bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analisis Pola Kunjungan pada Objek Wisata Kabupaten Simalungun Dengan Menggunakan Algoritma Apriori Berbasis Website
Authors: Erika Purba  , Andy Paul Harianja
Published: January 2025

Tourist attractions are places of interest and visited by tourists because they have certain appeals. These attractions can include natural tourism, cultural tourism, artificial tourism, or agro-tourism. Simalungun Regency offers various interesting tourist spots, ranging from natural beauty such as waterfalls and lakes to rich traditional cultures that reflect local history and customs. However, information about tourist visit patterns remains limited. A deeper understanding of these patterns is crucial, especially for tourism managers in designing effective and sustainable development strategies. Therefore, this study aims to identify associations or relationships between tourist attractions based on tourist visit data. The Apriori algorithm was chosen for its ability to discover high-frequency patterns in large datasets. These patterns are expected to provide valuable insights for tourism managers in designing effective promotional strategies. Apriori is a well-known algorithm in data mining, particularly for finding frequent itemsets using association rule techniques. The algorithm is carried out by determining frequent itemsets, from 1-itemset to multi-itemsets, until the association rules are derived from the pre-selected data. To obtain these frequent itemsets, each selected data must meet the minimum support and minimum confidence requirements so that the resulting association rules are relevant and practically applicable.
Studi Pengalaman Pengguna pada Aplikasi Telemedicine Halodoc: Temuan dan Rekomendasi
Authors: Wenripin Chandra  , Mirza Ilhami  , Ariwibowo Suminar , Riche Riche , Napitupulu Segar
Published: January 2025

Telemedicine is an online medical service that allows users to receive treatment or health consultations without needing to visit healthcare facilities in person. One of the popular platforms providing this service is Halodoc. On this platform, users can consult with doctors via chat, make hospital appointments with partner facilities, purchase medications, check lab results, and receive health updates. This study aims to evaluate the user experience of the Halodoc application using the User Experience Questionnaire (UEQ) method. Data collection was conducted through a questionnaire distributed via Google Forms to facilitate participation. A total of 200 participants were involved in this study. The evaluation was based on six UEQ dimensions: Attractiveness, Efficiency, Perspicuity, Dependability, Stimulation, and Novelty. The evaluation results show that the Halodoc application received a score of -1.04 on the Attractiveness dimension (negative), 1.29 on Efficiency (positive), 0.28 on Perspicuity (positive), -1.10 on Dependability (negative), 1.51 on Stimulation (positive), and 0.92 on Novelty (positive). Based on these results, it can be concluded that overall, Halodoc provides a "Good" user experience, although there are some areas for improvement, particularly in the Attractiveness and Dependability dimensions.
Rancang Bangun Aplikasi E-Commerce Kerajinan Bambu Berbasis Android untuk Desa Belega
Authors: Muhammad Abel Jollando  , Putu Wira Buana  , Fajar Purnama
Published: January 2025

The development of information and communication technology in Indonesia has growing up significantly in the last few years. Thus, there are many opportunities to digitize the business processes of a business and business ecosystem. One of them is in the field of digital economy by adapting business processes into a digital platform, as well as designing an E-Commerce platform in a village that has commodities inside it and increase the product visibility. This research uses Belega Village as a case study location considering that this village has commodities in the form of bamboo crafts. Research was conducted to build an android-based bamboo craft E-Commerce application which is expected to increase product visibility. The application itself is built using the Agile Development method using a Sprint model. This application is built with a microservices architecture with Express.js technology as a backend service and React Native to create client applications and PostgreSQL as a DBMS. The results of this research are in the form of an android-based E-Commerce application that is expected to increase the visibility of products from bamboo crafts from Belega Village.
Implementasi dan Dampak Penggunaan Sistem Rekam Medis Elektronik (RME) pada Pelayanan Kesehatan
Authors: Yuana Wangsa Putri  , Tini Rezeki Saragih  , Sri Hajijah Purba
Published: January 2025

The implementation of electronic medical records (EMR) in the health sector is one of the technological innovations that has the potential to improve the quality of health services. EMR implementation can improve documentation accuracy, accelerate access to patient data, and support the efficiency of medical personnel. The purpose of this study is to determine the impact of EMR implementation on healthcare services including the challenges faced during its implementation. The research methodology will use a systematic literature review by analyzing papers from the last five years. The results show that RME plays an important role in improving healthcare quality, patient satisfaction, reducing medical errors, and improving coordination between healthcare professionals. However, the implementation of RME is not without obstacles, such as limited technological infrastructure, lack of training of health workers, resistance to change, and patient data security issues. Optimizing its implementation requires government policy support, regular training for health workers, and improved IT infrastructure. In conclusion, despite the challenges, with the support of various stakeholders, RME can have a significant positive impact on the quality of healthcare services in Indonesia. It is hoped that this study can provide insights for policy makers and healthcare providers to maximize the implementation of RME in a sustainable manner.
Strand 1: Supporting Networked Learning as a whole
Authors: Banks Bob
Published: January 2025

This paper describes a prototype online Learning Environment supporting open and distance learning. The environment was developed to meet key pedagogical and management requirements which are described here and which were ascertained through the 'Learning Environment Club' - a collaboration involving eleven Further Education Colleges. The most distinctive aim has been to provide a model and overall online support for the whole enterprise of student-centred, flexible learning.
The degree of support provided by the Learning Environment for an effective and flexible pedagogical model is discussed. In particular, constructivist and dialogue-oriented views of learning are considered. This is used to focus an analysis of how online environments in general can fully support effective pedagogies. In addition, critical success factors for the introduction of this kind of technology to an institution are discussed.
Strand 2: Vigorous Engagement
Authors: Cowan Barbara , Parker Lyn
Published: January 2025

Distance learners are a growing market for departments of all types in UK universities. Libraries must be able to adapt and fully participate in the move to a library where electronic resources play a leading role. Riggs (1997) summarises by stating: "The current and emerging technology offers an extremely positive environment for improving library services in distance education endeavours. Exciting and rewarding times are ahead for librarians who engage themselves vigorously in distance education".
With the introduction of networked collaborative learning through the use of computer mediated communication technology, University Libraries need to determine the most effective ways of providing course readings to students on on-line courses as well as access to information sources, databases. A small survey was undertaken at the University of Sheffield to review the requirements for the on-line courses offered at the Dearne Valley College. Core reading materials can be made available in either traditional formats or electronic. The latter involves applying for copyright permission, scanning the documents and providing user friendly access. A comparison was completed to determine the overall costs of providing materials electronically, via existing short loan collections or in study packs.
The move to reliance on electronic resources is a boon to distance learners. With appropriate technology at either work or home they can cap into many of the same resources as their on campus counterparts. A second survey undertaken at the University of Sheffield examined what current support is offered in both old and new universities for distance learners with questions specifically asking about library orientation, WWW pages for distance learners, and what developments librarians in the field expect will come about.
This future vision is both exciting and overwhelming. Staffing issues, technological issues, financial issues are highlighted: developing and maintaining electronic support mechanisms is time and labour intensive.
Strand 2: Act On Line Project
Authors: Garcia Marilene Santana Santos , Maia Carmem
Published: January 2025

Act On-line Project has been designed to supply emerging requests for continued professional and cultural background. It offers assistance (pedagogical and technological) for constructing short length courses for Internet/WWW environment aiming at reaching the internal public, composed of Universidade Anhembi Morumbi students and teachers, and the outside public as well. For the internal public, an Internet environment has been structured in order that students can benefit from independent study combination, both in classroom and on Internet possibilities.
Through Act On-line Project, Universidade Anhembi Morumbi is investing in methodological research to create distance learning environments on the Web, emphasizing the exploitation of interactive communication and information tools to support on line courses and on line consultation for its students.
Strand 2: Supporting Database Design Learners
Authors: Gordon Adrian , Hall Lynne
Published: January 2025

A large body of high quality teaching materials is currently available in the Department of Computing at the University of Northumbria at Newcastle (UNN), in the form of lecture slides and accompanying notes, practical exercises and their model solutions, past examination questions, etc. As part of an on-going effort within the department to make courses available to students in a distance learning mode, this material is currently being adapted to make it suitable to access via the World-Wide Web. However, although 'passive learning' material such as lecture slides and handouts can be easily adapted for delivery via the Web, the more practical aspects of the courses that we deliver are problematical. A parallel research effort within the department is currently addressing this problem. The initial focus of our efforts has been on adapting a course on Database Design to delivery by Distance Learning mode. The rest of this paper is organised as follows: the first section describes the problems inherent in learning database of systems analysis and design, database design can only truly be learned by practical application of the relevant techniques (McLeod, 1996). In addition to introductory and background material such as that found on the web site, students must also be given the opportunity to apply their knowledge to practical problems in database design. Traditionally, this takes the form of pencil and paper exercises based around pre-prepared scenarios.
Strand 2: Physical Universities Can Apply Virtual Technologies too
Authors: Holtham Clive , Tiwari Ashok
Published: January 2025

There has been an extensive use of networked technologies to support learning by post-graduates, particularly MBA students (Wheeler and Krapfel, 1996). There appears by contrast to have been relatively less application of such technologies to support undergraduate students. This paper reports on the application of an innovative computer supported collaborative learning methodology in parallel in two universities. It draws on this empirical work to examine the implications at institutional level for a greater use of such networked technologies that have also been strongly advocated for use by 'virtual universities'.
Strand 2: A Collaborative, Networked University
Authors: Haugen Harald , Ask Bodil
Published: January 2025

Information- and communication-technology (JCT) as a basis for open and distributed learning (ODL) is rapidly gaining importance as means of providing lifelong learning. Internet and WWW challenge higher education to re-think traditional, academic ways of organising universities and colleges, as well as requiring new pedagogical approaches to the provision of knowledge. Some institutions have found it worth while to join forces in a networked university, sharing responsibilities and supporting one another. Through different projects several links have been established for collaborative actions that are now taking place. This paper will present organisational and pedagogical arrangements chat are necessary when four Norwegian institutions decided to establish a national, networked university - open also for other institutions to join in.
Among the organisational aspects, attention is drawn to institutional characteristics, commitment and objectives related co national and international goals and joint activities within education and research. Resources allocated for objectives like economical, technical, professional and pedagogical reorganisation, are specified in a partner contract - signed at the highest level of authority for each partner institution.
Concerning pedagogical aspects, discussions have focused on professional collaboration between university researchers and teaching staff for the development of ICT based learning environments. Different pedagogical models like traditional distance education, ICT supported, problem based learning, professional exchange and sharing of results and collaborative learning where students share responsibility for support and learning activities, have been tested.
Experiences with these models and combinations of them will be discussed in relation to the function of an ICT based, networked university - or a virtual learning institute (VLI).
Strand 2: Structural Biology Courses on the Internet
Authors: Sansom Clare , Driessen Huub , Moss David
Published: January 2025

During the next ten years, we envisage fundamental changes in the provision of higher education. Firstly, the widespread use of information technology will enable students to study whenever and wherever they wish. Secondly, the pace of technological change in society will require a workforce where lifelong learning is part of the culture. The era when students in higher education arc typically under 25, living away from home and studying full-time, must be coming to an end. The Internet is an important medium for the delivery of educational materials and, increasingly, complete courses. The Department of Crystallography at Birkbeck College, London, has been in the vanguard of these developments. For the past three years, we have been running an Advanced Certificate course entitled Principles of Protein Structure using the Internet [1,2] (subsequently referred to by the acronym PPS). This was one of the first tutorassisted, accredited, University level courses to be caught entirely over the Internet, and is certainly the first in biomolecular sciences in the UK. In 1997 it received an award from the Universities and Colleges Information Systems Association (UCISA) for innovative use of the World-Wide Web in higher education. This year a second Internet-based course, Advanced Certificate in Protein Crystallography on the Web2, acronym PX, was introduced. Both these courses are of twelve months' duration and of final year undergraduate standard, although almost all their students are graduates. Successful students receive the award of an Advanced Certificate from London University, which is a graduate level qualification approximately equivalent to half a UK Master's degree.
Strand 3: Geekgirls or Cybersisters? Constructing Feminist Spaces for Learning in Cyberspace
Authors: Webb Sue
Published: January 2025

This paper draws on action research exploring the introduction of networked learning into a Women's Studies degree programme. The paper describes how examples of materials were developed for the course web-site and considers whether or not the Internet can be a feminist space for learning. Accounts of the feminist frameworks which have informed the Women's Studies learning and teaching are provided, along with two competing stories about women's access and experiences of computer mediated communications for learning, and continuing personal and professional development. The location and perceptions of the students within these debates are discussed, as well as the extent to which the web-based framework has encouraged students co explore the Internet for themselves, and begin to weave and spin their own stories. What this has meant for the learners is explored. Have they become geekgirls or do they see the Internet as a way of linking with other cybersisters? The paper concludes chat on-line learning may help to empower this particular group, as long as it encourages chem to become self directed learners. There is evidence that not only does it provide access to resources, it also becomes a repository for feminist materials that might otherwise be lost or difficult to trace, and it offers a means of communicating and extending feminist activity and debate both locally and globally, in the context of learning new skills and identities.
Strand 4: Information Technology and Social Exclusion
Authors: Clarke Alan
Published: January 2025

For individuals to play a full part in the expanding information society requires them to have the skills and knowledge to use information and communication technologies (ICT). However, a large part of the adult population although aware of ICT do not perceive it as beneficial to themselves. How can the initial experience of ICT be provided to adults so that they are willing to take part and have an effective experience? A key factor in aiding attendance is the location. Adults will attend a familar location if it is acceptable to them, nearby and the events are scheduled to meet their needs. A wide range of approaches including outreach, taster sessions, drop-in facilities and conventional courses can be effective in improving their confidence and overcoming their initial anxiety.
Adults are motivated to attend events for several reasons but one critical factor relates to their children. The desire to help their children or simply to keep up with them is a major reason in their desire to attend. However, the fear of being left behind by the world is also important as is simple curiosity.
Basic courses are often heavily influenced in their design by funding restrictions and this may result in learners' experience being limited co a particular course of study no matter what their needs are.
Strand 4: Issues in Developing the Networked Community
Authors: Hammond Michael
Published: January 2025

This paper explores some of the issues in developing networked communities. It begins with a background to some recent initiatives and is followed by a description of a short course on using the Internet which was offered co members of community groups in Sheffield. The paper describes and discusses aspects of the experiences of the course participants. Members of the course enjoyed taking part in on-line discussion but found constraints in contributing. They also enjoyed looking at WWW sites but found that their initial enthusiasm wore off. However course members did feel a sense of achievement in designing their own web pages – a process which was quite time consuming. I draw out four implications from this case study:

Internet skills are relatively straight forward co acquire but not always easy to use in authentic context;
access to discussion is the key to community networking even if there are significant constraints on taking part in on-line debate;
virtual communities will not replace face to face meetings;
national and international on-line networks of interest groups may develop more readily than those based on geographical proximity.
Supporting Student Skill Development to Enable the Use of Networks for Collaborative Learning
Authors: Jenkins Martin , Bailey Lynnette
Published: January 2025

This case study examines the provision of scaffolding when using network technologies to support the delivery of an Information Skills module. 'Information Skills for Independent Learning', a second year module, was run for the first time during the academic year 1997-98. This module, open to students from al! backgrounds, aims to develop students' information skills in the context of a rapidly changing information society. The students from different campuses, disciplines, and various modes of attendance, presented a diverse range of skills. Delivery was 'off-line' using a practical, hands-on approach with emphasis on student collaboration and discussion. The use of networked information sources was obviously a major component of the course. More importantly the module is underpinned by concepts of information retrieval that can be applied to any learning situation.
A Systemic Approach to Online Learning and Teaching Support
Authors: McGovern Colum
Published: January 2025

Since 1996, Charles Sturt University has been investigating how best it would use the Internet to enhance learning outcomes for its more than 20000 students, most of whom study by distance mode; in particular how to improve student-lecturer and student- student communications.
Rather than concentrating on developing fully online courses in a few discipline areas - some of which are already under way but require much time and resources - the decision was made to attempt to provide online support for all subjects of the University by the start of the 1999 academic year. The magnitude of this task is apparent from the number of subjects (more than 1600 annually) and the number of academic and support staff involved (more than 700). From the outset it was important to define precisely what was meant by online support for subjects. A distinction was drawn between an online supported subject and a fully online subject.
Staff Online Skills - A Case Study in Networked Learning
Authors: Mullins Rachel
Published: January 2025

In February 1998, the Staff Online Skills (SOS) project was launched at the University of Sheffield. The project aims to provide both staff and students with high quality on-line training and education materials through a networked open learning environment. At present the main areas of focus are information technology and personal and management development, but provision will expand to support other areas such as research and teaching. SOS operates on an existing network structure and has a potential market of 25,000 users. Materials are available for PC and MAC users, and via the RATS system which allows access for network users working from remote sites off campus. All 40 current packages were commercially available from either National Education Training Group (NETG) or AC Interskill. However, there is the potential for developing customised materials to meet user needs. A model has been developed for effective user support. Present research focuses on both monitoring patterns of use while testing the effectiveness of the model. Future developments will include establishing links with industry schools and colleges and local communities.
MultiFaithNet: Religion, Live and Interactive
Authors: Fry Eileen
Published: January 2025

The original proposals for MultiFaithNet were, developed by the Webmaster, Klaus Stoll, and Dr Paul Weller, Director of the University of Derby's Religious Resource and Research Centre. MultiFaithNet is sponsored by Derby University Enterprises Ltd and is being developed within the Religious Resource and Research Centre of the School of Education and Social Science. MultiFaithNet works with a panel of consultants drawn from the religious traditions which it covers and from academics with expertise in respect of these traditions.
This paper will present an outline of the development of MultiFaithNet: from its inception to global launch on 11 March 1998, describing the various services and their inter relationship with the website that is MultiFaithNet. MultiFaithNet evolved out of and builds upon the track record of the Religious Resource and Research Centre which has already produced in conjunction with The Inter Faith Network for the UK, Religions in the UK: A Multi-Faith Directory (1997) which is widely recognised as a unique and comprehensive guide to faith communities, their organisations and places of worship in the UK.
Spraying water at the compressor inlet improves the performance of a small gas turbine and lowers fouling rates.
Authors: Hassan Ahmed
Published: January 2025

Despite their low efficiency, gas turbine engines are still used for power generation, aircraft engines, and rockets. It is therefore necessary to find ways of improving the efficiency of these cycles and the consistency of the compressor flow. This research aims to reduce compressor instability, increase the operating limit and improve gas turbine performance. One of these methods is to spray water into the air at the compressor inlet. The effect of inlet water sprayers on the stable flow operating range and gas turbine performance has been investigated. A numerical analysis model without water spray is described. Then the effect of water spray is added to this model and the surge onset with and without water spray and the wet pressure processes are predicted based on the average line calculations. These analyses were necessary for the gas turbine compressor to understand the effect of water spray on the stable flow region and its effect on the efficiency of the entire gas turbine. Amounts of water ranging from 1% to 20% of the air mass were injected into the compressor through a nozzle, a valve, and an injection pump. At different operating conditions, the surge was found and considered as the compressor limit of the flow stability of the gas turbine. A simple model was used to determine the aerodynamic instability caused by stalled axial compressors. The result shows an improvement in the operating range and performance of the gas turbine.
Alcohol use profile in hospitalized patients at a tertiary care center in rural Gujarat
Authors: Prabhakaran Anusha , Varma Jagdish , Ganjiwale Jaishree , Shah Kesha , Makwana Jaydeepsinh
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Earlier studies in Gujarat have found that alcohol users were likely to have had more hospital admissions in the past 3 months and the past year for self and for family members. This study was done to assess prevalence of self-reported drinking, alcohol use profile in terms of demography, lifetime drinking history, current pattern of alcohol use, motivation to drink and motivation to quit among patients hospitalized in a tertiary care center for other medical conditions and to compare alcohol use profile of drinkers with varying severity of alcohol use.
Materials and methods: Inpatients from surgical, medical and orthopedic wards were approached for inclusion in a cross-sectional survey. Survey consisted of socio-demographic details, a questionnaire adapted from Comprehensive Drinker profile, Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT) and CAGE questionnaire.
Results: Out of the 514 inpatients, 60 fulfilled the inclusion criteria (adults admitted in surgical, medical and orthopedic wards and self-reported history of alcohol use in the last month to the treating doctor at the time of admission), of which 50 (incl. 5 females) consented to participate in the study. Even though anonymity and confidentiality were assured many felt offended about questions on alcohol use. Study population represented mainly married, middle-aged, Hindu males, having primary or secondary level of education. Mean age at first drink was 21±5 years [Range 15 to 30 years]. Forty-eight percent reported using country liquor and 52% reported using Indian made foreign liquor (IMFL) of various types. Only 24% participants used alcohol at home. Feeling relaxed was the most commonly reported positive effect of alcohol (86%). Mean age of onset for those having AUDIT score>=8 was 23.4 years compared to 26 years for those having AUDIT score 0-7.
Conclusions: Stigma exists regarding revealing alcohol use, especially in females. Mean age of onset of drinking is higher compared to states without prohibition. Those having higher severity of alcohol use had a lower mean age of alcohol use. Country liquor and Indian made foreign liquor are equally consumed, mostly outside home, with peers and for feeling relaxed.
Immunohistochemical over-expression of p53 gene in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma.
Authors: Chitroda Dr , Shah Dr
Published: January 2025

Background: Mutation of the p53 gene is one of the most common events in oral carcinogenesis. Immunohistochemical over expression of p53 gene is considered as a marker of poor prognosis in many human cancers. Aims & objective: The present study aimed to evaluate a role of p53 overexpression in the prognosis of oral squamous cell carcinoma. Methods: It is a prospective cross sectional study that included total 30 oral biopsy samples diagnosed for oral squamous cell carcinoma and processed to analyse p53 over expression by immunohistochemical staining. Results: Out of 30 cases of oral squamous cell carcinoma, 17 cases (56.66%) were found positive for p53 over expression whereas 13 cases (43.33%) found negative. 22 cases (73.33%) were from well differentiated squamous cell carcinoma whereas 08 cases (26.67%) were from moderately differentiated squamous cell carcinoma. On the basis of intensity of p53 overexpression; 13 cases (43.33%) revealed strong nuclear positivity, 03 cases (10.01%) revealed weak nuclear positivity and 01 case (03.33%) showed moderate nuclear positivity. Out of 22 cases of well differentiated carcinoma, 10 cases showed positive overexpression of p53 whereas 12 cases were negative for overexpression. Out of 8 cases of moderately differentiated carcinoma, 7 cases were positive for p53 overexpression whereas 1 case revealed negative p53 overexpression. Hence, the results showed significant association of oral squamous cell carcinoma with the intensity of p53 expressions.(p value 0.0398) Conclusion: The p53 over expression is useful prognostic biomarker in oral squamous cell carcinoma and therefore more large scale studies are needed to evaluate its prognostic significance in the loco-regional population.
Storage and Utilization of leftover medicines meant for pediatric population: House to House survey
Authors: Gurjar Mayuri , Mirza Nazima , Ganguly Barna
Published: January 2025

Title: Storage and Utilization of leftover medicines meant for pediatric population: House to House survey

ABSTRACT

Objective: To evaluate the storage and utilization of left-over medicines meant for pediatric population with special attention to availability of left-over medicines in rural and urban setup and to assess the extent of knowledge and practice on utilization of leftover medicines by family members.
Methods: A cross-sectional study has conducted in pediatric population of Anand district, Gujarat. The houses having children upto12 years were included in the study. Total 200 houses were included, 100 each from urban and rural area. One responsible person who was taking care of children presented at house interviewed as per questionnaire. Demographic and medicine related details were asked, and observation was recorded in case record form.
Results: Availability of leftover medicines at households was 70.03%. This result was comparable between urban and rural area (p = 0.49). All leftover medicines were in the oral dosage forms, out of them 74.43% syrups were found as leftover medicines. Drugs acting on respiratory system and NSAIDs group of drugs found highest in number among leftover medicines. Majority (99.16%) of participants had knowledge of utilization of medicines meant for their children. Practices of storage of medicines at home was comparable between urban and rural area (p = 0.26). Disposal practices of medicines were different in urban and rural area according to availability of resources.
Conclusion: Improper storage for the purpose of reuse of leftover medicine and inappropriate disposal of such medicines were highly evident in this study. This calls for more awareness programmes in this area for the population at large.
Study on pretesting and extraneous variable as modifiers in Heartfulness meditation intervention in Health care Professionals through Solomon four group design
Authors: Sharma Deepak , Sharma Himanshu
Published: January 2025

Introduction:
Aim: The current study was planned to study different effect modifiers in Heartfulness meditation intervention in health care professionals
Methods
The current study was done using Multimethod study design in Anand District amongst healthcare professionals. Multi Method Design (Multiple approach Design) was used. In the Solomon study, for the participants of the intervention group (Group I and Group III), a 2-page posttest questionnaire was designed with intervention including PSS, BRCS scores (2nd time-T2), Health Belief Model stages and with 2nd HRV measurement.
Results: There was a significant difference between Group I and III for post PSS score and no such significant difference was seen for Group II and IV. So, pretesting has some different effect in the intervention and nonintervention groups. Post PSS score was more in Group III as compared to Group IV.
Conclusion: Effect of the pretest was different in the presence of the intervention and an interaction between pretest and treatment existed.
AMOXICILLIN+ CLAVULANIC ACID INDUCED TOXIC EPIDERMAL NECROLYSIS (TEN)
Authors: Udhnawala Hiren , Chaudhari Hitesh , Gor Alpa
Published: January 2025

Amoxicillin, an antibiotic with broad-spectrum bactericidal properties and beta-lactam structure, demonstrates efficacy in treating various infections. Commonly reported adverse reactions include skin rashes and urticaria (3%), vomiting (1%), nausea (3%), diarrhea/loose stools (9%), and vaginitis (1%). According to statistics from the FDA, less than 3% of patients ceased therapy as a result of adverse reactions to their prescribed medications. "The predominant adverse effects linked to penicillin use predominantly involve hypersensitivity responses. Post-marketing surveys have revealed instances of exfoliative dermatitis, including erythema multiforme, pruritus, toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), serum sickness-like reactions (urticaria or skin rash accompanied by myalgia, arthritis, fever, and arthralgia), and angioedema." In order to reduce the risks associated with drug use and improve patient safety and welfare, the Pharmacovigilance Program of India (PvPI) was established. The Department of Pharmacology at Pramukh Swami Medical College in Karamsad is one of the ADR Monitoring Centers (AMCs), gathering ADRs as well as case studies and series to inform the public about rare adverse reactions of certain drugs. This case report gives details of a 72 year old Male who developed TEN following the use of the Fixed Dose Combination of Amoxicillin (500mg) + Clavulanic acid (125mg) to treat infection for the epididymo-orchitis. This case report adds and increases need for awareness of rare but serious side effects of Amoxicillin+ Clavulanic acid The report emphasizes on the active ADR monitoring of drugs which may cause serious side effects like TEN
A comparative study of the impact of adiposity on ankle brachial index
Authors: Sunkari Davana
Published: January 2025

Background:
Obesity is known to be a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. Peripheral Arterial Diseases, one of the components of cardiovascular triad, although has been linked with obesity, its correlation with Obesity alone is less studied upon. The present study is undertaken to analyse and compare the association between obesity, subtypes of obesity and peripheral arterial diseases by various anthropometric parameters and Ankle-Brachial index.

Aim:
The aim of the study was To establish an association of Obesity with Peripheral arterial diseases and to compare the relationship of Central obesity i.e., waist circumference and Sagittal abdominal diameter with the Ankle-Brachial index.

Methods:
A cross-sectional study was done on one hundred and sixty non-smoking adults in the age group of 25-45 years. Study group included age and gender matched subjects with waist circumference ≥ 90cm in males and ≥ 80cm in females and control group with waist circumference < 90cm in males and < 80cm in females. Height, Weight, WC, HC, SAD were measured and BMI, WHR were calculated. Ankle BP, Brachial BP was measured and ABI was calculated using Summit Hand Held Vascular Doppler. Statistical tools like t-test for comparing two groups and chi-square test for association are used.

Results:
Waist circumference as a parameter of obesity showed significant association with ABI. BMI showed a relationship of suggestive significance with ABI.

Conclusion:
Central obesity has significant association with low ABI. Waist circumference is a better indicator for central obesity than Sagittal Abdominal Diameter.
PERBANDINGAN PENGARUH DIRUMAH DAN TEMPAT PENITIPAN ANAK (TPA) TERHADAP PERKEMBANGAN KECERDASAN EMOSIONAL ANAK: LITERATURE RIVIEW
Authors: Wahyu Juwita Maharani  , Mutia Tsalatstisya  , Risti Arafa Alwadiah  , Teresia Suminta
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membandingkan efek pengasuhan di rumah dan di tempat penitipan anak (TPA) terhadap perkembangan kecerdasan emosional anak. Kecerdasan emosional merupakan salah satu aspek penting dalam perkembangan anak yang mempengaruhi kemampuan mereka untuk mengenali, memahami, dan mengelola emosi diri serta berinteraksi sosial dengan baik. Metode yang di gunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah studi literatur dengan menelaah 15 artikel yang relavan dari beberapa jurnal yang dipublikasikan antara tahun 2019 hingga 2023. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa ada perbedaan signifikan dalam perkembangan kecerdasan emosional antara kedua kelompok tersebut. Anak yang diasuh di rumah cenderung menunjukkan tingkat kecerdasan emosional yang lebih tinggi dibandingkan dengan anak yang diasuh di TPA. Faktor-faktor seperti kelekatan emosional dengan orang tua dan pola pengasuhan yang konsisten menjadi penentu utama dalam perkembangan kecerdasan emosional anak. Penelitian ini menyarankan perlunya perhatian lebih terhadap kualitas pengasuhan, baik di rumah maupun di tempat penitipan anak, untuk mendukung perkembangan emosional yang optimal pada anak.
Two – Dimensional Modelling of Financial Data
Authors:   Effectus University of Applied Sciences, Zagreb, Jurić Višnja
Published: January 2025

The article deals with modelling of two-dimensional financial data set using Weibull distribution extended to two-dimensional setting. The generalization in two dimensions is not direct, it goes through representation of one-dimensional asymmetric Laplace distribution. The characteristics of the new distribution are described, and parameters are estimated using the method of moments. Statistical package R is used to perform numerical search. At the end, the application of this new two- dimensional family of distributions is discussed.
An Axiomatic Approach to Evaluating Measures of Firm Resilience
Authors:   Brandenburg University of Technology, Schötz Enrico
Published: January 2025

Decision-makers tend to highlight the importance of their companies becoming resilient. The goal nevertheless stays hollow if there is no way to quantify and visualize firm resilience. However current scientific works appear to lack the drive for a robust foundation and empirical evidence, despite the emergence of resilience as a prominent topic in business and management literature. Hence this research is motivated by the specific objective of advancing the theory of firm resilience, addressing the imperative need for measures that capture its dynamic nature by encompassing both absorptive and adaptive firm capabilities. The research presents a grounded view of firm resilience and culminates in a six-part axiomatization, outlining which properties a conclusive resilience measure should possess. Considering the interdisciplinary nature of resilience research, suggestions from engineering disciplines are classified and presented. Their compatibility with the axiomatization is assessed, revealing a clear trend towards quantitative resilience measures. Additionally, a match that inherits all properties is identified. A call for further empirical research on the validity of the metric is emphasized, urging the exploration of other metrics alongside, given that this paper offers substantial guidance for future adjustments to measures of firm resilience.
Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD): Obligations, Challenges and Requirements for Companies
Authors:   University North, Martinčević Ivana , Primorac Dinko ,   University North, Dorić Barbara ,   Fortenova Group
Published: January 2025

Today, companies should develop and operate in a sustainable and green society with the least possible negative environmental impact. At the global level, it is necessary to awaken and develop an awareness of the need to accept the concept of sustainable development, thus the application of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and ESG (environmental, social, and governance) concept. The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is the new EU legislation requiring all large companies to publish regular reports on their environmental and social impact activities. CSRD sets out reporting requirements and obligations for companies and expands existing rules on non-financial reporting. CSRD reporting will help stakeholders (investors, consumers, policymakers, and others) evaluate large companies' non-financial performance. This paper aims to explore the area of ​​sustainability reporting through CSRD reporting and its connection to the ESG concept in today's business world.
Intergenerational Leadership and Knowledge Transfer: Case of Cobot Integration
Authors:   University of Ljubljana, School of Economics and Business, Dimovski Vlado , Colnar Simon ,   University of Ljubljana, School of Economics and Business, Roblek Vasja ,   WOSC Member of research board, Ljubljana, Peterlin Judita ,   University of Ljubljana, School of Economics and Business
Published: January 2025

This article explores the complexities and benefits of leading collaborative robots, particularly in terms of intergenerational and technological oversight. It looks at the challenges that companies face and the potential benefits that can emerge from such situations. The aim is to guide how to effectively maneuver through these different scenarios. The primary objective is to examine the hurdles that organizations must overcome, identify the available opportunities, and formulate successful strategies not only for survival but also for prosperity in this complex environment. Therefore, we support the opinion that knowledge transfer between different generations is a bidirectional process where both younger and older employees are part of knowledge sharing and knowledge receiving activities within the organization.
Digital Agility in the Organization as a Response to Technological Changes: Analysis of the IT Sector in Croatia
Authors:   Migration Research Institute, Vizjak Maja , Perić Kaselj Marina ,   Migration Research Institute, Balabanić Ivan ,   Migration Research Institute
Published: January 2025

Digital agility is the answer to understanding and adapting to technological changes in business. Organizations continuously adapt to changes and the successful degree of adaptation to applications is decided for potential prosperity or the very resilience of business. The advantages that bring successful implementation in the form of digital agility through effective digital communication will be reflected in time management, processes will be accelerated and communication will be actively managed for quality. Open change organizations will shape their employees' attitudes towards digital processes and tools. Agile organizations are based on values ​​and principles, which is achieved by taking active roles during working hours and through productive communication. The goal of this paper is to analyze digital agility through the dynamics of communication in IT sector organizations, which by their nature should be the bearer of technological changes. The methodology used in the research is the degree of contact with the business entity in the form of digital communication via e-mail, where the time period of receiving feedback is measured. The scientific contribution of this research is the analysis of the IT sector in Croatia as a strategic leader of change and investment in innovation and defining the development directions of the economy.
LEARNING SUPPORT AT HOME AND LEARNING OUTCOMES OF PRIMARY GRADE LEARNERS IN PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Authors: Canonizado Ma. Jozel Sanchez
Published: January 2025

The study examined the learning support provided at home and its impact on the outcomes of primary learners in private schools in San Narciso District, Schools Division of Zambales, during the School Year 2024–2025. It highlighted the essential role of home learning facilitators in shaping educational experiences. The research aimed to determine the nature of learning support and its relationship with learners' outcomes, offering insights for enhancing practices. A descriptive-correlational design was used, involving 53 facilitators selected via random sampling. A researcher-designed questionnaire measured home learning support and learners' outcomes, with excellent reliability (Cronbach’s Alpha: 0.987 for support, 0.998 for outcomes). Data analysis included percentages, means, Kruskal-Wallis Test, and Spearman Rho Correlation. Most facilitators were aged 30–39, female, married, with two children, and a family income of P25,000– P49,999. They were college graduates, spent less than an hour on lesson instruction, and attended one study support session. Learning support was consistently evident across dimensions like organizing the learning environment, emotional support, resource provision, and communication. Primary learners showed advanced cognitive, socio-emotional, creative, and practical skills. No significant differences were observed between learning support and facilitators' demographics, but a very high positive correlation was identified between home support and learner outcomes. The findings underscored the consistent and effective support provided at home and its strong link to advanced learner outcomes. These results informed the development of an enhanced learning support program to further improve home learning practices and learner success. The study contributes to understanding the role of home facilitators in education, offering evidence-based strategies for strengthening learning support programs.