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Collaborative Governance Pada Platform Patrakomala sebagai Pengembangan Ekosistem Ekonomi Kreatif Kota Bandung
Authors: Tassya Cut Afni , Alya Zahra Rahayu  , Yuni Siti Andini
Published: January 2025

This research aims to find out how the role of the Culture and Tourism Office of Bandung City, especially the creative economy sector, collaborates in managing the creative economy. Bandung City, especially the creative economy sector, collaborates in managing the Patrakomala platform. Patrakomala platform, whose function is to facilitate multi-stakeholder collaboration to support the development of the creative economy ecosystem. to support the development of the creative economy ecosystem. As well as analyzing more deeply in depth, so that problems can be identified and can be resolved through making policy recommendations, in the process of using the Collaborative Governance approach based on the Morse & Stephens theory, (2012: 565-583) which has four indicators, namely 1) Assessment, 2) Initiation, 3) Deliberation, 4) Implementation. This research explains the process that interactions and shared norms between governance actors. governance actors. This theory aims to achieve the positive goals of each party. At the initiation stage, the development process begins with a collaborative approach, including collaborative approach, including the drafting of a creative economy roadmap, the enactment of regulations, and discussion forums such as the Patrakomala Coffee Club (PCC), a regulations, as well as discussion forums such as the Patrakomala Coffee Club (PCC) which involves creative economy actors in formulating inclusive programs. involving creative economy actors in formulating inclusive programs. stage deliberation stage emphasizes the importance of open dialogue between stakeholders to build consensus regarding the division of roles, allocation of resources, and development of sustainability strategies. development of sustainability strategies. Program implementation includes the development of Patrakomala Creative Center, incubation, exhibition, as well as competency improvement for creative economy creative economy actors, supported by mechanized
DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT AND EVALUATION OF HERBAL LOZENGES FOR LAXATIVE ACTIVITY
Authors:   Department of Pharmaceutics, Chalapathi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, LAM, Guntur-522 034, Andhra Pradesh, India, Battula Ravali K. , Borrigorla Aswani ,   Department of Pharmaceutics, Chalapathi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, LAM, Guntur-522 034, Andhra Pradesh, India, Macha Sivani ,   Department of Pharmaceutics, Chalapathi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, LAM, Guntur-522 034, Andhra Pradesh, India, Palisetty Maddhu L. ,   Department of Pharmaceutics, Chalapathi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, LAM, Guntur-522 034, Andhra Pradesh, India, Motupalli Sri M. ,   Department of Pharmaceutics, Chalapathi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, LAM, Guntur-522 034, Andhra Pradesh, India, Ketipally Ravi ,   Department of Pharmaceutics, Chalapathi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, LAM, Guntur-522 034, Andhra Pradesh, India, Nadendla Ramarao ,   Department of Pharmaceutics, Chalapathi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, LAM, Guntur-522 034, Andhra Pradesh, India
Published: January 2025

India is one of the countries where a large section of the population uses traditional systems of medicine. Herbal medicines are yet the base of about 75 to 80% of worldwide population due to their acceptability, compatibility with human body, availability and minimal side effects. Lozenges are solid unit dosage forms that dissolve in the oral cavity and enter systemic circulation to show pharmacological effect with increased retention time in oral cavity. Thereby, it bypasses the first pass metabolism, reduces gastric irritation, and boosts bioavailability. Constipation is epitomized by irregular and infrequent bowel movements that lasts for over a week. The primary intent of this research study is to design a herbal laxative lozenge to ameliorate constipation by taking advantage of dill, fennel, ajwain and perform respective evaluation studies. Present research includes in vitro studies where rats are evaluated with volume of faeces and moisture content analysis. DoE was employed for optimization of formulation studies.
ЕКОМОРФНИЙ АНАЛІЗ РОСЛИННОГО ПОКРИВУ ТЕХНОЗЕМІВ НІКОПОЛЬСЬКОГО МАРГАНЦЕВОРУДНОГО БАСЕЙНУ
Authors: Жуков О.В. , Подпрятова Н.О.
Published: January 2025

У дослідженні представлено дані про біорізноманіття рослинного покриву техноземів, які утворилися в результаті тривалої рекультивації земель, порушених внаслідок відкритих гірничих робіт. Для аналізу екологічної структури рослинних угруповань був застосований екоморфний підхід. Виявлено високий рівень видового багатства рослинних угруповань. Таксономічний склад флори відтворює структури, типові для регіональної флори. У ценоморфному аспекті в угрупованнях переважають степанти та рудеранти. Також наведено оцінку умов вологості, трофності та освітленості едафотопів на основі екоморфної структури рослинних угруповань.
ТАКСОНОМІЧНА СТРУКТУРА МІКОБІОТИ ЗАПОВІДНОГО УРОЧИЩА КАМЕНИСТИЙ (НАЦІОНАЛЬНИЙ ПРИРОДНИЙ ПАРК "ГУЦУЛЬЩИНА")
Authors: Фокшей С.І.
Published: January 2025

Стаття присвячена дослідженню мікобіоти у заповідному урочищі Каменистий (Національний природний парк "Гуцульщина"). Здійснено аналіз таксономічної структури мікобіоти досліджуваної території. Зареєстровано 251 вид грибів із 132 родів, 62 родин, 17 порядків, 5 класів, 2 відділів царства Fungi. Серед них 9 видів включені до списків Червоної книги України. Гриби у заповідному урочищі Каменистий належать до відділів Ascomycota та Basidiomycota. Серед сумчастих грибів виявлено 22 види з 17 родів, 14 родин, 6 порядків, 3 класів; базидієвих – 229 видів зі 115 родів, 48 родин, 11 порядків, 2 класів. Найчисленнішим за видовим різноманіттям виявився клас Agaricomycetes – 228 видів, 114 родів, 47 родин. На другому місці – Pezizomycetes, який представлений 12 видами з 8 родів, 5 родин. На третьому – класи Leotiomycetes і Sordariomycetes, що включають по 5 видів, та Dacrymycetes – 1 вид. Аналіз таксономічної структури демонструє переважання чотирьох порядків – Agaricales (124 види, 49,4% від загальної кількості видів), Russulales (43 або 17,1%), Polyporales (23 або 9,2%); 15 родин – Russulaceae (34, 13,5%), Agaricaceaе (16, 6,4%), Mycenaceae (14, 5,6%), Boletaceae, Polyporaceae (по 13 та 5,2%), Cortinariaceae (12, 4,8%), Hydnaceae, Psathyrellaceae, Strophariaceae (по 8 та 3,2%), Amanitaceae, Omphalotaceae (по 7 та 2,8%), Hygrophoraceae, Inocybaceae, Marasmiaceae (по 6 та 2,4%), Tricholomataceae (5, 2%) та 19 родів: Russula – 18 видів (7,2%), Lactarius – 16 видів (6,4%), Mycena – 14 видів (5,6%), Cortinarius – 12 видів (4,8%), Amanita – 7 видів (2,8%), Clitocybe, Coprinopsis, Hygrophorus, Pluteus, Marasmius, Trametes, Tricholoma – по 4 види (по 1,6%), Cantharellus, Clavulina, Gymnopus, Hericium, Lycoperdon, Peziza, Pholiota – по 3 види (по 1,2%).
СИНТАКСОНОМІЯ РОСЛИННОСТІ ЦЕНТРУ ВІДТВОРЕННЯ ТА ЗБЕРЕЖЕННЯ ЕКОСИСТЕМ "КАСОВА ГОРА"
Authors: Якушенко Д.М. , Токарюк А.І. , Бучко О.В. , Чорней І.І.
Published: January 2025

Стаття присвячена синтаксономії рослинності Центру відтворення та збереження екосистем (ЦВЗЕ) "Касова Гора" (71 га), який створено у 2023 році на частині урочища Касова гора, що не увійшла до Галицького національного природного парку. Метою дослідження є встановити рівень ценотичної різноманітності території ЦВЗЕ "Касова гора" як основи для формування рекомендацій з диференційованого менеджменту та проведення моніторингу стану рослинного покриву і оцінки ефективності охоронних заходів. Вивчення рослинності проведено у червні 2023 року. Встановлено, що рослинність дослідженої території диференційована відповідно до геоморфологічних та едафогідрологічних умов і господарського використання у минулому. Тут відмічено 10 асоціацій і 1 угруповання 8 союзів, 8 порядків, 7 класів рослинності. Лучно-степова рослинність представлена 2 асоціаціями союзу Cirsio-Brachypodion pinnati Hadač et Klika in Klika et Hadač 1944. Термофільні узлісся союзу Geranion sanguinei Tx. in T. Müller 1962 представлені 3 асоціаціями. Мезофільні сінокосні луки належать до 1 асоціації союзу Arrhenatherion elatioris Luquet 1926. Чагарникові зарості союзу Berberidion vulgaris Br.-Bl. ex Tx. 1952 відносимо до 1 асоціації. Синантропна рослинність союзів Arction lappae Tx. 1937 та Senecionion fluviatilis Tx. ex Moor 1958 репрезентована 2 асоціаціями. На перезволожених місцях відмічені угруповання 1 асоціації союзу Phragmition communis Koch 1926. Також на відслоненнях гіпсів відмічені угруповання порядку Stipo pulcherrimae-Festucetalia pallentis Pop 1968. Внаслідок припинення традиційного використання травʹяних угідь Касової гори спостерігається трансформація рослинного покриву, яка полягає у заростанні чагарниками та поширенні вегетативно-рухливих кореневищних видів. Для збереження і підтримання бажаного стану охорони лучних степів ЦВЗЕ "Касова гора" необхідна розробка диференційованого режиму охоронних заходів для ділянок з різними типами рослинних угруповань.
Effects of a 12-Week Skipping Exercise Program on Leg Endurance in Competitive Badminton Players: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Irena Ririn , Melati Ardila , Geanta Vlad Adrian , Simbolon ⁠Ayu Mayzura , Foret Retha
Published: January 2025

The  purpose  of  the study. Leg endurance is vital for badminton, yet training methods for its enhancement are inadequately explored. This study examined the impact of a skipping exercise regimen on leg endurance and performance metrics among competitive badminton athletes.
Materials and methods. A total of sixty competitive badminton athletes enrolled badminton players from regional clubs and university in North Sumatera Indonesia, with a mean age of 21.5 ± 1.7 years, were systematically assigned to either an intervention group (n=30) or a control group (n=30) through a randomization process. The participants in the intervention cohort undertook a 12-week progressive skipping exercise program in conjunction with their regular badminton training, whereas the control group adhered solely to standard training protocols. The primary outcome measures comprised a badminton-specific endurance assessment and the 30-second Wingate test, while secondary outcome parameters included evaluations of agility, jump performance, and movement dynamics on the court.
Results. The intervention cohort exhibited significant enhancements across all metrics relative to the control group (p < 0.001). Notable effect sizes were recorded for the badminton-specific endurance test (d = 1.32), Wingate peak power (d = 1.17), and mean power (d = 1.25). Secondary outcomes also reflected considerable advancements, including agility (d = 1.08-1.13), jump performance (d = 1.03-1.10), and on-court movement patterns (d = 1.07-1.16). Strong correlations were identified between leg endurance improvements and badminton-specific performance metrics (r = 0.65-0.73, p < 0.001).
Conclusions. The 12-week skipping exercise program markedly improved leg endurance and related performance metrics in competitive badminton players. These results indicate that skipping exercises constitute an effective, versatile, and sport-specific training approach for enhancing physical readiness in badminton. Coaches and athletes are encouraged to integrate structured skipping programs into their training routines to elevate badminton-specific physical performance.
Remote Monitoring Medical Cyber Physical Systems (MCPS) for Intelligent Healthcare Services
Authors:   Amity School of Engineering and Technology Lucknow, Amity University Uttar Pradesh, India, Ahmad Fazal
Published: January 2025

Significant development in recent years in the field of medicine and technology has to lead to a significant increase in the mortality rate, which has put stress on prevailing Health Care mechanisms like hospitals, clinics etc. and this originated in the need for smart healthcare systems and services. Remote monitoring of patients at their residence is one of the most efficient ways to handle this situation. Medical Cyber Physical System is an integration of internet of things (IoT), Cloud computing, Data Analysis along with Patient’s physiological conditions. The user data is generated digitally stored electronically and can remotely be accessed by the medical staff. Based on several important variables, including development efficiency, performance, user satisfaction, community support, and integration potential, a thorough study is carried out. Various merits and demerits have been considered while analyzing the potential of the MCPS mechanisms for future use. Various issues like user data collection, data storage (Big Data problem), data velocity and user privacy are analyzed while conducting the research. This work will provide a view of MCPS architecture from different angles. The study gives a comprehensive understanding of important characteristics and technical routes of MCPS. It also compares various MCPS.
Pendampingan Fisioterapi pada Komunitas Bulu Tangkis untuk Meningkatkan Kesehatan dan Kebugaran Atlet Bulu Tangkis di PB. Suryanaga, Surabaya
Authors: Romadhona Nurul Faj'ri , Waritsu Cakra , Putri Fadma , Abdullah Khabib , Siwi Ken , Swandari Atik , Ismanto Syariifah Ai'isy , Ananda Adevira Yoan
Published: January 2025

Badminton atau bulu tangkis adalah salah satu cabang olahraga yang digemari oleh masyarakat. Tidak hanya pada remaja, tetapi anak – anak dan orangtua baik pria maupun wanita saat ini banyak melakukan olahraga bulu tangkis. Pada dasarnya olahraga bulu tangkis mudah untuk dilakukan, tidak hanya untuk olahraga prestasi akan tetapi olahraga bulu tangkis saat ini dapat dimanfaatkan dengan tujuan olahraga rekreasi. Masalah cedera masih menjadi tantangan tersendiri karena dapat mempengaruhi performa atlet. Pendampingan fisioterapi sangat penting dilakukan dengan tujuan untuk meningkatkan performa atlet, kesehatan, kebugaran fisik dan mencegah cedera. Metode pengabdian masyarakat ini diawali dari tahap observasi, persiapan, pelaksaan yaitu dengan edukasi dan penatalaksanaan fisioterapi dan evaluasi yang dilakukan di PB Suryanaga, Surabaya. Stretching dan strengthening terbukti dalam mencegah cedera dan meningkatkan kesehatan serta kebugaran atlet sehingga performa atlet meningkat. Dampak positif pendampingan dari fisioterapis, program latihan atlet dapat disesuaikan untuk memperkuat otot-otot yang rentan terhadap cedera dan meningkatkan efisiensi gerakan dalam bulu tangkis. Evaluasi pengabdian ini materi yang diberikan sesuai dengan kebutuhan komunitas bulu tangkis yaitu tentang stretching, strengthening dan juga pencegahan cedera yang dinilai sangat relevan. Untuk kedepannya perlu dilakukan monitoring dan pelatihan selanjutnya supaya mendapatkan hasil yang maksimal.
Membentuk Budaya dan Karakter Remaja tentang Perilaku Hidup Bersih dan Sehat (PHBS) melalui Pelatihan di SMP Islam 1 Kota Ternate
Authors: Muhammad Rusny , Ali Kartini M , Arba Susan
Published: January 2025

Pembentukan nilai karakter hidup bersih dan sehat bisa dilakukan oleh individu, keluarga, masyarakat sekitar, dan sekolah. Karakter diarahkan pada aspek pengetahuan, keterampilan dan perilaku. Salah satu cara yang bisa digunakan pihak sekolah untuk membentuk karakter tersebut adalah dengan budaya sekolah. Budaya sekolah yang dilakukan secara konsisten, berkelanjutan dan didukung aturan serta contoh dari semua warga sekolah akan memberikan dampak positif bagi siswa dan menjadikan kebiasaan hidup bersih di kesehariannya. Tujuan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini adalah membentuk karakter dan budaya tentang pentingnya Perilaku Hidup Bersih dan Sehat dalam mencegah krisis kesehatan dengan memberdayakan anggota UKS Sekolah. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode pelatihan dan pendampingan pada anak sekolah di SMP Islam 1 Kota Ternate. Solusi permasalahan yang ditawarkan dalam kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini adalah edukasi, pelatihan dan pendampingan tentang perilaku hidup bersih dan sehat (PHBS) melalui peran kelompok kerja dalam hal ini adalah siswa yang dipilih dan tergabung dalam UKS. Metode yang digunakan adalah dengan edukasi, pelatihan dan pendampingan menggunakan modul PHBS yang sudah di Haki dan poster.
Peningkatan Strategi Penjualan UMKM melalui Perbaikan Kemasan Produk di Kecamatan Sugio
Authors: Mu'ah Mu'ah , Mas'adah Mas'adah , Sayyid Mokhtar , Masram Masram , Singgih Cuk Triono
Published: January 2025

Program pengabdian masyarakat di Kecamatan Sugio bertujuan untuk membantu UMKM meningkatkan daya saing mereka. Salah satu langkah pentingnya adalah melalui perbaikan kemasan produk, sehingga tidak hanya berfungsi sebagai pelindung produk tetapi juga sebagai alat komunikasi yang mampu meningkatkan daya tarik dan nilai jual. Upaya ini diharapkan dapat membuka peluang pasar yang lebih luas, mendukung pertumbuhan UMKM, dan pada akhirnya berkontribusi pada penguatan ekonomi lokal di Kecamatan Sugio. Metode yang digunakan adalah partisipatif yang melibatkan mahasiswa KKN sebagai fasilitator utama dalam pelaksanaan kegiatan. Hasil dari program ini menunjukkan bahwa perbaikan kemasan dapat meningkatkan strategi penjualan UMKM secara signifikan. Dengan kemasan yang lebih menarik dan informatif, produk UMKM di Kecamatan Sugio mampu bersaing di pasar yang lebih luas dan mendapatkan perhatian lebih dari konsumen. Program ini juga memperlihatkan pentingnya pemberdayaan berbasis kolaborasi antara mahasiswa, pelaku UMKM, dan masyarakat setempat untuk menciptakan dampak yang berkelanjutan
Pemberdayaan Masyarakat melalui Pemanfaatan Hasil Pertanian dalam Mendukung Terciptanya Kemandirian Pangan Lokal dan UMKM di Dusun Sumberbendo, Desa Candiwatu, Pacet Mojokerto
Authors: Pudjowati Juliai , Prasetyo Adityo Eko , Fauzan Muhammad Nur , Astuti Adelia Tri
Published: January 2025

Program pengabdian masyarakat di Desa Candiwatu Kecamatan Pacet Kabupaten Mojokerto bertujuan untuk memberdayakan masyarakat untuk menciptakan kemandirian pangan lokal sekaligus mengembangkan sektor Usaha Mikro, Kecil, dan Menengah (UMKM) berbasis hasil pertanian. Metode pengabdian masyarakat dilakukan dengan pendekatan partisipatif dan berbasis pemberdayaan. Metode ini yang melibatkan mahasiswa KKN sebagai fasilitator utama dalam pelaksanaan kegiatan. Metode ini ada 4 tahapan yaitu 1. Tahap persiapan, 2. Tahap pelaksanaan 3. Tahap monitoring dan evaluasi dan yang terakhir 4. Tahap peningkatan dan keberlanjutan. Hasil dari program pengabdian ini menunjukkan bahwa pemanfaatan hasil pertanian berupa singkong menjadi donat singkong mampu mendukung kemandirian pangan lokal sekaligus meningkatkan perekonomian masyarakat. Dengan penguatan dalam hal pemasaran, branding, dan kelembagaan, produk donat singkong dari Desa Candiwatu berpotensi menjadi salah satu produk unggulan yang dapat bersaing di pasar lokal maupun nasional.
'Alle meine Gedichte sind Gelegenheitsgedichte:' the Problems and Possibilities of Occasionality
Authors: Zagklas Nikos , Nilsson Ingela
Published: January 2025

This introductory paper sets the stage for the five contributions in this special issue, which examine the occasional literature across various linguistic traditions (Greek, Latin, and Persian) from the eleventh to seventeenth centuries. It offers reflections on the interplay between occasion, lyric, and literature, suggesting that occasional literature can be regarded as a precursor to lyric. Additionally, it explores the close relationship between occasional literature and patronage, which has significantly shaped the modern dismissive attitude toward the former.
The Occasionality of Byzantine Didacticism: a Case Study from the Twelfth Century (Milan, Veneranda Biblioteca Ambrosiana, C 222 inf. f. 218r)
Authors: Pizzone Aglae
Published: January 2025

The paper analyses, edits and translates an unknown didactic poem on prosodic quantity attributed to John Tzetzes. The poem contains an autobiographical and personal component that has a lyrical dimension, challenging the way in which both didactic poetry and Byzantine poetry is traditionally understood. Moreover, manuscripts such as the one preserving the poem under investigation may be seen as sites for both the frozen moment of the didactic occasion and a continuation of the debate in the form of authorial comments on and to the scribe. Overall, the paper argues that didactic poetry in Byzantium was marked by improvisation and personal experience: in other words, a kind of occasionality.
How to Succeed as a Favour Seeker: Two Foreign Epicists' Quest for Patronage in Seventeenth-century Sweden
Authors: Dahlberg Elena
Published: January 2025

The article examines the patronage of two neo-Latin poets from the early seventeenth century: the Bohemian humanist Venceslaus Clemens (1589–1637) and the Dutch writer and physician Johannes Narssius (1580–1637), both of whom produced long epics to celebrate the intervention of the Swedish king Gustavus II Adolphus in the Thirty Years' War (1618–48). These two authors are suitable for a comparative analysis, because they both acted as favour seekers in a foreign country and they approached the same dedicatees. Although both writers were skilful epicists and their networks overlapped, Clemens was unsuccessful in securing funding from his honorandi, while Narssius received both remuneration and a career. By uncovering the two poets' ultimate goals and their strategies to seek favour, I will argue that the system of patronage in which they operated was more complex than an unexperienced writer might have expected and that one of the poets featured here was not fast enough to grasp this system's intricate mechanisms.
EPIDEMIOLOGY AND RISK FACTORS OF BREAST CANCER: A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE ON INCIDENCE, MORTALITY, AND PREVENTION STRATEGIES
Authors: KHALID S , ARSHAD S , AQEEL M , AMEER R , SHAUKAT A , GHOUS M , KHALIQ H , DAR SA , SHAHID A
Published: January 2025

Breast cancer is the most prevalent malignancy among women worldwide, contributing significantly to global cancer mortality. This review provides a detailed examination of the epidemiological trends, molecular subtypes, and risk factors associated with breast cancer, with a focus on disparities in incidence, mortality, and survival across populations. Incidence rates are highest in developed regions, attributed to lifestyle and environmental factors, while mortality rates are disproportionately higher in developing countries due to limited healthcare access and aggressive tumor biology. The analysis highlights the pivotal role of genetic predispositions, such as BRCA mutations, alongside modifiable risk factors, including physical inactivity, obesity, alcohol consumption, and radiation exposure. Hormonal influences, reproductive behaviors, and dietary patterns further modulate individual risk profiles. Emerging evidence underscores the impact of socioeconomic disparities and ethnicity on breast cancer outcomes, particularly among African American and Hispanic women, who often present with more aggressive triple-negative subtypes and worse prognoses. Advancements in early detection, such as widespread mammography, have improved survival rates in developed countries, though challenges persist in low-resource settings. The review emphasizes the significance of understanding molecular subtypes—Luminal A, Luminal B, HER2-enriched, and triple-negative breast cancer—and their implications for targeted therapies. Innovations in genetic screening, personalized medicine, and lifestyle interventions are poised to transform prevention and treatment strategies globally. This review underscores the necessity of addressing healthcare inequities, promoting lifestyle modifications, and advancing molecular research to reduce the global burden of breast cancer. Future efforts should focus on integrating public health initiatives, enhancing access to diagnostic tools, and developing cost-effective therapies tailored to diverse populations. Bridging the gap between resource-rich and resource-limited regions is imperative for achieving equity in breast cancer care and outcomes.
FREQUENCY OF VARIOUS OCULAR PATHOLOGIES DETECTED ON B-SCAN ULTRASONOGRAPHY IN PATIENTS OF BLUNT OCULAR TRAUMA
Authors: ALI M , AAQIL B , NAZNEEN Z , ZEB A , HAFEEZ QZ , KHAN AA
Published: January 2025

Ultrasound (USG) B-Scan is a readily available, rapid, non-invasive and safe imaging modality to evaluate the clinical findings of traumatic eyes. Ultrasound B Scan is based on the 'Piezoelectric' phenomenon by using a frequency that lies in the range from 5MHz to 20MHz. Ultrasound B Scan can detect, outline and characterize the nature of soft tissue of the eyeball and orbit, regardless of the degree of ocular media transparency. Objective: To determine the frequency of various ocular pathologies detected on B-scan ultrasonography in patients of blunt ocular trauma. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted from 8th November 2022 to 7th May 2023 at Ayub Teaching Hospital Abbottabad. The study enrolled 127 patients with blunt ocular trauma between 15 to 65 years of age Patients with any known post-segment pathology before ocular trauma and patients with a history of diabetes and hypertension were excluded. Then gentle B scan was performed. The eye was anaesthetized using a topical anaesthetic. Gel was applied to the closed eye. A transverse probe position was used. Each quadrant of the eye was examined using the limbus to fornix approach. The 12- O'clock, 3-O'clock, 6-O'clock, and 9-O'clock positions were examined carefully. Ocular pathologies like vitreous haemorrhage, retinal detachment, intraocular foreign body and endophthalmitis (yes/no) were noted. Results: In our study, the frequency of various ocular pathologies detected on B-scan ultrasonography in patients of blunt ocular trauma were as follows; Vitreous haemorrhage was most common and seen in 49 (38.58%) patients followed by Retinal detachment in 28 (22.05%) patients, Intra-ocular foreign bodies were seen in 15 (11.81%) patients and endophthalmitis in 14 (11.02%) patients. Conclusion: This study concluded that the vitreous hemorrhage was the most common pathology in ocular trauma followed by retinal detachment and intra-ocular foreign bodies.
Association between stress and coping strategies in Chinese nursing students: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Chen Xiao , Bai Jie , Cheng Cheng
Published: January 2025

Background and objective: Stress and mental health concerns have increasingly been studied among Chinese nursing students. Understanding stress levels in this population is essential for addressing their psychological well-being. This study aims to examine the stress levels of Chinese nursing students and explore their association with coping strategies.Methods: This cross-sectional study surveyed 180 Chinese nursing students from a medical university in Anhui during the 2022/23 academic year. Data were collected using an online self-report questionnaire assessing demographic details, stress levels (Student Nurse Stress Index), and coping strategies (Brief COPE Inventory). Descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and stepwise regression were used for data analysis.Results: A total of 170 nursing students completed the survey, revealing a mean stress level of 52.99. Regression analysis indicated that denial, self-blame, and acceptance significantly predicted stress, with acceptance associated with lower stress and denial and self-blame linked to higher stress.Conclusions: This study highlights the impact of cultural factors on stress responses and emphasizes the potential benefits of promoting acceptance as a coping mechanism among Chinese nursing students.
Surgical Management of Meniscus Tears: Update on Indications and Techniques for Repair
Authors: Knapik Derrick M. , Smith Matthew V. , Matava Matthew J. , Brophy Robert H.
Published: January 2025

Because of the crucial role of the menisci in maintaining cartilage and joint health, meniscal tears affect the long-term health of the knee. Although partial meniscectomy has a role in the treatment of complex degenerative tears and tears with low healing capacity, advances in the concepts and understanding of meniscal repair, along with improvements in repair techniques and instrumentation, have expanded the indications for meniscal repair. With appropriate patient selection and preoperative planning, repair of meniscal tears can lower the rate of degenerative changes when compared with meniscectomy. The purpose of this review is to provide a concise overview of current repair indications, techniques, instrumentation, and outcomes for a variety of commonly encountered meniscal tears (radial, vertical, horizontal, oblique, ramp, root) in the knee.
Analisis Kepuasan Konsumen Terhadap Layanan Jasa Wildayanti Makeup Di Kecamatan Senyerang
Authors: Muhtadin Muhtadin , Fitriani Fitriani
Published: January 2025

Analisis penelitian menggunakan SPSS, sebelum dilakukan analisis data terlebih dahulu dilakukan uji validitas dan uji reliabilitas terhadap instumen penelitian. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian ini sebagai berikut: (1) dimensi bukti fisisk memiliki nilai sebesar 75% , kehandalan memiliki nilaisebesar 78%, daya tanggap memiliki  nilai sebesar 81%, jaminan memiliki niai sebesar 76%, dan empati memperoleh nilai sebesar 74%. Sedangan standar dari nilai CSI dapat dikatakan puas apabila memiliki nilai sebesar 61-80%= puas. Maka konsumen Wildayanti Makeup dinyatakan puas terhadap kualitas pelayanan yang diberikan, (2) tingkat kesesuaian antara nilai tingkat kinerja dengan nilai tingkat kepentingan didapat nilai tingkat kesesuaian total dari seluruh dimensi yaitu sebesar 89% yang artinya nilai kesesuaian masih cukup kurang untuk mencapai 100%, (3) Berdasarkan hasil Importance Performance Analysis (IPA), didapat bahwa seluruh dimensi SERVQUAL perlu dilakukan prioritas perbaikan karna setelah dilakukan analisis importance performance semua dimensi masuk pada kelompok kuadran I yang artinya masih perlu perbaikan.
Innovations in Shredder: A Multi-Cutting Machine
Authors: Pecaso Jimcel P.
Published: January 2025

This study focused on the design, fabrication, and performance evaluation of a shredding machine specifically developed for processing agricultural waste, including corn stalks and coconut covers. Powered by a 1440 rpm AC motor and utilizing a single-belt drive system, the machine was tested to measure its shredding efficiency and recovery rate under various material conditions. Shredding efficiency was defined as the percentage of material effectively shredded, while the recovery rate represented the proportion of useful shredded material collected. Trials conducted with corn stalks at 30% moisture content demonstrated an average shredding efficiency of 85.33% and a recovery rate of 70.33%, showcasing the machine’s consistency and reliability. For coconut covers, the shredding efficiency varied based on maturity and moisture content, highlighting the machine’s adaptability to different agricultural materials. The findings validate the shredding machine’s potential as an efficient tool for managing agricultural waste. By enabling the conversion of residues into valuable materials for composting and other applications, the machine supports sustainable practices and reduces environmental impact, offering a practical and eco-friendly solution for waste processing.
ENVIRONMENTAL BARRIERS FACED BY WHEELCHAIR USERS IN DISABLED ORGANISATION OF BANGALORE- AN OBSERVATIONAL STUDY
Authors: Poojary Gayathri , S Soundarya , N Harshitha
Published: January 2025

Background: Wheelchairs are essential assistive devices that enhance mobility for individuals with disabilities, allowing them to exercise their human rights and maintain dignity. These devices empower users to lead independent lives, significantly improving their quality of life and facilitating participation in educational, social, and vocational activities. This study employs the Craig Hospital Inventory of Environmental Factors (CHIEF) questionnaire to assess the environmental barriers faced by wheelchair users in Bangalore, India.

Objective: The research aims to identify and describe the types of environmental barriers related to accessibility, accommodations, resource availability, social support, and equality within public spaces and society at large.

Method: A convenience sample of 100 wheelchair users aged 16 to 60, employed across various organizations, participated in the study. Each participant completed the CHIEF Questionnaire, which included questions regarding their experiences with accessibility, accommodations, resource availability, social support, and equality. The responses were analyzed, and percentage values were calculated for each category.

Results: Findings revealed that 55% of wheelchair users face daily challenges with social support, with 69% rating this issue as severe. Additionally, 41% reported difficulties related to resource availability, with 63% deeming it a major concern. Challenges with accommodations (39%), equality (37%), and accessibility (27%) were less pronounced, indicating these issues were viewed as minor.

Conclusion: The study highlights significant environmental barriers affecting wheelchair users, pointing to a lack of inclusivity and supportive environments. Improving wheelchair-accessible facilities in the community can enhance participation and improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
Evaluation of different levels of effective microorganism treated teff straw supplementation with concentrate feed on nutrient utilization and performance of yearling local lambs
Authors: Asres Abito , Mekuriaw Yeshambel , Yeheyis Likawent
Published: January 2025

Objective: This investigation aimed to assess various degrees of effective microorganism-treated teff straw supplementation with concentrate feed on nutrient consumption and performance in yearling intact local lambs.
Materials and Methods: Twenty-five yearling intact local male lambs weighing an average of 22.55 ± 2.43 kg (mean ± SD) at the beginning of their lives were used in the experiment. For this experiment, a randomized whole-block design was used.
Results: According to the results of the study, the CP content of the teff straw treated with different concentrations of beneficial microbes was marginally higher than that of the teff straw that was left untreated. Compared to lambs given untreated teff straw, the growth performance of the sheep in T3, T4, and T5 was considerably (p < 0.001) superior. The mean slaughter bodyweight and hot carcass weight of sheep in T5 were considerably (p < 0.01) greater than those of lambs in untreated teff straw. The partial budget analysis showed that lambs in T3 had a greater marginal rate of return and net income than lambs in other treatments.
Conclusion: Local lambs fed 500 ml effective microorganisms per 1 kg treated teff straw with 350 g of concentrate mixture-based feeding resulted in both biologically efficient and economically profitable.
Cardiovascular Diseases in HIV-Infected Patients at Kamenge Teaching Hospital in Burundi
Authors: Nsanzabagenzi Dionys , Ntawuyamara Epipode , Ye Pengfei , Niu Hongxin
Published: January 2025

Introduction: HIV-positive individuals are more prone to developing cardiovascular disease because of HIV-specific and non-traditional risk factors. This study aimed to describe cardiovascular diseases associated with HIV/AIDS in low-income settings.
Materials and methods: The study conducted at Kamenge Teaching Hospital in Burundi, from January 2022 to December 2023 was a prospective, observational study aimed at providing clinical and descriptive insights into HIV-infected patients receiving ARV medication, focusing on cardiovascular disease, positive HIV serology, and no prior cardiovascular disease.
Results: This study included 38 participants with cardiovascular disease from 115 HIV-infected patients (33.04 %). Our study included 26 (68.42%) women and 12 (31.58%) men. Their mean age was 48.60 ± 11.58 years. Widowhood was associated with cardiovascular disease in HIV-infected patients in our study, as indicated by the statistical analysis (p = 0.0171, χ2 = 9.6611 for CI = 95%). In our comprehensive study of cardiovascular diseases, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) emerged as the predominant condition, accounting for 34.21% of cases, followed by dilated cardiomyopathy at 28.95%. Valvular heart disease (21.05%), ischemic heart disease (18.42%), hypertension (15.79%), pericarditis (13.16%), and stroke and pulmonary arterial hypertension (7.89%) were also observed. Furthermore, pulmonary embolism and arrhythmia-induced cardiomyopathy were present in 2.63% of the study participants.
Conclusion: Cardiovascular diseases are diverse among patients with HIV infection. The most prevalent complications were deep vein thrombosis of the lower limbs, followed by dilated cardiomyopathy, valvular cardiomyopathy, ischemic cardiomyopathy, and hypertension, which caused heart failure in young people with severe immunosuppression.
EFL postgraduate students’ perceptions on the use of Grammarly and peer feedback to improve their academic writing skills
Authors: Ha Yen Nhi , Ho Ngoc Phuong
Published: January 2025

Grammarly and peer feedback have recently become two evaluative approaches that are commonly used in writing classes to provide effective comments on students’ writing (Fahmi & Cahyono, 2021). However, recent studies have only examined their effectiveness on students’ writing skills, neglecting their thoughts and perceptions. To address this gap, the paper explores EFL postgraduate students’ perceptions of using Grammarly and peer feedback activities to enhance their academic writing skills. The interview approach was incorporated to collect data, using the participation of 10 EFL postgraduate students who were learning at Van Lang University. The qualitative study indicates that students feel satisfied with both approaches; however, they all claimed that although their peers take more time to complete revision, those comments are more in-depth and constructive. Grammarly is fast but sometimes inappropriate and limited. Moreover, more learners prefer peer feedback. It is highly recommended that this study serve as a database for further quantitative research on other groups of participants.
Правовладдя як принцип публічного управління: стан наукового пізнання
Authors: Гльоза В. В.
Published: January 2025

Актуальність дослідження зумовлена потребою визначення стану наукового осмислення ролі верховенства права серед принципів публічного управління. Метою дослідження є класифікація досліджень верховенства права як принципу публічного управління задля подальшого визначення перспективних пізнання цього принципу. У роботі застосовано методи аналізу та узагальнення, які доповнюють один одного. Метод аналізу дозволяє виокремити ключові напрями досліджень і оцінити їхню методологічну обґрунтованість; метод узагальнення сприяє структуруванню наукових праць за предметом пізнання, створюючи системне уявлення проблематики. Гіпотеза дослідження ґрунтується на необхідності визначення стану наукового пізнання проблематики як основи для подальшого вивчення верховенства права як принципу публічного управління. Методика дослідження передбачає необхідність класифікації наукових досліджень проблематики правовладдя. У роботі обґрунтовано, що наукові дослідження, що висвітлюють окремі аспекти верховенства права як принципу публічного управління, доцільно класифікувати за предметним критерієм, що дозволяє краще зрозуміти багатовимірність цього феномену та виявити прогалини в його вивченні. Виділено три групи наукових публікацій: перша зосереджена на природі, сутності та змісті верховенства права; друга – на системі принципів публічного управління; третя – безпосередньо на верховенстві права як принципі публічного управління. Здійснений аналіз наукових джерел дозволяє систематизувати знання про верховенство права та визначити його ключову роль у забезпеченні законності, прозорості, підзвітності та ефективності публічного управління, що створює підґрунтя для розробки практичних механізмів реалізації правовладдя у публічному управлінні. Теоретичне значення дослідження визначається проведеною науковою класифікацією досліджень вітчизняних науковців щодо верховенства права як принципу публічного управління. Перспективою подальших досліджень є розробка комплексних підходів до розуміння верховенства права як системоутворюючого принципу, що визначає діяльність органів державної влади. Стаття має теоретичне спрямування.
Means of forming political loyalty of the younger generation of Russian emigrants to the Japanese occupation authorities in the territory of Northeast China (Manchuria)
Authors: Babkina E. S. , Pestushko Yu. S. , Yakimova S. I.
Published: January 2025

The article studies the peculiarities of the formation of political loyalty of the Russian younger generation of emigrants to the Japanese occupation authorities in Northeast China. The chronological scope of this study is defined as 1931–1945 and covers one of the most complex and controversial periods in the history of the Asia-Pacific region. Implementing a geostrategic program to conquer Asia in 1931, Japan occupied the northeastern part of China – Manchuria. In an effort to legitimize their rights and strengthen their influence in the annexed territory, the occupation authorities developed a non-standard, unique strategic program to build the population’s loyalty to the expansionist political regime. The new generation of Russian emigrants, being an effective and productive resource in terms of quality and quantity, capable of ensuring breakthrough development of an economically and industrially weak region in the shortest possible time, became an object of close attention for the representatives of the new government. Developed by the Japanese and implemented at the individual, institutional, and state levels, the system of legal, political, organizational, and ideological means of influencing the younger generation of Russian emigrants was aimed at forming a new generation of citizens of Manchukuo, loyal to the Japanese political regime and voluntarily implementing the pan-Asian program. The material for this research was the documents preserved in the emigrant funds of the State Archives of the Khabarovsk Territory: personal files of Russian emigrants, including correspondence with major figures of the Russian emigration during the period under study, materials from intelligence agencies, orders, instructions and reports, correspondence of officials and individuals responsible for the Japanese military mission; periodicals for children and youth published by Russians in China in the early to mid-20th century, which are currently a bibliographic rarity. The methodological basis of the work was made up of modern scientific approaches, principles, and research methods: historical-cultural, sociocultural, systemic-historical, cultural, comparative approach, nomothetic (generalizing) principle of research, methods of comparative-historical, synchronic, structural-typological, descriptive, biographical, and systemic analysis.
Implementation of Corporate Social Responsibility By Companies To Establish Corporate Existence In Society (A Review From Business and Legal Norm Perspectives)
Authors: Yulia Aris , Ayu Jati Putri Fatma
Published: January 2025

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) emerged as a prominent concept in the 1990s, garnering attention from academics, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and business practitioners. Initially, CSR focused on corporate accountability to shareholders but later expanded to include broader responsibilities to stakeholders, such as employees, consumers, suppliers, communities, and environmental constituents. In Indonesia, the legal framework for CSR is established under Law Number 25 of 2007 on Investment and Law Number 40 of 2007 on Limited Liability Companies, transforming CSR from a moral obligation into a legal mandate. This shift has sparked debates concerning the conceptual and practical aspects of CSR. However, fulfilling CSR obligations, both legal and social, positively impacts a company's existence in society. Companies adhering to these obligations are perceived more favorably, enhancing their corporate image and long-term sustainability. This study examines the implementation of CSR through the lens of business ethics and legal norms, highlighting its role in reinforcing corporate existence in the community.
Gamification for teacher professional development: the case for narrative approaches
Authors: Pozzi Francesca , Persico Donatella
Published: January 2025

Although gamification and the use of serious games in education are usually recommended, according to the literature in the field it seems these approaches are hardly used in teacher training contexts. This might depend on the fact that the use of strategies such as Points, Leaderboards and Badges, do not fit well with a context where collaboration and practice sharing need to be encouraged, rather than hindered by competitive mechanics. In this sense, narrative approaches seem to fit better with these contexts. In this paper we propose a gamification approach for Teacher Professional Development based on a narrative approach. Thanks to an exploratory study, we have tested the proposed approach and collected preliminary data that are presented. The main results are encouraging, as teachers’ reactions were positive in respect to the usefulness and effectiveness of the proposed approach and also in respect to their willingness to apply similar gamification strategies in their practice.
Phygital Education through Storytelling and Learning by Doing: the Binario 9 ¾ project
Authors: Sartori Fabio , Maga Claudia , Tosi Barbara , Varallo Alessandro
Published: January 2025

Alternatives didactic methods, based on the educational theory “learning by doing”, have been suggested in the transition from Curricula Based Education to Competence-Based Education (CBE). An example of alternative methods employed in this project is phygital education, which can be used as a profitable framework to implement innovative teaching method of STEM disciplines at school. In this paper we present a recent project, namely Binario 9 ¾, where phygital education has been developed through virtual communities of practice and digital storytelling adoption, to support students of middle school with learning disorders or difficulties to bridge the gap with others. The project was split into two phases: the first one from September 2019 till December 2021, characterized by COVID pandemic during which the developed materials have been mainly used in presence to support student with learning difficulties in mathematics due to language speaking; the second one from June 2022 to September 2023 during which the materials have been completely revised to be used online by students with specific learning disorders too (like dyslexia). The results reported in this paper show how inclusion, scholastic and educational success for students with learning disturbs or cultural barriers can be successfully obtained using the proposed approach.
Maintain the schooling of school refusers: conceptualization of a school reception protocol using digital technology.
Authors: Ferrandon-Vépierre Angélique , Di Loreto Inès , Verchier Yann
Published: January 2025

School Refusal (SR) can affect one pupil per class and last for several months or years. These pupils, who are more or less absent from school, represent a major challenge for schoolteachers, who find it difficult to understand these disorders and put in place solutions to keep them in school. For their part, SR pupils talk about the need to be able to build a future for themselves at school. An in-school reception protocol with face-to-face and distance learning sessions is drawn up on the basis of the needs of the pupils and the difficulties of dealing with them in the school environment. A contact person ensures good communication between all those involved. Digital technology is proposed as a mediator between the teachers, who send the educational content provided in class, and the anxious pupils who refuse to attend school. In this way, a new ecological intervention and monitoring system based on a program of actions has been devised to meet the needs of SR pupils.