, respectively.
A Study on the Effect of Multistage Toolpath in Fabricating a Customized Cranial Implant in Incremental Sheet Metal Forming
Authors: Fahad Mohamed I. , Shammari Ahmed Z. M. , Nasir Ramdziah binti Md
Published: September 2023

Incremental sheet forming (ISF) process offers a high degree of flexibility in the manufacturing of different sheet parts, which makes it an ideal candidate for prototype parts as well as efficient at fabricating various customized products at low production costs compared to traditionally used processes. However, parts produced in this process exhibit notable geometrical inaccuracy and considerable thickness reduction. In this paper, the single point incremental sheet forming variant of the process has been implemented to manufacture a highly customized cranial implant starting from the computed tomography (CT) scan data of the patient's anatomy. A methodology, from the modeling to the realization of the implant, is presented and discussed. The primary aim of the research was to analyze and study the effect of the multistage toolpath strategy compared to the traditional single-stage toolpath in terms of geometrical accuracy and thickness distribution. The final results show that the part formed in the multistage toolpath strategy exhibited a more uniform thickness distribution compared to the single-stage approach. Regarding the geometrical accuracy, the deviation analysis between the nominal and actual data has revealed that the multistage forming has significantly enhanced the final geometrical accuracy of the formed part.
Concentrations of Pesticides Residues in Grain Sold at Selected Markets of Southwest Nigeria
Authors: Oshatunberu Modupe Abeke , Oladimeji Adebayo , Henry Sawyerr Olawale , Olaniyan Opasola Afolabi , Raimi Morufu Olalekan
Published: September 2023

The objective of this work is to determine the concentration of the identified pesticide in grains commonly used by farmers, and which are available directly from the open markets in the Nigerian market. The research was carried out at Kwara State University (Kwara State) and Afe Babalola University (Ekiti State) research laboratory. A total of twenty-four (24) samples were collected in the frame of this preliminary study within the month of August and September 2021. Pesticide residues were quantified through a multiresidue method using a varian 3800/4000 Gas Chromatograph Mass Spectrometer (GC/MS). The simultaneous measurement of four classes of pesticides by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC/MS) approach using sample preparation on QuEChERS-citrate, was developed and validated. The results frequently showed high specific contamination, which makes sense given the target market and dietary diversity in the area. This study found that grains purchased from particular markets in southwest Nigeria contained numerous pesticide residues. The MRLs set by the EU or FAO/WHO or both were surpassed by 17 out of the total 27 pesticides reported in this work in at least one grain, despite the fact that there was no published codex MRLs for some pesticide residues in some grains. These residues were classified among the four pesticides classes: carbamates, organophosphates, organochlorines, and pyrethroids. In actuality, 90% of the mainly banned organochlorine pesticides exceeded MRLs. Thus, this study revealed higher concentration levels of organo-chloride pesticides and organo-phosphate pesticides in grain samples drawn from selected markets in southwest Nigeria. Consumers seeking high-quality food in Nigeria should take note of these facts. Notwithstanding, the small number of samples with detectable residues suggests that there is a necessity to increase monitoring of pesticides in grains, educating farmers, and raising their awareness of the dangers associated with the unauthorized use of pesticides that are only allowed in agriculture and can damage the reputation of the sector as a whole. In order to check and restrict its unauthorized importation, sale, and use, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and restrict (NAFDAC), nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), and other pertinent entities must boost surveillance.
Relationship between Success Attributions and Academic Achievement of Secondary School Students in Anambra State, Nigeria
Authors: Obianuju Juliana Mokwe , Adeline Nne Anyanwu , Kingsley Ekene Emesi
Published: September 2023

The study focused on the relationship between success attributions and academic achievement of secondary school students in Anambra State. Six research questions and six null hypotheses guided the study. Using a multi-stage sampling technique, the study adopted a correlation design with a sample size of 600 senior secondary two students drawn from the population of 11,417 co-educational students. The instrument for data collection was the Students’ Attribution Style Questionnaire. Students’ Achievement Scores were used to obtain students’ academic achievement. The reliability of the instrument was established using the Cronbach Alpha method, which yielded a reliability of .84. The Pearson Product Moment correlation was used to answer the research questions, while the t-test of the significance of the correlation was used to test the null hypotheses at a .05 level of significance. Findings from the study revealed a medium positive correlation between attributions and academic achievement scores of students with internal success attributions. Also, the finding revealed a significant relationship between attributions and academic achievement scores of students with internal success attributions. Based on these findings, it was recommended that teachers always emphasize the effort to adopt the success attribution approach in the learning process as the basis for students’ success in their academic activities and also improve the learning environment to minimize environmental constraints.
HPTLC METHOD FOR SIMULTANEOUS ESTIMATION OF LAMIVUDINE, TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE, AND DORAVIRINE
Authors: DAMLE MRINALINI C. , KHAIRNAR RITESH
Published: September 2023

Objective: The objective of this study was to develop and validate an HPTLC method for the simultaneous estimation of Lamivudine, Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate, and doravirine. The method is aimed to provide reliable and efficient quantification of these drugs.
Methods: The chromatographic separation of drugs was performed on aluminum plates coated with silica gel 60 F254. Samples were spotted on the plate as a 6 mm wide band using a linomat applicator and a 100 µl syringe. The mobile phase used was a mixture of ethyl acetate, methanol, and chloroform (07:02:01 % v/v/v). Densitometric scanning at 226 nm was conducted using a Deuterium lamp as the radiation source, and the data were analyzed using win CATS software. The method was validated following the ICH Guideline ICH Q2 (R1).
Results: The optimized method lead to the resolution of drugs with the Rf values of doravirine (0.75±0.02), Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (0.57±0.02), and lamivudine (0.37±0.02). Doravirine exhibited a linear range of 500-1500 ng/band with a favorable linear equation and regression coefficient of 0.999. Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate and lamivudine showed a linear range of 1500-4500 ng/band, and both compounds displayed a linear relationship with a regression coefficient of 0.997. The method's accuracy was assessed through recovery studies, and the LOD and LOQ were determined for each drug.
Conclusion: The optimized HPTLC method was validated in this study, following the ICH Q2 (R1) guidelines, it demonstrates its efficacy for the quantitative analysis of Doravirine, Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate, and lamivudine. The method offers reliable quantification of these compounds in a combined dosage form and can be used for routine analysis in pharmaceuticals.
Using of Integrons as Biomarker to Assess Dissemination and Diversity of Antimicrobial Resistance Genes in Farm Animal Manure
Authors: Al-Ubaidy Yathrib , Alsultan Amjed
Published: September 2023

Antimicrobial agents are widely used for treatment of animal and human diseases. Heavy use of antimicrobial agents permits bacteria to develop resistance to these agents specifically when a dose of antibiotic is insufficient or course of treatment is incomplete. Antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) are usually associated with mobile genetic elements (MGEs) including Integron therefore; these genes can transmit among bacteria via horizontal transmission. The current study was conducted to assess the possible role of manure in dissemination of antimicrobial resistance. The presence, quantitate, and diversity of resistance genes associated with Integron class 1 have been assessed using conventional and quantitative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) combined with sequencing of gene cassette within Integron and analysis of sequenced data by blast tool. Thirty-eight samples were found a positive for Integron and concentration of Integron in positive sample ranged from from 106-1010 copies/g of manure. High frequencies were detected to genes that encoded to sulphonamide and ammonium compound resistance. These genes were detected in 25% and 23% respectively of the total manure samples. In general, the detected genes in manure functionally belong to five protein families including Efflux pump, DNA repair, heavy metal resistance, membrane protein, and antibiotic resistance. Manure might act as a hotspot from which ARGs emerge and transfer to the environment and then to the animal and human environments.
Prevalence of Hepatitis C Viral Infection among Diabetes Mellitus Patients in Qassim Region, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Aldubaie Muneerah Hamad , Suryavamshi Prarthana M. , Irfan Uma M. , Al-Hamed Hamad A. , Almogbel Turki Abdullah , Almatroudi Ahmad , Alrumaihi Faris , Allemailem Khaled
Published: September 2023

The worldwide prevalence of Diabetes Mellitus (DM) associated with Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) infection are reported with higher rates of morbidity and mortality. The frequency of HCV is approximately 3-4 million cases each year and in parallel the incidence of DM is increasing alarmingly. World Health Organization (WHO) has specified that DM will be the 7th leading cause of mortality by 2030. The increasing association between HCV and DM has been indicated by some significant reports recently. HCV infection leads to hepatic steatosis and rapid insulin resistance, which in turn upsurges the risk factors for hepatic fibrosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. This study is designed to examine the association between HCV and DM, and different risk factors associated with HCV infection in Qassim region, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). A total of 634 blood samples were obtained from diabetic and non-diabetic patients. These blood samples were first screened for HCV infection by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and positive samples were again confirmed by TaqMan HCV quantitative test and the viral load in different samples was estimated. The HCV prevalence was identified as 2.5% in diabetic patients with a positive association between HCV and DM (RR= 1.24, OR= 1.77) which is not significant statistically. However, the HCV prevalence among diabetic females was significantly different from males (p<0.05). The behavioural factors had no significant impact to acquire HCV infection. This study indicated a positive association between HCV and DM. Gender was an association factor in the HCV and DM status. Further studies with larger sample size is significant to properly assess the temporal relationship between HCV and DM.
A Survey Paper on Data-Driven CRM: Unearthing Opportunities with the Power of Data Mining
Authors: Suryawanshi Jayesh , Chavan Soumitra , Gulhane Vedant , Tayde Manthan , Giri Nitish
Published: September 2023

Abstract: In the contemporary landscape of marketing, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) has emerged as a pivotal strategy for businesses to ensure sustainable growth by leveraging customer knowledge. Central to this approach is the utilization of Data Mining (DM) techniques, which enable the extraction of intricate insights from extensive customer databases. This research paper delves into the fundamental role of Data Mining within the realm of CRM and elucidates its significance in shaping effective marketing strategies. Through this analysis, the paper underscores the indispensable synergy between CRM and Data Mining as a potent avenue for businesses to enhance customer engagement, tailor marketing approaches, and ultimately foster sustainable business growth.
Pelatihan Hukum Pencegahan Tindak Pidana Pencabulan Pada Komunitas Literasi Insan Cita di Kota Tangerang
Authors: Kadir Abdul
Published: September 2023

Maraknya kasus kekerasan seksual khususnya pencabulan di berbagai kota terutama di Kota Tangerang membuat resah masyarakat, maka perlu dilakukannya advokasi terhadap relawan dan masyarakat. Kegiatan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat dalam bentuk pelatihan hukum terhadap Komunitas Literasi Insan Cita Kota Tangerang dalam pencegahan tindak pidana pencabulan sebagaiman ketentuan pasal 289 Kitab Undang-Undang Hukum Pidana, dengan tujuan agar peserta dapat memberikan pendampingan hukum bagi korban setalah kegiatan dilaksanakan. Metode yang dilakukan dalam bentuk sosialisasi dan penyuluhan hukum, dengan peserta calon relawan pada sekolah advokasi hukum Komunitas Literasi Insan CitaKota Tangerang. Penyuluhan Hukum adalah salah satu kegiatan penyebarluasan informasi dan pemahaman terhadap norma hukum dan peraturan perundang-undangan yang berlaku guna mewujudkan dan mengembangkan kesadaran hukum masyarakat sehingga Pidana terhadap pelaku pencabulan dapat diancam penjara paling lama sembilan tahun sebagaimana yang ditentukan dalam Pasal 289 Kitab Undang-Undang Hukum Pidana. Upaya penenanggulangan melalui Pre-Emtif, Preventif dan Represif menjadi solusi agar pencabulan tidak marak terjadi khususnya di Kota Tangerang.
 
Legal Training on Prevention of Criminal Acts of Obscenity in the Literacy Community of Insan Cita, Tangerang City
The rise of cases of sexual violence, especially obscenity in various cities, especially in Tangerang City, has made the community restless, so it is necessary to carry out advocacy for volunteers and the community. Community Service Activities in the form of legal training for the Insan Cita Literacy Community in Tangerang City in preventing criminal acts of obscenity as stipulated in Article 289 of the Criminal Code, with the aim that participants can provide legal assistance to victims after the activity is carried out. The method used was in the form of socialization and legal counseling, with participants as volunteer candidates at the Insan Cita Literacy Community legal advocacy school, Tangerang City. Legal counseling is one of the activities of disseminating information and understanding of legal norms and applicable laws and regulations in order to create and develop public legal awareness so that crimes against perpetrators of obscenity can be punished with a maximum imprisonment of nine years as stipulated in Article 289 of the Indonesian Criminal Code. Criminal. Countermeasures through Pre-Emtive, Preventive and Repressive are the solutions so that sexual abuse is not rampant, especially in the City of Tangerang.
Sufi journey in Richlatu Ibn Fathumati by Najib Machfouzh (Carl Thompson's Travel Literature Analysis)
Authors: Imam Wicaksono  , Sangidu  , Fadlil Munawwar Manshur  , Sherif Sa'ad al-Gayyar
Published: September 2023

This study aimed to understand the story of the journey of Sufi adherents while on a spiritual journey exploring several countries in the novel Richlatu-Ibnu Fathumati by Najib Machfouzh. This research used Carl Thompson's (2011) travel writing theory approach, which has three basic principles: reporting the world, revealing the self, and representing the other. The results of the study show that the Qandil journey is presented in three forms: (1) reporting the world in the form of stories about the conditions of the surrounding environment in the form of buildings, communities, and the natural surroundings; (2) revealing the self in the form of Qandil's feelings, emotions, and reactions during the trip. (3) representing the other: the reality of life at the place where Qandil stopped during the trip, which turned out to be a different culture from the cultural reality he had encountered in his home country. This research becomes important when the background of the traveller turns out to influence three narrative forms: reporting the world, revealing the self, and representing the other.
Financial Ratio and Initial Return on Companies in Indonesia
Authors: Hayati Murdiyah , Nadila
Published: September 2023

The development of various types of businesses in Indonesia began to emerge in the era of globalization, causing business competition to be increasingly fierce. This study aims to analyze the effect of the oversubscriptio ratio, underwriter reputation, firm size, and leverage on initial return. The independent variables of this study are oversubscriptio, underwriter reputation, firm size, and leverage while the dependent variable is initial return. The sample in this study is a publicly listed company that has an initial public offering (IPO) listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2015-2021 with a total of 133 companies as samples. The research method uses multiple linear regression. The results of the study found that the oversubscriptio ratio, underwriter reputation, and firm size had a significant effect on initial return, while leverage had no effect on initial return. Investors do not only pay attention to the financial aspects of the company, but also pay attention to non-financial aspects.
The Influence Of Price Limit And Stock Return On Investment Contingency In Ipo Corporate For The 2020 Period On Indonesia Stock Exchange
Authors: Dewantoro Hartanto , Juhandi Nendi , Nurhayadi Yadi
Published: September 2023

The objective of this study is to investigate the influence of Price Limit and Stock Return toward Trading Volume, Stock Return Volatility upon Corporate Initial Public Offerings for the 2020 period. In this investigation, the variables reviewed include Price Limit (X1) and Stock Return (X2) on Trading Volume (Y1), Stock Return Volatility (Y2). The research instruments were obtained through a loaded sampling of the corporate population carrying out initial public offerings in 2020. Multiple linear regression analysis was utilised as a data analysis technique and this investigation was performed by operating Eviews 10 software. The findings of this study indicate that Price Limit is positively associated with Trading Volume when the pre-change sessions. In stark contrast, in post-change sessions, the Price Limit is negatively correlated to Trading Volume. Both before and after the transformation of trading time, Stock Return significantly affects Trading Volume. Similarly, Price Limit and Stock Return simultaneously and significantly influence Trading Volume. Furthermore, Stock Return Volatility is affected by the Price Limit. Stock Return has a significant effect on Stock Return Volatility. Price Limit and Stock Return significantly influence the Stock Return Volatility.
TREATIES AS A SOURCE OF NATIONAL LAW IN THE PERSPECTIVE OF CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
Authors: Yusdiansyah Efik , Dramanda Wicaksana
Published: September 2023

The 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia does not regulate the relations and interactions between treaties and national law. The absence of constitutional norms regarding this matter raises the question of how treaties become a source of national law. This study puts forward the perspective of constitutional law to answer how national law perceives treaties in the dimensions of national law. It argues that the constitutional law paradigm views treaties as a product of the legislative and executive interaction within the framework of the theory of separation of powers. Based on this view, the formation of law is the original power of the legislature, which impacts the obligation to provide legislative consent before treaties can be applied to domestic jurisdictions, as well as placing treaties under the 1945 Constitution. Thus, Indonesia can remain selective in enforcing treaties at the domestic level. The 1945 Constitution paradigm indeed influenced Indonesia's closeness to the teachings of dualism. However, this paper also describes that in using treaties, the Constitutional Court often uses treaties that have yet to be ratified as a basis for strengthening arguments in decisions. This practice shows a shift in the paradigm of dualism to a pragmatic monism paradigm.
A Jet Medusa Pendant from Aquincum/Budapest
Authors: R. Facsády Annamária
Published: September 2023

A rare jet cameo-pendant with the representation of a Medusa-head came to light south of the canabae of Aquincum during the excavation of a section of the Roman cemetery. Among the jewellery carved from jet, pendants depicting the head of Medusa form a separate group. We know only 21 pieces without this jewel; all of them are distinctive, unique carvings. The pendant from Aquincum belongs to the group of ‘beautiful-pathetic’ Medusa-heads. It could have been made in the 3rd century, based on analogy and on the other grave-goods. There is a possibility that this type of jewellery was made for burials as an apotropaic object.
Oedipus Riddles
Authors: Preložnik Andrej , Nestorović Aleksandra
Published: September 2023

The paper discusses an interesting group of glass intaglios with the motif of Oedipus and the Sphinx. They are known from sites between the Adriatic, the Danube and the Black Sea, and occur in various colors and cuts, which suggests production in different molds or even workshops. Probably modeled on an intaglio made in an Italian officina gemmaria, the glass replicas may have been produced at Aquileia. The style points to the Late Republican or Augustan era, whereas the material of the glass copies and the funerary context from Aquincum show they were in use and probably produced till the 4 th century. The paper also discusses the possible meanings of the motif, from a simple illustration of the famous heroic adventure to a metaphoric depiction representing the mystic message of the key to a blessed afterlife.
Überlegungen zum vermeintlichen Aufenthalt von Galla Placidia im Diokletianpalast in Split
Authors: Sanader Mirjana
Published: September 2023

This paper has two objectives. Firstly, based on Philostorgius' (HE XII,13) claims that the army of Theodosius II crossed Pannonia and Illyricum during the campaign in 424. against the usurper John. This unusually long route to Dalmatia will be examined and considered. In the scientific literature, information can sometimes be found that Galla Placidia had sojourned in the palace of the former Roman Emperor Diocletian in Split during the winter of 424/425. These data lead to the second goal of this paper, namely, to examine possible evidence for such an assertion.
Eine magische Gemme mit Inschriften im Akademischen Kunstmuseum der Universität Bonn
Authors: Zwierlein-Diehl Erika
Published: September 2023

The magical gem published here belongs to the Akademisches Kunstmuseum der Universität Bonn (Abb. 1–2.; measurements: 33 x 24 x 6 mm). It stems from the collection of Klaus Müller, who acquired it in the 1960th or 1970th. Obverse and reverse of the gem are filled with inscriptions, most of them consisting of unknown voces magicae, and possibly some meaningless letters to fill the space. On the obverse a prominent inscription invokes Eloe, that is Elohim, the Jewish God, who entered the magic pantheon like Greek and Egyptian ones and under the name of Iaō, even got an image in the figure of the cock-headed, snake-legged warrior. Eloe here means the great magic Sun god, as becomes apparent by Semese(ilam) in col. d 6. The reverse names Thoth, the Moon god. Thus the gem was an amulet for day and night, that is for ever. The bevel of the gem is left plain, so it could have been personalizied by an inscription, which was not the case; thus in its present form the gem was an amulet for every owner.
A Possible Interpretation
Authors: Gradvohl Edina
Published: September 2023

This paper attempts to interpret a gem of uncertain date and questionable origin, with Greek inscriptions and letters, and which is in the National Library of France (BNF inv.58.2220). Based on previous interpretations and the surviving impression and description of a pendant which is very similar to it in material and subject, it can be shown that the gem is original, and Christian, based on the depictions on it and the clearly legible word "ΧΡΙCΤΟC".
Gemstones from Roman Britain: Recorded in the Portable Antiquities Scheme
Authors: Henig Martin
Published: September 2023

Roman gems have continued to be discovered in Roman Britain and published in archaeological reports and notes since the author completed his Corpus of Gems from British Sites in 1978. A new source of glyptic material can be found in the on-line publication of Portable Antiquities (Portable Antiquities Scheme) which includes intaglios, most of them found without stratigraphical context, by users of metal detectors, though many are set in rings, which provide significant aids in dating. Others were clearly re-used as they are set in seal matrices or medieval rings and were frequently freshly imported at that period from southern Europe. In the High Middle Ages, as in Roman times, intaglios reflect the interests, and patterns of thought of those who wore and valued these beautiful objects.
Several Notes on Engraved Gems from Southern Pannonia
Authors: Kaić Iva
Published: September 2023

Engraved gems from Eastern Pannonia are well known thanks to the scholarly work of professor Tamás Gesztelyi on the gems from Brigetio, Acquincum, Intercissa and Gorsium. Carnuntum in Western Pannonia yielded more than 1300 engraved gems, thus outnumbering all other findspots in the Province. In order to further complement the topography of gem findspots in Pannonia, this paper provides a brief conspectus of the engraved gems from Siscia in Southern Pannonia.
Roman Dams in Asia Minor
Authors: Lafli Ergün , Buora Maurizio
Published: September 2023

In this brief paper we will focus on six dams of the Roman period in Asia Minor, respectively Böğet, Örükaya, Seleucia Pieria, Ancyra, Aezani and Sardis, which are presented here in some outlines. The aim of this article is to introduce these ancient engineering monuments all together.
Kentauren in Noricum
Authors: Lamm Susanne , Pochmarski Erwin
Published: September 2023

The head of a centaur found in Virunum, which is a replica of the late-Hellenistic type of the Capitoline “older centaur”, deserves special mention as a depiction of a centaur from Noricum. The extremely high-quality and dynamic centaur frieze from St. Johann near Herberstein (Hartberg – Fürstenfeld district), which originates from a aedicula-tomb, can certainly be regarded as depicting centaurs, as does a relief fragment from Hartberg, which, however, does not come from the same tomb-building. On several reliefs, a sea centaur appears as an idiosyncratic hybrid between triton and centaur, carrying a nereid on its back. These include above all two reliefs from Schloss Seggau near Leibnitz. A single relief comes from Lauriacum in northern Noricum and shows a triton or sea centaur again with a nereid.
Il cavallo vittorioso nelle gemme del Museo Archeologico di Venezia
Authors: Nardelli Bruna
Published: September 2023

In this paper a small group of engraved gems, kept in the glyptic collection of the Archaeological Museum of Venice, is taken into consideration. It is important to underscore their cultural value and our hope is that researches centring on this precious collection might contribute towards the overall progress on glyptic studies. A few intaglios presented here depict victorious horses. In usual iconography horses drawn in profile with a palm branch placed in various positions is the element that permits classification of the gems, into several groups. In the gems under discussion here there are also some intaglios that belong to the group with the image of racing scenes, a very frequent themes in the roman glyptic. Two red jaspers, depicting the chariot race, are very good examples of the elegant simplification of the well-known iconography, the chariot race set in the Circus Maximus: the drawing presents simple and clear shapes with no internal details but with an accuracy displaying the famous cliché of one circus race. The schematic work and the stylistic and technical characteristics of two gems demonstrate the standardisation of the motif and indicate a serial glyptic production during the second century A.D.
A Protecting Curse
Authors: Németh György
Published: September 2023

The maskelli maskello spell was mostly used to increase the effectiveness of curses on curse tablets and in recipes of magic papyri. Curiously, the incantation appears in the texts of three amulets, one of them on a magic gem preserved in Leiden.
An Ayurvedic Conceptual Study on Pratishyaya (Rhinitis) with Special Emphasis on Pediatric Population-A Review
Authors: Monika Dr. , B. Rathi Dr. Renu , Bharat Rathi Dr. , Balakrishnana Dr. Deepthi
Published: September 2023

Pratishyaya is one among Nasagata Roga (Disorders of the nasal cavity). Symptoms of Pratishyaya resemble those of Rhinitis. Childrenare more likely to develop Pratishyaya, which disturbs their daily activities and may hamper their growth and development. There is no use ofantibiotics in acute rhinitis. There is limited data regarding the safety of Pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine in rhinitis. There is a need to findthe best Ayurvedic interventions to prevent and cure Pratishyaya (Rhinitis). Previous review articles were alike and included the conceptual studyof Pratishyaya. Articles should have included proper classification, indications, and contraindications of Shodhana (Biocleansing therapy) andShamana (Palliative procedure). No review article focused on Pratishyaya and its management in the pediatric population. There is a need toclassify Shodhana karma and Samshamana therapy in Pratishyaya along with their indications and contraindications and to review the Pratishyaya inpediatric population. Disturbance of digestive fire and production of Ama (toxins) causes vitiation of Doshas and obstruction of channels whichproduces symptoms. Shamana treatment should be administered in the acute stage to digest vitiated Doshas and Shodhana therapies like Nasyaare to be given in the chronic or recurrent stage of Rhinitis. Improper milk intake and sleep intake can lead to Pratishyaya in breastfeeding babies.Dhoopana (herbal fumigation of the nasal cavity) is indicated in the acute stage of Rhinitis. Langhana (Fasting or light diet) helps correct Agni andvitiated Doshas. In Dhoompana, fumes are a gaseous medicine that increases its bioavailability. Nasya is effective but is not indicated for childrenbelow 7 years of age. So, local nasal administration of fumes (Dhoopana) can be adopted for its management.
MENOLAK SARKAS: MENGENAL SECARIK DAMPAK POSITIF DARI KEBIJAKAN PENDUDUKAN JEPANG DI INDONESIA SEBAGAI SUMBER BELAJAR SISWA
Authors: Nurrahma Epriwina Gini
Published: September 2023

Tujuan penelitian pada penulisan ini adalah untuk mengetahui dampak positif (sisi positif) dari kebijakan pendudukan Jepang di Indonesia dengan sasaran yaitu peserta didik (siswa) untuk dapat digunakan sebagai sumber belajar siswa. Metode penelitian pada penulisan ini menggunakan metode historis dengan melalui langkah-langkah yaitu, heuristik, kritik, interpretasi, dan tahap akhir yaitu historigrafi. Pada penelitian ini juga menggunakan teknik pengumpulan data yaitu Teknik analisis data berupa teknik analisis data historis. Dimana kegiatan analisis menggunakan kritik, interpretasi, dan menarik kesimpulan serta menafsirkannya dengan menggunakan tahap historiografi. Hasil penelitian yang diperoleh peneliti adalah Sisi positif atau keuntungan yang dapat dipetik atau diperoleh bangsa Indonesia pada masa pendudukan Jepang adalah terdapat pada bidang politik, bidang militer, bidang ekonomi, bidang sosial-budaya serta pendidikan.
Perbandingan Performans Dua Strain Broiler Yang Mengonsumsi Air Kunyit
Authors: Tantalo Syahrio
Published: September 2023

The objective of the research was to know comparation of two strains of  broiler performance which were consumed with kunyit water.  Level of water kunyit as treatment was 10 g/600 ml.  Two strains of broiler were CP 707 unsexed and Lohmann unsexed. Every broiler strain consist of 100 Day Old Chicken (DOC).    Experiment  was  designed  with  two  treatments  of  strain  broiler  and  each  treatment  had  15 replications. Each replication was 6 or 7 DOC. Comparison of data was analyzed by using  t student on 5%  signification    (Steel  dan  Torrie,  1993).  Parameters  measured  were  water  consumption,  feed  intake, body weight gain, feed conversion, and income over feed cost. Results showed the highest effect of kunyit water  significant  (P<0,05)  of  broiler  performance  of  strain  CP  707  on  water  consumption,  feed  intake, and body weight gain, but no significant effect on feed conversion, and income over feed cost. Broiler of strain  CP 707 was the responsive to treated water kunyit of consumption which shown on its effect on performance.