bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Efficiency and technological gap ratios of the agroforestry production in the rural areas of Kaduna state, Nigeria: the implication for environmental resource management
Authors: ALABI Olugbenga ,   University of Abuja, Nigeria, MOMOH Abdulsamad , ISAH Hassan , ALUWONG Jeremiah , ATTEH Paul , AJIBARE Dolapo , BAYEI Joseph , OKOH Sarah , OLAWOYE Tosin , AHMED Shehu , OLUMUYIWA Babaranti ,   University of Abuja, Nigeria,   Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN),   Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN),   Federal University of Lafia, Nigeria,   University of Abuja, Nigeria,   Kaduna State University (KASU), Nigeria,   University of Abuja, Nigeria,   University of Abuja, Nigeria,   University of Abuja, Nigeria,   Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, Nigeria
Published: July 2024

This study evaluated the efficiency and the technological gap ratios (TGRs) of the agroforestry production in the rural areas of Kaduna State, Nigeria and discussed the implication for environmental resource management. A multi-stage sampling technique was used. A total number of 120 respondents comprising of 62 (51.67%) male agroforestry farmers and 58 (48.33%) female agroforestry farmers were selected. The primary data were collected based on a well-structured and a well-designed questionnaire. The data were analyzed using the following tools: descriptive statistics, the stochastic production efficiency frontier model, the stochastic meta-efficiency frontier model, and the principal component model. Farm size, labor input, chemical input, fertilizer input, and agroforestry tree density positively contribute to the output of male and female agroforestry farmers as well as pooled data respectively. The average agroforestry farmers achieve 83.1% (male), 64.7% (female) and 72.8% (pooled) of their frontier output given their present technologies. In other words, agroforestry farms lose 16.9%, 35.3% and 27.2% of their maximum potentials output to inefficiencies. The mean technical efficiency relative to the meta-frontier was estimated to be 74%, 47% and 59% for the male and female agroforestry farmers and the pooled data respectively. Based on the estimated technological gap ratios (TGRs) of 90%, 73% and 82% for the male and female agroforestry farmers and the pooled data respectively, the average male and female agroforestry farmers and the pooled data could be more technically efficient by increasing their output and closing the gaps of 10%, 27% and 18% respectively. The study recommended that farmers should be educated about the benefits of the agroforestry production technologies. Keywords: economics, technology gap ratios, agroforestry production, stochastic meta – efficiency frontier model, gender, rural areas, resource management, Nigeria
Tritrophic associations and identification key for European species of the genus Binodoxys (Mackauer) (Hymenoptera: Braconidae: Aphidiinae)
Authors: Lazarevic Maja , Zikic Vladimir , Milenkovic Darija , Tomanovic Zeljko
Published: July 2024

The genus Binodoxys includes only nine species found in Europe, yet despite its frequent occurrence, it remains insufficiently studied. This study addresses this knowledge gap through an exhaustive literature review and material collection, and a compilation of a comprehensive list detailing tritrophic associations. Based on the available molecular data, we constructed a maximum likelihood tree for six European species. Several new hosts were identified for the first time, and the geographical distribution of one species was broadened. An identification key for females of European Binodoxys species is provided. Future studies should prioritize gathering host data and investigate the existence of cryptic species among polyphagous species. Furthermore, the status of the three species not analyzed in this study due to the lack of material should be investigated by encompassing both morphological and molecular approaches.
Chemistry educational outcomes and standards in Serbia and Montenegro. Analysis of the teachers' attitudes and high school students' achievements
Authors: Stasevic Filip , Bubanja Andrea , Maksimovic Aleksandra , Djurdjevic-Nikolic Jelena
Published: July 2024

Standards and outcomes-based education led to significant adjustments in school organizations and contributed to the in-depth analysis of teachers? professional identity. This research aimed to examine the chemistry teachers? attitudes in the context of the implementation of the educational outcomes and standards in educational policy and in the school practice, as well as to ascertain the level of accomplished learning outcomes for the selected teaching topic ?Lipids?. The research sample included both, chemistry teachers (N = 4) and high school students (N = 172) from two countries, Serbia and Montenegro. The data were analyzed qualitatively jointly for two countries using mixed-methods research and constant comparison of the data. There are no significant differences in teachers? attitudes as well as in achievements among students between these two educational systems. All teachers emphasized the importance of learning outcomes and standards and confirmed that they help them in organizing lessons and monitoring students? assessments. However, interviewed teachers pointed out the need for support and consideration of teachers? opinions about implementing educational changes. The results obtained on the knowledge test have highlighted that knowledge about ?Lipids? among students is not at the expected level.
Investigation of Gd, Ca and Nd tri-doped ceria for application in solid oxide fuel cells
Authors: Wang Ming , Hou Yifeng , Cheng Jihai
Published: July 2024

Nanosized tri-doped ceria powders with composition Ce0.8Gd0.15Ca0.05-xNdxO2-?
(CGCN, x = 0.0125, 0.025, 0.0375) were obtained by sol-gel methods. The
powders were compressed into discs and sintered in air to form perspective
solid electrolytes. The obtained samples were characterized by X-ray
diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and electrochemical
impedance spectroscopy (EIS) methods. XRD and SEM analyses confirm that the
samples are densified and have fluorite structure after sintering at 1350?C. Among all Ce0.8Gd0.15Ca0.05-xNdxO2-? samples, the sintered
Ce0.8Gd0.15Ca0.025Nd0.025O2-? electrolyte has the highest conductivity of
2.5 ? 10?2 S/cm at 800?C and the corresponding activation energy is 0.64
eV.
Improving the wear resistance of hydrophobic coating on porcelain by introducing waste porcelain particles
Authors: You Xinpeng , Yu Hui , Su Lingjie , Yin Jun , Chen Junchao , Cao Zhihui , Pan Junxi , Li Yiting , Zheng Yuying , Hu Wentao
Published: July 2024

Superhydrophobic materials have found extensive applications in everyday life
and various industries due to their outstanding attributes such as
waterproofing, exceptional anti-corrosion and self-cleaning capabilities.
Nonetheless, their limited mechanical stability hinders their widespread use
on ceramic surfaces. This study aims to address these limitations by
employing industrial waste porcelain powder as a raw material and co-firing
technology to create a micro-rough structure on ceramic surfaces.
Furthermore, the impact of this rough structure on the wear resistance and
hydrophobicity of the hydrophobic coating is investigated using the finite
element method. The results indicate that the mechanical stability of the
hydrophobic coating experiences a more pronounced enhancement with
increasing distribution density of the micron rough structure of waste
porcelain powder (WPPMRS). A dense rough structure does not only reduce its
concentrated stress and improve its anti-wear ability, but also reduce the
concentrated stress of hydrophobic coating to improve the protection of the
coating. As a result, it substantially enhances the mechanical properties
and stability of the hydrophobic coating. This work will provide valuable
insights into the utilization of waste porcelain powder in sustainable
superhydrophobic ceramics.
Sm/Al modified Sn0.94Sb0.06O2 ceramics for NTC thermistors
Authors: Zhang You , Zhang Hong , Chen Hao , Zhan Yifei , Li Zhicheng , Leng Senlin
Published: July 2024

Negative temperature coefficient (NTC) thermistors are key components for
temperature sensors and actuators. In this work, Sn0.94-x-yAlxSmySb0.06O2+?
(0 ? x ? 0.05, 0 ? y ? 0.15) ceramics were prepared by solid-state reaction
method for potential application of NTC thermistors. The Sm/Al co-doped SnO2
ceramics had the main phase with tetragonal structure as that of SnO2
crystal. The prepared ceramics presented adjustable room temperature
resistivity (?25) and temperature sensitivity (B value) for various Al
contents. Sm/Al co-doping significantly improved the ageing stability, the
resistance shift rate was below 3% after ageing at 150?C for 500 h, while
the average resistance shift rate was 41.4% of the ceramics without
Sm-doping. The conduction mechanisms and the effect of dopants on the ageing
stability were investigated by analysis of impedance spectra and element
valences combined with defect chemistry theory.
Rational pharmacotherapy in type 2 diabetes: Danish data from 2002 to 2020 on mortality, diabetes-related outcomes, adverse events and medication expenses
Authors: Sebastian Johansson Karl , Jimenez-Solem Espen , Studsgaard Petersen Tonny , Bring Christensen Mikkel
Published: July 2024

Objective

Developments in pharmacotherapy and management of type 2 diabetes may have shifted the balance of treatment benefits versus harms and costs over the past decades. This study aimed to describe the trends in this balance.

Research Design and Methods

We followed the Danish population with type 2 diabetes between 2002 and 2020, analyzing their medication usage in relation to treatment benefits (such as mortality and diabetes-related outcomes), adverse events and medication costs. Using multivariate analyses, we adjusted for potential confounders including age, sex and socioeconomic status.

Results

The study included 461,805 individuals. From 2002 to 2020, the median age increased from 66 to 68 years and the mean number of comorbidities increased from 5.2 to 8.8. The overall incidence of cardiovascular, renal and other important adverse clinical outcomes decreased. Similarly, the rate of some adverse events, such as gastric bleeding, hypoglycemia and falls declined, whereas the incidence of electrolyte imbalances and ketoacidosis increased. The average per-patient cost was reduced by 8%, but total medication expenses increased by 148% due to an expanding population size, lowered costs of most cardiovascular medications and increasing costs for glucose-lowering drugs.

Conclusions

Advancements in type 2 diabetes management have led to reduced risk of both diabetes-related outcomes and treatment harms, while maintaining relatively stable per-patient medication expenses. While these trends are multifactorial, they suggest more rational pharmacotherapy. Still, increased risk of certain adverse events, along with increasing costs for glucose-lowering medications, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance and risk-benefit analysis.
Accumulation and removal of Streptococcus mutans biofilm on enamel and root surfaces in vitro
Authors: Breivik Anne , Mulic Aida , Sehic Amer , Valen Håkon Rukke , Kopperud Simen , Stein Linda , Khan Qalbi
Published: July 2024

Objective: This study aimed to quantitatively investigate the accumulation of Streptococcus mutans biofilm on enamel and root surfaces and assess the amount of biofilm removal using (1) experimental toothpaste and (2) water, in a closed system of flow chamber.
Methods: Eight sound premolars were embedded in epoxy resin and polished with silicon carbide grinding papers to display enamel and root surfaces. To mimic biofilm, cultures of Streptococcus mutans were prepared and grown on the tooth surfaces over night before they were exposed to either 2 liters of Milli Q water or 2 liters of 40% experimental toothpaste in the flow chamber. The amount of biofilm was measured and quantified in Fluorescence microscopy. Mean fluorescence values were recorded and analysed using Microsoft® Excel® (MS Excel 2016).
Results: The ability to grow biofilm was equally present at both the enamel and root surfaces. The use of water and 40% experimental toothpaste showed a significant reduction of areas covered with biofilm on both enamel and root dentin in comparison to untreated surfaces (p < 0.01). Significantly more biofilm was removed from enamel compared to root surfaces when treated with either water and toothpaste (p < 0.01). Slightly less biofilm was removed by the use of water compared to toothpaste on both enamel and root dentin surfaces, although the differences were not statistically significant.
Conclusion: The results indicate that less biofilm is removed from the root surfaces than enamel by the use of water and 40% experimental toothpaste in flow chamber. Assessing oral biofilm accumulation and monitoring biofilm formation on enamel and root dentin surfaces give oral health professionals important directions that could strenghten the significance of dental caries prevention. Improving older individuals’ oral hygiene practices should therefore be considered an important measure to prevent root caries.
Research on twin method of transient temperature field in laser additive manufacturing based on optimization of measured parameters
Authors: Xu Zhen-Ying , Wang Yao-Feng , Lei Ying-Jun
Published: July 2024

The transient temperature field during laser-directed energy deposition has a crucial impact on the quality of manufactured parts. In this study, in order to solve the problems that the transient temperature field is difficult to measure directly and the traditional numerical simulation data are not real time and the model is inaccurate, a transient temperature field twin method based on the optimization of measured parameters is proposed. First, based on heat transfer, a twin model of temperature-dependent thermophysical parameter fluctuations is built, and the model defines the time-dependent power parameters. In order to perform numerical simulations for the acquisition of the temperature field distribution and to verify the accuracy of the model through the comparison of synchronized lateral validation experiments, an integrated measurement-validation experimental system is constructed. A twin model validation method is proposed, in which the frontal measurement experiments are synchronized with the lateral validation experiments. The real-time radius of the molten pool and temperature parameters are extracted from the frontal measurement experiments and inputted into the twin model. In order to confirm the great realism of the built twin model, the simulation of the twin temperature field under various laser strengths is examined in the last step. The experimental findings demonstrate that the temperature field twin physical model developed in this work is capable of faithfully simulating temperature field variations brought about by real-time laser additive process parameter changes. This approach reduces the number and expense of actual tests, helps to adjust process parameters to ensure an improvement in product quality and performance, and makes up for the lack of real-time problems in traditional numerical simulation. It also improves the accuracy and real-time simulation model. Finally, it has the ability to instantly provide input and track the production process in real time. It helps to advance the application of digital-twin technology in the field of additive manufacturing.
Análisis de los factores que influyen en la eficiencia de los Paneles Fotovoltaicos Bifaciales
Authors: Barreno Jiménez Marco Alejandro ,   Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi, Romero Bedón Freddy Rodrigo , Paredes Anchatipán Alex Darwin ,   Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi,   Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi
Published: July 2024

Este estudio analiza los factores que influyen en la eficiencia de los paneles fotovoltaicos bifaciales, una tecnología emergente con potencial para aumentar significativamente la producción de energía solar. A través de una revisión de la literatura y un análisis cuantitativo, se identificaron y evaluaron los principales factores que afectan el rendimiento de estos sistemas. Los resultados revelan que el albedo del entorno y la altura de instalación son factores importantes, con un aumento en el albedo de 0.2 a 0.8 incrementando la ganancia bifacial del 10% al 30%. La orientación vertical de los paneles mostró ventajas en ciertas condiciones, produciendo hasta un 10% más de energía anual que los paneles monofaciales convencionales. Las condiciones ambientales, como la temperatura y la concentración de material articulado, también demostraron tener efectos complejos en el rendimiento. Además, se observaron ventajas significativas en aplicaciones especializadas como sistemas flotantes y agrovoltaicos. El estudio concluye que, para maximizar la eficiencia de los paneles bifaciales, es necesario un enfoque de diseño holístico y específico para cada sitio, considerando la interacción compleja entre múltiples factores.
Impacto de la sobrecarga de Energía Reactiva en Sistemas Fotovoltaicos conectados a la Red
Authors: Castellanos Campana Marvin Daik ,   Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi Ecuador, Hidalgo Osorio William Armando , Vasquéz Carrera Paco Jovanni ,   Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi Ecuador,   Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi Ecuador
Published: July 2024

Este trabajo analiza el impacto de la sobrecarga de energía reactiva en sistemas fotovoltaicos conectados a la red eléctrica. Mediante un enfoque que combina análisis teóricos y una simulación realizada en MatLab, a través de ello se evaluó cómo la inyección excesiva de energía reactiva afecta la calidad del suministro eléctrico. Los resultados demostraron que bajos factores de potencia inducen fluctuaciones significativas en los voltajes de los nodos, provocando problemas de regulación de tensión, pérdidas adicionales y distorsión armónica. Se exploraron estrategias de reducir el efecto de la energía reactiva en sistemas fotovoltaicos conectados a la red, como análisis en el control de inversores, diseños optimizados y esquemas de compensación reactiva. Este estudio resalta la importancia de gestionar adecuadamente la energía reactiva para mejorar la integración de sistemas fotovoltaicos, optimizar su rendimiento y contribuir a un suministro energético más eficiente y sostenible.
Enfermedad diverticular definición clasificación etiopatogenia y tratamiento
Authors: Manosalvas Estévez Farid Ernesto ,   Investigador Independiente, Guagalango Cabrera Jazmín Vanessa , López Paredes Jennifer Carolina , Ortiz Ortiz Kevin Aldair ,   Investigador Independiente,   Investigador Independiente,   Investigador Independiente
Published: July 2024

La Enfermedad Diverticular del colon es una entidad en progresivo incremento y que abarca diversas situaciones clínicas, desde la ausencia completa de síntomas hasta la existencia de complicaciones, como la diverticulitis, la hemorragia o la perforación. Su incidencia presenta importantes variaciones demográficas, con mayor prevalencia en poblaciones occidentales. Se han sugerido diversos factores etiológicos, tales como la dieta pobre en fibra, la edad avanzada, el consumo de tabaco y alcohol, la diabetes mellitus, la actividad física, la obesidad y determinados medicamentos. Cada día cobran más trascendencia otros factores, como la estructura de la pared colónica, la motilidad del colon y la predisposición genética. Se han desarrollado múltiples sistemas de clasificación en las últimas décadas, aunque probablemente ninguno de ellos sea definitivo.
Enhancing Hispanic Literature Courses with Large Language Models: The Power of AI Tools
Authors: McInnis Dominguez Meghan
Published: July 2024

My continuing practice of incorporating AI tools in Latin American Studies courses in literature provides versatile opportunities to craft engaging, meaningful exercises that inspire deeper critical thinking and creativity. The tools empower students to take an active role in their learning and broaden their comprehension of diverse literary traditions.
Mi práctica actual de incorporar herramientas de IA en las clases de literatura dentro de la rama de Estudios Latinoamericanos brinda oportunidades versátiles para elaborar ejercicios atractivos y significativos que inspiran mayor profundidad en creatividad y pensamiento crítico. Las herramientas de IA permiten a los estudiantes asumir un papel activo en su aprendizaje y ampliar su comprensión de las diversas tradiciones literarias.
New Submission Section: Comprehensive Perspective Essays / Nueva sección de envíos: Ensayos integrales de amplia perspectiva / Nova Seção de Envios: Ensaios Abrangentes  de Ampla Perspectiva
Authors: Editorial Board MARLAS
Published: July 2024

Announcement of new journal section in MARLAS / Anuncio de nueva sección de revista en MARLAS / Anúncio da nova seção da revista MARLAS
CONSEQUÊNCIAS NEUROPSICOLÓGICAS DO ABUSO SEXUAL INFANTIL
Authors: Silva Ana Paula Jesus da , Klein Mônica de Castro
Published: July 2024

O abuso sexual infantil constitui-se como um problema de saúde pública, visto o impacto causado na vítima, família e a na sociedade. Estudos de neuroimagem apontam que algumas alterações neurológicas, sendo elas a níveis funcionais e/ou anatômicas, decorrentes da violência sexual, podem ser irreversíveis. Com base nas informações citadas, o objetivo geral desta pesquisa foi averiguar quais as possíveis consequências neuropsicológicas que a violência sexual infantil pode acarretar. Os objetivos específicos foram conceituar o abuso sexual infantil e transtorno de estresse pós-traumático; investigar as áreas cerebrais afetadas; correlacionar o abuso sexual ao desenvolvimento de disfunções cognitivas e comportamentais; avaliar o desempenho das funções cognitivas: atenção, memória, funções executivas. Esta foi uma pesquisa de cunho descritivo exploratório, de revisão da literatura integrativa, de natureza qualitativa, realizada por meio de revisão bibliográfica. Foram utilizados livros, publicações científicas como artigos, dissertações e teses, pesquisados na base de dados da CAPES e através da plataforma da Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde (BVS), com materiais indexados nas bases de dados eletrônicas: LILACS, MEDLINE e SCIELO, com os descritores: “abuso sexual infantil”, “neuropsicológicas” e “consequências”. Dentre outros resultados, observa-se que as vítimas de abuso sexual infantil podem apresentar alterações químicas e morfológicas em várias regiões cerebrais, como: hipocampo, amígdala, córtex pré-frontal, córtex occipital, eixo hipotálamo-hipófise-adrenal e eixo hipotálamo-pituitária-adrenal. Enfatiza-se a necessidade de pesquisas sobre a temática e investimentos em estratégias que visem à redução das consequências e prevenção da violência contra crianças. Destaca-se ainda a necessidade de capacitar os profissionais para trabalhar com esta população.
Entrevista
Authors: Santos Domingos ,   Associação de Futebol do Porto
Published: July 2024

Desde que fui admitido na Associação, em 1975, então como funcionário do Conselho de Arbitragem, sempre coloquei os interesses da Associação em primeiro lugar, por vezes até com prejuízo da minha família que sempre me apoiou nesta missão… A saúde e o bem-estar sempre foram apanágio da AFP. Por isso, desde 1929, que a Associação teve Serviço de Apoio Médico, coordenado graciosamente durante 45 anos pelo Dr. José F. R. Braga, que consultava os jovens jogadores que iam disputar os campeonatos... Uma das principais preocupações das sucessivas direções da AFP sempre foi, e continua a ser, a realização de ações de formação que assegurem apoio socorrista nos treinos e jogos aos atletas dos seus clubes de futebol e futsal. Nenhum jogo se pode realizar sem a presença de um deles… Nos últimos 6/7 anos houve um enorme desenvolvimento decorrente da certificação dos clubes exigida pela FPF e levada a cabo pelas Associações... A construção do nosso Centro de Formação será uma magnífica infraestrutura de grande valia para a zona Metropolitana do Porto e distrito do Porto. Há que felicitar o Presidente José Neves… Não vejo a idade como um obstáculo, antes como sinal de maior experiência e sensibilidade. Espero que Deus ainda me conceda muitos e saudáveis anos para que continue a manter entusiasmo pelo desporto, em especial pelo futebol e futsal. Estarei onde puder ser útil. Como sempre de forma disponível e discreta.
FMUPorto - Summaries and comments
Authors: Drumond Lima Joana A ,   Medicina Geral e Familiar, Carolina Cruz Ana A , Mendes Cunha Sofia B , M G Pereira Guilherme B ,   USF Garcia de Orta,   USF Magnólia
Published: July 2024

A - What should all health professionals know about movement behavior change? An international Delphi based consensus statement B - Exercise training and resting blood pressure: a large scale pairwise and network meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
Recordar com carinho
Authors: André Luís ,   Coimbra
Published: July 2024

Atualmente mantenho-me ativo no Hospital da Misericórdia de Anadia com a direção clínica, realizo prestação de serviços de fisiatria em clínica privada... A viver na região da Bairrada, os tempos livres são ocupados com a leitura de revistas de medicina das diferentes áreas da minha formação, além de temas históricos e temas sociais da atualidade, convívio com antigos colegas e amigos e faço viagens regulares ao Porto e ao Alentejo... Ao longo da minha carreira profissional exerci atividades em várias instituições e em diferentes áreas para formação específica em fisiatria... Nos HUC colaborei em diferentes jornadas de fisiatria, nomeadamente, e de forma regular, nas jornadas de Reabilitação e Traumatologia do Desporto... O meu passado desportista é curto, pois resume-se à prática de natação na Figueira da Foz na década de 60, tendo realizado algumas provas, nomeadamente pelo Sporting Clube Figueirense. O FCP na década de 80 teve atletas de eleição que eu agradavelmente recordo: Marta Roboredo, Teresa Figueiras, Alexandra Silva, José Carlos Moreira, José Meinedo, Rita Fernandes, Mabílio Albuquerque, Rui Borges e Sérgio Esteves... Recordo com saudade esses tempos vividos no Pavilhão da Piscina das Antas onde realizava as avaliações clínicas e acompanhava os atletas nos treinos e nas provas, onde as vitórias dos atletas eram festejadas com euforia por todos os Golfinhos... Os jovens médicos devem ter curiosidade e aprofundamento científico, empatia e disponibilidade, espírito interdisciplinar, rigor e disciplina profissional, amor pela vida, com boa disposição e alegria.
Osteogenesis Imperfecta no Desporto Adaptado: Um caso Atípico de Fratura do Rádio Distal
Authors: Rego Diniz João ,   Serviço de Medicina Física e de Reabilitação da Unidade Local de Saúde do Tâmega e Sousa, Moreira Sousa Rui , Pires Gonçalo , Costa Rafaela , Ribeiro Afonso João ,   Serviço de Medicina Física e de Reabilitação da Unidade Local de Saúde do Tâmega e Sousa,   Serviço de Medicina Geral e Familiar da USF Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso,   Serviço de Ortopedia e Traumatologia da Unidade Local de Saúde do Tâmega e Sousa
Published: July 2024

Sport practice by patients with Osteogenesis Imperfecta should be encouraged, however contact sports should always be duly considered due to the risk of bone fractures. The authors describe the clinical case of a Wheelchair Basketball athlete (WB) who went to the Emergency Department due to a distal radius fracture in the context of wrist trauma caused by a Basketball ball. Distal radius fractures typically occur in the context of high-kinetic trauma. Due to the increased bone fragility of the athlete presented, this fracture was caused by a minor trauma in the context of receiving the Basketball ball. WB is a high-impact sport, so its practice by athletes with OI must be duly considered.
O Metabolismo do Ferro e o Desporto
Authors: Moreno Luís ,   Unidade de Saúde da Amadora – Exército Português
Published: July 2024

Iron deficiency is prevalent in athletes, significantly affecting athletic performance, with various studies suggesting a higher incidence of iron depletion in athletes, particularly in women and in endurance sports. Iron depletion not only decreases aerobic capacity and ATP production but also impacts energy metabolism during exercise. This article discusses the multifactorial aetiology of iron depletion in athletes, such as increased iron demand, higher losses, and reduced iron absorption due to the regulatory behaviour of hepcidin. Accurate diagnosis, which involves the assessment of haemoglobin, ferritin, and transferrin saturation, is essential for effective intervention. Treatment and prevention of iron depletion includes dietary modifications, oral supplementation, and, in severe cases, intravenous supplementation. Supplementation should be considered carefully, regarding the potential toxicity and interactions with other nutrients and medications. It is concluded that monitoring and managing iron status are critical for optimizing the performance and health of athletes, requiring personalized strategies.
HUBUNGAN KECOCOKAN ANTARA TIPE KEPRIBADIAN DAN MODEL LINGKUNGAN BELAJAR DENGAN MOTIVASI BELAJAR PADA MAHASISWA PGSD UNIVERSITAS ACHMAD YANI BANJARMASIN
Authors: Ariani Alpha
Published: July 2024

Primary Schools aims to form the younger generation who have morals, values and character that tends to be a productive, creative, innovative, and affective . Elementary school teachers are one of the key success in shaping the next generation therefore elementary school teachers must have the professional ability, attitude and personality. University Achmad Yani Banjarmasin as one of the colleges that will generate prospective elementary teachers has to make efforts so that the demands of the professional needs of elementary school teachers in the community can be met. Teacher professional must have pedagogical, social competence, professional competence, and personality competence. Several efforts should be made starting from the right curriculum, condusivelearning process, quality of faculty, and building positive character of the student. Based on preliminary observations, primary education students come from many levels. Besides, they have a variety of purposes and reasons for studying. This leads to the diversity of motivation in their studies .Therefore, it is necessary to study on Compatibility Relationship Between Personality Type and Model Learning Environment With Students Learning Motivation. The result of this study can be used as one consideration in selection of new students to enter primary education department
Perilaku Petugas Terhadap Inovasi Sistem Informasi Kesehatan di Rumah Sakit Kanker Dharmais
Authors: Nisa Hairun , Putra Daniel Happy , Fannya Puteri , Widjaja Lily
Published: July 2024

Dharmais Cancer Hospital has implemented a SIMRS called SIMpel since 2016. The application has been successfully applied to computer systems used by various medical record service units, including admission, filling, coding, and reporting. However, in the implementation of the existing SIMRS, there are still challenges and barriers related to user adoption. So a study was conducted related to the evaluation of the use of SIMRS at Dharmais Cancer Hospital. The purpose of this study is to identify various elements that influence the acceptance of SIMRS among officers in order to increase their level of consistency and commitment in using SIMRS. The Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) model was used as the theoretical framework for this study. This study uses inferential analysis, with a total sample size of 58 respondents and the test used is the chi-square test. Based on the results of the analysis, it was found that there is a relationship between the constructs of performance expectancy, effort expectancy, and social influence with interest in using SIMRS. In addition, facilitating conditions were found to have a relationship with usage behavior. It can be concluded that there is a correlation between officers' acceptance and usage attitudes towards SIMRS for each construct in the UTAUT model. Therefore, it is necessary to maintain the interest and usage behavior of SIMRS at Dharmais Cancer Hospital while maintaining the quality of the system.
Perbandingan Kinerja Backpropagation dan Convolutional Neural Network untuk Klasifikasi Citra Batik Lampung
Authors: Armelia Renada Dhea , Andrian Rico , Junaidi Akmal
Published: July 2024

one of Indonesia's cultures on October 2, 2009. Lampung initially did not have a batik tradition but there is a legacy that is referred to as the first batik worn by Lampung people, namely sembagi cloth. Batik Siger is a business that produces batik typical of Lampung which originated from a course and training institution and was established in 2008. LKP Batik Siger provides services to the community in the field of written batik. This research discusses the performance of backpropagation and convolutional neural networks that will be used for the classification of Lampung batik image patterns. The Lampung batik motifs used are sembagi, pakjimo, granitan, soga, siger tangkup betik, jung agung, kembang cengkih and siger ratu agung. The stages that will be carried out are scaling, grayscale, thresholding and classification. The comparison of training data, testing data and validation used is 70:20:10 with the needs of backpropagation and convolutional neural network, namely epoch = 100, learning rate = 0.01. Backpropagation classification resulted in an accuracy of 96.25% and a classification error of 3.75%. The convolutional neural network classification resulted in an accuracy of 99.37% and a classification error of 0.63%. The performance of the CNN method has 3.12% higher accuracy compared to the performance of convolutional neural network.
Оценка возможности проведения экспертизы проектной документации без двумерных чертежей по цифровой информационной модели
Authors: Сербин Сергей Андреевич , Архипович Мария Алексеевна , Серёгина Наталья Юрьевна
Published: July 2024

Несмотря на законодательные инициативы, в России полноценному внедрению в процесс экспертизы технологий информационного моделирования препятствует одновременное наличие требований к формированию двумерного и трехмерного представления графической части проектной документации. Для решения проблемы авторы разработали схему пилотного проекта, реализация которого установит возможность проведения экспертизы проектной документации без двумерных чертежей по цифровой информационной модели. В ходе исследования была рассмотрена текущая схема проведения экспертизы проектной документации по двумерным чертежам, и была разработана схема проведения экспертизы проектной документации по цифровой информационной модели. На основе этих схем была создана схема пилотного проекта проведения экспертизы раздела «Архитектурные и объемно-планировочные решения» по цифровой информационной модели, при анализе которой были установлены индикаторы успешности проведенного проекта, а также описаны выводы, к которым можно будет прийти при положительном или отрицательном исходе пилотного проекта.
Strategi Pengembangan Budaya Organisasi Surau Duta Munzalan Jakarta
Authors: Ulum Muhammad Anfaul , Thoha Ahmad Faiz Khudlari , Pratama Yoga Prakusya
Published: July 2024

Budaya organisasi merupakan elemen penting dalam pembentukan identitas dan operasionalisasi masjid. Dalam konteks kemasjidan, budaya organisasi tidak hanya mencakup praktik ibadah, tetapi juga nilai-nilai dan asumsi dasar yang membimbing interaksi dan kegiatan di masjid. Budaya organisasi merupakan elemen penting dalam pembentukan identitas dan operasionalisasi masjid. Dalam konteks kemasjidan, budaya organisasi tidak hanya mencakup praktik ibadah, tetapi juga nilai-nilai dan asumsi dasar yang membimbing interaksi dan kegiatan di masjid. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengidentifikasi dan menganalisis elemen-elemen budaya organisasi di Surau Duta Munzalan serta memahami bagaimana ketiga pilar ini mendukung operasional dan pengembangan masjid. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah pendekatan kualitatif dengan teknik pengumpulan data melalui observasi, wawancara mendalam, dan analisis dokumen. enelitian ini menyoroti pentingnya tiga pilar utama yang membentuk budaya organisasi di Surau Duta Munzalan, yaitu Cultural Artifacts, Cultural Values, dan Basic Underlying Assumptions. Kontribusi penelitian ini adalah memberikan pemahaman yang mendalam tentang bagaimana budaya organisasi di masjid dapat dibentuk dan dikembangkan untuk meningkatkan kualitas ibadah dan kesejahteraan sosial jamaah.
Transformasi Keterampilan Mubaligh Dalam Berdakwah Di Persatuan Mubaligh Kota Batam
Authors: Hamriani Faiza , Khairuddin Khairuddin
Published: July 2024

Lembaga Dakwah Persatuan Mubaligh Kota Batam (PMB) adalah salah satu lembaga dakwah yang ada di Kota Batam yang bergerak dibidang dakwah. PMB memiliki anggota mubaligh yang sangat banyak yang siap untuk mensyiarkan ajaran Islam di Kota Batam. Dengan banyaknya anggota mubaligh yang tergabung maka tujuan penelitian ini dilakukan adalah ingin mengetahui bagaimana upaya yang dilakukan oleh pengurus PMB untuk meningkatkan kualitas berdakwah para anggota mubaligh PMB . Jenis penelitian ini menggunakan deskriptif kualitatif dan teknik pengumpulan data melalui wawancara, observasi dan dokumentasi dengan 4 (empat) informan penelitian. Hasil penelitian dari upaya pengurus PMB untuk meningkatkan keterampilan berdakwah mubaligh PMB adalah dengan melakukan kegiatan pelatihan dakwah berupa seminar dan diklat, pembinaan mubaligh dalam bentuk kegiatan halaqoh, pendidikan dengan mewadahi bakat dan minat dari mubaligh melalui tulisan dan melalui proses rekrutmen mubaligh untuk menghasilkan mubaligh yang berkualitas dan berkompeten.
Understanding the Christian Sacrament of Baptism: Perspectives of Some New Testament Personalities
Authors: Nyarko Ernest
Published: July 2024

Baptism is a sacrament that Christ established before His ascension. It symbolizes His death and resurrection, representing the unity of the baptized person with Christ and their acceptance into the body of Christ. This paper explores baptism in the New Testament (NT) by focusing on some specific personalities. The study shows that water baptism, as an outward act, serves as a reminder and symbol of God’s redeeming work through Jesus Christ for the salvation of humanity. Consequently, baptism unites us with Christ and invites us to be part of the Christian community. The study concludes that baptism is not an optional extra, but a command from our Lord Jesus Christ to all generations of believers, regardless of denomination, tribe, race, culture, or ethnicity. The study uses published textbooks, electronic books, and journal articles as secondary sources to examine baptism in the NT.
Integrierte Earned Value Analyse
Authors: Hüsselmann Claus , Hergenröder Janek
Published: July 2024

Die Earned Value Analyse (EVA) ist ein nützliches Instrument im Projektcontrolling, jedoch ist ihre Verbreitung im Projektalltag von Organisationen vergleichsweise gering. Dies liegt offenbar an ihrer vermeintlichen Komplexität und auch begrenzten Aussagekraft in bestimmten Projektkontexten. Dieser Beitrag zielt darauf ab, die EVA weiterzuentwickeln und ihre Anwendungsbereiche zu erweitern. Drei Hauptziele werden definiert: die Anpassung der EVA für sachkostendominierte Projekte, die Anwendung in agilen Projektvorgehensweisen und auf Projektportfolioebene. Durch die Differenzierung von Kostenarten und die Integration agiler Metriken wird die EVA vielseitiger ein-setzbar. Die Autoren bieten realitätsnahe Beispiele und laden zur Evaluierung der "EVA Plus" in verschiedenen Projektumgebungen ein.
A Comprehensive Review of Face Detection Using Machine Learning and Deep Learning Approaches
Authors:   Salahaddin University-Erbil, Zuhair Yousif Raghad , Abdulrahman Hamad Soran ,   Erbil Polytechnic University, Mohammed Jihad Abdalwahid Shadan ,   Erbil Polytechnic University
Published: July 2024

Today, biometric systems are used in analyzing and verifying the unique physical or behavioral attributes of a person for authentication purposes or to be recognized. This is done to ensure that the person in question is indeed who he or she claims to be. Face recognition-based systems are the highest popular choice since they independent on user help every now and then; this had become more automated besides being easy for them to be operated. Many authentication systems up to now have used Iris, fingerprints and facial features. These systems have been utilized in the process of identification and verifications. One the other hand, people prefer face recognition-based system among these systems. This review paper conducts comparison and contrast of various face recognition methods along with hybrid combinations. The hybrid combinations are also compared in the review paper. Furthermore, the most frequently used datasets in this field are analyzed and reviewed. Apart from that, this paper argues the different facial recognition algorithms inspired by DL and also touched on what opportunities exist in this field in future along with some obstacles expected to be present.
Pendekatan Case Method pada Perkuliahan Kalkulus Multivariabel untuk Mendukung Keterampilan Berpikir Kritis Mahasiswa Matematika Unimed
Authors: Darari Muhammad Badzlan
Published: July 2024

Keterampilan berpikir kritis menjadi sebuah kewajiban bagi mahasiswa Jurusan Matematika Unimed dalam bersaing secara global, baik untuk mengajarkannya kepada siswa maupun untuk modal menghadapi tantangan ketatnya persaingan dunia pekerjaan. Namun keterampilan berpikir kritis mahasiswa Jurusan Matematika Unimed masih berada pada taraf menengah dan belum berada pada tingkat yang memuaskan. Penulis mengajukan solusi untuk meningkatkan keterampilan berpikir kritis mahasiswa dalam perkuliahan kalkulus multivariabel, yaitu pengunaan pendekatan case method. Secara kualitatif deskriptif, hasil analisis data menunjukkan N-gain yang bernilai 0,41 antara mahasiswa yang diajarkan menggunakan pendekatan biasa dan mahasiswa yang diajarkan menggunakan pendekatan case method. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat peningkatan keterampilan berpikir kritis di taraf menengah ketika mahasiswa pada perkuliahan kalkulus multivariabel diajarkan menggunakan pendekatan case method ketimbang mahasiswa diajarkan dengan pendekatan yang biasa. Temuan penelitian menunjukkan penerapan pendekatan case method memberikan respon posisif dari mahasiswa dan membentuk kemandirian belajar yang tinggi oleh mahasiswa.
OPTICAL PROPERTIES of the TlSbP2Se6 SINGLE CRYSTALL
Authors: Sabov V.I. , Barchii I.E. , Piasecki M. , Filep M.J. , Pogodin A.I. , Studenyak Y.I. , Sabov M.Yu.
Published: July 2024

The scientific interest in TlSbP2Se6 compound is due to a number of factors. Firstly, this compound is characterized by congruent melting behavior, which allows obtaining high-quality bulk single crystals by the method of directional crystallization using the Bridgman technique. Secondly, it is characterized by an acentric 2 D layered structure. Previous studies of TlSbP2Se6 single crystals were limited to optimizing the conditions for growing single crystals, refinig its crystal structure, determining its qualitative and quantitative composition, determining the optical transparency region, and evaluating its physical characteristics using quantum chemical calculations. The purpose of this study was to compare the calculated values of the band gap of TlSbP2Se6 with those experimentally determined by the results of the optical absorption edge study. We prepared plane-parallel samples of single-crystal TlSbP2Se6 along the cleavage plane. The width of the band gap was determined from the transmission spectra using the Tauc method. It was established that the compound TlSbP2Se6 belongs to direct-band semiconductors with a band gap of 1.81 eV. The values calculated by the Becke-Johnson method using the modified functional with the Hubbard parameter and spin-orbit interaction (TB-mBJ+U+SO) and without (mBJ) were the closest to the experimental band gap.
Peningkatan Mental ATLIT Melalui Layanan Bimbingan Kelompok Teknik Permainan Simulasi
Authors: Hidayati Richma , Kiswantoro Arista , Kusmanto Agung Slamet , Fadkhurosi Adnan
Published: July 2024

Peningkatan Mental Atlit Melalui Layanan Bimbingan Kelompok Teknik Permainan Simulasi. Masalah penelitian ini percaya diri atlit yang rendah.Tujuan penelitian untuk mengetahui peningkatan percaya diri dengan layanan bimbingan kelompok teknik permainan simulasi pada atlit tarung drajat0.Metode penelitian ini adalah Eksperiment.Subjek penelitian sebanyak 20 orang atlit yang dibagi menjadi dua kelompok yaitu kelompok kontrol dan kelompok eksperimen.Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan Skala Percaya Diri.Hasil penelitian menunjukan adanya perubahan percaya diri atlit setelah diberikan layanan bimbingan kelompok teknik permainan simulasi. Hal ini ditunjukan dengan peningkatan rata – rata 8,04% serta hasil analisis data menggunakan uji Wilcoxon Matched Pairs Test, diperoleh -2.803 = 1.645 maka Ho ditolak dan Ha diterima Kesimpulan penelitan adalah bimbingan kelompok teknik permainan simulasi dapat digunakan untuk meningkatkan percaya diri pada atlit.
Paradigma Bimbingan Konseling dalam Kurikulum Merdeka
Authors: Huda Miftahul
Published: July 2024

Facing changes in technology and Merdeka Belajar curriculum policies, counselors need to be innovative in counseling services. The challenges of the guidance and counseling profession in the era of industrial revolution 4.0 require adaptation and innovation. This research uses qualitative methods with literature studies, utilizing various sources such as books, journals and institutional reports. The role of guidance and counseling teachers is important to align learning with the Merdeka Belajar program, encouraging the development of High Order Thinking Skills (HOTS). The implementation of the Guidance and Counseling service policy in the Minimum Competency Assessment allows for a holistic assessment and develops programs and provides appropriate intervention services. The main goal of Guidance and Counseling teachers is to help students recognize themselves, function as service providers so that each individual can develop optimally, achieve personal needs, and become a complete and independent individual. Menghadapi perubahan teknologi dan kebijakan kurikulum Merdeka Belajar, konselor perlu inovatif dalam layanan konseling. Tantangan profesi bimbingan dan konseling pada era revolusi industri 4.0 membutuhkan adaptasi dan inovasi. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan studi pustaka, memanfaatkan berbagai sumber seperti buku, jurnal, dan laporan lembaga. Peran guru bimbingan dan konseling penting untuk menyelaraskan pembelajaran dengan program Merdeka Belajar, mendorong pengembangan High Order Thinking Skills (HOTS). Penerapan kebijakan layanan Bimbingan dan Konseling dalam Asesmen Kompetensi Minimum memungkinkan penilaian holistik dan menyusun program serta memberikan layanan intervensi yang sesuai. Tujuan utama guru Bimbingan dan Konseling adalah membantu peserta didik mengenali diri mereka, berfungsi sebagai penyedia layanan agar setiap individu dapat berkembang optimal, mencapai kebutuhan pribadi, dan menjadi individu utuh serta mandiri.
Profil Efikasi Diri Karir Pengurus Forum Komunikasi Siswa Kota Bandung Masa Jabatan 2023/2024
Authors: Jaya Nur Nabila , Ramadhani Rina Nurhudi , Yusuf Syamsu
Published: July 2024

Every period in life has its difficulties, and adolescence is no different. Confusion in determining the future, for example. But not infrequently, some of them actually feel challenged and are looking forward to the moment at that time. Therefore, this study tries to find out the career self-efficacy that is useful in dealing with uncertainty in planning their careers. The subjects in this study were the administrators of the Bandung City Student Communication Forum for the 2023/2024 term of office as many as 75 respondents. This study uses a quantitative research design, namely a cross sectional survey design by collecting data from a sample at one point in time. Overall, the results of this study indicate that the Bandung City Student Communication Forum administrators are mostly in the moderate category for almost all aspects of career efficacy, both cognitive and affective.