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THE PERCEPTIONS OF SUGAR PALM FARMERS IN RELATION TO THE INSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF SUGAR PALM AGRO-INDUSTRY
Authors: Pulungan Sutan , Syahni Rahmat , Nofialdi Nofialdi , Nazir Novizar
Published: May 2023

This research was conducted in Tapsel Regency, North Sumatra for 8 months starting in April 2018, in 24 villages located in 4 sub-districts out of 14 sub-districts, determined by the Multistage Sampling Technique. Determination of respondents by purposive sampling technique. The respondents observed were 112 sugar palm farmers. Determination of respondents by purposive sampling technique. Research objectives: To describe the conditions and perceptions of sugar palm farmers in relation to the development of sugar palm agro-industry institutions. Data analysis techniques: Descriptive Analysis. Arranged variables; variable Y; Agroindustry Institutions, and variable X consists of 1. Human Resources, 2. Interaction, 3. Motivation, 4. Farmer Participation, and 5. Socio-Economic. Measured through 14 parameters spread over 49 lists of structured questions on the questionnaire. Farmers' responses to the questionnaire were assessed using a Likert Scale to identify and interpret the conditions and perceptions of sugar palm farmers. The results of the research produce recommendations: 1. Instilling confidence in sugar palm farmers, is important 2. Socialization is needed to sugar palm farmers, for example about; standard price of palm sugar, the technology used and the performance of the agro-industry. 3. The issue of agro-industry institutional leaders must go through a separate study.
Women's Access to Education and Its Impact on Their Empowerment: A Comprehensive Review
Authors: Irshad Ahmad Reshi  , Dr T. Sudha  , Shabir Ahmad Dar
Published: May 2023

Abstract:

Education has been identified as a crucial factor in women's empowerment, enabling them to participate fully in social, economic, and political spheres. However, women still face significant barriers to accessing education, particularly in developing countries. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the literature on women's access to education and its impact on their empowerment. It examines the various factors that affect women's access to education, including cultural norms, poverty, discrimination, and lack of resources. The paper also highlights the positive impacts of education on women's empowerment, such as improved health outcomes, increased economic opportunities, and greater political participation. Finally, the paper discusses the challenges that remain in ensuring women's access to education and the policies and programs that can help overcome these challenges.
JURIDIC REVIEW ON CRIME OF MEDICAL MALPRACTICE
Authors: Ahmad Akhiruddin
Published: May 2023

Research objectives are certain things to be achieved in a study. The research objectives will provide direction in the implementation of the research. The objectives of this research are 1). To find out the regulation regarding medical malpractice in the Indonesian legal system. 2). To obtain answers to problems regarding the juridical provisions on the occurrence of medical malpractice in accordance with the Indonesian legal system. The results of this study are the implementation of granting remissions for prisoners of criminal acts of corruption in Correctional Institutions has been carried out properly in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, but with the policy of the Minister of Law and Human Rights of the Republic of Indonesia concerning a moratorium on granting rights to prisoners of criminal acts of corruption, which was followed up by the issuance of a letter Circular of the Director General of Corrections, it can be concluded that remissions for convicts of criminal acts of corruption will be eliminated. However, the Penitentiary still proposes general remission (August 17) and special remission (Eid Al-Fitr) in 2012 on the grounds that the inmates have fulfilled the requirements. the requirements are in accordance with the provisions of Government Regulation Number 28 of 2006 concerning Terms and Procedures for the Implementation of the Rights of Correctional Inmates. The moratorium on granting remissions for convicts of criminal acts of corruption is contrary to the correctional system. Remission is a right for every convict and criminal child, remission is a form of government responsibility in fulfilling the rights of prisoners in prison.
THE RELATIONSHIP OF MOTHER'S EDUCATION AND OCCUPATION TO THE EVENTS OF UNDERWEIGHT IN TODDLERS
Authors: Iqbal Muhammad , Musnadi Is Jun , Silvia Putri Enda
Published: May 2023

Based on the 2019 SSGBI report, it was stated that the prevalence of underweight in toddlers, especially in Aceh province was 21.9%, West Aceh district was 24.5%. The high prevalence of underweight in Aceh Barat is certainly a public health problem that must be addressed so as not to adversely affect the quality of the nation's generation. Objective: to determine the relationship between education and mother's occupation on the incidence of underweight in toddlers in Kaway XVI sub-district. Methods: The design of this study was cross-sectional analytic. The population is mothers and toddlers aged 0-60 months in Kaway XVI sub-district. The number of respondents as many as 114 mothers and toddlers. The sample was selected using a purposive sampling technique. Data were collected using questionnaires and anthropometric measurements (BB/U) according to WHO standards. The data that has been collected were analyzed using univariate and bivariate analysis (chi-square test). Results: The results of the chi-square test showed that there was no significant relationship between mother’s education (p-value: 0.486; PR: 1.46; 95%CI: 0.492-4.433) and mother's occupation (p-value: 0.388; PR: 1.47; 95%CI : 0.561-4.396) to the incidence of underweight in toddlers.
FACTOR ANALYSIS OF EYE FAILURE COMPLAINTS ON COMPUTER USING WORKERS IN THE K3L ROOM PT PLN (PERSERO) UPK NAGAN RAYA
Authors: Amalia Amalia , Maisyaroh Fitri Siregar Siti
Published: May 2023

Eye fatigue is an eye discomfort caused by excessive use of the sense of sight when working for long periods of time accompanied by uncomfortable viewing conditions caused by poor lighting. The purpose of this study was to determine and analyze the factors associated with eye fatigue in computer users. In this study the authors conducted research using descriptive qualitative methods, namely by conducting interviews and observations. The data used are primary data obtained from interviews and observations of 5 workers in the K3L room of PT PLN (Persero) UPK Nagan Raya and secondary data obtained by collecting all data related to the study. The results show that among the variables of age, duration of computer use, monitor distance, eye rest and lighting, there are two factors that can be said to be the cause of eye fatigue, namely the monitor distance and lighting variables. The conclusion is that there is a relationship between monitor distance and lighting with eye fatigue, but there is no relationship between age, duration of computer use and eye rest in computer users. It is recommended for companies to provide training to workers on preventing eye fatigue.
THE EFFECT OF HEALTHCARE WORKER ON THE PATIENT’S SAFETY MEDIATED BY BURNOUT AT KARTINI MOTHER'S AND CHILD HOSPITAL IN PADALARANG
Authors: Ngangi Dalton , Budi Haryono PM. , Devita Gunardi Wani
Published: May 2023

This research has the intention to look for the mediated effect of burnout on healthcare workers against patient's safety. Respondents of this study were the healthcare workers of the Hospital of Mother and Child Kartini Padalarang. The testing of the hypothesis was conducted by using quantative research method with the total sample of 100 healthcare workers. Datas were collected through electronic questionnaires that were given digitally to the respondents. The analysis technique that was used was the Partial Least Square - Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) from the SmartPLS program. Based on the analyzed data, it was found that there was a significant effect of workload and healthcare workers against the patient's safety and that healthcare workers had an important role in mediating it. Based on this research's result, it was found that the workload has a significant negative effect on the patient's safety, burnout on healthcare providers has no effect on patient's safety and the healthcare workers have a positive effect on the patient's safety. The Hospital of Mother and Child Kartini Padalarang needs to consider improving th wellbeing and professionality of the healthcare workers in order to keep the job satisfaction well maintained. The Hospital of Mother and Child Kartini Padalarang also needs to hold a good working relationship with the healthcare workers and the patients, so that the patient's satisfaction and safety are well maintained.
A DETAILED LEGACY OF BUDDHISM IN JAMMU AND KASHMIR
Authors: Yousuf Rather Aqib
Published: May 2023

Both the Nilamata Purana and Kalhana's Rajatarangini show the significance of Buddhism in classical Kashmiri culture. According to Buddhist history, Buddhism was introduced to Kashmir by a Varanasi monk named Majjhantika, a student of Ananda. During his administration of Srinagar in the 13th and 14th centuries, Mauryan ruler Ashoka introduced Buddhism to Kashmir. The Kushans, who ruled across Pakistan and Afghanistan in the first century, are supposed to have dominated this region. So far, there hasn't been much of a distinction in the history of Buddhism in Kashmir and the rest of the country. Before the arrival of the Aryans, the valley was inhabited by Naga, Pishacha, and Yakshas. Nagas, for example, are revered for their historical and cultural value. Both the proponent of Sankhya Darshana, Kapil, and the author of Patanjali are thought to be local Nagans. Two of the most famous Buddhist philosophers and intellectuals, Nagarjun and Naga Budhi, are also supposed to be Nagas. Following the entrance of the Aryans, these Kashmiri aborigines appear to have converted to the Vedic faith and eventually to Buddhism. The teachings of Buddhism have tremendously improved India's mentality, culture, religion, and civilization. The aim of the study is to explain the foundation and culture of Buddhism in Jammu and Kashmir.
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF USING THE DORATOON ANIMATION MAKER LEARNING MEDIA IN SEMANTIC COURSES IN INDONESIAN LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE EDUCATION STUDENTS FBS UNIMED
Authors: Umar Azhar , Hanum Inayah , Hutagalung Trisnawati
Published: May 2023

This study discusses the effectiveness of learning Semantics courses using learning media based on Doratoon Animation Maker for students in the Indonesian Language and Literature Education Study Program. The purpose of this study was to see the effectiveness of Doratoon Animation Maker's teaching materials in the utilization of the learning process in Semantics courses. This population is all fourth semester students of the 2022/2023 academic year of the Indonesian Language and Literature Education Study Program. The sample of this research is the fourth semester students of regular class A in the 2022/2023 academic year of the Indonesian language and literature study program. The research instruments used were observation, questionnaires, and special tests. This research uses the Research and Development method. The results of this study, namely before using Doratoon Animation Maker learning media in Semantic learning get an average score of 67, 3 and after using Doratoon Animation Maker based learning media get an average of 85, 5.
STUDY OF LOCAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT BEHAVIOR IN TEMPE-BASED BUSINESS ACTORS
Authors: Fitria Lastri , Zulmahendi Zulmahendi , Era Farida Cut , Darmawati Serli , Afraini Malinda , Magfirah Siti , Wati Marlina
Published: May 2023

MSME is a business that is capable and also plays an important role in driving the economy in Indonesia. The number of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Indonesia in 2019 which has been recorded by the Ministry of Cooperatives and MSEs reached 65.47 million business units. From this amount, there was an increase of 1.98% when compared to the previous years, which was 64.19 million business units. Purpose: the purpose of this study was to describe how the business behavior of tempe towards the development of tempe-based SMEs in Purwodadi Village, Kuala Pesisir District, Nagan Raya Regency. Methods: The research method used in this study is an observational method with a One Group Pretest – Posttest Design approach. Result: The percentage of business actor A before intervention was 33.3% less good as much as 66.7%, business actor B as much as 38.9%, less good as much as 61.1%. Discussion: After the intervention, the percentage of business actors A and B changed to 94.4% in the good category for business actor A and 5.6% in bad category. In business actor B the percentage is 88.9 % and less good is 11.1%.
ANALYSIS LEGAL PROTECTION OF INSTRUMENTARY WITNESSES IN THE MAKING OF NOTARY ACTS (STUDY OF INDONESIAN NOTARY ASSOCIATION OF REGIONAL MANAGEMENT OF MEDAN CITY)
Authors: Sembiring Rosnidar , Chairi Zulfi , Novrinda Rambe Ivana
Published: May 2023

The main purpose of this study is to analyze and examine the position and aspects of legal protection for instrumental witnesses in making a notarial deed. In giving his testimony at trial on a deed made by a Notary, the witness has an obligation to provide information with actual facts, if a witness submits false information, he can be punished according to the Criminal Procedure Code. The role of the instrumental witness is currently not getting enough attention from law enforcement even though an instrumental witness plays a major role in revealing a problem that arises as a result of legal actions from a Notary act. The Regional Board of the Indonesian Notary Association of North Sumatera often hears about several problems regarding instrumental witnesses in the practice of notary positions. The method used in this research is normative juridical. The nature of the research used in this research is descriptive analysis by describing the problem systematically and comprehensively. The purpose of descriptive analytical research is to describe accurately the nature of an individual, a symptom, a situation or a particular group. The data collection method used in this writing is using library research methods. To further develop this research data, an analysis was carried out directly to the informants using interview guidelines that had been prepared in advance. Interviews were conducted with the Chairperson of the Regional Board of the Indonesian Notary Association of North Sumatera to obtain facts in the practice of Notaries in Medan City regarding instrumental witnesses. The position of the instrumental witness in the Notary act is certainly different from the position of the witness in general, who is a witness who has heard and/or witnessed an event that has occurred. The position of the instrumental witness as one of the formal requirements of a Notary act is stated in Article 38 paragraph (4) letter c of the UUJN, that at the end or closing the deed must contain the full name, place and date of birth, occupation, position, position and residence of each witness. In accordance with Law Number 31 of 2014 concerning Amendments to Law Number 13 of 2006 concerning Protection of Witnesses and Victims, the legal protection provided for instrumental witnesses in making a Notary act in providing information is protected by the Witness and Victim Protection Agency (LPSK).
IMPACT OF ARMED CONFLICT ON THE YOUTH OF KASHMIR
Authors: Peer Amir Ahmad
Published: May 2023

For nearly three decades, Kashmir has "been suffering a chronic socio-political turmoil. Kashmir's social fabric has been torn apart by the ongoing fighting, which has impeded its physical infrastructure as well (creating social, economic and psychological problems). The strife in Kashmir has had devastating impacts, especially on the young people of the region. This report emphasises the extent to which the violence has impacted the lives of young people in Kashmir and their opportunities for gainful employment. As well as the impact that "violation of fundamental rights" has had on young people in Kashmir.
THE INFLUENCE OF NUTRITIONAL STATUS ON COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT PRE-SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN
Authors: Dewi Pangestuti  , Surya Akbar  , Mayang Sari Ayu
Published: May 2023

Early childhood period is in dire need of good nutrition. Poor nutritional statuscan cause delays in children's cognitive development. Nutrition report global (2020), statedthe whole countryexperiencing nutritional problems. Globally, the most children with malnutrition problems are in Sub-Saharan Africa.Indonesia is experiencing a triple burden of disease, namely malnutrition, obesity and stunting. The aim of the study was to analyze the effect of nutritional status on the cognitive development of pre-school aged children. This research approachis a retrospective cohort analytic study with a sampling technique using purposive sampling. This study was conducted using data from 79 children aged 5-6 years from early childhood education school students. Nutritional status is determined using anthropometry by measuring body weight and height based on the child's age. Assessing children's cognitive abilities using instruments from the Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) questionnaire. The results showed that 72.2% of children's nutritional status was normal and 72.2% of children's cognitive development was normal. Data analysis was based on the chi-square test, p-value = 0.011 (p <0.05), with a relative risk value of 2.591. Shows that nutritional status has an effect of 2.591 times on the cognitive development of pre-school age children.
THE IMPORTANCE OF SHARIA ACCOUNTING IN FINANCIAL BUSINESS (SHARIA) INSTITUTIONS
Authors: Syafrida Putri
Published: May 2023

Islam is a religion guided by the Koran. Our life needs enlightenment, don't make the mistake of entering and doing bad deeds that can harm and affect others. Islam is also called a complete package because Islam teaches not only one thing but teaches many important things that are useful in everyday life for the future. Islam as a religion is placed as an alternative as well as its teachings are taught to be used as a guide in the lives of people who adhere to it. Thus, its existence provides direction for the development of human civilization, especially in the field of science and technology.
THE IMPORTANT ROLE OF SHARIA ACCOUNTING IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Authors: Zulfikar
Published: May 2023

Accounting as an information system identifies collecting and communicating economic information about a business entity to various people. Accounting is at the forefront and plays an important role in running our economy and social system. Decisions taken by individuals, governments, other business entities are determined in terms of their use of the resources owned by a nation. One of the most important aspects of an entity is the financial aspect and financial reporting records that have a major impact on the sustainability of the entity. This research is an entirely research library. The purpose of this study is to determine how Islamic accounting is an information system. The analytical method used is the content analysis method. The results of this study indicate that Islamic accounting is an effort to deconstruct modern accounting in a humanist and value-laden form. Islamic accounting information systems highlight Islamic values ​​both in the object of accounting and information systems, Islamic accounting information systems have a great responsibility in moral matters.
ANALYSISS IMPLEMENTATION OF PSAK 105 IN ACCOUNTING PRACTICE MUDHARABAH FINANCING OF INDONESIAN SHARIA BANK (BSI) LHOKSEUMAWE
Authors: Atika Salsabila Widyadhari
Published: May 2023

This study focuses on how to apply mudharabah financing accounting based on PSAK No. 105 contained in Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) Lhokseumawe. The purpose of the results of this study is to find out how to apply accounting for mudharabah financing based on PSAK No. 105. The research method used is a qualitative method approach. The results of this study are that at Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) Lhokseumawe has implemented mudharabah financing accounting based on PSAK No. 105 so that the hope that can be reviewed is that Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) Lhokseumawe can improve HR performance again in terms of service and preparation of reports contained in Bank BSI Lhokseumawe in order to maintain public trust.
Factors Influencing Customer Satisfaction on E-Banking Services: A Study of Libyan Banks
Authors: Almansour Bashar , Elkrghli Sabri
Published: May 2023

This study aimed to investigate the factors influencing customer satisfaction with e- banking services in Libyan banks, with a focus on perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, perceived credibility, and customer attitude. A descriptive research design with a quantitative research approach was used, and data was collected through a questionnaire distributed online to 215 e-banking users. The findings revealed that perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, perceived credibility, and customer attitude have a significant positive impact on customers' satisfaction with e-banking services. Customer attitude was found to be the most important factor, followed by perceived ease of use, perceived credibility, and perceived usefulness. The results of this study can be useful for banks in Libya in improving their e- banking services to enhance customers' satisfaction. Banks should prioritize improving customer attitudes towards e-banking services, followed by enhancing the ease of use and credibility of their platforms. Banks should also consider promoting the perceived usefulness of their e-banking services to further increase customer satisfaction. By taking these actions, banks can attract and retain more customers while staying competitive in the digital age. Additionally, these findings can contribute to the existing literature on e-banking services and customer satisfaction, providing valuable insights for future research.
PRIMARY MALIGNANT SYNCHRONOUS TUMORS OF THE ENDOMETRIUM AND OVARY AMONG POST-MENOPAUSAL WOMEN: A COMPARATIVE CASE SERIES
Authors: Galang Emielyn , Billod Jimmy
Published: May 2023

Dealing with patients with a suspected organ malignancy can be outright challenging, however, this challenge may compound if patients present with two distinct malignancies, such as primary synchronous malignant tumors. This clinical entity remains to be rare as evident in this paper which aims to report and compare the three only identified cases of primary synchronous ovarian and endometrial tumors in a tertiary medical-training institution for the past 5 years.
All cases initially presented with post-menopausal vaginal bleeding, hence, initial consideration centered on a primary malignancy of the endometrium.
Moreover, the detection of synchronous tumors did not impose a challenge given that all patients belong to post-menopausal age group, however, a crucial reflection on these cases point to the challenge when dealing with reproductive women who may not present clinically with any suspicion of synchronous malignancies of the female genital tract.
A case series of Extra-peritoneal spread of perianal abscess: a rare complication of perianal abscess - Experience from a tertiary care centre in India.
Authors: S Gilbert , D Paul , K Titus , Roopavathana Beulah , Chase Suchita
Published: May 2023

Extra-peritoneal spread of perianal abscess is a rare form of anorectal disease responsible for significant morbidity. We present a case series of 10 patients who presented with abdominal pain as a common symptom. 9 of 10 were not diagnosed at presentation to index centre. A proper examination of the perianal region as well as abdomen can help us suspect this condition clinically and can be confirmed with cross sectional imaging. Draining seton with adequate drainage of both perianal and extra-peritoneal component is the key treatment.
Cytotoxic effect of zinc oxide nanoparticle and diode laser combination in colorectal cancer in vitro via induction of cell cycle arrest and apoptosis
Authors: Rahman Chrakhan , Mustafa Twana
Published: May 2023

The fourth deadliest reason for cancer-related deaths worldwide was found to be colorectal cancer (CaCo2). Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs) have been researched for biomedical applications due to their demonstrated anticancer, antidiabetic, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory. by way of the cytotoxic reactive oxygen species (ROS) that are produced when photosensitizers (PSs) are activated by light, which in turn cause cancer cell death, photodynamic treatment (PDT) causes selective cytotoxicity to malignant cells. The cytotoxic effect of different concentrations and wavelengths was studied on CaCo2, and the use of combination therapy to reduce the percentage of cell lines had clear effects on early apoptosis (p-value<0.05). The half-maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) for the cell was evaluated. The proper IC50 for CaCo2 was 20 ug/ml and the target of Diode laser power is 5 5 j/cm 2. In the G2 phase of the cell cycle, a lower percentage of cells relative to the S and G1 phases was significantly different when laser and ZnO2 were combined (p-value<0.05). Real-time Polyclonal chain reaction (PCR); significantly substantial variation in the use of a diode laser and ZnO2 to stop the spread of cancer by boosting the expression of the p53 gene (p-value<0000). Bax a central cell death regulator, was expressed significantly (p-value<0.05). Even so, utilizing the laser and ZnO2 together did not reveal any substantial differences in the Bcl2 gene (p-value>0.05). In conclusion, this study supported that combination therapy was cytotoxic to CaCo2 in vitro and there is a possibility of developing it as an effective therapeutic agent.
A study of assessing knowledge, attitude, and practice of materiovigilance among staff nurses in Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata
Authors: Manna Nirmalya , Mazumdar Sayantan , Panchanan Pratiti , Das Sudipta
Published: May 2023

Background: Medical devices play a vital role in health-care delivery. However, the usage of medical devices is not devoid of potential risks. It is critical to evaluate the risks of medical devices during their use with implementing a strong monitoring system to detect medical device-associated adverse events (MDAEs). Drugs Controller General India launched Materiovigilance Programme of India (MvPI) with the primary aim to monitor MDAEs. Spontaneous reporting of MDAEs by health-care professionals is the fundamental element for successful functioning of medical device surveillance system. Although the program was launched 7 years ago, no such study regarding knowledge, attitude, and practice among Nurses was found in Eastern India.

Aim and Objectives: This aimed to assess knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding MvPI and reporting of MDAEs among staff nurses posted in different departments of Medical College, Kolkata.

Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional, descriptive study among nurses was done. A self-administered, pre-tested, structured, pre-validated questionnaire was distributed to 230 nurses. A software called SPSS, version 21.0, was used to analyze the data.

Results: A total of 227 responses were received. About 44.9% (102) of the staff nurses had adequate knowledge about various aspects of materiovigilance and MvPI. 91.2% (202) of the participating nurses had a positive attitude toward reporting a MDAE. However, only 8.3% (19) have reported an event.

Conclusion: Among the study participants, there was a lack of transition from knowledge and a supportive attitude to practice of MDAE reporting. To improve spontaneous reporting of MDAEs, conducting various training programs such as workshops and CMEs may be beneficial.
Detection of alcohol use: Guidance of direct biomarker phosphatidylethanol
Authors: slek Dilek , Kula Fatma , Kiris Eda , Karatas Omer , Holumen Nazl , Yukseloglu Emel
Published: May 2023

Acknowledging the fact that alcohol is an important source of fatalities in traffic, the amount of alcohol consumed and the exact time of the consumption could enlighten forensic cases and guide the justice system correctly. However, determining the alcohol use is a difficult problem due to alcohol metabolism in individuals and parameters such as sex, age, amount of alcohol in the drink, satiety, should be taken into account which can be challenging for amount of alcohol interpretation. Considering that blood alcohol concentration (BAC) may not be reliable, alternative metabolic products of alcohol has arisen after alcohol consumption. One of the most interesting alcohol biomarker phosphatidylethanol (PEth) has caught attention due to its long half-life and not being affected from sex, liver diseases or age in addition to that it is only synthesized under the presence of ethanol. PEth is synthesized in cell-membranes and not being a single molecule, its homologues should be considered when determining the amount of alcohol intake. Although the homologues of PEth could be isolated from whole blood, less invasive dried blood spots (DBS) also provides reliable information. The analysis of PEth is performed in LC-MS/MS which is highly sensitive and specific. For forensic applications, direct alcohol biomarker PEth may be useful for distinguishing the alcohol use and helpful for justice system. This review focuses on studies about PEth biomarker, its applications and limitations conducted from 2010 to 2019.
Post-earthquake building assessments
Authors: Khakurel Shreedhar , Yeow Trevor , Saha Sandip , Dhakal Rajesh
Published: May 2023

Major seismic events occurring around urban centres often cause widespread damage to the building stock. Engineers are then required to perform safety inspections of these buildings. This process may be time-consuming and can cause residents or businesses to be displaced for a considerable duration even if the building is safe to occupy. Furthermore, other post-earthquake recovery phases, such as repair and demolition/reconstruction works, may not even initiate until the building inspection phase is complete. As such, the disruptions caused by post-earthquake inspection need to be considered when modelling building occupancy/functionality downtime.
This study uses the data obtained from the 2011 Christchurch earthquake to develop a post-earthquake inspection duration quantification model. Firstly, the duration of the rapid assessment phase is estimated from the number of damaged buildings to be assessed, the total number of available engineers, and the median time needed for assessing each building. Secondly, the probability of a building being assigned a certain colour tag (White, Yellow or Red) is derived based on the extent of damage. Finally, both sets of information are combined to quantify the post-earthquake inspection duration. A case study is examined to demonstrate the application of the proposed model.
Review of recently constructed concrete wall-steel frame hybrid buildings
Authors: Pascua Marie Claire Litonjua , Henry Richard , Toma Charlotte
Published: May 2023

Around New Zealand there has been an increasing trend of ‘hybrid’ multi-storey buildings that combine reinforced concrete walls with structural steel framing systems. This study aims to characterise and understand this type of building, focusing on buildings constructed in Auckland and Christchurch from 2014 onwards. Drawings from a total of 50 buildings were reviewed, and their structural features were documented, including building use, building height, lateral load resisting system, ductility, wall configuration, wall construction method, steel framing system and suspended floor system. Meetings with structural engineers were conducted to validate the review findings and to further understand design principles and decisions that lead to these outcomes. A typology comprising five building types with distinct lateral load-resisting systems was proposed based on the building review. Results showed regional differences between Auckland and Christchurch, owing to building use and seismic hazard in the respective cities. Auckland buildings surveyed tended to be residential buildings five storeys or higher made of precast walls connected with steel beams. Christchurch buildings, on the other hand, were primarily commercial buildings three to seven storeys high with dual frame-wall systems. Structural connections between steel frames and concrete walls were also documented, showing that bolted connections with headed stud embedment were most common. The results can be used to identify critical aspects of these mixed structural systems for further investigation and to develop archetype building designs that can be used for modelling and testing.
KHUYNH HƯỚNG TIẾP THU PHƯƠNG TÂY VÀ BẢN ĐỊA HÓA CỦA VĂN HỌC VIỆT NAM ĐẦU THẾ KỶ XX
Authors: Trung Nguyễn Thành
Published: May 2023

Định hướng hội nhập của Việt Nam là xây dựng nền văn hóa tiên tiến đậm đà bản sắc dân tộc, bối cảnh này đặt ra nhiều vấn đề như nền văn học đã hội nhập thế nào, hiện đại hóa từ lúc nào, đâu là bản sắc, bản sắc so với Trung quốc hay phương tây, v.v Nhiều nghiên cứu đã phân tích và lý giải nhưng khoảng trống dường như vẫn nằm ở sự đổi mới tư duy, đặc điểm hiện đại hóa và thủ pháp bản địa hóa từ buổi đầu tiếp xúc phương Tây, cụ thể là Pháp. Bài viết này trình bày sự đổi mới ở giai đoạn đầu thế kỷ XX của văn học Việt Nam với những đặc điểm quan trọng về chuyển đổi mô hình đời sống và văn học, các ảnh hưởng của Pháp từ ngôn ngữ, tư duy đến quan niệm nghệ thuật được chuyển hóa vào văn học thông qua hệ thống nhóm 3 thủ pháp từ học hỏi, tiếp thu đến tổng hợp. Hướng tiếp cận so sánh lịch sử, tiếp nhận văn học tỏ ra hiệu quả trong khái quát khuynh hướng tiếp thu phương Tây và bản địa hóa của nền văn học Việt Nam cận đại (đầu thế kỷ XX).
Crohn’s disease: Etiology, pathogenesis and treatment strategies
Authors: BASOGLU Izel Aycan , KARAKOYUN Berna
Published: May 2023

Crohn’s disease (CD), which can be localized in any part of the gastrointestinal tract, is a disease characterized by an irregular immune
response to normal and/or abnormal microbial antigens. Recent studies show many extensive data about the roles of genetic and
environmental factors, immune function, and gut microbiota in CD. Although, less invasive biomarkers are currently being developed,
the diagnosis of the disease is still based on the endoscopy and histological evaluation of biopsy samples. The most common symptoms
are diarrhea, abdominal pain, weight loss, and fatigue. Despite the improvements in the treatment methods in the last decade, there
is no definitive treatment since the etiology of CD is not known exactly. Therapeutic strategies focus on reducing inflammation and
symptoms, maintaining clinical remission, and improving quality of life.
Hospital encounters and associated costs of prostate evaluation for clinically important disease
Authors: Seung Soo Jin , Saherawala Hasnain , Nguyen Lena , Gatley Jodi M. , Liu Ning , Kebabdjian Marlene , Earle Craig , Klotz Laurence , Mittmann Nicole
Published: May 2023

Introduction: Systematic transrectal ultrasonography (TRUS) biopsy has been the standard diagnostic tool for prostate cancer (PCa) but is subject to limitations, such as a high false-negative rate of cancer detection. Multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging (mpMRI) prior to biopsy is emerging as an alternative diagnostic procedure for PCa. The PRECISE study found that MRI followed by a targeted biopsy was more accurately able to identify clinically significant cancer than TRUS biopsy.
Methods: PRECISE study patients recruited in Ontario between January 2017 and November 2019 were linked to various Ontario provincial administrative databases available at the Institute for Clinical and Evaluative Sciences (ICES) to determine health resources used, associated costs, and hospitalizations in the 14 days after biopsy. Costs are presented in 2021 CAD.
Results: A total of 281 males were included in this study, with 48.4% of the patients in the TRUS biopsy group, 28.1% in the MRI+, and 23.5% in the MRI- group. Twenty-one patients (15%) from the TRUS biopsy group were seen at a hospital in the 14 days after their biopsy compared to fewer than five patients (6%) from the MRI+ group. The mean per person per year (PPPY) costs for the TRUS and all MRI groups (MRI- and MRI+) were $7828 and $8525, respectively.
Conclusions: Patients in the TRUS biopsy group experienced more hospital encounters compared to patients who received an MRI prior to their biopsy. This economic analysis suggests that MRI imaging prior to biopsy is not associated with a significant increase in costs.
A comparison of the sarcopenic effect of androgen receptor-axis-targeted agents vs. androgen deprivation alone in patients with metastatic prostate cancer
Authors: Lawen Tarek , Masoumi-Ravandi Kaveh , Rendon Ricardo A. , Connor Liette , Mason Ross J.
Published: May 2023

Introduction: Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) with androgen receptor axis-targeted (ARAT) therapy is the standard of care provided to patients with metastatic prostate cancer. While effective, it results in sequelae, such as loss of skeletal muscle mass. In this study, we compared the sarcopenic effects of abiraterone and enzalutamide, two ARATs used to treat metastatic prostate cancer.
Methods: Our cohort comprised of 55 patients diagnosed with metastatic hormone-naive prostate cancer from 2014–2019. Patients were divided into three treatment groups: gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist alone; GnRH agonist combined with abiraterone acetate; and GnRH agonist combined with enzalutamide. We then compared axial computed tomographic (CT) scans at the L3 level before and after the initiation of hormone therapy for each patient. A skeletal muscle index (SMI) was calculated for each patient, and alongside clinical data, was compared between the three groups. One-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Fisher’s exact test were used to compare means and proportions, respectively.
Results: Baseline clinical characteristics were not significantly different between the three groups. The percent SMI change and number of newly sarcopenic patients were not found to be significantly different between the groups. The only variable that was significantly different across the three groups was time between CT scans.
Conclusions: Although we found no significant difference in the sarcopenic effects of GnRH alone, GnRH with abiraterone or GnRH with enzalutamide in our cohort of 55 hormone-naive metastatic prostate cancer patients, overall decreases in muscle mass was observed for all three groups. This highlights the importance of muscle-retaining strategies for patients undergoing ADT for metastatic prostate cancer, regardless of therapeutic regimen.
PHILOSOPHICAL UNDERSTANDING OF THE PROBLEM OF PERSONAL HEALTH IN THE INFORMATION AND EDUCATIONAL SPACE IN THE CONTEXT OF MASS MEDIA INFLUENCE
Authors: VELYKODNA Yevheniia , ROMANENKO Mykhailo
Published: May 2023

The article provides a philosophical understanding of the problem of personal health in the information and educational space in the context of mass media influence. The importance of disclosing the methodological foundations for applying the principles of health philosophy in modern conditions is determined. The interrelation of the problem of personal health in the information and educational space and issues of ethics and morality is revealed. It is proved that with the emergence of new technologies and means of communication, people face challenges and threats associated with the negative impact of the digital environment on their physical and mental health. The problems of education and personal health intersect at the level of the general process of human development in the process of unlocking one’s inner potential. It is proved that achieving health is impossible without the use of self-knowledge, self-observation, and self-control skills in educational practice. The importance of valeology and valeosophy in the formation of a new branch of philosophical knowledge - the philosophy of health - is revealed. The philosophy of health, realized within the modern information and educational space, offers a way of knowing a person through the category of "health", which reveals a person as a conscious, responsible being capable of managing psycho-emotional and physical state. The close connection between personal health, the process of informatization of education and the formation of information culture of educational subjects is revealed. It is proved that the educational aspects of the study of personal health are associated with the formation of its meaningful life priorities, the introduction of an axiological approach to the formation of health at the level of educational practices. The importance of media literacy in the development of information and media culture, health-saving technologies of using electronic media in the educational space as thebasis for the formation of value priorities of the individual in the information and educational space is revealed. The systemic, holistic, personality-oriented, axiological and cultural approaches to understanding the essence of health are revealed. The necessity of personality formation in the unity of spiritual, mental and physical aspects of health is determined.
Motivačné faktory vplývajúce na výkon a spokojnosť zamestnancov v školstve
Authors:   SOŠ hotelových služieb a obchodu, Banská Bystrica, Faturíková Zuzana , Gončárová Zuzana ,   Katolícka univerzita v Ružomberku, Pedagogická fakulta
Published: May 2023

The management of work motivation represents one of the pillars of the success of business entities as well as non-profit organizations. The paper deals with the issue of motivational tools used by managers at secondary schools in the Slovak Republic. Part of the article is dedicated to the consequences of insufficient motivation, which appear both in the field of work performance and in employee satisfaction. Several tools used in motivation and their impact on work performance are examined. The aim of the contribution is to evaluate the degree of influence of individual motivation tools on work performance and on the subjective satisfaction of employees in education. The paper uses the following methods: analysis, synthesis, induction, deduction, comparison, mathematical-statistical methods, abstraction and case studies.
Teoretický prehľad výskumu manažmentu kreatívneho potenciálu a kvality života
Authors:   Katolícka univerzita v Ružomberku, Pedagogická fakulta, Katedra manažmentu, Vrábliková Mária , Ubrežiová Iveta ,   Katolícka univerzita v Ružomberku, Pedagogická fakulta, Katedra manažmentu
Published: May 2023

From the point of view of Maslow's pyramid of needs, creativity belongs to the self-realization of the individual. It is self-realization that can be the source of a higher quality of life for individuals and society. The importance of researching creativity and quality of life has penetrated from psychology to economic theory as well. This research can be carried out at the individual level (or individual level), at the micro/meso level (enterprises and small social groups) and at the macro level (creative indices and quality of life indices). The presented contribution is an overview study and describes the interdisciplinary research carried out in both areas and at individual levels. The methods used include: historical-logical method, analogy, analysis, synthesis and comparative method.
Transfer pedagogicko-ekonomických vedných poznatkov do prípravy pedagóga na vyučovaciu hodinu predmetu Manažment. 2. časť
Authors:   Katolícka univerzita v Ružomberku, Pedagogická fakulta, Katedra manažmentu, Kubičková Miroslava
Published: May 2023

The submitted paper has a theoretical and applied nature and contains two parts. The first part of the contribution is focused on theoretical knowledge about the issue of the relationship between the lesson and the teacher. The second part of the contribution is transfer, application. The aim of this part is, based on the theoretical knowledge from the 1st part, to develop a practical sample of the written preparation of the teacher for a lesson in the subject Management with the topic: "Properties and skills of managers" for vocational schools with an economic focus. To achieve the goal, we will use the methods of analysis, synthesis and deduction. The contribution reflects on the current needs of new generations of high school students, university students for effective education and the related necessity of increasing the skills and orientation in the pedagogical activities of current high school and university teachers. We have deliberately chosen teacher training to teach a lesson in the subject Management for a vocational high school with an economic focus. The Ministry of Education, Science, Research and Sports regulates by law the teaching process and also the professional qualification of a teacher for the performance of pedagogical activities, in contrast to the pedagogical qualification of a university teacher (School Act, 2008). However, the very content of the topic processed in the preparation of the teacher for the lesson: "Properties and skills of managers" can be very inspiring not only for high school teachers and university teachers teaching management subjects, but also for any casual reader due to the universality of the knowledge.
ปัจจัยที่มีความสัมพันธ์ต่อภาวะเสี่ยงหกล้มของผู้สูงอายุในอำเภอแม่ทะ จังหวัดลำปาง
Authors: มาทา ฉัตรสุดา , ทาไชยวงศ์ กุลธิดา , มูลศรี ลักษิกา , ตติยะ เรณุกา , สุภา วิภาพร
Published: May 2023

การวิจัยครั้งนี้มีวัตถุประสงค์เพื่อศึกษาความรอบรู้ทางสุขภาพสภาพแวดล้อมที่อยู่อาศัย และปัจจัยที่มีความสัมพันธ์ต่อภาวะเสี่ยงหกล้มของผู้สูงอายุ ณ ชุมชนบ้านแม่ทะหลวง อำเภอแม่ทะ จังหวัดลำปาง เก็บรวบรวมข้อมูลจากกลุ่มตัวอย่างจำนวน 96 คน โดยใช้แบบสอบถามปัจจัยทำนายการหกล้ม ซึ่งประกอบด้วยข้อมูลส่วนบุคคล ความรอบรู้เกี่ยวกับภาวะความเสี่ยงหกล้ม สภาพแวดล้อมที่อยู่อาศัย และทดสอบสมรรถภาพทางร่างกายเพื่อประเมินภาวะเสี่ยงหกล้ม วิเคราะห์ข้อมูลด้วยความถี่ ร้อยละ และการวิเคราะห์ความถดถอยลอจิสติก ผลการศึกษาพบว่า ส่วนใหญ่มีความรอบรู้อยู่ในระดับมากร้อยละ 97.92 มีสภาพแวดล้อมที่อยู่อาศัยควรระวังร้อยละ 63.54 และมีภาวะเสี่ยงหกล้มร้อยละ 81.25 โดยปัจจัยที่มีความสัมพันธ์ต่อการหกล้ม ได้แก่ ประวัติการใช้ยา (ORadj. = 6.19, 95% CI = 1.76 - 21.76) สภาพแวดล้อมที่อยู่อาศัย (ORadj =4.48, 95%CI = 1.18-16.98) และการเข้าร่วมกิจกรรมของชมรมผู้สูงอายุ (ORadj = 0.28, 95% CI = 0.08 - 0.98) เจ้าหน้าที่ทางสาธารณสุขควรมีการเฝ้าระวังภาวะหกล้มในผู้สูงอายุ ให้ความรู้ในการจัดสภาพแวดล้อมภายในบ้านที่เหมาะสม และควรส่งเสริมให้ผู้สูงอายุออกมาเข้าร่วมกิจกรรมส่งเสริมสุขภาพอย่างสม่ำเสมอ
 ผลการวิจัยพบว่า ผู้สูงอายุมีความรู้เรื่องความเสี่ยงหกล้มในระดับมากคิดเป็นร้อยละ 97.9 และส่วนใหญ่มีสภาพแวดล้อมการอยู่อาศัยปลอดภัยคิดเป็นร้อยละ 63.5 จากการวิเคราะห์การถดถอยเชิงพหุ พบว่า ปัจจัยที่มีความสัมพันธ์กับภาวะเสี่ยงหกล้ม ได้แก่ ประวัติการใช้ยา และการเข้าร่วมกิจกรรมของชมรมผู้สูงอายุ อย่างมีนัยสำคัญทางสถิติ (p = 0.035, p = 0.017) และจากการทดสอบสหสัมพันธ์สเปียร์แมน พบว่า ปัจจัยที่มีความสัมพันธ์กับภาวะเสี่ยงหกล้ม ได้แก่ สภาพแวดล้อมที่อยู่อาศัยภายในและภายนอกบ้าน อย่างมีนัยสำคัญทางสถิติ (r = 0.237, p = 0.020) ผลการศึกษาครั้งนี้ จึงเสนอแนะว่าสถานพยาบาลในพื้นที่ควรให้ความสำคัญในการป้องการหกล้ม และให้ความรู้เสริมทักษะให้แก่ผู้สูงอายุ และครอบครัวเพื่อป้องกันการพลัดตกหกล้ม