bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Experimental rapid and small-scale ecological population divergence in the absence of current natural selection
Authors: Munar-Delgado Gabriel , Hidalgo-Rodríguez Paula , Sánchez-Montes Gregorio , Potti Jaime , Tella José , Forstmeier Wolfgang , Edelaar Pim
Published: January 2024

Adaptive divergence has long been a core topic in the field of evolutionary biology, with natural selection traditionally considered its only driver. Here we focus on the ability of matching habitat choice to generate population divergence and reproductive isolation. This alternative mechanism of divergence considers that individuals choose their habitats based on an evaluation of the ecological match between their phenotype and the available environments, which subsequently limits gene flow. To test this, we conducted experiments with captive zebra fiches equipped with transponder-tags and using transponder-operated bird feeders. We thereby created within a single aviary two areas with distinct resources, and the associated ecological traits that provided access to only one of the resources. We found that most zebra finches chose to breed in the same area as where they had access to their ecological resource, thereby creating population divergence in the absence of current natural selection on the ecological trait. This choice of breeding area indirectly resulted in assortative mating for the ecological trait. If the ecological trait were heritable, this assortative mating would carry the obtained divergence into the next generation. Our results experimentally confirm the predicted ability of matching habitat choice to drive rapid population divergence and limit maladaptive gene flow, especially at the small temporal and spatial scales where natural selection is unlikely to do so (here: one generation and one aviary). This might be increasingly relevant in a world where anthropogenic impacts create rapid environmental changes.
Performance-dependent movement: An alternative driver of adaptive divergence
Authors: Munar-Delgado Gabriel , Pulido Francisco , Edelaar Pim
Published: January 2024

It is a tenet of evolutionary biology that local adaptation is driven by natural selection, while it is hindered by gene flow. This is because random movements between populations disrupt the match between phenotype and the local environment. However, if individuals moved to the environments where they have higher ecological performance, movements between populations could facilitate local adaptation. Here we show that movements of individuals towards their phenotype-dependent optimal breeding areas rapidly result in adaptive population divergence. We manipulated local ecological performance in a wild population of Eurasian tree sparrows by creating an artificial ecological trait that gave differential access to a new food source. Individuals exhibited a very strong preference for the breeding sites where they had the highest ecological performance. This promoted higher reproductive success, local adaptation, assortative mating, and reproductive isolation with respect to the novel trait. Our results experimentally show how local adaptation can be achieved by directed movements of individuals, if they settle in the environment to which they are best adapted. Considering this mechanism of adaptation will improve our understanding of how populations and species adapt and diverge. This may be especially relevant for biodiversity management under global change, where organisms face rapid and novel environmental changes.
On the Beautéxicon: Anglicisms Translation in Spanish Cosmetic Leaflets
Authors: Esther Vázquez y del Árbol
Published: January 2024

Nowadays, with the constant search for ultimate perfection and the enhancement of beauty, there is an increased range of beauty treatments and therapies. Whereas the French language was regarded -among other issues- as a beauty and cosmetics language, additional languages have been added to the cosmetology world, such as Korean and English. As far as the latter is concerned, for centuries, English has been considered the lingua franca of science and technology, and this also applies to cosmetology. Considering the promptness of English-language cosmetic techniques rise, when rendering the translation of this language into Spanish, we witness a significant bonanza of anglicisms within the cosmetic field. Due to the difficulties entailed within the Spanish translation of these cosmetic anglicisms, we carried out a manual selection of a set of 10 English neologisms. Upon application of three translation techniques (pure anglicisms, evolved anglicisms, and cultural translation), we will then unveil the feasible translation alternatives into the Spanish language. By mapping this glossary out, we can offer both Translation and Interpreting Undergraduate students and professional scientific-technical translators additional alternatives other than the English language borrowing one.
Click-Wrap Agreement: Pengalihan Tanggungjawab Dalam Melindungi Konsumen
Authors: Chusnida Nabilah Luthfiyah
Published: January 2024

click-wrap agreement adalah bentuk perjanjian dengan sejumlah syarat dan ketentuan yang mencakup klausul perjanjian pada bagian akhir terdapat kotak kosong dengan kalimat I Agree atau saya setuju. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengkaji keabsahan dan kekuatan hukum click-wrap agreement sebagai kontrak baku elektronik. Metode pendekatan dalam penelitian ini pendekatan Yuridis Normatif dengan spesifikasi penelitian yang digunakan yakni deskriptif analitis dengan teknik pengumpulan data melalui bahan hukum berupa data sekunder yaitu peraturan perundang-undangan serta literatur. Data yang diperoleh kemudian diolah dan dianalisis dengan metode kualitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa kontrak elektronik saat ini terdapat beberapa bentuk salah satunya adalah click-wrap agreement. Dalam sebuah transaksi komersial sebelum menawarkan produknya dengan menampilkan syarat dan ketentuannya, sebelum lebih lanjut konsumen diharapkan membaca dengan seksama. Kemudian konsumen menyetujui syarat dan ketentuaan tersebut dengan mengklik kotak yang terdapat dalam kalimat “I Agree” atau saya setuju. Keabsahan dari click-wrap agreement pada pokoknya mengacu pada KUHPerdata dan UUPK terkait dengan pengalihan atau pembatasan tanggungjawab.
Urgensi Pengaturan Pertanian Perkotaan Berkelanjutan Berbasis Perubahan Iklim
Authors: Listiningrum Prischa , Magistra Muhammad Reza
Published: January 2024

Tulisan ini mengkaji regulasi yang berkaitan dengan upaya mitigasi dan adaptasi perubahan iklim pada sektor pertanian. Metode doktrinal digunakan untuk mengurai kewenangan pemerintah pusat dan daerah dalam mewujudkan pertanian berkelanjutan di tingkat perkotaan, terutama di kota Blitar, di mana pertanian telah terpengaruh secara negatif akibat perubahan cuaca. Penelitian ini menemukan bahwa Indonesia telah memiliki Undang-Undang Nomor 22 tahun 2019 tentang Sistem Budidaya Pertanian Berkelanjutan, yang mengandung 35 ketentuan yang mewajibkan regulasi lebih lanjut di tingkat daerah. Namun, tidak semua daerah, termasuk Kota Blitar, telah melaksanakan mandat ini.
The Need for Artificial Intelligence in Solving Unsolved Criminal Cases and Sentencing in Malaysia
Authors: Tan Pei Yee
Published: January 2024

As humans, it is common for judges to give wrong verdicts when making decisions, especially in criminal cases. As such, those who feel that they have been wronged by the courts will thus appeal against the decisions. Due to the sheer volume of appeals, it has resulted in a backlog of cases. However, there is no one solution to solve the problem other than calling the judicial officers to improve themselves with legal knowledge before the real use of Artificial Intelligence in legal policy. In the current digital era, it is believed that Artificial Intelligence can accelerate and automate the review of potential evidence in identifying the most relevant and accurate evidence. With the help of Artificial Intelligence, it will reduce court unsolved cases. Countries such as the United States of America, Colombia, and China have started implementing Artificial Intelligence in their respective judicial systems. Yet Singapore’s criminal courts have no plan to use Artificial Intelligence in sentencing. Therefore, it has raised questions like should Malaysia’s judicial response to the use of Artificial Intelligence in cracking those backlog criminal cases and how far could it go in helping the judges. This paper seeks to highlight the issues.
Social Justice in CALL-Mediated EFL Teaching: A Case of Indonesia
Authors: Anas Ismail , Basri Muhammad , Nur Sahril
Published: January 2024

Research into social justice in ELT has become increasingly critical. However, social justice in CALL, especially synchronous online EFL teaching, is scarcely investigated. Some lecturers are ignorant of the value of social justice in their Google Meet and Zoom classes. To fill this void, the study examined the lecturers’ perceived fairness, equity, respect, generosity, tolerance, and digital safety in SOLT. This article reports on a virtual case study that showcases the lecturers’ social justice and its transformation into their virtual learning environment. Twelve English lecturers agreed to participate in the study. Data were collected via a self-evaluation survey, virtual observation, and semi-structured interviews. As a result, the study shed light on four critical points: 1) the paucity of lecturers’ social justice knowledge and skills, 2) the call for negotiated pedagogy, 3) the absence of social justice in CALL pedagogy and 4) the need for social justice online community of practice. The study’s implication encourages language teachers to improve their social justice skills and literacies through CPD and CALL pedagogy.
DIGITAL MARKETING FEATURES IN TIK TOK INFLUENCE PURCHASE DECISION: A STUDY AMONG USIM STUDENTS
Authors: Jumali Nurul Wahidah , Mustaffa Norsimaa
Published: January 2024

Due to the rise of social media, it has become a popular medium for marketers to generate qualified leads, launch new products, communicate with target audiences, and increase brand awareness quickly and effectively. Advancement of technology with the existence of the internet enable globally transmitted information in a faster way and focusing on social media presence as an effective platform for digital marketing. Marketers can use social media to display their products in creative ways, such as by creating videos. TikTok is among the most widely used social media. This study investigated an understanding about the digital marketing features in TikTok influence purchase decisions among students. Due to the fact that the information published on TikTok is short, entertaining, trendy, creative, and highly engaging, these platforms have become well-liked for marketing campaigns. Therefore, the purpose of this research is to study about digital marketing features in TikTok that can influence students in purchasing decisions.

This research will provide new insights into the reasons and the effect of digital marketing features by using the TikTok platform. For this study, a qualitative research design through the in-depth interview was used, with 6 informants and interview questions were prepared. The interview questions were designed to help researchers accomplish the objectives of the research. Informants for this study mainly focused on students from the Faculty of Leadership and Management (FKP), USIM (Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia) who were selected by purposive sampling. The Theory of Reasoned Action (TRA) has been used in this research to examine how an individual's attitude toward a behaviour can reflect their evaluation or generally feel about that behaviour. It has also been used to measure the subjective norms within a person's perception of social pressure to engage in or avoid from engaging in a specific behaviour, which builds a strong foundation for the consumer purchase decision. This study found that the digital marketing features in TikTok that can influence students’ purchase decisions are TikTok Shop, Short video content, and TikTok’s live sales. Other than that, the effect of the digital marketing features could lead someone to become extravagant and addicted behaviours. This approach will allow current and future researchers to gain a better understanding of the digital marketing features in TikTok that can influence purchase decisions among students and its effect.
Shear Strength Evaluation of Concrete Beams with FRP Transverse Rebar
Authors: Sakcalı Gökhan Barış , Yüksel İsa
Published: January 2024

Rebar corrosion in traditional reinforced concrete (RC) components may lead to a decrease in service life and carrying capacity. This condition is one of the reasons of the growing popularity of Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) rebars as a corrosion-resistant alternative, particularly in RC infrastructure projects. Because the material properties and behavior of FRP rebar are very different from conventional steel rebar, the calculations used for reinforced concrete with conventional steel reinforcement should be updated for this material. The aim of this study is to propose a new shear strength prediction model for RC beams with transverse steel rebar in order to calculate the shear strength of RC beams with FRP transverse rebar according to TS-500, which is the Turkish Building Code. To achieve this goal, Finite Element Method (FEM) models were created for 27 RC beams with FRP transverse rebars and 9 RC beams without transverse rebars. Furthermore, for RC beams with FRP transverse rebars, a prediction model has been developed. Additionally, 13 prediction models obtained from regulations or scientific studies were compared to the proposed prediction model using a database of 105 tests obtained from previous experimental studies. It was observed that the proposed prediction model provides more consistent results with the test database from the literature compared to the models suggested by other regulations or studies. Therefore, by modifying the shear strength relations recommended in TS-500 for RC beams with transverse steel rebar, they can also be applied to RC beams with transverse FRP rebars.
Essential Steps in Writing and Publishing a Scientific Research Paper
Authors: Yousuf Rabeya , Salam Md Mushtahid , Amreen Shaeri Jahra , Zakaria Hasbullani , Zainol Jamaludin , Salam Abdus , Mahmood Abu Kholdun Al
Published: January 2024

Abstract not available

Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol. 23 No. 01 January’24 Page : 12-17
One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass Surgery: Consequences Over Diabetic Parameters
Authors: Singh Arya , Ahmad Rahnuma , Sinha Susmita , Haq Md Ahsanul , Narwaria Mahendra , Sharma Ankur , Haque Mainul , Kumar Santosh , Sanghani Nandita
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Excessive weight gain in individuals leads to various metabolic disorders, such as diabetes mellitus, contributing to a further increase in body mass index (BMI). Thus, the patient enters a vicious cycle that leads to irreversible health damage. Bariatric surgery has displayed positive outcomes of weight loss with the return of BMI towards normal, which may reduce blood glucose levels to near normal. The remission of diabetes mellitus may be attributed to the reduction in inflammation, improvement of insulin resistance, lowering of peptide YY, and overall improved metabolic state of the body.

Methods: One fifty patients, both female and male, in the age group of 20-60 years with grade II and grade III obesity having mean BMI of 45.63±6.54 (male) and 41.81± 5.93kg/m2 (female) were randomly selected for this study. Hemoglobin, Fasting Blood sugar (FBS), 2 hours postprandial blood sugar (PP2BS). Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) serum insulin was assessed at the visit, marked as a baseline, then again at the visit 3 months, and finally at the visit by the patient 6 months after bariatric surgery.

Results: Hemoglobin level increased significantly from baseline at the 3rd-month post-surgery visit. FBS increased substantially from baseline at the 3rd-month postsurgery visit, which decreased considerably at the 6th-month visit following surgery. HbA1c showed a significant decrease in level from baseline following surgery.

Conclusion: Improvement in BMI following bariatric surgery may have a positive impact on blood glucose levels in diabetic patients who may hope to see better management of their condition and may enjoy a better quality of life.

Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol. 23 No. 01 January’24 Page : 29-38
Histomorphology of the Beta-Cells and Phytochemical Evaluation of Ethanolic Leaf Extract of Africa Star Apple - Chrysophyllum albidum (Sapotaceae)
Authors: Anna Idaguko C , Ikuoyah Awopetu P , Ademola Oremosu A , Duru Francis I O
Published: January 2024

Objective: Studies have recognized the numerous health benefits of Chrysophyllum albidum. This study examine the phytochemical evaluation of ethanolic leaf extract of C. albidum and its histological effects on the beta-cells of streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats.

Method: Forty-two Sprague-Dawley rats (170- 200 g) were divided into six (n=7) groups. Groups 1 and 2 were given 10 mL of normal saline; group 3 was given 2 mg/kg of glibenclamide; and groups 4, 5, and 6 were given 125, 250, and 500 mg/kg/ day of C. albidum ethanolic leaf extract, respectively. Except for group 1, animals in groups 2-6 were injected intraperitoneally with 50 mg/kg streptozotocin after 14 days of oral treatment with normal saline, glibenclamide, and extract. For the next 14 days, rats were given normal saline, glibenclamide, and extract. The rats were fasted overnight before sacrifice on day 14; the pancreas was removed under diethyl ether anaesthesia and prepared for histological examination using a modified aldehyde fuchsin staining technique. Standard procedures were used for phytochemical evaluation and proximate analysis.

Results: It was observed histological that the pancreatic tissues revealed cellular regeneration of the damage beta cells at a doses of 250 and 500 mg/kg/day. Phytochemical screening revealed the following; anthocyanin, cardiac glycosides, alkaloids, flavonoids, phenols, terpenoids, reducing sugar, and tannins while proximate analysis confirmed that the leaf contained 4.83% moisture, 39.59% crude fibre, 3.35% ash, 2.35% crude fats, 3.21% crude proteins and 46.71% carbohydrate.

Conclusion: The results shows that C. albidum may possess a strong pharmacological activity owing to its rich phyto- constituents. This may have mediated its antidiabetic action by pancreatic beta cells regeneration. Hence, C. albidum could be a potential drug precursor for management of diabetes.

Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol. 23 No. 01 January’24 Page : 63-73
Comparing clinical course and patients out comes in patients undergoing Open surgical Versus Thoracoscopic closure of the atrial and ventricular septal defects in children
Authors: Mukhamedov Ikromzhon , Ma Zengshan , Joshibayev Seitkhan
Published: January 2024

The current study is aimed at evaluation of the impact of different surgical approaches while correcting congenital heart diseases (CHD). Clinical outcomes like; operative time, complications, hospital stay were evaluated in children undergoing surgical repair of atrial septal defect (ASD) and ventricular septal defect (VSD).

Patients and methods: Between 2015 and 2019, a total of 111 patients surgically managed for CHD with male: female ratio of…. and mean age 10.42±3.24 years. Two surgical approaches: open either right anterolateral thoracotomy or sternotomy and thoracoscopic were used. The study conducted to determine the operative time, ICU stay, complications, recovery period and long term follow up of the patients in both the groups.

Results: 67 patients with ASD and 44 patients with VSD underwent cardiac surgery. Mean operation time was significantly longer in TS patients in comparison with TT and ST groups. However, mean intensive care unit (ICU) stay and hospital stay were significantly shorter in TS group in comparison with TT and ST patients.

Conclusion: TS approach in repair of congenital heart defects not only resulted of good cosmetic effect, but also reduces time in ICU and hospital stay in comparison with “classical” operational techniques. In this article we tried to show the whole results of research.

Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol. 23 No. 01 January’24 Page : 115-120
A Single Centre Demographic and Clinico-epidemiological Profile of Pityriasis Versicolor in Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Ismail Bhoraniya Abdullah , Nawab Mohammad , Fatima Syeda Hajra
Published: January 2024

Background: Pityriasis Versicolor (PV) is a chronic superficial fungal infection of skin caused by lipophilic yeast Malassezia species. Its prevalence, predisposing factors and clinical presentations varies in different geographical locations around the world. Despite being a common disease, its diagnosis and treatment remain a challenge. The aim of this study was to document the clinico-epidemiological characteristics of the participants diagnosed with PV.

Materials and Methods: A descriptive crosssectional study was carried out on 104 consecutive participants attending the Outpatient Department of National Research Institute of Unani Medicine for Skin Disorders, Hyderabad during 1st July, 2020 and 31stJuly, 2021. Their demographic data, risk factors, clinical features, and temperament were recorded in the case record form. The participants were diagnosed clinically and confirmed by direct microscopy. The data were analysed retrospectively.

Results: In this study, 75 participants (72%) were males and the ratio of male to female was 2.6:1. The most frequently affected participants were in 20–40 years of age group. The mean age was 29.14 (±10.52) years. PV was present in 28.8% students, 21.15% workers, 31.7% employees, 11.5% housewives and 6.7% businessmen. The most common affected site was back followed by neck and chest. PV was found prone to the Fitzpatrick skin types 4 (49.03%) and 3 (27.8%). Hypo-pigmented lesions were more common.The Malassezia species was present in multiple lesions of all the participants.

Conclusions: This study documented the clinico-epidemiological profile of PV. The findings of this study may provide us current understanding of PV in India.

Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol. 23 No. 01 January’24 Page : 141-149
The Psychological Symptoms and Difficulties Experienced By Parents of Children with Autism
Authors: KÖSE Semra , Sezer Hilal Kurt , Kucukoglu Sibel
Published: January 2024

Objective: This study investigated the psychological symptoms and difficulties experienced by parents of children with autism.

Method: This descriptive and cross-sectional study was conducted between November 2021 and June 2022. The sample consisted of 218 parents of children aged 3-18 living in XX. The sample was divided into two: 110 parents of children with autism and 108 parents of healthy children.

Results: Parents of children with autism had a mean age of 36.15±6.142, while parents of healthy children had a mean age of 36.65±7.057. More than half of the parents of children with autism stated that they worried about their children’s future and had difficulty taking care of other children of theirs, making time for themselves, and maintaining daily life. On the other hand, only a quarter of the parents of healthy children stated that they worried about their children’s future and had difficulty taking care of other children of theirs, making time for themselves, and maintaining daily life. Parents of children with autism had a significantly higher mean anxiety, depression and hostility subscale score than parents of healthy children (p<0.05).

Conclusions: Parents of children with autism experience more difficulties and present with more symptoms of anxiety, depression, and hostility than parents of healthy children. Parents of children with special needs need to be psychologically reassured and supported.

Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol. 23 No. 01 January’24 Page : 179-188
Differences in expression of interleukin-6 and tumor necrosis factor-alpha fallopian tubes non-patent and fallopian tubes patent
Authors: Budihastuti Uki Retno , Laqif Abdurahman , Melinawati Eriana , Prakosa Teguh , Udiyanto Hermawan , Priyanto Heru , Darto - , Ratnasari Affi Angelia , Anggraeni Asih , Wijayanti Agung Sari , Dewi Devi Cynthia , Hann Kresto Atalyo De
Published: January 2024

Background: Fallopian tube infertility results from sexually transmitted infections and pelvic inflammatory diseases. The most common causes of infertility in women are infections caused by Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae. These bacterial infections initiate an inflammatory reaction, and ongoing inflammation leads to scarring, obstructing the reproductive tract, and infertility. The pro-inflammatory cytokines IL-6 and TNF-α are involved in the inflammation response triggered by Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae infections. The study aimed to investigate the connection between the expression of IL-6 and TNF-α in patent and non-patent fallopian tubes.

Methods: Analytical observational research with a cross-sectional approach. The 30 subjects were divided into two groups. Group I consisted of 15 subjects diagnosed with non-patent fallopian tubes, and group II consisted of 15 subjects diagnosed with patent fallopian tubes. Sampling technique using consecutive sampling. The research was conducted at Dr. Moewardi General Hospital from January to June 2022. Both groups were assessed based on age, BMI, parity, level of education, occupation, type of infertility, and expression of IL-6 and TNF-α.

Results: The expression levels of IL-6 and TNF-α were compared between non-patent and patent fallopian tubes, with statistical analysis indicating a significant difference between the two groups. The p-value for IL-6 was 0.008, and the p-value for TNF-α was 0.030.

Conclusion: There was a significant difference in IL-6 expression between the non-patent fallopian tube and the patent fallopian tube, with the IL-6 expression being higher in the non-patent fallopian tube than in the patent fallopian tube. Similarly, the expression of TNF-α on the non-patent fallopian tube and patent fallopian tube shows a higher expression of TNF-α on the non-patent fallopian tube than the patent fallopian tube.

Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol. 23 No. 01 January’24 Page : 221-227
In response to ‘Mastectomy under Local Anesthesia in Locally Advanced Breast Cancer in an Unfit Patient
Authors: Munasinghe BM
Published: January 2024

Abstract not available

Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol. 23 No. 01 January’24 Page : 276-277
Assessment of Severity of Acute Pancreatitis in Children: Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS) Score
Authors: Fathema Kaniz , Karim ASM Bazlul , Alam Rubaiyat , Begum Fahmida , Mazumder Md Wahiduzzaman , Nahid Khan Lamia , Benzamin Md , Hasan Mohammad Shariful , Akter Sharmin , Ahmed Mizu
Published: January 2024

Acute pancreatitis (AP) is a prompt inflammatory process of the pancreas and it may be ranged from mild to severe pancreatitis with variable involvement of regional tissues and remote organ systems. Though there are many scoring systems for adults but scarce of scoring system for assessing the severity of acute pancreatitis among paediatric cases increase their suffering. Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS) can be useful for assessing the severity of acute pancreatitis in children. It is reported that SIRS has good sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value and negative predictive value. The aim of this study was to assess the severity of acute pancreatitis in paediatric cases from the scores of SIRS. This cross-sectional descriptive study was coducted in the Department of Paediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU), Dhaka, Bangladesh for a period of 1.5 years from May 2019 to October 2020. A total of 25 children with acute pancreatitis were selected purposively and SIRS was evaluated. The sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value and negative predictive value of SIRS was calculated. Out of 25 acute pancreatitis children, 18 (mean age, 10.27±4.0 years) were diagnosed as mild AP and 7 (mean age, 10.54 ±4.0 years) as severe AP. Fourteen (56.0%) children were male and less than half 11 (44%) of children had pallor and most of them 23 (92%) had abdominal tenderness. There was no statistically significant difference between mild and severe AP in terms of serum lipase, amylase, BUN and CRP (p > 0.05). SIRS score was ≥2 in 7 (100%) severe AP patients and score was ≥2 in 4 (22.2%) mild AP patients and it was statistically significant (p=0.001). Sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value (PPV), negative predictive value (NPV) and accuracy of SIRS score in predicting severe acute pancreatitis was 100%, 77.8%, 63.6%, 100% and 84% respectively. This study finds that SIRS score can effectively assess the severity of acute pancreatitis in the paediatric age group. Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS) score at admission can be used to assess the severity of acute pancreatitis.
Bangladesh Med J. 2022 Sept; 51(3): 10-17
Establishment of an Effective in vitro Regeneration System for Sugar Beet (Beta vulgaris L.)
Authors: Mohtasim Munira , Islam Tahmina
Published: January 2024

Plant regeneration and dedifferentiation are known to be difficult for sugar beet (Beta vulgaris L.) due to its recalcitrant nature. This leads to low transformation efficiency and thus successful application of plant molecular techniques is limited in sugar beet for its genetic enhancement. A prolific regeneration method has been established by modulating several plant growth regulators on the in vitro regeneration of Beta vulgaris var. V6 KWS Serenada. Several types of explants excised from young seedlings of this variety were used for both direct and indirect regeneration of shoots. The highest response towards direct shoot formation and callus induction were obtained from cotyledonary nodes and hypocotyls, respectively. Explants were cultured on MS medium supplemented with different concentrations of BAP, GA3 and 2, 4 -D for callus induction as well as formation of shoots. Hypocotyls responded well for callus induction on MS medium containing 0.1 mg/l BAP + 2.0 mg/l 2, 4-D, while cotyledonary nodes exhibited the highest responses towards shoot formation on MS medium containing 1.0 mg/l BAP and 1.5 mg/l GA3. MS medium containing 2.0 mg/l IBA produced the highest number of roots per shoot. The in vitro raised rooted plantlets were successfully transferred to soil for acclimatization.
Plant Tissue Cult. & Biotech. 33(2): 181-188, 2023 (December)
Leveraging A Multi-Criteria Decision-Making Approach with AHP & TOPSIS Method for the Selection of IoT-Based Inverter Smart Grid System and Smart Meter in Solar Photovoltaic and Wind Turbine Installations at Pelabuhan Ratu CFPP.
Authors: Prayogo Bobby , Yudisaputro Hendra
Published: January 2024

The effective selection of inverters plays a critical role in optimising the efficiency and performance of solar photovoltaic (PV) and wind turbine systems. Inverters have a direct impact on overall energy conversion efficiency and system output by influencing their efficiency and reliability. Inverter selection also involves essential criteria such as cost, compatibility with renewable energy sources, and environmental considerations. Therefore, a comprehensive and systematic approach is necessary to thoroughly assess and compare various inverter options.

This study utilises a multi-criteria decision-making methodology to address these challenges. It assesses the identified criteria using the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) and ranks them to determine the most suitable solution through the Technique for Order of Preference by Similarity to the Ideal Solution (TOPSIS). As a result, the investigation identifies smart grid and smart metre inverters as the optimal solutions, effectively addressing concerns related to power stability, communication and connectivity, security, data management, and cost.

The proposed methodology yields a substantial total equity portion of USD 9,325.71, along with impressive annual earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) of USD 1,734.09. The estimated payback period is 6.85 years, and the return on investment (ROI) reaches a remarkable 338.07%. Additionally, the nett income significantly reduces the production cost, amounting to USD 40,853.34 in a single period.
Desain Model Artificial Intelligence Untuk Peningkatan Customer Experience & Penjualan Tenaga Listrik Melalui Penambahan Fitur Virtual Customer Support Pada Aplikasi PLN Mobile
Authors: AZHAR DZULFIKAR
Published: January 2024

This study focuses on efforts to improve Customer Experience by incorporating Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based features into the PLN Mobile application. Given the challenges where many customers remain unaware of the variety of PLN products, the process of becoming a customer, and the boundaries of customer and PLN responsibilities, this research proposes the application of AI to improve customer interactions with PLN. The primary objective is to create an effective AI Chat Bot model for Customer Support, capable of efficiently serving both customers and non-customers. The methodology employed is the DM3 (Data-Driven Decision Management) approach, encompassing stages of data collection, pre-processing, AI model development, testing, launching, and further development. The primary focus is on integrating Natural Language Processing and Machine Learning technologies to enrich customer interactions. The results indicate that implementing an AI Chat Bot in PLN Mobile can enhance Customer Experience, facilitate communication, and gather valuable data for customer service activities. This Chat Bot feature not only improves service quality but also provides new information for PT PLN (persero) from customer activities, ultimately aiding in the increase of electricity sales.

 

Keywords: Customer Experience, Artificial Intelligence, PLN Mobile
Analisis Sentiment Pembelajaran Tatap Muka Terbatas (PTMT) Selama Pandemik Covid-19 Menggunakan Algoritma Naïve Bayes
Authors: Cahyana Yana
Published: January 2024

Munculnya pandemi Covid-19 menciptakan banyak perubahan dalam berbagai tatanan masyarakat, termasuk pada bidang pendidikan. Setelah vaksinasi gencar dilakukan, pemerintah berinisiasi melaksanakan kegiatan pembelajaran tatap muka secara terbatas untuk tetap mencegah rantai penyebaran virus. Hal tersebut menimbulkan perbedaan respons di antara masyarakat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis bagaimana masyarakat memberikan berbagai respons  dengan menggunakan metode Naive Bayes dimana algoritma ini dipercaya memiliki efektivitas keakuratan serta kecepatan publikasi basis data yakni dengan implementasi salah satu media sosial, Twitter. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa algoritma Naive Bayes Classifier menghasilkan nilai akurasi sebesar 58,23%, dengan kata kunci  “PTM”, dan “PTM Terbatas”. Diperoleh juga nilai siknronitas antar data- Pecision Score  sebesar 48,85%, nilai Recall sebesar 76,48% dan nilai F1-Score sebesar 59,62 %
Dashboard Strategis untuk Mengukur Ketercapaian Pengembangan Ekonomi Kreatif Kabupaten Bojonegoro
Authors: Lemantara Julianto , Utama Hildan Hanjar , Utama Hildan Hanjar , Utama Hildan Hanjar , Sudarmaningtyas Pantjawati
Published: January 2024

Sektor industri ekonomi kreatif mengandalkan inovasi, keahlian, dan potensi individu untuk menciptakan lapangan kerja dan kemakmuran. Peran penting Dinas Kebudayaan dan Pariwisata Kabupaten Bojonegoro (Disbudpar) dalam mengembangkan sektor ini bertujuan meningkatkan daya saing ekonomi daerah berdasarkan potensi lokal. Namun, Disbudpar menghadapi hambatan dalam menentukan wilayah potensial Ekraf yang perlu dikembangkan dan dibina, serta dalam menghasilkan sertifikasi untuk karya dan produk. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini menerapkan metode Business Intelligence yang melibatkan pengintegrasian dan pengelolaan data terkait aktivitas industri ekonomi kreatif, untuk menyusun strategi pengembangan Ekraf. Metode Clustering digunakan dalam pemilihan dan penentuan wilayah pengembangan. Hasil dan pembahasan dari Clustering dengan metode K-Means menunjukkan adanya tiga klaster wilayah dengan karakteristik yang berbeda. Klaster wilayah potensial mencakup 14,29% dari total anggota klaster, klaster wilayah berkembang mencakup 32,14%, dan klaster wilayah rendah mencakup 53,57%. Selain itu, penggunaan Key Performance Indicators (KPI) digunakan untuk mengevaluasi kinerja pengembangan Ekraf. Hasil dari uji penerimaan pengguna menunjukkan tingkat penerimaan yang tinggi sebesar 100% terhadap dashboard yang telah dikembangkan. Dengan menerapkan Business Intelligence, informasi tentang jumlah pelaku ekonomi kreatif, pertumbuhan ekonomi kreatif, dan data penyerapan anggaran dapat diakses dan digunakan dalam mengukur strategi pengembangan di bidang ekonomi kreatif.
Optimalisasi Pengolahan Data Akuntansi Accurate dengan Penerapan Server Database dan VPN menggunakan Metode Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) di PT Indosterling Group
Authors: Yazrul Yazrul Andrian
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengoptimalkan pengolahan data akuntansi Accurate di PT Indosterling Group dengan menerapkan server database dan Virtual Private Network (VPN) menggunakan metode Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa dengan penerapan Accurate Server dan penggunaan VPN dengan metode PPTP, pengolahan data akuntansi Accurate dapat dioptimalkan secara efisien, memungkinkan pengambilan keputusan bisnis yang lebih tepat waktu. Penggunaan VPN juga memberikan lapisan keamanan tambahan dalam komunikasi data antara kantor pusat dan cabang-cabang PT Indosterling Group, meningkatkan keamanan dan kerahasiaan data perusahaan. Dengan sistem ini, akses ke database Accurate Accounting Desktop menjadi lebih mudah dan efisien, pengguna dapat mengakses data secara real-time dan melakukan pemrosesan dengan cepat. Selain itu, sistem ini meningkatkan kinerja jaringan PT Indosterling Group dengan mengoptimalkan pengaturan bandwidth melalui VPN. Secara keseluruhan, penerapan server database Accurate dan VPN dengan metode PPTP di PT Indosterling Group membawa manfaat signifikan dalam optimalisasi pengolahan data akuntansi, meningkatkan keamanan data, menyederhanakan akses, dan meningkatkan kinerja jaringan. Dengan demikian, sistem ini menjadi solusi efektif untuk meningkatkan efisiensi dan keamanan pengelolaan data akuntansi perusahaan.
Smart Parking System Menggunakan Ultra High Frequency RFID Dengan Progressive Web Apps (PWAs)
Authors: Anggraini Nenny
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan sebuah sistem parkir pintar yang menggunakan teknologi Progressive Web Apps (PWA). Dalam penelitian ini, digunakan teknologi PWA sebagai platform utama yang memungkinkan penggunaan sistem parkir tanpa memerlukan aplikasi khusus yang harus diunduh dan di-install pada perangkat pengguna. Sistem parkir ini dibuat untuk memberikan pengalaman contactless yang memungkinkan kendaraan masuk dan keluar dari area parkir tanpa harus melakukan interaksi fisik dengan perangkat atau petugas parkir. Untuk mencapai hal ini, penggunaan perangkat ESP32 digunakan sebagai kontroler utama untuk menerima data dari pembaca RFID dan mengirimnya ke server. Sementara itu, penggunaan RFID HW-VX6330K sebagai sistem identifikasi contactless memungkinkan pengguna untuk membaca dan memvalidasi data kendaraan saat masuk dan keluar area parkir dengan mudah dan cepat. Melalui implementasi smart parking system ini, diharapkan dapat mengurangi antrian kendaraan pada saat keluar dan masuk area parkir, meningkatkan efisiensi penggunaan ruang parkir, serta memberikan kemudahan dan kenyamanan bagi pengguna parkir.
Penggunaan Pernafasan Pintar (Smart Breather) Pada Transformator Dibandingkan Dengan Pernafasan Konvensional
Authors: Pahiyanti Novi Gusti , Sukmajati Sigit
Published: January 2024

Savings in using electric fuel in the use of fossil fuel electricity must be reduced. This research was conducted as an effort to save the use of electricity by using solar power plants as the main source, with the making of this research it is hoped that it can be used for electricity consumption at a more economical cost and the use of electric stoves can be used in daily life. The selection of materials and this research can be seen from the existing literature and field studies. Solar power plants in this study use some equipment such as solar panels that by utilizing solar energy will be a source of initial voltage, a regulator control battery as a regulator of electric power charging to the battery (battery), battery (battery) as a storage of electrical power, and an inverter for convert the dc to ac voltage from the battery (battery). The equipment is the main equipment used to turn on the electric stove which is the main burden in this application. This research is expected to be a reference for the use of solar energy for electric stoves in an effort to save electricity. This equipment also refers to the amount of power used on an electric stove of 300 W, with an observation time of 7 hours a day, so that it will produce a current that flows at 6.8 A, and a voltage of 17.3 Volts which occurs at 11.00 WIB .
Analisa Hasil Pengukuran Tahanan Pentanahan Pada Peralatan di Switchyard Gardu Induk Angke PT. PLN (Persero) UIT – JBB Duri Kosambi
Authors: Hajar Ibnu , Romadani Dela
Published: January 2024

Substation is part of the electric power system that distributes electrical energy from the generator to the load. It is necessary to ensure safety and security guarantees for the installed equipment and humans at the substation. This research discusses the results of measuring grounding resistance on equipment in the switchyard with quantitative methods based on the results of measuring equipment grounding resistance, step voltage, touch voltage. The quantitative method is based on the quality of the equipment grounding resistance at the Angke Substation switchyard. The value of the equipment grounding resistance at the substation must be able to meet the IEEE Std standard 80 – 2000 that is < 1 ?. The smaller the grounding value obtained, the better of the grounding. Based on the results of this study, the value of the grounding resistance of the Angke Substation is 0,13 V. The value of the touch voltage is 651.55 V for humans weighing 70 kg and 481.4 V for humans weighing 50 kg. With the value of the permissible touch voltage is 626 V. The step voltage value is 2135.2 V for a human weighing 70 kg, and 1577.6 V for a human weighing 50 kg. With a permissible step voltage value of 2216 V.
Penerapan Algoritma K-means dan Metode Elbow Untuk Clustering Tingkat Pencemaran Sampah Plastik pada Kabupaten/Kota di Seluruh Indonesia
Authors: Darmawan Candra , Setiyawan Yesaya , Prasetyo Rahmat Ady , Qurrota’Ayyun Sitti Khodijah
Published: January 2024

Sampah plastik paling sering dibuang oleh perorangan, toko, dan bisnis besar. Sehingga, perlu dilakukan clustering pada seluruh Kabupaten/Kota di Indonesia. Tujuannya untuk melihat, dalam rentang tahun 2019 – 2022 apakah pencemaran sampah plastik di setiap cluster mengalami peningkatan, penurunan, atau stabil. Hal ini dapat dilakukan dengan menggunakan data mining berbasis clustering. Algoritma yang cocok diterapkan adalah K-means. Untuk mendapatkan hasil cluster yang optimal, perlu dilakukan penentuan cluster dengan memanfaatkan metode elbow. Hasilnya, Pada tahun 2019-2022, cluster 0 meningkat dari 82 menjadi 86 kabupaten/kota, cluster 1 meningkat dari 17 menjadi 34 kabupaten/kota, dan cluster 2 meningkat dari 143 menjadi 191 kabupaten/kota. Manfaat penelitian ini diharapkan menjadi sumber informasi sekaligus perhatian masyarakat Indonesia untuk sama-sama menurunkan tingkat pencemaran lingkungan sampah plastik, terutama bagi Kabupaten/Kota cluster tinggi.
Memprediksi Nilai Tukar Pembudidayaan Ikan di Provinsi Papua Barat dengan Menggunakan Metode Linear Regression
Authors: Afifa Nur , Ubaydillah  , Meidika Edi
Published: January 2024

Nilai Tukar Pembudidayaan Ikan (NTPI) merupakan alat ukur yang diperoleh melalui perbandingan antara harga jual dangan harga barang dan jasa yang digunakan pembudidaya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui atau memprediksi hasil dari NTPI. Metode yang di gunakan pada penelitian ini adalah regresi linier. Penelitian ini menggunakan Jupyter Notebook sebagai platform pengolahan data dengan menggabungkan konsep data mining dan analisis regresi. Analisis data budidaya ikan dan faktor terkait seperti indeks penerimaan petani, indeks konsumsi rumah tangga, dll untuk memprediksi nilai NTPI. Hasil ini menunjukkan bahwa meskipun prediksi memberikan wawasan, terdapat keterbatasan tertentu ketika menggunakan model regresi linier untuk memprediksi masa depan.  Mean squared error (MSE) sebesar 90,78 sehingga diperlukan pertimbangan lebih lanjut untuk meningkatkan akurasi model. Meskipun demikian, penelitian ini akan memberikan dasar bagi pemerintah provinsi Papua Barat untuk menerapkan langkah-langkah yang lebih efektif di sektor perikanan budidaya.
Sistem Informasi Beasiswa Mahasiswa Berprestasi Wonogiri Berbasis Mobile
Authors: Ariyanto Albertus Novvidi Setyo , Sejati RR. Hajar Puji
Published: January 2024

Beasiswa merupakan bantuan untuk menunjang pendidikan yang sering diberikan kepada pelajar, baik untuk pelajar berprestasi maupun pelajar yang tidak mampu dalam bidang ekonomi. Penyaluran bantuan uang pendidikan umumnya bertujuan untuk mendukung siswa yang kurang mampu agar dapat mengikuti pendidikan walaupun dengan kondisi keuangan yang kurang. Pemerintah Kabupaten Wonogiri sendiri telah menyiapkan program beasiswa untuk mahasiswa berprestasi guna mendongkrak sumber daya manusia di Kabupaten Wonogiri. Di Kabupaten Wonogiri sendiri banyak mahasiswa yang membutuhkan bantuan tersebut, tetapi mereka masih kesulitan mendapatkan informasi mengenai program tersebut karena kurangnya media informasi yang belum mendukung. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah model rapid application development (RAD). Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk merancang aplikasi untuk menghasilkan sistem informasi beasiswa berbasis mobile. Hasil penelitian ini berupa aplikasi yang dapat membantu mempermudah mahasiswa untuk mendapatkan informasi dan mendaftar beasiswa secara online tanpa harus datang kelokasi pendaftaran.
Clima Organizacional y Satisfacción Laboral, Factores e Influencia en el Desempeño Laboral de las Secretarias
Authors: Amaguaña-Quezada Johanna , Ramón-Ramón Dolores , Matamoros-Tinoco Chanena , Borja-Berrones Daniela
Published: January 2024

Las organizaciones necesitan constantemente de estrategias competitivas para hacerle frente a escenarios competitivos, cambiantes y muy exigentes. Para responder exitosamente requieren disponer de recurso humano comprometido con las aspiraciones de la organización. Como parte de esta fuerza de trabajo se encuentran las secretarias, cuyo apoyo es fundamental en toda organización. Por ello este estudio versa sobre identificar, cuáles son los factores determinantes que crean un clima laboral apropiado e influyen en la satisfacción y el desempeño de las secretarias de las organizaciones de El Guabo, de acuerdo con lo esperado por estas entidades.  
Para lo cual, se aplicó en términos metodológicos, un análisis correlacional de dependencia de Chi cuadrado y estadísticos descriptivos a lo obtenido luego de la aplicación de tres diferentes test: cuestionario de satisfacción laboral, cuestionario del clima organizacional y escala de desempeño laboral individual. Los principales resultados ponen de manifiesto que los factores de la satisfacción laboral tanto intrínseca como extrínseca tienen una fuerte relación con el desempeño, todos se asocian fuertemente. 
En resumen, el entorno laboral de una organización juega un papel crucial en la productividad y satisfacción laboral de sus empleados, siendo las secretarias un cargo esencial en la estructura empresarial de El Guabo. El clima organizacional y la satisfacción laboral son elementos interrelacionados que afectan directamente el desempeño de las secretarias. Este artículo analizará los factores del clima organizacional y la satisfacción laboral que impactan en el rendimiento de las secretarias, explorando investigaciones recientes para proporcionar una visión actualizada de este tema crucial.